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JVC LST0904-001B Instruction Manual

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HD MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER
GY-HM700U
GY-HM700CHU
GY-HM700E
GY-HM700CHE
* The illustration shows the GY-HM700E with the supplied viewfinder, microphone and lens attached.
* GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700CHE does not come with a lens.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
GY-HM700U/GY-HM700CHU
Serial No.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the following before getting started:
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read the instructions
carefully to ensure the best possible performance.
In this manual, each model number is described without the last letter
(U/E) which means the shipping destination. (U: for USA and Canada,
E: for Europe)
Only "U"models (GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700U) have been evaluated by
UL.
LST0904-001B

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  • Page 1 Serial No. INSTRUCTIONS Please read the following before getting started: Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. In this manual, each model number is described without the last letter (U/E) which means the shipping destination.

  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    Introduction FOR USA These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances. Read all of these instructions. Save these instructions for later use. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICAT IONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. NOTE: The rating plate (serial number plate) is on this unit.
  • Page 4 10 m (Business users) If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain information about the take- 0.1m back of the product. 0.3m [Other Countries outside the European Union]...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Contents Introduction Precautions for Proper Use ......5 Operation Mode ........7 Names of Parts .
  • Page 7 : Indicates the reference page numbers and reference items. Content of this manual ● All rights reserved by JVC. Unauthorized duplication or reprinting of this manual, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. ● All other product names used in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    In consideration of the usage in SD environment, IEEE1394 output can also be encoded in DV format. Application Software Provided The [JVC ProHD Clip Manager] application software is provided for you to copy recorded clips to Windows or Macintosh computers and for checking the video images.

  • Page 9: Precautions For Proper Use

    Precautions for Proper Use Storage and Usage Locations Allowable ambient temperature and humidity Be sure to use this device within the allowable temperature range of 0 I to 40 I and a relative humidity of 30 % to 80 %. Using this device at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction but also serious impact on the CCD elements as small white spots may be generated.

  • Page 10: Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder

    Introduction Precautions for Proper Use (continued) Handling of SDHC Cards The access lamp lights up in red when data on the SDHC card is being accessed. Do not remove the SDHC card during data access (such as recording, playback, or formatting).

  • Page 11: Operation Mode

    Operation Mode This camera recorder has three operation modes - Camera mode, Media mode, and USB mode. The operation mode indicator on the left side of the camera recorder lights up according to the mode. Camera Mode [CAM/MEDIA] Selection Button Camera Mode [CAM/MEDIA] Selection...

  • Page 12: Names Of Parts

    Introduction Names of Parts Zoom Lens (A Page 14) Front Tally Lamp (A Page 30, 87) Viewfinder Cable Clamp (A Page 20) [ZEBRA ON/OFF] Zebra ON/OFF Switch (A Page 18) [SKIN AREA/SPOT METER] Skin Area/Spot Meter Switch (A Page 75) [AWB] Auto White Balance Button (A Page 40) Lens Lock Lever (A Page 19) [MONITOR SELECT] Audio Monitor Selection Switch...
  • Page 13 Battery Mount (A Page 21) Back Tally Lamp (A Page 30, 87) [PHONES] Earphone Connector (3.5) (A Page 45) [LENS] Lens Connector (12-pin Connector) (A Page 19) [INPUT1/INPUT2] Audio Input Terminal 1, 2 (XLR 3- pin(x2) (A Page 44) Microphone Cable Clamp (A Page 19) [CH-2 INPUT] CH-2 Audio Input Terminal Selection Switch Select the audio input terminal to record to CH-2.

  • Page 14: Side Control Panel

    Introduction Names of Parts (continued) Side Control Panel [VF BRIGHT] Viewfinder Luminance Adjustment Knob (A Page 28) [VF PEAKING] Contour Adjustment Knob (A Page 28) Memo: ● This knob does not function when Focus Assist is activated. (A Page 35) [FOCUS ASSIST] Focus Assist Button Press this button during shooting to display the focused area in either blue, red, or green.

  • Page 15: Viewfinder

    Memo: ● When [Camera Function]B[Switch Set]B[AE LEVEL] is set to AE LEVEL/VFR , the cross-shaped button ( used to set the number of frames during Variable Frame REC. (A Page 56 [Variable Frame REC]) (A Page 75 [AE LEVEL]) During Media mode (SD Card mode) (A Page 57) Thumbnail operation : Cross-shaped button ( Set button ( Operation Mode Indicator...

  • Page 16: Side Terminal

    Introduction Names of Parts (continued) Side Terminal [HD/SD-SDI] HD/SD-SDI Output Terminal (BNC) (A Page 114) [Y/VIDEO] Y/Composite Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC) (A Page 114) [PB] PB Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC) (A Page 114) [PR] PR Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC) (A Page 114) [REMOTE] Remote Terminal (A Page 119) [DC INPUT] DC Input Terminal (A Page 21)

  • Page 17: Sd Slot

    SD Slot (A Page 31) Card Slot A Status Indicator [SLOT SELECT] Card Slot Selection Button For switching SDHC cards. SDHC Card Cover Card Slot B Status Indicator [OPEN] SDHC Card Cover Open/Close Knob Rear Shoulder Belt Mount (x2) For mounting a shoulder belt (sold separately). Note: ●...

  • Page 18: Zoom Lens

    Introduction Names of Parts (continued) Zoom Lens (Supplied with GY-HM700U/GY-HM700E only) CANON KT14 x 4.4KRSJ Focus Ring Zoom Lever/Ring To operate zoom with this lever, turn the [ZOOM] switch M and set it to MANU. . Iris Ring To operate auto iris, set the iris mode switch H to A . Lens Cable [REC] Record Trigger Button Starts/stops recording.

  • Page 19: Basic System Diagram

    Basic System Diagram Shoulder Belt Microphone XLR 3P MV-P615 Focus Manual Unit HZ-FM13 (FUJINON) HZ-FM15 (CANON) Microphone 1/3 Zoom Lens Th13x3.5BRMU(FUJINON) 16 mm PL Mount PL Mount Film Lens adapter Film Lens HZ-CA13U 1/3 Zoom Lens KT14x4.4KRSJ (CANON) (GY-HM700U/GY-HM700E only) Zoom Servo Control HZ-ZS13B Standard Package...

  • Page 20: Displays On The Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder

    Introduction Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder You can display the camera status, media information, zebra pattern, and various markers in the video image on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens during shooting. Besides camera and playback images, the following characters are displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

  • Page 21: Enlarged Status Display On Lcd Monitor

    Status Screen (VF/LCD) During Clip Playback in Media Mode (SD Card Mode) (A Page 100) The display switches between the 3 screen types with every press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0B1B2B0) STATUS 0 Screen STATUS 1 Screen STATUS 2 Screen Status Screen in Media Mode (IEEE1394 Mode) (A Page 102) The display switches between the 2 screen types with every...

  • Page 22: Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only)

    Introduction Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder (continued) Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only) Displays the operation and result when Auto White Balance is activated. (A Page 40 [Adjusting the White Balance]) Menu Setting Screen For configuring various settings. Press the [MENU] button to display the menu setting screen.

  • Page 23: Preparations

    Preparations Attaching Accessories Attaching the Zoom Lens (Supplied with GY-HM700U/GY-HM700E only) Hole Clamp Loosen the mount ring. Attach the zoom lens such that the pin matches the hole of the mounting area. Tighten the mount ring. Connect the cable connector. Attach the lens cable to the clamp.

  • Page 24: Attaching The Viewfinder (Supplied)

    Preparations Attaching Accessories (continued) Attaching the Viewfinder (Supplied) Slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow to attach it. Turn the slide lock ring to secure the position of the viewfinder. Slide Lock Ring Viewfinder Attach the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder terminal. Pin the viewfinder cable to the clamp.

  • Page 25: Using Ac Power (Dc In Power)

    Using AC Power (DC IN Power) Use an AC adapter (sold separately) to operate the camera recorder with AC power. Connect the DC cable of the AC adapter to the [DC INPUT] terminal of the camera recorder. Check that the power of the camera recorder and the AC adapter is turned OFF and connect as shown in the diagram.
  • Page 26 Preparations Using a Battery Pack (continued) Attaching the Battery (GY-HM700CHU/GY- HM700U) Use the Dionic90 (Anton Bauer) battery. Align the battery guide pins (x3) with the battery, adapter, and guide hole and insert straight. Guide Hole (x3) Guide Pins Release Lever LCD Screen Side Memo: ●...

  • Page 27: Power Status Display

    Power Status Display Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Screens The power status is displayed on the status and menu screens. If the battery or supplied voltage from the AC adapter is low, a warning will be displayed in red. Note: ● If the battery in use is not a recommended one, the battery mark which indicates the battery level may not appear.

  • Page 28: Turning On/Off The Power

    Preparations Turning On/Off the Power Turning On the Power Set the [POWER] switch to ON . The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode. Memo: ● The camera recorder always start up in Camera mode when the [POWER] switch is set to ON . ●...

  • Page 29: Setting The Clock (Initial Setting)

    Setting the Clock (Initial Setting) Set the date/time of the built-in clock in the [Initial Setting] screen. The configured date/time data is saved in the built-in rechargeable battery even if the power is turned off. Setting the Clock in the [Initial Setting] Screen The [Initial Setting] screen appears when the power is turned on for the first time and when the built-in battery is turned on...

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Monitor Speaker

    Preparations Setting the Clock (Initial Setting) (continued) Changing the Display Style You can change the display style of the date/time on the menu. Memo: ● To perform the settings while looking at the monitor screen connected to the video signal output terminal, set [Analog Out Char.] or [SDI Out Char.] in the [A/V Out] menu to On .

  • Page 31: Adjusting Back Focus

    Adjusting Back Focus When the lens is first attached, adjust the back focus of the lens if the focus is not clear when zoomed to the telephoto or wide angle end. ● Place an object 3 m and above away from the camera. ●...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder

    Preparations Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Adjusting the LCD Monitor You can change the angle and brightness of the LCD monitor screen according to your usage condition. Changing the brightness of the screen will not affect the recorded images. [LCD BRIGHT +/-] Button Tilt 180 degrees upward...
  • Page 33 Adjusting the Angle Adjust the position and angle of the viewfinder. Adjusting the Visibility Turn the eyepiece focus ring to sharpen the image on the viewfinder screen. Adjusting the Viewfinder Screen Adjusting contour and brightness ● Use the [VF BRIGHT] knob to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder screen.

  • Page 34: Tally Lamps

    Preparations Tally Lamps These are indicator lamps for recording and warning. The operation changes according to the menu settings. When the battery or remaining space on the SDHC card is low, the lamps blink. (Camera mode only) * Set using [Tally System]/[Front Tally]/[Back Tally] in the [Main Menu]B[Others] menu. (A Page 87) [Tally System] Menu Setting [Front Tally]/[Back Tally] *1...

  • Page 35: Sdhc Cards

    SDHC Cards This camera recorder saves the recorded images and audio sound on the SDHC card (sold separately) in the card slot. Memo: ● If the SDHC card contains files recorded by devices other than this camera recorder or files that are saved from a PC, the recordable time may be shorter or data may not be properly recorded.

  • Page 36: Formatting (Initializing) Sdhc Cards

    Preparations SDHC Cards (continued) Switching SDHC cards When both card slots are inserted with SDHC cards, you can use the [SLOT SELECT] button to switch the card to use. When the memory on an SDHC card is full during recording, data recording automatically switches to the other card.

  • Page 37: Restoring The Sdhc Card

    Restoring the SDHC Card It is necessary to restore the SDHC card if an abnormality occurs to the data in the card due to some reasons. The message Restore Media appears on the LCD monitor/ viewfinder screen when an SDHC card that requires restoring is inserted.

  • Page 38: Shooting

    Shooting Basic Shooting Procedures Front Tally Lamp Preparations Attach the accessories. (A Page 19) Supply battery or AC adapter power to the camera recorder. (A Page 21) Insert an SDHC card. (A Page 31) Turn on the power of the camera recorder. Set the [POWER] switch to ON .

  • Page 39: Focus Assist Function

    SDHC cards in card slot A and B depending on the recording time of the clip. When copying clips to a HDD using a PC, it is recommended to use [JVC Clip Manager Software], which is found in the bundled CD-ROM, to maintain continuity. Note: ●...

  • Page 40: Selecting File And Video Formats

    Shooting Selecting File and Video Formats You can select the file format for recording/playback and the record format for video images on this camera recorder. Selecting a File Format There are two file formats for selection. QuickTime : QuickTime file format : MP4 file format * * MP4 can be selected only when KA-MR100G (Memory Recorder) is connected.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Iris

    Adjusting the Iris You can adjust the aperture of the lens iris manually or automatically according to the brightness of the object. Iris Ring [IRIS] Switch Manual Iris (Manual Adjustment) Mode Set the [IRIS] switch on the lens to M to enter Manual Iris Mode.

  • Page 42: Setting The Electronic Shutter

    Shooting Setting the Electronic Shutter You can change the shutter speed (time for each shooting frame) using the electronic shutter function. Electronic shutter can be adjusted manually or automatically. Fixed Shutter Mode (Manual Shutter Switching) Use the Set button ( ) to switch between the shutter modes and the cross-shaped button ( ) to switch between the...
  • Page 43 Camera Resolution/ Frame & Bit Shutter Rate Frame Rate 50, 25, 12.5 J Button 1/10000 1/4000 1/2000 1/1000 1/500 Step 1/250 1/120 (Standard) 1/50 1/25 1/12.5 K Button 1/6.25 J Button (Upper limit) 1/10489.5 Variable K Button (Lower limit) 1/50.00 Memo: ●...

  • Page 44: Adjusting The White Balance

    Shooting Adjusting the White Balance Adjust the white balance according to the color temperature of the lighting. You can select the adjustment mode according to the shooting conditions. As the color of the light (color temperature) varies according to the light source, it is necessary to readjust the white balance when the main light source illuminating the object changes.
  • Page 45 Error message If the white balance adjustment is not correctly completed, one of the following messages will appear for about 5 seconds. Error Message NG : OBJECT The object used is defective. Displayed when there is not enough white color on the object, or when the color temperature is not suitable.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The White Shading

    Shooting Adjusting the White Shading You need to adjust white shading when you change the lens. Even if white balance is adjusted in the center of the screen, the top and bottom of the screen may not be adjusted. In this case, green and yellow colors may appear on the screen.

  • Page 47: Setting The Nd Filter

    Setting the ND Filter Use the ND filter to keep the lens aperture in the appropriate range. Switch according to the brightness of the object. When the switch is changed, the position of the switched ND filter is displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens. (STATUS 1 Screen) [ND FILTER] Switch...

  • Page 48: Adjusting Audio Input Settings And Recording Level

    Shooting Adjusting Audio Input Settings and Recording Level You can record audio from the two channels (CH-1/CH-2) in synchronization with video images on this camera recorder. The camera recorder is equipped with [INPUT1] and [INPUT2] terminals for audio input. You can select a recording channel and the adjustment mode (manual/ automatic).

  • Page 49: Audio Monitor During Recording

    Note: ● When the [FULL AUTO] switch on the camera recorder is set to ON , the recording level cannot be adjusted with the [AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2] adjustment knob. Automatic Adjustment Mode Set the [AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2] switch on the camera recorder to AUTO or the [FULL AUTO] switch to ON to enter Automatic Adjustment Mode.

  • Page 50: Setting Time Code And User's Bit

    Shooting Setting Time Code and User’s Bit Time code and user’s bit data are recorded with the video in this camera recorder. The time code and user’s bit are displayed on the viewfinder and LCD screens during playback or recording. (Status screen) Displaying Time Code and User’s Bit The time code and user’s bit are displayed on the viewfinder...

  • Page 51: Presetting The Time Code

    Presetting the Time Code Time code and user’s bit data generated from the internal time code generator are recorded. This section describes how to set [TC Preset] in the [TC/UB] menu. (A Page 82) [TC GENE.] Setting Switch Memo: ● When the frame rate setting in [Main Menu]B[Record Set]B[Record Format]B[Frame &...

  • Page 52: Presetting The User's Bit

    Shooting Setting Time Code and User’s Bit (continued) Presetting the User’s Bit You can add an 8-digit hexadecimal number as the user’s bit to the recorded image. [MENU] Button Set Button ( Cross- Shaped Button JKH I [CANCEL] Button Select [Main Menu]B[TC/UB]B[UB Preset] and press the Set button ( ).

  • Page 53: Setting User's Bit Without Opening The Menu

    Set the time code (hour, minute, second, frame). Use the cross-shaped button ( ) to place the cursor at the item to set, then the cross-shaped button ( values. Memo: ● Press the [USER2] button to reset each digit to 0 . The cursor moves to the time digit (left).

  • Page 54: Setting Zebra Pattern

    Shooting Setting Zebra Pattern When the luminance level range for displaying zebra patterns is specified, diagonal lines (zebra pattern) are displayed at areas with the specified luminance levels during shooting. Specifying the Brightness (Luminance) Level Range for Displaying Zebra Pattern [ZEBRA ON/OFF] Switch Specify the upper (Top1, Top2) and lower (Bottom1, Bottom2) limits of the luminance level.

  • Page 55: Setting Spot Meter

    Setting Spot Meter The brightness of the object during shooting is displayed. This function is useful when setting video or stage lighting or when specifying camera exposure. A cursor indicating the location and the brightness (%) of that location are displayed in the images shown on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens.

  • Page 56: Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review)

    Shooting Setting Spot Meter (continued) When [Manual] is selected [SPOT METER FIXED] is displayed when the switch is flipped. The brightness of the cursor position is displayed. [SPOT METER OFF] is displayed when the switch is flipped. Displays of cursors and brightness disappear. [SPOT METER SELECT] is displayed when the switch is flipped.

  • Page 57: Assigning Functions To User Buttons

    Note: ● During Clip Review, only the [CANCEL] and [REC] buttons are enabled. Press the [CANCEL] button to cancel clip review and return to STBY (recording standby) mode. Press the [REC] button to cancel clip review and enter recording mode. It will take some time to start recording after the button is pressed.

  • Page 58: Protecting Important Scenes (Ok Mark Function)

    Shooting Protecting Important Scenes (OK Mark Function) You can append OK marks to the clips for important scenes. Clips appended with OK marks cannot be deleted, thus protecting the important clips. In addition, you can display only the clips with OK marks in the thumbnail display during Media mode.

  • Page 59: Clip Continuous Rec

    Clip Continuous REC In normal recording, when the recording stops, the image, audio, and accompanying data from the start till the end of the recording are recorded as one clip on the SDHC card. This mode allows you to consolidate several rounds of start- stop recording into one clip.

  • Page 60: Variable Frame Rec

    Shooting Special Recording (continued) Variable Frame REC Shooting in this mode allows you to obtain smooth slow motion or quick motion videos. Using different frame rate settings for recording and playback, videos captured at normal speed can be played back more smoothly than those in low or high speed playback.

  • Page 61: Playback

    Playback Playing Back Recorded Clips To play back clips recorded on SDHC cards, switch to the Media mode (SD Card mode). Press the [CAM/MEDIA] selection button in Camera mode to enter SD Card mode. A thumbnail screen of the clips recorded on the SDHC card is displayed.
  • Page 62 Playback Playing Back Recorded Clips (continued) Thumbnail Screen (continued) No Detailed Properties (4x3 Thumbnails) Screen (continued) Name Description SDHC Card Displays the status of the inserted SDHC card, selected SDHC card, write-protect switch, and the need for restoring. Use the [SLOT SELECT] switch to switch slots.
  • Page 63 Name Description Clip Mark Displays clip information (properties). OK Mark Clip is appended with OK mark. Memo: ● Clips appended with OK marks cannot be deleted on the camera recorder. Continued From Mark This mark indicates that the current clip is continued from another SDHC card when recording is divided and made on several SDHC cards.
  • Page 64 Playback Playing Back Recorded Clips (continued) Thumbnail Screen (continued) Detailed Properties (4x1 Thumbnails) Screen Name Description Cursor Indicates the selected clip. Use the cross- shaped button (H I) to move the cursor. After power is turned on and SDHC card is inserted, or when the camera recorder is switched to Media mode (SD Card mode), the cursor is positioned on top of the latest clip.

  • Page 65: Playing Back

    Playing Back Use the operation buttons on the side control panel of the camera recorder to play back. Name Button Plays back/pauses the selected clip. Button Skips in the reverse or forward direction. Button Fast forwards in the reverse or forward direction.

  • Page 66: Deleting Clips

    Playback Deleting Clips For deleting clips. [MENU] Button Set Button ( Cross- Shaped Button JKH I [CANCEL] Button Note: ● Clips appended with OK marks cannot be deleted on the camera recorder. ● Read-only clips can be deleted on a PC. Deleting One Clip You can delete a selected clip with any of the following operations.

  • Page 67: Deleting All Clips

    Use the cross-shaped button ( and press the Set button ( Deleting starts. Memo: ● Button operations are unavailable during deletion. The deleting operation cannot be canceled. ● The cursor moves to the next clip (or previous clip if a next clip does not exist) after deletion.

  • Page 68: Appending And Deleting Ok Marks

    Playback Appending and Deleting OK Marks You can append OK marks to the clips for important scenes. Clips appended with OK marks cannot be deleted, thus protecting the important clips. When the camera recorder is in Media mode (SD Card mode), you can delete the OK marks appended during recording, or append/delete OK marks after shooting.
  • Page 69 Deleting OK Marks During Thumbnail Screen Select a clip to delete OK mark and press the [USER1] button. The OK mark is deleted. Memo: ● The [USER1] button is disabled (displayed in gray) and OK marks cannot be deleted when the write-protect switch of the SDHC card is set ( ●...

  • Page 70: Menu Display And Detailed Settings

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Basic Operations in Menu Screen Press the [MENU] button on the side control panel of the camera recorder to display the menu screen on the LCD monitor and viewfinder. Various settings for shooting and playback can be configured on the menu screen.

  • Page 71: Text Input With Software Keyboard

    Changing Setting Values Name Description Menu Item to Menu item to be changed. A list of setting values C appears in a pop- Change Operation Guide for the current operation buttons. Guide List of Setting A pop-up displaying a list of setting values for selection.

  • Page 72: Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart Main Menu... (A Page 70) Record Set... (A Page 71) Camera Function... (A Page 73) Camera Process... (A Page 76) (Continued on next page) Memo: ● A [Back] item (omitted in the chart) can be found at the end of each menu item. Select [Back] and press the Set button ( return to the previous level.
  • Page 73 TC/UB... (A Page 82) LCD/VF... (A Page 82) A/V Out... (A Page 86) Others... (A Page 87) Media... (A Page 89) Setup File Manage... (A Page 89) Memo: ● A [Back] item (omitted in the chart) can be found at the end of each menu item. Select [Back] and press the Set button ( return to the previous level.

  • Page 74: Main Menu Screen

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Main Menu Screen Some menus cannot be set depending on the operating mode or status of the camera. These items are displayed in gray, and they cannot be selected. Item Record Set... Menu screen for specifying video or audio settings during shooting and playback. The cursor does not move to this item during recording or in Media mode.

  • Page 75: Record Set Menu

    Record Set Menu Record Format Menu * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item File Format QuickTime Camera Resolution 1920x1080 1440x1080, 1280x720 Frame & Bit Rate When [Camera Resolution] is 60p(HQ) (U model), 1280x720 60p(SP), 30p(HQ), 30p(SP), 50p(HQ) (E model), 50p(SP), 25p(HQ), 25p(SP), 24p(HQ), 24p(SP)

  • Page 76: Clip Set Menu

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Record Set Menu (continued) Clip Set Menu * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Clip Name Prefix xxxG (The default value of xxx is the last 3 digits of the serial number.) Reset Clip Number Audio Set Menu...

  • Page 77: Camera Function Menu

    Camera Function Menu * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Bars Shutter Variable Step AE LEVEL +3 to +1, Normal, -1 to -3 AE Speed Fast Middle Slow ALC Limit 18dB 12dB Auto Iris Limit F5.6, F4, F2.8, F2, F1.6, (OPEN) F1.4...

  • Page 78: Switch Set Item

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Camera Function Menu (continued) Switch Set Item * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values None PRESET GAIN L ALC, 18dB, 15dB, 12dB, 9dB, 6dB, 3dB, GAIN M GAIN H USER1 By assigning one of the following functions to each of the [USER1]/[USER2]/[USER3] buttons, these buttons can be used to control the assigned function (on/off, start, switch).

  • Page 79: Full Auto Item

    * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values SKIN A./SPOT M. Skin Area Spot Meter SPOT METER Max&Min Manual AE LEVEL AE LEVEL/VFR AE LEVEL Disable FULL AUTO Item This is used to set specific functions to the auto mode when the [FULL AUTO] switch of the camera recorder is set to ON . Item Setting Values Gain...

  • Page 80: Camera Process Menu

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Camera Process Menu * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Detail Max, 9 to 1, Normal, -1 to -9, Min, Off Adjust... For specifying the detailed settings of the contour (detail). (A Page 78) Memo: ●...
  • Page 81 * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values White Clip 100% 108% Gamma Film Out Cinema Standard Master Level Max, 4 to1, Normal, -1 to -4, Min R Level Max, 4 to1, Normal, G Level -1 to -4, Min B Level White Balance...

  • Page 82: Detail/Adjust Item

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Camera Process Menu (continued) Detail/Adjust Item * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values V/H Balance H-Max, 4 to1, Normal, -1 to -4, H-Min H Frequency High Middle V Frequency High Skin Detect Level Skin Color For setting the Skin Detail function.

  • Page 83: White Balance Item

    White Balance Item * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Preset Temp. 5600K 3200K White Paint R Max, 30 to 1, Normal, -1 to -31, Min White Paint B Max, 30 to 1, Normal, -1 to -31, Min Clear Paint After Shading Mode Manual...

  • Page 84: Shading Mode/Adjust Item

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Camera Process Menu (continued) Shading Mode/Adjust Item * Default values are indicated in bold characters. ● This item is selectable only when [Shading Mode] is set to Manual . [R Level], [G Level], and [B Level] cannot be selected when this is set to Preset .
  • Page 85 * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values G&Cy G Level Max, 19 to 1, Normal, -1 to -19, Min G&Cy Cy Level Cy&B Cy Level Cy&B B Level B&Mg B Level B&Mg Mg Level R Rotation Max, 4 to1, Normal, -1 to -4, Min...

  • Page 86: Tc/Ub Menu

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings TC/UB Menu * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values TC Preset UB Preset Drop Frame Non Drop Drop LCD/VF Menu Item Setting Values Shooting Assist... Menu for setting the Shooting Assist function. (A Page 83) Marker Setting...

  • Page 87: Shooting Assist Item

    Shooting Assist Item * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Focus Assist ACCU-Focus Normal Color Blue Green Level High Middle Zebra 2Patterns 1Pattern Top1 Over, 100% to 85%, 80%, 75% to 5% (In 5 % increments) Bottom1 100% to 75%, 70%,...

  • Page 88: Marker Setting Item

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings LCD/VF Menu (continued) Marker Setting Item (A Page 104 [Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode Only)]) * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Aspect Ratio *1 4:3, 14:9, 16:9, 16:9(+4:3), 2.35:1 Center, 2.35:1C.HeadRM, 1.85:1 Center,...
  • Page 89 * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values TC/UB Audio Meter Battery Info Time Capacity% Voltage Date Style DMY (E model) MDY (U model) Time Style 24hour (E model) 12hour (U model) Shutter Disp. For specifying whether to display the time code/user’s bit rate in the status display on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens.

  • Page 90: A/V Out Menu

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings A/V Out Menu * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Output Terminal Composite Component Down Convert Side Cut Letter Box Squeeze Set Up 7.5% (U model) 0.0% (E model) HD/SD-SDI Out HD-SDI SD-SDI Analog Out Char.

  • Page 91: Others Menu

    * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values Audio Monitor Stereo Others Menu Item Setting Values Alarm Level High Middle Mode LED Tally System Studio Front Tally Blink Back Tally Blink For setting the audio sound of the [PHONES] terminal to stereo or mixed sound when the [MONITOR SELECT] switch on the side of the camera recorder is set to Both .
  • Page 92 Menu Display and Detailed Settings Others Menu (continued) * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Setting Values 1394 Rec Trigger Series Split Synchronize 1394 Auto Power Enable Disable Reset All Date/Time Time Zone UTC-00:30 to UTC-12:00, UTC, UTC+14:00 to UTC+00:30 (In increments of 30 minutes)

  • Page 93: Media Menu

    Media Menu * Default values are indicated in bold characters. Item Format Media For formatting (initializing) an SDHC card. Select a card slot (A or B), select [Format] from [Cancel]/[Format], and press the Set button (R) to format (initialize) the card.

  • Page 94: Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items (Favorites Menu)

    Menu Display and Detailed Settings Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items (Favorites Menu) You can select and add/edit frequently used menu items freely to create a personal menu screen (Favorites Menu). Memo: ● [Favorites Menu] is valid only in Camera mode, and remains common even when the recording format is changed.

  • Page 95: Editing [Favorites Menu]

    Editing [Favorites Menu] You can delete or change the order of the items added to [Favorites Menu]. Deleting Items from [Favorites Menu] Open the [Favorites Menu] screen. Press the [MENU] button to open the [Main Menu] screen. Press the [STATUS] button to open the [Favorites Menu] screen.
  • Page 96 Menu Display and Detailed Settings Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items (Favorites Menu) (continued) Editing [Favorites Menu] (continued) Changing the Order of Items in [Favorites Menu] [MENU] Button Set Button ( Cross- shaped button JKH I [CANCEL] Button [STATUS] Button Open the [Favorites Menu] screen. Press the [MENU] button to open the [Main Menu] screen.
  • Page 97 Select the position to move to with the cross-shaped button ( Move the position selection bar with the cross-shaped button ) and select a position to move to. Press the Set button ( The selected item moves to the new position. Press the [USER1] button.

  • Page 98: Status Screen

    Status Screen Status Screen in Camera Mode STATUS 0 Screen 30/24 fps A A A 1min 1min STBY F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000 Appears only during warnings (A Page 96) Item Media Status ---- STBY REVIEW : Clip Review (A Page 52) STBYP : Pre Rec recording standby (A Page 54) RECP STBYC : Clip Continuous recording standby...
  • Page 99 Item Skin Detail Operation Appears as S.DTL when the Skin Detail function is turned ON. Operation of Functions SKIN AREA FOCUS Luminance Information Appears when the Spot Meter function is activated. For details of the display, refer to [Setting Spot Meter] (A Page 51 ).
  • Page 100 Status Screen Status Screen in Camera Mode (continued) STATUS 1 Screen 1280x720 30/24 fps 60p HQ 100min 100min STBY 282min F5.6 Item Resolution Displays the video image resolution. (1920 1080, 1440 1080, 1280 720) Frame Rate/Bit Rate Displays the frame rate and bit rate in pairs. (60p HQ, 30p HQ, 60i HQ, 60p SP, 30p SP, 60i SP, 50p HQ, 25p HQ, 50i HQ, 50p SP, 25p SP, 50i SP, 24p HQ, 24p SP) OK Mark...
  • Page 101 Item ND Filter Position Displays the current ND filter position. No display : [ND FILTER] is set to OFF ND1/4 ND1/16 Memo: ● You can turn ON/OFF the display using [Filter] of [Status Display] in the [LCD/VF] menu. (A Page 84) Remaining Space on Displays the remaining recording time of the external device (0 to 999).
  • Page 102 Status Screen Status Screen in Camera Mode (continued) STATUS 2 Screen CAMERA INFORMATION SETUP FILE SCENE [ SCENE ZEBRA1 50%-100% ZEBRA2 70%-80% AUDIO FORMAT QuickTime MEDIA 125min 123min 282min STBY Jan 2. 2009 01:23:45AM Item Date/Time Remaining Space on MEDIA FORMAT AUDIO ZEBRA1/ZEBRA2 Values...
  • Page 103 STATUS 3 Screen This screen displays a list of the functions assigned to the switches. * 1 : Appears only when a warning is displayed SWITCH ASSIGN NONE GAIN [ L / M / H ] 0dB / 9dB / 12dB USER 1 BARS USER 2...

  • Page 104: Status Screen In Sd Card Mode

    Status Screen Status Screen in SD Card Mode These are the status screens displayed in Media mode (SD Card mode, Media mode). STATUS 0 Screen This screen displays the media status or event. It is also used to display warnings only. STATUS 1 and STATUS 2 Screens STATUS 1 Screen Item...
  • Page 105 Item Date/Time Displays the date/time that is recorded on the currently played SDHC card. Note: ● The date/time display style can be specified at [LCD/VF]B[Status Display]B[Date Style]/[Time Style]. (A Page 85) Audio Level Meter Voltage/Battery Displays the current status of the power supply in use. Power 12.3V 12.3V...

  • Page 106: Status Screen In Ieee1394 Input Mode

    Status Screen Status Screen in IEEE1394 Input Mode These are the status screens displayed in Media mode (IEEE1394 Input mode). STATUS 1 Screen * Appears only when a warning is displayed [Voltage/Battery Power] (A Page 102 ) STATUS 2 Screen 1280x720 24p HQ 282min...

  • Page 107: Enlarged Status Display On Lcd Monitor

    Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor You can enlarge and display only the characters of the status screen on the LCD monitor. FREE 1280 x 720 STBY 60p HQ 123 min Item Audio Level Meter Displays the audio levels of [CH-1] and [CH-2]. If the reference audio level ( -20dB or -12dB ) is exceeded, this is displayed in yellow.

  • Page 108: Camera Features

    Camera Features Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode Only) The marker and safety zone displays are useful in helping you determine the angle of view for the image according to the shooting purpose. Example of display when [Aspect Ratio] = 4:3 , [Aspect Marker] = Line+Halftone , and [Center Mark] = On Safety Zone You can turn ON/OFF the safety zone and center mark displays as shown below using the [Aspect Ratio], [Safety Zone] and [Center Mark] settings of [Marker Setting] in the [LCD/VF] menu.
  • Page 109 [Safety Zone] Display When [Aspect Ratio] = 4:3 , [Aspect Marker] = Halftone , and [Center Mark] = On [Off] [80%] [Center Mark] Display When [Aspect Ratio] = 4:3 , [Aspect Marker] = Halftone , and [Safety Zone] = 80% [Off] When [Aspect Ratio] = 4:3 , [Aspect Marker] = Halftone , and [Safety Zone] = Off [Off]...

  • Page 110: Smoothening The Skin Color (Skin Detail Function)

    Camera Features Smoothening the Skin Color (Skin Detail Function) The Skin Detail function can be used to reduce the contour enhancement of video signals for only the skin areas so as to produce a smoother skin tone. Preparations Before Using the Skin Detail Function (Skin Adjust Function) Adjust the white balance.

  • Page 111: Color Bar Output

    Checking the Preset Hue Area Set the [ZEBRA ON/OFF] switch at the front of the camera recorder to the [SKIN AREA/SPOT METER] end. Doing so forcibly turns ON the Skin Adjust function temporarily, and the preset hue area is displayed in color on the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

  • Page 112: Color Matrix Adjustment

    Camera Features Color Matrix Adjustment The color matrix of the camera recorder can be adjusted to a color of the user’s preference. When shooting is performed using multiple cameras, the colors of the different cameras can be adjusted, and a color of the user’s preference can be set on this camera recorder.
  • Page 113 B&Mg B Level B&Mg Mg Level Adjust Yl&G Mask Range. Adjusting [Yl&G Yl Level] and [Yl&G G Level] may also affect the I-axis (color close to the skin tone). When [Yl&G Yl Level] is increased, the skin tone becomes slightly more yellowish. On the other hand, when [Yl&G G Level] is increased, the skin tone becomes slightly more greenish.

  • Page 114: Reproduction Of Dark Areas (Black Stretch/Compress Function)

    Camera Features Reproduction of Dark Areas (Black Stretch/ Compress Function) Process the dark areas according to the balance of bright and dark areas in the image to adjust the overall balance of contrast. Adjust [Black Toe] in the [Camera Process] menu according to the captured video signals.

  • Page 115: Configuring Setup Files

    Configuring Setup Files The menu settings can be stored on the camera recorder or an SDHC card by saving them as a setup file. Loading a saved setup file enables you to reproduce the appropriate setup state speedily. Two types of setup files are available. Scene file: File that contains all menu settings, ranging from video format settings to image creation settings such as device...

  • Page 116: Saving Setup Files

    Camera Features Configuring Setup Files (continued) Saving Setup Files Display the [Setup File Manage] menu. Select the [Setup File Manage] menu on the [Main Menu] screen, and press the Set button ( Select [Store File] and press the Set button ( Select [Scene File] or [Picture File], and press the Set button ( The existing files are displayed.

  • Page 117: Loading A Setup File

    Select [Store] from the confirmation buttons E, and press the Set button ( A confirmation screen appears. Select [Store] on the confirmation screen, and press the Set button ( Saving starts, and Storing... appears on the screen. Memo: ● If you do not want to save the file, select [Cancel] or press the [CANCEL] button to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 118: Connecting External Devices

    Connecting External Devices Connecting an External Monitor To output live or playback video images and audio sound to an external monitor, select the output signals from the camera recorder, and connect using an appropriate cable according to the monitor to be used. Connecting via Composite/Component Output Either component or composite signals can be output from...

  • Page 119: Ieee1394 Connection

    [PHONES] Terminal Audio output from the [PHONES] terminal can be selected using [Audio Monitor] in the [A/V Out] menu (A Page 87) as well as the [MONITOR SELECT] switch on the camera recorder. The different combinations of settings that are output from the [PHONES] terminal and monitor speaker are as follows.

  • Page 120: Backup Recording

    Connecting External Devices IEEE1394 Connection (continued) Backup Recording When the camera recorder is set to Camera mode, images shot using it can be stream output from the IEEE1394 terminal. According to the recording operation on the camera recorder, recording to the camera recorder and external device may be performed synchronously or separately.

  • Page 121: Stream Transmission To A Non-Linear Editing System

    Stream Transmission to a Non-linear Editing System Playback images on the camera recorder can be stream output during editing using a non-linear editing system. Loading to a Non-linear Editing System in Play Mode Perform the following settings on the camera recorder.

  • Page 122: Managing/Editing Clips On A Pc

    Memo: ● Files cannot be written to the SDHC card. ● Make sure to manage/edit the files using the (JVC ProHD Clip Manager) PC application software in the bundled CD- ROM. ● For details on how to install the application software, refer to the [User’s Guide] of the [SxS Memory Card...

  • Page 123: Remote Control Unit Connection

    Remote Control Unit Connection The switch functions of the camera recorder can be configured using the remote control unit. * Remote control units supported: RM-LP25U, RM-LP55U, and RM-LP57U Connect the remote control to the camera recorder. Connect the remote cable of the remote control unit to the [REMOTE] terminal on the terminal area of the camera recorder.

  • Page 124: List Of Remote Control Unit Functions

    Connecting External Devices Remote Control Unit Connection (continued) List of Remote Control Unit Functions RM-LP25U Function SHUTTER NORMAL 1/100* , 1/120* 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 VARIABLE SPEED GAIN -6dB -3dB 12dB 15dB 18dB LOLUX VARIABLE LEVEL DETAIL LEVEL GAMMA LEVEL BLACK STRETCH* COMPRESS*...
  • Page 125 RM-LP57U Function MODE BARS, CAM H.PHASE SC COARSE 0 , 90 , 180 , 270 SC FINE CONTOUR OFF, ON LEVEL GAIN +6dB +9dB +12dB +18dB ALC+EEI WHITE BAL AUTO1 AUTO2 AUTO WHITE PAINT SHUTTER 1/100* , 1/120* 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 MASTER BLACK...

  • Page 126: Error Displays And Actions

    ● Card is removed while deleting a clip. (*: A, B) Action Turn off the power, and turn it on again. If the error persists, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Insert an SDHC card that is Class 6 compliant. (A Page 31) Replace the SDHC card with a new one.

  • Page 127: Tally Lamps

    IEEE1394 input signals correctly. Replace the SDHC card with a new one. Check the fan and replace accordingly. For more details, consult your nearest JVC dealer. Memo: ● You can check the usage time of the fan at [Others]B[System Information]B[Fan Hour].

  • Page 128: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting Symptom Power does not turn on. Unable to start recording. Camera image is not output on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens. Images on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens appear dark or blurred. Playback does not start after selecting a clip thumbnail and pressing the Set button ( HD/DV signals cannot be input.
  • Page 129 Symptom The date and time are not displayed. No output from the [Y/VIDEO], [PB], and [PR] video signal output terminals. Incorrect display on the viewfinder. IEEE1394 connection between the camera recorder and the external device cannot be established (e.g., no image on the camera recorder and/or external device).

  • Page 130: Specifications

    -20 dB), 1 kK, RCA x2 (unbalanced) [PHONES] terminal : 3.5 mm mini jack (stereo) x 2 [REMOTE] terminal : 6-pin JVC remote control connection [IEEE1394] terminal : 4-pin [USB] terminal : Mini USB-B type, USB 2.0, miniB, slave...

  • Page 131: Dimensional Outline Drawing

    Accessories Microphone Lens (GY-HM700U/GY-HM700E only) Instructions CD-ROM Warranty Card (GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700U only) Dimensional Outline Drawing (Unit: mm) (VF MOVE) (for ANTON BATTERY) (S.PAD MOVE) (for IDX BATTERY) * The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement without prior notice. (166)
  • Page 132 LST0904-001B 2009 Victor Company of Japan, Limited...

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