Jvc Gy- hd101 User manual

GY-HD100/GY-HD101

HD CAMERA RECORDER

INTRODUCTION

CONTROLS,

INDICATORS AND

CONNECTORS

PREPARATIONS

FOR OPERATION

SETTING AND

ADJUSTMENTS

BEFORE SHOOTING

SHOOTING

OPERATION

PLAYBACK MODE

USING EXTERNAL

COMPONENTS

MENU SCREENS

FEATURES OF THE

CAMERA SECTION

OTHERS

HD CAMERA RECORDER

INSTRUCTIONS

GY-HD100

GY-HD101

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this

unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best

possible performance.

For Customer Use :

Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body.

Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

*The illustration shows the GY-HD100/GY-

HD101 HD CAMERA RECORDER with the

provided lens, viewfinder, Microphone and bat-

tery pack attached.

LWT0278-001A-H

Printed in Thailand

LWT0278-001A-H

is a registered trademark owned by Victor Company of Japan, Limited

is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read all of these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat resisters, stoves, or other apparatus (includ-

ing amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades

with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grouding prong.

The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.

If the povided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where

they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,

such as power-supply cord or plug id damaged, liquid has been spilled objects have fallen into the apparatus, the appara-

tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Important Safety Instructions

FOR USA AND CANADA

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an

equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within

the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to

persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle

is intended to alert the user to the presence of

important operating and maintenance (servicing)

instructions in the literature accompanying the appli-

ance.

INFORMATION FOR USA

INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmfull interfrence to radio communi-

cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will

not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

zIncrease the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

CAUTION:

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC

COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE

EQUIPMENT.

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC

RULES.

OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CON-

DITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL

INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY

INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE

THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)

RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-

003.

Cet appareil numerique de la Class B est conforme a la norme

NMB-003 du Canada.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELEC-

TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-

ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This unit should be used with 7V DC only.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT

use any other power source.

NOTE:

The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user ser-

viceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person-

nel.

AVERTISSEMENT :

POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE

OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER

L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.

Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du cou-

rant direct en 7V.

ATTENTION :

Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électrocu-

tion, ne pas utillser d’autres sources d’alimentation

électrique.

REMARQUE:

La plaque signalétique (plaque du numéro desérie) est située sur

le cadre inférieur de l’unité.

Due to design modfications, data given in this instruction book are

subject to possible change without prior notice.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and

that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed

close to the apparatus.

Worded - “CAUTION - Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.”

III

Important Safety Instructions

FOR EUROPE

This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection

requirements of the corresponding European Directives.

This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and

can be used in the following environments:

zresidential area (in houses)

zcommercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres

zurban outdoors

In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electro-

magnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables not exceeding

the following length:

Camera

AC ADAPTER

The inrush current of the apparatus is 7 amperes.

Caution: Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magne-

tism, for example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor,

etc., the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case,

please keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.

Port Cable Length

DC IN Exclusive Cable 2 m

INPUT1/2 Shielded Cable 3 m

LINE OUTPUT Shielded Cable 1.5 m

PHONES 1/2 Shielded Cable 2 m

VIDEO/Y,PB,PR Shielded Cable 3 m

IEEE1394

(HDV/DV)

Exclusive Cable 4.5 m

Port Cable Length

DC OUT Exclusive Cable 2 m

AC IN Exclusive Cable 2 m

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This unit should be used with 7V DC only.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT

use any other power source.

NOTE:

The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user ser-

viceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person-

nel.

Due to design modifications, data given in this instruction book are

subject to possible change without prior notice.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and

that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed

close to the apparatus.

Worded - “CAUTION - Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.”

Caution for AC Mains Lead

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE

FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the

other type of mains cable is not suitable.

FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.

Not to be used in the U.K.

FOR U.K. ONLY

If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket outlet, it should

be cut off and appropriate one fitted.

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 Asymbol 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.

•Thetransient 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.

•Thisunit records and plays back in the SP mode.

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

DV format)

•Duetomanufacturing 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.

•JVCcannot 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.

•Focusassist 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.

•SafetyZone indication in viewfinder

•Zebrapattern 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.

CONTENTS

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

INTRODUCTION

Precautions for Proper Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Routine and Periodical Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Battery Pack to be Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Videocassette to be Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Characteristic CCD Phenomena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNEC-

TORS

ZOOM Lens (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Front Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Rear Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

LCD Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Right Side Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Left Side Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Top Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder . . . . 19

PREPARATIONS

Basic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Attaching the Zoom Lens (Provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Attaching the Microphone (Provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

How to Attach the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Inserting an SD Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

•Inserting an SD Memory Card

•Taking out the SD memory card

•About SD Memory Cards

About the Viewfinder Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

AC Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

•Chargingthe Built-in Battery

Battery Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

•Charging the Battery Pack

•Attaching the Battery Pack on the GY-HD100

•Detaching the Battery Pack from the GY-HD100

•Remaining Battery Power Display

•Battery Recharge Times

•Operating Time with Battery Pack

•Precautions for the Battery Pack

•Recharging

PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION

Turning the Power ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

•Turningthe Power ON

•Turningthe Power OFF

Loading/Unloading the Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Setting and Displaying the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

•Setting the Date and Time Style

•Setting the Date and Time

•Displaying the Time and Date on the Screen

Displaying Time Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time Codes Re-

corded on Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Presetting and Recording of Time Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

•Presetting time cord data

•Presetting user’s bit data

Screen Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Viewfinder Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Back Focus Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

White Balance Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

•White Balance Adjustment

•Full Auto White Balance (FAW)

SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE

SHOOTING

Setting the Video Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Screen Size (4:3/16:9) Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Audio Input Signal Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

•Selecting the CH-2 channel input connector

•Selecting the audio signal input

•Adjusting Audio during Recording

•Monitoring Audio during Recording

CONTENTS

SHOOTING OPERATION

Basic Recording Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

•If the Record-Standby Mode Continues

•Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby

Mode (Recording Check Function)

HEADER REC Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

PLAYBACK MODE

Playback Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Fast-Forward, Rewind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Outputting Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

Connecting the Video Signal Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

•Connecting the IEEE1394 Cable

•Composite and Component Connections

Dubbing with AV Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

HDV/DV Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Backup Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

MENU SCREENS

Menu Screen Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Setting Menu Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

TOP MENU Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

VIDEO FORMAT Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

CAMERA OPERATION Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

CAMERA PROCESS [1/2] Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

CAMERA PROCESS [2/2] Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

ADVANCED PROCESS Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

COLOR MATRIX ADJUST Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

SKIN COLOR ADJUST Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

SWITCH MODE Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

AUDIO/MIC Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

LCD/VF [1/3] Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

LCD/VF [2/3] Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

LCD/VF [3/3] Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

HEADER REC Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

TIME/DATE Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

OTHERS [1/2] Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

OTHERS [2/2] Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

FILE MANAGE Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

•Loading a menu settings file

•Saving settings

•Resettingthe menu settings to the factory settings

•Initializing (formatting) an SD memory card

FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

How to Use Skin Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Outputting color bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

OTHERS

Warnings and Responses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

How to Display the Hour Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment . . . . .89

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

•EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS

INTRODUCTION

Precautions for Proper Use

•Supplyvoltage

Make sure that the power is between 6.5 V and 7.9 V DC. If

the power voltage is too low, abnormal color and increased

noise may occur. Do not exceed 7.9 V DC in any case, or

the unit could be damaged.

•Allowable ambient temperature and humidity

Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature

range of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of 30% to

80%. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside

the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction

but the impact on the CCD elements could be serious as

small white spots may be generated.

•Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism

Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the colors

may be incorrect if the camera is used near a radio or tele-

vision transmitting antenna, in places where strong mag-

netic fields are generated by transformers, motors, etc., or

near devices emitting radio waves, such as transceivers or

cellular phones.

•Useofwireless microphone near the camera

When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner

is used near the camera during recording, the tuner could

pick up noise.

•Avoid using or placing the unit in places;

•subjecttoextreme heat or cold;

•withexcessive dirt or dust;

•withhigh humidity or moisture;

•subject to smoke or vapour such as near a cooking

stove;

•subject to strong vibrations or on an unstable surface;

•alsodo not leave the unit for long hours in a parked car

under direct sunlight or near room heating equipment.

•Donotleave the unit where it is subject to radiation or

xrays or where corrosive gasses occur.

•Protect the unit from being splashed with water (especially

when shooting in the rain).

•Protect the unit from being wet when shooting on a beach.

In addition, salt and sand may adhere to the camera body.

Be sure to clean the camera after use.

•Protect the unit against penetration of dust when using it in

a place subject to sandy dust.

•Optical performance of lens

Due to the optical performance of the lens, color diver-

gence phenomena (magnification chromatic aberration)

may occur at the periphery of the image.

This is not a camera malfunction.

•Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching

between the playback picture and the EE picture.

•Use the unit in an upright position.

If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate,

adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on cir-

cumstances the tape may also be damaged.

•Vibrations

Colors may fail to appear and/or the image and sound may

be disturbed during VTR playback in locations subjected to

strong vibrations.

•Precautions for transportation

Do not drop or hit the unit against a hard object.

•Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit.

•Donot insert an object other than a videocassette in the

cassette insertion slot. Be sure to close the cassette cover

when the unit is not to be used for a long period.

•Donotset the POWER switch to OFF or remove the power

cable during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape

may be damaged.

•Thesensitivity level of the provided microphone is set

lower than the reference input (–60 dBs) setting.

•When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER

switch to OFF in order to reduce power consumption.

•Cleaning the body: Wipe body with a dry, soft cloth. To pre-

vent deformation of the body, etc. and to avoid operation

hazards, do not allow volatile liquids such as benzine and

thinner to touch the body, and do not wipe it with a cloth

soaked in such a liquid. When it is extremely dirty, soak the

cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with

it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent.

•Thecamera may not show stable pictures in the period

immediately after the power is turned on, but this is not a

malfunction.

•Asound occurs when the built-in head cleaner that runs

when you load or eject a videocassette operates, but this is

not a malfunction.

•The LCD monitor and the viewfinder screen

The LCD monitor and the viewfinder screen are manufac-

tured using high-precision technology. Black spots may

appear on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder screen, or

red, blue, green and/or white spots may not turn off. How-

ever, this is not a malfunction and these spots are not

recorded on the tape.

•Ifyouuse the camcorder continuously for a long period of

time, the characters displayed in the viewfinder may tem-

porarily remain on the screen. This is not recorded on the

tape. In addition, they are no longer displayed if you turn

the power off and then on again.

•Ifyouuse the camcorder in a cold location, the images

may appear to lag on the screen, but this is not a malfunc-

tion. This is not recorded on the tape.

•Donotinsert fingers or foreign objects into the cassette

insertion slot as this may result in personal injury or dam-

age to the mechanism.

•Usetheprovided AC adapter for the power supply.

•Use the specified power cord (accessory).

Using a power cord other than the one specified or using a

damaged cord will result in a fire or electric shock.

•Donotuse the provided power cord with a device other

than this one.

•To prevent damage to the connectors, use the camcorder

with the connector covers on when you are not using the

video signal output connectors.

CAUTION

•Donot point the lens or viewfinder directly at the sun or

other strong light source.

•Eyedamage could result.

•If the lens or viewfinder is left pointed at the sun, rays

may collect inside the unit and cause damage or a fire.

•When carrying the camera, be sure to hold the carrying

handle. Holding the lens or viewfinder may result in dam-

age.

INTRODUCTION

Routine and Periodical Mainte-

nance

The GY-HD100 incorporates precision mechanical parts,

which will collect dirt, wear out and deteriorate as the unit is

used. After the unit has been used for a long period even in a

normal environment, the heads, drums and tape transport

mechanisms also collect dirt. Especially, dust which pene-

trates the inside of the VTR section during outdoor use will

promote the wear and deterioration of mechanical parts by

causing poor contact between tape and heads or failing to

maintain the video and audio quality at high levels. To prevent

wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using a

head cleaning tape as routine maintenance. However, clean-

ing with a head cleaning tape alone is not enough for cleaning

the entire tape transport mechanism, so it is also recom-

mended to apply periodical maintenance (inspection) to pre-

vent the sudden occurrence of failure. As the replacement,

adjustment and servicing of parts require advanced skill and

equipment, please consult the person in charge of profes-

sional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized ser-

vice agent.

Head Cleaning

•To maintain beautiful pictures and sound, be sure to use a

head cleaning tape to clean the head periodically.

(XSee “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape”.) If

headcleaning is not performed periodically, a type of

mosaic noise called block noise may appear in the picture

or sound may be interrupted.

•Please use cleaning tape produced by JVC. Do not use

head cleaning tapes other than specified.

XSee “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape”

about how to use the head cleaning tape and precautions

for use of the head cleaning tape.

•When dust adheres to the heads, the warning message

“HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!” is displayed on the LC

monitor and in the viewfinder during playback, edit search,

and recording check using the RET button on the lens sec-

tion.

Periodical Maintenance

Contents : Check or replace the following mechanical parts

according to the running time.

G: Clean, check and adjust.

E: Clean and check. Replace as required.

F: Replace.

•Themaintenance contents vary depending on the operat-

ing environment and method. Therefore, the above data

should be considered as a reference.

Time management

The accumulated running time of the unit can be confirmed

with the hour meter display (which shows the accumulated

drum and fan motor running time). XSee “How to Display

the Hour Meter” on page 89.

Precautions for Use of Head

Cleaning Tape

Please use cleaning tape produced by JVC.

Adhere to the following precautions when using the head

cleaning tape.

1. Insert the cleaning tape.

Press the PLAY/STILL button after the cleaning tape is

fully loaded.

The tape runs for 10 seconds at a time in the PLAY mode.

(The tape stops automatically and then the unit enters the

STOP mode.)

2. Do not use the tape more than four times at the most for

each cleaning.

Use the following chart as a guide for periodical head

cleaning.

Note 1) When used in a low humidity environment, head

cleaning should be conducted at intervals half of

those given in the below chart.

Note 2) If an M-DV80 tape is used immediately after head

cleaning, the “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!”

indicator may remain on. In this case, let the tape

run as the indicator will turn off after the tape has

run for a while.

Note 3) Use the cleaning tape in the room temperature

(10°C to 35°C).

Note 4) The cleaning tape case contains instructions for

use of the cleaning tape. However, some of these

instructions differ from the contents of this sheet.

When using the cleaning tape, please follow the

instructions of this sheet.

Note 5) If the “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!” does not

disappear after repeated head cleanings, the

recording tape may be abnormal. Avoid excessive

repeated use of the head cleaning tape.

Usage Time 500H 1000H 1500H 2000H

Drum assembly (includ-

ing heads) GEEF

Tape guides, rollers GEEF

Belt gears HE EF

Drive parts HHE F

Block Noise

For consultations related to the maintenance planning or

cost, please contact the person in charge of professional

video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service

agent.

Running

Low

temperature

Room

temperature

High

temperature

Operating envi-

ronment

0°C to 10°C 10°C to 35°C 35°C to 40°C

Yardstick for

use of cleaning

tape

1 to 2 times ev-

ery 5 hours

1 to 2 times ev-

ery 20 to 30

hours

1 to 2 times ev-

ery 5 hours

INTRODUCTION

Battery Pack to be Used

The GY-HD100 can use any of the following batteries.

•BN-V428, BN-V438

Videocassette to be Used

•UseJVC’s videocassette tapes marked with the Asym-

bol.

•Mini DV videocassette : M-DV63HD

M-DV63PROHD

* Do not use M-DV80.

•Videocassettes cannot be used upside down.

•Avoid storing a videocassette with its tape not being com-

pletely wound, as this may damage the tape. Rewind it to

the beginning before placing a cassette into storage.

•Storevideocassettes in a place with little humidity and

good ventilation where mould does not form.

•After a videocassette tape has been used repeatedly, it

becomes unable to maintain full performance due to an

increase in noise caused by dropouts, etc. Do not continue

to use a dirty or damaged tape, as this will reduce the

rotary head life.

•Videocassette tapes with the Asymbol are provided

with a switch on the back to prevent accidental erasure.

•Slide the switch to SAVE to protect the required recording

in the tape from being overwritten.

•Torecord on the tape, slide the switch to REC.

For recording and storing videotapes in

the best condition

Observe the following instructions for the best recording and

storage of videotapes.

•Takecare of the conditions of handling videotapes. It is rec-

ommended that you record and store videotapes in the

environment below.

•Donot leave the videotapes neglected for a long period. If

videotapes are left wound for a long period of time, it may

result in distortion of the tape. Also it may cause tape-to-

tape adhesion (known as blocking). It is recommended that

videotapes be unspooled and rewound once a year for

refreshing.

•When tapes are not in use, store them in cases and on

end. Storage cases protect videotapes from humidity, dust

and ultraviolet light. Keep tapes in cases and do not store

them lying flat. When housed in a horizontal position, pres-

sure from other tapes can cause distortions and deforma-

tions of the tape edges.

Switch

Recording

Storage

Short period

(Up to 10

years)

Long period

(Over 10

years)

Temperature 17°C to 25°C 15°C to 23°C 15°C to 19°C

Humidity 30% to 70% 40% to 55% 25% to 35%

Hourly temperature

change

Less than

10°C HH

Hourly humidity

change

Less than

10% HH

INTRODUCTION

Condensation

•Ifthe unit has been cooled down in a cold place and is then

carried to a warm place, the moisture contained in the

warm air may adhere to the head drum or tape guides and

be cooled into water droplets. This phenomenon is referred

to as condensation (dewing). When this occurs, the head

drum and tape guides are covered with droplets allowing

the tape to be stuck to them, leading to tape damage.

•Condensation occurs in the following cases:

•When the unit is suddenly moved

from a cold place to a warm place.

•When a room heater has just

started or when the unit is exposed

directly to cold air from an air con-

ditioner.

•When the unit is placed in a very

humid place.

•“CONDENSATION ON DRUM” is displayed on the LCD

monitor and in the viewfinder when condensation occurs in

this unit.

Keep the power on until the warning message disappears.

•Payattention to condensation even before the condensa-

tion indication appears.

As condensation forms gradually, the condensation indica-

tion may not appear for the first 10-15 minutes after con-

densation has formed inside.

In an extremely cold place, the condensation could freeze

and turn into frost. In such a case, it takes an additional 2-3

hours for the frost to first melt into condensation and then

to be dissolved.

•Toprevent condensation

When moving the unit from one place to another where the

temperatures are greatly deferent, first remove the video-

cassette, place the unit in a tightly sealed vinyl bag, and

then move it to a new environment.

To ensure no condensation occurs, allow the temperature

of the unit in the bag to reach that of the new environment

before using it.

Characteristic CCD Phenomena

Smear and Blooming

Due to the physical structure of a CCD it is possible to induce

vertical streaking (called “smear”) when shooting an

extremely bright light source. Another effect is the expansion

of light around a bright light or object (called “blooming”).

The CCD employed in this unit is characterized by inducing

very little smear or blooming. Nevertheless, please take note

that smear or blooming may be induced when shooting a

bright light source.

Moire or Aliasing

Shooting stripes or fine patterns may cause a jagged effect or

a banding in fine mesh patterns.

White dots

High temperatures can cause CCD sensor pixels to produce

the effect of white dots in the image. This condition is conspic-

uous especially when gain is applied.

This is a characteristic of the charged-coupled device (CCD).

As far as possible, use the unit under conditions where the

temperature of the unit does not increase.

Do not leave the videocassette inserted when moving the

camera under conditions where the temperature environ-

ment changes.

After moving the unit, do not use until the internal parts have

stabilized.

Head drum

Video tape

Smear

Vertical pale streaking appearing at high

luminous object

High luminous object

(Electric light, sunlight, etc.)

Blooming

Blurring in highlight

Monitor screen

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

ZOOM Lens (Optional)

Th16 x 5.5BRMU

1FOCUS ring

Manual focus ring.

2ZOOM lever/ring

This is the manual zoom ring equipped with a zoom lever.

To adjus t t he zoom manually, turn the zoom mode knob b

to position “M”.

3IRIS ring

Manual iris ring. To activate the auto iris feature, set the Iris

Mode switch 7to “A”.

4[VTR] VTR trigger button

To start/stop shooting.

5[RET] Return video button

You can only monitor the return video signal from the VTR

from the viewfinder, LCD monitor and video signal connec-

tor while this button is pressed.

When you set the LENS RET item to “FOCUS ASSIST” in

the SWITCH MODE menu screen, you can use this button

as the FOCUS ASSIST button.

XSee page69.

6ZOOM servo control lever

To operate the servo zoom feature with this lever, set the

ZOOM knob bto “S”.

•Pressing the “W” section of this lever increases the

angle of the lens for a wider shooting angle.

•Pressing the “T” section of this lever narrows the lens

angle perspective for telephoto shots.

•Pushing harder changes the speed of the zoom.

7IRIS mode switch

8Momentary auto iris button

When the IRIS mode switch 7is at “M”, pushing this but-

ton activates the Auto Iris Function while it is held down

only.

9[S] IRIS speed adjusting control

For adjusting the iris operation speed.

MEMO

If the speed becomes too fast, hunting may occur. To avoid

the phenomena described above, perform adjustment

again.

0FILTER thread

Protect the lens with a clear filter or UV filter by screwing

the filter onto the thread inside the lens hood from the front.

Other filters can be used for various effects.

aZOOM servo connector

Connect an optional zoom servo unit here.

b[ZOOM] ZOOM mode knob

cBACK FOCUS ring/fixing screw

For back focus adjustment only. Secure with the screw

knob after adjustment. XSee “Back Focus Adjustment”

on page 42.

dMacro focusing ring (for close-up shooting)

By rotating this ring in the direction of the arrow, close-up

shooting of very small objects becomes possible.

Normal focus adjustment and zooming are not available in

the macro mode.

To shoot images in the macro mode, set the focus ring 1

to the infinite position (f) and the zoom ring 2to the max-

imum wide-angle position. To adjust the focus of the macro

image, rotate this ring in the direction of the arrow until the

object is focused.

CAUTION

•The back-focus knob is located close to the macro ring,

be careful not to mistake the back-focus knob for the

macro ring.

•After the required operation, be sure to return the macro

focusing ring to the normal position.

XSee “Attaching the Zoom Lens (Provided)” on page 29.

XSee “Back Focus Adjustment” on page 42.

RET

MACRO

456789

abc

A:Activates the auto iris feature.

M:Allows manual iris control.

S:Servo zoom mode. Allows operation by the zoom

servo control lever 6.

M:Manual zoom mode. Allows zoom control by the

zoom lever/ring 2.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Front Section

1Shoe

Makes it possible to mount separately sold lights and

accessories.

2Knob

This is the mounting knob for the microphone holder 3.

3Microphone holder

Makes it possible to attach the provided microphone or a

separately sold microphone.

XSee “Attaching the Microphone (Provided)” on page 29.

4Front tally lamp

This lamp lights up when the GY-HD100 enters the record

mode. It blinks during the transition to the record mode.

When the tape has run out, or the VTR enters the warning

mode, it blinks quickly.

•UsetheFRONT TALLY item on the OTHERS [1/2] menu

screen to select whether or not the lamp should light and

the lighting pattern.

XSee page 77.

5[LENS] Lens control connector

Connect 12-pin lens control cable from lens here.

6[ZEBRA] Zebra switch

When this switch is ON, a zebra pattern is imposed on the

viewfinder or LCD areas having luminance levels in accor-

dance with the menu settings made for the video signal.

This pattern can be used as a reference for manual adjust-

ment of the lens iris. Zebra patterns are also displayed dur-

ing color bar display when this switch is set to ON.

•The default value is 70% - 80%. The luminance level can

be changed with the ZEBRA setting in the LCD/VF [1/3]

menu screen.

XSee page71.

While this switch is pressed to the SKIN AREA side, the

color tone areas specified with the SKIN COLOR ADJUST

item on the ADVANCED PROCESS menu are indicated in

the viewfinder. The switch returns to the OFF position

when released.

XSee “How to Use Skin Detail” on page 82.

*The Skin Detail color tone areas are not indicated while

the color bar or VTR playback picture is shown in the

viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

7[AWB] Auto white balance button

When the WHT.BAL switch con page 15 is set to A or B

and you press this button, the white balance is automati-

cally adjusted.

*It is not activated in preset, full auto shooting, full auto

white balance and color bar modes.

XSee “White Balance Adjustment” on page 43.

8Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever

Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring anticlock-

wise to release lens.

To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and

then turn the ring clockwise until firm.

XSee “Attaching the Zoom Lens (Provided)” on page 29.

No. Function Pin

No. Function

1Return switch 7 Iris position

2VTRtrigger 8IRIS A/R INPUT

3GND 9EXTENDER position

Lens AUTO/MANU control

10 ZOOM position

5IRIScontrol 11 –

6+12V DC 12 –

32 1

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Rear Section

1Back tally lamp

This lamp lights up when the GY-HD100 enters the record

mode. It blinks during the transition to the record mode.

When the tape has run out, or the VTR enters the warning

mode, it blinks quickly.

•UsetheBACK TALLY item on the OTHERS [1/2] menu

screen to select whether or not the lamp should light and

the lighting pattern.

XSee page 77.

2[PHONES] Earphone jack

This is a stereo mini-jack for connecting an earphone for

audio monitoring. Plug in an earphone or headphone with a

3.5 mm diameter plug. The earphone can also be used to

monitor alarm tones in accordance with the circumstances.

The audio channel to be output is selected with the AUDIO

MONITOR item on the AUDIO/MIC menu screen and

MONITOR SELECT switch eon page 18.

The audio output level is adjusted with the Audio monitor

volume control 3on page 14.

MEMO

•Thevolume of the alarm sound is set with the ALARM VR

LEVEL item on the OTHERS [1/2] menu screen.

•When using a stereotype jack and stereo sound should

be output, the following setting should be performed.

Set the MONITOR SELECT switch eon page 18 to

BOTH.

Set the AUDIO MONITOR item on the AUDIO/MIC menu

screen to STEREO.

3Shoulder belt hooks

Allows you to attach a separately sold shoulder belt.

4LCD monitor

Shows a color camera image or the VTR playback picture.

It is also used for displaying the following:

•Menu Setting screens

•Characters showing the whether the GY-HD100 is set to

shooting mode or VTR playback mode

•Date and time and time code

•Audio level meter

•Warningindications, etc.

XSee page 19.

5Tripod mount

Use this hole when mounting the camera onto a tripod.

(Use a screw shorter than 8 mm.)

Always make sure that the camera is securely mounted.

6Rotation-preventive hole

Use this to prevent the camera from falling off the tripod.

Always make sure that the camera is securely mounted.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

LCD Door

1[LCD BRIGHT +/–] LCD brightness +/– button

This button is for adjusting the brightness of the LCD moni-

tor display.

•Pushing the button in the + direction makes the monitor

brighter.

•Pushing the button in the – direction makes the monitor

darker.

•Pushing the +/– buttons simultaneously returns the set-

ting to the standard setting.

2[CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO SELECT] CH-1/CH-2 audio selector

switch

Selects the method of adjusting the CH-1 and CH-2 audio

channel audio levels.

3[TC DISPLAY] TC/UB display switch

Selects the contents displayed on the TC counter of the

LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. (This switch works when

the TC/UB item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu screen is set to

ON.)

4[TC GENE.] Time code generator setting switch

Switch for setting the time code generator to preset mode

or regeneration mode. It is also used to select the time

code run mode when the preset mode is selected.

MEMO

Preset of time code and user’s bits is performed on the TC/

UB/CLOCK menu.

XSee page 39.

XSee “TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen” on page 74.

5[CAM/VTR] Camera/VTR mode switch button

Each time you press this button, the mode switches

between camera mode and VTR mode.

When you do this, the VTR indicator gon page 18 dis-

plays the following statuses.

While the mode is being switched : Flashing

In VTR mode : Lit

In camera mode : Off

•Select the Camera mode to record the camera image.

•Selectthe VTR mode to playback VTR or to input the

HDV/DV signal from the IEEE1394 connector 4on

page 16. (HDV/DV signal input is possible with the GY-

HD100U/GY-HD101E.)

•Whenthe power is turned on, the mode becomes the

Camera mode.

AUTO : A limiter works to suppress the audio level

when excessive audio is input.

When the input level is low, the audio level

does not increase.

The “AUTO” LED in the CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO

LEVEL area gon page 15 lights.

MANUAL : Allows you to adjust the audio levels using the

CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL volume controls g

on page 15.

When “ON” is set for the FULL AUTO switch

hon page 18, this becomes “AUTO” mode.

TC : Set to this position to display time code values.

UB : Set to this position to display the user’s bits values.

FREE : The preset mode is selected, and the time

code run mode becomes the FREE run mode.

Set to this position to record with the time

code or user’s bits set anew (preset). In this

setting, the time code always operates in the

run mode.

*Ifthis setting is used when recording

scenes one after another, the time codes

become discontinuous at the transition

points between scenes.

REC : The preset mode is selected, and the time

code run mode becomes the REC run mode.

Set to this position to record with the time

code or user’s bits set anew (preset). The

time code operates in the run mode during

recording only. If this setting is used when

recording scenes one after another, the time

codes are recorded as continuous time codes.

REGEN : Regeneration mode, in which the unit reads

existing time codes on the tape and records

time codes in continuation of the existing

ones. Set to this position when you want to

add additional time codes to time codes

already recorded on the tape.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Right Side Section

1Monitoring speaker (Ear pad)

•In the Camera mode, the input sound can be EE moni-

tored.

In the VTR mode, the speaker outputs the VTR playback

sound.

The sound to be output is selected with the MONITOR

SELECT switch eon page 18.

•The sound level is adjusted with the MONITOR sound

level volume 3. This speaker also outputs various

warning sounds superimposed on other sound.

XSee “Alarm Sound” on page 87.

2Ear pad set screw

Screw for adjusting the height of the ear pad.

3[MONITOR] Audio monitor volume control

Adjusts the volume of the monitoring loudspeaker and ear-

phone.

4[VF BRIGHT] Viewfinder brightness adjustment

To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

XSee page 41.

5[PEAKING] Contour adjustment

To adjust the contours of the LCD monitor and viewfinder

image.

*When the Focus Assist function is running, this control

does not operate.

XSee page 41.

6[FOCUS ASSIST] Focus assist button

When you press this button during shooting, the area of

focus is displayed in blue, red or green, making it easy to

focus accurately.

XSee “LCD/VF [1/3] Menu Screen” on page 71.

7Clamp

Attach the cable from the viewfinder here.

8[USER1/2/3] User buttons

You can assign camera functions to the USER1 - 3 but-

tons.

Use them to switch shooting conditions depending upon

the subject.

Set them using the USER1 - 3 items in the SWITCH MODE

menu screen.

XSee page 69.

MEMO

•TheUSER buttons work together with the menu settings.

•When a menu screen is being displayed, they also func-

tion as menu operation buttons. XSee “Setting Menu

Screens” on page 60.

9[SHUTTER] Shutter/Menu dial

•Every time this dial is pressed while in the normal screen

mode (when the menu screen is not displayed), the

shutter speed switches between on/off.

•Whenthisdial is turned 1 click up or down in the normal

screen mode, the shutter speed indicator is shown for

about 3 seconds on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.

The shutter speed is changed when this dial is turned

while the shutter speed indicator is shown.

XSee page 69.

•Whenthisdial turned upward or downward while the

menu screen is displayed, the cursor (K) also moves

upward or downward to allow selection of items in the

menu. To change the setting value of the item, press this

dial. When the setting value starts blinking, turn this dial

upward or downward to change the setting.

XSee “Setting Menu Screens” on page 60.

0[ND FILTER] ND filter switch

Switches the built-in ND filter.

When you change this switch, the type of the new ND filter

is displayed in the LCD monitor or viewfinder.

CAUTION

If you switch the ND filter while shooting is in progress, the

picture may be disturbed or noise may occur in the audio.

XSee “Camera Settings” on page 45.

a[STATUS] Status/Menu button

•Pressing this button in the normal screen mode (condi-

tion in which the menu screen is not shown) displays a

status screen in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

The displayed status screen changes each time the but-

ton is pressed.

XSee “Status Screens” on page 19.

•Pressing this button for more than 1 second in the nor-

mal screen mode displays the menu screen in the view-

finder or on the LCD monitor. Pressing this button while

the menu screen is displayed in the viewfinder or on the

LCD monitor makes the menu screen disappear.

XSee “Setting Menu Screens” on page 60.

USER 3USER 2USER 1

STATUS

ND FILTER

REC

OFF

POWER

VF BRIGHT

WHT.BAL

AUTO

AUDIO

LEVEL

AUTO

CH-1 CH-2

defgh

OFF : Turns the filter OFF (FILTER OFF)

Cuts the light intensity to approximately 1/4. (1/4ND)

Cuts the light intensity to approximately 1/16. (1/16ND)

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

b[GAIN] Sensitivity selector switch

Electronically boosts the light sensitivity when there is

insufficient illumination on the subject.

The boosting level differs depending on the switch position

as follows:

(Factory presets)

L:0dB(no boosting is applied)

M:9dB (boosted to approximately 3 times the original)

H:18 dB (boosted to approximately 8 times the original)

•The boosting level for each switch position can be

changed with the SWITCH MODE menu screen.

XSee page 69.

The more the boosting level is increased, the more the

resulting image will be noisy.

•When the FULL AUTO switch hon page 18 is “ON”,

this is fixed at “ALC”.

c[WHT.BAL] White balance switch

Three white balance modes are selectable with this switch.

FAW (Full Auto White Balance) mode can be set to A, B or

PRESET with the SWITCH MODE menu screen.

XSee page 69.

In the FAW mode, video color temperatures are constantly

sampled for automatic adjustment to a proper white bal-

ance.

•When the FULL AUTO switch hon page 18 is “ON”,

this is fixed at “FAW”.

dStand

When attaching the lens, slide the stand forward.

CAUTION

There is a risk that the camcorder will fall onto the viewfinder

side when the lens is not attached, so leave the lens

attached even if you are not using it.

e[POWER] Power ON/OFF switch

Switch that turns the power ON/OFF.

When the power is OFF, “POFF” is displayed in the LCD

monitor or viewfinder.

*Waitatleast 5 seconds if you need to turn the power on

again.

f[REC] REC trigger button (start/stop recording)

Start and stop recording using this button.

(This works together with the REC trigger button on the top

and the lens VTR trigger button.)

When “SPLIT” is set for the 1394 REC TRIGGER item on

the OTHERS [2/2] menu screen, this button becomes the

start/stop recording button for an external device.

XSee page 78.

XSee “Backup Recording” on page 58.

g[CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH-1/CH-2 Audio level con-

trols and AUTO LED

Allow you to adjust the audio level for the CH-1 and CH-2

audio channels.

•Touse these controls, set the CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO

SELECT switch 2on page 13 to “MANUAL”.

•When the FULL AUTO switch hon page 18 or the CH-

1/CH-2 AUDIO SELECT switch 2on page 13 is set to

“AUTO”, “AUTO LED” lights. (The audio level controls do

not work.)

h[HDV/DV LED]

•In camera mode, this lights according to the setting for

the video format being shot.

•InVTRmode, it lights according to the video format

being recorded on tape or the IEEE1394 input video for-

mat.

MEMO

•During a system error, HDV/DV flash alternately.

XSee page86.

•Selectwhether or not to have this light in the FORMAT

LED item on the OTHERS [1/2] menu screen.

XSee page77.

iLCD door lock and release knob

To open the LCD door, move this knob on the direction

toward the rear section.

jLCD door

LCD monitor door.

The LCD monitor is located on the inner side of the door.

The LCD monitor can be viewed when this door is opened.

The door can be turned to change the orientation of the

LCD monitor, and it can be rotated so that it can be accom-

modated in the main body of the camera.

XSee page 41.

B:Switch into white balance mode memorized in

B. If white balance is performed with the

switch in this position, it will be memorized

into B.

A:Switch into white balance mode memorized in

A. If white balance is performed with the

switch in this position, it will be memorized

into A.

PRST

(PRESET)

:Switch into white balance mode (3200K or

5600K) set in PRESET TEMP. item on the

CAMERA OPERATION menu screen.

XSee page 64.

HDV : Lights when the format is HDV.

DV : Lights when the format is DV.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Left Side Section

1[DC INPUT] DC connector

Power input for 7.2 V DC accepts the supplied AC adapter.

XSee “AC Operation” on page 31.

2[LINE OUTPUT] Line output connector ()3.5mm)

Output connector for audio signals.

•Outputs the input audio signal in the Camera mode.

•Outputsthe playback audio signal in the VTR mode.

•When a HDV/DV signal (IEEE1394) is input, the EE

sound of the input audio signal is output in the VTR

mode. (GY-HD100U/GY-HD101E only)

MEMO

Alarm sound is not output.

3[IEEE1394] IEEE1394 switch

Input/output signal and playback signal video from the

IEEE1394 connector 4. Set this switch according to the

format.

4[IEEE1394] IEEE1394 connector (6-pin)

Using an IEEE1394 cable (optional), a digital video compo-

nent with IEEE1394 connector can be connected here.

XSee“Connecting the IEEE1394 Cable” on page 54.

XSee “HDV/DV Dubbing” on page 56.

5[VIDEO/Y, PB, PR] Video Signal Output Connectors

(RCA)

These are connectors for component or composite video

signal output.

The signal switches automatically depending upon the

cables connected to these connectors.

•Youcan select the output signal using the OUTPUT

TERMINAL item on the VIDEO FORMAT menu.

You can also select whether or not to add a setup signal

in the SET UP item. XSee page63.

•When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS [1/2]

menu screen is ON, the menu setting screen is also dis-

played in the video from the video signal output connec-

tor. XSee page 77.

XSee “Dubbing with AV Devices” on page 55.

MEMO

Put the covers on the connectors when you are not using

them.

6Cassette cover

Sliding the EJECT switch aon page 17 located on the top

section opens this cover to allow insertion or removal of the

videocassette.

CAUTION

To prevent foreign objects from entering the internal parts of

the VTR unit, do not leave the unit with the cover open for

extended periods of time.

7Viewfinder connector (6-pin)

Connect the cable from the viewfinder here.

8[CH-2 INPUT] CH-2 audio input connector selector

switch

Selects the CH-2 audio input connector.

MEMO

The audio from the INPUT1 connector is also input into

CH-1 regardless of the setting.

9[AUDIO INPUT] Audio input signal selector switch

This switch is used to select the input sound signal from

INPUT1 or INPUT2 connector.

CAUTION

When connecting a component that does not require +48 V

power supply, make sure that the switch is not set to

MIC+48V before the component is connected.

MEMO

You can select the normal input level for MIC and MIC+48V

in the INPUT1, 2 MIC REF. item on the AUDIO/MIC menu

screen.

XSee page70.

0[INPUT1/INPUT2] INPUT1/INPUT2 audio input connec-

tors

These are audio input connectors for connecting to an

external audio device or microphone.

•Setthe [AUDIO INPUT] switch 9according to the

device to be connected.

•SettheCH-2 audio input connector using the [CH-2

INPUT] switch 8.

The CH-2 audio from the set connector is recorded.

aShoulder pad slide button

Button to adjust the position of the shoulder pad.

When you press this button, you can move the position of

the shoulder pad bforward or backward.

bShoulder pad

HDV : For HDV format

DV : DV format

2345 6

0ab INPUT1 : Inputs the audio from the INPUT1 connector

0into CH-2.

INPUT2 : Inputs the audio from the INPUT2 connector

0into CH-2.

LINE : Set to this position when connected to audio

equipment, etc. The reference input level is

+4 dBs.

MIC : Set to this position when the dynamic micro-

phone is connected.

MIC+48V : Set to this position when a microphone requir-

ing +48 V power supply (phantom micro-

phone, etc.) is connected.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Top Section

1Viewfinder

Displays the camera image and the playback picture.

2Eyepiece

Ensures that ambient light does not reach the viewfinder

screen or falls into the eye of the cameraman.

3Eyepiece focus ring

You can adjust the focus by turning this ring.

4Eyepiece mounting ring

You can adjust the position of the eyepiece forward or

backward by loosening this ring.

5Slide mounting ring

You can adjust the position of the viewfinder left or right by

loosening this ring.

6Clamp

Attach the microphone cable here.

7[FOCUS ASSIST] Focus assist button

When you press this button during shooting, the area of

focus is displayed in blue, red or green, making it easy to

focus accurately.

XSee “LCD/VF [1/3] Menu Screen” on page 71.

8[REC] REC trigger button (start/stop recording)

Start and stop recording using this button.

(This works together with the REC trigger button on the

right panel and the lens VTR trigger button.)

9[REC LOCK] REC LOCK switch

Slide this switch in the direction of the arrow to lock the

[REC] trigger button 8. Use this to prevent unwanted

recording.

(The REC trigger button on the right panel and the lens

VTR trigger button are not locked.)

0SD memory card cover

When you open this cover, you can insert and remove the

SD memory card.

XSee “Inserting an SD Memory Card” on page 30.

When an SD memory card is loaded

•You can save, call up and reset the menu settings on

this camcorder.

•Youcaninitialize (format) an SD memory card.

XSee “FILE MANAGE Menu Screen” on page 79.

a[EJECT] Eject switch and LED

Slide this switch to the side to insert or eject a videocas-

sette tape.

The LED lights while ejecting is in progress.

MEMO

•It takes a few seconds before the videocassette is

ejected. Do not close the cassette cover during the eject

operation.

•Donottouch the cassette insertion slot or cassette during

the eject operation. This could result in damage.

bOperation cover

Open this cover when operating in the playback mode.

Otherwise, keep this cover closed.

This cover can be opened by sliding it to the side.

MEMO

When the STOP button iis pressed in the Camera mode

to set the VTR operation mode indicator to indicate STOP,

playback operations become possible.

c[BATTERY RELEASE] Battery pack lock release lever

Slide this lever forward to remove the battery pack.

dBattery pack

Attach the provided battery pack (BN-V428).

XSee “Battery Operation” on page 32.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Top Section (Cont’d)

e[MONITOR SELECT] Audio monitor selector switch

This switch is used to select the monitor sound output and

playback sound output from the monitoring speaker 1on

page 14 or the PHONES jack 2on page 12.

XSee “Outputting Audio” on page 53.

XSee “AUDIO/MIC Menu Screen” on page 70.

CAUTION

Make sure to move switches all the way. Do not leave a

switch stopped in a midway position. Noise will be gener-

ated and operation irregularities will occur.

f[DISPLAY] Display button

Each time you keep pressing the DISPLAY button about 2

seconds, switch LCD monitor display and viewfinder dis-

play.

g[VTR] VTR indicator

This indicator lights when the camera is in the VTR mode.

To perf orm VTR playback or to input the HDV/DV signal

from the IEEE1394 connector 4on page 16, press the

CAM/VTR button 5on page13 to turn on this indicator.

It flashes when the mode is being changed.

(DV signal input is possible with the GY-HD100U, GY-

HD101E.)

h[FULL AUTO] Full auto shooting (FAS) switch

This is the ON/OFF switch for FAS mode.

•During FAS mode, “FAS” is displayed on the LCD moni-

tor or the viewfinder.

•FAS mode works together with the auto iris and auto

level control (ALC) modes and automatically adjusts to

the optimal video signal level and white balance.

•The audio recording level sets to automatic adjustment

mode.

•Evenifthere are color bars, this automatically sets to

camera video.

•SMOOTH TRANS mode does not run. XSee page 64.

•Auto iris mode operates even if the lens iris mode switch

is set to the manual position.

•The gain changes continuously until it reaches the maxi-

mum ALC MAX setting, and the shutter speed also

changes continuously.

•When you release FAS mode, all of the settings return to

their previous modes.

CAUTION

When the power is turned on while the camera is in the FAS

mode, it takes about 10 seconds before the automatic

adjustment of FAS is completed.

All of the previous setting contents are recalled when the

FAS mode is cancelled.

i[STOP] Stop button

Press to enter the stop mode.

j[REW] Rewind button

Press this button to rewind the tape.

•Pressing this button in the stop or fast forward mode ini-

tiates the rewind mode. (Only for VTR mode)

•Pressing this button during playback, still picture play-

back or forward search initiates reverse search.

k[PLAY/STILL] Play/still button

Press to start playback. Press to enter the still picture

mode during playback, in the stop mode or in the search

mode.

Depending on the ambient temperature, if still image play-

back mode continues for between 30 seconds and 3 min-

utes, it stops automatically. (Tape protect mode)

During still picture playback and search mode, press this

button to return to the normal playback mode.

*If the auto tracking is active at the moment the play

mode is entered, the playback video will be interfered

with digital noise.

l[FF] Fast forward button

Press this button to fast forward the tape.

•Pressing this button in the stop or rewind mode initiates

the fast forward mode. (Only for VTR mode)

•Pressing this button during playback, still picture play-

back or reverse search initiates forward search.

CH-1 : The CH-1 channel audio is output.

BOTH : CH-1 and CH-2 channel audio are output mixed.

When this setting is selected, the menu screen

can be used to select whether the mixed sound or

stereo sound should be output via the PHONES

jack. (AUDIO MONITOR item on the AUDIO/MIC

menu screen)

When AUDIO MONITOR item on the AUDIO/MIC

menu screen is set to “STEREO”, only the audio

of CH-1 is output from the monitoring speaker.

CH-2 : The CH-2 channel audio is output.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder

•CAMERA MODE (display example)

In addition to showing the EE image and the playback picture,

the LCD monitor and viewfinder are also used for the follow-

ing character displays.

To sh o w characters on the LCD monitor, press the DISPLAY

button briefly.

Status screens (screens for checking the current cam-

era settings)

Auto white display (only displayed in the Camera

mode)

Menu setting screens

Alarm message display

Safety zone display (only displayed in the Camera

mode)

MEMO

When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS [1/2] menu

screen is ON, the menu setting screen is also displayed in

the video from the video signal output connector.

Status Screens

Press the STATUS button while normal screen is displayed to

show one of the status screens.

The contents of the status display are divided into those for

the Camera mode and those for the VTR mode.

•Eachtimethe STATUS button is pressed in the Camera

mode, one of 5 status screens is displayed. (STATUS 0, 1,

2, 3, 4)

•One type of screen is displayed in the VTR mode.

MEMO

•When the STATUS button is pressed for 1 second or

longer, the menu setting screen is displayed.

To display the Status screen while the menu setting

screen is displayed, press the STATUS button to return to

the normal screen.

•Youcanswitch between the LCD monitor and the view-

finder by holding down the DISPLAY button for about 2

seconds.

USER 3USER 2USER 1

STATUS

SHUTTER

OFF

ND FILTER

WHT.BAL

AUTO AUTO

DISPLAY button

STATUS button

STATUS 1STATUS 0

STATUS 2

STATUS 4

STATUSSTATUS 3

•VTRMODE

(display example)

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder (Cont’d)

Status Screens in the Camera Mode

•STATUS0

1Event Indication

When the Gain or Shutter Speed is changed manually, the setting condition is displayed for about 3 seconds at the time the

change is made.

*1 The range for the shutter speed differs depending on the video format setting. XSee page 69.

*2 Displayed if functions were assigned to the USER1 - 3 buttons. XSee page 69.

*3 Displayed when the [WHT.BAL] white balance selector switch con page 15 is set to PRST (PRESET).

*4 “ ** ” depends on the video format.

STATUS 0 Screen

Setting Status Contents of Indications

Gain value was changed GAIN 0 dB, 3 dB, 6 dB, 9 dB, 12 dB, 15 dB, 18 dB

Gain value reached the ALC GAIN ALC

FULL AUTO was turned ON/OFF FULL AUTO ON, FULL AUTO OFF

ZEBRA was turned ON/OFF ZEBRA ON, ZEBRA OFF

Shutter speed value was changed *1 SHUTTER 1/6, 1/6.25, 1/7.5, 1/12, 1/12.5, 1/15, 1/24, 1/25, 1/30, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120,

1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000,1/4000, 1/10000

Variable shutter speed value was changed *1 V. SHUTTER 1/24.01 to 1/1998.0

Shutter was turned OFF SHUTTER OFF [1/**] *4

White balance value was changed (Example)

WHITE BAL A <3200K>

Numeric value: Any of 2300, 2500, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3400, 3700, 4300, 5200, 5600, 6500,

8000

FILTER value was changed FILTER OFF, FILTER ND 1 [1/4ND], FILTER ND 2 [1/16ND]

AE LEVEL value was changed *2 AE LEVEL –3, –2, –1, NORMAL, +1, +2, +3

BLACK gain value was changed *2 BLACK NORMAL

BLACK STRETCH 1, 2, 3

BLACK COMPRESS 1, 2, 3

PRESET TEMP. value was changed *2 *3 WHITE BAL PRST <3200K>, WHITE BAL PRST <5600K>

HEADER REC is running HEADER REC

FOCUS ASSIST was turned ON/OFF FOCUS ASSIST ON, FOCUS ASSIST OFF

Timecode was set to zero reset TC ZERO PRESET XSee page 40.

REC LOCK switch was turned ON/OFF REC SWITCH LOCKED, REC SWITCH UNLOCKED XSee page 17, 9REC LOCK switch.

A REC command was sent from the IEEE1394

connector

TRIGGER TO HDV, TRIGGER TO DV

Other Displays XSee “FILE MANAGE Menu Screen” on page 79-81.

XSee “Warnings and Responses” on page 85.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

No. Item Contents

2VTR mode indication STBY : In record standby mode (record-pause mode)

REC : During recording

PLAY : During playback

FF : During fast forward

REW : During rewind

STL : During still picture playback mode

FWD:During playback in forward direction (FWD1: About ×2 speed, FWD2: About ×5 speed, FWD3:

About ×10 speed)

REV : During playback in reverse direction (REV1: About ×2 speed, REV2: About ×5 speed, REV3:

About ×10 speed)

STOP : Stop mode (Tape protect mode)

EJECT : Cassette being ejected

- - - : No tape loaded

3Indication of date and time Indicates the date and time.

Whether or not the date and time should be displayed as well as the display style are set on the TIME/

DATE menu.

LCD BRIGHT indication When the brightness of the monitor screen is adjusted with the LCD BRIGHT button, the date and time

indications and the VTR mode indication 2are turned off and the LCD BRIGHT indicator is displayed.

(Example)

BRIGHT +5 • ••••+•••••O

Numeric value: Any of –5, –4, –3, –2, –1, 0, +1, +2, +3, +4, +5.

4Indication of Black operation B : Displayed when the black stretch or black compress settings are other than NORMAL.

5Indication of skin tone detail

color operation

SD : Indicated when skin tone detail is ON.

6Indication of Iris level opera-

tion

I : Displayed when the AE LEVEL setting is other than NORMAL

7Indication of FAW operation FAW : Indicated when Full Auto White Balance is ON.

8Gain operation indication * dB : Indicates gain value when gain is other modes than 0 dB and ALC.

9Indication of various function

operations

FOCUS:Displayed when the Focus Assist function is ON.

SKIN AREA : Blinks while the skin detail color area is displayed.

ALC : Displayed when ALC function alone is ON.

FAS:Displayed when the Full Auto Shooting function is ON.

S:Displayed when the SHUTTER function is ON.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder (Cont’d)

•STATUS1

In addition to the information on the STATUS 0 screen, this screen displays the following items.

STATUS 1 Screen

568

No. Item Contents

1VIDEO FORMAT display Displays the currently selected video format.

Allows you to select the REC item on the VIDEO FORMAT menu screen. XSee page 62.

You can switch this display ON/OFF using the FORMAT item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu screen.

XSee page 72.

2Time Code (TC)/User’s Bits

(UB) indication

Indicates the time code (h:m:s:frame) or user’s bits data.

Whether or not to display this item is set with the TC/UB item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu screen.

XSee page 72.

Whether the time code or user’s bits should be shown is selected with the TC DISPLAY switch inside the

LCD door.

3Remaining tape indication Remaining tape indication (displayed in 1-minute steps)

This indicator blinks when remaining tape time is equivalent to less than 3 minutes.

Whether or not to display this item is set with the TAPE REMAIN item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu screen.

XSee page 72.

*When inserting a brand-new tape, the remaining tape time is not indicated.

When the tape has been run, the indication will appear.

*The remaining tape indication is to be regarded only as a guide.

*When the unit is used at low temperatures, it may take a while before the indication of the remaining tape

time appears.

4Voltage indication (Example) 7.0V: Indicates remaining battery level in 0.1V steps.

(Example) Time code TC 00 : 00 : 00 : 00

User’s bits UB FF EE DD 20

Colon (:) when non-drop frame mode

Dot (.) when drop frame mode

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

5Audio sampling frequency in-

dication

32 K : Indicated when the AUDIO MODE item on the AUDIO/MIC menu screen is set to 32 K. (Audio is

recorded with 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling.)

48 K : Indicated when the AUDIO MODE item on the AUDIO/MIC menu screen is set to 48 K. (Audio is

recorded with 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling.)

XSee page 70.

6Audio level meter indication Displays the CH-1, CH-2 audio level meters.

Whether or not to display this item is set with the AUDIO item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu.

XSee page 72.

7Standard audio level indication The level at which audio is recorded on the tape is indicated by “O”.

–20 dB, –12 dB

XSee “AUDIO REF.LEVEL” on page 70.

8Iris indicator display M:Iris set higher than normal

b:Iris set to normal

N:Iris set lower than normal

9Iris F-value indication Indicates the F-number of the connected lens.

OPEN, F2, F2.8, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16, CLOSE

It is not displayed when the lens is removed. For some lenses, no display appears.

The indication can be switched ON/OFF with the F.NO/IRIS IND. item on the LCD/VF [1/3] menu screen.

XSee page 71.

0Filter position indication Indicates the current filter position.

No display: FILTER OFF

ND1: FILTER ND1 (1/4ND)

ND2: FILTER ND2 (1/16ND)

The indication can be switched ON/OFF with the FILTER item on the LCD/VF [1/3] menu screen.

XSee page 71.

No. Item Contents

–20 dB –12 dB

CH-1 OOOOO•••+

CH-2 OOOOO•••+

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder (Cont’d)

•STATUS2

This screen displays the camera setup statuses.

Event display is not available while this screen is displayed.

•STATUS3

Displays a list of setting statuses for USER1, 2, and 3 as well as LENS RET item on the SWITCH MODE menu screen.

XSee page69.

Events are not displayed while these statuses are being displayed.

•STATUS4

This screen only displays VTR mode indication, date and time, event display and alarm indications.

*Whether or not date and time should be displayed and the display style are set on the TIME/DATE menu screen.

XSee “Displaying the Time and Date on the Screen” on page 37.

STATUS 2 Screen STATUS 3 Screen

Indication Indication Contents

FILE FILE FCAM1 [********], CAM2 [********], and EXT1 - 4 [********] * indicates SUB NAME XSee page 79–81.

AFsymbol is displayed when a menu setting read from LOAD FILE was changed.

The display disappears when the setting is saved using STORE FILE.

FULL AUTO ON, OFF

GAIN 0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 15dB, 18dB, ALC

SHUTTER (When STEP is selected)

OFF, 1/6, 1/6.25, 1/7.5, 1/12, 1/12.5, 1/15, 1/24, 1/25, 1/30, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000,

1/4000, 1/10000

(When VARIABLE is selected)

1/24.01 - 1/1998.0

(Displayed when FAS or ALC mode is selected)

EEI

*The range for the shutter speed differs depending on the video format. XSee page 69.

WHITE BAL A<##00K>, B<##00K>, PRESET<##00K>, FAW

AE LEVEL –3, –2, –1, NORMAL, +1, +2, +3

FILTER OFF, ND1 (1/4ND), ND2 (1/16ND)

ZEBRA 60-70%, 70-80%, 85-95%, OVER 95%, OVER 100%

REMAIN Displays the remaining tape (minutes) and the type of tape (Ex: 60MIN (Y))

Y(Mini DV Videocassette)

AUDIO Displays the audio sampling frequency and the audio level adjustment mode (Ex: 32K (CH1 ZCH2 a)Z(for AUTO

mode) a(for MANUAL mode)

Indication Indication Contents

USER1

USER2

NONE, BARS, PRESET TEMP., B.STRETCH1, B.STRETCH2, B.STRETCH3, B.COMPRESS1, B.COMPRESS2,

B.COMPRESS3, AE LEVEL+, AE LEVEL–

USER3 NONE, BARS, PRESET TEMP., B.STRETCH1, B.STRETCH2, B.STRETCH3, B.COMPRESS1, B.COMPRESS2,

B.COMPRESS3

LENS RET RET, FOCUS ASSIST

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Status Screen in VTR MODE

No. Item Contents

1VIDEO FORMAT display Displays the video format recorded on the tape when in VTR mode.

You can switch this display ON/OFF using the VIDEO FORMAT item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu screen.

XSee page 72.

MEMO

This camcorder cannot play back or output tape recorded in HDV 1080i format. “INVALID TAPE!” is dis-

played in the event display area 4.

2Time code (TC) and user’s bits

(UB) display

Displays the time code data being recorded (hour, minute, second, frame) when in VTR mode.

You can switch this display ON/OFF using the TC/UB item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu screen.

XSee page 72.

You can select to display either the time code or the user’s bits using the TC DISPLAY switch in the LCD

door.

3Remaining tape time Remaining tape indication (displayed in 1-minute steps)

This indicator blinks when remaining tape time is equivalent to less than 3 minutes.

Whether or not to display this item is set with the TAPE REMAIN item on the LCD/VF [1/2] menu screen.

XSee page 72.

*When inserting a brand-new tape, the remaining tape time is not indicated.

When the tape has been run, the indication will appear.

*The remaining tape indication is to be used only as a guide.

*When the unit is used at low temperatures, it may take a while before the indication of the remaining tape

time appears.

4Event display Displays messages related to VTR operations. XSee page 85-86.

5Audio sampling frequency in-

dication

The audio sampling frequency used for the recording is displayed during playback.

(32 K, 48 K, 44.1 K)

6Audio level meter indication Displays the audio level meters during playback.

Whether or not to display this item is set with the AUDIO item on the LCD/VF [2/3] menu screen.

XSee page 72.

7VTR mode indication Indicates the VTR operation status

STBY, STOP, PLAY, REC, FF, REW, FWD, REV, STL, - - - (No tape loaded), SLOW: During variable play-

back in forward direction (Displayed when using non-linear editing software.)

(SLOW+1: About ×0.1 speed, SLOW+2: About ×0.2 speed, SLOW+3: About ×0.5 speed)

During variable playback in reverse direction (Displayed when using non-linear editing software.)

(SLOW–1: About ×–0.1 speed, SLOW–2: About ×–0.2 speed, SLOW–3: About ×–0.5 speed)

8Time/Date indication Recorded data are displayed during playback, fast forward, and rewind.

During recording, the data from the IEEE1394 connector is displayed.

(GY-HD100U/GY-HD101E only)

Whether or not the date and time should be displayed and the display style are set on the TIME/DATE

menu screen. XSee page 76.

When the date and time have not been set, the following indication appears.

- -/- -/- - - -: - -: - -

9Voltage indication (Example) 7.0V : Indicates remaining battery level in 0.1V steps.

0Audio Lock indication Displayed when the audio signal from DV recording or playback is locked to the video signal.

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder (Cont’d)

Auto White Balance Indication (Camera

mode only)

The AUTO WHITE indication and the result of the operation

are displayed during the auto white balance adjustment oper-

ation.

XSee “White Balance Adjustment” on page 43.

Menu Setting Screen

Screen used for making various settings.

The Menu Setting Screen appears when the STATUS button

is pressed for 1 second or more.

XSee “Setting Menu Screens” on page 60.

Alarm Message Display

•The following alarm messages are displayed while the

STATUS (0, 1, 4) screen is shown in the Camera mode, or

a STATUS screen is shown in the VTR mode.

If an alarm is generated while the STATUS 2, 3 screen is

shown, the STATUS 0 screen returns to display the alarm.

XSee page 85.

•When an abnormality occurs in the VTR, a warning mes-

sage with an error code is displayed.

XSee page 85-86.

Safety Zone Indication (Camera mode only)

The indication of the following safety zone and center mark indications can be turned ON/OFF with the SAFETY ZONE item and

CENTER MARK item on the LCD/VF [1/3] menu screen. XSee page71.

In addition, the safety zone display is on or off depending on the REC item setting and the ASPECT item setting in the VIDEO

FORMAT menu screen, as shown below.

TOP MENU screen (Camera mode)

Alarm display area

SAFETY ZONE OFF 4:3 14:9 16:9 16:9+4:3

CENTER MARK - OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON

REC ASPECT

Cannot be selected

DV-60I

DV-24P

DV-24PA

DV-50I

DV-25P

4:3

16:9

HDV-SD60P

HDV-SD50P

HDV-HD30P

HDV-HD25P

HDV-HD24P

[16:9]

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

The LCD monitor and the viewfinder (VF) display are on or off

depending on whether the LCD monitor is open or closed as

well as normal or inverted, as shown below.

MEMO

•Youcanswitch between the LCD monitor and the view-

finder by holding down the DISPLAY button for about 2

seconds.

•Afteryou set up the function that switches the display

between the LCD monitor and the viewfinder by holding

down the DISPLAY button, the display mode is cancelled

by the LCD monitor open/close and normal/inverted oper-

ations.

•If the LCD monitor is closed inside the camcorder with the

screen in the normal display orientation, holding down the

DISPLAY button does not work.

AUDIOSELECT

LCDBRIGHTCAM/VTR

AUTOTC

UBREC

FREE

REGEN

MANU

CH-2

CH-1DISPLAYGENE.

DISPLAY button

Normal LCD

Inverted LCD

LCD open 40° or

LCD close less

than 40°

LCD Monitor Status LCD Display VF Display

LCD Closed Normal LCD OFF ON

Inverted LCD ON OFF

LCD Open Normal LCD ON OFF

Inverted LCD ON OFF

PREPARATIONS

Basic System

*1 An HZ-FM13 cannot be used with a Th16×5.5BRMU or S14×7.3B12/U zoom lens.

Use a FUJINON focus manual unit (FMM-8, CFH-3, CFC-12-990).

For details, please consult your JVC authorized dealer.

MACRO

SHOULDER BELT

EARPHONE

MICROPHONE

MV-P615U

MV-P618U 3P

FOCUS MANUAL UNIT

*1 HZ-FM13 (FUJINON)

HZ-FM15 (CANON)

1/3 ZOOM LENS

Th13 × 3.5BRMU (FUJINON)

Wide Converter

WCV-82SC

FOCUS MANUAL UNIT

ZOOM SERVO UNIT

HZ-ZS13B

1/2 ZOOM LENS

S14 × 7.3B12U (FUJINON)

S17 × 6.6BRM (FUJINON)

S20 × 6.4B12U (FUJINON)

YH16 × 7K12U (CANON)

YH19 × 6.7K12U (CANON)

MICROPHONE

1/3 ZOOM LENS

Th16 × 5.5BRMU (FUJINON)

GY-HD100

STANDARD PACKAGE

Mount Converter

(1/2-1/3)

AMC-12

CARRYING CASE

GY-HD100

BATTERY

BN-V428

DC cable (2m)

AC ADAPTER

TRIPOD

TP-P300

DOLLY

TP-P205

COMPONENT CABLE

RCA pin

COMPOSITE CABLE

RCA pin

AUDIO CABLE

Stereo-mini RCA pin

BATTERY

BN-V438

IEEE1394 CABLE

6P-6P

MONITOR

DV VTR

Non-linear Editing SYSTEM

BR-HD50

PREPARATIONS

Attaching the Zoom Lens (Provided)

1. Loosen the mount ring.

2. Attach the lens with its pin aligned with the hole in the

mount.

3. Tighten the mount ring.

4. Connect the cable connector.

5. Clamp the lens cable.

CAUTION

•Be sure to tighten the mount ring completely. Incomplete

tightening may result in the lens dropping off or disturbed

back focus.

•Set the GY-HD100’s power switch to “OFF” before the

zoom lens is attached or detached.

Attaching the Microphone (Provided)

Connect the provided microphone to the microphone holder.

Provided microphone is a phantom microphone.

1. Turn the knob on the microphone holder anticlockwise to

loosen it and open the microphone holder.

2. Place the microphone in the microphone holder.

Place the microphone toward the front to prevent it from

interfering with the cassette cover.

3. Turn the knob on the microphone holder clockwise to

secure the microphone.

4. Connect the microphone cable to the INPUT1 or INPUT2

input connector on the GY-HD100.

5. Attach the microphone cable to the clamp.

6. Make sure to perform the correct setting for use of a phan-

tom microphone.

XSee page 46.

How to Attach the Viewfinder

To a t t a ch t he viewfinder, slide it in the direction of the arrow.

To t a k e o f f the viewfinder, pull the knob in the direction of the

arrow as you slide the viewfinder.

Hole

Clamp

1. 3. Knob 2. Microphone

Microphone

holder

5. Clamp

4. INPUT1, 2 connector

Knob

Tak i ng off the viewfinder

PREPARATIONS

Inserting an SD Memory Card

By using an SD memory card, you can save and call up menu

settings and camera settings for this camcorder.

XSee “FILE MANAGE Menu Screen” on page 79.

Check that the POWER switch is OFF.

Inserting an SD Memory Card

1. Open the SD memory card cover.

2. Face the cutout end of the SD memory card inward and

insert it in the direction of the arrow.

CAUTION

Be sure not to touch the metal connector area of the SD

memory card.

3. Close the SD memory card cover.

Taking out the SD memory card

1. Push the SD memory card in the direction of the arrow.

•The SD memory card comes out slightly.

2. Pull the SD memory card straight out.

About SD Memory Cards

•When you use an SD memory card that was either just pur-

chased or formatted on a device other than this camcorder,

format it on this camcorder.

XSee page 81.

Recommended SD memory cards

Panasonic: 32 MB or more

•Youcan write-protect the card so that saved files are not

mistakenly erased. Set the switch on the side of the SD

memory card to the “LOCK” position.

About the Viewfinder Cable

To reduce the emission of unwanted radio waves, be sure to

attach the provided core filter as shown in the figure on the

left.

zAttach the core filter (black) as close to the camcorder as

possible, as shown in the figure.

SD memory card cover

Cutout

LOCK switch

Core filter (black)

PREPARATIONS

AC Operation

The GY-HD100 is operable with AC power supply or battery

pack.

Use the supplied AC adapter as the AC power supply.

1. After making sure that the power switches of the GY-

HD100 and of the AC adapter are set to OFF, connect the

DC cable from the AC adapter to the DC IN connector of

the GY-HD100 as shown in the illustration.

2. Press the POWER switch of the GY-HD100 to ON. Power

is supplied to the VTR section and the camera.

CAUTION

•When using the DC cable make sure to connect the end

of the cable with the ferrite core to the AC adapter.

•Donotremove or connect the DC cable while recording is

being performed.

•Donot use any power source with large fluctuations in the

power source voltage, power sources generating noise,

such as ripples or power sources with lower voltage.

Attach the supplied core filter (gray) as shown in the diagram

on the right to reduce unwanted electromagnetic emission.

zAttach the core filter as shown in the diagram on the left to

this unit as near as possible.

Charging the Built-in Battery

The built-in, rechargeable backup battery retains the date and

time and the time code data.

The built-in battery is constantly being charge whenever the

GY-HD100 is connected to a power supply, but it gradually

discharges while the GY-HD100 is disconnected from a

power supply. The battery will be fully discharged when the

GY-HD100 is not used for about three months, in which case

the set date and time and time code data are reset.

In this case, recharge the built-in battery and then set the

date and time and time code data again.

However, it is possible to use the GY-HD100 even if the built-

in battery is discharged but the date and time and time code

data cannot be recorded.

How to charge

1. Connect the provided AC adapter to the GY-HD100 and

an AC outlet or mount a charged battery on the GY-

HD100.

2. Set the POWER switch on the GY-HD100 to “ON” or

“OFF” (charging takes places with the POWER switch set

to either of the positions.)

3. Leave the equipment in this condition for about 4 hours.

•The built-in battery will remain charged for about 3

months after being charged for about 4 hours.

POWER lamp

DC IN

connector

To pl ug outlet

AC adapter

DC OUT

connector

Ferrite core

DC cable

Core filter (gray)

PREPARATIONS

Battery Operation

Charging the Battery Pack

Before use the battery pack should be charged using the pro-

vided AC Adapter.

*Besure to pull the DC cable out of the AC adapter when

you charge the battery.

1. Plug the AC cable of the AC Adapter into an AC outlet.

The POWER lamp illuminates.

2. While pushing the battery pack down, slide it in the direc-

tion of the arrow to mount it on the AC Adapter. Charging

starts, and the CHARGE lamp blinks green. It changes to

light steadily when charging is completed.

3. When charging is completed, remove the battery pack by

sliding it in the opposite direction of the mounting direc-

tion.

Attaching the Battery Pack on the GY-

HD100

If the DC cable is connected to the GY-HD100, unplug the

cable.

1. Hold the battery pack with the connector side facing the

GY-HD100.

2. While pressing the battery pack against the GY-HD100,

slide it downward to attach it to the GY-HD100.

Detaching the Battery Pack from the GY-

HD100

Ensure that the POWER switch on the GY-HD100 is set to

OFF.

1. While sliding the battery pack lock release lever, slide the

battery pack upward to remove it.

CAUTION

Do not detach the battery pack while recording is taking

place.

MEMO

•Donot connect or disconnect the DC cable while operat-

ing with a battery pack.

The following symptoms may occur if the DC cable is

connected or disconnected while operating with a battery

pack.

•The power is cut off for a moment when the DC cable is

disconnected.

•Noisetothe video and audio signals occurs. Audio sig-

nal are muted.

•When operation is continued with DC input after the bat-

tery pack capacity has been used up, set the POWER

switch to OFF after the DC power is applied. Then switch

ON again.

•If the GY-HD100 is left with the battery pack attached, a

small amount of power is consumed even if the POWER

switch on the GY-HD100 is set to OFF.

Remove the battery pack when the GY-HD100 is not

going to be used.

AC cord

AC outlet

Battery pack

AC adapter

CHARGE lamp 1

POWER lamp

CHARGE lamp 2

Battery

pack

Connector

Lock release lever

PREPARATIONS

Remaining Battery Power Display

When the remaining battery power is nearly exhausted, the

following warnings will be generated.

Viewfinder screen or LCD monitor

When a Status screen is displayed (excluding the STATUS

2, 3 screen in the Camera mode)

•Alarm indication: LOW VOLTAGE displayed.

FRONT and BACK TALLY lamp on camera: Blinks

Monitoring loudspeaker and PHONES jack: Alarm sound

MEMO

After the remaining battery power warnings appear, the GY-

HD100 automatically stops operation if the battery power

operation is continued.

Battery Recharge Times

•When charged at temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and

25°C (77°F).

•When charging battery packs after a long storage period,

charging time will be longer than indicated above.

•When two battery packs are attached, they will be

recharged in the order that they are attached.

Operating Time with Battery Pack

When a fully charged battery pack is attached, the approxi-

mate continuous operating time is as follows

•Battery operating time may differ depending on the age of

the battery pack, charging conditions and the operating

environment, etc. Use the values in the table on the above

for approximate reference times.

•Operatingtime is reduced in areas with a cold environ-

ment.

•Operatingtime is reduced when the power zoom lens and

LCD are used frequently.

Precautions for the Battery Pack

•Whenthe battery pack is not in use, it must be stored in a

cool, dry place.

Do not leave the battery pack in a place where it might be

subject to a high temperature (under direct sunlight in a

car, etc.), this could cause leakage of the fluid or shorten

service life.

•When the terminal section of the battery pack gets dirty, the

operating time will be shortened.

•Ifthe operating time becomes greatly reduced even imme-

diately after recharging, the service life of the battery pack

is nearly finished.

Purchase a new battery pack.

Recharging

•Rechargethe battery pack after completely discharging it.

Repeated recharging with residual charge remaining could

result in reduced battery capacity.

•Ifthe battery capacity is reduced by repeating incomplete

recharging, or recharging without discharging, once dis-

charge the battery pack completely, then recharge it to

restore the battery capacity.

•Ifthe battery pack is recharged with its internal temperature

raised immediately after use, recharging may not be per-

formed completely.

•Perform charging in an environment where the tempera-

ture is between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F). 20°C (68°F)

to 25°C (77°F) is the ideal temperature range for charging.

If the environment is too cold, charging may not complete.

Battery pack Recharging time of

a single pack

Successive recharging

time of two packs

BN-V428 Approx. 3 hr. 20 min Approx. 6 hr. 40 min

BN-V438 Approx. 4 hr. 20 min Approx. 8 hr. 40 min

LCD monitor/Viewfinder

Battery Pack Continuous Operating Time (at 25°C)

BN-V428 Approx. 40 minutes

BN-V438 Approx. 60 minutes

PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION

Turning the Power ON

Turning the Power ON

1. Set the POWER switch to ON.

The unit turns on in Camera mode.

The operation differs according to whether the unit is in the

Camera mode or in the VTR mode.

The mode switches each time you press the CAM/VTR

button.

When the mode is switched, the VTR indicator displays the

following statuses.

Camera mode

The GY-HD100 enters the Camera mode. The camera

image is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the GY-HD100

enters the record-standby mode automatically. “STBY” is

displayed in the VTR operation mode indication area of the

LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. In this condition, press

the REC/VTR trigger button to start recording.

*Playback is also possible in the Camera mode.

Playback operation becomes possible when the STOP

button is pressed to set the VTR operation mode indica-

tor to indicate “STOP”.

VTR mode

The GY-HD100 enters the VTR mode. The camera image

will not be displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD moni-

tor. When a videocassette is loaded, the GY-HD100 enters

the stop mode.

“STOP” is displayed in the VTR operation mode indication

area of the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.

HDV/DV input is possible through the IEEE1394 connector.

(GY-HD100U/GY-HD101E only)

Turning the Power OFF

1. Place the GY-HD100 in the record-standby or STOP

mode.

2. Set the POWER switch to OFF.

3. Remove the battery pack or the power supply to the DC

IN connector. (When the camera is not going to be used

for a longer period.)

CAUTION

•Do not set the POWER switch to OFF while recording is

taking place.

Confirm that the “STBY” or “STOP” indication is shown in

the VTR operation mode indication area before the power

is turned off.

Should the POWER switch accidentally be set to OFF

during a recording, wait at least 5 seconds before turning

the power on again.

•Always set the POWER switch to OFF before disconnect-

ing the power supply.

Do not turn the battery pack or AC power supply OFF

while the POWER switch on the camera is still set to ON.

VTR

CH-1 BOTH CH-2

MONITOR SELECT

DISPLAY

ON OFF

FULL AUTO

ProHD

TAT

MEN

TTE

OFF

ND FILTER

REC

OFF

POWER

VF BRIGHT

WHT.BAL

LEVEL

H-

CH-2

CH-1

AUDIO SELECT

MANU

AUTO

LCD BRIGHT

DISPLAY

FREE

REGEN

GENE.

REC

CAM/VTR

VTR indicator

POWER switch

CAM/VTR button

While the mode is being switched : Flashing

In VTR mode : Lit

In Camera mode : Off

PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION

Loading/Unloading the Cassette

Cassette Loading

Use a videocassette tape marked MiniDV.

•Torecord, slide the switch on the back for use in preventing

accidental erasure to the “REC” side.

•Remove any the tape slack before loading.

1. Turn the POWER switch ON.

2. Slide the EJECT switch on the top panel of the camcorder

to the side.

The videocassette cover opens automatically and a video-

cassette tape can be inserted.

3. Insert a videocassette tape into the videocassette holder.

With the tape window facing out, move the switch on the

back of the videocassette up and firmly push the center

back of the videocassette straight in as far as it will go.

4. Carefully push the center of the videocassette cover in the

direction of the arrow as far as it will go to close it.

•Afterthe cover is closed, it takes about 10 seconds until

recording can begin or the camcorder can enter stop

mode.

If the power is on, the modes are as shown below.

Unloading the Cassette

1. Turn the POWER switch to ON.

2. When the camcorder is in shooting standby mode or stop

mode, slide the EJECT switch to the side and wait until

the videocassette cover opens completely.

•The LED next to the EJECT switch flashes.

A few seconds pass before the videocassette tape is

ejected.

3. The LED turns off and the videocassette cover opens.

•Takeout the videocassette tape.

4. Carefully push the center of the videocassette cover in the

direction of the arrow as far as it will go to close it.

CAUTION

•Whenyou close the videocassette cover, push it in firmly

as far as it will go. If the videocassette cover is not closed

properly, it becomes half-locked and the camcorder can-

not function.

If this happens, firmly push the videocassette cover in

again as far as it will go to lock it.

•Do not slide the EJECT switch while recording is in

progress.

If you slide the EJECT switch while recording is in

progress, the tape is ejected.

•Donot leave the videocassette cover open for a long

time.

Dust or dirt may enter the inside and cause damage.

•Donot touch the videocassette cover or interfere with the

eject operation while ejecting is in progress. This will

cause damage.

REC/SAVE

switch Tape window

EJECT switch

Cassette holder

Cassette cover

MODE REC/SAVE switch

REC SAVE

Camera Record-standby mode STOP mode

REC INHIBIT is displayed

on the LCD monitor and in

the viewfinder.

VTR STOP mode

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