GY
-HD100/GY
-HD101
HD
CAMERA
REC
O
RDER
INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS,
INDICATORS AND
CONNECTORS
PREPARATIONS
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
Printed in Thailand
LWT0278
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.
© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
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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.
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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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult 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."
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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:
residential area (in houses)
commercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres
urban 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.
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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 A symbol 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.
·The transient 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.
·This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.
Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible. (In
DV format)
·Due to manufacturing dispersion of tapes, we recom-
mend not to record pictures within the first 2 to 3 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.
·JVC cannot 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.
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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
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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.
·Focus assist 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.
·Safety Zone indication in viewfinder
·Zebra pattern 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.
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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
·Charging the 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
·Turning the Power ON
·Turning the 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
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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
·Resetting the 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