JVC GY-HM600E, GY-HM600U User Manual

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Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read the
instructions carefully to ensure the best
possible performance.

In this manual, each model number is
described without the last letter (U/E) which
means the shipping destination.
(U: for USA and Canada, E: for Europe)
Only “U” models (GY-HM600U) have been
evaluated by UL.

Please read the following before getting started:

For Customer Use:

Model No. GY-HM600U
Serial No.

Enter below the Serial No. which is located
on the body.
Retain this information for future reference.

HD MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER

GY-HM600U/GY-HM600E

INSTRUCTIONS

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The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement
without prior notice.
Please check the latest version of the INSTRUCTIONS from the following Mobile User Guide, or
download the PDF from the URL below.

Mobile User Guide

When you are outside, you can refer to the instructions from your Android phone or
iPhone.

http://manual3.jvckenwood.com/pro/mobile/global/

You can view the Mobile User Guide using the browser on your Android phone or
iPhone.

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Ver. 3.00

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Read these instructions.

2.

Keep these instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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 registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not
apply to all appliances.

3.

Heed all warnings.

FOR USA

9.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11.

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 from tip-over.

12.

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

13.

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 is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For USA-California Only

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate
Material – special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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Safety Precautions

CAUTION

FOR USA AND CANADA

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 appliance.

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This device complies with Part 15 of
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not
approved by JVC could void the
user’s authority to operate the
equipment. This equipment has been
tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial
environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own
expense.

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POUR CANADA

RISQUE

D’ELECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION:

The mains plug shall remain readily
operable.

 Remove the mains plug immediately if

the camera functions abnormally.

WARNING:

The battery pack, the camera with
battery installed, and the remote control
with battery installed should not be
exposed to excessive heat such as direct
sunlight, fire or the like.

ATTENTION:

POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE
D’ELECTROCUTION NE PAS
OUVRIR LE BOITER. AUCUNE
PIECE INTERIEURE N’EST A
REGLER PAR L’UTILISATEUR. SE
REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE
EN CAS DE PROBLEME.

ATTENTION

Le symbole de l’éclair à
l’intérieur d’un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à
alerter l’utilisateur sur la
présence d’une “tension
dangereuse” non isolée dans
le boîtier du produit. Cette
tension est suffisante pour
provoquer l’électrocution de
personnes.

Le point d’exclamation à
l’intérieur d’un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à
alerter l’utilisateur sur la
présence d’opérations
d’entretien importantes au
sujet desquelles des
renseignements se trouvent
dans le manuel
d’instructions.

Ces symboles ne sont
utilisés qu’aux Etats-Unis.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER
LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU
D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS
EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A LA
PLUIE NI A L’HUMIDITE.

NOTES:

 The rating plate and safety caution are

on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.

 The serial number plate is on the

bottom of the unit.

 The rating information and safety

caution of the AC adapter are on its
upper and lower sides.

REMARQUES :

 La plaque d’identification et

l’avertissement de sécurité se trouvent
sous l’appareil et/ou au dos.

 La plaque du numéro de série est

située sur la partie inférieure de
l’appareil.

 Les informations d’identification et

l’avertissement de sécurité de
l’adaptateur secteur sont situés sur ses
côtés supérieur et inférieur.

Caution on Replaceable lithium
battery

The battery used in this device may
present a fire or chemical burn hazard if
mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat
above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic, Sanyo,
Sony or Maxell CR2025.
Danger of explosion or risk of fire if the
battery is incorrectly replaced.

 Dispose of used battery promptly.
 Keep away from children.
 Do not disassemble and do not dispose

of in fire.

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When the equipment is installed in a
cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it
has sufficient space on all sides to allow
for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more
on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a
newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not
be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the
apparatus.
When discarding batteries,
environmental problems must be
considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries
must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom
or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled
with water or liquids (such as cosmetics
or medicines, flower vases, potted
plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this
equipment, fire or electric shock may be
caused.)

Do not point the lens directly into the
sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well
as lead to the malfunctioning of internal
circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or
electric shock.

CAUTION!

The following notes concern possible
physical damage to this unit and to the
user.
Carrying or holding this unit by the LCD
monitor can result in dropping the unit,
or in a malfunction.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or
unlevel surfaces. It could tip over,
causing serious damage to the unit.

CAUTION!

Connecting cables (Audio/Video, etc.) to
this unit and leaving it on top of the TV is
not recommended, as tripping on the
cables will cause the unit to fall, resulting
in damage.

When using the AC adapter in
areas other than the USA

The provided AC adapter features
automatic voltage selection in the AC
range from 110 V to 240 V.

USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG
ADAPTER

In case of connecting the unit’s power
cord to an AC wall outlet other than
American National Standard C73 series
type, use an AC plug adapter called a
“Siemens Plug” as shown.
For this AC plug adapter, consult your
nearest JVC dealer.

 Remove the AC adapter from the AC

wall outlet when not in use.

 Do not leave dust or metal objects

adhered to the AC wall outlet or AC
adapter (power/DC plug).

Plug Adapter

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IMPORTANT (for owners in the
U.K.)
Connection to the mains supply in
the United Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug
from this equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the
power points in your home or the cable is
too short to reach a power point, then
obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with

an identical approved type, as originally
fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off
be sure to remove the fuse and dispose
of the plug immediately, to avoid possible
shock hazard by inadvertent connection
to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a
mains plug then follow the instructions
given below:

DO NOT make any connection to the

Larger Terminal coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:

If these colours do not correspond with
the terminal identifications of your plug,
connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral)
or coloured black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or
coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent
electrician.

CAUTIONS:

 To prevent shock, do not open the

cabinet. No user serviceable parts
inside.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

 When you are not using the AC

adapter for a long period of time, it is
recommended that you disconnect the
power cord from AC outlet.

Blue to N
(Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live)
or Red

Dear Customer,

This apparatus is in conformance with
the valid European directives and
standards regarding electromagnetic
compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of
JVC KENWOOD Corporation is:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Germany

Sehr geehrter Kunde, sehr
geehrte Kundin,

dieses Gerät stimmt mit den gültigen
europäischen Richtlinien und Normen
bezüglich elektromagnetischer
Verträglichkeit und elektrischer
Sicherheit überein.
Die europäische Vertretung für die
JVC KENWOOD Corporation ist:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Deutschland

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic
environment this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user
may be required to take adequate
measures.

CAUTION:

To avoid electric
shock or damage to
the unit, first firmly
insert the small end
of the power cord into the AC Adapter
until it is no longer wobbly, and then plug
the larger end of the power cord in to an
AC outlet.

FOR EUROPEAN

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Information for Users on Disposal
of Old Equipment and Batteries

[European Union]

These symbols indicate that the electrical
and electronic equipment and the battery
with this symbol should not be disposed of
as general household waste at its
end-of-life.
Instead, the products should be handed
over to the applicable collection points for
the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment as well as batteries for proper
treatment, recovery and recycling in
accordance with your national legislation
and the Directive 2002/96/EC and
2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products correctly,
you will help to conserve natural resources
and will help to prevent potential negative
effects on the environment and human
health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of these
products.
For more information about collection
points and recycling of these products,
please contact your local municipal office,
your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the
product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.

(Business users)

If you wish to dispose of this product,
please visit our web page
http://www.jvc.eu to obtain information
about the take-back of the product.

[Other Countries outside the
European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the
European Union.
If you wish to dispose of these items,
please do so in accordance with applicable
national legislation or other rules in your
country for the treatment of old electrical
and electronic equipment and batteries.

Products

Battery

The sign Pb below the
symbol for batteries indicates
that this battery contains lead.

Notice:

Battery Pack

The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion
battery. Before using the supplied battery
pack or an optional battery pack, be sure
to read the following cautions:

 To avoid hazards

... do not burn.

When transporting, carry the battery in
a plastic bag.

... do not modify or disassemble.
... do not expose the battery to

temperatures exceeding 60°C (140°F),
as this may cause the battery to
overheat, explode or catch fire.

... use only specified chargers.

 To prevent damage and prolong

service life

... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
... charge within the temperature range

of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Cooler
temperatures require longer charging
time, or in some cases stop charging
at all. Warmer temperatures prevent
complete charging, or in some cases
stop charging at all.

... store in a cool, dry place. Extended

exposure to high temperatures will
increase natural discharge and
shorten service life.

... keep a 30% battery level if the

battery pack is not to be used for a
long period of time.
In addition, fully charge and then fully
discharge the battery pack every 6
months, then continue to store it at a
30% battery level .

... remove from charger or powered unit

when not in use, as some machines
use current even when switched off.

... do not drop or subject to strong

impact.

... do not short-circuit the

terminals. Keep it away
from metallic objects
when not in use.

Terminals

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Contents

Introduction

Safety Precautions ............................................ 3

Contents ............................................................ 8

Introduction

Main Features ................................................. 10

Precautions for Proper Use ............................. 12

Operation Modes ............................................. 16

Names of Parts ................................................ 18

Side Control Panel ....................................... 20

SD Slot ......................................................... 21

Rear Terminal .............................................. 21

LCD Monitor ................................................ 22

Lens Section ................................................ 23

Basic System Diagram .................................... 24

Preparations

Settings and Adjustments Before Use ............. 25

Adjusting the Grip Belt ................................. 25

Attaching an External Microphone ............... 25

Attaching the Tripod ..................................... 25

Attaching the Large Eyecup ......................... 25

Opening/Closing the Lens Cover ................. 26

Attaching/Detaching the Hood ..................... 26

Power Supply .................................................. 26

Using a Battery Pack .................................... 26

Using AC Power (DC IN Power) ................... 28

Power Status Display ...................................... 28

Turning On/Off the Power ................................ 29

Initial Settings .................................................. 30

Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder .. 32

Display Screen ............................................. 32

Status Screen .............................................. 33

USB Mode Screen ....................................... 33

Warning Display ........................................... 33

Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder ...... 34

Adjusting the LCD Monitor ........................... 34

Adjusting the Viewfinder .............................. 35

Assigning Functions to User Buttons ............... 36

Tally Lamp ....................................................... 36

SD Card ........................................................... 37

Usable Cards ............................................... 37

Formatting (Initializing) SD Cards ................ 39

Restoring the SD Card ................................. 40

Clips Recorded to SD Cards ........................ 41

Shooting

Basic Shooting Procedures ............................. 42

Selecting System Definition, File Format and Video

Format ............................................................. 43

Zoom Operation .............................................. 44

Focus Operation .............................................. 45

Adjusting the Focusing by Face Detection ...... 46

Adjusting the Brightness .................................. 48

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Adjusting the Iris .............................................. 49

Setting the Gain ............................................... 50

Setting the Electronic Shutter .......................... 51

Setting the ND Filter ........................................ 53

Adjusting the White Balance ............................ 53

Adjusting the Camera Image ........................... 56

Using the Image Stabilizer ............................... 56

Audio Recording .............................................. 57

Monitoring Audio Sound During Recording Using a

Headphone ...................................................... 59

Time Code and User’s Bit ................................ 60

Setting Time Code Generator .......................... 61

Synchronizing Time Code on Another Camera

......................................................................... 64

Setting Zebra Pattern ...................................... 65

Setting Spot Meter ........................................... 66

Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip

Review) ........................................................... 68

Splitting the Clips Freely (Clip Cutter Trig) ....... 68

Dual Rec .......................................................... 69

Backup Rec ..................................................... 71

Special Recording ........................................... 73

Pre Rec ........................................................ 73

Clip Continuous Rec .................................... 73

Frame Rec ................................................... 75

Interval Rec .................................................. 76

Variable Frame Rec ..................................... 77

Playback

Playing Recorded Clips ................................... 78

Thumbnail Screen ........................................ 78

Actions ......................................................... 80

Playing back ................................................ 81

Deleting Clips .................................................. 82

Appending/Deleting OK Mark .......................... 83

Selecting and Performing Operations on Multiple

Clips ................................................................ 84

Selecting Multiple Clips Randomly ............... 84

Selecting Multiple Clips Consecutively ........ 84

Menu Display and Detailed Settings

Basic Operations in Menu Screen ................... 86

Display and Description of the Menu Screen

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Text Input with Software Keyboard .............. 88

Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart ..................... 89

Camera Function Menu ................................... 90

User Switch Set Item .................................... 91

Camera Process Menu .................................... 92

Detail/Adjust Item ......................................... 95

White Balance Item ...................................... 96

TC/UB Menu ................................................... 96

LCD/VF Menu .................................................. 97

Shooting Assist Item .................................... 98

Marker Settings Item .................................... 99

Display Settings Item ................................... 99

A/V Set Menu ................................................ 101

Video Set Item ........................................... 101

Audio Set Item ........................................... 102

System Menu ................................................ 104

Record Set Item ......................................... 105

Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items

(Favorites Menu) ........................................... 108

Adding Menu Items to Favorites Menu ...... 108

Editing Favorites Menu .............................. 109

Display/Status Screen

Display Screen in Camera Mode ................... 112

Display Screen in Media Mode ...................... 116

Status Screen ................................................ 118

Camera Features

Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode

Only) .............................................................. 119

Smoothening the Skin Color (Skin Detail

Function) ....................................................... 119

Color Bar Output ........................................... 119

Adjusting Color Matrix ................................... 120

Configuring Setup Files ................................. 121

Saving Setup Files ..................................... 121

Loading a Setup File .................................. 122

Deleting Setup Files ................................... 123

Connecting External Devices

Managing/Editing Clips on a PC .................... 124

Connecting External Monitor ......................... 126

Connecting the Headphone ........................... 127

Connecting Wired Remote Control ................ 127

Others

Error Messages and Actions ......................... 128

Tally Lamp ................................................. 130

Warning Tone ............................................ 130

Troubleshooting ............................................ 130

Specifications ................................................ 132

Index ............................................................. 135

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Main Features

F11 Sensitivity, 1/3-inch Full HD 3CMOS
Sensors

This camera recorder is equipped with three 1/3-

Introduction

inch 2.07M pixels full HD CMOS sensors.
It delivers high image quality, high color resolution
through processing of individual R, G, B color
signals. 12-bit signal processing and the new 2D
DNR removes dark current and optical shot noise
without losing S/N and high resolution, thereby
achieving high F11 sensitivity.

New Fujinon 23x Zoom Lens

It ensures high magnification of 29 mm at wide
ends, and provides high sensitivity across all
regions with F1.6-3.0.
The zoom ring with zoom ring pin enables zooming
from the wide end to the tele end in 90 degrees.
Focus and iris control are also possible using
separate rings.

QuickTime (MPEG-2 HD/H.264 SD)/MP4
(MPEG-2 HD)/AVCHD File Format

By inheriting the concept in ProHD memory
camera recorder, this camera recorder can support
various file formats, such as AVCHD and
QuickTime (H.264 SD) files, as well as QuickTime
(MPEG-2 HD) files that can be directly edited on
Apple Final Cut Pro and MP4 files that are most
suitable for XDCAM EX Nonlinear Editing
Workflow.

Two SDHC/SDXC Card Slots for Dual,
Backup and Series Recording

The most common SDHC/SDXC card recording
system is used as the memory card.
This ensures reliability and operation at low running
cost.
Various user friendly recording systems are also
available. These include dual recording of the
same file to two cards, and using REC/STBY to
break up video clips in one card while performing
backup recording to the other card.

Small, Lightweight, Stylish, and
Ergonomic Design

The camera recorder is only 2.4 kg in operation
mode.
It is light and easy to use. Its ergonomic design
takes into consideration portability and operability
and is easy on the hand during shooting.

JVC’s Proprietary FALCONBRID High­Quality Imaging Engine

The FALCONBRID high-quality imaging engine
omits unnecessary processing through
incorporating camera processing and image
compression on a single chip. Images from
imaging devices are compressed and processed
without any loss thereby achieving high-quality
images.

MPEG2 and H.264 Codec

FALCONBRID allows users to select MPEG-2 and
AVCHD, the most commonly used codec for
professional video, as the recording format.

Variable Frame Rec

Enables beautiful slow motion and quick motion
image recording such as overcrank and
undercrank.

SDI/HDMI Simultaneous Output

Equipped with both [HD/SD SDI] and [HDMI]
terminals as digital output.

Non-compressed full HD video signals and audio
signals can be output to the [HD/SD SDI] and

[HDMI] terminals at the same time.

Auto Focus/Optical Image Stabilizer

The camera recorder is equipped with a face
detection auto focus function that covers the entire
screen.
It can switch to manual focus as well.
A built-in optical image stabilizer feature is also
available.

Professional Switch Layout and Various
Video Parameter Settings

Switches for Gain and White Balance are available
on the side panel to enable quick switchings
according to the shooting scene.
Image parameters such as gamma and color
matrixes are also available in the menu for
adjusting preferred tones.

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4-position ND Filter

This camera recorder incorporates three types of
ND filters.
Adjust the amount of light according to the
brightness during shooting by switching the 4­position ND filter (OFF, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64).

0.45-inch 1.22M Pixel Color Viewfinder,

3.5-inch 920K Pixel LCD Display
(Equipped with Focus Assist Function)

How to use this manual

Symbols used

Caution : Describes precautions concerning the

Memo : Describes reference information, such

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operation of this product.

as functions and usage restrictions of
this product.

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and reference items.

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Built-in Stereo Microphone, 2-channel
XLR Audio Input (Microphone/Line
Switch, Phantom Power Supply) and
Mini Jack Input Terminal for Wireless
Microphone Receiver

Pre Rec Function (Up to 15 Seconds)
and Interval Rec Function

Supports Wired Remote Control

Application Software Provided

The [JVC ProHD Clip Manager] application
software is provided for you to copy recorded clips

to Windows or Macintosh computers and for
checking the video images. (For MP4 file format)

The CD-ROM provided with this camera
recorder comes with [JVC ProHD Clip

Manager] and other application software as well
as their user guides.

* For details, refer to the user guides for each

application software.

Content of this manual

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Illustrated designs, specifications and other
contents of this manual are subject to change
for improvement without prior notice.

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AVCHD and the AVCHD logo are trademarks
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.

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SDXC and SDHC logos are trademarks of
SD-3C, LLC.

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HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
and 1 are trademarks of HDMI
Licensing, LLC.

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QuickTime, Final Pro Cut and iPhone are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.

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Android is a trademark and/or registered
trademark of Google Inc.

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QR Code is a registered trademark of Denso
Wave Incorporated.

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Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and
Windows 7 are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.

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Other product and company names included
in this instruction manual are trademarks and/
or registered trademarks of their respective
companies. Marks such as ™ and ® have
been omitted in this manual.

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Precautions for Proper Use

Transportation

Do not drop or hit this unit against a hard object
when transporting.

Storage and Usage Locations

Introduction

o Allowable ambient temperature and humidity
Be sure to use this unit within the allowable
temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104°F)
and a relative humidity of 30 % to 80 %. Using this
unit at a temperature or humidity outside the
allowable ranges could result not only in
malfunction but also serious impact on the CMOS
elements as small white spots may be generated.
Please exercise care during use.
o Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism
Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the
colors may be incorrect if this unit is used near a
radio or television transmitting antenna, in places
where strong magnetic fields are generated by
transformers, motors, etc., or near devices emitting
radio waves, such as transceivers or cellular
phones.
o Use of wireless microphone near this unit
When a wireless microphone or wireless
microphone tuner is used near this unit during
recording, the tuner could pick up noise.
o Avoid using or placing this unit in the following
places.

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Places subject to extreme heat or cold

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Places with excessive dirt or dust

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Places with high humidity or moisture

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Places subject to smoke or vapor such as near
a cooking stove

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Places subject to strong vibrations or unstable
surfaces

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In a parked car under direct sunlight or near a

heater for long hours
o Do not place this unit at places that are subject
to radiation or X-rays, or where corrosive gases
occur.
o Protect this unit from being splashed with water.
(Especially when shooting in the rain)
o Protect this unit from getting wet when shooting
on a beach. In addition, salt and sand may adhere
to the body. Be sure to clean the unit after use.
o Protect this unit against penetration of dust when
using it in a place subject to sandy dust.

Power Saving

When this unit is not in use, be sure to set the
[POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to “OFF(CHG)” in

order to reduce power consumption.

Maintenance

o Turn off the power before performing any
maintenance.
o Wipe the external cabinet of the unit with a soft
cloth. Do not wipe the body with benzene or thinner.
Doing so may cause the surface to melt or turn
cloudy. 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.

Rechargeable Battery

o Be sure to use only the specified batteries.
We do not guarantee the safety and performance
of this device if an unspecified battery is used.

o The battery is not charged when purchased.
o When using the battery in a low temperature

environment (10°C/50 °F or below), the operating
time may be shortened, or it may not function
properly. When using the device outdoors in the
winter weather, warm the battery, such as by
placing it in the pocket, before attaching it.
o Do not expose the battery to excessive heat,
such as direct sunlight or fire.
o If the battery is not to be used for a long time

0

Use up the charge completely and detach it from
the camera to prevent deterioration. (Wait for the
battery to run out by itself such as through
continuous shooting or playback.)

0

Charge the battery once every half a year, and

store it again after using up the charge.
o Store the removed battery in a dry place between
15 °C and 25 °C (59 °F and 77 °F).

o ATTENTION:

The product you have purchased
is powered by a rechargeable
battery that is recyclable.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this
battery.

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Regular Inspection (Maintenance)

Groove

Under normal environment, dust will accumulate
on the camera recorder when it is used over a long
period. Dust may enter the camera recorder
especially if it is used outdoors. This may affect the
image and sound quality of the camera recorder.
Check and replace the fan after every 9000 hours
(suggested guideline).
You can check the usage time of the fan in the
[System] menu B [System Information] B [Fan

Hour].

(A P105 [ Fan Hour ] )

If the fan is used for more than 9000 hours without
replacement, “FAN MAINTENANCE REQUIRED”

will be displayed every time you turn on the power.

SDHC/SDXC Cards

o SDHC/SDXC card is referred to as “SD card” in
this manual.
o This camera recorder saves the recorded
images and audio sound on the SD card (sold
separately) in the card slot.
o Use an SD card (4 GB to 128 GB) with Class 6
or higher performance, formatted using this
camera recorder.
o Depending on the recording format, SD card with
Class 4 or higher performance can also be used.

(A P43 [Selecting System Definition, File
Format and Video Format] )

* Using cards other than those from Panasonic,

TOSHIBA or SanDisk may result in recording
failure or data loss.

o If the SD card contains files recorded by devices
other than this camera recorder or files that are
saved from a PC, the recordable time may be
shorter or data may not be properly recorded. In
addition, the remaining space on the card may not
increase even when files are deleted using a PC.

Handling of SD Cards

o The status indicator lights up in red when data
on the SD card is being accessed.
Do not remove the SD card during data access
(such as recording, playback, or formatting). Do not
turn off the power or remove the battery and AC
adapter during access either.
o Do not use or store the SD card in a place that is
subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
o Do not place the SD card near locations that are
exposed to strong magnetic fields or radio waves.
o Inserting the SD card incorrectly may result in
damage of this unit or the SD card.

o We are not liable for any accidental loss of data
stored on the SD card. Please back up any
important data.
o Make use of the SD card within the prescribed
conditions of use.
Do not use it at the following locations.
Places that are subject to direct sunlight, high
humidity or corrosion, places near thermal
equipment, sandy or dusty places, or in a car under
the sun with the doors and windows closed.
o Do not bend or drop the SD card, or subject it to
strong impact or vibration.

o Do not splash the SD card with water.
o Do not dismantle or modify the SD card.
o Do not touch the terminals with your hands or

with a metal object.
o Do not allow dust, dirt, water, or foreign objects
to adhere to the terminals.
o Do not remove the labels or stick other labels or
stickers on the SD cards.
o Do not use pencils or ballpoint pens to write on
the SD cards. Always use oil-based pens.
o If you format (initialize) the SD card, all data
recorded on the card, including video data and
setup files, will be deleted.
o You are recommended to use cards that are
formatted (initialized) on this camera recorder.

0

The SD card may be damaged if the camera

recorder is not operated correctly. Formatting

(Initializing) the SD card may allow it to operate

correctly.

0

SD cards that have been formatted (initialized)

on other cameras, computers or peripheral

equipment may not operate correctly. In this

case, format (initialize) the SD card on this

camera recorder.
o If you want to wipe out all information by
completely erasing the data, we recommend either
using commercially available software that is
specially designed for that purpose, or by
physically destroying the SD card with a hammer,
etc. When formatting or erasing data using the
camera recorder, only the file administration
information is changed. The data is not completely
erased from the SD card.
o Some commercially available SD cards may be
harder to be removed from this unit. Remove them
by hooking onto the groove on the cards.

0

It will be easier to remove the cards after several

times.

0

Do not stick any stickers on the cards.

o The SD card may pop out when it is being
removed. Be careful not to lose the card.

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Others

o Do not insert objects other than the memory card
into the card slot.
o Do not block the vent on the unit.
Blocking of the vent causes internal heating and
may lead to burns and fires.

Introduction

o Do not turn off the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)]
switch or remove the power cable during recording

or playback.
o The camera recorder may not show stable
pictures for a few seconds immediately after the
power is turned on, but this is not a malfunction.
o When the video signal output terminals are not
in use, put on the covers to prevent damage to the
terminals.
o Do not drop this unit or subject it to strong impact
or vibration as it is a precision equipment.
o Optical performance of lens
Due to the optical performance of the lens, color
divergence phenomena (magnification chromatic
aberration) may occur at the periphery of the
image. This is not a camera malfunction.
o Noise may appear in the image when switching
modes.
o If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will
deteriorate.
o Use the supplied AC adapter as the power
supply. Do not use the supplied AC adapter on
other devices.
o When the connectors that come with connector
covers are not in use, put on the covers to prevent
damage to the connectors.

LCD Monitor and Viewfinder

o The LCD monitor and viewfinder screen are
manufactured using high-precision technology.
Black spots may appear on the LCD monitor and
viewfinder screen, or red, blue, and/or white spots
may not disappear. However, this is not a
malfunction and these spots are not recorded on
the SD card.
o If you use this unit continuously for a long period
of time, the characters displayed in the viewfinder
may temporarily remain on the screen. This is not
recorded on the SD card. They will not appear after
you turn the power off and then on again.
o If you use this unit in a cold place, the images
may appear to lag on the screen, but this is not a
malfunction. Retained images are not recorded on
the SD card.
o Do not press against the surface with force or
subject it to strong impact. Doing so may damage
or break the screens.
o Noise may appear in the viewfinder when
switching between the live video and playback
images.
o Due to the characteristic of the viewfinder display
device, colors may appear on the images when you
blink your eyes. It does not affect the recorded
images, SDI output, or HDMI output.

Copyright

Any recordings made on this camera recorder that
are played back for profit or public preview may
infringe on the rights of the owner of the recordings.
Do not use the recordings for purpose other than
personal enjoyment without prior consent from the
owner.

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License Notices

o MPEGLA AVC
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC
PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER
USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE
REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD
(“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO
THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR
WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER
LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO
LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED
FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM
MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

o MPEGLA MPEG-2 Patent
ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER
OTHER THAN PERSONAL USE THAT
COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR
ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR
PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY
PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER
APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2
PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS
AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, LLC, 6312 S.
Fiddlers Green circle, Suite 400E, Greenwood
Village, Colorado 80111 U.S.A.

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Operation Modes

AE LEVEL

MENU/THUMB

CANCEL

MODE

Media Mode

Thumbnail

Display

(Playback/Pause/
Frame-by-Frame/

Fast Forward/Rewind/

Clip Jump)

Playback

USB Connection (When the
confirmation to change to
USB mode appears and
[Change] is selected)

(USB Mass Storage Class)

USB Mode

Stop Button

Stop

Button

Playback Button

Playback

Button

Connection disabled on PC

Press and hold
[MODE] button

[MODE] Button

Camera

Mode

This camera recorder has three operation modes - Camera mode, Media mode, and USB mode.

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Operation Mode Description

Camera Mode

0

This is the camera shooting mode. The camera recorder starts up in Camera
mode when the power is turned on.

0

Camera images are output on the viewfinder and LCD monitor. When a
recordable SD card is inserted, the camera recorder enters the recording
standby mode. “STBY” appears on the operation mode display area of the

LCD monitor and viewfinder.

0

Press the [REC] trigger button to start recording.

Memo :

0

Playback of SD card is not possible in Camera mode. However, you can
check the most recently recorded video clip.

(A P68 [Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review)] )

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Media Mode

USB Mode

0

This mode allows you to play back or delete clips recorded on the SD card.

0

When a playable SD card is inserted, the thumbnail or playback screen is
displayed on the viewfinder and LCD monitor.

0

Press the [MODE] selection button to enter Media mode when you are not
shooting in Camera mode. Once the camera recorder is in Media mode,

thumbnails of the selected media slot are displayed.

0

This mode allows you to connect to a PC and transfer the files on an SD card
to the PC.

0

When the camera recorder is connected to a USB cable, the message
“Change to USB Mode?” appears.

Select [Change] and press the Set button to switch to USB mode.

(A P124 [Managing/Editing Clips on a PC] )

0

In USB mode, the camera recorder is recognized by the connected PC as a
peripheral drive. (USB mass storage class only)
Disable the connection on the PC and remove the USB cable from the camera
recorder to switch to Camera mode.

(A P124 [Managing/Editing Clips on a PC] )

Memo :

0

When a USB cable is connected during recording, the message appears after
recording stops.

0

If playback is in progress, the message appears once the files are closed
automatically, such as when playback stops.

0

Files on the PC cannot be written to the SD card.

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Names of Parts

SERVO MANUAL

ZOOM

REC

H

E

IJ

G

D

AC

B

K

F

FIX VAR OFF

F

O

C

U

S

A

S

S

IS

T

/1

O

IS

/2

L

O

L

U

X

/3

MENU/THUMB

AE LEVEL

FOCUS

ND FILTER

1/64

1/1

6

1/4

OFF

P

O

W

E

R

M

AR

KER/6

ZEBRA/5

AE LOCK/4

SHUTTER

W

HT BAL

CANCEL
P

U

S

H

A

U

T

O

IR

IS

GAIN

FULL AUTO

PUSH AUTO

PRESET

B
L
M
H

A

O

N

O

F

F

ON

MANU

∞

MODE

O

F

F

(CHG)

SLO

T

A/B

TIME CODE

AUTO

Bottom

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A

Built-in Microphone
(A P57 [Audio Recording] )

B

Tally Lamp
(A P36 [Tally Lamp] )
(A P130 [Tally Lamp] )

C

Microphone Holder
(A P25 [Attaching an External Microphone] )

D

Microphone Holder Lock Knob
(A P25 [Attaching an External Microphone] )

E

Shoe
For mounting separately sold lights and
accessories.

F

[FIX/VAR/OFF] Zoom Speed Switch
(A P44 [Zoom Operation] )
For switching the zoom speed of the zoom lever

a at the handle.

G

Accessory Mounting Screw Hole

H

Tripod Mounting Hole
(A P25 [Attaching the Tripod] )

I

[REC] Record Trigger Button
Starts/stops recording.

Memo :

0

This button is interlocked with the [REC] button
R on the grip and the [REC/HOLD] button Z at
the top of the handle.

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J

[ZOOM SERVO/MANUAL] Zoom Operation
Servo/Manual Switch

Set to “SERVO” when using the zoom lever at
the grip j or the zoom lever at the handle a.
(A P44 [Zoom Operation] )

K

Monitor Speaker

(A P81 [Audio Output during Playback] )

L

Viewfinder

(A P34 [Adjusting the LCD Monitor and
Viewfinder] )

M

Visibility Adjustment Lever

(A P34 [Adjusting the LCD Monitor and
Viewfinder] )

N

Eyecup

Prevents external light from entering the
viewfinder screen and cameraman’s vision.
(A P25 [Attaching the Large Eyecup] )

O

Battery

(A P26 [Using a Battery Pack] )

P

[x] Headphone Jack (Φ3.5 mm)

(A P59 [Monitoring Audio Sound During
Recording Using a Headphone] )

Q

[AUX] AUX Input Terminal (Φ3.5 mm)

For connecting to receiver such as wireless
microphone.

.

A

U

X

INPUT2

INPUT1

DEVICE

AV

A

BATT

.RELEA

SE

P

O

W

E

R

/C

H

G

B

HDMI

REMOTE

DC

HD/SD

SDI

REC

W

T

REC

HOLD

IN

OUT

TC

L

M
N

O

d

R

S T

X

Za

b

c

Q

P

U

V

Y

W

R

[REC] Record Trigger Button
Starts/stops recording.

Memo :

0

This button is interlocked with the [REC] button
I at the bottom of the lens and the [REC/
HOLD] button Z at the top of the handle.

S

[C.REVIEW/7] Clip Review/User 7 Button
For checking the most recently captured

images.
(A P68 [Viewing Recorded Videos
Immediately (Clip Review)] )
You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

T

Zoom Lever at the Grip
To operate zoom servo with the zoom lever at
the grip, set the [ZOOM SERVO/MANUAL]

switch 0 to “SERVO”.
(A P44 [Using the Zoom Lever at the Grip] )

U

[TC] TC Input/Output Terminal
(A P60 [Time Code and User’s Bit] )

V

[IN/OUT] TC IN/OUT Selection Switch
(A P64 [Synchronizing Time Code on
Another Camera] )

W

Hood Release Button
(A P26 [Attaching/Detaching the Hood] )

X

External Microphone Cable Clamp
(A P25 [Attaching an External Microphone] )

Y

[INPUT1/INPUT2] Audio Input Terminal 1, 2
(XLR 3-pin x 2)

(A P25 [Attaching an External Microphone] )

Z

[REC/HOLD] Record Trigger Button/Lock
Switch

Starts/stops recording.
Set the switch to [HOLD] to lock the [REC]

Trigger button.

Memo :

0

This button is interlocked with the [REC] button
R on the grip and the [REC] button I at the
bottom of the lens.

0

The [REC] button R on the grip and the [REC]
button I at the bottom of the lens will not be
locked.

a

Zoom lever at the Handle

(A P44 [Using the Zoom Lever at the
Handle] )

b

Shoulder Belt Mount (x2)

For mounting a shoulder belt (sold separately).

Caution :

0

Be sure to use a shoulder belt with the strength
to withstand the weight of this camera recorder.

0

If the shoulder belt is not properly attached, the
camera recorder may fall and cause injuries.

0

Check the instruction manual provided with the
shoulder belt before using.

c

[POWER/CHG] Power/Charging Display Lamp

(A P26 [Using a Battery Pack] )

d

[BATT. RELEASE] Battery Lock Release Button

(A P27 [Removing the Battery] )

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ND FILTER

FOCUS

AE LEVEL

MANU

PUSH AUTO

MENU/THUMB

FOCUS ASSIST/1 OIS / 2 LOLUX / 3

1/64

1/16

1/4

OFF

PRESET

IRIS

GAIN

CANCEL

L

M

H

B
A

WHT BAL SHUTTER

FULL AUTO

MODE

POWER

ON

OFF

(CHG)

ON

OFF

AE LOCK/4 ZEBRA/5 MARKER/6

PUSH AUTO

TIME CODE

AUTO

A

B

C

E

S R Q

O

N

MLKJ

T

D

P

H

I

U

F G

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Side Control Panel

.

A

[FOCUS AUTO/MANU/∞] Focus Switch
(A P45 [Focus Operation] )

B

[ND FILTER] ND Filter Switch
(A P53 [Setting the ND Filter] )

C

[PUSH AUTO] Focus Push Auto Button
(A P46 [One Push Auto Focus] )

D

[IRIS] Iris Auto/Manual Selection Button
(A P49 [Adjusting the Iris] )

E

[PUSH AUTO] Iris Push Auto Button
(A P49 [Adjusting the Iris] )

F

[GAIN] Gain Auto/Manual Selection Button / [L/
M /H] Sensitivity Selection Switch
(A P50 [Setting the Gain] )

G

[WHT BAL] White Balance Auto/Manual
Selection Button / [B/A/PRESET] Selection
Switch

(A P53 [Adjusting the White Balance] )

H

[SHUTTER] Shutter Speed Auto/Manual
Selection Button

(A P51 [Setting the Electronic Shutter] )

I

[y] One Push Auto White Balance Button

J

[FULL AUTO ON/OFF] Full Auto Switch
(A P48 [Adjusting the Brightness
Automatically] )

(A P56 [Automatic White Balance Mode
(FAW: Fulltime Auto White balance)] )

K

[AE LOCK/4] AE Lock/User 4 Button
When Gain, Iris, and Shutter are set to “AUTO”,
their respective values and the value of white

balance are locked when the [AE LOCK/4] button
is pressed.

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You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

L

[ZEBRA/5] Zebra/User 5 Button

(A P65 [Setting Zebra Pattern] )
You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

M

[MARKER/6] Marker/User 6 Button

This button toggles ON/OFF the marker, safety
zone, and center mark displays.
You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

N

[MODE] Camera/Media Mode Selection Button

(A P16 [Operation Modes] )

O

[POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] Lock Power ON/OFF
Switch

Turns ON/OFF the power.

0

Hold down the lock button (blue) in the center
to toggle ON/OFF.

0

When the power is turning OFF, “P.OFF”
appears on the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

0

Wait for 5 seconds or more to turn on the
power again.

P

Cross-Shaped Button (JKHI)/Set Button (R)

The function changes according to the
operation status of the camera recorder.
o During menu operation (all modes)
(A P86 [Basic Operations in Menu Screen] )

Center Set button (R) : Confirms menu items

and setting values
Cross-shaped button
(JK)

: Selects menu items

and setting values

o During Camera mode
Shutter operation:

Center Set button (R) : Shutter ON/OFF
Cross-shaped button
(JK)

: Switches shutter

speed when shutter

is ON
AE level operation : Cross-shaped button

(HI)

Memo :

0

When [Camera Function] menu B [AE LEVEL
SW] is set to “AE LEVEL/VFR”, the cross­shaped button (HI) is used to set the number of
frames during Variable Frame Rec.

(A P77 [Variable Frame Rec] )
(A P91 [ AE LEVEL SW ] )

Q

[LOLUX/3] Low-light Shooting/User 3 Button

For switching the low-light shooting mode ON
or OFF.
You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

R

A

B

C

D

DEVICE

AV

HDMI

REMOTE

DC

HD/SD

SDI

POWER
/CHG

BATT.RELEASE

A

B

OPEN

CLOSE

AV

DEVICE

DC

REMOTE

C
D

E

F

B

A

[OIS/2] Optical Image Stabilizer/User 2 Button
For switching the image stabilizer feature mode

ON or OFF.
You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

S

[FOCUS ASSIST/1] Focus Assist/User 1 Button
For switching the focus assist function ON or

OFF.
(A P46 [Focus Assist Function] )
You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

T

[MENU/THUMB] Menu/Thumbnail Button

0

Displays the menu screen during Camera
mode.

(A P86 [Basic Operations in Menu Screen] )

0

Displays the menu screen when the button
is pressed during thumbnail display in the
Media mode.

0

Stops playback and displays the thumbnail
screen when the button is pressed during
playback screen display in the Media mode.

U

[CANCEL] Cancel Button
Cancels various settings and stops playback.

SD Slot

(A P37 [SD Card] )

Rear Terminal

.

A

[DEVICE] USB Mini Terminal

(A P124 [Managing/Editing Clips on a PC] )

B

[AV] AV Output Terminal

(A P126 [Connecting External Monitor] )

C

[HD/SD SDI] SDI Output Terminal (BNC)

(A P126 [Connecting External Monitor] )

D

[HDMI] HDMI Output Terminal

(A P126 [Connecting External Monitor] )

E

[REMOTE] Remote Terminal

(A P127 [Connecting Wired Remote Control] )

F

[DC] DC Input Terminal

Input terminal for DC 12 V power supply.
Connects with the bundled AC adapter.
(A P28 [Using AC Power (DC IN Power)] )

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A

SD Card Cover

B

[SLOT A/B] Card Slot Selection Button
For switching the active card slot during

shooting and playback.

C

Card Slot B Status Indicator

D

Card Slot A Status Indicator

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LCD Monitor

MENU/THUMB

CANCEL

CH1

INT
INPUT1
INPUT2

AUTO
MANUAL

CH2

INPUT2

MONITOR

DISPLAY STATUS

INPUT1

PEAKINGLCD BRIGHT

CH2CH1

LINE
MIC
MIC
+48V

CH1
BOTH
CH2

B

C

H I

A

D

FG

E

JKLNM

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A

B

C

D

E

22

LCD Monitor
(A P34 [Adjusting the LCD Monitor and
Viewfinder] )

[MENU/THUMB] Menu/Thumbnail Button

0

Displays the menu screen during Camera
mode.

(A P86 [Basic Operations in Menu Screen] )

0

Displays the menu screen when the button
is pressed during thumbnail display in the
Media mode.

0

Stops playback and displays the thumbnail
screen when the button is pressed during
playback screen display in the Media mode.

LCD Cross-Shaped Button (JKHI)/Set Button
(R)
The function changes according to the
operation status of the camera recorder.

0

During menu operation (all modes)

(A P86 [Basic Operations in Menu Screen] )

Center Set button (R) : Confirms menu

items and setting

values
Cross-shaped button
(JK)

: Selects menu

items and setting

values

0

During Camera mode
You can also use it as a user button by assigning
a specific feature in the menu setting to this
button.
(A P36 [Assigning Functions to User
Buttons] )

[CANCEL] Cancel Button
Cancels various settings and stops playback.

[CH1/CH2] CH1/CH2 Recording Level
Adjustment Knob

(A P57 [Audio Recording] )

F

[LCD BRIGHT +/-] LCD Display Brightness
Adjustment Button

(A P34 [Adjusting the Brightness] )

G

[PEAKING +/-] LCD/VF Contour Adjustment
Button

(A P35 [Adjusting the Contour (LCD)] )
(A P35 [Adjusting the Contour (Viewfinder)] )

H

[DISPLAY] Display Button

0

Press the [DISPLAY] button to switch to the
display screen during normal screen display

(when the menu screen is not displayed).

(A P32 [Display Screen] )

0

Switches between [Main Menu] and
[Favorites Menu] when the [DISPLAY]
button is pressed while the menu screen is

displayed.

(A P86 [Basic Operations in Menu Screen] )

I

[STATUS] Status Screen Display Button

Press the [STATUS] button to display the status
screen on the viewfinder and LCD monitor

during normal screen display (when the menu
screen is not displayed).
(A P33 [Status Screen] )

J

[MONITOR]/[+/-] Audio Monitor Selection
Switch/Volume Adjustment Button

Switches the audio monitor and adjusts the
monitor speaker/headphone.
(A P59 [Monitoring Audio Sound During
Recording Using a Headphone] )

K

[INPUT1/INPUT2] Audio Input Signal Selection
Switch

(A P57 [Audio Recording] )

L

[CH2] CH2 Audio Input Signal Selection Switch

Select the audio input terminal to record to CH2.
(A P57 [Audio Recording] )

M

[CH1] CH1 Audio Input Signal Selection Switch

(A P57 [Audio Recording] )

N

[CH1/CH2 AUTO/MANUAL] CH1/CH2 Audio
Recording Mode Switch

(A P58 [Adjusting Audio Recording Level] )

Lens Section

E

CD

A

B

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A

Filter Built-In Screw

0

Transparent or UV filter for lens protection,

or filters for various effects can be installed.

0

Installable filter types: Φ72mmP0.75

Memo :

0

Remove the lens hood when installing the filter.

(A P26 [Attaching/Detaching the Hood] )

B

Lens Cover Open/Close Switch
(A P26 [Opening/Closing the Lens Cover] )

C

Focus Ring
(A P45 [Focus Operation] )

D

Zoom Ring
(A P44 [Zoom Operation] )
To operate zoom with this ring, set the [ZOOM

SERVO/MANUAL] switch to “MANUAL”.

E

Iris Ring
(A P49 [Adjusting the Iris] )
To operate auto iris, press the [IRIS] button on

the side control panel.
(a mark appears on the screen)

Introduction

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Basic System Diagram

Wireless Microphone
Receiver

RCA pin

AV C abl e

HDMI Cable

[AUX]

[TC]

Carrying Case

Tripod

SDHC/SDXC

Memory Card

SDHC/SDXC

Card Reader

USB Cable

Battery

AC Adapter

Remote Control Unit

Non-linear Editing

System

GY-HM600

Microphone

Monitor

Monitor

SDI Cable
BNC

Earphone

Shoulder Belt

GY-HM600

Introduction

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Settings and Adjustments

A

U

X

INPUT2

INPUT1

D

E

V

IC

E

A

V

A

B
A
T

T
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R

E
L
E

A
S

E

P
O

W

E
R

/C

H

G

B

H

D

M

I

R
EM

O
TE

D

C

HD/SD

SDI

REC

4

5

1, 3

2

o Bottom

Large Eyecup (supplied)

Eyecup

Before Use

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Adjusting the Grip Belt

Open the pad and adjust the position of the grip belt
accordingly.

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Caution :

0

If the grip is loose, the camera recorder may fall
off resulting in injuries or malfunction.

Attaching an External Microphone

You can attach a separately sold microphone to the
microphone holder.

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1

Turn the knob on the microphone holder
anticlockwise to loosen and open the
microphone holder.

2

Place the microphone in the microphone
holder.

3

Turn the knob on the microphone holder
clockwise to secure the microphone.

4

5
6

Connect the microphone cable to the [INPUT1]
or [INPUT2] terminal.

Pin the microphone cable to the clamp.
Perform the settings for the microphone

correctly.

(A P57 [Audio Recording] )

Attaching the Tripod

Use the screw hole at the bottom of this camera
recorder.
(3/8×16UNC, 1/4×20UNC)
Use the screw hole that suits the tripod.
To prevent the camera recorder from falling off,
which may result in injuries or damages, read the
instruction manual of the tripod to be used and
make sure that it is securely attached.

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Caution :

0

Use the tripod on a stable surface.

0

To prevent the camera recorder from falling,
attach securely using the rotation prevention
hole.

0

Use screws with screw length 5 mm and below.

Attaching the Large Eyecup

0

Attach the large eyecup to prevent external light
from entering the viewfinder screen and
cameraman’s vision.

0

Align and attach to the groove of the eyecup
mounted on the camera recorder.

0

The large eyecup can be attached in any
direction.

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Memo :

0

Do not remove the eyecup that is premounted
on the camera recorder.

Preparations

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Opening/Closing the Lens Cover

1

2

3

4

4

POWER

/CHG

MODE

POWER

ON

OFF

(CHG)

Use the lens cover open/close switch to open or
close the lens cover.
Before shooting, open the lens cover.
When this camera recorder is not in use, close the
lens cover to protect the lens.

Preparations

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Caution :

0

Do not press against the lens cover with force.
Doing so may damage the lens or the cover.

Attaching/Detaching the Hood

Attaching the Hood

Align the markings on the camera recorder and
hood; turn the hood in the direction of the arrow until
it is locked.

Detaching the Hood

0

Remove the hood when attaching a filter,
teleconverter or wide converter to the front of the
lens.

0

While pressing the hood release button, turn the
hood in the anti-clockwise direction to remove it.

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Power Supply

To use this camera recorder, you can attach a
battery pack or connect an AC adapter to it.

(A P26 [Using a Battery Pack] )
(A P28 [Using AC Power (DC IN Power)] )

Caution :

0

Set the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to
“OFF(CHG)” before changing the power supply
that operates this camera recorder.

Using a Battery Pack

Charging the Battery

Charge the battery immediately after purchase or
when the battery power is running low.

* The battery is not charged when purchased.

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1

1

2

MODE

POWER

ON

OFF

(CHG)

Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of
the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to set to

“OFF(CHG)”.

2

Attach the supplied battery.

Slide it in until you hear a click.

3

Connect the supplied AC adapter to the [DC]
terminal.

4

Connect the AC adapter to a power outlet.

0

The [POWER/CHG] lamp blinks during

charging and will go out after charging is

complete.

0

Remove the AC adapter after charging is

complete.

Memo :

0

Blinking of the [POWER/CHG] lamp during
charging indicates the charge level.

[POWER/CHG] Lamp

Orange blinking (4 times per

Charge Level

Less than 25%

second)

Orange blinking (3 times per

Less than 50%

second)

Orange blinking (2 times per

Less than 75%

second)

Orange blinking (1 time per

Less than 100%

second)

Light goes out Fully charged

Removing the Battery

Caution :

0

Do not remove the battery when the [POWER
ON/OFF(CHG)] switch is “ON”.

0

Do not insert or remove the DC cable when the
battery is in use.

0

Leaving the camera recorder unused with the
battery inside will deplete the battery power
even if you set the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)]

switch to “OFF(CHG)”. Remove the battery if
you are not using the camera recorder.

Estimated Charging and Continuous
Recording Times

o Charging Time (supplied SSL-JVC50 battery
pack)
Approx. 4 h

Memo :

0

Use up the charge completely before you
charge the battery. If the battery is not fully
discharged before charging, the battery
capacity may drop after repeated cycles.

0

If the battery capacity drops due to repetitive
shallow charging and discharging, it may be
recovered by using up the charge completely
and then fully charging the battery again.

0

If you charge the battery immediately after using
while the battery is still warm, it may not be fully
charged.

0

It is recommended that you charge the battery
in an environment between 10 °C and 35 °C
(50 °F and 95 °F). The battery may not be fully
charged or the charging time may be prolonged
if charged under low temperatures (below 10 °C/
50 °F).

Preparations

o Continuous Operating Time (supplied SSL­JVC50 battery pack)
Approx. 2 hrs 45 mins

Memo :

0

Actual operating times may differ depending on
the age of the battery, charging condition, and
operating environment.

0

Operating time is shortened in cold
environment.

0

The operating time may shorten when power

.

1

Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of
the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to set to

“OFF(CHG)”.

2

While pressing and holding the [BATT.
RELEASE] button, push up and remove the
battery in the direction of the arrow.

zoom is used, accessories are connected, or
when the LCD monitor is frequently used.

0

For purchase of spare batteries and battery
charger, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Precautions for Batteries

0

Store the battery in a cool and dry place when
not in use. Do not expose the battery to high
temperatures (such as in a car under direct
sunlight). This will cause battery leakage and
shorten the battery life.

0

If the operating time shortens drastically even
after charging, the battery may be reaching the
end of its life. Replace the battery with a new
one.

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Using AC Power (DC IN Power)

1

MODE

POWER

ON

OFF

(CHG)

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Use the supplied AC adapter to operate the camera
recorder with AC power.

Preparations

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1

Connect the DC cable of the AC adapter to the
[DC] terminal of the camera recorder.

0

Check that the power switch of the camera

recorder is set to “OFF(CHG)”.

0

Open the cover of the [DC] terminal and

connect as shown in the diagram.

2

Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of
the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to set to

“ON”.

Power will be supplied to the camera recorder.

Caution :

0

Do not insert or remove the DC cable during
recording.

0

Do not use power supply of high voltage
fluctuation, containing noise such as ripple, or
with insufficient capacity.

Power Status Display

Viewfinder Screen and LCD Monitor

The power status is displayed on the display and
menu screens.

Display Description

B 7.4V
B 100min
C 30%
E

G

Memo :

0

If the supplied battery (or equivalent battery sold
separately) is not used, the battery mark which
indicates the battery level may not appear.

Display Screen

(A P112 [Display Screen in Camera Mode] )
(A P116 [Display Screen in Media Mode] )

Currently powered by a battery.
When the battery power runs out,
the battery mark appears hollow,
and “RES” (yellow) is displayed.

Memo :

0

The display can be set using
[Battery] of [Display Settings]

in the [LCD/VF] menu.

(A P100 [ Battery ] )

Currently powered by an AC
adapter.

Charging the Built-In Battery

0

The date/time and time code data are stored
using the built-in rechargeable battery.

0

When power is connected to the camera
recorder, the built-in battery always gets
charged. When the power is disconnected, the
battery gradually discharges.

0

The battery will be totally discharged if left
unused for 3 months and the date/time and time
code data will be reset. When this happens, set
the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to “ON” to

display the [Initial Setting] screen, then set the
date/time.

(A P30 [Initial Settings] )

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Menu Screen

(A P87 [Display and Description of the Menu
Screen] )

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Warnings by Lamp and Warning Tone

MODE

POWER

ON

OFF

(CHG)

Warning status is indicated by tally lamp and
warning tone.

0

The tally lamp blinks.

0

The warning tone is output from the monitor
speaker or [x] terminal.

Memo :

0

If you continue to use the camera recorder while
the power warning is displayed, the camera
recorder will stop automatically when the battery
or supplied voltage from the AC adapter
becomes lower.

Caution :

0

The remaining battery power and time are
displayed as they are from the battery
information. Accurate data may not be displayed
depending on the battery condition. Replace the
battery as soon as possible when the remaining
battery power and time are low.

Turning On/Off the Power

Turning On the Power

1

Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of
the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to set to

“ON”.

The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode
and is ready for shooting.

Memo :

0

The camera recorder always start up in Camera
mode when the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)]

switch is set to “ON”. Use the [MODE] button at
the side of the camera recorder to switch mode.

(A P16 [Operation Modes] )

Turning Off the Power

Sets the camera recorder to the recording standby
or stop mode.

1

Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of
the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to set to

“OFF(CHG)”.

2

Remove the battery and the power to the [DC]
terminal (when not in use for a long time).

Auto Power Off function

When [Auto Power Off] in the [System] menu is set
to “On”, the power turns off automatically when the
camera recorder is not operated for 5 minutes or

longer while running on battery.

(A P104 [ Auto Power Off ] )

Memo :

0

When both the battery and AC adapter are
connected, power from the AC adapter
connection will be used. As such, the [Auto

Power Off] function will not have any effect.

Caution :

0

Do not set the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch
to “OFF(CHG)” during recording. Check that the
operation mode display is “STBY” or “STOP”
before you turn off the power.

0

If you have mistakenly set the [POWER ON/
OFF(CHG)] switch to “OFF(CHG)” during
recording, wait for 5 seconds or more before you

turn on the power again.

0

When turning off the power, first set the
[POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch of the camera

recorder to “OFF(CHG)”. Do not remove the
battery or turn off the AC power while the

[POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch is set to “ON”.

Preparations

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Initial Settings

MODE

POWER

ON

OFF

(CHG)

AE LEVEL

MENU/THUMB

CANCEL

MENU/THUMB

CANCEL

When the power is first turned on, the Initial Setting
screen for performing the initial settings in the
camera recorder appears.
Set the date/time of the built-in clock in the [Initial

Setting] screen.
All operations are disabled until initial settings are

complete.

Preparations

2

Ensure that the lens cover is closed, and press
the Set button (R).

0

Self-diagnosis starts.

0

A progress bar appears, and “Complete
Diagnosis” appears when the diagnosis is
complete.

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Memo :

0

It is recommended to use the AC adapter as the
power supply.

0

Be sure to close the lens cover.

1

Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of
the [POWER ON/OFF(CHG)] switch to set to

“ON”.

The Initial Setting screen appears.

.

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Memo :

0

It takes about 6 minutes to complete the
diagnosis. During the diagnosis, do not operate
or turn off the camera recorder.

3

Press the Set button (R) after confirming the exit
screen.
The [Initial Setting] screen appears.

0

For GY-HM600U

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0

For GY-HM600E

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