HD MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
GY-HM750U
GY-HM750CHU
GY-HM750E
GY-HM750CHE
* The illustration shows the GY-HM750E with the supplied viewfinder, microphone and lens attached.
* GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750CHE does not come with a lens.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. GY-HM750U/GY-HM750CHU
Serial No.
Please read the following before getting started:
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read the instructions
carefully to ensure the best possible performance.
In this manual, each model number is described without the last letter
(U/E) which means the shipping destination. (U: for USA and Canada,
E: for Europe)
Only “U”models (GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750U) have been evaluated by
UL.
LST1190-001A
Introduction
FOR USA
These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read all of theseinstructions.
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Save theseinstructions for later use.
2.
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.
3.
Unplug thisappliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
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cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they maycausehazards.
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Do not use thisappliance nearwater - for example, near abathtub,washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,ina wet
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basement, or near aswimming pool, etc.
Do not place thisappliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance mayfall,
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causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manu
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces maycause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
Slotsand openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of
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the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openingsshould
never be blocked byplacing the appliance on abed, sofa,rug, or other similar surface.
Thisappliance should never beplaced near or over a radiator or heat regi
Thisappliance should not beplaced in abuilt-in installation such asabookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
Thisappliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If youare not sure
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of the type of power supplied to your home, consult yourdealer or local power company. For appliance designed to
operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods
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of time, unplug it form the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate thisappliance where the cord will be abused by persons
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walking on it.
Follow all warningsand instructions marked on the appliance.
12.
Do not overloadwall outletsand extension cordsasthis canresult in fire or electric shock.
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Never pushobjects of any kind into thisappliance through cabinet slotsasthey maytouch dangerous voltage points or
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short outparts thatcould result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.
Do not attempt to service thisappliance yourself as opening or removing covers may exposeyou to dangerous voltage
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or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug thisappliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
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a. When the power cord or plugis damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d.
If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjus
are covered by the operating instructionsasimproper adjustment of other controls mayresult in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified techniciantorestore the appliance to normal operation.
e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.
When the appliance exhibitsadistinct change in performance - this indicatesaneed for service.
When replacement partsare required, be sure the service technicianhas used replacement partsspecified by the
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manufacturer thathave the same characteristicsasthe originalpart. Unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to thisappliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks
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to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
facturer's instructions, and should use a
ster.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
S3125A
t only those controls that
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Safety Precautions
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 PARTSINSIDE.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.
POUR CANADA
ATTENTION
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
ATT ENTION:
POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE
D’ ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR LE
BOITER. AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N’E ST A
REGLER PAR L’UTILISATEUR. SE REFERER A
UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME.
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 tria
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
ngle
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Class A est conforme à
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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INFORMATION:
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 instruction manual, 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.
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 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.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
This unit should be used with 12V DC only. To prevent electric
shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source.
AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU
D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL
A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.
ATTENTION:
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant
direct en 12V.
Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’electrocution, ne
pas utillser d’autres sources d’alimentation électrique.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the unit.
REMARQUE:
La plaque signalétique (plaque du numéro desérie) est
située sur le cadre inférieur de l’unité.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
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.
III
Introduction
Safety Precautions
(continued)
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:
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Controlled EMC environment (for example, purpose-built
broad-casting or recording studio), and rural outdoors
environments.
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for
electromagnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables
not exceeding the following lengths:
Port Cable Length
[DC INPUT] Exclusive Cable 5 m
[Y/VIDEO], [P
[AUDIO INPUT 1/2] Shielded Cable 3 m
[AUDIO OUTPUT] Shielded Cable 10 m
[PHONES] Exclusive Cable 3 m
[IEEE1394] Exclusive Cable 3 m
[HD/SD-SDI] Coaxial Cable 10 m
[REMOTE] Exclusive Cable 5 m
[LENS] Unshielded Cable 0.1m
[VF] Special Cable 0.3m
[USB] Shielded Cable 3 m
Caution:
Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or
magnetism, for example near a radio or TV transmitter,
transformer, motor, etc., the picture and the sound may
bedisturbed. In such case, please keep the apparatus
away from the sources of the disturbance.
B], [PR] Coaxial Cable 10 m
Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European
directives and standards regarding electromagnetic
compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company of Japan,
Limited 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 Victor Company of
Japan, Limited ist:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Deutschland
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
[European Union]
Attention:
Thissymbol is only valid in the European
Union.
Thissymbol indicates that the electrical and electronic
equipment should not bedisposed as generalhousehold
waste atits end-of-life. Instead, the product should be
handed over to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper
treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your
national legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to
conserve naturalresourcesand will help prevent potential
negative effects on the environment and humanhealth
which could otherwise becaused byinappropriate waste
handling of this product. For more information about
collection point and recycling of this product, please contact
your localmunicipal office, yourhousehold 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.
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(Business users)
If you wishtodisposeofthis product, pleasevisit ourweb
page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain information about the
take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wishtodisposeofthis produ
accordance with applicable national legislation or other
rules in yourcountry for the treatment of old electrical and
electronic equipment.
ct, pleasedosoin
FOR USE IN CHINA ONLY
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Introduction
Contents
Introduction
Precautions for Proper Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Names of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Side Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Side Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
SD Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Zoom Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Basic System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . 18
Status Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . .19
Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only) . . . . . . . . . .20
Menu Setting Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Alarm Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Zebra Pattern Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Preparations
Attaching Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Zoom Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Microphone (Supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Viewfinder (Supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using AC Power (DC IN Power) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Turning On/Off the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Setting the Clock (Initial Setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adjusting the Monitor Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adjusting Back Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Tally Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
SDHC Cards to Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Formatting (Initializing) SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Restoring the SDHC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Clips Recorded to SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Shooting
Basic Shooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Focus Assist Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Selecting System Definition, File Format and
Video Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of SD Videos . . . . . . . . . . .39
Adjusting the Iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Setting Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Setting the Electronic Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Adjusting the White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Adjusting the White Shading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Setting the ND Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Adjusting Audio Input Settings and Recording Level . . . . .46
Setting Audio Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Adjusting Audio Recording Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Audio Monitor During Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Time Code and User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Displaying Time Code and User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Time Code Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Time Code Generator Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Presetting the User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Setting Time Code Without Opening the Menu . . . . . .51
Setting User’s Bit Without Opening the Menu . . . . . . .52
Recording Time Code in Continuation of the
Recorded Time Code on SDHC Card . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Setting Zebra Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Setting Spot Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Protecting Important Scenes (OK Mark Function) . . . . . . .55
Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review) . . . .56
Assigning Functions to User Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Dual Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Special Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Pre Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Clip Continuous Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Variable Frame Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Playback
Playing Back Recorded Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Thumbnail Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Playing Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Thumbnail Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Deleting Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Appending and Deleting OK Marks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
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Menu Display and Detailed Settings
Camera Features
Basic Operations in Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Display and Description of the Menu Screen . . . . . . . .70
Text Input with Software Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Main Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Record Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Record Format Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Rec Mode Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Clip Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Audio Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Camera Function Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Switch Set Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
FULL AUTO Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Camera Process Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Detail/Adjust... Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
White Balance Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Shading Mode/Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Color Matrix/Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
TC/UB Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
LCD/VF Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Shooting Assist Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Marker Setting Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Status Display Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
A/V Out Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Others Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Media Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Setup File Manage Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items
(Favorites Menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Adding Menu Items to Favorites Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Editing Favorites Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Status Screen
Status Screen in Camera Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Status Screen in SD Card Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Status Screen in IEEE1394 Input Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Marker and Safety Zone Displays
(Camera Mode Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Smoothening the Skin Color (Skin Detail Function) . . . . .112
Color Bar Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Color Matrix Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Reproduction of Dark Areas (Black Stretch/Compress
Function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Configuring Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Saving Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Loading a Setup File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Resetting Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Connecting External Devices
Connecting an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
IEEE1394 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Backup Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Managing/Editing Clips on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Remote Control Unit Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
List of Remote Control Unit Functions . . . . . . . . . . . .126
Others
Error Displays and Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Tally Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Alarm Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
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3
Introduction
Main Features
This camera recorder enables recording of HD/SD format
images to an SDHC card, and also playback of these
images.
New [Dual Rec] feature
This recorder is equipped with two SD card slots as well as a
new [Dual Rec] feature that enables simultaneous recording
to both SDHC cards.
Backup recording is also supported on the camera unit.
* When [Slot Mode] is set to ADualB ( A Page 57, 76)
Long-duration recording using dual media
slots
By loading two memory cards to the recorder, you can
perform continuous recording or long-duration recording by
recording to the two cards in sequence.
* When [Slot Mode] is set to ASeriesB (A Page 76)
SD (Standard Definition) Recording
Supports DV compression of SD images and recording in the
QuickTime or AVI file format.
The use of a wide array of non-linear editing software is also
supported, which helps to ease production of SD videos,
such as DVDs.
Recording in QuickTime File Format
Recording can be made in QuickTime file format of Final Cut
Pro, a video editing software from Apple Inc.
You can edit the recorded clips directly with Final Cut Pro.
Wide Variety of Recording Formats
This camera recorder supports various HD formats (1080i,
1080p, 720p) as well as SD (DV) formats (480i : U model,
576i : E model), enabling it to be used under various
environments. It also supports 1440x1080 and 1920x1080
full resolution in the 1080 format.
Adoption of MPEG-2 Long GOP for Easy
Editing
Shortens editing and output time by adopting MPEG-2
codec, which puts less stress on the editing computer.
High Resolution via Triplex Offset
2.5k x 1.4k pixels are generated with the Triplex Offset, and a
high resolution of more than 900 horizontal lines and 1000
diagonal lines is achieved using the proprietary front
processing.
Spot Meter Function
The brightest and darkest positions on the screen are
automatically detected and displayed together with the
dynamic range. As this is a pre-gamma value, it allows you to
understand the lighting ratio and prevents overexposure or
underexposure in shooting scenes where lighting is
controlled.
High Resolution Viewfinder
With a high resolution of 852 x 480 in 0.425 inches, the
viewfinder is now more robust and enables more accurate
focusing.
High Resolution LCD Monitor
Equipped with a 4.3 inch 800x480 large LCD monitor, both
shooting precision and viewing performance are improved.
Recording in MP4 File Format
This camera supports recording in the MP4 file format for
Windows NLE systems, which can be utilized in a wide range
of non-linear editing environments.
Recording on SDHC Memory Card
(Class 6/10)
The absence of mechanisms with the use of SDHC (Class 6/
10) as recording media brings about increased operation
reliability. In addition, the improved compatibility with
computers enables high-speed data transfer to NLE as well
as reduction of operating costs.
35 Mbps High Image Quality Mode
This camera recorder is equipped with a 35 Mbps high quality
mode, in addition to the HDV mode bit rate (19/25 Mbps).
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Intuitive User Interface
The sophisticated user interface allows more intuitive
operations. Thumbnail display is also available for you to
easily select a recorded clip for playback.
Compact Shoulder Style
By inheriting the compact shoulder style from the GY-HD100
series which is widely accepted in the industry, more stable
shooting can be done on this camera recorder while its
weight remains similar to that of a handheld camera
recorder.
Lens Interchangeability
Existing lenses can be used, thus saving on costs. You can
also select the most appropriate lens according to your
shooting requirements.
Professional Batteries Included
Batteries such as Anton Bauer and IDX batteries that are
used in the broadcast industry can be used with this camera
recorder.
Precautions for Proper Use
Support for Wide Variety of Output
Supports industrial output such as HD-SDI output and
IEEE1394 output.
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.
Storage and Usage Locations
䡵 Allowable ambient temperature and humidity
Be sure to use this unit within the allowable temperature
range of 0 f to 40 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 CCD elements as small white spots
may be generated. Please exercise care during use.
䡵 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.
䡵 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.
䡵 Avoid using or placing this unit in the following places.
● Places subject to extreme heat or cold
● Places with excessive dirt or dust
● Places with high humidity or moisture
● Places subject to smoke or vapor such as near a
cooking stove
● Places subject to strong vibrations or unstable surfaces
● In a parked car under direct sunlight or near a heater for
long hours.
䡵 Do not place this unit at places that are subject to
radiation or X-rays, or where corrosive gases occur.
䡵 Protect this unit from being splashed with water.
(Especially when shooting in the rain)
䡵 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.
䡵 Protect this unit against penetration of dust when using it
in a place subject to sandy dust.
Transportation
Do not drop or hit this unit against a hard object when
transporting.
Power Saving
䡵 When this unit is not in use, be sure to set the [POWER]
switch to AOFFB in order to reduce power consumption.
5
Introduction
Precautions for Proper Use
(continued)
Maintenance
䡵 Turn off the power before performing any maintenance.
䡵 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.
Batteries
䡵 The following batteries can be used on this unit.
GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750U :Dionic90 (Anton Bauer)
GY-HM750CHE/GY-HM750E :Endura-HL9 (IDX)
* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and
the UL Listing mark is not applicable.
䡵 Make use of the recommended batteries. Heavy batteries
may fall off if not used correctly.
Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
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 [Others] menu
B [System Information] B [Fan Hour]. (A Page 95)
If the fan is used for more than 9000 hours without
replacement, AFAN MAINTENANCE REQUIREDB will be
displayed every time you turn on the power.
SDHC Cards
Use an SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) with Class 6 or higher
performance.
* Using cards other than those from Panasonic, TOSHIBA or
SanDisk may result in recording failure or data loss.
Handling of SDHC Cards
䡵 The access lamp lights up in red when data on the SDHC
card is being accessed. Do not remove the SDHC card
during data access (such as recording, playback, or
formatting). Do not turn off the power or remove the battery
and AC adapter during access either.
䡵 Do not use or store the SDHC card in a place that is
subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
䡵 Do not place the SDHC card near locations that are
exposed to strong magnetic fields or radio waves.
䡵 Inserting the SDHC card incorrectly may result in damage
of this unit or the SDHC card.
䡵 We are not liable for any accidental loss of data stored on
the SDHC card. Please back up any important data.
䡵 Make use of the SDHC 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.
䡵 Do not bend or drop the SDHC card, or subject it to strong
impact or vibration.
䡵 When formatting or erasing data using the camera
recorder, only the file administration information is changed.
The data is not completely erased from the SDHC card. If
you want to completely erase all of the data, we recommend
either using commercially available software that is specially
designed for that purpose, or by physically destroying the
SDHC card with a hammer, etc.
䡵 Do not dismantle or modify the SDHC card.
䡵 Do not touch the terminals with your hands or with a metal
object.
䡵 Do not allow dust, dirt, water, or foreign objects to adhere
to the terminals.
䡵 Do not remove the labels or stick other labels or stickers
on the SDHC cards.
䡵 Do not use pencils or ballpoint pens to write on the SDHC
cards. Always use oil-based pens.
䡵 If you format (initialize) the SDHC card, all data recorded
on the card, including video data and setup files, will be
deleted.
䡵 You are recommended to use cards that are formatted
(initialized) on this camera recorder.
● The SDHC card may be damaged if the camera recorder
is not operated correctly. Formatting (Initializing) the
SDHC card may allow it to operate correctly.
● SDHC cards that have been formatted (initialized) on
other cameras, computers or peripheral equipment may
not operate correctly. In this case, format (initialize) the
SDHC card on this camera recorder.
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Others
䡵 Do not insert objects other than the memory card into the
card slot.
䡵 Do not block the vent on the unit.
Blocking of the vent causes internal heating and may lead to
burns and fires.
䡵 Do not turn off the [POWER] switch or remove the power
cable during recording or playback.
䡵 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.
䡵 When the video signal output terminals are not in use, put
on the covers to prevent damage to the terminals.
䡵 Do not drop this unit or subject it to strong impact or
vibration as it is a precision equipment.
䡵 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.
LCD Monitor and Viewfinder
䡵 The LCD monitor and viewfinder screens are
manufactured using high-precision technology. Black spots
may appear on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screens, or
red, blue, and/or white spots may not disappear. However,
this is not a malfunction and these spots are not recorded on
the SDHC card.
䡵 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 SDHC
card. They will not appear after you turn the power off and
then on again.
䡵 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 SDHC card.
䡵 Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to
strong impact. Doing so may damage or break the screens.
䡵 Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching
between the live video and playback images.
䡵 Due to the characteristic of the viewfinder display device,
colors may appear on the images when you blink your eyes.
This is not a malfunction. It does not affect the recorded
images, SDI output, or component output.
Characteristic CCD Phenomena
䡵 Smear and blooming
Due to the physical structure of CCDs, vertical streaking
(called “smear”) may occur when shooting an extremely
bright light source or expansion of light (called “blooming”)
may appear around it. Although the CCD employed in this
unit produces very little smear or blooming, these
phenomena may still occur when shooting a bright light
source.
Smear
Vertical pale streaking appearing at
high luminous object
High luminous object (such as light
bulbs, sun)
Blooming
Monitor Screen
䡵 Moire or aliasing
Stripes, lines or other fine patterns may appear jagged when
they are shot.
䡵 White dots
High temperatures can cause CCD sensor pixels to produce
white dots in the image. This is especially prominent when
boosting the sensitivity.
This is a characteristic of the charged-coupled device (CCD).
As far as possible, use this unit under conditions where the
temperature of this unit does not increase.
Blurring in highlight
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.
7
Introduction
Operation Mode
This camera recorder has three operation modes - Camera mode, Media mode, and USB mode.
The operation mode indicator on the left side of the camera recorder lights up according to the mode.
Camera Mode
Camera Mode
[CAM/MEDIA]
Selection
Button
Connection disabled on PC
[CAM/MEDIA] Selection Button
[CAM/MEDIA] Selection Button
Playback Button
Thumbnail Display
USB Connection (When the confirmation to change to USB mode
appears and [Change] is selected)
USB Mode
(USB Mass Storage Class)
Media Mode
SD Card Mode
Stop Button
IEEE1394
Mode
Playback
(Playback/Pause/Fast Forward/Rewind/
Clip Jump)
[CAM/MEDIA] Button
Operation Mode Indicator
Stop Button
Playback Button
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Operation
Operation Mode
Camera
Mode
Camera
Mode
Mode
Indicator
Blue This is the camera shooting mode. The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode when
the power is turned on.
Memo :
● Images recorded on the SDHC card cannot be played back in this mode. However, you
can check (play back) the most recently recorded image using the Clip Review function.
(A Page 56)
Description
Purple When [Rec Mode] is set to AVariable FrameB, the operation mode indicator lights up in
purple during Variable Frame REC in Camera mode. (A Page 60)
Media
Mode
SD Card
Mode
IEEE1394
Mode
Green This mode allows you to play back or delete clips recorded on the SDHC card.
Press the [CAM/MEDIA] selection button to enter SD Card mode when you are not
shooting in Camera mode. Once the camera recorder is in SD Card mode, thumbnails of
the selected media slot are displayed.
Orange This is the input mode for video images from the IEEE1394-connected equipment.
The camera recorder enters IEEE1394 mode when you press the [CAM/MEDIA] selection
button while the power of the equipment connected to the [IEEE1394] terminal is turned on
during thumbnail display in Media mode (SD Card mode). (Only for HD video systems)
When an SD video system is in use, availability of the [IEEE1394] terminal connection
cannot be detected in Media mode (SD Card mode). Allow the camera recorder to detect
the [IEEE1394] terminal connection in advance by turning on the power of the connected
equipment in Camera mode.
Once the camera recorder is in IEEE1394 mode, the playback images of the connected
equipment are displayed.
However, if the IEEE1394 connection is not recognized (such as when the power of the
IEEE1394-connected equipment is not turned on), the camera recorder will switch to
Camera mode instead.
Press the [CAM/MEDIA] selection button during IEEE1394 mode to switch to Camera mode.
If the power of the equipment connected to the [IEEE1394] terminal is OFF or if connection
is canceled in IEEE1394 mode, the camera recorder will not automatically switch to other
modes. To quit IEEE1394 mode, you must operate the [CAM/MEDIA] selection button.
Note :
● This mode is used for viewing images input to the [IEEE1394] terminal from an external
device, and not intended for recording input images on the camera recorder.
USB Mode Orange This mode allows you to connect to a PC and transfer the files on an SDHC card to the PC.
When the camera recorder is connected to a USB cable, the message AChange to USB
ModeB appears. Select [Change] and press the Set button to switch to USB mode.
(A Page 124)
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 Page 124)
Memo :
● When a USB cable is connected, the message appears after recording stops.
● If playback is in progress, the message appears once the files are closed automatically,
such as when playback stops.
9
Introduction
Names of Parts
A
B
LN M K
Zoom Lens (A Page 16)
Viewfinder (A Page 13)
DC E
Side Control Panel (A Page 12)
J
F GHI
LCD Monitor (A Page 13)
A Front Tally Lamp ( A Page 30, 93)
B Viewfinder Cable Clamp (A Page 22)
C [ZEBRA ON/OFF] Zebra ON/OFF Switch (A Page 20)
[SKIN AREA/SPOT METER] Skin Area/Spot Meter Switch
(A Page 80)
D [AWB] Auto White Balance Button (A Page 42)
● Setting the [WHT.BAL.] selection switch (A Page 12) I
on the control panel on the right side of the camera
recorder to AAB or ABB starts up the Auto White function.
● If the [WHT.BAL.] selection switch (A Page 12) I is set
to APRESETB, you can switch the color temperature of the
preset white balance.
E Lens Lock Lever (A Page 21)
F [MONITOR SELECT] Audio Monitor Selection Switch
(A Page 46)
G [DISPLAY] Display Button (A Page 30)
H [CAM/MEDIA] Camera/Media Mode Selection Button
(A Page 8)
I [FULL AUTO] Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Switch
(A Page 81)
J Monitor Speaker (Cheek Pad) (A Page 27)
K Shoe
For mounting separately sold lights and accessories.
L Microphone Holder Lock Knob (A Page 21)
M Microphone Holder (A Page 21)
N Microphone (A Page 21)
10
P
a
W
Z
W
XY
O
Battery Adapter
(A Page 22)
SDHC Slot
(A Page 15)
Side Terminal (A Page 14)
O Back Tally Lamp ( A Page 30, 93)
P [PHONES] Earphone Connector (Φ3.5) (A Page 47)
Q [LENS] Lens Connector (12-pin Connector)
(A Page 21)
R [INPUT1/INPUT2] Audio Input Terminal 1, 2
(XLR 3-pin ⳯ 2) (A Page 46)
S Microphone Cable Clamp (A Page 21)
T [CH-2 INPUT] CH-2 Audio Input Terminal Selection
Switch
Select the audio input terminal to record to CH-2. (APage 46)
Memo :
● Audio from [INPUT1] terminal is input to CH-1 regardless
of the setting.
U [AUDIO INPUT 1/2] Audio Input Signal Selection
Switch (A Page 46)
V
Q
X [FOCUS ASSIST] Focus Assist Button (A Page 37)
Y Record Button Lock Switch
Set the switch toward the lens to lock the [REC] trigger
button Z.
Memo :
● The [REC] trigger button (A Page 12) K at the side
Z [REC] Rec Trigger Button (Recording Start/Stop)
Starts/stops recording.
Memo :
● The [REC] trigger button (A Page 12) K at the side
a Handle
S
R
control panel on the right of the camera recorder is not
locked.
control panel on the right of the camera recorder is
interlocked with this button.
UT
V Viewfinder Connector (20-pin) (A Page 22)
W Accessory Mounting Screw Hole (x2)
11
Introduction
I
Names of Parts (continued)
Side Control Panel
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
A
[VF BRIGHT] Viewfinder Luminance Adjustment Knob
(
A
Page 29)
B
[VF PEAKING] Contour Adjustment Knob (APage 29)
Memo :
●
This knob does not function when Focus Assist is activated.
(APage 37)
C
[FOCUS ASSIST] Focus Assist Button
Press this button during shooting to display the focus area in
either blue, red, or green. This enables easy and accurate
focusing. (A Page 37)
D [USER1], [USER2], [USER3] User Buttons
(A Page 79)
Use these buttons to switch shooting conditions according to
the object. The functions change as below according to the
operation mode (A Page 8).
During Camera mode During Media mode
[USER1]
Button
[USER2]
Button
[USER3]
Button
●
Activates the function assigned
to [USER1] in the menu.
●
Loads the [TC Preset] screen
when pressed together with the
[MENU] button. (
Activates the function assigned
●
to [USER2] in the menu.
●
Resets settings on the [TC
Preset]/[UB Preset] screen when
pressed. (
●
Activates the function assigned
to [USER3] in the menu.
A
A
Page 51, 52)
Page 51)
P
O
N
M
L
K
Adds/deletes OK
mark.
(A Page 68)
Deletes Clips
(A Page 66)
^
Memo :
● Set the functions of the [USER1,USER2,USER3] buttons
in the menu. (A Page 79)
● When the menu screen is displayed, these buttons
function as the menu operation buttons.
( A Page 70 [Operation Buttons])
E [MENU] Menu Button (A Page 70)
F [ND FILTER] ND Filter Switch (A Page 45)
G [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 Page 18 [Status Screen])
● Switches between [Main Menu] and [Favorites Menu]
when the [STATUS] button is pressed while the menu
screen is displayed. (A Page 70)
H [GAIN] Sensitivity Selection Switch (A Page 40)
I
[WHT.BAL.] White Balance Selection Switch (APage 42)
You can select one of the three white balance types.
J
[POWER] Power ON/OFF Switch
Turns ON/OFF the power.
When the power is OFF, APOFFB appears on the LCD
monitor and viewfinder.
Wait for 5 seconds or more to turn on the power again.
K
[REC] Rec Trigger Button (Recording Start/Stop)
Starts/stops recording.
The [REC] trigger button (A Page 11) Z on top and the
[REC] trigger button (A Page 16) of the lens are interlocked
with this button.
Memo :
● When [1394 Rec Trigger] in the [Others] menu is set to
ASplitB, this button becomes the recording start/stop
button of the external equipment. (A Page 94)
( A Page 122 [Backup Recording])
L [AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2]/[AUTO] CH-1/CH-2
Recording Level Adjustment Knob/Auto Indicator
(A Page 46)
M [CANCEL] Cancel Button
Cancels various settings and stops playback.
N Cross-Shaped Button (JKH I)/Set Button (R)
The function changes according to the operation status of
the camera recorder.
䡵 During menu operation (all modes) (A Page 70)
Center Set button (
Cross-Shaped Button (
䡵 During Camera mode
Shutter operation:
Center Set button (
Cross-Shaped Button (JK) : Switches shutter speed
AE level operation : Cross-shaped button (
R) : Confirms menu items and
setting values
JK) : Selects menu items and
setting values
R) : Shutter ON/OFF
when shutter is ON
H I)
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Memo :
A
C
B
● When [Camera Function] menu B [Switch Set] B [AE
LEVEL] is set to AAE LEVEL/VFRB, the cross-shaped
button (H I) is used to set the number of frames during
Variable Frame Rec.
( A Page 60 [Variable Frame Rec])
( A Page 80 [AE LEVEL])
䡵 During Media mode (SD Card mode) (A Page 61)
Thumbnail operation : Cross-shaped button (JKH I),
center Set button (
R)
O Operation Mode Indicator
Lights up as below according to the operation mode.
A
Page 8)
(
Operation Mode Color
Camera Mode Blue/Purple
Media Mode (SD Card Mode) Green
Media Mode (IEEE1394 Mode) Orange
USB Mode Orange
Memo :
● You can select whether to light up the indicator using
[Mode LED] in the [Others] menu. (A Page 94)
P [MONITOR] Audio Monitor Level Adjustment Knob
For adjusting the volume of the monitor speaker and
earphones.
LCD Monitor
A
When the LCD monitor is open
B
C
D
E
F
A LCD Monitor (A Page 28)
B [LCD PEAKING +/-] LCD Contour Adjustment Button
(A Page 28)
G
Viewfinder
(A Page 29)
ED
A Viewfinder Slide Lock Ring
For loosening the ring and adjusting the position of the
viewfinder D to the left or right.
B Eyepiece Focus Ring
For adjusting the visibility.
C Viewfinder Eyepiece Lock Ring
For loosening the ring and adjusting the eyepiece position of
the viewfinder to the front or back.
D Viewfinder
C [LCD BRIGHT +/-] LCD Display Brightness
Adjustment Button (A Page 28)
D [AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2] Audio Recording Mode
Switch (A Page 46)
E [TC DISPLAY] TC/UB Display Switch (A Page 48)
F
[TC GENE.] Time Code Generator Switch (APage 48)
G LCD Cover Lock Release Knob (A Page 28)
E Eyepiece
Prevents external light from entering the viewfinder screen
and cameraman’s vision.
13
Introduction
A
C
E
F
D
B
Names of Parts (continued)
H [INT/EXT] IEEE1394 Interface Terminal Switch
(A Page 122)
For selecting a valid IEEE1394 interface terminal.
[EXT]
[INT]
Enables IEEE1394 signals from the [IEEE1394]
:
terminal L.
Enables the accessory connector B at the rear
:
of the camera recorder. (A Page 15)
Side Terminal
G
H
A [HD/SD-SDI] HD/SD-SDI Output Terminal (BNC)
(A Page 120)
B [Y/VIDEO] Y/Composite Video Signal Output
Terminal (BNC) (A Page 120)
C [PB] PB Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC)
(A Page 120)
D [PR] PR Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC)
(A Page 120)
I
J
L
K
I Shoulder Pad Slide Button
For adjusting the shoulder pad position. Press this button to
adjust the shoulder pad J position to the front or back.
J Shoulder Pad
K [USB] USB Terminal (A Page 124)
L [IEEE1394] IEEE1394 Terminal (4-pin)
For connecting digital video equipment with IEEE1394
terminal using an IEEE1394 cable (sold separately).
To enable this terminal, set the [INT/EXT] IEEE1394 terminal
switch H to [EXT].
( A Page 122 [IEEE1394 Connection])
Note :
● When connecting IEEE1394 cables, check that the
connectors are facing the right direction before you insert.
Memo :
● Put on the covers when the connectors are not in use.
E [REMOTE] Remote Terminal (A Page 125)
F [DC INPUT] DC Input Terminal (A Page 22)
Input terminal for DC 12 V power supply. Connects with an
AC adapter.
G [AUDIO OUTPUT CH-1/CH-2] Audio Output Terminal
(RCA)
Output terminal for audio signals.
● Input audio signals are output during Camera mode.
● Playback audio signals are output during Media mode.
● Audio from input audio signals is output during HD/DV
signal (IEEE1394) input.
Memo :
● Alarm tone is not output.
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SD Slot
(A Page 31)
Rear
E
D
A
B
A Card Slot A Status Indicator
B [SLOT SELECT] Card Slot Selection Button
For switching SDHC cards.
C SDHC Card Cover
D Card Slot B Status Indicator
E [OPEN] SDHC Card Cover Open/Close Knob
A
A
C
B
C
A Shoulder Belt Mount (x2)
For mounting a shoulder belt (sold separately).
Note :
● Be sure to use a shoulder belt with the strength to
withstand the weight of this camera recorder.
● If the shoulder belt is not properly attached, the camera
recorder may fall and cause injuries.
● Check the instruction manual provided with the shoulder
belt before using.
B Accessory Connection Terminal
Terminal for connecting a KA-MR100G (Memory Recorder:
sold separately) or other units.
Memo :
● When using this terminal, make sure that the Battery
Adapter C is removed.
C Battery Adapter (A Page 22)
The shape is different for GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750U and
GY-HM750CHE/GY-HM750E.
* The above is the illustration for GY-HM750CHE/GY-
HM750E.
15
Introduction
Names of Parts (continued)
Zoom Lens
(Supplied with GY-HM750U/GY-HM750E only)
CANON KT14 x 4.4KRSJ
W
RET
R
E
C
D
GFE
K
A Focus Ring
B Zoom Lever/Ring
To operate zoom with this lever, turn the [ZOOM] switch M
and set it to AMANU.B.
C
Iris Ring
To operate auto iris, set the iris mode switch H to AAB.
D Lens Cable
E [REC] Record Trigger Button
Starts/stops recording.
F [RET] Return Video Button
Press this button to play back and check the latest clip,
according to the settings under [Clip Review] of [Switch Set]
in the [Camera Function] menu. (A Page 79)
( A Page 56 [Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip
Review)])
Memo :
● When [LENS RET] of [Switch Set...] in the [Camera
Function] menu is set to AFocus AssistB, this button
functions as the Focus Assist button. When it is set to
AReturnB, a return video is displayed. (A Page 79)
ABC
T
A M
IRIS
H
I
J
M
O
V
R
E
S
.
U
N
A
M
ZOOM
NL O
M
G Zoom Servo Control Lever
To operate zoom servo with the zoom servo control lever, set
the [ZOOM] switch M to ASERVOB.
● Zooms into wide angle and increases the angle of view
when AWB is pressed.
● Zooms into telephoto and decreases the angle of view
when ATB is pressed.
● Zoom speed increases when the lever is pressed hard.
H Iris Mode Switch
A
: Auto iris operation mode.
M
: Manual iris operation mode.
I Iris Momentary Button
Press and hold this button to change to auto iris mode when
the iris mode switch H is set at AMB.
J [I.G.] Iris Speed Adjustment Knob
If the speed is set too fast, opening/closing of the iris
becomes unstable and hunting may occur. Readjust the
speed in this case.
K Filter Built-In Screw
A transparent or UV filter for lens protection can be installed
inside the lens hood from the front. Filters for various effects
can also be used.
● Installable filter types
When installed on the hood : 82 mm P0.75
When installed on the lens body : 72 mm P0.75
L Zoom Servo Connector
For connecting a zoom servo unit (sold separately).
M [ZOOM] Zoom Switch
SERVO
MANU.
: Enables zooming with the zoom servo control
lever G.
: Enables zooming with the zoom lever/ring B.
N Back Focus Ring/Lock Screw
Exclusive ring for adjusting the back focus. After adjusting,
secure with a lock screw.
( A Page 28 [Adjusting Back Focus])
O [M] Macro Focus Ring (for close-ups)
Turn the ring in the direction of the arrow to take close-up
shots of small objects.
Normal focusing and zooming cannot be performed in macro
mode.
To take macro shots
● Set focus ring A to infinity (n).
● Set zoom ring B to the maximum wide angle.
● Rotate this ring in the direction of the arrow to adjust
focus on the object.
Note :
● As the back focus knob is located nearby, be careful not to
mistake the two knobs.
● Do not forget to restore the macro ring to its original
position after use. ( A Page 28 [Adjusting Back Focus])
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Basic System Diagram
Studio Viewfinder
Focus Manual Unit
HZ-FM13 (FUJINON)
HZ-FM15 (CANON)
1/3 Zoom Lens
Th13x3.5BRMU(FUJINON)
PL Mount
Film Lens
16 mm PL Mount
Film Lens adapter
HZ-CA13U
Zoom Servo Control
HZ-ZS13B
VF-HP790G
Shoulder Belt
Earphone
Microphone
1/3 Zoom Lens
KT14x4.4KRSJ (CANON)
(GY-HM750U/GY-HM750E only)
Standard Package
GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750U:Gold Mount
GY-HM750CHE/GY-HM750E:V Mount
Battery Adapter
SDI Cable
BNC
Component Cable
BNC
Composite Cable
BNC
Audio Cable
RCA pin
IEEE1394 Cable
4P-6P
For GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750U
Anton Bauer
Battery
(Dionic90)
Anton Bauer
Battery Charger
For GY-HM750CHE/GY-HM750E*
IDX Battery
(Endura)
IDX
Battery Charger
Monitor
Monitor
External Recording
Device
VTR
BR-HD50U/E*
Non-linear Editing
System
1/2 Zoom Lens
Mount Converter
(1/2 B 1/3):ACM-12
Tripod Base
KA-551U
XLR 4P
Carrying Case
Mount Converter
2/3 Zoom Lens
(2/3B1/3): ACM-17
Tr ip o d
SDHC Memory Card
SDHC Card Reader
* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and the UL Listing mark is not applicable.
AC Ad apt er
USB Cable
AC
Remote Control Unit
RM-LP25U/RM-LP55U/
RM-LP57U
Non-linear Editing
Memory Recorder
KA-MR100G
System
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Introduction
Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder
You can display the camera status, media information, zebra
pattern, and various markers in the video image on the LCD
monitor and viewfinder screens during shooting.
Besides camera and playback images, the following
characters are displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder.
䡵 Status screen (A Page 18)
䡵 Auto White display* (A Page 20)
䡵 Menu setting screen (A Page 20)
䡵 Alarm display (A Page 20)
䡵 Marker and safety zone indicators* (A Page 110)
䡵 Zebra pattern display (A Page 20)
* Displayed in Camera mode only
Memo :
● When [Analog Out Char.]/[SDI Out Char.] in the [A/V Out]
menu is set to AOnB, the status screen and menu screen
are also displayed in the video image of the video signal
output terminal. (A Page 92)
Viewfinder
LCD monitor display
The display switches between the 5 screen types with every
B
press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0
1 B 2 B 3 B 4 B 0)
Press the [DISPLAY] button to switch to the enlarged status
display screen. (A Page 19)
30/24 fps
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
S.DTL
B -3
STBY
STATUS 0 Screen
1280x720
30/24 fps
24p HQ
A
100min
100min
B
STBY
282min
STATUS 1 Screen
CAMERA INFORMATION
SETUP FILE SCENE
[ SCENE ]
ZEBRA1 50%~100%
ZEBRA2 70%~80%
AUDIO CH1 CH2
FORMAT QuickTime
MEDIA 125min
123min
STBY
282min
STATUS 2 Screen
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
A
B
Jan 2. 2009 01:23:45AM
A<3200K>
00:00:00:00
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
S.DTL
ND1/16 A<3200K>
B -3
[DISPLAY]
Button
[STATUS]
Button
LCD Monitor
Status Screen
This screen allows you to check the current settings.
To display the status screen, press the [STATUS] button in
the normal screen.
The status display differs according to the operation mode
(4 types). ( A Page 8 [Operation Mode])
䡵 Status Screen in Camera Mode
(A Page 100)
Viewfinder display
The display switches between the 5 screen types with every
press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0
B
1 B 2 B 3 B 4 B 0)
SWITCH ASSIGN
FAW NONE
GAIN [ L / M / H ] 0dB / 9dB / 12dB
USER 1 BARS
USER 2 B.STRETCH3
USER 3 LOAD FILE
RET CLIP REVIEW
SKIN/SPOT SPOT METER
AELEVEL AE LEVEL/VFR
STBY
282min
Jan 2. 2009 01:23:45AM
STATUS 3 Screen
30/24 fps
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
STBY
STATUS 4 Screen
Press [DISPLAY]
CH1
CH2
DF
FREE
STBY
A
100 min
B
min
Press [DISPLAY]
1280 x 720
24p HQ
282min
STATUS 1 Enlarged Display Screen (LCD monitor only)
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䡵 Status Screen (VF/LCD) During Clip
Playback in Media Mode (SD Card Mode)
(A Page 106)
The display switches between the 3 screen types with every
press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0 B 1 B 2 B 0)
䡵 Status Screen in USB Mode
This screen displays the USB mode.
STATUS 0 Screen
STATUS 1 Screen
STATUS 2 Screen
䡵 Status Screen in Media Mode (IEEE1394
Mode) (A Page 107)
The display switches between the 2 screen types with every
press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0 B 1 B 0)
Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor
You can enlarge and display only the characters of the status
screen on the LCD monitor. (Camera mode only)
CH1
CH2
DF
FREE
STBY
A
100 min
B
min
1280 x 720
24p HQ
282min
[DISPLAY] Button
1280x720
24p HQ
STATUS 0 Screen
282min
STATUS 1 Screen
1 Set [LCD + VF] in the [LCD/VF] menu to AOnB.
(A Page 88)
2 Press the [DISPLAY] button while the LCD screen is
displayed.
The display switches between the same display as the
viewfinder and the enlarged display with every press of the
button.
Memo :
● During enlarged display of the status on the LCD monitor
screen, the video image remains displayed on the
viewfinder.
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Introduction
Displays on the LCD Monitor
and Viewfinder (continued)
Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only)
Displays the operation and result when Auto White Balance is
activated.
( A Page 42 [Adjusting the White Balance])
Menu Setting Screen
For configuring various settings.
Press the [MENU] button to display the menu setting screen.
( A Page 70 [Basic Operations in Menu Screen])
Alarm Display
● Alarm is displayed during the status screen display in
Camera mode (STATUS 0, 1, 4) and Media mode. If the
alarm sounds during STATUS 2 or 3 screen display in
Camera mode, the display will return to STATUS 0 screen
and alarm will be displayed.
( A Page 128 [Error Displays and Actions])
30/24 fps
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
A
1min
1min
B
STBY
Alarm Display Area
RES
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
S.DTL
B -3
A<3200K>
Zebra Pattern Display
Two types of zebra patterns that indicate the luminance level
of the video image can be displayed on this camera recorder.
You can set the luminance levels for displaying the two types
of zebra patterns.
( A Page 53 [Setting Zebra Pattern])
[Main Menu] Screen
Zebra Pattern
Memo :
● Use the [ZEBRA ON/OFF] switch in front to turn ON/OFF
the zebra pattern display.
● Set the display pattern and luminance level in [LCD/VF]
menu B [Shooting Assist] B [Zebra]. (A Page 89)
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Preparations
Attaching Accessories
Attaching the Zoom Lens
(Supplied with GY-HM750U/GY-HM750E only)
Hole
3
1
2
Clamp
1 Loosen the mount ring.
2 Attach the zoom lens such that the pin matches the
hole of the mounting area.
Pin
RE
C
4
Knob
Microphone
Microphone Holder
Clamp
[INPUT1/INPUT2] Terminal
Attaching the Viewfinder (Supplied)
1 Slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow to
attach it.
2 Turn the slide lock ring to secure the position of the
viewfinder.
Slide Lock Ring
3 Tighten the mount ring.
4 Connect the cable connector.
5 Attach the lens cable to the clamp.
Memo :
●
Tighten the mount ring completely. If it is not fully tightened,
the lens may drop or the back focus may be out of alignment.
● When attaching or removing the zoom lens, set the
[POWER] switch of the camera recorder to AOFFB.
Attaching the Microphone (Supplied)
You can attach the supplied microphone to the microphone
holder.
The supplied microphone has a phantom power supply.
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.
2
1
Viewfinder
3 Attach the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder terminal.
4 Pin the viewfinder cable to the clamp.
Clamp
3
4 Connect the microphone cable to the [INPUT1] or
[INPUT2] terminal.
5 Pin the microphone cable to the clamp.
6 Make sure to perform the correct settings for the
phantom microphone (A Page 46).
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Preparations
Power Supply
To use this camera recorder, you can attach a battery pack or
connect an AC adapter to it.
( A Page 22 [Using a Battery Pack])
( A Page 22 [Using AC Power (DC IN Power)])
Note :
● Set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB before changing the
power supply that operates this camera recorder.
Using AC Power (DC IN Power)
Use an AC adapter (sold separately) to operate the camera
recorder with AC power.
1 Connect the DC cable of the AC adapter to the [DC
INPUT] terminal of the camera recorder.
Check that the power of the camera recorder and the AC
adapter is turned AOFFB and connect as shown in the
diagram.
䡵 Charging the Built-In Battery
The date/time and time code data are stored using the builtin rechargeable battery.
When power is connected to the camera recorder, the built-in
battery always gets charged. When the power is
disconnected, the battery gradually discharges.
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] switch to AONB to
display the [Initial Setting] screen, then set the date/time.
( A Page 26 [Setting the Clock (Initial Setting)])
Using a Battery Pack
Recommended Batteries
U model : Dionic90 (Anton Bauer)
E model : Endura-HL9 (IDX)
* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and
the UL Listing mark is not applicable.
Note :
● Make use of the recommended batteries. Heavy batteries
may fall off if not used correctly.
● See the battery instruction manual on how to charge the
battery.
[DC INPUT]
DC Cable
DC OUTPUT
AC Adapter
2 Set the [POWER] switch of the camera recorder to
AONB after turning on the AC adapter.
Power will be supplied to the camera recorder.
Note :
● Do not insert or remove the DC cable during recording.
●
Do not use power supply of high voltage fluctuation,
containing noise such as ripple, or with insufficient capacity.
Battery Operating Time
The following are the approximate times for continuous
operation on fully-charged batteries.
Battery
Dionic90 (U model) Approx. 3 h
Endura-HL9 (E model) Approx. 3 h
Memo :
● Actual operating times may differ depending on the age of
the battery, charging condition, and operating
environment.
● Operating time is shortened in cold environment.
● The operating time may shorten when power zoom is
used, accessories are connected, or when the LCD
monitor is frequently used.
Continuous Operating Time
(At 25 f)
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Precautions for the Battery Operation
● Do not remove the battery when the [POWER] switch is
AONB.
● Do not insert or remove the DC cable when the battery is
in use.
● Leaving the camera recorder unused with the battery
inside will deplete the battery power even if you set the
[POWER] switch to AOFFB. Remove the battery if you are
not using the camera recorder.
Attaching the Battery
(GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750U)
Use the Dionic90 (Anton Bauer) battery.
1 Align the battery guide pins (x3) with the battery,
adapter, and guide hole, and insert straight.
Guide Hole (x3)
Release Lever
Guide Pins
Attaching the Battery
(GY-HM750CHE/GY-HM750E)
Use the Endura-HL9 (IDX) battery.
1 Attach the battery
Face the terminal downward and attach the V mount of the
battery onto the V mount attachment bracket of the camera
recorder.
V Mount Attachment
Bracket
V Mount
2 Press down the battery until it snaps into place.
䡵 Detaching the Battery
Press down the release lever and slide the battery upward to
detach it from the camera recorder.
LCD Screen Side
Battery
Memo :
● If the guide pins are not inserted straight, the battery will
not be attached correctly.
2 Slide the battery toward the SDHC card cover side
panel until it snaps into place.
䡵 Detaching the Battery
Press down the release lever and slide the battery toward
you to detach it from the camera recorder.
Release Lever
Battery
Release Button
Battery
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Preparations
Using a Battery Pack
(continued)
Power Status Display
䡵 Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Screens
The power status is displayed on the status and menu
screens. If the battery or supplied voltage from the AC
adapter is low, a warning will be displayed in red.
Note :
● If the battery in use is not a recommended one, the battery
mark which indicates the battery level may not appear.
䡵 Status Screen
( A Page 100 [Status Screen in Camera Mode])
( A Page 106 [Status Screen in SD Card Mode])
( A Page 107 [Status Screen in IEEE1394 Input Mode])
1280x720
24p HQ
A
100min
100min
B
STBY
30/24 fps
RES
䡵 Enlarged status display on the LCD monitor
(A Page 108)
00:00:00:00
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
S.DTL
ND1/16 A<3200K>
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
B -3
䡵 Warnings by Lamps and Alarm Tones
●
Warning status is indicated by tally lamps and alarm tones.
● The front and back tally lamps of the camera recorder
blink.
● Alarm tone is output from the monitor speaker or
[PHONES] terminal.
Memo :
● 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.
● Alarm tone is not output during recording.
Note :
● The remaining battery power and time are displayed as
there are from the battery information. Accurate data may
not be displayed according to the battery condition.
Replace the battery as soon as possible when the
remaining battery power and time are low.
Precautions for Batteries
● 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.
● Operating time is shortened if the battery terminal is dirty.
● 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.
CH1
CH2
DF
FREE
STBY
A
B
min
100 min
1280 x 720
24p HQ
䡵 Menu screen (A Page 70)
RES
Charging
● 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.
● 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.
● If you charge the battery immediately after using while the
battery is still warm, it may not be fully charged.
It is recommended that you charge the battery in an
●
f
environment between 10
not be fully charged or the charging time may be prolonged
if charged under low temperatures (below 10
and 35 f. The battery may
f
).
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Turning On/Off the Power
Turning On the Power
1 Set the [POWER] switch to AONB.
The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode.
Memo :
● The camera recorder always start up in Camera mode
when the [POWER] switch is set to AONB.
● Press the [CAM/MEDIA] button to switch to a different
mode. The operation mode indicator changes as below.
See [Operation Mode] (A Page 8) for details of each
operation mode.
● During Camera mode :Lights up in blue/
purple
● During Media mode (SD Card mode) : Lights up in green
● Media Mode (IEEE1394 Input Mode) :Lights up in orange
● During USB mode : Lights up in orange
● During mode switching :Blinks in the color of
the new mode
䡵 Camera Mode
Camera images are output on the viewfinder and LCD
monitor. When a recordable SDHC card is inserted, the
camera recorder enters the recording standby mode.
ASTBYB appears on the operation mode display area of the
LCD monitor and viewfinder.
Press the [REC] trigger button to start recording.
Memo :
● Playback of SDHC card is not possible in Camera mode.
However, you can use the Clip Review function to check
the most recently recorded video clip. (A Page 56)
䡵 Media Mode (SD Card Mode)
This mode allows you to play back or delete clips recorded
on the SDHC card.
When a playable SDHC card is inserted, the thumbnail or
playback screen is output on the viewfinder and LCD
monitor.
䡵 Media Mode (IEEE1394 Input Mode)
This mode allows you to check IEEE1394 input signals.
When playable IEEE1394 signals are input, input images are
output on the viewfinder and LCD monitor. IEEE1394 input
signals cannot be recorded.
Memo :
● The camera recorder will switch to IEEE1394 Input mode
only when the IEEE1394-connected equipment is in
operation.
[CAM/MEDIA] Button
[MENU] Button
[REC] Button
[POWER] Switch
Cross-Shaped
Button
JKH I)
(
Set Button
R)
(
[CANCEL]
Button
Turning Off the Power
Set the camera recorder to the recording standby or stop
mode.
1 Set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB.
2 Remove the battery and the power to the [DC INPUT]
terminal (when not in use for a long time).
Note :
● Do not set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB during
recording. Check that the operation mode display is
ASTBYB or ASTOPB before you turn off the power.
● If you have mistakenly set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB
during recording, wait for 5 seconds or more before you
turn on the power again.
● When turning off the power, first set the [POWER] switch
of the camera recorder to AOFFB. Do not remove the
battery or turn off the AC power while the [POWER] switch
is set to AONB.
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Preparations
Setting the Clock (Initial Setting)
Set the date/time of the built-in clock in the [Initial Setting]
screen. The configured date/time data is saved in the built-in
rechargeable battery even if the power is turned off.
Setting the Clock in the [Initial Setting]
Screen
The [Initial Setting] screen appears when the power is turned
on for the first time and when the built-in battery is turned on
again after being fully discharged.
All operations are disabled until initial settings are complete.
[MENU] Button
Cross-Shaped
Button
JKH I)
(
Set Button
R)
(
2 Specify [Time Zone] and [Date/Time].
A Move the cursor with the cross-shaped button (H I) and
select the setting item.
B Change the values with the cross-shaped button (JK).
3 Press the Set button after setting is complete.
The clock is set to 0 seconds of the input date/time.
Memo :
●
The configured date/time data can be displayed on the LCD
monitor and viewfinder and be recorded to the SDHC card.
● The value of the year can be set in the range of A2000B to
A2099B.
Changing the Time after Initial Setting
䡵 Setting the date/time (A Page 94)
1 Select [Others] menu B [Date/Time].
The [Date/Time] setting screen appears.
[POWER] Switch
1 Set the [POWER] switch to AONB.
The [Initial Setting] screen appears.
䡵 For GY-HM750CHU/GY-HM750U
䡵 For GY-HM750CHE/GY-HM750E
2 Set the date and time.
A Move the cursor with the cross-shaped button (H I) and
select the setting item.
B Change the values with the cross-shaped button (JK).
3 Press the Set button (R) after setting is complete.
The clock is set to 0 seconds of the input date/time.
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