JVC LST0904-001B User Manual

HD MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER

INSTRUCTIONS

GY-HM700U GY-HM700CHU GY-HM700E GY-HM700CHE

* The illustration shows the GY-HM700E with the supplied viewfinder, microphone and lens attached. * GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700CHE does not come with a lens.

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. GY-HM700U/GY-HM700CHU Serial No.

Please read the following before getting started:

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

In this manual, each model number is described without the last letter (U/E) which means the shipping destination. (U: for USA and Canada, E: for Europe)

Only “U”models (GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700U) have been evaluated by UL.

LST0904-001B

Introduction

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

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Read all of theseinstructions.

Save theseinstructions for later use.

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.

Unplug thisappliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they maycausehazards.

Do not use thisappliance nearwater - for example, near abathtub,washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,ina wet

basement, or near aswimming pool, etc. Do not place thisappliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance mayfall,

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

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

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.

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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.

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

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PORTABLE CART WARNING (symbol provided by RETAC)

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t only those controls that

Safety Precautions

POUR CANADA

ATTENTION

RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE

PAS OUVRIR

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.

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 MODIFICAT IONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

NOTE:

The rating plate (serial number plate) is on this unit.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

ATT ENTION:

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.

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.

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.

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.

NOTE:

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

REMARQUE:

La plaque signalétique (plaq 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.

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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERAT ION 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 OPERAT ION.

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

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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] (HD/DV) 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 be disturbed. In such case, please keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.

B], [PR] Coaxial Cable 10 m

Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment [European Union]

Attention:

Thissymbol isonly 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 behanded over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with yournational legislation. By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve naturalresourcesand will help prevent potentialnegative 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 s where you purchased the product. for incorrect disposalofthis waste, in accordance with national legislation.

ervice or the shop

Penalties may be applicable

(Business users)

If you wishtodisposeofthis product, pleasevisit ourweb page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain information about the takeback of the product.

[Other Countries outside the European Union]

If you wishtodisposeofthis product, pleasedosoin accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules

in yourcountry for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.

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

Introduction

Contents

Introduction

Precautions for Proper Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Names of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Side Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Side Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

SD Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Zoom Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Basic System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . 16

Status Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . .17

Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only) . . . . . . . . . .18

Menu Setting Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Alarm Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Zebra Pattern Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Preparations

Attaching Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Attaching the Zoom Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Attaching the Microphone (Supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Attaching the Viewfinder (Supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Using AC Power (DC IN Power) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Using a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Turning On/Off the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Setting the Clock (Initial Setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Adjusting the Monitor Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adjusting Back Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Tally Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Formatting (Initializing) SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Restoring the SDHC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Estimated Recordable Time of SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . 33

Shooting

Basic Shooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Focus Assist Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Recording Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Selecting File and Video Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Adjusting the Iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Setting Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Setting the Electronic Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Adjusting the White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Adjusting the White Shading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Setting the ND Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Adjusting Audio Input Settings and Recording Level . . . . .44

Setting Audio Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Adjusting Audio Recording Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Audio Monitor During Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Setting Time Code and User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Displaying Time Code and User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Time Code Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Presetting the User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Setting Time Code Without Opening the Menu . . . . . .48

Setting User’s Bit Without Opening the Menu . . . . . . .49

Recording Time Code in Continuation of

the Recorded Time Code on SDHC card . . . . . . . . .49

Setting Zebra Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Setting Spot Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review) . . . .52

Assigning Functions to User Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Protecting Important Scenes (OK Mark Function) . . . . . . .54

Special Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Pre REC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Clip Continuous REC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Variable Frame REC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Playback

Playing Back Recorded Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Thumbnail Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Playing Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Thumbnail Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Deleting Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Appending and Deleting OK Marks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Menu Display and Detailed Settings

Camera Features

Basic Operations in Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Display and Description of the Menu Screen . . . . . . . .66

Text Input with Software Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Main Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Record Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Record Format Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Rec Mode Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Clip Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Audio Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Camera Function Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Switch Set Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

FULL AUTO Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Camera Process Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Detail/Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

White Balance Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Shading Mode/Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Color Matrix/Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

TC/UB Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

LCD/VF Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Shooting Assist Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Marker Setting Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Status Display Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

A/V Out Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Others Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Media Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Setup File Manage Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items

(Favorites Menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Adding Menu Items to [Favorites Menu] . . . . . . . . . . .90

Editing [Favorites Menu] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Marker and Safety Zone Displays

(Camera Mode Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Smoothening the Skin Color (Skin Detail Function) . . . . .106

Color Bar Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

Color Matrix Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Reproduction of Dark Areas

(Black Stretch/Compress Function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Configuring Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Saving Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Loading a Setup File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Resetting Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Connecting External Devices

Connecting an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

IEEE1394 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Backup Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Stream Transmission to a

Non-linear Editing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

Managing/Editing Clips on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Remote Control Unit Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

List of Remote Control Unit Functions . . . . . . . . . . . .120

Others

Error Displays and Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122

Tally Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Alarm Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Status Screen

Status Screen in Camera Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Status Screen in SD Card Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Status Screen in IEEE1394 Input Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .103

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Introduction

Main Features

This camera recorder enables recording of HD format images on an SDHC card, and also playback of these images.

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.

Recording on SDHC Memory Card (Class 6)

The absence of mechanisms with the use of SDHC (class 6) 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).

New Viewfinder

With a high resolution of 852x480 in 0.425 inches, the new 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.

Updated User Interface

The sophisticated user interface allows more intuitive operations. Thumbnail display is also available for you to select a recorded clip for easy 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 lens can be used, thus saving on costs. You can also select the most appropriate lens according to your shooting requirements.

Dual Media Slots

Continuous recording is possible by loading two SDHC cards into the dual media slots, thereby allowing a long recording time.

Wide Variety of Recording Formats

This camera recorder supports various HD formats (1080i, 1080p, 720p) and can 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 New [Triplex Offset]

2.5kx1.4k pixels are generated with the new Triplex Offset and a high resolution of more than 900 horizontal lines and

1000 diagonal lines is achieved using the proprietary front processing.

New [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.

Professional Batteries

Batteries such as Anton Bauer and IDX batteries that are used in the broadcast industry can be used in this camera recorder.

Support for Wide Variety of Output

Supports industrial output such as HD-SDI output and IEEE1394 output.

DV Transcode Output

In consideration of the usage in SD environment, IEEE1394 output can also be encoded in DV format.

Application Software Provided

The [JVC ProHD Clip Manager] application software is provided for you to copy recorded clips to Windows or Macintosh computers and for checking the video images.

(MP4 file format)

The CD-ROM provided with this camera recorder comes with [JVC ProHD Clip Manager] and other application software as well as the user guides.

* For details, refer to the user guides for each application

software.

Precautions for Proper Use

Power Saving

䡵 When this device is not in use, be sure to set the

[POWER] switch to AOFFB in order to reduce power consumption.

Storage and Usage Locations

䡵 Allowable ambient temperature and humidity Be sure to use this device within the allowable temperature

range of 0 I to 40 I and a relative humidity of 30 % to 80 %. Using this device at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction but also serious impact on the CCD elements as small white spots may be generated.

䡵 Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the colors

may be incorrect if the camera is used near a radio or 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 the camera When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner is

used near the camera during recording, the tuner could pick up noise.

䡵 Avoid using or placing this device 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 device at places that are subject to

radiation or X-rays, or where corrosive gases occur.

䡵 Protect this device from being splashed with water.

(Especially when shooting in the rain)

䡵 Protect this device from getting wet when shooting on a

beach. In addition, salt and sand may adhere to the camera body. Be sure to clean the camera after use.

䡵 Protect this device against penetration of dust when using

it in a place subject to sandy dust.

Transportation

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

Maintenance

䡵 Turn off the power before performing any maintenance.

䡵 Wipe the external cabinet of the device 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 device. GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700U

: Dionic90 (Anton Bauer)

GY-HM700CHE/GY-HM700E

: Endura-7 (IDX)

* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and

will not employ the UL Listing mark.

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 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 at [Others] B[System Information]B[Fan Hour]. (A Page 88) 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.

Others

䡵 Do not insert objects other than the memory card into the

card slot.

䡵 Do not block the vent on the device. 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 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 device 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.

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.

Introduction

Precautions for Proper Use (continued)

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 this device 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 device 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 the SDHC card in 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 pasted 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.

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 device 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 device 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 device 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 device under conditions where the temperature of this device does not increase.

Blurring in highlight

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.

Operation Mode

This camera recorder has three operation modes - Camera mode, Media mode, and USB mode. The operation mode indicator on the left side of the camera recorder lights up according to the mode.

Camera Mode

[CAM/MEDIA] Selection Button

Connection disabled on PC

Operation Mode

Camera Mode Blue

Operation

Mode

Indicator

Media Mode

[CAM/MEDIA] Selection Button

Thumbnail

Display

(USB mass storage class)

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

Playback Button

Stop Button

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

USB Mode

SD Card Mode

(Playback/Pause/Fast Forward/ Rewind/Clip Jump)

IEEE1394

Mode

Playback

[CAM/MEDIA] Button

Operation Mode Indicator

Stop Button

Playback Button

Description

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 52)

Purple When [Rec Mode] is set to AVariable FrameB, the operation mode indicator lights up in purple during Variable

Media

SD Card

Mode

IEEE1394 Mode

USB Mode Orange This mode allows you to connect to a PC and transfer the files on an SDHC card to the PC.

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

Orange This is the input mode for video images from the IEEE1394-connected equipment.

Frame REC in Camera mode. (A Page 56)

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.

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). 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.

When the camera recorder is connected to a USB cable, the message AChange to USB ModeB appears. Select [Change] and press the Set button (R) to switch to USB mode. (A Page 118) 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 118)

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.

Introduction

Names of Parts

A B

Zoom Lens (A Page 14)

LN M K

Viewfinder (A Page 11)

LCD Monitor (A Page 11)

DC E

Side Control Panel (A Page 10)

F GHI

A Front Tally Lamp (A Page 30, 87) B Viewfinder Cable Clamp (A Page 20) C [ZEBRA ON/OFF] Zebra ON/OFF Switch (A Page 18)

[SKIN AREA/SPOT METER] Skin Area/Spot Meter Switch (A Page 75)

D [AWB] Auto White Balance Button (A Page 40) E Lens Lock Lever (A Page 19) F [MONITOR SELECT] Audio Monitor Selection Switch

(A Page 45)

G [DISPLAY] Display Button (A Page 29) H [CAM/MEDIA] Camera/Media Mode Selection Button

(A Page 7)

I [FULL AUTO] Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Switch

(A Page 75)

J Monitor Speaker (Cheek Pad) (A Page 26) K Shoe

For mounting separately sold lights and accessories.

L Microphone Holder Lock Knob (A Page 19) M Microphone Holder (A Page 19) N Microphone (A Page 19)

Battery Mount (A Page 21)

SDHC Slot (A Page 13)

Side Terminal (A Page 12)

O Back Tally Lamp (A Page 30, 87) P [PHONES] Earphone Connector (3.5) (A Page 45) Q [LENS] Lens Connector (12-pin Connector)

(A Page 19)

R [INPUT1/INPUT2] Audio Input Terminal 1, 2 (XLR 3-

pin(x2) (A Page 44)

S Microphone Cable Clamp (A Page 19) T [CH-2 INPUT] CH-2 Audio Input Terminal Selection

Switch

Select the audio input terminal to record to CH-2. (A Page 44)

Memo:

● Audio from [INPUT1] terminal is input to CH-1 regardless

of the setting.

X [FOCUS ASSIST] Focus Assist Button

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 10) K at the side

Z [REC] REC Trigger Button (Recording Start/Stop)

Starts/stops recording.

Memo:

● The [REC] trigger button (A Page 10) K at the side

(A Page 35)

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.

U [AUDIO INPUT 1/2] Audio Input Signal Selection

Switch (A Page 44)

V Viewfinder Connector (20-pin) (A Page 20) W Accessory Mounting Screw Hole (x2)

a Handle

Introduction

Names of Parts (continued)

Side Control Panel

A B

C D

F G H

[VF BRIGHT] Viewfinder Luminance Adjustment Knob (

Page 28)

[VF PEAKING] Contour Adjustment Knob (APage 28)

Memo:

● This knob does not function when Focus Assist is

activated. (A Page 35)

C [FOCUS ASSIST] Focus Assist Button

Press this button during shooting to display the focused area in either blue, red, or green. This enables easy and accurate focusing. (A Page 35)

[USER1], [USER2], [USER3] User Buttons (APage 74)

Use these buttons to switch shooting conditions according to the object. The functions change as below according to the operation mode (A Page 7).

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. (A Page 48)

● Activates the function assigned

to [USER2] in the menu.

● Resets settings on the [TC

Preset]/[UB Preset] screen when pressed. (A Page 48, 49)

● Activates the function assigned

to [USER3] in the menu.

Adds/deletes OK mark. (A Page 64)

Deletes clip. (A Page 62)

Memo:

● Set the functions of the [USER1,USER2,USER3] buttons

in the menu. (A Page 74)

● When the menu screen is displayed, these buttons

function as the menu operation buttons. (A Page 66 [Operation Buttons])

E [MENU] Menu Button (A Page 66) F [ND FILTER] ND Filter Switch (A Page 43) 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 16 [Status Screen])

● Switches between [Main Menu] and [Favorites Menu]

when the [STATUS] button is pressed while the menu screen is displayed. (A Page 66)

H [GAIN] Sensitivity Selection Switch (A Page 37) I [WHT.BAL] White Balance Selection Switch

(A Page 40)

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 9) Z on top and the [REC]

trigger button (A Page 14) 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 88) (A Page 116 [Backup Recording])

L [AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2]/[AUTO] CH-1/CH-2

Recording Level Adjustment Knob/Auto Indicator (A Page 44)

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 66)

Center Set button (R) : Confirms menu items and

Cross-shaped button (

䡵 During Camera mode Shutter operation:

Center Set button ( Cross-shaped button (JK) : Switches shutter speed when

AE level operation :Cross-shaped button (

R) : Shutter ON/OFF

setting values

JK) : Selects menu items and

setting values

shutter is ON

H I)

Memo:

● When [Camera Function]B[Switch Set]B[AE LEVEL] is

set to AAE LEVEL/VFRB, the cross-shaped button ( used to set the number of frames during Variable Frame REC. (A Page 56 [Variable Frame REC]) (A Page 75 [AE LEVEL])

䡵 During Media mode (SD Card mode) (A Page 57) Thumbnail operation : Cross-shaped button (

Set button (

JKH I), center

H I) is

O Operation Mode Indicator

Lights up as below according to the operation mode. (A Page 7)

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 87)

P [MONITOR] Audio Monitor Level Adjustment Knob

For adjusting the volume of the monitor speaker and earphones.

Viewfinder

(A Page 28)

LCD Monitor

When the LCD monitor is open

B C

A LCD Monitor (A Page 28) B [LCD PEAKING +/-] LCD Contour Adjustment Button

(A Page 28)

C [LCD BRIGHT +/-] LCD Display Brightness

Adjustment Button (A Page 28)

D [AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2] Audio Recording Mode

Switch (A Page 44)

E [TC DISPLAY] TC/UB Display Switch (A Page 46) F

[TC GENE.] Time Code Generator Switch (APage 46)

G LCD Cover Lock Release Knob (A Page 28)

A Viewfinder Slide Lock Ring

For loosening the ring and adjusting the position of the viewfinder E 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 E Eyepiece

Prevents external light from entering the viewfinder screen and cameraman’s vision.

Introduction

Names of Parts (continued)

Side Terminal

B C

D E

J Shoulder Pad Slide Button

For adjusting the shoulder pad position. Press this button to adjust the shoulder pad K position to the front or back.

K Shoulder Pad L [USB] USB Terminal (A Page 118) M [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 I to [EXT]. (A Page 115 [IEEE1394 Connection]) (A Page 117 [Stream Transmission to a Non-linear Editing System])

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.

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

(A Page 114)

B [Y/VIDEO] Y/Composite Video Signal Output

Terminal (BNC) (A Page 114)

C [PB] PB Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC)

(A Page 114)

D [PR] PR Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC)

(A Page 114)

E [REMOTE] Remote Terminal (A Page 119) F [DC INPUT] DC Input Terminal (A Page 21)

Input terminal for DC 12 V power supply. Connects with an AC adapter.

G [AUDIO OUTPUT] 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.

H [HD/DV] IEEE1394 Terminal Mode Switch

(A Page 115)

I [INT/EXT] IEEE1394 Interface Terminal Switch

(A Page 115)

For selecting a valid IEEE1394 interface terminal.

[EXT]

[INT]

: Enables IEEE1394 signals from the [IEEE1394]

terminal M.

: Enables the accessory connector B at the rear

of the camera recorder. (A Page 13)

SD Slot

(A Page 31)

Rear

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 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 Connector (Connects to an optional

accessory)

C Battery Mounting Folder (A Page 21)

The shape is different for GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700U and GY-HM700CHE/GY-HM700E.

* The above is the illustration for GY-HM700CHE/GY-

HM700E.

Introduction

Names of Parts (continued)

Zoom Lens

(Supplied with GY-HM700U/GY-HM700E only)

CANON KT14 x 4.4KRSJ

RET

GFE

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 74)

(A Page 52 [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. (A Page 74)

ABC

A M

IRIS

ZOOM

NL O

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

: Auto iris operation mode.

: 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 : 82mmP0.75 When installed on the lens body : 72mmP0.75

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 27 [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 27 [Adjusting Back Focus])

Basic System Diagram

Microphone MV-P615

Focus Manual Unit HZ-FM13 (FUJINON) HZ-FM15 (CANON)

1/3 Zoom Lens Th13x3.5BRMU(FUJINON)

PL Mount Film Lens

XLR 3P

16 mm PL Mount Film Lens adapter HZ-CA13U

Zoom Servo Control HZ-ZS13B

1/2 Zoom Lens

Mount Converter

(1/2B1/3): ACM-12

Shoulder Belt

Earphone

Microphone

1/3 Zoom Lens KT14x4.4KRSJ (CANON) (GY-HM700U/GY-HM700E only)

Standard Package

GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700U : Gold Mount GY-HM700CHE/GY-HM700E : V Mount

Tripod Base KA-551U

Battery Mount

XLR 4P

SDI Cable BNC

Component Cable BNC

Composite Cable BNC

Audio Cable RCA pin

IEEE1394 Cable

For GY-HM700CHU/GY-HM700U

Anton Bauer Battery (Dionic90)

Anton Bauer Battery Charger

For GY-HM700CHE/GY-HM700E*

IDX Battery

(Endura)

IDX

Battery Charger

AC Adapter

External Recording

Non-linear Editing

Monitor

Device

VTR

BR-HD50U/E*

System

Carrying Case

Mount Converter

2/3 Zoom Lens

(2/3B1/3): ACM-17

Tripod

SDHC Memory Card

USB Cable

SDHC Card Reader

* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and will not employ the UL Listing mark.

Remote Control Unit RM-LP25U/RM-LP55U/ RM-LP57U

Non-linear Editing

System

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 16)

䡵 Auto White display* (A Page 18)

䡵 Menu setting screen (A Page 18)

䡵 Alarm display (A Page 18)

䡵 Marker and safety zone indicators* (A Page 104)

䡵 Zebra pattern display (A Page 18)

* 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 86)

Viewfinder

LCD monitor display

The display switches between the 5 screen types with every press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0B1B2B3B4B0)

Press the [DISPLAY] button to switch to the enlarged status display screen. (A Page 17)

30/24 fps

MAX 123% MIN 45%

S.DTL

B -3

STBY

STATUS 0 Screen

1280x720

30/24 fps

24p HQ

100min 100min

B STBY

282min

STATUS 1 Screen

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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 7 [Operation Mode])

䡵 Status Screen in Camera Mode

(A Page 94)

Viewfinder display

The display switches between the 5 screen types with every press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0B1B2B3B4B0)

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䡵 Status Screen (VF/LCD) During Clip

Playback in Media Mode (SD Card Mode) (A Page 100)

The display switches between the 3 screen types with every press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0B1B2B0)

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 102)

The display switches between the 2 screen types with every press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0B1B0)

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)

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1 Set [LCD + VF] in the [LCD/VF] menu to AOnB.

(A Page 82).

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.

Introduction

Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder (continued)

Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only)

Displays the operation and result when Auto White Balance is activated.

(A Page 40 [Adjusting the White Balance])

Menu Setting Screen

For configuring various settings. Press the [MENU] button to display the menu setting screen. (A Page 66 [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 122 [Error Displays and Actions])

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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 50 [Setting Zebra Pattern])

Zebra Pattern

[Main Menu] Screen

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]B[Shooting Assist]B[Zebra]. (A Page 83)

Preparations

Attaching Accessories

Attaching the Zoom Lens

(Supplied with GY-HM700U/GY-HM700E only)

Hole

Clamp

1 Loosen the mount ring. 2 Attach the zoom lens such that the pin matches the

hole of the mounting area.

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.

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 44).

Knob

Microphone

Microphone Holder

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.

Clamp

[INPUT1/INPUT2] Terminal

Preparations

Attaching Accessories (continued)

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

Viewfinder

Power Supply

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

(A Page 21 [Using a Battery Pack]) (A Page 21 [Using AC Power (DC IN Power)])

Note:

● Set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB before changing the

power supply that operates this camera recorder.

3 Attach the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder terminal. 4 Pin the viewfinder cable to the clamp.

Clamp

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.

Using a Battery Pack

Recommended Batteries

U model : Dionic90 (Anton Bauer) E model : Endura-7 (IDX)

* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and

will not employ the UL Listing mark.

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.

䡵 Charging the Built-In Battery

The date/time and time code data are stored in the built-in 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 25 [Setting the Clock (Initial Setting)])

Battery Operating Time

The following are the approximate times for continuous operation on fully-charged batteries.

Battery

Dionic90 (U model) Approx. 3.2 h

Endura-7 (E model) Approx. 2.5 h

Continuous Operating Time

(At 25 I)

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.

● Operating time is shortened when the electronic zoom

lens and LCD screen are frequently used.

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.

Preparations

Using a Battery Pack (continued)

Attaching the Battery (GY-HM700CHU/GYHM700U)

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

LCD Screen Side

Memo:

● If the guide pins are not inserted straight, the battery will

not be attached correctly.

Guide Pins

Battery

Attaching the Battery (GY-HM700CHE/GYHM700E)

Use the Endura-7 (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

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.

Release Button

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

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 94 [Status Screen in Camera Mode])

(A Page 100 [Status Screen in SD Card Mode]) (A Page 102 [Status Screen in IEEE1394 Input Mode])

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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.

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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 to charge the battery in an

environment between 10 I and 35 I. The battery may not be fully charged or the charging time may be prolonged if charged under low temperatures (below 10 I).

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.

Preparations

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 7 ) for details of each operation mode.

● During Camera mode : Lights up in blue/purple

● During Media mode (SD Card mode) : Lights in green

● During Media mode (IEEE1394 Input

mode) : Lights up in orange

● During USB mode : Lights up in orange

● During mode switching : Blinks in the color of

Note:

● The camera recorder will switch to IEEE1394 Input Mode

only when the IEEE1394-connected equipment is in operation.

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 52)

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.

Turning Off the Power

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

1 Set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB.

[CAM/MEDIA] Button

[REC] Button

[POWER] Switch

[MENU] Button

Cross-Shaped Button (

JKH I), Set button (R)

[CANCEL] Button

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.

Setting the Clock (Initial Setting)

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).

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)

[POWER] Switch

3 Press the Set button (R) 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 88)

1 Select [Others]B[Date/Time].

The [Date/Time] setting screen appears.

1 Set the [POWER] switch to AONB.

The [Initial Setting] screen appears.

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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.

Preparations

Setting the Clock (Initial Setting) (continued)

Changing the Display Style

You can change the display style of the date/time on the menu.

Memo:

● To perform the settings while looking at the monitor

screen connected to the video signal output terminal, set [Analog Out Char.] or [SDI Out Char.] in the [A/V Out] menu to AOnB. (A Page 86)

䡵 Setting the date style (Date Style) (A Page 85)

A Select [LCD/VF]B[Status Display]B[Date/Time].

B Select the date display style.

[Setting values:YMD (year, month, day), MDY (month, day, year), DMY (day, month, year)]

C Press the Set button (R).

䡵 Setting the time style (Time Style) (A Page 85)

A Select [LCD/VF]B[Status Display]B[Time Style].

B Select the time display style.

[Setting values:12hour (12 hour display), 24hour (24 hour display)]

C Press the Set button (R).

Date/Time Display in Different Operation Modes

Adjusting the Monitor Speaker

The monitor speaker can be rotated 180 degrees. Adjust according to the position of your ear.

180 Degrees Rotation

Monitor Speaker

[MONITOR] Level Adjustment Knob

Memo:

● Adjust the volume of the monitor speaker with the

[MONITOR] level adjustment knob at the side control panel on the right of the camera recorder. Various warning alarm tones may also be output repeatedly. (A Page 123)

Note:

● The rotation angle of the monitor speaker is 180 degrees.

Do not over-rotate the monitor speaker.

During Camera Mode Date/time of the built-in clock is

During Media Mode (SD Card Mode)

During Media Mode (IEEE1394 Mode)

displayed.

Shooting date/time of the clip being played back is displayed.

Date/time is not displayed.

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