* The illustration shows the GY-HM790E with the supplied viewfinder, microphone and lens attached.
* GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790CHE 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-HM790U/GY-HM790CHU
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-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U) have been evaluated by
UL.
LST1108-001A
Introduction
FOR USA
These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read all of theseinstructions.
1.
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
4.
cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they maycausehazards.
5.
Do not use thisappliance nearwater - for example, near abathtub,washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,ina wet
6.
basement, or near aswimming pool, etc.
Do not place thisappliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance mayfall,
7.
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
8.
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
9.
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
10.
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
11.
walking on it.
Follow all warningsand instructions marked on the appliance.
12.
Do not overloadwall outletsand extension cordsasthis canresult in fire or electric shock.
13.
Never pushobjects of any kind into thisappliance through cabinet slotsasthey maytouch dangerous voltage points or
14.
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
15.
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:
16.
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. Adjusare 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
17.
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
18.
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
II
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 PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
●
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:
PortCableLength
[DC INPUT]Exclusive Cable5 m
[Y/VIDEO], [P
[AUDIO INPUT 1/2]Shielded Cable3 m
[AUDIO OUTPUT]Shielded Cable10 m
[PHONES]Exclusive Cable3 m
[IEEE1394] Exclusive Cable3 m
[HD/SD-SDI]Coaxial Cable10 m
[REMOTE]Exclusive Cable5 m
[LENS]Unshielded Cable0.1 m
[VF]Special Cable0.3 m
[USB]Shielded Cable2 m
[GENLOCK INPUT]Shielded Cable10 m
[TC IN]Shielded Cable10 m
[TC OUT]Shielded Cable10 m
[STUDIO]Exclusive Cable0.3 m
B], [PR]Coaxial Cable10 m
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 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.
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.
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
● All rights reserved by JVC. Unauthorized duplication or
reprinting of this manual, in whole or in part, is strictly
prohibited.
● All other product names used in this manual are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies. Marks such as ™, 姞, 姝 have been omitted in
this manual.
● Illustrated designs, specifications and other contents of
this manual are subject to change for improvement
without prior notice.
Describes precautions concerning the
:
operation of this product.
Describes reference information, such as
:
functions and usage restrictions of this
product.
Indicates the reference page numbers and
:
reference items.
3
Introduction
Main Features
This camera recorder enables recording of HD/SD format
images to an SDHC card, and also playback of these
images.
[GENLOCK INPUT], [TC IN], [TC OUT]
Terminals and Return Video Function
Equipped with a function that enables use of multiple
cameras as well as use as a studio camera.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
Dual Media Slots
Continuous recording is possible by loading two recording
media, thereby allowing a long recording time.
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.
4
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
Batteries such as Anton Bauer and IDX batteries that are
used in the broadcast industry can be used with this camera
recorder.
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)
Precautions for Proper Use
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
A
OFFB 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-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U : Dionic90 (Anton Bauer)
GY-HM790CHE/GY-HM790E : 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.
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.
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.
6
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.
䡵 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.
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. The AUX mode is only
available on GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U.
Camera Mode
Camera Mode
[GENLOCK/AUX]
Selection Switch
AUX Mode
(U model only)
Connection disabled on PC
[CAM/MEDIA]
Selection
Button
[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)
[CAM/MEDIA] Button
Media Mode
SD Card Mode
Stop Button
IEEE1394
Mode
Playback
(Playback/Pause/Fast Forward/
Rewind/Clip Jump)
Operation Mode Indicator
Stop Button
Playback Button
8
Operation
Operation Mode
Camera
Mode
Camera
Mode
Mode
Indicator
BlueThis 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
Media
Mode
AUX Mode
(U model)
SD Card
Mode
IEEE1394
Mode
PurpleWhen [Rec Mode] is set to AVariable FrameB, the operation mode indicator lights up in
BlueThis is a mode for input and recording of composite video signals from an external device.
GreenThis mode allows you to play back or delete clips recorded on the SDHC card.
OrangeThis is the input mode for video images from the IEEE1394-connected equipment.
purple during Variable Frame REC in Camera mode. (A Page 60)
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). (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 ModeOrangeThis 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 130)
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 130)
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,
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 (APage 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
(Except AUX 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.
(
A
Page 51, 52)
●
Activates the function assigned to
[USER3] in the menu.
A
Page 51)
P
O
N
M
L
K
During Media mode
Adds/deletes OK
mark.
(A Page 68)
Deletes clips
(A Page 66)
^
Memo :
●
Set the functions of the [USER1,USER2,USER3] buttons in
A
the menu. (
●
When the menu screen is displayed, these buttons function
as the menu operation buttons.
(A Page 70 [Operation Buttons])
Page 79)
E
[MENU] Menu Button (APage 70)
F
[ND FILTER] ND Filter Switch (APage 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
A
displayed. (
H
[GAIN] Sensitivity Selection Switch (APage 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.
Page 70)
Memo :
●
When [1394 Rec Trigger] in the [Others] menu is set to
A
SplitB, this button becomes the recording start/stop button
of the external equipment. (APage 94)
(A Page 124 [Backup Recording])
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.
13
Introduction
C
D
E
F
G
Names of Parts (continued)
H
[PR] PR Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC)
(
A
Page 122)
I
[DC INPUT] DC Input Terminal (APage 22)
Input terminal for DC 12 V power supply. Connects with an
AC adapter.
J
[REMOTE] Remote Terminal (APage 131)
Side Terminal
A
B
Q
P
IH
A [Y/VIDEO] Y/Composite Video Signal Output
Terminal (BNC) (A Page 122)
B
[PB] PB Video Signal Output Terminal (BNC)
A
Page 122)
(
C [GENLOCK/AUX] Genlock/AUX Selection Switch
(U model only) (A Page 125)
D
[GENLOCK/AUX IN] Genlock/AUX Input Terminal
(U model)/[GENLOCK INPUT] Genlock Input Terminal
(E model)
U model : For input of external synchronizing signals or
E model : For input of external synchronizing signals.
E [TC IN] Time Code Input Terminal (BNC)
( A Page 48 to 52)
F [TC OUT] Time Code Output Terminal (BNC)
( A Page 48 to 52)
G [STUDIO] Studio Terminal (10-pin) (A Page 128)
Connect to this terminal when combining the use of products,
such as a transmission unit, from a different manufacturer.
Pin No.Signal
10GND^
external composite video signals.
(A Page 125 [Input of Composite Video Signals
from External Device (GY-HM790CHU/GYHM790U only)])
(A Page 126 [Input of External Synchronizing
Signal (Genlock)])
1NC^
2CALL TALLYIN
3RM TALLYOUT
4RM PREVIEWOUT
5NC^
6NC^
7TALLY ININ
8RETURN GND^
9RETURN ININ
KLMNO
J
Input/
Output
K
[HD/SD-SDI] HD/SD-SDI Output Terminal (BNC)
(
A
Page 122)
L
[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.
M
[INT/EXT] IEEE1394 Interface Terminal Switch
(
A
Page 123)
For selecting a valid IEEE1394 interface terminal.
[EXT]
[INT]
N
Shoulder Pad Slide Button
For adjusting the shoulder pad position. Press this button to
adjust the shoulder pad O position to the front or back.
O
Shoulder Pad
P
[USB] USB Terminal (APage 130)
Q
[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 M to [EXT].
(A Page 123 [IEEE1394 Connection])
Enables IEEE1394 signals from the [IEEE1394]
:
terminal Q.
Enables the accessory connector B at the rear
:
of the camera recorder. (A Page 15)
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.
14
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
C
A
A
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 KA-M790G (Multicore Remote Adapter :
sold separately) unit.
Memo :
● When using this terminal, make sure that the Battery
Adapter C is removed.
C
Battery Adapter (APage 22)
The shape is different for GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U and
GY-HM790CHE/GY-HM790E.
* The above is the illustration for GY-HM790CHE/GY-
HM790E.
15
Introduction
Names of Parts (continued)
Zoom Lens
(Supplied with GY-HM790U/GY-HM790E 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
Focus Assist button. When it is set to
video is displayed. (APage 79)
A
Focus AssistB, this button functions as the
ABC
T
A M
IRIS
H
I
J
O
V
R
E
S
.
U
N
A
M
ZOOM
NLO
M
A
ReturnB, a return
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
: Enables zooming with the zoom servo control
lever G.
MANU.
N
: Enables zooming with the zoom lever/ring B.
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])
16
Basic System Diagram
Focus Manual Unit
HZ-FM13 (FUJINON)
HZ-FM15 (CANON)
* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and the UL Listing mark is not applicable.
USB Cable
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RM-P250
WHITE MASTER BLACK
MENU/SHUTTER GAIN
PAINT AUTO
F3
SHUTTER
F2
GAIN
W.BAL
STEP
HIGH
B
MID
A
SHUTTER
VARIABLE
PUSH-ON
PUSH-ON
BR
MENU
F4
PRESET
LOW
DOWN UP
DOWN UP
Remote Control Unit
Remote Control Unit
RM-LP25U/RM-LP55U/
RM-LP57U
Non-linear Editing
System
Memory Recorder
KA-MR100G
Remote Control Unit
(Connection is possible only
when RM-HP250AU/RM-
POWER
IRIS
I
AUTO
MANU
O
CLOSE OPEN
RM-LP25U
HP250DE* is used.)
17
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* (APage 112)
䡵 Zebra pattern display (A Page 20)
* Displayed in Camera mode only (Except AUX mode)
Memo :
●
When [Analog Out Char.]/[SDI Out Char.] in the [A/V Out]
AOnB
menu is set to
also displayed in the video image of the video signal output
terminal. (APage 92)
[STATUS]
Button
, the status screen and menu screen are
Viewfinder
[DISPLAY]
Button
LCD Monitor
LCD monitor display
The display switches between the 5 screen types with every press
B
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)
* The STATUS 0 screen is skipped in the AUX mode
(U model only).
30/24 fps
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
S.DTL
B -3
STBY
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
STATUS 0 Screen
1280x720
30/24 fps
24p HQ
A
100min
100min
B
STBY
282min
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
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
A
B
Jan 2. 2009 01:23:45AM
STATUS 2 Screen
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
A<3200K>
00:00:00:00
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
S.DTL
ND1/16 A<3200K>
B -3
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 102)
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)
* The STATUS 0 screen is skipped in the AUX mode
(U model only).
18
30/24 fps
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
STBY
STATUS 4 Screen
min
1280 x 720
24p HQ
Press [DISPLAY]
282min
Press [DISPLAY]
CH1
CH2
DF
FREE
STBY
A
100 min
B
STATUS 1 Enlarged Display Screen (LCD monitor only)
䡵
Status Screen (VF/LCD) During Clip
Playback in Media Mode (SD Card Mode)
(APage 108)
The display switches between the 3 screen types with every
press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0 B 1 B 2 B 0)
STATUS 0 Screen
䡵 Status Screen in USB Mode
This screen displays the USB mode.
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
STATUS 1 Screen
STATUS 2 Screen
䡵 Status Screen in Media Mode
(IEEE1394 Mode) (A Page 109)
The display switches between the 2 screen types with every
press of the [STATUS] button. (STATUS 0 B 1 B 0)
STATUS 0 Screen
1280x720
24p HQ
STBY
A
100 min
B
min
1280 x 720
24p HQ
282min
[DISPLAY] Button
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.
282min
STATUS 1 Screen
19
Introduction
Displays on the LCD Monitor
and Viewfinder (continued)
Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only,
Excluding AUX Mode)
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 134 [Error Displays and Actions])
(
30/24 fps
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
A
1min
1min
B
STBY
Alarm Display Area
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
RES
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 54 [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]. (APage 89)
20
Preparations
Attaching Accessories
Attaching the Zoom Lens
(Supplied with GY-HM790U/GY-HM790E only)
Hole
3
1
2
Clamp
1
Loosen the mount ring.
4
2 Attach the zoom lens such that the pin matches the
hole of the mounting area.
3 Tighten the mount ring.
Pin
REC
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
2
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.
4 Connect the microphone cable to the [INPUT1] or
[INPUT2] terminal.
1
Viewfinder
3 Attach the viewfinder cable to the viewfinder terminal.
4 Pin the viewfinder cable to the clamp.
4
Clamp
3
5 Pin the microphone cable to the clamp.
6 Make sure to perform the correct settings for the
phantom microphone (A Page 46).
21
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
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 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. 2.75 h
Endura-HL9 (E model)Approx. 2.75 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)
22
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-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U)
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-HM790CHE/GY-HM790E)
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
23
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.
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 :
● 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 102 [Status Screen in Camera Mode])
(A Page 108 [Status Screen in SD Card Mode])
(A Page 109 [Status Screen in IEEE1394 Input Mode])
1280x720
24p HQ
䡵
(
A
30/24 fps
A
100min
100min
B
STBY
RES
Enlarged status display on the LCD monitor
Page 110)
CH1
CH2
DF
FREE
STBY
A
100 min
B
min
䡵 Menu screen (A Page 70)
00:00:00:00
MAX 123%
MIN 45%
S.DTL
ND1/16 A<3200K>
F5.6 AE+1 9dB 1/10000
1280 x 720
24p HQ
B -3
RES
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.
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
environment between 10 f and 35 f. The battery may not
be fully charged or the charging time may be prolonged if
f
charged under low temperatures (below 10
).
24
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. While in
the Camera mode, setting the [GENLOCK/AUX] selection
A
switch to
mode. (U model only)
See [Operation Mode] (A Page 8) for details of each
operation mode.
●
During Camera mode (Except AUX
mode)
●
AUX Mode (U model only): Blue
●
During Media mode (SD Card mode): Lights up in green
●
Media Mode (IEEE1394 Input Mode)
●
During USB mode: Lights up in orange
●
During mode switching: Blinks in the color of the
AUXB switches the camera recorder to the AUX
: Lights up in blue/purple
: Lights up in orange
new mode
䡵 Camera Mode (Except AUX 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. (APage 56)
䡵 AUX Mode (U model only)
This is a mode for recording composite videos from an
external device. When a recordable SDHC card is inserted,
the camera recorder enters the recording standby mode.
Press the [REC] trigger button to start recording.
Composite videos from the external device are output to the
viewfinder and LCD monitor.
Memo :
●
[System Definition] is fixed at ASD (DV)B in the AUX mode.
(APage 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.
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 (
[CANCEL]
Button
R)
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.
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
A
2099B.
Changing the Time after Initial Setting
䡵 Setting the date/time (A Page 95)
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-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U
䡵 For GY-HM790CHE/GY-HM790E
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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