JVC GY-HM790CHE, LST1108-001A, GY-HM790CHU, GY-HM790E, GY-HM790U User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
GY-HM790U GY-HM790CHU GY-HM790E GY-HM790CHE
* The illustration shows the GY-HM790E with the supplied viewfinder, microphone and lens attached. * GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790CHE does not come with a lens.
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.
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Save theseinstructions for later use.
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All warnings on the product and in the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.
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Unplug thisappliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
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cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they maycausehazards.
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Do not use thisappliance nearwater - for example, near abathtub,washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,ina wet
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basement, or near aswimming pool, etc. Do not place thisappliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance mayfall,
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causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manu mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces maycause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Slotsand openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of
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the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openingsshould never be blocked byplacing the appliance on abed, sofa,rug, or other similar surface. Thisappliance should never beplaced near or over a radiator or heat regi Thisappliance should not beplaced in abuilt-in installation such asabookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
Thisappliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If youare not sure
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of the type of power supplied to your home, consult yourdealer or local power company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods
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of time, unplug it form the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate thisappliance where the cord will be abused by persons
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walking on it.
Follow all warningsand instructions marked on the appliance.
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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.
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When the appliance exhibitsadistinct change in performance - this indicatesaneed for service.
When replacement partsare required, be sure the service technicianhas used replacement partsspecified by the
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manufacturer thathave the same characteristicsasthe originalpart. Unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to thisappliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks
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to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
facturer's instructions, and should use a
ster.
PORTABLE CART WARNING (symbol provided by RETAC)
S3125A
t only those controls that
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Safety Precautions
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.
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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:
Port Cable Length
[DC INPUT] Exclusive Cable 5 m
[Y/VIDEO], [P
[AUDIO INPUT 1/2] Shielded Cable 3 m
[AUDIO OUTPUT] Shielded Cable 10 m
[PHONES] Exclusive Cable 3 m
[IEEE1394] Exclusive Cable 3 m
[HD/SD-SDI] Coaxial Cable 10 m
[REMOTE] Exclusive Cable 5 m
[LENS] Unshielded Cable 0.1 m
[VF] Special Cable 0.3 m
[USB] Shielded Cable 2 m
[GENLOCK INPUT] Shielded Cable 10 m
[TC IN] Shielded Cable 10 m
[TC OUT] Shielded Cable 10 m
[STUDIO] Exclusive Cable 0.3 m
B], [PR] Coaxial Cable 10 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
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Contents
Introduction
Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Precautions for Proper Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Names of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Side Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Side Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
SD Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Zoom Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Basic System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Displays on the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . 18
Status Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . .19
Auto White Display (Camera Mode Only,
Excluding AUX Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Menu Setting Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Alarm Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Zebra Pattern Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Preparations
Attaching Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Zoom Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Microphone (Supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Viewfinder (Supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using AC Power (DC IN Power) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Turning On/Off the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Setting the Clock (Initial Setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Adjusting the Monitor Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adjusting Back Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Tally Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
SDHC Cards to Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Formatting (Initializing) SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Restoring the SDHC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Clips Recorded to SDHC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Recording Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Shooting
Basic Shooting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Focus Assist Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Selecting System Definition, File Format and Video Forma
Selecting the Aspect Ratio of SD Videos . . . . . . . . . . .39
Adjusting the Iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Setting Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Setting the Electronic Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Adjusting the White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Adjusting the White Shading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Setting the ND Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Adjusting Audio Input Settings and Recording Level . . . . .46
Setting Audio Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Adjusting Audio Recording Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Audio Monitor During Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Time Code and User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Displaying Time Code and User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Time Code Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Using the Internal Time Code Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Presetting the Time Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Presetting the User’s Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Setting Time Code Without Opening the Menu . . . . . .51
Setting User’s Bit Without Opening the Menu . . . . . . .52
Recording Time Code in Continuation of
the Recorded Time Code on SDHC card . . . . . . . . .52
Synchronizing Time Code with External Time Code
Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Setting Zebra Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Setting Spot Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review) . . . .56
Assigning Functions to User Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Protecting Important Scenes (OK Mark Function) . . . . . . .58
Special Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Pre Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Clip Continuous Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Variable Frame Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
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Playback
Playing Back Recorded Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Thumbnail Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Playing Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Thumbnail Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Deleting Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Appending and Deleting OK Marks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
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Menu Display and Detailed Settings
Basic Operations in Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Display and Description of the Menu Screen . . . . . . . .70
Text Input with Software Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Main Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Record Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Record Format Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Rec Mode Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Clip Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Audio Set Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Camera Function Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Switch Set Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
FULL AUTO Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Camera Process Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Detail/Adjust... Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
White Balance Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Shading Mode/Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Color Matrix/Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
TC/UB Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
LCD/VF Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Shooting Assist Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Marker Setting Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Status Display Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
A/V Out Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Others Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Genlock Adjust Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Media Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Setup File Manage Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items
(Favorites Menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Adding Menu Items to Favorites Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Editing Favorites Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Status Screen
Status Screen in Camera Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Status Screen in SD Card Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Status Screen in IEEE1394 Input Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Enlarged Status Display on LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Camera Features
Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode Only,
Excluding AUX Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Smoothening the Skin Color (Skin Detail Function) . . . .114
Color Bar Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Color Matrix Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Reproduction of Dark Areas (Black Stretch/Compress
Function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Configuring Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Saving Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Loading a Setup File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Resetting Setup Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121
Connecting External Devices
Connecting an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
IEEE1394 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Backup Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Input of Composite Video Signals from External Device
(GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Input of External Synchronizing Signal (Genlock) . . . . . .126
Displaying Return Video from External Device . . . . . . . .128
Studio System Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Managing/Editing Clips on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Remote Control Unit Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
List of Remote Control Unit Functions . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Others
Error Displays and Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Tally Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Alarm Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
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3
Introduction

Main Features

This camera recorder enables recording of HD/SD format images to an SDHC card, and also playback of these images.
[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.
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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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Do not place this unit at places that are subject to radiation or X-rays, or where corrosive gases occur.
Protect this unit from being splashed with water. (Especially when shooting in the rain)
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.
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
When this unit is not in use, be sure to set the [POWER] switch
to
A
OFFB in order to reduce power consumption.
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Introduction
Precautions for Proper Use (continued)
Maintenance
Turn off the power before performing any maintenance.
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
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.
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
Do not insert objects other than the memory card into the card slot.
Do not block the vent on the unit. Blocking of the vent causes internal heating and may lead to
burns and fires.
Do not turn off the [POWER] switch or remove the power cable during recording or playback.
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.
When the video signal output terminals are not in use, put on the covers to prevent damage to the terminals.
Do not drop this unit or subject it to strong impact or vibration as it is a precision equipment.
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
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.
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.
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.
Do not press against the surface with force or subject it to strong impact. Doing so may damage or break the screens.
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.
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Handling of SDHC Cards
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.
Do not use or store the SDHC card in a place that is subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Do not place the SDHC card near locations that are exposed to strong magnetic fields or radio waves.
Inserting the SDHC card incorrectly may result in damage of this unit or the SDHC card.
We are not liable for any accidental loss of data stored on the SDHC card. Please back up any important data.
Make use of the SDHC card within the prescribed conditions of use.
Do not use it at the following locations. Places that are subject to direct sunlight, high humidity or
corrosion, places near thermal equipment, sandy or dusty places, or in a car under the sun with the doors and windows closed.
Do not bend or drop the SDHC card, or subject it to strong impact or vibration.
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.
Do not dismantle or modify the SDHC card.
Do not touch the terminals with your hands or with a metal
object.
Do not allow dust, dirt, water, or foreign objects to adhere to the terminals.
Do not remove the labels or stick other labels or stickers on the SDHC cards.
Do not use pencils or ballpoint pens to write on the SDHC cards. Always use oil-based pens.
If you format (initialize) the SDHC card, all data recorded on the card, including video data and setup files, will be deleted.
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
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
Moire or aliasing Stripes, lines or other fine patterns may appear jagged when
they are shot.
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.
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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
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Operation
Operation Mode
Camera Mode
Camera Mode
Mode
Indicator
Blue This is the camera shooting mode. The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode when
the power is turned on.
Memo :
Images recorded on the SDHC card cannot be played back in this mode. However, you
can check (play back) the most recently recorded image using the Clip Review function. (A Page 56)
Description
Media Mode
AUX Mode (U model)
SD Card Mode
IEEE1394 Mode
Purple When [Rec Mode] is set to AVariable FrameB, the operation mode indicator lights up in
Blue This is a mode for input and recording of composite video signals from an external device.
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.
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 Mode Orange This mode allows you to connect to a PC and transfer the files on an SDHC card to the PC.
When the camera recorder is connected to a USB cable, the message AChange to USB ModeB appears. Select [Change] and press the Set button to switch to USB mode. (A Page 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,
such as when playback stops.
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Introduction

Names of Parts

A B
Zoom Lens (A Page 16)
LN M K
Viewfinder (A Page 13)
LCD Monitor (A Page 13)
DC E
Side Control Panel (A Page 12)
J
F GHI
A
Front Tally Lamp (A Page 30, 94)
B
Viewfinder Cable Clamp (APage 21)
C
[ZEBRA ON/OFF] Zebra ON/OFF Switch (APage 20) [SKIN AREA/SPOT METER] Skin Area/Spot Meter Switch (
A
Page 80)
D
[AWB] Auto White Balance Button (APage 42)
Setting the [WHT.BAL.] selection switch (A Page 12) I
on the control panel on the right side of the camera recorder to AAB or ABB starts up the Auto White function.
If the [WHT.BAL.] selection switch (A Page 12) I is set
to APRESETB, you can switch the color temperature of the preset white balance.
E
Lens Lock Lever (APage 21)
F
[MONITOR SELECT] Audio Monitor Selection Switch (
A
Page 46)
G
[DISPLAY] Display Button (APage 30)
H
[CAM/MEDIA] Camera/Media Mode Selection Button (
A
Page 8)
I
[FULL AUTO] Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Switch (
A
Page 81)
J
Monitor Speaker (Cheek Pad) (APage 27)
K
Shoe
For mounting separately sold lights and accessories.
L
Microphone Holder Lock Knob (APage 21)
M
Microphone Holder (APage 21)
N
Microphone (APage 21)
10
P
a
W
Z
W
XY
O
Battery Adapter
(A Page 22)
SDHC Slot (A Page 15)
Side Terminal (A Page 14)
O
Back Tally Lamp (A Page 30, 94)
P
[PHONES] Earphone Connector (Φ3.5) (APage 47)
Q
[LENS] Lens Connector (12-pin Connector) (
A
Page 21)
R [INPUT1/INPUT2] Audio Input Terminal 1, 2
(XLR 3-pin 2) (A Page 46)
S
Microphone Cable Clamp (APage 21)
T
[CH-2 INPUT] CH-2 Audio Input Terminal Selection Switch
Select the audio input terminal to record to CH-2. (APage 46)
Memo :
Audio from [INPUT1] terminal is input to CH-1 regardless of the setting.
U
[AUDIO INPUT 1/2] Audio Input Signal Selection Switch (
A
Page 46)
V
Q
X
Y
Set the switch toward the lens to lock the [REC] trigger button Z.
Memo :
Z
Starts/stops recording.
Memo :
a Handle
S
R
[FOCUS ASSIST] Focus Assist Button (APage 37)
Record Button Lock Switch
The [REC] trigger button (APage 12) K at the side control panel on the right of the camera recorder is not locked.
[REC] Rec Trigger Button (Recording Start/Stop)
The [REC] trigger button (APage 12) K at the side control panel on the right of the camera recorder is interlocked with this button.
UT
V
Viewfinder Connector (20-pin) (APage 21)
W
Accessory Mounting Screw Hole (x2)
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Introduction
I
Names of Parts (continued)

Side Control Panel

A B
C D
E
F G H
J
A
[VF BRIGHT] Viewfinder Luminance Adjustment Knob (
A
Page 29)
B
[VF PEAKING] Contour Adjustment Knob (APage 29)
Memo :
This knob does not function when Focus Assist is activated. (APage 37)
C
[FOCUS ASSIST] Focus Assist Button
Press this button during shooting to display the focus area in either blue, red, or green. This enables easy and accurate focusing. (A Page 37)
D
[USER1], [USER2], [USER3] User Buttons (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])
L
[AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2]/[AUTO] CH-1/CH-2 Recording Level Adjustment Knob/Auto Indicator (
A
Page 46)
M
[CANCEL] Cancel Button
Cancels various settings and stops playback.
N
Cross-Shaped Button (
The function changes according to the operation status of the camera recorder.
During menu operation (all modes) (A Page 70)
Center Set button (R) : Confirms menu items and setting
Cross-Shaped Button (JK) : Selects menu items and setting
During Camera mode (Except AUX mode) Shutter operation:
Center Set button (R) : Shutter ON/OFF Cross-Shaped Button (JK) : Switches shutter speed when shutter
AE level operation : Cross-shaped button (H I)
JKH I
)/Set Button (R)
values
values
is ON
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Memo :
A
C
B
When [Camera Function] menu B [Switch Set] B
[AE LEVEL] is set to AAE LEVEL/VFRB, the cross-shaped button (H I) is used to set the number of frames during Variable Frame Rec.
(A Page 60 [Variable Frame Rec]) (A Page 80 [AE LEVEL])
During Media mode (SD Card mode) (A Page 61) Thumbnail operation : Cross-shaped button (JKH I), center
Set button (
O
Operation Mode Indicator
Lights up as below according to the operation mode. (A Page 8)
Operation Mode Color
Camera Mode
AUX Mode (U model only) Blue
Media Mode (SD Card Mode) Green
Media Mode (IEEE1394 Mode) Orange
USB Mode Orange
(Except AUX mode)
R)
Blue/Purple

LCD Monitor

A
When the LCD monitor is open
B C
D
Memo :
You can select whether to light up the indicator using
[Mode LED] in the [Others] menu. (A Page 94)
P
[MONITOR] Audio Monitor Level Adjustment Knob
For adjusting the volume of the monitor speaker and earphones.

Viewfinder

(A Page 29)
ED
A Viewfinder Slide Lock Ring
For loosening the ring and adjusting the position of the viewfinder E to the left or right.
E
F
G
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 46)
E
[TC DISPLAY] TC/UB Display Switch (APage 48)
F
[TC GENE.] Time Code Generator Switch (APage 48)
G
LCD Cover Lock Release Knob (APage 28)
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.
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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
10 GND ^
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 ^
2 CALL TALLY IN
3 RM TALLY OUT
4 RM PREVIEW OUT 5NC ^ 6NC ^
7 TALLY IN IN 8 RETURN GND ^
9 RETURN IN IN
KL M N O
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.
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SD Slot

(A Page 31)

Rear

E
D
A B
A Card Slot A Status Indicator
B
[SLOT SELECT] Card Slot Selection Button
For switching SDHC cards.
C
SDHC Card Cover
D
Card Slot B Status Indicator
E
[OPEN] SDHC Card Cover Open/Close Knob
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.
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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
NL O
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])
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Basic System Diagram

Focus Manual Unit HZ-FM13 (FUJINON) HZ-FM15 (CANON)
1/3 Zoom Lens Th13x3.5BRMU(FUJINON)
PL Mount Film Lens
1/2 Zoom Lens
16 mm PL Mount Film Lens adapter HZ-CA13U
Zoom Servo Control HZ-ZS13B
(1/2 B 1/3):ACM-12
Mount Converter
Shoulder Belt
Earphone
Microphone
1/3 Zoom Lens KT14x4.4KRSJ (CANON) (GY-HM790U/GY-HM790E only)
Standard Package
GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U : Gold Mount
Battery Adapter
GY-HM790CHE/GY-HM790E : V Mount
Tripod Base KA-551U
SDI Cable BNC
Component Cable BNC
Composite Cable BNC
Audio Cable RCA pin
IEEE1394 Cable
4P-6P
For GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U
Anton Bauer Battery (Dionic90)
Anton Bauer Battery Charger
For GY-HM790CHE/GY-HM790E*
IDX Battery
(Endura)
Battery Charger
XLR 4P
IDX
AC Adapter
Monitor
Monitor
External Recording
Device
VTR
BR-HD50U/E*
Non-linear Editing
System
AC
Carrying Case
Mount Converter
2/3 Zoom Lens
Studio Viewfinder
VF-HP790G
(2/3 B1/3): ACM-17
Studio Adapter
KA-790G
Tripod
SDHC Memory Card
Multicore Remote Adapter
KA-M790G
SDHC Card Reader
Headset
(Beyerdynamic)
Monitor
CALLTALLY
FULL AUTO F1
BARS
INTERCOM
LEVEL
RM-P210U/E*/RM-HP250AU/RM-HP250DE*
* 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.
Status screen (A Page 18)
Auto White display* (A Page 20)
Menu setting screen (A Page 20)
Alarm display (A Page 20)
Marker and safety zone indicators* (APage 112)
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])
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).
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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)
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
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
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
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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)
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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).
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Preparations

Power Supply

To use this camera recorder, you can attach a battery pack or connect an AC adapter to it. (A Page 22 [Using a Battery Pack])
(A Page 22 [Using AC Power (DC IN Power)])
Note :
Set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB before changing the
power supply that operates this camera recorder.

Using AC Power (DC IN Power)

Use an AC adapter (sold separately) to operate the camera recorder with AC power.
1 Connect the DC cable of the AC adapter to the
[DC INPUT] terminal of the camera recorder.
Check that the power of the camera recorder and the AC adapter is turned AOFFB and connect as shown in the diagram.
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)
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Precautions for the Battery Operation
Do not remove the battery when the [POWER] switch is
AONB
.
Do not insert or remove the DC cable when the battery is in use.
Leaving the camera recorder unused with the battery inside will deplete the battery power even if you set the [POWER] switch to AOFFB. Remove the battery if you are not using the camera recorder.
Attaching the Battery (GY-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.
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.
Detaching the Battery
Press down the release lever and slide the battery toward you to detach it from the camera recorder.
Release Lever
Battery
Release Button
Battery
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Preparations
Using a Battery Pack (continued)
Power Status Display
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.
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.
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
(
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
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
).
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Turning On/Off the Power

Turning On the Power
1
Set the [POWER] switch to AONB.
The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode.
Memo :
The camera recorder always start up in Camera mode
when the [POWER] switch is set to AONB.
Press the [CAM/MEDIA] button to switch to a different mode. The operation mode indicator changes as below. 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
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)
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)
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)
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
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.
For GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U
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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