Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product GY-HM170E JVC
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. 4K MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER GY-HM200U/GY-HM200E GY-HM170U/GY-HM170E I N S T R U C T I O N S . The illustration here shows how the handle unit is attached using the unit supplied with GY-HM200U/GY-HM200E. GY-HM170U/GY-HM170E do not come with a handle unit.
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. 1. Read these instructions . 2. K eep these instructions. IMPOR T ANT SAFE GU ARDS 4. F ollow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near w ater . 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any v entilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufactur er’ s instructions.
Safety Precautions . CA UTION FOR USA AND CANAD A CA UTION: T O REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NO T REMO VE COVER (OR BA CK). NO USER-SER VICEABLE P AR TS INSIDE.
. POUR CANAD A RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE P AS OUVRIR CA UTION: The mains plug shall remain readily operab le. Remov e the mains plug immediately if the camera functions abnormally .
. When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf , make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow f or ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16 " ) or more on both sides, on top and at the rear). Do not bloc k the v entilation holes.
. IMPORT ANT (for owner s in the U .K.) Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NO T cut off the mains plug fr om this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable f or the power poi.
. W ARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic envir onment this product ma y cause radio interference in which case the user may be r equired to tak e adequate measures.
. Battery Pac k The supplied batter y pac k is a lithium-ion batter y . Bef ore using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the f ollowing cautions: T o av oid hazards ... do not bur n. T o prevent dama ge and prolong service life .
Contents Introduction Safety Precautions ............................................ 4 Contents .......................................................... 10 Main Features ................................................. 12 Precautions for Proper Use .
Text Input with Software Keyboard .............. 94 Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart ..................... 95 Camera Function Menu ................................... 96 User Switch Set Item .................................... 98 Camera Process Menu ..
Main Features Supports 4K high-definition recording, realizing more advanced Full HD recording quality Recording and playback at 30p/25p/24p are possible in 4K resolution (3840x2160 pixels), which contains information that is about four times larger than Full HD.
3.5-inch 920K-pixel LCD display, 0.24- inch 1.56-megapixel color viewfinder The 3.5-inch 16:9 LCD display and 0.24-inch 16:9 LCOS color viewfinder provides support for critical focusing during 4K shooting. Other assist functions are also available, including magnified focus on a manually selected point.
Precautions for Proper Use Storage and Usage Locations o Allowable ambient temperature and humidity Be sure to use this unit within the allowable temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104°F) and a relative humidity of 30 % to 80 %.
Regular Inspection (Maintenance) o 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.
Others o Do not insert objects other than the memory card into the card slot. o Do not block the vent on the unit. Blocking of the vent causes internal heating and may lead to burns and fires. 0 Do not turn off the [POWER ON/OFF] switch or remove the power cable during recording or playback.
Copyright o Any recordings made on this camera recorder that are played back for profit or public preview may infringe on the rights of the owner of the recordings. Do not use the recordings for purpose other than personal enjoyment without prior consent from the owner.
Operation Modes This camera recorder has four operation modes - Camera mode, Media mode, USB mode and Remote Edit mode. . MODE Set Button ( R ) Set Button ( R ) T rimming Pla yback Normal Playback [CA.
Operation Mode Description Camera Mode 0 This is the camera shooting mode. The camera recorder starts up in Camera mode when the power is turned on. 0 Camera images are output on the viewfinder and LCD monitor. When a recordable SD card is inserted, the camera recorder enters the recording standby mode.
Names of Parts . A F B D E C A Built-in Microphone ( A P 65 [Audio Recording] ) B Handle Unit K ( A P24 [Handle Unit K ] ) * GY-HM170U/GY-HM170E does not come with the handle unit. For details on purchasing the handle unit, please contact the local dealers in your area.
Side Control Panel . B F G D C M J I H L K E A A [FULL AUTO] Full Auto Selection Button Press and hold the button to switch the Full Auto mode ON and OFF.
Side Terminal Section . A D C B A [HOST] USB Host Terminal K For connecting an USB adapter according to the intended purpose when you are connecting the unit to a network.
LCD Monitor . G F E H I J D B A C L K M A LCD Monitor ( A P 37 [Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder] ) B [CANCEL/STOP] Cancel Button Cancels various settings and stops playback. C LCD Cross-Shaped Button ( JKHI )/Set Button ( R ) 0 The function changes according to the operation status of the camera recorder.
Handle Unit K . D C F A B E K H I G R S P Q J N O M L A Microphone Holder ( A P 27 [Attaching the External Microphone O ] ) B Microphone Holder Lock Knob ( A P27 [Attaching the External Microphone O ].
Lens Section . A C D B A Filter Built-In Screw 0 Transparent or UV filter for lens protection, or filters for various effects can be installed. 0 Installable filter types: Φ62 mm P0.
Basic System Diagram . Wireless Microphone Receiver RCA pin AV C a b l e HDMI Cable [AU X] [INPUT1/INPUT2] [SDI OUT] [HDMI] [A V] [REMOTE] [DEVICE] [DC] [ x ] K : Carr ying Case Tr i p o d SDHC/SDX C .
Settings and Adjustments Before Use . Attaching the Handle Unit K The handle unit is detached from the camera recorder unit in the factory shipment. * GY-HM170U/GY-HM170E does not come with the handle unit. For details on purchasing the handle unit, please contact the local dealers in your area.
Attaching/Detaching the Lens Cap 0 Before shooting, detach the lens cap. 0 When this camera recorder is not in use, attach the lens cap to protect the lens. 0 Pinch the tabs on both sides of the lens cap to attach and detach the lens cap. . Caution : 0 Do not press against the lens cap with force.
Attaching the Tripod Use the screw hole at the bottom of this camera recorder. (3/8×16UNC, 1/4×20UNC) Use the screw hole that suits the tripod. To prevent the camera recorder from falling off, which may result in injuries or damages, read the instruction manual of the tripod to be used and make sure that it is securely attached.
Removing the Battery . 2 G Y -HM200U/G Y -HM200E G Y -HM170U/G Y -HM170E 1 2 1 Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of the [POWER ON/OFF] switch to set to “OFF”. 2 While pressing and holding the [BATT. RELEASE ] button, push up and remove the battery in the direction of the arrow.
Using AC Power (DC IN Power) Use the supplied AC adapter to operate the camera recorder with AC power. . 1 2 1 Connect the DC cable of the AC adapter to the [DC] terminal of the camera recorder. 0 Check that the power switch of the camera recorder is set to “OFF ”.
Menu Screen ( A P 93 [Display and Description of the Menu Screen] ) . Display Settings Warnings by Lamp and Warning Tone Warning status is indicated by tally lamp and warning tone. 0 The tally lamp blinks. 0 Setting [Main Menu] B [A/V Set] B [Audio Set] B [Alarm Level] to “High” or “Low” sounds the warning tone.
Initial Settings When the power is first turned on, the Initial Setting screen for performing the initial settings in the camera recorder appears. Set the date/time of the built-in clock in the [Initial Setting] screen. All operations are disabled until initial settings are complete.
4 Press the Set button ( R ) after confirming the exit screen. The [Initial Setting] screen appears. 0 For U models . Set UTC-05:00 Initial Setting 0 For E models .
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 screen during shooting.
Status Screen 0 This screen allows you to check the current settings. 0 To display the status screen, press the [STATUS ] button in the normal screen. 0 The status display differs according to the operation mode (two types). ( A P18 [Operation Modes] ) 0 Press the [STATUS] button to switch to the display screen.
Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder You can monitor video images on this camera recorder using the viewfinder, LCD monitor, or both. . Normal LCD Inv erted LCD Displays on the LCD Monitor and Vie.
Adjusting the Viewfinder You can change the brightness and peaking of the viewfinder screen according to your usage conditions. Changing the brightness of the screen will not affect the recorded images. . 2 1 3 Caution : 0 A high-definition viewfinder is used on this camera recorder in order to provide an accurate focusing environment.
Assignment of Functions to User Buttons You can assign functions to the following buttons and use them as user buttons. By assigning functions to the buttons, the usability of the camera recorder can be enhanced. Perform settings in the menu items corresponding to each button.
SD Card This camera recorder saves the recorded images and audio sound on the SD card (sold separately) in the card slot. Usable Cards Format Setting and Usable SD Card Combinations System Format Bit .
Inserting an SD Card This camera recorder comes with two card slots (Slot A and B) for video/audio recording and playback. . 1 3 SD Card Cover 2 SD Card 1 Open the SD card cover by sliding the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow. 2 Insert an SD card with the notched corner pointing up.
Switching the SD cards When both card slots are inserted with SD cards, you can use the [SLOT SEL] button to switch the card to use. When the memory on an SD card is full during recording, data recording automatically switches to the other card. . Memo : 0 The [SLOT SEL] button is disabled during recording or playback.
6 Formatting is complete. When formatting is complete, “ Complete” appears and the camera recorder returns to the [Format Media] screen. Memo : 0 During formatting, menu operation is unavailable but you can start recording. However, this is only available when a recordable SD card is inserted in the other slot.
Clips Recorded to SD Cards Folders in the SD Card The captured image is recorded into different folders according to the [System] and [ W Format]/ [ Y Format] settings.
Operation Lock Feature You can use this feature to prevent erroneous camera operation. . 1 While in the Camera mode (when the display screen appears), press and hold the [CANCEL] button for 5 seconds or longer. 0 The operation lock turns on, and an operation lock icon ( r ) appears on the display screen.
Basic Shooting Procedures Preparations . 1 3 4 4 2 1 Supply battery or AC adapter power to the camera recorder. ( A P 29 [Power Supply] ) 2 Insert an SD card. ( A P 40 [SD Card] ) 3 Turn on the power of the camera recorder. Hold down the lock button (blue) at the center of the [POWER ON/OFF] switch to set to “ON”.
1 Press the [REC ] button to start recording to the SD card. This camera recorder has two [REC] buttons. Any of the [REC ] buttons can be used to start/ stop recording by default.
Selecting a File Format Select a file format in [ W Format]/[ Y Format]. There are two file formats for selection. 0 AVCHD: AVCHD file format 0 QuickTime: QuickTime file format (.MOV) Memo : 0 When [System] is set to “4K”, this item is fixed at “QuickTime”.
o When [System] is set to “HD+Web”, the options for slot B are: Record Format Y Format Y Resolution Y Frame Rate Y Bit Rate QuickTime 960 x 540 30p 25p 24p 3M (HQ) 720 x 480 60i 8M 720 x 576 50i 480x270 30p 25p 24p 1.
0 Set the zoom speed for “L”, “M” and “H” of the [ZOOM L/M/H] zoom speed switch individually. Increasing the value increases the zoom speed. ( A P97 [Handle Zoom Speed L/Handle Zoom Speed M/Handle Zoom Speed H O ] ) Memo : 0 The zoom lever on the handle is disabled when “Off ” is selected.
Setting to Auto Focus Temporarily (Push Auto Focus) 0 If [Push AF/AF Lock ] is assigned to the user button, the camera recorder will shift to Auto Focus mode temporarily and automatically adjusts focus when the assigned user button is held down during shooting in Manual Focus mode.
Focus Assist Function 0 When the [F.ASSIST/1] button is pressed during shooting, the focused area is displayed in color. This enables easy and accurate focusing.
Adjusting the Focusing by Face Detection This function detects human faces and automatically adjusts focus during Auto Focus. It can also track moving objects. When several faces are detected, you can select one to focus on. Memo : 0 This function can also adjust the brightness automatically according to the brightness of the face detected.
Selecting Specific Person from Several Persons 1 Hold down the user button that is assigned with “Face Detect”. 0 The camera recorder will enter face selection mode and the face detection icon ( q ) will blink. 0 An orange frame will appear on the face of the person nearest to the center of the screen.
Memo : 0 Pressing and holding the [FULL AUTO] button to enter the Full Auto mode also activates the automatic brightness adjustment (AE) mode. In this case, the White Balance also enters into Auto mode forcibly. 0 Pressing and holding the [AE LEVEL] button clears the value specified and fixes at “AE±0” (recommended value).
Manual Iris (Manual Adjustment) Mode The aperture value (F-number) of the lens can be set manually. 1 Press and hold the [FULL AUTO] button to set Full Auto mode to off. 2 Press the [IRIS A/M] button to set to the Manual Iris mode. The lens aperture value (F-number) is displayed.
Setting the Gain This function electrically boosts the light sensitivity when there is insufficient illumination on the object. You can set the gain of the video amplifier according to the brightness of the object. Select the setting mode according to your shooting conditions.
Setting the Electronic Shutter You can change the shutter speed (time for each shooting frame) using the electronic shutter function. Electronic shutter can be adjusted manually or automatically. Automatic Shutter Mode (Automatic Shutter Adjustment) .
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ND Filter Warning Display In order to adjust the amount of light when you are shooting at a relatively bright location, the diameter of the iris may become extremely small, causing blurry effects to occur as a result. This phenomenon is known as “small aperture diffraction”.
Memo : 0 Pressing and holding the [FULL AUTO] button to enter the Full Auto mode also activates the Automatic Shutter mode. In this case, the Iris, Gain and Shutter also enter into Auto mode forcibly. 0 Switching of the white balance with the [WHT.BAL B/A/PRST ] switch is disabled in the Full Auto mode.
Setting the [Preset Temp.] or [Alternative Temp.] Values You can change both the color temperature settings in the Preset mode in the menu. 1 Open the [Preset Temp.] or [Alternative Temp.] menu. 0 Select [Main Menu] B [Camera Process] B [White Balance] B [Preset Temp.
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Adjusting the Camera Image The picture quality of the camera can be set using the [Camera Process ] menu. As the adjustments are shown on the screen, you can adjust the values while checking the picture quality on the camera.
Audio Recording You can record audio from the two channels (CH1/ CH2) in synchronization with video images on this camera recorder. Select from the four options below to record the audio. 0 Built-in Microphone 0 Microphone connected to [AUX] terminal 0 Microphone connected to [INPUT1] terminal O 0 Microphone connected to [INPUT2] terminal O .
Adjusting the Audio Recording Level O You can select to adjust the audio recording levels for the two channels (CH1/CH2) manually or automatically. . Manual Adjustment Mode (Manual Adjustment) 0 Set t.
Memo : 0 When [Main Menu] B [A/V Set ] B [Audio Set ] B [Limiter] is set to “Off” while in the automatic adjustment mode, the limiter operates at -6 dBFS.
Time Code and User’s Bit Time code and user’s bit data are recorded with the video in this camera recorder. The time code and user’s bit are displayed on the viewfinder and LCD monitor during playback or recording.
Setting Time Code Generator Presetting the Time Code Time code and user’s bit data generated from the internal time code generator are recorded. This section describes how to set [TC/UB] B [TC Preset].
1 Select [Main Menu] B [ TC/UB] B [TC Preset] and press the Set button ( R ). ( A P 103 [ TC Preset ] ) The [TC Preset] screen appears. . 1 T C Preset 00:00:00:00 TC / U B Memo : 0 When [TC/UB] B [TC Generator] is set to “Regen”, the parameter is displayed as “Regen” and cannot be selected.
4 Check the values and press the Set button ( R ). 0 The time code is set and the screen returns to the normal screen. 0 To cancel the setting, press the [CANCEL] button. Caution : 0 When the camera recorder is switched to Media mode during editing, editing will be canceled and the screen will close.
1 Set [Main Menu] B [ TC/UB] B [UB Mode] to “Preset”, and press the Set button ( R ). ( A P 103 [ UB Mode ] ) The [UB Mode] setting screen appears. . 2 TC/ U B UB Mode Preset Memo : 0 When [TC/UB] B [TC Generator] is set to “Regen”, the parameter is displayed as “Regen” and cannot be selected.
Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review) You can check (review) the last recorded video clip on the screen. However, the video clip cannot be played back if the settings of the camera recorder are different from the video format (Resolution/Frame Rate/Bit Rate/SD Aspect) of the clip.
Recording Simultaneously at Two Different Definitions By setting [System ] to “HD+Web”, you can record simultaneously at two different definitions. 0 When HD+Web is selected: Records a high-definition (HD) file to slot A and a web file to slot B at the same time.
2 Start recording. 0 Insert recordable media in both slots, and press the [REC] button. 0 In the Dual Rec mode, recording to the media in both slots starts at the same time. 0 Both the card slot marks turn red, and the status indicators of both the card slots also light up in red.
Backup Rec 0 The Backup Rec mode allows you to make use of the media in slot B for backup recording by controlling the starting and stopping of recording in slot B without using the [REC] button.
3 Start normal recording (normal recording into slot A) 0 Press any of the [REC] buttons. 0 Recording into the media in slot A starts. (The characters “ R REC” appear in red.) 0 The card icon of slot A turns red (unselected state), and the status indicator of slot A blinks in red.
Special Recording Besides the normal recording mode, four special recording methods are available in this camera recorder. They are Pre Rec, Clip Continuous, Frame Rec and Interval Rec. Select a mode from [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode].
Clip Continuous Rec 0 In normal recording, when the recording stops, the image, audio, and accompanying data from the start till the end of the recording are recorded as one “clip” on the SD card. 0 This mode allows you to consolidate several rounds of “startstop recording” into one clip.
Memo : 0 Clip Continuous Rec cannot be used in the following cases. 0 When [Main Menu ] B [System] B [Record Set] B [System] is set to “HD” or “SD”, and [Format] is set to “AVCHD” 0 When [.
2 Set the number of frames to record in [Rec Frames ]. 0 Set using [Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode] B [Rec Frames]. ( A P116 [ Rec Frames ] ) 3 Start recording. 0 Press the [REC] button to record only the number of frames specified in [Rec Frames] and pause.
3 Set the time interval to start recording in [Interval Rec]. Set using [Main Menu] B [System ] B [Record Set] B [Rec Mode] B [Rec Interval]. ( A P116 [ Rec Interval ] ) 4 Start recording. 0 Press the [REC] button to record only the number of frames specified in [Rec Frames] and pause.
Playing Recorded Clips To play back clips recorded on SD cards, switch to the Media mode. Press and hold the [MODE] selection button in Camera mode to enter Media mode. A thumbnail screen of the clips recorded on the SD card is displayed. You can play back the selected clip on the thumbnail screen.
Memo : 0 Clips appended with OK marks cannot be deleted on the camera recorder. 0 When [ Main Menu] B [System] B [Record Set] B [Record Format] B [ W Format] is set to “AVCHD”, the OK mark indicates that the clip is protected.
K Network Connection Icon K 0 The network connection status is displayed when [Main Menu] B [System] B [Network] is set to “On”. This icon is not displayed when “Off” is selected. ( A P 130 [Network Connection Icon K ] ) Detailed screen * Items that are common with the Standard screen will not be described.
Item Description FTP Upload Uploads a clip to the FTP server. 0 This Clip: Uploads the clip pointed by the cursor. 0 Selected Clips: Uploads the clips selected (appended with check mark). 0 All Clips: Uploads all clips. Delete Clips Deletes clip. However, clips with OK mark cannot be deleted.
Time Code Playback Time code or user’s bit recorded on an SD card can be displayed on the LCD monitor and viewfinder. Memo : 0 The time code is also superimposed on the video signal output from the [SDI OUT] terminal. K 0 If a section without time code is played back, the time code will stop.
3 Select [Delete Clips] B [This Clip] and press the Set button ( R ). A screen to confirm deletion appears. . 3 All Clips Selected Clips This Clip 4 Select [Delete] using the cross-shaped button ( JK ), and press the Set button ( R ). Deleting starts.
During Playback or Pause Screen 1 Press [LOLUX/3] button during clip playback. 0 If the clip does not have an OK mark, an OK mark will be appended. 0 If the clip is appended with an OK mark, the OK mark will be deleted. . 1000/2000 12:34:56 12:34:56 Jan 24,2015 Jan 24,2015 00:00:00.
Selecting Multiple Clips Consecutively 1 Press the [ZEBRA/5] button. 2 Select “Select Range” in the action selection screen, and press the Set button ( R ).
Trimming Recorded Clips You can extract (trim) the necessary parts of a clip recorded in the SD card. The trimmed clip is saved as a new file on the same SD card as the original clip. No changes are made to the original clip. 1 Switch to Media mode. Switch the mode using the [MODE] selection button on the side control panel.
Basic Operations in Menu Screen 0 Press the [MENU/THUMB] button on the LCD monitor to display the menu screen on the LCD monitor and viewfinder. 0 Various settings for shooting and playback can be configured on the menu screen. 0 There are two types of menu screens - [Main Menu] and [Favorites Menu].
Display and Description of the Menu Screen Selecting Menu Items . Add Fav o r i t e s SEC Shutter 24hour Time Style YMD Date Style On Date/Time Time Battery Off Audio Meter Display Settings H I F E B D G A C A Cursor Indicates the selected item.
Text Input with Software Keyboard Use the software keyboard to enter the [Setup File ] subname, [Clip Name Prefix], and the settings under [Network] B [Settings]. Entering a subname ( A P136 [Configuring Setup Files] ) . G A E H C B D F Entering the [Clip Name Prefix] ( A P 118 [ Clip Name Prefix ] ) .
Menu Screen Hierarchical Chart [Main Menu...] ....................................... ( A P 95) - [Camera Function... ] .......................... ( A P 96) - [ Bars] ............................................. ( A P 96) - [OIS] ....................
Camera Function Menu Menu screen for specifying operation settings during shooting. This item can only be selected in the Camera mode. Bars For setting whether to output color bars. [Setting Values: On, R Off] Memo : 0 The audio test signals (1 kHz) can be output simultaneously with the color bar output.
FAW For setting the position in the white balance switch [WHT.BAL B/A/PRST] to assign the FAW (Full Auto White Balance) function. [Setting Values: R None, PRST, A, B] GAIN L/GAIN M/GAIN H For setting the gain value of each position on the [GAIN] selection switch.
User Switch Set Item USER1 ~ USER9, LCD KEY▲/LCD KEY▶/LCD KEY▼/LCD KEY◀ By assigning one of the following functions to each of the [F.ASSIST/1], [TC/2], [LOLUX/3], [C.
AE/FAW Lock For specifying the operation when any of the [USER1]-[ USER9], [LCD KEY▲], [LCD KEY▶], [LCD KEY▼], or [LCD KEY◀] items is set to “AE/FAW Lock”. 0 FAW: Fixes the FAW (Full-time Auto White Balance) setting to the value at the point the user button assigned with “ AE/FAW Lock” is pressed.
Camera Process Menu Menu screen for adjusting the quality of camera images. This item cannot be selected in the Media mode. Detail For adjusting the contour (detail) enhancement level. Increasing the value increases the sharpness of the contour. [Setting Values: -10 to +10, Off ( R 0)] 9 Adjust.
9 Sensitivity For setting the response speed of the “Knee” operation when [Knee] is set to “Auto”. Set to “Slow” when shooting an object under a condition where there is drastic change in the light intensity.
Color Matrix For setting the color matrix. 0 Cinema Subdued: Sets to a subdued color matrix that is similar to the screen characteristics of movies. 0 Cinema Vivid: Sets to a vivid color matrix that is similar to the screen characteristics of movies. 0 Standard: Sets to a standard color matrix.
AWB Paint For adjusting the R (red)/B (blue) component in the AWB (Auto White Balance) mode. For details, refer to “[Adjusting the White Balance] ( A P 60)”. 0 Increase the number: Strengthens the red/blue. 0 Decrease the number: Weakens the red/blue.
9 Preset For setting the user’s bit. (Digit by digit) Display : AB CD EF 01 ( A P71 [Presetting the User’s Bit] ) Memo : 0 When [UB Mode] is set to “Date” or “Time”, this item appears as “---” and preset is disabled. Drop Frame For setting the framing mode of the time code generator.
VF Bright For setting the brightness of the viewfinder screen. Increasing the value increases the brightness. [Setting Values: -10 to +10 ( R 0)] VF Contrast For setting the difference in luminance between the darkest and brightness areas in the viewfinder screen.
Marker Settings Item For setting the marker and safety zone, which are useful in helping you determine the angle of view for the image according to the shooting purpose. ( A P135 [Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode Only)] ) Memo : 0 During Clip Review or when in the Media mode, the markers do not appear regardless of the setting.
Display Settings Item This menu is used to set the displays on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screen. Zoom For setting the display method of the zoom position. 0 Number: Displays the zoom position in numbers (0-99). 0 Bar: Displays the zoom position in a bar.
Memo : 0 The battery mark that appears before the “Time”, “Capacity%” or “Voltage” value changes according to the remaining battery power. In addition, the plug mark is added during charging.
A/V Set Menu Menu screen for video output and audio. Video Set... For specifying video output-related settings. ( A P109 [Video Set Item] ) Audio Set... For specifying audio-related settings. ( A P110 [Audio Set Item] ) Video Set Item Display On TV For setting whether to display the display and menu characters on the external monitor.
SD Aspect For setting the style of displaying images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a 4:3 aspect ratio screen. 0 Letter: Displays as a wide image with the top and bottom blackened.
XLR Manual Level O For setting whether to link manual audio adjustment operation between [INPUT1] and [INPUT2] terminals. Select “Link” to link or “Separate” to separate. When this item is set to “Link”, adjust the recording level using the [CH1] recording level adjustment knob.
Int. Mic Wind Cut For selecting whether to cut the low frequencies of the audio input signals (low-cut) from the built-in microphone. Set this item to “On” to reduce wind noise from the microphone. [Setting Values: On, R Off] Memo : 0 This item is enabled in the following cases.
System Menu This menu screen allows system-related settings. For specifying recording settings, formatting and restoring of SD card, tally lamp settings, network settings, date/time, time zone, and other settings. It can also be used to reset the menu settings to their default values.
9 Import Metadata 0 For importing metadata from the FTP server. K 0 Deletes the metadata loaded using the setup files ( “User File”/“All File”). Memo : 0 This option is not available when [Network] is set to “Off”. 9 Settings... For specifying network-related settings.
9 System For selecting a system definition. 0 4K: Records in “4K” quality for both slots A and B. 0 HD: Records in “HD” (High Definition) quality for both slots A and B. 0 SD: Records in “SD” (Standard Definition) quality for both slots A and B.
9 Y Resolution For selecting the size of the image to be recorded to the SD card in slot B when [System] is set to “HD +Web”. (Horizontal x vertical) The available options vary according to the [ W Frame Rate] and [ Y Format] settings.
Slot Mode For setting the operation of the card slot. 0 Series: Mode that activates the two slots sequentially. 0 Dual: Mode that activates the two slots at the same time. ( A P74 [Dual Rec] ) 0 Backup: Mode that enables recording to slot B without using the [REC] button.
Clip Set 9 Clip Name Prefix For setting the first four characters of the name of the clip file to be recorded to the SD card. Enter any of the 36 characters including alphabets (upper case) and numbers (0 to 9) using the software keyboard.
9 Live Streaming Starts live distribution when “On” is selected. [Setting Values: On, R Off] Memo : 0 “On” cannot be selected if network connection is not established. 0 “On” cannot be selected when FTP is running. 0 Live streaming switches to “Off” when the power is turned off.
9 Resolution For setting the resolution of the video image during live distribution. The available options vary according to the settings for [ W Resolution] and [ W Frame Rate] under [Record Format].
Connection Setup For configuring the network connection settings. A [Wizard] screen will appear according to the adapter connected to the [ HOST] terminal. Follow the instructions to perform the setting. You can Load, Store, and Delete the settings specified on the [Wizard] screen.
Clip Server For setting the server and directory for uploading recorded clips in the SD card to the FTP server. 9 Clip-FTP1 to Clip-FTP4 (The name specified in the respective [Alias ] items is displayed) o Alias For setting a name to distinguish the settings of this camera recorder.
Adding/Editing Frequently Used Menu Items (Favorites Menu) You can select and add/edit frequently used menu items freely to create a personal menu screen (Favorites Menu). Memo : 0 [Favorites Menu ] is only enabled in the Camera mode. [Favorites Menu] remains unchanged even when the recording format changes.
Editing Favorites Menu You can delete or change the order of the items added to [Favorites Menu]. Deleting Items from [Favorites Menu] 1 Open the [Favorites Menu] screen. A Press the [MENU] button to open the [ Main Menu] screen. B Press the [DISPLAY] button or press and hold down the [MENU] button to open the [Favorites Menu] screen.
Changing the Order of Items in [Favorites Menu ] . 1 Open the [Favorites Menu] screen. Press the [MENU] button to open the [Favorites Menu] screen. 2 Select [Edit Favorites] and press the Set button ( R ) or crossed-shaped button ( I ). The header turns magenta and the editing mode is activated.
6 Press the [LOLUX/3] button. The option menu to exit the [Favorites Menu] editing mode appears. 7 Select [Save & Exit] and press the Set button ( R ). . 7 Cancel Exit without Saving Sav e & Exit Edit F av orites Memo : 0 Moving is not complete until the changes are saved with [Save & Exit].
Display Screen in Camera Mode Display 0 screen This screen displays the event. It is also used to display warnings only. . 100min 50min 282min 0 1/ 1 0 0 F1 . 6 18 dB AE + 6 N D 1 / 16 5 . 6 f t P 15000K 100m in 50m in 2 82 m in 1 / 1 00 F 1 .
Icon Status . FTP transfer is in progress. Three images are alternately displayed, and the arrows become animated. In this case, instead of the recordable time of the SD card, an estimated value of the remaining transfer time is displayed. . (Yellow) Error has occurred during FTP transfer.
J AE Lock The U icon is displayed during AE lock. K White Balance Mode Displays the current white balance mode. (*****K indicates color temperature) A<*****K> : When the white balance is set to A. B<*****K> : When the white balance is set to B.
R Focus Assist 0 “FOCUS ” is displayed when auto focus is activated. 0 When ACCU-Focus is enabled, “ACCU- FOCUS ” blinks for about 10 seconds while Focus Assist starts up, after which the “FOCUS” indicator lights up. 0 If recording starts while [ACCU-Focus] is active, [ACCU-Focus] will be forcibly deactivated.
Memo : 0 You can specify whether to display the time code, user’s bit, or turn off the display in [LCD/VF] B [Display Settings ] B [TC/UB]. This item will not be displayed when “Off” is selected.
Display Screen in Media Mode Media Display 0 Screen This screen displays the media status or event. It is also used to display warnings only. . 282min 00:00: 00.0 0 1000/ 2000 0 A G I M P N O L 2 82 m i n ※ * Appears only during warnings Media Display 1 Screen .
I Information Display The camera information display turns on and off each time you press the [OIS/6] button. 0 Camera information display displays only information of Gain, Iris, Shutter and White Balance that have been recorded. . P 13000K 1/ 1 0 0 F1 .
Status Screen For checking the settings of the camera recorder. Camera 1 Screen/Camera 2 Screen For checking information related to shooting using the camera recorder.
Marker and Safety Zone Displays (Camera Mode Only) The marker and safety zone displays are useful in helping you determine the angle of view for the image according to the shooting purpose. The marker is displayed only in the Camera mode. Displaying the Grid Marker 1 Set [LCD/VF] B [Marker Settings ] B [Grid Marker] to “On”.
Configuring Setup Files The menu settings can be stored on an SD card by saving them as a setup file. Loading a saved setup file enables you to reproduce the appropriate setup state speedily.
6 Select [Store] and press the Set button ( R ). . 6 5 7 Save the file. 0 A confirmation screen appears when you choose to overwrite. Select [Overwrite] on the confirmation screen, and press the Set button ( R ). Saving starts, and “Storing...” appears on the screen.
Connecting External Monitor 0 To output live or playback video images and audio sound to an external monitor, select the output signals from the camera recorder, and connect using an appropriate cable according to the monitor to be used. 0 Choose the most suitable terminal according to the monitor in use.
Connecting via SDI K 0 Digital video signals, together with embedded (superimposed) audio signals and time code signals, are output for both the 3G-SDI/HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals. Memo : 0 The sampling frequency for embedded (superimposed) audio signals is 48 kHz.
Connecting Wired Remote Control You can operate the functions of this unit with a wired remote control. Memo : 0 When the switches of the camera recorder and remote control unit are operated at the same time, the switch operation of the remote control unit takes priority over that of the camera recorder.
2 Select [Change] using the cross-shaped button ( JK ), and press the Set button ( R ). The camera recorder switches to USB mode. . 2 Cancel Change Change to USB Mode? Memo : 0 If recording is in progress, the “Change to USB Mode?” message appears after recording stops.
Functions of Network Connection K 0 The network function can be operated by connecting one of the following adapters to the [HOST] terminal at the side terminal section.
Camera Setup for Network Connection 1 Connect an appropriate adapter according to the intended use to the [HOST] terminal at the side terminal section of the camera recorder. The following adapters can be connected. 0 Wireless LAN adapter 0 Ethernet adapter 0 Cellular adapter .
P2P Connection You can access the web function of this camera recorder from devices such as a smartphone, tablet terminal, or PC. 1 [Wireless LAN] appears on the [Wizard] screen. . Back Next Wireless LAN A vailable Adapter 2 Press the I button to display the [Select Connection Type] screen.
Connecting via Wired LAN You can connect a device such as a smartphone, tablet terminal, or PC directly to the camera recorder using a cross cable to access the camera recorder’s web functions. Alternatively, you can also connect using an Ethernet hub.
Importing Metadata K You can download a metadata settings file (XML format) from the FTP server and store metadata in the camera recorder. The imported metadata is applied to clips to be recorded. Preparing Metadata 0 You can record the four metadata types below.
Importing Metadata Download the metadata settings file (XML format) from the FTP server. 1 Select [Main Menu] B [System] B [Network] B [Import Metadata] and press the Set button ( R ). The [Import Metadata] screen appears. . Import Metadata 2 Select the server for importing the metadata.
Uploading a Recorded Video Clip K Upload clips recorded in the SD card to a preset FTP server. Configuring the FTP Server for Uploading For specifying the settings for connecting to the FTP server to upload recorded clips to (domain name, user name, password, etc.
5 Upload is complete. 0 After upload is complete, “Successfully Completed.” appears on the screen. 0 Press the Set button ( R ) to return to the thumbnail screen.
4 Upload is complete. 0 After all clips are uploaded successfully, “Successfully Completed.” is displayed. Press the Set button ( R ) to return to the thumbnail screen. 0 When clips are not uploaded successfully, the following errors are displayed.
3 Enter the user name and password. Enter the user name (jvc) and the password (initial password: 0000) on the login screen to display the main page of the camera. . Memo : 0 The password can be altered in [Main Menu] B [System] B [Network]/[Settings] B [Web] B [Change Password].
3 Editing Metadata A Enter information for the necessary fields. B After input is complete, tap (click) [Save ] to overwrite the metadata. . A B K eyboard Done 4 Tap (click) [ OK] on the confirmation screen. 0 Update of the [Planning Metadata ] starts.
o Switching from a web browser A You will see a message indicating “It is necessary to change the camera mode to "Remote Edit Mode". Change the mode.” on the web browser. . A B Change Cancel It is necessary to change the camera mode to "Remote Edit Mode".
6 Editing the Metadata of Selected Clips A Edit the information for the necessary fields. 0 If you are using a PC, input using the mouse and keyboard. 0 If you are using a smartphone or tablet terminal, tap the text input area to display a standard software keyboard on the screen.
Uploading a Recording Clip via a Web Browser K 0 Upload clips recorded in the SD card to a preset FTP server. 0 You can upload selected clips, all clips, or those appended with an OK mark. Configuring the FTP Server for Uploading ( A P 148 [Configuring the FTP Server for Uploading] ) Uploading Video Clips 1 Access the main page of the camera.
Memo : 0 When the menu or status is displayed, display of the confirmation screen will be put on hold. 0 If the menu is displayed on the camera recorder, close the menu.
8 Select the clip server and start uploading. 0 Upon selecting the server to upoload clips to, an upload screen appears. . 8 0 The status of the transfer process is indicated by a progress bar. . Memo : 0 To stop transfer, tap (click) the [Stop] button.
9 Upload is complete. 0 After upload is complete, “Successfully Completed.” appears on the screen. . 9 Exit Successfully Completed. FTP Upload 0 When clips are not uploaded successfully, the following errors are displayed. . Cause of Error Exit Internal Error .
A Page Switch Tab Tap (click) this tab to move to the [Planning Metadata], [Clip Metadata], or [Settings] screen. B Live View Screen Displays the live images. Tap a live image to display or hide information that is displayed on the live image, such as remaining space on the media and time code.
4 In the same way, register [B] and [C]. After all three positions A, B and C are registered, the positions of the [A], [B] , and [C] buttons will be rearranged according to the order of the registered zoom position from the left. . 26min 26m in 50min 50m in 01:12:54.
Camera Control Function K You can control the camera by accessing via a web browser on devices such as a smartphone, tablet terminal, or PC. You can perform the following operations for each of the items. . A B C D E F A REC For performing recording start or recording pause operation.
D FOCUS Enables focusing operations. . E USER SWITCH You can enable or disable the user buttons that are assigned with a function. . F MENU You can show or hide the display and menu characters on an external monitor as well as operation of menus, switching the display screen and status display.
A View Remote Settings for operations on the View Remote. B Connection Setup Settings related to the network. You can change the settings for each of the preset items on the [Wizard ] screen of the camera recorder. C Metadata Server Settings on the server for importing the metadata.
Changing Connection Setup You can change the settings for each of the preset items on the [Wizard] screen of the camera recorder. 0 If all the items cannot be displayed in a single page, scroll down to display the remaining items. 0 Items that cannot be changed are grayed out according to the type of adapter connected and the mode of connection.
Changing Metadata Server Settings You can make direct changes to the FTP server for importing the metadata set in [Main Menu] B [System] B [Network]/[Settings] B [Metadata Server], as well as the path of the file to import.
5 Select [Store] and press the Set button ( R ). . 5 4 6 Save the file. 0 A confirmation screen appears when you choose to overwrite. Select [Overwrite] on the confirmation screen, and press the Set button ( R ). Saving starts, and “Storing...” appears on the screen.
Deleting Connection Settings 1 Select [Main Menu] B [ System] B [Network]/[Settings] B [Connection Setup] and press the Set button ( R ). 2 Select [Delete] and press the Set button ( R ). . 2 Delete Store Load Wizard Connection Setup 3 Select the file to delete using the cross- shaped button ( JK ), and press the Set button ( R ).
Supported Protocols Network protocols : TCP, UDP Transport mode : MPEG2-TS, RTSP/RTP, ZIXI, RTMP Setting Distribution 1 Set the [Record Format] according to the resolution and frame rate of the video to be distributed.
Starting Distribution 1 Perform the necessary setting for the decoder and PC application. For details on the settings, please refer to the instruction manual of the respective devices and applications. Memo : 0 If there is an NAT router within the communication path between the camera and the decoder, port forwarding setup is required.
Error Messages and Actions Warning display on the LCD monitor and viewfinder screen, tally lamp indication and warning tone are as follows according to the error status. Memo : 0 This camera recorder makes use of a microcomputer. Noise interference from external sources may prevent it from functioning properly.
Error Message Status Action Record Format Incorrect 0 The video format of the file for Clip Review is different from the current [ W Resolution], [ W Frame Rate], or [ W Bit Rate] setting. Set [ W Resolution], [ W Frame Rate] and [ W Bit Rate] correctly.
Error message Status Action Access Denied. Access is denied. Adjust the Server and Port settings for [Metadata Server ] or [Clip Server]. ( A P121 [ Metadata Server ] ) ( A P122 [ Clip Server ] ) Invalid Username or Password. Authentication for login to the FTP server failed.
List of Live Streaming Error Displays K The following error messages are displayed when the live streaming setting is incorrect, or when the connection is lost during live streaming. Error message Status Action Invalid Address. 0 The IP address format is incorrect.
Blinking of the Tally Lamp The tally lamp start blinking when the remaining space on the SD card is running out during recording, or when the battery power is running low.
Symptom Action The [CH1/CH2] recording level adjustment knob does not work. O 0 Is the [CH1/CH2 AUTO/MANUAL] switch set to “AUTO”? 0 Is Full Auto enabled? Is [A/V Set] B [Audio Set] B [ Audio On FULL AUTO] set to “Auto” in Full Auto mode? ( A P 112 [ Audio On FULL AUTO ] ) SD card cannot be initialized (formatted).
Specifications General Item Description Power DC 12 V Power consumption K 0 Approx. 7.9 W (*1) 0 Approx. 7.3 W (*2) M 0 Approx. 7.6 W (*1) 0 Approx. 6.
Video/Audio Item Description Recording time Approx. 25 minutes (8 GB SD card, 35 Mbps, VBR mode) 4K mode Recording file format QuickTime File Format Video MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 150 Mbps (Max) 3840x2160/30p, 25p, 24p Audio LPCM 2ch, 48 kHz/16 Bit HD mode (QuickTime) Recording file format QuickTime File Format Video YUV422 mode, XHQ mode MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Dimensional Outline Drawing (Unit: mm) GY-HM200U/GY-HM200E . 307 149 207 197 245 62 (HOOD) 40 134 90 191 52.5 59 178 Specifications Others.
GY-HM170U/GY-HM170E . 307 149 197 245 62 (HOOD) 134 90 112 52.5 59 * The specifications and appearance of this product are subject to changes for further improvement without prior notice.
Index A AC adapter .......................................... 29, 31 Access point ............................................ 143 Action ........................................................ 85 AF assist ...........................................
Trimming .................................................... 91 U USB mode ................................... 19, 36, 140 User button ................................................ 39 User’s bit ..................................................
Software License Agreement The software embedded in the Product (hereinafter the “Licensed Software”) provided by JVC KENWOOD Corporation (hereinafter the “Licensor”) is copyrighted to or sublicensable by the Licensor, and this Agreement provides for the terms and conditions which Users shall follow in order to use the Licensed Software.
Article 9 Destruction of the Licensed Software If this Agreement is terminated pursuant to the provision of Article 8, the User shall destroy the Licensed Software, any related documents and copies thereof within two (2) weeks from such date of termination.
. GY-HM200U/GY-HM200E/ GY-HM170U/GY-HM170E 4K MEMORY CARD CAMERA RECORDER © 2015 JVC KENWOOD Corporation B5A-0573-00.
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