VIEWFINDER
INSTRUCTIONS
VF-HP840U
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before beginning to operate this unit, please read
the instructions carefully to ensure the best
possible performance.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the
body.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
LST0662-001B
Serial No.
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Safety Precautions
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil num rique de la Classe A est conforme á la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
FOR USA AND CANADA
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
This unit should be used with 12V DC only.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any
other power source.
The lightning flash wish 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 con-stitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES
D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS
EXPOSER L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA
PLUIE.
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.
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant
direct en 12V.
ATTENTION:
Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’electrocution, ne
pas utillser d’autres sources d’alimentation électrique.
Information for USA
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the side of the unit.
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.
REMARQUE:
La plaque signalétique (plaque du numéro desérie) est située sur
le cadre inférieur de l’unité.
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:
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.
CAUTION:
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC
COULD VOID USER fS AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
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.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on this unit.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT RECYCLING INFORMATION
This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains
mercury. Disposal of these materials may be
regulated in your community due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities
or for USA, the Electronics Industries Alliance:
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
This unit should be used with 12 V DC only.
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Getting Started
Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
[European Union]
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:
R Controlled EMC environment (for example, purpose-built
broadcasting 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:
Attention:
This symbol isonly valid in the European
Union.
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic
equipment should not be disposed as general household
waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed
over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment,
recovery and recycling in accordance with your national
legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve
natural resources and will help prevent potential negative
effects on the environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more information about collection point and
recycling of this product, please contact your local municipal
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product. Penalties may be applicable
for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
Maximum Cable
Length
Cable
VF CABLE
DC CABLE
Shield Cable
Shield Cable
0.58 m
5 m
RETURN VIDEO Shield Cable
5 m
Caution:
Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for
example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor, etc.,
the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case, please
keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.
(Business users)
Dear Customer,
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web
take-back of the product.
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 Technology Centre Europe GmbH
Company name changed in:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 52
61145 Friedberg
Germany
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in
accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules
in your country for the treatment of old electrical and
electronic equipment.
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 Technology Centre Europe GmbH
Firmenname geändert in:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 52
61145 Friedberg
Deutschland
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
High Resolution
Multi Scan
Setup
Supports YPbPr (RGB) input of HD (1080i 50/60, 720p 50/60)
and SD (480i 60, 576i 50). (For RGB, only SD is supported)
Mounting hood cover (provided) .......................... 10
Return Video Input Terminal
allows composite signals and HD component (Y signals only)
input.
Menu
MARKER SETTING Menu Screen ...................... 13
Screen Menu Function
The menu is displayed on the screen and you can set or adjust
How to read this manual
Others
Terminal Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting Selection DIP Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Caution : Precautions that need to be taken during operation
Note
: Details for reference, such as features and
restrictions during use.
A
: Page or item to refer to.
Ⅵ Descriptions in this manual
● The copyright of this manual belongs to Victor Company of
Japan, Limited. Reproduction or duplication of a part or the
whole of this manual without permission is prohibited.
● Product names of other companies contained in this
manual are the trademark or registered trademark of the
respective companies. Symbols such as ீ, ா, and are
omitted in this manual.
● Designs, specifications, and other details contained in this
manual may be modified for improvement without prior
notice.
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Getting Started
Precautions During Use
Location of Storage and Use
Energy Conservation
ⅷ Do not place this product at the following locations.
When this product is not used for a prolonged period of time,
turn off the power of the system for safety and energy
conservation purposes.
Doing so may cause the product to malfunction or break down.
● Hot or cold places beyond the allowable operating
temperature range of 0°C to +40°C.
● Humid places beyond the allowable humidity range of
30 % RH to 80 % RH (non-condensing).
● Places in the vicinity of a strong magnetic field, such as
near transformers or motors.
● Near equipment that emit radio waves, such as
transceivers or mobile phones.
LCD Screen
Leaving the LCD screen exposed to the sun will damage the
LCD screen. Do not place the product outdoors or near a
window.
● Places that are subject to dust or sand.
● Places that are subject to strong vibrations.
● Places that are susceptible to condensation, such as near
windows.
● Places that are subject to vapor or oil, such as kitchens.
● Places that emit radioactive rays or X-rays, and corrosive
gases.
Do not scratch or press hard on the LCD screen, or place
objects on top of the screen. Blotches may appear on the
screen and lead to malfunction of the LCD panel.
When using the product in cold places, horizontal stripes and
trailing images may appear or the screen may appear dark.
These are not malfunctions. The screen will appear normal
again when the temperature rises.
Continuous display of still images may cause residual images.
The screen will return to normal after some time.
When the product is in use, the screen or cabinet may become
warm. This is not a malfunction.
ⅷ Noise may occur in the images or their colors may change
when this product and the cable that is used to connect it are
used at a place that is subject to strong radio or magnetic
waves (e.g., near radios, TVs, transformers, or monitors).
Bright/Dark Spots
Handling the Product
Bright spots (red, blue or green) and dark spots that are
continuously lit up may appear on the screen.
An LCD panel is manufactured with extremely precise
technology. Although it consists of more than 99.99 % effective
pixels, it may exhibit a very small number of continuous bright or
dark spots on the screen.
ⅷ Insufficient ventilation may result in malfunction of this
product. Make sure that objects placed around this product
do not obstruct its ventilation.
ⅷ Do not place containers filled with water (vases, plants, cups,
cosmetics, drugs and so on) on top of this product. Water
getting into the interior of the equipment may result in fire
and electric shock.
Maintaining the LCD Screen
Moving the Product
The surface of an LCD screen is specially treated to control
reflections off the surface. Improper maintenance may affect the
performance of the screen. As such, please adhere to the
following points.
● Use a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or spectacles
cleaning cloth to lightly wipe off any dirt on the surface of the
screen.
Remove connection cables before moving this product
When moving this product, do so after turning off the power of
the connected camera, and make sure that you unplug the
cable from this product. Failure to do so may damage the cable
or cause fire or electric shock.
● When there is significant soiling, wipe using a soft cloth such
as a cleaning cloth or spectacles cleaning cloth, by dipping it
into a little amount of water.
● Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner, acidic, alkaline or
abrasive cleaning fluid, or chemical wiping cloth to clean the
screen as they will scratch the surface.
Maintenance
ⅷ Turn off the power of the connected camera before
performing maintenance of this product.
ⅷ Use a soft cloth to wipe the product. Do not wipe using
thinner or benzene, as doing so may cause the surface to
melt or turn cloudy. When there is significant soiling, wipe
using a cloth by dipping it in a neutral detergent that is diluted
with water, followed by cleaning using a dry cloth.
Disposal
● Do not dispose this product with other normal waste
products.
Do not throw the monitor into the rubbish that will be sent to
ⅷ The exterior of this product may be altered or the paint fall off
when come into contact with rubber or vinyl products for a
prolonged period of time.
the dumping-ground.
● The fluorescent tube of this product contains mercury. Follow
the rules and regulations of the local authorities for disposal.
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Names and Functions of Parts
(Front)
H
H
A
B
C
MENU
STATUS
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
D
PEAKING
E
F
G
1:1
FOCUS
ASSIST
H
● When connected to GY-HD250U and [VF SIGNAL] setting at
the camera is set to ARGBB, [PEAKING] adjustment at the
camera is forced to off.
● The above feature may not function depending on the
version of the camera’s software. For details, please consult
JVC’s authorized dealers.
A [MENU] Dial (Button)
Scroll up and down this dial to move up and down the cursor
(X) for selecting items when the Menu screen is displayed.
Press the dial to confirm the selected item.
B [STATUS/MENU] Button
F [1 : 1] Button
● When the normal screen is displayed, press this button to
Press this button to display the input video signals 1: 1 without
resizing. During this display, the [ASPECT MARKER], [SAFETY
ZONE], [CENTER MARK] display will be temporarily AOFFB.
exit the status display set in the Menu (ASPECT MARKER,
SAFETY ZONE, CENTER MARK, CAMERA NAME,
ZEBRA). Press this button again to display the status.
When the normal screen is displayed, press this button for more
than 1 second to display the Menu screen. When the Menu
screen is displayed, press this button to exit the Menu screen.
●
G [FOCUS ASSIST] Button
Press this button to display the focused area in color. Accurate
focusing can be done. (PEAKING cannot be adjusted.)
Note：
● Items where the [ASPECT MARKER], [SAFETY ZONE],
[CENTER MARK], [CAMERA NAME], [ZEBRA] display are
set to AOFFB in the Menu will not be displayed on the Status
screen even when this button is pressed.
Note：
● The color and level of the focused area can be changed at
the Menu screen. (A Page 14)
●
When connected to GY-HD250U and [VF SIGNAL] is set to
RGB at the camera LCD/VF MENU screen, set FOCUS
ASSIST at the camera to OFF . Settings at VF will be invalid.
A
B
C [BRIGHT] Adjustment Control
A
B
● When connected to GY-HD250U and the FOCUS ASSIST
setting on the camera is ON, pressing the [FOCUS ASSIST]
button of this product will display APLEASE CHECK
CAMERA SETTINGB.
● When connected to GY-HD250U, the product will not operate
under the following conditions.
During BARS ON, SKIN COLOR ADJUST or SKIN AREA
SW ON
● When connected to GY-HD250U, as the character being
output from the camera is recognized as focus area, set
[ANALOG OUTPUT CHAR.] at the camera to AOFFB.
This adjusts the brightness of the screen. Turn to the right to
brighten and turn to the left to darken.
D [CONTRAST] Adjustment Control
This adjusts the contrast of the screen. Turn to the right to increase
the contrast and turn to the left to decrease the contrast.
E [PEAKING] Adjustment Control
This adjusts the peaking of the screen. Turn to the right to
sharpen the contour and turn to the left to soften.
Caution：
H TALLY Lamp
● When this product is connected to GY-HD250U, the LCD
monitor display of the camera can be changed if you turn the
PEAKING control on the camera. However, the monitor
display at VF-HP840U cannot be changed. PEAKING for VF-
HP840U must be operated on VF-HP840U.
This displays the monitor status of the input screen in red or green.
When Tally PGM (Program) signals are input, the lamp lights up in red.
When Tally PVM (Preview) signals are input, the lamp lights up
in green.
When CALL signals are input, the lamp blinks in red.
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Getting Started
Names and Functions of Parts
(Rear)
M
N
I
DC INPUT
RETURN
VR CABLE
TALLY
ON
OFF
J
O
K
L
I [TALLY] Switch
M TALLY Lamp
This turns ON/OFF the TALLY lamp M.
This displays the monitor status of the input screen in red.
Only when Tally PGM (Program) signals are input, the lamp
lights up in red.
ON
: TALLY is enabled.
: TALLY is disabled.
OFF
Note：
Note：
● The TALLY lamp H at the screen operates regardless of this
switch.
● Use [TALLY] switch I to turn ON/OFF the display function of
this lamp.
J [DC INPUT] Terminal (XLR type, 4-pin)
N VF CABLE HOLDER
This product can operate by connecting to an external power
supply of DC 12 V. (When this product is connected to
KA-HD250U, this terminal does not have to be connected to an
external power supply.)
This holder clamps down the provided VF cable when
Note：
● Be sure to secure the VF cable with the holder as it prevents
the cable from slipping during connection. (A Page 9)
K [RETURN] Input Terminal
This is an input terminal for composite video signals or
signals.
O DIP Switch (A Page 17)
Some functions can be specified according to the usage of
individual users.
Note：
Note：
● Select the type of return video signals from the [RET VIDEO]
item on the [VIDEO FORMAT] menu screen of this product.
(A Page 15)
● Use the factory settings when connecting to the GY-HD250U
with KA-HD250U system.
● B&W screen will be displayed even when composite video
signals are input.
● During return video signal display, status display other than
[CAMERA NAME] will be AOFFB.
● The above feature may not function depending on the
version of the camera’s software. For details, please consult
JVC’s authorized dealers.
L [VF CABLE] Input Terminal
Connect this terminal to the KA-HD250U VF output terminal
(20-pin) with the provided VF cable.
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Setup
Connecting VF cable
Installation
When connecting the VF cable, be sure to turn off the POWER
switch on the camera or on the remote control unit first.
Connect the viewfinder [VF CABLE] terminal to the KA-HD250U
VF output terminal with the provided VF cable.
Mounting on KA-HD250U
VF Cable
1 Rotate the lock level as shown by the arrow ( ) in
the diagram below.
1 Insert the provided VF cable completely into the [VF
2 Align the bracket for viewfinder mount on top of
KA-HD250U with the groove at the viewfinder mount
base and insert from the back of the camera head
CABLE] terminal.
2 Loosen the set screw on the cable holder, tilt the
holder at an angle and insert the VF cable from the
bottom into the groove on the holder.
Cable holder
Mount Base
Set screw
Bracket for viewfinder mount
VF Cable
Lock Lever
3 Press the cable holder squarely against the main unit
and secure the set screw.
If the cable holder is slanted, the set screw cannot be
secured and it may damage the screw hole of the
main unit.
3 Rotate the viewfinder lock lever as shown in the
direction of the arrow ( ) and secure the viewfinder
to KA-HD250U.
(No good)
(Good)
Caution：
To reduce emission of unwanted radio waves, install a core
filter on the VF cable connecting GY-HD250U and KA-HD250U.
● Use the core filter (black) provided with GY-HD250U.
● Install the core filter (black) as close as possible to
KA-HD250U.
Lock Lever
Removing the viewfinder
1 Rotate the lock lever in an anticlockwise direction as
shown in the diagram below.
Core filter (black)
2
While pressing the Release button, slide the
viewfinder toward the back of the camera head and
remove.
Push
Note：
Release button
● Use KA-HD250U with identification letter from (A) onwards
on the name plate for connecting to this unit. If there is no
identification letter, consult JVC dealer.
Lock Lever
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Setup
Installation (continued)
Outputting images
1 When setting the POWER switch on remote control
or camera to AONB, image will be output on the
viewfinder.
Mounting hood cover (provided)
1 Align the hood cover with the groove on top of the
viewfinder screen and insert from the top.
Note：
● Depending on the system environment, it may take up to 40
seconds before the image is output.
2 Secure with the screw found under the center of the
viewfinder screen.
Adjusting picture quality
1 Turn the [BRIGHT] control to adjust the
brightness of the screen.
To brighten, turn to the right.
Screw
Caution：
● If the [BRIGHT] control is turned completely to the left,
images may not be output.
Adjusting position
MENU
STATUS
BRIGHT
[BRIGHT] control
1 To adjust the angle of the viewfinder, loosen the Pan/
Tilt Lock Handle and secure it at an appropriate angle
for visible viewing.
CONTRAST
[CONTRAST] control
PEAKING
[PEAKING] control
1:1
FOCUS
ASSIST
Note：
● The LCD screen may be difficult to see depending on the
view angle. Use the angle right in front of the screen.
2 Turn the [CONTRAST] control to adjust the
contrast of the screen.
To increase the contrast, turn to the right.
3 Turn the [PEAKING] control to adjust the peaking.
Panning
Note：
● You can adjust the freqency band where the contour is
emphasized with the [PEAKING] control under the
[PEAKING FREQ.] item of the [SHOOTING ASSIST] menu
screen. (A Page 14)
Tilt
Caution：
● After the power switch of the camera or the remote control
unit is turned off, wait for 10 seconds and above to turn on
the switch again.
Panning and Tilt Lock Handle
● Turning ON/OFF the power switch quickly may cause
malfunction.
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Menu
Entering camera name
Menu Setting Method
1 Display the [OTHERS] menu screen.
- - OTHERS - -
[MENU] dial
[MENU] button
MENU
CA
NAME ED I T
B L ACK& H I T E
ENU RESE T
PAGE BACK
M
ERA NA
M
E
ON
STATUS
BRIGHT
HP 8 4 0 U
COLOR
CANCE L
W
M
CONTRAST
PEAKING
1:1
FOCUS
ASSIST
1 Press the [MENU] button for 1 second or more
2 Turn the [MENU] dial to align the cursor to the
during normal screen display.
[NAME EDIT] item.
The [MAIN MENU] screen appears.
3 Press the [MENU] dial.
The first character blinks.
- -
M
A I N
M
ENU - -
M
ARKER SE T T I NG . .
SHOOT I NG ASS I S T . .
V I DEO FOR
OTHERS . .
EX I T
MA T . .
5 Press the [MENU] dial to confirm the character.
The next character blinks.
6 Repeat the above steps 3 and 4 to enter 6
characters.
2 Turn the [MENU] dial to align the cursor to the
To enter a title of less than 6 characters, use space.
menu screen you wish to set.
7 After all the characters are entered, press the
3 Press the [MENU] dial.
[MENU] button.
The selected menu screen appears.
● When the [EXIT] item on the [MAIN MENU] screen is
selected, this will return to the normal screen.
This returns to the normal screen.
Note：
● To display the camera name on the Status screen, set the
[CAMERA NAME] item in the [OTHERS] menu screen to
AONB.
- -
MARKER SE T T I NG - -
ASPECT T YPE
RA T I O
V I DEO
1 6 : 9
POS I T I ON
CENT ER
ON
ASPECT
T YPE
MARKER
L I NE +HA L F
ON
Returning menu settings to default settings
SA F E T Y ZONE
S I Z E
9 5
%
Note：
CENT ER
M
ARK
ON
● At the [OTHERS] menu screen, set [MENU RESET] item to
AEXECUTEB and press the [MENU] dial to return the menu
settings to default settings.
PAGE BACK
4 Turn the [MENU] dial to align the cursor to the
item for setting and press the [MENU] dial.
The item setting blinks.
● When the [PAGE BACK] item on the Menu screen is
selected, this will return to the [MAIN MENU] screen.
6
Press the [MENU] dial to stop the blinking of the setting.
7 To continue changing the settings, repeat the
above steps 3 to 6.
8
After all settings are complete, press the [MENU] button.
This returns to the normal screen.
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Menu
Menu screen content
The Menu screen consists of the following structure as shown below.
- -
M
A I N
M
ENU - -
- -
MARKER SE T T I NG - -
M
ARKER SE T T I NG . .
ASPECT T YPE
RA T I O
V I DEO
1 6 : 9
SHOOT I NG ASS I S T . .
V I DEO FOR
OTHERS . .
EX I T
M
A T . .
POS I T I ON
CENT ER
ON
ASPECT
T YPE
MARKER
L I NE +HA L F
ON
SA F E T Y ZONE
S I Z E
9 5
%
CENT ER
M
ARK
ON
PAGE BACK
- - SHOOT I NG ASS I S T - -
FOCUS ASS I S T
L EVE L
B L UE
M
I DD L E
Z EBRA
2 PA T T ERNS
TOP 1
8 0
7 0
%
%
BOT TO
TOP 2
M
M
1
2
OVER
8 0
BOT TO
%
PEAK I NG FREQ .
PAGE BACK
M
I DD L E
- - V I DEO
FOR
M
A T - -
MPONENT
I NPUT S I GNA L
F RAME RA T E
CO
6 0
FOR
M
A T
7 2 0 P
4 : 3
SD
ASPECT [ SD ]
RE T V I DEO
PAGE BACK
- - OTHERS - -
CA
NAME ED I T
B L ACK& H I T E
ENU RESE T
PAGE BACK
M
ERA NA
M
E
ON
HP 8 4 0 U
COLOR
CANCE L
W
M
MAIN MENU Screen
Menu Screen
Description
MARKER SETTING ..
SHOOTING ASSIST ..
VIDEO FORMAT ..
OTHERS ..
This item sets the various markers to be displayed in the images.
This item sets the shooting assist function.
This item sets the format for input video or return video input.
This item sets the camera name and initializes the menu.
This returns to the normal screen.
EXIT
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MARKER SETTING Menu Screen
Settings in bold are factory default settings.
Item
ASPECT TYPE
Setting Value
Description
This item sets the purpose of the marker.
VIDEO : Aspect for TV broadcast shooting
VIDEO
CINEMA
CINEMA : Aspect for cinema shooting
Note：
●
When the input format is 4:3, ACINEMAB cannot be selected.( [VIDEO] is displayed.)
RATIO When ASPECT
TYPE is set to
AVIDEOB
16:9
This item sets the aspect ratio of the marker. It displays the configured aspect
ratio of the marker. When set to A16:9+4:3B, the 16:9 and 4:3 marker are
displayed at the same time.
4:3
14:9
16:9+4:3
Note：
● A16:9+4:3B is displayed when the VIDEO FORMAT at the camera is HD
When ASPECT
TYPE is set to
ACINEMAB
2.35:1
1:66:1
1:75:1
1:85:1
mode.
POSITION
CENTER
C.HEADRM
This item sets the display position of the marker.
CENTER
: Sets the display position of the marker at the center of the screen.
: Sets the display position of the marker at the upper side of the screen.
C.HEADRM
Note：
● AC.HEADRMB can only be set when [RATIO] is A2.35:1B or A1:85:1B. For
other settings, [CENTER] will be displayed and setting is disabled.
ASPECT MARKER
OFF
ON
This item sets the marker outside the aspect area.
OFF
ON
: Cancels the marker outside the aspect area.
: Displays the marker outside the aspect area.
Note：
● When connected to GY-HD250U and [VF SIGNAL] is set to ARGBB at the
camera LCD/VF MENU screen, set SAFETY ZONE at the camera to
AOFFB. Settings at VF will be invalid.
● When camera output is set to BARS, this function is AOFFB during Return
Video display, 1:1 display and when status display is OFF.
TYPE
LINE
HALFTONE
LINE+HALF
This item sets the type of labeling for markers outside the aspect area.
LINE
: Displays the aspect area in lines.
HALFTONE
: Displays the image level outside the aspect area in half the
brightness.
LINE+HALF
: Displays the aspect area in lines and sets outside the area
in half the brightness.
SAFETY ZONE
OFF
ON
This item sets the marker inside the aspect area.
OFF
ON
: Cancels the marker inside the aspect area.
: Displays the marker inside the aspect area.
Note：
● When connected to GY-HD250U and [VF SIGNAL] is set to ARGBB at the
camera LCD/VF MENU screen, set SAFETY ZONE at the camera to
AOFFB. Settings at VF will be invalid.
● When camera output is set to BARS, this function is AOFFB during Return
Video display, 1:1 display and when status display is OFF.
● The above feature may not function depending on the version of the
camera's software. For details, please consult JVC's authorized dealers.
SIZE
95 %,
93 %, 90 %
88 %, 80 %
This item sets the display percentage for markers inside the aspect area.
CENTER MARK
This item sets whether to display markers in the center.
OFF
ON
: Cancels the center marker.
: Displays the center marker.
Note：
● When connected to GY-HD250U and [VF SIGNAL] is set to ARGBB at the
camera LCD/VF MENU screen, set SAFETY ZONE at the camera to
AOFFB. Settings at VF will be invalid.
● When camera output is set to BARS, this function is AOFFB during Return
Video display, 1:1 display and when status display is OFF.
PAGE BACK
^
This returns to the [MAIN MENU] screen
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Menu screen content
(continued)
SHOOTING ASSIST Menu Screen
Settings in bold are factory default settings.
Item
Setting Value
Description
FOCUS ASSIST
RED
GREEN
BLUE
This item sets the display color of the focus section when the FOCUS ASSIST
function is operated.
RED
: Displays the focus section in red.
GREEN : Displays the focus section in green.
BLUE
: Displays the focus section in blue.
Note：
● When connected to GY-HD250U and [VF SIGNAL] is set to ARGBB at the
camera LCD/VF MENU screen, set FOCUS ASSIST at the camera to
AOFFB. Settings at VF will be invalid.
LEVEL
ZEBRA
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
This item sets the focus level during the FOCUS ASSIST operation.
LOW
MIDDLE : Emphasizes the focus section.
HIGH : Further emphasizes the focus section.
: Displays the focus section.
OVER
Select whether to display Zebra and the display format.
1PATTERN
2PATTERNS
OFF
: Does not display Zebra.
: Displays the brightness set between [TOP1] and [BOTTOM1] in
Zebra.
: In addition to [1PATTERN], this displays the brightness set
between [TOP2] and [BOTTOM2] in Zebra.
1PATTERN
2PATTERNS
TOP1
5 % ~ 80 % ~ 100 % This item sets the upper limit of the brightness of Zebra 1.
OVER
5 %
~
100 % : Displays the brightness below this setting as Zebra. (The value
can be set in intervals of 5 %.)
OVER
: Cancels the upper limit of the brightness of the displayed Zebra.
Note：
●
When [ZEBRA] is set to AOFFB, [----] will be displayed and setting is disabled.
BOTTOM1
TOP2
0 % ~ 70 % ~ 100 % This item sets the lower limit of the brightness of Zebra 1.
0 % ~ 100 %: Displays the brightness above this setting as Zebra. (The value
can be set in intervals of 5 %.)
Note：
●
When [ZEBRA] is set to
AOFFB, [----] will be displayed and setting is disabled.
5 % ~ 100 %
OVER
This item sets the upper limit of the brightness of Zebra 2.
5 % ~ 100 %
: Displays the brightness below this setting as Zebra. (The value
can be set in intervals of 5 %.)
OVER
: Cancels the upper limit of the brightness of the displayed Zebra.
Note：
● When [ZEBRA] is set to AOFFB or A1PATTERNB, [----] will be displayed and
setting is disabled.
BOTTOM2
0 % ~ 80 % ~ 100 % This item sets the lower limit of the brightness of Zebra 2.
0 % ~ 100 %
: Displays the brightness above this setting as Zebra. (The value
can be set in intervals of 5 %.)
Note：
● When [ZEBRA] is set to AOFFB or A1PATTERNB, [----] will be displayed and
setting is disabled.
PEAKING FREQ.
PAGE BACK
LOW
MIDDLE
HIGH
This item sets the frequency band where the contour is emphasized with the
[PEAKING] control.
LOW
MIDDLE : Emphasizes the intermediate frequency band.
HIGH : Emphasizes the high frequency band.
: Emphasizes the low frequency band.
^
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VIDEO FORMAT Menu Screen
Settings in bold are factory default settings.
Item
INPUT SIGNAL
Setting Value
Description
COMPONENT
RGB
Select the input signal method of the [VF CABLE] terminal.
COMPONENT: Inputs YPbPr signals.
AUTO
RGB
: Inputs RGB signals. (FORMAT is fixed at [480I] or [576I].)
AUTO : Automatically recognizes input signals. When the screen is not
output normally with Auto Recognition, set to other setting.
Note：
●
The above feature may not function depending on the version of the
camera’s software. For details, please consult JVC’s authorized dealers.
FRAME RATE
60
50
This item sets the frame rate of the input signals.
60: Select this when the frame rate of the input signals is 60 Hz.
50: Select this when the frame rate of the input signals is 50 Hz.
FORMAT When FRAME
1080I
720P
480I
Select the format of the input signals.
1080I : Select this when the input signal is HD1080i.
720P : Select this when the input signal is HD720P.
RATE is set to
60
480I
576I
: Select this when the input signal is SD480i.
: Select this when the input signal is SD576i.
When FRAME
RATE is set to
50
1080I
720P
576I
ASPECT[SD]
4:3
16:9
This item sets the aspect of the screen display when SD signals are
input.
4:3
: Displays 4:3 input signals as-is.
16:9
: Displays 4:3 images in 16:9. This is valid when the input
signals are at SQUEEZE.
RET VIDEO
SD
Select the signal format of the return video signals.
720P
1080I
SD
: Select this during composite video signal input. Signals will be
output in black and white on the monitor.
720P : Select this during HD720P Y signal input.
1080I : Select this during HD1080i Y signal input.
PAGE BACK
^
This returns to the [MAIN MENU] screen
OTHERS Menu Screen
Settings in bold are factory default settings.
Item
Setting Value
OFF
ON
Description
CAMERA NAME
This item sets whether to display the camera name on the STATUS screen.
OFF
: Does not display.
ON
: Display.
Note：
● The camera name is not displayed during MENU display.
NAME EDIT
A to Z, 0 to 9, - . / [ ] Enter the camera name.
Up to 6 characters can be entered. (A Page 11)
The default setting is AHP840UB.
BLACK & WHITE
COLOR
B&W
This allows the images to be viewed in black and white.
COLOR : Displays color images.
B&W
: Displays B&W images.
Note：
● When connected to GY-HD250U and [VF SIGNAL] is set to ARGBB at the
camera LCD/VF MENU screen, set BLACK & WHITE at the camera to
ACOLORB.
MENU RESET
PAGE BACK
CANCEL
EXECUTE
This item returns all menu settings to factory default settings.
CANCEL
EXECUTE
: Cancels Menu Reset.
: Executes Menu Reset.
^
This returns to the [MAIN MENU] screen.
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Precautions when using
with GY-HD250U
Ⅵ Items that must be set at the camera
Setting Item
Setting Value
Remarks
VF SIGNAL
Set to ARGBB or ACOMPONENTB
Set to ASTUDIOB
TALLY SYSTEM
Operation is also possible with
settings other than ASTUDIOB
*1
Ⅵ Items with restricted operation at VF-HP840U depending on camera settings
Setting Item Setting Value Restricted Operation
VF SIGNAL RGB
When the following functions are valid under GY-HD250U setting, the settings in
*1
this product will be invalid.
SAFETY ZONE, ZEBRA, FOCUS ASSIST, BLACK & WHITE
COMPONENT
When the following functions are valid under GY-HD250U setting, the settings in
this product will be invalid.
ZEBRA
When connected to GY-HD250U, SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen displayed from
camera cannot be adjusted via this unit. When adjustment is required, adjust via
the camera.
TALLY SYSTEM
STUDIO
The TALLY lamp displays TALLY(PGM/PVM), CALL and warning from the
remote control.
*1
Other than STUDIO
The TALLY lamp displays the VTR operation status and warning.
*1 The above feature may not function depending on the version of the camera’s software. For details, please consult JVC’s
authorized dealers.
Terminal Specifications
VF Terminal
20-pin Connector
Pin No. Name
Level
1 Vp-p
^
IN/OUT
IN
DC INPUT Terminal
4-pin Connector
1
B/Pb
2
GND
^
IN
Pin No. Name
Level
^
IN/OUT
^
3
+12 V
+12 V
^
1
2
3
4
GND
NC
4
GND
^
IN
^
^
5
VF ON/OFF
G/Y
+12 V
1 Vp-p
^
NC
^
^
6
IN
+12 V
+12 V
IN
7
GND
^
IN
8
RM TALLY
RM PREVIEW TALLY
SDATA OUT
R/Pr
+3 V
+3 V
+3 V
1 Vp-p
^
[VF CABLE] connector
[DC INPUT] connector
9
IN
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
OUT
IN
2
7
3
8
4
9
1
6
5
4
1
10
3
2
12 13 14 15
17 18 19 20
11
16
GND
^
IN
SCLK
+3 V
+3 V
+3 V
+12 V
^
SDATA IN
SCS
IN
IN
2
7
4
9
3
8
1
6
5
+12 V
IN
10
GND
^
^
IN
11 12 13
15
20
14
19
NC
^
16
17
18
COM.DET
NC
0 V
^
^
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Setting Selection DIP Switch
Ⅵ DIP Switch 1
You can switch the setting (factory setting) for certain functions.
All DIP switches are set to "OFF" in the factory settings.
Setting for the power supply function
Function Setting to ON/OFF the backlight function when the
power is supplied from the [DC INPUT].
Method of opening
Remove the two screws fastening the cover on the bottom of
Setting
OFF
To ON/OFF the backlight
relative to the [POWER]
switch on the camera.
this product and open the cover.
Caution：
ON
Does not OFF the backlight
even when the [POWER]
switch on the camera is set
to OFF.
● Be sure to turn off the power before changing the settings of
the DIP switches.
Note：
● Use the factory settings when connecting to the GY-HD250U
with KA-HD250U system.
Ⅵ DIP Switch 2
Reserved switch. Make sure that this is set to “OFF” during use.
Ⅵ DIP Switch 3
Bottom view
Reserved switch. Make sure that this is set to “OFF” during use.
Ⅵ DIP Switch 4
Setting for the 75K termination function
Function Setting to ON/OFF the 75K termination for the
input video signals (excluding return video
signals).
Screw
Setting
OFF
With 75K termination
Cover
ON
Without 75K termination (Set
to “ON” when connecting to
KA-HD250U.)
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Check Point
Power does not turn on
Insert the VF cable or power cable fully.
Turn on the power supply of GY-HD250U/RM-HP250U.
There are no images.
Insert the VF cable fully.
Turn on the power supply of GY-HD250U/RM-HP250U and set the correct
settings.
The color is funny/There is no color
Insert the VF cable or power cable fully.
Adjust the [CONTRAST] and [BRIGHT] of the image adjustment controls.
VF-HP840U wrong? Set the correct settings.
Blurry images
The field angle size of the viewfinder is
Check the settings on page 15.
wrong
The images appear to be in chaos
Zebra display is inccorect
Check the settings on page 15.
Is the Zebra setting at the camera set to AONB? Set to AOFFB. See page 14.
Set the FOCUS ASSIST function on the camera to AOFFB.
When the [FOCUS ASSIST] button is
pressed, APLEASE CHECK CAMERA
SETTINGB is displayed.
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Ⅵ Accessories
Instruction Manual
Specifications
1
1
1
1
Warranty Card
VF Cable
Ⅵ General
Hood Cover
Connected Target Equipment
Power Supply
:
:
KA-HD250U
12 V DC (11 V DC to
18 V DC)
Power Consumption
Ambient Temperature
Allowable Operating Humidity
Mass
:
:
:
:
Approx. 13 W and below
0 °C to 40 °C
30 % RH to 80 % RH
1.6 kg (excluding hood)
1.9 kg (including hood)
Dimension
:
W 261 x D 96 x H 261 mm
(excluding hood)
W 261 x D 195 x H 261 mm
(including hood)
Ⅵ LCD Specifications
Screen Size
:
:
:
:
:
8.4 Inch
Aspect Ratio
LCD Panel
4:3
TFT-LCD
Resolution
1024 x 768 dots (XGA)
Display Color
Approx. 16.77 million
colors
View Angle (Standard)
:
60°/50°/65°/65°
(Top/Bottom/Left/Right)
Brightness
:
:
:
300 cd/m²
400:1
Contrast Ratio
Supported Video Signal Format
480/60i (NTSC), 720/
60P, 1080/60i, 576/50i
(PAL), 720/50P, 1080/50i
Ⅵ Input Terminal
Return Video Input
:
:
Composite signals or
HDTV component signals
(Y signal only)
1 V(p-p), 75 K,
unbalanced (BNC)
DC INPUT
12 V DC, 1.08 A and
below
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Dimensional Outline Drawing (Unit: mm)
Without Hood
With Hood
195
184
90
12
67
261
MENU
STATUS
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
PEAKING
1:1
FOCUS
ASSIST
The specifications and appearance of this product and other related products may be modified for improvement without prior notice.
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贩卖商名 杰伟世 （中国）投资有限公司
住址
北京市朝阳区光华路 12A 号北京科伦大厦 316 室
2008 年 2 月 1 日
出版日
日本 JVC 公司
© 2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
LST0662-001B
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