The Professional Choice
ProHD —
Concept of
JVC’s Affordable HD
Solution
1. HDV Full Progressive Scanning (720p)
Industry leading professionals told us that they wanted a
progressive scanning system that would shoot and record the
highest quality continuous moving images. ProHD uses the 720
progressive HDV format and produces crisp, native HD images
which perfectly match today’s digital displays and which can be
converted easily, without degradation, to interlaced scanning
pictures.
2. Time Code
As a professional system, ProHD products include the facility to
record and display timecode. Convenient menu operation makes
it easy to preset time code at the beginning of a tape. Simply
select REC RUN or re-generation mode. User bits are also
available.
3. Highly efficient video compression
To provide the highest quality HD recording, JVC uses the
broadcast industry standard MPEG-2 Main Profile at HL-14.
Offering far greater efficiency than frame-bound systems, ProHD
records at data rates at or above commercial broadcast rates.
Recent advancements in non-linear editing have made it possible
to edit ProHD on virtually all popular Non-Linear systems. Direct
digital transfers through IEEE 1394 ensure the quality is
maintained throughout the transfer process.
4. Dual recording system
Designed to utilise both DV tape and hard disk drives, ProHD
offers the ultimate in media versatility, maximising productivity
with efficient, economical editing and low-cost archiving. Now
you can safely archive the original tape cassette and then plug
the hard disk straight into your NLE. Editing can start right away
— no need to make dubs or transfer data.
5. Real 24p
With ProHD, the dream of creating HD video with the essence of
film has at last been realised. By capturing and recording at the
film frame rate of 24fps, and offering extensive user configurable
settings such as exposure, gamma and detail, ProHD becomes
an important tool for creative expression. For the ultimate
expression on the big screen, 24 frame progressive recordings
can be transferred easily to 16 mm or 35 mm film.
BR-HD50
GY-HD110/GY-HD111
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Advantages of ProHD
played in slow motion, each individual frame contains the full
detail of the original image — excellent for viewing and
analysing motion. Stills and prints captured from HD
progressive video look far better than from interlaced video. In
any case, today’s flat panel television displays and fixed matrix
projectors, such as D-ILA, DLP and LCD, are all native
progressive scanning systems. This means that JVC’s
progressive HDV recordings can be displayed without
imperfection, because they do not need to pass through the
degenerative process of de-interlacing, prior to being
displayed.
1.HDV format
HDV is a video format
designed to enable the
recording of high definition
MPEG-2 video on standard
DV media (DV or MiniDV
cassette tape). The HDV
format was defined by four companies: Canon Inc., Sharp
Corporation, Sony Corporation, and Victor Company of Japan,
Limited (JVC). The specification of
the HDV format incorporates two
versions, one progressive (720p)
and the other interlaced
(1080i). HDV uses the same
track pitch and tape speed as
the DV format, and therefore
the recording times are the
same length as the DV
format.
2.HD Progressive
(720p) format for
high quality moving
pictures and digital stills
Ⅵ Progressive scanning
The new ProHD products use the same progressive
scanning system as used in all high-end HDTV cameras.
Progressive scanning systems uniquely
capture and store full frames of image
information. It is a very simple process to
convert a progressive signal to
interlaced, but not vice versa. When
progressive recordings are frozen or
Ⅵ Multi-format output (BR-HD50)
Progressively scanned pictures are converted easily to the
interlaced format by extracting the odd lines from progressive
frame 1 and the even lines from progressive frame 2 to create
the two fields required for each interlaced frame. Not only
does the BR-HD50 output its native 720p, but also its built-in
scan converter can generate 1080i and standard definition
signals. Converting the other way, to progressive from interlaced,
presents a much greater technical challenge, requiring both
hardware and motion analysis software to achieve
satisfactory results.
Ⅵ Blu-ray and HD-DVD compatible
The IEEE 1394 connector provides a digital
output for editing & recording and for direct
transfer to the new generation DVD formats
(Blu-ray and HD-DVD). ProHD camcorders and
recorders, with their native MPEG-2 TS
(Transport Stream), provide a recording signal
which is easily transferred to these new DVD
formats. This ensures no loss of picture quality.
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Ⅵ HDV and DV compatibility
3.Real 24p
The HDV format uses the same recording track pitch (10 µm)
as Professional DV, meaning that ProHD also offers track pitch
compatibility with the DV format and the same recording time.
This remarkable HD recording capability was achieved by
developing a new high-power MPEG codec system capable of
maintaining high-definition picture quality, whilst compressing
the data to 19.7 Mbps bit rate. With its superior resolution and
advanced processing, ProHD delivers top performance in both
its native 16:9 HD mode and in the SD mode. The facility to
make recordings in either HD or SD makes ProHD the ideal
choice for professionals not quite ready to make the full
transition to HD.
24p Progressive Full HD images are ideal for cinematographic
applications. From shooting to editing and distribution, an HD
system can be established for film-like productions. Unlike 24p
images in standard definition, when real 24p HD video is
down-converted to SD, the result is truly film-like DVDs. The
camcorder itself, with its video lens removed and replaced by a
film lens converter system, such as the Mini 35 from P & S
Technik, effectively becomes a digital film camera.
4.JVC’s dual recording system
The optional JVC Hard Disk Recorder DR-HD100 creates a
dual recording system of tape and hard disk. This system is
already utilised by Professional DV users the world over. The
many advantages inherent in JVC’s dual recording system of
tape & hard disk drive are well appreciated. It was only natural
that JVC’s range of ProHD models would include a
Hard Disk Drive recorder and one that can operate
equally in DV and HDV modes. The dual recording
system provides fast and efficient HDD-based
editing and cost-effective archiving, using low-cost
tapes. Thanks to the newly developed MPEG-2
encoding IC, high-quality pictures can be
Ⅵ Progressive HDV-compatible support
To maximise picture quality and performance from input to
output, JVC employs the HDV 720 progressive system.
Progressive HDV’s resolution of 1280 x 720 is the same as
the native resolution of most HD display devices in use
today (LCD, plasma, DLP, D-ILA). HDV
720p is thus natively compatible in
terms of both resolution and
scanning system with the vast
majority of today’s HD displays.
recorded on readily available compact DV
cassettes, so running costs are minimal. As no
special equipment or exclusive media are
required, the operating costs of the total system
can be kept low. The DR-HD100 is mounted
at the rear of the camcorder, utilising an
optional bracket which is provided by the leading
battery systems manufacturers.
The GY-HD110, fitted with Mini 35 film adapter from P & S Technik, becomes a digital film camera.
What’s new on GY-HD110 and GY-HD111
(compared with GY-HD100)
Ⅲ Black & white viewfinder display mode
Ⅲ Simultaneous use of both eyepiece viewfinder and
tri-mode LCD display when powered by Anton
Bauer, IDX or PAG battery system
Ⅲ Selectable mirror mode on vertically flipped LCD
display
Ⅲ Adjustable setting of FOCUS ASSIST function
Ⅲ Choice of 3 image formats on composite out
(letterbox, squeeze, side cut)
Ⅲ User-adjustable DNR level menu setting
Ⅲ 13 segments audio level indicator
Ⅲ Manual audio control within FAS (Full auto shooting) mode
Ⅲ Audio limiter available in manual mode
Ⅲ Parallel off power management of DR-HD100 recorder (GY-HD111 only)
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GY-HD110 Outputs and Applications
Signal: 576i digital component throughout.
Standard Definition Production
Application: Integration with existing
SD editing equipment plus
GY-HD110
additional facility for true
native 16:9 origination.
DR-HD100
NLE
IEEE 1394
576i
The compact size and wealth
of professional features of the
GY-HD110 apply just as much
to the SD user as to those
working in High Definition.
Existing DV equipment and
accessories can continue to
be used with the GY-HD110.
However its three CCDs with
1280 x 720 pixel resolution
ensure high quality images
with superb colourimetry in
both widescreen 16:9 modes
and also in a standard 4:3
aspect ratio.
Standard Definition formats
currently in use to those
in demand for the coming
HD standards.
BR-HD50
BR-DV3000
For those upgrading in the
future to High Definition, the
GY-HD110 will provide a
seamless link from the
DV
576i
Signal: 720p 24.
Film School
Application: Acquisition for cinematography,
transfer to film & video assist.
GY-HD110
MATTE
BOX
LASER PRINTER
From the native uncompressed
720p signal, the GY-HD110
camcorder can be set to
generate the HDVô compliant
720p 24 recording signal which
can record to cassette or to
hard disk recorder. The
recordings can then be fed in
and out of an appropriate NLE
and so to a film laser printer,
without any requirement for
cross-conversion, either from
25p by way of 4% speed
A further advantage of the
GY-HD110 for film schools is
that accessories allow the
camcorder to be transformed
into a digital film camera. The
PL-mount adaptor allows prime
film lenses to be deployed and
also a matte box. Since the
optional add-on DR-HD100
hard disk recorder will also
record the HDVô for mat of
720p 24, many hours at a time
can be put ìin the canî.
PRIME
LENSES
1/3" TO 'PL'
MOUNT
ADAPTOR
HDVô
720p24
For the film shooting
720p24
application of ìvideo assistî,
even standard definition
recording can be set to 24p
progressive to capture perfectly
the film effect.
TAPE
BR-HD50
NLE
change or from 30p by process
of 3:2 pull-down.
Signal: 720p 60/50, 720p 30/25, 1080i 60/50,
Multi Standard Flexibility
and 576i 50.
Application: Various, where material is
to be matched with existing
footage or images captured
on another format.
720p 60/50
720p 30/25
1080i 60/50
576i 50
GY-HD110
The diagram shows the video
signals that are commonly found a result of the original material
in HD and SD production in being recorded in a progressive
Europe. Specifically this diagram format, which allows for easier
This flexibility comes in part as
illustrates how these signals are
directly available from either the
GY-HD110 or the BR-HD50 via
a tape recorded in the native
720p 30/25 format on either of
these devices.
and more effective conversion
to other formats than if the
original had been recorded as
an interlaced signal.
720p 30/25
1080i 60/50
576i 50
REC 720p 30/25
BR-HD50
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Signal: 720p 50 and 720p 60
Live HD
uncompressed HD.
Application: Live event broadcasting
GY-HD110
and recording.
DT-V1710CG
MONITOR
720p 60/50
HD SDI
720p 60/50
The signal natively generated
inside the GY-HD110 is the
uncompressed 720p progressive progressive signal will be
In a typical live application the
uncompressed 1280 x 720
VIDEO SERVER
HD SWITCHER
HD SDI
ENCODER
HD format, selectable as either
720p 50 or 720p 60. This signal
is available as a live output
direct from the camera head.
This is ideal for the generation
of live pictures at sporting or
music events, or indeed at any
event where live HD
encoded to HD SDI for feeding
into a video server, an HD
switcher or a microwave link.
and 720p 60, according to
the ultimate destination of the
programme in question.
Added flexibility is given to
the production company or
broadcaster because the
European model GY-HD110 is
switchable between 720p 50
MPEG2 ENCODER
MICROWAVE
broadcasting is required.
Signal: 720p 25 and 720p 30 and 720p 24.
HD Acquisition
Application: Acquisition for HD.
GY-HD110
DR-HD100
HARD DISK DRIVE
NLE
From the native uncompressed
720p 50 or 720p 60 signal, the
GY-HD110 camcorder
translation into interlaced
formats if so required.
1080i*
720p
IEEE 1394
generates an HDVô compliant
recording signal. The choice of
selectable HDVô recording
signals is from 720p 25, 720p
24 and 720p 30 which can be
sent to either the built-in tape
cassette or to the add-on hard
disk recorder, or to both at the
same time. The recordings can
then be fed directly into an NLE
for editing purposes. The
A low cost way to archive the HD
footage from both the MiniDV
cassettes and the hard disk
recorder, or indeed from the NLE
itself, is to dub it across to the
BR-HD50, which records HD on
standard size DV cassettes up to
4.6 hrs in length.
Also, if the camcorder and
recorder are being used to
achieve precise cinematographic
effects, then recording in 720p
24 is available.
SD*
BR-HD50
TAPE
720p 30/25
720p24
HDVô
* NLE Dependant
progressive nature of the
pictures allow for easier
Signal: 720p 30/25.
HD Acquisition & Archive with SD Delivery
Application: Delivery of the same video
programme in SD today and
in HD tomorrow, using same
source footage.
GY-HD110
NLE
BR-HD50
720p 30/25
Whilst todayís client may only
want a standard definition DVD
copy of the corporate
promotion, wedding or sporting
event, there is good reason to
be capable of high definition
storage and display.
SD*
SD*
With HDV being recorded on
exactly the same mini and
BR-HD50 takes both the mini
and standard-size cassette,
with the latter providing more
than 4 hourís capacity.
SD
DELIVERY
originate the footage in HD. With standard-size cassettes as
the increasing development of
HD in the consumer arena,
future copies or versions may
be produced which will benefit
from the larger flat panel
professional DV (Standard
Definition), the archiving of
HD footage on tape cassettes
is very cost-effective. The
GY-HD110 takes the mini
cassette with more than
1-hourís duration and the
So, the tag-line for HD is the
same as for SD: Cost-effective
acquisition and archiving, but
now we can add the words:
with built-in future-proofing.
HD TAPE ARCHIVE
DVD
DVD RECORDER
displays and consumer
playback devices which will all
* NLE Dependant
Note: GY-HD110 and BR-HD50 cannot be used as a 60 Hz — 50Hz converter.
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Totally professional compact shoulder camcorder
with Full Progressive HD and Real 24p
Interchangeable HD lenses
720p/50 & 720p/60 live outputs
LCD colour viewfinder and LCD panel
Compact shoulder mount
ProHD lens
Ⅵ Detachable HD zoom lens
(Bayonet mount)
Ⅵ Mechanical control of zoom,
focus and Iris
Actual Size
Optional lens accessories
Ⅵ Matte Box Ⅵ Filter kit Ⅵ Wide angle converter
Ⅵ 1/2-inch and 2/3-inch bayonet mount converters available from JVC
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GY-HD110
GY-HD111
ProHD Compact Shoulder Camcorder (HDV/DV output only)
ProHD Compact Shoulder Camcorder (HDV/DV Input/output)
Professional viewfinder
Ⅵ Detachable professional eyepiece colour viewfinder,
switchable to monochrome
Ⅵ Patented “FOCUS ASSIST” function enables fast,
easy and accurate focusing in both the viewfinder
and LCD display, especially useful for HD shooting
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As the first HD camcorder to feature a 1/3”
bayonet mount for interchangeability, this 3-CCD
HDV and DV camcorder is compatible with a wide
selection of HD lenses. Its compact design,
comprehensive
Professional specifications
HDV and DV compatible
As the HDV format uses the same recording track pitch as
Professional DV, the GY-HD110 can record signals in either standard
or high definition according to the user’s needs.
professional features
and excellent
portability make the
GY-HD110 today’s
Real 24p camcorder
The GY-HD110 is a professional high-definition camcorder featuring
real HD 24p recording capability — previously available on only the
most expensive HD cameras. With HD progressive 24 frame per
second recording, images can be shot with film-like quality and
smooth motion which is ideal for DVD production.
most affordable
professional HD video
acquisition device.
Interchangeable HD lenses
The GY-HD110 features a standard professional 1/3" bayonet lens
mount that allows the use of other professional HD lenses. By using
the optional mount adapters, it is possible to use existing 1/2" and
2/3" bayonet mount lenses.
3-CCD camera system with new 720p HD CCDs
The GY-HD110 uses three newly developed 1/3” high definition CCD
image sensors, each array has a pixel resolution of 1280 x 720 and
uses a micro lens system. Since this native resolution matches that
of most HDTV displays, the need for image scaling is eliminated,
further enhancing the quality of the recorded images. Other
advantages of these CCDs include sophisticated circuitry that
virtually eliminates lag and image burn.
Uncompressed 720p/50 and 720p/60 live signal output
In addition to providing superior quality HD recording in the 24p
format, the GY-HD110 can output an analogue component 720p HD
signal at 50 or 60 frames per second which is ideal for live
broadcasting. Via a third-party HD SDI converter, the uncompressed
full-resolution signal can be fed into a video server, HD switcher or
microwave link.
Two XLR audio inputs
To record high-quality digital audio, the camcorder has two XLR
connectors with independent controls for each channel.
SD memory
card
Professional functions
Ⅵ Camera setups
can be stored
on an SD card,
allowing more
flexibility and
faster set-up in
the field
Compact shoulder mount
The first fully professional HD camcorders to be of compact design
and to feature a shoulder mount, the GY-HD100 and now
the GY-HD110 offer excellent mobility and enhanced usability. The
range of ergonomic adjustments ensures that any camera operator,
regardless of their stature and physique, can support the camcorder
firmly and, above all, comfortably.
Professional functions and switch layout
In addition to the Full Auto Shooting to handle difficult or variable
lighting environments, the GY-HD110 is equipped with an array of
functions that give professionals creative flexibility. These include,
amongst others, zebra, gain, white balance and full shutter control.
Also, the GY-HD110’s switches have been positioned where
professional camera operators expect them to be. Shooting is
intuitive, precise, easy, and error-free, because there is no learning
process to go through. The GY-HD110 is the ideal camera for any
assignment.
External HDD Capability
Ⅵ HDD recording of HD pictures possible
via optional 40GB or 80GB version of DR-
HD100, giving 3-1/2 and 7 hours recording
times respectively
Ⅵ With DTE™ (Direct to Edit) technology, video,
audio, time code and control information can
be directly transferred from the camcorder into
an NLE system, or the HDD instantly transforms
into a source drive
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GY-HD110
GY-HD111
ProHD Compact Shoulder Camcorder (HDV/DV output only)
ProHD Compact Shoulder Camcorder (HDV/DV Input/output)
Professional Quality
Ⅵ Rugged die-cast metal alloy body
Ⅵ Sliding shoulder pad
Ⅵ Adjustable stabiliser pad with audio
monitor
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Versatility and flexibility
Professional functions (cont’d)
Full Auto Shooting
Real-time playback capability
In an emergency, or when there is no time to pause and adjust the
white balance or change the gain, the Full Auto Shooting mode
provides simple point-and-shoot operation, leaving the operator only to
zoom, focus, and press the record button. Activating Full Auto
Shooting puts the camera into the Auto Iris mode, even when the lens
is set to manual. Automatic Video Level Control (ALC) is also activated,
along with Extended Electronic Iris (EEI), providing both variable gain
and variable shutter and Full Auto White to follow any changes in
colour temperature. This means that you can shoot continuously from
darkness into bright light, from indoors to outdoors, without having to
adjust gain, iris, white balance or ND filter. On the other hand, you can
control the audio level during Full Auto Shooting, manually adjusting it
as desired.
Because the GY-HD110 is able to convert the recorded HDV 720p
signal to other different HD signal types, and do the conversion in real
time, it is a very fast and versatile HD device, which is able to maintain
HD signal quality at all times.
Easy transfer to 16 mm or 35 mm film
Specially designed to facilitate transfer to 16 mm or 35 mm film, the
GY-HD110 enables recordings to be transferred with full HD fidelity,
without frame rate conversion.
Camera settings recorded on SD card
Customised settings can be stored on a standard SD memory card and
loaded into another GY-HD110 or changed on site, as required.
Colour matrix
IEEE 1394 interface
A sophisticated six-axis colour matrix circuit is
effective in compensating for any colour
A convenient IEEE 1394 bus interface makes for
easy direct connection to NLE systems or to a
PC for downloading, editing and archiving.
aberrations caused by the lens optics. This is
most important with interchangeable lenses to
ensure natural and faithful tones at all times. Several
colour matrix presets are provided to give more creative
control over the look and feel of the video content.
Three-mode composite out
To display the image, three modes (Letterbox, Squeeze and Side Cut)
are available.
Letterbox: Masks upper and lower parts of the image.
Squeeze: Squeezes the image electronically.
Side Cut: Cuts off the right and left sides of the image.
Detachable 230,000-pixel LCD colour viewfinder
The viewfinder’s eyepiece can be moved backwards and forwards and
can also be adjusted laterally for left or right eye shooting, so the
viewfinder can fit any operator comfortably. JVC’s own developed
Focus Assist control (see this page) ensures fast and easy focusing. To
make focusing even easier, a black and white mode is available.
Stronger contrast and reduced colour noise make visualisation and
composition easier in this mode and put less strain on your eyes so
you can shoot for longer periods. You can also keep using the
viewfinder even when using the LCD display. If not required, the
viewfinder may be detached.
User-friendly design
Universal ergonomic design
Adapts to fit anybody comfortably because of the shoulder pad that
can be moved back and forth, the left-eye right-eye viewfinder with
eyepiece that can also be adjusted back and forth, and the padded
audio monitor that adjusts up & down.
3.5" LCD display panel*
This 250,000-pixel 3.5" colour TFT LCD
monitor provides a high-resolution image
during shooting and playback. JVC’s own
developed Focus Assist control (see this page)
ensures fast and easy focusing. A push button
selects three display modes:
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Patented “FOCUS ASSIST” function
A JVC patented device, Focus Assist, turns focusing into an easy, fast
and accurate process. When Focus Assist is activated, the picture in
the viewfinder becomes monochrome and all objects which are in focus
take on a coloured fringe. In addition to the factory default Middle
position, Low and High positions are available. In the Low position, you
can limit the area in focus for more precise focusing. This is particularly
helpful when using the technique of pulling focus. Focus Assist works
equally in the 0.44" viewfinder and the 3.5” LCD panel. There are two
Focus Assist buttons, one for each of handheld and shoulder operation.
1. Video only
2. Video images with text information overlay including time, status,
mode and other data are shown on the screen.
3. Only information such as time, status, mode, time code, audio levels
and other data is shown on the screen. When the LCD display
panel is in this mode, the viewfinder can also be used.
*When powered by Anton Bauer, IDX or PAG battery system.
LCD mirror mode
When the LCD panel is rotated towards the subject, mirror mode can
be selected to display an image on the LCD screen, which, in terms of
left and right, is exactly the same as the image in the eyepiece
viewfinder. This is a very useful feature for TV news reporters when
talking to camera on a self-operated video reporting system. Normal or
Mirror mode is selected in the menu.
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Out-of-focus image
In-focus image
The edge of the in-focus subject is shown in
colour, telling the operator that the subject is in
focus. One main benefit of this system is that it
operates in real time.
Various audio-related functions
Variety of optional lenses
When colour bars are output, an audio reference level (test tone) can also
be output if required. This is requested via the menu. The audio reference
level can be set at -12 dB or -20 dB as required. To minimise extraneous
noise picked up by the microphone, a "wind cut" function is provided.
In addition to a standard detachable 16x servo Fujinon lens, a wide
range of options are available, including a 13x (3.5 mm) wide zoom
lens, a wide angle converter for the standard 16x lens, and adapters
that allow 1/2" and 2/3" bayonet mount lenses to be used.
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Cinema mode
Compatible with popular NLE systems for HDV and DV editing
DTE technology permits the DR-HD100 recording data in HDV and
TM
Cinema mode colour is available in the set-up menu, which
automatically adjusts the gamma curve and colour matrix to give that
film look.
DV to be set to the NLE’s native file format. This means that no time is
lost to the lengthy processes of file transfer and rendering. Use
DR-HD100 instantly with the most popular applications from Adobe,
Apple, Avid, Canopus and many more. As new application support is
released, the DR-HD100 can be updated in the field with new system
software, by an easy process using the disk drive itself.
Connect to the optional external HDD
The camcorder has a hard disk drive accessory option, DR-HD100,
which connects via the IEEE 1394 port, allowing footage to be edited
immediately without having to wait for data to be transferred.
Integrated with camcorder and disk drive operation
Attached with the GY-HD111, the DR-HD100’s record and
record/pause functions are controlled from the camcorder. Time code
generated by the camcorder is recorded to files on the DR-HD100 and
DR-HD100 status and other information appears in the viewfinder and
LCD display.
Colour bars
A colour bars generator is built in.
Other features
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Knee point select
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Black stretch & black compress
Full Auto White (FAW)
Iris level adjustment
Detail correction
Detail V & H balance
Skin detail detection
White clip select
7.5 IRE setup ON/OFF
Locked audio (16-bit, 48 kHz only)
Automatic level control (ALC)
System file selection
Variable, slow shutter
Gamma control
Long record times
This hard disk drive option extends uninterrupted record time by hours.
For example, an 80GB FireWire drive can store 6 hours of DV video
and 7.5 hours of HDV video, and a 40GB drive does half these times.
It is possible also to daisy chain up to four external drives of different
capacities to the DR-HD100, enabling uninterrupted recording of
incredibly long durations.
Auto black level
DR-HD100 Hard Disk Drive incorporating the
latest DTE (Direct to EditTM) technology
Connects to GY-HD111 camcorder
LCD display and playback modes
The DR-HD100 has been designed specifically to attach to the
GY-HD111 camcorder. Interlocked to the camcorder’s record trigger,
HD and SD images can be recorded together with audio and time
code. It is powered by either a built-in rechargeable or an external
battery. The DR-HD100 is supplied with its own cradle, from which it is
detached easily. Optional bracketry is available for mounting the HDD
recorder at the rear of the camcorder.
The DR-HD100 features a detailed LCD that displays system mode, time
code and disk space remaining. When used with the GY-HD111
camcorder (with external HDV & DV input) clips can be reviewed on the
viewfinder, LCD panel or external monitor, by using DR-HD100’s playback
mode. Functions include record, play, pause, stop, forward index, back
index and multi speed fast forward and rewind.
System configuration
Microphone
MV-P615U
Zoom servo control
HZ-ZS13BU
Headphone x2
Component cable
RCA pin
Monitor
GY-HD110/HD111
Standard Package
Microphone
Composite cable
RCA Pin
Microphone holder
View Finder
IDX
Battery mount
(for GY-HD110) Endura
Battery
Battery charger
Cheek pad
1/3" Wide Zoom Lens
Th13x3.5BRMU (FUJINON)
Audio Cable
Stereo-Mini –
RCA pin
Video Light
UL2-20
Anton Bauer
Battery mount
(for GY-HD110) DIONIC 90
Battery
Battery charger
Battery
BN-V428U
Battery
BN-V438U
Wide Converter
WCV-82SC
1/3" Zoom Lens
(for Th16x5.5BRMU)
Th16x5.5BRMU
IEEE 1394 cable
6p-6p
HDD Unit
DR-HD100
Focus manual control
(for Th16x5.5BRMU)
Apple
SD
Memory
Card
AC Adapter Charger
AA-P30U(EK)/U(EG)
V-mount adapter
& Tripod base
KA-551U
Mount Converter
（1/2" →1/3" )
ACM-12
IEEE 1394 cable
6pin
1/2" Zoom Lens
Non-Linear Editing system
BR-HD50
Mount Converter
（2/3" →1/3" )
2/3" Zoom Lens
ACM-17
IEEE 1394 cable
6p-6p
Focus manual control
HZ-FM13U(FUJINON)
(Cannot use for S14X7.3B12U and
Th16X5.5BRMU)
Tripod
HZ-FM15U(CANON)
HDMI Cable
HDMI-DVID
LCD Monitor
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BR-HD50
ProHD Recorder/Player
Advanced HD performance in a compact, uncomplicated
The companion model to the GY-HD110, this HDV and
DV recorder / player is designed to transfer video and
audio data to an NLE editing system. Optimised for use
with a wide variety of existing systems and formats, this
unit features switchable HDV and DV modes and
analogue outputs. It can connect also to a plasma or an
LCD panel equipped with an HDMI connector and be
used as a low-cost viewer. With its low cost and high
flexibility, the BR-HD50 is ideal for any facility looking for
Recording system
The BR-HD50 can record signals in 720p/24, 25 & 30, 480p/60 &
a smooth upgrade path from standard definition to high
definition production.
576p/50 and in 576i/50 & 576p/25.
Standard DV & Mini DV compatible mechanism
Proven on JVC’s Professional DV recorders, this mechanism not only
provides high stability, but also accommodates both Standard DV and
Mini DV cassettes without the need for a cassette adapter.
Professional design
DVCAM playback capability
DVCAM recordings can be played back directly on the BR-HD50 in SD
mode. This means that DVCAM recordings can easily be used as
source material for editing.
HDV recording
As the HDV format uses the same recording track pitch as Professional
DV, the BR-HD50 can record signals in either standard or high definition
depending on the user's needs.
Multi-format output and Cross-converter function
A sophisticated cross-converter function enables output of not only
720p signals, but also 1080i, 576p and 576i signals. So, thanks to
switchable HDV and DV recording modes, plus DVCAM playback, this
recorder / player is a real asset for any existing editing system.
Stable high picture quality
Auto error correction system
JVC has developed an auto error
correction system that operates
on a frame-by-frame basis to
ensure accurate error
HDV 60Hz and 50Hz compatibility
Switch between HDV 60 Hz or 50 Hz as required. This makes it easy to
work with internationally sourced material and transfer it to a non-linear
system for editing. You can also record to Standard DV or Mini DV tape
in either HDV 60 Hz or 50 Hz.
*Cannot be used as an HDV 60 Hz - 50 Hz converter. The BR-HD50 can record and play back
signals in both HDV 60 Hz and 50 Hz formats.
compensation during playback.
After optimally calibrating the
playback RF waveform with a
pre-filter circuit, the VCO (voltage
control oscillator) voltage is
(Before correction)
With block noise
(After correction)
Without block noise
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recorder/player with multi-format video output
changed so that the data reading of
the clock phase is shifted to the
position where the error rate is
lowest. The result is accurate,
consistent suppression of block
noise and reliable, professional
standard performance at all times.
BNC connectors for analogue component output in HD and SD and
also for composite input & output. Y/C input & output connectors are
4-pin mini DIN.
Sweeper head
Upper drum
Record/play
head
Record/play
head
User-friendly design
Sweeper head
Large full counter
Sweeper heads
A big 8-digit LED display on the front panel displays time code, user
bits and VTR status.
During recording and playback, to
reduce the block noise which is caused by dust adhering to the heads,
JVC’s HDV & DV camcorders and recorders incorporate an advanced
drum assembly with specially designed “sweeper” heads. These
dummy heads sweep off any magnetic material dropped by the tape or
any dust that may have entered from outside the unit.
Audio indicator
This indicator lights up whenever audio signals are input. Also, it
provides a convenient way to check for the presence of audio signals
during tape playback.
High-speed time code search & blank search
The built-in time code generator provides preset, rec run and regen time
codes. The DV 20x search function (100x max. in the FF or REW mode)
and the HD 8.5x forward search function (6.5x in reverse), provides
super-fast access to any desired point on the tape.
Various interfaces
HDMI OUT
The BR-HD50 is equipped with an all-in-one HDMI output for direct
digital connection to the latest high-definition projector and LCD
displays.
Continuous recording
When a camcorder is connected to the BR-HD50 via the IEEE 1394
connector, the BR-HD50 will start recording 5 minutes before the tape
in the camcorder ends. This enables continuous shooting for extended
periods with no breaks in the recording.
RS-422A interface
For compatibility with the widest range of editing systems, the
BR-HD50 is equipped with an industry-standard RS-422A interface,
allowing easy integration with high-grade NLE systems.
On-screen menu
Systematic, easy-to-understand menu screens simplify set-up and
operational procedures. Menu setting is performed via the buttons on
the front panel.
IEEE 1394 interface
For lossless dubbing and recording of both HD and SD programmes,
compressed HD (MPEG-2) or SD (DV) digital signals can be input or
output to or from external devices such as a non-linear editing system.
A front panel switch allows easy switching between SD and HD.
Other features
Ⅵ
Ⅵ
Ⅵ
Lock audio (16-bit, 48 kHz only)
Time code reader / generator
Headphone connector
Ⅵ
Ⅵ
Ⅵ
Contact closure recording
Repeat playback
Wired remote control
Versatile analogue connections
In addition to IEEE 1394 input & output, the BR-HD50 is equipped with
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Options and related equipment
CAMCORDER OPTIONS
Wide converter
1/3" Wide zoom lens
1/3" Zoom lens
2/3" Bayonet mount converter
1/2" Bayonet mount converter
(Fujinon)
(Fujinon)
Ⅵ ACM-17
Ⅵ ACM-12
Ⅵ Th13x3.5BRMU
Ⅵ Th16x5.5BRMU
Ⅵ WCV-82SC
AC adapter/Battery charger
Lithium-ion battery
Anton Bauer battery
IDX battery
PAG battery
Ⅵ A-E2HD100
Ⅵ QR-JVC7/14HDV (Adapter)
Ⅵ Titan70 (Charger)
Ⅵ Dionic90 (Battery)
Ⅵ 9522/75 (Adapter)
Ⅵ 9613 (Charger)
Ⅵ 9382L95 (Battery)
(Adapter)
Ⅵ BN-V428U (DC 7.2 V, 2800 mAh)
Ⅵ BN-V438U (DC 7.2 V, 3800 mAh)
Ⅵ VL-2 (Charger)
Ⅵ Endua E-7S (Battery)
Ⅵ AA-P30U(EG)/U(EK)
Tripod base
V-mount adapter
Microphone
Manual zoom control
Manual focus control
Film lens adapter Mini 35
from P&S Technik
Ⅵ HZ-FM13U*(Fujinon)
Ⅵ HZ-FM15U(Canon)
*The HZ-FM13 cannot be used for S14 and Th16 lenses.
Use Fujinon FMM-8: Module unit/CFH-3: Grip/CFC-
12-990: Cable
Ⅵ HZ-ZS13BU
Ⅵ HZ-ZS100U(Handle zoom)
Ⅵ KA-551U
Ⅵ MV-P615U
HARD DISK DRIVES
ProHD TAPES
MONITORS
Ⅵ
Ⅵ
DR-HD100-40
DR-HD100-80
Ⅵ DTV-1710CG
Ⅵ GM-H40L
Ⅵ M-DV63PROHD
ProHD tapes (miniDV size)
Ⅵ M-DV12CL
Ⅵ LA-124PROHD
Ⅵ LA-186PROHD
Ⅵ LA-276PROHD
MiniDV cleaning tape
DIMENSIONS
Unit: mm (inches)
Ⅵ GY-HD110
235 (9-5/16)
235 (9-5/16)
95 (3-3/4)
LENS
30 (1-3/16)
S.PAD-MOVE
50 (2)
220 (8-11/16)
250 (9-7/8)
192.5 (7-5/8) (X16 LENS)
252.5 (10) (X13 LENS)
Ⅵ BR-HD50
212 (8-3/8)
327 (12-7/8)
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Specifications
GY-HD110E/GY-HD111E
BR-HD50E
[General]
Power requirement: DC 7.2 V
Power consumption: Approx. 17 W (in the Record mode)
Dimensions: 235 (W) x 232 (H) x 315 (D) mm
Weight: 3.1 kg (including lens (Th16x5.5BRMU), viewfinder, battery, microphone and tape)
Temperature:
Operating: 0°C to 40°C
Storage: -20°C to 60°C
Humidity:
Operating: 30% to 80% RH
Storage: 85% RH or less
[Camera section]
Image pickup device: 1/3" interline-transfer CCDs
Colour separation optical system: F1.4, 3-colour separation prism
Number of pixels: Total: Approx. 1,110,000 pixels
Colour system: PAL (wideband R-Y, B-Y encoder)
Colour bars: EBU type
Sync system: Internal sync (built-in SSG)
Lens mount: 1/3" bayonet system
ND filter: +1/4ND, +1/16ND
Sensitivity: F8, 2000 lx (typical)
Minimum illumination: 6 lx with F1.4, at 18dB
Gain: 0, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB, ALC
Electronic shutter:
[General]
Power requirements: DC 12 V (from provided 12 V, 3.5 A AC adapter)
Power consumption: Approx. 20 W
Dimensions: 212 (W) x 88 (H) x 327 (D) mm
Weight: Approx. 3.9 kg
Temperature:
Operating: 5°C to 40°C
Storage: -20°C to 60°C
Humidity:
Operating: 30% to 80% RH
Storage: 85% RH or less
[Video]
Recording format: 720/24p, 720/25p, 720/30p, 576/50p, 480/60p, 576/25p, 576/50i
Video Format:
[HDV]
Video signal recording format: HDV720p format, 8-bit, 19.7 Mbps
Compression: MPEG-2 video (profile & level: MP@H-14)
Sampling frequencies: 480/60p: 27 MHz (4:2:0 component), 576/50p: 27 MHz (4:2:0 component),
720/60p: 74.25/1.001 MHz (4:2:0 component), 720/50p: 74.25 MHz (4:2:0 component), 1080/60i: 74.25/1.001 MHz
(4:2:0 component, up conversion only), 1080/50i: 74.25 MHz (4:2:0 component, up conversion only)
[DV]
Video signal recording format: DV format, 8-bit, 25 Mbps
Compression: DV format, 4:2:0
[Audio]
[HDV]
Standard value: 50 Hz
Fixed values: 6.25-10,000 Hz 11 steps HDV HD25p/HDV SD50p/DV 50i mode, 6.25-10,000Hz, 11 steps (DV 25p)
Variable scan: 50.2 to 1,973.7 Hz, 48.12-1,998.0Hz HDV 24p
Dynamic range: 300 % or more
[VTR section]
Audio signal recording format: MPEG1 Audio Layer II
[DV]
Audio signal recording format: 16-bit (locked audio), 48 kHz PCM for 2 channels or 12-bit, 32 kHz PCM for 4 channels
Usable tape: Standard/Mini DV tape
Tape speed: 18.831 mm/sec.
Record/play time: 276 minutes (with LA-276PROHD tape),
63 minutes (with an M-DV63PROHD tape)
[Connectors]
Video
[HDV]
Video outputs:
Video
Recording format: 720/24p, 720/25p, 720/30p, 576/50p, 480/60p, 576/25p, 576/50i
Video Format
[HDV]
Video signal recording format: HDV720p format, 8-bit, 19.7 Mbps
Compression: MPEG-2 video (profile & level: MP@H-14)
Sampling frequencies: 480/60p: 27 MHz (4:2:0 component), 576/50p: 27 MHz (4:2:0 component),
720/60p: 74.25/1.001 MHz (4:2:0 component), 720/50p: 74.25 MHz (4:2:0 component), 1080/60i: 74.25/1.001 MHz
(4:2:0 component, up conversion only), 1080/50i: 74.25 MHz (4:2:0 component, up conversion only)
[DV]
Video signal recording format: DV format, 8-bit, 25 Mbps
Compression: DV compression, 4:2:0
Audio
[HDV]
Analogue component: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms (BNC)
R-Y/B-Y: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 ohms (BNC)
[DV]
Video inputs:
Analogue composite: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms (BNC)
Analogue Y/C: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms
C: 0.3 V (p-p), 75 ohms (4-pin)
Video outputs:
Analogue composite: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms (BNC)
Analogue Y/C: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms
C: 0.3 V (p-p), 75 ohms (4-pin)
Analogue component: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms (BNC)
R-Y/B-Y: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 ohms (BNC)
Audio
Audio signal recording format: MPEG1 Audio Layer II
[DV]
Audio signal recording format: 16-bit (locked audio), 48 kHz PCM for 2 channels or 12-bit, 32 kHz PCM for 4 channels
Usable tape: Mini DV tape
Tape speed: 18.831 mm/sec.
Record/play time: 63 minutes (with an M-DV63PROHD tape)
[Connectors]
Analogue composite output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms, unbalanced (RCA)
Analogue component output:
Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms, unbalanced (RCA)
Audio inputs:
Line: -8 dBs, 10 kohms, unbalanced (RCA)
Audio outputs:
R-Y/B-Y: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 ohms, unbalanced (RCA)
Audio inputs:
Mic: -60 dBs, 3 kohms, balanced (XLR), +48 V output for phantom power supply
Line: +4 dBs, 10 kohms, balanced (XLR)
Line: -8 dBs, 1 k-ohm, unbalanced (RCA)
Headphones: -ϱ to -15 dBs (8 ohms) (Stereo mini jack)
HDMI output: DIN 19-pin
IEEE 1394 interface: 6-pin
Audio outputs: -6 dBs, low impedance, unbalanced (stereo mini-jack)
Earphone jack: -17 dBs to -60 dBs, 8-ohm impedance (stereo mini-jack x2)
IEEE1394 connector: 6-pin
RS-422 interface: D-sub 9-pin
Serial remote interface: Mini jack
[Accessories provided]
AC adapter (AA-G30), AC cable
[Accessories provided]
Battery (BN-V428), AC adapter/battery charger (AA-P30), AC cable, DC cable, Lens (Th16x5.5BRM), Microphone, Audio
cable, SD memory card
GY-HD110/GY-HD111
Recording/playback format
Component out
BR-HD50
Recording/playback format
Recording
(Analogue output)
576i 50
Component out/
HDMI out
Shooting
Tape
IEEE1394
Video out
Tape
Video out
(EE)
720p 60
720p 50
720p 60
480p 60
576p 50
←
720p 30
720p 25
720p 23.98
480p 60
576p 50
576i 50
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
480i 60
576i 50
480i 60
480i 60
576i 50
576i 50
576i 50
DV
←
B
576i 50
HDV
DV
Component out/
HDMI out
Playback
IEEE 1394
Video out
720p 60
720p 30
720p 50
720p 25
720p 23.98
480p 60
576p 50
576i 50
576i 50 (25)
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
A
(Upgrade resulted)
480i 60 (Upgrade resulted)
480i 60
576i 50 (Upgrade resulted)
576i 50
A
576i 50 (25)
←
B
(Upgrade resulted)
HDV
DV
B
A
A
B
B
B
Component out
480i 60
480i 60
576i 50
576i 50
Playback
IEEE1394
Video out
480 or 576i
480 or 576p
1080i
720p
720p 60
720p 30
720p 50
720p 25
720p 23.98
480p 60
576p 50
576i 50
←
1080i 60
720p 60
480i 60
576i 50
HDV
DV
←
←
←
←
←
←
1080i 50
1080i 60
1080i 60
1080i 50
720p 50
720p 60
720p 60
720p 50
576i 50
480i 60
480i 60
576i 50
576i 50
576i 50
Recording
(IEEE1394 output)
720p 30
720p 25
720p 23.98
480p 60
576p 50
576i 50
576i 50 (25)
Component out/
HDMI out
Tape
Video out
480p 60
576p 50
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
A
B
A
A
B
B
B
480i 60
576i 50
480i 60
480i 60
576i 50
576i 50
576i 50
576i 50
576i 50
576p 25
HDV
DV
Recording*
(IEEE1394 input)
720p 30
720p 25
720p 23.98
480p 60
576p 50
576i 50
576p 50 (25)
Component out/HDMI out
Tape
Video out
480 or 576i
480 or 576p
1080i
720p
←
←
←
←
←
←
←
1080i 60
1080i 50
1080i 60
1080i 60
1080i 50
720p 60
720p 50
720p 60
720p 60
720p 50
480i 60
576i 50
480i 60
480i 60
576i 50
576i 50
576i 50
HDV
DV
A: 720p 60, 480p 60, 1080i 60, 480i 60 B: 720p 50, 576p 50, 1080i 50, 576i 50
Note: 30 = 29.97 Hz 60 = 59.94 Hz
480p 60
576p 50
● Tapes recorded in HDV1080i format cannot be played back by GY-HD110 and BR-HD50.
576i 50
576i 50
Impossible with the GY-HD110.
*
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High Performance
Multi-functional
High Definition
Multi-purpose
Multi-format
TM
TM
* HDV and HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC).
Simulated pictures.
The values for weight and dimensions are approximate.
TM
* DVCAM is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
TM
TM
* DTE (Direct to Edit ) is a registered trademark of Focus Enhancements.
* Product and company names mentioned here are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
E.& O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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