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GY
-HD
100/G
Y-H
D101
HD
CAMERA
REC
O
RDER
INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS,
INDICATORS AND
CONNECTORS
PREPARATIONS
PREPARATIONS
FOR OPERATION
SETTING AND
ADJUSTMENTS
BEFORE SHOOTING
SHOOTING
OPERATION
PLAYBACK MODE
USING EXTERNAL
COMPONENTS
MENU SCREENS
FEATURES OF THE
CAMERA SECTION
OTHERS
HD CAMERA RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
GY-HD100
GY-HD101
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating 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.
Serial No.
* The illustration shows the GY-HD100/GY-
HD101 HD CAMERA RECORDER with the
provided lens, viewfinder, Microphone and bat-
tery pack attached.
LWT0278-001A-H
Printed in Thailand
LWT0278-001A-H
is a registered trademark owned by Victor Company of Japan, Limited
is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries.
© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
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Important Safety Instructions
1.
Read all of these instructions.
2.
Keep these instructions.
3.
Heed all warnings.
4.
Follow all instructions.
5.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.
Clean only with dry cloth.
7.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat resisters, stoves, or other apparatus (includ-
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
9.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grouding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the povided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury tip-over.
13.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug id damaged, liquid has been spilled objects have fallen into the apparatus, the appara-
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Important Safety Instructions
FOR USA AND CANADA
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within
the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appli-
ance.
INFORMATION FOR USA
INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmfull interfrence to radio communi-
cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
CAUTION:
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC
COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CON-
DITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE
THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-
003.
Cet appareil numerique de la Class B est conforme a la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-
ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This unit should be used with 7V DC only.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT
use any other power source.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user ser-
viceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person-
nel.
AVERTISSEMENT :
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE
OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER
L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du cou-
rant direct en 7V.
ATTENTION :
Afin d'eviter tout resque d'incendie ou d'électrocu-
tion, ne pas utillser d'autres sources d'alimentation
électrique.
REMARQUE:
La plaque signalétique (plaque du numéro desérie) est située sur
le cadre inférieur de l'unité.
Due to design modfications, data given in this instruction book are
subject to possible change without prior notice.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
close to the apparatus.
Worded - "CAUTION - Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type."
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Important Safety Instructions
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:
residential area (in houses)
commercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres
urban outdoors
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electro-
magnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables not exceeding
the following length:
Camera
AC ADAPTER
The inrush current of the apparatus is 7 amperes.
Caution: Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magne-
tism, 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.
Port
Cable
Length
DC IN
Exclusive Cable
2 m
INPUT1/2
Shielded Cable
3 m
LINE OUTPUT
Shielded Cable
1.5 m
PHONES 1/2
Shielded Cable
2 m
VIDEO/Y,PB,PR
Shielded Cable
3 m
IEEE1394
(HDV/DV)
Exclusive Cable
4.5 m
Port
Cable
Length
DC OUT
Exclusive Cable
2 m
AC IN
Exclusive Cable
2 m
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 7V DC only.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT
use any other power source.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user ser-
viceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service person-
nel.
Due to design modifications, data given in this instruction book are
subject to possible change without prior notice.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
close to the apparatus.
Worded - "CAUTION - Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type."
Caution for AC Mains Lead
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the
other type of mains cable is not suitable.
FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.
Not to be used in the U.K.
FOR U.K. ONLY
If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket outlet, it should
be cut off and appropriate one fitted.
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