JVC to Add 24P HD Pro Camcorder, HD Recorder/Player to Line-Up
April 01, 2005
Wayne, NJ - JVC Professional is adding a new high definition camcorder with true 24p capture and recording, the GY-HD100U, and a ProHD recorder/player, the BR-HD50U, to its line-up of professional video products.
Described as a cost-effective, full resolution ProHD progressive camcorder with features and stability found only in the highest priced shoulder-style models, the HD100U will be unveiled at NAB and is expected on the market this June.
The GY-HD100U utilizes three newly developed 1/3-inch CCD image sensors, each one featuring an array of 1280 x 720 pixels (approximately 1 mega pixel), with micro lenses. Eliminating the need for image scaling, its native resolution matches that of most HDTV displays. In addition, the GY-HD100U provides real time playback in all major DTV formats, allowing easy conversion of recorded data to other formats without compromising the level of quality.
The GY-HD100U is ideal for documentary and news programs, as well as electronic cinematography. The camcorder enables recordings to be transferred to 16mm or 35mm film with full HD fidelity, without frame rate conversion. Utilizing a user selectable motion filter, this system is designed especially to provide smooth motion similar to that seen in motion pictures. The GY-HD100U is also designed to deliver spectacular quality SD recordings for those professionals not quite ready to fully transition to HD.
The camera includes a standard detachable 16x Servo Fujinon lens. Other available options include a 13x (3.5mm) wide zoom lens, a wide angle converter for the standard 16x lens, and an adapter allowing standard ˝-inch lenses to be used on the camera. A patented ‘focus assist’ function exaggerates the detail in the viewfinder to facilitate focusing in high definition.
A variety of features on this camera make the recording, editing and archiving process simple. It has a built-in ProHD recording system that records full high definition images on inexpensive MiniDV cassettes. Data is recorded in the MPEG-2 format with full broadcast resolution and quality. In addition, the GY-HD100U can connect directly to an external hard disc recording module, allowing footage to be edited immediately thus eliminating time consuming transfers.
The GY-HD100U has 2 XLR audio inputs and records CD quality digital audio; with independent controls for each channel. The camcorder also features a variety of customizable settings that can be stored on a standard SD memory card, and loaded onto another GY-HD100U, if necessary.
In addition to providing superior quality HD recording in the 24p format, the GY-HD100U can output an uncompressed 720/P60 HD signal. This is ideal for live broadcasting, remote news and POV applications. A third party HDSDI converter can provide the full resolution uncompressed signal to an array of systems with no signal delay.
Similar to common shoulder style cameras, the GY-HD100U’s camera and viewfinder controls are located on the left side of the unit. A specially designed Fujinon HD lens provides automatic or manual iris control, with smooth servo zoom and backfocus adjustment. A convenient IEEE-1394 bus interface allows for simple, quick connection to D-VHS or a PC for easy downloading, and editing or archiving.
“JVC has designed the GY-HD100U to deliver true professional quality HD video recording,” said Tim Tokita, product marketing manager for JVC PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS COMPANY. “Previously, 24p high definition was available in only the most expensive HD cameras. This product breaks that mold, further solidifying our position as the preeminent innovator of professional-grade video equipment at an affordable price.”
The BR-HD50U allows users to transfer both ProHD and Professional DV recordings to and from non-linear editing (NLE) systems. With switchable ProHD/HDV and DV recording mode functionality along with DVCAM playback, this deck is an easy and cost effective addition to an existing editing system. The BR-DH50U features digital input and output via an IEEE 1394 standard 6-pin connector for lossless dubbing and recording of both HD and SD programming.
Accessories for the GY-HD100U include shotgun microphone, Anton-Bauer Power system, Quick-Release tripod mounting plate, and DTE disc recording module.
The GY-HD100U will be available in June and will sell for under $10, 000 USD.
For more information, visit
http://pro.jvc.com
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