JVC GR-HD1 Digital Camcorder

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The Digital Hi-Def Camcorder GR-HD1 records in both NTSC and U.S. ATSC HDTV standard video on a standard Mini DV cassette. Recording can be done in 4:3 480i (DV compression) as well as 16:9 480/60p and 16:9 720/30p (MPEG-2 compression). In analog component it plays back in 480i (NTSC) and 480/60p, 720/60p, 1080i (ATSC), making it compatible with virtually all display devices. Its digital i.LINK outputs IEEE 1394-compliant 480i (NTSC) and 480/60p, 720/30p (ATSC) to D-VHS or computers via the FireWire connection.

Recording and Playback of Digital HD Images
The Hi-Def Camcorder is able to record and play back�� 1280x720/30p digital high definition and 480p progressive wide images using a Mini DV tape. Important factors in making this possible are a newly developed 1/3-inch 1.18 million pixel progressive scan CCD and JVC proprietary signal processing. To maximize its application potential in the field, and assure seamless transfer to a variety of post-production environments, the camcorder is equipped with three ATSC compatible shooting modes: HD Mode that records 720/30p digital high-definition images, SD Mode for 525p progressive wide images, and DV Mode which records at conventional NTSC 480i DV standard.
High efficiency 6 frame group of pictures (GOP) Hi-Def MPEG compression allows the same recording time for HD on Mini DV cassettes as for standard SD DV compression.
Images Can Be Enjoyed On Virtually Any Monitor
Converts 720/30p digital HD images and 480p progressive wide images to the 1080i high-definition standard for viewing on the latest HD display devices. The down-converter converts images to conventional NTSC 480i broadcast standard video, enabling images to be enjoyed on virtually any TV.
Zoom
High quality 10x optical zoom lens with low distortion and high color purity edge to edge and across the entire zoom range, with light gathering ability that varies between just f1.8 and f1.9.
Stable Images
Its built-in optical image stabilizer provides ample zooming capability coupled with the non-degrading image stabilization of an optical system.
CCD
Incorporates a newly developed single 1/3-inch 1.18 million pixel (1.14 million effective pixels) progressive scan CCD with patented progressive color filtering, as well as JVC's original signal processing circuitry and driving system. All together, this constitutes a system finely tuned to gathering high-resolution, high quality images.
Rotating Grip for Stable Shooting
The camera's grip section rotates by up to 90 degrees, with smooth, uninterrupted motion from high-to-low-angle to allow stable shooting at all times. All the while the operator's hand remains on the grip, with fingertip control of zoom and auto/manual focus rings, auto/manual white balance, auto/manual exposure and shutter speed features.
Bundled MPEG-2 HD Editing Software
Among the provided accessories is the MPEG Edit Studio Pro LE MPEG-2 HD editing software package for digital hi-def images. This MPEG2-TS software provides frame accurate editing capabilities using short 6 frame GOP HD MPEG compression. Also allows HD content to be saved on D-VHS, or burned down to 16:9 480/30p progressive DVDs with ImageMixer DVD software for viewing and sharing digital movies on any DVD player for a genuine theater-like experience.
HD Generation
With the advent of digital broadcasting, the industry is evolving at a rapid pace. With those changes also come real digital improvements for both viewing and recording. Now, with JVC's digital hi-def camcorder, people can own and shoot with a thoroughly up-to-date digital camcorder, record and edit hi-def images on their own PC that will stand the test of time, and view and share their personal digital movies on HD D-VHS or DVDs via a wide variety of display devices. All this innovation is made possible using standard Mini DV cassettes.
LCD Monitor
This camcorder is equipped with a 3.5' tiltable LCD screen for high angle overhead shooting, low angle shots, or even self portraits.
Color Viewfinder
Viewfinder incorporates 113,000 pixels, providing a clear full color view of video subjects.
Card Slot
Expands video possibilities with a built-in slot for an SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card or a MultiMediaCard, in addition to the MiniDV cassette. With this camcorder easily transfer images to your PC directly from the camcorders IEEE-1394 jack.

Included Accessories:
AC Adapter / Charger
Battery Pack
Wireless Remote Control
Batteries for Remote
SD Memory Card
Audio/Video Cable
S-Video Cable
Editing Cable
Shoulder Strap
Lens Cap