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JVC GY-HC900CHU 2/3" HD Connected Camcorder (EVF & Wireless LAN)

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Key Features
  • 3 x 2/3" CMOS Image Sensors
  • Industry-Standard B4 Lens Mount
  • Built-In Wireless LAN, Dual Antennas
  • Sports Exchange Standard 1080p/720p
The GY-HC900CHU 2/3" HD Connected Camcorder from JVC is designed with advanced IP connectivity, suiting it to ENG, studio, and sports applications. Three 2/3" CMOS sensors produce images with high sensitivity, low noise, and a wide dynamic range. With support for the broadcast-popular MPEG-2 35/25 Mb/s, and production-quality MOV/H.264 formats, the GY-HC900CHU provides a variety of recording options to suit your projects. Dual SD card slots enable redundant, relay, and backup recording modes.
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JVC GY-HC900 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2
  • 3Firmware Upgrade 4.20-0278
  • 4Versatile Recording
  • 5Live Streaming
  • 6HDR Recording Options
  • 7B4 Lens Mount and Broadcast Interfaces
The GY-HC900CHU 2/3" HD Connected Camcorder from JVC is designed with advanced IP connectivity, suiting it to ENG, studio, and sports applications. Three 2/3" CMOS sensors produce images with high sensitivity, low noise, and a wide dynamic range. With support for the broadcast-popular MPEG-2 35/25 Mb/s, and production-quality MOV/H.264 formats, the GY-HC900CHU provides a variety of recording options to suit your projects. Dual SD card slots enable redundant, relay, and backup recording modes.
Firmware Upgrade 4.20-0278
  • Adds support for the Canon HJ40ex10B EPF 10-400mm kens with 2x extender.
  • Provides SRT features: Adaptive bit rate, PCR fast mode, and return over IP.
Versatile Recording
  • Capture options include 1080p video at up to 120 fps for slow-motion shots.
  • Offers 1080p or 720p Sports Exchange Standard format recording.
  • Supports 50 Mb/s 4:2:2 10-bit recording (H.264), and standard MPEG-2 recording at rates up to 35 Mb/s.
Live Streaming
  • A built-in, long-range, MIMO dual-antenna Wi-Fi unit enables live streaming at rates up to 1080p60/50 with a latency rate as low as <500 ms.
  • The GY-HC900CHU features a LAN terminal in addition to a USB 3.0 host port.
  • An optional dual-modem bonding unit is available separately.
HDR Recording Options
  • In Extended mode, the GY-HC900CHU has a sensitivity rating of f/12 at 60 Hz and f/13 at 50 Hz with 2000 lux.
  • Standard mode has a 62 dB S/N ratio, and HDR recording is available in Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) or a 10-bit J-Log.
  • IP return video and IFB audio make communication between production and cast/crew a breeze.
B4 Lens Mount and Broadcast Interfaces
  • The camera body features include an industry-standard B4 lens mount, an OLED viewfinder, and an IPX2 splash-proof rating.
  • Interfaces include one HDMI, one composite, and two 3G-SDI outputs, plus one 3G-SDI pool input, a 68-pin fiber connector, and one 5-pin and two 3-pin XLR audio connectors.
  • The camera also incorporates an additional slot for potential future expansion.

JVC GY-HC900 Specs

Key Specs
Lens Mount
B4
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 2.2 Megapixel
Image Sensor
2/3"-Type 3-Chip CMOS
Internal Recording Modes
MPEG-2
1920 x 1080p at 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [35 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [35 Mb/s]
H.264 4:2:2 10-Bit
1920 x 1080p at 24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [35 to 50 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [35 to 50 Mb/s]
1280 x 720 at 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [35 to 50 Mb/s]
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video I/O
1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Input
2 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
1 x HDMI Output
1 x BNC (Composite) Output
Mobile App Compatible
No
*As of July, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Battery Type
Gold Mount
Imaging
Lens Mount
B4
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 2.2 Megapixel
Image Sensor
2/3"-Type 3-Chip CMOS
Image Stabilization
No
Built-In ND Filter
Mechanical Filter Wheel with 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), 6-Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Capture Type
Video Only
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Type
Electronic Rolling Shutter 
Shutter Speed
1/10000 to 1/6 Second
Gain
-6 to 30 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
62 dB
White Balance
2300 to 15,000K
Presets: AWB
Video Capture
Internal Recording Modes
MPEG-2
1920 x 1080p at 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [35 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [35 Mb/s]
H.264 4:2:2 10-Bit
1920 x 1080p at 24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps [35 to 50 Mb/s]
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94 fps [35 to 50 Mb/s]
1280 x 720 at 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [35 to 50 Mb/s]
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Broadcast Output
NTSC
Built-In Microphone Type
No
Audio Recording
4-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz
2-Channel 16-Bit 48 kHz
IP Streaming
MPEG2, RTMP, RTP, RTSP, UDP, ZIXI
640 x 360 to 1920 x 1080 at 25p, 29.97p, 50i, 50p, 59.94i, 59.94p (0.3 to 20.00 Mb/s)
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video I/O
1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Input
2 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
1 x HDMI Output
1 x BNC (Composite) Output
Audio I/O
2 x XLR 3-Pin Mic/Line (+48 V Phantom Power) Input/Output
1 x XLR 5-Pin Microphone Input
Power I/O
1 x XLR 4-Pin Input
2 x LEMO 4-Pin Output
1 x D-Tap Output
Other I/O
1 x BNC (Genlock) Input
1 x BNC (Timecode) Input/Output
1 x 6-Pin Control
1 x RJ45 Data
Wireless
2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Video Output, Audio Output, Control
Mobile App Compatible
No
*As of July, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
GPS
Monitor
Display Type
Fixed LCD
Display Size
3.5"
Resolution
960 x 540
Viewfinder
Type
Removable Electronic (OLED)
Size
3.26"
Resolution
854 x 480
Focus
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Manual Focus
Environmental
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Storage Temperature
-4 to 122°F / -20 to 50°C
Operating Humidity
30 to 80%
General
Battery Type
Gold Mount
Dimensions (W x H x D)
14.4 x 10.6 x 6.5" / 366 x 269 x 165 mm
Weight
8.6 lb / 3.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21 x 18.7 x 9.7"

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