STREAMING CAMCORDERS FROM JVC

Using IP-based network video has become a major issue in today’s broadcast industry. Most companies are hesitant to adopt the tech, largely due to issues of unsecured internet or a lack of access to high-speed private IP networks for secure broadcast signal transmission in HD quality. Yea ok Europeans, we KNOW you have 1GB speeds, but the rest of the planet hasn’t evolved as far as net speeds go. And don’t even get me started on Australia’s NBN fiasco, okay? Moving on…

JVC has just joined with Zixi, (an IP broadcasting company) for cloud-enabled networking, with the aim to push forward this innovative solution.

There are, of course, advantages to IP broadcasting technology, used in the field it would definitely make live video data transfer easier. Particularly if you have access to 4G, which is plenty faster than DSL+ (at least in my neck of the woods).

Another advantage being that ENG and EFP applications benefit from minimised technical effort and when signal transmission is secure and lossless, there will be minimal latency.

The first result of the partnership between JVC and Zixi includes an integrated IP broadcasting solution, on the JVC GY-HM650, GY HM850 and GY-HM890 camcorders, meaning there’s no need for any additional equipment. We like that.

According to the press release, Zixi’s streaming technology applies content-aware error correction to compensate packet loss, which can occur during transmission via wireless internet connections. In this operating mode, the decoder analyses internet link performance (Link Monitoring) and ensures that the camera will make bandwidth adjustments. If necessary, data packets are transmitted again with resultant latency being kept within tight limits. This kind-of forward error correction is able to reliably compensate jitter and packet loss, up to 30 percent (apparently). By doing this, stable data streaming under difficult conditions is ensured – even if signal detection of conventional systems fails. For safety reasons, LCD monitor and camera viewfinder display streaming status and signal quality. On the receiving side, only a Zixi-compatible decoder or server is required. Which also, allows additional features such as time shift streaming, cloud-based recording and playback from the data cloud.

gyhm650_lr

GY HM650 Features:

1/3-inch 12-bit CMOS sensors (1920 x 1080 x 3)
F11 Sensitivity
23x Fujinon Auto focus zoom lens with manual functions
F1.6-3.0, 23x, f=4.1-94.3mm (35mm conversion:29 to 667mm)
Optical image stabilizer
3 position ND filter (1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
0.45-inch 1.22M pixel color viewfinder
3.5-inch 920K pixel LCD display with focus assist
SDXC/SDHC memory card recording(2 slots for dual-backup, continuous recording)
Large file size support with SDXC card —New 3.0 feature!
50Mbps H.264 Extreme High Quality mode (XHQ)
Dual Codec: Recording simultaneously HD + SD or HD + 480 x 270 (for Web delivery)
Live transmission (streaming) w/advanced Zixi error correction—Upgraded with Version 3.0!
Background FTP clip transfers while recording
Clip trimmer (basic editor)
Multiple encoding formats:
- HD MPEG2 (35/25/19Mbps)
- AVCHD 1920×1080 60i
- 1080/60p recording capability
- SD H.264
- 480×270 H.264 (web)
- 960×540 H.264 mode
Wide media format compatibility:
- .MXF with rich Metadata (optimized for asset management)
- .MOV (Final Cut Pro)
- .MP4 (XDCAM EX™)
- AVCHD with additional lower bitrate AVCHD modes
Professional switch layout and comprehensive video settings
Pre Rec (retro) mode (20 sec.)
Interval (time lapse) recording
Built-in stereo microphone
2-channel balanced audio inputs (mic/line switchable) w/phantom power supply
HD/SD-SDI, HDMI Outputs
Wired remote control connector (LANC/Control-L)
Built-in GPS
Enhanced web interface for remote viewing of camera images & wireless remote control from a smartphone, tablet or PC
Compatible with ProHD Broadcaster and Cloud server —New 3.0 feature!
Extensive metadata recording capability. Even allows insertion of metadata from remote web client!
FTP file upload via WiFi or Broadband
Secure FTP (SFTP or FTPS)
High performance 2D DNR

RRP of US$6300

GY-HM850-Camera-lr

GY HM850 Features:

1/3-inch 12-bit CMOS sensors (1920 x 1080 x 3)
F11 Sensitivity
Compact shoulder design with interchangeable lens options
Fujinon 20x Optical Zoom Lens with AF/OIS included
Dual SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Recording (HD+HD, HD+SD, HD+web, etc.)
Multiple File Formats for Native Workflows
- XDCAM EX™ (.mp4)
- Final Cut (.mov)
- AS-10 (.mxf)
- AVCHD (.mts)
- H.264 (.mov)
Virtually lossless H.264 50Mbps recording
4 Position ND Filter (Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
0.45-inch LCOS Viewfinder
High-Resolution 4.3-inch LCD Monitor
Histogram Display and Expanded Focus Functions
Focus Assist Function
12 assignable user buttons
Variable Frame Rate Recording (Over Cranking, Under Cranking)
Wired Remote Control Operation
Genlock Input and TC Input/Output
4-Channel Audio System

Packages start from RRP US$7,800

gyhm850-890_verizon-lr

GY HM890 Features:

1/3-inch 12-bit CMOS sensors (1920 x 1080 x 3)
F11 Sensitivity
Compact shoulder design with interchangeable lens options
Fujinon 20x Optical Zoom Lens with AF/OIS included
Dual SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Recording (HD+HD, HD+SD, HD+web, etc.)
Multiple File Formats for Native Workflows
- XDCAM EX™ (.mp4)
- Final Cut (.mov)
- AS-10 (.mxf)
- AVCHD (.mts)
- H.264 (.mov)
Virtually lossless H.264 50Mbps recording
4 Position ND Filter (Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
0.45-inch LCOS Viewfinder
High-Resolution 4.3-inch LCD Monitor
Histogram Display and Expanded Focus Functions
Focus Assist Function
12 assignable user buttons
Variable Frame Rate Recording (Over Cranking, Under Cranking)
Wired Remote Control Operation
Genlock Input and TC Input/Output
HD/SD-SDI external input for recording and streaming (pool feed)
4-Channel Audio System
Full complement of Fiber or Multicore studio accessories