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4K handheld live streaming camcorder

GY-HC550E

GY-HC550E
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Features

  • 4K UHD 60p/50p ProRes 4:2:2 10-bit recording to SSD*
  • 4K UHD 30p/25p/24p 4:2:0 8-bit recording to SDHC/SDXC card
  • NEW HD Recording to SSD*
  • 1" (effective) CMOS sensor with high picture quality
  • F12 Sensitivity
  • Newly-developed 4K lens with 20x zoom
  • HDR recording, HLG or J-Log1 (10-bit)
  • 4K Rec + HD streaming + 4K HDMI output
  • Broadcast overlay on video and streaming
  • High performance 1080 60p/50p live streaming
  • NEW SRT Live Streaming Protocol (optional selection ZIXI or SRT) also RTMPS Protocol available
  • Low latency and high-quality streaming up to 20Mbps
  • LAN terminal (Streaming/IFB/Remote) in addition to USB host (v3.0)
  • Return over IP (Return video and IFB)
  • Auto FTP to upload native video clips automatically
  • NEW Progressive Auto FTP File transfer
  • NTP Time server supported
  • Built-in wireless LAN (2.4GHz/5GHz) MIMO with external antenna
  • Backup to SSD*
  • 40x lossless dynamic zoom
  • 4-inch high resolution LCD monitor
  • XLR audio connectors
    Technical Specifications

    GY-HC550E - 4K handheld live streaming camcorder

    Product Highlights
    Firmware version V2.20 is now available for the GY-HC500 and GY-HC550 camcorders – click on the Product Support tab for the download link.

    This new firmware offers new SRT adaptive bit rate streaming that can change the bit rate according to network conditions thus reducing the chance for image freezes when the network is congested. It also has a fast PCR mode for lower latency. Return video over IP now can also utilise the reliable SRT protocol for better more stable images. Vertical (SNS) video now has five cropping positions offering more freedom to the user when selecting the desired image portion to stream. New DNR settings for different shooting conditions allow the user to choose between more details under good lighting conditions and less noise in critical (e.g. ENG) applications.
    Info
    Camera Front-End Specifications
    Image Sensor (inch)
    1" (effective) CMOS
    Number of Sensors
    1
    Mega Pixels
    9,35 mio
    Sensitivity in F at 2000 Lux
    F 12
    Shutter speed
    1/6 to 1/10000
    White Balance modes
    FAW, AWA, 3200K, 5600K, Manual
    Color Matrix adjustment
    Yes
    Wide Dynamic Range Mode (WDR)
    Yes
    HDR (High Dynamic Range)
    Yes, HLG/JLOG 1
    LOG Mode
    Yes, J-LOG HLR
    User selected function buttons
    Yes
    User Customizes Menu
    Yes
    Optical Specifications
    Lens mount
    Internal
    Optical Zoom x times
    20
    Dynamic Zoom x times
    40
    Lens F Number
    2.8 to 4.5
    Lens ratio from / to
    9.43mm to 188.6mm
    Lens ratio equivalent to 35mm
    28mm to 560mm
    Auto Focus
    Yes
    Optical Image stabilization
    Yes
    Filter Diameter in mm
    82mm
    Built-in ND Filters
    3 Filters: 1/4, 1/16, 1/64 plus OPEN
    Recording Formats
    Media
    SDHC/SDXC memory card x 2 plus M2 SSD Slot with Adapter* optional
    Media Class
    4K/70 Mbps,HD and below Class 10 4K/150Mbps UHS1-U3 (no UHS-2)
    Recording slots
    3
    Encoder
    ProRes, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (HD/SD), MPEG-2 (HD)
    ProRes Recording [1]
    Yes
    File Format MOV
    Yes
    File Format MP4
    Yes
    File Format MXF
    Yes
    Video Codec MPEG2 Long GOP
    Yes
    Video Codec MPEG4 AVC/H264 4K/HD
    Yes
    Video Codec H264 (SD)
    Yes
    Video Codec others
    4K UHD ProRes / Proxy H264
    Recording Resolution Formats
    Resolution 3840 x 2160
    Yes, 4K UHD 60p/50p (ProRes) 422HQ/422/422LT 10-bit
    4K UHD 30p/25p/24p (H.264) 4:2:2 10-bit / 4:2:0 8-bit 150Mbps/70Mbps
    Resolution 1920 x 1080
    Yes
    Resolution 1280 x720
    Yes
    Resolution 720 x 576
    Yes, 50i
    Resolution 960 x 540
    Yes
    Resolution 480 x 270
    Yes
    SD Recording
    Yes
    Audio Channels
    2
    Audio Recording modes
    LPCM 2ch, 48kHz/16-bit (MOV/MXF*), µ-Law 2ch (Proxy), AAC 2ch (MP4)
    Audio Filters
    Yes
    IP Section of the Product
    IP Main Connection
    USB A Host, Ethernet LAN RJ45 1000Base-T
    IP Connection supports
    Ethernet, WIFI - and LTE USB Adapters
    IP Build-in WIFI
    Yes
    IP Build in WIFI-Band aera support
    2,4GHz and 5GHz with MIMO
    IP Features Live-Streaming
    Yes
    IP Features Remote
    Yes, via RM-LP100 or Web-Browser no apps needed
    IP Features FTP
    Yes, Different protocols
    IP Features Auto FTP Upload
    Yes
    IP Features Meta-Data
    Yes, Local and Remote editing and data exchange
    IP Features IFB (Audio-Return via IP)
    Yes, with optional Audio encoder AAC Format
    IP Video Return stream
    Yes
    Video Compression Codecs
    2
    H.265 Codec [2]
    Yes
    H.264 Codec
    Yes
    Live-Streaming Bitrates
    1920 x 1080 (59.94p/50p) 20 – 8Mbps, (29.97p/25p) 20 – 3Mbps, 1920 x 1080 (59.94i/50i) 20 – 3Mbps,
    1280 x 720 (59.94p/50p) 20 – 3Mbps, 1280 x 720 (29.97p/25p) 8 – 1.5Mbps,
    640 x 360 (59.94p/50p) 3/1.5Mbps, 640 x 360 (29.97p/25p) 3 – 0.3Mbps
    Live-Streaming Protocols
    RTMP, MPEG2-TS/UDP, MPEG2-TS/TCP, MPEG2-TS/RTP, RTSP/RTP, Zixi* or SRT (optional selection)
    SRT Protocol
    Yes
    Live-Streaming Single cast
    Yes
    Live-Streaming Multicast
    Yes
    Live-Streaming reconnect
    Yes
    Live-Streaming and simultaneous REC
    Yes
    Live-Streaming Pre-sets of destinations
    4
    FTP Protocol formats
    FTP / SFTP / FTPS
    FTP upload during REC
    Yes
    FTP servers presets
    4
    Meta-Data presets of servers
    3
    Note for all kind of USB Adapters
    The connection to a network will be made by the USB Host Port of the camcorder (on the right back end side of the camcorder). Please select the device which you are going to use: WIFI dongle / 3G/4G dongle or a CAT Network adapter.The Adapter you going to be use must be a registered Adapter (see attached compatible list), cause all of these Adapter needs dedicate drivers, which to be implemented into the camcorder.In the case for LTE adapters, there must be done a pre-set of these dongles in your local PC first!
    Special Features
    Overlay for Broadcast-News
    Yes
    Fix Templates
    Yes
    Self Modify Templates via SDP Generator
    Yes
    Text support
    Yes
    Logo support
    Yes
    LIVE Logo
    Yes
    Overlay output selection
    Yes, REC / LIVE / STREAM
    IN-OUT´s Connections
    OUT HDSDI
    Yes, 3G HDSDI
    OUT HDSDI Format max.
    1080/60p,50p 10 Bit 4:2:2 EE
    OUT HDMI
    Yes
    OUT HDMI Format max.
    UHD
    OUT Audio Headphone
    Yes, 1 times 3.5mm mini jack
    IN Audio XLR MIC/LINE
    Yes, 2 CH with +48 V Mic and Line support
    IN Audio AUX
    Yes, 3.5 mm mini jack
    Time code IN/OUT
    Yes
    Wired remote IN
    Yes, serial LANC 2.5mm mini jack
    USB HOST
    Yes
    Option Slot
    SSD Caddy Support
    EVF and LCD
    Operation Panel Type
    LCD
    Operation Panel Resolution
    WVGA (800 x 480), 800 x 450 at 16:9
    Operation Panel Size diagonal in inch
    3.97
    Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Type
    LCOS
    Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Resolution
    Quad VGA (1280 x 960), 1280 x 720 at 16:9
    Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Size diagonal in inch
    0.4
    Power and Enviroment Spec´s
    Power AC
    Yes, DV12V(AC Adapter)
    Power DC
    Yes, 7,2 Volt Battery BN-VC264
    Battery types
    BN-VC264
    Power consumption
    17,5 Watt
    Mechanical Informations
    Weight in kg
    3,1 kg
    Measurements (WxHxD) in mm
    W 195 x H 230 x D 445
    Include Package
    Battery
    Yes, BN-VC296G
    AC/DC adapter
    Yes, AC Adapter
    Cable 1
    Yes, Power cord
    Additional s
    Yes, Wireless Antennas 2x, Lens Cap
    General Editing Note
    NOTE:
    Simulated pictures.The values for weight and dimensions are approximate.E.&O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
    [1] When using optional KA-MC100G and SSD Media
    [2] On GY-HC550 optional KA-EN200G is needed for H.265 streaming
    Accessories

    Image of H265 Live-stream Encoder (KA-EN200)

    KA-EN200

    H265 Live-stream Encoder

    Detail

    Image of Remote Controller for JVC ENG/Studio Camcorders (RM-LP250S)

    RM-LP250S

    Remote Controller for JVC ENG/Studio Camcorders

    Detail

    Image of Remote Controller for JVC ENG/Studio Camcorders (RM-LP250M)

    RM-LP250M

    Remote Controller for JVC ENG/Studio Camcorders

    Detail

    Image of 7,4 Volt Battery Charging System (AA-VC20)

    AA-VC20

    7,4 Volt Battery Charging System

    Detail

    Image of 7,2 Volt Power System (BN-VC296G)

    BN-VC296G

    7,2 Volt Power System

    Detail

    Image of 7,2 Volt Power System (BN-VC2128)

    BN-VC2128

    7,2 Volt Power System

    Detail

    Image of SSD Memory CADDY (KA-MC100G)

    KA-MC100G

    SSD Memory CADDY

    Detail

    Image of Camcorder Soft-Bags (camRade rungunBag medium)

    camRade rungunBag medium

    Camcorder Soft-Bags

    Detail

    Product Support

    GY-HC550E - 4K handheld live streaming camcorder

    Catalog / Brochure

    JVC-GY-HC500-550-brochure.pdf

    An 8-page brochure on the GY-HC500 and GY-HC550 CONNECTED CAM camcorders, with full specifications and a handy comparison of features.
    2.52 MbDownload

    Manuals

    JVC_Easy_YouTube_Live_setup_250-500-550.pdf

    It's easy to setup a direct YouTube connection for the JVC GY-HC550/500/GY-HM250 camcorders – this PDF explains how to do this.
    1.04 MbDownload

    B5A-2966-02FR.pdf

    Manuel utilisateur français
    15.03 MbDownload

    B5A-2966-00EN.pdf

    Instruction manual English language
    15.01 MbDownload

    B5A-2966-04IT.pdf

    Manuale italiano
    14.94 MbDownload

    B5A-2966-05RU.pdf

    Инструкция по эксплуатации на русском
    15.31 MbDownload

    B5A-2966-03ES.pdf

    Manual español
    14.98 MbDownload

    B5A-2966-01DE.pdf

    Bedienungsanleitung Deutsch
    14.94 MbDownload

    Others

    Supported_USB_adapters_for_professional_camcorder_March-21.pdf

    Updated list of WiFi (WLAN) USB adapters for streaming cameras as of March 2021.
    88.68 kbDownload

    201906__USB_Adaptors_for_Users_190606_V1EU.pdf

    WLAN (WIFI) and Ethernet USB Adapter list , Please Note: Sometimes the Adapter manufacturer change the revision, without changing the product name, may such an adapter will not work, we are sorry for this behaviors. 3G/4G/LTE Adapter List and Hints, please note for European customers we recommend to use the Universal adapter, but please read the notes too.
    184.89 kbDownload

    JVC_IFB-Return_setup.pdf

    Send live video and/or audio from the studio to the camera as IFB or video return. This instruction sheet shows how its done.
    427.2 kbDownload

    JvcCamcorderApiReferenceV118_public.pdf

    Programmers interface API: This document describes commands to control JVC cameras via network. Please note: The API is unsupported from our site, thanks for your understanding.
    2.96 MbDownload

    Firmware

    SRT_ZIXI_Protocol_change.zip

    After FW v0110 you need this Protocol activation key´s to use SRT streaming on HC550, please Note ZIXI is base protocol, by activate SRT - Zixi will be switch off, ZIXI and SRT can not run at the same time! To reactivate ZIXI you need to load the ZIXI key. Information how to do are include in this download.
    697.99 kbDownload

    SDP_Generator_App_V0700_for_WIN_and_MAC.zip

    SDP Generator V0700 is an application to generate a data file (SDP file) for import images to a JVC camera that supports overlaying of images. Support for WINDOWS or MAC PC´s.This application allows you to display the following for the supported models: - Scoreboard Overlay: Overlay team logos and multilingual characters in images as team names on a scoreboard. - Broadcast Overlay: Display texts, images and watermark on camera video. - Preset Position Overlay: Display the overlay at a preset position by configuring the display setting of the overlay image in addition to various settings of the preset mode. The image format supports PNG, JPG and BMP. (PNG is recommended), Include Instruction Manual V 6.28 (V0700 is update only to add support for GY-HM250/GY-HC550, Features are same)
    141.41 MbDownload

    GY-HC550_V0300.zip

    This new major firmware release for the GY-HC500 and GY-HC550 offers paid NDI|HX upgradeability. Please contact us if you need to upgrade your camera to NDI|HX. It also adds clean SDI output in overlay mode and improves compatibility with SRT H.265 decoders when using the optional KA-EN200 encoder.
    60.84 MbDownload


    Application & Firmware

    INST SHEET (English,French,German,Italian,Russian,Simplified Chinese,Spanish)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2957-00.pdf426.0KB
    INSTRUCTIONS(BASIC) (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2961-00.pdf3.4MB
    INSTRUCTIONS(BASIC) (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2961-10.pdf3.4MB
    EAC SHEET (Russian)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2963-00.pdf168.7KB
    Safety Precautions (French,German,Italian,Russian,Spanish)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2964-00.pdf673.5KB
    INSTRUCTIONS (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-10.pdf15.0MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (German)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-11.pdf14.9MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (French)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-12.pdf15.0MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (Spanish)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-13.pdf15.0MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (Italian)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-14.pdf14.9MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (Russian)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-15.pdf15.3MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-20.pdf15.8MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (German)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-21.pdf15.7MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (French)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-22.pdf15.8MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (Spanish)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-23.pdf15.7MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (Italian)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-24.pdf15.7MB
    INSTRUCTIONS (Russian)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2966-25.pdf16.1MB
    Separate Volume (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4173-00.pdf87.9KB
    Separate Volume (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4275-00.pdf116.2KB
    V0300 sheet (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4441-00.pdf1.2MB
    V0300 sheet (German)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4443-00.pdf1.2MB
    V0300 sheet (French)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4444-00.pdf1.2MB
    V0300 sheet (Spanish)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4445-00.pdf1.2MB
    V0300 sheet (Italian)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4446-00.pdf1.2MB
    NDI|HX Functions (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4449-00.pdf269.0KB
    NDI|HX Functions (German)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4451-00.pdf275.4KB
    NDI|HX Functions (French)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4452-00.pdf274.5KB
    NDI|HX Functions (Spanish)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4453-00.pdf273.8KB
    NDI|HX Functions (Italian)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4454-00.pdf273.6KB
    Facebook RTMPS connection (English)https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4661-00.pdf2.8MB

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