GY-HM250SP

4KCAM SPORTS PRODUCTION STREAMING CAMCORDER

GY-HM250SP

Score overlay and game clock / 1/2.3" 4K CMOS / 12x Zoom / 4K30p25p24p / 3G-SDI / HDMI / Easy setup Facebook Live and YouTube / Broadcast overlay

Warranty

Labor: 1 year

Parts : 1 year

Key Features

Unique Facebook Live integration for easy, reliable streaming
Instant score overlays for most sports
Customize with your team's logo
Web based score entry from Smartphone or tablet
Streams to internet directly from camera*
Integrated 12x lens with 24x dynamic zoom
Records HD/UHD/Proxy to SDHC/SDXC memory
Clip Continuous Recording Mode
120fps HD recording for slo-mo analysis
Options for large viewfinder, rear lens control
2-channel XLR audio inputs
Advanced IP remote control and viewing
Ideal for single camera, single operator production

Full Screen Overlays and Slide Shows

Add up to 50 full screen custom graphics (PNG or JPG format) from an SD card and store them in the camera for live streaming or recording in the HD mode. Graphics may be advanced manually or presented as a looping slideshow with timing 1-99 seconds per slide. This new feature allows users to create advertising to run as banners during the game, or full screen at halftime. Introduce the team members with a slideshow of players' photos and position. Place a watermark anywhere on the screen--even while doing lower-third score overlays.

Graphics may be produced with PowerPoint or any photo editing software and saved as a series of image files. PNG graphics provide the most flexibility for creating overlays because they allow you to create transparent backgrounds. Full-screen graphics are saved at 960x540 and upscaled to 1920x1080 (1080p mode), or 640x360 and upscaled to 1280x720 (720p mode).

Score Overlays and Customization*

The GY-HM250SP produces a real-time score overlay on recorded and streamed HD video for a variety of popular sporting events including football, basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, hockey and more. The overlay is produced for both the streamed and recorded video simultaneously. If desired, the overlay can be placed over the streamed video only, leaving the recorded video without graphics. The camera comes with 3 standard home/guest graphic templates. Click on the examples below to see the control screen.

Users have the ability to manually type in the Home and Guest team names for each event.* JVC has released PC application software which enables the user to store up to 90 team names and logo bitmaps within the camera. The user can then select "left" and "right" teams from this stored list within the camera. The cost of this PC software is included in the purchase price of the camera, and is available as a free download to owners of the GY-HM250SP.

During the game, the camera operator keeps the score updated using an external Wi-fi®* connected mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet. It is also possible for the camera to interface directly to the venue's own scoreboard controller through the optional Genius Sports ScoreLink devices.

*Optional Wi-Fi® adapter or other suitable network connection and adapter required. Tablet or other browser-equipped device required. Score overlays are not available in 4K Ultra HD recording mode.

Integrated 12x Ultra HD Lens, 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor

Ultra high quality imagery begins with a precision 12x F1.2-3.5 optical zoom lens (35mm equivalent: 29.6-355mm). JVC's 4K CMOS sensor with 12.4M pixels delivers high sensitivity and excellent performance over a wide range of lighting conditions. Details are crisp and accurate throughout the entire image plane. When shooting in the HD mode, Dynamic Zoom combines optical zoom and pixel mapping to create seamless and lossless 24x zoom. This allows the camera to have a long zoom range while retaining its small form factor. Shooters will also appreciate the convenient ND filter wheel: 0, 1/4th and 1/16th positions.

Dual SDHC/SDXC Card Slots

Dual SDHC/SDXC card slots make this camera a truly versatile camcorder, offering such benefits as simultaneous recording and relay recording. In relay recording mode, you can shoot the event continuously over multiple cards—when one card is full, the camcorder switches automatically and seamlessly to the other card.

Clip Continuous Recording

In normal recording, when the recording stops, the image, audio, and accompanying data from the start until the end of the recording are recorded as one "clip" on the SD card. This mode allows you to consolidate several rounds of "startstop recording" into one clip.

For example, in normal recording three clips are generated as Recording 1, Recording 2, and Recording 3. However, recording in this mode the camera generates only one clip.

Web Friendly (Proxy) file formats

Lower resolution H.264 files (480x270p and 960x540p) may be recorded simultaneously with full HD files. These files are significantly smaller than HD files, and thus are very suitable for immediate posting to the web. A file recorded in the 960 x 540 mode is approximately 1/10th the size of a full HD file recorded at 35 Mbps, and therefore takes a fraction of the time to post. The smaller files may be quickly imported to an iPad for easy editing using iMovie or Pinnacle Studio. Transporting video to the web or back to the studio has never been faster.

Advanced IP Network Communication and Streaming

The GY-HM250SP features JVC's latest IP communications engine giving you remote control and monitoring of vital camera and lens functions from a tablet, smartphone, or computer anywhere in the world. Live streaming is possible in HD or lower resolutions, depending on available bandwidth. Sporting events may be streamed to a decoder at a cable head-end, or directly to the internet through a content delivery network such as Facebook, YouTube, IBM Cloud or a Wowza server. Just press one button and you're streaming to the world! And while streaming, the camera continues to function as a high quality, full HD camcorder giving you a pristine copy of the game.

*Requires appropriate network connection and adapter

S.L.I.M. Studio Camera System Design Concept

Simple design — addresses multiple levels of video operation and control.
Low Cost — a fraction versus traditional systems with full functionality.
IP Control — uses flexible and ubiquitous IP wired or wireless infrastructure
Multiple camera control — controls up to 100 cameras with a single RM-LP100U (tally control up to 5).

The SLIM system design is based on the RM-LP100U Remote Camera Control's latest firmware which enables painting and shading of our IP-capable camcorders, as well as simultaneously providing full control of our KY-PZ100 PTZ cameras! No other system offering incorporates a line-up of studio camcorder configurations providing the depth and diversity to meet the needs of professional applications from Education and House of Worship to Corporate, Industrial and Broadcast.

Click here for sample diagrams of wired and wireless systems.

Web API Command list

The following is link to command list document.

JVC Camcorder Web API Reference Version

Single 1/2.3-inch CMOS image sensor with 12.4 million pixels
High quality integrated 12x F1.2-3.5 zoom lens (35mm equivalent: 29.5-355mm)
Graphic score overlay with custom logo option (HD mode only)
Dynamic zoom in HD mode combines optical zoom and pixel mapping to create seamless and lossless 24x zoom
4K Ultra HD recording (150 Mbps, 24/30p) to SDXC (UHS-I Speed class3) card
4K Ultra HD recording (70 Mbps, 24/30p) to SDXC/SDHC(Class 10) card
4:2:2 Full HD (24-60p) recording at 50Mbps
120fps HD slow motion recording
Live 4K UHD output via HDMI connector
2 position ND filter (1/4, 1/16)
HD-SDI (3G) and HDMI outputs (4K output via HDMI only)
HD-SDI and HDMI outputs can feed and trigger external recorder
2-channel XLR audio inputs with phantom power
Built-in stereo microphone
Dual SDHC/SDXC slots enable dual, backup and continuous recording
Advanced JVC streaming engine compatible with USTREAM, Zixi and Wowza Streaming Engine
IP network remote control, remote viewing, metadata editing, FTP clips (requires appropriate network connection and adapter)
3.5-inch colour LCD display (920K pixel) with smart focus assist function
0.24-inch colour viewfinder (1.56M pixel) with smart focus assist function
Histogram Display
Wired remote control supported
9 user button assignable functions
Includes handle unit and SSL-JVC50 7.4V battery, AC Adapter (external microphone not included)

Technical Specifications

Manuals

Technical Specifications

Camera Front-End Specifications

Image Sensor (inch): 1/2.3 Inch CMOS

Number of Sensors: 1

Mega Pixels: 12.4

Gain in dB: 0 to 36

Shutter speed: 1/4 to 1/10000

White Balance modes: FAW, AWA, 3200K, 5600K, Manual

Color Matrix adjustment: Yes

Wide Dynamic Range Mode (WDR): Yes

User selected function buttons: Yes, 13 (9 Buttons 4 Cross shaped)

User Customizes Menu: Yes

Optical Specifications

Lens mount: Internal

Optical Zoom in 4K x times: 12

Digital Magnification x times: 24

Lens F Number: 1.2 to 3.5

Lens ratio from / to: 4.67mm to 56.04mm

Lens ratio equivalent to 35mm: 29.6mm to 355mm

Auto Focus: Yes

Special Auto Focus Features: Area Focus, Near/Far Modes, Face

Optical Image stabilization: Yes

Filter Diameter in mm: 62mm

Built-in ND Filters: 2 Filters: 1/4, 1/16

Recording Formats

Media: SDHC/SDXC

Media Class: 4K/70 Mbps,HD and below Class 10
4K/150Mbps UHS1-U3 (no UHS-2)

Recording slots: 2

Encoder: H.264

File Format MOV: Yes

File Format AVCHD: Yes

Video Codec MPEG4 AVC/H264 4K/HD: Yes

Video Codec AVCHD: Yes

Recording specials: 4:2:2 HD Record (H.264,50Mbps)

Simultaneous recording on 2 cards: Yes

Simultaneous recording in 2 modes: Yes

Resolution 3840 x 2160: Yes, 29,97p/25p/23.98p

Resolution 1920 x 1080: Yes, 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/1080i60/i50

Resolution 1440 x 1080: Yes, 60i/50i

Resolution 1280 x720: Yes, 60p/50/30p/25p/24p

Resolution 720 x 576: Yes, 50i

Resolution 960 x 540: Yes, 30p/25p/24p

Resolution 480 x 270: Yes, 30p/25p/24p

High Speed Recording: Yes

High Speed Recording Modes: 1920x1080 QuickTime (MPEG-4, AVC/H.264)
120fps/100fps

Recording Data rate 1: 150 Mbps (UHD)

Recording Data rate 2: 70 Mbps (UHD)

Recording Data rate 3: 8,17,24,28 Mbps (AVCHD)

Recording Data rate 4: 35 Mbps (UHQ)

Recording Data rate 5: 50 Mbps (XHQ/YUV422)

Recording Data rate 6: 8 Mbps (SD)

Recording Data rate 7: 9,8,5,3,1.2,0.8,0.3,0.2 (WEB)

SD Recording: Yes

Interval Recording: Yes

Pre Rec (retro) recording: Yes, 5 sec. (4K)
5,10,15 sec. (HD/SD)

Clip Trimming: Yes

Audio Channels: 2

Audio Recording modes: LPCM 2ch, 48 kHz/16 bit (4k/HD/SD MOV), AC3 2ch (AVCHD), μlow 2ch (Proxy)

IP Section of the Product

IP Main Connection: USB A Host

IP Connection supports: Ethernet, WIFI - and LTE USB Adapters

IP Features Live-Streaming: Yes

IP Features Remote: Yes, Via Web-Browser (no apps needed)

IP Features FTP: Yes, Different protocols

IP Features Meta-Data: Yes, Local and Remote editing and data exchange

Live-Streaming Bitrates: 1920 x 1080 (59.94i/50i) Audio AAC 128 k 12/8/5/3 Mbps
1280 x 720 (59.94p/50p) Audio AAC 128 k 12/8/5/3 Mbps
1280 x 720 (29.97p/25p) Audio AAC 128 k 8/5/3/1.5 Mbps
720 x 480 (59.94i) 720 x 576 (50i) Audio AAC 128 k/64 k 8/5/3/1.5/0.8/0.3 Mbps
640 x 360 (29.97p/25p) Audio AAC 128 k/64k 3/1.5/0.8/0.3 Mbps

Live-Streaming Protocols: RTMPS,RTMP, MPEG2-TS/UDP, MPEG2-TS/RTP, RTSP/RTP, ZIX,Facebook Live paring

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: 4

Note on compatible USB Adapters: Please check the Compatibility listing of wireless LAN adapters located under this model in the Documents section.

Commentary on Wi-Fi USB Adapters (EU only): Please note that the adapters listed below were found to work in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz infrastructure at the time of this printing. At times, a listed dongle mau not work due to the adapter manufacturers changing the version of the chipset without changing the name of the product.

WIFI Dongle 1: Sitecom WLA.1001

WIFI Dongle 2: EnGenius EUB1200AC /Realtek RTL8812AU

WIFI Dongle 3: ASUS USB1200AC /Realtek RTL8812AU

WIFI Dongle 4: D-LINK DWA-172 (revA1) /Realtek RTL8811AU

WIFI Dongle 5: EDIMAX EW-781UTC /Realtek RTL8811AU

WIFI Dongle 6: D-LINK DWA-171(revA1) /Realtek 8811AU

WIFI Dongle 7: TP-LINK Archer T4U /AC1200 Realtek8811AU not T4U V2.0 AC1300!!

Ethernet Dongle 1: EDIMAX EU-4208

Ethernet Dongle 2: Sitecom LN-030 V2 not Sitecom LN-030 V3

Ethernet Dongle 3: Hamlet HNU2GTX

Ethernet Dongle 4: D-LINK DUB-E100 (rev C1)

Recommendation for 3G/4G (LTE) Adapters: Dear Customer, for the most countries we have a recommendation of adapters, please download our info sheet for LTE support, below you find a special recommendation, which should work in the most countries.

LTE Specials 1: Universal LTE dongle
Huawei E8372LTE Wingle
so far works with Telekom/O2/Vodafon , others not tested yet.

Special Features

Overlay for Sports: Yes

Overlay for Broadcast-News: Yes

Fix Templates: Yes, 1. TYPE1: Field hockey, wrestling and others, with overlay
2. TYPE2: Volleyball and others, overlay with no clock
3. Basketball
4. Baseball
5. American Football

Self Modify Templates via SDP Generator: Yes, For Sports and News

Text support: Yes

Logo support: Yes

Watermark: Yes, Free Position

Full Screen Graphics: Yes, PNG or JPG Files Max 50 Images

LIVE Logo: Yes, Self design

Overlay output selection: Yes, REC
LIVE out
Stream

External Scoreboard support via IP: Yes, Genius Sports ScoreLink devices

Input / Output Connections

OUT HDSDI: Yes, 3G HDSDI

OUT HDSDI Format max.: 1080/60p,50p 8 Bit 4:2:2 EE

OUT HDMI: Yes

OUT HDMI Format max.: 2160/30p,25p,24p 8 bit 4:2:2 EE
1080/60p,50p 8 bit 4:2:2 EE

OUT AV: Yes, 3.5mm mini jack

OUT Audio Line: Yes, 1 times 3.5mm mini jack

OUT Audio Headphone: Yes, 1 times 3.5mm mini jack

IN Audio XLR MIC/LINE: Yes, 2 times supports LINE and MIC Level with +48V

IN Audio AUX: Yes, 1 times 3.5mm mini jack

Build in Microphones: Yes, Stereo MIC

Wired remote IN: Yes, serial LANC 2.5mm mini jack

USB HOST: Yes

USB Data Exchange (Storage): Yes

EVF and LCD

Operation Panel Type: LCD

Operation Panel Resolution: 920K

Operation Panel Size diagonal in inches: 3.5

Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Type: LCOS

Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Resolution: 1,56M

Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Size diagonal in inches: 0.24

Power and Enviroment Spec´s

Power AC: Yes, DC12V (AC Adapter)

Power DC: Yes, 12V, Battery 7,4V

Battery types: SSL-JVC50 / SSL-JVC75 IDX

Power consumption: Approximate 8.5W (with VF in 4K REC mode, default settings)

Operation Temperature in Celsius degrees: 0 to 40

Storage Temperature in Celsius degrees: -20 to 50

Operation Humidity in %: 30 to 80

Storage Humidity under %: 85

Physical Information

Weight in lbs: 3.53 lbs

Handle removable: Yes

Included Accessories

Battery: Yes, x1 (SSL-JVC50)

AC/DC adapter: Yes

Handle unit: Yes, with Professional Audio XLR support

Instructions: Yes

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.

Manuals

INSTRUCTIONS	English	2018	11.46MB	View	Download
Facebook RTMPS connection	English	2024	2.96MB	View	Download
Additional Functions	English	2021	6.46MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS(BASIC)	English	2018	2.23MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	English	2021	12.19MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS(Basic)	English	2021	2.07MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	French	2021	12.17MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	French	2018	11.42MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	German	2021	12.15MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	German	2018	11.41MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	Italian	2018	11.41MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	Italian	2021	12.15MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	Russian	2018	11.71MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	Russian	2021	12.44MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	Spanish	2018	11.42MB	View	Download
INSTRUCTIONS	Spanish	2021	12.17MB	View	Download

Accessories

AA-S3602I

The AA-S3602I is a dual channel simultaneous charger/AC Adapter for the ProHD BN-S8I50 and is compatible with the SSL-JVC50 battery.
BN-S8I50

The BN-S8I50 is a 7.2V, 47Wh, 6.6Ah Li-ion battery compatible with JVC's GY-HM200/600/650 and GY-LS300 cameras and DT-X Series monitors.
CTC200B

This is a soft carry case ideal for transporting the GY-HM100, 200 and 600 Series handheld camcorders. It is constructed of abrasion-resistant Cordura material suitable for light to medium duty.
DT-X71HP

The DT-X71HP is a 7-inch HDSDI/HDMI on-camera monitor with 1024 x 600 resolution, H/V: 160/160 viewing angle and 900:1 contrast ratio. It has front & rear dual TALLY lights, Canon DSLR scale zoom-in, video flip, customer editable video title, and safety mark display. The monitor accepts 2 HD/SD-SDI, 1 HDMI, 1 Composite video, 1 stereo audio input, and has 1 HD/SD-SDI loop through output. Upgraded for 2017, the monitor now has the capability of monitoring Cinema 2K (2048 x 2160) signals and timecode and audio (via SDI.) Focus assist, zebra stripes and a wider range of safety markers have been added. The DT-X71HP is powered via a 4-pin XLR 12V DC connector or a snap-on 7.4V IDX SSL-JVC50 battery (optional)—the same battery used with the GY-HM200/620/660 cameras.
EW-7811UAC

The EW-7811UAC is a high gain dual band wireless USB network adapter ideal for use with JVC's streaming camcorders equipped with a USB host connection. Its rotatable external Hi-Gain Antenna maximizes your Wi-Fi reception and provides a stable high-speed connection. The EW-7811UAC plugs into the host USB connector of JVC cameras.
HZ-HM600VZR

The HZ-HM600VZR is a remote lens control specifically calibrated for the JVC Camcorder series with LANC compatiblity (Control-L)
I-705DX

The Acebil I-705DX Tripod System includes a 2 stage, lightweight aluminum tripod, the standard H705 fluid head, a middle brace, extra handle (2 total) and the S-9 carry case. Capable of supporting up to 8kg / 11lb, the I-705DX provides an optimum solution for small and high performance ProHD and 4KCAM camcorders.
J-805MX

The Acebil j-805MX Tripod System includes a single stage, lightweight 4.1kg / 9.1lb aluminum tripod, the H805 fluid head, mid spreader, extra handle (2 total) and the S-30 case. Capable of supporting up to 5kg / 11lb, the j-805MX provides an optimum solution for small and high performance ProHD and 4KCAM camcorders.
KM-IP8S4

Optimal for switching live programming in SD up to full HD 1080 60P with vMix 4K licensed software. KM-IP8S4 provides a minimum of 8 NDI HX inputs and 4-SDI inputs (up to 1080p60). This product becomes a significant part of JVC's live IP production workflow solution.
LC-2J

The LC-2J two channel simultaneous charger is designed to charge SSL-JVC 7.4V batteries for professional camcorders
RM-LP100

This advanced controller connects to your network and provides complete IP control of cameras in your facility or anywhere in the world through the internet.
SAK-LCD7

This bracket is designed for the DT-X71HP LCD monitors enabling it to be mounted on top of JVC professional camcorders for use as a studio viewfinder. It is compatible with JVC GY-HM170/180/250, GY-HC500 Series, and GY-HC900 models.
SAK-LCD9

This bracket is designed for the DT-X 9-inch LCD Monitors and allows the monitor to be mounted on top of JVC professional camcorders for use as a studio viewfinder with JVC professional cameras.
SSL-JVC50-IDX

This 7.4V Li-ion battery employs secured communication technology and communicates with specific JVC camcorders
SSL-JVC75-IDX

The SSL-JVC75 is a high capacity 7.4V, 7350mAh, 55Wh Li-ion battery