GY-DV5100
LWT0230-001A
DV CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
* The illustration shows the GY-DV5100 DV Camcorder with the optional lens, viewfinder and Microphone attached.
For Customer Use :
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. GY-DV5100
Serial No.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating
this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper.
INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS,
INDICATORS AND
CONNECTORS
BASIC SYSTEM
CONNECTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
POWER SUPPLY
PREPARATIONS
SETTING AND
ADJUSTMENTS
BEFORE SHOOTING
SHOOTING
OPERATION
PLAYBACK MODE
USING EXTERNAL
COMPONENTS
TIME CODE
OPERATION
MENU SCREENS
OTHERS
FEATURES OF THE
CAMERA SECTION
GY-DV5100
GY-DV5101
DV CAMCORDER
DV CAMKORDER
CAMESCOPE DV
CÁMARA DE VÍDEO DIGITAL
VIDEOCAMERA DIGITALE
INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCCIONES
ISTRUZIONI
* The illustration shows the GY-DV5100/GY-DV5101 DV Camcorder with the optional lens, viewfinder and Microphone attached.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating
this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper.
INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS,
INDICATORS AND
CONNECTORS
BASIC SYSTEM
CONNECTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
POWER SUPPLY
PREPARATIONS
SETTING AND
ADJUSTMENTS
BEFORE SHOOTING
SHOOTING
OPERATION
PLAYBACK MODE
USING EXTERNAL
COMPONENTS
TIME CODE
OPERATION
MENU SCREENS
OTHERS
FEATURES OF THE
CAMERA SECTION
LWT0231-001A
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1. Read all of these instructions.
2. Save these instructions for later use.
3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5. Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
6. Do not use this appliance near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
7. Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
kit approved by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to
insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface. This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance
should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
9. This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For appliance designed
to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
10. This appliance system is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third (grounding) pin). This plug
will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the
outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding
plug.
11. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be abused by
persons walking on it.
13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.
14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
15. Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.
16. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.
e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.
When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.
18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety
checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-DV5100/GY-DV5101 DV Camcorder.
These instructions are for the GY-DV5100E and GY-DV5101E. The text mainly deals with the GY-DV5100E.
Explanations concerning unique GY-DV5101E functions are set off by the (GY-DV5101 only) notice.
(DV signal input is possible with the GY-DV5101E.)
These instructions are for the GY-DV5100E and GY-DV5101E.
The instructions are given in five languages: English from page E-2 to E-102, German from page G-2 to G-102, French from page
F-2 to F-102, Spanish from page S-2 to S-102, Italian from page I-2 to I-102.
This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corresponding European Directives. This
equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be used in the following environments:
residential area (in houses) or rural area
commercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres
urban outdoors
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electromagnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables not
exceeding the following length:
Caution : Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for example near a radio or TV transmitter,
transformer, motor, etc., the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case, please keep the apparatus
away from the sources of the disturbance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
DC IN
Exclusive Cable
5 meters
FRONT AUDIO IN Shielded Twist Pair Cable
10 meters
REAR AUDIO IN Shielded Twist Pair Cable
10 meters
LINE OUT
Exclusive Cable
10 meters
EARPHONE
Cable with earphone
2 meters
Port
Cable
Length
Port
Cable
Length
DC OUT
Exclusive Cable
1 meter
MONITOR OUT
Coaxial Cable
10 meters
Y/C OUT
Exclusive Cable
10 meters
DV
Exclusive Cable
4.5 meters
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FOR USA AND CANADA
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AUTION :
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magni-
tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmfull interfrence to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC
COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
INFORMATION FOR USA
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS : (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE
THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Class B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
CAUTION
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the top frame.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This unit should be used with 12V DC only.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use
any other power source.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user servicea-
ble parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
AVERTISSEMENT :
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU
D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER
L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant
direct en 12V.
ATTENTION :
Afin d'eviter tout resque d'incendie ou d'électrocution,
ne pas utillser d'autres sources d'alimentation électrique.
REMARQUE :
La plaque d'identification (numéro de série) se trouve sur le panneau
arrière de l'appareil.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the top frame.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This unit should be used with 12V DC only.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT
use any other power source.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user service-
able parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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This unit is a DV video system format camcorder.
Videocassettes marked with the
symbol or
symbol
can be used.
MAIN FEATURES
The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded
on other units (including another GY-DV5100) are recorded
or played back on this camcorder.
The transient section between scenes recorded on other
units and those recorded on this unit may appear
disturbed.
Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking
errors.
Built-in compatible mechanism for use of both standard-size
DV videocassettes and mini-size DV videocassettes
Recording/playback can be made to/from Standard DV, Mini
DV and DVCAM cassettes in DV format.
Tapes recorded in the DVCAM format can only be played
back (simple playback). Recording in the DVCAM format is
not possible.
DVCAM is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
Compact, lightweight design
Employment of aluminum die-casting has resulted in an
operating condition weight as low as 5.6 kg including lens,
viewfinder, battery, and cassette.
DV high-quality digital format
The 4:1:1, 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital processing
ensures recording and playback with high picture quality.
High sound quality based on PCM audio
Select of sampling, 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling or 12-bit, 32 kHz
sampling. Ensures high-quality digital audio.
Time code reader/generator
The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record
SMPTE time code and user's bits.
Built-in 2.5" color LCD display
In addition to displaying the camera image and the playback
image, the LCD monitor shows the status screens, menu
screens for settings, and alarm indications.
Built-in monitor speaker for audio checking
The input audio can be monitored in recording or EE mode.
The playback sound can be monitored in the playback mode.
The speaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an abnormal
condition occurs in the unit.
Recording check function for convenient recording review and
edit search function.
Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality
picture
1/2" 3-CCD with 380,000 effective pixels employed. Digital
signal processing for reproduction of DV high-quality picture.
Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV5100.
These instructions are for GY-DV5100U.
LOLUX for 0.2 lx (F1.4) illumination
Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +36 dB gain. This is
ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no
illumination.
The gain up value can be selected in the menu.
Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit
Multi-zone auto iris detection circuit ensures optimum iris
position even in back light conditions or when a bright subject
moves in a frame. Switch provided for selecting over or under
level.
Safety Zone indication in viewfinder
Two types of safety zone indicator functions provided.
Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder
Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function
Eliminating the need for troublesome switch or filter
operations, the FAS function automatically provides a wide
range of compatibility with shooting conditions which varies
as you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright
and dark locations.
Color temperature conversion filters for 3200K, 5600K, 5600K
+ 1/8ND, 5600 + 1/64ND provided.
Variable scan shutter
Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than
NTSC, such as computer monitor screens.
Copes with the range from 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz.
DV (i. LINK) connector
DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data
to other equipment provided with DV connector, such as a
non-linear editing system.
1/2" bayonet type lens
Camera output, VCR playback output (composite/YC)
possible
Built-in color bar (SMPTE type)
Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected
by dial.
This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.
Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible.
Due to manufacturing dispersion of tapes, we
recommend not to record pictures within the first 2 to 3
minutes from the beginning of the tape.
Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform
a test recording and confirm that both video and audio
are recorded correctly.
Recorded video and audio contents are for private use.
Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.
JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the
impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or
audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the
videocassette.
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This unit is a DV video system format camcorder.
Videocassettes marked with the
symbol or
symbol
can be used.
MAIN FEATURES
The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded
on other units (including another GY-DV5100) are recorded
or played back on this camcorder.
The transient section between scenes recorded on other
units and those recorded on this unit may appear
disturbed.
Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking
errors.
Built-in compatible mechanism for use of both standard-size
DV videocassettes and mini-size DV videocassettes
Recording/playback can be made to/from Standard DV, Mini
DV and DVCAM cassettes in DV format.
Tapes recorded in the DVCAM format can only be played
back (simple playback). Recording in the DVCAM format is
not possible.
DVCAM is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
Compact, lightweight design
Employment of aluminum die-casting has resulted in an
operating condition weight as low as approximately 5.6 kg
including lens, viewfinder, battery, and cassette.
DV high-quality digital format
The 4:2:0, 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital processing
ensures recording and playback with high picture quality.
High sound quality based on PCM audio
Select of sampling, 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling or 12-bit, 32 kHz
sampling, ensure high-quality digital audio.
Time code reader/generator
The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record
EBU time code and user's bits.
Built-in 2.5" colour LCD display
In addition to displaying the camera image and the playback
image, the LCD monitor shows the status screens, menu
screens for settings, and alarm indications.
Built-in monitor speaker for audio checking
The input audio can be monitored in recording or EE mode.
The playback sound can be monitored in the playback mode.
The speaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an abnormal
condition occurs in the unit.
Recording check function for convenient recording review and
edit search function.
Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality
picture
1/2" 3-CCD with 440,000 effective pixels employed. Digital
signal processing for reproduction of DV high-quality picture.
LOLUX for 0.2 lx (F1.4) illumination
Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +36 dB gain. This is
ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no illumina-
tion.
The gain up value can be selected in the menu.
Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit
Multi-zone auto iris detection circuit ensures optimum iris
position even in back light conditions or when a bright subject
moves in a frame. Switch provided for selecting over or under
level.
Safety Zone indication in viewfinder
Two types of safety zone indicator functions provided.
Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder
Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function
Eliminating the need for troublesome switch or filter
operations, the FAS function automatically provides a wide
range of compatibility with shooting conditions which varies
as you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright
and dark locations.
Colour temperature conversion filters for 3200K, 5600K,
5600K + 1/8ND, 5600 + 1/64ND provided.
Variable scan shutter
Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than
PAL, such as computer monitor screens.
Copes with the range from 50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz.
DV (i. LINK) connector
DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data
to other equipment provided with DV connector, such as a
non-linear editing system.
1/2" bayonet type lens
Camera output, VCR playback output (composite/YC)
possible
Built-in colour bar (EBU type)
Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected
by dial.
This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.
Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible.
Due to manufacturing dispersion of tapes, we
recommend not to record pictures within the first 2 to 3
minutes from the beginning of the tape.
Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform
a test recording and confirm that both video and audio
are recorded correctly.
Recorded video and audio contents are for private use.
Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.
JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the
impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or
audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the
videocassette.
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7. SHOOTING OPERATION
7-1
Basic Recording Operation ...................................... 54
7-2
Searching for Recorded Scenes (Edit Search) ........ 56
7-3
If the Record-Standby Mode Continues ................... 57
7-4
Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby
Mode (Recording Check Function) .......................... 57
7-5
HEADER REC Function ........................................... 58
7-6
Recording the Color Bars ......................................... 60
8. PLAYBACK MODE
8-1
Playback Procedure ................................................. 61
8-2
Fast-Forward, Rewind .............................................. 62
8-3
Search ...................................................................... 62
8-4
Blank Search ............................................................ 62
8-5
Variable Slow Playback ............................................ 63
8-6
Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio .................... 64
APPLICATION
9. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
9-1
Connecting a Video Component with
DV Connector .......................................................... 65
10. TIME CODE OPERATION
10-1 Displaying Time Code .............................................. 67
10-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code .................. 68
10-3 Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time
Codes Recorded on Tape ........................................ 70
10-4 Reproducing Time Codes ......................................... 70
11. MENU SCREENS
11-1 Menu Screen Configuration ..................................... 71
11-2 Setting Menu Screens .............................................. 72
11-3 FILE MANAGE Menu Screen ................................... 73
11-4 TOP MENU Screen .................................................. 74
11-5 CAMERA OPERATION Menu Screen ...................... 75
11-6 CAMERA PROCESS MENU Screen ....................... 76
11-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen .............................. 78
11-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen ............................... 79
11-9 AUDIO/VIDEO Menu Screen ................................... 79
11-10 LCD/VF Menu Screen .............................................. 81
11-11 TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen ................................... 83
11-12 HEADER REC Menu Screen ................................... 84
11-13 TIME/DATE Menu Screen ........................................ 85
11-14 OTHERS Menu Screen ............................................ 86
12. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION
12-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW) ....................... 88
12-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment ................................... 89
12-3 Adjusting the Shutter Speed .................................... 90
12-4 Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer
Monitor ..................................................................... 91
12-5 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment ................................... 92
12-6 Switch Setup According to Illumination
and Subject .............................................................. 93
12-7 How to Use Skin Detail ............................................ 94
OTHERS
13. OTHERS
13-1 Alarm Indications and Actions .................................. 96
13-2 Troubleshooting ....................................................... 99
13-3 Hour Meter Display ................................................ 100
13-4 Specifications ......................................................... 101
INTRODUCTION
MAIN FEATURES ............................................................... 4
CONTENTS ........................................................................ 5
1. INTRODUCTION
1-1
Precautions for Proper Use ........................................ 6
1-2
Routine and Periodical Maintenance ......................... 7
1-3
Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape .............. 7
1-4
Videocassette to be Used .......................................... 8
1-5
Battery Pack to be Used ............................................ 8
1-6
Condensation ............................................................. 9
1-7
Characteristic CCD Phenomena ................................ 9
2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
2-1
Front Section ............................................................ 10
2-2
Right Side Section .................................................... 12
2-3
Left Side Section ...................................................... 17
2-4
Top Section .............................................................. 18
2-5
Rear Section ............................................................ 19
2-6
Indications on the LCD Monitor and in
the Viewfinder .......................................................... 21
2-7
Lens (Optional) ......................................................... 29
2-8
1.5-Inch Viewfinder (Optional) .................................. 30
PREPARATIONS
3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
3-1
Basic System ........................................................... 31
3-2
Attaching the Zoom Lens ......................................... 32
3-3
Attaching the Viewfinder .......................................... 32
3-4
Attaching the Microphone (Provided) ....................... 33
3-5
Attaching the Microphone (Optional) ........................ 33
3-6
Attaching the Tripod Base (Provided) ...................... 34
4. POWER SUPPLY
4-1
AC Operation ........................................................... 35
4-2
Battery Pack Operation (Optional) ........................... 35
BASIC OPERATIONS
5. PREPARATIONS
5-1
Turning the Power ON ............................................. 39
5-2
Cassette Loading and Unloading ............................. 40
5-3
Viewing the LCD Monitor ......................................... 42
5-4
Setting, Displaying and Recording the Date
and Time .................................................................. 43
5-5
Charging the Built-in Battery .................................... 46
6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE
SHOOTING
6-1
Camera Settings ...................................................... 47
6-2
Screen Size (4:3/LETTER) Mode Selection ............. 47
6-3
Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................. 48
6-4
External Monitor Adjustment .................................... 48
6-5
Back Focus Adjustment ............................................ 49
6-6
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 50
6-7
Audio Input Signal Selection .................................... 51
6-8
Recording Level Adjustment .................................... 52
6-9
Monitoring Audio during Recording .......................... 53
CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
MAIN FEATURES ............................................................... 4
1. INTRODUCTION
1-1
Precautions for Proper Use ........................................ 6
1-2
Routine and Periodical Maintenance ......................... 7
1-3
Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape .............. 7
1-4
Videocassette to be Used .......................................... 8
1-5
Battery Pack to be Used ............................................ 8
1-6
Condensation ............................................................. 9
1-7
Characteristic CCD Phenomena ................................ 9
2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
2-1
Front Section ............................................................ 10
2-2
Right Side Section .................................................... 12
2-3
Left Side Section ...................................................... 17
2-4
Top Section .............................................................. 18
2-5
Rear Section ............................................................ 19
2-6
Indications on the LCD Monitor and in
the Viewfinder .......................................................... 21
2-7
ZOOM Lens (Optional) ............................................. 29
2-8
1.5-Inch Viewfinder (Optional) .................................. 30
PREPARATIONS
3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
3-1
Basic System ........................................................... 31
3-2
Attaching the Zoom Lens ......................................... 32
3-3
Attaching the Viewfinder .......................................... 32
3-4
Attaching the Microphone (Provided) ....................... 33
3-5
Attaching the Microphone (Optional) ........................ 33
3-6
Attaching the Tripod Base (Provided) ...................... 34
4. POWER SUPPLY
4-1
AC Operation ........................................................... 35
4-2
Battery Pack Operation (Optional) ........................... 35
BASIC OPERATIONS
5. PREPARATIONS
5-1
Turning the Power ON ............................................. 39
5-2
Cassette Loading and Unloading ............................. 40
5-3
Viewing the LCD Monitor ......................................... 42
5-4
Setting, Displaying and Recording the Date
and Time .................................................................. 43
5-5
Charging the Built-in Battery .................................... 46
6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE
SHOOTING
6-1
Camera Settings ...................................................... 47
6-2
Screen Size (4:3/LETTER/SQUEEZE) Mode Selection ..... 47
6-3
Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................. 48
6-4
External Monitor Adjustment .................................... 48
6-5
Back Focus Adjustment ............................................ 49
6-6
White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 50
6-7
Audio Input Signal Selection .................................... 51
6-8
Recording Level Adjustment .................................... 52
6-9
Monitoring Audio during Recording .......................... 53
7. SHOOTING OPERATION
7-1
Basic Recording Operation ...................................... 54
7-2
Searching for Recorded Scenes (Edit Search) ........ 56
7-3
If the Record-Standby Mode Continues ................... 57
7-4
Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby
Mode (Recording Check Function) .......................... 57
7-5
HEADER REC Function ........................................... 58
7-6
Recording the Colour Bars ....................................... 60
8. PLAYBACK MODE
8-1
Playback Procedure ................................................. 61
8-2
Fast-Forward, Rewind .............................................. 62
8-3
Search ...................................................................... 62
8-4
Blank Search ............................................................ 62
8-5
Variable Slow Playback ............................................ 63
8-6
Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio .................... 64
APPLICATION
9. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
9-1
Connecting a Video Component with
DV Connector .......................................................... 65
10. TIME CODE OPERATION
10-1 Displaying Time Code .............................................. 67
10-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code .................. 68
10-3 Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time
Codes Recorded on Tape ........................................ 70
10-4 Reproducing Time Codes ......................................... 70
11. MENU SCREENS
11-1 Menu Screen Configuration ..................................... 71
11-2 Setting Menu Screens .............................................. 72
11-3 FILE MANAGE Menu Screen ................................... 73
11-4 TOP MENU Screen .................................................. 74
11-5 CAMERA OPERATION Menu Screen ...................... 75
11-6 CAMERA PROCESS MENU Screen ....................... 76
11-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen .............................. 78
11-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen ............................... 79
11-9 AUDIO Menu Screen ............................................... 79
11-10 LCD/VF Menu Screen .............................................. 81
11-11 TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen ................................... 83
11-12 HEADER REC Menu Screen ................................... 84
11-13 TIME/DATE Menu Screen ........................................ 85
11-14 OTHERS Menu Screen ............................................ 86
12. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION
12-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW) ....................... 88
12-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment ................................... 89
12-3 Adjusting the Shutter Speed .................................... 90
12-4 Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer
Monitor ..................................................................... 91
12-5 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment ................................... 92
12-6 Switch Setup According to Illumination
and Subject .............................................................. 93
12-7 How to Use Skin Detail ............................................ 94
OTHERS
13. OTHERS
13-1 Alarm Indications and Actions .................................. 96
13-2 Troubleshooting ....................................................... 99
13-3 Hour Meter Display ................................................ 100
13-4 Specifications ......................................................... 101
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