JVC GY-DV5000 User Manual

GY-DV5000
LWT0072-001A
DV CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
* The illustration shows the GY-DV5000 DV Camcorder with the optional lens, viewfinder, Microphone holder
and Microphone attached.
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Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. GY-DV5000
Serial No.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance.
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-DV5000
LWT0090
DV CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
* The illustration shows the GY-DV5000 DV Camcorder with the optional lens and viewfinder Microphone holder, Microphone attache
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This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance.
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
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CAUTION
This section of instruction manual is specially edited for service purpose with modified contents. It is not recommended to use this section for the sub­stitution of the original book included in the merchan­dise.
CAUTION
This section of instruction manual is specially edited for service purpose with modified contents. It is not recommended to use this section for the sub­stitution of the original book included in the merchan­dise.
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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 over turn.
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-DV5000 DV Camcorder.
These instructions are for the GY-DV5000E.
The instructions are given in five languages: English from page E-2 to E-93, German from page G-2 to G-93, French from page F-2 to F-93, Spanish from page S-2 to S-93, Italian from page I-2 to I-93.
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 magni­tude 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 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 servicea­ble 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 service­able parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV5000. These instructions are for GY-DV5000.
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-DV5000) 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 cast has resulted in an operation-condition weight as low as approximately 5.5 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 Tw o types of sampling, 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling and 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 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 loudspeaker 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 loudspeaker 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.
Super sensitivity F13, 2000 lux 2000 lux standard sensitivity increased to F13 while high S/ N is retained. Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination eliminating the need for extra illumination.
LOLUX for 0.2 lux (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 backlit 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.
Var iable 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.
Connection to network possible (when the optional Network Pack KA-DV5000 is attached) Video and audio streaming data can be transmitted through a LAN card and recorded on memory cards.
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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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 .............. 8
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 ...................................................... 16
2-4 Top Section .............................................................. 17
2-5 Rear Section ............................................................ 18
2-6 Indications on the LCD Monitor and in
the Viewfinder .......................................................... 20
2-7 Lens (Optional)......................................................... 27
2-8 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (Optional) .................................. 28
PREPARATIONS
3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
3-1 Basic System ........................................................... 29
3-2 Attaching the Zoom Lens ......................................... 30
3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder........................................... 30
3-4 Attaching the Microphone (Provided) ....................... 31
3-5 Attaching the Microphone (Optional)........................ 31
3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (Provided) ....................... 32
4. POWER SUPPLY
4-1 AC Operation ........................................................... 33
4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Optional) ........................... 33
BASIC OPERATIONS
5. PREPARATIONS
5-1 Turning the Power ON .............................................. 37
5-2 Cassette Loading and Unloading ............................. 38
5-3 Viewing the LCD Monitor ......................................... 40
5-4 Setting, Displaying and Recording the Date
and Time .................................................................. 41
5-5 Charging the Built-in Battery .................................... 44
6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE
SHOOTING
6-1 Camera Settings ...................................................... 45
6-2 Screen Size (4:3/LETTER) Mode Selection ............. 45
6-3 Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................. 46
6-4 External Monitor Adjustment .................................... 46
6-5 Back Focus Adjustment............................................ 47
6-6 White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 48
6-7 Audio Input Signal Selection .................................... 49
6-8 Recording Level Adjustment .................................... 50
6-9 Monitoring Audio during Recording .......................... 51
7. SHOOTING OPERATION
7-1 Basic Recording Operation ...................................... 52
7-2 Searching for Recorded Scenes (Edit Search) ........ 54
7-3 If the Record-Standby Mode Continues ................... 55
7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby
Mode (Recording Check Function) .......................... 55
7-5 Recording the Color Bars ......................................... 56
8. PLAYBACK MODE
8-1 Playback Procedure ................................................. 57
8-2 Fast-Forward, Rewind .............................................. 58
8-3 Search ...................................................................... 58
8-4 Blank Search ............................................................ 58
8-5 Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio .................... 59
APPLICATION
9. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
9-1 Connecting a Video Component with
DV Connector ........................................................... 60
10. TIME CODE OPERATION
10-1 Displaying Time Code .............................................. 62
10-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code .................. 62
10-3 Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time
Codes Recorded on Tape ........................................ 64
10-4 Reproducing Time Codes......................................... 64
11. MENU SCREENS
11-1 Menu Screen Configuration ..................................... 65
11-2 Setting Menu Screens .............................................. 66
11-3 FILE MANAGE Menu Screen ................................... 67
11-4 TOP MENU Screen .................................................. 68
11-5 CAMERA OPERATION Menu Screen...................... 69
11-6 CAMERA PROCESS MENU Screen ....................... 70
11-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen............................... 71
11-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen ............................... 71
11-9 AUDIO/VIDEO Menu Screen ................................... 72
11-10
LCD/VF Menu Screen .............................................. 73
11-11
TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen................................... 75
11-12
TIME/DATE Menu Screen ........................................ 76
11-13
OTHERS Menu Screen ............................................ 77
12. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION
12-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW) ....................... 79
12-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment ................................... 80
12-3 Adjusting the Shutter Speed .................................... 81
12-4 Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer
Monitor ..................................................................... 82
12-5 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment ................................... 83
12-6 Switch Setup According to Illumination
and Subject .............................................................. 84
12-7 How to Use Skin Detail ............................................ 85
OTHERS
13. OTHERS
13-1 Alar m Indications and Actions .................................. 87
13-2 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 90
13-3 Hour Meter Display .................................................. 91
13-4 Specifications ........................................................... 92
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1. INTRODUCTION

1-1 Precautions for Proper Use

Supply voltage
Make sure that the power is between 11 V and 15 V DC. If the power voltage is too low, abnormal color and increased noise may occur. Do not exceed 15 V DC in any case, or the unit could be damaged.
Allowable ambient temperature and humidity
Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature range of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of 30% to 80%. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction but the impact on the CCD elements could be serious as small white spots may be generated. When storing the GY-DV5000 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C.
Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism
Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the colors may be incorrect if the camera is used near a radio or television transmitting antenna, in places where strong magnetic fields are generated by transformers, motors, etc., or near devices emitting radio waves, such as transceivers or cellular phones.
Use of wireless microphone near the camera
When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner is used near the camera during recording, the tuner could pick up noise.
Avoid using or placing the unit in places;
• subject to extreme heat or cold;
• with excessive dirt or dust;
• with high humidity or moisture;
• subject to smoke or vapour such as near a cooking stove;
• subject to strong vibrations or on an unstable surface.
• also do not leave the unit for long hours in a parked car under direct sunlight or near room heating equipment.
Do not leave the unit where it is subject to radiation or x­rays or where corrosive gasses occur.
Protect the unit from being splashed with water
(especially when shooting in the rain).
Protect the unit from being wet when shooting on a beach. In addition, salt and sand may adhere to the camera body. Be sure to clean the camera after use.
Protect the unit against penetration of dust when using it in a place subject to sandy dust.
Setup level
The video signal of the unit’s video output is provided with a setup level when shipped from the factory. If you want to turn OFF the setup level, set the SET UP item on the AUDIO/ VIDEO menu screen to 0.0%.
Optical performance of lens
Due to the optical performance of the lens, color divergence phenomena (magnification chromatic aberration) may occur at the periphery of the image. This is not a camera malfunction.
Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching between the playback picture and the EE picture.
Use the unit in an upright position.
If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate, adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on circumstances the tape may also be damaged.
Vibrations
Colors may fail to appear and/or the image and sound may be disturbed during VTR playback in locations subjected to strong vibrations.
Precautions for transportation
Do not drop or hit the unit against a hard object.
Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit.
Do not insert an object other than a videocassette in the
cassette insertion slot. Be sure to close the cassette cover when the unit is not to be used for a long period.
Do not set the POWER switch to OFF or remove the power cable during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape may be damaged.
The sensitivity level of the provided microphone is set lower than the reference input (- 60 dBs) setting.
When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF in order to reduce power consumption.
Cleaning the body: Wipe body with a dry, soft cloth. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent. To prevent deformation of the body, etc. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow volatile liquids such as benzine and thinner to touch the body, and do not wipe it with a cloth soaked in such a liquid.
The camera may not show stable pictures in the period immediately after the power is turned on, but this is not a malfunction.
If a tape containing recorded PAL signals is played back, “PAL INHIBIT” is displayed and correct playback will not take place. If this happens, remove the videocassette so that the unit returns to its normal state.
When turning on the power with the tape inserted or after loading a tape, the built-in head cleaner will emit a sound while operating. However, this is not a malfunction of the unit.
The LCD screen and the viewfinder screen are manufactured using high-precision technology. Black spots may appear on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen, or red, blue, green and/or white spots may not turn off. However, this is not a malfunction and these spots are not recorded on the tape.
Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the cassette insertion slot as this may result in personal injury or damage to the mechanism.
CAUTION :
Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at the sun or
other strong light source.
•Eye damage could result.
• If the lens or viewfinder is left pointed at the sun, rays may collect inside the unit and cause damage or a fire.
When carrying the camera, be sure to hold the carrying handle. Holding the lens or viewfinder may result in damage.
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1. INTRODUCTION
Head Cleaning
To maintain beautiful pictures and sound, be sure to use a head cleaning tape to clean the head periodically. (Read the “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape” on page 8.) If head cleaning is not performed periodically, a type of mosaic noise called block noise may appear in the picture or sound may be interrupted.
Please use cleaning tape produced by JVC. Do not use head cleaning tapes other than specified. Read the precautions and instructions for use of the head cleaning tape on page 8.
When dust adheres to the heads, the warning message “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!” is displayed on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder during playback, edit search, and recording check using the RET button on the lens section.
The GY-DV5000 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which will collect dirt, wear out and deteriorate as the unit is used. After the unit has been used for a long period even in a normal environment, the heads, drums and tape transport mechanisms also collect dirt. Especially, dust which penetrates the inside of the VCR section during outdoor use will promote the wear and deterioration of mechanical parts by causing poor contact between tape and heads or failing to maintain the video and audio quality at high levels. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using a head cleaning tape as routine maintenance. Ho weve r, cleaning with a head cleaning tape alone is not enough for cleaning the entire tape transport mechanism, so it is also recommended to apply periodical maintenance (inspection) to prevent the sudden occurrence of failure. As the replacement, adjustment and servicing of parts require advanced skill and equipment, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

1-2 Routine and Periodical Maintenance

Periodical Maintenance
Contents : Check or replace the following mechanical parts
according to the running time.
• The maintenance contents vary depending on the operating environment and method. Therefore, the above data should be considered as a reference.
Time management
The accumulated running time of the unit can be confirmed with the hour meter display (which shows the accumulated drum running time). For details, see “HOUR METER DISPLAY” on page 91.
For consultations related to the maintenance planning or cost, please contact the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.
: Check
: Clean, check and adjust.
: Clean and check. Replace as required.
: Replace.
Running Time
500H
1000 H 1500H
2000H 4000H
Drum ass’y (including heads)
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Head cleaner
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Tape guides & rollers
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Rotary encoder
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Gears
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Drive parts 夡䢇
Block Noise
HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!
For servicing Refer to the service manual page. 2-6 “2.4.3 Cleaning”
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1. INTRODUCTION
Please use cleaning tape produced by JVC. Adhere to the following precautions when using the head cleaning tape.
1.
Place the unit in the STOP mode.
2.
The tape runs for 10 seconds at a time in the PLAY mode. (The tape stops automatically and then the unit enters the SAVE MODE.) Press the PLAY button after the cleaning tape is fully loaded.
3.
Do not use the tape more than four times at the most for each cleaning.
4.
The cleaning tape can be used approximately 100 times.
Use the following chart as a guide for periodical head cleaning.

1-3 Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape

The GY-DV5000 can use any of the following battery packs.
Flat shape type
Anton-Bauer battery pack: Trimpack 13.14 Series
Magnum 13.14 Series Compack 13.14 Series Propack 13.14 Series
* An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be connected directly
to the camera. It is necessary to mount the optional battery holder.
Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 For details on how to mount the battery holder, see page
35.

1-5 Battery Pack to be Used

To display the remaining battery power accurately, set the BATTERY TYPE item on the OTHERS (2/2) menu screen according to the type of the battery pack in use. (☞See page 78)

1-4 Videocassette to be Used

Use JVC’s videocassette tapes marked with the “
” or
” symbol.
Standard DV videocassette: LA-DV276, LA-DV186, LA­DV124 Mini DV videocassette: M-DV63PRO, M-DV60, M-DV30 * Do not use M-DV80.
Videocassettes cannot be used upside down.
Avoid storing a videocassette with its tape not being
completely wound, as this may damage the tape. Rewind it to the beginning before placing a cassette into storage.
Store videocassettes in a place with little humidity and good
ventilation where mould does not form.
After a videocassette tape has been used repeatedly,
it becomes unable to maintain full performance due to an increase in noise caused by dropouts, etc. Do not continue to use a dirty or damaged tape, as this will
reduce the rotary head life.
Videocassette tapes with the “
” or “
” symbol are provided with a switch on the back to prevent accidental erasure.
Slide the switch to SAVE to protect the required recording in the tape from being overwritten.
To record on the tape, slide the switch to REC.
Note 1) When used in a low humidity environment, head cleaning
should be conducted at intervals half of those given in the below chart.
Note 2) If an ME80 tape is used immediately after head cleaning,
the “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!” indicator may remain on. In this case, let the tape run as the indicator will turn off after the tape has run for a while.
Note 3) Use the cleaning tape in the room temperature (10˚C to
35˚C).
Note 4) The cleaning tape case contains instructions for use of
the cleaning tape. However, some of these instructions differ from the contents of this sheet. When using the cleaning tape, please follow the instructions of this sheet.
Note 5) I f the “HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!” does not
disappear after repeated head cleanings, the recording tape may be abnormal. Avoid excessive repeated use of the head cleaning tape.
Operating Low temperature Room temperature High temperature environment 0˚C to 10˚C 10˚C to 35˚C 35˚C to 40˚C
Yardstick for use 1 to 2 times 1 to 2 times 1 to 2 times of cleaning tape every 5 hours every 20 to 30 hours every 5 hours
REC
SAVE
Switch
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1. INTRODUCTION
Monitor screen
Smear (Vertical pale streaking appearing at high luminous object)
High luminous object (Electric light, sunlight, etc.)
Blooming (Blurring in highlight)
If the unit has been cooled down in a cold place and is then carried to a warm place, the moisture contained in the warm air may adhere to the head drum or tape guides and be cooled into water droplets. This phenomenon is referred to as condensation (dewing). When this occurs, the head drum and tape guides are covered with droplets allowing the tape to be stuck to them, leading to tape damage.
Condensation occurs in the following cases:
• When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place.
• When a room heater has just started or when the unit is exposed directly to cold air from an air conditioner.
• When the unit is placed in a very humid place.

1-6 Condensation

Smear and Blooming
Due to the physical structure of a CCD it is possible to induce vertical streaking (called “smear“) when shooting an extremely bright light source. Another effect is the expansion of light around a bright light or object (called “blooming“). The CCD employed in this unit is characterized by inducing very little smear or blooming. Nevertheless, please take note that smear or blooming may be indured when shooting a bright light source.
Moire or Aliasing
Shooting stripes or fine patterns may cause a jagged effect or a banding in fine mesh patterns.
White dots
High temperatures can cause CCD sensor pixels to produce the effect of white dots in the image. This condition is conspicuous especially when gain is applied. This is a characteristic of the charged-coupled device (CCD). As far as possible, use the unit under conditions where the temperature of the unit does not increase.

1-7 Characteristic CCD Phenomena

Do not leave the videocassette inserted when moving the camera under conditions where the temperature environment changes. After moving the unit, do not use until the internal parts have stabilized.
“CONDENSATION ON DRUM” is displayed on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder when condensation occurs in this unit.
Head drum
Video tape
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CONDENSATION ON DRUM
Keep the power on until the warning message disappears.
Pay attention to condensation even before the condensation indication appears.
• As condensation forms gradually, the condensation indication may not appear for the first 10-15 minutes after condensation has formed inside.
• In an extremely cold place, the condensation could freeze and turn into frost. In such a case, it takes an additional 2­3 hours for the frost to first melt into condensation and then to be dissolved.
To prevent condensation when moving the unit from one place to another where the temperatures are greatly defferent, first remove the videocassette, place the unit in a tightly sealed vinyl bag, and then move it to a new environment.
To ensure no condensation occurs, allow the temperature of the unit in the bag to reach that of the new environment before using it.
For servicing Refer to the service manual page. 1-9 “White blemish derection”
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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-1 Front Section

VF
ZEBRA
AUDIO
LEVELE CH-1
OFF
ON
SKIN AREA
AUTO WHITE
ACCU FOCUS
VTR
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CAUTION:
1
Viewfinder mount base, sliding securing ring
Mount the viewfinder on the base and secure it using the sliding securing ring. See “Attaching the Viewfinder” on page 30.
2
[VF] Viewfinder connector (6-pin)
Connect the cable from the viewfinder here.
3
[FRONT AUDIO IN] Front audio input connector (XLR 3-pin)
Balanced 3-pin connector for camera microphone or external audio component.
Set the FRONT/REAR AUDIO INPUT switch
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on page
15 in accordance with the connected device.
To record the audio from this connector, set the CH-1/ CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch
0
on page 15 to “FRONT”.
See page 15.
4
[LENS] Lens control connector
Connect 12-pin lens control cable from lens here.
5
[ZEBRA] Switch
When this switch is ON, a zebra pattern is imposed on the viewfinder or LCD areas having luminance levels in accordance with the menu settings made for the video signal. This pattern can be used as a reference for manual adjustment of the lens iris. Zebra patterns are also displayed during color bar display when this switch is set to ON.
See “Zebra Patter n Display during Manual Adjustment” on page 80.
The default value is 70% - 80%. The luminance level can be changed with the ZEBRA setting in the LCD/VF menu screen. See “ZEBRA” item on page 73.
While this switch is pressed to the SKIN AREA side, the color tone areas specified with the SKIN COLOR ADJUST item on the ADVANCED PROCESS menu are indicated in the viewfinder. The switch returns to the OFF position when released. See “How to Use Skin Detail” on page 85.
The Skin Detail color tone areas are not indicated while the color bar or VTR playback picture is shown in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
6
[VTR] VTR trigger button (record start/stop button)
Recording start/stop can be done with this button. (It is interlocked with the VTR trigger button on the side section and the VTR trigger button on the lens section.)
7
[AUDIO LEVEL CH-1] CH-1 audio level control
Adjusts the audio level of the CH1 audio signal input. Normally, the camera is used with the control set to the maximum (10) position.
To use this control, set the CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen to “ENABLE”.
Pin No. Function Pin No. Function
1 Return switch 7 Iris position 2 VTR trigger 8 IRIS A/R INPUT 3 GND 9 EXTENDER position 4
Lens AUTO/MANU control
10 ZOOM position 5 IRIS control 11 — 6 +12V DC 12
1
2
3
Pin No. Function
1 GND
2 HOT
3 COLD
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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
8
[AUTO WHITE/ACCU FOCUS] switch
White Balance:
First, position a white object to occupy 80% of the centre of the screen.
When the WHT.BAL switch
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on page 13 is set to A or B, setting this switch to the upper position (“AUTO WHITE”) will provide automatic adjustment for white balance.
* It is not activated in preset, full auto shooting, full-time
auto white balance and color bar modes.
See “White Balance Adjustment” on page 48.
ACCU-FOCUS:
When this switch is pressed down to “ACCU FOCUS”, the lens iris will be forced to open for approximately ten seconds.
The depth of field can be reduced and the lens focusing can be adjusted more accurately.
9
Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever
Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring anticlockwise to release lens. To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and then turn the ring clockwise until firm. See “Attaching the Zoom Lens” on page 30.
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[FILTER] Color temperature conversion filter control knob
This knob switches the internal color temperature filters. (3200K, 5600K + 1/8ND, 5600K, 5600K + 1/64ND) See “Camera Settings” on page 45.
• As the automatic shutter is activated up to 1/10000,
flicker may appear on the screen depending on the lighting conditions (such as a fluorescent lamp, etc.)
• This operation is not effected in the LOLUX mode.
CAUTION:
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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
1
[MONITOR] Audio monitor volume control
Adjusts the volume of the monitoring loudspeaker and earphone.
2
[EDIT SEARCH +/–] +/– button for edit search
Pressing this button in the record-standby mode plays back the tape while the button is being pressed.
While the + button is pressed, playback takes place at the normal speed. When the button is released, the standby mode is reengaged at the point where the button is released.
While the – button is pressed, playback takes place at –1 times the normal speed (reverse playback). When the button is released, the standby mode is reengaged at the point where the button is released.
3
[STATUS] Status/Menu button
Pressing this button in the normal screen mode (condition in which the menu screen is not shown) displays a status screen in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. The displayed status screen changes each time the button is pressed. See “Status Screens” on page 20.
Pressing this button for more than 1 second in the normal screen mode displays the menu screen in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. Pressing this button while the menu screen is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor makes the menu screen disappear. See “Setting Menu Screens” on page 66.
4
[SHUTTER] Shutter/Menu dial
Every time this dial is pressed while in the normal screen mode (when the menu screen is not displayed), the shutter speed switches between on/off.
When this dial is turned 1 click up or down in the normal screen mode, the shutter speed indicator is shown for about 3 seconds on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. The shutter speed is changed when this dial is turned while the shutter speed indicator is shown. See “Adjusting the Shutter Speed” on page 81.
[Camera Setting Section]
GAINGAIN
OUTPUTOUTPUT
CAMCAM
BARSBARS
ONON
OFFOFF
PRSTPRST BA
AUTUTOKNEEOKNEE
WHTWHT.BAL.BAL
MODEMODE
M
LH
MONITOR
EDITSEARCH
FILTER
STATUS
SHUTTER
MENU
AUTO IRIS
BACK L NORMAL SPOT L
STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS
FULL AUTO BLACK LOLUX
MODE
POWER
ON OFF
VTR
VTR
CAM
1
3200K 5600K 5600K 5600K
ND
/
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2 .3 .4
1
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When this dial is turned upward or downward while the menu screen is displayed, the cursor (
) also moves upward or downward to allow selection of items in the menu. To change the setting value of the item, press this dial. When the setting value starts blinking, turn this dial upward or downward to change the setting. See “Setting Menu Screens” on page 66.
5
[AUTO IRIS] Auto iris level switch
This switch selects the automatic iris adjustment reference value according to the condition in which the camera is used. BACK L : Under back light (Opens the iris about 1 step
from the standard level.) NORMAL : Normal condition SPOT L : Under spotlight (Closes the iris about 1 step
from the standard level.) See “SWITCH FUNCTIONS” on page 84.
6
[FULL AUTO] Full auto shooting ON/OFF button and indicator
This switch toggles the full auto shooting function on and
off.
The indicator lights when in the full auto mode.
Full auto shooting combines the auto iris, auto level control
(ALC) to automatically adjust the video signal level and the white balance to their optimum levels. The audio recording level will operate in the auto adjustment mode.
The iris is placed in automatic mode even if the iris mode
switch of the lens is in manual.
The gain will vary continuously to the maximum of +18
dB. The shutter speed will vary continuously to the minimum of 1/240 of a second. See “Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function” on page 84.
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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
7
[BLACK] Black stretch/black compression switch
Switches the gain for the dark section of the image. Set to an appropriate position depending on the video signal to be shot. STRETCH : By stretching the signal only for the dark
section, contrast in the dark sections of the image is enhanced.
NORMAL : Standard mode. COMPRESS : When an entire image is relatively light and
the contrast is low, the gain of the dark sections is compressed to increase the contrast.
8
[LOLUX] LOLUX On/Off button
This button toggles the LOLUX mode on and off.
LOLUX gain gives extremely low light level sensitivity for special applications. This will result in an increase of 30 dB in the LOLUX mode.
The gain up value can be selected from the menu. See page 69.
LOLUX operation takes priority over normal gain setting.
If the unit is placed in the LOLUX mode when it is in full
auto shooting mode, the auto level control (ALC) (one of the full auto shooting functions) will be made inactive, so that the LOLUX mode is given preference (FAW still remains active). See “GAIN BOOST UNDER LOLUX CONDITION” on page 83.
9
[CAM] Camera mode indicator
This indicator lights when the camera is in the Camera mode. To record the camera image, press the MODE switch
^
to turn on this indicator. When the power is turned on, the mode becomes the Camera mode.
0
[VTR] VTR mode indicator
This indicator lights when the camera is in the VTR mode. To perform VTR playback or input the DV signal from the DV connector
6
on page 19, press the MODE switch
^
to turn on this indicator.
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[POWER] Power ON/OFF switch
This switch is used to turn the power on and off. “POFF” is displayed on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder when the power is turned off. *Wait 5 seconds or more before turning the power on again
after it has been turned off.
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[VTR] Trigger button (Recording Start/Stop)
This button is used to start and stop recording. (It is interlocked with the VTR trigger button on the front and the VTR trigger button on the lens section.)
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[GAIN] Sensitivity selector switch
Electronically boosts the light sensitivity when there is insufficient illumination on the subject. The boosting level differs depending on the switch position as follows: (Factory presets)
L :0 dB (no boosting is applied) M :9 dB (boosted to approximately 3 times the original) H : 18 dB (boosted to approximately 8 times the original)
The boosting level for each switch position can be
changed with the CAMERA OPERATION MENU screen. See page 69. The more the boosting level is increased, the more the resulting image will be noisy.
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[OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch
This switch is used to select the output signal. When the video signal from the shooting camera is selected, the auto knee function is available. CAM. AUTO KNEE ON: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is available. CAM. AUTO KNEE OFF: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is not available. BARS: Outputs the color bar signal. In this mode, the auto knee function is not available. Set to this position when adjusting the video monitor or when recording the color bar signal. Color bars will not appear when Full Auto is set to ON or when in the VTR mode.
AUTO KNEE function
When shooting a foreground subject, such as a human being, etc., with a high-brightness background, if the brightness level is set for the foreground subject, the background image will be blurred with white. In such a case, a clearer background is obtained when the auto knee function is used. It is effective especially in the following cases:
When shooting a human being indoors with a view to the landscape out through a window.
When shooting a human being in the shade on a fine day.
When shooting a high-contrast scene.
CAUTION:
If a fast moving high-brightness section like a car in sunlight is shot, the auto knee function may change the brightness of the entire image along with the motion of the object. In this case, set the auto knee function to OFF.
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[WHT.BAL] White balance switch
Three white balance modes are selectable with this switch. B : If white balance is performed with the switch in
this position, it will be memorized into B.
A : If white balance is performed with the switch in
this position, it will be memorized into A.
PRST :A non-erasable white balance setting at 3200K. (PRESET)
FAW (Full-time Auto White) mode can be set to A, B or PRESET with the CAMERA OPERATION menu. ☞ See page 69. In the FAW mode, video color temperatures are constantly sampled for automatic adjustment to a proper white balance.
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[MODE] Mode switching switch
This is a switch to select either the Camera mode or the VTR mode. Each time this switch is pressed upward, the mode is switched to either the Camera mode or the VTR mode and the CAM indicator
9
or VTR indicator
0
lights
in accordance with the selected mode.
Select the Camera mode to record the camera image.
Select the VTR mode to playback or to input the DV signal
from the DV connector
6
on page 19.
When the power is turned on, the mode becomes the Camera mode.
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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
1
Monitoring loudspeaker
In the Camera mode, the input sound can be EE monitored. In the VTR mode, the speaker outputs the VTR playback sound. The sound to be output is selected with the MONITOR SELECT switch
@
.
The sound level is adjusted with the MONITOR sound level button
1
on page 12. The sound from this speaker is not output if an earphone is plugged into the PHONES jack
5
on page 18. This speaker also outputs various warning sounds superimposed on other sound. See “Alarm Sounds” on page 89.
2
LCD door
LCD monitor door. The LCD monitor is located on the inner side of the door. The LCD monitor can be viewed when this door is opened. The door can be turned to change the orientation of the LCD monitor, and it can be rotated so that it can be accommodated in the main body of the camera. See page 40.
3
LCD door lock and release knob
To open the LCD door, move this knob in the direction toward the rear section.
4
[LCD BRIGHT +/–] LCD brightness +/– button
This button is for adjusting the brightness of the LCD monitor display.
Pushing the button in the + direction makes the monitor brighter.
Pushing the button in the – direction makes the monitor darker.
Pushing the +/- buttons simultaneously returns the setting to the standard setting.
5
[DISPLAY] Display button
This button is for turning the LCD monitor display ON/OFF and selecting the display mode. When this button is pressed for a long time, the LCD monitor display is turned ON or OFF. Each time this button is briefly pressed while the LCD monitor display is turned on, the display mode changes as shown in the following.
Only image displayed Characters shown enlarged
Image and characters displayed
6
[CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL] CH1 audio level control
Adjust the audio level of the CH1 audio channel with this control.
To use this control, set the CH1 AUDIO SELECT switch
8
to “MANUAL”. This control works regardless of the setting of CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen. To use this control, set the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 control switch on the front section (
7
on page 10) to the maximum (10) position, or set the CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen to “DISABLE”.
7
[CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH-2 audio level control
Adjust the audio level of the CH2 audio channel with this control.
This control is valid only when the CH-2 AUDIO SELECT switch
9
is set to “MANUAL”.
8
[CH-1 AUDIO SELECT] CH-1 audio selector switch
This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the audio level of the CH-1 audio channel. AUTO : The audio level is held at the reference level
even when sounds greater than the reference level are input. The audio level does not increase when the input level is low.
MANUAL : The audio level can be adjusted with the CH-1
AUDIO LEVEL control
6
or the AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 control
7
on page 10. To use the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 control on the front section, the CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen should be set to “ENABLE”.
9
[CH-2 AUDIO SELECT] CH-2 audio selector switch
This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the audio level of the CH-2 audio channel. AUTO : The audio level is held at the reference level
even when sounds greater than the reference level are input. The audio level does not increase when the input level is low.
MANUAL : The audio level can be adjusted with the CH-2
AUDIO LEVEL control
7
.
MONITOR
EDITSEARCH
FILTER
STATUS
SHUTTER
MENU
AUTO IRIS
BACK L NORMAL SPOT L
STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS
FULL AUTO BLACK LOLUX
MODE
POWER
ON OFF
VTR
OPEN
VTR
CAM
1
3200K 5600K 5600K 5600K
ND
/
/
ND
2 .3 .4
1
8
1
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AUDIO INPUT AUDIO SELECT
CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
FRONT REAR
AUTO MANUAL
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
PULL OPEN
LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY
CH-1
AUDIO INPUT
AUDIO SELECT
CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
FRONT REAR
AUTO MANUAL
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
PULL OPEN
LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY
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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
MONITOR
EDITSEARCH
FILTER
STATUS
SHUTTER
MENU
AUTO IRIS
BACK L NORMAL SPOT L
STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS
FULL AUTO BLACK LOLUX
MODE
POWER
ON OFF
VTR
OPEN
VTR
CAM
1
3200K 5600K 5600K 5600K
ND
/
/
ND
2 .3 .4
1 8
1 64
CH-1
AUDIO INPUT
AUDIO SELECT
CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
FRONT REAR
AUTO MANUAL
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
PULL OPEN
LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY
COUNTER
CH-1
AUDIO INPUT
AUDIO SELECT
CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
FRONT REAR
AUTO MANUAL
TC GENE.
TC
MONITOR SELECT
AUDIO LEVEL
AUDIO INPUT
CH-1 CH-2
CH-1 MIX CH-2
FRONT REAR
LINE MIC
+48V
PRST
REGEN FREE
REC
UB
LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY
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[CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO INPUT] CH-1/CH-2 audio input selector switch
This switch is used to select the input sound of the CH1 or CH2 audio channel. It is selected for each of the CH1 and CH2 channels. FRONT : The sound from the FRONT AUDIO IN connector
on the front side section is input.
REAR : The sound from the REAR AUDIO IN connector
on the rear side section is input.
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[FRONT/REAR AUDIO INPUT] Front/rear audio input signal selector switch.
This switch is used to select the input sound signal from the FRONT AUDIO IN connector and the REAR AUDIO IN connector. LINE : Set to this position when connected to audio
equipment, etc. The reference input level is +4 dBs.
MIC : Set to this position when the microphone is
connected. The reference input level is -60 dBs.
+48V : Set to this position when a microphone requiring
+48 V power supply (phantom microphone, etc.) is connected. This connector supplies +48 V DC current. When using the provided microphone connected to the FRONT AUDIO IN connector, set the FRONT AUDIO INPUT switch to this setting.
CAUTION:
When connecting a component that does not require +48 V power supply, make sure that the switch is not set to +48V before the component is connected.
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[MONITOR SELECT] Audio monitor selector switch
This switch is used to select the monitor sound output and playback sound output from the monitoring loudspeaker
1
or the PHONES
5
jack on page 18.
CH-1 : The CH1 channel audio is output. MIX : CH1 and CH2 channel audio are output mixed.
When this setting is selected, the menu screen can be used to select whether the mixed sound or stereo sound should be output via the PHONES jack. (AUDIO MONITOR item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen) When AUDIO MONITOR in the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen is set to “STEREO”, only the audio of CH-1 is output from the monitoring loudspeaker.
CH-2 : The CH2 channel audio is output.
See “Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio” on page 59. See “AUDIO/VIDEO Menu Screen” on page 72.
View with cover open.
CAUTION:
Make sure to move switches all the way. Do not leave a switch stopped in a midway position. Noise will be generated and operation irregularities will occur.
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[COUNTER] Counter display switch
Selects the contents displayed on the TC counter of the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. (This switch works when the TC/UB item on the LCD/VF (2/2) menu screen is set to ON.)
TC : Set to this position to display time code values. UB : Set to this position to display the user’s bits values.
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[TC GENE.] Time code generator setting switch
Switch for setting the time code generator to preset mode or regeneration mode. It is also used to select the time code run mode when the preset mode is selected. PRST-FREE : The preset mode is selected, and the time
code run mode becomes the FREE run mode. Set to this position to record with the time code or user’s bits set anew (preset). In this setting, the time code always operates in the run mode.
* If this setting is used when recording scenes one after
another, the time codes become discontinuous at the transition points between scenes.
PRST-REC : The preset mode is selected, and the time
code run mode becomes the REC run mode. Set to this position to record with the time code or user’s bits set anew (preset). The time code operates in the run mode during recording only. If this setting is used when recording scenes one after another, the time codes are recorded as continuous time codes.
REGEN : Regeneration mode, in which the unit reads
existing time codes on the tape and records time codes in continuation of the existing ones. Set to this position when you want to add additional time codes to time codes already recorded on the tape.
MEMO:
Preset of time code and user’s bits is performed on the TC/UB/CLOCK menu.
See “TIME CODE OPERATION” on page 62. See “TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen” on page 75.
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PUSH
LINE OUT
Y/C OUT
CH-1
CH-2
MONITOR OUT
FRONT
AUDIO IN
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[MONITOR OUT] Monitor output connector (BNC)
Composite video signal output connector.
Video signals with setup level are output.
(Whether or not setup level output should be enabled or disabled can be selected with the SETUP item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen.) Camera mode: The camera image is output. VTR mode: The playback image is output in the VTR playback mode. When a DV signal (IEEE1394) is input, the EE image of the input video signal is output.
MEMO:
When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen is set to ON, the same on-screen indications as those on the viewfinder will be shown on the external monitor. (Black and white indications)
The setup signal can be selected also for the EE output signal of the DV input.
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[Y/C OUT] Y/C output connector (4-pin)
Output connector for separate YC video signal.
Video signals with setup level are output. (Whether or
not setup level output should be enabled or disabled can be selected with the SETUP item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen.) Camera mode: The camera image is output. VTR mode: The playback image is output in the VTR playback mode. When a DV signal (IEEE1394) is input, the EE image of the input video signal is output.
MEMO:
When the ASPECT RATIO item on the CAMERA OPERATION menu screen is set to LETTER, 16:9 aspect ratio distinction ID signal is output.
When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen is set to ON, the same on-screen indications as those on the viewfinder will be shown on the external monitor. (Black and white indications)
The setup signal can be selected also for the EE output signal of the DV input.
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[CH1/CH2 LINE OUT] CH1/CH2 line output connector (RCA)
Output connector for audio signals.
Outputs the input audio signal in the Camera mode.
Outputs the playback audio signal or DV signal in the
VTR mode.
MEMO:
Alarm sound is not output.
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Microphone attachment holes
For attaching the microphone holder KA-A50 (optional) when the optional microphone MV-P615U or MV-P618U is used. See “Attaching the Microphone (optional)” on page 31.
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STILLSTOPREW
BLANK SEARCH
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Cassette cover
The cassette cover can be opened by sliding the OPEN knob
2
. Open this cover to insert or remove a videocassette
from the unit. Normally, this cover should be closed.
CAUTION:
To prevent foreign objects from entering the internal parts of the VTR unit, do not leave the unit with the cover open for extended periods of time.
2
[OPEN] Cassette cover lock knob
Slide this knob to open the cassette cover.
3
[EJECT] button
Located inside the cassette cover. Press this button to eject the videocassette.
MEMO:
It takes a few seconds before the videocassette is ejected. Do not close the cassette cover during the eject operation.
Do not touch the cassette insertion slot or cassette during the eject operation. This could result in damage.
Eject operation is not possible while the power is off.
4
Operation cover
Open this cover when operating in the playback mode. Otherwise, keep this cover closed. This cover can be opened by sliding it to the side.
MEMO:
When the STOP button (
6
) is pressed in the Camera mode to set the VTR operation mode indicator to indicate STOP, playback operations become possible.
5
[PLAY] button
Press to start playback. During still picture playback and search mode, press this button to return to the normal playback mode. * If the auto tracking is active at the moment the play mode
is entered, the playback video will be interfered with digital noise.
6
[STOP] button
Press to enter the stop mode.
7
[STILL] button
Press to enter the still picture mode during playback, in the stop mode or in the search mode. When the still picture mode has continued for about 3 minutes, the unit automatically switches to the stop mode. (Tape protect mode)
8
[FF] Fast forward button
Press this button to fast forward the tape.
Pressing this button in the stop or rewind mode initiates the fast forward mode.
Pressing this button during playback, still picture playback or reverse search initiates forward search.
9
[REW] Rewind button
Press this button to rewind the tape.
Pressing this button in the stop or fast forward mode initiates the rewind mode.
Pressing this button during playback, still picture playback or forward search initiates reverse search.
0
[BLANK SEARCH] button
Press this button to locate blank parts (unrecorded parts) on the tape, such as the end point of a recording. Blank search starts when this button is pressed in the stop mode. When a blank part (unrecorded part) on the tape is detected, the unit enters the STILL status in the VTR mode and the Standby status in the Camera mode.

2-4 Top Section

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2-5 Rear Section

PUSH
LINE OUT
Y/C OUT
CH-1
CH-2
MONITOR OUT
PHONES
DC OUT
DC IN
DV REAR AUDIO IN TALLY
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y
u
q
i
o
1
[TALLY] Tally lamp
This lamp lights up when the GY-DV5000 enters the record mode. It blinks during the transition to the record mode.
Use the BACK TALLY item on the OTHERS (2/2) menu screen to select whether or not the lamp should light and the lighting pattern. See “BACK TALLY” on page 78.
2
[REAR AUDIO IN] Audio input connector on the rear section
Connect external audio equipment or a microphone to this connector.
Set the FRONT/REAR AUDIO INPUT switch
!
on page
15 in accordance with the connected equipment.
To record the audio signal input through this connector, set the CH-1 or CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch
0
on page 15 to “REAR”. The audio from this connector is recorded on the channel set to “REAR”.
3
[DC IN] DC input connector (XLR 4-pin)
Power input connector for 12 V DC. Connect to the optional AA-P250 power adapter. When a cable is connected here, the power supply from the battery pack is interrupted and the source is switched to the power supplied through this connector.
4
[DC OUT] DC output connector
Connector for power output to a wireless microphone transmitter, etc. The supply voltage is identical to the voltage supplied to the unit (DC 17 V max. 0.3 A).
5
[PHONES] Earphone jack
This is a stereo mini-jack for connecting an earphone for audio monitoring. Plug in an earphone or headphone with a 3.5 mm diameter plug. The ear phone can also be used to monitor alarm tones in accordance with the circumstances. The sound from the monitoring loudspeaker is interrupted when an earphone is connected here. The audio channel to be output is selected with the AUDIO SELECT item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen and MONITOR SELECT switch
@
on page 15. The audio output level is adjusted with the Audio monitor volume control
1
on page 12.
1
4
3
2
No. Signal
GND
+12V
1
2
3
4
(Surface profile)
1
4
2
3
No. Signal
GND
DC 12V (power through)
1
2
3
4
No. Signal
GND
HOT
COLD
1
2
3
2
1
3
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MEMO:
The volume of the alarm sound is set with the ALARM VR LEVEL item on the OTHERS (2/2) menu screen.
When using a stereotype jack and stereo sound should be output, the following setting should be performed. Set the MONITOR SELECT switch to “MIX”. Set the AUDIO MONITOR item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu screen to STEREO.
6
[DV] connector
Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can be connected here. This connector is used for input and output of the DV signal or to input the VTR control signal from a digital video component with DV connector. To record the DV signal from this connector, set the unit to the VTR mode. (Press the MODE switch
^
on page 13
upward to turn on the VTR indicator.)
Camera mode:
The DV compressed signal (IEEE1394) of the camera image is output.
VTR mode:
The DV input signal from this connector can be recorded on tape. During playback, the tape playback DV compressed signal is output.
MEMO:
To receive FF/REW remote control signals from this connector, select the setting with the REM FF/REW MODE item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen.
7
Battery holder
Mount Flat shape type battery pack here. See “Using a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack” on page 34.
8
Battery holder lock release knob
This knob is used to open the battery case cover. Press the knob while turning to open the cover.
9
[BREAKER] Breaker button
The breaker trips when the power consumption exceeds the capacity. If the breaker trips, confirm that there are no abnormalities and that the power consumption does not exceed the rated wattage. If no abnormalities are detected, press the BREAKER button before turning the power ON again to put the camera in the operating status. If the unit still does not work normally, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.
(U model)
Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can be connected here. This connector is used for output of the DV signal or to input the VTR control signal from a digital video component with DV connector.
Camera mode:
The DV compressed signal (IEEE1394) of the camera image is output.
VTR mode:
During playback, the tape playback DV compressed sig­nal is output.
(E model)
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2-6 Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder

OPEN
CH-1
AUDIO INPUT AUDIO SELECT
CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
FRONT REAR
AUTO MANUAL
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
PULL OPEN
LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY
In addition to showing the EE image and the playback picture, the LCD monitor and viewfinder are also used for the following character displays. To show characters on the LCD monitor, press the DISPLAY button briefly.
Status screens (screens for checking the current camera settings)
Alarm message display
Auto white display (only displayed in the Camera mode)
Safety zone display (only displayed in the Camera mode)
Menu setting screens
MEMO:
When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen is set to ON, the character displays mentioned above are also output through the MONITOR OUT connector and Y/C OUT connector.
Status Screens
MONITOR
EDITSEARCH
FILTER
STATUS
SHUTTER
MENU
AUTO IRIS
BACK L NORMAL SPOT L
STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS
FULL AUTO BLACK LOLUX
MODE
POWER
ON OFF
VTR
VTR
CAM
1
3200K 5600K 5600K 5600K
ND
/
/
ND
2 .3 .4
1
8
1
64
Press the STATUS button while normal screen is displayed to show one of the status screens. The contents of the status display are divided into those for the Camera mode and those for the VTR mode.
Each time the STATUS button is pressed in the Camera mode, one of four status screens is displayed. (STATUS 0, STATUS 1, STATUS 2, STATUS 3)
One type of screen is displayed in the VTR mode (DV signal input mode).
MEMO:
When the STATUS button is pressed for 1 second or longer, the
menu setting screen is displayed. To display the Status screen while the menu setting screen is displayed, press the STATUS button to return to the normal screen.
The DISPLAY button can be pressed to show characters alone in
magnified size on the LCD monitor.
STATUS button
DISPLAY button
Camera mode
FAS 6dB FAW
I
SD
B
12
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00:00:00:00
20
min
FAS 6dB FAW
I
SD
FIL1
B
F5.6 48k 12.2V
SKIN AREA
00:00:00:00
20min
48
k 12
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PLAY 01/02/03 01:23:45
FULL AUTO ON GAIN 6dB(L:0 M:9 H:18) SHUTTER 1/1000 WHITE BAL A IRIS LEV. NORMAL FILTER 3200K ZEBRA 70%–80% REMAIN 123
min(
)
AUDIO
32K(
CH1 M CH2 M )
STBY 01/02/03 01:23:45
STBY 01/02/03 01:23:45
VTR mode (DV signal input mode)
STATUS 1STATUS 0
STATUS 2
STATUS
STATUS 3
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Event display area
FAS –3dB FAW
I
SD
B
12
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SKIN AREA
FULL AUTO ON GAIN 6dB
(L:0
M:9 H:18) SHUTTER 1/1000 WHITE BAL A IRIS LVL. NORMAL FILTER 3200K ZEBRA 70–80% REMAIN 123min( ) AUDIO
32k(CH1
M
CH2 M)
STATUS 1 Screen
Status 0
No. Item Contents
1 Indication of various function operations ACCU-FOCUS : Blinks during the ACCU-FOCUS operation.
SKIN AREA : Blinks while the skin tone detail color area is displayed. ALC : Displayed when ALC function alone is ON. FAS:Displayed when the Full Auto Shooting function is ON. S:Displayed when the SHUTTER or V.SCAN function is ON.
2 Gain operation indication * dB : Indicates gain value when gain is other modes than 0 dB, LOLUX
and ALC.
LUX : Indicated when LOLUX is ON.
3 Indication of FAW operation FAW : Indicated when Full Auto White Balance is ON.
4 Indication of Iris level operation I : Indicated when IRIS BACK LIGHT or IRIS SPOT LIGHT is selected.
5 Indication of skin tone detail color operation SD : Indicated when skin tone detail is ON.
6 Indication of Black operation B : Indicated when BLACK STRETCH or BLACK COMPRESSION is ON.
7 Voltage indication (Example) 12.2 V : Indicates battery voltage in 0.1 V steps.
* This indication blinks when the remaining battery power is low.
8 Indication of date and time Indicates the date and time.
Whether or not the date and time should be displayed as well as the display style are set on the TIME/DATE menu.
LCD BRIGHT indication When the brightness of the monitor screen is adjusted with the LCD BRIGHT
button, the date and time indications and the D VTR mode indication are turned off and the LCD BRIGHT indicator is displayed. (Example) BRIGHT +5 Numeric value : Any of –5, –4, –3, –2, 0, +1, +2, +3, +4, +5.
Setting Condition Contents of Indications
When the gain value is changed GAIN –3 dB, 0dB, 3dB, 6 dB, 9 dB, 12 dB, 15 dB, 18 dB.
When gain is ALC GAIN ALC
When the LOLUX mode is ON/OFF LOLUX ON, LOLUX OFF
When the AUTO KNEE is ON/OFF AUTO KNEE ON, AUTO KNEE OFF
When the FULL AUTO is ON/OFF FULL AUTO ON, FULL AUTO OFF
When the ZEBRA is ON/OFF ZEBRA ON, ZEBRA OFF
When the shutter speed is changed SHUTTER 1/7.5, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000,
1/10000 (U model)
When the variable shutter speed is changed V. SHUTTER 1/60.1 to 1/2084.6 (U model), 1/50.1, to 1/2067.8 (E model)
When the shutter is OFF SHUTTER OFF (Shutter speed: 1/60)
When the white balance value is changed (Example) WHITE BAL A <3200K>
Numeric value : Any of 2300, 2500, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3400, 3700, 4300, 5200,
6500, 8000
9 Event Indication
When the Gain or Shutter Speed is changed manually, the setting condition is displayed for about 3 seconds at the time the change is made.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
9
8
STATUS 0 Screen STATUS 2 Screen
+
Event display area
00:00:00:00
20
min
FAS –3dB FAW
I
SD
FIL1
B
F5.6 48k
12.2V
STBY 01/02/03 AM01:23:45
FDEC B
G
0
A
H
Status Screens in the Camera Mode
SHUTTER 1/6.25, 1/12.5, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000
(E model)
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Status 1
In addition to the information on the Status 0 screen, this screen displays the following items.
No. Item Contents
0 Time Code (TC)/User’s Bits (UB) indication Indicates the time code (h:m:s:frame) or user’s bits data.
(Example) Time code TC 00 : 00 : 00 : 00
User’s bits UB FF EE DD 20 Whether or not to display this item is set with the TC/UB item on the LCD/ VF (2/2) menu screen. Whether the time code or user’s bits should be shown is selected with the COUNTER switch inside the side cover.
A Remaining tape indication Remaining tape indication (displayed in 1-minute steps)
This indicator blinks when remaining tape time is equivalent to less than 3 minutes. Whether or not to display this item is set with the TAPE REMAIN item on the LCD/VF (2/2) menu screen. * When inserting a brand-new tape, the remaining tape time is not indicated.
When the tape has been run, the indication will appear. * The remaining tape indication is to be regarded only as a guide. * When the unit is used at low temperatures, it may take a while before the
indication of the remaining tape time appears.
B Audio sampling frequency indication 32 K : Indicated when the AUDIO MODE item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu
screen is set to 32 K. (Audio is recorded with 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling.)
48 K : Indicated when the AUDIO MODE item on the AUDIO/VIDEO menu
screen is set to 48 K. (Audio is recorded with 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling.)
C Audio level meter indication Displays the CH-1, CH-2 audio level meters.
Whether or not to display this item is set with the AUDIO DISPLAY item on the LCD/VF (2/2) menu.
D VTR mode indication STBY : In record standby mode (record-pause mode)
REC : During recording ED.FWD : Edit search in forward direction ED.REV : Edit search in reverse direction PLAY : During playback FF : During fast forward REW : During rewind STL : During still picture playback mode BSRH : During blank search FWD : During playback in forward direction (FWD1: About X5 speed,
FWD2: About ×9 speed, FWD3: About X20 speed)
REV : During playback in reverse direction (REV1: About X5 speed,
REV2: About ×9 speed, REV3: About X20 speed) STOP : Stop mode (Tape protect mode) EJECT : Cassette being ejected – – – : No tape loaded
E Iris indicator display :Iris set higher than normal
:Iris set to normal:Iris set lower than normal
F Iris F-value indication Indicates the F-number of the connected lens.
OPEN, F2, F2.8, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16, CLOSE It is not displayed when the lens is removed. For some lenses, no display appears. The indication can be switched ON/OFF with the F.NO/IRIS IND. item on the LCD/VF (1/2) menu screen.
G Filter position indication Indicates the current filter position
FIL1, FIL2, FIL3, FIL4 The indication can be switched ON/OFF with the FILTER item on the LCD/ VF (1/2) menu screen.
H Standard audio level indication The level at which audio is recorded on the tape is indicated by “”.
–20dB, –12dB See “AUDIO REF. LEVEL” on page 72.
Non-drop frame: Colon (:) Drop frame: Dot (.)
2-6 Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder (Cont’d)
–20dB –12dB
❘❘
CH 1 ■ ■
CH 1 ■ ■ – – – + CH 2 ■ ■ – – – +
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Status 2
This screen displays the camera setup statuses. Event display is not available while this screen is displayed.
Status Screen in VTR MODE (DV Signal Input Mode)
Event display area
00:00:00:00
20
min
48
k
12
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No. Item Contents
1
Indication of Time Code (TC)/User’s Bits (UB)
In the playback mode, the recorded time code (hour, minute, second, frame) is displayed. Whether or not to display this item is set with the TC/UB item on the LCD/VF (2/2) menu screen. Whether to show the time code or the user’s bits is selected with the COUNTER switch inside the side cover.
2 Remaining tape time Remaining tape indication (displayed in 1-minute steps)
This indicator blinks when remaining tape time is equivalent to less than 3 minutes. Whether or not to display this item is set with the TAPE REMAIN item on the LCD/VF (2/2) menu screen. * When inserting a brand-new tape, the remaining tape time is not indicated.
When the tape has been run, the indication will appear. * The remaining tape indication is to be used only as a guide. * When the unit is used at low temperatures, it may take a while before the
indication of the remaining tape time appears.
3 Voltage indication (Example) 12.2 V : Indicates battery voltage in 0.1 V steps.
* This indicator blinks when the remaining battery power is low.
1
3
6
4
57
8
9
Status 3
This screen only displays date and time, event display and warning indications. * Whether or not date and time should be displayed and the display style are set on the TIME DATE MENU screen. page 43 “Displaying the Time and Date on the Screen”
Indication Indication Contents
FULL AUTO ON, OFF
GAIN –3 dB, 0 dB, 3dB, 6 dB, 9 dB, 12 dB, 15dB, 18 dB, LOLUX, ALC
SHUTTER OFF, 1/7.5, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250. 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 (STEP), V.SCAN 1/60.1 to
1/2084.6 (VARIABLE), EEI (in ALC mode)
WHITE BAL A, B, PRESET, FAW
IRIS LEVEL BACK L, NORMAL, SPOT L
ZEBRA 70-80%, 85-95%, OVER95%, OVER100%
FILTER 3200K, 5600K+1/8ND, 5600K, 5600K+1/64ND
REMAIN Remaining tape time (min) or tape type (Example: 95 min (
))
(when using MiniDV cassette),
(when using standard cassette), DVCAM (when using DVCAM cassette)
* DVCAM indicates IC Memory compatible DVCAM cassette.
In the case of other DVCAM cassette than IC Memory compatible cassette,
or
is indicated.
AUDIO Audio sampling frequency and audio level adjustment method (Example) 32K (CH1 Å
CH2
˜ ) Å (Auto)
˜ (Manual)
OFF, 1/6.25, 1/12.5, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 (STEP), V.SCAN 1/50.1 to 1/2067.8 (VARIABLE), EEI (in ALC mode)
(E model)
(U model)
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No. Item Contents
5 Time/Date indication Recorded data are displayed during playback, fast forward, and rewind.
During recording, the data from the DV connector is displayed. In the stop mode, the current data is displayed. Whether or not the date and time should be displayed and the display style are set on the TIME/DATE menu screen. When the date and time have not been set, the following indication appears.
– – / – – / – – – – : – – : – –
6 Audio sampling frequency indication The audio sampling frequency used for the recording is displayed during
playback. (32 K, 48 K, 44.1 K)
7 Audio level meter indication Displays the audio level meters during playback.
Whether or not to display this item is set with the AUDIO item on the LCD/ VF (2/2) menu screen.
8 VTR mode indication Indicates the VTR operation status
[STBY, STOP, PLAY, REC, FF, REW, FWD, REV, STL, BSRH, – – – (No tape loaded)
9 Event display BLANK SEARCH : Indicates that blank search operation is in progress.
Magnified Status Indications on the LCD Monitor
The characters on the status screens can be showed alone in magnified size on the LCD monitor.
DISPLAY button
When the DISPLAY button is pressed while the Status (0, 1, 2, 3) screen is shown in the Camera mode, or a status screen is shown in the VTR mode, the displayed contents change every time the DISPLAY button is pressed.
Only image displayed Characters shown enlarged
Image and characters displayed
MONITOR
EDITSEARCH
FILTER
STATUS
SHUTTER
MENU
AUTO IRIS
BACK L NORMAL SPOT L
STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS
FULL AUTO BLACK LOLUX
MODE
POWER
ON OFF
VTR
OPEN
VTR
CAM
1
3200K 5600K 5600K 5600K
ND
/
/
ND
2 .3 .4
1 8
1 64
CH-1
AUDIO INPUT AUDIO SELECT
CH-2
CH-1 CH-2
FRONT REAR
AUTO MANUAL
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
PULL OPEN
LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY
2-6 Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder (Cont’d)
No. Item Contents
1 Audio Lock Indicator Displayed during recording and playback when the audio signal is locked to
the video signal.
2 Time Code Generator Setting Indicator Indicates the set status of the TC GENE switch on the side section.
FREE : TC GENE switch is set to PRESET-FREE RUN MODE. RECR : TC GENE switch is set to PRESET-REC RUN MODE. REGN : TC GENE switch is set to REGEN MODE.
3 Drop/Non-drop Indicator Displayed during playback of a tape recorded in drop frame or non-drop
frame mode. DF : During playback of a tape recorded in drop frame mode. NDF : Dur ing playback of a tape recorded in non-drop frame mode.
1
2
3
CH1
CH2
NDF FREE H M S F
PLAY
SP
109V
min
48k
OVER
OVER
L
T
C
-
dB
0
1020
3040
12
213
34 34 10
.
e
(U model)
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Alarm Message Display
The following alarm messages are displayed while the Status(0, 1, 3) screen is shown in the Camera mode, or a status screen is shown in the VTR mode. If an alarm is generated while the Status 2 screen is shown, the Status 0 screen returns to display the alarm.
When an abnormality occurs in the VTR, a warning message with an error code is displayed.
Alarm display area
Alarm display area
FAS –3dB FAW
I
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B
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Alarm Indication Contents
PAL INHIBIT Displayed when attempt is made to play back a tape recorded with PAL signal.
REC INHIBIT Displayed when an unrecordable videocassette (the switch on the back of the
cassette is set to “SAVE”) is loaded.
COPY INHIBIT Displayed when attempt is made to record a copy-guarded signal.
LOW VOLTAGE Displayed when remaining battery power becomes low.
TAPE NEAR END Flashes when the remaining tape is 3 minutes or less in the shooting mode. It is
not shown in the playback mode.
TAPE END Displayed when the tape has reached its end.
INVALID TAPE! Displayed when a data tape for PC use or DVC PRO cassette is used. The tape
is ejected.
LP TAPE INVALID! Displayed when attempt is made to playback a tape recorded in the LP mode.
NO TAPE! Displayed when no videocassette is inserted and the VTR trigger button is
pressed.
NO DV SIGNAL! Displayed when there is no input to the DV connector and recording is attempted.
COPY GUARD! Displayed when attempt is made to play back a copy-guarded tape.
CLEANING TAPE! Displayed when a head cleaning tape is inserted.
HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED! Displayed when head is clogged. Head cleaning is necessary.
CLOSE CASSETTE COVER! Displayed when operation is attempted while the cassette cover is open.
OPEN CASSETTE COVER! Displayed when the cassette cover is closed during the eject operation.
VCR WARNING (Error code) Displayed in case abnormalities occur in the VCR, or when condensation occurs (Example) 7001 in the unit. For details, see page 88.
DRUM MOTOR FAILURE
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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Auto White Balance Indication (Camera mode only)
TOP MENU screen (Camera mode)
The AUTO WHITE indication and the result of the operation are displayed during the auto white balance adjustment operation.
See “Auto White Balance Adjustment” on page 48.
Safety Zone Indication (Camera mode only)
The indication of the following safety zone and center mark indications can be turned ON/OFF with the SAFETY ZONE item and CENTER MARK item on the LCD/VF (1/2) menu screen. See page 73.
Menu Setting Screen
Screen used for making various settings. The Menu Setting Screen appears when the STATUS button is pressed for 1 second or more. See “Setting Menu Screens” on page 66.
AUTO WHITE A
OPERATION
SAFETY ZONE OFF NORMAL NORMAL 16 : 9 16 : 9 CENTER MARK OFF OFF ON OFF ON
––– MENU ––– CAMERA OPERATION.. CAMERA PROCESS AUDIO/VIDEO.. LCD/VF.. TC/UB/CLOCK.. OTHERS..
FILE MANAGE.. MENU ALL RESET CANCEL EXIT
2-6 Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder (Cont’d)
MEMO:
When the ASPECT RATIO item on the CAMERA OPERATION menu screen is set to LETTER, 16:9 is indicated even if the SAFETY ZONE item is set to NORMAL.
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7
IRIS mode switch
A : Activates the auto iris feature. M : Allows manual iris control.
8
Momentary auto iris button
When the IRIS MODE switch
7
is at “M”, pushing this button
activates the Auto Iris Function while it is held down only.
9
[S] IRIS speed adjusting control
For adjusting the iris operation speed.
0
FILTER thread
Protect the lens with a clear filter or UV filter by screwing the filter onto the thread inside the lens hood from the front. Other filters can be used for various effects.
!
ZOOM servo connector
Connect an optional zoom servo unit here.
@
ZOOM mode knob
S : Servo zoom mode. Allows operation by the zoom servo
control lever
6
.
M : Manual zoom mode. Allows zoom control by the zoom
lever/ring
2
.
#
BACK FOCUS ring/fixing screw
For back focus adjustment only. Secure with the screw knob after adjustment. See “Back Focus Adjustment” on page 47.
$
Macro focusing ring (for close-up shooting)
By rotating this ring in the direction of the arrow, close-up shooting of very small objects becomes possible. Normal focus adjustment and zooming are not available in the macro mode. To shoot images in the macro mode, set the focus ring
1
to the infinite position (
) and the zoom ring
2
to the maximum wide-angle position. To adjust the focus of the macro image, rotate this ring in the direction of the arrow until the object is focused.
See “Attaching the Zoom Lens” on page 30.See “Back Focus Adjustment” on page 47.
M
RET
WT
A
MACRO
eqw
r
!0 !4
!1 !2 !3
tyuio
1
FOCUS ring
Manual focus ring.
2
ZOOM lever/ring
This is the manual zoom ring equipped with a zoom lever. To adjust the zoom manually, turn the zoom mode knob
@
to position “M”.
3
IRIS ring
Manual iris ring. To activate the auto iris feature, set the Iris Mode switch
7
to “A”.
4
[VTR] Trigger button
To star t/stop shooting.
5
[RET] return video button
The return video signal from the VTR section can be monitored in the viewfinder only while this button is pushed. * The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder
during this operation.
6
ZOOM servo control lever
To operate the servo zoom feature with this lever, set the ZOOM knob
@
to “S”.
Pressing the “W” section of this lever increases the angle of the lens for a wider shooting angle.
Pressing the “T” section of this lever narrows the lens angle perspective for telephoto shots.
Pushing harder changes the speed of the zoom.

2-7 Lens (Optional)

[S14 x 7.3B12]
If the speed becomes too fast, hunting may occur. To avoid the phenomena described above, perform adjustment again.
MEMO:
The filter thread section rotates, so pay attention when mounting a polarizing filter.
CAUTION:
The back-focus knob is located close to the macro ring, be careful not to mistake the back-focus knob for the macro ring.
After the required operation, be sure to return the macro focusing ring to the normal position.
CAUTION:
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