Instruction Manual
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... Use : Enter below the Serial No. Retain this JVC product. Thank you for purchasing this information for future reference. which is located on the body. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. GY-DV5100 Serial No. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV5100 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND...
... Use : Enter below the Serial No. Retain this JVC product. Thank you for purchasing this information for future reference. which is located on the body. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. GY-DV5100 Serial No. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV5100 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND...
Instruction Manual
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...9679; Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for GY-DV5100U. LINK) connector DV connector (4-pin) provided. Videocassettes ...DV connector, such as computer monitor screens. The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other units (including another GY-DV5100) are for high-quality picture 1/2" 3-CCD with 380,000 effective pixels employed. Thank you move between indoors and outdoors or between scenes recorded on other units and those recorded on this camcorder...9679; JVC cannot assume liabilities that both standard-size DV videocassettes and mini-size DV videocassettes...
...9679; Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for GY-DV5100U. LINK) connector DV connector (4-pin) provided. Videocassettes ...DV connector, such as computer monitor screens. The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other units (including another GY-DV5100) are for high-quality picture 1/2" 3-CCD with 380,000 effective pixels employed. Thank you move between indoors and outdoors or between scenes recorded on other units and those recorded on this camcorder...9679; JVC cannot assume liabilities that both standard-size DV videocassettes and mini-size DV videocassettes...
Instruction Manual
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...Press the PLAY button after the cleaning tape is used for 10 seconds at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. 1-3 Precautions for periodical head cleaning. Do not use of professional video equipment at a time in charge of the cleaning tape. However, some of these ... ME80 tape is used in the picture or sound may be conducted at high levels. 1. INTRODUCTION 1-2 Routine and Periodical Maintenance The GY-DV5100 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which penetrates the inside of mosaic noise called block noise may appear in a low humidity environment, head cleaning...
...Press the PLAY button after the cleaning tape is used for 10 seconds at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. 1-3 Precautions for periodical head cleaning. Do not use of professional video equipment at a time in charge of the cleaning tape. However, some of these ... ME80 tape is used in the picture or sound may be conducted at high levels. 1. INTRODUCTION 1-2 Routine and Periodical Maintenance The GY-DV5100 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which penetrates the inside of mosaic noise called block noise may appear in a low humidity environment, head cleaning...
Instruction Manual
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..., LA-DV186, LADV124 Mini DV videocassette: M-DV63PRO, M-DV60, M-DV30 * Do not use , store them lying flat. result in a horizontal position, pressure from other tapes can cause distortions and deformations of the tape edges. 1-5 Battery Pack to be Used The GY-DV5100 can use any of the following...a year for refreshing. ● When tapes are left wound for a long period. It is recommended that videotapes be Used ● Use JVC's videocassette tapes marked with a switch on the back to prevent accidental erasure. ● Slide the switch to SAVE to protect the required recording...
..., LA-DV186, LADV124 Mini DV videocassette: M-DV63PRO, M-DV60, M-DV30 * Do not use , store them lying flat. result in a horizontal position, pressure from other tapes can cause distortions and deformations of the tape edges. 1-5 Battery Pack to be Used The GY-DV5100 can use any of the following...a year for refreshing. ● When tapes are left wound for a long period. It is recommended that videotapes be Used ● Use JVC's videocassette tapes marked with a switch on the back to prevent accidental erasure. ● Slide the switch to SAVE to protect the required recording...
Instruction Manual
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...to be recorded on page 16. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Rear Section t y u PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN q re w 1 [TALLY] Tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV5100 enters the record mode. Signal 1 GND 2 - 3 - 4 +12V 4 [DC OUT]... DC output connector Connector for 12 V DC. The supply voltage is output. ● VTR mode: The DV input signal from this connector. ● Set the CH-1/CH...
...to be recorded on page 16. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Rear Section t y u PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN q re w 1 [TALLY] Tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV5100 enters the record mode. Signal 1 GND 2 - 3 - 4 +12V 4 [DC OUT]... DC output connector Connector for 12 V DC. The supply voltage is output. ● VTR mode: The DV input signal from this connector. ● Set the CH-1/CH...
Instruction Manual
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...(SC46310-001) × 2 2. PROTEC) 1.5" VIEW FINDER VF-P115B VF-P116 DV CAMCORDER ZOOM LENS S14 × 7.3B12U(FUJINON) S17 × 6.6BRM(FUJINON) S20 ...BRIGHT FRONT REAR CH-1 CH-2 AUDIO IN AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL DISPLAY PULL OPEN GY-DV5100 STANDARD PACKAGE TRIPOD BASE FOCUS MANUAL UNIT *1 HZ-FM13 (FUJINON) HZ-FM15 (CANON) ZOOM SERVO...For information on connection with S14 × 7.3B12/U. SPACER (SC46311-001) × 2 For details, please consult your JVC authorized dealer. 31 Please use the Focus Manual Unit (FMM-8, CHF-3, CFC-12-990) manufactured by Fujinon. * 2...
...(SC46310-001) × 2 2. PROTEC) 1.5" VIEW FINDER VF-P115B VF-P116 DV CAMCORDER ZOOM LENS S14 × 7.3B12U(FUJINON) S17 × 6.6BRM(FUJINON) S20 ...BRIGHT FRONT REAR CH-1 CH-2 AUDIO IN AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL DISPLAY PULL OPEN GY-DV5100 STANDARD PACKAGE TRIPOD BASE FOCUS MANUAL UNIT *1 HZ-FM13 (FUJINON) HZ-FM15 (CANON) ZOOM SERVO...For information on connection with S14 × 7.3B12/U. SPACER (SC46311-001) × 2 For details, please consult your JVC authorized dealer. 31 Please use the Focus Manual Unit (FMM-8, CHF-3, CFC-12-990) manufactured by Fujinon. * 2...
Instruction Manual
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... 3. Attach the lens with its guide aligned with the hole in the lens dropping off or disturbed back focus. ● Set the GY-DV5100's power switch to "OFF" before the zoom lens is attached or detached. 3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder By changing the position of the viewfinder...the viewfinder can be observed with the left or the right eye. Connect the cable connector. 3. Tighten the stopper screw. 5. CAUTION: ● Set the GY-DV5100's power switch to "OFF" before the viewfinder is mounted for left eye use . Loosen the mount ring. 2. Connector 1. Remove the cap. 3. 3. ...
... 3. Attach the lens with its guide aligned with the hole in the lens dropping off or disturbed back focus. ● Set the GY-DV5100's power switch to "OFF" before the zoom lens is attached or detached. 3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder By changing the position of the viewfinder...the viewfinder can be observed with the left or the right eye. Connect the cable connector. 3. Tighten the stopper screw. 5. CAUTION: ● Set the GY-DV5100's power switch to "OFF" before the viewfinder is mounted for left eye use . Loosen the mount ring. 2. Connector 1. Remove the cap. 3. 3. ...
Instruction Manual
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... source voltage, power sources generating noise, such as ripples or power sources with a battery pack. AA-P250 AC power adapter DC cable PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN Do not use any power source with large fluctuations in the illustration. 2. ...while recording is being performed. 4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Optional) The GY-DV5100 can be connected directly to ON. Then switch ON again. ● If the GY-DV5100 is continued with AC power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. Audio signal are set the...
... source voltage, power sources generating noise, such as ripples or power sources with a battery pack. AA-P250 AC power adapter DC cable PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN Do not use any power source with large fluctuations in the illustration. 2. ...while recording is being performed. 4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Optional) The GY-DV5100 can be connected directly to ON. Then switch ON again. ● If the GY-DV5100 is continued with AC power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. Audio signal are set the...
Instruction Manual
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... lamp : Blinks ■ BACK TALLY lamp on Camera : Blinks ■ Monitoring loudspeaker and PHONES jack: Alarm sound After the remaining battery power warnings appear, the GY-DV5100 automatically stops operation if the battery power operation is not in the table on page 87. 4. PRECAUTIONS FOR THE BATTERY PACK ● When the battery...
... lamp : Blinks ■ BACK TALLY lamp on Camera : Blinks ■ Monitoring loudspeaker and PHONES jack: Alarm sound After the remaining battery power warnings appear, the GY-DV5100 automatically stops operation if the battery power operation is not in the table on page 87. 4. PRECAUTIONS FOR THE BATTERY PACK ● When the battery...
Instruction Manual
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...longer period.) CAUTION: ● Do not set the POWER switch to indicate STOP. When a videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV5100 enters the record-standby mode automatically. DV input is changed. Place the GY-DV5100 in the viewfinder. PREPARATIONS 5-1 Turning the Power ON EDITSEARCH FILTER 1 3200K 2 5600K 1/8 ND .3 5600K .4 5600K...STOP button is shown in accordance with the selected mode. 5. Set the POWER switch to OFF. 3. Mode Camera mode Operation The GY-DV5100 enters the Camera mode. In this condition, press the VTR trigger button to ON. 39 "STOP" is also possible in the ...
...longer period.) CAUTION: ● Do not set the POWER switch to indicate STOP. When a videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV5100 enters the record-standby mode automatically. DV input is changed. Place the GY-DV5100 in the viewfinder. PREPARATIONS 5-1 Turning the Power ON EDITSEARCH FILTER 1 3200K 2 5600K 1/8 ND .3 5600K .4 5600K...STOP button is shown in accordance with the selected mode. 5. Set the POWER switch to OFF. 3. Mode Camera mode Operation The GY-DV5100 enters the Camera mode. In this condition, press the VTR trigger button to ON. 39 "STOP" is also possible in the ...
Instruction Manual
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...: Do not attempt to push the cassette all the way. ■ The status when the tape is loaded differs with the mode of the GY-DV5100 (Camera mode or VTR mode) and the condition of the REC/SAVE switch on the back of the videocassette and ensure that it is closed...center portion of the cassette back and insert the cassette tape straight into the cassette slot after removing the tape slack. ■ Insert a standard DV videocassette along the cassette insertion slot by pressing the VTR trigger button from the record-standby mode. Insert a videocassette into the slot. REC INHIBIT...
...: Do not attempt to push the cassette all the way. ■ The status when the tape is loaded differs with the mode of the GY-DV5100 (Camera mode or VTR mode) and the condition of the REC/SAVE switch on the back of the videocassette and ensure that it is closed...center portion of the cassette back and insert the cassette tape straight into the cassette slot after removing the tape slack. ■ Insert a standard DV videocassette along the cassette insertion slot by pressing the VTR trigger button from the record-standby mode. Insert a videocassette into the slot. REC INHIBIT...
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...being charge whenever the GY-DV5100 is connected to ...the GY-DV5100. 2. Connect the provided AC adapter AA-P250 to the GY-DV5100 and an AC outlet or mount a charged battery on the GY-DV5100 ...to a power supply, but the date and time and time code data cannot be fully discharged when the GY-DV5100... is not used for about three months, in battery will be recorded. ■ How to use the GY-DV5100 even ...gradually discharges while the GY-DV5100 is discharged but it is possible to charge AC outlet ...
...being charge whenever the GY-DV5100 is connected to ...the GY-DV5100. 2. Connect the provided AC adapter AA-P250 to the GY-DV5100 and an AC outlet or mount a charged battery on the GY-DV5100 ...to a power supply, but the date and time and time code data cannot be fully discharged when the GY-DV5100... is not used for about three months, in battery will be recorded. ■ How to use the GY-DV5100 even ...gradually discharges while the GY-DV5100 is discharged but it is possible to charge AC outlet ...
Instruction Manual
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... difference in color bar signal on the CAMERA OPERATION menu screen (4:3 or LETTER). 6-4 External Monitor Adjustment Color video monitor 1. 3.~8. Adjust the CHROMA control of the GY-DV5100. 2. Eyepiece 1. Diopter adjustment Rotate the eyepiece focusing ring until the viewfinder screen image is visible. Connect a color video monitor to output the color bar signal...
... difference in color bar signal on the CAMERA OPERATION menu screen (4:3 or LETTER). 6-4 External Monitor Adjustment Color video monitor 1. 3.~8. Adjust the CHROMA control of the GY-DV5100. 2. Eyepiece 1. Diopter adjustment Rotate the eyepiece focusing ring until the viewfinder screen image is visible. Connect a color video monitor to output the color bar signal...
Instruction Manual
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... +48 V power supply, make sure that does not require +48 V power supply. PRST FREE REC REGEN PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN REAR AUDIO IN connector The GY-DV5100 is +4 dBs. Using the AUDIO IN switch, select for each channel (CH-1 and CH-2) whether the sound...
... +48 V power supply, make sure that does not require +48 V power supply. PRST FREE REC REGEN PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN REAR AUDIO IN connector The GY-DV5100 is +4 dBs. Using the AUDIO IN switch, select for each channel (CH-1 and CH-2) whether the sound...
Instruction Manual
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MODE VTR CAM 2. 6. Zoom ring 7. 8. 9. The GY-DV5100 is in head cleaner will emit a sound while operating. MEMO: ● Use a standard DV videocassette or a MiniDV videocassette. (When a DVCAM cassette is on the DVCAM cassette. MEMO: ● The lightening conditions of ...switch is set to start recording. Insert a videocassette into the cassette insertion slot. ● Ensure that the erasure-prevention switch on the GY-DV5100 to REC and insert a videocassette properly. VTR trigger button 54 The CAM indicator lights up. VTR trigger button 8. Start recording. Once ...
MODE VTR CAM 2. 6. Zoom ring 7. 8. 9. The GY-DV5100 is in head cleaner will emit a sound while operating. MEMO: ● Use a standard DV videocassette or a MiniDV videocassette. (When a DVCAM cassette is on the DVCAM cassette. MEMO: ● The lightening conditions of ...switch is set to start recording. Insert a videocassette into the cassette insertion slot. ● Ensure that the erasure-prevention switch on the GY-DV5100 to REC and insert a videocassette properly. VTR trigger button 54 The CAM indicator lights up. VTR trigger button 8. Start recording. Once ...
Instruction Manual
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... automatically at TAPE END. If the sound is not changed abruptly or the iris is pressed, the viewfinder REC indicator lamp may blink and the GY-DV5100 may not enter the record mode. TALLY lamp 7. 8. 9. The TALLY lamp and REC indicator lamp go out and the unit enters the record-standby ...-1 5 7. 8. 9. If this condition set the POWER switch to the tape protect mode. ☞ See "LONG PAUSE TIME item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen" on the GY-DV5100 or lens. 10.Ending recording: Press the VTR trigger button to move the microphone away from the lens or ensure that enables quick start of...
... automatically at TAPE END. If the sound is not changed abruptly or the iris is pressed, the viewfinder REC indicator lamp may blink and the GY-DV5100 may not enter the record mode. TALLY lamp 7. 8. 9. The TALLY lamp and REC indicator lamp go out and the unit enters the record-standby ...-1 5 7. 8. 9. If this condition set the POWER switch to the tape protect mode. ☞ See "LONG PAUSE TIME item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen" on the GY-DV5100 or lens. 10.Ending recording: Press the VTR trigger button to move the microphone away from the lens or ensure that enables quick start of...
Instruction Manual
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...23:45 VTR mode indication 7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby Mode (Recording Check Function) RET button This function is available only when the GY-DV5100 is in order to 5 minutes or 3 minutes with the LONG PAUSE TIME item on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder screen. (... the VTR trigger button. ● The drum starts rotating, and recording starts after playback. * This function does not work when the GY-DV5100 is displayed.) 57 SHOOTING OPERATION 7-3 If the Record-Standby Mode Continues Setting the time before the tape protection mode is engaged The time before...
...23:45 VTR mode indication 7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby Mode (Recording Check Function) RET button This function is available only when the GY-DV5100 is in order to 5 minutes or 3 minutes with the LONG PAUSE TIME item on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder screen. (... the VTR trigger button. ● The drum starts rotating, and recording starts after playback. * This function does not work when the GY-DV5100 is displayed.) 57 SHOOTING OPERATION 7-3 If the Record-Standby Mode Continues Setting the time before the tape protection mode is engaged The time before...
Instruction Manual
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... the top section of the unit to protect the tape. ● Noise may appear during playback. ● Following loading of videocassettes: • DV videocassette • MiniDV videocassette • DVCAM videocassette ● Tapes recorded in the Camera mode. MEMO: ● In the VTR mode, the ...OPEN BLANK SEARCH REW STOP FF PLAY STILL MODE VTR CAM Still button PLAY button STOP button POWER switch MODE switch MEMO: ● The GY-DV5100 can be played back. 1. This does not indicate a malfunction. ● The data recorded for a while, the unit automatically switches to ...
... the top section of the unit to protect the tape. ● Noise may appear during playback. ● Following loading of videocassettes: • DV videocassette • MiniDV videocassette • DVCAM videocassette ● Tapes recorded in the Camera mode. MEMO: ● In the VTR mode, the ...OPEN BLANK SEARCH REW STOP FF PLAY STILL MODE VTR CAM Still button PLAY button STOP button POWER switch MODE switch MEMO: ● The GY-DV5100 can be played back. 1. This does not indicate a malfunction. ● The data recorded for a while, the unit automatically switches to ...
Instruction Manual
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The GY-DV5100 records audio on the two channels CH-1 and CH-2. (4-channel recording is possible in the VTR... screen must be set value is in the case of a tape that the GY-DV5100 is confirmed. 6. Press the STATUS button for playback of DV input.) When the GY-DV5100 is used for 1 second or longer to 4 channels when the 12-bit,... either of recording up to display the TOP MENU screen. 2. 8. PLAYBACK MODE 8-6 Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio The DV format is capable of the following methods. ● Press the STATUS button or ● Return to change the setting. OTHERS...
The GY-DV5100 records audio on the two channels CH-1 and CH-2. (4-channel recording is possible in the VTR... screen must be set value is in the case of a tape that the GY-DV5100 is confirmed. 6. Press the STATUS button for playback of DV input.) When the GY-DV5100 is used for 1 second or longer to 4 channels when the 12-bit,... either of recording up to display the TOP MENU screen. 2. 8. PLAYBACK MODE 8-6 Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio The DV format is capable of the following methods. ● Press the STATUS button or ● Return to change the setting. OTHERS...
Instruction Manual
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... AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL DISPLAY PULL OPEN MODE VTR CAM 3. Turn ON both units. 4. GY-DV5100: Insert the recorded videocassette. DV INT 6. Press the PLAY button on the GY-DV5100 to start playback. 7. Also, the date and time data cannot be performed, reduce the sound volume of... the audio component, speaker, etc., connected to the GY-DV5100 to a minimum. ● When using a DV cable (optional) enables dubbing of GY-DV5100 PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN DV connector DV cable (VC-VDV204 (4P-4P), VC-VDV206 (4P-6P)) Video...
... AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL DISPLAY PULL OPEN MODE VTR CAM 3. Turn ON both units. 4. GY-DV5100: Insert the recorded videocassette. DV INT 6. Press the PLAY button on the GY-DV5100 to start playback. 7. Also, the date and time data cannot be performed, reduce the sound volume of... the audio component, speaker, etc., connected to the GY-DV5100 to a minimum. ● When using a DV cable (optional) enables dubbing of GY-DV5100 PHONES DV INT DC OUT DC IN TALLY CH-1 CH-2 REAR AUDIO IN DV connector DV cable (VC-VDV204 (4P-4P), VC-VDV206 (4P-6P)) Video...