Or played back on this camcorder, Main Features

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.
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.

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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.

	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

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

MAIN FEATURES

● 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 Two 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.

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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.

Variable scan shutter Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than NTSC, such as computer monitor screens. Copes with the range from 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz.

DV (i. LINK) connector DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data to other equipment provided with DV connector, such as a non-linear editing system.

1/2" bayonet type lens

Camera output, VCR playback output (composite/YC) possible

Built-in color bar (SMPTE type)

Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected by dial.

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.

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

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 Alarm Indications and Actions		87
13-2 Troubleshooting		90
13-3 Hour Meter Display		91
13-4 Specifications		92