JVC GY-DV700WU - Pro-dv 16:9 Camcorder User manual

2/3"3-CCDSWITCHABLE16:9/4:3
DVCAMCORDER
GY-DV700WU
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From
the
documentary producer
to the Hollywood director, the versatility of
digital video has long intrigued filmmakers. Now,
JVC introduces the digital solution that offers the
missing factor to the digital cinema equation—the outstanding
image quality of the GY-DV700WU CineDV Camcorder.
Unprecedented performance from a DV camcorder.
This powerful DV camcorder is ready to handle the sophisticated requirements of the most demanding
feature production, yet it’s priced within reach of virtually everyone. Developed in cooperation with the BBC, the
CineDV DV700 combines three state-of-the-art 2/3-inch, true 16:9 CCDs with JVC’s original high-performance dual-pipeline 14-bit
DSP (Digital Signal Processing) for truly exceptional image quality. This combination gives you the power to unleash the creative
potential of the DV format like never before.
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Truly professional in every way.
Even down to its very design, the CineDV DV700 was created with the
professional’s needs in mind. Controls are exactly where you expect. A full
range of professional accessories is available. And you’ll even find advanced
features like TC and Super Scene Finder for automatic scene logging.
Incredible image meets incredible value.
Creative innovations are only part of the story. The CineDV DV700 affords
filmmakers practical breakthroughs as well. Superior cost efficiency of both the
camera and the DV format allows more of a production’s precious budget to be
spent on casting, music, wardrobe and other equipment.
Proven ability in the real world.
The CineDV DV700 gives you all the tools you need to work in a professional yet
practical way. Just ask the winner of the Vancouver Film Festival’s “One Shot
Challenge,” who selected the CineDV for its creative potential, sophisticated
tools, effects and features.
Finally, there’s a DV camcorder that offers filmmakers, broadcasters and
independent producers maximum functionality and truly unprecedented creative
flexibility. With the CineDV DV700, digital cinematography has clearly arrived.
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2/3" 3-CCD image pickup
High-quality/resolution
The GY-DV700WU incorporates three 2/3" true
16:9 IT CCDs that combine with an F1.4 prism
to provide sensitivity of F11 at 2,000 lux and
exceptionally sharp pictures. Each CCD is
equipped with highly advanced circuitry that
virtually eliminates vertical smear, ensuring
quality pictures even when shooting into bright
lights or dark environments. Color reproduction is faithfully reproduced
throughout the whole digital range.
Native16:9/4:3switchable
With more and more high-end television production and
independent movie producers turning
to digital video for their production
needs, the advantages of selectively
shooting the original footage in the
4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio of the finished
program are obvious. The higher
pixel density of the 2/3" 16:9 CCDs
provide beautiful results in either
aspect ratio, without aliasing or re-
scaling artifacts. Native 16:9 makes a
big difference for large screen
projection, high definition up-
conversion or 35-mm blowup.
2/3"bayonetlensmount
The GY-DV700WU’s standard “B4
type” professional 2/3" bayonet lens
mount is compatible with the widest
selection of lenses, including standard
TV lenses, switchable aspect, cine
style prime lenses and high-definition
lenses.
High-quality performance
ProfessionalDVrecordingonaMiniDVtape
The GY-DV700WU combines the
convenience and affordability of
readily available MiniDV cassettes
with the high-quality camera
performance you need for professional
use. A single MiniDV cassette can
record up to 80 minutes* of high-
quality 8-bit, 13.5 kHz, 4:1:1 DV
component digital images and can be
played back in DVCPRO and
DVCAM units.
*With an MDV-80 tape.
4:3
16:9
Tape pattern
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High-qualityPCMdigitalaudio
To complement its superior pictures, the GY-DV700WU offers outstanding
digital PCM sound. Audio signals are locked with video signals for smooth
editing. You can choose from two 16-bit 48-kHz channels or two 12-bit, 32-
kHz channels with a dynamic range of more than 85 dB.
CH1 and CH2 audio channels with manual audio controls are provided on
both the back and front of the unit, assuring that your primary audio is always
within easy reach during shooting. In addition, auto mode with limiter
compressor and low cut filter for outdoors shooting are provided. Three
XLR connectors provide line or microphone input level with selectable
phantom power while a built-in wireless microphone receiver receptacle can
be used to carry Sony 820 wireless receiver.
LOLUX0.75lux
When activated, the LOLUX
mode (an original JVC
invention)
increases
sensitivity with almost no
increase in noise.
LOLUX lets you shoot in near complete
darkness (as low as 0.75 lux). As a result, you
can capture footage under the most challenging
conditions. This feature is a real plus for ENG,
reality TV or documentaries.
14-bitdigitalsignalprocessor
(DSP)
The GY-
DV700WU applies
JVC’s DSP with
advanced high-
speed dual pipeline
14-bit video
processing. Color
matrix, skin detail,
highlight chroma and no black compression
bring out natural details, eliminate spot noise,
and accurately reproduce dark areas, allowing
you to get great footage using only ambient
light.
Versatile functions
IEEE1394(Firewire)
input/outputcompatible
withmostNLEsystems
This allows high-quality compressed
digital video signal transfer directly to
a computer, a non-linear editing
system, or to another DV recorder.
Producers can now digitally spool
directly to a non-linear editing platform
without loss, and then transfer the
finished product directly back to video
tape using the camera alone.
SMPTEtimecodeinput/output SMPTE TC I/O connectors for
multi-camera shooting allow
synchronization to other devices
such as Nagra, DAT’s and TC
Slate. The GY-DV700WU’s
internal SMPTE TC reader
generator provides user bit, and
drop, non-drop TC at any tape
speed.
SuperSceneFinder(SSF™)
A JVC exclusive, Super Scene Finder lets you log scenes automatically or
manually in the field while shooting, and optionally mark the best ones. The
SSF data for the last six tapes is retained in the camcorder’s non-volatile
memory. Data for up to 134 scenes may be permanently stored on the head
of the corresponding tape. The camcorder possesses an RS-232 port for
controlling the tape mechanism and downloading the scene data to a PC
running logging software. Super Scene Finder dramatically speeds up and
simplifies not only the production, but also the NLE transfer process and
saves disk space, because you digitize only those scenes you need for editing.
Convenientfacilities
The GY-DV700WU is provided with a tripod and lens mount compatible
with a wide range of peripherals such as Steadicams, cranes, dollies and
matte boxes/rail systems.
Compact, lightweight design
Only3kg(6.6lbs.)forthemainunit
Because it uses MiniDV tapes, high-tech materials, advanced
microprocessors and highly-integrated electronics, the GY-DV700WU is
able to pack a lot of performance into a very compact body. Built entirely of
a strong yet lightweight die-cast magnesium alloy, the camcorder body itself
weighs only 3 kg (6.6 lbs.). Even when you add lens, viewfinder, battery
pack and tape, it is still surprisingly light — weighing in at 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs.)
or less.
User-friendly design
Viewfinderstatusdisplay
The viewfinder status display uses characters and menus to display selected
information in the viewfinder. For example, 4:3 or 16:9 safe area, time
code/tape remain, F stop, battery condition, shutter speed, zebra pattern for
skin detail and brightness indication are all displayed, as well as various
events, camera setting status, recorder operation, and selected setup
parameters.
Convenientmenudial
Quickly and easily navigate through the camera’s powerful setup menu or
select the shutter-speed with the convenient menu point and click dial.
Tallylamps
Tally lamps on the viewfinder and rear panel indicate when the camera enters
the record mode and flash when the battery level is too low, the remaining
tape time is less than 3 minutes, etc. Either tally may be switched off at the
user’s discretion.
Back-litLCDdisplay
Clear and easy–to-see even in the dark, this display shows operation status
and warning indicators including audio level indicators, remaining
tape/battery power display, time code reader/generator indication, menu
setting and time date display.
Connector Connector
GY-DV700W
LOLUX NORMAL
BR-DV600
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System configuration
Professional camera features
Fullautoshooting
When you are in a hurry and there is no time to set up for a shot, this function
provides point-and-shoot ease of operation — all you have to do is zoom,
focus and press the record button. Activating full auto shooting sets the
camera to the Auto Iris mode, even if the lens is set to manual. If the auto-iris
runs out of range, the Automatic Video Level Control (ALC), along with
Extended Electronic Iris (EEI) takes over to provide both variable gain and
variable shutter, extending the operating range 10,000 times! Also activated
is Full Auto White, which provides white balance even under continuously
varying color temperatures. Full auto shooting makes possible seamless
shooting from a dark area to a bright area without changing gain, iris, or ND
filter.
Precision‘‘accu-focus’’mode
In the ACCU-FOCUS position, the electronic shutter is activated for
approximately ten seconds, forcing the iris fully open. As a result, the depth
of field is minimized so the lens can be focused quickly and precisely. This
feature combined with VF-P116WU viewfinder peaking allows quick precise
focusing.
Continuousautoblack(CAB)
JVC’s Continuous Auto Black circuit continuously corrects black balance by
sampling the CCD’s optical black. As a result, perfect black balance is
assured in a changing environment without interrupting shooting.
Automaticlevelcontrol(ALC)
ALC with Extended Electronic Iris allows continuous automatic shooting in
all light levels, by varying the gain from 0 dB to +18 dB.
Shutter/variablescanview
The electronic shutter speed range varies from 1/100 to 1/2,000 sec. By
selecting the alternate Variable Scan function, you can capture flicker-free
footage of computer screens whose vertical scan rates may differ from that of
the camera.
Blackstretch/compress
This function enhances or suppresses the details of dark areas on the picture.
Adjustabledetailfrequency
This feature gives you control over the picture sharpness for a bolder or more
detailed look.
Adjustablegammapoint
By adjusting the contrast, you can alter the “mood” of the picture according
to your taste,
Timecodereader/generator
SMPTE-standard time code can be recorded and read for accurate editing.
Synclockmode
This enables a number of cameras to be synchronized for multi-camera
shooting.
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GY-DV700WU controls, indicators and connectors
[Front section]
1 Viewfinder mount base, sliding securing ring
2 [VF] viewfinder connector (20-pin)
3 [MIC IN] microphone input connector (XLR 3-pin)
4 [LENS] lens control connector
5 [ZEBRA] switch
6 [VTR] trigger button
7 [AUDIO LEVEL CH-1] CH-1 recording level control
8 [AUTO WHITE/ACCU FOCUS] switch
9 [TAKE] button
0 Lens mounting ring/lens lock lever
! [FILTER] color temperature conversion filter control knob
[Right side section — camera setting]
@ [ALARM] volume control
# [MONITOR] audio monitor volume control
$ [STATUS] status/menu button
% [SHUTTER/MENU] dial
^ [LOLUX] LOLUX on/off button
& [BLACK] black stretch/black compression switch
* [FULL AUTO] full auto shooting ON/OFF button and indicator
( [AUTO IRIS] auto iris level switch
) [GAIN] switch
q [VTR SAVE/STBY] switch
w [OUTPUT] color bar/camera/auto knee switch
e [WHT.BAL] white balance switch
r [NG] button
t [POWER] switch
[Right side section — audio setting]
y Monitoring loudspeaker
u [CH1 AUDIO LEVEL] CH1 recording level control
i [CH2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH2 recording level control
o [MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor selector switch
p [CH-1 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch
Q [CH-2 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch
W [CH-1 AUDIO INPUT] selector switch
E [CH-2 AUDIO INPUT] selector switch
[Right side section — VCR setting]
R [MENU] button
T [HOLD/GROUP] button
Y [SHIFT/ITEM] button
U [ADVANCE/SELECT] button
I [PRESET/DATA SET] button
O [CONTINUE] button
P [PRESET/REGEN] switch
a [REC/FREE] run switch
s Lithium battery installation compartment
[Right side section — VCR display]
d [OPERATE/WARNING] indicator
f [RESET] button
g [LIGHT] switch
h [COUNTER] switch
j Audio level meters
k SP indicator
l 32K/48K sampling frequency indication
; [AUD LOCK] indicator
A [MENU] indicator
S [WIDE] indicator
D Cassette indicator
F [REMAIN] indicator
G Tape transport direction indicators
H Remaining battery power display
J Counter display
K Time code-related indications (SLAVE/PB/HOLD)
L Warning indicators (AUTO OFF/DEW/SERVO/RF/LI)
[Left side section]
: Cassette cover
z [MONITOR OUT] connector (BNC)
x [Y/C OUT] connector (4P)
c [TC IN] connector (BNC)
v [TC OUT] connector (BNC)
b [LINE OUT CH-1/CH-2) connector (RCA)
n [TEST OUT] connector (BNC)
m [SYNC IN] connector (BNC)
, [VTR REMOTE] connector
. Microphone attachment holes
[Top section]
/ [EJECT] switch
Z Operation cover
X [PLAY] button
C [STOP] button
V [STILL] button
B [REW] button
N [FF] button
M [LOG] button
[Rear section]
< [DV] connector
> [EAR.] earphone jack
? [DC OUTPUT] connector
¡ [DC INPUT] connector (XLR 4-pin)
™ [CH-1 AUDIO IN] CH-1 audio input connector (XLR 3-pin)
£ [CH-2 AUDIO IN] CH-2 audio input connector (XLR 3-pin)
¢ Back tally lamp
∞ [CH-1 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC] CH-1 AUDIO select switch
§ [CH-2 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC] CH-2 AUDIO select switch
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General
Power requirements: DC 10.5 V to 17 V
Power consumption: Approx. 20 W
Dimensions: 290 (W) x 245 (H) x 130 (D) mm (11-7/16"
x 9-11/16" x 5-1/8")
Weight: 3 kg (6.6 lbs.) (main unit only)
Temperature
Operating: 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F)
Storage: -20° C to 60° C (-4° F to 140° F)
Humidity
Operating: 30% to 80% RH
Storage: 85% RH or less
Camera section
Image pickup device: 2/3" interline-transfer CCDs
Color separation optical system: F1.4, 3-color separation
prism
Number of effective pixels: 480,000 (980 (H) x 494 (V))
Color system: NTSC (wide-band R-Y, B-Y encoder)
Color bars: SMPTE type
Sync system: Internal sync, external sync (VBS)
Lens mount: 2/3" bayonet system
Optical filter: 3200K, 5600K, 5600K + 1/8ND/5600K +
1/64ND
Sensitivity: F11, 2000 lux
Gain: -3, 0, 6, 9, 12, 18 dB, variable gain in ALC and
LOLUX
Minimum illumination: 0.75 lux with F1.4, LOLUX
Registration: 0.05% or less (excluding lens distortion)
Detail correction: Horizontal and vertical dual-edged
Electronic shutter variable range:
Standard value: 59.94 (60) Hz
Fixed values: 100, 250, 500, 1000, 2000 Hz
Variable scan: 60.1 to 2084.6 Hz
VTR section
Format: DV format
Signal format: NTSC
Usable tape: MiniDV tape
Tape speed: 18.812 mm/sec. (SP mode)
Record/play time: 60 minutes or more (with an MDV-60
tape)
FF/rewind time: 120 sec. or less (with an MDV-60 tape)
[Video]
Video signal recording format: 8-bit, 13.5 MHz, 4:1:1
component recording
[Audio]
Audio signal recording format: 16-bit, 48 kHz or 12-bit, 32
kHz PCM for 2 channels
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (16-bit), 20 Hz to
14.5 kHz (12-bit)
S/N: 59 dB or more
Dynamic range: 79 dB or more
[Connectors]
Video output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms (BNC) (composite
video signal)
Y/C output: Y/C signal, 4-pin, 75 ohms, unbalanced
Audio inputs (AUDIO 1, AUDIO 2)
MIC: -60 dBs, low impedance (XLR), balanced
LINE: +4 dBs, 10 kohms, balanced
Line outputs (LINE 1, LINE 2): -6 ± 1 dBs, low
impedance (RCA), unbalanced
Time code input/output
Bi-directional IEEE 1394 interface: 4-pin (digital data +
VTR section control)
RS-232C interface: Mini DIN 6-pin
VF connector: 20-pin
Genlock/video input: BNC
Earphone jack: Stereo mini-jack (monaural)
Included accessories
Instruction manual
Tripod mounting plate
Microphone
Specifications
Printed in Japan
KCS-8361 CEDV700WUN0102
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
n The Hachioji Plant of Victor Company of Japan, Ltd., has received ISO14001 and ISO9001
Certifications under the global standard for environmental management.
Options-----Awiderangeofoptionsareavailabletoexpandtheflexibilityofthiscamcorder.
VF-P116WU
1.5" viewfinder
NP-1 type batteries
Anton Bauer batteries
A19 x 8.7B12U
19:1 power zoom lens
A19 x 8.7BE12U
19:1 power zoom lens with x2
extender
A19 x 8.7B12WU
19:1 power zoom lens
YJ18 x 9BK12U
18:1 power zoom lens
TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
21 Finchdene Square, Scarborough Ontario M1X 1A7
JVC PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS COMPANY
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
1700 Valley Road, Wayne, NJ 07470
JVC CANADA INC.
TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
http://www.jvcpro.com
DISTRIBUTED BY
AA-P250U
AC power adapter/charger
ProfessionalDVVTR
BR-DV600U Professional DV recorder/player
n DV recording on a MiniDV tape
n PCM digital audio
n Various video inputs/outputs (IEEE 1394 input/output, composite/YC/component inputs/outputs)
n RS-422 interface/JVC bus interface and optional RS-232C interface
n Super Scene Finder
n Insert/assemble editing and audio dubbing (usable functions vary depending on the editing controller used)
n SMPTE-standard LTC time code generator
Dimensions
UNIT (inch/mm) 11-7/16"
290
9-11/16"
245
5-1/8"
130
DVCAM and DVCPRO are trademarks of their respective owners.
(For attachment, the KA-A50U
adapter is required.)
MV-P615U
Monaural microphone with XLR
connector
JQA-0288
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