JVC GY-DV300REM Instruction Manual - Page 4

Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV300. These instructions are for the GY-DV300. This camcorder is a MiniDV video system format camcorder. Videocassettes that are not marked with the MiniDV symbol cannot be used with this unit. ● The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other units (including another GY-DV300) 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. ● In the case of important recordings, do not record 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. ● We recommend using the "SP" mode for recording important scenes. ● 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. About the LP Mode Recording and playback quality in the LP mode is easily affected by the condition of the tape and the environment of use. Mosaic-like noise may appear in the playback picture and the sound may drop out at times, etc. The picture may also be disturbed at the transient sections between scenes. 4 TENTATIVE MAIN FEATURES ● Newly developed built-in 12-bit DSP employed for high-quality picture ● High quality picture with 400% dynamic range ● Compact, lightweight design ● DV high-quality digital format The 4:1:1 (U MODEL)/4:2:0 (E MODEL), 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital signal processing of the format ensures recording and playback with high picture quality. ● High sound quality thanks to PCM audio Two types of sampling, 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling and 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling, ensure high-quality digital audio. ● Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality picture Three 1/3" CCDs with 380,000 (U MODEL)/ 440,000 (E MODEL) effective pixels employed. Digital processing for high quality picture reproduction. ● Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination eliminating the need for extra illumination. ● LOLUX for 2.65 lux (F1.6) illumination Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +24 dB gain. This is ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no illumination. ● Zebra pattern video level indication on monitor screen ● Built-in color bar (SMPTE type)(U MODEL)/(EBU type)(E MODEL) ● Aspect ratio switchable between standard and wide-screen Menu allows screen format setting to be switched between 4:3 format and LETTER BOX-screen (16:9). ● Time code reader/generator Recording of SMPTE (U MODEL)/EBU(E MODEL)time code possible. ● Edit search function for convenient recording review ● Variable scan shutter Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than NTSC (U MODEL)/PAL (E MODEL), such as computer monitor screens. Copes with the range from 60.6 Hz to 2084.6 Hz (U MODEL)/50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz (E MODEL). ● DV (i. LINK) connector DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data to other equipment provided with DV connector. ● Built-in camera-shake compensation function ● Built-in 2.5" color LCD display ● Network connection possible (requires installation of the optional network pack KADV300) This allows audio and video streaming data to be transmitted via LAN card or the data can be recorded on a memory card. 5