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Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV550.
These instructions are for GY-DV550U.
This unit is a MiniDV video system format camcorder.
Videocassettes which are not marked with the MiniDV
symbol cannot be used with this unit.
MAIN FEATURES
The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded
on other units (including another GY-DV550) are recorded
or played back on this camcorder.
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The transient section between scenes recorded on other
units and those recorded on this unit may appear
disturbed.
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Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking
errors.
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Compact, lightweight design
Compact and light weight body was realized by use of
magnesium die cast.
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DV high-quality digital format
The 4:1:1, 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital processing of
the format ensures recording and playback with high picture
quality.
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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.
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26-pin camera terminal
The terminal can be used to connect an external VCR and
camera remote control unit. The recording VCR can be
selected in the VTR SELECT switch.
(Main unit/parallel/external VCR)
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External video input capability
External composite video can be recorded with this unit.
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Character mixing capability for monitor output
Characters can be mixed for output to the MONITOR OUT
connector using menu setting.
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Audio reference recording level selected
The audio reference recording level can be set to -20dB or -
12dB in the menu.
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Normal/LETTER (16:9) screen switching capability
You can switch between 4:3 ratio screen and 16:9 ratio screen
in the menu.
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Concentrated LCD display (back-lit)
The concentrated LCD panel shows the time code and CTL
counter, tape remaining time, remaining battery power, audio
levels, VCR section setup menus, hour meter data, and a
variety of warning indications. The display is back-lit to
facilitate viewing in dark locations.
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Time code reader/generator
The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record
SMPTE time code and user's bits.
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Time code input/output connectors for slave lock capability
This unit can be slave-locked to an external time code
generator which is connected to the time code input.
The data in the built-in time code generator is output from
the time code output terminal.
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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.
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Rec check function for convenient recording review
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Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality
picture
Three 1/2" CCDs with 380,000 effective pixels employed.
Digital signal processing for reproduction of high-quality
picture.
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Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux
Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination eliminating
the need for extra illumination.
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LOLUX for 0.75 lux (F1.4) illumination
Employment of LOLUX mode e33 dB gain. This is
ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no
illumination.
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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.
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Safety Zone indication in viewfinder
Two types of safety zone indicator functions provided.
Center mark can be turned ON/OFF.
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Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder
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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.
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Color temperature conversion filters for "3200K", "5600K +
1/8ND", "5600 K + 1/64ND" provided.
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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.
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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 controller.
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S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function
Enables memorization of the start point and ending point of
each scene or memorization of CUE points.
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Camera (Video) output, VCR playback output (composite/
YC) possible
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GENLOCK input connector
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Equipped with remote control system compatible GENLOCK
function with SC (Sub Carrier) lock.
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Built-in color bar (SMPTE type)
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Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected
by dial.
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This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.
Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible.
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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.
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Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a
test recording and confirm that both video and audio are
recorded correctly.
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Recorded video and audio contents are for private use.
Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.
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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.
