JVC GY-DV5100U 3-CCD Professional DV Camcorder

JVC Updated: 2008-04-09 RSS
JVC GY-DV5100U 3-CCD Professional DV Camcorder

The GY-DV5100U is JVC's top-performing Professional DV camcorder. JVC has upgraded the camera's features and digital processing circuits to meet the requirements of a growing number of broadcasters looking for cost effective alternatives to the over-priced tapeless solutions of other manufacturers. When combined with the DR-DV5000U, the combination of a dual media workflow enhancement, high end performance and reasonable cost, the GY-DV5100U simply can't be beat.

* Improved 12-bit A/D converter, 24-bit DSP for ultra low noise
* Double tension tape transport accepts full & mini size cassettes (up to 276 minute record time)
* Professional DV record/play, DVCAM Playback
* 16:9 / 4:3 recording capability (native 4:3, 16:9 squeeze or LB)
* 400% dynamic range
* Ultra sensitive f:13 @ 2000lux
* 0.4 lux (100% video)
* 800 TV lines (camera)
* 63dB S/N camera
* Highlight chroma
* Soft shoulder pad
* Anton Bauer Gold Battery Mount (NEW)
* Light link (controls light ON/OFF)
* 2.5-inch LCD with data or video display
* Time/date record
* Hi Res frame mode
* 3 XLR audio inputs with phantom power (NEW)
* Left eye and Z axis adj. standard.
* IEEE1394 In/Out.
* Direct docking with optional DTE hard disk module (Improved)
* Auxiliary Digital Port (for Network Pack)
* Locked audio
* Extended warranty ? 2 years parts, 1 year labor (Improved)

The GY-DV5100U is a high-performance Professional DV 3-CCD camcorder that boasts advanced features such a 12-bit ADC (used only in broadcast cameras), with a new, upgraded 24-bit DSP for superior ultra low noise and expanded image control including a 16:9 mode.

A performance step up from JVC's popular GY-DV5000U, the 5100 produces sharper images with far less noise. An additional XLR microphone connector has been added, along with a standard "Gold" Anton Bauer battery mount, and improved integration with JVC's Direct to Edit (DTE) hard disk recording module, the DR-DV5000U.

Standard DV/Mini DV mechanism
A heavy-duty double tension tape transport utilizes a reel motor in addition to a capstan motor providing more running stability and precise handling. It can accommodate both standard and mini size cassettes without an adapter. Designed to meet grueling professional standards, this mechanism also facilitates high speed operation. Cuing is also faster and more accurate. There is a built-in active/mechanical low-noise head cleaner that automatically cleans the heads each time a tape is loaded.

Up to 270 minutes (4 hrs. 36 min.) of high-quality 8-bit, 13.5 MHz 4:1:1(NTSC) DV component digital images can be recorded on a standard DV tape, while up to 60 minutes of recording is possible on MiniDV tapes.

DV input/output connector
This allows bi-directional transfer of a high-quality compressed digital motion-picture signal to a computer, a deck, a non-linear editing system or to another DV camcorder or VTR.

High-quality PCM locked audio
To complement the superior pictures, the GY-DV5100 offers outstanding digital PCM audio. 16-bit, 48-kHz audio signals are locked with video signals for smooth editing. You can choose from two 16-bit 48-kHz channels or four 12-bit, 32-kHz channels with a dynamic range of more than 75 dB. Three XLR mic input connectors are provided–two on the rear, and one on the front.