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Gain, Iris, Shutter Speed, ND Filter

•Gain: Increases gain up to 18 dB. The selector has three positions: L is

fixed at 0 dB; M and H can be set to 0, +3, +6, +9, or +12 dB.

•Iris: Allows smooth, gradual manual or auto iris adjustment. The iris

dial allows adjustment even when in Auto mode. Either backlight

compensation or spotlight compensation can be added to the auto iris

adjustment.

•Shutter: Maximum shutter speed is 1/2,000 sec. When a computer

monitor is being recorded, a synchro scan function matches the shutter

speed to the monitor to help eliminate the moving bar.

•ND filter: Two ND filters (1/8 ND, 1/64 ND) are built-in and easily

accessible.

New Lightweight Design with Balanced Grip

The AG-DVC80 introduces a new design that ends the contradiction

between a compact, lightweight body and a stable, secure hold. The

center of balance is located precisely at the handgrip. Because there's

no need for a wide-angle conversion lens, the weight balance is ideal

for comfortable shooting. The AG-DVC80's short body and light weight

— it weighs just 4 lb (1.8 kg) in operating condition* — means free,

easy maneuverability. Plus, the low-center-of-gravity design and new

skeleton lens hood greatly improve forward vision.

*Camera-recorder with DV cassette tape and supplied battery.

Large Audio Dials and Flexible Input Selection

The AG-DVC80 has the same kind of large level-adjustment dials as

DVCPRO camera-recorders. This practical new design incorporates

professional operating features, such as blind touch and easy visibility,

that have been refined over years of use on location. A switch lets you

select built-in mic, input 1, or input 2 for the audio input of both left

and right channels. Input mic level (-50 dB/-60dB) can be selected from

the menu while an ALC circuit helps keep peaks from distorting.

Large Viewfinder and LCD Monitor

The large-diameter viewfinder tilts upward a full 100°. You can move

the viewfinder away from your eye and still see it clearly, making it

easy to adopt a comfortable shooting stance with unobstructed forward

vision. The 3.5-inch color LCD shows your subject in sharp, vivid

detail and greatly simplifies menu settings. It rotates a full 270° for

shooting at a wide variety of angles and easy self-recording.

XLR Audio Input with +48-V Phantom Power Supply

In addition to built-in stereo microphones, the AG-DVC80 is equipped

with two XLR audio input terminals with a 48-V phantom power supply

for broadcast use. The terminals are positioned low on the camera to

minimize the possibility of the cables being snagged when a hand mic

is in use. Both input 1 and input 2 can be switched between line and

mic.

Recessed Trigger and Zoom Control on

Upper Handle Grip

In addition to the lens grip, the upper part of

the handle grip contains both the Rec

Start/Stop button and a lens zoom control.

This design assures easy shooting even at low

angles or when using a tripod. The zoom

speed can be set to any of three speeds or off.

Built-In SMPTE Time Code Generator/Reader

The AG-DVC80 records an SMPTE-compliant VTC onto the sub-code

area of the tape. Select from DF/NDF and Free Run/Rec Run modes,

and use preset or regen. User bits (UB) are also provided, letting you

record your choice of date, time, TC value, frame rate, or user data.

IEEE 1394 DV Interface

The AG-DVC80 comes equipped with an IEEE 1394-compliant 4-pin

DV terminal that makes it easy to upload data to a PC and dub onto a

DV recorder.

AG-DVC80 Camera-Recorder

Support Functions for Greater Convenience

•End search: Automatically searches for the last recorded portion of the

tape. Convenient when preparing to start the next recording.

•Zebra display: Shows you an overexposure warning on the EVF and

LCD monitor. Select any level from 80%, 85%, 90%, 95% and 100%.

•Rec check: Plays back the last portion of a recorded passage for easy

checking.

•Index: Enables marking while recording. Convenient for searching

after recording.

•Tally lamps: Provided on the unit's front and rear menu switchable.

•Audio dubbing: Allows voice-over recording on a recorded tape via

an external mic.

•Line recording: Lets you record a video signal input from an external

source.

•Unlike consumer DV camcorders, the audio is locked to the video

with a PLL circuit.

IEEE1394 interface

(Digital A/V and Remote)

DV Cable (4P-4P)

PC (Windows/Macintosh)