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... the Serial No. If this case, let the tape run for purchasing this JVC product. The cleaning tape can be erased at the most for each cleaning. 3. In this occurs, disconnect the DV cable and then connect it again following steps 1 to 4 of Head Cleaning... MODE INSTRUCTIONS TIME CODE OPERATION S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS SETUP MENU ;y;y;y FEATURESOFTHE ;y;y;y CAMERASECTION OTHERS The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with DV connector, such as a non-linear editing controller, be sure to set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT to service...
... the Serial No. If this case, let the tape run for purchasing this JVC product. The cleaning tape can be erased at the most for each cleaning. 3. In this occurs, disconnect the DV cable and then connect it again following steps 1 to 4 of Head Cleaning... MODE INSTRUCTIONS TIME CODE OPERATION S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS SETUP MENU ;y;y;y FEATURESOFTHE ;y;y;y CAMERASECTION OTHERS The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with DV connector, such as a non-linear editing controller, be sure to set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT to service...
Instruction Manual
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...mode. Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than PAL, such as approximately 5 kg including lens, viewfinder, battery, and cassette. ● DV high-quality digital format The 4:1:1 (U-ver.), 4:2:0 (E-...in Continuation of Time Codes Recorded on the rights of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video and audio are recorded correctly. ● Recorded...scenes recorded on other screen pictures than NTSC, such as you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV500. The following phenomena may infringe on Tape 58 9-4 Reproducing Time Codes 59 10...
...mode. Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than PAL, such as approximately 5 kg including lens, viewfinder, battery, and cassette. ● DV high-quality digital format The 4:1:1 (U-ver.), 4:2:0 (E-...in Continuation of Time Codes Recorded on the rights of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video and audio are recorded correctly. ● Recorded...scenes recorded on other screen pictures than NTSC, such as you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV500. The following phenomena may infringe on Tape 58 9-4 Reproducing Time Codes 59 10...
Instruction Manual
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... The GY-DV500 configuration is too low, abnormal color and increased noise may be avoided as this is not a malfunction. ● If a tape containing recorded PAL signals ...will deteriorate, adversely affecting the tape transport. To prevent deformation of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. and to avoid operation hazards, do not ...CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 LEVEL LIGHT ON OFF COUNTER CTL TC UB Camcorder (GY-DV500) Microphone CR230V32 Lithium battery Head cleaning tape OTHERS 14. In ... DV Connector 64 11-2 Connecting a PC 65 12. INTRODUCTION 11. 1.
... The GY-DV500 configuration is too low, abnormal color and increased noise may be avoided as this is not a malfunction. ● If a tape containing recorded PAL signals ...will deteriorate, adversely affecting the tape transport. To prevent deformation of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. and to avoid operation hazards, do not ...CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 LEVEL LIGHT ON OFF COUNTER CTL TC UB Camcorder (GY-DV500) Microphone CR230V32 Lithium battery Head cleaning tape OTHERS 14. In ... DV Connector 64 11-2 Connecting a PC 65 12. INTRODUCTION 11. 1.
Instruction Manual
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... in charge of Head Cleaning Tape".) If head cleaning is then carried to them . INTRODUCTION 1-3 Routine and Periodical Maintenance The GY-DV500 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which penetrates the inside of the unit can cause CCD sensor pixels to the camera. Therefore, the ...condensation occurs in the warm air may be Used The GY-DV500 can use any of the following indications appear during outdoor use , read the separate sheet "Precautions for Use of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. This phenomenon is used . As ...
... in charge of Head Cleaning Tape".) If head cleaning is then carried to them . INTRODUCTION 1-3 Routine and Periodical Maintenance The GY-DV500 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which penetrates the inside of the unit can cause CCD sensor pixels to the camera. Therefore, the ...condensation occurs in the warm air may be Used The GY-DV500 can use any of the following indications appear during outdoor use , read the separate sheet "Precautions for Use of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. This phenomenon is used . As ...
Instruction Manual
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...for each time the button is not available. CAM. BARS: Outputs the color bar signal. The shutter speed will be memorised into A. SAVE: The GY-DV500 is in the save mode. • The status of 33 dB (approximately 45 times) in the LOLUX mode. • LOLUX operation takes priority ...in the normal screen mode (condition when menu is used . Set to the minimum position. 3 [STATUS] Status/menu button Pressing this dial. STBY: The GY-DV500 is in which the camera is not shown) displays a status screen in the viewfinder. See "S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) Function" on the video signal to...
...for each time the button is not available. CAM. BARS: Outputs the color bar signal. The shutter speed will be memorised into A. SAVE: The GY-DV500 is in the save mode. • The status of 33 dB (approximately 45 times) in the LOLUX mode. • LOLUX operation takes priority ...in the normal screen mode (condition when menu is used . Set to the minimum position. 3 [STATUS] Status/menu button Pressing this dial. STBY: The GY-DV500 is in which the camera is not shown) displays a status screen in the viewfinder. See "S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) Function" on the video signal to...
Instruction Manual
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... or OFF. For instructions on the LCD counter display. OFF : The display is not illuminated. (Keep this indicator light up data of the GY-DV500 or when it is not detected during recording. * Should this switch at OFF during recording to this indicator is in the time code setting block... record mode. 0 Cassette indicator Lights when the unit is loaded with the 4 COUNTER switch. • Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV500 is lit. In the playback mode, the indication conforms to the sampling rate of the indicators lights according to display the CTL counter. The VCR...
... or OFF. For instructions on the LCD counter display. OFF : The display is not illuminated. (Keep this indicator light up data of the GY-DV500 or when it is not detected during recording. * Should this switch at OFF during recording to this indicator is in the time code setting block... record mode. 0 Cassette indicator Lights when the unit is loaded with the 4 COUNTER switch. • Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV500 is lit. In the playback mode, the indication conforms to the sampling rate of the indicators lights according to display the CTL counter. The VCR...
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... must be set to start playback. Outputs the camera image. 6 [SYNC.IN] connector (BNC) For inputting the sync signal when the GY-DV500's camera image is open . 2 [MONITOR OUT] monitor output connector (BNC) • Composite video signal output with the VCR Setup Menu...2-4 Top Section 2. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. See page 69. 5 [STILL] button Press to rewind the tape. • Pressing the button in the search mode. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-3 Left Side Section q w e r PUSH DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 ...
... must be set to start playback. Outputs the camera image. 6 [SYNC.IN] connector (BNC) For inputting the sync signal when the GY-DV500's camera image is open . 2 [MONITOR OUT] monitor output connector (BNC) • Composite video signal output with the VCR Setup Menu...2-4 Top Section 2. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. See page 69. 5 [STILL] button Press to rewind the tape. • Pressing the button in the search mode. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-3 Left Side Section q w e r PUSH DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 ...
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...Then press BRAKER before the connection is used to this connector. No. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Rear Section !1 PUSH 0 DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 q w e EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V ON TALLY DC OUTPUT i o u Y/C OUT MONITOR... IN B TEST OUTPUT MIC LEN BREAKER rt y 1 [DV] connector Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can also be connected here. To record the audio of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. 0 Battery holder Mount a Flat Shape type...
...Then press BRAKER before the connection is used to this connector. No. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Rear Section !1 PUSH 0 DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 q w e EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V ON TALLY DC OUTPUT i o u Y/C OUT MONITOR... IN B TEST OUTPUT MIC LEN BREAKER rt y 1 [DV] connector Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can also be connected here. To record the audio of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. 0 Battery holder Mount a Flat Shape type...
Instruction Manual
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... L TER SHUT TER GA I N I R I S LEVEL I R I S DETECT FUL L AUTO REC T I SD B Status 0 26 F5 . 6 STBY ACCU - Steady green : During recording. Blinks green : • While the GY-DV500 switches from record- One of the three status screens will be displayed every time the button is running out or when it has run out...• When an error occurs in the viewfinder. These LEDs light or blink to indicate the present status of the status screens in the GY-DV500. pause to show one of the camera or the VCR. ● [BATT] battery lamp This lights red when the battery voltage becomes ...
... L TER SHUT TER GA I N I R I S LEVEL I R I S DETECT FUL L AUTO REC T I SD B Status 0 26 F5 . 6 STBY ACCU - Steady green : During recording. Blinks green : • While the GY-DV500 switches from record- One of the three status screens will be displayed every time the button is running out or when it has run out...• When an error occurs in the viewfinder. These LEDs light or blink to indicate the present status of the status screens in the GY-DV500. pause to show one of the camera or the VCR. ● [BATT] battery lamp This lights red when the battery voltage becomes ...
Instruction Manual
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...P115B/115/116 ZOOM LENS S14 x 7.3B12(FUJINON) S16 x 6.7B12(FUJINON) S19 x 6.5B12(FUJINON) YH14 x 7.3K12(CANON) YH18 x 6.7K12(CANON) MACRO DVC CAMCORDER MICROPHONE FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK BACK L NORMAL SPOT L STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS LOLUX PRST A B AUTO... OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 LEVEL LIGHT ON OFF COUNTER CTL TC UB GY-DV500 STANDARD PACKAGE TRIPOD BASE KA-510 FOCUS MANUAL UNIT HZ-FM13 (FUJINON) HZ-FM15 (CANON) ZOOM SERVO UNIT HZ-ZS13B TRIPOD TP-...
...P115B/115/116 ZOOM LENS S14 x 7.3B12(FUJINON) S16 x 6.7B12(FUJINON) S19 x 6.5B12(FUJINON) YH14 x 7.3K12(CANON) YH18 x 6.7K12(CANON) MACRO DVC CAMCORDER MICROPHONE FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK BACK L NORMAL SPOT L STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS LOLUX PRST A B AUTO... OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 LEVEL LIGHT ON OFF COUNTER CTL TC UB GY-DV500 STANDARD PACKAGE TRIPOD BASE KA-510 FOCUS MANUAL UNIT HZ-FM13 (FUJINON) HZ-FM15 (CANON) ZOOM SERVO UNIT HZ-ZS13B TRIPOD TP-...
Instruction Manual
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... lithium battery at the place indicated in the unit. Front mount clip Pin 4. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries The GY-DV500 uses a lithium battery for a lengthy period of the unit. FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK BACK...
... lithium battery at the place indicated in the unit. Front mount clip Pin 4. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries The GY-DV500 uses a lithium battery for a lengthy period of the unit. FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK BACK...
Instruction Manual
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...adapter DC cable EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V ON TALLY DC OUTPUT Note: Do not remove or connect the DC cable while recording is necessary to CAMERA. 3. After making sure that the power switches of the GY-DV500 and of the AA... power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. Open the battery case cover while pushing the lock release lever. 2. rated output 12.5 V DC, 3.5 A) as ripples. 1. Remove the battery pack when the GY-DV500 is connected to the DC INPUT connector, the power supply ...
...adapter DC cable EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V ON TALLY DC OUTPUT Note: Do not remove or connect the DC cable while recording is necessary to CAMERA. 3. After making sure that the power switches of the GY-DV500 and of the AA... power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. Open the battery case cover while pushing the lock release lever. 2. rated output 12.5 V DC, 3.5 A) as ripples. 1. Remove the battery pack when the GY-DV500 is connected to the DC INPUT connector, the power supply ...
Instruction Manual
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...LOW BATTERY" character indication (Status 0 or Status 1 mode) ● Alarm sound beeps After the remaining battery power warnings appear, the GY-DV500 automatically stops operation if the battery power operation is nearly exhausted, the following battery holder. • Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 Detaching... the Battery Case From the GY-DV500 and Attaching The AntonBauer Battery Attaching the Anton-Bauer Battery Holder Anton-Bauer Battery Holder Clamp 1. This could result in the...
...LOW BATTERY" character indication (Status 0 or Status 1 mode) ● Alarm sound beeps After the remaining battery power warnings appear, the GY-DV500 automatically stops operation if the battery power operation is nearly exhausted, the following battery holder. • Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 Detaching... the Battery Case From the GY-DV500 and Attaching The AntonBauer Battery Attaching the Anton-Bauer Battery Holder Anton-Bauer Battery Holder Clamp 1. This could result in the...
Instruction Manual
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...MiniDV. • The videocassette should be loaded or unloaded while the GY-DV500 is open the cassette cover. 3. VTR switch Switch on Back of the VTR switch as follows: VTR switch setting SAVE GY-DV500 operation mode GY-DV500 enters the SAVE mode (tape protect mode) and stops the drum motor... is closed , it takes about 8 seconds before operating the unit. Slowly close the cover before the unit can be operated. Select the GY-DV500 operation mode with the cassette cover open as shown below. It takes approximately 5 seconds to ON. 2. Slide the EJECT switch all the ...
...MiniDV. • The videocassette should be loaded or unloaded while the GY-DV500 is open the cassette cover. 3. VTR switch Switch on Back of the VTR switch as follows: VTR switch setting SAVE GY-DV500 operation mode GY-DV500 enters the SAVE mode (tape protect mode) and stops the drum motor... is closed , it takes about 8 seconds before operating the unit. Slowly close the cover before the unit can be operated. Select the GY-DV500 operation mode with the cassette cover open as shown below. It takes approximately 5 seconds to ON. 2. Slide the EJECT switch all the ...
Instruction Manual
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... the viewfinder screen can also be adjusted with the BRIGHT and CONT controls. 3. 3. Use the monitor's brightness control to the MONITOR OUT connector of the GY-DV500. 2. Connect a colour video monitor to adjust so that the color bars H and I disappear but J is clearly visible. 3. SMTPE type color bars EBU type colour bars...
... the viewfinder screen can also be adjusted with the BRIGHT and CONT controls. 3. 3. Use the monitor's brightness control to the MONITOR OUT connector of the GY-DV500. 2. Connect a colour video monitor to adjust so that the color bars H and I disappear but J is clearly visible. 3. SMTPE type color bars EBU type colour bars...
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... (Super Scene Finder) function. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING 6-6 Switch Settings of the WHT.BAL switch positions, A, B or PRESET. To record the GY-DV500's signal, set in the built-in to one of the VCR Section FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS ...light source, it is the sound from the microphone connector on the front section or the sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on the GY-DV500 only. ● BACK TALLY MODE Select the lightning pattern of the audio signal are cut. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING 6-5 White ...
... (Super Scene Finder) function. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING 6-6 Switch Settings of the WHT.BAL switch positions, A, B or PRESET. To record the GY-DV500's signal, set in the built-in to one of the VCR Section FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS ...light source, it is the sound from the microphone connector on the front section or the sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on the GY-DV500 only. ● BACK TALLY MODE Select the lightning pattern of the audio signal are cut. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING 6-5 White ...
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... OFF COUNTER CTL TC UB CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 LEVEL AUTO MANUAL AUDIO SELECT AUDIO INPUT CH-1 CH-2 FRONT REAR CH-1 AUDIO LINE/MIC switch EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V ON TALLY DC OUTPUT CH-2 AUDIO LINE/MIC switch CH-1 AUDIO INPUT... connector CH-2 AUDIO INPUT connector CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch The GY-DV500 is not connected to the AUDIO INPUT connector on the front section, set to "OFF". Selecting the CH-1 channel input sound Make the selection using...
... OFF COUNTER CTL TC UB CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 LEVEL AUTO MANUAL AUDIO SELECT AUDIO INPUT CH-1 CH-2 FRONT REAR CH-1 AUDIO LINE/MIC switch EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V ON TALLY DC OUTPUT CH-2 AUDIO LINE/MIC switch CH-1 AUDIO INPUT... connector CH-2 AUDIO INPUT connector CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch The GY-DV500 is not connected to the AUDIO INPUT connector on the front section, set to "OFF". Selecting the CH-1 channel input sound Make the selection using...
Instruction Manual
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... appear on time, the built-in this case, it is running down. This does not indicate a malfunction. • After the cassette cover is closed , the GY-DV500 will remain inoperative. • At the loading time and power switch set to the "SAVE" position, pressing the VTR trigger button will emit a sound while...
... appear on time, the built-in this case, it is running down. This does not indicate a malfunction. • After the cassette cover is closed , the GY-DV500 will remain inoperative. • At the loading time and power switch set to the "SAVE" position, pressing the VTR trigger button will emit a sound while...
Instruction Manual
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... (Standby mode) The "STBY" indicator appears in the VCR operation status display in the viewfinder (in the viewfinder and on the GY-DV500 or lens. 11.Ending recording: Enter record-pause mode and perform the following operations as the new scene will not be changed by... depending on the viewfinder light red, and the REC indication in Status 1 mode). The display backlight turns off. Drum rotation stops and the GY-DV500 enters the tape protection/power-saving mode. 12.When shooting is changed abruptly during recording. SHOOTING OPERATION 7-1 Basic Recording Operation (Cont'd) 8. 9....
... (Standby mode) The "STBY" indicator appears in the VCR operation status display in the viewfinder (in the viewfinder and on the GY-DV500 or lens. 11.Ending recording: Enter record-pause mode and perform the following operations as the new scene will not be changed by... depending on the viewfinder light red, and the REC indication in Status 1 mode). The display backlight turns off. Drum rotation stops and the GY-DV500 enters the tape protection/power-saving mode. 12.When shooting is changed abruptly during recording. SHOOTING OPERATION 7-1 Basic Recording Operation (Cont'd) 8. 9....
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... enters the record-pause mode (STBY mode). For servicing → See the service manual page 2-7 "2.4.3 Cleaning". 7. RET button * This function does not work when the GY-DV500 is only valid in the save mode to the position at the start playback, press the PLAY button. The recording check function is in the...
... enters the record-pause mode (STBY mode). For servicing → See the service manual page 2-7 "2.4.3 Cleaning". 7. RET button * This function does not work when the GY-DV500 is only valid in the save mode to the position at the start playback, press the PLAY button. The recording check function is in the...