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Before operating this JVC product. Model No. SC96874-003 Thank you for future reference. For Customer Use : Enter below the Serial No. GY-DV500 Serial No. This instruction manual is located on the body. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC ... CODE OPERATION S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) ,,yy,,yy,,yy USINGEXTERNAL COMPONENTS SETUP MENU FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached. which is made from 100% recycled paper. Retain this information for...
Before operating this JVC product. Model No. SC96874-003 Thank you for future reference. For Customer Use : Enter below the Serial No. GY-DV500 Serial No. This instruction manual is located on the body. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC ... CODE OPERATION S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) ,,yy,,yy,,yy USINGEXTERNAL COMPONENTS SETUP MENU FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached. which is made from 100% recycled paper. Retain this information for...
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... the DV Camcorder GY-DV500. Other use . Digital signal processing for reproduction of DV high-quality picture. ● Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux 2000 lux standard sensitivity increased to other screen pictures than NTSC, such as computer monitor screens. These instructions are for GY-DV500U. Recording...in backlit conditions or when a bright subject moves in the unit. ● Rec check function for convenient recording review ● Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality picture Three 1/2" CCDs with 380,000 effective pixels employed. Enables transfer of digital...
... the DV Camcorder GY-DV500. Other use . Digital signal processing for reproduction of DV high-quality picture. ● Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux 2000 lux standard sensitivity increased to other screen pictures than NTSC, such as computer monitor screens. These instructions are for GY-DV500U. Recording...in backlit conditions or when a bright subject moves in the unit. ● Rec check function for convenient recording review ● Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality picture Three 1/2" CCDs with 380,000 effective pixels employed. Enables transfer of digital...
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... Presetting Procedure 57 • Presetting User's Bit Data 57 9-3 Recording Time Codes in Record-Pause Mode (Recording Check Function 53 8. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING 6-1 Camera Settings 42 6-2 Viewfinder Adjustment 43 6-3 External Monitor Adjustment 43 6-4 Back Focus Adjustment 44 6-5 White Balance Adjustment 45 • White Balance Adjustment 45 • Full-Time...
... Presetting Procedure 57 • Presetting User's Bit Data 57 9-3 Recording Time Codes in Record-Pause Mode (Recording Check Function 53 8. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING 6-1 Camera Settings 42 6-2 Viewfinder Adjustment 43 6-3 External Monitor Adjustment 43 6-4 Back Focus Adjustment 44 6-5 White Balance Adjustment 45 • White Balance Adjustment 45 • Full-Time...
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... from the tripod. OTHERS 14-1 Troubleshooting 86 • Alarm Indications 86 • Warnings in Viewfinder 88 • Troubles with DV Connector 64 11-2 Connecting a PC 65 12. Therefore, after mounting, make sure that these parts are engaged properly. ● When moving the... OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT 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. 11. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION 13-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW 79 13-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment 80 &#...
... from the tripod. OTHERS 14-1 Troubleshooting 86 • Alarm Indications 86 • Warnings in Viewfinder 88 • Troubles with DV Connector 64 11-2 Connecting a PC 65 12. Therefore, after mounting, make sure that these parts are engaged properly. ● When moving the... OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT 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. 11. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION 13-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW 79 13-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment 80 &#...
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Using the unit at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. In addition, salt and sand may occur... water (especially when shooting in such a liquid. ● The camera may be used for transportation Do not drop or hit the unit against penetration of professional video equipment at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could... adversely affecting the tape transport. INTRODUCTION 1-2 Precautions for long hours in the cassette insertion slot. When storing the GY-DV500 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C. ● Strong ...
Using the unit at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. In addition, salt and sand may occur... water (especially when shooting in such a liquid. ● The camera may be used for transportation Do not drop or hit the unit against penetration of professional video equipment at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could... adversely affecting the tape transport. INTRODUCTION 1-2 Precautions for long hours in the cassette insertion slot. When storing the GY-DV500 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C. ● Strong ...
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...light source. Head drum Video tape Do not leave the videocassette inserted when moving the camera under conditions where the temperature of the unit does not increase. 9 Nevertheless, please be connected directly to the camera. White dots High temperatures can use any of the following cases: • When ...the unit is exposed directly to cold air from the counter display. As far as condensation (dewing). 1-5 Battery Pack to be Used The GY-DV500 can cause CCD sensor pixels to malfunction with the effect of white dots in the image. INTRODUCTION * An Anton-Bauer battery pack ...
...light source. Head drum Video tape Do not leave the videocassette inserted when moving the camera under conditions where the temperature of the unit does not increase. 9 Nevertheless, please be connected directly to the camera. White dots High temperatures can use any of the following cases: • When ...the unit is exposed directly to cold air from the counter display. As far as condensation (dewing). 1-5 Battery Pack to be Used The GY-DV500 can cause CCD sensor pixels to malfunction with the effect of white dots in the image. INTRODUCTION * An Anton-Bauer battery pack ...
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...LEVEL CH-1] CH-1 recording level control Adjusts the recording level of the lens iris. * The zebra patterns are not generated for camera microphone. • When the camera microphone to be damaged. 4 [LENS] Lens control connector Connect 12-pin lens control cable from the viewfinder here. 3 [MIC ...the Viewfinder" on page 72. Please confirm that the CAM MIC 48 V item on the viewfinder screen. The zebra patterns are only displayed on the Camera SETUP Menu is 70% - 80%. Function 1 RET switch 7 IRIS position 2 VCR trigger 8 IRIS A/R INPUT 3 GND 9 EXTENDER position 4 ...
...LEVEL CH-1] CH-1 recording level control Adjusts the recording level of the lens iris. * The zebra patterns are not generated for camera microphone. • When the camera microphone to be damaged. 4 [LENS] Lens control connector Connect 12-pin lens control cable from the viewfinder here. 3 [MIC ...the Viewfinder" on page 72. Please confirm that the CAM MIC 48 V item on the viewfinder screen. The zebra patterns are only displayed on the Camera SETUP Menu is 70% - 80%. Function 1 RET switch 7 IRIS position 2 VCR trigger 8 IRIS A/R INPUT 3 GND 9 EXTENDER position 4 ...
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... firm. See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 31. ! [FILTER] Color temperature conversion filter control knob This knob changes the internal color temperature filter. See "Camera Settings" on " page 60. 0 Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring anticlockwise to open for...
... firm. See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 31. ! [FILTER] Color temperature conversion filter control knob This knob changes the internal color temperature filter. See "Camera Settings" on " page 60. 0 Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring anticlockwise to open for...
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...[MONITOR] Audio monitor volume control Adjusts the volume of the monitoring loudspeaker and earphone. To change the setting. See "How to Select Camera Menus" on page 71. 12 5 [LOLUX] LOLUX On/Off button This button toggles the LOLUX mode on page 82. 6 [BLACK] .... • LOLUX operation takes priority over normal gain setting. • If the unit is placed in the viewfinder. 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section [Camera Setting Section] 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK ...
...[MONITOR] Audio monitor volume control Adjusts the volume of the monitoring loudspeaker and earphone. To change the setting. See "How to Select Camera Menus" on page 71. 12 5 [LOLUX] LOLUX On/Off button This button toggles the LOLUX mode on page 82. 6 [BLACK] .... • LOLUX operation takes priority over normal gain setting. • If the unit is placed in the viewfinder. 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section [Camera Setting Section] 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK ...
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... along with this switch. BACK. AUTO KNEE ON: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this switch set to A, B or PRESET with the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. It is loaded, the GY-DV500 status differs depending on page 60. $ [POWER] switch Turn the power ON and...is not available. The boosting level differs depending on the Status screen 1 in the viewfinder. ! [OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch This switch is used . STBY: The GY-DV500 is not available. In this position, it will be memorised into A. In this case, set for each switch ...
... along with this switch. BACK. AUTO KNEE ON: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this switch set to A, B or PRESET with the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. It is loaded, the GY-DV500 status differs depending on page 60. $ [POWER] switch Turn the power ON and...is not available. The boosting level differs depending on the Status screen 1 in the viewfinder. ! [OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch This switch is used . STBY: The GY-DV500 is not available. In this position, it will be memorised into A. In this case, set for each switch ...
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... 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 VTR REMOTE SYNC...playback again after synchronization is obtained and the signal is not possible. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. Setup level signals are output. Note: • When a cable is connected to ".... Even if SC adjustment is not a malfunction. • Only for a few seconds. Memo: • The camera cannot be synchronized with the cassette cover open. 2 [MONITOR OUT] monitor output connector (BNC) • Composite video...
... 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 VTR REMOTE SYNC...playback again after synchronization is obtained and the signal is not possible. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. Setup level signals are output. Note: • When a cable is connected to ".... Even if SC adjustment is not a malfunction. • Only for a few seconds. Memo: • The camera cannot be synchronized with the cassette cover open. 2 [MONITOR OUT] monitor output connector (BNC) • Composite video...
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... microphone is made. ! To record the audio of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. 0 Battery holder Mount a Flat ...Shape type battery pack here. See "Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack" on page 68. 8 [CH-1 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC] CH-1 AUDIO select switch Selects the audio signal input to this position before turning the power ON again to put the camera...to "REAR". 7 Back tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. The audio signal input through this position ...
... microphone is made. ! To record the audio of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. 0 Battery holder Mount a Flat ...Shape type battery pack here. See "Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack" on page 68. 8 [CH-1 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC] CH-1 AUDIO select switch Selects the audio signal input to this position before turning the power ON again to put the camera...to "REAR". 7 Back tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. The audio signal input through this position ...
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...Loosen this light from coming off . 7 Tally light Lights when recording is in the eyepiece will not 3 turn off the camera. 6 2 Mounting guide To attach on and informing people that ambient light does not reach the viewfinder screen or falls into the... AND CONNECTORS 2-8 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional) [VF-P115B] 4 5 1 Stopper screw This screw prevents the viewfinder from turning 2 on the camera. 3 Connector Connect to the camera. 4 [CONT] contrast adjustment To adjust the contours of the viewfinder image. 1 5 [BRIGHT] brightness adjustment To adjust the brightness of the...
...Loosen this light from coming off . 7 Tally light Lights when recording is in the eyepiece will not 3 turn off the camera. 6 2 Mounting guide To attach on and informing people that ambient light does not reach the viewfinder screen or falls into the... AND CONNECTORS 2-8 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional) [VF-P115B] 4 5 1 Stopper screw This screw prevents the viewfinder from turning 2 on the camera. 3 Connector Connect to the camera. 4 [CONT] contrast adjustment To adjust the contours of the viewfinder image. 1 5 [BRIGHT] brightness adjustment To adjust the brightness of the...
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.... Ⅲ VIEWFINDER SCREEN DISPLAY The following circumstances. Steady green : During recording. Blinks green : • While the GY-DV500 switches from record- STATUS button FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK ... L AUTO REC T I SD B Status 0 F5 . 6 STBY ACCU - These LEDs light or blink to indicate the present status of the status screens in the camera and VCR setup) Ⅲ Auto white balance display Ⅲ Shutter speed display Ⅲ Status Screens Press the STATUS button during normal screen display to recording...
.... Ⅲ VIEWFINDER SCREEN DISPLAY The following circumstances. Steady green : During recording. Blinks green : • While the GY-DV500 switches from record- STATUS button FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU ALARM MONITOR AUTO IRIS FULL AUTO BLACK ... L AUTO REC T I SD B Status 0 F5 . 6 STBY ACCU - These LEDs light or blink to indicate the present status of the status screens in the camera and VCR setup) Ⅲ Auto white balance display Ⅲ Shutter speed display Ⅲ Status Screens Press the STATUS button during normal screen display to recording...
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... set to 1/2084.6 (in VARIABLE mode), EEI (in 0.1 V steps) B OPEN, F2, F2.8, F4, Shows the F-number of memorized scenes ● Status 2 This screen displays the camera setup statuses. For some lenses, no display CLOSE appears.
... set to 1/2084.6 (in VARIABLE mode), EEI (in 0.1 V steps) B OPEN, F2, F2.8, F4, Shows the F-number of memorized scenes ● Status 2 This screen displays the camera setup statuses. For some lenses, no display CLOSE appears.
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... in the viewfinder. Select the required one with the SAFETY ZONE item on page 12. 29 CAMERA MENU - - - CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd) Ⅲ Safety Zone Three types of the camera and VCR. See "Camera Menu" on page 70. See "VCR Setup Menu" on page 66. Ⅲ Auto White Balance...
... in the viewfinder. Select the required one with the SAFETY ZONE item on page 12. 29 CAMERA MENU - - - CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd) Ⅲ Safety Zone Three types of the camera and VCR. See "Camera Menu" on page 70. See "VCR Setup Menu" on page 66. Ⅲ Auto White Balance...
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... pull straight out. 3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder Sliding securing ring 5. 1. 4. Loosen the stopper screw on the viewfinder. 2. Attach the lens with its pin aligned with the camera's viewfinder mount base and attach the viewfinder. 4. Mounting guide Viewfinder mount base 2. Connect the connector. 3. Tighten the sliding securing ring. * To detach the viewfinder, reverse...
... pull straight out. 3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder Sliding securing ring 5. 1. 4. Loosen the stopper screw on the viewfinder. 2. Attach the lens with its pin aligned with the camera's viewfinder mount base and attach the viewfinder. 4. Mounting guide Viewfinder mount base 2. Connect the connector. 3. Tighten the sliding securing ring. * To detach the viewfinder, reverse...
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... Attaching the Microphone (optional) 1. 2. 4. Connect the cable from the microphone to observe through the viewfinder using the cable clamp provided on the camera is used at the same time, if the microphone in the same way. Please purchase a separately sold microphone if you prefer to the MIC ...IN connector on the front side of the camera. 6. Rotate the large knob fully anticlockwise to the viewfinder. Set the microphone holder so that the viewfinder can be firmly attached. 5. CAUTION...
... Attaching the Microphone (optional) 1. 2. 4. Connect the cable from the microphone to observe through the viewfinder using the cable clamp provided on the camera is used at the same time, if the microphone in the same way. Please purchase a separately sold microphone if you prefer to the MIC ...IN connector on the front side of the camera. 6. Rotate the large knob fully anticlockwise to the viewfinder. Set the microphone holder so that the viewfinder can be firmly attached. 5. CAUTION...
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... ADJUSTMENTS 3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (provided) 1. Lock lever 3. Tripod mounting holes Front mount clip 2. 3. Rear base mount Use the provided tripod base to place the camera on the tripod base. 4.
... ADJUSTMENTS 3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (provided) 1. Lock lever 3. Tripod mounting holes Front mount clip 2. 3. Rear base mount Use the provided tripod base to place the camera on the tripod base. 4.
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... power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. When the AA-P250 is used, set the POWER switch to the video and audio signals occurs. Power is supplied to the VCR section and the camera. * For details, read the instruction manual of the AA.../CAMERA switch to the GY-DV500. Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 For details on how to mount the battery holder, see page 37. ● When the DC cable is interrupted and the power starts to ON. Audio signal are set to mount the optional battery holder. AC power adapter DC cable EARPHONE DV...
... power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. When the AA-P250 is used, set the POWER switch to the video and audio signals occurs. Power is supplied to the VCR section and the camera. * For details, read the instruction manual of the AA.../CAMERA switch to the GY-DV500. Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 For details on how to mount the battery holder, see page 37. ● When the DC cable is interrupted and the power starts to ON. Audio signal are set to mount the optional battery holder. AC power adapter DC cable EARPHONE DV...
