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... possible performance. This instruction manual is located on the body. GY-DV500 Serial No. SC96874-003 For Customer Use : Enter below the Serial No. Model No. which is made from 100% recycled paper. Before operating this JVC product. Thank you for future reference. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND...
... possible performance. This instruction manual is located on the body. GY-DV500 Serial No. SC96874-003 For Customer Use : Enter below the Serial No. Model No. which is made from 100% recycled paper. Before operating this JVC product. Thank you for future reference. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND...
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...this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to protect it from battery power, refer to overturn. 8. Use a damp cloth for later use. 3. Do not use this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that have the same characteristics as ... has been exposed to qualified service personnel. 17. d. f. Read all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance. 16. Do not use a mounting kit approved by the appliance manufacturer as improper adjustment of any kind on the appliance. 14. Never push objects of other ...
...this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to protect it from battery power, refer to overturn. 8. Use a damp cloth for later use. 3. Do not use this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that have the same characteristics as ... has been exposed to qualified service personnel. 17. d. f. Read all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance. 16. Do not use a mounting kit approved by the appliance manufacturer as improper adjustment of any kind on the appliance. 14. Never push objects of other ...
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...interference by one or more of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a residential installation. CAUTION CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS : (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE ...may cause harmfull interfrence to persons. These limits are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is on , the user is no...
...interference by one or more of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a residential installation. CAUTION CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS : (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE ...may cause harmfull interfrence to persons. These limits are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is on , the user is no...
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...illumination. ● LOLUX for private use may occur when tapes recorded on other units and those recorded on the rights of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video...may derive from 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz. ● DV (i. The playback sound can be monitored in monitor loudspeaker for GY-DV500U. Switch provided for selecting over or under level. ● ...normal recording or playback of video or audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the videocassette. Other use . MAIN FEATURES ● Compact, lightweight design Employment of magnesium die cast...
...illumination. ● LOLUX for private use may occur when tapes recorded on other units and those recorded on the rights of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video...may derive from 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz. ● DV (i. The playback sound can be monitored in monitor loudspeaker for GY-DV500U. Switch provided for selecting over or under level. ● ...normal recording or playback of video or audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the videocassette. Other use . MAIN FEATURES ● Compact, lightweight design Employment of magnesium die cast...
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... 3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries .. 34 4. PLAYBACK MODE 8-1 Playback Procedure 54 8-2 Fast-Forward, Rewind 55 8-3 Search 55 APPLICATION 9. Function 60 10-2 How to be Used 9 1-6 Condensation 9 1-7 Characteristic CCD Phenomena 9 2. Data 62 10-4 Resetting S.S.F. POWER SUPPLY 4-1 AC Operation 35 4-2 Battery Pack Operation 35 • Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack 36...
... 3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries .. 34 4. PLAYBACK MODE 8-1 Playback Procedure 54 8-2 Fast-Forward, Rewind 55 8-3 Search 55 APPLICATION 9. Function 60 10-2 How to be Used 9 1-6 Condensation 9 1-7 Characteristic CCD Phenomena 9 2. Data 62 10-4 Resetting S.S.F. POWER SUPPLY 4-1 AC Operation 35 4-2 Battery Pack Operation 35 • Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack 36...
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...WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF 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. Therefore, after mounting, make sure that these parts are engaged properly.... OTHERS 14-1 Troubleshooting 86 • Alarm Indications 86 • Warnings in Viewfinder 88 • Troubles with DV Connector 64 11-2 Connecting a PC 65 12. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 11-1 Connecting a Video Component with Error Code Outputs 90 • Troubles without Error Code Outputs 91...
...WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF 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. Therefore, after mounting, make sure that these parts are engaged properly.... OTHERS 14-1 Troubleshooting 86 • Alarm Indications 86 • Warnings in Viewfinder 88 • Troubles with DV Connector 64 11-2 Connecting a PC 65 12. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 11-1 Connecting a Video Component with Error Code Outputs 90 • Troubles without Error Code Outputs 91...
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...with a dry, soft cloth. 1. Do not exceed 15 V DC in damage. 7 When storing the GY-DV500 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C. ● Strong...etc. CAUTION : ● Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. Holding the lens or viewfinder may collect inside the unit and cause damage...camera, be unstable in the period immediately after use the unit within the allowable temperature range of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of professional video equipment at the sun or other than a...
...with a dry, soft cloth. 1. Do not exceed 15 V DC in damage. 7 When storing the GY-DV500 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C. ● Strong...etc. CAUTION : ● Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. Holding the lens or viewfinder may collect inside the unit and cause damage...camera, be unstable in the period immediately after use the unit within the allowable temperature range of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of professional video equipment at the sun or other than a...
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... tape and heads or failing to the running time). Rewind it to an increase in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using the RET button on the lens section. • "RF" appears on the display panel. ... noise may appear in the tape from being overwritten. ● To record on the tape, slide the switch to the heads of the GY-DV500, the following mechanical parts according to maintain the video and audio quality at low temperatures, block noise tends to occur due to head ...
... tape and heads or failing to the running time). Rewind it to an increase in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using the RET button on the lens section. • "RF" appears on the display panel. ... noise may appear in the tape from being overwritten. ● To record on the tape, slide the switch to the heads of the GY-DV500, the following mechanical parts according to maintain the video and audio quality at low temperatures, block noise tends to occur due to head ...
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... a jagged effect or a banding in a cold place and is a characteristic of the unit does not increase. 9 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. It is necessary to mount the optional battery...battery pack in this unit is applied. White dots High temperatures can use . (See page 69) 1. Another effect is referred to as possible, use the unit under conditions where the temperature environment changes. ● When condensation occurs in use any of the following cases: • When the unit is ...
... a jagged effect or a banding in a cold place and is a characteristic of the unit does not increase. 9 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. It is necessary to mount the optional battery...battery pack in this unit is applied. White dots High temperatures can use . (See page 69) 1. Another effect is referred to as possible, use the unit under conditions where the temperature environment changes. ● When condensation occurs in use any of the following cases: • When the unit is ...
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...on the viewfinder areas having video levels with the audio channel (CH1 or CH2) to FRONT in the viewfinder. See page 77. • When using the sliding securing ring. See "Attaching the Viewfinder" on page 31. 2 [VF] Viewfinder connector (6-pin) Connect the cable from lens. .... 1 2 3 Function GND HOT COLD CAUTION: ● The provided microphone is interlocked with the control set to the maximum (10) position. • To use this connector, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE to 80%. Function 1 RET switch 7 IRIS position 2 VCR trigger 8 IRIS A/R ...
...on the viewfinder areas having video levels with the audio channel (CH1 or CH2) to FRONT in the viewfinder. See page 77. • When using the sliding securing ring. See "Attaching the Viewfinder" on page 31. 2 [VF] Viewfinder connector (6-pin) Connect the cable from lens. .... 1 2 3 Function GND HOT COLD CAUTION: ● The provided microphone is interlocked with the control set to the maximum (10) position. • To use this connector, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE to 80%. Function 1 RET switch 7 IRIS position 2 VCR trigger 8 IRIS A/R ...
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... this switch is activated here, flicker may appear on the screen depending on " page 60. 0 Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring clockwise until firm. See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 31. ! [FILTER] Color temperature conversion filter control knob This...
... this switch is activated here, flicker may appear on the screen depending on " page 60. 0 Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring clockwise until firm. See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 31. ! [FILTER] Color temperature conversion filter control knob This...
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...boosts the light sensitivity when there is insufficient illumination on the Status screen 1 in this position, it will be memorised into B. STBY: The GY-DV500 is used. In this position when adjusting the video monitor or when recording the color bar signal. Set to A, B or PRESET with the switch in... page 73.) The more the boosting level is increased, the more the resulting image will be noisy. 0 [VTR SAVE/STBY] switch Used to select the status of the GY-DV500 when the power is turned ON and a videocassette is shot, the auto knee function may change the brightness of the entire...
...boosts the light sensitivity when there is insufficient illumination on the Status screen 1 in this position, it will be memorised into B. STBY: The GY-DV500 is used. In this position when adjusting the video monitor or when recording the color bar signal. Set to A, B or PRESET with the switch in... page 73.) The more the boosting level is increased, the more the resulting image will be noisy. 0 [VTR SAVE/STBY] switch Used to select the status of the GY-DV500 when the power is turned ON and a videocassette is shot, the auto knee function may change the brightness of the entire...
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...channel. FRONT : The sound from the CH-2 AUDIO IN connector on the front side section is input. 14 AUTO : The recording level is used to "DISABLE". 3 [CH2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH2 recording level control Adjust the recording level of the input audio signal during recording, in the record-... Enables EE monitoring of the CH2 audio channel with the MONITOR volume control 2 on the front section to move switches all the way. To use the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 recording level control on the front section, set to "MANUAL". 4 [MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor selector switch This switch ...
...channel. FRONT : The sound from the CH-2 AUDIO IN connector on the front side section is input. 14 AUTO : The recording level is used to "DISABLE". 3 [CH2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH2 recording level control Adjust the recording level of the input audio signal during recording, in the record-... Enables EE monitoring of the CH2 audio channel with the MONITOR volume control 2 on the front section to move switches all the way. To use the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 recording level control on the front section, set to "MANUAL". 4 [MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor selector switch This switch ...
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...is delivered without the battery installed. REC : The time code runs only during the stop mode, the tape winds to be set . The GY-DV500 is not effective in preset mode. A new lithium battery can power the backup for about one after another . In the VCR setup ... PRESET o we r t yq 1 [MENU] button Press this button when presetting the time code or user's bit. The presently displayed data is used for test use. FREE : The time code runs permanently. * If this compartment. TIME CODE GENERATOR setting switches 7 [PRESET/REGEN] switch Toggles the time code generator...
...is delivered without the battery installed. REC : The time code runs only during the stop mode, the tape winds to be set . The GY-DV500 is not effective in preset mode. A new lithium battery can power the backup for about one after another . In the VCR setup ... PRESET o we r t yq 1 [MENU] button Press this button when presetting the time code or user's bit. The presently displayed data is used for test use. FREE : The time code runs permanently. * If this compartment. TIME CODE GENERATOR setting switches 7 [PRESET/REGEN] switch Toggles the time code generator...
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...Month, Day, Year) is displayed. (When the Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set can be selected using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 245 SAMPLING RATE. "OVER" lights in the unit. Blinks during the VTR ... OFF : The display is not illuminated. (Keep this switch at OFF during battery operation of the GY-DV500 or when it is required to reduce the power consumption for presetting the time code. (When ... time codes or for some reason.) Note: When a videocassette is loaded and the VTR switch is set using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT. This indicator lights or blinks in red in the...
...Month, Day, Year) is displayed. (When the Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set can be selected using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 245 SAMPLING RATE. "OVER" lights in the unit. Blinks during the VTR ... OFF : The display is not illuminated. (Keep this switch at OFF during battery operation of the GY-DV500 or when it is required to reduce the power consumption for presetting the time code. (When ... time codes or for some reason.) Note: When a videocassette is loaded and the VTR switch is set using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT. This indicator lights or blinks in red in the...
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...accumulated drum operating time). • This section shows an error code when an abnormal condition occurs with the drum servo during playback and recording check using the provided head cleaning tape. This indicator also lights if condensation occurs. See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS" on page 90. Ⅲ ...setting block. tape winding error, drum stopped, etc.) occurs with the 4 COUNTER switch. • Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV500 is in playback mode. Ⅲ [NDF] Non-drop frame indicator Lights when the internal time code generator or the playback time code ...
...accumulated drum operating time). • This section shows an error code when an abnormal condition occurs with the drum servo during playback and recording check using the provided head cleaning tape. This indicator also lights if condensation occurs. See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS" on page 90. Ⅲ ...setting block. tape winding error, drum stopped, etc.) occurs with the 4 COUNTER switch. • Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV500 is in playback mode. Ⅲ [NDF] Non-drop frame indicator Lights when the internal time code generator or the playback time code ...
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...When a cable is not attached to "RS232C". 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 VTR REMOTE SYNC IN TEST OUT MIC IN LENS i u y...playback mode. • Alarm sound is displayed on page 32. 18 For details, please consult your JVC dealer. 2. An EE image is output during recording, the "SYNC INH" (SYNC INHIBIT) indicator is...than the playback mode. * Data for a few seconds. To remote control the unit using the control signal of this connector, the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE ...
...When a cable is not attached to "RS232C". 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 VTR REMOTE SYNC IN TEST OUT MIC IN LENS i u y...playback mode. • Alarm sound is displayed on page 32. 18 For details, please consult your JVC dealer. 2. An EE image is output during recording, the "SYNC INH" (SYNC INHIBIT) indicator is...than the playback mode. * Data for a few seconds. To remote control the unit using the control signal of this connector, the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE ...
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... the VCR Setup Menu. See page 69. 5 [STILL] button Press to 3 or 30 minutes with digital noise. 4 [STOP] button Press to the stop mode. When used in the stop mode, the tape winds to 3 or 30 minutes with the VCR Setup Menu item No. 307 LONG PAUSE TIME. Data to start.... However, when stop mode has continued for about 30 minutes, the unit enters the tape protect mode, in the unit's memory are rejected. 19 When used in stop mode. If the switch is moved while the power is off, the cassette cover opens but it is entered, the playback video will...
... the VCR Setup Menu. See page 69. 5 [STILL] button Press to 3 or 30 minutes with digital noise. 4 [STOP] button Press to the stop mode. When used in the stop mode, the tape winds to 3 or 30 minutes with the VCR Setup Menu item No. 307 LONG PAUSE TIME. Data to start.... However, when stop mode has continued for about 30 minutes, the unit enters the tape protect mode, in the unit's memory are rejected. 19 When used in stop mode. If the switch is moved while the power is off, the cassette cover opens but it is entered, the playback video will...
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... to "IEEE1394". • To remote control the VCR with a 3.5 mm diameter plug. (Monaural mini jack) The earphone can be used for 12 V DC. 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...
... to "IEEE1394". • To remote control the VCR with a 3.5 mm diameter plug. (Monaural mini jack) The earphone can be used for 12 V DC. 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...
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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 the CH-2 audio channel. The ... this position when the microphone is recorded on page 36. 21 If the braker trips, confirm that the switch is used to "REAR". 7 Back tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. 2. Set the CH-2 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC select switch 9 according to audio equipment, etc...
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 the CH-2 audio channel. The ... this position when the microphone is recorded on page 36. 21 If the braker trips, confirm that the switch is used to "REAR". 7 Back tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. 2. Set the CH-2 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC select switch 9 according to audio equipment, etc...