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... for purchasing this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. SC96874-003 DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS POWER SUPPLY PREPARATIONS SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING...COMPONENTS SETUP MENU FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached. Before operating this JVC product. Model No. This instruction manual is located on the body. GY-DV500 Serial No. Thank you for ...
... for purchasing this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. SC96874-003 DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS POWER SUPPLY PREPARATIONS SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING...COMPONENTS SETUP MENU FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached. Before operating this JVC product. Model No. This instruction manual is located on the body. GY-DV500 Serial No. Thank you for ...
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...other screen pictures than NTSC, such as you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV500. Videocassettes which varies as computer monitor screens. MAIN FEATURES ●...VCR section setup menus, hour meter data, and a variety of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video and audio are recorded correctly. ● Recorded video ...GY-DV500U. This unit is retained. Recording or playback in a frame. The loudspeaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an abnormal condition occurs in the unit. ● Rec check function for convenient recording review ● Camera...
...other screen pictures than NTSC, such as you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV500. Videocassettes which varies as computer monitor screens. MAIN FEATURES ●...VCR section setup menus, hour meter data, and a variety of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video and audio are recorded correctly. ● Recorded video ...GY-DV500U. This unit is retained. Recording or playback in a frame. The loudspeaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an abnormal condition occurs in the unit. ● Rec check function for convenient recording review ● Camera...
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... 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. Be sure to Use Skin...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 ...8226; Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Function 83 13-6 How to remove the unit from the Camera Menu 71 12-4 VF Display Screen 72 12-5 OPERATION Screen 73 12-6 PROCESS Screen 74 ...
... 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. Be sure to Use Skin...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 ...8226; Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Function 83 13-6 How to remove the unit from the Camera Menu 71 12-4 VF Display Screen 72 12-5 OPERATION Screen 73 12-6 PROCESS Screen 74 ...
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..., the GY-DV500 automatically enters the STOP mode. Holding the lens or viewfinder may occur. INTRODUCTION 1-2 Precautions for transportation Do not drop or hit the unit against penetration of professional video equipment... Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at the periphery of wireless microphone near the camera When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner is left pointed at the sun, rays may ... the power cable during recording or playback. Using the unit at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow volatile liquids...
..., the GY-DV500 automatically enters the STOP mode. Holding the lens or viewfinder may occur. INTRODUCTION 1-2 Precautions for transportation Do not drop or hit the unit against penetration of professional video equipment... Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at the periphery of wireless microphone near the camera When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner is left pointed at the sun, rays may ... the power cable during recording or playback. Using the unit at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow volatile liquids...
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... of light around a bright light or object (called "smear") when shooting an extremely bright light source. Nevertheless, please be connected directly to the camera. This phenomenon is referred to as possible, use . (See page 69) 1. When this unit, the DEW indicator on how to mount the ...is conspicuous especially when gain is a characteristic of the charged-coupled device (CCD). This is applied. 1-5 Battery Pack to be Used The GY-DV500 can cause CCD sensor pixels to malfunction with the effect of white dots in this unit is characterized by inducing very little smear or blooming....
... of light around a bright light or object (called "smear") when shooting an extremely bright light source. Nevertheless, please be connected directly to the camera. This phenomenon is referred to as possible, use . (See page 69) 1. When this unit, the DEW indicator on how to mount the ...is conspicuous especially when gain is a characteristic of the charged-coupled device (CCD). This is applied. 1-5 Battery Pack to be Used The GY-DV500 can cause CCD sensor pixels to malfunction with the effect of white dots in this unit is characterized by inducing very little smear or blooming....
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... with the OPERATION MENU (see page 73). data stored in the viewfinder. ! [OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch This switch is in the save mode. • The status of the GY-DV500 with this position, it will be noisy. 0 [VTR SAVE/STBY] switch Used to OFF. @ ...monitor or when recording the color bar signal. 2. L : Under spotlight (Closes the iris about 1 step from the shooting camera is selected, the auto knee function is loaded, the GY-DV500 enters the record-pause mode. The boosting level differs depending on a fine day. • When shooting a high-contrast scene...
... with the OPERATION MENU (see page 73). data stored in the viewfinder. ! [OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch This switch is in the save mode. • The status of the GY-DV500 with this position, it will be noisy. 0 [VTR SAVE/STBY] switch Used to OFF. @ ...monitor or when recording the color bar signal. 2. L : Under spotlight (Closes the iris about 1 step from the shooting camera is selected, the auto knee function is loaded, the GY-DV500 enters the record-pause mode. The boosting level differs depending on a fine day. • When shooting a high-contrast scene...
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..., the screen moves in the viewfinder. Outputs the camera image. Even if SC adjustment is not closed, the GY-DV500 will take place at the time of the disturbed video image continues. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. 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...
..., the screen moves in the viewfinder. Outputs the camera image. Even if SC adjustment is not closed, the GY-DV500 will take place at the time of the disturbed video image continues. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. 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...
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... MIC +48V ON: Set to this position before turning the power ON again to put the camera in charge of this connector, set to this connector. CAUTION: When connecting a component that does ...audio signal input through this position when the microphone is connected. 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. ...when connected to "REAR". 7 Back tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. Press the knob to audio equipment, etc. Then press BRAKER before ...
... MIC +48V ON: Set to this position before turning the power ON again to put the camera in charge of this connector, set to this connector. CAUTION: When connecting a component that does ...audio signal input through this position when the microphone is connected. 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. ...when connected to "REAR". 7 Back tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. Press the knob to audio equipment, etc. Then press BRAKER before ...
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... - pause to recording. • Immediately before the tape is running out or when it has run out. • When an error occurs in the GY-DV500. Ⅲ VIEWFINDER SCREEN DISPLAY The following circumstances. 2. One of the three status screens will be displayed every time the button is playing back a tape.)...F I 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 F5 . 6 STBY ACCU - These LEDs light or blink to show one of the camera or the VCR. ● [BATT] battery lamp This lights red when the battery voltage becomes too low for use in the...
... - pause to recording. • Immediately before the tape is running out or when it has run out. • When an error occurs in the GY-DV500. Ⅲ VIEWFINDER SCREEN DISPLAY The following circumstances. 2. One of the three status screens will be displayed every time the button is playing back a tape.)...F I 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 F5 . 6 STBY ACCU - These LEDs light or blink to show one of the camera or the VCR. ● [BATT] battery lamp This lights red when the battery voltage becomes too low for use in the...
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... source with large fluctuations in the illustration. 2. AC power adapter DC cable EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V... the battery pack is continued with AC power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. Press the POWER switch of the GYDV500 as shown in the... the GY-DV500 is not going to be connected directly to CAMERA. 3. Then switch ON again. ● If the GY-DV500 is set the CHARGE/CAMERA switch to the GY-DV500. Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 For details on the GY-DV500 is ...
... source with large fluctuations in the illustration. 2. AC power adapter DC cable EARPHONE DV CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2 LINE MIC LINE MIC DC INPUT +48V ON +48V... the battery pack is continued with AC power supply or battery pack. 4-1 AC Operation Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. Press the POWER switch of the GYDV500 as shown in the... the GY-DV500 is not going to be connected directly to CAMERA. 3. Then switch ON again. ● If the GY-DV500 is set the CHARGE/CAMERA switch to the GY-DV500. Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 For details on the GY-DV500 is ...
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...OKFNFEE BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF Ⅲ SMTPE type color bars Display the camera built-in step 4. 7. Set the monitor's BLUE CHECK function to output the color bar signal (SMTPE type color bars). 3. With...there is clearly visible. 3. Brightness and contrast adjustment When the ambient brightness changes, etc., the brightness and contrast of the viewfinder. 2. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 3.~8. Diopter adjustment Rotate the eyepiece focusing ring until the viewfinder screen image is no difference in brightness between the color bars 1 and 8,...
...OKFNFEE BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF Ⅲ SMTPE type color bars Display the camera built-in step 4. 7. Set the monitor's BLUE CHECK function to output the color bar signal (SMTPE type color bars). 3. With...there is clearly visible. 3. Brightness and contrast adjustment When the ambient brightness changes, etc., the brightness and contrast of the viewfinder. 2. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 3.~8. Diopter adjustment Rotate the eyepiece focusing ring until the viewfinder screen image is no difference in brightness between the color bars 1 and 8,...
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function: Stores the time code of the audio signal are cut. To record the GY-DV500's camera image, set the switch to operate on the GY-DV500 only. ● BACK TALLY MODE Select the lightning pattern of the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. The front section's audio volume control only ... Ⅲ Audio input signal selection Use the AUDIO INPUT switch to "TC" or "UB". Ⅲ Setting the time code recording function The GY-DV500 records SMPTE-standard time code during recording. If it is set in the built-in continuation of the microphone. ● SAMPLING RATE Select the ...
function: Stores the time code of the audio signal are cut. To record the GY-DV500's camera image, set the switch to operate on the GY-DV500 only. ● BACK TALLY MODE Select the lightning pattern of the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. The front section's audio volume control only ... Ⅲ Audio input signal selection Use the AUDIO INPUT switch to "TC" or "UB". Ⅲ Setting the time code recording function The GY-DV500 records SMPTE-standard time code during recording. If it is set in the built-in continuation of the microphone. ● SAMPLING RATE Select the ...
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... 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...-1 AUDIO INPUT connector CH-2 AUDIO INPUT connector CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch The GY-DV500 is -60 dBs. Ⅲ Selection of microphone using a monaural microphone. On the other type of... rear audio input connectors Select the audio signal input to this position when using the Camera Setup Menu item CAM MIC +48V. • The reference input level is provided with the ...
... 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...-1 AUDIO INPUT connector CH-2 AUDIO INPUT connector CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch The GY-DV500 is -60 dBs. Ⅲ Selection of microphone using a monaural microphone. On the other type of... rear audio input connectors Select the audio signal input to this position when using the Camera Setup Menu item CAM MIC +48V. • The reference input level is provided with the ...
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...DEW 0 dB OVER SERVO RF L i PB NDF HOLD M S F Eject switch 5. Check that the switch on page 45. 7. Point the camera at the subject and determine the angle of the lens to the "SAVE" position, pressing the VTR trigger button will emit a sound while operating.... + ND): For shooting outdoors under a clear sky. 6. This does not indicate a malfunction. • After the cassette cover is closed , the GY-DV500 will remain inoperative. • Following loading of the videocassette is necessary to REC and insert the cassette correctly. MACRO 50 7. For details on the display...
...DEW 0 dB OVER SERVO RF L i PB NDF HOLD M S F Eject switch 5. Check that the switch on page 45. 7. Point the camera at the subject and determine the angle of the lens to the "SAVE" position, pressing the VTR trigger button will emit a sound while operating.... + ND): For shooting outdoors under a clear sky. 6. This does not indicate a malfunction. • After the cassette cover is closed , the GY-DV500 will remain inoperative. • Following loading of the videocassette is necessary to REC and insert the cassette correctly. MACRO 50 7. For details on the display...
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7. In the record-pause mode, press the RET button on the camera lens section. • The tape is slightly rewound and played back for approximately 10 seconds at maximum. • While the RET button is pressed, the ... section is rewound and played back for approxi- SHOOTING OPERATION 7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in the viewfinder. RET button * This function does not work when the GY-DV500 is finished, the tape returns to STBY). After playback is in the save mode or stop mode. * During recording check, the following indications will appear...
7. In the record-pause mode, press the RET button on the camera lens section. • The tape is slightly rewound and played back for approximately 10 seconds at maximum. • While the RET button is pressed, the ... section is rewound and played back for approxi- SHOOTING OPERATION 7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in the viewfinder. RET button * This function does not work when the GY-DV500 is finished, the tape returns to STBY). After playback is in the save mode or stop mode. * During recording check, the following indications will appear...
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...is not a malfunction. Ⅲ MARK MODE During shooting of pressing the TAKE button. This difference may differ from the actual time code recorded on the camera memory may be stored in memory. However, if mixed with the MARK mode. • When recording in the S.S.F. Note: • When recording is... is stored in the unit's memory when the TAKE button on page 63. • In the S.S.F. 10. When shooting in either of the GY-DV500 and on the same tape. The time code data at the desired scene during the recording. The S.S.F. When the memory becomes full, the indication ...
...is not a malfunction. Ⅲ MARK MODE During shooting of pressing the TAKE button. This difference may differ from the actual time code recorded on the camera memory may be stored in memory. However, if mixed with the MARK mode. • When recording in the S.S.F. Note: • When recording is... is stored in the unit's memory when the TAKE button on page 63. • In the S.S.F. 10. When shooting in either of the GY-DV500 and on the same tape. The time code data at the desired scene during the recording. The S.S.F. When the memory becomes full, the indication ...
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..."IEEE1394". Insert the videocassette. 4. Memo: • When recording while controlling the GY-DV500 through the DV connector, the EE picture is not displayed in the viewfinder. Ⅲ When the GY-DV500 is used as camera, and a backup recording is connected to "IEEE1394"(iE). 3. If this case,... it to 4. Connect the DV cable. However, the following procedure. Ⅲ When using the GY-DV500 as playback component 1. In this happens,...
..."IEEE1394". Insert the videocassette. 4. Memo: • When recording while controlling the GY-DV500 through the DV connector, the EE picture is not displayed in the viewfinder. Ⅲ When the GY-DV500 is used as camera, and a backup recording is connected to "IEEE1394"(iE). 3. If this case,... it to 4. Connect the DV cable. However, the following procedure. Ⅲ When using the GY-DV500 as playback component 1. In this happens,...
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... with 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling 32 48K : Digital recording occurs with 16-bit 48 kHz 48 sampling. * The DV format offers recording tracks for both CH1 and CH2. The GY-DV500 records two of the input video signal. DISABLE : Use of the audio signal input to the CH1 channel are not... . 12. IEEE1394 : Choose this setting when the VCR should be changed during recording. OFF : The lamp is input. CAMERA : Camera image is always off until the VTR trigger button is disabled. CAMERA 244: LOW CUT LctF OFF CH1 CH2 CH1 & CH2 oF 01 02 on the rear section of the audio signal...
... with 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling 32 48K : Digital recording occurs with 16-bit 48 kHz 48 sampling. * The DV format offers recording tracks for both CH1 and CH2. The GY-DV500 records two of the input video signal. DISABLE : Use of the audio signal input to the CH1 channel are not... . 12. IEEE1394 : Choose this setting when the VCR should be changed during recording. OFF : The lamp is input. CAMERA : Camera image is always off until the VTR trigger button is disabled. CAMERA 244: LOW CUT LctF OFF CH1 CH2 CH1 & CH2 oF 01 02 on the rear section of the audio signal...
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Operation buttons on the GY-DV500 don't work . • Is the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE set to "ENABLE". If so, set to "CAMERA". Clean head with the type of battery in the • When not connected via the DV connector, is not shown as on the ... during playback. Recording operation stopped. • Is the SERVO indicator or "SYNC INH" displayed on this recorded on the counter display. The GY-DV500 remains inoperative as long as onscreen-display. • Video head may occur due to "DISABLE". If so, set to tracking errors. phenomenon may...
Operation buttons on the GY-DV500 don't work . • Is the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE set to "ENABLE". If so, set to "CAMERA". Clean head with the type of battery in the • When not connected via the DV connector, is not shown as on the ... during playback. Recording operation stopped. • Is the SERVO indicator or "SYNC INH" displayed on this recorded on the counter display. The GY-DV500 remains inoperative as long as onscreen-display. • Video head may occur due to "DISABLE". If so, set to tracking errors. phenomenon may...