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... BEFORE SHOOTING SHOOTING OPERATION PLAYBACK MODE TIME CODE OPERATION S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) FUNCTION USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS SETUP MENU FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV550 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached. Before operating this JVC product. Retain this information for purchasing this unit, please read the instructions carefully...
... BEFORE SHOOTING SHOOTING OPERATION PLAYBACK MODE TIME CODE OPERATION S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) FUNCTION USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS SETUP MENU FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV550 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached. Before operating this JVC product. Retain this information for purchasing this unit, please read the instructions carefully...
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...operating instructions should be placed near water - Unplug this appliance where the cord will only fit into the appliance. Do not use attachments not recommended by persons walking on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the ...manufacturer's instructions, and should not be abused by the appliance manufacturer as the original part. This appliance should use this product during a lightning storm, or when it from overheating, these instructions. 2. This appliance system is provided. 9. If you...
...operating instructions should be placed near water - Unplug this appliance where the cord will only fit into the appliance. Do not use attachments not recommended by persons walking on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the ...manufacturer's instructions, and should not be abused by the appliance manufacturer as the original part. This appliance should use this product during a lightning storm, or when it from overheating, these instructions. 2. This appliance system is provided. 9. If you...
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... children. • Do not disassemble and do not dispose of electric shock to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.... plate (serial number plate) is intended to alert the user to qualified service personnel. CAUTION CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may present a fire or ...
... children. • Do not disassemble and do not dispose of electric shock to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L'APPAREIL A L'HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.... plate (serial number plate) is intended to alert the user to qualified service personnel. CAUTION CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that may present a fire or ...
Instruction Manual
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...audio Two types of the tape. ● Before recording important scenes, be used to 2084.6 Hz. ● DV (i. The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other screen pictures ... time code input. Videocassettes which varies as you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV550. Center mark can be turned ON/OFF. ● Zebra pattern video...scan shutter Eliminates flicker when shooting other units (including another GY-DV550) are for 0.75 lux (F1.4) illumination Employment of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video and audio are recorded ...
...audio Two types of the tape. ● Before recording important scenes, be used to 2084.6 Hz. ● DV (i. The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other screen pictures ... time code input. Videocassettes which varies as you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV550. Center mark can be turned ON/OFF. ● Zebra pattern video...scan shutter Eliminates flicker when shooting other units (including another GY-DV550) are for 0.75 lux (F1.4) illumination Employment of copyright holders. ● JVC cannot assume liabilities that both video and audio are recorded ...
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...49 6-9 Audio Input Signal Selection 50 6-10 Audio Input Level Adjustment 51 6-11 Monitoring Audio during Recording 52 7. Data to Use the S.S.F. Function 67 10-3 Deleting S.S.F. Function 66 10-2 How to Tape 69 10-6 Outputting S.S.F. TIME CODE OPERATION 9-1 ...by Slave-Locking the Built-in Time Code Generator with an External VCR 58 8. INTRODUCTION 1-1 Main Unit Configuration 6 1-2 Precautions for Proper Use 7 1-3 Routine and Periodical Maintenance 8 1-4 Precautions for the Battery Pack 40 BASIC OPERATIONS 5. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-1 Front Section ...
...49 6-9 Audio Input Signal Selection 50 6-10 Audio Input Level Adjustment 51 6-11 Monitoring Audio during Recording 52 7. Data to Use the S.S.F. Function 67 10-3 Deleting S.S.F. Function 66 10-2 How to Tape 69 10-6 Outputting S.S.F. TIME CODE OPERATION 9-1 ...by Slave-Locking the Built-in Time Code Generator with an External VCR 58 8. INTRODUCTION 1-1 Main Unit Configuration 6 1-2 Precautions for Proper Use 7 1-3 Routine and Periodical Maintenance 8 1-4 Precautions for the Battery Pack 40 BASIC OPERATIONS 5. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-1 Front Section ...
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... 96 • Alarm Indications 96 • Warnings in Viewfinder 98 • Troubles with DV Connector 70 11-2 Connecting a PC 71 12. POWER Microphone CR230V32 Lithium battery Head cleaning ...Connecting the Camera Remote Control Unit .......... 94 OTHERS 14. INTRODUCTION 1-1 Main Unit Configuration The GY-DV550 configuration is not inserted into the hole on a Computer Monitor 88 13-4 Gain (... Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Function 90 13-6 How to drop from the tripod. 11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 11-1 Connecting a Video Component with Error Code Outputs 100 • Troubles without...
... 96 • Alarm Indications 96 • Warnings in Viewfinder 98 • Troubles with DV Connector 70 11-2 Connecting a PC 71 12. POWER Microphone CR230V32 Lithium battery Head cleaning ...Connecting the Camera Remote Control Unit .......... 94 OTHERS 14. INTRODUCTION 1-1 Main Unit Configuration The GY-DV550 configuration is not inserted into the hole on a Computer Monitor 88 13-4 Gain (... Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Function 90 13-6 How to drop from the tripod. 11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 11-1 Connecting a Video Component with Error Code Outputs 100 • Troubles without...
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...do not allow volatile liquids such as small white spots may be generated. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result. • If the lens or viewfinder is played back, the GY-DV550 automatically enters the STOP mode. Depending on , but the impact on... the power with a cloth soaked in such a liquid. ● The camera may be unstable in the period immediately after loading a tape, the built-in use the unit within the allowable ...
...do not allow volatile liquids such as small white spots may be generated. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result. • If the lens or viewfinder is played back, the GY-DV550 automatically enters the STOP mode. Depending on , but the impact on... the power with a cloth soaked in such a liquid. ● The camera may be unstable in the period immediately after loading a tape, the built-in use the unit within the allowable ...
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... cleaning tape. For instructions on how to use the head cleaning tape and precautions for its use, read the "Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape" on page 8. ● When dirt adheres to the heads of the GY-DV550, the following precautions when using the RET button on the lens section. ...type of the cleaning tape. In this sheet. On the other than four times at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using the cleaning tape, please follow the instructions of those given in the picture or sound may remain on...
... cleaning tape. For instructions on how to use the head cleaning tape and precautions for its use, read the "Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape" on page 8. ● When dirt adheres to the heads of the GY-DV550, the following precautions when using the RET button on the lens section. ...type of the cleaning tape. In this sheet. On the other than four times at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using the cleaning tape, please follow the instructions of those given in the picture or sound may remain on...
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...disappears from being overwritten. ● To record on the tape, slide the switch to REC. * An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be Used The GY-DV550 can cause CCD sensor pixels to malfunction with droplets allowing the tape to be stuck to them, leading to tape damage. ● ...Blooming Due to the physical structure of the unit does not increase. 9 1-5 Videocassette to be Used ● Use JVC's videocassette tapes marked with unevenly wound tape, as this may damage the tape. INTRODUCTION continue to use a dirty or damaged tape, as this unit is then carried to a warm place, the ...
...disappears from being overwritten. ● To record on the tape, slide the switch to REC. * An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be Used The GY-DV550 can cause CCD sensor pixels to malfunction with droplets allowing the tape to be stuck to them, leading to tape damage. ● ...Blooming Due to the physical structure of the unit does not increase. 9 1-5 Videocassette to be Used ● Use JVC's videocassette tapes marked with unevenly wound tape, as this may damage the tape. INTRODUCTION continue to use a dirty or damaged tape, as this unit is then carried to a warm place, the ...
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... balance and color bar modes. See "ZEBRA" item on the ADVANCED PROCESS MENU are also displayed during Manual Adjustment" on the base and secure it using the provided microphone, set AUDIO IN FRONT LINE/MIC switch to MIC+48V ON. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-1 Front Section q w VF !1 !0 PUSH e... button. (It is 70% - 80%. See page 14. 1 3 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 Function GND HOT COLD CAUTION: The provided microphone is used as a reference for manual adjustment of the Camera SETUP Menu screen is not activated in the viewfinder. When CHARACTER MIX of the lens iris. While...
... balance and color bar modes. See "ZEBRA" item on the ADVANCED PROCESS MENU are also displayed during Manual Adjustment" on the base and secure it using the provided microphone, set AUDIO IN FRONT LINE/MIC switch to MIC+48V ON. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-1 Front Section q w VF !1 !0 PUSH e... button. (It is 70% - 80%. See page 14. 1 3 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 Function GND HOT COLD CAUTION: The provided microphone is used as a reference for manual adjustment of the Camera SETUP Menu screen is not activated in the viewfinder. When CHARACTER MIX of the lens iris. While...
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... knob changes the internal color temperature filter. See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 66. 0 Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever Hold the lens and use the lever to release lens. To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and then turn the ring anticlockwise to turn the...
... knob changes the internal color temperature filter. See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 66. 0 Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever Hold the lens and use the lever to release lens. To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and then turn the ring anticlockwise to turn the...
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... The level of iris can be set to select the output signal. The boosting level differs depending on the subject. When a recordable videocassette is used. CAM. Set to select the status of the entire image along with the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. CAUTION: If a fast moving high... POINT in sunlight is shot, the auto knee function may change the brightness of the GY-DV550 when the power is turned ON and a videocassette is used . AUTO KNEE OFF: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section [Cont'd] • ...
... The level of iris can be set to select the output signal. The boosting level differs depending on the subject. When a recordable videocassette is used. CAM. Set to select the status of the entire image along with the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. CAUTION: If a fast moving high... POINT in sunlight is shot, the auto knee function may change the brightness of the GY-DV550 when the power is turned ON and a videocassette is used . AUTO KNEE OFF: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section [Cont'd] • ...
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... or -12dB). The warning alarm tones are output mixed. REAR : The sound from the loudspeaker is not output when an earphone is used to select the method for adjusting the audio input level of the CH2 audio channel. FRONT : The sound from the AUDIO IN FRONT ...low. This control works regardless of the setting of the CH1 audio channel. POWER 5 67 8 CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL LITHIUM BATT. To use this control. • This control is valid only when the CH2 AUDIO SELECT switch 6 is set to "MANUAL". 4 [MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor...
... or -12dB). The warning alarm tones are output mixed. REAR : The sound from the loudspeaker is not output when an earphone is used to select the method for adjusting the audio input level of the CH2 audio channel. FRONT : The sound from the AUDIO IN FRONT ...low. This control works regardless of the setting of the CH1 audio channel. POWER 5 67 8 CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL LITHIUM BATT. To use this control. • This control is valid only when the CH2 AUDIO SELECT switch 6 is set to "MANUAL". 4 [MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor...
Instruction Manual
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...AUX IN connector. Select this setting when the unit should be slavelocked with this position when newly presetting and recording the time code. The GY-DV550 delivered without the battery installed. External video signals are recorded Synchronous signals can be in this button to record. EXIT: Only the... outputted to record. This switch is enabled only when [VTR INPUT] switch 9 is used to IEEE 1394. INT: This unit is set value in the memory. • For details of the presetting of the DV connector 1 on page 22, set (which the unit reads existing time codes on page...
...AUX IN connector. Select this setting when the unit should be slavelocked with this position when newly presetting and recording the time code. The GY-DV550 delivered without the battery installed. External video signals are recorded Synchronous signals can be in this button to record. EXIT: Only the... outputted to record. This switch is enabled only when [VTR INPUT] switch 9 is used to IEEE 1394. INT: This unit is set value in the memory. • For details of the presetting of the DV connector 1 on page 22, set (which the unit reads existing time codes on page...
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... 1 on page 15 is pressed to the video signal during ejection or tape loading. @ [REMAIN] indicator The remaining tape time (minutes and seconds) is set using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT. For details, see page "Remaining Tape Time Display" on the LCD counter display. CTL : Set to... this switch at OFF during battery operation of the GY-DV550 or when it is required to reduce the power consumption for presetting the time code. (When the Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is...
... 1 on page 15 is pressed to the video signal during ejection or tape loading. @ [REMAIN] indicator The remaining tape time (minutes and seconds) is set using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT. For details, see page "Remaining Tape Time Display" on the LCD counter display. CTL : Set to... this switch at OFF during battery operation of the GY-DV550 or when it is required to reduce the power consumption for presetting the time code. (When the Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is...
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The display mode can be selected with the 4 COUNTER switch. • Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV550 is in the VCR setup menu mode by pressing the HOLD button in the time code setting block. See "Counter Display Contents...counter is displayed. [HOLD] indicator Lights when the time code generator display is slave-locked (synchronized) with the drum servo during playback and recording check using the provided head cleaning tape. 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd) # Tape transport direction indicators REV FWD One of the ...
The display mode can be selected with the 4 COUNTER switch. • Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV550 is in the VCR setup menu mode by pressing the HOLD button in the time code setting block. See "Counter Display Contents...counter is displayed. [HOLD] indicator Lights when the time code generator display is slave-locked (synchronized) with the drum servo during playback and recording check using the provided head cleaning tape. 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd) # Tape transport direction indicators REV FWD One of the ...
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...disrupted during playback, playback of the Camera Setup screen. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. Which video signals to IEEE1394+RS232C. The cover can be slave-locked with ...of the Camera Setup screen. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-3 Left Side Section PUSH q w e VTR/RM DV CAMCORDER GY-DV550 PROMPTER OUTPUT Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 TC IN TC OUT REMOTE GENLOCK/AUX IN...83 Memo: • Select whether to output signals that a videocassette can be selected using the VTR INPUT switch on page 34. If the user's bits should also be selected...
...disrupted during playback, playback of the Camera Setup screen. For details, please consult your JVC dealer. Which video signals to IEEE1394+RS232C. The cover can be slave-locked with ...of the Camera Setup screen. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-3 Left Side Section PUSH q w e VTR/RM DV CAMCORDER GY-DV550 PROMPTER OUTPUT Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 TC IN TC OUT REMOTE GENLOCK/AUX IN...83 Memo: • Select whether to output signals that a videocassette can be selected using the VTR INPUT switch on page 34. If the user's bits should also be selected...
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...pressed while this cover closed. 3 [PLAY] button Press to insert or eject the cassette. 2 Operation cover Open this switch opens the cassette cover. When used in a cold environment, the setting will be 3 minutes regardless of the setting on page 69. See page 75. 5 [STILL] button Press to ...with digital noise. 4 [STOP] button Press to enter stop mode, the tape winds to the side when inserting or ejecting the videocassette. When used in this button is entered, the playback video will be 3 minutes regardless of the setting on page 15) is released. The LED indicator above...
...pressed while this cover closed. 3 [PLAY] button Press to insert or eject the cassette. 2 Operation cover Open this switch opens the cassette cover. When used in a cold environment, the setting will be 3 minutes regardless of the setting on page 69. See page 75. 5 [STILL] button Press to ...with digital noise. 4 [STOP] button Press to enter stop mode, the tape winds to the side when inserting or ejecting the videocassette. When used in this button is entered, the playback video will be 3 minutes regardless of the setting on page 15) is released. The LED indicator above...
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...switch Microphone ON/OFF switch for controlling the intercom headset receiver volume. 5 [INCOM MIC] intercom microphone setting switch This switch is used when connecting and recording using the intercom headset. 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Adapter Section FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k+1/8ND 3 5600k+1/64ND SHUTTER STATUS ...the VTR/RM multi-pin connector 8. For details on the power, set this switch to this switch. DC IN/BATT : Use this setting when supplying power from the DC INPUT connector of the VCR Setup menu. CAUTION: When connecting an external VCR, set...
...switch Microphone ON/OFF switch for controlling the intercom headset receiver volume. 5 [INCOM MIC] intercom microphone setting switch This switch is used when connecting and recording using the intercom headset. 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Adapter Section FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k+1/8ND 3 5600k+1/64ND SHUTTER STATUS ...the VTR/RM multi-pin connector 8. For details on the power, set this switch to this switch. DC IN/BATT : Use this setting when supplying power from the DC INPUT connector of the VCR Setup menu. CAUTION: When connecting an external VCR, set...
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... VCR or signals inputted to the AUX input connector of this connector. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Adapter Section (continued) PUSH 7 8 9 VTR/RM DV CAMCORDER GY-DV550 PROMPTER OUTPUT Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 TC IN TC OUT REMOTE GENLOCK/AUX IN VIDEO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT LENS 8 [VTR.../RM] VTR/RM multi-pin connector (26P) This connector is used to the connecting device. Camera image signals are outputted from GENLOCK/ AUX IN connector 8 on page 18 are outputted through VTR/RM multi-pin ...
... VCR or signals inputted to the AUX input connector of this connector. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Adapter Section (continued) PUSH 7 8 9 VTR/RM DV CAMCORDER GY-DV550 PROMPTER OUTPUT Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 TC IN TC OUT REMOTE GENLOCK/AUX IN VIDEO OUT AUDIO IN FRONT LENS 8 [VTR.../RM] VTR/RM multi-pin connector (26P) This connector is used to the connecting device. Camera image signals are outputted from GENLOCK/ AUX IN connector 8 on page 18 are outputted through VTR/RM multi-pin ...