JVC GY-DV500U GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB)

JVC GY-DV500U - Professional Dv Camcorder Manual

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  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 1
    THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached. Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. For Customer Use : Enter
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    prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it. 13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance. 14. Do not overload wall
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    servicing) instructions use any other power source. NOTE: The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the top frame. CAUTION To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service . WARNING ON LITHIUM BATTERY The battery used in
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 4
    DV Camcorder GY-DV500. These instructions are for GY-DV500U. This unit is a MiniDV video system format camcorder. Videocassettes which are not marked with the MiniDV symbol cannot be used in case an abnormal condition occurs in the unit. ● Rec check function for convenient recording review ● Camera
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    Zoom Lens (optional 31 3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder 31 3-4 Attaching the Microphone (provided 32 3-5 Attaching the Microphone (optional 32 3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (provided 33 3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries .. 34 4. POWER SUPPLY 4-1 AC Operation 35 4-2 Battery Pack
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    ON OFF COUNTER CTL TC UB Camcorder (GY-DV500) Microphone CR230V32 Lithium battery Head cleaning tape OTHERS 14. OTHERS 14-1 Troubleshooting 86 • Alarm Indications 86 • Warnings in Viewfinder 88 • Troubles with Error Code Outputs 90 • Troubles without Error Code Outputs 91 14-2 Hour Meter
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    want to turn OFF the setup level, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. The setup level is never attached to the video signal recorded on the tape. ● Use the unit in an upright position. If placed on its side, heat release
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    to the heads of the GY-DV500, the following indications appear during playback and recording check using the RET button on the lens section. • "RF" appears on the display panel. • "HEAD CLOG" appears on the counter display. • "VTR WARNING (HEAD)" appears in the viewfinder. ● If this kind of
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 9
    to be Used The GY-DV500 can use any of the following battery packs. ● Flat shape type ● Anton-Bauer battery pack: Trimpack 13/14 Series Magnum 13/14 Series Compack 13/14 Series Propack 13/14 Series To display the remaining battery power accurately, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 BATTERY TYPE
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    control 10 ZOOM position 5 IRIS control 11 - 6 +12V DC 12 - 5 [ZEBRA] Switch When this switch is ON, a zebra pattern is superimposed on the viewfinder areas having video levels with a luminance level of 70% to 80%. This pattern can be used as a reference for manual adjustment of the lens
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    to release lens. To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and then turn the ring clockwise until 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
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    L STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS LOLUX PRST A B ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 LEVEL 1 [ALARM] Volume control Turn to adjust the volume of the alarm tone that is output from the monitoring
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 13
    is in the save mode. • The status of the GY-DV500 is displayed on the Status screen 1 in the viewfinder. ! [OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch This switch is used to select the output signal. When the video signal from the shooting camera is selected, the auto knee function is available. CAM
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    Setting Section] 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    for the backup of the time code and time date. The GY-DV500 is delivered without the battery installed. The provided lithium battery is for test use. It is recommended to install a new lithium battery. A new lithium battery can power the backup for about one year. See "How to Replace Backup Lithium
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 16
    ] indicator Normally lights green. Lights orange during the VTR SAVE (tape protect) mode. This indicator lights or blinks in red in the case of a warning condition related to the remaining tape time, remaining battery power or other abnormal condition in the unit. For details, see "ALARM INDICATIONS
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    of the battery pack in use.  See "Remaining Battery Power Display" on page 22. $ Counter display • Usually, this section shows the data of the CTL counter, time code or user's bit. The display mode can be selected with the 4 COUNTER switch. • Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV500 is
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 18
    2. 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 t 1 Cassette cover Pressing the EJECT switch on top of the section opens this cover so that a videocassette can
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    power is off, the cassette cover opens but it is not possible to insert or eject the cassette. 2 Operation cover Open this cover when operating in the playback mode. Otherwise, keep this cover closed. 3 [PLAY] button Press to start playback. In play mode, the unit outputs the video . When used in a
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 20
    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 OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 VTR REMOTE SYNC IN B TEST OUTPUT MIC LENS BREAKER rt y 1 [DV] connector Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video
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    up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. It blinks during the transition to the record mode. • Use the VCR Setup power supply, make sure that the switch is not set to this position before the connection is made. ! Battery holder lock release knob This knob is used to open the battery case
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    is displayed automatically in case an abnormal condition occurs with the unit.  See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS" on page 90.  See "ALARM INDICATIONS" on page 86. Remaining Battery Power Display The 7-dot segment bar display shows the remaining battery power. The lighted segment bars
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 23
    filters can be used for various effects. CAUTION: The filter thread section rotates, so pay attention when mounting a polarizing filter. ! ZOOM servo connector Connect an optional zoom servo unit here. @ ZOOM mode knob S: Servo zoom mode. Allows operation by the zoom servo control lever 6. M: Manual
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    2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-8 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional) [VF-P115B] 4 5 1 Stopper screw This screw prevents the viewfinder from coming off the camera. 6 2 Mounting guide To attach on the camera. 3 Connector Connect to the camera. 4 [CONT] contrast adjustment To adjust the
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 25
    the GY-DV500. Ⅲ VIEWFINDER SCREEN DISPLAY The following indications are displayed on the viewfinder screen. (However, this information is not displayed while the VCR section is playing back a tape.) Ⅲ Status screens (screens for use in checking the current camera settings) Ⅲ Alarm message display
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    2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd) ACCU - FOCUS 1 2 G F 3 4 I SD 5 B 6 7 Status 0 viewfinder for only about 2 seconds when any of the following switches is operated. Switch ZEBRA BLACK GAIN WHT. BAL FULL AUTO AUTO IRIS LOLUX FILTER knob VTR
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    2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd) ● Status 1 In addition to the information on the Status 0 screen, this screen displays audio indicators and information on remaining tape, voltage and lens F-number. Display position Display 8 (Example) CH1 CH2
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    CH1 CH2 < 60 I B 1 2 . 4V The following alarm messages are displayed on the status 0 and status 1 screens. Indication LOW BATTERY CLOSE CASSETTE COVER VTR WARNING [HEAD] VTR WARNING [SERVO] VTR WARNING [DEW] VTR WARNING [HARD] VTR WARNING [STOP] VTR WARNING [REW] TAPE NEAR END TAPE END REC
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    CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd) Ⅲ Safety Zone Three types of safety zone items can be displayed in the viewfinder L E MANAGE SETUP MENU EX I T Screen used for making various settings of the camera and VCR.  See "Camera Menu" on page 70.  See "VCR Setup
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 30
    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-P300 DOLLY TP-P205 CARRYING CASE BATTERY HOLDER BH-P27 BATTERY NB-G1 NB-G1 (4PACK) BATTERY CHARGER (AC POWER ADAPTER) AA-G10(B) VIDEO LIGHT (ANTON
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    Pin Mount ring When unplugging the cable connector, first remove the lens itself. Then grasp this portion and pull straight out. 3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder Sliding securing ring 5. 1. 4. Stopper screw 3. Mounting guide Viewfinder mount base 2. Connector 1. Loosen the stopper screw on the
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    to the MIC IN connector on the front section of the camera. 6. Secure the microphone cable using the cable clamp provided on the front side of the microphone holder. CAUTION: When this microphone is attached, the range that the viewfinder can be moved to the left will be reduced. Please purchase
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    Use the provided tripod base to place the camera on a tripod. 1. Attach the tripod base on the tripod by using , make sure that these parts are engaged properly. • When Front mount clip Pin 4. FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING
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    AND ADJUSTMENTS 3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries The GY-DV500 uses a lithium battery for backup of the time code data and time date data. Install the provided lithium battery before actually using the unit. ● Lithium battery: CR2032 "Li" indicator CAUTION: If the unit
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 35
    . 2. When the AA-P250 is used, set the CHARGE/CAMERA switch to CAMERA. 3. Press the POWER switch of the GY-DV500 to ON. Power is supplied to the VCR section and the camera. * For details, read the instruction manual of the AA-P250. 4-2 Battery Pack Operation The GY-DV500 can be operated with the
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    4. POWER SUPPLY 4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Cont'd) Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack 1. Open the battery case cover while pushing the lock release lever. 2. Insert the battery pack into the battery case with its electrodes facing the unit. 3. Close the battery case cover. Lock release lever
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    4. POWER SUPPLY 4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Cont'd) Using an Anton-Bauer Battery Pack To use an Anton-Bauer battery pack (Propack 13/14, Trimpack 13/14, Magnum 13/14, Compack 13/14 Series), it is necessary to detach the battery case from the GY-DV500 and replace it with the Anton-Bauer battery
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    type of the battery pack in use.  See page 69. The status of the remaining battery power can be checked by the remaining battery power indication.  See page 22. Ⅲ When the remaining battery power is nearly exhausted, the following warning messages will appear. In this case, replace with a fully
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    NG POWER ON OFF 2. 1. VTR switch POWER switch 1. Turn the POWER switch to ON. Ⅲ The power is then supplied to the unit. • Video image is output to the viewfinder. • The display of the VCR section is turned on. 2. Select the GY-DV500 operation mode with the VTR switch. • The GY-DV500 operation
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    BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF Videocassette VTR switch POWER switch Cassette cover • A cassette cannot be loaded or unloaded while the GY-DV500 is in POWER OFF mode. • Use a videocassette tape marked MiniDV. • The videocassette should be held vertical
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    Powered by the backup lithium battery, the set date and time data continue to count even when the power is switched off. Ⅲ Check that the lithium battery has been inserted. M ONITOR OPERATE/WARNING BATT. CH-1 CH-2 TC GENERATOR AUTO MANUAL PRESET REGEN AUDIO SELECT FREE REC AUDIO INPUT
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    ON 1 First place a charged battery pack in the battery case on the rear section of the unit. If battery pack is not used, connect DC power to the DC INPUT connector on the rear section of the unit using the AC power adapter (AA- LIGHT ON OFF P250) to supply DC 12 V current. COUNTER CTL
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    video monitor 1. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 3.~8. Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 VTR REMOTE SYNC IN TEST OUTPUT MIC IN LENS 2. SPOT L COMPRESS PRST A B AUTO OKFNFEE BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF Ⅲ SMTPE type color bars Display the camera
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    this when the lens is attached for viewfinder for sharpness first. It is easier to adjust back focus when the subject is more than 3 meters from the camera. The optimal subject for this adjustment is a Siemens star chart. 1. Set the IRIS mode switch to M (Manual used in the above step 3. Siemens star
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    of the lens to A (Auto). 3. WHT.BAL switch 2. Set the FILTER knob according to the current lighting. 3. Set the WHT.BAL switch to A or B. 5. AUTO WHT. /ACCU FOCUS switch 1. OUTPUT switch 1. POWER switch A U T O WH I T E A OPERA T I ON During operation A U T O WH I T E A OK Result message
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    Setup Menu setting ● REMOTE SELECT Confirm that "LOCAL" is selected if you want to operate on the GY-DV500 only. ● BACK TALLY MODE Select the lightning pattern of the BACK TALLY lamp. ● INPUT SELECT Select the input video signal. To record the GY-DV500's camera image, set to "CAMERA". ● LOW CUT IN
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    input connector 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    VTR AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 TAKE 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING
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    Recording ALARM control 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 OKFNFEE BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET
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    VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING Use a videocassette marked MiniDV. • If the cassette cover is not closed, the GY-DV500 will remain inoperative. • Following loading of the cassette and when the POWER the lens to "A". 5. Select the FILTER 7. Point the camera at the subject
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    : • Set the VTR switch to SAVE. Drum rotation stops and the GY-DV500 enters the tape protection/power-saving mode. 12.When shooting is completely finished, eject the cassette and set the POWER switch to "OFF". When the unit is not going to be used for a long period, detach the battery pack. About
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    Save Mode 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 OKFNFEE BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT
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    not work when the GY-DV500 is in the save mode or stop mode. * During recording check, the following indications will appear if the error rate increases due to head clogging, etc. • "RF" appears on the display panel. • "HEAD CLOG" appears on the counter display. • "VTR WARNING (HEAD)" appears in the
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    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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING this case, press used manual
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    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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING Video noise may be observed or
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    GY-DV500 Hour Min. Sec. Frame ALARM MONITOR OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT CH 1 CH 2 40 CH-2 TC GENERATOR AUTO MANUAL PRESET REGEN AUDIO SELECT mode. When this is the case and you want to enter the is set to the non drop frame mode. Use this setting when placing emphasis on the number
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    CH-2 TC GENERATOR AUTO MANUAL PRESET REGEN AUDIO SELECT FREE the SAVE mode. PRESETTING USER'S BIT DATA RESET button OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR SELECT CH 1 CH 2 40 30 20 presetting procedure. • The user's bit can be specified using numerals or alphabetic letters from 0 to F for each
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    Time Codes in Continuation of Time Codes Recorded on Tape The GY-DV500 also incorporates a time code reader. Therefore, when the unit enters CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL CH-2 LITHIUM BATT. CH-1 CH-2 TC GENERATOR AUTO MANUAL PRESET REGEN AUDIO SELECT FREE REC AUDIO INPUT CH-1 CH-2 CONTINUE MENU
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    counter display. 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    code log data stored on the camera memory may differ from the . Cut Shooting started with VTR trigger REC start IN time recorded in the memory of the GY-DV500 and on tape. • When to the non-linear editing controller or other component, or write is performed, be sure to use the Scene End Cue Up
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    VTR trigger button 1. Set the S.S.F. mode as CUE mode. Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 S.S.F. MODE to "CUE".  See page 69. • The CUE mode is indicated in the lower part of the Status 1 screen in the viewfinder sections will not correspond to the video image. Furthermore, please note that
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    Deleting S.S.F. Data 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 AUTOFOFKNEE BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    PUSH The S.S.F. data stored in the unit's memory can be output by RS-232C control via the VTR REMOTE connector. For how to connect, see "Connecting a PC" on page 65. DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 VTR REMOTE SYNC IN TEST OUT MIC IN LENS VTR REMOTE connector 63
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    Menu item No.050 REMOTE SELECT to "IEEE1394". In this case, it takes approximately 2 to 3 seconds before recording starts on the GY-DV500. • When video is input 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
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    PUSH 11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS DV CAMCORDER GY-DV500 DV connector Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LINE OUT CH-1 CH-2 SYNC IN TEST OUT VTR REMOTE MIC IN LENS VTR REMOTE connector MONITOR OUT connector AUDIO OUT RS-232C TTL RS-232C converter cable (Optional VC-P893) RS-232C AUDIO IN VIDEO IN PC
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    menu in the viewfinder and on the unit's counter display. The set contents are stored in the memory and retained even after the power is switched OFF. Menu Contents Selection of remote control to control the unit Selection of BACK TALLY lamp lighting pattern Selection of video input Selection of low
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    12. SETUP MENU 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    remote controlled from a DV connector equipped video component connected to the DV connector on the rear section of the GY-DV500. RS232C : Choose this setting for control by means of the VCR remote control signal from the VTR REMOTE connector on the GY-DV500. * The operation buttons on the GY-DV500
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    TIME CODE ON SCREEN Item Setting Value Upper row: Viewfinder display Lower row: Counter display indication 307: LONG PAUSE battery power and generation of battery alarm will not work correctly. • This setting is valid when battery pack is used. It is invalid when a DC power supply is used.
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    shooting, select the file with the menu settings to be used from among the three SCENE FILE files on the CAMERA MENU screen. - - - VF D I SPLAY - NORMA L DT L . FREQUENCY : M I DDL E SK I N DT L DETECT : OFF V RESOLUT I ON : NORMA L ADVANCED PROCESS PAGE BACK - - - F I L E MANAGE - - -
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    the Camera Menu 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 OKFNFEE BARS CAM ON HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting Selects whether or not the F-number of the lens iris is displayed on the ON ON Status 1 screen. OFF ON F-number is OVER100% 70-80% PAGE BACK The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with - - the cursor at this position.
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    FAW (FullTime Auto White Balance Adjustment) function is to be assigned. NONE FAW function is not used. A FAW is assigned to the A position. B FAW is assigned to the B position. function. ON OFF OFF PAGE BACK The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with - - the cursor at
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    function activated. OFF Skin Detail function not activated.  See "Using the Skin Detail Function" on page 84. V. RESOLUTION Increases the vertical resolution. • NORMAL .... Vertical resolution 380 lines. • V.MAX ......... Vertical resolution 450 lines Note: The sensitivity is degraded and the
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    Variation Range Initial Setting SKIN COLOR DETECT Sets whether it is possible to change the color used by the Skin Detail function. EXECUTE ...... Choose this setting to allow detection of the color used by the Skin Detail function. STOP Choose this setting to stop detection of the color
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    not performed. 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    must be adjusted each time the power is turned on. CAM MIC +48V To set whether or not 48V voltage should be applied to the MIC IN connector ON ON on the front section. OFF ON 48V applied. OFF 48V not applied. PAGE BACK The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial
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    operation. 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    conditions. 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    FOCUS VTR AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 TAKE ZEBRA switch By setting the ZEBRA switch to ON, oblique stripes (zebra pattern) can be displayed in the sections with a luminance level of 70% to 80% or sections with levels over 100% in the viewfinder. The zebra pattern can be used as a reference for manual iris
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    Computer Monitor Video monitor Band 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF SHUTTER
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    BAL NG POWER ON OFF CAUTION: When gain is set to "ALC", gain is boosted automatically as the illumination becomes darker. However, noise will increase a little because the screen becomes brighter as the ALC (Auto Level Control) function boosts the gain more than in the case of manual adjustment
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    HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF filter positions every time you move. The FAS function provides an integrated control of the ALC (Automatic Level Control camera image. • The auto iris adjustment mode is entered even if the iris mode switch of the lens is set to manual
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    13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION 13-6 How to Use Skin Detail The contour emphasis in the skin color areas of the video signal can be controlled and made to appear gentle and smooth. Ⅲ Setting the Color and Range of the Skin Detail Function FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU
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    tone areas adjusted with Skin Detail are displayed in the viewfinder. OFF ZEBRA SKIN AUTO ON AREA WHITE ACCU FOCUS VTR AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 TAKE ZEBRA switch ACCU - FOCUS G F I SD B "SD" display STATUS 0 Ⅲ Using the Skin Detail Function To use the skin detail function set on the SKIN COLOR
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    (Displayed only in record mode) Lights in case of video head clogging. (Head clogging is detected and indicated during playback and recording check using the RET button on the lens section.) Operation : The VTR rejects operation. Remedy : Leave the power on, and wait until the indication disappears
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    .) (In record mode only) VTR WARNING (DEW) VTR WARNING (SERVO) VTR WARNING (HEAD) TAPE NEAR END About 2 min. before tape end. Remaining battery power E BATT (Except for play /search mode) TAPE END LOW BATTERY E BATT LOW BATTERY BATT lamp Viewfinder VTR WARNING (SERVO) On Screen Display
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    warning messages will appear in the viewfinder. • VTR WARNING (HEAD): Lights in case of video head clogging. (Head clogging is detected and indicated during playback and recording check using the RET button on the lens section.) • VTR WARNING (SERVO): Lights in the case of drum servo trouble
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 89
    . If the same problem occurs again after the power is turned ON, there may be something wrong with the GY-DV500. Please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. The GY-DV500 is a microcomputer-controlled piece of equipment, which
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    14. OTHERS 14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd) TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS Error Code 3200 3300 4100 4200 5605 5606 to 5607 5702 5802 7001 7101 7202 to 7203 7302 to 7303 7305 Error Details GY-DV500 Operation Remedy Tape loading impossible. Tape unloading impossible. Irregular eject operation.
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    14. OTHERS 14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd) TROUBLES WITHOUT ERROR CODE OUTPUTS Symptoms Remedy Power cannot be switched ON. Operation buttons on the GY-DV500 don't work. • Is power supply connected properly? • Is battery pack recharged? • When the lithium battery is depleted, it may not be
  • JVC GY-DV500U | GY-DV500 User Manual - PDF (4,089KB) - Page 92
    is inserted. 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 ON KNEE OFF AUTO BARS CAM HML SAVE STBY VTR GAIN OUTPUT WHT.BAL NG POWER ON OFF OPERATE/WARNING RESET MONITOR
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    V DC, max. 0.1A (11 to 15 V DC) (4-pin) DV connector : 4-pin RS-232C : Mini DIN 6-pin Ⅲ GENERAL Power consumption : 1 8 W w i t h V F - P 1 1 5 B ( w h e n recording) Mass : Approx. 5.0 kg (with lens, viewfinder, battery, videocassette). Approxi- mately 2.9 kg (main unit only) Operating
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    OTHERS 14-3 Specifications (Cont'd) OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Viewfinder Power zoom lens AC power adapter Microphone Microphone holder : VF-P115B, VF-P116 : S14 x 7.3B12, S16 x 6.7B12, S19 x 6.5B12 (FUJINON) YH14 x 7.3K12, YH18 x 6.7K12 (CANON) : AA-P250 : MV-P615 : KA-A50 EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS (unit
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    14. OTHERS 95
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    VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED ® is a registered trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. ® is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries. © 1999 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan SC96874-003 GY-DV500 @DV CAMCORDER
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GY-DV500
SC96874-003
DV CAMCORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
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For Customer Use :
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Model No. GY-DV500
Serial No.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating
this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS,
INDICATORS AND
CONNECTORS
BASIC SYSTEM
CONNECTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
POWER SUPPLY
PREPARATIONS
SETTING AND
ADJUSTMENTS
BEFORE SHOOTING
SHOOTING
OPERATION
PLAYBACK MODE
TIME CODE
OPERATION
S.S.F. (Super Scene
Finder)
USING EXTERNAL
COMPONENTS
SETUP MENU
OTHERS
FEATURES OF THE
CAMERA SECTION