JVC GY-DV300U, GY-DV300REM - Remote Controllable Dv Camcorder, GY-DV300 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DV CAMCORDER
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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DV CAMCORDER DV CAMKORDER CAMESCOPE DV
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-DV300 Camcorder.
These instructions are for the GY-DV300E.
The instructions are given in three languages: English from page E-2 to E-107, German from page G-2 to G-107, French from page F-2 to F-107.
This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corresponding European Directives. This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be used in the following environments:
residential area (in houses) or rural area
commercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres
urban outdoors
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electromagnetic compatibilitiy we recommend to use cables not exceeding the following length:
Caution : Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for example near a radio or TV
transmitter, transformer, motor , etc., the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case, please keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.
Port Cable Lenght
DC IN Exclusive Cable 1.9 meters VIDEO OUT Shielded Cable 5 meters Y/C OUT Exclusive Cable 3 meters LINE OUT CH-1CH-2 Shielded Cable 3 meters
Port Cable Lenght
EARPHONE Shielded Cable 1 meters DV Exclusive Cable 4.5 meters MIC1 Shielded Cable 0.3 meters MIC2 Shielded Cable 0.3 meters
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1. Read all of these instructions.
2. Save these instructions for later use.
3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5. Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
6. Do not use this appliance near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
7.
Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
9.
This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
10. This appliance system is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third (grounding) pin). This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
11. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will 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 outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
15.
Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.
16. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance. c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the appliance to normal operation. e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTE :
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the body.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This unit should be used with 7V DC only. CAUTION: To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user servicea-ble parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER LES RISQUES DINCENDIE OU D
ELECTR
OCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.
Ce magnétoscope ne doit
être utilisé que sur du courant direct en 7V. ATTENTION : Afin deviter tout resque dincendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas utillser d’autres sources d’alimentation électrique
.
REMARQUE :
La plaque didentification (num
éro de série) se
trouve sur le panneau arri
ère de lappareil.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FOR USA AND CANADA
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AUTION :
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and main­tenance (servicing) instructions in the litera­ture accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dan­gerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to consti­tute a risk of electric shock to persons.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfull interfrence to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER
S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE
THE EQUIPMENT.
INFORMATION FOR USA
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PAR T 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS : (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA) RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil num
érique de la Class B est conforme
à
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAUTION
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the body.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. This unit should be used with 7V DC only. CAUTION: To prevent electric shoc ks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user servicea-ble parts inside. Refer servicing to qual­ified service personnel.
AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER LES RISQUES DINCENDIE OU D
ELECTR
OCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE. Ce magnétoscope ne doit
être utilisé que sur du courant direct en 7V. ATTENTION : Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas utillser d’autres sources dalimentation électrique
.
REMARQUE :
La plaque didentification (num
éro de série) se trouve
sur le panneau arri
ère de lappareil.
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MAIN FEATURES
Newly developed built-in 12-bit DSP employed for high-quality picture
High quality picture with 400% dynamic range
Compact, lightweight design
DV high-quality digital format
The 4:1:1 (U MODEL)/4:2:0 (E MODEL), 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital signal processing of the format ensures recording and playback with high picture quality.
High sound quality thanks to PCM audio Two types of sampling, 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling and 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling, ensure high-quality digital audio.
Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality picture Three 1/3" CCDs with 380,000 (U MODEL)/ 440,000 (E MODEL) effective pixels employed. Digital processing for high quality picture reproduction.
Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination eliminating the need for extra illumination.
LOLUX for 2.65 lux (F1.6) illumination Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +24 dB gain. This is ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no illumination.
Zebra pattern video level indication on monitor screen
Built-in color bar (SMPTE type)(U MODEL)/(EBU type)(E MODEL)
Aspect ratio switchable between standard and wide-screen Menu allows screen format setting to be switched between 4:3 format and LETTER BOX-screen (16:9).
Time code reader/generator Recording of SMPTE (U MODEL)/EBU(E MODEL)time code possible.
Edit search function for convenient recording review
Variable scan shutter Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than NTSC (U MODEL)/PAL (E MODEL), such as computer monitor screens. Copes with the range from 60.6 Hz to 2084.6 Hz
(U MODEL)/50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz (E MODEL).
DV (i. LINK) connector DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data to other equipment provided with DV connector.
Built-in camera-shake compensation function
Built-in 2.5" color LCD display
Network connection possible (requires
installation of the optional network pack KA­DV300) This allows audio and video streaming data to be transmitted via LAN card or the data can be recorded on a memory card.
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Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV300.
These instructions are for the GY-DV300.
This camcorder is a MiniDV video system for­mat camcorder. Videocassettes that are not marked with the MiniDV symbol cannot be used with this unit.
The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other units (including an­other GY-DV300) are recorded or played back on this camcorder.
The transient section between scenes re­corded on other units and those recorded on this unit may appear disturbed.
Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking errors.
In the case of important recordings, do not record within the first 2 to 3 minutes from the beginning of the tape.
Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a test recording and confirm that both video and audio are recorded correctly.
We recommend using the
SP mode for
recording important scenes.
Recorded video and audio contents are for private use. Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.
JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the videocassette.
About the LP Mode
Recording and playback quality in the LP mode is easily affected by the condition of the tape and the environment of use. Mosaic-like noise may appear in the playback picture and the sound may drop out at times, etc. The picture may also be disturbed at the transient sections between scenes.
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Precautions for Proper Use
Supply voltage Make sure that the power is between 6 V and 12 V DC. If the power voltage is too low, abnormal colour and increased noise may occur. Do not exceed 12 V DC in any case, or the unit could be damaged.
Allowable ambient temperature and humidity Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature range of 0
°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of 30% to 80%. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction but the impact on the CCD elements could be serious as small white spots may be generated. When storing the GY-DV300 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be
–20°C to
60°C.
Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the colours may be incorrect if the camera is used near a radio or television transmitting antenna, in places where strong electromagnetic waves are generated by transformers, motors, etc., or near devices emitting radio waves, such as transceivers or cellular phones.
If a transceiver or cellular telephone is used closed to the GY-DV300 while the camera-shake compensation function is in use, the camera image may flicker due to the influence of emitted electromagnetic waves.
Use of wireless microphone near the camera When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner is used near the camera during recording, the tuner could pick up noise.
Avoid using or placing the unit in places;
subject to extreme heat or cold;
with excessive dirt or dust;
with high humidity or moisture;
subject to smoke or vapour such as near a cooking stove;
subject to strong vibrations or on an unstable surface.
also do not leave the unit for long hours in a parked car under direct sunlight or near room heating
equipment.
Protect the unit from being splashed with water (especially when shooting in the rain).
Protect the unit from being wet when shooting on a beach.
In addition, salt and sand may adhere to the camera body. Be sure to clean the camera after use.
Protect the unit against penetration of dust when using it in a place subject to sandy dust.
Setup level (U MODEL)
The video signal of the unit
s video output is not provided with a setup level when shipped from the factory. If you want to turn ON the setup level, please set the SET UP item on the SYSTEM menu screen to ON.
Optical performance of lens Due to the optical performance of the lens, color divergence phenomena (magnification chromatic aberration) may occur at the periphery of the image. This is not a camera malfunction.
Use the unit in an upright position. If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate, adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on the circumstances, the tape may also be damaged.
Vibrations Colours may fail to appear during VCR playback in locations subjected to vibrations.
Precautions for transportation Do not drop or hit the unit against a hard object.
Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit.
Do not insert other objects than a videocassette in the cassette insertion slot. Be sure to close the
cassette cover when the unit is not to be used for a long period.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Precautions for Proper Use.............................. 7
Routine and Periodical Maintenance ................ 9
Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape ... 10
Videocassette to be Used ............................... 10
Condensation .................................................. 11
Characteristic CCD Phenomena..................... 11
CONTROLS, INDICA T ORS AND CONNECTORS
Right Side Section .......................................... 12
Rear Section ................................................... 14
Left Side Section ............................................. 18
Front Section ................................................... 20
Top Section ..................................................... 21
Indications on LCD Screen and
Viewfinder Screen ....................................... 22
PREPARATIONS
Basic System .................................................. 32
Power Supply Preparation............................... 33
AC Operation .................................................. 33
Battery Pack Operation ................................... 34
Attaching an External Microphone (optional) .. 36
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Turning the Power ON..................................... 37
Cassette Loading ............................................ 38
LCD Screen Adjustment ................................. 39
Adjustment the Viewfinder............................... 40
Setting, Displaying and Recording
the Date and Time....................................... 41
Charging the Built-in Battery ........................... 44
Setting, Displaying and Recording
the Time Code............................................. 45
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
Shooting Mode (AUTO/MANUAL) Selection ... 47
Audio Input Signal Selection ........................... 49
Audio Monitor Selection .................................. 51
Focus Mode Selection..................................... 52
Angle of View (Zoom In/Zoom Out)................. 53
Menu Screen Settings..................................... 54
SHOOTING
Basic Recording Operation ............................. 57
Viewing the Recorded Scene (Edit Search).... 59
If the Unit is Left in Recording-Standby Mode .. 60
Recording the Color Bar ................................. 61
Using the AE Function .................................... 62
MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS
Manual Focus Adjustment............................... 63
Using ND Filter................................................ 65
Obtaining Natural Tint (White Balance)........... 66
Manual Iris Adjustment ................................... 68
Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment ................. 70
Manual Gain Adjustment................................. 72
Displaying Zebra Patterns for Adjustment....... 75
Manual Adjustment of the Audio
Recording Level .......................................... 76
Disabling Operation of the Camera-Shake
Compensation Function .............................. 78
Adjusting the Quality of Camera Image .......... 79
PLAYBACK
Playback of Tape............................................. 80
Blank Search................................................... 81
Adjusting the Playback Sound Volume ........... 82
Outputting CH-3/CH-4 Channel Sound........... 83
EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
Connecting a Video Component with
DV Connector.............................................. 84
MENU SCREEN
MENU Screen Structure ................................. 86
Setting Menu Screens..................................... 88
Contents of Menu Screens ............................. 90
TOP MENU Screen ..................................... 90
SYSTEM Menu Screen ............................... 91
DISPLAY Menu Screen............................... 94
CAMERA Menu Screen............................... 96
OPERATION Menu Screen......................... 98
CLOCK/TC Menu Screen............................ 99
VTR Menu Screen....................................... 99
TROUBLESHOOTING
Alarm Indications and Actions....................... 100
In case of Difficulty ........................................ 102
OTHERS
Displaying the Hour Meter Display................ 104
Specifications ................................................ 105
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Routine and Periodical Maintenance
The GY-DV300 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which will collect dirt, wear out and deteriorate as the unit is used. On the other hand, when the unit has been used for a long period in a normal environment, the heads, drums and tape transport mechanisms also accumulate dirt that is deposited on them. Furthermore, dust which penetrates the inside of the VCR section especially during outdoor use will promote the wear and deterioration of mechanical parts by causing poor contact between tape and heads or failure to maintain the video and audio quality at high levels. T o prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using a head cleaning tape as routine maintenance. However, as cleaning with a head cleaning tape alone is not enough for cleaning the entire tape transport mechanism, it is also recommended to apply periodical maintenance (inspection) to prevent troubles that may be caused by the sudden occurrence of failure. As the replacement, adjustment and servicing of parts require advanced skill and equipment, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.
Head Cleaning
To maintain beautiful video and sound, be sure to use a head cleaning tape to clean the head periodically. (Read Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape on page 10.) If head cleaning is not performed periodically, a type of mosaic noise called block noise may appear in the picture or sound may be interrupted.
Use the optional head cleaning tape M-DV12CL. Do not use other than the designated head cleaning tapes. For instructions on how to use the head cleaning tape and precautions for its use, read Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape on page 10.
When dirt adheres to the video heads of the GY­DV300, the warning message
HEAD
CLEANING REQUIRED!
appears on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen during edit search in the recording mode and during playback.
Block Noise
Periodical Maintenance
Contents: Check o r replace the following mechanical
parts according to the running time.
Running Time
500H
1000H 1500H
2000H
Drum assembly

(including heads) Head cleaner  Tape guides & rollers

Rotary encoder Belts & gears Drive parts 
: Clean, check and adjust.: Clean and check. Replace as required.: Replace.
The maintenance contents vary depending on the operating environment and method. Therefore, the above data should be considered as a reference.
Time management
The accumulated running time of the unit can be confirmed with the hour meter display (which shows the accumulated drum running time). For details, see Displaying the Hour Meter Display
on page
104.
For consultations related to the maintenance programming or cost, please contact the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.
HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!
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CAUTION
Precautions for Proper Use (Cont
d)
Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at the sun or other strong light source
Eye damage could result.
If the lens or viewfinder is left pointed at the sun, rays may collect inside the unit and cause
damage or a fire.
When carrying the camera, be sure to hold the carrying handle. Holding the LCD door, lens or viewfinder may result in damage.
INTRODUCTION
Do not set the POWER switch to OFF or remove the power cord during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape may be damaged.
When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF in order to reduce power consumption.
Cleaning the camera body: Wipe the body with a dry, soft cloth. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wring it out and then wipe. T o prevent deformation of the body, etc. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow volatile liquids such as benzene and thinner to contact the body, and do not wipe it with a cloth soaked in such a liquid.
The camera may be unstable for a few seconds immediately after the power is turned on, but this is not a malfunction.
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Condensation
If the unit has been cooled down in a cold place and is then carried to a warm place, the moisture contained in the warm air may adhere to the head drum or tape guides and be cooled into water droplets. This phenomenon is referred to as condensation (dewing). When this occurs, the head drum and tape guides are covered with droplets allowing the tape to stick to them, leading to tape damage.
Condensation occurs in the following cases:
When the unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place.
When a room heater has
just started or when the unit is exposed directly to cold air from an air conditioner.
When the unit is placed in a very humid place.
Do not leave the videocassette inserted when moving the camera under conditions where the temperature environment changes. After moving the unit, do not use until the internal parts have stabilized.
When condensation occurs in this unit, the
VTR
WARNING (DEW)
appears on the LCD screen
and the viewfinder screen.
To remedy , leave the unit with the power ON and wait until the WARNING indicator disappears.
Prevention of condensation When quickly transporting the GY-DV300 from a cold to a warmer place, first take out the cassette. Then place the GY-DV300 in a plastic bag and seal it before transporting the camera. Leave the GY-DV300 in the sealed plastic bag until the camera has the same temperature as the surroundings. This will prevent condensation.
Monitor screen
Smear (Vertical pale streaking appearing at high luminous object)
High luminous object (Electric light, sunlight, etc.)
Blooming (Blurring in highlight)
Videotape
Head drum
VTR WARNING (DEW)
Characteristic CCD Phenomena
Smear and Blooming
Due to the physical structure of a CCD it is possible to induce vertical streaking (called
smear) when shooting an extremely bright light source. Another effect is the expansion of light around a bright light or object (called
blooming). The CCD employed in this unit is characterized by inducing very little smear or blooming. Nevertheless, please be careful when shooting a bright light source.
Moire or Aliasing
Shooting stripes or fine patterns may cause a jagged effect or a banding in fine mesh patterns.
White dots
High temperatures can cause CCD sensor pixels to malfunction with the effect of white dots in the image. This condition is conspicuous especially when gain is applied. This is a characteristic of the charged-couple device (CCD). As far as possible, use the unit under conditions where the temperature of the unit does not increase.
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Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape
Use the separately sold head cleaning tape M­DV12CL. Adhere to the following precautions when using the head cleaning tape.
1.
The tape runs for 10 seconds at a time in the PLAY mode. (The tape stops automatically and the unit enters the STOP MODE.)
Set the MODE switch on the unit to
VTR.
Press the BAR (f/ w) button after the cleaning tape is fully loaded.
2.
Do not use the tape more than four times at the most for each cleaning.
3.
The cleaning tape can be used approximately 100 times.
Use the following chart as a guide for periodical
head cleaning.
Note 1) When used in a low humidity environment
(10% RH to 30% RH), head cleaning should be conducted at intervals half of those given in the above chart.
Note 2) If an ME80 tape is used immediately after
head cleaning, the VTR WARNING (HEAD) indicator may remain on. In this case, let the tape run as the indicator will turn off after the tape has run for a while.
Note 3) Use the cleaning tape at room temperature
(10°C to 35°C).
Note 4) The cleaning tape case contains instructions
for use of the cleaning tape. However, some of these instructions differ from the contents given in this document. When using the cleaning tape, please follow the instructions of this document.
Note 5) Perform head cleaning before using the
GY-DV300 in the LP mode.
Operating Low temperature Room temperature High temperature environment 0°C to 10°C10°C to 35°C35°C to 40°C
Yardstick for 1 to 2 times 1 to 2 times 1 to 2 times use of cleaning every 5 hours every 20 to 30 hours every 5 hours tape
Use JVC videocassette tapes marked with MiniDV for this unit. Please use DVM60 or DVM30 type videocassettes.
Malfunctions may occur if a DVM80 videocassette is used in the LP mode.
When recording in the LP mode, use videocassettes bearing the
LP
Mode mark on the package. The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded in the LP mode are attempted played back on another set.
Noise may appear in the picture and sound
The sound may fall out and the picture may fail
to appear
The tape counter indication may be irregular
Please play back a tape that is recorded in the LP mode on the unit on which the tape was recorded. Also, these tapes cannot be played back on digital video units that do not support the LP mode.
Videocassettes cannot be used upside down.
Videocassette to be Used
Avoid storing a videocassette with unevenly wound tape, as this may damage the tape. Rewind it to the beginning before placing a cassette into storage.
Store videocassettes in a place with little humidity and good ventilation where mould does not form.
After a videocassette tape has been used repeatedly, it becomes unable to maintain full performance due to an increase in noise caused by dropouts, etc. Do not continue to use a dirty or damaged tape, as this will reduce the rotary head life.
Videocassette tapes marked MiniDV are provided with a switch on the back for use in preventing accidental erasure.
Slide the switch to
SA
VE to protect the required
recording in the tape from being overwritten.
To record on the tape, slide the switch to
REC.
REC
SAVE
Switch
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6 [FOCUS PUSH AUTO] Focus push auto button
Pressing this button when the MANUAL mode is selected for the focus adjustment engages the forced auto focus mode as long as the button is pressed. When the button is released, the manual mode is restored. When the [FOCUS] switch 5 is set to “AUTO”, this button does not work.
7 [CH1/CH2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH-1/CH-2 audio
recording level controls
Used to adjust the recording level of the CH-1 and CH-2 audio channels. T o use these controls to adjust the audio level, set the CH1 AUDIO LEVEL or CH2 AUDIO LEVEL item to MANUAL on the OPERATION menu screen. Rotating clockwise increases the recording level. The recording level meter is displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
8 LCD door
This is the door behind which the LCD screen is located. The LCD screen can be viewed when the door is open. This door can be turned to face the LCD screen toward the lens (vertically inverted image) or downward. (
See page 39.)
9 LCD door lock release button
Slide the button toward the rear side to open the LCD door.
0 Viewfinder
Displays the camera image and the playback picture. The brightness and color saturation of the viewfinder screen can be adjusted on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. The viewfinder can be turned approximately 75 degrees upward.
A Viewfinder diopter adjustment knob
Knob for adjusting until the viewfinder screen image is clearly visible. Raise the viewfinder to facilitate the adjustment.
B Tally lamp
This lamp lights up red when the GY-DV300 is in the recording mode. It blinks slowly when the battery pack is exhausted and when there is about 3 minutes or less tape remaining. When the tape has run out, or the VTR enters the warning mode, it blinks quickly. Use the TALL Y item on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen to select whether or not the lamp should light during recording. (
See page 92.)
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Right Side Section
1 FOCUS ring
Manual focus ring. Set the FOCUS switch 5 to “MANUAL” before turning this ring to adjust the focus manually. If the FOCUS switch is set to
AUT
O, this ring
will not work.
2 [ND. FILTER] ND-filter switch
Turns the built-in ND-filter ON or OFF . When the shooting conditions are too bright during outdoor shooting, set this switch to
ON.
This will adjust the quantity of light to approximately 1/32. When this switch is ON, the
ND indicator is shown
on the LCD screen. (
See page 24.)
3 [IRIS] IRIS adjustment dial
Dial for manual adjustment of iris. To allow iris adjustment with this dial, set the IRIS item to MANUAL on the OPERATION menu screen. When the MANUAL mode is selected for the iris adjustment, this dial can be rotated to move the iris from fully opened to fully closed. Rotating the dial upward opens the iris, and rotating it downward closes the iris.
When the AUTO mode is selected for the iris adjustment, this dial can be rotated to adjust the iris from +3 steps to
–3 steps from the auto iris condition. Rotating the dial upward opens the iris, and rotating it downward closes the iris. (See OPERA TION Menu Screen on page 98.)
4 [IRIS PUSH AUTO] Iris push auto button
Pressing this button when the MANUAL mode is selected for the iris adjustment engages the forced auto iris mode as long as the button is pressed. When the button is released, the manual mode is restored. When the AUTO mode is selected for the iris adjustment, this button does not work.
5 [FOCUS] Focus switch
This is used to switch between AUTO and MANUAL focus adjustment. Set this switch to
MANU when the focus ring
1 should be used to adjust the focus.
PROFESSINAL
DV CAMCORDER GY-DV300
IRIS
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
ND FILTER
ON
OFF
FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
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connector.
I [GAIN] Sensitivity selector button
This button is for manual adjustment of sensitivity. It works when the AE item is set to OFF on the OPERATION menu screen.
When the AE (Auto Exposure) function is OFF and this button is pressed, the condition of the current gain setting is shown on the LCD screen or the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds. In this condition, it possible to set the gain setting of the GY-DV300. Gain is set by rotating the SELECT dial L. Rotating the dial upward moves gain in the plus direction, and rotating it downward moves it in the minus direction. When rotation of the dial stops, the set gain is indicated for about 3 seconds. [The variable range is
–3 dB to +18 dB (1 dB
step)]
Pressing the button for 1 second or more engages the LOLUX mode.
J [SHUTTER] Shutter speed selector button
This button is for manual adjustment of the shutter speed.
It works when the AE item on the OPERATION menu screen is set to OFF. Using the SHUTTER item on the OPERATION menu screen, select the shutter speed mode as STEP or VARIABLE. Set to VARIABLE when shooting computer display screens.
When the button is pressed in MANUAL mode, the current shutter speed setting is shown on the LCD screen or the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds. In this condition, it possible to set the shutter speed of the GY-DV300. The shutter speed is set by rotating the SELECT dial L. When rotation of the dial stops, the set shutter speed is indicated for about 3 seconds. [Variable range (U MODEL) STEP: 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000,
1/2000
VARIABLE: 1/60.1 to 1/2084.6]
[Variable range (E MODEL)
STEP: 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000,
1/2000
VARIABLE: 1/50.1 to 1/2067.8]
K [MENU] Menu button
Press this button for 1 second or more to display the MENU setting screen. The MENU setting screen is shown on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen. When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen is set to MIX, the MENU setting screen can also be output for display via the VIDEO OUT or Y/C OUT connector. Selections and settings in the menu are performed with the SELECT dial L. The normal screen returns when this button is pressed while the MENU setting screen is displayed.
L SELECT dial
When gain and shutter adjustment is set to the MANUAL mode, this dial is rotated to set the gain or shutter speed.
When the white balance adjustment is set to the MANUAL mode, the white balance setting mode can be selected by rotating this dial. [Variable range: PRESET, MEMORY 1, 2, 3]
When the MENU setting screen is displayed, this dial is used to select and set items in the menu. To confirm menu items and set values, press the dial.
M [CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO] CH-1/CH-2 audio input
selector switch
Used to select the audio source input to the CH­1/CH-2 channel. Separate inputs can be selected for the CH-1/CH-2 channels.
MIC 1: The sound from the built-in microphone
or from the MIC 1 input connector is input. Select the input from the built-in microphone or from the MIC 1 input connector with the MIC1 INPUT SEL item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen.
MIC 2: The sound from the MIC 2 input
connector is input.
N [MONITOR] Audio monitor selector switch
Selects the monitor sound heard from the EARPHONE jack X or the built-in speaker.
CH-1 : CH-1 audio signal CH-2 : CH-2 audio signal MIX : Mixed signal consisting of the CH-1 and
CH-2 audio signals.
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Rear Section
POWER
OFF
ON
MODE
PUSH
CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
AUDIO
MONITOR
MIC1 MIC2
CH-2CH-1
CH-2
MIX
CH-1
GAIN
CAM-A
BAR
AW
FWD
REV
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C [POWER] POWER switch
Turn the power ON and OFF with this switch.
D Battery holder (U MODEL)
Mount the provided battery pack BN-V428 here. (
See page 34.)
D Battery holder (E MODEL)
Mount the optional battery pack BN-V416 or BN­V428 here. (
See page 34.)
The BN-V416 battery pack cannot be used when the optional Network Pack KA-DV300 is used.
E Battery lock release button
Press this button to remove the battery pack.
F [DC INPUT] DC connector
Power input connector for 7 V DC. Accepts the optional AC adapter AA-P30. The power range is 6 V to 12 V.
G REC Start/Stop button
This button starts and stops recording. When the GY-DV300 is in the shooting mode, pressing this button starts the recording. Pressing the
button during a recording engages the recording-pause (standby) mode.
H [MODE] Mode selector switch
Set in accordance with the operating mode of the GY-DV300. When used in the shooting mode, the switch is set to
CAM-A or CAM-B. When used in the VTR playback mode, it is set to VTR. When set to CAM-A or CAM-B in the shooting mode, two separate sets of setting values for recording can be set by means of the menu screens.
CAM-A: In this position, shooting takes
place in accordance with the conditions set for
CAM-A on the
menu screen.
CAM-B: In this position, shooting takes
place in accordance with the conditions set for
CAM-B on the
menu screen.
VTR : Set to this position when performing
VTR playback. Also set to this position to record the video signal input from the DV
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Pressing this button simultaneously with the REV button R during stop in the VTR playback mode initiates the blank search mode (for locating the end point of recordings).
R [REV] REVERSE/REW button
Pressing this button in the shooting mode engages playback in reverse direction at normal speed for as long as the button is pressed. When the button is released, the recording-standby mode is engaged.
Pressing this button in the VTR playback mode during stop or fast forward operation initiates the rewind mode. Pressing this button during playback, still picture playback, or forward search initiates reverse search.
S LCD monitor screen
Shows a color camera image or the VTR playback picture. It is also used for displaying the following:
Menu setting screens
Characters showing the whether the GY-
DV300 is set to shooting mode or VTR playback mode
Date and time and time code
Audio level meter
Warning indications, etc.
For details,
see page 22.
The angle of the LCD screen can be rotated
to make the LCD screen face toward the lens or downward.
The brightness and color saturation can be
adjusted and set on the DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen.
T Built-in speaker
Outputs the VTR playback sound. The playback sound level is adjusted with the ZOOM/Playback sound level adjustment lever a. The monitor sound is not output in the shooting mode. The audio from the loudspeaker is not output when an earphone is plugged into the EARPHONE jack X. (
See page 82.)
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Rear Section (cont’d)
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O [BAR] Color bar/Playback & still button
Pressing this button in the shooting mode switches the setting between color bar output and camera image output.
Pressing this button in the VTR playback mode starts playback. Pressing this button during playback engages the playback mode.
Pressing this button during playback engages the still picture mode.
P [AW] White balance/Stop button
Used when white balance adjustment is performed in the shooting mode. To use this button for white balance adjustment, the WHITE BALANCE item on the OPERATION menu screen should be set to PUSH AUTO. When this button is pressed, the current white balance setting mode is displayed for about 3 seconds on the LCD screen or the viewfinder screen after which white balance adjustment of the GY-DV300 becomes possible. The white balance adjustment setting mode is selected by rotating the SELECT dial L. When rotation of the dial stops, the selected
LCD door storage compartment
setting mode is displayed for about 3 seconds. When the button is then pressed for 1 second or more, the white balance adjustment starts. [Variable range: PRESET, MEMORY 1, 2, 3]
Memo:
The PRESET mode is fixed at 3200 K (colour temperature). Even if the AW button is pressed, white balance adjustment is not performed.
Pressing this button in the VTR playback mode engages the Stop mode.
Q [FWD] FORWARD/FF button
Pressing this button in the shooting mode engages playback in forward direction at normal speed for as long as the button is pressed. When the button is released, the recording-standby mode is engaged.
Pressing this button in the VTR playback mode during stop or rewind operation initiates the fast forward mode. Pressing this button during playback, still picture playback, or reverse search initiates forward search mode.
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The playback sound from the built-in speaker is not output when an earphone is plugged into this jack.
Y [DV] DV connector (U MODEL)
Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can be connected here. To record DV signals (IEEE1394 signals) from this connector, the MODE switch H should be set to “VTR”.
Y [DV] DV connector (E MODEL)
Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can be connected here. This connector is used for output of the DV signal or input the VCR contorl signal from the digital video component with DV connector. The use this connector, set the MODE switch
H to VTR”.
Z Cassette cover
Sliding the EJECT switch located on the top section opens this cover to allow insertion or removal of the videocassette. The cover locks into place when it is closed after the cassette holder has been properly locked. (
See page
38.)
[ Microphone holder attachment base
Use for attaching an optional microphone holder. Attach the optional microphone holder KA-A33 here. (
See page 36.)
Memo:
When inserting a cassette, push the
PUSH
HERE section on the cassette holder to lock the cassette holder correctly, and then close the cassette cover.
To prevent foreign matter from penetrating into the interior of the GY-DV300, never leave the unit with this cover left open.
The GY-DV300 does not function if the cassette cover is not closed.
Memo:
The GY-DV300 is not capable of recording DV signals (IEEE1394 signals).
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Left Side Section
U [VIDEO OUT] Video output connector (RCA)
Output connector for composite video signal. Outputs the input video signal and playback picture.
When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen is set to MIX, on­screen-indicators like those shown on the LCD monitor screen can be output (black and white display).
When the SETUP item on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen is set to ON, signals with setup information can be output. (black and white display) (U MODEL)
V [Y/C OUT] Y/C video output connector (4-pin)
Separate YC video signal output connector. Outputs the input video signal and playback picture.
When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen is set to MIX, on­screen-indicators like those shown on the LCD monitor screen can be output (black and white display).
When the SETUP item on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen is set to ON, signals with setup information can be output. (black and white display) (U MODEL)
When the ASPECT item is set to LETTER on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen, an ID signal for identifying the wide-screen aspect is output.
W [CH-1/CH-2 LINE OUT] CH-1/CH-2 audio
output connector (RCA)
Output connector for audio signal. In the shooting mode the input audio signal is output. In the VTR mode the playback sound is output.
X [EARPHONE] Earphone jack
This is a jack for connecting an earphone for monitoring the sound. Plug in an earphone or headphone with a 3.5 mm diameter plug. Monaural sound is output. Select the output sound with the MONITOR switch N. The volume of the monitor sound in the shooting mode is set with the EARPHONE LEVEL item on the TOP MENU screen.
MIC 2 IN
MIC 1 IN
Y/C OUT
VIDEO OUT
LINE
OUT
CH-1CH-2
EARPHONE
DV
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Top Section
a ZOOM/Playback sound level adjustment
lever
This works as the zoom lever in the shooting mode. Pressing the lever in the T direction narrows the lens angle perspective for telephoto shots. Pressing it in the W direction increases the angle of the lens for a wider shooting angle. The harder the lever is pressed, the quicker the zoom action.
In the VTR playback mode, this lever is used for adjusting the playback sound level. Pressing the lever in the + direction increases the volume level, and pressing in the - direction decreases the level.
b [EJECT] Eject switch
Slide to the side when inserting or ejecting the videocassette. Sliding this button and then opening the cassette cover will eject the cassette.
c [ZOOM] Zoom lever
Lever for zoom operation from the handle top section.
In the shooting mode, pressing this lever in the T direction narrows the lens angle perspective for telephoto shots. Pressing it in the W direction increases the angle of the lens for a wider shooting angle. The zoom speed of this zoom lever is selected with the HANDLE ZOOM item on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen.
d [START/STOP] REC START/STOP button
Button for start and stop of recording from the handle top section. When the GY-DV300 is in the shooting mode, pressing this button starts the recording. Pressing the button during a recording engages the recording-standby mode.
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W
T
T
VOLUME
EJECT
START/
STOP
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Memo:
The audio input channel is selected with the CH-1/CH-2 audio input selector switch M.
To reduce the wind noise of the microphone, set the WIND CUT MIC1/MIC2 item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen to ON.
CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Front Section
\ Built-in microphone
Built-in monaural microphone.
To use this microphone, set the MIC1 INPUT SEL item to INT on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen.
] [MIC 1] Microphone 1 input connector (XLR-
3P)
Connect an external microphone to this connector. Monaural signals are recorded.
To use the microphone connected to this connector, set the MIC1 INPUT SEL item to XLR on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen.
To use a microphone requiring +48 V power supply (phantom microphone), set the +48V MIC1 item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen to ON. This connector will then supply +48 V DC current. When using a microphone other than a phantom microphone, set the +48V MIC1 item to OFF.
` [MIC 2] Microphone 2 input connector (XLR-
3P)
Connect an external microphone to this connector. Monaural signals are recorded.
To use a microphone requiring +48 V power supply (phantom microphone), set the +48V MIC2 item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen to ON. This connector will then supply +48 V DC current. When using a microphone other than a phantom microphone, set the +48V MIC2 item to OFF.
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Normal display in the shooting mode
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No. Item Contents
1 Zoom ratio (Characters, Displayed during zoom operation. The characters indicate the wide-
numeric value) angle (W) and telephoto (T) zoom positions. The numeric value indicates
the approximate zoom ratio.
2 Time code display Shows the time code (hours, minutes, seconds, frames).
Whether this should be displayed can be selected by setting the TIME CODE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
3 Recording time mode Shows the recording speed at the time of the recording.
indication SP : Standard Play mode
LP : Long Play mode When the remaining tape indication is OFF, this indication is shown at
the 4 position.
4 Remaining tape time Indicates the remaining tape amount (minutes) in 1-minute steps.
indication Whether this indication should be ON or OFF can be selected by setting
the TAPE REMAIN item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. * The indication may not appear when a new tape is loaded, after the
tape runs, the indication appears.
5 Remaining battery The remaining battery power is indicated by four different indicators.
power indication
6 Camera-shake Displayed when the camera-shake compensation function is on (OIS
compensation on item on the OPERATION menu screen is set to ON). indication
Blinking indicator
(no remaining
battery power)
Fully charged battery
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
In addition to the E-E picture and the playback picture, the following indications are displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
Status screens (screens for use in checking the current camera settings) Event indications Alarm indications Menu setting screens Auto white balance operation indicator
When the LCD screen is used, the above indicators are not shown on the viewfinder screen. When the LCD screen is faced toward the viewfinder screen side and the LCD door is closed, the above indictors appear on the viewfinder screen.
Status Screens
The contents of the status screens differ in the camera shooting mode and in the VTR playback mode. Also, the items displayed on the status screen differ with the direction that the LCD screen is facing, i.e., toward the viewfinder (normal display) or toward the lens (vertically inverted display).
Normal display in the shooting mode
For a part of the status indicators it is possible to select whether or not the item should be displayed by making a selection on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
Vertically inverted display in the shooting mode
In relation to the normal display, the vertically inverted display is reversed left to right, and only the battery symbol and the recording symbol/pause symbol are displayed.
When the LCD screen is faced toward the lens side and the LCD door is closed, the normal display will be seen.
Battery symbol
VTR operation symbol (Recording or pause)
Indications on LCD Screen and Viewfinder Screen
Memo:
After-images will increase on the LCD screen when used under cold circumstances.
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No. Item Contents
A Shooting mode Indicates whether the shooting mode is AUTO or MANUAL.
indication Å: Displayed when the shooting mode is AUTO (when the MODE item
is set to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen).
˜: Displayed when the shooting mode is MANUAL (when the MODE
item is set to MANUAL on the TOP MENU screen).
B Filter indication ND: Displayed when the ND filter switch is set to ON. C Iris F-value indication Indicates the F-value of the lens in the manual iris adjustment mode
(when the IRIS item is set to MANUAL on the OPERATION menu screen). The indications are: F1.6, F2, F2.8, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16. CLOSE
D Iris compensation –3 ~ ±0 ~ +3: Indicates the compensation value set with the iris
value indication adjustment dial in the auto iris mode.
M: Displayed in the manual iris adjustment mode.
E VTR mode indicators STBY: Recording-standby mode
REC: During recording ED.FWD: During playback in forward direction ED.REV: During playback in reverse direction STOP: Tape protect mode EJECT: During cassette ejection – – –: Tape is not loaded
F Fade indication Displayed when the fade function is ON (when the FADER item is set to
BLACK on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen). BK : Displayed when the FADER item is set to BLACK. (Fade-in and
fade-out from black screen.)
G Audio sampling 32K: Displayed when the AUDIO MODE item is set to 32K on the
frequency indication SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen. (Audio is recorded with 12-bit, 32
kHz sampling.)
48K: Displayed when the AUDIO MODE item is set to 48K on the
SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen. (Audio is recorded with 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling.)
H Audio level meter Indicates the audio levels of CH-1, CH-2.
display These meters are not shown when the AUDIO LEVEL item is set to
OFF on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
I Date and time Shows the date and time.
indication The indication is enabled/disabled by selecting the TIME/DATE item on
the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. The display style is selected by setting the DISP STYLE item. When the date and time are not set, the indication will be as follows.
– – / – – / – – – – : – – : – –
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No. Item Contents
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Manual focus indication
MF: Displayed when manual focusing is enabled (when the FOCUS
switch is set to MANUAL).
8
Manual shutter mode
S: Displayed in the manual shutter mode (when the AE item is set to
indication
OFF on the OPERATION menu screen). This indication is not shown when the shooting mode is AUTO or the AE item is set to ON. It is not shown when the shutter is NORMAL (1/60 (U MODEL)/1/50 (E MODEL)) or gain is set to ALC.
9 Manual gain mode Indicated in the manual gain setting mode (when the AE item is set to
indication OFF on the OPERATION menu screen).
6 dB: The gain value is indicated for anything but 0 dB, LOLUX, or ALC. L: Displayed in LOLUX mode. The indication is not shown when the gain setting is 0 dB or ALC. It is not shown when the shooting mode is AUTO, or the AE item is set to ON.
0 Manual white balance Displayed when manual white balance adjustment is enabled (when
mode indication the WHITE BALANCE item is set to PUSH AUTO on the OPERATION
menu screen). Indicates the white balance setting mode. WBP: White Balance Preset mode (fixed at a colour temperature of
3200 K. Manual white balance adjustment is inhibited.) WB1: White Balance memory 1 mode WB2: White Balance memory 2 mode WB3: White Balance memory 3 mode When WB1, WB2 or WB3 is indicated, manual white balance adjustment is enabled. The result of the white balance adjustment is retained in the indicated memory. It is not shown when the shooting mode is AUTO, or when the WHITE BALANCE item is set to AUTO.
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Indications on LCD Screen and Viewfinder Screen (Cont’d)
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VTR playback mode/IEEE1394 recording mode status indications
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No. Item Contents
1 Audio playback volume Displayed in the VTR mode. Characters indicate the high and low of
indication the playback volume.
2 Time code indication The recorded time code data (hours, minutes, seconds, frames) are
shown here in the playback mode. The indication is turned ON/OFF by setting the TIME CODE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
3 Recording/playback The mode in which the tape was recorded is displayed during playback.
speed mode indication SP: Standard Play mode
LP: Long Play mode When the remaining tape time indication is set to OFF, this indication is shown at the position indicated by 4.
4 Remaining tape time Indicates the remaining tape time in 1-minute steps.
indication The indication is turned ON/OFF by setting the TAPE REMAIN item on
the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. * The indication may not appear when a new tape is loaded, after the
tape runs, the indication appears.
5 Remaining battery The remaining battery power is indicated by four different indicators.
power indication
Blinking indicator
(no remaining battery power)
Fully charged battery
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Vertically inverted display indications in the shooting mode
Remaining battery power indication The remaining battery power is indicated by four different indicators.
: Fully charged battery
: Remaining battery power is low
: No remaining battery power
(blinking) VTR operation mode indication
symbol: During recording w symbol: In recording-standby mode
CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Indications on LCD Screen and Viewfinder Screen (Cont’d)
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Event Indications
When the gain and shutter speed are changed manually, the set condition is displayed for about 3 seconds at the time the change is made.
Event display area
Event display area
Set Condition Contents of Indication
When the gain value is changed GAIN –3 dB to 18 dB (1 step) When the LOLUX gain mode is selected LOLUX When the shutter speed is changed SHUTTER 1/100, 1/250. 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
(U MODEL) 1/120, 1/250. 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
(E MODEL)
When the variable shutter speed is changed V.SHUTTER 1/60.1 - 1/2084.6 (U MODEL)
1/50.1 - 1/2067.8 (E MODEL)
When the shutter is NORMAL (shutter speed: 1/60)
SHUTTER NORMAL
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No. Item Contents
6 VTR mode indication Indicates status of VTR operation.
(STOP , PLAY, FF , REW , EJECT, STBY, FWD, REV , BSRH)
7 DV signal indication DV : Displayed when IEEE1394 signal is recorded from the DV
(U MODEL) connector.
8 Audio sampling The audio sampling frequency by which the recording was made is
frequency indication displayed during playback. (32K, 48K, 44.1K)
9 Audio level meters The playback audio level meters are displayed during playback.
display These are not shown when the AUDIO LEVEL item is set to OFF on the
DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
0 Date and time Recorded data is show during playback, fast forward and rewind
indication operations.
During recording, the data from the DV connector is shown. The current data is shown in the stop mode. The indication is enabled/disabled by selecting the TIME/DATE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. The display style is selected by setting the DISP STYLE item. When the date and time are not set, the indication will be as follows.
– – / – – / – – – – : – – : – –
VOL.
DV
PLAY
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Indications on LCD Screen and Viewfinder Screen (Cont’d)
(U MODEL)
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MENU Setting Screen
Used for making a variety of settings. See
MENU
Setting Screen on page 86.
AUTO WHITE and the result of the operation are displayed when the auto white balance adjustment is performed. See Auto White Balance Adjustment on page 66.
AUTO
WH I T E
OPERATION
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MENU
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Alarm indications
Alarm indications are displayed under the following circumstances. The warning messages are shown blinking.
When remaining battery power or remaining tape is low.
Improper operation attempted.
Abnormality generated in the GY-DV300.
Warning indication area
Warning indication area
Warning Indication Contents
TAPE NEAR END Displayed when the remaining tape is 3 minutes or less in the shooting
mode. It is not shown in the playback mode.
TAPE END Displayed when the tape has run out. TAPE BEGIN Displayed when the tape is at the beginning position. LOW VOLT AGE Displayed when remaining battery power becomes low. CLOSE CASSETTE COVER!
Displayed when operation is attempted while the cassette cover is open.
NO TAPE Displayed when no videocassette is inserted and the VTR trigger button
is pressed.
REC INHIBIT Displayed when an unrecordable videocassette (the switch on the back
of the cassette is set to
SA
VE) is loaded. 1394 INHIBIT (U MODEL) Displayed if an attempt to record is made when no DV signal is input. COPY INHIBIT Displayed when attempt to record a copy-guard protected signal is made. CASSETTE COVER OPEND!
Displayed when the cassette cover was opened during recording.
CASS.CARRIAGE UNLOCK
Displayed when the cassette cover is closed but the cassette holder is
not locked. VTR WARNING [DEW] Displayed when condensation occurs in the unit. HEAD CLEANING Displayed in case of video head clogging.
REQUIRED! VTR WARNING (HARD) Lights when abnormality occurs in the unit. VTR WARNING (TAPE) Displayed when the tape is cut.
CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
Indications on LCD Screen and Viewfinder Screen (Cont’d)
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PROFESSINAL
DV CAMCORDER GY-DV300
IRIS
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
ND FILTER
ON
OFF
FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
OPEN
PREPARATIONS
Basic System
MICROPHONE
MV-P615
MIC HOLDER
IEEE1394 CABLE
4P
IEEE1394 CABLE
4P
4P
6P
NETWORK PACK
KA-DV300
PC
VIDEO LIGHT
TELE CONVERSION LENS
WIDE CONVERSION LENS
DV CAMCORDER
TRIPOD
AC ADAPTER/ BATTERY CHARGER AA-P30
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY P ACK BN-V416
AC
BATTERY P ACK (Large-capacity) BN-V428
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PROFESSINAL
DV CAMCORDER GY-DV300
IRIS
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
ND FILTER
ON
OFF
FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
OPEN
PREPARATIONS
Basic System
MICROPHONE
MV-P615
MIC HOLDER
IEEE1394 CABLE
4P
IEEE1394 CABLE
4P
4P
6P
NETWORK PACK
KA-DV300
PC
VIDEO LIGHT
TELE CONVERSION LENS
WIDE CONVERSION LENS
DV CAMCORDER
TRIPOD
ACCESSORY KIT
AC ADAPTER/BATTERY CHARGER AA-P30
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY P ACK BN-V428
AC
U
E
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Battery pack
Connector
Battery Pack Operation
PREPARATIONS
Power Supply Preparation (cont
d)
Use the provided battery pack BN-V428 for battery pack operation. (U MODEL) Use the optional battery pack BN-V416 or BN-V428 for battery pack operation. (E MODEL) The BN-V416 battery pack cannot be used when the optional Network Pack KA-DV300 is used. (E MODEL)
Before use the battery pack should be charged using the provided AC Adapter/Charger AA-P30.
1.
Plug the AC cable of the AC Adapter/Charger into an AC outlet. The POWER lamp illuminates.
2.
While pushing the battery pack down, slide it in the direction of the arrow to mount it on the AC Adapter/Charger. Charging starts, and the CHARGE lamp blinks green. It changes to light steadily when charging is completed.
3.
When charging is completed, remove the battery by sliding it in the opposite direction of the mounting direction.
*
For details, see the instruction manual for the AA-P30.
Charging the Battery Pack
POWER lamp
Battery pack
AC cord
AC outlet
AA-P30
CHARGE lamp 1
If the DC cable is connected to the GY-DC300,
unplug the cable.
1.
Hold the battery pack with the connector side facing the GY-DC300.
2.
While pressing the battery pack against the GY­DC300, slide it downward to attach it to the GY­DV300.
Attaching the Battery Pack on the GY-DV300
Ensure that the POWER switch on the GY-
DV300 is set to OFF.
1.
While pressing the battery lock release button, slide the battery pack upward to remove it.
Detaching the Battery Pack from the GY-DV300
Battery lock release button
CAUTION:
Do not detach the battery pack while recording is taking place.
CHARGE lamp 2
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AC Operation
Use the provided (U MODEL)/optional (E MODEL)AC Adapter/Charger AA-P30 as the AC power supply. The DC INPUT connector on the GY-DV300 accepts power voltage in the range of DC 6V to DC 12V.
PREPARATIONS
Power Supply Preparation
The GY-DV300 is operable with AC power supply or battery pack.
To AC outlet
DC INPUT
connector
POWER lamp
DC cable
AC cord
AA-P30 DC OUTPUT connector
Set the POWER switch on the GY-DV300 to OFF.
If a battery pack is attached to the unit, detach the battery pack.
1.
Plug one end of the DC cable provided with the AC Adapter/Charger into the DC INPUT connector of the GY-DV300, and then connect the other end to the DC OUTPUT connector on the AC Adapter/ Charger.
2.
Plug the AC cable of the AC Adapter/Charger into an AC outlet. The POWER lamp illuminates when power is supplied to the AC Adapter/Charger.
* For details, see the instruction manual for the AA-P30.
CAUTION:
Do not disconnect or connect the DC cable or AC cord while recording is taking place.
Remaining battery power indication when the AC adapter is used
When the optional Network Pack KA-DV300 is connected, the remaining battery power indication for fully charged battery may not be displayed.
POWER switch
Fully charged
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Screw hole
PREPARATIONS
Attaching the Microphone (optional)
Using the optional KA-A33 microphone holder allows the optional microphone MV-P615U (phantom microphone) to be attached. Mount the microphone holder on the microphone holder attachment base on the handle of the GY­DV300.
MIC 1
MIC 2 IN
MIC 1 IN
Y/C OUT
VIDEO OUT
LINE
OUT
CH-1CH-2
EARPHONE
DV
Handle
Microphone holder attachment base
Knob Microphone
holder
Attachment screw
Attachment base
MIC 2
How to Attach
1.
Mount the microphone holder on the microphone holder attachment base on the handle of the GY-DV300.
1 Loosen the attachment screw on the
microphone holder.
2 Fasten the attachment screw on the
microphone holder to secure the holder to the GY-DV300.
2.
Turn the knob on the microphone holder anticlockwise to loosen it and open the microphone holder.
3.
Place the microphone in the microphone holder. Place the microphone toward the front to prevent it from interfering with the cassette cover.
4.
Turn the knob on the microphone holder clockwise to secure the microphone.
5.
Connect the microphone cable to the MIC 1 or MIC 2 input connector on the GY-DV300.
6.
Make sure to perform the correct setting for use of a phantom microphone. (
See page 50.)
Memo:
When using a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector, set the MIC1 INPUT SEL item to XLR on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen.
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Battery Pack Operation (Cont
d)
Remaining Battery Power Indication
Fully charged
TALL Y lamp
LCD screen
Remaining battery power indication
The remaining battery power condition can be checked by the remaining battery power indication on the LCD screen and the TALLY lamp. The battery condition is indicated as shown in the table below. Prepare for battery pack replacement in accordance with the indications.
Indication
LCD Screen
Tally Lamp
After the no remaining battery power warning appears, the GY-DV300 automatically stops operation if the battery power operation is continued.
Remaining battery power is low. Prepare or replace with a fully charged battery pack.
Blinking
No remaining bat­tery power. Immediately replace with a fully charged battery pack.
Slow blinking (1 blink per second)
Operating Time with Battery Pack
When a fully charged battery pack is attached, the approximate continuous operating time is as shown in the table on the left.
Battery operating time may differ depending on the number of times the battery has been charged, charging conditions and the operating environment, etc. Regard the values in the table on the left as approximate reference times.
Operating time is reduced in areas with a cold environment.
Operating time is reduced when the power zoom lens is used frequently and when start/stop of recording is performed frequently.
Battery
Continuous Operating Time (25°C)
Pack
When KA-DV300
GY-DV300 only
in use
BN-V428
Approx. 120 min. Approx. 80 min.
PRECAUTIONS FOR THE BATTERY PACK
When the battery pack is not in use, it must be stored in a cool, dry place. Do not leave the battery pack in a place where it might be subject to high temperatures (under direct sunlight in a car, etc.), as this could cause battery leakage or shorten the service life.
When the terminal section of the battery pack gets dirty, the operating time will be shortened.
If the operating time becomes greatly reduced even immediately after recharging, the service life of the battery pack is nearly finished. Purchase a new battery pack.
Recharging
Recharge the battery pack after completely discharging it. Repeated recharging with residual charge remaining could result in reduced battery capacity.
If the battery capacity is reduced by repeating incomplete recharging, or recharging without discharging, once discharge the battery pack completely, then recharge it to restore the battery capacity.
If the battery pack is recharged with its internal temperature raised immediately after use, recharging may not be performed completely.
Remaining
Battery Power
After the remaining battery power indication starts blinking, recording can be continued for approx. 5 minutes. (when BN-V428 is used)
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CAUTION:
Do not slide the EJECT switch during recording. If the EJECT switch is slid during recording, the tape is ejected.
Do not leave the unit for a long period with the cassette cover open. Dirt or other foreign objects may enter the unit and cause malfunction.
When the cassette tape is inserted, press thePUSH HERE section on the cassette holder
to lock the cassette holder properly. Then close the cassette cover. Refrain from repeatedly raising and lowering the cassette holder when the cassette holder is not completely locked. The tape could become slack as a result of the operation.
Erasure-Prevention Switch Position
REC
CAM A Recording­or standby mode CAM B
VTR STOP mode
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Cassette Loading
W
T
VOLUME
EJECT
EJECT switch
Erasure-prevention switch
Videocassette
Tape window
Cassette cover
Loading the Cassette
Use a videocassette tape marked MiniDV.
T o record, slide the switch on the back for use in preventing accidental erasure to the
REC side.
Remove any the tape slack before loading.
1.
Slide the EJECT switch on the top section of the GY-DV300 and then open the cassette cover.
2.
Insert a videocassette into the cassette slot. With the window in the cassette facing outward and the erasure-prevention switch up, push down on the center section of the cassette back, ensuring that the cassette is inserted straight and all the way.
3.
Slowly push the
PUSH HERE section on the cassette holder with a finger until a click is heard. Confirm that the cassette holder does not come up when you remove your finger.
4.
Gently close the cassette cover by pushing it in all the way.
When the power is turned on, the condition
varies as shown in the following table.
* After the cassette cover is closed, it takes about
11 seconds before the unit can start recording or before it enters the STOP mode.
STOP mode. REC INHIBIT displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
Unloading the Cassette
1.
In the recording-standby or STOP mode, slide the EJECT switch to the side and then fully open the cassette cover.
Tape ejection starts. It takes a few seconds before the cassette is ejected.
2.
Take out the videocassette.
3.
Close the cassette cover.
MODE Switch
Cassette holder
SAVE
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PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Turning the Power ON
POWER
OFF
ON
MODE
PUSH
CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
AUDIO
MONITOR
MIC1 MIC2
CH-2CH-1
CH-2
MIX
CH-1
GAIN
CAM-A
BAR
AW
FWD
REV
POWER
switch
MODE switch
1.
Slide the POWER switch to
ON.
Power is now supplied to the unit.
The GY-DV300 operation mode when the power is turned ON will differ depending on the setting
of the MODE switch as described in the following:
Turning the Power OFF
1.
Place the GY-DV300 in the recording-standby or STOP mode.
2.
Slide the POWER switch to
OFF.
3.
Remove the battery pack or the power supply to the DC INPUT connector. (When the GY-DV300 is not going to be used for at long time.)
MODE Switch Operation Mode
CAM-A or CAM-B
The GY-DV300 starts up be in the shooting mode. The camera image appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV300 enters the recording-standby mode automatically. STBY is displayed in the VTR operation mode indication area on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen. In this condition, press the REC START/STOP button to start recording.
VTR The GY-DV300 starts up in the VTR playback mode. The camera image
does not appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. If videocassette is loaded, the mode will be the STOP mode. “STOP” is indicated in the section for displaying the VTR operation mode on the LCD screen or viewfinder screen.
CAUTION:
Do not set the POWER switch to
OFF while recording is taking place.
Confirm that the STBY or STOP indication is shown in the VTR operation mode indication area before the power is turned off. Should the POWER switch accidentally be set to
OFF during a recording, wait at least 5 seconds
before turning the power on again.
Before the power supply is disconnected, be sure to set the GY-DV300s POWER switch to
OFF”.
If the battery is removed or the power supply from the AC adapter is disconnected while the GY­DV300s POWER switch is set to
ON, the manual mode operation setting values (IRIS, zoom,
gain, shutter speed, white balance, etc.) are not backed up.
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PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Adjusting the Viewfinder
LCD BR
I
DI SPLAY
[
12
]
/
GHTNESS
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
LCD CO
L
OR
LCD PE
A
KING
VF BRI
G
HTNESS
VF COL
O
R
VF PEA
K
ING
NEXT P
A
GE
PAGE B
A
CK
ZEBRA
O
FF
DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen
Underside
Adjusting the Position of the
Viewfinder
To facilitate low-angle shooting, the viewfinder can be turned approximately 75
° upward.
Diopter Adjustment
Move the diopter adjustment knob on the underside of the viewfinder until the viewfinder screen image is clearly visible.
Adjustment of the Viewfinder
Image
Adjustments are made on the DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen. (See Setting Menu Screens
on page 94.)
VF BRIGHTNESS: Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder screen.
VF COLOR: Adjusts the color saturation of the viewfinder screen.
VF PEAKING: Adjusts the contrast of the viewfinder screen.
Diopter adjustment knob
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LCD lock release lever
LCD door
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
LCD Screen Adjustment
The LCD screen
s direction, angle, screen brightness, etc. can be adjusted.
Viewing the LCD Screen
Slide the LCD lock release lever toward the rear side to open the LCD door.
Adjusting the Direction and Angle
of the LCD Screen
With the LCD door in the open condition, rotate the LCD door. It can be turned 180
° in upward direction and 90° in downward direction. When turned 180
° in upward direction, the LCD screen can be viewed from the lens side (vertically inverted image).
Adjusting the LCD Screen
Adjustments are made on the DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen. (See Setting Menu Screens
on page 94.)
LCD BRIGHTNESS: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.
LCD COLOR: Adjusts the color saturation of the LCD screen.
LCD PEAKING: Adjusts the contrast of the LCD screen.
Closing the LCD Screen
Return the direction of the LCD screen to the normal position, and then close it into the camera body.
90° down
180° up
LCD BR
I
DISPLAY
[
12
]
/
GHTNESS
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
LCD CO
L
OR
LCD PE
A
KING
VF BRI
G
HTNESS
VF COL
O
R
VF PEA
K
ING
NEXT P
A
GE
PAGE B
A
CK
ZEBRA
O
FF
DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen
LCD screen
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CLOCK/TC menu screen
CLOCK/TC menu screen
CLOCK ADJUST menu screen
CLOCK ADJUST
Normal screen
TC PRE
S
CLOCK TC/ ET . .
CLOCK
A
DJUST . .
TIME S
T
YLE
2
UR4HO
SE
C
DI
S
PLAY
O
N
DATE S
T
YLE
M
D/YYM/D
PAGE B
A
CK
TC PRE
S
CLOCK TC/ ET . .
CLOCK
A
DJUST . .
TIME S
T
YLE
2
UR4HO
SE
C
DI
S
PLAY
O
N
DATE S
T
YLE
M
D/YYM/D
PAGE B
A
CK
CL OCK ADJ UST
P
A
GE B
A
CK
A
T(EMM
/
DD
/
YY)
10/01/01
D
I
ME
00:00
T
21/30/ 01:30
CL OCK ADJ UST
P
A
GE B
A
CK
A
T(EMM
/
DD
/
YY)
01
D
I
ME
T
Time (Hour, min, sec)
Date (Month, day, year)
Date time indication
(Selected on the
DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen)
1 Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the item
to be set, and then press the SELECT dial.
The setting area of the selected item starts blinking.
2 Rotate the SELECT dial to change the setting, and then press
the SELECT dial.
The setting area stops blinking and the setting is entered.
5.
Display the screen for setting the date and time. Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the CLOCK ADJUST item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The CLOCK ADJUST screen appears.
6.
Set the date and time. The blinking digit is the one to be set.
1 When the SELECT dial is pressed, the blinking digit changes. 2 When the SELECT dial is rotated, the value of the blinking
digit changes. When the SELECT dial is rotated upward, the value becomes higher. When rotated downward, the value becomes smaller.
3 Repeat the procedure described in 1 and 2 above to set
the month, day, year, hours, minutes. The digits indicating seconds cannot be set.
4 Press the SELECT dial in sync with a time signal to enter the
date and time precisely.
7.
When all the settings are completed, rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor with the PAGE BACK item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The CLOCK/TC menu screen returns.
8.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods. Press the MENU button or Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
A
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Setting, Displaying and Recording the Date and Time (cont
d)
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SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
The date and time of the built-in clock should be set. Powered by the built-in rechargeable backup battery, the set date and time data are retained and continue to count even when the power is switched off.
Whether to display the set date and time data on the LCD screen or the viewfinder screen or record it on the tape can be specified by settings on the menu screen.
Setting the Date and Time
MOD E
MENU
M
ALANU
S
Y
STEM
S
ET ..
E
A
RPHON
E
LVELE01
D
I
SPLAY
S
ET. .
C
A
MERA
S
ET [CA -
-
MA.
.
O
P
ERAT
I
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C
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OC K /
T
C
..
M
E
NU A
L
LR
E
SET
C
ELANC
E
X
IT
]
TC PRE
S
CLOCK TC/ ET . .
CLOCK
A
DJUST . .
TIME S
T
YLE
2
UR4HO
SE
C
DI
S
PLAY
O
N
DATE S
T
YLE
M
D/YYM/D
PAGE B
A
CK
Cursor
SELECT dial
MENU button
CLOCK/TC menu screen
The date and time and time code are set on the CLOCK/TC menu screen. Make the settings while observing the LCD screen or a monitor connected to the VIDEO OUT connector. When making the settings while observing a monitor connected to the VIDEO OUT connector, set the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the DISPLAY [2/2] screen menu to MIX.
1.
Set the POWER switch to
ON.
2.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the CLOCK/ TC item, and then press the SELECT dial in the direction of the camera body.
The CLOCK/TC menu screen appears.
4.
Make settings on the CLOCK/TC menu screen. (This includes display style, etc.) DATE STYLE : Selects the style for displaying the date.
YY/MM/DD (Year, month, day) MM/DD/YY (Month, day, year) DD/MM/YY (Day, month, year)
TIME STYLE : The time can be set to display as a 12-hour
or 24-hour clock system.
SEC DISPLAY
: T o select whether or not the second indication
should be displayed on the screen. However, regardless of this setting, the seconds are set when the date and time are set.
Memo:
The TIME STYLE, SEC DISPLAY and DATE STYLE items can also be set or changed after setting of the date and time is completed.
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Setting, Displaying and Recording the Date and Time
TOP MENU screen
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The built-in, rechargeable backup battery retains the date and time and the time code data. The built-in battery is constantly being charge whenever the GY-DV300 is connected to a power supply , but it gradually discharges while the GY-DV300 is disconnected from a power supply . The battery will be fully discharged when the GY-DV300 is not used for about three months, in which case the set date and time and time code data are reset. In this case, recharge the built-in battery and then set the date and time and time code data again. However, it is possible to use the GY -DV300 even if the built-in battery is discharged but the date and time and time code data cannot be recorded.
How to charge
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Charging the Built-in Battery
1.
Connect the provided (U MODEL)/optional (E MODEL) AC adapter AA-P30 to the GY-DV300 and an AC outlet or mount a charged battery on the GY-DV300.
2.
Set the POWER switch on the GY-DV300 to “OFF” or “ON” (charging takes places with the POWER switch set to either of the positions.)
3.
Leave the equipment in this condition for about 4 hours.
The built-in battery will remain charged for about 3 months after being charged for about 4 hours.
DC IN
AC adapter AA-P30
AC outlet
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Displaying the Time and Date on the Screen
Whether or not the time and date should be displayed on the screen is set with the TIME/DATE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. The display style is selected by setting the DISP STYLE item.
DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen
Recording the Date and Time Data
1.
Display the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
1 Select the DISPLAY SET item on the TOP MENU screen. 2 Select the NEXT PAGE item on the DISPLAY [1/2] menu
screen.
2.
Set the TIME/DATE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. DISPLAY : The date and time are displayed on the LCD screen
or the viewfinder screen. The indications are not recorded on the tape.
DISP+REC :The date and time are displayed on the LCD screen
or the viewfinder screen and are recorded on the tape.
OFF :The date and time are not displayed and are not
recorded on the tape.
3.
The display style is selected by setting the DISP STYLE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
DATE+TIME : Both date and time are displayed. DATE :Date only is displayed. TIME : Time only is displayed
Display of date and time in the various operation modes. In shooting mode : The date and time of the internal clock
are displayed.
In VTR playback mode
: The date and time recorded on the tape
are displayed.
In VTR stop mode : The date and time of the internal clock
are displayed.
During DV signal input
: The date and time from the DV
(U MODEL) connector are displayed.
To record the date and time during shooting, set the following menu items.
Recording of the date and time data may be interrupted momentarily if the LCD screen is turned to faced toward the lens (reversed display) during recording of the date and time data.
SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen
1.
DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen
Set the TIME/DATE item to DISP+REC.
Select the display style with the DISP STYLE item.
2.
Use the DATE REC item on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen to select the mode in which the date and time data should be recorded.
BARS+CAM: Date and time data are recorded when color bars and camera image are output.
BARS: Date and time data are recorded only when color bars are output.
When the MODE switch is set to the VTR side, the DATE REC item is not displayed.
LCD BR
I
DISPLAY
[
12
]
/
GHTNESS
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
N
ALORM
LCD CO
L
OR
LCD PE
A
KING
VF BRI
G
HTNESS
VF COL
O
R
VF PEA
K
ING
NEXT P
A
GE
PAGE B
A
CK
ZEBRA
O
FF
A
Time
Date
FADER
STSY EM 2 / 2
][ O
FF
TALLY
O
N
HANDLE ZOOM
M
ED
I
UM
DAT E R
E
CBARS
ASPEC T
4
:3
NET REMOTE
O
N
O
FF
SET UP PAGE B
A
CK
TAPE R
E
Y
[
LA 2 / 2
]
DISP
MA I N
O
N
O
N
TIME C
O
DE
TIME/D
A
TE
D
LAYISP
AUD I O
L
EVEL CHAR.
O
N
OUTPUT
M
IX
CENTER MARK
O
FF
PAGE B
A
CK
DISP S
T
YLE
T
+
DAT IMEE
DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen
When the ASPECT ratio is set to LETTER, the date and time indication is not recorded.
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To zero-set the time code
1 Rotate the SELECT dial to
align the cursor with the CLEAR item, and then press the SELECT dial.
2 Rotate the SELECT dial to set
the CLEAR item to EXECUTE, and then press the SELECT dial.
5.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods. Press the MENU button or Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
Displaying the Time Code on the Screen
Whether or not the time code should be displayed on the screen is set with the TIME CODE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
1.
Display the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
1 Select the DISPLAY SET item on the TOP MENU screen. 2 Select the NEXT PAGE item on the DISPLAY [1/2] menu
screen.
2.
Set the TIME CODE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. To display the time code, set the item to ON.
Display of the time code in the various operation modes. In shooting mode : The current value of the built-in time
code generator is displayed.
In VTR playback mode
: The time code recorded on the tape
is displayed.
During DV signal recording
: The current value of the built-in time
(U MODEL) code generator is displayed.
DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen
Recording the Time Code
The time code is recorded on the tape during recording. The time code formats are fixed as drop frame (U MODEL), and regeneration mode.
Drop frame : Time code data matching the actual time. (U MODEL) REGEN : The time code already recorded on the tape is read, and the time code is recorded in
continuation of the existing data. It will start from
00 if there is no time code recorded at
the location where the recording is started.
Time code indication
A
Memo:
The time code recorded at the beginning of a tape may not be read.
The preset time code is only valid when recorded from the beginning of the tape. (REC RUN operation
only) REC RUN: The time code starts counting from when recording is started.
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PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Setting, Displaying and Recording the Time Code (cont
d)
Memo:
The preset time code value is reset when the power is turned off.
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Presetting the Time Code
Time code data should be set in the built-in time code generator. Users bits cannot be set. During recording, the time code is automatically recorded on the tape. When recording starts from the beginning of the tape, recording starts from the set time code.
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
SELECT dial
TC PRE
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CLOCK TC/ ET . .
CLOCK
A
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TIME S
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CLOCK/TC menu screen
TC PRESET screen
The time code is preset on the CLOCK/TC menu screen.
1.
Display the CLOCK/TC menu screen. To display the CLOCK/TC menu screen, perform the operations described in steps 1 to 3 in
Setting the Date and
Time on page
41.
2.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the TC PRESET item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The TC PRESET screen appears.
3.
Set the time code (hours, minutes, seconds, frames). The blinking digit is the one to be set.
1 When the SELECT dial is pressed, the blinking digit changes. 2 When the SELECT dial is rotated, the value of the blinking
digit changes. When the SELECT dial is rotated upward, the value becomes higher. When rotated downward, the value becomes smaller.
3 Repeat the procedure described in 1 and 2 above to set
the desired value for all digits.
4 The setting values are confirmed and entered when the frame
digit blinks and the SELECT dial is pressed.
4.
When setting of all the digits is completed, rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor with the PAGE BACK item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The CLOCK/TC menu screen returns.
MENU button
PREPARATIONS FOR OPERATION
Setting, Displaying and Recording the Time Code
Frames
Seconds
Minutes
Hours
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How to Select Either MANUAL or AUTO Shooting Mode
MODE CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
CAM-A
Indication of set position of the MODE switch
MODE switch MENU
button
SELECT dial
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When the MODE item is set to MANUAL, the position of the MODE switch (CAM-A or CAM-B) is indicated after the CAMERA SET and OPERATION SET items.
The settings are valid for the position indicated for the MODE switch.
When the MODE item is set to
AUTO, the OPERATION SET items are not displayed. The position of the MODE switch (CAM-A or “CAM-B) is indicated after the CAMERA SET item.
1.
Set the MODE switch to the
CAM-A or CAM-B position.
2.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the MODE item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The MODE item setting area is seen blinking, and settings can now be changed.
4.
Rotate the SELECT dial to set to AUTO or MANUAL.
AUTO : Auto shooting mode MANUAL : Manual shooting mode
5.
Press the SELECT dial.
The setting area stops blinking and the setting is confirmed
and entered.
6.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the EXIT item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The normal screen returns.
Shooting Mode (Auto/Manual) Selection (cont
d)
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
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MODE CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
CAM-A
MODE switch
TOP MENU screen
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The GY-DV300 is provided with two positions,
CAM-A and CAM­B, for registering mode settings for camera shooting. Settings made on separate menu screens for camera shooting can be allocated to each of the
CAM-A and CAM-B mode positions. Also, the GY-DV300 offers two shooting modes, AUTO and MANUAL, which are selected by setting the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen. The AUTO or MANUAL shooting mode can be set separately for each of the “CAM-A” and “CAM-B” mode positions.
About the AUTO and MANUAL Shooting Modes
In the AUTO shooting mode, the settings OPERA TION menu screen items will be those valid for the auto mode.
Mode AUTO shooting MANUAL
shooting
OPERATION Menu Screen
For setting iris, shutter speed, gain, white balance, audio recording level, and camera­shake compensation.
The GY-DV300 is adjusted automatically. Make settings as desired on the OPERATION menu screen. Adjustments can be
made using the GY-DV300s operation buttons and dial, etc.
Menu
Contents
Shooting Mode (Auto/Manual) Selection
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
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CAUTION:
Confirm that the +48V MIC1 or +48V MIC2 items are set to OFF before connecting another microphone type than phantom microphone.
When the setting of the +48V MIC1/MIC2 item is changed, noise will appear in the sound but this is normal.
Setting Whether Phantom Microphone Should be used as External Microphone
SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen
MIC1 I NPUT SEL
STSY EM 1 / 2
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WIND C
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WIND C
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TMIC2
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When a microphone (phantom microphone) requiring +48V DC power supply is connected, set the +48V MIC1 or +48V MIC2 items on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen. +48V MIC1: Setting for the microphone connected to the MIC 1
input connector.
+48V MIC2: Setting for the microphone connected to the MIC 2
input connector.
Set to ON when a phantom microphone is used.
Set to OFF when other microphone type than phantom
microphone is used.
Audio Input Signal Selection (cont
d)
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
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Setting
MIC 1
MIC 2
Audio Input Signal Selection
The GY-DV300 is provided with three sources for audio input (i.e., built-in microphone and input connectors MIC 1 and MIC 2 for external microphones). Two channels of sound can be recorded on the tape in digital PCM format. Select for each channel (CH1 and CH2) which sound should be recorded on the channel. The sound of each of the input sources is monaural.
Select whether the built-in microphone or a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector should be used.
Built-in microphone
MIC 1 input connector
MIC 2 input con­nector
POWER
OFF
ON
MODE
PUSH
CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
AUDIO
MONITOR
MIC1 MIC2
CH-2CH-1
CH-2
MIX
CH-1
GAIN
CAM-A
BAR
AW
FWD
REV
AUDIO
MIC1 MIC2
CH-2CH-1
The built-in microphone and a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector cannot be used at the same time. When using the GY-DV300 with the built-in microphone or a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector, select which one to use by setting the MIC1 INPUT SEL item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen.
SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen
MIC1 I NPUT SEL
STSY EM 1 / 2
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WIND C
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TMIC1
WIND C
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TMIC2
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Set to INT to use the built-in
microphone.
Set to MIC 1 to use the micro-
phone connected to the XLR input connector.
Select the input signal to the CH-1, CH-2 audio channels
The audio signal input to the CH-1, CH-2 audio channels is selected with the AUDIO input selector switch. The input can be set separately for each channel.
The same sound can be input to both the CH-1 and CH-2 channels.
AUDIO input signal selector switch
Input Signal
The microphone sound from the built-in microphone or a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector. (Make the selection with the MIC1 INPUT SEL item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen.)
The microphone sound from a microphone connected to the MIC 2 input connector.
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
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The FOCUS switch is used to select whether focus adjustment should take place in the auto mode or the manual mode.
PROFESSINAL
DV CAMCORDER GY-DV300
IRIS
AUDIO
LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
ND FILTER
ON
OFF
FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH
AUTO
MANU
OPEN
FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
FOCUS ring
FOCUS switch
Depending on the subject and the shooting conditions, focusing may not be obtainable in the auto focus mode. In this case, adjust the focus in the manual mode.
FOCUS Switch
AUTO
MANU
Focus Adjustment
The auto focus function will be operating and the camera automatically focuses on the subject.
The focus is manually adjusted by turning the FOCUS ring on the lens section. For manual focusing,
see page 63.
Focus Mode Selection
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
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The audio input in the shooting mode can be monitored through an earphone or headphones connected to the EARPHONE jack. The audio monitor output signal is monaural. * In the shooting mode, sound is not output from the built-in speaker.
Select the audio channel to be monitored using the MONITOR switch.
CH-1: The signal input to the CH-1 channel is output.MIX: The sound input to the CH1 and CH2 channels is output mixed.CH-2: The signal input to the CH-2 channel is output.
The volume of the monitor sound in the shooting mode is set with the EARPHONE LEVEL item
on the TOP MENU screen. (
See page 90.)
POWER
OFF
ON
MODE
PUSH
CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
AUDIO
MONITOR
MIC1 MIC2
CH-2CH-1
CH-2
MIX
CH-1
GAIN
CAM-A
BAR
AW
FWD
REV
MONITOR
CH-2
MIX
CH-1
MONITOR switch
EARPHONE jack
Audio Monitor Selection
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
TOP MENU screen
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FADER
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The various conditions under which shooting should take place are set on the SYSTEM menu screen. The SYSTEM menu screen consists of two screens. (The SYSTEM menu screen settings must be made regardless of whether the AUTO or MANUAL shooting mode is used.)
1.
Set the MODE switch to
CAM-A or CAM-B.
2.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the SYSTEM SET item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen appears.
4.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the item to be set, and then press the SELECT dial.
The setting area of the selected item starts blinking, and the
set value can now be changed.
5.
Rotate the SELECT dial to change the setting, and then press the SELECT dial.
The setting area stops blinking and the setting is entered.
6.
Repeat the steps 3 to 5 above to change other items.
7.
To display the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen, align the cursor (f) with the NEXT PAGE item, and then press the SELECT dial.
8.
When settings on the SYSTEM menu screen are completed, rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the PAGE BACK item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The original menu screen returns.
9.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT
item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
Opening the SYSTEM menu screen
MODE CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
CAM-A
MENU button
MODE switch
SELECT dial
TOP MENU screen
SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen
SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen
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Menu Screen Settings
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
(U MODEL)
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Zoom operation indication
W
T
VOLUME
W
T
START/
STOP
Handle
ZOOM lever
ZOOM lever
Zoom-in : The subject becomes larger (max. 14 times)
Zoom-out : The subject becomes smaller and the picture angle
wider.
Set the MODE switch to CAM-A or CAM-B”. To zoom in, press the ZOOM lever toward the T side. To zoom out, press the ZOOM lever toward the W side.
The ZOOM lever is used for zoom-in and zoom-out operations. Zooming can be performed using either the ZOOM lever on the top section of the GY-DV300 or the ZOOM lever on the top of the handle section.
Zooming
SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen
When the zoom lever on the top section is pushed lightly, the zoom speed will be slow; and when pushed hard, the zoom speed will be fast.
The zoom speed of the ZOOM lever on the handle section is selected by setting the HANDLE ZOOM item on the SYSTEM [2/ 2] menu screen. (SLOW/MEDIUM/FAST).
FADER
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Memo:
During zooming, the zoom position and zoom ratio are indicated on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
Angle of View (Zoom In/Zoom Out)
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Item Contents of Setting
FADER Sets whether fade is performed when recording is started and stopped.
OFF : No fade. BLACK : Fade in from black screen when recording is started; fade
out to black screen when recording is stopped.
TALLY Selects whether the tally lamp lights during recording. Set to OFF to
prevent the tally lamp from lighting during recording.
HANDLE ZOOM Sets the zoom speed when the ZOOM lever on the handle section is
used. Select between three speeds. (SLOW/MEDIUM/FAST)
DATE REC Select the mode in which the date and time data should be recorded.
BARS : Date and time data are recorded only when color bars
are output.
BARS+CAM: Date and time data are recorded only when color bars
and camera image are output.
When the date and time data should be recorded, the TIME/DATE item must be set to DISP+REC on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
ASPECT The screen size of recorded images can be selected.
4:3 : To record with the normal screen size with an aspect ratio
of 4:3.
LETTER : T o record with a LETTER BOX screen with an aspect ratio
of 16:9 where the upper and lower part of the image is cut off.
SET UP (U MODEL) Selects whether the composite video and Y/C separate signal should
be provided with the setup level at the time of recording and playback. (ON/OFF)
Contents of Settings on the SYSTEM [2/2] Menu Screen
Menu Screen Settings (cont
d)
SETTINGS BEFORE SHOOTING
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Item Contents of Setting
MIC1 INPUT SEL Selects whether the built-in microphone or a microphone connected to
the MIC 1 input connector should be used.
INT : Use this setting when the built-in microphone should be used. XLR : Use this setting when a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input
connector should be used.
WIND CUT MIC1 Selects whether or not the wind noise picked up by the internal
microphone or a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector is reduced. (ON/OFF)
WIND CUT MIC2 Selects whether or not the wind noise picked up by a microphone
connected to the MIC 2 input connector is reduced. (ON/OFF)
+48V MIC1/+48V MIC2 Sets whether +48 V power should be supplied to a microphone
connected to the MIC 1 or MIC 2 input connector. (MIC 1 and MIC 2 are set separately.) This should only be set to ON when a phantom microphone is used.
AUDIO MODE Selects the sampling frequency for audio recording (32 kHz or 48 kHz).
* 4 channels are available when the DV format is recorded with 12-bit,
32 kHz sampling, but the GY-DV300 records the CH-1 and CH-2 channels. The GY-DV300 does not allow after-recording.
REC MODE Selects the recording speed mode.
SP : Standard Play recording mode. LP : Long Play recording mode (recording time is 1.5 times longer
than in the SP mode.)
* Tapes recorded in the LP mode on the GY-DV300 can only be played
back on this unit. When playing back on another unit, noise will appear in the picture and the sound.
LONG PAUSE TIME Selects the time (minutes) before the tape protection mode (drum
automatically stops rotating) is engaged when the recording pause (the recording-standby mode) or still mode continues. (3 minutes or 30 minutes.) When used in a cold environment, this becomes 3 minutes regardless of the setting.
Contents of Settings on the SYSTEM [1/2] Screen
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4.
Point the camera at the subject and determine the angle of view
with the ZOOM lever.
Adjusting the focus
When the FOCUS switch is set to
AUT
O, the auto-focus function will be operating and focusing is performed automatically.
When the FOCUS switch is set to
MANUAL, the FOCUS
ring should be turned to adjust the focus. (
See page
63.)
5.
Press the REC START/STOP button. Recording starts.
Once recording has started, REC is indicated as the VTR mode on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen and the TALLY lamp lights up.
6.
To stop recording, press the REC START/STOP button. The unit rewinds the tape about 2 seconds before it enters the recording-standby mode. The VTR mode indication changes to STBY and the TALL Y lamp goes out.
7.
To restart recording press the REC START/STOP button.
8.
To end the recording, enter the recording-standby mode and perform the following operations as required.
When it is required to unload the videocassette:
Slide the EJECT switch.
When the power should be turned off:
Set the POWER switch to OFF.
SHOOTING
Basic Recording Operation (cont
d)
ZOOM lever
A ZOOM lever is provided in two positions: one on the top section of the unit, and the other on top of the handle. Both can be used for zooming.
REC START/STOP button
A REC START/STOP button is provided in two positions: one on the rear section of the unit, and the other on top of the handle. Both can be used for operation.
VTR mode indication
TAPE NEAR END
REC
A
Memo:
When remaining time for recording is less than about 3 minutes, TAPE NEAR END is displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen and the TALLY lamp blinks slowly.
CAUTION:
Noiseless transitions between scenes cannot be guaranteed if the POWER switch is set to
OFF or the battery is removed during a recording.
Memo:
Whether the TALLY lamp should light during recording is selected with the TALLY item on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen.
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W
T
START/
STOP
POWER
OFF
ON
MODE CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
GAIN
CAM-A
SHOOTING
Basic Recording Operation
2.
MODE switch
3.
EJECT switch
4.
ZOOM lever
4.
ZOOM lever
5.
REC START
/STOP button
5.
REC START/STOP button
Cassette cover
Handle
Setting the recording mode (AUTO/MANUAL) The recording mode is set by means of the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen. (
See
page 47, 48.)
This section explains the basic recording procedures when the AUTO mode is selected as the shooting mode.
1.
Set the POWER switch to
ON.
Power is supplied to the unit.
2.
Set the MODE switch to
CAM-A or CAM-B.
The GY-DV300 enters the shooting mode.
The set values indicated on the menu screen will be either those of “CAM-A” or “CAM-B” in accordance with the setting of the MODE switch.
3.
Slide the EJECT switch to open the cassette cover. Ensure that the erasure-prevention switch on the back of the cassette is set to REC and insert a videocassette properly.
Slowly push the
PUSH HERE section on the cassette holder with a finger until a click is heard. Confirm that the cassette holder does not come up when you remove your finger.
The tape is loaded and the unit enters the recording-standby
mode when the cassette cover is closed.
When the recording-standby mode is engaged, STBY is indicated as the VTR mode on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
A
VTR mode indication
LCD screen
Memo:
After the cassette cover is closed, it takes about 11 seconds before the unit is ready for recording.
1.
POWER switch
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When the recording-standby mode has continued for about 30 minutes, the GY-DV300 automatically stops drum rotation in order to protect the tape. (Tape protect mode)
In the tape protect mode, STOP is shown as the VTR mode indication on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
To start recording from the tape protect mode, press the REC
START/STOP button.
The drum starts rotating, and recording starts after about 3
seconds.
To return to the recording-standby mode from the tape protect
mode, press the REC START/STOP button twice.
SHOOTING
If the Unit is Left in Recording-Standby Mode
Setting the time before the tape protection mode is engaged
The time before the tape protec­tion mode is engaged from the recording-standby mode can be set as 30 minutes or 3 minutes by the LONG PAUSE TIME item on the SYSTEM [1/2] screen menu.
A
STOP
VTR mode indication
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Enter the recording-standby mode
To advance the tape in forward direction.
1.
Press the FWD button. Playback is performed at normal speed as long as the button is pressed down.
2.
When the FWD button is released, the unit returns to the recording-standby mode.
To rewind the tape in reverse direction.
1.
Press the REV button. Playback in reverse direction is performed at normal speed as long as the button is pressed down.
2.
When the REV button is released, the unit returns to the recording-standby mode.
SHOOTING
Viewing the Recorded Scene (Edit Search)
The recorded scene can be checked and the position for recording the next scene can be searched in the recording-standby mode.
ED. FWD
A
FWD button
ED.FWD : Forward search ED.REV : Reverse search
Screen indication during edit search
The VTR mode is indicated as ED.FWD or ED.REV on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen during edit search.
Memo:
When the recording speed mode (SP/LP) setting differs from the setting used for the part already recorded on the tape, the picture may be disturbed at the switching point.
REV button
BAR
AW
FWD
REV
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SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Use the SELECT dial to set the MODE item to MANUAL on the TOP MENU screen.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the OPERATION SET item on the TOP MENU screen, and then press the SELECT dial.
The OPERATION menu screen appears.
4.
Use the SELECT dial to set the AE item on the OPERATION menu screen to ON, and then press the SELECT dial.
The AE function becomes ON.
5.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods. Press the MENU button or Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
To stop use of the AE function, set the AE item to OFF on the
OPERATION menu screen.
SHOOTING
Using the AE (Automatic Exposure) Function
In addition to the automatic shooting mode, the GY-DV300 also offers the use of the AE (Automatic Exposure) function. The AE function combines the following three functions to automatically adjust the video signal level to their optimum levels.
Gain : ALC (Auto Level Control) Shutter Speed : EEI Iris : Auto iris
TOP MENU screen
OPERATION menu screen
When the AE item is ON, the IRIS and SHUTTER items cannot be set. White balance and audio recording level adjustment can be selected as AUTO or MANUAL.
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SELECT dial
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BAR
AW
It can be selected whether the camera image should be output or whether the color bar of the built-in signal generator should be output during recording-standby and recording.
The color bar is output when the BAR button is pressed while
the camera image is output.
To return to the camera image, press the BAR button again.
SHOOTING
Recording the Color Bar
Color bar signal of the built-in signal generator
An SMPTE standard color bar is output. (U MODEL)
BAR button
White Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue
Blue Black Magenta Black Cyan Black White
Black White Black
An EBU standard color bar is output. (E MODEL)
White
Yellow
Cyan
Green
Magenta
Red
Blue
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Manual Focus Adjustment (Cont
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1.
Press the PUSH AUTO FOCUS button. The auto focus function operates while the button remains pressed.
2.
When the button is released, the mode returns to the manual focus mode.
Momentarily Using Auto Focus
It is possible to momentarily use the auto focus function while in the manual focus mode.
IRIS FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
When the FOCUS switch is set to AUTO, the PUSH AUTO FOCUS button does not work.
Operation
PUSH AUTO FOCUS button
About Auto Focus
The auto focus function automatically moves the lens back and forth to adjust the focus. The auto focus function has the following characteristics.
It adjusts so that the vertical lines in the subject are seen as clearly as possible.
Focus is adjusted in accordance with parts showing most contrast.
Focus is only adjusted in accordance with the center portion of the image.
Due to these characteristics, the auto function does not work well with the following types of scenes. Use manual focusing when shooting under these circumstances.
When shooting both nearby and distant subjects at the same time.When shooting through dirty glass, like windows.When shooting scenes with light reflecting off the surface of the subject.When shooting where the illumination is low.When shooting subjects in fast motion.When shooting subjects with low contrast.
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In the recording-standby mode or during shooting, set the FOCUS switch to
MANU. The manual focus mode is engaged, and the MF indicator that indicates the manual focus mode is displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
2.
Turn the focus ring on the lens section to adjust the focus. To return to the auto focus mode, set the FOCUS switch to
AUTO.
In accordance with the conditions under which the subject is recorded, adjust the focus in the manual focus mode. In the auto focus mode, correct focus may be difficult to obtain under the following shooting conditions.
When the subject is behind metal mesh.
While panning quickly from a distant point to one nearby; the subject will be in focus when the panning
is stopped.
In dark places.
When the iris is at the CLOSE end.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS
Manual Focus Adjustment
IRIS FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
FOCUS ring
FOCUS switch
Operation
A
Manual focus mode indication
Memo:
To obtain correct focus, push the ZOOM lever to the
T position and then adjust the focus while the subject is in the zoomed-in condition. The focus will be retained after zooming out. If the focus is adjusted in the wide-angle condition, the subject will be out of focus when you zoom in.
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BAR
AW
FWD
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MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS
Obtaining Natural Tint (White Balance)
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Using the SELECT dial, set the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen to MANUAL.
The unit enters the manual shooting mode.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the OPERATION SET item on the TOP MENU screen, and then press the SELECT dial.
The OPERATION menu screen is displayed.
4.
Using the SELECT dial, set the WHITE BALANCE item on the OPERATION menu screen to PUSH AUT O, and then press the SELECT dial.
The manual white balance adjustment mode is engaged.
5.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
The auto white balance function of the GY-DV300 automatically makes adjustments to obtain natural tint. However, depending on the shooting conditions or the light source, sometime it may not be possible to obtain natural tint with this function. In this case, the manual white balance adjustment should be used. The result of manual white balance adjustment is stored in one of the GY-DV300s 3 types of memories. (Memory 1, 2, 3)
1. Engaging the Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode
MENU button
SELECT dial
TOP MENU screen
OPERATION menu screen
MANUAL
PUSH AUTO
White balance setting mode
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Memo:
In the manual white balance adjustment mode, the current white balance setting mode is displayed on the LCD screen or the viewfinder screen. WBP: Preset mode, WB1: Memory 1 mode WB2: Memory 2 mode, WB3: Memory 3 mode
AW button
White subject (white paper, etc.)
ND FILTER switch
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Using ND Filter
When the shooting conditions are too bright, the ND-filter can be used to reduce the brightness to an appropriate level. The built-in ND-filter can adjust the brightness to about 1/32 of the original.
ND FILTER switch
Please check the position of the ND FILTER switch before recording.
Do not switch the position of the ND FILTER switch during recording. The image will be disturbed.
ND
A
Filter indication
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Set the ND FILTER switch to “ON”.
The built-in ND-filter is engaged, and ND filter indication appears on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
The white balance will not be adjusted correctly when using
the ND-filter and shooting in the auto white balance mode.
Adjust the white balance in the manual white balance mode when using the ND-filter and shooting. (
See page 66.)
Operation
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Manual Iris Adjustment
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
1. Engaging the Manual Iris Adjustment Mode
Adjust the iris (lens opening) manually in the following cases.
For backlight compensation
When the subject is too bright compared with the background
When panning quickly from a bright place to a dark place
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Using the SELECT dial, set the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen to MANUAL.
The unit enters the manual shooting mode.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the OPERATION SET item on the TOP MENU screen, and then press the SELECT dial.
The OPERATION menu screen is displayed.
4.
Using the SELECT dial, set the AE item on the OPERATION menu screen to OFF, and then press the SELECT dial.
5.
Using the SELECT dial, set the IRIS item to MANUAL, and then press the SELECT dial.
6.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button
or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
MENU button
SELECT dial
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Manual iris adjustment mode indication
Iris (F-value)
Memo:
The iris value (F-value) and
M are displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen in the manual iris adjustment mode.
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1.
Set the ND FILTER switch in accordance with the lighting conditions.
2.
Place a white object (white paper, etc.) near the centre of the screen and zoom in to fill the screen with white.
3.
Select the mode in which the white balance setting should be memorized. q Press the AW button.
The current white balance setting mode is displayed for about 3 seconds, after which the condition becomes the one in which adjustment of the white balance is enabled. (PRESET, MEMORY 1, 2, 3)
w Rotate the SELECT dial to select the mode for memorizing
the white balance setting. (Select the mode from among the MEMORY 1, 2, and 3 options.) When rotation of the SELECT dial stops, the selected mode is displayed for about 3 seconds.
4.
Press the AW button for 1 second or more, and then release it.
The auto white balance adjustment is invoked. During white balance adjustment,
AUT
O WHITE OPERATION appears on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
When correct white balance is obtained,
AUT
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is displayed for about 3 seconds.
2. Manual White Balance Adjustment
Error indication when auto white balance adjustment is not completed normally.
An error message appears for about 3 seconds in the position indicated below.
AUTO
WH I T E
OPERATION
AUTO
WH I T E
OK
AUTO
WH I T E
NG: OBJECT
Error indication area
To return to the auto white balance adjustment mode, use
either of the following methods.
Set the WHITE BALANCE item to AUTO on the OPERATION menu screen or
Set the MODE item to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen. In this case the shooting mode becomes the auto mode.
During operation
Completed correctly
NG: OBJECT (Improper subject)
Displayed when there is not enough white color on an object or the color temperature is not suitable. Replace the white subject or change the setting of the ND FILTER switch.
ERROR: LOW LIGHT (Insufficient illumination)
Displayed when the illumination is dim.
ERROR: OVER LIGHT (Excessive illumination)
Displayed when the light is excessively bright.
White balance adjustment is inhibited when PRESET is selected. The colour temperature is fixed at 3200K.
The result of the manual white balance adjustment is stored in memory of the selected white balance mode. Even after the power has been turned off, the stored white balance condition is recalled when the relevant white balance mode is selected again.
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Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
The shutter speed can be adjusted manually to obtain special effects or when shooting a fast-moving subject. The shutter speed can also be adjusted manually in the variable scanning mode rate for shooting computer monitor screens.
1.
Engaging the Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Mode (STEP/VARIABLE)
MENU button
SELECT dial
TOP MENU screen
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Using the SELECT dial, set the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen to MANUAL.
The unit enters the manual shooting mode.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the OPERATION SET item on the TOP MENU screen, and then press the SELECT dial.
The OPERATION menu screen is displayed.
4.
Using the SELECT dial, set the AE item on the OPERATION menu screen to OFF, and then press the SELECT dial.
5.
Using the SELECT dial, set the SHUTTER item to STEP or VARIABLE, and then press the SELECT dial.
Select the STEP setting to change the shutter speed in fixed steps (normal manual shutter speed adjustment).
Select the VARIABLE setting for shooting computer screens, etc. (variable scan).
6.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button
or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
OPERATION menu screen
STEP or VARIABLE
MANUAL
Manual shutter speed mode indicator
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The S indicator for manual shutter speed is displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen in the manual shutter speed adjustment mode. The S indicator is not displayed when the shutter speed is set to NORMAL (1/60 (U MODEL)/1/50 (E MODEL)).
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Rotate the IRIS dial. The iris value (F-value) can be adjusted from CLOSE to F1.6. Rotating the dial upward opens the iris, and rotating it downward closes the iris. The iris value is indicated on LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
[Setting range: F1.6, F2, F2.8, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16, CLOSE]
To return to the auto iris adjustment mode, use either of the
following methods.
Set the IRIS item to AUTO on the OPERATION menu screen
Set the AE item to AUTO on the OPERATION menu screen
Set the MODE item to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen.
In this case the shooting mode becomes the auto mode.
It is possible to momentarily use the auto focus function while in the manual iris mode.
1.
Press the PUSH AUTO IRIS button. The auto iris function operates while the button remains pressed.
2.
When the button is released, the mode returns to the manual iris mode.
IRIS FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
2. Manual Iris Adjustment
IRIS dial
PUSH AUTO IRIS button
M
Iris value (F-value)
Adjustment in the auto iris mode
When the IRIS dial is rotated in the auto iris mode, the iris can be adjusted from +3 steps to
–3 steps from the auto iris condition. When rotated upward, the iris opens. When rotated downward, the iris closes. During operation of the IRIS dial, the stop value is indicated on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
Stop value by IRIS dial in the auto iris mode.
Momentarily Using the Auto Iris Mode
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Manual Gain Adjustment
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Using the SELECT dial, set the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen to MANUAL.
The unit enters the manual shooting mode.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the OPERATION SET item on the TOP MENU screen, and then press the SELECT dial.
The OPERATION menu screen is displayed.
4.
Using the SELECT dial, set the AE item on the OPERATION menu screen to OFF, and then press the SELECT dial.
The manual gain adjustment mode is engaged.
5.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button or
Select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen and then press the SELECT dial.
Using the ALC (Auto Level Control) function, the GY -DV300 automatically adjusts the gain (sensitivity) in accordance with the brightness of the subject. However, if the lighting conditions are poor and where the illumination is insufficient, it is possible to adjust the gain manually.
1. Engaging the Manual Gain Adjustment Mode
MENU button
SELECT dial
TOP MENU screen
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OFF
LCD screen
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M
Manual gain mode indicator (L: LOLUX indicator)
Memo:
The set gain value is displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen in the manual gain adjustment mode. L is displayed in the LOLUX (low lux) mode. Nothing is displayed when the gain is set to 0 dB or AUTO.
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SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
2. Adjusting the Shutter Speed Manually
1.
Press the SHUTTER button.
The currently set shutter speed is shown for about 3 seconds on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
The shutter speed can be set while the shutter speed value is displayed.
2.
Rotate the SELECT dial within 3 seconds (while the shutter speed is displayed) to set the shutter speed. Rotating the dial upward increases the shutter speed, and rotating it downward lowers the speed.
3.
Stop rotating the SELECT dial when the desired shutter speed is indicated. The set value is displayed for about 3 seconds before the setting is confirmed.
Shooting a Computer Display
The shutter speed should be set to variable scan mode. The variable scan mode is used to match the GY-DV300s shutter speed with the variable scan frequency of computer screens, etc. When shooting a computer screen with the camera, bright over-exposed horizontal stripes will appear in the picture if the screens scan frequency is faster than the camera
s frequency, and dark under-exposed stripes will
appear if the screen
s scan frequency is slower than the camera
s scan frequency.
While observing the LCD screen, adjust the shutter speed until a stable image is obtained.
SHUTTER button
SELECT dial
SHUTTER 1/1000
STBY
S
M
Shutter speed indication
Flickering occurs when shooting under a fluorescent light. This can be reduced by setting the shutter speed to 1/100 in regions where the power supply frequency is 50 Hz, and to 1/60 in 60 Hz regions. (U MODEL)
Flimmern tritt auf, wenn unter Fluoreszenzlicht aufgenommen wird. Dies kann in Bereichen mit einer Netzfrequenz von 50 Hz durch Einstellung auf 1/50 und in Bereichen mit 60 Hz durch Einstellung auf 1/120 verringert werden. (E MODEL)
STEP mode : NORMAL (1/60), 1/100, 1/250, 1/500,
Setting
1/1000, 1/2000
range
VARIABLE mode : 1/60.1 to 1/2084.6
The set shutter value is retained in the memory even if the power is turned OFF.
To return to the auto shutter speed adjustment mode, use
either of the following methods.
Set the AE item to AUTO on the OPERATION menu screen
Set the MODE item to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen.
In this case the shooting mode becomes the auto mode.
Schrittmodus : NORMAL (1/50), 1/120, 1/250, 1/500,
Einstellbereich
(STEP) 1/1000, 1/2000 Variabler Modus : 1/50,1 bis 2067,8 (VARIABLE)
(U MODEL)
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Manual Gain Adjustment (cont
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About the LOLUX mode
Used when the brightness is still insufficient when the gain is set at +18 dB. Engaging the LOLUX mode results in an increase of +24 dB (approximately 16 times). The image definition on the screen will degrade to increase residual images, but this is due to the electrical sensitising and is not a malfunction.
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
1.
Press the GAIN button for 1 second or more.
The LOLUX mode is engaged.
2.
To exit the LOLUX mode, press the GAIN button for 1 second or more.
The originally set gain value is restored.
Operation
3. Engaging the LOLUX Mode with the GAIN Button
In the auto or manual gain adjustment mode, the LOLUX mode can be entered directly by operating the GAIN button.
STBY
S L
M
The L indicator for the LOLUX mode appears on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
LOLUX mode indicator
GAIN button
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If the SELECT dial is pressed while the set gain value is displayed, the setting is returned to the factory setting (0 dB).
In the auto gain adjustment mode, the GAIN button remains inoperative.
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
2. Adjusting the Gain Manually
1.
Press the GAIN button.
The currently set gain value is shown for about 3 seconds on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
The gain value can be set while the gain value is displayed.
2.
Rotate the SELECT dial within 3 seconds (while the gain value is displayed) to set the gain. Rotating the dial upward or downward increases or decreases the gain value in steps of 1 dB.
3.
Stop rotating the SELECT dial when the desired gain value is indicated. The set value is displayed for about 3 seconds before the setting is confirmed.
[Setting range:
–3 dB to 0 dB to +18 dB, LOLUX]
The set gain value is retained in the memory even if the power is turned OFF.
To return to the auto gain adjustment mode, use either of the
following methods.
Set the AE item to AUTO on the OPERATION menu screen
Set the MODE item to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen.
In this case the shooting mode becomes the auto mode.
+ 6 dB
STBY
S
6dB
M
Indication of set gain value
GAIN button
SELECT dial
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Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
1. Engaging the Manual Audio Recording Level Adjustment Mode
The audio recording level can be manually adjusted during shooting. The audio recording level can be adjusted separately for the CH-1 and CH-2 channels.
MENU button
SELECT dial
TOP MENU screen
MANUAL
OPERATION menu screen
MANUAL
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Using the SELECT dial, set the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen to MANUAL.
The unit enters the manual shooting mode.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the OPERATION SET item on the TOP MENU screen, and then press the SELECT dial.
The OPERATION menu screen is displayed.
4.
Using the SELECT dial, set the CH1 AUDIO LEVEL or CH2 AUDIO LEVEL item on the OPERATION menu screen to MANUAL, and then press the SELECT dial.
The manual audio recording level adjustment mode is engaged.
5.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button
or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
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CH1 AUDIO LEVEL Sets the recording level adjustment
mode for CH1 channel sound to manual.
CH2 AUDIO LEVEL Sets the recording level adjustment
mode for CH2 channel sound to manual.
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Whether or not zebra patterns should be displayed, and the
luminance level they should indicate, is selected by the setting of the ZEBRA item on the DISPLA Y [1/2] menu screen.
1.
Display the DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen.
1 Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen. 2 Rotate the SELECT dial to select the DISPLAY SET item,
and then press the dial to display the DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen.
2.
Use the SELECT dial to select the ZEBRA item, and set the item to a value other than OFF.
3.
When you return to the normal screen, zebra patterns will appear in the appropriate areas.
4.
Manually adjust iris, gain and shutter speed until the zebra patterns disappear.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS
Displaying Zebra Patterns for Adjustment
Zebra patterns are oblique stripes than can be displayed to indicate very bright areas of the screen. Areas where zebra patterns are indicated are likely to be blurred with white if left unadjusted. The zebra patterns can be used as a reference for manual adjustment of the brightness to adjust to the optimal level.
Zebra patterns
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ALORM
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Zebra patterns are not recorded on the tape.
Zebra patterns are not output from the VIDEO OUT or Y/C OUT connectors.
Setting Zebra Display
70 ~ 80% Areas with a luminance level of 70% to 80% 85 ~ 95% Areas with a luminance level of 85% to 95% OVER 95% Areas with a luminance level above 95% OVER 100% Areas with a luminance level above 100% OFF Not displayed
Memo:
In the VTR playback mode/DV input mode (U MODEL)(when the MODE switch is set to VTR), the ZEBRA item is not shown on the DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen.
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Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Using the SELECT dial, set the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen to MANUAL.
The unit enters the manual shooting mode.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the OPERATION SET item on the TOP MENU screen, and then press the SELECT dial.
The OPERATION menu screen is displayed.
4.
Using the SELECT dial, set the OIS item on the OPERATION menu screen to OFF, and then press the SELECT dial.
The camera-shake compensation function is turned OFF.
5.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
To turn the camera-shake compensation function ON again,
use either of the following methods.
Set the OIS item on the OPERATION menu screen to ON or
Set the MODE item to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen. In this case the shooting mode becomes the auto mode.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS
Disabling Operation of the Camera­Shake Compensation Function
SHUTTER
MENU
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When shooting with the camera under conditions where the camera-shake compensation function is not required, e.g., with the camera mounted on a tripod base, etc., set the function to OFF before shooting.
SELECT dial
MENU button
TOP MENU screen
MANUAL
CAMERA menu screen
OFF
The camera-shake compensation indicator is extinguished.
OIS: Optical Image Stabilizer
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1.
Turn the AUDIO LEVEL controls. The audio recording level of CH-1 channel is adjusted with the CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL control, and the CH-2 channel is adjusted with the CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL control. The recording level is raised when the control is turned clockwise.
Adjust the level while observing the audio level meter on the LCD screen or the viewfinder screen and/or monitoring the sound. The monitor sound is output from the EARPHONE jack (
See page 51)
To return to the automatic audio recording level adjustment
mode, use either of the following methods.
Set the CH1 AUDIO LEVEL or CH2 AUDIO LEVEL item on the OPERATION menu screen to AUTO
or
Set the MODE item to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen. In this case the shooting mode becomes the auto mode.
AUDIO
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CH-1 CH-2
2. Adjusting the Audio Recording Level Manually
AUDIO LEVEL controls
The standard level for recording audio on the tape is
–12 dB. If a tape recorded on the GY­DV300 is played back on VCR whose audio standard level is
20dB, the sound will be very loud. If a tape recorded on other VCR whose audio standard level is –20dB is played back on GY­DV300, the sound will be very low.
The audio level meter is displayed by setting the AUDIO LEVEL item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen to ON.
Reducing the Wind Noise of the Microphone
SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen Set the WIND CUT MIC1 or WIND CUT MIC2 item on the SYSTEM
[1/2] menu screen to ON.
WIND CUT MIC1 Set to ON to reduce the wind noise of the
built-in microphone or a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector.
WIND CUT MIC2 Set to ON to reduce the wind noise of a
microphone connected to the MIC 2 input connector.
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PLAYBACK
Playback of Tape
MODE CAM-B
VTRCAM-A
BAR
AW
FWD
REV
The recorded picture can be viewed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. The playback sound is not output from the monitoring speaker of the GY-DV300.
REV (h) button
POWER switch
AW (a) button
FWD (g) button
MODE switch
Playback Procedure
In the VTR playback mode, no camera image is displayed on the LCD screen or the viewfinder.
The operation mode during VTR playback is indicated on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
1.
Set the POWER switch to
ON.
2.
Set the MODE switch to
VTR.
The GY-DV300 enters the VTR playback mode.
3.
Insert the recorded videocassette.
The cassette tape is loaded, and the STOP mode is engaged.
4.
Press the BAR (f/w) button.
Playback starts.
5.
Press the BAR (f/w) button again to stop playback temporarily.
The unit enters the still mode (still picture shown).
6.
To re-start playback, press the BAR (f/w) button.
7.
To stop playback or still mode, press the AW (a) button.
The unit enters the STOP mode.
VTR operation mode indicator
Indicator showing the recording speed mode at the time of recording. (SP/LP)
PLAY
BAR (f/w) button
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MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS
Adjusting the Quality of Camera Image
Engage the recording-standby mode.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the CAMERA SET item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The CAMERA menu screen is displayed.
3.
Make the various settings on the CAMERA menu screen.
1
Rotate the SELECT dial to select an item, make the setting and then press the SELECT dial to confirm and enter the setting.
2
Rotate the SELECT dial to change the setting of an item, and then press the SELECT dial to confirm and enter the setting.
Items for setting
MASTER BLACK: Adjusts the pedestal level (master black)
DETAIL: Adjusts the detail enhancement level.
DTL. VH BALANCE: Selects the detail enhancement.
V RESOLUTION: Selects the increase of the vertical
resolution.
AUTO KNEE: Selects the auto knee function.
BLACK: Selects the gain for black areas.
COLOR MATRIX: Selects the color matrix function.
GAMMA: Selects the gamma curve.
For details on the items, see CAMERA Menu Screen on
page 96.
4.
To return to the normal screen after completing the settings, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
SHUTTER
MENU
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The GY-DV300 allows manual adjustment of the image quality of the camera image. By setting the various items on the CAMERA menu screen, you can make adjustments to obtain an image quality suiting your preference.
SELECT dial
MENU button
TOP MENU screen
CAMERA menu screen
The set values are retained in the memory even if the power is turned OFF. (Settings are saved separately for
CAM-A
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Adjusting the Playback Sound Volume
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The level of the playback sound can be controlled with the ZOOM lever on the top section of the GY-DV300.
Pressing the lever toward the TELE (+) side raises the playback
sound level, and pressing it toward the WIDE (–) side lowers it.
The playback sound is output through the built-in speaker, EARPHONE jack and AUDIO OUT connector.
Characters indicating the playback sound volume are displayed on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
Built-in speaker
EARPHONE jack
ZOOM lever
AUDIO OUT connector
Playback audio volume
Audio level meters (Display of these is selected on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.)
Built-in speaker The audio from the built-in speaker is not output when an earphone is plugged into the EARPHONE jack.
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Fast-Forward, Rewind (h)
Fast-forward and rewind may take longer than normally under cold conditions.
Press the FWD (g) button in stop mode to fast forward the
tape. Press the REV (h) button in stop mode to rewind the tape.
Press the AW (a) button to stop fast forwarding or rewinding.
Search (Fast-Forward Playback/Rewind Playback)
Video noise may be observed on the screen or the image may become unstable during the search.
Press the FWD (g) button in the play mode or still mode to play
back the tape in forward direction at high speed. Press the REV (h) button to search the tape in reverse direction.
Press the BAR (f/ w) button to resume normal playback. Press the AW (a) button to stop.
Memo:
When the still picture mode has continued for a specified period of time, the unit automatically switches to the tape protect mode. The time until the tape protect mode is initiated can be set to 30 minutes or 3 minutes with the LONG PAUSE TIME item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen. Tape protect mode: Drum rotation stops to protect the tape.
Noise may appear in the picture during still mode.
When the automatic tracking function is activated at the start of the playback mode, digital noise
may appear in the picture.
The GY-DV300 does not allow manual tracking adjustment.
When playing back a tape recorded on another unit, digital noise may appear during playback.
The data recorded on the tape for the date and time and time code can be displayed on the screen.
Whether or not the data should be displayed can selected on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen.
BLANK Search
Used to locate blank (unrecorded) sections on the tape, such as after the end point of a recording.
1.
Enter the stop mode.
2.
Press the FWD (g) button and REV (h) button simultaneously.
Blank search starts.
When a blank (unrecorded) section on the tape is located, the GY-DV300 enters the stop mode.
During blank search,
BSRH is displayed in the section indicating the operation mode on the LCD
screen or viewfinder screen.
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EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector
1.
Connect the units with the DV cable.
2.
Turn ON both units.
3.
Set the MODE switch on the GY-DV300 to “VTR”.
4.
Insert the videocassettes. GY-DV300: Insert the recorded videocassette. Recording unit: Insert the videocassette to be dubbed to.
5.
Press the BAR button on the GY-DV300 to start playback.
6.
Start recording on the recording unit. For details, see the instructions to the unit used for recording.
7.
When dubbing is completed. Stop recording on the recording unit, and then press the AW button on the GY-DV300 to stop playback.
MODE CAM-B
VTRCAM-A
BAR
AW
When using the GY-DV300 as playback unit (dubbing to another videocassette)
Connecting the GY-DV300 to another video component equipped with DV I/O connector (IEEE1394 standard) using a DV cable (optional) enables dubbing of digital signals with high picture quality and high-quality sound. When used in a cold environment, this becomes 3 minutes regardless of the setting. (E MODEL)
BAR button
AW button
MODE switch
REC START/STOP button
DV connector
DV cable: VX-DV130 (4P-4P)
VX-DV230 (4P-4P)
DV connector
Pressing the BAR button during playback engages the still mode.
When a still picture is dubbed, the dubbed picture will be coarse.
When the BR-DV600A’s TC DUPLICATE mode is used, the time code data played back on the GY-DV300 can also be dubbed.
Memo:
The operation methods differ with the characteristics and specifications of the connected equipment. Even if connection is possible, operation or data communication may sometimes be impossible to perform.
When a D-9 (digital S) component is connected by means of IEEE1394, (data and time data is not output from the D-9 component. (U MODEL) Also, data and time data is not recorded on the D-9 component.
If noise appears on the screen or the sound drops out, disconnect the DV cable and then connect it again or turn off the GY-DV300 before turning it on again.
Memo:
The GY-DV300 cannot be used as the recording component. (E MODEL)
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MODE CAM-B
VTRCAM-A
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
MODE switch
SELECT dial
MENU button
PLAYBACK
Outputting CH-3/CH-4 Channel Sound
Confirm that the MODE switch is set to “VTR.
1.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
2.
Using the SELECT dial, select the VTR SET item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The VTR menu screen is displayed.
3.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the PB. AUDIO SELECT item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The setting area starts blinking.
4.
Rotate the SELECT dial to make the settings.
CH1/CH2 : To reproduce the sound recorded during shooting. MIX : To simultaneously reproduce the sound recorded
during shooting and the sound after-recorded on CH-3 and CH-4.
CH3/CH4 : T o reproduce the sound after-recorded on CH-3 and
CH-4.
5.
When the SELECT dial is pressed, the set value is confirmed.
6.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item before pressing the SELECT dial.
4 channels are available when the DV format is recorded with 12-bit, 32 kHz audio sampling. The GY­DV300 records audio on the CH-1 and CH-2 channels. When the GY-DV300 is used for playback of tapes with sound recorded on the CH-3 and CH-4 channels on another unit, the PB AUDIO SELECT item on the VTR menu screen must be set.
Setting
TOP MENU screen
VTR menu screen
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The MENU consists of multiple layers of menu screens. The following shows the MENU screen structure when the MODE switch on the rear section is set to
CAM-A or CAM-B. Separate menu screens are
displayed for each position of the MODE switch (
CAM-A or CAM-B position).
The current position of
the MODE switch (e.g.,
CAM-A or CAM-B) is indicated after the CAMERA
SET and OPERATION SET
items on the TOP MENU screen.
TOP MENU screen
Normal screen
Indicates position of MODE switch.
Only in MANUAL mode
SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen
DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen
CAMERA menu screen
OPERATION menu screen
CLOCK/TC menu screen
SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen
DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen
Screen for presetting time code
Screen for setting date and time
The displayed screens differ with the setting of the MODE item (AUTO/ MANUAL). The OPERATION SET items can only be selected when the MODE item is set to MANUAL.
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1.
Connect the units with the DV cable.
2.
Turn ON both units.
3.
Set the MODE switch on the GY-DV300 to “VTR”.
4.
Insert the videocassettes.
GY-DV300 : Insert the videocassette to be dubbed to. Player unit : Insert the recorded videocassette.
5.
Start playback on the playback unit. For details, see the instructions to the unit used for playback.
The playback picture from the playback unit appears on the GY-DV300s LCD screen and viewfinder screen. The DV input signal indicator ( DV ) is shown on the screens.
6.
Press the REC START/STOP button on the GY-DV300 to start recording.
T o temporaril y pause the recording, press the REC START/
STOP button.
To restar t the recording, press the REC START/STOP
button again.
7.
When dubbing is completed. Press the REC START/STOP button or the AW (a) button on the GY-DV300 to stop recording, and then stop playback on the playback unit.
When using the GY-DV300 as recording unit (dubbing from another videocassette) (E MODEL)
Time code
DV input signal indicator
The GY-DV300 is provided with two REC START/STOP buttons: one on the rear section of the unit, and one on top of the handle. Both can be used for the operation.
Recording the GY-DV300 Camera Image for Backup Through the DV Connector
To use the GY-DV300 as camera and record a backup picture on another video component through the DV connector, set the MODE switch to
CAM-A or CAM-B.
DV
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When using the BR-DV600UAs back-up recording function, backup can be set to start automatically in accordance with the status of remaining tape on the GY-DV300.
Date and time data: Data sent from the playback unit is recorded Time code: The data generated by the GY-DV300s time code generator (
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Setting Menu Screens
Make the settings while observing the LCD screen or the
viewfinder screen. If the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the DISPLAY [2/2] screen is set to MIX, the menu screen can also be viewed on a monitor connected to the VIDEO OUT or Y/C OUT connector .
1.
Set the POWER switch to
ON.
2.
Set the MODE switch. (
CAM-A, CAM-B, VTR)
3.
Press the MENU button for about 1 second.
The TOP MENU screen appears.
4.
Select the menu screen to be set. Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the menu screen to be set, and then press the SELECT dial.
The selected menu screen appears.
5.
Select the menu item on the menu screen. Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the menu item to be set, and then press the SELECT dial.
The setting area of the selected item starts blinking, and the desired value can now be set.
POWER
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VTR
SHUTTER
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CAM-A
Various settings are made on the menu screens in accordance with the mode of usage of the GY -DV300. In the shooting mode, settings can be made on two separate sets of menus in accordance with the setting of the MODE switch (
CAM-A or CAM-B).
The contents of settings are retained in the GY-
DV300s memory also when the power is turned off.
MODE switch
MENU button
POWER switch
SELECT dial
Menus cannot be set during a recording.
TOP menu screen
Cursor
Indicates position of MODE switch
In the shooting mode, the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen is used to decide whether the AUTO mode or MANUAL mode should be used.
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The following shows the MENU screen structure when the MODE switch on the rear section is set to VTR.
VTR menu screen
SYSTEM menu screen
DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen
TOP MENU screen
Normal screen
DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen
CLOCK/TC menu screen
Screen for presetting time code
Screen for setting date and time
MENU SCREEN
MENU Screen Structure
(VTR Play-
back/DV Signal Input (U MODEL) Mode)
(U MODEL) (U MODEL) (U MODEL)
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Contents of Menu Screens
Different menu screens are displayed depending on whether the GY-DV300 is in the shooting mode or in the VTR playback mode. The setting values marked with the symbol in the explanations of the menu screens are the factory settings.
TOP MENU Screen (Shooting Mode)
Item Set Value Contents
MODE AUTO Selects the shooting mode.
MANUAL AUTO : Auto shooting mode.
MANUAL: Manual shooting mode.
Adjustment items can be set separately on the
OPERATION menu screen.
EARPHONE
Sets the volume of the sound from the EARPHONE jack in the shooting
LEVEL
mode. A higher value makes the sound louder.
SYSTEM SET Displays a menu screen related to the various functions available
in the shooting mode.
DISPLAY SET Displays a menu screen related to the display and brightness of
the LCD screen and viewfinder screen.
CAMERA SET Displays a menu screen related to adjustment of the image quality
of the camera image.
OPERATION Displays a menu screen for individual setting of AUTO/MANUAL
adjustment items in the shooting mode. This is only valid when the MODE item is set to MANUAL.
CLOCK/TC
Displays a menu screen for setting the date and time and the time code.
MENU ALL CANCEL To select whether the settings on menu screens should be reset RESET EXECUTE to the factory settings. When the reset operation is performed,
the menu settings for the CAM-A, CAM-B and VTR playback modes are all reset to the factory settings. CANCEL : Not reset EXECUTE : Reset
When the reset operation is performed, the power is automatically turned ON again after it has been turned OFF.
EXIT The normal screen returns when the SELECT dial is pressed
while the cursor is aligned with this item.
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Item Set Value Contents
VTR SET Displays a menu screen related VTR playback. SYSTEM SET Displays a menu screen related to the various functions. DISPLAY SET Displays a menu screen related to the display and brightness of
the LCD screen and viewfinder screen.
CLOCK/TC
Displays a menu screen for setting the date and time and the time code.
MENU ALL CANCEL To select whether the settings on menu screens should be reset RESET EXECUTE to the factory settings. When the reset operation is performed,
the menu settings for the CAM-A, CAM-B and VTR playback modes are all reset to the factory settings. CANCEL : Not reset EXECUTE : Reset
When the reset operation is performed, the power is automatically turned ON again after it has been turned OFF.
EXIT The normal screen returns when the SELECT dial is pressed
while the cursor is aligned with this item.
TOP MENU Screen (VTR Playback/DV Signal Input Mode)
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6.
Changing the set value. Rotate the SELECT dial to change the setting, and then press the SELECT dial.
The set value stops blinking and the setting is entered.
To change multiple items, repeat the procedures in steps 5
and 6 above.
7.
Return to the TOP MENU. Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the PAGE BACK item, and then press the SELECT dial.
To change settings on other menu screens, repeat the
procedures in steps 4 to 7 above.
8.
To return to the normal screen after completing the settings, use either of the following methods.
Press the MENU button or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and align the cursor (f) with the EXIT item, and then press the SELECT dial.
SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen
Set value
TOP menu screen
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Contents of Menu Screens (cont’d)
Item Set Value Contents
LONG PAUSE 3 MIN Selects the time (minutes) before the tape protection mode is TIME ● 30 MIN engaged when the recording-standby mode or still mode
continues. Tape protection mode: Drum rotation stops automatically. When used in a cold environment, this becomes 3 minutes regardless of the setting. 3 MIN : 3 minutes 30 MIN : 30 minutes
When used in a cold environment, this becomes 3 minutes regardless of the setting.
NEXT PAGE The SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen appears when the SELECT dial
is pressed.
PAGE BACK The TOP MENU returns when the SELECT dial is pressed.
SYSTEM [2/2] Menu Screen
Item Set Value Contents
FADER OFF
Selects whether fade is performed when recording is started and stopped.
BLACK OFF : No fade.
BLACK :
Picture fades in from black screen when recording is started; fades out to black screen when recording is stopped.
TALLY OFF Selects whether or not the TALLY lamp lights during recording.
ON OFF: TALLY lamp does not light during recording. ON : TALLY lamp lights during recording
HANDLE ZOOM SLOW Sets the zoom speed for when the ZOOM lever on the handle
MEDIUM section is used.
FAST SLOW : Zoom operation is slow
MEDIUM : Normal zoom operation speed FAST : Zoom operation is fast
DATE REC ● BARS Selects the mode for recording the date and time on the tape.
BARS+CAM When the date and time should be recorded on the tape, the
TIME/DATE item must be set to DISP+REC on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. Select the style of the time and date with the DISP STYLE item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen. BARS : Recorded when built-in color bar signal is output. BARS+CAM : Recorded when built-in color bar signal and the
camera image are output.
ASPECT ● 4:3 Selects the image size of the recorded image.
LETTER 4:3 : To record with the normal screen size with an
aspect ratio of 4:3.
LETTER : To record with a LETTER BOX screen with an
aspect ratio of 16:9 where the upper and lower part of the image is cut off.
SYSTEM Menu Screens (Shooting mode) (Cont
d)
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Item Set Value Contents
MIC1 INPUT INT Selects whether the built-in microphone or a microphone SEL XLR connected to the MIC 1 input connector should be used.
INT :
Use this setting when the built-in microphone should be used.
XLR: Use this setting when a microphone connected to the MIC
1 input connector should be used.
WIND CUT ● OFF Selects whether or not the wind noise picked up by the internal MIC1 ON microphone or a microphone connected to the MIC 1 input
connector is reduced. OFF: Not reduced. ON : Reduced.
WIND CUT OFF Selects whether or not the wind noise picked up by a microphone MIC2 ON connected to the MIC 2 input connector is reduced.
OFF: Not reduced. ON : Reduced.
+48V MIC1 ● OFF To set whether +48 V power should be supplied to a microphone
ON connected to the MIC 1 or MIC 2 input connector.
MIC 1 and MIC 2 are set separately.
+48V MIC2 OFF OFF : +48 V power is not supplied.
ON ON : +48 V power is supplied. Use this setting when a
phantom microphone is used.
AUDIO MODE 32K Selects the sampling frequency for audio recording (common for
48K CH-1 and CH-2) 32K :
Recording is performed with 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling frequency
48K :
Recording is performed with 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling frequency
*
4 channels are available when the DV format is recorded with 12-bit, 32 kHz audio sampling. The GY-DV300 records audio on the CH-1 and CH-2 channels. The GY-DV300 does not allow after-recording.
REC MODE SP Selects the recording speed mode.
LP SP : Standard Play recording speed mode.
LP : Long Play recording speed mode (recording time is 1.5
times longer than in the SP mode.)
In the shooting mode, the SYSTEM Menu Screen consists of two screens (1/2 screen and 2/2 screen).
SYSTEM 1/2 screen
SYSTEM Menu Screen (Shooting mode)
The displayed menu screens of the SYSTEM Menu Screen differ with the shooting mode and the VTR mode.
Memo:
“––” is displayed when the MIC1 INPUT SEL item is set to INT, and setting is not possible.
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Item Set Value Contents
ZEBRA ● OFF Selects whether zebra patterns should be shown on the LCD
70 – 80% screen and the viewfinder screen, and sets the luminance level 85 – 95% of the subject areas where the zebra pattern is displayed OVER 95% OFF: Not displayed. OVER 100% 70 – 80% : Zebra pattern displayed in areas with a luminance
level of 70% to 80%.
85 – 95% : Zebra pattern displayed in areas with a
luminance level of 85% to 95%.
OVER 95% : Zebra pattern displayed in areas with a
luminance level above 95%.
OVER 100% : Zebra pattern displayed in areas with a
luminance level above 100%.
LCD Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. BRIGHTNESS To brighten ... Make value higher
To dim ... Make value lower
LCD COLOR Adjusts the color saturation of the LCD screen.
Higher color saturation ...... Make value higher
Lower color saturation ....... Make value lower
LCD PEAKING Adjusts the contrast of the LCD screen.
To make contours sharper ...Make value higher To soften contours ... Make value lower
VF Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder screen.
BRIGHTNESS To brighten...... Make value higher
To dim............. Make value lower
VF COLOR Adjusts the color saturation of the viewfinder screen.
Higher color saturation ...... Make value higher
Lower color saturation ....... Make value lower
VF PEAKING Adjusts the contrast of the viewfinder screen.
To make contours sharper....... Make value higher
To soften contours ................... Make value lower
NEXT PAGE The DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen returns when the SELECT dial
is pressed. (Menu screen for selecting display items)
PAGE BACK The TOP MENU returns when the SELECT dial is pressed.
MENU SCREEN
Contents of Menu Screens (cont’d)
DISPLAY Menu Screen
MAX
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NORMAL
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MIN
The DISPLAY Menu Screen consists of two screens (1/2 Screen and 2/2 Screen).
DISPLAY [1/2] Menu Screen
Memo:
When the MODE switch is set to VTR (VTR playback /DV input mode), this item is not displayed.
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Item Set Value Contents
NET REMOTE OFF Used when the optional network pack KA-DV300 is mounted.
ON Selects whether the GY-DV300 should be controlled by external signals. OFF: Not controlled. ON : Controlled
SET UP OFF Selects whether the composite video or Y/C separate signal (U MODEL) ● ON should be provided with the setup level at the time of recording.
OFF : Setup level not provided. ON : Setup level provided. (Level 7.5%)
PAGE BACK The SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen returns when the SELECT dial
is pressed.
SYSTEM Menu Screens (Shooting mode) (Cont
d)
Item Set Value Contents
REC MODE SP Selects the recording speed mode when recording DV signals. (U MODEL) LP SP: Standard recording speed
LP : Long time recording speed mode (allows 1.5 times longer
recording than in the SP mode on the same amount of tape.)
LONG PAUSE 3 MIN Selects the time (minutes) before the tape protection mode is TIME 30 MIN engaged when the recording-standby mode or still mode continues.
Tape protection mode: Drum rotation stops automatically. 3 MIN : 3 minutes 30 MIN : 30 minutes
When used in a cold environment, this becomes 3 minutes regardless of the setting.
TALLY OFF Selects whether or not the TALLY lamp should light when (U MODEL) ON recording DV signals.
OFF: The TALLY lamp does not light. ON : The TALLY lamp lights.
NET REMOTE OFF Used when the optional network pack KA-DV300 is mounted.
ON Selects when the GY-DV300 should be controlled by external signals. OFF: Not controlled. ON : Controlled
SET UP OFF Selects whether the composite video or Y/C separate signal (U MODEL) ON should be provided with the setup level at the time of playback.
OFF : Setup level not provided. ON : Setup level provided. (Level 7.5%)
PAGE BACK The TOP MENU returns when the SELECT dial is pressed.
SYSTEM Menu Screens (VTR Playback mode)
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MASTER Adjusts the pedestal level (master black) which is the reference BLACK of black.
To increase the pedestal level... Make value higher To decrease the pedestal level... Make value lower
DETAIL Adjusts the contour (detail) enhancement level.
To sharpen contours.......... Make value higher
To soften contours ............. Make value lower
DTL. VH Sets the direction, horizontal (H) or vertical (V), in which detail FREQUENCY enhancement is applied more strongly.
To apply stronger enhancement in H direction: Make value higher To apply stronger enhancement in V direction: Make value smaller
V. RESOLUTION NORMAL Selects the increase of the vertical resolution.
V.MAX NORMAL: Standard vertical resolution (380 lines).
V.MAX: Increased vertical resolution (420 lines) However, the sensitivity is degraded and the bright sections may be colored depending on the subject.
AUTO KNEE OFF To select whether the auto knee function should operate.
ON OFF: Does not operate. ON: Operates.
MENU SCREEN
Contents of Menu Screens (cont’d)
The CAMERA menu screen can only be set in the shooting mode. The position (“CAM A” or CAM B) of the MODE switch is indicated after the menu title name.
CAMERA Menu Screen
Set Value
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AUTO KNEE function
When shooting a foreground subject, such as a human being, etc., with a high­brightness background, if the brightness level is set for the foreground subject, the background image will be blurred with white. In such a case, a clearer background is obtained when the auto knee function is used. This function is effective especially in the following cases:
When shooting a human being indoors with a view to the landscape out through a window.
When shooting a human being in the shade on a fine day.
When shooting a high-contrast scene.
* If a fast-moving high-brightness section like a car in sunlight is shot, the auto
knee function may change the brightness of the entire image along with the motion of the object. In this case, set the auto knee function to OFF.
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DISPLAY Menu Screen (cont
d)
Item Set Value Contents
TAPE REMAIN ● ON Selects whether the remaining tape time indication should be
OFF shown on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
ON : Displayed OFF: Not displayed
TIME CODE ON Selects whether the time code should be shown on the LCD
OFF screen and the viewfinder screen.
ON : Displayed OFF: Not displayed
TIME/DATE DISP+REC Selects whether the date and time should be shown on the LCD
DISPLAY screen or the viewfinder screen, and whether the indications OFF should be recorded on the tape.
DISP+REC :Displayed on the LCD screen or the viewfinder
screen and recorded on the tape.
DISPLAY : Only displayed on the LCD screen or the
viewfinder screen. OFF : Neither displayed nor recorded. The conditions for recording the date and time are selected with the DATE REC item on the SYSTEM [2/2] menu screen.
DISP STYLE ● DA TE+TIME Selects the style of the date and time indication and whether this
TIME should be shown on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen. DATE DATE+TIME: Date and time are shown.
TIME : Time is shown. DATE : Date is shown.
AUDIO LEVEL ON Selects whether the audio level meters should be shown on the
OFF LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
ON : Displayed OFF: Not displayed
CENTER MARK OFF Sets whether or not a centre mark is displayed.
ON ON : Displayed
OFF : Not displayed
OUTPUT CHAR. OFF Selects whether on-screen-indications are displayed on a
MIX monitor connected to the VIDEO OUT or Y/C OUT connector. OFF : On-screen-indications are not displayed MIX : On-screen-indications are displayed
PAGE BACK The DISPLAY [1/2] menu screen returns when the SELECT dial
is pressed.
Memo:
When the MODE switch is set to VTR (VTR playback /DV input mode), this item is not displayed.
DISPLAY [2/2] Menu Screen
When the mode switch is set to VTR, DISP + REC changes into OFF (D+R). In this case, TIME/DATE is neither displayed nor recorded.
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Contents of Menu Screens (cont’d)
Item Set Value Contents
AE ● ON Sets the AE (automatic exposure) function to ON or OFF.
OFF ON : AE function operates.
Gain is set to ALC, shutter to EEI, and iris is set to auto iris.
OFF: AE function does not operate.
When ON, “—” is displayed for the following IRIS and
SHUTTER items that cannot be set in this condition.
IRIS AUTO Selects automatic or manual iris adjustment.
MANUAL Enabled when the AE item is OFF.
AUTO : Selects the auto mode. MANUAL : Selects the manual mode.
SHUTTER ● STEP Selects whether fixed shutter speed (STEP) or variable scanning
VARIABLE rate should be employed for manual shutter speed adjustment.
Enabled when the AE item is OFF. STEP : Enables setting of different fixed shutter speeds.
(1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000)
VARIABLE : For changing the shutter speed at variable
scanning rate. Selected when shooting computer monitor screens, etc. (60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz)
WHITE AUTO Selects automatic or manual white balance adjustment. BALANCE PUSH AUTO AUTO : Selects the auto mode.
PUSH AUTO: Selects the manual mode.
OIS  OFF Selects whether or not camera-shake compensation should
ON operate. OFF: Not operating. ON : Operating.
CH1 AUDIO AUTO Selects whether the recording level adjustment of the CH1 LEVEL MANUAL channel sound is performed automatically or manually.
AUTO : Selects the auto mode. MANUAL : Selects the manual mode.
CH2 AUDIO AUTO Selects whether the recording level adjustment of the CH2 LEVEL MANUAL channel sound is performed automatically or manually.
AUTO : Selects the auto mode. MANUAL : Selects the manual mode.
PAGE BACK The TOP MENU returns when the SELECT dial is pressed.
The OPERATION menu screen can only be set in the manual shooting mode. The position (“CAM A” or CAM B) of the MODE switch is indicated after the menu title name. The item values set off by the symbol are the factory settings when the MODE switch is set to CAM-A. The item values set off by the symbol are the factory settings when the MODE switch is set to CAM-B.
OPERATION Menu Screen
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Item Set Value Contents
BLACK NORMAL Selects the gain for the dark section of the image. Set to an
STRETCH appropriate position in accordance with the subject. COMPRESS NORMAL : Standard mode.
STRETCH : By stretching the signal only for the dark section,
contrast in the dark portion of the image is enhanced.
COMPRESS : When an entire image is relatively light and the
contrast is low, the gain of the dark section is compressed to increase the contrast.
COLOR MATRIX ON Sets the color matrix.
OFF ON: The color reproducibility is enhanced, but noise increases.
OFF: The function is off.
GAMMA NORMAL Selects the gamma curve which determines the reproduction of
CINEMA black.
NORMAL : Standard condition. Normally, this setting is used. CINEMA : Cinema mode. This setting is used to obtain a
gamma curve similar to that of cinema movies.
PAGE BACK The TOP MENU returns when the SELECT dial is pressed.
CAMERA Menu Screen (Cont
d)
Memo:
When the GAMMA item is set to CINEMA, the
“– – –” indication will be shown for the COLOR MATRIX item and the item cannot be set.
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Alarm Indications and Actions
The GY-DV300 displays messages in the case of improper operation, notices on remaining battery power and tape and warnings in the case of abnormalities during VTR operation on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder. The TALLY lamp also blinks when the remaining battery power or tape becomes low.
Indications on the LCD screen/Viewfinder screen
Improper operation and notices
TALLY lamp
Indication
Screen
HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!
A
Indication Condition Remedy
CLOSE The cassette cover is open. Close the cassette cover. CASSETTE The GY-DV300 does not operate when COVER! the cassette cover is open.
NO TAPE Displayed when no videocassette is Insert a videocassette.
loaded.
REC INHIBIT Displayed when an unrecordable Set the switch on the back of the cassette
videocassette (the switch on the back of is set to “REC”. the cassette is set to
SA
VE) is loaded.
1394 INHIBIT Displayed if an attempt to record is Input the DV signal. (U MODEL) made when no DV signal is input.
COPY INHIBIT Displayed when attempt to record a A copy-guard protected signal cannot be
copy-guard protected signal is made. recorded.
LOW VOLTAGE Displayed when remaining battery Prepare a charged battery or replace the
power becomes low. battery immediately.
TAPE NEAR The remaining tape is 3 minutes or less. To continue the recording, prepare a new END (Only displayed in the shooting mode.) tape or replace with a new tape
immediately. TAPE END Displayed when the tape has run out. TAPE BEGIN Displayed when the tape is at begining
position
CASSETTE Displayed when the cassette cover was COVER OPEND! opened during recording.
CASS.CARRIAGE
Displayed when the cassette cover is Lock the cassette holder correctly.
UNLOCK
closed but the cassette holder is not locked.
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Item Set Value Contents
PB AUDIO CH1/2 Used to select which channels to reproduce when playing back a SELECT MIX tape with sound recorded on 4 channels.
CH3/4 CH1/2 : To reproduce the sound recorded on CH-1 and CH-2.
The GY-DV300 records audio on the CH-1 and CH-2 channels during shooting.
MIX :
To simultaneously reproduce the sound of all four channels.
CH3/4 :
To reproduce the sound of the CH-3 and CH-4 channels.
REM FF/REW FF/REW This selects the operation when the FF or REW command is MODE SEARCH received when the GY-DV300 is controlled by the Non-liner
editing controller FF/REW : Fast forward or rewind operation. Normally, use this
setting.
SEARCH: FWD search or REV search operation. Use this
setting if Cue up operation is not performed correctly when this item is set to FF/REW.
PAGE BACK
The TOP MENU (VTR) returns when the SELECT dial is pressed.
DRUM HOUR Indicates the accumulated hours of drum running time.
The cursor (f) cannot be aligned with this item.
VTR Menu Screen
CLOCK/TC Menu Screen
The VTR menu screen can only be set in the VTR playback mode.
Memo:
The GY-DV300 does not allow after-recording on the CH-3 and CH-4 channels.
Item Set Value Contents
TC PRESET The screen for setting the time code appears when the SELECT
dial is pressed. (
See page 45.)
CLOCK The screen for setting the date and time appears when the ADJUST SELECT dial is pressed. (
See page 41.)
DATE STYLE YY/MM/DD For selecting the style of the date display.
MM/DD/YY YY/MM/DD: Year/Month/Date display style. DD/MM/YY MM/DD/YY: Month/Date/Year display style.
DD/MM/YY: Date/Month/Year display style.
TIME STYLE 24 HOUR For selecting the style of the time display.
12 HOUR 24 HOUR : Displays the time using the 24-hour system.
12 HOUR : Displays the time using the 12-hour system.
SEC DISPLAY ON For selecting whether to include the seconds in the time display.
OFF ON : Seconds are displayed.
OFF: Seconds are not displayed.
PAGE BACK The TOP MENU returns when the SELECT dial is pressed.
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In Case of Difficulty
Symptoms Troubles, Checks and Remedial Actions
Power cannot be switched ON. Is power supply connected properly?
Is battery pack charged?
Was the power turned ON immediately after being turned OFF?
Wait at least 5 seconds before turning the power ON again once it has been turned OFF.
Operation buttons on the Is the cassette cover open? GY-DV300 fail to work. The GY-DV300 remains inoperative as long as the cassette
door is open.
Is a tape inserted?
Recording is not possible. Is the switch on cassette set to
REC? If it is set to SA
VE, set
it to REC.
Is the MODE switch set to
CAM-A or CAM-B? If set to VTR”,
shooting of camera is not possible.
The camera image does not Is the MODE switch set to
CAM-A or CAM-B? If set to VTR, appear on the LCD screen or in the camera image is not output. the viewfinder.
Image on the LCD screen or the Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen or viewfinder screen. viewfinder screen looks dark or Check if the ND filter switch is set to
ON.
unclear. • Is the iris closed?
Is the shutter speed setting too fast?
Manual adjustments, such as Is the shooting mode the AUTO mode? adjustment of shutter speed, gain, Is AE mode ON? iris, etc. not possible. To enable manual adjustments, set the AE item on the
OPERATION menu screen to OFF.
Camera-shake compensation Is the OIS item on the OPERATION menu screen set to OFF? does not work. Set to ON to activate the camera-shake compensation function.
The sound from the built-in Is the MIC1 INPUT SEL item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen microphone is not input. set to XLR?
To use the built-in microphone, set to INT.
The sound from the microphone Is the MIC1 INPUT SEL item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen connected to the MIC 1 input set to INT? connector is not input. To use the microphone connected to the MIC 1 input connector,
set to XLR.
Noise interferes with playback • Video head may be clogged with dirt. video. Clean head with the special head cleaning tape.
(
See page 10.)
Noise appears when playing back When a tape recorded on another unit is played back or used a tape recorded on another unit. for recording, this phenomenon may occur due to tracking errors.
The transient section between scenes recorded on other units and those recorded on the GY-DV300 may appear disturbed.
Sound is not heard from the built- Sound is not output from the built-in speaker in the recording in speaker in the recording mode. mode. The built-in speaker outputs the playback sound.
No sound during playback. Is the PB AUDIO SEL item on the VTR menu screen set to
CH3/4? To output the sound recorded during shooting, set to CH1/CH2.
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WARNINGS
TALLY lamp
This lamp blinks when the remaining battery voltage becomes low or the remaining tape is near end. (In shooting mode only)
Blinking Condition Remaining Battery/Tape
Slow blinking No more remaining battery power. (1 time per sec) Remaining tape time is 3 minutes or less.
Fast blinking Tape has run out. (4 timer per sec) Abnormality in VTR.
Memo:
The GY-DV300 is a microcomputer-controlled piece of equipment, which may malfunction due to external noise or interference. In this case, turn the power OFF, and then turn it ON again.
Indication Condition VTR operation and remedy
HEAD CLEANING Displayed in case of video head REQUIRED! clogging. (Head clogging is
detected and indicated during edit search in the recording mode and during playback.)
VTR WARNING Displayed when condensation (DEW) occurs in the GY-DV300.
VTR WARNING Displayed when abnormality (HARD) occurs in the GY-DV300.
VTR WARNING The tape is cut. (TAPE)
Operation : Continues Remedy : Clean the head with the
special head cleaning tape. (
See page 10.)
Operation : Attempts to operate are
rejected.
Remedy : Leave the GY-DV300 with
the power turned ON until the indication disappears.
Operation : Operation stops. All attempts
to operate are rejected.
Remedy : This condition can be
cancelled by setting the POWER switch to
OFF and then back to ON again. In some cases, however, the tape may be damaged. Please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.
Operation : Operation stops. Remedy : Take out the cassette tape.
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Displaying the Hour Meter Display
The GY-DV300 indicates the accumulated hours of drum running time by means of the HOUR METER displayed on the LCD screen or viewfinder screen. Display of the HOUR METER is selected by the DRUM HOUR item on the VTR menu screen. This is used as yardstick for periodical maintenance. (
See page 9.)
POWER
OFF
ON
MODE CAM-B
VTR
SHUTTER
MENU
GAIN
CAM-A
1.
Set the POWER switch to
ON.
2.
Set the MODE switch to
VTR.
3.
Press the MENU button to display the TOP MENU screen.
4.
Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the VTR
SET item, and then press the SELECT dial.
The VTR menu screen is displayed.
The accumulated drum running time is indicated after the
DRUM HOUR item on the VTR menu screen.
5.
To return to the normal screen, use either of the following
methods.
Press the MENU button or
Return to the TOP MENU screen and then select the EXIT item from the TOP MENU screen before pressing the SELECT dial.
POWER switch
SELECT dial
MENU button
TOP MENU screen
VTR menu screen
Indicates accumulated drum running time
MENU
S
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STEM
S
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LR
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SET
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PB AUD
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VTR
OSELECT CH CH/21
REM FF
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REW FF
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REWMOD E
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CK
MODE switch
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Symptoms Troubles, Checks and Remedial Actions
Mosaic-type noise appears during This is a phenomenon caused by the digital characteristics. search. This is not a malfunction.
Playback does not start even if the Is the MODE switch set to
VTR?
playback button is pressed. Playback is not possible if the switch is set to
CAM-A or CAM-
B.
DV signal input not possible. • Is the MODE switch set to
VTR?
Input of DV signal is not possible if the switch is set to
CAM-A
or CAM-B. (U MODEL)
The GY-DV300 is not capable of recording DV signals. (U MODEL)
Cassette cannot be ejected after The capacity of the power supply may be insufficient. Check the power is turned ON. the power voltage.
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CAMERA SECTION Image pickup devices
: 1/3-inch interline CCD × 3
Colour separation optical system :
F1.6 3-colour separation prism
Number of effective pixels :
440,000 pixels ((H) 752 × (V) 582)
Colour system : PAL (wide-band R-Y, B-Y
encoder)
Colour bars : EBU standard colour bar Sync system : Internal sync (built-in
SSG)
Lens magnification : 14X (optical) Optical filter : 1/32 ND built-n Sensitivity : F11, 2000 lx Minimum illumination :
2.65 lx (F1.6, LOLUX mode) Calculated value
Gain : –3 dB to 18 dB (1 dB step),
ALC, LOLUX
Electronic shutter speed :
1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
Variable scan speed : 50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz Contour correction : Horizontal: dual-edged.
Vertical: dual-edged
LENS SECTION Focal length : f = 5.7 mm – 79.8 mm Max. aperture : 1:1.6 (WIDE) – 1:2.8
(TELE)
Minimum distance to subject :
1.0 m (full zoom range)
Camera-shake compensation range :
±0.3 degrees
[ VTR SECTION] Recording format : DV format SD specifica-
tion
Format : MiniDV Tape speed : 18.831 mm/sec (SP
mode), 12.568 mm/s (LP
OTHERS
Specifications
mode)
Record/Play time : 60 minutes (With M-
DV60ME cassette, SP Mode) 90 minutes (With M­DV60ME cassette, LP Mode)
F.F/Rewind time : Approx. 2 minutes (With
M-DV60ME cassette)
[VIDEO SIGNAL SYSTEM] Recording format : 8-bit, 13.5 MHz, 4:2:0
component recording
[AUDIO SIGNAL SYSTEM] Recording format : 16-bit, 48 kHz, 2-channel
PCM audio/12-bit, 32 kHz 4-channel PCM audio (re­cording only 2 channels)
Frequency response: 50 Hz to 20 kHz (in 48 kHz
mode)
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNALS Video signal output : 1 V (p-p), 75 ohms un-
balanced composite out­put. (BNC)
YC output : Y 1 V (p-p) 75 ohms un-
balance C 0.3 V (p-p) 75 ohms un­balance (4P)
Microphone input : –60 dBs, 3 kohms bal-
anced, phantom power supply +48 V output sup­ported (XLR 3-P, 2 sys­tems)
Audio output : –8 dBs, 1 kohms, un-
balanced (RCA)
Earphone output : –60 dBs to 28 dBs, at 8-
ohm load (monaural mini­jack)
DV connector :4P DC input : 6V to 12V DC Built-in microphone : Unidirectional, sensitivity
–40 dBs
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CAMERA SECTION Image pickup devices
: 1/3-inch interline CCD × 3
Color separation optical system :
F1.6 3-color separation prism
Number of effective pixels :
380,000 pixels ((H) 768 × (V) 492)
Color system : NTSC (wide-band R-Y , B-
Y encoder)
Color bars : SMPTE standard color bar Sync system : Internal sync (built-in
SSG)
Lens magnification : 14X (optical) Optical filter : 1/32 ND built-n Sensitivity : F11, 2000 lx Minimum illumination :
2.65 lx (F1.6, LOLUX mode) Calculated value
Gain : –3 dB to 18 dB (1 dB step)
ALC, LOLUX
Electronic shutter speed :
1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
Variable scan speed : 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz Contour correction : Horizontal: dual-edged.
Vertical: dual-edged
LENS SECTION Focal length : f = 5.7 mm – 79.8 mm Max. aperture : 1:1.6 (WIDE) – 1:2.8
(TELE)
Minimum distance to subject :
1.0 m (full zoom range)
Camera-shake compensation range :
±0.3 degrees
[ VTR SECTION] Recording format : DV format SD specifica-
tion
Format : MiniDV
OTHERS
Specifications
Tape speed : 18.812 mm/sec (SP
mode), 12.555 mm/s (LP mode)
Record/Play time : 60 minutes (With M-
DV60ME cassette, SP Mode) 90 minutes (With M­DV60ME cassette, LP Mode)
F.F/Rewind time : Approx. 2 minutes (With
M-DV60ME cassette)
[VIDEO SIGNAL SYSTEM] Recording format : 8-bit, 13.5 MHz, 4:1:1
component recording
[AUDIO SIGNAL SYSTEM] Recording format : 16-bit, 48 kHz, 2-channel
PCM audio/12-bit, 32 kHz 4-channel PCM audio (re­cording only 2 channels)
Frequency response: 50 Hz to 20 kHz (in 48 kHz
mode)
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNALS Video signal output : 1 V (p-p), 75 ohms un-
balanced composite out­put. (BNC)
YC output : Y 1 V (p-p) 75 ohms un-
balance C 0.286 V (p-p) 75 ohms unbalance (4P)
Microphone input : –60 dBs, 3 kohms bal-
anced, phantom power supply +48 V output sup­ported (XLR 3-P, 2 sys­tems)
Audio output : –8 dBs, 1 kohms,
unbalanced (RCA)
Earphone output : –60 dBs to 28 dBs, at 8-
ohm load (monaural mini­jack)
DV connector :4P DC input : 6V to 12V DC Built-in microphone : Unidirectional, sensitivity
40 dBs
U
E
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Specifications (cont
d)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
GENERAL Power consumption
: 7.2 V
2.0A
Mass : Approx. 1.4 kg (without
battery)
Allowable operating temperatures :
0 °C to 40 °C
Allowable operating humidity :
30% to 80% RH
Allowable storage temperatures :
–20 °C to 60 °C
ACCESSORIES Instruction Manual :x 1
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Battery Pack : BN-V416, BN-V428 AC power adapter (battery pack charger) :
AA-P30
Microphone : MV-P615U Microphone holder : KA-A33 Network pack : KA-DV300 DV cable : VX-DV130 (4P-4P)
VX-DV230 (4P-6P)
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Specifications (cont
d)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
GENERAL Power consumption
: DC7.2 V
14.4 W
Mass : Approx. 1.4 kg
(without battery)
Allowable operating temperatures :
0 °C to 40 °C
Allowable operating humidity :
30% to 80% RH
Allowable storage temperatures :
–20 °C to 60 °C
ACCESSORIES Instruction Manual :x 1 Battery Pack : BN-V428 AC power adapter (battery pack charger) :
AA-P30
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Microphone : MV-P615U Microphone holder : KA-A33 Network pack : KA-DV300 DV cable : VX-DV130 (4P-4P)
VX-DV230 (4P-6P)
U
E
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DV CAMCORDER
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
Printed in Japan LWT0017 (U MODEL) LWT0018 (E MODEL)
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.
© 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
® ®
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EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS (unit: mm)
W
W
T
T
VOLUME
EJECT
START/
STOP
DV CAMCORDER GY-DV300
IRIS
AUDIO LEVEL
CH-1 CH-2
ND FILTER
ON
OFF
FOCUS
AUTO
PUSH AUTO
MANU
OPEN
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357
130
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