JVC GY-DV500 User Manual

JVC

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV500

INSTRUCTIONS

Mini

* The illustration shows the GY-DV500 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached.

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance.

This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper.

Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-DV500 DV Camcorder. These instructions are for GY-DV500E.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 12V DC only. CAUTION: To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source.

NOTE:

The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the top frame.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING ON LITHIUM BATTERY

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate. Replace battery with Matsushita Electric CR2032, use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

• Dispose of used battery promptly

• Keep away from children.

• Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

Mini

This unit is a MiniDV video system format camcorder. Videocassettes which 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-DV500) 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.

• This unit records and plays back in the SP mode. Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible.

• Due to manufacturing dispersion of tapes, we recommend not to record pictures 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.

• 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.

• Compact, lightweight design Employment of magnesium die cast has resulted in an operation-condition weight as low as approximately 5 kg

including lens, viewfinder, battery, and cassette.

• DV high-quality digital format The 4:2:0, 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital 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.

• Concentrated LCD display (back-lit) The concentrated LCD panel shows the time code and CTL counter, tape remaining time, remaining battery power, audio levels, VCR section setup menus, hour meter data, and a variety of warning indications. The display is back-lit to

facilitate viewing in dark locations.

• Time code reader/generator The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record

EBU time code and user's bits.

• AEF (Automatic Edit Function) enables neat switching between recorded scenes.

• Built-in monitor loudspeaker for audio checking The input audio can be monitored in recording or EE mode.

The playback sound can be monitored in the playback mode. The loudspeaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an abnormal condition occurs in the unit.

• Rec check function for convenient recording review

• Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality picture

Three 1/2" CCDs with 440,000 effective pixels employed. Digital signal processing for reproduction of DV high-quality picture.

• Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 Ix

2000 Ix standard sensitivity increased to F/11 while high S/N is retained. Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination eliminating the need for extra illumination.

• LOLUX for 0.75 Ix (F1.4) illumination Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +33 dB gain. This is

ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no illumination.

• Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit Multi-zone auto iris detection circuit ensures optimum iris position even in backlit conditions or when a bright subject moves in a frame. Switch provided for selecting over or under-

level.

• Safety Zone indication in viewfinder

Three types of safety zone indicator functions provided.

• Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder

• Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function Eliminating the need for troublesome switch or filter operations, the FAS function automatically provides a wide range of compatibility with shooting conditions which varies

as you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright and dark locations.

• Colour temperature conversion filters for "3200K", "5600K", "5600 K + ND" provided.

• Variable scan shutter Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than

PAL, such as computer monitor screens.

Copes with the range from 50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz.

• DV (i. LINK) connector

DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data to other equipment provided with DV connector, such as a non-linear editing controller.

• S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function Enables memorization of the start point and ending point of

each scene or memorization of CUE points.

• 1/2" bayonet type lens

• Camera output, VCR playback output (composite/YC) possible

• External sync input connector

• Built-in colour bar (EBU type)

• Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected by dial.

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CONTENTS

MAIN FEATURES.........................................................

1. INTRODUCTION

Main Unit Configuration..............................................

1-1

Precautions for Proper Use

1-2

Routine and Periodical Maintenance

1-3

Videocassette to be Used ..........................................

1-4

Battery Pack to be Used

1-5

Condensation.............................................................

1-6

Characteristic CCD Phenomena................................

1-7

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Front Section ............................................................

2-1

Right

Side

2-2

Left Side Section......................................................

2-3

Top Section

2-4

Rear Section

2-5

Counter Display Contents ........................................

2-6

Lens (optional)

2-7

1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional)

2-8

Indications in Viewfinder ..........................................

2-9

Section....................................................

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•Warning LED Indicators Inside the Viewfinder.......

• Viewfinder Screen Display .....................................

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19 20 22 23 24 25 25 25

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PREPARATIONS

Turning the Power ON ..............................................

5-1

Cassette Loading and Unloading .............................

5-2

Setting the Date and Time........................................

5-3

39 40 41

7 8 8 8 9

SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE

6. SHOOTING

Camera Settings

6-1

Viewfinder Adjustment.............................................

6-2

External Monitor Adjustment....................................

6-3

Back Focus Adjustment............................................

6-4

White Balance Adjustment.......................................

6-5

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• White Balance Adjustment.....................................

• Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW).....................

Switch Settings of the VCR Section .........................

6-6

Audio Input Signal Selection

6-7

Recording Level Adjustment ....................................

6-8

Monitorinq Audio dunnq Recording..........................

6-9

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42 43 43 44 45 45 45 46 47 48 49

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

Basic Recording Operation ......................................

7-1

VCR Save Mode.......................................................

7-2

If Unit is Left in Record-Pause (Standby) Mode .......

7-3

50 52 52

7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Pause Mode

(Recording Check

Function)

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BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND

3. ADJUSTMENTS

Basic System ...........................................................

3-1

Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional).........................

3-2

Attaching the Viewfinder...........................................

3-3

Attaching the Microphone (provided)

3-4

Attaching the Microphone (optional) ........................

3-5

Attaching the Tripod Base (provided) .......................

3-6

Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries ..

3-7

DOWFR •SIIPPIY

4-1

AC Operation ...........................................................

Battery Pack Operation ............. ..............................

4-2

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• Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack.............

•

Using an Anton-Bauer Battery Pack

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• Remaining Battery Power Display/Precautions for

the Battery Pack.....................................................

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35 35 36 37

8. PLAYBACK MODE

Playback Procedure

8-1

Fast-Forward, Rewind

8-2

Search......................................................................

8-3

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9. TIME CODE OPERATION

Displaying Time Code ..............................................

9-1

Presetting and Recording of Time Code ..................

9-2

•Time Code Presetting Procedure...........................

• Presetting User's Bit Data......................................

Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time

9-3

Codes Recorded on Tape ........................................

Reproducing Time Codes.........................................

9-4

10. S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) FUNCTION

Explanation of the S.S.F. Function ...........................

10-1

How to Use the S.S.F. Function................................

10-2

Deleting

10-3

Resetting S.S.F. Data

10-4

Writing S.S.F. Data to Tape

10-5

Outputting S.S.F. Data..............................................

10-6

S.S.F.

Data

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56 56 57 57

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60 61 62 62 63 63

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11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector

11-1

Connecting a PC......................................................

11-2

12. SETUP MENU

VCR Setup Menu

12-1

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•VCR Setup Menu Configuration.............................

• Displaying and Setting VCR Setup Menus.............

•VCR Setup Menu Contents....................................

Camera Menu Screen Flow .....................................

12-2

How to Select

12-3

VF Display Screen

12-4

OPERATION Screen

12-5

PROCESS Screen ...................................................

12-6

ADVANCED PROCESS Screen...............................

12-7

SKIN COLOUR ADJUST Screen

12-8

FILE MANAGE Screen.............................................

12-9

SETUP Screen.........................................................

12-10

Resetting

12-11

from

the Camera Menu

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Camera Menu Setting Values

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13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW).......................

13-1

IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment...................................

13-2

• Adjustment of Lens Iris ..........................................

• Zebra Pattern Display during Manual Adjustment......

Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer Monitor

13-3

Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment...................................

13-4

•

Gain Switching

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• Gain Boost under LOLUX Condition ......................

Switch Setup According to Illumination and Subject

13-5

• Switch Functions....................................................

•

Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Function

How

13-6

Use Skin

Detail

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66 66 67 68 70 71 72 73 74 75 75 76 77 78

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14. OTHERS

Troubleshooting...................................................•....

14-1

• Alarm Indications...................................................

•Warnings in Viewfinder...........................................

•Troubles

Hour Meter Display ..................................................

14-2

Specifications...........................................................

14-3

with Error Code Outputs

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without Error Code Outputs

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• Optional Accessories.............................................

• External Dimensions..............................................

86 86 88

92 93 94 94

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1. INTRODUCTION

The GY-DV500 configuration is as shown below.

CAUTION :

• The front base mount may be locked while the pin of the tripod base is not inserted into the hole on the rear base mount of

the unit. Therefore, after mounting, make sure that these parts are engaged properly.

• When moving the GY-DV500 mounted on a tripod, any impact or vibration should be avoided as this may cause the unit to

become detached and to drop from the tripod. Be sure to remove the unit from the tripod before transporting it.

• Supply voltage Make sure that the power is between 11 V and 15V DC. If the power voltage is too low, abnormal colour and increased noise may occur. Do not exceed 15 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-DV500 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C.

• Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor, etc., the picture may contain noise and the colours may be incorrect.

• 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.

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• 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.

• Optical performance of lens

Due to the optical performance of the lens, colour divergence phenomena (magnification chromatic aberration) may occur at the periphery of the image. This is not a camera malfunction.

• Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching between the playback picture and the EE picture,

• Use the unit in an upright position. If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate, adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on 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 an object other 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

• Do not set the POWER switch to OFF or remove the power cable during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape may be damaged.

1. INTRODUCTION

• When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER switch • The camera may be unstable in the period immediately after to OFF in order to reduce power consumption, the power is turned on, but this is not a malfunction.

• Cleaning the body: Wipe body with a dry, soft cloth. When it is • If a tape containing recorded NTSC signals is played back, extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral the GY-DV500 automatically enters the STOP mode. If this detergent, wring it out and then wipe. To prevent deformation happens, remove the videocassette so that the unit returns of the body, etc. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow to its normal state. volatile liquids such as benzine and thinner to touch the body, and do not wipe it with a cloth soaked in such a liquid.

CAUTION :

• 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 lens or viewfinder may result in damage.

The GY-DV500 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 collect dirt 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 failing to maintain

the video and audio quality at high levels. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using a head cleaning tape as routine maintenance. However, 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 Periodical Maintenance

•

To maintain beautiful pictures and sound, be sure to use a head cleaning tape to clean the head periodically. (Read the separate sheet "Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape".) 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.

Block Noise

•

Use the provided head cleaning tape. Do not use head cleaning tapes other than specified. For instructions on how to use the head cleaning tape and precautions for its use, read the separate sheet "Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape".

•

When dirt adheres to the heads of the GY-DV500, the following indications appear during playback and recording check using the RET button on the lens section.

• "RF" appears on the display panel.

• "HEAD CLOG" appears on the counter display.

• "VTR WARNING (HEAD)" appears in the viewfinder. If this kind of indication appears, please stop the recording.

Head cleaning is required. This indicator disappears when

the POWER is turned OFF, or when the cleaning tape is

played back.

"RF" indicator

Contents :

The maintenance contents vary depending on the operating

environment and method. Therefore, the above data should be considered as a reference.

Time manaqement

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 "HOUR METER DISPLAY" on page 92.

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.

Check or replace the following mechanical parts according to the running time.

-"HEAD CLOG" indicator

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1. INTRODUCTION

• Use JVC's Videocassette tapes marked with MiniDV for this unit.

Please use DVM60 or DVM30 type videocassettes.

• Videocassettes cannot be used upside down

• 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.

• Note that if an ME80 Videocassette is used at low temperatures, block noise tends to occur due to head

The GY-DV500 can use any of the following battery packs.

• Flat shape type

• Anton-Bauer battery pack: Trimpack 13/14 Series Magnum 13/14 Series Compack 13/14 Series Propack 13/14 Series

• Videocassette tapes marked MiniDV are provided with a switch on the back for use in preventing accidental

erasure.

• Slide the switch to SAVE to protect the required recording in the tape from being overwritten.

• To record on the tape, slide the switch to REC.

Switch

* An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be connected directly

to the camera. It is necessary to mount the optional battery holder.

• Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 For details on how to mount the battery holder, see page

37.

To display the remaining battery power accurately, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 BATTERY TYPE according to the type of the battery pack in use. (See page 69)

• 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 be stuck 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.

Do not leave the Videocassette inserted when moving the camera under conditions where the temperature environment changes.

Head drum

Video tape

OPERATE/WARNING

DEW indicator

• When condensation occurs in this unit, the DEW indicator on the display lights up, and the WARNING LED blinks red. (See page 86)

To remedy, leave the unit with the power ON and wait until the WARNING LED stops blinking red and the DEW indicator disappears from the counter display.

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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.

Smear

•(Vertical pale streaking appearing at high luminous object)

•High luminous object (Electric light, sunlight, etc.)

•Blooming

Monitor screen

(Blurring in highlight)

Moire or Aliasing

Shooting stripes or fine patterns may cause a jagged effect or a banding in fine mesh patterns.

1. INTRODUCTION

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-coupled device (CCD). As far as possible, use the unit under conditions where the temperature of the unit does not increase.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[LENS] Lens control connector

Connect 12-pin lens control cable from lens.

Viewfinder mount base, sliding securing ring

Mount the Viewfinder on the base and secure it using the

sliding securing ring.

See "Attaching the Viewfinder" on page 31.

[VF] Viewfinder connector (6-pin)

Connect the cable from the viewfinder here.

[MIC IN] Microphone input connector (XLR 3-pin)

Balanced 3-pin connector for camera microphone.

• When the camera microphone to be connected is a phantom microphone or other type of microphone, set the CAM MIC 48V item on the Camera Setup menu.

See page 77.

• When using a microphone with this connector, set the AUDIO INPUT switches 0 0 on page 14 to FRONT in accordance with the audio channel (CH1 or CH2) to be recorded.

See page 14.

Pin No.

1 2 3

Function GND HOT COLD

CAUTION:

• The provided microphone is a phantom microphone. Please confirm that the CAM MIC 48 V item on the Camera SETUP Menu is set to "ON".

• When using a microphone other than a phantom microphone, first set the CAM MIC 48 V item to "OFF" before connecting the microphone. Otherwise the microphone may be damaged.

No.

1 2 3

5 6

RET switch

VCR trigger

Lens AUTO/MANU control

IRIS control

+12VDC

Function

GND

No.

9 10 11 12

Function

IRIS position

IRISA/R INPUT

EXTENDER position

ZOOM position

[ZEBRA] Switch

When this switch is ON, a zebra pattern is superimposed on the Viewfinder areas having video levels with a luminance level of 70% to 80%. This pattern can be used as a reference for manual adjustment of the lens iris.

• The zebra patterns are only displayed on the viewfinder screen. The zebra patterns are not generated for the MONITOR OUT orY/C OUT output.

See "Zebra Pattern during Manual Adjustment" on page 80.

• The default value is 70% - 80%. The luminance level can be changed with the ZEBRA setting in the VF DISPLAY Menu screen.

See "ZEBRA" item on page 72. While this switch is pressed to the SKIN AREA side, the colour tone areas specified with the SKIN DTL ADJUST item on the ADVANCED PROCESS MENU are indicated in

the viewfinder. The switch returns to the OFF position when

released.

See "How to Use Skin Detail" on page 84.

• The Skin Detail colour tone areas are not indicated while the VTR playback picture is shown in the viewfinder.

[VTR] VTR trigger button (record start/stop button)

Record start/stop can be effected with this button. (It is interlocked with the VTR trigger button on the lens

section.)

[AUDIO LEVEL CH-1] CH-1 recording level control

Adjusts the recording level of the CH1 audio signal input.

Normally, the camera is used with the control set to the maximum (10) position.

• To use this control, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE to "ENABLE".

Note:

Even when the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 is set to DISABLE, the recording level changes slightly when this control is turned.

[AUTO WHITE/ACCU FOCUS] switch

AUTO WHITE:

• First, position a white object to occupy 80% of the centre of the image.

• Setting this switch to the upper position ("AUTO WHT") will provide automatic adjustment for white balance.

• It is not activated in preset, full auto shooting, full-time auto white balance and colour bar modes.

See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 45.

ACCU FOCUS:

• When this switch is set to "ACCU FOCUS" in the lower position, the lens iris will be forced to open for approximately ten seconds.

• The depth of field can be reduced and the lens focusing can be adjusted more accurately.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

CAUTION:

• As the automatic shutter is activated here, flicker may appear on the screen depending on the lighting conditions (such as a fluorescent lamp, etc.)

• This operation is not possible in the LOLUX mode.

[TAKE] button

The Super Scene Finder (S.S.F.) function retains the time code data for IN point and OUT point or CUE point in the

unit's memory.

' See "S.S.F. Function on" page 60.

Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever

Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring anticlockwise to release lens. To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and

then turn the ring clockwise until firm.

See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 31.

[FILTER] Colour temperature conversion filter control knob

This knob changes the internal colour temperature filter.

See "Camera Settings" on page 42.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[Camera Setting Section]

[ALARM] Volume control

Turn to adjust the volume of the alarm tone that is output from the monitoring loudspeaker or earphone in case of a warning or other abnormal condition occurring with the GYDV500. Turn this control anticlockwise to reduce the volume. Setting this control to the minimum position mutes the alarm tone.

[MONITOR] Audio monitor volume control

Adjusts the volume of the monitoring loudspeaker and earphone. The audio is muted when this control is set to the minimum position.

[STATUS] Status/menu button

• Pressing this button in the normal screen mode (condition when menu is not shown) displays a status screen in the viewfinder. The displayed status mode changes each time the button is pressed.

See "Status Screens" on page 25.

• Pressing this button for more than 1 second in the normal screen mode displays the Camera Menu screen in the viewfinder. Pressing this button while the menu screen is displayed in the viewfinder makes the menu screen disappear. "s- See "How to Select from the Camera Menu" on page

71.

[SHUTTER/MENU] dial

•

Pressing this dial once in the normal screen mode (condition when menu is not shown) displays the shutter speed for approximately 5 seconds. When this dial is

turned upwards while the shutter speed is displayed, the shutter speed becomes slower. When turned downwards, the shutter speed becomes faster. The selected shutter speed is memorised for each file. To return the memorised shutter speed to the factory preset, press the dial one more time while the shutter speed is displayed.

•

When this dial is turned upwards or downwards while the menu screen is displayed, the cursor (>) also moves upwards or downwards to allow selection of items in the menu. To change the setting value of the item, press this dial. When the setting value starts blinking, turn this dial upwards or downwards to change the setting.

See "How to Select Camera Menus" on page 71.

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[LOLUX] LOLUX On/Off button

This button toggles the LOLUX mode on and off.

• LOLUX gain gives extremely low light level sensitivity for special applications. This will result in an increase of 33 dB (approximately 45 times) in the LOLUX mode.

• LOLUX operation takes priority over normal gain setting.

• If the unit is placed in the LOLUX mode when it is in full auto shooting mode, the auto level control (ALC) (one of the full auto shooting functions) will be made inactive, so that the LOLUX mode is given preference (FAW still remains active).

"a- See "GAIN BOOST UNDER LOLUX CONDITION" on

page 82.

[BLACK] Black stretch/black compression switch

Switches the gain for the dark section of the image. Set to an appropriate position depending on the video signal to be shot.

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

By stretching the signal only for the dark section, contrast in the dark portion of the image is enhanced. Standard mode. When an entire image is relatively light

and the contrast is low, the gain of the dark section is compressed to increase the contrast.

[FULL AUTO] Full auto shooting ON/OFF button

and indicator

• This switch toggles the full auto shooting function on and off.

• The indicator lights when in the full auto mode.

• Full auto shooting combines the auto iris, auto level control (ALC) to automatically adjust the video signal level and

the white balance to their optimum levels.

• The iris is placed in automatic mode even if the iris mode

switch of the lens is in manual.

• The gain will vary continuously to the maximum of +12 dB. The shutter speed will vary continuously to the minimum of 1/200 of a second.

See "Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function" on page 83.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[AUTO IRIS] Auto iris level switch

This switch selects the automatic iris adjustment reference value according to the condition in which the camera is used. BACK. L : Under back light (Opens the iris about 1

step from the standard level.)

NORMAL: Normal condition SPOT. L : Under spotlight (Closes the iris about 1 step

from the standard level.)

See "SWITCH FUNCTIONS" on page 83.

i [GAIN] switch

Electronically boosts the light sensitivity when there is insufficient illumination on the subject. The boosting level differs depending on the switch position as follows: (Factory presets) L : 0 dB (no boosting is applied) M : 9 dB (boosted to approximately 3 times the original)

H : 18 dB (boosted to approximately 8 times the original)

• The boosting level for each switch position can be changed with the OPERATION menu screen. («s- See page 73.)

The more the boosting level is increased, the more the

resulting image will be noisy.

[VTR SAVE/STBY] switch

Used to select the status of the GY-DV500 when the power is turned ON and a videocassette is loaded. STBY: The GY-DV500 is in the standby mode.

When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV500 enters the record-pause mode.

SAVE: The GY-DV500 is in the save mode.

• The status of the GY-DV500 is displayed on the Status screen 1 in the viewfinder.

[OUTPUT] Colour bar/Camera/Auto knee switch

This switch is used to select the output signal. When the video signal from the shooting camera is selected, the auto knee function is available.

CAM. AUTO KNEE ON:

Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is available.

CAM. AUTO KNEE OFF:

Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is not available.

BARS: Outputs the colour bar signal. In this mode, the

auto knee function is not available. Set to this position when adjusting the video monitor or

when recording the colour bar signal.

AUTO KNEE function

When shooting a foreground subject, such as a human being, etc., with a high-brightness 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. It 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.

CAUTION:

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.

[WHT.BAL] White balance switch

Three white balance modes are selectable with this switch. B : If white balance is performed with the

switch in this position, it will be memorised into B.

A : If white balance is performed with the

switch in this position, it will be memorised into A.

PRST (PRESET): A non-erasable white balance setting at

3200K.

• FAW (Full-time Auto White) mode can be set to A, B or PRESET with the OPERATION MENU (see page 73). In the FAW mode, video colour temperatures are

constantly sampled for automatic adjustment to a proper white balance.

[NG] button

Pressing this button while recording or in the record-pause mode deletes the S.S.F. data stored in the memory of the GY-DV500 with the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. This function is only valid in the MARK mode.

See "S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) Function" on page 60.

[POWER] switch

Turn the power ON and OFF with this switch.

• When this switch set to ON while a videocassette is

loaded, the GY-DV500 status differs depending on the setting of the VTR (SAVE/STBY) switch <E>.

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[Audio Setting Section]

Monitoring loudspeaker

• Enables EE monitoring of the input audio signal during recording, in the record-pause mode or in the stop mode.

Outputs the playback sound in the playback mode. The sound to be output can be selected using the

MONITOR SELECT switch .

• The loudspeaker volume can be adjusted with the MONITOR volume control on page 12.

The audio from the loudspeaker is not output when an earphone is plugged into the EARPHONE jack on page

20. The warning alarm tones are also output through this loudspeaker.

e- See "ALARM INDICATIONS" on pages 86.

[CH1 AUDIO LEVEL] CH1 recording level control

Adjust the recording level of the CH1 audio channel with this control.

• To use this control, set the CH1 AUDIO SELECT switch

to "MANUAL' This control works regardless of the setting of the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE.

To use this control, set the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 recording level control (0 on page 10) on the front section to the maximum (10) position, or set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE to "DISABLE".

[CH2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH2 recording level control

Adjust the recording level of the CH2 audio channel with this control.

• This control is valid only when the CH2 AUDIO SELECT switch 0 is set to "MANUAL".

[MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor selector switch

This switch is used to select the monitor sound output from the monitoring loudspeaker or via the EARPHONE jack

on page 20.

CH-1 : The CH1 channel audio is output. MIX : CH1 and CH2 channel audio are output mixed.

CH-2: The CH2 channel audio is output.

CAUTION:

Make sure to move switches all the way. Do not leave a switch stopped in a midway position. Noise will be generated and operation irregularities will occur.

[CH-1 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch

This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the recording level of the CH-1 audio channel. AUTO : The recording level is held at the reference level

even when sounds greater than the reference level are input. The recording level does not increase when the input level is low.

MANUAL: The recording level can be adjusted with the CH-

-1 AUDIO LEVEL control 0 or the CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL control 0 on page 10. To use the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 recording level control on the front section, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE to "ENABLE".

[CH-2 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch

This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the

recording level of the CH-2 audio channel.

AUTO : The recording level is held at the reference level

even when sounds greater than the reference

level are input. The recording level does not increase when the input level is low.

MANUAL: The recording level can be adjusted with the CH-

2 AUDIO LEVEL control 0.

[CH-1 AUDIO INPUT] selector switch

This switch is used to select the input section of the CH1 audio channel. FRONT : The sound from the MIC IN connector on the

front side section is input.

REAR : The sound from the CH-1 AUDIO IN connector

on the rear side section is input.

[CH-2 AUDIO INPUT] selector switch

This switch is used to select the input section of the CH2 audio channel. FRONT :The sound from the MIC IN connector on the

front side section is input.

REAR : The sound from the CH-2 AUDIO IN connector

on the rear side section is input.

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[VCR Setup Block]

2. CONTROLS. INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[MENU] button

Press this button to enter the VCR setup menu mode. When the VCR setup menu mode is engaged, the "MENU" indicator in the LCD display lights and the counter display and viewfinder display are changed to the menu indication.

In the VCR setup menu mode, pressing this button resumes the normal mode.

[HOLD/GROUP] button

• Press this button when presetting the time code or user's

bit. The presently displayed data is held (the "HOLD" indicator lights on the display) and the leftmost digit of the counter blinks. Pressing this button during presetting of time code or user's bit cancels the operation and recalls

the previous display contents.

• In setup menu mode, this button is used to select the

menu group.

[SHIFT/ITEM] button

• During presetting of time code or user's bit, press this

button to select the digit to be set. Each press of the button shifts the digit to be set (which blinks) to the right.

• In setup menu mode, this button is used to select the

menu item.

[ADVANCE/SELECT] button

• During presetting of time code or user's bit, press to select

the value of the digit to be set. Each press of the button increases the number by 1.

• In setup menu mode, this button is used to select the value of a menu item.

[PRESET/DATA SET] button

• During presetting of time code or user's bit, press to save the set value in the preset memory. The set time code or

user's bit will be preset in the time code generator.

• In setup menu mode, this button is used to confirm the menu item setting and save the data in the memory.

• For details of the presetting of time code or user's bit, see page 56.

• For details on the setup menus, see page 67.

[CONTINUE] button

If this button is pressed simultaneously with the LOG button 0 on page 19 during the stop mode, the tape winds to the last S.S.F. data OUT point.

"3° See "About the Scene End Cue Up Function" on page

63.

TIME CODE GENERATOR setting switches

[PRESET/REGEN] switch

Toggles the time code generator mode between PRESET

and REGEN. PRESET: Preset mode. Set to this position when newly

presetting and recording the time code.

REGEN : Regeneration mode, in which the unit reads

existing time codes on the tape and records time codes in continuation of the existing ones. Set to this position when you want to add additional time codes to time codes already recorded on the tape.

[REC/FREE] run switch

Selects the time code running mode while the time code generator is in preset mode. This switch is not effective in the REGEN mode.

REC : The time code runs only during recording. This

position allows you to record continuous time codes when recording scenes one after another.

FREE : The time code runs permanently.

* If this position is used when recording scenes one after

another, the time codes become discontinuous at the change points between scenes.

Lithium Battery Installation Compartment

Install a lithium battery (CR2032) in this compartment. The battery is used for the backup of the time code and time date. The GY-DV500 delivered without the battery installed. The provided lithium battery is for test use. It is recommended to install a new lithium battery. A new lithium battery can

power the backup for about one year. See "How to Replace

Backup Lithium Batteries" on page 34.

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[VCR Display Section]

[OPERATE/WARNING] indicator

Normally lights green.

Lights orange during the VTR SAVE (tape protect) mode. This indicator lights or blinks in red in the case of a warning condition related to the remaining tape time, remaining battery power or other abnormal condition in the unit.

For details, see "ALARM INDICATIONS" on oaqes 86.

[RESET] button

• Press to reset the CTL counter value.

* Pressing the button during presetting of time code or

user's bit resets the time code or user's bit data to "00:00:00:00".

[LIGHT] switch Turns the illumination of the back-lit display ON or OFF. ON : The display is illuminated.

OFF: The display is not illuminated.

(Keep this switch at OFF during battery operation of the GY-DV500 or when it is required to reduce the power consumption for some reason.)

Note:

When a videocassette is loaded and the VTR switch is set to SAVE mode, the illumination will go out even if the backlight is ON.

Audio level meters

Show the audio input level of the CH-1 and CH-2 channels in the record mode or EE mode.

In the playback mode, the meters show the playback audio level. "OVER" lights in case of excessive input.

CAUTION:

Immediately after the power is switched ON, the level meters may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction.

32K/48K sampling frequency indication

Indicates whether audio recording or playback occurs with

12-bit, 32 kHz sampling or 16-bit 48 kHz sampling.

• In the recording mode, the sampling frequency is set using

the VCR Setup Menu item No. 245 SAMPLING RATE.

In the playback mode, the indication conforms to the

sampling rate of the recorded sound.

[AUD LOCK] indicator

Indicates whether the audio signal is locked to the video signal during recording and playback.

[MENU] indicator

Appears when the MENU button 0 on page 15 is pressed to select the VCR Setup Menu.

[COUNTER] switch

Selects the contents displayed on the LCD counter display The displayed contents when TC or UB is set can be selected using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT.

CTL : Set to this position to display the CTL counter. TC : Set to this position to display time codes or foi

presetting the time code. (When the Menu item No 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to "TC") Time (Hour, Min., Sec.) is displayed. (When the Mem item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to "CLOCK")

UB : Set to this position to display the user's bits of time

codes or presetting the user's bit. (When the Mem item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to "TC") Date (Day, month, year) is displayed. (When the Mem item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to "CLOCK")

BF See "VCR Setup Menu Contents" on page 69.

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SP indicator

Indicates the tape speed in record mode.

Cassette indicator

—————i Lights when the unit is loaded with a

D Q) videocassette. Blinks during ejection or tape

—————' loading.

[REMAIN] indicator

The remaining tape time (minutes and seconds) is shown.

For details, see page "Remaining Tape Time Display" on

page 22.

2. CONTROLS. INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Tape transport direction indicators

^BEV FWD^ One of the indicators lights according to the

tape transport direction.

is displayed in the record-pause

mode and in the still picture mode.

Remaining Battery Power Display

The 7-dot segment bar display shows the remaining battery power.

• To display the remaining battery power accurately, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 BATTERY TYPE according to the type of the battery pack in use.

See "Remaining Battery Power Display" on page 22.

Counter display

• Usually, this section shows the data of the CTL counter, time code or user's bit. The display mode can be selected with the COUNTER switch.

• Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV500 is in the VCR setup menu mode by pressing the MENU button on page 15. The VCR setup menu includes the hour meter (accumulated drum operating time).

• This section shows an error code when an abnormal condition occurs with the unit.

See "Counter Display Contents" on page 22. See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS" on page 90.

Section for time code related indications

• [PB]Time code playback indicator

Lights when the time code is in playback mode.

• [HOLD] indicator

Lights when the time code generator display is held by pressing the HOLD button in the time code setting block. The time code or user's bit can be preset while this indicator is lit.

See "Displaying Time Code" on page 56.

Warning indicators

• [AUTO OFF] indicator

Lights when a non-recoverable error (e.g. tape winding

error, drum stopped, etc.) occurs with the unit. This

indicator also lights if condensation occurs.

See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS" on page 90.

• [DEW] indicator

Lights when condensation (dewing) occurs on the drum or other mechanism in the unit. The unit rejects all operations while this indicator is lit. When the condensation has disappeared, the indicator turns off and the unit accepts operations again.

• [SERVO] indicator

Lights in the case of trouble with the drum servo during recording to indicate that normal recording is not being accomplished.

• [RF] indicator

Lights when the video head is clogged. Head clogging is detected during playback and recording check using the RET button on the lens section. Note that it is not detected during recording.

Should this indicator light up, clean the head using the provided head cleaning tape. For instructions on head

cleaning tape, read the separate sheet "Precautions for

Use of Head Cleaning Tape".

• [Li] Lithium battery indicator

Lights and indicates the necessity of replacement when

the lithium battery that backs up data of the built-in time code generator is nearly exhausted. See "How to

Replace Backup Lithium Batteries" on page 34.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Cassette cover

Pressing the EJECT switch on top of the section opens this cover so that a videocassette can be inserted or removed from the unit. The cover can be locked automatically by pushing and closing it.

• If the cassette cover is not closed, the GY-DV500 will remain inoperative.

Memo:

To prevent penetration of foreign objects into the unit,

do not leave the unit with the cassette cover open.

[MONITOR OUT] monitor output connector (BNC)

• Composite video signal output connector.

• An EE image or the playback image is output through the

VCR section. An EE image is output during other modes than the playback mode.

• Data for the Camera menus and VCR setup menus or

time code is not output.

[Y/C OUT] connector (4P)

Separate YC video signal output connector.

[LINE OUT CH-1/CH-2] connector (RCA)

Output connector for audio signals.

• Outputs the input audio signal in the record and stop modes.

• Outputs the playback audio signal in the playback mode.

• Alarm sound is not output.

[TEST OUT] connector (BNC)

Composite video signal output connector. Outputs the camera image.

[SYNC.IN] connector (BNC)

For inputting the sync signal when the GY-DV500is camera

image is synchronized with an external component.

Memo:

• The camera cannot be synchronized with a VCR

playback signal.

• When the power is switched ON while an external sync signal is input, the screen moves in a vertical direction for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.

• Only for the combined H (horizontal)/V (vertical) synchronizing signal. Synchronization with the SC (subcarrier) of the input signal is not possible. Even if SC adjustment is performed, a phase shift will take place at the time of power on/off. The SC phase must be adjusted each time the power is turned on.

• If the external sync signal is disrupted during recording,

the "SYnc inh" (SYNC INHIBIT) indicator is displayed

on the counter display and recording stops.

• If the external sync signal is disrupted during playback, playback of the disturbed video image continues.

Start playback again after synchronization is obtained and the signal is stabilized.

[VTR REMOTE] connector

A part of the unit's functions can be controlled externally. To remote control the unit using the control signal of this connector, the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE SELECT must be set to "RS232C". For details, please consult your JVC dealer.

Note:

• When a cable is connected to the VTR REMOTE connector, the VTR Setup Menu is not displayed in the viewfinder. Make settings on the VTR Setup Menu while the cable is not connected.

• When a cable is connected to the VTR REMOTE connector, the VCR operation mode will not be

displayed correctly on the Status 1 screen in the

viewfinder.

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Microphone attachment holes

For attaching the microphone holder KA-A50 (optional).

See "Attaching the Microphone (optional)" on page 32.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[EJECT] switch

Slide to the side when inserting or ejecting the videocassette. Sliding this switch opens the cassette cover.

If the switch is moved while the power is off, the cassette cover opens but it is not possible to insert or eject the cassette.

Operation cover

Open this cover when operating in the playback mode.

Otherwise, keep this cover closed.

[PLAY] button

Press to start playback. In play mode, the unit outputs the

video and audio signals of normal playback and the LED indicator above the PLAY button lights.

* If the auto tracking is active at the moment the play mode

is entered, the playback video will be interfered with digital noise.

[STOP] button

Press to enter stop mode. The drum keeps rotating in stop mode. However, when stop mode has continued for about 30 minutes, the unit enters the tape protect mode, in which the drum stops rotation and the tape tensioner is released. It takes more time than usual to enter the record or play mode from the tape protect mode.

* The time until the tape protect mode is initiated can be

set to 3 or 30 minutes with the VCR Setup Menu item No. 307 LONG PAUSE TIME. When used in a cold

environment, the setting will be 3 minutes regardless of

the setting on the VCR Setup Menu. See page 69.

[STILL] button

Press to enter the still picture mode during playback or in the search or stop mode. When the still picture mode has continued for about 30 minutes, the unit automatically switches to the stop mode. (Tape protect mode)

* The time until the tape protect mode is initiated can be

set to 3 or 30 minutes with the VCR Setup Menu item No. 307 LONG PAUSE TIME. When used in a cold environment, the setting will be 3 minutes regardless of the setting on the VCR Setup Menu.

[REW] button

Press to rewind the tape.

• Pressing the button in stop or fast forward mode initiates the rewind mode. The LED indicator above the REW button lights in this mode.

• Pressing the button during playback, still or forward search initiates reverse search at about 10 times the normal play speed. The LED indicators above the PLAY and REW buttons light during reverse search.

[FF] button

Press to fast forward tape.

• Pressing the button in stop or rewind mode initiates fast

forward mode. The LED indicator above the FF button

lights in this mode.

• Pressing the button during playback, still or reverse search

initiates forward search at about 10 times the normal play speed. The LED indicators above the PLAY and FF buttons light during forward search.

[LOG] button

• When the REW button is pressed while this button is kept

pressed, the S.S.F. data stored in the unit's memory are

written to the tape. The LED indicator above the LOG

button lights while S.S.F. data is being written to the tape.

• When the CONTINUE button ( on page 15) is pressed while this button is kept pressed in the stop mode, the tape winds to the S.S.F. data's last OUT point, after which the unit enters the record-pause mode. (Scene End Cue UP) The FF button's LED blinks during Scene End Cue Up.

See "Writing S.S.F. Data to Tape" on page 63.

CAUTION:

• Only the EJECT switch and STOP button work during recording.

• If the cassette cover is open, all operations are rejected.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[DV] connector

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 to input the VCR control signal from the digital video component with DV connector.

• To remote control the VCR with a VCR control signal from

this connector, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE SELECT to "IEEE-1394".

[EAR.] earphone jack

This is a stereo mini-jack for connecting an audio monitoring earphone. Plug in an earphone or headphone with a 3.5

mm diameter plug. (Monaural mini jack) The earphone can also be used to monitor alarm tones depending on situations. The sound from the monitoring loudspeaker is interrupted when an earphone is connected here.

Memo:

Only the left-channel sound is heard when a stereo mini-

jack is used.

[DC OUTPUT] connector

Power output connector to a wireless microphone transmitter, etc. The supply voltage is identical to the voltage supplied to the unit (DC 12V max. 0.1 A).

Bottom side

[DC INPUT] connector (XLR 4-pin)

Power input connector for 12 V DC. Connect with the AAP250 optional AC power adapter. When a cable is connected here, the power supply from the battery pack is interrupted and the source is switched to the power supplied through

this connector.

[CH-1 AUDIO IN] CH-1 audio input connector (XLR 3-pin)

Connect the external audio equipment or microphone to this connector. Set the CH-1 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC select switch according to the connected equipment. The audio signal input through this connector is recorded on the CH-1 audio channel. To record the audio of this connector, set the CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch on page

14 to"REAR".

(AUDIO IN connector)

(Surface profile)

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[CH-2 AUDIO IN] CH-2 audio input connector (XLR 3-pin)

Connect the external audio equipment or microphone to this connector. Set the CH-2 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC select switch according to the connected equipment. The audio signal input through this connector is recorded on the CH-2 audio channel. To record the audio of this connector, set the CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch on page

14 to "REAR".

Back tally lamp

This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record mode. It blinks during the transition to the record mode.

• Use the VCR Setup Menu item No. 082 BACK TALLY

MODE to select whether or not the lamp should light and the lighting pattern. See "BACK TALLY MODE" on page 68.

[CH-1 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC] CH-1 AUDIO select

switch

equipment, etc. The reference input level is +4 dBs.

MIC : Set to this position when the microphone is

connected. The reference input level is -60 dBs.

MIC +48V ON:

Set to this position when the microphone requiring +48 V power supply (phantom microphone, etc.) is connected. This connector supplies +48 V DC current.

Battery holder lock release knob

This knob is used to open the battery case cover. Press the

knob to open the cover.

[BRAKER]

The braker trips when the power consumption exceeds the

capacity.

If the braker trips, confirm that the power consumption does not exceed the wattage rating. Then press BRAKER before

turning the power ON again to put the camera in the

operating status. If the unit still does not work normally, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

[CH-2 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC] CH-2 AUDIO select

switch

Selects the audio signal input to the CH-2 AUDIO IN connector 0.

LINE: Set to this position when connected to audio

equipment, etc. The reference input level is +4 dBs.

MIC : Set to this position when the microphone is

connected. The reference input level is -60 dBs.

MIC +48V ON:

Set to this position when a microphone requiring +48 V power supply (phantom microphone, etc.) is connected. This connector supplies +48 V DC current.

- CAUTION:

When connecting a component that does not require +48

V power supply, make sure that the switch is not set to this position before the connection is made.

Battery holder

Mount a Flat Shape type battery pack here.

See "Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack" on page

36.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

The counter display shows the following 4 types of information.

7. Tape counter display The counter display usually functions as a tape counter

COUNTER

switch

Counter display

(hour, minute, second, frame). It can be switched to a CTL counter, time code or user's bit display by using the COUNTER switch. (When the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to "TC".)

•CTL counter: Time between -9 hr. 59 min. 59 sec. 24

• Time code : Time between 0 hour and 23 hr. 59 min. 59

• User's bit : Hexadecimal number from 0 to F is displayed

When the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to "CLOCK", the date and time are displayed. Set the COUNTER switch to TC or UB. TC:Time (Hour, Min., Sec.) is displayed.

UB: Date (Day, Month, Year) is displayed.

• Press the MENU button to switch to the VCR Setup Menu setting display

frames and 9 hr. 59 min. 59 sec. 24 frames can be displayed. * CTL counter indication may also corrupt

at playback of segment which time code

signal is not continuously recorded. sec. 24 frames can be displayed. in 8 digits.

Remaining Tape Time Display

This display shows the remaining tape time (minutes/seconds) in record and play modes.

• Example: 30 minutes of remainina taoe.

• This indicator blinks when remaining tape time is equivalent to less than 2 minutes.

* An alarm sounds as a warning when remaining tape time is

equivalent to less than 2 minutes in the record mode

2. VCR Setup Menu setting display This display is used when setting the setup menus. After setting of the setup menus, the tape counter display returns.

For details, see "DISPLAYING AND SETTING VCR SETUP MENUS" on page 67.

3. Hour meter display The hour meter is displayed by selecting the HM group from the VCR Setup Menu. The hour meter data refers to the accumulated head drum running time.

4. Error code/Alarm display The error code or alarm indicator is displayed automatically in case an abnormal condition occurs with the unit.

•a See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS" on

page 90.

•a See "ALARM INDICATIONS" on page 86.

Remaining Battery Power Display

The 7-dot segment bar display shows the remaining battery power. The lighted segment bars decrease as the remaining battery power decreases.

• To display the remaining battery power accurately, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 BATTERY TYPE according to the type of the battery pack in use.

All segment bars light when a fully charged battery pack is attached.

• The following display appears when no videocassette is loaded or during the calculation of remaining tape that takes place immediately after a videocassette is inserted.

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The last 2 segment bars and "BATT" start to blink when the battery is nearly exhausted. Replace with a fully charged battery pack.

When the battery capacity has run out, "E" and "BATT" blink and the unit stops operation automatically.

2. CONTROLS. INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[S14x7.3B12]

IRIS mode switch

A: Activates the auto iris feature. M: Allows manual iris control.

Momentary auto iris button

When the IRIS MODE switch 0 is at "M", pushing this button activates the Auto Iris Function while it is held down only.

[S] IRIS speed adjusting control

For adjusting the iris operation speed.

(— Memo:

If the speed becomes too fast, hunting may occur. To avoid the phenomena described above, perform adjustment again.

FILTER thread

Protect the lens with a clear filter or UV filter by screwing

the filter onto the thread inside the lens hood from the front.

Other filters can be used for various effects.

- CAUTION:

The filter thread section rotates, so pay attention when

mounting a polarizing filter.

ZOOM servo connector

Connect an optional zoom servo unit here.

FOCUS ring

Manual focus ring.

ZOOM lever/ring

This is the manual zoom ring equipped with a zoom lever. To adjust the zoom manually, turn the zoom mode knob to position "M".

IRIS ring

Manual iris ring. To activate the auto iris feature, set the Iris Mode switch 0 to A.

[VTR] Trigger button

To start/stop shooting.

[RET] return video button

The return video signal from the VCR section can be monitored in the viewfinder only while this button is pushed.

• The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder during this operation.

ZOOM servo control lever

To operate the servo zoom feature with this lever, set the ZOOM knob ® to S.

• Pressing the W section of this lever increases the angle of the lens for a wider shooting angle.

• Pressing the T section of this lever narrows the lens angle perspective for telephoto shots.

• Pushing harder changes the speed of the zoom.

ZOOM mode knob

S: Servo zoom mode. Allows operation by the zoom servo

control lever 0.

M: Manual zoom mode. Allows zoom control by the zoom

lever/ring ©.

BACK FOCUS ring/fixing screw

For back focus adjustment only. Secure with the screw knob

after adjustment.

See "Back Focus Adjustment" on page 44.

Macro focusing ring (for close-up shooting)

By rotating this ring in the direction of the arrow, close-up shooting of very small objects becomes possible. Normal focus adjustment and zooming are not available in the macro mode. To shoot images in the macro mode, set the focus ring 0 to the infinite position and the zoom ring © to the maximum wide-angle position. To adjust the focus of the macro image, rotate this ring in the direction of the arrow until the object is focused.

CAUTION:

• The back-focus knob is located close to the macro ring, be careful not to mistake the back-focus knob for the macro ring.

• After the required operation, be sure to return the macro focusing ring to the normal position.

ES- See "Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional)" on page 31.

See "Back Focus Adjustment" on page 44.

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[VF-P115B]

Stopper screw

This screw prevents the viewfinder from coming off the camera.

Mounting guide

To attach on the camera.

Connector

Connect to the camera.

[CONT] contrast adjustment

To adjust the contours of the viewfinder image,

[BRIGHT] brightness adjustment

To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

[TALLY] switch

Set this switch to OFF to prevent the tally light from turning on and informing people that they are being recorded. However, the REC indicator lamp in the eyepiece will not turn off.

Tally light

Lights when recording is in progress. To prevent this light from coming on, set the tally switch to "OFF".

Eyepiece

Ensures that ambient light does not reach the viewfinder

screen or falls into the eye of the cameraman. The eyepiece can be opened to allow direct observation of the viewfinder screen.

Eyepiece focusing ring

Loosen this ring to move the eyepiece back or forth to adjust

the diopter.

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WARNING LED INDICATORS INSIDE THE VIEWFINDER

The viewfinder has two LED indicators below the screen. These

LEDs light or blink to indicate the present status of the camera

the VCR.

• [BATT] battery lamp

This lights red when the battery voltage becomes too low for operating the camera.

• REC/ALARM lamp

BATT

Lamp

REG/ALARM Lamp

This lights or blinks green under the following circumstances. Steady green : During recording. Blinks green : • While the GY-DV500 switches from record-

pause to recording.

• Immediately before the tape is running out or when it has run out.

• When an error occurs in the GY-DV500.

VIEWFINDER SCREEN DISPLAY

The following indications are displayed on the viewfinder screen. (However, this information is not displayed while the VCR section is playing back a tape.)

Status screens (screens for use in checking the current camera settings)

Alarm message display

Safety zone display

Setting screen (screen for use in the camera and VCR setup) Auto white balance display Shutter speed display

Status Screens

Press the STATUS button during normal screen display to show one of the status screens in the viewfinder. One of the three status screens will be displayed every

time the button is pressed.

STATUS

button

Status 0 Status 1 Status 2

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2-9 Indications inViewfinder(Cont'd)

Status 0

Display Position

@ (4) ® ® ®

Display

ACCU-FOCUS

SKIN AREA

FAS

ALC

G L F

Event display

®-

———L......................................

;CH1" ----+--: F5 6 :CH2 ----+--: M 099—— STB1\

L-/—\—————|-^———

60 \ 1 2 4V

ACCU-FOCUS——

G—— F——

-JSD—— B—-

——1

.(D

.®

SCENE FILE

WHITE BAL

FlLTER SHUTTER QAIN

IRIS LEVEL IRIS

DETECT

FULL AUTO REC TIME

A A 3 2K 1/1000 6dB NORMAL NORMAL OFF <60

® ®

Status 1 Status 2

Function

Blinks during the ACCU-FOCUS operation. Blinks while the skin tone detail color area is displayed. Displayed when the SHUTTER orV-SCAN is ON. Displayed when the Full Auto Shooting is ON. Displayed when the ALC alone is ON. Displayed in other modes than 0 dB, LOLUX and ALC. Displayed during LOLUX operation. Displayed when FAW alone is ON. Displayed when IRIS BACK LIGHT or IRIS SPOT LIGHT is selected. Displayed while the Skin Detail function is in operation. Displayed when BLACK STRETCH or BLACK COMPRESSION is selected.

See the table below.

@ Event display

Event is displayed in the viewfinder for only about 2 seconds when any of the following switches is operated.

Switch ZEBRA BLACK GAIN WHT.

BAL

FULL AUTO

AUTO IRIS

LOLUX

FILTER knob VTR AUTO KNEE

ZEBRA BLACK GAIN WHITE BAL FULL AUTO IRIS LOLUX FILTER VTR AUTO KNEE

ON,OFF STRETCH, NORMAL, COMPRESS

-3

dB, 0 dB, 6 dB, A, B, PRESET, FAW ON,OFF BACK.L, NORMAL, SPOT.L ON,OFF

3.2K, 5.6K, 5.6K+ND STBY, SAVE ON,OFF

Event Display Contents

9 dB,

dB,

ALC

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• Status 1

In addition to the information on the Status 0 screen, this screen displays audio indicators and information on remaining tape,

voltage and lens F-number.

Status 2

This screen displays the camera setup statuses. Event display is not available while this screen is displayed.

Indication

A, B,

SCENE FILE WHITE BAL FILTER SHUTTER

GAIN IRIS LEVEL FULL AUTO RECTIME

OFF

A, B, PRESET, FAW

3.2K, 5.6K, 5.6K+ND OFF, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/50.1 to 1/2067.8 (in VARIABLE mode), EEI (in ALC mode)

-3dB, OdB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 18dB, LOLUX, ALC NORMAL, BACKL, SPOTL ON,OFF Remaining tape time or time code.

Indication Contents

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Alarm Message Display

The following alarm messages are displayed on the status 0 and status 1 screens.

Indication

LOW BATTERY CLOSE CASSETTE COVER VTR WARNING [HEAD] VTR WARNING [SERVO] VTR WARNING [DEW] VTR WARNING [HARD] VTR WARNING [STOP] VTR WARNING [REW] TAPE NEAR END TAPE END

REC INHIBIT

NO TAPE

Contents

The battery capacity is nearly exhausted. The cassette cover is not closed. Head clogging Servo error Condensation Hardware error Operation stopped Rewinding abnormality Remaining tape time is less than about 2 minutes in the record mode Tape end reached

An unrecordable videocassette (the switch on the back of the cassette is set to SAVE) is inserted.

VTR trigger is pressed with no tape loaded.

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Safety Zone

Three types of safety zone items can be displayed in the viewfinder. Select the required one with the SAFETY ZONE item on the VF DISPLAY menu screen.

OFF ZONE1 ZONE 2 ZONES

Setting the Screen Display

Screen used for making various settings of the camera and VCR. See "Camera Menu" on page 70. See "VCR Setup Menu" on page 66.

Auto White Balance Display

This screen appears during the auto white balance adjustment operation to display various

data.

See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 45.

When the SHUTTER dial is pressed, a shutter speed is displayed (for approx. 5 sec.). In addition, whenever the shutter speed is altered by using the SHUTTER dial, the shutter speed is displayed. While this display is shown, other displays disappear. is- See "SHUTTER dial" on page 12.

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