JVC GY-DV550U User Manual

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DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

POWER SUPPLY

PREPARATIONS

SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

SHOOTING OPERATION

PLAYBACK MODE

TIME CODE OPERATION

* The illustration shows the GY-DV550 DV Camcorder with the optional lens viewfinder attached.

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

USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

SETUP MENU

FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

OTHERS

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

For Customer Use :

Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the body. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No. GY-DV550

Serial No.

This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper.

SC96999-002

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

FOR USA AND CANADA

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

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.

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.

INFORMATION FOR USA

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.

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 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

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.

AVERTISSEMENT : POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.

Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant direct en 12V. ATTENTION : Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas utillser d’autres sources d’alimentation électrique.

REMARQUE :

La plaque d’identification (numéro de série) se trouve sur le panneau arrière de l’appareil.

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 avobe 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.

INFORMATION (FOR CANADA) RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la Class B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV550. These instructions are for GY-DV550U.

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-DV550) are recorded or played back on this camcorder.

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The transient section between scenes recorded on other units and those recorded on this unit may appear disturbed.

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Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking errors.

MAIN FEATURES

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Compact, lightweight design Compact and light weight body was realized by use of magnesium die cast.

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DV high-quality digital format

The 4:1:1, 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital processing of the format ensures recording and playback with high picture quality.

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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.

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26-pin camera terminal The terminal can be used to connect an external VCR and camera remote control unit. The recording VCR can be selected in the VTR SELECT switch. (Main unit/parallel/external VCR)

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External video input capability

External composite video can be recorded with this unit.

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Character mixing capability for monitor output

Characters can be mixed for output to the MONITOR OUT connector using menu setting.

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Audio reference recording level selected

The audio reference recording level can be set to -20dB or 12dB in the menu.

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Normal/LETTER (16:9) screen switching capability

You can switch between 4:3 ratio screen and 16:9 ratio screen in the menu.

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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.

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Time code reader/generator

The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record SMPTE time code and user's bits.

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Time code input/output connectors for slave lock capability

This unit can be slave-locked to an external time code generator which is connected to the time code input. The data in the built-in time code generator is output from the time code output terminal.

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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.

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Rec check function for convenient recording review

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This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.

Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible.

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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.

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Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a

test recording and confirm that both video and audio are recorded correctly.

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Recorded video and audio contents are for private use.

Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.

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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.

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

picture Three 1/2" CCDs with 380,000 effective pixels employed. Digital signal processing for reproduction of high-quality picture.

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Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux

Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination eliminating the need for extra illumination.

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LOLUX for 0.75 lux (F1.4) illumination

Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +33 dB gain. This is ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no illumination.

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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.

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Safety Zone indication in viewfinder

Two types of safety zone indicator functions provided. Center mark can be turned ON/OFF.

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Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder

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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.

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Color temperature conversion filters for "3200K", "5600K +

1/8ND", "5600 K + 1/64ND" provided.

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Variable scan shutter

Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than NTSC, such as computer monitor screens. Copes with the range from 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz.

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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.

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S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function

Enables memorization of the start point and ending point of each scene or memorization of CUE points.

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Camera (Video) output, VCR playback output (composite/

YC) possible

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GENLOCK input connector

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Equipped with remote control system compatible GENLOCK

function with SC (Sub Carrier) lock.

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Built-in color bar (SMPTE type)

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Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected

by dial.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

MAIN FEATURES ............................................................... 4

1. INTRODUCTION

1-1 Main Unit Configuration .............................................. 6

1-2 Precautions for Proper Use ........................................ 7

1-3 Routine and Periodical Maintenance ......................... 8

1-4 Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape .............. 8

1-5 Videocassette to be Used .......................................... 9

1-6 Battery Pack to be Used ............................................ 9

1-7 Condensation ............................................................. 9

1-8 Characteristic CCD Phenomena ................................ 9

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-1 Front Section ............................................................ 10

2-2 Right Side Section .................................................... 12

2-3 Left Side Section ...................................................... 18

2-4 Top Section .............................................................. 19

2-5 Adapter Section ........................................................ 20

2-6 Rear Section ............................................................ 22

2-7 Counter Display Contents ........................................ 24

2-8 Lens (optional) ......................................................... 25

2-9 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional) ................................... 26

2-10 Indications in Viewfinder ........................................... 27

• Warning LED Indicators Inside the Viewfinder ....... 27

• Viewfinder Screen Display ..................................... 27

PREPARATIONS

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-1 Basic System ........................................................... 32

3-2 Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional) ......................... 33

3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder ........................................... 33

3-4 Attaching the Microphone (provided) ....................... 34

3-5 Attaching the Microphone (optional) ........................ 34

3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (provided) ....................... 35

3-7 Attaching the 4-inch Viewfinder (VF-P400) .............. 35

3-8 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries .. 36

BASIC OPERATIONS

5. PREPARATIONS

5-1 Turning the Power ON .............................................. 41

5-2 Cassette Loading and Unloading ............................. 42

5-3 Setting the Date and Time........................................ 43

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-1 Camera Settings ...................................................... 44

Screen Size (4:3/16:9 aspect ratio) Mode Selection.....

6-2

6-3 Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................. 45

6-4 External Monitor Adjustment .................................... 45

6-5 Back Focus Adjustment............................................ 46

6-6 White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 47

• White Balance Adjustment ..................................... 47

• Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW)..................... 47

6-7 Mixing Characters to MONITOR OUT ...................... 48

6-8 Switch Settings of the VCR Section ......................... 49

6-9 Audio Input Signal Selection .................................... 50

6-10 Audio Input Level Adjustment ................................... 51

6-11 Monitoring Audio during Recording .......................... 52

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

7-1 Basic Recording Operation ...................................... 53

7-2 VCR Save Mode ....................................................... 55

7-3 If Unit is Left in Record-Pause (Standby) Mode ....... 55

7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Pause Mode

(Recording Check Function) .................................... 56

7-5 Recording External Video Signals ............................ 57

7-6 Recording with an External VCR .............................. 58

8. PLAYBACK MODE

8-1 Playback Procedure ................................................. 60

8-2 Fast-Forward, Rewind .............................................. 61

8-3 Search ...................................................................... 61

APPLICATION

4. POWER SUPPLY

4-1 AC Operation ........................................................... 37

4-2 Battery Pack Operation ............................................ 37

• Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack ............. 38

• Using an Anton-Bauer Battery Pack ...................... 39

• Remaining Battery Power Display .......................... 40

• Precautions for the Battery Pack .......................... 40

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

9-1 Displaying Time Code .............................................. 62

9-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code .................. 62

• Time Code Presetting Procedure........................... 63

• Presetting User's Bit Data ...................................... 63

9-3

Recording Time Codes by Slave-Locking the Built-in

Time Code Generator with External TCG.....................

9-4 Recording Time Codes in Continuation of

Time Codes Recorded on Tape ............................... 65

9-5 Reproducing Time Codes ......................................... 65

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

10-1 Explanation of the S.S.F. Function ........................... 66

10-2 How to Use the S.S.F. Function................................ 67

10-3 Deleting S.S.F. Data ................................................. 68

10-4 Resetting S.S.F. Data ............................................... 68

10-5 Writing S.S.F. Data to Tape....................................... 69

10-6 Outputting S.S.F. Data .............................................. 69

1. INTRODUCTION

STATUSSHUTTER

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

ALARM

MONITOR

OPERATE

GAIN

OUTPUT

WHT.BAL

VTR

ON OFF

AUTO IRIS

LOLUX

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

AUDIO SELECT

MANUAL

AUTO

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

REAR

FRONT

AUDIO INPUT

MODE

CTL

TC UB

CH-1 MIX CH-2

RESET

OPERATE/WARNING

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

AUDIO LEVEL

CH-2

VTR

OFF

INCOM

MIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

POWER

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

CALL

CARBON DYNAMIC

FULL AUTO BLACK

1-1 Main Unit Configuration

11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

11-1 Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector 70

11-2 Connecting a PC ...................................................... 71

12. SETUP MENU

12-1 VCR Setup Menu ..................................................... 72

• VCR Setup Menu Configuration ............................. 72

• Displaying and Setting VCR Setup Menus ............. 73

• VCR Setup Menu Contents .................................... 74

12-2 Camera Menu Screen Flow ..................................... 76

12-3 How to Select from the Camera Menu ..................... 77

12-4 VF Display Screen ................................................... 78

12-5 OPERATION Screen ................................................ 79

12-6 PROCESS Screen ................................................... 80

12-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen ............................... 81

12-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen ................................ 81

12-9 FILE MANAGE Screen ............................................. 82

12-10

SETUP Screen ......................................................... 83

12-11

TIME DATE Screen .................................................. 84

12-12

Resetting of Camera Menu Setting Values .............. 85

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW) ....................... 86

13-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment ................................... 87

• Adjustment of Lens Iris .......................................... 87

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

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13-3 Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer Monitor 88

13-4 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment ................................... 89

• Gain Switching ....................................................... 89

• Gain Boost under LOLUX Condition ...................... 89

13-5 Switch Setup According to Illumination and Subject 90

• Switch Functions .................................................... 90

• Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Function ......................... 90

13-6 How to Use Skin Tone Detail .................................... 91

13-7 Connecting the Local Remote Control Unit .............. 93

13-8 Connecting the Camera Remote Control Unit .......... 94

The GY-DV550 configuration is as shown below.

CR2032

Lithium battery

Microphone

Head cleaning tape

Tripod base

CAUTION :

OTHERS

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 96

• Alarm Indications ................................................... 96

• Warnings in Viewfinder........................................... 98

• Troubles with Error Code Outputs ........................ 100

• Troubles without Error Code Outputs ................... 101

14-2 Hour Meter Display ................................................ 102

14-3 Specifications ......................................................... 103

• Optional Accessories ........................................... 104

• External Dimensions ............................................ 104

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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.

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When moving the GY-DV550 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.

1-2 Precautions for Proper Use

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Supply voltage Make sure that the power is between 11 V and 15 V DC. If the power voltage is too low, abnormal color and increased noise may occur. Do not exceed 15 V DC in any case, or the unit could be damaged.

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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-DV550 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C.

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Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the colors may be incorrect if the camera is used near a radio or television transmitting antenna, in places where strong magnetic fields are generated by transformers, motors, etc., or near devices emitting radio waves, such as transceivers or cellular phones.

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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.

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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).

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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.

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Protect the unit against penetration of dust when using it in a place subject to sandy dust.

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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.

1. INTRODUCTION

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

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Setup level The video signal of the unit's video output is provided with a setup level when shipped from the factory. To turn off setup, set SETUP in the Camera Setup screen to OFF.

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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.

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Vibrations

Colors may fail to appear during VCR playback in locations subjected to vibrations.

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Precautions for transportation

Do not drop or hit the unit against a hard object.

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Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit.

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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

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

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The sensitivity level of the provided microphone is set lower than the reference input (- 60 dBs) setting.

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When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF in order to reduce power consumption.

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Cleaning the body: Wipe 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. To prevent deformation of the body, etc. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow volatile liquids such as benzine and thinner to touch the body, and do not wipe it with a cloth soaked in such a liquid.

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The camera may be unstable in the period immediately after

the power is turned on, but this is not a malfunction.

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If a tape containing recorded PAL signals is played back, the

GY-DV550 automatically enters the STOP mode. If this happens, remove the videocassette so that the unit returns to its normal state.

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When turning on the power with the tape inserted or after loading a tape, the built-in head cleaner will emit a sound while operating. However, this is not a malfunction of the unit.

CAUTION :

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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.

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When carrying the camera, be sure to hold the carrying handle. Holding the lens or viewfinder may result in damage.

1. INTRODUCTION

1-3 Routine and Periodical Maintenance

The GY-DV550 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

● To maintain beautiful pictures and sound, be sure to use a head cleaning tape to clean the head periodically. (Read the “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape” on page 8.) 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 “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape” on page 8.

● When dirt adheres to the heads of the GY-DV550, 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 OPERATE is turned OFF, or when the cleaning tape is played back.

CH 1

CH 2

32k

AUD LOCK

40 30 20 10 0

48k

OVER

"RF" indicator

Periodical Maintenance

Contents : Check or replace the following mechanical parts

according to the running time.

Running Time

Drum ass’y (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 "HOUR METER DISPLAY" on page 102.

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.

500H

1000 H 1500H



2000H

"HEAD CLOG" indicator

1-4 Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape

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 then the unit enters the SAVE MODE. However, the display back light is not turned off.) Press the PLAY 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.

Operating Low temperature Room temperature High temperature environment 0˚C to 10˚C10˚C to 35˚C35˚C to 40˚C

Yardstick for use 1 to 2 times 1 to 2 times 1 to 2 times of cleaning tape every 5 hours every 20 to 30 hours every 5 hours

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 in the 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 of this sheet. When using the cleaning tape, please follow the instructions of this sheet.

1-5 Videocassette to be Used

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

1-6 Battery Pack to be Used

The GY-DV550 can use any of the following battery packs.

●

Flat shape type

●

Anton-Bauer battery pack: Trimpack 13/14 Series

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 75)

Magnum 13/14 Series Compack 13/14 Series Propack 13/14 Series

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

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

* 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

39.

Switch

REC

SAVE

1-7 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 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.

• When the unit is placed in a very humid place.

1-8 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.

Smear (Vertical pale streaking appearing at high luminous object)

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

●

When condensation occurs in this unit, the DEW indicator on the display lights up, and the WARNING LED blinks red. (See page 96) 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.

OPERATE/WARNING

CH 1

CH 2

32k

AUD LOCK

40 30 20 10 0

48k

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

DEW indicator

HOLD

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

Monitor screen

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

Blooming (Blurring in highlight)

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-1 Front Section

[LENS] Lens control connector

Connect 12-pin lens control cable from lens.

[ZEBRA] Switch

ZEBRA

PUSH

OFF

SKIN AREA

VTR

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

AUTO WHITE

ACCU FOCUS

TAKE

t y

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 33.

[VF] Viewfinder connector (6-pin)

Connect the cable from the viewfinder here.

[AUDIO IN FRONT] Audio input front connector

(XLR 3-pin)

Audio input terminal for connecting camera microphone or external audio devices.

• Set AUDIO IN FRONT LINE/MIC switch 6 on page 23

according to the connecting device.

• When recording audio from this terminal, set CH-1 AUDIO

INPUT switch 7 or CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch 8 to FRONT.

☞ See page 14.

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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. When CHARACTER MIX of the Camera SETUP Menu screen is set to ON, the zebra pattern will also appear in the MONITOR OUT connector video. Zebra patterns are also displayed during color bar display. * The zebra patterns are not generated for the Y/C OUT

output. ☞ See "Zebra Pattern Display during Manual Adjustment"

on page 87.

• 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 78.

While this switch is pressed to the SKIN AREA side, the color 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 Tone Detail” on page 91.

• The Skin Tone Detail color 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 audio input level

control

Adjusts the audio input level of the CH1 audio signal. 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 CH1 FRONT VR 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.

Pin No. Function

1 GND

2 HOT

3 COLD

CAUTION:

The provided microphone is a phantom microphone. When using the provided microphone, set AUDIO IN FRONT LINE/MIC switch to MIC+48V ON. When using audio input device other than a phantom microphone, set AUDIO IN FRONT LINE/MIC switch to LINE or MIC before connecting the device.

[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 WHITE") will provide automatic adjustment for white balance.

* It is not activated in preset, full auto shooting, full-time

auto white balance and color bar modes.

☞ See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 47. 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.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-1 Front Section (Cont’d)

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

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.) Colors may appear for white subjects.

• 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 66.

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 33.

[FILTER] Color temperature conversion filter

control knob

This knob changes the internal color temperature filter. ☞ See "Camera Settings" on page 44.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section

[Camera Setting Section]

q w

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t y u

i o !0

!1 !2

[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 GY-DV550. 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 27.

• 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.

☞ See “How to Select from the Camera Menu” on page

77.

[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 from Camera Menu" on page 77.

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

AUTO IRIS

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

STATUSSHUTTER

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

LOLUX

CAUTION:

Due to the characteristics of the CCD, the screen will appear to be slightly colored when changing the shutter speed greatly. After changing the shutter speed, perform white balance again. White balance may not work properly for high-speed shutters.

[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).

☞ See "GAIN BOOST UNDER LOLUX CONDITION" on

page 89.

[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 : By stretching the signal only for the dark

section, contrast in the dark portion of the image is enhanced.

NORMAL : Standard mode. 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.

[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.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section [Cont’d]

• 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 1/240 of a second.

☞ See "Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function" on page

90.

[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 more than

the standard level. The level of iris can be set in SPOT L/BACK L of the OPERATION MENU screen.) ☞ See page 79

NORMAL: Normal condition SPOT L : Under spotlight (Closes the iris more than

the standard level. The level of iris can be set in SPOT L/BACK L of the OPERATION MENU screen.) ☞ See page 79

☞ See "SWITCH FUNCTIONS" on page 90.

[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)

18 dB (boosted to approximately 8 times the original)

H :

• The boosting level for each switch position can be changed with the OPERATION menu screen. (☞ See page 79.)

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-DV550 when the power is turned ON and a videocassette is loaded. STBY: The GY-DV550 is in the standby mode.

When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV550 enters the record-pause mode.

SAVE:The GY-DV550 is in the save mode.

• The status of the GY-DV550 is displayed on the Status screen 1 in the viewfinder.

[OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch

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

Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this case 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. AUTO KNEE OFF:

Outputs the color 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 color bar signal.

• When the AUTO KNEE function is OFF, the point where the KNEE function takes effect (knee point) can be set using KNEE POINT in PROCESS MENU screen. ☞ See page 80

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 79). In the FAW mode, video color 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-DV550 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

68.

[OPERATE] switch

Turn the power ON and OFF with this switch.

• When this switch set to ON while a videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV550 status differs depending on the setting of the VTR (SAVE/STBY) switch 0.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd)

[VCR Setting Section]

AUTO IRIS

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

VTR

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

STATUSSHUTTER

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

LOLUX

WHT.BAL

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

[Audio setting]

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 4.

• The loudspeaker volume can be adjusted with the MONITOR volume control 2 on page 12. The audio from the loudspeaker is not output when an earphone is plugged into the EARPHONE jack 2 on page

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

☞ See “ALARM INDICATIONS” on pages 96.

[CH1 AUDIO LEVEL] CH1 audio input level control

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

• To use this control, set the CH1 AUDIO SELECT switch 5 to “MANUAL”. This control works regardless of the setting of the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 CH1 FRONT VR ENABLE. To use this control, set the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 audio input level control (7 on page 10) on the front section to the maximum (10) position, or set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 CH1 FRONT VR ENABLE to “DISABLE”.

[CH2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH2 audio input level control

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

• This control is valid only when the CH2 AUDIO SELECT switch 6 is set to "MANUAL".

[MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor selector switch

This switch is used to select the monitor sound output from the monitoring loudspeaker 1 or via the EARPHONE jack 2 on page 22.

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.

TC GENE.

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

AUDIO

CH-1

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LITHIUM BATT.

[CH-1 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

INT

PRST

PARA

EXT

REGEN

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

AUX

CAM

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

9HCD

This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the audio input level of the CH-1 audio channel. The reference audio input level to the tape can be set using No. 257 AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEVEL in the VCR Setup Menu screen (-20dB or -12dB). ☞ See page 74 AUTO : The audio input level is held at the reference level

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

MANUAL

: The audio input level can be adjusted with the

CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL control 2 or the CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL control 7 on page 10. To use the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 audio input level control on the front section, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 CH1 FRONT VR ENABLE to “ENABLE”.

[CH-2 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch

This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the audio input level of the CH-2 audio channel. The reference audio input level to the tape can be set using No. 257 AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEVEL in the VCR Setup Menu screen (-20dB or -12dB). ☞ See page 74 AUTO : The audio input level is held at the reference level

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

MANUAL

: The audio input level can be adjusted with the

CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL control 3.

[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 AUDIO IN FRONT connector

on the front side section is input.

REAR : The sound from the AUDIO IN REAR 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 AUDIO IN FRONT connector

on the front side section is input.

REAR : The sound from the AUDIO IN REAR connector

on the rear side section is input.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd)

[Video setting]

9 [VTR INPUT] VTR input setting switch

Select whether to record camera images or composite video from an external device connected to the GENLOCK/AUX IN connector 8 on page 18 with this unit. CAM: Camera images are recorded

Synchronous signals can be inputted to the GENLOCK/AUX IN connector. Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT to CAMERA. ☞ See page 74

AUX: Composite video signals from the GENLOCK/AUX

IN connector are recorded. External video signals are also outputted to the viewfinder. Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT to CAMERA. ☞ See page 74

Memo:

• Camera images are outputted to the VIDEO OUT connector 7 on page 18 and VTR/RM multi-pin connector 8 on page 21, even with the AUX setting.

• When setting the VTR/RM switch on page 20 to RM, the GENLOCK/AUX IN connector will be used for synchronous signal input.

• When AUX is set, GENLOCK is not available for MONITOR OUT and Y/C OUT signals.

• To input the image of the DV connector 1 on page 22, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT to IEEE 1394. ☞ See page 74

0 [VTR SELECT] VTR setting switch

Select whether to use this unit or an external VCR connected to the VTR/RM multi-pin connector of page 21 for recording. This switch is enabled only when [VTR INPUT] switch 9 is set to CAM.

INT: This unit is used to record. PARA: This unit and external VCR are used to record. EXIT: Only the external VCR is used to record. Recording

on the external VCR can be started and stopped by using the VCR start button on this unit.

[VCR menu/Time date setting]

! [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 63.

• For details on the setup menus, see page 73.

^ [CONTINUE] button

If this button is pressed simultaneously with the LOG button 8 on page 19 during the stop mode, the tape winds to the last S.S.F. data OUT point. ☞ See “About the Scene End Cue Up Function” on page

69.

TIME CODE GENERATOR setting switches

& [TC GENE] time code generator setting switch

Preset mode/regeneration mode setting switch for the time code generator. In addition the switch is used to select the time code run mode when in the preset mode. In the S.S.F. mode, time code generator will change to the regeneration mode. REC : Preset mode. Set to this position when newly

presetting and recording the time code. The time code mode of the time code generator will be in the REC run mode (time code runs only during recording). This position allows you to record continuous time codes when recording scenes one after another.

FREE : Preset mode. Set to this position when newly

presetting and recording the time code. The time code mode of the time code generator will be in the FREE run mode (time code runs permanently). Select this setting when the unit should be slavelocked with an external time code generator.

* If this position is used when recording scenes one after

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

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.

* 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-DV550 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 36.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd)

[VCR Display Section]

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

[OPERATE/WARNING] indicator

STATUSSHUTTER

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

LOLUX

WHT.BAL

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

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 pages 96.

[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-DV550 or when it is required to reduce the power consumption for some reason.)

[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 for

presetting the time code. (When the Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to “TC”) Time (Hour, Min., Sec.) is displayed. (When the Menu 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 Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to “TC”) Date (Day, month, year) is displayed. (When the Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to “CLOCK”)

☞ See “VCR Setup Menu Contents” on page 75.

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

tyu

CH 1

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

i o

AUD LOCK

CH 2

32k

REMAIN

40 30 20 10 0

48k

SLAVE

WIDE

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

PB NDF

MSF

REV FWD

!6!7

L iRFSERVO

HOLD

FBATT

!0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5

CAUTION:

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

SP indicator

Indicates the tape speed in record mode.

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 1 on page 15 is pressed to select the VCR Setup Menu.

WIDE indicator

• During IEEE1394 input, the unit will display the “WIDE” indicator if the inputted data is of 16:9 aspect ratio.

• During playback and in the search modes, the “WIDE” indicator is displayed if the recording was made in the WIDE mode. The indicator remains off if the recording was made in the NORMAL or LETTER mode.

Cassette indicator

[REMAIN] indicator

The remaining tape time (minutes and seconds) is shown. For details, see page “Remaining Tape Time Display” on page 24.

Lights when the unit is loaded with a videocassette. Blinks during ejection or tape loading.

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. The reference recording level to the tape can be set using No. 257 AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEV in the VCR Setup Menu screen (-20dB or -12dB). ☞ See page 74

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd)

Tape transport direction indicators

REV FWD

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 24.

Counter display

• Usually, this section shows the data of the CTL counter, time code or user's bit. The display mode can be selected with the 4 COUNTER switch.

• Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV550 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 24. ☞ See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS"

on page 100.

Section for time code related indications

 [SLAVE] Slave lock indicator

This is the slave lock indicator which lights when the builtin time code generator is slave-locked (synchronized) with the LTC time code signal input at the TC IN connector. For the slave lock of the time code, see page 64.

 [PB] Time code playback indicator

Lights when the time code is in playback mode.

 [NDF] Non-drop frame indicator

Lights when the internal time code generator or the playback time code framing mode is non-drop frame. “DF” is displayed in the drop-frame mode.

• It never lights when the CTL counter is displayed.

 [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 62.

One of the indicators lights according to the tape transport direction.

is displayed in the record-pause

mode and in the still picture mode.

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 100.

 [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 “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape” on page 8.

 [Li] Lithium 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 "Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries" on page 36.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-3 Left Side Section

PUSH

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

TC IN TC OUT

Cassette cover

rty

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-DV550 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)

Connector for composite video signal output. The following video signals are outputted.

• E-E video or playback video of VCR

• Screen mixed with characters.

•

External video signal (When VTR INPUT switch is set to AUX)

Select whether to output the E-E video/playback video of VCR or character-mixed screen by CHARACTER MIX of the Camera Setup screen. ☞ See page 83

Memo:

• Select whether to output signals that include setup in the E-E video in SETUP of the Camera Setup screen. ☞ See page 83 * Setup is not included during E-E of IEEE1394.

• VITC time code is not outputted from this connector.

[Y/C OUT] connector (4P)

Separate YC video signal output connector.

[TC IN] connector (BNC)

Input connector for the SMPTE-standard LTC signal. The built-in time code generator can be slave-locked with the input time codes. If the user’s bits should also be slave-locked, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 403 U-BIT SLAVE to “TC&UB”. *

When the TC GENE switch (& on page 15) is set to REC or REGEN, or the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 SSF MODE is set to “CUE MODE” or “MARK MODE”, slave-locking will not take place. For the slave lock of time code, see page 64.

TC OUT connector (BNC)

Output connector for the LTC signal from the built-in time code generator. The time code recorded on the tape is not output in play mode.

[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.

[VIDEO OUT] Video output connector (BNC)

Connector for composite video signal output. Camera images are constantly outputted as through images. Camera images are outputted even during external video signal input (when VTR INPUT switch 9 on page 15 is set to AUX).

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

o i

REMOTE

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

• Whether to output signals with setup can be selected in SETUP of the Camera Setup screen. ☞ See page 83

[GENLOCK/AUX IN] Generationlock/Aux signal

input connector

Synchronous signals (black burst signals) are inputted when the GY-DV550’s camera image is synchronized with an external component. Composite video signals are inputted when recording video signals from an external device with this unit. Which video signals to input can be selected using the VTR INPUT switch on page 15.

Memo:

• Video signals from this connector are not outputted to the VTR/RM multi-pin connector 8 on page 21.

• When the camera remote control unit is connected with setting the MODE switch 6 on page 20 to RM, this connector will be used for synchronous signal input regardless of the VTR INPUT switch setting.

• 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.

• 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.

• The screen will distort when inputting sync signals to both the main unit and camera remote control unit.

• This external video signal input (AUX IN) connector is an auxiliary connector. The bandwidth of Y signals will be 6.75 MHz (8 bit) regardless of the inputted signal bandwidth.

[REMOTE] connector

A part of the unit's functions can be controlled externally. For connecting the local remote control unit (RM-LP55/RMLP-57), nonlinear editing device, etc.

• When connecting the local remote control unit, Set VTR Setup menu No. 050 REMOTE SELECT to LOCAL or IEEE1394.

• When connecting a nonlinear editing device, set to IEEE1394+RS232C. For details, please consult your JVC dealer.

Note:

If you make an error in the setting, disconnect the connector cable before performing setting again.

Microphone attachment holes

For attaching the microphone holder KA-A50 (optional). ☞ See "Attaching the Microphone (optional)" on page 34.

2-4 Top Section

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

PUSH OPEN

EJECT

[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 75.

[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 minutes 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.

LOG REW FF

STOP

PLAY STILL

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[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 (F 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 69.

CAUTION:

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

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

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-5 Adapter Section

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

STATUSSHUTTER

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

GAIN

VTR

[POWER] power source setting switch

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

LOLUX

WHT.BAL

The power source to this unit is selected using this switch. When turning on the power, set this switch first. DC IN/BATT : Use this setting when supplying power from

the DC INPUT connector of this unit or from the battery.

OFF : Use this setting when not supplying power to

this unit.

RM : Use this setting when supplying power from

the camera control unit through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector 8.

CAUTION:

When connecting an external VCR, set this switch to DC IN/BATT and supply power from the DC INPUT connector or the battery of this unit.

[CALL] button

This button is pressed when sending call signals to a camera control unit operator without using the intercom headset. When this button is held down, BACK TALLY lamp 7 blinks and call signals are sent to the camera control unit. When releasing this button, the unit stops sending the call signals and BACK TALLY lamp 7 turns off.

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

CARBON : Use this setting when using a carbon-type

DYNAMIC : Use this setting when using a dynamic-type

[MODE] setting switch

This switch is used to select the usage mode of the VTR/ RM multi-pin connector. RM : This setting is used when connecting with the

camera control unit.

VTR : This setting is used when connecting and recording

using an external VCR

BACK Tally lamp

This lamp lights when the unit is in the recording mode. The lamp flashes when the unit is shifting to the recording mode. The lamp status and the lighting method can be selected in No.082 BACK TALLY MODE of the VCR Setup menu. ☞ See page 74, “BACK TALLY MODE” The lamp blinks when the camera control unit is connected and while CALL button 2 is held down. The lamp turns off when the CALL button is released. The lamp flashes when a call signal is received from a camera control unit operator. For details on the tally lamp display when connecting the camera remote control unit, ☞ See page 95.

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

microphone.

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[INCOM MIC] intercom microphone ON/OFF switch

Microphone ON/OFF switch for the intercom headset. Set the switch to OFF when not using the microphone of the headset.

[INTERCOM LEVEL] intercom receiver volume

Knob for controlling the intercom headset receiver volume.

[INCOM MIC] intercom microphone setting switch

This switch is used to select the microphone type of the intercom headset.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-5 Adapter Section (continued)

PUSH

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

[VTR/RM] VTR/RM multi-pin connector (26P)

This connector is used to connect an external VCR or camera control unit. Camera image signals are outputted from this connector. Set MODE switch 6 according to the connecting device.

Memo:

• Camera images of this unit are recorded on the external VCR. Compost video signals from GENLOCK/ AUX IN connector 8 on page 18 are not recorded.

• When recording on an external VCR, set the VTR INPUT switch 9 on page 15 to CAM and set the VTR SELECT switch = to PARA or EXT.

• Only CH1 audio can be outputted for audio signals.

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

TC IN TC OUT

MONITOR OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

REMOTE

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

[PROMPTER OUTPUT] prompter output connector

Return video signals of the external VCR or signals inputted to the AUX input connector of the camera remote control unit are outputted through VTR/RM multi-pin connector 8.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-6 Rear Section

PUSH

q w

DC OUTPUT

EARPHONE

LINE MIC

+48V ON ON

LINE MIC

FRONT

AUDIO IN

REAR

INTERCOM

+48V

DC INPUT

[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 "IEEE1394".

[EARPHONE] earphone jack

This is a mini-jack for connecting an audio monitoring earphone. Plug in an earphone or headphone with a 3.5 mm diameter plug. Audio is outputted in monaural. 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.

[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).

No. Signal

GND

—

DC +12V (power through)

(Surface profile)

BREAKER

DV CAMCOR

GY-DV55

REMO

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

MONITOR OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

Y/C OUT

TC IN TC OUT

Bottom side

[AUDIO IN REAR] audio input rear connector (XLR

3-pin)

Connect the external audio equipment or microphone to this connector. Set the AUDIO IN REAR LINE/MIC select switch 5 according to the connected equipment. To record the audio of this connector, set the CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch 7 or the CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch 8 on page 14 to "REAR".

(AUDIO IN connector)

No. Signal

[AUDIO IN REAR LINE/MIC] AUDIO IN REAR select

GND

HOT

COLD

switch

Selects the audio signal input to the 4 AUDIO IN REAR connector. 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 the microphone requiring +48 V power supply (phantom microphone, etc.) is connected. This connector supplies +48 V DC current.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-6 Rear Section (Cont'd)

[AUDIO IN FRONT LINE/MIC] AUDIO IN FRONT

select switch

Selects the audio signal input to the AUDIO IN FRONT connector 3on page 10. 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. Use this setting when using the provided

microphone.

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.

[INTERCOM] intercom input terminal (XLR 5-pin)

Input terminal for the intercom headset. Connect the JVC Intercom KA-310 to this terminal. This terminal is enabled when the VTR/RM connector (26pin) on page 21 is connected to the camera control unit. (Enabled when the MODE switch 6 on page 20 is set to RM.)

[BREAKER]

The breaker trips when the power consumption exceeds the capacity. If the breaker trips, confirm that the power consumption does not exceed the wattage rating. Then press BREAKER 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.

[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. When supplying power to the unit from this connector or battery, set the POWER switch 1 on page 20 to DC IN/ BATT..

No. Signal

1 4

Battery holder

Mount a Flat Shape type battery pack here. When supplying power to the unit from DC INPUT connector

or battery- set the POWER switch 1 on page 20 to DC

IN/BATT. ☞ See "Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack" on page

38.

Battery holder lock release knob

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

GND

—

+12V

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

EFBATT

E BATT

2-7 Counter Display Contents

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

OPERATE/WARNING

CH 1

40 30 20 10 0

CH 2

32k

48k

SLAVE

AUD LOCK

WIDE

REMAIN

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

PB NDF

MSF

REV FWD

LIGHT

L iRFSERVO

OFF

HOLD

COUNTER

CTL

FBATT

TC UB

Counter display

Tape counter display

CTL

“CTL”

“TC”

CTL

“TC”

CTL

“UB”

VCR Setup Menu No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT

“CLOCK”

VCR Setup Menu display Error code display

2. 4.

CTL

“TC”

CTL

“UB”

H M S F

Hour Min Sec

H M S

Month Day Year

COUNTER switch

CTL counter

Time code

User’s bit

Time display

Date display

The counter display shows the following 4 types of information.

Tape counter display The counter display usually functions as a tape counter (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. 29

frames and 9 hr. 59 min. 59 sec. 29 frames can be displayed. * CTL counter indication may also corrupt

at playback of segment which time code signal is not continuously recorded.

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

sec. 29 frames can be displayed.

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

in 8 digits. 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 (Month, Day, Year) is displayed.

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

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 73.

Hour meter display Alarm display

Remaining Tape Time Display

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

• Example: 30 minutes of remaining tape.

REMAIN

• 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

REMAIN

• 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.

REMAIN

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.

Error code/Alarm display The error code or alarm indicator is displayed automatically in case an abnormal condition occurs with the unit. ☞ See “TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS” on

page 100.

☞ See “ALARM INDICATIONS” on page 96.

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 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.

2-8 Lens (optional)

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

[S14 x 7.3B12]

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RET

!0 !4

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• 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.

IRIS mode switch

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

Momentary auto iris button

When the IRIS MODE switch 7 is at "M", pushing this button activates the Auto Iris Function while it is held down only.

M A

MACRO

[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.

!1 !2 !3

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 7 to A.

[VTR] Trigger button

To start/stop shooting.

[RET] return video button

• When GY-DV550 is in the record-pause or stop mode, press this button to check the immediately preceding image recorded.

• When the camera control unit is connected, the return video signals can be monitored on the viewfinder while pushing this button.

• When an external VCR is connected, the return video and return audio signals can be monitored while pushing this button. (When VTR SELECT switch is set to EXT.)

ZOOM servo control lever

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

ZOOM servo connector

Connect an optional zoom servo unit here.

ZOOM mode knob

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

control lever 6.

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

lever/ring 2.

BACK FOCUS ring/fixing screw

For back focus adjustment only. Secure with the screw knob after adjustment.

☞ See “Back Focus Adjustment” on page 46.

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 1 to the infinite position and the zoom ring 2 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.

☞ See “Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional)” on page 33. ☞ See “Back Focus Adjustment” on page 46.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-9 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional)

[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 7 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 6 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.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

STATUSSHUTTER

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

ALARM

MONITOR

OPERATE

GAIN

OUTPUT

WHT.BAL

VTR

ON OFF

AUTO IRIS

LOLUX

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

AUDIO SELECT

MANUAL

AUTO

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

REAR

FRONT

AUDIO INPUT

MODE

CTL TC UB

CH-1 MIX CH-2

RESET

OPERATE/WARNING

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

AUDIO LEVEL

CH-2

VTR

OFF

INCOM

MIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

POWER

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

CALL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

FULL AUTO BLACK

2-10 Indications in Viewfinder

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 or the VCR.

●

[BATT] battery lamp

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

●

REC/ALARM lamp

The internal VCR status is displayed when the VTR SELECT

BATT ALARM

BATT Lamp

REC

REC/ALARM Lamp

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  Time date 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 0, 1, 2)

The status 2 screen will not appear during external video signal input (when the VTR INPUT switch is set to AUX). In addition, AUX will appear on the upper right of status screen 0 and 1 and camera setting related display will not be made.

switch is set to INT or PARA. This lights or blinks green under the following circumstances.

Steady green : During recording. Blinks green : • While the GY-DV550 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-DV550.

The external VCR status is displayed when VTR SELECT switch is set to EXT. Steady green : During recording. Blinks green : • Immediately before the tape is running out.

• When an error occurs in the VCR.

STATUS button

ACCU - FOCUS

M: 909

Status 0 Status 1 Status 2

• VTR INPUT switch: During AUX setting

AUX AUX

Status 0 Status 1

M: 909

• VTR INPUT switch: During CAM setting

ACCU

-FOCUS

REC2

CH1 - ----+--

EXT

CH2-----+--

F5.6 STBY

INT

STBY

CH1 - ----+-CH2-----+--

M: 909

4V21.<60

M: 909

4V21.<60

SCENE F I LE A

WH I T E B A L A

FILTER SHUTTER 1/ 1000 GA I N 6 dB

I R I S LEVE L NORMAL

I R I S DE TEC T NORMAL FUL L AUTO OFF REC T I ME <6 0

3.2K

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-10 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd)

●

Status 0

Display Position

3 4 5 6

Status 0

ACCU - FOCUS

e r

REC2

EXT F5.6

STBY 4V21.<60

CH1 - ----+-CH2-----+--

ACCU- FOCUS

M: 909

io!0

!1!2

Status 1 Status 2

e r

y !3

SCENE F I LE

WH I T E B A L A

FILTER SHUTT ER 1 / 10 GA I N 6 dB

I R I S LEVE L NORMAL

IRIS DETECT NORMAL FUL L AUTO OFF REC T I ME <6 0

Display Function

ACCU-FOCUS Blinks during the ACCU-FOCUS operation.

SKIN AREA Blinks while the skin tone detail color area is displayed.

S Displayed when the SHUTTER or V-SCAN is ON.

FAS Displayed when the Full Auto Shooting is ON.

ALC Displayed when the ALC alone is ON.

IEEE 1394 Displayed when VCR Setup menu No.126 VIDEO INPUT is set to IEEE1394.

AUX Displayed during external video signal input.

G Displayed in other modes than 0 dB, LOLUX and ALC.

L Displayed during LOLUX operation.

F Displayed when FAW alone is ON.

Displayed when IRIS BACK LIGHT or IRIS SPOT LIGHT is selected.

SD Displayed while the Skin Detail function is in operation.

B Displayed when BLACK STRETCH or BLACK COMPRESSION is

selected.

Event display See the table below.

3.2K 00

Not displayed during external video signal input (when the VCR INPUT switch is set to AUX).

7 Event display ... Not displayed during external video signal input or IEEE1394 input.

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

Switch

ZEBRA ZEBRA ON, OFF

BLACK BLACK STRETCH, NORMAL, COMPRESS

GAIN GAIN –3 dB, 0 dB, 3 dB, 6 dB, 9 dB, 12 dB, 18 dB, ALC

WHT. BAL WHITE BAL A, B, PRESET, FAW

FULL AUTO FULL AUTO ON, OFF

AUTO IRIS IRIS BACK L, NORMAL, SPOT L

LOLUX LOLUX ON, OFF

FILTER knob FILTER 3.2K, 5.6K+1/8ND, 5.6K+1/64ND

VTR VTR STBY, SAVE

AUTO KNEE AUTO KNEE ON, OFF

Event Display Contents

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-10 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd)

●

Status 1

In addition to the information on the Status 0 screen, this screen displays audio indicators and information on remaining tape, voltage and lens F-number (or FILTER POSITION).

Display position

Display

(Example) CH1- - - - + - CH2- - - - + - STBY SAVE STOP REC FF REW EJECT

(Example) < 60

(Example) 12: 34: 56: 20

(Example)

12.4V

F-number: OPEN, F2, F2.8, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16, CLOSE FILTER: FIL1, FIL2, FIL3

(Example) M: 099

EXT, INT, PARA

REC2

Function

Shows the input level of the audio input channel. Display ON/OFF can be selected using the VF DISPLAY menu screen. ☞ See "AUDIO DISPLAY" on page 78. VCR in standby mode VCR in save mode VCR in stop mode VCR in record mode VCR in fast-forward mode VCR in rewind mode VCR in eject mode

Remaining tape indication (displayed in 1-minute steps)

When the tape is used for a long time, the remaining tape may not be indicated accurately. At the beginning of the tape, in particular, the indication may show smaller value than the actual one.

Time code display Time code display is available when the "REC TIME" item on the VF DISPLAY menu screen is set to TIME CODE. ☞ See "REC TIME" on page 78.

Voltage indication (displayed in 0.1 V steps) The indicator flashes when the battery is low. The indicator will not appear when the camera remote control unit is connected. The F-number of the connected lens or the filter position of the unit is displayed. Whether to display the F-number or filter position, or no display is selected in F. NO/FILTER of the VF DISPLAY screen.

• The F-number may not be displayed depending on the lens type or when the lens is removed. ☞ See page 78

Not displayed during external video signal input or IEEE1394 input. In the Super Scene Finder (S.S.F.) mode, the number of memorized scenes

is shown. M: In MARK mode C : In CUE mode Number: Number of memorized scenes Displays whether the main unit is used for recording or the external VCR

connected to the VTR/RM multi-pin connector. The displays will differ depending on the VTR SELECT switch setting. INT is constantly displayed during external video input or IEEE1394 input. INT is constantly displayed when the VTR/RM switch is set to RM.

The display will light during external VCR recording. The display flashes when there is a warning on the external VCR. The display will not appear when the VTR/RM switch is set to RM.

Note:

When the RS-232C cable is connected, the VCR operation mode may not be displayed correctly.

●

Status 2 ... Not displayed during external video signal input or IEEE1394 input.

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

Indication Indication Contents

SCENE FILE A, B, OFF

WHITE BAL A, B, PRESET, FAW, MANUAL (When remote control unit w/manual balance is connected.)

FILTER 3.2K, 5.6K+1/8ND, 5.6K+1/64ND

SHUTTER OFF, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/60.1 to 1/2084.6 (in VARIABLE mode),

EEI (in ALC mode)

GAIN -3dB, 0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 18dB, LOLUX, ALC

IRIS LEVEL NORMAL, BACK L, SPOT L

FULL AUTO ON, OFF

REC TIME Remaining tape time or time code.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-10 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd)

 Alarm Message Display

ACCU- FOCUS

Alarm message display 1

Alarm message display 2

CH1-----+--

F5 . 6

STBY 4V21.<60

CH2-----+--

Indication Contents

CLOSE CASSETTE COVER The cassette cover is not closed. VTR WARNING [HEAD] Head clogging VTR WARNING [SERVO] Servo error

1VTR WARNING [DEW] Condensation

VTR WARNING [HARD] Hardware error VTR WARNING [STOP] Operation stopped VTR WARNING [REW] Rewinding abnormality

TAPE NEAR END Remaining tape time is less than about 2 minutes in the record mode TAPE END Tape end reached

2 REC INHIBITAn unrecordable videocassette (the switch on the back of the cassette is

set to SAVE) is inserted.

NO TAPE VTR trigger is pressed with no tape loaded.

The following alarm messages are displayed on the status 0 and status 1 screens. Event display is not made when an alarm message is displayed in alarm message display 2.

 Time/Date Display

2000/06/15 2 0 :15:15

REC2 EXT F5 . 6 STBY

Time/date display

CH1-----+-CH2-----+--

ACCU- FOCUS

:213C

4V21.>60

When setting DISPLAY item of the TIME DATE menu screen to ON, the time and date will appear as shown in the diagram on the left. The time and date are recorded on tape during recording as well. For the display formats of the time and date, ☞ see page 84. For setting the time and date, see page 43.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-10 Indication in Viewfinder (Cont'd)

 Safety Zone

Two 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. The CENTER MARK item can be used to select whether the safety zone center mark indicator should be displayed or not (ON/OFF).

OFF NORMAL 16:9

 Setting the Screen Display

--- - - CAMERA MENU -

SCENE F I LE : A VF D I SPLAY MENU OPE RA T I ON MENU PROCESS MENU

FILE MANAGE

SETUP MENU

EX I T

MENU . .TIME DATE

 Auto White Balance Display

AUTO WH AITE

OPE R A T I ON

Screen used for making various settings of the camera and VCR.

☞ See "Camera Menu Screen Flow" on page 76. ☞ See "VCR Setup Menu" on page 72.

This screen appears during the auto white balance adjustment operation to display various data. ☞ See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 47.

 Shutter Speed Display

SHUTT ER 1 / 1 0 0 0

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. ☞ See "SHUTTER dial" on page 12.

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-1 Basic System

For information on connection with the individual attachments, refer to the page explaining the respective connection methods.

LOCAL REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RM-LP55 RM-LP57

ULTRA LIGHT

(ANTON BAUER.PROTEC)

VIEWFINDER

VF-P400

CAMERA REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RM-P200 RM-P300

BATTERY NP-1B TYPE

MICROPHONE

MV-P615

1.5" VIEW FINDER VF-P115B VF-P116

MACRO

ZOOM LENS S14 x 7.3B12(FUJINON) S16 x 6.7B12(FUJINON) S19 x 6.5B12(FUJINON) YH14 x 7.3K12(CANON) YH18 x 6.7K12(CANON)

FOCUS MANUAL UNIT

HZ-FM13 (FUJINON HZ-FM15 (CANON

ZOOM SERVO UNIT

HZ-ZS13B

MIC HOLDER

KA-A50

GY-DV550

STANDARD

)

TRIPOD TP-P300

DOLLY

TP-P205

SHOULDER BELT

MICROPHONE

PACKAGE

DV CAMCORDER

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

AUTO IRIS

VTR

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX CH-2

STATUSSHUTTER

MONITOR

CH-1

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

TRIPOD BASE

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO LEVEL

BATTERY CHARGER

BATTERY NP-1B TYPE

VF HOLDER KA-A40

BATTERY HOLDER

BH-P27

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

OFF

CH-2

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN

/BATT.

POWER

VIDEO LIGHT

(ANTON BAUER.

PROTEC)

ANTON BAUER BATTERY HOLDER (QRQ27)

BATTERY

NB-G1

4P4P

)

VC-710 (5m

AC POWER ADAPTER (

NB-G1 BATTERY CHARGER

ANTON BAUER BATTERY (

PRO PAC, MAGNUM

TRIMPAC, HYTRON

NB-G1 (4PACK) BATTERY CHARGER (AC POWER ADAPTER) AA-G11

AA-P250

, )

)

ANTON BAUER BATTERY CHARGER

IEEE1394 CABLE VX-DV110(1m) VX-DV120(2m) VX-DV130(3m) VX-DV210(1m) VX-DV220(2m) VX-DV230(3m)

RS232C CABLE VC-P893(PC/AT)

Y/C CABLE VCG30, VCG50

4P-4P

4P-6P

BNC CABLE

HZ-FM13 cannot be used with S14X7.3B12/U. Please use the Focus Manual Unit (FMM-8, CHF-3, CFC-12-990) manufactured by Fujinon.

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-2 Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional)

Loosen the mount ring.

Connect the cable connector.

Attach the lens with its pin aligned with the hole in the mount.

Hole

When unplugging the cable connector, first remove the lens itself. Then grasp this portion and pull straight out.

Mount ring

Tighten the mount ring.

CAUTION:

Be sure to tighten the mount ring completely. Incomplete tightening may result in the lens dropping off or disturbed back focus.

3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder (optional)

Sliding securing ring

1 4

Stopper screw

Mounting guide

Viewfinder mount base

Connector

Loosen the stopper screw on the viewfinder.

Connect the connector.

Align the mounting guide with the camera’s viewfinder mount base and attach the viewfinder.

Tighten the stopper screw.

Tighten the sliding securing ring.

* To detach the viewfinder, reverse the mounting procedure.

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-4 Attaching the Microphone (provided)

Provided Microphone

1.3.

Connecting the provided microphone to the viewfinder. The provided microphone is a phantom microphone.

Loosen the stopper screw on the viewfinder.

Attach the microphone to the attachment guide on the

viewfinder as illustrated.

Confirm that there is no gap between the microphone and the viewfinder, and then tighten the stopper screw.

Tighten the microphone screw. The microphone should be firmly attached.

Connect the cable from the microphone to the AUDIO IN FRONT connector on the front section of the camera.

Secure the microphone cable using the cable clamp located on the front of the camera.

CAUTION:

When this microphone is attached, the range that the viewfinder can be moved to the left will be reduced. Please purchase a separately sold microphone if you prefer to observe through the viewfinder using your left eye.

3-5 Attaching the Microphone (optional)

2. 4.

KA-A50 Microphone holder

With the optional KA-A50 microphone holder, the optional microphones MV-P615 (Phantom microphone) can be used.

 Attaching the Microphone with KA-A50

Secure the microphone holder with 2 screws.

Turn the small knob located on the outer side of the microphone holder anticlockwise to loosen it, and loosen the large knob located on the inner side in the same way. Rotate the large knob fully anticlockwise to open the holder.

Attach the microphone to the microphone holder so that the microphone does not interfere with the cassette cover.

Set the microphone holder so that the height is level, and tighten the inside and outside knobs to secure the microphone.

Connect the microphone cable to the AUDIO IN FRONT connector.

Secure the microphone cable using the cable clamp located on the front of the camera.

Make sure to perform the correct settings for use of a phantom microphone.

Note:

• When the light mounted on the camera is used at the same time, if the microphone in use has a long sound collecting section (ultra-directional type, etc.), the microphone's shadow may influence the image.

AUDIO IN FRONT connector

Microphone cable

MV-P615

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (provided)

Use the provided tripod base to place the camera on a tripod.

Attach the tripod base on the tripod by using the hole that balances the unit most optimally.

While pushing the safety lever, pull the lock lever toward the front until the front mount clip clicks into place.

Place the unit on the tripod base by aligning the rear base mount of the unit with the pin on the tripod base.

Push the unit from the upward direction and slide it toward the front so that the front base mount of the unit is locked by the front mount clip of the tripod base as it clicks into place.

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 unit 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.

• The tripod base (KA-510) cannot be mounted.

Front base mount

Front mount clip

Safety lever

Tripod mounting holes

Lock lever

Rear base mount

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

MODE

FILTER

1 3200k

2 5600k+1/8ND

3 5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

VTR

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK L

STRETCH

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

CH-1

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

AUDIO INPUT

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

3-7 Attaching the 4-inch Viewfinder (Optional)

Use the optional viewfinder holder (KA-A40) to mount the 4-

VF-P400

Lock lever

mount screw

stopper pin

mount screw

handle

KA-A40

PUSH

inch viewfinder (VF-P400) on the unit.

Mount the viewfinder holder on the handle section of the unit. * Mount it so that the stopper pin of the viewfinder holder

comes to face the front of the unit.

Fix the viewfinder holder securely using two screws.

CAUTION:

Unless the screws are securely fixed, the viewfinder may drop. Exercise maximum caution.

Loosen the lock lever of the 4-inch viewfinder, and slide the viewfinder forward along the viewfinder holder guide.

VTR/RM

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

Turn clockwise the lock lever of the 4-inch viewfinder and fix it.

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

TC IN TC OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

GENLOCK/AUX IN

REMOTE

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

Connect the viewfinder cable connector to the viewfinder connector of the unit.

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-8 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries

The GY-DV550 uses a lithium battery for backup of the time code data and time date data. Install the provided lithium battery before actually using the unit.

● Lithium battery: CR2032

"Li" indicator

CAUTION:

If the unit is not used for a lengthy period of time (one month or more), remove the lithium battery. If the voltage of the lithium battery becomes low, the set may malfunction.

AUTO IRIS

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

STATUSSHUTTER

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

LOLUX

WHT.BAL

OPERATE switch

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1 MIX CH-2

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

CH 1

4030 20 10 0

CH 2

32k

48k

AUD LOCK

WIDE

REMAIN

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

PB NDF

SLAVE

HHMMSF

REV FWD

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

LIGHT

L iRFSERVO

OFF

HOLD

COUNTER

CTL

FBATT

TC UB

FRONT REAR

AUDIO INPUT

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

AUDIO LEVEL

LITHIUM BATT.

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

TC GENE.

VTR SELECT

INT

PRST

PARA

REGEN

EXT

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

CAM

AUX

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

Lithium battery case

When the lithium battery is not in place or the battery is exhausted and requires a replacement, the "Li" indicator in the LCD display will light up.

Replace lithium batteries with the OPERATE switch set to ON. Doing it with the OPERATE switch set to OFF will cause the loss of backup data.

 How to Install the Lithium Battery  How to Remove Lithium Batteries

CR2032

LITHIUM BATT.

Push the lithium battery cover in the direction of the arrow

CR2032

as illustrated and remove the cover.

RESET switchLithium battery cover

Slide the battery into place with its marked surface facing

upward.

Return the lithium battery cover to its original position in the

unit.

Note:

Do not press the RESET switch when installing or removing the lithium battery.

CR2032

 The lithium battery is easily

removed if you press at the edge of the lithium battery at the place indicated in the illustration on the left and then pull the battery out.

4. POWER SUPPLY

An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be connected directly to the GY-DV550. 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 39.

The GY-DV550 is operable with AC power supply or battery pack.

To operate the unit using AC power supply or battery, set the POWER switch to DC IN/BATT.

CAUTION:

When supplying power to the unit from cameral control unit through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector, set the POWER switch to RM. It is not possible to supply power to the main unit from an external VCR through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector.

Do not use any power source with large fluctuations in the power source voltage, or power sources generating noise, such as ripples.

1 2 3

AUTO IRIS

FILTER

3200k 5600k+1/8ND 5600k+1/64ND

VTR

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

STATUSSHUTTER

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

MONITOR

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

FRONT REAR

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

POWER switchOPERATE switch

4-1 AC Operation

Use the JVC AA-P250 AC power adapter (max. rated output 12.5 V DC, 3.5 A) as the AC power supply.

AA-P250

INTERCOM

LINE MIC

+48V

ON ON

FRONT

DC cable

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

DC INPUT

AUDIO IN

REAR

AC power adapter

Precautions for Connection with the AC POWER ADAPTER(AA-P250)

Always use the DC cable equipped with a ferrite core and supplied with the AA-P250. The DC cable VC-710(5m) can not be used. If the cable is not equipped with a ferrite core, please contact your JVC dealer.

4-2 Battery Pack Operation

The GY-DV550 can be operated with the following battery packs.

 Flat shape type battery pack  Anton-Bauer battery pack

● Propack 13/14 Series

● Trimpack 13/14 Series

● Magnum 13/14 Series

● Compack 13/14 Series

    

After making sure that the power switches of the GY-DV550

and of the AA-P250 are set to OFF, connect the DC cable from the AA-P250 to the DC INPUT connector of the GYDV550 as shown in the illustration.

When the AA-P250 is used, set the CHARGE/CAMERA

switch to CAMERA.

Set the POWER switch of the main unit to DC IN/BATT, and

set the OPERATE switch to ON. * For details, read the instruction manual of the AA-P250.

Note:

Do not remove or connect the DC cable while recording is being performed.

● When the DC cable is connected to the DC INPUT connector, the power supply from the battery pack is interrupted and the power starts to be supplied through the DC INPUT connector.

● Do not connect or disconnect the DC cable while operating with a battery pack. The following symptoms may occur if the DC cable is connected or disconnected while operating with a battery pack.

• The power is cut off for a moment when the DC cable is disconnected.

• Noise to the video and audio signals occurs. Audio signal are muted.

● When operation is continued with DC input after the battery pack capacity has been used up, set the OPERATE switch to OFF after the DC power is applied. Then switch ON again.

● If the GY-DV550 is left with the battery pack attached, a small amount of power is consumed even if the OPERATE switch on the GY-DV550 is set to OFF. Remove the battery pack when the GY-DV550 is not going to be used.

4. POWER SUPPLY

4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Cont'd)

ATTACHING A FLAT SHAPE TYPE BATTERY PACK

Open the battery case cover while pushing the lock release

lever.

Insert the battery pack into the battery case with its electrodes

facing the unit.

Close the battery case cover.

Lock release lever

Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF before replacing the battery pack.

4. POWER SUPPLY

4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Cont'd)

USING AN ANTON-BAUER BATTERY PACK

To use an Anton-Bauer battery pack (Propack 13/14, Trimpack 13/14, Magnum 13/14, Compack 13/14 Series), it is necessary to detach the battery case from the GY-DV550 and replace it with the Anton-Bauer battery holder. Use the following battery holder.

• Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27

Detaching the Battery Case From the GY-DV550 and Attaching The Anton-Bauer Battery

Connector Compartment

Black screw A

Remove the two black screws A on the battery case.

Remove the lower half of the battery case cover in the

downward direction.

Mount screw B

Connector

Mount screw

To remove the battery case, remove the four screws B fixing

the battery case and the connector connecting the battery case to this unit.

Attaching and Detaching an Anton-Bauer Battery Pack

Guide pins

Cassette cover

Release lever

side panel

Guide holes (x3)

Battery pack (Trimpack)

Release lever

* Take care not to pinch the wires. This could result in

Anton-Bauer Battery holder

Connect the connectors protruding from the GY-DV550 with

the connectors on the battery holder. * Following connection of the connectors, insert them into

the connector compartment.

Secure the battery holder to the GY-DV550 with the four

mount screws provided with the battery holder.

damage.

Attaching the Battery Pack

Align the 3 guide pins of the battery pack with

the guide holes on the battery holder, and push straight to insert the battery pack. The battery cannot be attached properly if the guide pins are not inserted straight.

Side panel with display

CH-1 CH-2

AUDIO INPUT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

FRONT

Slide the battery pack toward the side panel

LIGHT

TC UB

REAR

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

where the cassette cover is located until it clicks. Now the battery pack has been attached.

Detaching the Battery Pack

 While pushing and holding the release lever, slide

the battery pack toward the side panel where the LCD display is located, then pull the battery pack

Battery

outward to remove.

4. POWER SUPPLY

4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Cont'd)

REMAINING BATTERY POWER DISPLAY

WARNING indicator

Remaining battery power indication

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

ALARM

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

STATUSSHUTTER

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

FRONT REAR

LIGHT

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

TALLY lamp

Viewfinder

LOW BATTERY

ALARM

BATT lamp

BATT

EFBATT

E BATT

REC

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 75.

The status of the remaining battery power can be checked by the remaining battery power indication. ☞ See page 24.  When the remaining battery power is nearly exhausted, the

following warning messages will appear. In this case, replace with a fully charged battery as soon as possible.

● Remaining battery power indication: Segment bar and "BATT" indicator start to blink

● WARNING indicator and TALLY lamp blink

● Viewfinder:

• BATT lamp lights.

• TALL lamp blinks.

• During status 1 mode, the voltage display flashes.

● Alarm sound beeps

Operating Time with Battery Pack

When the VF-P115B is used as the viewfinder and a fully charged battery pack is attached, the approximate continuous operating time is as follows:

Battery Pack Continuous Operating Time (at 25 ˚C)

NP-1B 60 minutes

Magnum 14 130 minutes

NP-L40 80 minutes

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 a high temperature (under direct sunlight in a car, etc.), this could cause leakage of the fluid or shorten 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.

After the remaining battery power warnings appear, the GY-DV550 automatically stops operation if the battery power operation is continued.

● Battery operating time may differ depending on the number of times the battery has been charged, charging conditions and the operating environment, etc. Use the values in the table on the left for 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.

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.

5. PREPARATIONS

5-1 Turning the Power ON

MODE switch

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

BACK L

VTR

NORMAL SPOT L

GAIN

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

CH-1 MIX CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

FRONT REAR

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

POWER switch

VTR switch

Select the power supplying method to the unit with the POWER switch.

• When supplying power to the unit from the DC IN connector or battery, set the POWER switch to DC IN/BATT.

• When supplying power to the unit from camera control unit through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector, set the switch to RM.

Memo:

It is not possible to supply power to the main unit from an external VCR through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector. When the POWER switch is set to RM, power supply other than the camera will no turn on during the following conditions. At this time, the FULL AUTO lamp will flash.

• When the MODE switch is set to VTR.

• When the MODE switch is set to RM and remote control signals are not being received from the camera control unit.

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OPERATE switch

FULL AUTO lamp

Turn the OPERATE switch to ON.  The power is then supplied to the unit.

• Video image is output to the viewfinder.

• The display of the VCR section is turned on.

Select the GY-DV550 operation mode with the VTR switch.

• The GY-DV550 operation mode may differ when the power is turned ON and when the cassette is loaded depending on the setting of the VTR switch as follows:

VTR switch setting

GY-DV550 operation mode

GY-DV550 enters the SAVE mode (tape protect mode) and stops the drum motor. "SAVE" is

SAVE

displayed in the VCR operation indicating section of the Status 1 mode screen in the viewfinder. In this mode, the tape is effectively protected. In this condition, press the VTR trigger button to start recording. However, it takes longer for the operation to take place from this condition than from the STBY mode.

When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV550 enters the record-pause mode

STBY

automatically. (The drum motor is still rotating.) "STBY" is displayed on the Status 1 screen in the viewfinder. In this condition, pressing the VTR trigger button starts recording immediately.

CAUTION:

• Wait at least 5 seconds before turning the OPERATE ON again once it has been turned OFF.

• When the OPERATE is turned OFF, the unit automatically enters the tape protect mode. It takes approximately 5 seconds to

enter the tape protect mode. Do not turn the OPERATE ON again within this interval.

• External VCR will not enter the SAVE mode.

• Do not directly turn the POWER switch to OFF with a tape inserted. (The unit will not enter the tape protect mode.)

5. PREPARATIONS

5-2 Cassette Loading and Unloading

EJECT

LOG REW FF

EJECT switch

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

VTR switch

• A cassette cannot be loaded or unloaded while the GY-DV550 is in OPERATE OFF mode.

• Use a videocassette tape marked MiniDV.

• The videocassette should be held vertical and inserted straight into the slot.

OPERATE switch

STOP

WHT.BAL

PLAY STILL

Loading the Cassette

Set the OPERATE switch to ON.

Slide the EJECT switch to the side to open the cassette cover.

Insert a videocassette into the cassette slot after removing the tape slack. Ensure that the videocassette is fully inserted.

The cassette indicator on the display blinks during tape loading and lights steadily after the loading has been completed.

Slowly close the cassette cover by pushing it in all the way. When the cassette cover is closed, the OPERATE LED lights up green and the unit is in the condition where it can be operated. In the SAVE mode, the OPERATE LED lights orange.

• The condition at the completion of loading varies depending on the position of the VTR switch and the switch on the back of the videocassette as shown below.

Cassette rear switch

CAUTION:

The GY-DV550 cannot be operated while the cassette cover is open. Make sure to close the cover before operating the unit.

Unloading the Cassette

Set the OPERATE switch to ON.

Slide the EJECT switch all the way to the side to start tape ejection.

The cassette indicator on the display blinks during tape ejection and turns off after the ejection has been completed.

• It takes a few seconds before the cassette is ejected after the EJECT switch is moved.

Take out the videocassette.

Videocassette

Cassette cover

VTR switch

STBY

SAVE

* Recording can be started by pressing the VTR trigger button

from the record-pause condition. For details on how to record, see page 53.

After the cassette cover is closed, it takes about 8 seconds before the unit can start recording or before it enters the stop mode.

Switch on Back of Videocassette

REC

Enters recordpause mode after back-spacing.

In the record-pause mode and the drum rotation is stopped.

SAVE

The unit enters stop mode. “REC INH” is displayed for a few seconds on the counter display.

Close the cassette cover.

CAUTION:

Do not leave the unit for a long period with the cassette cover open as dirt or other foreign objects may enter the VCR section and cause malfunction.

5. PREPARATIONS

5-3 Setting the Date and Time

The date and time of the built-in clock should be set. Powered by the backup lithium battery, the set date and time data continue to count even when the power is switched off. Whether to display the set date and time data on the viewfinder and whether to record the data on the sub-time code area of the tape during recording can be set in DISPLAY item of the Camera TIME DATE menu screen.

AUDIO

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LEVEL

LITHIUM BATT.

OPERATE/WARNING

CH 1

RESET

4030 20 10 0

CH 2

32k

48k

SLAVE

AUD LOCK

MONITOR

WIDE

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MONITOR

LUX

REMAIN

MIX

CH-2

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

L iRFSERVO

PB NDF

HOLD

HHMMSF

FBATT

REV FWD

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

FRONT REAR

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

COUNTER switch

Lithium battery compartment

 Check that the lithium battery has been inserted.

Turn ON the power and set the counter display to the date/ time mode.

• Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT

Time display (COUNTER switch: TC)

Hour Min. Sec.

to “CLOCK” and then press the DATA SET button. ☞ See “Displaying and Setting VCR Setup Menus” on

page 73.

☞ See “VCR Setup Menu Contents” on page 75.

CH-2

VTR SELECT

INT

PARA

EXT

CAM

VTR INPUT

HOLD

button

SHIFT button

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

TC GENE.

PRST

REGEN

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

AUX

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

CONTINUE

REC FREE

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

ADVANCE button

PRESET button

HOLD

H M S

HOLD

H M S

Date display (COUNTER switch: UB)

Day

Month Year

HOLD

Set the COUNTER switch to TC or UB.  To set the time: Set the switch to TC.

The time (Hour, Min., Sec.) is indicated on the counter display. (24-hour clock system)

 To set the date: Set the switch to UB.

The date (Month, Day, Year) is indicated on the counter display.

Press the HOLD button to enter the setting mode. The “HOLD” indicator lights up on the display to indicate that the unit is in the setting mode. The leftmost digit on the counter blinks.

Set the date and time.

• Each time the ADVANCE button is pressed, the value of the blinking digit increases.

• Each time the SHIFT button is pressed, the digit to the right of the currently blinking one starts blinking. When pressed while the rightmost digit is blinking, the leftmost digit starts blinking again. Repeat the above procedure to set the value of all the digits.

To decide the set date and time data, press the PRESET button. The “HOLD” indicator on the display turns off and the date/ time display stops blinking. The time starts counting.  When setting DISPLAY item of the Camera TIME DATE

menu screen to ON, the date and time data are displayed on the viewfinder. In addition, the time and date data are recorded on the tape during recording. The viewfinder display format can be selected in the Camera TIME DATE menu screen.

☞ See “Time/Date Display” on page 30. ☞ See “TIME DATE screen” on page 84.

Memo:

To display and set the time code or user’s bit, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT to “TC”.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-1 Camera Settings

POWER ON

1 First place a charged battery pack in the battery case on

the rear section of the unit. If battery pack is not used, connect DC power to the DC INPUT connector on the rear section of the unit using the AC power adapter (AAP250) to supply DC 12 V current.

2 Set the OPERATE switch on the unit to ON.

SWITCH positions

A. Set the VTR switch to STBY. B. AUTO IRIS switch; set to NORMAL. C. GAIN switch; set to L. The L position is 0 dB. D. OUTPUT switch; set to CAM\AUTO KNEE OFF. E. WHT. BAL (Auto White Balance) switch; set to A or B.

Set the lens' iris mode switch to "A" (AUTO IRIS side)

Choose the proper color temperature conversion filter.

AUTO IRIS

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

FULL AUTO BLACK

OUTPUT

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

1 2 3

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

LOLUX

WHT.BAL

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

3200k 5600k+1/8ND 5600k+1/64ND

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

A CB D E

FILTER Suitable Location

1 3200K Indoors, dark outdoors

2 5600K+1/8ND Outdoors

3 5600K+1/64ND Outdoors under clear sky

Using the SHUTTER dial, set the shutter speed to OFF.

ZEBRA

OFF

PUSH

AUTO

SKIN

WHITE

AREA

ACCU FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

6-2 Screen Size (4:3/16:9 aspect ratio) Mode Selection

The screen size of recorded images can be selected in ASPECT RATIO item of the Camera OPERATION menu screen. ☞ See page 79

● To record using the standard screen, set ASPECT RATIO to 4:3.

● When setting ASPECT RATIO to LETTER, images are recorded on a screen of 16:9 aspect ratio split horizontally. In this case, the viewfinder screen will show a 16:9 screen that is horizontally split.

Memo:

• The safety zone of the standard screen or 16:9 screen can be displayed on the viewfinder by setting SAFETY ZONE item of the Camera VF DISPLAY menu screen. ☞ See page 78.

• When setting ASPECT RATIO to LETTER, 16:9 screen detection ID signal will not be outputted from the Y/C OUT connector.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-3 Viewfinder Adjustment

Eyepiece

focusing ring

CONT

BRIGHT

6-4 External Monitor Adjustment

Adjust the position and angle of the viewfinder.

Diopter adjustment

Rotate the eyepiece focusing ring until the viewfinder screen image is clearly visible.

Brightness and contrast adjustment

When the ambient brightness changes, etc., the brightness and contrast of the viewfinder screen can be adjusted with the BRIGHT and CONT controls.

Memo:

The screen size of the viewfinder can be changed by selecting ASPECT RATIO (4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio screen) in the OPERATION MENU screen.

3.~8.

 SMTPE type color bars

AUTO IRIS

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

PUSH

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

TC IN TC OUT

LOLUX

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

REMOTE

Display the camera built-in color bar signal on the video monitor and adjust the colors, contrast and brightness.

Connect a color video monitor to the MONITOR OUT

connector of the GY-DV550.

Set the OUTPUT switch to BARS to output the color bar

signal (SMTPE type color bars).

GENLOCK/AUX IN

Set the monitor's BLUE CHECK function to ON so that the

VIDEO OUT

screen turns entirely blue.

AUDIO FRONT

LEN

Adjust the CHROMA control of the monitor so that there is

no difference in brightness between the color bars 1 and 8, 7 and D.

With the BLUE CHECK function ON, adjust the PHASE

control of the monitor so that there is no difference in brightness between the color bars 3 and 0, 5 and B.

If the phase control adjustment above causes a difference

in brightness between the color bars 1 and 8, 7 and D, start again from the CHROMA control adjustment in step 4.

Set the monitor's BLUE CHECK function to OFF to switch

the monitor back to the standard screen (R, G and B will all appear).

Use the monitor's brightness control to adjust so that the

color bars H and I disappear but J is visible.

White Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue

12345 6

Blue Black Magenta Black Cyan Black White

890AB C

Black White Black

EF G HIJK

The color bar screen has a configuration as shown above. The description hereinafter refers to the positions in the color bar screen using the numbers.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-5 Back Focus Adjustment

It is only necessary to perform this when the lens is attached

4. 6. 5.3.

for the first time or when focusing is not correct in both the telephoto and wide-angle positions. Adjust the viewfinder for sharpness first.

It is easier to adjust back focus when the subject is more than 3 meters from the camera. The optimal subject for this adjustment is a Siemens star chart.

RET

MACRO

7. 8. 10.2.

Set the IRIS mode switch to M (Manual).

Set the zoom mode to MANU (Manual).

Open the iris ring. If the illumination is too strong, reduce it or move to a darker place.

Turn the zoom lever until the lens is at the maximum telephoto position.

Bring the subject into focus.

Set the lens to maximum wide-angle.

Loosen the back focus ring retaining knob.

View the same subject and adjust the back focus ring for the best possible focus.

Repeat steps 4. through 8. about three times for fine adjustment until the subject remains in focus in both the telephoto position and the wide-angle position.

10.

Tighten the back focus ring retaining knob to secure the ring.

Memo:

ACCU FOCUS can also be used in the above step

Siemens star chart

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-6 White Balance Adjustment

Since the color of light (color temperature) varies depending on the light source, it is necessary to re-adjust the white balance when the main light source illuminating the subject changes.

Note:

When a subject illuminated by a halogen lamp with a color temperature of 3,200K is shot while the color temperature conversion filter setting is set to 5,600K + ND, a proper white balance adjustment and (FAW) Full Time Auto White balance may not be accomplishable. In this case, change the color temperature conversion filter setting to 3,200K and then carry out the white balance adjustment and (FAW) again.

● Do not adjust using any highly reflective objects, such as metal, etc., as this may result in improper white balance adjustment.

WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

FILTER knob

IRIS mode

switch

WHT.BAL switch

OUTPUT switch

<3200K>

:LOW LIGHTERROR

POWER switch

AUTO WHT.

/ACCU FOCUS switch

Auto

AUTO WH I TE A

OPERAT ION

During operation Result message

AUTO WH I TE A

NG :OB JE CT

Improper object Insufficient illumination

AUTO WH I TE A

:OVER L IGHTERROR

Excessive illumination

White Area

AUTO WH I TE A

FULL-TIME AUTO WHITE BALANCE (FAW)

The FAW function adjusts the white balance value automatically as the lighting condition changes.

This mode is convenient when you have no time to adjust the white balance or when the camera is moved frequently in and out of places under different lighting conditions.

 Setting procedure

The FAW function can be activated with item "FAW" on the OPERATION MENU. This item allows allocation of the FAW function to one of the WHT.BAL switch positions, A, B or PRESET. ☞ See "OPERATION SCREEN" on page 79.

Two kinds of white balance adjustment results can be stored in memories AUTO1 and AUTO2.

 Adjustment procedure

Set the following switches.

• Set the OPERATE switch to ON.

• Set the OUTPUT switch to CAM-AUTO KNEE OFF.

• Set the IRIS mode switch of the lens to A (Auto).

Set the FILTER knob according to the current lighting.

Set the WHT.BAL switch to A or B.

Place a white object near the centre of the screen under the same lighting conditions as the target subject and zoom in to fill the screen with white.

Tilt the AUTO WHT./ACCU FOCUS switch upward (to AUTO WHITE) once and release it. "AUTO WHITE A, B OPERATION" is displayed in the viewfinder while the auto white balance adjustment circuit operates. When the white balance has been adjusted correctly, the approximate color temperature is displayed together with “AUTO WHITE A, B OK” for about 5 seconds.

Error messages

If the adjustment ends abnormally, an error message, as described below, blinks for about 5 seconds.

• NG: OBJECT (Improper object)

Displayed when there is not enough white color on an object or the color temperature is not suitable.

Replace the color temperature conversion filter or use another white object and re-adjust the white balance.

• ERROR: LOW LIGHT (Insufficient illumination)

Displayed when the illumination is dim. Increase the illumination and then re-adjust the white balance.

• ERROR: OVER LIGHT (Excessive illumination)

Displayed when the light is excessively bright. Decrease the illumination and then re-adjust the white balance.

CAUTION:

• The FAW (Full-time Auto White balance) function cannot provide optimum white balance with a subject outside the FAW adjustment range, for example when it contains only a single color or not enough white color.

• The accuracy of the FAW (Full-time Auto White balance) is inferior to that of the manual white balance.

• When the power is turned on with the FAW mode selected, it takes about 10 seconds for the FAW adjustment to be completed. Do not shoot within this interval.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-7 Mixing Characters to MONITOR OUT

PUSH

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Color video monitor

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

TC IN TC OUT

MONITOR OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

REMOTE

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

When mixing characters in the MONITOR OUT connector video, set CHARACTER in the Camera SETUP MENU screen to ON. ☞ See page 83 Various characters (status screen display) are displayed by superposing the camera or external input images.

Memo:

• Color signals are not included in the return video signals of the external VCR connected to the VTR/

LENS

RM multi-pin connector.

• When setting CHARACTER MIX to OFF, characters will not be displayed on the images from the MONITOR OUT connector. E-E images/playback image are outputted as monitor output (composite video signals).

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-8 Switch Settings of the VCR Section

TC GENE switch

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

FRONT REAR

 Selecting the video input signals

Video signals recorded on this unit is selected using the VTR INPUT switch.

• When recording camera images, set to CAM.

• When recording composite video signals from the

GENLOCK/AUX IN connector, set to AUX. ☞ See “Recording External Video Signals” on page 57

 Selecting the VCR to record

Whether to record using this unit or the external VCR connected to the VTR/RM multi-pin connector is selected using the VTR SELECT switch.

• When recording with this unit only, set to INT.

• When recording with an external VCR, set to EXT or PARA. ☞ See “Recording with an external VCR” on page 58

 Audio input signal selection

Use the AUDIO INPUT switch to select whether the sound recorded on audio channel 1 or 2 is the sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on the front section or the sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on the rear section. ☞ See page 50.

 Audio recording level adjustment selection

Select "AUTO" or "MANUAL" for the recording level adjustment mode for each audio channel. ☞ See page 51.

 VCR Setup Menu setting

● REMOTE SELECT

Confirm that "LOCAL" is selected if you want to operate on the GY-DV550 only.

● BACK TALLY MODE Select the lightning pattern of the BACK TALLY lamp.

● INPUT SELECT Select the input video signal (camera images or DV terminal images). To record the GY-DV550’s camera image, set to “CAMERA”.

● LOW CUT IN For each audio input connector, select whether or not the lower frequency components of the audio signal are cut. Set to this position to eliminate the wind noise of the microphone.

AUDIO

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LITHIUM BATT.

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

TC GENE.

INT

PRST

PARA

EXT

REGEN

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

AUX

CAM

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

VTR SELECT switch VTR INPUT switch

● SAMPLING RATE Select the sampling rate for audio recording (48 kHz or 32 kHz).

● CH1 FRONT VR ENABLE Set whether or not the front section's audio volume control should be used. The front section's audio volume control only affects the CH1 audio channel.

● AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEVEL The reference recording level to the tape is selected (-20dB or -12dB

● LONG PAUSE TIME Select the time (in minutes) until the GY-DV550 enters the tape protection mode (drum rotation stops) when the recordpause mode is continued for long time.

● SSF MODE Select the mode of the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function. S.S.F. function: Stores the time code of desired scenes or cue points in the unit's memory. ☞ See “S.S.F. function” on page 66.

● DISPLAY SELECT Select the counter display (time code or date/time indication) when the COUNTER switch is set to “TC” or “UB”.

 Setting the time code recording function

The GY-DV550 records SMPTE-standard time code during recording. Set the switches according to applications.

● To record a time code as set in the built-in time code generator:

• Set the TC GENE switch to REC.

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

• VCR Setup Menu setting

Select the time code generator’s framing mode as drop frame or non-drop using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 416 “MON DROP/DROP”.

● To record a time code in continuation of the existing time code on the tape:

• Set the TC GENE switch to REGEN.

• Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 302 BACK SPACE to

“STANDARD”.

For details on the time code operations including time code presetting, see "TIME CODE OPERATION" on page 62.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-9 Audio Input Signal Selection

RESET

ZEBRA

OFF

PUSH

AUTO

SKIN

WHITE

AREA

ACCU FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

AUDIO IN FRONT connector

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

CH-1

FULL AUTO BLACK

ALARM

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

HT.BA

OPERATE

ON OFF

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

MONITOR SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

The GY-DV550 is provided with the AUDIO INPUT connector on the front section and the AUDIO INPUT connectors at the rear section for audio input. Two channels of sound can be recorded on the tape in digital PCM format. Using the AUDIO INPUT switch, select for each channel (CH1 and CH2) whether the sound to be recorded should be the sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on the front section or the sound from the AUDIO INPUT connectors on the rear section.

 Selecting the CH-1 channel input sound

Make the selection using the CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch. FRONT : The sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on

the front section is recorded on the CH-1 channel.

REAR : The sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on

the rear section is recorded on the CH-1 channel.

 Selecting the CH-2 channel input sound

Make the selection using the CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch. FRONT : The sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on

the front section is recorded on the CH-2 channel.

REAR : The sound from the AUDIO INPUT connector on

the rear section is recorded on the CH-2 channel.

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFFRM

POWER

AUDIO IN

DC IN

REAR

/BATT.

LINE/MIC switch

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

INTERCOM

LINE MIC

+48V

ON ON

FRONT

DC INPUT

AUDIO IN

REAR

AUDIO IN REAR connector

 Selection of front audio input and rear audio input

connectors

Select the audio signal input to the AUDIO IN FRONT and AUDIO IN REAR connector using the [LINE/MIC] switch. Make settings for the AUDIO IN FRONT and AUDIO IN REAR connectors separately. LINE : Set to this position when connected to audio

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

MIC : Set to this position when using a monaural

microphone. The reference input level is -60 dBs.

MIC +48 V : Set to this position when a microphone

(phantom microphone) requiring +48 V DC power supply is connected.

CAUTION:

When connecting a component that does not require +48 V power supply, make sure that the LINE/MIC switch is not set to MIC +48V. Neglecting this could cause damage to the connected component.

AUDIO IN FRONT LINE/MIC switch

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-10 Audio Input Level Adjustment

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

ZEBRA

OFF

PUSH

AUTO

SKIN

WHITE

AREA

ACCU FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

AIN

UTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1 Audio select switch

CH-2 Audio select switch

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

FRONT REAR

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1 audio input level control

For each audio channel, use the AUDIO SELECT switches to select whether the audio input level adjustment should be set to AUTO mode or MANUAL mode.

• When set to AUTO:Audio input level is fixed. In this mode, the audio input level control does not function.

When set to MANUAL:

•

Audio input level can be adjusted using the audio input level controls for each audio input.

Memo:

The reference level for audio input to tape can be set in VTR Setup menu No. 257 AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEVEL (-20dB or -12dB). The level will change for both CH1 and CH2.

 Adjusting the audio input level control of the front section

The audio input level control on the front section only affects the CH-1 channel sound. To use the audio input level control on the front section, make the following settings.

• Set the CH-1 AUDIO SELECT switch to MANUAL.

• Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 CH1 FRONT VR

ENABLE to "ENABLE".

CAUTION:

The audio input level controls on the side section work regardless of the setting of the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 CH1 FRONT VR ENABLE.

Manual Adjustment of Audio Input Level

The audio input level can be adjusted manually when the GYDV550 is in the record, record-pause or stop mode.

Set the AUDIO SELECT switch of the channel whose audio input level that you want to adjust manually to MANUAL.

CH-2 audio input level control

 How to use the audio input level control

on the front section

1 Set the audio input level control on the front section to

maximum (10) position.

2 Initially, adjust the audio input level using the CH1 recording

level control on the side.

3 When a loud sound is input during recording, use the audio

input level control on the front section to lower the audio input level.

Level meter

CH 1

CH 2

32k

AUD LOCK

40 30 20 10 0

SLAVE

48k

WIDE

REMAIN

Viewfinder Status 1 Mode

CH1-----+-F5.6 STBY 4V21.<60

CH2-----+--

Indicator level (reference)

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

PB NDF

MSF

REV FWD

ACCU - FOCUS

M: 909

Audio level

L iRFSERVO

HOLD

FBATT

Rotate the audio input level control corresponding to the audio input to be adjusted.

• Adjust so that the peak level does not exceed the -3dB point when a loud sound is input.

–38 –32 –26 –20 –14 –8 –2dB

CAUTION:

When the AUDIO INPUT LINE/MIC switch on the rear section is set to MIC, be sure to check that the microphone is connected to the AUDIO IN FRONT or AUDIO INPUT REAR connector. If the microphone is not connected, increasing the audio input level could cause noise from the input connector to be recorded on the tape. When the microphone is not connected to the front AUDIO INPUT or rear AUDIO INPUT connector, set the LINE/MIC switch to LINE or turn down the audio input level control.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-11 Monitoring Audio during Recording

ALARM

control

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

MONITOR control

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

LOLUX

WHT.BAL

Monitoring loudspeaker

The audio input during recording, in record-pause or stop mode can be monitored through the monitoring loudspeaker or earphone.

• The monitoring audio is not output from the loudspeaker while the EARPHONE jack is in use.

• Select the audio channel to be monitored using the MONITOR SELECT switch.

CH-1 : The sound input to the CH-1 channel is output. MIX : The sound input to the CH1 and CH2 channels is

output mixed.

CH-2 : The sound input to the CH-2 channel is output.

• The MONITOR volume control adjusts the monitoring volume.

• The loudspeaker or earphone outputs an alarm tone in the case of an abnormal condition occurring in the unit. An alarm tone is also output when the tape end is reached or when the battery is running down. The alarm tone volume can be adjusted with the ALARM control. For details on the alarm tone, see page 97.

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

MONITOR SELECT switch

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

EARPHONE jack

* Do not increase the audio monitoring volume

excessively; otherwise howling with the camera microphone may occur.

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

7-1 Basic Recording Operation

Set the POWER switch to DC IN/BATT and turn the OPERATE switch to ON.

Power is supplied to the unit. Check that the condensation indicator "DEW" does not appear on the display. If it is lit, wait until the indicator goes out.

CH 1

CH 2

32k

AUD LOCK

40 30 20 10 0

SLAVE

48k

WIDE

HMSF

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

PB NDF

“DEW”

L iRFSERVO

HOLD

EJECT

OFF

ZEBRA

SKIN AREA

VTR

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

AUTO WHITE

ACCU FOCUS

EJECT switch

Set the VTR switch to the STBY position.

Even when the VTR switch is set to the "SAVE" position, pressing the VTR trigger button will start recording. However, in this case, it is necessary to wait a short time until the recording actually starts. For details on the SAVE mode, see page 55.

Slide the EJECT switch to open the cassette cover.

• Ensure that the switch on the back of the videocassette

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

is set to REC and insert the cassette correctly. When the cassette is inserted, the tape is loaded and

2. 4.

TAKE

the unit enters the record-pause mode.

• Slowly close the cassette cover.

• Use a videocassette marked MiniDV.

• If the cassette cover is not closed, the GY-DV550 will

remain inoperative.

• Following loading of the cassette and when the OPERATE switch is turned ON/OFF, the built-in head cleaner will emit a sound while operating. This does

VTR

GAIN

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

not indicate a malfunction.

• After the cassette cover is closed, it takes about 8

seconds before the unit is ready for recording.

RET

Set the switches as required.

• GAIN : Sensitivity suitable for the subject

• OUTPUT : "CAM/AUTO KNEE ON"

• WHT-BAL : "A" or "B"

• Set the IRIS switch of the lens to "A".

M A

Select the FILTER according to the lighting condition.

Position 1 (3200K) : For shooting indoors or outdoors when

illumination is not sufficient

Position 2 (5600K + 1/8ND):

For shooting outdoors.

Position 3 (5600K + 1/64ND):

For shooting outdoors under a clear sky.

MACRO

Adjust the white balance.

☞ See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 47.

Point the camera at the subject and determine the angle of

view and focus with the zoom lever and the focusing ring.

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

7-1 Basic Recording Operation (Cont'd)

Press the VTR trigger button on the GY-DV550 or lens to start recording. Once recording has started, the BACK TALLY lamp on the rear section of the unit and the tally lamp on the viewfinder light red, and the REC indication in the viewfinder lights green.

* The lightning conditions of the BACK TALLY lamp on

* The lamp in the viewfinder and on the front section will

To stop recording, press the VTR trigger button again. The TALLY lamp and REC indicator lamp go out and the unit enters the record-pause mode. When the VTR trigger button is pressed, the unit enters the record-pause mode after rewinding the tape for about 2 seconds (back-spacing).

10.

To restart recording: Press the VTR trigger button on the GY-DV550 or lens.

11.

Ending recording: Enter record-pause mode and perform the following operations as required.

䡲 When it is required to unload the videocassette:

䡲 When it is required to put the unit in save mode:

11.

VTR

GAIN

PUSH

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

8. 9. 10.

VTR Trigger button

ZEBRA

OFF

SKIN AREA

VTR

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

AUTO WHITE

ACCU FOCUS

TAKE

8. 9. 10.

VTR Trigger button

Note:

the rear section of the unit can be changed by setting the VCR Setup Menu item No. 082 BACK TALLY MODE.

blink from when the button is pressed and until recording actually starts.

• Slide the EJECT switch.

• Set the VTR switch to SAVE. Drum rotation stops and the GY-DV550 enters the tape protection/power-saving mode.

12.

When shooting is completely finished, eject the cassette

12.

and set the OPERATE switch to “OFF”. When the unit is not going to be used for a long period, detach the battery pack.

About the QUICK REC START Mode

If the VTR trigger button is pressed immediately after the

BATT

TALLY lamp

REC

ALARM

Note:

● The unit enters stop mode at tape-end automatically, and if kept longer than 3 minutes or 30 minutes in this mode, SAVE mode is maintained. ☞ See “Menu No. 307: LONG PAUSE TIME” on page 75.

● If the VTR trigger button is pushed very quickly and repeatedly, or the OPERATE switch is moved immediately after being pressed, the viewfinder REC indicator lamp may blink and the GY-DV550 may not enter the record mode. To remedy this condition set the OPERATE switch to OFF and wait for 5 seconds or more before turning the power on again.

● A neat transition to the next recorded scene cannot be guaranteed if you end a recording by turning the OPERATE switch, POWER switch or DC power supply OFF, or by removing the battery pack.

● Before recording a scene that is particularly important, perform test shooting to ensure that normal recording is possible.

● The power consumption can be reduced by setting the LIGHT switch on the display and TALLY lamp to OFF.

● The microphone may pick up the sound of the lens’ iris if the iris is changed abruptly or the iris is manually moved abruptly

during recording. If you find the noise annoying, please purchase an optional microphone in order to move the microphone away from the lens or ensure that the iris is not changed abruptly during shooting.

videocassette is inserted, the mode becomes the QUICK REC START mode that enables quick start of recording. However, when shooting starts in the middle of the tape, a blank space appears as the new scene will not be linked smoothly with the previous image. Also, the time code does not continue. (Some overlap may also occur.)

7-2 VCR Save Mode

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

VTR

switch

VCR operation

status display

STBY

SAVE

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SHUTTERSTATUS

1 2 3

AUTO IRIS

VTR

FILTER

3200k 5600k+1/8ND 5600k+1/64ND

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

T.BAL

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

Viewfinder

CH1-----+-F5 . 6 STBY 4V21.<60

CH2-----+--

(Status 1 mode)

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

POWER

WHT.BAL

ACCU - FOCUS

M: 909

When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV550 enters the record-pause mode. However, the record-pause operation condition differs depending on the setting of the VTR

DC IN /BATT.

switch.

● VTR switch setting

STBY : The GY-DV550 enters the record-pause mode, and

the drum is rotating at this time. (Standby mode) The "STBY" indicator appears in the VCR operation status display in the viewfinder (in Status 1 mode).

• In this condition, recording starts immediately when the VTR trigger button is pressed.

SAVE : The GY-DV550 enters the record-pause mode but

the drum is not rotating. (Save mode). The tape is protected. The "SAVE" indicator appears in the viewfinder (in Status 1 mode). The OPERATE indicator lights orange.

CAUTION:

• When the VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 SSF MODE is set to the CUE MODE or MARK mode, the VCR save mode is not entered.

• External VCR will not enter the SAVE mode.

Recording from the Save mode

● In the save mode, pressing the VTR trigger button will start recording.

However, in this case, it takes several seconds before the GY-DV550 starts recording.

● Pressing the VTR trigger button again interrupts the recording and the GY-DV550 enters the save mode again.

7-3 If Unit is Left in Record-Pause (Standby) Mode

When the GY-DV550 has remained in record-pause (standby) mode for about 30 minutes, the unit enters the save mode, in which the drum rotation is stopped automatically and the tape tension is released. (Tape protect mode)

䡲 To start recording from the tape protect mode, press the VTR

trigger button; the drum starts to rotate and recording starts in about 3 seconds.

䡲 To return to the record-pause mode from the tape protect

mode, press the VTR trigger button TWICE; the drum starts to rotate.

• The time until the unit enters the tape protect mode after it is placed in record-pause mode can be set to 3 minutes 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 75.

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

7-4

* During recording check, the following indications will

* Recording check cannot be performed for an external

Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Pause Mode (Recording Check Function)

RET button

appear if the error rate increases due to head clogging, etc.

• “RF” appears on the display panel.

• “HEAD CLOG” appears on the counter display.

• “VTR WARNING (HEAD)” appears in the viewfinder.

VCR.

In the record-pause or stop mode, approximately 7 seconds of the last recorded portion can be played back.

• The recorded contents can be checked in the viewfinder or on a monitor connected to the MONITOR OUT or Y/C OUT connectors.

• In the viewfinder or on the monitor connected to the MONITOR OUT or Y/C OUT connectors, the video image from the VCR section is output.

In the record-pause or stop mode, press the RET button on the camera lens section.

• The tape is slightly rewound and played back for approximately 7 seconds. After playback is finished, the tape returns to the position at which the RET button is pressed and the record-pause mode resumes.

䡲 When the RET button is kept pressed, the tape is rewound

and played back for approximately 18 seconds at maximum.

• While the RET button is pressed, the record-mode is not entered even if the VTR trigger button is pressed.

7-5 Recording External Video Signals

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

PUSH

MONITOR OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

TC IN TC OUT

GENLOCK/AUX IN

Other than camera images, composite video signals from an external device connected to the GENLOCK/AUX IN connector can also be recorded with this unit. When recording external video signals, perform the following connection and setting.

䡲 Input the stabilized composite video signals to the GENLOCK/

AUX IN connector. Input level: 1V (P-P) ±0.3V (P-P)

䡲 Set the VTR INPUT switch to AUX.

Memo:

• External video signals can only be recorded on the VCR of this unit. The VTR SELECT switch setting is ignored. External video signals will not be recorded on the external VCR connected to the VTR/RM connector.

• During external video signal recording, recording check by pressing the RET button on the lens section cannot be performed.

• When setting the VTR/RM switch to RM, external video signals will not be recorded even if the VTR INPUT switch is set AUX. The GENLOCK/AUX IN connector will function as a synchronous signal input connector.

• The camera images will be outputted from the VIDEO OUT connector and VTR/RM multi-pin connector even when setting the VTR INPUT switch to AUX. For details concerning the output images when setting the VTR INPUT switch to AUX, see the following table.

• Whether to add setup signals can be selected in SETUP item of the Camera SETUP menu screen.

Output signals when setting the VTR INPUT switch to AUX

Viewfinder MONITOR Y/C OUT VIDEO VTR/RM

AUX (external) AUX (external) AUX (external) Camera Camera video video video images images

OUT OUT (26-pin)

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

TPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

HT.BAL

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

CH-2

AUDIO LEVEL

LITHIUM BATT.

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

COUNTER

CTL

FRONT REAR

INCOM MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

TC GENE.

INT

PRST

PARA

EXT

REGEN

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

AUX

CAM

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

VTR INPUT switch

䡲 About the status screen display of the viewfinder

During external video signal recording, camera setting related information will not be displayed on the status screens. The displayed status screens are as follows:

• Status screens 0 and 1 are displayed. Status screen 2 will not be displayed.

• AUX will appear on the upper right of the screen.

• INT will constantly appear in the VTR SELECT display.

AUX indicator

AUX

STATUS button

M: 909

4V21.

Status screen 0

CH1 - ----+--

INT indicator

INT

STBY

CH2-----+--

Status screen 1

CAUTION:

Do not change the VTR INPUT switch setting during recording.

AUX

M: 909

4V21.<60

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

7-6 Recording with an External VCR

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

VTR

RESET

MONITOR SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

CH-1

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

MODE switch

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

PUSH

MONITOR OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

TC IN TC OUT

VTR SELECT switch

AUDIO

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LITHIUM BATT.

CH-2

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

INT

PARA

EXT

AUX

CAM

VTR INPUT

VTR INPUT switch

AUTO

MANUAL

TC GENE.

PRST

REGEN

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

With this unit, camera images can be recorded on an external VCR connected to the VTR/RM multi-pin connector. There are 2 types of external VCR recording: parallel recording where recording is performed on both the unit and external VCR and independent recording where recording is performed only on the external VCR. When recording on an external VCR, perform the following connection and settings.

䡲 Connect the external VCR to the VTR/RM multi-pin

connector. See the following table for compatible VCRs and connecting cables.

Connecting VCR

Model Connector S-VHS 14-pin VC-P482 (2m)

BR-S405 VC-P484 (4m)

D9 26-pin VC-P454B (4m) BR-D40+SA-S40

Connecting cable

For the connection of other VCRs, contact your nearest JVC dealer.

Settings

Selecting the power source Set the POWER switch to DC IN/BATT.

CAUTION:

It is not possible to supply power to the main unit from an external VCR through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector.

Selecting the device connected to the VTR/RM multi-pin

connector To connect the external VCR, set the MODE switch to VTR.

POWER switch

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

VTR/RM multi-pin connector

Set the VTR INPUT switch to CAM.

Memo:

External video signals will not be outputted to the VTR/ RM connector (26-pin) even when setting the VTR INPUT switch to AUX.

Select the recording VCR using the VTR SELECT switch.

• For parallel recording (this unit and external VCR), set the switch to PARA.

• To record only with the external VCR, set the switch to EXT.

Memo:

VTR SELECT information is displayed in status screen 1 of the viewfinder according to the VTR SELECT switch setting (PARA or EXT display).

The output video signals from the VTR/RM multi-pin

connector can be selected in 26 PIN OUT item on the Camera SETUP menu screen. Other than composite signals, another type of video signals

can be selected.

(Y/C, RGB, and component video signals) ☞ See “26 PIN OUT” on page 83.

Memo:

Only CH1 audio signal will be outputted from VTR/RM multi-pin connector for the audio signal.

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

7-6 Recording with an External VCR (Cont'd)

AUDIO

CH-1

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OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTP

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

FRONT REAR

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LEVEL

LITHIUM BATT.

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

TC GENE.

INT

PARA

EXT

CAM

VTR INPUT

AUX

CONTINUE

REC

PRST

FREE

REGEN

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR SELECT switch

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

VTR switch OPERATE switch

Operation

Set the OPERATE switch to ON.

• Camera images will be outputted from the VTR/RM multipin connector.

• Standby signal will be sent to the external VCR.

For parallel recording (this unit and external VCR), set the

VTR switch to STBY.

• This unit will enter the standby mode.

Memo:

The external VCR will not enter the SAVE mode even when setting the VTR switch to SAVE.

Press the VTR trigger button to start recording. 䡲 To pause recording, press the VTR trigger button again.

• During recording, the REC/ALARM lamp on the viewfinder will light. In addition, “REC 2” will appear on status screen 1 of the viewfinder.

Status screen 1

External VCR status REC 2 lamp on: Recording

REC 2 lamp flashing: Alarm

REC2

EXT F5.6 STBY

CH1-----+-CH2-----+--

Status display of this unit’s VCR

VCR SELECT information EXT: External VCR

PARA: External VCR + this unit INT: This unit

Memo:

When the VTR SELECT switch is set to EXT, the TALLY lamp turns on during recording.

ACCU - FOCUS

:213C

4V21.>60

POWER switch

About the return video/audio signal monitor of the external VCR

With this unit, the return video signals and audio signals of the external VCR can be checked through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector.

External VCR mode Return signals During playback Playback images and playback

sound

Other than playback E-E images and E-E sound of

external VCR

Operation

Set the VTR SELECT switch to EXT.

CAUTION:

Do not change the VTR SELECT switch setting during recording.

Press the RET button on the lens section.

The return video and audio of the external VCR can be monitored wile the RET is held down. Return video: Can be monitored on the viewfinder. Return audio: Can be monitored using speakers or

earphones.

Memo:

• During monitoring of the return audio, the volume can be adjusted using MONITOR volume. However, the return audio is not displayed on the audio level meter of the display. The AUDIO MONITOR switch is also disabled.

About the external VCR alarm display

• When the alarm of the external VCR is on, the REC/ALARM lamp of the viewfinder will flash. Furthermore, the REC 2 indicator on the viewfinder status screen 1 will also flash.

• The battery alarm of the external VCR will not be displayed on this unit.

8. PLAYBACK MODE

8-1 Playback Procedure

EJECT button

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AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

OPERATE switch

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

LOLUX

CH-1 MIX CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

FRONT REAR

Operation

Set the POWER switch to DC IN/BATT. and set the

OPERATE switch to ON.

Load the recorded videocassette correctly.

• Slide the EJECT switch to the side. When the cassette cover opens, insert the videocassette and then close the cassette cover again.

 When a recordable videocassette (with the switch on the

back of the cassette set to REC) is loaded, the unit enters the record-pause mode (STBY mode). In this case, press the STOP button to release the recordpause mode.

Press the PLAY button.

The PLAY indicator lights and playback starts.

Press the STILL button to stop playback temporarily.

a The STILL indicator lights and the unit enters the

still mode.

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

POWER switch

EJECT

STOP button

LOG REW FF

STOP

PLAY button

PLAY STILL

STILL button

CAUTION:

• When the still picture mode or stop mode has continued for about 30 minutes, the unit automatically switches to the save mode to protect the tape. 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.

• 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 on the playback image.

• This unit does not allow manual tracking adjustment.

• When playing back a tape recorded on another unit,

digital noise may appear during playback.

• When turning on the power with the tape inserted or after loading a tape, the built-in head cleaner will emit a sound while operating. However, this is not a malfunction of the unit.

To re-start playback, press the PLAY button.

a The STILL indicator goes out and playback starts

again.

To stop playback, press the STOP button.

a The PLAY indicator goes out and the unit enters

the stop mode.

Memo:

• If a tape recorded in the LETTER mode is played back on a 4:3 aspect ratio monitor TV. Images will be displayed in the letter box (16:9 aspect ratio) that is split horizontally.

Playback of tape recorded in LETTER mode

4:3 aspect ratio monitor 16:9 aspect ratio monitor

• When playing back tape recorded in the LETTER or WIDE mode, 16:9 screen detection ID signal will not be outputted from the Y/C OUT connector.

• ID signal is also not outputted when inputting WIDE signals via the DV connector (IEEE1394 signals).

8-2 Fast-Forward, Rewind

8. PLAYBACK MODE

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AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

OUTP

OPERATE

ON OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

T.BAL

CH-1 MIX CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

TC UB

FRONT REAR

 Press the FF button in stop mode to fast forward the tape.

Press the REW button in stop mode to rewind the tape.

 Press the STOP button to stop fast forwarding or rewinding.

8-3 Search

EJECT

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

REW button

LOG REW FF

FF button

STOP

PLAY STILL

STOP button

• When the tape approaches the end during fast forwarding or rewinding, the tape speed decelerates to protect the tape.

• The time required for fast forwarding and rewinding may become longer when used in a cold environment. This is not a malfunction.

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SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ALARM

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

HT.BAL

CH-1 MIX CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

FRONT REAR

 Press the FF button in play mode to search the tape in the

forward direction at about 10 times the normal speed.

• Press the REW button in play mode to search the tape in the reverse direction at about 10 times the normal speed.

 Press the PLAY button to resume normal playback.

 Press the STOP button to stop.

EJECT

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

LOG REW FF

STOP

PLAY STILL

STOP button PLAY button

• The audio is reproduced during the search.

• Video noise may be observed or the image may become

unstable during the search, but this is not a malfunction.

REW button FF button

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

The GY-DV550 records SMPTE-standard time codes and user's bits. In the play or record mode, the reproduced time codes or user's bits are shown on the counter display. The LTC signal from the built-in time code generator is output through the TC OUT connector. In the play mode, the time code recorded on the tape is not output through the units connectors.

• Do not directly turn off the POWER switch in the record-pause mode; otherwise, time codes will not continue. Be absolutely sure to turn off the OPERATE switch beforehand.

9-1 Displaying Time Code

Hour Min. Sec. Frame

Time code display

User’s bit display

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

CH 1

40 30 20 10 0

CH 2

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48k

AUD LOCK

WIDE

REMAIN

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

OVER

PB NDF

SLAVE

MSF

REV FWD

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUTO OFF DEW

L iRFSERVO

HOLD

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

FBATT

TC UB

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

INCOM

CARBON DYNAMIC

MIC

OFF

CALL

VTR

POWER

MODE

INCOM

MIC

OFFRM

LEVEL

DC IN /BATT.

COUNTER switch

The selected time codes can be shown on the counter display during playback and recording as follows.

 Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT to

“TC”. ☞ See page 75.

 Set the COUNTER switch to "TC" or "UB".

TC: Time codes are displayed. UB: User's bit data of time codes are displayed.

9-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code

The time code or user's bit data to be recorded onto the tape can be preset to a desired value.

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LITHIUM BATT.

AUDIO LEVEL

TC GENE Switch

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

TC GENE.

VTR SELECT

INT

PRST

PARA

REGEN

EXT

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

CAM

AUX

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

NON DROP

: The time code generator's running method is set

to the non drop frame mode. Use this setting when placing emphasis on the number of frames. In the NON DROP frame mode, the "NDF" indicator lights on the display.

H M S F

NDF

 Setting the time code related switches

• Set the TC GENE switch to REC or FREE. REC : The data preset in the time code generator runs

only during recording. Use this setting if it is required to record continual time codes across different scenes. * However, approximately ±1-frame variations may

occur in scene transition accuracy.

FREE : The time code starts to run from the time it is preset

in the time code generator.

 Setting the VCR Setup Menu

• Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT to “TC”.

Select the time code generator's framing mode using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 416 NON DROP/DROP.

DROP : The time code generator's running method is set

to the drop frame mode. Use this setting when placing emphasis on the recording time. The “DF” indicator lights up on the display in the drop-frame mode.

H M S F

Drop frame/Non-drop frame mode In the NTSC system, the actual number of frames per 1 second is approximately 29.97 frames, but the number of frames that becomes the processing reference of the time code is 30 frames. To compensate for this difference, the mode called drop mode drops frame 00 and 01 for every minute that cannot be divided by 10. The non-drop frame mode is when no frames are dropped and the actual time shift is neglected.

Note:

When the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 SSF MODE is set to CUE MODE or MARK MODE, the time code generator’s running method is internally set to the REGEN mode. When this is the case and you want to enter the preset mode, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 SSF MODE to “OFF”, or set the TC GENE switch to the REC or FREE position again.

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

9-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code (Cont’d)

TIME CODE PRESETTING PROCEDURE

Display the time code on the counter display.

Set the COUNTER switch to "TC".

• Time code up to 23 hrs. 59 min. 59 sec. 29 frames can be preset.

Place the time code generator in preset mode.

Press the HOLD button.

• The "HOLD" indicator lights on the display to indicate the preset mode. The first digit of the counter display blinks.

Set the value of the blinking digit.

Press the ADVANCE button.

• The value of the blinking digit changes.

Change the blinking digit.

Press the SHIFT button.

• The blinking digit changes.

Set the desired value for all digits.

Repeat steps

Preset the set data in the memory.

and 4. for each digit.

Press the PRESET button.

• The set data is saved as the time code generator value. Following the above operation, the "HOLD" indicator disappears from the display, the counter stops blinking and the time code is preset.

• If the REC/FREE switch is set to FREE, the time code starts to run.

 If you preset a wrong time code, perform steps

again.

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

HOLD button

AUDIO LEVEL

LITHIUM BATT.

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

TC GENE.

VTR SELECT

INT

PRST

PARA

REGEN

EXT

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

CAM

AUX

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

ADVANCE

button

H M S F

CONTINUE

REC FREE

SHIFT button

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

HOLD

PRESET button

2. 3. 4. 5.

and

PRESETTING USER'S BIT DATA

RESET button

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

OPERATE/WARNING

CH 1

40 30 20 10 0

CH 2

32k AUD LOCK

WIDE

REMAIN

48k

SLAVE

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

PB NDF

MSF

REV FWD

• Pressing the RESET button in the preset mode resets the time code or user's bit data to 00 00 00 00.

• If you press the HOLD button by mistake, press the HOLD button once more to return to the previous display.

LIGHT

L iRFSERVO

OFF

HOLD

COUNTER

CTL

FBATT

 Display user's bit data on the counter display and perform

the same procedure as the time code presetting procedure.

• The user's bit can be specified using numerals or alphabetic letters from 0 to F for each digit.

Note:

Do not set “F” to all user’s bit, or the data can not be read.

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

9-3

Recording Time Codes by Slave-Locking the Built-in Time Code Generator with External TCG

The built-in time code generator can be synchronized (slave-locked) with the SMPTE-standard LTC time code signal which is input through the TC IN connector. Once the slave locking has been carried out, the built-in time code generator runs even when the external time code input stops. Even when the power is switched off, it continues to run on the backup lithium battery.

Sync signal generator

REF Video signal

PUSH

VTR/RM

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

External time code generator

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

TC IN TC OUT

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

REMOTE

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

LTC time code signal

REF Video signal

GENLOCK/AUX IN connector

Input the reference video signal into the external time code generator and the GENLOCK/AUX IN connector of this unit.

Note :

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

Set and operate the external time code generator.

➡ The built-in time code generator is slave-locked with the

input external time code data. The SLAVE indicator lights on the display.

SLAVE

Input the SMPTE standard LTC time code signal into the TC IN connector.

Display time code on the counter display.

Set the switches in the TC GENERATOR block as follows.

• Set the TC GENE switch to “FREE”. * While the TC GENE switch is set to “REC” or “REGEN”,

slave-locking will not take place.

 Set the related VCR Setup Menus.

• Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 SSF MODE to “OFF”.

* If set to CUE mode or MARK mode, the slave-locking

will not take place.

• Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 403 U-BIT SLAVE. Set to “TC&UB” when the user’s bits should also be slavelocked with the external time code generator.

• The framing mode will be the same mode as the automatically entered time code (drop frame of non-drop frame). During the non-drop frame mode, the NDF indicator will light on the display. During the drop frame mode, the DF indicator will light on the display.

M S F

* If the external time code generator phase is not genlocked

with the phase of the camera video signals, the “SLAVE” display will flicker.

• Once slave locking has been made, the built-in time code generator keeps on running even when the external time code generator is stopped.

Note :

Do not connect or disconnect slaves during recording as this may disturb the servo lock.

Multi-Camcorder Master-Slave Connection

When there is only one slave GY-DV550, connect it as indicated in the figure below. When connecting several GY-DV550s as slaves, input the REF video signal to GENLOCK/AUX IN connectors of all these units from the sync signal generator.

PUSH

MASTER SLAVE

VTR/RM

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

PUSH

VTR/RM

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

PROMPTER OUTPUT

LINE OUT

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

CH-1 CH-2

TC IN TC OUT

REMOTE

TC OUT TC IN

MONITOR OUT

GENLOCK/AUX IN

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

LINE OUT

Y/C OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

MONITOR OUT

TC IN TC OUT

CH-1 CH-2

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

GENLOCK/ AUX IN

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

9-4

Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time Codes Recorded on Tape

The GY-DV550 also incorporates a time code reader. Therefore, when the unit enters record mode from record-pause mode, it can read the time code data recorded on the tape and record time codes in continuation of the existing data. The recorded user's bit data is identical to the user's bit data recorded on tape. * However, approximately ±1-frame variations may occur in scene transition accuracy. To enable this, set the time code related switches as follows before starting recording.

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

AUDIO LEVEL

LITHIUM BATT.

PRESET/REGEN switch

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

TC GENE.

INT

PRST

PARA

REGEN

EXT

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

CAM

AUX

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

Setting

 • Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 302 BACK SPACE to

“STANDARD”.

• Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT to “TC”.

☞ See page 75.

 Set the counter display to show time codes or user's bit data.

 Set the TC GENE switch to REGEN.

• The framing mode of the time code will be the mode automatically recorded on the tape (drop frame or nondrop frame).

9-5 Reproducing Time Codes

The GY-DV550 incorporates a time code reader. During playback, the time code or user's bit data recorded on the tape is displayed on the counter display.

 Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT to

“TC”.

☞ See page 75.

 Set the counter display to indicate time code or user's bit

data.

 Reproducing time codes

Press the PLAY button.

• The “PB” indicator lights up on the display and the time code or user’s bit data are indicated.

• When playing back sections where the time code is not recorded, the time code progression stops. The playback mode continues.

Note:

• Time code more than two hours can not be displayed correctly by consumer DV equipment, which has no capability to display more than two hours.

• The time code being played back will not be outputted to the TC OUT connector.

FILTER

ALARM

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SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

H M S F

CH-1

CH-2

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

MIX

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

CTL

MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

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

10-1 Explanation of the S.S.F. Function

During recording, the S.S.F. function records the time code data at the point of time of a desired recorded scene in the unit's memory. Using the S.S.F. data stored in memory during after-processing of the recorded image allows efficient use of the tape. The S.S.F. function comprises the two modes CUE and MARK. Select the mode using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 S.S.F. MODE. When the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 SSF MODE is set to CUE MODE or MARK MODE, the time code generator’s running method is internally set to the REGEN mode. When shooting in either of the modes, the time code data is stored in the unit's memory when the TAKE button on the front section is pressed. The model ID data, reel number, the number of each scene, and the time code data of IN points, OUT points, and CUE points are recorded as S.S.F. data.

 CUE Mode:

When the TAKE button is pressed at the desired scene during shooting of a given cut, the time code data at that point is stored as CUE data in the unit's memory. The time code data at the time when recording is started or stopped with the VTR TRIGGER button are stored in the unit’s memory as scene data.

Scene

Shooting started with VTR trigger

REC start REC pause

time code data

CUE 1

time code data

5 sec

or more

CUE 2

time code data

5 sec

or more

CUE 3

time code data

OUT

time code data

TAKE button TAKE button TAKE button

Note:

• Leave an interval of at least 5 seconds between memorization of CUE data. If the TAKE button is pressed within 5 seconds from the previous point, the new point is not memorized.

• In the CUE mode, time code log data stored on the camera memory may differ from the actual time code recorded on tape at the time of pressing the TAKE button. This difference may be within 3 frames and it is not a malfunction.

 MARK MODE

During shooting of a given cut, press the TAKE button at beginning of a desired scene and then press the TAKE button again at the ending of the scene. The time code data at the point where the TAKE button is pressed first becomes the start point of the scene and time code data at the point where the TAKE button is pressed the second time becomes the ending point, and both are stored in the unit's memory.

Shooting started with VTR trigger

REC start REC pause

time code data

Scene 1 Scene 2

TAKE button TAKE button TAKE button TAKE button

OUT

time code data

Cut

IN time

code data

OUT

time code data

• The number of scenes that can be registered is 127, and up to 238 registered scene numbers can be stored in memory. When either of these capacities is reached, the indication showing the number of registered scenes on the viewfinder screen becomes “M: - - -”.

• Up to 253 CUE points can be stored in memory. For each registered CUE point, the scene number decreases by two.

• When recording in the S.S.F. mode, the reel number (cassette number) for each cassette is recorded in the memory of the GY-DV550 and on tape.

• When the videocassette is replaced, new S.S.F. data is generated. S.S.F. data for six videocassettes can be stored in the internal memory. Before recording the seventh cassette in the S.S.F. mode, be sure that necessary data has been transferred from the memory to the non-linear editing controller or other component, or write data to the tape for each recording. ☞ See page 69.

Note:

• When recording is not performed in the S.S.F. mode, be sure to set the VCR SETUP MENU item No. 398 SSF MODE to OFF.

• Be sure to record S.S.F. data continuously on the same tape. It is not possible to rewind the tape for overwriting during the

recording. If the tape is rewound in the middle of a recording, or after similar operation is performed, be sure to use the Scene End Cue Up function in order to ensure that new data are recorded in continuation of the existing data. ☞ See “About the Scene End Cue Up Function” on page 69.

* In the S.S.F. mode, the STBY/SAVE switch does not activate the VTR save mode. (The save mode is activated by a long

pause.)

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

10-2 How to Use the S.S.F. Function

ZEBRA

OFF

PUSH

AUTO

SKIN

WHITE

AREA

ACCU FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

TAKE button

CUE Mode

Set the S.S.F. mode as CUE mode.

VTR trigger button

Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 S.S.F. MODE to "CUE".

☞ See page 75.

• The CUE mode is indicated in the lower part of the Status 1 screen in the viewfinder.

ACCU - FOCUS

CH1-----+-F5.6 STBY 4V21.<60

CH2-----+--

C: 909

CUE mode Number of memorized

scenes * This indicator is not

indicating the number

MARK Mode

Set the S.S.F. mode as MARK mode.

Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 S.S.F. MODE to "MARK".

☞ See page 75.

• The MARK mode is indicated in the lower part of the Status 1 screen in the viewfinder.

ACCU - FOCUS

CH1-----+-F5.6 STBY 4V21.<60

CH2-----+--

M: 909

MARK mode Number of memorized scenes

of the CUE point.

Press the VTR trigger button to start the recording.

When you reach the point that you want to memorize as the CUE point, press the TAKE button.

• The time code data of the point where the TAKE button is pressed is stored in the unit's memory as CUE data. The LOG button’s LED lights during memorization of the CUE point and the “∗” mark is shown in the viewfinder.

 Press the TAKE button each time you reach a point that

you want to memorize as CUE data.

Stop the recording. Press the VTR trigger button.

Press the VTR trigger button to start the recording.

When you reach the scene that you want to memorize, press the TAKE button.

• The time code data of the point where the TAKE button is pressed is stored in the unit's memory as the start point of the scene.

When you reach the scene that you want to memorize as

the ending point, press the TAKE button again.

• The time code data of the point where the TAKE button is pressed is stored in the unit's memory as the ending point of the scene.

• The LOG button’s LED lights during memorization of the IN point and the “∗” mark is shown in the viewfinder. The LOG button’s LED remains off during memorization of the OUT point and the “∗” mark is not shown in the viewfinder.

 For each scene that you want to memorize, repeat steps

and

Stop the recording. Press the VTR trigger button.

Note:

• Once a tape with recorded S.S.F. data is rewound but not ejected before playback or recording is performed on it again, the previous S.S.F. data cannot be automatically erased when S.S.F. data are recorded (when you overwrite the previous image). Therefore, the S.S.F. data of the overlapped sections will not correspond to the video image. Furthermore, please note that the time code data may differ from the actual data if recording is started in the CUE mode in this situation.

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

10-3 Deleting S.S.F. Data

The S.S.F. data recorded in the unit's memory can be deleted in the record mode and the record-pause mode. This function is only valid in the MARK mode.

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

NG button

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

LOLUX

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

 In the record mode, press the NG button after the IN point or

OUT point has been stored.

• When pressed after the IN point has been stored, the S.S.F. data of the scene being recorded are deleted. When pressed after the OUT point has been stored, the S.S.F. data of the immediately preceding scene are deleted. When the NG button is used for deleting operation, the next scene number is updated to a new number.

 In the record-pause mode, press the NG button.

The S.S.F. data of the immediately preceding scene are deleted.

Note:

The NG button is only valid for the immediately preceding scene. The erase of scene data by the NG button cannot be confirmed on the unit.

10-4 Resetting S.S.F. Data

LOG REW FF

LOG button

FILTER

1 3200k

2 5600k+1/8ND

3 5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

STOP

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

LOLUX

RESET button

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

PLAY STILL

STOP button

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

OFF

CALL

Operation

Press the STOP button to enter the stop mode.

Press the RESET button while the LOG button is kept

pressed.

• All the S.S.F. data held in the memory are erased. However, the reel number is not cleared.

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

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

10-5 Writing S.S.F. Data to Tape

S.S.F. data stored in the unitís memory can be written to the beginning of tape.

LOG button

LOG REW FF

FILTER

ALARM

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK L

STRETCH

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

CH-1

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MONITOR

AUDIO LEVEL

LITHIUM BATT.

STOP

REW button

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

TC GENE.

INT

PRST

PARA

EXT

REGEN

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

AUX

CAM

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

CONTINUE button

PLAY STILL

STOP button

LIGHT

OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

FRONT REAR

AUDIO INPUT

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

CONTINUE

REC FREE

Precautions when writing S.S.F. data

• When S.S.F. data stored in the memory of the GY-DV550 is written to the beginning of the rewound tape, approximately 5 seconds of recorded video and/or sound will be erased at the beginning. In the case of important recordings, leave 5 seconds or more of the tape unrecorded before starting recording.

• Writing of S.S.F. data should be done with the DC cable disconnected.

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

Operation

Press the STOP button to enter the stop mode.

Press the REW button while the LOG button is kept pressed.

• The REW indicator blinks during tape transport in the writing position.

• The LOG indicator lights while S.S.F. data are being written to the tape.

• When writing to the tape is completed, the LOG indicator goes out.

About the Scene End Cue Up Function

 When the CONTINUE button is pressed while the LOG

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 the Scene End Cue Up mode.

10-6 Outputting S.S.F. Data

The S.S.F. data in the memory of the main unit or that recorded at the beginning of the tape can be output via the REMOTE connector using the RS-232C controller. For how to make connections for this, refer to “Connecting a PC” on page 71.

Operation

In the stopped condition, the GY-DV550 answers with the S.S.F. data when it receives the RS-232C command D5h “S.S.F. DATA SENSE” from the PC. (Indication example) START ID NO: 2c97 REEL NO: 1818 SCENE MARK IN MARK OUT CUE 001M 00:00:00:16 00:00:04:19 002M 00:00:06:03 00:00:08:08 003C 00:03:15:17 00:03:57:00 004C 00:03:58:18 00:05:37:24 00:04:00:21 004C 00:03:58:18 00:05:37:24 00:04:07:22 004C 00:03:58:18 00:05:37:24 00:04:18:23 END

Note:

Once a tape with recorded S.S.F. data is ejected and then reinserted again, the previous data will be erased if new S.S.F. data are recorded on the tape.

Operation

 When recording in the S.S.F. mode is completed, and the

cassette tape has not been taken out, the S.S.F. data stored in the memory of the GY-DV550 are output when the RS232C command D5h is received.

 If the tape recorded in S.S.F. mode is ejected and then loaded

again, the GY-DV550 rewinds the tape to the beginning and plays back for about 10 seconds when it receives the RS232C command D5h. During the playback, the model lD data and reel number recorded on the tape are read. If corresponding S.S.F. data are found in the memory, these data are output. If corresponding S.S.F. data are not found in the memory, the tape is rewound to the beginning once more, and after about 20 seconds of slow playback the stop mode is entered. During slow playback, if S.S.F. data are written at the beginning of the tape, these data are read out, and after the stop mode is entered the S.S.F. data are output. ∗ If S.S.F. data does not exist, the 05h (NOT TARGET)

command is output.

11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

11-1 Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector

Rear section of GY-DV550

Video component with DV Connector

LINE MIC

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

INTERCOM

LINE MIC

+48V

ON ON

FRONT

DC INPUT

AUDIO IN

REAR

DV connector

DV cable

When connecting the GY-DV550 to other component with DV connector, be sure to observe the following procedure.

 When using the GY-DV550 as playback component

Turn ON both units.

Confirm that the VCR Setup Menu item No.126 INPUT SELECT is set to “CAMERA”(cA). * If set to “IEEE1394”, set it to “CAMERA” and then turn

ON the power again.

Insert the videocassette.

Connect the DV cable. * Always connect the DV cable last.

Memo:

• When the GY-DV550 is controlled through the DV connector, set the VCR Setup Menu item No.050 REMOTE SELECT to “IEEE1394”. However, the following functions may not work depending on the component that the GY-DV550 is connected to. REC FF (FWD search is possible) REW (REV search is possible)

• When the DV cable is connected for communication with another component, to stabilize the IEEE1394 output signal, the STILL mode is activated for a few seconds and the LED of the STILL button on the top section of the GY-DV550 lights when the mode is switched to PLAY or x1 FWD search. ∗ The x1 FWD search only works during IEEE1394

control or RS-232C control.

• The operation method differs 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 using the GY-DV550 as recording component

Turn ON both units.

Set VCR Setup menu No. 257 AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEV. For proper E-E audio output, set the VCR Setup Menu No. 257 to the audio reference level of the tape on the player (12 dB or -20 dB).

Memo:

When VCR Setup menu No. 126 INPUT SELECT is set to IEEE1394, No. 257 AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEV setting cannot be changed.

Set the VCR Setup Menu item No.126 INPUT SELECT to “IEEE1394”(iE).

Insert the videocassette.

Connect the DV cable. * Always connect the DV cable last.

Memo:

• When recording while controlling the GY-DV550 through the DV connector from another component with DV connector, set the VCR Setup Menu item No.050 REMOTE SELECT to “IEEE1394”. In this case, it takes approximately 2 to 3 seconds before recording starts on the GY-DV550.

• The audio recording level to the tape constitutes an input signal reference level regardless of setting the VCR Setup Menu No. 257 AUDIO REF. SIGNAL LEV.

 When the GY-DV550 is used as camera, and a backup

recording is made on another component via the DV connector, set the VCR Setup Menu item No.126 INPUT SELECT to “CAMERA”.

Note:

If the above procedure is not performed correctly, the playback picture may be disturbed or the sound may fall out. If this happens, redo the connection by performing steps 1. to 4. described above.

11-2 Connecting a PC

PUSH

11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

REMOTE

GENLOCK/AUX IN

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

RS-232C

LENS

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

TC IN TC OUT

TTL RS-232C

DV connector

MONITOR

AUDIO IN

REMOTE connector

(Optional VC-P893)

converter cable

RS-232C

AUDIO OUT

OUT

connector

VIDEO IN

Non-linear editing controller

DV connector

Perform the following settings when connecting the unit to a Non-linear editing controller, etc.

Connections

Connect the GY-DV550’s VTR REMOTE connector to the RS-232C connector on the PC or the non-linear editing controller using the TTL ⇔ RS-232C converter cable.

Or connect the GY-DV550’s DV connector and the DV connector of the non-linear editing controller using a DV cable.

For compatible non-linear editing controller, consult with your JVC dealer.

Settings

• To remote control the PC or non-linear editing controller by means of RS-232C, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE SELECT to "IEEE1394+RS232C". ☞ See page 74.

• To remote control the GY-DV550’s VCR using the DV connector’s IEEE1394 option, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE SELECT to “IEEE1394”. ☞ See page 74.

Note:

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

Status 1 screen in the viewfinder.

 The S.S.F. data stored in the memory of the unit or at the beginning of the tape can be output through the REMOTE terminal.

☞ See page 69.

12. SETUP MENU

12-1 VCR Setup Menu

The setup menus for the VCR section can be set while observing the menu in the viewfinder and on the unit's counter display. The set contents are stored in the memory and retained even after the power is switched OFF.

VCR SETUP MENU CONFIGURATION

The VCR Setup Menu is a two-layer construction. The VCR Setup Menu consists of five group menus divided according to functions. When a Group menu is selected, the menu's Item menu opens. Each Item menu contains one or several items, and the various items can be set individually as required.

VCR Setup Menu

Group Name Item Menu Contents

000

SERVO/SYSTEM

Selection of remote control to control the unit Selection of advance amount in STILL mode Selection of BACK TALLY lamp lighting pattern

100 VIDEO

200

AUDIO

Selection of Video input

Selection of low cut for audio input signals Selection of sampling frequency for audio input signals Selection of front section audio volume control Selection of standard recording level

300

SYSTEM

Selection of amount of back space for recording pause Selection of long pause/still duration Selection of battery type

Selection of S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) mode Selection of operation during FF/REW remote signal reception

400

TIME CODE

Selection of user's bit during slave loking to time code Selection of time code framing mode

500

ON SCREEN

HOUR METER

Selection of counter display method (Time code/Date/Time)

Display of hour meter (accumulated running time of head drum)

Viewfinder display Group Menu

000 : SERVO/SYSTEM

MENU button

MENU button MENU button

100 : VI DEO 200 : AUD IO 300 : SYSTEM 400 : T IME CODE 500 :ON SCREEN HM : HOU R ME TE R

SELECT button

Item Menu

(example: AUDIO)

244 : LOW CUT

245 :SAMPLE RATE

2 46 : CH1 FRONT VR ENABLE

257 :AUDI O REF . S IGNAL LEV

OFF

48K

ENABL E

-20dB

DATA SET button

12-1 VCR Setup Menu (Cont'd)

DISPLAYING AND SETTING VCR SETUP MENUS

CH-1

Viewfinder

000 : SERVO/SYSTEM 100 : VI DEO 200 : AUD IO 300 : SYSTEM 400 : T IME CODE 500 :ON SCREEN HM : HOU R ME TE R

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

ALARM

MONITOR

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

HT.BAL

OUTPU

OPERATE

ON OFF

“MENU” indication

MONITOR SELECT

CH-1 MIX CH-2

RESET

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

FRONT REAR

LIGHT

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LITHIUM BATT.

Engaging the VCR Setup Menu mode.

Press the MENU button.

• The "MENU" indication in the display section starts blinking and the VCR Setup Menu appears in the viewfinder and on the counter display.

AUDIO LEVEL

12. SETUP MENU

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

VTR SELECT

TC GENE.

INT

PRST

PARA

REGEN

EXT

GROUP ITEM SELECT DATA SET

CAM

AUX

HOLD SHIFT ADVANCE PRESET

VTR INPUT

2. 4.

CONTINUE

REC FREE

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

3.5.

GROUP menu screen

Counter display

244 : LOW CUT

245 :SAMPLE RATE

246 :CH1 FRONT

257 :AUDI O REF . S IGNAL LEV

OFF

48K

ELBANE

-20dB

Item menu screen

DATA SE T

Note:

When a cable is connected to the REMOTE connector, the VTR Setup Menu is not displayed in the viewfinder.

Selecting the GROUP. Press the GROUP button.

• Each time the GROUP button is pressed the selected GROUP number is shown blinking on the viewfinder screen. The counter display shows the selected group.

Open the Item menu of the selected GROUP. Press the SELECT button.

Selecting the Item. Press the ITEM button.

• Each time the ITEM button is pressed the selected item number is shown blinking on the viewfinder screen. The counter display shows the selected item.

Changing the setting value of the item. Press the SELECT button and select the setting value.  When multiple items should be set, repeat the operations

and

of steps

 To set menu items in other groups, press the MENU

button. When the relevant group menu is displayed, perform the setting.

 When the GROUP button is pressed, the items of the

higher order group menu are displayed.

DATA SET display

Saving the setting value. Press the DATA SET button.

• "DATA SET" appears in the viewfinder and on the counter display and the setting value is saved in the GY-DV550's memory. The display returns to the normal screen mode when data has been saved.

 If the MENU button is pressed without pressing the DATA

SET button, the display returns to the normal screen mode without the setting value being changed.

12. SETUP MENU

12-1 VCR Setup Menu (Cont'd)

VCR SETUP MENU CONTENTS

Group

SERVO /SYSTEM

VIDEO

AUDIO

Item

Upper row: Viewfinder display Lower row: Counter display indication

050:

rnSL

052:

StEP

082:

rtMd

126: INPUT SELECT

vid

244: LOW CUT

LctF

245: SAMPLING RATE

snPL

246: CH1 FRONT VR

FruL

257: AUDIO REF.

ArEF

REMOTE SELECT

STEP SLOW MODE

BACK TALLY MODE

Note:

The setting of this item can only be changed in the stop mode or when a cassette is not loaded.

Note:

The setting of this item can only be changed in the stop mode or when a cassette is not loaded.

ENABLE

SIGNAL LEV

Note:

When No. 126 INPUT SELECT is set to IEEE1394, this item cannot be changed.

Setting

Value

LOCAL IEEE1394 IEEE1394+ RS232C

FIELD

FRAME

OFF

BLINK

on bL

CAMERA

IEEE1394

cA, iE

OFF CH1 CH2

CH1 &

CH2

oF 01 02 on

32K 48K

32 48

DISABLE

ENABLE

oF on

-20dB

-12dB 20

Contents

Selection of the method for remote control of the VCR. LOCAL : Choose this setting when the VCR should

IEEE1394:Choose this setting when the VCR should be

IEEE1394+RS232C :

Note:

•

The operation buttons on the GY-DV550 remain effective even when set to IEEE1394 or IEEE1394+RS232C.

Selects the advance amount in STILL mode. (Frame/Field advance is effective only with the external remote control signal.) FIELD : Field-by-field advance. FRAME : Frame-by-frame advance.

Selection of the lighting pattern of the BACK TALLY lamp on the rear section during recording. OFF : The lamp is always off. ON :

BLINK :

Selection of the input video signal. Settings cannot be changed during recording. CAMERA : Camera image is input. IEEE1394 : The image from the DV connector equipped

To select whether or not the low frequencies of the audio signal from the audio input connectors are cut. Set to ON to reduce the wind noise of the microphone. OFF : CH1 : Only the low frequencies of the audio signal

CH2 : Only the low frequencies of the audio signal

CH1& CH2

To select the sampling rate for digital PCM audio recording of the tape (both CH1 and CH2). 32K : 48K : *

The DV format offers recording tracks for up to 4 channel when recording using 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling. The GY-DV550 records two of these tracks. The GYDV550 does not allow after-recording.

To select whether or not the front section audio input level control should be operative. The front section audio input level control only affects the audio signal recorded on CH1. DISABLE : Use of the front section

ENABLE : Use of the front section audio input level

* The CH-1

works regardless of the setting.

To set the reference recording level of the tape (both CH1 and CH2). Playback should also be made with the setting used during recording.

-20dB :

-12dB :

The recording level of the IEEE 1394 signal has nothing to do with it.

be controlled using the operation buttons on the GY-DV550 only.

remote controlled from a DV connector equipped video component connected to the DV connector on the rear section of the GY-DV550.

Choose this setting for control by means of the VCR remote control signal from the REMOTE connector on the GY-DV550.

The lamp lights during recording. It remains off until the VTR trigger button is pressed to start the recording. The lamp lights during recording. It blinks when the VTR trigger button is pressed to start the recording.

video component connected to the DV connector on the rear section is input.

The CH1 and CH2 low frequencies are not cut.

input to the CH1 channel are cut.

input to the CH2 channel are cut.

: The low frequencies are cut for both CH1

and CH2.

Digital recording occurs with 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling Digital recording occurs with 16-bit 48 kHz sampling.

control is disabled.

control is enabled.

audio input

Records with -20dB as the reference recording level. Records with -12dB as the reference recording level. Use this setting when playing back the tape using a consumer-oriented DV player.

level control on the side section

audio input

Factory

Setting

LOCAL

FRAME

BLINK

CAMERA

OFF

48K

ENABLE

level

-20dB

12-1 VCR Setup Menu (Cont'd)

12. SETUP MENU

Group

SYSTEM

TIME CODE

ON SCREEN

Item

Upper row: Viewfinder display Lower row: Counter display indication

302: BACK SPACE

b-SP

307: LONG PAUSE

LGPt

396: BATTERY TYPE

bAtt

398: SSF MODE

SSF

399:

rEFF

403: U-BIT SLAVE

UbSc

416: NON DROP/

tcG

516:

diSP

TIME

REMOTE FF/REW MODE

DROP

DISPLAY SELECT

Setting

Value

STANDARD QUICK

St qU

3MIN 30MIN

03 30

12V

13.2V

14.4V

12 13 14

OFF CUE MODE MARK MODE

oF cU nr

FF/REW SEARCH

FF SH

TC&UB TC

on oF

DROP NON DROP

dF nF

TC CLOCK

tc cL

Contents

Selection of amount of back space for recording pause. STANDARD QUICK :

To select the time (minutes) before the tape protect mode (drum head rotation stopped) is engaged when the record-pause, still or stop condition continues. 3MIN : 3 minutes 30MIN : 30 minutes * When used in a cold environment, the setting will be

3 minutes regardless of the setting.

To be set in accordance with the used battery back type. 12V : Choose this setting when using 12V battery

13.2V : Choose this setting when using 13.2V battery

14.4V : Choose this setting when using 14.4V battery

Note:

•

If this setting is neglected, the unit’s display of remaining of battery power and generation of battery alarm will not work correctly.

• This setting is valid when battery pack is used. It is invalid when a DC power supply is used.

Selection of the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) mode. S.S.F. function:While recording, the time code data of a desired recorded scene is stored in the unit's memory when the TAKE button on the front section is pressed. Settings cannot be changed during recording or SAVE mode. OFF : S.S.F. function is not available. CUE MODE : Selects the CUE mode.

MARK MODE : Selects the MARK mode.

For details on the S.S.F. function, see page 66.

• When the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 S.S.F. MODE is set to CUE or MARK, the time code generator’s running method is internally set to the REGEN mode.

Specifies the operation when FF/REW signal is received from the remote connector during playback. FF/REW : FF/REW operation performed. SEARCH : Search operation performed.

To set whether user’s bits also should be slave-locked when slave-locking with external time code generator. TC&UB : User’s bits also slave-locked

: User’s bits are not slave-locked

Selection of the time code generator's framing mode as either drop or non-drop mode. DROP :

NON DROP:

Selection of the appearance of the counter display when the COUNTER switch is set to “TC” or “UB”. TC : The time code is displayed. CLOCK: The date/time is displayed.

: Normally use this setting.

Compared to STANDARD, the back space becomes approximately 0.4 seconds shorter. Use this setting when you want to start shooting quickly. However, in the REGEN mode, the time code may not continue.

(12V DC Flat shape type).

(Anton-Bauer Trimpack 13, Propack 13, Magnum 13, Compack 13).

(Anton-Bauer Trimpack 14, Propack 14, Magnum 14, Compack 14).

When the TAKE button is pressed, the time code data of the scene recorded at that point is stored in the memory.

When the TAKE button is pressed the first time, the time code of this point is stored as start point of the scene. When the TAKE button is pressed the second time, the time code of this point is stored as ending point of the scene.

The internal time code generator runs in drop mode. Choose this setting when emphasizing the recorded time.

The internal time code generator runs in non drop mode.

Choose this setting when emphasizing the frame number.

Factory

Setting

STANDARD

30MIN

12V

OFF

FF/ REW

DROP

12. SETUP MENU

12-2 Camera Menu Screen Flow

Camera Menu Screen Flow

As illustrated below, the Camera Menu is a menu screen comprising several layers. The first layer of the CAMERA MENU screen is for choosing and setting the menus required in accordance with functions or purposes. The unit also allows the contents of menu settings to be stored in three files (SCENE FILE A, B, OFF).

• SCENE FILE A, B.....

By performing the FILE STORE operation on the FILE MANAGE screen, the contents of menu settings can be stored and retained in the unit. However, the SET UP menu contents are stored even if the FILE STORE operation is not performed. Use SCENE FILE A or B to store and retain the contents of menu settings that remain more or less fixed.

• SCENE FILE OFF.....

Whenever you want to change the menu settings, use this SCENE FILE. The menu setting contents are stored in the unit even if the FILE STORE operation is not performed.

When shooting, select the file with the menu settings to be used from among the three SCENE FILE files on the CAMERA MENU screen.

Cursor

--- - - CAMERA MENU -

SCENE F I LE : A VF D I SPLAY MENU . . OPERAT I ON MENU PROCE SS ME NU FILE MANAGE SETUP MENU TIME DATE EX I T

MENU . .

--- VF DISPLAY ---

SCENE F I LE A

F.NO/FILTER

DISPLAY

AUD I O SAFETY ZONE

ENCTERMARK :ON ECRTIME :REMAIN

ZEBRA : 70

PAGE BACK

--- OPERATION ---

SCENE F I LE A ASPECT RAT IO : 4 : 3 SHUTT ER : STEP

FAW GA I N L GA I N M : 9 d B GA I N H : 1 8 SMOOTH T RANS SPOT L / BACK L PAGE BACK

--- PROCESS ---

SCENE F I LE A MASTER BLACK :NORMAL DETA I L DTL . V /H BA L DTL . FREQUENCY : MID SK I N DT L DETECT : OFF VRESOLUTION :NO KNEE PO I NT : 1 0 0% ADVANCED PROCESS . . PAGE BACK

: OFF :

OFF

:NORMAL

-80%

:NONE :0dB

dB :OFF :MID

DLE

:NORMAL :NORMAL

DLE

RMA L

CAUTION:

When controlling the unit with the camera remote control unit, REMOVE will appear in the setting value section. In this case, menu settings cannot be made.

ES--- ADVANCED PROC ---S

SCENE F I LE A COL OR MAT R I X : ON GAMMA : NORMA L SK I N COLOR ADJUST PAGE BACK

Normal screen

--- FILE MANAGE ---

SCENE F I LE A STORE F I LE : A STORE RESET F I LE RESET PAGE BACK

26PIN OUT :CPN CHARACTER M IX SET UP H PHASE : 128 SC COARSE SC F I NE PAGE BACK

DISPLAY :ON DISPLAY MODE DISP STYLE DATE ST YLE : MM/ Y Y

SEC D I SPLAY :OF PAGE BACK

STORE OK?

--- SETUP---

:OFF

FF:O

:ON

:0 :128

D--- TIME ATE ---

:BARS+CAM :DATE IME&T

HTIME STYLE :24 F

DD /

URO

- - SK IN COLOR STAD JU - -

SK I N COL DET . SK I N COL RANGEOR PAGE BACK

ERORR

STOP

:NORMAL

12-3 How to Select from the Camera Menu

Press the STATUS button for 1 second to display the

CAMERA MENU screen in the viewfinder.

Choose the file with the camera menu settings to be used.

(SCENE FILE A, B or OFF) 1 Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to align the cursor

with SCENE FILE, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The area with the setting value starts blinking, and the value can now be changed.

2 Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to select the setting

value. (A, B or OFF)

3 Press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The setting value stops blinking but remains lit.

Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to align the cursor with the menu item to be set, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The selected menu screen appears in the viewfinder.

Choose the menu item from the menu screen. Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to align the cursor with the menu item to be set, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The area with the setting value starts blinking, and the

value can now be changed.

Change the setting value. Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to change the setting value, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The setting value stops blinking but remains lit.

 To change multiple items, repeat steps

Return to the CAMERA MENU screen. Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to align the cursor with the PAGE BACK item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.  To change the settings of other menu screens, perform

the operations described in steps

FILTER

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SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK L

STRETCH

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

CH-1

ALARM

CH-2

MONITOR

STATUS button

2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8.

SHUTTER dial

SHUTTER

CURSOR Item Setting value

SCEN F I LE : A

E VF DI SPLAY MENU OPERAT I ON MENU PROCES S MENU

FILE STORE

SETUP MENU

TIME DATE. .

EX I T

CAMERA MENU screen

.. ..

MONITOR

MIX

RESET

SELECT

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

FRONT

REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

--- - - CAMERA MENU -

12. SETUP MENU

and 5. above.

to 6. above.

Item Setting value

--- VF DISPLAY ---

SCENE F I LE A

F.NO/FILTER

DI SPLAY

AUD I O SAFTY ZONE CENTER MARK :ON REC T IME ZEBRA PAGE BACK

:F. NO :ON :NORMAL

:REMAI N :70

-80%

VF DISPLAY MENU screen

If SCENE FILE A or B is selected, choose the FILE MANAGE item from the CAMERA MENU screen and perform the operations for storing a file. ☞ See "FILE MANAGE Screen" on page 82. * It is not necessary to perform the file storage operations

for changes made to the SETUP MENU.

Complete the CAMERA MENU setting. Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to align the cursor with the EXIT item on the CAMERA MENU screen, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The normal screen returns in the viewfinder.

12. SETUP MENU

12-4 VF Display Screen

Item Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting

F.NO/FILTER

AUDIO DISPLAY

SAFETY ZONE

CENTER MARK

Sets whether to display the F-number of the lens iris or filter position of the unit on status screen 1.

F. NO ..................... F-number is displayed.

FILTER .................. Filter position is displayed.

OFF ....................... No display

Selects whether or not the audio indicator is displayed on the Status 1 screen.

ON ........................ Audio indicator is displayed.

OFF ....................... Audio indicator is not displayed.

Selects the safety zone setting.

☞ See "Safety Zone" on page 31.

Selects whether or not a center mark is shown during display of safety zone.

ON ........................ Center mark displayed.

OFF ....................... Center mark not displayed.

When the SAFETY ZONE item is set to OFF, "---" is displayed and this item cannot be set.

F.NO FILTER OFF

ON OFF

OFF NORMAL 16:9

ON OFF

OFF

REC TIME

ZEBRA

PAGE BACK

Sets whether the remaining tape recording time or TIME CODE is displayed on the Status 1 screen.

TC ......................... TIME CODE is displayed.

* The time code is displayed even if the VCR Setup

Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to “CLOCK”.

REMAIN ................ Remaining time is displayed.

Switches the luminance level of the subject sections where the zebra pattern is displayed. Zebra patterns also displayed when color bar is displayed.

70-80% ................. Zebra pattern is displayed in sections with luminance

levels between 70% and 80%.

85-95% ................. Zebra pattern is displayed in sections with luminance

levels between 85% and 90%.

OVER 95% ............ Zebra pattern is displayed in sections with luminance

levels over 95%.

OVER 100% .......... Zebra pattern is displayed in sections with luminance

levels over 100%.

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with the cursor at this position.

TC REMAIN

70-80% 85-95% OVER95% OVER100%

–

REMAIN

70-80%

–

12. SETUP MENU

12-5 OPERATION Screen

Item Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting

ASPECT RATIO

SHUTTER

FAW

LETTER ...... LETTER BOX (16:9 aspect ratio) image output.

4:3 ............... 4:3 aspect ratio image output.

Note:

When setting ASPECT RATIO to LETTER, 16:9 screen detection ID signal will not be outputted from the Y/C OUT connector.

The SHUTTER button on the right side section is used to select STEP for fixed shutter speed or V.SCAN variable scanning rate for shooting computer monitor screens.

STEP .............. Enables setting of different fixed shutter speeds. [1/100,

1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000]

VARIABLE....... Selected when shooting computer monitor screens, etc.

[Variable range: 60.1 to 2084.6 Hz]

Selects the W.BAL switch (@ on page 13) position to which the FAW (FullTime Auto White Balance Adjustment) function is to be assigned.

NONE ............. FAW function is not used.

A ..................... FAW is assigned to the A position.

B ..................... FAW is assigned to the B position.

PRESET ......... FAW is assigned to the PRESET position.

LETTER 4:3

STEP VARIABLE

NONE A B PRESET

4:3Sets the image size of the video signal.

STEP

NONE

GAIN L GAIN M GAIN H

SMOOTH TRANS

SPOT L/ BACK L

PAGE BACK

Selects the gain value in each position of the GAIN switch (9 on page

13).

Smoothens the transition when the GAIN switch (9 on page 13), or WHT.BAL switch (@ on page 13) is switched over and achieves gradual change in place of sudden change. However, the smooth transition function does not function when switching the GAIN switch set in ALC, FAS button and the LOLUX button.

ON .................. Activates the smooth transition function.

OFF ................. Deactivates the smooth transition function.

Sets the level of auto iris when setting the AUTO IRIS switch to BACK L or SPOT L. LOW : Lowers the iris level. MIDDLE : Opens/Closes the iris by 1 step from the standard state. HIGH : Raises the iris level.

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with the cursor at this position.

–3dB 0dB 3dB 6dB 9dB 12dB 18dB

ALC

ON OFF

LOW MIDDLE HIGH

–

L: 0dB M: 9dB H: 18dB

OFF

MIDDLE

–

12. SETUP MENU

12-6 PROCESS Screen

Item Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting

MASTER BLACK

DETAIL

DTL. V/H BAL

Adjusts the pedestal level (master black), which is the reference of black.

• To increase the pedestal level ...... Increase the number. (UP)

• To decrease the pedestal level .... Decrease the number. (DOWN)

Adjusts the detail enhancement level.

• To sharpen details ....................... Increase the number. (UP)

• To soften details ........................... Decrease the number. (DOWN)

Sets the direction, horizontal (H) or vertical (V), in which stronger detail enhancement is applied.

To strengthen the H enhancement ... .. Increase the number (UP).

To strengthen the V enhancement ... .. Decrease the number (DOWN).

Note:

While the LOLUX function is operating, the setting value is fixed at NORMAL and “FIX” is displayed.

MAX (100) 99 201 gradations to NORMAL (0) to

-99 MIN (-100)

MAX (7) 615 gradations to NORMAL (0) to

-6 MIN (-7)

H-MAX (4) 39 gradations to NORMAL (0) to

-3 H-MIN (-4)

NORMAL

DTL. FREQUENCY

SKIN DTL DETECT

V. RESOLUTION

KNEE POINT

Varies the detail enhancement level by changing the detail enhancement frequency. Set in accordance with the subject

HIGH ............. Applies strong detail enhancement.

Used to shoot subjects with fine patterns.

MIDDLE ........ Applies medium detail enhancement.

LOW .............. Applies weak detail enhancement.

Used to shoot subjects with large patterns.

Note:

While the LOLUX function is operating, the setting value is fixed at MIDDLE and “FIX” is displayed.

Sets the Skin Detail function to ON or OFF.

ON ................ Skin Detail function activated.

OFF ............... Skin Detail function not activated.

☞ See "Using the Skin Detail Function" on page 91.

Increases the vertical resolution.

• NORMAL .... Vertical resolution 380 lines.

• V.MAX ......... Vertical resolution 450 lines

(The sensitivity is degraded and the bright sections may be colored depending on the subject.)

Sets the knee point (brightness level) when the AUTO KNEE function is set to OFF.

HIGH MIDDLE LOW

ON OFF

NORMAL V.MAX

80% 85% 90% 95% 100%

LOW

OFF

NORMAL

100%

ADVANCED PROCESS

PAGE BACK

Displays the ADVANCED PROCESS Screen. ☞ See "ADVANCED PROCESS Screen" on page 81.

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with the cursor at this position.

–

12. SETUP MENU

12-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen

Item Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting

COLOR MATRIX

GAMMA

SKIN COLOR ADJUST

PAGE BACK

Sets the color matrix

OFF ...... Deactivates the color matrix function

ON ....... The color reproducibility is enhanced, but noise increases.

CAUTION:

During the LOLUX operation, COLOR MATRIX is fixed to the OFF setting and "FIX" is displayed.

Correction of the gamma curve to decide the reproducibility of black color.

• To enhance the black color reproducibility. However, halftones will be

lost for white section

............... Increase the number

• When reproducibility of the black color is not so important

............... Decrease the number

CAUTION:

• During LOLUX operation or setting GAIN to 18 dB, "FIX" is displayed because GAMMA is fixed at the MIN value.

Pressing the SHUTTER dial once when the cursor is at this position switches the screen to display the SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen.

The PROCESS MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with the cursor at this position.

ON OFF

MAX (8) 7 18 gradations to NORMAL (0) to

-7 MIN (-8) OFF

–

NORMAL

–

12-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen

Item Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting

SKIN COLOR DETECT

SKIN COLOR RANGE

PAGE BACK

Sets whether it is possible to change the color used by the Skin Tone Detail function.

EXECUTE ...... Choose this setting to allow detection of the color used by

the Skin Tone Detail function.

STOP ............. Choose this setting to stop detection of the color used by

the Skin Tone Detail function.

☞ See "Using the Skin Tone Detail Function" on page 91.

The setting of this item can only be changed when the SKIN COLOR DETECT item is set to EXECUTE. This setting is for adjusting the skin color range where Skin Tone Detail functions. (When this item is selected, the area where the Skin Tone Detail function is applicable is indicated by zebra patterns on the screen.) While viewing the zebra pattern range, perform the adjustment.

Increasing the range ........ Increase the number

Increasing the range . ...... Decrease the number

The ADVANCED PROCESS MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with the cursor at this position.

STOP EXECUTE

WIDE +19 (33 gradations) to NORMAL to

-11 NARROW

–

STOP

NORMAL

–

12. SETUP MENU

12-9 FILE MANAGE Screen

The unit has three files that can be used for storing camera menus. The FILE MANAGE screen is for performing the operations for saving the set CAMERA MENU.

• When menu settings are made using SCENE FILE A or B, the contents of the settings will be invalid if the storage operations are not performed on this screen. However, the SETUP MENU settings will be valid even if the storage operations are not performed.

• When menu settings are made using SCENE FILE OFF, the contents are stored in the unit at the time settings are changed on each menu screen even if the storage operations are not performed.

Storage Operation

Press the STATUS button for about 1 second to display the CAMERA MENU screen.

Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the FILE

MANAGE item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The FILE MANAGE screen appears in the viewfinder.

Choose the file to save in (A or B).

1 Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the

STORE FILE item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

2 Turn the SHUTTER dial to select the file to save in (A or

B), and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

Save the menu settings. Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the STORE item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The “STORE OK?” message appears in the lower section of the centre of the screen.

When the SHUTTER dial is pressed in the direction of the arrow once more, the menu settings are stored in the selected STORE FILE.

Close the FILE MANAGE screen Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with PAGE BACK, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The CAMERA MENU screen returns in the viewfinder.

Memo:

• When changing the menu settings in SCENE FILE A and saving in STORE FILE B: SCENE FILE B: The contents become the menu contents of the changed settings. SCENE FILE A: The contents become the menu contents valid before the settings were changed.

• When changing the menu settings in SCENE FILE OFF and saving in STORE FILE B: SCENE FILE B: The contents become the menu contents of the changed settings. SCENE FILE OFF: The contents become the menu contents of the changed settings.

2. 3. 4. 5.

SHUTTER dial

Cursor

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

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SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

ALARM

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

SELECT

CH-1 MIX CH-2

MONITOR

CH-1

SHUTTER

SCENE F I LE : A VF D I SPLAY MENU OPERAT I ON MENU PROCES S MENU F I LE MANAGE SETUP MENU T

I M

E D A T E M E N U . .

EX I T

CAMERA MENU screen

--- FILE MANAGE ---

SCENE F I LE A STORE F I LE : A STORE RESET F I LE RESET PAGE BACK

STORE OK?

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO LEVEL

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

CH-2

STATUS button

--- - - CAMERA MENU -

:OFF

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

FILE MANAGE screen

䡲 Resetting the menu settings to the initial settings is also

done using the FILE MANAGE screen.

☞ See "Resetting the Camera Menu Settings" on page 85.

12. SETUP MENU

12-10 SETUP Screen

Item Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting

26 PIN OUT

CHARACTER MIX

SET UP For selecting whether to include setup signals in the camera images,

H PHASE

Other than composite signals, another type of video signals can be outputted from the VTR/RM multi-pin connector. The other output video signal is selected here. Y/C : Outputs Y/C separate signals. RGB : Outputs RGB signals. CPN : Outputs component video signals.

For selecting whether to mix characters in the MONITOR OUT video. OFF : No characters are displayed ON : Character-mixed display

external input video or VCR playback video signals. OFF : Setup signals are not included. ON : Setup signals are included. (Setup level: 7.5%)

For adjusting the horizontal phase of the unit in relation to the signal (external sync signal) input through the GENLOCK/AUX IN connector on the left side of the unit. Delaying the horizontal phase of the unit in relation to the external sync signal .

................... Increase the number

Speeding up the horizontal phase of the unit in relation to the external sync signal .

................... Decrease the number

∗ Adjustment is not possible if the external sync signal is not input. Possible

values are indicated by - - -.

Y/C RGB CPN

OFF ON

0 to 255

CPN

OFF

128

SC COARSE

SC FINE

PAGE BACK

For roughly adjusting the unit’s sub-carrier (SC) phase against signals (external synchronous signals) inputted to the GENLOCK/AUX IN terminal on the left side of the unit. (0°, 90°, 180°, 270°) ∗ Adjustment is not possible if the external sync signal is not input. Possible

values are indicated by - - -.

For fine adjusting the sub-carrier (SC) of the unit in relation to the signal (external sync signal) input through the GENLOCK/AUX IN connector on the left side of the unit. Rotating the sub-carrier clockwise in relation to the external sync signal

................... Increase the number

Rotating the sub-carrier anticlockwise in relation to the external sync signal

................... Decrease the number

∗ Adjustment is not possible if the external sync signal is not input. Possible

values are indicated by - - -.

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with the cursor at this position.

0 90 180 270

0 to 255

–

128

–

12. SETUP MENU

12-11 TIME DATE screen

Item Function, Operation Variation Range Initial Setting

DISPLAY

DISPLAY MODE

DISP STYLE

DATE STYLE

For setting whether to display the time and date on the viewfinder. OFF : Time and date are not displayed. ON : Time and date are displayed. When setting to ON, the time and date are recorded on the upper of left of the video.

For selecting the mode for displaying the time and date on the viewfinder. BARS+CAM

BAR : Time and date are displayed when outputting color bar

CAM : Time and date are displayed when outputting camera signals.

For selecting the format of the time and date display. DATE&TIME : The time and date are displayed. DATE : The date is displayed. TIME : The time is displayed. “- - -” is displayed when DISPLAY is set to OFF, and the setting will be unavailable.

For selecting the format of the date display. YY/MM/DD : Displays in the format of year/month/date. MM/DD/YY : Displays in the format of month/date/year. DD/MM/YY : Displays in the format of date/month/year. “- - -” is displayed when DISPLAY is set to OFF, and the setting will be unavailable.

: Time and date are displayed when outputting color bar signals

or camera images.

signals.

OFF ON

BARS+CAM BAR CAM

DATE&TIME DATE TIME

YY/MM/DD MM/DD/YY DD/MM/YY

OFF

BARS+CAM

DATE&TIME

MM/DD/YY

TIME STYLE

SEC DISPLAY

PAGE BACK

For selecting the format of the time display. 24 HOUR : Displays the time using the 24 hour system. 12 HOUR : Displays the time using the 12 hour system. “- - -” is displayed when DISPLAY is set to OFF, and the setting will be unavailable.

For selecting whether to display the seconds in the time display. OFF : Seconds are not displayed. ON : Seconds are displayed. “- - -” is displayed when DISPLAY is set to OFF, and the setting will be unavailable.

When the cursor is at this position, pressing the SHUTTER dial once will return the unit to the CAMERA MENU screen.

24 HOUR 12 HOUR

OFF ON

–

24 HOUR

OFF

–

12. SETUP MENU

12-12 Resetting of Camera Menu Setting Values

Using the FILE MANAGE screen, the CAMERA MENU settings can be reset to the initial setting values. On the FILE MANAGE screen, select the file of the CAMERA MENU to be reset, and then perform the resetting operation.

Reset Operation

Press the STATUS button for about 1 second to display the CAMERA MENU screen.

Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the FILE MANAGE item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The FILE MANAGE screen appears in the viewfinder.

Choose the file of the CAMERA MENU to be reset (A, B, OFF or ALL)

• If ALL is selected, all the CAMERA MENU files will be reset.

1 Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the

RESET FILE item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

2 Turn the SHUTTER dial to select the file to be reset,

and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

ER dial

FILTER

ALARM

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5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

SHUTTER

MONITOR

CH-1 MIX CH-2

RESET

SELECT

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO LEVEL

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

FRONT

MANUAL

REAR

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

CH-2

STATUS button

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

Cursor

SCENE F I LE : A VF D I SPLAY MENU

OPERAT I ON MENU

PROCES S MENU F I LE MANAGE SETUP MENU T

I M

E D A T E M E N U . .

EX I T

CAMERA MENU screen

--- FILE MANAGE ---

SCENE F I LE A STORE F I LE : A STORE RESET F I LE RESET PAGE BACK

RESET OK?

:OFF

Reset the camera menu settings. 1 Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the

RESET item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

--- - - CAMERA MENU -

• The “RESET OK?” message message appears in the lower section of the centre of the screen.

2 When the SHUTTER dial is pressed in the direction of

the arrow once more, the CAMERA MENU settings of the selected file are reset to the initial settings.

Close the FILE MANAGE screen Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with PAGE BACK, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

• The CAMERA MENU screen returns in the viewfinder.

FILE MANAGE screen

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW)

--- OPERATION ---

SCENE F I LE A ASPECT RAT I O : 4 : 3 SHUTT ER : S TEP FAW GA I N L GA I N M : 9 d B GA I N H : 1 8 SMOOTH TRANS SPOT L / BACK L PAGE BACK

FILTER

ALARM

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

HT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

:NONE :0dB

:OFF :MID

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

MIX

CH-2

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

The FAW function adjusts the white balance value automatically as the lighting condition changes.

This mode is convenient when you have no time to adjust the white balance or when the camera is moved frequently in and out of places under different lighting conditions.

Setting procedure

The FAW function can be activated with item "FAW" on the OPERATION Menu. This item allows allocation of the FAW function to the A, B or PRST position of the WHT.BAL selector switch.

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

☞ See "OPERATION Screen" on page 79.

CAUTION:

The FAW (Full-time Auto White balance) function cannot provide optimum white balance with a subject outside the FAW adjustment range, for example when it contains only a single color or not enough white color.

AUTO IRIS

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

FULL AUTO BLACK

OUTPUT

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

LOLUX

OPERATE

ON OFF

WHT.BAL selector switch

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment

ADJUSTMENT OF LENS IRIS

Iris ring

RET

M A

Temporary auto iris button

Iris mode switch

The lens iris can be adjusted using any of the following three methods.

• Automatic adjustment

Set the iris mode switch to "A" (Auto). The iris is adjusted automatically according to the brightness of the object.

• Manual adjustment

Set the iris mode switch to "M" (Manual). The iris can be adjusted manually by rotating the iris ring.

• Temporary auto iris adjustment

During manual iris adjustment, the auto iris adjustment mode is activated only while this button is held depressed.

 Changing the auto iris adjustment setup

Under special lighting conditions such as backlight, it is often appropriate to change the value set by the auto iris adjustment. This can be done by the following methods.

• Setting the AUTO IRIS LEVEL switch of the camera ☞ See "SWITCH FUNCTIONS" on page 90.

ZEBRA PATTERN DISPLAY DURING MANUAL ADJUSTMENT

By setting the ZEBRA switch to ON, oblique stripes (zebra pattern) can be displayed in the sections with a luminance level of 70% to 80% or sections with levels over 100% in the viewfinder.

PUSH

ZEBRA

OFF

SKIN AREA

VTR

ZEBRA switch

AUTO WHITE

ACCU FOCUS

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

TAKE

The zebra pattern can be used as a reference for manual iris adjustment. When adjusting the iris manually, adjust it so that the zebra patterns are displayed in the section that you want to stress in the subject.

• When CHARACTER of the Camera SETUP Menu screen is set to ON, the zebra pattern will also appear in the MONITOR OUT connector video.

• The zebra pattern will also appear during color bar output when the ZEBRA switch is set to ON.

• The initial setting is 70 to 80%. However, using the "ZEBRA" setting on the VF DISPLAY MENU, zebra patterns can be displayed in the sections with a luminance level of 85% to 95%, over 95% and over 100%.

☞ See "VF DISPLAY MENU Screen" on page 78.

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-3 Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer Monitor

 Outline

The following operation allows the alignment of the shutter speed of the camera with the variable scanning rate of a computer monitor or display. When a computer monitor screen or display is shot with the camera, a bright horizontal line indicating excessive exposure is displayed in cases when the scanning rate of the monitor is faster than the shutter speed of the camera. A dark horizontal line indicating insufficient exposure is displayed in cases when the monitor's scanning rate is slower than the camera's shutter speed. The scanning frequency of a monitor varies due to various reasons during the computer operation. Adjust the scanning rate to obtain a stable image while observing the image in the viewfinder.

 Variable Scan [V.SCAN]

• Basic operation

Set the SHUTTER item on the OPERATION MENU screen to VARIABLE. Then move the SHUTTER knob upwards or downwards to change the shutter speed. (The speed is displayed on the viewfinder screen.)

• Compatible frequencies

The variable scan function is compatible with scanning frequencies in the following range.

60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz

CAUTION:

This function is not compatible with slow-speed computer monitors with a vertical scanning speed of 50 Hz.

SHUTTER dial

ASPECT RAT I O : 4 : 3 SHUTTER : VAR I AB

FAW GA I N L GA I N M : 9 d B GA I N H : 1 8 SMOOTH TRANS SPOT L / BACK L PAGE BACK

Video monitor

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

ALARM

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

--- OPERATION ---

SCENE F I LE A

SELECT

CH-1 MIX CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

CH-2

LEVEL

:NONE :0dB

dB :OFF :MI

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

DLE

AUDIO INPUT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

FRONT REAR

LIGHT

TC UB

Band

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

OFF

MODE

VTR

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

OPERATION MENU screen

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-4 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment

The gain should be switched when the brightness is insufficient due to poor lighting conditions.

GAIN SWITCHING

This switch allows the gain to be boosted when the illumination

GAIN switch

AUTO IRIS

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

FULL AUTO BLACK

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

LOLUX

CAUTION:

When gain is set to "ALC", gain is boosted automatically as the illumination becomes darker. However, noise will increase a little because the screen becomes brighter as the ALC (Auto Level Control) function boosts the gain more than in the case of manual adjustment.

of the subject is insufficient.

Switch Position Factory-Set Gain

L 0dB

M 9dB

H 18dB

When the GAIN switch is switched, the newly set gain is displayed for about 2 seconds on the Status 0 or Status 1 screen in the viewfinder. Set it to L (0 dB) in normal use.

 The gain set for each of the switch positions can be changed

with "GAIN" on the OPERATION MENU screen.

 It is also possible to use the ALC function that varies the gain

automatically. ☞ See page 79 for details.

 To make the gain transition smoother, set “SMOOTH TRANS”

on the OPERATION MENU to “ON”. ☞ See page 79. However, note that the SMOOTH TRANS function is not available if gain is set to ALC.

GAIN BOOST UNDER LOLUX CONDITION

The LOLUX button is used when the illumination is still

LOLUX on/off button

AUTO IRIS

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

FULL AUTO BLACK

OUTPUT

GAIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

LOLUX

[Relationship between gain, iris and shutter]

0.7 Ix 32 Ix8 Ix 2000 Ix 4200 Ix 18000 Ix

FULL AUTO SHOOTING

33 dB 12dB 0 dB 1/60 1/240

LOLUX

ALC AUTOMATIC IRIS EEI

insufficient after compensating with the GAIN switch. Press the button to enter the LOLUX mode in which the gain is boosted by about 33 dB. "LOLUX ON" is displayed for about 2 seconds on the Status 0 or Status 1 mode screen in the viewfinder. Pressing the button again cancels the LOLUX mode. "LOLUX OFF" is displayed for a few seconds.

 When the LOLUX function is in use, the image definition on

the screen will degrade to increase residual images, but this is not a malfunction.

F1.4 F11 F16

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-5 Switch Setup According to Illumination and Subject

Various switch settings are performed to accommodate the conditions of the illumination and the subject when shooting.

SWITCH FUNCTIONS

1AUTO IRIS LEVEL switch

This switch allows the reference value for the auto iris adjustment to be changed according to the lighting condition.

AUTO IRIS LEVEL switch

AUTO IRIS

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

VTR

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

BLACK stretch/black compress setting switch

LOLUX

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

BACK. L : When the subject is in backlit conditions.

Opens the iris wider than the standard setting.

NORMAL: Normal lighting condition. SPOT. L : When the subject is under a spotlight.

Closes the iris narrower than the standard setting.

 The level of auto iris can be set in SPOT L/BACK L of the

Camera OPERATION menu screen when setting the AUTO IRIS switch to BACK L or SPOT L. ☞ See page 79.

2BLACK stretch/black compress switch

This switch makes the image easier to see by varying the black gain. BLACK STRETCH : Boosts the gain of black areas to

improve the reproducibility of black.

NORMAL : Normal black gain. BLACK COMPRESS

: Attenuates the gain of black areas to

make the image sharper.

FULL AUTO SHOOTING (FAS) FUNCTION

FULL AUTO indicator

CAUTION:

• The FAS function will not operate during external video signal input.

• When the power is turned on while the camera is in the FAS mode, it takes about 10 seconds before the automatic adjustment of FAS is completed.

• In the FAS mode, the audio recording level is not set automatically to the AUTO mode. To select the AUTO mode, set the AUTO/MANUAL switch of the VCR section to AUTO.

AUTO IRIS

VTR

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

FULL AUTO\ shooting button

FULL AUTO BLACK

GAIN

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

OPERATE

ON OFF

LOLUX

The FAS function provides a wide range of compatibility with shooting conditions that varies as you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright and dark locations. It eliminates the need to change the switch and filter positions every time you move. The FAS function provides an integrated control of the ALC (Automatic Level Control), Auto iris and FAW (Full-time Auto White balance) functions.

Operation

Simply press the FULL AUTO button to enter the FAS mode, in which the FULL AUTO indicator lights and "FAS" is displayed to the right in the viewfinder.

Pressing the FULL AUTO button again cancels the FAS mode and turns the FULL AUTO indicator off.

 Automatic Setting Contents

• If you have been displaying the color bars, the screen is switched automatically to the camera image.

• The auto iris adjustment mode is entered even if the iris mode switch of the lens is set to manual.

• The GAIN switch and WHT.BAL switch settings are defeated in the FAS mode.

• The LOLUX button setting is active even in the FAS mode. However, the ALC and EEI are defeated in the LOLUX mode, in which only the auto iris adjustment and FAW are used.

• All of the previous setting contents are recalled when the FAS mode is cancelled.

• The SMOOTH TRANS function is defeated during switch to the FAS function.

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-6 How to Use Skin Tone Detail

The contour emphasis in the skin color areas of the video signal can be controlled and made to appear gentle and smooth.



Setting the Color and Range of the Skin Tone

Detail Function

Press the STATUS button for about 1 second to display the

CAMERA MENU screen.

Turn the SHUTTER dial downward to align the cursor (>)

with the PROCESS item. Then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow to display the PROCESS screen.

Turn the SHUTTER dial downward to align the cursor (>)

with the ADVANCED PROCESS item. Then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow to display the ADVANCED PROCESS screen.

Turn the SHUTTER dial downward to align the cursor (>) with the SKIN COLOR ADJUST item. Then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow to display the SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen.

• The frame shown on the screen indicates the detection area of the skin tone detail function.

When the cursor (>) is aligned with the SKIN COLOR DET. item, the SHUTTER dial is pressed in the direction of the arrow and EXECUTE selected, the skin color detection mode is activated.

Shoot so that the area with the color that you want to detect is brought within the detection area frame. To decide on the color for the detection, press the SHUTTER dial to set SKIN COLOR DET. to STOP.

• The areas recognized by the skin tone detail function appear with superimposed zebra patterns.

• If the color is not recognized as a color that the skin tone detail function works with, "ERROR" is displayed on the screen.

If you want to change the color range recognized by the skin tone detail function, perform the following operations. Set the SKIN COLOR DET. item to EXECUTE.

Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor (>) with SKIN

COLOR RANGE, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

a The area with the setting value starts blinking, and

the value can now be changed.

Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to widen or narrow the color range.

• Adjust the range while observing the zebra patterns.

3 To decide the color range, press the SHUTTER dial in

the direction of the arrow. a The setting value stops blinking but remains lit.

2. ~ 8.

SHUTTER dial

Cursor

Detection area

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

UTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

STATUS button

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LOLUX

LEVEL

SHUTTER

----- CAMERA MENU -

SCENE F I LE : A VF DI SPLAY MENU OPERAT I ON MENU PROCE SS ME NU

FILE STORE

SETUP MENU

EX I T

SCENE F I LE A MASTER BL ACK : NORMAL DETA I L DTL . V / H BA L DTL . FREQUENCY : LOW

DTL DETECT

SK I N :OF V RESOLUT ION : NO A

DVANCED PROCESS

PAGE BACK

PROCESS screen

SCENE F I LE A

OLOR MATR I X : ON

C GAMMA : NORMAL SK I N COLOR PAGE BACK

ADVANCED PROCESS screen

-- SKIN CO STLOR AD JU - -

SK I N COL DET . SK I N COL RANGEOR PAGE BACK

SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen

.. .. ..

MENU . .T I ME DATE

--- PROCESS ---

:NORMAL :NORMAL

ES--- ADVANCED PROC ---S

DJUSTA

ERORR

EXECUTE

:N:ORMA L

F RMA L

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM MIC

LEVEL

FRONT

REAR

AUDIO INPUT

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen

To stop the SKIN COLOR ADJUST operation, align the cursor (>) with BACK PAGE and press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-6 How to Use Skin Tone Detail (Cont’d)

 Confirming the color tone area adjusted with

the Skin Tone Detail function

When the ZEBRA switch on the front section is pressed to the “SKIN AREA” side, the color tone areas adjusted with Skin Tone Detail are displayed in the viewfinder.

PUSH

ZEBRA

OFF

SKIN AREA

VTR

LEVEL CH-1

ZEBRA switch

AUDIO

AUTO WHITE

ACCU FOCUS

TAKE

STATUS 0

ACCU - FOCUS

 Using the Skin Tone Detail Function

To use the skin tone detail function set on the SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen, set the SKIN DTL DETECT item on the

"SD"

display

PROCESS menu to “ON”.

While the Skin Tone Detail function operates, the “SD” indicator is displayed on the Status 0 and Status 1 screen in the viewfinder.

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-7

Connecting the Local Remote Control Unit (RM-LP55/RM-LP57)

PUSH

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV550

GENLOCK/AUX IN

REMOTE

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN FRONT

LENS

VTR/RM

PROMPTER

OUTPUT

Y/C OUT

MONITOR OUT

TC IN TC OUT

REMOTE

It is possible to set the switch functions of the camera section using the local remote control unit (RM-LP55/RM-LP57)

Connection

Connect the local remote control unit cable to the REMOTE connector of this unit.

Settings

● Set VTR Setup menu No. 050 REMOTE SELECT of this unit to LOCAL.

● When also using the DV terminal, set VTR Setup menu No. 050 REMOTE SELECT to IEEE1394.

CAUTION:

When setting VTR Setup menu No. 050 REMOTE SELECT to IEEE1394 + RS232C, the local remote control unit will be inoperable.

RM-LP55

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

GAIN SHUTTER IRIS MANU OPERATE

FUNC 1 FUNC 2

W.PAINT

Memo:

• If the switch functions for this unit and the local remote control unit are the same, the switch function of the local remote control unit will have priority.

• The IRIS AUTO/MANUAL setting will be the local remote control unit switch setting regardless of the lens section switch setting.

• H. PHASE, SC COARSE and SC FINE cannot be adjusted using the local remote control unit.

• When RM-LP55 is connected, the shutter speed displayed on RM-LP55 may slightly differ from the speed displayed on this unit.

FAR

ENTER

/SET

FUNC 2

FUNC 1

SHUTTER

TELE

IRIS

AUTO/MANU

FAST

ZOOM

FOCUS

W.BAL GAIN

SLOW

WIDE

NEAR

FILE

SLOW

WHITE PAINT

CLOSE OPEN

MASTER BLACK

Operation

When the OPERATE switch of the local remote control unit is set to ON, the local remote control unit will be operable.

■ Unavailable functions

The following functions are unavailable from the local remote control unit.

• RM-LP55 : GAIN ALC setting SHUTTER EEI setting ZOOM FOCUS SC COARSE SC FINE H PHASE GAMMA TITLE TITLE SET

• RM-LP57 : SHUTTER EEI setting GAIN ALC setting SC COARSE SC FINE H PHASE

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-8 Connecting the camera remote control unit

BACK TALLY lamp

MODE switch

TE/WARNING

LIGHT

TC UB

MODE

RM VTR

INCOM

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

INCOM MIC switch

POWER switch

LINE MIC

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

INTERCOM

LINE MIC

+48V

ON ON

FRONT

AUDIO IN

REAR

INTERCOM connector

VTR/RM connector

DC INPUT

Headset

CH-2

INCOM MIC switch

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL

FRONT REAR

Headset

Camera remote control unit

The unit can be remotely controlled using the camera remote control unit. Use the following available products.

 Camera remote control unit

• RM-P200

...............

Maximum cable length is 100m. (Not available for 4-inch viewfinders.)

CAUTION:

To use the camera remote control unit RM-P200, internal adjustments of the RM-P200 are required. It is, therefore, mandatory that you contact the nearest JVC-authorized service agent for inquiry about the adjustments.

• RM-P300

...............

Cable length is 200m only.

 Intercom headset

• KA-310

Connection

● Connect the camera remote control unit to the VTR/RM multi-pin connector.

● When using the intercom headset, connect the headset to the INTERCOM connector.

● To check the prompter output of the camera remote control unit, connect a monitor to the PROMPTER OUTPUT connector.

Settings

Set the MODE switch to RM.

Select the power source of this unit using the POWER switch.

When supplying power from the power supply of the camera remote control unit through the VTR/RM multi-pin connector, set the POWER switch to RM.

Use the INCOM MIC switch to set whether to use the microphone of the intercom headset.

• The microphone of the headset will become available for use when setting to ON and the volume can be adjusted by turning the volume knob.

Composite video signals of the camera are constantly

outputted from the VTR/RM multi-pin connector. Other than this signal, another type of video signals can be outputted. The output signal is selected in 26 PIN OUT of the Camera SETUP menu screen. (Y/C, RGB or component video signal)

Memo:

• External input video signals will not be outputted from the VTR/RM multi-pin connector even when setting the VTR INPUT switch to AUX.

• Playback video of the VCR will not be outputted from the VTR/RM multi-pin connector.

• Call signals will be sent to the operator of the camera remote control unit while the CALL button is held down. During this time, the BACK TALLY lamp will blink. The BACK TALLY lamp will blink when the call signal is received.

• The screen will distort when inputting sync signals to both the main unit and camera remote control unit.

• When the power is set to ON during input of external synchronous signals, the screen may shift vertically for a few seconds; however, this is not a malfunction of the unit.

• Read the instruction manual of the camera remote control unit for the correct usage.

Set the INCOM MIC setting switch according to the intercom

headset microphone type (carbon-type or dynamic-type microphone).

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-8 Connecting the camera remote control unit (Cont’d)

Operation

Set the POWER switch of the camera remote control unit to ON. About 30 seconds after turning the power on, the camera remote control unit will be operative.

Memo:

After the POWER switch is turned on, the camera remote control unit takes about 30 seconds to prepare for correct communication with this unit.

■ Unavailable functions

The following functions are unavailable from the camera remote control unit.

• RM-P200 : AUTO SET NEGA

• RM-P300 : AUTO SET/BLACK NEGA ABL

Memo:

• If the switch functions for this unit and the camera remote control unit are the same, the switch function of the camera remote control unit will have priority.

• The IRIS AUTO/MANUAL setting will be the camera remote control unit switch setting regardless of the lens section switch setting.

• When using the camera remote control unit with the local remote control unit (RM-LP55/RM-LP57), the local remote control unit settings will have priority. ☞ See page 93

■ TALLY lamp display when the camera remote control unit is connected.

BACK TALLY lamp

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

FRONT REAR

MIC

CARBON DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

When the camera remote control unit is connected, the viewfinder (VF) FRONT TALLY lamp, REC/ALARM lamp inside the viewfinder and the BACK TALLY lamp are displayed as shown below.

TALLY

Preview signals of camera Green Green Off remote control unit light on light on

TALLY signals of camera Red Red Red Off remote control unit light on light on light on

CALL signals of camera Red Red Red Off remote control unit light light flashing light flashing

flashing

BACK TALLY

BLINK* ON* OFF*

CALL signals of this unit Red Red Off

light flashing light flashing

* The display method for the BACK TALLY lamp is set in VTR

Setup menu No. 082 BACK TALLY MODE.

☞ See page 74

• Lamps are off for all other conditions.

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting

Warnings concerning problems with the unit are provide in the form of indicators, display indications and monitor tones. The warnings are of the following two types.

• Alarm indications :

• Error code display : In case an error occurs during operation, the unit self-diagnoses the cause and shows the diagnostics results

CAUTION:

Alarms and error codes of the external VCR connected to the VTR/RM multi-pin connector will not be displayed.

These indications are given to provide warning on the status of the unit, for example when the tape or battery pack should be replaced.

on the counter display. When this happens, the unit stops operation automatically or ejects the videocassette.

ALARM INDICATIONS

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

WARNING indicator

FILTER

ALARM

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

MONITOR

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BAL

OUTPUT

GAIN

VTR

OPERATE

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

CH-1

CH-2

RESET

SELECT

MIX

CH-1

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO

CH-2

LEVEL

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

indicator

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

MIC

CTL

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

POWER

TALLY lamp

DC IN /BATT.

CH 1

CH 2

32k

AUD LOCK

REMAIN

40 30 20 10 0

48k

WIDE

Remaining tape

time display

RF indicator

OVER

SLAVE

PB NDF

MSF

REV FWD

Remaining battery

Li indicator

AUTO OFF DEW

L iRFSERVO

HOLD

power display

FBATT

When an alarm is indicated, the unit operates in the following ways.

SERVO

Alarm Indicator on VCR Display

Symptom VCR Operation and Remedy

DEW Indicates dew formation (condensation). Operation : The VTR rejects operation.

Remedy : Leave the power on, and wait until

the indication disappears.

SERVO (Counter display) “SYnc inh”

Lights in the case of troubles with the drum servo. Lights when the input sync signal is disturbed or the unit is subjected to physical shock. (Displayed only during recording or during playback of unrecorded portions.)

Operation : During recording the mode becomes

the stop mode. During playback, playback of the disturbed video image continues.

Remedy : • Also check the input sync signal.

• Signal is disturbed when the unit

is subject to a violent shock. In other cases, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

RF (Counter display) “HEAd CLoG”

(Counter display) Pc TAPE

(Counter display) 1394 inh

Lights in case of video head clogging. (Head clogging is detected and indicated during playback and recording check using the RET button on the lens section.)

Improper cassette type

• No signal is input to the DV connector.

• Copy-guarded signals are input.

Operation : Continues. Remedy :

Clean the head with the special head

cleaning tape. (See “Precautions for Use

of Head Cleaning Tape” on page 8.) Operation : Operation stops.

Remedy : Use recordable MiniDV cassette for

recording video and audio.

Operation : Operation stops. Remedy : •

Input signals to the DV connector.

• Copy-guarded signals cannot be recorded.

Lights when the lithium battery for backup of time code generator and date/time data is exhausted.

Operation : Continues. Remedy : Replace with a new lithium battery.

See page 36.

Remaining tape time

* About 2 minutes before tape end. (The TALLY

Operation : Continues.

lamp and alarm sound are activated only in

REMAIN

the record mode.)

Remaining battery power

E BATT

* When the tape has ended completely.

When the remaining battery capacity is low.

When the battery capacity drops to an insufficient level.

Operation : Stops.

Operation : Continues. Remedy : Replace battery pack early.

Operation : Stops automatically. The camera may generate abnormal signals. This is not a malfunction.

14. OTHERS

VTR WARNING (SERVO)

VTR WARNING (DEW)

VTR WARNING (HEAD)

TAPE NEAR END

TAPE END

REMAIN

E BATT

LCD Display

Alarm Indications Viewfinder

WARNING

Indicator

TALLY

Lamp

Alarm Tone

WARNING Lamp

On Screen Display

REC Lamp BATT. Lamp

"DEW" indicator

"SERVO" indicator "SYnc inh" indicator

"RF" indicator "HEAd CLoG" indicator

"Li" indicator

Remaining tape time

(In record mode only)

About 2 min. before tape end.

Remaining battery power

(Except for play

/search mode)

(Only during the interval from when the VTR trigger

button is pressed and until recording starts.)

The voltage display of status screen 1 will flash.

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

Alarm Indications (Cont'd)

Depending on the alarm conditions, the warning indicators in the LCD display, the WARNING indicator, the TALLY lamp, alarm tones and the viewfinder appear as shown in the following table.

Viewfinder

VTR WARNING (SERVO)

On Screen Display

BATT

ALARM

REC

REC lampBATT lamp

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

WARNINGS IN VIEWFINDER

°Viewfinder Warning Lamps

1. 2.

Battery lamp REC/ALARM lamp

BATTERY lamp This red lamp lights under the following circumstance.

Lights red : • When the battery voltage becomes too low

REC/ALARM lamp

This lamp lights or blinks green under the following conditions.

Lights Green : • While recording Blinks Green : • During the interval where the unit

 Character display warnings:

TAPE NEAR END : Less than 3 minutes tape remaining. TAPE END : The tape has run out.

BATT

for the camera to operate.

switches from record-pause to record mode.

• Immediately before the tape runs out or has run out.

• If the unit malfunctions.

ALARM

REC

• VTR WARNING (HEAD):

Lights in case of video head clogging. (Head clogging is detected and indicated during playback and recording check using the RET button on the lens section.)

• VTR WARNING (SERVO):

Lights in the case of drum servo trouble during recording.

• VTR WARNING (DEW):

Lights when condensation occurs in the unit.

• VTR WARNING (STOP):

Lights in case the unit stops operating.

• VTR WARNING (HARD):

Lights when abnormality occurs in the unit.

• VTR WARNING (REW):

Lights when abnormality occurs with tape rewind operation.

• CLOSE CASSETTE COVER:

Lights when the cassette cover has not been closed.

• REC INHIBIT:

Indicated when an unrecordable videocassette (the switch on the back of the cassette is set to SAVE) is loaded. Displayed when copy-guarded IEEE1394 signals are inputted.

• NO TAPE:

Lights when the VTR trigger button is pressed with no videocassette loaded.

 Warnings on the White Balance Function

 Function Failures

When an abnormality occurs in the unit or an improper operation is performed, one of the following warning messages will appear in the viewfinder.

VTR WARN ING(HEAD)

• AUTO WHITE A, B NG: OBJECT

• AUTO WHITE A, B ERROR: LOW LIGHT

• AUTO WHITE A, B ERROR: OVER LIGHT

AUTO WH I TE A

NG:OBJECT

Status 0 or Status 1 mode

Improper object.

• Check whether the object being shot is white enough.

• Check that selected filter suits the illumination conditions.

Amount of incident light insufficient.

• Check to see if it is necessary to increase illumination or perform iris adjustment.

Amount of incident light excessive.

• Check to see if illumination and iris adjustment are appropriate.

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

In the case of troubles occurring during operation of the GY-DV550, it performs a self-test to identify the cause and displays the result in the form of an error code. The error code consists of the "main code" which indicates its contents and the "sub-code" which indicates the details. Depending on the status of the GY-DV550 at this time, indications may also appear on the LCD display, the WARNING indicator may activate and the alarm tone may be generated. In the viewfinder, the "VTR WARNING (DEW)" indication appears when condensation is detected, and the "VTR WARNING (STOP)", "VTR WARNING (HARD)" or "VTR WARNING (REW)" indication appears depending on the contents of the error code when some of the other error codes are displayed.

WARNING indicator

TALLY lamp

VTR WARNING (HARD)

VTR WARNING (DEW)

FILTER

3200k

5600k+1/8ND

5600k+1/64ND

SHUTTER STATUS

AUTO IRIS

VTR

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

CH-1

ALARM

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

STRETCH

BACK L NORMAL

NORMAL

SPOT L

COMPRESS

WHT.BA

UTP

AIN

OPERATE

ON OFF

MIX

CH-2

MONITOR

AUDIO

CH-1

LEVEL

CH-2

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2

AUTO MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

LIGHT

MODE

OFF

VTR

INCOM

COUNTER

CTL

MIC

CARBON

DYNAMIC

INCOM

MIC

LEVEL

FRONT REAR

OFF

CALL

OFFRM

DC IN /BATT.

POWER

TALLY lamp

EARPHONE

ALARM

tone

Auto-OFF indicator:

Lights depending on the error code. When this indicator lights, the GY-DV550 will automatically stop operation or eject the cassette. The GY-DV550 does not accept any operation.

AUTO OFF DEW

Dew condensation indicator

Main code

Sub-code

WARNING indicator Alarm Tone Display GY-DV550 Operation

Red, blinking

Continuous "Error code" • Automatically ejects the cassette. It can be inserted again.

"Error code"

• Automatically stops operation or ejects the cassette. plus "AUTO OFF"

Red, blinking

Intermittent "DEW " • Dew condensation inside the unit.

* In the Auto OFF status, it is impossible to operate the GY-

DV550. This condition can be cancelled by switching the OPERATE switch OFF and then switching it ON again. If the same problem occurs again after the power is turned ON, there may be something wrong with the GY-DV550. Please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

* If the display operates abnormally, Press the RESET switch

inside the lithium battery case, and then set the OPERATE switch to ON again. (☞ See page 36) Please note that pressing the RESET switch will also reset the time code data and time and date data.

(Auto OFF) * The GY-DV550 does not accept any operation.

The GY-DV550 does not accept any operation until the DEW indicator disappears from the display.

The GY-DV550 is a microcomputer-controlled piece of equipment, which may malfunction due to external noise or interference. In this case, set the OPERATE switch to OFF, remove the lithium backup battery, and then set the OPERATE switch to ON again after a few minutes.

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS

Error Code

3200 Tape loading impossible. Operation stops. All operations

3300 Tape unloading impossible.

4100 Irregular eject operation. Operation stops. All operations

4200

5605 Tape is cut. Operation stops. All operations

5606 to 5607 Tape is slack. Operation stops. All operations

5702 Tape end sensor error. Operation stops. All operations

5802 Tape beginning sensor error. Operation stops. All operations

7001 Drum rotation stopped. Operation stops. All operations

Cassette housing abnormality. Operation stops. All operations

Error Details GY-DV550 Operation Remedy

are rejected.

Operation stops. All operations are rejected.

are rejected.

Switch the power OFF and then switch it back ON. However, the tape may be damaged depending on the situation. Please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVCauthorized service agent.

Open the cassette cover by using the EJECT switch and then switch the power ON again.

7101 Capstan rotation stopped. Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

7202 to 7203 Supply reel rotation error. Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

7302 to 7303 Take up reel rotation error. Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

7305 Irregular tape winding when

unloading.

Operation stops. All operations are rejected.

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