JVC GY DV500 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

CONTROLS,

INDICATORS AND

CONNECTORS

BASIC SYSTEM

CONNECTIONS AND

ADJUSTMENTS

POWER SUPPLY

PREPARATIONS

PrecautionsForUseoftheDVConnector

Be sure to follow the procedure outlined below when connecting.

1. Turn ON the GY-DV500 and the equipment to be connected.

2. Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT.

3. Insert the videocassette.

SETTING AND

ADJUSTMENTS

BEFORE SHOOTING

4. Connect the DV cable.

(If the procedure is performed in incorrect order, noise may appear in the recording and playback picture and the

sound may fall out. If this occurs, disconnect the DV cable and then connect it again following steps

aboveprocedure.)

of the

SHOOTING

OPERATION

DV CAMCORDER

When recording the GY-DV500 playback picture using another component with DV

connector, such as a non-linear editing controller, be sure to set the VCR Setup

Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT to IEEE1394.

(If the INPUT SELECT item is set to CAMERA, be sure to perform steps 1to 4of the above procedure.)

PLAYBACK MODE

INSTRUCTIONS

When making a backup recording on another component via the DV connector while

recording with the GY-DV500, be sure to set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126

INPUT SELECT to CAMERA.

GY-DV500

TIME CODE

OPERATION

(If the INPUT SELECT item is set to IEEE1394, be sure to perform steps

of the above procedure.)

S.S.F. (Super Scene

Finder)

USING EXTERNAL

COMPONENTS

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SETUP MENU

Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape

FEATURES OF THE

CAMERA SECTION

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 four times.

OTHERS

One time: One tape transport from the start of the rewound tape to the end of the tape.

■ Use the following chart as a guide for periodical head cleaning.

Operating

environment

Low temperature

0˚C to 10˚C

Room temperature

10˚C to 35˚C

High temperature

35˚C to 40˚C

Yardstick for use

of cleaning tape

1 to 2 times

every 5 hours

1 to 2 times

every 20 to 30 hours

1 to 2 times

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.

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

Note 2) When 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.

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating

This instructions attached to service

manual is different from that which is

provided the GY-DV500.

Note 3) Use the cleaning tape in the room temperature (10˚C to 35˚C).

SC96934-001

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.

This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper.

Precautions when writing S.S.F. data

Model No. GY-DV500

Serial No.

SC96874 : U-ver.

SC96875 : E-ver.

When S.S.F. data stored in the memory of the GY-DV500 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.

Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV500.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

BASIC OPERATIONS

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

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This unit records and plays back in the SP mode.

Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible.

In the case of important recordings, do not record within

the first 2 to 3 minutes from the beginning of the tape.

Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a

test recording and confirm that both video and audio are

recorded correctly.

Recorded video and audio contents are for private use.

Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.

JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the

impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or

audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the

videocassette.

5. PREPARATIONS

This unit is a MiniDV video system format camcorder.

Videocassettes which are not marked with the MiniDV

symbol cannot be used with this unit.

5-1 Turning the Power ON .............................................. 39

5-2 Cassette Loading and Unloading ............................. 40

5-3 Setting the Date and Time........................................ 41

1. INTRODUCTION

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

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

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

1-4 Videocassette to be Used .......................................... 8

1-5 Battery Pack to be Used ............................................ 9

1-6 Condensation ............................................................. 9

1-7 Characteristic CCD Phenomena ................................ 9

The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded

on other units (including another GY-DV500) are recorded

or played back on this camcorder.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE

SHOOTING

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The transient section between scenes recorded on other

units and those recorded on this unit may appear

disturbed.

6-1 Camera Settings ...................................................... 42

6-2 Viewfinder Adjustment ............................................. 43

6-3 External Monitor Adjustment .................................... 43

6-4 Back FocusAdjustment ............................................ 44

6-5 White Balance Adjustment ....................................... 45

• White Balance Adjustment ..................................... 45

• Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW)..................... 45

6-6 Switch Settings of the VCR Section ......................... 46

6-7 Audio Input Signal Selection .................................... 47

6-8 Recording Level Adjustment .................................... 48

6-9 MonitoringAudio during Recording .......................... 49

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Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

errors.

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

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

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

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

2-5 Rear Section ............................................................ 20

2-6 Counter Display Contents ........................................ 22

2-7 Lens (optional) ......................................................... 23

2-8 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional)................................... 24

2-9 Indications in Viewfinder........................................... 25

• Warning LED Indicators Inside the Viewfinder ....... 25

• Viewfinder Screen Display ..................................... 25

MAIN FEATURES

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Compact, lightweight design

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Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit

Employment of magnesium die cast has resulted in an

operation-condition weight as low as approximately 5 kg

including lens, viewfinder, battery, and cassette.

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.

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

DV high-quality digital format

7-1 Basic Recording Operation ...................................... 50

7-2 VCR Save Mode....................................................... 52

7-3 If Unit is Left in Record-Pause (Standby) Mode ....... 52

7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Pause Mode

(Recording Check Function) .................................... 53

The 4:1:1 (U-ver.), 4:2:0 (E-ver.), 8-bit, 25 Mbps component

digital processing of the format ensures recording and

playback with high picture quality.

Safety Zone indication in viewfinder

Three types of safety zone indicator functions provided.

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Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder

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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.

PREPARATIONS

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND

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.

8. PLAYBACK MODE

Concentrated LCD display (back-lit)

ADJUSTMENTS

8-1 Playback Procedure ................................................. 54

8-2 Fast-Forward, Rewind .............................................. 55

8-3 Search...................................................................... 55

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.

3-1 Basic System ........................................................... 30

3-2 Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional) ......................... 31

3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder........................................... 31

3-4 Attaching the Microphone (provided) ....................... 32

3-5 Attaching the Microphone (optional) ........................ 32

3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (provided) ....................... 33

3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries .. 34

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

"5600 K + ND" provided.

Variable scan shutter for U-ver.

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Time code reader/generator

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.

APPLICATION

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

SMPTE (U-ver.), EBU (E-ver.) time code and user's bits.

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

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AEF (Automatic Edit Function) enables neat switching

between recorded scenes.

9-1 Displaying Time Code .............................................. 56

9-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code .................. 56

• Time Code Presetting Procedure........................... 57

• Presetting User's Bit Data...................................... 57

9-3 Recording Time Codes in Continuation of

Time Codes Recorded on Tape ............................... 58

9-4 Reproducing Time Codes......................................... 59

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Variable scan shutter for E-ver.

Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than

PAL, such as computer monitor screens.

Copes with the range from 50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz.

4. POWER SUPPLY

4-1 AC Operation ........................................................... 35

4-2 Battery Pack Operation ............................................ 35

• Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack ............. 36

• Using an Anton-Bauer Battery Pack ...................... 37

• Remaining Battery Power Display/Precautions for

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.

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.

the Battery Pack..................................................... 38

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Rec check function for convenient recording review

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

picture

Three 1/2" CCDs with 380,000 (U-ver.), 440,000 (E-ver.)

effective pixels employed. Digital signal processing for

reproduction of DV high-quality picture.

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

Enables memorization of the start point and ending point of

each scene or memorization of CUE points.

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

10-1 Explanation of the S.S.F. Function ........................... 60

10-2 How to Use the S.S.F. Function ................................ 61

10-3 Deleting S.S.F. Data ................................................. 62

10-4 Resetting S.S.F. Data ............................................... 62

10-5 Writing S.S.F. Data to Tape....................................... 63

10-6 Outputting S.S.F. Data.............................................. 63

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1/2" bayonet type lens

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

External sync input connector

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Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux

2000 lx standard sensitivity increased to F/11 while high S/N

is retained. Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination

eliminating the need for extra illumination.

Built-in color bar (SMPTE type for U-ver., EBU type for E-

ver.)

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Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected

by dial.

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.

1. INTRODUCTION

1-2 Precautions for Proper Use

1-1 Main Unit Configuration

11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

11-1 Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector 64

11-2 Connecting a PC ...................................................... 65

The GY-DV500 configuration is as shown below.

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Supply voltage

●

Setup level (NTSC only)

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.

The video signal of the unit's video output is provided with a

setup level when shipped from the factory. If you want to turn

OFF the setup level, please consult the person in charge of

professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized

service agent. The setup level is never attached to the video

signal recorded on the tape.

12. SETUP MENU

Allowable ambient temperature and humidity

12-1 VCR Setup Menu ..................................................... 66

• VCR Setup Menu Configuration ............................. 66

• Displaying and Setting VCR Setup Menus............. 67

• VCR Setup Menu Contents .................................... 68

12-2 Camera Menu Screen Flow ..................................... 70

12-3 How to Select from the Camera Menu ..................... 71

12-4 VF Display Screen ................................................... 72

12-5 OPERATION Screen ................................................ 73

12-6 PROCESS Screen ................................................... 74

12-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen ............................... 75

12-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen ................................ 75

12-9 FILE MANAGE Screen............................................. 76

12-10SETUP Screen ......................................................... 77

12-11 Resetting of Camera Menu Setting Values .............. 78

Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature range

of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of 30% to 80%. Using

the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable

ranges could result not only in malfunction but the impact on

the CCD elements could be serious as small white spots

may be generated. When storing the GY-DV500 for a long

time, the storage temperatures should be -20°C to 60°C.

OPERATE/WARNING

Use the unit in an upright position.

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate,

adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on

circumstances the tape may also be damaged.

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

ALARM

5600k

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

●

Vibrations

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

Colors may fail to appear during VCR playback in locations

subjected to vibrations.

NORMAL

COMPRESS

●

Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism

Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism,

for example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor,

etc., the picture may contain noise and the colors may be

incorrect.

Precautions for transportation

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

POWER

OFF

●

Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit.

Do not insert an object other than a videocassette in the

cassette insertion slot. Be sure to close the cassette cover

when the unit is not to be used for a long period

●

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.

Camcorder (GY-DV500)

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

●

Do not set the POWER switch to OFF or remove the power

cable during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape may

be damaged.

13-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW)....................... 79

13-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment ................................... 80

• Adjustment of Lens Iris .......................................... 80

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.

2032

●

When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER switch

to OFF in order to reduce power consumption.

Lithium battery

•

Zebra Pattern Display during Manual Adjustment ...... 80

13-3 Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer Monitor 81

13-4 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment ................................... 82

• Gain Switching ....................................................... 82

• Gain Boost under LOLUX Condition ...................... 82

13-5 Switch Setup According to Illumination and Subject 83

• Switch Functions .................................................... 83

• Full Auto Shooting (FAS) Function......................... 83

13-6 How to Use Skin Detail ............................................ 84

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.

Microphone

Head cleaning tape

●

Protect the unit from being splashed with water (especially

when shooting in the rain).

●

The camera may be unstable in the period immediately after

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

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.

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

GY-DV500 automatically enters the STOP mode. If this

happens, remove the videocassette so that the unit returns

to its normal state. (U-ver.)

●

Protect the unit against penetration of dust when using it in a

place subject to sandy dust.

OTHERS

Tripod base

Optical performance of lens

14. OTHERS

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If a tape containing recorded NTSC signals is played back,

the GY-DV500 automatically enters the STOP mode. If this

happens, remove the videocassette so that the unit returns

to its normal state. (E-ver.)

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.

14-1 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 86

• Alarm Indications ................................................... 86

• Warnings in Viewfinder........................................... 88

• Troubles with Error Code Outputs .......................... 90

• Troubles without Error Code Outputs ..................... 91

14-2 Hour Meter Display .................................................. 92

14-3 Specifications ........................................................... 93

• Optional Accessories ............................................. 94

• External Dimensions .............................................. 94

CAUTION :

●

The front base mount may be locked while the pin of the

tripod base is not inserted into the hole on the rear base

mount of the unit. Therefore, after mounting, make sure

that these parts are engaged properly.

When moving the GY-DV500 mounted on a tripod, any

impact or vibration should be avoided as this may cause

the unit to become detached and to drop from the tripod.

Be sure to remove the unit from the tripod before

transporting it.

●

Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching between

the playback picture and the EE picture.

CAUTION :

●

Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at the sun or other strong light source.

• Eye damage could result.

• If the lens or viewfinder is left pointed at the sun, rays may collect inside the unit and cause damage or a fire.

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

1. INTRODUCTION

1-3 Routine and Periodical Maintenance

1-5 Battery Pack to be Used

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

* An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be connected directly

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

holder.

The GY-DV500 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which will collect dirt, wear out and deteriorate as the unit is used. On the

other hand, when the unit has been used for a long period in a normal environment, the heads, drums and tape transport mechanisms

also collect dirt deposited on them. Furthermore, dust which penetrates the inside of the VCR section especially during outdoor use

will promote the wear and deterioration of mechanical parts by causing poor contact between tape and heads or failing to maintain

the video and audio quality at high levels. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using a head cleaning tape

as routine maintenance. However, cleaning with a head cleaning tape alone is not enough for cleaning the entire tape transport

mechanism, it is also recommended to apply periodical maintenance (inspection) to prevent troubles that may be caused by the

sudden occurrence of failure. As the replacement, adjustment and servicing of parts require advanced skill and equipment, please

consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

●

Flat shape type

Anton-Bauer battery pack: Trimpack 13/14 Series

Magnum 13/14 Series

Compack 13/14 Series

Propack 13/14 Series

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Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27

For details on how to mount the battery holder, see page

37.

To display the remaining battery power accurately, set the

VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 BATTERY TYPE according

to the type of the battery pack in use. (See page 69)

Head Cleaning

Periodical Maintenance

Contents : Check or replace the following mechanical parts

according to the running time.

●

To maintain beautiful pictures and sound, be sure to use a

head cleaning tape to clean the head periodically. (Read the

separate sheet “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape”.)

If head cleaning is not performed periodically, a type of mosaic

noise called block noise may appear in the picture or sound

may be interrupted.

Running Time

500H

1000 H

1500H

2000H

1-6 Condensation

Drum ass’y (including heads)

Head cleaner

Tape guides & rollers

Rotary encoder

Belts & gears

⅜

ଁ

⅜

–

⅜

ⅷ

ଁ

ⅷ

⅜

ଁ

–

ⅷ

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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.

●

When condensation occurs in this unit, the DEW indicator

on the display lights up, and the WARNING LED blinks red.

(See page 86)

To remedy, leave the unit with the power ON and wait until

the WARNING LED stops blinking red and the DEW indicator

disappears from the counter display.

ଁ

Drive parts

⅜

ଁ

⅜: Clean, check and adjust.

ଁ: Clean and check. Replace as required.

ⅷ: Replace.

Condensation occurs in the following cases:

Block Noise

• The maintenance contents vary depending on the operating

environment and method. Therefore, the above data should be

considered as a reference.

•

When the unit is suddenly

moved from a cold place to a

warm place.

●

Use the provided head cleaning tape. Do not use head

cleaning tapes other than specified. For instructions on how

to use the head cleaning tape and precautions for its use,

read the separate sheet “Precautions for Use of Head

Cleaning Tape”.

When dirt adheres to the heads of the GY-DV500, the

following indications appear during playback and recording

check using the RET button on the lens section.

• “RF” appears on the display panel.

• “HEAD CLOG” appears on the counter display.

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

● If this kind of indication appears, please stop the recording.

Head cleaning is required. This indicator disappears when the

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

DEW

indicator

Head drum

OPERATE/WARNING

OVER

CH 1

AUTO OFF DEW

•

When a room heater has just

started or when the unit is

exposed directly to cold air from

an air conditioner.

Time management

40 30

OVER

CH 2

The accumulated running time of the unit can be confirmed

with the hour meter display (which shows the accumulated drum

running time). For details, see "HOUR METER DISPLAY" on

page 92.

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

AUD LOCK

Video tape

•

When the unit is placed in a very

humid place.

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.

Do not leave the videocassette inserted when moving the

camera under conditions where the temperature

environment changes.

back.

"RF" indicator

OVER

CH 1

40 30

1-7 Characteristic CCD Phenomena

OVER

CH 2

32k

48k

Smear and Blooming

Moire or Aliasing

Shooting stripes or fine patterns may cause a jagged effect or

a banding in fine mesh patterns.

AUD LOCK

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.

"HEAD CLOG" indicator

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.

1-4 Videocassette to be Used

● Use JVC’s videocassette tapes marked with MiniDV for

this unit.

● 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.

● Videocassette tapes marked MiniDV are provided with

a switch on the back for use in preventing accidental

erasure.

Smear

● Slide the switch to SAVE to protect the required recording

in the tape from being overwritten.

(Vertical pale streaking

appearing at high

luminous object)

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

Switch

High luminous object

● After a videocassette tape has been used repeatedly,

it becomes unable to maintain full performance due to

an increase in noise caused by dropouts, etc. Do not

continue to use a dirty or damaged tape, as this will

reduce the rotary head life.

(Electric light, sunlight, etc.)

REC

Blooming

(Blurring in highlight)

SAVE

Monitor screen

● Note that if an ME80 videocassette is used at low

temperatures, block noise tends to occur due to head

contamination.

For servicing

→ See the service manual page 2-7“2.4.3 Cleaning”.

For the part No. of cleaning tape, see section “7.1 PACKING” on this service manual.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-1 Front Section

2-1 Front Section (Cont’d)

ACCU-FOCUS:

[LENS] Lens control connector

Connect 12-pin lens control cable from lens.

•

When this switch is set to "ACCU FOCUS" in the lower

position, the lens iris will be forced to open for

approximately ten seconds.

The depth of field can be reduced and the lens focusing

can be adjusted more accurately.

Pin No.

Function

Pin No.

Function

•

RET switch

VCR trigger

IRIS position

IRIS A/R INPUT

EXTENDER position

ZOOM position

—

GND

CAUTION:

Lens AUTO/MANU control

IRIS control

•

As the automatic shutter is activated here, flicker may

appear on the screen depending on the lighting

conditions (such as a fluorescent lamp, etc.)

This operation is not possible in the LOLUX mode.

+12V DC

—

[ZEBRA] Switch

[TAKE] button

When this switch is ON, a zebra pattern is superimposed

on the viewfinder areas having video levels with a luminance

level of 70% to 80%. This pattern can be used as a reference

for manual adjustment of the lens iris.

* The zebra patterns are only displayed on the viewfinder

screen. The zebra patterns are not generated for the

MONITOR OUT or Y/C OUT output.

The Super Scene Finder (S.S.F.) function retains the time

code data for IN point and OUT point or CUE point in the

unit's memory.

ꢀ See “S.S.F. Function on” page 60.

^OFFZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

AUTO

WHITE

Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever

Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring anticlockwise

ACCU

FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

TAKE

to release lens.

To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and

then turn the ring clockwise until firm.

ꢀ See "Zebra Pattern during ManualAdjustment" on page

80.

• The default value is 70% - 80%. The luminance level can

be changed with the ZEBRA setting in the VF DISPLAY

Menu screen.

ꢀ See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 31.

[FILTER] Color temperature conversion filter

Viewfinder mount base, sliding securing ring

Mount the viewfinder on the base and secure it using the

ꢀ See "ZEBRA" item on page 72.

control knob

This knob changes the internal color temperature filter.

ꢀ See "Camera Settings" on page 42.

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.

sliding securing ring.

ꢀ See "Attaching the Viewfinder" on page 31.

[VF] Viewfinder connector (6-pin)

Connect the cable from the viewfinder here.

ꢀ See “How to Use Skin Detail” on page 84.

•

The Skin Detail color tone areas are not indicated while

the VTR playback picture is shown in the viewfinder.

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

Balanced 3-pin connector for camera microphone.

•

When the camera microphone to be connected is a

phantom microphone or other type of microphone, set

the CAM MIC 48V item on the Camera Setup menu. See

page 77.

[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.)

•

When using a microphone with this connector, set the

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

^{AUDIO INPUT switches}7 8 ^{on page 14 to FRONT in}

accordance with the audio channel (CH1 or CH2) to be

recorded.

Adjusts the recording level of the CH1 audio signal input.

Normally, the camera is used with the control set to the

maximum (10) position.

ꢀ See page 14.

•

To use this control, set the VCR Setup Menu item No.

246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE to "ENABLE".

Pin No.

Function

GND

Note:

Even when the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 is set to

DISABLE, the recording level changes slightly when this

control is turned.

HOT

COLD

[AUTOWHITE./ACCU FOCUS] switch

AUTO WHITE:

CAUTION:

●

The provided microphone is a phantom microphone.

Please confirm that the CAM MIC 48 V item on the

Camera SETUP Menu is set to “ON”.

When using a microphone other than a phantom

microphone, first set the CAM MIC 48 V item to “OFF”

before connecting the microphone. Otherwise the

microphone may be damaged.

•

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

of the image.

Setting this switch to the upper position ("AUTO WHT")

will provide automatic adjustment for white balance.

●

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

auto white balance and color bar modes.

ꢀ See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 45.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section

[Camera Setting Section]

2-2 Right Side Section [Camera Setting Section]

[AUTO IRIS] Auto iris level switch

[WHT.BAL] White balance switch

This switch selects the automatic iris adjustment

reference value according to the condition in which the

camera is used.

Three white balance modes are selectable with this switch.

: If white balance is performed with the

switch in this position, it will be

memorised into B.

: If white balance is performed with the

switch in this position, it will be

memorised intoA.

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

BACK. L : Under back light (Opens the iris about 1

MONITOR

SELECT

step from the standard level.)

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

NORMAL: Normal condition

5600k+ND

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

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

from the standard level.)

PRST (PRESET) : Anon-erasable white balance setting at

3200K.

ꢀ See "SWITCH FUNCTIONS" on page 83.

•

FAW (Full-time Auto White) mode can be set to A, B or

PRESET with the OPERATION MENU (see page 73).

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

[GAIN] switch

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

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)

In the FAW mode, video color temperatures are constantly

sampled for automatic adjustment to a proper white

balance.

NORMAL

COMPRESS

[NG] button

: 0 dB (no boosting is applied)

POWER

M : 9 dB (boosted to approximately 3 times the original)

Pressing this button while recording or in the record-pause

mode deletes the S.S.F. data stored in the memory of the

GY-DV500 with the S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function.

This function is only valid in the MARK mode.

OFF

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

•

The boosting level for each switch position can be

changed with the OPERATION menu screen. (ꢀSee

page 73.)

The more the boosting level is increased, the more the

resulting image will be noisy.

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

[POWER] switch

[ALARM] Volume control

[LOLUX] LOLUX On/Off button

This button toggles the LOLUX mode on and off.

Turn the power ON and OFF with this switch.

When this switch set to ON while a videocassette is loaded,

the GY-DV500 status differs depending on the setting of

the VTR (SAVE/STBY) switch

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-

DV500.

Turn this control anticlockwise to reduce the volume. Setting

this control to the minimum position mutes the alarm tone.

[VTR SAVE/STBY] switch

•

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).

Used to select the status of the GY-DV500 when the

power is turned ON and a videocassette is loaded.

STBY: The GY-DV500 is in the standby mode.

When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the

GY-DV500 enters the record-pause mode.

•

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

[MONITOR] Audio monitor volume control

•

The status of the GY-DV500 is displayed on the Status

screen 1 in the viewfinder.

Adjusts the volume of the monitoring loudspeaker and

earphone. The audio is muted when this control is set to

the minimum position.

[OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch

ꢀ See "GAIN BOOST UNDER LOLUX CONDITION" on

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.

page 82.

[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.

[BLACK] Black stretch/black compression switch

CAM. AUTO KNEE ON:

Outputs the video signal from the shooting

camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is

available.

Switches the gain for the dark section of the image.

Set to an appropriate position depending on the video signal

to be shot.

CAM. AUTO KNEE OFF:

ꢀ See "Status Screens" on page 25.

STRETCH

By stretching the signal only for the dark

section, contrast in the dark portion of the

image is enhanced.

Outputs the video signal from the shooting

camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is

not available.

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.

NORMAL

COMPRESS

Standard mode.

BARS: 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 an entire image is relatively light and

the contrast is low, the gain of the dark

section is compressed to increase the

contrast.

ꢀ See “How to Select from the Camera Menu” on page 71.

AUTO KNEE function

[SHUTTER/MENU] dial

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.

•

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.

[FULL AUTO] Full auto shooting ON/OFF button

and indicator

•

This switch toggles the full auto shooting function on and

off.

•

The indicator lights when in the full auto mode.

Full auto shooting combines the auto iris, auto level control

(ALC) to automatically adjust the video signal level and

the white balance to their optimum levels.

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

switch of the lens is in manual.

The gain will vary continuously to the maximum of +12 dB.

The shutter speed will vary continuously to the minimum

of 1/240 of a second.

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 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.

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.

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

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

For servicing

→

Even during FAS operation,the priority setting for the audio recording level

is“CH1/CH2 AUDIO SELECT”.

For servicing

When replacing the Lithium Battery, see page 41 “Setting the Date and

Time” and then set the date and time as described therein.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd)

[Audio Setting Section]

[VCR Setup Block]

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

CH-1

CH-2

OPERATE/WARNING

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

MANUAL

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

OFF

AUTO

AUDIO SELECT

MONITOR

SELECT

MANUAL

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

AUDIO INPUT

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

3200k

ALARM

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

5600k

5600k+ND

CH-1

CH-2

5600k+ND

FRONT

REAR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

FRONT

REAR

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

NORMAL

COMPRESS

POWER

OFF

Monitoring loudspeaker

[CH-1 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch

[MENU] button

[CONTINUE] button

•

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

This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the

recording level of the CH-1 audio channel.

AUTO : The recording level is held at the reference level

even when sounds greater than the reference

level are input.

The recording level does not increase when the

input level is low.

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

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.

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.

MONITOR SELECT switch

ꢀ

See “About the Scene End Cue Up Function” on page 63.

•

The loudspeaker volume can be adjusted with the

MONITOR volume control on page 12.

The audio from the loudspeaker is not output when an

earphone is plugged into the EARPHONE jack on page

20. The warning alarm tones are also output through this

loudspeaker.

TIME CODE GENERATOR setting switches

[HOLD/GROUP] button

1 AUDIO LEVEL control or the CH-1 AUDIO

[PRESET/REGEN] switch

Toggles the time code generator mode between PRESET

and REGEN.

•

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.

LEVEL control on page 10.

To use the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 recording level

control on the front section, set the VCR Setup

Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE

to “ENABLE”.

ꢀ See “ALARM INDICATIONS” on pages 86.

PRESET: Preset mode. Set to this position when newly

presetting and recording the time code.

REGEN : Regeneration mode, in which the unit reads

existing time codes on the tape and records time

codes in continuation of the existing ones. Set to

this position when you want to add additional time

codes to time codes already recorded on the

tape.

[CH1 AUDIO LEVEL] CH1 recording level control

Adjust the recording level of the CH1 audio channel with

this control.

•

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

menu group.

[CH-2 AUDIO SELECT] selector switch

•

To use this control, set the CH1 AUDIO SELECT switch

5 to “MANUAL”.

This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the

recording level of the CH-2 audio channel.

AUTO : The recording level is held at the reference level

even when sounds greater than the reference

level are input.

The recording level does not increase when the

input level is low.

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

This control works regardless of the setting of the VCR

Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE.

To use this control, set theAUDIO LEVEL CH-1 recording

level control (7 on page 10) on the front section to the

maximum (10) position, or set the VCR Setup Menu item

No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE to “DISABLE”.

[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.

[REC/FREE] run switch

Selects the time code running mode while the time code

generator is in preset mode. This switch is not effective in

the REGEN mode.

•

[CH2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH2 recording level control

Adjust the recording level of the CH2 audio channel with

this control.

2 AUDIO LEVEL control

[ADVANCE/SELECT] button

REC

: The time code runs only during recording. This

position allows you to record continuous time

codes when recording scenes one after another.

•

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.

[CH-1 AUDIO INPUT] selector switch

This switch is used to select the input section of the CH1

audio channel.

FRONT : The sound from the MIC IN connector on the

front side section is input.

•

This control is valid only when the CH2 AUDIO SELECT

FREE : The time code runs permanently.

* If this position is used when recording scenes one after

another, the time codes become discontinuous at the

change points between scenes.

switch is set to "MANUAL".

•

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

[MONITOR SELECT] audio monitor selector

value of a menu item.

switch

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

on the rear side section is input.

[PRESET/DATA SET] button

This switch is used to select the monitor sound output from

the MONITORING LOUDSPEAKER

EARPHONE jack 2 on page 20.

CH-1 : The CH1 channel audio is output.

MIX : CH1 and CH2 channel audio are output mixed.

CH-2 : The CH2 channel audio is output.

Lithium Battery Installation Compartment

•

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.

or via the

Install a lithium battery (CR2032) in this compartment. The

battery is used for the backup of the time code. The GY-

DV500 is delivered without the battery installed.

The provided lithium battery is for test use. It is recommended

to install a new lithium battery. A new lithium battery can

power the backup for about one year. See "Inserting and

Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries" on page 34.

[CH-2 AUDIO INPUT] selector switch

This switch is used to select the input section of the CH2

audio channel.

FRONT : The sound from the MIC IN connector on the

front side section is input.

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

on the rear side section is input.

•

For details of the presetting of time code or user's

bit, see page 56.

For details on the setup menus, see page 67.

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.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd)

[VCR Display Section]

Warning indicators

Ⅲ [AUTO OFF] indicator

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

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

indicator also lights if condensation occurs.

ꢀ See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS"

on page 90.

Tape transport direction indicators

One of the indicators lights according to the

tape transport direction.

is displayed in the record-pause

mode and in the still picture mode.

REV FWD

2 1

Remaining Battery Power Display

The 7-dot segment bar display shows the remaining battery

power.

* To display the remaining battery power accurately, set

the VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 BATTERY TYPE

according to the type of the battery pack in use.

ꢀ See "Remaining Battery Power Display" on page 22.

OVER

CH 1

AUTO OFF DEW

Ⅲ [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.

OPERATE/WARNING

40 30

LIGHT

RESET

OVER SERVO RF L i

CH 2

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

3200k

ALARM

5600k

5600k+ND

AUD LOCK

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

BATT

REMAIN

REV FWD

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

Counter display

Ⅲ [SERVO] indicator

• 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.

Lights in the case of trouble with the drum servo during

recording to indicate that normal recording is not being

accomplished.

POWER

OFF

• Displays the VCR setup menu data when the GY-DV500

is in the VCR setup menu mode by pressing the MENU

Ⅲ [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.

button on page 15. The VCR setup menu includes the

hour meter (accumulated drum operating time).

• This section shows an error code when an abnormal

condition occurs with the unit.

ꢀ See "Counter Display Contents" on page 22.

ꢀ See "TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS"

on page 90.

Audio level meters

Show the audio input level of the CH-1 and CH-2 channels

in the record mode or EE mode.

In the playback mode, the meters show the playback audio

level.

"OVER" lights in case of excessive input.

CAUTION:

Immediately after the power is switched ON, the level

meters may fluctuate. This is not a malfunction.

[OPERATE/WARNING] indicator

Normally lights green.

Lights orange during the VTR SAVE (tape protect) mode.

This indicator lights or blinks in red in the case of a warning

condition related to the remaining tape time, remaining

battery power or other abnormal condition in the unit.

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

* Should this indicator light up, clean the head using the

provided head cleaning tape. For instructions on head

cleaning tape, read the separate sheet “Precautions for

Use of Head Cleaning Tape”.

Section for time code related indications

Ⅲ [PB] Time code playback indicator

Lights when the time code is in playback mode.

[RESET] button

Ⅲ [Li] Lithium battery indicator

•

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".

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 Bat-

teries" on page 34.

Ⅲ [NDF] Non-drop frame indicator (U-ver. only)

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.

32K/48K sampling frequency indication

Indicates whether audio recording or playback occurs with

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

[LIGHT] switch

Turns the illumination of the back-lit display ON or OFF.

ON : The display is illuminated.

OFF : The display is not illuminated.

(Keep this switch at OFF during battery operation of the

GY-DV500 or when it is required to reduce the power

consumption for some reason.)

• It never lights when the CTL counter is displayed.

•

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.

Ⅲ [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.

[AUD LOCK] indicator

Indicates whether the audio signal is locked to the video

signal during recording and playback.

ꢀ See “Displaying Time Code” on page 56.

Note:

When a videocassette is loaded and the VTR switch is

set to SAVE mode, the illumination will go out even if the

backlight is ON.

[MENU] indicator

Appears when the MENU button on page 15 is pressed

to select the VCR Setup Menu.

SP indicator

Indicates the tape speed in record mode.

[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 (Month, Day, Year) is displayed. (When the Menu

item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to “CLOCK”.)

ꢀ See “VCR Setup Menu Contents” on page 69.

Cassette indicator

Lights when the unit is loaded with a

videocassette. Blinks during ejection or tape

[REMAIN] indicator

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

For details, see page “Remaining Tape Time Display” on

page 22.

For servicing

See the service manual page 2-7“2.4.3 Cleaning”.

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For servicing

The protocol of VCR control is not included in this service

manual.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-4 Top Section

2-3 Left Side Section

PUSH

EJECT

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV500

PUSH OPEN

LOG

REW

STOP

PLAY

STILL

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

SYNC IN

TEST OUT

Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT

VTR

REMOTE

MIC IN

LENS

When used in a cold environment, the setting will be 3

minutes regardless of the setting on the VCR Setup Menu.

Memo:

[EJECT] switch

Cassette cover

•

The camera cannot be synchronized with a VCR

playback signal.

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.

Pressing the EJECT switch on top of the section opens this

cover so that a videocassette can be inserted or removed

from the unit. The cover can be locked automatically by

pushing and closing it.

* If the cassette cover is not closed, the GY-DV500 will

remain inoperative.

[REW] button

Press to rewind the tape.

When the power is switched ON while an external sync

signal is input, the screen moves in a vertical direction

for a few seconds. This is not a malfunction.

Only for the combined H (horizontal)/V (vertical)

synchronizing signal. Synchronization with the SC (sub-

carrier) of the input signal is not possible.

Even if SC adjustment is performed, a phase shift will

take place at the time of power on/off. The SC phase

must be adjusted each time the power is turned on.

Color frame synchronization is not possible.

If the external sync signal is disrupted during recording,

the “SYNC INH” (SYNC INHIBIT) indicator is displayed

on the counter display and recording stops.

•

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.

•

Operation cover

Open this cover when operating in the playback mode.

Otherwise, keep this cover closed.

•

Memo:

To prevent penetration of foreign objects into the unit,

do not leave the unit with the cassette cover open.

[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.

•

[FF] button

Press to fast forward tape.

[MONITOR OUT] monitor output connector (BNC)

•

Composite video signal output with setup (for U-ver.).

Composite video signal output (E-ver.).

An EE image or the playback image is output through the

VCR section.

•

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.

•

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.

•

An EE image is output during other modes than the

playback mode.

* Data for the Camera and VCR setup menus or time code

is not output.

[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

[VTR REMOTE] connector

[LOG] button

[Y/C OUT] connector (4P)

Separate YC video signal output connector.

Apart of the unit's functions can be controlled externally. To

remote control the unit using the control signal of this

connector, the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE

SELECT must be set to "RS232C".

•

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 (6 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)

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

Output connector for audio signals.

For details, please consult your JVC dealer.

•

Outputs the input audio signal in the record and stop

modes.

cold

Note:

environment, the setting will be 3 minutes regardless of

the setting on the VCR Setup Menu.

ꢀ See page 69.

•

When a cable is connected to the VTR REMOTE

connector, the VTR Setup Menu is not displayed in

the viewfinder. Make settings on the VTR Setup Menu

while the cable is not connected.

When a cable is connected to the VTR REMOTE

connector, the VCR operation mode will not be

displayed correctly on the Status 1 screen in the

viewfinder.

•

Outputs the playback audio signal in the playback mode.

Alarm sound is not output.

[TEST OUT] connector (BNC)

Composite video signal output connector.

Outputs the camera image.

[STILL] button

Press to enter the still picture mode during playback or in

the search mode.

When the still picture mode has continued for about 30

minutes, the unit automatically switches to the stop mode.

(Tape protect mode)

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

set to 3 or 30 minutes with the VCR Setup Menu item No.

307 LONG PAUSE TIME.

The FF button’s LED blinks during Scene End Cue Up.

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

CAUTION:

•

Only the EJECT switch and STOP button work during

recording.

If the cassette cover is open, all operations are

[SYNC.IN] connector (BNC)

For inputting the sync signal when the GY-DV500’s camera

image is synchronized with an external component.

rejected.

Microphone attachment holes

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

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

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-5 Rear Section

2-5 Rear Section (Cont'd)

Battery holder lock release knob

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

knob to open the cover.

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

3-pin)

PUSH

Connect the external audio equipment or microphone to

this connector. Set the CH-2 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC select

[BRAKER]

switch according to the connected equipment.

The braker trips when the power consumption exceeds the

capacity.

If the braker trips, confirm that the power consumption does

not exceed the wattage rating. Then press BRAKER before

turning the power ON again to put the camera in the

operating status.

If the unit still does not work normally, please consult the

person in charge of professional video equipment at your

nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

The audio signal input through this connector is recorded

on the CH-2 audio channel. To record the audio of this

connector, set the CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch on page

14 to "REAR".

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV500

Back tally lamp

This lamp lights up when the GY-DV500 enters the record

mode. It blinks during the transition to the record mode.

•

Use the VCR Setup Menu item No. 082 BACK TALLY

MODE to select whether or not the lamp should light and

the lighting pattern.

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

SYNC IN

TEST OUTPUT

Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT

ꢀ See "BACK TALLY MODE" on page 68.

VTR

REMOTE

CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2

TALLY

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

LINE

MIC

LINE

MIC

+48V

DC INPUT

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

switch

MIC

LEN

B R E A K E R

Selects the audio signal input to the

connector.

CH-1 AUDIO IN

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:

Bottom

[DV] connector

[DC INPUT] connector (XLR 4-pin)

Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with

DV connector can be connected here.

This connector is used for input and output of the DV signal

or to input the VCR control signal from the digital video

component with DV connector.

To record the DV signal from this connector, set the VCR

Setup Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECTto "IEEE1394".

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".

Power input connector for 12 V DC. Connect with the AA-

P250 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.

Set to this position when the microphone requiring

+48 V power supply (phantom microphone, etc.) is

connected.

This connector supplies +48 V DC current.

•

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

No.

Signal

GND

—

•

switch

Selects the audio signal input to the CH-2 AUDIO IN

connector

—

The setup level signal for the DV output connector is not

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:

+12V

provided. (NTSC only)

[EAR.] earphone jack

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

This is a stereo mini-jack for connecting an audio monitoring

earphone. Plug in an earphone or headphone with a 3.5

mm diameter plug. (Monaural mini jack)

The earphone can also be used to monitor alarm tones

depending on situations.

3-pin)

Set to this position when a microphone requiring +48

V power supply (phantom microphone, etc.) is

connected. This connector supplies +48 V DC

current.

Connect the external audio equipment or microphone to

this connector. Set the CH-1 AUDIO IN LINE/MIC select

switch according to the connected equipment.

The audio signal input through this connector is recorded

on the CH-1 audio channel. To record the audio of this

The sound from the monitoring loudspeaker is interrupted

when an earphone is connected here.

CAUTION:

connector, set the CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch on page

Memo:

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.

14 to "REAR".

(AUDIO IN connector)

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

jack is used.

[DC OUTPUT] connector

No.

Signal

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).

Battery holder

GND

HOT

Mount a Flat Shape type battery pack here.

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

COLD

36.

No.

Signal

GND

—

DC +12V (power through)

(Surface profile)

For servicing

See the service manual page 1-1 “RESETTING THE POWER CIRCUIT

PROTECTION BREAKER”.

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2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-6 Counter Display Contents

The counter display shows the following 4 types of information.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OFF

LIGHT

OFF

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

1. Tape counter display

RESET

40 30

RESET

40 30

OVER SERVO RF

1. Tape counter display

OVER SERVO RF

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

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”.)

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

AUD LOCK

MONITOR

SELECT

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. 24

frames and 9 hr. 59 min. 59 sec. 24 frames

can be displayed.

AUD LOCK

COUNTER

MONITOR

SELECT

CTL

BATT

COUNTER

CTL

REMAIN

REV FWD

BATT

REMAIN

COUNTER

switch

REV FWD

COUNTER

switch

• CTL counter: Time between -9 hr. 59 min. 59 sec. 29

frames and 9 hr. 59 min. 59 sec. 29 frames

can be displayed. Running mode is fixed as

non-drop frame.

Counter display

* CTL counter indication may also corrupt

at playback of segment which time code

signal is not continuously recorded.

1._{Tape counter display}

Tape counter display

* CTL counter indication may also corrupt

at playback of segment which time code

signal is not continuously recorded.

CTL

“CTL”

CTL counter

“CTL”

“TC”

CTL counter

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

“TC”

sec. 24 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 (Day, Month, Year) is displayed.

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

setting display.

CTL

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.

Time code

“TC”

Time code

CTL

User’s bit

“UB”

User’s bit

VCR Setup

Menu No. 516

DISPLAY SELECT

Hour Min Sec

DISPLAY SELECT

Hour Min Sec

CTL

Time display

Date display

CTL

“TC”

Time display

Date display

“TC”

CTL

“CLOCK”

“UB”

Month Day

Year

Day

Month

Year

2. VCR Setup Menu setting display

This display is used when setting the setup menus. After

setting of the setup menus, the tape counter display returns.

For details, see "DISPLAYINGAND SETTING VCR SETUP

MENUS" on page 67.

This display is used when setting the setup menus. After

setting of the setup menus, the tape counter display returns.

For details, see "DISPLAYING AND SETTING VCR SETUP

MENUS" on page 67.

2._{VCR Setup Menu display}

4. _{Error code display}

VCR Setup Menu display

Error code display

3. Hour meter display

The hour meter is displayed by selecting the HM group from

the VCR Setup Menu.

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.

The hour meter data refers to the accumulated head drum

running time.

3._{Hour meter display}

4. _{Alarm display}

Hour meter display

Alarm display

4. 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 90.

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 90.

RemainingTape Time Display

This display shows the remaining tape time (minutes/seconds)

in record and play modes.

Remaining Tape Time Display

This display shows the remaining tape time (minutes/seconds)

in record and play modes.

ꢀ See “ALARM INDICATIONS” on page 86.

• Example: 30 minutes of remaining tape.

Remaining Battery Power Display

• Example: 30 minutes of remaining tape.

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.

REMAIN

The 7-dot segment bar display shows the remaining battery

power. The lighted segment bars decrease as the remaining

battery power decreases.

REMAIN

•

This indicator blinks when remaining tape time is equivalent

to less than 2 minutes.

•

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.

•

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.

•

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

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

equivalent to less than 2 minutes in the record mode

BATT

All segment bars light when a fully charged

battery pack is attached.

All segment bars light when a fully charged

battery pack is attached.

BATT

REMAIN

The last 2 segment bars and "BATT" start

to blink when the battery is nearly

exhausted. Replace with a fully charged

battery pack.

BATT

The last 2 segment bars and "BATT" start

to blink when the battery is nearly

exhausted. Replace with a fully charged

battery pack.

BATT

•

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.

•

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.

When the battery capacity has run out, "E"

and "BATT" blink and the unit stops

operation automatically.

REMAIN

BATT

When the battery capacity has run out, "E"

and "BATT" blink and the unit stops

operation automatically.

REMAIN

BATT

U22-22 (U-ver.)

E-22 (E-ve2r.3)

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-7 Lens (optional)

2-8 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional)

[S14 x 7.3B12]

IRIS mode switch

A: Activates the auto iris feature.

M: Allows manual iris control.

[VF-P115B]

Stopper screw

This screw prevents the viewfinder from coming off the

camera.

Momentary auto iris button

When the IRIS MODE switch is at "M", pushing this button

activates the Auto Iris Function while it is held down only.

Mounting guide

To attach on the camera.

Connector

Connect to the camera.

[S] IRIS speed adjusting control

For adjusting the iris operation speed.

[CONT] contrast adjustment

To adjust the contours of the viewfinder image.

Memo:

If the speed becomes too fast, hunting may occur.

•

To avoid the phenomena described above, perform

[BRIGHT] brightness adjustment

To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.

adjustment again.

RET

[TALLY] switch

Set this switch to OFF to prevent the tally light from turning

on and informing people that they are being recorded.

However, the REC indicator lamp in the eyepiece will not

turn off.

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.

u i o

CAUTION:

Tally light

The filter thread section rotates, so pay attention when

mounting a polarizing filter.

Lights when recording is in progress. To prevent this light

from coming on, set the tally switch to "OFF".

ZOOM servo connector

Connect an optional zoom servo unit here.

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.

ZOOM mode knob

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

control lever

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

Eyepiece focusing ring

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

lever/ring

the diopter.

BACK FOCUS ring/fixing screw

For back focus adjustment only. Secure with the screw knob

after adjustment.

ꢀ See “Back Focus Adjustment” on page 44.

FOCUS ring

Manual focus ring.

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.

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".

To shoot images in the macro mode, set the focus ring to

the infinite position and the zoom ring to the maximum

IRIS ring

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.

Manual iris ring. To activate the auto iris feature, set the Iris

Mode switch to A.

[VTR]Trigger button

To start/stop shooting.

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.

[RET] return video button

The return video signal from the VCR section can be

monitored in the viewfinder only while this button is pushed.

The playback picture can be viewed in the viewfinder

during this operation.

ꢀ See “Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional)” on page 31.

ꢀ See “Back Focus Adjustment” on page 44.

ZOOM servo control lever

To operate the servo zoom feature with this lever, set the

ZOOM knob to S.

•

Pressing the W section of this lever increases the angle

of the lens for a wider shooting angle.

Pressing the T section of this lever narrows the lens angle

perspective for telephoto shots.

Pushing harder changes the speed of the zoom.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-9 Indications in Viewfinder

2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd)

Ⅲ WARNING LED INDICATORS INSIDE THE VIEWFINDER

ACCU - FOCUS

SCENE F I LE

WH I T E BA L

F I LTER

3 . 2K

1 / 1 00 0

6dB

NORMAL

OFF

SHUTTER

GA I N

I R I S LEVEL

I R I S DETECT

FULL AUTO

REC T I ME

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.

<60

CH1

CH2

- + -

6 0

●

[BATT] battery lamp

This lights red when the battery voltage becomes too low for

operating the camera.

REC/ALARM lamp

F5 . 6

STBY

099

1 2 . 4V

REC

BATT

ALARM

Status 0

Status 1

Status 2

This lights or blinks green under the following circumstances.

Steady green : During recording.

Blinks green : • While the GY-DV500 switches from record-

pause to recording.

BATT

Lamp

REC/ALARM

Lamp

• Immediately before the tape is running out

or when it has run out.

• When an error occurs in the GY-DV500.

●

Status 0

Display Position

Display

Function

ACCU-FOCUS Blinks during the ACCU-FOCUS operation.

SKIN AREA

Blinks while the skin tone detail color area is displayed.

Displayed when the SHUTTER or V-SCAN is ON.

Displayed when the Full Auto Shooting is ON.

Displayed when the ALC alone is ON.

Ⅲ VIEWFINDER SCREEN DISPLAY

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

is playing back a tape.)

FAS

ALC

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

Ⅲ Alarm message display

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

Displayed during LOLUX operation.

Ⅲ Safety zone display

Ⅲ Setting screen (screen for use in the camera and VCR setup)

Ⅲ Auto white balance display

Displayed when FAW alone is ON.

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

Displayed while the Skin Detail function is in operation.

Displayed when BLACK STRETCH or BLACK COMPRESSION is selected.

See the table below.

Ⅲ Shutter speed display

Ⅲ Status Screens

Event display

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.

7 Event display

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

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

STATUS

RESET

Switch Event Display Contents

OFF

button

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

ZEBRA

BLACK

GAIN

ZEBRA

BLACK

ON, OFF

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

STRETCH, NORMAL, COMPRESS

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

A, B, PRESET, FAW

ON, OFF

GAIN

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

WHT. BAL

FULL AUTO

AUTO IRIS

LOLUX

WHITE BAL

FULL AUTO

IRIS

POWER

BACK.L, NORMAL, SPOT.L

ON, OFF

OFF

LOLUX

FILTER knob

VTR

FILTER

VTR

3.2K, 5.6K, 5.6K+ND

STBY, SAVE

AUTO KNEE

ON, OFF

ACCU - FOCUS

SCENE F I LE

WH I T E BA L

F I LTER

3 . 2K

1 / 1 00 0

6dB

SHUTTER

GA I N

I R I S LEVEL

I R I S DETECT

FULL AUTO

REC T I ME

NORMAL

OFF

<60

CH1

CH2

- + -

6 0

F5 . 6

STBY

1 2 . 4V

099

Status 0

Status 1

Status 2

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND

TOLS INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd)

●

Status 1

Ⅲ Alarm Message Display

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.

ACCU - FOCUS

Alarm message display

Function

Display position

Display

(Example)

CH1- - - - + - -

CH2- - - - + - -

STBY

SAVE

STOP

REC

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

screens.

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 72.

CH1

CH2

- + -

6 0

F5 . 6

STBY

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 reverse search mode

1 2 . 4V

Note:

When the RS-232C cable

is connected, the VCR

operation mode may not

be displayed correctly.

Indication

LOW BATTERY

CLOSE CASSETTE COVER

Contents

REW

EJECT

The battery capacity is nearly exhausted.

The cassette cover is not closed.

VTR WARNING [HEAD]

VTR WARNING [SERVO]

VTR WARNING [DEW]

VTR WARNING [HARD]

VTR WARNING [STOP]

VTR WARNING [REW]

Head clogging

Servo error

Condensation

Hardware error

Operation stopped

Rewinding abnormality

Remaining tape indication (displayed in 1-minute steps)

(Example)

< 60

(Example)

12: 34: 56: 20

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 72.

TAPE NEAR END

TAPE END

REC INHIBIT

Remaining tape time is less than about 2 minutes in the record mode

Tape end reached

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

inserted.

Voltage indication (displayed in 0.1 V steps)

(Example)

12.4V

NO TAPE

VTR trigger is pressed with no tape loaded.

Shows the F-number of the connected lens.

It is not displayed when the lens is removed. For some lenses, no display

appears.

OPEN, F2, F2.8, F4,

F5.6, F8, F11, F16,

Display ON/OFF can be selected on the VF DISPLAY menu screen.

ꢀ See "F NO.DISPLAY" on page 72.

In the Super Scene Finder (S.S.F.) mode, the number of memorized scenes

is shown.

M: In MARK mode

(Example)

M:99

C : In CUE mode

Number: Number of memorized scenes

●

Status 2

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

FILTER

A, B, PRESET, FAW

3.2K, 5.6K, 5.6K+ND

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, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 18dB, LOLUX, ALC

NORMAL, BACK L, SPOT L

IRIS LEVEL

FULLAUTO

REC TIME

ON, OFF

Remaining tape time or time code.

For servicing

→

See the service manual page 1-16 “1.11.7 Tripod base”.

2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-1 Basic System

2-9 Indications in Viewfinder (Cont'd)

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

ꢀ Safety Zone

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

VF DISPLAY menu screen.

VIEWFINDER

VF-P400

BATTERY

NP-1B TYPE

EARPHONE

BATTERY CHARGER

MICROPHONE

MV-P615

BATTERY

NP-1B TYPE

SHOULDER BELT

OFF

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

MIC HOLDER

KA-A50

VF HOLDER

ꢀ Setting the Screen Display

1.5" VIEW FINDER

VF-P115B/115/116

BATTERY HOLDER

BH-P27

(

)

NB-G1 4PACK BATTERY CHARGER

(AC POWER ADAPTER)

AA-G10(B)

CAMERA MENU

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

ꢀ See "Camera Menu Screen Flow" on page 70.

ꢀ See "VCR Setup Menu" on page 66.

DVC CAMCORDER

BATTERY

NB-G1

SCENE F I LE

VF D I SPLAY MENU

OPERAT I ON MENU

PROCESS MENU

F I LE MANAGE

SETUP MENU

EX I T

: A

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OFF

MICROPHONE

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

FILTER

3200k

5600k

COUNTER

CTL

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

POWER

OFF

(

)

VC-710 5m

VIDEO LIGHT

(ANTON BAUER. PROTEC)

AC POWER ADAPTER

(

)

NB-G1 BATTERY CHARGER

AA-P250

ZOOM LENS

S14 x 7.3B12(FUJINON)

S16 x 6.7B12(FUJINON)

S19 x 6.5B12(FUJINON)

TRIPOD BASE

KA-510

YH14 x 7.3K12(CANON)

YH18 x 6.7K12(CANON)

GY-DV500

STANDARD PACKAGE

ꢀ Auto White Balance Display

ANTON BAUER

BATTERY CHARGER

ANTON BAUER

BATTERY HOLDER

(QRQ27)

ANTON BAUER BATTERY

(

PRO PAC MAGNUM

FOCUS MANUAL UNIT

)

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

data.

ꢀ See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 45.

TRIMPAC HYTRON

(

)

HZ-FM13 FUJINON

(

)

HZ-FM15 CANON

TRIPOD

TP-P300

IEEE1394 CABLE

RS232C CABLE

VC-P893 (For PC/AT)

Y/C CABLE

ZOOM SERVO UNIT

HZ-ZS13B

CARRYING CASE

A UTO WH I T E

OPERA T I ON

DOLLY

TP-P205

VCG30, VCG50

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.

ꢀ Shutter Speed Display

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/MENU dial" on page 12.

SHUT T ER

1 0 0 0

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-2 Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional)

3-4 Attaching the Microphone (provided)

Provided Microphone

Connecting the provided microphone to the viewfinder.

The provided microphone is a phantom microphone.

1. Loosen the mount ring.

1.3.

2. Connect the cable connector.

1. Loosen the stopper screw on the viewfinder.

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

4. Tighten the mount ring.

2.Attach the microphone to the attachment guide on the

viewfinder as illustrated.

3. Confirm that there is no gap between the microphone and

CAUTION:

the viewfinder, and then tighten the stopper screw.

Be sure to tighten the mount ring completely. Incomplete

tightening may result in the lens dropping off or disturbed

back focus.

4. Tighten the microphone screw. The microphone should be

firmly attached.

5. Connect the cable from the microphone to the MIC IN

connector on the front section of the camera.

6. Secure the microphone cable using the cable clamp

provided on the front side of the microphone holder.

Hole

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)

Mount ring

With the optional KA-A50 microphone holder, the optional

microphones MV-P615 (Phantom microphone) can be used.

ꢀ Attaching the Microphone with KA-A50

1. Secure the microphone holder with 2 screws.

2.4.

When unplugging the cable connector, first remove the lens

itself. Then grasp this portion and pull straight out.

2. 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.

3-3 Attaching the Viewfinder

3. Attach the microphone to the microphone holder so that

1. Loosen the stopper screw on the viewfinder.

the microphone does not interfere with the cassette cover.

Mounting guide

2. Connect the connector.

4. Set the microphone holder so that the height is level, and

tighten the inside and outside knobs to secure the

microphone.

Sliding

securing ring

3. Align the mounting guide with the camera’s viewfinder mount

KA-A50

Microphone holder

base and attach the viewfinder.

Stopper

screw

5. Connect the microphone cable to the MIC IN input

4. Tighten the stopper screw.

connector.

•

When the microphone is connected to CH-1 AUDIO or

CH-2 AUDIO connector on the rear panel, set the CH-1

or CH-2 Audio select switch according to the microphone

used.

5. Tighten the sliding securing ring.

Viewfinder

mount

base

To detach the viewfinder, reverse the mounting procedure.

6. Secure the microphone cable using the cable clamp

Connector

provided on the front side of the microphone holder.

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

phantom microphone.

ꢀ See “CAM MIC +48V” on page 77.

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.

MV-P615

Microphone cable

MIC IN connector

For servicing

→

See the service manual page 1-16 “1.11.7 Tripod base”.

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS

3-6 Attaching the Tripod Base (provided)

3-7 Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries

The GY-DV500 uses a lithium battery for backup of the time code data. Install the provided lithium battery before actually using the

unit.

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

1. Attach the tripod base on the tripod by using the hole that

● Lithium battery: CR2032

balances the unit most optimally.

"Li" indicator

2. While pushing the safety lever, pull the lock lever toward

CAUTION:

1. Tripod mounting holes

the front until the front mount clip clicks into place.

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.

Front mount clip

3. Place the unit on the tripod base by aligning the rear base

mount of the unit with the pin on the tripod base.

OPERATE/WARNING

4. 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.

LIGHT

OVER AUTO OFF DEW

RESET

40 30

OFF

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

AUD LOCK SP

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

REMAIN

BATT

CH-1

CH-2

ALARM

REV FWD

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

CH-1

CH-2

5600k+ND

2. Safety lever

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

MANUAL

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

AUDIO SELECT

CAUTION:

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

FRONT

REAR

Lock lever

• 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.

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

POWER

OFF

• 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.

Front

base

Lithium battery case

Power switch

mount

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.

Rear base

mount

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

backup data.

Front mount clip

ꢀ How to Install the Lithium Battery

ꢀ How to Remove Lithium Batteries

Lithium battery cover

ꢀ

The lithium battery is easily removed

CR2032

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.

LITHIUM BATT.

CR2032

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OFF

1. Push the lithium battery cover in the direction of the arrow

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

ALARM

as illustrated and remove the cover.

5600k

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

2.Slide the battery into place with its

marked surface facing

upward.

POWER

OFF

3. Return the lithium battery cover to its original position in the

unit.

After replacing the lithium battery, set the date and time.

To do this, see page 41 “Setting the Date and Time”.

4. POWER SUPPLY

The GY-DV500 is operable with AC power supply or battery pack.

4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Cont'd)

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.

Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack

1. Open the battery case cover while pushing the lock release

lever.

Do not use any power source with large fluctuations in the

power source voltage, or power sources generating noise,

such as ripples.

2.Insert the battery pack into the battery case with its electrodes

facing the unit.

3. Close the battery case cover.

1. After making sure that the power switches of the GY-DV500

and of the AA-P250 are set to OFF, connect the DC cable

from the AA-P250 to the DC INPUT connector of the GY-

DV500 as shown in the illustration.

Be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF before replacing

the battery pack.

Lock release

lever

CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2

DC INPUT

TALLY

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

LINE

MIC

LINE

MIC

+48V

DC cable

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

switch to CAMERA.

AC power adapter

3. Press the POWER switch of the GY-DV500 to ON. Power is

supplied to the VCR section and the camera.

For details, read the instruction manual of the AA-P250.

Note:

Do not remove or connect the DC cable while recording is

being performed.

4-2 Battery Pack Operation

The GY-DV500 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

An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be connected

directly to the GY-DV500. It is necessary to mount the

optional battery holder.

Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27

For details, see page 37 “Using an Auton-Bauer Battery

Pack”.







● 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 POWER switch to OFF

after the DC power is applied. Then switch ON again.

● If the GY-DV500 is left with the battery pack attached, a small amount of power is consumed even if the POWER switch on

the GY-DV500 is set to OFF. Remove the battery pack when the GY-DV500 is not going to be used.

4. POWER SUPPLY

4-2 Battery Pack Operation (Cont'd)

REMAINING BATTERY POWER DISPLAY

Using an Anton-Bauer Battery Pack

WARNING

indicator

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.

To use an Anton-Bauer battery pack (Propack 13/14, Trimpack 13/14, Magnum 13/14, Compack 13/14 Series), it is necessary to

detach the battery case from the GY-DV500 and replace it with the Anton-Bauer battery holder. Use the following battery holder.

• Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27

Remaining battery

power indication

ꢀ See page 69.

BATT

Detaching the Battery Case From the GY-DV500 and Attaching The Anton-

Bauer Battery

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

The status of the remaining battery power can be checked by

the Remaining Battery Power Display.

ꢀ See page 22.

ꢀ 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:

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

Attaching the Anton-Bauer Battery Holder

Anton-Bauer Battery Holder

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

POWER

TALLY lamp

Viewfinder

OFF

Clamp

•

BATT lamp and TALLY lamp blink

"LOW BATTERY" character indication (Status 0 or Status

1 mode)

1. Black screw A

1. Remove the two black screws A on the battery case.

LOW BATTERY

Connector

Compartment

● Alarm sound beeps

REC

BATT

ALARM

BATT lamp

2. Remove the lower half of the battery case cover in the

downward direction.

After the remaining battery power warnings appear, the

GY-DV500 automatically stops operation if the battery

power operation is continued.

3. Connector

Anton-Bauer

Battery holder

3. Mount screw B

4. Connect the connectors protruding from the GY-DV500 with

Operating Time with Battery Pack

the connectors on the battery holder.

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 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.

Following connection of the connectors, insert them into

the connector compartment and secure with the clamp.

5. Secure the battery holder to the GY-DV500 with the four

Battery Pack

NP-1B

Continuous Operating Time (at 25 ˚C)

mount screws provided with the battery holder.

●

3. Mount screw B

60 minutes

130 minutes

80 minutes

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

damage.

Magnum 14

NP-L40

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

the battery case and the connector connecting the battery

case to this unit.

PRECAUTIONS FOR THE BATTERY PACK

Attaching and Detaching an Anton-Bauer 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.

Recharging

● Recharge the battery pack after completely discharging it.

Repeated recharging with residual charge remaining could

result in reduced battery capacity.

Guide pins

Release

lever

Attaching the Battery Pack

1. 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.

Release lever

● 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.

Cassette cover

side panel

Guide

LIGHT

OFF

Battery pack

(Trimpack)

COUNTER

CTL

holes

(x3)

2. Slide the battery pack toward the side panel

where the cassette cover is located until it clicks.

Now the battery pack has been attached.

Battery

Detaching the Battery Pack

Side panel

with display

ꢀ 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

outward to remove.

5. PREPARATIONS

5-1 Turning the Power ON

5-2 Cassette Loading and Unloading

Cassette rear switch

EJECT

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

Videocassette

NORMAL

COMPRESS

LOG

REW

STOP

PLAY

STILL

EJECT switch

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

LIGHT

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

ALARM

5600k

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

POWER

OFF

POWER

OFF

POWER

OFF

VTR switch

POWER switch

Cassette cover

VTR switch

POWER switch

1. Turn the POWER switch to ON.

ꢀ The power is then supplied to the unit.

•

A cassette cannot be loaded or unloaded while the GY-DV500 is in POWER OFF mode.

Use a videocassette tape marked MiniDV.

•

Video image is output to the viewfinder.

The display of the VCR section is turned on.

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

2. Select the GY-DV500 operation mode with the VTR switch.

CAUTION:

•

The GY-DV500 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:

Loading the Cassette

The GY-DV500 cannot be operated while the cassette cover

is open. Make sure to close the cover before operating the

unit.

1. Set the POWER switch to ON.

VTR switch setting

GY-DV500 operation mode

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

SAVE

GY-DV500 enters the SAVE mode (tape protect mode) and stops the drum motor. "SAVE" is

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.

cover.

Unloading the Cassette

3. Insert a videocassette into the cassette slot after removing

the tape slack.

Ensure that the videocassette is fully inserted.

1. Set the POWER switch to ON.

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

The cassette indicator on the display blinks

during tape loading and lights steadily after

the loading has been completed.

STBY

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

automatically. (The drum motor is still rotating.)

"STBY" is displayed on the Status 1 screen in the viewfinder.

ejection.

The cassette indicator on the display blinks

during tape ejection and turns off after the

ejection has been completed.

In this condition, pressing the VTR trigger button starts recording immediately.

4. 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.

• It takes a few seconds before the cassette is ejected after

the EJECT switch is moved.

CAUTION:

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

When the power 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 power ON again within this interval.

•

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.

3. Take out the videocassette.

4. Close the cassette cover.

Switch on Back of Videocassette

VTR switch

CAUTION:

REC

SAVE

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.

Enters record-

pause mode after

back-spacing.

STBY

The unit enters

stop mode.

“ R E C I N H ” i s

displayed for a few

seconds on the

counter display.

In the record-pause

mode and the drum

rotation is stopped.

SAVE

* Recording can be started by pressing the VTR trigger button

from the record-pause condition. For details, see page 50

“Basic Record-ing Operation”.

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

before the unit can start recording or before it enters the

stop mode.

5. PREPARATIONS

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

5-3 Setting the Date and Time

6-1 Camera Settings

The date and time of the built-in clock should be set. During shooting, the date and time data are recorded in the sub-time code area

on the tape.

During playback, the data are shown on the counter display. Powered by the backup lithium battery, the set date and time data

continue to count even when the power is switched off.

1. POWER ON

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

the rear section of the unit. If battery pack is not used,

connect DC power to the DC INPUT connector on the

rear section of the unit using the AC power adapter (AA-

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

P250) to supply DC 12 V current.

2Set the POWER switch on the unit to ON.

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

ꢀ Check that the lithium battery has been inserted.

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

2. SWITCH positions

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

A. Set the VTR switch to STBY.

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

CH-1

CH-2

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.

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

MANUAL

POWER

OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

AUDIO SELECT

LIGHT

OFF

OVER AUTO OFF DEW

RESET

40 30

AUDIO INPUT

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

AUD LOCK SP

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FRONT

REAR

REMAIN

BATT

REV FWD

COUNTER

switch

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

ONITOR

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

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

POWER

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

OFF

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

NORMAL

COMPRESS

3. HOLD

button

4. Choose the proper color temperature conversion filter.

5. PRESET button

4. ADVANCE button

4. SHIFT button

Lithium battery compartment

FILTER

3200K

Suitable Location

Indoors, dark outdoors

Outdoors

5600K

B A

5600K+ND

Outdoors under clear sky

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

time mode.

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

•

Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT

to “CLOCK”.

Time display (COUNTER switch: TC)

Hour Min. Sec.

ꢀ See “Displaying and Setting VCR Setup Menus” on

page 67.

ꢀ See “VCR Setup Menu” on page 69.

2. 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.

HOLD

^OFFZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

AUTO

WHITE

HOLD

ACCU

FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

3. 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.

4. 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.

Date display (COUNTER switch: UB)

Month Day Year

•

HOLD

Repeat the above procedure to set the value of all the

digits.

5. To decide the set date and time data, press the PRESET

button.

HOLD

The “HOLD” indicator on the display turns off and the date/

time display stops blinking.

The time starts counting.

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

6-2 Viewfinder Adjustment

6-4 Back Focus Adjustment

1. Adjust the position and angle of the viewfinder.

2. Diopter adjustment

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

3. 4.6. 5.

for the first time or when focusing is not correct in both the

telephoto and wide-angle positions. Adjust the viewfinder for

sharpness first.

Rotate the eyepiece focusing ring until the viewfinder screen

image is clearly visible.

Eyepiece

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.

3. 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.

Eyepiece

focusing ring

RET

1. Set the IRIS mode switch to M (Manual).

2. Set the zoom mode to MANU (Manual).

3. Open the iris ring. If the illumination is too strong, reduce it

CONT

BRIGHT

or move to a darker place.

4. Turn the zoom lever until the lens is at the maximum

6-3 External Monitor Adjustment

telephoto position.

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

5. Bring the subject into focus.

1. Connect a color video monitor to the MONITOR OUT

6. Set the lens to maximum wide-angle.

7. Loosen the back focus ring retaining knob.

1. Connect a colour video monitor to the MONITOR OUT

connector of the GY-DV500.

2. Set the OUTPUT switch to BARS to output the color bar

2. Set the OUTPUT switch to BARS to output the colour bar

2. 7.8.10.

8. View the same subject and adjust the back focus ring for

signal (SMTPE type color bars).

signal (EBU type colour bars).

the best possible focus.

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

9. 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.

screen turns entirely blue.

4. Adjust the CHROMA control of the monitor so that there is

no difference in brightness between the color bars 1and

8, 7and D.

4. Adjust the CHROMA control of the monitor so that there is

no difference in brightness between the colour bars 1and

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

ring.

5. 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 3and 0, 5and B.

5. With the BLUE CHECK function ON, adjust the PHASE

control of the monitor so that there is no difference in

brightness between the colour bars 3and 5.

Memo:

ACCU FOCUS can also be used in the above step 3.

6. If the phase control adjustment above causes a difference

in brightness between the color bars 1and 8, 7and D,

start again from the CHROMA control adjustment in step 4.

6. If the phase control adjustment above causes a difference

in brightness between the colour bars 1and 7, start again

from the CHROMA control adjustment in step 4.

Siemens star chart

7. 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).

7. 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).

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

color bars Hand Idisappear but Jis visible.

ꢀ SMTPE type color bars

ꢀ EBU type colour bars

White Yellow Cyan

Green Magenta

Red

Blue

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Blue

Black Magenta Black

Cyan

Black

White

8 9 0 A B C D

Black

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

White

Black

E F

HIJ K

The colour bar screen has a configuration as shown above.

The description hereinafter refers to the positions in the colour bar

screen using the numbers.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-6 Switch Settings of the VCR Section

6-5 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, 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.

REC/FREE

switch

RESET/REGEN switch

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

RESET

TC GENERATOR

OFF

CH-1

CH-2

MONITOR

SELECT

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

AUTO

ALARM

MANUAL

5600k+ND

AUDIO SELECT

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

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

FRONT

REAR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

WHITE BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

POWER

OFF

FILTER knob

Two kinds of white balance adjustment results can be stored in

memories AUTO1 and AUTO2.

ꢀ Adjustment procedure

1. Set the following switches.

IRIS mode

switch

ꢀ Audio input signal selection

ꢀ Setting the time code recording function

• Set the POWER switch to ON.

Use the AUDIO INPUT switch to select whether the sound

recorded on audio channel 1 or 2 is the sound from the

microphone connector on the front section or the sound from

the AUDIO INPUT connector on the rear section.

ꢀ See page 47.

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

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

The GY-DV500 records SMPTE-standard time code for U-ver.

or EBU-standard time code for E-ver. during recording. Set the

switches according to applications.

2. Set the FILTER knob according to the current lighting.

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

generator:

• Set the PRESET/REGEN switch to PRESET.

• Set the REC/FREE switch.

If it is required to record continual time codes across different

scenes, set the switch to REC.

• VCR Setup Menu setting (U-ver. only)

Select the time code generator's framing mode as drop

frame or non-drop using the VCR Setup Menu item No. 416

"NON DROP/DROP".

1. _{OUTPUT switch}

1. _{POWER switch}

WHT.BAL switch

3. Set the WHT.BAL switch to A or B.

ꢀ Audio recording level adjustment selection

Select "AUTO" or "MANUAL" for the recording level

adjustment mode for each audio channel.

ꢀ See page 48.

4. 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.

AUTO WHT.

/ACCU FOCUS switch

ꢀ VCR Setup Menu setting

5.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.

● REMOTE SELECT

Confirm that “LOCAL” is selected if you want to operate on

the GY-DV500 only.

AUTO WH

OPERA T

T E

AUTO WH

T E

● To record a time code in continuation of the existing time

code on the tape:

• Set the PRESET/REGEN switch to REGEN.

● BACK TALLY MODE

Select the lightning pattern of the BACK TALLY lamp.

"AUTO WHITE A, B OK" is displayed when the white balance

has been adjusted properly.

● INPUT SELECT (U-ver. only)

Select the input video signal.To record the GY-DV500's signal,

set to "CAMERA".ꢀ See page 68.

During operation

Result message

For details on the time code operations including time code

presetting, see "TIME CODE OPERATION" on page 56.

Error messages

● LOW CUT IN

• NG: OBJECT (Improper object)

AUTO WH

ERROR LOW

T E

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.

AUTO WH

T E

GHT

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.

NG : OB J ECT

Improper object

Insufficient illumination

● SAMPLING RATE

Select the sampling rate for audio recording (48 kHz or 32

kHz).

• ERROR: LOW LIGHT (Insufficient illumination)

Displayed when the illumination is dim. Increase the

illumination and then re-adjust the white balance.

AUTO WH

T E

● FRONT VOLUME ENABLE

ERROR OVER

GHT

• ERROR: OVER LIGHT (Excessive illumination)

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.

Displayed when the light is excessively bright. Decrease the

illumination and then re-adjust the white balance.

Excessive illumination

● LONG PAUSE TIME

Select the time (in minutes) until the GY-DV500 enters the

tape protection mode (drum rotation stops) when the record-

pause mode is continued for long time.

FULL-TIME AUTOWHITE BALANCE (FAW)

The FAW function adjusts the white balance value

automatically as the lighting condition changes.

CAUTION:

● SSF MODE

•

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.

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.

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.

ꢀ See “How to Use the S.S.F. Function” on page 60.

•

ꢀ Setting procedure

● DISPLAY SELECT

Select the counter display (time code or date/time indication)

when the COUNTER switch is set to “TC” or “UB”.

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 73.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

6-7 Audio Input Signal Selection

6-8 Recording Level Adjustment

CH-1 Audio

select switch

CH-2 Audio

select switch

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

AUTO

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

MONITOR

SELECT

MANUAL

ALARM

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1

CH-2

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

FRONT

REAR

CH-1 AUDIO

LINE/MIC

switch

CH-2 AUDIO

LINE/MIC

switch

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

NORMAL

COMPRESS

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

^OFFZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2

DC INPUT

TALLY

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

LINE

MIC

LINE

MIC

AUTO

WHITE

^OFFZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

POWER

+48V

AUTO

OFF

POWER

OFF

ACCU

FOCUS

WHITE

ACCU

FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

TAKE

VTR

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

TAKE

CH-1 AUDIO

INPUT

connector

CH-2 AUDIO

INPUT

connector

CH-1 recording level control

Microphone input

connector

CH-2 recording level control

CH-1 recording level control

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1

CH-2

For each audio channel, use the AUDIO SELECT switches to

select whether the recording level adjustment should be set to

AUTO mode or MANUAL mode.

ꢀ How to use the recording level control on

the front section

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

FRONT

REAR

CH-1 AUDIO

INPUT switch

CH-2 AUDIO

INPUT switch

Set the recording level control on the front section to

maximum (10) position.

•

When set to AUTO: Recording level is fixed. In this mode,

the recording level control does not

function.

When set to MANUAL: Recording level can be adjusted

using the recording level controls for

each audio input.

2Initially, adjust the recording level using the CH1 recording

•

level control on the side.

When a loud sound is input during recording, use the

recording level control on the front section to lower the

recording level.

The GY-DV500 is provided with the microphone connector on

the front section and the two AUDIO INPUT connectors at the

rear section for audio input.

On the other hand, 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 microphone connector on the front section or

the sound from the AUDIO INPUT connectors on the rear

section.

ꢀ Selecting the front section's microphone connector

A microphone (phantom microphone, etc.) requiring +48 V

power supply or other type of camera microphone

(monaural) can be connected.

In accordance with the connected microphone, specify

the phantom microphone or other type of microphone

using the Camera Setup Menu item CAM MIC +48V.

The reference input level is -60 dBs.

ꢀ Adjusting the recording level control of the front section

The recording level control on the front section only affects

the CH-1 channel sound.

To use the recording level control on the front section, make

the following settings.

•

Level meter

•

OVER

CH 1

AUTO OFF DEW

SERVO RF L i

40 30

Set the CH-1 AUDIO SELECT switch to MANUAL.

Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME

ENABLE to "ENABLE".

CH 2

•

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

ꢀ Selection of rear audio input connectors

AUD LOCK

Select the audio signal input to the AUDIO INPUT connector

using the [LINE/MIC] switch. Make settings for the CH-1

and CH-2 AUDIO IN connectors separately.

CAUTION:

ꢀ Selecting the CH-1 channel input sound

The recording level controls on the side section work

regardless of the setting of the VCR Setup Menu item No.

246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE. ꢀ See page 68.

BATT

REMAIN

REV FWD

Make the selection using the CH-1 AUDIO INPUT switch.

FRONT : The sound from the microphone connector on the

front section is recorded on the CH-1 channel.

REAR : The sound from the CH-1 AUDIO INPUT

connector on the rear section is recorded on the

CH-1 channel.

LINE

: Set to this position when connected to audio

equipment, etc.

Viewfinder Status 1 Mode

The reference input level is +4 dBs.

ACCU - FOCUS

MIC

Set to this position when using a monaural

microphone.

Manual Adjustment of Recording Level

The recording level can be adjusted manually when the GY-

DV500 is in the record, record-pause or stop mode.

ꢀ Selecting the CH-2 channel input sound

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.

Make the selection using the CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch.

FRONT : The sound from the microphone connector on the

front section is recorded on the CH-2 channel.

REAR : The sound from the CH-2 AUDIO INPUT

connector on the rear section is recorded on the

CH-2 channel.

1. Set the AUDIO SELECT switch of the channel whose

recording level that you want to adjust manually to MANUAL.

CH1

CH2

- + -

6 0

099

F5 . 6

STBY

1 2 . 4V

2. Rotate the recording level control corresponding to the audio

CAUTION:

input to be adjusted.

Audio leve

•

Adjust so that the peak level does not exceed the -3dB

point when a loud sound is input.

With microphone input, since the limiter circuit is activated,

the recording level will not exceed 0 dB even if the

recording level control is turned up.

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.

When using the microphone on the front section, set the

Camera SETUP screen item “CAM MIC +48V” to “OFF”.

Neglecting this could cause damage to the connected

component. ꢀ See page 77.

Indicator level (reference)

•

–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 INPUT connector. If the

microphone is not connected, increasing the recording level

could cause noise from the input connector to be recorded

on the tape. When the microphone is not connected to the

AUDIO INPUT connector on the rear panel, set the LINE/

MIC switch to LINE or turn down the recording level control.

6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING

7. SHOOTING OPERATION

6-9 Monitoring Audio during Recording

7-1 Basic Recording Operation

1. Set the POWER switch to ON.

“DEW”

Power is supplied to the unit.

OVER

CH 1

AUTO OFF DEW

SERVO RF L i

40 30

Check that the condensation indicator "DEW" does not

appear on the display. If it is lit, wait until the indicator goes

out.

CH 2

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OFF

AUD LOCK

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

2. Set the VTR switch to the STBY position.

Eject switch

EJECT

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

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.

NORMAL

COMPRESS

POWER

OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

EARPHONE

jack

MONITOR

SELECT

For details on the VCR SAVE mode, see page 52.

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

ALARM

control

MONITOR

control

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

MONITOR SELECT

switch

Monitoring

loudspeaker

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

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

NORMAL

COMPRESS

•

Ensure that the switch on the back of the videocassette

is set to REC and insert the cassette correctly.

When the cassette is inserted, the tape is loaded and

the unit enters the record-pause mode.

POWER

OFF

The audio input during recording, in record-pause or stop mode

can be monitored through the monitoring loudspeaker or

earphone.

Slowly close the cassette cover.

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SKIN

AREA

AUTO

WHITE

ACCU

FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

• Use a videocassette marked MiniDV.

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

remain inoperative.

• At the loading time and power switch set to on time,

the built-in head cleaner will emit a sound while

operating. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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

seconds before the unit is ready for recording.

•

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.

POWER

OFF

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.

4. Set the switches as required.

• GAIN

: Sensitivity suitable for the subject

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 87.

• OUTPUT : "CAM/AUTO KNEE ON"

• WHT-BAL : "A" or "B"

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

5. Select the FILTER according to the lighting condition.

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

illumination is not sufficient

Position 2 (5600K) : For shooting outdoors

Position 3 (5600K + ND):

RET

* Do not increase the audio monitoring volume excessively;

otherwise howling with the camera microphone may

occur.

For shooting outdoors under a clear

sky.

6. Adjust the white balance.

ꢀ See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 45.

7. 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)

7-2 VCR Save Mode

8. Press the VTR trigger button on the GY-DV500 or lens to

When a recordable videocassette is loaded, the GY-DV500

enters the record-pause mode. However, the record-pause

operation condition differs depending on the setting of the VTR

switch.

8. 9. 10.

start recording.

VTR trigger button

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.

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

LIGHT

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

● VTR switch setting

POWER

OFF

STBY : The GY-DV500 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.

Note:

* The lightning conditions of the BACK TALLY lamp on

the rear section of the unit can be changed by setting

theVCR Setup Menu item No. 082 BACK TALLY MODE.

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

blink from when the button is pressed and until recording

actually starts. ꢀ See page 68.

VTR

switch

SAVE : The GY-DV500 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).

POWER

OFF

9.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).

The OPERATE indicator lights orange. The display

backlight turns off.

8. ^{TALLY lamp}

Note:

^OFFZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

AUTO

WHITE

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.

ACCU

FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

Viewfinder

10.To restart recording:

LEVEL CH-1

ACCU - FOCUS

Press the VTR trigger button on the GY-DV500 or lens.

11.

11.Ending recording:

Recording from the Save mode

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

recording.

Enter record-pause mode and perform the following

operations as required.

8. 9. 10.

VTR trigger button

Ⅲ When it is required to unload the videocassette:

• Slide the EJECT switch.

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

• Set the VTR switch to SAVE.

Drum rotation stops and the GY-DV500 enters the tape

protection/power-saving mode.

VCR operation

status display

However, in this case, it takes several seconds before the

GY-DV500 starts recording.

POWER

CH1

CH2

- + -

6 0

OFF

STBY

SAVE

099

1 2 . 4V

F5 . 6

STBY

● Pressing the VTR trigger button again interrupts the recording

and the GY-DV500 enters the save mode again.

(Status 1 mode)

12.When shooting is completely finished, eject the cassette

and set the POWER switch to “OFF”.

When the unit is not going to be used for a long period,

detach the battery pack.

12.

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

When the GY-DV500 has remained in record-pause (standby)

• The time until the unit enters the save mode after it is

About the QUICK REC Mode

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. (Save mode)

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.

If the VTR trigger button is pressed immediately after the

videocassette is inserted, the mode becomes the QUICK

REC 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.

REC

BATT

ALARM

Ⅲ To start recording from the save mode, press the VTR trigger

button; the drum starts to rotate and recording starts in about

3 seconds.

Ⅲ To return to the record-pause mode from the save mode,

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

ꢀ See page 69.

Also, the time code does not continue. (Some overlap may

also occur.)

8. TALLY lamp

Note:

● The unit enters stop mode at tape-end automatically, and if kept longer than 3 or 30 minutes in this mode, SAVE mode is

maintained. ꢀ See “Menu No. 307: LONG PAUSE TIME” on page 69.

● If the VTR trigger button is pushed very quickly and repeatedly, or the POWER switch is moved immediately after being

pressed, the viewfinder REC indicator lamp may blink and the GY-DV500 may not enter the record mode. To remedy this

condition set the POWER 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 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.

For servicing

The QUICK REC mode of this unit is different from conventional models such as (GY-X1, GY-X2, and GY-

X2B). It is not a fully automatic mode operation. In this case it is a function that shortens the time to the

initiation of the start of the recording.

←

For servicing

See the service manual page 2-7 “2.4.3 Cleaning”.

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7. SHOOTING OPERATION

8. PLAYBACK MODE

7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Pause Mode (Recording Check Function)

8-1 Playback Procedure

The recording check function is only valid in the standby mode

(VTR switch set to STBY).

In the record-pause mode, approximately 2 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.

2. EJECT switch

1. RET button

EJECT

•

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.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

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5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

LOG

REW

STOP

PLAY

STILL

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

1. In the record-pause mode, press the RET button on the

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

camera lens section.

POWER

•

The tape is slightly rewound and played back for approxi-

mately 2 seconds.

OFF

6. STOP button

4. ^{STILL button}

After playback is finished, the tape returns to the position

at which the RET button is pressed and the record-pause

mode resumes.

3. PLAY button

1. POWER switch

* This function does not work when the GY-DV500 is in

the save mode or stop mode.

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

and played back for approximately 10 seconds at maximum.

• While the RET button is pressed, the record-mode is not

entered even if the VTR trigger button is pressed.

* During recording check, the following indications will

appear if the error rate increases due to head clogging,

etc.

• “RF” appears on the display panel.

• “HEAD CLOG” appears on the counter display.

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

Operation

1. Set the POWER switch to ON.

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. This

does not indicate a malfunction.

When the automatic tracking function is activated at the

start of the playback mode, digital noise may appear on

the playback image.This does not indicate a malfunction.

This unit does not allow manual tracking adjustment.

When playing back a tape recorded on another unit,

digital noise may appear during playback. This does not

indicate a malfunction.

Following the loading, the built-in head cleaner will emit

a sound while operating. This does not indicate a

malfunction.

2. 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.

See the instructions page 8 “Head Cleaning”.

Ⅲ 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 record-

pause mode.

•

3. Press the PLAY button.

The PLAY indicator lights and playback starts.

4. Press the STILL button to stop playback temporarily.

•

The STILL indicator lights and the unit enters the still

mode.

5.To re-start playback, press the PLAY button.

The STILL indicator goes out and playback starts again.

•

6.To stop playback, press the STOP button.

The PLAY indicator goes out and the unit enters the

stop mode.

8. PLAYBACK MODE

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

The GY-DV500 records SMPTE-standard time codes for U-ver. or EBU-standard time codes for E-ver. and user's bits. In the play or

the record mode, the reproduced time codes or user's bits are shown on the counter display.

• Time code data cannot be output through the unit's connectors.

8-2 Fast-Forward, Rewind

9-1 Displaying Time Code

REW button

FF button

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

LIGHT

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

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ALARM

5600k

LOG

REW

STOP

PLAY

STILL

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

Hour Min. Sec. Frame

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

Time code display

POWER

OFF

STOP button

OPERATE/WARNING

User’s bit display

LIGHT

OFF

OVER

AUTO OFF DEW

RESET

40 30

OVER SERVO RF

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NDF

HOLD

AUD LOCK

MONITOR

SELECT

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

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

COUNTER

CTL

BATT

REMAIN

REV FWD

ALARM

•

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.

COUNTER switch

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

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

LOLUX

The selected time codes can be shown on the counter display

during playback and recording as follows.

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

“TC”.

8-3 Search

ꢀ See page 69.

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

TC: Time codes are displayed.

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

REW button FF button

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.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

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ALARM

5600k

LOG

REW

STOP

PLAY

STILL

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SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

Ⅲ Setting the time code related switches

• Set the PRESET/REGEN switch to "PRESET".

• Set the REC/FREE switch.

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

PRESET/REGEN

switch

REC/FREE

switch

POWER

OFF

REC : The data preset in the time code generator runs

only during recording.

STOP button PLAY button

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

CH-1

CH-2

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

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.

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

FRONT

REAR

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

forward direction at about 10 times the normal speed.

•

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.

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

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

in the time code generator.

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

•

Press the REW button in play mode to search the tape in

the reverse direction at about 10 times the normal speed.

Ⅲ Setting the VCR Setup Menu (U-ver only)

Ⅲ Press the PLAY button to resume normal playback.

•

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

“TC”.

U-ver. only

Drop frame/Non-drop frame mode

Ⅲ Press the STOP button to stop.

Select the time code generator's framing mode using the VCR

Setup Menu item No. 416 NON DROP/DROP.

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.

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.

The non-drop frame mode is when no frames are dropped

and the actual time shift is neglected.

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.

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.

If No. 398 SSF MODE is not set to OFF, the time code

cannot be preset.

NDF

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

TIME CODE PRESETTING PROCEDURE (for U-ver.)

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

PRESETTING USER'S BIT DATA

1. Display the time code on the counter display.

2. HOLD button

4. SHIFT button

Ⅲ Display user's bit data on the counter display and perform

the same procedure as the time code presetting procedure.

Set the COUNTER switch to "TC".

RESET button

•

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

preset.

•

The user's bit can be specified using numerals or alphabetic

letters from 0 to F for each digit.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OVER

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

AUTO OFF DEW

CH-1

CH-2

RESET

40 30

OVER SERVO RF

OFF

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

2. Place the time code generator in preset mode.

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

MANUAL

AUD LOCK

AUDIO SELECT

MONITOR

SELECT

Note:

Press the HOLD button.

COUNTER

CTL

AUDIO INPUT

BATT

REMAIN

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

REV FWD

•

The "HOLD" indicator lights on the display to indicate

the preset mode. The first digit of the counter display

blinks.

Do not specify F in the user’s bit data.

FRONT

REAR

Specification of F results in a special setting and reading

of user’s bit data during playback may become impossible.

If all user’s bit digits are set to F, the data cannot be read.

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

3. Set the value of the blinking digit.

•

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.

Press the ADVANCE button.

3. ADVANCE

•

The value of the blinking digit changes.

PRESET

button

4. Change the blinking digit.

HOLD

Press the SHIFT button.

•

The blinking digit changes.

5. Set the desired value for all digits.

HOLD

Repeat steps 3. and 4. for each digit.

6. Preset the set data in the memory.

HOLD

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.

9-3 RecordingTime Codes in Continuation ofTime Codes Recorded onTape

HOLD

The GY-DV500 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.

•

Ⅲ If you preset a wrong time code, perform steps 2. 3. 4. 5. and

6. again.

TIME CODE PRESETTING PROCEDURE (for E-ver.)

PRESET/REGEN switch

Setting

1. Display the time code on the counter display.

Set the COUNTER switch to "TC".

• Time code up to 23 hrs. 59 min. 59 sec. 24 frames can be

preset.

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

2. HOLD button

4. SHIFT button

CH-1

CH-2

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

“TC”.

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

ꢀ See page 69.

FRONT

REAR

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

CH-1

CH-2

LITHIUM BATT.

Ⅲ Set the counter display to show time codes or user's bit data.

Ⅲ Set the PRESET/REGEN switch to REGEN.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

2. Place the time code generator in preset mode.

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

Press the HOLD button.

AUDIO INPUT

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

•

The time code run mode becomes unrelated to the REC/

FREE switch settings.

•

The "HOLD" indicator lights on the display to indicate

the preset mode. The first digit of the counter display

blinks.

FRONT

REAR

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

•

The time code framing mode automatically becomes the

mode (drop frame or non drop frame) already recorded on

the tape.

3. Set the value of the blinking digit.

Press the ADVANCE button.

3. ADVANCE

•

The value of the blinking digit changes.

PRESET

button

4. Change the blinking digit.

HOLD

Press the SHIFT button.

•

The blinking digit changes.

HOLD

5. Set the desired value for all digits.

Repeat steps 3. and 4. for each digit.

6. Preset the set data in the memory.

HOLD

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.

HOLD

•

If the REC/FREE switch is set to FREE, the time code

starts to run.

Ⅲ If you preset a wrong time code, perform steps 2. 3. 4. 5. and

6. again.

9. TIME CODE OPERATION

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

9-4 Reproducing Time Codes

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

During recording, the SSF 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.

The GY-DV500 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.

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.

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

“TC”.

ꢀ See page 69.

OPERATE/WARNING

Ⅲ CUE Mode:

LIGHT

Ⅲ Set the counter display to indicate time code or user's bit

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

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5600k

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.

ALARM

data.

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

Ⅲ Reproducing time codes

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

Press the PLAY button.

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

Scene

•

The “PB” indicator lights up on the display and the time

more then 5s.

POWER

code or userís bit data are indicated.

OFF

REC start

REC pause

Shooting started

with VTR trigger

CUE 1

CUE 2

CUE 3

time code data

Note:

time code data

•

When passing sections where the time code does not

continue during playback, the time code stops running.

The playback mode continues.

•

Leave an interval of at least

5 seconds between memoriza-

tion of CUE data.

If the TAKE button is pressed

within 5 seconds from the

previous point, the new point

is not memorized.

TAKE button

Note:

When a tape containing more than two hours of recorded

time codes is played back on DV video equipment for

normal consumer use, the time code may not be played

back correctly.

•

In the CUE mode, the REC

start/pause time code data

have an error margin of

approximately 3 frames.

Ⅲ 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.

Cut

REC start

REC pause

Shooting started

with VTR trigger

OUT

IN time

OUT

time code data

code data

time code data

Scene 1

Scene 2

TAKE button

•

In the MARK mode up to 119 scenes can be stored in memory. When the memory becomes full, the indication showing the

number of recorded scenes on the viewfinder screen becomes “M: - - -”.

However, if mixed with the CUE mode, the maximum number of scenes that can be stored decreases for each scene.

In the CUE mode up to 237 points can be stored in memory.

However, for each REC start/stop the maximum number of points that can be stored decreases by two points for each scene.

The same is true when the CUE mode is mixed with the MARK mode.

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.

Note:

•

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 page 63.

•

In the S.S.F. mode, the VTR save mode is not activated.

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

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

OPERATE/WARNING

Ⅲ In the record mode, press the NG button after the IN point

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

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5600k

has been stored or after the scene has been stored.

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

•

The S.S.F. data of the cut that you are currently shooting is

deleted.

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

When the NG button is pressed after the IN point has been

stored, the scene number is not updated.

POWER

OFF

* The S.S.F. data of previous cuts are not deleted.

Ⅲ In the record-pause mode, press the NG button.

^OFFZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

AUTO

WHITE

ACCU

At the point when the TAKE button is used to store the next

scene, the S.S.F. data of the immediately preceding cut is

deleted.

FOCUS

TAKE button

VTR

AUDIO

LEVEL CH-1

TAKE

NG button

Note:

VTR trigger button

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.

MARK Mode

1. Set the S.S.F. mode as MARK mode.

Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 S.S.F. MODE to

"MARK".

CUE Mode

1. Set the S.S.F. mode as CUE mode.

Set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 398 S.S.F. MODE to

"CUE".

ꢀ See page 69.

•

The MARK mode is indicated in the lower part of the

Status 1 screen in the viewfinder.

•

The CUE mode is indicated in the lower part of the Status

1 screen in the viewfinder.

10-4 Resetting S.S.F. Data

ACCU - FOCUS

Operation

1. Press the STOP button to enter the stop mode.

LOG

REW

STOP

PLAY

STILL

CUE mode

MARK mode

2. Press the RESET button while the LOG button is kept

CH1

CH2

- + -

6 0

CH1

CH2

- + -

6 0

Number of

memorized

scenes

* This indicator

is not indicat-

ing the number

of the CUE

point.

Number of

memorized

scenes

pressed.

099

1 2 . 4V

099

1 2 . 4V

F5 . 6

STBY

F5 . 6

STBY

•

All the S.S.F. data held in the memory are erased.

However, the reel number is not cleared.

2. LOG button 1. STOP button

2. Press the VTR trigger button to start the recording.

3. When you reach the scene that you want to memorize, press

Note:

2. Press the VTR trigger button to start the recording.

The unit is not provided with a function for reading out

the S.S.F. data from a tape.

Necessary data should be moved to another device

before resetting. Also, to read out the S.S.F. data from a

tape, please use the optional DV Videocassette

Recorder BR-DV600.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

the TAKE button.

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

3. When you reach the point that you want to memorize as

•

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.

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

the CUE point, press the TAKE button.

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

•

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.

Ⅲ Press the TAKE button each time you reach a point that

you want to memorize as CUE data.

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

4. When you reach the scene that you want to memorize as

the ending point, press the TAKE button again.

POWER

OFF

•

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.

2. RESET button

•

4. Stop the recording.

Press the VTR trigger button.

Ⅲ For each scene that you want to memorize, repeat steps

3. and 4.

5. Stop the recording.

Press the VTR trigger button.

Note:

•

Once the S.S.F. data has been written to a videocassette, it is not possible to record S.S.F. data to the tape again.

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

11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

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

11-1 Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector

S.S.F. data stored in the unitís memory can be written to the

beginning of tape.

Rear section of GY-DV500

LOG

REW

STOP

PLAY

STILL

Operation

1.STOP button

1. Press the STOP button to enter the stop mode.

2.LOG button

2.REW button

2. 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.

Video component with DV Connector

CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2

DC INPUT

TALLY

EARPHONE

DC OUTPUT

LINE

MIC

LINE

MIC

+48V

OPERATE/WARNING

RESET

LIGHT

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

ALARM

5600k

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

DV connector

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

About the Scene End Cue Up Function

POWER

OFF

Ⅲ 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.

DV cable

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

CH-1

CH-2

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

AUDIO INPUT

Connection

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

FRONT

REAR

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

Connect the DV connector on the GY-DV500 to the DV

connector on the video component using the DV cable.

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

Note:

CONTINUE button

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.

Settings

Ⅲ Recording the playback image or audio of the GY-DV500 on

the video component with DV connector

Ⅲ Recording the image of the video component with DV

connector on the GY-DV500

•

To remote control the playback operation of the GY-DV500

from the video component with DV connector, set the VCR

Setup Menu item No. 050 REMOTE SELECT to "IEEE1394".

•

To input the image via the DV connector, set the VCR Setup

Menu item No. 126 INPUT SELECT to "IEEE1394".

10-6 Outputting S.S.F. Data

Settings cannot be changed during recording.

ꢀ See page 68.

The S.S.F. data stored in the unit's memory can be output by

RS-232C control via the VTR REMOTE connector.

ꢀ See page 68.

↑

U-ver. only

PUSH

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV500

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

SYNC IN

TEST OUT

Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT

VTR

REMOTE

MIC IN

LENS

VTR REMOTE connector

11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

12. SETUP MENU

11-2 Connecting a PC

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.

PUSH

VCR SETUP MENU CONFIGURATION

The VCR Setup Menu is a two-layer construction.

DV CAMCORDER

GY-DV500

The VCR Setup Menu consists of seven 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.

RS-232C

VCR Setup Menu

LINE OUT

CH-1 CH-2

SYNC IN

TEST OUT

Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT

DV connector

VTR

REMOTE

MIC IN

LENS

Group Name

Item Menu Contents

TTL⇔RS-232C

VTR

000 SERVO/SYSTEM

Selection of remote control to control the unit

Selection of BACK TALLY lamp lighting pattern

RS-232C

converter cable

REMOTE connector

(Optional VC-P893)

100 VIDEO (U-ver. only)

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

MONITOR

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

OUT

connector

Non-linear editing controller

DV connector

300 SYSTEM

Selection of long pause/still duration

Selection of battery type

Selection of S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) mode

Selection of time code framing mode

400 TIME CODE (U-ver. only)

500 ON SCREEN

Selection of counter display method (Time code/Date/Time)

Display of hour meter (accumulated running time of head drum)

Connections

Connect the GY-DV500'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.

HM HOUR METER

Or connect the GY-DV500’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.

U-ver.

Viewfinder display

Item Menu

(example: AUDIO)

Group Menu

0 00 : SERVO / SYSTEM

1 00 : V I DEO

2 00 : AUD I O

3 00 : SYSTEM

4 00 : T IME CODE

5 00 : ON SCREEN

2 44 LOW CUT

OFF

Settings

MENU button

SELECT button

MENU button

2 45 : SAMPLE RATE

2 46 : FRONT VOLUME

4 8K

•

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 "RS232C". ꢀ See page 68.

Normal screen

ENABLE

: HOUR METER

To remote control the GY-DV500’s VCR using the DV connector’s IEEE1394 option, set the VCR Setup Menu item No. 050

REMOTE SELECT to “IEEE1394”. ꢀ See page 68.

Note:

•

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

settings on the VTR Setup Menu while the cable is not connected.

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

Status1 screen in the viewfinder.

DATA SET button

Counter display

Ⅲ The S.S.F. data stored in the unit's memory is output from the VTR REMOTE connector.

E-ver.

Item Menu

(example: AUDIO)

Viewfinder display

Group Menu

000 : SERVO / SYSTEM

100 : V I DEO

200 : AUD I O

300 : SYSTEM

400 : T IME CODE

244 LOW CUT

OFF

MENU button

SELECT button

MENU button

245 : SAMPLE RATE

246 : FRONT VOLUME

48K

Normal screen

500 : ON SCREEN

ENABLE

: HOUR METER

DATA SET button

Counter display

12. SETUP MENU

12-1 VCR Setup Menu (Cont'd)

VCR SETUP MENU CONTENTS

DISPLAYING AND SETTING VCR SETUP MENUS

Setting

Item

Factory

Setting

Value

Group

Contents

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

CH-1

CH-2

Upper row: Viewfinder display

Lower row: Counter display indication

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

AUDIO INPUT

RESET

OFF

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FRONT

REAR

SERVO

LOCAL

IEEE1394

RS232C

Selection of the method for remote control of the VCR. LOCAL

LOCAL : Choose this setting when the VCR should

be controlled using the operation buttons

on the GY-DV500 only.

IEEE1394 : Choose this setting when the VCR should

be remote controlled from a DV connector

equipped video component connected to

the DV connector on the rear section of the

GY-DV500.

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

050: REMOTE SELECT

rnSL

5600k+ND

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

/SYSTEM

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

POWER

OFF

2. 4. 3. 5.

"MENU" indication

RS232C : Choose this setting for control by means of

the VCR remote control signal from the VTR

REMOTE connector on the GY-DV500.

1. Engaging the VCR Setup Menu mode.

The operation buttons on the GY-DV500 remain

effective even when set to IEEE1394 or RS232C.

Viewfinder

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.

000 : SERVO / SYSTEM

1 00 : V I DEO

2 00 : AUD I O

000 : SERVO / SYSTEM

200 : AUD I O

300 : SYSTEM

500 : ON SCREEN

OFF

BLINK

Selection of the lighting pattern of the BACK TALLY lamp BLINK

on the rear section during recording.

082: BACK TALLY MODE

rtMd

300 : SYSTEM

4 0 0

500 : ON SCREEN

HM : HOUR METER

I ME CODE

: HOUR METER

OFF

: The lamp is always off.

Note:

: The lamp lights during recording. It remains

off until the VTR trigger button is pressed

to start the recording.

When a cable is connected to theVTR REMOTE connector,

the VTR Setup Menu is not displayed in the viewfinder.

GROUP menu screen for U-ver.

Counter display

GROUP menu screen for E-ver.

BLINK

: The lamp lights during recording. It blinks

when the VTR trigger button is pressed to

start the recording.

2. Selecting the GROUP.

Press the GROUP button.

VIDEO

(U-ver. only)

CAMERA

IEEE1394

Selection of the input video signal.

CAMERA

•

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.

126: INPUT SELECT

vld

Settings cannot be changed during recording.

CAMERA : Camera image is input.

IEEE1394 : The image from the DV connector equipped

video component connected to the DV

connector on the rear section is input.

2 44

245 : SAMPLE RATE

2 4 6 FRONT VOLUME

LOW CUT

OFF

IEEE1394

48K

3. Open the Item menu of the selected GROUP.

ENABLE

Press the SELECT button.

AUDIO

244: LOW CUT

OFF

CH1

CH2

CH1 &

CH2

To select whether or not the low frequencies of the audio OFF

signal from the audio input connectors are cut. Set to

ON to reduce the wind noise of the microphone.

4. Selecting the Item.

Press the ITEM button.

Item menu screen

•

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.

OFF

CH1

The CH1 and CH2 low frequencies are not cut.

: Only the low frequencies of the audio signal

input to the CH1 channel are cut.

LctF

CH2

: Only the low frequencies of the audio signal

input to the CH2 channel are cut.

5. Changing the setting value of the item.

Press the SELECT button and select the setting value.

Ⅲ When multiple items should be set, repeat the operations

of steps 4. and 5.

CH1& CH2 :The low frequencies are cut for both CH1

and CH2.

DATA SET

245: SAMPLING RATE

snPL

32K

48K

To select the sampling rate for digital PCM audio recording. 48K

Ⅲ To set menu items in other groups, press the MENU

button. When the relevant group menu is displayed,

perform the setting.

Ⅲ When the GROUP button is pressed, the items of the

higher order group menu are displayed.

32K

: Digital recording occurs with 12-bit, 32 kHz

sampling

48K

: Digital recording occurs with 16-bit 48 kHz

sampling.

DATA SET display

The DV format offers recording tracks for up to 4

channel when recording using 12-bit, 32 kHz

sampling.The GY-DV500 records two of these tracks.

The GY-DV500 does not allow after-recording.

6. 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-DV500's

memory. The display returns to the normal screen mode

when data has been saved.

246: FRONT VOLUME

ENABLE

DISABLE

ENABLE

To select whether or not the front section recording level ENABLE

control should be operative. The front section recording

level control only affects the audio signal recorded on CH1.

DISABLE : Use of the front section recording level

control is disabled.

ENABLE : Use of the front section recording level

control is enabled.

Ⅲ 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.

FruL

The CH-1 recording level control on the side section

works regardless of the setting.

12. SETUP MENU

12-1 VCR Setup Menu (Cont'd)

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).

Setting

Item

Factory

Setting

Value

Group

Contents

Upper row: Viewfinder display

Lower row: Counter display indication

•

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.

SYSTEM

307: LONG PAUSE

TIME

3MIN

30MIN

To select the time (minutes) before the save mode (drum

head rotation stopped) is engaged when the record-

pause, still or stop condition continues.

3MIN : 3 minutes

30MIN

Use SCENE FILE A or B to store and retain the contents of menu settings that remain more or less

fixed.

LGPt

•

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.

30MIN : 30 minutes

When used in a cold environment, the setting will be

3 minutes regardless of the setting.

When shooting, select the file with the menu settings to be used from among the three SCENE FILE files on the CAMERA MENU

screen.

396: BATTERY TYPE

bAtt

12V

13.2V

14.4V

To be set in accordance with the used battery back type.

12V

VF D I SPLAY

12V

: Choose this setting when using 12V battery

(12V DC Flat Shape type).

13.2V : Choose this setting when using 13.2V battery

(Anton-Bauer Trimpack 13, Propack 13,

Magnum 13, Compack 13).

14.4V : Choose this setting when using 14.4V battery

(Anton-Bauer Trimpack 14, Propack 14,

SCENE F I LE

F . NO D I SPLAY

AUD I O D I SPLAY

SAFETY ZONE

REC T I ME

: ON

: OFF

: REMA I N

: 70

ZEBRA

- 8 0%

PAGE BACK

Magnum 14, Compack 14).

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.

OPERAT I ON

SCENE F I LE

SHUTTER

: STEP

: NONE

: 0dB

: 9d B

: 18dB

FAW

GA I N

OFF

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.

398: SSF MODE

SSF

OFF

CUE MODE

MARK MODE

SMOOTH TRANS

PAGE BACK

: OFF

OFF

CUE MODE : Selects the CUE mode.

When the TAKE button is pressed, the

: S.S.F. function is not available.

CAMERA MENU

PROCESS

ADVANCED PROCESS

SCENE F I LE

- -

SCENE F I LE

VF D I SPLAY MENU .

OPERAT I ON MENU .

PROCESS MENU .

F I LE MANAGE .

: A

SCENE F I LE

MASTER BLACK

: NORMAL

: MIDDLE

COLOR MATR I X

GAMMA

SK I N COLOR ADJUST .

: ON

: NORMA L

time code data of the scene recorded

at that point is stored in the memory.

MARK MODE: Selects the MARK mode.

DETA I L

DTL . V / H BAL

DTL . FREQUENCY

SK I N DTL DETECT

PAGE BACK

SETUP MENU .

: OF

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.

EX I T

RESOLUT I ON

: NORMAL

ADVANCED PROCESS

PAGE BACK

F I LE MANAGE

For details on the S.S.F. function, see page 60.

SCENE F I LE

•

When theVCR 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.

STORE F I LE

STORE

RESET F I LE

: A

: OFF

RESET

PAGE BACK

Selection of the time code generator's framing mode as

either drop or non-drop mode.

DROP : The internal time code generator runs in drop

mode. Choose this setting when emphasizing

the recorded time.

NON DROP: The internal time code generator runs in

non drop mode. Choose this setting when

emphasizing the frame number.

TIME CODE

(U-ver. only)

STORE OK?

416: NON DROP/DROP

tcG

DROP

NON DROP

DROP

Normal screen

SK I N COLOR ADJUST

SETUP -

PHASE

: 128

: OFF

SC PHASE

CAM M I C +48V

PAGE BACK

Selection of the appearance of the counter display when

the COUNTER switch is set to “TC” or “UB”.

SCREEN

516: DISPLAY SELECT

dSP

CLOCK

ERORR

: The time code is displayed.

SK I N COLOR DET .

SK I N COLOR RANGE

PAGE BACK

EXECUTE

: NORMA L

CLOCK: The date/time is displayed.

12. SETUP MENU

12-3 How to Select from the Camera Menu

12-4 VF Display Screen

1. Press the STATUS button for 1 second to display the

Item

F NO.

Function, Operation

Variation Range Initial Setting

CAMERA MENU screen in the viewfinder.

Selects whether or not the F-number of the lens iris is displayed on the ON

2. Choose the file with the camera menu settings to be used.

DISPLAY

Status 1 screen.

OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

(SCENE FILE A, B or OFF)

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

ON ........................ F-number is displayed.

OFF....................... F-number is not displayed.

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.

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

•

The area with the setting value starts blinking, and the

value can now be changed.

POWER

OFF

AUDIO

DISPLAY

Selects whether or not the audio indicator is displayed on the Status 1 ON

Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to select the setting

value. (A, B or OFF)

screen.

OFF

ON ........................ Audio indicator is displayed.

OFF....................... Audio indicator is not displayed.

•

Press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the arrow.

The setting value stops blinking but remains lit.

STATUS button

2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8.

SHUTTER dial

3. 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.

SAFETY ZONE Selects the safety zone setting.

OFF

SHUTTER

•

The selected menu screen appears in the viewfinder.

ꢀ See "Safety Zone" on page 29.

ZONE 1

ZONE 2

ZONE 3

4. 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.

REC TIME

Sets whether the remaining tape recording time orTIME CODE is displayed TIME CODE

REMAIN

on the Status 1 screen.

REMAIN

TIME CODE .......... TIME CODE is displayed.

5. Change the setting value.

CURSOR Item

Setting value

* The time code is displayed even if the VCR Setup

Menu item No. 516 DISPLAY SELECT is set to

“CLOCK”.

Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to change the setting

value, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of

the arrow.

CAMERA MENU

SCENE F I LE

VF D I SPLAY MENU

OPERAT I ON MENU

PROCESS MENU

F I LE STORE

SETUP MENU

EX I T

: A

REMAIN ................ Remaining time is displayed.

•

The setting value stops blinking but remains lit.

Ⅲ

To change multiple items, repeat steps 4. and 5. above.

6. 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.

ZEBRA

Switches the luminance level of the subject sections where the zebra 70-80%

pattern is displayed. 85-95%

70-80% ................. Zebra pattern is displayed in sections with luminance OVER95%

levels between 70% and 80%.

85-95% ................. Zebra pattern is displayed in sections with luminance

levels between 85% and 90%.

70-80%

OVER100%

Ⅲ

To change the settings of other menu screens, perform

CAMERA MENU screen

the operations described in steps 3. to 6. above.

7. 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.

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%.

Setting value

Item

ꢀ See "FILE MANAGE Screen" on page 76.

VF D I SPLAY

It is not necessary to perform the file storage operations

for changes made to the SETUP MENU.

SCENE F I LE

F . NO D I SPLAY

AUD I O D I SPLAY

SAFETY ZONE

REC T I ME

OFF

REMA I N

8. Complete the CAMERA MENU setting.

PAGE BACK

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with

the cursor at this position.

–

ZEBRA

- 8 0%

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.

PAGE BACK

•

The normal screen returns in the viewfinder.

VF DISPLAY MENU screen

12. SETUP MENU

12-5 OPERATION Screen

12-6 PROCESS Screen

Item

Function, Operation

Variation Range Initial Setting

Item

Function, Operation

Variation Range Initial Setting

The SHUTTER button on the right side section is used to select STEP for STEP

fixed shutter speed orV.SCAN variable scanning rate for shooting computer VARIABLE

monitor screens.

STEP .............. Enables setting of different fixed shutter speeds.

[1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000] : U-ver.

[1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000] : E-ver.

VARIABLE....... Selected when shooting computer monitor screens, etc.

[Variable range: 60.1 to 2084.6 Hz, 60.3 to 2084.6 Hz (V.

MAX mode)] : U-ver.

STEP

MASTER

BLACK

Adjusts the pedestal level (master black), which is the reference of black. MAX (100)

NORMAL

MIDDLE

SHUTTER

• To increase the pedestal level...... Increase the number. (UP)

• To decrease the pedestal level .... Decrease the number. (DOWN)

99 201

gradations

NORMAL (0)

-99

MIN (-100)

[Variable range: 50.1 to 2067.8 Hz, 50.3 to 2067.8 Hz (V.

MAX mode)] : E-ver.

DETAIL

Adjusts the detail enhancement level.

MAX (9)

• To sharpen details ....................... Increase the number. (UP)

• To soften details ........................... Decrease the number. (DOWN)

gradations

Selects the W.BAL switch ( on page 13) position to which the FAW (Full- NONE

NONE

NORMAL (0)

-5

FAW

Time 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.

PRESET

MIN (-6)

DTL. V/H

BAL

Sets the direction, horizontal (H) or vertical (V), in which stronger detail H-MAX (4)

enhancement is applied.

To strengthen the H enhancement ... ..Increase the number (UP).

To strengthen the V enhancement ... ..Decrease the number (DOWN).

gradations

Selects the gain value in each position of the GAIN switch (9 on page –3dB

L: 0dB

M: 9dB

H: 18dB

NORMAL (0)

-3

GAIN L

GAIN M

GAIN H

Note:

13).

0dB

6dB

While the LOLUX function is operating, the setting value is fixed at

NORMAL and “FIX” is displayed.

9dB

H-MIN (-4)

12dB

18dB

ALC

DTL.

FREQUENCY

Varies the detail enhancement level by changing the detail enhancement HIGH

frequency. Set in accordance with the subject

HIGH ............. Applies strong detail enhancement.

Used to shoot subjects with fine patterns.

MIDDLE

LOW

MIDDLE ........ Applies medium detail enhancement.

LOW .............. Applies weak detail enhancement.

Smoothens the transition when the GAIN switch

(

on page 13), or ON

OFF

SMOOTH

TRANS

WHT.BAL switch

(

) is switched over and achieves gradual change in OFF

Used to shoot subjects with large patterns.

Note:

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.

While the LOLUX function is operating, the setting value is fixed at

MIDDLE and “FIX” is displayed.

SKIN DTL

DETECT

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 84.

OFF

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with

the cursor at this position.

–

PAGE BACK

Increases the vertical resolution.

NORMAL

V.MAX

NORMAL

RESOLUTION • NORMAL .... Vertical resolution 380 lines.

• V.MAX ......... Vertical resolution 450 lines

Note:

The sensitivity is degraded and the bright sections may be colored

depending on the subject.

ADVANCED

PROCESS

ADVANCED PROCESS

Displays the ADVANCED PROCESS Screen.

ꢀ See "ADVANCED PROCESS Screen" on page 75.

PAGE BACK

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with

the cursor at this position.

–

12. SETUP MENU

12-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen

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.

Item

COLOR

Function, Operation

Variation Range Initial Setting

•

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.

Sets the color matrix

MATRIX

OFF...... Deactivates the color matrix function

ON ....... The color reproducibility is enhanced, but noise increases.

OFF

•

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.

CAUTION:

During the LOLUX operation, COLOR MATRIX is fixed to the OFF

setting and "FIX" is displayed.

Storage Operation

GAMMA

Correction of the gamma curve to decide the reproducibility of black color. MAX (8)

NORMAL

1. Press the STATUS button for about 1 second to display the

•

To enhance the black color reproducibility. However, halftones will be

lost for white section

CAMERA MENU screen.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

2. 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.

............... Increase the number

gradations

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

•

When reproducibility of the black color is not so important

............... Decrease the number

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

NORMAL (0)

-7

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

•

The FILE MANAGE screen appears in the viewfinder.

CAUTION:

POWER

OFF

3. Choose the file to save in (A or B).

•

During LOLUX operation, "FIX" is displayed because GAMMA is fixed

at the MIN value.

MIN (-8)

Turn the SHUTTER dial to select the STORE FILE item,

and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of

the arrow.

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.

2. 3. 4. 5.

SHUTTER dial

1. STATUS button

SKIN COLOR

ADJUST

Pressing the SHUTTER dial once when the cursor is at this position

switches the screen to display the SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen.

SHUTTER

4. Save the menu settings.

PAGE BACK

The PROCESS MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with

the cursor at this position.

–

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.

CAMERA MENU

SCENE F I LE

VF D I SPLAY MENU

OPERAT I ON MENU

PROCESS MENU

F I LE MANAGE

SETUP MENU

EX I T

: A

12-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen

5. 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.

Cursor

Item

Function, Operation

Variation Range Initial Setting

•

The CAMERA MENU screen returns in the viewfinder.

SKIN COLOR Sets whether it is possible to change the color used by the Skin Detail STOP

STOP

DETECT

function.

EXECUTE

Memo:

EXECUTE ...... Choose this setting to allow detection of the color used by

the Skin Detail function.

STOP ............. Choose this setting to stop detection of the color used by

the Skin Detail function.

•

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.

CAMERA MENU screen

F I LE MANAGE

ꢀ See "Using the Skin Detail Function" on page 84.

SCENE F I LE

STORE F I LE

STORE

RESET F I LE

: A

: OFF

SKIN COLOR The setting of this item can only be changed when the SKIN COLOR WIDE

RANGE

NORMAL

Cursor

DETECT item is set to EXECUTE.

This setting is for adjusting the skin color range where Skin Detail functions. (33 gradations)

(When this item is selected, the area where the Skin 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

+19

RESET

PAGE BACK

STORE OK?

NORMAL

-11

SCENE FILE OFF: The contents become the menu

contents of the changed settings.

Increasing the range . ...... Decrease the number

NARROW

Ⅲ

Resetting the menu settings to the initial settings is also

done using the FILE MANAGE screen.

FILE MANAGE screen

PAGE BACK

The ADVANCED PROCESS MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is

pressed with the cursor at this position.

–

ꢀ See "Resetting the Camera Menu Settings" on page 78.

For servicing

See the service manual page 1-17 “1.12 CHANGING THE COLOR MATRIX SETTING”.

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12. SETUP MENU

12-11 Resetting of Camera Menu Setting Values

12-10 SETUP Screen

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.

Item

Function, Operation

Variation Range Initial Setting

H PHASE

For adjusting the horizontal phase of the unit in relation to the signal

(external sync signal) input through the SYNC IN connector on the left

side of the unit.

256

128

Delaying the horizontal phase of the unit in relation to the external sync

signal .

Reset Operation

................... Increase the number

Speeding up the horizontal phase of the unit in relation to the external

sync signal .

1. Press the STATUS button for about 1 second to display the

CAMERA MENU screen.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

................... Decrease the number

2. Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the FILE

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

Adjustment is not possible if the external sync signal is not input. Possible

values are indicated by ***.

ALARM

MANAGE item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the

direction of the arrow.

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

•

The FILE MANAGE screen appears in the viewfinder.

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

SC PHASE

For adjusting the sub-carrier (SC) of the unit in relation to the signal

(external sync signal) input through the SYNC IN connector on the left

side of the unit.

Rotating the sub-carrier clockwise in relation to the external sync signal

................... Increase the number

256

3. Choose the file of the CAMERA MENU to be reset (A, B,

128

POWER

OFF

OFF or ALL)

•

If ALL is selected, all the CAMERA MENU files will be

reset.

2. 3. 4. 5.

SHUTTER dial

1. STATUS button

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.

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 ***.

Turn the SHUTTER dial to select the file to be reset,

and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of the

arrow.

The phase will change when the power is turned on/off. The SC phase

must be adjusted each time the power is turned on.

SHUTTER

4. Reset the camera menu settings.

CAM MIC +48V To set whether or not 48V voltage should be applied to the MIC IN connector ON

Turn the SHUTTER dial to align the cursor with the RESET

item, and then press the SHUTTER dial in the direction of

the arrow.

on the front section.

OFF

ON ............. 48V applied.

OFF............ 48V not applied.

•

The “RESET OK?” message 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 CAMERA MENU settings of the

selected file are reset to the initial settings.

PAGE BACK

The CAMERA MENU returns when the SHUTTER dial is pressed with

the cursor at this position.

–

CAMERA MENU

5. 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.

SCENE F I LE

VF D I SPLAY MENU

OPERAT I ON MENU

PROCESS MENU

F I LE MANAGE

SETUP MENU

EX I T

: A

Cursor

•

The CAMERA MENU screen returns in the viewfinder.

CAMERA MENU screen

F I LE MANAGE

SCENE F I LE

STORE F I LE

STORE

RESET F I LE

: A

: OFF

RESET

PAGE BACK

Cursor

RESET OK?

FILE MANAGE screen

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment

ADJUSTMENT OF LENS IRIS

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

OPERAT I ON

The FAW function adjusts the white balance

value automatically as the lighting condition

changes.

The lens iris can be adjusted using any of the

SCENE F I LE

SHUTTER

: STEP

: NONE

: 0 dB

following three methods.

FAW

GA I N

• Automatic adjustment

Iris ring

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.

: 9d B

: 18dB

Set the iris mode switch to "A" (Auto).

The iris is adjusted automatically according to the brightness

of the object.

SMOOTH TRANS

PAGE BACK

: OFF

• Manual adjustment

Set the iris mode switch to "M" (Manual).

The iris can be adjusted manually by rotating the iris ring.

Setting procedure

The FAW function can be activated with item "FAW" on the

OPERATION Menu.

• Temporary auto iris adjustment

This item allows allocation of the FAW function to the A, B or

PRST position of the WHT.BAL selector switch.

ꢀ See "OPERATION Screen" on page 73.

During manual iris adjustment, the auto iris adjustment mode

is activated only while this button is held depressed.

RET

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

Ⅲ Changing the auto iris adjustment setup

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

CAUTION:

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

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 83.

MONITOR

Temporary auto iris

button

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.

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

Iris mode switch

POWER

OFF

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

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.

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.

POWER

OFF

ZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

AUTO

WHITE

ACCU

FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

WHT.BAL selector switch

•

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%.

ZEBRA switch

ꢀ See "VF DISPLAY MENU Screen" on page 72.

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-3 Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer Monitor

13-4 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment

The gain should be switched when the brightness is insufficient due to poor lighting conditions.

Ⅲ 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.

GAIN SWITCHING

Band

This switch allows the gain to be boosted when the illumination

of the subject is insufficient.

GAIN switch

Switch Position

Factory-Set Gain

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

0dB

9dB

Video monitor

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

18dB

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.

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.

POWER

OFF

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

Set it to L (0 dB) in normal use.

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

ALARM

5600k

5600k+ND

Ⅲ The gain set for each of the switch positions can be changed

with "GAIN" on the OPERATION MENU screen.

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

Ⅲ Variable Scan [V.SCAN]

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

•

Basic operation

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

Ⅲ It is also possible to use the ALC function that varies the gain

automatically.

ꢀ See page 73 for details.

Set the SHUTTER item on the OPERATION MENU screen

to VARIABLE. Then move the SHUTTER knob upwards or

downwards to change the shutter speed.

POWER

OFF

CAUTION:

Ⅲ To make the gain transition smoother, set “SMOOTH TRANS”

on the OPERATION MENU to “ON”.

ꢀ See page 73.

However, note that the SMOOTH TRANS function is not

available if gain is set to ALC.

SHUTTER dial

(The speed is displayed on the viewfinder screen.)

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.

•

Compatible frequencies

The variable scan function is compatible with scanning

frequencies in the following range.

60.1 to 2084.6 Hz (U-ver.)

OPERAT I ON

SCENE F I LE

SHUTTER

50.1 to 2067.8 Hz (E-ver.)

: VAR I ABLE

: NONE

: 0 dB

FAW

CAUTION:

GA I N

: 9d B

This function is not compatible with slow-speed computer

monitors with a vertical scanning speed of 60 Hz (U-ver.)/

50 Hz (E-ver.).

: 18dB

SMOOTH TRANS

PAGE BACK

: OFF

GAIN BOOST UNDER LOLUX CONDITION

LOLUX on/off button

The LOLUX button is used when the illumination is still

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.

OPERATION MENU screen

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

"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 about 2 seconds.

POWER

Ⅲ 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.

OFF

[Relationship between gain, iris and shutter]

0.7 Lx

8 Lx

32 Lx

FULL AUTO SHOOTING

2000 Lx

4200 Lx

18000 Lx

1/60 (U-ver.)

1/50 (E-ver.)

1/240 (U-ver.)

1/200 (E-ver.)

33 dB

12dB

ALC

0 dB

LOLUX

AUTOMATIC IRIS

EEI

F1.4

F11

F16

13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

13-5 Switch Setup According to Illumination and Subject

13-6 How to Use Skin Detail

The contour emphasis in the skin color areas of the video signal can be controlled and made to appear gentle and smooth.

Various switch settings are performed to accommodate the conditions of the illumination and the subject when shooting.

Ⅲ

Setting the Color and Range of the Skin Detail

Function

SWITCH FUNCTIONS

OPERATE/WARNING

1AUTO IRIS LEVEL switch

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

This switch allows the reference value for the auto iris

adjustment to be changed according to the lighting condition.

BACK. L : When the subject is in backlit conditions.

Sets the Auto Iris reference value to a value that

is about 1 step wider than the standard setting.

NORMAL: Normal lighting condition.

SPOT. L : When the subject is under a spotlight.

Sets the Auto Iris reference value to a value that

is about 1 step narrower than the standard setting.

5600k+ND

1. Press the STATUS button for about 1 second to display the

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CAMERA MENU screen.

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

AUTO IRIS LEVEL

switch

BLACK stretch/black

compress setting switch

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

POWER

2. 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.

OFF

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

1.STATUS button

SHUTTER dial

2.~ 8.

3. 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.

SHUTTER

2BLACK stretch/black compress switch

This switch makes the image easier to see by varying the

black gain.

POWER

OFF

BLACK STRETCH

Boosts the gain of black areas to

improve the reproducibility of black.

Normal black gain.

4. 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.

NORMAL

CAMERA MENU

BLACK COMPRESS : Attenuates the gain of black areas

SCENE F I LE

VF D I SPLAY MENU

OPERAT I ON MENU

PROCESS MENU

F I LE MANAGE

SETUP MENU

EX I T

: A

to make the image sharper.

•

The frame shown on the screen indicates the detection

area of the skin detail function.

Cursor

5. 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.

FULL AUTO SHOOTING (FAS) FUNCTION

PROCESS

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.

SCENE F I LE

MASTER BLACK

DETA I

DTL V / H BAL

DTL . FREQUENCY

SK I N COLOR DETECT : OFF

RESOLUT I ON : NORMAL

: NORMAL

6. 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.

FULL AUTO

indicator

FULL AUTO\

shooting button

LOW

ADVANCED PROCESS

PAGE BACK

The FAS function provides an integrated control of the ALC

(Automatic Level Control), Auto iris and FAW (Full-time Auto

White balance) functions.

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

STRETCH

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

•

The areas recognized by the skin detail function appear

with superimposed zebra patterns.

NORMAL

COMPRESS

PROCESS screen

•

If the color is not recognized as a color that the skin detail

function works with, "ERROR" is displayed on the screen.

ADVANCED PROCESS

Operation

SCENE F I LE

COLOR MATR I X

GAMMA

: ON

: NORMA L

1. 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.

SK I N COLOR ADJUST

PAGE BACK

POWER

7. If you want to change the color range recognized by the

OFF

skin 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.

2. Pressing the FULL AUTO button again cancels the FAS

mode and turns the FULL AUTO indicator off.

ADVANCED PROCESS screen

SK I N COLOR ADJUST

The area with the setting value starts blinking, and

the value can now be changed.

Ⅲ Automatic Setting Contents

•

If you have been displaying the color bars, the screen is

switched automatically to the camera image.

Turn the SHUTTER dial up or down to widen or narrow the

color range.

• Adjust the range while observing the zebra patterns.

To decide the color range, press the SHUTTER dial in

the direction of the arrow.

Detection

area

ERORR

The auto iris adjustment mode is entered even if the iris mode

switch of the lens is set to manual.

SK I N COLOR DET .

SK I N COLOR RANGE

PAGE BACK

: EXECUTE

: NORMA L

The GAIN switch and WHT.BAL switch settings are defeated

in the FAS mode.

CAUTION:

The setting value stops blinking but remains lit.

SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen

•

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.

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.

8. To stop the SKIN COLOR ADJUST operation, align the

cursor (>) with BACK PAGE and press the SHUTTER dial

in the direction of the arrow.

• 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.

•

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.

SKIN COLOR ADJUST screen

For servicing

See the service manual page 2-7 “2.4.3 Cleaning”.

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13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting

13-6 How to Use Skin Detail (Cont’d)

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 : These indications are given to provide warning on the status of the unit, for example when the tape or battery

pack should be replaced.

Ⅲ Confirming the color tone area adjusted

with the Skin Detail function

• Error code display: In case an error occurs during operation, the unit self-diagnoses the cause and shows the diagnostics results

on the counter display. When this happens, the unit stops operation automatically or ejects the videocassette.

When the ZEBRA switch on the front section is pressed to the

“SKIN AREA”side, the color tone areas adjusted with Skin Detail

are displayed in the viewfinder.

ALARM INDICATIONS

SERVO

indicator

WARNING indicator

RF indicator

Li indicator

OFF

ZEBRA

OVER

CH 1

AUTO OFF DEW

SERVO RF L i

SKIN

AUTO

40 30

AREA

WHITE

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

CH 2

RESET

OFF

ACCU

FOCUS

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

32k

48k

NDF

HOLD

5600k+ND

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

LEVEL CH-1

AUD LOCK

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

BATT

REMAIN

REV FWD

POWER

OFF

TALLY lamp

ZEBRA switch

Remaining tape

time display

Remaining battery

power display

ALARM

When an alarm is indicated, the unit operates in the following ways.

Alarm Indicator

on VCR Display

Symptom

VCR Operation and Remedy

ACCU - FOCUS

DEW

Indicates dew formation (condensation).

Operation : The VTR rejects operation.

Remedy : Leave the power on, and wait until

the indication disappears.

Ⅲ Using the Skin Detail Function

SERVO

(Counter display)

“SYnc inh”

Lights in the case of troubles with the drum servo Operation : During recording the mode becomes

To use the skin detail function set on the SKIN COLOR ADJUST

screen, set the SKIN DTL DETECT item on the PROCESS

menu to “ON”.

during recording. Lights when the input sync

signal is disturbed or the unit is subjected to

physical shock. (Displayed only in record mode)

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.

"SD"

While the Skin Detail function operates, the “SD” indicator is

displayed on the Status 0 and Status 1 screen in the viewfinder.

display

In other cases, please consult the person in

charge of professional video equipment at your

nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

Lights in case of video head clogging.

(Head clogging is detected and indicated during Remedy : Clean the head with the special head

playback and recording check using the RET

button on the lens section.)

Operation : Continues.

STATUS 0

(Counter display)

“HEAd CLoG”

cleaning tape. (See page 7 and the

separate sheet “Precautions for Use

of Head Cleaning Tape”.)

(Counter display)

Pc TAPE

Improper cassette type

Operation : Operation stops.

Remedy : Use recordable MiniDV cassette for

recording video and audio.

Lights when the lithium battery for backup of time Operation : Continues.

code generator and date/time data is exhausted. Remedy : Replace with a new lithium battery.

See page 34.

Operation : Continues.

Remaining tape time

REMAIN

* About 2 minutes before tape end. (The TALLY

lamp and alarm sound are activated only in

the record mode.)

* When the tape has ended completely.

Operation : Stops.

Operation : Continues.

Remedy : Replace battery pack early.

Remaining battery power

When the remaining battery capacity is low.

BATT

When the battery capacity drops to an insufficient Operation : Stops automatically.

level. The camera may generate abnormal signals.

This is not a malfunction.

BATT

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

Alarm Indications (Cont'd)

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

WARNINGS IN VIEWFINDER

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 Warning Lamps

Ⅲ 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.

Alarm Indications

Viewfinder

WARNING Lamp

REC Lamp BATT. Lamp

WARNING

TALLY

Lamp

LCD Display

Alarm Tone

•

VTR WARNING (HEAD):

On Screen Display

Indicator

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.)

"DEW"

indicator

REC

VTR WARNING (DEW)

BATT

ALARM

"SERVO"

indicator

"SYnc inh"

indicator

Battery lamp

REC/ALARM lamp

•

VTR WARNING (SERVO):

Lights in the case of drum servo trouble during recording.

VTR WARNING (SERVO)

VTR WARNING (DEW):

Lights when condensation occurs in the unit.

"RF"

1. BATTERY lamp

indicator

"HEAd CLoG"

indicator

VTR WARNING (HEAD)

This red lamp lights under the following circumstance.

Lights red : • When the battery voltage becomes too low

for the camera to operate.

VTR WARNING (STOP):

Lights in case the unit stops operating.

(Only during the interval from when the VTR trigger

button is pressed and until recording starts.)

VTR WARNING (HARD):

Lights when abnormality occurs in the unit.

"Li"

indicator

2. REC/ALARM lamp

This lamp lights or blinks green under the following

conditions.

VTR WARNING (REW):

Lights when abnormality occurs with tape rewind operation.

Remaining

tape time

Lights Green : • While recording

Blinks Green : • During the interval where the unit

switches from record-pause to record

mode.

TAPE NEAR END

About 2 min. before tape end.

TAPE END

CLOSE CASSETTE COVER:

Lights when the cassette cover has not been closed.

REMAIN

(In record mode only)

REC INHIBIT:

• Immediately before the tape runs out or

has run out.

• If the unit malfunctions.

Indicated when an unrecordable videocassette (the switch

on the back of the cassette is set to SAVE) is loaded.

Remaining

battery power

•

NO TAPE:

Ⅲ Character display warnings:

Lights when the VTR trigger button is pressed with no

videocassette loaded.

LOW BATTERY

BATT

LOW BATTERY : This blinks when the battery level

becomes too low.

TAPE NEAR END: Less than 3 minutes tape remaining.

(Except for play

/search mode)

BATT

TAPE END

: The tape has run out.

V TR WARN I NG ( HEAD )

Status 0 or

Status 1 mode

Ⅲ Warnings on the White Balance Function

•

AUTO WHITE A, B

NG: OBJECT

Improper object.

•

Check whether the object being

shot is white enough.

•

Check that selected filter suits the

illumination conditions.

Viewfinder

Amount of incident light insufficient.

On Screen

Display

•

AUTO WHITE A, B

•

Check to see if it is necessary to

increase illumination or perform

iris adjustment.

ERROR: LOW LIGHT

VTR WARNING (SERVO)

Amount of incident light excessive.

AUTO WHITE A, B

REC

•

Check to see if illumination and iris

adjustment are appropriate.

BATT

ALARM

BATT lamp

REC lamp

ERROR: OVER LIGHT

AUTO WH I T E

NG : OB J ECT

For servicing

←

See the service manual page 1-22 “1.16 WARNING CODES”.

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

In the case of troubles occurring during operation of the GY-DV500, 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-DV500 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.

TROUBLES WITH ERROR CODE OUTPUTS

Error Code

3200

Error Details

GY-DV500 Operation

Remedy

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 JVC-

authorized service agent.

Tape loading impossible.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

3300

4000

4100

Tape unloading impossible.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

WARNING indicator

Irregular cassette intake

operation.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

TALLY lamp

Irregular eject operation.

Cassette housing abnormality.

Tape is cut.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

VTR WARNING (HARD)

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

4200

5605

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

TALLY

lamp

VTR WARNING (DEW)

POWER

Operation stops. All operations Open the cassette cover by using the

OFF

EARPHONE

are rejected.

EJECT switch and then switch the

power ON again.

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 JVC-

authorized service agent.

5606 to 5607

5702

Tape is slack.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

ALARM

tone

Tape end sensor error.

Tape beginning sensor error.

Drum rotation stopped.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

Dew condensation

indicator

Auto-OFF indicator:

Lights depending on the error code.

When this indicator lights, the

GY-DV500 will automatically stop

operation or eject the cassette. The

GY-DV500 does not accept any

operation.

5802

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

AUTO OFF

DEW

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 JVC-

authorized service agent.

7001

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

7101

Capstan rotation stopped.

Supply reel rotation error.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

Main code

Sub-code

7202 to 7203

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

WARNING indicator Alarm Tone

Display

GY-DV500 Operation

7302 to 7303

7305

Take up reel rotation error.

Operation stops. All operations

are rejected.

Red. blinking

Continuous "Error code"

• Automatically ejects the cassette. It can be inserted again.

Irregular tape winding when Operation stops. All operations

unloading. are rejected.

"Error code"

plus

• Automatically stops operation or ejects the cassette.

(Auto OFF) * The GY-DV500 does not accept any operation.

"AUTO OFF"

Red, blinking

Intermittent "DEW "

• Dew condensation inside the unit.

The GY-DV500 does not accept any operation until the DEW indicator

disappears from the display.

* In the Auto OFF status, it is impossible to operate the GY-

DV500. This condition can be cancelled by switching the

POWER 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-DV500. Please

consult the person in charge of professional video equipment

at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent.

The GY-DV500 is a microcomputer-controlled piece of

equipment, which may malfunction due to external noise

or interference. In this case, set the POWER switch to OFF,

remove the lithium backup battery, and then set the

POWER switch to ON again after a few minutes.

14. OTHERS

14-1 Troubleshooting (Cont'd)

14-2 Hour Meter Display

The unit can display the accumulated running time of the head drum as hour meter data on the counter display.The hour meter can

be displayed by selecting HM (HOUR METER) on the VCR Setup Menu. Use this as a guide for periodical maintenance.

ꢀ See page 7.

TROUBLES WITHOUT ERROR CODE OUTPUTS

Symptoms

Remedy

Note:

• Is power supply connected properly?

Power cannot be switched ON.

The hour meter is not shown correctly when no

videocassette is inserted.

• Is battery pack recharged?

• When the lithium battery is depleted, it may not be possible to turn on the power.

• Was the power turned ON immediately after being turned OFF?

Wait at least 5 seconds before turning the power ON again once it has been turned

OFF.

OPERATE/WARNING

LIGHT

• Is the cassette cover open?

The GY-DV500 remains inoperative as long as the cassette door is open.

Operation buttons on the GY-DV500 don't

work.

RESET

OFF

MONITOR

SELECT

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

TC GENERATOR

SHUTTER STATUS

CH-1

CH-2

MONITOR

Recording is not possible.

• Is switch on cassette set to REC? If it is set to SAVE, set it to REC.

• When not connected via the DV connector, is the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126

INPUT SELECT set to “IEEE1394”?

PRESET

REGEN

FREE

REC

AUTO

MANUAL

AUDIO SELECT

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

AUDIO INPUT

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

CH-1

CH-2

CONTINUE

2. 5.

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

FRONT

REAR

NORMAL

COMPRESS

LITHIUM BATT.

GROUP

HOLD

ITEM

SELECT

DATA SET

MENU button

SHIFT

ADVANCE PRESET

If so, set to “CAMERA”.

POWER

OFF

5. ^{DATA SET button}

• When not connected via the DV connector, is the VCR Setup Menu item No. 126

INPUT SELECT set to “IEEE1394”?

If so, set to “CAMERA”.

Even if the image appears in the

viewfinder, the signal is not output to the

MONITOR OUT or YC OUT connectors.

(U-ver. only)

3. GROUP button

4. SELECT button

1. POWER switch

• Video head may be clogged with dirt. Clean head with the special head cleaning

tape. (See page 7 and the separate sheet “Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning

Tape”.)

Noise interferes with playback video.

Counter display

1. Set the POWER switch to ON.

2. Press the MENU button to display the VCR Setup Menu.

"MENU" lights in the display, and the VCR Setup Menu's

group menu appears in the viewfinder and on the counter

display.

Accumulated drum running time: 200 hrs.

• Is the sync signal input to the SYNC IN connector disturbed? If so, check and

remedy the input sync signal.

Sound and picture are disturbed during

playback.

Viewfinder

( HOUR METER )

• Time code data is not shown as on-screen-display during recording or playback.

The data is shown only on the counter display.

Time code data is not shown as on-

screen-display.

DH : DRUM HOUR METER

000200H

3. Press the GROUP button and choose "HM:HOUR METER".

•

"HM HOUR METER" is shown blinking in the viewfinder.

The counter display shows "Hour".

• Is the COUNTER switch set to "CTL"? If so, set the switch to "TC" or "UB".

Time code and user's bit data are not

shown on the counter display.

4. Press the SELECT button.

• The VCR Setup Menu item No. 396 BATTERY TYPE may not be set correctly in

accordance with the type of battery in use. If the menu item setting is incorrect, set

it correctly using the VCR setup menu item BATTERY TYPE.

• Is the battery old?

Remaining battery power display is

incorrect.

The accumulated running time of the head drum is indicated

in the viewfinder and on the counter display.

Battery alarm is displayed and the GY-

DV500 enters the non-operating mode

even when a fully charged battery is used.

5.To return to the normal mode, press the DATA SET button.

•

Pressing the MENU button returns you to the group menu.

• The capacity of the power supply may be insufficient. Check the power voltage.

Cassette cannot be ejected after the

power is turned ON.

• Adjust the viewfinder's contrast and bright controls.

• Is the filter turret set to 5600K+ND?

• Is the iris closed?

Viewfinder image looks dark or unclear.

• Is the shutter speed too fast?

• Is the viewfinder cable correctly connected?

• When a tape recorded on another unit is played back or used for recording, this

phenomenon may occur due to tracking errors.

Noise appears when playing back a tape

recorded on another unit.

The transient section between scenes

recorded on other units and those

recorded on this unit may appear

disturbed.

The front section's recording level control • Is the VCR Setup Menu item No. 246 FRONT VOLUME ENABLE set to "DISABLE".

doesn’t work.

If so, set to "ENABLE".

• The front section's recording level control cannot be used to change the recording

level of the sound input to CH2. Use the side section's CH2 recording level control

for this purpose.

The front section's recording level control

doesn’t change the recording level of the

sound input to CH2.

• Is the SERVO indicator or “SYNC INH” displayed on the counter display?

Recording operation stopped.

If so, check the input sync signal.

For servicing

See the service manual page 2-7 “2.4.3 Cleaning”.

→

14. OTHERS

14-3 Specifications

14-3 Specifications (Cont'd)

Ⅲ CAMERA SECTION

Ⅲ INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNALS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Image pickup devices:1/2-inch interline CCD x 3

Color separation optical system:

F1.4 3-color separation prism

Video signal output : 1 V (p-p), 75 ohms (BNC)

unbalanced composite output.

Viewfinder

Power zoom lens

: VF-P115B, VF-P116

: S14 x 7.3B12, S16 x 6.7B12, S19 x 6.5B12 (FUJINON)

YH14 x 7.3K12, YH18 x 6.7K12 (CANON)

: AA-P250

: MV-P615

: KA-A50

YC output

Y 1 V (p-p) 75 ohms unbalance

Number of effective pixels:

C 0.286 V (p-p) for U-ver. or 0.3 V (p-p)

for E-ver. 75 ohms unbalance (4-pin)

380,000 pixels ((H) 768 x (V) 494) : U-ver.

440,000 pixels ((H) 752 x (V) 582) : E-ver.

AC power adapter

Microphone

Microphone holder

Lens

: 12-pin connector

Color system

Color bars

: NTSC (R-Y, B-Y encoder)

PAL (R-Y, B-Y encoder)

: SMPTE color bar : U-Ver.

EBU color bar : E-Ver.

Audio input

Microphone -60dBs, 3 kohm

balanced (XLR-3)

Line

+4dBs, 10 kohm

balanced (XLR-3)

Sync system

Lens mount

: Internal sync (built-in SSG)

External sync (VBS or BB)

: Bayonet system

Audio output

Earphone output

DC input

: -6 dBs, low impedance,

unbalanced

: -60 dBs to -17 dBs, at 8-ohm load

(Monaural mini jack)

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS (unit: mm)

(compatible with 1/2-inch lenses)

Optical filter

Sensitivity

3200 K, 5600 K, 5600 K + ND (1/64)

: 12V DC (11 to 15 V DC) (XLR-4)

: F11, 2000 lx

Auxiliary power output: 12 V DC, max. 0.1A (11 to 15 V DC)

Minimum illumination: 0.75 lx (F1.4, LOLUX mode)

(4-pin)

Gain

Shutter speed

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

DV connector

RS-232C

: 4-pin

: Mini DIN 6-pin

1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 : U-ver.

1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 : E-ver.

V.SCAN speed

Registration

: 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz : U-ver.

50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz : E-ver.

: 0.05% or less (excluding lens

distortion)

Ⅲ GENERAL

PUSH OPEN

Power consumption : 18W with VF-P115B (when

recording)

Mass

: Approx.5.0 kg (with lens, viewfinder,

battery, videocassette). Approxi-

mately 2.9 kg (main unit only)

Contour correction : Horizontal: dual-edged.Vertical: 2 H

Ⅲ VCR SECTION

Operating temperatures : 0 °C to 40 °C (32°F to 104°F)

Operating humidity : 30 % RH to 80 % RH

Storage temperatures: -20 °C to 60 °C (–4°F to 140°F)

Format

Tape speed

: Mini DV (SP mode only)

: 18.812 mm/s : U-ver.

18.831 mm/s : E-ver.

Record/Play time

F.F/Rewind time

: 60 minutes

OPERATE/WARNING

Ⅲ ACCESSORIES

LIGHT

OFF

RESET

(With M-DV60ME cassette)

: Approx. 3 minutes 30 seconds

(With M-DV60ME cassette)

MONITOR

SELECT

Microphone

Tripod base

Lithium battery

Head cleaning tape

Instruction Manual

: x 1

: x 1 (CR2032)

: x 1

COUNTER

CTL

FILTER

3200k

5600k

ALARM

5600k+ND

SHUTTER STATUS

MONITOR

CH-1 AUDIO CH-2

LEVEL

[VIDEO]

Recording format

AUTO IRIS

FULL AUTO BLACK

LOLUX

BACK

NORMAL

SPOT

STRETCH

NORMAL

COMPRESS

: 8-bit, 13.5 MHz, 4:1:1 component

recording : U-ver.

8-bit, 13.5 MHz, 4:2:0 component

recording : E-ver.

Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape : x 1

^OFFZEBRA

SKIN

AREA

AUTO

POWER

WHITE

OFF

ACCU

FOCUS

VTR

AUDIO

TAKE

LEVEL CH-1

[AUDIO]

Recording format

124

302

26.5

: 16-bit, 48 kHz, 2-channel PCM

audio/12-bit, 32 kHz 2-channel

PCM audio

Design and specifications are subject to change without

notice.

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Frequency response : 20 Hz to 20 kHz (48 kHz mode)

Wow & flutter

: Below measurable limit

[Time Code System]

Time code signal

Compliance with SMPTE standard : U-ver.

Compliance with EBU standard : E-ver.

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