Introduction, Main Unit Configuration

1.INTRODUCTION

1-1 Main Unit Configuration

1. INTRODUCTION

1-2 Precautions for Proper Use

11. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS
11-1 Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector 64
11-2 Connecting a PC	65
12. SETUP MENU
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
12-10 SETUP Screen	77
12-11 Resetting of Camera Menu Setting Values	78
13. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION
13-1 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW)	79
13-2 IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment	80
• Adjustment of Lens Iris	80
• 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

The GY-DV500 configuration is as shown below.

		OPERATE/WARNING
		LIGHT
	RESET
	MONITOR	COUNTER
FILTER	SELECT	COUNTER
1 3200k	ALARM

25600k

35600k+ND

SHUTTER	STATUS		MONITOR
MENU
			CH-1 AUDIO CH-2
			LEVEL
			L
VTR	GAIN	OUTPUT WHT.BA
	NG		POWER
		ON	OFF

Camcorder (GY-DV500)

2032 CR 3V

Lithium battery

Microphone

Head cleaning tape

● Supply voltage

Make sure that the power is between 11 V and 15 V DC. If

the power voltage is too low, abnormal color and increased

noise may occur. Do not exceed 15 V DC in any case, or the

unit could be damaged.

● Allowable ambient temperature and humidity

Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature range

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

the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable

ranges could result not only in malfunction but the impact on

the CCD elements could be serious as small white spots

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

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

● Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism

Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism,

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

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

incorrect.

● Use of wireless microphone near the camera

When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner

is used near the camera during recording, the tuner could

pick up noise.

● Avoid using or placing the unit in places;

• subject to extreme heat or cold;

• with excessive dirt or dust;

• with high humidity or moisture;

• subject to smoke or vapour such as near a cooking stove;

• subject to strong vibrations or on an unstable surface.

• also do not leave the unit for long hours in a parked car

under direct sunlight or near room heating equipment.

● Protect the unit from being splashed with water (especially

when shooting in the rain).

● Protect the unit from being wet when shooting on a beach.

In addition, salt and sand may adhere to the camera body.

Be sure to clean the camera after use.

●Setup level (NTSC only)

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.

●Use the unit in an upright position.

If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate, adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on circumstances the tape may also be damaged.

●Vibrations

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

● Precautions for transportation

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

● Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit.

● Do not insert an object other than a videocassette in the

cassette insertion slot. Be sure to close the cassette cover

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

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

cable during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape may

be damaged.

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

to OFF in order to reduce power consumption.

● 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.

● The camera may be unstable in the period immediately after

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

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

OTHERS

14. OTHERS

14-1	Troubleshooting	86
	• Alarm Indications	86
	• Warnings in Viewfinder	88
	• Troubles with Error Code Outputs	90
	• Troubles without Error Code Outputs	91
14-2	Hour Meter Display	92
14-3	Specifications	93
	• Optional Accessories	94
	• External Dimensions	94

Tripod base

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

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

place subject to sandy dust.

● Optical performance of lens

Due to the optical performance of the lens, color divergence

phenomena (magnification chromatic aberration) may occur

at the periphery of the image. This is not a camera

malfunction.

● Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching between

the playback picture and the EE picture.

GY-DV500 automatically enters the STOP mode. If this

happens, remove the videocassette so that the unit returns

to its normal state. (U-ver.)

● 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.)

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.

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.