JVC GY-DV301, GY-DV300 instruction manual Shooting Basic Recording Operation, Memo

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SHOOTING Basic Recording Operation

4. ZOOM lever

 

 

W

T

 

 

 

START/ STOP

 

5. REC START /STOP button

 

1. POWER

 

POWER

 

switch

 

 

 

 

 

2.

 

OFF

ON

MODE

 

 

 

switch

MODE

 

 

 

CAM-B

 

 

CAM-A

 

VTR

 

GAIN

SHUTTER

 

Handle

3. EJECT switch

4. ZOOM lever

Cassette cover

5.REC START/STOP button

Setting the recording mode (AUTO/MANUAL)

The recording mode is set by means of the MODE item on the TOP MENU screen. (See page 47, 48.)

LCD screen

A

VTR mode indication

This section explains the basic recording procedures when the AUTO mode is selected as the shooting mode.

1. Set the POWER switch to “ON”. Power is supplied to the unit.

2. Set the MODE switch to “CAM-A” or “CAM-B”. The GY-DV300 enters the shooting mode.

The set values indicated on the menu screen will be either those of “CAM-A” or “CAM-B” in accordance with the setting of the MODE switch.

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

Ensure that the erasure-prevention switch on the back of the cassette is set to REC and insert a videocassette properly.

Slowly push the “PUSH HERE” section on the cassette holder with a finger until a click is heard. Confirm that the cassette holder does not come up when you remove your finger.

The tape is loaded and the unit enters the recording-standby mode when the cassette cover is closed.

When the recording-standby mode is engaged, STBY is indicated as the VTR mode on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.

Memo:

After the cassette cover is closed, it takes about 11 seconds before the unit is ready for recording.

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Contents GY-DV300 GY-DV301 Port Cable Lenght These instructions are for the GY-DV300E and GY-DV301ERemarque This unit should be used with 7V DC onlyAbout the LP Mode Main Features Contents Supply voltage Precautions for Proper UsePrecautions for Proper Use Cont’d Head Cleaning Routine and Periodical MaintenancePeriodical Maintenance Head Cleaning RequiredPrecautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape To record on the tape, slide the switch to REC SwitchVideocassette to be Used Condensation Characteristic CCD PhenomenaSmear and Blooming Moire or AliasingIris Iris adjustment dial ND. Filter ND-filter switchFocus Focus switch Focus ring Manual focus ringLCD door Viewfinder diopter adjustment knobLCD door lock release button ViewfinderIndicators and Connectors Rear Section MIC 2 The sound from the MIC 2 input connector is input CH-1/CH-2 Audio CH-1/CH-2 audio input selector switchMenu Menu button Select dialBAR Colour bar/Playback & still button Indicators and Connectors Rear Section cont’dAW White balance/Stop button MemoREV REVERSE/REW button LCD monitor screenBuilt-in speaker Indicators and Connectors Left Side Section CH-1/CH-2 Line OUT CH-1/CH-2 audio output connector RCAEarphone Earphone jack DV DV connector Cassette coverMicrophone holder attachment base MIC 1 Microphone 1 input connector XLR- 3P Indicators and Connectors Front Section` MIC 2 Microphone 2 input connector XLR- 3P \ Built-in microphone Built-in monaural microphoneZOOM/Playback sound level adjustment lever Indicators and Connectors Top SectionEject Eject switch Zoom Zoom leverNormal display in the shooting mode Battery symbol Status Screens Tape Remain item on the Display 2/2 menu screen Indication may not appear when a new tape is loaded, afterTape runs, the indication appears Remaining tape time indication appearsIndications on LCD Screen and Viewfinder Screen Cont’d ContentsREC StbyStop EjectVertically inverted display indications in the shooting mode Display 2/2 menu screen Recording/playback VTR playback mode status indicationsSTOP, PLAY, FF, REW, EJECT, STBY, FWD, REV, Bsrh VTR mode indication Indicates status of VTR operation Event Indications Set Condition Contents of Indication Alarm indications  Auto White Balance Indication  Menu Setting ScreenPreparations Basic System  Set the Power switch on the GY-DV300 to OFF Preparations Power Supply PreparationAC Operation DC InputBattery Pack Operation Preparations Power Supply Preparation cont’dCharging the Battery Pack Attaching the Battery Pack on the GY-DV300Battery Pack Operation Cont’d Remaining Battery Power IndicationOperating Time with Battery Pack MIC Preparations Attaching the Microphone optionalMicrophone holder attachment base Screw Hole Knob Microphone holder Attachment screwPower switch Mode switch Turning the Power OFFVTR Viewfinder screenPreparations for Operation Cassette Loading Loading the CassetteUnloading the Cassette  Adjusting the Direction and Angle of the LCD Screen Preparations for Operation LCD Screen Adjustment Adjusting the LCD Screen  Viewing the LCD Screen Adjusting the Position Viewfinder Preparations for Operation Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment  Adjustment of the Viewfinder ImageSetting the Date and Time Setting, DisplayingPreparations for Operation Recording the Date and Time Gain Shutter MenuClock Adjust Setting, Displaying and RecordingPreparations for Operation the Date and Time cont’d Time Hour, min, secRecording the Date and Time Data Displaying the Time and Date on the ScreenOr the viewfinder screen  Display of date and time in the various operation modes How to charge Preparations for Operation Charging the Built-in BatteryTC Preset screen Presetting the Time CodePreparations for Operation Recording the Time Code ButtonDisplaying the Time Code on the Screen Preparations for Operation the Time Code cont’dRecording the Time Code  Display of the time code in the various operation modesAbout the Auto and Manual Shooting Modes Shooting Mode Auto/Manual SelectionCAM-A VTR Gain Shutter Menu ManualHow to Select Either Manual or Auto Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Auto/Manual Selection cont’dMode switch Menu button Select dial Mode CAM-BConnector should be used Audio Input Signal SelectionSelect the input signal to the CH-1, CH-2 audio channels Microphone connected to the MIC 1 inputAudio Input Signal Selection cont’d Audio Monitor Selection  The volume of the monitored sound cannot be adjustedEarphone jack MonitorFocus switch Focus Mode SelectionFocus Switch Focus Adjustment Focus ringSHOOTINGAngle of View Zoom In/Zoom Out ZoomingHandle Zoom lever Opening the System menu screen Menu Screen SettingsREC Mode Audio ModeMIC1 Input SEL Wind CUT MIC1Menu Screen Settings cont’d Shooting Basic Recording Operation  Adjusting the focus Shooting Basic Recording Operation cont’dZoom lever Screen indication during edit search Shooting Viewing the Recorded Scene Edit Search To advance the tape in forward direction  To rewind the tape in reverse directionProtection mode is engaged Shooting If the Unit is Left in Recording-Standby ModeColor bar signal of the built-in signal generator Shooting Recording the Color BarBAR button Gain  Engage the recording-standby modeShutter Speed EEI Iris Auto irisOperation Manual Adjustments Manual Focus AdjustmentMomentarily Using Auto Focus Manual Adjustments Manual Focus Adjustment Cont’dPush Auto Focus button About Auto FocusFilter indication Manual Adjustments Using ND FilterEngaging the Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode Manual Adjustments White BalanceObtaining Natural Tint Menu button AW buttonError indication area Manual White Balance AdjustmentPress the AW button During operationEngaging the Manual Iris Adjustment Mode Manual Adjustments Manual Iris AdjustmentAdjustment Manual irisManual Iris Adjustment Momentarily Using the Auto Iris ModeAdjustment in the auto iris mode Step or Variable Manual shutter speed mode indicator Manual Adjustments Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentShooting a Computer Display Adjusting the Shutter Speed ManuallyEngaging the Manual Gain Adjustment Mode Manual Adjustments Manual Gain AdjustmentManual gain mode indicator Lolux indicatorAdjusting the Gain Manually Gain button Select dialIndication of set gain value Engaging the Lolux Mode with the Gain Button Manual Adjustments Manual Gain Adjustment cont’dAbout the Lolux mode Lolux mode indicatorSetting Zebra Display Manual Adjustments for AdjustmentDisplaying Zebra Patterns OFFManual Adjustments Recording Level Manual Adjustment of the AudioEngaging the Manual Audio Recording Level Adjustment Mode CH1 Audio LevelReducing the Wind Noise of the Microphone Adjusting the Audio Recording Level ManuallyWind CUT MIC1 Wind CUT MIC2Camera menu screen Manual Adjustments Shake Compensation FunctionManual Adjustments Camera Image Adjusting the QualityItems for setting  For details on the items, see Camera Menu Screen onPlayback Procedure Playback Playback of TapeFWD Blank Search Fast-Forward, Rewind hSearch Fast-Forward Playback/Rewind Playback Playback Adjusting the Playback Sound Volume Audio OUT connectorZoom lever Playback audio volume Setting Setting Confirm that the Mode switch is set to VTR Playback Outputting CH-3/CH-4 Channel SoundGY-DV300 cannot be used as the recording component DV cable VC-VDV204 4P-4PVC-VDV206 4P-6P B Y DV Screen for setting date and time Screen for presetting time codeManual ModeGY-DV301 only Display 2/2 menu screen System menu screenMenu Mode Menu Screen Setting Menu ScreensCursor Indicates position of Mode switch Button CAM-BSet value Menu Screen Contents of Menu Screens  System 1/2 screen Set Value Contents System Menu Screen Shooting modeMenu Screen Contents of Menu Screens cont’d System Menu Screens VTR Playback mode NET Remote OFFVF+LCD OFF  Display 1/2 Menu Screen Set Value Contents  Display 2/2 Menu Screen Set Value ContentsDisplay Menu Screen Display Menu Screen cont’d Auto Knee function Camera Menu ScreenCamera Menu Screen Cont’d Operation Menu Screen VTR Menu Screen CLOCK/TC Menu ScreenImproper operation and notices Indication Condition Remedy Troubleshooting Alarm Indications and ActionsBlinking Condition Remaining Battery/Tape  Tally lampIndication Condition Symptoms Troubles, Checks and Remedial Actions Troubleshooting In Case of DifficultyIs the Mode switch set to VTR? Playback button is pressedOr CAM-B. GY-DV301 only Set the Power switch to on Set the Mode switch to VTR Button ModeOthers Displaying the Hour Meter Display MenuOthers If dirt penetrates into the interior of viewfinder  DC cable Others Installing the ferrite core Earphone cable  Y/C cableOthers Specifications  Accessories Others Specifications cont’d Optional Accessories  General External Dimensions unit mm 130109

GY-DV301, GY-DV300 specifications

The JVC GY-DV300 and GY-DV301 are part of JVC's renowned D-Series of professional camcorders, known for their impressive video quality and user-friendly features. Launched in the early 2000s, these models gained widespread recognition for their reliability and versatility in various broadcasting and filmmaking environments.

Both camcorders utilize a 1/3-inch CCD sensor that delivers high-quality images with a resolution of up to 720 x 480 pixels in standard definition. The GY-DV300 is particularly notable for its innovative pixel shift technology, which enhances image resolution and detail by shifting the sensor pixels to improve clarity and reduce artifacts. This feature is especially beneficial for capturing finer details in dynamic scenes, making it suitable for both documentary filmmaking and news reporting.

One of the standout features of the GY-DV301 is its advanced lens system, which provides a 16x optical zoom with a focal length range that allows for excellent versatility in framing shots. The Fujinon lens used in these models is well-regarded for its superior optical performance, ensuring crisp, vibrant images in various lighting conditions. Additionally, both camcorders come equipped with a built-in ND (neutral density) filter, enabling filmmakers to control light exposure creatively without compromising on depth of field.

The user interface of the GY-DV300 and GY-DV301 is designed with professionals in mind. The camcorders offer manual controls for focus, iris, and white balance, allowing users to have precise control over their shooting parameters. The ergonomic design ensures that the camcorders are comfortable to use over extended periods, with a range of customizable buttons and settings readily accessible.

In terms of recording formats, the GY-DV300 and GY-DV301 support DV format recording, which offers high-quality digital video suitable for editing and broadcast. They also feature multiple connectivity options, including FireWire and composite outputs, making them compatible with a wide array of editing systems and broadcasting equipment.

Overall, the JVC GY-DV300 and GY-DV301 represent a significant step forward in video technology during their time, merging advanced imaging capabilities with robust professional features. Their blend of quality, flexibility, and an intuitive operational design has made them enduring choices for videographers and broadcasters alike, solidifying JVC's reputation in the professional video market.