JVC GY-DV301, GY-DV300 instruction manual System 1/2 menu screen, Set value

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SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen

 

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Set value

 

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TOP menu screen

MEN U

MODE

E A R PHON E L EV EL

S Y S T EM S E T . .

D I S P L A Y S E T . .

C AME RA S E T [ C AM - A ] . .

OP E R AT I ON [ C AM - A ] . .

C L OC K / T C . .

MENU A L L R E S E T

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6. Changing the set value.

Rotate the SELECT dial to change the setting, and then press

the SELECT dial.

The set value stops blinking and the setting is entered.

To change multiple items, repeat the procedures in steps 5 and 6 above.

7. Return to the TOP MENU.

Rotate the SELECT dial to align the cursor (f) with the PAGE BACK item, and then press the SELECT dial.

To change settings on other menu screens, repeat the procedures in steps 4 to 7 above.

8. To return to the normal screen after completing the settings, use either of the following methods.

Press the MENU button or

Return to the TOP MENU screen and align the cursor (f) with the EXIT item, and then press the SELECT dial.

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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 RequiredVideocassette to be Used Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning TapeTo record on the tape, slide the switch to REC Switch 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 MemoBuilt-in speaker REV REVERSE/REW buttonLCD monitor screen Earphone Earphone jack Indicators and Connectors Left Side SectionCH-1/CH-2 Line OUT CH-1/CH-2 audio output connector RCA Microphone holder attachment base DV DV connectorCassette cover 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 lever Status Screens Normal display in the shooting modeBattery symbol 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-DV300Operating Time with Battery Pack Battery Pack Operation Cont’dRemaining Battery Power Indication MIC Preparations Attaching the Microphone optionalMicrophone holder attachment base Screw Hole Knob Microphone holder Attachment screwPower switch Mode switch Turning the Power OFFVTR Viewfinder screenUnloading the Cassette Preparations for Operation Cassette LoadingLoading 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 ringHandle Zoom lever SHOOTINGAngle of View Zoom In/Zoom OutZooming Opening the System menu screen Menu Screen SettingsREC Mode Audio ModeMIC1 Input SEL Wind CUT MIC1Menu Screen Settings cont’d Shooting Basic Recording Operation Zoom lever  Adjusting the focusShooting Basic Recording Operation cont’d 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 ModeBAR button Color bar signal of the built-in signal generatorShooting Recording the Color Bar 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 irisAdjustment in the auto iris mode Manual Iris AdjustmentMomentarily Using 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 indicatorIndication of set gain value Adjusting the Gain ManuallyGain button Select dial 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 onFWD Playback ProcedurePlayback Playback of Tape Search Fast-Forward Playback/Rewind Playback Blank SearchFast-Forward, Rewind h Zoom lever Playback audio volume Playback Adjusting the Playback Sound VolumeAudio OUT connector Setting Setting Confirm that the Mode switch is set to VTR Playback Outputting CH-3/CH-4 Channel SoundVC-VDV206 4P-6P GY-DV300 cannot be used as the recording componentDV cable VC-VDV204 4P-4P 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 VF+LCD OFF System Menu Screens VTR Playback modeNET Remote OFF Display Menu Screen  Display 1/2 Menu Screen Set Value Contents Display 2/2 Menu Screen Set Value Contents 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 ActionsIndication Condition Blinking Condition Remaining Battery/Tape Tally lamp Symptoms Troubles, Checks and Remedial Actions Troubleshooting In Case of DifficultyOr CAM-B. GY-DV301 only Is the Mode switch set to VTR?Playback button is pressed 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  General109  External Dimensions unit mm130

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.