2. Adjusting the Audio Recording Level Manually

CH-1CH-2

AUDIO

LEVEL

AUDIO LEVEL controls

The standard level for recording audio on the tape is –12 dB.

If a tape recorded on the GY- DV300 is played back on VCR whose audio standard level is – 20dB, the sound will be very loud.

If a tape recorded on other VCR whose audio standard level is –20dB is played back on GY- DV300, the sound will be very low.

The audio level meter is displayed by setting the AUDIO LEVEL item on the DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen to ON.

1. Turn the AUDIO LEVEL controls.

The audio recording level of CH-1 channel is adjusted with the CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL control, and the CH-2 channel is adjusted with the CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL control.

The recording level is raised when the control is turned clockwise.

Adjust the level while observing the audio level meter on the LCD screen or the viewfinder screen and/or monitoring the sound.

The monitor sound is output from the EARPHONE jack (See page 51.)

To return to the automatic audio recording level adjustment mode, use either of the following methods.

Set the CH1 AUDIO LEVEL or CH2 AUDIO LEVEL item on the OPERATION menu screen to AUTO

or

Set the MODE item to AUTO on the TOP MENU screen. In this case the shooting mode becomes the auto mode.

Reducing the Wind Noise of the Microphone

SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen

 

 

SY S TE M [ 1 / 2 ]

 

M I C 1 I NP U T S E L

I N T

 

W I N D C U T M I C 1

ON

 

 

W I N D C U T M I C 2

ON

 

 

+ 4 8 V

M I C 1

OF F

 

 

+ 4 8 V

M I C 2

OF F

 

A UD I O

MOD E

4 8 K

 

R E C MO D E

S P

 

LONG P A US E T I ME 3 0 M I N

 

N E X T

P AG E

 

 

 

P AG E

B A C K

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Set the WIND CUT MIC1 or WIND CUT MIC2 item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu screen to ON.

WIND CUT MIC1

Set to ON to reduce the wind noise of the

 

built-in microphone or a microphone

 

connected to the MIC 1 input connector.

 

 

WIND CUT MIC2

Set to ON to reduce the wind noise of a

 

microphone connected to the MIC 2 input

 

connector.

 

 

 

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JVC GY-DV301 Adjusting the Audio Recording Level Manually, Reducing the Wind Noise of the Microphone, Wind CUT MIC1

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.

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