JVC GY-DV500 instruction manual Precautions when writing S.S.F. data, For Customer Use

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.

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 1 to 4 of the aboveprocedure.)

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.

	INTRODUCTION
	CONTROLS,
	INDICATORS AND
	CONNECTORS
	BASIC SYSTEM
	CONNECTIONS AND
	ADJUSTMENTS
	POWER SUPPLY
	PREPARATIONS
	SETTING AND
	ADJUSTMENTS
	BEFORE SHOOTING
DV CAMCORDER
	SHOOTING
	OPERATION

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

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.

(If the INPUT SELECT item is set to IEEE1394, be sure to perform steps 1 to 4 of the above procedure.)

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Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape

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.

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	Low temperature	Room temperature	High temperature
environment	0˚C to 10˚C	10˚C to 35˚C	35˚C to 40˚C
Yardstick for use	1 to 2 times	1 to 2 times	1 to 2 times
of cleaning tape	every 5 hours	every 20 to 30 hours	every 5 hours

GY-DV500INSTRUCTIONS

PLAYBACK MODE

TIME CODE

OPERATION

S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder)

USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

SETUP MENU

FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION

OTHERS

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.

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

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Precautions when writing S.S.F. data

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 this JVC product. Before operating 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.

Model No. GY-DV500

Serial No.

This instructions attached to service manual is different from that which is provided the GY-DV500.

This instruction manual is made from 100% recycled paper.

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