10. S.S.F. Super Scene Finder Function

Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV500.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

BASIC OPERATIONS

This unit is a MiniDV video system format camcorder. Videocassettes which are not marked with the MiniDV symbol cannot be used with this unit.

The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other units (including another GY-DV500) are recorded or played back on this camcorder.

●The transient section between scenes recorded on other units and those recorded on this unit may appear disturbed.

●Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking errors.

●This unit records and plays back in the SP mode. Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible.

●In the case of important recordings, do not record within the first 2 to 3 minutes from the beginning of the tape.

●Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a test recording and confirm that both video and audio are recorded correctly.

●Recorded video and audio contents are for private use. Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders.

●JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the videocassette.

MAIN FEATURES

1.	INTRODUCTION
1-1	Main Unit Configuration	6
1-2	Precautions for Proper Use	7
1-3	Routine and Periodical Maintenance	8
1-4	Videocassette to be Used	8
1-5	Battery Pack to be Used	9
1-6	Condensation	9
1-7	Characteristic CCD Phenomena	9
2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
2-1	Front Section	10
2-2	Right Side Section	12
2-3	Left Side Section	18

5.	PREPARATIONS
5-1 Turning the Power ON		39
5-2 Cassette Loading and Unloading		40
5-3	Setting the Date and Time	41
6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE
	SHOOTING
6-1	Camera Settings	42
6-2	Viewfinder Adjustment	43
6-3	External Monitor Adjustment	43
6-4	Back Focus Adjustment	44
6-5	White Balance Adjustment	45
	• White Balance Adjustment	45
	• Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW)	45

MAIN FEATURES

● Compact, lightweight design

Employment of magnesium die cast has resulted in an

operation-condition weight as low as approximately 5 kg

including lens, viewfinder, battery, and cassette.

● DV high-quality digital format

The 4:1:1 (U-ver.), 4:2:0 (E-ver.), 8-bit, 25 Mbps component

digital processing of the format ensures recording and

playback with high picture quality.

● High sound quality thanks to PCM audio

Two types of sampling, 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling and 12-bit,

32 kHz sampling, ensure high-quality digital audio.

● Concentrated LCD display (back-lit)

The concentrated LCD panel shows the time code and CTL

counter, tape remaining time, remaining battery power, audio

levels, VCR section setup menus, hour meter data, and a

variety of warning indications. The display is back-lit to

facilitate viewing in dark locations.

● Time code reader/generator

The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record

● Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit

Multi-zone auto iris detection circuit ensures optimum iris

position even in backlit conditions or when a bright subject

moves in a frame. Switch provided for selecting over or under

level.

● Safety Zone indication in viewfinder

Three types of safety zone indicator functions provided.

● Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder

● Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function

Eliminating the need for troublesome switch or filter

operations, the FAS function automatically provides a wide

range of compatibility with shooting conditions which varies

as you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright

and dark locations.

● Color temperature conversion filters for "3200K", "5600K",

"5600 K + ND" provided.

● Variable scan shutter for U-ver.

Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than

NTSC, such as computer monitor screens.

2-4	Top Section	19
2-5	Rear Section	20
2-6	Counter Display Contents	22
2-7	Lens (optional)	23
2-8	1.5-Inch Viewfinder (optional)	24
2-9	Indications in Viewfinder	25
	• Warning LED Indicators Inside the Viewfinder	25
	• Viewfinder Screen Display	25

PREPARATIONS

3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND

ADJUSTMENTS

3-1	Basic System	30
3-2 Attaching the Zoom Lens (optional)		31
3-3	Attaching the Viewfinder	31
3-4 Attaching the Microphone (provided)		32
3-5 Attaching the Microphone (optional)		32
3-6	Attaching the Tripod Base (provided)	33
3-7	Inserting and Replacing Backup Lithium Batteries ..	34

6-6	Switch Settings of the VCR Section	46
6-7	Audio Input Signal Selection	47
6-8	Recording Level Adjustment	48
6-9	Monitoring Audio during Recording	49
7.	SHOOTING OPERATION
7-1	Basic Recording Operation	50
7-2	VCR Save Mode	52
7-3	If Unit is Left in Record-Pause (Standby) Mode	52
7-4 Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Pause Mode
	(Recording Check Function)	53
8.	PLAYBACK MODE
8-1	Playback Procedure	54
8-2	Fast-Forward, Rewind	55
8-3	Search	55

APPLICATION

SMPTE (U-ver.), EBU (E-ver.) time code and user's bits.

● AEF (Automatic Edit Function) enables neat switching

between recorded scenes.

● Built-in monitor loudspeaker for audio checking

The input audio can be monitored in recording or EE mode.

The playback sound can be monitored in the playback mode.

The loudspeaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an

abnormal condition occurs in the unit.

● Rec check function for convenient recording review

Copes with the range from 60.1 Hz to 2084.6 Hz.

● Variable scan shutter for E-ver.

Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than

PAL, such as computer monitor screens.

Copes with the range from 50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz.

● DV (i. LINK) connector

DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data to other equipment provided with DV connector, such as a non-linear editing controller.

4.	POWER SUPPLY
4-1	AC Operation	35
4-2	Battery Pack Operation	35
	• Attaching a Flat Shape Type Battery Pack	36
	• Using an Anton-Bauer Battery Pack	37

•Remaining Battery Power Display/Precautions for

the Battery Pack

9.	TIME CODE OPERATION
9-1	Displaying Time Code	56
9-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code		56
	• Time Code Presetting Procedure	57
	• Presetting User's Bit Data	57
9-3	Recording Time Codes in Continuation of
	Time Codes Recorded on Tape	58
9-4	Reproducing Time Codes	59

● Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality

picture

Three 1/2" CCDs with 380,000 (U-ver.), 440,000 (E-ver.)

effective pixels employed. Digital signal processing for

reproduction of DV high-quality picture.

● Super sensitivity F/11, 2000 lux

2000 lx standard sensitivity increased to F/11 while high S/N

is retained. Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination

eliminating the need for extra illumination.

● LOLUX for 0.75 lux (F1.4) illumination

Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +33 dB gain. This is

ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no

illumination.

●S.S.F. (Super Scene Finder) function

Enables memorization of the start point and ending point of each scene or memorization of CUE points.

●1/2" bayonet type lens

●Camera output, VCR playback output (composite/YC) possible

●External sync input connector

●Built-in color bar (SMPTE type for U-ver., EBU type for E- ver.)

●Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected by dial.