7. SHOOTING OPERATION
1.
"DEW"
1. Set the POWER switch to ON.
Power is supplied to the unit.
Check that the condensation indicator "DEW" does not
appear on the display. If it is lit, wait until the indicator goes
out.
3.
2. Set the VTR switch to the STBY position.
Even when the VTR switch is set to the "SAVE" position,
pressing the VTR trigger button will start recording.
However, in this case, it is necessary to wait a short time
until the recording actually starts.
For details on the SAVE mode, see page 52.
3. Slide the EJECT switch to open the cassette cover.
• Ensure that the switch on the back of the videocassette
is set to REC and insert the cassette correctly.
When the cassette is inserted, the tape is loaded and
the unit enters the record-pause mode.
• Slowly close the cassette cover.
• Use a videocassette marked MiniDV.
• If the cassette cover is not closed, the GY-DV500 will
remain inoperative.
• Following loading of the cassette and when the POWER
switch is turned ON/OFF, the built-in head cleaner will
emit a sound while operating. This does not indicate a
malfunction.
• After the cassette cover is closed, it takes about 8
seconds before the unit is ready for recording.
4. Set the switches as required.
• GAIN : Sensitivity suitable for the subject
• OUTPUT : "CAM/AUTO KNEE ON"
•WHT-BAL : "A"or"B"
• Set the IRIS switch of the lens to "A".
5. Select the FILTER according to the lighting condition.
Position 1 {3200K) : For shooting indoors or outdoors when
illumination is not sufficient
Position 2 (5600K) : For shooting outdoors
Position 3 (5600K + ND):
For shooting outdoors under a clear
sky.
6. Adjust the white balance.
See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 45.
7. Point the camera at the subject and determine the angle of
view and focus with the zoom lever and the focusing ring.
4.
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