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DV CAMCORDER
DV CAMKORDER
CAMESCOPE DV
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GY-DV300
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
GY-DV301
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating
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this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
LWT0055-001A
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-DV300 Camcorder. These instructions are for the GY-DV300E and GY-DV301E. The text mainly deals with the GY-DV300E. Explanations concerning unique GY-DV301E functions are set off by the (GY-DV301 only) notice. (IEEE1394 input is possible with the GY-DV301E.) These instructions are for the GY-DV300E and GY-DV301E. The instructions are given in three languages: English from page E-2 to E-109, German from page G-2 to G-109, French from page F-2 to F-109. This equ
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: AVERTISSEMENT : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR POUR EVITER LES RISQUES ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A MOISTURE. L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE. This unit should be used with 7V DC only. Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur CAUTION: du courant direct en 7V. To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, ATTENTION : do NOT use any other power source. Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie o
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Thank you for purchasing the DV Camcorder GY-DV300. ● The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other units (including an- other GY-DV300) are recorded or played back This camcorder is a MiniDV video system for- on this camcorder. mat camcorder. • The transient section between scenes re- Videocassettes that are not marked with the corded on other units and those recorded MiniDV symbol cannot be used with this unit. on this unit may appear disturbed. • Digital noise may appear duri
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MAIN FEATURES ● Newly developed built-in 12-bit DSP employed ●Network connection possible (requires for high-quality picture installation of the optional network pack KA- ● High quality picture with 400% dynamic range DV300) ● Compact, lightweight design This allows audio and video streaming data to ● DV high-quality digital format be transmitted via LAN card or the data can be The 4:2:0, 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital recorded on a memory card. signal processing of the format ensures recordin
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS Precautions for Proper Use .............................. 7 Manual Focus Adjustment ............................... 63 Routine and Periodical Maintenance ................ 9 Using ND Filter ................................................ 65 Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape ... 10 Obtaining Natural Tint (White Balance) ........... 66 Videocassette to be Used ............................... 10 Manual Iris Adjustment ................................
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INTRODUCTION Precautions for Proper Use ● Supply voltage Make sure that the power is between 6 V and 12 V DC. If the power voltage is too low, abnormal colour and increased noise may occur. Do not exceed 12 V DC in any case, or the unit could be damaged. ● Allowable ambient temperature and humidity Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature range of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of 30% to 80%. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could resu
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INTRODUCTION Precautions for Proper Use (Cont’d) ● When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF in order to reduce power consumption. ● Cleaning the camera body: Wipe the body with a dry, soft cloth. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wring it out and then wipe. To prevent deformation of the body, etc. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow volatile liquids such as benzene and thinner to contact the body, and do not wipe it
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Routine and Periodical Maintenance The GY-DV300 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which will collect dirt, wear out and deteriorate as the unit is used. On the other hand, when the unit has been used for a long period in a normal environment, the heads, drums and tape transport mechanisms also accumulate dirt that is deposited on them. Furthermore, dust which penetrates the inside of the VCR section especially during outdoor use will promote the wear and deterioration of mechanical parts
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INTRODUCTION Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape Use the separately sold head cleaning tape Note 1) When used in a low humidity environment M-DV12CL. (10% RH to 30% RH), head cleaning Adhere to the following precautions when using the should be conducted at intervals half of head cleaning tape. those given in the above chart. Note 2) If an ME80 tape is used immediately after 1. The tape runs for 10 seconds at a time in the head cleaning, the VTR WARNING PLAY mode. (The tape stops automatic
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Condensation ● When condensation occurs in this unit, the “VTR ● If the unit has been cooled down in a cold place WARNING (DEW)” appears on the LCD screen and is then carried to a warm place, the moisture and the viewfinder screen. contained in the warm air may adhere to the head drum or tape guides and be cooled into water droplets. This phenomenon is referred to as condensation (dewing). When this occurs, the head drum and tape guides are covered with VTR WARNING (DEW) droplets allowing the ta
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS Right Side Section !2 !0 u CH-1 CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL ND FILTER IRIS FOCUS ON AUTO MANU OFF DV CAMCORDER GY-DV300 PUSH AUTO !1 q wet r y i o 1 FOCUS ring When the AUTO mode is selected for the iris Manual focus ring. adjustment, this dial can be rotated to adjust the Set the FOCUS switch 5 to “MANUAL” before iris from +3 steps to -3 steps from the auto iris turning this ring to adjust the focus manually. If condition. Rotating the dial upward opens the the FOCUS
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6 [FOCUS PUSH AUTO] Focus push auto button B Tally lamp Pressing this button when the MANUAL mode This lamp lights up red when the GY-DV300 is is selected for the focus adjustment engages in the recording mode. It blinks slowly When the the forced auto focus mode as long as the button battery pack is exhausted, or when there is about is pressed. When the button is released, the 3 minutes or less tape remaining. manual mode is restored. When the tape has run out, or the VTR enters When the [FOCUS
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS Rear Section !8 POWER @0 OFF ON !3 !9 MODE PUSH CAM-B !5 CAM-A VTR GAIN SHUTTER !7 BAR MENU AW !4 FWD CH-1 AUDIO CH-2 MIC1 MIC2 REV MONITOR CH-1 CH-2 !6 MIX @1 @2 @3 @4 C [POWER] POWER switch “VTR”. When set to “CAM-A” or “CAM-B” in the Turn the power ON and OFF with this switch. shooting mode, two separate sets of setting values for recording can be set by means of the D Battery holder menu screens. Mount the optional battery pack BN-V428 here. “CAM-A” : In
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● When the AE (Auto Exposure) function is OFF Selections and settings in the menu are and this button is pressed, the condition of performed with the SELECT dial L. the current gain setting is shown on the LCD The normal screen returns when this button is screen or the viewfinder screen for about 3 pressed while the MENU setting screen is seconds. In this condition, it possible to set displayed. the gain setting of the GY-DV300. Gain is set by rotating the SELECT dial L. Rotating the L SELECT di
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS Rear Section (cont’d) LCD door storage compartment #0 @9 @6 @5 @7 @8 O [BAR] Colour bar/Playback & still button setting mode is displayed for about 3 seconds. ● Pressing this button in the shooting mode When the button is then pressed for 1 second switches the setting between colour bar output or more, the white balance adjustment starts. and camera image output. [Variable range: PRESET, MEMORY 1, 2, 3] ● Pressing this button in the VTR playback mode Memo: st
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● Pressing this button simultaneously with the REV button R during stop in the VTR playback mode initiates the blank search mode (for locating the end point of recordings). R [REV] REVERSE/REW button ● Pressing this button in the shooting mode engages playback in reverse direction at normal speed for as long as the button is pressed. When the button is released, the recording-standby mode is engaged. ● Pressing this button in the VTR playback mode during stop or fast forward operation initiates
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS Left Side Section #7 MIC 1 IN MIC 2 IN #6 #2#5#4 #3 #1 U [VIDEO OUT] Video output connector (RCA) W [CH-1/CH-2 LINE OUT] CH-1/CH-2 audio Output connector for composite video signal. output connector (RCA) Outputs the input video signal and playback Output connector for audio signal. In the picture. shooting mode the input audio signal is output. ● When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the In the VTR mode the playback sound is output. DISPLAY [2/2] menu screen is set
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Y [DV] DV connector Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can be connected here. To record DV signals (IEEE1394 signals) from this connector, the MODE switch H should be set to “VTR”. (GY-DV301 only) Memo: The GY-DV300 is not capable of recording DV signals (IEEE1394 signals). Z Cassette cover Sliding the EJECT switch located on the top section opens this cover to allow insertion or removal of the videocassette. The cover locks into place when it is closed afte
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS Front Section ] \ ` \ Built-in microphone ` [MIC 2] Microphone 2 input connector (XLR- Built-in monaural microphone. 3P) ● To use this microphone, set the MIC INPUT Connect an external microphone to this SEL item to INT on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu connector. Monaural signals are recorded. screen. ● To use a microphone requiring +48 V power supply (phantom microphone), set the +48V ] [MIC 1] Microphone 1 input connector (XLR- MIC2 item on the SYSTEM [1/2] menu sc
