Panasonic AG-DVC180AMC User Manual

PAL

Digital Video Camera Recorder

Model AG-MC

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

IMPORTANT

“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.”

Operating precaution

Operation near any appliance which generates strong magnetic fields may give rise to noise in the video and audio signals. If this should be the case, deal with the situation by, for instance, moving the source of the magnetic fields away from the unit before operation.

$ DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVER

BY UNSCREWING.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

CAUTION:

Danger of explosion or fire if battery is mistreated.

O Replace only with same or specified type. O Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire. O Do not store in temperatures over 60°C.

O Use specified charger for rechargeable batteries.

O Do not recharge the battery if it is not a rechargeable type.

For Remote Controller

O Replace battery with part No. CR2025 only. O Do not recharge the battery.

CAUTION:

Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or any other confined space in order to maintain adequate ventilation. Ensure that curtains and any other materials do not obstruct the ventilation to prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating.

AC Adapter

OThe rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adapter.

ODisconnect the AC mains plug from the AC mains socket when not in use.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS–USE AND STORE ONLY IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.

CAUTION:

The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

indicates safety information.

Attention/Attentie	To remove the battery/
O Batteries are used for the main power source,	Verwijderen van de batterij
memory back-up in the product and remote	Main Power Battery
controller.	Batterij Voor Primaire Voeding
At the end of their useful life, you should not throw
them away.
Instead, hand them in as small chemical waste.
O Voor de primaire voeding en het reservegeheugen
van het apparaat, alsmede voor de
afstandsbediening, wordt gebruik gemaakt van een	Battery eject button
batterij.	Batterij verwijderknop
Wanneer de batterij uitgeput is, mag u deze niet
gewoon weggooien, maar dient u ze als klein
chemisch afval weg te doen.

2 3

Contents

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Precautions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Storage tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Parts and their functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Mounting the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Supplying power from the AC adapter . . . .21 Cassette tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Adjusting the hand strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Attaching the shoulder strap . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Mounting the lens hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Viewfinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Setting the calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Charging the internal battery . . . . . . . . . . .28 Setting the electronic shutter . . . . . . . . . . .29 White balance and black balance . . . . . . . .31

Adjusting the white balance . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Adjusting the black balance . . . . . . . . . . . .32 ATW (Auto Tracking White) function . . . . .32

Setting the time data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Setting the user’s bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Setting the time code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Scene files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Changing the scene file settings . . . . . . . . .36

Setting menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Operation method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Configuration of setting menus . . . . . . . . . .39 SCENE FILE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 CAMERA SETUP screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 SW MODE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 AUTO SW screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS screen . . . . . . . .43 RECORDING SETUP screen . . . . . . . . . . .44 AV IN/OUT SETUP screen . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 DISPLAY SETUP screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen . . . . . . . . . . .48

Screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Camera mode and VCR mode . . . . . . . . . .50 VCR mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Selecting the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Connecting external components . . . . . . . .57

Inputting to and outputting from analog components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Inputting to and outputting from digital components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Preparation and inspections . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Regular shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 REC check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Face-to-face shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Index recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Using the USER buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Intermittent recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Backup recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Progressive shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Normal playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Tape blank search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Variable speed search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Index search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Video heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Troubleshooting (Q&A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Power supply-related problems . . . . . . . . .65 Battery-related problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Problems during normal video recording . .65 Problems during various kinds of video recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Editing-related problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Display-related problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Playback-related problems (video) . . . . . . .66 Playback-related problems (audio) . . . . . . .67 Other types of problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

O “LEICA” is the registered trademark of Leica Microsystems. O “DICOMAR” is the registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

Other model names, company names, products names, etc. are the trademarks and registered trademarks of the companies concerned.

Accessories

OBattery (2)

OAC adapter (2)

OAC cable (K2CA2DA00030)

ODC cable (VEK8722)

OWireless remote control unit (VFA0402)

OBattery for remote control unit (CR2025)

OEye cup (VMG1458)

OMicrophone holder (VYC0870)

OScrews

6 mm in length (XSB4+6FZ) a2

12 mm in length (XSB4+12FZ) a2

OMicrophone holder adapter (VYC0890)

OShoulder strap (VFC3891)

OCleaning tape (AY-DVMCLC)

OFerrite Cores

Ferrite Cores for DV Interface Cable: (J0KG00000013)

When the DV Interface cable is to be connected, attach one Ferrite Core to one end of the cable and the other one to the other end.

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Refer to the “OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES” item (on page 70) for the model numbers of the battery and AC adapter.

Precautions for use

Take care to prevent water from entering inside the camera recorder when using it in the rain or snow or at the seashore or in other similar environments.

O Failure to heed this caution may cause the camera recorder and/or cassette to malfunction (possibly leading to irreparable damage).

Keep the camera recorder away from equipment (such as TV sets and TV game machines) that generate magnetic fields.

O When the camera recorder is used on top of or in the vicinity of a TV set, the radiation of electromagnetic waves from the set may give rise to interference in the picture and/or sound.

O The strong magnetic fields generated by speakers or large motors may ruin the tape recordings or distort the images.

O The electromagnetic waves from microcomputers may have an adverse effect on the camera recorder or give rise to distortion in the images and sound.

O If the camera recorder is adversely affected by a component that generates magnetic fields to such an extent that it can no longer operate normally, turn off the power and remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter from the power outlet, then re-install the battery or reconnect the AC adapter to the outlet. After this, switch the camera recorder’s power back on.

Do not use the camera recorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage equipment.

O If the camera recorder is used near a radio transmitter or high-voltage equipment, the recorded pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.

When using the camera recorder on the seashore or other similar environment, take care to ensure that no sand or dust enter inside the camera recorder.

O Sand and dust may damage the camera recorder and/or cassette. (Take particular care when inserting and ejecting the cassette.)

AC adapter and battery

O When the temperature of the battery unit has risen to an extremely high level or dropped to an extremely low level or when the battery is not used for prolonged periods of time and has become fully discharged, the “CHARGE” lamp flashes several times, and charging commences automatically.

O If the “CHARGE” lamp continues to flash even though the battery temperature is normal, consult your dealer as a problem may have developed within the battery or AC adapter.

O When the battery is warm, it takes longer than usual for the battery to be charged.

O When the AC adapter is used near a radio, the radio sound may be distorted. Use the adapter at a distance of at least one meter from the radio.

O Noise may be heard while the AC adapter is in use; however, this is normal and not indicative of any malfunctioning.

When carrying the camera recorder, take care not to drop it.

O A strong impact may damage the camera recorder body and render it incapable of proper operation.

O When carrying the camera recorder, always use the hand strap or shoulder strap and handle the camera carefully.

Keep the camera recorder away from insecticide sprays and volatile liquids.

O If the camera recorder comes into contact with insecticide sprays or volatile liquids, the camera body may become deformed or the surface coating may peel off.

O Ensure that the camera recorder does not remain in close contact with rubber or plastic products for prolonged periods of time.

After use, be absolutely sure to remove the cassette and either remove the camera recorder’s battery or disconnect its AC cable from the power outlet.

O If a cassette is left inside the camera recorder, tape slack may develop and result in damage to the tape.

O If the battery is left inside the camera recorder for a prolonged period, its voltage may drop to such a low level that even after it has been recharged, it may not be possible to re-use it.

Precautions for use

Battery characteristics

This camera recorder uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery which produces electrical energy by means of an internal chemical reaction. This reaction tends to be easily affected by the ambient temperature and humidity, and the period during which the battery can be effectively used decreases as the temperature becomes very high or low. The battery charge will last for only 5 minutes if the battery is used in an environment where the temperature is extremely low.

When the battery temperature rises to an abnormally high level, the protection function is activated, and it is not possible to use the battery for a while.

Always remove the battery upon completion of operation.

Never fail to remove the battery from the camera recorder. (If it is left in the camera, a small amount of current will be consumed even when the camera recorder’s power is off.) If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period, it will become excessively discharged to the extent that even after it has been recharged, it may not be possible to re-use it.

Disposing of the battery

ODispose of the battery when it has reached the end of its service life.

ODo not dispose of the battery in a fire as it may explode.

Protect the battery terminals.

Ensure that the battery terminals are free from dust and foreign matter.

If the battery has been dropped, check that the battery body and terminals have not been bent out of shape.

Inserting a deformed battery into the camera recorder or mounting it in the AC adapter may result in damage to the camera recorder or AC adapter.

LCD

OIf the same image or characters are left displayed for a prolonged period on the LCD monitor or viewfinder, the image may be burned onto the screen. If this happens, keep the power off for several hours to restore the screen to its original condition.

OThe liquid crystal parts are fabricated using high-precision technology. The screen has effective pixels that cover more than 99.99% of its area, but pixels may be missing or remain permanently lit in less than 0.01% of the area. This is neither indicative of malfunctioning nor does it affect the images in any way.

OIn locations where the temperature fluctuates considerably, condensation may form on the liquid crystal parts of LCD monitor. If this happens, wipe off the moisture using a soft, dry cloth.

OIf the temperature of the camera recorder itself is very low, the LCD monitor may be slightly darker than usual immediately after the power has been turned on. Normal brightness is restored after the internal temperature has risen.

Do not point the lens or viewfinder’s eyepiece at the sun.

Doing so may damage the internal parts.

Protective caps for the connectors

Keep the protective caps in place over any connectors which are not being used.

Mounting the camera-recorder on a tripod

The depth of the tripod mounting hole is 5.5 mm.

When mounting this camera recorder on a tripod, do not force the screw beyond this depth. Note that if you use any screw other than a 1/4- 20UNC type you could damage the camerarecorder.

Tripod mounting hole

Storage tips

When storing the camera recorder, eject the cassette from the camera recorder and remove the battery.

Store all components in a location where the humidity level is low and the temperature is relatively stable.

Recommended temperature range:

15°C to 25°C

Recommended relative humidity:

40% to 60%

Camera recorder

OWrap the camera recorder in soft cloth to keep out dust.

Battery

OThe battery’s service life is reduced if the battery is stored in a location where the temperature is extremely high or extremely low.

OIf the battery is stored in a location exposed to high concentrations of oily vapors and/or dust, the terminals may corrode or other problems may develop, possibly resulting in malfunctioning.

ODo not bring metal objects (such as necklaces or hairpins) into contact with the battery terminals. The terminals may short circuit and generate heat, and touching them in this condition may cause severe burns.

OStore the battery only when it is fully discharged. It is recommended that the battery be charged once a year when it is being stored long-term and that it be placed back in storage after it has been fully discharged using the camera recorder.

Cassette tapes

OBefore storing a cassette tape, rewind the tape to its start. If a tape that has been stopped at some interim point along its length is stored for six months or more (this period of time differs depending on the storage conditions), tape slack will develop. Always rewind the tape to its start before storing it.

OReturn cassette tapes to their original cases before storing them. Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), humidity and other such conditions may damage the tapes. Dust contains particles of hard mineral substances, and if dust should enter inside a cassette, these particles may in turn be transferred to the heads and other parts, possibly resulting in their damage. Make a habit of always returning the cassettes to their original cases.

OFast forward and rewind cassette tapes once every six months. If tapes are kept wound up for more than a year, they may become warped or distorted due to the expansion and contraction caused by changes in the temperature and humidity. In addition, layers of tape may stick together.

ODo not place cassette tapes near matter or equipment which emits strong magnetic fields.

OExtremely fine magnetic particles are contained in the coating of the tape surface, and it is here that the signals are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys and other such items may have stronger magnetic fields than suspected, which may erase recordings or give rise to noise in the pictures and sound.

Parts and their functions

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56 1 4

1POWER switch

Move this switch while pressing the lock release button.

POWER

OFF

Lock release button

2START/STOP button

When this button is pressed in the camera mode, shooting can be started or stopped. Operation is switched between the camera mode and VCR mode using the CAMERA/VCR button >.

3EJECT switch

To open the cassette holder, slide this switch in the direction of the arrow while pressing the lock release button.

Do not operate the switch while recording is in progress. The cassette holder will open but recording will continue, so external light and/or dust will adversely affect the tape.

ODo not insert or eject the cassette tape holding onto the cassette holder alone.

Insert or eject the tape with the camera recorder placed on a flat and stable surface or, alternatively, support the camera recorder with both hands so that it will be kept in a stable condition even if the cassette holder is opened.

OClose the cassette holder after ensuring that the cassette mechanism has completed the eject operation.

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	C
JE
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Lock release button

(Eye cup)

(Eye-piece)

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4Cassette holder

5CAM REMOTE jack (2.5 mm mini jack)

The remote control unit is connected to this jack to enable zooming and record start/stop to be initiated by remote control.

6PHONES jack (3.5 mm stereo mini jack)

The headphones are connected to this jack to monitor the sound.

7Remote control sensor (rear)

8Tally lamp (rear)

This lights or blinks depending on the status of the camera recorder.

Lights: While shooting is in progress.

Blinks:

O When a remote control operation has been received (about 8 blinks per second)

O When shooting is commenced (about 8 blinks per second)

O When the tape has come to the end (about 4 blinks per second)

O When a problem has arisen in the tape transport system (about 4 blinks per seconds)

O When there is little tape or battery charge remaining (once a second)

The settings for causing the tally lamp to flash are performed using the REC LAMP item on the setting menu OTHER FUNCTIONS screen. (See page 48)

9Viewfinder

:Diopter adjustment dial

This is adjusted in such a way that the viewfinder screen comes into sharp focus.

;Power socket

<DC INPUT connector (7.9V)

=Battery eject button

Parts and their functions

@? >

>CAMERA/VCR button and lamp

Each time this button is pressed, the operation mode is switched between the camera mode and VCR mode, and the lamp of the selected mode lights.

Select the camera mode for shooting.

Select the VCR mode to check the tape contents or input and record video signals from an external source.

?Scene file dial

This is used to select the scene files. (See page 35) Settings tailored to various shooting conditions are stored in the positions of this dial. During shooting, the necessary file can be instantly loaded using the dial.

@EVF DTL/END SEARCH button

When this button is pressed in the camera mode, the outlines of the images in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor are accentuated, and focusing is thereby facilitated. “EVF DTL ON” will also be displayed on the center of the screen for approximately 2 seconds. However, the images which are recorded at this time will be the regular images whose outlines are not accentuated.

Pressing the button once again will return the unit to its original status. “EVF DTL OFF” will also be displayed on the center of the screen for approximately 2 seconds.

When this button is pressed in the VCR mode, the unrecorded blanks on the video tape are searched, and the still picture mode is established about one second before an unrecorded blank.

The part which was shot last can also be searched using the END SEARCH item setting on the setting menu PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS screen. (See page 43)

OWhen one tape is replaced with another, the part which was shot last cannot be searched using this button.

OIf no signals have been recorded on the tape, the tape stops at the tape end.

White balance sensor

OThis function may not operate properly if there is an unrecorded blank near the tape start or at a point along the tape.

OBefore proceeding with recording, check the picture which has been searched.

AGAIN switch

When the camera screen is too dark, change the setting of this switch to boost the gain and make the screen brighter. The M and H gain values are set using the MID GAIN item and HIGH GAIN item on the setting menu SW MODE screen. (See page 42)

L : The switch is normally kept at this position. (0 dB)

M : The gain of the camera video amplifier is boosted. (Factory setting: 6 dB)

H : The gain of the camera video amplifier is further boosted. (Factory setting: 12 dB)

BWHITE BAL switch

This is used to set the white balance.

A or B:

The white balance value adjusted by the AWB button C is stored in the memory.

PRST (preset):

Set the switch to this position in cases where, for instance, there is no time to adjust the white balance.

The 3200K and 5600K white balance values are stored in the memory.

Press the AWB button to switch between the two values.

OThe ATW (Auto Tracking White) function can be allocated to the A, B or PRST position using the ATW item on the setting menu SW MODE screen. (See page 42)

OWhat kind of light source is being used during shooting is determined by the white balance sensor.

Do not block the front of the white balance sensor with your hand or any other object during shooting or the ATW function will not operate properly.

Parts and their functions

Zoom ring pin

CAWB button

When this button is pressed while the WHITE BAL switch B is set to the A or B position, the white balance is automatically adjusted, and the white balance value is stored in the memory.

If this button is then held down, the black balance is adjusted.

When this button is pressed while the WHITE BAL switch B is set to the PRST position, the current white balance value is displayed.

When the AWB button is pressed again, the 3200K and 5600K white balance values are selected alternately.

OWhile recording is in progress, the black balance cannot be adjusted.

DIRIS button

Each time this button is pressed, the method of adjusting the lens iris is switched between the auto mode and manual mode.

<Note>

The maximum aperture of the lens iris of this unit is F1.6 when the lens is at the full zoom

(W)position and F2.8 at the full TELE (T) position.

The display shown for the F-number in the viewfinder and/or LCD monitor is “OPEN” when the lens is at the full zoom (W) position and “F2.8” or “OPEN” when the lens is at the full TELE (T) position.

EIRIS dial

This is used to adjust the lens iris.

When the IRIS button D is set to the manual mode, this dial is used to adjust the lens iris. Even in the auto mode, the lens iris can be adjusted using this dial.

OThe direction in which the IRIS dial is turned and iris control can be set using the IRIS DIAL item on the setting menu SW MODE screen. (See page 42)

FFOCUS switch

This is used to select the method of controlling the focus.

A (AUTO):

Auto focus mode

M (MANUAL):

Manual focus mode

The focus ring H is controlled manually to

adjust the focus.

∞:

After the focal length has been set to infinity, the manual focus mode is established. Even if the FOCUS switch is set to the ∞ position, it will return to the M (MANUAL) position.

OEven when the manual focus mode is established, the AUTO button J setting takes priority if it is pressed.

OIf flicker occurs, the auto focus control may not be exercised properly, so select a shutter speed suited to the lighting. (See page 29)

OThe focus assist mode is established if the auto focus mode is selected in the progressive mode or slow shutter mode.

Focusing can be conducted more precisely than in the manual focus mode, but it takes slightly longer to exercise focus control compared with the regular auto focus mode.

GPUSH AUTO button

While this button is pressed with the FOCUS switch set to the M (MANUAL) position, the auto focus mode is established, and the focus is adjusted.

HFocus ring

IZoom ring

If the zoom ring pin is not required, fit it into the threaded hole under the handle so that it will not be lost.

Parts and their functions

J S

JAUTO button

When the AUTO button is pressed, the operation mode which was set on the setting menu AUTO SW screen is established, and

“ A ” appears in the upper part of the

viewfinder and LCD monitor.

On the setting menu AUTO SW screen, the mode of the operation to be performed automatically (auto iris, auto gain control, auto tracking white or auto focus) when the AUTO button is pressed is set.

(See page 43)

The setting is released when the button is pressed again.

KUSER1, USER2 and USER3 buttons

One of 11 functions can be allocated in turn to each of the USER1, USER2 and USER3 buttons.

In accordance with the subject concerned, the shooting conditions can be instantly selected or fade effects can be added to the images.

For details, refer to the USER1 item, USER2 item and USER3 item (page 42) on the setting menu SW MODE screen.

LND FILTER switch

This is used to select the ND filter (for adjusting the light quantity) to be used.

OFF: The ND filter is not used.

1/8 : The light quantity is reduced to about one eighth.

1/64: The light quantity is reduced to about one sixty-fourth.

MAUDIO controls

These are used to adjust the recording level of the audio signals which have been input to the built-in microphone P and INPUT 1 and 2 connectors Y.

Adjust the recording level of the audio signals using these controls, irrespective of the setting selected for the MIC ALC item on the RECORDING SETUP screen of the setting menu (page 44).

It is recommended that the centre position normally be selected for use.

OThey cannot be used to adjust the audio signals which have been input to the AUDIO IN/OUT CH1 and CH2 connectors

NLight shoe

A video light, for instance, is attached to this shoe.

OMicrophone shoe

The accessory microphone holder is attached to this shoe so that a microphone (optional accessory), etc. can be mounted. (See page 57)

PMicrophone (built-in, stereo)

Do not apply a strong load from an external source to this microphone as it may damage the microphone.

QTally lamp (front)

Refer to the details on the tally lamp (rear) 8.

RRemote control sensor (front)

SMENU button

When this button is pressed, the menu mode is established, and the setting menu screen is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.

When it is pressed again, the menu mode is released.

Parts and their functions

T[In the camera mode]

“5” :

		When the lever is tilted in the “5”
		direction in the shooting pause mode, the
		tape is played back in the “5” direction
		at 1a speed while the lever is tilted.
		“6” :
		When the lever is tilted in the “6”
V		direction in the shooting pause mode, the
V		tape is played back in the “6” direction
		tape is played back in the “6” direction
		at 1a speed while the lever is tilted.
		OThe scenes shot up until now can be
Y W Z	X	checked in the shooting pause mode.
Y W Z	X
TOPERATION lever		US-VIDEO IN/OUT connector

This lever is used to operate the VCR and conduct the menu operations.

This is the S-video input/output connector.

[In the VCR mode]

“1” :

When the lever is tilted in the “1” direction in the stop mode, the tape is played back. When it is tilted in the same direction during playback, the variable speed search mode (see page 63) is established, and the tape is played back at the 1a speed. (Sound is not played back.)

“5” :

When the lever is tilted in the “5” direction in the stop mode, the tape is fast forwarded.

When it is tilted in the same direction during playback, the tape is cued at 10a speed.

VAUDIO IN/OUT CH1 and CH2 connectors (pin jacks)

These are the input/output connectors for the audio signals.

WVIDEO IN/OUT connector (pin jack)

This is the input/output connector for the video signals.

XDV connector

An IEEE1394 (4-pin) cable (optional accessory) is connected here.

Video signals, audio signals or time codes, for instance, can be input and output digitally.

“6” :

When the lever is tilted in the “6” direction in the stop mode, the tape is rewound.

When it is tilted in the same direction during playback, the tape is reviewed at 10a speed.

“$” :

When the lever is tilted in the “$” direction, the tape is stopped.

“;” :

When the lever is pressed during playback, the tape is set to the pause (temporary stop) mode.

[In the menu mode]

“3” :

When the lever is tilted in the “3” direction, the items displayed on the menu screen are moved upward.

“4” :

When the lever is tilted in the “4” direction, the items displayed on the menu screen are moved downward.

“;” :

Press the lever to change a setting.

YINPUT 1, 2 connectors (XLR, 3-pin)

External microphones or audio components are connected here.

ZINPUT 1/2 switch

This is used to switch the audio input signals which are connected to the INPUT 1 and 2 connectors.

LINE:

The audio input signals from the audio component serving as the line input are selected; their input level is 0 dBu.

MIC:

The audio input signals from the external microphone(s) are selected; their input level is –50 dBu.

The input level can be changed to –60 dBu using the MIC GAIN 1 and MIC GAIN 2 items on the setting menu RECORDING SETUP screen. (See page 44)

Parts and their functions

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[ZOOM switch

This is used to select motor-driven zoom operations or manual zoom operations.

SERVO:

For motor-driven zoom operations

(At this position, do not attempt to perform manual zoom operations or malfunctioning may result.)

MANU:

For manual zoom operations

\START/STOP button (on the handle)

When this button is pressed in the camera mode, shooting start or stop is selected.

The camera mode and VCR mode are switched using the CAMERA/VCR button >.

]REC CHECK button

When this button is pressed in the shooting pause mode, the picture and sound immediately before shooting was stopped are played back for several seconds, and the shooting pause mode is established at the original position on the tape.

^Zoom button

When the ZOOM switch is at the SERVO position, motor-driven zoom operations are performed.

When this button is pressed lightly, zoom operations are performed at a low speed; when it is pressed with force, they are performed at a high speed.

_Zoom button (on the handle)

`HANDLE ZOOM switch

This switch is used to select one of the three speeds for the zoom operations conducted using the zoom button _ on the handle.

The speed is set using the HANDLE ZOOM item on the setting menu SW MODE screen. (See page 42)

[ ZOOM

SERVO MANU

aAUDIO DUB button

When the pause status is established in the VCR mode and this button is pressed, the mode in which audio dubbing can be started is established.

Press “;” of the OPERATION lever T to record the sound. To stop the recording, tilt the OPERATION lever in the “$” direction.

The audio input used for audio dubbing is set using the A DUB INPUT item on the setting menu AV IN/OUT SETUP screen. (See page 46)

OBefore proceeding with the audio dubbing, select “32K (12 bit)” as the AUDIO REC item setting on the setting menu RECORDING SETUP screen and then start shooting. (See page 44)

bVCR REC buttons

When these two buttons are pressed at the same time in the stop status of the VCR mode, the video signals from the connected component are recorded.

When they are pressed at the same time in the playback pause status of the VCR mode, the recording standby status is established.

Each time “;” of the OPERATION lever T is pressed, the status alternates between recording and recording standby.

To stop recording, tilt the OPERATION lever in the “$” direction.

OBefore proceeding to record, check that the video signals have been input.

cAUDIO MON/VAR buttons

These buttons are used to adjust the volume at which the sound is to be output from the internal speaker f or PHONES jack 6.

The playback direction and playback speed are changed in the variable speed search mode. (See page 63)

When these buttons are pressed in the pause status, the tape is played back frame by frame.

Parts and their functions

f g h i

k m e j l d

dOPEN button

Press the OPEN button in the direction of the arrow to open the LCD monitor e.

When the LCD monitor is opened, the image on the viewfinder switches to the LCD monitor.

The image can be switched using the EVF MODE item on the setting menu DISPLAY SETUP screen. (See page 48)

OPEN

eLCD monitor

fInternal speaker

gRESET button

If the camera recorder cannot be operated even though its power is on or some other form of trouble has occurred, use a pointed object to press the RESET button. This will reset the system microcomputer.

Even after resetting has been initiated, the entered setting menu values and memory contents will not be erased.

Refrain from pressing the RESET button when the camera recorder is operating properly.

hSHUTTER button

Press this button to change the shutter speed.

After pressing this button, press the SPEED SEL button i to select the shutter speed. (See page 29)

This button cannot be operated in the slow shutter mode.

iSPEED SEL button

After pressing the SHUTTER button h or when the slow shutter mode is established, press this button to select the shutter speed. (See page 29)

jCH1 SELECT switch

This switch is used to select the input signals which are to be recorded on the audio channel 1 track.

INT (L):

Audio signals of the left (L) channel of the internal microphone

INPUT1:

Audio signals which are input to the INPUT

1connector

INPUT2:

Audio signals which are input to the INPUT

2connector

kCH2 SELECT switch

This switch is used to select the input signals which are to be recorded on the audio channel 2 track.

INT (R):

Audio signals of the right (R) channel of the internal microphone

INPUT2:

Audio signals which are input to the INPUT 2 connector

lINPUT 1 switch (MIC POWER +48 V)

When this switch is set to ON, +48 V power (power supply for the phantom mic) is supplied to the INPUT 1 connector.

mINPUT 2 switch (MIC POWER +48 V)

When this switch is set to ON, +48 V power (power supply for the phantom mic) is supplied to the INPUT 2 connector.

Parts and their functions

p q

	o	r
	n	r
	n

nCOUNTER RESET button

This button is used to reset the counter value on the counter display and the memory counter value to zero.

It cannot reset the time code or user’s bit.

oCOUNTER button

This button is used to select what data is to be displayed on the counter display which is in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.

Each time it is pressed, the data to be displayed changes.

COUNTER:

The counter value is displayed.

M COUNTER:

The counter value in the memory stop mode is displayed.

TC : The time code is displayed. UB : The user’s bit is displayed.

FR : The frame rate information (25P) when shooting is to be performed in the progressive mode is displayed.

Blank display :

No data is displayed.

Memory stop mode

The memory stop mode is established when the display is switched to M COUNTER using the COUNTER button.

1Switch the display to M COUNTER, and press the COUNTER RESET button n at any tape position to reset the counter value.

2Proceed with playback or shooting.

3Establish the VCR mode using the CAMERA/VCR button.

4When the tape is now rewound or fast forwarded, it stops travelling automatically near where the counter value was reset.

O If the counter value is reset at the OUT point during audio dubbing, audio dubbing can be stopped in the memory stop mode.

pMODE CHK button

When this button is pressed, the current camera status setting can be checked in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.

qZEBRA button

When this button is pressed in camera mode, a zebra pattern or marker appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor, enabling the brightness of the subject to be checked.

Each time it is pressed, the display changes as shown below.

OFF

Marker ZEBRA 2 ZEBRA 1

The level of each zebra pattern can be set using the ZEBRA DETECT 1 item and ZEBRA DETECT 2 item on the setting menu DISPLAY SETUP screen.

The zebra pattern which has been set is displayed as a percentage for the prescribed time (approx. 2 seconds).

Display of the marker can also be switched ON/OFF with the MARKER item on this screen. (See page 47)

Zebra pattern

Parts that may be whitened out due to overexposure are displayed using a striped pattern.

rOIS button

This button is used to set camera shake

compensation to ON or OFF. When the compensation is ON, appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.

Select ON or OFF to suit the shooting conditions.

When shooting using a tripod, the OFF setting is recommended.

sTripod mounting hole

Parts and their functions

Remote control unit

			DATE/	PHOTO	START/
		OSD	DATE/	PHOTO	STOP
1 2		OSD	TIME	SHOT
1 2		COUNTER RESET		TITLE	ZOOM
5	6	MULTI/
7	6	P-IN-P	REC	A.DUB	– VOL +
7					– VOL +
		C/REW	PLAY	FF/ B
		STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV
		INDEX	STOP	INDEX
		SELECT	VAR.		PB.
			VAR.		PB.
			SEARCH		ZOOM

STORE

	MENU
OFF/ON	SET
OFF/ON
P.B.DIGITAL	ITEM
P.B.DIGITAL

The buttons listed below are for functions which are not featured on the camera recorder.

OPHOTO SHOT	OTITLE
OMULTI/P-IN-P	OSELECT
OSTORE	OOFF/ON
OPB. ZOOM	O N

1OSD button

When this button is pressed, the information displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor is added to the video signals, and it can be displayed on a TV monitor as well.

When it is pressed again, the display on the TV monitor is cleared.

2DATE/TIME button

When this button is pressed, the shooting date (year/month/day) and/or time are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.

Each time it is pressed, the display is switched in the sequence shown below.

No display

Time display

Date display

Time and date display

5COUNTER button

This button has the same function as the COUNTER button on the camera recorder body.

6COUNTER RESET button

This button has the same function as the COUNTER RESET button on the camera recorder body.

7REC button

When this button is pressed together with the PLAY button while operation is stopped in the VCR mode, the video signals from the connected component are recorded.

When it is pressed together with the PLAY button during playback pause in the VCR mode, the recording standby status is established.

Each time the PAUSE (;) button is pressed, the status is switched between recording and recording standby.

To stop recording, press the STOP ($) button.

8A. DUB button

This button has the same function as the AUDIO DUB button on the camera recorder body.

3START/STOP button

This button has the same function as the START/STOP button on the camera recorder body.

4ZOOM/VOL buttons

During shooting, these buttons are used to conduct motor-driven zoom operations.

The zoom speed is fixed at the medium speed.

During tape playback, they are used to adjust the volume at which the sound is to be output from the internal speaker and PHONES jack.

Parts and their functions

DATE/ PHOTO

OSD TIME SHOT

COUNTER RESET TITLE

MULTI/

P-IN-P REC A.DUB

C/REW PLAY FF/ B

9STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX

START/ STOP

ZOOM

– VOL +

SELECT		:
VAR.		PB.
SEARCH		ZOOM
STORE		;
	MENU	;
OFF/ON		SET
OFF/ON

ITEM

P.B.DIGITAL

9VCR operation buttons C/REW button (6)

This button has the same function as the OPERATION lever on the camera recorder body.

FF/B button (5)

This button has the same function as the OPERATION lever on the camera recorder body.

PLAY button (1)

When this button is pressed in the VCR mode, the tape is played back.

When it pressed together with the REC button, the video signals from the connected component are recorded.

:VAR. SEARCH button

When this button is pressed during playback, the variable search mode is established, and “1a” is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor. When the “V” or “B” button among the SET buttons ; is pressed, the playback speed is changed.

Each time the “V” or “B” button is pressed, the playback speed is changed by one setting in the following sequence: 1/5a (or 1/3a in the LP mode), 1a, 2a, 5a, 10a and 20a.

Use the “V” button to change the speed in the forward direction and the “B” button to change it in the reverse direction.

STILL ADV buttons (E, D)

When either button is pressed during tape playback, slow-motion playback results. When it is pressed in the pause status, frame advance playback results.

(E in the reverse direction, D in the forward direction)

INDEX buttons (:, 9)

When either button is pressed during tape playback, the start of a recorded section is searched.

(: in the reverse direction, 9 in the forward direction)

PAUSE button (;)

This button has the same function as the OPERATION lever on the camera recorder body.

STOP button ($)

This button has the same function as the OPERATION lever on the camera recorder body.

;SET buttons MENU button:

This button has the same function as the MENU button on the camera recorder body.

“V” button:

When this is pressed in the menu mode, the items displayed on the menu screen are moved upward.

When it is pressed in the search mode, the speed is changed in the forward direction.

“B” button:

When this is pressed in the menu mode, the items displayed on the menu screen are moved downward.

When it is pressed in the search mode, the speed is changed in the reverse direction.

“M” button:

Press this in the menu mode to change settings.

Remote control unit

Installing the battery

1 While pushing the knob in the direction of the arrow, pull out the holder.

2 Insert the battery with the “+” marking face up.

3 Return the holder to its original position.

OWhen the battery (CR2025) has completely run down, replace it with a new one. (The battery life is about one year although it depends on how often the remote control unit is used.) If the remote control unit is operated near the camera recorder’s remote control sensor and the camera recorder fails to operate, it means that the battery has run down.

OKeep batteries out of the reach of small children.

Remote control unit settings

In order to prevent mistakes made in operations performed using remote control when two camera recorders are operated at the same time, the operation buttons on the camera recorder and accessory wireless remote control unit can be set to work for “VCR1” applications and for “VCR2” applications.

Setting method

OWireless remote control unit

When the STOP ($) and STILL ADV (D) buttons among the VCR operation buttons are pressed at the same time, the operation buttons on the remote control unit are set to be used for VCR1.

Similarly, when the STOP ($) and STILL ADV (E) buttons among the VCR operation buttons are pressed at the same time, the operation buttons on the remote control unit are set to be used for VCR2.

When the battery in the remote control unit has been replaced, the operation buttons are set to be used for VCR1.

OCamera recorder body

Set VCR1 and VCR2 using the REMOTE item on the setting menu OTHER FUNCTIONS screen. (See page 48)

If the camera recorder body and remote control unit settings are at variance, “REMOTE” in red letters lights up and is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor.

		DATE/	PHOTO	START/
	OSD	DATE/	PHOTO	STOP
	OSD	TIME	SHOT
	COUNTER RESET		TITLE	ZOOM
	MULTI/	REC	A.DUB
	P-IN-P	REC	A.DUB	+
				– VOL
	C/REW	PLAY	FF/ B
	STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV
	INDEX	STOP	INDEX
	SELECT	VAR.		PB.
		VAR.		PB.
		SEARCH		ZOOM
	STORE
			MENU
VCR 2	OFF/ON			SET	VCR 1
	OFF/ON

ITEM

P.B.DIGITAL

Charging the battery

Fully charge the battery using the AC adapter before use.

It is recommended that a spare battery be kept on hand just in case it is needed.

1 Place the battery flat along the mark on the AC adapter, and slide it into position.

OIf the DC cable is connected to the AC adapter, disconnect it before proceeding. The battery cannot be charged if this cable is connected.

2 Connect the AC cable to the power outlet.

OThe “POWER” lamp and “CHARGE” lamp on the AC adapter light up, and charging commences.

OIf the “CHARGE” lamp fails to light when the battery has been mounted, re-mount the battery.

CHARGE

POWER

3 Upon completion of the charging, the “CHARGE” lamp on the AC adapter goes off.

4 Slide the battery out of position and remove it.

Charging and recording times of accessory battery

Charging time	Continuous recording time
Approx. 120 minutes	Approx. 90 (80) minutes

O The table above gives the approximate durations. The figure in parentheses is the duration when the LCD monitor is used.

O The durations in the above table apply when the ambient temperature is 20°C and the relative humidity is 60%. Charging may take longer at other temperature and humidity levels.

OThe battery heats up during operation and during charging, as does the camera recorder body.

OIf recording and stop operations are repeated more than is necessary, the recording time will be less than the values given in the above table.

OWhen the temperature of the battery unit has risen to an extremely high level or dropped to an extremely low level or when the battery is not used for prolonged periods of time has become fully discharged, the “CHARGE” lamp flashes several times, and charging commences automatically.

OIf the “CHARGE” lamp continues to flash even though the battery temperature is normal, consult your dealer as a problem may have developed within the battery or AC adapter.

OWhen the battery is warm, it takes longer than usual for the battery to be charged.

OWhen the AC adapter is used near a radio, the radio sound may be distorted. Use the adapter at a distance of at least one meter from the radio.

ONoise may be heard while the AC adapter is in use; however, this is normal and not indicative of any malfunctioning.

OThe battery cannot be charged while supplying power from the AC adapter to the camera recorder.

Mounting the battery

1 Raise the viewfinder.

2 Push the battery straight in, and slide it downward until it clicks into position.

Removing the battery

While pressing the battery eject button, slide the battery upward to remove.

OSet the POWER switch to OFF, and check that the CAMERA/VCR lamp has gone off before removing the battery.

OSupport the battery with your hand to ensure that it will not drop.

Battery eject button

3 Return the viewfinder to its original position.

Supplying power from the AC adapter

1 Raise the viewfinder.

2 Push the battery-type connector on the DC cable straight in, and slide it downward until it clicks into position.

3 Connect the DC cable to the AC adapter.

4 Connect the AC cable to the power outlet.

5 Return the viewfinder to its original position.

Connect the AC adapter correctly as shown in the figure.

OThe battery cannot be charged while supplying power from the AC adapter to the camera recorder.

Cassette tapes

Inserting a cassette tape

Do not insert or eject a cassette tape by taking hold of the cassette holder alone.

1 Check that the power supply (battery or AC adapter) is connected to the camera recorder.

2 While pressing the lock release button, slide the EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow to open the cassette holder.

EJECT

Lock release button

3 Insert the cassette tape as shown in the figure below.

4 Push the part marked “ PUSH CLOSE ” to close the cassette holder securely.

OOperations cannot be performed while the cassette holder is open.

PUSH CLOSE

OAlso, before removing the cassette tape, check that the power supply is connected to the camera recorder, then slide the EJECT switch.

OIf the a cassette is not going to be inserted immediately after one has been removed, keep the cassette holder closed.

ODo not attempt this operation while recording is in progress. The cassette holder will open but recording will continue, so external light and/or dust will adversely affect the tape.

To prevent accidental erasure of recordings

Set the cassette tab to “SAVE” in order to prevent what has been recorded on the tape from being erased by mistake.

REC

SAVE

$ Use of the following mini DV cassette tapes is recommended for this camera recorder: AY-DVM30 (30 minutes in the SP mode) AY-DVM60 (60 minutes in the SP mode)

O Do not use 80-minute mini DV cassette tapes.

$ Even when material is shot in the LP mode, the picture quality will not deteriorate but mosaic-type noise may occur or certain restrictions may apply to some of the functions.

In the following cases, mosaic-type noise may occur and/or proper operation may not be possible.

O When a tape which was shot by this camera recorder in the LP mode is played back in another digital video component

O When a tape which was shot by another digital video component in the LP mode is played back in this camera recorder

O When a tape which was shot by this camera recorder in the LP mode is played back in a digital video component which is not equipped with the LP mode

O When slow or frame advance playback is performed

O When the camera search function is used $ Audio dubbing is not possible in the LP mode as the track width on the tape is

narrower than the head width.

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