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to
enable users
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This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage
within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause
electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any
kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature
concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit
has been included. Therefore, it should be read
in
carefully
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FEATURES
Your high resolution Panasonic S-VHS Movie
produces unsurpassed S-VHS Video images.
Actually
Camera, Video Recorder and Player, your S-VHS
Movie will operate steadily for up to 2 hours and 40
minutes using T160 tape.
an
S-VHS format combination of Video
I Super VHS System Pages 29, 30 I
The Super VHS system has been designed to offer
an
the advantages of
resolution
and signal quality have made this higher image detail
a new standard
will produce the most immediate impact that color
programs can offer,
in
excess of 400 lines. Advances in tape
image with a horizontal
in
the making. This S-VHS system
on
S-VHS tape.
I Liquid Crystal Color EVF
This
Movie
EVF
Separate
features
making
controls
I Title Your Recording Page
The Built-in Tiller lets you compose and insert titles
on
the spot or edit them at your convenience using
the memory. Selecting the letter size, color and
placement
professional appearance.
I Built-In Speaker Page
This Movie is designed so that the built-in speaker
is next to your ear while recording or reviewing a
tape, making sound monitoring easy. The Volume
Control lets you adjust the sound to your hearing.
I High Speed Shutter Page
You can record fast-paced action with the High Speed
Shutter Switch ON. Later a still mode playback (or
slow mode with a Panasonic TECH 3 or TECH 4
VCR) will reveal the fine points of any motion at
1/1000th, 1/500th, or 1/250th of a second.
I
Power
The smooth power zoom will bring the subject up to
8 times closer, or with the Macro function you can
move into the miniature, up to 1 inch from the lens.
Zoom
an
the
on
enlarged 1 inch
picture
in
the
adjust
the
color,
the screen will give your tapes a
and
Macro
Function
Liquid
viewfinder
brightness
more
Pages 22,
Crystal
realistic.
and
Color
TINT.
251
131
231
231
I Flying Erase Head
The advanced Flying Erase
in
your Movie produces exceptionally clean edits
between recorded segments
I Self Timer Recording Page 21l
This feature allows you to be part of the scene, by
setting a 1 0 sec delay before recording actually starts.
I Time Lapse Recording Page 21l
1 second of a minute is recorded.
I Audio Dubbing
With the Audio Dub feature, you can record
comments or music
recorded tape.
He~technology
of
your video production.
on
any segment of previously
included
Page
351
I Video Dubbing
With the Video Dub feature, the advanced rotary
flying erase head technology enables you to edit your
video tapes by replacing existing video segments of
the tape with a new video segment.
Pages 33,
I Record A TV Program Page
The Movie enables you to record a TV program
through the AC Adaptor assembly if the
VIDEO OUT & AUDIO OUT Terminals.
I Playback Video Page
Immediately view your recordings
View Finder (EVF) using any of the special effect
playback functions.
I
VHS
Index/ Address Search Systems Page 20 I
Your Movie recordings are automatically indexed
an
with
tape. VCRs with the VHS Index/Address Search
Systems use these signals for direct location of
scenes on a tape.
Index Signal and Address Signals
in
the Electronic
I Automatic/Manual Focusing Page 22l
The Auto focus system works via
beam aimed at objects positioned at the center of
the lens.
an
infrared light
I Record Review Page
While
in
record/pause mode
View Finder
check
the
last
(EVF)
and
few
seconds of tape just recorded.
I Automatic White Balance Page
Automatic indoor/outdoor light compensation and the
Automatic White Balance will continuously adjust for
the optimum color balance.
I ceo Image Sensor
The CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensor
a durable, vibration resistant chip which improves your
color image
and
conveniently needs
I HQ (High Quality) System
This Movie
provide excellent video pictures,
with existing VHS standard equipment.
14
Ways To Supply Power Pages 12,
You can move your video production anywhere using
one of the four available power supplies.
INDOORSAdaptor give you constant power when you plug-in
the Movie, and charge batteries. You can also use
the supplied
regular TV.
OUTDOORS - With the Battery Pack connected to
your Movie you have approximately 1 hour and
minutes of continuous use.
IN
YOUR
cigarette lighter with the Car Battery Cord (optional).
-3-
is
equipped with the
The
AC
AC
Adaptor to hook up to a monitor or
VEHICLE-
you
may use the Electronic
the Record Review feature to
no
warm
HQ
System to
and
is compatible
Adaptor or optional Plug-In
The Movie simply plugs into the
TV
on
up time.
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321
has
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the
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241
is
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AC
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TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
PV-S445
INTRODUCTION
Your Movie is designed to help you make video
recordings even if you have never used a movie
camera before. This means that, except for making
a selection or two, all of the recording conditions will
be
taken care of automatically. With this manual you
will find it easy to become familiar with your Movie
and enjoy it under a wide range of recording
conditions.
VIEWFINDER (EVF)
TITLE KEYBOARD
EVF CONNECTOR
HIGH SPEED SHUTTER
SWITCH
....
WHITE BALANCE SWITCH
_.SELF
TIMER SWITCH
REVIEW
BUTTON
• FOCUS
(WITH PUSH-TO-
FOCUS BUTTON)
• DISPLAY
• COLOR
• S-VHS
• S-VHS SELECTOR
SWITCH
SWITCH--------/
BUTTON---------...
BUTTON-------,
INDICATOR----
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RESET BUTTON
DISPLAY/
MEMORY/LAP TIME (D/M/L)
BUTTON
SET BUTTON
SELECT BUTTON
DATE/TIME BUTTON
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FRONT VIEW
• BACKLIGHT BUTTON
Press this button while recording your subject and
the lens opening will automatically compensate for
high contrast lighting conditions.
• TALLY LIGHT
The red tally light alerts those being recorded that
recording is
• FADE BUTTON
When this button is pressed, the picture
viewfinder and
button
fade
• ZOOM LEVER
Use this lever to zoom
• MACRO BUTTON (ON ZOOM LEVER)
Used to unlock the Zoom Lever
the far left Macro position to get close-up images.
• LENS FOCUS RING
Rotate this ring to focus the picture manually.
• LENS HOOD
Shields camera lens and accepts lens cap.
Remove this hood to attach optic filters.
• DISTANCE DETECTION WINDOW
This window
distance for Auto Focus.
• FOCUS SWITCH (WITH PUSH-TO-FOCUS
BUTTON)
Use the "AUTO" position for constant auto focus.
In
the "MANUAL" position the focus remains fixed
until
you
the Push-To-Focus Button.
• DISPLAY BUTTON
When
The page number
corner. While recording the page number indication
will disappear. Press this button to obtain the
DISPLAY mode. To release from the DISPLAY
mode, press this button again.
• COLOR BUTTON
Press this button to select one of 8 colors
(WhiteRed
- Blue - Black) for the title when it
• PAGE UP/DOWN BUTTONS
Press this button to select the/,pages either up or
down when the titles are displayed. Pages without
titles will
• S-VHS INDICATOR
The S-VHS INDICATOR will light up:
1)
During S-VHS tape playback.
2)
To indicate the S-VHS Selector Switch is "ON",
when the power comes
3)
To indicate a S-VHS Standard recording is being
made with S-VHS tape, while the S-VHS
Selector Switch is "ON".
• S-VHS SELECTOR SWITCH
Normally set to "ON".
Set to "OFF" for conventional VHS recording
S-VHS tape.
in
progress.
on
the tape will fade out. When the
is
released, the picture will automatically
in
.
in
and out
is
used to detect subject-to-camera
manually adjust the Focus
ON,
titles
can
be
displayed
is
displayed
Yellow-
be
Cyan-
skipped automatically.
on
so
in
Green-
on.
your subject.
it moves into
Ring
and
the upper right
Magenta-
in
the
, or use
recorded.
is
displayed.
on
• COLOR CONTROL
This control lets you adjust the intensity of the
in
colors
• TINT CONTROL
This control lets you adjust for the most natural
fleshtones
• BRIGHT CONTROL
This control lets you adjust the brightness of the
picture.
•
BUll
To monitor sound during playback or record place
your ear up to the speaker . Check the volume level
and adjust to a comfortable level.
•
BUll
To increase or decrease the level of sound from
the speaker. This control will not affect the audio
level recorded on the tape.
• ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF)
• TITLE KEYBOARD
To compose and insert titles onto a recording use
this keyboard as described on pages 25-28.
• EVF CONNECTOR
For connecting the Electronic Viewfinder.
• HIGH SPEED SHUTTER SWITCH
Used for a clear image replay of high speed moti
in
• WHITE BALANCE SWITCH
The White Balance Switch
automatically maintain the optimum color balance
in
conditions.
• SELF TIMER SWITCH
Selects a time delay before recording or selects a
time lapse recording. See page
• RECORD REVIEW BUTTON
Press this button to review the last few seconds of
your recording.
• RESET BUTTON
Resets the Tape or Lap Time Counter.
• COUNTER DISPLAY/MEMORY/LAP TIME (D/M/L)
BUTTON
Used to display the battery charge status, Tape
Counter, Lap Time Counter and clear these
displays
• SET BUTTON
Used to set the date or time
• SELECT BUTTON
Used to select the date or time
• DATE/TIME BUTTON
Used to select the date/time display or date display.
the EVF.
in
the EVF.
T-IN SPEAKER
T-IN SPEAKER VOLUME CONTROL
Still or Slow mode.
in
"AUTO" will
either the indoor or outdoor range of lighting
21
for details.
on
the EVF.
in
clock mode.
in
clock mode.
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DescRIPTION
REAR VIEW
OF
CONTROLS
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Convenient mounting for the optional Super
Directional Microphone or lights .
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EXTERNAL MICROPHONE JACK
To connect
microphone
external microphone
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POWER ZOOM SWITCH
Used to "zoom-in" with Telephoto ("T") or "zoomout" with Wide Angle ("W").
RECORD/PAUSE BUTTON
Used to start or pause camera recording.
CASSETTE COMPARTMENT
TRACKING CONTROL
If
visual interference appears
picture, use this control to obtain the clearest
picture.
ATTACHMENT RINGS
MOUNT
an
external microphone. The built-in
is
automatically disconnected when
is
plugged
T-IN MICROPHONE
in.
in
the playback
an
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REMOTE JACK
Connect the Wired Remote Control here.
EARPHONE JACK
An
optional earphone plugs
sound being recorded or played back.
BATTERY EJECT BUTTON
To eject the Battery Pack.
S-VIDEO INPUT CONNECTOR
(DIN CONNECTOR)
For S-VIDEO input connection from another S-VHS
VCR or a S-VHS Movie.
S-VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
(DIN CONNECTOR)
For S-VIDEO output connection to a TV with
S-VIDEO input connector or another S-VHS VCR.
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Insert a Battery Pack, the optional Plug-In AC
Adaptor or the optional Car Battery Cord to use as
the power supply.
Set
or provides the best picture during playback .
4,
whichever is not used for TV broadcast
in
your area,
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VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
on
For connection to a video input connector
AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
an
For connection to
audio tape recorder.
INPUT SIGNAL SELECTOR
IN
VCR
MODE: Position-
IN
CAMERA MODE: Your Movie normally operates with video from the
CHARGING INDICATOR LAMP
Lights while the Battery Pack
... POWER INDICATOR LAMP
This indicator lights up when the
connected to
BATTERY CHARGING COMPARTMENT
For charging a Battery Pack.
AUDIO INPUT CONNECTOR
For connection from
other Audio Source.
an
audio input connector
CAMERA
No
Video signalAudio signal-
camera and audio from the microphone, regardless of
selector position.
is
AC
outlet.
an
audio output connector
display
Microphone
charging. After charging, this light will go off .
AC
Power Plug of the
a monitor TV or VCR.
on
a monitor TV, VCR, or
LINE
Video-In
Audio-In
AC
on
another
Adaptor
VCR,
an
is
TV, or
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CAUTION: Operating at a voltage setting of
Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance
alternate
which has special
AC
plug.
VIDEO INPUT CONNECTOR
For connection from a video output connector
record a TV program .
VHF ANTENNA INPUT TERMINAL
Connect the
VHF ANTENNA OUTPUT TERMINAL
Connect this terminal to the VHF antenna terminal
supplied VHF Connecting Cable.
i '
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We
recommend using the accessory Power Plug Adaptor (VJSS0070)
AC
outlets.
VHF
antenna or cable TV cable
11
0/120/220/240V
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on
another VCR, or TV,
to
this terminal.
on
AC
may require the use of a different
the TV using the
AC
plug.
in
selecting
in
an
an
area
to
ADJUSTMENTS
HOW TO ADJUST THE ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER
FOR
EASY
HANDLING
-
1 . The Electronic Viewfinder will
on
slide forward
swing to the left to lock into a
right-angled viewing position.
You
can remove the EVF by sliding
completely forward. Then press the
recessed spring
EVF and pull it completely off the
the
mount.
VISION ADJUSTMENT LEVER
1.
When Power
eyepiece.
TO USE THE SHOULDER STRAP
its mount and
it
on
the underside of
plate
is
ON, make contact with the EVF
2.
In
the locked position you may
extend or contract the EVF for
comfortable left or right eye
viewing.
To store
In
the locked viewing position extend the EVF out to clear the Microphone
•
Mount. Then swing the EVF forward
• Then, fully contract the EVF back to its compact position.
2.
Locate the lever
slide it back and forth to get a clear, focused EVF
screen display.
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3.
The eyepiece may
up or down.
in
line with the handle.
tF-----
on
the underside of eyepiece and
Vision
Adjustment
Lever
be
tilted
180
o
1 . Pinch the tabs
on
together
side of clasp while
raising it up to expose
the buckle's catch.
HOW
TO
either
ADJUST THE LENGTH OF SHOULDER STRAP
Buckle
Catch
2.
Unhook strap from
buckle catch.
firmly through the buckle to adjust its length.
3.
Thread the shoulder
strap through the
Strap Attachment
Ring
on
the Movie.
Then re-hook it onto
the buckle catch.
Pull a loop of the strap loose from its buckle, and then pull the strap
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4.
Press the clasp down
on buckle to lock.
PREPARATIONS
PV-S445
TO INSERT
Be
sure to fully charge the Battery Pack before operation.
OR
REMOVE A
BA
TIERY
Insert Battery Pack
• Insert the Battery Pack into the Battery
Compartment.
Battery
Compartment
Remove Battery Pack
• Press
in
and down to release the
safety, then press
in
further to eject
the Battery Pack.
•
Be
sure that the POWER Switch
is set
to
"OFF" before ejecting
Battery Pack.
Battery
Button
Eject
TO INSERT OR REMOVE A
The Movie may
be
ON
or OFF when you insert or remove a cassette.
Insert Cassette
Video Cassettes can only
with the window side of cassette
facing cassette door, and the arrow
pointing down.
insert a cassette which
down or backwards.
Do
1. Press EJECT Button to
open door.
2. Insert cassette
cassette door.
be
used
not attempt to
is
upside
and
close
CASSETIE
Remove Cassette
1. Press EJECT Button.
2.
Remove a cassette
close cassette door.
Eject
Button
and
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CAMERA
RECORDING
Try the simple trial here
MAKE SURE THAT
• Your Movie
• The Power is
• A cassette with record tab
is
connected
ON.
to
...
become familiar with the operation of your Movie.
to
a power source (Battery Pack,
is
inserted.
2
AC
Adaptor, or Car Battery Cord).
BUILT-IN SPEAKER and VOLUME
CONTROL
To
against the speaker while
recording, adjust the sound with
the Volume Control.
monitor the sound, put your ear
4
1 Set S-VHS SELECTOR to
ON.
When conventional
is made with S-VHS tape, set
S-VHS SELECTOR to OFF
(page
29)
.
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VHS
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recording
2 Place the VCR/CAMERA
Selector Slide
"CAMERA" position.
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in
the
When your Movie is
turned
on,
the image
from
the
lens
appears.
3 Set the WHITE BALANCE
Switch to "AUTO" for
normal lighting.
"INDOOR" or "OUTDOOR" are for
special color conditions (page
24)
.
PV-S445
AUTOMATIC EASY EDIT STANDBY
If you stop recording, but plan to resume within 24 hours, you can leave the cassette
the Movie off at the Movie's power switch after your recording is completed. This allows the Easy Edit feature
to make a smooth transition between one scene and the next. After 24 hours, the tape will retract into the cassette,
making automatic editing impossible. For manual editing, see page 24 under "EASY EDITING".
in
the Movie. Simply shut
-
4 Set
the
FOCUS Switch
"AUTO".
With the power ON, the Auto Focus
system will function continuously
whenever Camera mode
selected.
to
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is
5 Press
I
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The
the Tally Light will flash while
recording is
Index/Address marks will be placed
on
the
RECORD/PAUSE 6 Press
Button
the tape automatically (page 20).
to
start
recording.
REG
Indicator will appear and
in
progress.
EARPHONE
Jack-
Connect the earphone
(not supplied) to the
earphone jack for
monitoring the sound
track as it is being
recorded or played
back.
the
RECORD/PAUSE
Button
After 5 minutes, pause mode will
automatically go into standby mode,
to conserve battery power.
In
Record/Pause, press the EJECT
Button to remove the cassette.
again
to
pause.
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PLAYBACK
You
can
play back your Movie recordings immediately
You
may also play back your Movie recordings directly to a monitor or
MAKE
SURE
THAT
...
on
the Viewfinder
by
following the steps given below.
TV.
• Your Movie
• The Power
• A cassette
is
connected to a power source (Battery
is
ON.
is
inserted.
Pack,
AC
Adaptor, or Car Battery Cord).
BUILT-IN SPEAKER
and
VOLUME CONTROL
FF/SEARCH
1 Place the VCR/
CAMERA Selector ,,, Button Button Button
in
Slide
position.
the VCR
.
~
Press the REWIND
'
to
rewind the tape to
the desired location. picture.
-
3 Press the PLAY 4 Press the STOP
to view the recorded to stop playback.
If viewing playback
the EVF, adjust
sound with the built-in
Speaker Volume
Control.
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on
the
PAUSE/STILL
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