Panasonic PV-DV103 Operating Instruction
R
Digital Video Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Model No. PV-DV103
Mini
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these
instructions thoroughly.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the
market today. Used properly, we’re sure it
will bring you and your family years of
enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the
information below. The serial number is on
the tag located on the underside of your
Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual
as your convenient Palmcorder information
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
source.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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Your
and Long (LP) mode.
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in
VCR machines with the
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when operated in a residential environment.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location
and/or utilize an electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver.
If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You may
find the booklet, ‘Something About Interference’ available from FCC local regional offices
helpful.
FCC Warning: To assure continued FCC compliance, use only the provided shielded
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Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode
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mark be used.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
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 carefully in order
to avoid any problems.
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.
Model Number : PV-DV103
Trade Name : Panasonic
Responsibility Party : Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094
Telephone Number : 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
interface cable when connecting digital video camcorder to computer in
accordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.
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Declaration of Conformity
Important Safeguards
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance
instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments — Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product manufacturer as
they may be hazardous.
7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this video unit near
water — for example near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool, and the like.
8. Accessories — Do not place this video unit on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with
a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any
mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and should use a
mounting accessory
recommended by the
manufacturer. An appliance and
cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
9. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the video unit and to protect it from
overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiator
or heat register. This video unit should not be placed
in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources — This video unit should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or
local power company. For video units intended to be
operated from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may be
equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC
(Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.
The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a
grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding type plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords of
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the unit.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the video
unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of
the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of
the National Electrical Code, provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
-
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
NEC
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
14. Lightning — For added protection of this video unit
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the video unit due to lightning and power-line
surges.
Before Use
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Important Safeguards
15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
17. Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any
kind into this video unit through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.
18. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this video unit
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video unit
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects have
fallen onto, the video unit.
c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video unit does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video unit to its normal operation.
e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in
performance — this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check— Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the video
unit is in safe operating order.
Precautions
USE & LOCATION
• TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do
not connect the power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been designed for
outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or direct
splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your
Palmcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your
Palmcorder from the power supply before cleaning.
• DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
• DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF
• DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, direct sunlight,
inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your
Palmcorder.
• AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.
• DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PALMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.
• STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Store and handle your Palmcorder in a manner that will not subject it to
unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Palmcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which
could be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
• TO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorder
body.
• TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Palmcorder
lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Before handling your Palmcorder, make sure your hands
and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
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Table of Contents
Things You Should Know ............................................................................................... 2
Important Safeguards ..................................................................................................... 3
Precautions .....................................................................................................................4
Before Using ....................................................................................................................6
• Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion .................................................................................... 7
Quick Guide ...................................................................................................................12
Supplying Power ........................................................................................................... 14
Setting the Clock ...........................................................................................................16
Using the Palmcorder Menu......................................................................................... 17
Before Use
Camera Recording ........................................................................................................18
• Simple Recording .................................................................................................. 18
• Digital PhotoShot™ Mode ..................................................................................... 20
• Zoom ..................................................................................................................... 21
Special Effect Features ................................................................................................ 23
Advanced Settings........................................................................................................ 26
Playback Your Recordings ........................................................................................... 30
Special Effect Features ................................................................................................ 32
Digital Features ............................................................................................................. 38
Editing Features ............................................................................................................ 43
PC Connection .............................................................................................................. 47
PHOTOVU LINK (Optional) ........................................................................................... 49
Palmcorder Accessory System ...................................................................................51
Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ............................................................................ 52
Notes On Operations ....................................................................................................53
Specifications ................................................................................................................55
Before Requesting Service .......................................................................................... 56
On-Screen Displays (OSD) ........................................................................................... 58
Request for Service Notice .......................................................................................... 59
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................... 60
Customer Services Directory ...................................................................................... 61
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido ..................................................... 62
MENU OSD ..................................................................................................................... 65
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ......................................................... 69
Index of Controls........................................................................................................... 72
Index ............................................................................................................................... 75
Camera VCR
For Your InformationSpecial Features
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Before Using
Unpack your Palmcorder
1 pc. AC Adaptor
(PV-DAC11) with AC Cable
and DC Cable
1 pc. Battery Pack
(CGR-D08/CGR-D08R)
1 pc. A/V Cable
(LSJA0280)
1 pc. Shoulder Strap
(LSFC0016)
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1 pc. Lens Cap (LSYF0535)
with Lens Cap Strap
(LSGQ0066)
1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery
(installed in Palmcorder)
How to remove the Sensor tag
Open the Hand Strap as illustrated
1
at left.
1
2
Hand Strap
Remove the Sensor tag.
2
Then, replace the Hand Strap.
Erase Protection
Record Speed/Playback Time
Use only those tapes having the
logo indicating the 6.35 mm digital
standard.
Record Speed/
Cassette type
AY-DVM30EJ
AY-DVM60EJ
AY-DVM80EJ 80 minutes 120 minutes
Playback time
SP
30 minutes
60 minutes
LP
45 minutes
90 minutes
Cassettes have a sliding record tab to
ensure recordings are not accidentally
erased.
1 To prevent accidental erasure:
Slide the tab to the left (open).
record tab
2 To record again:
Slide the tab to the right (close).
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Before Using
1
2
3
Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion
• If the Palmcorder is connected to a power
source, the cassette can be inserted and
ejected without turning the Palmcorder on.
1TAPE EJECT
Note
• When inserting the cassette, make sure it
is facing the right direction and then push
it in completely.
• If Hand Strap is tight it may prevent
Cassette Holder from fully opening for
Cassette insert or eject. Loosen Hand
Strap if necessary.
3PUSH
CLOSE
Cassette
Compartment
Cover
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
1 Undo the two strap ends from their
buckles.
2 Thread the strap end
through the Strap
Attachment Rings.
• Tilt Viewfinder upward.
3 Reinsert the strap ends through
their buckles.
• Make sure the straps
are not twisted.
2
3
1
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
1 Slide TAPE EJECT to open the
Cassette Compartment Cover.
2 Insert a cassette record tab up,
window side facing out.
3 Press PUSH CLOSE to close the
Cassette Compartment Cover.
• To remove the cassette...
Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette
Compartment Cover and pull the cassette
tape straight out.
Hand Strap
Adjust the length of the Hand Strap to the
size of your hand as illustrated.
Hand Strap
Lens Cap
Attaching the Lens Cap Strap:
Thread the Lens Cap Strap through the
Strap Attachment Ring as shown.
Before Use
Adjust the Length
1 Loosen the strap from the Buckle and
create a loop.
2 Pull the strap firmly through the
Buckle to shorten or lengthen the
strap.
1
OR
Attaching the Lens Cap Strap to the
Hand Strap:
Remove the Hand Strap from the front
clasp and thread the Strap through the loop
in the Lens Cap Strap. Reattach the Hand
Strap.
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Before Using
Using EfficiBright™ LED Light
To brighten the natural colors in a scene.
GAIN UP works together with the LED Light
to enhance the light’s brightness.
Note
• Use LED Light for recording subjects
1.5 m (4.9 feet) away or closer.
1
LED Light ON
GAIN UP ON
Press LIGHT
2
LED Light ON
GAIN UP OFF
Press LIGHT
3
LED Light OFF
Press
LIGHT
GAIN UP OFF
Built-in LED
Light
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
• Set POWER to CAMERA.
1 Press LIGHT. (Mode )
• LED Light and GAIN UP turn ON.
• GAIN UP ON will be brighter than
when only LED Light is ON, however,
ghost images will appear.
2 Press LIGHT. (Mode )
• GAIN UP turns OFF.
• To eliminate ghost images, use this
mode.
3 Press LIGHT. (Mode )
• LED Light turns OFF.
• Pressing LIGHT again returns to .
Note
• Using Light reduces battery time.
• Set LIGHT to OFF when not in use.
• Do not look directly into the light.
• If the LED Light is used with a Conversion
Lens attached, a slight vignetting
(darkening around edges) effect occurs
on the screen.
• Using MagicPix at the same time will
make conditions even brighter. (p. 39)
1
2
3
1
1, 2, 3LIGHT
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Before Using
Remote Control (Optional)
You can operate the major functions of your Palmcorder from up to approximately 5 m
(16 feet) away (indoors). Aim the IR Remote Control toward the front of the Palmcorder
and press the desired buttons (Remote Sensor is located under the lens).
To operate Camera functions:
Set POWER to CAMERA.
○○○ ○○○○○
Remote Sensor
Controlled Functions
• Rec/Pause (p. 18)
• Tele (Zoom) (p. 21)
• Wide (Zoom) (p. 21)
• Date/Time (p. 69)
• Reset (p. 44)
• PhotoShot (p. 20)
• Display On TV (p. 37)
• Counter/Time Code (p. 70)
• Audio Dubbing (p. 43)
• Record (p. 46)
• Menu (p. 17)
• Play (p. 30)
To operate VCR functions:
Set POWER to VCR.
• FF/Search (p. 32)
• REW/Search (p. 32)
• Pause/Select (p. 34)
• Stop/Set (pp. 16, 17, 30, 46)
• Slow/Frame Advance (Forward)
(pp. 33, 34)
• Slow/Frame Advance (Backward)
(pp. 33, 34)
• Index Search (Forward) (p. 35)
• Index Search (Backward) (p. 35)
• Speaker Volume (p. 31)
Before Use
Replace the Battery
Optional
A
B
+
1 Insert a slender pointed object, such as the tip of a ball-
point pen into the slot so that it fits into the hole (as shown
A). Then, while sliding to the right, pull the Battery Tray
out with your fingernail.
2 Insert the battery into the Battery Tray with the + mark
facing down.
Do not reverse the polarity.
3 Insert the Battery Tray.
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep
away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in a fire.
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Before Using
Remote Controlling Two
Palmcorders
You can control any two Panasonic
Palmcorders with one Remote control
(Optional). In order for the remote to
distinguish between the two units, it is
necessary to set one of the Palmcorders to
VCR 2. On the remote, press VCR 1 or
VCR 2 to control the desired Palmcorder.
3, 4
JOG KEY
2MENU
1POWER
Optional
For VCR 2:
Press these
buttons at the
same time.
Note
• When the Palmcorder and remote are
not set to the same mode (VCR1 or
VCR2), “CHECK REMOTE MODE
(REMOTE)” will appear.
For VCR 1:
Press these
buttons at the
same time.
1Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA.
• The POWER Lamp lights red.
• Be sure POWER is fully turned to
VCR or CAMERA position.
2 Press MENU to display the VCR or
CAMERA mode menu screen.
3 Rotate JOG KEY to select OTHER
FUNCTIONS in the CAMERA or VCR
mode menu screen, then press JOG
KEY to display the OTHER
FUNCTIONS menu screen.
4 Rotate JOG KEY to select REMOTE ,
and then press JOG KEY to select
VCR 2. (Menu OSD: pp. 66, 68).
Leave the other Palmcorder set to
VCR1.
5 Set the Remote Control (Optional) to
VCR 1 or VCR 2 to correspond with
the Palmcorder you wish to control.
(See above left.)
• After replacing the Remote Control
Battery, the remote will default to VCR 1.
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Before Using
Self Demo Mode
If no operation takes place for approx.
10 minutes after the AC Adaptor was
connected to the Palmcorder and the
POWER Switch was turned to CAMERA
without inserting a Cassette, the
Palmcorder is automatically set to Self
Demo mode for introducing its function.
To turn it off, follow steps 1~4 below.
[ EVF or LCD Monitor ]
3, 4
JOG KEY
2MENU
1POWER
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press MENU to display the CAMERA
FUNCTIONS menu screen.
3 Rotate JOG KEY to select OTHER
FUNCTIONS , and press JOG KEY to
display the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu
screen.
4 Rotate JOG KEY to select DEMO
MODE , and press JOG KEY to select
OFF.
• Press MENU to exit.
Note
• If any button is pressed or operated
(except PLAY/MULTI and ZOOM), the
Self Demo mode is canceled.
• The Self Demo mode can be started by
setting DEMO MODE to ON and by
exiting the menu.
Before Use
To turn Self Demo back on:
• Set to DEMO MODE : ON in MENU
screen.
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Quick Guide
Insert the Battery Pack
Before you begin
• Charge the Battery. (p. 14)
2
1
1 Insert the Battery Pack and slide
it up until it locks with a click.
Insert Cassette
These Palmcorders are equipped with the Easy Cassette Eject System so
it is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when on a tripod. (p. 7)
2 Slide TAPE EJECT to
open the Cassette
Compartment Cover.
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1 Set POWER to VCR or
CAMERA.
3 Insert a cassette record tab
up, window side facing out.
• Make sure the record tab
is closed. (p. 6)
4 Press PUSH CLOSE mark
to close the Cassette
Compartment Cover.
Quick Guide
Camera Recording
When the LCD monitor is fully open, the
Viewfinder automatically turns OFF.
1Set POWER to CAMERA.
4 Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
Press REC/PAUSE again to pause
recording.
To Watch Playback in the LCD
(Liquid Crystal Display)
When the LCD monitor is fully open, the
Viewfinder automatically turns OFF.
Before Use
2 Adjust the Vision Adjustment
Control to your eyesight.
Viewfinder
180°
90°
LCD Monitor
3Use OPEN tab on underside of
the LCD monitor to unlock.
Swing it fully open and adjust
the angle.
Before you begin
• Charge the Battery. (p. 14)
180°
2 Use OPEN tab on underside of the
3 Press (REW)
to rewind the tape.
1Set POWER to VCR.
90°
LCD monitor to unlock. Swing it fully
open and adjust the angle.
4 Press (PLAY) to start
playback.
5 Press (STOP) to stop
playback.
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Supplying Power
Charge the Battery Pack on
the AC Adaptor
1 Connect and plug in the Power Cord
as shown.
• POWER Lamp will light.
• Remove the DC Cable, if attached,
from the adaptor.
POWER Lamp
CHARGE Lamp
Note
About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp
• Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of 10 °C (50 °F) and
30 °C (86 °F).
• If charging is done in extreme low or high temperatures, Battery charge time increases.
CHARGE Lamp flashes when...
• The Battery is being charged, but charging is taking longer than normal.
• Charging is not possible. Remove the Battery once, wait a short time, then re-attach it
for charging.
Insert the Battery Pack
2
1
1 Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up
until it locks with a click.
2 Attach the Battery as shown to
charge.
• CHARGE Lamp lights up. It goes out
when charging is complete (approx.
1 hour). Expect approx. 2 hours of
operation (EVF usage) when fully
charged.
3 Remove the Battery.
Slide the Battery out and then lift up.
Remove the Battery Pack
2
1
BATTERY
RELEASE
14
1 While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE,
slide the Battery downward and
remove.
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Supplying Power
Battery Care
Caution:
• Charge only with specified charger.
• Charge the Battery within an ambient
temperature range of 10 °C (50 °F) and 30 °C
(86 °F).
• The Battery may be warm after charging or just
after use. This is normal.
• Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn
out Battery.
• If charging is done in extreme low or high
temperatures, Battery charge time increases.
Safety precautions:
• Do not place the Battery near, or dispose of in fire.
• Do not directly connect (short circuit) the
positive (+) and negative (–) terminals.
• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble
the Battery.
U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on
how to recycle this battery.
Use AC Adaptor
1
2
BATTERY
RELEASE
DC IN Terminal
1
To avoid damage to the Battery:
• Do not drop or jar the Battery.
• Use the Battery with specified models only.
• If the Battery is used in extremely high
temperatures, a safety device will automatically
prevent operation.
To insure longer battery life:
• While not in use, remove Battery from the
Palmcorder and AC Adaptor and store in a
cool, dark, dry place. If you leave the Battery
in the Palmcorder or on the AC Adaptor, the
Battery will no longer be rechargeable.
• Keep the Battery terminals clean.
1 Slide the Battery downward while
sliding BATTERY RELEASE to
remove the Battery Pack. (p. 14)
2 Insert the DC Cable into the DC IN
Terminal.
3 Connect the other end of the DC
Cable to the AC Adaptor as shown.
4 Plug in the AC Adaptor.
• The POWER Lamp on the AC
Adaptor lights up.
3
Before Use
DC Cable
(Supplied)
POWER
Lamp
2
Note
• When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor
from the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor consumes
1 W of electric power when plugged into
an AC outlet even when not in use.)
DC Output Connector
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Setting the Clock
Set the Date and Time
The date and time is calculated, including
leap year, up to DEC 31 2089.
2, 3, 4
JOG KEY
1MENU
EXAMPLE:
YEAR
MONTH
: 2003
PUSH
: JAN
PUSH
Push
Rotate
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.
1 Press MENU to display the Camera or
VCR mode menu screen.
(p. 17)
CAMERA
FUNCTIONS
VCR
FUNCTIONS
2 Rotate JOG KEY to select OTHER
FUNCTIONS , and then press JOG
KEY to display the OTHER
FUNCTIONS menu screen.
3 Rotate JOG KEY to select CLOCK
SET , and then press JOG KEY to set
to ON. (Menu OSD: pp. 66, 68.)
• The CLOCK SET menu screen
is displayed.
MONTH
Note
• To make corrections,
Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move back
to an item and correct.
• If “CLOCK BATTERY” indication appears,
please refer to “Replacing Clock Battery”
on page 53.
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: FEB
4 Rotate JOG KEY to select YEAR, then
press JOG KEY to fix and move to the
next item. Likewise, set the month,
day, hour, and minute.
When CLOCK SET setting is
completed, press MENU twice to start
the clock and exit.
Using the Palmcorder Menu
The Palmcorder features two menu
displays: one for CAMERA mode
(recording) and the other for VCR mode
(Playback). (pp. 65~68)
• While the Menu screen is displayed, you
cannot record on or play a tape.
• While recording, the Menu screen cannot
be displayed.
• During playback, the Menu screen can be
displayed.
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.
2, A, B, C
JOG KEY
1, D
MENU
CAMERA Main menu
1 : CAMERA SETUP
To select PROG. AE, PROGRESSIVE,
D. ZOOM, or CINEMA.
2 : DIGITAL EFFECT
To select EFFECT.
3 : RECORDING SETUP
To select REC SPEED, AUDIO REC,
SCENEINDEX, WIND CUT, or ZOOM
MIC.
4 : DISPLAY SETUP
To select DATE/TIME, C. DISPLAY,
C. RESET, or DISPLAY.
5 : LCD/EVF SETUP
To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD
COLOR, or EVF BRIGHTNESS.
6 : OTHER FUNCTIONS
To select REMOTE, BEEP SOUND,
SHTR EFFECT, CLOCK SET,
SELF REC, or DEMO MODE.
Displaying the MENU
1Press MENU to display the CAMERA
or VCR menu (according to the
POWER setting).
2Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu
item.
Setting the MENU Items
(EX. VCR Mode menu)
APress JOG KEY to set your selection.
BRotate JOG KEY to select a menu
item.
CPress JOG KEY to set your selection.
• The “ ” mark indicates selection.
DPress MENU to exit the menu.
VCR Main menu
1 : PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS
To select BLANK SEARCH, SEARCH,
12 bit AUDIO, or MULTI SPEED.
2 : DIGITAL EFFECT
To select EFFECT1, EFFECT2, or
D. ZOOM.
3 : RECORDING SETUP
To select REC SPEED or AUDIO DUB.
4 : DISPLAY SETUP
To select DATE/TIME, C. DISPLAY,
C. RESET, or DISPLAY.
5 : LCD/EVF SETUP
To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD
COLOR, or EVF BRIGHTNESS.
6 : OTHER FUNCTIONS
To select REMOTE or CLOCK SET.
Before Use
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Camera Recording
Simple Recording
Remove the lens cap and clip it to the hand
strap.
Clip here
EVF
REC/PAUSE mode
POWER Lamp
1, 5
POWER
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
• Insert a cassette with the record tab
closed. (p. 6)
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
• The POWER Lamp lights red.
• Be sure POWER is fully turned to the
CAMERA position.
2 With the Viewfinder Eye Cup held up
against your eye, adjust the Vision
Adjustment Control to your
eyesight.
• Adjust the EVF Brightness of the
Viewfinder if necessary.
Please refer to “To adjust the LCD/
EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR” on
page 19.
3 Set to REC SPEED “SP” or “LP” in
the RECORDING SETUP menu
screen. (Menu OSD: p. 65)
4 Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
•“REC” is displayed on the screen.
Press REC/PAUSE again to pause
recording.
2Vision
Adjustment
Control
3MENU
4REC/PAUSE
WARNING:
• Do not leave the Palmcorder with the
EVF aimed directly at the sun as this
may cause damage to the internal
parts of the EVF.
• Do not lift, or carry, the Palmcorder
by the EVF or the LCD Monitor.
• Do not pull hard on the EVF Eye Cup.
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5 Set POWER to OFF when finished.
• To remove the cassette, slide TAPE
EJECT.
• When the Palmcorder is aimed at
excessively bright objects, or bright lights,
a vertical bar may appear in the picture.
This is a normal characteristic of the CCD
pick-up device. Try to avoid this whenever
possible.
To conserve power
After 5 minutes, the Record/Pause mode
will automatically change to Standby
mode.
To resume recording, set POWER to
OFF and then ON again.
Using the LCD Monitor
The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor
can be used while recording.
180°
90°
90°
1OPEN
To adjust the LCD/EVF
BRIGHTNESS or COLOR
Camera Recording
1Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD
monitor to unlock.
2 Swing the LCD monitor fully open
and adjust the viewing angle.
• The LCD monitor will automatically
turn on.
• When the LCD monitor is completely
closed, it will shut off automatically to
save power.
• Adjust the LCD Brightness and/or
color of the LCD monitor if necessary.
Please refer to “To adjust the LCD/
EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR”
below.
3 Start recording.
Note
• Using the LCD monitor will reduce battery
operating time.
• Close the LCD monitor completely when
not in use.
Camera
2, 3, 4
JOG KEY
1, 5
MENU
EVF/LCD
1Press MENU to display the main menu
screen.
2 Rotate JOG KEY to select LCD/EVF
SETUP from the main menu screen.
(Menu OSD: pp. 66, 68)
3 Press JOG KEY to display the LCD/
EVF SETUP screen.
4 Press JOG KEY to select LCD
BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR, or
EVF BRIGHTNESS, then rotate JOG
KEY to adjust.
5 Press MENU twice to exit this mode.
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Camera Recording
Digital PhotoShot™ Mode
Use this feature to record a seven second
(approx.) still image from the current camera
picture. Audio is also recorded for on-thespot narration. Or, you can add narration
later with the Audio Dubbing feature to make
an interesting slide show, etc. (p. 43)
2PHOTOSHOT
1POWER
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause
mode. “PHOTO” will appear in the
EVF or the LCD monitor.
EVF/LCD
Note
• If SHTR EFFECT on the OTHER
FUNCTIONS menu screen is set to ON, a
sound effect similar to the shutter of a film
camera will be heard when PHOTOSHOT
is pressed.
• When PHOTOSHOT is pressed, the
playback image takes approx. 7 seconds
to process. After that, the Camera mode
screen will be displayed.
Progressive PhotoShot™
Mode
With the progressive PhotoShot Function,
you can record still pictures with higher
resolution than with the normal PhotoShot
Function.
5PHOTOSHOT
3, 4
JOG KEY
2MENU
1POWER
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1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press MENU to display the CAMERA
FUNCTIONS menu screen.
3 Rotate JOG KEY to select CAMERA
SETUP , and press JOG KEY to
display the CAMERA SETUP menu
screen.
4 Rotate JOG KEY to select
PROGRESSIVE , and press JOG
KEY to select ON.
• Press MENU to exit.
•“ P ” will appear in the EVF or the
LCD monitor.
5 Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause
mode.
EVF/LCD
Note
• This Function may not work with some
function settings.
Zoom
You can gradually zoom in for close ups or
zoom out for wide angle shots.
Camera Recording
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2POWER
ZOOM
1POWER
3REC/PAUSE
Zoom Microphone Function
Along with the zooming operation, the
microphone’s directional angle and
sensitivity are varied for recording sounds.
3, 4, 5
JOG KEY
2MENU
1POWER
2 Zoom slowly:
by lightly pressing the “T” (Telephoto)
or the “W” (Wide Angle) side of the
POWER ZOOM.
Zoom quickly:
by applying more pressure.
3 Start recording.
Note
• The zooming speed ranges from a slow
17 seconds to a fast 1.8 seconds
according to the amount of pressure
applied to the POWER ZOOM.
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press MENU to display the CAMERA
FUNCTIONS menu screen.
3 Rotate JOG KEY to select
RECORDING SETUP , then press
JOG KEY to display the RECORDING
SETUP menu screen.
4 Rotate JOG KEY to select ZOOM MIC
in the RECORDING SETUP menu.
(Menu OSD: p. 65)
Camera
5 Press JOG KEY to select ON.
• Press MENU to exit.
•“Z.MIC” will appear on the screen.
Note
• The Zoom Microphone Function may not
work effectively if the surrounding noise is
too loud.
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Camera Recording
Recording Check
To playback the final few seconds of the
last recorded scene in the REC/PAUSE
mode.
1RECORDING
CHECK
Recording Still Pictures
You can record still pictures of any desired
duration together with sound.
1, 2STILL
1Press RECORDING CHECK
briefly in the REC/PAUSE mode.
The [CHK] indication appears.
After checking, the Palmcorder returns
to the REC/PAUSE mode.
• For Recording Check, the Palmcorder
must be in the same mode (SP or LP) as
was used for recording, otherwise the
playback picture is distorted.
1While in RECORD mode, press STILL
to capture a still picture. The captured
still picture will be recorded together
with sound.
2Press STILL once again to release
the still picture. The camera will
resume recording real-time pictures.
Self Recording
Rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so it
faces the same direction as the lens to
record yourself.
3, 4
JOG KEY
2MENU
5REC/
PAUSE
1POWER
180°
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1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press MENU to display the CAMERA
FUNCTIONS menu screen.
3 Rotate JOG KEY to select OTHER
FUNCTIONS , then press JOG KEY
to display the OTHER FUNCTIONS
menu screen.
4 Rotate JOG KEY to select SELF
REC , and then press JOG KEY to
select MIRROR. (Menu OSD: p.66)
• Press MENU to exit.
• The picture in the LCD monitor will
appear reversed.
5 Start recording.
Special Effect Features
CINEMA Mode
You can record a picture compatible with a
wide-screen TV equipped with S-Video
picture terminal and Zoom/Wide features.
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press MENU to display the CAMERA
FUNCTIONS menu screen.
3, 4
JOG KEY
1POWER
2MENU
5REC/PAUSE
Backlight
Use when recording a subject that is darker
than the surrounding scene, is in a
shadowed area, or when the light source is
in back of your subject.
3 Rotate JOG KEY to select CAMERA
SETUP , then press JOG KEY to
display the CAMERA SETUP menu
screen.
4 Rotate JOG KEY to select CINEMA ,
and then press JOG KEY to select
ON.
• A black strip will appear at the top
and bottom of the picture.
• Press MENU to exit.
•“CINEMA” will appear on the screen.
5 Start recording.
EVF/LCD
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press BACK LIGHT to activate the
Backlight feature.
• The Indicator “
EVF or LCD monitor.
” will appear in the
Camera
1POWER
2, 3BACK LIGHT
3 Press BACK LIGHT again to cancel
the Backlight feature.
EVF/LCD
Note
• The Indicator “
EVF or LCD monitor when OFF is
selected in the DISPLAY menu.
” will not appear in the
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