Panasonic PV-DV103 Owner’s Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Model No. PV-DV103

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these =_ instructions thoroughly. ,_

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. =_ Guia para rdpida consult_ en _spa_ol estd incluida. ._

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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 _ocated on the underside of your

Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual

as your convenient Pa_mcorder information

source.

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address Dealer Phone No, Model No.

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Your M_,,]]_,Pa]mcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode

and Long (LP) mode.

It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in

VCR machines with the M,,,]]_-vmark be used.

Th}s symbol warns the user voltage within the unit may have sufficient

DO NOT OPEN

magnitude to cause electdc shock.

Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind

O_co{_tact w_th ar_y inside part of this _it.

This symbol alerts the user that important

literature 0oncerning the operation and

maintenance of this unit ha_ been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: PV-DV103 Trade Name : Panasonic

Responsibility Parfy : Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094

Telephone Number : 1-800-21f-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 hamqfu] interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

FOG Warning: To assure continued FCC compliance, use only the provided shielded

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.

1. Read tilstructions -- 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 -- AII warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Fotlow Instructions -- All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning -- Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. DOnot use liquid or aerosol

cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments -- DOnot use attachments not

recommended by the video product manufacturer as

they may be hazardous.

7. Water and Moisture -- DOnot 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 -- DOnot 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 manufactureCs instructions and should use a

recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and carf combination should be moved

with care. Quick stops, excessive

mounting accessory @ 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 pIug (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 isconnected 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 t 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 leaddn wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding

conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and

req_ irements for he groundin( electrode.

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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 wal! outlet and disconnect the

antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit due to lightning and power-line

surges.

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 overthad 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 e_ectric 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.

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 interna_ parts of your Palmcorder. DOnot 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 ... DOnot 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.

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. Whenthevideounitexhthitsadistinctchangein

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.

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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

Camera Recording ........................................................................................................ 18

• Simple Recording .................................................................................................. 18

• Digital PhotoShot TM 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/Guia Para Uso Rdpido ..................................................... 62

MENU OSD ..................................................................................................................... 65

Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ......................................................... 69

Index of Controls ........................................................................................................... 72

Index ............................................................................................................................... 75

1 pc. AC Adaptor 1 pc. Battery Pack 1 pc. A/V Cable (PV-DAC11) with AC Cable (CGR-D08/CGR-D08R) (LSJA0280)

and DC Cable

1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0016)

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IBM is a registered trademark of IBM Company.

Hand Strap

Use only..... those tapes having the MJ,,_l_r

logo _nd_cat_ngthe 6.35 mm digital

standard.

1 pc. Lens Cap (LSYF0535) with Lens Cap Strap

(LSGQO066)

O Open the Hand Strap as illustrated

at left.

O Remove the Sensor

Then, replace the Hand Strap.

Cassettes have a sliding record tab to ensure recordings are not accidentally

erased.

1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery (installed in Palmcorder)

tag.

To prevent accidental erasure:

Slide the tab to the left (open).

record tab

AY-DVM30EJ 30 minutes 45 minutes AY-DVM60EJ 60 minutes 90 minutes

AY-DVM80EJ 80 minutes 120 minutes

To record again:

Slide the tab to the right (close).

• If the Palmcorder is connected to a power

source, the cassette can be inserted and ejected without turning the Palmcorder on.

1 TAPE EJECT 3PUSH

f Cover

Compartment

iBefore you begin

Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15)

Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

Insert a cassette record tab up, window side facing out.

Press PUSH CLOSE to close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

• 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.

Undothe two strap ends from their buckles.

Reinsert the strap ends through

their buckles.

• Make sure the straps are not twisted.

Loosen the strap from the Buckle and

create a loop.

Pull the strap firmly through the Buckle to shorten or lengthen the

strap, tO

° To remove the cassette...

Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover and pull the cassette

tape straight out.

Adjust the length of the Hand Strap to the size of your hand as illustrated.

Hand Strap

Attaching the Lens Cap Strap:

Thread the Lens Cap Strap through the_ Strap Attachment Ring as shown.

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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To brighten the natural colors in a scene.

GAIN UP works together with the LED Light

to enhance the light's brightness.

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• Use LED Light for recording subjects

1.5 m (4.9 feet) away or closer.

Press LIGHT

LED Light ON GAIN UP OFF I

Press LIGHT

LED Light OFF 1 GAIN UP OFF

°Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15)

• Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press LIGHT. (Mode_i_)

• LED Light and GAIN UP turn ON.

•GAtN UP ON will be brighter than when only LED Light is ON, however, ghost images will appear.

Press LIGHT. (ModeO)

• GAIN UP turns OFF.

• To eliminate ghost images, use this mode.

Press LIGHT. (ModeO)

• LED Light turns OFF.

• Pressing LIGHT again returns to li_-

• 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.

-in LED

Light

3LIGHT

• Using MagicPix at the same time will make conditions even brighter. (p. 39)

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.

To operate VCR functions:

Set POWER to VCR.

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)

• 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)

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 dght, pull the Battery Tray out with your fingernail.

Insert the battery into the Battery Tray with the _'_ mark

facing down.

Do not reverse the polarity.

Insert the Battery Tray.

Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. VSBW0004 (0R2025) only. Use of another • battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

aution: battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep

way from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in a fire.

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 Pa]mcorder.

3,4

JOG KEY

2MEN

1 POWER

For VCR 2:

buttons at the same time.

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• When the Palmcorder and remote are

not set to the same mode (VCR1 or VCR2), "CHECK REMOTE MODE

(REMOTE)" will appear.

For VCR 1: buttons at the

same time.

Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA.

• The POWER Lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR or CAMERA position.

Press MENU to display the VCR or

CAMERA mode menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select_ _in the CAMERA or VCR mode menu screen, then press JOG

KEY to display the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to selectS, and then press JOG KEY to select VCR 2. (Menu OSD: pp. 66, 68).

Leave the other Palmcorder set to VCRI.

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.

Before you begin

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 ]

JOG KEY

2MEN

1 POWER • If any button is pressed or operated

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15)

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select _ _, and press JOG KEY to

display the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select _ _, and press JOG KEY to select

OFF.

• Press MENU to exit.

(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.

To turn Self Demo back on:

• Set to DEMO MODE : ON in MENU screen.

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Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up until it locks with a click.

These Patmcorders are equipped with the Easy Cassette Eject System so

it is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when on a tripod. (p. 7)

14) j

open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

1 Set POWER to VCR or

CAMERA.

Insert a cassette record tab

up, window side facing out.

• Make sure the record tab is closed. (p. 6)

Press PUSH CLOSE mark

to close the Cassette

Compartment Cover.

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When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automaticalty turns OFF.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. Press REC/PAUSE again to pause

recording.

When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF.

180°

Adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your eyesight.

180 °

LCb Monitor

Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock.

Swing it fully open and adjust

the angte,

_.Before you begin-

Charge the Battery. (p. 14)

Set POWER to VCR.

Press _1 (REW)--\

to rewind the tape.

Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock. Swing it fully

open and adjust the angle.

Press I_ (PLAY) to start

playback.

Press • (STOP) to stop playback.

POWER Lain

About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp

• Chargethe Bafferywith;t_anambienttempeP'_urerange of10_C(50 '_F)and 30 "C(8_ _F).

, ff chargingisdoneine_iremelower hightemperatures,Bat.tarycharge_lmeincreases.

CHARGE Lampflashes when...

• The Battery isbeing eharg_'L bu_charging istaking longerthannormal

• ChargingiShot passible.Rar_ovetheEtattaryOr_ce,waita short time than re_ttach _t

for charging_

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RELEASE

While sliding _he BATTERY RELEASE, slide the Battery downward and

remove,

Caution:

• Charge on+y 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 jasI after usa, This is normal,

• Do not use an insufficiant+y charged or worn out Batiery.

• if charging is done in extreme low or high

temperatures, Battery charge time increases,

Safety precautions:

• Do not plase the Battery near, or dispose of in fire.

• DO not directly sennebl (short circuit) the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.

• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble

the Batiery.

To avoid damage to the Battery:

• Do not drop or jar 1he 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

Palmeorder and AC Adaptor and store in a cool, dark, dry place, if you leave the Battery

in the Palmcardar or on the AC Adaptor, the Battery will no longer be reehargeable.

• Keep the Battery terminals clean.

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyc_ablepowersthe product you have purchased.P}easecall 1-800-8-BATTERYfor informationon

I U.S.A._ONSUMERS: ATTENTION: 1

howto recycle this battery.

BATTERY RELEASE

Slide the Battery downward while

sliding BATTERY RELEASE to

remove the Battery Pack. (p. 14) Insert the DC Cable into the DC IN

Terminal.

Connect the other and of the DC

Cable to the AC Adaptor as shown. Plug in the AC Adaptor.

• The POWER Lamp on the AC Adaptor lights up.

DC Cable (Supplied)

• i°

POWER

• When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor consumes

of electric power when plugged into

_= _-'1_ an AC outlet even when not in use.)

O _DC Output Connector

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The date end time is ¢_Joulated,including leap year, up te DEC31 2{)89.

1 MEN

EXAMPLE:

; 2OO3

FBefore you begin

• Connect the Palmeerder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15)

• Set POWEPI to CAMERA or VCR.

PressMENUtodisp}aytheCemerae¢

VCR mode menu screen. (p. fT)

KEY to setect_

_, and then press JOG

KEY to display the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu _reen.

# Pue.

_B_T]}Iil],

- TO make eorrectiaos, Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move back

to an item and correct.

• If "CLOCK B_TTERY _ indication appears, please refer to "Replacing Clock Battery" on page 53.

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: FEB

Rotate JOG KEY to se)ect_

_, and then press JOG KEYto set

to ON. (Menu OSD: pp. 66, 6B._

• The CLOCK SET menu screen is displayed.

4 Rat_te 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 c{eck and exit.

The Palmcorder features two menu displays: one for CAMERA mode

(record+rig) and the other for VCR mode (P_ayback). (pp. 65_68)

• Whi+ethe Menu screen is displayed, you cannot record on or play a tape.

• While record+rig, the Menu screen cannot be d+splayed.

• Dudng playback, the Menu screen can be displayed.

Before you begin

Connect the Palmeorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15)

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

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Press MENU to display the CAMERA or VCR menu (according to the

POWER setting).

Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu +tern.

Press JOG KEY to set your selection.

2, A, B, C

JOG KEY

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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 DATEq'IME, C. DtSPLAY, 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.

Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu +tern.

C Press JOG KEY to set your selection.

• The '1_' mark indicates selection. Press MENU to exit the 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 OrAUDIO DUB.

4 : DISPLAY SETUP

TO select DATEFI'IME, 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.

Remove the lens cap and clip it to the hand strap.

Connect the Palmcorder to a power

, source. (+pp.14, _5)

(p, Before you begin

Insert a cassette with the record tab

Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER Lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is ful(y turned to the

CAMERA position.

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POWER Lain

P(_WER

2wsion

Adiustment Control

3MENU _

RECfPAUSE mode

With the Viewfinder Eye Cup held up against your eye, adjust the Vision Adiustmen_ Corral to your eyesight.

• Adiust the EVF Brightness of the View[inder if necessary.

Pleese refer to "To adjust the LCD/ EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR' on

page 19.

Set to REC SPEED "SP" or "LP" in the RECORDING SETUP menu

screen. {Mer_u OSD: p. 65)

Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.

• "REC_ is displayed on the screen.

Press REC/PAUSE aga{n to pause

recording.

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 _ppear irt the picture.

Thisis a normal characteristic of the CCD pick-up device. Try to avoid this whenever possible.

4RECiPAU£E _

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.

To conserve power

fte_ 5 minutes, the Record/Pause mode

ill automatically change to Standby

ode.

o resume recording, set POWER to

FF and then ON agafn.

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Li_I ij!ll |_J_'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.lI11,]I] Lrj_ i(,,]

The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor 4 can be used while recording. | Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD

monitor to unlock.

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.

90°

1OPEN

• Adjust the LCD Brightness and/or color of the LCD monitor if necessary. Piease refer to "To adjust the LCD/

EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR" below.

Start recording.

• Using the LCD monitor will reduce battery operating time.

• Close the LCD monitor completely when not in use.

2, 3,

JOG KEY

1,5

/ EVF/LCD

Prees MENU to display the main menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select _

_rom the main menu screen.

(Menu OSD: pp. 66, 68)

Press JOG KEY to display the LCD/ EVF SETUP screen.

Press JOG KEY to select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR, or

EVF BRIGHTNESS, then rotate JOG KEY to adjust.

Press MENU twice to exit this mode.

Im]t'!lt_1 (_ ('t_l.t'r_"li't_'PJLs_m_Jr_'l",r,,

Use this feature to record a sevee second

(approx.) stiUimage from the current camera picture. Audio is also recorded for on-the-

spot narration. Or, you can add narration later with the Audio Dubbing feature to make

an interesting slide show, etc. (p. 43)

2PHOTOSHOT

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause mode. "PHOTO _will appear in the

EVF or the LCD monitor.

I EVFILCD

1 POWER--

With the progressive PhotoShot Function,

you can record still pictures w)th higher resolution than with the normal PhoteShot

Functfon.

5PHOTO£HOT

3, 4__

JOG KEY

2ME

1PowE J

• If SHTR EFFECT on the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu screen isset to ON, a

sound effect similar to lhe shut)or of a _ilm camera will be heard when PHOTOSHOT

is pressed.

• When PHOTOSHOT is pressed, the playback image takes approx. 7 seconds

#Jprocess. After that, the Camera mode screen will be displayed.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to seleet_ _, and press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA SETUP menu

screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select

KEY to select ON.

• Press MENU t_ exit.

• "_" will appea¢ in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause

mode.

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•This Function may not work with some fun_)ee seti)ngs.

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You can gradually zoom in for close ups or 4

zoom out for wide angle shots. J Set POWER to CAMERA.

Zoom slowly:

by lightly pressing the "T" (Telephoto) or the "W" (Wide Angle) side of the POWER ZOOM.

1POWER_

3RECiPAUSE

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Along with the zooming operation, the

microphone's directional angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds.

3, 4,

JOG KEY

Zoom quickly:

by applying more pressure.

Start recording.

• 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.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select _, then press JOG KEY to display the RECORDING

SETUP menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select_

in the RECORDING SETUP menu.

(Menu OSD: p. 65)

Press JOG KEY to select ON.

• Press MENU to exit.

• "Z.MIC" will appear on the screen.

• The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.

TO playback the final few seconds of the

last recorded scene in the REC/PAUSE _qode.

1 RECORDING

CHECK

| _'t[,_e] i[_ I Itl[t i,-"] _ | m".i"r_ | ! i t[,_.1

You can record sfJJlpictures of any desired

duration together w_tbsound,

TILL

Rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so it faces the same direction as the )ens to

record yeurseff.

JOG KEY

Press RECORDING CHECK

briefly in the RECiPAUSE mode.

The [CHK] indication appears. After checking., the Palmcorder returns

to the RECiPAUSE mode.

• For Recording Check the Paimcorder must be in the same mode (SP or LP) as

was used for recording, otherwise the

playback picture is distorted.

While in RECORD mode, press STILL to capture a styli _cture. The captured

still picture will be recore_ed together with sound.

Press ST|LL once again to _elease

the stYlipicture. The camera will

resume recording real-time pictures.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press MENU to d)sp)ey the CAMERA

FUNCT(ONS menu screen.

5RECi

PAUSE

180°

Rotate JOG KEY to setec_ _, then press JOG KEY

to dieptay the OTHER FUNCTIONS

mei3u sereet3,

Rotate JOG KEY to setect_

_, and then press JOG KEYto select MIRROR. (Menu OSD: p.66)

• Press MENU to exit.

• The picture in the LeD monftor will appear reversed.

Start recording.

You can record a picture cempatible with a

wide-screen TV equipped with S-V}dec picture terminal and Zoom!Wide features.

3, 4

JOG KEY

2MENU

Use when recording a subject that is darker

than the surreur_ding scene, is in a

shadowed area, or when the light source is in back of your subject.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select

, then press JOG KEY to

display the CAMERA SETUP menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select , 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.

Start recording.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press BACK LIGHT to activate the

Backlight feature.

• The Indicator "_ will appear in the EVF or LCD monitor.

_EVF/LCD /

2 3SACKLIGHT

Press BACK LIGHT again to cancel

the Backlight feature.

EVF/LCD _/

•The Indicator "O" will not appear in the EVF or LCD monitor when OFF is

selected in the DISPLAY menu.

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