Panasonic PV-DV20 User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Models No. PV-DV201/

PV-DV401

[ PV-DV401 shown ]

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.

Mini

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

Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode

Mini

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.

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. 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

interface cable when connecting digital video camera to computer in accordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate.

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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.

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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 a 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, in 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

Getting Started

Things You Should Know ..................................................................................................2

Important Safeguards ....................................................................................................... 3

Precautions.......................................................................................................................4

Before Using .....................................................................................................................6

Quick Guide ......................................................................................................................9

Supplying Power .............................................................................................................11

Setting the Clock.............................................................................................................13

Using the Palmcorder Menu ...........................................................................................14

MENU OSD..................................................................................................................... 15

Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications .............................................................. 19

Basic Operation

Camera Recording .......................................................................................................... 22

Remote Control (Optional) ..............................................................................................26

Playback Your Recordings ..............................................................................................27

Special Features

Card Features .................................................................................................................32

Dual Digital Electronic Image Stabilization System (D.E.I.S.)........................................39

Digital Zoom ....................................................................................................................40

Digital PhotoShot............................................................................................................41

Index Search...................................................................................................................41

White Balance ................................................................................................................42

Recording Still Pictures ..................................................................................................42

MAGICVU/0LUX (PV-DV401 only).................................................................................. 42

Program AE ....................................................................................................................43

Other Digital Functions ...................................................................................................4 4

Picture in Picture (PinP) .................................................................................................45

Strobe Multi Mode ...........................................................................................................46

Focus ..............................................................................................................................4 7

Backlight .........................................................................................................................47

Audio/Video Fade In/Out................................................................................................. 48

High Speed Shutter ........................................................................................................ 48

Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in Microphone.............................................. 4 9

Memory-Stop Editing ......................................................................................................50

Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette ............................................................ 51

Copying from Digital Equipment (dubbing).....................................................................52

Transferring Your Images ................................................................................................ 53

Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) ...................................................................................62

For Your Information

Palmcorder Accessory System ...................................................................................... 64

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ................................................................................ 6 6

Notes On Operations ...................................................................................................... 6 7

Specifications ................................................................................................................. 68

Before Requesting Service.............................................................................................69

Request for Service Notice ............................................................................................. 71

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

Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................. 76

Servicenter List ............................................................................................................... 77

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido ......................................................... 78

Index ................................................................................................................ Back Cover

Getting Started

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Bef ore Using

This operating Instructions book is designed for use with models PV-DV201 and PV-DV401. The PV-DV401 is the model used for illustrative purposes.

Features may vary, so please read carefully.

Differences between models

Model Number

LCD Monitor Viewfinder

MAGICVU/0LUX MIC IN EXTERNAL

PV-DV201 PV-DV401

63.5 mm (2.5 inch) Liquid Crystal Display

Black and White

Unpack your Palmcorder

1 pc. AC Adaptor (PV-DAC11) with AC Cable and DC Cable

1 pc. A/V Cable (LSJA0280)

1 pc. CD-ROM of Driver Software for Windows 98/Me / Palmcorder USB Device Driver for Windows 98/Me/ CARD LINK (for USB) for Windows 98/Me / PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger for Windows 98/ Me/ ArcSoft Software for Windows 98/Me (LSFT0247)

1 pc. Lens Cap (LSYF0478)

76.2 mm (3.0 inch) Liquid Crystal Display

Color No No

1 pc. Battery Pack (PV-DBP8A)

1 pc. USB Cable (LSJA0354)

Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and other countries.

Pentium® is a registered trademark.

Intel i.LINK and PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger is a registered trademark. IBM is a registered trademark of IBM Company. MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark. SD is a trademark.

are trademarks.

Yes Yes

1 pc. 8 MB MultiMediaCard (LSFT0198A)

1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0013)

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Before Using

Cassette Insertion/Removal

• If the Palmcorder is connected to a power source, the cassette can be inserted and ejected without turning the Palmcorder on.

1TAPE EJECT

Switch

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

1Slide TAPE EJECT to open the

Cassette Compartment Cover.

2Insert a cassette record tab up,

window side facing out.

3Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to

3PUSH TO

CLOSE mark

Cassette Compartment Cover

Hint to locate recording position when inserting cassette

• When you insert a partially recorded cassette, use the Edit Search Function (see page

24) to visually confirm the point at which you want to start a new recording. Especially advisable when you want to add a recording to a tape that is already full.

Note

• If hand strap is tight it may prevent Cassette Compartment Cover from fully opening for tape insertion or ejection. Loosen hand strap if necessary.

• When inserting the cassette, make sure it faces in the right direction and then push in completely.

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.

Getting Started

Using the Light (Optional)

To brighten the natural colors in a scene.

Built-in Light Mount

Note

• Using the light will reduce battery operating time.

• Be sure to provide adequate ventilation if using Light in a hot environment for an extended period.

• Be sure LIGHT is set to OFF when not in use.

• Do not attempt to lift or carry the Palmcorder by holding the Enhancement Light.

• If light bulb needs to be replaced, take Light to your nearest authorized servicenter.

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Set POWER to CAMERA or M-CARD.

1Slide Light into the Built-in Light

Mount.

Be sure it locks into place.

2Press LIGHT to turn

ON or OFF.

LIGHT RELEASE Button

To remove the Light:

Press LIGHT RELEASE and slide the

Light out of the mount.

Caution

This light becomes hot during operation. Make sure nothing covers the Light during operation.

2LIGHT Button

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Before Using

Bef ore Using

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

1Undo the two strap ends from their

buckles.

2Remove the buckle from one end of

the strap.

3Thread the strap (with no buckle)

through the Light Holder so that it

faces outward. Then, reinsert the buckle.

4Thread the strap ends through the

Strap Attachment Rings.

5Reinsert the strap ends through their

buckles.

• Make sure the straps are not twisted.

Adjust the Length

1Loosen the strap from the Buckle and

create a loop.

2Pull the strap firmly through the

Buckle to shorten or lengthen the

strap.

Attach the Light (Optional)

1Insert the Light into the Light Holder for

Storage.

2To remove the Light, press LIGHT

RELEASE and slide Light out of the

holder.

LIGHT RELEASE Button

Light Holder

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 Cord to the Hand Strap

Remove the Hand Strap from the front clasp and thread the Strap through the loop in the Lens Cap Cord. Reattach the Hand Strap.

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Insert the Battery Pack

Quick Guide

Before you begin

• Charge the Battery. (See page 11.)

Getting Started

Insert Cassette

1Set POWER Switch to

VCR or CAMERA.

VCR OFF

CAMERA

M-CARD

4Press PUSH TO CLOSE

mark to close the Cassette

Compartment Cover.

1Slide the Viewfinder backward to its

fully expanded position and then tilt it upward. (For model PV-DV201, tilt

Viewfinder upward.)

2Insert the Battery Pack and slide it down

until it locks with a click.

2Slide TAPE EJECT Switch to open

the Cassette Compartment Cover.

3Insert a cassette record tab up,

window side facing out.

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

Protection Film

Note

• Remove the Protection Film before use.

Camera Recording

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

Viewfinder

180°

90°

LCD Monitor

3Press LCD-OPEN Button to

unlock the LCD monitor. Swing

it fully open and adjust the angle.

2Adjust the Vision Adjustment

Control to your eyesight.

[PV-DV401]

VCR

OFF

CAMERA

M-CARD

[PV-DV201]

1Set POWER Switch to

CAMERA.

4Press REC/PAUSE Button to start

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

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Supplying Power

Charge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor

1Connect and plug in the Power Cord

as shown.

• POWER Lamp will light.

• Remove the DC Cable, if attached, from the adaptor.

2Attach the Battery as shown to

POWER Lamp

charge.

• CHARGE Lamp lights up. It goes out when charging is complete (approx. 1 hour). Expect approx. 1 hour 30 minutes of operation (EVF usage) when fully charged.

3Remove the Battery.

CHARGE Lamp

Note

About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp

• Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of 10 °C and 30 °C.

• 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.

Slide the Battery out and then lift up.

Getting Started

Insert the Battery Pack

2 1

1Slide the Viewfinder backward to its

fully extended position and then tilt it upward. (For model PV-DV201, tilt Viewfinder upward.)

2Insert the Battery Pack and slide it

down until it locks with a click.

Remove the Battery Pack

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

To remove the Battery Pack:

Slide the Battery upward while sliding the

BATTERY RELEASE Switch.

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Supplying Power

Battery Care

Caution:

• Charge only with specified charger.

• Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of 32° F (0° C) and 104° F (40° C).

• 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 get 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.

Use AC Adaptor

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

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.

1Slide the Battery upward while sliding

the BATTERY RELEASE Switch to remove the Battery Pack. (See page 11.)

2Insert the DC Cable into the DC IN

Terminal.

DC IN Terminal

DC Cable (Supplied)

3Connect the other end of the DC

Cable to the AC Adaptor as shown.

4Plug in the AC Adaptor.

• The POWER Lamp on the AC Adaptor lights up.

DC IN Terminal

POWER Lamp

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.)

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DC Output Connector

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Set the Date and Time

The date and time is calculated, including leap year, up to DEC 31 2089.

Setting the Clock

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power

source. (See pages 11, 12).

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

Getting Started

1MENU

Button

2, 3, 4JOG KEY

EXAMPLE:

YEAR

MONTH

: 2001

PUSH

: JAN

PUSH

: FEB

Push

Rotate

1Press MENU to display the Camera or

VCR mode menu screen. (See page 14.)

[ CAMERA MENU ]

[ VCR MENU ]

2Rotate JOG KEY to select DISPLAY

SETTING , and then press JOG KEY

to display the DISPLAY SETTING menu screen.

3Rotate JOG KEY to select CLOCK-

SET , and then press JOG KEY to set

to ON. (See pages 16, 18.)

• The DATE/TIME SETTING menu is displayed.

4Rotate JOG KEY to select YEAR, then

press JOG KEY to fix and move to the

next item. Likewise, set the month, day, hour, and minutes.

Note

• To make corrections, Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move back to an item and correct.

• A built-in Battery maintains clock operation. If the Palmcorder is not connected to a power source for a few months, the built-in battery may discharge and “CLOCK BATTERY” indication appears. (See page 21.)

When DATE/TIME setting is completed, press MENU three times to start the clock and exit.

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Using the Palmcorder Menu

The Palmcorder features two menu displays: one for CAMERA mode (recording) and the other for VCR mode (Playback). (See pages 15~18.)

• 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. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

2, A, B, CJOG KEY

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.

1, D

MENU Button

CPress JOG KEY to set your selection.

• The “●” mark indicates selection.

DPress MENU twice to exit the menu.

CAMERA Main menu VCR Main menu

1 : D. FUNCTION

CAMERA FUNCTION menu is displayed. To select one of the 10 digital functions (MIRROR, STROBE, MOSAIC, SLIM, TRAIL, STRETCH, GAIN-UP, WIPE, MIX, PinP).

2 : ADJUST

CAMERA ADJUST menu is displayed. To select PROG. AE, W. BALANCE, or H.S.S. (High Speed Shutter).

3 : REC MODE

CAMERA REC-MODE menu is displayed. To select REC-SPEED, AUDIO-REC, INDEX, SHUTTER, SELF-REC, or WIND-CUT.

4 : SET-UP

CAMERA SET-UP menu is displayed. To select REMOTE, BEEP, or MAGICVU (PVDV401 only).

5 : DISPLAY SETTING

DISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed. To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/TIME, or CLOCK-SET.

6 : LCD/EVF SETTING

LCD/EVF SETTING menu is displayed. To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

7 : PHOTO TITLE

PHOTO TITLE menu is displayed. To select TITLE or MODE.

1 : PLAY FUNCTION

VCR PLAY FUNCTION menu is displayed. To select D. FUNCTION or D.EFFECT.

2 : REC MODE

VCR REC MODE menu is displayed. To select REC-SPEED.

3 : PLAY MODE

VCR PLAY MODE menu is displayed. To select INDEX, AUDIO, REMOTE, or B.SEARCH.

4 : MULTI SETTING

MULTI SETTING menu is displayed. To select SPEED.

5 : DISPLAY SETTING

DISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed. To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/TIME, or CLOCK-SET.

6 : LCD/EVF SETTING

LCD/EVF SETTING menu is displayed. To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

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Camera Mode Menu Screen

3 4

5 6 7 8 9

MENU OSD

DIGITAL FUNCTION (See page 44.)

To select one of the 10 digital functions. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function.

PROG. AE (See page 43.) To select one of the 5 Program AE modes. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected Program AE mode.

W.BALANCE (See page 42.) To select one of the 3 White Balance modes.

H. S. S. (High Speed Shutter)

(See page 48.) To select a desired shutter speed.

REC-SPEED (See page 6.) SP:Normal recording speed mode. LP:Recording time is 1.5 times as

long as in the SP mode. For example, 120 minutes of recording is possible on a 80 minute tape.

AUDIO-REC (See page 49.) 12 bit:The sound is recorded in the

12 bit/32 kHz mode.

16 bit:The sound is recorded in the

16 bit/48 kHz high-quality mode.

INDEX (See page 30.) DAY: An index signal is recorded

2 HOUR:An index signal is recorded

SHUTTER (See page 41.)

When set to ON, still pictures taken in the PhotoShot mode are recorded with a visual shutter effect and click sound.

SELF-REC (See page 23.) NORMAL: During self-recording, the

picture on the LCD Monitoris the same as it will be recorded. MIRROR: During self-recording, the picture on the LCD Monitor is horizontally reversed.

WIND-CUT (See page 22.) To reduce sound distortion caused by wind hitting the microphone. However, this slightly deteriorates the sound reproduction in the bass range.

when recording is restarted after the date has changed since the last recording.

when recording is restarted after a lapse of more than

2 hours.

Getting Started

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MENU OSD

REMOTE (See page 26.) VCR1: To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCR1.

VCR2: To receive signals from

the Remote Control, set to VCR2.

OFF: To prevent reception of

signals from the Remote Control.

BEEP

Set to ON to hear beep when starting and stopping camera recording or when unusual conditions occur. To cancel the beep, set to OFF.

Palmcorder will beep: Once when you start recording Twice when you stop recording Repeatedly when warning of unusual conditions. (See page 21.)

MAGICVU (PV-DV401 only)

(See page 42.) To select one of the 3 MAGICVU modes slide MAGICVU/0LUX Switch to ON.

DISPLAY (See page 19.) To select the desired type of display

and counter indication displayed on the LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder.

C.RESET (See page 19.) Setting to ON resets the counter to

zero. DATE/TIME (See page 20.)

The date and time can be set and displayed on the screen.

CLOCK-SET (See page 13.) When set to ON, the date and time can be set on the screen.

LCD/EVF SETTING (See page 23.) Setting to ON displays the menu for adjusting the LCD brightness, color level, and the EVF brightness.

TITLE (See page 38.) Photo Title is recorded.

MODE (See page 38.) To select one of the 2 Photo Title modes.

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VCR Mode Menu Screen

1 2

DIGITAL FUNCTION (See page 44.)

To select one of the 6 digital functions. Setting to OFF cancels the previously

selected digital function. D. EFFECT (See page 44.)

To select one of the 2 digital picture effects for playback. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital effect.

REC-SPEED (See page 6.) SP: Normal recording speed

mode.

LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as

long as in the SP mode. For example, 120 minutes of recording is possible on an 80 minute tape.

INDEX (See page 30.) To select the desired Index Search function.

PHOTO: To search for Photo shot

pictures.

SCENE: To search for scenes marked

with Index signal.

AUDIO (See page 50.) To select the desired audio playback mode after performing audio dubbing in the 12 bit mode (SP mode only).

ST1 : The original sound alone is

played back.

ST2 : The dubbed sound alone is

played back.

MIX : The original sound and the

dubbed sound are played back together.

REMOTE (See page 26.) VCR1: To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCR1.

VCR2: To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCR2.

OFF : To prevent reception of signals

from the Remote Control.

B.SEARCH (Blank Search)

(See page 25.) Select ON to go directly to a blank portion of the tape.

Getting Started

Page 18

M-CARD Menu Screen

SPEED (See page 46.)

In Strobe Multi mode, used to select the interval at which a succession of still screens are captured from the playback picture.

FAST : Every 0.3 seconds NORM : Every 0.6 seconds SLOW : Every 1.0 seconds

DISPLAY (See page 19.)

To select the desired type of display and counter indication displayed on the LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder.

C.RESET (See page 19.) Setting to ON resets the counter to

zero. DATE/TIME (See page 19.)

The date and time can be set and displayed on the screen.

CLOCK-SET (See page 13.) When set to ON, the date and time can be set on the screen.

LCD/EVF SETTING (See page 23.) Setting to ON displays the menu for adjusting the LCD brightness, color level, and the EVF brightness.

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Here are some of the basic indications which will appear on the Palmcorder EVF and LCD Monitor. Only Date and Time indications will be recorded onto the tape.

Getting Started

Battery Remaining

FULL

EMPTY

Tape Remaining

(AY-DVM30EA)

R0:30

R0:00

• It will take several seconds for the tape remaining indicator to operate after the tape starts moving.

Digital Zoom and other Digital Functions (See page 40.)

This display appears when the digital zoom function has been activated.

Playback Effect (See page 44.) This display appears when SEPIA or MONO is selected in VCR menu.

Tape Speed Indication (See page 15.) Indicates the tape speed (SP or LP).

(AY-DVM60EA)

R1:00

R0:00

Display ON/OFF and Counter/Time Code

The indication switches as shown below when the desired “DISPLAY” mode is selected from the menu. (See pages 16, 18.)

• When OFF is selected, all displays are turned off.

Linear Time Counter

Memory Counter M 0:00:00

The Palmcorder will stop whenever it reaches the point where the counter was previously set to M 0:00:00 during audio dub, fast forward, or rewind.

Time Code 0h00m00s00f

The Palmcorder calculates and displays exactly where you are on any tape in terms of hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (30 frames = 1 second).

• This display can not be reset.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

• Display must be set to ON for MF, AE, W.BALANCE or BACK LIGHT indications to be displayed on the EVF or LCD Panel when selected.

• C.RESET does not work when DISPLAY is set to OFF and T.CODE.

Memory Counter

Time Code

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Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications

g h

Volume Display (See page 27.)

The volume bar appears when the volume of the built-in speaker is being adjusted.

Date and Time Indication

(See pages 16, 18.)

As shown below, the date and time indication changes each time DATE/TIME is selected from the Palmcorder’s MENU (see pages 16, 18) or the DATE/TIME Button is pressed on the remote (optional).

DATE/TIME

OFF

WARNING indication

(See page 21.) The warning displays appear in the EVF and the LCD monitor.

WIND-CUT indication

(See page 15.) MAGICVU (PV-DV401 only)

(See page 16.) This display appears when MAGICVU is set to ON.

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DA TE

p q r

Tape Mode Indications REC Recording. PHOTO PhotoShot recording.

PAUSE Paused during recording. PLAY Playback. R

CHK Recording Check. FF Fast forward. REW Rewind.

BLANK Blank Search. SEARCH Index Search.

Digital EIS Indications

(See page 39.)

Zoom Magnification Level

(See page 40.)

Manual Focus Indication

(See page 47.)

White Balance Indication

(See page 42.)

PROGRAM-AE Indication

(See page 43.)

Backlight Indication

(See page 47.)

Shutter Mode indication

(See page 48.)

Repeat Playback.

FF Search. REW Search.

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Getting Started

Page 22

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Camera Recording

Using the LCD Monitor

The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor can be used while recording.

1LCD-OPEN

Button

180°

90°

To adjust the LCD BRIGHTNESS or COLOR

A Press MENU to display the main menu

screen.

B Rotate JOG KEY to select LCD/EVF

SETTING from the main menu screen.

(See pages 16, 18.)

C Press JOG KEY to display the LCD/

EVF SETTING screen.

D Press JOG KEY to select

LCD BRIGHTNESS or LCD COLOR, then rotate JOG KEY to adjust.

EPress MENU twice to exit this mode.

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power

source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Insert a cassette with record tab closed.

(See page 6.)

1Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD

monitor.

2Swing 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 BRIGHTNESS or COLOR” below.

3Start recording. (See page 22.)

Note

• Using the LCD monitor will reduce battery operating time.

• Close the LCD monitor completely when not in use.

Basic Operation

Self Recording

180°

Rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so it

faces the same direction as the lens to record yourself (CAMERA mode). The picture in the LCD monitor will appear reversed. Set SELF-REC to MIRROR (see page 15) in the Camera mode menu screen to see the picture as it is actually being recorded.

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Camera Recording

Edit Search

You can visually search for scenes in CAMERA mode to maintain proper continuity when taping.

1POWER Switch

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER Lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2, 3REC/

PAUSE Button

2EDIT

2In REC/PAUSE mode, hold down

EDIT SEARCH to perform a forward visual search or EDIT SEARCH to perform a reverse

visual search. Releasing the button stops the search.

3Press REC/PAUSE to continue

recording.

Note

2EDIT SEARCH

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• During Edit Search, the picture will become mosaic in both search, the sound will be muted in reverse visual search.

• Make sure the SP/LP tape speed setting is the same as the recording to eliminate distortion during edit search.

and

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Camera Recording

Blank Search

You can go directly to a blank portion of tape and start recording exactly where you left off.

1Set the POWER to VCR.

• The POWER Lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position.

2Press MENU to display the VCR

3, 4, 5JOG KEY

mode menu screen.

3Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAY

MODE , then press JOG KEY to

2MENU

Button

display the VCR PLAY MODE menu screen.

4Rotate JOG KEY to select B.SEARCH

in the VCR PLAY MODE menu. (See page 17.)

5Press JOG KEY to select ON.

1POWER Switch

Remote Control (Optional, page 64)

You can operate the major functions of your Palmcorder from up to approximately 16 feet (5 m) 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 (See page 22.) Tele (Zoom) (See page 22.) Wide (Zoom) (See page 22.) Date/Time (See page 20.) Reset (See page 50.) PhotoShot (See page 41.) Display On TV (See page 31.) Counter/Time Code (See page 19.) Audio Dubbing (See page 49.) Record (See page 52.) Menu (See page 14.) Play (See page 27.) FF/Search (See page 28.) REW/Search (See page 28.) Pause/Select (See pages 14, 28.) Stop/Set (See pages 14, 27.) Slow/Frame Advance (Forward) (See pages 28, 29.) Slow/Frame Advance (Backward) (See pages 28, 29.) Index Search (Forward) (See page 30.) Index Search (Backward) (See page 30.) Speaker Volume (See page 27.)

• “BLANK” will appear on the screen.

Basic Operation

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Remote Control (Optional)

Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders

You can control any two Panasonic Palmcorders with one Remote control (Optional, page 64). 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.

1Set the POWER to VCR or CAMERA.

• The POWER Lamp lights red.

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

2Press MENU to display the VCR or

CAMERA mode menu screen.

3Rotate JOG KEY to select CAMERA

Optional

For VCR 2 :

Press these buttons at the same time.

Note

DISPLAY

COUNTER /

RESET

ON TV

DATE / TIME

A.DUB

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW / F.ADV

INDEX

CAMCORDER

PHOTO SHOT

PAUSE /

SEL

STOP /

SET

CAMERA

REC / PAUSE

FF /

SLOW / F.ADV

INDEX

- SPKR VOL +

For VCR 1 :

Press these buttons at the same time.

SET-UP in the CAMERA mode menu

screen or VCR PLAY MODE in the VCR mode menu screen, then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA SET-UP or VCR PLAY MODE menu screen.

4Rotate JOG KEY to select REMOTE ,

and then press JOG KEY to select VCR 2. (See pages 16, 17). Leave the other Palmcorder set to VCR1.

5Set the Remote Control (Optional,

page 64) to VCR 1 or VCR 2 to

correspond with the Palmcorder you wish to control. (See above left.)

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Playback your Recordings

Playback using the LCD Monitor

You can also use the LCD monitor to playback your recording.

VOLUME KEY

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Insert a recorded cassette.

• Set POWER to VCR.

1LCD-OPEN

Button

2REWIND

90°

SEARCH Button

3PLAY Button

Built-in Speaker

4STOP

Button

180°

90°

You can place the Palmcorder on a table, etc. for viewing. Rotate the LCD Monitor 180° and swing it up against the Palmcorder body as shown.

1Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD

monitor and swing open.

2Press REWIND/SEARCH to rewind

the tape.

3Press PLAY to start playback.

To adjust the volume:

A Hold down VOLUME KEY until the

volume setting screen appears. (See page 20).

B Rotate VOLUME KEY to adjust the

volume of the built-in speaker. To remove the volume setting screen, hold down VOLUME KEY again.

•Adjust the picture on the LCD monitor if needed. (See page 23.)

4Press STOP to stop playback.

• When the tape reaches its beginning during rewind or rewind search, it will stop automatically.

• If you press PLAY for more than 5 seconds, the Palmcorder will go into Repeat Playback mode when the tape reaches its end. The letter “R ” will appear in the EVF and LCD monitor. To exit the Repeat Playback mode, turn the Palmcorder OFF.

Basic Operation

PHONE Jack

Note

• When a tape recorded in LP mode on another digital video camera is played back on this unit, the picture may appear mosaic.

• Using the LCD monitor reduces battery operating time.

• You can connect earphones (not supplied) to the PHONE Jack.

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Playback Your Recordings

Special Effect Features During Playback

Note

• Sound is muted during all special effects. PAUSE Button

PLAY Button

A, BREWIND/

SEARCH Button

Optional

REWIND/ SEARCH Button

SLOW/

F.ADV Button

A, BFAST FORWARD/

SEARCH Button

CAMCORDER

CAMERA

PHOTO

DATE /

DISPLAY

SHOT

TIME

ON TV

COUNTER /

A.DUB

RESET

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW /

PAUSE /

F.ADV

SEL

STOP /

INDEX

SET

PAUSE Button

PAUSE

FF /

SLOW /

INDEX

REC /

- SPKR VOL +

F.ADV

PLAY Button

FAST FORWARD/ SEARCH Button

F.ADV

SLOW/

Rapid Visual Search

ADuring playback, hold down FAST

FORWARD/SEARCH or REWIND/ SEARCH.

The search will continue for as long as the button is held down.

BPress FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

or REWIND/SEARCH once for a

continuous rapid visual search.

Press PLAY to release.

Note

• When executing a rapid visual

search, the picture may become bluish for an instant or mosaic. This is normal during this mode.

STILL Picture

Press PAUSE during playback. Press PLAY or PAUSE to release.

Note

• To protect the tape and video heads, your Palmcorder’s operating modes will revert as follows: STILL STOP (after 3 minutes.)

Fast Forward/Rewind Check

Monitor normal picture playback during fast forward or rewind.

• Hold down FAST FORWARD/SEARCH during fast forward.

• Hold down REWIND/SEARCH during rewind.

• The picture will appear for as long as the button is held down.

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Slow Motion Playback

Optional Remote Control Only (See page 64)

Forward Slow = Press

during play.

Reverse Slow =Press SLOW/F.ADV

during play. Press PLAY to release. (During reverse slow motion playback, time code indication may not change regularly.)

Note

• Palmcorder will automatically STOP when

in slow motion for more than 10 minutes.

• During slow motion playback, picture may

move up and down. This is normal.

• When you start or stop slow motion

playback, the picture may become bluish for an instant.

SLOW/F.ADV

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Playback Your Recordings

Special Effect Features During Playback (Continued)

Note

• Sound is muted during all special effects. PAUSE Button

PLAY Button

3JOG KEY

Optional

SLOW/ F.ADV Button

DISPLAY

ON TV

COUNTER /

RESET

PHOTO

DATE /

TIME

A.DUB

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW /

PAUSE /

F.AD V

STOP /

INDEX

CAMCORDER

CAMERA

SHOT

SEL

SET

REC /

PAUSE

FF /

SLOW /

F.AD V

INDEX

- SPKR VOL +

SLOW/ F.ADV Button

Variable Speed Search

1Press PLAY to start playback. 2Press PLAY again. 3Rotate JOG KEY to adjust the playback

speed.

• Rotate JOG KEY downward for forward playback.

• Rotate JOG KEY upward for reverse playback.

To return to normal playback:

Press PLAY. Playback will continue at normal speed.

Note

• The Variable Speed Search function offers a choice of six playback speeds (1/5X, 1X, 2X, 5X, 10X, 20X) both in forward and reverse directions.

• The review playback at the 1X speed is playback in reverse direction.

• During the Variable Speed Search (at a speed other than 1X), mosaic-like patterns will appear in the picture.

• During the Variable Speed Search, sound is muted.

Jog Frame by Frame Search

(Palmcorder only)

During Still mode, rotate JOG KEY to advance or reverse the picture one frame at a time.

Frame by Frame Advance

Optional Remote Control Only (See page 64)

Press PAUSE during playback. Press

frame advance. Press SLOW/F.ADV to do a frame by frame reverse.

Press PLAY to release.

Note

• If you hold down SLOW/F.ADV, you can see a continuous series of still images at a slower speed than normal slow mode.

• During frame by frame advance, a few frames may move automatically, and the picture may become bluish for an instant.

SLOW/F.ADV to do a frame by

Basic Operation

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Playback Your Recordings

Special Effect Features During Playback (Continued)

Note

• Sound is muted during all special effects.

3, 4JOG KEY

2MENU

Button

1POWER Switch

Optional

CAMCORDER

CAMERA

PHOTO

REC /

DATE /

DISPLAY

SHOT

PAUSE

TIME

ON TV

COUNTER /

RESET

A.DUB

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW / F.ADV

INDEX

PAUSE /

- SPKR VOL +

FF /

SLOW /

SEL

F.ADV

STOP /

SET

BINDEX SEARCH

INDEX

(fast forward) Button

BINDEX SEARCH

(rewind) Button

Top Scan

If you hold down INDEX SEARCH more than 2 seconds, the Palmcorder will scan for scenes (or PhotoShots) and playback the first few seconds of each.

To cancel this function, press PLAY or STOP.

Note

• Search will not work if there is a succession of PhotoShots.

Index Forward/Reverse Search

Optional Remote Control Only (See page 64)

Search for a particular scene by using the electronic index marks placed at the beginning of each recording.

1Set the POWER to VCR.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position.

2Press MENU to display the VCR

mode menu screen.

3Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAY

MODE , then press JOG KEY to

display the VCR PLAY MODE menu screen.

4Rotate JOG KEY to select INDEX ,

and then press JOG KEY to select PHOTO or SCENE. (See page 17.)

A Place the Palmcorder in the VCR

STOP mode.

B Press INDEX SEARCH fast forward or

rewind the number of recordings

(indexes) forward or back you want to view. The Palmcorder will advance or rewind to the desired recording and automatically start playback.

• The number of times you pressed the button is displayed in the EVF and the LCD monitor if you set INDEX on the VCR menu to SCENE. (See page 17.) (Ex., if you press the button three times, “S3” will appear.)

• If the interval between scenes is less than 1 minute, index search may not operate properly.

• Response time from pressing the button and change in the scene number is quite slow. Do not press INDEX SEARCH rapidly and continuously.

• During Reverse Index Search mode, playback will not begin when a tape rewinds all the way to the beginning.

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Playback Your Recordings

View Recording/Playback on your TV

[ TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks ]

A/V OUT

Back of TV

Audio In Video In

A/V Cable (Supplied)

To Audio In

To Video In

[ TV with S-VIDEO IN Jacks ]

For best Chrominance and Luminance, use the S-Video connection if available on your TV.

A/V OUT S-VIDEO

OUT

Back of TV

1Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

To view what the Palmcorder is recording or to playback a tape on your TV.

2Turn your TV ON and set it to LINE

INPUT or S-VIDEO.

Check your TV operating instructions for further information.

3Start playback or begin a recording.

Note

• Make sure the Palmcorder and TV are turned off while connecting.

• Please connect the A/V Cable securely.

Optional Remote Control Only (See page 64)

You can display the various EVF and LCD indications on your TV by pressing DISPLAY ON TV on remote control. Press again to remove the indications.

CAMCORDER

DISPLAY ON TV Button

DISPLAY

ON TV

COUNTER /

RESET

DATE /

TIME

A.DUB

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW / F.ADV

INDEX

PAUSE /

CAMERA

PHOTO SHOT

SEL

STOP /

SET

REC /

PAUSE

FF /

SLOW /

F.ADV

INDEX

Optional

- SPKR VOL +

Basic Operation

S-Video Cable (Not supplied)

AV Cable (Supplied)

To Audio In

Audio In Video In

To S-Video In

CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC in USA (and to the Canadian Electrical code in Canada) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Card Features

You can record still images to a Memory Card.

2MENU

Button

2JOG KEY

3PHOTOSHOT

Button

1POWER

Switch

1Slide the M-CARD Lock Switch to

unlock, then set POWER to M-CARD.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to M-CARD position.

• “PLAY: PUSH PLAY KEY” is displayed for 10 seconds. (See page 33.)

2Press MENU to display CARD

SETTING menu, then press JOG KEY to select NORMAL or FINE .

• Press MENU to exit this menu.

3Press PHOTOSHOT to record an

image.

• The PhotoShot image is recorded to the Memory Card.

• When SHUTTER is set to ON (see page 15), still pictures are recorded with a visual shutter effect and click sound. If set to OFF, the still image will be displayed only.

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You can record still images from a cassette tape to a Memory Card.

Card Features

1Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 32. 2Set POWER to VCR.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position.

3Press PLAY to start playback of the

cassette tape. And then, press PAUSE to select an image.

4Press PHOTOSHOT to record the

desired image to the Memory Card.

3PLAY Button

• When PHOTOSHOT is pressed in PLAY or SLOW mode, the screen goes to STOP mode.

• To playback the images of the Memory Card, see pages 33~34.

• When Variable Speed Search is done (see page 29), this feature can not be used.

5Repeat steps 3~4 to record another

image to the Memory Card.

Special Features

Page 34

2Press M-PLAY to display the Multi

playback screen.

• “PLEASE WAIT” appears on-screen.

• Rotate JOG KEY to scroll through Multi image screen pages (6 images per page) and select an image.

• The selected image is underlined in green.

“PLEASE WAIT” is displayed.

• Press MENU to display CARD SETTING menu screen.

• Press M-STOP to return to the Card PhotoShot REC Mode. (See page 32.)

3Press JOG KEY to display the

selected image as a full-size screen.

• “PLEASE WAIT” appears on-screen.

4Rotate JOG KEY to select BACK

(previous image), MULTI (Multi Image screen), or NEXT (next image).

DISPLAY : Select OFF to remove all

displays from the screen.

DCF (Design rule for Camera File

system)

: Select OFF to cancel DCF No.

on the screen.

Note

• If the file number is changed, the Palmcorder cannot read the file data.

• This product is compliant with DCF (Design rule for Camera File System). Images saved on the Memory Card using other Digital Still Cameras that are compliant with DCF can be viewed on this product.

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• Press M-STOP to return to the Multi Playback screen.

Warning

• While “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed, DO

NOT turn off the Palmcorder or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied) because this

will cause irreversible damage to the memory.

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Card Features

Delete Specific Images

You can delete unwanted images and increase the remaining image memory.

Warning:

Once deleted, images cannot be restored.

DELETE PAGE

Delete specific images from a page.

DELETE ALL

Delete all images. (See page 36.)

FORMAT

Delete all data. (See page 37.)

4, 5JOG KEY

M-CARD Lock Switch

1POWER

Switch

3M-DEL Button

M-STOP Button

2M-PLAY

Button

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.)

1Slide the M-CARD Lock Switch to

unlock, then set POWER to M-CARD.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to M-CARD position.

• “PLAY: PUSH PLAY KEY” is displayed for 10 seconds.

2Press M-PLAY to display the Multi

playback screen.

• “PLEASE WAIT” appears on-screen.

3Press M-DEL to display the DELETE

menu, then rotate and press JOG KEY to select PAGE .

• DELETE PAGE menu is displayed.

Special Features

Warning

• While deleting image, DO NOT turn off

the Palmcorder or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied) because this will

cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

4Rotate and press JOG KEY to select

and set the image to be deleted.

• The selected image is underlined in pink.

5Rotate JOG KEY to select YES , and

press JOG KEY to delete the selected

image.

• To cancel delete, press M-STOP or rotate and press JOG KEY to select NO.

• “PLEASE WAIT” appears on-screen.

• To delete other images, repeat steps 4~5.

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Card Features

Delete All Image Pages

You can delete all images from the Memory Card easily with this operation.

Warning:

Once deleted, images cannot be restored.

2, 3JOG KEY

POWER Switch

M-STOP Button

2M-DEL Button

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.)

1Do steps 1 and 2 on page 35. 2Press M-DEL to display the DELETE

menu. Then, rotate and press JOG KEY to select ALL .

• The screen below is displayed.

• To cancel delete, press M-STOP or rotate and press JOG KEY to select NO.

Warning

• While deleting image, DO NOT turn off

the Palmcorder or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied) because this will

cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

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3Rotate and press JOG KEY to select

YES .

• “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed on the screen, and then “NO PICTURE” is displayed.

• Press M-STOP to return to the Card PhotoShot REC Mode screen. (See page 32.)

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Card Features

Format the Memory Card

You can easily format your Memory Card using this operation.

Warning:

Formatting permanently removes all image data.

2, 3JOG KEY

POWER Switch

M-STOP Button

2M-DEL Button

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.)

1Do steps 1 and 2 on page 35. 2Press M-DEL to display the DELETE

menu, then rotate and press JOG KEY to select FORMAT .

DELETE

PAGE

ALL

FORMAT

ROTAT E PUSH PUSH

JOG KEY JOG

STOP

KEY KEY

SELECT

SET

CANCEL

: : :

• The screen below is displayed.

• To cancel format, press M-STOP or rotate and press JOG KEY to select NO.

123

FORMAT CARD ARE YOU SURE ?

YES

ROTAT E

SELECT SET

PUSH

JOG JOG EXIT

KEY KEY

STOP

3Rotate and press JOG KEY to select

YES .

• “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed on the screen as all image data is deleted from Memory Card. Deletion is complete when “NO PICTURE” is displayed.

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Warning

• While deleting image, DO NOT turn off

the Palmcorder or unplug the AC Adaptor (supplied) because this will

cause irreversible damage to the memory, resulting in reduced image storage capacity.

• Press M-STOP to return to the Card PhotoShot REC Mode screen. (See page 32).

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You can record PhotoShot images from a Memory Card to a cassette to be used as a WIPE or MIX effect.

When Photo Title is set to ON, the selected image and Title will appear before each recording is made.

WIPE : The Photo title is replaced with the

current scene in a wiping motion.

MIX : The photo title is replaced with the

current scene in a gradual mixing effect.

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2Press MENU to display the CAMERA

menu screen. Then rotate and press

JOG KEY to select PHOTO TITLE .

3Rotate and press JOG KEY to select

and set MODE and then TITLE . 1st : Select and set MODE (WIPE or

MIX).

2nd : Select and set TITLE to “SET”.

• “PLEASE WAIT” appears on-screen.

• The Multi image screen is displayed.

4Rotate and press JOG KEY to select

and set an image.

• “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed while image is processed. Then, “PHOTO TITLE SET” is displayed for approx. 3 seconds, and the screen goes back to the Camera mode screen.

• After Photo Title is performed, Digital Function turns off.

• There are 12 pre-installed files.

5Press REC/PAUSE to start recording

with Photo Title.

• WIPE or MIX screen is displayed at beginning of the recording. Then the Photo Title setting will be cleared automatically.

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NORMAL

EIS ON

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2Press EIS to stabilize the picture.

EIS

• Picture flicker may be observed when taping under fluorescent lighting conditions.

• The EIS indicator flashes when the light level is inadequate.

• Turn D.E.I.S. OFF during recording when using a tripod.

3Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. 4Press EIS again to cancel.

• Be sure that D.E.I.S. is turned off when not needed.

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Special Features

Digital Zoom

3REC/PAUSE Button

2, 4, C , D

D. ZOOM Button

Zoom In (“T”)

3POWER ZOOM

Switch

BPLAY Button

D.ZOOM

1, A

POWER Switch

CAMERA mode

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2Press D. ZOOM to select D.ZOOM1 or

D.ZOOM2.

once : D.ZOOM1 (from 20X to 40X) twice : D.ZOOM2 (from 20X to 300X) three times : Turn off D.ZOOM

3Press REC/PAUSE to start

recording and press POWER ZOOM to zoom in or zoom out.

• The magnification level is always displayed in the EVF or the LCD monitor when DISPLAY is set to ON. (See pages 16, 18.)

4Press D.ZOOM to turn off Digital

Zoom so that no indication appears.

Note

• The normal optical zoom functions from 1X to 20X.

• Because the image is enlarged digitally, the picture may become distorted when higher magnification levels are used.

• When the level falls below 20X, the normal zooming function will resume.

• Focus distance becomes 4 feet (1.2 m) if the lens is in full telephoto.

Zoom Out (“W”)

Note

• Other Digital Functions are turned off automatically when the EIS and Digital Zoom are selected.

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VCR mode

A Set POWER to VCR.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position.

B Press PLAY to start playback. C Press D.ZOOM.

• The center portion of the image doubles in size.

D Press D.ZOOM again for normal

image size.

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Special Features

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Special Features

White Balance

Auto White Balance automatically maintains optimum color balance in most lighting conditions. However, when using Digital Functions, etc., you may get better results using the manual adjustment.

3, 4JOG KEY

2MENU

Button

1POWER Switch

Recording Still Pictures

You can record still pictures of any desired duration together with sound.

1, 2STILL Button

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2Press MENU to display the menu

screen.

3Rotate JOG KEY to select ADJUST,

and then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA ADJUST menu screen.

4Rotate JOG KEY to select

W.BALANCE , and then press JOG

KEY repeatedly to select AUTO,

Indoor halogen lamp “ “ ”.

: When the source illumination is a

halogen lamp.

: When shooting outdoors on a

sunny day.

AUTO : Automatically maintains optimum

color balance in most lighting conditions.

”, or Outdoors

1While in RECORD mode, press STILL

and hold for 2 seconds to capture a

still picture. The captured still picture will be recorded together with sound.

MAGICVU/0LUX (PV-DV401 only)

MAGICVU allows you to record subjects in comparatively dark places.

2MAGICVU/

0LUX Switch

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2Press STILL once again to release

the still picture. The camera will resume recording real-time pictures.

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2Slide MAGICVU/0LUX to ON.

• A black and white image appears.

• You can select the color of image: B/W, green, or blue. (See page 16.)

• To cancel this feature, slide MAGICVU/0LUX to OFF.

Note

• The subject can be up to 3 m (9 feet) away.

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SPORTS mode

• The recorded images will not be so blurred when they are viewed later using slow or still picture playback.

• When playing back a sports mode

recording, the movement may appear slightly jerky.

• Do not use this mode when recording under fluorescent, mercury, or sodium lighting. These types of lights will affect the color and brightness of the images.

• A vertical band of light might appear when recording objects that are brightly illuminated or which are highly reflective.

• If the amount of light is insufficient, the SPORTS “

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Special Features

Other Digital Functions

Use the following features to add interest and professionalism to your recordings or playback. Select from eleven special effects.

3, 4, 5JOG KEY

2MENU

Button

1POWER Switch

Types of Digital Functions

MIRROR

Symmetrical image from the current camera picture.

STROBE

The recording appears as a sequence of still frames.

MOSAIC

The picture appears in a mosaic pattern.

SLIM

The picture is expanded vertically.

TRAIL

The subject being recorded creates a trail when in motion.

STRETCH

The picture is expanded horizontally. GAIN UP (Not available during playback)

Picture sensitivity is increased.

• Only Manual Focus is available.

WIPE

Successive scenes are separated in a way which simulates the drawing of a curtain.

MIX

The current scene is mixed in with the following scene during scene changes.

PinP

PinP (Still image) is displayed on the Main Picture.

SEPIA (Only available during playback) The picture is played back in sepia, a brownish color, giving it an antique look.

MONO (Monotone) (Only available during playback) The picture is played back in black-and-

white.

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1Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

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

2Press MENU to display the menu

screen.

3Rotate JOG KEY to select

D.FUNCTION in the CAMERA mode

menu screen or PLAY FUNCTION in the VCR mode menu screen, then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA FUNCTION or VCR PLAY FUNCTION menu screen.

4Rotate JOG KEY to select

D.FUNCTION , and then press JOG

KEY repeatedly to select one of the

Digital Functions listed on the left.

5To cancel the Digital Function, press

JOG KEY repeatedly to select OFF.

Note

• The EIS and Digital Zoom features are turned off automatically when one of the Digital Functions listed at left is selected.

To use the WIPE function

a.In Camera mode, set the “D.FUNCTION”

item in the main menu screen to “WIPE”. (See page 15.)

b.Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. c.Press REC/PAUSE to pause the

recording. The last scene will be memorized.

d.Press RECORD/PAUSE to start

recording again. The new scene will take the place of the memorized scene.

To use the MIX function

a.In Camera mode, set the “D.FUNCTION”

item in the main menu screen to “MIX” (see page 15). Then, perform steps b-d above.

The memorized scene and the new scene will appear mixed as the scene changes from one to the other.

Note

• When Photo Title is set, WIPE/MIX mode becomes Photo Title. When Photo Title is finished, Digital Function turns OFF.

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Picture in Picture (PinP)

You can display a PinP (still image) screen on the Main Picture.

Note

• PinP position is fixed at the bottom right of the screen.

Main Picture

Picture in Picture (PinP still image)

3, 4JOG KEY

2MENU

Button

PHOTOSHOT Button

1POWER Switch

5, 6, 7

CAMERA STILL Button

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2Press MENU to display the menu

screen.

3Rotate JOG KEY repeatedly to select

D.FUNCTION , then press JOG KEY

to display the CAMERA FUNCTION menu screen.

4Press JOG KEY to select PinP .

• Press MENU twice to exit this menu.

5Aim at the scene you wish to place as

PinP, then press CAMERA STILL to freeze the image.

6Press CAMERA STILL again to place

the frozen image as PinP.

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7Press REC/PAUSE to record a scene

with PinP image.

• Press PHOTOSHOT to record a scene with PinP image in PhotoShot mode.

• Press CAMERA STILL again to remove PinP image.

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Special Features

Strobe Multi Mode

In Strobe Multi Mode, you can select the rate at which a succession of still screens are captured from the playback picture.

3, 4JOG KEY

2MENU

Button

1POWER Switch

5PLAY Button

Note

• A Multi Image Playback screen cannot be output from the DV terminal or Digital Still Image terminal.

• A Multi screen will have slightly lower image quality.

5MULTI Button

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

1Set POWER to VCR.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position.

2Press MENU to display the menu

screen.

3Rotate and press JOG KEY to select

and set MULTI SETTING .

4Press JOG KEY to select SPEED ,

then press repeatedly to set desired

speed.

Strobe Speeds

FAST NORM SLOW

• Press MENU twice to exit.

9 screen capture time

Every 0.3 seconds Every 0.6 seconds Every 1.0 seconds

5Press PLAY to start playback. Press

MULTI at the point you want to start

capturing.

• A succession of 9 screens will be captured, and playback will stop.

• Press MULTI to return to the normal STILL screen.

Press PLAY to start playback. Press STOP to stop playback.

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Special Features

Auto Focus

The Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus over the entire zoom range.

Manual Focus

Use Manual Focus (MF) when recording ...

• a subject through glass.

• a scene where the subject is far from the Palmcorder and there are objects in the foreground.

• a subject with distinct horizontal stripes.

• a subject not centered in the Viewfinder.

• subjects with shiny surfaces.

• an obliquely angled subject.

• a bright, flat subject such as a white wall.

• in low light situations.

• a scene with fast motions, like a golf swing.

Re-focusing may be required

• when your Palmcorder is aimed at a new scene.

2, 4 M.FOCUS

DIAL

3, 5POWER

ZOOM Switch

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2Press M.FOCUS DIAL so that “MF”

(Manual Focus) appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

3Press and hold POWER ZOOM “T”

side (Telephoto) until the lens is at

maximum zoom in.

4Turn M.FOCUS DIAL until the picture

is in focus.

• It may be necessary to back away

from the subject to focus the image properly.

5Press POWER ZOOM to “W” or “T”

as desired.

• The subject will remain in focus over

the entire zooming range.

• It may be necessary to back away from the subject to focus the image

properly.

Note

• DISPLAY must be set to on for MF, AE,

1POWER Switch

Macro Focus (for close-ups)

Press the “W” side of POWER ZOOM to the maximum wide angle position.

Auto Focus will function with the subject as close as 1 inch (25 mm) in front of the lens.

Backlight

Use when recording a subject that is darker than the surrounding scene, in a shadowed area, or when the light source is in back of your subject.

BACK LIGHT Button

W.BALANCE, or BACK LIGHT to be displayed on the LCD or EVF.

Press BACK LIGHT in Record mode to activate the Backlight feature.

The Indicator “ LCD monitor.

” will appear in the EVF or

Special Features

EVF or LCD monitor indication.

Press BACK LIGHT again to cancel the Backlight feature.

Note

• The Indicator “ ” will not appear in the EVF or LCD monitor when OFF is selected in the DISPLAY menu.

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Special Features

High Speed Shutter

To record high speed motion (e.g. tennis stroke) for improved STILL or SLOW MOTION playback when watching the tape on this Palmcorder.

Auto Shutter

In the AUTO mode (no indication in the EVF and LCD monitor), the Palmcorder will automatically adjust the shutter speed (up to 1/350).

• AUTO mode is automatically selected whenever the POWER Switch is set to CAMERA.

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• Set POWER Switch to CAMERA.

• Insert a cassette with record tab. (See page 6.)

Manual Selection

1Press MENU to display the Camera

2, 3, 4JOG KEY

1MENU

Button

Note

• For proper color reproduction, it is recommended that you use this feature outdoors. For indoor High Speed Shutter recording, additional halogen or tungsten light should be provided. Fluorescent light will degrade the picture quality.

• This feature requires ample light. More light is required for the fastest shutter speeds.

• The Auto Focus system may not operate properly in insufficient light when using the High Speed Shutter.

• When PROG.AE is ON, you cannot manually select the shutter speed.

• When MAGICVU is ON, Program AE and H.S.S. cannot be set in the menu.

Audio/Video Fade In/Out

You can make smoother scene transitions for a more professional look.

2, B

1, AFADE Button

REC/PAUSE Button

mode menu in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

2Rotate and press JOG KEY to select

ADJUST , then rotate and press

JOG KEY to select H.S.S. .

3Press JOG KEY to select SET .

• SHUTTER SPEED menu is displayed.

SHUTTER

SELECT

SHUTTER

ROTATE PUSH

:EXIT

1/4000

SPEED

JOG KEY

KEY

4Rotate JOG KEY to choose one of the

following shutter speeds.

• Press MENU three times to exit.

1/100

1/250

1/60 AUTO

1/500

1/1000

1/8000

1/4000

1/2000

Fade In

Starting the first scene with “fade in” is very effective.

1 In REC/PAUSE mode, hold down

FADE until the picture fades out.

2 Press REC/PAUSE to start

recording.

3 Release FADE and the picture will

gradually fade in.

Fade Out

Use to create a soft ending or (together with fade in) for a soft transition from one scene to the next.

Fade In

ADuring recording, hold down FADE

until the picture fades out.

BPress REC/PAUSE to pause the

recording.

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Special Features

Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in Microphone

The original sound can be replaced with new sound using the built-in Palmcorder microphone or an external microphone (PV-DV401 only).

External Microphone Jack (PV-DV401 only)

External Microphone with M3 connector (not supplied)

Built-in Microphone

Before you begin

• Connect the external Microphone (if used) (PV-DV401 only).

• Turn on the Palmcorder.

• Insert a pre-recorded tape to be dubbed.

The AUDIO-REC setting in CAMERA MENU mode should be as follows:

The original sound is recorded

12 bit

on ST (Stereo) 1, and the new sound will be recorded on ST (Stereo) 2.

16 bit

The original sound is replaced with the new sound.

• Select 12 bit if you do not want the original sound to be completely replaced during an audio dub.

• If you dub over a tape which has both 12 bit and 16 bit audio recordings on it, keep in mind that the original 16 bit audio portion will be completely replaced.

1Set POWER to VCR.

• The POWER lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position.

• If you have the Optional Remote Control, you can set the Palmcorder to stop automatically at a specified point on the tape. See “Memory-Stop Editing” on page 50.

Special Features

2PLAY Button

Optional

3A.DUB

Button

1POWER Switch

3A.DUB Button

CAMCORDER

CAMERA

PHOTO

REC /

DATE /

DISPLAY

SHOT

PAUSE

TIME

ON TV

COUNTER /

RESET

A.DUB

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW /

F.ADV

INDEX

PAUSE /

FF /

SLOW /

SEL

F.ADV

STOP /

INDEX

SET

2PAUSE

Button

- SPKR VOL +

2Press PLAY.

Then press PAUSE where you want

dubbing to begin.

3Press A.DUB on this unit (for 3

seconds) or on the remote control (optional, page 64) to put the Palmcorder in the Audio Dub mode.

• “A.DUB” flashes in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

A.DUB

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Special Features

4, 5PAUSE

Button

To listen to the desired audio sound, set the AUDIO setting of the VCR mode MENU (see page 17) as follows:

AUDIO:The following selections are available for 12 bit AUDIO dubbed recordings only (sound recorded in SP mode only).

Set this position to listen to the

ST 1

original sound. Set this position to listen to the

ST 2

audio dubbed sound. Set this position to listen to both

the original sound and the audio

MIX

dubbed sound.

Note

• 16 bit dubbed sound completely erases the original 16 bit recorded sound.

• If you dubbed using 12 bit AUDIO recording and then selected AUDIO-MIX in the menu for playback, the sound will be stereo regardless of the AUDIO-OUT setting.

• If you recorded in LP mode, you cannot use the A.DUB feature.

Memory-Stop Editing (Optional Remote Control Only, page 64)

You can set an automatic Dubbing stop

point.

4Press PAUSE to start Audio Dubbing.

• Connect the Palmcorder to the TV in order to monitor the sound. (See page 31.)

Only NTSC (National Television Standards Committee) recorded tapes can be audio dubbed. The following screen appears if the tape was not recorded in NTSC format.

5Press PAUSE to stop Audio Dubbing.

• If the microphone used for dubbing gets too near the speaker of your TV, a howling noise (feedback) may occur.

• If the tape position is in or was started in in a blank section, you cannot use the A.DUB feature.

APress MENU to display the VCR

menu screen.

Optional

DRESET

Button

AMENU

Button

BRotate JOG KEY to select DISPLAY

SETTING , and then press JOG KEY

to display the DISPLAY SETTING menu.

CRotate JOG KEY to select DISPLAY ,

and then press JOG KEY to set to MEMORY.

DPress MENU two times to exit MENU

mode. Then, press RESET on the

DISPLAY

ON TV

COUNTER /

RESET

DATE /

TIME

A.DUB

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW / F.ADV

INDEX

PAUSE /

PHOTO SHOT

SEL

STOP /

SET

CAMCORDER

CAMERA

PAUSE

FF /

SLOW /

INDEX

REC /

- SPKR VOL +

F.ADV

remote control to reset the Counter

Memory to M 0:00:00.

Now, rewind to the editing start point, and continue with steps 2-5. The tape will now stop automatically at “M 0:00:00”.

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Special Features

Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette

Source (Playing) Palmcorder

A/V OUT S-VIDEO OUT

A/V Cable (Supplied)

S-Video Cable (not supplied)

To Audio In

VHF Connecting Cable (not supplied)

Audio In

(To View)

Video In

Recording: VCR (Rear)

Before you begin

• Connect both Palmcorder and VCR to their power sources.

• Connect the Palmcorder to a VCR as illustrated left.

• Turn ON both units.

• Set the recording VCR’s Input Signal Selector to LINE.

• Set the Palmcorder POWER Switch to VCR.

1Insert a pre-recorded tape

into the source (playing) Palmcorder and a blank tape, with record tab in place, into the target VCR (Recorder).

2Press PLAY on the Palmcorder. When

the tape reaches the point you want to start dubbing, press PAUSE.

3Place the VCR into REC/PAUSE

mode. (See VCR manual.)

4Simultaneously, press PAUSE on

both units to begin copying.

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To Video In

S-Video In

To S-Video In (If there is S-Video In)

Monitor with your TV

• Turn the TV ON and select its VCR channel (either CH3 or CH4).

• Set the VCR/TV Selector on the recording VCR to VCR.

5Press STOP on both units when

copying is completed.

Note

• For technical reasons, dubbing a tape may reduce its quality.

• Press DISPLAY on the Palmcorder remote control (optional, page 64) to eliminate EVF/LCD Monitor indications.

• If the Time Code is displayed in the EVF or LCD monitor, it cannot be reset.

• Only the DATE/TIME, when displayed, will be recorded on the tape.

CAUTION:

Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement.

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Special Features

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Transferring Your Images

You can transfer images from your Palmcorder tape to your PC (Personal Computer).

System Requirements:

• IBM PC/AT or compatible

• Intel Pentium ll Processor: 266 MHz or more

• Windows 98/Me preinstalled PC with USB port

• RAM: 64 MB or more

• High color (16 bit) or more

• Resolution 800 x 600 (SVGA) or more

• 220 MB minimum available hard disk space (for ArcSoft Software)

Palmcorder USB Device Driver : Software to connect your Palmcorder and your PC PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger : Software to transfer images from your Palmcorder CARD LINK (for USB) : This software to transfer images between the ArcSoft Software* : Following software is included: PhotoPrinter 2000

* For information on ArcSoft Software:

TEL : 1-510-440-9901 FAX : 1-510-440-1270 Web Site : www.arcsoft.com E-mail : support@arcsoft.com

Note

• The Windows 2000 driver is currently not available, but will be available in the future on

our website at www.panasonic.com/video.

using USB Cable. to your PC. Memory Card and your PC. Pro, PhotoImpression 2000, Panorama Maker 2000.

• 15 MB minimum available hard disk space (for CARDLINK (for USB) or PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger)

• 120 MB minimum available hard disk space (for USB Motion image capture)

• CD-ROM drive (for installation)

• Mouse or other pointing device

Software Installation (Windows 98/Me)

Caution

• Please install Palmcorder USB Device Driver first before connecting the Palmcorder and your PC using USB Cable. Once Palmcorder USB Device Driver is installed, you must restart your computer for installation to take effect.

Special Features

1Turn on the PC (Personal Computer) and start up Windows 98/Me. 2Insert the supplied Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Select and click the icon you want to install.

Palmcorder USB Device Driver : Click

PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger : Click

CARD LINK (for USB) : Click

ArcSoft Software : Click

4Follow the instructions as they appear on your PC screen.

Note

• If a window does not appear automatically, click the “Start” button on your desktop and then click “Run”. When the Run box is open, type in “D:\InstMenu.exe” where “D:” is the drive letter of your CD; then click “OK”.

• If you attempt to install the next Software before the previous Software installation is completed, “Error” may appear. In this case, click [OK] and install the next Software from the menu.

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Transferring Your Images

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Transferring Your Images

One Touch Transfer

The images stored on the Memory Card can easily be transferred to the PC by pressing the TRANSFER Button.

Note

• Before using this feature, make sure the CARD LINK (for USB) monitor icon is displayed.

• Double clicking the CARD LINK Monitor icon displays a dialog box in which the save location for the collective transfer can be changed.

3TRANSFER Button

Before you begin

• Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.)

• Turn your PC on.

1Set Palmcorder POWER to CAMERA

or slide M-CARD Lock Switch to unlock and set to M-CARD.

(See pages 9, 10.)

2Connect the Palmcorder to your PC

(Windows) using the USB Cable

(supplied). (See page 54.)

• “CONNECT WITH PC” is displayed on the LCD monitor.

3Press TRANSFER.

• CARD LINK (for USB) application is run automatically and images stored on the memory card are transferred to your PC and saved. (If an image to be transferred already exists, that image will be skipped over and not transferred.)

Note

• JPEG image format (only image data that can be played back on Palmcorder) can be transferred from the PC to the Palmcorder.

Special Features

Running the CARD LINK (for USB)

You can transfer images between the Memory Card and your PC.

1Repeat steps 1 and 2 above. 2Click on Start, “Programs,”

“Panasonic,” “Palmcorder,” then “CARD LINK (for USB).”

3“CARD LINK (for USB)” is opened.

Note

Refer to Help for information about application operations and Error messages.

While CARD LINK is running, do not perform the following operations...

The PC system may become unstable.

• Change the screen area or color pallet in the Display Properties window.

• Turn the Palmcorder power switch ON or OFF while connecting the Palmcorder to your PC using the USB Cable.

• Connect/disconnect the USB Cable.

• Insert/remove a Memory Card.

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Transferring Your Images

Using Memory Card Image Data (CARD LINK (for USB))

Pictures captured with Palmcorder can be transferred to your PC.

(for USB)

Note

• If, while transferring the image to your PC, the displayed picture appears abnormal, restart the PC application and turn Palmcorder POWER off, and then back on.

Before you begin

• Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.)

• Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 54.)

• Turn your PC on. (See page 54.)

• Set Palmcorder POWER to M-CARD. (See page 10.)

• Repeat steps 1 and 2 to run the CARD LINK (for USB). (See “Running the CARD LINK (for USB)” on page 55.)

1Select the image data you want to

transfer to your PC.

• The selected image will be underlined in green.

2Click on:

Transfer

• The picture image is transferred to your PC and displayed. Transfer Dialog will appear on the PC. The image is captured when the full screen image appears on the PC.

Delete

• Confirmation Dialog will appear on the PC. Click “OK”. The selected images of the Memory Card are deleted.

Save

• The picture image is transferred to your PC and displayed. [Save as] dialog box will appear.

Using PC Image Data (CARD LINK (for USB))

You can use JPEG or Bitmap files from your computer for Photo Title (see page

38) by transferring them to the Palmcorder via PC connection.

(for USB)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

1Click on “File,” then Click on

“Open.”

• At your PC, please select andopen the data (. jpg or .bmp) you want to transfer to the Palmcorder.

2Click on “File,” select “Data out

to camera,” then select Fine or Normal mode.

• Your computer image data is

transferred to the Palmcorder.

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Transferring Your Images

Running the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger

You can transfer Motion images and Still images from your Palmcorder tape to a PC.

Before you begin

• Insert a recorded tape. (See page 9.)

1Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. 2Connect the Palmcorder to your PC

using the USB Cable (supplied) or DV interface Cable (i.LINK).

(See pages 54, 62.)

3Click on “Start,” “Programs,”

“Panasonic,” “Palmcorder,” then “Movie Messenger.”

4“PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger”

is opened.

Note

Refer to Help for information about application operations and Error messages.

Special Features

How to insert the USB Cable or DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)

ASet Palmcorder POWER to VCR. BConnect the Palmcorder to your PC

using the USB Cable (supplied) or DV interface Cable (i.LINK).

CStart up the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie

Messenger.

While PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger is running, do not perform the following operations...

The PC system may become unstable.

• Change the screen area or color pallet in the Display Properties window.

• Turn the Palmcorder power switch ON or OFF while connecting the Palmcorder to your PC using the USB Cable or DV Interface Cable (i.LINK).

• Change the Palmcorder mode (VCR/CAMERA). *Close the application before changing the Palmcorder power switch.

• Connect/disconnect the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK).

• Connect/disconnect the USB Cable.

How to remove the USB Cable or DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)

AClose the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie

Messenger.

BRemove the USB Cable or DV

Interface Cable (i.LINK) from the Palmcorder.

CSet Palmcorder POWER to OFF.

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Transferring Your Images

Using Tape Image Data (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger) (USB)

By connecting the Palmcorder and PC with the USB Cable, you can transfer Motion images and Still images saved on the DV Tape directly to your PC.

3STILL

CAPTURE

3MOVIE

CAPTURE

2PLAY Button

To capture Still images

3Click on [STILL CAPTURE] at the point

you wish to capture an image.

• Repeat step 3 to continue capturing images.

• Captured Still images are saved to the PC, and you can playback the saved images on the Image Browser. (See page 59.)

Before you begin

• Insert a recorded tape. (See page 9.)

• Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 54.)

• Turn your PC on. (See page 54.)

• Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR.

1Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to

run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger.

Note

• When the USB Cable is connected, the input display will automatically become USB. If it is not USB, please confirm the connection. Then, close and restart the software.

2Click (PLAY) on PC screen to

playback the DV tape.

• The playback screen cannot be viewed on the PC. Please use the LCD monitor on the Palmcorder for confirmation.

To capture Motion images

3Click on [MOVIE CAPTURE] at the start

point you wish to capture a Motion image.

4Click [MOVIE CAPTURE] or [STOP] to

end capture.

• “Now Searching” is displayed.

• The DV Tape is rewound to the point at which the capture was started. The Motion image is then transferred to the PC.

• “Data transfer is now in progress” is displayed on the PC screen.

• The maximum capture time is approx. 30 seconds. Capture stops automatically at the end of 30 seconds.

Note

• Motion images cannot be captured if data contains the following...

• A change between 12 bit and 16 bit.

• A change between SP and LP mode.

• During transfer to the PC, the Motion images will not be displayed on the PC screen.

• Transfer takes from about 30 to 50 seconds for every 1 second of the Motion image.

5To capture other Motion images, repeat

steps 3~4.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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Transferring Your Images

Playing back the saved Motion and Still images (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger)

You can playback the saved Motion images and Still images (see page 58) for confirmation.

1Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to

run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger.

2Click [IMAGE BROWSER] to display

the Image Browser screen.

To view Motion images

3Click on [Movies].

• The first part of each Motion image will be displayed as a list.

2IMAGE BROWSER

3Pictures

3Movies

4Double click on the desired Motion

image to display the playback screen.

• Click to start Motion image playback.

To view Still images

3Click on [Pictures] to display the Still

image list.

4Double Click on the desired image to

open it.

Note

• If the image cannot be opened, please refer to the software Help menu.

Special Features

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Transferring Your Images

To select the e-mail Software (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger

You can transfer and compress your Motion images and Still images as attachments to your e-mail easily.

Note

The e-mail Software must support MAPI (Messaging Application Programming Interface). Below are some e-mail Software which support MAPI: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express, Netscape Messenger:

• Outlook(R) Express 5x, Outlook97, Outlook98

• Outlook Express 4x

• Othere MAPI applications [Netscape(R) Messenger 4.5x and so on]

Before you begin

• Insert a recorded tape. (See page 9.)

• Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 54.)

• Turn your PC on. (See page 54.)

• Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR.

1Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to

run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger. (See Note below.)

2Click [IMAGE BROWSER] to display

the Image Browser screen.

3Select “E-mail Settings” from

“Settings”.

4Select the e-mail software you are

using, then click [OK].

Note

• If the e-mail software does not support MAPI, clicking on [E-mail] of Movie Messenger will not automatically run

2IMAGE BROWSER

the e-mail software. Please run the e-mail software before doing step 1 above.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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Transferring Your Images

Attaching captured Motion and Still images to your e-mail

2IMAGE BROWSER

4Compress

4E-mail

Before you begin

• Insert a recorded tape. (See page 9.)

• Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 54.)

• Turn your PC on. (See page 54.)

• Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR.

1Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to

run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger.

2Click [IMAGE BROWSER] to display

the Image Browser screen.

Attaching Motion images to e-mail

3Click on [Movies] to display a Motion

image list.

4Select the Motion image to be

attached, then click on [Compress].

• Follow the menu to perform the compression settings.

5Clicking on [Compress] will compress

the selected image.

• “Successfully Done” is displayed on the PC screen.

• Click [Play] to open the Movie Messenger Player screen. You can confirm the compressed Motion image by clicking on [Play].

6Clicking on [E-Mail] will automatically

attach the compressed Motion image to your e-mail. (See Note below.)

• When the recipient opens the file you sent, this Movie Messenger Player screen appears. By clicking [Play], they can view the Motion Image.

Special Features

5Compress

Attaching Still images to e-mail

5Play

6E-Mail

3Click on [Pictures] to display the Still

image list.

4Select the image to be attached, then

click on [E-mail].

• The e-mail software will be run automatically and the selected image will be attached to the e-mail. (See Note right.)

Movie Messenger Player screen

Note

• Movie Messenger Player works with Windows 95, 98, or Me only.

• If your e-mail software is not supported by MAPI, pressing the [E-Mail] button will automatically open the folder containing the compressed file. To attach, drag and drop the file into your e-mail.

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Transferring Your Images (i.LINK)

PC Connection with DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)

A live image can be transferred directly to your PC (Personal Computer) via a DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (not supplied) using products and software from a number of editing software companies including Digital Origin, Canopus, and Pinnacle.

Using Products from these companies allows you to capture and edit live images onto your PC using the DV interface (i.LINK).

For more detailed information regarding editing software products from these companies, please visit their websites at:

www.digitalorigin.com www.justedit.com www.pinnaclesys.com

PC Connector

DV Input/Output (i.LINK “

DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)

Note

• PC must be equipped with an i.LINK terminal.

• During Palmcorder playback, do not disconnect the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) or turn the Palmcorder off as this may cause PC hang-up error to occur.

• For PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger, do not use 2 i.LINK terminals on your PC at the same time.

• PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger i.LINK (DV) operates normally with Windows 98SE or later operating system.

• PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger i.LINK connection may not work with some DV Interface boards. In this case, use the software included with the board.

• 1394 (i.LINK) interface must conform to OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface Specification).

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

(6-to-4 pin) (not supplied)

Connector

”)

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Transferring Your Images (i.LINK)

Using Tape Image Data (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger)

By connecting the Palmcorder and PC with the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK), you can transfer Motion images and still images saved on the DV Tape directly to your PC.

Note

• If PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger does not work, please refer to page 62.

3STILL

CAPTURE

3MOVIE

2PLAY Button

CAPTURE

Before you begin

• Insert a recorded Tape. (See page 9.)

• Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 62.)

• Turn your PC on.

• Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR.

• Run the Software after the DV

Interface Cable (i.LINK) has been connected to the Palmcorder.

1Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to

run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger.

Note

• When the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) is connected, the input display will automatically become DV. If it is not DV, please confirm the connection. Then, close and restart the software.

2Click PLAY button on PC screen to

playback the DV tape.

• Please use the LCD monitor on the Palmcorder or PC screen for confirmation.

To capture Motion images

3Click on [MOVIE CAPTURE] at the

point you wish to capture a Motion image. Click on [STOP] to end capture.

• The image is recorded to the PC in real time.

• The maximum capture time is approx. 3 minutes.

• When capturing data containing changes between 12 bit and 16 bit and/or between SP and LP mode, a separate file will be made for each mode.

• Please refer to pages 59~61 for other functions.

Special Features

To capture Still images

3Click on [STILL CAPTURE] at the point

you wish to capture an image.

• Repeat step 3 to continue capturing images.

• Captured Still images are saved to the PC, and you can playback the saved images on the Image Browser.

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Palmcorder Accessory System

Accessory #

PV-DAC11

CGR-D08A/1B (Replaces CGRD120A/1B)

CGR-D16A (Replaces CGRD220A/1B)

CGP-D28A1B

CGR-D53A/1K (Replaces CGRD815A/1B)

PV-DDC9

PV-DLT9

PV-DRC9

Figure

Description

AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable

800mAH / 1 h 30 min, Battery Pack

1600mAH / 3 h, Battery Pack

2800mAH/ 5 h, Battery Pack

5300mAH / 9 h, Battery Pack

DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin)

Color Enhancement Light

IR Remote Control

Price

$120.00

$69.95

$99.95

$129.95

$229.95

$55.00

$39.95

$29.95

PV-H150

PR-SD064 PR-SD032 PR-SD016

BN-SDCAPU/1B

BN-SDABPU/1B

Carrying Case

64 MB SD Memory Card 32 MB SD Memory Card 16 MB SD Memory Card

SD USB Reader/Writer (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

SD PCMCIA Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

$49.95

$179.95 $119.95 $79.95

$79.95

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Palmcorder Accessory System

Concerning the MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card

MultiMediaCard

The MultiMediaCard is a compact, lightweight and removable external memory card. A great many fun-filed titles (preset titles) have been recorded on the supplied MultiMediaCard. These preset titles will also be erased when the Card is formatted.

SD Memory Card

The SD Memory Card (optional), which is the same size as the MultiMediaCard, is an external memory card with an even bigger memory capacity. It has a write protect switch to prevent the data writing and card formatting, and it comes with a copyright protection function that complies with the SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative) standard. Music play is possible only with an SD Memory Card.

• SD Logo is a trademark.

• Portions of this product are protected under copyright law and are provided under license by ARIS/SOLANA/4C.

For Your Information

Page 66

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

Please photocopy this form when placing an order.

1. Palmcorder Model #

2. Items Ordered QuantityAccessory # Price EachDescription

Subtotal

Your State & Local Sales Tax

Shipping & Handling

Total Enclosed

3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature

Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES

(Please do not send cash)

4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)

Ship To: Mr. Mrs. Ms.

First Last

Street Address

City State Zip

Phone #: Day ( )

Night ( )

Total Price

6.95

TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF

VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER

CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368

[6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME]

MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE

20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

THE FOLLOWING:

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Notes On Operations

Cleaning EVF (Electronic Viewfinder)

[ PV-DV401 ][ PV-DV201 ]

1Slide the Viewfinder backward to its fully

expanded position and then tilt it upward.

2Remove the 2 screws from the EVF Eyepiece

with a screwdriver (+).

1 Turn the Eyepiece

counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn.

2 Pull the Eyepiece free.

Remove any lint or dust particles with a soft, clean cloth being careful not to scratch the glass surfaces.

3 To re-install the Eyepiece

Line up the marks on the Eyepiece with the grooves inside the EVF shaft and attach. Turn it clockwise 1/8 of a turn to lock in place.

3Turn the Eyepiece counterclockwise 1/8 of a

turn.

4Pull the Eyepiece free. Remove any lint or dust

particles with a soft clean cloth being careful not to scratch the glass surfaces.

5To re-install the Eyepiece

Line up the marks on the Eyepiece with the grooves inside the EVF shaft and attach. Turn it clockwise 1/8 of a turn to lock in place.

6Replace the EVF Eyepiece screws and tighten

with a screwdriver.

• If you lose an EVF Eyepiece screw, order Part No.XQN2+BJ5FXK.

Approximate Brightness Values

Your Palmcorder has been designed for normal scene illumination of 150 footcandles (1500 lx). However, the Palmcorder may be used at F1:1.6, if illumination is more than

0.5 footcandles (5 lx). The table below shows the color temperature for reference.

PALMCORDER SETTINGS

(Amber Filter Range)

- - - - - - - - - - - - -

“OUTDOOR”

- - -

“AUTO”

CONDITIONS

• Fair weather, blue sky

• Slightly cloudy sky

• Cloudy or rainy sky

• Sunlight in clear weather at midday

• Average sunlight in clear weather

• Sunlight 2 hours after sunrise and before sunset

• Sunlight 40 min. after sunrise

and before sunset

• Sunlight 30 min. after sunrise

and before sunset

• Sunlight 20 min. after sunrise

and before sunset

KELVIN COLOR TEMPERATURE

— 10,000

— 8,000 — 7,000

— 6,500 — 6,000

— 5,500 — 5,000

— 4,500 — 4,000 — 3,500

— 3,200

— 2,800

— 2,000

ARTIFICIAL LIGHT SOURCENATURAL LIGHT

• Color television

• Fluorescent lamp (Daylight)

• Camera flash bulb

• Blue lamp for photography

• Fluorescent lamp (White)

• Normal flash bulb

• Fluorescent lamp (Off-white)

• Tungsten lamp for photography

• Halogen lamp

• Iodine lamp

• Tungsten lamp

• Acetylene lamp

• Kerosene lamp

• Candlelight

COLOR TINT MIXTURE

Bluish

Whitish

Yellowish

Reddish

For Your Information

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Specifications

Power Source: Palmcorder: 7.2 V DC (Battery)

AC Adaptor: 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Battery: Lithium-Ion Type DC 7.2 V

Power Consumption: Palmcorder: 7.2 V DC 6.5 W (Max. 9.5 W)

AC Adaptor: 18 W

Digital Interface USB/i.Link (IEEE1394) Video Signal: EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads. helical scanning system Audio: 12 bit (32 kHz) 4 tracks

16 bit (48 kHz) 2 tracks

Pick-Up System and Device: One integral color filter Charge Coupled Device (CCD) Lens: 20:1 zoom lens, F1:1.6 with auto iris control

Focal length: 3.6 mm - 72 mm Power zoom function Lens filter diameter: 43 mm

Viewfinder: 0.4 inch (10.2 mm) Electronic Viewfinder (PV-DV201)

0.44 inch (12.7 mm) Liquid Crystal Electronic Viewfinder (PV-DV401)

LCD Monitor: 2.5 inch (63.5 mm) Liquid Crystal Display (PV-DV201)

3.0 inch (76.2mm) Liquid Crystal Display (PV-DV401)

Minimum Illumination Required: 5 lx (F1:1.6) 0.5 footcandles

0 lx (MAGICVU/0LUX ON) (PV-DV401 only)

Image Storage (supplied 320 x 240 pixels (NORMAL mode) 8 MB MultiMediaCard) 640 x 480 pixels (FINE mode)

Approx. 240 images (NORMAL mode) Approx. 60 images (FINE mode)

Image Format JPEG (Design Rule for Camera File System) Operating Temperature: 32 °F~104 °F (0 °C~40 °C) Operating Humidity: 10 %~75 % Weight: Palmcorder:

(PV-DV201) 1.50 Ibs. (PV-DV401) 1.45 Ibs.

AC Adaptor: 0.35 Ibs.

Dimensions: Palmcorder:

(PV-DV201) 3-3/8 (W) x 4-1/4 (H) x 7-1/2 (D) inch (PV-DV401) 3-3/8 (W) x 4-1/4 (H) x 6-1/2 (D) inch

AC Adaptor:

7.8 V DC (AC Adaptor)

1 W (when not in use.)

0.68 kg

0.66 kg

0.16 kg

85 (W) x 107.5 (H) x 191 (D) mm 85 (W) x 107.5 (H) x 166 (D) mm

2-3/4 (W) x 1-3/4 (H) x 4-1/2 (D) inch 70 (W) x 45 (H) x 115 (D) mm

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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Before Requesting Service

Cleaning Care for Video Heads

(a) Video Head Cleaning: Normally, your Palmcorder will not

require head cleaning. However, it is possible that the heads may become clogged due to dust in the air, playing damaged tapes, long term use, etc. If “NEED HEAD CLEANING” appears for 5 seconds in the EVF or LCD monitor, the heads may require cleaning.

Clogged Video Head

(b) Cleaning the Heads: It is recommended that head cleaning

be performed by a qualified service technician. Please contact your nearest Panasonic Servicenter. An alternate solution is to obtain a head cleaning cassette. Please use Panasonic cleaning cassette (AY-DVMCL). Be sure to follow the cleaning instructions carefully. Excessive use of the head cleaning cassette could shorten video head life. Use this cassette only when a head clogging symptoms occur.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Tape Operations Caution

• When you go from function to function (PLAY, FF, REW etc.), please note that the unit will not accept a new function operation until the previous operation is complete.

• The POWER Button and all function buttons, (PLAY, FF, REW, etc.) are only operational after the tape has been completely loaded.

Lens Hood Area Operation Caution

When the following accessories are attached and the zoom is set to maximum wide angle, the four corners of the sceen may appear darker:

• Wide or Telephoto conversion lens (optional).

• A filter (optional), etc. and then the lens hood.

• Two filters (optional).

Self Diagnostic System

If any of the following numbers appear on-screen, the Palmcorder may need service. Do not remove the battery (if attached) and write down the displayed number on page 71. Then, take the Palmcorder to a servicenter for repair.

Error No. U11 U12 U13 U14 U15 U16 U17 U30

Description

Card Error Card Error Card Error Card/Palmcorder Dialogue Error No Card Memory Captured image limit exceeded Captured image limit exceeded Error other than above

For Your Information

Page 70

Before Requesting Service

If you have a problem with your Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for symptoms and corrections.

Symptom

No picture in the EVF or LCD Monitor...

Video cassette cannot be inserted...

Video cassette cannot be removed... No operation starts when operation

buttons are pressed... Recording cannot be done...

Auto Focus does not operate...

Sound from microphone cannot be monitored...

Sound cannot be heard...

Correction

• Make sure the Power Source is connected. (pp. 11, 12)

• Make sure the POWER switch is set to VCR or CAMERA. (pp. 22, 27)

• Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 21)

• Make sure the Battery is fully charged. (p. 11)

• Make sure all necessary cables are connected correctly and firmly. (p. 12)

• Make sure the Lens Cap is removed. (p. 22)

• Make sure the Power Source is connected. (pp. 11, 12)

• Insert the cassette record tab up, window side facing out. (p. 9)

• Make sure the Power source is connected. (pp. 11, 12)

• Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 21)

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

• Check the Battery Indication. (p. 19)

• Make sure FOCUS is set to AUTO. (p. 47)

• Make sure the unit is ON and set to CAMERA mode. (p. 22)

• Make sure the unit is set to REC or REC/ PAUSE mode.

• Make sure the Audio on the VCR MENU is set to ST1. (pp. 17, 50)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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Request for Service Notice

Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice.

In the unlikely event this product needs

service.

Request for Service Notice:

Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:

Panasonic Services Company

1705 N. Randall Road

Elgin, IL. 60123-7847

Attn: Camcorder Repair

Please write the displayed Self Diagnostic number here. (See page 69.)

• Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to due so will delay your repair.)

• To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting.

For Your Information

Page 72

Index of Controls

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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For Your Information

Page 74

Index of Controls

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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Index of Controls

Color Enhancement Light (Optional)

LIGHT RELEASE Button

See page 7.

Remote Control (Optional)

DATE/TIME Button

See pages 20, 25.

DISPLAY ON TV Button

See pages 25, 31.

A.DUB Button

See pages 25, 49.

COUNTER/TC Button

See pages 19, 25.

RESET Button

See pages 25, 50.

REWIND/SEARCH Button

See pages 25, 28.

MENU Button

See pages 13, 14, 50.

REVERSE SLOW/ F. ADV Button

See pages 25, 28, 29.

REVERSE INDEX SEARCH Button

See pages 25, 30, 41.

STOP Button

See pages 25, 27.

SET Button

See pages 13, 14, 25.

DISPLAY

ON TV

COUNTER /

RESET

PHOTO

DATE /

SHOT

TIME

A.DUB

REC

REW / PLAY

SLOW /

PAUSE /

F.A DV

SEL

STOP /

INDEX

SET

CAMCORDER

CAMERA

PAUSE

FF /

SLOW /

INDEX

REC /

F.A DV

LIGHT Button

See page 7.

PHOTOSHOT Button

See pages 25, 41.

REC/PAUSE Button

See pages 22, 25.

POWER ZOOM Switch

See pages 22, 25.

SPKR VOL +/–

See pages 25, 27.

VIDEO REC Button

- SPKR VOL +

See pages 25, 52.

FAST FORWARD/ SEARCH Button

See pages 25, 28.

PLAY Button

See pages 25, 27, 52.

FORWARD SLOW/ F. ADV Button

For Your Information

See pages 25, 28, 29.

FORWARD INDEX SEARCH Button

See pages 25, 30, 41.

PAUSE Button

See pages 25, 28, 52.

SEL Button

See pages 13, 14, 25.

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Limited Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America, One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

PANASONIC Video Products

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the Warrantor”) will repair this product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, in the USA or Puerto Rico, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows (all time periods commence from the date of the original purchase):

PRODUCT

CAMCORDER

VCR A/V MIXER MONITOR-

VCR Combination

Batteries (if included) - New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten (10) days. Non-rechargeable batteries are not warranted.

Tape (if included) - New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for five (5) days. In-home, carry-in or mail-in service, as applicable, in the USA can be obtained during the warranty period by

contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Service Directory. Or call toll free contact number listed above, to locate an authorized PASC Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the original purchase is requires before warranty service is rendered.

This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal maintenance, including, but not limited to, video and audio head cleaning. The warranty does not cover damage which occurs in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper antenna, inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper operation, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS There are no express warranties except as listed above. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO RECORDING MEDIA) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCTS, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THE WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the Consumer Affairs Department at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company address above.

SERVICE CALLS WHICH DO NOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP AS DETERMINED BY THE WARRANTOR, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, ARE NOT COVERED. COSTS OF SUCH SERVICE CALLS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER. warvid 8/8/2000

PARTS

ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CCD IMAGE SENSOR

CCD IMAGE SENSOR

- SIX (6) MONTHS ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CRT

CRT - TWO (2) YEARS

Limited Warranty

LABOR

NINETY (90) DAYS NINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYS NINETY (90) DAYS NINETY (90) DAYS

CRT - NINETY (90) DAYS

SERVICE

Carry-In or Mail In

Carry-In or Mail In Carry-In or Mail In Carry-In: 21” CRT

and Smaller In-home or carry-in:

22” CRT and Larger

CONTACT NUMBER

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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Servicenter List

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquires please contact:

1-800-211-PANA(7262), Monday-Friday 9am-9pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-7am, EST.

or send e-mail : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.

Accessory Purchases:

1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) (Visa, Master Card, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

Product Repairs

MAIL TO :

Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elgin centralized repair Factory Servicenter. While there will be added handling delays, you may bring your unit to one of the following locations who will then forward the unit to Elgin for repair. Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”).

Centralized Factory Servicenter

Panasonic Services Company

1705 N. Randall Road,

Elgin, IL 60123-7847

Attention: Digital Camera Repair

Factory Service Center Locations

CALIFORNIA

6550 Katella Avenue Cypress, CA 90630

800 Dubuque Avenue S. San Francisco, CA 94080

3878 Ruffin Road Suite A San Diego, CA 92123

COLORADO

1640 South Abilene Street Suite D Aurora, CO 80012

FLORIDA

3700 North 29th Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood, FL 33020

GEORGIA

8655 Roswell Road Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30350

ILLINOIS

9060 Golf Road Niles, IL 60714

1703 North Randall Road Elgin, IL 60123 (Pick-up / Drop-off only)

MARYLAND

62 Mountain Road Glen Burnie MD 21061

MASSACHUSETTS

60 Glacier Drive, Suite G Westwood, MA 02090

MINNESOTA

7850-12th Avenue South Airport Business Center Bloomington, MN 55425

OHIO

2236 Waycross Road Civic Center Plaza Forest Park, OH 45240

PENNSYLVANIA

2221 Cabot Blvd. West Suite B Langhorne, PA 19047

TEXAS

13615 Welch Road Suite 101 Farmers Branch, TX 75244

WASHINGTON

20425-84th Avenue South Kent, WA 98032

HAWAII

99-859 Iwaiwa Street Aiea, Hawaii 96701 Phone (808) 488-1996 Fax (808) 486-4369

For Your Information

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infanteria. Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910

As of January 2001

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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido

Inserte de la batería

Inserte el Cassette

1Ajuste el interruptor de

alimentación (POWER) a la posición VCR o CAMERA.

VCR OFF

CAMERA

M-CARD

4Presione la marca PUSH TO

CLOSE (EMPUJAR PARA CERRAR) para cerrar la tapa

del compartimiento del cassette.

Antes de comenzar

• Cargue la battería. (Página 11.)

1Deslice el visor hacia atrás, haste la

posición de totalmente extendido, y luego inclínelo hacia arriba.

(PV-DV201: Incline el visor hacia

arriba.)

2Coloque la batería y deslicela hacia abajo

hasata que quede bloqueada con un clic.

2Deslice el interruptor de expulsión

de cinta (TAPE EJECT) para abrir la

tapa del compartimento del cassette.

3Introduzca un cassette con la parte

de la ventana hacia arriba.

• Asegúrese de que la lengüeta de grabación esté cerrada.

Film de protección

Nota

• Retire la película protectora antes de

utilizarlo.

(Página 6.)

Grabación con la cámara

Cuando el monitor LCD se enchuentra totalmente abjerto, el visor se DESACTIVA automàticamente.

180°

90°

Monitor LCD

Visor

3Presione el botón de apertura del LCD

(LCD-OPEN) para des bloquear el monitor LCD. Balancée abriéndolo completamente y ajuste el àngulo.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

2Ajuste el control lde ajuste de

visión según lo desee.

[PV-DV401]

VCR OFF

CAMERA

M-CARD

[PV-DV201]

1Ajuste el interruptor de

alimentación (POWER) a la posición CAMERA.

4Presione el botón de grabación/

pausa (REC/PAUSE) para iniciar la

grabación.

Vuelva a pulsar el botón de grabación/pausa (REC/PAUSE) para

hacer una pausa en la grabación.

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Introducir la Tarjeta de memoria*

*Tarjeta de Memoria: Tarjeta MultiMedia o Tarjeta de Memoria SD (Pàgina 64.)

• Asegúrese de introducir la Tarjeta de memoria antes de utilizar la tarjeta PhotoShot.

(Página 32.)

A continuación se indican una lista de Tarjetas de Memoria soportadas por esta unidad.

Tarjeta de memoria

Tarjeta MultiMedia (LSFT0198A) (suministrado) Tarjeta MultiMedia (Marca de fábrica SanDisk) Tarjeta de Memoria SD (opcional) (Página 64.)

Monitor LCD

180°

90°

2Presione el botón de

apertura del LCD (LCDOPEN) para desbloquear el monitor LCD. Balancée abriéndolo completamente y ajuste el àngulo.

Puerta de M-CARD

3Deslice el CARD EJECT Switch

(interruptor de EJECUCIÓN DE TARJETA)

para abrir la puerta de M-CARD.

4Introducir la Tarjeta de memoria.

5Cierre la puerta de M-CARD.

Antes de comenzar

• Cargue la battería. (Pàgina 11.)

Capacidad

8 MB 8 MB, 16 MB 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB

Botón para interrumpir el cambio al M-CARD

1Ajuste el interruptor

VCR OFF

CAMERA

M-CARD

de alimentación (POWER) a la posición OFF.

Para ver la reproducción en el LCD (pantalla de visualización de cristal líquido)

Cuando el monitor LCD se enchuentra totalmente abierto, el visor se DESACTIVA automáticamente.

Antes de comenzar

• Cargue la battería. (Pàgina 11.)

180°

90°

2Presione el botón de apertura del

LCD (LCD-OPEN) para des bloquear el monitor LCD. Balancée abriéndolo completamente y ajuste el ángulo.

5Presione el botón

de parada (STOP)

para detener la reproducción.

1Ajuste el

VCR OFF

CAMERA

M-CARD

interruptor de alimentación (POWER) a la posición VCR.

3Presione el botón de

rebobinado (REW) para

rebobinar la cinta.

4Presione el botón de

reproducción (PLAY)

para reproducir la cinta.

For Your Information

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Index

AC Adaptor 6, 11, 12, 64 Accessories (Optional) 64 Accessories (Supplied) 6 A/V Cable 6, 31, 51 Audio/Video Fade In/Out 48 Auto Focus 47

Backlight 47 Battery Pack 6, 9, 11, 64 Battery Remaining Indication 19 Battery Warning 21 Before Requesting Service 69, 70 Blank Search 25

CARD EJECT Switch 10 Camera Recording 22, 23, 24, 25 Cleaning Care for Video Heads 70 Clock Battery 21 Clock Set 13 Color Enhancement Light 7, 64 Copying from Digital Equipment 52 Copying your Tapes 51

Date and Time Indication 20 DC Power Cable 6, 12, 64 DEW Indication 21 Digital E.I.S. 39 Digital Functions 44 Digital PhotoShot 41 Digital Video Cassette Tape 6 Digital Zoom 40 Dubbing over Audio (Microphone) 49, 50 DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) 52, 62, 64

Edit Search 24 Erase Protection Tab 6 EVF/LCD Monitor Indications 19, 20, 21

Hand Strap 8 High Speed Shutter 48

Jog Search 29

Lens Cap 6, 8, 22 Limited Warranty 76

Macro Focus 47 MAGICVU/0LUX Switch 42 Manual Focus 47 Memory Counter 19 MENU OSD 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Memory Card 6, 10, 64 M-CARD Door 10

PC Cable 6, 54 PC Connection 54, 62 Picture in Picture (PinP) 45 PLAY Indicator 20 Playback 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 Power Supply 11, 12 Program AE 43

REC Indicator 20 Recording Still Pictures 42 Remote Control 25, 26, 64 Request for Service Notice 70

Safety Precautions 2 Servicenter List 77 Set the Date and Time 13 Shoulder Strap 6, 8 Special Effects Playback 28, 29, 30 Specifications 67 STILL Picture 28 Strobe Multi Mode 46

Tape Remaining Indications 19 Tape Speed 6 Tape Warning 21

VHF Connecting Cable 51 Volume Display 27

White Balance 42

Zoom In/Out 40

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e -mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”), Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Printed in Japan

LSQT0364A

S1200A0

Panasonic PV-DV20 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Things You Should Know

Important Safeguards

Precautions

Table of Contents

Bef ore Using

Quick Guide

Supplying Power

Setting the Clock

Using the Palmcorder Menu

MENU OSD

Remote Control (Optional)

Card Features

Digital Zoom

White Balance

Recording Still Pictures

MAGICVU/0LUX (PV-DV401 only)

Picture in Picture (PinP)

Strobe Multi Mode

Backlight

High Speed Shutter

Audio/Video Fade In/Out

Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in Microphone

Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette

Transferring Your Images

Transferring Your Images (i.LINK)

Palmcorder Accessory System

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

Notes On Operations

Specifications

Before Requesting Service

Request for Service Notice

Index of Controls

Limited Warranty

Servicenter List

Index