Panasonic PV-DV20 User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Models No. PV-DV201/

PV-DV401

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[ PV-DV401 shown ]

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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 : [e-mail]

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Things You Should Know

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

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mark be used.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

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

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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.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or
send e -mail to : [e-mail]

Important Safeguards

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

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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

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

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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For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or
send e -mail to : [e-mail]

Before Using

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

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.

2

3

1

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)

1

R

O

2

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.

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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.

2

3

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Insert the Battery Pack

Quick Guide

Quick Guide

Before you begin

• Charge the Battery. (See page 11.)

Getting Started

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.

2

1Slide the Viewfinder backward to its

1

4

3

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.

OR

[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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send e -mail to : [e-mail]

Supplying Power

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

Getting Started

Insert the Battery Pack

2
1

3

4

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.

1

2

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Supplying Power

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

1

2

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)

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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

1

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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For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or
send e -mail to : [e-mail]

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

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

Getting Started

1MENU

Button

2, 3, 4JOG KEY

EXAMPLE:

YEAR

MONTH

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

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

1

2

3
4

5
6
7
8
9

10

MENU OSD

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.

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Getting Started

Getting Started

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

Getting Started

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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

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

Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications

i

g
h

Volume Display (See page 27.)

g

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

Date and Time Indication

h

(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

i

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

WIND-CUT indication

j

(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

k

l

m

n

o

p q r

s

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.

Getting Started

Getting Started

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Camera Recording

Camera Recording

Using the LCD Monitor

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

1LCD-OPEN

Button

180°

90°

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

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

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

SEARCH

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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

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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