Panasonic PV-DV203 Owner’s Manual

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Panasonic

Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Model No. PV-DV203

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guia para rdpida consulta en espafiol estd incluida.

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Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the

information below. The serial number is on the tag )ocated on the underside of your

Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Palmeorder information

SOUrCe,

Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No, Model No,

Serial No,

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Your M_oj]_,Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long (LP) mode.

It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in VCR machines with the M,_,l]_-vmark be used.

voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.

Theretore, {tis da_gereus te make any kind o#contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and

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

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

Model Number : PV-DV203

Trade Name : Panasonic

Responsibility Party : Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number : t-800-21f-PANA(7262)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sub ect to the fo owing two cond lions: (1) Th s dev ce may not cause harmfu nterference, 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 dees cause interferenCe to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location and/or utilize an electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver.

If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You may find the booklet, Something About interference available from FCC local regional offices

helpful.

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

interface cable when connecting digital video camcorder to computer in

accordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.

Declaration of Conformity

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. Cleantilg -- 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-- DOnot 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 ensu re 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 builtdn 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 ptug (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. Ifthe plug still falls 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 fg into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature.

If you are unable to inserf 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 I 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 lead4n 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

W_RE

NEC NATIOt_AL ELECTRICAL COaE (NEC ART 255 _'AaT H)

14. Lightning -- For added protection of this video unit receiver during a ligbfning 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.

t 5. Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should

not be Iocated in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuifs, 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 qualttied service personnel.

19. Damage Requiring Service -- Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under the folIowthg conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

USE & LOCATION

• TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. DO

not connect the power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been designed for

outdoor use, however, it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the interna! parts of your

Palmcorder. DO not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Palmcorder from the power supply before cleaning.

• DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

• DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE

DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF

• DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, direct sunlight,

inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanentty 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 ... DOnot touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Palmcorder

lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Before handling your Palmcorder, make sure your hands

and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects have

fallen onto, the video unit. c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the video unit does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only

those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other

controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation.

e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet

has been damaged.

f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in

performance -- this indicates a need for service.

20. RepIacement Parts -- When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

21. Safety Check-- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to

perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order.

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

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

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

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

• Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion .................................................................................... 7

Quick Guide ................................................................................................................... 12

Supplying Power ........................................................................................................... 15

Setting the Clock ........................................................................................................... 17

Using the Palmcorder Menu ......................................................................................... 18

Camera Recording ........................................................................................................ 19

: Simple Recording .................................................................................................. 19

Digital PhotoShot TM Mode ..................................................................................... 21

• Zoom ..................................................................................................................... 22

Special Effect Features ................................................................................................ 24

Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................ 28

Playback Your Recordings ........................................................................................... 32

Special Effect Features ................................................................................................ 34

D_j_ltital Features ................................................................................................................ 40

ing Features ............................................................................................................... 45

Card Features ................................................................................................................... 49

PC Connection

• TransferringYourImages (Windows) ........................................................................ 56

• PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie MessengerTM System ..................................................... 60

• TransferringYour Images (i.LINK) (Windows) ........................................................... 72

• PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie MessengerTM System (i.LINK) ....................................... 73

Palmeorder USB Device Driver/SDDrive ................................................................. 75

• Palmeorder File Converter ........................................................................................ 78

• Web Camera (For Windows XP users/For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 users) ........... 80

• Warning Indications .................................................................................................. 89

PC Connection

• Transferring Your Images IMacintosh! ...................................................................... 90

Palmcorder Accessory System ................................................................................... 92

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ............................................................................ 93

Notes On Operations .................................................................................................... 94

Specifications ................................................................................................................ 97

Before Requesting Service .......................................................................................... 98

On-Screen Displays (OSD) ......................................................................................... 100

Request for Service Notice ........................................................................................ 101

Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... 102

Customer Services Directory .................................................................................... 103

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia Para Uso Rdpido ................................................... 104

MENU OSD ................................................................................................................... 108

Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ....................................................... 113

Index of Controls ......................................................................................................... 117

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

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1pc.ACAdaptor(PV-DACll) 1 pc. 8 MB Memory Card with AC Cable and DC Cable (RP-SD008BMK0)

1 pc. AN Cable (LSJA0280)

1 pc. Lens Cap (LSYF0535)

with Lens Cap Strap

1 pc. Battery Pack (CGR-D08/CGR-D08R)

1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0016)

(LSGQ0066)

1 pc. USB Cable (K1HA05CD0001)

1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery (installed in Pa_mcorder)

1 pc. CD-ROM of Driver Software for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP and Macintosh; US8 Device Driver for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/ XP; PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger TMSystem for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP; Built-in SD Drive for Macintosh (LSFT0527)

Microso_& Windows÷and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States end other countries.

Macintosh, iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Macintosh, Power Mac, and Mac are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. InteP Pentium _ is a registered trademark, i.LINK is a trademark,

PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Mevie Messenger rM System is a registered trademark. IBM is a registered trademark of iBM Company.

MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark. SD is a trademark.

Use only those tapes having the M1} _ logo indicating the 6.35 mm digital

standard.

AY-DVM30EJ 30 minutes AY-DVM60EJ 60 minutes

AY-DVM80EJ 80 minutes

minutes

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

erased.

To prevent accidental erasure:

Slide the tab to the left (open).

record tab

To record again:

Slide the tab to theright (close).

• If the Palmcorder is connected to a power Source, the cassette can be inserted and

eiected without turning the Palmcerder on.

1TAPEEJECT 3PUSH

_Cempartment

Cover

Before you begin

" Connec't the Patmcorder to a power

(pp. 15, 16)

Slide TAPE EJECT to open the

Cassette Compartment Cover.

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

Press PUSH CLOSE _oclose the Cassette Compartment Cover.

• When inserting the cassette, make sure it

is facin 9 the right direction and then push

it in completely.

• if Hand Strap is tight it may prevent

Cassette Holder from fullyopeningfor

Cassette insert or eiect. Loosen Hand

Strop if necessary.

Undo the two strap ends from their buckles.

2 Thread the strap end _Z

through the Strap

Attae.,hment Rings.

• Tilt Viewfinder upward.

Reinsert the strap ends through

their buckles.

• Make sure the straps are nottwisted.

Loosen the strap from the Buckle and create & loop.

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

strap, tO

oTO remove the cassette,..

Slide TAPE EJECT to open the C_.asette Compartment Cover and pull the cassette tape stm)ght out.

Ad}ust the length ofthe Har_dStrap _.othe size ofyour hand as illustrated.

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Attaching the Lens Cap Strap; Thread the Lens Cap Strap through the _

Strap Attachment Ring as shown.

Attaching the Lens Cap Strap to the Hand Strap:

Remove the Hand Strap from the front clasp and thread the Strap through the loop in the Lens Cap Strop. Fteattach the Hand S_rap.

TO brighton the natural colors in a scene.

GAIN UP works together with the LED Light

to enhance the light's brightness.

i ffa"ta

• Use LED Light for re_ording subjects

1.5 m (4.9 feet) away or closer.

• In the M-CARD mode, the GAIN UP mode cannot be set.

LED Light ON

GAIN UP ON

Press LIGHT

LED Light ON

GAIN UP OFF

Press LIGHT

-Before you begin

, Connect the Pe,lmcorder to a power /

source. (pp. 15, 16) /

• Set POWER to CAMERA or M-CARD._

Press LIGHT. (Mode_]_)

• LED Light and GAIN UP turn ON.

• GAIN UF' ON will be bdghter than when oniy LED Light is ON, however, ghost images will appear.

Press LIGHT. (ModeO)

• GAIN UP turns OFF.

• To eliminate ghost images, use this mode.

Press LIGHT

LED Light OFF

GAiN UP OFF

Light

3LIGHT

-in LED

Press LIGHT. (ModeO)

• LED Lightturns OFF. Pressing LIGHT again returns to _]_.

• Using Light reduces battery time.

• Set LIGHT to OFF when not in use.

• Do not I_ok directly into the light.

• If the LED Light is used with a Conversion Lens attached, a slight vignot_ing (darkening around edges)effect occurs

on the screen.

• Using MagicPi× at the same time wJlJ make conditions even brighter. (p. 41)

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You can operate the major functions of your Palmeorder from up to approximately 5 m

(t6 feet) away (indoors). Aim the IR Remote Control toward the front of the Palmcorder and press the desired bu4tons (Remote Sensor is located under the ions).

To operate Camera functions: Set POWER to CAMERA.

To operate VCR functions:

Remote Sensor

(_onJtrolled Functions

- ReclPause (p. 19)

• Tale (Zoom) (p. 22)

• Wide (Zoom) (p. 22) DateYTime (p. 113)

Reset (p. 46)

: PhotoShot (p. 21)

Display On TV (p. 39)

, Co_nterTFime Code (p.

• Audio Dubbing (p. 45)

• Record (p. 48)

• Menu (pp. t8, 46)

• Play (pp. 32, 48)

114)

Set POWER to VCR.

• FF/Seareh (p. 34) : REW/Seareh (p. 34)

• Pause/So]oct (p, 36}

• Stop/Set (pp. 17, 18, 32, 48) SlowfFrame Ac_vance (Forward)

• (pp. as, 36) S}owjFrame Advance {Backward)

(pp. 38, 36)

: Index Search (Forward) (p. 37}

• Index Search (6ackward) (p. 37) Speaker Volume (p. 33}

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Insert a slender pointed object, such as the tip of a bal{-

point pen into the s!et so that it fits into the hole (as shown A). Then, while sliding to the dght, pull the Battery Tray out with your fingernail.

Insert the battery into the Battery Tray with the @_mark facing down,

Do net reverse the polarity.

Insert the Battery Trey.

l Replace bakery with Panasoni¢ PART NO, VSgW0004 (0R2025)oniy. Use of another |

batt.ery may presen_ a risk of fire or exp!osien. I

CaUtion: BaI_ery me_exptode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery #r0perly. Keep I

away from chi{dren:uo r_otrecharge, disassemble or dispose of in a fire. J

You can c0ntrol any two Panasonic Palmcorders with one Remote Contro_

dOPtioeal), in order for the remote to

istinguish between the two units, it ;s

necessary to set one of the Palmcerders to VCR 2. On the remote, press VCR I or VCR 2 to control the desired P_Imcorder.

2MEN_

For VCR 2: For VCR 1:

Press these 7Press these

same time, same time.

buttons at the

* Whert the PaJmcorder and remote are

net set to the same mode (VCR1 or

VCR2), "CHECK REMOTE MODE

(REMOTE) will appear,

Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA.

• The POWER Lamp lights red_

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

Press MENU to d)sp)ay the VCR or CAMERA mode menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select_

in the CAMERA or VCR mode menu screen, then press JOG KEY to display the OTHER

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select and then press JOG KEY to select VCR 2 (Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111).

Leave the other Palmcerder set to VCR1.

Set the Remote Control to VCR 1 or VCR 2 t_ correspond with the

Pelmcorder you wish to control. (See

above/eft,)

* After repiecing the Remote Control

Battery, the retools will default to VCR 1.

If no operation takes place for apprc_. 10 minutes alter the AC Adaptor was cennectod to the Palmcorder and _he

POWER Switch was turned to CAMERA without inserting a Cassette, _he

Paimeorder is automatieaJ/y se_ to Self Dame mode for introducing its function.

Toturn it off, follow steps 1_4 below.

[ EVF or LCD Monitor ]

_Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power sourCe. (pp. 15, 16)

Set POWER to CAMERA.

2 Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

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

_isplay the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu eeraen.

3_ 4_

JOG KEY

_IMEN

Rotate JOG KEY to select_

_, and press JOG KEY to select OFF.

,, Press MENU to exit.

• If any button is pressed or operated (except PLAY/MULTI and ZOOM), the

Self Demo mode is canceled.

• The Self Demo mode car_ be started by se#Jng DEMO MODE to ON and by exiting the menu.

To turn Self Dame back on:

• Setto DEMO MODE : ON in MENU

screen.

_. Charg peforeyou begin

he Ba_eri.(p. 15)

Insert the Batter,/Pack and stide

it up until it looks with a e{ick.

These Palmeerders are equipped wiIh the Easy Cassette Eject SVstem so it is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when the Palmcorder is on atripod, (p. 7)

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.I Set POWER to VCR or

CAMERA,

SlideTAPE

open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

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

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

Press PUSH CLOSE mark to close the Casset;_e

Compartment Cover,

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

Set POWER to CAMERA.

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

recording.

Adjust the Via)on Adjustment

Control to your eyesight.

LCD Monitor

Use OPEN tab on _nd_rside of the LCD monitor to unlock. SwlrJg it fully

open and adjust the angle,

iBefore you begin

Charge the Battery. (p. 15)

Set POWER to VCR,

Use OPEN tab on unders)de of the LCD monitor to unlock. Swing it fully

open and adjust the angle.

Press

lo rewind the tap_.

PressI_ (PLAY) to start playback.

Press • (STOP) to stop

playback.

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*Memory Card: MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (p. 94)

, Be sure to insert the Memory Card before using Card PhotoShot. (p. 49) Below is a list of memory cards which can be used in this Palmcorder,

f Before you begin

• Charge the Ba_ (p. 15)

SDM__p. 92) J16U& 3_MS,e4MBJ

;D Memory Card write protection switch

A wdte protection switch is located On the SD Memory Card. Sliding the switch to the "LOCK _ position prevents wri_ng on or _rmatting the card.

_Write protection Switch

Open the Card Slot \ _-I Set POWER to OFF. door. \

Insert the Memory Card and gently push in until

you h_ar a click,

TOremove the Memory Card... Press here to eject the card. "1_1

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cropped corner

• When inserting the Memory Card, insert with the cropped corner down as shown in the illustration above.

Close the Card Slot door,

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Connect and plug in the Power Cord

as shown.

• POWER Lamp will light.

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

Attach the Battery as shown to charge.

• CHARGE Lamp lights up. it goes out when charging is complete (approx.

1 hour). Expect approx. 1 hour 50 minutes of operation (using EVF ) when fully charged.

CHARGE Lain 3

About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp

• Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of 10 °C (50 °F) and 30 "C (86 °F).

• If charging is done in extreme low or high temperatures, Battery charge time increases.

CHARGE Lamp flashes when...

• The Battery is being charged, but charging istaking longer than normal

• Charging is not possible. Remove the Battery once, wait a short time, then re-attach it

for charging.

Remove the Battery. Slide the Battery out and then lift up.

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

RELEASE

While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE,

slide the Battery downward and

remove.

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Caut(o_:

• Charge en_y with specified ehar#_r,

• Charge the Battery w_thin an ambient temperature _nge of 10 _C (50 _F) ant' 30 _C (86 _F).

• The Battery may be warm Biter charging or iuet a_tef use. T_ie ie normal,

• Do nat use an insufficiently charged or worn out Battery.

• tf charging is done in extreme tow or high temperatures, Battery charge time ins_ases,

Safety precautions:

• Do not place tt_e Battery near or B_e_x:_seo_ in fire.

• Do not directly c_nneol short circuit the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.

• Never attempt to disassemble or _e_eeemble the l_attery.

To avoid damage to the Battery:

• De not drop et }at 1he _ttery.

• Use the Battery with specified models on_y.

• ffthe 8artery is us_.d in extremeS,, high tem_eratores, a s_iet_, device will automatically

prevent operation.

To ensure longer battery Iffe:

• Wh_le not in u,_e, remove Battery from the

Pa|mc_rde_ end AC Adaptor and atom in a cool, dark, dry pl_ce, Ifyou leave the Battery

in the Palmcorder at on the AC Adapter, the E_tIery will no !o_ger be re_hargeable.

• Keep the _laitery te_ina/s clean,

A lithium io_polymer ba_ery that is recye(ab(epowers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-B-BATTERYfor information on

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

how to recycle this battery.

BATTE _'( RELEASE

Slide the Battery downward while sliding BATTERY RELEASE to

remove the Battery Pack. {p. 15) Insert the DC Cable into the OC IN

Terminal,

Connect the other end of the QC Cable to the AC Adaptor as shown.

Plug in the AC Adaptor.

• The POWER Lamp on the AC Adaptor lights up.

oc ( (Supplied)

POWER

• When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outleL (AC Adaptor consumes 1 W of electdc power when plugged into an AC outlet even when not ;n use.)

OL_tputCor_r_eCtor

The date and time is calculated, including

leap years, up to DEC 31 2089.

1MENI

-- EXAMPLE:

: 2003

_" [[rrrrrrrrrrr_ Push

: JAN

[rrrrrrrrrrrr_ Rotate

: FEB

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-Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16)

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR

Press MENU to display the Camera or VCR mode menu screen.

(p. 18)

Rotate JOG KEY 10select_ _, and then press JOG

KEY 10display the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select_

_, and then press JOG KEY to set to ON. (Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111.)

• The CLOCK SET menu screen is displayed.

Rotate JOG KEY 10select YEAR, then press JOG KEY to fix and move 10the

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

• To make correcttons, Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move back

10an item and correct.

• If "CLOCK BATTERY" indication appears, please refer to "Replacing Clock Battery" on page 95.

When CLOCK SET setting is completed, press MENU twice to start

the clock and exit.

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The Palmcorder features three menu displays: one for CAMERA mode

(recording), one for M-CARD (Memory Card Photo Mode) and one for VCR mode (Playback). (pp. 108_112)

• While the Menu screen is displayed, you cannot record on or play a tape.

• While recording, the Menu screen cannot be displayed.

• During playback, the Menu screen can be displayed.

-Before you begin

Connect the Palmcorder to a power

source. (pp. 15, 16)

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

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Press MENU to display the CAMERA

or VCR menu (according to the POWER setting).

Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu item.

A Press JOG KEY to set your selection.

2, A, B, C

JOG KEY

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1 : CAMERA SETUP

To select PROG. AE, PROGRESSIVE, D. ZOOM, or CINEMA.

2 : DIGITAL EFFECT

TO select EFFECT.

3 : RECORDING SETUP

TO select REC SPEED, AUDIO REC, SCENEINDEX, WIND CUT, or ZOOM

MIC.

4 : DISPLAY SETUP

TO select DATEFFIME, C. DISPLAY, C. RESET, or DISPLAY.

5 : LCD/EVF SETUP

To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR, or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

6 : OTHER FUNCTIONS

TO select REMOTE, DEEP SOUND, SHTR EFFECT, CLOCK SET, SELF REC, or DEMO MODE.

7 : PHOTO TITLE

TO select TITLE or MODE.

Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu item.

your selection.

D, The '1_"mark indicates selection.

Press MENU to exit the menu.

1 : PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

To select BLANK SEARCH, SEARCH, 12 bit AUDIO, or MULTi SPEED.

2 : DIGITAL EFFECT

To select EFFECT1, EFFECT2, or D. ZOOM.

3 : RECORDING SETUP

To select REC SPEED or AUDIO DUB.

4 : DISPLAY SETUP

TO select DATEFrlME, C. DISPLAY, C. RESET, or DISPLAY.

5 : LCDiEVF SETUP

To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR, or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

6 : OTHER FUNCTIONS

TO select REMOTE or CLOCK SET.

Removethe lens cap and clip it to the hand

strap.

Clip here

RECiPAUSE mode

POWER Lain

1,5

POWER

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Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16)

• Insert a cassette with the record tab closed. (p. 7)

Set POWER to CAMERA.

The POWER Lamp lights red.

Be sure POWER is fully turned to the

CAMERA position.

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

• Adjust the EVF Brightness of the Viewfinder if necessary.

Please refer to "To adjust the LCDi EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR" on

page 20.

Set to REC SPEED "SP" or "LP" in

the RECORDING SETUP menu

screen. (Menu OSD: p. 108)

Press RECJPAUSE to start recording.

• "REC _ is displayed on the screen.

Press REC/PAUSE again to pause recording.

2Vision

Adjustment Control

3MENU _

WARNING:

• Do not leave the Palmeorder with the

EVF aimed directly at the sun as this may cause damage to the internal

parts of the EVF.

• Do not lift or carry, the Palmcorder

by the EVF or the LCD Mort tor.

• Do not pull hard on the EVF Eye Cup.

Set POWER to OFF when finished.

• To remove the cassette, slide TAPE

EJECT.

• When the Palmcorder is aimed at excessively bright ob ects, or bright lights,

a vertical bar may appear in the picture. This is a normal characteristic of the CCD

pick-up device. Try to avoid this whenever possible.

- To conserve power . After 5 minutes, the Record/Pause mode

will automatically change to Standby

mode.

To resume recording, set POWER to OFF and then ON again.

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The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor / Use OPEN tab on underside of the

can be used whiJe recording. LCD monitor to unlock.

90°

1OPEN

Swing the LCD monitor fully open and adjust the viewing angle.

• The LCD monitor will automatically

turn on.

• When the LCD monitor is completely dosed, it will shut off automatically to

save power.

• Adjust the LCD Brightness and/or color of the LCD monitor if necessary.

Please refer to "To adjust the LCD/ EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR _

below.

Start recording.

• Using the LCD monitor will reduce battery operating time.

• Close the LCD monitor completely when not in use.

2, 3,

JOG KEY

Press MENU to display the main menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select _from the main menu screen.

(Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111)

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

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

EVF BRIGHTNESS, then rotate JOG KEY to adjust.

Press MENU twice to exit this mode.

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Use this feature to record a seven second (approx.) still image on the tape from the

current camera picture. Audio is also recorded for on-the-spot narration. Or, you

can add narration later with the Audio Dubbing feature to make an interesting slide

show, etc. (p. 45)

2PHOTOSHOT

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SetPOWERtoCAMERA.

Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause

mode. "PHOTO" will appear in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

• If SHTR EFFECT on the OTHER

FUNCTIONS menu screen is set to ON, a

sound effect similar to the shutter of a film camera will be heard when PHOTOSHOT

is pressed.

• When PHOTOSHOT is pressed, the playback image takes approx. 7 seconds to process. After that, the Camera mode screen will be displayed.

With the progressive PhctoShot Function,

you can record still pictures with higher

resolution than with the normal PhotoShot Function.

5 PHOTOSHOT

3, 4__

JOG KEY

2MENI

SetPOWERtoCAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEYto select_

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

screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select

KEY to select ON.

• Press MENU to exit.

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

Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause mode.

• This function may not work with D.E.I.S., D. ZOOM and D.FUNCTION functions.

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You can gradually zoom in for close ups or zoom out for wide angle shots.

2POWER

ZOOM

1POWER_

3RECiPAUSE

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Along with the zooming operation, the

microphone's directional angle and

sensitivity are varied for recording sounds.

3, 4,

JOG KEY

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Zoom slowly:

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

Zoom quickly: by applying more pressure.

Start recording.

• The zooming speed ranges from a slow 17 seconds to a fast 1.8 seconds

according to the amount of pressure applied to the POWER ZOOM.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select

2MENI

JOG KEY to display the RECORDING SETUP menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select_ in the RECORDING SETUP menu.

(Menu OSD: p. 108)

Press JOG KEY to select ON.

• Press MENU to exit.

• "Z.MIC" wil; appear on the screen.

• The Zoom Microphone FunCtion may not

work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.

To playback the final few seconds of the last recorded scene in the REC/PAUSE

mode.

RECORDING

OH ECK

• l('.[_[l]l! II|[!l_'] I11| _ J_ql_-! You can record still pictures of any desired

duration together with sound.

2STILL

Press RECORDING CHECK <1<1

briefly in the RECiPAUSE mode. The [CHK] indication appears.

After checking, the Palmcorder returns to the RECiPAUSE mode.

• For Recording Check, the Palmcorder must be in the same mode (SP or LP) as was used for recording, otherwise the playback picture is distorted.

While in RECORD mode, press STILL

to capture a still picture. The captured

still picture will be recorded together with sound.

Press STILL once again to release

the still picture. The camera will

resume recording real-time pictures.

Rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so it 't

faces the same direction as the lens to

record yourself.

JOG KEY

2MEN! 3

PAUSE

1POWERS 4

180 °

SetPOWERtoCAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select_ _, then press JOG KEY to display the OTHER FUNCTIONS

menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select_ _, and then press JOG KEY to select MIRROR. (Menu OSD: p. 109)

• Press MENU to exit.

• The picture in the LCD monitor will appear reversed.

Start recording.

You c_n record a picture cempalible with a wide-scree_ TV equipped with S-Video

pictureterminal and Zoom/Wide features.

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JOG KEY

2MENU

S_ POWERto CAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to sslect_

_, then press JOG KEY to

display the CAMERA SETUP menu

screen,

Rotate JOG KEY to ea}ect_, and then press JOG KEY to select

ON.

•A black strip w_llappear a_the tap and bottom of the picture.

•Press MENU to ex'_t.

• "CINEMA" will appear on the screen.

Start recording.

Use when recording a subject that is darker

than the surrounding scene, in a shadowed

area, orwhen the light source is behind

your subject.

1POWER-

2, 3BACKLIGHT

SetPOWER _ CAMERA,

Press BACK LIGHT to activate the

Backiight feature.

• The Indicator 0" will appear in the EVF orLeD monitor.

Press BACK LIGHT again to cancel

the B&ektight feature.

_EVF/LCD_

• The Ir_die._to{"l_ will not appear in the EVF or LeD monitor when OFF is

selected Jnthe DISPLAY menu

The Auto Exposure feature can be used to make quality recordings in a variety of

scene situations.

4, 5---_

JOG KEY -_

1 POWER--

2AUTO/-_

MANUAL

o,,

& GT UGFT [._

i[ frta

SPORTS mode

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

stiff picture playback.

• When playing back a sports mode recording, the movement may appear

slightly ierky.

• 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 high#y refective.

- If the amount of light is insufficient, the

SPORTS "_._" indicator wiJIflash in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

• The image may flicker if this mode is used

indoors.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

PPeas AUTO/MANUAL so that the "MNL" indication appears in the EVF or

the LGD monitor.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen. _OG KEY to select _, and then press JOG KEY io

display the CAMERA SETUP menu

strode.

Rotate JOG KEY to select

_, then press JOG KEY

repeatedly to select one of the five

modes shown below.

, Press MENU to exit.

Repeat steps 2~5 to select OFF to

cancel this feature.

For recording fast action scenes. For recording only subjects in the

Iml_ foreground, while ignoring

subjects in the background. For recording in extreme low light

conditions.

Record}rig in situations where subjects are under a spotlight(s).

For recording in locations with a high degree of "Dazzle, _ such as snow slopes and the seashore.

PORTRAIT mode

• The image may flicker if this mode is used

indoors.

LOW-LIGHT mode

• Scenes recorded in extremely low light /eve_s may turn out dark.

SPOT-LIGHT mode

• If the recorded subject is extremely bright,

the picture may appear whitish.

SURF&SNOW mode

• If the recorded subject is extremely bright,

the picture may appear whitish.

• It is not possible to select the SPORTS mode or PORTRAIT mode or Low-Light

mode together with the GAIN UP mode and MAGIC PIX mode.

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'(ou ca_ make smoother scene transitions for a more professional look.

1, 3 A ADE

PAUSE

Start?rtgthefirst scene witt_"fade in" is very effective,

in REC/PAUSE mode, ho}d down FADE until the picture fades out.

Press REC/PAUSE to start

recording.

Release FADE and the picture will gradually fade in.

Use to create a soft ending or {together

with fade in) for a soft transition from one scene to the next.

, During recording, hold down FADE

until the picture fades out.

Press REC/PAUSE to pause the recording.

You can use PhoteShct images stored on a Memory Card to record a WIPE or MIX effecl on a cassette.

,_Before you begin

source. (pp. 15, 16)

i onneot the Palmcorder to a power

Set POWER to OFF before inserting recorded Memory Card. (pp. 49, 50)

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.

2, 3,

JOG KEY

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press MENU to display the CAMERA

FUNCTIONS menu screen. Then

Rotate and press JOG KEY to select and _et and then_.

tst : Select and set MODE (WIPE or

MIX).

2rid : Select and set TITLE to "SET'.

• "PLEASE WAIT" appears omscreen.

• The Multi image screen is rJisplayed.

Rotate 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 appro;_ 3 seconds, and the screen goes back

to the Camera mode screen.

• After Photo Title is performed, Digital

Fgnction turns off.

idaKEYtoselect

2MENU

5RECi

PAUSE

Press RECIPAUSE to start recording

with Photo Title.

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

automatically.

Auto White Balance ("AWB") automatically

maintains optimum color balance in most /ighling cenditier_s_ However, when using Digital Functions, etc., you may get better results by using the manual adjustment.

3, 4, A,

JOG KEY

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the

"MNL" indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

Press JOG KEY repeatedly until

"AWB" appears in the EVF or LCD monitor.

1POWER--

Automatiasl/y maintains optimum

AWB

color balance in most I;ghting conditions.

When the source illumination is a halogen lamp.

When shooting outdoors on a

_o?

sunny day. The White Balance setting that

was previously set manually.

• When ZOOM is set to 10X or

higher, Wh}te Be}once cannot be adjusted.

Rotate JOG KEY to select ether

modes. (See mode chartat/eft.)

• Press AUTO/MANUAL to cancel the setting.

* For manual White Balance

adjustment:

A. Rotate JOG KEY to select "_I.Z'.

B. Poirr[ the Palmeorder at a white

object (full-aoresn) and hold JOG KEY down until "_==Z'indication stops

flashing.

• If "L_" indication flashes when the Palmcerder is turned on, the previous

manual White Balance setting is in

effect.

In the following cases, the "_Z"

indication flashes:

• The flashing indicates that the

previously adjusted White Balance setting is still kept. This setting will be kept until White Balance isadjusted again.

• Correct White Balance may not be attainable manually in poor lighting

conditions.

• DISPLAY (Menu OSD: p. 109) must be set to ALL for MF, AE, W.BALANCE,

HIGH SPEED SHUTTER, or IRIS to be

displayed on the LCD or EVF.

,,While "GAIN UP_ or "MAGICPIX _ie

displayed on the LCD or EVF, Manual White Balance is inoperable.

ThePalmcorderautomaticallyadjuststhefocusovertheentire zoom range.

Use Manual Focus (MF) when recording .. t

• a subject through glass.

• a scene where the subject is far from the Palmcorder and there are obiects in the

foreground.

• a subject with distinct horizontal stripes.

• a subject not centered in the Viewlinder.

• subjects with shiny surfaces.

• an obliquely angled subject.

•a bright, flat subject such as a white wall

• in tow light situations.

• a scene with fast motions, like a golf swing, Re-focusing may be required

• when your Palmoorder is aimed at a new

scene.

4, 6POWER--_

ZOOM

DIAL

1POWER

3FOCUS

S_ POWERto CAMERA.

Press AUTO/MANUAL sothatthe

"MNL" indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

Press FOCUS so that the "MF" (Manual Focus) indicatien appears in

the EVF or the LCD monitor.

Press snd hold POWER ZOOM_ "T" side (Telephoto), unfl the lens is at

maximum zeem in.

Turn M.FOCUS DIAL until the picture

is infocus.

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

properly.

Press POWER ZOOM to "W" or "T" as desired.

• The sub act will remain in focus over the ant re zoom ng range.

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

properly.

2AUTO/MANUAL

Press the "W" side of POWER ZOOM to the maximum wide angle position. Auto Focus will function with the subject as close as 25 mm (1 inch) in front ofthe tens.

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

Set POWER to CAMERA.

3_ 4--

JOG KEY

_AUTO/MAN UAL

Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the "MNL _ indication appears in the EVF or

the LCD monitor.

Press JOG KEY repeatedly to display

the shutter speed.

Rotate JOG KEY to choose one of the following shutter speeds.

• Press AUTO/MANUAL to cancel the setting.

_EVFILCD_)

• For proper color reproduction, _t is recommended that you use this feature

outdoors. For indoor High Speed Shutter recording, additional halogen or tut_gsten

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 Fr_cus system may not operate propedy in insufficient light when using

the High Speed Shutter.

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

• When MagicPix or GAIN UP is ON, H.S.S. cannot manually select the

shutter speed.

• When PROGRESSIVE is set to ON, the

shutter speed cannot be adjusted to

1/750s or faster.

1/60 1/60 _ _1/100

_F-'-'-'-'-'-'-'-'-_0 _I_0G 1/80(_ 11125

1/"_i_@ 11125 1/40(XI 11180

1/250 --411180 1/3000 1/250

1/2000 1/3-50

111500 1/500

1/1000_ _.1/750

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