Panasonic PV-DV400, PV-DV200 Owner’s Manual

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PalmSight TM

Digital Video Camcorder

t_erating Instructions

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PV-DV400

(PV-DV400 shown)

IPV-DV200I1-_ PV-DV400_J

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

instructions thoroughly.

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Gufa para r_ipida consulta en espa_ol estd incluida.

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Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

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

Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient

Palmcorder information source.

Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone No.

Model No.

Serial No.

1 pc. AC Adaptor (PV-DACl0)

with AC Cable and DC

Cable

1 pc. Lens Cap (LSYF0395)

1 pc. PHOTOVU LINK DRIVER & CARD LINK

DRIVER (LSFT0196)

1 pc. PC Connection

Cable for Windows (LSJA0276)

1 pc. Battery Pack (PV-DBP8 or PV- DBP8A)

1 pc. MultiMediaCard (LSFT0198)

1 pc. NV Cable

(LSJA0280)

1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0013)

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

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

Your ,,°,i}_- 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 "_°'1_"mark be used.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage withinthe unit may have sufficient

magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous tomake any kind

of contactwithany insidepart of this unit.

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

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 orde_

to avoid any problems.

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device

must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when operated in a residential environment.

If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location and/or utilize an electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver.

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

helpful.

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

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

1. Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions shouldbe 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 andin 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 forcleaning.

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 abath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink, or laundrytub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories -- Do not place thisvideo 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

bythe manufacturer, or sold with thevideo unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a

recommended by the

manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved

with care. Quick stops, excessive

mounting accessory

force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart

combination to overturn.

9. Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are

provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protectit from

overheating. These openings must not be blccked or covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or othersimilar surface, or near or over a radiator

or heat register. This video unit should notbe 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, referto the operating instructions.

1t. Grounding or Polarization -- This video unitmaybe

equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one

blade wider thanthe other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having athird (grounding) pin.

The 2-wire polarized plug will fit intothe power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. Ifyou are unable to insert the plug fullyinto the outlet, try

reversing the plug.Ifthe plug stillfails tofit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do

not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. The 3-wiregrounding type plug willfit into a

grounding type power outlet. This is a safetyfeature. Ifyou 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.

t2. 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 particularattention 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 protectionagainst 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 forthe grounding electrode.

_.- ANTENNA

LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND E CLAMP [

DISCHA_GE UNIT

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NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250 PART HI

14. Lightning -- Foradded protectionof 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 anddisconnect the

antenna or cable system. This willprevent damage to thevideo unit due to lightning and power-line

surges.

(NECSECTION8!0-20)

GROUN_NG CONDUCTORS

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GROUND Ct_Mp$

_ER S_RVtCE GROUNDING

ELECTR_E SYSTEM

15. Power Lines -- Anoutside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines

or other electric light orpower circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines orcircuits. 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 net overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or

electric shock.

17. Objectsand 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 ina 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,

t 9. 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. Ifany liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have

fallen into the video unit.

c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. Ifthe 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 qualilied 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.

USE & LOCATION

• TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supplyshould not be exposed to rain or moisture, Do

not connect the power supplyor operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed tosustain 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 Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit, There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.

• DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER 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 CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in directsunlight, insidea closed ear, nextto a heater, etc... Thisactioncouldpermanentlydamagethe internalpartsof your

Camcorder.

• AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... Ifthe unit is suddenly movedfrom a cold place to a warm place,moisturemay formon the tape and insidethe unit.

• DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

• STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Storeand handleyour Camcorderina manner thatwillnot subjectitto

unnecessarymovement (avoid shakingand striking).YourCamcordercontainsa sensitivepick-updevice which

couldbe damaged by improperhandlingor storage.

CARE

• TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning yourCamcorder

body.

• TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touchthe surfaceof the lens with yourhand. Use a commercialcamcorder

lenssolutionand lenspaper whencleaningthe lens. Impropercleaningcan scratchthe lenscoating.

• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Before handlingyourCamcorder,make sureyour hands andface are free from any chemicalproducts,suchas suntanlotion, as it may damage the finish.

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

Important Safeguards ......................................................................................................... 4

Precautions ......................................................................................................................... 5

Quick Guide ......................................................................................................................... 8

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

Cassette Information ......................................................................................................... 14

Color Enhancement Light (Optional) ................................................................................ 16

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................................................................................ 17

Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................... 19

Using the Palmdorder Menu ............................................................................................. 20

MENU OSD ....................................................................................................................... 21

Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ................................................................ 26

Camera Recording ............................................................................................................ 30

Remote Control (Optional) ................................................................................................ 33

Playback Your Recordings ................................................................................................ 35

Card PhotoShot ................................................................................................................. 41

Recording images From a Tape ........................................................................................ 42

Playback Still Images ........................................................................................................ 43

Delete Specific Image Pages ........................................................................................... 45

Delete All Image Pages .................................................................................................... 46

Format the MultiMediaCard .............................................................................................. 47

Photo Title .......................................................................................................................... 48

Dual Digital Electronic Image Stabilization System (D.E.I.S.) ......................................... 50

Zoom .................................................................................................................................. 51

Digital PhotoShot .............................................................................................................. 52

Index Search ..................................................................................................................... 52

White Balance ................................................................................................................... 53

Recording Still Pictures .................................................................................................... 53

IR FILTER .......................................................................................................................... 53

Program AE ....................................................................................................................... 54

Digital Functions ............................................................................................................... 55

Focus ................................................................................................................................. 56

Audio/Video Fade In/Out ................................................................................................... 57

Backlight ............................................................................................................................ 57

High Speed Shutter ........................................................................................................... 58

Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in Microphone ............................................... 59

Memory-Stop Editing ........................................................................................................ 60

Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette .............................................................. 61

Copying from Digital Equipment (dubbing) ...................................................................... 62

PC Connection with DV Interface Cable (IEEE 1394) ..................................................... 63

PC Connection .................................................................................................................. 64

Software Installation (Windows 95/98) ............................................................................. 65

CARD LINK ....................................................................................................................... 66

PHOTOVU LINK ................................................................................................................ 69

Printer Connection ............................................................................................................ 71

Palmcorder Accessory System ........................................................................................ 72

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form .................................................................................. 73

Notes On Operations ........................................................................................................ 74

Specifications .................................................................................................................... 76

Before Requesting Service ............................................................................................... 77

Request for Service Notice ............................................................................................... 79

Index of Controls ............................................................................................................... 80

Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 85

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia Para Uso Rapido .......................................................... 87

Index .................................................................................................................................. 90

This operating Instruction book is designed for use with models PV-DV200 and PV-DV400. The PV-DV400 is the model used for illustrative purposes.

Features may vary, so please read carefully.

Differences between models

Model Number PV-DV200 PV-DV400

LCD Monitor 63.5 mm (2.5 inch) 76.2 mm (3.0 inch)

Liquid Crystal Display Liquid Crystal Display

Viewfinder Black and White Color

IR FILTER Switch

WIND-CUT No Yes

No Yes

Before you begin...

• Charge the Battery (page 11).

Slide the Viewfinder backward to its fully

expanded position and then tilt it upward. (For model PV-DV200, Tilt Viewfinder

upward.)

Protection Film _)

• Remove the Protection Film before use.

Slide TAPE EJECT Switc_.__bhto open the

Cassette Compartment

Set POWER Switch to Cover. VCR or CAMERA.

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

Insert a cassette with its

window side facing up.

• Make sure the record tab is

closed (page 15)

Protection Film

• Remove the Protection Film before use.

PUSH TO

CLOSE mark

Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to

close the Cassette Compartment

Cover.

TAPE_

_1 When using a Tape, you must set TAPE!M-CARD

,-CARDJ Switch_to TAPE.

When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFE

Press LCD-OPEN Button to unlock the LCD monitor.

Swing it fully open and

adjust the angle.

LCD Monitor

Protection Film

• Remove the Protection Film before use.

Viewfinder

Adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your

• ht.

PV-DV400 PV-DV200

Set POWER Switch to CAMERA•

Press R!_CORD/PAUSE Buttonn

to start recording.

Press RECORD/PAUSE Button

again toQpause recording.

Be sure to insert the MultiMediaCard before using the Card PhotoShot (page 41).

Press LCD-OPEN Button to

unlock the LCD monitor.

Swing it fully open and adjust the angle.

_80 o1

coonor

XAPE_j When using a MultiMediaCard, you must

M-CAnD_wTAPE/M-CARD Sw tch to M-CARD.

M-CARD Door

Slide CARD EJECT Switch

to open M-

CARD door.

Insert the MultiMediaCard.

Close the M-CARD Door.

set

When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFE

180 °

Press LCD OPEN Button to

unlock the LCD monitor. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle.

BefOre you begin...

• Charge the Battery (page 11).

Set POWER Switch to

3 4

Press REW Button to

rewind the tape.

5 Press STOP Button I _

to stop playback.

Press PLAY Button to

sta_p_.

L_q

Connect and plug in the Cable as

shown.

• POWER Lamp will light.

,/" .

POWER Lamp _!'

CHARGE Lamps

50 80

• The three Charge Lamps "50%", "80%" and "100%" flash and then remain lit one after another to indicate how much the Battery has been charged. When all three lamps are lit, charging is finished.

• The Charge Lamps give a good approximate indication of the charging condition under normal ambient temperature. However, when charging at high or low temperature, the charge lamps may differ considerably from the actual charging condition.

Attach the battery as shown to charge.

• Charge lamps on the AC Adaptor will flash and then turn solid red to

indicate current charge level. When all 3 lamps are constantly on, the battery is fully charged. (approx. 1

hour) Expect approx. 1 hour 15 minutes of operation when fully

charged (EVF usage).

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

Battery Charging

Confirmation Marker

(PV-DBP8 only)

Battery Charging Confirmation Marker

Use this marker as a reminder to yourself when the battery is fully charged or in need of a charge. This marker performs no

function and is for your reference only.

• The Battery is no longer serviceable if the operation time is very short, even after a sufficient charge.

• PV-DBP8A has no marker.

Slide the Viewfinder backward to its fully extended position and then tilt it

upward. (For model PV-DV200, Tilt Viewfinder upward.)

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

To remove the Battery: Slidethe Batteryupwardwhile slidingthe

BATI'ERY RELEASE,

BATTERY RELEASE Switch

Caution:

• Charge only with specified charger.

• The Battery can be charged within a 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.

• In extreme cold surroundings, Battery

charging time will increase.

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 reas- semble the Battery.

To avoid damage to the Battery:

• Do notdroporjarthe 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 AC Adaptor, the Battery will no longer be

rechargeable,

• Keep the Battery terminals clean.

BA'I-rERY RELEASE Switch

Slide the Battery upward while sliding the BATTERY RELEASE to remove

the Battery (page 12).

Insert the DC Cable into the DC IN Terminal.

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

Plug in the AC Adaptor.

• The POWER Lamp of the AC Adaptor lights up.

OC IN Terminal

(Supplied)

DC IN Terminal

• When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor

POWER Lamp

from the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor consumes 1W of electric power when plugged into an AC outlet even when not in use.)

Before you begin...

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source (pages 12, 13).

TAPE EJECT 1Slide TAPE EJECT to open the

Switch Cassette Compartment Cover.

2 Insert a cassette with its window side

facing up.

PUSH TO -- CLOSE mark _,_ Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to

close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

Cassette Compartment Cover

• If the Palmcorder is connected to a power

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

on.

Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

Pull the cassette tape straight out.

Note:

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

necessary.

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

Hint for recording position when inserting Cassette

• When you insert a cassette that is partially recorded, use the Edit Search

Function to search for the positionfrom which you want to record again,

Especially when you want to record again on a cassette that is already fully

recorded, be sure to first locate the position where you want to add the new

recording, before starting to record,

Use only those tapes having the "_'"'l_" logo indicating the 6.35mm digital standard.

Cassette type Record Speed/Playback time

SP LP

AY-DVM30EA 30 minutes 45 minutes

AY-DVM60EA 60 minutes 90 minutes

AY-DVM80EA 80 minutes 120 minutes

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

record tab

To prevent accidental erasure

Slide the tab to the left (open).

To record again

Slide the tab to the right (close).

To brighten the natural colors in a scene.

Built-in Light Mount

Before you begin...

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power sourc (pages 12, 13).

• Set POWER to CAMERA.

Slide L ght nto the Built-in Light

Mount.

Be sure it locks into place.

Press LIGHT ON.

Press IG_ again to OFF.

LIGHT RELEASE Button

• Using the light will reduce battery operating time.

• If using the enhancement Light for an extended period of time, be sure to provide ventilation when using it in a hot environment.

• 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 service center.

LIGHT Button

To remove the Light:

Press LIGHT RELEASE and slide the Li_

out of the mount.

Caution:

This light becomes hot during operation.

Make sure nothing covers the Light durin, operation.

Undo the two strap ends from their buckles.

Removethe buckles from one end of the strap.

Thread the strap (with no buckle) through the Light Holder so that it

faces outward. Then reinsert the

buckle.

Thread the strap ends through the Strap Attachment Rings.

Reinsert the strap ends through their buckles.

• Make sure the straps are not

twisted.

Loosen the strap from the Buckle and

create a loop.

Pull the strap firmly through the Buckle

to shorten or lengthen the strap.

Storage,

LIGHT RELEASE 2 To remote the Light, press LI_

Button _ Light Holder

_\___ 1 Insert the Light into the Light Holder :

RELEASE and slide Light out from tt

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

Hand Strap

Attaching the Lens Cap Cord to the Ha=

Strap Remove the Hand Strap from the front

clasp and run the Strap through the Lens Cap Loop. Reattach the Hand Strap,

The date and time is calculated, including

leap year, up to DEC 31 2089.

Before you begin.,.

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source (pages 12, 13).

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

MENI Button

-- EXAMPLE:

_'d=!r.,1=q

JOG KEY

:2000

rm_Tm_m]

Push

: JAN

Press MENU to display the Camera or VCR mode menu screen (page 21).

CAMERA MENU VCR MENU

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2:REC MODE

4:SET-UP 5:DISPLA y SETTING 5:DISPLAY SETTJNG 6:LCD/EVF SETTING

6:LCOIEVF SETTING

7:pHOTOTITLE

*SELECT:ROTATE JOG KEY 'SELECT:ROTATE JOG KEY 3:REC MODE 4:PLAY MODE

*SET :PUSH JOG KEY 'SET :PUSH JOG KEY *EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY 'EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY

2Rotate JOG KEY to selectl;_i_

_L_. and then press JOG KEY

to display the DISPLAY SETTING

menu screen.

• DISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed.

Rotate JOG KEY to se ect_i_!_i_i_

[_:;_,,, , and then press JOG KEY to set

to ON (pages 22, 24).

•The DATE/TIME SETTING menu appears.

Rotate

Vb_o]_il:

: FEB

• If you should pass the current year, continue pressing down on the JOG KEY until the year appears again.

• 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 (page 29).

Rotate JOG KEY to select the desired numbers, then, press JOG KEY_down

to fix that portion and move to the next. Adjust the shaded items for the year,

month, day, hour, and minute.

ol_llL=lfiJ]l_l_ El=lllllll_

[_ :2000

MONTH : OCT DAY : 18 HOUR :SPM

MINUTE:I 0

SELECT:PUSH JOG KEY

• SET :ROTATE JOG KEY

• EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY

When time setting is completed, press the MENU to start the clock.

The Palmcorder features two menu

displays: one for CAMERA mode (recording) and the other for VCR mode (Playback) (pages 21-25).

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

• While recording, the Menu screen will not be displayed.

• While in playback, the Menu screen can be displayed.

JOG KEY

Displaying the MENU Before you begin,..

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power source (pages 12, t3).

• Set POWER to CAMERA.

1 Press MENU to display the CAMERA or

VCR menu.

(CAMERA MENU)

5:DISPLAY SETTING

S:LCOIEVF SETTING

7:PHOTOTITLE

•SELECT:ROTATE JOG KEY :SET-UP

•SET :PUSH JOG KEY EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY

(EX. PV-DV400)

2 Rotate _ select a menu item.

(VCR MENU)

4:PLAY MODE

S:OISPLAY SETTING $:LCOIEVF SETTING

•SELeCT:ROTATE JOG KEY

•SET :PUSH JOG KEY

'EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY

MENU_

Button_

I Setting the MENU Items 1

(EX. VCR Mode menu)

Press down on the ,JOG KEY to set your selection.

Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu item.

• The characters of your selection will

be inversely displayed.

SLIM TRAIL

D EFFECT i)OFF SEPIA

*SELECT:SOTATE JOG KEY ,SET :PUSH JOG KSy

-EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY

STRETCH

MONO

STROBE MOSAI 1

Press down on the JOG KEY to set

your selection.

• The "0" mark will indicate your

selection.

Press MENU twice to exit the menu.

ICAMERAMENU

2: D, FUNCTION

: ADJUST

3 : REC MODE 4 : SET-UP

5 : DISPLAY SETTING

16 : LCD/EVF SETTING i 7 : PHOTO TITLE

VCR MENU 1 : PLAY FUNCTION

2 : REC MODE 3 : PLAY MODE

4 : DISPLAY SETTING

i 5 : LCD/EVF SETTING

CAMERA MENU 1 : D. FUNCTION

CAMERA FUNCTION menu is displayed. To select one of the 9 digital

functions (MIRROR, STROBE,

MOSAIC, SLIM, TRAIL, STRETCH, GAIN-UP, WIPE, or MIX).

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, TALLY LED, BEEP,

or IR-COLOR.

5 : DISPLAY SETTING

DISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed. To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/

TIME, or CLOCK-SET.

6 : LCD/EVF SETTING (PV-DV400 only)

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

COLOR.

VCR MENU

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, AUDIO-REC.

3 : PLAY MODE

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

B.SEARCH.

4 : DISPLAY SETTING

DISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed.

To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/ TIME, or CLOCK-SET.

5 : LCD/EVF SETTING (PV-DV400 only)

LCD/EVF SETTING menu is displayed.

To select LCD BRIGHTNESS or LCD

COLOR.

5 : LCD SETTING (PV-DV200 only)

LCD SETTING menu is displayed. To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD

COLOR, or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

6 : LCD SETTING (PV-DV200 only)

LCD 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.

CAMERA FUNCTION D, FUNCTION OOFF MIRROR

STROBE MOSAIC SLIM TRAIL

STRETCH GAIN - UP

WIPE MIX

CAMERA FUNCTION

• DIGITAL FUNCTION (page 55) To select one of the 9 digital functions. Setting to OFF cancels the previously

selected digital function.

CAMERA ADJUST

...............

PROG. AE eOFF

t,_ II

t_D 8_'-

W.BALANCE ;_,.- _.

OAUTO

H. S. S SET

•(AUTO)

............

REC - SPEED OSP LP

AUDIO- REC O12 bit 16bit INDEX eDAY 2HOUR

SHUTI'ER eOFF ON SELF - REC NORMALQMIRROR

WIND-CUT eOFF ON

............."

REMOTE OFF

OVCR1 VCR2

TALLY LED OFF • ON BEEP OOFF ON IR - COLOR QB/W BLUE

GREEN

..............

DISPLAY OFF eLINEAR

MEMORY T.CODE

C.RESET eOFF ON DATE/TIME OFF

eD/T DATE

CLOCK- SET OOFF ON

..............

LCD BRIGHTNESS

LOWll II HIGH

LCDCOLOR

LOWl I I I.... HIGH

EVF BRIGHTNESS

LOWl I I I.... HIGH

• PROG. AE (page 54)

To select one of the 5 Program AE

modes. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected Program AE mode.

• W.BALANCE (page 53) To select one of the 3 White Balance

modes.

• H.S. S (High Speed Shutter) (page 58)

To select a desired shutter speed.

CAMERA REC MODE

• REC-SPEED (page 15) 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 minutes tape.

• AUDIO-REC (page 59) 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 (page 39) DAY: An index signal is recorded

when recording is restarted after the date has changed

since the last recording.

2 HOUR: An index signal is recorded

when recording is restarted after a lapse of more than

2 hours.

SHUTTER (page 52) When set to ON, still pictures taken in

the Photo Shot mode are recorded with a visual shutter effect and click sound.

• SELF-REC (page 31) NORMAL: During self-recording, the

picture on the LCD Monitor is the same as it will be

recorded.

MIRROR: During self-recording, the

picture on the LCD Monitor

is horizontally reversed.

• WIND-CUT (PV-DV400 only) (page 30) To reduce sound distortion caused by

wind hitting the microphone. However, this slightly deteriorates the sound reproduction in the bass range.

CAMERA SET-UP

REMOTE (page 34)

VCR1 :To receive signals from the

Remote Control set to VCRI.

VCR2:To receive signals from the

Remote Control set to VCR2.

OFF: To prevent reception of signals

from the Remote Control.

DISPLAY SETTING

DISPLAY (page 26) To select the desired type of display and counter indication displayed on the

LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder.

• C.RESET (page 26) Setting to ON, resets the counter to

zero.

• DATE/TIME (page 27) To display the date and time on the

screen.

• CLOCK-SET (page 19) When set to ON. the date and time can

be set on the screen.

LCD/EVF SETTING (PV-DV400 only)

• LCD/EVF SETTING (page 31) Setting to ON displays the menu for adjusting the LCD brightness and color level and the viewfinder brightness.

LCD SETTING (PV-DV200 only)

• LCD SETTING (page 31) Setting to ON displays the menu for adjusting the LCD brightness and LCD

color.

• TALLY-LED (page 30) Tally LED lights during recording when

set to ON.

• BEEP

Set to ON to 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 (pages 28, 29).

• IR-COLOR (PV-DV400 only) (page 53) To select one of the 3 IR-COLOR

modes after slide IR FILTER Switch to ON.

CARD SETTING REC MODE NORMALOFINE

CARD SETTING

• REC MODE (page 41) To select Photo Rec Mode.

_PR-OT-OTITLE

TITLE eOFF SET MODE WIPE eMIX

VCR PLAY FUNCTION

D. FUNCTION IOFF MIRROR

STROBE MOSAIC SLIM TRAIL

STRETCH

D. EFFECT eOFF SEPIA

MONO

PHOTO TITLE

• TITLE (page 48) Photo Title is recorded,

• MODE (page 48) To select one of the 2 Photo Title modes,

VCR PLAY FUNCTION

DIGITAL FUNCTION (page 55)

To select one of the 6 digital functions.

Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function.

VCR REC MODE REC - SPEED OSP LP

VCR PLAY MODE INDEX OPHOTO SCENE

AUDIO QST1 ST2

MIX

REMOTE OFF

QVCR1 VCR2

B.SEARCH IOFF ON

DISPLAY SETTING DISPLAY OFF OLINEAR

MEMORY T.CODE

C.RESET eOFF ON DATE/TIME OFF

OD/T DATE

CLOCK- SET eOFF ON

LCD/EVF SETTING LCD BRIGHTNESS

LOWII II .... HIGH

LCD COLOR

LOWII II .... HIGH

EVF BRIGHTNESS

LOWII II HIGH

D. EFFECT (page 55)

To select one of the 2 digital picture

effects for playing back. Setting to OFF cancels the previously select digital

effect.

VCR REC MODE

• REC-SPEED (page 15) 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 minutes tape.

VCR PLAY MODE

INDEX (page 39)

To select the desired Index Search function.

PHOTO: To search for Photo shot

pictures.

SCENE: To search for scenes marked

with Index signal.

• AUDIO (page 59) To select the desired audio playback

mode after performing audio dubbing in the 12 bit mode.

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 (page 34) VORI'To receive signals from the

Remote Control set to VCR1.

VOR2:To receive signals from the

Remote Control set to VCR2.

'OFF: To prevent reception of signals

from the Remote Control.

• B.SEARCH (Blank Search) (page 33) Select ON to go directly to a blank

portion of the tape.

DISPLAY SETTING

, DISPLAY (page 26)

To select the desired type of display and

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

LCD/EVF SETTING (PV-DV400 only)

• LCD/EVF SETTING (page 31) Setting to ON displays the menu for

adjusting the LCD brightness and color level and the viewfinder brightness.

LCD SETTING (PV-DV200 only)

LCD SETTING (page 31) Setting to ON displays the menu for

adjusting the LCD brightness and LCD color.

CARD SETTING

i DISPLAY OOFF ON DCF OOFF ON

CARD SETTING

• DISPLAY (page 43) Select to OFF to cancel all Display on

the screen.

• DCF (page 43) Select to OFF to cancel DCF No. on the screen.

, €.RESET (page 26)

Setting to ON, resets the counter to zero.

, DATE/TIME (page 27)

To display the date and time on the

screen.

• CLOCK-SET (page 19) When set to ON, the date and time can be set on the screen.

Here are some of the basic indications which will appear on the Palmcorder EVF and LCD Monitor. All indications except, the Date and Time, will NOT be recorded onto the

tape.

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FULL

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f. Display OrdOff and Counterfrime Code

The indication switches as shown below when the desired "DISPLAY" mode is

selected from the menu (page 23).

• When selecting OFF, all displays turn

LinearTime Counter Memory Counter

[*]I

off.

b. Tape Remaining

(AY-DVM30EA) (AY-DVM60EA)

R0:30 R1:00

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

tape starts moving.

Digital Zoom and other Digital Function (page 51)

This display appears when the digital

zoom function has been activated.

d. Playback Effect (page 55)

This display appears when SEPIA or MONO is selected in VCR menu.

e. Tape Speed Indication (page 22)

Indicates the tape speed (SP or LP).

Time Code

Memory Counter M 0:00:00

The Palmcorder wil! 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.

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Volume Display (page 35)

The volume bar appears when the

volume of the built-in speaker is being adjusted.

h. Date and Time Indication

(pages 23, 25)

As shown below, the date and time indication changes each time the DATE/

TIME is selected from the Palmcorder's MENU (pages 23, 25) or the DATE/TIME

Button is pressed on the remote (optional).

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k. Tape Modelndications

REC Recording. PHOTO

PAUSE

PLAY R_>

CHK FF

REW

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I. Digital EIS Indications (page 50) m. Zoom Magnification Level (page 51)

n. Manual Focus Indication (page 56)

o. White Balance Indication (page 53) p. PROGRAM-AE indication (page 54)

Photo Shot Recording. Paused during recording. Playback. Repeat Playback.

Recording Check.

Fast forward.

Rewind. FF Search. REW Search.

Blank Search.

Index Search. Mirror feature recording. Paused during Mirror feature

recording.

WARNING indication (pages 28, 29) The warning displays appear in the

EVF and the LCD monitor. IR FILTER (PV-DV400 only) (page 53)

This display appears when IR FILTER

is set ON.

q. Backlight Indication (page 57)

r. Shutter Mode indication (page 58)

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