Panasonic PV-DV401, PV-DV201 Owner’s Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Models No. PV-DV201/

PV-DV401

[ PV-DV401 shown ]

MultiMediaCard TM _'Jl_,_ Minil_r

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 espa_ol esta incluida.

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on the tag located

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on the underside of your Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your

convenient Palmcorder information

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Your .,n,_V 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]k'vmark be used.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated

voltage within the unit may have sufficient

magnitude to cause electric shock.

Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIRED SERVICE PERSONNEL

• 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 reg0onal offices

helpful.

This symbol alerts the user that important

literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included.

Therefore, itshould be read carefully inorder

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

interface cable when connecting digital video camera to computer in accordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes or

modifications to this equipment could void the user's authority to operate.

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 oberating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning -- Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol

cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments -- Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as

they may be hazardous.

7. Water and Moisture -- Do not use this video unit near water -- for example near a bath tub, wash bowl,

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

8. Accessories -- Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or

adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer's

instructions and should use a

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 protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or

covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiator or heat register. This video unit should not be placed

in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the

manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power Sources --This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power

supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video units intended to

be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. Grounding or Polarization -- This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC

(Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or 3owire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.

The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try

reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature.

If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

12. Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be

walked on or pinched by items placed upon or

against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the unit.

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video

unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, provides information

with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,

connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

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ELECTRODE SYSTEM

14. Lightning -- For added protection of this video unit receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left

unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage

to the video unit due to lightning and power-line

surges.

15. Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should

not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can

fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be

taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16. Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets and

extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Objects and Liquids -- Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they

may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.

18. Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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

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

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

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

following the operating instructions. Adjust only

those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions, as an improper adjustment of other

controls may result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation.

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

has been damaged.

f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in

podormance -- 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 Palmcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been.designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your

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

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

• DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF

• DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your

Palmcorder.

• AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit issuddenly 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 itto unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Palmcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

• TO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorder body.

• TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Palmcorder

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

• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Before handling your Palmcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Getting Started

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Basic Operation

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

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

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

Special Features

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Other Digital Functions ................................................................................................... 44

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

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

Focus .............................................................................................................................. 47

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

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

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

Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in Microphone .............................................. 49

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

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

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

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

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

ForYour Information

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

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ................................................................................ 66

Notes On Operations ...................................................................................................... 67

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

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

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

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

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

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia Para Uso R&pido ......................................................... 78

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

This operating Instructions book is designed for use with models PV-DV201 and

PV-DV401. The PV-DV401 is the model used for illustrative purposes. Features may vary, so please read carefully.

Differences between models

LCD Monitor Viewfinder

MAGICVU/0LUX MIC IN EXTERNAL

1 pc. AC Adaptor

(PV-DAC11 ) with AC Cable and DC Cable

1 pc. A/V Cable

(LS_

1 pc. CD-ROM of Driver Software for

Windows 98/Me / Palmcorder USB Device

Driver for Windows 98/Me/CARD LINK (for USB) for Windows 98/Me / PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger for Windows 98/

Me/ArcSoft Software for Windows 98/Me

(LSFT0247)

1 pc. Lens Cap

(LSYF0478)

63.5 mm (2.5 inch) Liquid Crystal Display

Black and White

76.2 mm (3.0 inch) Liquid Crystal Display

Color

No No

1 pc. Battery Pack

(PV-DBP8A)

1 pc. USB Cable

(LSJA0354)

Microsoft e and Windows ® are registered

trademarks of Microsoft in the United

States and other countries. Intel ®Pentium ® is a registered trademark.

i.LINK and i, are trademarks. PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger is a

registered trademark.

IBM is a registered trademark of IBM

Company.

MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark.

SD is a trademark.

Yes Yes

1 pc. 8 MB MultiMediaCard

(LSFT0198A)

1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0013)

Use only those tapes having the =°_,r logo indicating the 6.35 mm digital

standard.

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.

To prevent accidental erasure:

Slide the tab to the left (open).

record tab

To record again: Slide the tab to the right (close).

ipefore you begin

• Ifthe Palmcorder is connected to a power

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

on. 1 TAPE EJECT

Switch

CLOSE mark

Cassette Compartment Cover tape straight out.

Hint to locate recording position when inserting cassette

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

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

for tape insertion or ejection. Loosen hand strap it necessary.

i lf hand strap is tight it may prevent Cassette Compartment Cover from fully opening

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

Note J

completely.

Connect the Palmcorder to a power /

source. (See pages 11, 12.) J

Slide TAPE EJECT to open the

Cassette Compartment Cover.

Insert a cassette record tab up, window side facing out. Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to

close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

• To remove the cassette...

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

To brighten the natural colors in a scene.

,_Built-in Light Mount

• Using the light will reduce battery operating time.

• Be sure to provide adequate ventilation if using Light in a

hot environment for an extended period.

• Be sure LIGHT is set to OFF when not in

use.

• Do not attempt to lift or carry the

Palmcorder by holding the Enhancement Light.

• If light bulb needs to be replaced, take

Light to your nearest authorized servicenter.

-Before you begin

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

• Set POWER to CAMERA or M-CARD.

Slide Light into the Built-in Light

Mount.

Be sure it locks into place.

Press LIGHT to turn __L ON or OFF.

LIGHT RELEASE Button

To remove the Light:

Press LIGHT RELEASE and sJide the Light out of the mount.

-Caution

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

during operation.

2LIGHT Button

Undo the two strap ends from their buckles.

Remove the buckle from one end of

the strap,

Thread the strap ends through the

Strap Attachment Rings_

Reinsert the strap ends through their

5 buck,es.

Thread the strap (with no buckle) • Make sure the straps are not through the Light Holder so that it

faces outward. Then, reinsert the

buckle.

Loosen the strap from the Buckle and

create a loop.

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

strap. I_

twisted.

Adjust the length of the Hand Strap to

the size of your hand as illustrated.

Hand Strap

Insert the Light into the Light Holder for

Storage.

To remove the Light, press LIGHT

RELEASE and slide Light out of the holder,

ButtonLIGHTRELEASE "__e

Attaching the Lens Cap Cord to the Hand

Strap Remove the Hand Strap from the front

clasp and thread the Strap through the loop in the Lens Cap Cord.

Reattach the Hand Strap.

iBefore you begin

• Charge the Battery. (See page 11.) J

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

_ieward. (For model PV-DV201, tilt

wfinder upward.)

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

Slide TAPE EJECT Switch to open

the Cassette Compartment Cover.

Insert a cassette record tab up,

window side facing out.

• Make sure the record tab

is closed. (See page 6.)

Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to close the Cassette

Compartment Cover.

Protection Film

• Remove the Protection Film before use.

(_- L_ Adjust the Vision Adjustment

When the LCD monitor is fully open, the | Control to your eyesight.

Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. _

180o_,,_ _._,..__ [PV-DV401I [PV-DV2011

__ REC/PAUSE Button to start

unlock the LCD monitor. Swing recording.

it fully open and adjust the Press REC/PAUSE Button again to

angle, pause recording.

i Before you begin

• Charge the Battery. (See page 11.)

*Memory Card: MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (See page 64.)

• Be sure to insert the Memory Card before using the Card PhotoShot. (See page 32.) Below is a list of memory cards which can

be used in this Palmcorder.

MultiMediaCard ( MultiMediaCard (SanDisk brand) SD Memory Card (optional) (See page 64.)

SD Memory Card write protection switch

A write protection switch is located on the SD Memory Card. Sliding the switch to the "LOCK" position prevents writing on or formatting the card.

_--Write protection switch

LCD Monitor

180 °

Press LCD-OPEN Button to unlock the LCD monitor.

Swing it fully open and adjust the angle.

8 MB 8 MB, 16 MB

16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB

M-CARD Lock Switch

Set POWER Switch to OFF.

Slide CARD EJECT Switch to open

M-CARD door.

Insert the Memory Card.

5 Close the M-CARD Door.

When the LCD monitor is fully open, the

Viewfinder automatically turns OFF.

Press LCD-OPEN Button to unlock the LCD monitor. Swing it

fully open and adjust the an lie.

Press STOP Button_

to stop playback. _

iBefore you begin

Charge the Battery. (See page 11.) I

Set POWER Switch

to VCR.

rewind the tape.

3 ress REW Button to

Press PLAY Button to start playback.

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

POWER Lain

CHARGE

About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp

• Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of t0 °C and 30 °C.

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

CHARGE Lamp flashes when,.,

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

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

for charging.

charge.

• CHARGE Lamp lights up. It goes out

when charging is complete (approx.

1 hour). Expect approx. 1 hour

30 minutes of operation (EVF usage) when fully charged.

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

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

upward. (For model PV-DV201, tilt Viewfinder upward.)

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

BATTERY RELEASE

Switch

To remove the Battery Pack:

Slide the Battery upward while sliding the

BA'n'ERY RELEASE Switch.

Caution:

• Charge only with specified charger.

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

104 ° F (40 ° C).

• The Battery may be warm after charging or just after use. This is normal.

• Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn out Battery.

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

increases.

Safety precautions:

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

• Do not directly connect (short circuit) the

positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.

• Never attempt to disassemble or

reassemble the Battery.

RELEASE ;i

Sw.ch

To avoid damage to the Battery:

• Do not drop or jar the Battery.

• Use the Battery with specified models

only.

• If the Battery is used in extremely high

temperatures, a safety device will

automatically prevent operation.

To insure longer battery life:

• While not in use, remove Battery from the Palmcorder and AC Adaptor and

store in a cool, dark, dry place. If you

leave the Battery in the Palmcorder or on

the AC Adaptor, the Battery will no longer

be rechargeable.

• Keep the Battery terminals clean.

Slide the Battery upward while sliding the BATTERY RELEASE Switch to

remove the Battery Pack. (See page 11 .)

Insert the DO Cable into the DC IN Terminal.

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

DC IN Terminal

DC Cable

(Supplied)

Plug in the AC Adaptor.

• The POWER Lamp on the AC Adaptor lights up.

• When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor consumes 1 W of electric power when

plugged into an AC outlet even when not in use.)

DC Output Connector

The date and time is calculated, including

leap year, up to DEC 31 2089.

Before you begin

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

• • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

]

Button

_EXAMPLE:

2 4JOGKEY

:2001

-(E;i_5)* PUSh

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: JAN

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

(See page 14.)

[CAMERA MENU ] [VCR MENU ]

• ; I, | '1|

-eXiT =push UFJCUKey Key

Rotate JOG KEY to select r_

_, and then press JOG KEY

to display the DISPLAY SETTING

menu screen.

Rotate JOG KEY to select

_, and then press JOG KEY to set

to ON. (See pages 16, 18.)

• The DATE/TIME SETTING menu is displayed.

._:1 ETTING

: FEBVl_[,]_dll',,

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

to an item and correct•

• A built-in Battery maintains clock operation. If the Palmcorder is not

connected to a power source for a few months, the built-in battery may discharge

and "CLOCK BATTERY" indication appears. (See page 21 .)

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

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

DAY :1 !

MINUTE:I 0

"8ELECTiPUSH JOG KEY *SET :ROTATE JOG KEY

EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY

When DATE/TIME setting is completed, press MENU three times to

start the clock and exit.

The Palmcorder features two menu

displays: one for CAMERA mode (recording) and the other for VCR mode

(Playback). (See pages 15~18.)

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

• While recording, the Menu screen cannot

be displayed.

• During playback, the Menu screen can be

displayed.

,-Before you begin

• Connect the Palmoorder to a power

source. (See pages 11, 12.)

• • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

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

POWER setting).

Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu item.

Press JOG KEY to set your selection.

2, A, B, CJOGKEYB

1,D

MENU Button

1 : D. FUNCTION

CAMERA FUNCTION menu is displayed. To select one of the 10 digital functions

(MIRROR, STROBE, MOSAIC, SLIM, TRAIL,

STRETCH, GAIN-UP, WIPE, MIX, PinP).

2 : ADJUST

CAMERA ADJUST menu is displayed. To select PROG. AE, W. BALANCE, or

H.S,S. (High Speed Shutter).

3 : REC MODE

CAMERA REC-MODE menu is displayed. To

select REC-SPEED, AUDIO-REC, INDEX,

SHUTTER, SELF-REC, or WIND-CUT.

4 : SET-UP

CAMERA SET-UP menu is displayed. To select REMOTE, BEEP, or MAGICVU (PV- DV401 only).

5 : DISPLAY SETTING

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

6 : LCD/EVF SETTING

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

7 : PHOTO TITLE

PHOTO TITLE menu isdisplayed. To select TITLE or MODE.

Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu

item.

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SLIM TRAtL SLIM TRAIL

STRETCft Sl"REII:H

oSELEGT:ROTATE JOG XEY -81SUEO'r,"ROTAI_II JOG KEy

_. ..o. =._-o._o_. -,-o1

-SET :PUSH JO_ KISy osrr r _pusH _ KEY

C Bxl'r :pUSH _ KEy EX!T ? :pUSH S,N_U KEy

Press JOG KEY to set your selection.

• The "@" mark indicates selection.

D Press MENU twice to exit the 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.

3 : PLAY MODE

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

B.SEARCH.

4 : MULTI SE'I-I'ING

MULTI SETTING menu is displayed.

To select SPEED.

5 : DISPLAY SETTING

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

6 : LCD/EVF SETTING

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

or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

eOFF

SLIM

STRETCH

DIGITAL FUNCTION (See page 44.)

To select one of the 10 digital

functions.

Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function.

PROG. AE (See page 43.)

I-o select one of the 5 Program AE

modes. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected Program AE

mode. W.BALANCE (See page 42.)

Io select one of the 3 White Balance

modes.

• SELECT_ROTATE JOG KEY

• SET PUSH JOG KEY

_EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY j

OH. S.S. Speed

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

OREC-SPEED (See 6.)

page

SP: Normal recording speed mode.

LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as

long as in the SP mode. For example, 120 minutes of

recording is possible on a 80 minute tape.

AUDIO-REC (See page 49.)

12 bit: The sound is recorded in the

12 bit/32 kHz mode.

16 bit: The sound is recorded in the

16 bit/48 kHz high-quality mode.

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

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 (See page 41 .) When set to ON, still pictures taken in

the PhotoShot mode are recorded with

a visual shutter effect and click sound.

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

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

MIRROR: During self-recording, the picture on the LCD Monitor is horizontally reversed.

WIND-CUT (See page 22.)

Fo reduce sound distortion caused by

wind hitting the microphone.

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

OFF

--OEEP eOFF ON

IMAGICVU eB/W BLUE

.SELECT: ROTATE JOG KEY

,SET : PUSH JOG KEY

_E X I T : PUSH MENU KEY_

eVCR1 VCR2

GREEN

REMOTE (See 26.)

page

VCRI: To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCRI.

VCR2: "Fo receive signals from

the Remote Control, set to

VCR2.

OFF: To prevent reception of

signals from the Remote Control.

BEEP Set to ON to hear beep when starting

and stopping camera recording or

when unusual conditions occur. To

cancel the beep, set to OFF.

Palmcorder will beep:

Once when you start recording

Twice when you stop recording

Repeatedly when warning of unusual conditions.

(See page 21 .)

MAGICVU (PV-DV401 only)

(See page 42.)

To select one of the 3 MAGICVU

modes slide MAGICVU/0LUX Switch

to ON.

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

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

,C.RESET (See page 19.)

Setting to ON resets the counter to zero.

DATE/TIME (See page 20.)

I-he date and time can be set and

displayed on the screen.

CLOCK-SET (See page 13.)

When set to ON, the date and time can be set on the screen.

LCD/EVF SETTING (See page 23.) Setting to ON displays the menu for

adjusting the LCD brightness, color level, and the EVF brightness.

_)TITLE (See page 38.)

Photo Title is recorded.

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

modes.

OOFF MIRROR

STROBE MOSAIC

SUM TRAIL

!FFECT OOFF SEPIA

JSET : PUSH JOG KEY

_'EXI_ :PUSH MENU KEY_

STRETCH

MONO

ROTATE JOG KEY

ISP LP

DIGITAL FUNCTION (See page 44.)

select one of the 6 digital functions.

Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function.

Q_D. EFFECT (See page 44.)

select one of the 2 digital picture

effects for playback. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital

effect.

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

mode.

LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as

long as in the SP mode. For

example, 120 minutes of

recording is possible on an

80 minute tape.

"SET : PUSH JOG KEY "EXIT :PUSH J KEY

IPHOTO SCENE oST1 ST2

MIX

IOFF

VCR1 VCR2

eOFF ON

• SELECT: ROTATE JOG KEY ,SET :PUSH JOG KEY

,EXIT : PUSH MENU KEY

OINDEX (See page 30.)

To select the desired Index Search function.

PHOTO: To search for Photo shot

pictures.

SCENE: To search for scenes marked

with Index signal.

OAUDIO (See 50.)

page

To select the desired audio playback mode after performing audio dubbing

in the 12 bit mode (SP mode only). ST1 : The original sound alone is

played back.

ST2 : The dubbed sound alone is

played back.

MIX : The original sound and the

dubbed sound are played back together.

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

Remote Control, set to VCR1.

VCR2 : To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCR2.

OFF : To prevent reception of signals

from the Remote Control.

B,SEARCH (Blank Search) (See page 25.)

Select ON to go directly to a blank portion of the tape.

,SPEED FAST

eNORM

SLOW

"SET :PusH JoGKEY

,'EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY_

"E X IT _PUSH MENU KEY

OSPEED (See page 46.)

In Strobe Multi mode, used to select

the interval at which a succession of

still screens are captured from the _layback picture.

AST : Every 0.3 seconds

NORM : Every 0.6 seconds

SLOW : Every 1.0 seconds

DISPLAY (See page 19.)

ro select the desired type of display

and counter indication displayed on the

LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder.

_C.RESET (See page 19.)

Setting to ON resets the counter to zero.

DATE/rIME (See page 19.)

[he date and time can be set and

displayed on the screen.

li_ CLOCK-SET (See 13.)

When set to ON, the date and time can

page

be set on the screen. LCD/EVF SETTING (See page 23.)

Setting to ON displays the menu for adjustmg the LCD brightness, color

level, and the EVF brightness.

[ Photo Rec Mode Menu Screen ]

[ Photo Play Mode Menu Screen ]

[0_3;]w]l-"L=lUlllI_[rl

"_ oOFF ON

- DCF NO. OOFF ON

• SELECT:ROTATE JOG KEY

• SET :PUSH JOG KEY

"EXIT :PUSH MENU KEY,

REC MODE (See page 32.)

To select Photo Rec Mode.

DISPLAY (See page 34.)

Select to OFF to cancel all Displays on the screen.

DCF (See page 34.) Select to OFF to cancel DCF No. on

the screen.

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

Battery Remaining

FULL

Tape Remaining

(AY-DVM30EA) (AY-DVM6OEA)

R0:30 R1:00

! !

"R(_:OI_- -'RI);O()-

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

tape starts moving.

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

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

_Playback Effect (See page 44.)

This display appears when SEPIA or

MONO is selected in VCR menu.

iTape Speed Indication (See page 15.)

Indicates the tape speed (SP or LP).

Display ON/OFF and Counter/Time Code

The indication switches as shown

below when the desired "DISPLAY" mode is selected from the menu.

(See pages 16, 18.)

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

LinearTime Counter Memory Counter

Time Code

Memory Counter M 0:00:00

The Palmcorder will stop whenever it

reaches the point where the counter was previously set to M 0:00:00 during audio

dub, fast forward, or rewind. Time Code OhOOm00s00f The Palmcorder calculates and displays

exactly where you are on any tape in terms

of hours, minutes, seconds, and frames

(30 frames = I second).

• This display can not be reset.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

• Display must be set to ON for MF, AE,

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

when selected.

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

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Volume Display (See page 27.)

The volume bar appears when the

volume of the built-in speaker is being

adjusted.

_Date and Time Indication

(See pages 16, 18.)

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

is selected from the Palmcorder's MENU (see pages 16, 18) or the DATE/TIME Button is pressed on the remote (optional).

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IWIND-CUT_

O, Tape Mode Indications

REC PHOTO

PAUSE PLAY RD

CHK

FF REW

<3<3

BLANK

Recording. PhotoShot recording.

Paused during recording. Playback.

Repeat Playback. Recording Check.

Fast forward. Rewind. FF Search.

REW Search. Blank Search.

Index Search.

12:34"$6AM 1

JAN 2 2001

DATE/TIME

JAN 2 2001 1

OFF DATE

WARNING indication

(See page 21 .)

The warning dtsplays appear in the

EVF and the LCD momtor.

O WIND-CUT indication

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

(See page 16.)

This display appears when MAGICVU

ts set to ON.

_), Digital EIS Indications

(See page 39.)

_Zoom Magnification Level

(See page 40.)

_ Manual Focus Indication

(See page 47.) White Balance Indication

(See page 42.)

PROGRAM-AE Indication

(See page 43.)

_ Backlight Indication

(See page 47 )

O Shutter Mode indication

(See page 48.)

The following warning displays appear in the EVF and the LCD monitor.

If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode without a cassette inserted

TAPE NOT

INSERTED

'_" will flash and "TAPE NOT INSERTED" will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will not start.

If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode with the cassette sliding

CHECK

RECTAB

record tab opened, "_" will flash and "CHECK REC TAB" will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will not start.

_, f ,e

CANNOT REC

,, I •

--BEND--

• I •

TAPE END

INCOMPATIBLE

TAPE

NEED HEAD

CLEANING

REMOTE

CANNOT REC

LP-MODE

-- WARNING --

/11_%

DEW D_ECTED

% \ | # S

--WAFINING --

d #- I '_ %

LOW SA'B'ERY

When Audio dub is performed and the sliding record tab is open, or a blank portion of tape is detected, '_" will flash and "CANNOT REC" will appear for 5 seconds.

When the tape is about to end in REC mode, "1_ END" will flash and "TAPE END" will appear for 5 seconds.

When an incompatible tape is detected, "INCOMPATIBLE TAPE" will appear for 5 seconds.

If the video heads require cleaning, "NEED HEAD CLEANING"

will appear for 5 seconds. When the Palmcorder and remote are not set to the same mode

(VCR1 or VCR2), "CHECK REMOTE MODE" appears for 5

seconds. Also appears when the Palmcorder is first turned on. When an AUDIO DUB is attempted on a pre-recorded LP tape,

"CANNOT REC LP-MODE" will appear for 5 seconds.

If excessive moisture condenses in the unit, "WARNING" will

flash, "DEW DETECTED" will appear, and the Palmcorder will

automatically turn OFF _n 15 seconds. In this case, wait until the indicator no longer flashes when your Palmcorder is turned ON again.

When a battery recharge _s necessary, "WARNING" will flash, "LOW BATTERY" will appear, and the Palmcorder will

automatically turn OFF in 15 seconds. (See page 19.) When the built-in lithium clock battery Is discharged, "CLOCK

BATTERY" will appear. To re-charge the lithium clock battery,

CLOCK BATTERY connect the AC Adaptor to the Palmcorder. Recharging takes

approx. 4 hours. Reset the clock after charging.

INCOMPATIBLE If you play tape recorded in a format other than NTSC or you try to

DATA copy a copy-protected data. "INCOMPATIBLE DATA" wdl appear.

NO SPACE LEFT

When a still _mage is transferred from a tape to an already full

Memory Card, "NO SPACE LEFT" appears. If the Palmcorder is in M-CARD mode or Photo Title (CAMERA

DISCONNECTDV mode) and the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) is connected,

CABLE "DISCONNECT DV CABLE" appears. In this case, remove the DV

Interface Cable (i.LINK) from the Palmcorder.

Remove the lens cap and clip it to the hand

strap.

Clip here

Before you begin

• Connect the Palmcorder to a power |

• source. (See pages 11, 12.) |

Insert a cassette with record tab closed.[ (See page 6.) J

Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER Lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position. EVF

POWER ZOOM Switch

Vision

Adjustmenl

Control

Lamp

3REC/PA'USE Button

POWER

Switch

WARNING:

• Do not leave the Palmcorder with the

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

of the EVF.

• Do not lift, or carry, the Palmcorder by the EVF or the LCD Monitor.

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REC/PAUSE mode

With the Viewfinder Eye Cup up to

your eye, adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your eyesight.

(See page 9,)

Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.

• "REC" is displayed on the screen.

Press REC/PAUSE again to pause recording.

• To reduce microphone wind noise,

set the WIND-CUT to ON. (See WIND- CUT on page 15.)

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

a vertical bar may appear in the p=cture. This is a normal characteristic of the CCD

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

To conserve power

fter 5 minutes, the Record/Pause mode

ill automatically change to Standby mode. o resume recording, set POWER to OFF nd then ON again.

You can gradually zoom in for close ups or zoom out for wide angle shots. Zoom slowly : by lightly pressing the 'q" (Telephoto) or the "W" (Wide Angle) side of the

POWER ZOOM Sw=tch.

Zoom quickly : by applying more pressure.

_EFJF_

• The zooming speed ranges from a slow 22 seconds to a fast 2 seconds according to the amount of pressure apphed to the POWER ZOOM Switch.

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

1LCD-OPEN

-Before you begin

Connect the Palmcorder to a power 1

i source. (See pages 11, 12.) |

(SeelnSertpageacassette6.)with record tab closed I

Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD

monitor.

Button 2

90 ° color of the LCD monitor if necessary.

To adjust the LCD BRIGHTNESS

or COLOR

A Press MENU to d_splay the ma=n menu

screen.

B Rotate JOG KEY to select r_

_J=JiTJT_t_ from the main menu screen.

(See pages 16, 18.)

C Press JOG KEY to display the LCD/

EVF SETTING screen.

D Press JOG KEY to select

LCD BRIGHTNESS or LCD COLOR,

then rotate JOG KEY to adjust.

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

• The LCD monitor will automatically turn on.

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

save power.

• Adjust the LCD Brightness and/or

Please refer to "To adjust the LCD BRIGHTNESS or COLOR" below.

Start recording. (See page 22.)

• Using the LCD monitor will reduce battery operating time.

• Close the LCD monitor completely when

not in use.

LCD BRIGHTNESS

LOWI I [ I .... HIGH

LCD COLOR

LOWl I I I .... HIGH

EVF BRIGHTNESS

LOWI I J I .... HIGH

[--]

•SELECT' PUSH JOG KEY

"SET ROTATE JOG KEY

EXIT 'PUSH MENU KEY

EPress MENU twice to exit this mode.

Rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so _t

faces the same direction as the lens to record yourself (CAMERA mode).

The p_cture in the LCD monitor will appear reversed.

Set_to MIRROR (see page 15) in the Camera mode menu screen to see

the picture as it is actually being recorded.

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

mode.

1EDIT SEARCH

You can visually search for scenes in CAMERA mode to maintain proper

continuity when taping.

1 Switch

Press EDIT SEARCH _ briefly in the

REC/PAUSE mode.

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

to the REC/PAUSE 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.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

• The POWER Lamp lights red.

• Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.

2, 3REC/

PAUSE Button

In REC/PAUSE mode, hold down

EDIT SEARCH _ to perform a

forward visual search or EDIT SEARCH _ to perform a reverse

v_sual search. Releasing the button stops the search.

Press REC/PAUSE to continue recording.

I'u'vR_

• During Edit Search, the picture will become mosaic in both << and

search, the sound wdl be muted in

reverse visual search.

• Make sure the SP/LP tape speed sethng

is the same as the recording to ehminate

distortion during edit search.

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