Panasonic PV-DV953 Operating Instruction

Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Model No. PV-DV953

Mini

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.

Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

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

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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Things You Should Know

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. 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. PV-DV953

Serial No.

Safety Precautions

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

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

It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Palmcorder with the

mark be used.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

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.

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.

FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15

of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-DV953 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

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.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR

EQUIVALENT TYPE.

≥Since this product gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such

as a bookcase or similar unit.

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

11) Grounding or Polarization—This video unit may be

Important Safeguards

1) Read Instructions—All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2) Retain Instructions—The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3) Heed Warnings—All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4) Follow Instructions—All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5) Cleaning—Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6) Attachments—Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous.

7) Water and Moisture—Do not use this video unit near water- for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8) Accessories—Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven

equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

12) Power-Cord Protection—Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

13) Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin 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.

surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9) Ventilation—Slots and

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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.

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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.

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810 - 20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810 - 21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PARTH)

Important Safeguards

17) Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.

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

19) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects have

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

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operating instructions, as an

improper adjustment of other controls may result in

damage and will often require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the video unit to its

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

been damaged. f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in

performance — this indicates a need for service.

20) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

21) Safety Check— Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order.

Precautions

USE & LOCATION

≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and

≥DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN OR

≥DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF

≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO

≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the

≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PALMCORDER OR THE POWER

≥STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Store and handle

CARE

≥TO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not use strong or

≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of

≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ...

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.

OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF

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.

unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.

SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

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.

abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorder body.

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.

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.

This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.

This Product has fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.

End User License Agreement (for USB Driver and DV STUDIO)

You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Matsushita”), its distributors or dealers from which you made the purchase.

Article 1 License Licensee is granted the right to use the software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the Software are not transferred to Licensee.

Article 2 Use by a Third Party Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or allow any third party, whether free of charge or not, to use, copy or modify the Software, except as expressly provided for in this Agreement.

Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software Licensee may make a single copy of the Software in whole or in part solely for back-up purpose.

Article 4 Computer Licensee may only use the Software on a single computer at a single location.

Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Matsushita, or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of the Software.

Article 6 Limitation of Liability The Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. Further, Matsushita does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Matsushita or any of its distributors or dealers will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.

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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.

G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement

YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT WHICH CONSTITUTES YOUR AGREEMENT AS END USER FOR THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN THAT PACKAGE. BY INSTALLING THIS SOFTWARE, YOU INDICATE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS LIMITED USE SOFTWARE LICENSE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, PROMPTLY RETURN THE DISK PACKAGE AND THE ACCOMPANYING ITEMS WITH YOUR SALES RECEIPT TO YOUR VENDOR.

LIMITED USE SOFTWARE LICENSE

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Contents

Before Using

Standard Accessories ......................................................... 8

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

To View the Playback Picture.............................................. 9

Controls and Components................................................. 10

Remote Controller............................................................. 12

Power Supply .................................................................... 14

Charging Time and Available Recording Time.................. 14

Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap ......................................... 15

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................................ 16

Inserting a Cassette .......................................................... 16

Turning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting Modes ........ 17

Using the Viewfinder ......................................................... 17

Using the LCD Monitor ...................................................... 17

Using the Menu Screen..................................................... 18

List of Menus..................................................................... 19

Setting Date and Time....................................................... 23

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge..................................... 23

LP Mode............................................................................ 23

Audio Recording Mode...................................................... 23

CAMERA Mode

Recording.......................................................................... 24

PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette........................ 25

Zoom In/Out Functions...................................................... 26

Digital Zoom Function ....................................................... 26

Optical Image Stabilizer Function...................................... 27

Fade In/Out Functions....................................................... 27

Cinema Function and Wide Function ................................ 28

Backlight Compensation Function..................................... 28

MagicPix Function............................................................. 28

Wind Noise Reduction Function ........................................ 29

Recording in Special Situations (Program AE).................. 29

Recording with a Fixed Brightness

(AE Lock Function)........................................................ 29

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment.................................... 30

Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) .................................. 30

Manual Focus Adjustment................................................. 30

Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance).................... 31

Adjusting White Balance Manually .................................... 31

Advanced Functions.......................................................... 32

Using the Auto Pop-up Flash ............................................ 33

Digital Effect Functions...................................................... 34

VCR Mode

Playing Back...................................................................... 36

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back........................... 36

Slow Motion Playback ....................................................... 37

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback................................ 37

Finding the End of a Recording

(Blank Search Function)................................................ 37

Index Search Functions..................................................... 38

Playback Zoom Function................................................... 39

Playback Digital Effect Functions...................................... 39

Playing Back on Your TV .................................................. 41

Audio Dubbing................................................................... 41

Special Features

Using a Memory Card........................................................42

Recording on the Memory Card.........................................42

Playing Back Files from the Memory Card ........................45

Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette .......46

Slide Show.........................................................................47

Creating a Title ..................................................................48

Inserting a Title ..................................................................48

Protecting the Files on a Memory Card from Accidental

Erasure (File Lock)......................................................... 49

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card................49

Formatting a Memory Card................................................50

DPOF Setting.....................................................................50

Copying your DV Cassette to an S-VHS or VHS Cassette

(Dubbing) .......................................................................51

Copying an S-VHS or VHS Cassette to your

DV Cassette...................................................................51

Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment

(Dubbing) .......................................................................52

Using the Software with a Computer .................................53

Using USB Driver...............................................................53

Installing USB Driver..........................................................54

Connecting Computer and Palmcorder ............................. 55

Using as a Web Camera....................................................56

Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE.........................................58

Using the G.726 Audio Decoder........................................59

Using the ArcSoft Software................................................60

To disconnect USB cable safely.........................................62

If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall)........... 62

Notes .................................................................................63

Others

Indications..........................................................................64

Warning/Alarm Indications.................................................66

Notes & Precautions..........................................................67

Cautions for Use................................................................73

Explanation of Terms.........................................................76

Specifications.....................................................................77

Palmcorder Accessory System..........................................78

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers) ....................................................79

Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions)....... 80

Request for Service Notice ................................................82

Limited Warranty (For USA Customers) ............................83

Customer Services Directory .............................................84

Warranty (For Canadian Customers).................................85

Index ..................................................................................86

Spanish Quick Use Guide/

Guía española para el uso rápido.................................. 87

Before Using

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Standard Accessories

Illustrated on the left are accessories packaged with the Palmcorder.

1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (l 14)

≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.

CAUTION:

This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC. Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug. We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor (VJSS0070) in an area which has special AC outlets.

2) Battery Pack (l 14)

≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.

3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery (l 12, 13)

4) MagicWire Remote Control

5) Lens Cap (l 15)

6) A/V Cable (l 41)

7) Shoulder Strap (l 16)

8) SD Memory Card (l 63)

9) CD-ROM:

USB Driver for Panasonic DVC (l 54) DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (l 58) G.726 Audio Decoder (l 59) ArcSoft Software (l 60)

≥Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 2001. ArcSoft,

the ArcSoft logo, ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0, ArcSoft PhotoBase 4.0, ArcSoft Panorama Maker 3.0 and PhotoPrinter 4.0 are trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc.

≥Microsoft

trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.

≥Intel

trademarks of the Intel Corporation.

≥All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these instructions

are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.

≥The names of the products you are using may differ from the names given in

the text. Depending on the operating environment and other factors, the contents of the screens used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will see on your screen.

≥Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English

for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well.

≥In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Terminal

is referred to as Palmcorder.

≥These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal

computer or define any terms. For this information, refer to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer.

10) USB Cable (l 53)

Windows®, NetMeeting® and DirectX®, are registered

, Pentium®, and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or

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Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor

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screen featuring a total of approximately 200,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

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Quick Guide

1 Charge the Battery. (l 14)

≥Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and plug it into the AC Wall

Outlet.

≥Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. (This will start the charging

process.)

≥The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and charging starts.

When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.

≥Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected

to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it.

2 Attach the Charged Battery to the Palmcorder. (l 14)

5, 6

CAMERA

VCR

CARD P.B.

OPEN/ EJECT

PUSH

≥Slide the [OPEN/EJECT]

1 Lever toward the front and pull down to

open the Cassette Compartment.

≥Insert the Cassette. ≥Press [PUSH CLOSE]

2 to load the Cassette.

≥Close the outside compartment Cover.

4 Start recording. (l 24)

3 Insert the Cassette. (l 16)

≥Turn the Palmcorder on. (l 17) ≥Rotate the Switch ≥Press the ≥Press the

To View the Playback Picture

3 to [ON]. (The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up.) 4 Button. (Recording starts.) 4 Button again to pause the recording.

5 Switch to the VCR Mode, rewind the tape, and play the tape

(l 36)

back.

≥Set the ≥Press the ≥Press the ≥Press the

5 Switch to VCR mode. (The [VCR] Lamp lights up.)

6 Button. (Rewind the tape.) 7 Button. (Playback starts.) 8 Button. (Playback stops.)

CAMERA

VCR

CARD P.B.

WEB CAMERA

6 Turn the Palmcorder off. (l 17)

≥Set the 9 Switch to [OFF].

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Controls and Components

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13) 16)15)

8)7)

WEB CAMERA

TITLE

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6)5)

12)11)

CAMERA STILL

MULTI/P-IN-P

SEARCH SEARCH

MAGIC PIX

10)

TELE JUMP

23)

22)

21)

20)

19)

CAMERA

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VCR

CARD P.B.

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1) LCD Monitor (l 17, 75)

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≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some

tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

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2) LCD Monitor Open Tab [PUSH OPEN] (l 17)

3) Accessory Shoe

≥Accessories, such as a stereo microphone (not supplied), are attached

here.

4) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l 36) Reverse Search Button [SEARCHs] (l 24) Recording Check Button [S] (l 24)

5) Play Button [1] (l 36, 45, 47)

6) Fast Forward/Cue Button [5]

(l 36)

Forward Search Button [SEARCHr] (l 24)

7) MAGICPIX Button [MAGICPIX] (l 28)

8) Stop Button [∫] (l 36, 45, 47) Web Camera Button [WEB CAMERA] (l 56)

9) Still Button [;] (l 37, 45, 47) Camera Still Button [CAMERA STILL] (l 25)

10) 1.5 Times Tele Jump Zoom Button [TELE JUMP] (l 26)

11) Title Button [TITLE] (l 48)

12) Multi-Picture Button [MULTI] (l 35, 40) Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] (l 35)

13) Tape/Card Selector [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] (l 24, 42)

14) Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] (l 42)

15) Card Slot (l 42)

16) Card Slot Cover (l 42)

17) Viewfinder (l 17, 75)

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≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some

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tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

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18) Eyepiece Corrector Knob (l 17)

19) Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] (l 14)

20) Menu Button [MENU] (l 18)

21) Multi-Function Dial [PUSH] (l 18, 23, 30, 36, 37)

22) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 25, 42, 43)

23) Zoom Lever [W/T] (l 26)

24) Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (l 16)

25) Easy-Grip Strap (l 15)

26) Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD P.B.] (l 18, 24, 36, 45)

27) Recording Start/Stop Button (l 24, 44)

28) Off/On Mode Selector Switch [OFF/ON/MODE] (l 17, 24, 36)

29) Battery Holder (l 14)

30) Shoulder Strap Holders (l 16)

31) Tripod Receptacle

≥Use for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripod.

32) Lens Cap String Holder (l 15)

33) Focus Ring (l 30)

31) 33)30)29)

34)

35)

43)

MIC

A/V IN/OUT PHONES/REMOTE

USB

44) 45)

36)

DIGITAL STILL

PICTURE

41) 42)

38)

40)

39)

37)

46)

47)

48)

49)

50)

34) Reset Button [RESET] (l 80)

35) Speaker

36) Cassette Compartment Cover (l 16)

37) Cassette Holder (l 16)

38) Cassette Holder Close Button [PUSH CLOSE] (l 16)

39) Sub Recording Start/Stop Button [REC] (l 24)

40) S-Video Input/Output Jack [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] (l 41)

41) Digital Still Picture Terminal [DIGITAL STILL PICTURE]

42) DV Input/Output Terminal [DV] (l 52)

≥Connect this to the digital video equipment.

43) Microphone Jack [MIC] (l 70)

≥Connecting with an external microphone or audio equipment. (When

this Jack is in use, the built-in microphone does not operate.)

44) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack [A/V IN/OUT] (l 41) Headphone Jack [PHONES] (l 69) MagicWire Remote Control Jack [REMOTE] (l 12)

≥Connecting an AV Cable or MagicWire Remote Control to this Jack

activates the Palmcorder’s built-in speaker, but connecting a headphone, etc. deactivates it.

≥When plugging the pin plug of the AV cable into the AV output terminal,

plug it in as far as it goes.

45) USB Jack [USB] (l 55)

46) Lens Hood (l 75)

47) Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)

≥LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica microsystems IR GmbH and

DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

48) Flash Sensor (l 33)

49) Remote Control Sensor (l 13)

50) Rec Lamp (l 24)

51) Auto Pop-up Flash (l 33)

52) Microphone (Built-in, stereo)

53) White Balance Sensor (l 31, 76)

54) Optical Image Stabilizer Button [OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER] (l 27)

55) Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] (l 28)

56) Fade Button [FADE] (l 27)

57) Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/AE LOCK] (l 24, 29, 30, 31)

58) Focus Button [FOCUS] (l 30)

59) White Balance Button [W.B.] (l 31)

51)

54)

55)

56)

52)

MEGA

OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER

BACK LIGHT

FADE

53)

AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK

FOCUS

W.B.

57)

58)

59)

11)

12)

13)

14)

15)

26)

27)

28)

29)

30)

Remote Controller

Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Palmcorder,

DATE/

OSD

TIME

RESET

COUNTER

MULTI/

¥REC

P-IN-P

PLAY

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61 5

STILL ADV

PAUSE

;

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VAR.

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

DATE/

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COUNTER

RESET

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PLAY

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61 5

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P.B.DIGITAL

DATE/

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RESET

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PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

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START/

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ZOOM

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SET

ITEM

START/

STOP

ZOOM

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ITEM

START/

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ITEM

most of the Palmcorder functions can be operated from a distance.

Remote Controller Buttons

1) Date and Time Button [DATE/TIME] (l 66)

2) Indication Output Button [OSD] (l 41)

3) Counter Reset Button [RESET] (l 76)

4) Indication Shift Button [COUNTER] (l 66)

5) Multi-Picture/Picture-in-Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P] (l 35, 40)

6) Recording Button [REC] (l 51, 52)

7) Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] (l 41)

8) Upward Direction Button [π] (for Playback Zoom Function) (l 39)

9) Left/Right Direction Button [∑, ∏] (for Playback Zoom Function)

(l 39)

10) Downward Direction Button [∫] (for Playback Zoom Function) (l 39)

10)

11) Slow Motion/Still Advance Button [E, D] (E : reverse direction, D: normal direction) (l 37)

12) Index Search Button [:, 9] (:: reverse direction, 9: normal direction) (l 38)

13) Selection Button [SELECT] (l 39)

14) Store Button [STORE] (l 39)

15) Off/On Button [OFF/ON] (l 39)

16) Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL] (l 26, 36, 39)

17) Variable Speed Search Button [VAR.SEARCH] (l 36)

18) Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] (l 39)

19) Speed Selection Button [π, ∫] (for Variable Speed Search Function) (l 36)

16)

The following buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the Palmcorder.

20) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 25, 42)

21) Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] (l 24)

22) Title Button [TITLE] (l 48)

23) Menu Button [MENU] (l 18)

17)

24) Item Set Button [SET] (l 18)

18)

25) Item Select Button [ITEM] (l 18)

19)

26) Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] (l 36)

27) Play Button [1] (l 36, 45)

28) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l 36)

29) Pause Button [;] (l 37, 45)

30) Stop Button [∫] (l 36, 45)

ª MagicWire Remote Control

This controller allows the scene to be shot in various angles, high to low and is also convenient when a Tripod is used. When you do not use this

20)

controller, attach the clip to the Easy-Grip Strap for convenience. This controller allows the camera to be used more conveniently by a

21)

left-handed user. ≥When using the MagicWire Remote Control, plug its connector into the [A/V

22)

IN/OUT], [PHONES], [REMOTE] Jack of the Palmcorder as far as it goes.

1 Recording Start/Stop Button [REC] 2 Zoom Lever [W/T] 3 PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT]

23)

24)

25)

1 2 3

ª Inserting the Button-type Battery

Before using the remote controller, insert the supplied button-type battery.

1 While pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery Holder. 2 Insert the button-type battery with the imprint (i) facing

upward.

3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.

≥When the button-type battery becomes weak, replace it with a new CR2025

battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about one year. However, it depends on operation frequency.)

≥Be sure to match the poles properly when inserting the battery.

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Warning

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or incinerate. Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor.

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Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

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ª Using the Remote Controller 1

Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor on the Palmcorder and press the desired button.

≥Distance from the Palmcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters) ≥Angle: Within approximately 5o in the upward, and 15o in the downward

and horizontal directions from the central axis

≥The above operating ranges are for indoor use. Outdoors, or under strong

light, the equipment may not operate properly even within the above ranges.

≥Within 3 feet (1 meter) range, you can also use the Remote Controller on

the side (the LCD Monitor side) of the Palmcorder.

Selecting Remote Controller Modes

When two Palmcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Controller Modes. ≥If the Remote Controller Mode on the Palmcorder and Remote Controller do

not match, [REMOTE] is displayed.

Setting on the Palmcorder:

Set [REMOTE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Controller Mode.

Setting on the Remote Controller:

[VCR1]: Press the [D] Button and [∫] Button simultaneously. [VCR2]: Press the [E] Button and [∫] Button simultaneously. 2 ≥When the battery in the Remote Controller is replaced, the Mode is

automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode.

Power Supply

ª Using the AC Adaptor 1

Insert the battery-shaped connector of the DC Cable into the

Battery Holder on the Palmcorder.

2 Connect the DC Cable to the [DC OUT] Jack on the AC

Adaptor.

3 Connect the AC Adaptor and AC Cable.

≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug cannot be pushed fully into the AC Adaptor

Jack. A gap will remain as shown

≥Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/

ON/MODE] Switch on the Palmcorder to [OFF] and make sure that [CAMERA/VCR/CARD P.B.] Lamps are not lit.

≥Battery cannot be charged if DC Cable is connected to AC Adapter.

ª Using the Battery

Before use, fully charge the battery.

1 Attach the Battery to AC Adaptor and charge it.

≥Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected

PUSH

BAT T

to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it.

≥The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging

starts.

≥When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.

2 Attach the charged Battery to the Palmcorder.

Disconnecting the Power Source

Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch 1 to [OFF], and while pressing the [PUSH BATT] Button upward to disconnect it.

≥When attaching or removing battery, set [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to

[OFF] and make sure the Operation Mode Lamp is not lit.

≥When the Palmcorder is used for a long time, the Camera body becomes

warm, but this is not a malfunction.

≥If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up, although the Battery is attached to

the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.

2, slide the Battery or battery-shaped connector

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Charging Time and Available Recording Time

CGR-D16

CGP-D28

CGR-D53

2 h.

2 h 20 min. (2 h.)

3 h 15 min.

4 h 05 min. (3 h 25 min.)

5 h 20 min.

7 h 40 min. (6 h 25 min.)

A Charging Time

B Maximum Continuous Recording Time

≥“1 h 20 min.” indicates 1 hour and 20 minutes. ≥Battery CGR-D16 is supplied. ≥The hours shown in the table are approximate hours. The numeric

characters in parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD monitor is used. In actual use, the available recording time may be shorter in some cases.

≥The hours shown in the table are for continuous recording at a temperature

of 68xF (20xC) and humidity of 60%. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer.

Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap

ª Attach the Lens Cap

To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.

1 Pass the end of the Lens Cap String through the Lens Cap

String holder.

2 Pass the other end of the String through the loop made by

the String itself and pull it toward the direction indicated by an arrow.

≥The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the Easy-Grip Strap 1. (When

you are not recording, be sure to keep the Lens Cap attached to the Lens for protection.)

ª Adjust the Easy-Grip Strap

Adjust the length of the Easy-Grip Strap to the size of your hand.

1 Detach the tip of the Easy-Grip Strap and adjust the length of

it.

2 Reattach the tip of the Easy-Grip Strap.

ª To Use as a Free Style Easy-Grip Strap

Using the Easy-Grip Strap as the Free Style Easy-Grip Strap makes it easier to handle and carry the Palmcorder. the MagicWire Remote Control.

Detach the tip of the Easy-Grip Strap from the Lens Cap String Holder and adjust the length of it.

Attach the Easy-Grip Strap around your wrist.

1 It is also more convenient to use with

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going outdoors to record so as to avoid dropping the Palmcorder.

1 Pass the tip of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder

Strap Holders on the Palmcorder and pull the Shoulder Strap.

2 Fold the tips of the Shoulder Strap, pass it through the

Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster, and pull it.

≥Pull it out more than 1 inch (2 cm) 1 from the Shoulder Strap Length

Adjuster so that it cannot slip off.

≥Please perform this step on the other side as well.

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Inserting a Cassette

OPEN/

EJECT

PUSH

R E C

SAVE

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever toward the front and pull

down to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

2 Insert a Cassette. 3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH CLOSE]

Button.

4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

≥In the case of using a previously recorded Cassette, you can use the

Camera Search Function to find the position where you want to continue recording.

≥If a new Cassette is inserted, rewind to the beginning of the tape before

starting to record.

If the Cassette Holder Does Not Go Back in:

≥Press the [PUSH CLOSE] mark and close the Cassette Compartment

Cover firmly.

≥Turn off the Palmcorder and then turn it on again. ≥Check if the Battery charge is low.

If the Cassette Holder Does Not Come Out:

≥Close the Cassette Compartment Cover completely. Then, open it

again.

≥Check if the Battery is weak.

ª Accidental Erasure Prevention

Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 on the cassette (by sliding it in the [SAVE] arrow direction) prevents recording. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure protection slider (by sliding it in the [REC] arrow direction.)

CAMERA

VCR

CARD P.B.

1, 2

180x 90x

LCD/EVF SET

LCD BRIGHTNESS

LOW||||----HIGH

LCD COLOR LEVEL LOW||||----HIGH

EVF BRIGHTNESS LOW||||----HIGH

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

Turning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting Modes

Turn on the power first and then select Modes.

ª How to Turn on the Power 1

Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON] while pressing the Button

≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up.

ª How to Switch Modes

Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch.

≥With each rotate, the Mode switches in the order of Camera Mode, VCR

Mode, and Card Playback Mode.

≥The appropriate Mode Lamp lights up.

ª How to Turn off the Power

Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF] while pressing the

Button

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Using the Viewfinder

Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read.

1 Tilt up the Viewfinder.

≥The Viewfinder can also be pulled out for use. ≥Do not pull on the Eyecup to extend the Viewfinder.

2 Adjust the Viewfinder by sliding the Eyepiece Corrector

Knob

Using the LCD Monitor

With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it.

1 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON]. 2 Press the [PUSH OPEN] Button 2 and, at the same time,

bring out the LCD Monitor about 90x in the direction of the arrow.

≥The Viewfinder goes off.

3 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired

recording angle.

≥The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180x 3 from the vertical

position to the upward direction and a maximum of 90x downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Palmcorder.

Closing the LCD monitor

Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.

ª Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

When [LCD/EVF SET] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-menu is set to [YES], the following items are displayed:

LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS]

Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen.

LCD Color Level [LCD COLOR LEVEL]

Adjusts the color saturation of the image on the LCD screen.

Brightness of the Viewfinder [EVF BRIGHTNESS]

Adjust the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder.

Press the [PUSH] Dial and select the item you want to adjust.

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial and increase or decrease the number of the vertical bars on the Bar Indication.

≥The Bar Indication has 8 steps. A larger number of vertical bars

indicates stronger brightness or color saturation.

Increasing the Brightness of the Entire LCD Monitor

Set the [LCD MODE] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu to [BRIGHT].

To Change the Picture Quality of the LCD Monitor

Set the [LCD AI] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu to [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: The screen image becomes clear and vivid. (The effect varies

according to the recording scene.)

≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded images. ≥For other notes, see page 75.

4 to the

2 3

CAMERA

VCR

CARD P.B.

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

DIGITAL EFFECT

CARD SETUP

MULTI-PICTURES

RECORDING SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

DEMO MODE

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

DIGITAL EFFECT

CARD SETUP

MULTI-PICTURES

RECORDING SETUP

AV IN/OUT SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DELETE CARD FILE

CARD EDITING

DISPLAY SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

2, 3, 4, 5

1, 2

SHUTTER/IRIS/

VOL/JOG

VCR FUNCTIONS

CARD FUNCTIONS

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OSD

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MULTI/

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INDEX INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

Using the Menu Screen

To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setting, this Palmcorder displays various function settings on menus.

1 Press the [MENU] Button.

≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the [OFF/ON/

PUSH

MODE] Switch

≥When the [CAMERA] Lamp is on, the Camera Function Menu is

displayed.

≥When the [VCR] Lamp is on, the VCR Function Menu is displayed. 3 ≥When the [CARD P.B.] Lamp is on, the Card Function Menu is

displayed.

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select a desired Sub-Menu.

2 3 Press the [PUSH] Dial to display the selected Sub-Menu. 4 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select the item to be set. 5 Press the [PUSH] Dial to set the selected item to a desired

Mode.

≥With each press of the [PUSH] Dial, the cursor [1] brings up a

subsequent Mode. Menu items that cannot be used in combination with the selected menu items are displayed in dark blue.

≥While a Menu is displayed, you cannot begin to record or play back. Menus

can be displayed during playback but not during recording.

≥The above operations can be carried out using the Remote Controller.

(l 12)

≥To display the Menu, press the [MENU] Button

Controller.

≥To select items on the Menu, press the [ITEM] Button

Remote Controller.

≥To set the mode for the selected items, press the [SET] Button

on the Remote Controller.

To Exit the Menu Screen

Press the [MENU] Button again.

About the Menu Mode Setting

The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Palmcorder is turned off. However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning the Palmcorder off, the selected setting may not be retained. (But, the setup of [EFFECT2] (l 34) is not retained.)

≥Menu operation flow is shown in this text by >>.

ª File Selection in the Card Playback Mode

A File Selection Operation may be necessary during Menu Operations. In this case, carry out the following procedure.

1 Turn the [PUSH] Dial and select a file.

≥The selected file is marked by a frame 8.

2 Press the [PUSH] Dial to confirm the selection of the file.

≥After the above File Selection Procedure, carry out the various Menu

Operations. (The above procedure will not be repeated in the following instructions.)

5 7

SET

1 is displayed.

5 on the Remote

6 on the

PICTURE

No.25 100-0012

10)

11)

CAMERA SETUP

PROG.AE OFF 5 7

PROGRESSIVE AUTO ON OFF D.ZOOM OFF 25k 700k CINEMA OFF ON REC MODE NORMAL FRAME ASPECT 4:3 16:9

RETURN ---- YES

ZEBRA OFF ON MIC LEVEL ADJ. ---- YES PICTURE ADJ. ---- YES COLOR BAR OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

4 Ω º

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

List of Menus

The illustrations of the Menus are for explanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus.

Camera Mode Main-Menu [CAMERA FUNCTIONS]

[CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu

1) Auto Exposure Mode [PROG.AE] (l 29)

2) Progressive PhotoShot Mode [PROGRESSIVE] (l 25)

3) Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] (l 26)

4) Cinema-like Format Recording [CINEMA] (l 28)

5) Recording Mode [REC MODE] (l 25)

6) Wide Mode [ASPECT] (l 28)

7) Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

[ADVANCED FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

8) Zebra Pattern [ZEBRA] (l 32)

9) Microphones Sensitivity Level [MIC LEVEL ADJ.] (l 32)

10) Picture Adjustment [PICTURE ADJ.] (l 32)

11) Color Bar [COLOR BAR] (l 32)

DIGITAL EFFECT

EFFECT1 OFF MULTI P-IN-P

12)

WIPE MIX STROBE GAIN UP TRAIL MOSAIC MIRROR EFFECT2 OFF NEGA SEPIA

13)

RETURN ---- YES

14)

PICTURE SIZE

15)

PICTURE QUALITY FINE NORMAL ECONOMY

16)

MPEG4 MODE

17)

LOW LIGHT SHOT OFF AUTO

18)

CREATE TITLE

RETURN ---- YES

19)

SCAN MODE STROBE MANUAL

20)

SPEED FAST NORMAL SLOW SWING OFF ON

21)

P-IN-P 1 2 3 4

22)

RETURN ---- YES

B/W SOLARI

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

CARD SETUP

SUPERFINE FINE NORMAL

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

MULTI-PICTURES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

2048k1496 640k480

---- YES

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu

12) Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1] (l 34)

13) Digital Effects 2 [EFFECT2] (l 34)

[CARD SETUP] Sub-Menu

14) Picture Size [PICTURE SIZE] (l 43)

15) Picture Quality [PICTURE QUALITY] (l 43)

16) MPEG4 Picture Quality [MPEG4 MODE] (l 44)

17) Low Light Recording [LOW LIGHT SHOT] (l 42)

18) Title Creation [CREATE TITLE] (l 48)

[MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu

19) Multi-Picture Mode [SCAN MODE] (l 35)

20) Strobe Multi-Picture Speed [SPEED] (l 35)

21) Swing Mode [SWING] (l 35)

22) Position of Small Picture inside Normal Picture [P-IN-P] (l 35)

23)

24)

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26)

27)

28)

29)

30)

RECORDING SETUP

REC SPEED SP LP AUDIO REC 12bit SCENEINDEX 2HOUR DAY WIND CUT OFF ON ZOOM MIC OFF ON FLASH

RED EYE REDUCTION FLASH LEVEL s NORMAL r

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

16bit

ON AUTO OFF

OFF ON

[RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu

23) Recording Speed Mode [REC SPEED] (l 23)

24) Audio Recording Mode [AUDIO REC] (l 23, 41)

25) Index Mode [SCENEINDEX] (l 38)

26) Wind Noise Reduction [WIND CUT] (l 29) ≥If this function is set to [ON], the sound of wind hitting the microphone

can be reduced for recording.

27) Zoom Microphone [ZOOM MIC] (l 26)

28) Flash [FLASH] (l 33)

29) Red Eye Reduction [RED EYE REDUCTION] (l 33)

30) Flash Level [FLASH LEVEL] (l 33)

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DISPLAY SETUP

DATE/TIME OFF D/T DATE C.DISPLAY COUNTER MEMORY TIMECODE C.RESET ---- YES DISPLAY ALL PARTIAL OFF LCD AI ON OFF LCD MODE NORMAL BRIGHT LCD/EVF SET ---- YES RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

OTHER FUNCTIONS

REMOTE VCR1 VCR2 OFF REC LAMP OFF ON BEEP SOUND OFF ON SHTR EFFECT OFF ON CLOCK SET ---- YES SELF REC NORMAL MIRROR VOICE POWER SAVE OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

DEMO MODE OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DEMO MODE

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

31) Date and Time Indication [DATE/TIME] (l 66)

32) Counter Display Mode [C.DISPLAY] (l 66)

33) Counter Reset [C.RESET] (l 76) ≥Set the counter value to zero. However, it cannot reset the Time Code.

34) Display Mode [DISPLAY] (l 66)

35) LCD Artificial Intelligence [LCD AI] (l 17)

36) LCD Brightness [LCD MODE] (l 17)

37) LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment [LCD/EVF SET] (l 17)

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

38) Remote Controller Mode [REMOTE] (l 13)

39) Recording Lamp [REC LAMP] (l 24)

40) Beep Sound [BEEP SOUND] (l 67)

41) Shutter Effect [SHTR EFFECT] (l 25)

42) Date and Time Setting [CLOCK SET] (l 23)

43) Self-Recording [SELF REC] (l 25)

44) Voice Power Save [VOICE POWER SAVE] (l 72)

[DEMO MODE] Sub-Menu

45) Demonstration Mode [DEMO MODE] ≥If no operation takes place for approximately 10 minutes after the AC

Adaptor was connected to the Palmcorder and the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch was turned to [ON] without inserting a Cassette, the Palmcorder is automatically set to Demonstration Mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the Demonstration Mode is cancelled. The Demonstration Mode can be started by setting [DEMO MODE] to [ON] and by exiting the Menu. To terminate the Demonstration Mode, insert a Cassette or set the [DEMO MODE] to [OFF].

10)

11)

12)

13)

14)

PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

BLANK SEARCH ---- YES RECORD TO CARD ---- YES SEARCH PHOTO SCENE 12

bit

AUDIO ST1 ST2 MIX

AUDIO OUT STEREO L R

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DIGITAL EFFECT

EFFECT OFF ON EFFECT SELECT OFF MULTI WIPE MIX STROBE NEGA SEPIA B/W TRAIL SOLARI MOSAIC MIRROR

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

CARD SETUP

PICTURE QUALITY FINE NORMAL ECONOMY MPEG4 MODE SUPERFINE FINE NORMAL CREATE TITLE ---- YES

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

MULTI-PICTURES

SCAN MODE STROBE MANUAL PHOTO SCENE SPEED FAST NORMAL SLOW SWING OFF ON

VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS]

[PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

1) Blank Search [BLANK SEARCH] (l 37)

2) Recording to Card [RECORD TO CARD] (l 43)

3) Index Search Mode [SEARCH] (l 38)

4) Audio Selector [12bit AUDIO] (l 41)

5) Audio Output Mode [AUDIO OUT] (l 70)

6) Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu

7) Digital Effect On/Off [EFFECT] (l 39)

8) Digital Effect Selection [EFFECT SELECT] (l 39)

[CARD SETUP] Sub-Menu

9) Picture Quality [PICTURE QUALITY] (l 43)

10) MPEG4 Picture Quality [MPEG4 MODE] (l 44)

11) Title Creation [CREATE TITLE] (l 48)

[MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu

12) Multi-Picture Mode [SCAN MODE] (l 35, 40)

13) Strobe Multi-Picture Speed [SPEED] (l 35, 40)

14) Swing Mode [SWING] (l 35, 40)

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

15)

16)

17)

18)

19)

20)

21)

RECORDING SETUP

REC SPEED SP LP AUDIO REC 12bit AUDIO LEVEL ---- YES

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

AV IN/OUT SETUP

AV JACK IN/OUT OUT/PHONES A.DUB INPUT MIC AV IN DV OUT OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DISPLAY SETUP

DATE/TIME OFF D/T DATE C.DISPLAY COUNTER MEMORY TIMECODE C.RESET ---- YES DISPLAY ALL PARTIAL OFF REC DATA OFF ON LCD AI ON OFF LCD MODE NORMAL BRIGHT LCD/EVF SET ---- YES RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

OTHER FUNCTIONS

REMOTE VCR1 VCR2 OFF CLOCK SET ---- YES

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

16bit

[RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu

15) Recording Speed Mode [REC SPEED] (l 23)

16) Audio Recording Mode [AUDIO REC] (l 23, 41)

17) Audio Level [AUDIO LEVEL] (l 70)

[AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu

18) AV Jack [AV JACK] (l 41, 51, 69)

19) Audio Dubbing Input [A.DUB INPUT] (l 41)

20) AD Conversion Output [DV OUT] (l 52)

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

21) Camera Data [REC DATA]

≥If you set [REC DATA] to [ON], the settings (shutter speed (l 30), iris

(l 30) and white balance settings (l 31), etc.) used during the

recordings are displayed during playback. [---] appears on the display when there is no data.

≥The settings information may not displayed properly if the camera data

of this Palmcorder are played back on other equipment.

The camera data will not be recorded in the following cases:

≥When the data are recorded from a card to a tape. ≥When recording proceeds with no input signals supplied. ≥When recording involves the use of the S-Video or AV Input Jack. ≥When pictures with no camera data are recorded using the DV

Terminal.

≥When displaying a list of titles.

All of the other items on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

≥Same as described on page 20.

DELETE CARD FILE

DELETE FILE

RETURN ---- YES

BY SELECTION DELETE ALL FILES DELETE TITLE

BY SELECTION

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

Card Playback Mode Main-Menu [CARD FUNCTIONS]

[DELETE CARD FILE] Sub-Menu

1) Selecting and deleting a File [DELETE FILE BY SELECTION] (l 49)

2) Deleting All Files [DELETE ALL FILES] (l 49)

3) Selecting and Deleting a Title [DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION] (l 49)

CARD EDITING

RECORD TO TAPE ---- YES FILE SEARCH ---- YES FILE LOCK ---- YES SLIDE SHOW ---- YES DPOF SETTING ---- YES CARD FORMAT ---- YES

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DISPLAY SETUP

DATE/TIME OFF D/T DATE C.DISPLAY COUNTER MEMORY TIMECODE C.RESET ---- YES DISPLAY ALL PARTIAL OFF LCD AI ON OFF LCD MODE NORMAL BRIGHT LCD/EVF SET ---- YES RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

OTHER FUNCTIONS

REMOTE VCR1 VCR2 OFF CLOCK SET ---- YES VOICE POWER SAVE OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

10)

FILE SEARCH

11)

DELETE FILE FILE LOCK

12)

DPOF SETTING

13)

EXIT

14)

[CARD EDITING] Sub-Menu

4) Recording to Cassette [RECORD TO TAPE] (l 46)

5) Searching a File [FILE SEARCH] (l 46)

6) Setting the Lock [FILE LOCK] (l 49)

7) Setting a Slide Show [SLIDE SHOW] (l 47)

8) Setting DPOF [DPOF SETTING] (l 50)

9) Formatting a Card [CARD FORMAT] (l 50)

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

≥Same as described on page 20.

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

≥Same as described on page 20.

Short-Cut Menus of the Card Playback Mode

If you use the Short-Cut Menu, the Card Playback Mode Menu can be called up quickly. Press the [PUSH] Dial to display the Short-Cut Menu, and turn the [PUSH] Dial to select the desired Menu.

10) [FILE SEARCH]:

The [FILE SEARCH] Menu for finding files by number appears. (l 46)

11) [DELETE FILE]:

The [DELETE FILE] Menu for deleting the file being displayed appears. (l 49) Use this Menu after the file to be erased appears.

12) [FILE LOCK]: The [FILE LOCK] Menu to prevent the accidental erasure of files (Lock Setting) being displayed appears. (l 49) Use this Menu after the file to be locked appears.

13) [DPOF SETTING]: The [DPOF SETTING] Menu for performing the DPOF settings for the displayed picture appears. (l 50) Use this Menu after the picture whose DPOF settings are to be performed has appeared.

14) [EXIT]: For terminating the Short-Cut Menu.

CLOCK SET

YEAR :2003

MONTH :OCT DAY :20 HOUR : 8PM MINUTE:46

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

1, 3 1, 2

SHUTTER/IRIS/ VOL/JOG

PUSH

Setting Date and Time

1 Press the [MENU] Button and rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].

2 Rotate and press the [PUSH] Dial to select [YEAR]/[MONTH]/

[DAY]/[HOUR]/[MINUTE] and set it to a desired value.

≥Year will cycle in the order shown below.

2000 ) 2001 ) ... ) 2089 ) 2000 ) ...

3 Press the [MENU] Button to finish setting the date and time.

≥The clock operation starts from [00] seconds. ≥The menu will disappear when the [MENU] Button is pressed again.

≥It is possible that the built-in clock in the Palmcorder may become

inaccurate. Please check the time before recording. If the [0] Indication is flashing, charge the built-in lithium battery and reset the date and time.

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Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock. When the [0]

Indication

1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Palmcorder with the power

1 is lit, the internal lithium battery is almost or already discharged.

turned off and then connect to the AC Jack.

≥After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium battery can power the

clock for approximately 3 months.

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

DIGITAL EFFECT

CARD SETUP

MULTI-PICTURES

RECORDING SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

DEMO MODE

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

RECORDING SETUP

REC SPEED SP LP

AUDIO REC 12bit SCENEINDEX 2HOUR WIND CUT OFF ZOOM MIC ON FLASH RED EYE REDUCTION FLASH LEVEL NORMAL RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

REC SPEED SP

AUDIO REC

SCENEINDEX 2HOUR WIND CUT OFF ZOOM MIC ON FLASH ON RED EYE REDUCTION FLASH LEVEL NORMAL RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

RECORDING SETUP

12bit

OFF

16bit

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LP Mode

A desired recording speed can be selected with [REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu.

If LP Mode is selected, the recording time becomes 1.5 times longer than that of SP Mode.

Although the image quality does not decrease with the LP Mode recording, mosaic-like noise patterns may appear on a playback image, or some normal functions may be restricted. ≥The contents that are recorded in LP Mode are not completely compatible

with other equipment.

≥Audio Dubbing is not possible with LP Mode. (l 41)

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Audio Recording Mode

The sound quality of the recorded sound can be selected with [AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu. High sound-quality recording is possible with “16bit 48kHz 2 track” Mode. With the “12bit 32kHz 4 track” Mode, the original sound can be recorded on 2 tracks in stereo, while the other 2 tracks can be used for re-recording.

3, 4

CAMERA Mode

CAMERA

VCR

CARD P.B.

AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK

FOCUS

W.B.

Recording

1 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON].

≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. 1

Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector towards

[TAPE].

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

≥Recording starts. ≥After the [RECORD] indicator is displayed, it changes to [REC].

≥The Rec Lamp (LED Lamp) 3 lights up during recording and alerts

those being recorded that recording is in progress. The Rec Lamp does not light up if the [REC LAMP] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-menu

is set to [OFF].

≥For certain recording angles, it may be more convenient to use the

[REC] Button

4 as the Recording Start/Stop Button.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to pause the

CARD

TAPE

CARD MODE

recording.

≥[PAUSE] is displayed. 5 ≥If the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 5 minutes, the

power is turned off automatically for tape protection and power conservation. To resume recording from this condition, turn on the power again.

REC

≥When recording while the Mode Selector Switch is set to [AUTO]

6, the

Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus and white balance. (In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually.) (l 30, 31)

≥Before turning on the power, remove the Lens Cap. If the Lens Cap is

still attached when the power is turned on, Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function correctly. (l 31)

ª To Check the Recording

By pressing the [S] Button 7 in the Recording Pause Mode, you can play back the last few seconds of the recorded scene. ≥For recording check, the Palmcorder must be the same as the recording

speed Modes (SP/LP) used for the recording. Otherwise the playback images will be distorted.

ª To View the recorded scene while the Recording is

paused

The recorded scene can be viewed by holding down the [SEARCHj] Button

(Camera Search)

7 or [SEARCHi] Button 8 in the Recording Pause Mode.

The Camera Search Function is useful for finding the starting point of a new scene to create a smooth transition from one scene to another. ≥When the [SEARCHj] Button is pressed, images are played back in the

reverse direction.

≥When the [SEARCHi] Button is pressed, images are played back in the

forward direction.

≥In Camera Search Mode, images may contain mosaic-like noise patterns.

This is a phenomenon that is characteristic of digital video and not a malfunction.

≥If the recording speed Modes (SP/LP) of previous recording and new

recording are different, playback images may be distorted.

RECORD

REC

ª To Finish the Recording

Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF].

PAUSE

ª Self-Recording

By opening the LCD Monitor and turning it so that it faces forward (to the lens side), you can let the subject in front of the Palmcorder monitor the shot while shooting is in progress. ≥When the LCD Monitor is opened, the Viewfinder is disabled automatically.

However, when the LCD Monitor is rotated forward, the image is also shown in the Viewfinder.

≥If you prefer to have the image on the LCD Monitor to look like an image in

a mirror, set [SELF REC] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [MIRROR]. (Mirror Mode) Images are recorded normally and no left and right reversal occurs.

≥If [MIRROR] is used during self-recording, only the basic indications, such

as the Recording Indication [ ] (Red) or [¥], Recording Pause Indication [ ] (Cyan) or [¥;] and Remaining Battery Power Indication [x], are displayed.

≥If a general Warning/Alarm Indication [°] appears, return the LCD Monitor

to the original position in order to check the specific content of the Warning/ Alarm Indication.

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PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette

With this function, you can record still pictures with sound for approximately 7 seconds each on the Cassette.

PHOTO

SHOT

CARD

TAPE

CARD MODE

PHOTO

CAMERA STILL

PHOTO

SHUTTER/IRIS/ VOL/JOG

PUSH

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [TAPE]. 2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording Pause

Mode.

≥The Palmcorder records a still picture for about 7 seconds and then

switches back to the Recording Pause Mode.

≥PhotoShot Recording results in slightly inferior image quality.

ª Progressive PhotoShot

With the Progressive PhotoShotTM Mode, you can record still pictures with higher resolution than with the normal PhotoShot Function. ≥After setting [PROGRESSIVE] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-menu to [ON]

or [AUTO], press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording Pause Mode. [æ] is displayed.

≥This Function may not work with some function settings. (l 67) ≥If you select Card Mode, [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [ON].

Mode

ª Continuous PhotoShot

If the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is held down with the [SHTR EFFECT] of the Sub-Menu [OTHER FUNCTIONS] set to [ON], the Palmcorder will record still images without interruptions every 0.7 seconds until the button is released. ≥The screen blinks and, at the same time, a shutter clicking sound is

recorded. (This function, however, is not enabled when Progressive PhotoShot is set to [ON] or [AUTO].)

ª Digital Still Picture

When the [CAMERA STILL] Button 2 is pressed, images become still pictures. When the Button is pressed again, the Digital Still Picture Mode is cancelled. ≥We recommend that you press the [CAMERA STILL] Button first at the

position where you want to record the picture and then press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥For other notes, see page 67.

ª Frame Moving Pictures (Frame Mode)

Frame moving-picture recording makes it possible to obtain natural still pictures with a high picture quality, even when the scenes involve a lot of movement recording frame still pictures continuously at a rate of 30 frames a second. (It is also possible to record sound.)

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >>

[REC MODE] >> [FRAME].

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

≥It is not possible to use the digital modes of [EFFECT1]. ≥Set [REC MODE] to [NORMAL] for regular recording.

Zoom In/Out Functions

The Zoom Function can be used to record objects close by or to achieve a

wide-angle shot.

1 For wide-angle shots (zoom out):

Press the [W/T] zoom lever towards [W]. For close-ups (zoom in): Press the [W/T] zoom lever towards [T].

≥Zoom magnification is displayed for a few seconds. ≥Generally speaking, when the [W/T] zoom lever is pressed farther towards

[W] or [T], the zooming speed gradually increases.

1tW

5tW

TELE JUMP

10tW

JUMP

Z.MIC

ª 1.5 Times Tele Jump Zoom Function

By pressing the [TELE JUMP] Button, the image on the screen will be instantly magnified 1.5 times. ≥The [ ] Indication appears.

JUMP

≥You cannot use the 1.5 Times Tele Jump Zoom Function in the Card Mode. ≥Operating the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch cancels the

Zoom Function.

1.5 Times Tele Jump

ª Taking Close-up Shots of Small Subjects (Macro

Close-up Function)

When the zoom magnification is 1a, the Palmcorder can focus on a subject that is as close as approximately 1.4 inches (35 mm) from the lens. With this feature, small subjects such as insects can be recorded.

ª To Use the Zoom Microphone Function

Along with the zooming operation, the microphone’s directional angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds. ≥Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [ZOOM MIC]

>> [ON]. (The [Z.MIC] Indication is displayed.

≥The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding

noise is too loud.

≥When the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is set to [CARD], the Zoom

Microphone Function does not work.

≥The Zoom Microphone Function is also applied for the 1.5 Times Tele Jump

Zoom Function.

≥For other notes, see page 67.

SHUTTER/IRIS/ VOL/JOG

PUSH

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Digital Zoom Function

This function is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1k to 10k magnification. With the Digital Zoom Function, you can select a magnification of 25k or 700k.

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >>

[D.ZOOM] >> [25

≥25k: Digital zooming to 25k ≥700k: Digital zooming to 700k

t] or [700t].

2 To zoom in or out, press the [W/T] zoom lever towards [T] or

towards [W].

Canceling the Digital Zoom Function

Set [D.ZOOM] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-menu to [OFF].

25tW

D.ZOOM

≥As the magnification of digital zoom increases, the quality of image may

deteriorate.

≥White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom range.

PHOTO

SHOT

EIS EIS

1, 3

MEGA

OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER

MEGA

Optical Image Stabilizer Function

If you are recording in unstable situations and the Palmcorder is shaky, you can use this function to correct for camera shake in these images. ≥If the Palmcorder shakes too much, this function may not be able to stabilize

images being recorded.

1 Press the [OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER] Button until the

MEGA

1 appears.

2 appears.

[EIS] Indication

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button or [PHOTO SHOT]

Button to start recording.

MEGA EIS (Optical Image Stabilizer) Function

This function increases the effect. MEGA EIS (Optical Image Stabilizer) Function will only work when performing Card Photo Shot Function. We recommend MEGA EIS for Card PhotoShot Function.

3 Press the [OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER] Button repeatedly

until the [ EIS] Indication

To Cancel the Optical Image Stabilizer Function

Press the [OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER] Button repeatedly until neither of the [EIS] nor the [ EIS] Indication appears.

≥Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may change or colors may not

look natural.

≥After-images may appear. ≥We recommend that you turn off the Image Stabilizer Function when a

Tripod is in use.

1, 3

FADE

1 2

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Fade In/Out Functions

Fade In 1

Fade In brings out images and sounds gradually from a black screen at the beginning of a scene.

1 Hold down the [FADE] Button while the Palmcorder is set to

the Recording Pause Mode.

≥The image fades out gradually.

2 When the image is completely gone, press the Recording

Start/Stop Button to start recording.

3 Release the [FADE] Button about 3 seconds after starting

recording.

≥The image reappears gradually.

Fade Out

Fade Out causes images and sounds to disappear gradually, leaving a black screen at the end of a scene.

1 Hold down the [FADE] Button while recording.

2 About 3 seconds after the image is completely gone, press

3 Release the [FADE] Button.

≥Fading-in and fading-out cannot be used when recording still pictures in the

PhotoShot Mode, Digital Still Picture Mode, Multi-Picture Mode, and for the small still picture in the Picture-in-Picture Mode.

≥The image fades out gradually.

the recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording.

CINEMA

Cinema Function and Wide Function

SHUTTER/IRIS/ VOL/JOG

PUSH

16:9

ª Cinema Function

This function is for recording in a cinema-like wide screen.

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >>

[CINEMA] >> [ON].

≥Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen. 1

To Cancel the Cinema Mode

Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [CINEMA] >> [OFF].

ª Wide Function

This function is for recording in a cinema-like wide screen.

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >>

[ASPECT] >> [16:9].

≥The picture stretches vertically. 2 ≥Wide-screen TV equipped with S-Video picture terminal and Zoom/

Wide features is required to view 16:9.

To Cancel the Wide Mode

Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [ASPECT] >> [4:3].

≥For other notes, see page 67.

BACKLIGHT

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Backlight Compensation Function

This function prevents a recording subject from being recorded too dark in backlight. (Backlight is the light that shines from behind a recording subject.)

1 Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button.

≥The [ª] Indication 1 flashes and then is displayed.

To resume normal Recording

Press the Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT].

≥When the [BACK LIGHT] Button is pressed, the entire screen becomes

brighter.

≥By operating the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch, the Backlight Compensation

Function is cancelled.

≥This function cannot be used when the Iris is set.

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MagicPix Function

This function allows you to record brighter color images in a dark place without using a light.

1 Press the [MAGICPIX] Button.

≥The [MAGICPIX] Indication 1 appears.

MAGIC PIX

MAGICPIX

To Cancel the MagicPix Function

Press the [MAGICPIX] Button.

≥For other notes, see page 68.

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