Panasonic PV-GS36 User Manual

Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Model No.

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.

PV-GS36

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LSQT1035 B

Things You Should Know

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Date of Purchase

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Serial No.

Safety Precautions

WARNING :

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

Your mode. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorders with the mark be used.

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

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.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

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 a well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

WARNING

AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

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Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Panasonic Model No. : PV-GS36 Responsibility Party : Panasonic Corporation of North America Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number : 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

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.

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 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.

U.S.A. 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.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it will be left unused for long

periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Precautions

USE & LOCATION

WARNING

● TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder 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 Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.

CAUTION

● DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

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

● DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed

car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder.

● AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

TEMPERATURE ...

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

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER

●

If the unit is suddenly

OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

● STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Store and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Camcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

● TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder body.

● TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Camcorder lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

● TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR

CAMCORDER ... Before handling your

Camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Contents

Before Using

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

Safety Precautions ............................................... 2

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

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

Standard Accessories ........................................ 10

Parts Identification and Handling ....................... 10

Power Supply ..................................................... 11

Charging Time and Available Recording Time .. 12

To Use as a Grip Belt ........................................ 13

Re-attaching the Lens Cap ................................ 13

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................. 13

Inserting/Removing a Cassette .......................... 14

Using a Memory Card (Optional) ....................... 15

Turning on the Camcorder ................................. 15

Setting Date and Time ....................................... 16

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor ..................... 17

Easy to Use Mode Dial ...................................... 18

How to Use the Joystick Control ........................ 18

Using the Menu Screen ..................................... 20

Selecting Language ........................................... 21

List of Menus ..................................................... 21

LP Mode ............................................................ 24

Recording Mode

About Recording ................................................ 25

Recording on a Tape ......................................... 25

Recording “Simultaneous Motion/

Still Record Mode” ........................................... 26

To Check the Recording .................................... 26

Finding the End of Recording

(Blank Search Function) .................................. 26

Recording a Still Picture on a Card

(Photoshot) ...................................................... 26

Recording Yourself ............................................ 28

Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light ...... 28

Quick Start ......................................................... 29

Self-timer Recording .......................................... 29

Zoom In/Out Functions ...................................... 30

Digital Zoom Function ........................................ 30

Image Stabilizer Function .................................. 31

Fade In/Out Functions ....................................... 31

Backlight Compensation Function ..................... 32

MagicPix Function ............................................. 32

Soft-Skin Mode .................................................. 33

Wind Noise Reduction Function ........................ 33

Cinema Function ................................................ 33

Recording in Special Situations

(Scene Mode) .................................................. 34

Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance) .... 35

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment .................... 36

Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) ................... 37

Manual Focus Adjustment ................................. 38

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Playback Mode

With a PC

Playing Back a Tape .......................................... 39

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back ........... 40

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback ................ 40

Playing Back a Memory Card ............................ 40

Slide Show ......................................................... 41

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card .............. 42

Writing Printing Data on a Card

(DPOF Setting) ................................................ 43

Protecting the Files on a Card (Lock Setting) ... 43

Formatting a Card .............................................. 44

Playing Back on Your TV ................................... 44

Editing Mode

Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR

(Dubbing) ......................................................... 45

Using the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing) .............................................. 45

Recording from a Tape onto a Card .................. 46

PC Connection With DV Interface Cable ........... 46

Using Camcorder with a PC .............................. 47

Using the USB Function ................................... 47

To disconnect USB cable safely ........................ 49

Using as a Web Camera .................................... 50

If you no longer need software or driver

(Uninstall) ......................................................... 53

Transferring Motion DV Tape Pictures (Camcorder→Macintosh) via DV Cable

(iMovie / iMovie HD) ........................................ 53

Notes ................................................................. 54

Others

Indications .......................................................... 56

Warning/Alarm Indications ................................. 57

Cautions for Use ................................................ 58

Before Requesting Service

(Problems and Solutions) ................................ 61

Using the RESET button .................................... 64

Explanation of Terms ......................................... 64

Specifications ..................................................... 66

Camcorder Accessory System .......................... 67

Camcorder Accessory Order Form .................... 68

Request for Service Notice ................................ 69

Limited Warranty ................................................ 70

Customer Services Directory ............................. 71

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido

........................................................................... 72

Guía rápida ........................................................ 73

Index .................................................................. 75

Quick Guide

Using the Battery

1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and

charge it.

• Before use, fully charge the Battery.

• Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.

• The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging starts.

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

2 Attach the charged Battery to the

Camcorder.

Inserting a Cassette

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever

the front and pull up to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

• To protect the tape, if the cover is not fully opened, the cassette holder cannot be ejected.

toward

2 After the Cassette Holder is opened, insert

a Cassette.

Inserting a Card

1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN]

and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow.

2 Open the Card Slot Cover

Knob

3 While holding the Memory Card with its

cut corner facing right 4 insert it into the Card Slot 5.

4 Close the Card Slot Cover

securely.

Turning on the Camcorder

• Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder before turning on the power.

 How to Turn on the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON] while

pressing the button 1.

• The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red.

 How to Turn off the Power

2 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] while

pressing the button 1.

• The [STATUS] Indicator goes off.

3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the

[PUSH] mark 2.

4 Only after the Cassette Holder is

completely housed, close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark

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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 Pull the Viewﬁ nder.

2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector

Knob 1.

Recording on a Tape

1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording

Mode.

• The [ TAPE RECORDING MODE] is displayed on the screen.

Playing Back a Tape

1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode.

• The [ TAPE PLAYBACK MODE] is displayed on the screen.

• The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen.

2 Move the Joystick Control [◄]

the tape.

[One-Touch Navigation icon]

to rewind

Before Using

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

• Recording starts.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button

again to pause the recording.

Recording a Still Picture on Card (Photoshot)

1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording

Mode.

• The [ CARD RECORDING MODE] is displayed on the screen.

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

3 Move the Joystick Control [▲]

playback.

4 Move the Joystick Control [▼]

playback.

to start

to stop

Playing Back a Card

1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback

Mode.

• The [ CARD PLAYBACK MODE] is displayed on the screen.

• The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen.

[One-Touch Navigation icon]

2 Start Playback.

Joystick Control [▲] : Starting the Slide Show

Joystick Control [▼] : Erase the pictures Joystick Control [◄] : Playing back the previous

Joystick Control [►] : Playing back the next picture

Stop the Slide Show

picture

Before Using

Standard Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with your Camcorder.

Parts Identification and Handling

 Camcorder

3 4 5

PV-DAC14D K2CA2CA00025

K2GJ2DC00011

2) 3) 4)

CGR-DU06

K2KC4CB00020 LSFC0018

AY-DVM60EJ

1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (pp. 11~12)

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/KZDB4ZE00001) in an area which has special AC outlets.

2) Battery Pack (p. 12)

3) AV Cable (pp. 44, 45)

4) Shoulder Strap (p. 13)

5) Mini DV Tape (60 min.) (p. 14)

879

LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN] (p. 17)

LCD Monitor (pp. 15~17, 61)

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.

Card Access Lamp (p. 15)

Reset Button [RESET] (pp. 62~64)

DC Input Jack [DC IN] (p. 11)

Battery Holder (p. 12) Mode Selector Switch

[AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (pp. 25, 34~38)

Card Slot Cover (p. 15)

Card Slot (p. 15)

A/V

 How to Turn off the Demo Mode

To terminate the demonstration mode, insert a cassette or set the [ DEMO MODE] to [OFF] as follows.

1 Set [ SETUP] >> [ DEMO

MODE] >> [OFF].

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Lens Hood (p. 61)

Lens

White Balance Sensor (p. 36) Zoom Lever [W/T] (p. 30)

Volume Lever [– / VOL +] (pp. 39, 40)

Microphone (built-in, stereo) (pp. 30, 33)

Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT]

(pp. 44, 45)

• Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder’s built-in speaker.

• When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes.

Mode Dial (p. 18)

Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 25)

Joystick Control (pp. 18, 20) Light Button [LIGHT] (p. 28)

Before Using

191720

Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (p. 14)

Cassette Holder (p. 14)

Cassette Compartment Cover (p. 14) DV Input/Output Terminal (pp. 45~46, 53)

• Connect this to the digital video equipment.

USB Jack [ ] (pp. 48, 50)

• It is only compatible with USB 2.0 PCI Card and/or connection.

Speaker (p. 39)

Built-in LED Light (p. 28)

Viewfinder (pp. 15~17, 61)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

Eyepiece Corrector Knob (p. 17) Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT]

30 31

27 28

(pp. 26, 27)

Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 13)

Power Switch [OFF/ON] (p. 15) Status Indicator [STATUS] (pp. 15~16, 29)

28 29

Menu Button [MENU] (p. 20)

Grip Belt (p. 13) Tripod Receptacle

• This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the Operating Instructions for how to attach the tripod to the Camcorder.)

• You cannot open the Card Slot Cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.

Battery Eject Switch

[BATTERY RELEASE] (p. 12)

Power Supply

Using the AC Adaptor

• Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that [STATUS] Indicator is not lit. (pp. 15~16)

1 Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder. 2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor. 3 Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor

and the AC Jack.

Using the Battery

Before use, fully charge the Battery.

• We recommend using a Panasonic Battery.

• We cannot guarantee the quality of this Camcorder when batteries from other companies are used.

1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and

charge it.

2 Put the Battery on the Battery Mount by

aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

• Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.

• The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging starts.

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

• When the battery is completely discharged, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks at first, but the battery is charged normally. When the temperature of the battery is too high or low, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual.

3 Attach the charged Battery to the

Camcorder.

 Disconnecting the Power Source

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF], and while sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] Switch, remove the Battery downward or DC Cable.

• When attaching or removing Battery, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and make sure the [STATUS] Indicator is not lit.

• Hold down the battery with your hand so it

does not fall.

Notes:

• When the Camcorder has been 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.

Charging Time and Available Recording Time

Supplied battery CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh)

Optional battery CGA-DU12 (7.2 V / 1 150 mAh)

Optional battery CGA-DU21 (7.2 V / 2 040 mAh)

Charging Time

Maximum Continuous Recording Time

Intermittent Recordable Time

(The intermittent recordable time refers to recordable time when the recording and stopping operations are repeated.)

• “1 h 40 min.” indicates 1 hour and 40 minutes.

• Battery CGR-DU06 is supplied.

• The times shown in the table are approximate times. The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewfinder is used. The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is used. In actual use, the available recording time may be shorter.

• The times shown in the table are for continuous recording at a temperature of 25 °C (77 °F) and humidity of 60 %. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer.

• We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU12 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording.)

• The available recording time becomes shorter if you use both of Viewfinder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when rotating the LCD Monitor forward to record yourself.

• The batteries heat up after use or charging. The Camcorder being used will also heat up. This is normal.

• Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the display will change:

→ . If the battery discharges, then

(

) will flash.

1 h 40 min.

1 h 50 min. (1 h 25 min.)

55 min. (45 min.)

2 h 25 min.

3 h 15 min. (2 h 40 min.)

1 h 40 min. (1 h 20 min.)

3 h 55 min.

5 h 45 min. (4 h 30 min.)

2 h 55 min. (2 h 15 min.)

→ → →

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To Use as a Grip Belt

Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand.

1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

• When not using the Lens Cap, pull the Lens Cap Cord in the direction of the arrow.

• When you are not recording, be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection.

Before Using

2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the

size of your hand.

3 Reattach the Grip Belt.

Re-attaching the Lens Cap

To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.

• The Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord come preattached to the Grip Belt.

• When you remove the Lens Cap, press the knobs firmly.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Camcorder.

1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap

through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Camcorder.

2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap, run

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.

1 Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord

through the attached eye on the Lens Cap. Then pass the Lens Cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight.

• Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way.

Inserting/Removing a Cassette

• Please use Genuine Panasonic DVC Tapes for more information please contact your local dealer or visit www.panasonic.com.

• For your reference if you travel frequently you should also purchase a Panasonic head cleaning tape AY-DVMCLA and use when HEAD CLOG message appears on the LCD/EVF of your Camcorder.

1 Fit the AC Adaptor or the Battery and turn

on the Power.

2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever toward the

front and pull up to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

• To protect the tape, if the cover is not fully opened, the cassette holder cannot be ejected.

3 After the Cassette Holder is opened,

insert/remove a Cassette.

• When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown in the above, and then securely insert it as far as it goes.

• When removing, pull it straight out.

4 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the

[PUSH] mark 1.

• The Cassette Holder is housed.

Caution :

Before closing the Cassette Holder 2, be sure your fingers have not been placed underneath the Cassette Holder as shown below. This may cause your fingers to jam in the cassette holder.

Do not place fingers here.

[Bottom View]

5 Only after the Cassette Holder is

completely housed, close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark

 When the Cassette Holder does not

come out

• Close the Cassette Compartment Cover completely, and then open it again completely.

• Check if the battery has run down.

• Check if the Cassette Compartment Cover is in contact with grip belt as shown below. If so, be sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when opening.

 When the Cassette Holder cannot be

housed

• Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again.

• Check if the battery has run down.

Notes:

• After use, be sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position. (p. 60)

• If the indicator of the condensation does not display on the LCD screen and/or Viewfinder and you notice condensation on the lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise condensation may be formed on the heads or the cassette tape. (p. 59)

• When inserting a previously recorded Cassette, use the Blank Search Function (p. 26) to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you overwrite-record on a previously recorded cassette, be sure 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 recording.

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

• When the Cassette Holder is in action, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark.

• Close the Cassette Compartment Cover tightly.

• When closing the Cassette Compartment Cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.

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Accidental Erasure Prevention

Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider

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

Using a Memory Card (Optional)

A Card can be used to record still pictures.

• Use a genuine SD Memory Card manufactured by

Panasonic only.

Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure to turn off the Camcorder.

• Otherwise, the Camcorder may not function

properly or it may cause the loss of recorded data in a Card.

Inserting/Removing a Card

1 Turn off the Power. 2 Open the LCD Monitor and then open the

Card Slot Cover.

 Concerning the Card

• Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.

• Do not format the card with another Camcorder or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable.

• Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of the Camcorder or the card may damage or erase the data stored on the card. We recommend saving important data on a personal computer by using a USB Cable, PC Card Adaptor, and USB Reader/Writer.

 SD Memory Card

• The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of capacity to protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a Camcorder, personal computer or other equipment.

Card Access Lamp

While the Camcorder is accessing the Card (reading, recording, playback or erasing), the Card Access Lamp lights up.

• While the Card Access Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Camcorder, or to turn the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the Card, and recorded data, and cause the Camcorder to malfunction.

Before Using

3 While holding the Memory Card with its

cut corner facing right 1, insert/remove it into/from the Card Slot.

4 Close the Card Slot Cover securely.

 Removing the Card

Open the Card Slot Cover and press the center of the Card and then pull it straight out.

• After removing the Card, close the Card Slot Cover.

• The Camcorder may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted.

 Concerning the Write Protection

Switch on the SD Memory Card

The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to [LOCK], you cannot write to the card, erase the data on it, or format it. If it is moved back, you can.

Turning on the Camcorder

Turn on the power first and then select modes

 How to Turn on the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON] while

pressing the button 1.

2 Open the LCD Monitor or extend the

Viewﬁ nder to use.

• The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red and turn on the power.

• The LCD Monitor or Viewfinder will be activated.

 How to Turn off the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] while

pressing the button 1.

• The [STATUS] Indicator goes off when the power turns off.

• In Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode, if the [OFF/ON] Switch is set to [ON] while the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder are closed, the power turns off.

How to turn the power on and off with the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

When the [OFF/ON] Switch is set to [ON], the power can be turned on and off with the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder when the unit is in Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode.

1 Open the LCD Monitor or extend the

Viewﬁ nder to use.

• The LCD Monitor or the Viewfinder will be activated.

2 Close the LCD Monitor and retract the

Viewﬁ nder.

• The power will not turn off if the LCD Monitor is closed and the Viewfinder is retracted.

• The [STATUS] Indicator off and the power turns off. (If Quick Start is set to [ON] (p. 29), the unit goes into Quick Start standby mode and the [STATUS] Indicator lights Green.)

• Even if the LCD Monitor is closed or the Viewfinder is retracted while recording on a tape, the power does not turn off. (The Viewfinder stays lit up.)

automatically goes

3 Open the LCD Monitor or extend the

Viewﬁ nder again.

Setting Date and Time

When the Camcorder is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time.

• If the screen shows the incorrect Date/Time, then adjust it.

SET DATE AND TIME

YES

SETUP ENTER EXIT

• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Set [ BASIC] >> [ CLOCK SET] >>

[YES].

CLOCK SET

JAN .01.2006 12:00AM

SETUP

SET ENTER EXIT

2 Move the Joystick Control [◄] or [►] to

select the item to be set. Then move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to set the desired value.

• Year will cycle in the order shown below. 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...

3 Press the Joystick Control to ﬁ nish setting

the date and time.

• The clock operation starts from [00] second.

• If the built-in battery is weak, the [ flashes. In this case, charge the built-in battery.

• The clock uses the 12-hour system.

 About date/time

• The Date and Time function are driven by a built-in lithium battery.

• Make sure to check the time before recording because the built-in clock is not very accurate.

] Indication

• The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red and turn on the power.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

 Recharging the built-in lithium battery

If [ ] or [--] is appears when the Camcorder is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has run down. Use the steps below to charge the battery. When the battery is inserted for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. Connect the AC adaptor to the Camcorder or place the battery on the Camcorder, and the builtin lithium battery will be recharged. Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the [OFF/ON] Switch is set to [OFF], the battery is still being recharged.)

Using the Viewfinder/ LCD Monitor

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 Pull the Viewﬁ nder.

• The Viewfinder will be activated.

2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector

Knob.

2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to

the desired recording angle.

• The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180°

from the vertical position upwards

and a maximum of 90° direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Camcorder.

• The brightness and color level of the LCD Monitor can be adjusted from the Menu.

• If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the Camcorder may be damaged or fail.

• Check that the Card Slot Cover is closed before closing the LCD Monitor.

• If the LCD Monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens and the Viewfinder is opened (when recording yourself), the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder simultaneously light.

 Closing the LCD Monitor

Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.

• Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed.

Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

When [ LCD SET] or [ EVF SET] on the [ SETUP] Sub-Menu is set to [YES], the following items are displayed.

LCD SET

180°

to the downward

90°

EVF SET

Before Using

• You can adjust the brightness of the Viewfinder from the Menu.

Using the LCD Monitor

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

1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN] Knob

and pull the LCD Monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

• The LCD Monitor will be activated.

• It can open up to 90°.

SET SETUP ENTER EXIT

SET ENTER EXIT

[ LCD SET] LCD Brightness [ ]

Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen.

[ LCD SET] LCD Color Level [ ]

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

[ EVF SET] Brightness of the Viewfinder [ ]

Adjusts the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder.

 To Adjust

Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] and select the item to be adjusted, and then move the Joystick Control [◄] or [►] to raise or lower the number of vertical bars in the Bar Indication.

• More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or color saturation.

• Press the [MENU] Button or the Joystick Control to complete the settings.

Notes:

• In order to adjust the brightness of the Viewfinder, close the LCD Monitor, and the Viewfinder will be activated.

• When the LCD Monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD Monitor cannot be adjusted.

• These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

Easy to Use Mode Dial

You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial.

1 Rotate the Mode Dial.

• Set your desired mode to 1.

Joystick Control (See below)

Tape Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape. Also, you can record still pictures on the card simultaneously while recording on a tape.

Tape Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape.

Card Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording still pictures on a card.

Picture Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card.

PC Mode

Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to your Personal Computer. You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer.

How to Use the Joystick Control

Basic Joystick Control Operations

Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display.

Move the Joystick Control [▲,▼,◄, or ►] to select an item or file, and then press in the center to set it.

Joystick Control and Screen Display

Press the center of the Joystick Control, and the One-Touch Navigation icon will be displayed on the lower right of the screen.

• Press the Joystick Control again to turn off the One-Touch Navigation icon.

• Pressing the center button of the Joystick Control again to redisplay the One-Touch Navigation icon will display the last page used.

Each press of [▼] switches the display as follows depending on the mode.

Press Center Press ▼

1/4 NEXT

One-Touch Navigation icon

Select by moving [▲].

Select by moving [►].

Select by moving [▼].

Select by moving [◄].

Push the center to select

the item.

e.g., Tape Recording Mode [AUTO]

One-Touch Navigation icon OFF

2/4 NEXT

3/4 NEXT

4/4 NEXT

Move the Joystick Control [▲, ▼, ◄, or ►] to select an item.

• In the Tape Playback Mode or the Picture Playback Mode, the One-Touch Navigation icon will be automatically on the lower right of the screen.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

 Tape Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].

 Tape Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [FOCUS].

Before Using

1/4 NEXT

2/4 NEXT

3/4 NEXT

4/4 NEXT

◄

Fade pp. 31~32

►

1/4

Help Mode* p. 20 Backlight compensation p. 32

▲ ▼ Go to next page. –

Soft Skin Mode p. 33

◄

2/4

▼ Go to next page. –

MagicPix Mode p. 32

▲

3/4

▼ Go to next page. –

Recording Check p. 26

◄

►

4/4

Blank Search Mode p. 26

▼ Go to next page. –

• 1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

 Tape Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL].

1/5 NEXT

1/2 NEXT

◄

►

5/5

▲

▼ Go to next page. –

• 1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

2/5 NEXT

IRIS

5/5 NEXT

IRIS

2/2 NEXT

SHTR

3/5 NEXT

4/5 NEXT

Manual Iris Adjustment Mode

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Mode

Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode

p. 37

pp. 36~37

pp. 35~36

2/6 NEXT

IRIS

5/6 NEXT

IRIS

2/3 NEXT

SHTR

Manual Focus Adjustment Mode

3/6 NEXT

4/6 NEXT

MF–MF

3/3 NEXT

p. 38

6/6

1/6 NEXT

MF–MF

6/6 NEXT

1/3 NEXT

◄

►

▼ Go to next page. –

• 1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

 Card Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].

2/2 NEXT

Self-timer Mode pp. 29~30 Help Mode* p. 20 Backlight compensation p. 32

1/2

1/2 NEXT

◄

►

▲ ▼ Go to next page. – ◄ Soft Skin Mode p. 33

2/2

▼ Go to next page. –

 Card Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL].

IRIS

2/3 NEXT

Manual Iris Adjustment Mode Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Mode Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode

3/3

1/3 NEXT

◄

►

▲

▼ Go to next page. –

SHTR

3/3 NEXT

p. 37

pp. 36~37

pp. 35~36

 Card Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [FOCUS].

4/4

1/4 NEXT

◄

►

2/4 NEXT

IRIS

3/4 NEXT

Manual Focus Adjustment Mode

SHTR

MF–MF

4/4 NEXT

p. 38

▼ Go to next page. –

 Tape Playback Mode

Playback / Pause p. 39

▲

Fast (Cue Playback) p. 40

►

–

Rewind (Review Playback) p. 40

◄

▼

Stop p. 39

 Picture Playback Mode

Start the Slide Show

▲

Stop the Slide Show

►

–

Playback the next picture p. 40 Playback the previous

◄

picture

▼

Erase the picture p. 42

pp. 40~41

p. 40

3 Move the Joystick Control [►] to select

[ ].

e.g.

USAGE

TO MOVE JOYSTICK

IN DIRECTION OF DESIRED FUNCTION

SET EXIT

1/4 NEXT

4 Move the Joystick Control [▲▼◄►] to

select the desired function.

e.g.

BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION

PREVENTS DARK SUBJECTS IN BACKLIGHT

SET EXIT

1/4 NEXT

• An explanation of the selected icon is displayed on the screen.

• Each time the Joystick Control is moved down, the indication changes.

 To end the Help Mode

Move the Joystick Control [►] to select [EXIT] or press the [MENU] Button.

Notes:

• When the Help Mode is used, functions cannot be set.

• The Help Mode only displays the information available in [AUTO] Mode.

Using the Menu Screen

To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Camcorder displays various function setups on Menus.

1 Press the [MENU] Button.

EXIT

*Help Mode

• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

You can view function help information using One-Touch Navigation.

1 Press the Joystick Control to display the

One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower right of the screen.

2 Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the

page with [ ] indication is displayed.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

[One-Touch Navigation icon]

e.g.

1/4 NEXT

• The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by the Mode Dial is displayed.

• Do not switch the Mode Dial when the Menu is displayed.

2 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to

select the top menu.

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

SETUP ENTER EXIT

3 Move the Joystick Control [►] or press it

to set the selection.

4 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to

select the Sub-Menu.

BASIC

SCENE MODE REC SPEED WIND CUT CINEMA CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

OFF

SP ON

OFF

5 Move the Joystick Control [►] or press it

to set the selection.

6 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to

select the item to be set.

BASIC

SCENE MODE

REC SPEED WIND CUT CINEMA CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

OFF

7 Press the Joystick Control to determine

the setting.

• While a Menu is displayed, you cannot record or play back. Menus can be displayed during playback but not during recording.

 To Return to the Previous Screen

Move the Joystick Control [◄].

 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 Camcorder is turned off. However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Camcorder, the selected setup may not be retained.

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

Selecting Language

You can select the desired language.

1 Set [ LANGUAGE] >> [English],

[Français] or [Español].

LANGUAGE

English Español

SETUP ENTER EXIT

Français

List of Menus

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

 [TAPE RECORDING MENU]

e.g.,

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

SETUP ENTER EXIT

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ SCENE MODE]

Scene Mode (p. 34)

[ REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode (p. 24)

[ WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction (p. 33)

[ CINEMA]

Cinema-like Format Recording (p. 33)

[ CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting (p. 16)

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ PICT.QUALITY]

Picture Quality (p. 27)

[ EIS]

Image Stabilizer (p. 31)

[ FADE COLOR]

Fade color (pp. 31~32)

[ AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode (p. 23)

[ D.ZOOM]

Digital Zoom (p. 30)

[ ZOOM MIC]

Zoom Microphone (p. 30)

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 23)

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 23, 56)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 23)

[ QUICK START]

Quick Start Mode (p. 29)

[ BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound (p. 23)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 17)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 17)

[ INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode (p. 24)

BASIC

SCENE MODE REC SPEED WIND CUT CINEMA CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

OFF

SP ON

Before Using

[ DEMO MODE]

Demonstration Mode (p. 24)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 21)

 [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

e.g.,

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

SETUP ENTER EXIT

DATE/TIME D/T

SETUP ENTER EXIT

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 23, 56)

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode (p. 24)

[ REC STDBY]

Recording Standby Mode (p. 45)

[ PICT.QUALITY]

Picture Quality (p. 27)

[ REPEAT PLAY]

Repeat Play Mode (p. 39)

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ 12bit AUDIO]

Audio Selector (p. 39)

[ AUDIO OUT]

Audio Output Mode (p. 23)

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 23)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 17)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 17)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 23)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 21)

BASIC

 [CARD RECORDING MENU]

e.g.,

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

SETUP ENTER EXIT

SCENE MODE PICT.QUALITY CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ SCENE MODE]

Scene Mode (p. 34)

[ PICT.QUALITY]

Picture Quality (p. 27)

[ CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting (p. 16)

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ BURST MODE]

RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot (p. 28)

[ SHTR EFFECT]

Shutter Effect (p. 27)

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 23)

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 23, 56)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 23)

[ QUICK START]

Quick Start Mode (p. 29)

[ BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound (p. 23)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 17)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 17)

[ INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode (p. 24)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 21)

BASIC

OFF

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

 [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU]

e.g.,

SETUP ENTER EXIT

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

BASIC

DATE/TIME PROTECT

SETUP ENTER EXIT

D/T

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 23, 56)

[ PROTECT]

Setting the Lock (p. 43)

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ DPOF SET]

Setting DPOF (p. 43)

[ FORMAT CARD]

Formatting a Card (p. 44)

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 23)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 17)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 17)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 23)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 21)

Menus Related to Taking Pictures

 DATE/TIME

This switches between date and time indications. Set [

BASIC] or [ SETUP] >> [ DATE/TIME]

>> [D/T], [DATE] or [OFF].

• The Camcorder automatically records the date and time of picture taking on the tape.

 DISPLAY

Set [ SETUP] >> [ DISPLAY] >> [ON] or [OFF]. Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be switched to minimum display.

 AUDIO REC

• Set to Tape Recording Mode.

You can select the sound quality of the recorded sound. Set [

ADVANCED] >> [ AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] or [16bit]. [12bit]:

[16bit]: Records audio in “16 bit 48 kHz

Records audio in “12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks”. (The original audio signals can be kept after the other audio signals are dubbed.)

2 tracks”. Audio can be recorded in higher quality. (If audio signals are dubbed, then the original audio signals will be erased.)

 BEEP SOUND

• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

When [ set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows. 1 Beep

• When you start recording

• When you turn on the power

• When the unit goes from Quick Start standby

2 Beeps

• When you pause recording

• When you turn off the power

• When the unit goes into Quick Start standby

2 Beeps 4 times

• When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab

BEEP SOUND] on the [ SETUP] is

Before Using

mode to recording pause

mode

set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs (p. 59), and at other times. Check the sentence displayed on the screen (p. 57).

 POWER SAVE

Set [ SETUP] >> [ POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES] or [OFF]. [OFF]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the standby mode automatically will be set. In the standby mode, [ time more than usual to start recording after you press the Recording Start/Stop Button. [5 MINUTES]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the Camcorder automatically turns off to protect the tape or to prevent the battery from running down. When you use the Camcorder, turn it on again.

• In the following cases, the power may not turn off even when set [ [5 MINUTES].

- When connecting to the AC Jack

(When using the AC Adaptor)

- When connecting the USB Cable or the DV

Cable to a PC or other equipment

- When the PC Mode

] blinks and it takes

POWER SAVE] >>

Menus Related to Playback

 AUDIO OUT

This switches the sound to be played back. Set [

SETUP] >> [ AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO], [L] or [R]. [STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub

[L]: Left channel sound (main sound) [R]: Right channel sound (sub sound)

sound)

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