PANASONIC PV-GS400 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camcorder

Model No. PV-GS400

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.

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For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 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 Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source.

Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone No.

Model No.

Serial No.

Safety Precautions

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Your Ò Camcorder 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 Camcorder with the Ò mark be used.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

AC Adaptor

≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor.

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.

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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-GS400

Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

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.

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 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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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.

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

≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER 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.

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

U.S.A. CONSUMERS ONLY

This Product has a 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.

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

End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, Video Stream Driver, MotionDV STUDIO and SD Viewer)

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.

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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.

Article 7 Export Control

Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to any country the Software in any form without the appropriate export licenses under regulations of the country where Licensee resides, if necessary.

Article 8 Termination of License

The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be automatically terminated if Licensee violates any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Upon such automatic termination, Licensee must destroy the Software and related documentation together with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s own expense.

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Contents

Before Use
Quick Guide ...................................................	10
Standard Accessories....................................	12
Controls and Components .............................	12
The Remote Controller ..................................	15
Power Supply.................................................	16
Charging Time and Available Recording
Time ............................................................	17
The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt ..............	17
Attaching the Lens Cap .................................	18
Attaching the Shoulder Strap.........................	18
Inserting a Cassette.......................................	18
Using a Memory Card....................................	19
Turning on the Camcorder.............................	19
Selecting Modes ............................................	20
Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor.................	20
Using the Menu Screen .................................	21
List of Menus .................................................	22
Setting Date and Time ...................................	26
Internal Lithium Battery Recharge .................	26
LP Mode ........................................................	26
Audio Recording Mode ..................................	26

Recording Mode
About Recording............................................	27
Recording on a Tape.....................................	27
Recording a Still Picture on a Card
(Photoshot) .................................................	29
Quick Start.....................................................	31
Self-timer Recording......................................	31
Zoom In/Out Functions..................................	31
Digital Zoom Function ...................................	32
Image Stabilizer Function..............................	32
Fade In/Out Functions...................................	33
Backlight Compensation Function.................	33
MagicPix Functions .......................................	34
Soft Skin Function .........................................	34
Wind Noise Reduction Function ....................	34
Wide/Pro-Cinema Function ...........................	35
Cinema Function ...........................................	35
Recording in Special Situations.....................	35
Recording in Natural Colors ..........................	36
Adjusting White Balance Manually ................	36
Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment................	37
Manual Iris Adjustment..................................	38
Manual Focus Adjustment.............................	38
Recording with Fixed Brightness...................	38
Advanced Functions......................................	39
Using the Auto Pop-up Flash ........................	40
Red Eye Reduction Function.........................	41
Digital Effect Functions..................................	41

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Playback Mode
Playing Back a Tape......................................	44
Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back .......	44
Slow Motion Playback....................................	45
Still Playback/Still Advance Playback ............	45
Index Search Function...................................	46
Playback Zoom Function ...............................	46
Playback Digital Effect Functions ..................	47
Playing Back a Card ......................................	47
Slide Show.....................................................	48
Creating a Title ..............................................	49
Adding a Title.................................................	49
Writing Printing Data on a Card .....................	50
Protecting the Files on a Card .......................	50
Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card..........	51
Formatting a Card..........................................	51
Playing Back on Your TV...............................	52
Editing Mode
Recording from a Tape onto a Card ..............	53
Audio Dubbing ...............................................	53
Copying on a DVD-R or an S-VHS
(or a VHS) Cassette ....................................	54
Recording the Contents of Other
Equipment ...................................................	54
Using the DV Cable for Recording.................	55
PC Connection With DV Interface Cable .......	56
Printing pictures by directly connecting to
the printer (PictBridge) ................................	56

With a PC
Using the Software with a Computer.............	58
Using USB Driver ..........................................	58
Connecting Computer and Camcorder..........	59
Using as a Web Camera ...............................	59
Using MotionDV STUDIO..............................	62
Using the SD Viewer .....................................	65
Using the ArcSoft Software ...........................	66
To disconnect USB Cable safely...................	68
If you no longer need software or driver
(Uninstall)....................................................	68
Notes .............................................................	69
Others
Indicators.......................................................	71
Initializing the Modes.....................................	72
Warning/Alarm Indicators ..............................	73
Notes and Hints.............................................	74
Cautions for Use............................................	82
Before Requesting Service (Problems and
Solutions) ....................................................	86
Explanation of Terms ....................................	87
Specifications ................................................	89
Camcorder Accessory System ......................	91
Camcorder Accessory Order Form
(For USA Customers) .................................	92
Request for Service Notice (USA Only) ........	93
Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)........	94
Customer Services Directory.........................	95
Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ............	96
Index..............................................................	97
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guía española para el uso rápido...............	99

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Before Use

Quick Guide

1Attach 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.

2Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder.

ª Inserting a Cassette

1Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever 1 toward the front and pull down to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

2Insert a Cassette.

1	OPEN/ EJECT

3Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark 2.

4Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

ª Inserting a Card

1Slide the [OPEN] Lever 1 to open the Card Slot Cover 2.

2

1 OPEN

2While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner on top 3, insert it into the Card Slot.

3

3 Close the Card Slot Cover 2 securely.

ª Recording on a Tape

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

≥The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up.

2 POWER

ON

	F
F
O

1

2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.

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3Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

≥Recording starts.

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

2

PUSH

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ª Recording a Still Picture on a Card

(Photoshot)

1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode.

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ª Playing Back a Card

It plays back files recorded on a Card.

1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode.

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2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

PHOTO

SHOT

ª Playing Back a Tape

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

≥The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up.

2 POWER

ON

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F
O
1

2	Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode.
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3	Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape.
	STILL

ENTER

FADE

4 Press the [1] Button to start playback.

STILL

ENTER

FADE

5 Press the [∫] Button to Stop Playback.

STILL

ENTER

FADE

2 Start Playback.

1: Starting the Slide Show

5: Playing back the next picture

6: Playing back the previous picture ∫: Stop the Slide Show

;: Pause the Slide Show

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Before Use

Before Use

Standard Accessories

Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Camcorder.

1)
PV-DAC14D	K2GJ2DZ00017	K2CA2EA00005
2)	3)	4)
	CR2025
CGA-DU14	N2QAGC000018	N2QCBD000030
5)	6)	7)
VYF2992	K2KC4CB00009	VFC3506
8)
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1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable -16-

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 -16-

3)Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery -15-

4)Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic -15-

5)Lens Cap -18-

6)AV Cable -52-

7)Shoulder Strap -18-

8)USB Connection Kit (USB Cable and CD-ROM) -58-

Controls and Components

ª Camcorder

(1)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(2)(3)

(1)Smart Accessory Shoe

≥The Video DC Light (optional), Video Flash (not supplied) or the Stereo Zoom Microphone (optional), etc. can be attached here. Power is supplied directly from the Camcorder when using an accessory supported by the Smart Accessory Shoe.

≥Do not touch the connector part of the Smart Accessory Shoe.

(2)LCD Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN]

-20-

(3)LCD Monitor -20-, -85-

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.

(4)Card Slot Cover -19-

(5)Card Slot -19-

(6)Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN] -19-

(12)(13)(14)(15)

(7)	WIDE/
	PRO-CINEMA
(8)		ADVANCED	SOFT	TELE
		MAGIC	SKIN	MACRO
		PIX
(9)		MULTI/	STILL	SD
		P-IN-P		CARD
	REC		ENTER
(10)	BACK	MENU	FADE	PUSH
	LIGHT
				CLOSE
(11)	ACCESS

(16)(17)(18)(19)(20)(21)

(7)Wide/Pro-Cinema Button [WIDE/PRO-CINEMA] -35-

(8)Flash Button [ß] -40-

(9)Recording Check Button [S] -27-

Recording Button [REC] -54-

(10)Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] -33-, -55-

(11)Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] -19-

(12)Multi Button [MULTI] -42- Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] -43-

(13)Advanced MagicPix Button [ADVANCED MAGICPIX] -34-

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(14)Soft Skin Button [SOFT SKIN] -34-

(15)Tele Macro Button [TELE MACRO] -32-

(16)Menu Button [MENU] -21-

(17)Pause Button [;] -47-

Still Button [STILL] -28-, -40-

(18)Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] -44-, -47-

(19)Play Button [1] -44-, -47-

Enter Button [ENTER] -21-

(20)Stop Button [∫] -44-, -47-

Fade Button [FADE] -33-

(21)Rewind/Review Button [6] -44-, -47-

(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27)(28)

(29)

(30)

(31)

(33)(34) (35) (36)

(32)

(22)Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)

≥LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

(23)Lens Hood -85-

(24)Multi Manual Ring -31-, -37-, -38-

(25)Microphone (built-in, stereo) -32-, -34-

(26)Focus/Zoom Button [FOCUS/ZOOM] -38-

(27)Shutter/Iris Button [SHUTTER/IRIS]

-37-, -38-

(28)White Balance Button [WB] -36-

(29)Eyecup

(30)Power LCD Button [POWER LCD] -21- Power LCD Lamp -21-

(31)Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/AE LOCK] -27-, -35-, -38-

(32)Grip Belt Release Button -17-

(33)White Balance Sensor -37-

(34)Recording Lamp -27-

(35)Auto Pop-up Flash -40-

(36)Remote Control Sensor -16-

(40)(41)(42)(43)

(37)

REMOTE/MIC

(PLUG IN POWER)

(38)

AV IN/OUT

PHONES (39)

(37)USB Jack [ ] -59-

(38)Jack for Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic [REMOTE] -28-

Microphone Jack [MIC]

≥When connecting an external microphone or audio equipment to this jack, the built-in microphone does not operate.

≥When connecting the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic to this jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate. -28-

≥When connecting the pin plug of the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes.

≥A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used. Please consult your dealer for more information.

≥The microphone may make noises depending on the type used. In this case, we recommend using the battery with the Camcorder instead of the AC adaptor.

(39) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack

[AV IN/OUT] -52- Headphone Jack [PHONES]

≥Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder’s built-in speaker, but connecting a headphone, etc. deactivates it.

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

≥When using headphones, set [AV JACK] of the [AV IN/OUT] or [INITIAL] sub-menu to [OUT/PHONES]. If you set [AV JACK] to [OUT], you may hear noises on the right.

(40)Reset Button [RESET] -73-

(41)Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] -18-

(42)Speaker -44-

(43)Sub Recording Start/Stop Button

≥This button makes it easier to record from a non-standard or lower position, for example at waist level.

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Before Use

				(49)
	D			(50)
	S	PC	(44)
QUICK START			(45)
	POWER		(46)
	ON
O				(51)
	F
F
			(47)
			(48)	(52)

(44)Mode Dial -20-

(45)Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] -31-

Quick Start Recording Lamp -31-

(46)Power Lamp [POWER] -19-, -27-, -44-

(47)Recording Start/Stop Button -27-

(48)Power Switch [OFF/ON] -19-, -27-, -44-, -82-

(49)Cassette Holder

(50)Cassette Compartment Cover -18-

(51)Zoom Lever [W/T] -31-, -32-

Volume/Jog Lever [`VOL/JOG_] -44-, -45-

(52)Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -29-, -53-

(54)(55)(56) (57) (58)

(53)

(59)

DV S-VIDEO

IN/OUT

(60)(61)

(53)Eyepiece Corrector Knob -20-

(54)Viewfinder -20-, -85-

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.

(55)Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] -17-

(56)Battery Holder

(57)Shoulder Strap Holders -18-

(58)Grip Belt (One-touch Free Style Grip Belt)

-17-

(59)Tripod Receptacle

≥Used for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripod.

(60) DV Terminal [DV] -54-, -55-, -56-

≥Connect this to the digital video equipment.

(61) S-Video Input/Output Jack

[S-VIDEO IN/OUT] -52-

ª Remote Controller

Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Camcorder, most of the Camcorder functions can be operated from a distance.

(62)		DATE/	PHOTO		START/
(63)	OSD				STOP
		TIME	SHOT
(64)	DISPLAY	RESET TITLE			ZOOM	(66)
	MULTI/	¥REC	A.DUB	sVOL	T	(67)
	P-IN-P			r
(65)	V/REW	PLAY	FF/W		W
	6	1	5
	STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV
	E	;	D
	INDEX	STOP	INDEX		P.B. ZOOM
	K	∫	L
	SELECT	VAR.			MENU
		SEARCH
						(68)
	STORE		ENTER
	OFF/ON
	P.B.DIGITAL

(62)Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] -72-

(63)Indication Output Button [OSD] -52-

(64)Display Button [DISPLAY] -72-

(65)Reset Button [RESET] -88-

(66)Recording Button [¥REC] -55-

(67)Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -53-

(68)Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Function [π, ∑, ∏, ∫] -46-

		DATE/	PHOTO		START/
	OSD				STOP
		TIME	SHOT
	DISPLAY	RESET TITLE			ZOOM
	MULTI/				T
	P-IN-P	¥REC	A.DUB	r		(74)
				sVOL
	V/REW	PLAY	FF/W		W
(69)	6	1	5
	E	;	D
	STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV
(70)	K	∫	L		P.B. ZOOM	(75)
	INDEX	STOP	INDEX
(71)	SELECT	SEARCH				(76)
		VAR.			MENU
(72)	STORE		ENTER
(73)	OFF/ON
	P.B.DIGITAL

(69)Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [E, D] (E: Reverse, D: Forward) -45-

(70)Index Search Buttons [:, 9] (:: Reverse, 9: Forward) -46-

(71)Selection Button [SELECT] -47-

(72)Store Button [STORE] -47-

(73)Off/On Button [OFF/ON] -47-

(74)Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL]

-31-, -44-, -46-

(75)Variable Speed Search Button [VAR. SEARCH] -45-

(76)Menu Button [MENU] -21-

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Before Use

(77)	OSD	TIME	SHOT	START/	(83)
		DATE/	PHOTO	STOP
(78)	DISPLAY	RESET TITLE		T	(84)
				ZOOM
(79)	MULTI/	¥REC	rsVOL		(85)
	P-IN-P		A.DUB
(80)	V/REW	PLAY	FF/W	W
	6	1	5		(86)
	E	;	D
	STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV
(81)	INDEX	STOP	INDEX	P.B. ZOOM
(82)	K	∫	L
	SELECT	VAR.		MENU	(87)
		SEARCH
	STORE		ENTER
	OFF/ON
	P.B.DIGITAL

(77)Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -29-, -53-

(78)Title Button [TITLE] -50-

(79)Multi-Picture/Picture-in-Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P] -42-, -48-

(80)Rewind/Review Button [6] -44-, -47-

(81)Pause Button [;] -45-, -47-

(82)Stop Button [∫] -44-, -47-

(83)Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] -27-

(84)Play Button [1] -44-, -47-

(85)Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] -44-, -47-

(86)Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] -46-

(87)Enter Button [ENTER] -21-

ª Magic Wire Remote Control with

Narration Mic

This controller allows the scene to be shot from various angles, high to low, and is also convenient when a Tripod is used. When the controller is not in use, attach the clip to the Grip Belt for convenience.

This controller makes it easier for left-handed users to use the Camcorder.

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(88)Microphone [MIC] -28-

(89)Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]

(90)Zoom Lever [W/T]

≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stages.

(91)Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT]

(92)Microphone Switch Button [TALK] -28-

≥When the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic is connected to [REMOTE] Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the narration microphone is activated and the built-in microphone on the Camcorder is deactivated.

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≥Insert the plug securely into the [REMOTE]

Jack as far as it will go. A loose connection will affect normal operation.

The Remote Controller

ª Inserting a Button-type Battery

Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button-type battery.

1While pressing the Lock Button 1, pull out the Battery Holder.

1

2Insert the button-type battery with the (i) marking facing upwards.

3Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.

≥When the button-type battery is exhausted, replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about 1 year. However, it depends on operation frequency.)

≥Make sure to match the poles correctly when inserting the battery.

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.

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

1Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor (36) of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button.

Power Supply

ª Using the AC Adaptor

	10˚
15˚	(36)
	15˚
	15˚

≥Distance from the Camcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters)

≥Angle: Within approximately 10o 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 Camcorder may not operate properly even within the above ranges.

≥Within a 3 feet (1 meter) range, you can also use the Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor side of the Camcorder.

Selecting Remote Controller Modes

When 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Controller Modes.

≥If the Remote Controller Mode of the Camcorder and that of the Remote Controller do not match, [REMOTE] Indication is displayed.

Setup on the Camcorder:

Set [REMOTE] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Controller Mode. (-23-, -24-, -25-)

Setup on the Remote Controller:

	6	1	5
2	STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV			1
	E	;	D
	INDEX	STOP	INDEX P.B. ZOOM
	K	∫	L

SELECT

[VCR1]: Press the [D] Button and [∫] Button simultaneously. 1

[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.

1

1Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder.

2Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor.

3Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and the AC Jack.

≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug does not fit entirely into the AC Adaptor jack. A gap will

remain as shown 1.

≥Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that [POWER] Lamp is not lit.

ª 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.

1Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it.

≥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.

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2Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder.

Disconnecting the Power Source

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (48) to [OFF] and, while pressing the [PUSH BATT] Button (55), slide the Battery or DC Cable upward to disconnect it.

(55)	PUSH
	BATT
		ON
		F
	F
(48)	O

≥For other notes concerning this item, see -74-.

Charging Time and Available

Recording Time

CGA-DU14	A	2h45min.
	B	2h (1h30min.)
CGA-DU21	A	3h55min.
	B	3h (2h15min.)

A Charging Time

B Maximum Continuous Recording Time ≥“1h30min.” indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes. ≥Battery CGA-DU14 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 68oF (25oC) and humidity of 60%. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer.

≥In the following cases, the available recording

time becomes shorter.

≥You use the Viewfinder and LCD Monitor

simultaneously when using the 0 Lux MagicPix function, rotating the LCD Monitor forward to record yourself.

≥When you set [EVF ON/AUTO] to [ON].

≥When you use the Camcorder while brightening the LCD Monitor up by pressing the [POWER LCD] Button.

≥When you use accessories applicable to the Smart Accessory Shoe (Stereo Zoom Microphone, Video DC Light, etc.).

The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt

ª To Use as a Grip Belt

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

1Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

2Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand.

3Reattach the Grip Belt.

ª To Use as a Hand Strap

Using the Grip Belt as the hand strap makes it easier to handle and carry a Camcorder. It is more convenient to use with the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic.

1Detach the Grip Belt while pressing the Grip Belt Release Button (32).

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2 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

3Slide A in the direction of the arrow and reattach the Grip Belt.

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4 Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist.

≥Reattach the Grip Belt to the Grip Belt Attachment until it clicks.

Attaching the Lens Cap

To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.

1Pass the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the hole in the Grip Belt Attachment part and the Lens Cap through the Lens Cap Cord.

≥The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the Grip Belt. (It is not possible when using as a hand strap.)

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

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

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

1Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder (57) on the

Camcorder.

2Fold 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.

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

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Inserting a Cassette

1Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever (41) toward the front and pull down to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

(41)	OPEN/ EJECT

2 Insert a Cassette.

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3Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark 1.

1

PUSH

4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

ª Accidental Erasure Prevention

Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 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).

1

R E C

SAVE

≥For other notes concerning this item, see -74-.

Using a Memory Card

A Card can be used to record pictures. ≥Use a genuine SD Memory Card or

MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only.

ª Caution before inserting/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.

ª Inserting a Card

1Slide the [OPEN] Lever (6) to open the Card Slot Cover (4).

	(6)	(4)
		OPEN

2While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner on top 1, insert it into the Card Slot.

1

3 Close the Card Slot Cover (4) securely.

Removing the Card

Open the Card Slot Cover and then pull the Card straight out.

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

ª [ACCESS] Lamp (11)

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ACCESS

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

≥While the [ACCESS] Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Camcorder. Such actions will damage the Card, and recorded data, and cause the Camcorder to malfunction.

≥It may take time to record pictures if you use MultiMediaCard. (The [ACCESS] Lamp stays on longer. However, this is not a malfunction.)

Turning on the Camcorder

When the Camcorder is turned on with the Lens Cap on, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function properly. Please turn on the Camcorder after removing the Lens Cap.

ª How to Turn on the Power

1Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (48) to [ON] while pressing the button 1.

≥The [POWER] Lamp (46) lights up.

(46)POWER

ON

	F
F
O

(48)

1

ª How to Turn off the Power

1Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (48) to [OFF] while pressing the button 1.

ON

	F
F
O		1

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Selecting Modes

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

1 Rotate the Mode Dial (44).

	S
(44)	D	PC

:Tape Recording Mode

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

:Picture Playback Mode

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

PC :PC Mode

Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to your personal computer.

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor

ª 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.

1Tilt up the Viewfinder.

≥The Viewfinder can also be pulled out for use, and the length can be adjusted in 2 steps.

≥Do not pull on the Eyecup to extend the Viewfinder.

2Adjust by sliding the Eyepiece Corrector Knob (53).

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To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the LCD Monitor

Set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON]. ≥The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD

Monitor is opened.

≥When you turn the Camcorder off, this setting is cancelled.

ª Using the LCD Monitor

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

1Press the [PUSH OPEN] Button (2) and pull the LCD Monitor (3) out in the direction of the arrow.

≥The Viewfinder is now deactivated.

≥The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum of 120o. If you open the LCD monitor to an angle of 120o, it becomes easier to operate menus or to play back pictures.

PUSH

OPEN

(2)(3)

2Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle.

≥The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180o 1 from the vertical position upwards and a maximum of 90o 2 to the downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Camcorder. You cannot rotate the LCD Monitor when it is opened to an angle of 120o. Therefore, do not rotate it forcibly.

1180o

290o

Closing the LCD Monitor

Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked. ≥Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed.

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ª Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

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

LCD/EVF SETUP

1LCD BRIGHTNESS [-]||||----[+]

LCD COLOR LEVEL [-]||||----[+]

EVF BRIGHTNESS [-]||||----[+]

;/∫:SELECT &/%:SETUP !/MENU:EXIT

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]

Adjusts the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder.

To Adjust

Press the [;/∫] Button and select the item to be adjusted, and then press the [6/5] Button to raise or lower the number of vertical bars in the Bar Indication.

≥More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or color saturation.

To Increase the Brightness of the Entire LCD Monitor

Press the [POWER LCD] (30) Button.

When you press the [POWER LCD] Button, the LCD monitor becomes about twice as bright as usual.

POWER

LCD

(30)

≥The POWER LCD Lamp (30) lights up. ≥When turning the power on while using AC

Adaptor, [POWER LCD] function is automatically effective.

≥When you rotate the LCD Monitor 180oand then close it, it resumes normal brightness.

To Resume Normal Brightness

Press the [POWER LCD] Button again.

To Change the Picture Quality of the LCD Monitor

Set the [LCD AI] on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to [ON] or [OFF].

[ON]: The screen image becomes clear and vivid. (The effect varies according to the recording scene.)

≥When Power LCD Lamp lights up, [LCD AI] is automatically set to [ON]. You cannot change this setting.

≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded images.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see -85-.

Using the Menu Screen

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

≥When operating the menu with the Viewfinder, set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or rotate the LCD monitor by 180o.

1 Press the [MENU] Button (16).

	STILL
	ENTER
(16)	FADE

≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the Mode Dial (44) is displayed.

(44)	SD	PC

2Press the [;/∫] Button to select a desired

Sub-Menu.

≥Press the [;/∫] Button to display the highlighted item.

3Press the [5] Button to display the selected Sub-Menu.

4Press the [;/∫] Button to select the item.

5Press the [5] Button to display the selected item.

6Press the [;/∫] Button to select the desired mode and press [ENTER] Button 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. The above operations can be done using the [MENU] Button, [π, ∑, ∏, ∫] Buttons and [ENTER] Button on the Remote Controller. (-14-)

To Return to the Previous Screen

Press the [6] Button.

To Exit the Menu Screen

Press the [MENU] Button again.

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About the Menu Mode Setting

The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off. (The setups of [EFFECT2] (-42-) are not retained.) 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 >>.

ª File Selection in the Picture Playback

Mode

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

1Press the [;/∫/6/5] Button and select a file.

≥The selected file is marked by a frame.

PICTURE

No.25 100-0012

2Press the [ENTER] Button (19) 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.)

List of Menus

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

ª [TAPE RECORDING MENU]

Tape Recording Menu

TAPE RECORDING MENU

CAMERA	!	PROG.AE
ADVANCED		EIS
DIGITAL		D.ZOOM
CARD		SELF TIMER
RECORDING		USB FUNCTION
DISPLAY		REC MODE
LCD/EVF		RED EYE
INITIAL		FLASH LEVEL
;/∫:SELECT		%:NEXT
		MENU:EXIT

1) [CAMERA]

Camera Setup Sub-Menu

[PROG.AE]

Auto Exposure Mode -35-

[EIS]

Image Stabilizer -32-

[D.ZOOM]

Digital Zoom -32-

[SELF TIMER]

Self-timer Recording -31-

[USB FUNCTION]

USB Functions Mode -60-

[REC MODE]

Recording Mode

[RED EYE]

Red Eye Reduction -41-

[FLASH LEVEL]

Flash Level -41-

≥If you press [6] Button, the menu changes back to the previous screen.

2) [ADVANCED]

Advanced Functions Sub-Menu

[ZEBRA]

Zebra Pattern -39-

[PICTURE ADJ.]

Picture Adjustment -39-

[MIC LEVEL]

Microphones Sensitivity Level -39-

[BASS ENHANCE]

Bass Enhancer -40-

[COLOR BAR]

Color Bar -40-

3) [DIGITAL]

Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[EFFECT1]

Digital Effects 1 -41-

[EFFECT2]

Digital Effects 2 -42-

[MULTI MODE]

Multi-Picture Mode -42-

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -49-

4) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICTURE SIZE]

Picture Size -30-

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality -30-

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation -49-

5) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode -26-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode -26-

[SCENE INDEX]

Scene Index Mode -46-

[WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction -34-

[ZOOM MIC]

Zoom Microphone -32-

[CINEMA]

Cinema-like Format Recording -35-

[H.SHOE MIC]

Hot Shoe Microphone

≥This function reduces the low sound to avoid a wind noise when using the Stereo Zoom Microphone (optional). Please refer to page -91-.

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6) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -72-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -72-

[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode -72-

[C.RESET]

Counter Reset -88-

≥It resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot reset the Time Code.

7) [LCD/EVF]

LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu

[LCD AI]

Intelligent LCD Monitor -21-

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -21-

[SELF REC]

Recording Yourself -28-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -20-

8) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[BLANK SEARCH]

Blank Search -28-

[DEMO MODE]

Demonstration Mode

≥If no operation takes place for approximately 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Camcorder and the [OFF/ON] Switch is turned to [ON] without inserting a Cassette and a Card, the Camcorder 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 a Card, or set the

[DEMO MODE] to [OFF].

[AV JACK]

AV Jack -86-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -16-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp -27-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound -74-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting -26-

[INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode -72-

ª [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

Tape Playback Menu

TAPE PLAYBACK MENU

PLAYBACK	!12bit AUDIO
AV IN/OUT	AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL	USB FUNCTION
CARD
RECORDING
DISPLAY
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT	%:NEXT
	MENU:EXIT

1) [PLAYBACK]

Playback Functions Sub-Menu

[12bit AUDIO]

Audio Selector -53-

[AUDIO OUT]

Audio Output Mode -79-

[USB FUNCTION]

USB Functions Mode -60-

2) [AV IN/OUT]

Audio-Video Input/Output Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Jack -53-

[A.DUB INPUT]

Audio Dubbing Input -53-

[DV OUT]

Analog-Digital Conversion Output -81-

3) [DIGITAL]

Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[EFFECT ON]

Digital Effect On/Off -47-

[EFFECT SEL]

Digital Effect Selection -47-

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -49-

4) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality -30-

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation -49-

5)[RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode -26-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode -26-

[AUDIO LEVEL]

Audio Level -78-

6)[DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -72-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -72-

[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode -72-

[C.RESET]

Counter Reset -88-

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[REC DATA]

Camera Data

≥If you set [REC DATA] to [ON], the settings (shutter speed, iris and white balance settings (-36-), etc.) used during the recordings are displayed during playback. [---] appears on the display when there is no data or during Slow Motion Playback, Still Advance Playback or

Variable Speed Search.

≥The settings information may not be displayed properly if the camera data of this Camcorder are played back on other equipment.

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

≥When recording proceeds with no input signals supplied.

≥When recording involves the use of the S-Video or AV Jack.

≥When pictures with no camera data are recorded using the DV Terminal.

≥When displaying a list of titles.

7) [LCD/EVF]

LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu

[LCD AI]

Intelligent LCD Monitor -21-

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -21-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -20-

8) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[BLANK SEARCH]

Blank Search -28-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -16-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound -74-

ª [CARD RECORDING MENU]

Card Recording Menu

CARD RECORDING MENU

CAMERA	!PROG.AE
ADVANCED	EIS
DIGITAL	SHTR EFFECT
CARD	SELF TIMER
RECORDING	RED EYE
DISPLAY	FLASH LEVEL
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT	%:NEXT
	MENU:EXIT

1) [CAMERA]

Camera Setup Sub-Menu

[PROG.AE]

Auto Exposure Mode -35-

[EIS]

Image Stabilizer -32-

[SHTR EFFECT]

Shutter Effect

≥You can add a sound such as when releasing the shutter.

[SELF TIMER]

Self-timer Recording -31-

[RED EYE]

Red Eye Reduction -41-

[FLASH LEVEL]

Flash Level -41-

2) [ADVANCED]

Advanced Functions Sub-Menu

[ZEBRA]

Zebra Pattern -39-

[PICTURE ADJ.]

Picture Adjustment -39-

3) [DIGITAL]

Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -49-

4) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICTURE SIZE]

Picture Size -30-

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality -30-

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation -49-

[BURST MODE]

RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot -30-

5) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction -34-

[H.SHOE MIC]

Hot Shoe Microphone

≥This function reduces the low sound to avoid wind noise when using the Stereo Zoom Microphone (optional). Please refer to page -91-.

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6) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -72-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -72-

7) [LCD/EVF]

LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu

[LCD AI]

Intelligent LCD Monitor -21-

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -21-

[SELF REC]

Recording Yourself -28-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -20-

8) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Jack -53-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -16-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp -27-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound -74-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting -26-

[INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode -72-

ª [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU]

Picture Playback Menu

PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU

DELETE	!FILE BY SEL
EDITING	ALL FILES
PRINT	TITLE BY SEL
DIGITAL
DISPLAY
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT	%:NEXT
	MENU:EXIT

1) [DELETE]

Deleting a File Sub-Menu

[FILE BY SEL]

Selecting and Deleting a File -51-

[ALL FILES]

Deleting All Files -51-

[TITLE BY SEL]

Selecting and Deleting a Title -51-

2) [EDITING]

Editing a File Sub-Menu

[FILE LOCK]

Setting the Lock -50-

[DPOF SET]

Setting DPOF -50-

[CARD FORMAT]

Formatting a Card -51-

3) [PRINT]

Printing Setting Sub-Menu

[THIS PICTURE]

Printing Only the Displayed Picture -57-

[DATE]

Printing with Recording Date -57-

4) [DIGITAL]

Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -49-

5) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -72-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -72-

[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode -72-

[C.RESET]

Counter Reset -88-

6) [LCD/EVF]

LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu

[LCD AI]

Intelligent LCD Monitor -21-

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -21-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -20-

7) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Jack -86-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -16-

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Before Use

Setting Date and Time

Since the internal clock of the Camcorder has a slight imprecision make sure to check the time before recording.

1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or

[CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].

	STILL
	ENTER
(16) MENU	FADE

CLOCK SET

1YEAR :2004 MONTH :JUL DAY :12 HOUR : 3PM MIN. :17

;/∫:SELECT &/%:SETUP !/MENU:EXIT

2Press the [;/∫] Button to select [YEAR],

[MONTH], [DAY], [HOUR] or [MIN.] and press the [6/5] Button to set it to the desired value.

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

3Press the [MENU] Button (16) to finish

setting the date and time.

≥The clock operation starts from [00] second.

≥If the built-in battery is weak, the [0] or [--] Indication flashes. In this case, charge the

built-in battery.

≥The clock uses the 12-hour system.

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock. When the [0] or [--] Indication flashes, the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion.

1Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camcorder with the power turned off and then connect to the AC Jack.

≥After charging for 24 hours, the built-in lithium battery can power the clock for approximately 6 months.

LP Mode

A desired recording speed can be selected with [REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING] 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-pattern noise 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. (-53-)

Audio Recording Mode

The sound quality of the recorded sound can be selected with [AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu.

High sound-quality recording is possible with “16 bit 48 kHz 2 track” Mode. With the “12 bit 32 kHz 4 track” Mode, the original sound can be recorded on 2 tracks in stereo, while the other 2 tracks can be used for Audio Dubbing.

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Recording Mode

Recording Mode

About Recording

When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode [ ].

When recording still pictures on a card, set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode [ ]. When recording with the

[AUTO/MANUAL/AE LOCK] Switch (31) set to [AUTO], the Camcorder automatically adjusts the focus and white balance. In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually. (-36-, -37-, -38-)

AUTO MANUAL

(31)

AE LOCK

≥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 (-36-) may not function correctly.

≥When the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 5 minutes, the power is turned off automatically for tape protection and power conservation. (If the AC Adaptor is used, the power is turned off only when the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode.) When the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 5 minutes the power is turned off automatically. To resume recording from this condition, turn off, then turn on the power again.

ª Recording Lamp

The Recording Lamp (34) lights up during recording and alerts those being recorded that recording is in progress.

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≥The Recording Lamp does not light up if the [REC LAMP] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu is set to [OFF].

Recording on a Tape

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (48) to [ON].

≥The [POWER] Lamp (46) lights up.

(46)		POWER
		ON
	F
F
O

(48)

2 Set the Mode Dial (44) to Tape Recording

Mode.

	S
	D
(44)	PC

3Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (47).

≥Recording starts.

≥After [RECORD] is displayed, it changes to [REC].

(47)	REC

RECORD

4Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (47) again to pause the recording.

≥The [PAUSE] Indication is displayed.

PAUSE

PAUSE

Recording “Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode”

≥Even if the Mode Dial is set to Tape Recording Mode and the recording to a tape is in progress, you can also record a still picture on a card by pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

ª To Check the Recording

By pressing the [S] Button (9) briefly in the Recording Pause Mode, you can play back the last few seconds of the recorded scene.

(9)

REC

BACK

LIGHT

≥The [CHK] Indication is displayed. After checking, the Camcorder resumes the Recording Pause Mode.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see -74-.

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Recording Mode

ª Finding the End of Recording

(Blank Search Function)

The Blank Search Function aids you in locating the end of the recording on the Cassette quickly.

1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or

[TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [INITIAL] >> [BLANK SEARCH] >> [YES].

	STILL
	ENTER
(16) MENU	FADE

≥The [BLANK] Indication appears during the Blank Search.

≥Approximately 1 second before the last recorded scene, the Camcorder switches to the Recording Pause Mode or the Still Playback Mode.

≥If there is no blank left on the Cassette, the Camcorder stops at the end of the tape.

To Cancel Blank Search Before Completion

Press the [∫] Button.

ª To Add a Sound while Recording

With the supplied Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic connected to the [REMOTE] Jack (38), you can add a narration while recording is in progress.

While the [TALK] Button (92) is pressed, the [] Indication is displayed and the sound is recorded from [MIC] (88).

(88)

REC

(92)

≥While the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate.

ª Digital Still Picture

You can record images stilled by Digital Still Picture Mode onto a tape.

When the [STILL] Button (17) is pressed, images become still pictures. When the button is pressed again, the Digital Still Picture Mode is cancelled.

STILL

(17) ENTER

FADE

≥You can also record pictures onto a Card by pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button after setting to the Digital Still Picture Mode and then checking the image.

ª Progressive Photoshot

When the [æ] Indication is displayed, Progressive Photoshot Function works.

You can record still pictures with higher quality by using this function.

≥The Progressive Photoshot Function may not be activated depending on the function you use. (-72-)

≥To record still pictures with higher quality, we recommend setting to the Card Recording Mode. (To activate the progressive function regardless of the function you use)

≥When you record onto the tape and the card simultaneously, the progressive function will not work.

ª Recording Yourself

By opening the LCD Monitor and rotating it forward (to the lens side), you can let the subject in front of the Camcorder monitor the shot while recording is in progress.

≥When the [EVF ON/AUTO] is set to [AUTO] and 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 [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to [MIRROR]. Images are recorded normally and no left and right reversal occurs.

ª Frame Moving Pictures (Frame Mode)

Frame moving-picture recording enables you 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.)

1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [REC MODE] >> [FRAME].

	STILL
	ENTER
(16) MENU	FADE

≥The [FRAME] Indication appears.

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Recording Mode

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (47).

(47)

≥For other notes concerning this item, see -74-.

Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot)

Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the Camcorder.

The size of images that are recorded using this Camcorder is approximately 4.0 million pixels. Recording of images with a size that is larger than a million pixels is called mega-pixel still-picture recording. Compared to images of normal recording, images that are created by mega-pixel still-picture recording can be printed out clearly.

When recording in Tape Recording Mode:

1Set the Mode Dial (44) to Tape Recording

Mode.

	(44)	S
		D	PC

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (52).

PHOTO

(52) SHOT

≥To record still pictures with higher quality, we recommend recording in the Card Recording Mode.

When recording in the Card Recording Mode:

1Set the Mode Dial (44) to Card Recording

Mode.

PC

	D
(44)	S

2Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (52) halfway.

(52)	SHOT
	PHOTO
		1
		2

≥The aperture value and gain are fixed and the Camcorder automatically focuses on the subject.

1 Shutter Chance Mark

2 Focus Area

Shutter Chance Mark

Lights (green): The subject is adequately focused. (The focus is stable and you can record pictures more clearly.)

Lights (white): The subject is almost focused. Blinks (white): The Camcorder is focusing on

the subject.

No Mark: The Camcorder cannot focus on the subject.

≥When the Image Stabilizer Function (-32-) is set to [ON], the Image Stabilizer Function works more effectively. ([ MEGA EIS] Indication appears.)

MEGA

EIS

≥The [PHOTO SHOT] Button on the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic cannot be pressed halfway.

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (52) fully.

PHOTO

(52) SHOT

≥The [ PICTURE ] Indication lights up in red.

≥The Shutter Chance Mark appears even when the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is not pressed. Check it for your reference.

≥Even if the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed halfway, the Shutter Chance Mark does not appear in Manual Focus Mode.

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Recording Mode

Selecting the Size of Photoshot Images

1 Tape Recording Mode:

Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]

>>[PICTURE SIZE] >> [1280k960] or [640k480].

Card Recording Mode:

Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]

>>[PICTURE SIZE] >> [2288k1728],

[1600k1200], [1280k960] or [640k480].

		STILL
(16)		ENTER
	MENU	FADE

Selecting the Quality of Photoshot images

1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU], [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] or

[CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] >> [PICT QUALITY] >> a desired image quality.

STILL

(16)	ENTER

MENU FADE

ª RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot

The still pictures can be recorded on a Card at regular intervals.

≥Available only with [640k480] picture size.

1Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] >> [BURST MODE] >> [ON].

STILL

(16)		ENTER
	MENU	FADE

≥The [ ] Indication appears.

2Keep pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button

(52).

PHOTO

SHOT

(52)

≥You can also activate RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Function after pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button halfway. In this case, if the Image Stabilizer Function (-32-) is set to [ON], the Image Stabilizer Function works more effectively.

≥When [ON] is selected, the still pictures can be recorded in approximately 0.7 second intervals until the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is released or 10 pictures are recorded. (You cannot use the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot if the shutter speed is set to 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 or 1/15.)

≥For other notes concerning this item, see -75-.

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