Panasonic PV-GS50D User Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Model No.

PV-GS50

PV-GS50-K

Mini

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

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

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

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Things You Should Know

Date of Purchase

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Palmcorder information source.

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 Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and

Long Play (LP) mode It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Palmcorder with the

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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

mark be used.

CAUTION

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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

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

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS50 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,

CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE

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

in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

FULLY INSERT.

ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

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 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.

Precautions

USE & LOCATION

≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your

Palmcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Palmcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Palmcorder from the power supply before cleaning.

≥DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE

SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

≥DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH

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

≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO

EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as,

in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Palmcorder.

≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

TEMPERATURE ... If the unit 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 PALMCORDER OR

THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

≥STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Store

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

CARE

≥TO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not

use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorder body.

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

surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Palmcorder lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR

PALMCORDER ... Before handling your

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement

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

LIMITED USE SOFTWARE LICENSE

You, the Licensee, are granted a non-exclusive software license to use the Software and related documentation supplied herein. The terms of this license are as follows:

1) You may use the Software on a single computer at a single location.

2) As you, the Licensee, own the physical media on which the Software is recorded, the Licensor of the Software retains title and ownership thereof, regardless of the form or media in or on which the original and other copies may exist. This License is not a sale of the original Software or any copy thereof.

3) You are required to protect the copyright of the Software. You may NOT distribute or otherwise make the Software or documentation available to any third party without the prior written consent of the Licensor. You may be held legally responsible for any copyright infringement that is caused or encouraged by your failure to abide by the terms of this License.

4) You may NOT modify or alter the Software. Any portion of the Software that is merged into or used in conjunction with other software will continue to be the property of the Licensor and will be subject to the terms of this License.

5) You are permitted to copy the Software for exclusive use as your working copy. Any such copy must contain the same copyright notice and proprietary marking as the original Software.

6) You may not transfer or assign the Software or this License to any other person without the prior written consent of the Licensor. Any authorized transferee of the Software shall be bound by the same terms and conditions of this License and, in such case your license is automatically terminated. In no event may you transfer, assign, rent, sell, or otherwise dispose of the Software on a temporary or permanent basis except as expressly provided herein.

7) This License is effective until terminated. This License will terminate automatically without notice from the Licensor if you fail to comply with any provision of this Agreement. Upon termination you will destroy the Software together with all copies and modifications in any form.

8) The Software has been tested and the documentation has been reviewed. However, THE LICENSOR MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE, ALL OF WHICH ARE EXCLUDED. Some states do not allow exclusion of implied warranties so the above disclaimer may not apply to you.

9) The Licensor will not be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage in connection with the Software or its documentation. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you.

10) (Notice to U.S. Government End Users) The Software and Documentation are “Commercial Items”, as that term is defined at 48 C.F.R. 2.101, consisting of “Commercial Computer Software” and “Commercial Computer Software Documentation”, as such terms are used in 48 C.F.R. 12.212 or 48 C.F.R. 227.7202, as applicable. Consistent with 48 C.F.R. 12.212 or 48 C.F.R. 227.7202-1 through

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Contents

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

Before Using

Quick Guide .........................................................12

To View the Playback Picture ..............................12

Controls and Components ...................................13

Remote Controller................................................15

Power Supply.......................................................18

Charging Time and Available Recording

Time .................................................................18

Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap ............................19

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ...............................20

Inserting a Cassette .............................................20

Turning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting

Modes ..............................................................20

Using the Viewfinder............................................21

Using the LCD Monitor.........................................21

Using the Menu Screen .......................................22

List of Menus........................................................23

Setting Date and Time .........................................27

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge .......................27

LP Mode...............................................................27

Audio Recording Mode ........................................27

CAMERA Mode

Recording.............................................................28

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

Self-timer Recording............................................30

PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette...........30

Zoom In/Out Functions ........................................31

Digital Zoom Function ..........................................31

Digital Electronic Image Stabilizer Function.........32

Fade In/Out Functions .........................................32

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

Backlight Compensation Function .......................33

MagicPix Function................................................34

Wind Noise Reduction Function...........................34

Recording in Special Situations (Program AE) .... 35

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

Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) .....................36

Manual Focus Adjustment ...................................37

Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance) ......37

Adjusting White Balance Manually.......................38

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

Playing Back........................................................42

VCR Mode

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back .............43

Slow Motion Playback..........................................44

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback ..................44

Finding the End of a Recording

(Blank Search Function)...................................45

Playback Zoom Function .....................................45

Index Search Functions .......................................46

Playback Digital Effect Functions.........................47

Playing Back on Your TV.....................................49

Audio Dubbing .....................................................50

Special Features

Using a Memory Card..........................................51

Recording on the Memory Card...........................52

Playing Back Files from the Memory Card...........56

Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to

a Cassette........................................................59

Slide Show...........................................................60

Creating a Title.....................................................61

Inserting a Title ....................................................62

Protecting the Files on a Memory Card from

Accidental Erasure (File Lock) .........................63

Deleting the Files Recorded on

a Memory Card ................................................64

Formatting a Memory Card ..................................65

DPOF Setting.......................................................65

Copying your DV Cassette to an S-VHS or

VHS Cassette (Dubbing)..................................66

Copying an S-VHS or VHS Cassette to your

DV Cassette.....................................................66

Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video

Equipment (Dubbing) .......................................67

Using the Software with a Computer ...................68

Using USB Driver.................................................68

Installing USB Driver............................................69

Connecting Computer and Palmcorder................70

Using as a Web Camera......................................71

Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE...........................73

Using the G.726 Audio Decoder ..........................74

Using the ArcSoft Software..................................75

To disconnect USB cable safely...........................77

If you no longer need software or driver

(Uninstall).........................................................77

Notes....................................................................78

Before Use CAMERA VCR

Special Features

Others

Indications............................................................80

Others

Initializing the Modes ...........................................83

Warning/Alarm Indications...................................83

Notes & Precautions............................................84

Cautions for Use ..................................................92

Explanation of Terms ...........................................95

Specifications.......................................................97

Palmcorder Accessory System ............................98

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers).......................................99

Before Requesting Service

(Problems and Solutions)...............................100

Request for Service Notice (USA Only) .............103

Limited Warranty (For USA Customers) ............104

Customer Services Directory .............................105

Warranty (For Canadian Customers) .................106

Index ..................................................................107

Spanish Quick Use Guide/

Guía española para el uso rápido..................109

Before Using

PV-DAC13

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CGA-DU07

N2QAEC000003

Standard Accessories

Illustrated on the left are accessories packaged with the Palmcorder.

1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (l 18)

≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.

CAUTION:

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

2) Battery Pack (l 18)

≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.

3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery (l 15, 16, 17)

4) MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic (l 16)

5) Lens Cap (l 19)

6) A/V Cable (l 49)

7) S-Video Cable (l 49)

K2KC4CB00009

K2KC4CB00008

VYF2887

Before Use

RP-SD008BVE0

10)

11)

VFC3506

VFF0193

VFA0397

8) Shoulder Strap (l 20)

9) SD Memory Card (l 78)

10) CD-ROM:

USB Driver for Panasonic DVC (l 68) DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (l 73) G.726 Audio Decoder (l 74) ArcSoft Software (l 75)

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

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

≥Microsoft

trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.

≥Intel

trademarks of the Intel Corporation.

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

instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.

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

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

≥Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in

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

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

Terminal is referred to as Palmcorder.

≥These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the

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

11) USB Cable (l 68)

Windows®, NetMeeting® and DirectX®, are registered

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

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

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 113,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

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

Quick Guide

1 Charge the Battery. (l 18)

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

AC Wall Outlet.

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

charging process.)

≥The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and

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

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

connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it.

2 Attach the Charged Battery to the Palmcorder. (l 18)

3 Insert the Cassette. (l 20)

PUSH

OPEN / EJECT

≥Slide the [OPEN/EJECT]

down to open the Cassette Compartment.

≥Insert the Cassette. ≥Press [PUSH CLOSE] ≥Close the outside compartment Cover.

1 Lever toward the front and pull

2 to load the Cassette.

5, 6

CAMERA VCR

CARD PB

≥Turn the Palmcorder on. (l 20) ≥Rotate the Switch ≥Press the ≥Press the

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

To View the Playback Picture

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

4 Start recording. (l 28)

the tape back.

≥Set the

CAMERA VCR

CARD PB

FADE

BACK LIGHT

≥Press the ≥Press the ≥Press the

6 Turn the Palmcorder off. (l 20)

≥Set the 9 Switch to [OFF].

(l 42)

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

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

Before Use

4) 7)6)

12)

17)

16)

MAGIC

PIX

18)

19)

LIGHT

FADE

20)

10)9)

STILL

21)

11)

TITLEBACK

MULTI P-IN-P

15)13)8)14)

Controls and Components

1) LCD Monitor (l 21, 95)

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

≥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.

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

2) LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN 4] (l 21)

3) Accessory Shoe

4) Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] (l 51)

5) Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN] (l 51)

6) Card Slot Cover (l 51)

7) Card Slot (l 51)

8) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l 42, 43) Reverse Search Button [SEARCHs] (l 28) Recording Check Button [S] (l 28)

9) Play Button [1] (l 42, 56, 60) Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] (l 33)

10) Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] Forward Search Button [SEARCHr] (l 28)

11) Title Button [TITLE] (l 62)

12) MAGICPIX Button [MAGICPIX] (l 34)

13) Stop Button [∫] (l 42, 56, 60)

22)

Fade Button [FADE] (l 32)

23)

14) Still Button [;] (l 44, 56, 60)

24)

Camera Still Button [STILL] (l 30)

15) Multi-Picture Button [MULTI] (l 41, 48) Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] (l 40)

16) Viewfinder (l 21, 95)

25)

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

≥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.

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

17) Eyepiece Corrector Knob (l 21)

18) Menu Button [MENU] (l 22)

19) Multi-Function Dial [PUSH] (l 22, 27, 37, 42, 44)

20) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 30, 52)

21) Zoom Lever [W/T] (l 31)

22) Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (l 20)

23) Reset Button [RESET] (l 100)

24) Tape/Card Selector [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] (l 28, 52)

25) Easy-Grip Strap (l 19)

(l 43)

QUICK

START

28)

30)

31)32)

33) 34) 35)

36)

37)

S-VIDEO

IN / OUT

41) 42) 43)

44)

45)

46)

47)

26) Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] (l 29)

27) Quick Start Recording Lamp (l 29)

28) Recording Start/Stop Button (l 28, 55)

29) Off/On Mode Selector Switch [OFF/ON/MODE] (l 20, 28, 42)

30) Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD PB] (l 22, 28, 42, 56)

31) Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 28, 35, 37)

26)

27)

29)

CAMERA VCR

CARD P.B

32) Shoulder Strap Holders (l 20)

33) Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] (l 18)

34) Battery Holder (l 18)

35) Tripod Receptacle

≥Use for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripod.

36) Cassette Holder (l 20)

37) Speaker

38) Cassette Compartment Cover (l 20)

39) Cassette Holder Close Button [PUSH CLOSE] (l 20)

40) Remote Control Sensor (l 17) White Balance Sensor (l 37, 96)

41) S-Video Input/Output Jack [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] (l 49)

42) USB Jack (l 70)

43) DV Input/Output Terminal [DV] (l 67)

≥Connect this to the digital video equipment.

44) Lens Hood (l 95)

45) Rec Lamp (l 28)

46) Lens

47) Microphone (Built-in, stereo)

48) Easy-Grip Strap Lock Cover (l 19)

49) Easy-Grip Strap Release Button (l 19)

50) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack [AV IN/OUT] (l 49) Headphone Jack [PHONES] (l 88)

≥Connecting an AV Cable to this Jack activates the

Palmcorder’s built-in speaker, but connecting a headphone,

38)

39)

40)

etc. deactivates it.

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

terminal, plug it in as far as it goes.

51) MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic Jack [REMOTE] (l 16) Microphone Jack [MIC] (l 88)

52)

≥Connecting with an external microphone or audio equipment.

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

≥When connecting the remote controller to the [PHONES]

Socket, the Palmcorder may not operate properly.

52) Eyecup

AV IN/OUT

REMOTE/MIC

PHONES

(PLUG IN POWER)

48)

49)

50) 51)

Before Use

OSD

COUNTER

MULTI/

P-IN-P

/REW

615

STILL ADV

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

OSD

COUNTER

MULTI/

P-IN-P

/REW

615

11)

STILL ADV

12)

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

13)

STORE

14)

OFF/ON

15)

P.B.DIGITAL

OSD

COUNTER

20)

MULTI/

P-IN-P

21)

/REW

22)

615

STILL ADV

23)

INDEX INDEX

24)

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

DATE/

TIME

RESET

¥REC

PLAY

PAUSE

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

DATE/

TIME

RESET

¥REC

PLAY

PAUSE

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

DATE/

TIME

RESET

¥REC

PLAY

PAUSE

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

Remote Controller

Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

P.B.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

P.B.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

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

Remote Controller Buttons

1) Date and Time Button [DATE/TIME] (l 83)

2) Indication Output Button [OSD] (l 49)

3) Counter Reset Button [RESET] (l 96)

4) Indication Shift Button [COUNTER] (l 83)

5) Multi-Picture/Picture-in-Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P]

10)

(l 40, 41, 48)

6) Recording Button [REC] (l 66, 67)

7) Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] (l 50)

8) Upward Direction Button [π] (for Playback Zoom Function) (l 45)

9) Left/Right Direction Button [∑, ∏] (for Playback Zoom Function) (l 45)

10) Downward Direction Button [∫] (for Playback Zoom Function) (l 45)

11) Slow Motion/Still Advance Button [E, D] (E : reverse direction, D: normal direction) (l 44)

12) Index Search Button [:, 9]

16)

(:: reverse direction, 9: normal direction) (l 46)

13) Selection Button [SELECT] (l 47)

14) Store Button [STORE] (l 47)

15) Off/On Button [OFF/ON] (l 47)

16) Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL] (l 31, 42, 45)

17)

17) Variable Speed Search Button [VAR.SEARCH] (l 43)

18)

18) Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] (l 45)

19)

19) Speed Selection Button [π, ∫] (for Variable Speed Search Function) (l 43)

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

20) Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] (l 43)

21) Play Button [1] (l 42, 56)

25)

22) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l 42, 43)

23) Pause Button [;] (l 44, 56)

26)

24) Stop Button [∫] (l 42, 56)

27)

25) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 30, 52)

26) Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] (l 28)

27) Title Button [TITLE] (l 62)

28) Menu Button [MENU] (l 22)

29) Item Set Button [SET] (l 22)

30) Item Select Button [ITEM] (l 22)

28)

29)

30)

1 2 3 4 5

ª MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic

This controller allows the scene to be shot in various angles, high to low and is also convenient when a Tripod is used. When the MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic is not use, attach its

clip to the Easy-Grip Strap for convenience. This controller allows the camera to be used more conveniently by a left-handed user. ≥When using the MagicWire Remote Control with Narration MIC,

plug its connector into the [REMOTE], [MIC] Jack of the Palmcorder as far as it goes.

1 Narration Microphone [MIC] (l 29) 2 Recording Start/Stop Button [REC] 3 Zoom Lever [W/T]

≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stages.

4 PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] 5 Narration Microphone Button [TALK] (l 29)

≥When connecting the MagicWire Remote Control with

Narration Mic to [REMOTE] Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate.

6 Clip

ª Inserting the Button-type Battery

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

1 While pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery

Holder.

2 Insert the button-type battery with the imprint (i)

facing upward.

3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.

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

CR2025 battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about one year, however, it depends on operation frequency.)

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

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Warning

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

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

Before Use

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ª Using the Remote Controller 1

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

≥Distance from the Palmcorder: Within approximately 15 feet

(5 meters)

≥Angle: Approximately 15o in the vertical and horizontal

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

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

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

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

Selecting Remote Controller Modes

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

Controller do not match, [REMOTE] is displayed.

Setting on the Palmcorder:

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

Setting on the Remote Controller:

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

automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode.

directions from the central axis

Power Supply

ª Using the AC Adaptor 1

Insert the battery-shaped connector of the DC Cable into the Battery Holder on the Palmcorder.

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

AC Adaptor.

3 Connect the AC Adaptor and AC Cable.

CGA-DU07

CGA-DU14

CGA-DU21

PUSH

BATT

1 h 30 min.

2 h 15 min. (1 h 35 min.)

2 h 45 min.

4 h 30 min. (3 h 10 min.)

3 h 55 min.

6 h 45 min. (4 h 45 min.)

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

Adaptor Jack. A gap will remain as shown

≥Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the

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

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

Adaptor.

ª Using the Battery

Before use, fully charge the battery.

1 Attach the Battery to AC Adaptor and charge it.

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

connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it.

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

charging starts.

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

2 Attach the charged Battery to the Palmcorder.

Disconnecting the Power Source

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

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

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

≥When the Palmcorder is used for a long period of time, the Camera

body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.

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

attached to the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.

2, slide the Battery or battery-shaped

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Charging Time and Available Recording Time

A Charging Time B Maximum Continuous Recording Time

≥“2 h 15 min.” indicates 2 hour and 15 minutes. ≥Battery CGA-DU07 is supplied. ≥The hours shown in the table are approximate hours. ≥The numeric characters in parentheses indicate the recording time

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

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

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

Before Use

Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap

ª Attach the Lens Cap

To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.

1 Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord through the

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

2 Pass the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the hole

in the Easy-Grip Strap Attachment part and the Lens Cap through the Lens Cap Cord.

≥The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the Easy-Grip Strap

1. (When you are not recording, be sure to keep the Lens Cap

attached to the Lens for protection.)

ª Adjust the Easy-Grip Strap

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

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

length of it.

2 Reattach the tip of the Easy-Grip Strap.

ª To Use as a Free Style Easy-Grip Strap

Using the Easy-Grip Strap as the Free Style Easy-Grip Strap makes it easier to handle and carry the Palmcorder. when used in conbination with the MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic.

Open the Lock Cover 2 by holding tabs 3 on both sides.

Keep pressing on the Lock Button 4 and pull it off.

≥Hold the Palmcorder securely. ≥Close the Lock Cover

Slide the pad of the Easy-Grip Strap.

Attach the Easy-Grip Strap around your wrist.

When re-attaching the Grip Belt Attachment to the Palmcorder

2 after pulling off.

1 It is also convenient

1 Push until it locks with a click.

≥To prevent from getting unlocked accidentally, press on 5 and

mount securely.

3, 4

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CARD PB

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

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

1 Pass the tip of the Shoulder Strap through the

Shoulder Strap Holders on the Palmcorder and pull the Shoulder Strap.

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

the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster, and pull it.

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

Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off.

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

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Inserting a Cassette

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

EJECT

/OPEN

PUSH

pull down to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

2 Insert a Cassette. 3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the

[PUSH CLOSE] Button.

4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

≥For other notes, see page 84.

ª Accidental Erasure Prevention

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

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Turning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting Modes

Turn on the power first and then select Modes.

ª How to Turn on the Power 1

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

≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up.

ª How to Switch Modes

Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch.

1, 2

≥With each rotation, the Mode switches in the order of Camera

Mode, VCR Mode, and Card Playback Mode.

≥The appropriate Mode Lamp lights up.

ª How to Turn off the Power

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

pressing the

1 Button.

Before Use

4 90x

LCD/EVF SET

LCD BRIGHTNESS

LOW||||----HIGH

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

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

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

3 180x

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 Viewfinder. 2 Adjust the Viewfinder by sliding the Eyepiece

Corrector Knob

Using the LCD Monitor

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

1 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON]. 2 Put your finger on the [OPEN 4] Tab 2 on the

underside of the LCD Monitor and pull the LCD Monitor out about 90x in the direction of the arrow.

≥The Viewfinder goes off.

3 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the

desired recording angle.

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

vertical position to the upward direction and a maximum of 90x

4 to the downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD

monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Palmcorder.

Closing the LCD monitor

Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.

≥Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed.

ª Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

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

LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS]

Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen.

LCD Color Level [LCD COLOR LEVEL]

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

Brightness of the Viewfinder [EVF BRIGHTNESS]

Adjust the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder.

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

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

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

bars indicates stronger brightness or color saturation.

Increasing the Brightness of the Entire LCD Monitor

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

≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded images.

≥For other notes, see page 95.

2 3 4

CAMERA VCR

CARD PB

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

CAMERA SETUP

DIGITAL EFFECT

CARD SETUP

MULTI-PICTURES

RECORDING SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS1

OTHER FUNCTIONS2

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

VCR FUNCTIONS

PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

DIGITAL EFFECT

CARD SETUP

MULTI-PICTURES

RECORDING SETUP

AV IN/OUT SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

CARD FUNCTIONS

DELETE CARD FILE

CARD EDITING

DISPLAY SETUP

OTHER FUNCTIONS

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

PHOTO

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PICTURE

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Using the Menu Screen

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

1 Press the [MENU] Button.

≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the

[OFF/ON/MODE] Switch

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

is displayed.

≥When the [VCR] Lamp is on, the VCR Function Menu is

displayed.

≥When the [CARD PB] Lamp is on, the Card Function Menu is

displayed.

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

3 Press the [PUSH] Dial to display the selected

Sub-Menu.

4 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select the item to be set. 5 Press the [PUSH] Dial to set the selected item to a

desired Mode.

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

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

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

back. Menus can be displayed during playback but not during recording.

≥The above operations can be carried out using the Remote

Controller. (l 15)

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

Remote Controller.

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

on the Remote Controller.

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

7 on the Remote Controller.

Button

To Exit the Menu Screen

Press the [MENU] Button again.

About the Menu Mode Setting

The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Palmcorder is turned off. (But, the setup of [EFFECT2] (l 39) will not be retained.) If, however, the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning the Palmcorder off, the selected setting may not be retained.

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

ª File Selection in the Card Playback Mode (l 58)

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

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

≥The selected file is marked by a frame 8.

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

file.

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

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

1 is displayed.

5 on the

Before Use

10)

CAMERA SETUP

PROG.AE OFF 5 7 4 Ω º PROGRESSIVE AUTO ON OFF EIS OFF ON D.ZOOM OFF 25k 700k CINEMA OFF ON SELF TIMER OFF ON WEB CAMERA OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DIGITAL EFFECT

EFFECT1 OFF MULTI P-IN-P WIPE MIX STROBE GAIN UP TRAIL MOSAIC MIRROR EFFECT2 OFF NEGA SEPIA B/W SOLARI

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

List of Menus

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

Camera Mode Main-Menu [CAMERA FUNCTIONS]

[CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu

1) Auto Exposure Mode [PROG.AE] (l 35)

2) Progressive PhotoShot Mode [PROGRESSIVE] (l 30)

3) Image Stabilizer [EIS] (l 32)

4) Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] (l 31)

5) Cinema-like Format Recording [CINEMA] (l 33)

6) Self-timer Recording [SELF TIMER] (l 30)

7) Web Camera Mode [WEB CAMERA] (l 71)

8) Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu

9) Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1] (l 39)

10) Digital Effects 2 [EFFECT2] (l 39)

11)

12)

13)

14)

15)

16)

17)

18)

19)

20)

21)

22)

23)

CARD SETUP

PICTURE QUALITY FINE NORMAL ECONOMY MPEG4 MODE SUPERFINE FINE NORMAL BURST MODE OFF H L CREATE TITLE ---- YES

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

MULTI-PICTURES

SCAN MODE STROBE MANUAL SPEED FAST NORMAL SLOW SWING OFF ON P-IN-P 1 2 3 4

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

RECORDING SETUP

REC SPEED SP LP AUDIO REC 12bit 16bit SCENE INDEX 2HOUR DAY WIND CUT OFF ON ZOOM MIC OFF ON

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

[CARD SETUP] Sub-Menu

11) Picture Quality [PICTURE QUALITY] (l 53)

12) MPEG4 Picture Quality [MPEG4 MODE] (l 55)

13) RapidFire

Consecutive Still Shots [BURST MODE] (l 53)

14) Title Creation [CREATE TITLE] (l 61)

[MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu

15) Multi-Picture Mode [SCAN MODE] (l 41)

16) Strobe Multi-Picture Speed [SPEED] (l 41)

17) Swing Mode [SWING] (l 41)

18) Position of Small Picture inside Normal Picture [P-IN-P] (l 40)

[RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu

19) Recording Speed Mode [REC SPEED] (l 27)

20) Audio Recording Mode [AUDIO REC] (l 27, 50)

21) Index Mode [SCENE INDEX] (l 46)

22) Wind Noise Reduction [WIND CUT] (l 34) ≥If this function is set to [ON], the sound of wind hitting the

microphone can be reduced for recording.

23) Zoom Microphone [ZOOM MIC] (l 31)

24)

25)

26)

27)

28)

29)

30)

31)

32)

33)

34)

35)

36)

37)

38)

DISPLAY SETUP

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

OTHER FUNCTIONS1

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH

MENU TO EXIT

OTHER FUNCTIONS2

DEMO MODE OFF ON INITIAL SET

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH

MENU TO EXIT

---- YES

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

24) Date and Time Indication [DATE/TIME] (l 83)

25) Counter Display Mode [C.DISPLAY] (l 83)

26) Counter Reset [C.RESET] (l 96) ≥Set the counter value to zero. However, it cannot reset the

Time Code.

27) Display Mode [DISPLAY] (l 83)

28) LCD Brightness [LCD MODE] (l 21)

29) LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment [LCD/EVF SET] (l 21)

[OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Sub-Menu

30) Remote Controller Mode [REMOTE] (l 17)

31) Recording Lamp [REC LAMP] (l 28)

32) Beep Sound [BEEP SOUND] (l 84)

33) Shutter Effect [SHTR EFFECT] (l 30)

34) Date and Time Setting [CLOCK SET] (l 27)

35) Self-Recording [SELF REC] (l 29)

36) Voice Power Save [VOICE POWER SAVE] (l 90)

[OTHER FUNCTIONS2] Sub-Menu

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

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

38) Initial Setting Mode [INITIAL SET] (l 83)

Before Use

PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

BLANK SEARCH ---- YES

RECORD TO CARD ---- YES SEARCH PHOTO SCENE

bit AUDIO ST1 ST2 MIX

AUDIO OUT STEREO L R

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DIGITAL EFFECT

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

CARD SETUP

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

MULTI-PICTURES

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

RECORDING SETUP

REC SPEED SP LP AUDIO REC 12bit

12)

13)

14)

10)

11)

15)

16)

16bit

VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS]

[PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

1) Blank Search [BLANK SEARCH] (l 45)

2) Recording to Card [RECORD TO CARD] (l 54)

3) Index Search Mode [SEARCH] (l 46)

4) Audio Selector [12bit AUDIO] (l 50)

5) Audio Output Mode [AUDIO OUT] (l 88)

6) Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu

7) Digital Effect On/Off [EFFECT] (l 47)

8) Digital Effect Selection [EFFECT SELECT] (l 48)

[CARD SETUP] Sub-Menu

9) Picture Quality [PICTURE QUALITY] (l 53)

10) MPEG4 Picture Quality [MPEG4 MODE] (l 55)

11) Title Creation [CREATE TITLE] (l 61)

[MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu

12) Multi-Picture Mode [SCAN MODE] (l 48)

13) Strobe Multi-Picture Speed [SPEED] (l 48)

14) Swing Mode [SWING] (l 48)

[RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu

15) Recording Speed Mode [REC SPEED] (l 27)

16) Audio Recording Mode [AUDIO REC] (l 27, 50)

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

AV IN/OUT SETUP

AV JACK

17)

IN/OUT OUT/PHONES A.DUB INPUT MIC AV IN

18)

DV OUT OFF ON

19)

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DISPLAY SETUP

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

OTHER FUNCTIONS

REMOTE VCR1 VCR2 OFF CLOCK SET ---- YES

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

[AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu

17) AV Jack [AV JACK] (l 50, 66, 88)

18) Audio Dubbing Input [A.DUB INPUT] (l 50)

19) AD Conversion Output [DV OUT] (l 67)

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

≥Same as described on page 24.

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

≥Same as described on page 24.

DELETE CARD FILE

DELETE FILE

BY SELECTION

DELETE ALL FILES

DELETE TITLE

BY SELECTION

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

CARD EDITING

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

DISPLAY SETUP

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

Card Playback Mode Main-Menu [CARD FUNCTIONS]

[DELETE CARD FILE] Sub-Menu

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

(l 64)

2) Deleting All Files [DELETE ALL FILES] (l 64)

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

(l 64)

[CARD EDITING] Sub-Menu

4) Recording to Cassette [RECORD TO TAPE] (l 59)

5) Searching a File [FILE SEARCH] (l 58)

6) Setting the Lock [FILE LOCK] (l 63)

7) Setting a Slide Show [SLIDE SHOW] (l 60)

8) Setting DPOF [DPOF SETTING] (l 65)

9) Formatting a Card [CARD FORMAT] (l 65)

[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu

≥Same as described on page 24.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

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

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

10)

FILE SEARCH

11)

DELETE FILE FILE LOCK

12)

DPOF SETTING EXIT

13)

14)

[OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

≥Same as described on page 24.

Short-Cut Menus of the Card Playback Mode

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

10) [FILE SEARCH]:

The [FILE SEARCH] Menu for finding files by number appears.

(l 58)

11) [DELETE FILE]: The [DELETE FILE] Menu for deleting the file being displayed appears. (l 64) Use this Menu after the file to be erased appears.

12) [FILE LOCK]: The [FILE LOCK] Menu to prevent the accidental erasure of files (Lock Setting) being displayed appears. (l 63) Use this Menu after the file to be locked appears.

13) [DPOF SETTING]: The [DPOF SETTING] Menu for performing the DPOF settings for the displayed picture appears. (l 65) Use this Menu after the picture whose DPOF settings are to be performed has appeared.

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

Before Use

CLOCK SET

YEAR :2003

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

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

1, 3 1, 2

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

Setting Date and Time

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

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

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

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

≥Year will cycle in the order shown below.

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

3 Press the [MENU] Button to finish setting the date

and time.

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

again.

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

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

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Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

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

1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Palmcorder with the

power turned off and then connect to the AC Jack.

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

the clock for approximately 3 months.

1 is lit, the internal lithium battery is almost or

RECORDING SETUP

REC SPEED

AUDIO REC 12bit SCENE INDEX 2HOUR WIND CUT OFF ZOOM MIC

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

RECORDING SETUP

REC SPEED

AUDIO REC

SCENE INDEX 2HOUR WIND CUT OFF ZOOM MIC

RETURN ---- YES

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

SP LP

SP 12bit 16bit

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LP Mode

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

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

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

compatible with other equipment.

≥Audio Dubbing is not possible with LP Mode. (l 50)

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Audio Recording Mode

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

3, 4

TAPE

AUTO MANUAL FOCUS

CAMERA VCR

CARD PB

RECORD

PAUSE

CARD

MODE

REC

PAUSE

CAMERA Mode

Recording

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

≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. 1

Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector

towards [TAPE].

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

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

[REC].

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

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to

pause the recording.

≥[PAUSE] is displayed. 4 ≥If the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than

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

5, the Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus and white

balance. (In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually.) (l 37)

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

Cap is still attached when the power is turned on, Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function correctly. (l 37)

ª To Check the Recording

By pressing the [S] Button 6 in the Recording Pause Mode, you can play back the last few seconds of the recorded scene. ≥[CHK]

Recording Pause Mode.

≥For other notes, see page 84.

ª To View the recorded scene while the Recording

is paused

The recorded scene can be viewed by holding down the [SEARCHj] Button Pause Mode. The Camera Search Function is useful for finding the starting point of a new scene to create a smooth transition from one scene to another. ≥When the [SEARCHj] Button is pressed, images are played back

in the reverse direction.

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

in the forward direction.

≥For other notes, see page 85.

ª To Finish the Recording

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

alerts those being recorded that recording is in progress. The Rec Lamp does not light up if the [REC LAMP] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Sub-menu is set to [OFF].

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

is displayed. After checking, the Palmcorder resumes the

(Camera Search)

6 or [SEARCHi] Button 7 in the Recording

CAMERA

REC

ª To add a Sound while Recording

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

While the [TALK] Button

displayed and the sound is recorded from [MIC]

2 is pressed, the [ ] Indication is

≥While the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does

not operate.

ª Self-Recording

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

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

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

image in a mirror, set [SELF REC] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Sub-Menu to [MIRROR]. (Mirror Mode) Images are recorded normally and no left and right reversal occurs.

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

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

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

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

QUICK

START

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Quick Start

When this feature is activated, you can resume recording quickly even if the Palmcorder goes into standby mode (when left in Pause mode for 5 minutes). Palmcorder will be ready for shooting in approximately 1.3 seconds when the Power switch is turned [OFF] and back to [ON] again. To activate this feature, press the [QUICK START] button to turn on the Quick Start Lamp.

2, 3

1 Press the [QUICK START] Button.

≥The Quick Start Recording Lamp lights up.

2 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Selector to [OFF].

≥The Quick Start Recording Lamp remains lit.

3 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Selector to [ON].

≥The Palmcorder will be ready for recording in approximately

1.3 seconds.

≥For other notes, see page 85.

Self-timer Recording

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

PHOTO SHOT

PUSH

When you set the self-timer, the still pictures are automatically taken after 10 seconds, on the Cassette and the Memory Card.

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

[SELF TIMER] >> [ON].

≥The [ ] Indication appears.

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥The Recording Lamp and the [ ] Indication flash and the

Photoshot is activated after 10 seconds.

≥

You can also use the RapidFireTM Consecutive Still Shots.

≥For other notes, see page 85.

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PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette

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

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[TAPE].

CARD

TAPE

PHOTO

MODE

PHOTO

PHOTO SHOT

STILL

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording

Pause Mode.

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

then switches back to the Recording Pause Mode.

≥PhotoShot Recording results in slightly inferior image quality. ≥If you set [SHTR EFFECT] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS1]

Sub-Menu to [ON], you can add an image and a sound like releasing the shutter.

ª Progressive PhotoShot

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

Sub-menu to [ON] or [AUTO], press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording Pause Mode. [æ] is displayed.

≥This Function may not work with some function settings. (l 85) ≥If you select Card Mode, [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [ON].

Mode

ª Continuous PhotoShot

If the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is held down with the [SHTR EFFECT] of the Sub-Menu [OTHER FUNCTIONS1] set to [ON], the Palmcorder will record still images without interruptions every

0.7 seconds until the button is released.

≥The screen blinks and, at the same time, a shutter clicking sound is

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

ª Digital Still Picture

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

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

≥For other notes, see page 85.

1tW

5tW

CAMERA

10tW

Z.MIC

Zoom In/Out Functions

The Zoom Function can be used to record objects close by or to achieve a wide-angle shot.

1 For wide-angle shots (zoom out):

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

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

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

ª Taking Close-up Shots of Small Subjects

(Macro Close-up Function)

When the zoom magnification is 1a, the Palmcorder can focus on a subject that is as close as approximately 0.8 inches (20 mm) from the lens. With this feature, small subjects such as insects can be recorded.

ª To Use the Zoom Microphone Function

Along with the zooming operation, the microphone’s directional

angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds. ≥Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >>

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

≥The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the

surrounding noise is too loud.

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

the Zoom Microphone Function does not work.

≥It does not work with an external microphone.

≥For other notes, see page 85.

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Digital Zoom Function

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

25tW

D.ZOOM

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

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

[D.ZOOM] >> [25

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

t] or [700t].

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

towards [T] or towards [W].

Canceling the Digital Zoom Function

Set [D.ZOOM] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-menu to [OFF]. ≥As the magnification of digital zoom increases, the quality of image

may deteriorate.

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

Digital Electronic Image Stabilizer

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

PHOTO

SHOT

Function

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

stabilize images being recorded.

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

[EIS] >> [ON].

≥The [EIS] Indication 1 appears.

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button or

[PHOTO SHOT] Button to start recording.

1, 3

FADE

EIS

Canceling Digital Electronic Image Stabilizer

Set [EIS] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OFF].

≥For other notes, see page 86.

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PHOTO SHOT

Fade In/Out Functions

Fade In 1

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

1 Hold down the [FADE] Button while the Palmcorder

is set to the Recording Pause Mode.

≥The image fades out gradually.

2 When the image is completely gone, press the

Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording.

3 Release the [FADE] Button about 3 seconds after

starting recording.

≥The image reappears gradually.

Fade Out

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

1 Hold down the [FADE] Button while recording.

≥The image fades out gradually.

2 About 3 seconds after the image is completely gone,

press the recording Start/Stop Button to stop recording.

3 Release the [FADE] Button.

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

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

CAMERA

CINEMA

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

Cinema Function

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

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

[CINEMA] >> [ON].

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

To Cancel the Cinema Mode

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

≥For other notes, see page 86.

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Backlight Compensation Function

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

subject.)

1 Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button.

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

To resume normal Recording

Press the Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT]. ≥When the [BACK LIGHT] Button is pressed, the entire screen

becomes brighter.

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

Compensation Function is cancelled.

BACK

LIGHT

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

1, 2

MAGIC

PIX

MAGICPIX

MagicPix Function

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

1 Press the [MAGICPIX] Button until the [MAGICPIX]

Indication

0 Lux MagicPix Function

Using the LCD Monitor light, a dark scene of almost 0 lux can be recorded.

2 Press the [MAGICPIX] Button until the

[0LUX MAGICPIX] Indication

≥The [REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR] Indication appears.

3 Rotate the LCD Monitor frontward (to the lens side).

≥The screen becomes white and the Viewfinder turns on. ≥The available range of the LCD Monitor light is within

approximately 3 feet (1 metre).

1 appears.

2 appears.

0LUX MAGICPIX

To Cancel the MagicPix Function

Press the [MAGICPIX] Button repeatedly until neither the [MAGICPIX] Indication nor the [0LUX MAGICPIX] Indication appears.

≥For other notes, see page 86.

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

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Wind Noise Reduction Function

This function reduces the noise that the wind makes as it hits the microphone during recording.

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

>> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].

≥The [WIND CUT] Indication 1 appears.

To Cancel the Wind Noise Reduction Function

Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >>

WIND CUT

[WIND CUT] >> [OFF]. ≥It does not work with the microphone on the MagicWire Remote

Control with Narration Mic nor an external microphone.

≥When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone is regulated

depending on the strength of wind to reduce wind noise.

CAMERA

AUTO MANUAL FOCUS

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

Recording in Special Situations

PUSH

Select optimal automatic exposures under specific recording situations.

(Program AE)

1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

≥The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >>

[PROG.AE] >> a desired Mode [ [

º].

≥The Indication of the selected Mode is displayed.

[5] Sports Mode

For recording scenes involving quick movements, such as sports scenes.

[7] Portrait Mode

Focuses on the main subject of the image and leaves the background slightly out of focus.

[4] Low Light Mode

Preserves the mood of dim light settings without altering picture brightness.

[Ω] Spotlight Mode

Neutralizes the additional brightness created by a spotlight.

[º] Surf & Snow Mode

Compensates for excessive illumination from sun glare to produce a clear picture.

Canceling the Program AE Function

Set [PROG.AE] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OFF]. Or, set the Mode Selector Switch to [AUTO].

≥For other notes, see page 86.

5], [7], [4], [Ω],

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

2, 3

AUTO MANUAL FOCUS

MNL

1/1000

Useful for recording fast-moving subjects.

1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears.

2 Press the [PUSH] Dial repeatedly until the shutter

speed Indication

2 appears.

3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the shutter speed.

The Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment

Tape Mode 1/60–1/8000 Card Mode 1/60–1/500 The standard shutter speed is 1/60 second. Selecting a speed closer to [1/8000] causes the shutter speed to be faster, resulting in crisper captures of moving subjects but a lower light level. ≥When the progressive function is [ON], a speed only up to 1/500

can be used.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Set the Mode Selector Switch to [AUTO].

≥For other notes, see page 87.

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

2, 3

AUTO MANUAL FOCUS

MNL

1/60

F2.0

Manual Iris Adjustment

You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark.

(F Number)

1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears.

2 Press the [PUSH] Dial repeatedly until the Iris

Indication

2 appears.

3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the iris.

Adjustable Range of the Iris

CLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F2.0, OPi (Opened) 0dB, ..., 18dB When a value closer to [CLOSE] is selected, the image becomes darker. When a value closer to [OPi18dB] is selected, the image becomes brighter. The value to which dB is attached indicates a gain value. If this value is too large, the quality of the image deteriorates.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Set the Mode Selector Switch to [AUTO].

≥For other notes, see page 87.

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1, 2

AUTO MANUAL FOCUS

1AWB

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

2, 3

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

CAMERA

PUSH

MNL

PUSH

Manual Focus Adjustment

Focus can be adjusted manually for recording in a situation where auto focus may not function well.

1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears.

2 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [FOCUS].

≥The [1MF] Indication (Manual Focus Mode) 2 appears.

3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the focus.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Set the Mode Selector Switch to [AUTO].

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Recording in Natural Colors

Depending on the scene or light conditions, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment Mode may not be able to bring out natural colors. In such a case, the white balance can be adjusted manually.

1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

≥The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Press the [PUSH] Dial.

≥The [AWB] Indication appears.

3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to set a desired White Balance

Mode.

1 Automatic White Balance Adjustment [AWB] 2 Indoor Mode (shooting under incandescent lighting) [{] 3 Outdoor Mode [z] 4 Fluorescent light Mode [|] 5 The White Balance setting that was previously set manually [1]

(White Balance)

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial until the [AWB] Indication appears. Or, set the Mode Selector Switch to [AUTO]. ≥When power is turned on with the Lens Cap on, the Automatic

White Balance Adjustment may not function properly. Please turn

on the Palmcorder after removing the Lens Cap.

≥For other notes, see page 87.

2, 3, 4

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

AUTO

MANUAL FOCUS

MNL

10 000K 9 000K 8 000K

7 000K

6 000K

5 000K

4 000K

3 000K

2 000K

10)

1 000K

K=Kelvin Color Temperature

Adjusting White Balance Manually

When the Auto White Balance Adjustment function does not operate suitably under the existing light conditions, use the Manual White Balance Adjustment mode.

1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears.

2 Press the [PUSH] Dial.

≥The [AWB] Indication appears.

3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial until the [1] Indication 2 is

displayed.

4 Point the Palmcorder at a full-screen white subject,

and then keep the [PUSH] Dial pressed until

1 2

≥When the [1] Indication flashes after turning the Palmcorder

on, the previously adjusted white balance setting is still kept.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial until the [AWB] Indication appears. Or, set the Mode Selector Switch to [AUTO].

ª About White Balance Sensor

The White Balance Sensor 3 determines the nature of the light source during recording. ≥Do not cover the White Balance Sensor with your hand during

indication [

recording. Otherwise, White Balance will not work normally.

≥The red light from the Recording Lamp

hand or object, possibly causing the White Balance sensor to operate incorrectly and changing the colouring.

Use of Auto White Balance Adjustment in inappropriate lighting conditions may result in reddish or bluish images. Where the subject is surrounded by many light-sources, Auto White Balance Adjustment may not operate properly. In such a case, we suggest that you adjust the White Balance.

1) The range that is controlled by the Auto White Balance Adjustment Mode of this Palmcorder

2) Blue sky

3) Cloudy sky (Rain)

4) TV screen

5) Sunlight

6) White fluorescent light

7) Halogen light bulb

8) Incandescent light bulb

9) Sunrise and sunset

10) Candlelight

1] stops flashing.

4 will be reflected off your

≥For other notes, see page 87.

CAMERA

1) MULTI 2) P-IN-P

3) WIPE 4) MIX

5) STROBE

6) GAIN UP 7) TRAIL

8) MOSAIC 9) MIRROR

10) NEGA 11) SEPIA

12) B/W 13) SOLARI

Digital Effect Functions

This Palmcorder is equipped with digital effect functions that add special effects to the scene.

Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1]

1) [MULTI] Multi-Picture Mode

2) [P-IN-P] Picture-in-Picture Mode

3) [WIPE] Wipe Mode

4) [MIX] Mix Mode

5) [STROBE] Strobe Mode ≥Records images with a stroboscopic effect.

6) [GAIN UP] Gain up Mode

≥Brightens images electronically. ≥Adjust focus manually when using this Mode. (l 37)

7) [TRAIL] Trailing Effect Mode ≥Records images with a trailing effect.

8) [MOSAIC] Mosaic Mode ≥Produces a mosaic-like image.

9) [MIRROR] Mirror Mode ≥The right half of an image becomes a mirror image of the left

half.

Digital Effects 2 [EFFECT2]

10) [NEGA] Negative Mode ≥The colors of the recorded image are inverted as seen in a

negative.

11) [SEPIA] Sepia Mode ≥Records a scene with a brownish tint, like the color of old

pictures.

12) [B/W] Black & White Mode ≥Records an image in black and white.

13) [SOLARI] Solarization Mode ≥Records an image with a painting-like effect.

Selecting a desired digital effect

Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] or [EFFECT2] >> a desired digital effect.

Canceling the digital effect

Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] or [EFFECT2] >>[OFF]. ≥If the Palmcorder is turned off, the [EFFECT2] settings are

cancelled.

≥For other notes, see page 87.

WIPE

MIX

1, 2

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

3, 4, 5

WIPE

MIX

PUSH

WIPE

MIX

ª Wipe Mode and Mix Mode

Wipe Mode:

Like a curtain being pulled, the still picture of the last recorded scene gradually changes to the moving image of a new scene.

Mix Mode:

While the moving image of a new scene fades in, the still image of the last recorded scene gradually fades out.

1 Set [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] >> [WIPE] or

[MIX].

2 Exit the menu by pressing the [MENU] Button.

≥The [WIPE] or [MIX] Indication appears.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start the

Recording.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to pause the

Recording.

≥The last scene is stored in memory. The [WIPE] or [MIX]

Indication changes to [B] or [C].

5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to restart the

Recording.

≥The last image of the previous scene gradually changes to the

new scene.

≥For other notes, see page 87.

1, 2

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

PHOTO

SHOT

PUSH

MULTI P-IN-P

ª Picture-in-Picture Mode

You can display a sub-screen (still picture) inside the screen.

After setting [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >>

[EFFECT1] >> [P-IN-P]......

1 Select [P-IN-P] on the [MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu

and set the position (1234) where you want to insert a small still picture.

2 Exit the menu by pressing the [MENU] Button. 3 Aim the Palmcorder at the scene you want to capture

and press the [P-IN-P] Button to insert a small still picture.

≥A small still picture is displayed in a Normal picture. ≥If the [P-IN-P] Button is pressed again, the small still picture is

cleared.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button or the

[PHOTO SHOT] Button to record on the Cassette.

≥For other notes, see page 87.

1, 2

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

PUSH

MULTI P-IN-P

PHOTO SHOT

CAMERA

ª Multi-Picture Mode

Strobe Multi-Picture Mode 1:

You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures.

Manual Multi-Picture Mode

You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures.

After setting [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >>

[EFFECT1] >> [MULTI].....

1 Set [MULTI-PICTURES] >> [SCAN MODE] >>

[STROBE] or [MANUAL].

When [STROBE] is selected:

≥Set the [SPEED] to a desired strobe speed.

[FAST]: You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures

[NORMAL]: You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures

[SLOW]: You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures

≥If you set [SWING] on the [MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu to

[ON], the intervals at which the 9 still pictures are taken are longer at the beginning and end than in the middle of the swing strobe period, and it is useful for analyzing swing motion, etc., in sports.

When [MANUAL] is selected:

≥You can select a desired scene one at a time up to 9 small

pictures.

within approximately 1 second

within approximately 1.5 seconds

within approximately 2 seconds

2 Exit the menu by pressing the [MENU] Button. 3 Press the [MULTI] Button.

≥If [MANUAL] is selected, press the [MULTI] Button at each

scene you want to capture.

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button or the

[PHOTO SHOT] Button to record on the Cassette.

Deleting all the captured Multi-Pictures

While 9 multi-pictures are displayed, press the [MULTI] Button. ≥If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the [MULTI] Button after

9 pictures are displayed.

To Display the Multi-Pictures again

Press the [MULTI] Button for 1 second or longer.

To Delete Multi-Pictures one by one (When pictures were captured in [MANUAL])

When the [MULTI] Button is pressed for 1 second or longer while the still pictures are displayed, the picture captured last is deleted. If you keep pressing the [MULTI] Button, the pictures are deleted continuously.

≥After still pictures are deleted, they cannot be displayed again.

≥For other notes, see page 87.

VCR Mode

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

CAMERA VCR

CARD P.B

MAGIC

MF / VOL / JOG

PIX

PUSH

BACK LIGHT

FADE

Playing Back

The recorded scene can be played back immediately after recording.

1 Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the

Palmcorder in the VCR Mode.

≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up. 1

Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape.

≥Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback. ≥When the tape reaches the beginning, rewinding stops

automatically.

3 Press the [1] Button to start playback.

To Stop Playback

Press the [∫] Button 2. ≥If a cassette recorded with copyright protection signals is played

back, the screen becomes blue or mosaic-like noise patterns appear.

ª Adjusting the Sound Volume

Until the [VOLUME] Indication 3 appears, keep pressing the [PUSH] Dial After the adjustment, press the [PUSH] Dial to make the [VOLUME] Indication disappear. To adjust the volume with the Remote Controller, press the [T] or [W] Button to display the [VOLUME] Indication. Press the [T] Button to increase the volume or press the [W] Button to decrease the volume. The [VOLUME] Indication goes off 2 or 3 seconds after the adjustment is finished. ≥When the Playback Zoom Function is in use, the sound volume

cannot be adjusted.

4. Then, rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the volume.

≥For other notes, see page 88.

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

SEARCH SEARCH

BACK LIGHT

VCR

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back

PUSH

ª Cue/Review Playback

Cue Playback A

Press the [5] Button 1 during playback.

Review Playback B

Press the [6] Button 2 during playback. ≥If the Button is held continuously, it remains as Cue Playback or

Review Playback until you release it.

ª Hyper Check Function

If you press the [5] Button during fast-forwarding of the tape or the [6] Button during rewinding of the tape, Cue Playback or Review Playback continues for as long as the Button is held down.

ª Variable Speed Search Function

The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can be varied.

1 During playback, press the [1] Button.

≥[1k!] Indication appears. C

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial and select a desired search speed.

The following 6 playback speeds are available for the Variable Speed Search Function in both the fast-forwarding and rewinding directions. 1/5k (slow playback, SP mode only), 1/3k (slow playback, LP mode only),1k, 2k, 5k, 10k, and 20k. ≥The same setting can be performed using the Remote Controller’s

[VAR.SEARCH] Button, the [π] Button and the [∫] Button.

Resuming Normal Playback

Press the [1] Button. ≥During Cue or Review Playback, fast-moving images may show

mosaic-like noise patterns. This is not a malfunction.

≥The sound is muted during search. ≥The Variable Speed Search feature is not available when the

Repeat playback is active.

ª Repeat Playback

If you hold down the [1] Button for 5 seconds or longer, the Palmcorder switches to Repeat Playback Mode, and the [R !] Indication appears [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF].)

D. (To cancel Repeat Playback Mode, set the

Slow Motion Playback

This Palmcorder can play back at a slow speed.

1 Press the [1] Button.

DATE/

OSD

TIME

RESET

COUNTER

MULTI/

¥REC

P-IN-P

/REW

PLAY

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

INDEX INDEX

STOP

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

STOP

SHOT

TITLE

ZOOM

A.DUB

sVOLr

FF/

STILL ADV

;

∫

VAR.

ITEM

P.B.

ZOOM

SET

START/

PHOTO

2 Press the [E] Button or the [D] Button on the Remote

Controller.

≥When the [E] Button is pressed, Slow Motion Playback

proceeds in the reverse direction, while pressing the [

Button starts Slow Motion Playback in the forward direction. Scenes recorded in the SP mode are played back at approximately 1/5th of the normal speed. Scenes recorded in the LP mode are played back at approximately 1/3rd of the normal speed.

Resuming Normal Playback

Press the [1] Button.

1 2

BACK

LIGHT

FADE STILL

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

SHOT

TIME

COUNTER

TITLE

RESET

MULTI/

¥REC

A.DUB

P-IN-P

/REW

FF/

PLAY

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

STILL ADV

;

INDEX INDEX

STOP

∫

SELECT

VAR.

STORE

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

P.B.

ZOOM

PUSH

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback

This Palmcorder is capable of still picture playback and frame-advance playback.

1 Press the [1] Button. 2 Press the [;] Button.

≥The playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode.

3 Press the [E] Button or the [D] Button on the Remote

Controller.

≥With each press of the [E] Button, still pictures advance in the

reverse direction. With each pressing of the [

pictures advance in the forward direction. If either one of the

buttons is pressed continuously, still pictures advance

continuously one frame at a time until the button is released.

Resuming Normal Playback

Press the [1] Button or [;] Button.

ª Jog Playback

By rotating the Jog Dial ([PUSH] Dial) 1 of the Palmcorder in the Still Playback Mode, still pictures can be advanced one frame at a

time in the forward or reverse direction. ≥If the Palmcorder is left in the Still Playback Mode for more than

5 minutes, the Palmcorder switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear.

D] Button, still

VCR

Finding the End of a Recording

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

BLANK

(Blank Search Function)

The Blank Search Function helps you to locate the end of a recording on the Cassette quickly.

1 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS]

>> [BLANK SEARCH] >> [YES].

≥The [BLANK] Indication 1 appears. ≥Approximately 1 second before the last recorded scene, the

Palmcorder switches to the Still Playback Mode.

≥If there is no blank portion left on the cassette, the Palmcorder

stops at the end of the tape.

Canceling Blank Search prior to completion

Press the [∫] Button.

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

SHOT

TIME

RESET

COUNTER

MULTI/ P-IN-P

STILL ADV

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

TITLE

A.DUB

¥REC

PLAY

/REW

FF/

615

PAUSE

STILL ADV

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

ITEM

ZOOM 2t

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

ZOOM

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Playback Zoom Function

A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback.

1 During playback, press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button on

P.B.

SET

the Remote Controller.

≥The center of the image is enlarged to approximately double

the size.

Changing the Zoom Magnification

2 Change the magnification by pressing the [W] or [T]

Button on the Remote Controller.

≥You can increase the magnification up to 10k.

Changing the enlarged area of an image

3 Press the Arrow Button (π, ∑, ∏, ∫) on the Remote

controller that points to the area you want to enlarge.

Canceling the Playback Zoom Function

Press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button on the Remote Controller.

≥For other notes, see page 88.

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

SHOT

TIME

RESET

COUNTER

TITLE

MULTI/

A.DUB

¥REC

P-IN-P

/REW

615

STILL ADV

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

PLAY

FF/

PAUSE

STILL ADV

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

INDEX

S 1

ITEM

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

ZOOM

Index Search Functions

To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Palmcorder automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following.

PhotoShot Index Signal

These signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in PhotoShot Mode (l 30). When recording still pictures using the Continuous PhotoShot Mode

(l 30), the index signal is not recorded. Scene Index Signal

Scene Index Signals are automatically recorded when you start recording after inserting a Cassette. However, if the Palmcorder is switched from the VCR Mode to Camera Mode, or if the date and time is set before the start of recording, the index signal is not recorded. ≥If [SCENE INDEX] of [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu on the

[CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [2HOUR], an index

P.B.

SET

signal is recorded when Recording is restarted after a lapse of 2 hours or longer. If it is set to [DAY], an index signal is recorded when recording is restarted after the date has changed since the last recording. (While the index signal is recorded, the [INDEX] indication

A flashes for a few seconds.)

ª PhotoShot Index Search

Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] >> [SEARCH] >> [PHOTO].

2 Press the [9] Button or the [:] Button on the

Remote Controller.

≥With each press of the corresponding button, still pictures recorded

in PhotoShot Mode are searched.

≥After pictures with sounds are played back for 4 seconds, the

Palmcorder switches to the Still Playback Mode.

ª Scene Index Search 1

Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] >> [SEARCH] >> [SCENE].

2 Press the [9] Button or the [:] Button on the

Remote Controller.

≥When the corresponding button is pressed once, the [S 1]

Indication marked with an index signal starts. Each time the button is pressed after the start of Scene Index Search, the indication changes from [S 2] to [S 9], and the beginning of the scene corresponding to the selected number will be searched. After reaching the desired scene, playback starts automatically.

≥Up to 9 scene numbers can be selected.

Top Scan

If the [9] Button or the [:] Button is pressed for more than 2 seconds, the Palmcorder will scan for scenes (or PhotoShots) and play back the first few seconds of each. (To cancel, press the [ Button

B appears, and searching of the subsequent scene

1 or the [∫] Button 2.)

≥For other notes, see page 88.

START/

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

SHOT

TIME

RESET

COUNTER

MULTI/

P-IN-P

STILL ADV

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

TITLE

A.DUB

¥REC

PLAY

/REW

615

PAUS E

STOP

;

∫

VAR.

FF/

STILL ADV

sVOLr

ITEM

STOP

ZOOM

VCR

Playback Digital Effect Functions

During playback, special Digital Effects can be added to the Recording. The digital effects that may be applied in the process of recording (except Picture in Picture Mode) will be the same as these added effects.

1 Press the [1] Button.

P.B.

SET

2 Press the [SELECT] Button on the Remote Controller

and select desired Digital Effect.

≥When the [SELECT] Button is pressed repeatedly, the Digital

Effect selection changes.

MULTI )WIPE )MIX )STROBE )NEGA )SEPIA )B/W

)TRAIL ) SOLARI )MOSAIC ) MIRROR

≥The same setting can also be set using the [DIGITAL EFFECT]

on the [VCR FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.

Suspending Playback Digital Effect Temporarily

Press the [OFF/ON] Button 1 to suspend or restart the digital effect. When the digital effect is paused temporarily, the selected effect’s indication flashes.

Canceling the Digital Effect

Press the [SELECT] Button on the Remote Controller repeatedly until the Digital Effect Indication is cleared.

≥For other notes, see page 88.

2 3

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

SHOT

TIME

RESET

COUNTER

TITLE

MULTI/

¥REC

A.DUB

P-IN-P

STILL ADV

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

/REW

FF/

PLAY

615

PAUSE

STILL ADV

;

INDEX INDEX

STOP

∫

SELECT

VAR.

ITEM

WIPE

MIX

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

ZOOM

ª Playback with Wipe Mode and Mix Mode 1

Press the [1] Button to start playback.

2 Press the [SELECT] Button on the Remote Controller

P.B .

SET

and select [WIPE] or [MIX].

3 Press the [STORE] Button for the moment you want

to save as a still picture.

≥The [WIPE] or [MIX] Indication changes to [B] or [C]

and the image is saved.

4 Press the [OFF/ON] Button in the scene in which you

want to use the Wipe or Mix effect.

≥The scene changes as a result of the Wipe or Mix effect.

≥The Wipe Function and Mix Function can be used only from the

Remote Controller during playback.

≥If the [OFF/ON] Button is pressed while Wipe Function or Mix

Function is used, the effect will stop temporarily at that point. Pressing the [OFF/ON] Button again will bring back the effect.

ª Playing Back with Multi-Picture Mode

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

1, 2

MF / VOL / JOG

MULTI P-IN-P

BACK

LIGHT

FADE

Strobe Multi-Picture Mode [STROBE] 1:

PUSH

You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures from playback images.

Manual Multi-Picture Mode [MANUAL]

Selecting a desired still picture one at a time, you can capture 9 still pictures.

Index Multi-Picture Mode ([PHOTO], [SCENE])

You can capture 9 screens of pictures to which index signals are attached.

After setting [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT SELECT] >> [MULTI]...

1 Set [MULTI-PICTURES] >> [SCAN MODE] >>

[STROBE] or [MANUAL] or [PHOTO] or [SCENE], whichever mode you prefer.

When [STROBE] is selected:

≥Set the [SPEED] to a desired strobe speed.

[FAST]: You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures

within approximately 1 second

[NORMAL]: You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures

within approximately 1.5 seconds

[SLOW]: You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures

within approximately 2 seconds

≥If you set [SWING] on the [MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu to

[ON], the intervals at which the 9 still pictures are taken are

longer at the beginning and end than in the middle of the swing

strobe period, and it is useful for analyzing swing motion, etc.,

in sports.

2 Exit the Menu by pressing the [MENU] Button. 3 Play back the tape.

≥If you select Index mode, it is not necessary to play back the

tape.

4 Press the [MULTI] Button.

≥If [STROBE] is selected: 9 screens are automatically

captured from the point at which the Button is pressed.

≥If [MANUAL] is selected: press the [MULTI] Button at each

scene you want to capture. When 9 screens are captured, the

tape will stop.

≥If [PHOTO] or [SCENE] is selected: From the point at which

the Button is pressed, 9 screens of pictures to which index

signals are attached are captured in the playback direction.

After 9 screens are captured, the tape will stop, but, if there are

8 or less pictures to be captured, the tape will stop at its end.

Deleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures

While displaying the multi-pictures that have been captured, press the [MULTI] Button. ≥If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the [MULTI] Button after

9 screens are displayed.

To Display the Multi-Pictures again

Press the [MULTI] Button for 1 second or longer.

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

SHOT

TIME

COUNTER

RESET TITLE

MULTI/

¥REC

A.DUB

P-IN-P

/REW

615

STILL ADV

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

STORE

PLAY

PAUSE

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

FF/

STILL ADV

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

ZOOM

VCR

To Delete Multi-Pictures one by one (When Pictures have been captured in Manual Mode)

When the [MULTI] Button is pressed for 1 second or longer while the still pictures are displayed, the picture that was captured last is deleted. If you continue to press the Button, the pictures are deleted consecutively. ≥After still pictures are deleted one at a time, they cannot be

displayed again.

To Stop Capturing Pictures midway (When Pictures have been captured in Index Mode)

Press the [∫] Button.

To Search the tape position of a desired picture among the playback pictures displayed on 9 screens

1 After displaying pictures in Multi-Picture Mode,

rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select the image whose tape position you want to search.

≥The selected picture is marked with a red frame.

2 Press the Index Button [:] or [9] 1 on the

Remote controller.

≥Still picture playback takes place at the selected picture.

P.B.

≥For other notes, see page 88.

[S-VIDEO IN]

COUNTER

MULTI/

STILL ADV

[VIDEO IN]

[AUDIO IN]

S-VIDEO IN / OUT

AV IN / OUT

PHONES

START/

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

TIME

RESET

REC

P-IN-P

/REW

PLAY

615

PAUSE

STOP

SHOT

TITLE

ZOOM

A.DUB

sVOLr

FF/

STILL ADV

;

REMOTE / MIC

(PLUG IN POWER)

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Playing Back on Your TV

By connecting your Palmcorder to your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. ≥Before connecting them, turn off the power of both the Palmcorder

and TV.

1 Connect the [AV IN/OUT] Jack of the Palmcorder to

the Video and Audio Input Jacks of the TV.

≥Using the A/V Cable 1 (supplied), make a connection with the

TV. If the TV has an S-Video Jack, connect an S-Video Cable

(supplied)

≥When plugging the pin plug of the A/V cable into the [AV IN/

OUT] Jack, plug it in as far as it goes.

Making the Indications Appear on the TV screen

Press the [OSD] Button 3 on the Remote Controller. ≥Be sure to select the proper input on your TV. (If necessary,

consult your TV’s operating instructions.)

≥If you play back a Cassette recorded with copyright protection

signals, the screen becomes blue or mosaic-like noise patterns appear.

≥If you set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [IN/

OUT], nothing will be shown on the TV screen except during playback.

≥Picture size may be displayed differently when playing back a

Cinema picture on a wide-screen TV with [B/W] or [SEPIA] of Playback Digital Effect.

2, too.

1, 2

, 5

OSD

COUNTER

MULTI/

P-IN-P

/REW

615

STILL ADV

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

DATE/ TIME

RESET

¥REC

PLAY

PAUS E

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

MF / VOL / JOG

PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

A.DUB;

A.DUB!

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

ZOOM

Audio Dubbing

PUSH

P.B .

You can add music or narration to the recorded Cassette. ≥If you perform audio dubbing onto a tape that was recorded with

[AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu set to [16bit], the original sound is erased.

(If you want to preserve the original sound, use

the [12bit] Mode when recording.)

≥Audio Dubbing cannot be performed onto recordings made in LP

Mode. (l 27)

1 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [AV IN/OUT SETUP] >>

[AV JACK] >> [IN/OUT].

2 Continuing the aforesaid setup, select

[A.DUB INPUT] >> [MIC] or [AV IN].

≥Set to [AV IN] when external device is used, and to [MIC] when

an external or built-in microphone is used.

3 Switch the Palmcorder over to the Still Playback

Mode where you want to add new sound track.

4 Press the [A.DUB] Button on the Remote Controller.

≥[A.DUB;] Indication appears. 1

To start Audio Dubbing, press the [;] Button on the

Remote Controller.

≥[A.DUB!] Indication appears. 2

To Stop Audio Dubbing

Press the [;] Button on the Remote Controller. The Palmcorder is in the Still Playback Mode again.

To dub audio while listening to a pre-recorded sound

When pausing the audio dubbing, set the [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [ST2] and you can check the pre-recorded sound. When a microphone is used for audio dubbing, use headphones to listen to the pre-recorded sound while dubbing the audio. (When using headphones, set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OUT/PHONES].) When the line input is used, you can dub audio while listening to a pre-recorded sound from the speaker.

Playing Back the Sound Recorded with Audio Dubbing (For 12 bit Audio Recording)

Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2] or [MIX]. ST1: Play back only the original sound. ST2: Play back only the sound added by Audio Dubbing. MIX: Play back both the original sound and the sound added by

Audio Dubbing simultaneously.

≥For other notes, see page 88.

OPEN

ACCESS

Special Features

Using a Memory Card

An SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard can be used to record files or play back files. ≥Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured

by Panasonic only.

ª Inserting a Memory Card

Before inserting a Memory Card, be sure to turn off the Palmcorder.

1 Open the Card Slot Cover. 2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner 1

facing right, insert it into the Card Slot.

3 Close the Card Slot Cover securely. ª Removing the Memory Card

Open the Card Slot Cover, press the center of the Card and then pull

it straight out.

≥After removing the Card, close the Card Slot Cover. ≥The Palmcorder or the Card may be damaged if the Card is forced

out when the Card is fully inserted.

ª [ACCESS] Lamp

While the Palmcorder is accessing the Card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, moving of images), the [ACCESS] Lamp up.

≥While the [ACCESS] Lamp is on, never attempt to: pull out the

Card, to turn off the Palmcorder power, or switch the [TAPE/CARD/ CARD MODE] Selector. Such actions will damage the Card and cause the Palmcorder to malfunction.

2 lights

3, 4

PHOTO SHOT

1, 2

CARD

TAPE

Recording on the Memory Card

3 kinds of data can be recorded by selecting with the [TAPE/CARD/ CARD MODE] Selector. When recording a still picture, slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector until the [PICTURE] Indication

1 appears (Card PhotoShot), when recording a moving picture,

slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector until the [MPEG4]

CARD MODE

Indication slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector until the [VOICE] Indication

2 appears (MPEG4 Recording), when recording voice,

3 appears (Voice Recording).

ª Card PhotoShot

Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

PUSH

Palmcorder lens as well as from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette.

Recording from the Palmcorder Lens (CAMERA Mode)

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD].

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears.

≥Remaining Number of Card PhotoShot pictures 4.

PICTURE

640

F 7

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

MPEG4

VOICE

≥The [ ] Indication will light in red.

PICTURE

Recording from a Cassette (VCR Mode)

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD].

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears.

3 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD SETUP] >>

[PICTURE QUALITY] >> a desired picture quality.

4 Start playback and press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button

at the scene you want to record.

≥While the image is being recorded, it stays still for a few

seconds.

1, 1

PHOTO SHOT

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

Special Features

Recording from other equipment (CAMERA Mode)

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] or [VCR FUNCTIONS] >>

2, 3

TAPE

CARD

CARD MODE

[CARD SETUP] >> [PICTURE QUALITY] >> a desired picture quality.

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD].

3 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears.

4 Input the picture from the other equipment then

PUSH

press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button at the desired scene.

Selecting the quality of Card PhotoShot images

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] or [VCR FUNCTIONS] >>

[CARD SETUP] >> [PICTURE QUALITY] >> a desired picture quality.

Maximum number of images recordable on the supplied Card (8 MB)

[FINE] (high image quality): approximately 45 pictures [NORMAL] (Normal): approximately 95 pictures [ECONOMY] (low image quality): approximately 190 pictures

≥The figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.

≥For other notes, see page 89.

ª RapidFireTM Consecutive Still Shots

PHOTO SHOT

CARD

TAPE

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

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

CARD MODE

[CARD].

2 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD SETUP] >>

[BURST MODE] >> [ H] or [ L].

≥The [ H] or [ L] Indication 1 is displayed.

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥When [ H] is selected, the still pictures can be recorded in

approximately 0.07 seconds intervals until the [PHOTO SHOT]

Button is released or 16 pictures are recorded.

≥When [ L] is selected, the still pictures can be recorded in

approximately 0.7 seconds intervals until the [PHOTO SHOT]

Button is released or 8 pictures are recorded.

≥For other notes, see page 89.

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

PUSH

ª Automatically copying still pictures recorded on

a cassette

The Palmcorder copies images automatically, referring to Photo

PUSH

Index signals.

After setting the Palmcorder to the VCR Mode (l 42).....

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

1 Set the Palmcorder to Still Playback Mode just before

the point where picture transfer is to commence.

2 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS]

>> [RECORD TO CARD] >> [YES].

≥Search starts from the current Cassette position, and images

STILL

with Photo Index signals are recorded onto the Card

sequentially.

≥While copying, the Indication

1 appears.

TAPE

CARD

NOW WRITING

;

To Stop the Transfer of Images

Press the [∫] Button.

≥For other notes, see page 90.

ª Recording Voice (Voice Recording Function)

You can record voice data on a memory card.

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD].

1, 2

TAPE

CARD

CARD MODE

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD MODE] until the [VOICE] Indication appears.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

≥Voice from built-in microphone is recorded. ≥It takes 2 to 3 seconds to start recording. ≥The recorded file is automatically locked (to prevent accidental

erasure).

≥Voice from external microphone connected to the microphone

jack can also be recorded.

≥During recording, the [ ] Indication is lit in red.

VOICE

≥When Remaining Time Indication becomes [R:0h00m],

[NO SPACE LEFT] Indication appears. Recording may not be

started.

R:0h20m

Maximum recording time on the supplied Card (8 MB)

Approximately 25 minutes

VOICE

≥For other notes, see page 89.

Special Features

ª Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4)

1, 2

CARD

TAPE

MODE

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

You can record moving pictures on a Memory Card for e-mailing. The recorded data can be also played back on a computer with Windows Media Player.

Recording from the Palmcorder Lens (Camera Mode)

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD].

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD MODE] until the [MPEG4] Indication appears.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

≥It takes 2 to 3 seconds to start recording. ≥During recording, the [ ] Indication is lit in red.

MPEG

≥The maximum continuous recording times are:

[SUPERFINE] (super high image quality): 2 minutes

[FINE] (high image quality): 2 minutes

[NORMAL] (normal image quality): 120 minutes

The Palmcorder will automatically stop recording when the

approximate time listed above has elapsed (the card capacity

has been fully utilized).

Recording from a Cassette (VCR Mode)

R:0h20m

MPEG4

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD].

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD MODE] until the [MPEG4] Indication appears.

3 Start playback and press the Recording Start/Stop

Button at the desired scene.

Selecting the quality of MPEG4 Recording images

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] or [VCR FUNCTIONS] >>

[CARD SETUP] >> [MPEG4 MODE] >> a desired image quality.

Maximum recording time on the supplied Card (8 MB)

[SUPERFINE]: approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds [FINE]: approximately 2 minutes [NORMAL]: approximately 6 minutes ≥The video resolution of the camera is reduced when making an

MPEG4 recording. This is done in order to optimize the image quality in MPEG4 recordings, and does not reflect that there is a problem with the software or hardware.

≥For other notes, see page 89.

CAMERA VCR

CARD PB

SEARCH SEARCH

MAGIC

PIX

CARD CONTENTS

TAPE

BACK LIGHT

FADE

PICTURE

MPEG4

VOICE

CARD

CARD MODE

STILL

Playing Back Files from the Memory Card

You can play back files recorded on a Card. ≥When you set the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode, the card

contents picture, moving picture and/or voice data) recorded on the Card.

1 Set the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode.

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

3 Start Playback.

ª Playing back Still Pictures

1: Starts Slide Show (The [SLIDE!] Indication is displayed) 5: Playing back the next picture 6: Playing back the previous picture ∫: Stop the slide playback ;: Pause slide playback

ª Playing back Moving Pictures (MPEG4)

1: Playing back 5: (Stop Mode) To the beginning of the next file.

6: (Stop Mode) To the beginning of the previous playback file.

∫: Stop playback ;: This button does not pause playback within 1 second of

≥File is numbered in hexadecimal form. ≥When the object is moving fast or zoom operation is performed,

picture may appear to be still or a mosaic noise pattern appears, but this is not a malfunction.

1 are displayed to inform you of the type of data (still

≥The [CARD PB] Lamp lights up. ≥The file that was recorded last on the Card is displayed.

[CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE], [MPEG4] or [VOICE] Indication appears.

(Playback Mode) To the beginning of the next file picture and

start playback.

(Pause Mode) To the beginning of the next file and turns to

Stop Mode.

(Playback Mode) To the beginning of the playback file and

start playback.

(Pause Mode) To the beginning of the file under playback and

turns to Stop Mode.

finishing playback.

SEARCH SEARCH

MAGIC

PIX

100-0012

MOL001.ASF

BACK LIGHT

FADE

MPEG4

VOICE

STILL

0h00m00s

No.1

Special Features

ª Playing back Voice recordings

1: Playing back 5: (Stop Mode) To the beginning of the next file.

(Playback Mode) To the beginning of the next file and start

playback.

(Pause Mode) To the beginning of the next file and turns to

Stop Mode. 6: (Stop Mode) To the beginning of the previous playback file.

(Playback Mode) To the beginning of the playback file and

start playback.

(Pause Mode) To the beginning of playback file and turns to

Stop Mode.

∫: Stop playback ;: This button does not pause playback within 1 second of

finishing playback. ≥If the [6] Button or [5] Button is pressed for 1 or more

seconds during playback, it becomes 10k playback speed and if pushed for 7 or more seconds, it becomes 60k playback speed. Releasing the button brings it back to normal playback.

1 Folder-File Number (When the picture is played back)

File Name (When the MPEG4 data is played back)

2 Picture Size (When the picture is played back) (l 82)

Playback time (When MPEG4 data or Voice data is played back)

3 File Number (When the picture or Voice data is played back)

File Number and MPEG4 Picture Quality (When the MPEG4 data is played back)

To adjust the volume (Only when playing back MPEG4

and Voice Recordings)

≥During playback, hold down the [PUSH] Dial until the volume

indication appears and rotate it to adjust the volume. (l 42)

4, 5, 1, 2

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

3, 5

640

PUSH

MULTI P-IN-P

PICTURE

640

No.25 100-0012

342

FILE SEARCH

ª To Select a Desired File and Play it Back

After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode

(l 56).....

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[CARD].

1, 2

TAPE

CARD

2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

CARD MODE

[CARD MODE] until the desired type of data indication appears.

3 Press the [MULTI] Button.

≥The files recorded on the Memory Card are displayed in

Multi-Picture Mode.

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial and select a desired file.

≥The selected file is marked with a red frame. ≥When 7 or more files have been recorded, rotate the [PUSH]

Dial to display the next file. The [6] Button or [5] Button

can be used instead of the [PUSH] Dial.

5 Press either the [PUSH] Dial or the [MULTI] Button.

≥The selected file is shown on the entire screen.

2 Picture Size (When [PICTURE] is selected at Step 2)

MPEG4 Picture Quality (When [MPEG4] is selected at Step 2)

3 File Number 4 Folder-File Number (When [PICTURE] is selected at Step 2)

File Name (When [MPEG4] is selected at Step 2)

ª Using File Search Mode

Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [FILE SEARCH] >> [YES].

640

≥The file search screen 5 appears.

2 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select the desired number

of the file and then press it.

≥The selected number’s file appears.

≥The same process can be performed using the short-cut menu

(l 26).

≥For other notes, see page 90.

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

PHOTO SHOT

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

NOW RECORDING

Special Features

Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette

CARD

TAPE

PUSH

REC

After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode

(l 56).....

CARD MODE

To Copy One Picture

1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to

[TAPE].

2 Display a desired picture on a Memory Card.

≥Please refer to “To select a Desired File and Play it Back”.

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥It takes a few seconds to copy a still picture to the Cassette. ≥During the copying, the Indication

1 appears.

≥When recording to tape, select the tape position before recording.

The picture will be recorded to the selected tape location when the [PHOTO SHOT] button is pressed in step 3.

To Copy All the Pictures

1 Display the first picture.

≥If a picture other than the first one is displayed, only the

subsequent pictures will be copied.

2 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>

[RECORD TO TAPE] >> [YES].

≥During the copying, the Indication 1 appears. ≥It takes a few seconds for each picture to be copied to the

cassette. To stop the copying midway, press the [∫] Button.

≥For other notes, see page 91.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

1, 2, 3

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

BACK

LIGHT

EDIT

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

M.SLIDE

SLIDE

No.5

9SEC

Slide Show

The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show. You can set up a Slide Show or change the content.

To Select Pictures to Play Back in Slide Show

1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>

[SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES].

≥Slide Show editing screen appears.

2 Set [EDIT] >> [YES]. 3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select playback order and

then press the dial.

4 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the playback time

and then press the dial.

≥This step is skipped when there are no pictures set for the

Slide Show.

5 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select playback order and

then press the dial.

≥The Playback Order indication 1 and the Playback Time

(Second) indication

≥The [¥] indication

been selected for the Slide Show. (l 82)

≥To select the next picture, repeat Steps 3 to 5 above.

6 Press the [MENU] Button to end the setup. 7 After setting [SLIDE SHOW] >> [PRESET], press the

[MENU] Button.

8 Press the [1] Button.

≥The [M.SLIDE!] Indication is displayed. 4

To Play Back All the Pictures Continuously

After setting the [SLIDE SHOW] to [ALL], press the [1] Button.

≥The [SLIDE!] Indication is displayed. ≥All pictures are played back for approximately 5 seconds each,

from the first to the last recorded picture, and playback then stops.

To Pause the Slide Show

Press the [;] Button. ≥The [(M.) SLIDE;] Indication is displayed.

To Stop the Slide Show

Press the [∫] Button.

To Verify the Selected Pictures

Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [VERIFY] >> [YES]. ≥Only the selected pictures are displayed in Multi-Picture Mode in

the Playback order.

To Delete the Selected Pictures

1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>

[SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES].

2 Set [DELETE] >> [YES]. 3 Select the picture you want to delete and press the

[PUSH] Dial.

To Reset the Slide Show Setup

Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [RESET] >> [YES] >> [YES].

≥Slide Show settings are reset. ≥For other notes, see page 91.

2 appear.

3 is displayed below pictures that have

2, 4, 5, 6, 7

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

Special Features

Creating a Title

You can create a title and record on a Memory Card.

1 Camera Mode:

Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication

CARD

TAPE

MODE

PHOTO SHOT

appears. Set the Lens to the image you want to use for creating a title. VCR Mode: Search for the image you want to use for creating a title and set the Palmcorder to the Still Playback Mode.

2 Set [CARD SETUP] >> [CREATE TITLE] >> [YES]. 3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥The title is stored. ≥To perform PhotoShot again, select [RETURN].

4 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select [LUMINANCE] and

press it.

5 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the title contrast and

then press it.

≥The [COLOR] Indication appears.

6 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select desired color and

press it.

7 Select [RECORD] and then press the [PUSH] Dial.

Selecting Colors

If you make color selection by rotating the [PUSH] Dial when creating a title, you can change the color as follows.

1) Original Color (The color of the captured image)

≥Title in the original color in which the dark portion (blackish

portion) of the captured image is missing.

2) Preset colors (black, blue, green, cyan, red, magenta, yellow,

and white) ≥Title in a preset color in which the dark portion (blackish

portion) of the captured image is missing.

3) Original color (the color of the captured image)

≥Title in the original color in which the bright portion (whitish

portion) of the captured image is missing.

4) Preset colors (black, blue, green, cyan, red, magenta, yellow,

and white) ≥Title in a preset color in which the bright portion (whitish

portion) of the captured image is missing.

3, 4

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

2, 4

Inserting a Title

PUSH

CARD

TAPE

PHOTO SHOT

TITLE

MULTI P-IN-P

You can select one of your original titles and display it. (It can be displayed in Camera Mode, VCR Mode, and Card Playback Mode.)

1 Press the [TITLE] Button.

CARD MODE

≥The title that was created last is displayed.

2 Press [MULTI] Button.

≥A list of titles is displayed. 1

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select a desired title.

≥The selected title is marked with a red frame.

4 Press the [PUSH] Dial or press the [MULTI] Button.

≥The selected title is displayed.

5 Using the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector,

select the recording target.

Camera Mode: TAPE or CARD VCR Mode: CARD Card Playback Mode: TAPE

6 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥A still picture is recorded under the inserted title. ≥If you record on a Cassette in Normal Recording Mode, set the

[TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [TAPE] and press the

Recording Start/Stop Button.

2 File Name

Clearing a Title Display

Press the [TITLE] Button.

≥For other notes, see page 91.

TITLE

USR00002.TTL

1, 2, 3

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

FILE LOCK

640 640

640

640 640

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

Special Features

Protecting the Files on a Memory Card from Accidental Erasure

PUSH

640

Precious files recorded on a Memory Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure. (Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted when the Memory Card is formatted.)

After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode

(l 56).....

1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>

[FILE LOCK] >> [YES].

≥The [FILE LOCK] 1 Menu is displayed.

2 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select [PICTURE] or

[TITLE], and then press it.

3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select the file to be locked,

and then press it.

≥The [ ] Indication 2 is attached to the selected file. ≥Files recorded by Voice Recording Function are automatically

locked (to prevent accidental erasure).

≥Press the [PUSH] Dial again to cancel.

≥The Lock Setting carried out by this Palmcorder is only effective for

this Palmcorder.

≥The same setting can be performed using the short-cut menu

(l 26).

About the write protection switch of the SD Memory Card

≥The Lock Setting carried out by this Palmcorder is only effective for

this Palmcorder.

≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the

switch is set to the [LOCK] side, you cannot write to the Card, delete the data, or format the Card. If it is moved back, you can.

≥If the MPEG4 data is recorded by another Palmcorder you may not

be able to cancel the lock setting.

(File Lock)

1, 2, 4

1, 2

PHOTO

SHOT

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card

Using the Palmcorder, you can delete the still picture files and titles recorded on a Memory Card. After the file is deleted, it cannot be

restored.

At first, slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD] to select the type of data to be erased.

After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode

(l 56).....

To Select and Delete File(s) by selection

PUSH

1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [DELETE CARD FILE] >>

[DELETE FILE BY SELECTION] or [DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION].

2 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select the file that you want

to delete, and then press it.

≥The selected file flashes. ≥To delete more than 1 file, repeat this step.

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥A verification message appears.

4 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select [YES] and then press

it.

≥The selected file is deleted from the Memory Card.

To Delete all Files

1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [DELETE CARD FILE] >>

[DELETE ALL FILES].

≥A verification message appears.

2 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select [YES] and then press

it.

≥All the files of the selected Card Mode ([PICTURE], [MPEG4]

or [VOICE]) are erased.

≥A locked file cannot be deleted.

≥The same setting can be performed using the short-cut menu

(l 26).

≥When you delete a Voice File, be sure to cancel the Lock setting

before deleting.

≥Do not delete a Voice File recorded with this Palmcorder using

other devices.

Special Features

1, 2

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

NOW FORMATTING

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

(PRINT QUANTITY)

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

PUSH

DPOF SETTING

Formatting a Memory Card

If a Memory Card becomes unreadable by the Palmcorder, formatting it may make it reusable. Formatting will delete all the data recorded on a Memory Card.

After setting the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode (l 56).....

1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>

[CARD FORMAT] >> [YES].

2 Select [YES] and press the [PUSH] Dial.

≥During formatting the [NOW FORMATTING] Indication 1

appears.

≥When the formatting is completed, the screen becomes white.

≥For other notes, see page 91.

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DPOF Setting

You can select the images to be printed, the number of prints, and other print-related information (DPOF setting) on a Memory Card. “DPOF” stands for Digital Print Order Format, and since printing data can be added to images on the Memory Card, the Memory Card can be used with any printers that support DPOF.

After setting the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode (l 56).....

1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>

[DPOF SETTING] >> [YES].

Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select press it.

≥When printing one each of all the pictures, select [ALL 1]; if not

all the pictures are to be printed, select [ALL 0].

3 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select the picture and then

press it.

4 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to set the number of prints 1

and then press it

≥The framed images will be set to DPOF and the [¥] mark 2

will be displayed. The [¥] mark indicates pictures for which

1 or more prints have been set. (l 82)

5 Repeat Step 3–4 to set other pictures, and press the

[MENU] Button when the setting is completed.

To Verify DPOF Setting

Select [VERIFY] in Step 2 above. The pictures for which 1 or more prints are set in DPOF are played back continuously.

≥ Print mark is based on DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). ≥The same setting can be performed using the short-cut menu

(l 26).

≥The number of prints can be set from 0 to 99. ≥Perform DPOF setting on the Palmcorder you are using. ≥It may take some time to verify the DPOF setting. Please wait until

the [ACCESS] Lamp goes off.

[VARIABLE] and then

2, 4, 5

3, 6

[S-VIDEO IN]

[S-VIDEO OUT]

1 2

1, 3, 6

1, 2, 4, 5

S-VIDEO

IN/OUT

DATE/

OSD

TIME

RESET

COUNTER

MULTI/

P-IN-P

PLAY

STILL ADV

PAUS E

STOP

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

VAR.

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

[VIDEO IN]

[VIDEO OUT]

[AUDIO IN]

[AUDIO OUT]

PHONES

START/

PHOTO

STOP

SHOT

TITLE

ZOOM

A.DUB

STILL ADV

P.B .

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

AV OUT

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

After connecting the Palmcorder and the S-Video, Video and Audio Input Jacks the following procedure.

≥Be sure to press the [OSD] Button on the Remote Controller before

copying so that no indications are left visible. Otherwise, the displayed tape counter and Function indications are also copied.

[Palmcorder]

1 Insert the recorded Cassette.

A B

[VCR]

2 Insert a blank Cassette with an erasure prevention

tab.

≥If various settings (such as external input, tape speed, etc.) are

required, please refer to the operating instructions of your

VCR.

[Palmcorder]

3 Press the [1] Button to start playback.

[VCR]

4 Start recording. 5 Press the Pause or Stop Button to stop recording.

[Palmcorder]

6 Press the [∫] Button to stop playback.

1 S-Video Cable (supplied) 2 A/V Cable (supplied)

(Dubbing)

A of the VCR as illustrated on the left, start

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

After connecting the Palmcorder and the S-Video, Video, Audio Output Jacks left, start the following procedures.

≥You need the Remote Controller.

[Palmcorder]

1 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [AV IN/OUT SETUP] >>

[AV JACK] >> [IN/OUT].

2 Insert a blank Cassette with an erasure prevention

tab.

[Other Equipment]

3 Insert a recorded Cassette and start playback.

[Palmcorder]

4 While pressing the [REC] Button, press the [PLAY]

Button. (Both buttons are located on the Remote Controller.)

5 Press the [;] Button or [∫] Button to stop recording.

[Other Equipment]

6 Press the Stop Button to stop playback.

1 S-Video Cable (supplied) 2 A/V Cable (supplied)

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

CAUTION:

Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement.

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

B of the other equipment as illustrated on the

OSD

RESET

COUNTER

MULTI/ P-IN-P

/REW

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

INDEX INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

DATE/

TIME

¥REC

PLAY

;

STOP

∫

VAR.

PHOTO

SHOT

TITLE

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

Special Features

Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video

1, 3

Equipment

By connecting this Palmcorder with other digital video equipment (such as another Palmcorder of the same format/model) that has a DV input/output terminal, and using a 4-pin to 4-pin DV Interface cable PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (optional) sounds can be dubbed in the digital mode.

[Playback Unit A]

1 Insert the recorded Cassette and set the Palmcorder

to the VCR Mode.

[Recording Unit

2 Insert a Cassette to be used for dubbing and set the

Palmcorder to the VCR mode.

[Playback Unit A]

3 Press the [1] Button to start playback.

[Recording Unit

4 While pressing the [REC] Button, press the [PLAY]

Button. (Both Buttons are located on the Remote Controller.)

≥Recording starts.

Stopping Dubbing

Press the [∫] Button on the recording unit first, and then press the [∫] Button on the playback unit to stop dubbing.

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

CAUTION:

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

P.B.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement.

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

≥For other notes, see page 91.

ª Analog-Digital Conversion

When the Palmcorder is connected with other digital video equipment through its DV Terminal, the analog format pictures which have been input from other external equipment can be output to the digital video equipment through the DV Terminal. ≥To DV-output analog video signals sent from other equipment, set

[DV OUT] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [ON]. (Normally, keep the [DV OUT] set to [OFF]. If it is set to [ON], the quality of the image may be deteriorated.)

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CAUTION:

Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement.

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

≥Please refer to “Recording to a Card from other equipment”

(l 90).

(Dubbing)

1, high quality images and

2 1

VFA0397

VFF0193

Using the Software with a Computer

An image stored on the DV Cassette can be transferred to your Personal Computer.

ª Software Installation (Windows) 1 Turn on Computer and start up Windows. 2 Insert supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

≥[Setup Menu] 1 appears.

3 Select the software to be installed from

[Setup Menu].

≥USB Driver (l 69):

Software for USB Driver allows you to transfer images directly

from the memory card into the computer. (Please refer to page

69 to install the driver of the USB Driver.)

≥DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (l 73):

Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE software allows you to capture

video recorded on a tape or still images viewed through the

lens of a camera.

≥G.726 Audio Decoder (l 74):

Software for G.726 Audio Decoder allows you to listen to

MPEG4 sound with Windows Media Player.

≥ArcSoft Software (l 75):

PhotoImpression 4.0, PhotoBase 4.0, Panorama Maker 3.0

and PhotoPrinter 4.0 are included.

4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen until

the installation is complete.

≥Setup window will disappear when the installation is complete.

Note:

If a window does not appear automatically, click the “Start” Button on your desktop and then click “Run”. When the “Run” Box is open, type in “D:\InstMenu.exe” and click “OK”. (“D” applies when the CD-ROM drive is drive D.)

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Using USB Driver

ª Operating environment

≥Despite having the operating environment indicated, it may not be

possible to use the program with some types of personal computers.

≥A CD-ROM drive is required to install this program.

OS:

IBM-PC/AT compatible personal computer with pre-installed; Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

CPU:

Intel Pentium II/ Celeron 300MHz or higher (including compatible CPU)

RAM:

32 MB or more (64 MB or more is recommended) (128 MB or more are required for Windows XP.)

Free hard disk space:

At least 1 MB

Ports:

USB Terminal

Special Features

Installing USB Driver

Please install USB Driver first before connecting the Palmcorder to your Personal Computer with the USB Connection Cable.

1 Turn on the Personal Computer and start up

Windows.

2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal

computer’s CD-ROM drive.

≥Quit all applications. ≥[Setup Menu] appears.

3 Finish installation by following the on-screen

instructions.

≥Click [Next] and proceed with installation. ≥Carefully read the license agreement on the window, and if you

agree click [Yes]. Software is not installed if [No] is clicked.

≥After completing the installation, Click [Finish]

For Windows XP Users

The message testing by the manufacturer has confirmed functionality of this Palmcorder with Windows XP. Click [Continue Anyway] and proceed.

For Windows 2000 Users

The message 2 is displayed during installation. However, testing by the manufacturer has confirmed functionality of this Palmcorder with Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.

1 is displayed during installation. However,

4 Click [OK] when the [Restarting Windows] Dialogue

appears.

≥Reboot the computer to finish installing USB driver. ≥Installation continues after the computer reboots if you

selected additional software. ≥If you use Windows XP/2000, you need to specify the folder in

which the driver is to be installed when the Palmcorder is connected for the first time. (l 70)

≥A message indicating a conflict between versions may be

displayed during the installation. This will not cause a problem. Simply click [Yes] to proceed with the installation. Depending on the OS version, illustrations and icon names may vary.

≥

ª For Windows 98SE/Me Users

The following messages may be displayed during the installation depending on the environment of the personal computer. Install the USB Driver as instructed below. Otherwise, it won’t be installed correctly.

1 The message, “The file ‘PMJ1519X.EXE’ on

[Unknown] cannot be found...” is displayed.

≥Enter “D:\USBDriver\Drivers\WebCam” (if the CD-ROM drive is

assigned to the D drive) and click [OK].

2 The message “The file ‘kstvtune.ax’ on [Unknown]

cannot be found...” is displayed.

≥Enter “C:\Windows\system” for Windows 98SE. ≥Enter “C:\Windows\options\CABS” for Windows Me.

If the “kstvtune.ax” file is missing in one of the two above-

≥

mentioned folders, insert the OS CD-ROM and assign the path.

3 The message “The file ‘kclockf.ax’ on [Unknown]

cannot be found...” is displayed.

≥Enter “C:\Windows\system”. ≥If the “kclockf.ax” file is missing in the above mentioned folder,

insert the OS CD-ROM and assign the path. ≥You may click [Browse] to look for and assign the path.

Connecting Computer and Palmcorder

1, 3

Install USB Driver before connecting.

Never connect the USB Connecting Cable until the USB Driver is installed.

Before making these connections, turn off all devices which are to be connected.

1 Install the supplied USB Driver. 2 Insert memory card into Palmcorder, then set card

playback mode.

3 Use auxiliary USB Connection Cable to connect.

≥PC connecting mode.

1) Palmcorder

2) USB Connection Cable

3) USB terminal

4) Personal computer (not supplied)

≥After making the connections, turn the connected equipment on. ≥Appropriate driver to recognize Palmcorder is automatically

installed by Windows Plug’n Play when connected for the first time.

≥When using the USB Connection Kit, it is recommended that you

use the AC Adaptor as the power supply of the Palmcorder.

≥After the USB Driver is installed and USB Connection Cable is

connected to the Palmcorder, open [My computer] or [Windows Explorer] to check that the drive is displayed as a removable disk drive (only when card is inserted into the Palmcorder). It enables you to operate in the same way as a floppy disk drive, and you can use the same drag and drop or copy methods.

ª For Windows XP/2000 Users

When the Palmcorder is connected for the first time in both the Card Playback Mode and the VCR/Camera Mode, the “Found New Hardware Wizard” is displayed. (If there are two or more USB

terminals and you pull out and reconnect the USB cable to another terminal, this display appears.)

1 Click [Next]. 2 Click [Continue Anyway].

≥Testing by the manufacturer has confirmed functionality of this

Palmcorder.

≥If the [Insert disc] screen is displayed, click [OK].

3 After the completion of setting, click on [Finish].

Special Features

Using as a Web Camera

If the Palmcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can

1, 3

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

MF / VOL / JOG

PUSH

send video from the Palmcorder to the other parties via the network. Audio may also be exchanged if the personal computer is configured accordingly.

ª Operating environment

To use the Palmcorder as a Web Camera, the additional minimum requirements must be met. Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800k600 dots or more.

Communication Speed:

56 kbps or faster is recommended.

Necessary software:

Microsoft NetMeeting 3.01 or later

Other requirements (to send/receive audio):

Sound card Microphone Speaker or headphones

To use the Palmcorder as a Web Camera, the following conditions must be met.

≥You have direct connection to the Internet. ≥Install Microsoft Windows NetMeeting 3.01 or later. ≥If the installed version is not the latest, update it by performing the

Windows update.

≥If you are connected to the Internet through a firewall or a router,

proper communication will not be possible.

≥Your Internet provider must provide a global IP. ≥The installer is available only in English but can be used on

operating systems using other languages.

ª Connecting the Palmcorder to Personal

Computer (For Using as a Web Camera)

Install the USB Driver. (l 69)

2 Set the Palmcorder to Camera Mode. 3 Connect the Palmcorder to Personal Computer with

auxiliary USB Connection Cable.

4 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >>

[WEB CAMERA] >> [ON].

≥It enters WEB CAMERA Mode.

5 Start the NetMeeting.

≥Click [Start] >> [ALL Programs (Programs)] >> [Accessories]

>> [Communications] >> [NetMeeting].

≥If you use Windows XP, you can start NetMeeting by selecting

[Start] >> [Run], entering “conf” and clicking [OK].

1) Palmcorder

2) USB Connection Cable

3) USB terminal

4) Personal computer (not supplied)

≥If the Palmcorder is used as a Web Camera, the quality of the

video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status.

≥If the USB Connection Cable is disconnected from the personal

computer, the WEB CAMERA mode is cancelled.

≥In the WEB CAMERA mode, video cannot be recorded onto a tape

or a card.

≥If the Palmcorder is used as a Web Camera while virus checking

software is running, the Palmcorder’s operation may stop midway through. In this case, exit the NetMeeting, reconnect the Palmcorder and restart the NetMeeting.

≥When the LCD Monitor is opened and rotated frontward in the

WEB CAMERA Mode, the Viewfinder becomes deactivated.

ª Setting up the NetMeeting

When starting the NetMeeting for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if the NetMeeting setup has already been done.)

1 Click [Next]. 2 Enter the User information, carefully read the

displayed contents, and then proceed.

≥Please refer to the instruction manual of your personal

computer for how to configure the audio and the microphone.

≥To communicate with persons using Windows in other

languages, setting up using alphabets or numbers is

recommended.

3 After these, without setting up anything else, please

click [Next] to continue further, and the setup is completed.

≥NetMeeting is activated. ≥Please refer to the HELP file of the Windows NetMeeting for

understanding its operation.

≥During set up, if [Primary video capture device] selection

screen is displayed, [Panasonic DVC Web Camera] is

selected.

≥Send the sound by using the microphone attached to the

Personal Computer.

≥If the Palmcorder is used as a Web Camera continuously for

two hours, the communication is automatically shut OFF. In

this case, restart NetMeeting and set up the communication

again.

Special Features

Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE

ª Operating environment

OS:

IBM-PC/AT compatible personal computer with pre-installed; Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

CPU:

Intel Pentium II/ Celeron 300MHz or higher (including compatible CPU)

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800k600 dots or more.

RAM:

32 MB or more (64 MB or more is recommended) (128 MB or more are required for Windows XP.)

Free hard disk space:

At least 20 MB

Ports:

USB Terminal

Other requirements:

Mouse

≥Operation is not guaranteed on Windows 2000. ≥When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a personal

computer, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed.

≥When connected to the keyboard USB terminal, normal function

may not be possible.

≥This instruction manual describes only the procedures for

installation, connection and start-up. Please read the PDF-based instructions for how to use the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE.

≥To view the installed operating instructions, Adobe Acrobat Reader

4.0 or later is required. Please install Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 from the supplied CD-ROM.

≥Before using for the first time, select [Readme] from [Start] >>

[All programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV STUDIO3], and read any supplementary details or updates.

ª Installation of DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE

Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal

computer’s CD-ROM drive.

2 Select the software to be installed from

[Setup Menu].

3 Click [Next].

≥After reading the displayed contents, please carry out the

installation according to instructions.

4 After the completion of setup, click on [Finish]

≥Installation will be completed. ≥Sample data is installed concurrently with the DV STUDIO

3.1E-SE software.

1 1

ª To start DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE

Set the Palmcorder to VCR Mode or Camera Mode.

≥If you wish to capture data from a tape, set the Palmcorder to

VCR Mode and insert the tape.

2 Connect the Palmcorder to the Personal Computer

with auxiliary USB Connection Cable.

3 Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >>

[Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3] >> [DV Studio3].

≥If a shortcut icon has been created on the desktop during

installation, it is also possible to start by double-clicking on the icon.

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Using the G.726 Audio Decoder

G.726 Audio Decoder is needed to hear audio recorded on MPEG4 video with Windows Media Player. Install it from enclosed CD-ROM. In order for the G.726 Audio Decoder to be installed, the hard disk must have at least 16 MB of free space. Before proceeding with installation, check out the amount of free space on the hard disk.

ª Operating environment

OS:

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Also, the following software must be correctly installed. DirectX 6 or later (Runtime) DirectX Media 6 Runtime Windows Media Player 6.1 or later

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800k600 dots or more.

RAM:

32 MB or more

Free hard disk space:

At least 16 MB

ª Installing the G.726 Audio Decoder

Insert supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

≥[Setup Menu] 1 appears.

2 Select the software to be installed from

[Setup Menu].

≥The set up program starts up. ≥Quit all Windows applications.

3 Install it by following the instructions on the screen.

≥Carefully read the license agreement on the [Software License

Agreement] window, and if you agree click [Yes]. Software is

not installed if [No] is clicked.

4 Click [Finish] when the [Setup Complete] Dialog

appears.

≥Finish installing the G.726 Audio Decoder by restarting the

computer.

Special Features

Using the ArcSoft Software

There are 4 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package.

1 Panorama Maker 3.0 (Windows, Mac)

≥Easy-to-use photo-stitching program seamlessly combines

multiple photos into a single panoramic picture.

2 PhotoBase 4.0 (Windows), PhotoBase 2.0 (Mac)

≥Create albums of image, video, audio, and other electronic

files for easy viewing, retrieval, and management.

3 PhotoImpression 4.0 (Windows, Mac)

≥Easy-to-use photo editing program to edit, enhance, retouch or

add special effects to any image. Also offers creative solutions

for making greeting cards and calendars.

4 PhotoPrinter 4.0 (Windows, Mac)

≥Program to layout images in multiple sizes quickly and

effortlessly to create a collage or photo album, all on one page.

ª Operating environment

≥For Windows

OS:

IBM-PC/AT compatible personal computer; Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

CPU:

Pentium-based PC or equivalent Pentium II-based PC or equivalent [2] (Pentium II 300MHz or higher recommended)

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800k600 dots or more. *Quick Time and/or VRML viewer needed.

RAM:

64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended)

Free hard disk space:

At least 420 MB

Other requirements:

Mouse

≥For Macintosh OS:

Mac OS 8.6 – X

CPU:

Powe r P C

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800k600 dots or more.

RAM: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended) Free hard disk space: At least 300 MB

≥This instruction manual describes only the procedures for

installation, connection and start-up. Please read the Help messages of your software for how to use the ArcSoft Software Suite.

[1, 3, 4]

[1]

Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.

2 Select the software to be installed from

ª Installation of ArcSoft Software Suite

[Setup Menu].

3 Select the desired language on the

[Choose Setup Language] dialogue, and click [OK].

≥Installation begins. ≥After reading the displayed contents, please carry out the

installation according to instructions.

≥If a language other than the OS language is selected, the

characters may not be presented correctly.

4 When the component selection screen is displayed,

check the software to be installed and click [Next].

5 After the completion of setup, click on [Finish]

≥Installation will be completed.

ª Software Installation (Macintosh)

1 Turn on Computer and start up Macintosh. 2 Insert supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Double click the icon of a CD-ROM that appears. 4 Double click the software to be installed from

[ArcSoft].

5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen until

the installation is complete.

ª To start software in the ArcSoft Software Suite:

Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [ArcSoft Software Suite] >> [ArcSoft Panorama Maker 3.0] (or [ArcSoft PhotoBase 4.0] or [ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0] or [ArcSoft PhotoPrinter 4.0]).

For Information on ArcSoft Software:

TEL: 1-510-440-9901 FAX: 1-510-440-1270 Web Site: www.arcsoft.com E-mail: support@arcsoft.com

Refer to Help information about application operations and other Error messages.

Special Features

To disconnect USB cable safely

If USB cable is disconnected while computer is on, error dialog box may appear. In such a case click [OK] and close the dialog box. By following the steps below you can disconnect the cable safely.

1 Double click the icon in task tray.

≥Hardware disconnect dialog box appears.

2 Select [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver] 1 and

click [Stop].

3 Verify [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver] is

selected and click [OK].

≥Click [OK], and you can safely disconnect the cable.

Note on the driver name 1 displayed

The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of the Palmcorder.

Windows XP/2000:

(When the Palmcorder is in VCR mode or Camera Mode:) [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver (COM 4)] (The numeral after “COM” will differ depending on the operating environment of your personal computer.)

(When the Palmcorder is in Card Playback Mode:) [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] or [Panasonic DV DISK Port Driver]

Windows Me:

[Panasonic DVC Port Driver Version 2.0] ≥Some OS, such as Windows 98SE, may not show the icon

indicating that you may safely disconnect in task tray. (OS may be set not to show) Make sure Palmcorder’s [ACCESS] lamp is off and disconnect the cable.

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

CAUTION:

If you disconnect the USB Cable while the [ACCESS] Lamp is on, it may damage the Card data.

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If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall)

The screens may vary with the type of the OS. (In this manual, explanation is offered with Windows Me screen.)

1 Select [Start] (>> [Settings]) >> [Control Panel], select

the software or the driver from [Add/Remove Programs] to uninstall.

≥Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the OS. Please refer to

the user manual of your OS.

Notes

≥Do not disconnect USB Connection Cable while

the operation light of Palmcorder is on. It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer. Please refer to the user manual of Palmcorder.

≥We recommend using the AC adaptor as the

power source for the Palmcorder when using USB Connection Kit. Data may be lost If the battery power is lost while transferring data.

≥G.726 may not recognize memory card files not

created by Palmcorder.

≥Do not delete the folders in memory card such as

picture folder, DPOF folder, title folder etc. Memory card may not be recognized if folders are deleted.

≥When the Palmcorder is switched to the Card

Playback Mode while it is connected to the personal computer, “PC ACCESSING” is displayed on the Palmcorder and the operation mode of the Palmcorder cannot be switched. In this case, disconnect the USB Connection Cable. Switch the operation mode of the Palmcorder and reconnect the Cable.

≥If the Palmcorder is connected in the Card

Playback Mode, the [Removable disc] icon representing the Memory Card drive is displayed in [My Computer].

≥When the VCR Mode of the Palmcorder is

switched to the Card Playback Mode, a warning message may be displayed. You may simply ignore it.

≥When you are using Windows XP or Windows

2000, you may install or uninstall this software after logging ON by setting the user name to Administrator or to a user name having equivalent authority.

≥If you use Windows 98SE/Me, the message, “File

is not found” may be displayed when the Palmcorder is connected for the first time. Enter the following paths to complete the connection: If the message “MTDV98M1.pdr is not found” is displayed, enter “C:/WINDOWS/system/ IOSUBSYS”. If the message “MTDV98M1.sys is not found” is displayed, enter “C:/WINDOWS/ system32/DRIVERS”.

≥When the Palmcorder is connected to the personal

computer on Windows 2000, these screens described above may not be displayed.

≥If you use Windows 2000 and the Palmcorder is

not recognized by the personal computer when the USB Driver is installed, update the USB Driver.

≥If you install the USB Driver while the USB

Connecting Cable is being connected, or if you don’t follow these Operating Instructions, the Palmcorder will not be recognized correctly. In this case, delete the USB Driver from [Device Manager] as described below, uninstall the USB Driver, and re-install it.

1 Set the Palmcorder to VCR Mode or Camera

Mode, connect it to the personal computer, and delete [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver (COM X)] (or [Panasonic Serial USB Driver]) from [Device Manager].

2 Set the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode and

delete [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] (or [Panasonic DVC USB Driver Version 2.0]) (If you use Windows Me/98SE, also delete [Panasonic DVC Port Driver Version 2.0]).

ª About the SD Memory Card and

MultiMediaCard

SD Memory Card

The SD Memory Card (supplied) is virtually the same size as a MultiMediaCard. It is an external memory card that is available in larger capacities. It has a write protect switch to prevent data writing and card formatting, as well as a copyright protection function. ≥SD Logo is a trademark.

MultiMediaCard

The MultiMediaCard is a compact, lightweight and removable external memory card.

≥All other company and product names in the

operating instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.

Files recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard

It may not be possible to play back the files on this Palmcorder recorded on and created by other equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check the compatibility of the equipment in advance.

(The paths will differ depending on the environment of your personal computer.)

ª About the compatibility of the card

files

Data files recorded on an “SD Memory Card” or a “MultiMediaCard” by this Palmcorder conform with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥If you attempt to play back files recorded with this

Palmcorder on other equipment or to play back files recorded with other equipment on this Palmcorder, you may not be able to play them back. Please check the compatibility with the other equipment in advance.

ª About the folder structure when

using the Memory Card in a personal computer

≥When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted

into a personal computer, folders will be displayed as in the figure.

[100CDPFP]: The images (Imga0001.jpg, etc.) in

this folder are recorded in the JPEG format.

[MISC]: Files in which DPOF Data has been

set to the image are in this folder.

[TITLE]: This contains the data of the original

titles (Usr00001.ttl, etc.).

Special Features

[PRL001]: MPEG4 moving picture is recorded

in ASF format (MOL001.ASF etc.). It can be played back with Windows Media Player (ver.6.4 and later). Because of their small size, these files are well suited for transmitting data through telephone lines etc. To play back a moving picture with Windows Media Player, select a file and double click. Necessary software is automatically downloaded and starts playing back. (Internet connection is required). To play back with Mac OS, Windows Media Player for Macintosh is required.

≥[DCIM], [IM01CDPF], [PRIVATE], [VTF],

[SD_VIDEO], [SD_VOICE] etc. are necessary items in the folder structure. They have nothing to do with actual operations.

≥In the Card Mode, the Palmcorder automatically

saves file numbers (Imga0001.jpg, etc.) along with the images. The file numbers are recorded with each image as consecutive numbers.

≥In the [SD_VC100] folder, the Voice data

(MOB001.vm1 etc.) is recorded. It, however, cannot be played back on a Personal Computer.

≥The [SD_VOICE] folder and the Voice files in the

folder are set as hidden. Depending on the settings of your personal computer, this hidden folder and these hidden files might not appear in Windows Explorer or the “My Computer” screen.

≥The memory capacity indicated on the SD Card

label corresponds to the total card capacity. Some of this capacity is used to protect and manage the copyright data, and not all capacity is available as a conventional memory for a Palmcorder, Personal Computer or others. Capacity that can be used as conventional memory: 8 MB Card: about 6,800,000 bytes

6) 8)

R0:45 INDEX

CINEMA

D.ZOOM P-IN-P

NEGA

0h00m00s00f

Others

Indications

Various functions and Palmcorder conditions are displayed on the screen.

1) Remaining Battery Power [r]

≥When the battery power becomes low, the

indication changes. When the battery is discharged completely, the Indication flashes.

≥When you are using the AC Adaptor, the

[s] Indication may appear, however, this has no meaning in this case.

2) Remaining Tape Time [R0:00]

≥Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes.

When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.

3) Cinema Function [CINEMA] (l 33)

4) Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] (l 31) Playback Zoom [ZOOM 5t] (l 45)

5) Digital Effects Function

≥MULTI: Multi-Picture Mode (l 41, 47) ≥P-IN-P: Picture-in-Picture Mode (l 40) ≥WIPE: Wipe Mode (l 40, 47) ≥MIX: Mix Mode (l 40, 47) ≥STROBE: Strobe Mode (l 39, 47) ≥GAIN UP: Gain up Mode (l 39) ≥TRAIL: Trailing Effect Mode (l 39, 47) ≥MOSAIC: Mosaic Mode (l 39, 47) ≥MIRROR: Mirror Mode (l 39, 47) ≥NEGA: Negative Mode (l 39, 47) ≥SEPIA: Sepia Mode (l 39, 47) ≥B/W: Black & White Mode (l 39, 47) ≥SOLARI: Solarization Mode (l 39, 47)

6) Recording Speed Selector

≥SP: Standard Play Mode (l 27) ≥LP: Long Play Mode (l 27)

u ( v)

REC

5 t

7) Index

≥For several seconds while index signals are

being recorded, the [SCENE INDEX] Indication flashes. (l 46)

Search Number [S1] (l 46)

≥The figure indicates which number of scenes

ahead from the present scene is to be played back.

8) Tape Run Indications

≥REC: Recording (l 28) ≥PAUSE: Recording Paused (l 28) ≥!: Playback/Camera Search in

forward direction (l28, 42)

≥": Camera Search in reverse

direction (l 28)

≥;: Still Playback (l 44) ≥%: Fast-forward/Cue Playback (l 43) ≥&: Rewind/Review Playback

(l 42, 43)

}: Slow Playback in forward direction

≥

(l 44)

~: Slow Playback in reverse direction

≥

(l 44)

≥;!: Still Advance Playback in forward

direction (l 44)

≥";: Still Advance Playback in reverse

direction (l 44)

≥): Index Search in forward direction

(l 46)

≥*: Index Search in reverse direction

(l 46)

≥CHK: Recording Check (l 28) ≥A.DUB !: Audio Dubbing (l 50) ≥A.DUB ;: Audio Dubbing Pause (l 50) ≥PHOTO: PhotoShot Mode Recording

(l 30)

≥BLANK: Blank Search (l 45) ≥R !: Repeat Playback (l 43) ≥2k%: Variable Speed Search (l 43)

9) Zoom Magnification

≥When the [W/T] Zoom Lever is pushed up or

down, the Zoom Magnification Indication and Zoom Gauge appear. (l 31)

10)

11)

VOLUME

5:30:45PM OCT 1 2003

MAGICPIX

WIND CUT

Others

EISMNL

1/500

F2.4

Z.MIC

12)

13)

14)

15)

16)

17)

18)

19)

10) Sound Volume

≥Use this indication to adjust the volume of

playback sound from the built-in speaker or headphones. (l 42)

11) Date/Time Indication (l 27, 83)

12) Recording Mode

≥AUTO: This appears when Mode Selector

Switch is set to [AUTO]. (l 28)

≥MNL: This appears when Mode Selector

Switch is set to [MANUAL].

(l 35, 36, 37)

Electronic Image Stabilizer [EIS] (l 32) Audio Dubbing Input Display [MIC/AV IN] (l 50) Audio Recording Mode [12bit/16bit] (l 27)

13) Manual Focus [MF] (l 37) Backlight Mode [ª] (l 33) Program AE Mode

≥5: Sports Mode (l 35) ≥7: Portrait Mode (l 35) ≥4: Low Light Mode (l 35) ≥Ω: Spotlight Mode (l 35) ≥º: Surf & Snow Mode (l 35)

14) White Balance Mode

≥1: Last manually adjusted White

Balance setting (l 37)

≥|: Fluorescent light Mode (l 37) ≥z: Outdoor Mode (l 37) ≥{: Indoor Mode (recording under

incandescent lighting) (l 37)

15) Shutter Speed [1/500] (l 36)

16) Iris Value [F2.4] (F number) (l 36)

17) MagicPix Mode [MAGICPIX] (l 34)

18) Progressive PhotoShot

Mode [æ] (l 30)

19) Zoom Microphone [Z.MIC] (l 31) Wind Noise Reduction [WIND CUT] (l 34)

20)

21)

100-0012

PICTURE

SLIDE!

22)

20) File Type Display [PICTURE/MPEG4/VOICE/

TITLE] (l 56, 61)

21) Folder-File Number (l 57)

22) Card File Indications 1 (CARD PB Mode)

≥SLIDE!: Slide Show Playback (l 60) ≥SLIDE;: Slide Show Playback Pause

(l 60)

≥M.SLIDE!: Manual Slide Show Playback

(l 60)

≥M.SLIDE;: Manual Slide Show Playback

Pause (l 60)

23) Card File Indications 2 (CARD PB Mode)

≥Image size [ ] (l 57)

640

When you playback a scene recorded on a Palmcorder with a picture size specification different from the one stated above, the following indications should be displayed. If the size of the picture is from 640 pixels to 800 horizontal pixels, the [ ] Indication will be

640

displayed; if picture size is 640 pixels or lower, the scene should be displayed without any indication of picture size.

640

≥ : [640k480] Image size

SVGA

≥ : From 800 to 1024 pixels

XGA

≥ : From 1024 to 1280 pixels

SXGA

≥ : From 1280 to 1600 pixels

UXGA

≥ : From 1600 to 2048 pixels ≥ : Over 2048

QXGA

≥Number set DPOF [00] (l 65) DPOF setting & Slide Show

¥ (White): DPOF Setting completed (set to 1 or

more pictures) (l 65)

¥ (Green): Slide Show Settings completed

(l 60)

¥ (Blue): DPOF Setting (set to 1 or more

pictures)/Slide Show Settings both completed (l 60, 65)

F 15 640

640SF

PICTURE

23)

24)

24) Card File Indications 3 (Camera Mode)

≥MPEG4 Picture Quality [ , , ]

N F

≥Card PhotoShot picture quality [F/N/E]

(l 53)

(Card PhotoShot Recording) [F] is Fine, [N] is Normal, [E] is Economy in abbreviated terms.

≥Remaining number of Card PhotoShot

Pictures [000] (l 52)

≥Recording in Card PhotoShot [ ]

(red) (l 52)

≥Recording the Moving Picture [ ]

(red) (l 55)

≥Recording Voice [ ] (red) (l 54)

VOICE

≥Memory Card is not inserted [

(, )] (flashing in red) (l 51)

VOICE

MPEG

≥Card PhotoShot is ready to record [

MPEG

(, )] (cyan) (l 52)

VOICE

≥File number [No.000] (l 57) ≥Lock setting [ ] (l 63)

PICTURE

MPEG

PICTURE

ª Changing the Counter Display Mode

By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu, you can change the Counter Display Mode to Tape Counter Indication (0:00.00), Memory Counter Indication (M0:00.00), and Time Code Indication (0h00m00s00f). ≥You can also press the [COUNTER] Button of the

Remote Controller repeatedly to change the Counter Indication.

ª Displaying Date/Time Indication

To display Date/Time Indication, set the appropriate Date/Time in [DATE/TIME] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu. ≥You can also press the [DATE/TIME] Button on

the Remote Controller repeatedly to display or change the Date/Time Indication.

ª Changing the Display Mode

By changing [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu, Counter Display Mode changes to All Function Display, Partial Display, and Minimum Display.

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Initializing the Modes

You can change the Menu settings back to the shipping condition.

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>

[OTHER FUNCTIONS 2] >> [INITIAL SET] >> [YES].

≥The initializing takes a while. ≥After the initializing is completed, the

[COMPLETED] Indication appears with beeps.

≥Initializing will not erase the clock setting that

has been adjusted.

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Warning/Alarm Indications

If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the condition of the Palmcorder. EJECT TAPE: After the [DEW DETECTED]

Indication appears, eject the Cassette.

Y CHECK REC TAB:

The erasure prevention tab on the inserted Cassette is open (that is, set to [SAVE]). When you are attempting to do audio dubbing on the unrecorded (blank) portion of the tape, or you are attempting to do dubbing on the Cassette whose tab is set at [SAVE]. (l 50, 67)

Others

Y TAPE NOT INSERTED:

No Cassette is inserted. (l 20)

X LOW BATTERY MODE:

The Battery is low. Recharge it.

(l 18)

0: The internal lithium battery is low.

(l 27)

2 END/TAPE END:

The tape ended during recording. REMOTE/ CHECK REMOTE MODE:

Wrong Remote Controller Mode has

been selected. (l 17) CANNOT REC LP-MODE:

Because the original recording was

done in LP Mode, audio dubbing

cannot be performed. (l 50) INCOMPATIBLE DATA:

This Cassette is incompatible or

contains copy-guard.

Because the medium is protected

by a copy guard, images cannot be

recorded correctly. °: If this Indication appears, return the

LCD Monitor to the original position

in order to check the specific

content of the Warning/Alarm

Indication. AV INPUT RECORDING:

When you are attempting to record

on the Memory Card during dubbing

(l 66) on the Cassette. NO CARD: There is no Memory Card inserted. PLEASE WAIT:

When reading of the Memory Card

(playback, format, when using the

Multi-Picture Function). (l 56, 65) CARD ERROR:

The Memory Card is not compatible

with the Palmcorder. CHECK SELECT SWITCH:

You are attempting to record a tape

in VCR Mode, with the combination

of modes set with the [TAPE/CARD/

CARD MODE] Selector, this

Indication appears. Pressing the

Recording Start/Stop Button with

[PICTURE] in Camera Mode.

Pressing the PhotoShot Button with

[MPEG4] or [VOICE] in Camera

Mode. Pressing the Recording

Start/Stop Button with [TAPE] and

[PICTURE] in Card Playback Mode.

Pressing the PhotoShot Button with

[PICTURE] in Card Playback Mode.

FILE LOCKED: When you are attempting to delete a

locked picture. The locked picture cannot be deleted.

WRITE PROTECTED:

When you are attempting to write the data on an SD Memory Card whose write protection switch is set at [LOCK].

NO PICTURE: There are no pictures in the Memory

Card.

NO MPEG4 DATA:

There are no moving pictures in the Memory Card.

NO VOICE DATA:

There is no voice data in the Memory Card.

NO TITLE: There are no titles in the Memory

Card.

NO SPACE LEFT:

Card does not have sufficient memory remaining. Select Card Mode and delete unnecessary files.

t: You are attempting to play back

data which is not compatible with this Palmcorder. (l 56)

DEW DETECTED:

Condensation has occurred. (l 93)

: NEED HEAD CLEANING:

The video heads are dirty. (l 93)

PUSH THE RESET SWITCH:

Irregular mechanism is detected. Press the [RESET] Button.This may solve the problem. You are attempting to record to a Memory Card formatted with other equipment (like a Personal Computer). Format the Memory Card with this equipment.

NEEDS TO BE SERVICED:

Disconnect the power supply and request service.

CONNECT USB CABLE:

The [WEB CAMERA] Button is pressed with USB Cable unconnected. Connect the USB Cable to the Palmcorder and the Personal Computer.

DISCONNECT USB CABLE:

You are pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button, the [PHOTO SHOT] Button or the [TITLE] Button in the WEB CAMERA Mode. You are pressing the [TITLE] Button in Camera Mode or VCR Mode with a USB Cable connected. You are attempting to record on a Card with a USB Cable connected.

CANCEL WEB CAMERA MODE:

It is not possible to operate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch in the WEB CAMERA Mode.

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Notes & Precautions

ª Alarm Sounds (l 24)

When [BEEP SOUND] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows. 1 Beep

≥When you start recording ≥When you switch the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch

from [OFF] to [ON]

2 Beeps ≥When you pause recording 2 Beeps for 4 times ≥If you perform a wrong operation before or during

recording

ª Inserting/Ejecting the Cassette (l 20)

≥In the case of using a previously recorded

Cassette, you can use the Camera Search Function to find the position where you want to continue recording.

≥If a new Cassette is inserted, rewind to the

beginning of the tape before starting to record.

≥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 CLOSE] Button.

≥When closing the Cassette Compartment Cover,

do not get anything caught in the cover, such as a cable of an optional stereo microphone.

ª Recording Check (l 28)

≥For recording check, the Palmcorder must be the

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

Others

ª Camera Search

≥In Camera Search Mode, images may contain

mosaic-like noise patterns. This is a phenomenon that is characteristic of digital video and not a malfunction.

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

recording and new recording are different, playback images may be distorted.

(l 28)

ª Quick Start (l 29)

≥During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute

amount of electricity is consumed.

≥This Function is not activated in the following

cases even if the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights:

≥A tape is not inserted, while the Tape Mode is

set.

≥A Card is not inserted, while the Card Mode is

set.

≥In the following cases, Quick Start is temporarily

cancelled when the Quick Start Mode is set. Set the Camera Mode again, and the Quick Start Mode will be restored.

≥Set to the VCR Mode or Card Playback Mode ≥The Battery is replaced

≥If the [QUICK START] Button is pressed and held

for approximately 2 seconds during the Quick Start Standby Mode, the Lamp will go off and the Palmcorder will turn off.

≥If the Palmcorder is not operated for approximately

30 minutes after the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights, the Lamp will go off and the Palmcorder will turn off.

≥In the Automatic White Balance Mode, the color

may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning of the recording.

ª Self-timer Recording (l 30)

≥When [BEEP SOUND] on the

[OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [ON], a beep sound will be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self-timer Standby Mode.

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

Self-timer Standby Mode is cancelled.

ª Progressive PhotoShotTM Function

(l 30)

≥The still pictures are recorded at a slightly

rewound point from where you press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥When you change to the still picture Mode, you will

hear a click. This is the sound of the iris closing and not an indication of malfunction.

≥If you record still pictures in Progressive

PhotoShot to Program AE, the brightness of the images may vary.

≥The picture may be blurred when recording a

scene with many horizontal lines or fine patterns.

≥Using the MagicPix Function cancels the

Progressive PhotoShot

About [PROGRESSIVE] Setting

≥When the [æ] Indication is displayed, you can use

the Progressive PhotoShot

When [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [ON]:

You can use the Progressive PhotoShot at any time. In this case, however, the following functions are disabled.

≥[EFFECT1] Digital Effect Modes ≥Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] ≥1/750 or faster shutter speed

When [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [AUTO]

You cannot use the Progressive PhotoShot Function in the following circumstances. ≥When the zoom magnification is approximately

10k or higher

≥When the shutter speed is 1/750 or faster ≥When [EFFECT1] is set to [WIPE], [MIX],

[STROBE], [GAIN UP], [TRAIL], [MOSAIC], [MIRROR]

≥When the pictures are displayed on a Multi screen

Mode when your Palmcorder is set

Function.

Function

ª Zoom In/Out Functions (l 31)

≥By pressing the [W/T] zoom lever to [W] or to [T] in

Recording Pause Mode, you can zoom 1-10k at the maximum speed of 1.8 seconds.

≥During recording, you can zoom 1-10k in as short

a time as approximately 2.5 seconds.

≥During considerably fast zooming, the image may

become out of focus temporarily.

≥When you are using a high amount of zoom, a

sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is approximately 4 feet (1.2 m) or more away from the Palmcorder.

ª Electronic Image Stabilizer Function

(l 32)

≥Under conditions of dim lighting, the Electronic

Image Stabilizer Function will not operate correctly. In such a case, the [EIS] Indication will flash.

≥Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may

change or colors may not look natural.

≥After-images may appear. ≥We recommend that you turn off the Image

Stabilizer function when a Tripod is in use.

≥By setting [EFFECT1] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT]

Sub-Menu to [GAIN-UP], you can disable the Image Stabilizer function. In this Case, the [EIS] Indication flashes.

≥The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate

when using MagicPix. In this case, the [EIS] Indication flashes.

≥Within the digital zoom range, or when recording

with a conversion lens attached, the Image Stabilizer Function may not work effectively.

ª Cinema Function (l 33)

≥Using the Cinema Function does not widen the

recording angle.

≥If you play back tape recorded in Cinema Mode on

a wide-screen (16:9) format TV, playback size is automatically adjusted to fit the TV screen format. Please refer to the TV’s operating instructions for details.

≥When images are displayed on a TV screen, the

Date/Time Indication may be erased in some cases.

≥Depending on the TV, the picture quality may be

deteriorated.

≥The Cinema Mode is cancelled when a Title is

displayed.

≥Using the Cinema Mode deactivates [MULTI] and

[P-IN-P] of [EFFECT1].

≥Depending on the software in use, the imported

Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly.

ª MagicPix Function (l 34)

≥In a dark place, the recorded picture is presented

in a time-lapse-like manner.

≥Focusing must be adjusted manually. ≥Use this function only in situations where there is

limited light. Do not use it in brightly lit places or aim at the sun. The Palmcorder can be seriously damaged.

≥The Progressive PhotoShot

automatically turned off.

≥The Continuous PhotoShot Function cannot be

used.

≥White Balance cannot be set.

Function is

≥The shutter speed cannot be adjusted. ≥The Program AE or Digital Effect Modes in

[EFFECT1] cannot be set.

≥The Image Stabilizer does not function. ≥When recording with the MagicPix Function, using

a tripod is recommended.

≥MagicPix Function makes the signal charging time

of CCD up to 25 times longer than usual, so that dark scenes that are invisible to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

ª Program AE (l 35)

≥If any of the Program AE Modes are selected, you

cannot adjust the shutter speed or iris.

≥You cannot use Sports Mode, Portrait Mode or

Low Light Mode with Gain Up Mode [GAIN UP].

≥When using Sports Mode, Portrait Mode or

Low-Light Mode, using the MagicPix Function cancels this mode.

Sports Mode

≥During normal playback, the image movement

may not appear smooth.

≥Because the color and brightness of the

playback image may change, avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light, or sodium light.

≥If you record a subject illuminated with strong

light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear.

≥If the light is insufficient, the [5] Indication

flashes.

Sports Mode/Portrait Mode

≥If you record a still picture in Progressive

PhotoShot Mode, the brightness of the recorded still picture may become unstable.

≥If these modes are used for indoor recording,

playback images may flicker.

Low Light Mode

≥Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be

made brighter to a satisfactory degree.

Spotlight Mode

≥With this Mode, recorded images may turn out

to be extremely dark.

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright, its

recorded image may turn out to be washed out.

Surf & Snow Mode

≥If the subject is extremely bright, its recorded

image may turn out to be washed out.

Others

ª Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

(l 36)

≥You may see vertical lines of light in the playback

image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject.

≥During Normal Playback, transition from one

scene to another may not appear smooth.

≥Because the color and brightness of the playback

image may become unstable, avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light, or sodium light.

≥If you are using either Gain up Mode, Program AE

Mode or MagicPix Function, you cannot adjust the shutter speed. If the shutter speed is adjusted manually, this setting will be cancelled.

ª Manual Iris Adjustment (l 36)

≥Depending on zoom magnification, the iris value

may not be displayed correctly.

≥If you are using Program AE Mode you cannot

adjust the iris.

≥If you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after

setting the Iris, the value set for the Iris will be cancelled.

ª White Balance (l 37)

In the following cases, you cannot change White Balance:

≥When you set [EFFECT1] of [DIGITAL EFFECT]

Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu to [GAIN UP] or [EFFECT2] to [SEPIA] or to [B/W].

≥When you set the Zoom to 10k or higher. ≥During Digital Still Picture Mode. ≥When you display a Menu. ≥When you use the MagicPix.

In the following cases, the [1] indication flashes:

≥The flashing indicates that the previously adjusted

White Balance setting is still kept. This setting will be kept until White Balance is adjusted again.

≥You may not be able to achieve correct White

Balance adjustment manually under weak illumination.

ª Digital Effect Functions

(Camera Mode)

≥It is not possible to use [MULTI], [P-IN-P], [WIPE],

[MIX] or [TRAIL] of [EFFECT1] together with the digital modes of [EFFECT2] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu.

≥If you set [EFFECT1] on [DIGITAL EFFECT]

Sub-Menu to [GAIN UP], you need to adjust the focus manually. However, you cannot adjust the shutter speed and cannot select White Balance.

≥You cannot use Sports Mode, Portrait Mode or

Low Light Mode with Gain up Mode [GAIN UP].

≥If [EFFECT2] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT]

Sub-Menu is set to [B/W] or [SEPIA], the selected White Balance Mode cannot be changed.

≥Setting the Cinema Mode cancels the Picture-in

Picture Mode and the Multi-Picture Mode.

In the following cases, using the [EFFECT1] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu is not possible.

≥When [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [ON] ≥When the MagicPix Mode is set

In the following cases, using the Digital Effect Function is not possible.

≥Card Mode ≥Title In

Wipe Mode and Mix Mode (l 40)

If either one of the following operations is carried out, stored images will be erased, and Wipe and Mix Functions cannot be used.

≥Use the Camera Search Function ≥Press the [STILL] Button ≥Switch the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector.

P-IN-P Mode (l 40)

≥If the Palmcorder power is turned off, the smaller

picture will disappear.

≥A title cannot be inserted into the smaller picture.

Multi-Picture Mode (l 41)

≥When [PROGRESSIVE] on the

[CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu is [ON], Multi-Picture Mode cannot be used.

≥If the [MULTI] Button is pressed while

self-recording Mirror mode (l 29) is used, the still picture is displayed from the upper right corner of the screen, but, in reality, the picture is recorded from the upper left corner as usual.

≥The quality of images recorded in Multi Mode

deteriorates slightly.

≥Multi Mode cannot be used in still picture mode. ≥The top and bottom of the Multi pictures will be cut

off slightly.

(l 39)

ª Listening to Playback Sound

Through Headphones

If you want to listen to the playback sound of a tape through headphones, set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/ OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OUT/PHONES] and connect the headphones to the [PHONES] Jack on this Palmcorder. In this case, no sound (including warning sounds and shutter sounds) will be reproduced through the built-in speaker of the Palmcorder. When the A/V Cable is inserted into the AV Jack, the internal speaker works.

ª Selecting the Sound during

Playback

You can select the sound by using the [AUDIO OUT] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu. STEREO: Stereo Sound (main sound and

L: Left channel sound (main sound) R: Right channel sound (sub sound) ≥If you dub a tape recorded at the [12bit] selected

as the [AUDIO REC] setting, playback sound becomes stereo sound regardless of whether [12bit AUDIO] is set to [MIX] or to [AUDIO OUT].

(l 42, 49)

subsound)

ª Playback Zoom Functions (l 45)

≥You cannot adjust volume with the Remote

Controller in Playback Zoom Mode.

≥If you turn off the Palmcorder, or if you switch from

VCR Mode to Camera Mode, Playback Zoom Mode is automatically cancelled.

≥Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being used,

images that are output from the DV Terminal or Digital Still Picture Terminal are not enlarged.

≥As you enlarge an image, the quality of image

suffers.

≥During the Playback Zoom Function, the Variable

Speed Search Function cannot be used with the Remote Controller.

ª Index Search Functions (l 46)

≥Index Search may not be possible at the beginning

of tape.

≥Because PhotoShot Index Signals are not

recorded on still pictures recorded in Continuous PhotoShot Mode, the PhotoShot Index Search Function cannot be used for these still pictures.

≥Scene Index Search may not function properly if

the interval between 2 scene index signals is shorter than 1 minute.

≥For the still pictures taken in the Continuous

PhotoShot Mode or Digital Still Picture Mode, PhotoShot index signals are not recorded.

ª Playback Digital Effect Functions

(l 47)

≥Revised signals of images to which digital effects

are added during playback cannot be output from the DV Terminal or Digital Still Picture Terminal.

≥You cannot use the Wipe Function or Mix Function

while playing back the non-recorded portion of tape.

Multi-Picture Mode (VCR Mode) (l 48)

≥The quality of Multi images deteriorates slightly. ≥Playback multi-mode screens cannot be output

through DV Terminal or Digital Still Picture Terminal.

≥If there is input from the DV Terminal, a multi

screen cannot be created.

≥When signals are input from S-Video Input/Output

Jack or Audio-Video Input/Output Jack, a multi screen cannot be re-displayed.

≥Signals input from S-Video Input/Output Jack or

Audio-Video Input/Output Jack cannot be displayed on a multi screen.

≥If you switch the Palmcorder from the Index

Multi-Picture Mode over to the Camera Mode, the setting of [SCAN MODE] on the [MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is automatically set to [STROBE].

ª Audio Dubbing (l 50)

≥The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed. ≥Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot be

dubbed.

≥If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the tape

is dubbed, images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back.

≥If you set the tape counter back to 0 at the position

where you want to stop Audio Dubbing so as to make it possible to use the Memory Stop Function (l 96), Audio Dubbing is terminated automatically when the tape reaches this position.

≥In the case of importing data recorded with Audio

Dubbing to a Computer using the Computer’s software program, only the original sound (ST1) may be imported, depending on the software program.

Microphone Jack

When audio dubbing is carried out through an external microphone or audio equipment, connect it to the [MIC] Jack. In this case, the built-in microphone of the Palmcorder will be turned off.

Others

ª Recording on a Card

≥Do not touch the connector terminal located on the

back of the card.

≥Wide images cannot be recorded on the Memory

Card.

≥A card that was formatted with this Palmcorder

may not be usable in other equipment. If this happens, please format the card with the equipment with which the card is to be used. Before proceeding with this operation, we suggest that you take the precautionary measure of storing important images in your personal computer.

≥In the Card PhotoShot mode, the Palmcorder

automatically saves the file numbers (100-0012, etc.) along with the pictures. A file number is recorded with each picture as a running number.

≥If the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is set

to [CARD], the Palmcorder is automatically turned off when you leave it for about 5 minutes without performing any PhotoShot recording.

≥When the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is

set to [CARD], you cannot record to the Tape.

≥During automatic copying tape pictures onto a

Card, the number of pictures that can still be recorded on the Card is displayed. When it becomes [0], the Tape is set to the Recording Pause Mode.

≥Pictures with wide-screen format signals cannot

be copied.

(l 52 – 55)

Card PhotoShot (l 52)

≥Sound cannot be recorded. ≥The Progressive Function is set to [ON]. ≥Even if the [SHTR EFFECT] is set to [ON], the

Shutter Effect cannot be recorded on the picture.

≥The shutter speed ranges from 1/60-1/500. ≥When the color of the screen changes or blurs,

adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/60 or 1/100.

≥A Card formatted with other equipment (like a

Personal Computer) might be unusable or it might take more time for recording. We recommend that you use this equipment to format it.

≥The file format supported by this Palmcorder is

JPEG. (Not all the JPEG formatted files will be played back.)

The following functions are not possible.

≥Zoom Microphone Function (l 31) ≥Digital Zoom (l 31) ≥Digital Effects/Functions (l 39)

RapidFireTM Consecutive Still Shots (l 53)

≥When the [BURST MODE] is set to [ H], the

[PROGRESSIVE] is automatically set to [OFF], and when [ L], the [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [ON].

≥One more still picture may be recorded after you

release the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

≥When the [BURST MODE] is set to [ H]:

≥The screen does not become still for each

frame.

≥Even if [CINEMA] is set to [ON], the black bars

cannot be recorded on top and bottom of the picture.

≥The RapidFire

Function cannot be used simultaneously.

≥When the [SELF TIMER] is set to [ON], the

Palmcorder records the maximum number of pictures recordable depending on the [BURST MODE] setting.

Consecutive Still Shots and Title

Voice (Voice Recording Function) (l 54)

≥[PHOTO SHOT] Button does not operate. ≥The sound is recorded in monaural, that is, mixed

[L] and [R] of the stereo sound.

≥The continuous recording time for voice depends

on the capacity of the memory card. (24 hours, max.)

≥More than 100 hours of remaining time is indicated

as [R:99h59m].

Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) (l 55)

≥The file format supported by this Palmcorder is

ASF. (Not all the ASF formatted files will be played back.)

≥[PHOTO SHOT] Button does not operate. ≥More than 100 hours of remaining time is indicated

as [R:99h59m].

≥When Remaining Time Indication becomes

[R:0h00m], [NO SPACE LEFT] Indication appears. Recording may not be started.

≥The shutter speed is adjustable within the range of

1/60 to 1/500 while recording moving pictures (MPEG4).

≥When the color of the screen changes or blurs,

adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/60 or 1/100.

≥The picture size of the moving picture (MPEG4) is

set to be: [SUPERFINE]: 320k240 [FINE]: 176k144 [NORMAL]: 176k144

≥When attaching to email, we recommend the file

size to be less than 1MB. [SUPERFINE]: approximately 15 seconds [FINE]: approximately 20 seconds [NORMAL]: approximately 1 minute

≥The following functions are disabled.

≥Self-timer (l 30) ≥Zoom Microphone Function (l 31) ≥Digital Zoom (l 31) ≥Fade In/Out Function (l 32) ≥Digital Effect Functions (l 39) ≥Title In/Creation (l 61)

≥Even if the [CINEMA] is set to [ON], the black bars

cannot be recorded on top and bottom of the picture.

≥The sound is recorded in monaural, that is, mixed

[L] and [R] of the stereo sound.

ª Recording to a Card from other

equipment

If you set the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD], you can use the Card PhotoShot Function for externally input signals. (Not during recording.) ≥Black streaks may appear at the four edges of the

image.

≥When the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed, the

image may seem to move backward momentarily, but this does not affect the recording.

≥If the [VOICE] Indication is displayed, recording to

a Card is not possible.

≥While recording with analog input, a Card

PhotoShot Function cannot be used.

(l 54)

ª Card Playback (l 56)

≥If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the

screen becomes white and the [NO PICTURE], [NO MPEG4 DATA] or [NO VOICE DATA] Indication appears depending on the mode selected.

≥If you attempt to play back if file recorded in a

different format or if file data is defective, the [k] Indication and the [CARD ERROR] Indication could appear as a warning.

≥When the pictures recorded by another

Palmcorder are played back with this Palmcorder, the size of the pictures may be different from the recorded size.

≥This Palmcorder can also play back the

Mega-Pixel still pictures up to 2560k1920 size recorded with the other equipment. However it takes longer than usual time, and the picture may not be playable.

≥When playing back a nonstandardized file, the

Folder-File Number may not be displayed.

≥When playing back the MPEG4 moving picture

with fast moving subject or zooming operation, the image seem to stop momentarily, or a mosaic like pattern may appear. This is not a malfunction.

≥MPEG4 data or Voice data will not be output from

DV Terminal.

≥MPEG4 data cannot perform Cue/Review

Playback, Slow Motion Playback (forward direction and reverse direction), Still Advance Playback (forward direction and reverse direction) or Jog Playback.

≥During automatic copying of tape pictures onto a

card, the remaining number of pictures that can still be recorded on the Card is displayed. When it becomes [0], the tape is set to the Recording Pause Mode.

≥For the MPEG4 moving pictures recorded on a

camera other than this camera, “k” may be displayed when they are played back. If the [1] Button is pressed in this case, “!” will be displayed for a few seconds and the next image will be displayed.

≥For the still images recorded on the camera other

this camera, the mega-pixel image size may be displayed.

≥If an MPEG4 motion picture is played continuously

for a long time, the playback may stop in the midway and the video camera may freeze while a still picture is being displayed. If this happens, press the [RESET] button.

≥When performing Cue or Review Playback of

voice data, the Playback elapsed time may not correspond to the actual recording time of the sound.

≥When playing back an MPEG4 or voice data

recorded by other equipment, a part of the playback elapsed time may be indicated as [--].

ª Voice Power Save (l 24)

≥Voice Power Save Function automatically shuts off

the monitor to reduce the power consumption when no operation is being performed in the Voice Recording Mode. When [VOICE POWER SAVE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Menu is set to [ON], the power save function is activated, and the screen turns off in a few seconds after operations, such as play or recording, are performed.

≥The Voice Power Saving Function is cancelled

when any operation is performed.

≥Do not forget to turn off the power.

Others

ª Copying Pictures from a Memory

Card to a Cassette

≥When recording the Card Image on a Tape, its

size is transformed into 720k576 according to the DV format.

≥If you attempt to record a still picture with a large

image size on a Tape, there may be a reduction in the quality of the image.

≥When recording the Card Images on a Tape, a

PhotoShot index signal is automatically recorded with a picture.

≥Even if you edit the Slide Show, it is not applied to

the order in copying the pictures.

≥Moving Picture (MPEG4) and Voice data cannot

be recorded from a Card to tape.

(l 59)

ª Slide Show (l 60)

≥The playback time can be set from 7 to 99

seconds for [ ] and [ ] sized pictures, and from 5 to 99 seconds for other sizes.

≥Perform the Slide Show Settings with your own

Palmcorder.

≥Depending on the File size, playback may take

longer than the set time.

≥When performing the preset Slide Show after the

Titles are displayed, the Titles disappear.

QXGA

UXG

ª Title Functions (l 61, 62)

≥When the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is

set to [MPEG4] or [VOICE], Title Creation Function is not possible.

≥Even if the contrast of the Title is adjusted, the

portions where there is little difference between light and dark and where the boundary between light and dark is unclear may not appear.

≥The Title may not appear clear if something small

is used for it.

≥If you create an original title, the number of

pictures that can be recorded on the Memory Card decreases.

≥If the number of pictures that can be recorded on

the Memory Card is small, you may not be able to create an original title in some cases.

≥When a title is displayed in VCR Mode, the title is

not output from the DV Terminal or Digital Still Picture Terminal.

≥When the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is

set to [MPEG4] or [VOICE], Title In Function is not possible.

≥The size of the created pictures is [640k480].

ª Formatting a Memory Card (l 65)

≥Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted

when the Memory Card is formatted.

≥It may not be possible to use a Card which was

formatted using this Palmcorder on another unit. In this case, format the Card on the unit which will be using the Card. Take steps to ensure that valuable files are stored on a personal computer, etc. as well, before proceeding.

≥A Card formatted with other equipment (like a

Personal Computer) might be unusable or might take more time for recording. We recommend that you use this Palmcorder to format it.

ª Using your Palmcorder with Digital

Video Equipment (Dubbing)

≥Regardless of the setting, dubbing is carried out

automatically in the same audio recording Mode as that of the Cassette in the playback-side equipment.

≥The images on the monitor of the recording side

may be disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded images.

≥Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback Zoom, or

Playback Title In have been used, these effects are not output from the DV Terminal.

≥Even if you use a device with DV Terminals, you

may not be able to perform digital dubbing in some cases.

≥Date or other information to be displayed cannot

be displayed if the software of the connected equipment does not support the display function.

(l 67)

ª Using a Card in a Personal

Computer

≥To erase pictures that you recorded on the Card by

using the Palmcorder, be sure to erase them on the Palmcorder, not on the computer.

≥You may not be able to properly play back or

search the images on the Palmcorder after editing the recorded data or changing the image data on a personal computer.

Cautions for Use

ª After Use 1

Take out the Cassette. (l 20)

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

(l 20)

[OFF].

3 Detach the Power Source and retract

the Viewfinder.

4 To protect the Lens, attach the supplied

Lens Cap.

ª Tips for using your Palmcorder

When you use your Palmcorder on a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters the Palmcorder.

≥Water may cause the Palmcorder or Cassette to

malfunction. (Irreparable damage may occur.)

≥If sea water splashes onto the Palmcorder, wet a

soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the Palmcorder body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.

Keep the Palmcorder away from magnetically charged equipment (such as a TV, game equipment, etc.)

≥If you use the Palmcorder near a TV, images or

sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation.

≥Do not use near a cell phone because doing so

may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.

≥Due to strong magnetic fields created by speakers

or large motors, recording on the tape may be damaged, or images may be distorted.

≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a

microprocessor may adversely affect the Palmcorder, causing the disturbance of images and sounds.

≥If the Palmcorder is affected by magnetically

charged equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Palmcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Thereafter, turn on the Palmcorder power.

Do not use your Palmcorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

≥If you record pictures near radio transmitters or

high-voltage lines, recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected.

Do not use this Palmcorder for surveillance purposes or other business use.

≥If you use the Palmcorder for a long period of time,

the internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction.

≥This Palmcorder is not intended for industrial use.

(l 18)

(l 19)

When you use your Palmcorder on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the Palmcorder.

≥Sand or dust may damage the Palmcorder or

Cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing the Cassette.)

Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Palmcorder.

≥If the Palmcorder is sprayed with such chemicals,

the Palmcorder body may deform and the surface finish may peel off.

≥Do not keep a rubber or plastic product in contact

with the Palmcorder for a long period of time.

When cleaning the Palmcorder, do not use any solvent, such as benzine, alcohol, thinner, etc.

≥The Palmcorder body may become damaged and

the surface finish may peel off.

≥Before cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out the

AC Cable from the AC Jack.

≥Wipe the Palmcorder with a soft dry cloth. To

remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterward finish wiping with a dry cloth.

≥For storing or transporting the Palmcorder, place it

in a bag or case lined with soft pads so as to prevent the coating on the Palmcorder body from becoming worn.

After use, be sure to take the Cassette out and detach the Battery from the Palmcorder or pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack.

≥If the Cassette is left in the Palmcorder, the tape

sags and deteriorates.

≥If you leave the Battery in the Palmcorder or on the

AC Adaptor, the Battery will no longer be rechargeable.

ª About the AC Adaptor

≥If the temperature of the Battery is extremely high

or extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp may continue flashing, and the Battery may not charge. After the temperature of the Battery has decreased or increased sufficiently, charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE] Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be faulty. In this case, please contact your dealer.

≥If the Battery is warm, charging takes longer than

usual.

≥If you use the AC Adaptor near a radio, radio

reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC Adaptor 3 feet (1 meter) or more away from radios.

≥When the AC Adaptor is in use, it may generate

whirring sounds. This is normal.

≥After use, be sure to pull out the AC Cable from

the AC Jack. (If they are left connected, a small amount of electricity is consumed.)

≥Always keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and

Battery clean.

ª Condensation

If excessive moisture condenses in the unit, [DEW DETECTED] Indication will flash, and the Palmcorder will automatically turn off after about 1 minute. If this happens, follow the steps below:

1 Take out the Cassette.

≥None of the other functions operate.

Depending on the amount of condensation, removing the Cassette may become difficult. If this happens, wait for 2 to 3 hours before taking the Cassette out.

2 Open the Cassette Compartment and

wait for 2 to 3 hours.

≥The number of hours you should wait depends

on the amount of condensation and ambient temperature.

3 2 to 3 hours later, turn on the

Palmcorder and check to see if the

[DEW DETECTED] Indication is displayed.

≥Even if the [DEW DETECTED] Indication is

not displayed, as a precaution, please wait for another hour before using the Palmcorder.

Watch for Condensation Even Before the [DEW DETECTED] Indication Is Displayed.

≥Because condensation takes place gradually, the

[DEW DETECTED] Indication may not be displayed during the first 10 to 15 minutes of condensation formation inside the Palmcorder.

≥In extremely cold places, condensation may freeze

and form frost. In this case, the frost melts first, thus forming condensation, and then it takes another 2 to 3 hours to eliminate the condensation.

When the Lens Is Fogged:

Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF] and leave the Palmcorder in this condition for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally.

ª Digital Video Head Cleaner

If the heads (the parts that make contact with tape) are dirty, mosaic-like noise patterns may appear on the playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty, recording performance deteriorates, and, in the worst case, the Palmcorder cannot record at all.

Others

Causes of Digital Video Heads Becoming Dirty

≥Large quantity of dust in the air ≥High-temperature and high-humidity environment ≥Damaged tape ≥Long operating hours

Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner (AY-DVMCLA)

1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the

Palmcorder in the same manner as a Video Cassette.

2 Press the [1] Button, and 20 seconds

later, Press the [ rewind the tape.)

∫] Button. (Do not

3 Take out the head cleaner. Insert a

Video Cassette and start recording. Then, play the tape back to check the recorded image.

4 If the image is still not clear, repeat

Steps 1 to 3. (Do not use the Head Cleaner 3 times or more consecutively.)

Notes:

≥Do not rewind every time you use the Head

Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and then use it again from the beginning in the same manner as before.

≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the

Mini DV may be damaged. In this case, immediately stop using that Cassette.

≥Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive

cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be played back even after the heads are cleaned.)

≥If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the head

cleaner, the Palmcorder needs to be cleaned at a service center. Please consult a distributor or Panasonic Servicenter.

≥Video head cleaners can be purchased from

service centers.

≥Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered

a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the warranty.

Periodic Check-up

To maintain the highest image quality, we recommend replacement of worn parts, such as heads, etc., after approximately 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends on operating conditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust, etc.)

ª Optimal Use of the Battery

Battery Characteristics

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is affected by the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment, the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protective function may operate, and the Battery may even become unusable for awhile.

Be Sure to Detach the Battery After Use

Be sure to detach the Battery from the Palmcorder. (If it is left attached to the Palmcorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Palmcorder power is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Palmcorder for a long time, over discharge takes place. The Battery may become unusable after it is charged.

Disposing of an unusable Battery

≥The Battery has a limited life. ≥Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may

cause an explosion.

Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean

Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or other substances. If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if the Battery body and terminals are damaged. Attaching a damaged Battery to the Palmcorder or AC Adaptor may damage the Palmcorder or AC Adaptor.

ª Cautions for Storage

Before storing the Palmcorder, take the Cassette out and detach the Battery.

Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature. ≥Recommended Temperature: 59 oF to 77 oF (15oC

to 25 oC), Recommended Humidity: 40% to 60%

Palmcorder

≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from

getting into the Palmcorder.

≥Do not leave the Palmcorder in places that expose

it to high temperature.

Battery

≥Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures

will shorten the life of the Battery.

≥If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the

terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.

≥Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in

contact with metal objects (such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.) This can result in a short circuit or heat generation and, if you touch the Battery in this condition, you may be badly burned.

≥Store the Battery in a completely discharged state.

To store the Battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you completely use up the charged capacity.

Cassette

≥Before storing it, rewind the tape to the beginning.

If the Cassette is left for more than 6 months with the tape stopped midway, the tape sags (although it depends on the storage conditions.) Be sure to rewind to the beginning.

≥Store the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct sunlight

(ultraviolet rays), or humidity may damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral particles, and dusty Cassettes damage the heads of the Palmcorder and other components. Develop a habit of returning the Cassette back to its case.

≥Twice a year, wind the tape to the end and then

rewind it to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, temperature and humidity changes may cause the Cassette to deform due to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound tape may stick to itself.

≥Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic

substances or equipment.

≥The surface of tape is covered with extremely

minute magnetic particles, upon which signals are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc., have magnetic force that is stronger than you may normally expect, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may cause noise in images and sounds.

Card

≥When the Card is being read, do not remove the

Card, turn off the power, or subject it to vibration or impact.

≥Do not leave the Card in places where there is

high temperature or direct sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated.

≥Do not bend or drop the Card. The Card or the

recorded content may be damaged.

≥After use, be sure to remove the Card from the

Palmcorder.

≥After use, store the supplied SD Memory Card in

the enclosed bag.

≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the Card

with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter it.

≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to

prevent swallowing.

Others

ª LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood

LCD Monitor

≥In a place with drastic temperature changes,

condensation may take place on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth.

≥If your Palmcorder is extremely cold when you turn

its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor will be slightly darker than usual at first. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to the normal brightness.

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Viewfinder

≥Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun.

Internal components may be seriously damaged.

≥When the Palmcorder is used with a large capacity

Battery attached to it, it is not practical to look in the Viewfinder from behind the Battery. In this case, lift up the Viewfinder to an easy-to-see angle.

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Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the Viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 113,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% active pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

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Lens Hood

≥Do not attach other conversion lenses in front of

the Lens Hood; there is no mount to be used for the attachment.

≥If you want to attach the Tele Conversion Lens

(not supplied) or the Wide Conversion Lens (not supplied), MC Protector (not supplied) or ND Filter (not supplied) first of all, turn the Lens Hood counter-clockwise. If the MC Protector (not supplied) or ND Filter (not supplied) is used, the Lens Hood can be mounted on the filter.

≥If you push the [W/T] Lever toward [W] during

recording with the filter or conversion lens attached to the Palmcorder, the 4 corners of the image may become dark (vignetting). For details, please refer to the operating instructions for your accessories.

≥Be sure to keep the Lens Hood attached to the

Palmcorder so as to shut out unnecessary light.

Explanation of Terms

ª Digital Video System

In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape. This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration. In addition, it automatically records data, such as Time Code and date/time, as digital signals.

Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS Cassettes

Because this Palmcorder employs a digital system for recording image and sound data, the cassette is not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog recording system. The size and shape of the Cassettes are also different.

Compatibility with Output Signals

Because AV signal output from the AV signal output jack is analog (the same as conventional video systems), this Palmcorder can be connected with S-VHS or VHS VCR or a TV for playback.

(l 49, 66)

ª Focus

Auto Focus Adjustment

The Auto Focus System automatically moves the internal focusing lens forward or backward and adjusts the focus so that the subject can be seen clearly. However, the Auto Focus System does not function properly for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions.

Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.

1) Recording a subject whose one end is

located closer to the Palmcorder and the other end farther away from it

≥Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at

the center of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both foreground and background.

2) Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty

glass

≥Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the

subject behind the glass will not be in focus.

3) Recording a subject in dark surroundings

≥Because the light information that comes

through the lens decreases considerably, the Palmcorder may not focus correctly.

4) Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects

≥Because the Palmcorder focuses on the

objects with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects, the recording subject may become blurry.

5) Recording a fast-moving subject

≥Because the focus lens inside moves

mechanically, it may not be able to keep up with the fast-moving subject.

6) Recording a subject with little contrast

≥Because the Palmcorder achieves focus

based upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry.

ª White Balance Adjustment

Depending on the type of light source, the colors recorded by the Palmcorder may be affected. In some cases, images may be recorded with a bluish or reddish hue. To minimize the effect of light on the subject’s color, White Balance Adjustment becomes necessary.

White Balance Adjustment

White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color of light and makes adjustment so that the white color will become pure white.

Auto White Balance Adjustment

This Palmcorder stores settings that are optimal for several kinds of general light sources. The Palmcorder determines the hue of light that it receives through the lens and White Balance Sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This function is called Auto White Balance Adjustment. However, since white balance settings for only certain kinds of light sources are stored, the Auto White Balance function does not operate properly when recording occurs under light that is out of the range of the setting values.

ª Time Code

Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (30 frames per second.) If this data is included in a recording, an address is assigned to each image on the tape. ≥The Time Code is automatically recorded as a part

of the sub-code at each recording.

≥When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette is

inserted, the Time Code automatically starts from zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted, the Time Code picks up from the point where the last scene was recorded. (In this case, when the Cassette is inserted, the zero display [0h00m00s00f] may appear, but the Time Code starts from the previous value.)

≥The Time Code cannot be reset to zero. ≥Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded

from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing may not be possible. To ensure that the Time Code will be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the use of the Camera Search Function (l 28) or the Blank Search Function (l 45) before recording a new scene.

ª Memory Stop Function

The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a desired position

1 Set [DISPLAY SETUP] >> [C.DISPLAY]

>> [MEMORY].

2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the

tape position from which you want to play it back later. (l 15, 24)

3 Start playback or recording. 4 When playback or recording is over:

rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Palmcorder in the VCR Mode.

≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up.

5 Rewind the tape.

≥The tape automatically stops approximately at

the position where the counter was set to zero.

Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing

1 Set [DISPLAY SETUP] >> [C.DISPLAY]

>> [MEMORY].

2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the

position where you want to stop editing.

3 Play back the still pictures where you

want to start audio dubbing.

4 Start audio dubbing. (l 50)

≥Audio dubbing automatically stops at the

position where the counter was set to zero.

Specifications

Digital Palmcorder Information for your safety

Power Source: DC 7.9/7.2 V Power Consumption: Recording

Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use

Tape Used: 6.35 mm digital video tape Recording/Playback Time: SP: 80 min.;

Video Recording System: Digital Component Television System: EIA Standard: 525 lines

Audio Recording System: PCM Digital Recording

Image Sensor: 1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor Lens: Auto Iris, F1.8,

Filter Diameter: 27 mm Zoom: 10:1 Power Zoom Monitor: 2.5-inch LCD Finder: Color Electronic Viewfinder Microphone: Stereo Speaker: 1 round speaker 20 mm Standard Illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum Required Illumination: 12 lx Video Output Level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm S-Video Output Level: Y Output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Audio Output Level: 316 mV, 600 ohm Video Input Level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm S-Video Input Level: Y Input: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Audio Input Level (Line): 316 mV, 10 kohm or more Mic Input: Mic sensitivity -50 dB

USB: Card reader/writer function,

Digital Interface: DV Input/Output Terminal

Dimensions: 2.60 (W)k3.27 (H)k4.33 (D)

Weight: 0.97 lbs. (440 g)

Operating Temperature: 32 oF -104 oF (0 oC Operating Humidity: 10% -80%

5.0 W

Digital Video SD Format)

LP: 120 min. (with DVM80)

60 Fields NTSC color signal

16 bit (48 kHz/2 track), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 track)

Focal Length; 2.3-23 mm, Macro (Full Range AF)

C Output: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohm

C Input: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohm

(0 dB = 1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack)

(No copyright protection support) USB 2.0 compliant (max. 12 Mbps)

(IEEE1394, 4-pin)

inch 66 (W)k83 (H)k110 (D) mm

(without Battery and DV cassette)

-40 oC)

Others

Card Memory Functions

Recording Media: SD Memory Card,

Image Compression: JPEG Video Compression: MPEG4 Sound Compression: G.726

Maximum Number of pictures that can be recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card

FINE: approx. 45 pictures NORMAL: approx. 95 pictures ECONOMY: approx. 190 pictures

≥ When you record in one Memory Card using various

modes (FINE, NORMAL, ECONOMY), the maximum number of images available will not exceed the indications stated above.

≥ The indicated Maximum Number of pictures that can be

recorded is an approximate calculation. The number of recordable still pictures on the SD Memory Card may differ depending on the subject.

AC Adaptor Information for your safety

Power Source: AC 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 19 W

DC Output: DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A

Dimensions: 2.40 (W)k1.26 (H)k3.58 (D)

Weight: 0.231lbs. (105 g)

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

MultiMediaCard

0.5 W (When not in use.)

(Palmcorder Operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery Charging)

inch

32 (H)k91 (D) mm

61 (W)

Palmcorder Accessory System

Accessory#

PV-DAC13

*CGA-DU14

*CGA-DU21

PV-DDC9 PV-DDC9-K

PV-DRC9 PV-DRC9-K

(For USA)

(For Canada)

(For USA)

(For Canada)

RP-SD064BPPA RP-SD032BPPA RP-SD016BPPA

BN-SDCAPE/1B

(For USA)

BN-SDCAPU/1B

(For Canada)

BN-SDABPE/1B

(For USA)

BN-SDABPU/1B

(For Canada)

Figure

Description

AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable

1360mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack

2040mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack

DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin)

IR Remote Control

64 MB SD Memory Card 32 MB SD Memory Card 16 MB SD Memory Card

USB Reader/Writer for SD Memory Card (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

SD PCMCIA Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard)

PV-PD2100

*Please refer to page 18, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.

*NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.

(USA only)

Digital Video Printer

Others

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers)

Please photocopy this form when placing an order.

1. Palmcorder Model #

2. Items Ordered

QuantityAccessory # Price Each Description

Subtotal

Your State & Local Sales Tax

Shipping & Handling

Total Enclosed

3. Method of payment (check one)

Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)

VISA

MasterCard

Discover

Credit Card #

Expiration Date

Customer Signature

Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES

(Please do not send cash)

4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)

Ship To: Mr. Mrs. Ms.

First Last

Street Address

City State Zip

Phone#:

Day

( )

Night ( )

Total Price

6.95

TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF

VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER

CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368

[6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME]

MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE

20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032

In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.

THE FOLLOWING:

Before Requesting Service

If you are experiencing one of the following problems with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for Problems and Solutions.

(Problems and Solutions)

Problems Solutions

The Palmcorder power cannot be turned on. Is the power source connected correctly?

The Palmcorder power turned off automatically.

The Palmcorder power does not stay on long enough.

Something is wrong with the Palmcorder’s operation. The Palmcorder is turned on but no functions operate.

Battery runs down quickly. ≥Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the

The Battery cannot be charged. If the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor,

If you leave the Palmcorder in Recording Pause Mode for more than 5 minutes, the power is turned off automatically to protect the tape and to save the Battery power.

Is the Battery low? Charge the Battery or attach a fully charged Battery.

Press the [RESET] Button on the Palmcorder with a pointed object. If this does not solve the problem, first disconnect the power supply and wait for a minute or so, and then reconnect the power supply to turn the power back on. (If the above operation is performed when the [ACCESS] Lamp of the Card Slot is lit, the data on the Card may be damaged.)

AC Adaptor.

≥Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold

place? In cold places, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter.

≥Has the Battery worn out? If the operating time

is still too short even after the Battery is fully charged, the Battery has worn out.

charging cannot be performed. Disconnect the DC Cable.

Recording does not start although power is supplied to the Palmcorder and the Cassette is correctly inserted.

≥Is the accidental erasure protection tab on the

Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed.

≥Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new

Cassette.

≥Is the Palmcorder power turned on? ≥Is the [CAMERA] Lamp on? If the [CAMERA]

Lamp is not on, no recording function can be operated.

≥Has condensation occurred? Wait until the

[DEW DETECTED] Indication disappears.

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Panasonic PV-GS50D User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Before Using

Standard Accessories

Quick Guide

To View the Playback Picture

Controls and Components

Remote Controller

Power Supply

Charging Time and Available Recording Time

Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Inserting a Cassette

Using the Viewfinder

Using the LCD Monitor

Using the Menu Screen

List of Menus

Setting Date and Time

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

LP Mode

Audio Recording Mode

CAMERA Mode

Recording

Quick Start

Self-timer Recording

PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette

Zoom In/Out Functions

Digital Zoom Function

Cinema Function

Backlight Compensation Function

MagicPix Function

Wind Noise Reduction Function

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

Manual Focus Adjustment

Adjusting White Balance Manually

Digital Effect Functions

VCR Mode

Playing Back

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back

Slow Motion Playback

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback

Playback Zoom Function

Index Search Functions

Playback Digital Effect Functions

Playing Back on Your TV

Audio Dubbing

Special Features

Using a Memory Card

Recording on the Memory Card

Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette

Slide Show

Creating a Title

Inserting a Title

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card

DPOF SETTING

Formatting a Memory Card

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

Using the Software with a Computer

Using USB Driver

Installing USB Driver

Connecting Computer and Palmcorder

Using as a Web Camera

Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE

Using the ArcSoft Software

To disconnect USB cable safely

If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall)

Notes

Others

Indications

Initializing the Modes

Warning/Alarm Indications

Notes & Precautions

Cautions for Use

Explanation of Terms

Specifications

Palmcorder Accessory System