Panasonic PV-GS55 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camcorder

Model No.

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

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

PV-GS55

Mini

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

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

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Things You Should Know

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

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

Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone No.

Model No.

Serial No.

Safety Precautions

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

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

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

mark be used.

This symbol warns the user

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

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.

AC Adaptor

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

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

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS55 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.

WARNING

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

PV-GS55

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Precautions

USE & LOCATION

WARNING

≥

TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD

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.

... Your

CAUTION

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 ...

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

Such

AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

≥

TEMPERATURE ...

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

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PALMCORDER OR

≥

THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

≥

STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ...

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 ...

use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorder body.

TO PROTECT THE LENS ...

≥

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 ...

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

If the unit is suddenly

Store

Do not

Do not touch the

Before handling your

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement

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

LIMITED USE SOFTWARE LICENSE

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.

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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.

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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 227.7202-4, as applicable, the Commercial Computer Software and Commercial Computer Software Documentation are being licensed to U.S. Government end users (A) only as Commercial Items and (B) with only those rights as are granted to all other end users pursuant to the terms and conditions herein.

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Contents

Before Use

Quick Guide................................................... 10

Standard Accessories.................................... 12

Controls and Components............................. 12

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

Power Supply ................................................ 16

Charging Time and Available Recording

Time............................................................ 16

The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt .............. 17

Attaching the Lens Cap ................................. 17

Attaching the Shoulder Strap......................... 17

Inserting a Cassette....................................... 18

Using a Memory Card.................................... 18

Turning on the Palmcorder............................ 19

Selecting Modes ............................................ 19

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor ................ 19

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

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

Setting Date and Time................................... 24

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge................. 24

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

Audio Recording Mode.................................. 24

Recording Mode

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

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

Recording a Still Picture on a Card

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

Recording a Moving Picture on a Card

(MPEG4)..................................................... 27

Quick Start..................................................... 28

Self-timer Recording...................................... 28

Zoom In/Out Functions.................................. 28

Digital Zoom Function.................................... 29

Image Stabilizer Function .............................. 29

Fade In/Out Functions ................................... 30

Backlight Compensation Function ................. 30

MagicPix Functions ....................................... 30

Soft Skin Function ......................................... 31

Wind Noise Reduction Function.................... 31

Cinema Function ........................................... 31

Recording in Special Situations..................... 32

Recording in Natural Colors .......................... 32

Adjusting White Balance Manually ................ 33

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment................ 34

Manual Iris Adjustment .................................. 34

Manual Focus Adjustment ............................. 34

Digital Effect Functions.................................. 35

Playback Mode

Playing Back a Tape ..................................... 37

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back....... 37

Slow Motion Playback ................................... 38

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback............ 38

Index Search Functions................................. 39

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

Playback Digital Effect Functions .................. 40

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

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

Creating a Title.............................................. 42

Adding a Title ................................................ 42

Writing Printing Data on a Card..................... 43

Protecting the Files on a Card ....................... 43

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card ......... 43

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

Enlarging a Movie Picture Size ..................... 44

Playing Back on Your TV .............................. 45

Editing Mode

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

Recording Pictures from a Card onto a

Tape............................................................ 46

Audio Dubbing............................................... 46

Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS)

Cassette...................................................... 47

Recording the Contents of Other

Equipment................................................... 48

Using the DV Cable for Recording ................ 48

With a PC

Using the Software with a Computer............. 49

Using USB Driver .......................................... 49

Using as a Web Camera ............................... 51

Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE .................... 53

Using the G.726 Audio Decoder.................... 54

Using the ArcSoft Software ........................... 55

To disconnect USB cable safely .................... 57

If you no longer need software or driver

(Uninstall).................................................... 58

Notes ............................................................. 58

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Others

Indications ..................................................... 61

Initializing the Modes ..................................... 62

Warning/Alarm Indications............................. 62

Notes and Hints ............................................. 63

Cautions for Use............................................ 69

Before Requesting Service (Problems and

Solutions).................................................... 73

Explanation of Terms..................................... 74

Specifications ................................................ 76

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

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

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

Request for Service Notice (USA Only)......... 80

Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)........ 81

Customer Services Directory......................... 82

Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ............ 83

Index.............................................................. 84

Spanish Quick Use Guide/

Guía española para el uso rápido............... 86

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Quick Guide

Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it.

≥Before use, fully charge the Battery. ≥Since the Battery will not be charged when

the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.

≥The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging

starts.

≥When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off,

charging is completed.

Attach the charged Battery to the Palmcorder.

Before Use

Inserting a Card

Slide the [OPEN] Lever 1 to open the Card Slot Cover While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right Slot Close the Card Slot Cover 2 securely.

OPEN

, insert it into the Card

Recording on a Tape

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

≥The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up.

OFF

POWER

Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.

Inserting a Cassette

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

Insert a Cassette.

OPEN /

EJECT

Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark

Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

PUSH

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

≥Recording starts.

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

Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot)

Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode.

Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

PHOTO SHOT

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Before Use

ª Recording a Moving Picture on a Card

(MPEG4)

Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode.

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button

again to pause the recording.

ª Playing Back a Tape 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON].

≥The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up.

OFF

POWER

2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode.

ª Playing Back a Card

It plays back files recorded on a Card.

1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode

or MPEG4 Playback Mode.

P C

2 Start Playback.

[PICTURE]:

1: Starting the Slide Show 5: Playing back the next picture 6: Playing back the previous picture ∫: Stop the Slide Show ;: Pause the Slide Show

[MPEG4]:

1: Playing back the File 5: Selecting the next file (When you tap this

button during playback, you can search the next file, and when you keep pressing it, cue playback is activated.)

6: Selecting the previous file (When you tap

this button during playback, you can search the beginning of the file, and when you keep pressing it, review playback is activated.)

∫: Stop playing back ;: Pause playing back

3 Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape.

STILL

ENTER

FADE

4 Press the [1] Button to start playback.

STILL

ENTER

FADE

5 Press the [∫] Button to stop playback.

STILL

ENTER

FADE

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Before Use

Standard Accessories

Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Palmcorder.

PV-DAC14D

CGA-DU07

VGQ7697

VFC3506

1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable

CAUTION:

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

2) Battery Pack -16-

3) Remote Controller and Button-Type

Battery

4) Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration

Mic

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5) Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord -17-

6) AV Cable -45-

7) S-Video Cable -45-

8) Shoulder Strap -17-

9) SD Memory Card -18-

10) USB Connection Kit (USB Cable and

CD-ROM)

11) Cleaning Cloth

K2GJ2DZ00017 K2CA2EA00005

3) 4)

CR2025

N2QAGC000018

6)5)

VGQ7304

K2KC4CB00009

9) 10)

-14-

-49-

VFA0425

N2QCBD000030

K2KC4CB00008

11)

VFC3778

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Controls and Components

ª Palmcorder

(7) (8)

(6)

SOFT

MAGIC

PIX

REC

(10)

BACK

(11)

LIGHT

(1)(2) (3) (4) (5)

(12)(13)(14)(15)(16)

(1) LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN4] -19-

LCD Monitor -19-, -72-

(2)

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.

(3)

Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN] -18- Card Slot -18-

(4) (5)

Card Slot Cover -18- MagicPix Button [MAGICPIX] -30-

(6)

Soft Skin Button [SOFT SKIN] -31-

(7)

Tele Macro Button [TELE MACRO] -28-

(8)

Multi Button [MULTI] -35-

(9)

Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] -36-

(10)

Recording Check Button [S] -25- Recording Button [REC] -48- Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] -3 0-

(11)

Pause Button [;] -40-

(12)

Still Button [STILL] -26- Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] -37-, -40-

(13) (14)

Play Button [1] -37-, -40 - Enter Button [ENTER] - 20- Stop Button [∫] -37-, -40-

(15)

Fade Button [FADE] -30- Rewind/Review Button [6] -37-, -40-

(16)

Card Access Lamp -18-

(17) (18)

Menu Button [MENU] -20-

(19) (20) (21) (22)

(23) (24)

TELE

STILL

ENTER

FADE

MACRO

(9)

MULTI/ P-IN-P

SKIN

(25) (26)

(27)

(18)

(17)

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Lens Hood -72-

(19)

Recording Lamp -25-

(20)

Lens

(21)

Before Use

(22) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -29-, -3 1-

Lock Button -17-

(23) (24)

Lock Cover -17- Accessory Shoe

(25) (26) Eyecup (27) Power LCD Button [POWER LCD] -20-

Power LCD Lamp -20-

(28)

(29)

(30)

S-VIDEO

IN/OUT

(32)

(31)

(28) Cassette Holder (29) Cassette Compartment Cover - 18-

Speaker -37-

(30)

USB Jack [ ] -50-

(31) (32)

S-Video Input/Output Jack

REMOTE/MIC

(PLUG IN POWER)

(34) (35) (36)

[S-VIDEO IN/OUT] White Balance Sensor -33-

(33)

AV IN/OUT

PHONES

-45-

(33)

Remote Control Sensor -15- Jack for Magic Wire Remote Control with

(34)

Narration Mic [REMOTE]

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Microphone Jack [MIC]

≥When connecting an external microphone

or audio equipment to this jack, the built-in microphone does not operate.

≥When connecting the Magic Wire Remote

Control with Narration Mic to this jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate.

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≥When connecting the pin plug of the Magic

Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes.

≥A compatible plug-in powered microphone

can be used. Please consult your dealer for more information.

≥The microphone may make noises

depending on the type used. In this case, we recommend using the battery with the Palmcorder to reduce noises instead of the AC adaptor.

(35) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack

[AV IN/OUT]

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Headphone Jack [PHONES]

≥Connecting an AV Cable to this jack

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

≥When connecting the pin plug of the AV

Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes.

≥When using headphones, set [AV JACK] of

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

(36) DV Terminal [DV] -48-

≥Connect this to the digital video equipment.

(37)(38)(39)(40)(41)(42)

(43) (44)

(45) (46)

(47)

(37) Viewfinder -19-, -72-

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

Eyepiece Corrector Knob -19-

(38)

Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -26-, -46-

(39)

Zoom Lever [W/T], [sVOL/JOGr] -28-, -37-

(40)

Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] -18-

(41)

Reset Button [RESET] -63-

(42) (43)

Mode Dial -19- Quick Start Recording Button

(44)

[QUICK START]

-28-

Quick Start Recording Lamp -28- Recording Start/Stop Button -25-, -27-

(45)

Power Switch [OFF/ON] -19-, -25-, -69-

(46) (47)

[POWER] Lamp -19-, -25- , -37-

(48)(49)(50)

(51)

(52) (53)

Mode Selector Switch

(48)

[AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS]

(49)

Shoulder Strap Holders -18-

(50)

Grip Belt (One-touch Free Style Grip Belt)

-17-

(51)

Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] -16-

(52)

Battery Holder

(53) Tripod Receptacle

≥Used for mounting the Palmcorder on an

optional tripod.

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START

QUICK

OFF

POWER

-25-, -32-, -34-

ª Remote Controller

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

(54) (55)

DISPLAY

(56)

MULTI/

(57)

STILL ADV

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B. DI G I TA L

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

Indication Output Button [OSD] -45-

(55)

Display Button [DISPLAY] -62-

(56)

Reset Button [RESET] -75-

(57)

Recording Button [¥REC] -48-

(58) (59)

Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -46- Cursor Buttons for Variable Speed

(60)

Search Function [π, ∫] Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Function [π, ∑, ∏, ∫]

OSD

DISPLAY

MULTI/ P-IN-P

STILL ADV

(61)

INDEX INDEX

(62)

SELECT

(63)

STORE

(64)

OFF/ON

(65)

P.B. DI G I TA L

Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [E, D]

(61)

(E: reverse, D:forward)

(62)

Index Search Buttons [:, 9] (:: reverse, 9:forward) Selection Button [SELECT] -40-

(63)

Store Button [STORE] -40-

(64)

Off/On Button [OFF/ON] -40-

(65)

Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL]

(66)

-28-, -37-, -39-

Variable Speed Search Button

(67)

[VAR. SEARCH] Menu Button [MENU] -20-

(68)

START/

PHOTO

DATE/

STOP

OSD

SHOT

TIME

RESET

ZOOM

TITLE

¥REC

A.DUB

P-IN-P

sVOLr

/REW

FF/

PLAY

615

PAUSE

STILL ADV

;

P.B. ZOOM

STOP

INDEX INDEX

∫

SELECT

VAR.

ENTER

START/

PHOTO

DATE/

STOP

SHOT

TIME

RESET

ZOOM

TITLE

¥REC

A.DUB

sVOLr

/REW

FF/

PLAY

615

PAUSE

STILL ADV

;

P.B. ZOOM

STOP

∫

VAR.

ENTER

-38-

(58)

(59)

(60)

-38-

-40-

(66)

(67) (68)

-38-

-39-

Before Use

(69) (70)

DISPLAY

(71)

(72)

STILL ADV

(73) (74)

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -26-, -46-

(69)

Title Button [TITLE] -42-

(70)

Multi-Picture/Picture-in-Picture Button

(71)

[MULTI/P-IN-P] Rewind/Review Button [6] -37-, -40-

(72) (73)

Pause Button [;] -38-, -40- Stop Button [∫] -37-, -40-

(74)

Recording Start/Stop Button

(75)

[START/STOP] Play Button [1] -37-, -40 -

(76)

Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] -37-, -40-

(77) (78)

Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] -39- Enter Button [ENTER] - 20-

(79)

PHOTO

DATE/

OSD

SHOT

TIME

RESET

TITLE

MULTI/

¥REC

A.DUB

P-IN-P

/REW

FF/

PLAY

615

PAUSE

STILL ADV

;

STOP

INDEX INDEX

∫

SELECT

VAR.

STORE

ENTER

-35-, -41-

-25-, -27-

START/

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

P.B. ZOOM

ª Magic Wire Remote Control with

Narration Mic

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

(85)

(80) (81) (82) (83) (84)

(80) Microphone [MIC] -26-

Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]

(81) (82) Zoom Lever [W/T]

≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stages.

(83) Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (84) Microphone Switch Button [TALK] -26-

≥When the Magic Wire Remote Control with

Narration Mic is connected to [REMOTE] Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the narration microphone is activated and the built-in microphone on the Palmcorder is deactivated.

(85) Clip

-14-

(75)

(76) (77)

(78)

(79)

Before Use

615

≥Insert the plug securely into the [REMOTE]

Jack as far as it will go. A loose connection

will affect normal operation.

The Remote Controller

ª Inserting a Button-type Battery

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

1 While pressing the Lock Button 1, pull out

the Battery Holder.

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

marking facing upwards.

3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote

Controller.

≥When the button-type battery is exhausted,

replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery

is normally expected to last about 1 year.

However, it depends on operation frequency.) ≥Make sure to match the poles correctly when

inserting the battery.

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

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

ª Using the Remote Controller 1 Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote

Control Sensor press an appropriate button.

≥Distance from the Palmcorder: Within

approximately 15 feet (5 meters)

≥Angle: Approximately 15o in the vertical and

≥The above operating ranges are for indoor use.

Outdoors or under strong light, the Palmcorder may not operate properly even within the above ranges.

≥Within a 3 feet (1 meter) range, you can also

use the Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor side of the Palmcorder.

Selecting Remote Controller Modes

When 2 Palmcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Controller Modes. ≥If the Remote Controller Mode of the

Palmcorder and that of the Remote Controller do not match, [REMOTE] Indication is displayed.

Setup on the Palmcorder:

Set [REMOTE] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Controller Mode. (

Setup on the Remote Controller:

[VCR1]: Press the [D] Button and [∫] Button

simultaneously. 1

[VCR2]: Press the [E] Button and [∫] Button

simultaneously. 2

≥When the battery in the Remote Controller is

replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode.

(33) of the Palmcorder and

15˚

(33)

horizontal directions from the central axis

-22-)

STILL ADV

PAUS E

STILL ADV

;

INDEX INDEX

STOP

P.B. ZOOM

∫

-15-

Before Use

Power Supply

ª Using the AC Adaptor

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

and the AC Jack.

≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug does not fit

entirely into the AC Adaptor jack. A gap will remain as shown 1.

≥Before connecting or disconnecting the

power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on

the Palmcorder to [OFF] and make sure that

[POWER] Lamp is not lit.

ª Using the Battery

Before use, fully charge the Battery.

≥We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. ≥We cannot guarantee the quality of this

Palmcorder when batteries from other

companies are used.

1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and

charge it.

≥Since the Battery will not be charged when

the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.

≥The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging

starts.

≥When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off,

charging is completed.

≥When the battery is completely discharged,

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

2 Attach the charged Battery to the

Palmcorder.

Disconnecting the Power Source

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch pressing the [PUSH BATT] Button

(46) to [OFF] and, while

(51), slide the

Battery or DC Cable upward to disconnect it.

(51)

PUSH

BATT

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

(46)

OFF

-63-.

Charging Time and Available Recording Time

CGA-DU07 A 1h30min.

CGA-DU14 A 2h45min.

CGA-DU21 A 3h55min.

A Charging Time B Maximum Continuous Recording Time

≥“1h30min.” indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes. ≥Battery CGA-DU07 is supplied. ≥The times shown in the table are approximate

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

≥The times shown in the table are for continuous

recording at a temperature of 68oF (25oC) and humidity of 60%. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer.

≥The available recording time becomes shorter if

you use both of Viewfinder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when using the 0 Lux MagicPix function or rotating the LCD Monitor frontward to record yourself or setting [EVF ON/AUTO] to [ON].

B 2h15min. (1h50min.)

B 4h30min. (3h40min.)

B 6h45min. (5h30min.)

-16-

Before Use

The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt

ª To Use as a Grip Belt

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

1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size

of your hand.

3 Reattach the Grip Belt.

ª To Use as a Hand Strap

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

4 Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist.

≥When returning the Grip Belt to the Grip Belt

Attachment, press the Lock Cover 2 to ensure that it is securely locked.

Attaching 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 Grip Belt Attachment and the Lens Cap through the Lens Cap Cord.

1 Open the Lock Cover (24) by holding the

tabs on both sides 1, press the Lock

(23) and detach the Grip Belt.

Button

(24)

(23)

2 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

3 Slide A in the direction of the arrow and

reattach the Grip Belt.

≥The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the

Grip Belt. (It is not possible when using as a hand strap.)

≥When you are not recording, be sure to cover

the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

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

-17-

Before Use

1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through

the Shoulder Strap Holder Palmcorder.

(49) on the

(49)

2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap, run it

through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster, and pull it.

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

Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off.

≥Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to

the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way.

Inserting a Cassette

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever (41) toward

the front and pull down to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

(41)

OPEN /

EJECT

2 Insert a Cassette.

recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow direction).

R E C

SAVE

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

-63-.

Using a Memory Card

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

MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only.

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

≥Otherwise, the Palmcorder may not function

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

ª Inserting a Card 1 Slide the [OPEN] Lever (3) to open the Card

Slot Cover

2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut

corner facing right 1, insert it into the Card Slot

(4).

OPEN

(3)

(5).

(5)

3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the

[PUSH] mark 1.

PUSH

4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

ª Accidental Erasure Prevention

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

(4)

3 Close the Card Slot Cover (5) securely.

Removing the Card

Open the Card Slot Cover and press the center of the Card and then pull it straight out. ≥After removing the Card, close the Card Slot

Cover.

≥The Palmcorder may be damaged if the Card is

forced out when the Card is fully inserted.

ª Card Access Lamp (17)

(17)

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

-18-

Before Use

≥While the Card Access Lamp is on, never

attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out

the Card, to turn off the Palmcorder, or to turn

the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the

Card, and recorded data, and cause the

Palmcorder to malfunction.

Turning on the Palmcorder

ª How to Turn on the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (46) to [ON] while

pressing the button 1.

≥The [POWER] Lamp

OFF

(46)

(47)

POWER

(47) lights up.

ª How to Turn off the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (46) to [OFF] while

pressing the button 1.

(46)

OFF

Selecting Modes

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

1 Rotate the Mode Dial (43).

(43)

:Tape Recording Mode

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

:Tape Playback Mode

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

:Card Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording still picture or moving picture on a card.

:Picture Playback Mode

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

:MPEG4 Playback Mode

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

:PC Mode

Use this mode when you want to connect the Palmcorder to your Personal Computer.

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor

ª Using the Viewfinder

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

1 Pull the Viewfinder.

2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector

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

Set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON].

≥The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD

≥When you turn the Palmcorder off, this setting is

ª Using the LCD Monitor

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

1 Using your Thumb on the [OPEN4] Knob

2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to

-19-

(38).

Knob

12:30:45PM

OCT 15 2004

(38)

12:30:45PM OCT 15 2004

Monitor is opened.

cancelled.

(1) and pull the LCD Monitor (2) out in the

direction of the arrow.

≥The Viewfinder is now deactivated. ≥The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum

of 120o. If you open the LCD monitor by 120o, it becomes convenient to operate menus or to play back pictures.

(2)

(1)

the desired recording angle.

≥The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of

180o 1 from the vertical position upwards and a maximum of 90o 2 to the downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Palmcorder.

Before Use

180

290o1

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

LCD/EVF SETUP

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

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

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

;/∫:SELECT &/%:SETUP !/MENU:EXIT

LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS]

Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen.

LCD Color Level [LCD COLOR LEVEL]

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

Brightness of the Viewfinder [EVF BRIGHTNESS]

Adjusts the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder.

To Adjust

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

or color saturation.

To Increase the Brightness of the Entire LCD Monitor

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

≥The [POWER LCD] Lamp ≥When turning the power on while using AC

Adaptor, [POWER LCD] function is

automatically effective.

To Resume Normal Brightness

Press the [POWER LCD] Button again. ≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded

images.

(27) Button.

(27)

POWER

LCD

(27) lights up.

Using the Menu Screen

To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Palmcorder displays various function setups on Menus. ≥When operating the menu with the Viewfinder,

set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or rotate the LCD monitor by 180o.

1 Press the [MENU] Button (18).

STILL

ENTER

FADE

(18)

≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode

selected by using the Mode Dial displayed.

(43)

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

Sub-Menu.

≥Press the [;/∫] Button to display the

highlighted item.

3 Press the [5] Button to display the

selected Sub-Menu.

4 Press the [;/∫] Button to select the item. 5 Press the [5] Button to display the

selected item.

6 Press the [;/∫] Button to select the desired

mode and press [ENTER] Button to determine the setting.

≥While a Menu is displayed, you cannot record or

play back. Menus can be displayed during playback but not during recording. The above operations can be done using the [MENU] Button, [π, ∑, ∏, ∫] Buttons and [ENTER] Button on the Remote Controller. (

To Return the Previous Screen

Press the [6] 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. (The setups of [EFFECT2] ( However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Palmcorder, the selected setup may not be retained.

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

-35-) are not retained.)

(43) is

-14-)

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

-72-.

-20-

Before Use

ª File Selection in the Picture/MPEG4

Playback Mode

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

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

a file.

≥The selected file is marked by a frame.

PICTURE

No.25 100-0012

2 Press the [ENTER] Button (14) to confirm

the selection of the file.

≥After the above File Selection Procedure, carry

out the various Menu Operations. (The above

procedure will not be repeated in the following

instructions.)

List of Menus

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

ª [TAPE RECORDING MENU]

Tape Recording Menu

TAPE RECORDING MENU

CAMERA !

DIGITAL

DIGITAL CARD

CARD RECORDING

RECORDING DISPLAY

DISPLAY LCD/EVF

LCD/EVF INITIAL

INITIAL

;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT

MENU:EXIT

1) [CAMERA]

Camera Setup Sub-Menu

[PROG.AE]

Auto Exposure Mode

[EIS]

Image Stabilizer

[D.ZOOM]

Digital Zoom

-29-

[SELF TIMER]

Self-timer Recording

[USB FUNCTION]

USB Functions Mode ≥If you press [6] Button, the menu changes

back to the previous screen.

2) [DIGITAL]

Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[EFFECT1]

Digital Effects 1

[EFFECT2]

Digital Effects 2

[MULTI MODE]

Multi-Picture Mode

-29-

-35-

-32-

-28-

-49-

-35-

PROG.AE

PROG.AE SIS

EIS D.ZOOM

D.ZOOM SELF TIMER

SELF TIMER USB FUNCTION

USB FUNCTION

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title

-42-

3) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality

-26-

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation

-42-

4) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode

-24-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode

-24-

[SCENE INDEX]

Scene Index Mode

-39-

[WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction

-31-

[ZOOM MIC]

Zoom Microphone

-29-

[CINEMA]

Cinema-like Format Recording

-31-

5) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode

-62-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication

-62-

[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode

-62-

[C.RESET]

Counter Reset

-75-

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

reset the Time Code.

6) [LCD/EVF]

LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment

-20-

[SELF REC]

Recording Yourself

-27-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder

-19-

7) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[BLANK SEARCH]

Blank Search

-26-

[DEMO MODE]

Demonstration Mode ≥If no operation takes place for approximately

10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Palmcorder and the [OFF/ON] Switch is turned to [ON] without inserting a Cassette or a Card, 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].

-21-

Before Use

[AV JACK]

AV Jack

-73-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode

-15-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp

-25-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound

-64-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting

-24-

[INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode

-62-

ª [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

Tape Playback Menu

TAPE PLAYBACK MENU

PLAYBACK !

AV IN/OUT DIGITAL CARD RECORDING DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL

;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT

1) [PLAYBACK]

Playback Functions Sub-Menu

[SEARCH]

Index Search Mode

[12bit AUDIO]

Audio Selector

-46-

[AUDIO OUT]

Audio Output Mode

2) [AV IN/OUT]

Audio-Video Input/Output Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Jack

-46-

[A.DUB INPUT]

Audio Dubbing Input

[DV OUT]

Analog-Digital Conversion Output

3) [DIGITAL]

Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[EFFECT ON]

Digital Effect On/Off

[EFFECT SEL]

Digital Effect Selection

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title

-42-

4) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality

-26-

[MPEG4 MODE]

MPEG4 Picture Quality

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation

-42-

5) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode

-39-

-67-

-46-

-40-

SEARCH 12bit AUDIO AUDIO OUT

-40-

-27-

-24-

-69-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode

-24-

6) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode

-62-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication

-62-

[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode

-62-

[C.RESET]

Counter Reset

-75-

7) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment

-20-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder

-19-

8) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[BLANK SEARCH]

Blank Search

-26-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode

-15-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp

-25-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound

-64-

ª [CARD RECORDING MENU]

Card Recording Menu

CARD RECORDING MENU

CAMERA !

DIGITAL CARD RECORDING DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL

;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT

PROG.AE SHTR EFFECT SELF TIMER

1) [CAMERA]

Camera Setup Sub-Menu

[PROG.AE]

Auto Exposure Mode

-32-

[SHTR EFFECT]

Shutter Effect

-64-

≥You can add a sound such as releasing the

shutter.

[SELF TIMER]

Self-timer Recording

-28-

2) [DIGITAL]

Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title

-42-

3) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality

-26-

[MPEG4 MODE]

MPEG4 Picture Quality

-41-

-22-

Before Use

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation

-42-

[BURST MODE]

RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot

-27-

4) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction

-31-

5) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode

-62-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication

-62-

6) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment

-20-

[SELF REC]

Recording Yourself

-27-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder

-19-

7) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Jack

-46-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode

-15-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp

-25-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound

-64-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting

-24-

[INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode

-62-

ª [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU]

Picture Playback Menu

PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU

DELETE !

EDITING DIGITAL DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL

;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT

1) [DELETE]

Deleting a File Sub-Menu

[FILEBYSEL]

Selecting and Deleting a File

[ALL FILES]

Deleting All Files

[TITLE BY SEL]

Selecting and Deleting a Title

2) [EDITING]

Editing a File Sub-Menu

[FILE LOCK]

Setting the Lock

-43-

-44-

FILE BY SEL ALL FILES TITLE BY SEL

-43-

[DPOF SET]

Setting DPOF

-43-

[CARD FORMAT]

Formatting a Card

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3) [DIGITAL]

Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title

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4) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode

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[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication

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[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode

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[C.RESET]

Counter Reset

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5) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder

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6) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Jack

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[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode

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ª [MPEG4 PLAYBACK MODE]

MPEG4 Playback Menu

MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU

DELETE !

EDITING DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL

;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT

FILE BY SEL ALL FILES

1) [DELETE]

Deleting a File Sub-Menu

[FILEBYSEL]

Selecting and Deleting a File

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[ALL FILES]

Deleting All Files

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2) [EDITING]

Editing a File Sub-Menu

[FILE LOCK]

Setting the Lock

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[CARD FORMAT]

Formatting a Card

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3) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[SCREEN]

Screen Setting

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode

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Before Use

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication

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4) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment

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[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder

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5) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Jack

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[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode

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Setting Date and Time

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

STILL

ENTER

FADE

(18)

1 Set [INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].

CLOCK SET

1YEAR :2004

MONTH :JUL DAY :12 HOUR : 3PM MIN. :17

;/∫:SELECT &/%:SETUP

!/MENU:EXIT

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

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

≥Year will cycle in the order shown below.

2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...

3 Press the [MENU] Button (18) to finish

setting the date and time.

≥The clock operation starts from [00] second.

≥If the built-in battery is weak, the [0] Indication

flashes. In this case, charge the built-in battery. ≥The clock uses the 12-hour system.

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

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

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.

LP Mode

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

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

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

not completely compatible with other equipment.

≥Audio dubbing is not possible with LP Mode.

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Audio Recording Mode

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

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Recording Mode

About Recording

When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode [ ]. When recording still pictures or moving pictures on a card, set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode [ ]. When recording with the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch [AUTO], the Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus and white balance. In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be

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AUTO MANUAL FOCUS

adjusted manually. (

≥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 (

function correctly.

≥When the Recording Pause Mode continues for

more than 5 minutes, the power is turned off

automatically for tape protection and power

conservation. (If the AC Adaptor is used, the

power is turned off only when the tape is

inserted in Tape Recording Mode.) When the

tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if

the Recording Pause Mode continues for more

than 5 minutes the power is turned off

automatically. To resume recording from this

condition, turn off, then turn on the power again.

ª Recording Lamp

The Recording Lamp (20) lights up during recording and alerts those being recorded that recording is in progress.

(20)

(48) set to

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Recording on a Tape

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (46) to [ON].

≥The [POWER] Lamp

(46)

(47)

2 Set the Mode Dial (43) to Tape Recording

Mode.

(43)

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (45).

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

[REC].

(45)

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (45)

again to pause the recording.

≥The [PAUSE] Indication is displayed.

Recording “Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode”

≥Even if the Mode Dial is set to Tape Recording

Mode and the recording to a tape is in progress, you can also record a still picture on a card by pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

ª To Check the Recording

By pressing the [S] Button (10) briefly in the Recording Pause Mode, you can play back the last few seconds of the recorded scene.

OFF

POWER

(47) lights up.

PAUSE

REC

RECORD

PAUSE

≥The Recording Lamp does not light up if the

[REC LAMP] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu is set

to [OFF].

(10)

REC

≥The [CHK] Indication is displayed. After

checking, the Palmcorder resumes the Recording Pause Mode.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

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Recording Mode

ª Finding the End of Recording

(Blank Search Function)

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

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or

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

STILL

ENTER

FADE

(18)

≥The [BLANK] Indication appears during the

Blank Search.

≥Approximately 1 second before the last

recorded scene, the Palmcorder switches to the Recording Pause Mode or the Still Playback Mode.

≥If there is no blank left on the Cassette, the

Palmcorder stops at the end of the tape.

To Cancel Blank Search Before Completion

Press the [∫] Button.

ª To Add a Sound while Recording

With the supplied Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic connected to the [REMOTE]

(34), you can add a narration while

Jack recording is in progress. While the [TALK] Button

(84) is pressed, the [ ]

Indication is displayed and the sound is recorded from [MIC]

(80).

(80)

REC

(84)

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

microphone does not operate.

ª Digital Still Picture

When the [STILL] Button (12) is pressed, images become still pictures. When the button is pressed again, the Digital Still Picture Mode is cancelled.

(12)

STILL

ENTER

FADE

≥We recommend that you press the [STILL]

Button first at the position where you wish to

record the still picture so as to enter the Digital

Still Picture Mode and then press the

[PHOTO SHOT] Button.

ª Progressive Photoshot

When the [æ] Indication is displayed, Progressive Photoshot Function works. You can record still pictures with higher quality by using this function. ≥The Progressive Photoshot Function may not

be activated depending on the function you use.

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≥To record still pictures with higher quality, we

recommend setting to the Card Recording Mode. (To activate the progressive function regardless of the function you use)

≥When you record onto the tape and the card

simultaneously, the progressive function is not activated.

Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot)

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

1 Set the Mode Dial (43) to Card Recording

Mode.

PHOTO SHOT

PICTURE

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(39)

STILL

ENTER

FADE

approximately 45 pictures

approximately 95 pictures

approximately 190 pictures

(43)

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (39).

≥The [ ] Indication lights up in red.

Selecting the quality of Photoshot images

1 Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]

>> [PICT QUALITY] >> a desired image quality.

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

[FINE] (high image quality):

[NORMAL] (normal image quality):

[ECONOMY] (low image quality):

≥These figures vary depending on the subject

being photographed.

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Recording Mode

ª RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot

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

1 Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]

>> [BURST MODE] >> [ON].

STILL

ENTER

FADE

(18)

≥The [ ] Indication appears.

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (39).

PHOTO SHOT

(39)

≥When [ON] is selected, the still pictures can

be recorded in approximately 0.5 second intervals until the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is released or 10 pictures are recorded.

Recording a Moving Picture on a Card (MPEG4)

You can record moving pictures on a Card. The recorded data can also be played back on Windows Media Player (ver.6.4 and later). ≥When the Mode Dial

Recording Mode, you cannot record to the

Tape.

1 Set the Mode Dial (43) to Card Recording

Mode.

(43)

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (45).

(43) is set to Card

≥The maximum continuous recording times are

approximately 120 minutes. The Palmcorder will automatically stop recording when the relevant time listed above has elapsed.

≥When Remaining Time Indication becomes

[R:0h00m], this Indication flashes in red. Recording will not start.

≥The picture size of the moving picture (MPEG4):

[SUPERFINE]: 320k240 [FINE]: 320k240 [NORMAL]: 176k144 [ECONOMY]: 176k144

≥When attaching to e-mail, we recommend the

file size to be less than 1MB. [SUPERFINE]: approximately 8 seconds [FINE]: approximately 15 seconds [NORMAL]: approximately 20 seconds [ECONOMY]: approximately 1 minute

Selecting the Quality of MPEG4 Recording images

1 Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]

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

STILL

ENTER

FADE

(18)

Maximum recording time on the supplied Card (8MB)

[SUPERFINE]: approximately 1 minute [FINE]: approximately 2 minutes [NORMAL]: approximately 3 minutes [ECONOMY]: approximately 8 minutes

≥These figures vary depending on the scene.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

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ª Recording Yourself

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

(45)

≥It takes 1 to 2 seconds to start recording. ≥During recording the [ ] Indication is lit in

MPEG

red.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (45)

again to pause the recording.

≥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.

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