Operating Instructions
Digital Video Camcorder
Model No. PV-GS65
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
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For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your Ò Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long Play (LP) mode
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorder with the Ò mark be used.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
AC Adaptor
≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
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FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: |
Panasonic |
Model No.: |
PV-GS65 |
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
≥Since this product gets hot during use, operate it in a well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
WARNING
AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1)Read these instructions.
2)Keep these instructions.
3)Heed all warnings.
4)Follow all instructions.
5)Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)Clean only with dry cloth.
7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it will be left unused for long periods of time.
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Precautions
USE & LOCATION
WARNING
≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.
CAUTION
≥DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE
SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS ≥DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH
THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF
≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder.
≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.
≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR
THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.
≥STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Store and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Camcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
≥TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder body.
≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Camcorder lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Before handling your Camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.
U.S.A./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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Contents
Before using |
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Quick Guide ..................................................... |
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Accessories ................................................... |
10 |
Parts identification and handling.................... |
10 |
Fitting the lens cap......................................... |
12 |
The one-touch free-style grip belt .................. |
12 |
Using the LCD monitor .................................. |
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Using the viewfinder ...................................... |
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Power supply ................................................. |
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Charging time and recordable time................ |
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Inserting/removing a cassette........................ |
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Inserting/removing a card .............................. |
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Turning the Camcorder on............................. |
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Selecting a mode ........................................... |
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How to use the joystick .................................. |
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Switching the language.................................. |
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Using the menu screen.................................. |
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Setting date and time..................................... |
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Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder.................. |
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Using the remote control................................ |
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Record mode |
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Check before recording ................................. |
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Recording on a tape ...................................... |
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Recording still pictures on a card while |
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recording image onto a tape ....................... |
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Check the recording ...................................... |
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Blank search function .................................... |
26 |
Recording still pictures onto a card |
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(Photoshot) ................................................. |
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Zoom in/out function...................................... |
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Recording yourself ........................................ |
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Quick start ..................................................... |
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Backlight compensation function................... |
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MagicPix functions ........................................ |
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Soft skin mode............................................... |
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Tele-macro function....................................... |
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Fade in/fade out function............................... |
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Wind noise reduction function ....................... |
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Self-timer recording ....................................... |
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Recording images for wide-screen TVs ........ |
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Image stabilizer function................................ |
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RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot................. |
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Recording in various situations |
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(Scene mode) ............................................. |
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Recording in natural colors |
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(White balance)........................................... |
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Manual focus adjustment .............................. |
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Manual shutter speed/aperture |
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adjustment .................................................. |
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Playback mode |
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Playing back tape .......................................... |
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Slow-motion playback/ |
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frame-by-frame playback ............................ |
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Variable-speed search function ..................... |
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Playback on TV.............................................. |
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Playing back card .......................................... |
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Deleting files recorded on a card ................... |
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Formatting a card........................................... |
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Protecting files on a card ............................... |
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Writing the printing data on a card |
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(DPOF setting) ............................................ |
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Edit mode |
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Recording from a tape onto a card ................ |
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Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR |
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(Dubbing) .................................................... |
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Using the DV cable for Recording |
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(Digital Dubbing) ........................................ |
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Audio dubbing................................................ |
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Printing pictures by directly connecting to the |
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printer (PictBridge) ...................................... |
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Connecting Computer and Camcorder .......... |
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Installing the USB Driver................................ |
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To disconnect USB Cable safely ................... |
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Menu |
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Menu list ........................................................ |
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Menus related to taking pictures ................... |
51 |
Menus related to playback ............................ |
51 |
Other menus.................................................. |
52 |
Others |
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Indications ..................................................... |
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Warning/alarm indications ............................. |
54 |
Functions cannot be used simultaneously .... |
55 |
Before requesting repair |
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(Problems and solutions) ............................ |
56 |
Cautions for Use............................................ |
59 |
Explanation of terms...................................... |
63 |
Specifications ................................................ |
65 |
Camcorder Accessory System ...................... |
67 |
Camcorder Accessory Order Form |
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(For USA Customers) ................................. |
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Request for Service Notice (USA Only) ........ |
69 |
Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)........ |
70 |
Customer Services Directory......................... |
71 |
Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ............ |
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Index.............................................................. |
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Spanish Quick Use Guide/ |
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Guía española para el uso rápido............... |
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Before using
Quick Guide
ª Charging the battery
1Connect the AC main lead to the AC adaptor and the AC main socket.
2Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.
ª Fitting the battery
Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.
ª Inserting/removing a cassette
1Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover.
OPEN/
EJECT
2After the cassette holder is opened, insert/ remove the cassette.
3Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder.
1
PUSH
4Only after the cassette holder is completely housed, close the cassette cover.
ª Inserting/removing a card
1Open the LCD monitor and then open the card slot cover.
2Insert/remove the card into/from the card slot.
1
≥When inserting a card, face the label side 1 towards you and push it straight in with one stroke as far as it goes.
≥When removing the card, open the card slot cover and press the center of the card and then pull it straight out.
3 Securely close the card slot cover.
ª How to turn on the power
1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ ON] switch to [ON].
1
OFF
ON
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ª How to turn off the power
1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ ON] switch to [OFF].
1
OFF
ON
ª Recording on a tape
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
PC
1Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.
2Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
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ª Recording still pictures onto a card
(Photoshot)
≥Set to Card Recording Mode.
PC
1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
PHOTO
SHOT
ª Playing back tape
≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.
PC
1 Operate with joystick.
1/;: Playback/Pause
6: Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.)
5: Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.)
∫: Stop
ª Playing back card
≥Set to Picture Playback Mode.
PC
1 Operate with joystick.
E: Plays back the previous picture. D: Plays back the next picture.
1/∫: Slide show (Plays back the still pictures on the card in order) start/stop
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Before using
Before using
Accessories
The following are the accessories supplied with this product.
1)
PV-DAC14D K2GJ2DZ00017 K2CA2CA00025
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3) |
4) |
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CR2025 |
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CGR-DU06 |
N2QAEC000012 |
VYF3031 |
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6) |
7) |
K2KC4CB00018 VFC3506-1A K2KZ4CB00006
1) AC adaptor, DC cable, AC cable -14-
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 -14-
3)Remote control, button-type battery -22-
4)Lens cap -12-
5)AV cable -42-
6)Shoulder strap -12-
7)USB cable -45-
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Parts identification and handling
ª Camcorder
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(7) |
(1)Recording lamp -51-
(2)Microphone (built-in, stereo) -28-, -31-
(3)Grip belt
(One-touch free style grip belt) -12-
(4)Lens
(5)White balance sensor -35- Remote control sensor -23-
(6)Lock button -12-
(7)Lock cover -12-
(11)
(8) 
AV/
MIC
(9) 
(10) 
(8) Audio-video output terminal [AV] -42-
≥Use the supplied AV cable or headphones only, otherwise audio may not be played back normally.
Headphone terminal [Ë]
(9) Microphone terminal [MIC]
≥A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone.
≥When the Camcorder is connected with AC Adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on microphone type. In that case, please switch to battery for power supply and noise will stop.
(10)USB terminal [ 
] -45-
(11)Speaker -37-
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(12) |
(17) |
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(18) |
(13) |
(19) |
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(20) |
(14) |
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S-VIDEO |
(12) Viewfinder -13-, -63-
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.
(13)Battery holder
(14)Battery eject button [PUSH BATT] -14-
(15)Power switch [OFF/ON] -17-
(16)Power lamp -17-
(17)Quick start recording button [QUICK START] -29-
Quick start recording lamp -29-
(18)Menu button [MENU] -19-
(19)Joystick -18-
(20)Mode dial -17-
(21)Recording start/stop button -25-
(22)S-Video output terminal [S-VIDEO] -39-
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(26)
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(23) LCD monitor -13-, -63- |
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Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
(24)LCD monitor open knob [OPEN4] -13-
(25)Reset button [RESET] -54-
(26)Power LCD button [POWER LCD] -21- Power LCD lamp -21-
(27)Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] -24-, -33-, -36-
(28)Card access lamp -17-
(29)DV terminal [DV] -43-
(30)Card slot cover -16-
(31)Card slot -16-
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(34)
(35) (32) 
(36)
(37)
(32)Cassette holder -15-
(33)Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -15-
(34)Cassette cover -15-
(35)Zoom lever [W/T] -27-
Volume lever [s
/VOLr] -37-
(36)Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -26-
(37)Accessory shoe
≥Accessories, such as a stereo microphone, are attached here.
(38)
(38)Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the Camcorder.)
≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.
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Before using
(39)
(39) Shoulder strap fixture
1
3
2
≥Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3 by at least 1 inch (2 cm).
≥Fit the other end of the belt similarly.
1
2
(40)
(40) Lens hood
In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counter-clockwise 1. In order to fit it, put into slot 2, and then rotate it clockwise.
Fitting the lens cap
Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens.
1Remove the grip belt. Run the end of the lens cap cord through the hole in the grip belt attachment and run the lens cap through the lens cap cord.
≥The lens cap removed can be attached to the lens cap fixture. (It cannot be hung if the grip belt is used as a hand strap.)
≥To fit or remove the lens cap, hold both sides of the lens cap with the tips of your finger and thumb.
The one-touch free-style grip belt
ª To use as a hand strap
If you use the grip belt as a hand strap, then you can carry or handle this Camcorder more easily.
1Open the lock cover 1 by pinching the projections 2 on both sides. Press the lock button 3 to remove the grip belt.
2
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≥When removing the grip belt, tightly hold the Camcorder with both hands.
≥After removing the grip belt, restore the lock cover to the original position.
2 Adjust the belt length.
1 2
1 3
1 Flip the belt.
2 Slide 1 in the direction indicated by the arrow. 3 Fix the belt.
3 Put your hand through the strap.
≥Hold the Camcorder not to cover the microphones or the sensors with your hands.
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Before using
ª To restore the strap to the grip belt
≥When returning the grip belt to the grip belt attachment, press the lock cover 1 and check if the grip belt is securely locked.
1
ª To use as a grip belt
Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.
1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.
2
1 3
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Fix the belt.
Using the LCD monitor
You can record the image while viewing it on the LCD monitor.
1Put a finger on the [OPEN4] knob and pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow.
≥The viewfinder is now deactivated. ≥It can open up to 90o.
2Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to your preference.
≥The brightness and color level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu.
≥If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the Camcorder may be damaged or fail.
≥Check that the card slot cover is closed. ≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o
towards the lens (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder will be simultaneously activated.
Using the viewfinder
ª Extending the viewfinder
1Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by pulling the extension knob.
ª Adjusting the field of view
1Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.
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12:30:45PM |
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≥You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder from the menu.
1 180o |
2 90o |
≥It can rotate up to 180o 1 towards the lens or 90o 2 towards the viewfinder.
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Before using
Power supply
ª Charging the battery
When this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this product.
≥Battery charging time (-15-)
≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries.
≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
≥If the DC input lead is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge.
Remove the DC input lead from the AC adaptor.
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC jack.
2Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.
ª Charging lamp
Lights up: Charging
Goes off: Charging completed Flashing: The battery is over discharged
(discharged excessively). In a while, the lamp will light up and normal charging will start.
When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp flashes and the charging time will be longer than normal.
ª Connecting to the AC outlet
1 |
1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC jack.
2Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.
3Connect the DC cable to this product.
≥The output plug of the AC cable is not completely connected to the AC adaptor jack. As shown in 1, there is a gap.
≥Do not use the power cord for other equipment since the power cord is exclusively designed for this Camcorder. Do not use the power cord from other equipment for this Camcorder.
ª Fitting the battery
Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.
ª Removing the battery
While pushing the [PUSH BATT] button, slide the battery (or the DC input lead) to remove it.
PUSH
BATT
≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.
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Before using
Charging time and recordable time
The times shown in the table below show the times at a temperature of 68oF (25oC) and a humidity of 60%. This is just a guide. If the temperature is higher or lower than the specified value, the charging time will become longer.
Supplied |
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1 h. 40 min. |
battery/ |
B |
1 h. 25 min. |
CGR-DU06 |
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(1 h. 20 min.) |
(7.2 V/ |
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640 mAh) |
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CGA-DU12 |
A |
2 h. 25 min. |
(7.2 V/ |
B |
2 h. 40 min. |
1150 mAh) |
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(2 h. 25 min.) |
CGA-DU21 |
A |
3 h. 55 min. |
(7.2 V/ |
B |
4 h. 30 min. |
2040 mAh) |
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(4 h. 15 min.) |
A Charging time
B Maximum continuously recordable time “1h. 10 min.” indicates 1 hour 10 minutes. ≥The battery CGR-DU06 is supplied.
≥The times shown in the table are rough estimates. The times indicate the recordable time when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses indicate the recordable time when the LCD monitor is used.
≥We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU12 and CGA-DU21 for long recording time (2 hour or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording).
≥The recordable time will become shorter in the following cases:
≥When you use both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, 0 Lux MagicPix function, etc.
≥When you use this Camcorder with the LCD monitor lit up by pressing the [POWER LCD] button.
≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. The Camcorder being used will also heat up. This is normal.
≥Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the display will change: r # s # t # u # v. If the battery discharges, then u (v) will flash.
Inserting/removing a cassette
1Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover.
OPEN/
EJECT
≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassette holder will come out.
2After the cassette holder is opened, insert/ remove the cassette.
≥When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown in the figure, and then securely insert it as far as it goes.
≥When removing, pull it straight out.
3Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder.
1
PUSH
4Only after the cassette holder is completely housed, close the cassette cover.
≥After using, make sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it, and put it in a case. Store
the case in an upright position. (-62-)
≥When condensation is formed on the lens or the main unit of the Camcorder, even if no condensation alarm is indicated, condensation may have formed on the heads or the cassette tape. Do not open the cassette cover. (-59-)
ª When the cassette holder does not come out
≥Close the cassette cover completely, and then open it again completely.
≥Check if the battery has run down.
ª When the cassette holder cannot be housed
≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again.
≥Check if the battery has run down.
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ª Inserting/removing the cassette
≥When the cassette holder is in motion, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark.
≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette, use the blank search function to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you overwrite-record on a previously recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you want to continue recording.
≥Close the cassette cover tightly.
≥When closing the cassette cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.
ª Accidental erasure prevention
If the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 of a cassette is opened (slide in the direction of the [SAVE] arrow), the cassette cannot be recorded. When recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider of the cassette (slide in the direction of the [REC] arrow).
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Inserting/removing a card
Before inserting/removing a card, be sure to turn the power [OFF].
≥If the card is inserted or removed with the power turned on, this Camcorder may malfunction or
the data recorded on the card may be lost.
1Open the LCD monitor and then open the card slot cover.
2Insert/remove the card into/from the card slot.
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≥When removing the card, open the card slot cover and press the center of the card and then pull it straight out.
3 Securely close the card slot cover.
ª Concerning the card
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
≥Do not format the card with another Camcorder or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable.
≥Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of the Camcorder or the card may damage or erase the data stored on the card. We recommend saving important data on a personal computer by using a USB cable, PC card adaptor, or USB reader/writer.
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ª Card access lamp
≥When the Camcorder accesses the card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up.
≥If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the card or the recorded data may be damaged or the Camcorder may malfunction.
≥Opening the card slot cover and inserting or removing the card
≥Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode dial
ª SD Memory Card
≥The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of capacity to protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a Camcorder, personal computer or other equipment.
ª Concerning the write protection switch on the SD Memory Card
≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to [LOCK], you cannot write to the card, erase the data on it, or format it. If it is moved back, you can perform those functions.
Turning the Camcorder on
When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.
ª How to turn on the power
1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ ON] switch to [ON].
≥The power lamp lights up.
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ª How to turn off the power
1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ ON] switch to [OFF].
≥The power lamp goes off.
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Selecting a mode
Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.
1 Rotate the mode dial.
≥Set your desired mode to 1.
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Use this when you want to record the image on a tape. (Also, you can simultaneously record still pictures on a card while recording images on a tape.)
: Tape playback mode
Use this to play back a tape.
: Card recording mode
Use this to record still pictures on a card.
: Picture playback mode
Use this to play back the still pictures recorded on a card.
PC : PC mode
You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer.
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How to use the joystick
ª Basic joystick operations
Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display
Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or file, and then push in the center to set it.
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5Push the center to select the item.
ªJoystick and screen display
Push the center of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each push switches the display as follows depending on the mode.
(In the Tape playback mode or the Picture playback mode, the icons will be automatically displayed on the screen.)
1)Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])
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5)Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])
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You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.
1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> [English].
Using the menu screen
For each individual menu, please refer to -49-.
1 Press the [MENU] button.
MENU
≥The menu corresponding to the mode selected by the mode dial is displayed.
≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed.
2Move the joystick up or down in order to select the top menu.
3Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.
4Move the joystick up or down in order to select the sub-menu.
5Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.
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6Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be set.
7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.
ªTo exit the menu screen
Press the [MENU] button.
ªTo get back to the previous screen
Move the joystick left.
ªAbout the menu setting
≥The menu screen does not appear during recording. And you cannot record when the menu screen appears.
ª Operating with remote control
The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used.
1 Press the [MENU] button.
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≥Use the direction buttons (π, ∑, ∏, ∫) and [ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the main unit.
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Setting date and time
If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode or Card
Recording Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].
2Move the joystick left or right in order to select the item to be set. Then move the joystick up or down to set the desired value.
≥The year will change as follows: 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...
≥The 12-hour clock is used.
3Press the joystick to determine the setting.
≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
ª About date/time
≥The date and time function are driven by a built-in lithium battery.
≥Make sure to check the time before recording because the built-in clock is not very accurate.
ª Recharging the built-in lithium battery
≥If [0] or [--] is indicated when the Camcorder is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has run down. Connect the AC adaptor to the Camcorder or place the battery on the Camcorder, and the built-in lithium battery will be recharged. Leave the Camcorder as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF], the battery is still being recharged.)
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Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder
ª Adjusting the brightness and color level
1Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >> [YES].
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be adjusted.
[LCD SET]
: Brightness of the LCD monitor
: Color level of the LCD monitor [EVF SET]
EVF : Brightness of the viewfinder
3Move the joystick left or right to move the bar indication representing the brightness.
4Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to complete the settings.
≥In order to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor, and the
viewfinder will be activated.
≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.
≥These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.
ª In order to increase the brightness of the entire LCD monitor
1 Press the [POWER LCD] button.
POWER LCD
≥The [POWER LCD] lamp lights up.
≥If the [POWER LCD] button is pressed, the entire LCD monitor will become approx. twice as bright as the normal.
≥Press this button again, and the lamp will go off and the brightness will revert back to the original brightness.
≥This will not affect the images to be recorded.
≥If you turn on the Camcorder when the AC adaptor is used, the [POWER LCD] function will automatically be activated.
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Using the remote control
ª Remote control
Using the remote control supplied will enable control of almost all functions of this Camcorder.
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(1)Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -49-
(2)On-screen display button [OSD] -39-
(3)Record button [¥REC] -43-
(4)Audio dubbing button [A.DUB] -44-
(5)Direction buttons [π, ∑, ∏, ∫] -20-
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(6)Slow/frame-by-frame forward button [E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward) -37-
(7)Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL] ¢
(8)Search button [VAR. SEARCH] -38-
(9)Menu button [MENU] -20-
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(10)Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] ¢
(11)Rewind/review button [6]
(12)Pause button [;]
(13)Stop button [∫]
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(15)Playback button [1]
(16)Fast forward/cue button [5]
(17)Enter button [ENTER] -20-
¢ means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the Camcorder.
ª Install a button-type battery
Install the button-type battery supplied in the remote control before using it.
1While pressing the stopper 1, pull out the battery holder.
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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 ButtonType battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor.
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
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ª Remote control usable range
≥The distance between the remote control and the Camcorder: Within approx. 15 feet (5 m) Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right
ª Selecting the remote control mode
If 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of Camcorder and remote control to [VCR1] and that of the other pair to [VCR2]. This will prevent interference between the 2 pairs. (The default setting is [VCR1]. When the button-type battery is replaced, the setting will revert to the default [VCR1].)
1Setting on the Camcorder:
Set [SETUP] >> [REMOTE] >> [VCR1] or [VCR2].
2Setting on the remote control:
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Press [E] and [∫] simultaneously. 2
ª Concerning the button-type battery
≥When the button-type battery runs down, replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery is normally expected to last about 1 year, but it depends on operation frequency.
≥Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of children.
≥If the remote control mode of the Camcorder and that of the remote control do not match with each other, “REMOTE” will appear. When the remote control is operated for the first time after the Camcorder is turned on, “CHECK REMOTE MODE” (-54-) will appear and operation is
impossible. Set the same remote control mode. ≥The remote control is intended for indoor
operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the Camcorder may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.
≥Within a 3 feet (1 m) range, you can operate the remote control using the remote control sensor on the LCD monitor side of the Camcorder.
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Record mode
Check before recording
Check the following by a trial recording before important events such as weddings in order to verify that the image recording and audio recording work properly and that you know how to use the Camcorder.
ª Basic Camcorder holding
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2)Run your hand through the grip belt.
3)Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands.
4)Keep your arms near your body.
5)Slightly open your legs.
≥When you are in the open air, record pictures with the sunlight as far in the background as possible. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
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≥Remove the lens cap. (-12-)
(When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.)
≥Grip belt adjustment (-12-) ≥Power supply (-14-)
≥Insert a cassette/card. (-15-, -16-) ≥Setting date/time (-20-)
≥Adjustment of LCD monitor/viewfinder (-21-) ≥Getting the remote control ready (-22-) ≥Setting SP/LP mode (-24-)
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ª About auto mode
≥Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO], and color balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically.
≥Auto white balance: -64- ≥Auto focusing: -64-
≥Color balance and focus may not be adjusted depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust the white balance and focus.
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≥Scene mode setting (-33-) ≥White balance setting (-34-) ≥Shutter speed setting (-36-) ≥Iris/gain value setting (-36-) ≥Focus setting (-35-)
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You can switch the tape recording mode.
≥Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.
1Set [BASIC] or [ADVANCE] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] or [LP].
If the LP mode is selected, the recording time will be 1.5 times the SP mode, but some functions will be disabled.
≥We recommend using the SP mode for important recording.
≥In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode.
≥It is not possible to dub audio onto images recorded in the LP mode. (-44-)
≥In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions may be disabled.
≥Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment without the LP mode
≥Playback of the image on other digital video equipment recorded in the LP mode
≥Slow/frame-by-frame playback
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Recording on a tape
≥Remove the lens cap. (-12-)
(When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.)
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
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1Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.
2Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.
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≥For details on the recording time on a tape, refer to -15-.
≥Carry out a recording check (-26-) to verify that the image is recorded properly.
≥In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out the blank search (-26-).
ªOn-screen display in the tape recording mode
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1)Recording time elapsed
2)Remaining tape indication
3)Still picture size
4)Number of recordable still pictures (When no picture can be recorded, this indication will flash in red.)
5)Quality of still pictures
ª Concerning the remaining tape time indication on the screen
≥The remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)
≥During a 15-second or shorter recording, the remaining tape time indication may not be displayed or the remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly.
≥In some cases, the remaining tape time indication may display remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.
ª [POWER SAVE]
[OFF]: When 5 minutes passes without any operation, the standby mode will be automatically set. In the standby mode, [;] blinks and it takes more time than usual to start recording after you press the recording start/stop button.
[5 MINUTES]: When 5 minutes passes without any operation, the Camcorder automatically turns off to protect the tape or to prevent the battery from running down. When you want to use the Camcorder, turn it on again.
≥The Camcorder cannot be automatically turned off when you connect the USB connection cable or the DV cable with the Camcorder or when the Camcorder is in the PC mode.
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Record mode
Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tape
You can record still pictures while recording image onto a tape.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully while recording image onto a tape.
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≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -66-.
≥When recording pictures onto a card, the recording start/stop button is disabled.
≥You can select a picture quality for still pictures to be recorded. (-27-)
≥In tape recording mode, the size of pictures that can be recorded is [640].
≥In order to record higher quality still pictures, you must use the card recording mode.
Check the recording
The last image recorded is played back for 2 to 3 seconds. After checking, the Camcorder will be set to a recording pause.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1Press the joystick during the recording pause until the icon 1 appears.
2Move the joystick down to select the recording check icon [
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Searches for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape).
≥Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.
1Set [BASIC] or [ADVANCE] >> [BLANK SEARCH] >> [YES].
ª Stopping a blank search midway through
Move the joystick down.
≥If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the Camcorder will stop at the end of the tape.
≥The Camcorder stops at a point approx. 1 second before the end of the last image
recorded. When you start recording at that point, the image can be recorded seamlessly from the last image.
Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot)
≥Set to Card Recording Mode.
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1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
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ª To record still pictures clearly
≥When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4k to 10k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding the Camcorder by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording.
≥When recording still pictures, hold the Camcorder firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the Camcorder.
≥You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod and the remote control.
≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -66-.
≥The sound cannot be recorded.
≥While data is being recorded on a card, do not operate the mode dial.
≥When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or remove a card.
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≥Another product may degrade or not play back data recorded on this Camcorder.
≥If set [PICT. QUALITY] >> [ 
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≥When the [PICTURE SIZE] is set to other than [640], the mega pixel recording mode is set.
≥When the picture size setting is other than [640], the scene around the subject can be recorded wider than that in [640].
ªOn-screen display in the card recording mode
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2)Number of recordable still pictures
(When no pictures can be recorded, the red light will flash.)
3)Quality of still pictures
ª Progressive Photoshot
You can record still pictures with higher picture quality and frames. (You cannot switch the progressive function off/on.)
≥In the tape recording mode, the progressive function may be disabled depending on the other functions used. (-55-)
ª Select the size of still pictures to be recorded on a card
1Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select the desired picture size.
[1280]: 1280k960 [640]: 640k480
ª Select the picture quality for photoshot images
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICT. QUALITY] >> select a
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ª Recording with a shutter operation effect
You can add a shutter operation simulating sound.
1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON].
Zoom in/out function
You can zoom in up to 10k optically.
≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1Wide-angle recording (zoom out): Push the [W/T] lever towards [W]. Close-up recording (zoom in):
Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].
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≥When zooming in and taking a picture while holding the Camcorder by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function.
≥When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 3.9 feet (1.2 m) or further from the Camcorder.
≥When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily.
≥When the zoom magnification is 1k, the Camcorder can focus on a subject approx. 1.6 inches (4 cm) distant from the lens.
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Record mode
ª Digital zoom function
If the zoom magnification exceeds 10 times, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The digital zoom function allows you to select a magnification from 25k to 700k.
1Set [ADVANCE] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [25k] or [700k].
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[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 10k) [25k]: Up to 25k
[700k]: Up to 700k
≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.
≥When the Card Recording mode is used, the digital zoom function cannot be used.
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Interlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will clearly capture sounds far away with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the wide-angle shot.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON].
ZOOM
ª About the variable speed zoom function
≥When pushing the [W/T] lever as far as it will go, you can zoom from 1k to 10k in 2.1 second at the maximum.
≥The zoom speed varies according to the amount of movement of the [W/T] lever.
≥The variable speed zoom function cannot be used with the remote control.
Recording yourself
You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the Camcorder while showing them the image. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (The image to be recorded is the same as that recording.)
1Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.
≥When the LCD monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be automatically turned off. If the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side though, then the viewfinder will be activated.
≥When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you push the center of the joystick.
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Quick start
This Camcorder will be put into standby in approx. 1.7 seconds after the power is turned on. ≥This is only activated in the following cases.
≥A tape or a card is inserted, while the Tape Recording Mode is set.
≥A card is inserted, while the Card Recording Mode is set.
1 Press the [QUICK START] button.
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START
≥The quick start recording lamp lights up. (Press the button again to cancel it.)
2 Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].
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ON
≥The quick start is now ready.
3Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [ON].
≥This Camcorder will be put into a recording pause in approx. 1.7 seconds after it is turned on.
ª To cancel the quick start when the power is [OFF]
Press and hold the [QUICK START] button for approx. 2 seconds. The lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be completely turned off.
≥If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes, then the lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be completely turned off.
≥When you rotate the mode dial or remove the battery, the quick start recording lamp is turned off and the quick start mode is canceled. If the Camcorder is turned on and the Tape/Card Recording Mode is set though, the lamp turns on and the quick start mode is restored.
≥When the Camcorder is quick-started with the white balance on automatic, it may take some time until the white balance is adjusted if the scene being recorded has a light source different from the scene last recorded. (When the MagicPix function is used, however, the white balance of the scene last recorded is retained.)
≥The zoom magnification differs from when it is in the quick start standby mode and when the recording starts.
≥Since about half the power of normal recording is used in quick start standby, using quick start reduces the time during which pictures can be recorded.
Backlight compensation function
This protects a backlit subject from being darkened.
≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears.
2Move the joystick right to select the backlight compensation icon [
].
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≥The image on the screen will become brighter.
ª To return to normal recording
Select the [
] icon again.
≥If you operate the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode dial, the backlight compensation is canceled.
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MagicPix functions
This function allows you to record color subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background.
Attach the Camcorder to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration.
≥Only manual focusing can be used. ≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were
missed.
MagicPix function
You can record dark locations brightly in color.
0 Lux MagicPix function
You can record completely dark locations with the light of the LCD monitor.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears.
2Move the joystick up to select the MagicPix icon [
].
1
≥Each upward press switches the modes. OFF # MagicPix function # 0 Lux MagicPix function # OFF
3(In the case of 0 Lux MagicPix function) Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.
≥When the LCD monitor is reversed, the Power LCD Lamp turns on and the screen is lit in white.
≥Record the subject while viewing it on the viewfinder.
≥The light of the LCD monitor reaches approx. 3.9 feet (1.2 m) or less.
ª To cancel the MagicPix function
Select the MagicPix icon until the MagicPix indication disappears.
≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become whitish for a while.
≥The MagicPix function makes the signal charging time of CCD up to approximately 30k longer than usual, so that dark scenes invisible to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.
≥The MagicPix function is canceled when you operate the power switch or the mode dial.
Soft skin mode
This allows the skin color to be recorded in a softer tone.
≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears.
2Move the joystick down to select the soft skin icon [
].
1
ª To cancel the soft skin mode
Select the [
] icon again.
≥If the background or anything else in the scene has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be softened.
≥If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.
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