Panasonic PV-GS83 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camcorder

Model No.

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.

PV-GS83

Mini

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

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

The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

mark be used.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle,

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND

THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. ≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

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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-GS83 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North 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)

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

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

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

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 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 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

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.

... Your

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 ...

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

AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

≥

TEMPERATURE ...

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

If the unit is suddenly

Such as,

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR

≥

THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

≥

STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ...

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 ...

strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder body.

TO PROTECT THE LENS ...

≥

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 ...

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

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

Before handling your

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

Do not touch the

Store

Do not use

Battery

1. Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

≥Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects. ≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

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Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60xC (140oF) or incinerate.

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110V and 240 V. But

≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120V AC power supply only. ≥When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the

AC outlet configuration.

≥When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the

voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.

≥Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or AC

cord set.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

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.

ATTENTION:

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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.

Contents

Before using

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

Accessories ................................................... 10

Parts identification and handling.................... 10

Attaching the lens cap ................................... 12

The grip belt................................................... 12

Power supply ................................................. 12

Charging time and recordable time................ 14

Turning the Camcorder on............................. 14

Setting date and time..................................... 15

Using the LCD monitor .................................. 16

Using the viewfinder ...................................... 16

Quick Start..................................................... 17

Inserting/removing a cassette........................ 18

Inserting/removing a card ............................. 19

Selecting a mode........................................... 20

How to use the joystick .................................. 20

Help mode ..................................................... 22

Switching the language.................................. 22

Using the menu screen.................................. 22

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder.................. 23

Recording with the built-in

LED video light ........................................... 24

Record mode

Check before recording ................................. 25

Recording on a tape ...................................... 26

Recording check............................................ 27

Blank search function .................................... 27

Recording still pictures on a card

while recording image onto a tape .............. 28

Recording still pictures onto a card

(Photoshot) ................................................. 28

Zoom in/out function...................................... 29

Recording yourself......................................... 30

Backlight compensation function ................... 30

MagicPix function........................................... 31

Soft skin mode............................................... 31

Fade in/fade out function ............................... 32

Wind noise reduction function........................ 32

Self-timer recording ...................................... 33

Wide/4:3 function........................................... 33

Optical image stabilizer function .................... 34

Guideline function .......................................... 34

Recording in various situations

(Scene mode).............................................. 34

Recording in natural colors

(White balance)........................................... 35

Manual focus adjustment............................... 36

Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment ... 37

Playback mode

Playing back tape.......................................... 38

Frame-by-frame playback ............................. 39

Playback on TV ............................................. 39

Playing back card ......................................... 40

Deleting files recorded on a card................... 41

Formatting a card ......................................... 41

Protecting files on a card .............................. 42

Writing the printing data on a card

(DPOF setting) ........................................... 42

Edit mode

Recording from a tape onto a card ............... 43

Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR

(Dubbing) .................................................... 43

Using the DV Interface Cable

for Recording (Digital Dubbing)................... 44

PC Connection with

the DV Interface Cable ............................... 45

With a PC

Connecting Computer and Camcorder.......... 46

Using on a Windows PC ............................... 46

Using as a Web camera .............................. 47

Using on Macintosh....................................... 50

To disconnect USB cable safely ................... 51

If you no longer need the driver

(Uninstall) ................................................... 51

Notes ............................................................. 52

Menu list ........................................................ 54

Menus related to recording............................ 56

Menus related to playback ............................ 56

Other menus.................................................. 56

Others

Indications ..................................................... 57

Warning/alarm indications ............................. 58

Functions that cannot be used

simultaneously ............................................ 59

Before requesting repair

(Problems and solutions) ............................ 60

Cautions for Use............................................ 63

Explanation of terms...................................... 67

Specifications ................................................ 68

Camcorder Accessory System ...................... 70

Camcorder Accessory Order Form ............... 71

Request for Service Notice............................ 72

Limited Warranty ........................................... 73

Customer Services Directory ......................... 74

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide/

Guía española para el uso rápido............... 76

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Before using

Quick Guide

ª Charging the battery

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and

the AC jack.

2 Put the battery on the battery mount by

aligning the mark and then securely plug it in.

Attaching the battery

Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.

Inserting/removing a cassette

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the

cassette cover.

OPEN/ EJECT

2 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/

remove the cassette.

3 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close

the cassette holder.

PUSH

4 Only after the cassette holder is completely

housed, close the cassette cover.

Inserting/removing a card

Open the card slot cover.

2 Insert/remove the card into/from the card

slot.

≥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.

How to turn on the power

1 While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

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Before using

ª How to turn off the power

1 While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

OFF

Recording on a tape

ª ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the recording start/stop button to

start recording.

2 Press the recording start/stop button again

to pause recording.

1 Press the Photoshot button [ ].

Playing back tape

ª ≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.

P C

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

Playing back card

ª ≥Set to Card Playback Mode.

Recording still pictures onto a card

(Photoshot)

≥Set to Card Recording Mode.

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/pause

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Accessories

The following are the accessories supplied with this product.

PV-DAC14D

CGR-DU06

AY-DVM60EJ

K2GJ2DC00011

1) AC adaptor, DC cable, AC cable

2) Battery pack -12-

3) AV cable -39-, -43-

4) Mini DV Tape

K2CA2CA00025

K2KC4CB00020

-12-

Parts identification and handling

ª Camcorder

(1)

(2)

(3)

(1) Built-in LED video light -24-

White balance sensor -35-, -67-

(2) (3)

Grip belt -12- Lens

(4) (5) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -30-, -32-

(6) (7) (8)

(4)

(5)

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Mode select switch

(6)

[AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS]

-36-, -37-

Reset button [RESET] -62-

(7)

Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -39-, -43-

(8)

-25-, -34-, -35-,

≥Use the supplied AV cable only.

(9)

(10) (11)

(12) (13)

Before using

(15) (16) (17)

(18) (19)

(20)

(21)

(22) (23)

(24)

(14)

(9) Viewfinder -16-, -66-

BATTERY

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.

(10)

Battery holder -13-

(11)

USB terminal [ ] -46- DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -13-

(12)

DV input/output terminal [DV] -43-, -44-, -45-,

(13)

-50-

Battery release lever [BATTERY] -13-

(14)

Power switch [OFF/ON] -14-

(15) (16)

Status indicator -14- Menu button [MENU] -2 2-

(17)

Light Button [LIGHT] -24-

(18)

Joystick -20-

(19)

Mode dial -20-

(20)

Recording start/stop button -26-

(21)

(25)

LCD monitor -16-, -66-

(22)

(26) (27)

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.

(23) LCD monitor open part -16-

Speaker -38-

(24)

Card access lamp -19-

(25)

Card slot -19-

(26) (27)

Card slot cover -19-

(30)

(31)

(28)

(29)

Cassette holder -18-

(28)

Accessory shoe

(29)

(32) (33)

≥Accessories, such as a Video DC light

(optional), are attached here.

(30) Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -18-

Cassette cover -18-

(31) (32)

Zoom lever [W/T] -29- Volume lever [s /VOLr] -38- Photoshot button [ ] -28-

(33)

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(34)

(34) 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.

Attaching the lens cap

Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. ≥The lens cap and the lens cap cord come pre-

attached to the grip belt.

≥When not using the lens cap, pull the lens cap

cord in the direction of the arrow. 1

≥When you are not recording, be sure to cover

the lens with the lens cap for protection.

The grip belt

Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.

1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.

1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Fix the belt.

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. ( ≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries.

-10-, -70-)

( ≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee

the quality of this product. ≥If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor,

then the battery will not get charged. Remove

the DC cable from the AC adaptor.

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and

the AC jack.

2 Put the battery on the battery mount by

aligning the mark and then securely plug it in.

-14-)

≥When you remove the lens cap, press the knobs

firmly.

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Before using

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.

Connecting to the AC outlet

Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC jack.

2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect 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.

Attaching the battery

Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.

Removing the battery

While sliding the [BATTERY] lever, slide the battery to remove it.

BATTERY

≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not

fall. ≥Before removing the battery, be sure to set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Before using

Charging time and recordable time

The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC (77 oF) and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC (77 oF), the charging time will become longer.

Supplied

battery/

CGR-DU06

(7.2 V/

640 mAh)

CGA-DU12

(7.2 V/

1150 mAh)

CGA-DU21

(7.2 V/

2040 mAh)

A Charging time B Maximum continuously recordable time C Actual recordable time

(The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time on tape when repeatedly starting/ stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.)

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

≥The battery CGR-DU06 is supplied. ≥The charging time and recordable time shown in

the table are approximations. 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 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for actual recording).

A 1 h 40 min B 1 h 45 min

(1 h 25 min)

C 45 min

(40 min)

A 2 h 25 min B 3 h 10 min

(2 h 40 min)

C 1 h 25 min

(1 h 10 min)

A 3 h 55 min B 5 h 30 min

(4 h 30 min)

C 2 h 30 min

(2 h 05 min)

Turning the Camcorder on

When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap attached, the automatic white balance adjustment ( Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.

How to turn on the power

1 While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

≥The Status indicator lights red and the power

≥In Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording

How to turn off the power

1 While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] when not

≥The Status indicator goes off when the power

-67-) may not function properly.

OFF

turns on.

Mode, if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [ON] while the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted, the power turns off.

OFF

using the Camcorder.

turns off.

≥The actual time may become shorter than this.

The recordable time shown in the table are approximations. 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, etc.

≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. The

main unit of the Camcorder being used will also heat up. This is normal.

≥Along with the reduction of the battery capacity,

the display will change: # #

# # . If the battery

discharges, then ( ) will flash.

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Before using

ª How to turn the power on and off with

the LCD monitor/viewfinder

When the power switch is set to [ON], the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder when the unit is in Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode.

OFF

1 Open the LCD monitor out or extend the

viewfinder to use. (

≥The LCD monitor or viewfinder will be

activated.

-16-)

2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the

viewfinder.

≥The power will not turn off unless the LCD

monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

≥The Status indicator automatically goes off

and the power turns off. (If quick start is set to

-17-), the unit goes into quick start

[ON] ( standby mode and the Status indicator lights green.)

≥The power does not turn off even if the

LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted while recording on a tape.

3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the

viewfinder to turn the power on and use the Camcorder again.

OFF

≥The Status indicator lights red and the power

turns on.

Setting date and time

When the Camcorder is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.

≥Select [YES] and press the center of the

joystick. Perform steps 2 and 3 below to set the

date/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]. (-22-)

2 Move 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.

3 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.

About date/time

ª ≥The date and time function are driven by a built-

in lithium battery.

≥Make sure to check the time before recording.

Recharging the built-in lithium battery

≥If [0] or [--] appears when the Camcorder is

turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has

run down. Use the steps below to charge the

battery. When turning on the power for the first

time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will

appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time.

Connect the AC adaptor to the Camcorder or

attach the battery to 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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Before using

Using the LCD monitor

You can record the image while viewing it on the opened LCD monitor.

Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

≥It can open up to 90o.

Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to your preference.

2 90o1 180o

≥It can rotate up to 180o 1 towards the lens or

90o 2 towards the viewfinder.

≥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.

≥If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards

the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously light.

Using the viewfinder

Extending the viewfinder

Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by pinching the extension knob.

≥The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD

monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be deactivated.)

Adjusting the field of view

Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.

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≥You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder

from the menu.

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Quick Start

When Quick Start is ON the battery power is still being consumed, even when the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder are closed. The Camcorder will resume recording/pause mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder are reopened. ≥Please note in Quick Start Mode approximately

half the pause recording power is being consumed. Using Quick Start Mode will reduce the battery recording/playback time.

≥This is only activated in the following cases.

≥While using the battery

A tape or a card is inserted while Tape Recording Mode is set. A card is inserted while Card Recording Mode is set.

≥While using the AC adaptor

Quick Start can be used even if a tape/card is not inserted.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON].

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2 While the [OFF/ON] switch is still set to

[ON], close the LCD monitor and retract the Viewfinder.

OFF

≥The Status indicator lights green and the unit

goes into quick start standby mode.

≥The Camcorder will not go into quick start

standby mode unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the

Viewfinder.

To cancel Quick Start

1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [OFF].

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≥If the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF] while the

unit is in quick start standby mode, the power

turns off. ≥If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes,

then the Status indicator will go off and the

Camcorder will be completely turned off.

≥In the following cases, quick start is canceled

and the power turns off.

≥When the Mode dial is moved. ≥When the battery or AC adaptor is removed. ≥When both the tape and card are removed

while using the battery in Tape Recording Mode.

≥When the card is removed while using the

battery in Card Recording Mode.

≥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.) ≥If the power is turned on in quick start standby

mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1t and

the picture size may differ from what it was

before quick start standby. ≥If [POWER SAVE] (

and the unit automatically goes into quick start

standby mode, set the [OFF/ON] switch to

[OFF], then to [ON] again. Also, close the LCD

monitor and retract the viewfinder and then

open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder

again.

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OFF

≥The Status indicator lights red and the

Camcorder is put into recording pause approx. 1.7 seconds after it is turned on.

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Inserting/removing a cassette

Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on the power.

Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover.

OPEN/ EJECT

≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassette

holder will come out.

After 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.

Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder.

PUSH

Before using

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. ≥Check if the cassette compartment cover is in

contact with grip belt as shown below. If so, be

sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when

opening.

When the cassette holder cannot be

housed

≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON]

again.

≥Check if the battery has run down.

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).

R E C

SAVE

≥The cassette holder is housed.

Only after the cassette holder is completely housed, close the cassette cover tightly.

≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette,

use the blank search function to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you are overwriting a previously recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you want to continue recording.

≥When closing the cassette cover, do not get

anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.

≥After use, be sure to rewind the cassette

completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position. (

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≥If the indicator of the condensation does not

display on the LCD screen and/or EVF and you notice condensation on the lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise condensation may be formed on the heads or the cassette tape. (

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Before using

Inserting/removing a card

Before inserting/removing a card, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [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.

1 Turn off the power 1.

OFF

≥Check that the Status indicator has gone off.

2 Open the card slot cover.

3 Insert/remove the card into/from the card

slot.

≥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, press the center of

the card and then pull it straight out.

4 Securely close the card slot cover.

Concerning the card

ª ≥Do not format the card with another

Camcorder or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable.

≥4 GB Memory Cards must be SDHC Memory

Cards.

≥Memory Cards greater than 4 GB without the

SDHC Logo are not compliant with the SD specifications.

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.

≥Inserting or removing the card. ≥Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode

dial.

≥Removing the battery or the AC adaptor.

SD Card

ª ≥The memory capacity indicated on the SD 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.

This unit is compatible with both SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards. You can only use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory cards. (When using a SDHC Memory card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)

Concerning the write protection

switch on the SD Card

≥The SD 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.

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Before using

Selecting a mode

Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.

Rotate the mode dial.

≥Set your desired mode to 1.

: TAPE RECORDING MODE

Use this when you 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.

: CARD PLAYBACK MODE

Use this to play back the still pictures recorded on a card.

: PC CONNECTION MODE

You can view or edit the still pictures recorded on a card on your personal computer. (

Joystick

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How to use the joystick

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.

1 Select by moving up.

2 Select by moving down.

3 Select by moving left.

4 Select by moving right.

5 Set by pushing the center.

Joystick and screen display

Push the center of the joystick and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes. (In the Tape playback mode or the Card 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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2 Fade 3 Backlight compensation -30-

1/3

1 Help mode -22- 2 Soft skin mode

2/3

3 MagicPix -31- 2 Recording check

3/3

1 Blank search -27-

≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

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Before using

2) Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

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2 Iris or gain value 3 White balance

4/4

1 Shutter speed 2

5/5

Manual focus adjustment -36-

≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape. ≥2 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/MANUAL/

FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]).

3) Tape playback mode

3 Playback/pause 4 Stop -38- 2 Rewind (review playback) -38-

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1 Fast forward (cue playback) -38-

4) Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])

2 Self-timer recording

1/2

3 Backlight compensation -30-

1 Help mode -22-

2/2 2 Soft skin mode -31-

5) Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

2 Iris or gain value

3/3

3 White balance 1 Shutter speed 2

4/4

Manual focus adjustment -36-

≥1 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/

MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]).

6) Card playback mode

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3 Slide show start/pause 4 Delete -41- 2 Playback the previous picture -40- 1 Playback the next picture -40-

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Before using

Help mode

Select an icon for an explanation of the function.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Press the joystick to display the icon during

the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2 Move the joystick right to select the Help

mode icon [ ].

≥The help mode explains the operation icons

that are displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO] in Tape/Card Recording Mode.

3 Move the joystick up, left or right to select

the desired icon.

Switching the language

You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.

1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired

language.

Using the menu screen

For each individual menu, please refer to -54-.

1 Press the [MENU] button.

≥The menu corresponding to the mode

selected by the mode dial is displayed.

≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is

displayed.

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the top menu.

≥An explanation of the selected icon is

displayed on the screen.

≥Each time the joystick is moved down, the

indication changes.

To exit the Help mode

Select [EXIT] icon or press the [MENU] button.

≥When the Help mode is used, it is not possible

to record or set the functions.

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3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the

selection.

4 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the sub-menu.

Before using

5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the

selection.

6 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the item to be set.

7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

To exit the menu screen

Press the [MENU] button.

To get back to the previous screen

Move the joystick left.

About the menu setting

ª ≥The menu is not displayed while recording on a

tape or a card. Also, you cannot record on a tape or a card while the menu is displayed.

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

ª Adjusting the brightness and color

level

Set [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]

:Brightness of the viewfinder

3 Move the joystick left or right to move the

bar indication representing the brightness.

4 Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to

complete the settings.

≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180°

towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.

≥To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close

the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to activate it.

≥These settings will not affect the images actually

recorded.

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Before using

Recording with the built-in LED video light

Gain up mode works with the built-in LED video light to enhance the light’s brightness and brighten the natural colors in a scene.

Press the [LIGHT] button.

≥The built-in LED video light lights up and the

gain up mode is set to on.

≥The gain up mode will be brighter than when

only the LED video light is on, but washed out images will appear.

Press the [LIGHT] button.

≥The gain up mode is set to off. ≥To eliminate washed out images, use this

mode.

Press the [LIGHT] button.

≥The LED video light turns off. ≥Pressing the [LIGHT] button again returns to

LIGHT

≥The subject should be within 1.5 metres

(4.9 feet) of the Camcorder.

≥Using the LED video light reduces battery time. ≥Set the LED video light to off when not in use. ≥Do not look directly into the light. ≥Using the MagicPix function at the same time

will make conditions even brighter.

≥The LED video light enables simply lightening

the images taken in a dimly-lit place. We also recommend using it in a bright place to obtain high quality images.

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