Panasonic PV-L751 Operating Instruction

Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Getting Started

Model No.

PV-L751

Basic Operation Special Features For Your Information

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate this product.
Please save this manual.

Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

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LSQT0359A

Things You Should Know

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You have purchased one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the
market today. Used properly, it will bring
you years of enjoyment. Please take time
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The serial number is on the tag located on
the rear side of your Camcorder. Be sure
to retain this manual as your convenient
Camcorder information source.

Unpack your Camcorder

These accessories are provided in order to set up or use your Camcorder.
1 pc. AC Adaptor

(PV-A19) with DC
Power Cable (page 10)

1 pc. Battery Pack
(PV-BP18) (pages 9, 10)

Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.

Serial No.

1 pc. Audio/Video Cable
(LSJA0283) (pages 21, 22)

1 pc. Shoulder Strap
(VYCW0225) (page 50)

1 pc. CR2025 Clock
Battery (VSBW0004)
(installed in Camcorder)
(page 51)

1 pc. Digital PhotoShot
Disk for Windows 95/98/
Me (LSFT0249) (page

42)

CompactFlash Card is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and
other countries.
All product/brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders.

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1 pc. VHS PlayPak
(PV-P1/VYMW0009) and
one “AA” battery (page 21)

1 pc. CompactFlash Card
[8 MB] (LSFA0009B)
(page 34)

1 pc. 8-Function Remote
(VSQW0038) with one CR2025
Battery. (page 19)

Remote has been loaded with
battery. (page 51)

1 pc. PC Connection cable
(RS232C-2.5P)
(LSJA0276) (page 42)

Things You Should Know

Safety Precautions

WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Your Compact VHS Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP)
and Super Long Play (SLP) modes. You can also play a Compact VHS Camcorder
recording on your VHS VCR using the VHS PlayPak supplied.

This Camcorder is equipped with the HQ System to provide excellent video pictures, and
is compatible with standard VHS equipment.
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in
VCR machines with the

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

The above markings are located on the appliance’s bottom cover.

FCC Warning :To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use only provided

shielded interfacing cable with ferrite cores when connecting to computer.
Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would
void the users authority to operate.

and/or mark be used.

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.

Getting Started

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.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 and part 18 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
operated in a residential environment.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location and/or utilize an electrical
outlet different from that used by the receiver.
If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You may find the
booklet, ‘Something About Interference’ available from FCC local regional offices helpful.

This product may cause interference to radio equipment and should not be installed near maritime
safety communications equipment or other critical navigation or communication equipment operating
between 0.45-30 MHz.

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Important Safeguards

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and

operating instructions should be read before
the unit is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and
operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit
and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and
maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this video unit from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for
cleaning.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product
manufacturer as they may be hazardous.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this video
unit near water – for example near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and
the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place this video unit
on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The video unit may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage
to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any
mounting of the unit should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer. An appliance and cart
combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination
to overturn.

9. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the video unit
and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered.
Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a
radiator or heat register. This video unit
should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power Sources – This video unit should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your appliance dealer or local
power company. For video units intended to
be operated from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.

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11. Grounding or Polarization – This video unit

may be equipped with either a polarized 2­wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the other)
or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having
a third (grounding) pin.

The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.

The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a
grounding type power outlet. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

12. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply
cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them. Paying
particular attention to cords of plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the unit.

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an
outside antenna or cable system is
connected to the video unit, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of
the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.

14. Lightning – For added protection of this
video unit receiver during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the video unit due
to lightning and power-line surges.

Important Safeguards

15. Power Lines – An outside antenna system

should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken
to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Objects and Liquids – Never push objects
of any kind into this video unit through
openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind onto the video unit.

18. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this
video unit yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.

19. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this
video unit from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or

objects have fallen onto, the video unit.

c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain

or water.

d. If the video unit does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
video unit to its normal operation.

e. If the video unit has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct

change in performance – this indicates a
need for service.

20. Replacement Parts – When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.

21. Safety Check – Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this video unit, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the video unit is in safe
operating order.

Precautions

Getting Started

USE & LOCATION

• 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.

• 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.

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Table of Contents

Getting Started

Things You Should Know .............................................................................2~3

Important Safeguards ...................................................................................4~5

Precautions........................................................................................................5

Self Demo Mode ................................................................................................7

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

Supplying Power

Cassette Information ...................................................................................... 11

Using MENU Mode ..........................................................................................12

Setting the Clock (Time Zone, Auto Daylight Saving Time) ................................13~14

Basic Operation

Built-in Auto Light (Using the Light, Replacing the Bulb) ......................................... 15

Camera Recording (Basic, Stand-by, Programmed Recording) .........................16~18

8-Function Remote Control............................................................................19

Playing Back Recordings

(Basic Playback, Visual Search, Still Picture, Tracking, TV/VCR Playback) ......20~21

Copying your Tapes (dubbing) ......................................................................22

(Battery Charge/Use/Refresh/Care, AC Adaptor, Car Battery Cord)

. 9~10

Four-Speed Power Zoom............. 23

Backlight ....................................... 23

Focus (Auto/Manual Focus)................ 24

Special Features

High Speed Shutter (Auto/Manual Shutter)

Auto Fade...................................... 26

Color Digital Fade ........................ 27

Color Digital Filter ........................ 28

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

Digital Electronic Image

Stabilization (E.I.S.).................... 29

Still/Strobe/Wide........................... 30

Security Mode............................... 31

Intelligent Titler

(Auto/Manual Title, Phrase T itle)..32~33

Digital Still Camera ...................... 34

• CompactFlash Card

.25

Insertion/Removal ...................... 34

• Recording ................................... 35

• Using the Light ........................... 36

• Playback...................................... 36

• Displayed Directry/Image Number . 37

• Deleting Specific Image Pages . 38

• Deleting All Image Pages .......... 38

• Picture in Picture Wipe Title...... 39

• Digital Wipe Mode ...................... 40

• PhotoShot Title Library ............. 41

PC Connection ....................... 42~45

Using a PCMCIA Adaptor (optional) 46

For Your Information

Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications .......................................................47~49

Operation Notes (Using the Shoulder and Hand Straps, External MIC IN, Cleaning EVF) 50

Replacing Clock/Remote Battery...................................................................51

Palmcorder Accessory System .....................................................................52

Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ..............................................................53

Specifications..................................................................................................54

Before Requesting Service (Video Head Cleaning, Self Diagnostic System)..55~56

Request for Service Notice ............................................................................56

Limited Warranty.......................................................................................57~58

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido........................................59

Index.................................................................................................................60

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Self Demo Mode

LENS / 300

D.ZOOM
DIGITAL STABILIZATION
FULL-SIZE HEAD SYSTEM
AUTO/PHRASE TITLER

ITS TAPES PLAY
IN YOUR VCR
YES,

IT S VHS!

Self Demo mode is on when the screen
below appears. To turn it off, follow
steps 1-4 below.

EVF or LCD Monitor

ITS TAPES PLAY
IN YOUR VCR

,

YES,

IT S VHS!

DISPLAY

2626× LENS / 300
DIGITAL STABILIZATION
FULL-SIZE HEAD SYSTEM
AUTO/PHRASE TITLER

FAR

FOCUS

NEARNEAR

MENU

UP
DOWN

× D.ZOOM

2, 3, 4

VCR

OFF

PHOTO

CAMERA

1

Before you begin...

• Connect Camcorder to power source.

1Set POWER to CAMERA.
2Press MENU for

MENU mode.
Press UP ▲ or
DOWN ▼ to select

SELF DEMO .

▼

DISPLAY ; ON

SELF DEMO ; ON; ON

SECURIRITY ; OFF; OFF
VIDEO EFFECTS ; FADEFADE

SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY

PAGE 2/22/2

BLACK

3Press DISPLAY to select OFF.
4Press MENU to exit.

Note:

• Self Demo stops automatically if battery
is attached (page 9) and cassette tape is
inserted (page 11).

• Inserting a tape alone (or attaching a
partially charged battery) only temporarily
stops Self Demo.

• Self Demo stops for 30 seconds when a
function key other than Light, Play, Rewind
Search, Fast Forward Search, Stop, and
Still is pressed.

To turn Self Demo back on:

• Set to SELF DEMO : ON in MENU screen.

Getting Started

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Quick Operation Guide

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge Battery Pack fully before
operation (page 9).

BATTERY

PACK

Insert Battery. CHARGE

2

Lamp flashes, then stays lit
when charging is complete.

Camera Recording

When the LCD monitor is open, the EVF automatically turns OFF (page 16).

Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor.

1

Swing it fully open and adjust the angle.

Playback using the LCD Monitor

When the LCD monitor is open, the EVF automatically turns OFF (page 20).

Plug in AC

1

Adaptor.

Insert Cassette

Attach fully

1

charged

(page 9).

Slide TAPE EJECT

2

to open door.

Insert cassette

3

(page 11).

Press here to close

4

Protection Film
Note:

• Remove the Protection Film before use.

2
3

PHOTOPHOTO

CAMERACAMERA

VCRVCR

OFFOFF

Protection Film
Note:

• Remove the Protection Film before use.

door.

Set POWER to CAMERA.

Press RECORD/PAUSE

to start recording.

Press RECORD/PAUSE

to pause recording.

again

Battery

Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor.

1

Swing it fully open and adjust the angle (see above).
Set POWER to VCR.

2

PHOTO

CAMERA

VCR

OFF

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Press REWIND/SEARCH to

3

rewind tape.

Press PLAY to start playback.

4

Press STOP to stop playback.

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Supplying Power

BATTERY

PACK

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge Battery Pack fully before use.

3

2

B

A

P

T

T

E

AC

RY

K

POWER
Lamp

1

1Plug in AC Adaptor.

POWER Lamp lights.

2Insert Battery.

A Align left side of Battery with left edge of

AC Adaptor.

B Press Battery down and slide in direction

of arrow.

The CHARGE Lamp flashes, then stays lit
when charging is complete.

3Remove Battery.

Slide Battery to the left and lift off.

CHARGE
Lamp

BATTERY

PACK

A

B

(Top View)

Using the Battery Pack

A fully charged Battery provides a maximum of about 2 hours of continuous use (LCD
monitor off) or about 1.5 hours (LCD monitor on). Actual time may vary due to operating
conditions. Using the Built-in Light decreases operating time.

Note:

• Charging takes about 1 and 1/2 hours.

• While the DC Power Cable (supplied) is connected
to the AC Adaptor, the Battery cannot be charged.

• After charging 5 times, use Battery Refresh feature
as explained below.

• Battery life gradually decreases after repeated use
and recharging. If operation time becomes very
short even after a sufficient charge, discard Battery
properly (page 10).

Getting Started

a

b

A
B

Battery Refresh

This feature completely discharges
Battery before recharging begins.
Use after every 5 charges for optimum
Battery performance.

REFRESH
Lamp

BATTERY
REFRESH

BATTERY

PACK

A

Attach Battery.

a Insert top of Battery into top of mounting

surface.

b Press and snap into place.

B

Remove Battery.

BATTERY RELEASE and remove

Slide
Battery.

To use battery refresh, insert Battery on AC
Adaptor (see steps 1~2 above), then press
BATTERY REFRESH.

The REFRESH Lamp lights, then goes out when
discharge is complete. Battery charging will then
start automatically.

BATTERY REFRESH is pressed by mistake,

If
remove Battery from AC Adaptor and reinsert it
for normal charging.

Note:

• Charging takes about 7 and 1/2 hours when
Battery Refresh is used.

• Battery will not operate in extremely high
temperatures.

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Supplying Power

Battery Care

Caution:

• Charge only with specified charger.

• Battery can be charged within a temperature range of
10 °C (50 °F) and 35 °C (95 °F).

• Battery is normally warm after charging or just after use.

• Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn-out Battery.

Safety precautions:

• Do not get Battery near, or dispose of in fire.

• Do not directly connect (short circuit) the positive (+) and
negative (–) terminals.

• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble Battery.

U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

RBRC

C

R

B

R

The product you have purchased is powered by a nickel cadmium battery
which is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local
laws, it is illegal to dispose of this battery into your municipal waste stream.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Ni-Cd

To avoid Battery damage:

• Do not drop or jar Battery.

• Use Battery with specified units only.

• If Battery is used in extremely high
temperatures, a safety device will
automatically prevent operation.

To prolong Battery life:

• While not in use, remove Battery
from the Camcorder and AC Adaptor
and store in a cool, dark, dry place.

• Keep Battery terminals clean.

AC Adaptor

DC Power Cable

POWER Lamp

DC IN
Connector

VCR DC OUT
Connector

Car Battery Cord (Optional)

Cigarette
Lighter
Socket (12 V)

DC IN
Connector

Car Battery Cord
(optional)

Cigarette
Lighter Plug

1Connect AC Adaptor VCR DC OUT to

Camcorder DC IN with supplied DC

Power Cable.

2Plug in AC Adaptor.

POWER Lamp lights.

Note:

• While the DC Power Cable (supplied) is
connected to the AC Adaptor, the Battery
cannot be charged.

• When not in use, unplug AC Adaptor from
AC outlet. (Adaptor uses 1.2 W of electricity
while plugged in.)

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.

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1Connect PV-C16 Car Battery Cord

(optional) to Camcorder DC IN.

2A Start engine first.

B Plug Car Battery Cord into

Cigarette lighter socket.

• If Car Battery cord fuse needs
replacing, use exact current rating
(in amps).

Note:

• This cord only works in vehicles
equipped with DC 12 V (negative
ground) battery. Check with your car/
truck dealer. Use only specified car
battery cord.

• To avoid blowing the car battery cord
fuse, do step 2 in the proper order.

• Running vehicles must be well ventilated.

• When not in use, disconnect cigarette
lighter plug.

Cassette Information

Cassette Insertion/Removal

1
3

2

4

5

Record/Playback Time

Use tapes with the mark in this unit.

Tape Speed
Selector Position

SP

(Standard Play)

SLP

(Super Long Play)

TC-20

20 minutes

1 hour

Cassette type

TC-30 TC-40

30 minutes

1 hour

30 minutes

Getting Started

1Turn Tape Wheel in direction of arrow

until there is no slack.

2Attach Battery (page 9).
3Slide TAPE EJECT to open door.
4Insert cassette as shown.
5Press here to close door.

• To remove the cassette, slide the TAPE
EJECT switch.

40 minutes

2 hours

• SLP playback may contain more picture noise.

Erase Protection Tab

Protects tapes from being accidentally
erased.

12

Slide tab type

1To prevent accidental erasing,

break off tab with screwdriver.
(Or, slide tab open.)

2To record again,

cover hole with adhesive tape.
(Or, slide tab closed.)

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Using MENU Mode

Before you begin...

• Connect Camcorder to power source.

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

FAR

UPUP

3

2

DISPLAYDISPLAY

FOCUS

NEAR

MENUMENU

DOWNDOWN

1, 4

1Press MENU for MENU mode.
2Press UP ▲ or DOWN ▼ to highlight the

3Press DISPLAY to set selection.
4Press MENU to exit.

Note:

• The Menu mode is canceled if UP/DOWN(▲/▼),
DISPLAY, or MENU are not pressed within 5
minutes when Self Demo mode is off.

• The Menu mode is canceled if UP/DOWN(▲/▼),
DISPLAY, or MENU are not pressed within 30
seconds when Self Demo mode is on.

The CAMERA or VCR MENU screen (see
below left) appears when Menu mode is
entered.

desired menu item.

MENU Mode (CAMERA) Screen

---

MENU MENU

---

1

PROGRAMMED RECPROGRAMMED REC

2

TITITLETLE ; AUTO/MANUALAUTO/MANUAL
SHUTTERSHUTTER ; AUTOAUTO

3

STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFFSTAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
CLOCK SETCLOCK SET

4
5

6
7
8

▼

SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY

▼

DISPLAY ; ON
SELF DEMO ; OFF
SECURITY ; OFF
VIDEO EFFECTS ; FADE

9

SELECT : PUSH : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY KEY
SETSET : PUSH : PUSH DIDISPLAY KEYSPLAY KEY
ENDEND : PUSH MENU KEY: PUSH MENU KEY

PAGE PAGE 1/21/2

PAGE 2/2

BLACK

1 PROGRAMMED REC (page 18).

Camcorder starts and stops recording at a
preset time.

2 TITLE (pages 32, 33).

AUTO/MANUAL : 16 items
PHRASE : 10 items

3 SHUTTER (page 25).

Select desired shutter speed.

4 STAND-BY RELEASE (page 17).

ON: Enables quick resumption of recording

from Stand-by mode.

5 CLOCK SET (pages 13, 14).

Select to set clock.

6 DISPLAY (page 47).

ON: On-screen Display (OSD) screens are

displayed.

MENU Mode (VCR) Screen

---

MENU

5
6

CLOCK SET
DISPLAY ; ON

---

7 SELF DEMO (page 7).

ON: SELF DEMO screen is displayed.

8 SECURITY (page 31).

ON: Enables Motion Security recording.

9 VIDEO EFFECTS (pages 26~28).

SELECT

: PUSH

SELECT

SET

SET

END

END

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▼/▲ KEY

: PUSH

: PUSH

: PUSH DIDI

: PUSH MENU KEY

: PUSH MENU KEY

KEY

SPLAY KEY

SPLAY KEY

AUTO FADE : BLACK or WHITE
DIGITAL FADE : TYPE 7 types

COLOR 8 colors

DIGITAL FILTER: COLOR 5 colors

Setting the Clock

Set the following items in order: Time
Zone, Daylight Saving Time, Date,
and Time.

FAR

UPUP

FOCUS

DOWNDOWN

DISPLAY

NEAR

MENU

1, 2, 3, 4

Before you begin...

• Connect Camcorder to power source.

• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

1Press MENU for MENU mode.

Press UP ▲ or DOWN ▼ to select

CLOCK SET .

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MENU MENU

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PROGRAMMED RECPROGRAMMED REC
TITITLETLE ; ; AUTO/MANUALAUTO/MANUAL
SHUTTERSHUTTER ; ; AUTOAUTO
STAND-BY RELEASESTAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF ; OFF

CLOCK SETCLOCK SET

▼

SELECTSELECT : PUSH : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY KEY
SETSET : PUSH : PUSH DIDISPLAY KEYSPLAY KEY
ENDEND : PUSH MENU KEY: PUSH MENU KEY

PAGE PAGE 1/21/2

- - - MENU - - - - - - MENU - - -

CLOCK SETCLOCK SET

DIDISPLAY ; ONSPLAY ; ON

SELECTSELECT : PUSH : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY KEY
SETSET : PUSH : PUSH DIDISPLAY KEYSPLAY KEY
ENDEND : PUSH MENU KEY: PUSH MENU KEY

[ VCR MODE ][ CAMERA MODE ]

2Press DISPLAY for

CLOCK SET menu.

Press UP ▲ or DOWN ▼
to select TIME ZONE,
DST, or DATE/TIME.

- - - CLOCK SET - - - - - - CLOCK SET - - -

TITIME ZONEME ZONE ; EASTERN; EASTERN

D. S. T.D. S. T. ; AUTO; AUTO
DATE / DATE / TITIMEME ; 12 : 00 : 00AM; 12 : 00 : 00AM

JAN 1 2001 JAN 1 2001

SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY

3Press DISPLAY for menu of item selected in

step 2.
To change the setting:

TIME ZONE ➔ Go to step 3a on page 14.
D.S.T. ➔Go to step 3b on page 14.
DATE/TIME ➔Go to step 3c on page 14.

Getting Started

4Press MENU twice to exit.

(continued on next page)

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Setting the Clock (continued)

3a

Setting the Time Zone

The Camcorder is preset to Eastern time.

[ Time Zone chart ]

ALASKAALASKA

HAWAIIHAWAII

SAMOASAMOA

6:00 1:00

3b

Auto Daylight Saving Time

Clock will auto-adjust to daylight saving
time (DST).

DST: AUTO

Spring (First Sunday in April) :

ahead one hour.

Autumn (Last Sunday in October) :

back one hour.

MOUNTAINMOUNTAIN

CENTRALCENTRAL

PACIFICPACIFIC

11:00

10:007:00 8:00 9:00 2:00

EASTERNEASTERN

ATLANTICATLANTIC

12:00

Press UP ▲ or
DOWN ▼ to select

local time zone.
Press DISPLAY to
confirm entry.

- - - SELECT TIME ZONE - - -

ATLANTICC PACIFICC

EASTERN ALASKA

CENTRAL HAWAII
MOUNTAINN SAMOA

SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY

• When traveling, repeat this operation and
select one of the 8 listed time zones to
set the clock to local time.

Note :

• Clock may lose or gain up to 2 minutes

per month.

• When traveling outside the listed time
zones, set clock to local time manually.

• To adjust or set clock, see “Setting Date
and Time” bottom of page.

The Camcorder is preset to DST: AUTO .
If DST is not observed in your area, set
to OFF by doing the following.

Press UP ▲ or
DOWN ▼ to select

OFF or AUTO.
Press DISPLAY to
confirm entry.

- - DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME - -

AUTO

OFF

SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY

Note:

• Auto DST does not function if time zone

is set to Hawaii or Samoa (see “Setting
the Time Zone” above).

3c

Setting Date and Time

Date and time including leap year are
calculated up to DEC 31, 2099.

EXAMPLE :

FAR

FOCUSFOCUS

NEARNEAR

UPUP
DOWNDOWN

DISPLAYDISPLAY

Press or hold down
DOWN ▼ to select hour, then
press

- - - DATE/TIME SETTING - - -

1 2 : 0 0 : 0 0 A M
J A N 1 2 0 0 1

SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY

DISPLAY to fix.

UP ▲ or

Repeat for minute, month, day,
and year.

Clock starts when year is
entered and

DISPLAY is

pressed.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

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Built-in Auto Light

Using the Light

For recording in dim lighting.

LIGHTLIGHT

OFF AUTO

ON

Note:

• Using Light reduces battery operating time.

• Provide proper ventilation when using
Light extensively in a hot environment.

• Using Light when the Camcorder is
powered by a car battery may shorten bulb
life.

• Set Light to OFF when not in use.

Replacing the Bulb

1

Before you begin...

• Connect Camcorder to power source.

• Set POWER to CAMERA.

Set LIGHT to AUTO.

Light turns on/off automatically according
to lighting conditions.
Or, set LIGHT to ON/OFF manually.

1

x

12:00:00

AM

JAN

1 2001

Caution:

Light becomes hot. Never cover Light
while on.

REC

SP

appears in EVF or
LCD monitor when
Light is on.

Before you begin...

• Order Part No. VULS0001 (VLLW0015 and
cushions) for replacement bulb unit.

• Set POWER to OFF.

1Press in on both sides of lens cover

and pull straight out and off.

Basic Operation

4

2

2Using Tweezers or needle-nose

pliers, carefully remove bulb.

•

Take unit to service center if you need
assistance.

3Replace bulb using a clean cloth or

tissue. (Do not touch with fingers.)

3

DANGER:

Use only replacement bulb (PART NO. VLLW0015) supplied by Panasonic to reduce
risk of fire.
Handle new bulb with cloth or tissue as skin oils will decrease bulb life.
Remove lens cover and allow bulb to cool before replacing to avoid possible burn
hazard.

4Replace lens cover.

Note:

• Handle bulb gently. Excessive force may
cause bulb to crack.

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Camera Recording

Recording via EVF or LCD
Monitor

View recording scene on EVF or LCD
(Liquid Crystal Display) monitor.

Before you begin...

• Connect Camcorder to power source.

• Insert cassette with record tab (page 11).

1Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD

3

BRIGHT

1

LCD-OPEN

VISION

3

ADJUSTMENT

CAUTION :

Rotating partially open LCD
monitor may block cassette door
and damage Camcorder body.

Built-in Twin
Capsule 2-Way
Microphone
System

SPEED

SP/SLP

4

monitor. Swing LCD monitor fully open
and adjust viewing angle.

• If you want to record using EVF, close
and lock LCD monitor.

2Set POWER to

CAMERA.

Lens Cover opens.
Power Lamp lights.

• Be sure POWER
is fully turned to
CAMERA position.

• EVF or LCD monitor turns on/off by the
POWER switch.

• EVF shuts off when LCD monitor is
opened and turns back on when LCD is
closed.

• Both EVF and LCD monitor turn on
when LCD is at 180° (see above left).
This allows both you and the subject to
view the recording.

EVF or LCD Monitor

(Record/Pause mode)

PAUSE

3LCD : Turn BRIGHT control to

POWER POWER
RECREC

monitor adjust LCD monitor
EVF : Look into EVF and adjust

Power
Lamp

brightness level.

VISION ADJUSTMENT to
your eyesight.

4Hold down TAPE SPEED for about 1

second to change tape speed to SP/SLP

PHONE
(earphone)
jack

5

VCRVCR

OFFOFF

PHOTOPHOTO

CAMERACAMERA

2

Note:

• When Camcorder is aimed at excessively bright
objects, or bright lights, a vertical bar may
appear in the picture. This is normal for the
CCD pick-up. Try to avoid this when possible.

• Using LCD monitor reduces battery operation
time. Return LCD monitor to locked position
when not in use.

• To hear sound while recording, connect
earphone (M3 type: not supplied) to PHONE
jack. Earphone volume cannot be changed
while in CAMERA mode.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

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6

(page 11).

Tape speed

5Press RECORD/

PAUSE to start or

pause recording.

RECORD

6Set POWER to

OFF when finished.

• To remove the cassette, slide the

TAPE EJECT switch (page 11).

WARNING:

• Do not leave the camcorder with the EVF
aimed directly at the sun. This may cause
damage to the internal parts of the EVF.

EVF or LCD Monitor

(Record mode)

SP

Camera Recording

Before you begin...

• Connect Camcorder to power source.

• Insert cassette with record tab (page 11).

FAR

UP

FOCUS

DOWNDOWN

c

b

REW

a

DISPLAY

STILL

DEL

PLAY

FF

+

STOP

NEAR

MENU

B

2, 3, 4

VCR

OFFOFF

1,
b, c,

A, C

PHOTOPHOTO

CAMERACAMERA

a, d,

D

Stand-by Quick Release

If left in RECORD/PAUSE mode for 5
minutes, Camcorder switches to Stand­by mode to conserve battery. When set
to ON, Stand-by Quick Release lets
you resume recording by pressing
RECORD/PAUSE two times. Stand-by
Quick Release is set to OFF at the
factory.

1Set POWER to CAMERA.

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MENU MENU

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PAGE PAGE 1/21/2

2Press MENU for

MENU mode.

UP or

Press
DOWN to

select

STAND-BY RELEASE .

PROGRAMMED RECPROGRAMMED REC
TITITLETLE ; ; AUTO/MANUALAUTO/MANUAL
SHUTTERSHUTTER ; ; AUTOAUTO

STAND-BY RELEASESTAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF ; OFF

CLOCK SETCLOCK SET
SELECTSELECT : PUSH: PUSH / KEYKEY

SETSET : PUSH : PUSH DIDISPLAY KEYSPLAY KEY
ENDEND : PUSH MENU KEY: PUSH MENU KEY

3Press DISPLAY to select ON/OFF.

ON : From Stand-by mode, press

RECORD/PAUSE two times
to resume recording.

OFF : From Stand-by mode,

POWER to OFF, then to

set
CAMERA. Press RECORD/
PAUSE to record.

4Press MENU to exit.

Basic Operation

Manual Easy Editing

For proper continuity when taping from Stop
mode or after attaching a new Battery.

ASet POWER to VCR.
Ba Press REWIND/SEARCH to rewind

a few seconds of tape.

B b Press PLAY to review recording.
C c Press STILL where you want to

continue recording.

CSet POWER to CAMERA.
DPress RECORD/PAUSE to resume

recording.

Easy Edit Stand-by

For a smooth transition between scenes if
recording is stopped, and then started
within 24 hours.

aPress RECORD/PAUSE to stop

recording.

bSet POWER to OFF and leave cassette

in Camcorder.

cTo resume recording, set POWER to

CAMERA.

dPress RECORD/PAUSE to resume

recording.

Note:

• Use Manual Easy Edit (left) if more than

24 hours before recording is resumed.

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Camera Recording

CAMERA

OFF

VCR

PHOTO

Programmed Recording

Set a recording start and stop time. Or,
set a 5 or 10 second interval recording
to be done each minute.

FARFAR

UP

FOCUSFOCUS

DISPLAY

NEARNEAR

MENU

DOWN

1, 2, 3

4

PHOTO

CAMERA

VCR

OFF

REC TIME :

*1 Record 5 seconds each minute.
*2 Record 10 seconds each minute.

Before you begin...

• Connect Camcorder to power source.
Use AC Adaptor for longer recordings.

• Insert cassette with record tab (page 11).

• Set POWER to CAMERA.

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1Press MENU for MENU

mode. Press UP ▲ or
DOWN ▼ to select

PROGRAMMED REC .

2Press DISPLAY.

(Current time is
displayed.)

Each additional press
of DISPLAY increases

start time by 30 minutes.

3Press DOWN ▼ to

select REC TIME .
Press DISPLAY

repeatedly to select one
of the options shown at
left.

To cancel the setup, press MENU twice.

4Press RECORD/PAUSE

to place Camcorder in
stand-by mode.

MENU MENU

PROGRAMMED RECPROGRAMMED REC

TITITLETLE ; ; AUTO/MANUALAUTO/MANUAL
SHUTTERSHUTTER ; ; AUTOAUTO
STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFFSTAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
CLOCK SETCLOCK SET

▼

SELECTSELECT : PUSH : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY KEY
SETSET : PUSH : PUSH DIDISPLAY KEYSPLAY KEY
ENDEND : PUSH MENU KEY: PUSH MENU KEY

START START ; ;
RECREC TIME ; 10MIN.TIME ; 10MIN.

SELECT : PUSH SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEYSET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
START : PUSH RECORD KEYSTART : PUSH RECORD KEY
CANCEL: PUSH MENU KEYCANCEL: PUSH MENU KEY

10:20:0010:20:00

START ; START ;

RECREC TIMETIME ; 10MIN. ; 10MIN.

SELECT : PUSH SELECT : PUSH ▼/▲ KEY KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEYSET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
START : PUSH RECORD KEYSTART : PUSH RECORD KEY
CANCEL: PUSH MENU KEYCANCEL: PUSH MENU KEY

10:20:0010:20:00

STAND-BY

START ; 10:20PM
REC TIME ; 10MIN.

10:20:00

PM

JUN

1 2001

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PAGE PAGE 1/21/2

10 : 20PM 10 : 20PM

PMPM

10 : 20PM 10 : 20PM

PMPM

Recording will be done as scheduled.

Note:

• Start time may not be set over 24 hours from
current time.

• Camcorder shuts off at tape end, or 12 hours
after Interval Recording starts.

• To cancel, set

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

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POWER to OFF.