Panasonic PV GS83 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
Digital Video Camcorder  
Model No.  
PV-GS83  
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.  
Mini  
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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:  
Model No.:  
Panasonic  
PV-GS83  
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.  
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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DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR  
THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN  
NOT IN USE.  
Precautions  
USE & LOCATION  
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.  
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  
-If you see this symbol-  
Information on Disposal in other  
Countries outside the European Union  
This symbol is only valid in the  
European Union.  
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.  
If you wish to discard this product,  
please contact your local  
authorities or dealer and ask for  
the correct method of disposal.  
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:  
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  
Playback mode  
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  
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  
LED video light ........................................... 24  
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  
Record mode  
Check before recording ................................. 25  
Recording on a tape ...................................... 26  
Recording check............................................ 27  
Blank search function .................................... 27  
Recording still pictures on a card  
(Uninstall) ................................................... 51  
Notes............................................................. 52  
while recording image onto a tape .............. 28  
Recording still pictures onto a card  
Menu  
(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  
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/  
(Scene mode).............................................. 34  
Recording in natural colors  
(White balance)........................................... 35  
Manual focus adjustment............................... 36  
Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment ... 37  
Guía española para el uso rápido............... 76  
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Before using  
3 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close  
the cassette holder.  
Quick Guide  
ª Charging the battery  
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and  
the AC jack.  
1
2 Put the battery on the battery mount by  
aligning the mark and then securely plug it  
in.  
PUSH  
4 Only after the cassette holder is completely  
housed, close the cassette cover.  
ª Inserting/removing a card  
1 Open the card slot cover.  
ª Attaching the battery  
Push the battery against the battery holder and  
slide it until it clicks.  
2 Insert/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.  
ª Inserting/removing a cassette  
1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the  
cassette cover.  
OPEN/  
EJECT  
3 Securely close the card slot cover.  
ª How to turn on the power  
1 While pressing the button 1, set the  
[OFF/ON] switch to [ON].  
2 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/  
remove the cassette.  
1
OFF  
ON  
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Before using  
1 Press the Photoshot button [  
].  
ª How to turn off the power  
1 While pressing the button 1, set the  
[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].  
1
OFF  
ON  
ª Recording on a tape  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
ª Playing back tape  
Set to Tape Playback Mode.  
1 Press the recording start/stop button to  
start recording.  
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.)  
2 Press the recording start/stop button again  
to pause recording.  
:  
Stop  
ª Playing back card  
Set to Card Playback Mode.  
ª Recording still pictures onto a card  
(Photoshot)  
Set to Card Recording Mode.  
1 Operate with joystick.  
E:  
Plays back the previous picture.  
Plays back the next picture.  
D:  
1/: Slide show (Plays back the still pictures  
on the card in order) start/pause  
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Before using  
Parts identification and handling  
Before using  
Accessories  
ª Camcorder  
The following are the accessories supplied with  
this product.  
1 )  
(1)  
(4)  
(5)  
(2)  
(3)  
PV-DAC14D  
CGR-DU06  
AY-DVM60EJ  
K2GJ2DC00011 K2CA2CA00025  
2 )  
4 )  
3 )  
K2KC4CB00020  
(1) Built-in LED video light -24-  
(2) White balance sensor -35-, -67-  
(3) Grip belt -12-  
(4) Lens  
(5) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -30-, -32-  
1) AC adaptor, DC cable, AC cable -12-  
2) Battery pack -12-  
3) AV cable -39-, -43-  
(6) (7)  
(8)  
4) Mini DV Tape  
(6) Mode select switch  
[AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] -25-, -34-, -35-,  
-36-, -37-  
(7) Reset button [RESET] -62-  
(8) Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -39-, -43-  
Use the supplied AV cable only.  
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(15)  
(16)  
(17)  
(9)  
(22)  
(23)  
(24)  
(18)  
(19)  
(20)  
(10)  
(11)  
(12)  
(13)  
(21)  
(25)  
(26)  
(27)  
(14)  
BATTERY  
(22) LCD monitor -16-, -66-  
Due to limitations in LCD production  
(9) Viewfinder -16-, -66-  
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.  
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.  
(23) LCD monitor open part -16-  
(24) Speaker -38-  
(25) Card access lamp -19-  
(26) Card slot -19-  
(27) Card slot cover -19-  
(10) Battery holder -13-  
(11) USB terminal [ ] -46-  
(12) DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -13-  
(13) DV input/output terminal [DV] -43-, -44-, -45-,  
-50-  
(14) Battery release lever [BATTERY] -13-  
(15) Power switch [OFF/ON] -14-  
(16) Status indicator -14-  
(17) Menu button [MENU] -22-  
(18) Light Button [LIGHT] -24-  
(19) Joystick -20-  
(30)  
(31)  
(28)  
(32)  
(29)  
(20) Mode dial -20-  
(21) Recording start/stop button -26-  
(33)  
(28) Cassette holder -18-  
(29) Accessory shoe  
Accessories, such as a Video DC light  
(optional), are attached here.  
(30) Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -18-  
(31) Cassette cover -18-  
(32) Zoom lever [W/T] -29-  
Volume lever [s /VOLr] -38-  
(33) Photoshot button [  
] -28-  
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Before using  
The grip belt  
Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.  
1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.  
(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.  
1 Flip the belt.  
2 Adjust the length.  
3 Fix the belt.  
Power supply  
ª Charging the battery  
Attaching the lens cap  
When this product is purchased, the battery is not  
charged. Charge the battery before using this  
product.  
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.  
Battery charging time. (-14-)  
When not using the lens cap, pull the lens cap  
cord in the direction of the arrow. 1  
We recommend using Panasonic batteries.  
(-10-, -70-)  
When you are not recording, be sure to cover  
the lens with the lens cap for protection. 2  
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.  
1
2
When you remove the lens cap, press the knobs  
firmly.  
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Before using  
ª Charging lamp  
ª Attaching the battery  
Push the battery against the battery holder and  
slide it until it clicks.  
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 Removing the battery  
While sliding the [BATTERY] lever, slide the  
battery to remove it.  
ª Connecting to the AC outlet  
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].  
1
CAUTION  
1 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.  
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.  
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.  
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Before using  
Charging time and recordable time  
Turning the Camcorder on  
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.  
When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens  
cap attached, the automatic white balance  
adjustment (-67-) may not function properly.  
Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the  
lens cap.  
ª How to turn on the power  
1 While pressing the button 1, set the  
[OFF/ON] switch to [ON].  
Supplied  
battery/  
CGR-DU06  
(7.2 V/  
A
B
1 h 40 min  
1 h 45 min  
(1 h 25 min)  
45 min  
C
640 mAh)  
1
(40 min)  
CGA-DU12  
(7.2 V/  
1150 mAh)  
A
B
2 h 25 min  
3 h 10 min  
(2 h 40 min)  
1 h 25 min  
(1 h 10 min)  
3 h 55 min  
5 h 30 min  
(4 h 30 min)  
2 h 30 min  
(2 h 05 min)  
OFF  
ON  
C
The Status indicator lights red and the power  
turns on.  
In Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording  
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.  
CGA-DU21  
(7.2 V/  
2040 mAh)  
A
B
C
ª How to turn off the power  
1 While pressing the button 1, set the  
[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].  
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
OFF  
ON  
“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).  
Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] when not  
using the Camcorder.  
The Status indicator goes off when the power  
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  
Setting date and time  
the LCD monitor/viewfinder  
When the Camcorder is turned on for the first  
time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.  
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  
ON  
1 Open the LCD monitor out or extend the  
viewfinder to use. (-16-)  
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-)  
The LCD monitor or viewfinder will be  
activated.  
2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the  
viewfinder.  
OFF  
ON  
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.  
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  
[ON] (-17-), the unit goes into quick start  
standby mode and the Status indicator lights  
green.)  
3 Press 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.  
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.  
ª 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  
OFF  
ON  
The Status indicator lights red and the power  
turns on.  
recharged.)  
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Before using  
Using the LCD monitor  
Using the viewfinder  
You can record the image while viewing it on the  
opened LCD monitor.  
1 Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of  
the arrow.  
ª Extending the viewfinder  
1 Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by  
pinching the extension knob.  
It can open up to 90o.  
2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor  
according to your preference.  
The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD  
monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be  
deactivated.)  
ª Adjusting the field of view  
1 Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece  
corrector knob.  
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1 180o  
2 90o  
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.  
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You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder  
from the menu.  
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Before using  
ª To cancel Quick Start  
Quick Start  
1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [OFF].  
(-22-)  
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  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON].  
(-22-)  
2 While the [OFF/ON] switch is still set to  
[ON], close the LCD monitor and retract the  
Viewfinder.  
If [POWER SAVE] (-27-) is set to [5 MINUTES]  
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.  
OFF  
ON  
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.  
OFF  
ON  
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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Before using  
ª When the cassette holder does not  
Inserting/removing a cassette  
come out  
1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on  
the power.  
2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the  
cassette cover.  
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.  
OPEN/  
EJECT  
When the cover is fully opened, the cassette  
holder will come out.  
3 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/  
remove the cassette.  
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.  
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.  
4 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close  
the cassette holder.  
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).  
1
1
R
E
C
PUSH  
SAVE  
The cassette holder is housed.  
5 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. (-65-)  
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. (-63-)  
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Before using  
ª Card access lamp  
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.  
When the Camcorder accesses the card  
(reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the  
access lamp lights up.  
1
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.  
OFF  
ON  
Check that the Status indicator has gone off.  
2 Open the card slot cover.  
Inserting or removing the card.  
Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode  
dial.  
Removing the battery or the AC adaptor.  
ª SD Card  
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.  
3 Insert/remove the card into/from the card  
slot.  
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.)  
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, press the center of  
the card and then pull it straight out.  
4 Securely close the card slot cover.  
ª 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.  
ª Concerning the card  
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.  
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Before using  
Selecting a mode  
How to use the joystick  
Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.  
1 Rotate the mode dial.  
ª Basic joystick operations  
Operations on the menu screen and selection  
of files to be played back on the multi-image  
display  
Set your desired mode to 1.  
1
Move the joystick up, down, left or right to select  
an item or file and then push in the center to set it.  
1
3
Joystick  
5
: TAPE RECORDING MODE  
4
2
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.)  
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.  
: TAPE PLAYBACK MODE  
Use this to play back a tape.  
: CARD RECORDING MODE  
Use this to record still pictures on a card.  
ª 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.)  
: CARD PLAYBACK MODE  
Use this to play back the still pictures recorded on  
a card.  
PC  
: PC CONNECTION MODE  
You can view or edit the still pictures recorded on  
a card on your personal computer. (-46-)  
1) Tape recording mode  
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to  
[AUTO])  
1
2
1/3 3  
1
Fade  
-32-  
-30-  
-22-  
-31-  
-31-  
-27-  
-27-  
Backlight compensation  
Help mode  
2
2/3  
Soft skin mode  
MagicPix  
3
2
3/3  
Recording check  
Blank search  
1
1 is displayed while recording on a tape.  
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Before using  
2) Tape recording mode  
4) Card recording mode  
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to  
[AUTO])  
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to  
[MANUAL])  
2
1/2 3  
1
Self-timer recording  
Backlight compensation  
Help mode  
-33-  
-30-  
-22-  
-31-  
2
2/2 2  
Soft skin mode  
5) Card recording mode  
1
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to  
[MANUAL])  
2
2
Iris or gain value  
White balance  
Shutter speed  
-37-  
-35-  
-37-  
4/4 3  
1
2
5/5  
Manual focus adjustment  
-36-  
1
1
1 is displayed while recording on a tape.  
2
3/3 3  
1
Iris or gain value  
White balance  
Shutter speed  
-37-  
-35-  
-37-  
2 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/MANUAL/  
FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]).  
3) Tape playback mode  
2
4/4  
Manual focus adjustment  
-36-  
1
1 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/  
MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]).  
6) Card playback mode  
3
4
2
1
Playback/pause  
Stop  
-38-  
-38-  
-38-  
Rewind (review playback)  
Fast forward (cue playback) -38-  
3
4
2
1
Slide show start/pause  
Delete  
-40-  
-41-  
Playback the previous picture -40-  
Playback the next picture  
-40-  
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Before using  
Help mode  
Switching the language  
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.  
You can switch the language on the screen  
display or the menu screen.  
1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired  
language.  
1
Using the menu screen  
2 Move the joystick right to select the Help  
mode icon [ ].  
For each individual menu, please refer to -54-.  
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.  
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to  
select the top menu.  
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.  
3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the  
selection.  
An explanation of the selected icon is  
displayed on the screen.  
Each time the joystick is moved down, the  
indication changes.  
ª To exit the Help mode  
Select [EXIT] icon or press the [MENU] button.  
4 Move the joystick up or down in order to  
select the sub-menu.  
When the Help mode is used, it is not possible  
to record or set the functions.  
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Before using  
5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the  
selection.  
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder  
ª Adjusting the brightness and color  
level  
1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >>  
[YES].  
6 Move the joystick up or down in order to  
select the item to be set.  
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to  
select the item to be adjusted.  
[LCD SET]  
7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.  
: Brightness of the LCD monitor  
: Color level of the LCD monitor  
[EVF SET]  
:Brightness of the viewfinder  
ª To exit the menu screen  
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.  
Press the [MENU] button.  
ª To get back to the previous screen  
Move the joystick left.  
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.  
ª About the menu setting  
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.  
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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.  
1 Press the [LIGHT] button. 1  
LIGHT  
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.  
2 Press the [LIGHT] button. 2  
The gain up mode is set to off.  
To eliminate washed out images, use this  
mode.  
3 Press the [LIGHT] button. 3  
The LED video light turns off.  
Pressing the [LIGHT] button again returns to  
1.  
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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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Record mode  
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder (-23-)  
Record mode  
Power supply (-12-)  
Insert a cassette/card (-18-, -19-)  
Setting date/time (-15-)  
Setting SP/LP mode (-25-)  
Check before recording  
Check the following before recording important  
events such as weddings or when the Camcorder  
has not been used for a long time.  
Conduct a test recording to make sure that the  
image recording and the audio recording work  
properly.  
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: -67-  
ª Basic Camcorder positioning  
Auto focusing: -67-  
Depending on the brightness of the subject etc.,  
the aperture and shutter speed are  
automatically adjusted for an optimum  
brightness. (When set to the tape recording  
mode: The shutter speed is adjusted to a  
maximum of 1/250.)  
1)  
Color balance and focus may not be adjusted  
depending on light sources or scenes. If so,  
manually adjust the white balance and focus.  
2)  
4)  
3)  
Scene mode setting (-34-)  
White balance setting (-35-)  
Shutter speed setting (-37-)  
Iris/gain value setting (-37-)  
Focus setting (-36-)  
5)  
ª Recording mode  
1) Hold the Camcorder with both hands.  
2) Run your hand through the grip belt.  
3) Do not cover the microphones or sensors with  
your hands.  
You can switch the tape recording mode.  
Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.  
1 Set [BASIC] or [ADVANCED] >>  
[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.  
4) Keep your arms near your body.  
5) Slightly open your legs.  
When you are outdoors, record pictures with the  
sunlight as far in the background as possible. If  
the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the  
recording.  
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.  
ª Check points  
Remove the lens cap. (-12-)  
(When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens  
cap attached, the automatic white balance  
adjustment may not function properly. Please  
turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens  
cap.)  
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.  
Grip belt adjustment (-12-)  
Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.  
(Recording cannot start while the LCD monitor  
is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. Even if  
the LCD monitor and viewfinder are closed  
during recording, the power will not turn off until  
recording stops.)  
Playback of the image on other digital video  
equipment recorded in the LP mode.  
Frame-by-frame playback.  
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Record mode  
ª On-screen display in the tape  
Recording on a tape  
recording mode  
Remove the lens cap. (-12-)  
1)  
2)  
(When the Camcorder is turned on with the  
lens cap attached, the automatic white  
balance adjustment may not function  
properly. Please turn the Camcorder on after  
removing the lens cap.)  
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When this unit is purchased, the aspect ratio is  
set to [16:9] for recording images compatible with  
a wide-screen TV. To make this unit compatible  
with regular TVs (4:3), change the [ASPECT]  
setting before recording the images (-33-) or  
change the [TV ASPECT] setting when watching  
them on the connected TV (-39-).  
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1) Recording time elapse  
2) Remaining tape indication  
3) Still picture size  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
4) Card indication (-57-)  
5) Number of recordable still pictures  
(When no picture can be recorded, this  
indication will flash in red.)  
6) Quality of still pictures  
1 Press the recording start/stop button to  
start recording.  
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.  
2 Press the recording start/stop button again  
to pause recording.  
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For the recording time on a tape, refer to -14-.  
Carry out a recording check (-27-) to verify that  
the image is recorded properly.  
In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out  
the blank search (-27-) .  
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Record mode  
ª [POWER SAVE]  
[OFF]: When 5 minutes passes without  
Blank search function  
Searches for the last part of the image recorded  
(unused part of the tape). After the search is  
finished, the blank search function is canceled  
and the Camcorder is put into recording pause.  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during  
the recording pause. Move the joystick  
down until icon 1 appears.  
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.  
2 Move the joystick right to select the blank  
search icon [ ].  
In the following cases, the power may not turn  
off even when set [POWER SAVE] >>  
[5 MINUTES].  
1
When connecting to the AC outlet  
(When using the AC adaptor)  
When connecting the USB cable or the DV  
cable to a personal computer or other  
equipment  
3 When the confirmation message appears,  
select [YES] and press the center of the  
joystick.  
ª Stopping blank search midway  
through  
Move the joystick down to select the [] icon.  
When in PC Connection Mode  
Recording check  
The last image recorded is played back for 2 to  
3 seconds. After checking, the Camcorder will be  
set to recording pause.  
Set to Tape 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 left to select the  
recording check icon [ ].  
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.  
1
The [RECORDING CHECK STARTED]  
indication appears on the screen of the  
Camcorder.  
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Record mode  
Recording still pictures on a card  
while recording image onto a tape  
Recording still pictures onto a card  
(Photoshot)  
You can record still pictures while recording  
image onto a tape.  
Set to Card Recording Mode.  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
1 Press the Photoshot button [  
recording image onto a tape.  
] while  
1 Press the Photoshot button [  
].  
For the number of still pictures that can be  
recorded on a card, refer to -69-.  
When recording pictures onto a card, the  
recording start/stop button is disabled.  
You can select the picture quality for still  
pictures to be recorded. (-29-)  
In order to record higher quality still pictures,  
you must use the card recording mode.  
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.  
ª To record still pictures clearly  
When zooming in on the subject with a  
magnification of 4k 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.  
For the number of still pictures that can be  
recorded on a card, refer to -69- .  
Moving pictures and sound cannot be recorded  
onto a card.  
While data is being recorded on a card, do not  
operate the mode dial.  
When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the  
card.  
Another product may degrade or not play back  
data recorded on this Camcorder.  
If you set [PICT.QUALITY] >> [  
], mosaic-  
pattern noise may appear on a playback image  
depending on the picture content.  
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Record mode  
ª On-screen display in the card  
Zoom in/out function  
recording mode  
You can zoom in up to 32k optically.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Wide-angle recording (zoom out):  
Push the [W/T] lever towards [W].  
Close-up recording (zoom in):  
1)  
Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].  
2)  
3)  
4)  
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VOL  
1) Still picture size  
2) Card indication (-57-)  
3) Number of recordable still pictures  
(When no picture can be recorded, this  
indication will flash in red.)  
1t W  
T
4) Quality of still pictures  
ª Select the picture quality for  
5t W  
T
photoshot images  
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICT.QUALITY] >> select  
the desired picture quality.  
32t W  
T
[
]:High picture quality  
[
]:Normal picture quality  
You can also change the picture quality on  
[ADVANCED] >> [PICT.QUALITY] in the tape  
recording mode.  
When zooming in and taking a picture while  
holding the Camcorder by hand, we recommend  
using the optical image stabilizer function.  
When you are zooming in on a faraway subject,  
a sharper focus is achieved if the recording  
subject is 1.3 m (4.3 feet) or further from the  
Camcorder.  
ª Recording with a shutter operation  
effect  
You can add a shutter operation simulating  
sound.  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >>  
[ON].  
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. 2 cm  
(0.8 inches) away from the lens.  
Be aware that a mechanical sound may be  
recorded when the [W/T] lever is released while  
zooming. Gently move the zoom lever back to  
it’s original position before releasing it.  
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Record mode  
ª Digital zoom function  
Recording yourself  
If the zoom magnification exceeds 32 times, then  
the digital zoom function will be activated. The  
digital zoom function allows you to select a  
magnification from 50k to 1000k.  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
You can record yourself while viewing the LCD  
monitor. You can record persons in front of the  
Camcorder while presenting them the image. The  
image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror  
image. (However the image to be recorded is not  
altered.)  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [50k] or  
[1000k].  
Extend the viewfinder to see the picture  
while recording.  
50t W  
T
1
Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.  
[OFF]:Optical zoom only (Up to 32k)  
[50k]:Digital zoom (Up to 50k)  
[1000k]:Digital zoom (Up to 1000k)  
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.  
When the Wide function is set, a vertically oriented  
display appears on the viewfinder screen, this is  
normal and not indicative of any trouble.  
ª About the variable speed zoom  
function  
The zoom speed varies according to the amount  
of movement of the [W/T] lever.  
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.  
ª To use the zoom microphone function  
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 [ADVANCED] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON].  
Backlight compensation function  
This protects a backlit subject from being darkened.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move  
the joystick down until icon 1 appears.  
2 Move the joystick up to select the backlight  
compensation icon [ ].  
ZOOM  
ª
1
The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION ON]  
indication appears on the screen of the  
Camcorder.  
The image on the screen will become  
brighter.  
ª To return to normal recording  
Select the [ ] icon again.  
The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION OFF]  
indication appears on the screen of the  
Camcorder.  
Backlight compensation is canceled when you  
turn off the power or operate the mode dial.  
Backlight compensation is canceled when you  
activate the MagicPix function.  
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Record mode  
MagicPix function  
Soft skin mode  
This function allows you to record color subjects  
in dark locations to stand out against the  
background.  
This allows the skin color to be recorded in a  
softer tone. This is more effective if you record a  
person closely from the torso up.  
Attach the Camcorder to a tripod and you can  
record images free from vibration.  
Recorded scene is seen as if frames were  
missed.  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move  
the joystick down until icon 1 appears.  
2 Move the joystick up to select the MagicPix  
icon [ ].  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move  
the joystick down until icon 1 appears.  
2 Move the joystick left to select the soft skin  
icon [ ].  
1
The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] indication  
appears on the screen of the Camcorder.  
1
ª To cancel the soft skin mode  
Select the [ ] icon again.  
The [SOFT SKIN MODE OFF] indication  
appears on the screen of the Camcorder.  
The [MAGICPIX ON] indication appears on  
the screen of the Camcorder.  
If it is difficult to focus, adjust the focus  
manually. (-36-)  
If the background or anything else in the scene  
has colors similar to the skin color, they will also  
be smoothed.  
If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may  
not be clear.  
ª To cancel the MagicPix function  
Select the [ ] icon again.  
The [MAGICPIX OFF] indication appears on the  
screen of the Camcorder.  
If set in a bright place, the screen may become  
whitish for a while.  
The MagicPix function makes the signal  
charging time of the CCD up to approximately  
30k longer than usual, so that dark scenes (a  
minimum of 2 lx) 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  
turn off the power or operate the mode dial.  
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Record mode  
ª To select the color for fade in/fade out  
Fade in/fade out function  
The color which appears in fading pictures can be  
selected.  
Fade in  
The image and audio gradually appear.  
Fade out  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FADE COLOR] >>  
[BLACK] or [WHITE].  
The image and audio gradually disappear.  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move  
the joystick down until icon 1 appears.  
2 Move the joystick left to select the fade icon  
While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it  
takes several seconds to display the image  
when you start recording images. Besides, it  
also takes several seconds to pause recording.  
[
].  
Wind noise reduction function  
This reduces the wind noise coming into the  
microphone when recording.  
Set to Tape Recording Mode.  
1 Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].  
B
1
The [FADE ON] indication appears on the  
screen of the Camcorder.  
3 Press the recording start/stop button.  
Start recording. (fade in)  
When you start recording, the image/audio  
disappears completely and the image/audio  
gradually appears.  
ª To cancel the wind noise reduction  
function  
Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF].  
The default setting is [ON].  
Reduces the wind noise depending on the wind  
strength. (If this function is activated in strong  
winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When  
the wind weakens, the stereo effect will be  
restored.)  
Pause recording. (fade out)  
The image/audio gradually disappears. After the  
image/audio completely disappears, recording  
stops.  
ª To cancel fading  
Select the [ ] icon again.  
The [FADE OFF] indication appears on the  
screen of the Camcorder.  
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Record mode  
Self-timer recording  
Wide/4:3 function  
You can record still pictures on a card using the  
timer.  
This allows you to record images compatible with  
wide-screen TVs.  
Set to Card Recording Mode.  
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move  
the joystick down until icon 1 appears.  
2 Move the joystick left to select the self-timer  
recording icon [ ].  
Wide Function  
Images are recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio.  
4:3 Function  
Images are recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Wide Function  
Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [16:9].  
4:3 Function  
Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [4:3].  
1
ª To Cancel the Wide/4:3 Function  
Wide Function  
Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [4:3].  
4:3 Function  
Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [16:9].  
The [SELF-TIMER ON] indication appears on  
the screen of the Camcorder.  
3 Press the Photoshot button [  
].  
The default setting is [16:9].  
In the wide-screen mode, the menu screens,  
operation icons and other screen displays  
appear horizontally oriented.  
When images are played back on a TV screen,  
the date/time indication may be erased in some  
cases.  
Depending on the TV, the picture quality may  
deteriorate.  
If still pictures recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio  
are played back when [TV ASPECT] is set to  
[16:9], part of the operation icons and other  
displays will appear on the black bands on the  
left and right of the picture.  
After the [ ] indication flashes for approx.  
10 seconds, recording will start. After  
recording, the self-timer will be canceled.  
ª To stop the timer midway through  
Press the [MENU] button.  
Concerning the TV to be connected and TV  
used for playback  
When playing back images taken by this unit  
on a TV screen, change the setting  
established by Tape/Card playback mode  
[SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] to match the  
aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) of the TV monitor to  
be connected. (-39-)  
The self-timer standby mode is canceled when  
you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.  
Depending on the settings of the TV  
connected, the images may not be displayed  
properly. For more information, please read  
the operating instructions for the TV.  
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Optical image stabilizer function  
Recording in various situations  
(Scene mode)  
This feature reduces the jitter caused by hand  
movement when recording.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [ON].  
When you record images in different situations,  
this mode automatically sets optimum shutter  
speeds and apertures.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to  
[MANUAL].  
ª To cancel the optical image stabilizer  
function  
Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [OFF].  
2 Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the  
desired mode.  
In the following cases, the optical image  
stabilizer function may not work effectively.  
When the digital zoom is used  
When the Camcorder is shaken greatly  
When you record a moving subject while  
tracking it  
1)  
2)  
3)  
4)  
Guideline function  
View the slope and the balance of the image  
while recording.  
You can check if the image is level while  
recording motion pictures. The function can also  
be used to estimate the balance of the  
composition.  
5)  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [GUIDE LINES] >>  
[ON].  
1) [5] Sports mode  
To record sports scenes or scenes where  
there are quick motions  
2)  
3)  
4)  
5)  
[
] Portrait mode  
To make people stand out against the  
background  
] Low light mode  
[
To make the scene brighter in dark  
conditions  
] Spotlight mode  
ª To cancel the guideline function  
[
Set [ADVANCED] >> [GUIDE LINES] >> [OFF].  
To make the subject under a spotlight look  
more attractive  
] Surf & snow mode  
The guide lines do not appear on the images  
actually recorded.  
[
To record images in bright places such as  
ski slopes and beaches  
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Record mode  
ª To cancel the scene mode function  
Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set  
the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].  
Recording in natural colors  
(White balance)  
The automatic white balance function may not  
reproduce natural colors depending on the  
scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust  
the white balance manually.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to  
[MANUAL].  
Sports mode  
This mode reduces Camcorder shakes for the  
playback pause of recorded pictures.  
During normal playback, the image  
movement may not look smooth.  
Avoid recording under fluorescent light,  
mercury light or sodium light because the  
color and brightness of the playback image  
may change.  
If you record a subject illuminated with strong  
light or a highly reflective subject, vertical  
lines of light may appear.  
If the brightness is insufficient, the sports  
mode does not function. The [5] indication  
flashes.  
2 Move the joystick up to select the white  
balance icon [ ].  
If this mode is used indoors, the screen may  
flicker.  
MNL  
Portrait mode  
If this mode is used indoors, the screen may  
flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting  
to [OFF].  
Low light mode  
Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be  
recorded finely.  
3 Move the joystick left or right in order to  
select the white balance mode.  
Spotlight mode  
1)  
2)  
1 AWB  
1
If the recording subject is extremely bright,  
the recorded image may become whitish and  
the periphery of the recorded image  
extremely dark.  
3)  
4)  
Surf & snow mode  
1
1
If the recording subject is extremely bright,  
the recorded image may become whitish.  
1) Auto white balance adjustment [  
]
AWB  
2) Indoor mode (for recording under  
incandescent lamps) [  
3) Outdoor mode [  
4) Manual adjustment mode [  
]
]
]
ª To restore to the automatic  
adjustment  
Move the joystick left or right until the [  
]
AWB  
indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/  
FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].  
When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens  
cap attached, the automatic white balance  
adjustment may not function properly. Please turn  
the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.  
When setting both the white balance and the  
iris/gain, set the white balance first.  
Whenever recording conditions change, re-set  
the white balance for correct adjustment.  
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ª To set the white balance manually  
Manual focus adjustment  
Select [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white  
subject on the entire screen, move the joystick up  
to select the [ ] indication.  
If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions,  
then manual focusing is available.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to  
[MANUAL].  
The white balance is set when the [  
]
indication stops flashing.  
ª About flashing of the [ ] indication  
When the manual adjustment mode is  
selected  
Flashing indicates that the white balance  
previously adjusted is stored. This setting is  
stored until the white balance is adjusted again.  
When white balance cannot be set in the  
manual adjustment mode  
White balance may not be adjusted properly in  
the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If  
required, use the auto white balance mode.  
Setting in the manual adjustment mode  
When the setting is completed, it will keep lit.  
2 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to  
[FOCUS].  
ª About the white balance sensor  
The white balance sensor detects the type of light  
source during recording.  
Do not cover the white balance sensor during  
recording or it may not function properly.  
MNL  
MF  
The [ MNL ] indication and the manual focus [MF]  
indication appears.  
3 Move the joystick left or right in order to  
adjust the focus.  
MNL  
MF  
When focused with a wide angle, the subject  
may not be in focus when zoomed in. First,  
zoom in on the subject and then focus on it.  
ª To restore to the automatic  
adjustment  
Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to  
[AUTO] or [FOCUS].  
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Record mode  
During normal playback, image movement may  
Manual shutter speed/aperture  
adjustment  
not look smooth.  
When recording in an extremely bright place,  
the color of the screen may change or flicker. If  
this happens adjust the shutter speed manually  
to 1/60 or 1/100.  
Shutter Speed  
Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.  
Aperture  
Manual iris/gain adjustment  
Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.  
Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.  
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to  
[MANUAL].  
Set the shutter speed before setting the  
aperture (iris/gain) when manually adjusting  
both settings.  
If the value does not become “OPEN”, you  
cannot adjust the gain value.  
If the gain value is increased, the noise on the  
screen increases.  
Depending on the zoom magnification, there are  
iris values that are not displayed.  
ª Shutter speed range  
2 Move the joystick left or right to select  
aperture icon [ ] or shutter speed icon  
1/60 to 1/8000 seconds: Tape Recording Mode  
1/60 to 1/500 seconds: Card Recording Mode  
The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.  
[
] .  
MNL  
ª Iris/gain value range  
CLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F2.0,  
OPEN (Opened: F1.8) 0dB, ..., 18dB  
Value closer to [CLOSE] darkens the image.  
Value closer to [18dB] brightens the image.  
Values with dB are gain values.  
3 Move the joystick left or right in order to  
adjust the shutter speed or aperture.  
MNL  
1
/60  
OPEN  
OdB  
1)  
2)  
MNL  
MNL  
1/60  
1/1000  
F2.0  
0dB  
1) Shutter speed  
2) (Aperture) Iris/gain value  
ª To restore to automatic adjustment  
Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to  
[AUTO].  
Manual shutter speed adjustment  
Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury  
light or sodium light because the color and  
brightness of the playback image may change.  
If you increase the shutter speed manually, the  
sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value  
increases automatically, which may increase  
the noise on the screen.  
You may see vertical lines of light in the  
playback image of a brightly shining subject or  
highly reflective subject, but this is not a  
malfunction.  
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Playback mode  
ª To adjust volume  
Playback mode  
Playing back tape  
Adjust the speaker volume for playback.  
1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever to adjust the  
volume.  
Set to Tape Playback Mode.  
(An operation icon automatically appears on  
the LCD monitor.)  
VOL  
1 Operate with joystick.  
Towards [r]: increases the volume  
Towards [`]: decreases the volume  
(The nearer the bar is to [r], the higher the  
volume.)  
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.)  
When the adjustment is completed, the volume  
indication will disappear.  
If you do not hear the sound, check the settings  
of [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].  
:  
Stop  
ª Repeat playback  
The power will not turn off when the LCD  
monitor and the viewfinder are closed and  
retracted during Tape playback mode.  
During cue/review playback, fast-moving  
images may show noise as a mosaic.  
Before and after cue/review playback, the  
screen may become blue for a moment or  
images may be disturbed.  
When the tape end is reached, the tape will be  
rewound and played back again.  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REPEAT PLAY] >>  
[ON].  
The [  
] indication appears. (In order to  
cancel the repeat playback mode, set  
[REPEAT PLAY] >> [OFF] or turn off the  
power.)  
ª Settings on the audio  
If you cannot listen to the desired audio when  
playing back a tape, check the settings in  
[SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].  
When you record the audio in [12bit] and set  
[SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX], the audio  
will be played back in stereo sound regardless  
of the settings in [AUDIO OUT].  
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Playback mode  
Frame-by-frame playback  
Playback on TV  
Set to Tape Playback Mode.  
1 During playback, move the joystick up to  
select the [1/;] icon to pause playback.  
Images recorded by this Camcorder can be  
played back on a TV.  
Insert a recorded tape or card into this  
Camcorder.  
Be sure that the power of the unit is turned off  
before connecting it to a TV.  
1 Connect the Camcorder and a TV.  
2 Push the [s /VOLr] lever.  
[VIDEO IN]  
[AUDIO IN]  
VOL  
A/V  
1
Connect the Camcorder and a TV by using  
the AV cable 1.  
2 Turn on this Camcorder and set the mode  
dial to the Tape Playback Mode (or Card  
Playback Mode).  
3 Select the input channel on the TV.  
If the images are not played back correctly on  
the TV (e.g. they are displayed vertically),  
perform the menu operations in accordance  
with the aspect ratio of the TV monitor.  
Set [SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] >> [16:9] or  
[4:3].  
Towards [T]: normal direction  
Towards [W]: reversed direction  
If you keep pushing the lever, then the images  
will continuously be played back frame by  
frame.  
The pause icon appears for an instant.  
Continuous frame-by-frame playback will start  
after the pause icon disappears.  
4 Move the joystick up to select the [1/;]  
icon to start playback.  
The image and audio are output on the TV.  
5 Move the joystick down to select the []  
icon to stop playback.  
ª To return to normal playback  
Move the joystick up to select the [1/;] icon to  
start playback.  
Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying  
about the battery running down.  
ª If the image or audio from this  
Camcorder is not output on the TV  
Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they  
go.  
Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-56-)  
Check the connected terminal.  
Check the TV’s input setting (input switch).  
(For more information, please read the  
operating instructions for the TV.)  
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Playback mode  
ª To display multiple playback files  
Playing back card  
Multiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are  
Set to Card Playback Mode.  
(An operation icon automatically appears on  
the LCD monitor.)  
displayed.  
1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever to switch the  
images.  
1 Operate with joystick.  
100-0001  
Towards [r]: Full-screen display  
(Displays 1 image.)  
Towards [`]: Multi-screen display  
(Displays 6 files on 1 screen.)  
In the multi-screen display,  
Move the joystick to select a file (The  
selected file will be encircled by an orange  
frame) and press to determine it. The  
selected file is full-screen displayed.  
If there are 7 files or more, then move the  
joystick. The next or previous multi-screen  
will be displayed.  
E:  
Plays back the previous picture  
Plays back the next picture  
D:  
1/: Slide show (Plays back the still pictures  
on the card in order) start/pause  
The power will not turn off when the LCD  
monitor and the viewfinder are closed and  
retracted during Card playback mode.  
Even if the operation icon does not appear, the  
previous or next picture can be displayed.  
While the data on a card are played back, do  
not operate the mode dial.  
ª About the compatibility of still  
pictures  
The Camcorder is compliant with the unified  
standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File  
system) established by JEITA (Japan  
Electronics and Information Technology  
Industries Association).  
When the access lamp is lit, do not remove the  
card.  
The file format supported by this Camcorder is  
JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be  
played back.)  
If an out-of-specs file is played back, the folder/  
file name may not be displayed.  
The Camcorder may degrade or not play back  
data recorded or created on another brand of  
Camcorder and vice versa.  
Depending on the picture size, it may take time  
to display the file.  
If you attempt to play back file recorded in a  
different format or file data is defective, the  
whole display becomes bluish and the  
“UNPLAYABLE CARD’’ indication may appear  
as warning.  
When playing back still pictures recorded in 4:3  
mode ( M ) on a wide-screen TV, the picture  
0.3  
quality may deteriorate.  
When playing back a file recorded on other  
equipment, the date and time display is different  
from when it was recorded.  
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Playback mode  
ª Deleting still picture files recorded on  
Deleting files recorded on a card  
a card by other equipment  
A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot  
be played back on the Camcorder may be  
deleted.  
The deleted files cannot be restored.  
Set to Card Playback Mode.  
1 Move the joystick left or right to select a file  
to delete.  
Note:  
To delete multiple files on the SD Card (selected  
files) connect to a PC and use the SD Drive  
feature.  
Formatting a card  
Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then  
all the data recorded on the card will be erased.  
Store important data on a personal computer, etc.  
Set to Card Playback Mode.  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FORMAT CARD] >>  
[YES].  
You can select a file in the multi-screen display.  
After selecting the file, press the joystick and  
display the operation icon.  
2 Move the joystick down to select [ ].  
2 When the confirmation message appears,  
select [YES] and press the joystick in order  
to format the card.  
3 Move the joystick up or down in order to  
select [DELETE 1 FILE] and then press it.  
4 When the confirmation message appears,  
select [YES] and press the joystick.  
In order to stop formatting, select [NO].  
In order to stop deletion, select [NO].  
Normally, it is not necessary to format the card.  
If a message appears even though you insert  
and remove the card several times, format it.  
If the SD Card is formatted on other equipment,  
it may take longer to record or you may not be  
able to use the SD Card. In this case, format the  
SD Card on this unit.  
ª To delete all files  
1 Move the joystick down to select [ ].  
(Do not format it on a PC etc.)  
This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted  
in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on  
SD Memory Card Specifications and SDHC  
Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system.  
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to  
select [ALL FILES] and then press it.  
3 When the confirmation message appears,  
select [YES] and press the joystick.  
Do not turn off the power while deleting.  
To delete files, use the AC adaptor or a  
sufficiently charged battery.  
In case of [ALL FILES], the deletion may take  
time if there are many files on the card.  
If the “CARD FULL” indication appears when  
recording, the card is full and no further data  
can be recorded. Insert a new card or set the  
Camcorder to Card Playback Mode and delete  
unnecessary files.  
If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted,  
all the data related to the files will be deleted.  
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Playback mode  
Protecting files on a card  
Writing the printing data on a card  
(DPOF setting)  
Files recorded on a card can be protected so that  
they may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the  
files are protected, they will be deleted if the card  
is formatted.)  
You can write the data of pictures to be printed,  
number of prints and other information (DPOF  
data) onto the card.  
Set to Card Playback Mode.  
Set to Card Playback Mode.  
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PROTECT] >> [YES].  
2 Move the joystick to select a file to be  
protected and then press it.  
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [DPOF SET] >> [SET].  
2 Move the joystick to select a file to be set  
and then press it.  
1
1
Indication of [  
] 1 appears and the  
The number of prints 1 set to be in DPOF is  
displayed.  
3 Move the joystick up or down in order to  
select the number of prints and then press  
it.  
selected file is protected. Press the joystick  
again and the protection will be canceled.  
2 or more files can be protected in  
succession.  
You can select from 0 to 999. (The number of  
pictures to be printed can be set for a printer  
supporting DPOF.)  
ª To complete the settings  
Press the [MENU] button.  
2 or more files can be set in succession.  
ª To complete the settings  
Press the [MENU] button.  
DPOF settings made on another Camcorder  
may not be recognized by this Camcorder.  
Please perform the DPOF settings on your  
Camcorder.  
ª To set so that all pictures are not  
printed  
Select [CANCEL ALL] in Step 1.  
ª What is DPOF?  
DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. This  
enables the printing information to be added to  
the pictures on the card so that it can be used on  
a system supporting DPOF.  
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Edit mode  
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a  
Edit mode  
VCR (Dubbing)  
Recording from a tape onto a card  
Pictures recorded by the Camcorder can be  
stored on a DVD-RAM or other such media. Refer  
to the instructions for the recorder.  
Place a recorded cassette in the Camcorder  
and an unrecorded DVD-RAM or cassette in  
the DVD recorder or VCR.  
Still pictures can be recorded on a memory card  
from scenes that have already been recorded on  
a cassette.  
Set to Tape Playback Mode.  
Insert a tape which already has recorded  
contents and a card.  
1 Connect the Camcorder and the recorder.  
1 Start playback.  
Connecting with the AV cable  
INTELLIGENT TIMER  
AUDIO  
EJECT  
A.DUB  
TIE
I
L
M
2 Pause at the scene you wish to record and  
press the Photoshot button [  
].  
[VIDEO IN]  
[AUDIO IN]  
A/V  
1
Connect the Camcorder and the recorder by  
using the AV cable 1.  
Connecting with the optional DV cable:  
PV-DDC9 (Only for equipment with a DV  
terminal)  
Audio will not be recorded.  
The size of still pictures recorded on a card  
becomes [ 0.2 ] (16:9) or [ M ] (4:3).  
0.3  
If you set [TV ASPECT] >> [4:3], black bands  
are added to the top and bottom of the picture  
when wide pictures are recorded to the card.  
(-33-)  
If you press the Photoshot button [  
] without  
pausing, blurred pictures may be recorded.  
2 Turn on the Camcorder and set to Tape  
Playback Mode.  
3 Select the input channel on the TV set and  
recorder.  
4 Move the joystick up to select the [1/;]  
icon to start playback. (Player)  
The image and sound are reproduced.  
5 Start recording. (Recorder)  
6 Stop recording. (Recorder)  
7 Move the joystick down to select the []  
icon to stop playback. (Player)  
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Edit mode  
If you record (dub) images onto another video  
Using the DV Interface Cable for  
Recording (Digital Dubbing)  
device and then play them back on a wide-  
screen TV, the images may be stretched  
vertically. In this case, refer to the operating  
instructions for the device that you are recording  
(dubbing) to or read the operating instructions  
for the TV and set to 16:9 (full).  
For more information, refer to the operating  
instructions for your TV set and recorder.  
When you do not need functional indications or  
date and time indication, respectively set  
[SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF] or set [BASIC]  
>> [DATE/TIME] >> [OFF] in the Tape Playback  
Mode.  
By connecting other digital video equipment with  
DV terminal and the Camcorder by using the DV  
cable PV-DDC9 (optional) 1, high-image-quality  
dubbing can be done in digital format.  
Set to Tape Playback Mode.  
(Player/recorder)  
1 Connect the Camcorder and digital video  
equipment with the DV cable.  
(When you connect the Camcorder and a  
recorder with the DV cable, these indications  
may not appear.)  
1
ª When neither image nor sound from  
the Camcorder is output to the TV set  
Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they  
go.  
Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-56-)  
Check the connected terminal.  
2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REC STDBY] >> [YES].  
(Recorder)  
3 Start playback. (Player)  
4 Start recording. (Recorder)  
Move the joystick up to select [¥/;] icon.  
5 Move the joystick up to select the [¥/;]  
icon again to stop recording. (Recorder)  
6 Stop playback. (Player)  
ª To cancel the standby for recording  
When the Camcorder is standby for recording,  
move the joystick down and select the [] icon.  
Do not plug or unplug the DV cable during  
dubbing or the dubbing may not be completed  
properly.  
If a picture (bilingual video, etc.) containing main  
sound and sub sound has been dubbed, select  
the desired sound by [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT]  
on playback.  
Even if you use a device equipped with DV  
terminals such as IEEE1394, you may not be  
able to perform digital dubbing in some cases.  
For more information, see the instructions for  
equipment connected.  
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Edit mode  
Regardless of the menu settings on the  
recorder, digital dubbing is carried out in the  
same mode as the [AUDIO REC] mode of the  
playback tape.  
The images on the recorder monitor may be  
disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded  
images.  
If a picture containing a copyright protection  
signal (copy guard) is recorded by the  
Camcorder, the picture is distorted by mosaic-  
like patterns at playback.  
Disconnect the USB cable since input signals  
from the external input terminal cannot be  
recorded while it is connected with the USB  
cable.  
PC Connection with the DV Interface  
Cable  
A video clip can be transferred directly to your PC  
(personal computer) via a DV Interface Cable  
(optional) using products and software from a  
number of video editing software companies.  
Using products from video editing software  
companies allows you to capture and edit video  
clips using the DV Interface.  
Panasonic DVC are OHCI compliant and  
should have no problem working with any  
OHCI compliant FireWire Card/Video —  
Editing software package.  
While pictures are input from the DV terminal,  
the operation icon blinks on instead of  
appearing from the side of the screen when you  
press the center of the joystick.  
While pictures are input from the DV terminal,  
the TV aspect will not change even if you  
change the setting for [TV ASPECT] in the  
[SETUP] menu.  
Personal computer must be equipped with a DV  
Terminal.  
CAUTION:  
During Camcorder playback, do not disconnect  
the DV Interface Cable or turn the Camcorder  
off as this may cause a PC hang-up error.  
IEEE1394 Interface must conform to OHCI  
(Open Host Controller Interface Specification).  
Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of  
copyrighted recordings may be copyright  
infringement.  
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With a PC  
Using on a Windows PC  
With a PC  
Connecting Computer and  
ª Using the Built-in SD Drive  
Camcorder  
By connecting the Camcorder and personal  
computer with a USB cable (not supplied), you  
can transfer still images saved on a Memory Card  
directly to your personal computer.  
Before making these connections, turn off all  
devices, which are to be connected.  
ª Operating environment  
Despite having the operating environment  
indicated, it may not be possible to use the  
program with some types of personal  
computers.  
1 Insert the Memory Card into the Camcorder.  
2 Set the Camcorder to PC Connection Mode.  
For Windows  
OS:  
IBM® PC/AT compatible personal computer with  
pre-installed;  
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional  
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional  
CPU:  
3 Connect the Camcorder to your personal  
computer with a USB cable (not supplied).  
Intel Pentium II 300 MHz or higher  
(including compatible CPU)  
RAM:  
32 MB or more (64 MB or more recommended)  
Interface:  
USB 1.1 or later — A type  
The USB equipment operates with the driver  
installed as standard with the OS.  
4 Camcorder power is turned on.  
5 For Windows 2000 users, open  
[My Computer] and click [Removable Disk].  
For Windows XP users, click [Open folder to  
view files using Windows Explorer] and  
then [OK].  
6 Double-click a file you want to view.  
You can view images stored on the Memory  
Card and also save them to your hard disk.  
Do not change file or folder names on the  
personal computer. The images on the  
Memory Card may not be viewable on the  
Camcorder.  
For Macintosh  
OS:  
Mac OS X v 10.3 to v 10.4  
CPU:  
PowerPC G3 (400 MHz or higher), G4, G5, Intel  
Core Duo, Intel Core Solo  
RAM:  
64 MB or more  
The USB equipment operates with the driver  
installed as standard with the OS.  
The appropriate driver to recognize the  
Camcorder is automatically installed by  
Windows Plug and Play when connected for the  
first time.  
After the USB cable is connected to the  
Camcorder, open [My Computer] or  
[Windows Explorer] to check that the drive is  
displayed as a removable disk drive (only when  
card is inserted into the Camcorder). It enables  
you to operate it in the same way as a floppy  
disk drive and you can use the same drag and  
drop or copy methods.  
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With a PC  
Necessary software:  
Using as a Web camera  
Windows Messenger 5.0/5.1 (Windows XP)  
MSN Messenger 7.0/7.5 (Windows 2000/XP)  
Windows Live Messenger 8.0 (Windows XP)  
DirectX 9.0b/9.0c  
°1 When your OS is Windows XP SP2, the USB  
driver is not needed.  
This software is not compatible with a multi-  
CPU environment.  
This software is not compatible with a multi-boot  
environment.  
Operation on Microsoft Windows XP Media  
Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and 64 bit  
operating system is not guaranteed.  
To use the Camcorder as a Web camera, the  
following conditions must be met.  
If the installed version is not the latest, update it  
by performing the Windows update.  
To upgrade Windows XP to SP2, click [start] >>  
[All Programs] >> [Windows Update]. (Requires  
Internet connection.)  
If the Camcorder is connected to your personal  
computer, you can send video and sound from  
the Camcorder to other parties via the network.  
Note:  
Do not connect the USB cable (not supplied)  
until the USB Driver is installed.  
Please see chart below:  
[Send]  
[Receive]  
[Software]  
Windows XP <OK> Windows XP Windows  
Messenger/  
MSN  
Messenger/  
Windows Live  
Messenger  
Windows XP <OK> Windows  
MSN  
2000  
Messenger/  
Windows Live  
Messenger  
Windows  
2000  
<OK> Windows  
MSN  
Messenger  
2000  
To upgrade Windows 2000 to SP4, click [start]  
>> [Windows Update]. (Requires Internet  
connection.)  
Install Windows Messenger/Windows Live  
Messenger (Windows XP). If you have a version  
of Windows Messenger older than 5.0/5.1,  
download the latest version (5.0/5.1) from the  
Microsoft Home Page.  
ª Operating environment  
OS:  
IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with  
pre-installed;  
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/  
Professional SP2 °1  
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4  
CPU:  
The latest version of MSN Messenger/Windows  
Live Messenger can also be downloaded from  
the Microsoft Home Page.  
Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher  
(including compatible CPU)  
RAM:  
128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)  
Free hard disk space:  
(For download and installation instructions,  
please refer to Help on the Home Page.)  
Depending on the security setting on the PC,  
proper communication may not be possible.  
250 MB or more  
Communication Speed:  
56 kbps or faster is recommended  
Interface:  
USB 1.1 or later — A type  
Graphic display:  
High Color (16 bit) or more  
Desktop resolution of 800k600 pixels or more  
Other requirements (to send/receive audio):  
Sound card  
Speaker or headphones  
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With a PC  
The operation icon blinks on instead of  
ª Installing USB Driver  
appearing from the side of the screen when you  
press the center of the joystick.  
3 Connect the Camcorder to a personal  
computer with a USB cable (not supplied).  
When the Camcorder and the personal  
computer (with Windows 2000) are  
For Windows XP users, the USB equipment  
operates with the driver installed as standard on  
your OS.  
For Windows 2000 users, download the USB  
driver if you have Internet access.  
1 Download the USB driver from:  
connected via a USB cable, a message, such  
as the one below, is displayed. However,  
testing by the manufacturer has confirmed  
the functionality of this Camcorder with  
Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.  
consumerdownloads  
4 Start Windows Messenger (for Windows XP  
users), MSN Messenger (for Windows 2000/  
XP users) or Windows Live Messenger (for  
Windows XP users).  
Click [start] >> [Programs] >>  
[Windows Messenger], [MSN Messenger] or  
[Windows Live Messenger].  
You may not be able to communicate with the  
other parties via the network if they are not  
using the same Messenger application  
(software) as you are. (The only exception is the  
combination of MSN Messenger and Windows  
Live Messenger.)  
If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the  
quality of the video to be exchanged will depend  
on the Internet connection status.  
2 Click [Camcorders].  
3 Click [USB Driver (for Web Camera)] to  
download the USB driver.  
4 Decompress the downloaded data.  
5 Double click the  
icon.  
The setup program starts running.  
6 Complete the installation by following the  
on-screen instructions.  
Click [Next] and proceed with the installation.  
When the installation is completed, click  
[Finish].  
7 Re-start the computer after the USB Driver  
is installed.  
ª Connecting the Camcorder to a  
personal computer  
(For Use as a Web Camera)  
1 Install the USB Driver.  
In WEB CAMERA mode, video cannot be  
recorded onto a tape or a card.  
You cannot output the video input from the DV  
terminal to the display of the PC.  
2 Set to Tape Recording Mode or Tape  
Playback mode.  
When you use the Camcorder as a Web  
camera in the Tape Playback Mode, the  
indication of the operation icon is different  
from the one in usual operation.  
In WEB CAMERA mode, the audio may be  
interrupted in the middle of communication  
depending on the communication environment  
or the performance of the personal computer.  
1
2
1 In usual operation  
2 In the WEB CAMERA mode (Tape Playback  
Mode)  
Even if you move the joystick up/down/right/left  
(
, , 5, 6), the selected direction on  
the operation icon is not lit in yellow.  
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With a PC  
ª Setting up Windows Messenger  
ª Setting up MSN Messenger/  
When starting Windows Messenger for the first  
time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the  
screen is not displayed if the Windows  
Messenger setup has already been done.) For  
more details, please read the corresponding Help  
file.  
Windows Live Messenger  
When starting MSN Messenger/Windows Live  
Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is  
displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed  
if MSN Messenger/Windows live Messenger  
setup has already been done.) For more details,  
please read the corresponding Help file.  
1 Click [Click here to sign in].  
In the case of MSN Messenger 7.0  
1 Click [Sign In].  
2 Select [.NET Messaging Service] and click  
[OK].  
3 After the .NET Passport Wizard is displayed,  
click [Next].  
2 Type in your Sign-in name and password.  
If you do not have your Sign-in name and  
password, click [Get one here].  
3 Please carefully read the displayed  
contents and then proceed.  
4 After the setup is completed, sign in and  
start MSN Messenger.  
Please refer to the instruction manual of your  
personal computer for how to configure the  
audio and the microphone.  
To communicate with persons using Windows  
in other languages, setting up using  
alphabets or numbers is recommended.  
4 According to the procedures displayed on  
the screen, continue the setup.  
5 After the setup is completed, sign in and  
start Windows Messenger.  
Windows Messenger is activated.  
5 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the  
[Tools] menu to confirm that the equipment  
is connected correctly.  
6 Select the microphone attached to the PC in  
the [Microphone] menu.  
7 Click [Web Camera Settings...] in the [Tools]  
menu.  
8 Confirm that the [Panasonic DVC Web  
Camera Device] is selected.  
6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the  
[Tools] menu to confirm that equipment is  
connected correctly.  
7 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera]  
menu.  
8 Select [DVC] in the [Microphone] menu.  
Please refer to the HELP file of Windows  
Messenger to understand its operation.  
During set up, if [Primary video capture  
device] selection screen is displayed,  
[Panasonic DVC Web Camera] is selected.  
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With a PC  
In the case of MSN Messenger 7.5/  
Windows Live Messenger 8.0  
Using on Macintosh  
ª Operating environment on iMovie 4/  
iMovie HD  
OS:  
1 Type in your E-mail address and password.  
Mac OS X v 10.3 to v 10.4  
CPU:  
PowerPC G3 (400 MHz or higher), G4, G5, Intel  
Core Duo, Intel Core Solo  
Interface:  
If you do not have a password, click [Get a  
new account].  
2 After setup is completed, sign in and start  
MSN Messenger/Windows Live Messenger.  
3 Click [Audio and Video Setup] in the [Tools]  
menu and then click [Next].  
4 Set up the speaker settings.  
5 Select [DVC] in the microphone setup  
screen.  
DV (FireWire) terminal (IEEE1394.a)  
iMovie/iMovie HD, included with any new  
Macintosh or sold with iLife.  
1 Set the Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode.  
2 Connect the Camcorder to your Macintosh  
with the DV Interface Cable (optional).  
For more information, please contact Apple  
ª Copying still pictures on PC  
1 Set the Camcorder to PC Connection Mode.  
2 Connect the Camcorder to the personal  
computer via a USB cable (not supplied).  
3 Double-click [NO_NAME] or [Untitled]  
displayed on the desktop.  
Files are stored in [100CDPFP] folder in the  
[DCIM] folder.  
4 Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the  
pictures you want to acquire or the folder  
storing those pictures to any different  
folder on the personal computer.  
6 Select [USB Video Device] in the Webcam  
setup screen and then click [Finish].  
For other information about MSN Messenger/  
Windows Live Messenger, please refer to Help.  
When access is finished, close MSN  
Messenger/Windows Live Messenger, then turn  
off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the USB  
cable.  
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With a PC  
When the following operations are performed, the  
To disconnect USB cable safely  
same results will occur as when the USB cable is  
incorrectly removed (above). Therefore, it is  
imperative that the above operation is completed  
before proceeding.  
If the USB cable is disconnected while the  
computer is on, the error dialog box may appear.  
In such a case click [OK] and close the dialog  
box. By following the steps below you can  
disconnect the cable safely.  
When the SD Card is removed.  
When Camcorder power is turned OFF.  
1 Double click the  
icon in task tray.  
Hardware disconnect dialog box appears.  
OFF  
ON  
2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click  
[Stop].  
When Mode Dial is turned to change modes.  
3 Verify [Matshita DVC USB Device] is  
selected and click [OK].  
When using on a Macintosh  
Drag the [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] disk icon to the  
[Trash] and then disconnect the USB cable.  
You can safely disconnect the cable.  
If you no longer need the driver  
(Uninstall)  
Note on the driver name displayed  
The driver name displayed will differ depending  
on your OS, operating environment and the mode  
of the Camcorder.  
Make sure Camcorder’s Card Access Lamp is  
off and disconnect the cable. Also, the icon will  
not be displayed when in Tape Recording Mode  
or Tape Playback Mode.  
1 Select [start] (>> [Settings]) >>  
[Control Panel], select the driver from [Add/  
Remove Programs] to uninstall.  
Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the  
OS. Please refer to the user manual of your OS.  
CAUTION:  
If you disconnect the USB cable while the  
Card Access Lamp is on, it may damage the  
Card data.  
If the above operation is not performed correctly,  
when data is copied from the personal computer  
to an SD Card, the copied data may be damaged.  
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With a PC  
When the Camcorder is switched to the PC  
Notes  
Connection Mode while it is connected to the  
personal computer, the operation mode of the  
Camcorder cannot be switched. In this case,  
disconnect the USB cable. Switch the operation  
mode of the Camcorder and reconnect the  
cable.  
If you install the USB driver while the USB cable  
is connected or if you do not follow these  
Operating Instructions, the Camcorder will not  
be recognized correctly. In this case, delete the  
driver from [Device Manager] as described  
below, uninstall the driver and re-install it.  
Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode,  
Tape Playback Mode or PC Connection Mode,  
connect it to the personal computer and delete  
[DVC] or [Web-Camera] from [Device Manager].  
®
®
Microsoft and Windows are either registered  
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and/or other  
countries.  
®
®
®
®
Intel , Pentium , Intel CoreTM Duo and Intel  
CoreTM Solo are the registered trademarks or  
trademarks of the Intel Corporation.  
Apple, Mac OS, iMovie/iMovie HD, FireWire are  
either registered trademarks or trademarks of  
Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/  
or other countries.  
All other names, company names, product  
names, etc. in these instructions are the  
trademarks or registered trademarks of their  
respective corporations.  
Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with  
permission from Microsoft Corporation.  
The names of the products you are using may  
differ from the names given in the text.  
Depending on the operating environment and  
other factors, the contents of the screens used  
in these instructions may not necessarily match  
what you will see on your screen.  
Although the screens in these Operating  
Instructions are shown in English for the sake of  
example, other languages are supported as  
well.  
These instructions do not cover the basic  
operations of the personal computer or define  
any terms. For this information, refer to the  
Operating Instructions which accompany your  
personal computer.  
Do not disconnect USB cable while the status  
indicator of Camcorder is on. It may freeze the  
software or destroy the data in transfer.  
If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera  
while virus checking software is running, the  
Camcorder’s operation may stop midway  
through. In this case, exit the Messenger,  
reconnect the Camcorder and restart the  
Messenger.  
ª About the SD Card  
The SD Card is an external Memory Card that is  
available in larger capacities. It has a write protect  
switch to prevent data writing and card formatting,  
as well as a copyright protection function.  
SDHC Logo is a trademark.  
miniSD Logo is a trademark.  
All other company and product names in the  
operating instructions are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of their respective  
corporations.  
Files recorded on a SD Card  
It may not be possible to play back the files on  
this Camcorder recorded on and created by other  
equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check  
the compatibility of the equipment in advance.  
ª About the compatibility of the card  
files  
Data files recorded on an SD Card by this  
Camcorder conform with DCF (Design rule for  
Camera File system) established by JEITA  
(Japan Electronics and Information Technology  
Industries Association).  
If you attempt to play back files recorded with  
this Camcorder on other equipment or to play  
back files recorded with other equipment on this  
Camcorder, you may not be able to play them  
back. Please check the compatibility with the  
other equipment in advance.  
Do not delete the folders in Memory Card such  
as picture folder. Memory card may not be  
recognized if folders are deleted.  
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With a PC  
ª About the folder structure when using  
the Memory Card in a personal  
computer  
When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted  
into a personal computer, folders will be  
displayed as shown in the following figure.  
256  
[100CDPFP]: The images (IMGA0001.JPG,  
etc.) in this folder are recorded in  
the JPEG format.  
[MISC]:  
Files in which DPOF Data has  
been set to the image are in this  
folder.  
[DCIM] etc. are necessary items in the folder  
structure. They have nothing to do with actual  
operation.  
In Card Mode, the Camcorder automatically  
saves file numbers (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) along  
with the images. The file numbers are recorded  
with each image as consecutive numbers.  
When using the software without indication  
function, indication data, such as date, are not  
displayed. Depending on the software in use,  
the date and the time may not be displayed  
correctly.  
The memory capacity indicated on the SD Card  
label corresponds to the total card capacity.  
Some of this capacity is used to protect and  
manage the copyright data and not all capacity  
is available as conventional memory for a  
Camcorder, personal computer or others.  
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Menu  
ª
[TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]  
Menu  
Menu list  
Menu figures and illustrations are provided for  
easy-to-understand explanations and so they are  
different from the actual menu indications.  
ª
[TAPE RECORDING MENU]  
1) [BASIC]  
[DATE/TIME] -56-  
2) [ADVANCED]  
[REC SPEED] -25-  
[REC STDBY] -44-  
[PICT.QUALITY] -29-  
[REPEAT PLAY] -38-  
1) [BASIC]  
[SCENE MODE] -34-  
[REC SPEED] -25-  
[WIND CUT] -32-  
[ASPECT] -33-  
3) [SETUP]  
[12bit AUDIO] -56-  
[AUDIO OUT] -56-  
[DISPLAY] -56-  
[LCD SET] -23-  
[EVF SET] -23-  
[POWER SAVE] -27-  
[TV ASPECT] -39-  
[CLOCK SET] -15-  
2) [ADVANCED]  
[PICT.QUALITY] -29-  
[O.I.S.] -34-  
[GUIDE LINES] -34-  
[FADE COLOR] -32-  
[AUDIO REC] -56-  
[D.ZOOM] -30-  
4) [LANGUAGE] -22-  
[ZOOM MIC] -30-  
3) [SETUP]  
[DISPLAY] -56-  
[DATE/TIME] -56-  
[POWER SAVE] -27-  
[QUICK START] -17-  
[BEEP SOUND] -56-  
[LCD SET] -23-  
[EVF SET] -23-  
[INITIAL SET] -56-  
[DEMO MODE] -56-  
4) [LANGUAGE] -22-  
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Menu  
ª
[CARD RECORDING MENU]  
ª
[CARD PLAYBACK MENU]  
1) [BASIC]  
1) [BASIC]  
[SCENE MODE] -34-  
[PICT.QUALITY] -29-  
[ASPECT] -33-  
[DATE/TIME] -56-  
[PROTECT] -42-  
[CLOCK SET] -15-  
2) [ADVANCED]  
[DPOF SET] -42-  
2) [ADVANCED]  
[O.I.S.] -34-  
[FORMAT CARD] -41-  
[GUIDE LINES] -34-  
3) [SETUP]  
[SHTR EFFECT] -29-  
[DISPLAY] -56-  
[LCD SET] -23-  
[EVF SET] -23-  
[POWER SAVE] -27-  
[TV ASPECT] -39-  
3) [SETUP]  
[DISPLAY] -56-  
[DATE/TIME] -56-  
[POWER SAVE] -27-  
[QUICK START] -17-  
[BEEP SOUND] -56-  
[LCD SET] -23-  
4) [LANGUAGE] -22-  
[EVF SET] -23-  
[INITIAL SET] -56-  
4) [LANGUAGE] -22-  
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Menu  
Menus related to recording  
Menus related to playback  
ª [DATE/TIME]  
ª [12bit AUDIO]  
This switches between date and time indications.  
The Camcorder automatically records the date  
and time the picture was taken on the tape/card.  
If you want to edit the sound on a model with an  
audio dubbing function, set [12bit] to take  
pictures.  
You can switch the sound (PCM Audio) when  
playing back a tape with sound recorded in  
[12bit].  
[ST1]: It only plays back the original sound  
recorded.  
[ST2]: It only plays back the sound on the tape  
added with audio dubbing.  
[MIX]: It simultaneously plays back both [ST1]  
and [ST2] sounds.  
Audio dubbing cannot be performed on this unit.  
When playing back a tape recorded on this unit,  
you will not be able to hear the sound if [ST2] is  
set. Set [ST1].  
ª [AUDIO REC]  
Switches the audio (PCM audio) recording  
systems.  
[12bit]: Records audio in “12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks”.  
(The original sound recorded is preserved  
after audio dubbing.)  
[16bit]: Records audio in “16 bit 48 kHz 2 tracks”.  
Audio can be recorded in higher quality.  
(The original sound recorded is erased  
after audio dubbing.)  
Audio dubbing cannot be performed on this unit.  
If you want to edit the sound on a model with an  
audio dubbing function, set [12bit] to take  
pictures.  
ª [AUDIO OUT]  
This switches the sound to be played back.  
[STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub  
sound)  
ª [DISPLAY]  
Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched  
to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be  
switched to minimum display.  
[L]:  
[R]:  
Left channel sound (main sound)  
Right channel sound (sub sound)  
ª [BEEP SOUND]  
Set to [ON] and confirmation/alarm beeps are  
issued as follows.  
Other menus  
ª [INITIAL SET]  
1 Beep  
When there is a menu that cannot be selected  
depending on a combination of functions, set to  
[YES] for changing the menu settings back to the  
initial shipping condition.  
When you start recording  
When you turn on the power  
When the unit goes from quick start standby  
mode to recording pause  
(Language setting cannot be back to the initial  
shipping condition.)  
2 Beeps  
When you pause recording  
When you turn off the power  
When the unit goes into quick start standby  
mode  
ª [DEMO MODE]  
If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without  
inserting a cassette and a card, the Camcorder is  
automatically set to the demonstration mode for  
introducing its functions. If any button is pressed  
or operated, the demonstration mode is canceled.  
If no operations take place for approx.  
10 minutes, the demonstration mode  
2 Beeps for 4 times  
When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab  
set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs  
(-63-) and at other times. Check the sentence  
displayed on the screen. (-58-)  
automatically starts. To terminate the  
demonstration mode, insert a cassette or a card  
or set to [DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. For normal  
use, set this function to [OFF].  
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:
:
Outdoor mode -35-  
White balance adjustment mode  
-35-  
Others  
Indications  
Various functions and the Camcorder status are  
shown on the screen.  
Basic indications  
Playback indications  
1:  
Playback -38-  
;:  
Pause -38-  
:
Remaining battery power  
5:  
6:  
;1/2;:  
Fast forward/Cue playback -38-  
Rewind/Review playback -38-  
Frame-by-frame playback -39-  
Repeat playback -38-  
0h00m00s00f: Time code  
3:30:45PM:  
Date/Time indication  
Recording indications  
:
R 0:45:  
Remaining tape time  
:
WEB CAMERA mode (Playback)  
Audio recording mode -56-  
Volume adjustment -38-  
Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes.  
(When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the  
indication starts flashing.)  
12bit, 16bit:  
:
SP:  
Standard Play mode  
(Recording speed mode) -25-  
Long Play mode  
(Recording speed mode) -25-  
Recording -26-  
Card  
:
:
Self-timer recording -33-  
Optical Image Stabilizer -34-  
Photoshot mode  
LP:  
(White):  
¥:  
(Green): While the card is being read  
; (Green):  
; (Green flash):  
Recording pause -26-  
(Red):  
(Red):  
While photoshot recording is  
activated  
While the card is being accessed  
in PC Connection Mode  
Standby mode  
Fade out  
; (Red):  
:
Recording check -27-  
Wide -33-  
Automatic mode -25-  
Manual mode -34-  
Manual focus -36-  
Zoom magnification indication  
-29-  
Backlight mode -30-  
Optical Image Stabilizer -34-  
Shutter speed -37-  
F number -37-  
Gain value -37-  
WEB CAMERA mode  
(Recording)  
Soft skin mode -31-  
Fade (White) -32-  
Fade (Black) -32-  
(Red flash):Using a card that cannot be  
recognized  
(
16:9  
:
:
:
AUTO  
):  
Photoshot picture quality -29-  
Remaining number of photoshot  
pictures (When the remaining  
number of photoshot pictures  
reaches 0, the red indication  
flashes.)  
Slide show playback -40-  
Folder/File display  
File number  
Number of DPOF Setting -42-  
Protect setting -42-  
[640k360] Image size  
[640k480] Image size  
MNL  
MF:  
5k:  
18:  
:
:
:
1/500:  
F2.4:  
6dB:  
:
100-0001:  
No.00:  
1:  
:
:
0.2  
:
:
:
:
:
:
0.3M  
For images not recorded with this unit, the  
number of horizontal and vertical pixels may  
differ so the image size is not displayed.  
Blank search -27-  
MagicPix function -31-  
Zoom microphone -30-  
Wind noise reduction -32-  
Sports mode (Scene mode) -34-  
Portrait mode (Scene mode) -34-  
Low light mode (Scene mode)  
-34-  
ZOOM  
:
:
5:  
:
:
:
:
Spotlight mode (Scene mode)  
-34-  
Surf & snow mode (Scene mode)  
-34-  
:
Auto white balance -35-  
Indoor mode (recording under  
incandescent lamp) -35-  
AWB  
:
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COPY PROTECTED:  
Images cannot be recorded correctly  
because the medium is protected by a copy  
guard.  
CARD ERROR:  
Warning/alarm indications  
If any one of the following indications lights up or  
flashes, please check the Camcorder.  
Confirmatory indications  
Y: A cassette with the accidental erasure  
prevention slider placed in the [SAVE]  
position is inserted.  
This card is not compatible with this  
Camcorder.  
You are attempting to format a failed card.  
This message is displayed, when you  
attempt to insert an incompatible card into  
the Card Slot.  
No cassette is inserted.  
[--]/0:  
The built-in battery is low. -15-  
°: The warning/alarm indication appears when  
you record yourself. Turn the LCD monitor  
towards the viewfinder and check the  
warning/alarm indication.  
NO CARD:  
No card is inserted.  
CARD FULL:  
Card does not have sufficient memory  
remaining.  
Select Card Playback Mode and delete  
unnecessary files.  
:
No card is inserted.  
2END:  
The tape came to the end during recording.  
:: The video heads are dirty. -63-  
NO DATA:  
There are no recorded files on the card.  
FILE LOCKED:  
You are attempting to erase protected files.  
CARD LOCKED:  
The write protection switch on the SD Card  
is set to [LOCK].  
NEED HEAD CLEANING:  
Textual indications  
3DEW DETECT/3EJECT TAPE:  
Condensation has occurred. Take out the  
cassette and wait for a while. It takes some  
time until the cassette holder opens, but this  
is not a malfunction. -63-  
LOW BATTERY:  
The battery is low. Recharge it. -12-  
NO TAPE :  
No tape is inserted. -18-  
TAPE END:  
The tape came to the end during recording.  
CHECK REC TAB:  
You are attempting to record pictures on a  
tape with the accidental erasure prevention  
slider placed in the [SAVE] position.  
You are attempting digital dubbing on a tape  
with the accidental erasure prevention slider  
placed in the [SAVE] position.  
WRONG TAPE FORMAT:  
The video heads are dirty. -63-  
PUSH THE RESET SWITCH:  
An irregularity in the equipment has been  
detected. Press the [RESET] button (-62-).  
This may solve the problem.  
CHANGE MODE TO USE USB:  
The USB cable is connected to the  
Camcorder in Card Recording Mode.  
DISCONNECT USB CABLE:  
You are attempting to turn the mode dial in  
PC Connection Mode with the USB cable  
connected to the Camcorder. You are  
attempting to record pictures on a tape/card  
with the USB cable connected to the  
Camcorder.  
You are attempting to play back a tape  
section that has been recorded with a  
different TV system. This cassette is  
incompatible.  
CAN NOT USE USB:  
You are connecting the USB cable with the  
DV cable connected.  
CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE:  
You are attempting to select the item on the  
[SCENE MODE] when the [AUTO/  
MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO].  
UNPLAYABLE CARD:  
You are attempting to play back data not  
compatible with this Camcorder.  
CLOSE CASSETTE DOOR:  
The cassette cover is open. Close the  
cassette cover. -18-  
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Functions that cannot be used  
simultaneously  
Deleting files  
When the write protect  
switch on the card is set  
to [LOCK]  
Some functions in the Camcorder are disabled or  
cannot be selected due to its specifications. The  
table below shows examples of functions  
restricted by conditions.  
When the file is protected  
Formatting  
When the write protect  
switch on the card is set  
to [LOCK]  
Functions  
Conditions which disable  
the functions  
Digital zoom  
When the Card Recording  
Fade  
mode is used  
Backlight  
compensation  
When the MagicPix  
function is used  
When the iris/gain is set  
When the built-in LED  
video light lights and the  
gain up mode is set to on  
Help mode  
Recording  
check  
While recording to a tape  
Blank search  
Soft skin  
MagicPix  
While recording to a tape  
When the Card Recording  
mode is used  
When the built-in LED  
video light lights and the  
gain up mode is set to on  
Scene mode  
When setting the [AUTO/  
MANUAL/FOCUS] switch  
to [AUTO]  
When the MagicPix  
function is used  
When the built-in LED  
video light lights  
Change of  
white balance  
When digital zoom (32k  
or higher) is used  
When the MagicPix  
function is used  
When the built-in LED  
video light lights and the  
gain up mode is set to on  
Adjusting the  
shutter speed,  
iris/gain  
When the MagicPix  
function is used  
When the scene mode is  
used  
When the built-in LED  
video light lights and the  
gain up mode is set to on  
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• Remove the cassette and the card and then  
Before requesting repair  
(Problems and solutions)  
press the [RESET] button. (-62-) If normal  
conditions are not restored yet, turn off the  
power. Then, about 1 minute later, turn on the  
power again. (Conducting the above operation  
when the access lamp is on may destroy the  
data on the card.)  
Power/Body  
1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on.  
• Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully  
charged battery.  
• The battery protection circuit may have  
operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor  
for 5 to 10 seconds. If the Camcorder still  
cannot be used, the battery is faulty.  
• Is the LCD monitor opened or the viewfinder  
extended?  
6: The cassette cannot be removed.  
• Does the status indicator comes on when  
opening the cassette cover? (-18-) Make sure  
that the battery and the AC adaptor are  
properly connected. (-12-)  
• Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the  
battery and remove the cassette.  
• Close the cassette cover completely and fully  
open it again. (-18-)  
2: The Camcorder power is turned off  
automatically.  
• If you set [POWER SAVE] to [5 MINUTES] and  
do not operate the Camcorder for about  
5 continuous minutes, the power is  
automatically turned off for tape protection and  
power conservation. To resume recording, turn  
the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. Then turn it to  
[ON] again. (-27-) Also, if you set  
[POWER SAVE] to [OFF], the power does not  
automatically turn off.  
3: The Camcorder power does not stay on  
long enough.  
• Is the battery low? If the remaining battery  
power indication is flashing or the message  
“LOW BATTERY” is displayed, the battery has  
run down. Charge the battery or attach a fully  
charged battery. (-12-)  
• Has condensation occurred? When you carry  
the Camcorder from a cold place into a warm  
place, condensation may occur inside it. If so,  
the power is turned off automatically, disabling  
all operations except for taking cassettes out.  
Wait until the condensation indication  
disappears. (-63-)  
7: No operation other than cassette removal  
can be performed.  
• Has condensation occurred? Wait until the  
condensation indication disappears. (-63-)  
Recording  
1: Recording does not start although power is  
supplied to the Camcorder and the cassette  
is correctly inserted.  
• Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on  
the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),  
recording cannot be performed. (-18-)  
• Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new  
cassette.  
• Is the recording mode set? When in the  
playback mode, recording cannot be  
performed. (-20-)  
• Has condensation occurred? No operation  
other than cassette removal can be performed  
when condensation occurs. Wait until the  
condensation indication disappears. (-63-)  
• Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is  
open, the Camcorder may not operate  
normally. Close the cassette cover. (-18-)  
2: The screen has changed suddenly.  
• Has the demonstration started? In the Tape  
Recording mode, if you set [DEMO MODE] >>  
[ON] without inserting a cassette and a card,  
the demonstration starts. For normal use, set  
this function to [OFF]. (-56-)  
3: A cassette cannot be inserted.  
• Has condensation occurred? Wait until the  
condensation indication disappears.  
4: Auto focus function does not work.  
• Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus  
mode is selected, focus is automatically  
adjusted.  
4: Battery runs down quickly.  
• Is the battery fully charged? Charge it with the  
AC adaptor. (-12-)  
• Are you using the battery in an extremely cold  
place? The battery is affected by ambient  
temperature. In cold places, the operating time  
of the battery becomes shorter.  
• Has the battery worn out? The battery has a  
limited life. If the operating time is still too short  
even after the battery is fully charged,  
depending on the usage, the battery has worn  
out and can no longer be used.  
5: The Camcorder cannot be operated though  
powered up.  
The Camcorder does not operate normally.  
• The Camcorder cannot be operated unless you  
open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.  
• There are some recording subjects and  
surroundings for which the auto focus does not  
operate correctly. (-67-) If so, use the manual  
focus mode to adjust the focus. (-36-)  
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Indications  
Playback (Sound)  
1: A sentence is displayed in red in the screen  
1: Sound is not played back from the built-in  
center.  
speaker of the Camcorder.  
• Read the contents and respond to them. (-58-)  
2: The remaining tape time indication  
disappears.  
0 Is the volume too low? During playback, push  
the [s /VOLr] lever to display the volume  
indication and adjust it. (-38-)  
• The remaining tape time indication may  
disappear temporarily during frame-by-frame  
playback or other operation. If you continue  
ordinary recording or playback, the indication is  
restored.  
3: The remaining tape time Indication does not  
match the actual remaining tape time.  
• If scenes of less than 15 seconds are  
continuously recorded, the remaining tape time  
cannot be correctly displayed.  
2: Different sounds are reproduced at the  
same time.  
• Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >>  
[STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing  
the main sound and sub sound? Set to [L] to  
hear main sound and set to [R] to hear the sub  
sound. (-56-)  
Playback (Pictures)  
• In some cases, the remaining tape time  
indication may show remaining tape time that is  
2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual  
remaining tape time.  
4: The function indications such as the mode  
indication or the remaining tape time  
indication are not shown.  
• If you set [SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF],  
indications other than the tape running  
condition, warning and date indications  
disappear.  
1: Although the Camcorder is correctly connected  
to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.  
The playback images are vertical.  
• Have you selected video input on the TV?  
Please read the operating instructions of your  
TV and select the channel that matches the  
input terminals used for the connection.  
• Is the [TV ASPECT] setting correct? Change  
the setting to match the aspect ratio of the TV.  
[SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] >> [16:9] or [4:3].  
2: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images  
during cue or review playback.  
• This phenomenon is characteristic of digital  
video systems. It is not a malfunction.  
3: Horizontal stripes appear on images during  
cue and review playback.  
• Horizontal stripes may appear depending on  
the scene, but this is not a malfunction.  
4: Playback picture is not clear.  
• Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the  
heads are dirty, playback image cannot be  
clear. Clean the heads by using the head  
cleaner for digital video (optional). (-63-)  
• If the terminal for the AV cable is soiled, noises  
may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil off the  
terminal with a soft cloth and then connect the  
cable to the A/V terminal.  
• Is a picture containing a copyright protection  
signal (copy guard) being recorded? When a  
protected picture is played back by the  
Camcorder, mosaic-like patterns appear on the  
picture.  
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Card  
1: Recorded pictures are not clear.  
• Have you set [BASIC] >> [PICT.QUALITY] >>  
[
]? If recording is done with it set to [  
pictures with fine details may include a  
mosaic-like pattern. Set [PICT.QUALITY] >>  
]. (-29-)  
],  
[
RESET  
2: A file recorded on a card cannot be deleted.  
• Is the file protected? Protected files cannot be  
deleted. (-42-)  
A
• For the SD Card, if the write protect switch is  
set to [LOCK], then deletion is disabled. (-19-)  
3: Photoshot playback images do not look  
normal.  
• The picture may be damaged. In order to  
prevent the loss of image data, backing up on a  
a personal computer is recommended.  
4: Even if a card is formatted, it cannot be  
used.  
• Either the Camcorder or the card may be  
damaged. Please consult a dealer. Use an SD  
Card from 8 MB to 4 GB with this unit. (-70-)  
5: During playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is  
displayed.  
• If you do not press the [RESET] button, the  
power to the Camcorder is turned off  
automatically about 1 minute later.  
• Even after you press the [RESET] button, the  
indication may still appear repeatedly. If so, the  
Camcorder needs repair. Detach the power  
connected and consult the dealer who you  
purchased the Camcorder from. Do not attempt  
to repair the unit by yourself.  
3: Even if connected by the USB cable, the  
Camcorder is not recognized by the PC.  
• Is the USB driver installed? (-47-, -48-)  
4: When the USB cable is disconnected, an  
error message will appear on PC.  
• To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-  
click the [ ] icon in the task tray and follow the  
instructions on the screen.  
5: The warning/alarm indication [°] appears  
when the Camcorder is operated in the WEB  
camera mode.  
• Did you press the menu button or the recording  
start/stop button? You cannot use the menu or  
record onto the tape/card in the WEB camera  
mode.  
• The image was either recorded in a different  
format or data is damaged.  
6: When the SD card is inserted in another  
device, it is not recognized.  
• Check that the device is compatible with the  
capacity or type of SD card (SD Memory Card/  
SDHC Memory Card) that is inserted. (-41-)  
Refer to the operating instructions of the device  
for details.  
Others  
1: The indication disappears, the screen is  
frozen or no operation can be performed.  
• Turn off the power to the Camcorder. If the  
power cannot be turned off, press the [RESET]  
button or detach the battery or AC adaptor and  
then reattach it. After that, turn on the power  
again. If normal operation is still not restored,  
detach the power connected and consult the  
dealer who you purchased the Camcorder  
from.  
• Did you attempt to play a tape without inserting  
it? Insert a tape.  
• Did you attempt to play a tape with copyright  
protection (copy guard)? Pictures of the tape  
with copyright protection (copy guard) cannot  
be displayed on the PC. (The audio of the tape  
can be played.)  
• Is the USB driver installed? (-47-, -48-)  
2: “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH” is displayed.  
• An irregularity in the Camcorder has been  
automatically detected. Remove the cassette  
or the card for data protection and then press  
the [RESET] button with the boss A. The  
Camcorder will be activated.  
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ª About dirty heads  
Cautions for Use  
If video heads (the parts that closely contact  
with the tape) become dirty, normal recording  
and playback are not properly performed.  
Clean the heads with the digital video head  
cleaner.  
Insert the head cleaner into the Camcorder, set  
it to the Tape Playback Mode and play it back  
for about 10 seconds. (If you do not stop the  
playback, it automatically stops about  
15 seconds later.)  
We recommend cleaning the heads periodically.  
If the heads become dirty, “NEED HEAD  
CLEANING” appears during recording. During  
playback, moreover, the following symptoms  
appear.  
ª About condensation  
If you turn the Camcorder on when condensation  
occurs on the head or the tape, condensation  
indication [3] (yellow or red) is displayed on the  
viewfinder or the LCD monitor and the messages  
[3DEW DETECT] or [3EJECT TAPE] (only  
when the tape is inserted) appear. If so, follow the  
procedure below.  
1 Remove the tape if it is inserted.  
It takes about 20 seconds to open the  
cassette holder. This is not a malfunction.  
2 Leave the Camcorder with the cassette  
cover closed and the battery attached, to  
cool or warm it to the ambient temperature  
The status indicator blinks for about  
1 minute and then the Camcorder  
Mosaic-like noise appears partially or the  
sound is interrupted.  
Black or blue mosaic-like horizontal stripes  
appear.  
automatically turns off. Leave it for about  
1.5 to 2 hours.  
The whole screen becomes blue and there is  
no picture or sound.  
When normal playback cannot be performed  
even after the head cleaning  
3 Turn the Camcorder on again, set it to the  
Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then  
check if the condensation indication  
disappears.  
One possible cause is that normal recording  
could not be performed because the heads were  
dirty at the time of recording. Clean the heads and  
perform recording and playback again. If normal  
playback can be performed, the heads are clean.  
Before an important recording, be sure to conduct  
a test recording to make sure that normal  
recording can be performed.  
Especially in cold areas, moisture may be frozen.  
If so, it may take more time before the  
condensation indication disappears.  
Watch for condensation even before the  
condensation indication is displayed.  
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.  
If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning,  
the problem may be the tape. If so, try another  
cassette.  
During playback, the picture or sound may be  
interrupted momentarily, but this is not a  
malfunction of the Camcorder. (One possible  
cause is that the playback is interrupted by dirt  
or dust that momentarily adheres to the heads.)  
When the lens is fogged:  
Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] and leave the  
Camcorder in this condition for about 1 hour.  
When the lens temperature becomes close to the  
ambient temperature, the fogging disappears  
naturally.  
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While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or  
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bump it.  
When the Camcorder is used for a long time,  
the Camcorder body becomes warm, but this is  
not a malfunction.  
Keep the Digital Video Camcorder as far away  
as possible from electromagnetic equipment  
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games  
etc.).  
A strong impact on the Camcorder may break its  
housing, causing it to malfunction.  
Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol  
for cleaning the Camcorder.  
Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out  
the AC cable from the AC jack.  
The Camcorder body may be discolored and the  
surface finish may peel off.  
If you use the Digital Video Camcorder on top of  
or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the  
Digital Video Camcorder may be disrupted by  
electromagnetic wave radiation.  
Do not use the Digital Video Camcorder near  
cell phones because doing so may result in  
noise adversely affecting the pictures and  
sound.  
Wipe the Camcorder with a soft dry cloth to  
remove dust and fingerprints. To remove  
stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked  
in a neutral detergent diluted with water and  
wipe the Camcorder with it. Afterwards, wipe it  
with a dry cloth.  
When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the  
instructions.  
Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures  
may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields  
created by speakers or large motors.  
Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by  
microprocessors may adversely affect the  
Digital Video Camcorder, disturbing the pictures  
and sound.  
If the Digital Video Camcorder is adversely  
affected by electromagnetic equipment and  
stops functioning properly, turn the Digital Video  
Camcorder off and remove the battery or  
disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the  
battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the  
Digital Video Camcorder on.  
Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance  
purposes or other business use.  
If you use the Camcorder for a long time, the  
internal temperature increases and,  
consequently, this may cause malfunction.  
This Camcorder is not intended for business  
use.  
When you are not going to use Camcorder for  
an extended time  
When storing the unit in a cupboard or a  
cabinet, it is recommended that you put a  
desiccant (silica gel) in with it.  
Do not use the Digital Video Camcorder near  
radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.  
If you record near radio transmitters or  
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and  
sound may be adversely affected.  
Do not spray insecticides or volatile  
chemicals onto the Camcorder.  
If the Camcorder is sprayed with such  
chemicals, the Camcorder body may become  
deformed and the surface finish may peel off.  
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in  
contact with the Camcorder for a long time.  
When you use your Camcorder in a sandy or  
dusty place such as on a beach, do not let  
sand or fine dust get into the body and  
terminals of the Camcorder. Also, protect the  
Camcorder from getting wet.  
Sand or dust may damage the Camcorder or  
cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting  
and removing a cassette.)  
If sea water splashes onto the Camcorder, wet  
a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well and use  
it to wipe the Camcorder body carefully. Then,  
wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.  
ª About the battery  
The battery used in the Camcorder is a  
rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is  
susceptible to temperature and humidity and the  
effect of temperature increases with increasing or  
decreasing temperature. In the low temperature  
range, the fully charged indication may not  
appear or the low battery indication may appear  
about 5 minutes after the start of use. At high  
temperature, moreover, the protection function  
may work, disabling use of the Camcorder.  
Be sure to detach the battery after use.  
If the battery is left attached to the Camcorder, a  
minute amount of current is consumed even  
when the Camcorder power is [OFF]. If the  
battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a  
long time, over-discharge takes place. The  
battery may become unusable after it is  
charged.  
The battery should be stored in a cool place free  
from humidity, with as constant temperature as  
possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 oC to  
25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF), Recommended humidity:  
40% to 60%)  
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temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.  
If the battery is kept in a high-temperature, high-  
humidity or oily-smoky places, the terminals  
may rust and cause malfunctions.  
To store the battery for a long period of time, we  
recommend you charge it once every year and  
store it again after you have completely used up  
the charged capacity.  
Dust and other matter attached to the battery  
terminals should be removed.  
Prepare spare batteries when going out for  
recording.  
Charge batteries enough to last for 3 to 4 times  
the period during you want to record pictures in.  
In cold places such as a ski resort, the period  
during which you can record pictures is  
shortened.  
When you travel, do not forget to bring an AC  
adaptor so that you can recharge the batteries  
at your destination.  
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to  
see if the terminals are deformed.  
Attaching a deformed battery to the Camcorder  
or AC adaptor may damage the Camcorder or  
AC adaptor.  
Do not throw old battery into fire.  
Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may  
result in an explosion.  
Never place the cassette in a high temperature  
place.  
The tape may be damaged, producing  
mosaic-like noise at the time of playback.  
When storing the cassette after use, be sure  
to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it  
out.  
If the cassette is left for more than 6 months  
(depending on the storage condition) in the  
Camcorder or stopped midway, the tape may  
sag and be damaged.  
Once every 6 months, wind the tape to the end  
and then rewind it to the beginning. If the  
cassette is left for 1 year or longer without  
winding or rewinding, the tape may be deformed  
by expansion or shrinkage attributable to  
temperature and humidity. The wound tape may  
stick to itself.  
Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays) and  
humidity may damage the tape. Such usage  
may cause damage to the Camcorder and the  
heads.  
After use, be sure to rewind the tape to the  
beginning, put the cassette in the case to  
protect it from dust and store it upright.  
Keep the cassette away from strong  
magnetism.  
Apparatus using magnets such as magnetic  
necklaces and toys have magnetic force that is  
stronger than expected and they may erase the  
contents of a recording or may increase noise.  
If the operating time is very short even after  
the battery has been recharged, the battery  
has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.  
ª About the AC adaptor  
ª About the card  
If the battery is warm, charging requires more  
time than normal.  
When inserting or removing the card, always  
set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].  
When the access lamp is illuminated (During  
access to the card), do not pull out the card,  
rotate the mode dial, turn off the power or  
cause any vibrations or impact.  
If the temperature of the battery is extremely  
high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] lamp may  
continue flashing and the battery may not be  
charged. After the battery temperature has  
decreased or increased sufficiently, recharging  
starts automatically. So, wait for a while. If the  
lamp still continues flashing even after the  
recharging, the battery or AC adaptor may be  
faulty. If so, please contact a dealer.  
Do not leave the card in places where there is  
high temperature or direct sunlight or where  
electromagnetic waves or static electricity are  
easily generated. Moreover, do not fold or  
drop the card.  
If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio  
reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC  
adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from radio.  
When using the AC adaptor, it may generate  
whirring sounds. However, this is normal.  
After use, be sure to pull out the AC cable from  
the AC jack. (If they are left connected, a minute  
amount of current is consumed.)  
The card may break or the contents of the card  
may be destroyed or erased.  
Do not touch the terminals on the back of the  
card.  
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 and  
USB reader/writer.  
Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor  
and battery clean.  
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After use, be sure to remove the card from the  
ª LCD monitor/viewfinder  
LCD monitor  
Camcorder for storage.  
After use or when storing or carrying the card,  
put it in the storage case.  
When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a  
dry soft cloth.  
Do not allow dust, water or foreign substances  
to adhere to the terminals on the back of the  
card. Moreover, do not touch the terminals with  
your hand.  
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children  
to prevent swallowing.  
In a place with drastic temperature changes,  
condensation may form on the LCD monitor.  
Wipe it with soft dry cloth.  
If your Camcorder is extremely cold, the LCD  
monitor is slightly darker than usual immediately  
after you turn the power on. However, as the  
internal temperature increases, it goes back to  
normal brightness.  
ª Folder structure of the card  
The folder structure of the card formatted by  
the Camcorder will be displayed on the PC as  
the illustration below.  
Extremely high precision technology is  
employed to produce the LCD monitor  
screen featuring a total of approximately  
123,000 pixels. The result is more than  
99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of  
the pixels inactive or always lit. However,  
this is not a malfunction and does not affect  
the recorded picture.  
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Up to 999 pictures can be recorded on  
100CDPFP folder etc.  
Files with the DPOF settings can be recorded  
on MISC folder.  
Extremely high precision technology is  
employed to produce the viewfinder screen  
featuring a total of approximately 113,000  
pixels. The result is more than 99.99%  
effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the  
pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is  
not a malfunction and does not affect the  
recorded picture.  
ª Periodical check-ups  
To maintain the highest image quality, we  
recommend replacing worn parts such as heads  
after approx. 1000 hours of use. (This, however,  
depends on operating conditions including  
temperature, humidity and dust.)  
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ª White balance  
Explanation of terms  
The image recorded by the Camcorder may  
become bluish or reddish under the influence of  
light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust  
the white balance.  
White balance adjustment determines the white  
color under different light sources. By recognizing  
which is the white color under sunlight and which  
is the white color under a fluorescent lamp, the  
Camcorder can adjust the balance among the  
other colors.  
ª Automatic white balance  
White balance adjustment recognizes the color of  
light and adjusts so the white color will become a  
pure white. The Camcorder determines the hue of  
light that comes through the lens and white  
balance sensor, thereby judging the recording  
condition and selects the closest hue setting. This  
is called automatic white balance adjustment.  
However, since the Camcorder only stores white  
color information under several light sources,  
automatic white balance adjustment does not  
function normally under the other light sources.  
Since white is the reference of all colors (light),  
the Camcorder can record pictures in a natural  
hue if it can recognize the reference white color.  
ª Auto focus  
2)  
Auto focus automatically moves the focusing lens  
forward and backward inside the Camcorder to  
bring the subject into focus.  
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Auto focus has the following characteristics.  
Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are  
seen more clearly.  
Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast  
into focus.  
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Focuses on the screen center only.  
Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not  
work correctly in the following situations. Record  
pictures in the manual focus mode.  
Recording a subject with one end located  
closer to the Camcorder and the other end  
farther away from it  
As auto focus adjusts at the center of an  
image, it may be impossible to focus on a  
subject that is located in both the foreground  
and background.  
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Outside of the effective range of automatic white  
balance adjustment, the image will become  
reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range  
of automatic white balance adjustment, the  
automatic white balance adjustment may not  
function properly if there is more than one light  
source. For light outside the functional auto white  
balance adjustment range, use the manual white  
balance adjustment mode.  
Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass  
The subject behind the glass will not be focused  
because the focus is on the dirty glass.  
Recording a subject that is surrounded by  
objects with glossy surfaces or by highly  
reflective objects  
The recording subject may become blurry  
because the Camcorder focuses on the  
objects with glossy surfaces or on highly  
reflective objects.  
1) The effective range of automatic white  
balance adjustment on this Camcorder  
2) Blue sky  
3) Cloudy sky (rain)  
4) TV screen  
5) Sunlight  
Recording a subject in dark surroundings  
The Camcorder cannot focus correctly  
because the light information that comes  
through the lens decreases considerably.  
Recording a fast-moving subject  
6) White fluorescent lamp  
7) Halogen light bulb  
8) Incandescent light bulb  
9) Sunrise or sunset  
10) Candlelight  
As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically,  
it cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject.  
Recording a subject with little contrast  
A subject with little contrast, such as a white  
wall, may become blurry because the  
Camcorder achieves focus based upon the  
vertical lines of an image.  
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USB:  
Card reader/writer function  
No copyright protection support  
Digital interface:  
DV input/output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)  
Dimensions :  
Specifications  
Digital Video Camcorder  
Information for your safety  
78.5 mm (W) k72.6 mm (H) k136.0 mm (D)  
3.091 inch (W) k2.859 inch (H) k5 .355 inch (D)  
(excluding the projecting parts)  
Power source:  
DC 7.9/7.2 V  
Power consumption:  
Recording  
Mass:  
Approx. 450 g (0.99 lbs)  
4.3 W  
(without the supplied battery, DV cassette and lens  
cap)  
Operating temperature:  
0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)  
Operating humidity:  
Recording format:  
Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format)  
Tape used:  
10% to 80%  
6.35 mm digital video tape  
Recording/playback time:  
SP: 80 min; LP: 120 min (with DVM80)  
Video  
Recording system:  
Digital component  
Television system:  
EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal  
Audio  
Recording system:  
PCM digital recording  
16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch)  
Image sensor:  
Card memory functions  
Recording media:  
SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/  
128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (Maximum))  
(FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding)  
SDHC Memory Card (4 GB (Maximum))  
(FAT32 format corresponding)  
Please confirm the latest information on the  
following website.  
1/6-inch CCD image sensor  
[Effective pixels]  
Moving picture: 340 K (4:3), 460 K (16:9)/  
Still picture: 350 K (4:3), 460 K (16:9)/  
Total: 680 K  
Still picture recording file format:  
JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based  
on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding  
Still picture size:  
640k480  
Lens:  
640k360  
Auto Iris, F1.8 to F3.7, Focal length; 2.3 mm to  
73.6 mm, Macro (Full range AF)  
Filter diameter:  
37 mm  
Zoom:  
32:1 Power zoom  
Monitor:  
WEB camera  
Compression:  
Motion JPEG  
Image size:  
320k240 pixels (QVGA)  
Frame rate:  
Approx. 6 fps  
2.7-inch LCD  
Viewfinder:  
Color electronic viewfinder  
Microphone:  
Stereo (with a zoom function)  
Speaker:  
1 round speaker 20 mm  
Standard illumination:  
1,400 lx  
Minimum required illumination:  
12 lx (Low light mode: 1/60)  
2 lx (MagicPix function)  
Video output level:  
1.0 Vp-p, 75 ≠  
Audio output level (Line):  
316 mV, 600 ≠  
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AC adaptor  
Information for your safety  
Power source:  
AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption:  
19 W  
DC output:  
DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Camcorder operation)  
DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)  
Dimensions:  
61 mm (W)k32 mm (H)k91 mm (D)  
2.40 inch (W)k1.26 inch (H)k3.58 inch (D)  
Mass:  
Approx. 110 g (0.24 lbs)  
Specifications may change without prior notice.  
Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Card (optional)  
[16:9] mode and [4:3] mode:  
PICTURE  
SIZE  
0.2 (16:9) /  
(4:3)  
0.3M  
PICT.  
QUALITY  
8 MB  
16 MB  
32 MB  
64 MB  
128 MB  
256 MB  
512 MB  
1 GB  
45  
100  
95  
200  
440  
220  
440  
880  
880  
1760  
3520  
7040  
14080  
28160  
56320  
1760  
3520  
7040  
14080  
28160  
2 GB  
4 GB  
The numbers shown in the table are approximations.  
These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.  
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Camcorder Accessory System  
Accessory#  
Figure  
Description  
PV-DAC14  
AC adaptor with AC cable  
and DC cables  
640 mAh/Rechargeab  
Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
*CGR-DU06A/1B  
*CGA-DU12A/1B  
*CGA-DU21A/1B  
1150 mAh/Rechargeable  
Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
2040 mAh/Rechargeable  
Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
PV-DDC9  
DV Interface Cable  
(4-pin to 4-pin)  
RP-SDR04GU1K  
RP-SDR02GU1A  
RP-SDR01GU1A  
RP-SDR512U1A  
RP-SDR256U1A  
Class 2 4 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 2 2 GB SD Memory Card  
Class 2 1 GB SD Memory Card  
Class 2 512 MB SD Memory Card  
Class 2 256 MB SD Memory Card  
RP-SDK02GU1A  
RP-SDH01GU1A  
RP-SDK512U1A  
RP-SDH256U1A  
High Speed 2 GB SD Memory Card  
High Speed 1 GB SD Memory Card  
High Speed 512 MB SD Memory Card  
High Speed 256 MB SD Memory Card  
RP-SDV04GU1K  
RP-SDV02GU1A  
RP-SDV01GU1A  
Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card  
Class 6 2 GB SD Memory Card  
Class 6 1 GB SD Memory Card  
RP-SS01GU1K  
RP-SS512BU1K  
RP-SS256BU1K  
miniSD 1 GB SD Memory Card  
miniSD 512 MB SD Memory Card  
miniSD 256 MB SD Memory Card  
VW-LDC10  
Video DC Light (10 W)  
(CGR-DU06 is necessary to activate it.  
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PV-HB002  
Carrying Case  
*Please refer to page -14-, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.  
NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local  
dealer.  
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Camcorder Accessory Order Form  
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.  
1. Palmcorder Model #  
2. Items Ordered  
Accessory #  
Description  
P
rice Each  
Quantity  
Total Price  
Subtotal  
Your State & Local Sales Tax  
Shipping & Handling  
Total Enclosed  
6.95  
3. Method of payment (check one)  
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)  
VISA  
Credit Card #  
MasterCard  
Discover  
Expiration Date  
Customer Signature  
Make Check or Money Order Payable to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES  
(Please do not send cash)  
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)  
Ship To:  
Mr.  
Mrs.  
Ms.  
Phone#:  
First  
Last  
Day  
(
)
)
Street Address  
City  
Night  
(
State  
Zip  
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF  
THE FOLLOWING:  
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  
OR  
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368  
[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]  
OR  
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE  
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032  
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Request for Service Notice  
Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice, in the  
unlikely event this product needs service.  
Request for Service Notice:  
Please include your proof of purchase.  
(Failure to do so will delay your repair.)  
To further speed your repair, please provide  
an explanation of what is wrong with the unit  
and any symptom it is exhibiting.  
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:  
Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center  
1590 Touhy Ave.  
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007  
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Limited Warranty  
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS  
COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC  
CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Panasonic Video Products  
Limited Warranty  
Limited Warranty Coverage  
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below,  
which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished  
parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.  
Product  
Parts  
Labor  
Contact Number  
Service  
Ninety (90) Days  
Ninety (90) Days  
One (1) Year (except CCD Image Sensor)  
CCD Image Sensor - 6 (Six) Months  
1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
Carry-In or Mail-In  
Camcorder  
DVD/VCR Deck,  
A/V Mixer  
One (1) Year  
Ninety (90) Days  
Carry-In or Mail-In  
1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
Carry-In: 21”  
TV/VCR, TV/DVD,  
TV/DVD/VCR  
Combination  
Ninety (90) Days  
Ninety (90) Days  
CRTand Smaller  
In-Home or Carry-In:  
22” CRT and Larger  
One (1) Year (except CRT)  
CRT - Two (2) Years  
One (1) Year (except CRT)  
CRT - Two (2) Years  
Ninety (90) Days  
Ninety (90) Days  
TV/HDR  
Combination  
1-888-843-9788  
In-Home or Carry-In  
Rechargeable  
Batteries  
(in exchange for  
defective item)  
Ten (10) Days  
Not Applicable  
Carry-In or Mail-In  
1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
Tape  
(in exchange for  
defective item)  
Five (5) Days  
Not Applicable  
Not Applicable  
Carry-In or Mail-In  
Carry-In or Mail-In  
1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
Memory Cards  
(in exchange for  
defective item)  
Ninety (90) Days  
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.  
You must carry-in or mail-in (prepaid) your product or arrange for in-home service, as applicable, during the warranty period. If non-  
rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the  
United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A  
purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.  
Carry-In, Mail-in (Prepaid) or In-Home Service  
For Carry-In, Mail-In (prepaid) or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit  
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.  
In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include  
removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be completed in-home, but will require  
that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.  
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or  
cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images (including,  
among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV’s, or  
onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or  
failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug  
infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper  
maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other  
business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that  
is attributable to acts of God.  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.  
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM  
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANYBREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.  
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel  
to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are  
for illustration only.)  
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE  
LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer  
or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the  
addresses listed for the warrantor.  
PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH  
ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
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Customer Services Directory  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer  
or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and  
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-211-PANA (7262),  
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855  
Accessory Purchases  
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products  
by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, send your request by E-mail to:  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)  
Panasonic Services Company  
20421 84th Avenue South,  
Kent, WA 98032  
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)  
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277  
Product Repairs  
Centralized Factory Service Center  
Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center  
1590 Touhy Ave.  
MAIL TO:  
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007  
Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elk Grove Village Centralized Factory  
Service Center.  
Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”).  
Service in Puerto Rico  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910  
As of November 2006  
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ª Numerics  
4:3 Function ...................................................33  
ª O  
Optical image stabilizer function .................... 34  
ª A  
ª P  
AC Adaptor ..............................................12, 65  
Aperture .........................................................37  
ª B  
Photoshot ...................................................... 28  
Portrait Mode ................................................. 34  
ª Q  
Backlight Compensation ................................30  
Blank Search .................................................27  
Built-in LED Video Light .................................24  
ª C  
Camcorder Accessory Order Form ................71  
Card Playback ...............................................40  
Charging the Battery ......................................12  
Condensation .................................................63  
Customer Services Directory .........................74  
ª D  
Date/Time Setting ..........................................15  
Digital Dubbing ..............................................44  
Digital Zoom ...................................................30  
DPOF Setting .................................................42  
Dubbing .........................................................43  
ª E  
Quick Start ..................................................... 17  
ª R  
Recording Check ........................................... 27  
Recording Speed ........................................... 25  
Remaining Tape Time ................................... 57  
Repeat Playback ........................................... 38  
Request for Service Notice ............................ 72  
ª S  
Scene Mode .................................................. 34  
SD Card ...................................................19, 52  
Self-Recording ............................................... 30  
Self-timer Recording ......................................33  
Shutter Speed ............................................... 37  
Soft Skin Mode .............................................. 31  
Sound Volume ............................................... 38  
SP/LP Mode .................................................. 25  
Sports Mode .................................................. 34  
Spotlight Mode .............................................. 34  
Surf & Snow Mode ........................................ 34  
ª V  
Erasure Prevention Slider ..............................18  
ª F  
Fade ...............................................................32  
Formatting ......................................................41  
Frame-by-frame playback ..............................39  
ª G  
Video Head Clogging ....................................63  
Viewfinder ................................................ 16, 66  
ª W  
Guideline function ..........................................34  
Web Camera ................................................. 47  
White Balance ............................................... 35  
Wide Function ............................................... 33  
Wind Noise Reduction Function .................... 32  
ª Z  
ª H  
Help mode .....................................................22  
ª L  
LCD Monitor .............................................16, 66  
Limited Warranty ............................................73  
Low Light Mode .............................................34  
ª M  
Zoom ............................................................. 29  
Zoom Microphone ......................................... 30  
MagicPix function ...........................................31  
Manual Focus ................................................36  
Mode Dial .......................................................20  
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3 Apriete la marca [PUSH] 1 a fin de cerrar el  
compartimiento del cassette.  
Spanish Quick Use Guide/  
Guía española para el uso rápido  
ª Carga de la batería  
1 Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA al  
adaptador de CA y a la toma de la red de  
CA.  
1
PUSH  
2 Meta la batería en el respectivo soporte  
alineando la marca, luego encájela.  
4 Sólo cierre la tapa del cassette después de  
que el respectivo compartimiento esté  
cabalmente alojado.  
ª Insertar/quitar una tarjeta  
1 Haga deslizar la tapa de la ranura de la  
tarjeta hacia fuera para abrirla.  
ª Montaje de la batería  
Empuje la batería contra el porta batería y hágala  
deslizar hasta que dispare.  
2 Inserte/quite la tarjeta en/de la ranura.  
1
Cuando inserta una tarjeta, con su lado  
etiquetado vuelto 1 hacia Ud., la apriete  
derecha de un solo golpe hasta que tope.  
Cuando quita la tarjeta, abra la tapa de la  
respectiva ranura, apriete en el medio de la  
tarjeta y tírela fuera derecha.  
ª Insertar/quitar un cassette  
1 Haga deslizar la palanca [OPEN/EJECT] y  
abra la tapa del cassette.  
OPEN/  
EJECT  
3 Cierre firmemente la tapa de la ranura de la  
tarjeta.  
ª Cómo activar la alimentación  
1 Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el  
interruptor [OFF/ON] en [ON].  
2 Una vez que el compartimiento del cassette  
esté abierto, inserte/quite el cassette.  
1
OFF  
ON  
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1 Oprima el botón de Photoshot [  
].  
ª Cómo apagar la alimentación  
1 Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el  
interruptor [OFF/ON] en [OFF].  
1
OFF  
ON  
ª Grabación en una cinta  
Ajuste al modo de grabación de cinta.  
ª Reproducción de la cinta  
Ajuste al modo de reproducción de cinta.  
1 Oprima el botón de inicio/parada de la  
grabación para empezar a grabar.  
1 Actúe en la palanca de mando.  
1/;: Reproducción/Pausa  
6: Rebobinado/Localización regresiva  
(Vuelve para reproducir con el icono  
1/;.)  
5: Avance rápido/Localización progresiva  
(Vuelve para reproducir con el icono  
1/;.)  
2 Oprima de nuevo el botón de inicio/parada  
de la grabación para detener brevemente la  
grabación.  
:  
Parada  
;
ª Reproducción de tarjeta  
Ajuste al modo de reproducción de imagen.  
ª Grabación de imágenes fijas en una  
tarjeta (Photoshot)  
Ajuste al modo de grabación de tarjeta.  
1 Actúe en la palanca de mando.  
E:  
Reproducción de la imagen anterior.  
Reproducción de la siguiente imagen.  
D:  
1/: Diapositiva (Reproduce por orden las  
imágenes fijas en la tarjeta), inicio/parada  
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
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Printed in Indonesia  
LSQT1181 A  
F1206Ak  
© 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  

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