Operating Instructions
Digital Video Camcorder
Model No.
PV-GS300
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
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For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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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-GS300
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE
ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
≥Since this product gets hot during use, operate it in a well ventilated place; do not install this
equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
WARNING
AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO
NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the
European Union.
If you wish to discard this product,
please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for
the correct method of disposal.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
S3125A
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it will be left unused for
long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN
Precautions
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.
USE & LOCATION
WARNING
≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your
Camcorder and power supply should not be
exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the
power supply or operate your Camcorder if it
gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed
for outdoor use, however it is not designed to
sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet,
snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a
pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could
permanently damage the internal parts of your
Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this
unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply
before cleaning.
≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR
THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN
NOT IN USE.
≥STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Store
and handle your Camcorder in a manner that
will not subject it to unnecessary movement
(avoid shaking and striking). Your Camcorder
contains a sensitive pick-up device which could
be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
≥TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use
strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning
your Camcorder body.
≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the
surface of the lens with your hand. Use a
commercial Camcorder lens solution and lens
paper when cleaning the lens. Improper
cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR
CAMCORDER ... Before handling your
Camcorder, make sure your hands and face are
free from any chemical products, such as
suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
CAUTION
≥DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE
SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
≥DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH
THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS
THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF
≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO
EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as,
in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a
heater, etc... This action could permanently
damage the internal parts of your Camcorder.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited
viewing.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation,
and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, Quick Movie
Magic and MotionDV STUDIO)
You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement
(“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee
does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Matsushita”), its distributors or dealers from which you made
the purchase.
Article 1
License
Licensee is granted the right to use the software, including the information recorded or described on the
CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively “Software”), but
all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the Software are not
transferred to Licensee.
Article 2
Use by a Third Party
Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or allow any third party, whether free of charge or not, to
use, copy or modify the Software, except as expressly provided for in this Agreement.
Article 3
Restrictions on Copying the Software
Licensee may make a single copy of the Software in whole or in part solely for back-up purpose.
Article 4
Computer
Licensee may only use the Software on a single computer at a single location.
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Article 5
Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly
Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent
either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Matsushita,
or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to
Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of the Software.
Article 6
Limitation of Liability
The Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including,
but not limited to, warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a particular
purpose. Further, Matsushita does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted
or error free. Matsushita or any of its distributors or dealers will not be liable for any damage suffered by
Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.
Article 7
Export Control
Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to any country the Software in any form without the
appropriate export licenses under regulations of the country where Licensee resides, if necessary.
Article 8
Termination of License
The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be automatically terminated if Licensee violates any of the
terms and conditions of this Agreement. Upon such automatic termination, Licensee must destroy the
Software and related documentation together with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s own expense.
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Contents
Record mode
Parts identification and handling.................... 12
Power supply ................................................. 15
Charging time and recordable time................ 16
Turning the Camcorder on............................. 16
Setting date and time..................................... 17
Inserting/removing a cassette........................ 20
Inserting/removing a card .............................. 20
Selecting a mode........................................... 21
How to use the joystick.................................. 22
Help mode ..................................................... 23
Switching the language.................................. 24
Using the menu screen.................................. 24
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder.................. 25
Using the remote control................................ 26
Wind noise reduction function ....................... 36
Auto Ground-Directional Standby (AGS)....... 36
Using the built-in flash ................................... 36
Self-timer recording....................................... 37
RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot................. 39
Recording in various situations
(Scene mode) ............................................. 39
Recording in natural colors
(White balance)........................................... 40
Manual focus adjustment .............................. 41
Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment... 42
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Menu
Playing back tape .......................................... 43
Slow-motion playback/
frame-by-frame playback ............................ 44
Variable-speed search function ..................... 44
Playback on TV.............................................. 45
Playing back card .......................................... 45
Formatting a card........................................... 47
Protecting files on a card ............................... 47
Writing the printing data on a card
Before requesting repair
Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ............ 84
Index.............................................................. 85
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Edit mode
Recording from a tape onto a card ................ 48
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR
(Dubbing) .................................................... 48
Using the DV Cable for Recording
Printing pictures by directly connecting to the
printer (PictBridge) ...................................... 51
Using the Camcorder with a PC .................... 52
Connecting Computer and Camcorder.......... 53
Using Quick Movie Magic or
MotionDV STUDIO...................................... 56
Using on Macintosh ....................................... 59
To disconnect USB cable safely.................... 60
If you no longer need software or driver
(Uninstall).................................................... 60
Notes ............................................................. 60
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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 main socket.
2 Put the battery on the battery mount by
aligning the mark, and then securely plug it
in.
1
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.
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].
OPEN/
EJECT
1
2 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/
remove the cassette.
OFF
ON
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Before using
1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button
ª How to turn off the power
1 While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/
ON] switch to [OFF].
1
OFF
ON
PHOTO SHOT
ª Playing back tape
≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.
ª Recording on a tape
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Operate with joystick.
1 Press the recording start/stop button to
start recording.
1/;: Playback/Pause
6: Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to
playback with the 1/; icon.)
5: Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to
playback with the 1/; icon.)
∫:
Stop
2 Press the recording start/stop button again
to pause recording.
ª Playing back card
≥Set to Card Playback Mode.
;
1 Operate with joystick.
ª Recording still pictures onto a card
(Photoshot)
≥Set to Card Recording Mode.
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
(5)
The following are the accessories supplied with
this product.
(1)
1)
(6)
(2)
(3)
PV-DAC14D
K2GJ2DZ00018 K2CA2CA00029
(7)
2)
4)
6)
3)
CR2025
(4)
(1) Built-in flash -36-
CGA-DU12
N2QAEC000017
(2) White balance sensor -40-
Remote control sensor -27-
(3) Recording lamp -65-
(4) Grip belt
(One-touch free-style grip belt) -14-
(5) Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)
5)
VFC3506-1A
K2KZ9CB00001
≥LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica
microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a
registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
(6) Lens cover
VFF0304
VFA0453
1) AC adaptor, DC Cable, AC Cable -15-
2) Battery pack -15-
(7) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -33-, -36-
(8)
CAUTION:
A/V
This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V
AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for
voltages other than 120 V AC. Please
contact either a local or foreign electrical
parts distributor for assistance in selecting
an alternate AC plug. We recommend using
the accessory power plug adaptor
(VJSS0070) in an area which has special AC
outlets.
(9)
MIC
(10)
(8) Speaker -43-
(9) Audio-video/S-Video output terminal
[A/V] -48-
≥Use the supplied Multi cable only.
(10) Microphone terminal [MIC]
≥A compatible plug-in powered microphone
can be used as an external microphone.
≥When the Camcorder is connected with AC
Adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard
depending on microphone type. In that
case, please switch to battery for power
supply and noise will stop
3) Remote control, button-type battery -26-
4) Multi cable -48-
5) Shoulder strap -14-
6) USB cable and CD-ROM -51-
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Before using
(24) USB terminal [
] -51-
(14)
(15)
(16)
(25) DV input/output terminal [DV] -49-
(26) Reset button [RESET] -68-
(27) Card access lamp -21-
(28) Card slot -21-
(11)
(12)
(17)
(18)
(19)
(29) Card slot cover -20-
(32)
(33)
(13)
BATT
(30)
(31)
(34)
(35)
(11) Viewfinder -18-, -75-
Due to limitations in LCD production
(30) Cassette holder -20-
(31) Accessory shoe
≥Accessories, such as a stereo microphone
(optional), are attached here.
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.
(32) Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -20-
(33) Cassette cover -20-
(34) Zoom lever [W/T] -32-
Volume lever [s /VOLr] -43-
(35) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -30-
(12) Battery holder
(13) Battery release lever [BATT] -15-
(14) Power switch [OFF/ON] -16-
(15) Status indicator -16-
(16) Menu button [MENU] -24-
(17) Joystick -22-
(18) Mode dial -21-
(19) Recording start/stop button -29-
(22)
(23)
(20)
(21)
(24)
(25)
(26)
(36)
(27)
(36) 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.)
(28)
(29)
(20) LCD monitor -18-, -75-
≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the
tripod is used. Insert the card first and then
attach the tripod.
Due to limitations in LCD production
technology, there may be some tiny bright or
dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
However, this is not a malfunction and does
not affect the recorded picture.
(21) LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -18-
(22) Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/
FOCUS] -28-, -39-, -42-
(23) Power LCD button [POWER LCD] -25-
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Before using
The one-touch free-style grip belt
ª To use as a grip belt
Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.
1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.
(37)
(37) Shoulder strap fixture
This is a fixture for attaching the shoulder strap to
hang the Camcorder from your neck or shoulder.
3
1
3
2
1
2
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Fix the belt.
≥Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through
the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend
part 3 by at least 2 cm (1 inch).
≥Fit the other end of the belt similarly.
ª To use as a hand strap
If you use the grip belt as a hand strap, then you
can carry or handle this Camcorder more easily.
1 Flip the belt.
2
1
(38)
(38) Lens hood
In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it
counter-clockwise 1. In order to fit it, place into
slot 2, and then rotate it clockwise.
≥The lens hood has a built-in lens cover.
1
2
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
2 Put your hand through the strap.
≥Hold the Camcorder without covering the
microphones or sensors with your hands.
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Before using
1 Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor
and the AC Jack.
Power supply
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.
ª Charging the battery
When this product is purchased, the battery is not
charged. Charge the battery before using this
product.
≥Battery charging time (-16-)
≥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.
≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries.
≥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.
ª Fitting the battery
Push the battery against the battery holder and
slide it until it clicks.
2 Put the battery on the battery mount by
aligning the mark, and then securely plug it
in.
ª Removing the battery
While sliding the [BATT] lever, slide the battery
(or the DC Cable) to remove it.
ª Charging lamp
Lights up:Charging
Goes off: Charging completed
Flashing: The battery is over discharged
(discharged excessively). In a while,
the lamp will light up and normal
charging will start.
When the battery temperature is
excessively high or low, the [CHARGE]
lamp flashes and the charging time will
be longer than normal.
ª Connecting to the AC outlet
BATT
≥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
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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.
ª How to turn on the power
1 While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/
ON] switch to [ON].
1
Supplied
battery/
CGA-DU12
(7.2 V/
A
B
2 h 25 min
2 h 15 min
(2 h 5 min)
OFF
ON
1150 mAh)
CGA-DU21
(7.2 V/
2040 mAh)
CGR-DU06
(7.2 V/
A
B
3 h 55 min
4 h
(3 h 45 min)
1 h 40 min
1 h 15 min
(1 h 10 min)
≥The Status indicator lights red and the power
turns on.
≥In Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording
Mode, the lens cover opens.
≥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
and the lens cover closes.
A
B
640 mAh)
A Charging time
B Maximum continuously recordable time
“1 h 10 min” indicates 1 hour 10 minutes.
≥The battery CGA-DU12 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 intermittent recording).
ª How to turn off the power
1 While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/
ON] switch to [OFF].
1
OFF
ON
≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] when not
using the Camcorder.
≥The recordable time will become shorter in the
following cases:
≥The Status indicator goes off when the power
turns off.
≥When you use both the viewfinder and the
LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating
the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself,
using the 0 lux MAGICPIX function, etc.
≥When you use this Camcorder with the LCD
monitor lit up by pressing the [POWER LCD]
button.
≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. The
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. (-18-)
≥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]. (-24-)
≥The LCD monitor or viewfinder will be
activated.
2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the
viewfinder.
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:
OFF
ON
2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...
≥The 12-hour clock is used.
3 Press the joystick to determine the setting.
≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
≥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] (-19-), the unit goes into quick start
standby mode and the Status indicator lights
green.)
≥The power does not turn off even if the
LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder
is retracted while recording on a tape.
3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the
viewfinder to turn the power on and use the
Camcorder again.
ª About date/time
≥The date and time function are driven by a built-
in lithium battery.
≥Make sure to check the time before recording
because the built-in clock is not very accurate.
ª Recharging the built-in lithium battery
≥If [0] or [--] is 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 turn 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 Place your finger on OPEN and 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.
OPEN
≥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.
1 180o
2 90o
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OCT 15 2006
≥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.
12:30:45PM
OCT 15 2006
≥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].
(-24-)
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.
≥If the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF] while the
unit is in quick start standby, the lens cover
closes and 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.
≥If the Mode dial is moved or the battery is
removed in quick start standby mode, quick
start is canceled and the power turns off.
≥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.)
≥This is only activated in the following cases.
Recording Mode is set.
≥A card is inserted, while the Card Recording
Mode is set.
≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON].
(-24-)
2 While the [OFF/ON] switch is still set to
[ON], close the LCD monitor and retract the
Viewfinder.
≥If the power is turned on in quick start standby,
the zoom magnification becomes 1t and the
picture size may differ from what it was before
quick start standby.
≥If [POWER SAVE] (-29-) 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
≥When using the AC adaptor, Quick Start can be
used even if a tape/card is not inserted.
≥The Status indicator lights green and the unit
goes into quick start standby mode.
≥The lens cover does not close.
≥The Camcorder will not go into quick start
standby 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
unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise
Inserting/removing a cassette
condensation may be formed on the heads or
the cassette tape. (-72-)
1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on
the power.
ª When the cassette holder does not
come out
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.
OPEN/
EJECT
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 the cover is fully opened, the cassette
holder will come out.
3 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/
remove the cassette.
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
R
E
C
SAVE
≥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.
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.
1
PUSH
1
≥The cassette holder is housed.
5 Only after the cassette holder is completely
housed, close the cassette cover tightly.
OFF
ON
≥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.
≥Check that the Status indicator has gone off.
2 Open the card slot cover.
≥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. (-74-)
≥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
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Before using
3 Insert/remove the card into/from the card
slot.
ª Concerning the write protection
switch on the SD Memory Card
≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection
switch on it. If the switch is moved to [LOCK],
you cannot write to the card, erase the data on
it, or format it. If it is moved back, you can.
1
Selecting a mode
Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.
1 Rotate the mode dial.
≥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.
≥Set your desired mode to 1.
1
ª Concerning the card
Joystick
≥Do not format the card with another
Camcorder or any personal computer. This
operation may make the card unusable.
≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the
card.
: TAPE RECORDING MODE
Use this when you record the image on a tape.
(Also, you can simultaneously record still pictures
on a card while recording images on a tape.)
≥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.
: TAPE PLAYBACK MODE
Use this to play back a tape.
: CARD RECORDING MODE
Use this to record still pictures on a card.
ª Card access lamp
: CARD PLAYBACK MODE
Use this to play back the still pictures recorded on
a card.
: PC CONNECTION MODE
You can view or edit the images recorded on a
PC
card on your personal computer. -53-
≥When the Camcorder accesses the card
(reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the
access lamp lights up.
≥If the following operations are performed when
the access lamp is lit, then the card or the
recorded data may be damaged or the
Camcorder may malfunction.
≥Inserting or removing the card.
≥Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode
dial.
≥Attaching and removing the battery.
ª SD Memory Card
≥The memory capacity indicated on the SD
Memory Card label corresponds to the total
amount of capacity to protect and manage the
copyright and the capacity available as
conventional memory for a Camcorder,
personal computer or other equipment.
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Before using
2) Tape recording mode
How to use the joystick
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to
[MANUAL])
ª Basic joystick operations
Operations on the menu screen and selection
of files to be played back on the multi-image
display
Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select
an item or file, and then push in the center to set
it.
1
3
5
2
4
2
1
1 Select by moving up.
2
2 Select by moving down.
3 Select by moving left.
4 Select by moving right.
5 Determine by pushing the center.
2
Iris or gain value
White balance
Shutter speed
-42-
-40-
-42-
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.)
5/5 3
1
2
6/6
Manual focus adjustment
(When set to [FOCUS])
-41-
1
≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.
≥2 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/MANUAL/
FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]).
3) Tape playback mode
1) Tape recording mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to
[AUTO])
1
Playback/pause
Stop
-43-
-43-
-43-
Rewind (review playback)
Fast forward (cue playback) -43-
2
1/4 3
1
Fade
-35-
-33-
-23-
-34-
-35-
-34-
-30-
-30-
Backlight compensation
Help mode
2
2/4
Soft skin mode
Tele macro
1
3/4 3
MagicPix/0 Lux MagicPix
Recording check
Blank search
2
4/4
1
≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.
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Before using
4) Card recording mode
Help mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to
Select an icon for an explanation of the function.
[AUTO])
2
1/2 3
1
Self-timer recording
Backlight compensation
Help mode
-37-
-33-
-23-
-34-
-35-
1
2
2/2
Soft skin mode
Tele macro
1
2 Move the joystick right to select the Help
mode icon [ ].
5) Card recording mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to
[MANUAL])
displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/
Recording Mode.
the desired icon.
1
2
3/3 3
1
Iris or gain value
White balance
Shutter speed
-42-
-40-
-42-
2
4/4
Manual focus adjustment
(Set to [FOCUS])
-41-
1
≥1 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/
MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]).
6) Card playback mode
≥An explanation of the selected icon is
displayed on the screen.
indication changes.
Select [EXIT] icon or press the [MENU] button.
≥When the Help mode is used, functions cannot
be set.
3
4
2
1
Slide show start/pause
Delete
-45-
-46-
-45-
-45-
Playback previous picture
Playback next picture
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Before using
5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the
selection.
Switching the language
You can switch the language on the screen
display or the menu screen.
1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired
language.
6 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the item to be set.
Using the menu screen
For each individual menu, please refer to -63-.
1 Press the [MENU] button.
7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.
MENU
ª To exit the menu screen
Press the [MENU] button.
≥The menu corresponding to the mode
selected by the mode dial is displayed.
≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is
displayed.
ª To get back to the previous screen
Move the joystick left.
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the top menu.
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.
3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the
selection.
4 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the sub-menu.
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Before using
4 Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to
ª Operating with remote control
The menu screen transition is the same as when
the buttons on the main unit are used.
1 Press the [MENU] button.
complete the settings.
≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180°
towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD
monitor cannot be adjusted.
≥To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close
the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to
activate it.
≥These settings will not affect the images actually
recorded.
2 Select a menu item.
≥Use the direction buttons (3, 2, 1, 4) and
[ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the
main unit.
ª In order to increase the brightness of
the entire LCD monitor
1 Press the [POWER LCD] button.
POWER
LCD
3 Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu
screen.
≥The [ ] indication appears on the LCD
monitor.
≥If the [POWER LCD] button is pressed, the
entire LCD monitor will become approx. twice
as bright as the normal.
≥When the [POWER LCD] button is pressed
again, the [ ] indication disappears and the
original brightness is restored.
≥This will not affect the images to be recorded.
≥If you turn on the Camcorder when the AC
adaptor is used, the [POWER LCD] function will
automatically be activated.
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder
ª Adjusting the brightness and color
level
1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >>
[YES].
≥You cannot use this function in PC Connection
Mode.
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the item to be adjusted.
[LCD SET]
: Brightness of the LCD monitor
: Color level of the LCD monitor
[EVF SET]
:Brightness of the viewfinder
EVF
3 Move the joystick left or right to move the
bar indication representing the brightness.
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Before using
Using the remote control
(10)
(14)
ª Remote control
Using the remote control supplied will enable
control of almost all functions of this Camcorder.
(15)
(16)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(17)
(11) Rewind/review button [6]
(12) Pause button [;]
(5)
(13) Stop button [∫]
(14) Recording start/stop button
[START/STOP] ¢
(1) On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY]
-45-
(2) Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -65-
(3) Audio dubbing button [AUDIO DUB] -50-
(4) Record button [¥REC] -49-
(5) Direction buttons [3, 2, 1, 4] -25-
(15) Playback button [PLAY 1]
(16) Fast forward/cue button [5]
(17) Enter button [ENTER] -25-
¢ means that these buttons function in the same
manner as the corresponding buttons on the
Camcorder.
ª Install a button-type battery
Install the button-type battery supplied in the
remote control before using it.
1 While pressing the stopper 1, pull out the
battery holder.
(7)
(6)
(8)
(9)
1
2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark
facing upward and get the battery holder
back in place.
(6) Slow/frame-by-frame forward buttons
[E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward) -44-
(7) Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL] ¢
(8) Search button [VAR SEARCH] -44-
(9) Menu button [MENU] ¢-25-
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Before using
ª Selecting the remote control mode
If 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, set the
mode for one pair of Camcorder and remote
control to [VCR1] and that of the other pair to
[VCR2]. This will prevent interference between
the 2 pairs. (The default setting is [VCR1]. When
the button-type battery is replaced, the setting will
revert to the default [VCR1].)
1 Setting on the Camcorder:
Set [SETUP] >> [REMOTE] >> [VCR1] or
[VCR2].
Warning
Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the equipment
manufacturer. Discard used batteries
according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C
(212 °F) or incinerate. Keep the Button-
Type battery out of the reach of children.
Never put Button-Type battery in mouth.
If swallowed, call your doctor.
2 Setting on the remote control:
2
1
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO.
CR2025 only. Use of another battery may
present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep
away from children.
[VCR1]:
Press [D] and [∫] simultaneously. 1
[VCR2]:
Press [E] and [∫] simultaneously. 2
ª Concerning the button-type battery
≥When the button-type battery runs down,
replace it with a new battery (part number:
CR2025). The battery is normally expected to
last about 1 year, but it depends on operation
frequency.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of
in fire.
ª Remote control usable range
≥Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of
children.
≥If the remote control mode of the Camcorder
and that of the remote control do not match with
each other, “REMOTE” will appear. When the
remote control is operated for the first time after
the Camcorder is turned on, “CHECK REMOTE
MODE” (-67-) will appear and operation is
impossible. Set the same remote control mode.
≥The remote control is intended for indoor
operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the
Camcorder may not operate properly even
within the usable ranges.
≥The distance between the remote control and
the Camcorder: Within approx. 5 m (16 feet)
Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and
right
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Record mode
≥Setting SP/LP mode (-28-)
Record mode
ª About auto mode
Check before recording
≥Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
[AUTO], and color balance (white balance) and
focusing will be adjusted automatically.
≥Auto white balance: -75-
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.
≥Auto focusing: -76-
≥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.)
ª Basic Camcorder positioning
1)
≥Color balance and focus may not be adjusted
depending on light sources or scenes. If so,
AUTO
2)
MANUAL
FOCUS
4)
≥Scene mode setting (-39-)
≥White balance setting (-40-)
≥Shutter speed setting (-42-)
≥Iris/gain value setting (-42-)
≥Focus setting (-41-)
3)
ª Recording mode
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.
5)
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.
≥We recommend using the SP mode for
important recording.
4) Keep your arms near your body.
5) Slightly open your legs.
≥In order to fully exhibit the performances of the
LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic
cassettes marked LP mode.
≥It is not possible to dub audio onto image
recorded in the LP mode. (-50-)
≥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.
≥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.
ª Check points
≥Grip belt adjustment (-14-)
monitor and viewfinder are closed during
recording, the power will not turn off until
recording stops.)
≥Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder (-25-)
≥Power supply (-15-)
≥Insert a cassette/card (-20-, -20-)
≥Setting date/time (-17-)
≥Playback of the image on other digital video
equipment recorded in the LP mode.
≥Slow/frame-by-frame playback.
≥Getting the remote control ready (-26-)
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Record mode
¢These are only displayed when you press the
Recording on a tape
[PHOTO SHOT] button halfway while a card is
inserted.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
These are not displayed when using the remote
control.
1) Recording time elapse
2) Remaining tape indication
3) Still picture size
4) Card indication (-66-)
≥The lens cover opens automatically.
1 Press the recording start/stop button to
start recording.
5) Number of recordable still pictures
(When no picture can be recorded, this
indication will flash in red.)
6) Quality of still pictures
ª Concerning the remaining tape time
indication on the screen
≥The remaining tape time is indicated in minutes.
(When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the
indication starts flashing.)
≥During a 15-second or shorter recording, the
remaining tape time indication may not be
displayed or the remaining tape time may not be
displayed correctly.
≥In some cases, the remaining tape time
indication may display remaining tape time that
is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual
remaining tape time.
2 Press the recording start/stop button again
to pause recording.
[OFF]:
;
When 5 minutes passes without
any operation, the standby mode
will be automatically set. In the
standby mode, [;] blinks and it
takes more time than usual to start
recording after you press the
recording start/stop button.
≥For the recording time on a tape, refer to -16-.
≥Carry out a recording check (-30-) to verify that
the image is recorded properly.
≥In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out
the blank search (-30-) .
≥If you want to preserve the original sound
recorded when audio dubbing (-50-), set
[ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to
take pictures.
[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.
≥In the following cases, the power may not turn
off even when set [POWER SAVE] >>
[5 MINUTES].
ª On-screen display in the tape
recording mode
≥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
1)
0h00m10s00f
2)
R 0:30
≥When the PC Connection Mode
3)¢
4)¢
5)¢
6)¢
0.2
100
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Record mode
≥If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the
Recording check
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.
The last image recorded is played back for 2 to
3 seconds. After checking, the Camcorder will be
set to a recording pause.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during
the recording pause. Move the joystick
down until icon 1 appears.
Recording still pictures on a card
while recording image onto a tape
2 Move the joystick left to select the
recording check icon [ ].
You can record still pictures while recording
image onto a tape.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully while
recording image onto a tape.
1
≥The [RECORDING CHECK STARTED]
indication appears on the screen of the
Camcorder.
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.
PHOTO SHOT
≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded
on a card, refer to -78-.
≥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. (-32-)
2 Move the joystick right to select the blank
search icon [ ].
≥The sizes of pictures to be recorded are [
]
0.2
(16:9) or [ M ] (4:3). (This is not mega pixel
0.3
still picture recording.)
≥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.
1
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.
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Record mode
reduce the slight shaking from holding the
Recording still pictures onto a card
(Photoshot)
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.
≥Set to Card Recording Mode.
≥You can record stable pictures without shaking
by using a tripod and the remote control.
≥The lens cover opens automatically.
1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway in
order to adjust focusing. (For auto focusing
only)
≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded
on a card, refer to -78-.
≥The moving picture and sound cannot be
recorded.
≥While data are recorded on a card, do not
operate the mode dial.
≥When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or
remove a card.
≥If you set [O.I.S.] to [ON], then the image
stabilizer function will be more effective.
MEGA
([
(MEGA Optical image stabilizer)] will
be indicated.)
≥The iris/gain value is fixed and this
Camcorder focuses on the subject
automatically.
≥Another product may degrade or not play back
data recorded on this Camcorder.
≥If set [PICT.QUALITY] >> [
], mosaic-pattern
noise may appear on a playback image
depending on the picture content.
≥When the [PICTURE SIZE] is set to other than
[
] or [ M ], the mega pixel recording mode
0.3
0.2
is set.
ª On-screen display in the card
recording mode
PHOTO SHOT
1
2
1)
2)
3)
4)
100
2.4
1
Shutter chance mark
± (The white lamp flashes.):
Focusing
¥ (The green lamp lights up.):
When in focus
1) Still picture size
2) Card indication (-66-)
3) Number of recordable still pictures
No mark:
When focusing is unsuccessful
≥The shutter chance mark is indicated as follows
when the [PHOTO SHOT] button is not pressed
halfway. Please use it as a guide for recording.
¥ (The green lamp lights up.):
When in focus and a good picture
can be recorded
(When no pictures can be recorded, the red
light will flash.)
4) Quality of still pictures
± (The white lamp lights up.):
Almost in focus
2
Focus area
2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully.
ª To record still pictures clearly
≥When zooming in on the subject with a
magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to
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Record mode
ª Select the size of still pictures to be
recorded on a card
ª Concerning the focusing area
≥When there is a contrasting object ahead or
behind the subject in the focus area, the subject
may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting
object out of the focus area.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select
the desired picture size.
ASPECT [16:9]:
≥Even when it is still difficult to focus, adjust the
focus manually.
:
:
2048k1152
640k360
2.4
0.2
ASPECT [4:3]:
Zoom in/out function
:
:
:
:
2048k1512
1600k1200
1280k960
640k480
3.1
M
2
1
M
M
You can zoom in up to 10k 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):
0.3M
ª Select the picture quality for
photoshot images
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICT.QUALITY] >> select
the desired picture quality.
Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].
[
[
]: High picture quality
]: Normal picture quality
≥You can also change the picture quality on
[ADVANCED] >> [PICT.QUALITY] in the tape
recording mode.
VOL
ª Recording with a shutter operation
effect
You can add a shutter operation simulating
sound.
1t W
T
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >>
[ON].
5t W
T
10t W
T
ª About the shutter chance mark
≥The shutter chance mark does not appear in
manual focus mode.
≥When the subject is not easily focused, focus on
the subject manually.
≥You can record still pictures on the card even if
the shutter chance mark does not appear, but
pictures may be recorded without being
focused.
≥When zooming in and taking a picture while
holding the Camcorder by hand, we recommend
using the image stabilizer function.
≥The shutter chance mark does not appear or
has difficulty displaying in the following cases.
≥When the zoom magnification is high.
≥When the Camcorder is shaken.
≥When the subject is moving.
≥When the subject stands in front of a light
source.
≥When close subjects and far subjects are
included in the same scene.
≥When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a
sharper focus is achieved if the recording
subject is 1 meter (3 feet) or further from the
Camcorder.
≥When the zoom speed is high, the subject may
not be focused easily.
≥When the zoom magnification is 1k, the
Camcorder can focus on a subject approx.
3.5 cm (1.4 inches) away from the lens.
≥When the scene is dark.
≥When there is a bright part in the scene.
≥When the scene is filled with only horizontal
lines.
≥When the scene lacks contrast.
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ª Digital zoom function
Recording yourself
If the zoom magnification exceeds 10 times, then
the digital zoom function will be activated. The
digital zoom function allows you to select a
magnification from 25k to 700k.
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. (The image to be recorded is the same as
that recording.)
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [25k] or
[700k].
≥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 10k)
[25k]:
Digital zoom (Up to 25k)
[700k]: Digital zoom (Up to 700k)
≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the
more the image quality is degraded.
≥When the Card Recording mode is used, the
digital zoom function cannot be used.
≥
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
≥When pushing the [W/T] lever as far as it will go,
you can zoom from 1k to 10k in 2.5 seconds
(maximum).
≥The zoom speed varies according to the amount
of movement of the [W/T] lever.
≥The variable speed zoom function cannot be
used with the remote control.
≥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.
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 [ ].
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].
ª
1
ZOOM
≥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.
≥If you turn off the power or operate the mode
dial, the backlight compensation is canceled.
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Record mode
ª To cancel the MagicPix function
MagicPix functions
Select the MagicPix icon until the MagicPix
indication disappear.
This function allows you to record color subjects
in dark locations to stand out against the
background.
Attach the Camcorder to a tripod, and you can
record images free from vibration.
≥Only manual focusing can be used.
≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were
missed.
MagicPix function
You can record dark locations brightly in color.
0 Lux MagicPix function
You can record completely dark locations with the
light of the LCD monitor.
≥The [0 LUX MAGICPIX OFF] indication appears
on the screen of the Camcorder.
≥If the 0 lux MagicPix function is selected without
reversing the LCD monitor, the [REVERSE THE
LCD MONITOR] indication appears.
≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become
whitish for a while.
≥The MagicPix function makes the signal
charging time of CCD up to approximately 30k
longer than usual, so that dark scenes invisible
to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For
this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible
may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.
≥The MagicPix function is canceled when you
turn off the power or operate the mode dial.
≥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 [ ].
Soft skin mode
This allows the skin color to be recorded in a
softer tone. This is more effective if you record the
bust image of a person.
≥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 [MAGICPIX ON] indication appears on
the screen of the Camcorder.
≥Each upward press switches the modes.
OFF # MagicPix function # 0 Lux MagicPix
function # OFF
3 (In the case of 0 lux MagicPix function)
Extend the viewfinder and rotate the LCD
monitor towards the lens side.
1
≥The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] indication
appears on the screen of the Camcorder.
ª To cancel the soft skin mode
Select the [ ] icon again.
≥The [SOFT SKIN MODE OFF] indication
appears on the screen of the Camcorder.
≥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.
≥When the LCD monitor is reversed, the
screen is lit in white.
≥Extend the viewfinder and view the images
while recording.
≥The light of the LCD monitor reaches approx.
1.2 m (3.9 feet) or less.
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Record mode
Start recording. (fade in)
Tele macro function
When you start recording, the image/audio
disappeared completely and the image/audio
gradually appears.
By focusing only on the subject and blurring the
background, the image can be impressive. This
Camcorder can focus on the subject at a distance
of approx. 50 cm (20 inches).
≥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 right to select the
tele-macro icon [ ].
Pause recording. (fade out)
The image/audio gradually disappears. After the
image/audio completely disappears, recording
stops.
1
≥The [TELE MACRO ON] indication appears
on the screen of the Camcorder.
≥If the magnification is 10k or less, then it is
automatically set to 10k.
ª To cancel the tele macro function
Select the [ ] icon again.
≥The [TELE MACRO OFF] indication appears on
the screen of the Camcorder.
≥If a sharper focus cannot be achieved, adjust
the focus manually.
≥In the following cases, the tele macro function is
canceled.
≥The zoom magnification becomes lower than
10k.
≥The power is off or the mode dial is operated.
ª To cancel fading
Select the [ ] icon again.
≥The [FADE OFF] indication appears on the
screen of the Camcorder.
ª To select the color for fade in/fade out
The color which appears in fading pictures can be
selected.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FADE COLOR] >>
[WHITE] or [BLACK].
Fade in/fade out function
Fade in
The image and audio gradually appear.
≥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.
Fade out
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
[
].
B
1
≥The [FADE ON] indication appears on the
screen of the Camcorder.
3 Press the recording start/stop button.
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Record mode
≥Use the recording start/stop button to pause or
Wind noise reduction function
stop the recording. The AGS function is only a
backup function for when you forget to pause
the recording.
≥The time it takes the Camcorder to be put into
recording pause after being titled upside down
varies depending on the operating conditions.
This reduces the wind noise coming into the
microphone when recording.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].
Using the built-in flash
Use the built-in flash in order to record still
pictures in dark places.
≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FLASH] >> [ß] or [ßA].
≥If [ßA] is selected, then the flash will
automatically flash as necessary.
ª To cancel the wind noise reduction
function
Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF].
2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
≥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.)
Auto Ground-Directional Standby
(AGS)
PHOTO SHOT
≥The flash is activated and the picture will be
recorded.
This function prevents unnecessary recording
when you forget to pause recording and walk with
the Camcorder tilted upside down while recording
continues.
≥If the Camcorder continues to be tilted upside
down from the normal horizontal position while
recording on a tape, it is automatically put into
recording pause.
≥You cannot use the built-in flash unless the card
is inserted in the Camcorder.
≥The Camcorder, even when its flash has been
turned off, automatically determines if the flash
is necessary by detecting the ambient
brightness. (If it determines that the flash is
necessary, the [ ] indication lights up in
yellow.)
≥When the [ß] ([ßi]/[ßj]) indication or the [ßA]
([ßAi]/[ßAj]) indication is displayed, the flash
can be lit. If the indication is flashing or not
displayed, the flash cannot be lit. You can take a
picture even if the indication is flashing.
≥The available range of the flash is approx.
1 meter to 2.5 meters (3 feet to 7.5 feet) in a
dark place. Pictures will appear dark or reddish
when they are recorded by using the flash at
distances greater than 2.5 meters (7.5 feet ).
≥When set [FLASH] >> [ßA] and the shutter
speed, iris or gain is adjusted, the indication
(either [ßA], [ßAi], or [ßAj]) may disappear
and the flash may not be lit.
[AGS]: Auto Ground-Directional Standby
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
Set [SETUP] >> [AGS] >> [ON].
ª To cancel Auto Ground-Directional
Standby
Set [SETUP] >> [AGS] >> [OFF].
≥The AGS function may activate and cause the
Camcorder to pause the recording if you are
recording a subject right above or right below
you. In these cases, set [AGS] >> [OFF] then
continue the recording.
≥Using the flash fixes the shutter speed of 1/750
s or faster to 1/500.
≥The picture may become out of focus in a dark
place. If so, adjust the focus manually.
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Record mode
≥The picture may appear dark if flash is lit in front
Self-timer recording
of a white background.
≥Set the flash to [ ] where using a flash is
prohibited.
≥Do not block the flash by hand or any other
means.
You can record still pictures on a card using the
timer.
≥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 [ ].
ª When the flash is not used
Set [ADVANCED] >> [FLASH] >> [ ].
ª To adjust the brightness of the flash
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FLASH LEVEL] >>
select the desired brightness level.
[ßj]:
[ßd0]:
[ßi]:
If the brightness is too high ([ßj] or
[ßAj] indication will appear.)
In normal recording (the [ß] or [ßA]
indication will appear.)
If the brightness is insufficient ([ßi]
or [ßAi] indication will appear.)
1
≥The [SELF-TIMER ON] indication appears on
the screen of the Camcorder.
3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
ª Red eye reduction function
Reduces the phenomena where human eyes
become red from flashes.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [RED EYE] >> [ON].
PHOTO SHOT
A
≥After the recording lamp and the [
]
≥The [ ] indication appears.
≥The flash is activated 2 times. Do not move until
the second flash is finished.
≥Use this when you take pictures of people in
dark places.
indication flashes for approx. 10 seconds,
recording will start. After recording, the
self-timer will be canceled.
≥If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button
halfway and then fully, the subject is focused
when the button is pressed halfway.
≥When you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button
fully, the subject is focused just before
recording.
≥Red eye phenomenon may appear depending
on the recording conditions.
ª To stop the timer midway through
Press the [MENU] button.
≥The self-timer standby mode is canceled when
you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.
≥If the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot
recording is set, the maximum recordable
pictures (max. 10 pictures) are recorded.
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Record mode
Wide/4:3 function
Optical image stabilizer function
This allows you to record images compatible with
wide-screen TVs.
On this model, [O.I.S.] is used as the indication
for Optical Image Stabilizer.
Wide Function
Images are recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio.
Reduces the jitter caused by hand movement
when recording.
4:3 Function
≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [ON].
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
O.I.S.
Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [4:3].
ª To Cancel the Wide/4:3 Function
Wide Function
Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [4:3].
ª To cancel the image stabilizer function
Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [OFF].
4:3 Function
Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [16:9].
≥When recording still pictures in the Card
Recording mode, pressing the [PHOTO SHOT]
button halfway increases the effect of the image
stabilizer function. (MEGA Optical Image
Stabilizer)
≥When a tripod is used, we recommend that you
turn the image stabilizer off.
≥In the following cases, the image stabilizer
function may not work effectively.
≥When the digital zoom is used
≥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.
≥When the Camcorder is shaken greatly
≥When you record a moving subject while
tracking it
≥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.
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. (-45-)
≥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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Record mode
RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot
Recording in various situations
(Scene mode)
Records still pictures continuously at a certain
interval.
≥Set to Card Recording Mode.
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].
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> [
] or
0.2
[
M ] .
0.3
2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [BURST MODE] >>
[ON].
AUTO
MANUAL
FOCUS
2 Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the
desired mode.
3 Press and hold the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
1)
2)
3)
4)
PHOTO SHOT
ª To stop RapidFire Consecutive
Photoshot midway through
Release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
5)
≥You can press the [PHOTO SHOT] button
halfway and then start RapidFire Consecutive
Photoshot. (Focusing is fixed. If the image
stabilizer function is turned on, then MEGA
Optical Image Stabilizer will be activated.)
≥The Camcorder records up to 10 still pictures at
intervals of 0.5 seconds. (If the shutter speed is
manually set to 1/30, then the still pictures can
be recorded at intervals of 0.7 seconds.)
≥One more still picture may be recorded after you
release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
≥This is not mega pixel still-picture recording.
≥The flash is not used.
≥If the self-timer is set, the Camcorder records up
to 10 still pictures continuously.
≥Intervals between recording pictures may
become longer depending on the card. We
recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory
Card.
1) [5] Sports mode
≥To record sports scenes or scenes where
there are quick motions
2)
[
] Portrait mode
≥To make people stand out against the
background
3)
4)
[
] Low light mode
≥To record dark scenes so they are brighter
] Spotlight mode
[
≥To record subjects spotlit in a party or
theater
5)
[
] Surf & snow mode
≥To record images at dazzling places such
as ski slopes and beaches
ª To cancel the scene mode function
Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set
the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].
≥When using the card formatted by other
equipment or a card that was recorded and
erased repeatedly, the intervals between
recording pictures may become longer. If so,
back up your important data on a PC, and
format your card with this Camcorder.
Sports mode
≥For slow-motion playback or playback pause
of recorded pictures, this mode presents free
of Camcorder shakes.
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Record mode
≥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.
3 Move the joystick left or right in order to
select the white balance mode.
1)
2)
1 AWB
1
≥If you record a subject illuminated with strong
light or a highly reflective subject, vertical
lines of light may appear.
3)
4)
1
1
≥If the brightness is insufficient, the sports
mode does not function. The [5] indication
flashes.
≥If this mode is used indoors, the screen may
flicker.
1) Auto white balance adjustment [
]
AWB
2) Indoor mode (for recording under
incandescent lamps) [
3) Outdoor mode [
4) Manual adjustment mode [
]
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.
Spotlight mode
≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,
the recorded image may become whitish and
the periphery of the recorded image
extremely dark.
]
ª To restore to the automatic
adjustment
Move the joystick left or right until the [
indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/
FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].
]
AWB
≥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.
Surf & snow mode
≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,
the recorded image may become whitish.
ª To set the white balance manually
Select [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white
subject on the entire screen, move the joystick up
to select the [ ] indication.
Recording in natural colors
(White balance)
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
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].
≥White balance may not be adjusted properly in
the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If
so, use the auto white balance mode.
During setting in the manual adjustment mode
≥When the setting is completed, it will keep lit.
AUTO
MANUAL
FOCUS
ª About the white balance sensor
The white balance sensor detects the type of light
source during recording.
2 Move the joystick up to select the white
balance icon [ ].
≥Do not cover the white balance sensor during
recording, or it may not function properly.
MNL
ª About the black balance adjustment
This is one of the 3CCD system functions that
automatically adjusts the black when the white
balance is set in the manual adjustment mode.
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Record mode
When the black balance is adjusted, the screen
will temporarily be black.
Manual focus adjustment
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].
1
2
AUTO
3
MANUAL
FOCUS
2 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
[FOCUS].
1 Black balance adjustment (Flashes.)
2 White balance adjustment (Flashes.)
3 Adjustment completed (Lights up.)
AUTO
MANUAL
FOCUS
MNL
MF
≥The MNL and the manual focus indication [MF]
will be displayed.
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.
AUTO
MANUAL
FOCUS
2 Move the joystick left or right to select
aperture icon [ ] or shutter speed icon
ª Shutter speed range
1/60 to 1/8000 seconds: Tape Recording Mode
1/30 to 1/2000 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] darken the image.
Value closer to [18dB] brighten 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 noises 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
(Nearer the bar to [r], larger the volume.)
≥On the remote control, press the [T] button to
increase the volume or the [W] button to
decrease it.
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
≥The power will not turn off when the LCD
monitor and the viewfinder are closed and
retracted during Tape/Card 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.
ª Repeat playback
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.)
≥When you set [USB FUNCTION] >>
[WEB CAM] and then connect the USB
connection cable, the repeat playback mode is
canceled.
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 and dub 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
ª To return to normal playback
Slow-motion playback/
frame-by-frame playback
Press the [PLAY 1] button on the remote control
or move the joystick up to the [1] icon to start
playback.
≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Slow-motion
playback can only be performed by using
the remote control.)
Slow-motion playback
Slow-motion playback
≥In the reversed slow-motion playback, the time
If the image is recorded in the SP mode, then it
will be played back at a speed approx.1/5 the
normal speed.
If the image is recorded in the LP mode, then it
will be played back at a speed approx.1/3 the
normal speed.
code indication may be unstable.
Frame-by-frame playback
≥Press and hold the [E] or the [D] button in the
playback pause, and then the images will
continuously be played back frame by frame.
1 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on
the remote control.
Variable-speed search function
The speed of cue/review playback can be varied.
(This operation is only available when using
the remote control.)
≥
Set to Tape Playback Mode and play back a tape.
1 Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the
remote control.
≥If the slow-motion playback continues for
approx. 10 minutes or more, then the
playback will automatically stop. (10 minutes
of slow-motion playback is equivalent to
approx. 2 minutes in the SP mode or approx.
3 minutes in the LP mode.)
2 Press the [3] or [4] button to vary the
speed.
Frame-by-frame playback
1 During playback, press the [;] button on
the remote control.
2 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on
the remote control.
≥The speeds for cue/review playback are 1/5k
(SP mode slow-motion playback only), 1/3k (LP
mode slow-motion playback only), 2k, 5k,
10k, 20k.
ª To return to normal playback
Press the [VAR SEARCH] button or [PLAY 1]
button on the remote control.
≥Images may be shown in a mosaic-like pattern.
≥The sound is muted during search.
≥This function is canceled when the operation
icon is displayed.
≥When you cue/review playback at 20k, the
speed switches to 10k near the end of the tape.
([10k] flashes on the screen.)
≥Pushing the [s /VOLr] lever towards [T]
(normal direction) or towards [W] (reversed
direction) of this Camcorder during playback
pause also turns into the frame-by-frame
playback. If you keep pushing the lever, then
the images will continuously be played back
frame by frame.
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Playback mode
ª To display the on-screen information
Playback on TV
on the TV
Images recorded by this Camcorder can be
played back on a TV.
≥Insert a recorded tape or card into this
Camcorder.
The information displayed on the LCD monitor or
the viewfinder (operation icon, time code and
mode indication, etc.) can be displayed on the
TV.
(This operation is only available when using
the remote control.)
1 Connect the Camcorder and a TV.
1 Press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on the
remote control.
2
[VIDEO IN]
[S-VIDEO IN]
/V
[AUDIO IN]
1
≥Press the button again to erase the
information.
≥Connect the Camcorder and a TV by using
the Multi cable 1.
Playing back card
≥Set to Card Playback Mode.
(An operation icon automatically appears on
the LCD monitor.)
≥If the TV has an S-Video terminal, then also
connect to this terminal 2. It allows you to
enjoy more beautiful images. (Do not forget to
also connect to the Video and Audio
terminals.)
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].
1 Operate with joystick.
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.
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
≥Whenever plugging in the S-Video terminal,
plug in the VIDEO IN terminal and AUDIO IN
terminal, too.
≥Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying
about the battery running down.
≥The power will not turn off when the LCD
monitor and the viewfinder are closed and
retracted during Tape/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.
≥When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or
remove a card.
≥It takes time to display the file depending on the
number of pixels of the file.
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. (-50-)
≥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
≥If you attempt to play back file recorded in a
Deleting files recorded on a card
different format or file data is defective, the
whole display becomes bluish and the
“UNPLAYABLE CARD’’ indication may appear
as warning.
The deleted files cannot be restored.
≥Set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Move the joystick left or right to select a file
to delete.
≥When playing back still pictures recorded in 4:3
mode (
,
2
M
,
,
M ) on a wide-screen TV,
0.3
3.1M
1
M
the picture quality may deteriorate.
≥When playing back a file recorded on other
equipment, the date and time display is different
from when it was recorded.
ª To display multiple playback files
Multiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are
displayed.
1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever to switch the
images.
≥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 [ ].
100-0001
Towards [r]: Full-screen display
(Displays 1 image.)
Towards [`]: Multi-screen display
(Displays 6 files on 1 screen.)
3 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select [DELETE 1 FILE] and then press it.
4 When the confirming message appears,
select [YES] and press the joystick.
≥In order to stop deletion, select [NO].
≥In the multi-screen display,
ª To delete all files
1 Move the joystick down to select [ ].
≥Move the joystick to select a file (The
selected file will be encircled by a 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.
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).
≥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.
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select [ALL FILES] and then press it.
3 When the confirming 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.
≥The Camcorder may degrade or not play back
data recorded or created on another brand of
Camcorder and vice versa.
≥If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted,
all the data related to the files will be deleted.
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Playback mode
≥[
] Indication 1 appears and the selected
ª Deleting still picture files recorded on
file is locked. Press the joystick again, and
the lock will be canceled.
≥2 or more files can be locked in succession.
a card by other equipment
≥A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot
be played back on the Camcorder may be
erased.
ª To complete the settings
Press the [MENU] button.
Note:
To delete multiple files on the SD Card (selected
files) connect to a PC and use the SD Drive
feature.
Writing the printing data on a card
(DPOF setting)
Formatting a card
You can write the data of pictures to be printed,
number of copies, and other information (DPOF
data) onto the 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].
2 When the confirmation message appears,
select [YES] and press the joystick in order
to format the card.
≥Set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [DPOF SET] >> [SET].
2 Move the joystick to select a file to be set,
and then press it.
1
≥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.
≥You can select from 0 to 999. (Selected
number of pictures can be printed as you set
the number of prints with the printer
supporting DPOF.)
≥In order to stop formatting, 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.
≥In order to maintain full compatibility, you must
format the SD Memory Card using the
Camcorder.
≥PC formatted SD Memory Cards are not
compatible with the Camcorder.
≥The Camcorder supports SD Memory Cards
formatted in FAT12 system (for SD Memory
Card of 8, 16, 32 and 64 MB) and FAT16
system (for SD Memory Card of 128, 256,
512 MB, 1 GB and 2 GB).
≥2 or more files can be set in succession.
ª To complete the settings
Press the [MENU] button.
≥DPOF setting made on another Camcorder may
not be recognized by this Camcorder. Please
perform the DPOF settings on your Camcorder.
Protecting files on a card
ª To set so that all pictures are not
printed
Files recorded on a card can be locked so that they
may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the files are
locked, they will be deleted if the card is formatted.)
≥Set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PROTECT] >> [YES].
2 Move the joystick to select a file to be
locked, and then press it.
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.
1
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Edit mode
Connecting with the Multi cable
Edit mode
Recording from a tape onto a card
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.
2
[VIDEO IN]
A/V
[S-VIDEO IN]
1 Start playback.
[AUDIO IN]
1
≥Connect the Camcorder and the recorder by
using the Multi cable 1.
≥If the recorder has an S-Video terminal, then
also connect to this terminal 2. It allows you
to copy clearer image.
2 Pause at the scene you wish to record, and
press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
Connecting with the optional DV cable:
PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (Only for equipment
with a DV terminal)
PHOTO SHOT
≥Audio will not be recorded.
≥The size of still pictures recorded on a card
2 Turn on the Camcorder and set to Tape
Playback Mode.
3 Select the input channel on the TV set and
recorder.
becomes
(16:9) or
(4:3). (This is not
0.3M
0.2
mega pixel still-picture recording.)
≥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.
(-38-)
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)
≥If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button without
pausing, blurred pictures may be recorded.
7 Move the joystick down to select the [∫]
icon to stop playback. (Player)
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a
VCR (Dubbing)
≥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, set [SETUP] >>
[DATE/TIME] >> [OFF] in the Tape Playback
Mode and press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on
the remote control for no indication.
(When you connect the Camcorder and a
recorder with the DV cable, these indications
may not appear.)
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.
1 Connect the Camcorder and the recorder.
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Edit mode
5 Move the joystick up to select the [¥/;]
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. (-50-)
≥Check the connected terminal.
icon again or press the [;] button on the
remote control 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 or
press the [∫] button on the remote control.
Using the DV Cable for Recording
(Digital Dubbing)
By connecting other digital video equipment with
DV terminal and the Camcorder by using the DV
cable PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (optional) 1, high-
image-quality dubbing can be done in digital
format.
≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.
(Player/recorder)
≥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.
1 Connect the Camcorder and digital video
equipment with the DV cable.
≥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.
1
≥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.
2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REC STDBY] >> [YES].
(Recorder)
≥You do not have to follow this step when the
remote control is used in the digital dubbing.
3 Start playback. (Player)
4 Start recording. (Recorder)
When operating with the main unit:
Move the joystick up to select [¥/;] icon.
≥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 joy stick.
≥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.
When operating with the remote control:
While pressing the [¥REC] button on the
remote control, press the [PLAY 1] button.
CAUTION:
Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of
copyrighted recordings may be copyright
infringement.
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Edit mode
5 Press the [;] button on the remote control
to stop audio dubbing.
Audio dubbing
You can add music or narration to the recorded
cassette.
(Audio dubbing can only be performed by
using the remote control.)
≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.
1 When using an external microphone,
securely insert the plug into the [MIC]
terminal.
≥If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the
tape is dubbed, images and sounds may be
disturbed when this portion of the tape is played
back.
MIC
ª Before recording with audio dubbing
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
2 Find a scene that you want to add sound to,
and press the [;] button on the remote
control.
≥When you want to preserve the original sound
taken during recording, set [ADVANCED] >>
[AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to take pictures. (When
set [16bit], the sounds taken during recording
are erased after recording with audio dubbing.)
≥Set [BASIC] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] to take
pictures.
;
ª To play back the sound recorded with
audio dubbing
You can switch between the sound recorded with
audio dubbing and the original sound.
Set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2] or [MIX].
[ST1]: It only plays back the original sound.
[ST2]: It only plays back the sound added by
audio dubbing.
3 Press the [AUDIO DUB] button on the
remote control to make audio dubbing
ready.
A.DUB ;
[MIX]: It simultaneously plays back the original
sound and the sound added with audio
dubbing.
≥During audio dubbing, it is automatically set to
[ST2].
4 Press the [;] button on the remote control
to start audio dubbing.
A.DUB ¥
≥Be sure that the sound is directed towards
either the external microphone or the built-in
microphone.
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Edit mode
3 Move the joystick left and right to select a
desired picture, and then press it.
Printing pictures by directly
connecting to the printer (PictBridge)
To print pictures by directly connecting the
Camcorder to the printer, use a printer compatible
with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions
for the printer.)
≥Insert a card and set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Connect the Camcorder and the printer with
the supplied USB cable.
4 Select the desired number of prints.
≥You can set up to 9 prints.
5 Select the setting for date printing.
≥If the printer is not capable of date printing,
this setting is unavailable.
6 Select [PAPER SIZE].
[STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer
[4a5 INCH]
[5a7 INCH]
[4a6 INCH]
[A4]
≥You cannot set paper sizes not supported on
the printer.
1
7 Select [PAGE LAYOUT].
1 USB cable
PictBridge
[STANDARD]: Layout set on the printer
≥The [PictBridge] indication appears on the
screen of the Camcorder.
(When the printer is being recognized, the
[PictBridge] indication blinks.)
≥When no card is inserted in the Camcorder, the
[PictBridge] indication does not appear. (You
cannot print any pictures.)
≥When the Camcorder and the printer are not
connected properly, the [PictBridge] indication
keeps blinking. (It will blink for over approx.
1 minute.) Connect the cable or check the
printer.
[
[
]:
No frame
With frame
]:
≥You cannot set a layout not supported on the
printer.
8 Set [PRINT] >> [YES] to start printing.
ª When you stop printing halfway
Move the joystick down.
≥Avoid the following operations during printing.
These operations disable proper printing.
≥Disconnecting the USB cable
≥Removing the card
≥Switching the mode dial
≥Turning off the power
≥Check the settings for the paper size, quality of
print, etc. on the printer.
≥Still pictures recorded on other equipment may
not be printed.
≥When the Camcorder and the printer are
connected in the Tape Recording/Playback
≥We recommend using the AC adaptor as the
power supply.
≥When images are displayed in multi-screen,
they cannot be printed.
2 Select [SINGLE PRINT] or [DPOF PRINT].
≥If there is no file with a DPOF setting, you
cannot select [DPOF PRINT].
≥When you select [DPOF PRINT] for printing,
set the number of prints in DPOF setting.
≥When [DPOF PRINT] is selected, print after
you determine the paper size. (Step 6)
≥When [DPOF PRINT] is selected, date
printing is unavailable.
Mode, the [
] Indication may appear on the
LCD monitor. However, pictures cannot be
printed.
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With a PC
°1 If DirectX 9.0b/9.0c is not installed in the
With a PC
Check before Use
personal computer you use, the installation of
[DirectX] is required.
°2 The personal computer you use should
comply with USB 2.0 (High Speed).
Available software and required drivers vary
depending on the OS of the personal computer.
Check the required software and drivers with the
table described below and then install them from
the CD-ROM.
°3 Available only on Windows XP SP2
°4 Available only on Windows XP SP1/SP2
°5 Available only on Windows 2000 SP4
°6 Not required for Windows XP SP2
°7 Available only on MSN messenger
°8 Available only on Mac OS X v10.3 to 10.4
If using other brands of video editing software,
please consult with your retailer for compatibility.
Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.
Installation of drivers
Purpose Soft-
of
use
ware
used
Windows
2000
Windows
XP
Windows
Me
Mac OS
Using the Camcorder with a PC
Not
Not
Not
Not
1)
2)
1
required required available required
An image stored on the DV Cassette can be
transferred to your personal computer.
Not
Not
required
°8
2
3
2
Not
Not
available
required required
ª Software Installation
1 Turn on Computer and start up Windows.
2 Insert supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM
drive.
°1, 3
°1, 5
USB
Not
Not
Not
required Driver
available available
°1, 2, 3
°1, 2, 5
≥[Setup Menu] appears.
Not
Not
Not
3)
4)
Not
required required
required
available
°8
°1, 3
1, 5
3
4
Not
Not
Not
Not
available available available available
USB
Driver Driver
USB
Not
Not
available available
°1, 4, 6
°5, 7
3 Select the software to be installed from
[Setup Menu].
≥USB Driver -54-:
1) Copying files in the card onto the personal
computer
≥PC connection mode
2) Capturing pictures on the tape to the
personal computer
≥Tape recording mode
≥Tape playback mode
3) Recording pictures on the personal
computer to the tape
If the Camcorder is connected to your
personal computer, you can send video from
the Camcorder to the other parties via a
network or by the Internet.
It is also needed when you use Quick Movie
Magic or MotionDV STUDIO with USB
connection. (Windows 2000 only)
≥DirectX
To activate Quick Movie Magic or MotionDV
STUDIO, Microsoft DirectX 9.0b/9.0c should
be installed. (If you install USB Driver, DirectX
9.0b is automatically installed.)
≥Tape playback mode
4) Using the Camcorder as a WEB camera
≥Tape recording mode
≥Tape playback mode
1
No software
(The Camcorder is used as a removable
disc.)
≥Quick Movie Magic
Using the Quick Movie Magic software allows
you to easily import video on a tape to a
personal computer and then auto edit the
imported video. For advanced importing and
editing, use MotionDV STUDIO.
2
Quick Movie Magic/MotionDV STUDIO
(Connect with the DV cable (optional).)
iMovie 4/iMovie HD (Connect with the
FireWire (DV) cable (not supplied).)
Quick Movie Magic/MotionDV STUDIO
(Connect with the USB connection cable
(supplied).)
3
4
MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
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With a PC
≥MotionDV STUDIO -56-:
For Macintosh
Using the MotionDV STUDIO software allows
you to capture video recorded on a tape or
images viewed through the lens of a
Camcorder. Connecting the Camcorder with
the DV cable also allows you to output
images edited on the personal computer to
the tape in the Camcorder.
OS:
Mac OS X v 10.3 to X v 10.4
CPU:
PowerPC G3 (400 MB or more), G4, G5
RAM:
64 MB or more
≥The USB equipment operates with the driver
installed as standard in OS.
4 Follow the instructions on the computer
screen until the installation is complete.
≥Setup window will disappear when the
installation is complete.
1 Insert the Memory Card into the Camcorder.
2 Set the Camcorder to PC Connection Mode.
Note:
If a window does not appear automatically, click
the “start” Button on your desktop and then click
“Run”. When the “Run” Box is open, type in
“D:\InstMenu.exe” and click “OK”. (“D” is used
when the CD-ROM drive is drive D.)
3 Connect the Camcorder to your personal
computer with the USB cable.
Connecting Computer and
Camcorder
Before making these connections, turn off all
devices, which are to be connected.
≥It is recommended that you use the AC Adaptor
as the power supply of the Camcorder.
ª Using Built-in SD Drive
By connecting the Camcorder and personal
computer with the USB cable, you can transfer
still images saved on a Memory Card directly to
your personal computer.
4 Camcorder power is turned on.
5 Open [My Computer] and click
[Removable Disk] (For Windows 2000
users).
Click [Open folder to view files using
Windows Explorer] and then [OK] (For
Windows XP users).
ª Operating environment
≥Despite having the operating environment
indicated, it may not be possible to use the
program with some types of personal
computers.
For Windows
OS:
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.
≥Appropriate driver to recognize Camcorder is
automatically installed by Windows Plug and
Play when connected for the first time.
≥After the USB connection 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.
IBM® PC/AT compatible personal computer with
pre-installed;
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
CPU:
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 in OS.
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≥To upgrade Windows 2000 to SP4, click [start]
Using as a Web camera
>> [Windows Update]. (Requires Internet
connection.)
≥Install Windows Messenger (Windows XP). If
you have a version older than 5.0/5.1, download
the latest version (5.0/5.1) from the Microsoft
Home Page.
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 until the USB
Driver is installed.
The latest version of MSN Messenger can also
be downloaded from the Microsoft Home Page.
(For download and installation instructions,
please refer to Help on the Home Page.)
≥If the installed version is not the latest, update it
by performing the Windows update.
≥Depending on the security setting on the PC,
proper communication may not be possible.
This feature can be used only if both parties
are using the same operating system. Please
see chart below:
[Send]
[Receive]
[Software]
Windows XP <OK> Windows XP Windows
Messenger/
MSN
Messenger
Windows XP <OK> Windows
MSN
ª Installing USB Driver
DirectX 9.0b must be installed in your PC if it is
not already installed.
2000
Messenger
Windows
2000
<OK> Windows
MSN
2000
Messenger
≥When DirectX 9.0b is installed, applications
supported by previous versions of DirectX may
not run. In this case, consult the manufacturers
of the disabled applications.
1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the
personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.
≥Quit all applications.
≥[Setup Menu] appears.
2 Click [USB Driver].
≥The set up program starts running.
3 Depending on your system environment,
installation of “DirectX 9.0b” may be
ª Operating environment
OS:
IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with
preinstalled;
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/
Professional SP1 or SP2 °1
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4
CPU:
Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher
(including compatible CPU)
RAM:
128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)
Free hard disk space:
250 MB or more
Communication Speed:
required. Click [Yes] and continue with
installation.
≥After “DirectX 9.0b” is installed, the computer
will restart.
≥Do not remove the CD-ROM.
≥Installation may take a little while.
4 Finish installation by following the
on-screen instructions.
56 kbps or faster is recommended
Interface:
USB 1.1 or later — A type
Graphic display:
≥
Click [Next] and proceed with installation.
High Color (16 bit) or more
≥
After completing the installation, Click [Finish].
Desktop resolution of 800k600 pixels or more
Other requirements (to send/receive audio):
Sound card
Speaker or headphones
Necessary software:
Windows Messenger 5.0/5.1 (Windows XP)
MSN Messenger 7.0/7.5 (Windows XP/2000)
DirectX 9.0b/9.0c
°1 When your OS is Windows XP SP2, the USB
driver is not needed.
5 Click [OK].
ª Connecting the Camcorder to
personal computer (For Use as a Web
Camera)
1 Install the supplied USB Driver on the
provided CD-ROM.
2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.
3 Set [ADVANCED] >> [USB FUNCTION] >>
[WEB CAM].
To use the Camcorder as a Web camera, the
following conditions must be met.
≥To upgrade Windows XP to SP2, click [start] >>
[All Programs] >> [Windows Update]. (Requires
Internet connection.)
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≥To send pictures recorded on a tape to
≥In the 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.
≥In the 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.
another personal computer using Windows
Messenger/MSN Messenger, set [BASIC] >>
[USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAM] on Tape
Playback Mode before connecting the
Camcorder to your personal computer.
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.
ª Setting up Windows 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.
1
2
1 Click [Click here to sign in].
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.
≥The operation icon blinks on instead of
appearing from the side of the screen when you
press the center of the joystick.
2 Select [.NET Messaging Service] and click
[OK].
4 Connect the Camcorder to a personal
computer with the USB connection cable.
≥When the Camcorder and personal
computer (with Windows 2000) are
3 After the .NET Passport Wizard is displayed,
click [Next].
connected via USB cable, a message, such
as the one below, is displayed. However,
testing by the manufacturer has confirmed
functionality of this Camcorder with
Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.
≥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 Start Windows Messenger (for Windows XP
users) or MSN Messenger (for Windows XP/
2000 users).
5 After the setup is completed, sign in and
start Windows Messenger.
≥Click [start] >> [Programs] >>
≥Windows Messenger is activated.
[Windows Messenger] or [MSN Messenger].
≥When you use Windows XP, the other parties
via the network have to use same Messenger
application (or software) on Windows XP. When
you use Windows 2000, the other parties via the
network have to use MSN Messenger on
Windows 2000.
≥If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the
quality of the video to be exchanged will depend
on the Internet connection status.
6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the
[Tools] menu to confirm that equipment is
connected correctly.
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7 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera]
menu.
≥If you do not have a password, click [Get a
new account].
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.
2 After setup is completed, sign in and start
MSN 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.
ª Setting up MSN Messenger
When starting MSN Messenger for the first time,
its setup screen is displayed. (However, the
screen is not displayed if MSN Messenger setup
has already been done.) For more details, please
read the corresponding Help file.
In the case of MSN Messenger 7.0
1 Click [Sign In].
6 Select [USB Video Device] in the Webcam
setup screen and then click [Finish].
≥For other information about MSN Messenger,
please refer to Help.
≥When access is finished, close MSN
Messenger, then turn off the Camcorder.
Finally, disconnect the USB cable.
2 Type in your Sign-in name and password.
≥If you do not have your Sign-in name and
password, click [Get one here].
Using Quick Movie Magic or
MotionDV STUDIO
3 Please carefully read the displayed
When the OS is Windows XP/2000, the
Camcorder can be connected to the personal
computer with the DV cable.
When the OS is Windows XP/2000, the
Camcorder can be connected to the personal
computer with the USB cable. However, when the
OS is Windows 2000, USB driver must be
installed.
contents and then proceed.
4 After the setup is completed, sign in and
start MSN Messenger.
≥Do not connect the USB cable until the USB
driver is installed.
ª Operating environment
OS:
IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with
pre-installed;
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/
Professional SP2
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4
CPU:
Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or higher (including
compatible CPU)
Graphic display:
5 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the
[Tools] menu to confirm that 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.
In the case of MSN Messenger 7.5
1 Type in your E-mail address and password.
High Color (16 bit) or more
(32 bit recommended)
Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more
(Supporting the overlay of DirectDraw)
Sound:
PCM sound source (Compatible DirectSound)
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RAM:
256 MB or more
(Adding more memory enables you to operate the
personal computer more comfortably.)
Hard disk:
ª Installation of Quick Movie Magic/
MotionDV STUDIO
1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the
personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.
≥Quit all applications.
Ultra DMA – 33 or more
Free hard disk space:
640 MB or more
≥[Setup Menu] appears.
2 Click the [Quick Movie Magic]/
[MotionDV STUDIO].
(When you capture video, 1 GB is needed for
data of approx. 4 minutes.)
Interface:
DV (IEEE1394) terminal (IEEE1394.a)
USB 2.0 — A type (Hi-Speed compliant)
DirectX 9.0b/9.0c
Windows Media Player 6.4 to 10
Other requirements:
Mouse
3 Click [Next].
ª Installing USB Driver
Install this when your OS is Windows 2000 SP4.
(When your OS is Windows XP SP2, installing
USB driver is not needed.) USB Driver must be
installed when you connect the Camcorder to the
PC with the USB cable and use Quick Movie
Magic or MotionDV STUDIO.
DirectX 9.0b is installed in your PC if it is not
installed beforehand.
≥When DirectX 9.0b is installed, applications
supported by previous versions of DirectX may
not run. In this case, consult the manufacturers
of the applications disabled.
≥After reading the displayed contents, please
carry out the installation according to
instructions.
4 Select the Video system.
1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the
personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.
≥Quit all applications.
≥[Setup Menu] appears.
2 Click [USB Driver].
≥The set up program starts running.
3 Depending on your system environment,
installation of “DirectX 9.0b” may be
required. Click [Yes] and continue with
installation.
5 After the completion of setup, click on
[Finish].
≥After “DirectX 9.0b” is installed, the computer
will restart.
≥Do not remove the CD-ROM.
≥Installation may take a little while.
4 Finish installation by following the
on-screen instructions.
≥Click [Next] and proceed with installation.
≥After completing the installation, Click
[Finish].
≥Sample data is installed concurrently with the
Quick Movie Magic/MotionDV STUDIO
software.
5 Click [OK].
6 Click [Finish].
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≥The indication [Enhanced Host Controller] is
ª To start Quick Movie Magic or
MotionDV STUDIO
changed as [EHCI] depending on the host
controller you use.
If you wish to capture data from a tape, set the
Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode and insert the
tape.
4 Click [Driver] tab to check the description
on [Driver Provider].
If you wish to capture images from the lens of the
Camcorder, set the Camcorder to the Tape
Recording Mode and remove the tape and the
card. (MotionDV STUDIO only)
About the PDF operating instructions for
Quick Movie Magic/MotionDV STUDIO
For details on how to use the software
applications, read the help file.
1 Set [start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >>
[Panasonic] >> [Quick Movie Magic 1.0E] or
[MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV] >>
[Manual (PDF format)].
≥If [Microsoft] is displayed on [Driver Provider],
the confirmation procedure is completed.
If a description other than [Microsoft] is
displayed
≥Update the driver with the following procedure.
1 Click [Update Driver...].
≥Start Quick Movie Magic/MotionDV STUDIO
and select [Help] >> [Help] from the menu to
display the help file.
≥You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or
later to read the PDF operating instructions.
With USB connection cable (supplied)
OS:
Windows XP SP2
2 Check [Install from a list or specific location
(Advanced)] and then click [Next].
Windows 2000 SP4
≥The personal computer should be compatible
with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.
Confirmation before connection
(for Windows XP/2000)
When you connect the personal computer and the
Camcorder with the USB connection cable and
then use Quick Movie Magic or MotionDV
STUDIO on Windows XP SP2 or Windows 2000
SP4, check the driver of the USB host controller.
≥It is required to use the driver for which
[Microsoft] is displayed on [Driver Provider] in
[Driver] tab.
≥When your OS is Windows 2000, click [Next]
after [Update Device Driver Wizard] appears.
3 (For Windows XP Users)
Check [Don’t search. I will choose the driver
to install] and then click [Next].
1 Select [start] >> [Settings] >>
[Control Panel] to start [System].
≥[System Properties] is displayed.
2 Click [Hardware] tab and then click
[Device Manager] then
[Universal Serial Bus Controller].
3 Right-click [Enhanced Host Controller] and
then select [Properties].
(For Windows 2000 Users)
Check [Display a list of the known drivers
for this device so that I can choose a
specific driver] and then click [Next].
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4 Click [Standard Universal PCI to USB Host
Controller] and then click [Next].
With DV cable (optional)
OS:
Windows 2000/XP
1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode
or Tape Playback Mode.
2 Connect the Camcorder to the personal
computer with DV connection cable.
5 Click [Finish].
≥The update of the driver is completed.
Connect the Camcorder.
Connecting the Camcorder to a personal
computer
1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode
or Tape Playback Mode.
2 Set [BASIC] or [ADVANCED] >>
[USB FUNCTION] >> [MOTION DV].
3 Select [start] >> [All Programs (Programs)]
>> [Panasonic] >> [Quick Movie Magic 1.0E]
or [MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV] >>
[Quick Movie Magic] or
[MotionDV STUDIO LE for DV].
≥You can record the video edited by the PC onto
the tape in the Camcorder.
3 Connect the Camcorder to the personal
computer with USB connection cable.
Using on Macintosh
ª Operating environment on iMovie 4/
iMovie HD
OS:
Mac OS X v 10.3 to X v 10.4
CPU:
PowerPC G3 (400 MHz or higher), G4, G5
Interface:
DV (FireWire)
≥Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows
only.
≥iMovie/iMovie HD, included with any new
Macintosh or sold with iLife.
≥For more information, please contact Apple
4 Select [start] >> [All Programs (Programs)]
>> [Panasonic] >> [Quick Movie Magic 1.0E]
or [MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV] >>
[Quick Movie Magic] or
[MotionDV STUDIO LE for DV].
≥Using the MotionDV STUDIO for Windows, a
variety of visual effects can be added and titles
can be created.
≥You cannot record a video edited by the PC
onto the tape in the Camcorder.
≥When 2 or more USB devices are connected to
a personal computer, or when devices are
connected through USB hubs or by using
extension cables, proper operation is not
guaranteed.
ª Copying still pictures on PC
1 Connect the Camcorder to the personal
computer via the supplied USB connection
cable.
2 Double-click [NO_NAME] or [Untitled]
displayed on the desktop.
≥Files are stored in [100CDPFP] folder in the
[DCIM] folder.
3 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.
≥When connected to the keyboard USB terminal,
normal function may not be possible.
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With a PC
≥When Camcorder power is turned OFF.
To disconnect USB cable safely
If USB cable is disconnected while the computer
is on, 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.
OFF
ON
1 Double click the
icon in task tray.
≥Hardware disconnect dialog box appears.
≥When Mode Dial is turned to change modes.
2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click
[Stop].
3 Verify [Matshita DVC USB Device] is
selected and click [OK].
When using on Macintosh
Drag the [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] disk icon to the
[Trash], and then disconnect the USB connection
cable.
If you no longer need software or
driver (Uninstall)
≥You can safely disconnect the cable.
The screens may vary with the type of OS.
1 Select [start] (>> [Settings]) >>
[Control Panel], select the software or the
driver from [Add/Remove Programs] to
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.
≥Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the
OS. Please refer to the user manual of your OS.
Notes
®
®
≥Microsoft and Windows are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
CAUTION:
If you disconnect the USB cable while the
Card Access Lamp is on, it may damage the
Card data.
®
®
≥Intel and Pentium 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.
If the above operation is not performed correctly,
when data is copied from the personal computer
to an SD Memory Card, the copied data may be
damaged.
When the following operations are performed, the
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.
≥When SD Memory Card is removed.
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≥
Although the screens in these Operating
≥You can use the WEB camera function.
Instructions are shown in English for the sake of
example, other languages are supported as
well.
Cancel
≥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.
2 The personal computer has recognized a
USB 2.0 (High Speed) driver other than the
Microsoft driver. Update the driver to make
sure that it operates properly. -58-
≥Do not disconnect USB connection cable while
the status indicator of Camcorder is on. It may
freeze the software or destroy the data in
transfer.
≥We recommend using the AC adaptor as the
power source for the Camcorder when
connecting to the personal computer. Data may
be lost if the battery power is lost while
transferring data.
3 The USB 2.0 (High Speed) driver may not be
recognized correctly. Update the driver to
make sure that it operates properly. -58-
≥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.
≥Do not delete the folders in Memory Card such
as picture folder. Memory card may not be
recognized if folders are deleted.
≥When the Camcorder is switched to the PC
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 connection cable. Switch
the operation mode of the Camcorder and
reconnect the cable.
≥If you install the USB driver while the USB
Connecting cable is being connected, or if you
do not follow these Operating Instructions, the
Camcorder will not be recognized correctly. In
this case, delete the driver from
ª About the SD Memory Card
SD Memory Card
The SD Memory 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.
≥SD 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 Memory 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 Memory 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.
[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].
Depending on your personal computer, one of
the following screens may appear.
1 Your personal computer does not support
USB 2.0 (High Speed) so the video on tape
cannot be imported from the Camcorder to the
personal computer with the USB cable.
Connect to an USB interface port etc.
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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
DCIM
100CDPFP
MISC
[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] -65-
[USB FUNCTION] -54-
2) [ADVANCED]
[REC SPEED] -28-
[REC STDBY] -49-
[REC DATA] -65-
[PICT.QUALITY] -32-
[REPEAT PLAY] -43-
1) [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] -39-
[REC SPEED] -28-
[WIND CUT] -36-
[ASPECT] -38-
3) [SETUP]
[CLOCK SET] -17-
[12bit AUDIO] -50-
[AUDIO OUT] -65-
[DISPLAY] -65-
[REMOTE] -27-
[LCD SET] -25-
2) [ADVANCED]
[PICT.QUALITY] -32-
[FLASH] -36-
[RED EYE] -37-
[FLASH LEVEL] -37-
[EVF SET] -25-
[POWER SAVE] -29-
[TV ASPECT] -45-
[JOYSTICK LED] -65-
[O.I.S.] -38-
[FADE COLOR] -35-
[AUDIO REC] -65-
[REC LAMP] -65-
[USB FUNCTION] -54-
[D.ZOOM] -33-
4) [LANGUAGE] -24-
[ZOOM MIC] -33-
3) [SETUP]
[DISPLAY] -65-
[DATE/TIME] -65-
[POWER SAVE] -29-
[QUICK START] -19-
[AGS] -36-
[REMOTE] -27-
[BEEP SOUND] -65-
[LCD SET] -25-
[EVF SET] -25-
[JOYSTICK LED] -65-
[INITIAL SET] -65-
[DEMO MODE] -65-
4) [LANGUAGE] -24-
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Menu
ª
[CARD RECORDING MENU]
ª
[CARD PLAYBACK MENU]
1) [BASIC]
[DATE/TIME] -65-
[PROTECT] -47-
1) [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] -39-
[PICT.QUALITY] -32-
[PICTURE SIZE] -32-
[ASPECT] -38-
2) [ADVANCED]
[DPOF SET] -47-
[FORMAT CARD] -47-
[CLOCK SET] -17-
2) [ADVANCED]
[BURST MODE] -39-
[FLASH] -36-
[RED EYE] -37-
[FLASH LEVEL] -37-
[O.I.S.] -38-
3) [SETUP]
[DISPLAY] -65-
[REMOTE] -27-
[LCD SET] -25-
[EVF SET] -25-
[POWER SAVE] -29-
[TV ASPECT] -45-
[JOYSTICK LED] -65-
[REC LAMP] -65-
[SHTR EFFECT] -32-
3) [SETUP]
[DISPLAY] -65-
4) [LANGUAGE] -24-
[DATE/TIME] -65-
[POWER SAVE] -29-
[QUICK START] -19-
[REMOTE] -27-
[BEEP SOUND] -65-
[LCD SET] -25-
[EVF SET] -25-
[INITIAL SET] -65-
[JOYSTICK LED] -65-
4) [LANGUAGE] -24-
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Menu
Menus related to taking pictures
Menus related to playback
ª [DATE/TIME]
ª [REC DATA]
This switches between date and time indications.
≥The Camcorder automatically records the date
and time the picture was taken on the tape.
≥You can also show or change the date/time
indication by repeatedly pressing the [DATE/
TIME] button on the remote control.
Set to [ON] and the settings (shutter speed, iris/
gain values, and white balance settings (-40-),
etc.) used during the recordings are displayed
during playback.
≥If the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch was set
to [AUTO] when recording, [AUTO] appears on
the display.
≥When there is no data, [---] appears on the
display.
≥If data recorded on this unit is played back on
other equipment (or a tape recorded on other
equipment is played back on this unit), the
settings information is sometimes not displayed
normally.
ª [AUDIO REC]
Switches the audio (PCM audio) recording
systems.
[12bit]: Records audio in “12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks”.
(The original audio signals can be kept
after the other audio signals are dubbed.)
[16bit]: Records audio in “16 bit 48 kHz 2 tracks”.
Audio can be recorded in higher quality.
(If audio signals are dubbed, then the
original audio signals will be erased.)
ª [AUDIO OUT]
This switches the sound to be played back.
[STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub
sound)
ª [REC LAMP]
Set to [ON] and this turns the recording lamp on
during recording, which indicates that recording is
underway. Set to [OFF] and this does not turn on
the lamp even when recording is underway.
[L]:
[R]:
Left channel sound (main sound)
Right channel sound (sub sound)
Other menus
ª [DISPLAY]
ª [JOYSTICK LED]
If set to [ON], the circumference of the joystick
lights up in blue during operation.
Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched
to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be
switched to minimum display.
ª [INITIAL SET]
ª [BEEP SOUND]
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.
Set to [ON] and confirmation/alarm beeps are
issued as follows.
1 Beep
≥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.)
ª [DEMO MODE]
2 Beeps
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 automatically
starts. To terminate the demonstration mode,
insert a cassette or a card, or set to
≥When you pause recording
≥When you turn off the power
≥When the unit goes into quick start standby
mode
2 Beeps for 4 times
≥When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab
set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs
(-72-), and at other times. Check the sentence
displayed on the screen. (-67-)
[DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. For normal use, set this
function to [OFF].
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:
:
:
Low light mode (Scene mode)
-39-
Spotlight mode (Scene mode)
-39-
Surf & snow mode (Scene mode)
-39-
Auto white balance -40-
Indoor mode (recording under
incandescent lamp) -40-
Outdoor mode -40-
White balance adjustment mode
-40-
Others
Indications
Various functions and the Camcorder status are
shown on the screen.
Basic indications
:
AWB
:
:
Remaining battery power
0h00m00s00f: Time code
3:30:45PM
Date/Time indication
:
:
Recording indications
R0:45:
Remaining tape time
(When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the
indication starts flashing.)
¢In Tape Recording Mode, these are only
displayed when you press the [PHOTO SHOT]
button halfway while a card is inserted.
These are not displayed when using the remote
control.
SP:
Standard Play mode
(Recording speed mode) -28-
Long Play mode
LP:
Playback indications
(Recording speed mode) -28-
Recording -29-
¥:
Recording underway
¥:
1:
Playback -43-
; (Green):
Recording pause -29-
;:
Pause -43-
; (Green flash):
5:
6:
D/E:
;1/2;:
Fast-forward/Cue playback -43-
Slow motion playback -44-
Frame-by-frame playback -44-
Variable-speed search -44-
Repeat playback -43-
WEB CAMERA mode (Playback)
-51-
Standby mode
; (Red):
:
Recording check -30-
Wide mode -38-
Automatic mode -28-
Manual mode -39-
Manual focus -41-
Zoom magnification indication
-32-
16:9
:
:
:
2k5:
AUTO
:
:
MNL
MF:
5k:
A.DUB ¥:
A.DUB ;:
12bit, 16bit:
:
Audio dubbing -50-
Audio recording mode -65-
Volume adjustment -43-
:
Backlight mode -33-
MEGA Optical image stabilizer
-31-
:
MEGA O.I.S.
Card
1/500:
F2.4:
6dB:
:
Shutter speed -42-
F number -42-
Gain value -42-
WEB CAMERA mode
(Recording) -51-
± (White):
¥ (Green):
:
Shutter chance mark -31-
Shutter chance mark -31-
RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot
recording -39-
Self-Timer recording -37-
Photoshot mode
While the card is being read
While photoshot recording is
activated
:
:
:
:
:
:
Soft skin mode -34-
Tele macro -35-
Fade (White) -35-
Fade (Black) -35-
Blank search -30-
MAGICPIX function -34-
0 Lux MAGICPIX function -34-
Flash turned on ¢ -36-
Flash turned off ¢ -37-
Flash (setting to [i]) ¢ -37-
Flash (setting to [j]) ¢ -37-
Red eye reduction ¢ -37-
Zoom microphone -33-
Wind noise reduction -36-
Sports mode (Scene mode) -39-
Portrait mode (Scene mode) -39-
(White):
(Green):
(Red):
(Red):
While the card is being accessed
in PC Connection Mode
:
0lux
ß/ßA:
(Red flash): Using a card that cannot be
recognized
:
(
):
Photoshot picture quality -32-
Remaining number of photoshot
pictures (When the remaining
number of photoshot pictures
reaches 0, the red indication
flashes.)
ßi/ßAi:
ßj/ßAj:
£:
0:
ZOOM
:
:
5:
:
Slide show playback -45-
PictBridge mode -51-
Folder/File display
:
PictBridge:
100-0001:
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CHECK REMOTE MODE:
No.00:
File number
1:
:
Number of DPOF Setting -47-
Lock setting -47-
An incorrect remote control mode has been
selected. This is only displayed at the first
operation of the remote control after
powering-on. -27-
:
:
[640k360] Image size
[2048k1152] Image size
[640k480] Image size
[1280k960] Image size
[1600k1200] Image size
[2048k1512] Image size
0.2
2.4
0.3M
:
:
:
:
WRONG TAPE FORMAT:
You are attempting to play back a tape
section that has been recorded with a
incompatible.
1
2
M
M
3.1M
≥For images not recorded with this unit, the
number of horizontal and vertical pixels may
differ so the image size is not displayed.
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. -20-
UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED):
Audio dubbing cannot be performed
because the original recording was in LP
mode.
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.
UNABLE TO A.DUB:
No cassette is inserted.
You are attempting to perform audio
dubbing on a non-recorded tape.
CANNOT RECORD IN AGS MODE:
The AGS function is activated. -36-
COPY PROTECTED:
[--]/0:
The built-in battery is low. -17-
°: The warning/alarm indication appears when
you record yourself. Turn the LCD monitor
towards the viewfinder and check the
warning/alarm indication.
Images cannot be recorded correctly
because the medium is protected by a copy
guard.
:
No card is inserted.
REMOTE :
An incorrect remote control mode has been
selected. -27-
2END:
CARD ERROR:
This card is not compatible with this
Camcorder.
You are attempting to format a failed card.
It displays, when you attempt to insert an
incompatible card to Card Slot.
NO CARD:
The tape came to the end during recording.
:: The video heads are dirty. -72-
Textual indications
No card is inserted.
CARD FULL:
3DEW DETECT/3EJECT TAPE:
cassette and wait for a while. It takes some
time until the cassette holder opens, but this
is not a malfunction. -72-
LOW BATTERY:
The battery is low. Recharge it. -15-
NO TAPE :
Card does not have sufficient memory
remaining.
Select Card Playback Mode and delete
unnecessary files.
NO DATA:
There are no any recorded files on the card.
FILE LOCKED:
You are attempting to erase protected files.
CARD LOCKED:
The write protection switch on the SD
Memory Card is set to [LOCK].
NEED HEAD CLEANING:
The video heads are dirty. -72-
CHANGE TO 0.2M/0.3M MODE:
When RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot is
No tape is inserted. -20-
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 audio dubbing or digital
dubbing on a tape with the accidental
erasure prevention slider placed in the
[SAVE] position.
used, set [PICTURE SIZE] to [
] or
0.2
[
M ].
0.3
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PUSH THE RESET SWITCH:
Functions cannot be used
An irregularity in the equipment has been
detected. Press the [RESET] button (-13-).
This may solve the problem.
simultaneously
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.
CHANGE MODE TO USE USB:
The USB cable is connected to the
Camcorder in Card Recording Mode.
DISCONNECT USB CABLE:
Functions
Conditions which disable
the functions
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.
≥Digital zoom
≥When the Card Recording
≥Fade
mode is used
≥Backlight
compensation
≥When the MagicPix
function is used
NO INK IN PRINTER:
≥When the iris/gain is set
There is no ink. Check the connected
printer.
NO PAPER IN PRINTER:
There is no paper. Check the connected
printer.
PRINTER ERROR:
≥Help mode
≥Recording
check
≥While recording to a tape
≥Blank search
≥Soft skin
Check the connected printer.
≥Tele macro
PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0:
The Camcorder is connected to a personal
computer that does not support USB 2.0.
(Refer to the operating instructions for PC
connection.)
≥MagicPix
≥While recording to a tape
≥When the Card Recording
mode is used
≥RapidFire
Consecutive
Photoshot
≥When [PICTURE SIZE] is
set to other than
or
CAN NOT USE USB:
0.2
You are connecting the USB cable with the
DV cable connected.
0.3M
≥Flash
≥While recording to a tape
≥During demo mode
≥When RapidFire
Consecutive Photoshot is
used
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].
CAN NOT OPERATE (MOTION DV MODE):
You are attempting to change [D.ZOOM]
setting during MotionDV Mode.
REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR:
At the time of 0 Lux MagicPix mode, when
LCD monitor is not reversed, it displays.
When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180°
towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD
monitor cannot be adjusted.
≥When the MagicPix
function is used
≥Zoom
≥An external microphone is
used
microphone
≥Wind noise
reduction
≥Scene mode
≥When setting the [AUTO/
MANUAL/FOCUS] switch
to [AUTO]
≥When the MagicPix
function is used
≥Change of
white balance
≥When digital zoom (10k
or higher) is used
≥When the MagicPix
function is used
≥Adjusting the
shutter speed,
iris/gain
≥When the MagicPix
function is used
≥When the scene mode is
used
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• Are you using the battery in an extremely cold
≥Variable-speed ≥During repeat playback
search
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.
≥Deleting files
≥When the write protect
switch on the card is set
to [LOCK]
≥When the file is protected
≥Formatting
≥When the write protect
switch on the card is set
to [LOCK]
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.
• Remove the cassette and then press the
[RESET] button. (-71-) If normal conditions are
not restored yet, turn off the power. Then,
about 1 minute later, turn on the power again.
access lamp is on may destroy the data on the
card.)
≥Audio dubbing
≥The section of a tape
recorded in LP mode
≥The blank section of a
tape
≥Sounds sent through the
DV terminal
Before requesting repair
(Problems and solutions)
6: The cassette cannot be removed.
opening the cassette cover? (-16-) Make sure
that the battery and the AC adaptor are
properly connected. (-15-)
• Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the
battery and remove the cassette.
• Close the cassette cover completely, and fully
open it again. (-20-)
7: No operation other than cassette removal
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?
can be performed.
2: The Camcorder power is turned off
automatically.
• Has condensation occurred? Wait until the
condensation indication disappears. (-72-)
8: The remote control does not function.
• Has the button-type battery of the remote
control run out? Replace it with a new button-
type battery. (-26-)
• Is the setting on the remote control correct? If
the setting on the remote control is not in
agreement with the [REMOTE] setting on the
Camcorder, the remote control does not
operate. (-27-)
• 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. (-29-) 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. (-15-)
• 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. (-72-)
4: Battery runs down quickly.
• Is the battery fully charged? Charge it with the
AC adaptor. (-15-)
Recording
1: Recording does not start although power is
supplied to the Camcorder and the cassette
is correctly inserted.
the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),
recording cannot be performed. (-20-)
• 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. (-28-)
• Has condensation occurred? No operation
other than cassette removal can be performed
when condensation occurs. Wait until the
condensation indication disappears. (-72-)
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Playback (Sound)
• Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is
open, the Camcorder may not operate
normally. Close the cassette cover. (-20-)
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]. (-65-)
1: Sound is not played back from the built-in
speaker of the Camcorder.
0 Is the volume too low? During playback, push
the [s /VOLr] lever to display the volume
indication and adjust it. (-43-)
2: Different sounds are reproduced at the
same time.
• Have you set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >>
[MIX]? If you set [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] and
dub audio to a recorded tape, you can hear the
sound on recording and the sound dubbed at a
later time. To hear the sounds separately, set
to [ST1] or [ST2]. (-50-)
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.
• 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. (-65-)
3: Audio dubbing cannot be performed.
• Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on
the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),
audio dubbing cannot be performed. (-20-)
• Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that
was recorded in LP mode? LP mode does not
allow audio dubbing. (-28-)
• There are some recording subjects and
surroundings for which the auto focus does not
operate correctly. (-76-) If so, use the manual
• Is the MagicPix function set? When the
MagicPix function is working, focusing shifts
into the manual mode.
5: The Camcorder arbitrarily stops recording.
• Is the AGS function activated? Record in the
normal horizontal position or set [AGS] to
[OFF].(-36-)
4: The original sound was erased when audio
dubbing was performed.
•
If you perform audio dubbing on a recording made
in [16bit] mode, the original sound will be erased.
If you wish to preserve the original sound, be sure
to select [12bit] mode when recording.
Indications
1: A sentence is displayed in red in the screen
center.
• Read the contents and respond to them. (-67-)
2: The time code becomes inaccurate.
0 The time code indication counter may not be
constant in the reversed slow-motion playback,
but this is not a malfunction.
5: Sounds cannot be played back.
being played, have you set [SETUP] >>
[12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2]? To play back a
cassette with no audio dubbing, set
[12bit AUDIO] >> [ST1].(-50-)
• Is the variable speed search function working?
Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the
remote control to cancel the variable speed
search function. (-44-)
3: The remaining tape time indication
disappears.
• 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.
4: 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.
• 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.
5: A function indication such as mode
indication, remaining tape time indication,
or time code indication is not shown.
• If you set [SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF],
indications other than the tape running
condition, warning, and date indications
disappear.
Playback (Pictures)
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.
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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). (-72-)
• If the terminal for the Multi 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.
RESET
A
• 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?
4: When the USB cable is disconnected, an
error message will appear on PC.
Card
1: Recorded pictures are not clear.
[
]? If recording is done with it set to [
mosaic-like pattern. Set [PICT.QUALITY] >>
]. (-32-)
],
[
2: A file recorded on a card cannot be deleted.
• Is the file locked? Locked files cannot be
deleted. (-47-)
• For the SD Memory Card, if its write protect
switch is set to [LOCK], then deletion is
disabled. (-21-)
• To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-
click the [ ] icon in the task tray and follow the
instructions on the screen.
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 cassette or a
personal computer is recommended.
5: The Camcorder malfunctions on editing,
dubbing from digital video equipment, or
using “MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV”
or “Quick Movie Magic”.
• If a tape is recorded in multiple modes such as
SP and LP (recording mode), 12bit and 16bit
(sound recording mode), 4:3 and wide,
recorded and unrecorded parts, the Camcorder
may malfunction at a point where the mode
switches. When you edit, do not record in
multiple modes.
6: 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.
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
Memory Card from 8 MB to 2 GB with this unit.
5: During playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is
displayed.
• The image was either recorded in a different
format, or data is damaged.
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.
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.
• Is the setting for the remote control correct?
• 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?
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If the heads become dirty, “NEED HEAD
Cautions for Use
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] 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.
≥Mosaic-like noise appears partially or the
sound is interrupted.
≥Black or blue mosaic-like horizontal stripes
appear.
≥The whole screen becomes blue and there is
no picture or sound.
When normal playback cannot be performed
even after the head cleaning
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 to cool or warm it to the
ambient temperature.
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.
≥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.)
≥The status indicator blinks for about
1 minute and then the Camcorder
automatically turns off. Leave it for about
1.5 to 2 hours.
3 Turn the Camcorder on again, set it to the
Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then
check if the condensation indication
disappears.
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.
ª About the Camcorder
≥When the Camcorder is used for a long time,
the Camcorder body becomes warm, but this is
not a malfunction.
Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized
equipment such as a cellular phones,
microwave ovens, TVs, and video game
equipment.
≥If you use the Camcorder on or near a TV,
images or sounds may be disturbed due to
electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or
images may be distorted, by strong magnetic
fields created by speakers or large motors.
≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by
digital circuits including microprocessor may
adversely affect the Camcorder, causing the
disturbance of images and sounds.
≥If the Camcorder is affected by such equipment
and does not function properly, turn off the
Camcorder power and detach the battery or AC
adaptor. Then, connect the battery or AC
adaptor again and turn on the Camcorder
power.
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.
ª About dirty heads
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.)
Do not use your Camcorder near radio
transmitters or high-voltage cables.
≥If you record pictures near radio transmitters or
high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds
may be adversely affected.
≥We recommend cleaning the heads periodically.
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Do not spray insecticides or volatile
chemicals onto the Camcorder.
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.
≥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.
While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or
bump it.
≥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.
≥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%)
≥Extremely high temperatures or low
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.
≥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.
≥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.
≥When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the
instructions.
Prepare spare batteries when going out for
recording.
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.
≥Prepare batteries appropriate to 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.
≥If the operating time is very short even after the
battery has been recharged, the battery has
worn out. Please purchase a new battery.
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ª About the card
ª About the AC adaptor
≥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].
≥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.
≥If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio
reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC
adaptor 1 meter (3 feet) or more away from
radio.
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.
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.
≥The card may break or the contents of the card
may be destroyed or erased.
After use, be sure to remove the card from the
Camcorder for storage.
≥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.)
≥Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor
and battery clean.
≥After use, or when storing or carrying the card,
put it in the storage case.
≥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.
ª About the cassette
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.
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.
≥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.
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≥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.
≥Up to 999 pictures can be recorded on
100CDPFP folder etc.
≥Files with the DPOF settings can be recorded
on MISC folder.
≥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.
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ª LCD monitor/viewfinder
LCD monitor
Explanation of terms
≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a
dry soft cloth.
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
≥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.
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.
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.
2)
10 000K
9
8
000K
000K
3)
7
6
000K
000K
4)
5)
5
4
000K
000K
6)
1)
Viewfinder
7)
3
000K
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.
8)
9)
2
1
000K
000K
10)
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.
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.)
1) The effective range of automatic white
balance adjustment on this Camcorder
2) Blue sky
3) Cloudy sky (rain)
4) TV screen
5) Sunlight
6) White fluorescent lamp
7) Halogen light bulb
8) Incandescent light bulb
9) Sunrise or sunset
10) Candlelight
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ª White balance
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.
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
Auto focus automatically moves the focusing lens
forward and backward inside the Camcorder to
bring the subject into focus.
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.
≥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.
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.
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
≥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, USB 2.0 compliant
Specifications
(Hi-Speed)
No copyright protection support
PictBridge-compliant
Digital Video Camcorder
Information for your safety
Digital interface:
DV input/output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)
Flash:
GN 4.8
Dimensions:
Power source:
DC 7.9/7.2 V
Power consumption:
Recording
Approx. 76 mm (W)k73 mm (H)k135 mm (D)
5.5 W
Approx. 3.0 inch (W)k2.9 inch (H)k5.3 inch (D)
(excluding the projection parts)
Mass:
Recording format:
Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format)
Tape used:
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:
Approx. 450 g (0.99 lbs) (without supplied battery
and DV cassette)
Operating temperature:
0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)
Operating humidity:
10% to 80%
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))
Please confirm the latest information on the
following website.
1/6-inch 3CCD image sensor
[Effective pixels]
Moving picture: 640 Kk3 (4:3), 540 Kk3 (16:9)/
Still picture: 710 Kk3 (4:3), 540 Kk3 (16:9)/
Total: 800 Kk3
Still picture recording file format:
JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based
on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding
Still picture size:
2048k1512
Lens:
2048k1152
Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.8, Focal length; 3.0 mm to
30.0 mm, Macro (Full range AF)
Filter diameter:
37 mm
Zoom:
10:1 Power zoom
Monitor:
2.7-inch LCD
Viewfinder:
Color electronic viewfinder
Microphone:
Stereo (with a zoom function)
Speaker:
1600k1200
1280k960
640k480
640k360
WEB camera
Compression:
Motion JPEG
Image size:
320k240 pixels (QVGA)
Frame rate:
Approx. 6 fps
1 round speaker ‰ 20 mm
Standard illumination:
1,400 lx
Minimum required illumination:
1 lx (MagicPix Mode)
Video output level:
1.0 Vp-p, 75 ≠
S-Video output level:
Y Output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ≠
C Output: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ≠
Audio output level (Line):
316 mV, 600 ≠
Mic input:
Mic sensitivity –50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
(Stereo mini jack)
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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)
Weight and dimensions are approximate values.
Specifications may change without prior notice.
Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional)
[16:9] mode:
PICTURE
SIZE
0.2
2.4
PICT.
QUALITY
8 MB
16 MB
32 MB
64 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
45
95
200
4
11
7
100
18
220
440
24
39
440
880
51
81
880
1760
3520
7040
14080
28160
99
155
330
650
1290
2630
1760
3520
7040
210
410
820
1680
2 GB
14080
[4:3] mode:
PICTURE
SIZE
0.3M
1
M
2
M
3.1M
PICT.
QUALITY
8 MB
16 MB
32 MB
64 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
45
100
95
200
9
15
35
5
9
3
8
5
13
21
13
21
220
440
47
75
30
47
18
29
440
880
98
155
300
620
1230
2470
5030
63
98
39
62
880
1760
3520
7040
14080
28160
185
390
780
1550
3160
120
250
500
1010
2050
185
390
780
1550
3160
75
120
250
490
990
2010
1760
3520
7040
14080
160
320
630
1290
2 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
*CGR-DU06A/1B
*CGA-DU12A/1B
640 mAh/Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery Pack
1150 mAh/Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery Pack
*CGA-DU21A/1B
2040 mAh/Rechargeable
Lithium Ion Battery Pack
PV-DDC9 (For USA)
PV-DDC9-K (For Canada)
DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)
(4-pin to 4-pin)
RP-SDK02GU1A
RP-SDK01GU1A
RP-SDK512U1A
RP-SDH256U1A
RP-SDQ02GU1A
RP-SDQ01GU1A
RP-SD512BU1A
RP-SD256BU1A
RP-SD128BU1A
RP-SD064BPPA
RP-SD032BPPA
Pro High Speed 2 GB SD Memory Card
Pro High Speed 1 GB SD Memory Card
Pro High Speed 512 MB SD Memory Card
Super High Speed 256 MB SD Memory Card
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
High Speed 128 MB SD Memory Card
High Speed 64 MB SD Memory Card
High Speed 32 MB SD Memory Card
VW-LDC10
Video DC Light (10 W)
(CGR-DU06 is necessary to activate it.
)
BN-SDPC3E
SD PCMCIA Adaptor
(compatible with MultiMediaCard)
PV-HB002 (USA only)
Carrying Case
*Please refer to page -16-, 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 (For USA Customers)
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
1. Palmcorder Model #
2. Items Ordered
Accessory #
Description
Price 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-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME]
OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.
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Request for Service Notice (USA Only)
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 Services Company
410B Airport Road
Elgin, IL 60123-9333
Attn: Camcorder Repair
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Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)
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/Quasar 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 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 or In-Home Service
For Carry-In, Mail-In or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic
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,
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 Servicenter 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 Servicenter. 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
Service in Canada: As per Sevicenter listed in Canadian warranty information on page -84-.
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer
or Servicenter; 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 8 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 Servicenter
Panasonic Services Company
410B Airport Road
MAIL TO:
Elgin, IL 60123-9333
Attention: Camcorder Repair
Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elgin Centralized Factory Servicenter
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 October 2005
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Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and
agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
Camcorder Product – One (1) year, parts and labour
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been
improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused,
damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or
detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell
batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of
date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions
may not be applicable.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer
Care Centre at:
Telephone #: (905) 624-5505
Fax #: (905) 238-2360
For product repairs, please contact one of the following:
≥Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you.
≥A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:
Richmond, British Columbia
Panasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way
Richmond, BC
Mississauga, Ontario
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Dr.
Mississauga, ON
L4W 2T3
V6W 1K8
Tel: (604) 278-4211
Fax: (604) 278-5627
Tel: (905) 624-8447
Fax: (905) 238-2418
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.
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Index
ª Numerics
0 Lux MagicPix Function ................................34
ª A
Aperture .........................................................42
Audio Dubbing ...............................................50
ª B
RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot ................. 39
Slow Motion Playback ................................... 44
Sound Volume ............................................... 43
Surf & Snow Mode ........................................ 39
Blank Search .................................................30
ª C
Customer Services Directory .........................83
ª D
Date/Time Setting ..........................................17
ª E
ª F
ª H
Video Head Clogging .................................... 72
ª W
ª Z
ª L
Low Light Mode .............................................39
ª M
Mega Optical Image Stabilizer .......................38
ª P
Photoshot .......................................................31
PictBridge ......................................................51
Portrait Mode .................................................39
ª Q
Quick Movie Magic ........................................56
Quick Start .....................................................19
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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 Luego abra la tapa de la ranura de la tarjeta.
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.
3 Cierre firmemente la tapa de la ranura de la
tarjeta.
OPEN/
EJECT
ª Cómo activar la alimentación
1 Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el
interruptor [OFF/ON] en [ON].
1
2 Una vez que el compartimiento del cassette
esté abierto, inserte/quite el cassette.
OFF
ON
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1 Oprima el botón [PHOTO SHOT].
ª Cómo apagar la alimentación
1 Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el
interruptor [OFF/ON] en [OFF].
1
OFF
ON
PHOTO SHOT
ª Reproducción de la cinta
≥Ajuste al modo de reproducción de cinta.
ª Grabación en una cinta
≥Ajuste al modo de grabación de cinta.
1 Actúe en la palanca de mando.
1 Oprima el botón de inicio/parada de la
grabación para empezar a grabar.
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
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3
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