Panasonic PV-D209 Operating instructions

Panasonic
Palmcorden”
Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate this product.
Please save this manual.
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For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) VOTWOTITA
Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, it will bring you years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the
information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your
Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information
source.
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Unpack your Camcorder
These accessories are provided in order to set up or use your Camcorder.
1 pc. AC Adaptor 1 pc. Battery Pack 1 pc. Audio/Video Cable
(PV-A17) (PV-BP15) (pages 10, 11) (VJAW0027/VJAW0032/
with DC Power Cable VJAWO0039) (pages 26, 28)
(page 12)
1 pc. VHS PlayPak 1 pc. Shoulder Strap 1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery
(PV-P1/VYMW00089) (VYCW0225) (page 14) (VSBW0004)
and one “AA” battery (installed in Camcorder)
(page 27) (page 46)
2 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Things You Should Know
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your Compact VHS Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play
(SP) and Super Long Play (SLP) modes. You can also play a Compact VHS
Camcorder recording on your VHS VCR using the VHS PlayPak supplied.
This Camcorder is equipped with the HQ System to provide excellent video pictures,
and is compatible with standard VHS equipment.
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use
in VCR machines with the NHS[® and/or mark be used.
Г This symbol warns the user that à
uninsutated voltage within thé unit may
A AISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK | have sufficient magnitude to cause electric
DO NOT OPEN « shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make
any kind of contact with any inside part of
this unit.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER {OR BACK) This symbol alerts the user that important
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE literature concerning the operation and
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL maintenance of this unit has been included}
Therefore, it should be read carefully in
order to avoid any problems. J
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.
FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would
void the user's authority to operate.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 and part 18 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when operated in a residential environment.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location and/or
utilize an electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver,
If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You may find the
booklet, ‘Something About Interference’ available from FCC local regional offices helpful.
Important Safeguards
1.
Read Instructions — All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions — All operating and
maintenance instructions should be followed.
Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall
outtet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
Attachments — Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product manufacturer
as they may be hazardous.
Water and Moisture — Do not use this video unit
near water — for example near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
Accessories — Do not place this video unit on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow
the manufacturers instructions and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer. An appliance and
cart combination should be moved
with care, Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the video unit and to protect it from
overheating. These openings must not be blocked
or covered. Never place the video unit on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a
radiator or heat register. This video unit should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturers instructions have
been adhered to.
. Power Sources — This video unit should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply te your home, consult
your appliance dealer or local power company, For
video units intended to be operated from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may
be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC
(Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding
type plug, a plug having a third {grounding) pin.
The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a
grounding type power outlet. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the
outlet, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the grounding type plug.
. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them. Paying particular attention to cords of
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the unit.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the video
unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of
the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810
of the National Electrical Code, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
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ANTENNA
CASCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
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Le GACUND CLAMPS
POWER SEAVICE GROUNDING
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NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250. PART H)
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. Lightning — For added protection of this video unit
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the video unit due to lightning and power-line
surges.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Important Safeguards
15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should b. tt any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power have fallen into the video unit.
lines or other electric light or power circuits, or c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or
where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. water. ;
When installing an outside antenna system, d. If the video unit does not operate normally by
extreme care should be taken to keep from following the operating instructions. Adjust only
touching such power lines or circuits as contact those controls that are covered by the operating
with them might be fatal. instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and controls may result in damage and will often
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or require extensive work by a qualified technician
electric shock. to restore the video unit to its normal operation.
17. Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet
kind into this video unit through openings as they has been damaged.
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. performance — this indicates a need for service.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit. 20. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are
18. Servicing -— Do not attempt to service this video required, be sure the service technician has used
unit yourself as opening or removing covers may replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. have the same characteristics as the original part.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
19. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video electric shock or other hazards.
unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to 21, Safety Check— Upon completion of any service or
qualified service personnel under the following repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician
conditions: to perform safety checks to determine that the
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is video unit is in safe operating order,
damaged.
Precautions
USE € LOCATION
* TO AYOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture.
Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed
for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or
a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts
of your Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug
your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.
DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS.
DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF.
DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight,
inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your
Camcorder. .
AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.
DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.
STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Store and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will not subject it to
unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Camcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which
could be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
« TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder
body.
» TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial camcorder
fens 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 fotion, as it may damage the finish.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
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Basic Operation
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Copying your Tapes (dubbing) ........................000000000iireee e III RI RIIIE 00e 28
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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido ...............................--. exe 55
6 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Self Demo mode is on when the screen
at the right appears. Follow the steps
below to turn it off.
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
Self Demo Mode
EVF Screen
(Panasoni
ITS TAPES PLAY
IN YOUR VCR
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26x LENS /150x D. ZOOM
DIGITAL STABILIZATION
FULL-SIZE HEAD SYSTEM
\_ AUTO/PHRASE TITLER 7
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1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Hold down STOP over 5 seconds.
Note:
* Self Demo stops automatically if
battery is attached (page 10) and
cassette tape is inserted (page 13).
* Inserting a tape alone (or attaching a
partially charged battery) only temporarily
stops Self Demo.
* Self Demo stops for 30 seconds when a
function key other than Power, Tape
Speed Selector, and Light is pressed.
To turn Self Demo back on.
« With DISPLAY held down, slide POWER
to CAMERA and wait for Self Demo to
begin.
Quick Operation Guide
Charge Battery Pack fully before operation {page 10).
2 Insert Battery. CHARGE
Lamp lights and then goes
out when charging is
done.
1 Plug in AC Adaptor.
Insert Cassette
2 Slide TAPE EJECT to open door.
1 Attach fully charged Battery
(page 10).
3 Insert cassette (page 13).
Press here to close door.
8 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Quick Operation Guide
Before you begin...
* Charge Battery Pack fully before operation
(page 10).
2 Press RECORD/PAUSE to start
recording.
Press RECORD/PAUSE again to
pause recording.
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CAMERA
YR orr 1 Set POWER to
CAMERA.
Playback using the Color EVF
2 Press REWIND/SEARCH
- to rewind tape.
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Press PLAY to
start playback.
Press STOP to
stop playback.
Supplying Power
Charge Battery Pack fully before use.
BATTERY
PACK
1 Plug in AC Adaptor.
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€ POWER Lamp lights.
2 Insert Battery.
€) Align right side of Battery with line
on AC Adaptor.
@ Press Battery down and slide in
direction of arrow.
CHARGE Lamp lights and then goes
out when charging is done (approx.
1 hour).
3 Remove Battery
Battery Charging Slide Battery out and off.
Confirmation Marker .
* Battery life gradually decreases after
repeated use and recharging. If operation
time becomes very short even aftera
Use this marker as a reminder to yourself sufficient charge, discard Battery properly
when the battery is fully charged or in need (page 11).
of a charge. This marker performs no Note:
function and is for your reference only. After recharging 5 times, use BATTERY
REFRESH feature as explained on page 11.
Use the Battery Pack
A fully charged Battery provides a maximum of about 1 hour 10 minutes of continuous
use. Actual time may vary due to operating conditions. Using the Built-in Light decreases
operating time.
ee 1 Attach Battery
| | @ ©) Align Battery with top of mounting
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£ Press and snap into place.
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2 Remove Battery
While sliding BATTERY RELEASE,
remove Battery.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Battery Refresh
This feature completely discharges Battery before recharging begins.
Use after about every 5 charges for optimum Battery performance.
CHARGE Lamp
3 BATTERY I
REFRESH
Battery Care
Caution:
* Charge only with specified charger.
* Battery can be charged within a temperature
range of 50° F (10° C) and 85° F (35° С).
* Battery is normally warm after charging or just
after use, -
* Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn-
out Battery,
Safety precautions:
* Do not get Battery near, or dispose of in fire.
* Do not directly connect (short circuit) the
positive (+) and negative (—) terminals.
* Never attempt to disassembie or reassemble
Battery.
U.S.A. CONSUMERS:
Supplying Power
1 Plug in AC Adaptor.
* POWER Lamp stays on as long as
Adaptor is plugged in.
2 Place Battery into Adaptor.
3 Press BATTERY REFRESH.
The CHARGE Lamp flashes during
discharge then stays lit until charging
is complete.
If BATTERY REFRESH is pressed
by mistake, remove Battery from
Adaptor and reinsert it for normal
charging.
4 Remove Battery.
+ Charging takes about 5 hours when
Battery Refresh is used.
* Battery will not operate in extremely high
temperatures.
To avoid Battery damage:
* Do not drop or jar Battery.
* Use Battery with specified units only.
* If Battery is used in extremely high
temperatures, a safety device will
automatically prevent operation.
To prolong Battery life:
« While not in use, remove Battery from the
Camcorder and AC Adaptor and store ina
cool, dark, dry place.
* Keep Battery terminals clean.
ATTENTION:
The product you have purchased is powered by a nickel cadmium battery which is
recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it is illegal to
dispose of this battery into your municipal waste stream. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY
Ned for information on how to recycle this battery.
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Supplying Power
F
— DC Power Cable
1 Connect AC Adaptor VCR DC OUT
to Camcorder DC IN with supplied
POWER Lamp DEIN ыног DC Power Cable.
2 Plug in AC Adaptor.
POWER Lamp lights.
Notes:
» AC Adaptor cannot power Camcorder while
charging Battery.
« When not in use, unplug AC Adaptor from AC
outlet. (Adaptor uses 1.2 W of electricity while
plugged in.)
— CAUTION:
This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be
required for voltages other than 120V AC. Please contact either a local or foreign
electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.
We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor (VJSS0070) in an area
which has special AC outlets.
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Car Battery Cord (Optional)
Connect PV-C16 Car Battery Cord
(optional) to Camcorder DC IN.
=~ CA 2 A Start engine first,
DC IN [> B Plug Car Battery Cord into
Connector A Cigarette lighter socket.
Ш » If Car Battery cord fuse needs
replacing, use exact current rating
(in amps).
Cigarette Lighter Notes:
Socket (12V) * This cord only works in vehicles equipped
with DC 12V (negative ground) battery.
Check with your car/truck dealer. Use
only specified car battery cord.
* To avoid blowing the car battery cord
fuse, do step 2 in the proper order.
* Running vehicles must be well ventilated.
Car Battery Cord Cigarette * When not in use, disconnect cigarette
(optional) Lighter Plug lighter plug.
12 CEE ENE
Cassette Information
Cassette Insertion/Removal
Turn Tape Wheel in direction of
arrow until there is no slack.
2 Attach Battery {page 10).
3 Slide TAPE EJECT to open door.
4 Insert cassette as shown.
5 Press here to close door.
* To remove the cassette, slide the
TAPE EJECT switch.
Record/Piayback Time
Use tapes with the (VHS[M mark in this unit. TAPE SPEED Selector
Tape Speed Cassette type
Selector Position | TC-20 TC-30 TC-40
SP 20 minutes | 30 minutes | 40 minutes
(Standard Play)
SLP 1 hour 1 hour 2 hours
(Super Long Play) 30 minutes
» SLP playback may contain more picture noise.
Erase Protection Tab
A record tab ensures recordings are not accidentally erased.
1 To prevent erasure,
break off tab with screwdriver.
(Or, slide tab open.)
2 To record again,
cover hole with adhesive tape.
(Or, slide tab closed.)
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Attaching Shoulder Strap
Remove Battery Pack before doing steps.
1 Undo strap ends from buckles.
2 Thread strap ends through Strap
Rings on Camcorder.
gr a — M 3 . =
TERA NT Re-insert the strap ends into
al buckles.
min. 1 inch (25.4mm)
Adjusting the Length
Pull a loop of strap from buckle.
Pull strap tight to shorten or
lengthen.
Adjust Hand Strap length to fit your
hand as shown.
14 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
MENU Mode
Using MENU Mode
Before you begin...
+ Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
--- MENU --- PAGE 1/2
PROGRAMMED REC
TITLE ; AUTOMANUAL
TALLY LAMP ; ON
STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
Y
SELECT: PUSH W/áa KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY| -
END —: PUSH MENU KEY
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2 UP
DOWN
т
DISPLAY MENU
2 Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to
highlight menu item.
| 3 Press DISPLAY to set selection.
4 Press MENU to exit.
Note:
* The Menu mode is canceled if UP/
DOWN(4/Y), DISPLAY, or MENU are
not pressed within 5 minutes.
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MENU Mode
1
2
3 —
4 —
57
( --- MENU --- PAGE 1/2)
PROGRAMMED REC
- TITLE ; AUTO/MANUAL
F TALLY LAMP ; ON
> STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
CLOCK SET
SELECT : PUSH V/A KEY
6
7 —
8
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
\END : PUSH MENU KEY /
(A PAGE 2/2)
- TIME LAPSE ; OFF
- SECURITY .; OFF
+ VIDEO EFFECTS ; FADE
BLACK
SELECT : PUSH V/A KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
(END —: PUSH MENU KEY
PROGRAMMED REC (page 24).
Camcorder starts and stops
recording at a preset time.
TITLE (pages 39-41).
AUTO/MANUAL : 16 items
PHRASE : 10 items
TALLY LAMP (page 32).
ON: lamp lights during recording.
STAND-BY RELEASE (page 22).
ON: enables quick resumption of
recording from Stand-by mode.
CLOCK SET (pages 17-19).
Select to set clock.
TIME LAPSE (page 38).
ON: enables TIME LAPSE recording.
SECURITY (page 37).
MOTION: enables Motion Security
recording.
VIDEO EFFECTS (pages 33, 34).
AUTO FADE : BLACK or WHITE
DIGITAL FADE : TYPE — 7 types
COLOR — 8 colors
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Setting the Clock
Set the following items in order: Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, Date and Time.
Setting the Time Zone
The Camcorder is preset to Eastern time.
To change time zone, do steps at right.
Oi
OP
DISPLAY MENU
: 6:00 : 7:00 1 8:00: 9:00 :10:00:11:00:12:007 1:00 2:00
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
« Set POWER to CAMERA.
Note:
* Setting POWER to VCR also displays
CLOCK SET menu.
* Clock may lose or gain up to 2 minutes per
month, To adjust, see page 19.
Note:
When traveling outside the listed time zones,
set clock to local time manually (page 19).
1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP A or DOWN Y to select
CLOCK SET}
--- MENU --- PAGE 1/2
PROGRAMMED REC
TITLE ; AUTOMANUAL
TALLY LAMP :
STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
CLOCK SET
Y
SELECT : PUSH W/á KEY
SET ; PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END: PUSH MENU KEY
2 Press DISPLAY for CLOCK SET
menu. Press UP A or DOWN Y to
select
1. CLOCKSET ---
TIME ZONE R : EASTERN
DATE / TIME | 12:00: 004M
JAN 1 1998
SELECT: PUSH Y/A KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
: PUSH MENU KEY
END
3 Press DISPLAY for SELECT TIME
ZONE menu. Press UP 4 or
DOWN Y to select local time zone.
«++ SELECT TIME ZONE ---
ATLANTIC PACIFIC
ALASKA
CENTRAL HAWAII
MOUNTAIN SAMOA
SELECT : PUSH F/A KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
4 Press DISPLAY to confirm entry.
Press MENU twice to exit.
* When traveling, repeat these steps
and select one of the 8 listed time
zones to set the clock to local time.
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Setting the Clock
Auto Daylight Saving Time
Clock will auto-adjust to daylight-saving
time (DST).
The Camcorder is preset to DST:
EU]. 1 DST is not observed in
your area, set to #1 by doing the
following steps.
Os
ow
DISPLAY MENU
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
Note:
* When POWER is set to VCR, CLOCK SET
menu appears.
* Auto DST does not function if time zone is
set to Hawaii or Samoa (page 17).
Spring (First Sunday in April):
DST: AUTO = ahead one hour.
1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
| Normal Time
=
3:00 a.m. 4:00 a.m.
Daylight Saving
Time
Autumn (Last Sunday in October):
DST: AUTO = back one hour.
1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
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Daylight Saving
Time
я Jrs.
|Normai Time | 1:00 am. 2-00 a.m.
1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP A or DOWN Y to select
CLOCK SET)
--- MENU --- PAGE 1/2
PROGRAMMED REC
TITLE ; AUTOMANUAL
TALLY LAMP ; ON
STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
Y
SELECT : PUSH vía KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY
2 Press DISPLAY for CLOCK SET
menu. Press UP A or DOWN Y to
select PIENSA.
--- CLOCK SET ---
TIME ZONE ; EASTERN
: AUTO
DATE/TIME ; 12: 00 : DOAM
JAN 1 1999
SELECT : PUSH Y/a KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY
3 Press DISPLAY for DAYLIGHT
SAVING TIME menu. Press UP 4 or
DOWN Y to select OFF or AUTO,
«= DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME - -
AUTO
| OFF |
SELECT: PUSH Y/a KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
4 Press DISPLAY to confirm entry.
Press MENU twice to exit.
18 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Setting the Clock
Setting Date and Time
Date and time including leap year are
calculated up to DEC 31, 2097.
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s lo
6-00-00PM
JAN' 1 1999
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
« Set POWER to CAMERA.
« When POWER is set to VCR, CLOCK SET
Note:
| menu appears.
1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP A or DOWN Y to select
CLOCK SET}
--. MENU --- PAGE 1/2
PROGRAMMED REC
TITLE : AUTO/MANUAL
TALLY LAMP ; ON
STAND-BY RELEASE | OFF
AE
Y
2 Press DISPLAY for CLOCK SET
menu. Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to
selecta A.
--- CLOCK SET ---
TIME ZONE ; EASTERN
D.5.T. ¡ AUTO
EMI: 12:00: 00AM
JAN 1 1999
SELECT: PUSH Y/a KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY
3 Press DISPLAY for DATE/TIME
menu,
--- DATE/TIME SETTING - - -
s bz s loz
1 2:00:08AM
JAN 1 1989
SELECT: PUSH Y/á KEY -
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
4 Press or hold down UP 4 or
DOWN Y to select hour, then press
DISPLAY to fix.
Repeat for minute, month, day, and
year. Clock starts when year is
entered.
Press MENU twice to exit.
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Built-in Auto Light
Using the Light
For recording in dim lighting.
D LIGHT
ON OFF AUTO
Cm
e
2 17000 A
12:00:00AM
JAN 11899
Replacing the Bulb
DANGER: Y
Use only replacement bulb (PART NO.
VLLWO0015) supplied by Panasonic to
reduce risk of fire.
Handie new bulb with cloth or tissue as
skin oils will decrease bulb life.
Remove lens cover and allow bulb to
cool before replacing to avoid possible
Ч burn hazard.
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Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
Set LIGHT to AUTO.
Light turns on/off automatically according
to lighting conditions.
Or, set LIGHT to ON/OFF manually.
=D appears in EVF when Light is on.
Caution:
Light becomes hot. Never cover Light while
on.
Before you begin...
* Order Part No. VULSO001 (VLLW0015 and
cushions) for replacement bulb unit.
« Set POWER to OFF.
1 Press in on both sides of lens
cover and pull straight out and off.
Using Tweezers or needle-nose
pliers, carefully remove bulb.
* Take unit to service center if you
need assistance.
3
Replace bulb using a clean cloth or
tissue.
4 Replace lens cover.
Note:
» Using Light reduces battery operating time.
» Provide proper ventilation when using Light
extensively in hot environment.
* Using Light when the Camcorder is powered
by a car battery may shorten bulb life.
* Set Light to OFF when not in use.
* Handle bulb gently. Excessive force may
cause bulb to crack.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Camera Recording
Simple Recording Before you begin...
- » Connect Camcorder to power source.
Built-in Twin Capsule «Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
2-Way Microphone
1
Set POWER to CAMERA.
Lens Cover opens. EVF
* Be sure POWER PAUSE
is fully turned to
CAMERA
position.
Record/Pause
mode.
Lock into Viewfinder and adjust
Vision Adjustment control to your
eyesight.
Slide TAPE SPEED to SP or SLP
(page 13).
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Press RECORD/PAUSE to start or
pause recording.
REC lamp lights during recording.
Tally lamp also lights if set to ON
(page 32).
RECORD
. Set Power to OFF when finished.
* To remove cassette,
slide TAPE EJECT in Record/
Pause mode. (page 13).
WARNING:
* Do not leave the camcorder with the
EVF aimed directly at the sun. This
may cause damage to the internal
parts of the EVF.
* When Camcorder is aimed at excessively
bright objects, or bright lights, a vertical
bar may appear in the picture. This is
normal for the CCD pick-up. Try to avoid
this when possible.
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Camera Recording
Stand-by Quick Release
If left in RECORD/PAUSE mode for 5 minutes, Camcorder switches to Stand-by mode to
conserve battery. When set to ON, Stand-by Quick Release lets you resume recording by
pressing RECORD/PAUSE two times. New camcorders will default to OFF.
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to select
STAND-BY RELEASEN
RECORD/ STAND-BY RELEASE
PAUSE PROGRAMMED REG GE ve
1 TITLE ; AUTO/MANUAL
TALLY P : ON
LAM
; ON
CLOCK SET
Y
Dé
UP
On
Y
DISPLAY MENU
END —: PUSH MENU KEY
3 Press DISPLAY to select ON/OFF.
2 3, 4 ON: From Stand-by mode,
press RECORD/PAUSE two times
to resume recording.
OFF: From Stand-by mode,
set POWER to OFF, then to
CAMERA,
Press RECORD/PAUSE to record.
4 Press MENU to exit.
22 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Camera Recording
Before you begin...
For a smooth transition between scenes it * Connect Camcorder to power source.
recording is stopped, and then started * Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
within 24 hours.
1 Press RECORD/PAUSE to stop
recording.
2 Set POWER to OFF and leave
cassette in Camcorder.
3 To resume recording, set POWER
to CAMERA,
4 Press RECORD/PAUSE to resume
recording.
Note:
» Use Manual Easy Edit (below) if more than
24 hours before recording is resumed.
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Manual Easy Editing
For proper continuity when taping from
Stop mode or after attaching a new
Battery.
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
1 Set POWER to VCR.
2 O) Press REWIND/SEARCH to
rewind a few seconds of tape.
O Press PLAY to review recording.
O Press STILL where you want to
continue recording.
3 Set POWER to CAMERA.
4 Press RECORD/PAUSE to resume
recording.
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Camera Recording
Before you begin...
Set a recording start and stop time. Or, set — * Connect Camcorder to power source.
. : Use AC Adaptor for longer recordings.
a 5 or 10 second interval recording to be + Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
done each minute. * Set POWER to CAMERA.
Ode
Oy"
DISPLAY MENU
1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to select
TALLY LAMP AO,
ON
STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
clock SET
SELECT: PUSH F/A KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY
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2 Press DISPLAY. (Current time is
displayed.)
Each additional press of DISPLAY
increases start
time by 30 EES ; 10:20PM
. REC TIME ; 10MIN.
minutes.
SELECT: PUSH YA KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
START : PUSH RECORD KEY
CANCEL: PUSH MENU KEY
10:20:00PM
3 Press DOWN Y to select
LULA. Press DISPLAY repeatediy to
select one of the aptions shown at
10MIN. — 20MIN. — 30MIN. ~TO TAPE END the loft
INTERVAL *2 INTERVAL * || CRIS ЛОМ
10SEC/MIN. 55EC/MIN. SELECT: PUSH ¥/& KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
START : PUSH RECORD KEY
CANCEL: PUSH MENU KEY
10:20:D0PM
*1 Interval 5 SEC/MIN:
Record 5 second each minute.
To cancel the setup, press MENU
*2 Interval 10 SEC/MIN: twice.
Record 10 second each minute. 4
Press RECORD/PAUSE to place
Camcorder in stand-by mode.
Note: STAND-BY
* Start time may not be set over 24 hours ce START; 10:50PM
from current time. 10-20:00PM ;
- » Camcorder shuts off at tape end, or 12 JUN 11999
hours after interval Recording starts.
« To cancel. set POWER to OFF Recording will be done as scheduled.
24 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Playing Back Recordings
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Insert recorded tape.
1 Set POWER to VCR.
* |f tape has no record tab, auto
playback begins.
2 Playback function buttons.
O REW(ind) : rewind tape.
O PLAY : play tape.
@ sToP : stop tape.
Special Effects
Quick Visual Search
Search Speed
SP . (Standard Play} : 3 times normal.
SLP (Super Long Play) : 9 times normal.
SET) |
During playback, press:
FF : fast forward search
REW : rewind search
Press again or PLAY for normal play.
Still Picture
Press STILL to freeze picture.
Press again for normal play.
This feature works best in SLP mode
(pages 13, 21).
Note:
* During search, horizontal noise bars will appear. Audio is muted.
* To protect video heads and tape, operating modes will revert as follows after 5 minutes:
Still —— Stand-by
Stand-by ~» Power off (when Battery Pack is used).
* Tape auto-rewinds if played or fast forwarded to end.
Tracking Control
Auto Tracking
Continuously analyzes each recording for
optimum picture quality.
Manual Tracking
Some recordings require manual
adjustment to reduce noise.
Press UP_4 or DOWN Y until Playback
picture clears up.
Press DISPLAY to return to Auto Tracking.
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Playing Back Recordings
TV Playback or Viewing
Connect Camcorder to a TV to view
playback or recordings in progress.
(С TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks. )
TV
To Audio In To Video In
Audio/Video >
Cable
(Supplied)
To Audio/Video Out
ei without AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks. >
To Audio/
Video Ou
y
RF Adaptor
VHF Antenna
300 ohm-75 ohm
transformer
or F Connector
VCR/TV
Selector Back of TV
VHF Connecting
Cable
To VHF Antenna
Terminal
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UHF Antenna
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Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Make all TY-Camcorder connections.
1 Set POWER to:
VCR — view playback.
CAMERA — view picture as it is
recorded.
2 Turn TV ON and set to LINE
INPUT.
See TV owner's manual.
3 Begin playback or recording.
If TV has no VIDEO/AUDIO IN jacks,
connect PY-RF16 RF Adaptor
(optional). Tune TV to CH 3 or 4 to
match RF Adaptor 3/4 switch. Set
Adaptor’s TV/VCR switch to VCR for
playback.
To watch TV only,
turn TV on without AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks
connected (left).
a Set Camcorder POWER to OFF.
b Set RF Adaptor VCR/TV Selector to TV.
C Turn TV ON and select channel.
Г САТУ System Installer
This reminder is provided to call the
CATV system installer’s attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC in USA (and
to the Canadian Electrical Code in
Canada) that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Playing Back Recordings in a VCR
Load Battery in PlayPak
1
Load Detector
Remove Battery lid and insert AA
battery.
* Do not reverse polarity.
* Replace battery when tape loading/
unioading takes longer than usual.
Turn [VHS[H cassette Tape Wheel
in direction of arrow to take up any
slack.
Slide RELEASE to open cassette lid.
Insert the VHS[M cassette with the
window up and on the left, then snap
lid shut.
* Do not obstruct cassette reel while
loading.
* Allow PlayPak Load Detector to fully
retract before using in VHS VCR.
Slide RELEASE and wait for lid to
open.
Push cassette out through hole in
bottom of PlayPak with your finger.
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Copying your Tapes (dubbing)
Connections
Source (Playing)
Camcorder
pe
Audio/Video
Out TV
VHF Connecting
Cable (not supplied}
Recording:
VCR
Ш)
| |
To Audio To Video
In In
Audio/Video Cable
(supplied)
Monitor with your TV
Turn TV on and tune to VCR
channel! (CH3 or CH4).
+ Set VCR/TV Selector on VCR to VCR.
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Before you begin...
*« Make Camcorder-VCR connections
(see left).
* Turn both units on.
* Set VCR input signal to LINE.
Please see VCR owners manual.
* Set Camcorder POWER to VCR.
1
Insert a pre-recorded tape
into Camcorder and a blank tape with
record tab into VCR.
Press PLAY on Camcorder, then
press STILL at starting point.
Press REC, then STILL/PAUSE on
VCR.
Press STILL on Camcorder and
STILL/PAUSE on VCR again to start
copying.
Press STOP on both units to stop
copying. ;
Note:
* Camcorder will only playback tapes
recorded in SP or SLP mode.
« Dubbing may reduce picture quality.
CAUTION:
Unauthorized exchanging and/or
copying of copyrighted recordings may
be copyright infringement.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Power Zoom / Backlight
Before you begin...
» Connect Camcorder to power source,
Zoom in (close up) and out (wide angle) + Set POWER to CAMERA.
in one of four speeds ranging from slow
(16 sec.) to fast (2 sec.). Zoom In (T”)
Zoom Out (“W”)
“Zoom slowly:
Lightly press “T” (telephoto) or “W” (wide
angle) POWER ZOOM button.
Zoom quickly:
Apply more pressure to the button.
Backlight Before you begin... —
. . Connect Camcorder to power source.
Use when subject is darker than ° Р
, . , » Set POWER to CAMERA.
surroundings, in shadowed area, or in front
of the light source.
select the level of backlight compensation.
In normal lighting, press BACKLIGHT
repeatedly until no indicator displayed.
| Press BACKLIGHT while recording to
EVF Indications
— Normal (no display)
BACKLIGHT
First press
(low)
Second press
(medium)
Third press
/ (high)
Fourth press
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MANUAL
FOCUS
Use Manual Focus (MF) when :
* recording through glass.
* lighting is poor.
* subject is far away with objects in foreground.
* subject has distinct horizontal lines.
Macro Focus (close-ups)
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
Camcorder automatically focuses on
subject even during zooming.
Auto Focus is on when “MF” is not
displayed in EVF. Push MANUAL FOCUS
to remove "MF" in EVF if necessary.
* subject is not centered in Viewfinder.
* subject has shiny surface.
* subject is slanted.
* Subject is bright and flat, like a white walt.
* subject has fast motion, like a golf swing.
1 Push MANUAL FOCUS so “MF”
(Manual Focus) appears in EVF.
EVF Indication
MF
2 Hold down “T” (telephoto) on
POWER ZOOM to maximum zoom
in.
3 Turn MANUAL FOCUS until
subject is in focus.
* Back away from subject if necessary.
4 Hold down “W” (wide angle) on
POWER ZOOM as desired.
* Refocus as needed
when aiming at new scenes.
Auto Focus functions up to 1/2 inch (12.7mm) from subject.
Hold down “W” on POWER ZOOM to maximum wide angle.
Bring Camcorder up close to the subject.
30 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
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High Speed Shutter
Improves Still or Slow Motion playback picture of high speed subjects (e.g. a tennis
stroke), when viewed on Camcorder or 3 or 4 head VCR.
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
» Set POWER to CAMERA.
* Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
In AUTO mode (no indication in EVF), shutter speed is auto-adjusted from 1/60 to 1/350
according to subject brightness.
* AUTO mode is selected each time POWER is set to CAMERA.
Manual Selection
The faster the shutter speed, the more light is needed for proper picture and color quality.
High Speed Shutter indication flashes if light is inadequate. Provide additional light.
1 Press HIGH SPEED SHUTTER while
recording.
2 Press repeatedly to change shutter
speed. (See below, left.)
HIGH SPEED
SHUTTER
Note:
No Indication » Provide additional halogen or tungsten
EVF Indications 1/60 light for use indoors or in poor light.
{ Fluorescent light degrades picture.
1/100 * Auto Focus may not function properly if
1 950 high speed shutter is used in inadequate
| light.
1/500 » Setting reverts to AUTO each time
POWER is set to CAMERA.
1/1000
1/2000
1/4000
1/10000
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Tally Lamp
Tally Lamp
The tally lamp can be set to come on or
stay off during recording.
New camcorder's default setting is ON.
DISPLAY MENU
Od
OY
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2
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source,
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
* Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
1
Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to select
TALLY LAMPE
--- MENU --- PAGE 1/2
PROGRAMMED REC
TITLE ; AL
: AUTO/MANU,
; ON
STAND-BY RELEASE ; OFF
CLOCK SET
SELECT: PUSH wa KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END: PUSH MENU KEY
Press DISPLAY to select:
ON — lamp lights during recording.
OFF — lamp stays off.
3 Press MENU to exit.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Fade In/Out
Auto Fade
An interesting way to open and close
scenes.
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DISPLAY MENU
OO
RECORD;
Fade In
Fade Out
BLACK
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source,
+ Set POWER to CAMERA.
1
2
3
4
Fade In:
Press MENU for
MENU mode,
Press UP 4 or
DOWN YF to select! seLeCT: PUSH vía KEY
VIDEO EFFECTS RE BUSH DISPLAY KEY
: PUSH MENU KEY
Press DISPLAY for VIDEO
A PAGE 2/2
TIME LAPSE ; OFF
SECURITY : OFF
VIDED EFFECTS HEF. 3
BLACK
EFFECTS menu. --- VIDED EFFECTS ---
Press UP 4 or EEN
DOWN Y to select
AUTO FADE . SELECT: PUSH Vía KEY
SET : DISPLAY KEY
END PUSH MENU KEY
Press DISPLAY for AUTO FADE ;
COLOR menu. =. AUTO FADE : COLOR >
Press UP A or BLACK
DOWN ¥ to
select BLACK or
WHITE. SELECT: PUSH Vía KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY,
Press DISPLAY to confirm entry.
Press MENU to exit. -
in RECORD/PAUSE mode, press
FADE 50 “FADE” flashes in EVF.
Press RECORD/PAUSE.
Recording starts as picture and
sound gradually fade in.
Fade Out:
While recording, press FADE so
“FADE” flashes in EVF.
Press RECORD/PAUSE.
Picture and sound gradually fade out,
and recording is paused.
If FADE is pressed accidentally, press
again so “FADE” disappears in EVF.
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Fade
Color Digital Fade
Choose from 7 fade effects in 8 different
colors.
O ir
1 , 2. 3 4 5 CC)
DISPLAY MENU
O ©
Indications
— WHT
YEL
RED
BLU
CYN
GRN
— BLK
E For more effects, stop fade in or fade out
at any time (except RANDOM mode) by
pressing FADE. Then, press FADE to
resume fade.
Note:
* Audio is not affected by fade.
* To cancel Digital Fade, do steps 1, 2,
and 5. In step 2, select AUTO FADE.
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Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source,
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
1
2
3
Press MENU for ve apes « oP ACE 22
MENU mode. SECURITY or
Press UP 4 or
DOWN Y to select | seuecr. PusH vía KEY
VIDEO EFFECTS REN
Press DISPLAY --- VIDEO EFFECTS -- -
for VIDEO AUTO FADE
EFFECTS menu. E
Press DOWN Y |. or. ruse via KEY
to select SET: BUSH DISPLAY KEY
DIGITAL FADE}
Press DISPLAY for DIGITAL FADE
menu. Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to
select IE. Press DISPLAY for
TYPE menu. Press UP A or
DOWN Y to select from 7 types.
--- DIGITAL БАОЕ - + += DIGITAL FADE ; ТУРЕ -
; КЗ БОРТ Co SHARP
EJ SHARF STRIPE
COLOR - WHITE на EI MDSAIC 77 RANDAM
=a SCGFT
SELECT : PUSH vía KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY SELECT: PUSH F/a KEY
END —: PUSH MENU KEY ET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY.
4 Press DISPLAY for DIGITAL FADE
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6
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
menu. Press DOWN Y to select
KANN. Press DISPLAY for
COLOR menu. Press UP 4 or
DOWN Y to select from 8 colors.
--- DIGITAL FADE --- -- DIGITAL FADE ; COLOR --
TYPE ; EA SOFT BLUE
YELLOW CYAN
(COLOR ; WHITE — RED GREEN
MAGENTA BLACK
SELECT: PUSH F/A KEY
SET
: PUSH DISPLAY KEY SELECT: PUSH w/a KEY
END —: PUSH MENU KEY SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY,
Press DISPLAY to confirm entry.
Press MENU twice to exit.
Press FADE to fade out during
recording (selected fade type
flashes). Press FADE again to fade
In.
Digital Zoom
Power Zoom magnification is digitally increased. -
Before you begin...
» Connect Camcorder to power source.
» Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 1
Press DIGITAL ZOOM.
D.ZOOM made (150x maximum).
Higher digital magnification levels
may cause picture distortion.
Hold down “T’” on POWER ZOOM.
Digital Zoom starts when normal
zoom reaches maximum (26x).
+ Zoom level appears in EVF.
- POWER ZOOM switch controls
digital zoom level.
Normal zoom resumes when level
falls to 26x.
Press DIGITAL ZOOM to turn oft
Digital Zoom so no indication
appears. :
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Digital E.1.S.
Digital Electronic Image
Stabilization (E.I.S.
Helps stabilize picture when recording in
unstable situations.
EIS
( Digital EIS ON)
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Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
2
Press ElS to display “ElS” in the
EVF. ,
* Image becomes slightly enlarged
and shutter speed auto-adjusts from
1/80 to 1/350 according to
brightness.
* Use High Speed Shutter (page 31)
if needed. Shutter speed setting
remains after EIS is canceled.
Press EIS again te cancel when not
In use.
E.l.S. may not function during...
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
* extreme Camcorder movement.
* recording of subject with distinct
horizontal or vertical stripes.
* low light situations (EIS indicator
flashes).
* intense fluorescent lighting situations.
* recording of very fast motion.
Security Mode
Od
OY
DISPLAY MENU
OO
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DERN,
Motion Security may mistakenly start
when:
. « background is plain, like a white wall, or
has distinct vertical, horizontal, or slanted
stripes, like a venetian blind.
» brightness suddenly changes.
Motion Security may not start when:
* motion is very slow or fast.
* moving object is very small.
« motion occurs only in 1 corner of viewing
area.
* in poor lighting {in this case, MOTION
SECURITY flashes).
* background is plain, like a white wall, or
has distinct horizontal or vertical stripes.
Note:
* Security recording starts if Camcorder is
bumped or repositioned.
* This feature is not available during normal
recording.
* While in Security stand-by, the
following functions are not available:
Record/Pause, Stand-by mode, Digital
E.1.S., Time Lapse, Auto Fade, Digital
Fade.
Before you begin...
» Connect Camcorder to power source.
Use AC Adaptor for longer recordings.
* Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
* Securely position and aim Camcorder.
1 Press MENU for
MENU mode.
Press UP 4 or
DOWN Y to select SELECT : PUSH Y/a KEY
SECURITYH SET: PUSH DISPLAY KEY
: PUSH MENU KEY
AGE 2/2
de F
TIME LAPSE ; OFF
SECURITY Me
VIDEO EFFECTS ; FADE
2 Press DISPLAY for SECURITY
menu. Press
DOWN Y to select
MOTION BEES
DISPLAY to
confirm entry. — [$85 AS ey
--- SECURITY MODE ---
OFF
3 Press MENU for Motion Security
stand-by mode. (If cassette
is not inserted, “[gg]” will flash.)
REC
MOTION MOTION
SECURITY <= SECURITY
STAND-BY
* Recording will start about 3 seconds
after motion is detected.
* Date and time are recorded if
displayed in EVF (page 19).
* Recording stops 30 seconds after
motion ceases.
To cancel Security Mode, set Power to
OFF.
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Time Lapse
This feature reduces tape speed to 1/3 SLP for long term period recording (up to 6 hours
with TC-40 tape).
Di
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DISPLAY MENU
OO
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In Time Lapse mode...
* Picture quality is degraded.
* Video noise may occur during playback.
* SP/SLP, titles, and 10-Second Reminder
Will not be displayed.
* Intervat REC is not availabie.
* During playback, vertical jitter may occur
depending on monitor used. It may also
occur in the color-EVF.
r IMPORTANT:
* Time Lapse recording system is not
part of VHS standard. Therefore, time
lapse recordings should be played
back on Camcorder only.
* Recordings other than time lapse may
be played back on any [VHS[»
camcorder or VCR.
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For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
Use AC Adaptor for longer recordings.
* Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
+ Set POWER to CAMERA.
» Slide TAPE SPEED to SLP.
1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to select
TIME LAPSE}
AGE 2/2
A P
; OFF
SECURITY _ : OFF
VIDEO EFFECTS ; FADE
BLACK
SELECT : PUSH Y/A KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY
2 Press DISPLAY to select ON.
TIME LAPSE; ON
Records at 1/3 SLP speed (up to 6°
hours). Playback will be normal SLP
speed. Sound is muted.
3 Press MENU to exit.
4 Start recording (page 21).
T.LAPSE
TIME LAPSE
AUDIO WILL NOT RECORD
To cancel Time Lapse, select OFF in step
2 above.
Note:
* |f Time Lapse mode is-selected, the
following functions are not available:
Security.
Intelligent Titler
Automatic Title
Camcorder auto-displays title greeting on
selected holidays when power is first
turned on. See title list on page 40.
Od
Oo
DISPLAY MENU
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
* Set POWER to CAMERA.
* Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP 4 or DOWN Y to select
TITLES
--- MENU --- PAGE 12
PROGRAMMED RÈC
; AUTO/MANUAL
5
END .: PUSH MENU KEY
Press DISPLAY to select AUTO/
MANUAL.
Press MENU to exit.
To record the title, press RECORD/
PAUSE.
a © ©
Press TITLE to remove title during
recording.
Note:
* Once removed, title will not be
auto-displayed. To redisplay, or select
from other titles use Manual Title
(page 40).
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Intelligent Titler
Automatic/Manual Title Display List
Dec. 31-Jan. 1
HAPPY NEW YEAR! / CHEERS!
Feb. 14
VALENTINE'S DAY / BE MY VALENTINE
2nd Sunday in May
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY / WE LOVE YOU!
Last Monday in May
MEMORIAL DAY
3rd Sunday in Jun.
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY / WE LOVE YOU!
Jul. 4
INDEPENDENCE DAY
1st Monday in Sep.
LABOR DAY
Oct. 31
HAPPY HALLOWEEN
4th Thursday in Nov.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Dec. 24-25
MERRY CHRISTMAS / HO! HO! HO!
These Titles must be
displayed manually.
HAPPY EASTER
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
VACATION
WEDDING DAY
A SPECIAL DAY
Manual Title
Before you begin...
» Connect Camcorder to power source.
+ Set POWER to CAMERA.
* Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
1 Confirm that TITLE: AUTO/MANUAL
is set in Menu mode (steps 1-3,
page 39).
2 In Pause {Record mode), press
TITLE repeatedly to display titles
from list above.
3 To record the title, Press RECORD/
PAUSE.
4 Press TITLE while recording to
remove title.
Note:
* TO redisplay title, press TITLE in
Pause (Record mode).
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Intelligent Titler
Before you begin...
* Connect Camcorder to power source.
123 Oir » Set POWER to CAMERA.
; y De + Insert cassette with record tab (page 13).
т
DISPLAY MENU
O OJ 1 Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press UP 4A or DOWN Y to select
TITLE Y
--- MENU --- PAGE 17
PROGRAMMED REC
; PHRASE
TALLY LAMP : ON
STAND-BY AELEASE ; OFF
CLOCK SET
Y
SELECT: PUSH Y/a KEY
SET : PUSH DISPLAY KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY
Press DISPLAY to select PHRASE.
Press MENU to exit.
In Pause (Record mode), press
TITLE repeatediy to display phrases |
from list below, left. ~
To record the phrases, Press
RECORD/PAUSE.
ON = WN
remove phrase.
=
Press TITLE while recording to
Note:
{
(no indication) * To redisplay phrase, press TITLE in
BEAUTIFUL Pause (Record mode).
}
BRAVO!
CHEERS!
CONGRATULATIONS
GIMME A BREAK!
GOOD LUCK
| LOVE YOU
OOPS!
OUR LITTLE ANGEL
WAY TO GO
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Electronic Viewfinder Indications
Tape remaining and battery charge leve! can be displayed.
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to
select the following displays.
First
press
Fifth
press
(Initial screen)
1X SP
REC
Fourth Second
press press
Battery Tape
Remaining: Remaining:
-Lal- (No tape)
LE pee ae FULL
PT
» Tape remaining indicator operates a few
seconds after tape starts moving.
Ш
Ш
Recording the Date and Time
1 Do steps 1 and 2 above to select
time/date, date only, or no display. id a ces em SP
2 Start a recording (page 21).
* Only the Date and/or Time are 120000
. JAN 115899
recorded.
Display-Off Mode
No indication, except Intelligent Titler (pages 39-41), will be
displayed.
Press DISPLAY and STOP together over 1 second.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly to remove time/date.
Indications are restored when Camcorder is turned oft, and then
on again.
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For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Electronic Viewfinder Indications
CAMERA/VCR mode
—
Fa
12:00:00AM
JAN 1 1999
_
1 Battery Remaining es (page 42)
“WARNING LOW BATTERY" appears
and External Power Lamp starts flashing
15 seconds before Camcorder shutoff.
2 Tape Remaining
« if cassette is not inserted or has no
record tab in Camera (RECORD)
mode, “[aa]” flashes 1 minute and
“CHECK TAPE” appears 5 seconds
before Camcorder shutoff.
As end of tape is reached, “[es}”
flashes and “TAPE END” appears 5
seconds before Camcorder shutoff.
3 10-Second Reminder
Each time a recording is started, a 10
second incremental display (up to 59:50)
lets you monitor how long one scene is
recorded.
0:00 0:10 0:20 ..... 59:50
|
(return to 0:00 and continue)
4 TAPE SPEED (pages 13, 21, 38)
5
(SP=standard play, SLP=super long
play, TLAPSE=time lapse).
Operating Mode
REC (record)
PAUSE
FF (fast forward)
PLAY
REW (rewind)
MON |
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Electronic Viewfinder Indications
CAMERA/VCR mode
( в
2 | [15006 [e] 1 (0:20[S LP
a —| [EIS 1710000 1 |-9
—| 10.200M] 3DIMFTO: _ 40
4,5,6,7 + ——ZVCR-MODE!| =
FADE [13
JAN 1 1999 ESA 14
1 Zoom Magnification level (page 29). 9 Backlight (page 29).
2 Digital E.I.S. (page 36). 10 Manual Focus (page 30).
3 Digital Zoom (page 35). 11 Light ON/OFF (page 20).
4 VCR-MODE 12 High Speed Shutter (page 31).
Appears 1 minute when POWER is 13 Fade (page 33).
set to VCR or if RECORD/PAUSE is 14
pressed in VCR mode.
5 DEW
If moisture condensation occurs in
unit, “WARNING DEW DETECTED”
appears, Power Lamp flashes, and
Camcorder will shutoff in 15 seconds.
Wait until iamp no longer flashes when
Camcorder is turned on to use.
Time Lapse (page 38).
Security Mode (page 37).
8 Date and Time (page 19).
Color Digital Fade (page 34).
~ ©
44 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Operation Notes
Attaching Optional Filters and Lenses
Remove the Lens Hood by turning it counterclockwise.
Then attach an optional filter or lens.
* Be careful not to touch the lens itself.
* Replace the Lens Hood after removing the accessory.
Lens Hood Area Operation Caution
With a Wide or Telephoto conversion lens (optional) attached, the four corners of the
screen may darken when zoom is set to maximum wide angle.
When attaching the lens hood, a Wide or Telephoto conversion lens (optional), etc. after
a filter (optional) has been attached, the four corners of the screen may darken when
zoom is set to maximum wide angle.
With two filters (optional) attached, the four corners of the screen may darken when zoom
Is set to maximum wide angle.
Cleaning EVF (Electronic Viewfinder)
To Remove
(Side view) If] | 1 Slide and hold Eyepiece RELEASE
Aa 1 button.
/
mm 1 2 Slide the Eyepiece as shown. (DO
(Top view) | NOT TWIST)
3 Remove lint or dust with lens blower
(available where photography
accessories are sold). Do NOT touch
lens with fingers. Then, replace
Eyepiece.
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Replacing Clock Battery
The clock battery is pre-installed. Follow the steps below if replacement becomes
necessary.
WARNING:
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep
away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
Clock Battery |
Tripod Mounting Hole
While pinching 2 tabs, pull Battery
Tray out.
Bend 1 tab to remove Battery.
Snap new Battery (© mark down)
into Battery Tray.
Underside View - Do not reverse the polarity.
4 Insert Battery Tray so the triangle
@ marks meet.
2 L Note:
* Keep Battery out of children's reach.
Swallowing it may be harmful.
3 = * Improperly installed, discharged, or
missing battery causes “CLOCK
BATTERY" to appear when DISPLAY is
pressed.
Battery life is approximately 5 years.
46 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Palmcorder Accessory System
For ordering instructions, see the Accessory Order Form page.
* The listed standard battery use times are based on continuous recording using this
Palmcorder.
Accessory # Fiqure Description Price
PV-A17 AC Adaptor with $130.00
DC Power Cable
HHR-V214 6.0Ah / 6 hr Battery Pack| $200.00
with Universal Battery
Charger
P-V215 3.0Ah / 3 hr Battery Pack| $60.00
PV-BP17/ 2.4Ah / 2 hr 30 min $50.00
P-V214 Battery Pack
PV-BP18/ 1.8Ah/2 hr $45.00
P-V611 Battery Pack
PV-BP15/ 1.2Ah / 1 hr 10 min $45.00
P-V213 Battery Pack
РУ-ААб "AA" Battery Case $20.00
PV-C16 Car Battery Cord $70.00
PV-RF16 RF Adaptor $40.00
PV-P1 VHS PlayPak $35.00
PV-H18 Soft Sided $49.00
Carrying Case
Palmcorder Accessory Order Form
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 5.00
Total Enclosed |
3. Method of payment {check one)
[1 Check or Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)
OJ VISA Credit Card # _
[] MasterCard Expiration Date
[1] Discover Customer Signature
Make Check or Money Order to: MATSUSHITA ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash)
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)
Ship To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First Last Phone #:
Day ( )
Street Address
Night ( )
City State Zip
TO OBTAIN ANY OF QUR OMNIMOVIE/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
48 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Specifications
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Video Signal:
Video Recording System:
Audio:
Pick-Up System:
Pick-Up Device:
Lens:
Viewfinder:
Minimum Illumination Required:
Operating Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:
Dimensions:
Compact VHS Camcorder: DC 6V
AC Adaptor: 110/120/220/240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Battery: Nickel-Cadmium Type DC 6V
Compact VHS Camcorder: 6V DC 6.0 W (Max. 9.0 W)
AC Adaptor: 24W
1.2W (when not in use.)
EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal
2 rotary heads plus flying erase head. Helical scanning
system
1 track
Sequential color difference field reverse system
One integral color filter Charge Coupled Device (CCD)
26:1 zoom lens, F1:1.6 with auto iris contro!
Focal length: 3.8mm - 98.8mm
4 speed power zoom function
Lens filter diameter: 49mm
0.5 inch (12.7mm) Liquid Crystal color Electronic Viewfinder
0.8 Ix (F1:1.6) 0.08 footcandies
7 Ix (F1:1.6) 0.7 footcandles (EIA Standard)
32°F~104°F (0°C~40°C)
10%-75%
Compact VHS Camcorder: 1.9 Ibs,
0.89 kg
0.77 Ibs.
0.35 kg
Compact VHS Camcorder: ‚
4 (W) x 4-5/8 (H) x 7-1/8 (D) inch
100 (W) x 118 (Н} х 180 (D) mm
AC Adaptor: 2-3/4 (W) x 1-5/8 (H) x 5-3/4 (D} inch
70(W)x 41 (H)x 145 (D)mm
AC Adaptor:
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Before Requesting Service
If a problem arises, you may be able to correct it yourself.
See Symptom and Correction list below.
Symptom
Correction
No picture in EVF …
» Connect Power Source. (pp. 10, 12)
+ Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. (pp. 21, 25)
* Check for Dew Indication. (p. 44)
* Use fully charged Battery. (p. 10)
* Firmly connect all needed cables. (p. 26)-
Video cassette cannot be inserted ...
* Connect Power Source. (pp. 10, 12)
* Insert cassette, window side facing out. (p. 13)
Video cassette cannot be removed …
* Connect Power Source, (pp. 10, 12)
Operation buttons do not work ...
+ Check for Dew Indication. (p, 44)
Recording cannot be done ...
» Make sure record tab is intact, {p. 13)
» Check Battery Indicator. (p. 42)
* Check for Dew Indication. (p. 44)
Auto Focus does not operate ...
* Set FOCUS to AUTO. (p. 30)
* Set POWER to CAMERA. (p. 21)
Sound from microphone can't be monitored ...
« Set unit to REC or Record/Pause mode.
Camera picture is too dark ...
* Turn HIGH SPEED SHUTTER off. {(p. 31)
No playback picture, or the playback
picture i$ noisy or contains streaks ...
* Press UP A/DOWN Y button during playback (Tracking
Control). (p.25)
Playback picture is fast, and there is no
sound ...
* Set TIME LAPSE to OFF in Menu mode. {p. 38)
“Panasonic ITS TAPES PLAY IN YOUR VCR..."
appears in EVF and LCD Monitor …
* Set POWER to CAMERA, then hold down STOP over
5 seconds to exit Demo mode. (p. 7)
Top of playback picture waves back and forth
excessively …
* À playback signal is not as stable as an off the air TV
signal, so the top of your TV screen may appear bent or
unstable during playback. This is called, “Horizontal
AFC time constant change.” To correct, slowly turn the
TV horizontal hold control. If you TV does not have this
control, or adjusting it does not help, contact your TV
service center. (Some nominal service charges may he
required.)
Video Head Cleaning
While head cleaning is normally not needed, playing old or
damaged tapes may clog the heads. When playback picture
resembles example at the left, head cleaning is required.
Ideally, head cleaning should be performed by a qualified
+ service technician. When this is not possible, purchase a
Clogged Video Head
head cleaning cassette. Be sure to follow cleaning cassette
instructions exactly and only use when symptoms occur.
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For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Request for Service Notice
Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice.
In the unlikely event this product needs service.
« Please include your proof of purchase.
Request for Service Notice: (Failure to due 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
1705 N. Randall Road
Elgin, IL. 60123-7847
Attn: Camcorder Repair
MON JO
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Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company, Division of
Company, Division of Matsushita Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Electric Corporation of America Ave. 65 de Infantería. Km. 9.5
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto
New Jersey 07094 Rico 00985
PANASONIC/QUASAR Video Products
Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to
as “the Warrantor”) will repair this product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, in the USA
or Puerto Rico, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows (all time periods
commence from the date of the original purchase):
PRODUCT PARTS LABOR
CAMCORDER ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CCD IMAGE SENSOR NINETY (90) DAYS
CCD IMA -
VCR — ONE (1) YEAR _NINETY (90) DAYS
AN MIXER ONE (1) YEAR
MONITOR-VCR ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CRT NINETY (90) DAYS
CRT - TWO (2) YEARS CRT- NINETY (90) DAYS
CUSTOMER PAYS ALL
LABOR CHARGES
AFTER 90 DAYS
Monitor-VCR In-home or carry-in Service: 22” (diagonal) CRT / LCD and Larger
Monitor-VCR Carry-in Service: 21” (diagonal) CRT / LCD and smaller
Batteries (if included) - New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable
batteries for ten (10) days. Non-rechargeable batteries are not warranted.
rape Aneluded) - New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for
ive ays.
In-home, carry-in or mail-in service, as applicable, in the USA can be obtained during the warranty
period by contactin a Panasonic Services Com any (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the
Service Directory. Or call toll free 1-800-211-PANA(7262), to locate an authorized PASC
Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period
by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory.
This warranty is extended only to the orginal purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of the
date of the original purchase is required before warranty service is rendered,
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during
normal use and does not cover normal maintenance, including, but not limited to, video and audio
head cleaning. The warranty does not cover damage which occurs in shipment, or failures which
are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident,
misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, fauity installation, set-
up adjustments, improper antenna, inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of consumer controls,
improper operation, power line surge, improper voitage supply, lightning damage, commercial use
such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by
anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter, or damage that
is attributable to acts of God.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSION
There are no express warranties except as listed above. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCTS, OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THE WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET
FORTH ABOVE. 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 above exclusions or
limitations 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 Customer
Satisfaction Center at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company address above.
SERVICE CALLS WHICH DO NOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP AS
DETERMINED BY THE WARRANTOR, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, ARE NOT COVERED.
COSTS OF SUCH SERVICE CALLS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER.
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52 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Warranty
For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and
all Customer Service inquiries please contact:
1-800-211-PANA(7262), Monday-Friday 9am-9pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-7am, EST.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your
nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.
Accessory Purchases:
1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only )
Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(6 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST)
(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)
CALIFORNIA
6550 Katella Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630
800 Dubuque Avenue
5, San Francisco
CA 94080
20201 Sherman Way
Suite 102
Canoga Park, CA 91306
3878 Ruffin Road
Suite A
San Diego, CA 92123
COLORADO
1840 South Abilene
Street Suite D
Aurora, CO 80012
FLORIDA
3700 North 29th Avenue
Suite 102
Hollywood, FL 33020
‚ Product Repairs
MAIL TO :
Centralized Factory Servicenter
Panasonic Services Company
1705 N. Randall Road,
Elgin, IL 60123-7847
Attention: Camcorder Repair
Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elgin centralized repair Factory
Servicenter. While there will be added handling delays, you may bring your unit to one of the
following locations who will then forward the unit to Elgin for repair.
Customer's in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”).
Factory Servicenters Locations
GEORGIA
8655 Roswell Road
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30350
ILLINOIS
9060 Golf Road
Niles, IL 60714
1703 North Randall Road
Elgin, IL 60123
(Pick-up/drop-otf only)
MARYLAND
62 Mountain Road
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
MASSACHUSETTS
60 Glacier Drive
Suite G
Westwood, MA 02090
MICHIGAN
37048 Van Dyke Avenue
Sterling Heights,
MI 48312
MINNESOTA
7850-12th Avenue South
Airport Business Center
Bloomington, MN 55425
OHIO
2236 Waycross Road
Civic Center Plaza
ForestPark, OH 45240
PENNSYLVANIA
2221 Cabot Blvd. West
Suite B
Langhorne, PA 19047
Chartiers Valley
Shopping Center
1025 Washington Pike
Bridgeville, PA 15017
TENNESSEE
3800 Ezell Road
Suite 806
Nashville, TN 37211
TEXAS
7482 Harwin Drive
Houston, TX 77036
13615 Welch Road
Suite 101
Farmers Branch, TX
75244
WASHINGTON
20425-B4th Avenue
South
Kent, WA 98032
HAWAI
99-859 Iwaiwa Street
Alea, Hawaii 96701
Phone (808) 488-1996
Fax (808) 486-4369
Service in Puerto Rico
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infanteria. Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910
Index
A
AC Adaptor 12
Accessories (Optional) 47
Accessories (Supplied) 2
Audio/Video Cable 26, 28
Audio/Video Out 26, 28
Auto Daylight -
Saving Time 18
B
Backlight 29
BACKLIGHT Button 29
Battery Pack 8, 10, 11
BATTERY RELEASE
Button 10
Built-in Twin Capsule
2-Way Microphone
System 21
С
Camera Recording
21, 22, 23, 24
Car Battery Cord 12
Charging Battery 10
Clock Battery 46
Clock Set 17, 18, 19
Copying your Tapes 28
D
DC IN 12
DC Power Cable 12
Digital E.I.S. 36
DIGITAL ZOOM Button 35
DISPLAY Button
15, 17, 18, 19, 22, 24,
25, 32, 33, 34, 37, 38,
39, 41, 42
Display-off Mode 42
E
EIS Button 36
Electronic Viewfinder 45
Electronic Viewfinder
Indications 42, 43, 44
F
Fade 33, 34
FADE Button 33, 34
FAST FORWARD/
SEARCH Button 25
Focus 30
54
H
Hand Strap
High Speed Shutter
HIGH SPEED
SHUTTER Button
L
14
31
31
21
20
20
30
41
16
30
24
21
46
Lens Cover
Light
LIGHT Switch
M
MANUAL FOCUS Wheel
MENU Button
15, 17, 18, 19, 22, 24,
32, 33, 34, 37, 38, 39,
MENU Mode 15,
P
PLAY Button 9,
Playback 25, 26,
PlayPak
Power Lamp
Power Supply 10, 11,
POWER Switch
7, 8, 9, 21,
POWER ZOOM Switch
29,
Programmed Recording
R
RECORD/PAUSE Button
9,
Replacing Battery
Request for
Service Notice
REWIND/SEARCH Button
9,
RF Adaptor
5
Safety Precautions
Security Mode
Self Demo Mode
Shoulder Strap
Specifications
STILL Button
Still Picture
STOP Button
7, Y
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25
26
25
For assistance, cali 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
T
Tab 13
Tally Lamp 32
TAPE EJECT Switch
8, 13
TAPE SPEED Selector
13, 21
Time Lapse 38
TITLE Button 39, 40, 41
Titler 39, 40, 41
Tracking Control 25
Tripod Mounting Hole 46
U -
UP 4/DOWN Y Button
15, 25
\
VHF Connecting Cable
26, 28
Video Cassettes (tapes) 13
Video Head Cleaning 50
Viewing 26
Vision Adjustment Control 21
W
Warranty 52, 53
Z
Zoom 29, 35
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia Para Uso Rapido
Antes de comenzar...
* Inserte un casete con lengúeta para prevención del grabado,
Carqgue la batería
Cargue completamente la batería antes de usarla.
2 Inserte la batería.
La lámpara CHARGE se
enciende y se apaga al
terminar de cargar.
Desmonte la batería.
Inserte el casete
2 Deslice TAPE EJECT para abrir la
compuerta.
1 Coloque la batería cargada.
3 Inserte el casete.
4
Presione aquí para cerrar la compuerta.
Grabación con la videocámara
1 Ajuste POWER a CAMERA.
PAUSE
VCR op CAMERA 2 =
> Presione RECORD/PAUSE para (=
comenzar la grabacion.
Presione RECORD/PAUSE otra
vez para hacer una pausa en la
grabación.
REC PAUSE
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Antes de comenzar...
* Conecte la fuente de alimentación de la videocámara (batería o adaptador de CA)
* Inserte un casete con lengileta para prevención del grabado.
Reproduzca usando el Color EVF
2 Presione STILL
REWIND/ e
SEARCH para '
rebobinar la N 3
cinta. N Presione
PLAY para
comenzar la
reproduccion.
4 Presione STOP
para finalizar la
reproducción.
Reproduccion con efectos especiales
Para localizar rapidamente una escena especifica
* Oprimir el botón de localización (SEARCH).
Para congelar una imagen
* Oprimir el botón de pausa/imagen fija (PAUSE/STILL).
* Oprimir nuevamente el botón cuando se desea continuar reproduciendo.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company,
Company, Division of Matsushita Division of Matsushita Electric of
Electric Corporation of America Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
New Jersey 07034 San Gabriel Industria! Park P
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Printed in Japan
VOTW0737A 1999