Panasonic NVS90B Operating instructions

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Miscellaneous/
Care of Unit
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index
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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this
product, please read these instructions completely,
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Dear Customer s We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic
Movie Camera.
Please read these Operating instructions carefully and keep them handy for future
reference.
Information for Your Safety
IMPORTANT
YOUR ATTENTION iS DRAWN TO THE FACT
THAT RECORDING OF PRE-RECORDED
TAPES OR DISCS OR OTHER PUBLISHED
OR BROADCAST MATERIAL MAY INFRINGE
COPYRIGHT LAWS.
WARNING
7 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
— HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
— EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
; FOR YOUR SAFETY
7 M DO NOT REMOVE THE OUTER COVER.
- To prevent electric shock, do not remove the
cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
Caution for AC mains lead
For your safety, please read the following text
carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three-pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A S-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please
ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating
of 5 amperes and it is approved by ASTA or
BS! to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark @ or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you
must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be
used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased
from your local Panasonic Dealer.
= IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUGS |
= UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the
wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified
electrician.
E IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral 1 LI
Brown: Live —_— =
As the colours of the wires in the mains iead of
this appliance may not correspond with the =
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows: =
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The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is =
marked with the letter L. or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these
wires be connected to the earth terminal of the
three pin plug, marked with the letter E or the
Earth Symbol L .
E Before use
Remove the Connector Cover as follows.
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Ш How to replace the Fuse
1. Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver.
Fuse Cover —
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2-—FHeplace the fuse and attach the Fuse
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY. a
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE"
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE
SOCKET.
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Contents
Making People Stand out Sharply from the
Background ................. oo, 34
Basic Operations Filming Dark Scenes More Brightly .......... 34
Fading In the Picture and Sound ............ 36
Check List for the Standard Accessories ...... 3 Fading Out the Picture and Sound .......... 36
Controls and Functicns ................... 4 Adjusting the Shutter Speed and Iris ......... 36
Using the AC Adaptor as Power Supply Digital Gain-up Function .................. 38
Unit.122 228 0 ee sa eu a aa ana ae see menu en 6 Digital Zoom Function .................... 38
Waiching Pictureona TV Set .............. 6 Digital Strobe Function ................... 38
To Power Movie Camera ON/OFF .......... 8 Digital Image Stabilizer Function . . .......... 38
Inserting the Video Cassette ............... 8 Fading Over from the Last Recorded Scene
Adjusting the Viewfinder . . ................. 8 to the Next (Digital Wipe) .......... 40
Inserting the Button-Type Battery ........... 10 Fading Over from the Last Recorded Scene
Setting the Dateand Time ................ 10 to the Next (Digital Mix} ................. 40
Inserting and Deleting the Date and Time ..... 12 Checking the End of the Recorded Scene .. .. 42
Starting Filming (Recording) . ............. 12 Locating a Point Where You Wish to Add
Making the Subject Larger or Smaller During aNewScene ............... cov... 42
Fiming cee see 12 Adjusting the Tracking. . .................. 42
Using the Tape Counter Indication ........... 14 Using the Power Save Functons ........... 44
Using the Memory Function ................ 14
Confirming the Remaining Tape Time ........ 14 E a
Quick Reference Guide te the Indications Options/Editing
inthe Viewfinder ................... .... 16 ОИ
Playing Back on the Viewfinder orthe TV ...20 Using the Car Battery Cord (Optional) ....... 46
Rewinding of Fast-Forwarding the Tape ...... 20 Playing back on a TV Set with 21 pin Scart
Using the Cue, Review and Still Playback Terminal . ............ .. 0... 0... ... 46
Functions During Normal Playback......... 20 Editing a Previously Recorded Tape ......... 47
Playing Back on VIR, use the Supplied Using the VITC Function .................. 49
Cassette Adaptor ............ee=—eeveo. 22 Using the Audio Dubbing Function .......... 50.
Optional Accessories .................... 51
MisceHaneous/Care of Unit
Charging the Battery Pack ............... 24 BA |
Attaching the Charged Battery Pack ......... 24 Adjusting the Length of the Grip Belt ....... ‚ 52
Filming with he Auto Focus Made ........... 26 Attaching the Shoulder Strap .............. 52
Fiiming with the Manual Focus Mode ......... 26 Storage 1.222000 244444 a a 4 a 2 24 84 4 a ea 440 52
Filming with Automatic White Balance Cleaning the Viewfinder .................. 53
Adjustment ......... 2... rear... 28 Preventing Accidental Erasure of e.
Filming with Manual White Balance Recordings -......... seee sean exe ene. 53
Adjustment ........ . eee. 28 Before Requesting Service ................ 54
Colour Temperature and White Balance ...... 30 Cautions .,..e.e..eeeeescrerrs re rrarezw A. 25
Using the Menu Function . _................ 32 Condensation .........e 5 вузу ковка бока вне а 56
Filming a Still Picture for 5 Seconds Questions 6 Answers ........—-—-—.-resrexwer- 57
(Snapshot) .. 121414141100 11111240 32 Index ...1220200 20 ee eee ve ee ee ee es eu eee = 62
Filming Fast-Moving Subjects... ........... 34 Specifications ............. ome... Back Cover
Check List for the Standard Accessories
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„= AC Adaptor Set ||| AP eee» Cassette Adaptor
; AC Adaptor <> Battery 0)
(VSK0317) i Ng (R6)
; Mains Cable :
; (VJAO0733) и Audio/Video Cable
' DC Input Cable (VJA0788)
| (VJA0769) 21 pin Adaptor
A UE (VFAQ151)
Battery Pack S-Video Cable
(VJA0658)
(VSBO190) Button-Type Battery
eWhen puréhasing an additional AC Adaptor, (CR2032)
For Purchasing additional Battery Packs, (VFC1757)
\ see the list of optional accessories on p. 51. J
Advanced Operations
Basic Operations
ne/Editing
Miscellaneous/ O
Care of Unit
Index
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Controls and Functions
For more details. see the pages indicated in brackets.
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1 Microphone 17 IDC iN] Socket (p. 5)
2 Infra-Red Sensor (p. 28) 18 [SHUTTERARIS) Button (p. 37)
3 Lens Cap (p. 8, 28) 19 [DATE/TIME/SHIFT - € TRACKING] Button
. {p. 10, 43)
4 Focus Ring (p. 27) Press this button to adjust the tracking, or to
5 [FOCUS] Button (p. 26) advance to the next item during the setting of
6 [SHUTTERARIS] Control (p. 36) the date and time.
7 [AE] Dial (p. 13. 26, 28, 35, 36) 20 [DATE/TIME/SET- TRACKING D] Button
Use this dial to select the desired AE made (p. 10, 43)
e Press this Button to adjust the tracking. or to
8 [FADE] Button (p. 36) set the correct date and time.
9 [DATE/TIME] Button (p. 10) 21 [POWER SAVE] Switch (p. 44)
e ,Ç Wren this Swiich is set to "ON”. the Power
10 Digital Dial (p. 38, 40) a y
Turn this dial to select the desired digital Save Function will be activated.
function. 22 [AUDIO SELECT] Switch {p. 50)
11 [W.B] Button (p. 29)
Manual White Balance Button
12 Eyecup (p. 53)
13 [PHONES] Socket (p. 20)
14 [VIDEO OUT] Socket (p. 6) )
15 [RF DC OUT] Socket
To playback via a TV Set without AV Input
Socket, connect this Socket to the RF IN
Socket of the TV Set using an RF Adaptor
(optional).
16 [AUDIO OUT] Sockets (p. 6)
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23 Viewfinder (p. 16) 35 [REW/<«]1 Button (p. 20, 42)
24 Eyepiece Corrector Ring (p. 9) She iis Button:
25 Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 52) e Review
26 [BATTERY EJECT] Lever (p. 25) Camera qe
28 [W-T] Zoom Lever (p. 13) 37 [ITEM/PAUSE] Button (p. 21, 32)
29 Record Start/Stop Button (Red) (p. 13) 38 [RESET] Button (p. 14)
30 [EJECT] Lever (p. 8) 39 [G-)/FF] Button (p. 20, 37)
31 Cassette Compartment Use thts Button:
eCue
32 Grip Belt (p. 52) FF (Fast-Forwarding)
33 [MIC] Socket eCamera Search
To record sound with an external microphone
(optional). connect it to the [MIC] Socket.
(Connecting an external microphone
automatically disconnects the built-in
microphone.) Ensure that the microphone
conforms with the following requirements:
se Connection Cable; M3-type plug
eimpedance: less than 4.7 kohm
» Type: Stereo-type
(If a mono-type microphone is connected,
ne sound will be recorded on the right
channel).
e Sensitivity: Approx. —70 dB
ePower Source: Type that does not require
à power source
34 [COUNTER] Button (p. 14)
40
41
42
43
45
46
47
49
[MENU/PLAY] Button (p. 21, 32)
[SET/STOP] Button (p. 21, 33)
“VTR” Indication Lamp (p. 20)
[VTR/CAMERA] Button (p. 20)
Press this Button to select the “VTR” Mode
or the "CAMERA" Mode.
“CAMERA” Indication Lamp (p. 12)
ES-VIDEO OUT] Socket (p. 7)
[NEW EDIT El Socket (p. 48)
[POWER] ON/OFF Switch (p. 8)
Button-Type Battery Compartment {p. 10)
This Compartment holds the supplied
Button-Type Battery (CR 2032).
Tripod Receptacie
Attach a Tripod (optional) to this Receptacie.
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Using the AC Adaptor as Power
Supply Unit
To use the Movie Camera with the Battery Pack, itis
necessary to charge the Battery Pack first. (p. 24)
520 — i 4 ic A {DC OUT] Socket
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< [DC IN] DC input Cable
2. Socket
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Watching Picture on a TV set
(Using the Audio/Video Cable
or S-Video Cable)
Connect after turning off the Movie Camera and the TV
Set.
To
Video
input
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¡Audio input:
wr Socket (L} °
(White) |
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i Audio/Video Cable
(supplied)
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Connect the Movie Camera to the TV set.
Cautions for the AC Adaptor
m Cautions tor Use
e Before connecting the AC Adaptor to an AC mains
socket confirm that the voltage and frequency on the
rating plate match the local AC mains voltage and
frequency. (The AC Adaptor can be used within a
voltage range of AC 100 V-240 V. and a frequency of
50 or 60 Hz.)
® Do not handle the AC Adaptor with wet hands.
H Caution for Cleaning
Before cleaning the AC Adaptor, make sure that it is
disconnected from the AC mains socket.
Remarks, etc.
Plug into
AC mains
outlet,
into AC Adaptor.
Mains Cable |
oWhen the AC Adaptor is used to supply the Movie
Camera with power. remove the Battery Pack from the
AC Adaptor as it cannot charge the Baftery Pack and
provide power simultaneously.
e Do not use the AC Adaptor for any purposes other than
supplying the unit with power or charging the Battery
Pack.
eWhen listening to a racio while the AC Adaptor isin
operation. the radio reception may be distorted. In this
case, move the radio farther away from the AC
Adaptor.
eWhen not using the AC Acaptor. unplug its mains
cable.
When unplugging the mains cable, pull it by the plug.
net by the cable.
(not supplied)
To
Audio
Input
Socket (R)
(Red) NE
To
Video
m
Input
y NE
7 (Yellow)
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= N To S-Video
AD Input |
NY Socket J Audio
7 ’ | Input
y 1 S-Video Cable (supplied) | Socket (L)
ds 1. (White)
WU? Audio/Video Cable (supplied) ‘I’
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, olf your TV set is not equipped with an AV Input Socket,
the RF Adaptor (optional) is necessary. For its
connection, read the operating instructions of the RF
Adaptor (VW-RF7E).
e\When connecting the Movie Camera to a TV set with a
21 pin Scart Terminal. see p. 46.
Basic Operations
[УТВ.САМЕРА») When the [FOWER] ON/OFF
lights up.
As Switch is turned out, the
ol JE Camera Indication Lamp
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Remove the
Lens Cap.
UP
EJECTES
Record
Button
Start/Stop
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Procedure
To Power Movie Camera ON/OFF
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Turn [POWER] ON/OFF
Switch out.
Turn [POWER] ON:Or:
Swkch in.
Inserting the Video Cassette
Before inserting the video cassette, make sure that the
tape is tight. Ifitis loose, turn the cog wheel in the
direction of the arrow to tighten it.
Cog Wheel
1
—>
EJECTS
Slide the [EJECT]
Lever.
Insert the video
cassette.
Adjusting the Viewfinder
Grasp Projections on either side of the Viewfinder {see
Fig. 1) and extend to fully locked position.
Extend to fully locked
position,
Turn [POWER] ON/Or +
switch out.
Adjusting the Angle of the Viewfinder
The tilting range if the Viewfinder is 90° (4 potions are
marked by click stops).
Remarks, etc.
eWhen turning on the Movie Camera while a video
cassette is already inside, it will automatically be put in
the Filming Pause Mode. (p. 13)
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NM Ejecting the Video Cassette
Slide the [EJECT] Lever and pull out the Video Cassette.
Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.
eit is not possible to take out the video cassette during
fiiming.
o Do not repeatedly insert and take out the video
cassette. This could cause the tape to become loose
and damaged.
Eyepiece Corrector $
Ring
ue looking into the Viewfinder, turn the Corrector :
‚a UNT) the Indications in the Viewfinder can be
za most cieariy.
sWhen extending the Viewfinder, do not grasp it by the
Eyecup, because the Eyecup could become detached
from the Viewfinder.
¢ Do not apply any pressure on the Viewfinder except
when extending or retracting it.
e Be sure to retract the Viewfinder after filming.
Basic Operations
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DATETIME
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Inserting the Button-Type
Battery
When the Button-Type Battery is not inserted, the
“5 Indication flashes in the Viewfinder.
insert the Button-Type Battery.
eBefore exchanging the battery, turn the Movie
Camera off.
Puli out the Battery
Holder while pushing
the two stoppers
toward each other.
instal! the Battery witr
the (+) mark facing
downward until it
locks with a click.
Setting the Date and Time
Before setting, attach the charged Battery Pack or
connect the AC Adaptor to the Movie Camera and turn
the Movie Camera on.
For example: To set the clock to October 15, 1995,
12:30...
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Press the [DATE/TIME]
Button.
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FACE
Keep pressed to make
the “Year” portion
flash.
Press to set ta ''10”.
Press to make the
“Day” portion flash.
Press to set to "12".
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LATE TVE J
TRA ES
ı Press to make the
: “Minute” portion flas:
lign the “47” marks
10 insert the Battery
older into the Movie
amera.
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"Pack HG
ess to set to ‘1995’.
ess to set to 15”.
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r1ess to set to ‘ 30”.
Information for your safety
WARNING
“THE LITHIUM BATTERY" IS A CRITICAL
E COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2032
MANUFACTURED BY PANASONIC).
IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO
EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT MUST
THEREFORE ONLY BE FITTED IN EQUIPMENT
DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR ITS USE.
REPLACEMENT BATTERIES MUST BE OF THE
SAME TYPE AND VANUFACTURER. THEY
MUST BE FITTED IN THE SAME MANNER AND
LOCATION AS THE ORIGINAL BATTERY, WITH
THE CORRECT POLARITY CONNECTIONS
OBSERVED.
= DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-CHARGE THE OLD
E BATTERY OR RE-USE iT FOR ANY OTHER
PURPOSE [IT SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF IN
WASTE PRODUCTS DESTINED FOR BUR:AL
RATHER THAN INCINERATION”.
Remarks, elc.
EM How to Remove the
Button-Type
Battery
@ While pushing.
@ remove.
BM Replacing the Button-Type Battery from the
Battery Holder
e The life of the battery is about one year.
When the battery becomes exhausted, the *="
Indication in the Viewfinder starts to flash. Replace
the exhausted battery with a new CR2032 Battery.
FT ECT
LATE mas d
TALE RG
Press to make the
— “Month” portion flash.
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LATE Tas 2
TALE RO
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Press to make the
“Hour” portion flash.
Press to start the
clock.
E Changing the Figures of the Date/Time
Indication
By pressing the [SET] Button repeatedly. the
Date/Time Indication can be changed in the following
order.
For example:
Year; 1990->1991-——> ....... 2089 —> 1990 --+...
Month: $2 aaa —12—1->.,,
Day: re AE —› 31 —>1 —
Hour: ОВ... —23—0—..,
Minute: 00--01— ............. — 59-00...
eWhen the [SET Button is kept pressed. the figures
change more guickiy.
e |f you make a mistake during setting, start again from
the beginning.
Basic Operations
11
12
+ ESTÁN ——
[DATETIME
jYTR:CAMER: When the IPOWER] ON/OFF
30: “Switch is turned out, the
— Camera Indication Lamp lights
up.
Record
Start/Stop
Button
fr Title Viewfinder —
Inserting and Deleting the Date
and Time
The Date and Time Indications can be inserted and
deleted during filming as well as in the Filming Pause
Mode.
No indication Date and Time Date oniy
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| 12:30 |
15.10.1995 |
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: 15.10.1995
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Starting Filming (Recording)
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INDEX |
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While “INDEX” Indication is visible, an index signal is
being recorded. (p. 19)
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RECORD —
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For the detailed explanations for each indication in th
Viewfinder, see p. 16. Shown above is a typical
example of the indications visible when filming in the
Auto Mode.
Making the Subject Larger or
Smaller During Filming
This Function also operates in the Filming Pause
Mode.
eThe zoom range extends from 1X to 10X.
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adjusted only for subjects at a distance of more than
1.5 m from the lens.
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ay
Zooming in
eThe Zoom Magnification Indication in the viewtinider
changes.
E Using the Macro Close-up Function
After keeping the IW. TI Zoom Lever pressed toward
“WW” to zoom to the maximum wide-angle setting, the
subject can be focussed down to a minimum distance When setting the Movie Camera to the Filming Pause
of only 5 mm between lens and subject. Mode, a playback picture may be displayed briefly (for
0.1-0.5 second) in the Viewfinder.
However. this is for reading the VITC value and is not
a malfunction.
This occurs in the following cases:
eWhen the Movie Camera is set io the Filming Pause
Mode for the first time after inserting a new video
cassette into the Movie Camera.
eWhen the Movie Camera is set io the Filming Pause
Mode by switching bacx from the VTR Mode to the
CAMERA Mode without having performed any
playback after fast-forwarding or rewinding the tape.
eWhen the Movie Camera is set to the Filming Pause
Mode for the first time after attaching the Battery
Pack (or connecting the AC Adaptor) when the
Buton-Type Battery is exhausted,
® As the depth of field is very small in this mode, even
slight camera movements can cause the subject to
go out of focus. Therefore, it is recommended to use
a tripod (optional).
eWhen filming pictures in a photo aibum or a similar
situation with insufficient lighting, use a Video DC
Light (optional).
Procedure
Remarks, etc. à
E Displaying the Data from the Camera
Information in the Viewfinder
Even if the date is not displayed in the Viewfinder
during filming, it is always recorded as parrots the
camera information. it can be checked in the
_ . . . Viewfinder during pla K by pressing the
dy pressing this button repeatedly. the Date/Time DATETIME] Button. In addition, the picture signal
Indication In the Viewfinder can be changed in the which includes the date information is output through
loft order. tive indicat the [VIDEO OUT] Socket (p. 50). In this case. the
Selact the desired indication. . date/time indication will be at the bottom right corner
of the picture.
= Ш To Pause the Filming
2 Press the Record Start/Stop Button again.
A The “PAUSE” Indication appears ir: the Viewfinder.
ef the Movie Camera is left in the Filming Pause
Mode for more than 6 minutes, it wili automatically
switch off to protect the tape and to conserve battery
power.
To resume fiiming from this condition, turn ithe
[POWER] ON/OFF Switch in (the Movie Camera is
switched off) and then turn it out again.
zonfirm that the [AE] Press Record | Ш To Stop Filming
Nal is set to “AUTO”. Start/Stop Button. Turn the [POWER] ON-OFF Switch in.
| THIELE AF
| e The zaoming speed varies depending an how far the
E Zooming In M Zooming Out : [W-Ti Zoom Lever is pushed towards “W” or “T”.
(The further it is pushed, the faster the zooming
WT WT : speed becomes.)
m —
“T” means Tele. “W” means Wide,
Basic Operations
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ARCH
COUNTER RESET
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Procedure
Ш To Reset the Tax:
Counter:
RESET
Title Viewfinder |
Using the Tape Counter — , 1
сай ;
Indication 0:00.00
The Tape Counter in the Viewfinder shows the elapsed |
recording or playback time in hours, minutes and ; Seconds
seconds. 5 Minutes
| Hours
Resetting the Tape Counter to "0:00.00" by pressing the — —
RESET] Button before starting to film makes it easy to
keep track of the elapsed recording time.
i -
Using the Memory Function — N 1
When the Tape Counter is reset to “0:00.00” at the ; M 0:00.00 |
beginning of the desired scene and the Memory
Indication "Mis turned on, the tape wili stop
automaticaily at the “0:00.00” position when rewinding
or fast-forwarding it.
/
—
/
Means: Memory
E To Make the “M”
Indication Appe=
COUNTER
Confirming the Remaining Tape
Time
During filming and playback, the Remaining Tape
Time is displayed in minutes instead of the Tape
Length Indication “3 30" or “EF 45”.
a |
—
+
—— —
! A 0:30
!
i
J
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i
Means: Remaining
( At every press of the [COUNTER] Button,
i the Counter Indication will change as
' follows:
Tape Counter Indication
0:00.00
+ ;
“ Video Cassette в ; _ Memory Indication “M” appears
: M 0:00.00 |with Tape Counter Indication
| 1
| | | “ oHDaMDOSOOF VITC value (p. 49)
| When using a video cassette carrying the "FP" ;
"mark or an S-VHS-C video cassette, the
. Remaining Tape Counter indication may not be
i very precise.
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Remarks, etc. 0
eThe Tape Counter Indication does not change during
playback of tape on which recording has never been
made.
e Taking out the Cassette or removing the Battery Pack
automatically resets the Tape Counter Indication to
“0:00.00”.
eWhen the tape is rewound further than the tape counter
position “0:00.00”, the minus sign “— ” appears in front
of the Tape Counter Indication.
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To Reset the Tape
Counter:
RESET
eit is not possible to reset the VITC Counter with the
[RESET] Button (p. 49).
® The Remaining Tape Time is not displayed until
filming or playback is started.
e While the Movie Camera calculates the Remaining
Tape Time, the “R” Indication flashes in the
Viewfinder.
e When the Remaining Tape Time becomes less than
2 minutes, the Indication “R” and the Remaining Tape
Time start to flash.
eTo ensure precise indication of the Remaining Tape
Time, be sure to set the Tape Length Indication
that matches the video cassette being used before
starting to film (p. 32).
Basic Operations
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Quick Reference Guide to the Indications in the Viewfinder
The following indications are displayed in the Viewfinder to inform you about the condition of the Movie Camera.
Tape Run Indication
Tape Counter/Error Code
и ' Warning/Afarm
Remaining Battery Power —— [ae 0:12.34 REC — Tape Operation Mode
Remaining Tape Time — lpg :12 —— >> 8x =~ Zoom Magnification
S-VHS Mode ———El E “а МЕ —— Manual Focus Mode
Wh, —— AE Mode
Digital Zoom Mode —— 4 D.ZOOM RECORD || Manual White Balance Mode
Power Save Mode “APS
Record/Pause
(10:30
Date/Time 15.10.1995
x >
eo The illustrations in the following explanations show
only the indication(s) pertaining to the
corresponding explanation.
11] Warning/Alarm indications
Viewfinder Condition Page
Condensation
Condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera.
Wait until the "U 10/ [4] " Indication disappears.
10 :
e 56
—
| Video Head Clogging
The video heads are dirty.
: 11 ;
i | Ce 55
|
|
| Remaining Battery Power
The 4 segments of the Remaining Battery Power Indication begin to disappear ;
one after another as the power of the Battery Pack weakens,
i When only the last segment remains, the * [53 © Indication starts to flash in the
IS: . centre of the Viewfinder, When the last segment has disappeared, the 24
| ; “CAMERA” Indication Lamp flashes for a few seconds, and then the Movie
Camera automatically switches itseif off. Replace the exhausted Battery Pack
with a fully charged one.
Tape
When no video cassette is inserted or when the tab of the inserted video cassette
is broken out, this indication flashes.
Insert a video cassette with intact tab.
8, 53
Warning/Alarm Indications (cont.)
Viewfinder Condition Page
| Button-Type Battery
: When no Button-Type Battery is inserted, or when the inserted battery is
: exhausted. Insert a new Button-Type Battery (CR2032).
RE 11
‘End of the Tape |
I When the tape has reached its end during filming, this indication appears. i
| Insert a new cassette. |
Anti-Ground-Filming
When the Movie Camera is tilted more than about 70° from its normal horizontal
. position during filming (with the [POWER SAVE] Switch set to “ON”), the Movie
: Camera automatically switches over to the Filming Pause Mode.
i If the Movie Camera is then returned to its normal horizontal filming position, the 44
“CHK” Indication will flash in the Viewfinder.
[2] Error Code Indications
Viewfinder Condition Page -
Error Code
When the “F” Indication appears in the Viewfinder, some malfunction has
occurred, If the indicated error code is between “FO1” and “FO5”. the Movie
РО! Camera will turn itself off automatically one minute after the “CAMERA” Lamp
| : has started to flash. (When the indication is “F51" or “F52", the Movie Camera
| : will not turn off automatically.)
: In this case, write down the error code and tell it to the service personnel. |
Foz |
РОЗ ;
F04
FOS
Е51
F52
Basic Operations |
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Quick Reference Guide to the Indications in the Viewfinder (cont.)
3: Filming/Playback Indications
Viewfinder
Condition
7 ) | Filming Mode
: RECORD (large indication) {p. 12)
When the Start/Stop Button
is pressed from the Filming
Pause Mode, this indication is
displayed for approx.
. 1 second.
Viewfinder Condition
]
I
Hi-Fi Mode
; | During playback of Hi-Fi :
| sound, the "И Indication |
E — À | is displayed in the Viewfinder. |
|
"Filming Mode
{smal! indication) (p. 123
REC means Recording.
—
Tape Run Indication (p. 12)
~~
PAUSE
! :
—— —]————]
Filming Pause Mode
(large Indication) (p. 13)
When the Start/Stop Button is
pressed from the Filming
Mode. this indication is
dispiayed for approx.
1 second.
Still Playback Mode {p. 21)
i "|
Tape Counter (p. 14)
Tape Counter with activated
Memory Function (p. 14)
“M” means Memory.
Remaining Tape Time (p. 14)
“RH” means Remaining.
Filming Pause Mode
(small indication) (p. 13)
Recording Review Mode
CHK (p. 42)
“CHK” means Check.
| a * Playback/Search Mode
- (p. 21, 43)
Fast Forward/Cue Mode
| (p.20)
Tape Length (p. 32)
The Tape Length Indication
can be selected with the
Menu Mode.
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Date and Time (p. 12)
Zoom Magnification
(p. 12, 38)
When zooming In on a
subject, the indicated zoom
magnification value increases.
Rewind/Revlew/Search
: Mode (p. 20, 42)
ua "7 '
Hi
S-VHS Format (p. 33)
Marnua! White Balance Mode
(p. 29)
Manual Filming Mode (p. 28)
MNL means Manual.
18
Digital Image Stabilizer
Mode (p. 38)
The “D.ZOOM” Indication
appears, toc.
Viewfinder
Condition
| |
+ SG} a “че
Digital Gain-up Mode (р. 38}
When the sensitivity is
Viewfinder
Condition
| GAINGx MF. increased to 8 times, the
\ | . *GAIN8X<" Indication appears.
| Digital Mix Mode (p. 40)
|
| MIX
The “MP4 Indications
displayed when a still picture
is in the digital memory.
- Digital Wipe Mode (p. 40)
The”
“Indication is
> displayed when a still picture
is in the digital memory.
VITC “DR-ON” Mode (p. 49)
The “DR” Indication is
displayed when selecting
“DR-ON" for the “VITC” in the
Menu Mode.
Snapshot Mode (p. 32)
Sports Mode (p. 34)
This Indication is displayed
- whert the Sports Mode has
been selected.
“ oHoomoosoor; | VITC and Camera
10x Information (p. 50)
| 1/1000
! F2.0
í > | Shutter Speed/ris Value
11000! | (р. 36)
№Р2.0
\
Power Save Mode {p. 44)
APS This Indication is displayed
when the [POWER SAVE]
L Switch set to “ON”.
: Portrait Mode (p. 34)
: This Indication is displayed
when the Portrait Mode has
been selected.
Low Light Mode (p. 34)
This Indication is displsyed
when the Low Light Mode has
been selected.
Manual focus Mode (p. 26)
“MF” means Manual Focus.
ADUBD> Audio Dubbing Mode (p. 50)
—
apuen | | Audio Dubbing Pause Mode
| (p. 50)
PEERY Sh TO ETT 1
x
Menu Mode (p. 32)
This Indication is displayed
when pressing the
[MENU/PLAY] Button,
ZINDEX =
EE *
NI
% Elabl,
Index Signals (VISS) (p. 12)
The “INDEX” Indication
appears briefly in the
+ Viewfinder while an index
— signal 1s being recorded. The
index signals make possibie
the use of the VHS Index
Search or Intro Scan Function
when playing back the tape on
a VTR equipped with these
functions.
An index signal is recorded
automatically in the following
cases:
When recording is started for
the first time after attaching
the Battery pack.
¡ *When recording is restarted
after exchanging the
cassette or after pressing
the [VTR/CAMERA] Button.
Basic Operations
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20
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REW: [x2] [=)-FF ! DE
A.JUB [PLAY * tr NA |
ITEM —SET Eee m A |
PAUSE STOP Ч ен 4 gi
[/TR:CAMERA- ve oF hE 4 к
| Ре С © | J “aL >
[PHONES] Socket TOR
f Title Procedure
|
= - т |
Playing Back on the Viewfinder or 1 | (ViRCAMERA,
the TV . dress
[To Play Back Via TV Set] /
1. Connect the Movie Camera to a TV set. (p. 6, 46)
E] С Миа сео Я киа | A maAnNnacitoa
i“. É SKY али на I MM cl 1 =r TF pod fu WA FERNS =
or =
Y F1
Turn Power ON/OFF
switch out.
Rewinding or Fast-Forwarding
the Tape
VTR Stop Mode (“VTR" Indication Lamp is lit).
Perform these operations with the Movie Camera in the
E For Fast-Forward
IM) /FF
—
7
E For Rewind
REW (2)
tu
Using the Cue, Review and Still
Playback Functions During
Normal Playback
Nm For Cue Piayback
CUFF
Keep pressed.
Cue Playback Mode
E For Heview
Playback
REW E)
E
Keep pressed.
Review Playback Mode
For playback with Sound
To be able to enjoy playback with the recorded
sound connect sterec headphones (optional to the
PHONES] Socket. (When playing back a cassette
tape oh which audio dubbing has been performed,
refer to p. 50.)
Remarks, etc.
he tape will stop
JfAamaticallv when It
RRA EEE A Y E E EA =
=hes the beginning.
4 MENU
PLAY
As this Movie Camera is equipped with TBC,
В 0
|
it is highly suited as a playback unit for editing. |
eWhen the tape reaches its end auring playback, it wiff
be rewound automaticaily.
For Still Playback
ITEM
PAUSE
iii Playback Mode
sWhen the tape reaches its end during Fast-Forward, it
will be rewound automatically.
eWhen the tape reaches the beginning during Rewind, it
will stop automatically.
To return to normal
nlavhack
ITEM
PAUSE
+The sound will be played back only curing normal
playback.
ein the Cue, Review and Still Playback Modes.
harizontal noise bars appear in the picture, or the
picture may become black and white or distorted.
However, this is normal and not a malfunction.
elf the Movie Camera is left in the Still Playback Mode
for about 6 minutes, it wil! switch over to the Stop Mode
to protect the tape and the video heads.
Basic Operations
217
22
VTR (not supplied)
=>
Cassette Adaptor (supplied)
TV {not Supplied)
r
__ Title |
Procedure
Playing Back on VIR, use the
Supplied Cassette Adaptor
1
Battery
Compartment
Cover
Remove the Battery
Compartment Cover.
Supplied battery (R6)
Insert the Battery (RG).
Insert the recorded
video cassette.
Close the Top Cover.
Remarks, etc. à
Ay)
A
Open Lever
Re-attach the Battery Slide the Open Lever.
Compartiment Cover.
7 2
insert ihe Cassette , Operate the VTR.
Adaptor into the VTR. |
EN —— — | |
® For optimum picture quality, it may be necessary to
adjust the tracking control on the VTR.
sNever insert the empty Cassette Adaptor (without a
video cassette) into a VTR.
e Do not insert the Cassette Adaptor into a VTR and take
it out again without running the tape, because this
could loosen the tape.
®When loading the video cassette into the Cassette
Adaptor, do not touch the tape directiy.
e After use, take the video cassette out from the
Cassette Adaptor.
eWhen using an 5-VHS-C video cassette that you want
to play back on a standard VHS VTR (carrying the VHS
logo), be sure to set the Movie Camera to the VHS
made. If an S-VHS recording is played back on a
standard VHS VTR, the picture will be totally distorted
A standard VHS VTR that also carries the “SQPB”
logo (S-YHS-Quasi Playback). on the other hand, is
capable of playing back S-VHS recordings.
Basic Operatlons
23
24
"Оо not connect the Movie
Camera during charging. |
[CHARGE] Lamp
On: During charging.
Off: Charging is finished.
{For maximum charge. continue charging for
2 hours after the [CHARGE] Lamp has gone off.)
a Title
Procedure
Charging the Battery Pack
eBe sure to insert the mains plug completely into the
correct socket.
e Do not connect the DC Input Cable to the AC Adaptor
otherwise the Battery Pack cannot be charged.
Attach Battery.
Attaching the Charged Battery
Pack
If an exhausted Battery Pack is attached,
the“ [=P "Indication in the Viewtinder
PUC)
Dir
Charging Confirmation Marker
Use this marker to distinguish between charged and
so that the dot is visible after charging is completed.
Tee flashes, when turning the Movie Camera :
discharged Battery Packs. For example, slide the Button :
1
lps mm ss o NOA MO
Attach the Battery Pack
with its Confirmation
Marker facing upward.
Cautions for Use —
es When the operation time even aiter correct charging is
too short for normal use, the service life of the Battery
Pack has reached its end.
e Do not try to disassemble or reconstruct Battery Pack.
® Do not throw the exhausted Battery Pack into a fire.
eo Make sure that no metal objects touch the contacts of
the Battery Pack.
sDo not recharge the Battery Pack when it is already
fully charged.
e During filming or during recharging, the Battery Pack
may become warm, this is not a maifunction.
Plug into AC Adaptor. Plug into AC mains
outlet.
Removing the Battery Pack
ide it in the opposite direction to step 1.
“=
E il ln BT BN BR ERE BR BR РА НЫ НЫ BH A A A CA A e Ci ls Ci I J
Removing the Battery Pack ,
BATTERY EJECT
uy)
——
en slidina dawn the Lever,
- sure to hold the Battery
ack, to prevent it from
upping.
Remarks, etc. _ Y
sat Pack Charging Time Max. Filming
Supplied Anprax. 65 mir. Anprox. 40 min
VW-VBSI0E | Approx. 65 min. Approx. 40 mir
| VW-VBS20E Approx. 130 min. | Approx. 80 mir
VW-VBHIDE | Approx. 80 mir. Approx. 50 min
| VW-VBH20E Approx. 160 min. | Approx. 100 min.
e The figures in the table above are based on an ambient
temperature of 25°C,
eCharge the Battery Pack at an ambient temperature
between 10°C and 35°C.
The Battery Pack's ability to generate electric energy is
based on a chemical reaction, This reaction can take
place better at high temperatures. Therefore, when
filming at low ambient temperature, the maximum
filming time may be considerably shorter than listed.
e To recharge a Battery Pack whose operation time has
become too short for practical use, or which has been
stored for a long period of time.
Continue charging for 24 hours even after the Charging
Lamp on the AC Adaptor goes out.
(If this does not result in an operation time close to
those shown in the table, the service life of this Battery
Pack has reached its end. Replace it with a new one.)
eNever remove the Battery Pack during recording or
playback, because the tape will remain in contact with
the video heads and this couid cause damage to (he
heads and tape.
e When the Battery Pack has become exhausted and the
Movie Camera has turned off automatically. remove the
Battery Pack before connecting the DC Input Cable of
the AC Adaptor to the Movie Camera, otherwise the
Movie Camera cannot be turned on.
Advanced Operations
25
26
Focus Ring
Title
Filming with the Auto Focus Mode
When the [AE] Dialis set to “AUTO”, the Movie Camera
will automatically focus precisely on almost any subject
located in the centre of the Viewfinder.
of you want to film with automatic focussing in one of
the other settings of the [AE] Dial, press the [FOCUS]
Button to make the “MF” Indication in the Viewfinder
disappear.
Procedure
DER APRA AE
Filming with the Manual Focus
Mode
The “MNL" Indication
appears in the
Viewfinder.
FOCUS
The “MF” indication
appears In the
Vlewfinder.
1 the following filming situations, use the Manual
ocus Mode:
E To Cancel the
Manual Focus
Mode
FOCUS
Focus Ring
Adjust the Focus Ring
until the subject is in
focus.
Press the [FOCUS]
Button to make the
i “MF Indication
| disappear. Or reset the |
[AE] Dial to “AUTO”.
|
Remarks, elc.
(DA subject with shiny surfaces or much light reflection
(2) À subject behind glass that is covered with dirt, dust
or water drops
© A subject with a part of it near the Movie Camera and
another parts far away from it.
@ A flat surface, e.g. a white wall
(8) A subject with horizontal stripes
(6) An oblique subject
eA fast-moving subject
e A subject with a dark surface
eWhen using the Macro Close-up Function, special
lenses or filters
‚ 3 Hints for Manual Focus Adjustment
(1) Be sure to adjust the focus after zooming in on the
subject.
(@ Adjusting the focus with the lens zoomed in on the
subject assures precisely focussed pictures even
when subsequently zooming back.
elf the focus is adjusted with the lens in the wide-
angle setting, the subject may go out of focus when
zooming in on the subject.
\
J
Advanced Operations
27
28
Infra-Red Sensor:
Be careful not to cover the
Infra-Red Sensor with your
hand. etc. during filming.
Title
Filming with Automatic White
Balance Adjustment
When the [AE] Dial is set to "AUTO", it is possible to fiim
pictures with natural colours under aimost any filming
condition.
elf you want to film with automatic white balance
adjustment in one of the other settings of the [AE] Dial,
press the [W.B] Button to make the " nN " Indication in
the Viewfinder disappear.
PAR AEC
Filming with Manual White
Balance Adjustment
If there is only one light source:
Follow the operation steps 1 —4 on the right.
Note:
if there are several light sources or if the illumination is
weak:
In operation step 2, instead of attaching the Lens Cap,
point the Movie Camera at a pure white subject.
oll FROGF AGE AE
The “MNL” indication
appears in the
Viewtinder.
Attach the Lens Cap.
or
Point the Movie Camera
at a pure white subject.
Remarks, elc. a
1
|
ah When filminn under mareurye-vanor, natri
wer “= я Il I J Жи ро = n + pe Es
TP EF Ll
types of fluorescent lamps etc.
Hr ar ema
AAA
rit
ЕН
O Whenintense lighting is used, e.g. spot lights ina
theatre or when the colour temperature of the light
source is low.
€ When filming at sunrise or sunset.
_ sWhen filming with an ND Filter (optional) or a
Conversion Lens (optional).
a)
Keep pushed until the
Viewfinder becomes
completely white.
Press for more than
1 second.
| to “AUTO”.
e Under weak illumination, Manual White Balance
Adiustment 1 may not he nossible, In this case, film in
the “AUTO” Mode.
elf an additional light source with low colour temperature
(e.g. halogen lamp) is used momentarily while filming a
subject with high colour temperature (e.g. blue sky or
TV screen), unnatural colours will result.
eThe manually adjusted white balance setting will be
maintained until it is cancelled. However, to ensure
optimum colour reproduction, it is recommended to
adjust the white balance for each new scene.
e When the Manual White Balance Adjustment is
finished, the ' 4” Indication remains lit in the
Viewfinder.
= = = al — Fi a FT PA
E To Cancel the Manual White Balance Mo
Press the [Y .5B] Button one time. Or reset ine [AE
de
I Dia
eS
Advanced Operations
29
30
8 Title | Natural Light Colour
- - - - -- = - e US TC a )
Colour Temperature and White | |
: eBlue sky ‚ 10.000°К
Balance | |
I...
The colour temperature of the light source is measured ba |
in Kelvin. a Slightly overcast <7 ; 7,000°K—
The higher the Kelvin value is, the more bluish is the sky ; 8000K
light; the lower the value, the more reddish is the light. м :
This 15 not directly related to the brightness. -————+
The table shows the relationship between natural light, !
© lablo st | |
artificial light and colour temperature eCloudy sky : 6000°K
(Rain) a —
|
Jd.
що gd!
eSunlight D 1 5,000°K
A
95%,
|
|
|
I
I
e 1-2 hours after sunrise or : 3,.000°K—
before sunset > 4,200%
Dg, |! °к—-
e Sunrise of sunset La J 00%
Eee otto. CEE
Wu Video DC Light VZ-LDCS13E
This Video DC Light is recommended for filming in a dark
room as well as for filming photographs and pictures with
the Macro Close-up funct:on {p. 13).
To attach the Video DC Light (YZ-LDCS13E) ta the Movie
Camera, the Shoe Adaptor (VW-SK9E} is necessary.
E Filter Kit VW-LF37E
The Filter Kit VW-LF37E contains an ND Filter and an MC
Protector.
The ND Filter is recommended for filming in extremely
bright places, e.g. on a beach or ski slope. It prevents the
picture from becoming whitish, yet without changing the
colours. (When filming with the ND Filter attached, the
Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode should be used,
since Auto White Balance Adjustment Mode would not
work normally.)
The MC Protector is used for protecting the lens.
=mperature Artificial Light | White Balance Adjustment
1
| : À
|
|
8,000°K~ | Bluish colour
9,000°K | eTV screen
a
|
|
; Ÿ Range in which the Auto White
; Balance Adjustment is effective
| a
- | eFluorescentlamp = LJ
4.800°K : {white) y Fran Whitish
! colour
2 500°K- | *Fluorescent lamp NZ {
- - (not white) or studio no]
| ee
3500K | [HO | | — |
2,000°K— ! e be Reddish colour
2 800°K | e Halogen light bulb A =
|
|
2 000°K e
2 500°K s Tungsten lamp о a
1500°K~ o
Advanced Operations
31
32
SNAPSHCT
REC
MENU
A.DUB | PLAY
ITEM SET
AUS | STOP
A
Title Viewfinder
Using the Menu Function o
e The Menu Function is used to select the items i
shown in the Viewfinder in the right. „ | \
(M: For selecting the VHS mode or S-VHS mode x 17/7 , MENU
@: For seiecting “EC30” or "EC45" according to Dr — FORMAT =>S-VHS VHS
the video cassette being used. 3) TAPE" ” :»EC30 ECAS
Ps . .— 5
(3: For selecting the user code system for the ,
VITC. (p.49) @—t VTC : DR-ON »DR-OFF
@: When set to OFF: 4—1 DISPLAY :FON OFF
Only the Warning-/Aiarm Indications and the
Tape Running Indication will appear in the
Viewfinder,
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
Na 7
(Menu Indication)
e The above Menu screen is shown with the
original factory settings.
Filming a Still Picture for 5
Seconds (Snapshot)
Recording a stili picture for approx. 5 seconds can
be performed by pressing a single button.
(When using this function repeatedly. wait at least
2 to 3 seconds before pressing this Button again.)
* The picture in the Viewhnder stands still, too.
Procedure | Remarks, etc.
a & White the Menu is displayed, Timing IS not
2 possible.
I eThe selections made on the Menu screen will be
MENU ITEM — maintained even when the Movie Camera is
PLAY PAUSE turned off.
eit is possibie ic display the Menu on the TV
screen. (For the connection to a TV set, see
nage 46.)
” A ” pd . eWhen the S-VHS mode is selected, the
Press the Button while Press and select. | indication "EH" 1s displayed in the Viewfinder.
in the Filming Pause eThe item Indication @ : (However. when a normal VHS-C video cassette
Mode. frashes. : is inserted in the Movie Camera, the indication
“EH does not appear. because recording in the
S-VHS mode is not possible on a normal VHS-C
A ToReturntothe — video cassette.)
of Normal Filming if the “DR-ON" setting has beer selected for
Mode VITC, taking out the Button-Type Battery will
wi)
SET MENU automatically reset it to "DR-QFF”.
STOP PLAY
— рой
Press and select with :
“» Mark.
Advanced Operations
e Since the still picture is recorded from the image
memory, the picture quaiity may be slightly
inferior to that of normaily recorded pictures.
e To prevent picture distortion, do not move or
SNAPSHOT shake the Movie Camera dunng still picture
НЕС | fitming.
AN i e While the Digital Wipe Function or the Digital Mix
A
Wingy |,
Function is activated. this function cannot be
operated,
o!f the Viewfinder has been turned off by the Auto
Power Save Function, the Snapshot Function
| cannot be activated.
‘ress while in the
timing Pause Mode.
34
E ESTE
ERA ——
у Title
Viewfinder u
Filming Fast-Moving Subjects
E Using the Sports Made
This function makes it possible to obtain pictures with
minimized blur when filming fast-action scenes such as
tennis or other types of sports.
When scenes recorded with the Sports Mode are later
played back on a VTR, still and slow motion playback
with very sharp picture contours and brilfiant details can
be obtained.
Making People Stand out Sharply
from the Background
NM Using the Portrait Mode = = I
In the Portrait Mode, the Iris is automatically set to its
maximum opening which results in a very small depth-
of-field. This causes the subject in the center of the
picture to be sharply focussed while the background is
blurred.
Filming Dark Scenes More
Brightly
E Using the Low Light Mode
This increases the sensitivity and brightens up the
picture.
|
"e k
e The subject must be brightly lit by sunlight or a Video DC
Light (optional), with little shade.
e Vhen filming under fluorescent, mercury-vapor or
natrium lamps, the picture will be adversely influenced
by flickering.
eWhen a scene filmed in the Sports Mode Is played back
in the normal playback mode, the picture movement may
not be as smooth as normal.
olf the picture is recorded with high shutter speed, the
playback picture will be slightly darker.
Procedure
Remarks, etc.
To Return to the Normal
Filming Mode
en the Sports Mode, the shutter speed is automatically
adjusted (between 1:50 s and 1/500 s) according to the
brightness of the scene, so even fast movements will
be captured in sharp and stable pictures.
eif the surrounding illumination is weak, fne '* * ”
Indication flashes. In th:s case, the Sport Mode may
not be effective.
To Return to the Normal
Filming Mode
e The shutter speed is automatically adjusted between
1/50 s and 1/1500 s according to the brightness of the
subject.
e Zooming in on the subject by pushing the [WT] Zoom
Lever toward “T” increases the blurring of the
background.
To Return to the Normal
Filming Mode
e Even if this mode is used for outdoor filming in daylight,
the result will be almost the same as when filming in
the other mode.
Advanced Operations
35
SHUTTER
AIS
BOE E SROGA RE АЕ
é Title
Viewfinder
| Procedure
Fading In the Picture and Sound
At the beginning of a movie. etc. fading in is often
used. For example, after recording the title, starting
the first scene with the Fade-in Function is very
effective.
Fading Out the Picture and
Sound
Fading out is used to create a soft ending or (together
with fade-in) for a soft transition from one scene to the
next.
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A
Keep pressed while
in the Filming Pause
Mode.
i
Press during Filming
at the point where
you wish to fade out.
Adjusting the Shutter Speed
and Iris
In the Manual Mode, it is possible to adjust both the
shutter speed and the iris,
JE ARICA А
Set the [AE] Dial to
[MNLL
Notes for Adjusting the Shutter speed and
Wis 7A
e\When flming with the iris wide open, a blue sky may
become whitish.
ein case of extremely strong backlight, it may not be
possible to brighten up the subject sufficiently.
eDepending on the angle of the sunlight in filming,
star-shaped iight reflexes may be recorded in the
picture.
eWhen fiming with a high shutter speed. the playback
picture will be slightly darxer.
Remarks, etc. |
ess after the picture
the Viewfinder has
sappeared.
EN
-ss after the picture
the Viewfinder has
--ppeared.
Release after approx.
3 seconds.
Release.
ha)
Press.
By pressing the
button repeatedly, it
is possible to change
between the Shutter
Speed Indication and
te iris Value
-1dication.
3
SHUTTER
IRIS
A
У
Turn.
In the Shutter Speed Indication Mode:
Turning upward: The shutter speed becomes higher.
Turning down ward: The shutter speed becomes
lower.
Range of shutter speed adjustment: 1/50—1;4000 s
The iris value is adjusted automatically.
In the Iris value Indicaiton Mode:
Turning upward: The iris opening becomes larger.
Turning downward: The ris opening becomes smaller.
Range of iris adjustment: Closed-—»F16.0...F2.0—
Opened +0 dB...Opened + 18 dB
The shutter speed is fixed.
To return to the Normal Filming mode
Reset the [AE] Dial to "AUTO".
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DIGITAL
e Simply by turning this Digital Dial. various digital
effects can be ghtained
To carcel the Digital Function. turn the Digital
Dial to the lowermost? position so that none of the
6 indications 1s lit.
4 Title : | | _ Viewfinder
Digital Gain-up Function
This function makes it possible to film dark scenes
more bnghtly.
Digital Zoom Function
Digital Strobe Function
This function makes it possible to continuously film
stil pictures of about 14 sec. duration.
Digital Image Stabilizer Function
This function compensates for possible shaking of the
handheid Movie Camera.
Cautions for Use ofthe hice Image”.
Stabilizer РипеНоп_ E Ta LA
eWher: using пе Digita! Image Stabilizer Function, t the
shutter speed is automatically adjusted 1-125 s.
eo Cancelling the Digital Image Stabii:zer Function also
resets the shutlter speed to 1:50 s. However, after
selecting the Sports Mode or the Portrait Mode,
cancelling the Digita: Image Stabilizer Function does not
reset the shutter speed to 1-50 s.
In the following filming conditions, the Picture Stabizing
Effect may not he sufficient:
# À subject with horizontal or vertical stripes
eA flat subiec:
(The Digital Image Stabilizer Indication 3" flashes in
the Viewfinder.)
Increase the amount of ligh:.
ФА subject under many ‘fluorescent lamps
® A fast-moving subject
e A subject with a fiat background
Procedure
Remarks, etc. à
"|
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DIGITAL UT
seWhen using this function. some after-image distortion
may occur.
® The focus must be adjusted manuaily since the
Movie Camera is automatically switched into the
Manual Focus Mode.
e The Sports Mode or the Portrait Mode will be
canceiled automaticaily.
a
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sauce
DIGITAL
E
e\When the "D.ZOOM" Indication is displayed in the
Viewfinder. the subject can be enlarged up to
20 times.
® The zooming speed varies depending on how far the
[We T1 Zoom Lever is pushed towards "W” or "Г.
(The further it is pushec towards either "W or “T”,
the faster the zooming speed becomes.)
= ® Since the strobe pictures are recorded from the
5 digital image memory, the picture quality may be
slightly inferior to that of normally recorded pictures.
When filming under fluorescent lamps, the brightness
$ of the picture may fluctuate.
= e The resolution of the picture will be slightly reduced.
EEE
DIGIT AL
® This function is especiaily practical for the following
filming situations:
1. Zooming in on a distant subject.
2. Filming while walking.
3. Filming from inside a moving car.
#The “D.ZOOM" Indication appears, too.
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40
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CHIC АЦ
* Simply by turning this Digital Dial.
effects can be obtained.
To cancel the Digital Function, turn the Digital
Dial to the lowermost position so that none of the
6 indications is lit.
a Title | “Procedure
Fading Over from the Last 1
Recorded Scene to the Next
(Digital Wipe)
This function makes it possible to achieve a
smooth transition from the last recorded scene
to the next scene. When starting to film the new
scene, a still picture of the last scene appears, ate 0 ==
and it is then changed over to the last scene | ÿ = 01 = 3E
appears. and it is then changed over to the DIGITAI
moving picture of the new scene with Digital
Wipe (like opening a curtain).
eThe "WIPE" indication Press.
appears in the Viewfinder. The Filming starts.
Fading Over from the Last 1
Recorded Scene to the Next
(Digital Mix)
This function makes it possible to achieve a
smooth transition from the last recorded scene
to the next scene. When starting to film the new —
scene, a stifl picture of the last recorded scene E - a > s- |--
appears, and it is then gradually replaced by the SETA
moving picture of the new scene.
{rire
eThe "MIX" Indication Press.
appears in the Viewfinder. | The Filming starts.
Remarks, etc. à
ess.
| he Filming stops.
i he "WIPE" Indicaiion
»ecomes white. The last
ecorded scene is kept in
пе memory.
Press.
e The picture (from the
memory) appears as still
picture. It is then
gradually replaced from
right to left by the moving
picture of the new scene.
e Since the still picture is recorded from the digital
image memory, the picture quality becomes
slightly inferior to that of normally recorded
pictures.
e Perrorming Recording Review or pressing {VTR/
CAMERA] Button does not erase the picture in
the digital image memory.
e The still picture from the memory will be lost if
the Movie Camera is turned off or if the Digital
Mode is turned off ar changed to a mode other
than MIX or WIPE.
ess.
I he Filming stops.
ihe "MIX" Indication
ecomes white. The last
sicture of the last
ecorded scene is kept in
ne memory.
Press.
e The picture (from the
memory) appears as still
picture. It is then
gradually faded over to
the moving picture of the
new scene,
e Since the still picture 1s recorded from the digital
image memory, the picture quality becomes
slightly inferior to that of normally recorded
pictures.
e Performing Recording Review or pressing [VTR/
CAMERA] Button does not erase the picture in the |
digital image memory.
: ® The still picture from the memory will be lost if the
Movie Camera is turned off or if the Digital Mode
is turned off or changed to a mode other than MIX
or WIPE.
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42
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Title
Checking the End of the
Recorded Scene
For occasionally important scenes, use this check
function during filming to confirm that the recording has
been performed correctly.
Locating a Point Where You Wish
to Add a New Scene
(Camera Search Function)
Film the individual scene a little longer than actually
required. You can then rewind the tape and determine
the exact point where you wish to join the next scene.
When the [SEARCH] Button is then released, the Movie
Camera returns to the Filming Pause Mode.
Adjusting the Tracking
When playing back a recorded tape, especially a tape
recorded on another Movie Camera, horizontal bands of ;
white noise may appear in the picture. If this occurs, the
tracking needs to be adjusted.
SHIFT SET
LATE TINE
TRACE NG
Procedure
Press while in the
Filming Pause Mode.
1 E Reverse direction
(=) SEARCH
REV FF
Sal
Keep pressed while in
the Filming Pause
Mode.
White noise
J To start the filming
again
Press the Record
Stat/Stop Button.
Y
Remarks, etc.
s The final 2 seconds of the last recorded scene e wil be
played back in the Viewfinder and then the Movie
Camera returns to the Filming Pause Mode.
\J
N oe direction
EARCH
pa = FF
Keep pressed while in
the Filming Pause
Mode.
eWhen the [REW/=<«]] Button is kept pressed:
The Indication “I” appears in the Viewfinder.
The scene is played back in reverse direction at
3 times normal speed.
eWhen the [++-YFF] Button is kept pressed:
The Indication “[>" appears in the Viewfinder.
The scene is played back in forward direction at normal
sneed.
|
HIFT SE”
CCATET.ME 4
TRACKING
‘ress both the [-4 TRACKING] and [TRACKING >]
suttons simultaneously.
e[f pressing both buttons simultaneously does not
improve the picture quality, adjust by pressing the
[4 TRACKING] or [TRACKING M+] Button individually.
(It may not be possible to remove the noise bars
completely.)
Advanced Operations
43
44
Using the Power Save Functions
САМ
POWER
CAVE
ON
OFF
€) Auto Power Save (in the Filming Pause Mode)
| Movie Camera Becomes Activated: Conditions of
| Mode Movie Camera
a
о ; During
; Filming
: Pause Horizontal
Position
: Viewfinder
с
© eViewfinder: OFF
© e Auto Focus: OFF
= s Zoom Motor: OFF
LL | sVTR indication: Fiash
d #More than about 70° (Green)
> : |
© Г eMore than a few
o The "APS" seconds
o Indication is TB: A
+ displayed. 1 REC AMERA,
© Activated El Jo
o
< eWhen Movie Camera is tilted downwards by more than
about 705 from the normal horizontal fiiming position for
more than a few seconds.
o During
Filming Horizontal
PT Positlon
f i
© Viewfinder ON
=
Q Viewfinder: OFF
=
7 Quickly s Auto Focus: OFF
с es Zoom Motor: OFF
£ e Filming Mode
E Ц than about 70° |
{i The “APS” e More than a few seconds Filming Pause Mode
© Indication is eVTR indication: Flash
5 displaved. Activated {Green)
5 eWhen tilting the Movie AE downwards by more LEE
= than about 70° from the normal horizontal filming Co
& position for more than a few seconds, and:
1) Walking with the Movie Camera held in the hand or:
2) tilting the Movie Camera quickly in the case of not
walking.
O Anti-Ground-Filming (in the Filming Mode)
Result
To Resume Filming
Operating Restrictions
eving Power
he Battery Pack
an be used longer
i filming.
eventing
angthy Filming
i the Ground
he Movie Camera
utomatically
“events filming
“sn when the
ecord Start/Stop
Jiton is pressed
Horizontal
Position
k
m
||
LS
eWhen the Movie Camera is returned to an
approximately horizontal position, the
Movie Camera is automatically put into the
Filming Pause Mode and the filming can
be restarted by pressing the Record
Start/Stop Button. _
“ving Power
he Battery Pack
an be used
niger for filming,
revenung
engthy Filming
1 he Ground
he Movie Camera
“'tomatically
-icres over to the
iming Pause
‚öde to stop the
intentional
Ting when
getting to press
ие Record
‘art/Stop Button at
© endofa scene.
Note: When changing locations between scenes or when not planning to film for a longer period of time, it is
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= Position
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eWhen the Movie Camera is returned to an
approximately horizontal position, the
“CHK” (=check) Indication wili flash in the
Viewfinder. Since the filming may have
continued for several seconds, rewind the
tape a little using the Camera Search
Function {p. 42) to locate the exact end of
tne last desired scene, and then start.
timing again.
When slowly tilting the Movie Camera
downwards during filming.
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Om %
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ARM ее
eThis function is designed so that it is not
activated when the Movie Camera is
slowly tilted downwards during filming,
e The Anti-Ground-Filming feature is not
filming.
recommended to turn off the Movie Camera with the [POWER] ON/OFF Switch.
intended to replace the manual stopping of
Advanced Operations
46
Using the Car Battery Cord (Optional)
/
í
/
Car Battery Cord
VW-ACC2E
(optional)
7 = = ing
) Y LA — Terminal
yA oy Audio Input
À Audio In «4 Socket (L)
if Socket (El (White)
Y
(Red)
\
Video Input
Audio/Video Cable Socket
(supplied) (Yellow)
Notes:
. The Car Battery Cord can only be used with 12 V
DC negative-grounded vehicles.
. Do not start the car engine while the Movie Camera
is being powered by the car battery.
. ifthe voltage drops suddenly e.g. because the car
air-conditioner is turned on, the Movie Camera is
automatically turned off to protect it. Wait about
10 seconds before turning it on again.
. Some cars, RVs and campervans use 24 V. Piease
confirm with vendor that your vehicle uses 12 V
before using the Car Battery Cord. lf used on 24 V,
damage may occur and is not covered by warranty.
Start the engine and then plug the Car Battery
Cord into the Cigarette Lighter Socket.
Connect the other end ot cord to the DC input
Socket on the Movie Camera.
>> Tarminal
F 'C- 1 EII
Using the Suppiled 21 pin Adaptor and
Audio/Video Cable
Connect after turning off the Movie Camera and the TV
Set.
EH Activate the Playback Operation
(p. 20)
Editing a Previously Recorded Tape
To Audio
Input ©
Socket (L)
_ Audio/Video cable
(supplied)
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DO oO {not supplied)
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|
He
To Audio — To Audic Audio
Input о t (L)
= Socket (R оске
À (A)
he
To
à ToS-Video | Video
(PSN Le Input Input
Socket | Socket
= |
ei
S-Video Cable (supplied} |.
Audio/Video Cable (supplied) | :
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To Audio
Input
7 Socket(L)
A SN
To Audio | Video
Input | in
put
Socket (R) |. Socket
Audio/Video cable |;
Sr (supplied) I
Pm Er we
Connect the Movie Camera to the VTR using the
Supplied Audio/Video Cable, S-Video Cable or
21 pin-Adaptor.
E Operations
Playback Unit (Movie Camera); 000
Recording Unit (VTA): IDO
O Insert the recorded video cassette for playback into
the Movie Camera.
Find the point on the tape where you want to cut and
note the tape counter position.
O Rewind the tape and find the point where the
dubbing is to start.
(3) Insert the video cassette for recording into the VTA
and put it in the Recording Pause Mode. Also read
the Operating instructions of the VTR.
The picture quality deteriorates slightly in the
dubbing process, however, this can be minimized
by selecting the standard recording speed (SP
Mode) on the VTR.
© Start the playback.
(5) Press the Pause-Still Button to start recording.
© Press the Pause/Still Button at the point where the
dubbing is to end.
The VTR is now in the recording pause mode.
(7) When the next scene which you want to record
appears, press the Pause/Still Button one more
time,
Options/Editing
47
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Editing a Previously Recorded Tape (cont.)
A. 5pin Edit Cable
VW-K10E
Audio/Video Cable
3.5 mm
VA Synchro-Edit
Cable
5 pin Edit Cable
Y W-
EC310E
5 pin Edit
Audio/Video Cable Cable
Audio/Video Cable
Lem
3) Infra-Red
Remote Control
Information
5 pin Edit
Cable U fl
VW-EC1E
I:
E [NEW EDIT E] Socket
By connecting a Panasonic Editing Controller
(optional) to this socket as weil as to a Panasonic VTR
equipped with Edit Socket, highly precise and speedy
editing becomes possibie.
The following types of Editing Controller can be used
with this Movie Camera.
1) Connecting the Movie Camera to a Panasonic VIR
equipped with synchro-edit socket (3.5 mm stereo
jack) as the recording unit, using the 5 Pin Synchro
Cord VW-K10E (optional).
e This is a single event edit controlling system.
Therefore, the user needs to know the start and
end points of the scene to be edited and needs to
start and stop the editing manually.
2) Connecting the Movie Camera to a of Panasonic
VTA equipped with 5 pin edit socket as the
recording unit, using the Editing Controller
VW-EC310E (optional).
e This Editing Controlier can be programmed for
automatic editing of up to 8 scenes.
eWhen using this Editing Controller, be sure to
edit with the "Standard-Speed Mode”.
Connecting the Movie Camera to any brand of VTR
equipped with Infra-Red Remote Controller as the
recording unit, using the Editing Controller
VW-EC1E (optional).
e This Editing Controlier can be programmed for
automatic editing of up to 4 scenes.
3
Lo
Note:
The tull instructions as written in the Operating
Instructions of the Editing Controllers and the 5 pin
Synchro Cord must be followed or the edit function
may not operate correctly.
This may not be a fault of the Movie Camera.
NEW EDIT
9
Using the VITC Function
m VITC
As an address (individual number) is recorded for
each frame, it is possible to find the accurate
position of any desired scene or picture ón a tape
by checking the address during playback. This
address is called “Time Code”.
Since the VITC signals (Vertical Interval Time
Code) are recorded together with the picture
signals, (however, in a part that is not visible on
the TV screen), they will not be cancelled even
when the video cassette is taken out from the
Movie Camera or the Movie Camera is switched
off. This makes it possible to check the precise
position of any desired picture at any time.
Notes:
1. The number indicated in the Viewfinder (Linear
Counter or VITC Counter) is output through the
[NEW EDIT E] Socket.
2. Do not switch between the “Linear Counter”
and the "VITC” counter during editing with an
Editing Controller.
3. Be sure to playback the last part of the
recording to Initialize the VITC signal and
ensure that the information is recorded onto
the tape after:
(A) Hemoving and reinserting the video
casseite you have been filming on.
(B) Performing Rew or FF.
{C} Filming midway through a video cassette.
4. As the VITC Counter Indication displayed
during FF or REW is only a rough
approximation of the actual VITC value, it
cannot be used for checking the precise VITC
value (When performing FF or REW without
having performed any playback. the VITC
Counter Indication remains at zero.)
5. When editing with the Editing Controller
VW-EC10 (optional), set the User Code to the
“off” mode as explained in paragraph 3.6.2
Editing with “foreign” timecode’ if of its
Operation Manual,
6. To provide a blank leader portion {unrecorded
tape) at the beginning of each video cassette,
film for at least 20 seconds with the Lens Cap
attached to the Lens.
7. Each time you start filming, small jumps may
appear in the time code. Therefore, get into the
habit of always starting the filming approx.
5 seconds before the action you wish to record
actually starts.
E Notes only for Performing VITC Editing
with an Editing Controller
e During VITC editing with certain editing
controllers, an error message may appear and
prevent further editing. In this case, move the
editing point forwards or backwards approx.
1 second and try to start editing again.
| Type of user code
By selecting "DR-ON" or “DR-OFF™ for the
“VITC” in the MENU Mode, it is possible to select
the two types of user code system. For calling up
the MENU screen and selecting “DR-ON™ or
“DR-OFF" for the “VITC , see the page 32.
1) Recording of VITC Signals
During filming, YITC signals are also recorded
automatically.
e\When filming is started from an unrecorded part
of a video tape, the VITC number begins from
OHCOMOOSOOF
(Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Frames).
(1 Frame 125 8)
eWhen fiiming is started from the end of the
previousiy recorded part of a video tape, the
VITC number continues from the previously
recorded VITC number.
COUNT-R FESE-
о ©
To check the VITC number, press the
[COUNTER] Button to make the VITC Counter
Indication appear In the Viewfinder.
N “VITO” . “DR-ON”
eThe "DR" mark is displayed in the Viewfinder.
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s The camera information and the datesrtime will
also be recorded,
Note:
When using a VITC editing controller or another
brand than Panasonic to edit a recording made
with selecting “DR-ON" for the “VITC”, accurate
editing may not be possible. To ensure accurate
editing with other brand VITC editing controllers,
select "DR-OFF" for the *VITC™ before filming.
Ш “VITC”” -. ‘DR-OFF”
eThe camera information and the date:time will
not be recorded, therefore, it cannot be
displayed during playback.
Options/Editing
49
50
SEE Ee. — --
:2| Playback of VITC Signals
sWhen a tape without recorded VITC signal is
played back. or when the VITC signal drops out
during the playback, the VITC Counter in the
Viewfinder will show '--H--M--5S--F”.
E Playing back a recording made with
“VITC” set to “DR-ON” —_
Checking the VITC number and the camera
information is possible by repeatedly pressing the
COUNTER] Button during playback in the VTR
mode.
E Camera Information
The camera information (zoom magnification,
manual focus. shutter speed. iris setting, etc.) is
automatically recorded together with the VITC
signais. This information can be checked in the
Viewfinder during playback. The date and time are
also automatically recorded as part of the camera
information, They can be checked in the
Viewtinder during playback by pressing the
[DATETIME! Button. (p. 10)
E Playing back a recording made with
“VITC” set to “DR-OFF”
eWhen Selecting "DR-OFF" far the "VITC”, the
date:time and camera information cannot be
displayed during playback. Even if the
[DATE/TIME] Button is pressed, only bars will be
displayed as shown below.
——";
eThe camera information and the date/time
cannot be displayed during playback.
Using the Audio Dubbing
Function
ЦВ!
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MENS:
ADUB i PLAY
ADUBE> A) =
4 PAUSE cree 7
i
Audio Dubbing can be performed by using the
stereo microphone or an extemal microphone.
Insert the recorded cassette with the
record prevention tab Intact.
Press the [PLAY] Button In the VTR mode.
Play back the tape to locale the point where
you want to start the Audio Dubbing.
Press the [PAUSE] Button.
Press the [A.DUB] Button.
The "ADUB IF" Indication appears in the
Viewfinder.
Operate the audio source unit.
Press the [PAUSE] Button again.
eThe Audio Dubbing starts.
eThe “ADUB >” indication anpears in the
Viewfinder.
7 Press the [STOP] Button.
The Audio Dubbing stops.
E When playing back a cassette tape on
which audio dubbing has been
performed...
Use the Audio Selector Switch to select the sound
to be played back.
on О N
Hi-Fi: The original sound (sound before
performmg audio dubbing) alone can
be heard.
МЕХ: The origina! and the dubbed sound
can be heard mixed together.
NORMAL: The Dubbed sound alone can be
heard.
Optional Accessories
Battery Pack
VW-VBS10E
VW-VBH10E
\ “Battery Pack
- VW-VBS20E
; VW-VBH20E
Car Battery Charger '
VW-KBC2E
Car Battery Cord
VW-ACC2E
5 Pin Synchro Cord
VW-K10E
Da == © ===
PAYS VAS
VW-SHCSSE
Ciltar Kit
1 LAR" al FEE
VW-LF37E
(Stereo-type)
(Mono-type)
Special Effect Filter Special Effect Filter , Tele Conversion Wide Conversion Standard Tripod
Kit (A) Kit (B) - Lens Lens VZ-CT55E
VW-LFA37E : VW-LFB37E : VW-LT3714E VW-LW3707E
; Deluxe Tripod Table Tripod Cassette Adaptor Editing Controller Editing Controller
VZ-CT75E VZ-CTTIE : VW-TCA7E VW-ECS310E VW-ECTE
À E | Nf
КМ ss | X=
Y ; |
Video Titler RF Adaptor - Microphone Microphone Microphone
VW-VT1B VW-RF7E RP-VMS65E RP-VM130E RP-VM70E
(Mono-type)
CC CE
Notes:
eConsult your dealer for detalis of oiñer accessories
not listed here.
eWhen using the Video OC Light and the microphone,
the Shoe Adaptor (optional) is necessary.
e Some accessories listed above may not be available
in some countries.
E Lens Hood
Before attaching an optionai filter or conversion lens.
first remove the Lens Hood from the Movie Camera.
E-Basery Pack | .. a. _——. | Max. Filming
= No. PIRE LR "LIN IPRA RU CRULSS Time -
VW-VBS10E Approx. 65 min. Anprax. 40 min.
VW-VBS20E Approx. 130 min. Approx. 80 min.
VW-VBH10E Approx. 80 min. Approx. 50 min.
VW-VBH20E | Approx. 160 min. ; Approx. 100 min.
e To remove the Lens Hood, press with the palm of
your hand against it and turn in the direction of the
Options/Editing
Adjusting the Length of the Grip Belt
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
1 Shoulder Strap: 9 More than
Hoider
52
Adjust the Grip Belt so that the Record Start/Stop
Button can easily be pressed with the thumb and the
{W - T] Zoom Lever can be pushed with the index
finger. . Ce
1 Unfasten the velcro tape closure.
2 Adjust the length to the size of your hand.
3 Fasten the velcro tape ciosure.
1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the
Shoulder Strap Holder.
Securely attach the end of the Shoulder Strap.
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Attach the other end of the Strap in the same
way.
Slide the [EJECT] Lever and remove the video
cassette.
Тит the [POWER] ON/OFF Switch in.
(The Movie Camera is switched off.)
Slide the [BATTERY EJECT] Lever and remove
the Battery Pack.
Attach the Lens Cap.
Retract the Viewfinder.
Note:
Remove the Battery Pack from the Movie Camera after
use and keep it in a coo! place. if the Battery Pack
remains attached to the Movie Camera, a smail
amount of current fiows to the Movie Camera even if
the [POWER] ON/OFF Switch is tumed in, and this
shortens the battery life,
Cleaning the Viewfinder
Oh WN =
Grasp the projections on either side of the
Viewfinder and fully extend it.
Push the Viewfinder back in about 3 mm to
the arrow @.
Turn the Viewfinder counterclockwise until it
stops, and then puli it off.
Remove dust with a blower brush.
To re-attach the Viewfinder, align it as shown
in the illustration, slip it on as far as the arrow
@ and then turn it clockwise.
Preventing Accidental Erasure of Recordings
Adhesive Tape
When recording on a previously recorded tape, the
previously recorded contents will be erased and
replaced by the new recording. An important recording
can be protected against accidental erasure by
breaking off the tab. if the tab is removed, recording on
this Video Cassette is no longer possible.
E To protect important recordings against
accidental erasure:
Break off the tab with a screwdriver in the direction of
the arrow. -
E Recording onto a Video Cassette with a
Missing safety tab:
Cover the hole firmly with two layers of Adhesive Tape.
Miscellaneous/
Mo AE
53
54
a EG VI ij AE
Before Requesting Service
mater
Item Symptom Cause Action eme *
Using the eMovie Camera eNot attached. ® Attach it correctly.
Battery Pack does not turn on. 61192 24
и CS Po Not charged. eCharge it. 24
Зи = e Movie Camera eExhausted. else a fully charged one. 24 :
turns off too soon. —
e Filming was pause for e Turn the [POWER]
more than 6 minutes. ON/OFF in Switch
inwards to turn off the 13
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: turn it outwards again to
i turn on the Movie Camera.
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: the power ; goes not turn on. Switch is not
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inserted. intact erasure prevention 8
tab.
=} # Tape has reached [5 | Insert a new one. 8
its end. |
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Ca, ‚ the zoom operation very quiet. , Microphone (optional). 5
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cannot be | | TT 10 ©
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250 : not displayed in the not pressed. : Button. 12
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J | e Button-Type Battery is | e Replace it with a new 10
+ exhausted. CR2032.
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in the Viewfinder. to an approved repair —
agent.
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not turned [VTR:CAMERA] Button 20
outwards. so that the “VTR"
Indication Lamp lights up.
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Cautions
In case of abnormal operation of this unit (e.g. if
it emits smoke or same unusual smell),
immediately stop the operation and consult
qualified service personnel.
Bl Cautions for Use of the Movie Camera
*When a thunderstorm approaches, stop using it.
(If the AC Adaptor is being used, disconnect it
from the mains outlet.)
e Do not aim the Lens at the sun.
(This could damage internal parts of the Movie
Camera.)
e Do not use it in the water or in places where water
or some other liquid could splash on it.
(If it is accidentally dropped into water while the
AC Adaptor is being used, disconnect it from the
mains outlet.)
Do not use it with the cassette compartment facing
down.
(This could cause uneven winding of the tape.)
e Do not insert or remove the video cassette in dusty
places.
* Do not use the Viewtinder as a carrying handle
when transporting the Movie Camera.
e Do not disassemble or reconstruct it.
e Do not subject it to strong vibrations or shocks.
Handle it with care to prevent accidentally
dropping it.
e Do not insert any foreign objects into the Movie
Camera nor spill water into if.
e Do not use it in areas with strong electric fields.
(This could negatively influence the picture
quality.)
#Do not operate it near a TV set or a radio.
(This could distort the picture and sound
reception.)
eDo not use it in places with steam or oily smoke.
eWhen unplugging the mains cable, pull it by the
plug. not by the cable.
H Cautions for Cleaning the Movie Camera
¢Do not use benzine, thinner or other chemicals for
cleaning, because they could change the colour
and damage the surface of the camera body.
eWhen using a chemically treated cloth for
cleaning, carefully follow the instructions for its
use.
e Wipe the Movie Camera with a clean, dry cloth.
Never use cleaning fluid or other chemicals.
o Clean the lens only with a blower brush (used for
photo cameras) or special lens cieaning tissue
(used for glasses and cameras).
HN Cautions for Storage
e Do not store this Movie Camera in the following
places.
Places exposed to direct sunlight.
Places with high temperature and high humidity
(e.g. in a closed car or in a bathroom).
Near heaters.
e Do not leave it in direct contact with rubber or
plastic products for a long time.
eKeep it out of reach of children.
E Cautions for Transport
e When not actually filming, carry it in a specially
designed Carrying Case.
e Keep the packing materials. When transporting it
in the future, pack it in the same way as you
purchased it.
Condensation
it Condensation Has Formed Inside the Movie
Camera, Filming is Not Possible.
Ш Symptoms of Condensation
eif the following symptoms occur, condensation has
formed inside the Movie Camera.
O The Condensation Indication in the Viewfinder
flashes.
(After this indication flashes for a few seconds,
the Movie Camera will automatically turn itself
off again.)
O When turning on the Movie Camera, it turns
itself off.
(However, the Movie Camera also turns itself
off when the Battery Pack is exhausted.)
ME Remedy
e Wait a few hours before operating the Movie
Camera again.
(The actual time depends on the surrounding
conditions.)
e Turn on the Movie Camera.
e Contirm that the Condensation Indication is not
displayed any more.
e For added safety, wait about 1 more hour.
ME Remarks about Condensation
eo Condensation can form if the Movie Camera is
suddenly brought from cold surroundings to a
place where it is hot or humid.
o Since condensation forms gradually, there may
already be some condensation inside the Movie
Camera even before the Condensation Indication
begins to Hash.
en an extremely cold place, condensation may
freeze and turn into frost. As the Movie Camera
cannot detect frost, the Condensation Indication
does not appear until the frost melts.
# Precautions against Condensation
When moving it from a very cold place to a very
warm piace, keep it in a tightly closed plastic bag or
similar to prevent condensation from forming.
Questions & Answers
1 Power Sources
Q: What types of power sources can be used for this Movie Camera? And how are they used?
A: There are basically the following 3 different power sources,
1) Battery Pack: Use it when filming outdoors and indoors, when there is no mains socket available,
2) AC Adaptor: Use it to connect the Movie Camera to a mains socket when filming indoors or near a
mains socket outdoors.
[t can also be used to save Battery Pack power when setting the time and date of the
built-in clock, or when trying out some camera functions.
3) Car Battery Cord: Use the Car Battery Cord (optional) to connect the Movie Camera to the cigarette
lighter socket.
Q: Why isn't the Battery Pack sold in charged condition?
A: Ni-Cd (Nickel-Cadmium) Battery Packs or Ni-MH (Nickel-Hydrogen) Battery Packs can be used with this
Movie Camera. Both types are subject to self-discharging, i.e. their capacity will decrease gradually when
they are left unused after charging. In one month, the capacity decreases by approx. 20%. Therefore, to
ensure that you have the maximum charge available for filming, be sure to charge the Battery Packs no more
than a few days before using them.
Q): In spite of fully charging a Battery Pack, its operation time is much shorter than
expected...?
A: This may be due to one of the following reasons:
1) The maximum operation time of the Battery Pack listed in the Operating Instructions is for continucus
filming at an ambient temperature of 20°C, However, the use of the zoom and other functions increases
the power consumption, so that the actual recording time per Battery Pack is 30% —50% less than for
continuous filming.
2) The Battery Pack is used at the place with low temperature e.g. a ski slope.
The useful operation time of the Battery Pack becomes shorter as the ambient temperature gets lower.
When filming on a ski slope, for example, it may be possible to film no longer than $ minutes, even when
using a fully charged Battery Pack. Therefore, it is recommended fo take along 3-5 times as many
charged Battery Packs as you would for filming at normal temperature. Also, using large-capacity Battery
Packs will give you double the uninterrupted filming time of normal ones.
Q: Are there any ways to refresh the Battery Pack whose useful operation time has become
very short?
A: Refreshing Battery Packs is possible with the following procedures:
Continue charging the Battery Pack for an additional 24 hours after the Charging Indication Lamp goes out.
However, if the useful operation time is still too short for normal use, even after this procedure, the service life
of the Battery Pack has reached its end.
Q: How often can a Battery Pack be recharged?
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Approx. 200 times.
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How can one distinguish charged from discharged Battery Packs?
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Miscellaneous/
Care of Unit
There is no difference in appearance. Therefore, it is recommended to make use of the marker on the Battery
Pack.
For example, slide the marker so that the red dot is visible for a charged Battery Packs and slide it the other
way so that the red dot is not visible for partially or completely discharged Battery Packs.
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Questions & Answers (cont.)
Q: Are there any points to observe for effective use of the Battery Pack?
A: Observe the following points faithfully.
1) Charge the Battery Pack immediately before use or on the day before.
2) When the filming of a scene is finished, turn off the Movie Camera.
3} Since the operation time of the Battery Pack becomes shorter at low ambient temperature, wrap the
Movie Camera with a towel or blanket so that it does not get cold when carrying it outside.
4) When the Battery Pack is not being used. remove it from the Movie Camera and store it in a cool place.
If the Battery Pack is left attached to the Movie Camera for a long period of time, excessive discharging
may occur, and it will not be possible to use such a Battery Pack again.
5) When carrying or storing the Battery Pack, ensure that no metal objects e.g. keys. etc. touch the
connectors of the Battery Pack.
Q: After turning on the Movie Camera, the “CAMERA” Indication Lamp flashes and the Movie
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1) The Battery Pack is completely discharged.
2) Condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera.
Q: About 6 minutes after turning on the Movie Camera, it turns itself off again...
7 Ifthe Movie Camera is left in the Filming Pause Mode (PAUSE) for more than 6 minutes, 1t will automatically
turn itself off to protect the video tape.
Turn it on again to start filming.
(The Movie Camera turns itself off, even if no video cassette is inserted.)
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Can the AC Adaptor be used in any country?
Yes. if can be used ail over Ihe world.
The AC Adaptor adjusts automatically to local voltage (100 V, 120 V, 220 V or 240 V). (However, since the
shape of the mains socket differs almost from country to country, mains adaptor plugs are necessary. Before
travelling abroad, confirm what type of mains socket is used in the country of your destination and take along
the matching adaptor plug.)
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2 Video Cassettes
Q: What kind of video cassettes can be used in this Movie Camera?
A: Allvideo cassettes carrying the “VHS [C]” or “S-VHS [CT logo mark can be used.
[C] stands for “Compact”.
Q: What is the difference between ‘VHS’ and ''S-VHS” video cassettes? Are they
compaiibie?
A: "VHS" stands for Video Home System. "S-VHS” stands for Super Video Home System. The S-VHS system
was developed based on the VHS system to provide enhanced picture resolution and higher overall picture
quality. For this reason, it is named “Super”.
When recording (filming) in the S-VHS system, these recordings can only be played back on equipment
carrying the "S-VHS” or “SOPB” logo mark.
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Is it possible to record on the both sides of a video tape?
No. Video cassettes can only be recorded on one side.
Therefore, there is only one way in which video cassettes can be inserted into the Movie Camera or a VTR.
Insert it in the direction indicated by the arrow on the video cassette.
How often can a video cassette be used?
In normal use approx. 100 times.
Does removing the video cassette in bright daylight erase part of the recording?
No. Video cassettes contain magnetic tape, and light does not negatively influence it.
Does the security scanning equipment at airports damage video cassettes?
No.
Is there any way to protect important recordings against accidental erasure by recording
again on a previously recorded tape?
If the tab of a video cassette is broken out, it cannot be recorded any more.
However, when you want to record again on that video cassette, firmly cover the hole where the tab was with
two [ayers of adhesive tape.
What precautions must be observed for handling video cassettes?
Special attention should be paid to the following points:
1) Before inserting a video cassette into the Movie Camera, make sure that the tape is tight. 1f it is loose, turn
the cog wheel to tighten it.
2) After filming, remove the video cassette from the Movie Camera, put it back into its case and store it in
vertlcal position. Stacking the video cassettes could deform them and damage the edges of the tape.
3) Since the video cassettes are easily affected by dust, high humidity and high temperature, store them in a
cool place that is not exposed to direct sunlight.
4) Do not place them near electronic equipment with a strong magnetic field.
5) Be sure to fully rewind the tape to its beginning before storing the video cassette.
6) Expose the tape to air by fast-forwarding and then rewinding it once a year.
1 filmed in the S-VHS system, but my home VTR uses only the VHS system. How can | play
back?
1) Connect the S-VHS Movie Camera with an AV Cable directly to the TV set and play back on the Movie
Camera.
2) Or connect the S-VHS Movie Camera with an AV Cable to the VHS VTR and (by using the S-VHS Movie
Camera as playback unit and the VHS VTR as recording unit) copy the video movie over into the VHS
system.
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Questions & Answers (cont.)
3 Filming _
Q: Is it possible to film at night or In a dimly lit room?
А: Atthe light of at least one candle, filming is still possible.
In the specifications, the minimum required illumination is listed as 1 lux. As a rough estimate. at a distance of
30 cm, the light cast by a burning candle is 7 lux. Since the minimum required illumination is lower than this,
filming is possible.
{To brighten up a dark scene, use the Low Light Mode.)
Q: What precautions must be observed for titming performances on a stage?
A: A subject that is brightly lit by spot-lights surrounded by dark parts of the stage or hali may result in excessive
contrast and cause the subject 10 appear whitish in the playback picture. To prevent this, zoom in on the
subject so that the brightly lit area fills most of the picture.
Q: Faces in the playback picture appear dark...?
A: This may be due to the following reasons:
1) When filming backlit scenes:
lt is a basic rule to fiim your subjects with the sun in your back, just like for taking photos. Aiso zoom in on
the subject so that strong light sources are no longer ciose to the subject in the picture, and then start
filming. Be careful when filming outside from inside a room, beacause the same phenomenon could occur.
In some situations, using the Video DC Light (optional) may help to brighten up the subject.
2) The surroundings are too bright. When filming on a beach in summer or on a ski siope. the light may be
too strong because of the added light reflection from the water, sand or snow, causing the subject to
appear dark in the playback picture. Zoom in on the subject so that strong light sources are no longer
close to the subject in the picture, and then start filming.
Q: What precautions must be observed for fliming on a beach?
A: Pay attention to the following 4 points:
1) Splashing Sea Water
Water. especially saltwater, splashing on the Movie Camera may cause mold. Take care that no water
splashes onto the camera. If saltwater has splashed on it, or if it was exposed to a sea breeze (containing
salt), wipe it with a clean, damp cloth after filming.
2) Sand (Dust)
Take great care that fine sand does not enter the Movie Camera, as it can cause serious malfunction.
Also. do not insert or remove the video cassette in places with much dust.
3) Heat (High temperature)
Almost the entire body of the Movie Camera is black. If it is exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, the
temperature inside it will rise excessively and cause malfunction.
4) Light (Too Bright
The reflection of light on a beach in summer is much stronger than may be realized. Just like you can see
much more comfortably under such conditions if you wear sunglasses, the pictures filmed with the ND
Filter attached to the lens will be much more comfortable to watch.
“ND” stands for Neutral Density, and this filter reduces strong light in a similar way as sunglasses, but
without tinting the picture brown.
Q: While filming with the Movie Camera, is It possible to monitor the picture ona TV set?
A: Yes. Simply use an Audio/Video Cable to connect the Video Output Socket of the Movie Camera with Video
Input Socket of a VTR or of a TV set and select the video playback channel on the TV set.
Q: is it possible to film without sound?
A:
If the Movie Camera is equipped with a socket for connecting an external microphone, insert an M3 type plug
(that is not connected to anything) into the socket. This deactivates the built-in microphone.
Q:
A:
What precautions must be observed for filming in a cold place, for example on a ski slope?
Pay attention to the following points.
1) Protection against Water (Snow)
Take care that the Movie Camera does not get wet with snow.
Even if only very little snow is left on the Movie Camera, it may melt and flow inside. Therefore, prepare a
plastic bag. some other waterproof bag or a towel or small blanket. After filming, wrap the Movie Camera
with a towel or blanket ete. and put it into the plastic bag.
2) Protection against Cold (Low temperature)
The temperature range for normal operation of the Movie Camera is 0°C-40°C. The colder the ambient
temperature becomes, the shorter becomes the operation time of the Battery Pack. Be sure to take along
extra Battery Packs. After use, wrap the Movie Camera with a towel or blanket, etc. to keep it warm.
3) Strong Light (Too bright)
On a ski slope, the direct sunlight and the light reflected by the snow surface is surprisingly strong.
As the iris automatically adjusts to the white snow, the people and their colourful ski wear will appear too
dark in the playback picture.
To prevent this, zoom in on the subject so it occupies as much as possible of the picture, or use an ND
Filter (optional).
4) Condensation (When the Movie Camera is brought from cold surroundings into a warm room)
When you bring the Movie Camera from a ski slope, etc. into a warm room, condensation will form inside
the Movie Camera and the video cassette. This is the biggest danger to the proper functioning of the
Movie Camera. [f the Condensation Indication appears in the Viewfinder, filming is no longer possible.
Immediately take out the video cassette and turn the Movie Camera off. Wait for the Movie Camera to
warm up and turn it on about once an hour to check if the Condensation Indication is still visible. It may
take several hours before this indication disappears and filming can be resumed.
To prevent condensation from forming, wrap the Movie Camera with a towel ar small blanket to prevent it
from getting cold during filming.
Before taking the Movie Camera into a warm room, put it into a plastic bag and close it tightly. Do not take
it out of the bag for at least one hour, so that it can slowly acclimate to the room temperature.
4 Playback
Q:
A:
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Is it possible to play back video cassettes filmed in a foreign country via a TV set in that
country?
Basically, there are 3 television systems used in the world. If the TV set uses the same television system as
the Movie Camera, it can be used for playback.
1) PAL (Great Britain, Germany, Australia, Holland, Italy, Spain, China, etc.)
2) SECAM (France, Greece, Iran, Russia, etc.)
3) NTSC (USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Philippines, etc.)
When playing back on a VTR a video cassette recorded with the Movie Camera, some noise
bars appear in the picture. How can | eliminate them?
The tracking of the two units is not precisely matched.
Eliminate the noise bars by adjusting with the tracking control on the VTR.
When filming and playback are performed on the same unit, the tracking will match precisely.
The Movie Camera Is connected to the Movie Camera. However, no playback picture
appears on the TY screen...?
Select the video playback channel on the TV set,
The red lever on the side of the Cassette Adaptor stands out and prevents inserting the
Cassette Adaptor into the VTR...?
Insert a battery (R6) into the Cassette Adaptor. If the battery is exhausted, replace it with a new one.
Miscellaneous/
Care of Unit
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AC Adaptor {p. 6, 24)
AC Mains Cable (p. 6. 24)
[AE] Dial {p. 13, 26, 28, 35, 36)
Anti-Ground-Fitming Function (p. 38)
[AUDIO OUT] Socket (p. 6)
Auto Focus Mode (р. 26)
Auto Mode (p. 13)
Auto Power Save Function (p. 44)
Automatic White Baiance Mode {p. 28)
[AUDIO SELECT] Switch (p. 50)
[A.DUB] Button (p. 50)
Button-Type Battery Compartment (p. 10}
[BATTERY EJECT] Lever {p. 25)
Battery Pack (p. 24)
Before Requesting Service (p. 54)
с
"CAMERA" Indication Lamp (p. 8)
Camera Search Function (p. 42)
Car Battery Cord (p. 46)
Cassette Adaptor (p. 22)
[CHARGE Lamp (p. 24)
"CHK" Indication (p. 42. 45)
Condensation (p. 56)
Cue Playback (p. 20)
Camera Information (p. 50)
[DATE/TIME] Button {p. 10)
Date/Time Setting (p. 10)
DC Input Socket (p. 6)
Digital Dial (p. 38, 40)
Digital Image Stabilizer Mode {p. 38)
Digital Zoom Mode (p. 38)
Digital Zoom magnification (p. 38)
Digital Gain-up Mode (p. 38)
Digital Strobe Mode (p. 38)
Digital Mix Mode (p. 40)
Digital Wipe Mode (p. 40}
[EJECT] Lever (p. 8)
Error Code (p. 17)
Eyecup (p. 53)
Evepiece Corrector Fing (p.99 NT
[FADE] Button (p. 36)
FF (Fast-Fonward) (p. 20)
[FOCUS] Button (p. 26)
Focus Ring (p. 27)
Grip Belt {p. 52)
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Head Clogging (p. 55)
Index signal (p. 12. 19)
Infra-Red Sensor (p. 28)
11 EM/PAUSE] Button (р. 21. 33)
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Lens Cap (p. 8, 28)
Low Light Mode (p. 34)
Manual Focus Mode (p. 26)
Manual White Balance Mode {p. 28)
Max. Filming Time with Battery Pack {p. 25)
[COUNTER] Button (p. 14)
[MIC] Socket (p. 5)
[MENU/PLAY] Button (p. 21, 33)
Menu indication (p. 32)
[NEW EDIT E) Socket (p. 48)
Optional Accessories (p. 51)
Portrait Mode (p. 34)
[POWER] ON:OFF Switch (p. 8}
"POWER SAVE] Switch (p. 44)
[PHONES] Socket (р. 20)
Rec Check (p. 42)
Record Start/Stop Button (p. 12)
Remaining Tape Time (p. 14)
[RESET] Button (p. 14)
REW (Rewind) (p. 20)
Heview (p. 20)
[RF DC OUT] Socket (p. 4)
Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 52)
Sports Mode (p. 34)
Standard Accessories (p. 3)
Still Playback (p. 21)
[S-VIDEO QUT] Socket (p. 7)
[SHUTTER:1RIS] Control (p. 37)
[SHUTTER:IRIS] Button (p. 37)
[SNAPSHOT REC] Button (p. 33)
[SET/STOP] Button (p. 21, 33)
Tape Counter (p. 14)
Tape Length (p. 15)
Tripod Receptacle (p. 5)
Tracking Adjustment (p. 42)
Viewfinder (p. 16}
[VIDEO OUT] Socket (p. 6)
Y 153 (p. 19)
“VTA” Indication Lamp (p. 20)
VITC (p. 49)
Warning/Alarm Indication (p. 16)
[W.B] Button (p. 29)
[We T] Zoom Lever (p. 13}
Zoom (p. 12)
Zoom magnification (p. 12)
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Specifications 2A]
S-VHS-C Movie Camera
Information for your safety
Power Source: 24.8 V (Battery Pack) —
6.0 V (AC Adaptor) ;
Power
Consumption: 8.3 W(Battery Pack ==
Operation) 2
eo The rating plate is on the bottom side of the Movie
Camera.
Video Recording
System: Rotary four heads, helical
scanning system
Tape Speed: 23.39 mm/s
Tape Format:
Recording/Playback
Time:
VIDEO
Television System: CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields
PAL colour signal
Modulation System: Luminance; FM azimuth
recording
Colour signal; Converted
subcarrier
phase shift
recording
VIDEO OUT (PHONO:
1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
unbalanced
S-Video Out; 1.0 Vp-p,
75 ohm unbalanced
S-VHS-C/VHS-C tape
45 min. with NV-SEC45XD
Output Level:
AUDIO
Output Level: AUDIO OUT (PHONO);
—6 dB. 47 kobm loaded
Phones (M3): —22.5 dB
32 ohm loaded
Input Level: MIC IN (M3); —70dB,
4.7 kohm or
more
unbalanced
Audio Track: 1 track (Normat-Monaural)
2 channels
(Hi-Fi Sound-Stereo)
Image Sensor: 14-inch CCD Image Sensor
Lens: 10:1 Variable Speed Power
Zoom Lens with Digital Al
Auto Focus
Focal Length; 4.6-46 mm
F1.8
Auto Iris
Filter Diameter: 37 mm
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Printed in Japan
VOTS742
F0694S0-1000 &
LULU
Viewfinder:
Standard
Illumination:
Minimum Required
Hiumination:
Video Horizontal
Resolution:
Signal-to-Noise
Ratio:
Audio Frequency
Hesponse:
Operating
Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:
Dimenstons:
AC Adaptor
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Power Source:
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DC Output:
Made
Consumption:
0.5-inch Electronic
Viewfinder
1,400 lux
1 Lux (Digitat Gain-up Mode)
5-VHS: More than
400 lines
(S-VIDEQ OUT)
VHS; More than 250 lines
Video: More than 43 dB
Audio; More than 47 dB
{Hi-Fi}
More than 41 dB -
{Normal}
Hi-Fi; 50-20,000 Hz
Normal, 80-8.000 Hz
0°С-40°С a
10% -BO%
Approx. 820 g
(without Battery Pack}
Арргох. 111 (Му) ж 116 (Н}х
215 (D} mm
Information for your safety
AC 100-240 V, =
50—60 Hz :
(Automatic voltage
adjustment)
HOLE Н1
25 W
DC 6.0 V. 8.5 W
{Movie Camera
Operation)
ОС 4.8 М, 1.2 А
(Battery Pack Charging)
«The rating plate is on the bottom side of the AC
Adaptor.
Weight:
Dimensions:
Approx. 210g
{without AC Cable)
Approx. 72 (W} x 39 {H) x
143 (D) mm
THIS APPARATUS WAS PRODUCED TO BS800.
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co, Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288. Osaka 530-91. Japan