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Dear Cust Omer, 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
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock
Nazard and annoying interference, use
only the recommended accessories
and do not expose this equipment to
rain or moisture.
Do not remove the cover (or back);
there are no user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service narson nel.
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if a new plug is to be fi fitted please observe the
wiring Code as shown below
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified
electrician.
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The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the foliowing code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
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three-pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please
ensure inal ine repiacement fuse has a rating
of 5 amperes and it is approved by ASTA or
=- BSlto BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark @ or the BSI mark
Y 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 ba purchased
from your local Panasonic Dealer.
= IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET
IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD
BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF
AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE |S A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE Te EZ)
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= of this appliance may not correspond with the
= VHS-C Movie Camera coloured markings identifying the terminals in
> The rating plate is on the bottom side of the your piug, proceed as follows:
= Movie Camera. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
= AC Adaptor connected to the terminal in the plug which is
= eThe rating plate is on the bottom side of the marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
= AC Adaptor. . La =
= eAs this AC Adaptor gets hot during use, The wire which is coloured BROWN must be -
a operate it in a well ventilated place; do not connected to the terminal in the plug which is =
> не marked with the letter L or coloured RED. *
= use It in a tight enclosure. ;
= , . Under no circumstances should either of =
- Caution for AC mains lead these wires be connected to the earth terminal ©
5 of the three pin plug, marked with the letter E =
=- For your safely, please read the foitowig text or the Earth Symbol! LL. =
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= This appliance is supplied with a moulded Remove the Connector Cover as foliows. =
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These operating instructions are for the two Movie Cameras models NV-VX5B and NV-VX1B. However, all
illustrations in this manual depict the model NV-VX5B.
Contents
Check List for the Standard Accessories ...... 4
Controlsand Functions ................... 5
Viewing onthe LCD Monitor ............... 8
Viewing Playback on the LCD Monitor with the
Movie Camera Placed on a Table ......... 9
Using the Remote Controller ............... 10
Using the AC Adaptor as a Power Supply
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Watching the Picture on a TV Set ........... 12
Charging the Battery Pack ............... 14
Attaching the Charged Battery Pack ......... 14
Powering the Movie Camera ON/OFF ...... 16
Inserting a Video Cassette .........—.e.—e.e—.er 16
Adjusting the Viewfinder .................. 16
SeitingtheDateand Time ................ 18
Inserting and Deleting the Date and Time ..... 18
Filming While Viewing on
the LCD Monitor 2.2.2002 20a anna kun 20
Filming with the LCD Monitor Facing Forward
and Using the Remote Controller .......... 22
Filming While Viewing in the Viewfinder .... 24
Making the Subject Larger or Smaller During
Filming (Zooming)... .. cc... ooo. 24
Using the Tape Counter Indication .......... 26
Using the Memory Function ................ 26
Confirming the Remaining Tape Time ........ 26
Quick Reference Guide to the LCD Monitor/
Viewfinder Indications .................. 28
Playing Back on the LCD Monitorora TV... 32
Rewinding or Fast-Forwarding the Tape ...... 32
Using the Cue, Review and Still Playback
Functions During Normal Playback ........ 32
Playing Back on a VCR, Using the Supplied
Cassefte Adaptor ........_ ............ 34
Advanced Operations
Filming in the Auto Focus Mode ............ 36
Filming in the Manual Focus Mode .......... 36
Filming with Automatic White Balance
Adjustment .......... cc ier creas -40
Filming with Manual White Balance
Adjustment ........4220 000404440121 0 440 40
Filming Fast-Moving Subjects .............. 44
Making Subjects Stand out Sharply from the
Background ...........o_e.erereereoe 44
Filming Dark Scenes More Brightly .......... 44
Filming Backlit Scenes ............._-—.——.——. 46
Fading [n the Picture and Sound ............ 46
Fading Out the Picture and Sound ........... 46
Checking the End of a Recorded Sceñe ...... 48
[Locating a Point Where You Wish to Add
R New Scene ..........co_eeexreererooo. 48
Eliminating Picture Distortions by Adjusting the
Tracking 2.0 i i eee as 48
Options/Editing
Using the Car Battery Cord (Optional) ........ 50
Playing back on a TV Set with 21-pin AV Input
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Editing a Previously Recorded Tape ....... .. 51
Optional Accessories ...........ere.eevrero 53
Attaching the Filter (Optional) ............... 54
Miscellaneous/Care of Unit
Adjusting the Length of the Grip Belt ......... 55
Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............._.. 55
Storage .........c_eeererecaruracean ram, 55
Cleaning the Viewfinder ................... 56
Preventing Accidental Erasure of
Recordings .......-.-.--—_— == 0.03.56
Lighting ........ iii en. 57
_ Standard Values of Brightness . ............. 57
- Before Requesting Service... ...-———«— «ma... O
Cautions .........e.-e.rerevedorverecare. 60
Condensation .......... iano. Bl
Questions & Answers ...........—reeeeomo. 62
Index 1....140 0e ce eee e menace nee user = 67
Specifications .............. cee... 69
Miscellaneous!
Basic Operations
: Options/Editing * Advanced Operations
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Check List for the Standard Accessories
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AC Adaptor Set
.... AC Adaptor Mains Calile
(VvSK0317) (VJADS40)
. DEC Input Cable
(VJA0941)
Battery Pack Shouider Strap
(VSB0200) (VFC1830)
__ Cassette Adaptor ~~ N e Battery
(VW-TCA7E) (R6)
— Audio/Video Cable 21-pin Adaptor
(VFADOS9) {VFAD152)
_ Remote Controller / "N 00 Button-Type
(VEQ1697) Battery (CR2025)
Remote Controller £ > Cleaning Tissue
' Holder (VGQ6893) ~_ TUT (VFCT792)
eWhen purchasing an additional AC Adaptor, order mode! number VW-AS4E.
e For purchasing additional Battery Packs, see the list of optional accessories on p. 53.
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Controls and Functions
For more details, see the pages indicated in brackets.
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1 Lens Cap (p. 16, 40, 55) 14 [REWK==] Button (p. 32, 48)
, Use this Button for:
2 Filming indicating Lamp e Recording Review
This Lamp lights during filming. e Review
3 Microphone eREW (Rewind)
; eo Camera Search
4 White Balance Sensor (p. 40)
| | 15 [PLAY] Button (p. 33)
5 Remote Control Receiver Window (p. 11)
16 [PAUSE] Button (p. 33)
6 [FOCUS] Button (p. 36) .
17 "VCR” Indication Lamp (p. 32)
7 Focus Ring (p. 37)
18 [VCR/CAMERA] Button (p. 32)
8 [AE] Dial (p. 25, 36, 40, 45) Press this Button to select the VCR” Mode for
Use this dial to set the desired AE mode. playback or the “CAMERA” Mode for filming.
9 LCD Support Leg (p. 9) 19 “CAMERA” Indication Lamp (p. 24)
10 Dew Sensor Slot 20 [DATE/TIME/SET - TRACKING >] Button
Through this slot, the Movie Camera detects
condensation. Take care not to let this slot
gets clogged with dirt and not to cover it with
your fingers, etc.
11 [DATE/TIME/SHIFT- « TRACKING] Button
(p. 18, 49)
Press this button to adjust the tracking in
order to eliminate distortions in the playback
picture, or press it to advance to the next item
during the setting of the date and time.
12 [SP/LP] Button (p. 24)
13 [MEMORY] Button (p. 26)
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24
(p- 18, 49)
Press this button to adjust the tracking in
order to eliminate distortions in the playback
picture, or press it to set the correct date and
time.
[TAPE] Button (p. 26)
[RESET] Button (p. 26)
[= YFF] Button (p. 32, 49)
Use this Button for;
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eFF (Fast-Forwarding)
eCamera Search
[STOP] Button (p. 33)
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25 Eyeplece Corrector Ring (p. 16) 38 [POWER] ON/OFF Switch (p. 16)
26 [EJECT 4] Lever (р. 16) 39 Tripod Receptacie
27 [BACKLIGHT] Button (p. 46) Attach a tripod (optional) to this receptacie.
28 [W-T] Zoom Lever (p. 25)
29 Speaker (p. 33)
30 LCD [OPEN] Lever (p. 8}
31 [BATTERY EJECT »] Lever {p. 15)
32 Filming Start/Stop Button (Red)
(p. 25)
33 Grip Belt (p. 55)
34 [VIDEO OUT] Socket (p. 12, 50,51)
35 [RF DC OUT] Socket
To play back vía a TV Set without AV input
Socket. connect this Socket to the RF IN
Socket of the TV Set using an RF Adaptor
(optional).
36 [AUDIO OUT] Socket (p. 12, 50, 51)
37 [EDIT] Socket (p. 52)
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[FADE] Button (p. 46)
[DATE/TIME] Button (p. 18)
[W.B] Button (p. 41)
Viewfinder (p. 16, 28)
Eyecup
Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 55)
[VOLUME] Control (p. 8, 33)
[BRIGHT] Control (p. 8)
[COLOUR] Control (p. 8)
LCD Monitor (p. 8)
Cassette Compartment Cover (p. 17)
Cassette Compartment [LOCK] Button
(р. 17)
[DC IN] Socket (p. 12, 50)
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Basic Operations
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Viewing on the LCD Monitor
The LCD is a large 4-inch screen (NV-VX55) or
3-inch screen (NV-VX1B). improved LCD backlight
transmission makes the picture extra bright. In
addition, special coating of the LCD's surface
diffuses the light from outside to minimize light
reflection, so the picture has vivid colours and is
easy to see.
E Opening the LCD Monitor
Ÿ slide the LCD [OPEN] Lever upwards.
eThe LCD Monitor pops open
2 Open the LCD Monitor to the click stop
(арргох. 90°).
H Closing the LCD Monitor
1 Push the LCD Monitor to close it until it
locks with a click.
Notes:
e Retum the LCD Monitor to its vertical position
before closing it. Also, make sure that the
Cassette Compartment Cover is securely closed
before closing the LCD Monitor.
elf the LCD Monitor is not completely closed, no
picture appears in the Viewfinder.
eOpening the LCD Monitor automatica!ly
tums off the Viewdinder. It is not possible to
view the picture on the LCD Monitor and in
the Viewfinder at the same time.
eThe following pages are mainly given for
the operation of the Movie Camera with
the LCD Monitor.
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E Adjusting the Picture Quality of the LCD
Monitor
Use the following controls to adjust the picture
quality when the LCD is not easy to see because
of the surrounding conditions.
© [VOLUME] Control
For adjusting the volume cf the sound.
@ [BRIGHT] Control
For adjusting the LCD's luminance intensity.
O [COLOUR] Control
For adjusting the LCD's colour saturation.
E Adjusting the Angle of the LCD Monitor
The LCD Monitor rotates upward up to 180° and
downward 90° from its normal vertical position.
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Viewing Playback on the LCD Monitor with the Movie Camera
Placed on a Table
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1 Slide the LCD [OPEN] Lever upwards.
e The LCD Monitor pops open.
Open the LCD Monitor to the click stop
(approx. 90°).
Turn the LCD Monitor so that it faces
forward (approx. 1807).
Close the LCD Monitor.
Extend the LCD Support Leg.
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Place the Movie Camera on a flat, stable
surface for playback.
Notes:
e|f you use the Remote Controller to operate the
Movie Camera, use it within approx. 1 meter from
the Movie Camera.
e During playback of scenes filmed with the LCD
Monitor facing forward, the Date and Time
Indications are not displayed. (This is because
the Date and Time Indications cannot be inserted
during filming with the LCD Monitor facing
forward.)
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E Operating Range for the
Remote Controller
E Controls and Functions
1 [WeT] Zoom Buttons (p. 25)
2 [REW] Button (p. 32, 481
Use this Buttan for:
e Recording Review
e Review
e REW (Rewind)
eCamera Search
[PAUSE] Button (p. 33)
Fiiming Start/Stop Button (». 25)
5 [FF] Button (p. 32,49)
Use this Button ‘or:
eCue
"FF (Fast-Forwarding)
eCamera Search
6 IPLAY] Button (p. 33)
7 [STOP] Button (p. 33)
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E How to insert the Button-Type Battery
1 Pull out the Battery Holder whiie pushing
the stopper.
2 Turn the Battery Holder upside down and
Insert the Battery with the (+) mark facing
downward until it iocks with a click.
3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote
Controller.
EH Replacing the Button-Type Battery
The life of the battery is about one year.
Replace the exhausted battery with a new CR2025
Battery.
information for your safety
WARNING
“THE LITHIUM BATTERY 1S A CRITICAL :
COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2025
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 MANUFACTURER.
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 BATTERY OR RE-USE IT FOR ANY
OTHER PURPOSE IT SHOULD BE
DISPOSED OF IN WASTE PRODUCTS
DESTINED FOR BURIAL RATHER THAN
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Remote Control
Receiver Window
Transmitter
Window
N Shoulder Strap
Adjuster
When you want to take part in the action that you
are filming, simply place the Movie Camera on a
tripod and then start and pause filming as well as
operate the zoom and other functions by pressing
a button on the Remote Controller. Aim it at the
Remote Control Receiver Window on the front of
the Movie Camera and press the corresponding
Button.
Notes:
eDo not cover the Transmitter Window on the
Remote Controller with your hand, etc.
sThe Remote Controller may not operate correctly
if it is used in direct sunlight, near fluorescent
lamps or too close to the Movie Camera. . .
eWhen using the Remote Controller outdoors,
operating range may become shorter than
5 metres,
Basic Operations
NM Using the Remote Controller Holder
(To keep the Remote Controlier handy when you
go out filming)
1 Remove one end of the Shoulder Strap
from the Movie Camera.
2 Remove the Shoulder Strap Adjuster.
3 Pull the Shoulder Strap in the direction of
the arrow through the two slits on the back
of the Remote Controller Holder.
Re-attach the Shoulder Strap Adjuster.
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Re-attach the Shoulder Strap to the Movie
Camera.
(See “Attaching the Shoulder Strap” on p. 55.)
6 Insert the Remote Controlier securely into
the Holder.
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Using the AC Adaptor as a
Power Supply Unit
| if you want to use the Movie Camera with the Battery
Pack. itis necessary to charge the Battery Pack first.
(p. 14)
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an DS [DC IN] Socket
> DC Input Cabte
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(Using the Audio/Video Cable)
Connect after turning off the Movie Camera and the TV
Set.
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Watching the Piclure on a TV Set |
Connect the Movie Camera to the TV set.
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Cautions for the AC Adaptor
Ш Cautions for Use
® This AC Adaptor works on any mains supply
voltage between 100 and 240 V, and any
frequency between 50 and 60 Hz. For use in
ather countries, an adaptor plug may be
necessary.
*Do not handle the AC Adaptor with wet hands.
BR Caution for Cleaning
Before cleaning the AC Adaptor, make sure that it
is disconnected from the AC mains socket.
Remarks, etc.
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Plug into
AC mains
socket.
Mains Cable
(not supplied)
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Socket
Audio/Video Cable
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To Audio Input :
_ Socket
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Camera win power, remove the Battery Pack from
the AC Adaptor as it cannot charge the Battery Pack
and provide power simultaneously.
: #Do not use the AC Adaptor for any purposes other
than supplying the unit with power or charging the
Battery Pack.
s\When listening to a radio while the AC Adaptor is in
operation. the radio reception may he distorted, In
this case, move the radio further away from the AC
Adaptor or move the adaptor away from the Radio.
eWhen not using the AC Adaptor, unplug its mains
cable from the AC mains socket. To unplug, pull it by
the plug. not by the cabie.
elf your TV set is not equipped with an AV input
Socket, the RF Adaptor (optional) is necessary. For
rts connectión, read ine operating instructions of ine
AF Adaptor (VW-RF7EN.
ee sure to turn the Movie Camera off before
connecting the RF Adapior.
eif vou want to connect the Movie Camera to a TV set
with a 21-pin AV Input Socket. see p. 50.
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” Do 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.)
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Charging the Battery Pack | ‘ 1
eBe sure to insert the mains plug completely into the
correct socket.
eDo not connect the DC Input Cable to the AC Adaptor
otherwise the Battery Pack cannot be charged.
ah Ali RAR {Mickel-Maetal-Hydride) Rateans Packs
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(VW-VBH10E and VW-VBH20E) may not pertorm
very well in cold conditions (e.g. the snow).
e Never remove the Battery Pack during filming or
playback, because the tape would remain in contact
with the video heads and this could cause damage to
the heads and tape.
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¡peas attached, the * [Sy ” indication in the
| ENS Viewfinder flashes, when you turn the
| Movie Camera on.
Charge Confirmation Marker
Use this marker to distinguish between charged and
discharged Battery Packs. For example, siide the
Button so that the dot is visible after charging is
completed.
TR | Attach the Battery Pack
ñ ET ! with its Charge
1 - | Confirmation Marker
do | facing upward.
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Cautions for Use
elf you want to improve the charge of a Battery
Pack whose operation time has become too
short for practical use or which has been stored
for a long time, continue charging for 24 hours
even after the [CHARGE] Lamp on the AC
Adaptor goes out, {If this does not result in an
operation time close to that shown in the table,
the service life of this Battery Pack has reached
its end. Replace it with a new one.)
eTo prevent leakage, excessive rise In
temperature and explosion. be sure to observe
the following points:
1) Use only the specified AG Adaptor or Car
Battery Charger to charge the Battery Pack.
2} Do not store or carry the Battery Pack with
any metal objects that may accidentally short
across the terminals.
e Do not charge the Battery Pack again when
it is already fully charged.
e During filming or charging, the Battery Pack
may become warm. This is normal, not a
malfunction.
3) Do not heat the Battery Pack or throw it into a
fire.
4) Do not disassemble, reconstruct or apply
solder to the Battery Pack.
Plug into AC mains
socket.
iug into Adaptor. /
Mains Cable
: (The times shown in the above chart are
Remarks, elc.
: Max. Continuous
- Battery Pack | Charging | Filming Time
No. Time =:
NY-VX5B NV-VX1B
Supplied 60 min. 35 min. 40 min.
VW-VBS10E 65 min. 40 min. 45 min.
— VW-VBS20E _ 130 min. 80 min. 90 min.
VW-VBH10E 80 min. 50 min. 55 min.
VW-VBH20E ! 160 min. 100 min, 110 min.
approximations.)
: @ Depending on the condition of the Battery Pack, the
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Removing the Battery Pack
lide it in the opposite direction to step 1.
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the Battery Pack, to
prevent it from dropping.
the right, be sure to hold |
charging time may be longer than listed above.
| «The figures in the table above are based on an
ambient temperature of 25°C.
eo The use of the zoom and other functions increase the
power consumption, so that the actual filming time
per Battery Pack is 30% —50% less than for
continuous filming.
es Charge the Battery Pack at a room temperature
between 10° and 35°C.
The Battery Pack's ability to generate electric energy
is based on a chemical reaction. Because this
reaction can take place better at high temperature,
the maximum filming time may be considerably
shorter when filming at low temperature.
eif the Movie Camera has turned off automatically
because the Battery Pack has become exhausted,
remove the Battery Pack before connecting the DC
Input Cable of the AC Adaptor to the Movie Camera
to continue filming, otherwise the Movie Camera
cannot be turned on.
| elf you have any problems with charging the Battery
Pack. refer to p. 62.
Basic Operations
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[POWER] ON/OFF Switch, the
"CAMERA" Indication Lamp
lights.
=e When you turn out the
CET e
Powering the Movie Camera
ON/OFF
Turn the [POWER] | Turn the [POWER]
ON/OFF Switch out. | ON/OFF Switch in.
Inserting a Video Cassette ;
Before inserting the Video Cassette, make sure that 2
the tape is tight. if it is loose, turn the cog wheel inthe EJECT à
direction of the arrow to tighten it. ГО
Cog Wheel «=
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Slide the LCD [CPEN] | Slide the {EJECT A]
Lever to open the LCD ¡; Lever to the left.
Monitor.
Adjusting the Viewfinder
Turn the [POWER] ' Eyepiece Corrector
ON/OFF switch out. | Ring
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Adjusting the Angle of the Viewfinder -
- @The tilting range of the Viewfinder is approx 75°.
e To return the Viewfinder to its original horizontal
position, turn it all the way down unit it locks with
a click.
Remarks, elc. | a В
| When you turn on the Movie Camera while a Video
Cassette is already inside, it is automatically put in the
: * Filming Pause Mode. (p. 21, 25)
M Ejecting the Video Cassette
After you have stopped filming, slide the [EJECT 4A]
Lever to the left. The Cassette Compartment Cover
opens after a few seconds and you can then take out
the Video Cassette.
eltis not possible to take out the Video Cassette
during filming.
® [0 not repeatedly insert and take out the Video
Cassette. This could cause the tape to become loose
Cassette Window Close the Cassette and damaged.
Compartment Cover
insert the Video by pressing the
Cassette. [LOCK] Button.
: *Do not hold the Movie Camera by the Viewfinder or
: apply any pressure on it.
; eNever aim the Movie Camera with its Viewfinder or
0:00.00 Lens directly at the sun; this could damage internal
parts of the unit.
Corrector Ring unill the indications in the
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Look into the Viewfinder and turn the Eyepiece
Viewfinder are clear and easy to read, |
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Setting the Date and Time DATETIME
SEC
Before setting, attach the charged Battery Pack or
connect the AC Adaptor to the Movie Camera and tum: /
the Movie Camera on.
For example: To set the clock to October 15, 1997, Press the [DATE/ Press until the “Year
12:30...
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.
N
TIME] Button. portion flashes.
5
« TRACKING »
ATE
TIME
SH! S
Press to set to “10”.
#THACKING +
vie
Press to make the
“Day” portion flash.
PEL E
0 cone >
«TRACKING » Jul
: NATE CME A»
: TIME -
; SHIFT SET t-
Press to make the
Press to set to "12". “Minute” portion flash
| | |
CATE TINE
To insert or delete the Date and Time {or Date only)
Indication, press this button repeatedly. The indication:
appear and disappear in the order shown on the right
The Built-in Lithium Battery
A built-in rechargeable lithium battery inside the 1 Connect the Movie Camera (with power off
Movie Camera maintains the operation of the condition) to the AC Adaptor and wait for
built-in clock when the Movie Camera is not in approx. 8 hours.
operation. Whenever the Movie Camera is in .
operation, It automatically recharges this battery. 2 Switch on the Movie Camera.
However, if you don't use the Movie Camera for a 3 Set the date and time as explained below.
very long time, the lithium battery can become e After charging the lithium battery in this way. it
exhausted. can maintain the operation of the clock for
In this case, the “3” Indication on the LCD approx. 3 months.
Monitor flashes.
If the "3&5" Indication on the LCD Monitor flashes Information for your safety
for approx. 10 seconds when you turn the Movie OT
Camera on, the lithium battery is exhausted and и WARNING =
must be charged it as follows. . THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS 2
EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED =
BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN =
В NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL =
= PANASONIC SUPPLIER. =
Ee A + RAR e
Remarks, etc. A
— NM Changing the Figures of the Date/Time
> 4 Indication
You can change the Date/Time Indication in the order
CONS SIN shown below by pressing the [SET] Button repeatedly.
TIME
TIME _ASHIFT | SET Year; 1990— 1991-> ..... 2089— 1990—...
q Month; 1—->2— adria vena _—>12—1 —...
В se В Press to make the - Day; 132 erre —>31—1-—...
ress fo setto 1997". “Month” portion flash. | Hour; 0-1 a 2350-5...
A | Minute: 00—-01— ........... —›59->00--...
J | elf you want to change the figures more quickiy, keep
i the [SET] Button pressed.
«TRACKING «TRACKING » : elf you make a mistake during setting, start again from
CE ; MECO) the beginning.
T.ME ; TIME
HIFT SET
- tig pore Press to make the
ress to set to 15. “Hour” portion flash.
JF
| 12
TRAE A TRACKING»
DATE
HIFT SET
|
Tess to set to “30”. Press to start the clock. |
—| — _
ee: : eVhen you turn the Movie Camera off while the
-> indication Date and I!lme Date only Date/Time Indication is displayed on the LCD
’ Y f > Monitor, the Date/Time Indication will not appear on
| : the LCD Monitor when you turn the Movie Camera on
— 12:30 = | again.
| : 15.10.1997 | 15.10.1997 |
| |
- ,
Movie Camera Set-Up complete, now ready to use.
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19
When you turn out the (POWER;
©: ON/OFF Switch, the “CAMERA”
_ Indication Lamp lights.
Filming
Start/Stop
Button
a Title
Filming While Viewing on the
LCD Monitor
e Press the [SP/LP] Button to select the “SP” or “LP”
Indication on the LCD Monitor.
“SP” means Standard Play. Filming is possible for the
time indicated on the Video Cassette.
“LP” means Long Play. Fiiming is possible for
approximately double the time indicated on the Video
| LCD Monitor
: Filming while viewing the picture on the LCD Monitor is
: suitable for most subjects and it gives you the special
¡ advantages of seeing your subjects in fuit colour.
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eThe picture on the LCD Monitor is in colour.
eFor the detailed explanations for each indication on
the LCD Monitor, see p. 28. Snownr above i5 a fypica
exampie of the indications visible when filming in the
Cassette. В Auto Mode.
eSelecting the recording speed is only possible in the
Filming Pause Made.
= То Siop {Fause) ihe Fliming!
r
\ | Aa 0:12,34 PAUSE |
| ; #830
| sP .
PAUSE = :
| | [
i i | -
; i ;
\ J au и
HN To Finish Filming:
„
{ H Remote Controller
Filming Start and Stop as well as zooming in
i and out can be operated with this Remote
- Controller.
| [W-T]Zoom Buttons
i
Filming
Start/Stop
Button
e The zooming speed can not be changed.
Procedure
Ny
onfirm that the [AE]
-=l is set to “AUTO”.
Press the Filming
Start/Stop Button.
Turn the [POWER]
ON/OFF Switch in.
Press the Filming
Start/Stop Button.
В
/ iin, \
INDEX
revert
Many VHS VCRs feature the Index Search and
Intro Scan Functions that make it easy to locate
the beginning of scenes marked with index
signals. This Movie Camera automatically records
an index signal in the following cases:
eWhen filming is started for the first time after
attaching the Battery Pack.
¢When filming is restarted after exchanging the
Video Cassette or after pressing the (VCR
CAMERA] Button.
The “INDEX” Indication flashes briefly on the LCD
Monitor or in the Viewfinder while the Movie
Camera records an index signal.
| В Remarks, etc. >
=
eWhen the LCD Monitor is open, no picture appears in
the Viewfinder.
| ФА! every press of the [MEMORY] Button, the Counter
indication will change as follows:
| Tape Counter Indication
i 0:00.00 :
* |
+
Memory Indication “M” appears
M 0:00.00 | with Tape Counter Indication
1
7 No Indication
— {All Indications except the
Warning/Alarm Indications and
JJ the Tape Operation Mode
Indications will disappear.)
-— —_
ff you leave the Movie Camera in the Filming Pause
Mode for more than 6 minutes, it automatically
switches off to protect the tape and to conserve battery
power. If you want to resume filming from this
condition, turn the [POWER] ON/OFF Switch in (the
Movie Camera switches off} and then turn it out again.
Basic Operations
21
22
7 Е “=
Procedure
1 Title LCD Monitor |
Filming with the LCD Monitor
Facing Forward and Using the ; x
Remote Controller e $
This lets you take part in the action you are filming and |
at the same time view the picture on the LCD Monitor. 3
Slide the LCD [OPEN]
Lever upwards to the
click stop {approx. 90°).
M To Stop (Pause) the Filming:
“=
pa
\ eer
—_—
8
ve
-—
m
Start/Stop Button
Press the Filming
Start/Stop Button.
eThe @ 1! indication
appears on the LCD
Monitor.
arn the LCD Monitor
nil it faces forward
aprox. 180).
A E Remote Controller
. Filming Start and Stop as well as zooming in
| and out can be operated with this Remote
¡ Controller.
[W-T] Zoom Buttons
te Filming
Start/Stop
: Button
¡ * The zooming speed can not be changed.
Ne
Start/Stop Button
Press the Filming
Start//Stop Button.
eThe “@” Indication
appears on the LCD
Monitor.
Remarks, etc.
| e All on screen display. except Filming Mode “@"
indication and Filming Pause Mode “@ II” indication,
are not displayed when the LCD Monitor is facing
forward.
| eWhen General Warning/Alarm Indication “[ 11”
appears on the LCD Monitor, turn the LCD Monitor so
that it faces backward. Then the actual Warning/
Alarm indication {p. 29) will appear.
- eltis not possible to insert the Date and Time
Indications during filming with the LCD Monitor facing
forward.
e When the LCD Monitor is facing forward, the picture
on the LCD Monitor is a mirror image.
However, the picture is recorded correctly (non
reversed).
\
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23
24
{= E3A
When you turn out the [POWER] ON/OFF Switch, the
A "CAMERA" Indication Lamp lights.
SP/LP
Remote Controller
a Title
Viewfinder
Filming While Viewing In the
Viewfinder
—_ LP
s Press the [SP/LP] Button to select the "SP" or “LP”
Indication in the Viewfinder.
"SP" means Standard Play. Filming is possible for the
time indicated on the Video Cassette.
"LP” means Long Play. Filming is possible for
approximatery doubte the time indicated on the Video
Cassette.
eSelecting the recording speed is only possible in the
Filming Pause Mode.
Filming while viewing the picture in the Viewfinder is
suitable for distant subjects and small fast-moving
subjects and when panning to follow moving subjects.
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eo The picture in the Viewfinder is in black and white.
«For the detailed explanations for each indication in
the Viewfinder, see p. 28. Shown above is a typical
example of the indications visibie when filming in the
Auto Mode.
Making the Subject Larger or
Smaller During Filming
(Zooming)
Zooming is also possible in the Filming Pause Mode,
so you can select the desired zoom setting before you
start filming.
ein the maximum tele setting (14x), the minimum
filming distance is 1.5 m. К you want to approach the
subject closer, see p. 25 “Using the Macro Close-up
Function”,
e To prevent inadvertent operation of other infra-red
remote-controlled units, this Movie Camera needs to
receive each infra-red command 3 times.
For this reason, there is a slight delay between
pressing the [Wj or [T] Button on the Remote
Controller and the actual operation of the mechanical
zoom function on the Movie Camera.
Zooming Out
Zooming In
# The approximate selected zoom magnification is
indicated on the LCD Monitor.
e The zoom range extends from the wide-angle
setting of the lens (1>) to the tele setting (14).
‘№ Remote Controller
| Filming Start and Stop as well as zooming in
— and out can be operated with this Remote
Controller.
[W+T] Zoom Buttons
Filming
Start/Stop
Bution
\ The zooming speed can not be changed.
|
Procedure
AR
Ш
=
Press the Filming
Start/Stop Button.
onfirm that the [AE]
=: is set to “AUTO”.
1 Ш Zooming In Ш Zooming Out
WT WwW T
>
“T" means Tele.
“MW” means Wide.
-The zooming speed varies depending on how far you
push the [MW »T] Zoom Lever towards "W" ar "T”. (The
further you push it, the faster the zooming speed
becomes.)
Remarks, elc.
if the LCD Monitor is not completely closed, no picture
appears in the Viewfinder.
Ш То Stop (Pause) the Filming:
Press the Filming Start/Stop Button.
The "PAUSE" Indication appears in the Viewfinder,
elf you leave the Movie Camera in the Filming Pause
Mode for more than 6 minutes, it automatically
switches off to protect the tape and to conserve
battery power. If you want to resume fiiming from this
condition, turn the [POWER] ON/OFF Switch in (the
Movie Camera switches off) and then turn it out again.
E To Finish Filming:
: Tum the FPOWER] ON/OFF Switch in. (The Movie
| Camera switches off.)
HM Using the Macro Close-up Function
After keeping the [W«T} Zoom Lever pressed toward
“W™ to zoom to the maximum wide-angle setting, the
: subject can be focussed down to a minimum distance
: of only 5 mm between lens and subject.
e As the depth of field is very small in this mode, even
slight camera movements can cause the subject to go
out cf focus. Therefore, it is recommended to use a
tripod (optional).
«if vou want to film pictures in a photo album or a
similar situation with insufficient lighting, use a Video
DC Light (optional).
WT
)
Basic Operations
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MENOS” RESET
one
SPP Tape |
OO
E) SEARCH
al coi Sn Leti
| RENTES CFR
Г Title LCD Monitor Procedure
Using the Tape Counter Ох \
indication т 0:00.00 | 7
The Tape Counter on the LCD Monitor shows the | Î se ¡ | E To Reset the Tape
elapsed filming or playback time in hours, minutes and | / Seconds | Counter:
seconds. ; Minutes :
À Hours J, RESET
| To make it easy to keep track of the elapsed filming
- time, reset the Tape Counter to “0:00.00” by pressing
the [RESET] Button.
Using the Memory Function r Y 7
When the Tape Counter is reset to “0:00.00” at the 1 | M 0:00.00 |
beginning of the desired scene and the Memory { E To Make the “M”
indication "M” is turned on, the tape will stop E | Indication Appear:
automatically at the *0:00.00” position when rewinding * :
or fast-forwarding it. | / | nn
Le a MENA
Means: Memory
Confirming the Remaining Tape
. 530
Time |
e During filming or playback, the Remaining Tape Time J
is automatically displayed on the LCD Monitor.
ein this Movie Camera, 60-minute Video Cassette A 0:30
(EC60) can also be used. |
Means: Remaining
1
>
Select the Tapa Length
indication ("275 30°.
“EE 457 or “Ea 60) (hat
matches the Video
Cassette being used.
ideo Cassette
-
y
: When using a Video Cassette bearing the *P”
| mark or an S-VHS-C Video Cassette, the
i Remaining Tape Counter Indication may not be
\ very precise.
и
~
At every press of the [MEMORY] Button, the .
_ Counter Indication will change as follows: |
|
| |
‘ Tape Counter Indication |
0:00.00
1
—— Memory Indication "M” appears.
М 0:00.00 . with Tape Counter Indication
| No Indication
| (All Indications except the
: Warning/Alarm Indications and
+ the Tape Operation Mode
Indications will disappear.)
Remarks, elc. a
7 | 3
To Heset the Tape
Counter:
or
REW:EZ EF
RESET
To Check the Tape Length of the Video
Cassette Being Used while the Remalning
Tape Time is Displayed:
TAPE
he Tape Length Indication "3 30”, “Æ3 45” or
ai 60" is displayed for approx. 2 seconds, and then
пе Remaining Tape Time Indication will again appear
nstead of it.
elf you playback a tape on which no recording has
elf you start filming or playback, the “R” Indication
s This function is only meant as a guide. The
ever been made, the Tape Counter indication does
not change.
elf you take out the Cassette or remove the Battery
Pack, the Tape Counter automatically resets to
"0:00.00".
of you rewind the tape further than the tape counter
position “0:00.00”, the minus sign "— appears in front
of the Tape Counter Indication.
flashes for a few seconds on the LCD Monitor, while
the Movie Camera calculates the Remaining Tape
Time.
eWhen the Remaining Tape Time becomes less than
2 minutes, the Indication “HR” and the Remaining Tape
Time start to flash.
Remaining Tape Time Indicafion’is subjectto
imprecision due to either customer error (such as
incorrectly selected Tape Length) or stretching of the
tape.
|
Basic Operations
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fil |
я
Quick Reference Guide to the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
The following indications are displayed on the LCD Monitor or In the Viewfinder to inform you about the
condition of the Movie Camera.
Remaining Tape Time
Recording Tape Speed Mode
Warning/Alarm
Tape Run indication Tape Counter/Error Code
]
|
; x
Remaining Battery Power -———— [Facet 0:12.34 REC + Tape Operation Mode ]
-R0:12 — >> 8x — Zoom Magnificatlon
SP E 5 —— AE Mode
| MF ——— Manual Focus Mode
| RECORD E Manual White Balance Mode
| Record/Pause
16:30
Date/Time | Ё 5.10.1997
x |
eo The illustrations in the following explanations show only the indication(s) pertaining to the corresponding
explanation.
[1] Warning/Alarm Indications
LCD Monitor, i
Viewfinder Condition Page
Condensation
Condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera.
Wait until the “U10/ 4]” Indication disappears.
utd
Video Head Clogging
Dirt, dust and particles of the tape coating have accumulated on the video
heads. Use a video head cleaning cassette or have the heads cleaned by
U11 qualified Service Personnel.
| © 59
|
Remaining Battery Power
The 4 segments of the Remaining Battery Power Indication “=e" begin to
disappear one after another as the power of the Battery Pack weakens.
—} When only the last segment remains, the " [<P " Indication starts to flash in the |
| SE | centre of the LCD Monitor or in the centre of the Viewfinder. When the last 14 ;
: segment has disappeared, the “CAMERA” Indication Lamp flashes for a few
seconds, and then the Movie Camera automatically switches itself 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. 46 56
28
11] Warning/Alarm Indications (cont.)
Rd
LCD Monitor, | |
"Viewfinder | Condition Page |
| TM ni 7
! Built-in Lithium Battery
The Built-in Lithium Battery is exhausted. :
Recharge it.
| 3,558 © | 1 9
End of the Tape
When the tape has reached its end, this indication appears.
5 Insert a new Video Cassette.
FE END
|
General Warning/Alarm Indication |
When you use the Movie Camera with the LCD Monitor facing forward, this |
[T indication is displayed on the LCD Monitor instead of the Warning/Alarm :
Indications and the Error Code Indications, A A —— 08
(only displayed on
the LCD Monitor)
[2] Error Code Indications
LCD Monitor, а
Viewfinder Condition Page |
Error Code
When the "F. ." Indication appears on the LCD Monitor or in the Viewfinder,
some malfunction has occurred. If the indicated error code is between "FO01”
and “FO5”, the Movie Camera will turn itself off automatically one minute after
the "CAMERA" Lamp has started to flash. (When the indication is “F51™ or
“F527, the Movie Camera will not turn off automatically.)
In this case, write down the error code and tell it to the service personnel.
FO —
E02 FO1: Locked Take-up Reel FO5: Locked Head Cylinder
Fo4 FO2: Locked Supply Reel F51: Locked Focus Motor
Fe F03: Locked Unloading Mechanism F52: Locked Zoom Motor
F52 FO4: Locked Loading Mechanism
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30
„= > SENSE то
E da mere
Quick Reference Guide to the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications
(cont.)
131 Filming/Playback indications
|
LED Monitor, — o
Viewfinder Condition
Playback/CameraSearch
| > Mode (p. 33, 49)
Г = Fast Forward/Cue Mode
| | | (p.32)
| |
Rawind/Review/Camera
Search Mode (p. 32, 48)
PUT UN M1
Still Playback Mode {p. 33)
LCD Monitor,
Viewfinder Condition
Filming Mode
: | - (large Indication) {p. 20, 24)
RECORD | ; When the Filming Start/Stop
: i i Button is pressed from the
Filming Pause Mode, this
indication is displayed for
approx. 1 second.
: Filming Mode
REC | : (small indication) (p. 20, 24)
; This indication appears
approx. 1 second after you
start filming and remains
displayed until you stop
filming. “REC” means
Recording.
———— | Tape Run Indication
> | | (р. 20, 24}
| |
————— | Fiiming Pause Mode
: | (large indication} (p. 20, 25)
> PAUSE | When the Filming Start/Stop
- Button is pressed from the
- Filming Mode, this indication is
displayed for approx. 1 second.
Tape Counter (p. 26)
Filming Pause Mode
: (small indication) (p. 20, 25)
This indication appears
approx. 1 second atter you
pause the filming and remains
displayed until you restart the
filming, change over to the
VCR Mode or turn the Movie
Camera off.
M 0:00.00
8
i
Tape Counter with activated
Memory Function (p. 26)
"M" means Memory.
>
©
8
5
Remaining Tape Time
(p. 26)
“HR” means Remaining.
CHK :
Recording Review Mode
(p. 48)
This indication is displayed
while the last 2-3 seconds of
the last recorded scene are
being played back. “CH
means Check.
ERY
Tape Length (p. 26)
The Tape Length indication
should be matched to the
inserted Video Cassette
(EC30, EC45 or EC60) to
ensure correct indication of the
remaining tape time.
: Recording Speed Indication
(p. 24)
SP: means Standard Play.
LP: means Long Play.
The mode can be selected
with the [SP/LP] Button.
ma
©
6
15.70.1997
Date and Time (p. 19)
Zoom Magnification {p. 23)
When zooming in on a subject,
the indicated zoom
magnification value increases.
С
ESA
Manual White Balance
Adjustment Mode (p. 41)
LCD Monitor,
: Viewfinder
Conditlon
Ц \
MNL
| |
Manual Filming Mode
(p. 36, 40)
This indication is displayed
when you select the Manual
Filming Mode with the [AE]
Dial. In this mode, you need
to adjust the focus and the
white balance adjustment
manually. “MNL" means
Manual.
Sports Mode (p. 44)
- This indication is displayed
- when you select the Sports
Mode with the [AE] Dial.
f > - Portrait Mode (p. 44)
& This indication is displayed
: | when you select the Portrait
Mode with the [AE] Dial.
; i Low Light Mode (p. 44)
: & . | This indication is displayed
: - | when you select the Low Light
N————]—]——— Mode with the [AE] Dial.
Manual Focus Mode (p. 36)
“MF” means Manual Focus.
Index (p. 21)
While this indication is
flashing, an index signal is
being recorded.
LCD Monitor |
Condition
e
Filming Mode
(large indication) (p. 22)
~ When the Filming Start/Stop
Button is pressed from the
Filming Pause Mode, this
| indication is displayed for
approx. 1 second.
Filming Mode
{small indication) (p. 22)
This indication appears
approx. 1 second after you
start filming and remains
displayed until you stop
filming. "REC" means
Recording.
Filming Pause Mode
(large indication) (p. 22)
When the Filming Start/Stop
Button is pressed from the
Filming Mode, this indication
is displayed for approx.
1 second.
Filming Pause Mode
(small indication) (p. 22)
. This indication appears
: approx. 1 second after you
pause the filming and remains
displayed until you restart the
filming, change over to the
VCR Mode or turn the Movie
Camera off.
e The above indications are only displayed when
filming with the LCD Monitor facing forward.
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31
32
mm
— VOLUME +
a Title
Procedure
Playing Back on the LCD
Monitor ora TV
[To Play Back Via a TV Set]
1. Connect the Movie Camera to a TV set. (р. 12, 50)
The “VCH” indication
Lamp lights up.
2. Follow steps 1-4 on the right. Turn the [POWER]
ON/OFF Switch out.
Rewinding or Fast-Forwarding № For Fast-
the Tape Forwarding:
Perform these operations with the Movie Camera in the ;
VCR Stan Mode (YGA” Indication Lamp is lit). EF
E For Rewinding:
М: (+5)
%
Using the Cue, Review and Still
Playback Functions During
| E For Cue Playback:
NH For Review
Playback:
Normal Playback
FF A REW =
Keep pressed. Keep pressed.
= =
и >
Adjusting the Volume of the Speaker — ll Remote Controller
. Playback, Fast-forward, Rewind, Stop and |
| Pause operations can be operated with this
The volume of the sound can be adjusted with the ‚ Remote controler.
VOLUME] Control.
| [REW] Button
| [PLAY] Button
un
с
©
ı =
, > À
о
Y ©
A 5
X
Speaker '
Notes: [PAUSE] Button [STOP] Button
e Do not cover the Speaker during playback.
e Because the speaker contains a magnet, do not A ;
bring a video cassette near the speaker. It couid ree : Cee -
adversely influence the recorded content.
| Remarks, etc. à
_ | olf you reach the end of the tape during playback, the
+ 4 : tape rewinds automatically.
q
> _ M To Stop the Playback
ЕМУ Press the [STOP] Button,
- PLAY
ne tape stops
“tomatically when it
-Eches the beginning.
: elf you reach the end of the tape during Fast-
: Forwarding, the tape rewinds automatically.
_ elf you reach the beginning of the tape during
Rewinding, the tape stops automatically.
o |
For Still Playback: | HM To Return to e Sound is played back only during normal
. playback.
| Normal Playback: | ein the Cue, Review and Still Playback Modes,
| horizontal noise bars appear in the picture, or the
AUSE | picture may become black and white or distorted.
: AUSE However, this is norma’ and not a malfunction.
| sThe horizontal noise bars have a different pattern in
| the SP mode and LP mode.
| The illustrations on the left show the noise bar
| patterns of the LP mode.
elf the Movie Camera is left in the Still Playback Mode
for about 6 minutes, it will switch over to the Stop
Mode to protect the tape and the video heads.
33
34
VCR {not supplied)
©
ее
Jee
=
Cassette Adaptor (supplied)
Ue
TV Set (not supplied)
a Title
Procedure
Playing Back on a VCR, Using
the Supplied Cassette Adaptor
E Tighten the Tape
Cog Wheel
Before inserting a Video Cassette, check that the tape
is tight. If it is loose, tighten it by turning the cog wheel
in the direction of the arrow.
1
Battery
Compartment
Cover
Remove the Battery
Compartment Cover.
Supplied Battery (RB)
Insert the Battery (R65).
Insert the recorded
video cassette.
Close the Top Cover,
Removing the Video Cassette
T slide the Open Lever. 2 Push out the Video 3 Close the Top Cover.
Cassette from the
bottom of the
Cassette Adaptor and
remove the Video
Cassette.
a
~-attach the Battery
smpartment Cover.
aseil the Cassette
-daptor into the VCR.
Open Lever
”
| Remarks,etc.
. e[f vou want to get optimum picture quality, it may be
4 necessary to adjust the tracking control on the VCR.
eNever insert the Cassette Adaptor into a VCR unless
it is loaded with a video cassette.
eDo not insert the Cassette Adaptor into a VCR and
take it out again without running the tape, because
this could loosen the tape.
eWhen you load the Video Cassette into the Cassette
| Adaptor or remove it, be careful not to touch the tape.
- sAfter use, take the Video Cassette out from the
Cassette Adaptor. "my
Open Lever
: Slide the Open Lever.
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35
Focus Ring Focus Button
a
a Title
Filming in the Auto Focus Mode
When the [AE] Dia! is set to “AUTO”, the Movie
Camera will automatically focus precisely on almost
any subject located on the centre of the LCD Monitor.
“AE” means Auto Exposure.
eWhen [AE] Dial is set to a position other than “AUTO”
and the "MF" Indication is displayed on the LCD
Monitor, press the [FOCUS] Button to make the "MP”
indication disappear.
Filming in the Manual Focus
Mode
36
The “MNL” Indication
appears on the LCD
Monitor.
(it is also possible to set
the [AE] Dial to one of
the other positions,
except "AUTO".)
The “MF” Indication
appears on the LCD
Monitor.
| Remarks, etc. à
| ® For detailed explanations about focusing, see
p. 38 and 39.
|
— E To Cancel the E Hints for Manual Focus Adjustment
4 Manual Focus e To ensure that the subject remains precisely
Mode: focussed at any zoom setting, first zoom in on the
subject (push Zoom Lever toward “T™) until it fills the
LCD Monitor (5.
After adjusting the focus, zoom out (push Zoom
ver toward “W™} to frame the subject as desired
2)
1urn the Focus Ring Press the [FOCUS]
Inftil the subject is in Button to make the
SOUS. i “MF” Indication
i disappear. Orresetthe ! “if you adjust the focus in the wide-angle setting, the
! [AE] Dial to “AUTO”. | subject may go out of focus when you later zoom in
!
: On the subject.
1 Po I J
Advanced Onarafinns
aa 1 MNAE 5 о
E Operation Principle of the Auto Focus Mode (Automatic Focusing)
a \
processing Video Signal
Micro .
Processor (Fig. 4)
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image area on which the Auto Focus Mode adjusts the focus. |
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E Focusing
If you look at an object through a magnifying glass and move it closer or further away from your eye, you will
reach a point where the object becomes clearly visibie, and when you move it past that point, it will become
blurred again. Being focused or in focus means that the subject is seen with optimum clarity and sharpness.
The distance between the lens and the point where the rays of light come together is called “focal distance” or
“focal length” and it depends on the size and shape of the lens.
ein Human Eyes
Human eyes have lenses as well, and when we look at objects at different distances, the shape of these lenses
changes automatically so that we can always see these objects clearly.
ein the Movie Camera
The image of the subject enters the Movie Camera through the lens and is converted into an electrical signal
(video signal) for recording onto magnetic tape. In the Movie Camera, the “Auto Focus” system automatically
adjusts the focal distance by moving the focusing lens forward or backward.
M The Auto Focus Mechanism of this Movie Camera
sin Movie Cameras, one of the following two methods is generally used:
1) Infrared Focusing: The filming distance is calculated and adjusted based on the time it takes for an infrared
signal emitted from the front of the Movie Camera to be bounced off the subject and received back by a
sensor on the Movie Camera.
2) Camera-Internal Electronic Focusing: The focus is adjusted based exclusively on the image received by the
Movie Camera and the resulting picture signal.
This Panasonic Movie Camera employs the Internal Electronic Focusing Method.
Ф Ав shown in Fig. 1 on the left page, when you aim the Movie Camera at the subject you want to film, the
microprocessor moves the lens little by little based on the information about vertical contours of the subject in
the picture signal. At the point where the vertical contours of the subject become sharpest, it judges that the
subject is in focus and stops the lens. (See Fig. 2.)
eSpecial Characteristics of the Movie Camera's Automatic Focus Adjustment Mode
(A) It adjusts the focus for sharpest vertical lines.
(В) It adjusts ihe focus on parts of the subject with strong contrast.
(C) It adjusts the focus only on the centre part of the picture on the viewfinder screen. {The area where the
subject is in focus is much smaller than the TV screen, as shown in the Fig. 3.)
Unlike the human eyes, however, the Movie Camera's Auto Focus System cannot change the focus from a
distant to a close subject without any delay. Therefore, use the Manual Focus Mode when you are going to film
the following types of subjects or in the following kinds of places:
Subjects with Shiny Surfaces Fast-moving Subjects ' Subjects with Weak Contrast
or Much Light Reflection ' As the lens is moved As the Movie Camera adjusts the
As the Movie Camera adjusts the mechanically, it cannot follow focus based on vertical contours
focus on the objects with shiny . fast-moving subjects without . in the picture. subjects with little
| surfaces or much light reflection, ; delay. | contrast may be out of focus.
: the subject may go out of focus. e Subjects like a quickly and ¢ When filming a flat white wall,
в e The subject may be out of focus abruptly moving children may | for example, the Movie Camera
when it is filmed at the seaside temporarily go out of focus. has no information by which it
In the evening, under firework can adjust the focus correctly,
illumination or when special
kinds of lights are used,
Subjects with a Part of It Near Subjects Behind Moving Subjects with Dark Surfaces
the Movie Camera and Another Objects If the amount of light entering the
Part Far Away from it As the focus is adjusted on the ens is greatly reduced, the Movie
- Ás the focus is adjusted on the person or object that passes Camera has very little information
: centre part of the image, it is between the Movie Camera and by which to adjust the focus,
+ difficult to bring the distant part of = the subject. the subject eVhen filming persons in dark
the subject in focus. temporarily go out of focus. surroundings, precise focusing
sWhen you want to film a person ; ®When filming a subject across a may not be possible.
with a distant mountain behind, | street on which cars are
it is not possible to focus on | running, the subjects may go in
both. and out of focus.
e Precise focusing may also not be possible for subjects that have no vertical contours or are behind glass
covered with dirt, dust or water droplets.
e Finger print marks on iens may cause focus not to operate clearly, When at wide angle the Movie Camera
may attempt to focus onto the finger prints (treating them as a Macro Subject). Check and clean the lens
correctly.
elf filming in a moving vehicle focus accuracy may be impaired due to the following:
a) Dirt or water droplets on the car windows and filming through glass may change the focus point
b) Scenery changing too quickly, no time for the Movie Camera to adjust focus
c) Distance between subject and Movie Camera always changing
We suggest you use Manual Focus. Please refer to p. 36 and 37 "Filming in the Manual Focus Mode” in your
operating instructions.
Advanced Operations:
White Balance Sensor
a Title
Filming with Automatic White
Balance Adjustment
When the [AE] Dial is set to “AUTO”, it is possible to
film pictures with natura! colours under almost any
timing condition.
eWhen the [AE] Dial is set to a position other than
"AUTO" and the “nas” Indication is displayed on the
LCD Monitor, press the [W.B] Button to make the
"al" indication disappear.
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,
noint the Movie Camera at a pure white subject.
=[f you want to film under weak illumination, precise
Manual White Balance Adjustment may not be
possible. In this case. film in the “AUTO” Mode.
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The “MN” indication
appears on the LCD
Monitor.
(1tiS also possible to set
the [AE] Dial to one of
the other positions.
except AUTO”)
Attach the Lens Cap and
i point the Movie Camera
at subject.
or
Point the Movie Camera
at a pure white subject.
Wa)
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>
-eep pushed until the
CD Monitor becomes
:ompletely white.
!
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Press for more than
. 1 second (until “a.”
- Indication stops
flashing).
Remarks, etc.
efor detailed explanations about the white balance,
see p. 42 and 43.
eBe careful not to cover the White Balance sensor for
the Automatic White Balance Adjustment with your
hand, etc. during filming.
)
eff you want to momentarily use an additional light
source with low colour temperature (e.g. halogen
lamp) while filming a subject with high colour
temperature (e.g. blue sky or TV screen), unnatural
colours will result.
: The manually adjusted white balance setting is
maintained until you adjust it anew or reset the [AE]
Dial to “AUTO”. However, to ensure optimum colour
reproduction, it is recommended to adjust the white
balance for each new scene, like the professionals
do. This is because even slight changes in the
lighting that are not noticeable to the human eye
could give the picture a reddish or bluish cast.
EM To Cancel the Manual White Balance
Adjustment
Press the [W.B] Button to make the “ns” Indication
disappear, Or reset the [AE] Dial to "AUTO".
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Advanced Operations
41
42
Lighting Condition
White Balance Sensor
Microcomputer
Lens
a A
E White Balance
In addition to sunlight, there are various kinds of electric lights in use today, such as incandescent lamps.
fluorescent lamps. etc. The colour of the subject differs depending on the light that falls on it.
ein Human Eyes
Human eyes can easily adjust to different kinds of lighting and recognize an object as having the same colour,
even under different light.
en the Movie Cameras
Movie Cameras do not have such an adaptability. Therefore, if the subject were filmed without any colour
adjustment, the lighting would influence the colouring of the reproduced picture, giving it a bluish or reddish tint.
To prevent this, an adjustment called "White Balance Adjustment” needs to be performed on the Movie
Camera, either automatically or manually.
E White Balance Adjustment
This adjusts the Movie Camera to pure white under different lighting conditions. After white is set, the Movie
Camera can compensate for the colour in the lighting and adjust the other colours accordingly. As white is the
combination of all colours (light), if white colour is correctly adjusted, filming scenes with natural colours is
possible under almost any lighting condition.
El Automatic White Balance Adjustment
To provide natural colours in the most common lighting situations, this Movie Camera has optimum settings for
these conditions stored in memory. It determines the colour of the fight entering through the lens as well as
through the White Balance Sensor window and selects the matching colour setting from among the stored
settings. This function is called "Automatic White Balance Adjustment”.
However, as the optimum settings of only several types of light sources are stored in memory, the Automatic
White Balance Adjustment does not work with sufficient precision in all conditions.
in some cases, the Manual White Balance Adjustment should be used.
E Manual White Balance Adjustment
With the Manual White Balance Adjustment, the user can adjust the colour compensation for the light source
used {or a particular scene. For this adjustment, the Lens Cap is put on the lens and the [W.B] Button pressed,
so the Movie Camera can determine how much the white of the lens cap under the present lighting deviates
from the value for pure white stored in memory. Alternatively, the user can aim the Movie Camera at a pure
white object (e.g. a sheet of pure white paper) instead of using the Lens Cap.
The chart below shows the range of lighting sources within which the Automatic White Balance Adjustment can
provide accurate compensation. For filming under lighting conditions outside this range, use the Manual White
Balance Adjustment because the Automatic White Balance Adjustment cannot provide satisfactory results.
E Colour Temperature and White Balance
The colour temperature of the light source is measured in Kelvin. The higher the Kelvin value is, the more bluish
is the light; the lower the value, the mare reddish is the light. This is not directly related to the brightness.
The table below shows the relationship between natural light, artificial light and colour temperature.
| Natural Light | Temperature ; Artificial Light Effect on the picture
i | -
: : If you wan: to film under
| «Blue sky " 10,000 K ! | ‘ight sources within ths
: : : range, use tha Manual
; 7 ; a | Bluish While Balarce
: eSlightly A N _ colour Adjustment. (In the Auto
= overcast 5 boss | 8.009 К TY screen Whe Balance
sky Хе — Кб 3 Adiustment. the picture
; ; ; | ' couid have a bluish
: : st.}
eo Cloudy sky ; : ca
: (Rain) LS ‚ 6.000 К
Ad ; : | you want to fil" under light
eSunlight Z - 5,000 K sources within this range,
EQ you can use the Aulo Whe
| ‘ x Balarce Adjustrrent.
! — eFivorescent Ш
* 4800K amp (white) ride Whitish :
: ' colour
ITR pous ae [ao | asoor. | *Fluoressentiame |,
sunrise or before | 4.200 K 3500 K | (not white)
sunset о Studio [amp 7% .
Sunrise or vég 2,000 K~ | 2 000 K— : | A
sunsat ee 2 500 K > 800 K . eHalogen light bulb <i_is :
SEE O - ¥ . Reddish If you want Zo film under
| + * | colour Eght sources within this
' 2 000 K— ! __ Si range. Use :he Manuai
>500k ı 9} ungsten lamp lie White Balance
: : Adjus:mena:. (In the Auío
| Write Balance
A Adjusirren:, the picture
1.500 K~ | eCandielight e could have a reddish
2000K | + | cast)
| i a
For the following types of scenes, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment cannot provide satisfactory results,
even if the light source is within the range described above. Use the Manual White Balance Adjustment instead.
When a Scene Is Lit by Several When Filming an Outdoor When filming in a Very Dark
Light Sources | Scene from Inside a Building Place
H there is more than one light | As the colour of the light entering | As the colour information entering
source for a scene, the Movie ! through the lens differs greatly ; through the lens is greatly
Camera cannot decide which of : from that received by the White reduced, the Automatic White
the stored White Balance - Balance Sensor. the Automatic Balance Adjustment cannot
Adjustment settings to use. — White Balance Adjustment will : correctiy compensate for the
; Therefore, precise Automatic compensate for indoor lighting - colour of the lighting and this
. White Balance Adjustment is not . and this results in unnatural : results in unnatural colours.
i possible in such cases. colours. :
Advanced Operations
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Filming Fasit-Moving Subjects
E Using The Sports Mode
Use this function to film sports and other fast-action
scenes, if you want to play back these scenes in a
VCR using stif! and slow motion playback for motion
analysis. This provides sharp picture contours and
enhanced detail.
Making Subjects Stand out
Sharply from the Background
E Using the Portrait Mode
in the Portrait Mode, the iris is automatically set to the
maximum aperture for a very small depth-of-field.
This gives you a sharply focused subject in the centre
of the picture with a blurred background and
toreground.
Filming Dark Scenes More
Brightly
E Using the Low Light Mode
The Low Light Mode lets you brighten up the picture
when filming indoor scenas under weak room lighting
and other dimly lit scenes.
Notes for Use of the Sports Mode
e The subject must be brightly lit by sunlight or
other strong light and contain little shadow.
ef you want to film under fluorescent, mercury-
vapour or natrium lamps, some flickering may be
noticeable.
® The picture may become slightly darker, and
during normal playback, the picture movement
may not be as smooth as usual.
Procedure a | | Ш Remarks, etc. В 3
eo The shutter speed is automatically adjusted
{between 1/50 s and 1/500 s) according to the
brightness of the scene.
eif you film under weak lighting, the “ 4” Indication
|
| To Return to the
Normal Filming Mode:
Ela flashes to warn you that the Sports Mode may not
| |* be effective.
| =
I
eif you want to increase the blurring of the
To Return to the background and foreground, zoom in on the subject.
Normal Filming Mode: —:
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ГО АЕ añ
elf you use this mode for filming outdoors in daylight,
To Return to the : the result will be almost the same as when filming in
Normal Filming Mode: —- the normal fiiming mode.
: e There will be a distinct increase in picture noise in low
E lit areas when using the Low Light Mode. This is
E: 1.
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Advanced Operations
46
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a Títle
Filming Backlit Scenes
When you film a subject that has a strong light
source behind it, for example a person with the sun
behind it. the face is in the shade and appears too
dark. In such a case, you can brighten up the
subject by keeping the [BACKLIGHT] Button
pressed during filming.
Viewfinder
Procedure
1
BACKLIGHT
Keep pressed.
Fading In the Picture and
Sound
At the beginning of a movie, etc. fading in is often
used. For example, after filming the title, starting the
first scene with the Fade-in Function is very effective.
1 FADE
Keen pressed while in
the Fliming Pause
Mode.
Fading Qut 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.
1 FADE
Press during fiiming
at the point where
vou wish to fade out,
and keep it pressed.
3
To Cancel this
Function
BACKLIGHT
Release the Button.
‘ress after the picture
in the LCD Monitor has
ixanpeared.
Remarks, etc.
eif you film a deep blue sky, it may appear whitish in
the playback picture.
®if you film a subject with the sun striking at an acute
angle, star-shaped light reflections may be recorded
in the picture.
e|f you fim a subject with very strong backlight or
with a very bright background, e.g. a person indoors
in front of a window, it may not be possible to
sufficiently brighten up the subject.
ein some cases when the backlit feature is used, the
subject may look clear but now the background may
look overexposed (too bright). This is normal and
nota malfunction of the unit.
©
TS
Release after approx.
3 seconds.
"ess after the picture
1 the LCD Monitor
1as disappeared.
TS
Release.
Advanced Operations
47
E SEARCH
REWS (FF
«TRACKING ™
DATE
TIME
SHIFT SET
rf Title
Checking the End of a Recorded
Scene 1
For occasionally important scenes, use this check
function during filming to confirm that the recording has
been performed correctly.
Press while in the
Filming Pause Mode.
Locating a Point Where You
Wish to Add a New Scene ; m Reverse direction
(Camera Search Function) © SEARCH
Film the individual scene a little langer 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 |
|
|
|
REW/ [x [=)/FF
Keep pressed while in
the Filming Pause
Mode.
Movie Camera returns to the Filming Pause Mode.
р PE
Eliminating Picture Distortions
by 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.
IT this occurs, you can eliminate them by adjusting the
tracking.
White noise bands
48
3 To start the filming
Again:
Press the Filming
Start/Stop Button.
E Forward direction
E] SEARCH
REWS О БЫТЕ
Keep pressed while In
the Filming Pause
Mode.
nN)
TRACKING
DATE
TIME
FIA 5
"ress both the [-d TRACKING] and [TRACKING >]
=uttons simultaneously.
Remarks, etc.
# The final 2 seconds of the last recorded scene will be
played back on the LCD Monitor and then the Movie
Camera returns to the Filming Pause Mode.
)
®if you keep pressing [REW-/(<-}] Button: a
The Indication “<<1" appears on the LCD Monitor.
The scene is played back in reverse direction at
3 times normal speed in the SP Mode and 6 times in
the LP Mode.
e |f you keep pressing [[>+]/FF] Button:
The Indication "I>" appears on the LCD Monitor.
The scene is played back in forward direction at
normal speed.
e[f you press both buttons simultaneously but the
picture quality does not improve, adjust by pressing
the [-4 TRACKING] or [TRACKING PM] Button
individually. {it may not be possible to remove the
noise bands completely.)
Advanced Operations
49
Using the Car Battery Cord (Optional)
50
Cigarette Lighter Socket
{DC IN]
Socket
Car Battery Cord
VW-ACC2E
{optional}
Notes:
1. The Car Battery Cord can only be used with
12 Y DC negative-grounded vehicles.
2. Do not start the car engine while the Movie
Camera is being powered by the car battery.
3. !t the voltage drops suddenly e.g. because the
car air-conditioner is turned on, the Movie
Camera is automatically tumed off to protect it.
Walt about 10 seconds before turning it on
again.
4. Some cars, RVs and campervans use 24 V.
Please confirm with vendor that your vehicle
uses 12 V before using the Car Battery Cord. 1f
used on 24 Y, damage may occur and is not
covered by the warranty.
1 Start the engine and then plug the Car
Battery Cord into the Cigarette Lighter
Socket.
2 Connect the other end of the cord to the
[DC IN] Socket on the Movie Camera.
Playing back on a TV Set with 21-pin AV Input Socket
|
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|
A AUDIO y
To 21-pin AV Input !
Socket (supplied) =
[AUDIO IN] ; [VIDEO IN]
|
FE FA
Audio/Video Cabie (supplied)
Using the SuppHed 21-pin Adaptor and Audio/
Vidan Cahis
TT UF A A ECR
Connect after tuming off the Movie Camera and
the TV Set.
E Activate the Playback Operation
{p. 32)
Editing a Previously Recorded Tape
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[AUDIO iN] [VIDEO IN]
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Audio/Video Cable (supplied)
Connect ihe Movie Camera to the VCR using the
Supplied Audio/Video Cable or 21-pin Adaptor.
E Operations
Playback Unit (Movie Camera) 9 000
Recording Unit (VCR): ez
O insert the recorded Video Cassette for playback
into the Movie Camera.
€ Play back the tape and locate the end of the
scene that you want to dub, and note the tape
counter position.
€) Rewind the tape and locate the beginning of the
scene that you want to dub.
@ Insert the Video Cassette for recording into the
VCR and put it in the Recording Pause Mode.
Also read the Operating Instructions of the VCR.
The picture quality deteriorates slightly in the
dubbing process, however, this can be
minimized by selecting the standard recording
speed (SP Mode) on the VCR.
© Start the playback.
(& Press the Pause/Still Button to start recording.
(7) As soon as the Tape Counter Indication on the
Movie Camera reaches the position noted in
step O:
Press the Pause:Still Button to put the VCR in
the recording pause mode, thus finishing the
dubbing.
E) For all additional scenes that you want to dub,
follow the above steps @ to 7
Options/Editing
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52
Editing a Previously Recorded Tape (cont.)
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Cable
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5-pin Edit Cabie
E [EDIT] Socket
By connecting a Panasonic Editing Controller
(optional) to this socket as well as to a Panasonic
YCA equipped with Edit Socket, highly precise and
speedy editing becomes possible.
The following types of Editing Controller can be
used with this Movie Camera.
1) Connecting the Movie Camera to a Panasonic
VCR equipped with synchro-edit socket
(3-5 mm stereo jack) as the recording und,
using the 5-pin Synchro Cord VW-K10E
{optional).
s This is a single event edit controlling system.
Therefore, the user needs ta know the start
and end points of the scene to be edited and
needs to start and stop the editing manualiy.
2) Connecting the Movie Camera tc a Panasonic
VCR equipped with 5-pin edit socket as the
recording unit, using the Editing Controller
VW-ECS310E (optional).
e This Editing Controller can be programmed for
automatic editing of up to 8 scenes.
«When using this Editing Cantroiler, be sure to
edit with the “Standard-Speed Mode”.
3) Connecting the Movie Camera to any brand of
VCR equipped with Infra-Red Remote
Controlier as the recording unit, using the
Editing Controller VW-EC1E (optional)
e This Editing Controller can be programmed for
automatic editing of up to 4 scenes.
4) Connecting the Movie Camera to a Panasonic
VCA with built-in Editing Controlier.
Consult the operating instructions of the VCR
for details.
Notes:
e This Movie Camera is not compatible with editing
systems of other brands (such as VCHs
equipped with a LANC socket).
eThe fuit 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.
Optional Accessories
Battery Pack
VW-VBS10E
VW-VBH10E
Battery Pack Car Battery
vW-VBS20E Charger
VW-VBH20E
Car Battery Cord
VW-ACC2E
5-Pin Synchro Cord.
VW-K10E
; Tre Shoe Adaptor
|
|
Filter Kit
VW-LF43E
- Standard Tripod
VZ-CTSSE
Deluxe Tripod
VZ-CT7SE
| (VW-SKSE; optional) \
° is recassany. Ÿ
Cassette Adaptor — Editing Controller Editing Controller Video Titler RF Adaptor
; VW-EC310E - VW-EC1E VW-VT1B VW-RF7E
; VW-TCA7E
|
Notes:
» Cansult your dealer for details of other accessories not listed here.
eSome of the accessories listed above may not be available in some countries.
E Charging Time and Maximum Time for
Continuous Filming
E | Max. Continuous
Battery Pack | Charging Filming Time
a. NV-VASD ¡ NV-VXIB
VW-VBS10E | 65 min. 40 min. * 45 min
VW-VBS20E 130 min. 8C min. 90 min.
YW-VBH10E 80 min. 50 min. 55 min.
VW-VBH20E 160 min. 100 min. 110 min.
(The times shown in The above chart are
approximations.)
E 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 function (p. 25).
To attach the Video DC Light (VZ-LDCS13E) to the
Movie Camera, the Shoe Adaptor (VW-SK9E) is
required.
Options/Editing
54
Leer WEE aL
Attaching the Filter (optional)
1
Before attaching an optional filter, first remove the
Lens Hood from the Movie Camera
1 Remove the Lens Hood.
2 Attach the fliter.
3 Attach the Lens Hood again.
Note:
To remove the Lens Hood, press with the palm of
your hand against it and turn in the direction of the
arrow,
e Filter KIt (VW-LF43E)
The Filter Kit AAN FASE
andan 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 Balanca
Adjustment Mode should be used, since the Auto
White Balance Adjustment Mode would not work
precisely)
The MC Protector is used for protecting the lens
and it can be used for virtually any kind of fiiming
Adjusting the Length of the Grip Belt
WT
E 1
и
Shoulder Strap
Holder
2 More than
2cm
Adjust the Grip Belt so that you can press the
Filming Start/Stop Button with the thumb. and the
[WT] Zoom Lever with the index finger.
1 Unfasten the veicro tape closure.
2 Adjust the length to the size of your hand.
3 Fasten the velcro tape closure.
Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through
the Shoulder Strap Holder.
2 Securely attach the end of the Shoulder
Strap. (More than 2 cm)
3 Attach the other end of the Strap in the
same way.
1 Slide the [EJECT A] Lever and remove the
Video Cassette.
2 Close the LCD Monitor and turn the
[POWER] ON/OFF Switch in.
(The Movie Camera is switched off.)
3 Slide the [BATTERY EJECT »] Lever to
the right and remove the Battery Pack.
4 Attach the Lens Cap.
Note:
Remove the Battery Pack from the Movie Camera
after use and keep it in a cool place. If the Battery
Pack remains attached to the Movie Camera, a
small amount of current flows to the Movie
Camera, even if the [POWER] ON/OFF Switch is
turned in, and this reduces the charge of the
Battery Pack.
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1 Turn the Viewfinder counterclockwise and
pull it off.
Remove dust with a blower brush {not
supplied).
3 To re-attach the Viewfinder, insert it so that
the marks Q and @ are aligned, and then
turn the Viewfinder clockwise.
Blower Brush
(not supplied)
Preventing Accidental Erasure of Recordings
| 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. Hf 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.
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E Recording onto a Video Cassette with a
Missing safety tab:
| Cover the hole firmly with two layers of Adhesive
| Tape.
Lighting
When you film in the Auto Mode, the Movie Camera always keeps the white balance adjusted to the
surrounding illumination. However, when you film in the Manual Mode, it is recommended to frequently adjust
the white balance—preferably for each new scene, like the professionals do it. This is because even slight
changes in the lighting (that are not noticeable to the human eye) or changes in position of the Movie Camera
could give the picture a reddish or bluish cast. In general, the colours tend to become reddish when filming
indoors, and under a clear, blue sky they become bluish.
NM Outdoors
Choose a Movie Camera position with the sun in your back, so that the sunlight falls evenly on the subject and
makes for a beautiful picture. See the table below and on the p. 40—43 to decide whether to film in the Auto or
Manual White Balance Adjustment, and whether a Filter Kit (VW-LF43E; optional) or a Video DC Light
(VZ-LDCS13E, optional) is necessary to obtain brilliant pictures with vivid colours.
Ш Indoors
It is possible to film indoors under fluorescent, halogen, tungsten or even candlelight. However, note that the
brighter the subject is lit, the more vivid a picture will be obtained. Therefore, it is recommended to brighten up
the scene with additional lighting, such as a Video DC Light (VZ-LDCS13E; optional) or a spot light. However, if
you want to capture the special mood of a dimly lit indoor (or outdoor} scene, filming is possible in the Low Light
Mode under weak lighting down to only 0.5 IX.
In Low Light Mode the picture quality may be noisy. This is normal and not a malfunction of the unit.
When using a Video DC light or a spotlight there are some points to keep in mind:
1. The Video DC light is only effective for up to 3 meters in general use.
2. In Close-up filming. for example Photographs, be sure to check for hot spot reflections and shadowing.
Standard Values of Brightness
The values shown in this table are rough approximations for general reference.
Lux: Unit of illumination {the larger the figure, the brighter the light source)
Lux Place or Type of lighting ; Toobtain Pictures with Vivid Colours
® Snow-covered mountains : An ND Filter (contained in Filter Kit
VW-LF43E; optional) is recommended to
eMid-summer beach dampen the excessive light and obtain
| stronger colours.
| 100,000 eSunlight at noon, clear sky (100,000 Ix)
e Sunlight at 10 AM, clear sky (65,000 Ix)
e Sunlight at 3 PM, clear sky (35,000 Ix)
e Sunlight at noon, cloudy sky (32,000 1X)
: eSunlight at 10 AM, cloudy sky (25.000 Ix)
| 10,000 |
. Range for filming without need for a Filter Kit
| * (VW-LF43E: optional) or additional lighting.
- eSunlight one hour after sunrise, cloudy
sky (2.000 Ix)
1,000 ; eSunlight one hour before sunrise, clear
sky (1.000 Ix)
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500 (500-700 Ix)
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Additional lighting is recommended for most
100 types of lighting in this range to obtain
e Street light (50-100 Ix) pictures with vivid colours.
20 | sCandle-light at 20 cm distance Additional lighting is necessary to obtain
(10-151) satisfactory picture quality.
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TERETE =
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Before Requesting Service
Reter- |
item Symptom Cause Action ance
page
Using the =p e Movie Camera mp e Not attached. es Attach it correctly.
Battery Pack
does not turn on.
| eClean it.
pe Not charged. eCharge it.
e Movie Camera ) e Exhausted. eUse a fully charge one. 14
turns off too soon. | |
® Filming was paused for e Turn the (POWER)
more than 6 minutes. ON/OFF Switch into
tum off the Movie 21,
Camera, and then tum it 25
out again to tum on the
; Movie Camera.
3:
3 : Using the AC => e Movie Camera md e Not connected. eConnectit correctly.
a. ; Adaptor does not turn on.
12
Using any of eMovie Camera e POWER! ON/OFF eTum it out.
the power does not turn on. Switch is not m
sources turned out. 16
y e Movie Camera eCondensation has | © Wait several hours.
turns off too soon. formed inside. Г | 51
#No picture inthe m [POWER] ON/OFF eTurn it out.
Viewfinder. Switch is not turned oul.
16
eRamave ii.
16
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E =} CD Monitor is open. e Sectrely close the LCD a
Е Monitor.
. eIndications in the = eEyepiece Corrector is » Adjust it.
Viewfinder are not not adjusted.
clear. x
3 чан ; 16
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: Eyepiece
| Corrector
=} e Viewtinder is dirty. 56
Item
Symptom
Heler-
| correctly.
| poles correctly aligned.
Cause | Action ence
: page
eFilming cannot be meThe erasure ==. | e Cover the tab
started. prevention tab > hole with = 56
of the inserted : adhesive tape. ©
cassette is broken off,
=> eNo cassette is e . eInsert a cassette with
inserted. ; intact erasure prevention 16
TT tab.
=p eo Tape has reached ” = |. elnserta new one. 16
its end.
eSome noise from wp eThe surroundings are e|t is not a mulfunction.
the zoom very quiet. —
© operation is picked
E up.
I
® Date and time =P e Date and time are not e Set the date and time.
cannot be set. ; 18
recorded. ; : | о ar |
eDate and time are m= [DATE/TIME] Button was | e Press the [DATE/TIME] :
not displayed in not pressed. : Button. : 18
the Viewfinder. an 1;
e Built-in Lithium Battery is | Recharge the Built-in io
exhausted. ; Lithium Battery.
e*U11/97 appears =} ® ТНе video heads are | e Return the Movie |
in the Viewfinder. dirty. I Camera to a qualified | —
| : service personnel. :
eNo picture. + ¢ [POWER] ON/OFF | e Tum the switch out and |
Switch is not turned =} press the |
out. ww? [VCR/CAMERA] Button | 32
YE: sothatthe VCR" |
м Indication Lamp lights up. |
==} e Not connected or eConnect correctly.
© © incorrectly connected to 12
2 TV set.
= |
= => eWrong channel is e Select the correct —
$ selected on TV set. channel.
£ ®Picture is distorted =p # Tracking is not adjusted. ® Adjust the tracking.
а. or not in colour. ao. |
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ePicture contains == eye, Review or Still : eftis not a malfunction.
Playback is activated.
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e Operation with the m= e Remote Controller's ; e Replace it with a new 10
5 Remote Controller battery is exhausted. i one (CR2025).
is not possible. :
5 eBattery is not inserted j e insert the battery with its 10
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Cautions
In case of abnormal operation of this unit (e.g.
if It emits smoke or some unusual smell),
immediately stop the operation and consult
qualified service personnel.
HN Cautions for Use of the Movie Camera
sWhen a thunderstorm approaches, stop using it.
(If the AC Adaptor is being used, disconnect it
from the AC Mains Socket.)
e Do not aim the Lens at the sun.
(This could damage internal parts of the Movie
Camera.)
e o not use it in the water or in places where
water or some other liquid could spiash on it.
(If it is accidentally dropped into water while the
AC Adaptor is being used, disconnect it from the
AC Mains Socket.)
eDo not use it with the cassetie compartment
facing down.
(This could cause uneven winding of the tape.)
e Do not insert or remove the video cassette in
dusty places.
e Do not use the Viewfinder as a carrying handle
when transporting the Movie Camera.
® Do not disassemble or reconstruct it.
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 it.
eDo not use it in areas with strong electric fields.
(This could negatively influence the picture
quality.)
eo not operate it very close to the Movie Camera
or a radio, TV etc.
e Do not use it in places with steam or oily smoke.
eVyhen unplugging the mains cable, pull it by the
plug, not by the cable.
NH Cautions for Cleaning the Movie Camera
Body, Lens and LCD Monitor
e Do not use bénzine, thinner or other chemicals
for cleaning. because they could change the
colour and damage the surface of the camera
body.
«When using a chemically treated cloth for
cleaning, carefully follow the instructions for its
use.
* Wipe the Movie Camera with a clean. dry cloth.
Never use cleaning fluid or other chemicals.
¢ Clean the lens and the LCD Monitor only with a
blower brush for cameras or supplied cleaning
tissue.
IE Cautions for Storage
eDo not store this Movie Camera in the following
places.
Places exposed to direct sunlight.
Places with high temperature and high humidity
{8.q. in a closed car or in a bathroom)
Near heaters.
eDo not leave it in direct contact with rubber or
piastic products for a long time.
exKeep it out of reach of children.
H Cautions for Transport
sWhen not actually filming, carry #t in a specially
designed Carrying Case.
eo Keep the packing materials. When transporting i
in the future, pack it in the same way as you
purchased it.
HN Cautions tor the LCD Monitor
es Extremely high precision technology is employed
in producing the LCD Monitor. The result is more
than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01%
of the pixels inactive or always lit.
eWhen the Movie Camera is very cold when
turning it on, the LCD Monitor is darker than
normally. However, as it reaches normal
temperature, it regains its normal brightness.
¢ To remove fingerprints. wipe it with the supplied
Cleaning Tissue or a simitar soft cloth.
eDo not expose the LCD Monitor to direct suntight
When sunlight falls onto the LCD Monitor, it may
be difficult to view the picture.
#Do not apply any pressure to the surface of the
LCD Monitor or subject it to strong shocks.
eo Before transporting the Movie Camera. securely
close the LCD Monitor.
Condensation
If Condensation Has Formed Inside the Movie
Camera, Filming is Not Possible.
М Symptoms of Condensation
o[f the following symptoms occur, condensation
has formed inside the Movie Camera.
© The Condensation Indication "U10/[g 7 on the
LCD Monitor or in the Viewfinder flashes.
{After this indication flashes for a few
seconds, the Movie Camera will automatically
tum Îtself off again.)
@ When turning on the Movie Camera, it tums
itself off.
(However, the Movie Camera also turns itself
off when the Battery Pack is exhausted.)
E Remedy
eWait a few hours before operating the Movie
Camera again.
(The actual time depends on the surrounding
conditions.)
e Turn on the Movie Camera.
e Confirm that the Condensation Indication is not
displayed any more.
e For added safety, wait about 1 more hour.
EN Remarks about Condensation
es Condensation can form if the Movie Camera 15
suddenly brought from cold surroundings to a
place where it is hot or humid.
e Since condensation forms gradually, there may
already be some condensation inside the Movie
Camera even before the Condensation Indication
begins to flash.
ein 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.
MN Precautions against Condensation
When moving it from a very cold place to a very
warm place, keep it in a tightly closed plastic bag
or similar to prevent condensation from forming.
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Questions & Answers
1 Power Sources
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C): What types of power sources can be used for this Movie Camera? And how are they
used? В
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 Adapter: Use it to connect the Movie Camera to a mains socket when filming indoors or near
a mains socket outdoors.
it 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 tc the cigarette
lighter socket in a car or other vehicle.
©
. Why aren't the Battery Packs sold In charged condition?
A: Ni-Cd (Nickel-Cadmium) Battery Packs or Ni-MH (Nickel-Metat-Hydride) Battery Packs can be used with
this Movie Camera. Both types are subject to se!f-discnarging. ¡.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 availabie for filming. be sure to charge the Battery
Packs no more than a few days before using them.
Q: Even though I charged the Battery Pack, its operation time Is much shorter than
indicated. Why is that?
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 continuous
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 filming time per Battery Pack is 30%-—50% less than for
continuous filming.
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 gels lower.
When you film on a ski slope. for example, it may be possible to film no longer than 5 minutes. sven
when you use a fully charged Battery Pack. Therefore, it is recommended that you take along 3-5 times
as many charged Battery Packs as you wouid for filming at normai temperature. Also, using
large-capacity Battery Packs will give you double the uninterrupted filming time of normal ones.
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QQ): Are there any ways to refresh a Battery pack If its useful operation time has become very
short?
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: Refreshing Battery Pack is possible with the following procedures:
Continue charging the Battery Pack for an additional 24 hours after the Charge indication Larnp on the AC
Adaptor goes out.
However, if the useful operation time is stili 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?
A: Approx. 200 times.
Q: How can one distinguish charged from discharged Battery Packs?
A: There is no difference in appearance. Theretore, it is recommended to make use of the Charge
Confirmation 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.
©
Are there any points to observe for effective use of the Battery Pack?
Observe the following points faithfully.
1) Charge the Battery Pack immediately before use or on the day before.
2) When you have finished the filming of a scene, turn the Movie Camera off.
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 you leave the Battery Pack attached to the Movie Camera for a very long period of time, excessive
discharging may occur, and it may not be possible to use that 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.
After turning on the Movie Camera, the “CAMERA” Indication Lamp flashes and the
Movie Camera turns itself off immediately.
This may be due to one of the following reasons:
1) The Battery Pack is completely discharged.
2) Condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera.
About 6 minutes after turning on the Movie Camera, it turns Itself off again...
If the Movie Camera is [eft in the Filming Pause Mode (PAUSE) for more than 6 minutes, it 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.)
Can the AC Adaptor be used in any country?
Yes. It can be used all over the world.
The AC Adaptor adjusts automatically to the 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
fake along the matching adaptor plug.)
2 Video Cassettes
QQ:
А:
Q:
A:
What kind of Yideo Cassettes can be used in this Movie Camera?
All Video Cassettes carrying the "VHS [C] or "5-YHS [C]" logo mark can be used.
[C! stands for “Compact”.
What is the difference between “VHS” and “S-VHS” Video Cassettes? Are they
compatible?
"WHS" 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 3
quality. For this reason, it is named “Super”. Q
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. 3
- Recording ; Playback = .
Cassette | Equipment for Recording System Equipment for Playback System
VHS Ad ; VHS SUIS VHS
i | Movie - Movie
i VHS Camera VHS VHS Camera | VHS
| VCR | VCR |
S-VHS
| i . _ ; S-VHS _
; S-VHS | S-VHS SQPB S-VHS
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Is it possible to record on both sides of a Video Cassette?
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
VCR.
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 layers of adhesive tape.
What precautions must be observed for handling Video Cassettes?
a 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. Ifit 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
vertical 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 Video Cassette.
6) Expose the tape to air by fast-forwarding and then rewinding it once a year.
: What do SP and LP stand for?
‚ “SP” stands for Standard Play. Filming and playback are possible for the duration indicated on the Video
Cassette.
“LP” stands for Long Play. Filming and playback are possible for approx. double the duration indicated on
the Video Cassette. While it is more economical, the picture quality is slightly inferior to that of the SP
mode,
(For example, on a Video Cassette EC60, filming is possible for 60 minutes in the SP mode and for
120 minutes in the LP mode.)
3 Filming
O): is It possible to film at night or in a dimly lit room?
A: 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.
(Ta brighten up a dark scene, use the Low Light Mode.)
Ql: What precautions must be observed for filming performances on a stage?
A: A subject that is brightly lit by spot-lights surrounded by dark parts of the stage or hall may result in
excessive contrast and cause the subject to 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: Even though the scene was brightly lit, the subject’s face appears too dark in the
playback picture. How can | prevent this?
A: This may be due to the following reasons:
1} When filming backlit scenes:
It is a basic rule to film your subjects with the sun in your back, just like for taking photos. Also zoom in
on the subject so that strong light sources are no longer close to the subject in the picture, and then
start filming. Be careful when filming outside from inside a room, because 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 slope, 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 ta the subject in the picture, and then start filming.
Q: What precautions must be observed for filming 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 Movie 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 ar 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 as you can
see much more comfortably under such conditions if you wear sunglasses, the pictures filmed with an
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.
- While filming with the Movie Camera, is it possible to monitor the picture on a TV set?
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Yes. Simply use an Audio/Video Cable to connect the Video Output Socket of the Movie Camera with the
Video Input Socket of a VCR or of a TV set and select the video playback channel on the TV set.
: Is it possible to film without sound?
A: If the Movie Camera is equipped with a socket for connecting an external microphone, connect an M3 type
plug (that is not connected to anything) into the socket. This deactivates the built-in microphone.
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Questions & Answers (cont.)
Q: What precautlons must be observed tor filming in a cold place, tor example on a ski
siope?
A: 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 meit and flow inside. Therefore, prepare
a plastic bag, some other waterproof bag or a towei or small blanket. After filming, wrap the Movie
Camera with a towel! or blanket etc. and put it into the plastic bag.
Protection against Coid {Low temperature)
The temperature range for norma! operation of the Movie Camera is 0FC—40°C. The coider the ambient
temperature becomes, the shorter becomes the operation time of the Battery Pack. Be sure to take
along extra Dattery Packs, After use, wrap the Movie Camera with a towel or blanket, etc. to keep it
warm.
Strong Light (Too bright)
On a ski slope, the direct sunlight and the light refiected by the snow surface is surprisingly strong.
As the tris automatically adjusts to the white snow, the people and their colourfui ski wear will appear
too dark in the playback picture.
To prevent this, zoom in on the subject sa it accupies as much as possible of the picture. or use an ND
Filter (optional).
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. If 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 or small blanket to prevent
it from getting cold during filming.
Before taking the Movie Camera into a warm roem, 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 acclimatise to the room temperature.
4 Playback
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Q: When on holidays In a forelgn country, can | play back the recordings made with this
Movie Camera via a TV set In that country?
A: Basically, there are 3 different television systems used in the world. !f the TV set uses the same television
system as this Movie Camera (PAL). 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 VCR a Video Cassette recorded with thls Movie Camera, some
noise bars appear In the picture. How can | eliminate them?
A: The tracking of the two units is not precisely matched.
Eliminate the noise bars by adjusting with the tracking contro! on the VCR.
When filming and playback are performed with the same Movie Camera, the tracking will match precisely.
Q): The Movie Camera Is connected to the TV. However, no playback picture appears on the
TV screen...? - TT
A: Select the video playback channel on the TV set.
Q: The red lever on the side of the Cassette Adaptor stands out and prevents inserting the
Cassette Adaptor into the VCR...?
A: Insert a battery (R6) into the Cassette Adaptor. If the battery is exhausted, replace it with a new one.
Index
AC Adaptor (p. 12, 14)
AC Mains Socket (p. 13, 15)
[AE] Dial (p. 21, 36, 40, 45)
[AUDIO OUT] Socket (p. 12, 50, 51)
Auto Focus Mode (p. 36)
Autamatic White Balance Adjustment (p. 40)
Auto Mode (p. 21, 25)
[BACKLIGHT] Button (p. 46)
[BATTERY EJECT »] Lever (p. 15, 55)
Battery Pack (p. 14)
Before Requesting Service {p. 58)
BRIGHT] Control {p. 8)
Built-in Lithium Battery (p. 19)
"CAMERA" Indication Lamp (p. 20)
Camera Search Function (p. 48)
Car Battery Cord (p. 50)
Cassette Adaptor (p. 34)
Cassette Compariment Cover (p. 17)
Cassette Compartment [LOCK] Button (p. 17)
ICHARGE] Lamp (p. 14)
“CHK” Indication (p. 48)
[COLOUR] Control (p. 8)
Condensation {p. 61)
Cue Playback (p. 32)
[DATE/TIME] Button (p. 18)
Date/Time Setting (p. 18)
[DC IN] Socket (p. 12, 50)
[EDIT] Socket (p. 52)
[EJECT A] Lever (p. 16)
Error Code (p. 29)
Eyepiece Corrector Ring (p. 18)
[FADE] Button (p. 46)
FF (Fast-Forward) (p. 32)
Filming Stant/Stop Button (p. 21, 25)
[FOCUS] Button (p. 36)
Focus Ring (p. 36)
Grip Belt (p. 55)
Head Clogging (p. 53)
Index signals {p. 21)
LCD Monitor (p. 8)
LCD [OPEN] Lever (p. 8)
LCD Support Leg (p. 9)
Lens Cap {p. 16, 40, 55)
Low Light Mode (p. 44)
Manual Focus Mode (p. 36)
Manual White Balance Adjustment (p. 40)
Max. Filming Time with Battery Pack (p. 15, 53)
[MEMORY] Button (p. 26)
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Index (cont.)
Optional Accessories (p. 53)
[PAUSE] Button (p. 33)
[PLAY] Button (p 33)
Portrait Mode (p. 44)
[POWER] ON/OFF Switch (p. 16)
Remaining Tape Time (p. 26)
Remote Controller (p. 10)
Remote Control Receiver Window (p. 11)
[RESET] Button (p. 26)
Review Playback (p. 32)
REW (Rewind) (p. 32)
[RF DC OUT] Socket (p. 6)
Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 551
Speaker (p. 33)
[SP/LP] Button (p. 20. 24)
Sports Mode (p. 44)
Standard Accessories (p. 4)
Still Playback fp, 33)
[STOP] Button (p. 33)
[TAPE] Button (р. 26)
Tape Counter (p. 26)
Tape Length (p. 26)
Tracking Adjustment (p. 48)
Tripod Receptacie (p. 6)
[VCR/CAMERAI Button (ip 32)
"VCR" Indication Lamp (p. 323
[VIDEO OUT] Socket (р. 12, 50, 51)
Viewfinder (p. 16, 28. 56)
VOLUME] Control (p. 8, 33)
Warning/Alarm indications (p. 28)
[Y.B] Button (p 41)
White Balance Sensor (p. 40)
[We T] Zoom Lever (p. 25)
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Zoom (p. 24)
Zoom magnification (p. 24)
Specifications (NV-VX5B)
VHS-C Movie Camera
t Power Source:
Power
Consumption:
e The rating plate
Movie Camera.
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Tape Format:
Recording/Playback
Time:
VIDEO
Television System:
Output Level:
AUDIO
Output Level/
impedance:
Audio Track:
Image Sensor:
Lens:
Viewfinder:
Standard
Mumination:
Minimum Required
illumination:
Operating
Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:
Dimensions:
4.8 V (Battery Pack)
6.0 V (AC Adaptor)
7.8W
(Battery Pack Operation)
is on the bottom side of the
Information for your safety
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VHS-C tape
SP; 1 hour with EC60
LP; 2 hours with EC60
CCIR: 825 lines, 50 fields
PAL colour signal
VIDEO OUT (PHONO);
1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
terminated
AUDIO QUT (PHONO);
—6 dBV (47 kohm loaded)!
less than 1 kohm
1 track (Normal-Monaural)
a-inch CCD Image
Sensor
14:1 Wide-angle
Power Zoom Lens
21.4
Focal Length;
3.8-54.6 mm
Digital Al Auto Focus/
Auto iris
Filter Diameter; 43 mm
4-inch Colour LCD Monitor
0.5-inch Electronic
Viewfinder
1,400 [x
0.5 Ix (Low Light Mode)
O°C—40°C
10%—80%
Approx. 1050 g
(without Battery Pack)
Approx. 95 (W)x 143 (H)x
260 (D) mm
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AC Adaptor
Information for your safety
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AC 100-240 V,
Power Source:
50-60 Hz =
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Consumption: 25W =
DC Output: DC 6.0 V, 8.5 W =
(Movie Camera =
Operation) т
ОС 4.8 М, 1.2 А =
5 (Battery Pack Charging) A
e The rating plate is on the bottom side of the AC
Adaptor
Welght:
Dimensions:
Approx. 210 g
Approx. 72 (W)x39 (H)x
143 (D) mm
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice,
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Specifications (cont.) (NV-VX1B)
VHS-C Movie Camera
Information for your safety
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Power Source: 4.8 V (Battery Pack)
6.0 V (AC Adaptor)
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Consumption: 7.3W
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e The rating plate is on the bottom side of the
Movie Camera.
Tape Format: VHS-C tape
Recording/Playback
Time: SF; | hour win ECO
LP; 2 hours with EC60
VIDEO
Television System: CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields
PAL colour signal
Output Level: VIDEO OUT (PHONO):
1.0 Ve-p. 75 chm
terminated
AUDIO
Output Level/
Impedance: AUDIO QUT (PHONO):
—6 dBV (47 kohm |caded)/
less than 1 kehm
Audio Track: 1 track (Normai-Monaural)
Image Sensor: Va-inch CCD Image
Sensor
Lens: 14:1 Wide-angie
Power Zoom Lens
F1.4
Focal Length:
3.9--54.6 mm
Digital Al Auto Focus/
Auto [ris
Fitter Diameter; 43 mm
Viewfinder: 3-inch Colour LCD Monitor
0.5-inch Electronic
Viewfinder
Standard
Humination: 1,400 Ix
Minimum Required
Wumination: 0.5 Ix (Low Light Mode)
Operating
Temperature: 0°C-40°C
Operating Humidity: 10%-—80%
Weight: Approx. 1050 g
{without Battery Pack)
Dimensions: Approx. 85 (W}x 143 (H)x
260 (D) mm
AC Adaptor
Information for your safety
= Power Source: 2AC 100-240 Y, =
= 50-60 Hz =
= Power =
= Consumption: 25W =
= DC Output: DC 5.0 V,85W =
= (Movie Camera &
= Operation) =
= DC 4.8 V, 1.2A =
= (Battery Pack Charging} =
= o =
eThe rating plate is on the bottom side of the AC
Adaptor
Weight: Approx. 210g
Dimensions: Approx. 72 (W} x33 (H}X
143 (D) mm
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subiect to change without notice.
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