Panasonic Digital Palmcoder PalmSight PV-DV900 User manual

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Operating Instructions
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PV-DV900
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
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Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Please take time to fill in the information below• The serial number is on the tag located on
the underside of your Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient
Palmcorder information source.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No,
Model No,
Serial No.
1 pc. AC Adaptor
(PV-DAC9)
with AC Cable, DC Cable
and Jack Box
1 pc. Battery Pack
(PV-DBP8) 1 pc. AN Cable (V JAW0043)
1 pc. Lens Cap
(LSYF0358) 1 pc. Shoulder Strap
(VYCW0225)
2For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your ._._][_rPalmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode only.
This Palmcorder is equipped with the HQ System to provide excellent video pictures. It is
recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in VCR
machines with the M_n_[_Tmark be used.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
This symbol warns the
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, itis dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in orde_
to avoid any problems.
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 and part 18 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when operated in a residential environment.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location
and/or utilize an electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver.
If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You may
find the booklet, 'Something About Interference' available from FCC local regional offices
helpful.
FCC Warning: To assure continued FCC compliance, use only the shielded interface
cable with ferrite cores provided with Adaptec products, use only the
shielded interface cable with Radius products when connecting digital
video camera and computer.
Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would
void the user's authority to operate.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 3

1. Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings -- All warnings on the unit and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions-- All operating and maintenance
instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning -- Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments-- Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product manufacturer as
they may be hazardous.
7. Water and Moisture -- Do not use this video unit near
water-- for example near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool, and the like.
8. Accessories -- Do not place this video unit on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with
a cart, stand, tdpod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any
mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer's
instructions and should use a
mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer. An appliance
and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overfurn.
9. Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the video unit and to protect it from
overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiator
or heat register. This video unit should not be placed
in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources -- This video unit should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. Ifyou are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or
local power company. For video units intended to be
operated from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization -- This video unit may be
equippedwitheither apolarized 2-wire AC
(AlternatingCurrent)line plug (a plug havingone
blade widerthan the other) or 3-wire groundingtype
plug, aplug havinga third(grounding)pin.
The 2-wire polarized plugwillfit intothe power outlet
only one way. Thisis a safety feature. Ifyou are
unableto insertthe plugfully intothe outlet,try
reversingthe plug. Ifthe plugstillfails tofit, contact
your electricianto replaceyour obsolete outlet.Do
notdefeat the safety purposeof the polarized plug.
The 3-wire groundingtype plugwillfit intoa
groundingtype power outlet. Thisis a safety feature.
If you are unableto insertthe plugintothe outlet,
contactyour electricianto replaceyour obsolete
outlet.Do notdefeat the safety purposeofthe
groundingtype plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection-- Power-supplycords
should be routedso that they are not likely to be
walked onor pinchedby itemsplaced upon or
againstthem, payingparticularattentionto cordsof
plugs,convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere
theyexitfrom the unit.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside
antenna or cable system isconnectedto the video
unit,be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to providesome protectionagainst
voltagesurges and built-up static charges. Part 1of
the Canadian ElectricalCode, in USA Section810 of
the National ElectricalCode, provides information
with respect to propergroundingof the mast and
supportingstructure,groundingofthe lead-in wireto
an antenna discharge unit,size of grounding
conductors,locationof antenna dischargeunit,
connectiontogroundingelectrodes, and
requirementsfor the groundingelectrode.
WIRE
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC " NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250 PART H)
14. Lightning -- For added protection of this video unit
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the video unit due to lightning and power-line
surges.
4For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

15. Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fail into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electdc shock.
17. Objects and Liquids -- Never push objects of any
kind into this video unit through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a fire or electricshock.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.
18. Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this video unit
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer aU
servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service -- Unplug this video unit
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. Ifany liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have
fallen into the video unit.
c. If the video unithas been exposed to rain or water
d. Ifthe video unit does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered bythe operating
instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video unitto its normal operation.
e. ffthe video unit has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in
performance -- this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement paris specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the odginal part.
Unauthodzed substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check-- Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this video unit, ask the servicetechnician to
perform safety checks to determine that the video
unit is in safe operating order.
USE & LOCATION
•TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed torain or moisture. Do
notconnectthe power supplyor operate your Camcorderif it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed for
outdooruse, however itis not designed tosustain directexposureto water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct
splashing from a poolor even a cup ofcoffee. This actioncould permanentlydamage the internalpartsof your
Camcorder. Do not attempt todisassemble this unit,There are no userserviceable parts inside. Unplugyour
Camcorder from the power supplybefore cleaning.
•DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
•DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF
• DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ._ Such as, in directsunlight,
inside aclosed car, nextto a heater, etc,.. This actioncouldpermanentlydamage the internalpartsofyour
Camcorder.
•AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unitis suddenly moved froma cold place to a warm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.
•DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE,
•STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Storeand handle your Camcorderin a manner thatwill notsubject it to
unnecessary movement (avoid shakingand striking).Your Camcorder containsasensitive pick-updevice which
could be damaged by improperhandlingor storage.
CARE
•TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder
body.
•TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens withyourhand. Use a commercialcamcorderlens
solutionand lens paper when cleaning the lens. Impropercleaning can scratchthe lens coating.
•TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Before handlingyour Camcorder, make sure your hands
and face are free from any chemical products,such as suntan lotion,as it may damage the finish.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Things You Should Know .................................................................................................... 2
Important Safeguards .......................................................................................................... 4
Precautions .......................................................................................................................... 5
Self Demo Mode .................................................................................................................. 7
Quick Guide ............................................................................. ,........................................... 8
Supplying Power ................................................................................................................ 10
Cassette Information ......................................................................................................... 13
Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................... 15
Using the Palmcorder Menu ............................................................................................. 16
MENU OSD ....................................................................................................................... 17
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ................................................................ 20
Color Enhancement Light ................................................................................................. 24
Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................................................................................ 25
Camera Recording ............................................................................................................ 27
Remote Control ................................................................................................................. 30
Playback Your Recordings ................................................................................................ 32
Digital Electronic Image Stabilization System (D.E.I.S.) .................................................. 38
Zoom .................................................................................................................................. 39
Recording Still Pictures ..................................................................................................... 39
Digital Photo Shot ............................................................................................................. 40
White Balance ................................................................................................................... 41
Program AE ....................................................................................................................... 42
Digital Functions ................................................................................................................ 43
Focus ............................................................................................................................. .,...44
Audio/Video Fade In/Out ................................................................................................... 45
Backlight ............................................................................................................................ 45
High Speed Shutter ........................................................................................................... 46
Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in Microphone ............................................... 47
Memory-Stop Editing ......................................................................................................... 48
Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette .............................................................. 49
Copying from Digital Equipment (dubbing) ....................................................................... 50
PC Connection .................................................................................................................. 51
Using the Digital Photo Printer ......................................................................................... 52
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Palmcorder Accessory System ......................................................................................... 53
Palmcorder Accessory Order Form .................................................................................. 54
Notes On Operations ........................................................................................................ 55
Specifications .................................................................................................................... 57
Before Requesting Service ............................................................................................... 58
Request for Service Notice ............................................................................................... 60
Index of Controls ............................................................................................................... 61
Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 67
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia Para Uso Rapido ........................................................... 69
Index .................................................................................................................................. 71
6For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Self Demo mode is on when screen at
right appears. Do the steps below to
turn off. EVF Screen
OWER
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Set the POWER Switch to Camera.
Press the LCD-OPEN Button to
unlock the LCD monitor and swing it
open.
LCD-OPEN
Button
Hold down the STOP Button for more
than 5 seconds,
Note:
•Self Demo mode is cancelled if a
cassette with rec tab closed is inserted
(see pages 13, 14).
• Self Demo mode stops for 3 minutes if a
function key is pressed.
REW STOP FF
Button Button Button To turn Self Demo mode on, do the
following:
• Set the POWER Switch to CAMERA.
Hold down FF and REW Button together
for more than 5 seconds. Then, the Self
Demo screen will appear on the screen.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 7

|1_[,:, I ii [:-] IP:.| _|_o] i[i h_l[Onn Before you begin...
•Charge the Battery (see page 10).
Insert the Battery and slide it down
until it locks with a click.
Note:
•The EVF is a fixed type and cannot be
extended or retracted. DO NOT apply
force.
•Do not lift or carry the Palmcorder by the
EVF or by the LCD Monitor.
Slide the TAPE EJECT Switch to open
the Cassette Compartment Cover.
•The Cassette Holder slides out.
TAPE EJECT Cassette
Switch Compartment Cover
PUSH mark
3insert a cassette with its window side
facing up.
•Make sure the record tab is closed.
(see page 14).
Press on the PUSH mark to close the
upper Cassette Compartment Cover.
•The Cassette Holder with the cassette
slides back inside.
Close the Cassette Compartment
Cover.
Set the POWER Switch to CAMERA.
Vision Adjustment
Control
8
POWER Switch
Adjust the Vision Adjustment Control
to your eyesight.
(Continued on next page.)
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

8Press RECORD/PAUSE Button to
start recording.
Press RECORD/PAUSE Button
again t_ recording.
RECORD/
PAUSE Button
Set the POWER Switch to VCR.
Note:
•The EVF is a fixed type and cannot be
extended or retracted. DO NOT apply
force.
•Do not lift or carry the Palmcorder by the
EVF or by the LCD Monitor.
POWER Switch
Press the LCD-OPEN Button to
unlock the LCD monitor and swing it
open.
LCD-OPEN
Button
Press REW to rewind the tape.
Press PLAY to start playback.
REW STOP PLAY
Button Button Button Press STOP to stop playback.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 9

POWER
Lamp ,I,
1
2
Connect and plug in the Cable as
shown.
• POWER Lamp will light.
• Disconnect DC Cable if it is
connected to AC Adaptor.
50 80 100%
Attach the battery as shown to
charge.
• Charge lamps on the AC Adaptor will
flash and then turn solid green to
indicate current charge level. When all
3 lamps are constantly on, the battery
is fully charged. (approx. 1 hour)
Expect approx. 1 hour 15 minutes of
operation when fully charged
(EVF usage).
Remove the Battery.
Slide the Battery out and then lift up.
• The three Charge Lamps "50%", "80%" and "100%" flash and then remain lit one after
another to indicate how much the Battery has been charged. When all three lamps are
lit, charging is finished.
•The Charge Lamps give a good approximate indication of the charging condition under
normal ambient temperature. However, when charging at high or low temperature, the
charge lamps may differ considerably from the actual charging condition.
• When you charge two batteries, charging starts from Battery 1. At this time, the
Charging Lamps for Battery 2 show the remaining charge of Battery 2. (If the remaining
charge is less than 50%, no Charge Lamp is lit.)
Battery Charging Confirmation Marker
Use this marker as a reminder to yourself ,
when the battery is fully charged or in need
of a charge. This marker performs no
function and is for your reference only.
• The Battery is no longer serviceable if the
operation time is very short, even after a
sufficient charge.
10 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Insert the Battery and slide it down until it
locks with a click.
Note:
•The EVF is a fixed type and cannot be
extended or retracted. DO NOT apply
force.
•Do not lift or carry the Palmcorder by the
EVF or by the LCD Monitor.
To remove the Battery:
Slide the Battery upward while sliding the
BAI-FERY RELEASE Button.
BATTERY RELEASE Button
Caution:
•Charge only with specified charger.
• The Battery can be charged within a
temperature range of 32°F (0°C) and 104°F
(40°C).
•The Battery may be warm after charging or just
after use. This is normal.
• Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn
out Battery.
•In extreme cold surroundings, Battery charging
time will increase.
To avoid damage to the Battery:
•Do not drop or jar the Battery.
• Use the Battery with specified models only.
• If the Battery is used in extremely high
temperatures, a safety device wil! automatically
prevent operation.
Safety precautions:
• Do not get the Battery near, or dispose of in
fire.
• Do not directly connect (short circuit) the
positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.
• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble
the Battery. For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
To insure longer battery life:
•While not in use, remove Battery from the
Palmcorder and AC Adaptor and store in a
cool, dark, dry place. If you leave the Battery
in the Palmcorder or on AC Adaptor, the
Battery will no longer be rechargeable,
•Keep the Battery terminals clean.
11

Insert the Jack Box and slide it down
until it locks with a click.
Note:
• The EVF is a fixed type and cannot be
extended or retracted. DO NOT apply
force.
•Do not lift or carry the Palmcorder by the
EVF or by the LCD Monitor.
o
F
Insert the DC Cable into the Jack
Box.
Connect the other end of the DC
Cable to the AC Adaptor as shown.
Plug in the AC Adaptor.
•The POWER Lamp lights up.
Note:
•When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor
from the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor
consumes 1W of electric power when
plugged into an AC outlet even when not
in use.)
12 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. 1
TAPE EJECT Cassette
Switch Compartment Cover
2
3
4
Slide the TAPE EJECT Switch to
open the Cassette Compartment.
• The Cassette Holder slides out.
insert a cassette with its window side
facing up.
Press on the PUSH mark to close the
upper Cassette Compartment Cover,
• The Cassette Holder with the
cassette slides back inside.
Close the lower Cassette
Compartment Cover.
PUSH mark
•If the Paimcorder is connected to a power
source, the cassette can be inserted and
ejected without turning the Palmcorder on.
1
2
Slide the TAPE EJECT Switch to
open the Cassette Compartment.
• The Cassette Holder slides out.
Pull the cassette straight out.
Hint for inserting the cassette
•When you insert a cassette that is
partially recorded, use the Edit Search
Function to search for the position from
which you want to record again. Especially
when you want to record again on a
cassette that is already fully recorded, be
sure to first locate the position where you
want to add the new recording, before
starting to record.
Notes
• If hand strap is tight it may prevent
Cassette Holder from fully opening for
tape insert or eject. Loosen hand strap
if necessary.
•After the Cassette Holder has been
retracted completely, close the lower
Cassette Compartment Cover.
•When inserting the cassette, make sure
it faces in the right direction and then
push in completely.
If the Cassette Holder does not retract
completely, take the following measures:
•Press PUSH mark to securely close the
upper Cassette Compartment Cover.
• Turn the Palmcorder on again with the
POWER Switch.
If the Cassette Holder does not slide out,
take the following measures:
•Close the Cassette Compartment Cover
completely and then open it again.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 13

Use only those tapes having the ,i°,|}_,,logo indicating the 6.35mm digital standard.
Cassette type Record Speed/Playback time
SP LP
AY-DVM30EA 30 minutes 45 minutes
AY-DVM60EA 60 minutes 90 minutes
AY-DVM80EA 80 minutes 120 minutes
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Cassettes have a sliding record tab to ensure recordings are not accidentally erased.
To prevent accidental erasure
Slide the tab to the left (open).
To record again
Slide the tab to the right (close).
14 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

The date and time is calculated, including
leap year, up to DEC 31 2089.
MENU Button
-- EXAMPLE:
4,
SELECT SET
WHEEL
:1998
"_" Rotate
:1999
-(_EE)- Push
nm_ml]m
:JAN
Before you begin...
•Connect the Pslmcorder to a power source.
•Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
1
2
Press MENU to display the Camera
Mode menu screen (see page 17).
Rotate the SELECT SET WHEEL to
select CLOCK-SET.
3
4
Press SELECT SET WHEEL down to
select CLOCK-SET ON. The DATE/
TIME SETTING menu appears.
Rotate the SELECT SET WHEEL to
select the desired numbers, then,
press SELECT SET WHEEL down to
fix that portion and move to the next.
Adjust the shaded items for the Year,
month, day, hour, and minute.
M_NTH : 1999
: JAN
DAY : 29
HOUR : 12AM
MINUTE : 34
When time setting is completed, press
the MENU Button to start the clock.
Note:
•If you should pass the current year,
continue pressing down on the SELECT
SET WHEEL until the year appears again.
• A built-in battery maintains clock
operation. If the Palmcorder is not
connected to a power source for a few
months, the built-in battery may discharge
and "CLOCK BATTERY" indication
appears (see page 23).
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 15

The Palmcorder features two menu
displays: one for camera mode (recording)
and the other for VCR mode (Playback).
Displaying the MENU
Before you begin...
•Connect the Palmcorder to a power source.
•Set the POWER Switch to CAMERA.
• While the Menu screen is displayed, you
cannot record or play the tape.
• While recording, the Menu screen will not
be displayed.
• While in playback, the Menu screen can
be displayed.
1Press the MENU Button to display the
CAMERA menu.
2 Set the POWER Switch to VCR to
change to the VCR menu if desired.
Setting the MENU Items
Rotate the SELECT SET WHEEL to
select a menu item.
MENU Button
SELECT SET
WHEEL 3
•The character of your selection will be
inversely displayed.
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Press down on the SELECT SET
WHEEL to set your selection.
•The "e" mark will indicate your
selection.
Press MENU Button to exit from the
display.
Note:
• Rotate the SELECT SET WHEEL to
display additional lines.
•If you select ALL at COLLAPSE, then
return to main menu.
I°
(COLLAPSE •ALL)
It FUNCTION _•_)
(2 CAMER& ADJUST _I'P)
(3 REC MODE '_1÷)
(4 DISPLAY SETTING ',_e_i ')
• If you select desired item from the main
menu, detailed items will show up on the
screen.
16 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

(1 FUNCTION •_, _)
a. D. FUNCTION •OFF EIS/D.ZOOM
EIS D.ZOOM
WIPE MIX
STROBE GAINUP
TRAIL
b. D. ZOOM D,ZOOM1 D.ZOOM2
c. D. EFFECT •OFF NEGA SEPIA
MONO SOLARI
=====================
(2 CAMERA ADJUST •_' '1" )
d.PROQ.AE .OFF -%
8+.,,
e.W.BALANCE -,_
•AUTO
f. SHUTTER SET •(AUTO)
(3 REC MODE •_ _)
g, REC-SPEED •SP LP
h, AUDIO-REC •12 bit 16 bit
i. SHUTTER •OFF ON
j. WIND-CUT •OFF ON
k, REMOTE OFF •VCR1 VCR2
I. INDEX •DAY 2HOUR
m, TALLY-LED OFF •ON
n. BEEP OFF •ON
(4 DISPLAY SETTING •_' '1_)
o. DISPLAY OFF •LINEAR
MEMORY T.CODE
p.C.RESET •OFF ON
q. DATE/TIME OFF •D/T DATE
r. CLOCK-SET •OFF ON
iII iiIiIiiIiiii iiiIIiIiIIiiIiI
(5 LCD SETTING • _1, ,1_)
s. SELF-REC •NORMAL MIRROR
t. LCDSET •OFF ON
( COLLAPSE ALL )
a. DIGITAL FUNCTION (pages 38, 43)
To select one of the 8 digital functions.
Setting to OFF cancels the previously
selected digital function.
b. D. ZOOM (page 39)
To select the desired zoom range.
D.ZOOM1: Digital zoom from 18x to
36x.
D.ZOOM2: Digital zoom from 18x to
300x.
c. D.EFFECT (page 43)
To select one of the 4 digital picture
effects for recording. Setting to OFF
cancels the previously select digital
effect.
d. PROG. AE (page 42)
To select one of the 5 Program AE
modes. Setting to OFF cancels the
previously selected Program AE mode.
e. W.BALANCE (page 41)
To select one of the 3 White Balance
modes.
f. SHUI-rER (page 46)
To select a desired shutter speed.
g. REC-SPEED (page 14)
SP: Normal recording speed mode.
LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as
long as in the SP mode. For
example, 90 minutes recording is
possible on a 60-minutes tape.
h. AUDIO-REC (page 47)
12 bit: The sound is recorded in the 12
bit/32 kHz mode.
16 bit: The sound is recorded in the 16
bit/48 kHz high-quality mode,
i. SHU'R'ER (page 40)
When set to ON, still pictures taken in
the PhotoShot mode are recorded with
a visual shutter effect and click sound.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 17

J- WIND-CUT (page 27)
To reduce sound distortion caused by
wind hitting the microphone. However,
this slightly deteriorates the sound
reproduction in the bass range.
k. REMOTE (page 31)
VCRI:To receive signals from the
Remote Control set to VCRI.
VCR2:To receive signals from the
Remote Control set to VCR2.
OFF: To prevent reception of signals
from the Remote Control.
.INDEX (page 35)
DAY: An index signal is recorded
when recording is restarted
after the date has changed
since the last recording.
2 HOUR: An index signal is recorded
when recording is restarted
after a lapse of more than 2
hours.
m. TALLY-LED (page 27)
Tally LED lights during recording when
set to ON.
n, BEEP
Set to ON to beep when starting and
stopping camera recording or when
unusual conditions occur. To cancel
the beep, set to OFF.
Palmcorder will beep:
•Once when you start recording
• Twice when you stop recording
• Repeatedly when warning of
unusual conditions (pages 22, 23).
o. DISPLAY (page 20)
To select the desired type of display
and counter indication displayed on the
LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder.
p. C.RESET (page 20)
Setting to ON, resets the counter to
zero.
q. DATE/TIME (page 21)
To display the date and time can be set
on the screen.
r. CLOCK-SET (page 15)
When set to ON, the date and time can
be set on the screen.
s. SELF-REC (page 28)
NORMAL: During self-recording, the
picture on the LCD Monitor
is the same as it will be
recorded.
MIRROR: During self-recording, the
picture on the LCD Monitor
is horizontally reversed.
t. LCD SET (page 28)
Setting to ON displays the menu for
adjusting the LCD brightness and color
level.
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(1 VCR SETTING •¢ _)
u.B.SEARCH OOFF ON
v. INDEX QPHOTO SCENE
w. AUDIO OST1 ST2 MIX
REMOTE OFF OVCR1 VCR2
REC-SPEED QSP LP
(2 DISPLAY SE'R'ING •_ _)
DISPLAY OFF OLINEAR
MEMORY T.CODE
C.RESET OOFF ON
DATF_JTIME OFF OD/T DATE
CLOCK-SET QOFF ON
======================
(3 LCD SETTING • 4, _' )
LCD SET eOFF ON
( COLLAPSE ALL )
u. B.SEARCH (Book Mark Search)
(page 30)
Select ON to go directly to a blank
portion of the tape.
v. INDEX (page 35)
To select the desired Index Search
function.
PHOTO: To search for Photoshot
pictures.
SCENE: To search for scenes marked
with Index signal.
w. AUDIO (pages 47, 48)
To select the desired audio playback
mode after performing audio dubbing in
the 12 bit mode.
ST1: The original sound alone is played
back.
ST2: The dubbed sound alone is played
back,
MIX: The original sound and the dubbed
sound are played back together.
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Here are some of the basic indications which appear in the Palmcorder EVF and LCD
Monitor. These indications except the Date and Time will not be recorded on the tape.
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•When you are using the AC Adaptor, the
Battery Remaining indication may not
show FULL, This is normal.
b. Tape Remaining
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•It will take several seconds for the tape
remaining indicator to operate after the
tape starts moving.
c. Digital Zoom (page 39)
This display appears when the digital
zoom function has been activated.
d. Tape Speed Indication (page 17)
Indicates the tape speed (SP or LP).
e. Display On/Off and Counter/Time Code
The indication switches as shown below
when the desired "DISPLAY" mode is
selected from the menu (page 18).
•Even if display off is selected, the Tape
Mode and Date and Time indication
can be displayed.
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Memory Counter M 0:00.00
The Palmcorder will stop whenever it
reaches the point where the counter was
previously set to M 0:00.00 during audio
dub, fast forward or rewind.
Time Code 0h00m00s00f
The Palmcorder calculates and displays
exactly where you are on any tape in terms
of hours, minutes, seconds, and frames
(30 frames = 1 second).
•This display can not be reset.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Display must be set to ON for MF, AE,
W. BALANCE or BACK LIGHT indications
to be displayed on the EVF or LCD Panel
when selected.
20 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)