Panasonic Digital Palmcorder PV-DV101 User manual

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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.
fDate of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your '_'l]k" Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode
and Los-g (LP) mode.
II is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in
VCR machines with the u"'l]5" mark be used.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulatec
voltage wffhin the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause etectdc shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of this unit,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER fOR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO OUALIFtE[
This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefull,
to avoid any problems.
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover,
This device complies wilh 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 Parl 15 of the FCC
Rules. These timits 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 utiJize an electrical outlet different from that used by the
receiver.
If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/'T'V 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 provided shielded
interface cable when connecling digital video camera to computer in
accordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment could void the user's authority to operate.

operated.
2. Retain thstmctk:'_s -- The safety and operating
in,Jr_.,'Kxionsshould be _'etai_ed for future refereece.
3. Heed Wamings _Atlwamir_:Jsen the unit and i_ the
operatinoj instructions should be adhered 40,
4, Fofiowthstruotiens--Alloperattngandmaintenance
instructions shou)d be followed,
5. Cleaning -- Unptug this video unif kern the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid Oraerosol
c!eaners, Use a dry cloth tot c)eaeing.
6. Attaahments-- Do not use attachments rmt
recommended by the video pro<Justmanufacturer as
they may be hazardous.
7, Water and Moisture -- 0o not use this video unit near
water -- for example near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink. orlaundry tub, in awar basement, or
near aswimming pool, and the like,
8. Aacessodes -- Do not place this video unit an a.e
unstabto cad, stand, t_pod, bracket, or table. The
video unit may fail, causing sedous injurV to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the unit, Use only with
acarl stand, tr)ped, bracket, ortable recommended
by the fr_anu|acturer, or sold with the video unit, Any
mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturers
instructions and should use a
mourning accessory
recommended by the
manufacturer. An appliance and
cart combinat_n should be moved ]
with care, Quick stags, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces m_y
cause the appliance and cad
combination to overturn.
9, Vent{lotion-- Slots and openings in the cabi_t are
prodded for venti_atio(1and to ensure reliable
ope{ation of the video unit and to protect it from
overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. Never p_ace the video unit on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface, or near or over erod)slot
or heat register. This video unitshould not be placed
in a bui))-in inStaffat_ensuch as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to,
)[}. Power Sources -- This video unit should be operated
only from the type af power source indicated on the
marking label, If you are not sure of the type of power
supply 10 your home, consult yo_r appliance deatar
orlocal power company, re1 video units intended to
be operated from batte_ry pews/, or other oo_rces,
refer to live operating instructions.
[Alternating Currant) line plug (a plug having one _
blade wider than the other) or 3-wi_'egrounding type I
p}ug, a plug having ethird (grCunding) pin.
The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This {sa safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, t_/
reversing the plug. (f the plug stil,{fails to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your chocolate outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose et the polarized plug.
The 3-wise grounding type ptiJg will fi! into a
groundingtype power culler. This is e safety feature.
}f you am unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not deleat the safety purpose of the
grounding type ptog.
12,.Power-Cord ProtectJen _Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are _,ot likely to be
walked on or pinched by )tsms placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords of
plugs, convenience receptacles, end the point
where they exit from the unit.
"!3.Outdoor Antenna Grounding _ ff an outside
antenna or cable system is sonnecfed to the video
unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded soas to provide some protection against
voltage surges and bullt-upstatic charges. Part1 OT
the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810
ofthe NationalElectrical Code, pre,Adesinforr_fion
with respect to p_per grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding afthe teed.inwire to
an antenna d_scharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection _ grounding electrodes, end
requirements for the gmundlng electrode.
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t_AD
14. Lightning-- For added protection ot this video unit
receiver during elightningstorm, or when itislaff
ur_ttended and unused far tong periods of time,
unplug it from the wailoutletand disconnectthe
antenna, or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the videounit due tOlightning and power-line
surges.

t5. Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electdo light or power circuits, or where it can
fa]t into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power _ines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading -- DO not ovedoad wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric 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 eouId _esul1 in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.
t8. Servicing -- Do not attempt to sere'ice this video unit
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service -- Unplug this video unit
from the walt outlet end _'eferservicing to qualified
service personnet under the tbitowing conditions:
a, When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b, If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects have
fallen onto, the video unit.
c. If the video unit has beer= exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video unit does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those Controls that are covered by the 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 unit to its normal operation.
e, If the 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 sen/ice.
20. Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same chara_'leristics as the original part.
Unauthorized 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 service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the video
unit is in safe Operating order.
USE & LOCATION
•TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do
not connect the power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been designed for
outdoor use. however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain. sleet, snow, sand, dust, or adirect
splashing from apool or even a cup of coffee, This action could permanently damage the interna_ parts of your
Palmcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your
Pa(mcorder from the power suppty before cleaning.
• DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
•DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED OIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVE
•DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight,
inside aclosed car, next to aheater, etc.,. This action could permanentty damage the internal parts of your
Paimcorder.
•AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE -. If the unit issuddenly moved from a celd place to swarm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit,
-DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PALMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.
o STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Store and handle your Palmcorder in amanner that will not subject it to
unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and stalking). Your Palmcorder contains asensitive pick-up device which
could be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
- TO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive deteKjfents when cleaning your Palmcorder
body.
•TO PROTECT THE LENS ... (3o not touch the surface of the lens with your hand, Use a commercial Palmcorder
lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
• TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Before handling your Palmserder, make sure your hands
and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
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Things You Should Know ............................................................................................... 2
Important Sateguards .................................................................................................... 3
Precautions ................................................................................................................... 4
Before Using .................................................................................................................. 6
Quick Guide ................................................................................................................... 9
Supplying Power .......................................................................................................... 11
Setting the Clock ......................................................................................................... 13
Using the Palmcorder Menu ........................................................................................ 14
MENU OSD ................................................................................................................. 15
E_ectron/c Viewf}ndedLCD Monitor indications ........................................................... 19
Basic Operation
Camera Recording ...................................................................................................... 22"
Remote Control (Optional) .......................................................................................... 26
Playback Your Recordings ........................................................................................... 27
Special Features
Dual Digital Electronic image Stabilization System (D.E.I.S,) .................................... 32
Digital Zoom ................................................................................................................ 33
Digital PhotoShot ........................................................................................................ 34
Index Search ............................................................................................................... 34
White Balance ............................................................................................................. 35
Strobe Multi Mode ....................................................................................................... 35
Program AE ................................................................................................................. 36
Other E)igita_Functions ................................................................................................ 37
Picuture in Picuture (PinP) .......................................................................................... 38
Recording Still Picture ................................................................................................. 38
Focus ........................................................................................................................... 39
Audio/Video Fade In/Out ............................................................................................. 39
High Speed Shutter ..................................................................................................... 40
Backlight ...................................................................................................................... 40
Audio Dubbing using the Bui{t-in Microphone ............................................................. 4t
Memory-Stop Editing ................................................................................................... 42
Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette ......................................................... 43
Copying from Digital Equipment (dubbing) ................................................................. 44
PC Connection with DV Interlace Cable (i.LINK) ..................................................... _,.45
PC Connection ............................................................................................................ 46
PHOTOVU LINK .......................................................................................................... 47
ForYour Information
Palmcorder Accessory System ................................................................................... 49
Patmcorder Accessory Order Form ............................................................................. 50
Notes On Operations ................................................................................................... 51
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 52
Before Requesting Service ......................................................................................... 53
Request for Service Notice ......................................................................................... 55
Index of Controls ......................................................................................................... 56
Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... 60
Servicenter List ........................................................................................................... 61
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia Para Uso Rapido ...................................................... 62
Index ............................................................................................................. Back Cover
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1 pc+ AC Adaptor
(PV-DAC 11)
with AC Cableand DC Cable
1 pc. Battery Pack
(PV+DBP8A) 1 pc. A/V Cable
(LSJA0280)
1 pc+ Lens Cap
(LSYF0478) 1 pc+ PC Connection
Cable for Windows
(LSJA0276)
1 pc. PHOTOVU LLNK
Driver (LSFT0251) 1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0013)
Microsoft _ and Windows ®are registered trademarks of Microsoft _ in the United States and
other countries.
Intel ®Pentium ®is a registered trademark.
i.LINK and _,are trademarks.
PHOTOVU LINK is a registered trademark.
IBM is a registered trademark of IBM Company.
!t,'[_.l _!_"I_=_' fAt,1I;L"i'_[_.1,,/,?i!!t,_nn_,I _ _--I_ t.i'T__t [.j,. 1
Use only those tapes having the M,,_|_+logo
indicating the 6.35 mm digital
standard.
AY-DVM30EA
AY-DVM60EA
AY-DVM80EA
30 minutes
60 minutes
80 minutes
45 minutes I
1 90 minutes ! 2
Cassettes have a sliding record tab to
ensure recordings are not accidentally
erased.
To prevent accidental erasure:
S_idethe tab to the left (open).
record tab
To record again:
Stide the tab to the right (close).
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• if the Palmcorder is connected to a power
source, the cassette can be inserted and
ejected without turning the Palmcorder
on, 1TAPE EJECT
Before you begin ]
Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (See pages 11, 12.)
1Slide TAPE EJECT to open the
Cassette Compartment Cover,
_,_ 2 insert a cassette record tab up,
3PUSHTO _% I_I window side facing out.
CLOSE mark_:..._-_--_ !FI_ Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to
close the Cassette Compartment
Cover.
•To remove the cassette...
Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette
Cassette Compartment Cover Compartment Cover and pull the cassette
tape straight out.
Hint to locate recording position when inserting cassette
• When you insert apartially recorded cassette, use the Edit Search Function (see page
24) to visually confirm the point at which you want to start a new recording. EspecialLy
advisable when you want to add a recording to a tape that is already full
Note J
ll hand strap is tight it may prevent Cassette Compartmenl Cover from fully opening
for tape insertion or ejection. Loosen hand strap if necessary.
When inserting the cassette, make sure it faces in the right direction and then push in
completely. ...................
To brighten the natural colors in a scene.
Built-in Mount
•Using the light will reduce battery
operating time.
•Be sure to provide
adequate ventilation if using Light in a
hot environment for an extended period.
• Be sure LIGHT is set to OFF when not in
use.
• Do not attempt to lift or carry the
Palmcorder by holding the Enhancement
Light.
•if _ightbulb needs to be replaced, take
Light to your nearest authorized
servicenter.
-Before you begin "t
•Connect the Palmcorder to a power |
source. (See pages tl, 12,) J•Set POWER to CAMERA.
Slide Light into the Built-in Light
Mount.
Be sure it locks into place.
Press LIGHTto turn 2LIGHT Button
ON or OFF. _=_
LIGHT RELEASE Button
To remove the Light:
PreSS LIGHT RELEASE and slide the Light
out of the mount.
Caution;
This light becomes hot during operation.
Make sure nothing covers the Light
during operation. 7

Undo the two strap ends from their
buckles.
Remove the buckle from one end of
the strap. j,
Thread the strap (with no buckle)
through the Light Holder so that it
faces outward. Then, reinsert the
buckle.
Thread the strap ends through the
Strap Attachment Ring_
Reinsert the strap ends through their
buckles.
•Make sure the straps are not
twisted. O
Loosen the strap from the Buckle and
create a loop.
Pull the strap firmly through the
Buckle to shorten or lengthen the
strap.
Adjust the length of the Hand Strap to
the size of your hand as illustrated.
Hand Strap
Insert the Light into the Light Holder for
Storage.
To remove the Light, press LIGHT
RELEASE and slide Light out of the
holder. ./_1_
2UuGtHT RELEASE _er
8
Attaching the Lens Cap Cord to the Hand
Strap
Remove the Hand Strap from the front
clasp and thread the Strap through the loop
in the Lens Cap Cord.
Reattach the Hand Strap.

iBefore you begin
Charge the Battery, (See page 11 ,)_
Tilt Viewfinder upward.
• Ii_ ll_k-_ _(:.]I
lU iin
Set POWER Switch to VCR or
CAMERA.
Insert the Battery Pack and
slide it down until it locks with a
click,
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Slide TAPE EJECT
Switch to open the
Cassette Compartment
Cover.
Insert a cassette record
tab up, window side facing
out.
= Make sure the record
tab is closed.
(See page 6,)
PUSHTO
mark
Film
IBCl
°Remove the
Protection Film
before use,
Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to close
the Cassette Compartment Cover.
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When the LCD monitor is fully open, the
Viewfinder automatically turns OFE
Adjust the Vision Adjustment
Control to your eyesight.
180 ° Set POWER Switch
to CAMERA.
LCD Monitor
Press LCD-OPEN Button to unlock
the LCD monitor. Swing it fully open
and adjust the angle.
When the LCD monitor is fully open, the
Viewfinder automatically turns OFF.
Press LCD-OPEN Button
to unlock the LCD monitor,
Swing it fully open and
adjust the angle.
Press RECIPAUSE Button to
start recording,
Press REC/PAUSE Button again
to pause recording.
__i,_c_hBeforeyou begin
arge the Battery. (See page 11.)1
Set POWER Switch
to VCR,
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Press STOP Button to
stop playback.
Press REW Button to
rewind the tape, Press PLAY Button to
start playback.