Panasonic NV-DS29B User manual

Panasonic
Digital Video Camera
Operating Instructions
Model No. NV-DS29B
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Before Use
Dear Customer,
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. Please note that the
actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from
those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
Information for Your Safety
f| Movie Camera
The rating plate is on the underside of the Movie
Camera.
M AC Adaptor
Wg The rating plate is on the underside of the AC
Adaptor.
As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it
in well ventilated place; do not install this
equipment in a confined space such as a
bookcase or similar unit.
@To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage, do not expose this equipment to
rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the equipment.
Caution for AC mains lead
MH For your safety, please read the following text
carefully.
F This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-
B, ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please
# ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-
amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362.
By Check for the ASTA mark @ or the BSI mark Y on
the body of the fuse.
\f the plug contains a removable fuse cover you
must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
| teplaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from
your local Panasonic Dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
ty UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
#] YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL
SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the
wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified
electrician.
HEIMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these
wires be connected to the earth terminal of the
three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth
Symbol L.
Wi Before Use
Remove the
Connector Cover as
follows.
HiHow to
replace the
Fuse
1) Remove the Fuse
Cover with a
screwdriver.
2) Replace the fuse
and attach the
Fuse Cover.

Operating Instructions
® These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-
DS29 and NV-DS30.
The illustrations used in these Operating
Instructions show model NV-DS30, however, parts
of the explanation refer to different models.
Depending on the model, some functions are not
available.
@All other company and product names in the
operating instructions are trademarks of their
respective corporations.
Pages for reference
Pages for reference are indicated with an arrow, for
example: (-> 00)
Use only the recommended accessories.
WEWARNING
Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no
user serviceable parts Inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
WiCarefully observe copyright laws.
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or
other published or broadcast material for
purposes other than your own private use may
infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of
private use, recording of certaln material may be
restricted.
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Contents
Before Use
Information for Your Safety .
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Standard Accessories ..
Optional Accessories
Getting Started.........
Controis and Components ..
Remote Controller.
Power Supply........
Charging Time and Available Recording Time
Lens Cap and Grip Belt..........
Attaching the Shoulder Strap .
Inserting a Cassette ow
Turning on the Movie Camera and Selecting Modes
Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor
Using the Menu Screen
List of Menus...
Setting Date and Time .........
Internal Lithium Battery Recharge..
CAMERA Mode
Recording...
Photoshot....
Zoom In/Out Functions.....
Digital Zoom Function ..
Image Stabilizer Function.
Fade In/Out Functions..
Cinema Function.......
0 Lux Night View Function ..
Backlight Compensation Function..
Recording in Special Situations .....
Wind Noise Reduction Function.
Recording in Natural Colours.....
Adjusting White Balance Manually.
Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment
Manual Iris Adjustment...
Manual Focus Adjustment
Digital Effect Functions

VCR Mode
Playing Back
Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back.
Slow Motion Playback..
Still Playback/Still Advance Playback
Finding the End of Recording.
index Search Functions
Playback Digital Effect Functions ..
Playing Back on Your TV.
Audio Dubbing ...........+
Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette
Using the DV Cable for Recording....
Personal:Computer Connection Kit...
Indications
Warning/Alarm Indications...
Notes and Hints ....
Cautions for Use...
Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions)
Explanation of Terms
Specifications...
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Standard Accessories
Illustrated on the left are accessories supplied with the Movie
Camera.
1) AC Adaptor, DC Input Lead and AC Mains Lead (-> 12)
2) Battery Pack (-> 12)
3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery (-> 10, 11)
4) Lens Cap (> 13)
5) AV Cable (- 37, 38)
6} Shoulder Strap (> 14)
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Optional Accessories
14) AC Adaptor (VW-AD9B)
2) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D08S/CGR-D120/800mAh)
3) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGP-D14S/CGP-D210/1400mAh)
4) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D16S/CGR-D220/1600mAh)
5) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGP-D28S/CGP-D320/2800mAh)
6) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D53S/CGR-D815/5300mAh)
7) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGA-D54S/5400mAh)
8) Car Battery Charger (VW-KBD2E)
9) Filter Kit (VW-LF43WE)
10) Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW4307ME)
11) Tele Conversion Lens (VW-LT4314ME)
12) Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS2E)
13) Shoe Adaptor (VW-SK11E)
14) Tripod (VZ-CT55E) :
15) Personal Computer Connection Kit (VW-DTA10B/VW-DTAQE)
16) DV Editing Software with DV Interface Board (VW-DTM21E)
17) DV Editing Software with DV Interface Card (VW-DTM22E)
18) DV Editing Software (VW-DTM20E)
19) DV Cable (VW-CD1E)
®Some optional accessories may not be available in some
countries.
shop © Panasonic
Order accessory and consumable items for all Audio Visual
Products with ease and confidence either by telephoning our
Customer Care Centre on 08705 357357 Mon-Friday 9:00am-—
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directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
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Charge the Battery. (> 12)
@Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor.
Connect the AC Mains Lead. (Charging starts.)
When the Charge Lamp [CHARGE] goes off, the Battery is
fully charged.
Attach the Charged Battery to the Movie Camera.
(9 12)
Insert the Cassette. (> 14)
Slide the @ Lever to open.
@\Insert the Cassette.
Press the @ Button to close the Cover.
Turn the Movie Camera on and start recording.
(> 14, 20)
Set the @ Switch to [CAMERA]. (The [POWER] Lamp lights
up.)
Press the @ Button. (Recording starts.)
Press the @ Button again to pause the recording.
Viewing What Has Been Recorded
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Switch to the VCR Mode, rewind the tape, and play
the tape back. (-> 32)
Set the @ Switch to [VCR].
Press the (6) Button. (Rewind the tape.)
¢Press,.the @ Button. (Playback starts.)
Press the (8) Button. (Playback stops.)
Turn the Movie Camera off. (> 14)
Set the © Switch to [OFF].

Controls and Components
1) Mode Selector Button [AUTO/MNL] (~ 20, 27, 28, 29)
2) Focus Button [FOCUS] (- 29)
3) Video Light Button [LIGHT] (-> 21)
4) . Super Image Stabilizer Button [SIS] (-> 24)
Playback Digital Image Stabilizer Button [P.B.DIS] (~ 32)
5) Fade Button [FADE] (-> 24)
Recording Button [REC] (NV-DS30 only) (-» 39)
6) Still Button [STILL] (> 22, 31)
Picture in Picture Button [P-IN-P] (+ 31)
Pause Button [II] (-> 34)
7) Play Button [>] (> 32)
Playback Multi Button [MULTI] (-» 32)
8) Stop Button [M@] (> 32)
9) Recording Check Button [[G]] (> 20)
Rewind/Review Button [<4] (=> 32, 33)
10) Backlight Button [BLC] (-> 25)
Fast Forward/Cue Button [>>] (> 33)
11) Eyecup
12) Viewfinder (-» 15, 48)
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Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may
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However, this Is not a malfunction and does not affect the
recorded picture.
13) Eyepiece Corrector Knob (-> 15)
14) DC Input Socket [DC IN] (> 12)
15) Battery Holder
16) S-Video Output Socket [S-VIDEO] (-> 37, 38)
17) LCD Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] (> 15)
18) Battery Release Lever [BATT RELEASE] (=> 12)
19) Microphone (built-in, stereo) (> 23)
20) Lens
21) 0-Lux Recording Switch [0 LUX ON/OFF] (-> 25)
22) Built-in Video Light (- 21)
23) Cassette Eject Lever [TAPE EJECT] (-> 14)
24) DV Terminal
(Input function on NV-DS30 Model only) (-> 39)
®Connect this to the digital video equipment.
25) Digital Still Picture Terminal [TO PC] (+ 39)

26) Photoshot Button [PHOTOSHOT] (-> 22)
27) Zoom Lever [W/T] ( 23)
Volume Lever [VOLUME] (+ 32)
28) Multi-Function Dial [PUSH] (+ 16, 27, 28, 29)
29) Menu Button [MENU} (-» 16)
30) Power Lamp [POWER] {- 20, 32)
31) Recording Start/Stop Button (> 20)
32) Shoulder Strap Holders (+> 14)
33) Audio-Video Output Socket [A/V OUT] (+ 37, 38)
Headphone Socket [PHONES] (-> 44)
Connecting an AV Cabie to this socket activates the Movie
Camera's built-in speaker, but connecting a headphone, etc.
deactivates it.
34) Off/On Mode Selector Switch [VCR/OFF/CAMERA]
{> 14, 20, 32, 45)
35) Microphone Socket [MIC]
Connect with an external microphone or audio equipment.
{When this socket is in use, the built-in microphone does not
operate.) :
36) Speaker (-> 32)
37) Remote Control Sensor (> 11)
Built-in Infra-red Beam Emitters (- 25)
38) Grip Belt (> 13)
39) LCD Monitor (~» 15, 48)
®Due to limitations In LCD production technology, there may
be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen.
However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the
recorded picture.
40) Cassette Compartment Cover (- 14)
41) Cassette Holder (> 14)
42) Tripod Receptacle
Used for mounting the Movie Camera on an optional tripod.
Press each button firmly to ensure that the Movie Camera
Operates correctly.

Remote Controller
Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Movie
Camera, most of the Movie Camera functions can be operated from
a distance.
Remote Controller Buttons
1) Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] (- 41)
2) Indication Output Button [OSD] (-> 37)
3) Counter Indication Shift Button [COUNTER] (~> 41)
4) Reset Button [RESET] (- 51)
5) Recording Button [REC]
(Available only with NV-DS30) (+ 39)
6) Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] (> 37)
7) Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons
[«4, >] (<t: reverse, I+: forward) (> 33)
8) Index Search Buttons
[44 PPI} (44 :reverse, PP! :forward) (-> 35)
9) Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL] (> 23, 32)
The following buttons function in the same manner as the
corresponding buttons on the Movie Camera.
10) Photoshot Button [PHOTOSHOT] (-> 22)
11) Recording StarStop Button [START/STOP] (+> 20)
12) Fast-forward/Cue Button [>>] (> 33)
13) Rewind/Review Button [<4] (> 32, 33)
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