Panasonic Palmcorder IQ PV-D476 User manual

Panasonic
Palmcorder IQ *
Camcorder
Operating Instructions
PV-D476
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Things You Should Know
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. Piease take time to fill in the
information at right. 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.
Unpack your Palmcorder
These accessories are provided in order to set up or use your Palmcorder.
1 pc. AC Adaptor 1 pc. Audio/Video
(PV-A17) Cable (VJAW0032)
with DC Power
Cable =
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
1 pc. Battery Pack
(PV-BP18)
1 pc. Shoulder Strap
(VYCWO0108)
eti
1 pc. VHS PlayPak
(PV-P1/VYMW0009)
and one “AA” battery
1 pc. 9-Function Remote
(VSQW0031 or VSQW0033)
with one CR2025 Battery
1 pc. CR2025 Clock
Battery (VSBWO004)
(installed in Palmcorder)
Remote has been loaded with battery and -
comes stored in Palmcorder. See page 23.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your Compact VHS Palmcorder is designed to record
and play back in Standard Play (SP) and Super Long
Play (SLP) modes. You can also play a Compact VHS
Palmcorder recording on your VHS VCR using the
VHS PlayPak supplied.
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 Palmcorder is equipped with the HQ System to
provide excellent video pictures, and is compatible
with standard VHS equipment.
it is recommended that only cassette tapes that have
been tested and inspected for use in VCR machines
with the and/or mark be used.
This symbol warns the user that
uninsulated voltage within the unit may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric
shock. Therefore, it is 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
order to avoid any problems.
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

Important Safeguards
11. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Wamings — All warnings on the unit and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions — Alt operating and
maintenance instructions should be followed.
Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wail
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners, Use a dry cioth for cleaning.
Attachments — Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product manufacturer
as they may be hazardous.
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.
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. Usa only
with a cart, stand, tripod, 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 overturn.
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 manufacturers instructions have
been adhered to.
. Power Sources — This video unit should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you 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.
12.
Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may
be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC
{Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding
type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.
The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. 1f you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet,
try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a
grounding type power outlet. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the
outlet, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the grounding type plug.
Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords
of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the unit.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside
14.
antenna or cable system is connected to the video
unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1
of the Canadian Electrical Code. in USA Section
810 of the National Electrical Code, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
s GROUNDING
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Lighining — 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 fram 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.

Important
Safeguards
15.
Power
Lines
—
An
outside
antenna
system
should
b.
If
any
liquid
has
been
spilled
onto,
or
objects
not
be
located
in
the
vicinity
of
overhead
power
have
fallen
into
the
video
unit.
lines
or
other
electric
light
or
power
circuits,
or
c.
If
the
video
unit
has
been
exposed
to
rain
or
where
it
can
fall
into
such
power
lines
or
circuits.
water.
When
installing
an
outside
antenna
system,
d.
If
the
video
unit
does
not
operate
normally
by
extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and controls may result in damage and will often
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or require extensive work by a qualified technician
electric shock. to restore the video unit to its normal operation.
17.
Objects
and
Liquids
—
Never
push
objects
of
any
e.
If
the
video
unit
has
been
dropped
or
the
cabinet
kind
into
this
video
unit
through
openings
as
they
has
been
damaged.
may
touch
dangerous
voltage
points
or
short out
f.
When
the
video
unit
exhibits
a
distinct
change
in
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
rformance — this indi nee ice.
Never
spill
liquid
of
any
kind
onto
the
video
unit.
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20.
Replacement
Parts
—
When
replacement
parts
are
18.
Servicing
—
Do
not
attempt
to
service
this
video
required,
be
sure
the
service
technician
has
used
unit
yourself
as
opening
or
removing
covers
may
replacement
parts
specified
by
the
manufacturer
or
expose
you
to
dangerous
voltage
or
other
hazards.
have
the
same
characteristics
as
the
original
part.
Refer
all
servicing
to
qualified
service
personnel.
Unauthorized
substitutions
may
result
in
fire,
19.
Damage
Requiring
Service
—
Unplug
this
video
electric
shock
or
other
hazards.
unit
from
the
wall
outlet
and
refer
servicing
to
21.
Safety
Check—
Upon
completion
of
any
service
or
qualified
service
personnel
under
the
following
repairs
to
this
video
unit,
ask
the
service
technician
conditions:
to
perform
safety
checks
to
determine
that
the
a.
When
the
power-supply
cord
or
plug
is
video
unit
is
in
safe
operating
order.
damaged.
Precautions
USE & LOCATION
*
TO
AVOID
SHOCK
HAZARD
...
Your
Camcorder
and
power
supply
should
not
be
exposed
to
rain
or
moisture.
Do
not
connect
the
power
supply
or
operate
your
Camcorder
if it
gets
wet.
Your
Camcorder
has
been
designed
for
outdoor
use,
however
it
is
not
designed
to
sustain
direct
exposure
to
water,
rain.
sleet,
snow,
sand,
dust,
or
a
direct
splashing
from
a
pool
or
even
a
cup
of
coffee.
This
action
could
permanently
damage
the
internal
parts
of
your
Camcorder.
Do
not
attempt
to
disassemble
this
unit.
There
are
no
user
serviceable
parts
inside.
Unptug
your
Camcorder
from
the
power
supply
before
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
direct
sunlight,
inside
a
closed
car,
next
to
a
heater,
etc...
This
action
could
permanently
damage
the
internal
parts
of
your
Camcorder.
-
AVOID
SUDDEN
CHANGES
IN
TEMPERATURE
...
If
the
unit
is
suddenly
moved
from
a
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
...
Store
and
handle
your
Camcorder
in
a
manner
that
will
not
subject
it
to
unnecessary
movement
(avoid
shaking
and
striking).
Your
Camcorder
contains
a
sensitive
pick-up
device
which
could
be
damaged
by
improper
handling
or
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
with
your
hand.
Use
a
commercial
camcorder
lens
solution
and
lens
paper
when
cleaning
the
lens.
Improper
cleaning
can
scratch
the
lens
coating.
«
TO
PROTECT
THE
FINISH
OF
YOUR
CAMCORDER
...
Before
handling
your
Camcorder,
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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Table of Contents
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Supplying Power
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Use the Battery: A O HMM 7 En
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Cassette Information sse essi periret ect Pecee eere me tava E Rees ato vores e oR noo d eo Fea INE ETINE Karen IR TEERENEYS 10
Setting the Clock
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Basic Operation
Camera Recording
Simple HecQrdifig tica
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Special Features
Four-Speed Power Zoom sese sees sees 28
HighSpeed SPD cce nitric cad ii io 28
FOCUS Met ME 29
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One-Touch Auto Fade (BLACK or WHITE on: TRU E ANI A UNA EREE 30
Colour Digital Fade (other than BLACK and ITE)
Digital ZOOM A A ee estan Ao Tara erre deas 32
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Motion Detection (MotionSensor)
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Quick Operation Guide
Camera Recording
Charge the Battery Pack fully before operation (see page 7).
Attach the Battery (see page 7).
Make sure Battery is charged before
use (See page 7).
Slide the TAPE EJECT switch to open
the door.
3 Insert a cassette (see page 10).
4 Press here to close the door.
5 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Built-In Lens Cover opens and POWER
Lamp lights.
Slide the TAPE SPEED Selector for
SP or SLP (see page 10).
d with the Eye Cup up to your eye,
adjust the Vision Adjustment Control
to your eyesight.
8 Press RECORD/PAUSE to start
recording.
Press RECORD/PAUSE again to pause
recording (see page 20).
1 Set the POWER switch to VCR.
2 Press REWIND/SEARCH to rewind the
tape.
Press PLAY to start playback.
Press STOP to stop playback.

Supplying Power
Charge the Battery Pack
Charge the Battery Pack fully
before operation.
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o.
Plug in the AC Adaptor.
POWER Lamp lights up.
insert the Battery
® Align the right side of the Battery
with the line on the AC Adaptor.
(B Press down on the Battery and then
slide it in the direction of the arrow.
CHARGE Lamp lights up. It goes out
when charging is done (about one and
a half hours).
CHARGE
Lamp
Remove the Battery
Slide the Battery out and then lift up.
Note:
After recharging the Battery Pack about 5 times, e The useful operation time of the Battery will
use the BATTERY REFRESH feature as gradually decrease after repeated use and
explained on page 8. recharging. The Battery is no longer
serviceable if the operation time is very short,
even after a sufficient charge.
Use the Battery Pack
With a fully charged Battery Pack, you will have a maximum of about one and a half
hours of continuous use. (If the Built-in Light is used, battery operating time decreases.)
Attach the Battery
® Align the Battery with the top of the
mounting surface.
® Press it into place until it locks with a
click.
2 Remove the Battery
While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE
button, remove the Battery. 7

Supplying Power
Battery Refresh Feature
This feature completely discharges the Battery before recharging begins.
To maintain your battery's operating capacity, use the refresh feature after about every five charges.
CHARGE Lamp
ONLY FOR U.S.A.
ATTENTION:
1 Plug in AC Adaptor.
2 Place the Battery into
the AC Adaptor.
cb isk the BATTERY REFRESH
button.
The CHARGE Lamp will flash when
discharging begins and stop flashing
when fully discharged. POWER Lamp
will stay lit when fully charged.
E NE the Battery
* Should you accidentally press the BATTERY
REFRESH button, remove Battery and then
re-insert it to begin charging.
* It takes about seven and a half hours when
both Battery Refresh and charging are
performed.
The
product
that
you
have
purchased
is
powered
by
a
rechargeable
battery.
The
battery
is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be
illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local
solid
waste
officials
for
details
in
your
area
for
recycling
options
or
proper
disposal.
Battery Care
Caution:
* Charge only with specified charger.
* The Battery can be charged within a tempera-
ture 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.
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.
To avoid damage to the Battery:
* Do not drop or jar the Battery.
* Use the Battery with specified units only.
+ |f the Battery is used in extremely high
temperatures, a safety device will automati-
cally prevent operation.
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.
* Keep the Battery terminals clean.

Supplying Power
AC Adaptor
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DC Power Cable
DC IN 1 Connect the VCR DC OUT on
Connector the AC Adaptor to the DC IN on
the Palmcorder with the DC
Power Cable (supplied).
POWER Lamp
veer GUT Connecter * The POWER Lamp will light up.
Note:
» AC Adaptor can not be used to power the Palmcorder while charging the Battery.
* While not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor consumes
1.2W of electric power if it is plugged into an AC outlet even when not in use.)
Car Battery Cord (Optional)
Connect a PV-C16 Car Battery Cord
(optional) to the DC IN of the
Palmcorder.
DC IN Start your car engine and then insert
Connector the Car Battery Cord plug into your
cigarette lighter socket.
* There is a fuse located in the lighter plug
end of the cord.
Cigarette Lighter Should fuse replacement be necessary
Socket (12V) No the exact current rating (in amps).
* This cord can only be used in vehicles
equipped with DC 12V (negative ground)
batteries. Use only the specified car battery
cord. if you are not sure check with your local
car/truck dealer as to what type of DC battery
ground you have in your vehicle.
S * Be sure to start your car engine before
Car Battery Cord Cigarette inserting the cigarette lighter plug of the
(optional) Lighter Plug Car Battery Cord into the lighter socket;
otherwise, the cigarette lighter plug fuse
may burn out.
* Because the car is running while your
Palmcorder is in operation, make sure
you're in a well ventilated area.
* Disconnect the cigarette lighter plug when
your Palmcorder is not being used.

Cassette Information
Cassette Insertton/Removal
1 Turn the Tape Wheel in the direction
of the arrow until there is no slack.
2 Attach the Battery (see page 7).
to open the door.
Z ssi the cassette vertically
with its window side facing
Out.
5 Press here to close the door.
* To remove the cassette, slide the TAPE EJECT switch.
Record/Playback
Time
TAPE
SPEED
Selector
Use tapes with the [VHSI® mark in this unit.
Tape Speed Selector Cassette type
SLP (Super Long Play) 1 hour
30 minutes
» SP provides the best picture.
* SLP has slightly more picture noise during playback.
Erase Protection Tab
Cassettes have a record tab to ensure that recordings are not accidentally erased.
I To prevent accidental erasure
Break off the tab with a screwdriver.
(Or, slide tab open.)
2 To record again
Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
(Or, slide tab closed.)