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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Setting the Clock
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Basic Operation
Camera Recording
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Special Features
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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)
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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
payeys Huyay
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.)

Setting the Clock
Setting the clock is divided into three sections; Set the Time Zone, Set the Daylight
Saving Time, and Set the Date and Time. Please follow instructions in the order
presented. Before you begin...
Set the Time Zone * Connect the Palmcorder to a power source.
The Palmcorder is set to the Eastern * Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA.
Standard time zone at the factory. If you Note:
live in a different time zone, follow the CLOCK SET menu disappears if, after
steps below to change it. Then, when activation, CLOCK SET UP a, DOWN ¥ or
travelling, rather than resetting the clock to | DISPLAY buttons are not pressed within 30
the local time, you can simply set the seconds.
appropriate time zone. The Palmcorder’s clock may lose or gain up
to two minutes per month. Please adjust as
payeys Dunia
necessary (refer to page 13).
1 Press CLOCK SET UP A to display
the CLOCK SET menu.
Press UP 4 or DOWN Y repeatedly
to select fid MN SAO from
the CLOCK SET menu.
Press DISPLAY to display the
SELECT TIME ZONE menu.
Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly
to select one of the eight time zones of
the location where you are using the
Palmcorder.
5 Press DISPLAY to fix the Time Zone.
The CLOCK SET menu appears.
To exit from the CLOCK SET
menu, select and press
DISPLAY.
Note:
When you travel outside the eight time
zones shown in the time zone chart at
the left, please set the clock manually
(see page 13).
i MDOE 9:00 :10:00: 11:00 : 12:00:
11

Setting the Clock
Set the Daylight Saving Time Before you begin...
The
clock
will
aut
tically
adiust
t
«
Connect
the
Palmcorder
to
a
power
source.
ts
ee
1
+
Set
the
POWER
switch
to
VCR
or
CAMERA.
daylight saving time.
Note:
CLOCK SET menu disappears if, after
activation, CLOCK SET UP a, DOWN Y or
DISPLAY buttons are not pressed within 30
seconds.
Daylight saving time feature will not function
if time zone is set to Hawaii or Samoa.
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If you do not want the clock to
automatically adjust to daylight saving
time, please select[e] 3 by following
steps 1-5 below.
I Press CLOCK SET UP A to display
the CLOCK SET menu.
Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly
to select PAS: WAG Ime MID LOB ELS
from the CLOCK SET menu.
SELECT TIME ZON
2DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
E SETTING
»
UP
>
3
PUSH
DISPLAY
Y
Press
DISPLAY
to
display
the
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME menu.
First
Sunday
in
April
(DAYLIGHT
SAVING
Ah
press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
TIME:
AUTO)
Automatically
adds
one
hour
AUTO
or
OFF.
and adjusts the clock.
1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
A A
Time 3:00 a.m. 4:00 a.m. DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME setting.
Autumn: The CLOCK SET menu appears.
Last Sunday in October (DAYLIGHT SAVING
TIME: AUTO) Automatically turns back one To exit from the CLOCK SET
hour
and
adjusts
the
clock.
menu,
select
CEN
and
press
Daylight Saving LM AO Bam DISPLAY.
Time x
.

Setting the Clock
Set the Date and Time
The date and time is calculated, including
leap year, up to DEC 31 2094.
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Before you begin...
* Connect the Palmcorder to a power source.
* Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA.
Note:
CLOCK SET menu disappears if, after
activation, CLOCK SET UP A, DOWN ¥ or
DISPLAY buttons are not pressed within 30
seconds.
the CLOCK SET menu.
Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly
to selectKA -Yda mbi le) from
the CLOCK SET menu.
DATE/TIME SETTING menu.
Z sess UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly
(or hold down) to enter the desired
numbers, then, press DISPLAY to fix
that portion and move to the next.
Adjust the flashing digits for the hour,
minute, month, day and year.
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PUSH W/a KEY
PUSH DISPLAY
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SELECT:
SET : KEY
When you finish setting the year, the
clock starts operating, and the CLOCK
SET menu appears.
To exit from the CLOCK SET menu,
select EJAN] and press DISPLAY.
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Setting the Clock
Replace the Battery
The date and time operates on a miniature
battery preinstalled in the underside of your
Paimcorder.
Underside View
-
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO.
VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another
battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution-battery may explode if mistreated.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away
from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or
dispose of in fire.
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1 While pinching the stopper tabs,
puli the tray out of the Battery
Compartment.
2 Remove the Battery by bending the
locking tab outward.
3 Place the new Battery into the Battery
tray with the € mark facing down until it
snaps into place.
* Do not reverse the polarity.
A E the Battery tray so that the
smali triangle marks meet.
Note:
* Make sure your Palmcorder is off when
replacing the Battery.
» Keep the Battery out of the reach of children
since swallowing it may be harmful.
* When the Battery is installed improperly, is
discharged, or missing, “CLOCK BATTERY"
appears in the EVF.
* Battery life is approximately 5 years.

Electronic Viewfinder Indications
Tape/Battery Remaining
The tape remaining and battery charge level can be displayed during recording.
1 Set the POWER
Switch to CAMERA.
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2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly
to select the desired display.
EVF Indications
Battery Charge Tape (Initial screen) First
Remaining: Remaining:
-Jad- (No tape)
FULL MO LJ R FULL
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EMPTY-
CS BM
77155^ a E EMPTY
* It will take several seconds for the tape
remaining indicator to operate after the
tape starts moving.
Record the Date and Time
Set
the
POWER
2
Press
DISPLAY
switch
to
once
to
change
the
CAMERA.
When
display
to
date
placed
in
Record
only.
Press
once
mode,
the
time
and
or
twice
more
to
date will be remove the date/
recorded on the time display.
tape.
Note:
Only the Date and/or Time are recorded on the Tape.
Display-Off Mode
This feature allows you to remove ail
Electronic Viewfinder Indications.
Before inserting a tape, press DISPLAY and STOP
together for more than one second to remove the
indications except time and date*.
To display the Electronic Viewfinder Indications again, BK ^ 1 1996
turn the Palmcorder Power off and then.on again.
* To remove the time and date, see "Record the Date and
Time" above.
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Electronic Viewfinder Indications
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VCR-MODE
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@ Battery Remaining Indication (see page 15)
A When a battery recharge is necessary, "WARNING" will begin to flash
in the EVF and "LOW BATTERY" will appear as the Power Lamp will also
flash. The Palmcorder will automaticaily turn OFF in 15 seconds.
@ Tape Remaining Indication
* |f the Palmcorder is in camera mode with no cassette tape inserted or the
record tab is missing, "RSI" will flash for one minute and "CHECK TAPE” will
appear for 5 seconds, and recording wili not start.
* While recording, as the tape reaches the end, “TAPE END” will appear for 5
seconds as a warning.
($ 10-Second Reminder
An elapsed time indicator appears for one second every 10 seconds that
recording continues.
This is a reminder of how long you have been shooting a particular scene and
can help keep your recordings fresh and interesting.
0:00 0:10 0:20 ..... 59:50
(return to 0:00 and continue)
* The 10-Second Reminder wil! be reset whenever you press Record/Pause.
(à) TAPE SPEED Indication (see page 10)
Indicates the tape speed (SP or SLP).
© Operating Mode Indications
REC (record)
(RECORD will first appear in large characters for one second and then smail
characters.)
PAUSE
(PAUSE will first appear in large characters for one second and then small
characters.)
FF (fast forward)
PLAY
REW (rewind)
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Electronic Viewfinder Indications
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(6 Backlight Indication (see page 30).
@ Manual Focus indication (see page 29).
(& High Speed Shutter Indication (see page 28).
(O) Fade Indication (see page 30).
(9 Colour Digital Fade Indication (see page 31).
($ Zoom Magnification level (see page 28).
@ Digital E.1.S. Indication (see page 33).
(3 Digital Zoom Indication (see page 32).
(à Negative/Positive Transposer Indication (see page 33).
($ VCR-MODE Indication
“YCR-MODE” will appear for one minute if the POWER switch is set to VCR or the
RECORD/PAUSE button is pushed in VCR MODE.
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If excessive moisture condenses in the unit, "WARNING" and Power Lamp will flash,
“DEW DETECTED’ will appear, and the Palmcorder will automatically turn OFF in 15
seconds.
In this case, wait until the indicator no longer flashes when your Palmcorder is turned
on before using your Palmcorder again.
@ Motion Detection (MotionSensor) Indication (see page 34).
08 Date and Time Indication (see page 13).
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Built-in Auto Light
To improve recording indoors or outdoors in
dim lighting conditions.
Replacing the Bulb
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Bulb Housing Built-in Light Unit
DANGER:
When replacing the bulb, use only lamp bulbs
(PART NO. VLLW0007) supplied by
Panasonic to reduce the risk of fire.
Use a cloth or tissue when handling the bulb
as finger oils will decrease the bulb life.
To prevent possible burn hazard, disconnect
the Built-in Light and allow the lamp to cool
before replacing.
ORT mie ieee asa Before you begin...
* Connect the Palmcorder to a power source.
* Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Set LIGHT to AUTO.
The Palmcorder's built-in Light automati-
cally turns on in dim lighting conditions.
When lighting conditions reach over 2000
ix, the light turns off.
Piease be sure LIGHT is OFF when not in
use or before placing Palmcorder into an
optional carrying case.
Set LIGHT to ON/OFF to turn the light on
and off manually.
Caution:
This light becomes hot during operation.
Make sure nothing covers the Light during
operation.
Before you begin...
* Set the POWER switch to OFF.
1 Turn screw counterclockwise and
remove.
2 (& Slide the Built-in Light unit to
right to unlock (B) and remove it from
the Palmcorder.
Turn the Bulb Housing counterclock-
wise 1/4 of a turn and pull free from
the Built-in Light unit.
E usos a clean cloth or tissue, replace
the bulb.
5 ® Replace the Bulb Housing turning
it clockwise. (B Then replace the Built-
in Light Unit and slide it to left to lock.
© Finally, replace the screw.
Note:
* Using the light reduces battery operating time.
* If using the Built-in Light in a hot environment
for an extended period of time, be sure to
provide ventilation.
* Using the Built-in Light when the Palmcorder is
powered by a car battery may shorten bulb life.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Make sure the Battery Pack is not attached.
1 Unthread the strap from the buckle.
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2 Thread the strap ends through the
Strap Attachment Rings.
3 Then thread the ends of the strap
through the buckle.
* Make sure the strap is not twisted.
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min. 1 inch
Adjust the Length
1 Pull a loop of the strap loose
from the buckle.
Adjust the length of the strap to the size of
your hand as illustrated at left.
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Camera Recording
Simple Recording Before you begin...
* Connect the Palmcorder to a power source.
* Insert a cassette with record tab (see page 10).
1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Built-In Lens Cover opens.
EVF
Record/Pause
mode.
2 With the Viewfinder Eye Cup up to
your eye, adjust the Vision Adjust-
ment Control to your eyesight.
3 Slide the TAPE SPEED Selector
to SP or SLP (refer to page 10).
recording.
The Tally Lamp and RECORD/PAUSE
are lit during recording.
Note:
* Do not leave the Palmcorder with the EVF
aimed directly at the sun as this may cause
RECORD
damage to the internal parts of the EVF.
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Press
RECORD/PAUSE
again
to
W Pause recording.
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Set the Power switch to OFF after
recording is finished.
* To remove the cassette
2 in Record/Pause mode, slide the TAPE EJECT
N 7 switch (refer to page 10).
* When your Palmcorder is aimed at excessively
bright objects, or bright lights, a vertical bar
may appear in the picture. This is a normal
characteristic of the CCD pick-up device. Try
to avoid this when possible.
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