Panasonic Palmcorder PalmSight PV-DV910 User manual

Panasonic
Digital
Palmcorder®
Digital
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Operating
Instructions
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PV-DV910
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.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic! E
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used property, 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.
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Unpack your Camcorder
1 pc. AC Adaptor 1 pc. Battery Pack 1 pc. A/V Cable
(PV-DAC9} (PV-DBP8) (VJAW0043)
with AC Cable, DC Cable
and Jack Box
1 pc. IR Remote Control 1 pc. Color 1 pc. 30 Min. Mini DV Tape
(VSQW0044) Enhancement Light (AY-DVM30EA)
with Battery (CR2025) (VYKW31 10)
with Light Holder
Remote Control has
been loaded with battery,
See page 31. 1 pc. Lens Cap 1 pc. Shoulder Strap
(VYFWO0008) (VYCWO214)
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Things You Should Know
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your Mni In Paimcorder 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 “py mark be used.
This symbol warns the user that uninsutated
CAUTION voltage within the unit may have sufficient
stor FUE SEK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK magnitude to cause electric shock.
DO NOT indir am Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of this unit.
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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 alerts the user that important
literature conceming the operation and
* maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in orde
lo 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 digita!
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

Important Safeguards
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 Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance
instructions shoutd be followed.
. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth 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. Use 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 tha appliance
and cart combination to overlurn.
. 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
uniess proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources — This video unit should be operated
only trom 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.
11. 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 tit into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If 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.
12. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinches 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
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.
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
¡NEC SECTION 810-20)
ONDUCTORS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
F 9 ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART Hj
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
Surgas.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Important Safeguards
15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines fallen into the video unit.
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water.
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing d. If the video unit does not operate normally by
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be following the operating instructions. Adjust only
taken to keep from touching such power lines or those controls that are covered by the operating
circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 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 to
electric shock. . 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 Nolen dangercus voltaga poles or shart out t. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
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 all have the same characteristics as the original part.
servicing to qualified service personnel. Unauthorized substitutions may resutt in fire, electric
19. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video unit shock or other hazards.
from the wall outlet and de rios to qualified 21. Safety Check— Upon completion of any service or
service personnel under the following COH poris: repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. perform safety checks to determine that the video
unit is in safe operating order.
performance — this indicates a need for service.
Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
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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. Unplug 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. l
* AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... 1f 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 Camcorde:
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.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 5
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Things You Should AAA A ERR EUR s ond phaauibcns ua ids 2
Important Safequarus.. «uou ter cae res arce ich e ad Oe ceeded en prec nid ue iuit ea des 4
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Sell. Demo Moda us o A dene ei oen ende e ane acer AO 7
Quick Guide c hore es a Se wre tee d ast A RE od EREE A 8
Supplying POWT saorane etre Eu Rito had ease sata tei vt TOR EE 10
Cassette lO Malin ada
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Using the Palmcorder Menu uu... cccccessscsescesseeessesseseeeccssescsesseneettessrsnsereseesssesseecssearee 10
Electronic Viewlinder/LCD Monitor. Indications .. a TRUE Y
Color Enhancement Light ara 24
Attaching the Shoulder Strap siii s Setar in Caper pd dt ote gen ben: 25
Basic Operation
Camera Recordin Le oo depo tie eater eres Dd ner bg a gabe tees 27
ACA A O ES rA nme 30
Playback Your O ctio saria A tacite Monin etna ais idees 32
Special Features
Digital Electronic Image Stabilization System (D.E.I.S.) .........................sseesssss 38
Recording Still Pictures tir ctr rero A AA arb ea S9
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Digital. FUNCHONS a di iaa 43
A Ea E Ee Eri E EE EEN H— e 44
Aûdió/Vidëd: Fade. IU aniier oco ia 45
A clic ear eec eni A ea Guu GERE ROO UR d ET ERRORS Cesta aE 45
High Speed: SHURBE S pA etaed tegi hin outettu lisa eq sores un UEM TES ou Rc Run 46
Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in pi —— ——— M eh
Memory-Stop Editing... WORDEN RARIOR ae an AB
Copying your Tapes to S- VHS or VHS Cassette .. E RD.
Copying from Digital nai eon RUN NE RO een MARNE
PC Connection .. T o tiesa ma |
Using the Digital Photo Printer . A Deaton E Ra REESE ake 52
For Your Information
Palmcorder Accessory System s cca rerit ti 53
Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ............ sse ener 54
Notes Regarding Slc P —Á———————— T" 55
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Before Requesting Service «usse etc 57
Request for Service NODE: dac deco p EU E Cai tte beso Onde ite 59
Index of Controls eio tapete rece e Meg A Oe
Warranty ... DE RTT HERE cl
Dn d Quick Use Guide/Guia Para Uso o Rápido... PUT TUE oe
Index .. esten pent ME ge MONEO Oe ina te hice dl
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Self Demo Mode
Self Demo mode is on when screen at
right appears. Do the steps below to
turn off.
LCD-OPEN
REW STOP FF
Button Button Button
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2 Press the LCD-OPEN Button to
unlock the LCD monitor and swing it
open.
3 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.
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

Quick Guide
Camera Recording Before you begin...
* Charge the Battery (see page 10).
1 Slide the Viewfinder backward to its
fully expanded position and then tilt it
upward.
2 Insert the Battery and slide it down until
it locks with a click.
3 Slide the TAPE EJECT Switch to open
the Cassette Compartment Cover.
* The Cassette Holder slides out.
4 Insert a cassette with its window side
facing up.
S * Make sure the record tab is closed.
TAPE
EJECT
Cassette
(see
page
14).
Switch Compartment Cover
5 Press on the PUSH mark to close the
upper Cassette Compartment Cover.
» The Cassette Holder with the cassette
slides back inside.
6 Close the Cassette Compartment
Cover.
7 Set the POWER Switch to CAMERA.
ak 8 Slide the Viewfinder to its fully
ao extended position.
ME IN A 9 Adjust the Vision Adjustment Control
Rp. to your eyesight.
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POWER Switch
Vision
Adjustment
Control
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on
next
page.)
8 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Quick Guide
1 0 Press RECORD/PAUSE Button to
start recording.
Press RECORD/PAUSE Button
again to pause recording.
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To Watch Playback in the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
1 Set the POWER Switch to VCR.
LCD-OPEN
Button 3 Press REW to rewind the tape.
4 Press PLAY to start playback.
5 Press STOP to stop playback.
REW STOP . PLAY
Button Button Button
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 9

Supplying Power |
Charge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor
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it 1 Connect and plug in the Cable as
shown.
* POWER Lamp will light.
* Disconnect DC Cable if it ís
connected to AC Adaptor.
Nn 2 Attach the battery as shown to
POWER po charge.
Lamp 4 - «Charge lamps on the AC Adaptor will
A 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).
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50 — 80 100% Remove the Battery.
Slide the Battery out and then lift up.
About the Charge Lamps
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 Charg-
ing 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)