Panasonic Palmcorder Palmsight PV-L759 User manual
Palmcorder®
PalmSight”
Camcorder
Operating
Instructions
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(PV-L859
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PV-L759
PV-L859
Please
read
these
instructions
carefully
before
attempting
to
operate
this
product.
Please
save
this
manual
Guía
para
rápida
consulta
en
español
está
incluida.
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211
-PANA(7262)
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Things
You
Should
Know
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you
for
choosing
Panasonic!
You
have
purchased
one
of
the
most
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and
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will
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you
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of
enjoyment.
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take
time
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Dealer
Address
to
fill
in
the
information
at
the
right.
The
serial
number
is
on
the
tag
located
on
the
underside
of
your
Camcorder.
Be
sure
to:
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Model
No.
retain
this
manual
as
your
convenient
Camcorder
information
source.
Unpack
your
Camcorder
These
accessories
are
provided
in
order
to
set
up
or
use
your
Camcorder.
Dealer
Phone
No.
Serial
No.
1
pc.
AC
Adaptor
(PV-A17)
1
pc.
Battery
Pack
(PV-BP18)
1
pc.
Audio/VideoCable
with
DC
Power
Cable
(pages
12,
13)
(VJAW0027/VJAW0032/
(Re
VJAW0039)
(pages
32,
34)
ZS
1
pc.
VHS
PlayPak
1
pe.
Shoulder
Strap
1
pc.
CR2025
Clock
Battery
(PV-P1//YMWO009)
and
(VYCWO225)
(page
16)
(VSBWO004)
one
“AA”
battery
(page
33)
(installed
in
Camcorder)
(page
78)
SES
1
pc.
Driver
Software
Floppy
1
pc.
CompactFlash
Card
1
pc.
Remote
Control
Holder
Disk
for
Windows
95/98
[2MB]
(LSFA0005)
(page
53)
(VGQ6893)
(pages
16,
28)
(VFTW0013)
(page
64)
oy
LY
LI
1
pc.
PC
Connection
cable
1
pc.
Adobe
PhotoDeluxe
1
pc.
8-Function
Remote
(RS232C-3P)
Software
(VFTW0014)*
{(VSQW0038)
with
one
(LSJA0185/LSJA01
90)
(page
69)
CR2025
Battery.
(page
28)
(page
63)
oN
e
“only
the
PV-L859
contains
Remote
has
been
loaded
with
Adobe
PhotoDeluxe
software.
battery.
(page
78)
CompactFlash
Card
is
a
trademark
of
SanDisk
Corporation.
Microsoft,
Windows,
and
Windows
95/98
are
registered
trademarks
of
Microsoft
in
the
United
States
and
other
countries.
Adobe,
the
Adobe
logo
&
PhotoDeluxe
are
trademarks
of
Adobe
Systems
Incorporated.
All
product/brand
names
are
trademarks
or
registered
trademarks
of
the
respective
holders.
2
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Things
You
Should
Know
WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
HAZARD,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
EQUIPMENT
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
Your
Compact
VHS
Camcorder
is
designed
to
record
and
play
back
in
Standard
Play
(SP)
and
Super
Long
Play
(SLP)
modes.
You
can
also
play
a
Compact
VHS
Camcorder
recording
on
your
VHS
VCR
using
the
VHS
PlayPak
supplied.
This
Camcorder
is
equipped
with
the
HQ
System
to
provide
excellent
video
pictures,
and
is
compatible
with
standard
VHS
equipment.
It
is
recommended
that
only
Ster
tapes
that
have
been
tested
and
inspected
for
use
in
VCR
machines
with
the
f
and/or
NUS)
mark
be
used.
This
symbol
warns
the
user
that
CAUTION
uninsulated
voltage
within
the
unit
may
l
have
sufficient
magnitude
to
cause
electric
shock.
Therefore,
it
is
dangerous
to
make
any
kind
of
contact
with
any
inside
part
of
this
unit.
CAUTION:
TO
REDUCE
THE
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
.
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
(OR
BACK)
`
This
symbol
alerts
the
user
that
important
NO
USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE
literature
concerning
the
operation
and
"|
REFER
SERVICING
TO
QUALIFIED
SERVICE
PERSONNEL
ff”
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.
FCC
Warning:
To
assure
continued
FCC
compliance,
the
user
must
use
only
provided
shielded
interfacing
cable
with
ferrite
cores
when
connecting
to
computer.
Also,
any
unauthorized
changes
or
modifications
to
this
equipment
would
void
the
users
authority
to
operate.
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
the
limits
for
a
Class
B
digital
device
and
a
RF
Lighting
device,
pursuant
to
part
15
and
Part
18
of
the
FCC
Rules.
These
limits
are
designed
to
provide
reasonable
protection
against
harmful
interference
in
a
residential
installation.
This
equipment
generates,
uses
and
can
radiate
radio
frequency
energy
and,
if
not
installed
and
used
in
accordance
with
the
instructions,
may
cause
harmful
interference
to
radio
communications.
However,
there
is
no
guarantee
that
interference
will
not
occur
in
a
particular
installation.
If
this
equipment
does
cause
harmful
interference
to
radio
or
television
reception,
which
can
be
determined
by
turning
the
equipment
off
and
on,
the
user
is
encouraged
to
try
to
correct
the
interference
by
one
or
more
of
the
following
measures:
--
Reorient
or
relocate
the
receiving
antenna.
--
Increase
the
separation
between
the
equipment
and
receiver.
--
Connect
the
equipment
into
an
outlet
on
a
circuit
different
from
that
to
which
the
receiver
is
connected.
--
Consult
the
dealer
or
an
experienced
radio/TV
technician
for
help.
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Important
Sa
feguards
1.
10.
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
should
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
—
tor
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
can,
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
manufacturer's
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
deater
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
fit
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
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
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.
DISCHARGE
UNIT
(NEC
SECTION
810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC
SECTION
410-21}
l
=~
BOWER
SERVICE
GROUNDING
NEC
—
NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL
CODE
[NEC
ART
250,
PART
H)
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
surges.
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
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
following
the
operating
instructions.
Adjust
only
touching
such
power
lines
or
circuits
as
contact
those
controls
that
are
covered
by
the
operating
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
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.
performance
—
this
indicates
a
need
for
service.
Naver
spill
liquid
of
any
kind
onto
the
video
unit.
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,
7
19.
Damage
Requiring
Service
—
Unplug
this
video
electric
shock
or
other
hazards.
;
unit
from
the
wall
outtet
and
refer
servicing
to
21.
Safety
Check—
Upon
completion
of
any
service
or
A
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
nat
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.
s
DO
NOT
LEAVE
THE
CAMCORDER
WITH
THE
EVF
AIMED
DIRECTLY
AT
THE
SUN
AS
THIS
MAY
CAUSE
DAMAGE
TO
THE
INTERNAL
PARTS
OF
THE
EVF.
e
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.
e
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
...
Da
not
use
strong
or
abrasive
detergents
when
cleaning
your
Camcorder
body.
:
s
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.
Table
of
Contents
Getting
Started
Things
You
Should
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EE
IT
RH
2
Important
Safeguards
see
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4
Precautions
ge
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5
Self
Demo
MOOG:
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Kegel
8
QUICK
Operation
EE
9
SUPDIVINO
OWE
ee
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in
Deet
12
Cassette
Information
AAA
O
15
Attaching
Shoulder
Strap/Remote
(ëlo
16
MENU
OG
EE
ole
Seting
he
AO
a
iaa
19
Built-in
Auto
Light
oia
atan
GN
22
,
Basic
Operation
GAmera
lt
EE
B-FURCHUON
Remote
CONTO
siet
Eeer
28
PIA
VYING
Back
Sea
Tale
CG
29
Copying
your
Tapes
(dubbing)
EE
34
Special
Features
Four-Speed
Power
ZOOM
ii
Ai
35
ET
el
EE
A
dE
A
35
FROG
init
H
TT
36
High
Speed
AAA
eenn
ennn
37
Ee
pl
EE
EE
38
PUTO
FOO
ic
vag
A
A
A
AA
39
Col
Digital
Te
oido
ido
40
Côlor:
Digital
a
EE
42
Te
EE
Ee
43
Digital
Electronic
Image
Stabilization
(E
LS),
44
AA
E
T
E
E
EAO
45
Securty
EE
46
TIMO
LAOS
e
E
EE
THT
48
Message
Mde
EE
49
ES
A
ee
50
Re
IEN
e
ue
a
da
53
CompactFlash
Card
Insertion/REMOVAL
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oo...
ccc
esse
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53
FRO
CORI
a
AAN
54
Using
WON
Le
LEE
56
Lal
(EES
57
Deleting
Specific
Image Pages
cita
a
Eed
58
Deleting
All
Image Bages
cda
59
Picture
in
Picture
Wipe
HEGER
Eege
ee
60
Digital
RT
61
PROTOS
HOE
TINGS
Library
ran
62
PG
CONNECCION
eeben
geed
-63
Using
a
PCMCIA
Adaptor
(optional)
sss
eee
eee
70
6
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Table
of
Contents
For
Your
Information
Viewfinder/LCD
Monitor
Indications
.........................-
A
T
E
71
OPStralon
NOTES
nominada
76
Replacing
Clock/Remote
Battery
EEN
78
Palmcorder
Accessory
System
E
79
Palmeorder
Accessory
Order
Folio
rt
81
e
ien
A
Peace
82
Before
Requesting
Service
esec
eee
eee
ee
eee
e
A
T
83
Request
for
Service
Notice
eee
Deech
eebe
85
E
EEN
86
s
(EE
EE
88
Spanish
Quick
Use
Guide/Guía
Para
Uso
Rapido
cesse
eee
90
This
operating
instruction
book
is
designed
for
use
with
models
PV-L759
and
PV-L859.
Illustrations
in
this
manual
show
the
PV-L859.
Features
may
vary,
so
please
read
carefully.
Differences
between
models
Model
Number
PV:L759 PV-L859
7
Black
and
White
|
i
plus
flying
erase
head
plus
flying
erase
head
|
.
18
StowPlay
|
me
|
Vers
-
[Adobe
PhotoDelux3.0
|
Notindudea'
|
mouded
|
Self
Demo
Mode
9
Self
Demo
mode
is
on
when
the
-
Before
you
begin...
screen
below
appears.
Follow
the
e
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
steps
below
to
turn
it
off.
-
.
EVF
Screen
PV-L759 PV-L859
Panasonic
Panasonic
ITS
TAPES
PLAY
ITS
TAPES
PLAY
IN
YOUR
VCR
IN
YOUR
VCR
YES,
ITS
VHS!
YES,
ITS
VHS!
26x
LENS
/
300x
D.
ZOOM
26x
LENS
/
300x
D.
ZOOM
DIGITAL
STABILIZATION
l
DIGITAL
STABILIZATION
FULL-SIZE
HEAD
SYSTEM
DEDICATED
5-HEAD
DIGITAL
PHOTOSHOT
DIGITAL
PHOTOSHOT
1
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
2
Hold
down
STOP
over
5
seconds.
Note:
*
Self
Demo
stops
automatically
if
battery
is
attached
(page
12)
and
cassette
tape
is
inserted
(page
15).
*
inserting
a
tape
alone
(or
attaching
a
partially
charged
battery)
only
temporarily
stops
Self
Demo.
i
e
Self
Demo
stops
for
30
seconds
when
a
function
key
other
than
Power,
Tape
Speed
Selector,
and
Light
is
pressed.
Es
VCR
ore
CAMERA
To
turn
Self
Demo
back
on.
e
With
DISPLAY
held
down,
slide
POWER
to
CAMERA
and
wait
for
Self
Demo
to
begin.
8
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Quick
Operation
Guide
2
Charge
the
Battery
Pack
G
Charge
Battery
Pack
fully
before
operation
(page
12).
fase
Lo)
SEI
2
Insert
Battery.
1
Plug
in
AC
Adaptor.
CHARGE
Lamp
lights
and
then
goes
E
out
when
charging
is
done.
-
Insert
the
CompactFlash
Card.
When
the
CompactFlash
Card
is
not
inserted
in
CAMERA
or
PHOTO
mode,
“NO
CF
CARD”
appears
on-screen.
Be
sure
to
insert
the
CompactFlash
Card
before
using
the
Built-in
Digital
Still
Camera
(page
53).
CAMERA
recording
is
possible
even
when
the
CompactFlash
Card
is
not
inserted.
2
Slide
TAPE
EJECT
to
open
door.
1
Attach
fully
charged
Battery
(page
12).
3
Insert
the
CompactFlash
Card
(page
53).
Quick
Operation
Guide
Press
here
to
close
door.
Camera
Recording
When
the
LCD
monitor
is
fully
open,
the
Viewfinder
automatically
turns
OFF
(page
24).
Kr
WA
Ke
Zi
Di
E
Lë
SE
zé
2
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
A
7
Y
N
PHOTO
VCR
opr
CAMERA
1
Press
LCD-OPEN
to
unlock
the
3
LCD
monitor.
Swing
it
fully
open
—
ogg
ERS
PAUSE
to
start
ano
adjust
ihe
angle.
Press
RECORD/PAUSE
again
to
pause
recording.
10
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Quick
Operation
Guide
Before
you
begin...
Monitor
|
+
Charge
Battery
Pack
fully
before
operation
When
the
LCD
monitor
is
fully
open,
the
(page
12).
Viewfinder
automatically
turns
OFF
(page
29).
1
Press
LCD-OPEN
to
unlock
the
LCD
monitor.
Swing
it
fully
open
and
adjust
the
angle.
2
Set
POWER
to
VCR.
Do
3
Press
REWIND/SEARCH
(o)
N
ro
to
rewind
tape.
|
A
À
i
5
PHOTO
VCR
opp
CAMERA
4
Press
PLAY
to
start
playback.
5
Press
STOP
to
stop
playback.
11
Supplying
Power
Charge
Battery
Pack
fully
before
use.
=
l
BATTERY
|
PACK
1
Plug
in
AC
Adaptor.
CHARGE
POWER
Lamp
lights.
Lamp
Insert
Battery.
G
Align
right
side
of
Battery
with
line
on
AC
Adaptor.
©
Press
Battery
down
and
slide
in
direction
of
arrow.
CHARGE
Lamp
lights
and
then
goes
out
when
charging
is
done
(approx.
1
and
1/2
hours).
3
Remove
Battery
Slide
Battery
out
and
off.
Note:
l
s
Battery
life
gradually
decreases
after
After
recharging
5
times,
use
BATTERY
repeated
use
and
recharging.
If
operation
REFRESH
feature
as
explained
on
page
13.
time
becomes
very
short,
even
after
a
sufficient
charge,
discard
Battery
properly
13).
Use
the
Battery
Pack
Es
A
fully
charged
Battery
provides
a
maximum
of
about
2
hours
of
continuous
use
(LCD
monitor
off)
or
about
1.5
hours
(LCD
monitor
on).
Actual
time
may
vary
due
to
operating
conditions.
Using
the
Built-in
Light
decreases
operating
time.
1
Attach
Battery
@
Align
Battery
with
top
of
mounting
surface.
.
©
Press
and
snap
into
place.
\
\
2
Remove
Battery
While
sliding
BATTERY
RELEASE,
remove
Battery.
12
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Battery
Refresh
This
feature
completely
discharges
Battery
before
recharging
begins.
Use
after
about
every
5
charges
for
optimum
Battery
performance.
CHARGE
Lamp
3
BATTERY
REFRESH
_
Caution:
+
Charge
only
with
specified
charger.
*
Battery
can
be
charged
within
a
temperature
range
of
50°
F
(10°
C)
and
95°
F
(35°
C}.
*
Battery
is
normally
warm
after
charging
or
just
after
use.
»
Do
not
use
an
insufficiently
charged
or
worn-
out
Battery.
Safety
precautions:
*
Do
not
get
Battery
near,
or
dispose
of
in
fire.
*
Do
not
directly
connect
(short
circuit)
the
positive
(+)
and
negative
(—)
terminals.
x
Never
attempt
to
disassemble
or
reassemble
Battery.
U.S.A.
CONSUMERS:
ATTENTION:
The
product
you
have
purchased
is
powered
by
a
nickel
cadmium
battery
which
is
recyclable.
At
the
end
of
its
useful
life,
under
various
state
and
local
laws,
it
is
illegal
to
dispose
of
this
battery
into
your
municipal
waste
stream.
Please
call
1-800-8-BATTERY
Ncs
for
information
on
how
to
recycle
this
battery.
Supplying
Power
1
Plug
in
AC
Adaptor.
e
POWER
Lamp
stays
on
as
long
as
Adaptor
is
plugged
in.
2
Place
Battery
into
Adaptor.
3
Press
BATTERY
REFRESH.
The
CHARGE
Lamp
flashes
during
discharge
then
stays
lit
until
charging
is
complete.
If
BATTERY
REFRESH
is
pressed
by
mistake,
remove
Battery
from
Adaptor
and
reinsert
it
for
normal
charging.
4
Remove
Battery.
e
Charging
takes
about
7
and
1/2
hours
when
Battery
Refresh
is
used.
*
Battery
will
not
operate
in
extremely
high
temperatures.
'
To
avoid
Battery
damage:
*
Do
not
drop
or
jar
Battery.
*
Use
Battery
with
specified
units
only.
s
lí
Battery
is
used
in
extremely
high
temperatures,
a
safety
device
will
automatically
prevent
operation.
To
prolong
Battery
life:
s
While
not
in
use,
remove
Battery
from
the
Camcorder
and
AC
Adaptor
and
store
in
a
cool,
dark,
dry
place.
*
Keep
Battery
terminals
clean.
13
Supplying
Power
gee
TT
a,
SS
Le
e,
CA
x
ES
>>
Z
Connect
AC
Adaptor
VCR
DC
OUT
to
Camcorder
DC
IN
with
supplied
DC
Power
Cable.
Plug
in
AC
Adaptor.
POWER
Lamp
lights.
l
Notes:
VCR
DC
OUT
Connector
e
AC
Adaptor
cannot
power
Camcorder
while
charging
Battery.
e
When
not
in
use,
unplug
AC
Adaptor
from
AC
outlet.
(Adaptor
uses
1.2
W
of
electricity
while
plugged
in.)
CAUTION:
This
unit
will
operate
on
110/120/220/240V
AC.
An
AC
plug
adaptor
may
be
required
for
voltages
other
than
120V
AC.
Please
contact
either
a
local
or
foreign
electrical
parts
distributor
for
assistance
in
selecting
an
alternate
AC
plug.
We
recommend
using
the
accessory
power
plug
adaptor
(VJSS0070)
in
an
area
which
has
special
AC
outlets.
Car
Battery
Cord
(Optional)
4
Connect
PV-C16
Car
Battery
Cord
(optional,
page
80)
to
Camcorder
DC
IN.
2
A
Start
engine
first.
DC
IN
:
B
Plug
Car
Battery
Cord
into
Connector
i
Sen,
"Cd
Ee
Cigarette
lighter
socket.
e
lí
Car
Battery
cord
fuse
needs
replacing,
use
exact
current
rating
in
amps).
Cigarette
Lighter
Gre
ps)
Socket
(12V)
e
This
cord
only
works
in
vehicles
equipped
EH
with
DC
12V
(negative
ground)
battery.
Check
with
your
car/truck
dealer.
Use
only
specified
car
battery
cord.
*
To
avoid
blowing
the
car
battery
cord
fuse,
do
step
2
in
the
proper
order.
e
Running
vehicles
must
be
well
ventilated.
e
When
not
in
use,
disconnect
cigarette
Car
Battery
Cord
Cigarette
(optional)
Lighter
Plug
lighter
plug.
14
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Cassette
Information
Cassette
insertion/Removal
Turn
Tape
Wheel
in
direction
of
-
arrow
until
there
is
no
slack.
Attach
Battery
(page
12).
W
N
=
Slide
TAPE
EJECT
to
open
door.
4
Insert
cassette
as
shown.
5
Press
here
to
close
door.
s
To
remove
the
cassette,
slide
the
TAPE
EJECT
switch.
Record/Playback
Time
Use
tapes
with
the
mark
in
this
unit.
`
TAPE
SPEED
Selector
Tape
Speed
Cassette
type
Selector
Position;
TC-20 TC-30 TC-40
SLP
1
hour
1
hour
2
hours
(Super
Long
Play)
30
minutes!
-
1
To
prevent
erasure,
break
off
tab
with
screwdriver.
(Or,
slide
tab
open.)
2
To
record
again,
cover
hole
with
adhesive
tape.
(Or,
slide
tab
closed.)
15
Attaching
Shoulder
Strap/Remote
Holder
Remove
Battery
Pack
before
doing
steps.
Undo
strap
ends
from
buckles.
2
Remove
one
buckle.
3
@
Thread
strap
(with
no
buckle)
through
Remote
Holder
so
it
faces
outward.
@
Replace
buckle.
4
Thread
strap
ends
through
Strap
Rings
on
Camcorder.
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Bn
zo
UU
D
Re-insert
the
strap
ends
into
ttrt
pe
ieren
ed
buckles.
L
Insert
Remote
into
Holder
when
not
in
use.
Pull
a
loop
of
strap
from
buckle.
Pull
strap
tight
to
shorten
or
lengthen.
Adjust
Hand
Strap
length
to
fit
your
hand
as
shown.
1
6
For
assistance,
calt
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Using
MENU
Mode
DISPLAY
MENU
MENU
Mode
5)
Before
you
begin...
s
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
+
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
13
Bul
PELIS
1
Press
MENU
for
MENU
mode.
2
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
highlight
menu
item.
3
Press
DISPLAY
to
set
selection.
4
Press
MENU
to
exit.
`~
Note:
s
The
Menu mode
is
canceled
if
UP/
DOWN({4/¥),
DISPLAY,
or
MENU
are
not
pressed
within
5
minutes.
17
MENU
Mode
MENU
Mode
Screen
1
---
MENU
---
PAGE
1/2
1
PROGRAMMED
REC
(page
27).
2
PROGRAMMED
REC
Camcorder
starts
and
stops
TITLE
;
AUTO/MANUAL
recording
at
a
preset
time.
3
TALLY
LAMP
;
ON
4
eeepc
;
OFF
2
TITLE
(pages
50~52).
5
Y
AUTO/MANUAL
:
16
items
SELECT:
PUSH
V/A KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
SE
3
TALLY
LAMP
(page
38).
t
ON:
lamp
lights
during
recording.
PHRASE
:
10
items
4
STAND-BY
RELEASE
(page
25).
"ON:
enables
quick
resumption
of
recording
from
Stand-by
mode.
A
PAGE
2/2
TIME
LAPSE
;
OFF
MESSAGE
;
OFF
SECURITY
;
OFF
VIDEO
EFFECTS
;
FADE
BLACK
SELECT
:
PUSH
V/A
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
END
:
PUSH
MENU
KEY
5
CLOCK
SET
(pages
19~21).
Select
to
set
clock.
(D
OD
"d Oo
6
TIME
LAPSE
(page
48).
ON:
enables
TIME
LAPSE
recording.
7
MESSAGE
(page
49).
ON:
enables
MESSAGE
recording.
8
SECURITY
(pages
46,
47).
MOTION
:
enables
Motion
Security
recording.
AUDIO
:
enables
Audio
.
Security
recording.
MOTION*AUDIO:
enables
Motion*Audio
Security
recording.
9
VIDEO
EFFECTS
(pages
39~42).
AUTO
FADE
`
:
BLACK
or
WHITE
DIGITAL
FADE
:
TYPE
—
7
types
COLOR
=
8
colors
DIGITAL
FILTER:
COLOR
>
5
colors
18
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
-
Setting
the
Clock
Set
the
following
items
in
order:
Time
Zone,
Daylight
Saving
Time,
Date
and
Time.
a
=
Before
you
begin...
Setting
the
Time
Zone
s
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
The
Camcorder
is
preset
to
Eastern
time.
*
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
To
change
time
zone,
do
steps
at
right.
Note:
e
Setting
POWER
to
VCR
also
displays
CLOCK
SET
menu.
+
Clock
may
lose
or
gain
up
to
2
minutes
per
month.
To
adjust,
see
page
21.
A
O
up
or"
1234
1
Press
MENU
for
MENU
mode.
DISPLAY
MENU
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
CLOCK
SEI
-<>
MENU
---
PAGE
12
PROGRAMMED
REC
TITLE
¡A
TALLY
LAMP
:
ON
STAND-BY
RELEASE
;
OFF
:
y
SELECT:
PUSH
¥/a
KEY
:
PUSH
nN
KEY
A
END
:
PUSH
MENU
KEY
2
Press
DISPLAY
for
CLOCK
SET
menu.
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
TIME
ZONES
EISES
;
EASTERN
ST
;
AUTO
DST,
:
DATE/TIME
;
12:00:
00AM
J
AN
1
1999
ELECT:
PUSH
W/A
KEY
+
PUSH
MENU
3
Press
DISPLAY
for
SELECT
TIME
ZONE
menu.
Press
UP
á
or
.
DOWN
Y
to
select
local
time
zone.
---
SELECT
TIME
ZONE
---
ATLANTIC
PACIFIC
ALASKA
CEN
TRAL
HAWAII
MOUNTAIN
SAMOA
SELECT:
PUSH
W/a KEY
SET
`
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
4
Press
DISPLAY
to
confirm
entry.
Press
MENU
twice
to
exit.
e
When
traveling,
repeat
these
steps
and
select
one
of
the
8
listed
time
zones
to
set
the
clock
to
local
time.
2
9:00:
9:00
3
10:00:
11:00:
12:00;
1:00
¿2:00
Note:
When
traveling
outside
the
listed
time
zones,
set
clock
to
loca!
time
manually
(page
21).
19
UTO/MANUAL|.
`
Setting
the
Clock
Before
you
begin...
Clock
will
auto-adjust
to
daylight-saving
EES
time
(DST).
s
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
Note:
—
e
When
POWER
is
set
to
VCR,
CLOCK
SET
menu
appears.
The
Camcorder
is
preset
to
DST:
AUTO
BI
sS
TSTST;
IV
vour
area.
set
(0
OFF
[SR
(he
following
steps.
s
Auto
DST
does
not
function
if
time
zone
is
set
to
Hawaii
or
Samoa
(page
19).
1
Press
MENU
for
MENU
mode.
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
4
2
3
4
CLOCK
AAN.
A
Ob
s
DOWN
et
DISPLAY
MENU
---
MENU
---
PAGE
1/2
PROGRAMMED
REG
TITLE
¡A
UTO/MANUAL
TALLY
LAMP
;
ON
STAND-BY
RELEASE
;
OFF
Y
SELECT:
PUSH
W/&
KEY
S
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
END
:
PUSH
MENU
KEY
2
Press
DISPLAY
for
CLOCK
SET
menu.
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
DJA.
---
CLOCK
SET
-
--
;
EASTERN
DA
DATE/TIME
`
12:
00
:
00AM
JAN
1
1999
SELECT:
PUSH
¥/a
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
END
-
PUSH
MENU
KEY
3
Press
DISPLAY
for
DAYLIGHT
SAVING
TIME
menu.
Press
UP_A
or
DOWN
Z
to
select
OFF
or
AUTO.
Spring
(First
Sunday
in
April):
-
-
DAYLIGHT
SAVING
TIME
- -
DST:
AUTO
=
ahead
one
hour.
1:00
a.m.
2:00
a.m.
AUTO
OFF
SELECT:
PUSH
Via
KEY
ge
S
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY]
Daylight
Saving
e
e
e
Time
3:00
a.m,
4:00
a.m.
E
Press
DISPLAY
to
confirm
entry.
Press
MENU
twice
to
exit.
Autumn
(Last
Sunday
in
October):
DST:
AUTO
=
back
one
hour.
Daylight
Saving
1:00
a.m.
2:00
a.m.
*
Time
[Normal
Time
|.
a
1:00
a.m.
2:00
a.m.
20
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
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