Panasonic Palmcorder PV-A206 User manual

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Things You Should Know
Thanh 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. Please 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
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
These accessories are provided in order to set up or use your Palmcorder
1pc. AC Adaptor
(PV-A17)
with DC Power
Cable
1pc. Battery Pack
(PV'BP15) 1pc. AudioA/ideo
Cable (VJAW0032) 1pc. Shoulder Strap
{VYCW0108)
1pc, VHS PlayPak
(PV-PWYMW0009)
and one "AA" battery
1pc. CR2025 Clock
Battery (VSBW0004)
(installed in Palmcorder)
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your Compact VHS Palmcorder ts designed lo record This Patmcorder is equipped wi(h the HQ System lo
and play back in Standard Play (SP) and Super Long provide excellent video pictures, and is compatible
Play (SLP) modes. You can also play aCompact VHS with standard VHS equipment.
Palmcorder recording on your VHS VCR using lha ais recommended that only cassette tapes that have
VHS PlayPak supplied. been tested andinspected for use in VCR machines
and/or (BBS) mark be used.
ACAUTION
RISK OPeUtCmiC SHOCK
IPONOTOPgW I
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS MSJDE
REFEfl SERVICING TO QUALrFfEO SERVICE PERSONNEU
This symbol warns the user that
uninsulated voltage within the unil may
have sutticient magnitude to cause electric
shock. Therefore, it Is dangerous lo make
any kind of contact with any Inside part of
INs unit.
This symbol aieris the user that Important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been inciuded.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in
ordef to avoid any problems. j
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

Important Safeguards
4.
6,
t.Read Instrucllons ^AJI the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
2. Retain Instmctlons —The safely and operating
instrucltons should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings —All warnings on the unit and In
the operaiing inslfuctions should be adtiered 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 adry doth lor cleaning.
Aitachmanis —Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product manufacturer
as Ihey may be hazardous.
7. Water and Molshjre —Do not use this video unit
near water —for exampfe near abalh tubt wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in awet
basement, or near aswimming poof, and the Mke.
8. Accessories —Do not place this video unit on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
video unit may (all, causing serious injury to achild
or adull« and serious damage to Ihe unit. Use only
with acart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manutaciurer, 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 sudaces may
cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
9. Ventilation —Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the video unit and to protect ii from
overheating. These openings must not be blocked
or covered. Never pface the video unit on abed,
sofa. rug. or other similar suflace. or near or over a
radiator or heat register. This video unit should not
be placed in abuilt-in InstaMatkm such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation Is
provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.
10. Power Sources —This video unit should be
operated only Irom the type of power source
Indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure
of Ihe type of power supply to your home, consult
your appliance dealer or kx»1 power company. For
video units intended lo 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 apolarized 2-wire AC
(Alternating Current) line plug <a plug having one
blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding
type plug, aplug having athird (grounding) pin.
The 2*wire polarized plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This Is asafely feature. It you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outfet,
try reversing the plug. If the plug still falls to fit.
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
The 3-wlre grounding type plug will fit Into a
grounding type power outlel. This Is asafety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the
outfet. contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlel. 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 ptaced 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 syslem is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1
ol 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 ol the
lead-in wire lo an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements lor the grounding
NEC —fMTlOMKLCieCT«lCM.CXlDC
14. Lightning —For added protectk>n of this video unit
receh/er during alightning 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.
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Important Safeguards
15. Power Lines ^An outside antenna system shoutd
not be tocated in the vicinity of overhead power
lines or other electric light or power circuits, or
where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from
touchinQ such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading —Do not overload wail outlets and
extension cords as this can result in arisk of fire or
electric shock.
17. Objects and Liquids —Never push objects of any
kind Into this video unit through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in afire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto the vkleo unit.
18. Sen/icing 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 servicing to qualilled service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Ser>^e —Unplug this vkJeo
unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
quaiified service personnel under the (dUowing
conditions:
a. When the power-supply oord or plug is
damaged.
b. if any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects
have fallen into the vkleo uniL
c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the video unit does nol operate normally by
following the operating instoictions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
Instructions, as an Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by aqualified technician
to restore the video unit to its normal operation.
e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet
has been damaged.
f. When the video unit exhibits adistinct change in
performance —this indicates aneed for service.
20. Replacement Parts —When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result In fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Checks Upon completion of any sen^ice or
repairs to this video unit, ask Itte service technician
to perform safety checks lo determine thai the
video unit is in safe operating order.
Precautions
USE &LOCATION
•TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should nol be exposed to rain or moisture.
Do not connect Ihe power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed
for outdoor use. however it is nol designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a
direct splashing from apool or even acup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of
your Camcorder. Oo not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user senriceable parts Inside. Unplug
your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.
•DO NOT AtlVi YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
•DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVP AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVP
•DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct sunlight,
inside aclosed car, next to aheater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your
Camcorder.
•AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If Ihe unit is suddenly moved from acold place to awarm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the uniL
•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 amanner that will nol subject It lo
unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Camcorder contains asensitive pick-up device which
could be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
•TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents whon cleaning your Camcorder
body.
•TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do nol touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use acommercial 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 chemtcai products, such as suntan totkm, as it may damage the finish.

Table ofContents
Getting Started
Thjngs You Should Know 2
Important Safeguards 3, 4
Precautions 4
Quick Operation Guide 6
Supplying Power
Charge the Battery Pack 7
Use the Battery Pack 7
Battery Refresh Feature 8
Battery Care 8
AC Adaptor g
Car Battery Cord (Optional) 9
Cassette Information 10
Setting the Clock
Set the Time Zone 11
Set the Daylight Saving Time 12
Set the Date and Time 13
Replace the Battery 14
Electronic Viewfinder indications 15, 16, 17
Attaching the Shoulder Strap 18
Camera Recording
Simple Recording 19
Stand-by Mode \20
Stand-by Release 20
Easy Edit Stand-by 21
Manual Easy Editing 21
Playback your Recordings
Playback using the EVF 22
Playback using the PlayPak 23
Playback or View on aTV 24
Four-Speed Power Zoom 25
One-Touch Auto Fade 25
Focus 26
High Speed Shutter 27
Backlight 27
intelligent Titler 28
Copying your Tapes (dubbing) 29
Palmcorder Accessory System 30
Notes Regarding Operations 31
Specifications 32
Before Requesting Service 33. 34
Index of Controls 35, 36. 37, 38
Index 38
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Gufa Para Uso Rapido 39, Back Cover
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Quick Operation Guide
Charge the Battery Pack fully before operation (see page 7).
Attach the Battery (see page 7).
Make sure 6attery is charged before
use (see page 7).
Slide the TAPE EJECT switch to open
the door.
Insert acassette (see page 10).
Press here to close the door.
Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Buill*ln Lens Cover opens and POWER
Lamp lights.
Slide the TAPE SPEED Selector for
SP or SLP (see page 10).
With the Eye Cup up to your eye,
adjust the Vision Adjustment Control
to your eyesight.
Press RECORD/PAUSE to start
recording.
Press RECORD/PAUSE again to pause
recording (see page 19).
POWER Lamp
To Watch Playback mthe EVF (Electronic Viewfincler)
Set the POWER switch to VCR.
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Press REWIND/SEARCH to rewind the
tape.
Press PLiKY to start playback.
Press STOP to stop playback.

Supplying Power
Charge the Battery Pacfe^^^J^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^I
Charge the Battery Pack fully
before operation.
POWER
Lamp
CHARGE
Lamp
Battery Charging
Confirmation Mari<er
Use this marker as areminder to yourself
when the battery is fully charged or in
need of acharge. This marl<er performs
no function and is for your reference only.
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.
®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 hour).
^Remove the Battery
Slide the Battery out and then lift up.
•The useful operation time of the Battery will
gradually decrease after repeated use and
recharging. The Battery is no longer serviceable
if the operation time is very short, even after a
sufficient charge.
Note:
After recharging the Battery Pack about Stimes,
use the BATTERY REFRESH feature as
explained on page 8.
Use the Battery Pack
With afully charged Battery Pack, you will have amaximum of about one hour of
continuous use.
Attach the Battery
®Align the Battery with the top of the
mounting surface.
(§) Press it Into place until it iocks with a
click.
Remove the Battery
While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE
button, remove the Battery.

Supplying Power
Battery Refresh Feature
This feature completely discharges the Battery before recharging begins.
To maintain your battery's operating capacity, use thie refresh feature after at)out every five charges.
CHARGE Lamp
Plug in AC Adaptor*
FOR U.S.A
Place the Battery into the
AC Adaptor
Press 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.
Remove the Battery
•Should you accidentally press the BATTERY
REFRESH button, remove Battery and then
re-insert It to begin charging.
•It takes about five hours when both Battery
Refresh and charging are performed.
ATTENTION:
The product that you have purchased is powered by arechargeable battery. The battery
is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be
illegai to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check wrth 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 atempera-
ture range of 32- F{Q" 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.
•If the Battery is used in extremely high
temperatures, asafety 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.
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Supplying Power
AC Adaptor
1Conned the VCR DC OUT on
the AC Adaptor to the DC IN on
the Palmcorder with the DC
Power Cable (supplied).
rPlug in the AC Adaptor.
•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 wtien not in use.)
VCR DC OUT Connector
Car Battery Cord (Optional)
DC IN
Connector
Cigarette Lighter
Socket (12V)
Car Battery Cord
(optional) Cigarette
Lighter Plug
XConnect aPV-C16 Car Battery Cord
(optional) to the DC IN of the
Palmcorder.
^Start your car engine and thep Insert
the Car Battery Cord plug into your
cigarette lighter socket.
•There is afuse located in the lighter plug
end of the cord.
Should fuse replacement be necessary
use the exact current rating (in amps).
Note:
•This cord can only be used in vehicles
equipped with DC 12V (negative ground)
batteries. Use only the specified car battery
cord. !f you are not sure check with your local
car/truck dealer as to what type of DC battery
ground you have in your vehicle.
•Be sure to start your car engine before
inserting the cigarette lighter plug of the
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
youVe in awell ventilated area.
•Disconnect the cigarette lighter plug when
your Palmcorder Is not being used. 9

Cassette Information
Cassette Insertion/Removal
rlTurn the Tape Wheel in the direction
of the arrow until there is no stack.
Attach the Battery (see page 7).
Slide the TAPE EJECT switch to open
the door.
Insert the cassette vertically with i
window side facing out.
Press here to dose the door,
•To remove the cassette, slide the TAPE EJECT switch.
TAPE SPEED Selector
Record/Playback Time
Use tapes with the IVUSB mark in this unit.
Tape Speed Selector
Position
Cassette type
T-20 T'30 T-40
SP (Standard Play) 20 minutes 30 minutes 40 minutes
SLP (Super Long Play) 1hour 1hour
30 minutes
2hours
•SP provides the best pkrture.
•SLP has siightly more picture noise during playt>ack.
Erase Protection Tab
Cassettes havea record tab to ensure that recordings are not accidentally erased.
To prevent accidental erasure
Break off the tab with ascrewdriver.
(Or, slide tab open.)
To record again
Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
(Or, slide tab closed.)
-Sliding tab

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 Tinfie. Please follow instructions in the order
presented.
Set the Time Zone
The Palmcorder is set to the Eastern
Standard time zone at the factory. If you
live in adifferent time zone, follow the
steps below to change it. Then, when
traveling, rather than resetting the clock to
the local time, you can simply set the
appropriate time zone.
DISPLAY
Time Zone chart
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Before you begin...
•Conned tho Palmcorder to apower source,
•Set the POWER switch to VCR or CAMERA.
rNote;
CLOCK S£T menu disappears If. after
aclivatron. CLOCK SET UP A. DOWN or
DISPLAY buttons are not pressed within 30
seconds.
The Palmcorder's clock may lose or gain up
to two minutes per month. Please adjust as
necessary (refer to page 13).
.Press CLOCK SET UP to display
the CLOCK SET menu.
fPress UPAor DOWN repeatedly
to select i»aaiiaieiiiJIAi^i<eigia from
the CLOCK SET menu. —CLOCK BEF".
3,0ATEmME SHTTINQ
4.EN0
^Press DISPLAY to display the
SELECT TIME ZONE menu.
r.
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rPress UP or DOWN repeatedly
to select one of the eight time zones of
the location where you are using the
Palmcorder.
^Press DISPLAY to fix the Time Zone.
The CLOCK SET menu appears.
To exit from the CLOCK SET
menu, select QISQ] and press
DISPLAY.
rNote:
When you travel outside the eight time
zones right, please set the clock
manually (see page 13).
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Setting the Clock
Set the Daylight Saving Time
The clock will automatically adjust to
daylight saving time.
Daylight Saving Time is preset toLliUfJ.
If you do not want the clock to
automatically adjust to daylight saving
time, please selectOili&l by following
steps 1-5 below.
IBefore you begin...
•Connect ttie 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.
This feature witt not function if Hawaii or
Samoa Time Zone Is selected.
DISPLAY
Spring:
First Sunday in April (DAYLIGHT SAVING
TIME: AUTO) Automatically adds one hour
and adjusts the clock.
innam 2:00 a.m.
[Normal Time |"*^
Daylight Saving
Time [3:00 a.m. 4:00a.m.
Autumn:
Last Sunday in October (DAYLIGHT SAVING
TIME: AUTO) Automatically turns bacic one
hour and adjusts the clock.
Daylight Saving'
Time
[Normal Time |1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
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Press CLOCK SET UP to display
the CLOCK SET menu.
fPress UPAor DOWN Trepeatedly
to select I
from the CLOCK SET menu.
2.DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
-CLOCK SET-
s.oATEmME etrnwa
4.END
SCUECT: PUSH T/A KEY
^:POSH PSPUff KEY^
^Press DISPLAY to display the
DAYLiGHT SAVING TIME menu.
•CMYUQHT SAVWa TIMS •
SEiCOt; PUSH /AKCr
:86T ;PUSH DI8PUY KSY
4Press UP Aor DOWN to select
AUTO or OFF.
Press DISPLAY to fix the
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME setting.
The CLOCK SET menu appears.
To exit from the CLOCK SET
menu, select BB^tf'l ^^^d press
DISPLAY.

Setting the Clock
Set the Date and Time
The date and time is calculated, including
leap year, up to DEC 31 2094.
DISPLAY
o
Before you begin...
•Connect the Palmeorderto apower source.
•Set the POWER swftch to VCR or CAMERA.
Note:
CLOCK SET menu disappears if, after
activation, CLOCK SET UP DOWN or
DISPLAY buttons are not pressed within 30
seconds.
Press CLOCK SET UP to display
the CLOCK SET menu.
fPress UPAor DOWN T repeatedly
to sbIbtJ KWiMiJiiwisaaa iKti from
the CLOCK SET menu.
'CLOCK SET---
t.SELECT TIME ZONE
CAVINQ TIME
SELECT: PU3H T/A KEY
SET :POSH DISPLAY KEY
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^Press DISPLAY to display the
DATE>TIME SETTING menu.
^Press UP or DOWN 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, nrK>nth, day and year.
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SET :PUSH DISPIAY KEY
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SET menu appears.
To exittrom theCLOCK SET menu,
select Baail!] 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
Palmcorder. While pinching the stopper tabs,
pull the tray out of the Battery
Compartment.
Remove the Battery by bending the
locl(ing tab outward.
Place the new Battery into the Battery
tray with the 0mark facing down until it
snaps into place.
•Do not reverse the polarity.
Replace the Battery tray so that the
small triangle marks meet.
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO.
VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another
battery may present arisk of fire or explosk)n.
Cautlon-battery may explode If mistreated.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away
from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or
dispose of in fire.
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 EVP.
•Battery life is approximately 5years.
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Electronic Vieivfinder Indications
Tape/Battery Remaining
The tape remaining and battery charge level can be displayed during recording.
Set the POWER
switch to CAMERA.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly
to select the desired display.
Battery Charge
Remaining:
FULL
eiwpty:^
EVP Indications
(Initial screen) f]f^\
EMPTY
>It will take several seconds for the tape
remaining indicator to operate after the
tape starts moving.
Record the Date and Time
1Set the POWER
switch to
CAMERA. When
placed in Record
mode, the time and
date wilt be
recorded on the
tape.
.Note;
fPress DISPLAY
once to change the
only. Press once
display to date
\\y, Pn
or twice more to
remove the dale/
time display.
Poniy the Date and/or Time are recorded on the TapeH
Display-OffMode
This feature allows you to remove all
Electronic Viewfinder Indications.
Before inserting atape, 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,
turn the Palmcorder Power off and then on again.
*To remove the time and date, see "Record the Date and
Time" above. 15

Electronic Viewfinder Indications
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0Battery Remaining Indication (see page 15)
-CIIZ3r When abattery recharge is necessary, "WARNING" will begin to flash in the
EVF and TOW BATTERY" will appear as the Power Lamp will also flash. The
Palmcorder will automatically turn OFF in 15 seconds.
®Tape Remaining Indication
•If the Palmcorder is in camera mode with no cassette tape inserted or the record tab
is missing, will flash for one minute and "CHECK TAPE" will appear for 5
seconds, and recording will not start.
•While recording, as the tape reaches to the end, "TAPE END"* will appear for 5
seconds as awarning.
(3> 10-Second Reminder
An elapsed time indicator appears for one second every 10 seconds that recording
continues.
This is areminder of how long you have been shooting aparticular scene and can
help keep your recordings fresh and interesting.
0:00 0:10 0:20 59:50
tI
(return to 0:00 and continue)
•The 10-Second Reminder will be reset whenever you press Record/Pause.
®TAPE SPEED Indication (see page 10)
Indicates the tape speed (SP or SLP).
(S) Operating A/lode indications
REC (record)
(RECORD will first appear In large characters for one second and then smalt
characters.)
PAUSE
(PAUSE will first appear in large characters for one second and then small characters.)
FF (fast fonward)
PLAY
REW (rewind)
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Electronic Viewfinder Indications
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®Backlight Indication (see page 27).
®Manual Focus Indication (see page 26).
®Fade Indication (see page 25).
®Zoom lUtagnlflcation level (see page 25).
®High Speed Shutter Indication (see page 27).
®VCR-MODE Indication
"VCR-MODE "will appear for one minute if the POWER switch rs sot to VCR or the
RECORD/PAUSE button is pushed in VCR MODE.
®DEW Indication
If excessive moisture condenses fn 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.
©Date and time Indication (see page 13).
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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Make sure the Battery Pack is not attached.
Thread the strap ends through the
Strap Attachment Rings.
^Then thread the ends of the strap
through the buckle.
•Make sure the strap is not twisted.
min. 1Inch
Adjust the Length
,Pull aloop of the strap loose
from the buckle.
fPull the strap firmly through the buckle
to adjust the length.
Hand Strap
Hand Strap
Adjust the length of the strap to the sfze of
your hand as Illustrated at left.
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Camera Recording
Simple Recording
Tally Lamp
Before you begin...
•Connect the Palmcorder to apower source.
•Insert acassette with record tab (see page 10).
Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Built-in Lens Cover opens. EVF
Note:
«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.
Record/Pause
mode,
With the Viewfinder Eye Cup up to
your eye, adjust the Vision Adjust-
ment Control to your eyesight.
Slide the TAPE SPEED Selector
to SP or SLP (refer to page 10).
Press RECORD/PAUSE to start
recording.
The Tally Lamp and RECORD/PAUSE
are lit during recording.
RECORD
Press RECORD/PAUSE again la
payg^recording.
Set the POWER switch to OFF after
recording is finished.
•To remove the cassette
In Record/Pause mode, slide the TAPE EJECT
switch (refer to page 10).
•When your Palmcorder is aimed at excessively
bright objects, or bright lights, avertical bar
may appear in the picture. This is anormal
characteristic of the CCD pick-up device. Try
to avoid this when possible.
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Camera Recording
Stand-by Mode
Whenever the Palmcorder has been In Record/Pause mode for 5minutes, it will auto*
maticatly go mto Stand-by mode to conserve power. To resume recording, it is necessary
to turn the Palmcorder POWER switch to OFF and then to CAMERA. Or, you may use
the following feature to avoid having to turn the Palmcorder off and on again.
Stand-by Release
This feature allows you to resume recording
from Stand-by mode by simply pressing the
RECORD/PAUSE button.
Before you begin...
•Connect the Palmcorder to apower source.
•Insert acassette with record tab (see page 10).
DISPLAY
While pressing the UP Abutton, set
the POWER switch to CAMERA.
Press UP Amore than 2seconds to
display the STAND-BY RELEASE
selection screen.
ACTIVE
SELECT: PUSH T/A KEY
ySET :PUSH DtSPtAY KgY^
RECORD/PAUSE
Press UP Aor DOWN as
necessary to select CliUlua.
'Press DISPLAY to set your selection
and exit this screen.
You may now turn the Palmcorder
back on after It has gone into Stand-
by mode by pressing the RECORO/
PAUSE button.
Note:
If Kiwgmura^ was Selected In step 3
above, you must set the POWER switch to
OFF and then to CAMERA to resume
recording from Stand-by mode.
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