Panasonic Palmcorder PV-L679 User manual

Panasonic
Palmcorder” PalmSight”
Camcorder
Operating Instructions
PV-L679
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Things You Should Know
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You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, it will bring you 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
Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information
source.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
Unpack your Camcorder
These accessories are provided in order to set up or use your Camcorder.
1 pc. AC Adaptor 1 pc. Battery Pack 1 pc. Audio/Video Cable
(PV-A17) (PV-BP18) (pages 10, 11) (VJAW0027/VJAW0032/
with DC Power Cable A VJAW00339)} (pages 27, 29)
(page 12)
1 pc. VHS PlayPak 1. pc. Shoulder Strap 1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery
(PV-P1i/VYMWO0009) (VYCW0225) (page 14) (VSBWO004) `
and one “AA” battery (installed in Camcorder)
(page 28) i (page 48)
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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 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 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
errs have sufficient magnitude to cause electric
kg pera ace NOT OPEN 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 -. r-
„B REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL P 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: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would:
void the user’s 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 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.

Important Safeguards
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 shoutd 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 — 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 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 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
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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
raversing 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.
, 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
intormation 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
OISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20}
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Deg ere SERVICE GROUNDING
TRODE SYSTEM
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 256. PART H}
. 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. `

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 cantact those controls that are covered by the operating
with them might be fatal. l instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
16. Overloading — Do not overtoad 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 thís 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.
Never 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 ali servicing to qualified service personnel. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
19. Damage Requiring Service — Unptug 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 sate operating order.
damaged,
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Precautions
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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 poo! 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.
s DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS.
e 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.
* 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 internai parts of your
Camcorder.
+ AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenty moved from a cold place to a warm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.
e DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT iN USE.
es 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 handiing 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 surtace 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.
e 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. Eege eege eeneg 2
Important Safeguards ini Eeer degen 4
PISCIS rar ds 5
Self Damo MOE: seriada 7
Quick Operation Guide ves ad 8
SUPDIVIN O eege dá 10
Cassette Information ds 13
Attaching Shoulder Strap air odiada V4
MENUDO IR EE 15
SOUND ME et 16
DUI Auto IN EE 19
Basic Operation
camèra POCO A dao 20
Playing Back ROCOSAS 25
Copying your Tapes (dubbing) see ese xes eee 29
Special Features
Four-Speed Power ZONA A ennenen 30
Back? seene eee T PT 30
FOCUS a ció 31
CUTE Speed OU o de 32
Tally Lamp tin ia TA 33
DUO ri a coe tee EE 34
‘Color Digital Fade A ecco Mae Divine athe udy-teatyn eishuased 35
Digital TTT 36
Digital Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS). 37
ECU MN os insane cigs tee 38
TIME APSO: ee ee ica 39
Message Mode selladas 40
Intelligent Titler AAA A Segen 41
For Your Information
Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications sss sese eee 44
Operation A A A NN 47
Replacing Clock EE 48
Palmcorder Accessory System „sneen. A E 49
Palmcorder Accessory Order Form... BU
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Before Requesting Service EEN 52
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Self Demo mode is on when the
screen at the right appears. Follow
the steps below to turn it off.
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26x LENS / 150x D. ZOOM
DIGITAL STABILIZATION
DEDICATED 5-HEAD
AUTO/PHRASE TITLER
1 Set POWER to CAMERA.
2 Hold down STOP over 5 seconds.
Note:
e Self Demo stops automatically H `
battery is attached (page 10) and
cassette tape is inserted (page 13). :
s Inserting a tape alone (or attaching a
partially charged battery) only temporarily
stops Self Demo.
e Self Demo stops for 30 seconds when a `
function key other than Power, Tape
Speed Selector, and Light is pressed.
To turn Self Demo back on.
e With DISPLAY held down, slide POWER
to CAMERA and wait for Self Demo to
` begin.

Quick Operation Guide
Charge the Battery Pack
Charge Battery Pack fully before operation (page 10).
2 Insert Battery.
CHARGE Lamp
lights and then goes
out when charging is
done.
Insert Cassette
2 Slide TAPE EJECT to open door.
1 Attach fully charged Battery
(page 10).
3 Insert cassette (page 13).
Camera Recording
When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF (page 21).
2 Set POWER to
CAMERA.
1 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the 3
LCD monitor. Swing it fully open . Press RECORD/PAUSE to start
and adjust the angle. recording.
Press RECORD/PAUSE again to
pause recording.

Quick Operation Guide
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Playback
using
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LCD
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S e Charge Battery Pack fully before operation
Monitor
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When the LCD monitor is fully open, the l
Viewfinder automatically turns OFF (page 25).
1 Press LCD-OPEN to
-úntock the LCD monitor.
Swing it fully open and
adjust the angle.
2 Set POWER to VCR.
3 Press REWIND/SEARCH
to rewind tape.
4 Press PLAY to
start playback.
5 Press STOP to
stop playback.

Supplying Power
Charge Battery Pack fully before use.
1 Plug in AC Adaptor. -
POWER Lamp lights.
Lamp 2
1 Insert Battery.
O) 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: » Battery life gradually decreases after
After recharging 5 times, use BATTERY repeated use and recharging. If operation
REFRESH feature as explained on page 11. time becomes very short even after a
l sufficient charge, discard Battery properly
(page 11).
Use the Battery Pack
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.
G Press and snap into place.
2 Remove Battery
While sliding BATTERY RELEASE,
remove Battery.