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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these
instructions thoroughly.
LSQT0597
Models No. PV-DV202
PV-DV402
Digital Video Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Mini
[ PV-DV402 shown ]
DV202_402PN.p 1-4.p65 02/02/13, 17:511
2
Things You Should now
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the
market today. Used properly, we’re sure it
will bring you and your family years of
enjoyment. 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.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.
CAUTION
RIS OF ELECTRIC SHOC
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RIS OF ELECTRIC SHOC ,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BAC )
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 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 bout Interference’ available from FCC local regional offices
helpful.
FCC Warning: To assure continued FCC compliance, use only the provided shielded
interface cable when connecting digital video camcorder to computer in
accordance with instruction herein. lso, any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.
Your
Mini
Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode
and Long (LP) mode.
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in
VCR machines with the
Mini
mark be used.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOC HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Safety Precautions
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : PV-DV202/PV-DV402
Trade Name : Panasonic
Responsibility Party : Matsushita Electric Corporation of merica
ddress : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094
Telephone Number : 1-800-211-P N (7262)
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.
- For U.S.A. only -
DV202_402PN.p 1-4.p65 02/02/13, 17:512
3
Before Use
11. Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may be
equipped with either a polarized 2-wire C
( lternating 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 ntenna 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 US 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.
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.
1. Read Instructions — ll the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — ll warnings on the unit and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — ll operating and maintenance
instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6. ttachments — Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product manufacturer as
they may be hazardous.
7. 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.
8. ccessories — 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. ny
mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the
manufacturer. n 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
GROUND
CL MP
NTENN
LE D IN
WIRE
NTENN
DISCH RGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CL MPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC RT 250, P RT H)
N TION L ELECTRIC L CODE
NEC
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
-
Important Safeguards
DV202_402PN.p 1-4.p65 02/02/13, 17:513
5
Before Use
Things You Should now................................................................................................ 2
Important Safeguards .....................................................................................................3
Precautions .....................................................................................................................4
Before Using....................................................................................................................6
• Easy Cassette Eject..................................................................................................... 7
Quick Guide ...................................................................................................................11
Supplying Power ...........................................................................................................14
Setting the Clock ...........................................................................................................16
Using the Palmcorder Menu.........................................................................................17
Table of Contents
Camera VCR For Your Information
Camera Recording ........................................................................................................18
• Simple Recording..................................................................................................18
• Digital PhotoShot Mode ........................................................................................20
• Zoom .....................................................................................................................21
Special Effect Features.................................................................................................23
Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................28
Palmcorder Accessory System ...................................................................................93
Notes On Operations ....................................................................................................94
Specifications................................................................................................................96
Before Requesting Service .......................................................................................... 97
On-Screen Displays (OSD) ...........................................................................................99
MENU OSD...................................................................................................................101
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications........................................................105
Index of Controls .........................................................................................................109
Index ............................................................................................................... Back Cover
Special Features
Playback Your Recordings ........................................................................................... 32
Special Effect Features.................................................................................................34
Digital Features.................................................................................................................40
Editing Features ............................................................................................................... 44
Card Features.................................................................................................................... 48
PC Connection
• Transferring Your Images (Windows) ......................................................................... 55
• PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System.......................................................... 59
• Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) (Windows) ............................................................ 73
• PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System (i.LINK)............................................. 74
• Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive................................................................... 76
• Palmcorder File Converter......................................................................................... 79
• Web Camera (For Windows XP users/For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 users) ............. 81
• Warning Indications...................................................................................................90
PC Connection
• Transferring Your Images (Macintosh)........................................................................ 91
DV202_402PN.p 5-10.p65 02/02/13, 17:515
6
Before Using
This Operating Instructions book is designed for use with models PV-DV202 and
PV-DV402. The PV-DV402 is the model used for illustrative purposes.
Features may vary, so please read carefully.
Differences between models
Model Number
LCD Monitor
MagicVu IR Filter
(0Lux)
MIC IN
EXTERN L
PV-DV202
63.5 mm (2.5 inch) Liquid
Crystal Display
NO
NO
PV-DV402
88.9 mm (3.5 inch) Liquid
Crystal Display
YES
YES
1 pc. C daptor
(PV-D C11) with
C Cable and DC
Cable
1 pc. Shoulder
Strap (LSFC0016)
1 pc. Battery Pack
(CGR-D08/
CGR-D08R)
1 pc. Lens Cap
(LSYF0518) with
Lens Cap Strap
(LSGQ0066)
1 pc. /V Cable
(LSJ 0280)
1 pc. 8 MB Memory
Card
(RP-SD008BMKO)
1 pc. CD-ROM of Driver Software for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP
and Macintosh; USB Device Driver for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/
XP; PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System for Windows
98SE/Me/2000/XP; Built-in SD Drive for Macintosh; rcSoft
Software for Windows 95/98SE/Me/2000/XP and Macintosh
(LSFT0492)
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the
United States and other countries.
Macintosh, iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Macintosh, Power Mac, and Mac are
trademarks or registered trademarks of pple Computer, Inc.
Intel Pentium is a registered trademark.
i.LINK is a trademark.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System is a registered trademark.
IBM is a registered trademark of IBM Company.
Unpack your Palmcorder
1 pc. USB Cable
(K1H 05CD0001)
1 pc. IR Remote
Control (LSSQ0294)
with Battery (CR2025)
1 pc. udio daptor
(LSJP0829)
DV202_402PN.p 5-10.p65 02/02/13, 17:516
7
Before Use
record tab
Before Using
Y-DVM30E
Y-DVM60E
Cassette type
60 minutes
45 minutes
SP LP
90 minutes
30 minutes
Record Speed/
Playback time
Y-DVM80E 80 minutes 120 minutes
Use only those tapes having the
Mini
logo indicating the 6.35 mm digital
standard.
Record Speed/Playback Time Cassettes have a sliding record tab to
ensure recordings are not accidentally
erased.
Erase Protection
1Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD
monitor, and swing it fully open.
2Slide TAPE EJECT to open the
Cassette Compartment Cover.
3Insert a cassette record tab up,
window side facing out.
4Press PUSH TO CLOSE to close the
Cassette Compartment Cover.
Note
• When inserting the cassette, make sure it is facing the right direction and then push it
in completely.
Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion
• If the Palmcorder is connected to a power
source, the cassette can be inserted and
ejected without turning the Palmcorder
on.
•To remove the cassette...
Slide T PE EJECT to open the Cassette
Compartment Cover and pull the cassette
tape straight out.
1LCD-OPEN Cassette Compartment
Cover
2T PE EJECT
4PUSH TO
CLOSE
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
1To prevent accidental erasure:
Slide the tab to the left (open).
2To record again:
Slide the tab to the right (close).
DV202_402PN.p 5-10.p65 02/02/13, 17:517
8
12
3
OR
1Loosen the strap from the Buckle and
create a loop.
2Pull the strap firmly through the
Buckle to shorten or lengthen the
strap. 1
Adjust the Length
djust the length of the Hand Strap to the
size of your hand as illustrated.
Attaching the Lens Cap Cord to the Hand
Strap:
Remove the Hand Strap from the front
clasp and thread the Strap through the loop
in the Lens Cap Cord.
Reattach the Hand Strap.
Lens Cap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
21
3
Attaching the Lens Cap Strap:
Thread the Lens Cap Strap through the
Strap ttachment Ring as shown.
Hand Strap
Hand Strap
1Undo the two strap ends from their
buckles.
2Thread the strap ends through the
Strap Attachment Rings.
3Reinsert the strap ends through their
buckles.
• Make sure the straps are not twisted.
Before Using
DV202_402PN.p 5-10.p65 02/02/13, 17:518
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Before Use
Before Using
To operate Camera functions:
Set POWER to C MER .
To operate VCR functions:
Set POWER to VCR.
You can operate the major functions of your Palmcorder from up to approximately 5 m
(16 feet) away (indoors). im the IR Remote Control toward the front of the Palmcorder
and press the desired buttons (Remote Sensor is located under the lens).
Remote Control
○○○○
Remote Sensor
Controlled Functions
• Rec/Pause (p. 18)
• Tele (Zoom) (p. 21)
• Wide (Zoom) (p. 21)
• Date/Time (p. 105)
• Reset (p. 45)
• PhotoShot (p. 20)
• Display On TV (p. 39)
• Counter/Time Code (p. 106)
• udio Dubbing (p. 44)
• Record (p. 47)
• Menu (pp. 17, 45)
• Play (p. 32)
• FF/Search (p. 34)
• REW/Search (p. 34)
• Pause/Select (pp. 16, 17, 36, 47)
• Stop/Set (pp. 16, 17, 32, 47)
• Slow/Frame dvance (Forward)
(pp. 35, 36)
• Slow/Frame dvance (Backward)
(pp. 35, 36)
• Index Search (Forward) (pp. 36, 37)
• Index Search (Backward) (pp. 36, 37)
• Speaker Volume (p. 33)
1Hold down LIGHT for more than
0.7 seconds to turn ON or OFF.
•“ ” will appear on the screen.
To brighten the natural colors in a scene.
Using the Built-in Light
Caution
This light becomes hot during operation.
Make sure nothing covers the light during
operation.
• Using Light reduces battery time.
• Provide adequate ventilation if using
Light in a hot environment for a long time.
• Set LIGHT to OFF when not in use.
• When replacing the bulb, see page 94.
Built-in Light
Note
Before you begin
• Connect the Palmcorder to a power
source. (pp. 14, 15)
• Set POWER to C MER or M-C RD.
1LIGHT
DV202_402PN.p 5-10.p65 02/02/13, 17:519
10
B
Replace battery with Panasonic P RT NO. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another battery may
present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep away from
children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in a fire.
1While pressing the tab in the direction of the arrow (A)
with your fingernail, pull out the Battery Tray (B).
2Insert the battery into the Battery Tray with the + mark
facing up.
Do not reverse the polarity.
3Insert the Battery Tray.
+
Replace the Battery
A
Before Using
You can control any two Panasonic
Palmcorders with one Remote control. In
order for the remote to distinguish between
the two units, it is necessary to set one of
the Palmcorders to VCR 2. On the remote,
press VCR 1 or VCR 2 to control the
desired Palmcorder.
For VCR 2 :
Press these
buttons at the
same time.
For VCR 1 :
Press these
buttons at the
same time.
Remote Controlling Two
Palmcorders
Note
1Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA.
• The POWER Lamp lights red.
• Be sure POWER is fully turned to
VCR or C MER position.
2Press MENU to display the VCR or
C MER mode menu screen.
3Rotate JOG EY to select SET-UP in
the C MER mode menu screen or
PLAY MODE in the VCR mode menu
screen, then press JOG EY to
display the C MER SET-UP or VCR
PL Y MODE menu screen.
4Rotate JOG EY to select REMOTE ,
and then press JOG KEY to select
VCR 2 (Menu OSD: pp. 102, 103).
Leave the other Palmcorder set to
VCR1.
5Set the Remote Control to VCR 1 or
VCR 2 to correspond with the
Palmcorder you wish to control. (See
above left.)
• When the Palmcorder and remote are
not set to the same mode (VCR1 or
VCR2), “CHECK REMOTE MODE
(REMOTE)” will appear.
• fter replacing the Remote Control
Battery, the remote will default to VCR 1.
DV202_402PN.p 5-10.p65 02/02/13, 17:5110