Quasar Palmcorder VM-D101 User manual
Palmcorder”
Quasar
VHSIN
Camcorder
Operating
Instructions
moden.
VM-D101
Please
read
these
mstructions
carefully
before
atterapting
to
operate
this
product,
Please
save
this
manual.
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para
rápida
consulta
en
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assistance,
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Things
You
Should
Know
Thank
you
for
choosing
Panasonic!
You
have
purchased
one
of
the
most
Date
of
Purchase
sophisticated
and
reliable
products
on
the
market
today.
Used
properly,
it
will
bring
Dealer
Purchased
From
you
years
of
enjoyment.
Please
take
time
Dealer
Address
to
fill
in
the
information
at
the
right.
Dealer
Phone
No.
The
serial
number
is
on
the
tag
located
on
the
rear
side
of
your
Camcorder.
Be
sure
Model
No.
to
retain
this
manual
as
your
convenient
i h
Serial
No.
Camcorder
information
source.
Wreck
vor
Camecreler
|
These
accessories
are
provided
in
order
to
set
up
or
use
your
Camcorder.
1
pc.
AC
Adaptor
1
pc.
Audio/Video
Cable
1
pc.
Battery
Pack
(PV-A19)
with
DC
Power
(LSJA0283/VJAWO032/
(PV-BP15)
(pages
8,
9)
Cable
(page
9)
VJAWOO039)
(pages
18,
19)
Z
Battery
Charging
Confirmation
Marker
1
pc.
VHS
PlayPak
1
pc.
Shoulder
Strap
(PV-P1/VYMWO009)
and
(LSFC0012)
(page
31)
one
"AA"
battery
(page
18)
Dn
ERN
Use
this
marker
as
a
reminder
v
py
Herpes
"m
EM
Te
to
yourself
when
the
battery
is
fully
charged
or
in
need
of
a
1
pc.
CR2025
Clock
charge.
This
marker
performs
Battery
(VSBW0004)
no
function
and
is
for
your
(installed
in
Camcorder)
|
reference
only.
(page
32)
2
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
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You
Should
Know
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TEENS
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WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
HAZARD,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
EQUIPMENT
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
Your
Compact
VHS
Camoorder
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
para
7
have
sufficient
magnitude
to
cause
dr
E
OR
NOT
OPEN
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,
This
symbol
alerts
the
user
that
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
(OR
BACK)
important
literature
concerning
the
NO
USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE
operation
and
maintenance
of
this
unit
[REFER
SERVICING
TO
QUALIFIED
SERVICE
PERSONNEL
-
has
been
included.
Therefore,
it
should
be
read
carefully
in
order
to
avoid
any
problems.
The
above
markings
are
located
on
the
appliance's
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
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.
Read
Instructions
-
All
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
-
All
warnings
on
the
unit
and
in
the
operating
instructions
should
be
adhered
to.
4.
Follow
Instructions
—
All
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.
Attachments
—
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.
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
shoutd
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
loca!
power
company.
For
video
units
intended
to
be
operated
from
battery
power,
or
other
sources,
refer
to
the
operating
instructions.
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
consumerproducts
@
panasonic.com
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
pameng
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.
ELECTRIC
I
EQUIPMENT.
Ebo,
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE
UNIT
(NEC
SECTION
810-20;
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC
SECTION
816-21)
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POWER
SERVICE
GROUNDING
¡ODE
SYSTEM
NEC
-
NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL
CODE
(NEC
ART
259,
PART
H)
14.
Lightning
-
For
added
protection
of
this
video
unit
receiver
during
a
ng
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
b.
If
any
liquid
has
been
spilled
into,
or
should
not
be
located
in
the
vicinity
of
overhead
objects
have
fallen
onto,
the
video
unit.
power
lines
or
other
electric
light
or
power
c.
If
the
video
unit
has
been
exposed
to
rain
circuits,
or
where
it
can
fall
into
such
power
or
water.
lines
or
circuits.
When
installing
an
outside
d.
If
the
video
unit
does
not
operate
normally
to
keep
from
touching
such
power
lines
or
Adjust
only
those
controls
that
are
covered
circuits
as
contact
with
them
might
be
fatal.
_
by
the
operating
instructions,
as
an
improper
16.
Overtoading
-
Do
not
overload
wall
outlets
adjustment
of
other
controls
may
result
in
and
extension
cords
as
this
can
result
in
a
damage
and
will
often
require
extensive
risk
of
fire
or
electric
shock.
work
by
a
qualified
technician
to
restore
the
17.
Objects
and
Liquids
—
Never
push
objects
video
unit
to
its
normal
operation.
of
any
kind
into this
video
unit
through
e.
If
the
video
unit
has
been
dropped
or
the
openings
as
they
may
touch
dangerous
cabinet
has
been
damaged.
voltage
points
or
short
out
parts
that
could
f.
When
the
video
unit
exhibits
a
distinct
result
in
a
fire
or
electric
shock.
Never
spill
change
in
performance
—
this
indicates
a
liquid
of
any
kind
onto
the
video
unit.
need
for
service.
18.
Servicing
-
Do
not
attempt
to
service
this
20.
Replacement
Parts
—
When
replacement
video
unit
yourself
as
opening
or
removing
parts
are
required,
be
sure
the
service
covers
may
expose
you
to
dangerous
voltage
technician
has
used
replacement
parts
or
other
hazards.
Refer
all
servicing
to
specified
by
the
manufacturer
or
have
the
qualified
service
personnel.
l
same
characteristics
as
the
original
part.
19.
Damage
Requiring
Service
—
Unplug
this
Unauthorized
substitutions
may
result
in
fire,
video
unit
from
the
wall
outlet
and
refer
electric
shock
or
other
hazards.
the
following
conditions:
l
service
or
repairs
to
this
video
unit,
ask
the
a.
When
the
power-supply
cord
or
plug
is
service
technician
to
perform
safety
checks
damaged.
to
determine
that
the
video
unit
is
in
safe
operating
order.
Precautions
USE
&
LOCATION
*
TO
AVOID
SHOCK
HAZARD
...
Your
Camcorder
and
power
supply
should
not
be
exposed
to
rain
or
moisture.
Do
not
connect
the
power
supply
or
operate
your
Camcorder
if
it
gets
wet.
Your
Camcorder
has
been
designed
for
outdoor
use,
however
it
is
not
designed
to
sustain
direct
exposure
to
water,
rain,
sleet,
snow,
sand,
dust,
or
a
direct
splashing
from
a
pool
or
even
a
cup
of
coffee.
This
action
could
permanently
damage
the
intemal
parts
of
your
Camcorder.
Do
not
attempt
to
disassemble
this
unit.
There
are
no
user
serviceable
parts
inside.
Unplug
your
Camcorder
from
the
power
supply
before
cleaning.
DO
NOT
AIM.
YOUR
CAMCORDER
AT
THE
SUN
OR
OTHER
BRIGHT
OBJECTS.
DO
NOT
LEAVE
THE
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
coutd
permanently
damage
the
interna!
parts
of
your
Camcorder.
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
...
Do
not
use
strong
or
abrasive
detergents
when
cleaning
your
Camcorder
body.
*
TO
PROTECT
THE
LENS
...
Do
not
touch
the
surface
of
the
lens
with
your
hand.
Use
a
commercial
camcorder
lens
solution
and
lens
paper
when
cleaning
the
lens.
Improper
cleaning
can
scratch
the
lens
coating.
*
TO
PROTECT
THE
FINISH
OF
YOUR
CAMCORDER
...
Before
handling
your
Camcorder,
make
sure
your
hands
and
face
are
free
from
any
chemical
products,
such
as
suntan
lotion,
as
it
may
damage
the
finish.
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assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
consumerproducts
@
panasonic.com
Quick
Operation
Guide
Charge
Battery
Pack
fully
before
operation
(page
8).
1
Attach
fully
charged
Battery
(page
8).
Plug
in
AC
Adaptor.
2
Slide
TAPE
EJECT
to
open
door.
3
Insert
cassette
(page
10).
2
Insert
Battery.
CHARGE
Lamp
flashes,
then
stays
lit
4
Press
here
to
close
when
charging
is
complete.
door.
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Racerchng
See
page
14.
1
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
2
Press
RECORD/PAUSE
to
start
recording.
Press
RECORD/PAUSE
again
to
pause
recording.
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See
page
17.
GS
1
Set
POWER
to
VCR.
2
Press
REWIND/SEARCH
to
rewind
tape.
3
Press
PLAY
to
start
playback.
4
Press
STOP
to
stop
playback.
Supplying
Power
1
Plug
in
AC
Adaptor
Charge
Battery
Pack
fully
before
use.
POWER
Lamp
lights.
2
3
Insert
Battery.
Q
Align
lett
side
of
Battery
with
left
edge
of
AC
Adaptor.
(O)
Press
Battery
down
and
slide
in
direction
of
arrow.
The
CHARGE
Lamp
flashes,
then
stays
lit
when
charging
is
complete.
3
Remove
Battery
Slide
Battery
to
the
left
and
lift
off.
Note:
*
Charging
takes
about
1
hour.
*
While
the
DC
Power
Cable
(supplied)
is
connected
to
the
AC
Adaptor,
the
Battery
cannot
be
charged.
*
After
charging
5
times,
use
Battery
Refresh
feature
as
explained
below.
`
*
Battery
life
gradually
decreases
after
repeated
use
:
and
recharging.
If
operation
time
becomes
very
(Top
View)
short
even
after
a
sufficient
charge,
discard
Battery
properly
(page
9).
|
Using)
QS
Batiany
Rack
A
fully
charged
Battery
provides
a
maximum
of
about
1
hour
10
minutes
of
continuous
use.
Actual
time
may
vary
due
to
operating
conditions.
CHARGE
Lamp
A
Attach
Battery.
©
Insert
top
of
Battery
into
top
of
mounting
-
surface.
BATTERY
(9
Press
and
snap
into
place.
PACK
Battery.
IB
EEN
Refresh
To
use
battery
refresh,
insert
Battery
on
AC
Adaptor
(see
steps
1-2
above),
then
press
This
feature
completely
discharges
BATTERY
REFRESH.
Battery
before
recharging
begins.
Use The
REFRESH
Lamp
lights,
then
goes
out
when
after
every
5
charges
for
optimum
discharae
i :
:
ge
is
complete.
Battery
charging
will
then
Battery
performance.
start
automatically.
If
BATTERY
REFRESH
is
pressed
by
mistake,
remove
Battery
from
AC
Adaptor
and
reinsert
it
for
normal
charging.
Note:
*
Charging
takes
about
5
hours
when
Battery
Refresh
is
used.
REFRESH
Lamp
BATTERY
REFRESH
*
Battery
will
not
operate
in
extremely
high
temperatures.
8
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
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panasonic.com
Supplying
Power
EEE
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|
Caution:
To
avoid
Battery
damage:
*
Charge
only
with
specified
charger.
*
Do
not
drop
or
jar
Battery.
*
Battery
can
be
charged
within
a
temperature
range
of
*
Use
Battery
with
specified
units
only.
10
°C
(50
°F)
and
35
°C
(95
°F).
*
|f
Battery
is
used
in
extremely
high
*
Battery
is
normally
warm
after
charging
or
just
after
use.
temperatures,
a
safety
device
will
*
Do
not
use
an
insufficiently
charged
or
worn-out
Battery.
automatically
prevent
operation.
Safety
precautions:
'
To
prolong
Battery
life:
*
Do
not
get
Battery
near,
or
dispose
of
in
fire.
*
While
not
in
use,
remove
Battery
*
Do
not
directly
connect
(short
circuit)
the
positive
(4)
and
from
the
Camcorder
and
AC
Adaptor
negative
(—)
terminals.
and
store
in
a
cool,
dark,
dry
place.
*
Never
attempt
to
disassemble
or
reassemble
Battery.
*
Keep
Battery
terminals
clean.
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
illegai
to
dispose
of
this
battery
into
your
municipal
waste
stream.
Please
call
1-800-8-BAT
TERY
for
information
on
how
to
recycle
this
battery.
|
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ACE
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Car
Estany
Card
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|
DC
Power
Cable
Cigarette
Lighter
POWER
Lamp
Socket
(12
V)
VCR
DC
OUT
Connector
Car
Battery
Cord
Cigarette
(optional)
Lighter
Plug
Connect
AC
Adaptor
VCR
DC
OUT
to
Camcorder
DC
IN
with
supplied
DC
Power
Cable.
1
Connect
PV-C16
Car
Battery
Cord
(optional)
to
Camcorder
DC
IN.
Plug
in
AC
Adaptor.
POWER
Lamp
lights.
Start
engine
first.
Plug
Car
Battery
Cord
into
Cigarette
lighter
socket.
*
If
Car
Battery
cord
fuse
needs
replacing,
use
exact
current
rating
(in
amps).
Note:
*
This cord
only
works
in
vehicles
equipped
with
DC
12
V
(negative
ground)
battery.
Check
with
your
car/
truck
dealer.
Use
only
specified
car
battery
cord.
O
*
To
avoid
blowing
the
car
battery
cord
D
fuse,
do
step
2
in
the
proper
order.
Bt
Running
vehicles
must
be
well
ventilated.
a”
When
not
in
use,
disconnect
cigarette
g
lighter
plug.
Note:
*
While
the
DC
Power
Cable
(supplied)
is
connected
to
the
AC
Adaptor,
the
Battery
cannot
be
charged.
*
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
110/120/220/240
V
AC.
An
AC
plug
adaptor
may
be
required
for
voltages
other
than
120
V
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.
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Cassette
Information
Cossío
Insanioniamovel
1
Turn
Tape
Wheel
in
direction
of
arrow
until
there
is
no
slack.
i
2
Attach
Battery
(page
8).
3
Slide
TAPE
EJECT
to
open
door.
4
Insert
cassette
as
shown.
5
Press
here
to
close
door.
*
To
remove
the
cassette,
slide
the
TAPE
EJECT
switch.
RCo
PA
YE
Use
tapes
with
the
VHS[@
mark
in
this
unit.
Tape
Speed
Selector
Position
|
TC-20 TC-30
TC-40
SP
"e
SLP
1
hour
(Super
Long
Play)
30
minutes
Protects
tapes
from
being
accidentally
1
erased.
To
prevent
accidental
erasing,
p
break
off
tab
with
screwdriver.
e.
(Or,
slide
tab
open.)
2
2
To
record
again,
cover
hole
with
adhesive
tape.
Slide
tab
type
(Or,
slide
tab
closed.)
1
0
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
consumerproducts
@
panasonic.com
Using
MENU
Mode
Before
you
begin...
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
*
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA
or
VCR.
1
Press
MENU
for
MENU
mode.
The
CAMERA
or
VCR
MENU
screen
(see
below
left)
appears
when
Menu
mode
is
entered.
2
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
highlight
the
desired
menu
item.
3
Press
DISPLAY
to
set
selection.
4
Press
MENU
to
exit.
Note:
*
The
Menu
mode
is
canceled
if
UP/DOWN(A/Y),
DISPLAY,
or
MENU
are
not
pressed
within
5
minutes.
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MENU
Mode
(CAMERA)
Screen
1
PROGRAMMED
REC
(page
16).
1
---
MENU
---
PAGE
1/2
]
Camcorder
starts
and
stops
recording
at
a
2
TITLE
A
MED
AUTOMANUAL
preset
time.
3
SHUTTER
—
;
AUTO
4
STAND-BY
RELEASE
;
OFF
2
TITLE
(pages
27,
28).
v
AUTO/MANUAL
:
16
items
5
sr
|
PUSH
DISPLAY
ey
PHRASE
:
10
items
0
sind
B
tonc
od
edd
4)
3
SHUTTER
(page
22).
Select
desired
shutter
speed.
4
STAND-BY
RELEASE
(page
15).
ON:
Enables
quick
resumption
of
recording
from
Stand-by
mode.
5
CLOCK
SET
(pages
12,
13).
Select
to
set
clock.
6
DISPLAY
(page
29).
ON:
On-screen
Display
(OSD)
screens
are
displayed.
7
SECURITY
(page
26).
ON:
Enables
Motion
Security
recording.
8
VIDEO
EFFECTS
(pages
23,
24).
AUTO
FADE
:
BLACK
or
WHITE
SELECT:
PUSH
v/A
KEY
DIGITAL
FADE:
TYPE
—
7
types
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
END
:
PUSH
MENU
KEY
COLOR
23
8
colors
aon
O)
SELECT
:
PUSH
W/a
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
END
:
PUSH
MENU
KEY
11
Setting
the
Clock
Set
the
following
items
in
order:
Time
Before
you
begin...
Zone,
Daylight
Saving
Time,
Date,
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
and
Time.
*
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA
or
VCR.
1
Press
MENU
for
MENU
mode.
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
CLOCK
Sla.
CLOCK
SET
DISPLAY
STAND-BY
¥
SELECT:
PUSH
Wa
SET
:
PU
KEY
SELECT:
PUSH
V/A
KEY
SH
DISPLAY
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
ENO
MENU
KEY
END;
PUSH
MENU
KEY
[CAMERA
MODE]
[VCR
MODE]
2
Press
DISPLAY
for
Vibe
caeci
CLOCK
SET
menu.
ae
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
|?"
to
select
TIME
ZONE,
SELECT:
PUSH
vA
EY
DST,
or
DATE/TIME.
END
—
:
PUSH
MENU
KEY
3
Press
DISPLAY
for
menu
of
item
selected
in
step
2.
To
change
the
setting:
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II
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Go
to
step
3a
on
page13.
3
Go
to
step
3b
on
page13.
3
Go
to
step
3c
on
page13.
4
Press
MENU
twice
to
exit.
1
2
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
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Setting
the
Clock
3a
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the
Tio
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The
Camcorder
is
preset
to
Eastern
time.
[
Time
cone
chart
]
:
B:00
3
9:00
10:00:
11:00:
12:00!
1:00
12:00
3
D
eie
Exp
D
Gama
Ta
Clock
will
auto-adjust
to
daylight
saving
time
(DST).
DST:
AUTO
Spring
(First
Sunday
in
April)
:
ahead
one
hour.
1:00
a.m.
2:00
a.m.
Normal
Time
-
Daylight
Saving
:
Time
Autumn
(Last
Sunday
in
October)
:
back
one
hour.
Daylight
Saving
Time
Normal
Time
$————.——»
3:00
a.m.
4:00
a.m.
1:00
a.m.
2:00
a.m.
°
o
1:00
a.m.
2:00
a.m.
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Gain
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Ue
_
Date
and
time
including
leap
year
are
calculated
up
to
DEC
31,
2099.
EXAMPLE
:
DISPLAY
[^
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DATE/TIME
SETTING
-
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PUSH
V/a
KEY
SELECT:
PUSH
'Y/A
KEY
;
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
Pa
-
DATE/TIME
SETTING
- -
-
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00:
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1200
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JAN
3
2001
SELECT:
PUSH
Y/A
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
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TIME ZONE
-
--
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
local
time
zone.
CENTRAL
HAWAI)
Press
DISPLAY
to
confirm
entry.
PACIFIC
ALASKA
SELECT:
PUSH
F/A
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
*
When
traveling,
repeat
this
operation
and
select
one
of
the
8
listed
time
zones
to
set
the
clock
to
local
time.
Note
:
*
Clock
may
lose
or
gain
up
to
2
minutes
per
month.
e
When
traveling
outside
the
listed
time
zones,
set
clock
to
local
time
manually.
*
To
adjust
or
set
clock,
see
"Setting
Date
and
Time"
bottom
of
page.
The
Camcorder
is
preset
to
DST:
GUAK].
If
DST
is
not
observed
in
your
area,
set
to[sIzdby
doing
the
following.
Press
UP
A
or
-
-DAYLIGHT
SAVING
TIME
-
-
DOWN
Y
to
select
OFF
or
AUTO.
Press
DISPLAY
to
confirm
entry.
SELECT:
PUSH
Wik
KEY
Note:
*
Auto
DST
does
not
function
if
time
zone
is
set
to
Hawaii
or
Samoa
(see
“Setting
the
Time
Zone"
above).
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--
DATE/TIME
SETTING
-
-
-
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PUSH
W/a
KEY
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
Press
or
hold
down
UP
A
or
DOWN
"V
to
select
hour,
then
press
DISPLAY
to
fix.
Repeat
for
minute,
month,
day,
and
year.
Clock
starts
when
year
is
entered
and
DISPLAY
is
pressed.
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Camera
Recording
‘RaCercine
vía
(AP.
View
recording
scene
on
EVF.
VISION
ADJUSTMENT
-
Built-in
Twin
Capsule
2-Way
Microphone
SPEED
EL,
SP/SLP
1
4
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
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e
panasonic.com
Before
you
begin...
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
*
Insert
cassette
with
record
tab
(page
10).
1
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
Lens
Cover
opens.
Power
Lamp
lights.
*
Be
sure
POWER
is
fully
turned
to
CAMERA
position.
*
EVF
turns
on/off
by
the
POWER
switch.
EVF
Indication
(Record/Pause
mode)
2
Look
into
EVF
and
adjust
VISION
ADJUSTMENT
to
your
eyesight.
3
Hold
down
TAPE
SPEED
for
about
1
second
to
change
tape
speed
to
SP/SLP
(page
10).
Tape
speed
4
Press
RECORD/
7
PAUSE
to
start
or
RECORD
pause
recording.
EVF
Indication
(Record
mode)
5
Set
POWER
to
OFF
when
finished.
*
To
remove
the
cassette,
slide
the
TAPE
EJECT
switch
(page
10).
Note:
e
When
Camcorder
is
aimed
at
excessively
bright
objects,
or
bright
lights,
a
vertical
bar
may
appear
in
the
picture.
This
is
normal
for
the
CCD
pick-up.
Try
to
avoid
this
when
possible.
Camera
Recording
Before
you
begin...
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
*
Insert
cassette
with
record
tab
(page
10).
Wemel
sx
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|
For
proper
continuity
when
taping
from
Stop
mode
or
after
attaching
a
new
Battery.
A
Set
POWER
to
VCH.
Bo
Press
REWIND/SEARCH
to
rewind
a
few
seconds
of
tape.
O
Press
PLAY
to
review
recording.
Q
Press
STILL
where
you
want
to
continue
recording.
C
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
D
Press
RECORD/PAUSE
to
resume
recording.
|
SemcHow
Coles
RASA
|
If
left
in
RECORD/PAUSE
mode
for
5
minutes,
Camcorder
switches
to
Stand-
by
mode
to
conserve
battery.
When
set
to
ON,
Stand-by
Quick
Release
lets
you
resume
recording
by
pressing
RECORD/PAUSE
two
times.
Stand-by
Quick
Release
is
set
to
OFF
at
the
factory.
1
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
2
Press
MENU
for
MENU
mode.
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
to
select
STAND-BY
RELEASE
3
Press
DISPLAY
to
select
ON/OFF.
ON
:
From
Stand-by
mode,
press
RECORD/PAUSE
two
times
to
resume
recording.
From
Stand-by
mode,
set
POWER
to
OFF,
then
to
CAMERA.
Press
RECORD
PAUSE
to
record.
TINE
`
AUTO
[STAND-BY
RELEASE]
ise
>
OFF
CLOCK
SET
MOPEICKO)
OFF:
4
Press
MENU
to
exit.
ASV
ime
SEMCHN
—
——
|
For
a
smooth
transition
between
scenes
if
recording
is
stopped,
and
then
started
within
24
hours.
a
Press
RECORD/PAUSE
to
stop
recording.
Set
POWER
to
OFF
and
leave
cassette
in
Camcorder.
C
To
resume
recording,
set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
Press
RECORD/PAUSE
to
resume
recording.
Note:
*
Use
Manual
Easy
Edit
(left)
if
more
than
24
hours
before
recording
is
resumed.
15
T—————áT
Set
a
recording
start
and
stop
time.
Or,
set
a
5
or
10
second
interval
recording
to
be
done
each
minute.
REC
TIME
:
10MIN.
—>
20MIN.
—»
30MIN.
qoem
,
INTERVAL"!
|
TO
TAPE
|
10
SEC/MIN.
5
SEC/MIN.
END
*1
Record
5
seconds
each
minute.
*2
Record
10
seconds
each
minute.
16
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
consumerproducts
€
panasonic.com
Camera
Recording
"(Axes
Tr:
Doa
se)
(Reema
Hr):
Before
you
begin...
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
Use
AC
Adaptor
for
longer
recordings.
*
Insert
cassette
with
record
tab
(page
10).
*
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
---
MENU
---
1
Press
MENU
for
MENU
mode.
Press
UP
A
or
[Sune
`
DOWN
Y
to
select
PROGRAMMED
REC
}
2
Press
DISPLAY.
{Current
time
is
pE
:
10:20PM
displayed.)
xo
Each
additional
press
[3er
^
;
PUSH
DEPAY
Kev
START
:
PUSH
RECORD
KEY
of
DISPLAY
increases
|cance
PUSH
MENU
KEY
start
time
by
30
minutes.
ciiin
3
Press
DOWN
Y
to
select
QHANA.
EA:
MM
Press
DISPLAY
SELECT:
PUSH
'Y/À
KEY
SET
:
PUSH
DISPLAY
KEY
repeatedly
to
select
one
[start
:
PUSH
RECORD
KEY
:
CANCEL:
PUSH
MENU
KEY
of
the
options
shown
at
10:20:00PM
left.
To
cancel
the
setup,
press
MENU
twice.
4
Press
RECORD/PAUSE
STAND-BY
to
place
Camcorder
in
REC
RM:
10MIN.
stand-by
mode.
ordo
AN
12001
Recording
will
be
done
as
scheduled.
Note:
*
Start
time
may
not
be
set
over
24
hours
from
current
time.
*
Camcorder
shuts
off
at
tape
end,
or
12
hours
after
Interval
Recording
starts.
*
To
cancel,
set
POWER
to
OFF.
Playing
Back
Recordings
Before
you
begin...
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
*
insert
recorded
tape.
ENTRO
[WF
1
Set
POWER
to
VCR.
Power
Lamp
lights.
*
|f
tape
has
no
record
tab,
auto
playback
begins.
*
EVF
turns
on/off
by
the
POWER
switch.
CU
et
SD,
o
2
Playback
function
buttons.
GJ
REW
:
Rewind
tape.
(PLAY
:Play
tape.
(9STOP
:Stop
tape.
TECLA)
Control
Speciale
ffects
Quick
Visual
Search
Search
Speed
eSP
(Standard
Play)
:
3
times
normal.
*
SLP
(Super
Long
Play)
:
9
times
normal.
During
playback,
press:
Auto
Trackin
*FF
:fast
forward
search
Continuously
analyzes
each
recording
for
«
REW
:
rewind
search
optimum
picture
quality.
Press
again
or
press
PLAY
for
normal
play.
Some
recordings
require
manual
Press
STILL
to
freeze
picture.
adjustment
to
reduce
noise.
Press
again
for
normal
play.
Press
UP
A
or
DOWN
Y
until
Playback
This
feature
works
best
in
SLP
mode
(page
10).
picture
clears
up.
Note:
Press
DISPLAY
to
return
to
Auto
Tracking.
«During
search,
horizontal
noise
bars
will
appear.
Audio
is
muted.
*To
protect
video
heads
and
tape,
operating
modes
will
revert
as
follows
after
5
minutes:
Still
———>
Stand-by
Stand-by
-+
Power
off
(when
Battery
Pack
is
used).
*Tape
auto-rewinds
if
played
or
fast
forwarded
to
end.
17
Playing
Back
Recordings
"UV
kw
er
Viewing)
|
Before
you
begin...
: ,
*
Make
all
TV-Camcorder
connections.
playback
or
recordings
in
progress.
Connections
1
Set
POWER
to:
VCR
>
view
playback.
CAMERA
-
view
picture
as
it
is
recorded.
2
Turn
TV
ON
and
set
to
LINE
INPUT.
See
TV
owner's
manual.
;
3
Begin
playback
or
recording.
Video
Out
Audio/Video
Cable
j
(Supplied)
CATV
System
Installer
This
reminder
is
provided
to
call
the
CATV
system
installer's
attention
to
Article
820-40
of
the
NEC
in
USA
(and
to
the
Canadian
Electrical
Code
in
Canada)
that
provides
guidelines
for
proper
grounding
and,
in
particular,
specifies
that
the
cable
ground
shall
be
connected
to
the
grounding
system
of
the
building,
as
close
to
the
point
of
cable
entry
as
practical.
VAR
Mena
veias)
PEPE
|
1
2
Remove
Battery
lid
and
insert
AA
Q
Turn
NHSIA
cassette
battery.
Tape
Wheel
in
«
Do
not
reverse
direction
of
arrow
to
polarity.
take
up
any
slack.
*
Replace
battery
e
9
Slide
RELEASE
to
open
cassette
lid.
Insert
the
cassette
with
the
window
up
and
on
the
left,
then
snap
lid
shut.
when
tape
loading/unloading
takes
longer
than
usual.
3
Remove
VHSIM
Cassette
A
Slide
RELEASE
and
wait
for
lidto
`°
Do
not
obstruct
cassette
reel
while
loading.
*
Allow
PlayPak
Load
Detector
to
fully
retract
before
open.
using
in
VHS
VCR.
b
Push
cassette
<A
out
through
hole
in
bottom
of
PlayPak
with
Load
Detector
your
finger.
1
8
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
consumerproducts
panasonic.com
Copying
your
Tapes
(dubbing)
Connections
Source
(Playing)
Camcorder
Cable
(not
supplied)
Out
Recording
VCR
Monter
mila
VASTU?
UY
*
Turn
TV
on
and
tune
to
VCR
channel
(CH3
or
CH4).
*
Set
TV/VCR
Selector
on
VCR
to
VCR.
Before
you
begin...
*
Make
Camcorder-VCR
connections
(see
left).
*
Turn
both
units
on.
:
*
Set
VCR
input
signal
to
LINE.
Please
see
VCR
owner's
manual.
*
Set
Camcorder
POWER
to
VCR.
1
Insert
a
pre-recorded
tape
into
Camcorder
and
a
blank
tape
with
record
tab
into
VCR.
2
Press
PLAY
on
Camcorder,
then
press
STILL
at
starting
point.
3
Press
REC,
then
STILL/PAUSE
on
VCR.
4
Press
STILL
on
Camcorder
and
STILL/
PAUSE
on
VCR
to
start
copying.
5
Press
STOP
on
both
units
to
stop
copying.
Note:
*
Camcorder
will
only
playback
tapes
recorded
in
SP
or
SLP
mode.
*
Dubbing
may
reduce
picture
quality.
CAUTION:
Unauthorized
exchanging
and/or
copying
of
copyrighted
recordings
may
be
copyright
infringement.
19
Four-Speed
Power
Zoom
Zoom
in
(close
up)
and
out
(wide
angle)
in
one
of
four
speeds
ranging
from
slow
(16
seconds)
to
fast
(2
seconds).
Before
you
begin...
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
*
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
Zoom
In
("T")
A
d
Zoom
Out
("W")
*
Zoom
slowly:
Lightly
press
“T”
(telephoto)
or
“W”
(wide
angle)
POWER
ZOOM
button.
*
Zoom
quickly:
Apply
more
pressure
to
the
button.
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Backlight
Use
when
subject
is
darker
than
surroundings,
in
shadowed
area,
or
in
front
of
the
light
source.
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(ARH
=a
(Ole
C2
vo
2018
Press
BACKLIGHT.
20
For
assistance,
please
call
:
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
or
send
e-mail
to
:
Before
you
begin...
*
Connect
Camcorder
to
power
source.
*
Set
POWER
to
CAMERA.
Press
BACKLIGHT
while
recording
to
select
the
level
of
backlight
compensation.
In
normal
lighting,
press
BACKLIGHT
repeatedly
until
no
indicator
is
displayed.
EVF
Indications
debi
(No
Indication)
o
die
ne
O
Second
press
(Medium)
O
Third
press
(High)
Fourth
press
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