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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Model No. NV-VZ14B NV-VZ15B NV-RZ15B LCD Monitor Remote Controller Operating Instructions NV-VZ14B Before use, please read these instructions completely. VHS-C Movie Camera NV-VZ15B NV-RZ15B LYT0919-001A VQT9485... -
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Customer Care Centre on 08705 357357 Mon–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm. ≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. ≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥All enquires transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. ≥It couldn’t be simpler! Advanced Operations Recording with Special Effects (Digital Effects) . -
Page 4: Controls And Functions
Controls and Functions For more details, see the pages indicated in brackets. CAMERA V C R WINDOW CHARGE 4, 5 ,6 1 Camera Mode Lamp [CAMERA] (p. 20) 2 VCR Mode/Charging Lamp [VCR/CHARGE] (p. 6, 26) 3 0-Lux Recording Switch [0 LUX OFF/ON] (p. - Page 5 33 34 30 27 Audio Output Socket [A] (p. 30, 62) 28 Video Output Socket [V] (p. 30, 62) 29 DC Input Socket [DC IN] (p. 6) 30 Recording Start/Stop Buttons (p. 21) Use either of these buttons depending on the recording angle.
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Page 6: The 2 Types Of Power Supply
Title The 2 Types of Power Supply 1) AC Adaptor (supplied) to supply power from an AC mains socket 2) Battery (supplied) Supplying Power from an AC Mains Socket Supplying Power with the Battery Charge the Battery before using it. Charging Lamp [CHARGE] Flashing: During charging Flashing with [CAMERA] Lamp: When error occurs... - Page 7 ∫ Charging Time and Maximum Time for Continuous Recording CGR-V14 (supplied) 2 h 55 min. (2 h 5 min.) CGR-V14S CGR-V26S 5 h 25 min. (4 h 5 min.) CGR-V53S 10 h 50 min. (8 h.) (The times shown in the above chart are approximations. The figures in parentheses show the recording time when using the LCD Monitor.) The times listed above for your information indicate the duration of recording performed at an ambient temperature of 25°C and 60% relative humidity.
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Page 8: Using The Viewfinder
Eyepiece Corrector Lever Title Using the Viewfinder Before using the Viewfinder, adjust it to your eyesight so that the indications in the Viewfinder are clear and easy to read. Before adjusting the Viewfinder, make sure that the LCD Monitor is completely closed. (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only) Never aim the Movie Camera with its Viewfinder or Lens directly at the sun;... - Page 9 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Lever. 0:00.00 0:00.00 Adjusting the Angle of the LCD Monitor The LCD Monitor rotates upward a maximum of 180x and downward a maximum of 90x from its normal vertical position. Trying to forcefully rotate it beyond this range could seriously damage the Movie Camera.
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Page 10: Using The Menu Screen
Title Using the Menu Screen This Movie Camera displays the settings of various functions in Menus to make it easy to select the desired functions and settings. INFO- CAMERA V C R WINDOW CHARGE MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET Press the [MENU] Button. - Page 11 1 Camera Mode Main-Menu CAMERA FUNCTIONS 1.CAMERA SETUP 2.DIGITAL EFFECT 3.FADE SETUP 4.TITLE SETUP 5.DATE/TIME SETUP 6.DISPLAY SETUP 7.LCD/EVF SETUP 8.OTHER FUNCTIONS PRESS MENU TO EXIT Press the [SET] Turn the [34] Dial to Button to display select the item to be the selected Sub- set.
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Page 12: Menu Functions
Menu Functions Camera Mode Menu 1`8 [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu CAMERA SETUP MOTION SENSOR DIGITAL ZOOM SHUTTER EFFECT RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT [FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu FADE SETUP DIGITAL FADE OFF FADE IN FADE OUT FADE COLOUR BLACK RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT The illustrations of the menus are for explanation purposes only and the actual menus may be somewhat different. - Page 13 [DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu DATE/TIME SETUP YEAR MONTH DATE HOUR MIN. PRESS MENU TO RETURN [LCD/EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu LCD/EVF SETUP LCD BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+] LCD COLOUR [-]|||||------[+] EVF BRIGHTNESS [-]|||||------[+] PRESS MENU TO RETURN [DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu Tape Length [TAPE2] (p. 19) Counter Display Mode [DISPLAY] (p.
- Page 14 Menu Functions (Cont.) VCR Mode Menu 1`7 [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu DIGITAL EFFECT EFFECT DIGITAL EFFECT SEPIA MOSAIC SOLARI STRETCH RED FILTER RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT [TITLE SETUP] Sub-Menu TITLE SETUP DATE/TITLE DATE TIME+SECONDS TITLE LANGUAGE FOR TITLE SIZE COLOUR RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS]...
- Page 15 [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu DISPLAY SETUP TAPE DISPLAY COUNTER RESET ---- RETURN ---- PRESS MENU TO EXIT [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu OTHER FUNCTIONS AUDIO DUBBING ---- ON INSERT ---- ON RETURN ---- YES PRESS MENU TO EXIT [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu (p. 19, 60) All items on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub- Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.
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Page 16: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time If you select the [DATE/TIME SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu, the menu shown below appears. MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET Set the correct date and time before recording. For example: To set the clock to 15th October 2002, 14:30. -
Page 17: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Adjusting the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder (LCD Monitor adjustment is only for NV-VZ14/VZ15.) If you select the [LCD/EVF SETUP] or [EVF SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] or the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu, the following items are displayed. MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS] To adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. -
Page 18: Inserting/Ejecting The Cassette
Title Inserting/Ejecting the Cassette If the AC Adaptor or Battery is used to supply power, it is possible to insert or eject the cassette without turning on the Movie Camera. Preventing Accidental Erasure of Recordings ≥Recording on a previously recorded cassette erases the existing scenes and sound. -
Page 19: Selecting The Correct Tape Length
∫ Selecting the Correct Tape Length To ensure that the Remaining Tape Time Indication displayed during recording and playback is correct, you need to set the tape length that matches that of the inserted cassette. Camera Mode DISPLAY SETUP TAPE DISPLAY COUNTER RESET SELF SHOOT... -
Page 20: Recording (Filming)
Title Recording (Filming) When the [AUTO] Indication appears, you can simply turn on the Movie Camera and press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording, and the focus and white balance are adjusted automatically. ≥If the [AUTO] Indication does not appear in the Viewfinder or on the LCD Monitor, press the [PROG. - Page 21 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. Recording starts and the [%] Indication and the [REC] Indication appear. ([REC] means Recording.) CAMERA To finish recording: Set the [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch to [OFF]. CAMERA ≥If you leave the Movie Camera in the Recording Pause Mode for more than 6 minutes, it automatically switches off to protect the tape and to conserve battery power.
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Page 22: Checking If The Picture Is Recorded (Recording Check)
Title Checking If the Picture Is Recorded (Recording Check) To play back the final few seconds of the last recorded scene in the Recording Pause Mode. Viewing Recorded Scenes During Recording Pause (Camera Search) You can view recorded scenes when the Movie Camera is in the Recording Pause Mode. - Page 23 Press the Recording Starting to Record from Start/Stop Button to the Desired Position: Release the pressed start recording. Search Button. The Movie Camera The Movie Camera is in starts recording a new the Recording Pause scene with smooth Mode. scene-to- scene s SEARCH SEARCH r...
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Page 24: Enlarging Your Subject Or Widening The Recording Angle (Zooming In/Out)
TITLE SETUP DATE/TITLE DATE TIME TITLE HOLIDAY LANGUAGE FOR TITLE ENGLISH SIZE NORMAL COLOUR WHITE RETURN ---- PRESS MENU TO EXIT Title Enlarging Your Subject or Widening the Recording Angle (Zooming In/Out) Recording close-ups of your subjects and recording wide-angle shots adds special effects to your videos. Zooming In Recording with the Time and/or Date Superimposed in the Picture... - Page 25 ∫ The Date/Time/Title Indication 14:30 15.10.2002 [DATE TIME] Date and Time (h/m) HOLIDAY 15.10.2002 [DATE TITLE] Date and Title ≥The indications change in the order Press the [MENU] Press the Recording Button to exit the Menu. Start/Stop Button to The selected Date/Time/ start recording.
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Page 26: Viewing The Just Recorded Scenes On The Movie Camera (Playback)
CAMERA Title Viewing the Just Recorded Scenes on the Movie Camera (Playback) You can watch playback of the recorded scenes. s SEARCH SEARCH r CAMERA ;W.B ∫ Set the [CAMERA/OFF/ VCR] Switch to [VCR] while pressing the Button The [VCR] Lamp lights. Fast-Forwarding Press the [5] Button in the Stop Mode. - Page 27 Press the [1] Button To stop playback: to start playback. Press the [∫] Button. ≥The [!] Indication ≥Never disconnect the appears. AC Adaptor during ≥When the tape reaches Playback. This could the end, it automatically damage the Movie rewinds to the Camera or the tape.
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Page 28: Eliminating Picture Distortions
Title Eliminating Picture Distortions (Manual Tracking Adjustment) This Movie Camera adjusts the tracking automatically. With certain cassettes, however, the tracking adjustment may not be precise. In this case, adjust the tracking manually. TRACK White noise bars Using the Cue, Review and Still Playback Functions During Normal Playback Perform the following operations with the Movie... - Page 29 Returning to the Auto Tracking Mode Press the [FOCUS/SET] Button for more than 2 seconds during playback. FOCUS / SET Search Lock Function Still Playback For longer Cue or Press the [;] Button Review Playback, press during Normal Playback. the Cue Button [5] or To return to Normal the Review Button [6] Playback, press the [;]...
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Page 30: Play Back On A Tv
Title Play Back on a TV By connecting the Movie Camera to a TV, you can watch playback of the recorded scenes on the TV screen. After Use 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately) To Audio Output Socket. To Video Output Socket. 21-pin Cable (purchase separately) Connect the Audio Output Socket [A] and the Video Output Socket [V] on the... - Page 31 ∫ Cleaning the Viewfinder If dust has entered the Viewfinder… Push the Buttons on both sides of the Viewfinder and remove it in the direction of the arrow. Remove dust with a blower brush (not supplied). If you use a cotton swab or similar to clean the inside of the Viewfinder, use it very carefully to prevent scratching the screen inside the Viewfinder.
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Page 32: Recording With Special Effects (Digital Effects)
CAMERA V C R CHARGE MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET Title Recording with Special Effects (Digital Effects) In addition to the Digital Zoom, this Movie Camera offers you various digital effect modes to make it easy to enhance your scenes in many creative ways. INFO- WINDOW Press the [MENU]... - Page 33 D.ZOOM SOLARI NEGA Turn the [34] Dial to Press the [MENU] select [DIGITAL Button to exit the EFFECT] and then Menu. press the [SET] Button to select the desired digital effect. TRACKING FOCUS / SET Solarisation Mode [SOLARI] The picture has an effect similar to a painting. Stretch Mode [STRETCH] The picture is stretched horizontally while its height remains unchanged.
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Page 34: Using The Digital Zoom Function
Title Using the Digital Zoom Function This function is convenient when you want to enlarge a very distant subject even more than is possible with the normal (optical) zoom which offers a magnification range of 1k–18k. For the Digital Zoom Function, you can choose between up to 45k, up to 100k and up to 700k magnification. - Page 35 CAMERA FUNCTIONS 1.CAMERA SETUP 1.CAMERA SETUP 2.DIGITAL EFFECT 2.DIGITAL EFFECT 3.FADE SETUP 3.FADE SETUP 4.TITLE SETUP 4.TITLE SETUP 5.DATE/TIME SETUP 5.DATE/TIME SETUP 6.DISPLAY SETUP 6.DISPLAY SETUP 7.LCD/EVF SETUP 7.LCD/EVF SETUP 8.OTHER FUNCTIONS 8.OTHER FUNCTIONS PRESS MENU TO EXIT PRESS MENU TO EXIT DIGITAL EFFECT MOTION SENSOR DIGITAL EFFECT...
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Page 36: Using The Fade Functions
CAMERA V C R WINDOW CHARGE MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET Title Using the Fade Functions ∫ Fading In Fading in lets you make the picture (and sound) appear gradually at the beginning of a recording. ∫ Fading Out Fading out lets you make the picture (and sound) disappear gradually at the end of a recording. - Page 37 Normal Fading In/Out The whole picture fades in or fades out gradually. ∫ ∫ ∫ ∫ ∫ Fading In 1 Set [DIGITAL FADE] on the [FADE SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OFF]. (p. 10) With the Movie Camera in the Recording Pause Mode, keep the [FADE] Button pressed.
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Page 38: Interval Recording
MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET Title Interval Recording You can record sequentially at preset time spans. Leaving the Movie Camera aimed at a specific subject, you can record subtle changes over an extended period of time. ≥It is not possible to perform interval recording onto recordings made in the LP Mode. - Page 39 Turn the [34] Dial Press the [SET] Button to select to select the desired [REC TIME]. Recording Time. TRACKING 1/4S (1/4 seconds) (5 seconds) Press the [MENU] Press the Recording Button to exit the Start/Stop Button. Menu. Recording and intervals The [INT.REC] alternate automatically.
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Page 40: Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording
MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET Title Motion-Sensor-Controlled Recording In this mode, recording automatically starts when the built-in Motion Sensor detects some movement in the picture. ≥Select the desired Date/Time/Title Indications before activating the Motion-Sensor Mode. (p. 24) CAMERA SETUP MOTION SENSOR DIGITAL ZOOM RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT... - Page 41 Press the [SET] Button Press the [MENU] to select [ON]. Button to exit the Menu. The [STDBY] Indication appears. FOCUS / SET ≥Approximately 1 second after the Movie Camera’s Motion Sensor has detected movement in the picture, recording automatically starts. Approximately 10 seconds after movement in the picture has stopped, recording automatically stops and the Movie Camera is in the Motion Sensor Function Stand-by Mode.
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Page 42: Recording In Dark Places Without Any Illumination
Title Recording in Dark Places without Any Illumination (0 Lux Night View Function) This function is convenient when you want to record at night in places without any illumination, for example for observing the behaviour of nocturnal animals, etc. In this mode, the Movie Camera emits infrared rays which makes it possible to record subjects that are invisible to the naked eye. - Page 43 Cancelling the 0 Lux Night View Function Set the [0 LUX OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] to make the [0LUX] Indication disappear. O LUX Cancelling the Super Image Stabilizer Function Press the [SIS] Button again. In the Following Recording Conditions, the ∫...
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Page 44: Recording With Automatic White Balance Adjustment
Title Recording with Automatic White Balance Adjustment After pressing the [PROG. AE] Button so that the [AUTO] Indication appears, it is possible to record pictures with natural colours under almost any recording condition. Recording with Manual White Balance Adjustment With this Movie Camera, you can also adjust the white balance manually. - Page 45 Returning to the Auto White Balance Adjustment Mode Keep the [W.B] Button pressed until the [1] Press the [W.B] Button once. Or, press the Indication stops flashing and remains [PROG. AE] Button lit. repeatedly until the [AUTO] Indication appears. ;W.B Remarks, etc.
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Page 46: Recording Yourself (Recording With The Lcd Monitor Facing Forward) (Nv-Vz14/Vz15 Only)
Title Recording Yourself (Recording with the LCD Monitor Facing Forward) (NV-VZ14/VZ15 only) Turning the LCD Monitor so that it faces forward, allows you to aim the Movie Camera and view the picture in the Viewfinder, while the persons in front of the camera can check the picture on the LCD Monitor during recording. -
Page 47: Mirror Mode
∫ Mirror Mode When recording yourself with the LCD Monitor facing forward, the picture shown on it the way it is being recorded may be difficult to get used to. This is because we usually look at ourselves in the mirror, so we see a mirror-image and this feels more natural. -
Page 48: Recording In Special Situations (Programme Ae)
Title Recording in Special Situations (Programme AE) This function lets you select Automatic Exposure settings optimized for special recording situations. PROG. AE Procedure Press the [PROG. AE] Button repeatedly until the indication of the desired mode ([5], [7], [N], [Ω] or [º]) appears. PROG. - Page 49 Cancelling the Selected Programme AE Function Press the [PROG. AE] Button to set to [AUTO]. Remarks, etc. ≥During recording, it is not possible to change the recording mode ([AUTO], [MNL], [5], [7], [4], [Ω], [º]), even if you press the [PROG. AE] Button.
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Page 50: Insert Editing
PAUSE INSERT A.DUB MENU TRACKING FOCUS / SET Title Insert Editing You can record a new scene onto a previously recorded tape, replacing a section of the original recording with minimal picture distortion at the in- and out-points. The original audio remains unchanged. Adding New Sound on a Recorded Cassette You can record a new music or narration onto a... - Page 51 Reset the Tape After displaying the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub- Counter to zero. Menu... (p. 10) (p. 60) Set [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu to [MEMORY]. TRACKING Turn the Movie Camera to the title to be inserted and press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
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Page 52: Remote Controller (Nv-Vz15/Rz15 Only)
Transmitter Window Title Remote Controller (NV-VZ15/RZ15 only) Using the wireless Remote Controller supplied with the Movie Camera allows operating most of the Movie Camera’s major functions from a distance. Inserting the Batteries Insert the supplied batteries before using the Remote Controller. -
Page 53: Stop Button [∫] (P
The Remote Controller lets you take part in the action and control the recording operation from in front of the Movie Camera. ∫ Buttons on the Remote Controller The buttons with the same mark as on the Movie Camera generally have the same function. Zoom Buttons [W/T] (p. -
Page 54: Recording With Pre-Programmed Titles Inserted In The Picture
Title Recording with Pre-programmed Titles Inserted in the Picture You can insert one of 10 pre-programmed titles in recordings of special occasions such as weddings and birthday parties. These titles are available in 8 languages. ≥Be sure to turn the Movie Camera off before removing the Battery or disconnecting the AC Adaptor. - Page 55 CAMERA FUNCTIONS 1.CAMERA SETUP 2.DIGITAL EFFECT 3.FADE SETUP 4.TITLE SETUP 5.DATE/TIME SETUP 6.DISPLAY SETUP 7.LCD/EVF SETUP 8.OTHER FUNCTIONS PRESS MENU TO EXIT Press the [SET] Button Turn the [34] Dial to repeatedly to select the select [COLOUR] desired title. FOCUS / SET Press the [SET] Button Press the [MENU] to select the desired...
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Page 56: Using Various Functions During Playback
VCR FUNCTIONS 1.DIGITAL EFFECT 2. FADE SETUP 3.TITLE SETUP 4.DATE/TIME SETUP 5.DISPLAY SETUP 6.LCD/EVF SETUP 7.OTHER FUNCTIONS PRESS MENU TO EXIT DIGITAL EFFECT EFFECT DIGITAL EFFECT SEPIA MOSAIC SOLARI STRETCH RED FILTER RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT Title Using Various Functions during Playback With this Movie Camera you can add various effects to the recorded picture during playback. - Page 57 During playback, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button to superimpose the desired Date/Time/ Title Indication. To make the superimposed Date/Time/Title Indication disappear, press the [DATE/TITLE] Button again. The Date/Time Indication is generated by the Movie Camera’s built-in clock. DATE/ TITLE Turn the [34] Press the [SET] Dial to select Button to select...
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Page 58: Playback Digital Fade
FADE SETUP DIGITAL FADE ON FADE IN FADE OUT FADE COLOUR BLACK RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT Title Playback Digital Fade There are various Playback Digital Fade Modes available. They are the same as the Digital Fade Modes that can be used for recording (p. 36). The Playback Digital Fade Modes can be used only when the TBC Function is activated. - Page 59 Set [FADE OUT] to Set [FADE COLOUR] the desired Digital to the desired colour. Fade Mode. TRACKING FOCUS / SET Release the [FADE] During playback, Button at the point press the [FADE] where you wish to Button at the point fade in.
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Page 60: Using The Tape Counter Indication
0:09.22 DISPLAY SETUP TAPE DISPLAY COUNTER RESET SELF SHOOT RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT 0:00.00 DISPLAY SETUP TAPE DISPLAY COUNTER RESET RETURN PRESS MENU TO EXIT Title Using the Tape Counter Indication The Tape Counter Indication is convenient for the following 2 purposes: to check the Elapsed Tape Time, and to use the Memory Stop Function. - Page 61 0:00.00 R 0:30 AUTO Turn the [34] Dial to Press the [SET] Button to select [COUNTER select [YES]. RESET]. ≥When recording or playback starts, the elapsed tape time is indicated in hours, minutes and seconds. During playback of parts of the tape on which no recording has been made, this indication does not change.
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Page 62: Copying Onto An Vhs Cassette (Dubbing)
Title Copying onto an VHS Cassette (Dubbing) By connecting the AV Cable (supplied), you can copy the cassette recorded with this Movie Camera onto a VCR. s SEARCH SEARCH r 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately) ;W.B ∫ To Audio Output Socket. To Video Output Socket. - Page 63 VCR: Movie Camera: Insert an unrecorded Press the [1] Button cassette with intact to start playback. erasure prevention tab. As some settings (external input, tape speed, etc.) on the VCR are necessary, please refer to your VCR’s operating instructions. Movie Camera: Press the [∫] Button to stop playback.
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Page 64: Optional Accessories
≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. ≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥All enquires transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. ≥It couldn’t be simpler! Charging Time and Maximum Time for Continuous Recording... -
Page 65: Cautions For Use
Cautions for Use Take care that no water enters the Movie Camera when using it in the rain and snow or on the beach. ≥The Movie Camera and the cassette could become damaged. (It might not be repairable.) ≥If seawater has accidentally splashed on the Movie Camera, moisten a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well and wipe the camera body carefully with it. - Page 66 Cautions for Use (cont.) ∫ Condensation If Condensation Has Formed Inside the Movie Camera, Recording is Not Possible. Symptoms of Condensation If the following symptoms occur, condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera. The Condensation Indication [3] on the LCD Monitor or in the Viewfinder flashes. After this indication flashes for a few seconds, the Movie Camera automatically turns off.
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Page 67: Glossary
∫ Precautions for Storage Before Storing the Movie Camera, Take out the Cassette and Remove the Battery. Store all equipment in a dry place where the temperature remains relatively constant. (Recommended temperature is 15°C–25°C and recommended relative humidity is 40%–60%.) Movie Camera ≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust form entering. - Page 68 Glossary (cont.) ∫ Focus If you look at an object through a magnifying glass and move it closer or further away from your eye, you will reach a point where the object becomes clearly visible. Being focused or in focus means that the subject can be seen with optimum clarity and sharpness.
- Page 69 ∫ White Balance Adjustment While most recording with a Movie Camera is probably done outdoors under sunlight, video recording is also done very often under artificial light sources, both indoors and outdoors. However, each of these light sources gives the subject slightly different colours.
- Page 70 ∫ Demonstration Mode When the Movie Camera is turned on and in the Camera Mode without any cassette inserted, and you leave it for 10 minutes without activating any function, it automatically switches over to the Demonstration Mode which demonstrates its many functions.
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Page 71: Indications
Indications R0:30 D.ZOOM NEGA Remaining Battery Power As the remaining battery power decreases, the indication changes as follows: r>s>t>u>v (When you are using the AC Adaptor, the s Indication may appear, however, this has no meaning in this case.) Remaining Tape Time (p. 19) The remaining tape time is displayed in minutes. - Page 72 Recording Mode (p. 20) AUTO: When the Auto Mode is activated, this indication is displayed. MNL: When the Manual Mode is activated, this indication is displayed. Programme AE Mode (p. 48) The Programme AE Function offers the following settings: Sports Mode Portrait Mode Low Light Mode Ω:...
- Page 73 VOLUME 15 : 30 : 45 15 . 10 . 2002 Warning/Alarm When any of the following indications lights or flashes, confirm the condition of the Movie Camera. Condensation has occurred. (p. 66) The erasure prevention tab of the inserted cassette is broken out. (p.
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Page 74: Specifications
Specifications VHS-C Movie Camera Power Source: Power Consumption: (Battery Operation) Tape Format: Recording/Playback Time: VIDEO Television System: Output Level: AUDIO Output Level/ Impedance: Audio Track: Image Sensor: Lens: Monitor: Viewfinder: Standard Illumination: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Weight: Dimensions: AC Adaptor Power Source: Power Consumption: DC Output:... -
Page 75: Before Requesting Service (Problems&Solutions)
Before Requesting Service (Problems & Solutions) Power Supply The Movie Camera does not turn on. Is the Battery or the AC Adaptor connected correctly? Confirm the connection. (p. 6) The Movie Camera has turned off automatically. If you leave the Movie Camera in the Recording Pause Mode for more than 6 minutes, it automatically switches off to protect the tape and to conserve battery... - Page 76 Cassette The Remaining Tape Time Indication is not correct. Is the tape length of the inserted cassette correctly selected? Select the correct tape length. (p. 19) The Movie Camera and cassettes underwent security X-ray inspection at an airport. Does this affect the cassettes? No, this has no negative influence on the Movie Camera or the cassettes.
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Page 77: Index
Index AC Adaptor (p. 6) AC Mains Lead (p. 6) Automatic White Balance Adjustment (p. 44) Audio Dubbing (p. 50) Backlight (p. 22) Battery Eject Lever (p. 7) Black & White Mode (p. 32) [CAMERA/OFF/VCR] Switch (p. 6, 8, 26, 50, 52) Camera Search (p. - Page 78 Negative Mode (p. 32) Optional Accessories (p. 64) Playing Back on a TV (p. 30) Portrait Mode (p. 48) Programme AE (p. 48) Recording Check (p. 22) Recording Pause Mode (p. 20) Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 21) Rec Speed (p. 13) Remaining Tape Time (p.
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