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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
Digital Video Camcorder
Operating Instructions
PV-DV952
Model No.
Mini
R
LSQT0513B
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Digital Video Camcorder... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Model No.:PV-DV952 Trade Name:Panasonic Responsible party:Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Address:One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Telephone number:1-800-211-PANA (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. -
Page 3: Important Safeguards
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. - Page 4 Important Safeguards 17) Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Before Using Standard Accessories ... 6 Quick Guide... 7 To watch the Playback Picture ... 7 Controls and Components... 8 Remote Controller ... 10 Power Supply ... 12 Charging Time and Available Recording Time... 12 Lens Cap and Grip Belt ... 13 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ... -
Page 6: Before Using
4) Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord (l 13) 5) A/V Cable (l 35, 45) 6) SD Memory Card (l 56) 7) CD-ROM : USB Driver for Panasonic DVC (l 49) G726 Decoder (l 47, 50) ArcSoft Software (l 47, 48) ®... -
Page 7: Quick Guide
CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER OPEN/EJECT PUSH TO CLOSE 5, 6 CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER Quick Guide Charge the Battery. (l 12) ≥Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and AC wall outlet. ≥Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. -
Page 8: Controls And Components
TITLE MULTI/P-IN-P FADE BACKLIGHT STILL PUSH AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK FOCUS W.B. SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH 17) 18) Controls and Components 1) LCD Monitor (l 14, 67) ≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. - Page 9 MPEG4 TAPE CARD VOICE STILL CARD MODE A/V IN/OUT PHONES S-VIDEO IN/OUT D.STILL PICTURE TO PC 26) Viewfinder (l 14, 67) ≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
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Page 10: Remote Controller
START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥ /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM P.B.DIGITAL START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET... -
Page 11: Using The Remote Controller
Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. -
Page 12: Power Supply
CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER CGR-D08A/1B 1 h. 1 h 20 min. (1 h 5 min.) CGR-D16A/1B 2 h. 2 h 35 min. (2 h 10 min.) CGR-D28A/1B 3 h 15 min. 4 h 30 min. (3 h 40 min.) CGR-D53A/1K 5 h 20 min. -
Page 13: Lens Cap And Grip Belt
OPEN/EJECT PUSH TO CLOSE R E C SAVE Lens Cap and Grip Belt To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. Attach the longer loop of the Lens Cap Cord to the Lens Cap. -
Page 14: Turning On/Off The Palmcorder And Selecting Modes
CAMERA CARD P.B. 1, 2 MODE POWER 12:30:45AM 12:30:45AM 12:30:45AM 12:30:45AM OCT 15 2002 OCT 15 2002 OCT 15 2002 OCT 15 2002 PUSH OPEN 180x Turning on/off the Palmcorder and selecting Modes Turn on the power first and then select Modes. ª... -
Page 15: Using The Menu Screen
CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH 2, 3, 4, 5 START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥ /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE... -
Page 16: List Of Menus
Ω º List of Menus The illustrations of the Menus are for explanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus. Camera Mode Main-Menu [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu 1) Auto Exposure Mode [PROG.AE] (l 23) 2) Progressive PhotoShot 3) Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] (l 22) 4) Cinema-like Format Recording [CINEMA] (l 23) 5) Recording Mode [REC MODE] (l 21) - Page 17 VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS] [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu 1) Blank Search [BLANK SEARCH] (l 31) 2) Recording to Card [RECORD TO CARD] (l 37) 3) Index Search Mode [INDEX] (l 32) 4) Audio Selector [AUDIO] (l 35) 5) Audio Output Mode [AUDIO OUT] (l 62) 6) Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN] [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu 7) Digital Effect On/Off [EFFECT] (l 33, 34)
- Page 18 FILE SEARCH DELETE FILE FILE LOCK DPOF SETTING EXIT Card Playback Mode Main-Menu [CARD FUNCTIONS] [DELETE CARD FILE] Sub-Menu 1) Selecting and deleting a File [DELETE FILE BY SELECTION] (l 43) 2) Deleting All Files [DELETE ALL FILES] (l 43) 3) Selecting and Deleting a Title [DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION] (l 43) [CARD EDITING] Sub-Menu 4) Recording to Cassette [RECORD TO TAPE] (l 40)
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Page 19: Setting Date And Time
SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH 1, 2 MENU 1, 3 Setting Date and Time Press the [MENU] Button and rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK-SET] >> [YES]. Rotate and press the [PUSH] Dial to select [YEAR]/[MONTH]/[DAY]/[HOUR]/[MINUTE] and set it to a desired value. -
Page 20: Camera Mode
TAPE CARD CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER PAUSE RECORD 3, 4 REC/PAUSE 3, 4 AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK SEARCH ° ° Recording Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON]. ≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. Slide the [TAPE/CARD] Selector towards [TAPE]. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. ≥Recording starts. -
Page 21: Photoshot Recording On The Dv Cassette
PHOTO SHOT TAPE CARD PHOTO PHOTO PHOTO PHOTO STILL 10tW Z.MIC PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette With this function, you can record still pictures with sound for approximately 7 seconds each on the Cassette. Slide the [TAPE/CARD] Selector to [TAPE]. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording Pause Mode. -
Page 22: Digital Zoom Function
MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH 30tW D.ZOOM 1, 3 OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER PHOTO SHOT MEGA 1, 3 FADE Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1k to 10k magnification. With the digital zooming Function, you can select a magnification of 25k or 120k. -
Page 23: Cinema Function
CINEMA MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH ª BACKLIGHT AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH Cinema Function This function is for recording in a cinema-like wide screen. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON]. ≥Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen. To Cancel the Cinema Mode Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>... -
Page 24: Manual Focus Adjustment
FOCUS AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 2, 3 PUSH 1/100 Manual Focus Adjustment Focus can be adjusted manually for recording in a situation where auto focus may not function well. Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication Press the [FOCUS] Button. -
Page 25: Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number)
AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK 2, 3 SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH 1/60 F3.4 AUTO MANUAL AE LOCK LOCK 1/60 F3.4 Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark. Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication appears. -
Page 26: Recording In Natural Colors
W.B. 2, 3 10 000K 9 000K 8 000K 7 000K 6 000K 5 000K 4 000K 3 000K 2 000K 1 000K Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance) Depending on the scene or light conditions, the Automatic White Balance AUTO MANUAL Adjustment Mode may not be able to bring out natural colors. -
Page 27: Using The Video Flash
MENU PUSH SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH STILL PHOTO SHOT £ ß Using the Video Flash The Built-in Video Flash enables you to record still pictures in a dark place. Press the [PUSH] Button to open the Video Flash. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP]>> [FLASH] >>... -
Page 28: Digital Effect Functions
1) MULTI 2) P-IN-P 3) WIPE 4) MIX 5) STROBE 6) MAGICPIX 7) TRAIL 8) MOSAIC 9) MIRROR 10) NEGA 11) SEPIA 12) MONO 13) SOLARI MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH 2, 3, 4 WIPE WIPE WIPE Digital Effect Functions This Palmcorder is equipped with digital effect functions that add special effects to the scene. -
Page 29: Multi-Picture Mode
MENU 1, 2 SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 1, 2 PUSH MULTI/P-IN-P PHOTO SHOT MENU 1, 2 SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH MULTI/P-IN-P PHOTO SHOT ª Multi-Picture Mode Strobe Multi-Picture Mode You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures. Manual Multi-Picture Mode You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures. After setting [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>... -
Page 30: Vcr Mode
CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH Playing Back The recorded scene can be played back immediately after recording. Slide the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Palmcorder in the VCR Mode. ≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up. Push the Operation Lever towards [6] to rewind the tape. ≥Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback. -
Page 31: Slow Motion Playback
START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥ /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM P.B.DIGITAL SEARC SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME... -
Page 32: Index Search Functions
MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥ /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM P.B.DIGITAL INDEX Index Search Functions To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Palmcorder automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following. -
Page 33: Playback Zoom Function
START/ PHOTO DATE/ STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥ /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM P.B.DIGITAL ZOOM 5t START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT... -
Page 34: Playing Back With Multi-Picture Mode
MENU 1, 2 SHUTTER/IRIS/ VOL/JOG PUSH MULTI/P-IN-P START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ P-IN-P ¥ A.DUB /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM P.B.DIGITAL ª... -
Page 35: Playing Back On Your Tv
MENU 1, 2 SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 1, 2 PUSH START/ PHOTO DATE/ STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥ /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV 3, 5 INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM... -
Page 36: Special Features
OPEN PHOTO SHOT TAPE CARD MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE MENU 3, 4 SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 3, 4 PUSH PICTURE Special Features Using a Memory Card A Card can be used to record files or play back files. ≥Use genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard only. ª... - Page 37 PHOTO SHOT TAPE CARD MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE 3, , MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 3, , PUSH PICTURE MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH ª Card PhotoShot (continued) Recording from a Cassette (VCR Mode) Slide the [TAPE/CARD] Selector to [CARD]. Slide the [STILL/MPEG4/VOICE] Selector to [STILL]. Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >>...
- Page 38 TAPE CARD 1, , 1 MPEG4 VOICE STILL 2, , 2 CARD MODE 3, , 3 R:0h20m MPEG4 TAPE CARD MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE R:0h20m VOICE ª Recording the Moving Pictures (MPEG4) You can record moving pictures for e-mailing on a Memory Card. The recorded data can be also played back on Windows Media Player.
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Page 39: Playing Back Files From The Memory Card
2, , 2 MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER 1, , 1 3, , 3 CARD CONTENTS PICTURE MPEG4 VOICE 100-0012 MPEG4 VOICE Playing Back Files from the Memory Card It allows you to play back files recorded on a Card. ≥When you set the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode, the Card Contents are displayed to inform you which kind(s) of data (still picture, moving picture and/or voice data) are recorded on the Card. -
Page 40: Copying Pictures On A Memory Card To A Cassette
MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 3, 4, PUSH MULTI/P-IN-P 2, 4 PICTURE No.25 100-0012 No.3 PHOTO SHOT TAPE CARD MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH ª To Select a Desired File and Play it Back After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode (l 39)... Slide the [STILL/MPEG4/VOICE] Selector to desired type of data. -
Page 41: Slide Show
1, 6, 7, MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 PUSH 1200 1200 M.SLIDE SLIDE SLIDE Slide Show The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show. You can set up a Slide Show or change the content. To Select Pictures to Play Back in Your Slide Show After setting the [STILL/MPEG4/VOICE] Switch to [STILL], set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >>... -
Page 42: Creating A Title
SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 PUSH PHOTO SHOT MPEG4 STILL VOICE CARD MODE 1 2, 4 SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG TITLE MULTI/P-IN-P 3, 4 PUSH PHOTO SHOT TAPE CARD TITLE USR00002.TTL Creating a Title You can create a title and record on a Memory Card. Camera Mode: Slide the [STILL/MPEG4/VOICE] Selector to [STILL] and point the camera at the image you want to use for creating a... -
Page 43: Protecting The Files On A Memory Card From Accidental Erasure (File Lock)
MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 1, 2, PUSH MENU 1, 2, 4, SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH PHOTO SHOT MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE Protecting the Files on a Memory Card from Accidental Erasure (File Lock) Precious files recorded on a Memory Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure. -
Page 44: Formatting A Memory Card
MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 1, 2 PUSH TAPE CARD MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG 2, 3, PUSH 4, 5 Formatting a Memory Card If a Memory Card becomes unreadable by the Palmcorder, formatting it may make it reusable. Formatting will delete all the data recorded on a Memory Card. -
Page 45: Copying Your Dv Cassette To An S-Vhs Or Vhs Cassette (Dubbing)
2, 4, 5 [S-VIDEO IN] [VIDEO IN] A [AUDIO IN] A 1, 3, 6 A/V IN/OUT PHONES S-VIDEO IN/OUT D.STILL PICTURE TO PC [VIDEO OUT] B [S-VIDEO OUT] [AUDIO OUT] B A/V IN/OUT PHONES S-VIDEO IN/OUT D.STILL PICTURE TO PC Copying your DV Cassette to an S-VHS or VHS Cassette (Dubbing) -
Page 46: Using Your Palmcorder With Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing)
1, 3 START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥ /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX ∫ SELECT VAR. P.B. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM P.B.DIGITAL Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing) By connecting this Palmcorder with other digital video equipment (such as... -
Page 47: Using The Software With A Computer
3 3 3 3 4, 5 4, 5 4, 5 4, 5 Using the Software with a Computer An image stored on the DV Cassette can be transferred to your Personal Computer. ª System Requirements for ArcSoft ≥CD-ROM drive (for installation) (for ArcSoft Software) ®... -
Page 48: Arcsoft Software
ArcSoft Software There are 4 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package. Before you begin... Open [Start] >> [Programs] >> [ArcSoft] >> [Panorama Maker 3.0] or [PhotoImpression 3.0] or [PhotoBase 3.0] or [PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro]. Panorama Maker 3.0 (Windows, Mac) ≥Easy-to-use photo-stitching program seamlessly combines multiple photos into a single panoramic picture. -
Page 49: Using The Supplied Usb Connection Kit
VFA0366 LSFT0489 TO PC Using the Supplied USB Connection Kit ª Operating environment USB Driver can be installed in a PC/AT compatible personal computer ® which can run Microsoft Windows XP, Windows ® Windows 2000 Professional. ≥USB Driver ® For Windows ≥IBM PC/AT or compatible ≥Intel Pentium ll Processor: 300 MHz or higher CPU recommended ®... -
Page 50: Using The G726 Decoder
Using the G726 Decoder G726 Decoder allows you to listen to MPEG4 sound with Windows Media Player. Install it from enclosed CD-ROM. In order for the G726 Decoder to be installed, the hard disk must have at least 16 MB of free space. Before proceeding with installation, check out the amount of free space on the hard disk. -
Page 51: Check If Palmcorder Is Correctly Recognized
Double click the icon in task tray. ≥Hardware disconnect dialog appears. Select [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] and click [Stop]. Verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] is selected and click [OK]. Click [OK]. ≥You can safely disconnect the cable. ®... -
Page 52: Verifying And Updating Driver
Select [Start] >> [Settings] >> [Control Panel], double click [System] select device driver tab, verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] and [Panasonic DVC Port Driver] are displayed in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager]. ≥If [DVC] is displayed in [Other devices] of [Device Manager] tab, we recommend updating the driver by following the steps below: ª... - Page 53 (Palmcorder must be connected to computer.) Select [Start] >> [Settings] >> [Control Panel], double click [System] Hardware tab, Device Manager. Verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] and [USB Root Hub] in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager] of [Hardware]. ≥If [USB Mass Storage Device] is shown in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager] tab, we recommend updating the driver as described below to Panasonic DVC USB Driver.
- Page 54 Select [Start] >> [Settings] >> [Control Panel], double click [System], Device Manager tab and verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] is displayed in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager]. ≥If [USB Mass Storage Device] is displayed in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager] tab, we recommend updating the driver by following the steps below.
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Page 55: If You No Longer Need Software Or Driver (Uninstall)
ª Uninstalling ArcSoft Software 1 1 1 1 Select [ArcSoft Software]. ª Uninstalling USB driver Select [USB Driver for Panasonic DVC]. Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the OS. Please refer to the user manual of your OS. (uninstall) Windows XP) -
Page 56: Notes
Notes ≥Do not disconnect USB Connection Cable while the operation light of Palmcorder is on. It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer. Please refer to the user manual of Palmcorder. ≥We recommend using AC adaptor as the power source for the Palmcorder when using USB Connection Kit. -
Page 57: Others
0:00.00 R0:45 INDEX D.ZOOM P-IN-P NEGA Others Indications Various functions and Palmcorder conditions are displayed on the screen. 1) Remaining Battery Power [r] ≥When the battery power becomes low, the indication changes. When the battery is discharged completely, ) Indication flashes. ≥When you are using the AC Adaptor, the [s] Indication may appear, however , this has no meaning in this case. - Page 58 12) Recording Mode ≥AUTO: This appears when Mode Selector Switch is set to [AUTO]. (l 20) ≥MNL: This appears when Mode Selector Switch is set to [MANUAL]. (l 23, 24, 26) ≥ This appears when Mode Selector LOCK Switch is set to [AE LOCK]. (l 23, 24, 26) Optical Image Stabilizer [EIS] (l 22) Audio Dubbing Input Display [MIC/AV IN] (l 35)
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Page 59: Warning/Alarm Indications
ª Changing the Counter Display Mode By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu, you can change the Counter Display Mode to Tape Counter Indication (0:00.00), Memory Counter Indication (M0:00.00), and Time Code Indication (0h00m00s00f). ≥You can also press the [COUNTER] Button of the Remote Controller repeatedly to change the Counter Indication. -
Page 60: Notes & Precautions
Notes & Precautions ª Power-Related Items (l 12) ≥When the Palmcorder is used for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction. ≥If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up, although the Battery is attached, detach the Battery, and reattach it. ª... - Page 61 ª Cinema Function (l 23) ≥Cinema function does not operate during Card Mode. ≥Using the Cinema function does not widen the recording angle. ≥If you play back tape recorded in Cinema Mode on a wide-screen (16:9) format TV, playback size is automatically adjusted to fit the TV screen format.
- Page 62 ª Digital Effect Functions (Camera Mode) (l 28) ≥If you set [EFFECT1] on [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu to [MAGICPIX], you need to adjust the focus manually. However, you cannot adjust the shutter speed and iris and cannot select White Balance. ≥If [EFFECT2] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu is set to [MONO] or [SEPIA], the selected White Balance Mode cannot be changed.
- Page 63 ª Audio Dubbing (l 35) ≥The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed. ≥Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot be dubbed. ≥If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the tape is dubbed, images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back.
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Page 64: Using A Card In A Personal Computer
ª Card Playback ≥If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the screen becomes white and the [NO PICTURE], [NO MPEG4 DATA] or [NO VOICE DATA] Indication appears depending on the mode selected. ≥If you attempt to play back if file recorded in a different format or if file data is defective, the [k] Indication and the [CARD ERROR] Indication could appear as a warning. -
Page 65: Cautions For Use
Cautions for Use ª After Use Take out the Cassette. (l 13) Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF]. Detach the Power Source and retract the Viewfinder. (l 12) To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap. (l 13) ª Tips for using your Palmcorder When you use your Palmcorder on a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters the Palmcorder. -
Page 66: Optimal Use Of The Battery
≥If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the head cleaner, the Palmcorder needs to be cleaned at a service center. Please consult a distributor or Panasonic Service center. ≥Video head cleaners can be purchased from service centers. -
Page 67: Cautions For Storage
ª Cautions for Storage Before storing the Palmcorder, take the Cassette out and detach the Battery. Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature. ≥Recommended Temperature: 59oF to 77oF (15oC to 25 oC), Recommended Humidity: 40% to 60% Palmcorder ≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the Palmcorder. -
Page 68: Explanation Of Terms
Explanation of Terms ª Digital Video System In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape. This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration. In addition, it automatically records data, such as Time Code and date/time, as digital signals. -
Page 69: Specifications
Specifications Digital Palmcorder Information for your safety Power Source: DC 7.2 V/7.8V Power Consumption: (REC mode) Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format) Tape Used: 6.35 mm digital video tape Recording/Playback Time: SP: 80 min.; LP: 120 min. (with DVM80) Video Recording System:... -
Page 70: Palmcorder Accessory System
Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory# PV-DAC11A (For USA) PV-DAC11A-K (For Canada) *CGR-D08A/1B (Replaces *CGR-D120A/1B) *CGR-D16A/1B (Replaces *CGR-D220A/1B) *CGP-D28A/1B *CGR-D53A/1K (Replaces *CGR-D815A/1B) PV-DDC9 (For USA) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) PV-DRC9 (For USA) PV-DRC9-K (For Canada) PV-H150 (USA only) PV-H210 (USA only) RP-SD064BPPA RP-SD032BPPA RP-SD016BPPA BN-SDCAPE/1B (For USA) -
Page 71: Palmcorder Accessory Order Form
[6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accesories. (For USA Customers) Price Each... -
Page 72: Before Requesting Service (Problems And Solutions)
Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) If you are experiencing one of the following problems with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for Problems and Solutions. Problems The Palmcorder power cannot be turned on. The Palmcorder power turned off automatically. - Page 73 Cassette or personal computer. (l 40, 49) There is a possibility of damage to either the Palmcorder or the Card. Please contact Panasonic Call Center.
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Page 74: Request For Service Notice (Usa Only)
(Failure to due so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Camcorder Repair... -
Page 75: Limited Warranty (For Usa Customers)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) -
Page 76: Customer Services Directory
Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”). Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infantería. Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910 Service in Canada: As per sevicenter listed in Canadian warranty information on page 77. -
Page 77: Limited Warranty (For Canadian Customers)
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. -
Page 78: Index
Index ª A AC Adaptor... 12, 65 AE Lock Function ... 25 ArcSoft... 48 Audio Dubbing... 35 Auto Focus ... 68 Auto White Balance Adjustment... 68 ª B Backlight Compensation... 23 Before Requesting Service... 72 Black & White Mode ... 28, 33 Blank Search ... -
Page 79: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido
CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER OPEN/EJECT PUSH TO CLOSE RECORD CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ª Para iniciar Cargue la batería. ≥Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA en el adaptador de CA y en la toma de corriente de CA. - Page 80 MENU SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG PUSH PHOTO SHOT TAPE CARD MPEG4 VOICE STILL CARD MODE ø F 7 1200 CAMERA CARD P.B. MODE POWER 100-0012 ª Para introducir una tarjeta de memoria Antes de introducir una tarjeta de memoria, asegúrese de que esté desactivada la videocámara.
- Page 84 Executive Office: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 Panasonic Company East: 6749 Baymeadow Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 Panasonic Company Central: 1707 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123 Panasonic Company West: 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”)