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- Page 1 Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. Printed in Japan S1202Y0 @ Digital Video Camera Recorder Model No. AG- Ò NTSC VQT0C34...
- Page 2 IMPORTANT “Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.” CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
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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 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.
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Page 5: Information For Your Safety
Digital Video Head Cleaner. OIf you want to purchase the same Digital Video Head Cleaner, please contact your Panasonic dealer to obtain it from the Panasonic spare parts department (part number VFK1451). OIf the video heads again become clogged with dirt soon after cleaning, this might be caused by damaged tape. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Standard Accessories ......7 Optional Accessories ......7 Controls and Components . -
Page 7: Standard Accessories
Standard Accessories Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Camera Recorder. 1) AC Adaptor, DC Input Lead and AC Mains Lead -12- 2) Battery Pack -12- 3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery -10-, -11- 4) Lens Cap -13- 5) Shoulder Strap -13- 6) Digital Video Head Cleaner -47- Optional Accessories 1) AC Adaptor (AG-B15) -
Page 8: Controls And Components
Controls and Components $ Camera Recorder White Balance Sensor -27- Recording Lamp -20- Remote Control Sensor -11- Lens Lens Hood -49- Lens Hood Attachment knob -49- Focus Ring -29- W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS DIG.E. PIC.E. AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE VOL/JOG SEARCH SEARCH MENU FOCUS FADE STILL... - Page 9 Controls and Components $ Camera Recorder S-Video Input/Output Socket [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] -37-, -39- Video Input/Output Socket [VIDEO IN/OUT] -37-, -39- Audio Input/Output Sockets [AUDIO IN/OUT] -37-, -39- Headphone Socket [PHONES] -44- Cassette Eject Lever [<EJECT] -14- Cassette Holder Cassette Compartment Lock Button [PUSH LOCK] -14- Cassette Compartment Cover -14- CAMERA...
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Page 10: Remote Controller
Controls and Components $ Remote Controller Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Camera Recorder, most of the Camera Recorder functions can be operated from a distance. START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM MULTI/ P-IN-P A.DUB... -
Page 11: The Remote Controller
The Remote Controller $ Inserting a Button-type Battery Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button-type battery. While pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery Holder. Insert the button-type battery with the (+) marking facing upward. Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller. -
Page 12: Power Supply
Power Supply $ Using the AC Adaptor DC IN 7.9V Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor and the AC mains socket. Connect the DC Input Lead to the [DC IN] Socket on the Camera Recorder. Connect the DC Input Lead to the AC Adaptor. OBefore connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Camera Recorder to [OFF] and make sure that... -
Page 13: Charging Time And Available Recording Time
Charging Time and Available Recording Time 3h30min. (2h55min.) Battery supplied 1h45min. (1h30min.) 3h15min. 6h5min. (5h) CGP-D28 3h (2h30min.) Lens Cap and Grip Belt $ Attach the Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. $ Adjust the Grip Belt Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. -
Page 14: Inserting A Cassette
Inserting a Cassette Slide the [<EJECT] Lever to open the Cover. EJECT Insert a Cassette. Close the Cover and press the [PUSH LOCK] Button to lock the cover. LOCK PUSH Turning on the Camera Recorder and Selecting Modes Turn on the power first and then select modes. $ How to Turn on the Power Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON]. -
Page 15: Using The Viewfinder/Lcd Monitor
Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor $ Using the Viewfinder Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. Pull out the Viewfinder and tilt it up. OThe angular part of the Viewfinder can be turned upward by 80°... -
Page 16: Using The Menu Screen
Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Camera Recorder displays various function setups on Menus. Press the [MENU] Button MENU OThe Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the [MODE] Button is displayed. - Page 17 List of Menus [3. DISPLAY SETUP] Display Setup Sub-Menu [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -41- [C.DISPLAY] Counter Display Mode -41- [C.RESET] Counter Reset -52- OIt resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot reset the Time Code. [DISPLAY] Display Mode -41- [LCD MODE] LCD Lighting Mode -15- [LCD/EVF SET]...
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Page 18: Setting Date And Time
Setting Date and Time Since the internal clock of the Camera Recorder has a slight imprecision, make sure to check the time before recording. Set [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS VOL/JOG MENU Press the [PUSH] Dial to select [YEAR]/ [MONTH]/[DAY]/[HOUR]/[MINUTE] and turn to set it to a desired value. -
Page 19: Holding The Camera Recorder For Recording
Holding the Camera Recorder for Recording Normal Recording. OWhen walking while recording, keep both eyes open so that you can see where you are going and what is happening around you. OPlace the Camera Recorder on your right shoulder and hold it firmly with both hands. OHold the Eyecup of the Viewfinder as close as possible to your right eye. -
Page 20: Recording
Recording When recording with the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch set to [AUTO], the Camera Recorder automatically adjust the focus and white balance. In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually. (-27-, -29-) AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON]. -
Page 21: Recording Yourself
Recording $ Recording Yourself By opening the LCD Monitor and rotating it frontward (to the lens side), you can let the subject in front of the Camera Recorder monitor the shot while recording is in progress. OWhen the LCD Monitor is opened, the Viewfinder is disabled automatically. -
Page 22: Photoshot
Photoshot This Camera Recorder can take approximately 7 seconds still pictures containing sound. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button Recording Pause Mode. PHOTO SHOT OThe Camera Recorder records a still picture for about 7 seconds and then switches back to the Recording Pause Mode. -
Page 23: Zoom In/Out Functions
Zoom In/Out Functions It gives special effects to the video by recording objects close by or with wide-angle shot. For wide-angle shots (zoom out): Push the [W/T] Lever (or Sub Zoom Lever towards [W]. For close-ups (zoom in): Push the [W/T] Lever towards [T]. OZoom Magnification Indication is displayed for a few seconds. -
Page 24: Image Stabilizer Function
Image Stabilizer Function If the Camera Recorder might be shaken while recording, the camera shake in the image can be corrected. OIf the Camera Recorder shakes too much, this function may not be able to stabilize images. Press the [DIG.E.] Button until the [AUTO EIS] Indication appears. -
Page 25: Backlight Compensation Function
Backlight Compensation Function This prevents a recording subject from being recorded darker in backlight. (Backlight is the light that shines from behind a recording subject.) Press the [BLC] Button OThe [ ] Indication flashes and then is displayed. OThe entire screen becomes brighter. Wind Noise Reduction Function This function reduces the sound of a wind hitting the microphone when recording. -
Page 26: Recording In Special Situations
Recording in Special Situations (Program AE) You can select optimal automatic exposures under specific recording situations. Repeatedly slide the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch downwards from the [MANUAL] position until a desired mode [ ] or [ ] appears. AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE OThe Indication of the selected Mode appears. -
Page 27: Adjusting White Balance Manually
Adjusting White Balance Manually White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color of light and makes adjustment so that the white color will become pure white. The Camera Recorder determines the hue of light that it receives through the Lens and White Balance Sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. -
Page 28: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment
Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment It is useful for recording fast-moving subjects. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch [MANUAL]. AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE OThe [MNL] Indication appears. Press the [PUSH] Dial until the Shutter Speed Indication appears. W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS VOL/JOG 1/1000 Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark. -
Page 29: Manual Focus Adjustment
Manual Focus Adjustment Focus can be adjusted manually for recording in a situation where auto focus may not function well. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] Switch [MANUAL]. AUTO MANUAL PROG. AE OThe [MNL] Indication appears. Press the [FOCUS] Button OThe [1MF] Indication (Manual Focus Mode) appears. - Page 30 Picture Effect Functions Picture Effects (From [P.EFFECT] Menu) 2) SEPIA 1) NEGA 4) SOLARI 3) MONO 1) Negative Mode [NEGA] OThe colors of the recorded image are inverted as seen in a negative. 2) Sepia Mode [SEPIA] OIt records a scene with a brownish tint, like the color of old pictures.
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Page 31: Adjusting The Microphone Sensitivity Level
Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level You can adjust the microphone sensitivity for recording. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [MIC LEVEL ADJ.] >> [YES]. W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS VOL/JOG MENU OThe [MIC LEVEL SETUP] Menu appears. Press the [PUSH] Dial to select the [MNL (AGC*, NO-AGC)]. -
Page 32: Playing Back
Playing Back The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording. Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON]. CAMERA OFF ON Press the [MODE] Button OThe [VCR] Lamp lights up. CAMERA Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape. SEARCH ORewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback. -
Page 33: Finding A Scene You Want To Play Back
Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back $ Cue/Review Playback SEARCH SEARCH If the [5] Button or [6] Button during Playback, it turns to Cue Playback A or Review Playback B. OIf the Button is held continuously, it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it. -
Page 34: Still Playback/Still Advance Playback
Still Playback/Still Advance Playback This Camera Recorder is capable of still picture playback and frame-advance playback. /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV INDEX STOP INDEX SELECT Press the [1] Button Press the [;] Button OThe playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode. -
Page 35: Index Search Functions
Index Search Functions To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Camera Recorder automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following. Photoshot Index Signal These signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in Photoshot Mode. (-22-) Photoshot Index Signals are not recorded on still pictures recorded in Continuous Photoshot Mode. -
Page 36: Playback Zoom Function
Playback Zoom Function A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback. During playback, press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button on the Remote Controller. SELECT VAR. SEARCH ZOOM STORE MENU OFF/ON ITEM P.B.DIGITAL OThe center of the image is enlarged to approximately 2 times. -
Page 37: Playing Back On Your Tv
Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Camera Recorder with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. OBefore connecting them, turn off the power of both the Camera Recorder and TV. After connecting the Camera Recorder and the TV as illustrated, start playback. -
Page 38: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing You can add music or narration to the recorded Cassette. OIf the tape recorded in the [16bit] Mode is dubbed with the Audio Dubbing function, the original sound is erased. (If you wish to preserve the original sound, use the [12bit] Mode when recording.) OAudio Dubbing cannot be performed on a recording done in LP Mode. -
Page 39: Copying On An S-Vhs (Or A Vhs) Cassette
Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette (Dubbing) After connecting the Camera Recorder and the VCR as illustrated, start the following procedures. [VIDEO OUT] [S-VIDEO OUT] [AUDIO OUT] S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L– –R IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT 1 AV Cable 2 S-Video Cable OBe sure to press the [OSD] Button (-11-) on the Remote Controller prior to copying so that no... -
Page 40: Using The Dv Cable For Recording
Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing) By connecting this Camera Recorder with other digital video equipment that has a DV Input/Output Terminal using a DV Cable VW-CD1E (optional) 1, dubbing can be done in the digital format. Player/Recorder: Insert the Cassette and set to the VCR Mode. -
Page 41: Indications
Indications Various functions and the Camera Recorder status are shown on the screen. :Remaining Battery Power OWhen the battery power becomes low, the Indication changes. When the battery is discharged completely, the ) Indication flashes. R0:45: Remaining Tape Time ORemaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.) CINEMA:... -
Page 42: Warning/Alarm Indications
Warning/Alarm Indications If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the condition of the Camera Recorder. BLANK: Blank Search -34- DEW DETECT, EJECT TAPE: Condensation has occurred. -47- CHECK REC TAB : The accidental erasure prevention slider on the inserted Cassette is open (that is, set to [SAVE]). - Page 43 Notes and Hints $ Progressive Photoshot Function OThe still pictures are recorded at a slightly rewound point from where you press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. OWhen you change to the Still Picture Mode, you will hear a click. This is the sound of the iris closing and not an indication of malfunction.
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Page 44: White Balance
Notes and Hints $ White Balance In the following cases, you cannot change White Balance: OWhen you set the Picture Effect to [GAIN-UP], [SEPIA] or [MONO]. OWhen you set the Zoom to 15a or higher ODuring Digital Still Picture Mode OWhen you display a Menu In the following cases, the [ ] Indication... -
Page 45: Digital Dubbing
Notes and Hints $ Playback Zoom Function OYou cannot adjust the sound volume with the Remote Controller in Playback Zoom Mode. OIf you turn off the Camera Recorder power or if you switch from VCR Mode to Camera Mode, Playback Zoom Mode is automatically cancelled. -
Page 46: Cautions For Use
Cautions for Use $ After Use Take out the Cassette. (-14-) Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF]. Detach the power supply and retract the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor. (-12-, -15-) To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap. $ Cautions for Use When you use your Camera Recorder in a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water... - Page 47 Cautions for Use $ Condensation If the Condensation Indication flashes after the Camera Recorder is turned on, condensation has formed inside the Camera Recorder. In this case, the Camera Recorder power is turned off automatically after about 1 minute. Follow the steps below: Take out the Cassette.
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Page 48: Optimal Use Of The Battery
Cautions for Use $ Optimal Use of the Battery Battery Characteristics This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. - Page 49 Cautions for Use $ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood LCD Monitor OIn a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. OIf your Camera Recorder is extremely cold when you turn its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first.
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Page 50: Before Requesting Repair (Problems And Solutions)
Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) Power 1: The Camera Recorder power cannot be turned OIs the power source connected correctly? (-12-) 2: The Camera Recorder power is turned off automatically. OIf you leave the Camera Recorder in Recording Pause Mode for more than 5 minutes, the power is turned off automatically to protect the tape and to save the Battery power. - Page 51 Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) Playback (Sound) 1: Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the Camera Recorder or the headphones. OIs the volume too low? During playback, keep pressing the [PUSH] Dial until the [VOLUME] Indication appears.
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Page 52: Explanation Of Terms
Explanation of Terms $ 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. -
Page 53: Specifications
Specifications [Digital Video Camera] Information for your safety Power Source: DC 7.2 V (Battery) DC 7.9 V (AC adapter) Power consumption: Recording 3.2 W (When using Viewfinder) 4.0 W (When using LCD Monitor) 6.5 W (Max.) indicates safety information. Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format) Tape Used: 6.35 mm digital video tape... - Page 54 PANASONIC BROADCAST & TELEVISION SYSTEMS COMPANY UNIT COMPANY OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA Executive Office: One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 EASTERN ZONE: One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7621 Southeast Region: 1225 Northbrook Parkway, Ste 1-160, Suwanee, GA 30024 (770) 338-6835...