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Panasonic PV-L751 Operating Instructions Manual

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Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate this product.
Please save this manual.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or
send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

Operating Instructions

Model No.
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PV-L751
LSQT0359A

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate this product. Please save this manual. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Operating Instructions PV-L751 Model No.

  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and other countries. All product/brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Your Compact VHS Camcorder 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.

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    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-...

  • Page 5: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards 15. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Request for Service Notice ... 56 Limited Warranty ... 57~58 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido ... 59 Index ... 60 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Digital Still Camera ... 34 • CompactFlash Card Insertion/Removal ... 34 •...

  • Page 7: Self Demo Mode

    Self Demo mode is on when the screen below appears. To turn it off, follow steps 1-4 below. EVF or LCD Monitor ITS TAPES PLAY ITS TAPES PLAY IN YOUR VCR IN YOUR VCR YES, YES, IT S VHS! IT S VHS! 26 LENS / 300 LENS / 300 D.ZOOM D.ZOOM...

  • Page 8: Quick Operation Guide

    Swing it fully open and adjust the angle (see above). Set POWER to VCR. PHOTO CAMERA For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Insert Cassette Protection Film Note: • Remove the Protection Film before use.

  • Page 9: Using The Battery Pack

    Charging the Battery Pack Charge Battery Pack fully before use. POWER Lamp CHARGE Lamp BATTERY PACK (Top View) Using the Battery Pack A fully charged Battery provides a maximum of about 2 hours of continuous use (LCD monitor off) or about 1.5 hours (LCD monitor on). Actual time may vary due to operating conditions.
  • Page 10 (VJSS0070) in an area which has special AC outlets. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com To avoid Battery damage: • Do not drop or jar Battery. • Use Battery with specified units only.

  • Page 11: Cassette Information

    Cassette Insertion/Removal Record/Playback Time Use tapes with the mark in this unit. Tape Speed Selector Position TC-20 20 minutes (Standard Play) 1 hour (Super Long Play) • SLP playback may contain more picture noise. Erase Protection Tab Protects tapes from being accidentally erased.

  • Page 12: Using Menu Mode

    DI SPLAY KEY SPLAY KEY : PUSH MENU KEY : PUSH MENU KEY For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

  • Page 13: And Time

    Set the following items in order: Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, Date, and Time. FOCUS DOWN DOWN NEAR MENU DISPLAY Setting the Clock Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. Press MENU for MENU mode. Press UP CLOCK SET - - - MENU...

  • Page 14: Setting The Time Zone

    EXAMPLE : FOCUS FOCUS DOWN DOWN NEAR NEAR For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Press UP DOWN local time zone. Press DISPLAY to confirm entry. • When traveling, repeat this operation and select one of the 8 listed time zones to set the clock to local time.

  • Page 15: Before You Begin

    • Set Light to OFF when not in use. Replacing the Bulb DANGER: Use only replacement bulb (PART NO. VLLW0015) supplied by Panasonic to reduce risk of fire. Handle new bulb with cloth or tissue as skin oils will decrease bulb life.

  • Page 16: Camera Recording (Basic, Stand-By, Programmed Recording)

    (M3 type: not supplied) to PHONE jack. Earphone volume cannot be changed while in CAMERA mode. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert cassette with record tab (page 11).
  • Page 17 Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert cassette with record tab (page 11). FOCUS DOWN DOWN NEAR DISPLAY MENU STILL PLAY STOP Manual Easy Editing For proper continuity when taping from Stop mode or after attaching a new Battery. Set POWER to VCR.

  • Page 18: Programmed Recording

    REC TIME : *1 Record 5 seconds each minute. *2 Record 10 seconds each minute. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. Use AC Adaptor for longer recordings.

  • Page 19: 8-Function Remote Control

    8-Function Remote Control Remote Control Operation Operate Camcorder’s main functions up to about 5 m (16 feet) away. Aim remote at sensor on Camcorder. REC/ PAUSE SEARCH PLAY STOP STILL Remote Sensor Controlled Functions 1 POWER ZOOM page 23. 2 REWIND/SEARCH page 20.

  • Page 20: Playing Back Recordings

    DOWN until Playback picture clears up. Press DISPLAY to return to Auto Tracking. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Playback on EVF or LCD Monitor Press LCD-OPEN and swing LCD monitor fully open.
  • Page 21 TV Playback or Viewing Connect Camcorder to a TV to view playback or recordings in progress. Connections To Audio Audio/ Video Out Audio/Video Cable (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...

  • Page 22: Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)

    • Turn TV on and tune to VCR channel (CH3 or CH4). • Set TV/VCR Selector on VCR to VCR. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Make Camcorder-VCR connections (see left).

  • Page 23: 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). Use when subject is darker than surroundings, in shadowed area, or in front of the light source. BACKLIGHT Press BACKLIGHT.

  • Page 24: Focus (Auto/Manual Focus)

    Hold down “W” on POWER ZOOM to maximum wide angle. Bring Camcorder up close to the subject. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Press MANUAL FOCUS so “MF” (Manual Focus) appears in EVF or LCD monitor.

  • Page 25: High Speed Shutter (Auto/Manual Shutter) . 25 • Recording

    Improves Still or Slow Motion playback picture of high speed subjects (e.g. a tennis stroke), when viewed on Camcorder or 3 or 4 head VCR. Auto Shutter In AUTO mode (no indication in EVF or LCD Monitor), shutter speed is auto-adjusted from 1/60 to 1/350 according to subject brightness.

  • Page 26: Auto Fade

    Note: • Auto Fade will not function during Digital Wipe mode or Picture in Picture Wipe Title. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA.

  • Page 27: Color Digital Fade

    Choose from 7 fade effects in 8 different colors. DISPLAY EVF or LCD monitor For more effects, stop fade in or fade out at any time (except RANDOM mode) by pressing FADE. Then, press FADE to resume fade. Note: • Audio is not affected by fade. •...

  • Page 28: Color Digital Filter

    DISPLAY EVF or LCD monitor D.FILTER For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA. Slide DIGITAL SELECT to FADE.

  • Page 29: Digital Zoom

    Power Zoom magnification is digitally increased. D.ZOOM1 D.ZOOM1 Note: • If “NOW IN DIGITAL WIPE” is displayed when D. ZOOM is pressed, DIGITAL SELECT is currently in DIGITAL WIPE mode and the DIGITAL ZOOM feature is not available. Digital Electronic Image Stabilization (E.I.S.) Helps stabilize picture when recording in unstable situations.

  • Page 30: Still/Strobe/Wide

    EVF or LCD monitor Still Strobe Wide Screen Normal For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA. Slide DIGITAL SELECT to STILL/ STROBE.

  • Page 31: Security Mode

    Recording starts automatically if motion is detected. DISPLAY Motion Security may mistakenly start when: • background is plain, like a white wall, or has distinct vertical, horizontal, or slanted stripes, like a venetian blind. • brightness suddenly changes. Motion Security may not start when: •...

  • Page 32: Intelligent Titler

    Title Display Dec. 24–25 These Titles must be displayed manually. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert cassette with record tab (page 11). • Set POWER to CAMERA.
  • Page 33 Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert cassette with record tab (page 11). • Set POWER to CAMERA. FOCUS DOWN • NEAR DISPLAY MENU MANUAL MANUAL FOCUS FOCUS PHOTO CAMERA Phrase Title Display EVF or (no indication) LCD Monitor BEAUTIFUL BRAVO!

  • Page 34: Digital Still Camera

    Card memory with approx. 62 MB is needed for FINE mode and approx. 21 MB is needed for Normal mode. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source.
  • Page 35 Recording FOCUS PLAY DOWN PHOTO NEAR MENU DISPLAY DISPLAY POWER Note: • Please note that the included 8 MB CompactFlash Card already contains 12 pre-recorded titles for your use. Please see page 41 for further details. • If CompactFlash Card is not inserted, “NO CF CARD”...

  • Page 36: Using The Light

    “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed. • If “CF CARD ERROR” appears on-screen, see page 56. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Using the Light For capture of still images in dim lighting. Set LIGHT to AUTO.

  • Page 37: Displayed Directory/Image Number

    Displayed Directory/Image Number FOCUS PLAY DOWN DOWN PHOTO PHOTO NEAR MENU DISPLAY Digital Still Camera Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert the CompactFlash Card (page 34). • Set POWER to PHOTO. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 36 to display Multi Image Playback screen.

  • Page 38: Deleting Specific Image

    This could damage the format of the card and make it unusable. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Deleting Specific Image Pages Delete older images to make room for new ones.

  • Page 39: Picture In Picture Wipe Title

    Picture in Picture Wipe Title Captured still images (page 35) can be recorded along with the current picture. MODE P - P Moving Picture Multi image playback page number PHOTO CAMERA Digital Still Camera Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. •...

  • Page 40: Digital Wipe Mode

    WIPE 1 WIPE 1 WIPE 2 WIPE 2 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert the CompactFlash Card (page 34). • Set POWER to CAMERA.

  • Page 41: Photoshot Title Library

    CAUTION: If you delete the following pre-recorded titles, they will not be restored. Panasonic Bon Voyage It's a Girl! Surprise! Digital Still Camera Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source.

  • Page 42: Intelligent Titler Pc Connection

    • Please look for Windows 2000 version of driver software on our website at http://www.panasonic.com/video. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Turn your PC off. • Set Camcorder POWER to OFF.
  • Page 43 • Make Camcorder-PC connections (page 42). • Turn your PC on. • Set Camcorder POWER to PHOTO. Running the Software (Windows 95/98/Me) Select Programs/ Panasonic/Palmcorder/ Digital PhotoShot from the Start menu. “Digital PhotoShot” is opened. Note: • COM Port and Baudrate are automatically selected.
  • Page 44 Click on “File,” then select “Data out to camera,” then select Fine or Normal mode. • Your PC image data is transferred to the Camcorder. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Note: • If, while transferring the image to...

  • Page 45: Pc Connection

    Driver Quick Reference File • Open... To open an existing image (Bitmap or JPEG). • Save As To save the active image file under a new file name while preserving the original file. • Data in from CAMERA To display a dialog box listing all images in the CF Card memory along with Preview, Transfer, Delete, etc.

  • Page 46: Inserting A Compactflash Card

    PCMCIA adaptor (optional, page 52) to transfer images, captured with this Camcorder only, to your PC. Inserting a CompactFlash Card For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin... • Turn your PC on.

  • Page 47: Viewfinder/Lcd Monitor Indications

    Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications Tape remaining and battery charge level can be displayed. FOCUS FOCUS DOWN NEAR NEAR DISPLAY MENU Battery Remaining: Tape Remaining: (No tape) FULL EMPTY Recording the Date and Time Do steps 1 and 2 above to select time/date, date only, or no display.
  • Page 48 TAPE SPEED (pages 11, 16). (SP=standard play, SLP=super long play). Digital E.I.S. (page 29). Digital Zoom (page 29). For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com STILL CHECK TAPE 0 0 0 Digital Wipe (pages 39, 40).
  • Page 49 Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications PHOTO mode NORMAL 000-0000 PROCESSING Directory/Image Number (page 37) Image Page Remaining Indication (page 35) • Image pages left in selected mode. “000” flashes when memory is full. • Memory capacity provided all pictures are taken in the same mode: “NORMAL”...

  • Page 50: Operation Notes (Using The Shoulder And Hand Straps, External Mic In, Cleaning Evf)

    Cleaning EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) To Remove For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Adjust the Length of the Shoulder Strap Pull a loop of strap from buckle, then pull strap tight to shorten or lengthen.

  • Page 51: Replacing Clock/Remote Battery

    The clock and remote batteries are pre-installed. Follow the steps below if replacement becomes necessary. WARNING: 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. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

  • Page 52: Palmcorder Accessory System

    PV-AA6 PV-C16 PV-P1 PV-H18A KXL-D55 Note: • Prices subject to change without notice. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Figure Description AC Adaptor with DC Power Cable (Charging of the Nickel Cadmium Battery) AC Adaptor with...

  • Page 53: Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

    VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 Price Each Quantity Your State &...

  • Page 54: Specifications

    Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Compact VHS Camcorder: DC 6 V AC Adaptor: 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Battery: Nickel-Cadmium Type DC 6 V Compact VHS Camcorder: 6V DC 8.5 W (Max.

  • Page 55: Before Requesting Service (Video Head Cleaning, Self Diagnostic System)

    Camera picture is too dark ... No playback picture, or the playback picture is noisy or contains streaks ... “Panasonic ITS TAPES PLAY IN YOUR VCR ...” appears in EVF or LCD Monitor ... “NO CF CARD” appears in EVF or LCD Monitor ...

  • Page 56: Self Diagnostic System

    Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Please write the displayed Self Diagnostic number here. (See above) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Description CF Card Error...

  • Page 57: Limited Warranty

    Or call toll free contact number listed above, to locate an authorized PASC Servicenter. Carry-in or mail- in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory.

  • Page 58: Limited Warranty

    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 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Monday-Friday 9am-9pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-7am, EST.

  • Page 59: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Antes de comenzar... • Inserte un casete con lengüeta para prevención del grabado. Cargue la batería Cargue completamente la batería antes de usarla. Enchufe el adaptador de CA. Instale la batería. El indicador de carga (CHARGE) parpadea, luego queda encendido si ha terminado la carga.

  • Page 60: Index

    Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com EIS Button ... 29 External MIC IN ... 50 Fade ... 26, 27 FADE Button ...

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