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Panasonic PV-L652 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

Models No.
(PV-L652 shown)
Camcorder
PV-L452
PV-L652
LSQT0529C

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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-L452 Models No.

  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    All product/brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders. This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PV-L452 and PV-L652. Illustrations in this manual show the PV-L652. Features may vary, so please read carefully. Differences between models...

  • Page 3: Things You Should Know

    : Panasonic Responsibility 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 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...

  • Page 5: Precautions

    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

    Servicenter List ... 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 ... 34~40 • Memory Card Insertion/Removal . 34 • Recording ... 35 ...

  • 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 Self Demo Mode Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU for MENU mode.

  • Page 8: Quick Operation Guide

    Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle (see above). Set POWER to VCR. 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: Supplying Power (Battery Charge/Use/Refresh/Care, Ac Adaptor, Car Battery Cord)

    Charging the Battery Pack Charge Battery Pack fully before use. POWER Lamp CHARGE Lamp (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 Car Battery Cord (Optional) DC IN Connector Car Battery Cord (optional) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Connect AC Adaptor DC OUT to Camcorder DC IN with supplied DC Power Cable. Plug in AC Adaptor.

  • Page 11: Cassette Information

    Cassette Insertion/Removal Record/Playback Time Use tapes with the 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. Cassette Information Turn Tape Wheel in direction of arrow until there is no slack.

  • Page 12: Before Using (Remove The Sensor Tag, Using The Shoulder And Hand Straps, Lens Cap)

    Remove the Hand Strap from the front clasp and thread the Strap through the loop in the Lens Cap Cord. Reattach the Hand Strap. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Hand Strap Open the Hand Strap as illustrated at left.

  • Page 13: Using Menu Mode

    MENU Mode (CAMERA) Screen MENU Mode (VCR) Screen Using MENU Mode Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. Press MENU for MENU mode. The CAMERA or VCR MENU screen (see below left) appears when Menu mode is entered.

  • Page 14: Setting The Clock (Time Zone, Auto Daylight Saving Time)

    Set the following items in order: Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, Date, and Time. 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 15 Setting the Time Zone The Camcorder is preset to Eastern time. [ Time Zone chart ] ALASKA ALASKA MOUNTAIN MOUNTAIN CENTRAL CENTRAL HAWAII HAWAII PACIFIC PACIFIC SAMOA SAMOA 6:00 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 Auto Daylight Saving Time Clock will auto-adjust to daylight saving time (DST). DST: AUTO Spring (First Sunday in April) : ahead one hour.

  • Page 17: Camera Recording (Basic, Stand-By, Programmed Recording)

    Rotating partially open LCD monitor may block cassette door and damage Camcorder body. WARNING (PV-L652 only) : • Do not leave the camcorder with the EVF aimed directly at the sun. This may cause damage to the internal parts of the EVF.
  • Page 18 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press RECORD/PAUSE to resume recording. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Stand-by Quick Release If left in RECORD/PAUSE mode for 5 minutes, Camcorder switches to Stand-by mode to conserve battery. When set to ON,...
  • Page 19 Programmed Recording Set a recording start and stop time. Or, set a 5 or 10 second interval recording to be done each minute. REC TIME : *1 Record 5 seconds each minute. *2 Record 10 seconds each minute. Camera Recording Before you begin...

  • Page 20: Playing Back Recordings

    Press UP or 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 Audio/ Video Out VCR Playback using PlayPak Load Battery in PlayPak Insert Cassette in PlayPak • Do not obstruct cassette reel while loading. •...

  • 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. B.LIGHT Press B.LIGHT.

  • Page 24: Magicpix™ Images

    MagicPix™ Images Color recording of video onto a tape in low lighting. 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. Press MENU for MENU mode.

  • Page 25: Focus (Auto/Manual Focus) ................. 25 • Using The Light

    Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA. Auto Focus Camcorder automatically focuses on subject even during zooming. Auto Focus is on when “MF” is not displayed in EVF or LCD monitor. Press M.FOCUS to remove “MF” in EVF or LCD monitor if necessary. Manual Focus Use Manual Focus (MF) when : •...

  • Page 26: High Speed Shutter (Auto/Manual Shutter)

    The faster the shutter speed, the more light is needed for proper picture and color quality. High Speed Shutter indication flashes if light is inadequate. Provide additional light. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before you begin...

  • Page 27: Auto Fade

    An interesting way to open and close scenes. FADE RECORD/ PAUSE WHITE BLACK Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU for MENU mode. Press UP or DOWN to select VIDEO EFFECTS Press DISPLAY for VIDEO EFFECTS menu.

  • Page 28: Color Digital Fade

    • Audio is not affected by fade. • To cancel Digital Fade, do steps 1, 2, and 5. In step 2, select AUTO FADE. 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 29: Color Digital Filter

    Digital Filter adds one of 5 colors to entire picture, like a color filter. EVF or LCD monitor Color Digital Filter Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU for MENU mode. Press UP or DOWN to select VIDEO EFFECTS...

  • Page 30: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Power Zoom magnification is digitally increased. 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. • Set DIGITAL WIPE to OFF in menu.

  • Page 31: Stabilization (E.i.s.)

    Digital Electronic Image Stabilization (E.I.S.) Helps stabilize picture when recording in unstable situations. Digital EIS ON NORMAL Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Set POWER to CAMERA. Press EIS to display “EIS” in the EVF or LCD monitor.

  • Page 32: Still/Strobe/Wide

    TV (16 9 aspect ratio) or picture will be distorted. 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 33: Motionsensor

    Recording starts automatically if motion is detected. MotionSensor 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. MotionSensor may not start when: •...

  • Page 34: Digital Still Camera

    Write protection switch I Concerning the Memory Card • Except for some special features, this card is compatible with other Panasonic brand products, like Digital Camera (DMC-LC5, DMC-F7). • Panasonic only guarantees compatibility with Panasonic brand cards and those bearing the SanDisk logo.

  • Page 35: Recording

    Recording Note: • Please note that the included 8 MB Memory Card already contains 12 pre-recorded titles for your use. Please see page 52 for further details. • If Memory Card is not inserted, “NO CARD” appears on-screen. Set POWER to OFF, then insert the Memory Card.

  • Page 36: Playback

    “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed. • If “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 Directry/Image Number

    Displayed Directory/Image Number Digital Still Camera Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert the Memory Card (page 34). • Set POWER to PHOTO. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 36 to display Multi Image Playback screen. Select any image and press Press MENU for DCF NUMBER DISPLAY menu.

  • Page 38: Delete Specific Images

    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 Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert the Memory Card (page 34).

  • 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 Moving Picture Multi image playback page number Digital Still Camera Before you begin... • Connect Camcorder to power source. • Insert the Memory Card (page 34). •...

  • Page 40: Digital Wipe Mode

    Insert a captured still image into the current recording, or vice versa, in one of three wipe effects. 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 Memory Card (page 34).

  • Page 41: Digital Electronic Image Pc Connection

    Digital PhotoShot Software A live or captured image can be transferred to your PC (Personal Computer). System Requirements for Digital PhotoShot • IBM PC/AT or compatible. • Intel Pentium Processor. • Microsoft Windows 95 or Windows 98 or Windows Me or Windows 2000. •...
  • Page 42 Note: • If, while transferring the image to your PC, the displayed picture appears abnormal, restart the PC application and turn Camcorder POWER off, and then back on. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com...
  • Page 43 Before you begin... • Insert the Memory Card (page 34). • Make Camcorder-PC connections (page 41). • Turn your PC on. • Set Camcorder POWER to PHOTO. Using Memory Card Image Data Pictures captured with your Camcorder can be transferred to your PC. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 42 to run the Software.

  • Page 44: Pc Connection

    • Print... To print the currently active image. • Exit To quit the “Digital PhotoShot” application. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Image • Image Adjustment To modify the captured image as desired. • Copy to Clipboad To copy a view image to clipboad.

  • Page 45: (Optional)

    Using a SD PCMCIA Adaptor (optional) If your PC has a PCMCIA type II slot, you can insert the Memory Card into a SD PCMCIA adaptor (optional, page 51) to transfer images, captured with this Camcorder only, to your Inserting a Memory Card Before you begin...

  • Page 46: Viewfinder/Lcd Monitor Indications

    Press DISPLAY repeatedly to remove time/date. Indications are restored the next time Camcorder is turned on. 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 47 Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications CAMERA/VCR mode 7, 8 10, 11, 12 Zoom Magnification level (pages 23, 30). Battery Remaining “WARNING LOW BATTERY” appears and Camcorder shuts off after 15 seconds. Tape Remaining (page 46). “ ” flashes and “TAPE END” appears for 5 seconds when: •...
  • Page 48 CAMERA or change recording mode while “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed. Recording Mode • POWER is set to PHOTO. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Multi Image Playback page number. Currently selected image is underlined in green or white.

  • Page 49: Operation Notes (Cleaning Evf)

    For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.> For model PV-L652 This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.

  • Page 50: Replacing Clock Battery

    The clock battery is 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 51: Palmcorder Accessory System

    Palmcorder Accessory System To order instructions, see the Accessory Order Form page. • The listed standard battery use times are based on continuous recording using this Palmcorder. Accessory # PV-A19 PV-A20 HHR-V60A/1B HHR-V40A/1B HHR-V20A/1B PV-AA6 PV-C16 PV-P1 PV-H18A RP-SD064BPPA RP-SD032BPPA RP-SD016BPPA BN-SDCAPE/1B BN-SDABPE/1B...

  • Page 52: Palmcorder Accessory System

    Palmcorder Accessory System Concerning the Memory Card (MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card) • Model PV-L452/PV-L652 can be used with either a MultiMediaCard or a SD Memory Card. • Both of these exterior Memory Cards (MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card) are lightweight and removable.

  • 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 Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping &...

  • 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 CAN PLAY IN YOUR VCR ...” appears in EVF or LCD Monitor ... “NO CARD” appears in EVF or LCD Monitor ...

  • Page 56: Request For Service Notice

    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 In the unlikely event this product needs service.

  • Page 57: Limited Warranty

    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: Servicenter List

    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 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com MINNESOTA 7850-12th Avenue South...

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

    Desmonte la batería. Grabación con la videocámara Cuando el monitor LCD está completamente abierto, el visor se desconecta automáticamente (PV-L652). Presione LCD-OPEN para abrir el monitor LCD. Abralo completamente y ajuste el ángulo.

  • Page 60: Index

    Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, 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 Fade ... 27, 28 FADE Button ... 27, 28 FAST FORWARD/SEARCH Button ...

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