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- Page 1 Consists of PV-230-K / P V-A 16-K Consists of PV-430-K/ P V-A instructions product, read these Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this please completely. VOTW0442...
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Page 2: Things You Should Know
Things You Sho-u:ld Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Date of Purchase You have purchased one of the most Dealer Purchased From sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we're sure it will bring you Dealer Address and your family years of enjoyment. -
Page 3: Important Safeguards And Precautions
Important Safeguards and Precautions 11. Grounding or Polarization - This video unit may be Read Instructions - All the safety and operating equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than Retain Instructions - The safety and operating the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a instructions should be retained for future reference. - Page 4 Important Safeguards and Precautions 1 9. 14. Lightning - For added protection of this video unit Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this video unit from receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it personnel under the following conditions: from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Things You Should Know ......................2 Important Safeguards and Precautions ..............Palm corder Accessory System ..................... 6 Attaching the shoulder strap ....................7 Cassette Information .......... -
Page 6: Palmcorder Accessory System
Palmcorder Accessory System For more information and ordering instructions see the separate Selection Guide and Accessory Order Form. Power Supplies Connection RF Adaptor AudioNideo Cable Car Battery Cord AC Adaptor (optional: PV-RF15-K) (supplied: VJAW0017 (optional: PV-C16-K) (supplied, optional: or VJPS0216) PV-A16-K) 7b Record and Playback Battery Pack... -
Page 7: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
Att a,c hing the shoulders Pinch the tabs together on either side of the clasp and open the buckle. Unhook the strap from the Buckle Catch. Thread the strap ends through the Strap Attachment Rings. Then re-hook them onto the Buckle Catch. Snap the clasp shut to lock the strap in place. -
Page 8: Cassette Information
Cassette Info tion Record/Playbac k 'Ilme Use tapes with the mark in this unit. Cassette type Tape Speed Selector Position T-30 20 Minutes 30 Minutes (Standard Play) (Super Long Play) One Hour One Hour 30 Minutes Cassette Insertion/Renwval The Palmcorder may be ON or OFF when you insert or remove a cassette. -
Page 9: Supplying Power
Supplying Power (Battery Pac k ) Charge the Battery Pac k Plug in the AC Adaptor. BATIERY REFRESH POWER CHARGE Power Indicator lights up. Insert the Battery Slide the top of the Battery forward, then press down and release. The Battery Pack should charge in about •... -
Page 10: Battery Care
Battery Care Battery Refres h Featu re This feature allows you to completely discharge the power from the Battery Pack before recharging. It is recommended you use this feature after about every 5 charges to keep your Battery in top operating condition. - Page 11 Supplying Power (AC Adaptor/Car Battery Cord) AC Adaptor (Supplied) Connect the DC Output on the AC Adaptor to the DC Input on the Palmcorder with the DC Power Cable (supplied). Powe r Indic ator Powe r Lamp Plug in the AC Adaptor. The Power indicator will light up.
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Page 12: Auto Lock Mode
Auto Lock Mode When the AUTO LOCK switch is set to the AUTO LOCK position, the white balance and focus are automatically adjusted while the more advanced· features listed below are locked. Auto Lock is especially helpful for the first time Palmcorder user and ensures "point and shoot"... -
Page 13: Setting The Datefrime
Setting the Date/Time The date and time is calculated, including leap year, up to Dec. 31 , 2089. This function operates on a miniature battery (supplied) even OFF. when the Palmcorder is To Load the Battery While pinching the stopper tabs together, pull the tray out of the Battery Compartment. - Page 14 Setting the Date/Time Set the Date and Time POWER CCED �<#NOR M AL CAMERA Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. LOCK__J AUTO Set the AUTO LOCK switch to"NORMAL." DATE/TIME DISPLAY Press DATE!TIME AM12:00 Record /Pause mode to display the date and time. _ JA _ N _ . _ 1 _ 19 _ 93 to start Press SEL(ect) the first portion flashing.
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Page 15: Electronic Viewfinder Indications
Electronic Viewfinder Indications Here are some of the basic indications which appear in the Palmcorders EVF. They will not be recorded on the tape. Operating Mode Indications (record) (fast forward) PLAY (rewind) Battery Remaining Indication E- -- F ' 'I // E - - - F F - BATTERY - F-BATTERY -... -
Page 16: Colour Enhancement Light (Optional)
(optional) Colour Enhancentent Light Using the Light Use to brighten the natural colours in a scene. Slide Light into built-in Light Mount. LIGHT Be sure the Light locks into place. RELEASE LIGHT Press Light button ON. RELEASE To remove the Light: Press the LIGHT RELEASE button and slide the Light off. -
Page 17: Camera Recording
Camera Recording Before you begin ... Simp/,e Recording Connect the Palmcorder to a power source • (Battery Pack, AC Adaptor or Car Battery Cord). POWER Insert a cassette with Record Tab (see page • 1 (( [ CAMERA Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. - Page 18 Camera Recording Easy Edit Standby POWER Switch If you stop recording but plan to resume within hours, you can use the Edit Standby feature to make a smooth transition between scenes. and leave Set the POWER switch to OFF the cassette in the Palmcorder. Press RECORD/PAUSE (within 24 hours) to continue recording.
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Page 19: 8-Function Remote Control (Only Pv-43-K)
(only PV-43-K) 8-Function Remote Control Operate the major functions of your Palmcorder from a distance of up to feet (approx.) with this convenient remote control. Remote Control Load the Battery REPLACE BATTERY While pinching the stopper WITH PART NO. VSBW0004 (CR2025) tab,®... -
Page 20: Playback Your Recordings
Playback your Recordings Before you begin ... Playback using the EVF Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. • Insert a cassette. POWER • Fully extend the Viewfinder. • OFF CAMERA 2 �R�WJ ] Set the POWER switch to VCR. Top View f--- -- -- -- --�... - Page 21 Playback your Recordings Playback using PlayPak Remove the Battery Compartment lid and insert an AA size battery. Make sure polarities are aligned properly. • When tape loading and unloading time • becomes longer than normal, battery replacement is necessary. Insert Cassette Mi5[!I Turn the Tape Wheel on the cassette in the direction of the arrow...
- Page 22 Playback your Recordings Your Palmcorder may be connected to a TV to play back tapes or to monitor what you are recording. Playback or Monitor using a TV with AUDIONIDEO IN Jacks. Connect your Palmcorder to a power (Battery Pack, AC Adaptor, or Car source To AudioNideo In Battery cord).
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Page 23: Special Features
Special Features Tape Counter/Counter Top View Memory/Lap Time Counter/ Tape Remaining Functions 0 A.DUB 0 V.DUB The Tape and Time Counter displays can be selected to track your current position, or find a desired tape location. PLAY STOP STILL 8l (CE] SJ [!]) '--- -- SEARCH ----' Press the DISPLA button repeatedly... -
Page 24: Variable Speed Power Zoom/High Speed Shutter
Special Features Variable Speed Power Zoom You can control the zoom speed for close Zoom In (''T") ups or wide angle shots. The zooming speed ranges from a gradual speed of seconds to a fast seconds according to the pressure applied to the zoom buttons. -
Page 25: Focusing
Special Features Auto Focus The Palmcorder will automatically bring the subject into focus even during zooming. Press the FOCUS button so that the letters "MF" do not appear in the EVF. Manual Focus �NORMAL 1 AUTO LOCK � "" Set the AUTO LOCK switch to "NORMAL."... -
Page 26: White Balance
Special Features Auto White Balance Use for continuous colour balance in both indoor and outdoor lighting situations. When No EVF the AUTO LOCK switch is to "AUTO LOCK," Indication or when there is no indication, AUTO �NORMAL White Balance is selected. AUTO LOCK �... -
Page 27: Backlight Button
Special Features Backlight Button (PV-23-K ) Use when recording a subject that is darker than the surrounding scene, in a shadowed area or when the light source is in back of your subject. Make sure the AUTO LOCK switch is set to "NORMAL." EVF Indications BACK LIGHT ormal (no display) -
Page 28: Vhs Index Search System/Book Mark Search
(the I ndex indicator will flash}. - INDEX - , / I ' , Then, you can enjoy automatic review and playback of indexed tapes using Panasonic VCR models which feature the VHS I ndex Search System. • No mark is placed where a recording resumes after the Palmcorder has been put into Pause. -
Page 29: Digital Colour Fade (Only Pv-43-K)
Special Features Digital Colour Fade (only PV-43-K) AUTO LOCK Set the AUTO LOCK switch to "NORMAL." - HOLD MODE SEL Press HOLD/MODE SEL repeatedly FADE EFFECT to select the desired fade effect. (no indication) black • Other than "BLACK", the mode selected will appear in the EVF. -
Page 30: Digital Zoom (Only Pv-43-K)
Special Features Before you begin ... • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Digital Zoom (only PV-43-K) This featu re allows you to increase the magnification of the Power Zoom. AUTO LOCK_) Set the AUTO LOCK switch to "NORMAL." D.ZOOM Press DIGITAL ZOOM once to select D.ZOOM 1 for partial increase (20X max.) or twice to select D.ZOOM 2... -
Page 31: Electronic Image Stabilization System (E.l.s.) (Only Pv-43-K)
Special Features Before you begin ... • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Electronic Image Stabilization System (E.I.S.) (only PV-43-K ) This feature helps stabilize the picture in situations such as walking or shooting from a moving vehicle. Press EIS to activate the E.l .S. function. ("EIS"... -
Page 32: Still/Strobe/Wide (Only Pv-43-K)
Special Features Still/Strobe!Wz<k (only PV-43-K) • The AUTO LOCK switch is in the "NORMAL." AUTO LOCK AUTO LOCK_j Stil l Use this feature t o record a still image from the current camera picture. Press STILUSTROBE once. Press twice more to return to normal recording. -
Page 33: Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)
(dubbing) Copying your Tapes Before you begin ... • Turn ON both units. • Set the recording VCR's Input Signal Selector Main Operation to LINE. • Set the POWER switch on the Palmcorder to VCR. Set up and connect the units as illustrated. •... - Page 34 (dubbing) Copying your Tapes Before you begin ... • Connect the Synchro Edit Cord (optional) as shown below. If the recording unit has no synchro edit jack, use operations on page 33. Synchro Edit Copying Connection The Synchro Edit feature simultaneously releases the Pause mode on both units, so copying is fast and easy.
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Page 35: Dubbing Over Recordings
Dubbing over Recordings Before you begin ... Connect the external Microphone (if used). • Turn On the Palmcorder. • Insert a cassette (with tab) to be recorded. • When using the RF Adaptor to monitor, turn the • TV ON and select CH 3 or (see page 22) . -
Page 36: Dubbing Over Video
Dubbing over Recordings Before you begin ... Dubbing over V ideo • Turn ON the Palmcorder. • Insert a cassette (with tab) to be dubbed. Your Palmcorder uses advanced Flying • To monitor the dubbing , see connections on Erase Head technology to produce page 37. -
Page 37: Dubbing Over Audionideo
Dubbing over Recordings Before you begin ... • Turn On the Palmcorder. Insert a cassete (with tab) to be dubbed. • • When using the RF Adaptor to monitor, turn ON and select CH3 or 4 (see page 22) . Dubbing over Audio/Vzdeo Connection Use this feature to replace existing audio and... -
Page 38: Notes On Operations
Notes on Operations 1 1 ) Car Battery Cord (P. Copying your Tapes (P. 33) • Be sure to start the car engine before inserting the • Source tapes recorded on other VCRs must be cigarette lighter plug of the Car Battery Cord into the recorded in SP or SLP mode for Palmcorder cigarette lighter socket;... - Page 39 Notes on Operations Rough Values of Brightness Your Palmcorder has been designed for normal scene illumination of 1 50 footcandles (1 500 lux). However, the Palmcorder may be used at F1 .4, if illumination is more than 0.1 footcandles (1 lux). The table below shows the colour temperatur e for reference.
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Page 40: Index Of Controls
I nde x of Controls Rear View RECORD/PAUSE Button DC Input Connector See pages 1 7, 1 8, 36, 37. See pages 1 1 , 33, 34, Strap Attachment 35, 37. Rings Record Button Cover See page 7. See page 1 7. Hand Strap This strap can be adjusted to the size... - Page 41 Index of Controls Front View HIGH SPEED DATE/TIME Button SHUTTER Button See page 1 4. Cassette See page 24. External Microphone Compartment Jack See page 1 9. Remote Control Switch See page 35. BACKLIGHT (only PV-43-K) Button See page 1 9. Built-In Twin Capsule See page 27.
- Page 42 Index of Controls 1bp V zew POWER ZOOM RESET Button Switch See pages 23, 36. See pages 24, 25, 30. VIDEO DUB Button DISPLAY Button and Indicator See pages 20, 23, 36. See pages 36, 37. TAPE EJECT Switch AUDIO DUB Button See pages 8, 1 7.
- Page 43 Index of Controls 8-Function Renwte PV-43-K) (only REMOTE SIGNAL POWER ZOOM POWER Switch Switch See page 1 9. See page 1 9. RECORD/PAUSE REWIND/SEARCH Button Button See page 1 9. See page 1 9. FAST FORWARD/ SEARCH Button See page 1 9. STOP Button STILL Button See page 1 9.
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Page 44: Index
Accessoi res (inclus et vendus Fil d'alimentation c.c. Mise au point en plan separement) 2, 6 . 2, 1 1 , 33, 34, 35, 37 rapproche (macro) .... -
Page 45: Specifications
Specifications Power Source: Compact VHS Palmcorder: DC 6V AC Adaptor: 1 1 0/1 20/220/240V AC, 50/60 Hz Battery: Nickel-Cadmium Type DC 6V Power Consumption: Compact VHS Palmcorder: 6V D C 1 OW (Max. 1 5W) AC Adaptor: 24W Video Signal: EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC colour signal Video Recording System: 4 rotary heads, Helical scanning system... -
Page 46: Warranty
"IN WARRANTY" service can be obtained by bringing your product to an authorized Panasonic Servicentre. To locate the authorized Panasonic Servicentre refer to your dealer. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty service is performed. -
Page 47: Before Requesting Service
Be sure to follow the instructions that come with Clogged Video Head the cassette, as excess use can shorten head life. It is recommended that the cleaning be done by a qualified technician, please contact your nearest Panasonic Servicentre. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. - Page 48 Panasonic® Matsushita Electric of Canada Umlted 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Printed in Japan VOTW0442 ©...
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