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Panasonic Palmcoder PalmSight PV-L678 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Palmcoder PalmSight PV-L678 Operating Instructions Manual

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PalITiCOI_dEI _ PalmSight_
Camcorder
Operating Instructions
PV-L678
_ NRPDS_
Received
Scanned
Please read theseinstructions c arefully beforeattempling tooperate this product. Reasesavethis manual.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Gu{a para rdpida consulta en espaSol estd incluida.
VQTW0693(A)

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  • Page 1 Panason.,c ® PalITiCOI_dEI _ PalmSight_ Camcorder Operating Instructions _ NRPDS_ Received PV-L678 Scanned Please read theseinstructions c arefully beforeattempling tooperate this product. Reasesavethis manual. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Gu{a para rdpida consulta en espaSol estd incluida. VQTW0693(A)
  • Page 2 Thank for choosing Panasonic/ You have pumhased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camcorder.
  • Page 3 WARNING: TOPREVENT FIRE ORSHOCK H AZARD, DONOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TORAIN ORMOISTURE. Your CompactVHS Camcorderis designedto recordand play backin StandardPlay (SP) and Super Long Play (SLP) modes.You can also play a CompactVHS Camcorderrecordingon your VHS VCR usingthe VHS PlayPaksupplied. This Camcorderis equippedwith the HQ System to provideexcellentvideopictures, and is compatiblewith standardVHS equipment.
  • Page 4 1. Reed Instructions -- All the safety and operating 11. Grounding or Polarization -- This video unit may instructions should be read before the unit is be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC operated. (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding instructions should be retained for future reference.
  • Page 5 b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects 15. Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should have fallen into the video unit. not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electdc light or power circuits, or c.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    [tr_ i i i i[o_- ib-I hi t (-_i Things You Should Know ....................Important Safeguards ....................... Precautions ........................Serf Demo Mode ....................... Quick Operation Guide ..................... Supplying Power ....................... Cassette Information ....................... MENU Mode........................Setting the Clock ......................Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ...............
  • Page 7 If the screen at right appears in the EVF/LCD Monitor, the Self Demo mode EVF Screen is on. To tum it off, please follow steps below. rPanas0nic" IT'S VHSI SO ITS TAPESPLAY IN YOUR VCR 23=< HI-DERNITIONLENS 50x DIGITALZOOM DIGITALSTABILIZATION DEDICATED 5-HEAD AUTO/PHRASE TITLER Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 8 l[i.._rui, m tlr_,r._llml_= operation(see Charge the Battery Pack fully before page g). Attach a fully charged Battery (see page 9). i_, I " ,_Slide the TAPE EJECT switch to open door. Insert cassette (see page 12). Press here to close door. 5se, Built-In Lens Cover opens and POWER POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 9 Charge the Battery Pack fully before operation. POWER Plug in the AC Adaptor. CHARGE POWER Lamp lights. Insert the Battery _) Align the right side of the Battery with the line on the AC Adaptor. Press the Battery down and slide it in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 10: Precautions

    This feature completely discharges the Battery before recharging begins. To maintain your Battery's operating capacity, use the refresh feature after about every five charges. CHARGE Lamp Plug in the AC Adaptor. • The POWER Lamp remains lit as long as the AC Adaptor is plugged in.
  • Page 11 I___DC Power Cable POWER I.am DC IN JL Connect VCR DC OUT on the Connector AC Adaptor to DC IN on the Camcorder with the DC Power Cable (supplied). V___-_ 2Plug in the AC Adaptor. • The POWER Lamp will light. Notes: •...
  • Page 12 _IE:f_YUJE_iEIE.YUHEl#HE_TUIiOIKIEL urn the Tape Wheel in the direction of the arrow until there is no slack. Attach the Battery (see page 9). Slide the TAPE EJECT switch to open the door. "Z'lnsert the cassette vertically with its window side facing out. Press here to close the door.

  • Page 13: Menu Mode

    Before you begin... • Connectthe Carncorderto a power source. • Set the POWERswitch to CAMERA. Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode. MENU DISPLAY Press UP • or DOWN • repeatedly to select a menu item. Press the DISPLAY button to set your selection.

  • Page 14: Setting The Clock

    .Setting the clock is divided into four sections: Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, Date and Time, and Clock Battery. Follow instructions in the order presented. Before you begin... _timml.znlJnr_im.i_.mt_ • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. The Camcorder is set to Eastern time * Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 15 The clock will a utomatically adjust todaylight saving t ime. Before you begin... Connect the Camcorder to s power _ume. • Set the POWERswitch to CAMERA, i_. Note: _- When the POWER switchis set to VCR, the | CLOCK SET menuwill bedisplayed. I"...
  • Page 16 Before you begin... _,1-_tiem!._r_#J'RAr=m_en,tmielJn • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. The date and time are calculated, including • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. leap year, up to DEC 31 2096. • When the POWER switch is set to VCR, the i Note: CLOCK SET menu will be displayed.
  • Page 17 Note: WARNING: • • Make sure your Camcorder is off when lace battery with Panasonic PART NO. replacing the Battery. WOO04 (CR2025) only. Use of another ery may present a risk of fire or explosion. • Keep the Battery out of the reach of children as swallowing it may be harmful.
  • Page 18 _a _xudS_i_u_ t_unatl#w-_ai_ The tape remaining and battery charge level can be displayed during recording. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select the desired display. EVF/LCD Monitor Indications I ,x--.=--_ _1 Fifth First / ,=_o_ press 1,m, Jdk:.
  • Page 19 IVOR-MODEI _ 2:00:OOAML, 1 1 9981 (!) Battery Remaining Indication -_:.- (see page 18) When a battery recharge is necessary, "WARNING LOW BATTERY" will appear in the EVF. The external Power Lamp will start to flash and the Camcorder will automatically tum OFF in 15 seconds. (_) Tape Remaining Indication •...
  • Page 20 ® ® ® ® (_ Zoom Magnification level (see page 32). _) Digital E.I.S. Indication (see page 38). _) Digital Zoom Indication (see page 37). [_ Negative/Positive Indication (see page 38). _) VCR-MODE Indication Appears for one minute if the POWER switch is set to VCR or the RECORD/PAUSE button is pushed in VCR MODE.
  • Page 21 Make sure the Battery Pack is not attached. Undo the two strap ends from their buckles. Thread the strap ends through the Strap Attachment Rings. Reinsert the strap ends through their buckles. • Make sure the straps are not twisted. min.
  • Page 22 When replacing the bulb, use only lamp bulbs (PART NO. VLLW0015) supplied by • Using the Built-in Light when the Camcorder is Panasonic to reduce the risk of fire. powered by a car battery may shorten bulb life. Use a cloth or tissue when handling the bulb •...
  • Page 23 Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. • Insert a cassette with record tab (see page 12). Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The built-in Lens Cover opens. • Make sure the POWER switch is PAUSE fully rotated to the CAMERA position.
  • Page 24 Before you begin... The LCD'(Liquid CrystalDisplay)monitor • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. can be usedwhile recording. Press the LCD-OPEN button to unlock the LCD monitor. and adjust the angle. Caution: _"_ 2Swing the LCD monitor fully open Rotating the LCD monitor while it is only partially open may block the cassette door and cause damage to the Camcorder body.
  • Page 25 Whenever the Camcorder is left in RECORD/PAUSE mode for 5 minutes, it will automatically switch to Stand-by mode to conserve energy. Activating the Stand-by Quick Release feature allows you to release the Stand-by mode and resume recording by simply pressing the RECORD/PAUSE button.
  • Page 26 BII_ If you stop recording but plan to resume within 24 hours, use the Edit Standby feature to make a smooth transition between scenes. Press RECORD/PAUSE while .ilL. recording. Set the POWER switch to OFF and leave the cassette in the Camcorder. When ready to resume recording, set POWER the POWER switch to CAMERA and...
  • Page 27 Before you begin... Ilbxe_. u,,i,Lu, IB&uu.xdml.f_ • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. You can program the Camcorder to start For extended pedods of recording, it is and stop recording at a preset time. You recommended to use the AC Adaptor for a can also do an Interval Recording which power source.
  • Page 28 Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. • Insert a recorded cassette. Press the LCD-OPEN button to unlock the LCD monitor and swing it open. Set the POWER switch to VCR. • The LCD monitor tums on and off according to the POWER switch setting.
  • Page 29 Before you begin... -l_j.luui-TiHMj_Ku_HtiAveltru_ • Connect the Pslmcorder to a power source. • Insert a recorded cassette. FAST • Set the POWER switch to VCR. FORWARD To rapidly locate a scene Press PLAY then press FAST FORWARD/SEARCH or REWIND/ SEARCH for rapid visual search. Press again, or press PLAY to resume normal speed.
  • Page 30 Before you begin... _lMIt_wz_ruz_n,_tu_uml_. • Connect the Camcorderto a power source. Your Camcorder may be connected _o a TV to play back tapes or to view what you are recording. Set the POWER switch to VCR for tape playback. • _ TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks.
  • Page 31 IMI.LvmmN rlmml_ r/h_mMll,.v_ Remove the Battery Compartment and insert the AA size battery. • Make sure polarities are aligned properly. • When tape loading and unloading time becomes longer than normal, battery replace- ment is necessary. Turn the Tape Wheel on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up any slack.
  • Page 32 Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. You can graduallyzoom in for close ups • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. or zoom out for wide angleshots. Zoom In ("T") The zoomingspeed rangesfrom a slow speed of 16 secondsto a fast 2 seconds accordingto the pressureappliedto the zoom buttons.
  • Page 33 m1!'/trttlp_fl't_ Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. The Camcorder will automatically focus on • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. the subject even during zooming. If necessary,press MANUAL FOCUS so that=MF"does not appear in the EVF. i_r.,tte.B&azutl.,= Use Manual Focus (MF) when recording: •...
  • Page 34 • To record highspeed motion(e.g. a tennisstroke) for improvedSTILL or SLOW MOTION playback,when watchingthe tape on this Camcorderor a VHS 3 or 4 head VCR. Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. •...
  • Page 35 Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Make smoothscene transitions for a more professional look. Fade In: Starting the first scene with =fade in" can be very effective. FADE MODE SEL Press the MODE SEL button repeatedly to selectBLACKorWHITE fade.
  • Page 36 Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. This feature offers 7 fade variations in your choice of eight colors for a wide variety of fade effects. Press the MODE SEL button repeatedly to selectthe desiredfade effect otherthan BLACKand WHITE.
  • Page 37 Before you begin... This feature allows you to increase the • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. magnification of the Power Zoom. Press the DIGITAL ZOOM button on top of the Camcorder to select D.ZOOM mode. Because the image is enlarged digitally, the picture may become distorted when higher magnification levels are used.
  • Page 38 Before you begin... • Set the POWERswitch to CAMERA. Thisfeature helpsstabilizethe picturein situationssuch as walkingor shooting from a movingvehicle. Press the EIS button to activate the Digital E.I.S. function. ('EIS" will appear in the EVF.) (_NORMAL) • The image in the EVF will be enlarged slightly and the shutter speed will automatically adjust from 1/80 to 1/350 according to the...
  • Page 39 Great foramateur surveillance applications. Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. For extended Camcorder use, it is recom- mended to use the AC Adaptor as a power source. • Insert a cassette with record tab (see page 12). •...

  • Page 40: Time Lapse

    You can use this feature for security purposes by recording over a long period of time (up to 6 hours with a To40 tape). Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. For extended Camcorder use, the AC Adaptor is recommended as the power source.
  • Page 41 You can choose to have the Tally lamp come on or stay off during recording. The default setting from the factory is ON mode. Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. * Insert a cassette with record tab (see page 12).
  • Page 42 m!"Pffll m"mlff//l Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to • power source. On selected holidays,such as New Year's • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Day, the Camcorderwill automatically • Insert a cassette with record tab (see page 12). displaythe appropriatetitle when the poweris first tumed on.
  • Page 43 Automatic/Manual Title Display List Dec. 31-Jan. HAPPY NEW YEAR! / CHEERS! Feb. 14 VALENTINE'S DAY / BE MY VALENTINE HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY / WE LOVE YOU! 2nd Sunday in May MEMORIAL DAY Last Monday in May HAPPY FATHER'S DAY / WE LOVE YOU! 3rd Sunday in Jun.
  • Page 44 Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorderto a power source. • Set the POWERswitch to CAMERA. • Insert a cassettewith record tab (see page 12). MENU DISPLAY Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode. Press UP • or DOWN •...
  • Page 45 RYi-_anmPJ_xuK_eRtm, Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to VCR as shown below. •Tum ON both units. • Set the recording VCR's Input Signal Selector to UNE. Source (Playing) • Set the Camcorder POWER Camcorder switch to VCR. Insert a pre-recorded tape into the Camcorder and a blank tape with a recording tab into your VCR.
  • Page 46 For ordering instructions, see the Accessory Order Form page. Accessory # Description Figure Price PV-A17 $130.00 AC Adaptor with DC Power Cable P-V215 $60.00 3.0Ah Battery Pack PV-BP171 2.4Ah Battery Pack $50.00 P-V214 PV-BP18/ $45.00 1.8Ah Battery Pack P-V611 PV-BP15/ 1.2Ah Battery Pack $45.00 P-V213...
  • Page 47 THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-211-7262 [9 AM-9 PM M-F, 9 AM-7 AM SAT-SUN, EST] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032...
  • Page 48 Be careful not to touch the lens itself when attaching optical filters and lenses. [Wr_u_mumwll...n rin_! .'j rl#lKu#x.mmi_ i_tuEuJ_n[_r_uJ To Remove Tum the EVF Eyepiece counterclockwise 118of a tum. 2Pull Remove any lintor dust particleswith free. a softclean clothbeingcareful notto scratchthe glass surfaces.
  • Page 49 Power Source: Compact VHS Camcorder: DC 6V AC Adaptor: 1I01120/2201240V AC, 50/60 Hz Battery: Nickel-Cadmium Type DC 6V Power Consumption: Compact VHS Camcorder: 6V I)(3 8.5 W (Max. 11.5 W) AC Adaptor: 24W 1.2W (when not in use.) EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Video Signal: 4 rotary heads plus flying erase head.
  • Page 50 • Make sure the TIME LAPSE feature is set to OFF in the sound ... Menu mode (p. 40). "Panasonic IT'S VHS! SO ITS TAPES PLAY • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, and then hold IN YOUR VCR ..." appears in the EVF and down STOP for 5 seconds(approx.) to exit the Demo...
  • Page 51 Clogged Video Head cleaning be performed by a qualified service technician. Please contact your nearest Panasonic Service Center. An altemate solution is to obtain a head cleaning cassette. There are many types of cleaning cassettes, so be sure to follow the cleaning instructions carefully.

  • Page 52: Built-In Auto Light

    Built-In Lens Cover Built-In Twin Capsule Opens automatically when 2-Way Microphone System the Power Switch is set to CAMERA. Tally Lamp See pages 8, 23. See pages 23, 41. Built-in Auto Light See page 22. MANUAL FOCUS Wheel See page 33. Ft_T_ |timTI External MIC IN Connect the extemal Microphone (using...
  • Page 53 LVtlI_ POWER Lamp Lights when the Power Switch is set to VCR or CAMERA. See pages 8, 19. UP • Button REWINDISEARCH Button See pages 13, 14, 15, 16, 25, Seepages 8,26,28,29. 27, 29, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44. PLAY Button (Tracking Control) pages 8, 26, 28, 29, 4&...
  • Page 54 Bright Control Adjusts the brightness of the picture. See pages 24, 28. LCD-OPEN button See pages 24, 28. Volume Control See pages 24, 28. Earphone Jack (Monaural) Connect the earphone (M3 type, not supplied) to the earphone jack for monitor- ing the sound during playback or recording.
  • Page 55 TITLE Button HIGH SPEED See pages 42, 43, 44. SHUTTER Button MENU Button See page 34. See pages 13, 14, 15, 16, 25, 27, 40, 41,42, 43, 44. POWER ZOOM Switch See pages 32, 33. Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) See pages 18, 19, 20, 48. DISPLAY Button See pages 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 25, 27, 29, 40,...
  • Page 56 _l[GRl"h*te_i.J CHARGE Lamp See pages 9, 10. POWER Lamp 9, 11. AC Power Cord See pages 9, 10, 11. VCR DC OUT Battery Charging Connector Compartment See page 11. _-- CAUTION: • See page 9. This unit will operate on 110/120/ 220/240V AC.

  • Page 57: Camera Recording

    AC Adaptor 2, 11, 46 High Speed Shutter 10-Second Reminder Accessories (Optional) High Speed Shutter Accessories (Supplied) Indicator 20, 34 Tally Lamp AudioNideo Cable Tape Speed 2,30,45 Tape Waming , Auto Daylight Saving Light Time Lapse Time Titler 42, 43, 44 Auto Focus Tracking Control Macro Focus...
  • Page 58 Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty pedod by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the original purcnase is required before warranty service is rendered.
  • Page 59 PREPARATIVOS • Conectar la videocdmara a una fuente de alimentaci6n (bateria, adaptador de CA o cable para bateda de coche). • Encender el aparato. • Introducir el casete en el comparUmiento de casetes. la posici6n de Fije el interruptor a CAMERA.
  • Page 60 PAISA CONGELAR UNA IMAGEN • Oprimir el bot6n de pausa/imagen fija (PAUSE/STILL). • Oprimir nuevamente el bot6n cuando se desea continuar reproduciendo. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Puerto Rico, Inc.

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