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Panasonic Palmcoder PV-A228 Operating Instructions Manual

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Palr)-)COl_dEp_
Camco_er
Operating
Instructions
PV-A228
Please readtheseinstructions carefullybeforeattempting to operatethis product. P leasesavethis manual.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guia para rdpida consulta en espaSol estd incluida.
VQTW0690(A)

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  • Page 1 Panason,c ® Palr)-)COl_dEp_ Camco_er Operating Instructions PV-A228 Please readtheseinstructions carefullybeforeattempting to operatethis product. P leasesavethis manual. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guia para rdpida consulta en espaSol estd incluida. VQTW0690(A)
  • Page 2 Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchasedone of the mostsophisticated and reliableproductson the market today. Used properly,it willbringyou years of enjoyment.Pleasetake time to fill in the informationbelow.The serial numberis on the tag locatedon the undersideof your Camcorder.Be sure to retain this manual as yourconvenientCamcorderinformation source.
  • Page 3 II_z_rgBBbxuureluAr.nf:i 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 1. Read Instructions m 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 blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding 2.
  • 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 c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or tines or other electric light or power circuits, or water.
  • Page 6 Things You Should Know ....................Important Safeguards ....................... Precautions ........................Self Demo Mode ....................... Quick Operation Guide ..................... Supplying Power ....................... Cassette Information ....................... MENU Mode........................Setting the Clock ......................Electronic Viewfinder Indications ..................Attaching the Shoulder Strap ..................| -_1_"] [e,leJ H_ iP¢.l I [o] i Camera Recording......................22...
  • Page 7 If the screen at right appears in the EVF, the Self Demo mode is on. To tum EVF Screen it off, please follow the steps below. rPanas0nic rr's VHSI SO ITS TAPES PLAY IN YOUR VCR 23x HI-DERNmON LENS DEDICATED 5-HEAD AUTO/PHRASE TITLER Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
  • Page 8 [IklllntuKtwhuuuu-dml_., Chargethe Battery Pack full; beforeoperation (see page 9). Attach a fully charged Battery (see page 9). Slide the TAPE EJECT switch to open door. 1neert cassette (see page 12). Set POWER switch to CAMERA. Built-InLens Cover opensand POWER 4Press here to close door.
  • Page 9 Charge the Battery Pack fully before operation. POWER Lamp in the AC Adaptor. CHARGE Lamp 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

    fa_liEu_ wNDnw_yAl&u..lu_ 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 The POWER Lamp remains lit as long as the AC Adaptor is plugged in. the AC Adaptor.
  • Page 11 DC Power Cable DC IN Connect VCR DC OUT on the POWER Lamp Connector AC Adaptor to DC IN on the I ._---_-_-_ Camcordar with the DC Power C ,e(su ed). ,u0,n AO,,or. • The POWER Lamp will light. Notes: •...
  • Page 12 [lkl_ylrlt_ rJa_yuufr..thu..iK._ um 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. _lnsert the cassette vertically with its window side facing out.

  • Page 13: Menu Mode

    Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode. I'm11 ; ,_nO_ANU_LI MENU I TN..LYU_P ,:°-| DISPLAY I sac-r: PUSH WAKW : PUSH _Am'I.AY KEY| |SET keNO :_ u_u m"...

  • 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... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. The Camcorderisset to Eastem time •...
  • Page 15 Theclock will a utomatically adjust todaylight saving t ime:.'- efore you begin... • Connectthe Camcorderto a power source. • Set the POWERswitchto CAMERA. [- Note: J. When the POWER switchis set to VCR, the l CLOCK SET menuwill be displayed. I •...
  • Page 16 Before you begin... _-_ihllza rlal_ rlJ'i_rrurlaHrBJ#.r_ • Connect the Csmcorderto s power source. The date and time are calculated, including • Set the POWERswitchto CAMERA. leap year, up to DEC 31 2096. • When the POWER switch Is set to VCR, the ote: CLOCK SET menu will be displayed.
  • Page 17 Insert the Battery Tray until both triangle marks meet. WARNING: Note: lace battery with Panasonic PART NO. • Make sure your Camcorder is off when W0004. (CR2025) only. Use of another replacing the Battery. ery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 18: Electronic Viewfinder Indications

    Yk_fJI_iHrlhumwhm._._.n_ The tape remaining and battery charge level can be displayed during recording. the POWER switch to CAMERA. Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select the desired display. EVF Indications I ,x,,.=m Fifth Rrst k _" "" J4b:. BatteryCharge Tape pre_l i1==_= press (Initial screen) Remaining:...
  • Page 19 ® ® IVCR-MODEI 2:00:OOAM 1 19981 (]) Battery Remaining Indication (see page 18) When a I:mttery recharge is necessary, "WARNING LOW BATTERY" will appear in the EVF. The extemal Power Lamp will start to flash and the Camcorder will automatica!ly tum OFF in 15 seconds. (_ Tape Remaining Indication •...

  • Page 20: Backlight

    ® ®,® .-_2N00:00AML, 19981 (_) Zoom Magnification level (see page 29). (_ High Speed Shutter Indication (see page 31). _) VCR-MODE Indication Appears for one minute if the POWERswitch is set to VCR or the RECORD/PAUSE button is pushed in VCR MODE. (_ DEW Indication If excessive moisture condenses in the unit, "WARNING DEW DETECTED"...
  • Page 21 • Make sure the Battery Pack is not attached. Undo the two strap ends fromtheir buckles. Thread the strap ends through the Strap Attachment Rings. Reinsert the strap ends through their buckles. • Make sure the strapsare not twisted. min. 1 inch (25.4mm) m1"i_,_._hll._iar_,_Ull..-all.
  • Page 22 Before you begin... _,_ieJl..t'a rtxu,z._(_lwn_ • Con n_ 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. Lamp • Make sure the POWER switch is PAUSE fully rotated to...
  • Page 23 HS.,_ r_,#.l, Bel,i.P_i-_,gt-_i_ Ly.J 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 24 F_mm,.,m,_ Or#h'd#_#EmmmzmBm_ If you stop recording but plan to resume within 24 hours, use the Edit Standby feature to make a smooth transition between scenes. while Press RECORD/PAUSE 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 25 Before you begin... Ibxemx..I.t.IBtTuK.xdwIF • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. You can programthe Camcorderto start For extended periods of recording, it is and stop recordingat a preset time. You recommended to use the AC Adaptor for a can also do an Interval Recordingwhich power source.
  • Page 26 F',V_It'V_/W_."/_MYt/)_A Before you begin... • Connectthe Camcorderto a power source. • Insert • recordedcassette. Set the POWER switch to VCR. (_ Press the REWIND/SEARCH button to rewind the tape. FAST O Press PLAY to start playback. 1_ Press STOP to stop playback. Auto Play When the POWER switch is set to VCR, playback will automatically begin if the...
  • Page 27 VM! rUilAv..u_l._tm,nln_. Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. Your Camcorder may be connected t'o a TV to play back tapes or to view what you are recording. Set the POWER switch to VCR for tape playback. with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks.
  • Page 28 VUi_&vez_CUN ,l_'_lil, U ri_E_ rUt_/AvJJ'_N 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 replacement is necessary. l em a_'_ u x i YllSl n_ it L'_,'_u h _m Turn the Tape Wheel on the cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up any slack.
  • Page 29 r &.teJa_ .uccA rk.iKcaj _'.., 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 angle shots. The zooming speed rangesfrom a slow Zoom In ("T") speed of 16 secondsto a fast 2 seconds accordingto the pressureappliedto the...
  • Page 30 mVllB] Ir_mxu iB.-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 notappear in the EVF. lllro,lm.l&.m,_ Use Manual Focus...
  • Page 31 To record high speed motion (e.g. a tennis stroke) for improved STILL or SLOW MOTION playback, when Watching the tape on this Camcorder or a VHS 3 or 4 head VCR. Before you begin.., • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. •...

  • Page 32: Fade

    Before you begin... _O.an_=_'knttu_ _wuem_r_t_ • Connect the Camcorder to a power source. Make smoothscene transitionsfor a more • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. professionallook. Fade In: Starting the first scene with "fade in" can be very effective. During the RECORD/PAUSE mode, press the FADE button to make =FADE"...

  • Page 33: Tallylamp

    • You can chooseto have the Tally lamp come on or stay offduring recording. The defaultsettingfrom 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). Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode.
  • Page 34 E_k'lr//t 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 Camcorder will automatically • Insert a cassette with record tab (see page 12) display the appropriate title when the power is first tumed on.
  • Page 35 •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 Last Monday in May HAPPY FATHER'S DAY / WE LOVE YOU! 3rd Sunday in Jun.
  • Page 36 PJ m 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). MENU DISPLAY Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode. Press UP • or DOWN •...
  • Page 37 |)t-_ln_t_ _mKodma Before you begin... • Connect the Camcorder to VCR as shown below. •Tum ON both units. • Set the recording VCR's Input Signal Selector to LINE. 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 38 Forordering instructions, seetheAccessory Order F orm page. Accessory Figure Price Description PV-A17 AC Adaptor with $130.00 DC Power Cable P-V215 $60.00 3.0Ah Battery Pack $50.00 PV-BP171 2.4Ah Battery Pack P-V214 PV-BP18/ $45.00 1.8Ah Battery Pack P-V611 $45.00 PV-BP15/ 1.2Ah Battery Pack P-V213 PV-AA6...
  • Page 39 TO O_TAIN ANY OF OUR OMNIMOVIE/PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALLPANASONIC'SACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-211-7262 _.__ [9 AM-9 PM M-F, 9 AM-7 AM SAT-SUN, EST] ..MAILTHIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent,WA. 98032...
  • Page 40 mYh.u_al_lJ_ftu.lMIItuM.'_l.,dh,mni..z_,._ Be carefulnotto touchthe lens itselfwhen attachingopticalfiltersand lenses. [Mt_.llmm[uwhi_AW_iNruumx.nm_tuquJlnl_tum_ To Remove (_Side view) J_ Slide and hold the EYEPIECE RELEASE button. Slide the eyepiece in the direction of the arrow. (DO NOT TWIST) blower, available at photography -_--- Remove any lint or dust particles with a stores.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    (b) Cleaning the Heads: It is recommended that head cleaning be performed by a qualified service technician. Please contact your nearest Panasonic Service Center. altemate solution is to obtain a head cleaning cassette. There are many types of cleaning cassettes,...
  • Page 42 ... speed motion was particularlyrapid may produce thiseffect. This is normal. =Panasonic IT'S VHS! SO ITS TAPES • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA,andthen hold PLAY IN YOUR VCR ..." appears in the downSTOP for 5 seconds(approx.)to exitthe EVF and Monitor...
  • Page 43 rarmf_ LTtr, l lu Built-In Lens Cover Tally Lamp Opens automatically when Suilt-ln Twin Capsule See pages 22, 33. the Power Switch is set to 2-Way Microphone System CAMERA. See pages 8, 22. PUSH TO CLOSE See pages 8, 12. MANUAL FOCUS Wheel See page 30.

  • Page 44: High Speed

    I [!l p l /JJ TITLE Button HIGH SPEED SHUTTER Button See pages 34, 35, 36. See page 31. MENU Button See pages 13, 14, 15, 16, POWER ZOOM Switch 23, 25, 33, 34, 35, 36. See pages 29, 30. Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) See pages 18, 19, 20, 40.

  • Page 45: Battery Refresh

    BT_Wto.o:J Lamp ,AC Power Cord POWER Lamp See pages 9, I0, 1I. See pages 9, 11. CAUTION: • This unit will operate on 110/120/ 220/240V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120V AC° Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting VCR DC OUT...
  • Page 46 Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty per od 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 purchase is required before warranty service is rendered.
  • Page 47 PREPARATIVOS • Conectar la videocdmam a una fuente de alimentaci6n (bateda, adaptador de CA o cable para baterfa de coche). • Encender el aparato. • Introducir el casete en el compartimiento de casetes. I[Ht_TSAI[M_ttJ_! PAUSE .J[. Fije el interruptor a la posicibn de CAMERA.
  • Page 48 PAR,A CONGELAR UNA IMAGEN ..• Oprimir el bot6n de pausa/imagen fija (PAUSE/STILL). • Oprimir nuevamente el bot6n cuando se desea continuar reproduciendo. Panas_)nic 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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