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Trade Name:Panasonlc Responsible party:Matsusbita 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...
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Important Safeguards 11) Grounding or Poladzation -- This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one blade Wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a Read Instructions --All the safety and operating third (grounding)
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Precautions Important Safeguards USE & LOCATION 17) Objects and Liquids -- Never push objects of any kind • TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD .. Your Palmcorder and into this video unit through openings as they may touch power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could Do not connect the power supply or operate your result in a fire or electric shock.
Special Features Contents Using a Memory Card ............Before ReCording on the Memory Card ........Before Using ............... Playing Back Pictures on the Memory Card ...... 35 Standard Accessories ............Copying pictures on a Memory Card to a Cassette .._.36 Quick Guide ................
Before Using These operating fnstructions are designed for use with models PV-DV901 ' jf and PV-DV851. Pictures may be slightly different from the original. • Features may vary, so please read carefully, I "]rJ I]_r{;[.l] "[dLvd J]Lr_Im][] PV-DAC 11B LCD Monitor 2.5 inch (63.5 ram) 3.0 inch (76.2 ram) Liquid Crystal Oisptay...
Quick Guide Charge the Battery. (4 12) • Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and AC Jack. • Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. (This will start charging,) • When the Charge Lamp [CHARGE] goes off, the Battery is fulJy •...
Remote Controller Using the wireless remote controller that is supplied with the Palmcorder, most of the Palmcorder functions can be operated from a distance, Remote Controller Buttons Date and Time Sutton [DATFJTtME] (4 50) Indication Output Button [OSD] (-) 33) Counter Reset Sutton [RESET] (4 57) fndicatton Shift Button [COUNTER] (4 50)
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Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor. 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.
Power Supply IBUsing the AC Adaptor Slide theViewfinder backward and then tilt it upward. Insert the battery.shaped connector of the DC Input Lead into the Battery Holder on the Palmcorder. Connect the DC connector plug to the [DC OUT] Jack on the AC Adaptor.
Lens Cap and Grip Belt To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. Attach the longer loop of the Lens Cap Cord to the Lens Cap. Attach the shorter loop to the grip belt.
Turning on/off the Palmcorder and selecting Modes Turn on the power first and then select Modes. IBHow to Turn on the Power Set the [OFF/ONIMODE] Switch to [ON] while pressing Center Button oThe [CAMERA] Lamp lights up, IBHow to Switch Modes Slidethe [OFFION/MODE] Switch.
Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setting, this Palmcorder displays various function settings on menus. Pressthe [MENU] Button. eWhen the [CAMERA] Lamp is on, the Camera Function Menu is displayed. 0 eWhen the [VCR] Lamp is on, the VCR Function Menu is displayed• ==When the [CARD P.B.] Lamp is on, the Card Function Menu {s displayed.
List of Menus The iUustrations of the Menus ore for exptanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus, 1) _ -=..Camera Mode Main-Menu [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] r PROG, < _OFF PROGRESS_VE_AUTO [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu "_EiS ,OFF oNOFF Auto Exposure Mode [PROG.AE]{_ 4) 11"...
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VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS] [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu Blank Search [BLANK SEARCH}(4 Recording to Card {RECORD TO CARD}(4 "3) Index Search Mode {INDEX](4 Audio Output Mode [AUDIO] (-!_ 33) Audio Selector [AUDIO OUTJ (4 53) Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN] [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu...
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Card Playback Mode Main-Menu [DELETE PICTURE/TITLE] Sub-Menu Imm=|l DELETE PICTURE Selecting and deleting a Picture [DELETE PICTURE BY SELECTION1 SELECTION _OELETE ALLPICTURES (_ 38) _.OELETE TITLE SELECTION 3) _ Deleting All Pictures [DELETE ALL PICTURES[ (-4, 38) Selecting and Deleting a Title ]DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION] (4, 38) I_ETURN ..
Setting Date and Time Press the [MENU] Button and rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK-SET] >> [YES]. i ,°°, Rotate and press the [PUSH] Dial to select [YEAR]J[MONTH]! _ 10 HO_JR M_N_'TE_ [DAY]/[HOUR]/[MINUTE] and set it to a desired value.
Recording Set the [OFFtON/MODE] Switch to [ON]. • The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. O Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. • Recording starts. eAfler the [RECORD] is displayed, it changes to [REC]. O =The Tally Lamp (LED Lamp) O lights up during recording and alerts those being recorded that recording is in progress.
PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette With this function,.you can record still pictures with sound for approximately seconds each on the Cassette. Slide the ]TAPE/CARD] Selector to [TAPE]. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording Pause Mode. oThe Palmcorder records a still picture for about 7 seconds and then switches back to the Recording Pause Mode.
Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record crose-up shots of subjects located beyond a norrnat zoom range of 1 X to 10X magnification. With the digital zooming Function, you can select a magnification el 25 X or even to 100X, Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS]...
Backlight Compensation Function This prevents a recording subject from being recorded darker in backlight, (Backlight is the light that shines from behind a recording subject,) Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button.. LIGHT eThe [['_l] Indication O flashes and then is displayed, To resume normal Recording...
Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Useful for Recording fast-moving subjects Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL], =,The [MNL] Indication appears. Press the [PUSH] Dial repeatedly until the shutter speed display appears. Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the shutter speed. The Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment 1/60-1/8000...
Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance) Depending on the scene or light condition+ the Automatic White Balance Adjustment Mode may not be able to bring out natural colors. In such a case, the white balance can be.adjusted manually. Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].
Digital Effect Functions This Pslmcorder Lsequipped with digital effect Functions that add special effects to the scene. 1) MULTI 2) P-IN-P , Digitat Effects 1 [EFFECT1} [MULTI} Multi-Picture Mode [P-IN-P} Picture,in-Picture Mode [WIPE} Wipe Mode [MIX} Mix Mode 3) WIPE 4) MIX [STROBE] Strobe Mode...
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• Multi-Picture Mode Strobe Multi-Picture Mode _]): You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures. Manual Multi-Picture Mode 0: You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures. After setting [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] >> [MULTI] ..Set [MULTI-PICTURES] >>...
Playing Back The recorded scene can be i_layed back immediately after recording. Slide the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Palmcorder the VCR Mode. • The [VCR] Lamp lights up. O Press the [4,4] Button to rewind the tape. • Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback, •...
Slow Motion Playback This Palmcorder can pray back at a slow speed. Press the [1_] Button, Press the [_1] Button or the _1,] Button on the Remote Controller. • When the f,tllJ Button is pressed, S_ow Motion Playback proceeds in the reverse dLrection, while pressing the [_=-]Button starts Stow Motion P_ayback in the forward direction.
Index Search Functions To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Palrncorder automatically records Tndex signals during recording, as explained in the following, Photoshot Index Signal These signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in Pholoshot Mode (4 21). When recording still pictures using the Continuous Photoshot Mode (4 21), the index signal is not recorded.
Playback Zoom Function A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback. During playback, press the Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] on the Remote Controller. • The center of the image is enlarged to approximately double the size. Changing the Zoom Magnification...
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iPlaying Back with Multi-Picture Mode ,j,!,, Strobe Multi-Picture Mode [STROBE] O: You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures from playback images. Manual Multi-Picture Mode [MANUAL] O: Selecting a desired still picture one at a time, you can capture 9 still pictures. Index Multi-Picture Mode ([PHOTO], [SCENE]) _):...
Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Palmcorder with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. • Before connecting them, turn off the power of both the Palmcorder and TV. Connect the [AV INtOUT] Jack of the Palmcorder to the...
Using a Memory Card IIInserting a Memory Card Before insedlng a Memory Card, be sure to turn the Palmcorder off, Slide the [OPEN] Lever to the right and open the Card Slot Cover. While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right, insert it into the Card Slot.
UAutomatically copying still pictures recorded on a cassette The Palmcorder copies images automatically, referring to Photo lndex s_gnals. After set to the VCR Mode (-I_ 28) ..Set the Palmcorder to Still Playback Mode just before the point where picture transfer is to commence. Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >>...
iT• Select a Desired Picture and Play it Back After set to the Card Playback Mode (_ 35) ..Press the [MULTI] Button. • The still pictures recorded on the Memory Card are displayed in Multi- Picture Mode. 0 Rotate the [PUSH] Dial and select a desired...
Creating a Title You can create a title and record on a Memory Card. Camera Mode: Set the Lens to the image you want to use for creating a title. VCR Mode: Search for the image you want to use for creating a title and set the Patmcorder to Still Playback...
Protecting the Pictures on a Memory Card from Accidental Erasure (FileLock) Precious pictures recorded on a Memory Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure, (Even if piclures are locked, the pictures will be deleted when the Memory Card is formatted.) After set to the Card Playback Mode (-_ 35) ..
Formatting a Memory Card If a Memory Card becomes unreadable by the Palmcorder, formatting it may make it reusable. Formatting will delete all the data recorded on a Memory Card. After set to the Card Playback Mode (,4 35) ..Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >>...
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Copying your DV Cassette to an S-VHS or VHS Cassette [Dubbing) After connecting the Palmcorder and the S-Video, Video end Audio 2, 4, 5 Input Jacks ® of the VCR as illustrated on the left, start the following IS-V_DEO IN) (_) procedures.
Note: • For more detatfed information, ptease visit their web site at: htt p:/Iwww.dlgltalorigin.com htl p:l/www.justedit.com htlp:Uwww.pinnaclesys,com • Please note that Panasonic Palmcorder may not be compatible with all editing software pakages. Please check with the individual software companies.
Using the Supplied Software with a Computer An image stored in the DVCassetta can be transferred to your Personal Computer. IBSystem Requirements for PHOTOVU LINK & ArcSoft • iBM PC/AT or compatible. • Intel ® PentJum ® Processor: 266MHz or more •...
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• Make Palmcorder-Computer connections. (4 42) oTum your Computer on. • Set Palmcorder to VCR Mode. Running the Software Click [Start] >> [Programs] >> [panasonic] >> [Palmcorder]>> [PHOTOVU LINK]. • [PHOTOVU LINK] is opened. Note COM Port and Baudrate are automatically selected.
ArcSoft Software There are 3 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software. Before you begin,,. Open [Start] >> [Programs] >> [ArcSoft] >> [Panorama Maker 2000] or [Ph0tolmpression 2000] or [PhotoPrtnter 2000 Pro]. Panorama Maker 2000 • Easy-to-use photo-stitching program seamlessly combines multiple photos into a single panoramic picture.
Using the Supplied USB Reader/Writer for SD Memory Card Using the supplied USB Reader/Wrlter for SD Memory Card lets you import the stitt pictures recorded on the Mult_MediaCard or SD Memory Card with ease into a computer. Supplied Accessories USB Reader/Writer for SD Memory Card CD-ROM Computer...
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Illnstalling the driver of the USB Reader/Writer for SD Memory Card (Windows ® 2000) Turn on the power of the computer, and start Windows. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, and then click [EXIT] after the menu Window appears. •...
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EEConcerning the SD Memory Card and IETo remove the USB Reader/Writer for SD MultiMediaCard Memory Card (Windows ® 98/Me) SD Memory Card Close the software program that is using the The SD Memory Card (supplied) is the same size as a USB Reader/Writer for SD Memory Card.
- _._ 1)-- 0:00.00 LINDEX 5 X wr'_'_IRECT. --9) • R0:45 3)-- "D.ZOOM 4)-- "P-IN-P 5)-- "NEGA VOLUME C-3 II II | II .5:30:45PM •OCT 1 2001 ii,ii ,i,i i, • , u i • i IILI,, ..Indications Tape Run Indications •...
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PICTURE MNL EIS- --12) .IMGA0012.JPG --13) 19)-- --I 4) -15) 1/500- I_F2.4 - --16) --20) -17) WIND-C UT[P-I - --21) 12) Recording Mode 18) File Type Display [PICTURE/TITLE] (4 35, 37) =AUTO: This appears when Mode Selector Switch is 19) File Name Display (..) 35, 36, 37) set to [AUTO].
IIIChanging the Counter Display Mode AV INPUT RECORDING: By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub- When you are attempting to record Menu, you can change the Counter Display Mode to Tape on the Memory Card during dubbing Counter Indication (0:00.00), Memory Counter Indication (4 40, 41) on the Cassette.
Notes&Precautions • When the pictures are displayed on a Multi screen or P-IN- P screen • Power-Related Items (4 12) • Continuous Phofoshot Function • When the Palmcorder is used for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction. iZoom In/Out Functions (., 21, 22) •...
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• M ulti-Picture Mode (Camera Mode) (-_ 27) • Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment (4 24) • When [PROGRESSIVE] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub- • You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of Menu is [ON], Multi Mode cannot be used, a brightly shining subject or highly rellective subject.
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• Listening to Playback Sound Through •]Card Functions (-_ 34- 39) • Do not touch the connector terminal located on the back of Headphones (_ _) the card. If you want to listen to the playback sound of a tape through •...
Caution for Use • The Palmcorder body may deform and the surface finish may peel ell • Before.cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out the AC UAfter Cable from the AC Jack. Take out the Cassette. (4 13) • Wipe the Patmcorder with a soft dry cloth, To remove Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF].
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Notes: 1Condensation • Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner. 11 excessive moisture condenses in the unit, [DEW Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and then use DETECTED] Indication wilt flash, and the Palmcorder will it again from the beginning in the same manner as before.
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IIILCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood IgCautions for Storage LCD Monitor Before storing the Palmcorder, take the Cassette out • Jn a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation and detach the Battery. may take place on the LeD Monitor. Wipe it with soft dry Store al_the components in a dry place with a relatively cloth.
Explanation of Terms Auto White Balance Adjustment This Palmcorder stores settings that are optimal for several kinds of genera} light sources. The Palmcorder determines IIDigital Video System the hue of light that it receives through the lens and White In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted Balance Sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, into digital signals and recorded on a tape.
Card Memory Functions Specifications SD MemoryCard, MultiMediaCard Recording Media: JPEG image Compression: Digital Palmeorder Information 1or your safety Maximum Number of pictures that can be recorded on the Power Source: DC 7.8/7.2 v supplied SD Memory Card (PV-DV901) Power Consumption: Recording When the size of pictures is Jt 200X900] 6,5W...
Palmcorder Accessory System AC Adaptor with AC Cable PV-DAC 11A $120.00 and DC Cable *CGR-D08N1B 800mAH/Rechargeable $69.95 (Replaces Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGR-D120A/1 *CGR-D16A/1B 1600mAH/Rechargeable $99.95 (Replaces Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGR-D220A!1 2800mAH/Rechargeable $129.95 *CGP-D28AJ1B Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGR-D53N1K 5300mAH/Rechargeable $229.95 (Replaces...
THE FOLLOWING: 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 TtME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032...
Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) If you have a probtem with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be somelhing you can correct yourself. Check the list below for symptoms and corrections. Problems Solutions The Palmcorder power cannot be turned on. Is the power source connected correcUy? The Palmcerder power is turned off automatically.
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Cassette or personal computer. -I, 36, 45, 46) Even If a Card is formatted, it cannot be used. There is a possibility of damage to either the Palmcorder or the Card. Ptease contact Panasonic Calt Center.
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N_RandaVl Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Camcorder Repair Please write the displayed above Self Diagnostic number here.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as "the Warrantor") will repair this product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, in the USA or Puerto Rico, in the event of a defect in materials or...
1-800-332.-5368 (Customer Orders Only) Panasoni Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) l'-rt_ms=_'_'i'""_ Centralized Factory Servicenter Panasonic Services Company MAIL TO : 1705N.Randalt R oad,...
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Gufa espa_ola para el uso r_pido iPara iniciar Cargue la bater_a, • Conecte el cable eldctrico de CA en el adaptador de CA yen la toma de cordente de CA. • Coloque la bater(a Con el adaptador de CA. (Eso hard empezar la carga).
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• Para introducir una tarjeta de memoria. Antes de inlroduc{r u na tarjeta de memoria, aseg_rese de que est_ desactlvada la videoc&mara. Empuje la palanca [OPEN] hacia la derecha y abra el asiento de la tarjeta de memoria. Manteniendo la tarjeta de memoria con su dngulo cortado hacia la derecha, introddzcala en la ranura de tarjeta.
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Executive Office: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 Panasonic Company East: 6749 Baymeadow Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 Panasonic Company Central: t707 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123...
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