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Panasonic Palmcorder MultiCam PV-DC352 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Palmcorder MultiCam PV-DC352 Operating Instructions Manual

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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

PV-DC352
Models No.
PV-DC352-K
Mini
R
LSQT0561A

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca LSQT0561A...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Panasonic Responsible 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 3: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards 11) Grounding or Polarization— 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 1) Read Instructions—...
  • Page 4 Important Safeguards Precautions USE & LOCATION ≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and 17) Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. into this video unit through openings as they may touch Do not connect the power supply or operate your dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could Palmcorder if it gets wet.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Using Special Features Standard Accessories ............6 Using a Memory Card............37 Quick Guide................. 7 Recording on the Memory Card......... 37 To View the Playback Picture..........7 Playing Back Files from the Memory Card ......40 Controls and Components........... 8 Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette ..

  • Page 6: Before Using

    7) A/V Cable (l 36) 8) Shoulder Strap (l 14) 9) SD Memory Card (l 57) 10) CD-ROM: VFC3861 VYP8616 USB Driver for Panasonic DVC (l 50) G726 Decoder (l 51) ArcSoft Software (l 48, 49) ® ® Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 7: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide Charge the Battery. (l 12) ≥Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and plug it into the AC Wall Outlet. ≥Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. (This will start the charging process.) ≥The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and charging starts. ≥When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.

  • Page 8: Controls And Components

    Controls and Components 1) LCD Monitor (l 15, 69) ......................................................................................................................................≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
  • Page 9 35) Reset Button [RESET] (l 74) 36) Speaker 37) Cassette Compartment Cover (l 14) 38) Cassette Cover Close Button [PUSH CLOSE] (l 14) 39) Cassette Holder 40) Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (l 14) 41) Lens Hood (l 69) 42) Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) ≥LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

  • Page 10: Remote Controller

    Remote Controller Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Palmcorder, most of the Palmcorder functions can be operated from a distance. START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT Remote Controller Buttons 1) Date and Time Button [DATE/TIME] (l 60) COUNTER RESET TITLE...

  • Page 11: Using The Remote Controller

    ........................................................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 12: Power Supply

    Power Supply ª Using the AC Adaptor Insert the battery-shaped connector of the DC Cable into the Battery Holder on the Palmcorder. Connect the DC Cable to the [DC OUT] Jack on the AC Adaptor. Connect the AC Adaptor and AC Cable. ≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug cannot be pushed fully into the AC Adaptor Jack.

  • Page 13: Lens Cap And Grip Belt

    Lens Cap and Grip Belt ª Attach the Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. Detach the Grip Belt from the Grip Belt Holder. Pass the end of the Lens Cap String through the Lens Cap String holder.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going outdoors to record so as to avoid dropping the Palmcorder. Pass the tip of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holders on the Palmcorder and pull the Shoulder Strap.

  • Page 15: Turning On/Off The Palmcorder And Selecting Modes

    Turning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting Modes Turn on the power first and then select Modes. ª How to Turn on the Power 1, 2 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON] while pressing the center Button ≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. ª...

  • Page 16: Using The Menu Screen

    Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setting, this Palmcorder displays various function settings on menus. 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2 Press the [MENU] Button. W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ ≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the [OFF/ON/ MF/VOL/JOG PUSH MODE] Switch...

  • Page 17: List Of Menus

    List of Menus The illustrations of the Menus are for explanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus. CAMERA SETUP PROG.AE OFF 5 Camera Mode Main-Menu [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Ω º PROGRESSIVE AUTO ON OFF [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu D.ZOOM OFF 25 1) Auto Exposure Mode [PROG.AE] (l 25)
  • Page 18 VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS] [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu 1) Blank Search [BLANK SEARCH] (l 32) 2) Recording to Card [RECORD TO CARD] (l 38) PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS BLANK SEARCH ---- YES 3) Index Search Mode [INDEX] (l 33) RECORD TO CARD ---- YES INDEX PHOTO SCENE...
  • Page 19 Card Playback Mode Main-Menu [CARD FUNCTIONS] [DELETE CARD FILE] Sub-Menu 1) Selecting and deleting a File [DELETE FILE BY SELECTION] (l 44) 2) Deleting All Files [DELETE ALL FILES] (l 44) DELETE CARD FILE 3) Selecting and Deleting a Title [DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION] (l 44) 1.DELETE FILE BY SELECTION 2.DELETE ALL FILES...

  • Page 20: Setting Date And Time

    Setting Date and Time Press the [MENU] Button and rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select CLOCK-SET [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK-SET] >> [YES]. YEAR :2002 MONTH :OCT Rotate and press the [PUSH] Dial to select [YEAR]/[MONTH]/ HOUR : 8PM MINUTE:46 [DAY]/[HOUR]/[MINUTE] and set it to a desired value. ≥Year will cycle in the order shown below.

  • Page 21: Camera Mode

    CAMERA Mode Recording Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON]. ≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector towards [TAPE]. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. ≥Recording starts. ≥After the [RECORD] indicator is displayed, it changes to [REC]. CAMERA ≥The Tally Lamp (LED Lamp) lights up during recording and alerts CARD those being recorded that recording is in progress.

  • Page 22: Photoshot Recording On The Dv Cassette

    PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette With this function, you can record still pictures with sound for approximately PHOTO 7 seconds each on the Cassette. SHOT Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [TAPE]. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording Pause Mode.

  • Page 23: Digital Zoom Function

    Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1t to 10t magnification. With the W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ Digital Zoom Function, you can select a magnification of 25t or 700t. MF/VOL/JOG PUSH Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 24: Cinema Function

    Cinema Function This function is for recording in a cinema-like wide screen. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ [CINEMA] >> [ON]. MF/VOL/JOG PUSH ≥Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen. To Cancel the Cinema Mode Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 25: Quick Start

    Quick Start When this feature is activated, you can resume recording quickly even if the Palmcorder goes into standby mode (when left in Pause mode for 5 minutes). Palmcorder will be ready for shooting in approximately 1.5 seconds when the Power switch is turned [OFF] and back to [ON] again.

  • Page 26: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

    Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Useful for recording fast-moving subjects. 2, 3 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ ≥The [MNL] Indication appears. MF/VOL/JOG PUSH Press the [PUSH] Dial repeatedly until the shutter speed Indication appears. Rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the shutter speed. The Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment 1/60–...

  • Page 27: Recording In Natural Colors (White Balance)

    Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance) 2, 3 Depending on the scene or light conditions, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment Mode may not be able to bring out natural colors. In such a case, W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ MF/VOL/JOG the white balance can be adjusted manually. PUSH Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

  • Page 28: Using The Free Angle Flash

    Using the Free Angle Flash The Built-in Flash enables you to record still pictures in a dark place. Rotating the Flash enables you to light up objects from the upper angle even if the Palmcorder is inclined horizontally. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [FLASH] >>...

  • Page 29: Digital Effect Functions

    Digital Effect Functions This Palmcorder is equipped with digital effect functions that add special 1) MULTI 2) P-IN-P effects to the scene. Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1] 1) [MULTI] Multi-Picture Mode 2) [P-IN-P] Picture-in-Picture Mode 3) [WIPE] Wipe Mode 3) WIPE 4) MIX 4) [MIX] Mix Mode 5) [STROBE] Strobe Mode...

  • Page 30: Multi-Picture Mode

    ª Multi-Picture Mode 1, 2 Strobe Multi-Picture Mode You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures. PHOTO W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ SHOT MF/VOL/JOG Manual Multi-Picture Mode PUSH You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures. After setting [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] >>...

  • Page 31: Vcr Mode

    VCR Mode W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ MF/VOL/JOG PUSH Playing Back The recorded scene can be played back immediately after recording. Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Palmcorder in the VCR Mode. ≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up. Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape. ≥Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback.

  • Page 32: Slow Motion Playback

    Slow Motion Playback This Palmcorder can play back at a slow speed. Press the [1] Button. Press the [E] Button or the [D] Button on the Remote START/ Controller. DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT ≥When the [ ] Button is pressed, Slow Motion Playback proceeds in the COUNTER RESET TITLE...

  • Page 33: Index Search Functions

    Index Search Functions To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Palmcorder automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following. PhotoShot Index Signal W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ MF/VOL/JOG These signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in PUSH PhotoShot Mode (l 22). When recording still pictures using the Continuous PhotoShot Mode (l 22), the index signal is not recorded.

  • Page 34: Playback Zoom Function

    Playback Zoom Function A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback. During playback, press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button on the START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT Remote Controller. COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM ≥The center of the image is enlarged to approximately double the size. MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P...

  • Page 35: Playing Back With Multi-Picture Mode

    ª Playing Back with Multi-Picture Mode Strobe Multi-Picture Mode [STROBE] You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures from playback images. Manual Multi-Picture Mode [MANUAL] 1, 2 1, Selecting a desired still picture one at a time, you can capture 9 still pictures. W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ Index Multi-Picture Mode ([PHOTO], [SCENE]) MF/VOL/JOG...

  • Page 36: Playing Back On Your Tv

    Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Palmcorder to your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. [S-VIDEO IN] ≥Before connecting them, turn off the power of both the Palmcorder and TV. Connect the [A/V OUT] Jack of the Palmcorder to the Video [VIDEO IN] and Audio Input Jacks of the TV.

  • Page 37: Special Features

    Special Features Using a Memory Card A Card can be used to record files or play back files. ≥Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard only. ª Inserting a Memory Card Before inserting a Memory Card, be sure to turn off the Palmcorder. Open the Card Slot Cover.
  • Page 38 ª Card PhotoShot (continued) Recording from a Cassette (VCR Mode) Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD]. Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears. Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD SETUP] >> [PICTURE QUALITY] >> a desired picture quality. Start playback and press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button at the scene you want to record.
  • Page 39 ª Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) You can record moving pictures on a Memory Card for e-mailing. The recorded data can be also played back on a computer with Windows Media Player. Recording from the Palmcorder Lens (Camera Mode) Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD]. Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] until the [MPEG4] Indication appears.

  • Page 40: Playing Back Files From The Memory Card

    Playing Back Files from the Memory Card You can play back files recorded on a Card. ≥When you set the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode, the card contents are displayed to inform you of the type of data (still picture, moving picture and/or voice data) recorded on the Card.

  • Page 41: Copying Pictures From A Memory Card To A Cassette

    ª To Select a Desired File and Play it Back After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode (l 40)..4, 5, Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD]. W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to MF/VOL/JOG PUSH [CARD MODE] until the desired type of data indication appears.

  • Page 42: Slide Show

    Slide Show The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show. 1, 2, 3, You can set up a Slide Show or change the content. 1, 6, 7 4, 5, 7 1, 2, 3 To Select Pictures to Play Back in Slide Show Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 43: Creating A Title

    Creating a Title You can create a title and record on a Memory Card. Camera Mode: 2 2, 4, 5 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to 6, 7 [CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears. W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ MF/VOL/JOG Set the Lens to the image you want to use for creating a title. PUSH VCR Mode: PHOTO...

  • Page 44: Protecting The Files On A Memory Card From Accidental Erasure (File Lock)

    Protecting the Files on a Memory Card from Accidental Erasure (File Lock) Precious files recorded on a Memory Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure. (Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted when the Memory Card is formatted.) 1 1, 2, 3 After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode (l 40)..

  • Page 45: Formatting A Memory Card

    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 setting the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode (l 40)..1, 2 W.B./SHUTTER/IRIS/ Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 46: Copying Your Dv Cassette To An S-Vhs Or Vhs Cassette (Dubbing)

    Copying your DV Cassette to an S-VHS or VHS Cassette (Dubbing) 2, 4, 5 After connecting the Palmcorder and the S-Video, Video and Audio Input Jacks of the VCR as illustrated on the left, start the following 3, 6 procedure. ≥Be sure to press the [OSD] Button on the Remote Controller before copying so that no indications are left visible.

  • Page 47: Using Your Palmcorder With Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing)

    Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing) By connecting this Palmcorder with other digital video equipment (such as another Palmcorder of the same format/model) that has a DV input/output 1, 3 terminal (i.LINK), and using a 4-pin to 4-pin DV Interface cable PV-DDC9 (optional) , high quality image and sounds can be dubbed in the digital mode.

  • Page 48: Using The Software With A Computer

    Using the Software with a Computer An image stored on the DV Cassette can be transferred to your Personal Computer. ª System Requirements for ArcSoft ≥CD-ROM drive (for installation) (for ArcSoft Software) ® For Windows ≥IBM PC/AT or compatible ≥Intel Pentium ll Processor: 266 MHz or more ®...

  • Page 49: Arcsoft Software

    ArcSoft Software There are 4 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package. Before you begin... Open [Start] >> [Programs] >> [ArcSoft] >> [Panorama Maker 3.0] or [PhotoImpression 3.0] or [PhotoBase 3.0] or [PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro]. Panorama Maker 3.0 (Windows, Mac) ≥Easy-to-use photo-stitching program seamlessly combines multiple photos into a single panoramic picture.

  • Page 50: Using The Supplied Usb Connection Kit

    Using the Supplied USB Connection Kit ª Operating environment USB Driver can be installed in a PC/AT compatible personal computer ® ® ® which can run Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 98SE, ® Windows 2000 Professional. ≥USB Driver ® For Windows VFA0366 ≥IBM PC/AT or compatible...

  • Page 51: Using The G726 Decoder

    Using the G726 Decoder G726 Decoder allows you to listen to MPEG4 sound with Windows Media Player. Install it from enclosed CD-ROM. In order for the G726 Decoder to be installed, the hard disk must have at least 16 MB of free space. Before proceeding with installation, check out the amount of free space on the hard disk.

  • Page 52: Check If Palmcorder Is Correctly Recognized

    Double click the icon in task tray. ≥Hardware disconnect dialog box appears. Select [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] and click [Stop]. Verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] is selected and click [OK]. Click [OK]. ≥You can safely disconnect the cable. ®...

  • Page 53: Verifying And Updating Driver

    Select [Start] >> [Settings] >> [Control Panel], double click [System] select device driver tab, verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] and [Panasonic DVC Port Driver] are displayed in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager]. ≥If [DVC] is displayed in [Other devices] of [Device Manager] tab, we...
  • Page 54 (Palmcorder must be connected to computer.) Select [Start] >> [Settings] >> [Control Panel], double click [System] Hardware tab, [Device Manager]. Verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] and [USB Root Hub] in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager] of [Hardware]. ≥If [USB Mass Storage Device] is shown in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager] tab, we recommend updating the driver as described below to Panasonic DVC USB Driver.
  • Page 55 Select [Start] >> [Settings] >> [Control Panel], double click [System], Device Manager tab and verify [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] is displayed in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager]. ≥If [USB Mass Storage Device] is displayed in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager] tab, we recommend updating the driver by following the steps below.

  • Page 56: If You No Longer Need Software Or Driver (Uninstall)

    1 1 1 1 Select [ArcSoft Software]. ª Uninstalling USB driver Select [USB Driver for Panasonic DVC]. Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the Computer operating system OS. Please refer to the user manual of your Computer operating system OS.

  • Page 57: Notes

    ª About the folder structure when using the Notes Memory Card in a personal computer ≥Do not disconnect USB Connection Cable while the ≥When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a operation light of Palmcorder is on. It may freeze the personal computer, folders will be displayed as in the software or destroy the data in transfer.

  • Page 58: Others

    0:00.00 R0:45 INDEX D.ZOOM P-IN-P NEGA VOLUME 5:30:45PM OCT 1 2002 6) Index ≥For several seconds while index signals are being Others recorded, the [INDEX] Indication flashes. (l 33) Search Number [S1] (l 33) Indications ≥The figure indicates which number of scenes ahead from the present scene is to be played back.
  • Page 59 PICTURE SLIDE! ª 100-0012 1/500 F2.4 MAGICPIX Z.MIC µ £ ß F 15 640 WIND-CUT PICTURE 11) Recording Mode 23) Card File Indications 2 (CARD P.B. Mode) ≥AUTO: ≥Image size [ This appears when Mode Selector Switch is ] (l 37, 40) 1280 set to [AUTO].

  • Page 60: Warning/Alarm Indications

    ª Changing the Counter Display Mode AV INPUT RECORDING: When you are attempting to record By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] on the Memory Card during dubbing Sub-Menu, you can change the Counter Display Mode to (l 47) on the Cassette. Tape Counter Indication (0:00.00), Memory Counter NO CARD: There is no Memory Card inserted.

  • Page 61: Notes & Precautions

    ª Progressive PhotoShot Notes & Precautions Function (l 22) ≥The still pictures are recorded at a slightly rewound point from where you press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. ª Power-Related Items (l 12) ≥When you change to the still picture Mode, you will hear a ≥When the Palmcorder is used for a long time, the Camera click.
  • Page 62 ª Electronic Image Stabilizer Function ª Quick Start (l 23) (l 25) ≥Under conditions of dim lighting, the Electronic Image ≥This Function is not activated in the following cases even if Stabilizer Function will not operate correctly. In such a the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights: ≥A tape is not inserted, while the Tape Mode is set.
  • Page 63 ª Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment ≥Using the Flash outdoors, with backlight, or in other bright (l 26) conditions may result in white blotches (colour blotches) on ≥You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of the pictures. a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject.
  • Page 64 ª Index Search Functions ª Audio Dubbing (l 33) (l 36) ≥Index Search may not be possible at the beginning of tape. ≥The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed. ≥Because PhotoShot Index Signals are not recorded on still ≥Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot be dubbed.
  • Page 65 ª Recording to a Card from other equipment ª Card Playback (l 40) ≥If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the screen (l 38) becomes white and the [NO PICTURE], If you set the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [NO MPEG4 DATA] or [NO VOICE DATA] Indication [CARD], you can use the Card PhotoShot Function for appears depending on the mode selected.

  • Page 66: Using A Card In A Personal Computer

    ª Slide Show ª Using a Card in a Personal Computer (l 42) ≥The playback time can be set from 5 to 99 seconds. ≥To erase pictures that you recorded on the Card by using ≥Perform the Slide Show Settings with your own the Palmcorder, be sure to erase them on the Palmcorder, Palmcorder.

  • Page 67: Cautions For Use

    Cautions for Use Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Palmcorder. ≥If the Palmcorder is sprayed with such chemicals, the ª After Use Palmcorder body may deform and the surface finish may Take out the Cassette. (l 14) peel off.

  • Page 68: Optimal Use Of The Battery

    Palmcorder needs to be cleaned at a service center. ≥The number of hours you should wait depends on the Please consult a distributor or Panasonic Servicenter. amount of condensation and ambient temperature. ≥Video head cleaners can be purchased from service 2 to 3 hours later, turn on the Palmcorder and centers.

  • Page 69: Cautions For Storage

    ª Cautions for Storage ª LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Before storing the Palmcorder, take the Cassette out LCD Monitor ≥In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation and detach the Battery. may take place on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with soft dry Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively cloth.

  • Page 70: Explanation Of Terms

    Explanation of Terms Auto White Balance Adjustment This Palmcorder stores settings that are optimal for several ª Digital Video System kinds of general light sources. The Palmcorder determines In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted the hue of light that it receives through the lens and White into digital signals and recorded on a tape.

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications Card Memory Functions Recording Media: SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard Image Compression: JPEG Digital Palmcorder Information for your safety Video Compression: MPEG4 Sound Compression: G.726 Power Source: DC 7.8/7.2 V Power Consumption: Recording Maximum Number of pictures that can be recorded on the 6.5 W supplied SD Memory Card When the size of pictures is [1280t960]...

  • Page 72: Palmcorder Accessory System

    Palmcorder Accessory System Description Accessory# Figure PV-DAC11A (For USA) AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable PV-DAC11A-K (For Canada) *CGR-D08A/1B 800mAh/Rechargeable (Replaces Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGR-D120A/1B) *CGR-D16A/1B 1600mAh/Rechargeable (Replaces Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGR-D220A/1B) 2800mAh/Rechargeable *CGP-D28A/1B Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGR-D53A/1K 5300mAh/Rechargeable (Replaces...

  • Page 73: Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

    [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.

  • Page 74: Before Requesting Service (Problems And Solutions)

    Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) If you are experiencing one of the following problems with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for Problems and Solutions. Problems Solutions The Palmcorder power cannot be turned on. Is the power source connected correctly? The Palmcorder power turned off automatically.
  • Page 75 Cassette or personal computer. (l 41, 50) Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be used. There is a possibility of damage to either the Palmcorder or the Card. Please contact Panasonic Call Center.

  • Page 76: Request For Service Notice

    Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Camcorder Repair Please write the displayed above Self Diagnostic number here.

  • Page 77: Limited Warrant (For Usa Customers)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b)

  • Page 78: Customer Services Directory

    Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”). Service in Puerto Rico 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...

  • Page 79: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

    5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

  • Page 80: Index

    Index ª A Mix Mode ..............29, 34 Mosaic Mode ..............29, 34 AC Adaptor ............... 12 Moving Picture (MPEG4) Recording .........39 ArcSoft ................49 Multi-Picture Mode ............30, 35 Audio Dubbing ..............36 ª N Auto Focus ............... 70 Auto White Balance Adjustment ........70 Negative Mode ............29, 34 ª...

  • Page 81: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ª Para iniciar Cargue la batería. ≥Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA en el adaptador de CA y en la toma de corriente de CA. ≥Coloque la batería con el adaptador de CA. (Eso hará empezar la carga).
  • Page 82 ª Para introducir una tarjeta de memoria. Antes de introducir una tarjeta de memoria, asegúrese de que esté desactivada la videocámara. Abra la tapa de la ranura de la tarjeta. Manteniendo la tarjeta de memoria con su ángulo cortado hacia la derecha, introdúzcala en la ranura de tarjeta. Cierre el asiento de la tarjeta.
  • Page 84 Executive Office: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 Panasonic Company East: 6749 Baymeadow Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 Panasonic Company Central: 1707 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123 Panasonic Company West: 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”)

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