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Quasar VML458 User's Manual

1. Connect the Camcorder to VCR as shown below e Turn ON both units Set the recording VCR s Input Signal Selector to LINE Set the Camcorder POWER switch to VCR Source Playing Camcorder I Insert a pre recorded tape into the Camcorder and a blank tape with a recording tab into your VCR 2 Press PLAY on the Camcorder and when you find the starting point press STILL i D REC on your VCR and then Out immediately press STILL PAUSE VCR Buttons VHF Connecting Cable not supplied PAUSE STILL STOP REW PLAY FF REC E S STILL on the Camcorder and press STILL PAUSE on the VCR to simultaneously start both units i Audio ib aa Video D ess STOP on both units when dubbing is complete Audio Video Cable Note supplied Tapes recorded on other VCRs and used for playback in the Camcorder must be recorded in SP or SLP mode For technical reasons dubbing a tape may reduce its quality Monitor with your TV Turn the TV ON and select its VCR channel CH3 or CH4 Set the VCR TV Selector on the recording VCR to VCH CAUTION Unauthorized exchanging and or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement 37 Palmcorder Accessory System For ordering instructions see the Accessory Order Form page eee Figure Dee PV A17 P V215 PV BP17 P V214 AC Adaptor with 130 00 DC Power Cable 60 00 50 00 1 8Ah Battery Pack 45 00 1 2Ah
2. VISI Ue un e pascal Palmcorder Camcorder VML458 Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate this product Please save this manua Spanish Quick Use Guide is included Gu a para r pida consulta en espa ol est incluida Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic You have purchased 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 seria number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camcorder Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No Model No Serial No Unpack your Camcorder These accessories are provided in order to set up or use your Camcorder 1 pc AC Adaptor PV A17 1 pc Battery Pack 1 pc Audio Video with DC Power Cable PV BP15 Cable VJAW0039 see page 10 see pages 8 9 see pages 28 37 1 pc Shoulder Strap 1 pc VHS PlayPak 1 pc Wiping Cloth VYCWO0150 PV P1 VYMW0009 VFCWO001 see page 20 and one AA battery see page 29 1 pc CR2025 Clock Use this wiping cloth to clean Battery VSBW0004 the display screen of finger installed in Camcorder prints and other smudges see page 16 OD Things You Should Know Safety Precautions WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZA
3. Compact VHS Camcorder 4 3 8 W x 4 5 8 HI x 7 D inch 110 W x 116 H x 177 D mm AC Adaptor 2 3 4 W x 1 5 8 H x 5 3 4 D inch 70 W x 41 H x 145 D mm Weight and dimensions shown are approximate Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice TI Q lt je a cba O m 7 3 tb O 41 Before Requesting Service If you have a problem with your Camcorder it may be something you can correct yourself Check the list below for symptoms and corrections Symptom No picture in the EVF Make sure a Power Source is connected pp 8 10 Make sure the POWER switch is set to VCR or CAMERA pp 21 26 Check the Dew Indicator p 19 Make sure the battery is fully charged p 8 Make sure all necessary cables are connected correctly and firmly p 28 Video cassette cannot be inserted Make sure a Power Source is connected pp 8 10 insert the cassette with the window side facing out p 11 Video cassette cannot be removed Make sure a Power Source is connected pp 8 10 No operation starts when operation buttons are Check for the Dew Indicator p 19 pressed Recording cannot be done Make sure the record tab is still intact p 11 Check the Battery Indicator p 17 Check the Dew Indicator p 19 Auto Focus does not operate Make sure the FOCUS button is set to AUTO p 31 Make sure the unit is ON with tha POWE
4. Electronic Viewfinder LCD Monitor Indications sss sss esse eee 17 Attaching the Shoulder Strap uice rrt edet rema erede A Ens dne n us rox dnd CS tau lo ERU ERA EE 20 Basic Operation Camera COMMING oscar hien era Sad Iii 21 Playing Back your Recordings i o sese eee sees cua dq ern trn aci dion SE Sa REN TR anda Exp aequa Ye eur 26 Special Features Four Speed Power ZOGOITI o svo d ade heal nied eeu vau pi Eben ra acep ene 30 Backlighk oo coda Lea Da FEET O 30 gui REM 31 High Speed Shulter iii ici ca 32 POS Me TUM C PC UN EDU TOA 33 Intelligent THET ce erae Pre o eden yx dotum i Peru asta se eue CERO DO M va Fe REV bru eens 34 Copying your Tapes dubbing sss sese sese nenen 37 For Your Information Palmcorder Accessory System A er gar uve ipu Taser uua P pps UE Pu 38 Palmcorder Accessory Order Form esse sees enesenn 39 Notes Regarding Operations ouo eee eee rio podre rand d ed ad cx S CHR iii 40 MOC HI callo ses i verd xl EE INTR eL ba e icis eet duobus ek cc tepida LE ek DERE 41 Before Requesting Service sse eee eee eee eee 42 Request for Service Notice nee 43 Index of Controls iocavi cene codes dee O re ica ox aue Lue d ee Divi ard i eatarra 44 ji TERT CENE CCS 48 Aa ir ris pet vp N 49 Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a Para Uso R pido seen 51 Quick Operation Guide Camera Recording Charge the Battery Pack fully before operation see page 8 I Attach a fully charged Battery d see page 8 Slide
5. qee We recommend using the BATTERY REFRESH accessory power plug adaptor Button VJSS0070 in an area which has See page 9 special AC outlets A AC Adaptor 2 10 Accessories Optional Accessories Supplied Audio Video Cable 2 28 Auto Daylight Saving Time Auto Focus B Backlight Battery Pack 2 8 9 Battery Remaining Indication Battery Warning C 17 Camera Recording 21 22 23 24 Car Battery Cord 10 CH 3 4 Switch Charging Battery Cleaning Care for Video Heads Clock Battery 2 Clock Set 13 14 15 Copying your Tapes D DC Power Cable 2 10 DEW Indication Display off Mode 48 38 38 2 37 14 31 30 38 18 18 25 38 28 43 16 16 37 38 19 17 E Easy Edit Stand by Erase Protection Tab EVF LCD Monitor Indications 17 18 F Fade H High Speed Shutter High Speed Shutter Indicator 19 M Macro Focus Manual Focus MENU Mode O One Touch Auto Fade P PLAY Indicator Playback 26 27 28 PlayPak 2 29 Power Supply 8 9 Programmed Recording R REC Indicator Request for Service Notice RF Adaptor 28 24 11 19 33 32 32 31 31 12 33 18 29 38 10 25 18 43 38 S Safety Precautions Search Speed Shoulder Strap 2 Special Effects Playback Specifications Stand by Quick Release Still Picture Symptom Correction T Tab Tape Speed Tape Warning Titler Tracking Contro V VCR MODE Indication VHF
6. y Insert a cassette with record tab see page 11 display the appropriate title when the power is first turned on I Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly to select Rl 2 Press the DISPLAY button to select AUTO MANUAL cB Press the MENU button to set your selection and exit the Menu mode RECORD 4r record the automatically displayed title press the RECORD PAUSE button refer to page 35 for Automatic Manual Title Display List PAUSE 5 To remove the title while recording press the TITLE button Note To remove the title before recording press the TITLE button repeatedly until the On Screen Display disappears You can display HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY BIRTHDAY VACATION WEDDING DAY or A SPECIAL DAY by pressing the TITLE button repeatedly in Pause Record mode The Camcorder will not automatically display a tile once it has been removed To redisplay the title press TITLE in Pause Record mode 34 Intelligent Titler Automatic Manual Title Display List Oct 31 HAPPY HALLOWEEN MERRY CHRISTMAS HO HO HO These Titles must be HAPPY EASTER displayed manually HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY BIRTHDAY VACATION WEDDING DAY A SPECIAL DAY Manual Title Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Insert a cassette with record tab see page 11 epad I Make sure that TITLE in the M
7. Connecting Cable 28 Video Cassettes tapes Viewing W Warranty Z Zoom In Out 34 35 49 3 27 20 27 41 23 27 42 11 11 18 36 27 19 37 28 50 30 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company Division of Company Division of Matsushita Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Electric Corporation of America Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 One Panasonic Way Secaucus San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto New Jersey 07094 Rico 00985 PANASONIC QUASAR Video Products Limited Warranty 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 workmanship as follows all time periods commence from the date of the original purchase wok NINETY 90 DAYS CRT NINETY 90 DAYS CUSTOMER PAYS ALL LABOR CHARGES AFTER 90 DAYS Monitor VCR in home or carry in Service 22 diagonal CRT LCD and Larger Monitor VCR Carry in Service 21 diagonal CRT LCD and smaller Batteries if included New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten 10 days Non rechargeable batteries are not warranted Tape Y included New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for five 5 days In home aam or mail in service as app
8. POWER ZOOM switch Zoom quickly by applying more pressure The magnification level is displayed in the EVF Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Press the BACKLIGHT button while recording When lighting conditions return to normal press the BACKLIGHT button again to disengage Indication appears in the EVF Focus Before you begin The Camcorder will automatically focus on Connect the Camcorder to a power source the subject even during zooming Set the POWER switch to CAMERA If necessary press MANUAL FOCUS so that MF does not appear in the EVF Manual Focus Use Manual Focus MF when recording a subject through glass a subject with a shiny surface a subject that is far from the Camcorder with an obliquely angled subject objects in the foreground a bright flat subject such as a white wall a subject with distinct horizontal stripes in low light situations a subject not centered in the Viewfinder a scene with fast motions like a golf swing 1 Press MANUAL FOCUS so that MF Manual Focus appears in the EVF EVF Indication MF 2 Press and hold the T side of the POWER ZOOM switch until the lens is zoomed in all the way subject at maximum size N Pen the MANUAL FOCUS control until the picture is in focus t may be necessary to back away from the subject to focus the image properly
9. Power Sources This video unit should be operated only trom the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or loca power company For video units intended to be operated from battery powet or other sources refer to the operating instructions 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 third grounding pin The 2 wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug The 3 wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 12 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Paying particular attention to cords of plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit
10. cleaning Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous Water and Moisture Do not use this video unit near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like Accessories Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The video unit may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the unit Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video unit Any mounting of the unit shoutd follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered Nevar place the video unit on a bed Sofa rug or other similar surface or near or over a radiator or heat register This video unit should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to
11. exposed to rain or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits water When installing an outside antenna system d If the video unit does not operate normally by extreme care should be taken to keep from following the operating instructions Adjust only touching such power lines or circuits as contact those controls that are covered by the operating with them might be fatal instructions as an improper adjustment of other 16 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and controis may result in damage and will often extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or require extensive work by a qualified technician electr c shock to restore the video unit to its normal operation 17 Objects and Liquids Never push objects of any e If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet kind into this video unit through openings as they has been damaged may touch dangerous voltage points or short out f When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in _ parts that could result in a fire or electric shock performance this indicates a need for service Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit 20 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are 18 Servicing Do not attempt to service this video required be sure the service technician has used unit yourself as opening or removing covers may replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards have the same charactaristics a
12. head cleaning however it is possible that the heads may become clogged when playing an old or damaged tape If the image on your screen resembles the photograph on the left while playing back a tape the heads may require cleaning Clogged Video Head b Cleaning the Heads it is recommended that head cleaning be performed by a qualified service technician Please contact your nearest Panasonic Service Center An alternate solution is to obtain a head cleaning cassette There are many types of cleaning cassettes so be sure to follow the cleaning instructions carefully Excessive use of the cleaning cassette could shorten head life Use this cassette only when a head clogging symptom occurs Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Request for Service Notice Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice In the unlikely event this product needs service Please include your proof of purchase Request for Service Notice Failure to due so will delay your repair To further speed your repair please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting 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 UOIJEWUOJU ANOA 104 43 Index of Controls Front View Built in Twin Capsule 2 Way Microphone System Built in Lens Cove
13. the TAPE EJECT switch to open door 3 Insert cassette see page 11 A M here to close door 5 Set POWER switch to CAMERA Built In Lens Cover opens and POWER Lamp lights Osio TAPE SPEED Selector to SP or SLP see page 11 d Wille looking into the Viewfinder adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your eyesight 8 Press RECORD PAUSE to start recording Press RECORD PAUSE again to pause recording see page 21 I Set the POWER switch to VCR D osse the REWIND SEARCH to rewind tape 3 Press PLAY to start playback Apress STOP to stop playback payels Buma Supplying Power Charge the Battery Pack Charge the Battery Pack fully before operation 1 Plug in the AC Adaptor CHARGE POWER Lamp lights Lamp 2 Insert the Battery amp Align the right side of the Battery with the line on the AC Adaptor B Press the Battery down and slide it in the direction of the arrow CHARGE Lamp lights When charging is done about one hour the lamp goes out 3 Remove the Battery Slide the Battery out and lift up Battery Charging Confirmation Marker The useful operation time of the Battery will gradually decrease after repeated use and recharging The Battery is no longer serviceable if the operation time is very short i even after a sufficient charge Use this marker as a reminder to yourself 9 when the battery is fully charged or in need aes harainadhe Batlerv Paskcabour EY of a
14. time and date press the DISPLAY button repeatedly 17 Electronic Viewfinder LCD Monitor Indications VCR MODE FADE 12 00 00AM JAN 1 1998 lev Battery Remaining Indication IL see page 17 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 turn OFF in 15 seconds Tape Remaining Indication f the Camcorder is in the camera mode RECORD with no cassette tape inserted or the record tab is missing a will flash for one minute and CHECK TAPE will appear for 5 seconds As the tape reaches the end during recording zs will flash and TAPE END will appear for 5 seconds as a warning TAPE SPEED Indication see page 11 Indicates the tape speed SP or SLP 4 Operating Mode Indications REC record Appears in large then small characters PAUSE Appears in large then small characters FF fastforward PLAY REW rewind 18 Electronic ViewfinderlLCD Monitor Indications 12 00 00AM AN 1 1998 Zoom Magnification level see page 30 High Speed Shutter indication see page 32 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 8 DEW Indication If excessive moisture condenses in the unit WARNING DEW DETECTED will appear Power Lamp will flash and the Camcorder wi
15. your TV operating instructions JL Note If your TV has no VIDEO or AUDIO IN jacks select CH 3 or 4 on your TV to match the CH 3 4 switch setting on the OPTIONAL PV RF16 RF Adaptor Set the VCR TV selector on the RF Adaptor to VCR for playback To Audio In Audio Video Cable Supplied Wy To Audio Video Out TV without AUDIO VIDEO IN Jacks A um 3 Start playback or begin a recording If you have connected the Camcorder to your TV using the PV RF16 RF Adaptor and want to watch TV only Set the POWER switch to OFF on the To Audio Video Out RF Adaptor Camcorder optional VHF Antenna Then set the VCR TV Selector on the RF Adaptor to TV 300 ohm 75 ohm Now turn the TV ON and select a transformer channel not supplied or F Connector UHF Antenna CATV System Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 Selector of the NEC in USA and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada that provides ae guidelines for proper grounding and in not supplied particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system To VHF Antenna of the building as close to the point of cable Terminal entry as practical 28 Playing Back your Recordings in your VCR Playback using the PlayPak Remove the Battery Compartment lid and insert the AA size battery Make sure polarities are aligned properly When t
16. 0 a m 2 00 a m SELECT PUSH a KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY K dur d Ea 4 00 am 4 00 a m Press the DISPLAY button to fix the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME setting Autumn Last Sunday in October In DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME AUTO mode The CLOCK SET menu appears the clock is automatically turned back one Press the MENU button to display the hour MENU 1 00 a m 2 00 a m Soie i Saving To exit from the MENU mode press me the MENU button e eo e 1 00 a m 2 00 a m Setting the Clock Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Setting the Date and Time The date and time are calculated including Set the POWER switch to CAMERA leap year up to DEC 31 2096 Note e When the POWER switch is set to VCR the CLOCK SET menu will be displayed 1 Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN repeatedly to select MENU PROGRAMMED REC T AUTO MANUAL STAND BY RELEASE OFF aer PUSH A KEY gt PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY 2 Press the DISPLAY button to display the CLOCK SET menu Press UP A or DOWN repeatedly to select DATE TIME f LE yt AN 1 1998 SELECT PUSH V A KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY PUSH MENU KEY 3 Press the DISPLAY button to display the DATE TIME SETTING menu Papas SE a 1220 0 00AM JAN 1 1958 SELECT PUSH V A KEY SET A oss UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly or hold down to enter the desir
17. Battery Pack 45 00 AA Battery Case 20 00 70 00 RF Adaptor 40 00 VHS PiayPak 35 00 Soft Sided 49 00 Carrying Case 3 0Ah Battery Pack 2 4Ah Battery Pack PV BP18 P V611 PV BP15 P V213 38 Car Battery Cord Palmcorder Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order 1 Palmcorder Model 2 Items Ordered Total Price Subtotal Your State amp Local Sales Tax Shipping amp Handling Total Enclosed 3 Method of payment check one O Check or Money Order enclosed NO C O D SHIPMENTS VISA Credit Card 1 MasterCard Expiration Date C Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to MATSUSHITA ACCESSORIES Please do not send cash 4 Shipping information UPS delivery requires complete street address Ship To Mr Mrs Ms MEME E First Last Phone 4 Day Street Address Night City State Zip TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR OMNIMOVIE PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1 800 211 7262 9 AM 9 PM M F 9 AM 7 AM SAT SUN EST OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 Notes Regarding Operations Attaching Optical Filters and Lenses Be careful not to touch the lens itself when attaching optical filters and le
18. OWER switch to OFF and leave the cassette in the Camcorder When ready to resume recording set POWER the POWER switch to CAMERA and Switch press RECORD PAUSE Note RECORD If itis going to be longer than 24 hours before PAUSE you resume recording you wili need to use the manual Easy Edit feature described below 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR 2 amp Press REWIND SEARCH to go back a few seconds on the tape B Press PLAY to review the picture on the Viewfinder Press STILL at the location you wish to continue your recording 3 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Zi RECORD PAUSE to continue recording Camera Recording Programmed Recording You can program the Camcorder to start and stop recording at a preset time You can also do an Interval Recording which allows you to record 5 or 10 second intervals per minute RECORD PAUSE 10MIN 20MIN 30MIN TO TAPE END INTERVAL 5 SEC MIN INTERVAL 2 10 SEC MIN e 1 Interval 5 SEC MIN A 5 second recording is performed each minute 2 Interval 10 SEC MIN A 10 second recording is performed each minute Note The start time cannot be set for over 24 hours in advance from the current time The Camcorder will automatically shut itself off when the tape reaches its end or 12 hours after an Interval recording is Started Set the POWER switch to OFF to cancel the Programmed Recording feature Bef
19. Operation is subject to the following two con ditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 and part 18 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when operated in a residential environment if this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by tuming the equipment off and on use the equipment in another location and or utilize an electri cal outlet different from that used by the receiver If necessary consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You may find the booklet Something About Interference available from FCC local regional offices helpful Important Safeguards 10 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to Fotlow Instructions All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed Cleaning Unplug this video unit from the wali outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a dry cloth for
20. Press the W side of the POWER ZOOM switch to frame the picture as desired Re focusing may be required when your Camcorder is aimed at a new scene Macro Focus for close ups Auto Focus will function as close as 1 2 inch 12 7mm from the subject Press the W side of the POWER ZOOM switch to the wide angle position Then bring the Camcorder as close to the subject as desired 31 High Speed Shutter 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 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Insert a cassette with record tab see page 11 Auto Shutter in the AUTO mode no indication in the EVF the Camcorder will automatically adjust the shutter speed from 1 60 to 1 350 according to the brightness of the subject AUTO mode is automatically selected whenever the POWER switch is set to CAMERA Manual Selection The High Speed Shutter indicator flashes when the light level is inadequate More light should be provided to achieve better picture quality and color I Press HIGH SPEED SHUTTER while recording 2 Press repeatedly to obtain one of the eight higher shutter speeds shown at right Note No Indication For proper color reproduction it is TEN recommended that you use this feature EVF Indications 1 60 outdoors For indoor High Speed
21. R switch set to CAMERA p 21 Sound from microphone cannot be monitored Make sure the unit is set to REC or Record Pause mode Camera picture is too dark Make sure the HIGH SPEED SHUTTER button is OFF p 32 No playback picture or the playback Press UP A DOWN Y button during playback Tracking picture is noisy or contains streaks Control p 27 During playback the picture shows motion or Portions of the still picture where the normal speed blurred action motion was particularly rapid may produce this effect This is normal If the top of your playback picture waves back Because the playback signal is not as stable as an off and forth excessively the air TV signal the top of your TV screen may be bent or unstable when the tape is played back This symptom is more noticeable when a tape recorded on another VCR is played back To solve this problem locate the horizontal hold control on your TV Turn it slowly to correct the wavy picture If your TV does not have a horizontal hold control or adjusting the control does not help some modifications may have to be made to the TV set Technically this is called Horizontal AFC time constant change If such a problem exists please contact your local TV service center Some nominal service charges may be required 42 Before Requesting Service Cleaning Care for Video Heads a Video Head Cleaning Your Camcorder will not normally require
22. RD 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 This Camcorder is equipped with the HQ System to provide excellent video pictures and is compatible with standard VHS equipment It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in VCR machines with the and or mark be used Q M O p pud t9 um 1 D Q This symbol warns the user that uninsutated voltage within tha unit may m iris MSR have sufficient magnitude to cause electric Fe OF PEC TAIG ROGE Fe OF PEC TAIG ROGE fera 4 shock Therefore it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK This symbol alerts the user that important NO USER SEAVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE literature concerning the operation and REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL maintenance of this unit has been included Therefore it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover FCC Warning Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user s authority to operate This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
23. Shutter 4R tU recording additional halogen or tungsten light i should be provided Fluorescent light will 1 250 degrade the picture quality This feature requires ample light More light is 1 500 required for the fastest shutter speeds The Auto Focus system may not operate 1 1000 properly in insufficient light when using the High 1 2000 Speed Shutter 1 4000 7 1 10000 32 One Touch Auto Fade Before you begin Make smooth scene transitions for a more professional look Connect the Camcorder to a power source Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Fade In Starting the first scene with fade in can be very effective y During the RECORD PAUSE mode press the FADE button to make FADE flash in the EVF 2 Press the RECORD PAUSE button The screen will turn black and the recording will start as picture and sound gradually fade in Fade Out Use to create a soft ending or when used together with fade in a soft transition from one scene to the next I Press the FADE button to make FADE flash in the EVF while recording 2 Press the RECORD PAUSE button The picture and sound will gradually fade out and the recording will PAUSE If FADE is accidentally pressed simply press it again so that FADE disappears in the EVF 33 Intelligent Titler Automatic Title Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source r ah jp direc Cars Set the POWER switch to CAMERA ay E amour E
24. ape loading and unloading time becomes longer than normal battery replacement is necessary 1 Turn the Tape Wheel on the VHSTH cassette in the direction of the arrow to take up any slack D sid the RELEASE button in the direction of the arrow to open the PlayPak door 3 Insert the VHSIH cassette with the window facing up and to the left Then snap the lid shut Be sure the cassette reel area under the PlayPak is free to turn while loading Allow the Load Detector to fully retract before using the PlayPak in your standard VHS VCR 1 Slide the RELEASE button and wait for the lid to open ida the PlayPak securely in one hand Using your finger reach through the hole in the bottom of the PlayPak Adaptor and push the tape out the top 29 Four Speed Power Zoom You can gradually zoom in for close ups or zoom out for wide angle shots The zooming speed ranges from a slow speed of 16 seconds to a fast 2 seconds according to the pressure applied to the zoom buttons Backlight 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 30 Four Speed Power Zoom Backlight Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Zoom In T Zoom Out W Zoom slowly by lightly pressing the T Telephoto or the W Wide Angle side of the
25. attery which is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it is illegal to dispose of this battery into your municipal waste stream Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY Ned for information on how to recycle this battery 1 Plug in the AC Adaptor The POWER Lamp remains lit as long as the AC Adaptor is plugged in 2 Place the Battery into the AC Adaptor N PE the BATTERY REFRESH button The CHARGE Lamp flashes until discharge is complete and then stays lit until the Battery is fully charged 4 Remove the Battery Should you accidentally press the BATTERY REFRESH button remove the Battery and then re insert it to begin charging t takes about 5 hours when both Battery Refresh and recharging are performed To avoid damage to the Battery Do not drop or jar Battery Use Battery with specified units only If Battery is used in extremely high temperatures a safety device will automatically prevent operation To prolong battery life While not in use remove Battery from the Camcorder and AC Adaptor and store in a Cool dark dry place Keep Battery terminals clean Supplying Power AC Adaptor DC Power Cable DC IN I Connect VCR DC OUT on the Connector AC Adaptor to DC IN on the Camcorder with the DC Power Cable supplied POWER Lamp VCR DC OUT Connector The POWER Lamp will light Notes AC Adaptor cannot be used to power the Camcorder whil
26. butable to acts of God LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS There are no express warranties except as listed above THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO TAPES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCTS OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THE WARRANTY ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If a pronta with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handied to your satisfaction then write to the Customer Satisfaction Center at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company address above SERVICE CALLS WHICH DO NOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP AS DETERMINED BY THE WARRANTOR IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION ARE NOT COVERED COSTS OF SUCH SERVICE CALLS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER warvid 10 20 97 CRT TWO 2 YEARS UOIJBWAOJU INOA 104 Warranty For Product Information Operating Assistance Literatur
27. caucus New Jersey 07094 Q Printed in Japan VOTWO694 A 1998
28. charge This marker performs no ee ce function and is for your reference only ere ce ema explained on page 9 Use the Battery Pack With a fully charged Battery Pack you will have a maximum of about 1 hour of continu ous use LCD monitor is off or about 40 minutes of continuous use LCD monitor is on The actual operating time may vary due to operation conditions 1 Attach the Battery Align the Battery with the top of the mounting surface Press it into place until it locks with a click 2 Remove the Battery While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE button remove the Battery Supplying Power Battery Refresh Feature 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 Battery Care Caution Charge only with specified charger Battery can be charged within a temperature range of 50 F 10 C and 95 F 35 C Battery may be warm after charging or just after use This is normal Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn out Battery Safety precautions Do not get the Battery near or dispose of in fire Do not directly connect short circuit the positive and negative terminals Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble the Battery U S A CONSUMERS ATTENTION The product you have purchased is powered by a nickel cadmium b
29. d MA 02090 MICHIGAN 37048 Van Dyke Avenue Sterling Heights MI 48312 MINNESOTA 7850 12th Avenue South Airport Business Center Bloomington MN 55425 OHIO 2236 Waycross Road Civic Center Plaza ForestPark OH 45240 PENNSYLVANIA 2221 Cabot Blvd West Suite B Langhorne PA 19047 Chartiers Valley Shopping Center 1025 Washington Pike Bridgeville PA 15017 Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 Accessory Purchases Customer Orders Only 800 211 PANA 7262 TENNESSEE 919 8th Avenue South Nashville TN 37203 TEXAS 7482 Harwin Drive Houston TX 77036 13615 Welch Road Suite 101 Farmers Branch TX 75244 WASHINGTON 20425 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 HAWAII 99 859 iwaiwa Street Aiea Hawaii 96701 Phone 808 488 1996 Fax 808 486 4369 As of October 97 Spanish Quick Use Guide Guia Para Uso R pido PREPARATIVOS Conectar la videocamara a una fuente de alimentaci n bater a adaptador de CA o cable para bater a de coche s Encender el aparato Introducir el casete en el compartimiento de casetes GRABACION I Fije el interruptor a PONSE la posici n de CAMERA 2 Deslice el bot n EJECT para abrir la puerta PAUSE 3 Introduzca la cinta A disio la puerta pre
30. de the TAPE EJECT switch TAPE SPEED Selector Tape Speed Selector Cassette type I To prevent accidental erasure break off the tab with a screwdriver If slide type slide tab open cover the hole with adhesive tape p A 2 To record again A If slide type slide tab closed 11 payers Buimey MENU Mode MENU Mode Setting 12 MENU PROGRAMMED REC TITLE AUTO MANUAL STAND BY RELEASE OFF CLOCK SET SELECT PUSH V A KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Set the POWER switch to CAMERA 1 Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode SELECT PUSH W a KEY SET PUSH cae KEY END PUSH MENU KEY 2 Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly to select a menu item 3 Press the DISPLAY button to set your selection E press the MENU button to exit the Menu mode Note The Camcorder will exit the Menu mode if after activation none of the UP DOWN A Y DISPLAY or MENU buttons are pressed within 5 minutes CD PROGRAMMED REC see page 25 You can program the Camcorder to start and stop recording at a preset time 2 TITLE see pages 34 36 AUTO MANUAL 16 items PHRASE 10 items STAND BY RELEASE see page 23 To resume recording from Stand by mode when set to ON 4 CLOCK SET see pages 13 15 To set the clock select CLOCK SET Setting the clock is divided into four sectio
31. e Request Dealer Locations and all Customer Service inquiries please contact 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9am 9pm Saturday Sunday 9am 7am EST Web Site http AVWW Panasonic com You can purchase parts accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site Product Repairs MAIL TO Centralized Factory Servicenter Panasonic Services Company 1705 N Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 7847 Attention Camcorder Repair Please carefully pack and ship prepaid and insured to the Elgin centralized repair Factory Servicenter While there will be added handling delays you may bring your unit to one of the following locations who will then forward the unit to Elgin for repair Customer s in Puerto Rico please ship or carry in to location below Service in Puerto Rico Factory Servicenters Locations CALIFORNIA 6550 Katella Avenue Cypress CA 90630 800 Dubuque Avenue S San Francisco CA 94080 20201 Sherman Way Suite 102 Canoga Park CA 91306 3878 Ruftin Road Suite A San Diego CA 92123 COLORADO 1640 South Abilene Street Suite D Aurora CO B0012 FLORIDA 3700 North 28th Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood FL 33020 50 GEORGIA 8655 Roswell Road Suite 100 Atlanta GA 30350 ILLINOIS 1703 North Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 Pick up drop off only 9060 Golf Road Niles IL 60714 MARYLAND 62 Mountain Road Glen Bumie MD 21061 MASSACHUSETTS 60 Glacier Drive Suite G Westwoo
32. e charging the Battery While not in use unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outlet When plugged into an AC outlet the AC Adaptor consumes 1 2W of electric power when not in use 1 Connect a PV C16 Car Battery Cord optional to DC IN on the Camcorder First start your car engine and then insert the Car Battery Cord plug into your cigarette lighter socket A fuse is located in the lighter plug end of the cord Should fuse replacement be necessary use the exact current rating in amps Notes This cord can only be used in vehicles equipped with DC 12V negative ground batteries Use only the specified car battery cord If you are not sure check with your local car truck dealer To avoid blowing the fuse be sure to start your car engine before inserting the cigarette lighter Car Battery Cord Cigarette plug 4 the Car Battery Cord into the lighter socket options Lighter Plug Because the car is running while your Camcorder is in operation make sure you re in a well ventilated area Disconnect the cigarette lighter plug when your Camcorder is not being used Cigarette Lighter Socket 12V 10 Cassette Information Cassette Insertion Removal I Turn the Tape Wheel in the direction of the arrow until there is no slack 2 Attach the Battery see page 8 4 Insert the cassette vertically with its window side facing out 5 Press here to close the door e To remove the cassette sli
33. e picture Press again to resume normal playback This feature works best in SLP mode see pages 11 21 DISPLAY UP A DOWN Y Search Speed Standard Play SP Search is about 3 times the normal speed and Super Long Play SLP Search is about 9 times the normal speed Note During search playback horizontal noise bars will appear and there will be no audio To protect the tape and the video heads your Palmcorder s operating modes will revert as follows STILL STAND BY after 5 minutes STANDBY POWER OFF after 5 minutes when using a Battery Pack When the tape reaches its end during playback or fast forward it will rewind automatically Tracking Control Auto Tracking Continuously analyzes the signal of each recording for optimum picture quality Manual Tracking To minimize the noise in some recordings manual tracking may be necessary In Playback mode Press UP A or DOWN Y until picture clears up Press DISPLAY to return to Auto Tracking 27 Playing Back your Recordings TV Playback or Viewing Before you begin Your Camcorder may be connected to a Connect the Camcorder to a power source TV to play back tapes or to view what you are recording 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR for TV with AUDIO VIDEO IN Jacks tape playback Or set to CAMERA to view what your tS of T Camcorder is recording 2n the TV ON and set it to LINE oss INPUT Check
34. ed numbers then press the DISPLAY button to fix that portion and move on Adjust the flashing digits for the hour minute month day and year When you finish setting the year the clock starts operating and the CLOCK SET menu appears Press the MENU button to display the MENU To exit from the MENU mode press the MENU button 15 ey D zi 3 UD Lom ad y ms D o Setting the Clock Replacing the Battery The date and time operates on a miniature battery preinstalled in the underside of your Camcorder eg WARNING 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 Do not recharge disassemble or dispose of in fire 16 1 While pinching the stopper tabs pull the Battery Tray out of the Battery Compartment Underside View a Remove the Battery by bending the locking tab outward 3 Place the new Battery into the Battery tray with the mark facing down Press down until it snaps into place Do not reverse the polarity 4 Insert the Battery Tray until both triangle marks meet Note Make sure your Camcorder is off when replacing the Battery Keep the Battery out of the reach of children as swallowing it may be harmful Improperly installed discharged or missing battery
35. enu mode is set to AUTO MANUAL see steps 1 3 on page 34 D Q c D o 2 In Pause Record mode press the TITLE button repeatedly to display the desired title from the list shown above RECORD 3 Press the RECORD PAUSE button to PAUSE record the displayed title 4 Press the TITLE button while recording to remove the title Note To redisplay the title press TITLE in Pause Record mode 35 Intelligent Titler Phrase Title Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Insert a cassette with record tab see page 11 I Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly to select AES SELECT PUSH W a KEY SET gt PUSH Y END PUSH MENU KEY 2 Press the DISPLAY button to select PHRASE RECORD PAUSE 3 Press the MENU button to set your selection and exit the Menu mode 4 Pause Record mode press the TITLE button repeatedly to display the desired title from the list shown below Dries the RECORD PAUSE button to record the displayed title EVF Indications O Press the TITLE button while recording to remove the titte no indication PEAUTIFUL BRAVO CHEERS CONGRATULATIONS GIMME A BREAK GOOD LUCK LOVE YOU OOPS OUR LITTLE ANGEL WAY TO GO Note To redisplay the title press TITLE in Pause Record mode 36 Copying your Tapes dubbing Before you begin
36. ette 1 Press the LCD OPEN button to unlock the LCD monitor and swing it open Dn the POWER switch to VCR The LCD monitor turns on and off according to the POWER switch setting When the LCD monitor is fully open the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF When the LCD monitor is in the closed position you can view your recording through the EVF When not in use close the LCD monitor so that it faces inward 3 Start Tape Playback amp Press the REWIND SEARCH button to rewind the tape B Press PLAY to start playback O Press STOP to stop playback Adjust the volume of the speaker using the VOLUME control Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor using the BRIGHT control Auto Play When the POWER switch is set to VCR playback will automatically begin if the record tab has been removed on the cassette E RA you are finished viewing close the LCD monitor completely The EVF will turn on Note Using the LCD monitor reduces battery operating time VOLUME max min 26 Playing Back your Recordings Special Effects Playback Before you begin Connect the Palmcorder 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 norma speed View a Still Picture Press STILL to freeze th
37. from the unit 13 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code in USA Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requiremenis for the grounding electrode ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONOUCTORS NEC SECTION 610 21 POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE NEG ART 250 PART Hj 1 A Lightning For added protection of this video unit receiver during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the video unit due to lightning and power line surges Important Safeguards 15 Power Lines An outside antenna system should b If any liquid has been spilled onto or objects not be located in the vicinity of overhead power have fallen into the video unit lines or other electric light or power circuits or c If the video unit has been
38. licable in the USA can be obtained during the warranty period by con acing a Panasonic Services Com any PASC Factory Servicenter listed in the Service Directory Or call toll free 1 800 211 PANA 7262 to locate n authorized PASC Servicenter Carry in or mail in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period 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 This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal maintenance including but not limited to video and audio head cleaning The warranty does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration modification faulty installation set up adjustments improper antenna inadequate signal pickup maladjustment of consumer controls improper operation power line surge improper voltage supply lightning damage commercial use Such as hotel office restaurant or other business or rental use of the product or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter or damage that is attri
39. light inside a closed car next to a heater etc This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER Store and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement avoid shaking and striking Your Camcorder contains a sensitive pick up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage CARE TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder body TO PROTECT THE LENS Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand Use a commercial camcorder lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens Improper cleaning can scratch the tens coating TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMCORDER Before handling your Camcorder make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion as it may damage the finish pouejs bDunio59 Table of Contents Getting Started Things You Should KNOW nr o dida 2 Important Safeguards ao ado e seis 4 POCAS ia da e 5 Quick Operation Guide eitiaa aid 7 Supplying POWOIL cria il did dieta il 8 Cassette Information Br red dana A EE RR li eii 11 MENU Modea oo aa tE ei 12 Setting the COG AAA A AN 13
40. ll automatically turn OFF in 15 seconds Wait until the indicator no longer flashes when your Camcorder is turned on before use Y Date and Time Indication see page 15 49 Backlight Indication see page 30 Manual Focus Indication see page 31 43 Fade Indication see page 33 19 Attaching the Shoulder Strap Make sure the Battery Pack is not attached 1 Undo the two strap ends from their buckles 2 Thread the strap ends through the Strap Attachment Rings N E the strap ends through their buckles Make sure the straps are not twisted min 1 inch 25 4mm Adjusting the Length 1 Pull a loop of the strap loose from the buckle size of your hand as illustrated 20 Camera Recording Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Insert a cassette with record tab see page 11 Simple Recording 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA The built in Lens Cover opens EVF Make sure the POWER switch is PAUSE fully rotated to the CAMERA position Record Pause mode 22 wiih the Viewfinder Eye Cup against your eye adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your eye sight LU Q o O O o M Q O ef ids the TAPE SPEED Selector to SP or SLP refer to page 11 4 Press RECORD PAUSE to start recording RECORD Press the RECORD PAUSE again to pause the recording Set the Power switch to OFF after recording is finished Note To rem
41. ns Time Zone Daylight Saving Time Date and Time and Clock Battery Follow instructions in the order presented Setting the Time Zone The Camcorder is set to Eastern time zone at the factory f you live or are traveling in a different time zone follow the steps to select the appropriate time zone from the menu screen When you travel outside the eight time zone chart above please set the clock manually see page 15 Setting the Clock Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Set the POWER switch to CAMERA Note When the POWER switch is set to VCR the CLOCK SET menu will be displayed The Camcorder s clock may lose or gain up to two minutes per month Please adjust as necessary refer to page 15 1 Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode Press UP 4 or DOWN si to select MENU PROGRAMMED REC AUTO MAN STAND BY RELEASE OFF SELECT PUSH Y A KEY 2 Press the DISPLAY button to display the CLOCK SET menu Press UP A or DOWN a to select CLOCK SET EASTERN D 8 T AUTO DATE TIME 12 00 00AM JAN 1 1998 SELECT PUSH F A KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY Press the DISPLAY button to display the SELECT TIME ZONE menu Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly to select desired time zone SELECT TIME ZONE ATLANTIC CENTRAL MOUNTAIN SELECT PUSH V A KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY Z ou
42. nses Cleaning the EVF Electronic Viewfinder To Remove I Turn the EVF Eyepiece counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn 2 Pull free Remove any lint or dust particles with a soft clean cloth being careful not to scratch the glass surfaces 3 To re install EVF Line up the marks on the Eyepiece with the grooves inside the EVF shaft and attach Turn the EVF clockwise 1 8 of a turn to lock in place 40 Specifications Power Source Compact VHS Camcorder DC 6V AC Adaptor 110 120 220 240V AC 50 60 Hz Battery Nickel Cadmium Type DC 6V Power Consumption Compact VHS Camcorder 6V DC 8 5 W AC Adaptor 24W 1 2W when not in use Video Signal EIA Standard 525 lines 60 fields NTSC color signal Video Recording System 2 be heads plus flying erase head Helical scanning system Audio 1 track Pick Up System Sequential color difference field reverse system Pick Up Device One integral color filter Charge Coupled Device CCD Lens 23 1 zoom lens F1 1 6 with auto iris control Focal length 3 8mm 87 4mm Power zoom function Lens filter diameter 52mm Viewfinder 0 5 inch 12 7mm Electronic Viewfinder LCD Monitor 3 2 inch 81 2mm Liquid Crystal Display Minimum Illumination Required 1 4 lx F1 1 6 0 14 footcandles 8 Ix F1 1 6 0 8 footcandles EIA Standard Operating Temperature 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Operating Humidity 10 75 Weight Compact VHS Camcorder e Ds AC Adaptor 0 77 Ibs 0 35 kg Dimensions
43. ore you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source For extended periods of recording it is recommended to use the AC Adaptor for a power source Insert a cassette with record tab see page 11 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA I Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly to select PROGRAMMED MENU BER an us STAND BY RELEASE OFF CLOCK SET SELECT PUSH a KEY END PUSH MENU KEY y Press the DISPLAY button to display the current time in the EVF To change the start time press the DISPLAY button repeatedly Each press increases the time by 30 minutes HEGI 10 20PM REC TIME 10MIN PUSH Via EY KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY START PUSH REG PAUSE CANCEL PUSH MENU KEY 10 20 00PM 3 Press DOWN Y to select Press the DISPLAY button repeatedly to select one of the recording lengths shown at left START 10 30PM GATS 10MIN If you want to cancel the setup press the MENU button twice E osi setting the START and REC TIME press the REC PAUSE button to place the Camcorder in stand by mode STAND BY START 10 30PM REC TIME 10MIN 10 20 00PM JUN 11998 The Camcorder will automatically start recording at the preset time and turn itself off when the recording is finished 25 Playing Back your Recordings VET T Le eee Before you begin LCD Monitor Connect the Camcorder to a power source Insert a recorded cass
44. ove the cassette When your Camcorder is aimed at excessively in Record Pause mode slide the TAPE bright objects or bright lights a vertical bar may appear in the picture This is a normal EJECT switch rerer to page T1 characteristic of the CCD pick up device Try to avoid this when possible 21 Camera Recording Using the LCD Monitor Before you begin The LCD Liquid Crystal Display monitor Connect the Camcorder to a power source can be used while recording I Press the LCD OPEN button to unlock the LCD monitor 2 Swing the LCD monitor fully open and adjust the angle Caution Rotating the LCD monitor while it is only partially open may block the cassette door and cause damage to the Camcorder body 3 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA The LCD monitor turns on and off according to the POWER switch setting When the LCD monitor is fully open the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF When the LCD monitor is completely closed the Viewfinder turns on automatically By rotating the LCD monitor 180 so that it faces the same direction as the lens the Viewfinder turns back on allowing you and the subject to monitor the recording 4 Rotate the BRIGHT control to adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor 5 Start recording see page 21 Note Using the LCD monitor reduces battery operating time Close the LCD monitor completely when not in 22 Camera Recording Stand b
45. r Opens automatically when the Power Switch is set to CAMERA See pages 7 21 MANUAL FOCUS Wheel See page 31 44 Index of Controls POWER Lamp Lights when the Power Switch is set to VCR or CAMERA See pages 7 18 UP A Button See pages 12 13 14 15 23 25 27 34 35 36 Tracking Control See page 27 REWIND SEARCH Button See pages 7 24 26 27 PLAY Button See pages 7 24 26 27 37 STILL Button See pages 24 27 37 TAPE SPEED Selector See pages 7 11 21 FAST FORWARD SEARCH Button See page 27 STOP Button See pages 7 17 26 37 A Strap Attachment Rings See page 20 Hand Strap See page 20 POWER Switch See pages 7 17 21 DC IN Connector 22 23 24 26 28 See page 10 RECORD PAUSE Button See pages 7 21 23 24 BATTERY 25 33 34 35 36 RELEASE Button See page 8 v But Audio Video Output Connector Spin rd 14 15 7 See pages 28 37 2 AE GARS T O f 23 25 27 34 35 36 This connector for use with Tracking Control supplied Audio Video cable only Ses pa ge 27 c m Note These controls have been set at 3 z the factory It is not necessary to adjust Ko these controls under normal 3 E circumstances But should it become D ere ida his necessary be careful to make the a y adjustment with a small slender O picture on the EVF KR screwdriver so as not to damage the Bright Control miniature control Adjus
46. s the DISPLAY button to fix the Time Zone The CLOCK SET menu appears Press the MENU button to display the MENU To exit from the MENU mode press the MENU button 13 G o O o me G r ph o Setting the Clock Setting the Daylight Saving Time The clock will automatically adjust to daylight saving time Before you begin Saving Time EIS f vo pres tig at nt Connect the Camcorder to a power source TTE RESET EU TT EET RGB Set the POWER switch to CAMERA daylight saving time please select 2199 Note by following steps 1 4 When the POWER switch is set to VCR the CLOCK SET menu will be displayed Daylight saving time feature will not function if time zone is set to Hawaii or Samoa I Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN V repeatedly to select Mele ES MENU PROGRAMMED REC TIME ON STAND BY RELEASE OFF CLOCK SET SELECT PUSH Y A KEY 2 Press the DISPLAY button to display the CLOCK SET menu Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly to select ESSA CLOCK SET TIME ZONE EASTERN DA ME 12 00 00AM JAN 1 1998 SELECT PUSH W a KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY Press the DISPLAY button to display the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME menu in DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME AUTO mode AUTO ON or OFF the clock is automatically moved ahead one hour DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME OFF 1 0
47. s the original part Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire 19 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this video electric shock or other hazards unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to 21 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or qualified service personnel under the following repairs to this video unit ask the service technician conditions to perform safety checks to determine that the a When the power supply cord or plug is video unit is in safe operating order damaged Precautions USE amp LOCATION TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet Your Camcorder has been designed for outdoor use however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water rain sleet snow sand dust or a direct splashing trom a pool or even a cup of coffee This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder Do not attempt to disassemble this unit There are no user serviceable parts inside Unplug your Camcordar from the power supply before cleaning DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE Such as in direct sun
48. sionando el bot n PUSH TO CLOSE 5 Seleccionar la velocidad de grabaci n D oprimir el bot n de pa grabaci n pausa REC RECORD PAUSE para comenzar a AA SA filmar Loy s L 7 i J Volver a oprimir e t e 9 bot n de grabaci n PAUSE C PS LA pa pausa RECORD ON gay PAUSE cuando se desea hacer una Baid Gy pausa en la grabaci n 51 m o P o Le um 7 o 3 to O Spanish Quick Use GuidelGu a Para Uso R pido Conectar la videoc mara a una fuente de alimentaci n bater a adaptador de CA o cable para bater a de coche Encender el aparato Introducir el casete en el compartimiento de casetes REPRODUCCION NORMAL WD I Fije el interruptor a la posici n de VCR 2 Rebobinar la cinta con el bot n de rebobinado REWIND si fuera necesario Oprimir el bot n de e reproducci n PLAY para E que aparezcan las im genes Y en la pantalla Oprimir el bot n de parada STOP cuando se desea parar la reproducci n EPRODUCCION CON EFECTOS ESPECIALES PARA LOCALIZAR RAPIDAMENTE UNA ESCENA ESPECIFICA Oprimir el bot n de localizaci n SEARCH PARA CONGELAR UNA IMAGEN Oprimir el bot n de pausa imagen fija PAUSE STILL Oprimir nuevamente el bot n cuando se desea continuar reproduciendo Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Se
49. t the brightness of the picture 45 Index of Controls Bright Control Adjusts the brightness of the picture See pages 22 26 LCD OPEN button J See pages 22 26 Volume Control See page 26 Built In Speaker LCD Liquid Crystal Display Monitor See pages 22 26 PUSH TO CLOSE Area Underside View Tripod Mounting Hole Clock Battery Tray See page 16 Vision Adjustment Control See pages 7 21 46 Index of Controls TITLE Button HIGH SPEED See pages 34 35 36 SHUTTER Button See page 32 MENU Button See pages 12 13 14 15 POWER ZOOM Switch 23 25 34 35 36 See pages 30 31 um Electronic Viewfinder EVF See pages 17 18 19 40 DISPLAY Button See pages 12 13 14 15 17 23 25 27 34 35 36 Auto Tracking See page 27 BACKLIGHT FADE Button TAPE EJECT Switch Button See page 33 See pages 7 11 21 See page 30 OP LLM CHARGE Lamp See pages 8 9 AC Power Cord See pages 8 9 10 POWER Lamp See pages 8 10 SAS s gt 4 TS 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 ms O lt O Le S o ium 1 3 tb O VCR DC OUT Battery harging parts distributor for assistance in Connector Compartment See page 8 selecting an alternate AC plug See page 10
50. will cause CLOCK BATTERY to appear when the DISPLAY button is pressed Battery life is approximately 5 years Electronic Viewfinder LCD Monitor Indications Tape Battery Remaining The tape remaining and battery charge level can be displayed during recording 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA 2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select the desired display EVF LCD Monitor Indications Fifth First press opu press Battery Charge Tape A Remaining Remaining P Initial screen Ed No tape FULL MS 50 9 FULL A Second c 6 ECA ress EMPTY T AE empty E 0 Q xMNO Gc A HEC It will take several seconds for the tape remaining indicator to operate after the tape starts moving Recording the Date and Time I Set the POWER 2 Press DISPLAY switch to CAMERA twice to change When placed in the display to date Record mode the only Press once time and date will be or twice more to recorded on the remove the date tape time display Note Only the Date and or Time indications are recorded on the Tape Display Off Mode This feature allows you to remove all Electronic Viewfinder L CD Monitor Indications except Intelligent Titler see pages 34 36 Before inserting a tape press DISPLAY and STOP together for more than one second to remove the indications except time and date To display the Electronic Viewfinder Indications again turn the Lar 1 1998 Camcorder Power off and then on again To remove the
51. y Quick Release 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 If this feature is not activated it is necessary to turn the Camcorder OFF and then back to CAMERA to start recording again The default setting from the factory is OFF mode Before you begin Connect the Camcorder to a power source Insert a cassette with record tab see page 11 I Set the POWER switch to CAMERA 2 Press the MENU button to display the MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y repeatedly to select STAND BY RELEASES MENU PROGRAMMED REC TITLE AUTO MANU SEMANAS ON CLOCK SET SELECT PUSH V A KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY 3 Press the DISPLAY button to set ON or OFF ON You can resume recording from Stand by mode by pressing the RECORD PAUSE button OFF RECORD You must set the POWER switch to PAUSE OFF and then to CAMERA to release the Stand by mode Arros the MENU button to set your selection and exit the Menu mode 23 Camera Recording Easy Edit Stand by If you stop recording but plan to resume within 24 hours use the Edit Standby feature to make a smooth transition between scenes I Press RECORD PAUSE while recording Set the P

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