Quasar VM-D52 User's Manual
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1. 39 Index iacuit enciende E Ache eda LO UE 40 mI o o c 5 O o 2 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Quick Operation Guide Charge Battery Pack fully before Attach fully operation page 8 SRE SS A A charged Battery Slide TAPE EJECT to open door Insert cassette page 10 2 Insert Battery CHARGE Lamp Press here to flashes then stays lit when close door charging is complete Camera Recording See page 16 1 Set POWER to CAMERA 2 Press RECORD PAUSE to start recording Press RECORD PAUSE again to pause recording Playback using the EVF See page 19 2 Press REWIND SEARCH to rewind tape 3 Press PLAY to start playback 4 Press STOP to stop playback G D e 2 Q o sed St D Q Supplying Power Charging the Battery Pack Charge Battery Pack fully before use 1 POWER Lamb tongs Insert Battery Q Align left side of Battery with left edge of AC Adaptor 3 Press Battery down and slide in direction of arrow The CHARGE Lamp flashes then stays lit when charging is complete 3 Remove Battery Slide Battery to the left and lift off Note Charging takes about 1 hour While the DC Power Cable supplied is connected to the AC Adaptor the Battery cannot be charged After charging 5 times use Battery Refresh feature2. Protects tapes from being accidentally erased 1 To prevent accidental erasing break off tab with screwdriver lt P S_ Or slide tab open 3 2 2 To record again cover hole with adhesive tape Slide tab type Or slide tab closed 10 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Before Using How to remove the Sensor tag Hand Strap 0 Open the Hand Strap as illustrated at left O Remove the Sensor tag Then replace the Hand Strap Adjust the Length of the Shoulder Strap e t rmh E J e Y mal RS mi o o Sensor tag Attaching Shoulder Strap Remove Battery Pack before completing the following steps 1 Undo strap ends from buckles 2 Thread strap ends through Strap Pull a loop of strap from buckle then pull Rings on Camcorder strap tight to shorten or lengthen Hand Strap 3 Re Insert the strap 19 O ends into buckles pensi e Adjust Hand Strap length to fit your hand as min 25 4 mm 1 inch shown Lens Cap Attaching the Lens Cap Strap Thread the Strap through the Lens Cap attachment ring as illustrated at left Attaching the Lens Cap Cord to the Hand Strap Remove the Hand Strap from the front clasp and thread the Strap through the loop in the Lens Cap Cord Reattach the Hand Strap Using MENU Mode Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWE
3. as explained below Battery life gradually decreases after repeated use and recharging If operation time becomes very Top View short even after a sufficient charge discard Battery properly page 9 CHARGE Lamp Using the Battery Pack A fully charged Battery provides a maximum of about 1 hour 10 minutes of continuous use Actual time may vary due to operating conditions Using the Built in Light decreases operating time A Attach Battery O Insert top of Battery into top of mounting surface 9 Press and snap into place B Remove Battery Slide BATTERY RELEASE and remove Battery To use battery refresh insert Battery on AC Battery Refresh Adaptor see steps 1 2 above then press This feature completely discharges BATTERY REFRESH Battery before recharging begins The REFRESH Lamp lights then goes out when Use after every 5 charges for optimum discharge is complete Battery charging will then Battery performance start automatically If BATTERY REFRESH is pressed by mistake REFRESH remove Battery from AC Adaptor and reinsert it Lamp N e for normal charging Note Charging takes about 5 hours when Battery Refresh is used BATTERY Battery will not operate in extremely high REFRESH temperatures 8 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Supplying Power Battery Care O Caution To avoid Battery damage D Charge o
4. consumerproducts panasonic com Auto Fade An interesting way to open and close Before you begin scenes Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA 1 Press MENU for A PAGE 2 2 MENU mode T i Fe Press UP or DOWN to select Mido SAAS SUS 2 Press DISPLAY for VIDEO EFFECTS menu Press UP or DIGITAL FADE DOWN to select GU UI cui Torta 3 Press DISPLAY for AUTO FADE COLOR menu Press UP or DOWN to select BLACK or sarcr push ueno xev WHITE 4 Press DISPLAY to confirm entry Press MENU to exit Fade In In RECORD PAUSE mode press FADE so FADE flashes in EVF Press RECORD PAUSE Recording starts as picture and sound gradually fade in While recording press FADE so FADE flashes in EVF Press RECORD PAUSE Picture and sound gradually fade out and recording is paused o D a A ma D fto gt c D T If FADE is pressed accidentally press again WHITE BLACK Fade Out So FADE disappears in EVF 29 Color Digital Fade Choose trom 7 fade effects in 8 different colors EVF Indications For more effects stop fade in or fade out at any time except RANDOM mode by pressing FADE Then press EADE to resume fade Note Audio is not affected by fade To cancel Digita Fade do steps 1 2 and 5 In step 2 select AUTO FADE 26 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasoni
5. Back Recordings Auto Tracking Continuously analyzes each recording for optimum picture quality Some recordings require manual adjustment to reduce noise Press UP or DOWN until Playback picture clears up Press DISPLAY to return to Auto Tracking Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Insert recorded tape Playback on EVF 1 Set POWER to VCR If tape has no record tab auto playback begins EVF turns on off by the POWER wo switch iV Ya 2 O Playback function buttons O QREW Rewind tape 5 PLAY Play tape t STOP Stop tape 0 mmis O Special Effects Quick Visual Search Search Speed SP Standard Play 3 times normal SLP Super Long Play 9 times normal During playback press FF fast forward search REW rewind search Press again or press PLAY for normal play Press STILL to freeze picture Press again for normal play This feature works best in SLP mode page 10 Note During search horizontal noise bars will appear Audio is muted To protect video heads and tape operating modes will revert as follows after 5 minutes Still gt Stand by Stand by Power off when Battery Pack is used Tape auto rewinds if played or fast forwarded to end 19 Playing Back Recordings Connect Camcorder to a TV to view playback or recordings in progress Connections Before you begin Connect Camcorder to p
6. TV screen may appear bent or unstable during playback This is called Horizontal AFC time constant change To correct slowly turn the TV horizontal hold control If your TV does not have this control or adjusting it does not help contact your TV service center Some nominal service charges may be required Video Head Cleaning While head cleaning is normally not needed playing old or damaged tapes may clog the heads When playback picture resembles example at the left head cleaning is required k Ideally head cleaning should be performed by a qualified LC NER service technician When this is not possible purchase a Clogged Video Head head cleaning cassette Be sure to follow cleaning cassette instructions exactly and only use when symptoms occur 36 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Panasonic Sales Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc of America One Panasonic Way AVE 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 PANASONIC QUASAR Video Products Limited Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company collectively referred to as the Warrantor will repair or replace this product with new or refurbished parts or equivalent product free of
7. all Customer Service inquiries please contact 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9 am 9 pm Saturday Sunday 9 am 7 pm EST or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Web Site http www panasonic com You can purchase parts accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site Accessory Purchases 1 800 332 5368 Customer Orders Only Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 6 am to 5 pm Monday Friday 6 am to 10 30 am Saturday PST Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express Check Factory Servicenters Locations CALIFORNIA GEORGIA MINNESOTA TEXAS 6550 Katella Avenue 8655 Roswell Road 7850 12th Avenue South 13615 Welch Road Cypress CA 90630 Suite 100 Airport Business Center Suite 101 Atlanta GA 30350 Bloomington MN 55425 Farmers Branch 800 Dubuque Avenue TX 75244 S San Francisco CA 94080 ILLINOIS OHIO 1709 North Randall Road 2236 Waycross Road WASHINGTON 3878 Ruffin Road Elgin IL 60123 Civic Center Plaza 20425 84th Avenue cule A i Forest Park OH 45240 South an Diego CA 23 MASSACHUSETTS Kent WA 98032 60 Glacier Drive PENNSYLVANIA FLORIDA A Suite G 2221 Cabot Blvd West 3700 North 29th Avenue Westwood MA 02090 Suite B Suite 102 Langhorne PA 1904 Hollywood FL 33020 anghorne f HAWAII 99 859 Iwaiwa Street Aiea Hawaii 96701 Phone 808 488 1996 Fax 808 486 4369 Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Pue
8. along with your unit to Panasonic Services Company 1705 N Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 7847 Attn Camcorder Repair UOIBuIIOJU INOA 104 35 Before Requesting Service If a problem arises you may be able to correct it yourself See Symptom and Correction list below Symptom No picture in EVF Connect Power Source pp 8 9 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA pp 16 19 Check for Dew Indication p 30 Use fully charged Battery p 8 Firmly connect all needed cables p 9 Video cassette cannot be inserted Connect Power Source pp 8 9 Insert cassette window side facing out p 10 Video cassette cannot be removed Connect Power Source pp B 9 Operation buttons do not work Check tor Dew Indication p 30 Recording cannot be done Make sure record tab is intact p 10 Check Battery Indicator p 29 Check for Dew Indication p 30 Auto Focus does not operate Set FOCUS to AUTO p 23 Set POWER to CAMERA p 16 Sound from microphone can t be monitored Set unit to REC or Record Pause mode Camera picture is too dark Set HIGH SPEED SHUTTER to AUTO p 24 No playback picture or the playback Press UP DOWN button during playback picture is noisy or contains streaks Tracking Control p 19 Top of playback picture waves back and forth A playback signal is not as stable as an off the air excessively TV signal so the top of your
9. out and remove Battery 3 Snap new Battery mark down into Battery Tray Do not reverse the polarity 4 Insert Battery Tray so the triangle 2 marks meet Note Keep Battery out of children s reach 3 Sm Swallowing it may be harmful Improper installation discharge or missing battery causes CLOCK BATTERY to appear when DISPLAY is pressed Battery life is approximately 5 years 32 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Palmcorder Accessory System To order instructions see the Accessory Order Form page The listed standard battery use times are based on continuous recording using this Palmcorder Accessory Description AC Adaptor with DC Power Cable Call For Charging of the Nickel Pricing Cadmium Battery or Nickel Metal Hydride Battery HHR V60A 1B HHR V40A 1B HHR V20A 1B AC Adaptor with DC Power Cable Call For Charging of the Nickel Pricing Cadmium Battery or Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Up to 6 hr Battery Pack Rechargeable Nickel 119 95 Metal Hydride Battery Up to 4 hr Battery Pack Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Up to 2 hr Battery Pack Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery AA Battery Case PV C16 Note Prices subject to change without notice Car Battery Cord VHS PlayPak Soft Sided uoneulnojJu INOA 104 P
10. plug We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor VJSS0070 in an area which has special AC outlets Car Battery Cord Optional 1 Connect PV C16 Car Battery Cord r optional to Camcorder DC IN Start engine first Piug Car Battery Cord into Cigarette lighter socket Cigarette If Car Battery cord fuse needs replacing Lighter use exact current rating in amps Socket 12 V Note This cord only works in vehicles equipped with DC 12 V negative ground battery Check with your car truck dealer Use only specified car battery cord To avoid blowing the car battery cord fuse do step 2 in the proper order Running vehicles must be well ventilated Car Battery Cord Cigarette When not in use disconnect cigarette optional Lighter Plug lighter plug For personal safety the driver of the vehicle should not attempt to operate the camcorder while driving 9 Cassette Information Cassette Insertion Removal 1 Turn Tape Wheel in direction of arrow until there is no stack 2 Attach Battery page 8 3 Slide TAPE EJECT to open door 4 Insert cassette as shown 5 Press here to close door To remove the cassette slide the TAPE EJECT switch Record Playback Time Use tapes with the mark in this unit Tape Speed Cassette type Selector Position TC 20 TC 30 TC 40 SP SLP 1 hour Super Long Play 30 minutes SLP playback may contain more picture noise Erase Protection Tab
11. 00 1 00 12 00 and Time bottom of page 3b Auto Daylight Saving Time Clock will auto adjust to daylight saving time DST DST AUTO Spring First Sunday in April ahead one hour 1 00AM 2 00AM Daylight Saving ii Ime 3 00AM 4 00AM Autumn Last Sunday in October back one hour Time The Camcorder is preset to DST AU o If DST is not observed in your area set to Ola by doing the following Press UP or DOWN to 7 0AYUOHT SAVING TIME select OFF or AUTO Press DISPLAY to confirm entry Note Auto DST does not function if time zone is set to Hawaii or Samoa see Setting the Time Zone above e 1 00AM 2 00AM 3c Setting Date and Time e Date and time including leap year are Mo E m 0 2 calculated up to DEC 31 2099 EXAMPLE Press or hold down UP or 7 DOWN to select hour then press DISPLAY to fix Repeat for minute month day DATE TiME SETTING igi pcs DATE TIME SETTING Vlr x los sio 12 00 08AM ML 00 0e 1 00 00PM JAN 1 7002 JAN 1 2005 JAN 2002 and year Clock starts when year is SELECT PUSH UP DOWN KEY SELECT PUSH UP DOWN KEY SELECT Pus mow xev entered and DISPLAY is SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY BET PUSH DISPLAY KEY pressed 14 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Built in Auto Light Using the Light Before you
12. IGHT repeatedly until no indicator is displayed M EVF Indications ra No Indication o y O Second press Medium O Third press High Fourth press Press B LIGHT 22 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA Camcorder automatically focuses on subject even during zooming Auto Focus is on when MF is not displayed in EVF Press M FOCUS to remove MF in EVF if necessary Manual Focus Use Manual Focus MF when recording through glass lighting is poor subject is far away with objects in foreground EVF Indication Subject has distinct horizontal lines subject is not centered in EVF subject has a shiny surface subject is slanted subject is bright and flat like a white wall subject has fast motion like a golf swing 2 4 1 Press M FOCUS so MF Manual Focus o A Y appears in EVF 7 n IL 2 TS 5 po SR A C Hold down T telephoto on POWER y SAT Pa ZOOM to maximum zoom in I seed D o AA 3 Press UP FAR or DOWN NEAR until subject is in focus e Back away from subject if necessary i 4 Hold down W wide angle on POWER ZOOM as desired 3 Refocus as needed when aiming at new scenes Macro Focus close ups Auto Focus functions up to 12 7 mm 1 2 inch from subject Hold do
13. 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 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 requirements for the grounding electrode ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 610 21 a POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE NEC ART 250 PART Hj 14 Lightning For added protection of this video unit receiver during a Y Pull storm or when it s left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall ou
14. LAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY 12 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Setting the Clock Set the following items in order Time Before you begin Zone Daylight Saving Time Date Connect Camcorder to power source and Time Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR 1 Press MENU for MENU mode l payers Guia DISPLAY ON CAMERA MODE VCR MODE 2 Press DISPLAY for GLOCK SET CLOCK SET menu ae AN Press UP or DOWN to DATE TEIME 12 00 G0AM select TIME ZONE DST or DATE TIME 3 Press DISPLAY for menu of item selected in step 2 To change the setting ONEZ gt Go to step 3a on page 14 o UA 3 Go to step 3b on page 14 3 Go to step 3c on page 14 4 Press MENU twice to exit continued on next page 13 Setting the Clock 3a Setting the Time Zone The Camcorder is preset to Eastern time pee zone chart Press UP or DOWN to 7 SEET mz ZONE select local time zone PADI FIC Press DISPLAY to MOUNTAIN SAMOA confirm entry SELECT PUSH UP OOWN KEY BET PUSH DISPLAY KEY When traveling repeat this operation and select one of the 8 listed time zones to set the clock to local time Note Clock may lose or gain up to 2 minutes er month hen traveling outside the listed time zones set clock to local time manually p p d PW To adjust or set clock see Setting Date igo 8 00 510 00 11 00 12
15. MENU Button 12 MENU Mode 12 M FOCUS Button 23 MotionSensor 28 P PLAY Button 19 Playback 19 20 PlayPak Optional 20 Power Supply 8 9 POWER Switch 7 16 19 POWER ZOOM Button A 22 23 27 Programmed Recording 18 Q Quick Operation Guide 7 R RECORD PAUSE Button 16 Record Playback Time 10 Replacing Clock Battery 32 Request for Service Notice a e 35 REWIND SEARCH Button 19 S Safety Precautions 3 Servicenter List 38 Shoulder Strap 11 Special Effects 19 Specifications 35 STILL Button 19 Still Picture 19 STOP Button 19 T AA A 10 TAPE EJECT Switch 10 16 TAPE SPEED Button 16 Tracking Control 19 Tripod Mounting Hole 32 U UP FAR DOWN NEAR Button 12 19 23 i VHF Connecting Cable 21 Video Cassettes tapes 10 Video Head Cleaning 36 Viewing TV VCR 20 VISION ADJUSTMENT 16 Z LOO ei 22 27 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Printed in Indonesia LSQT0527A S0102 0
16. PASC authorized Servicenter or damage that is attributable t acts of God There are no pes warranties except as listed above THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ae WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO RECORDING MEOIA RESULTING FROM THE USE F 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 ves you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If a problem with this product develops during or alter the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the Consumer Affairs Department 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 LER 5 iS CALLS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER warvi uongul10ju INOA 104 37 ervicenter List For Product Information Operating Assistance Literature Request Dealer Locations and
17. Palmcorder Camcorder Mua Ss ar VIS Camcorder Operating Instructions model No VM D52 Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to operate this product Please save this manual Guia para r pida consulia en espanol est incluida For assistance please call 1 800 211 PAB 7262 or send e mail to consumirproducisCopanasenic cam LSGTOS2 d vonelado iseg EEA E s in e jeioads TI s y lt 6 a 5 mm is m to par O Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic You have purchased one of the most Sophisticated and reliable products on the Dealer Purchased From market today Used properly it will bring you years of enjoyment Please take time Dealer Address to fill in the information to the right Dealer Phone No The serial number is on the tag located on Model No the rear side of your Camcorder Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Serial No Camcorder information source Date of Purchase Unpack your Camcorder These accessories are provided in order to set up or use your Camcorder 1 pc AC Adaptor 1 pc Audio Video Cable 1 pc Battery Pack PV A20 with DC Power LSJA0390 pages 20 21 PV BP15 pages 8 9 Cable page 9 a Battery Charging Confirmation 1 pc Shoulder Strap 1 pc CR2025 Clock LSFC0012 page 11 Battery VSBW0004 A installed in Camcorder i page 32 Use this marker as a
18. R to CAMERA or VCR 1 Press MENU for MENU mode The CAMERA or VCR MENU screen see below E left appears when Menu mode is entered aee SAA AA Press UP or DOWN to highlight the a gt 9l desired menu item Q ok a eee 3 LD Press DISPLAY to set selection 4 Press MENU to exit Note The Menu mode is canceled if UP DOWN 1 2 3 4 DISPLAY or MENU are not pressed within amp MJ 5 minutes when Self Demo mode is off The Menu mode is canceled if UP DOWN DISPLAY or MENU are not pressed within 30 seconds when Self Demo mode is on MENU Mode CAMERA Screen 1 PROGRAMMED REC page 18 Camcorder starts and stops recording at a preset time 2 DISPLAY page 29 ON On screen Display OSD screens are displayed PUSH DISPLAY KEY EUM MCN MET 3 SHUTTER page 24 Select desired shutter speed 4 STAND BY RELEASE page 17 ON Enables quick resumption of recording from Stand by mode 5 CLOCK SET pages 13 14 Select to set clock 6 LIGHT MODE page 15 MENU Mode VCR Screen ON OFF Light can be set ON or OFF ON OFF AUTO Light can be set ON OFF or AUTO 7 MOTIONSENSOR page 28 ON Enables MotionSensor recording 8 VIDEO EFFECTS pages 25 26 AUTO FADE BLACK or WHITE DIGITAL FADE TYPE 7 types COLOR 8 colors Oo m Gh oN SELECT PUSH UP DOWN KEY ET PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY SELECT PUSH UP DOWN KEY SET PUSH DISP
19. almcorder Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order 1 Palmcorder Model 2 Items Ordered Price Each Quantity Total Price Description Subtotal Your State amp Local Sales Tax Shipping amp Handling Total Enclosed 3 Method of payment check one L Check or Money Order enclosed NO C O D SHIPMENTS VISA Credit Card MasterCard Expiration Date L Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to PANASONIC ACCESSORIES Please do not send cash 4 Shipping information UPS delivery requires complete street address Ship To Mr Mrs Ms First Last Phone 4 Day Street Address Night City State Zip TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1 800 332 5368 6 AM 5 PM M F 6 AM 10 30 AM SAT PACIFIC TIME OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 34 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Specifications Power Source Compact VHS Camcorder DC 6 V AC Adaptor 110 120 220 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Battery Nickel Cadmium Type DC 6 V Power Consumption Compact VHS Camcorder 6V DC 6 0 W Max 9 W AC Adaptor 19 W 1 2 W when not in use Video Signal EIA Standar
20. amcorder 2 Press PLAY on Camcorder then press STILL at starting point 3 Press REC then STILUPAUSE on VCR ail Vaio oi E Connecting AE s cas TA A STIELI Video Out supplied not supplied PAUSE on VCR to start copying uone4edo 3iseg 5 Press STOP on both units to stop copying Note Camcorder will only playback tapes Recording VCR recorded in SP or SLP mode Dubbing may reduce picture quality CAUTION Unauthorized exchanging and or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement Monitor with your TV Turn TV on and tune to VCR channel CH3 or CH4 Set TV VCR Selector on VCR to VCR 21 Four Speed Power Zoom Zoom in close up and out wide angle in Before you begin one of four speeds ranging from slow 16 Connect Camcorder to power source seconds to fast 2 seconds Set POWER to CAMERA Zoom In T Or Zoom Out W Zoom slowly Lightly press T telephoto or W wi angle POWER ZOOM button Zoom quickly Apply more pressure to the button Backlight Use when subject is darker than Before you begin surroundings in shadowed area or in front Connect Camcorder to power source of the light source Set POWER to CAMERA J f Press B LIGHT while recording to select the level of backlight compensation Ri enm oppose VITE TED In normal lighting press B L
21. are no user serviceable parts inside Unplug your Camcorder 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 sunlight 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 lens 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
22. as suntan lotion as it may damage the finish able of Contents ef Things You Should Know ccssessessesseceteressseesersrerecserestensessssesarsrsesens 2 3 M Important Safeguards ccessecssssscsssssrsneresesesesssnsessessusosenenseseseasesssecenessanees 4 5 gt Ed UNS iia 5 2E Quick Operation Guide ssccsssccesersscsessseseessspnceseuenesssensnssesssnnessesscestesees 7 em Supplying Power Battery Charge Use Refresh Care AC Adaptor Car Battery Cord 8 9 Ope Cassette Information 200 0 csessssssscesssesesssererssssssessesesecavserecssaeessessnsversenseets 10 D Before Using Remove the Sensor tag Using the Shoulder and Hand Straps Lens Cap 11 Bad Using MENU Mode cscssscsssssssssescrosesesecnessnsnsssnasensenenenenssnencnsnsvensnsssnscosors 12 EM Setting the Clock Time Zone Auto Daylight Saving Time eene 13 14 i223 Built in Auto Light Using the Light Replacing the Bulb eere 15 AM J OR e ur cc sH a U A BI Camera Recording Basic Stand by Programmed Recording een 16 18 T Playing Back Recordings o Basic Playback Visual Search Still Picture Tracking TV VCR Playback 19 20 O Copying your Tapes dubbing mcoocioncicnnncocaciososoronononananoranonocnnororosonanaco
23. begin Connect Camcorder to power source For recording in dim lighting Set POWER to CAMERA 1 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP or DOWN to select Mela UM ID ser usn pisPrav ev Press DISPLAY to set OFF ON or OFF ON AUTO Press MENU to exit Press LIGHT repeatedly for Light ON CAUTION OFF or AUTO Light becomes hot In AUTO light turns itself on off Never cover Light while on according to lighting conditions Note a Using Light reduces battery operating time FVF Indications Provide proper ventilation when using Light extensively in a hot environment Using Light when the Camcorder is powered by a car battery may shorten ulb life Set Light to OFF when not in use i Before you begin Replacing the Bulb Order Part No VLLW0015 for replacement bulb Set POWER to OFF CLOCK BET OFF ON SELECT PUSH UP DOWN KEY peueis Bunies5 D Light is on A D Light mode is auto 12 00 00AM JAN 1 2002 y 1 1 Slightly raise portion Q of lens cover to unhook and slide portion forward to remove Using Tweezers or needle nose pliers carefully remove bulb Take unit to service center if you need assistance Replace bulb using a clean cloth or tissue Do not touch with fingers 4 Replace lens cover Note Handle bulb gently Excessive force may cause bulb to crack DANGER Use only replacement bulb PART NO VLLW0015 sup
24. c com Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA 1 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP or DOWN to select IPIS Hz 3563 2 Press DISPLAY for VIDEO EFFECTS menu Press DOWN to select DIGITAL FADE SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY PUSH MENU KEY END AUTO FADE 3 Press DISPLAY for DIGITAL FADE menu Press UP or DOWN to select ENT Press DISPLAY for TYPE menu Press UP or DOWN to select from 7 different types of fades A preview of each fade type is displayed as it is selected DIGITAL FADE DIGITAL FADE TYPE EEGA rasorr CA SHARP XASHARP C STRIPE KXMOSAIC XS RANDOM E BOFT PUSH UP DOWN KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY 4 Press DISPLAY for ICI FADE menu Press DOWN to select Press DISPLAY for COLOR menu Press UP or DOWN to select from 8 colors A preview of each color is displayed as it is selected DIGITAL FADE DIGITAL FADE COLOR TYPE E3SOFT Er WHITE BLUE YELLOW CYAN RED GREEN MAGENTA BLACK KEY SELECT PUSH UP DOWN SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY SELECT PUSH UP DOWN KEY END PUSH MENU KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY 5 Press DISPLAY to confirm entry Press MENU twice to exit 6 Press FADE for about 2 seconds to fade out during recording selected fade type flashes Press FADE again to fade in Power Zoom magnification is digitally increased Helps stabilize picture when recording in
25. cal horizontal or slanted stripes like a venetian blind brightness suddenly changes MotionSensor may not start when motion is very slow or fast moving object is very small motion occurs only in 1 corner of viewing area in poor lighting in this case MOTIONSENSOR flashes background is plain like a white wall or has distinct horizontal or vertical stripes 28 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Use AC Adaptor for longer recordings Insert cassette with record tab page 10 Set POWER to CAMERA Securely position and aim Camcorder A PAGE 2 2 Ce EINE OFF FADE BLACK 1 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP or DOWN to select MOTIONSENSOR VIDEO EFFECTS 2 Press DISPLAY to select ON 3 Press MENU for MotionSensor stand by mode If cassette is not inserted g3 will flash MOTION MOTION SENSOR SENSOR STAND 8Y Recording will start about 3 seconds after motion is detected Date and time are recorded if displayed in EVF page 14 Recording stops about 30 seconds after motion ceases To cancel MotionSensor Mode set POWER to OFF Note MotionSensor recording starts if Camcorder is bumped or repositioned This feature is not available during normal recording While in MotionSensor stand by the following functi
26. 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 PRODUCT PARTS LABOR SERVICE CONTACT NUMBER CAMCORDER ONE 1 YEAR EXCEPT NINETY 80 DAYS Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 CCD IMAGE SENSOR CCD IMAGE SENSOR NINETY 90 DAYS SIX 6 MONTHS DVO VCR DECK ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS Carry Inor Mail In _ 1 800 211 PANA 7262 DIGITAL STILL emo Macr censo NINETY 90 DAYS Carry In or Mail In 1 800 272 7033 NINETY 90 DAYS CAMERA CCD IMAGE SENSOR SIX 6 MONTHS AN MIXER ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS Carry In or Mail in 1 800 211 PANA 7262 1 800 211 PANA 7262 TVNCR TV DVD ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS Carry In 21 CRT OS EXCEPT CRT CRT NINETY 90 DAYS and Smaller CRT TWO 2 YEARS In Home or Carry In COMBINATION 2 oo CRIT and target TV HDR ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS In Home or Carry In 1 888 843 9788 COMBINATION EXCEPT CRT CRT NINETY 90 DAYS CRT TWO 2 YEARS Bakers if included New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten 10 ays Non rechargeable batteries are not warranted Tape if included New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for five 5 days Memory cards if included Exchange defective item for new one for ninety 90 days n hom
27. d 525 lines 60 fields NTSC color signal Video Recording System 2 rotary 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 20 1 zoom lens F1 1 6 with auto iris control Focal length 3 6 mm 72 0 mm 4 speed power zoom function Viewfinder 10 2 mm 0 4 inch Electronic Viewfinder Minimum Illumination Required 0 8 Ix F1 1 6 0 08 footcandles 7 Ix F1 1 6 0 7 footcandles EIA Standard Operating Temperature 0 C 40 C 32 F 104 F Operating Humidity 10 75 96 Weight Compact VHS Camcorder 0 87 kg 1 92 lbs AC Adaptor 0 3 Kg 0 66 Ibs Dimensions Compact VHS Camcorder 101 X 125 H x 190 5 D mm 4 W x 4 15 16 H x 7 1 2 D inch AC Adaptor 68 IW x 41 H x 140 D mm 2 11 16 W x 1 5 8 H x 5 1 2 D inch Weight and dimensions shown are approximate Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice 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
28. e carry in or mail in service as applicable in the USA can be obtained during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company PASC Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory Or call toll free contact number listed above to locate an 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 ia This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the original purchase is requires 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
29. ecording ss 9 hours before recording is resumed 17 amera Recording a Before you begin S gt Connect Camcorder to power source et a recording start and Stop time Or Use AC Adaptor for longer recordings set a 5 or 10 second interval recording Insert cassette with record tab page 10 to be done each minute Set POWER to CAMERA 123 1 Ey em Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP or SAND Ey RELEASE DOWN to select PROGRAMMED REC 2 Press DISPLAY Current time is LEES 10200 displayed Dd Each additional press Ser Pus DIS KEY of DISPLAY increases start time by 30 minutes 3 Press DOWN to select REC TIME MIN Press DISPLAY SELECT PUSH UP DOWN KEY repeatedly to select one stam PUSH rere KEY of the options shown at 9o oon left To cancel the setup press MENU twice 4 Press RECORD PAUSE STAND BY to place Camcorder in mec TIME E MI stand by mode REC TIME 10MIN 20MIN 30MIN pessum INTERVAL TO TAPE 10SEC MIN 5SEC MIN END 10 20 00PM JUN 1 2002 Recording will be done as scheduled 1 Record 5 seconds each minute 2 Record 10 seconds each minute Note Start time may not be set over 24 hours from current time Camcorder shuts off at tape end or 12 hours after Interval Recording starts To cancel set 1 8 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Playing
30. epiece Pull the EVF Eyepiece 2 Remove any lint or dust particles with a soft clean cloth being careful not to scratch the glass surfaces 3 Replace the EVF Eyepiece and the screw This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube CRT and other components that contain lead Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance lt http Avww eiae org gt ATTENTION SUN A nickel cadmium battery that is recyclable powers the product you have EA purchased At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it SUD is illegal to dispose of this battery into your municipal waste stream Please QES call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery Tl o lt O O D O 31 Replacing Clock Battery The clock battery is pre installed Follow the steps below if replacement becomes necessary 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 af in fire Clock Battery Tripod Mounting Hole 1 1 While pinching the 2 tabs pull Battery Tray out 2 Bend middle tab
31. has been included Therefore it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems The above markings are located on the appliance s 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 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 Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 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 turning the equipment off and on use the equipment in another location and or utilize an electrical 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 refere
32. nce Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to Follow Instructions All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed Cleaning Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a dry cloth for 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 should 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 povra for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be bl
33. nly with specified charger Do not drop or jar Battery Battery can be charged within a temperature range of Use Battery with specified units only as 10 C 50 F and 35 C 95 F If Battery is used in extremely high O Battery is normally warm after charging or just after use temperatures a safety device will Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn out Battery automatically prevent operation 9 Safety precautions To prolong Battery life to Do not get Battery near or dispose of in fire While not in use remove Battery from al Do not directly connect short circuit the positive the Camcorder and AC Adaptor and If and negative terminals store in a cool dark dry pres O Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble Battery Keep Battery terminals clean AC Adaptor 1 Connect ACA Tt daptor DC OUT to Camcorder DC IN with supplied DC Power Cable Plug in AC Adaptor POWER Lamp lights DC Power Cable Note While the DC Power Cable supplied is Connector connected to the AC Adaptor the Battery ride be charged When not in use unplug AC Adaptor from DC OUT AC outlet Adaptor uses 1 2 W of electricity Connector while plugged in CAUTION This unit will SM on 110 120 220 240 V AC 50 60 Hz An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC
34. o the video unit need for service 18 Servicing Do not attempt to service this 20 Replacement Parts When replacement video unit yourself as opening or removing parts are required be sure the service covers may expose you to dangerous voltage technician has used replacement parts or other hazards Refer all servicing to specified by the manufacturer or have the qualified service personnel same characteristics as the original part 19 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire video unit from the wall outlet and refer electric shock or other hazards servicing to qualified service personnel under 24 Safety Check Upon completion of any the following conditions 5 service or repairs to this video unit ask the a When the power supply cord or plug is Service technician to perform safety checks damaged to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order 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 from a pool or even a cup of coffee This action coutd permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder Do not attempt to disassemble this unit There
35. ocked or covered ever 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 Power Sources This video unit should be operated only from 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 local ower company For video units intended to be operated from battery power or other Sources refer to the operating instructions For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com 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 ower outlet only one way This is a safety eature 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 rounding type power outlet This is a safety eature
36. ons are not available Record Pause Stand by mode Digital E 1 S Video Effects Auto Digital Fade Electronic Viewfinder Indications Tape remaining and battery charge level Before you begin can be displayed e Connect Camcorder to power source 1 Set POWER to CAMERA 2 Press DISPLAY Initial screen repeatedly to select the following displays Battery Remaining Tape Remaining Bal No tape FULL LL FULL Co Bal BE El 5 il e Tape remaining indicator operates a few EMPTY E E EMPTY seconds after tape starts moving Recording the Date and Time a Do steps 1 and 2 above to select time date date only or no display Start a recording page 16 Only the Date and or Time are recorded Display Off Mode A Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR B Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP or DOWN to select ARALAN Press DISPLAY to select OFF Press MENU to exit Press DISPLAY repeatedly to remove time date Indications are restored the next time Camcorder is oon turned on CAMERA MODE VCR MODE Tl Q o c p gt o im 1 3 D o 29 Electronic Viewfinder Indications 12 00 00AM JAN Zoom Magnification level pages 22 27 6 Digital E I S page 27 Battery Remaining ILLE page 29 7 Digital Zoom page 27 WARNING LOW BATTERY appears 8 VCR MODE No and Camcorder shuts off after 15 VCR MODE appears for 1 minute seconds when POWER is se
37. ower source Make all TV Camcorder connections 1 Set POWER to VCR view playback CAMERA view picture as it is recorded 2 Turn TV ON and set to LINE INPUT See TV owner s manual Audia 3 Begin playback or recording Video Out gin Play 9 Audio Video Cable Supptied VCR Playback using PlayPak Optional Remove Battery lid and insert AA battery Do not reverse polarity Replace battery when tape loading unloading takes longer than usual eg o Insert VHS 4 Cassette in PlayPak Turn VHSIA cassette Tape Wheel in direction of arrow to take up any slack Slide RELEASE to open cassette lid X 2 3 Insert the VHS e cassette with the window up and on the feft then snap lid shut Do not obstruct cassette reet while loading SZ Allow PlayPak Load EY Detector to fully retract before using in VHS VCR Load Detector Remove VHSIA Cassette 1 Push cassette out through hole in bottom of PlayPak with your finger 20 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consSumerproducts panasonic com opying your Tapes dubbing Before you begin Connections Make Camcorder VCR connections see left Turn both units on Set VCR input signal to LINE Please see VCR owner s manual Set Camcorder POWER to VCR STILL 1 Insert a pre recorded tape into Camcorder and a blank tape with record tab into VCR Source Playing C
38. plied by Panasonic to reduce risk of fire Handle new bulb with cloth or tissue as skin oils will decrease bulb life Remove lens cover and allow bulb to cool before replacing to avoid possible burn hazard 15 Camera Recording Before you begin Recording via EVF Connect Camcorder to power source View recording scene on EVF Electronic Insert cassette with record tab page 10 Viewer Finder PAUSE 1 Set POWER to VISION AMERA ADJUSTMENT Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position EVF Indication EVF turns on off Record Pause mode Built in i Microphone by the POWER switch 2 Look into EVF and adjust VISION ADJUSTMENT to your eyesight 3 Hold down TAPE SPEED for about 1 second to change tape speed to SP SLP page 10 Tape speed 4 Press RECORD T PAUSE to start or RECORD pause recording 5 Set POWER EVF Indication OFF when finished Record mode To remove the cassette slide the TAPE EJECT switch page 10 Note When Camcorder is aimed at excessively bright objects or bright lights a vertical bar may appear in the picture This is normal for the CCD pick up Try to avoid this when possible 1 6 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Camera Recording Before you begin Stand by Quick Release Connect Camcorder to power source Insert cassette with record tab page 10 if lef
39. ranionos 21 Lo D t rand o Four Speed Power ZOOM sssssscesseseserencscsseeserensesenseensesansovecnesanacssaresareouss 22 cin eec 22 Focus Auto Manual FOCUS arkec eint mV ea xke ras Fat rad sce cR uui EKCO Va ges va E Fea RURuORPUR fev euh V ae Ua UE 23 High Speed Shutter Auto Manual Shutter eese eere renta tnn tnas 24 AUTO Fade Mv Ee 25 Color Digital Fade ii ed 26 Digital LOOM uri 27 Digital Electronic Image Stabilization E l S 27 MOHOITSOIBOE cien sek a 28 sainjeay jeisads Electronic Viewfinder Indications esee 29 30 Operation Notes Cleaning EVF sccsscsssessssscsscnsssnssvorensenenscassessnessesseneesensesenseces 31 rele Beet A E 31 Replacing Clock Battery Lecce ie cce eese rara rea tine aae totae aoro 32 Palmcorder Accessory System sscccessesserorssesessnsecessesecsenserenseesensersesees 33 Palmcorder Accessory Order Form eee e nennen enn ntmnnn 34 pe MM PP 35 Request for Service Notice lecce eccesso retrato rnnt rata aran 35 Before Requesting Service Video Head Cleaning eese eene nno 36 Limited Wat Tally iis sissies cancesencnelupivecccwcccd accanvecenatassutniassobetesacwucdersauteeasd eseradeas 37 Servicenter List da 38 Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a Para Uso R pido
40. reminder to yourself when S the battery is fully charged or in need of a charge This marker performs no function and is for your reference only 1 pc Lens Cap LSYK0818 with Lens Cap Strap LSGQ0049 page 11 Q For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Things You Should Know WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Your Compact VHS Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play SP and Super Long Play SLP modes You can also play a Compact VHS Camcorder recording on your VHS VCR using the supplied VHS PlayPak 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 WHS mark be used penis Bumy This symbol warns the user that CAUTION uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause a a iid electric 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 This symbol alerts the user that DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK important literature concerning the NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE operation and maintenance of this unit REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
41. rto Rico Inc Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 As of Sep 2001 38 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a Para Uso R pido Antes de comenzar inserte un casete con leng eta para prevenci n del grabado Cargue la bater a Inserte el casete Cargue completamente la bater a antes de usarla 1 Coloque la bater a cargada 2 Deslice TAPE EJECT para abrir la compuerta 3 Inserte el casete 2 Instale la bater a El indicador de carga CHARGE parpadea luego Presione aqu para queda encendido si ha terminado la cerrar la compuerta carga Desmonte la bater a Grabaci n con la videoc mara 1 Ajuste POWER a CAMERA Preslone RECORD PAUSE para comenzar la rabaci n resione RECORD PAUSE otra vez para hacer una pausa en la grabaci n 2 Presione REWIND SEARCH para rebobinar la cinta 3 Presione PLAY para comenzar la reproducci n 4 Presione STOP para finalizar la reproducci n Reproduccion 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 de
42. sea continuar reproduciendo Cable de audio video incluido 39 TI o lt O c o 3 o o A AC Adaptor 9 Accessories Optional 33 Accessories Supplied 2 Audio Video Cable 20 21 Audio Video Out 20 21 Auto Daylight Saving Time snb nd aut aban 14 B Backlight 22 Battery Pack 8 9 BATTERY RELEASE Button s 8 Before Requesting Service cT 36 B LIGHT Button 22 Built in Microphone 16 C Camera Recording 16 18 Car Battery Cord 9 Cassette Information 10 Charging Battery 8 Cleaning EVF 31 Clock Battery 32 Clock Set 13 14 Copying your Tapes 21 D DUO IN La oscar cm 9 DC Power Cable 9 Digital ELS icon 27 Digital Zoom 27 DISPLAY Button 12 19 29 Display off Mode 29 D ZOOM Button 27 E EIS Button 27 Electronic Viewfinder Indications 29 30 F Fade eere 25 26 FADE Button 25 26 FAST FORWARD SEARCH Button 19 FOCUS subas ein 23 H Hand Strap 11 High Speed Shutter 24 Lans Pamela 11 AAA 15 LIGHT Switch 15 Limited Warranty 37 M
43. t in RECORD PAUSE mode for 5 minutes Camcorder switches to Stand by gummi a Lg mode to conserve battery When set to ON Stand by Quick Release lets you resume 2 recording by pressing RECORD PAUSE two EL D times Stand by Quick Release is set to OFF odds at the factory gt mes Ey 1 b Set POWER to MENU s PAGE 1 2 CAMERA DISPLAY ON SEL T 2 LIGHT MODE OFF ON Press MENU for UR aet MENU mode END PUSH MENU KEY Press UP or DOWN to select SANA SUS STS 3 Press DISPLAY to select ON OFF ON From Stand by mode press RECORD PAUSE two times to resume recording OFF From Stand by mode set POWER to OFF then to CAMERA Press RECORD PAUSE to record 0 t 2 o o O D D O 5 4 Press MENU to exit Manual Easy Editing Easy Edit Stand by For proper continuity when taping from For a smooth transition between scenes if Stop mode or after attaching a new recording is stopped and then started within Battery 24 hours A Set POWER to VCR a Press RE RD PAUSE to stop B recording O Press REWIND SEARCH to rewind IK set POWER to OFF and leave cassette a few seconds of tape in Camcorder O Press PLAY to review recording C Q Press STILL where you want to To resume recording set POWER to continue recording CAMERA RECORD PAUSE C Set POWER to CAMERA coring RD PAUSE to resume D Press RECORD PAUSE to resume Note Use Manual Easy Edit left if more than 24 r
44. t to VCR or if 3 Tape Remaining page 29 RECORD PAUSE is pressed in VCR Ea flashes and TAPE END mode appears for conds when 9 DEW End of tape is reached If moisture condensation occurs in Ea flashes for 1 minute and unit PANEG DEN DETEGTED l CHECK TAPE appears for 5 appears and Camcorder will shut off in seconds when 15 seconds Wait until WARNING no RECORD PAUSE is pressed with no iced indicates when Camcorder is cassette or cassette has no record tab Nee ORS USB in Camera RECORD mode 10 MotionSensor page 28 PLAY FF or REW is pressed with no 11 Date and Time pages 13 14 cassette inserted in VCR mode 12 Operating Mode 4 10 Second Reminder REC record PAUSE Each time a recording is started a 10 FF fast forward PLAY second incremental display up to 59 50 REW rewind lets you monitor how long one scene is 13 Backlight page 22 recorded 0 00 0 10 0 20 59 50 T3 Manual Focus page 23 15 Light ON OFF AUTO page 15 return to 0 00 and continue 16 High Speed Shutter page 24 5 TAPE SPEED pages 10 16 17 Fade page 25 SP standard play 18 Color Digital Fade page 26 SLP super long play 30 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Operation Notes Cleaning EVF Electronic Viewer Finder To Remove 1 O Remove the screw with a Phillips screwdriver Turn counterclockwise Turn the EVF Ey
45. tlet 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 b If any liquid has been spilled into or should not be located in the vicinity of overhead objects have fallen onto the video unit G power lines or other electric light or power c If the video unit has been exposed to rain Id circuits or where it can fall into such power or water antenna system extreme care should be taken by following the operating instructions Q to keep from touching such power lines or Adjust only those controls that are covered circuits as contact with them might be fatal by the operating instructions as an improper I4 16 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets adjustment of other controls may result in e and extension cords as this can result in a damage and will often require extensive D risk of fire or electric shock work by a qualified technician to restore the EPa 17 Objects and Liquids Never push objects video unit to its normal operation MN of any kind into this video unit through e If the video unit has been dropped or the RSs openings as they may touch dangerous cabinet has been damaged voltage points or short out parts that could f When the video unit exhibits a distinct result in a fire or electric shock Never spill change in performance this indicates a liquid of any kind ont
46. unstable situations Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA 1 Press D ZOOM once D ZOOM 1 150x maximum twice D ZOOM 2 700x maximum The Higher digital magnification levels may cause picture distortion 2 Hold down T on POWER ZOOM Digital Zoom starts when normal zoom reaches maximum 20x Zoom level appears in EVF POWER ZOOM switch controls digital zoom level Normal zoom resumes when level falls to 20x 3 Press D ZOOM to turn off Digital Zoom so no indication appears Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA 1 Press EIS to display ElS in the EVF Image becomes slightly enlarged and shutter speed auto adjusts from 1 80 to 1 350 according to brightness Use High Speed Shutter page 24 if needed Shutter speed setting remains after EIS is canceled o o D 2i T D D Y 2 Press ElS again to cancel when not in use E 1 S may not function during extreme Camcorder movement recording of subjects with distinct horizontal or vertical stripes low light situations EIS indicator flashes intense fluorescent lighting situations recording of very fast motion 27 MdotionSensor Recording starts automatically if motion is detected 123 MotionSensor may mistakenly start when background is plain like a white wall or has distinct verti
47. wn W on POWER ZOOM to maximum wide angle Bring Camcorder up close to the subject 23 High Speed Shutter Improves Still or Slow Motion playback Before you begin picture of high speed subjects e g a tennis Connect Camcorder to power source stroke when viewed on Camcorder or 3or Insert cassette with record tab page 10 4 head VCR Set POWER to CAMERA In AUTO mode no indication in EVF shutter speed is auto adjusted from 1 60 to 1 350 according to subject brightness AUTO mode is selected each time POWER is set to CAMERA Manual Selection The faster the shutter speed the more light is needed for proper picture and color quality High Speed Shutter indication flashes if light is inadequate Provide additional light 1 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP or DOWN to select Riasan dij 2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select shutter speed 2 cM LESTIE 00GEDo O o I Mel 1 100 gt 1 250 1 500 1 10000 1 4000 1 2000 1 1000 3 Press MENU to exit Note Shutter speed cannot be set to 1 60 if Digital E I S feature is set to ON Provide additional halogen or tungsten light for use indoors or in poor light Fluorescent light degrades picture Auto Focus may not function properly if high speed shutter is used in inadequate light Setting reverts to AUTO each time POWER is set to CAMERA 24 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to
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