Quasar VM-D101 User's Manual
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1. HAWAII 99 859 Iwaiwa Street Aiea Hawaii 96701 Phone 808 488 1996 Fax 808 486 4369 Samnio fh Amro Rio Mih asse of Perso Risa ine Fenascnis Ses Company Ractony ENER Ka Y here um 0 5 Gan Ct enel Pak Garcia Puerto Rise QUES CT EA 19 2919 Ras GA UE 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 completamente la bater a antes de usarla 1 Coloque la bater a Enchufe el cargada adaptador de CA Deslice TAPE EJECT para abrir la compuerta 3 inserte el casete Instale la bater a El indicador de carga CHARGE parpadea luego 4 n queda encendido si ha terminado Presione aqu para la carga Desmonte la bater a cerrar la compuerta Aaron Ca LE RRA 1 Ajuste POWER a CAMERA 2 Presione RECORD PAUSE para comenzar la grabaci n Presione RECORD PAUSE gira vez para hacer una pausa en la grabaci n 2 Presione REWIND SEARCH para rebobinar la cinta TREPTOCMECOW CON GAGS ESPEREATES 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 e Oprimir nuevamente el bot n cuando se desea continuar rep2. 8 9 POWER Switch 14 17 POWER ZOOM Button SPEE 20 21 25 Programmed Recording 16 R RECORD PAUSE Button 14 Replacing Clock Battery 32 Request for Service Notice REWIND SEARCH Button 17 S Safety Precautions 3 Security Mode 26 Shoulder Strap 31 Specifications 35 STILL Button 17 Still Picture 17 STOP Button 17 T TDi 10 TAPE EJECT Switch 10 14 TAPE SPEED Button 14 TITLE Button 27 28 Titler 27 28 Tracking Control 17 Tripod Mounting Hole 32 U UP A FAR DOWN V NEAR Button 11 17 21 V VHF Connecting Cable 19 Video Cassettes tapes 10 Video Head Cleaning 36 Viewing TV VCR 18 VISION ADJUSTMENT 14 Ww Warranty ss 37 38 E ZOOMY oirisider sedini 20 25 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Q Printed in Indonesia LSQTO360A 1100 0
3. TV signal so the top of your 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 WACO Une ESA FI 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 Ideally head cleaning should be performed by a qualified 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 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com 36 For assistance please call Warranty Panasonic Sales Company Division of Panasonic Consumer Electronics 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
4. Em Keep Battery out of children s reach Swallowing it may be harmful Improperly installed discharged 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 For ordering instructions see the Accessory Order Form page The listed standard battery use times are based on continuous recording using this Palmcorder Accessory Figure Description Price AAN A AC Adaptor with 139 95 PV A17 yd DC Power Cable Charging of the Nickel E Cadmium Battery LSS PV A19 SE HHR V60A 1B HHR V40A 1B HHR V20A 1B PV AA6 PV C16 PV P1 PV H18A Note Prices subject to change without notice AC Adaptor with DC Power Cable Charging of the Nickel Cadmium Battery or Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Call For Pricing Up to 6 hr Battery Pack Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery 119 95 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 Car Battery Cord VHS PlayPak Soft Sided Carrying Case WENA IM JO Palmcorder Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order 1 P
5. ZOOM to maximum zoom in 3 Press UP A FAR or DOWN Y NEAR until subject is in focus Back away from subject if necessary 4 Hold down W wide angle on POWER ZOOM as desired e Refocus as needed when aiming at new scenes losses Auto Focus functions up to 12 7 mm 1 2 inch from subject Hold down W on POWER ZOOM to maximum wide angle Bring Camcorder up close to the subject 21 High Speed Shutter Improves Still or Stow 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 Aro Shuwier 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 MEn Salaction 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 A or DOWN Y to select SHUTTER 2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select shutter speed MENU REC PROGRAMMED TITLE AUTO STAND 8Y RELEASE OFF CLOCK SET PAGE 1 2 v SELECT PUSH Y A KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY eli 1 60 1 100 1 250
6. flashes and TAPE END appears for 5 seconds when End of tape is reached ks flashes 1 minute and CHECK TAPE appears for 5 seconds when RECORD PAUSE is pressed with no cassette or cassette has no record tab in Camera RECORD mode PLAY FF or REW is pressed with no cassette inserted in VCR mode 10 Second Reminder Each time a recording is started a 10 second incremental display up to 59 50 Digital E 1 S page 25 Digital Zoom page 25 VCR MODE VCR MODE appears 1 minute when POWER is set to VCR or if RECORD PAUSE is pressed in VCR mode DEW If moisture condensation occurs in unit WARNING DEW DETECTED appears Power Lamp flashes and Camcorder will shut off in 15 seconds Wait until lamp no longer flashes when Camcorder s turned on to use O Security Mode page 26 Date and Time pages 12 13 Operating Mode REC record PAUSE e FF fast forward PLAY REW rewind lets you monitor how long one scene is 13 Backlight page 20 recorded 0 00 0 10 0 20 59 50 py Manual Focus pags 21 15 High Speed Shutter page 22 return to 0 00 and continue 16 Fade page 23 5 TAPE SPEED pages 10 14 17 Color Digital Fade page 24 SP standard play SLPzsuper long play 30 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproductsG panasonic com Operation Notes Me Seer sre Xe psu whe LEEN CY tine Remove Batter
7. 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 attributable 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 FO
8. Copying your Tapes dubbing Connections Source Playing Camcorder Cable not supplied Out Recording VCR Monter mila VASTU UY Turn TV on and tune to VCR channel CH3 or CH4 Set TV VCR Selector on VCR to VCR Before you begin 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 1 Insert a pre recorded tape into Camcorder and a blank tape with record tab into VCR 2 Press PLAY on Camcorder then press STILL at starting point 3 Press REC then STILL PAUSE on VCR 4 Press STILL on Camcorder and STILL PAUSE on VCR to start copying 5 Press STOP on both units to stop copying Note Camcorder will only playback tapes recorded in SP or SLP mode Dubbing may reduce picture quality CAUTION Unauthorized exchanging and or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement 19 Four Speed Power Zoom Zoom in close up and out wide angle in one of four speeds ranging from slow 16 seconds to fast 2 seconds Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA Zoom In T A d Zoom Out W Zoom slowly Lightly press T telephoto or W wide angle POWER ZOOM button Zoom quickly Apply more pressure to the button nogaoganagagagaggagogogooaoguonaonaauga
9. month day and year Clock starts when year is entered and DISPLAY is pressed 13 Camera Recording RaCercine v a EV View recording scene on EVF VISION ADJUSTMENT Built in Twin Capsule 2 Way Microphone SPEED EL SP SLP 1 4 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts e panasonic com Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Insert cassette with record tab page 10 1 Set POWER to CAMERA Lens Cover opens Power Lamp lights Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position EVF turns on off by the POWER switch EVF Indication Record Pause mode 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 7 PAUSE to start or RECORD pause recording EVF Indication Record mode 5 Set POWER to OFF when finished To remove the cassette slide the TAPE EJECT switch page 10 Note e 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 Camera Recording Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Insert cassette with record tab page 10 Wemel ASW xeu For proper continuity when taping from Stop mode or after attach
10. Adaptor from AC outlet Adaptor uses 1 2 W of electricity while plugged in CAUTION This unit will operate on 110 120 220 240 V AC 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 plug We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor VJSS0070 in an area which has special AC outlets Bagupoguouuauoagugauuauuuuauuagusagaadaadannacrt 9 Cassette Information Coss o Insanioniamovel 1 Turn Tape Wheel in direction of arrow until there is no slack i 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 nxsxeene PA Utbuxe Use tapes with the VHS mark in this unit Tape Speed Selector Position TC 20 TC 30 TC 40 SP e SLP 1 hour Super Long Play 30 minutes Protects tapes from being accidentally 1 erased To prevent accidental erasing p break off tab with screwdriver e Or slide tab open 2 2 To record again cover hole with adhesive tape Slide tab type Or slide tab closed 1 0 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Using MENU Mode Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR 1 Press MENU
11. Date Connect Camcorder to power source and Time Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR 1 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y to select CLOCK SETA CLOCK SET DISPLAY STAND BY SELECT PUSH Wa SET PU KEY SELECT PUSH V A KEY SH DISPLAY KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY ENO MENU KEY END PUSH MENU KEY CAMERA MODE VCR MODE 2 Press DISPLAY for Vibe caeci CLOCK SET menu ae Press UP A or DOWN Y to select TIME ZONE SELECT PUSH vA EY DST or DATE TIME END PUSH MENU KEY 3 Press DISPLAY for menu of item selected in step 2 To change the setting MIER II gt Go to step 3a on page13 3 Go to step 3b on page13 3 Go to step 3c on page13 4 Press MENU twice to exit 1 2 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Setting the Clock 3a stib the Tio ome The Camcorder is preset to Eastern time Time cone chart i B 00 3 9 00 10 00 11 00 12 00 1 00 12 00 Sbata Clock will auto adjust to daylight saving time DST DST AUTO Spring First Sunday in April ahead one hour 1 00 a m 2 00 a m Normat Time Daylight Saving Time Autumn Last Sunday in October back one hour Daylight Saving Time Normal Time 3 00 a m 4 00 a m 1 00 a m 2 00 a m o 1 00 a m 2 00 a m JC Sm beoe Ue _ Date and time including leap year are cal
12. a 1 pc CR2025 Clock charge This marker performs Battery VSBW0004 no function and is for your installed in Camcorder reference only page 32 2 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com ungs E You Should Know SEE TEENS 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 VCA 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 This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may para 7 have sufficient magnitude to cause dr d NOT OPEN 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 SEAVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE operation and maintenance of this unit REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL has been included Therefore it should be read carefully in order to
13. extreme Camcorder movement recording of subjects with distinct horizontal or vertical stripes low light situations EIS indicator flashes intense fluorescent lighting situations e recording of very fast motion 25 Security Mode Recording starts automatically if motion is detected Motion Security may mistakenly start when j background is plain like a white wall or has distinct vertical horizontal or slanted stripes like a venetian blind brightness suddenly changes Motion Security 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 MOTION SECURITY flashes background is plain like a white wall or has distinct horizontal or vertical stripes Note Security recording starts if Camcorder is bumped or repositioned This feature is not available during normal recording While in Motion Security stand by the following functions are not available Record Pause Stand by mode Digital E I S Video Effects Auto Digital Fade 26 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 1 Press MENU for MENU mo
14. gt 1 500 1 10000 1 4000 1 2000 1 1000 3 Press MENU to exit Note 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 22 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Auto Fade n interesting way to open and close scenes FADE WHITE WHITE BLACK Fade In Fade Out 1 Press MENU for Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y to select VIDEO EFFECTS MI push viseta Key END PUSH MENU KEY 2 Press DISPLAY for VIDEO EFFECTS VIDEO EFFECTS menu DIGITAL FADE Press UP A or DOWN Y to select setect rush wa KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY AUTO FADER ENO PUSH MENU KEY 3 Press DISPLAY for AUTO FADE COLOR AUTO FADE ap COLOR menu l Press UP A or DOWN Y to select SELECT PUSH viakey y BLACK or WHITE 4 Press DISPLAY to confirm entry Press MENU to exit In RECORD PAUSE mode press FADE so FADE flashes in EVF Press RECORD PAUSE Recording starts as picture and sound gradually fade in Fade Out While recording press FADE so FADE flashes in EVF Press RECORD PAUSE Pict
15. interval recording to be done each minute REC TIME 10MIN gt 20MIN 30MIN qoem INTERVAL TO TAPE 10 SEC MIN 5 SEC MIN END 1 Record 5 seconds each minute 2 Record 10 seconds each minute 16 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Camera Recording Axes Tr Doa se Reema Hr 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 MENU 1 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP A or Sune DOWN Y to select PROGRAMMED REC 2 Press DISPLAY Current time is pE 10 20PM displayed xo Each additional press 3er PUSH DEPAY Kev START PUSH RECORD KEY of DISPLAY increases cance PUSH MENU KEY start time by 30 minutes ciiin 3 Press DOWN Y to select QHANA EA MIN Press DISPLAY SELECT PUSH ia KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY repeatedly to select one start PUSH RECORD KEY CANCEL PUSH MENU KEY of the options shown at 10 20 00PM left To cancel the setup press MENU twice 4 Press RECORD PAUSE STAND BY to place Camcorder in REC RM 10MIN stand by mode ordo AN 12001 Recording will be done as scheduled 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 start
16. or refurbished parts free of charge in the USA or Puerto Rico in the event of a defect in mater als or workmanship as follows all time periods commence from the date of the original purchase PRODUCT PARTS LABOR CAMCORDER ONE 1 YEAR EXCEPT CCD IMAGE SENSOR NINETY 90 DAYS DIMA NSOR X 8 MONTH NINE TY 80 DA H ON AR NIN 90 DA ALY MIXER ON AB NIN 90 DA MONITOR VCR ONE 1 YEAR EXCEPT CRT NINETY 90 DAYS CRT TWO 2 YEARS 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 pane acaded New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for ive ays In home carry in or mail in service as applicable in the USA can be obtained during the warranty porog aeon acting a Panasonic Services Com any PASC Factory Servicenter listed in the ervice Directory Or cali toll free 1 800 211 PANA 7262 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 This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser
17. 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 coutd permanently damage the interna 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 as suntan lotion as it may damage the finish EAS Bu VORSECO MER PEN 3946 AN JO SEM f Table of Co
18. OU MEMORIAL DAY HAPPY FATHER S DAY WE LOVE YOU INDEPENDENCE DAY LABOR DAY HAPPY HALLOWEEN HAPPY THANKSGIVING MERRY CHRISTMAS HO HO HO HAPPY EASTER HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HAPPY BIRTHDAY VACATION WEDDING DAY A SPECIAL DAY Intelligent Titler Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Insert cassette with record tab page 10 Set POWER to CAMERA Phrase Title Display no indication BEAUTIFUL BRAVO CHEERS CONGRATULATIONS GIMME A BREAKI GOOD LUCK LOVE YOU OOPS OUR LITTLE ANGEL WAY TO GO EVF Indication 28 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com EET vio Confirm that TITLE AUTO MANUAL is set in Menu mode steps 1 3 page 27 suec PUSH MENU KEY 2 in Record Pause mode press TITLE repeatedly to display titles from list on page 27 3 To record the title Press RECORD PAUSE 4 Press TITLE while recording to remove title Note e To redisplay title press TITLE in Record Pause mode ogaagananpnaaaagusaoaoaozacgacgoauaun PANES TIO A Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP Aor DOWN to select TITLE B Press DISPLAY to select PHRASE C Press MENU to exit D In Record Pause mode press TITLE repeatedly to display phrases from the list at left E Do steps 3 4 above to record and remove phrase Note To redisplay phrase press TITLE in Record Pause m
19. Palmcorder Quasar VHSIN Camcorder Operating Instructions moden VM D101 Please read these instructions carefully before atterapting to operate this product Please save this manual Gu a para r pida consulta en espa ol est incluida For assistance please call 1 B00 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail tc consumerproducts amp panasonic com LECTICA Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic You have purchased one of the most Date of Purchase sophisticated and reliable products on the market today Used property it will bring Dealer Purchased From you years of enjoyment Please take time Dealer Address to fill in the information at the right Dealer Phone No The serial number is on the tag located on the rear side of your Camcorder Be sure Model No to retain this manual as your convenient i h Serial No Camcorder information source Wreck vor Camecreler 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 A19 with DC Power LSJA0283 VJAWO032 PV BP15 pages 8 9 Cable page 9 VJAWOO039 pages 18 19 Z Battery Charging Confirmation Marker 1 pc VHS PlayPak 1 pc Shoulder Strap PV P1 VYMW0009 and LSFC0012 page 31 one AA battery page 18 Dn ERN Use this marker as a reminder v py Herpes m EM Te to yourself when the battery is fully charged or in need of
20. RD PAUSE to start recording Press RECORD PAUSE again to pause recording Aena wating thie EY See page 17 GS 1 Set POWER to VCR 2 Press REWIND SEARCH to rewind tape 3 Press PLAY to start playback A Press STOP to stop playback Supplying Power 1 Plug in AC Adaptor Charge Battery Pack fully before use POWER Lamp lights 2 3 Insert Battery Q Align lett side of Battery with left edge of AC Adaptor O 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 feature 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 Using QS Batiany Rack A fully charged Battery provides a maximum of about 1 hour 10 minutes of continuous use Actual time may vary due to operating conditions CHARGE Lamp A Attach Battery Insert top of Battery into top of mounting surface BATTERY 9 Press and snap into place PACK Battery IB EEN Refresh To use battery refresh insert Battery on AC Adaptor see steps 1 2 above then press Thi
21. RTH 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 problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handled 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 VPF MA 102 37 Warranty cio lead NA 726 n h inearest servicenter by edis Gur Vic Ea ARRE PUES 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 Centralized Factory Servicenter Panasonic Services Company MAIL TO 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 Serv
22. aau aggaaganaogoonmnog Backlight Use when subject is darker than surroundings in shadowed area or in front of the light source nn ARH a Ole C2 vo 2018 Press BACKLIGHT 20 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 Press BACKLIGHT while recording to select the leve of backlight compensation In normal lighting press BACKLIGHT repeatedly until no indicator is displayed EVF Indications debi No Indication o die ne O Second press Medium O Third press High Fourth press Focus Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA AO FOCUS Camcorder automatically focuses on subject even during zooming Auto Focus is on when MF is not displayed in EVF Press MANUAL FOCUS to remove MF in EVF if necessary WEN 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 MF subject has a shiny surface subject is sianted subject is bright and flat like a white wall e subject has fast motion like a golf swing 1 Press MANUAL FOCUS so MF Manual Focus appears in EVF 2 Hold down T telephoto on POWER
23. almcorder Model 2 ltems Ordered Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State 4 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 O MasterCard Expiration Date O 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 First Last Phone 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 1 800 332 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 consumerproducts8 panasonic com Specifications _ __ __ _ _ ___aAA QA zz 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 AC Adaptor 19 W 4 2 W when not in use Video Signal EIA Standard 525 lines 60 fields NTSC color signal Video Recording Sys
24. attempt to disassemble or reassemble Battery Keep Battery terminals clean U S A CONSUMERS ATTENTION The product you have purchased is powered by a nickel cadmium battery which is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it is illegai to dispose of this battery into your municipal waste stream Please call 1 800 8 BAT TERY for information on how to recycle this battery LNG ACE a Car Estany Card DC Power Cable Cigarette Lighter POWER Lamp Socket 12 V VCR DC OUT Connector Car Battery Cord Cigarette optional Lighter Plug Connect AC Adaptor VCR DC OUT to Camcorder DC IN with supplied DC Power Cable 1 Connect PV C16 Car Battery Cord optional to Camcorder DC IN Plug in AC Adaptor POWER Lamp lights Start engine first Plug Car Battery Cord into Cigarette lighter socket If Car Battery cord fuse needs replacing use exact current rating in amps 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 O To avoid blowing the car battery cord D fuse do step 2 in the proper order Bt Running vehicles must be well ventilated a When not in use disconnect cigarette g lighter plug Note While the DC Power Cable supplied is connected to the AC Adaptor the Battery cannot be charged When not in use unplug AC
25. 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 1 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated 2 Retain instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating in
26. culated up to DEC 31 2099 EXAMPLE DISPLAY DATE TIME SETTING a le sis 5 ou 12 00 00AM VAN 1 Z00 JAN 102001 Sa ad PUSH V a KEY SELECT PUSH Y A KEY PUSH DISPLAY KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY Pa DATE TIME SETTING 44 00 00P 1200 OPM JAN 3 2001 SELECT PUSH Y A KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY SELECT TIME ZONE Press UP A or DOWN Y to select local time zone CENTRAL HAWAI Press DISPLAY to confirm entry PACIFIC ALASKA SELECT PUSH F A KEY SET 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 per month e When traveling outside the listed time zones set clock to local time manually To adjust or set clock see Setting Date and Time bottom of page The Camcorder is preset to DST GUAK If DST is not observed in your area set to sIzdby doing the following Press UP A or DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME DOWN Y to select OFF or AUTO Press DISPLAY to confirm entry SELECT PUSH Wik KEY Note Auto DST does not function if time zone is set to Hawaii or Samoa see Setting the Time Zone above DATE TIME SETTING wy Ne 12 00 06AM JAN 1 Z001 oo PUSH W a KEY PUSH DISPLAY KEY Press or hold down UP A or DOWN V to select hour then press DISPLAY to fix Repeat for minute
27. de Press UP A or DOWN Y to select SECURITY PUSH DISPLAY KEY PUSH MENU KEY 2 Press DISPLAY to select ON 3 Press MENU for Motion Security stand by mode If cassette is not inserted ies will flash MOTION MOTION SECURITY SECURITY STAND BY 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 Security Mode set POWER to OFF Intelligent Titler Acce VIO Camcorder auto displays title greeting on selected holidays when power is first turned on See title list below 1 Press MENU for Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Insert cassette with record tab page 10 Set POWER to CAMERA MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y to select xu See TITLE Ser RH DIA wey 2 Press DISPLAY to select AUTO MANUAL 3 Press MENU to exit 4 To record the title press RECORD PAUSE 5 Press TITLE while recording to remove title Note Once removed title will not be auto displayed To redisplay or select from other titles use Manual Title see below Automatic Manual Title Display List Oct 31 o EVF Indication Automatic Manual Title Display Dec 24 25 These Titles must be displayed manually HAPPY NEW YEAR CHEERS VALENTINE S DAY BE MY VALENTINE HAPPY MOTHER S DAY WE LOVE Y
28. de Press FADE for about 2 seconds to fade To cancel Digital Fade do steps 1 2 out during recording selected fade type and 5 In step 2 select AUTO FADE flashes Press FADE again to fade in 24 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Digital Zoom Power Zoom magnification is digitally increased 2 Digital Electronic Image Stabilization E LS Helps stabilize picture when recording in unstable situations BLL Vo 0 on Ei Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA 1 Press D ZOOM Digital Zoom mode 150x 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 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 EIS 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 22 if needed Shutter speed setting remains after EIS is canceled 2 Press EIS again to cancel when not in use E S may not function during
29. e 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 ELECTRIC I EQUIPMENT Ebo WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 816 21 a POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ODE SYSTEM NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE NEC ART 259 PART H 14 Lightning For added protection of this video unit receiver during a ng storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet a
30. ervice 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 l 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 the following conditions l 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 sate 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 could permanently damage the intemal parts of your Camcorder Do not attempt to disassemble this unit There are no user serviceable parts inside Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning DO NOT AIM YOUR
31. for MENU mode The CAMERA or VCR MENU screen see below left appears when Menu mode is entered 2 Press UP A or DOWN Y to highlight the desired menu item 3 Press DISPLAY to set selection 4 Press MENU to exit Note The Menu mode is canceled if UP DOWN A Y DISPLAY or MENU are not pressed within 5 minutes paagsgnaopouaoaaaaagaagaogaaaaogooununapmEmumnamuunsuuauuuauuuu MENU Mode CAMERA Screen 1 PROGRAMMED REC page 16 1 MENU PAGE 1 2 Camcorder starts and stops recording at a 2 TITLE A MED AUTOMANUAL preset time 3 SHUTTER AUTO 4 STAND BY RELEASE OFF 2 TITLE pages 27 28 v AUTO MANUAL 16 items 5 sr PUSH DISPLAY ey PHRASE 10 items 0 sind B tonc od edd 4 3 SHUTTER page 22 Select desired shutter speed 4 STAND BY RELEASE page 15 ON Enables quick resumption of recording from Stand by mode 5 CLOCK SET pages 12 13 Select to set clock 6 DISPLAY page 29 ON On screen Display OSD screens are displayed 7 SECURITY page 26 ON Enables Motion Security recording 8 VIDEO EFFECTS pages 23 24 AUTO FADE BLACK or WHITE SELECT PUSH v A KEY DIGITAL FADE TYPE 7 types PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY COLOR 8 colors aon O SELECT PUSH W a KEY SET PUSH DISPLAY KEY END PUSH MENU KEY 11 Setting the Clock Set the following items in order Time Before you begin Zone Daylight Saving Time
32. icenter 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 Igin for repair Customer s in Puerto Rico please ship or carry in to location below Service in Puerto Rico FERRY MOcations CALIFORNIA GEORGIA MICHIGAN TENNESSEE 6550 Katella Avenue 8655 Roswell Road 37048 Van Dyke Avenue 3800 Ezell Road Cypress CA 90630 Suite 100 Sterling Heights Suite 806 Atlanta GA 30350 MI 48312 Nashville TN 37211 800 Dubuque Avenue S San Francisco CA 94080 20201 Sherman Way Suite 102 Canoga Park CA 91306 3878 Ruffin Road Suite A San Diego CA 92123 COLORADO 1640 South Abilene Street Suita D Aurora CO 80012 FLORIDA 3700 North 29th Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood FL 33020 ILLINOIS 9060 Golf Road Niles IL 60714 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 TEXAS 13615 Welch Road Suite 101 Farmers Branch TX 75244 WASHINGTON 20425 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 1703 North Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 Pick up drop off only MARYLAND 62 Mountain Road Glen Burnie MD 21061 MASSACHUSETTS 60 Glacier Drive Suite G Westwood MA 02090
33. il 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 Rone 35 Before Requesting Service If a problem arises you may be able to correct it yourself See Symptom and Correction list below No picture in EVF Connect Power Source pp 8 9 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA pp 14 17 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 8 9 Operation buttons do not work Check for 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 21 Set POWER to CAMERA p 14 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 22 No playback picture or the playback Press UP A DOWN Y button during playback picture is noisy or contains streaks Tracking Control p 17 Top of playback picture waves back and forth A playback signal is not as stable as an off the air excessively
34. ing a new Battery A Set POWER to VCR Bo Press REWIND SEARCH to rewind a few seconds of tape O Press PLAY to review recording Q Press STILL where you want to continue recording C Set POWER to CAMERA D Press RECORD PAUSE to resume recording SemcHow Coles RASA if left in RECORD PAUSE mode for 5 minutes Camcorder switches to Stand by mode to conserve battery When set to ON Stand by Quick Release lets you resume recording by pressing RECORD PAUSE two times Stand by Quick Release is set to OFF at the factory 1 Set POWER to CAMERA 2 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y to select STAND BY RELEASE 3 Press DISPLAY to select ON OFF ON From Stand by mode press RECORD PAUSE two times to resume recording From Stand by mode set POWER to OFF then to CAMERA Press RECORD PAUSE to record TINE AUTO STAND BY RELEASE ise gt OFF CLOCK SET MOPEICKO OFF 4 Press MENU to exit ASV ime SEMCHN For a smooth transition between scenes if recording is stopped and then started within 24 hours a Press RECORD PAUSE to stop recording Set POWER to OFF and leave cassette in Camcorder C To resume recording set POWER to CAMERA Press RECORD PAUSE to resume recording Note Use Manual Easy Edit left if more than 24 hours before recording is resumed 15 T T Set a recording start and stop time Or set a 5 or 10 second
35. layback or recordings in progress Connections 1 Set POWER to VCR gt view playback CAMERA view picture as it is recorded 2 Turn TV ON and set to LINE INPUT See TV owner s manual 3 Begin playback or recording Video Out Audio Video Cable j Supplied CATV System Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC in USA and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical VAR Mena veias PEPE 1 2 Remove Battery lid and insert AA Q Turn NHSIA cassette battery Tape Wheel in Do not reverse direction of arrow to polarity take up any slack Replace battery e 9 Slide RELEASE to open cassette lid Insert the cassette with the window up and on the left then snap lid shut when tape loading unloading takes longer than usual 3 Remove VHSIM Cassette A Slide RELEASE and waitforlidto Do not obstruct cassette reel while loading Allow PlayPak Load Detector to fully retract before open using in VHS VCR b Push cassette 7 out through hole in bottom of PlayPak with Load Detector your finger 1 8 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com
36. nd 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 n outside antenna system b If any liquid has been spilled into or should not be located in the vicinity of overhead objects have failen onto the video unit power lines or other electric light or power c If the video unit has been exposed to rain circuits or where it can fall into such power or water lines or circuits When installing an outside d If the video unit does not operate normally 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 16 Overtoading Do not overload wall outlets adjustment of other controls may result in and extension cords as this can result in a damage and will often require extensive risk of fire or electric shock work by a qualified technician to restore the 17 Objects and Liquids Never push objects video unit to its normal operation of any kind into this video unit through e If the video unit has been dropped or the 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 onto the video unit need for s
37. ntents THINGS You Should AAA e SLAE aaa Saias 2 3 important Safeguards E 4 5 PRECAUTIONS ree io eta eee i enin EIA dadas 5 Quick Operation Guide irc icinr cias ainda 7 Supplying Power Battery Charge Use Refresh Care AC Adaptor Car Battery Cord 8 9 Cassette Information a ormcccinnconananidero io casine decesosnsnausdnnsensdtuciscuadsesveesscbcapaies 10 Using MENU Modo score 11 Setting the Clock Time Zone Auto Daylight Saving Time s 12 13 Camera Recording Basic Stand by Programmed Recording Playing Back Recordings Basic Playback Visual Search Stili Picture Tracking TV VCR Playback 17 18 Copying your Tapes dubbing oorocccnnananccnaccncnrronoononononronanianonnnonoconaronencnonss 19 Four Speed Power ZOOM sscscscccccsseseccsnciscspcsoosersscnassansacsassnsneisveeseviecssenanvennnese 20 Backlight iuniore vio Onda ra ges Re nod sx aE rir kS RELIER adako ida M VE RR MARGE VE Faua dita 20 FOCUS Auto Manilal FOCUS aria acicate 21 High Speed Shutter Auto Manual Shutter cessere eene eene 22 Auto FBOG ica caves E A E A VU RVTRREINS Inn NAME ES RS Y ME Y ne A 23 enl gorda mc 24 Digital ZOOM 3 rpieepoxvim acies avia Cate PRU aid 25 Digital Electronic Image Stabilization E 1 S 25 SOCUPITY eim TP 26 Intelligent Titler Auto Manual Title Phrase Ti
38. ode Electronic Viewfinder Indications Tape remaining and battery charge level Before you begin can be displayed Connect Camcorder to power source 1 Set POWER to CAMERA 2 Press DISPLAY Initial screen repeatedly to select the following displays Fifth press SP REC TX MIKO hc CO Fourth press 4 Second press J Battery Remaining Tape Remaining Bal No tape FULL E FULL gt lal E B E CS y Third press oe Ga Tape remaining indicator operates a few EMPTY C LE EMPTY seconds after tape starts moving ES RERIN WO LES ANG VIMEO 1 Do steps 1 and 2 above to select time date date only or no display 2 Start a recording page 14 Only the Date and or Time are recorded TEJA NR No Indication except Intelligent Titler pages 27 28 will be displayed A Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR B Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y to select ORIJEN ww Press DISPLAY to select OFF Press MENU to exit VCR MODE Press DISPLAY repeatedly to remove time date Indications are restored the next time Camcorder is turned on Electronic Viewfinder Indications CAMEO mace 12 13 14 15 16 12 00 00AM 17 JAN 1 2001 Zoom Magnification level pages 20 25 Battery Remaining I page 29 WARNING LOW BATTERY appears and Power Lamp starts flashing 15 seconds before Camcorder shuts off Tape Remaining page 29 Es
39. roduciendo Cable de audlo v deo Inctuido 39 Index A AC Adaptor ss 9 Accessories Optional 33 Accessories Supplied 2 Audio Video Cable 18 19 Audio Video Out 18 19 Auto Daylight Saving IL daa 13 B Backlight 6 20 BACKLIGHT Button 20 Battery Pack 8 9 BATTERY RELEASE e is eee deeds 8 Built in Twin Capsule 2 Way Microphone System 14 C Camera Recording 14 16 Car Battery Cord 9 Charging Battery 8 Cleaning EVF 31 Clock Battery 32 Clock Set 12 13 Copying your Tapes 19 D DIN iia dia 9 DC Power Cable 9 Digital E 1 S 25 Digital Zoom 25 D ZOOM Button 25 DISPLAY Button 11 17 29 Display off Mode 29 E Electronic Viewfinder Indications 29 30 EIS Button cueoe uv 25 F Fade eere 23 24 FADE Button 23 24 FAST FORWARD SEARCH Button 17 FOCUS sa 21 H Hand Strap 31 High Speed Shutter 22 L Lens Cover s 14 M MANUAL FOCUS Button 21 MENU Button 11 MENU Mode 11 P PLAY Button 17 Playback 17 18 PlayPak e 18 Power Lamp 14 17 Power Supply
40. s To cancel set POWER to OFF Playing Back Recordings Before you begin Connect Camcorder to power source insert recorded tape ENTRO WF 1 Set POWER to VCR Power Lamp lights f tape has no record tab auto playback begins EVF turns on off by the POWER switch CU et SD o 2 Playback function buttons GJ REW Rewind tape PLAY Play tape 9STOP Stop tape TECLA Control Speciale ffects Quick Visual Search Search Speed eSP Standard Play 3 times normal SLP Super Long Play 9 times normal During playback press Auto Trackin FF fast forward search Continuously analyzes each recording for REW rewind search optimum picture quality Press again or press PLAY for normal play Some recordings require manual Press STILL to freeze picture adjustment to reduce noise Press again for normal play Press UP A or DOWN Y until Playback This feature works best in SLP mode page 10 picture clears up Note Press DISPLAY to return to Auto Tracking 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 17 Playing Back Recordings UV Pene er Viewing Before you begin Make all TV Camcorder connections p
41. s feature completely discharges BATTERY REFRESH Battery before recharging begins Use The REFRESH Lamp lights then goes out when after every 5 charges for optimum discharae i ge is complete Battery charging will then Battery performance start automatically If BATTERY REFRESH is pressed by mistake remove Battery from AC Adaptor and reinsert it for normal charging Note Charging takes about 5 hours when Battery Refresh is used REFRESH Lamp BATTERY REFRESH Battery will not operate in extremely high temperatures 8 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproductsG panasonic com Supplying Power EEE Cane Caution To avoid Battery damage Charge only with specified charger Do not drop or jar Battery Battery can be charged within a temperature range of Use Battery with specified units only 10 C 50 F and 35 C 95 F f Battery is used in extremely high 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 Safety precautions To prolong Battery life Do not get Battery near or dispose of in fire While not in use remove Battery Do not directly connect short circuit the positive 4 and from the Camcorder and AC Adaptor negative terminals and store in a cool dark dry place Never
42. structions should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed 5 Cleaning Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a dry cloth for cleaning 6 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous 7 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 8 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 9 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 Never place the video uni
43. t 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 10 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 loca power 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 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 pameng type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into th
44. tem 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 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 96 75 Weight Compact VHS Camcorder 0 85 kg 1 87 Ibs AC Adaptor 0 3 kg 0 66 Ibs Dimensions Compact VHS Camcorder 110 4 W x 122 H x 186 5 D mm 4 3 8 W x 4 3 4 H x 7 3 8 D inch AC Adaptor 68 W x 41 H x 140 D mm 2 11 16 W x1 5 8 H x 5 1 2 D inch Weight and dimensions shown are approximate Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice aongagaagnanoannongongagogopnpagapnBnunguagagaogagoopnonaaogogonmnBnmnuunsg 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 JOLY INA WwW ee Ma
45. tle eere e 27 28 Electronic Viewfinder Indications e ee eeeee eese eene nnne nnne 29 30 Operation Notes Using the Shoulder and Hand Straps Cleaning EVF 31 Replacing Clock BBIEGEV soe inssnaatup raro Inc FER p S SEXE ANE NN FREE Reni ESL UN 32 Palmcorder Accessory System eese eee nene nennen eterne nnn 33 Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ceeeeeee eese eene eene nnne nne 34 SDOCITICatiOr B sees peni p PERROS ui EuE Sia Erup I X MUERA XN e CO UTE ONERE aUSRXPI REREEE desdise iini 35 Request for Service Notice eroe curn e tenue na nhen s aaa oa tw weRu auci su ed aauE n nR ran ns E dba 35 Before Requesting Service Video Head Cleaning cese 36 Warranty P M 37 38 Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a Para Uso R pido 39 l e c A 40 6 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 operation page 8 1 Attach fully charged Battery page 8 Plug in AC Adaptor 2 Slide TAPE EJECT to open door 3 Insert cassette page 10 2 Insert Battery CHARGE Lamp flashes then stays lit 4 Press here to close when charging is complete door Camara Racerchng See page 14 1 Set POWER to CAMERA 2 Press RECO
46. ure and sound gradually fade out and recording is paused If FADE is pressed accidentally press again so FADE disappears in EVF 23 Color Digital Fade Choose from 7 fade effects in 8 Before you begin different colors l Connect Camcorder to power source Set POWER to CAMERA 1 Press MENU for MENU mode Press UP A or DOWN Y to select VIDEO EFFECTS f 2 Press DISPLAY for VIDEO EFFECTS menu Press DOWN Y to selecte M a a ey END PUSH MENU KEY 3 Press DISPLAY for DIGITAL FADE menu Press UP A or DOWN to select I TA Press DISPLAY for TYPE menu Press UP A or DOWN to select from 7 different types of fades A preview of each fade type is displayed as it is selected EVF Indications DIGITAL FADE TYPE SOFT SHARP C SHARP STRIPE K3AwoSAC XX RANDOM co sort SELECT PUSH a KEY SET 3 PUSH MENU KEY PUSHADISPLAY KEY 4 Press DISPLAY for DIGITAL FADE menu Press DOWN Y to select ZR Press DISPLAY for COLOR menu Press UP A or DOWN Y to select from 8 colors A preview of each color is displayed as it is selected DIGITAL FADE DIGITAL FADE COLOR TYPE 35S0FT BLUE YELLOW CYAN GREEN Ml For more effects stop fade in or fade out at any time except RANDOM mode by pressing EADE Then press FADE to resume fade 5 Press DISPLAY to confirm entry Press MENU twice to exit Note 6 Audio is not affected by fa
47. y Pack before doing steps Shouleer Step 1 Undo strap ends from buckles Pull a loop of strap from buckle then pull Strap tight to shorten or lengthen EMS PI 3 Re insert the strap ends into buckles 19 E E E UITIEHTHTO ANY Adjust Hand Strap length to fit your hand as shown min 25 4 mm 1 inch gaogoaoogognuanmaaanoaoaaganmnaagaaaagoogagaauamgoaonuggogammnoupaaun Ceaniing SV Eesteae Mienmiacen To Remove 1 O Remove the screw with a Phillips screwdriver Turn counterclockwise Q Turn the EVF Eyepiece Pull the EVF Eyepiece 2 Remove any lint or dust particles with a soft clean cloth being carefu not to scratch the glass surfaces 3 Replace the EVF Eyepiece and the screw 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 of in fire Goes LENNY Tripod Mounting Hole 4 1 While pinching 2 tabs pull Battery Tray out 2 Bend middle tab 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 marks meet Note 3
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