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3 OPERATION GUIDE

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read theseinstructions thoroughly.

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

LSQT0563A

Models No. PV-DV202PV-DV402

Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Mini

R

[ PV-DV402 shown ]

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [email protected]

PV-DV52 / PV-DV52-S / PV-DV102 / PV-DV202 / PV-DV402

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2 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [email protected]

Things You Should KnowDate of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone No.

Model No.

Serial No.

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!You have purchased one of the mostsophisticated and reliable products on themarket today. Used properly, we’re sure itwill bring you and your family years ofenjoyment. Please take time to fill in theinformation below. The serial number is onthe tag located on the underside of yourPalmcorder. Be sure to retain this manualas your convenient Palmcorder informationsource.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulatedvoltage within the unit may have sufficientmagnitude to cause electric shock.Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kindof contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that importantliterature concerning the operation andmaintenance of this unit has been included.Therefore, it should be read carefully in orderto avoid any problems.

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCCRules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference when operated in a residential environment.If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another locationand/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 mayfind the booklet, ‘Something About Interference’ available from FCC local regional officeshelpful.FCC Warning: To assure continued FCC compliance, use only the provided shielded

interface cable when connecting digital video camcorder to computer inaccordance with instruction herein. Also, any unauthorized changes ormodifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.

Your Mini Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) modeand Long (LP) mode.It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use inVCR machines with the Mini mark be used.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Safety Precautions

Declaration of ConformityModel Number : PV-DV202/PV-DV402Trade Name : PanasonicResponsibility Party : Matsushita Electric Corporation of AmericaAddress : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094Telephone Number : 1-800-211-PANA(7262)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.


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11. Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may beequipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC(Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having oneblade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding typeplug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outletonly one way. This is a safety feature. If you areunable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, tryreversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contactyour electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Donot defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into agrounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature.If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,contact your electrician to replace your obsoleteoutlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of thegrounding type plug.

12. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cordsshould be routed so that they are not likely to bewalked on or pinched by items placed upon oragainst them, paying particular attention to cords ofplugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the unit.

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outsideantenna or cable system is connected to the videounit, be sure the antenna or cable system isgrounded so as to provide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 ofthe Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810of the National Electrical Code, provides informationwith respect to proper grounding of the mast andsupporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire toan antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconductors, location of antenna discharge unit,connection to grounding electrodes, andrequirements for the grounding electrode.

14. Lightning — For added protection of this video unitreceiver during a lightning storm, or when it is leftunattended and unused for long periods of time,unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect theantenna or cable system. This will prevent damageto the video unit due to lightning and power-linesurges.

1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operatinginstructions should be read before the unit isoperated.

2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operatinginstructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in theoperating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenanceinstructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outletbefore cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosolcleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments — Do not use attachments notrecommended by the video product manufacturer asthey may be hazardous.

7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this video unit nearwater — for example near a bath tub, wash bowl,kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, ornear a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories — Do not place this video unit on anunstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Thevideo unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child oradult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only witha cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommendedby the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Anymounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer’sinstructions and should use amounting accessoryrecommended by themanufacturer. An appliance andcart combination should be movedwith care. Quick stops, excessiveforce, and uneven surfaces maycause the appliance and cartcombination to overturn.

9. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet areprovided for ventilation and to ensure reliableoperation of the video unit and to protect it fromoverheating. These openings must not be blocked orcovered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa,rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiatoror heat register. This video unit should not be placedin a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rackunless proper ventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power Sources — This video unit should be operatedonly from the type of power source indicated on themarking label. If you are not sure of the type of powersupply to your home, consult your appliance dealeror local power company. For video units intended tobe operated from battery power, or other sources,refer to the operating instructions.

GROUNDCLAMP

ANTENNALEAD INWIRE

ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H) NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODENEC

ELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENT

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15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system shouldnot be located in the vicinity of overhead power linesor other electric light or power circuits, or where it canfall into such power lines or circuits. When installingan outside antenna system, extreme care should betaken to keep from touching such power lines orcircuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets andextension cords as this can result in a risk of fire orelectric shock.

17. Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of anykind into this video unit through openings as theymay touch dangerous voltage points or short outparts that could result in a fire or electric shock.Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit.

18. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this video unityourself as opening or removing covers may exposeyou to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer allservicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video unitfrom the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualifiedservice personnel under the following conditions:a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects havefallen onto, the video unit.

c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water.d. If the video unit does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust onlythose controls that are covered by the operatinginstructions, as an improper adjustment of othercontrols may result in damage and will oftenrequire extensive work by a qualified technician torestore the video unit to its normal operation.

e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinethas been damaged.

f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change inperformance — this indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts arerequired, be sure the service technician has usedreplacement parts specified by the manufacturer orhave the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electricshock or other hazards.

21. Safety Check— Upon completion of any service orrepairs to this video unit, ask the service technician toperform safety checks to determine that the videounit is in safe operating order.

USE & LOCATIONTO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Donot connect the power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been designed foroutdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or directsplashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of yourPalmcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug yourPalmcorder from the power supply before cleaning.DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTSDO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSEDAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVFDO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, direct sunlight,inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of yourPalmcorder.AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warmplace, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PALMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Store and handle your Palmcorder in a manner that will not subject it tounnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Palmcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device whichcould be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARETO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorderbody.TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Palmcorderlens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Before handling your Palmcorder, make sure your handsand face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Important Safeguards

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Things You Should Know ................................................................................................ 2Important Safeguards ..................................................................................................... 3Precautions ..................................................................................................................... 4Before Using .................................................................................................................... 6 • Easy Cassette Eject ..................................................................................................... 7Quick Guide ................................................................................................................... 11Supplying Power ........................................................................................................... 14Setting the Clock ........................................................................................................... 16Using the Palmcorder Menu ......................................................................................... 17

Table of Contents

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For Your Information

Camera Recording ........................................................................................................ 18• Simple Recording .................................................................................................. 18• Digital PhotoShot™ Mode ..................................................................................... 20• Zoom ..................................................................................................................... 21

Special Effect Features ................................................................................................. 23Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................ 28

Palmcorder Accessory System ................................................................................... 92Palmcorder Accessory Order Form ............................................................................ 93Notes On Operations .................................................................................................... 94Specifications ................................................................................................................ 96Before Requesting Service .......................................................................................... 97On-Screen Display (OSD) ............................................................................................. 99Request for Service Notice ........................................................................................ 101Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... 102Servicenter List ........................................................................................................... 103Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido .................................................... 104MENU OSD ................................................................................................................... 108Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ........................................................ 112Index of Controls ......................................................................................................... 116Index ............................................................................................................................. 119

Special Features

Playback Your Recordings ........................................................................................... 32Special Effect Features ................................................................................................. 34

Digital Features ................................................................................................................. 40Editing Features ............................................................................................................... 44Card Features .................................................................................................................... 48

PC Connection• Transferring Your Images (Windows) ......................................................................... 55• PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System ...................................................... 58• Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) (Windows) ............................................................ 72• PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System (i.LINK) ......................................... 73• Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive ................................................................... 75• Palmcorder File Converter ......................................................................................... 78• Web Camera (For Windows XP users/For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 users) ............. 80• Warning Indications ................................................................................................... 89

PC Connection• Transferring Your Images (Macintosh) ........................................................................ 90


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Before UsingThis Operating Instructions book is designed for use with models PV-DV202 andPV-DV402. The PV-DV402 is the model used for illustrative purposes.Features may vary, so please read carefully.

Differences between modelsModel Number

LCD Monitor

MagicVu™ IRFilter (0Lux)MIC INEXTERNAL

PV-DV20263.5 mm (2.5 inch) LiquidCrystal Display

NO

NO

PV-DV40288.9 mm (3.5 inch) LiquidCrystal Display

YES

YES

1 pc. AC Adaptor(PV-DAC11) withAC Cable and DCCable

1 pc. ShoulderStrap (LSFC0016)

1 pc. Battery Pack(CGR-D08/CGR-D08R)

1 pc. Lens Cap(LSYF0518) withLens Cap Strap(LSGQ0066)

1 pc. A/V Cable(LSJA0280)

1 pc. 8 MB MemoryCard(RP-SD008BMKO)

1 pc. CD-ROM of Driver Software for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XPand Macintosh; USB Device Driver for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP; PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System for Windows98SE/Me/2000/XP; Built-in SD Drive for Macintosh; ArcSoftSoftware for Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP and Macintosh(LSFT0492)

Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft in theUnited States and other countries.Macintosh, iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Macintosh, Power Mac, and Mac aretrademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.Intel® Pentium® is a registered trademark.i.LINK is a trademark.PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System is a registered trademark.IBM is a registered trademark of IBM Company.MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark.SD is a trademark.

Unpack your Palmcorder

1 pc. USB Cable(K1HA05CD0001)

1 pc. IR RemoteControl (LSSQ0294)with Battery (CR2025)

1 pc. Audio Adaptor(LSJP0829)


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Before Using

AY-DVM30EA

AY-DVM60EA

Cassette type

60 minutes

45 minutes

SP LP

90 minutes

30 minutes

Record Speed/Playback time

AY-DVM80EA 80 minutes 120 minutes

Use only those tapes having the Mini

logo indicating the 6.35 mm digitalstandard.

Record Speed/Playback TimeCassettes have a sliding record tab toensure recordings are not accidentallyerased.

Erase Protection

1 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCDmonitor, and swing it fully open.

2 Slide TAPE EJECT to open theCassette Compartment Cover.

3 Insert a cassette record tab up,window side facing out.

4 Press PUSH TO CLOSE to close theCassette Compartment Cover.

Note• When inserting the cassette, make sure it is facing the right direction and then push it

in completely.

Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion• If the Palmcorder is connected to a power

source, the cassette can be inserted andejected without turning the Palmcorderon.

•To remove the cassette...Slide TAPE EJECT to open the CassetteCompartment Cover and pull the cassettetape straight out.

1LCD-OPEN Cassette CompartmentCover

2TAPE EJECT4PUSH TO CLOSE

Before you begin• Connect the Palmcorder to a power

source. (pp. 14, 15)

1 To prevent accidental erasure:Slide the tab to the left (open).

2 To record again:Slide the tab to the right (close).


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1 Loosen the strap from the Buckle andcreate a loop.

2 Pull the strap firmly through theBuckle to shorten or lengthen thestrap. 1

Adjust the Length

Adjust the length of the Hand Strap to thesize of your hand as illustrated.

Attaching the Lens Cap Cord to the HandStrap:Remove the Hand Strap from the frontclasp and thread the Strap through the loopin the Lens Cap Cord.Reattach the Hand Strap.

Lens Cap

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

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Attaching the Lens Cap Strap:Thread the Lens Cap Strap through theStrap Attachment Ring as shown.

Hand Strap

Hand Strap

1 Undo the two strap ends from theirbuckles.

2 Thread the strap ends through theStrap Attachment Rings.

3 Reinsert the strap ends through theirbuckles.• Make sure the straps are not twisted.

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Before Using

To operate Camera functions:Set POWER to CAMERA.

To operate VCR functions:Set POWER to VCR.

You can operate the major functions of your Palmcorder from up to approximately 5 m(16 feet) away (indoors). Aim the IR Remote Control toward the front of the Palmcorderand press the desired buttons (Remote Sensor is located under the lens).

Remote Control

○

○

○

○

Remote Sensor

Controlled Functions

• Rec/Pause (p. 18)• Tele (Zoom) (p. 21)• Wide (Zoom) (p. 21)• Date/Time (p. 112)• Reset (p. 45)• PhotoShot (p. 20)• Display On TV (p. 39)• Counter/Time Code (p. 113)• Audio Dubbing (p. 44)• Record (p. 47)• Menu (p. 17)• Play (p. 32)

• FF/Search (p. 34)• REW/Search (p. 34)• Pause/Select (pp. 16, 17, 36)• Stop/Set (pp. 16, 17, 32, 47)• Slow/Frame Advance (Forward)

(pp. 35, 36)• Slow/Frame Advance (Backward)

(pp. 35, 36)• Index Search (Forward) (pp. 36, 37)• Index Search (Backward) (pp. 36, 37)• Speaker Volume (p. 33)

1 Hold down LIGHT for more than 0.7seconds to turn ON or OFF.• “ ” will appear on the screen.

To brighten the natural colors in a scene.Using the Built-in Light

CautionThis light becomes hot during operation.Make sure nothing covers the light duringoperation.

• Using Light reduces battery time.• Provide adequate ventilation if using

Light in a hot environment for a long time.• Set LIGHT to OFF when not in use.• When replacing the bulb, see page 94.

Built-in Light

Note


source. (pp. 14, 15)• Set POWER to CAMERA or M-CARD.

1LIGHT


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B

Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another battery maypresent a risk of fire or explosion.Caution: battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep away fromchildren. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in a fire.

1While pressing the tab in the direction of the arrow (A) withyour fingernail, pull out the Battery Tray (B).

2Insert the battery into the Battery Tray with the + markfacing up.Do not reverse the polarity.

3Insert the Battery Tray.

+

Replace the Battery

A

Before Using

You can control any two PanasonicPalmcorders with one Remote control. Inorder for the remote to distinguish betweenthe two units, it is necessary to set one ofthe Palmcorders to VCR 2. On the remote,press VCR 1 or VCR 2 to control thedesired Palmcorder.

For VCR 2 :Press thesebuttons at thesame time.

For VCR 1 :Press thesebuttons at thesame time.

Remote Controlling TwoPalmcorders

Note

1Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA.• The POWER Lamp lights red.• Be sure POWER is fully turned to

VCR or CAMERA position.

2 Press MENU to display the VCR orCAMERA mode menu screen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select SET-UP inthe CAMERA mode menu screen or PLAY MODE in the VCR mode menuscreen, then press JOG KEY todisplay the CAMERA SET-UP or VCRPLAY MODE menu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select REMOTE ,and then press JOG KEY to selectVCR 2 (Menu OSD: pp. 109, 110).Leave the other Palmcorder set toVCR1.

5 Set the Remote Control to VCR 1 orVCR 2 to correspond with thePalmcorder you wish to control. (Seeabove left.)

• When the Palmcorder and remote arenot set to the same mode (VCR1 orVCR2), “CHECK REMOTE MODE(REMOTE)” will appear.

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Quick GuideInsert the Battery Pack

Insert Cassette

1 Insert the Battery Pack and slideit up until it locks with a click.

1 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCDmonitor, and swing it fully open.

3 Slide TAPE EJECT to openthe Cassette CompartmentCover.

Protection FilmNote

• Remove theProtection Film before use.

Before you begin• Charge the Battery. (p. 14)

2 Set POWER to VCR orCAMERA.

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These Palmcorders are equipped with the Easy Cassette Eject System soit is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when on a tripod. (p. 7)

4 Insert a cassette record tabup, window side facing out.• Make sure the record tab

is closed. (p. 7)5 Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark

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Camera RecordingWhen the LCD monitor is fully open, theViewfinder automatically turns OFF.

180°90°

LCD Monitor

2 Adjust the Vision AdjustmentControl to your eyesight.

4 Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.Press REC/PAUSE again to pauserecording.

Viewfinder

1 Set POWER toCAMERA.

3 Press LCD-OPEN to unlockthe LCD monitor. Swing it fullyopen and adjust the angle.

To Watch Playback in the LCD(Liquid Crystal Display)

When the LCD monitor is fully open, theViewfinder automatically turns OFF.

2 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCDmonitor. Swing it fully open andadjust the angle.

3 Press (REW)to rewind the tape.

4 Press (PLAY) to startplayback.

5 Press (STOP) to stopplayback.

Before you begin• Charge the Battery. (p. 14)

180°90°

1 Set POWER to VCR.

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Supplying PowerCharge the Battery Pack onthe AC Adaptor

1Connect and plug in the Power Cordas shown.• POWER Lamp will light.• Remove the DC Cable, if attached,

from the adaptor.

2Attach the Battery as shown tocharge.• CHARGE Lamp lights up. It goes out

when charging is complete (approx.1 hour). Expect approx. 1 hour30 minutes of operation (EVF usage)when fully charged.

3Remove the Battery.Slide the Battery out and then lift up.

POWER Lamp

CHARGE Lamp

About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp• Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of 10 °C (50 °F) and

30 °C (86 °F).• If charging is done in extreme low or high temperatures, Battery charge time increases.

CHARGE Lamp flashes when...• The Battery is being charged, but charging is taking longer than normal.• Charging is not possible. Remove the Battery once, wait a short time, then re-attach it

for charging.

Note

1 Insert the Battery Pack and slide it upuntil it locks with a click.

Remove the Battery Pack

1 Tilt Viewfinder upward.

2 Remove the Battery Pack and slidethe Battery downward while sliding theBATT RELEASE.

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BATT RELEASE

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1 Slide the Battery downward whilesliding BATT RELEASE to remove theBattery Pack. (p. 14)

2 Insert the DC Cable into the DC INTerminal.

3 Connect the other end of the DCCable to the AC Adaptor as shown.

4 Plug in the AC Adaptor.• The POWER Lamp on the AC

Adaptor lights up.

• When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptorfrom the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor consumes1 W of electric power when plugged intoan AC outlet even when not in use.)

DC Cable(Supplied)

DC IN Terminal

Note

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2

3

POWERLamp

Supplying Power

Caution:• Charge only with specified charger.• Charge the Battery within an ambient

temperature range of 10 °C (50 °F) and30 °C (86 °F).

• The Battery may be warm after charging or justafter use. This is normal.

• Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn outBattery.

• If charging is done in extreme low or hightemperatures, Battery charge time increases.

Safety precautions:• Do not place the Battery near, or dispose of in fire.• Do not directly connect (short circuit) the positive

(+) and negative (–) terminals.• Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble the

Battery.

To avoid damage to the Battery:• Do not drop or jar the Battery.• Use the Battery with specified models only.• If the Battery is used in extremely high

temperatures, a safety device will automaticallyprevent operation.

To insure longer battery life:• While not in use, remove Battery from the

Palmcorder and AC Adaptor and store in acool, dark, dry place. If you leave the Battery inthe Palmcorder or on the AC Adaptor, the Batterywill no longer be rechargeable.

• Keep the Battery terminals clean.

Battery Care

DC Output Connector

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BATT RELEASE

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the productyou have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for informationon how to recycle this battery.

U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

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Setting the Clock

1 Press MENU to display the Camera orVCR mode menu screen.(p. 17)

2 Rotate JOG KEY to select DISPLAY SETTING , and then press JOG KEYto display the DISPLAY SETTINGmenu screen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select CLOCK- SET , and then press JOG KEY to setto ON. (Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111)• The DATE/TIME SETTING menu

is displayed.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select YEAR, thenpress JOG KEY to fix and move to thenext item. Likewise, set the month,day, hour, and minutes.

• To make corrections,Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move backto an item and correct.

• A built-in Battery maintains clockoperation. If the Palmcorder is notconnected to a power source for a fewmonths, the built-in battery may dischargeand “CLOCK BATTERY” indicationappears. (p. 99)

EXAMPLE:

When DATE/TIME setting iscompleted, press MENU three times tostart the clock and exit.

: 2002YEAR

PushPUSH

RotatePUSH

: JAN

: FEBMONTH

MONTH

1MENU

2, 3, 4JOG KEY

The date and time is calculated, includingleap year, up to DEC 31 2089.

Note

[ CAMERA MENU ] [ VCR MENU ]

Set the Date and Time Before you begin• Connect the Palmcorder to a power

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A Press JOG KEY to set your selection.

B Rotate JOG KEY to select a menuitem.

C Press JOG KEY to set your selection.• The “● ” mark indicates selection.

D Press MENU twice to exit the menu.

The Palmcorder features three menudisplays: one for CAMERA mode(recording), one for M-CARD (Memory CardPhoto Mode) and one for VCR mode(Playback). (pp. 108~111)

Using the Palmcorder Menu

• While the Menu screen is displayed, youcannot record on or play a tape.

• While recording, the Menu screen cannotbe displayed.

• During playback, the Menu screen can bedisplayed.

1Press MENU to display the CAMERAor VCR menu (according to thePOWER setting).

2Rotate JOG KEY to select a menuitem.

1, DMENU

2, A, B, CJOG KEY

Displaying the MENU


source. (pp. 14, 15)• Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.

1 : D. FUNCTIONCAMERA FUNCTION menu isdisplayed. To select D.FUNCTION,D.ZOOM, or PROGRESSIVE.

2 : ADJUSTCAMERA ADJUST menu is displayed.To select PROG. AE or CINEMA.

3 : REC MODECAMERA REC-MODE menu isdisplayed. To select REC-SPEED,AUDIO-REC, INDEX, SHUTTER,SELF-REC, WIND-CUT, or ZOOM-MIC.

4 : SET-UPCAMERA SET-UP menu is displayed.To select REMOTE, BEEP, orMAGICVU (PV-DV402 only).

5 : DISPLAY SETTINGDISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed.To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/TIME, or CLOCK-SET.

6 : LCD/EVF SETTINGLCD/EVF SETTING menu is displayed.To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCDCOLOR or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

7 : PHOTO TITLEPHOTO TITLE menu is displayed. Toselect TITLE or MODE.

1 : PLAY FUNCTIONVCR PLAY FUNCTION menu isdisplayed. To select D. FUNCTION,D.EFFECT, or D.ZOOM.

2 : REC MODEVCR REC MODE menu is displayed.To select REC-SPEED or AUDIO-DUB.

3 : PLAY MODEVCR PLAY MODE menu is displayed.To select INDEX, AUDIO, REMOTE, orB.SEARCH.

4 : MULTI SETTINGMULTI SETTING menu is displayed.To select SPEED.

5 : DISPLAY SETTINGDISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed.To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/TIME, or CLOCK-SET.

6 : LCD/EVF SETTINGLCD/EVF SETTING menu is displayed.To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCDCOLOR or EVF BRIGHTNESS.

CAMERA Main menu VCR Main menu

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Remove the lens cap and clip it to the handstrap.

1 Set POWER to CAMERA.• The POWER Lamp lights red.• Be sure POWER is fully turned to the

CAMERA position.

2 With the Viewfinder Eye Cup held upagainst your eye, adjust the VisionAdjustment Control to your eyesight.• Adjust the EVF Brightness of the

Viewfinder if necessary.Please refer to “To adjust the LCD/EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR” onpage 19.

3 Set to REC-SPEED “SP” or “LP” inthe CAMERA Mode Menu.(Menu OSD: p. 108)

4 Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.• “REC” is displayed on the screen.Press REC/PAUSE again to pauserecording.

5 Set POWER to OFF when finished.• To remove the cassette, slide TAPE

EJECT.

EVF

To conserve powerAfter 5 minutes, the Record/Pause modewill automatically change to Standbymode.To resume recording, set POWER toOFF and then ON again.

• When the Palmcorder is aimed atexcessively bright objects, or bright lights,a vertical bar may appear in the picture.This is a normal characteristic of the CCDpick-up device. Try to avoid this wheneverpossible.

Simple Recording Before you begin• Connect the Palmcorder to a power

source. (pp. 14, 15)• Insert a cassette with the record tab

closed. (p. 7)

REC/PAUSE mode

1, 5POWER

4REC/PAUSE

2Vision Adjustment Control

POWER Lamp

Clip here

3MENU

WARNING:• Do not leave the Palmcorder with the

EVF aimed directly at the sun as thismay cause damage to the internal partsof the EVF.

• Do not lift, or carry, the Palmcorderby the EVF or the LCD Monitor.


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The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitorcan be used while recording.

1Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCDmonitor.

2 Swing the LCD monitor fully openand adjust the viewing angle.

• The LCD monitor will automaticallyturn on.

• When the LCD monitor is completelyclosed, it will shut off automatically tosave power.

• Adjust the LCD Brightness and/orcolor of the LCD monitor if necessary.Please refer to “To adjust the LCD/EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR”below.

3 Start recording.

• Using the LCD monitor will reduce batteryoperating time.

• Close the LCD monitor completely whennot in use.

Using the LCD Monitor

1LCD-OPEN

Note

180°

90°

90°

Camera Recording

To adjust the LCD/EVFBRIGHTNESS or COLOR

1Press MENU to display the main menuscreen.

2 Rotate JOG KEY to select LCD/EVF SETTING from the main menu screen.(Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111)

3 Press JOG KEY to display the LCD/EVF SETTING screen.

4 Press JOG KEY to select LCDBRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR, orEVF BRIGHTNESS, then rotate JOGKEY to adjust.

5 Press MENU twice to exit this mode.

1, 5MENU

2, 3, 4JOG KEY

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1 Set POWER to CAMERA.

2 Press MENU to display the CAMERAmode menu screen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION , and press JOG KEYto display the CAMERA FUNCTIONmenu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select PROGRESSIVE , and press JOGKEY to select ON or OFF.• Press MENU twice to exit.• “P” will appear in the EVF or the

LCD monitor.

5 Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pausemode.

Use this feature to record a seven second(approx.) still image from the current camerapicture. Audio is also recorded for on-the-spot narration. Or, you can add narrationlater with the Audio Dubbing feature to makean interesting slide show, etc. (p. 44)


2 Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pausemode. “PHOTO” will appear in theEVF or the LCD monitor.

• If SHUTTER on the menu screen is set toON, a sound effect similar to the shutterof a film camera will be heard whenPHOTOSHOT is pressed.

• When PHOTOSHOT is pressed, theplayback image takes approx. 7 secondsto process. After that, the Camera modescreen will be displayed.

Digital PhotoShot™ Mode

With the progressive PhotoShot Function,you can record still pictures with higherresolution than with the normal PhotoShotFunction.

Progressive PhotoShot™Mode

• This Function may not work with somefunction settings.

Note

Note

1POWER

1POWER

2MENU

3, 4JOG KEY

5PHOTOSHOT

EVF/LCD

EVF/LCD

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ZoomYou can gradually zoom in for close ups orzoom out for wide angle shots.

• The zooming speed ranges from a slow17 seconds to a fast 1.5 secondsaccording to the amount of pressureapplied to the POWER ZOOM.


2 Zoom slowly:by lightly pressing the “T” (Telephoto)or the “W” (Wide Angle) side of thePOWER ZOOM.

Zoom quickly:by applying more pressure.

3 Start recording.

Note

2POWER ZOOM

Camera Recording

Zoom Microphone Function

1Set POWER to CAMERA.


3 Rotate JOG KEY to select REC MODE , then press JOG KEY todisplay the CAMERA REC-MODEmenu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select ZOOM-MICin the CAMERA REC-MODE menu.(Menu OSD: p. 108)

5 Press JOG KEY to select ON.• Press MENU twice to exit.• “Z.MIC” will appear on the screen.

• The Zoom Microphone Function may notwork effectively if the surrounding noise istoo loud.

Note

Along with the zooming operation, themicrophone’s directional angle andsensitivity are varied for recording sounds.

3REC/PAUSE

1POWER

1POWER

2MENU

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180°

Camera Recording

1Press RECORDING CHECK briefly in the REC/PAUSE mode.The [CHK] indication appears.After checking, the Palmcorder returnsto the REC/PAUSE mode.

• For Recording Check, the Palmcordermust be in the same mode (SP or LP) aswas used for recording, otherwise theplayback picture is distorted.

Recording CheckTo playback the final few seconds of thelast recorded scene in the REC/PAUSEmode.

1RECORDING CHECK

1, 2STILL

You can record still pictures of any desiredduration together with sound.

Recording Still Pictures

1 While in RECORD mode, press STILLand hold for 2 seconds to capture astill picture. The captured still picturewill be recorded together with sound.

2 Press STILL once again to releasethe still picture. The camera willresume recording real-time pictures.

Rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so itfaces the same direction as the lens torecord yourself.




4 Rotate JOG KEY to select SELF- REC , and then press JOG KEY toselect MIRROR.• The picture in the LCD monitor will

appear reversed.

5 Start recording.

1POWER

2MENU

3, 4JOG KEY

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CINEMA Mode 1 Set POWER to CAMERA.


3 Rotate JOG KEY to select ADJUST ,then press JOG KEY to display theCAMERA ADJUST menu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select CINEMA ,and then press JOG KEY to selectON.• A black strip will appear at the top

and bottom of the picture.• Press MENU twice to exit.• “CINEMA” will appear on the screen.

5 Start recording.

You can record a picture compatible with awide-screen TV equipped with an S2picture terminal.

Backlight

2, 3BACK LIGHT • The Indicator “ ” will not appear in theEVF or LCD monitor when OFF isselected in the DISPLAY menu.

Note

Use when recording a subject that is darkerthan the surrounding scene, is in ashadowed area, or when the light source isin back of your subject.

3, 4JOG KEY

5REC/PAUSE

1POWER

EVF/LCD

2MENU


2 Press BACK LIGHT to activate theBacklight feature.• The Indicator “ ” will appear in the

EVF or LCD monitor.

3 Press BACK LIGHT again to cancelthe Backlight feature.

EVF/LCD

1POWER

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SPORTS mode• The recorded images will not be so blurred

when they are viewed later using slow orstill picture playback.

• When playing back a sports mode recording, the movement may appear slightly jerky.• Do not use this mode when recording

under fluorescent, mercury, or sodiumlighting. These types of lights will affectthe color and brightness of the images.

• A vertical band of light might appear whenrecording objects that are brightlyilluminated or highly reflective.

• If the amount of light is insufficient, theSPORTS “ ” indicator will flash in theEVF or the LCD monitor.

• The image may flicker if this mode isused indoors.

PORTRAIT mode• The image may flicker if this mode is

used indoors.LOW-LIGHT mode• Scenes recorded in extremely low light

levels may not come out properly.SPOT-LIGHT mode• If the recorded subject is extremely bright,

the picture may appear whitish.SURF&SNOW mode• If the recorded subject is extremely bright,

the picture may appear whitish.• It is not possible to select the SPORTS

mode or PORTRAIT mode together withthe MagicPix mode in the Digital functioncamera menu.

Program AE

3MENU

The Auto Exposure feature can be used tomake quality recordings in a variety ofscene situations.

Note


2 Hold down AUTO/MANUAL for morethan 0.7 seconds so that the “MNL”indication appears in the EVF or theLCD monitor.

3 Press MENU to display the menuscreen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select ADJUST ,and then press JOG KEY to displaythe CAMERA ADJUST menu screen.

5 Rotate JOG KEY to select PROG.AE , then press JOG KEYrepeatedly to select one of the fivemodes shown below.

6 Repeat steps 2~5 to select OFF tocancel this feature.

1POWER

For recording fast action scenes.For recording only subjects in theforeground, while ignoringsubjects in the background.For recording in extreme low lightconditions.Recording in situations wheresubjects are under a spotlight(s).For recording in locations with ahigh degree of “Dazzle,” such assnow slopes and the seashore.

Mode Indication

• When MagicVu (PV-DV402 only) is ON,Program AE and H.S.S. cannot be set inthe menu.

Note

(No display)

SPORTS

PORTRAIT

LOW-LIGHT

SPOT-LIGHT

SURF&SNOW

4, 5JOG KEY

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MagicVu allows you to record video in totaldarkness. You can select the color ofimage: B/W, green, or blue.(Menu OSD: p. 109)

MagicVu™ IR Filter (0 Lux)(PV-DV402 only)

2MAGICVU/ 0LUX


2 Slide MAGICVU/0LUX to ON.• A black and white image appears.• “ MAGICVU” will appear on the

screen.


4 Rotate JOG KEY to select SET-UP ,and then press JOG KEY to displaythe CAMERA SET-UP menu screen.

5 Rotate JOG KEY to select MAGICVU ,and then press JOG KEY repeatedlyto select B/W, BLUE, or GREEN.• Press MENU twice to exit.• To cancel this feature, slide

MAGICVU/0LUX to OFF.

• The subject can be up to 3 m (9 feet)away.

Note

4, 5JOG KEY

3MENU

1POWER

1, 3, AFADE

Audio/Video Fade In/Out

2, BREC/ PAUSE

Fade InStarting the first scene with “fade in” is veryeffective.

1 In REC/PAUSE mode, hold downFADE until the picture fades out.

2 Press REC/PAUSE to startrecording.

3 Release FADE and the picture willgradually fade in.

Fade OutUse to create a soft ending or (togetherwith fade in) for a soft transition from onescene to the next.

A During recording, hold down FADEuntil the picture fades out.

B Press REC/PAUSE to pause therecording.

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3, 4JOG KEY

1POWER

Picture in Picture (PinP)You can display a PinP (still image) screenon the Main Picture.

• PinP position is fixed at the bottom rightof the screen.

Note



3 Rotate JOG KEY repeatedly to select D.FUNCTION , then press JOG KEYto display the CAMERA FUNCTIONmenu screen.

4 Press JOG KEY to select PinP .• Press MENU twice to exit this menu.• “PinP” will appear in the EVF or the

LCD monitor.

5 Aim at the scene you wish to place asPinP, then press (CAMERA STILL)to freeze the image.

6 Press (CAMERA STILL) again toplace the frozen image as PinP.

7 Press REC/PAUSE to record a scenewith PinP image.• Press PHOTOSHOT to record a

scene with PinP image in PhotoShotmode.

• Press (CAMERA STILL) again toremove PinP image.

Main Picture

Picture in Picture(PinP still image)

5, 6, 7CAMERA STILL

PHOTOSHOT

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2 Press MENU to display the CAMERAmenu screen. Then rotate and pressJOG KEY to select PHOTO TITLE .

3 Rotate and press JOG KEY to selectand set MODE and then TITLE .1st : Select and set MODE (WIPE or

MIX).2nd : Select and set TITLE to “SET”.

• “PLEASE WAIT” appears on-screen.• The Multi image screen is displayed.

4 Rotate and press JOG KEY to selectand set an image.• “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed while

image is processed. Then, “PHOTOTITLE SET” is displayed for approx.3 seconds, and the screen goes backto the Camera mode screen.

• After Photo Title is performed, DigitalFunction turns off.

5 Press REC/PAUSE to start recordingwith Photo Title.• WIPE or MIX screen is displayed at

the beginning of the recording. Thenthe Photo Title setting will be clearedautomatically.

You can use PhotoShot images stored on aMemory Card to record a WIPE or MIXeffect on a cassette.

When Photo Title is set to ON, the selectedimage and Title will appear before eachrecording is made.

WIPE : The Photo title is replaced with thecurrent scene in a wiping motion.

MIX : The photo title is replaced with thecurrent scene in a gradual mixingeffect.

1POWER

2, 3, 4JOG KEY

Note


source. (pp. 14, 15)• Set POWER to OFF before inserting a

recorded Memory Card. (pp. 48, 49)

Photo Title

5REC/ PAUSE

2MENU


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3 Press JOG KEY repeatedly until“AWB” appears in the EVF or LCDmonitor.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select othermodes. (See mode chart at left.)• Hold down AUTO/MANUAL for more

than 0.7 seconds to cancel thesetting.

Mode

AWB

*

3, 4, A, BJOG KEY

White BalanceAuto White Balance (“AWB”) automaticallymaintains optimum color balance in mostlighting conditions. However, when usingDigital Functions, etc., you may get betterresults by using the manual adjustment.

1POWER

DescriptionAutomatically maintains optimumcolor balance in most lightingconditions.When the source illumination is ahalogen lamp.When shooting outdoors on asunny day.The White Balance setting thatwas previously set manually.

* For manual White Balanceadjustment:

A. Rotate JOG KEY to select “ ” .

B. Point the Palmcorder at a whiteobject (full-screen) and hold JOGKEY down until “ ” indication stopsflashing.• If “ ” indication flashes when the

Palmcorder is turned on, the previousmanual White Balance setting is ineffect.

In the following cases, the “ ”indication flashes:• The flashing indicates that the

previously adjusted White Balancesetting is still kept. This setting will bekept until White Balance is adjustedagain.

• Correct White Balance may not beattainable manually in poor lighting.• When ZOOM is set to 10X or higher,

White Balance cannot be adjusted.

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Advanced Settings

Use Manual Focus (MF) when recording ...• a subject through glass.• a scene where the subject is far from the

Palmcorder and there are objects in theforeground.

• a subject with distinct horizontal stripes.• a subject not centered in the Viewfinder.• subjects with shiny surfaces.• an obliquely angled subject.• a bright, flat subject such as a white wall.• in low light situations.• a scene with fast motions, like a golf swing.

Re-focusing may be required• when your Palmcorder is aimed at a new

scene.



3 Press FOCUS so that the “MF”(Manual Focus) indication appears inthe EVF or the LCD monitor.

4 Press and hold POWER ZOOM, “T”side (Telephoto), until the lens is atmaximum zoom in.

5 Turn M.FOCUS DIAL until the pictureis in focus.• It may be necessary to back away

from the subject to focus the imageproperly.

6 Press POWER ZOOM to “W” or “T”as desired.• The subject will remain in focus over

the entire zooming range.• It may be necessary to back away

from the subject to focus the imageproperly.

Macro Focus (for close-ups)

Auto Focus

Manual Focus

4, 6POWER ZOOM

Press the “W” side of POWER ZOOM to the maximum wide angle position.Auto Focus will function with the subject as close as 25 mm (1 inch) in front of the lens.

1POWER

5M.FOCUS DIAL

• DISPLAY must be set to on for MF, AE,W.BALANCE, or BACK LIGHT to bedisplayed on the LCD or EVF.

Note

The Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus over the entire zoom range.

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Advanced SettingsHigh Speed Shutter

Auto Shutter

Manual Selection

3, 4JOG KEY

To record high speed motion (e.g. tennisstroke) with improved STILL or SLOWMOTION playback when watching the tapeon this Palmcorder.

In the AUTO mode (no indication in the EVF and LCD monitor), the Palmcorder willautomatically adjust the shutter speed (up to 1/350).• AUTO mode is automatically selected whenever the POWER Switch is set to CAMERA.



3 Press JOG KEY repeatedly to displaythe shutter speed.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to choose one of thefollowing shutter speeds.• Hold down AUTO/MANUAL for more

than 0.7 seconds to cancel the setting.

• For proper color reproduction, it isrecommended that you use this featureoutdoors. For indoor High Speed Shutterrecording, additional halogen or tungstenlight should be provided. Fluorescent lightwill degrade the picture quality.

• This feature requires ample light. Morelight is required for the fastest shutterspeeds.

• The Auto Focus system may not operateproperly in insufficient light when usingthe High Speed Shutter.

• When PROG.AE is ON, you cannotmanually select the shutter speed.

• When MagicVu (PV-DV402 only) is ON,Program AE and H.S.S. cannotmanually select the shutter speed.

• When MagicPix is ON, H.S.S. cannotmanually select the shutter speed.

Note

2AUTO/MANUAL

1POWER

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Advanced SettingsAdjusting the Iris Manually

Normally, the Palmcorder adjusts theexposure automatically. However, whenthe background is extremely bright, orwhen the subject is backlit, you cancompensate by adjusting the Iris manually.



3 Press JOG KEY repeatedly so thatIris setting indication appears in theEVF or the LCD monitor.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to adjust the iris;• When a value closer to “CLOSE” is

selected, the image becomes darker.• When a value closer to “OP+18dB” is

selected, the image becomesbrighter.

• Hold down AUTO/MANUAL for morethan 0.7 seconds to cancel thesetting.

• The value to which +dB is attachedindicates a gain value. If this value is toolarge, the quality of the imagedeteriorates.

• Depending on ZOOM magnification, theiris value may not be displayed correctly.

• If you are using Program AE mode, youcannot adjust the iris. If the iris is adjustedmanually, the above modes will becanceled.

Note

3, 4JOG KEY

1POWER

IrisSetting

WIND-CUTYou can reduce sound distortion caused bywind hitting the microphone. 1 Set POWER to CAMERA.



4 Rotate JOG KEY to select WIND- CUT , and then press JOG KEY toselect ON.• Press MENU twice to exit.• “WIND-CUT” will appear in the

EVF or LCD monitor.

5 Start recording.

3, 4JOG KEY

5REC/PAUSE

1POWER

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1 Set the POWER to VCR.• The POWER lamp lights red.• Be sure POWER is fully turned to the

VCR position.

2 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCDmonitor and swing open.

3 Press (REWIND/SEARCH) torewind the tape.

4 Press (PLAY) to start playback.

5 Press (STOP) to stop playback.• When the tape reaches its beginning

during rewind or rewind search, it willstop automatically.

Playback using the LCDMonitor

You can also use the LCD monitor toplayback your recording.

Note

PHONE Jack


source. (pp. 14, 15)• Insert a recorded cassette.

• When a tape recorded in LP mode onanother digital video camera is playedback on this unit, the picture may appearmosaic.

• Using the LCD monitor reduces batteryoperating time.

• You can place the Palmcorder on a table,etc. for viewing. Rotate the LCD Monitor180° and swing it up against thePalmcorder body as shown.

5STOP

4PLAY

3REWIND SEARCH

2LCD-OPEN

180°

90°

90°

1POWER

You can connect earphones (not supplied)to the PHONE Jack.

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1 Press PLAY for more than 5 secondsin STOP mode.• The Palmcorder will go into Repeat

Playback mode when the tapereaches its end.

• The letter “R ” will appear in theEVF and LCD monitor.

2 Turn the Palmcorder OFF to exit theRepeat Playback mode.

1PLAY

EVF/LCD

Playback Your Recordings

Built-inSpeaker

1, 2VOLUME

1Set POWER to VCR.

2 Press MENU to display the VCRmode menu screen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAY MODE , then press JOG KEY todisplay the VCR PLAY MODE menuscreen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select B.SEARCHin the VCR PLAY MODE menu.(Menu OSD: p. 110)

5 Press JOG KEY to select ON.• “BLANK” will appear on the screen.

3, 4, 5JOG KEY

1POWER

Blank SearchYou can go directly to a blank portion oftape and start recording exactly where youleft off.

Repeat Playback

Adjusting the Volume

2MENU

1 Rotate VOLUME to adjust the volumeof the built-in speaker in PLAY mode.• The volume setting screen appears.

2 Press “T” to increase the volume orpress “W” to decrease the volume.

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BPLAY

A, BFAST FORWARD/SEARCH

A, BREWIND/SEARCH

• Sound is muted during all special effects.

ADuring playback, hold down (FAST FORWARD/SEARCH) or (REWIND/SEARCH).The search will continue for as longas the button is held down.

ORBPress (FAST FORWARD/

SEARCH) or (REWIND/SEARCH)once for a continuous rapid visualsearch.Press (PLAY) to release.

• When executing a rapid visualsearch, the picture may becomebluish for an instant or mosaic. Thisis normal during this mode.

Note

Note

1 Press (PAUSE) during playback.

2 Press (PLAY) or (PAUSE) torelease.

• To protect the tape and video heads, yourPalmcorder’s operating modes will revertas follows:STILL STOP (after 3 minutes.)

AHold down (FAST FORWARD/SEARCH) during fast forward.

BHold down (REWIND/SEARCH)during rewind.

• The picture will appear for as long as thebutton is held down.

Note

Rapid Visual Search

EVF/LCD

STILL Picture

2PLAY

1, 2PAUSE

Fast Forward/Rewind CheckMonitor normal picture playback during fastforward or rewind.

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Special Effect Feature

Note

1 Forward Slow:Press SLOW/F.ADV during play.Reverse Slow:Press SLOW/F.ADV during play.

2 Press PLAY to release. (Duringreverse slow motion playback, timecode indication may not changeregularly.)

• Palmcorder will automatically STOP whenin slow motion for more than 10 minutes.

• During slow motion playback, picture maymove up and down. This is normal.

• When you start or stop slow motionplayback, the picture may become bluishfor an instant.

Slow Motion Playback(Remote Control Only)

1 SLOW/ F.ADV

2PLAY

1 SLOW/ F.ADV

1 Press (PLAY) to start playback.

2 Press JOG KEY for about 1 second.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to adjust theplayback speed.• Rotate JOG KEY clockwise for

forward playback.• Rotate JOG KEY counterclockwise

for reverse playback.

To return to normal playback:Press (PLAY). Playback will continue atnormal speed.

• The Variable Speed Search functionoffers a choice of six playback speeds(1/5X (LP mode: 1/3X), 1X, 2X, 5X, 10X,20X) both in forward and reversedirections.

• The review playback at the 1X speed isplayback in reverse direction.

• During the Variable Speed Search (at aspeed other than 1X), mosaic-likepatterns will appear in the picture.

• During the Variable Speed Search, soundis muted.

Variable Speed Search

Note

1PLAY

2, 3JOG KEY

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Frame by Frame Advance(Remote Control Only)

Note

1 Press PAUSE during playback.

2 Press SLOW/F.ADV to do a frameby frame advance.

Press SLOW/F.ADV to do a frameby frame reverse.

3 Press PLAY to release.

• If you hold down SLOW/F.ADV, you cansee a continuous series of still images ata slower speed than normal slow mode.

• During frame by frame advance, a fewframes may move automatically, and thepicture may become bluish for an instant.

2 SLOW/ F.ADV

3PLAY

2 SLOW/ F.ADV

1PAUSE


• The picture quality will deteriorate slightly.• The tape remaining indicator will not

appear while the PHOTOSHOT feature isused.

• In the Photo/Scene Index Search mode,the shutter sound effect may not be ableto be heard even when SHUTTER is setto ON.

• Photo Index Search may fail to detect arecorded PhotoShot image if the image is3 seconds or less.


2 Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAY MODE , and press JOG KEY todisplay the VCR PLAY MODE menuscreen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select INDEX ,and press JOG KEY to selectPHOTO or SCENE.• Press MENU twice to exit.

4 Press INDEX SEARCH fast forwardor rewind on the remote control toadvance or rewind the tape toplayback a PhotoShot scene. To viewthe next PhotoShot, INDEX SEARCHmust be pressed again.

Index Search (Photo/Scene)(Remote Control Only)

Note

4INDEX SEARCH (rewind)

4INDEX SEARCH (fast forward)

2, 3JOG KEY

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BINDEX SEARCH (rewind)Top ScanIf you hold down INDEX SEARCH morethan 2 seconds, the Palmcorder will scanfor scenes (or PhotoShots) and playbackthe first few seconds of each.To cancel this function, press PLAY orSTOP.

BINDEX SEARCH (fast forward)

A Place the Palmcorder in the VCRSTOP mode.

B Press INDEX SEARCH fast forward orrewind for the number of recordings(indexes) forward or back you want toview. The Palmcorder will advance orrewind to the desired recording andautomatically start playback.

• The number of times you pressed thebutton is displayed in the EVF and theLCD monitor if you set INDEX on the VCRmenu to SCENE. (Menu OSD; p. 110)(Ex., if you press the button three times,“S3” will appear.)

• If the interval between scenes is less than1 minute, index search may not operateproperly.

• Response time from pressing the buttonand the change in the scene number isquite slow. Do not press INDEX SEARCHrapidly and continuously.

• During Reverse Index Search mode,playback will not begin when a taperewinds all the way to the beginning.

Search for a particular scene by using theelectronic index marks placed at thebeginning of each recording.


2 Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAY MODE , then press JOG KEY todisplay the VCR PLAY MODE menuscreen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select INDEX ,and then press JOG KEY to selectPHOTO or SCENE. (Menu OSD; p. 110)• Press MENU twice to exit.

2, 3JOG KEY

1MENU


Index Forward/Reverse Search(Remote Control Only)

Jog Frame by Frame Search(Palmcorder Only)

During Still mode, rotate JOG KEY toadvance or reverse the picture one frameat a time.JOG KEY

• Search will not work if there is successionof PhotoShots.

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Strobe Multi Mode

1 Set POWER to VCR.


3 Rotate and press JOG KEY to selectand set MULTI SETTING .

4 Press JOG KEY repeatedly to setdesired speed.

• Press MENU twice to exit.

5 Press (PLAY) to start playback.Press (MULTI) at the point you wantto start capturing.• A succession of 9 screens will be

captured, and playback will stop.

• Press (PLAY) to start playback.Press (STOP) to stop playback.

Strobe Speeds

Strobe Speeds

FAST

NORM

SLOW

9 screen capture time

Every 0.3 seconds

Every 0.6 seconds

Every 1.0 seconds

• A Multi Image Playback screen cannot beoutput from the DV terminal or Digital StillImage terminal.

• A Multi screen will have slightly lowerimage quality.

Note

In Strobe Multi Mode, you can select therate at which a succession of still screensare captured from the playback picture.

3, 4JOG KEY

1POWER

5PLAY

5MULTI


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2MENU


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Back of TV

Audio In S-Video In

Back of TV

Audio In Video In


To S-Video In

To Audio In

S-VIDEOOUT

AV Cable(Supplied)

S-Video Cable(Not supplied)

To Video InTo Audio In

A/V OUT

For best Chrominance and Luminance, usethe S-Video connection if available on yourTV.

A/V Cable(Supplied)

[ TV with S-VIDEO IN Jacks ]

1 Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.To view what the Palmcorder isrecording or to playback a tape on yourTV.

2 Turn your TV ON and set it to LINEINPUT or S-VIDEO.Check your TV operating instructionsfor further information.

3 Start playback or begin a recording.

• Make sure the Palmcorder and TV areturned off while connecting.

• Please connect the A/V Cable securely.

A/V OUT

(Remote Control Only)You can display the various EVF and LCDindications on your TV by pressingDISPLAY ON TV on remote control. Pressagain to remove the indications.

Note

[ TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks ]

View Recording/Playback onyour TV

Before you begin• When using S-VIDEO Connector,

insert the DC Cable into the DC INTerminal. (p. 15)

DISPLAYON TV

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CAMERA mode

Zoom Out (“W”)

Zoom In (“T”)

5POWER ZOOM

D.ZOOM

• The normal optical zoom functions from1X to 10X.

• As magnification increases, resolutionsignificantly decreases.

• Because the image is enlarged digitally,the picture may become distorted whenhigher magnification levels are used.

• When the level falls below 10X, thenormal zooming function will resume.

• Focus distance becomes 1.2 m (4 feet) ifthe lens is in full telephoto.


2 Press MENU to display the CAMERAMENU screen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION , then press JOG KEYto display the CAMERA FUNCTIONmenu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.ZOOM ,then press JOG KEY to selectD.ZOOM1 or D.ZOOM2.

D.ZOOM1 : from 10X to 25XD.ZOOM2 : from 10X to 700XOFF : Turn off D.ZOOM

• Press MENU twice to exit.

5 Press REC/PAUSE to startrecording and press POWER ZOOM tozoom in or zoom out.• The magnification level is always

displayed in the EVF or the LCDmonitor when DISPLAY is set to ON.(Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111)


• Other Digital Functions are turned offautomatically when the EIS and DigitalZoom are selected.

Note

Note

1POWER

Digital Zoom

2MENU

3, 4JOG KEY

This feature is useful when you want torecord close-up shots of subjects locatedbeyond a normal zoom range of 1X to 10Xmagnification. With the digital zoomingfeature, you can select a magnification of25X or even to 700X.

Digital Features

5REC/PAUSE

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1 Set POWER to VCR.

2 Press MENU to display the VCRMENU screen.

3 Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAY FUNCTION , then press JOG KEYto display the VCR PLAY FUNCTIONmenu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.ZOOM ,then press JOG KEY to select ON.• Press MENU twice to exit.

5 Press (PLAY) to start playback.• The center portion of the image

doubles in size.


5PLAY

Color recording of video or still images ontothe Mini DV tape in low lighting.(pp. 43, 108)

MagicPix™ Images



3 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION , and then press JOGKEY to display the CAMERAFUNCTION menu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION , and then press JOGKEY repeatedly to select MAGICPIX.• Press MENU twice to exit.

5 To cancel the Digital Function, pressJOG KEY repeatedly to select OFF.

• MagicPix cannot be used with stillimages on the Memory Card.(See “Card PhotoShot” on page 48.)

Note

Digital Zoom (Continued)

2MENU

1POWER

3, 4JOG KEY

2MENU

1POWER

3, 4JOG KEY

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Digital Features

EIS ONNORMAL


2 Press EIS to stabilize the picture.• Picture flicker may be observed when

taping under fluorescent lightingconditions.

• The EIS indicator flashes when thelight level is inadequate.

• Turn D.E.I.S. OFF during recordingwhen using a tripod.

3 Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.

4 Press EIS again to cancel.• Be sure that D.E.I.S. is turned off

when not needed.

Dual Digital Electronic ImageStabilization System (D.E.I.S.)

This feature helps compensate for anyunintentional hand or body movement. Itcan be used in both the Recording andPlayback (VCR) modes.

CAMERA mode

VCR mode

• Other Digital Functions are turned offautomatically when the EIS and DigitalZoom are selected.

A Set POWER to VCR.

B Press (PLAY) to start playback.

C Press EIS to stabilize the picture.

D Press EIS again to cancel.• Be sure that D.E.I.S. is turned off

when not needed.

Note

• When using D.E.I.S in VCR mode, theimage size is slightly larger.

Note

1, APOWER

2, 4, C, DEIS

BPLAY

D.E.I.S. may not function when...• Palmcorder movement is too

extreme.• Recording a subject with distinct

horizontal or vertical stripes.• Recording in low light situations.• Recording a subject under a great

amount of fluorescent light.• Recording a scene with very fast

motions.

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1 Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.


3 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION in the CAMERA modemenu screen or PLAY FUNCTION inthe VCR mode menu screen, thenpress JOG KEY to display theCAMERA FUNCTION or VCR PLAYFUNCTION menu screen.

4 Rotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION , and then press JOGKEY repeatedly to select one of theDigital Functions listed on the left.

5 To cancel the Digital Function, pressJOG KEY repeatedly to select OFF.

• The EIS and Digital Zoom features areturned off automatically when one of theDigital Functions listed at left isselected.

Other Digital FunctionsUse the following features to add interestand professionalism to your recordings orplayback. Select from twelve specialeffects.

Note

Types of Digital FunctionsMIRRORSymmetrical image from the currentcamera picture.STROBEThe recording appears as a sequence ofstill frames.MOSAICThe picture appears in a mosaic pattern.SLIMThe picture is expanded vertically.TRAILThe subject being recorded creates a trailwhen in motion.STRETCHThe picture is expanded horizontally.MAGICPIX (Not available during playback)Color recording of video or still images ontothe Mini DV in low lighting. (p. 41)• Only Manual Focus is available.WIPESuccessive scenes are separated in a waywhich simulates the drawing of a curtain.MIXThe current scene is mixed in with thefollowing scene during scene changes.PinPPinP (Still image) is displayed on theMain Picture.SEPIA (Only available during playback)The picture is played back in sepia, abrownish color, giving it an antique look.MONO (Monotone) (Only available duringplayback)The picture is played back in black-and-white.

To use the WIPE functiona. In Camera mode, set the “D.FUNCTION”

item in the main menu screen to “WIPE”.(Menu OSD: p. 108)

b.Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.c.Press REC/PAUSE to pause the

recording. The last scene will bememorized.

d.Press RECORD/PAUSE to startrecording again. The new scene will takethe place of the memorized scene.

To use the MIX functiona. In Camera mode, set the “D.FUNCTION”

item in the main menu screen to “MIX”(Menu OSD: p. 108). Then, perform stepsb-d above.The memorized scene and the newscene will appear mixed as the scenechanges from one to the other.

• When Photo Title is set, WIPE/MIX modebecomes Photo Title. When Photo Titleis finished, Digital Function turns OFF.

Note

2MENU

1POWER

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Editing Features

External Microphonewith M3 connector (notsupplied)

ExternalMicrophone Jack(PV-DV402 only)

The original sound can be replaced withnew sound using the built-in Palmcordermicrophone or an external microphone(PV-DV402 only).

Audio Dubbing using theExternal (PV-DV402 only) orBuilt-in Microphone

1 Set POWER to VCR.• With the Remote Control, you can set

the Palmcorder to stop automaticallyat a specified point on the tape. See“Memory-Stop Editing” on page 45.

2 Press (PLAY). Then press (PAUSE) where you want dubbing to

begin.

3 Press MENU to display the VCR modemenu screen.Rotate JOG KEY to select REC MODE ,then press JOG KEY to display theVCR REC MODE menu screen.Rotate JOG KEY to select AUDIO- DUB , and then press JOG KEY toselect ON.• The Palmcorder will go to Stand By

mode, and “A.DUB” flashes in the EVFor the LCD monitor. Go to step 4.

2PLAY

2PAUSE

3A.DUB

Before you begin• Connect the external Microphone

(if used) (PV-DV402 only).• Turn on the Palmcorder.• Insert a pre-recorded tape to be dubbed.

Built-in Microphone

The AUDIO-REC setting in CAMERAMENU mode should be as follows:

• Select 12 bit if you do not want theoriginal sound to be completely replacedduring an audio dub.

• If you dub over a tape which has both12 bit and 16 bit audio recordings on it,keep in mind that the original 16 bit audioportion will be completely replaced.

12 bit

16 bit

The original sound is recordedon ST (Stereo) 1, and the newsound will be recorded on ST(Stereo) 2.The original sound is replacedwith the new sound.

1POWER

3JOG KEY

3MENU

When using the Palmcorder only

When using the Remote Control only

3 Press A.DUB on the Remote Control.• The Palmcorder will go to Stand By

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4 Press (PAUSE) to start AudioDubbing.• Connect the Palmcorder to the TV in

order to monitor the sound.(p. 39)

Only NTSC (National Television StandardsCommittee) recorded tapes can be audiodubbed. The following screen appears ifthe tape was not recorded in NTSC format.

5 Press (PAUSE) to stop AudioDubbing.

To listen to the desired audio sound, setthe AUDIO setting of the VCR mode MENU(Menu OSD: p. 110) as follows:

• If the microphone used for dubbing getstoo near the speaker of your TV,a howling noise (feedback) may occur.

• If the tape position is in or was started ina blank section, you cannot use theA.DUB feature.

Memory-Stop Editing (RemoteControl Only)

• 16 bit dubbed sound completely erasesthe original 16 bit recorded sound.

• If you dubbed using 12 bit AUDIOrecording and then selected AUDIO-MIXin the menu for playback, the sound willbe stereo regardless of the AUDIO-OUTsetting.

• If you recorded in LP mode, you cannotuse the A.DUB feature.

Note

You can set an automatic Dubbing stoppoint.

DRESET

AMENU

APress MENU to display the VCRmenu screen.

BRotate JOG KEY to select DISPLAY SETTING , and then press JOG KEYto display the DISPLAY SETTINGmenu.

CRotate JOG KEY to select DISPLAY ,and then press JOG KEY to set toMEMORY.

DPress MENU two times to exit MENUmode. Then, press RESET on theremote control to reset the CounterMemory to M 0:00:00.

Now, rewind to the editing start point,and continue with steps 2-5. The tape willnow stop automatically at “M 0:00:00”.

ST 1

ST 2

MIX

Set this position to listen to theoriginal sound.Set this position to listen to theaudio dubbed sound.Set this position to listen to boththe original sound and the audiodubbed sound.

AUDIO:The following selections areavailable for 12 bit AUDIO dubbedrecordings only (sound recorded in SPmode only).

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Editing Features

Video In

S-Video In

VHF ConnectingCable (notsupplied)

TV(To View)A/V Cable

(Supplied)

To Audio In

To Video In

Recording:VCR (Rear)

To S-Video In(If there is S-Video In)

• For technical reasons, dubbing a tapemay reduce its quality.

• Press DISPLAY ON TV on thePalmcorder Remote Control to eliminateEVF/LCD Monitor indications.

• If the Time Code is displayed in the EVFor LCD monitor, it cannot be reset.

• Only the DATE/TIME, when displayed,will be recorded on the tape.

CAUTION:Unauthorized exchanging and/orcopying of copyrighted recordings maybe copyright infringement.

A/V OUTS-VIDEO OUT

Source (Playing)Palmcorder

Copying your Tapes toS-VHS or VHS Cassette

Monitor with your TV

1 Insert a pre-recorded tapeinto the source (playing) Palmcorderand a blank tape, with record tab inplace, into the target VCR (Recorder).

2Press (PLAY) on the Palmcorder.When the tape reaches the point youwant to start dubbing, press PAUSE.

3 Place the VCR into REC/PAUSEmode. (See VCR manual.)

4 Simultaneously, press PAUSE onboth units to begin copying.

5 Press STOP on both units whencopying is completed.

S-VideoCable (notsupplied)

Audio In

Note

• Turn the TV ON and select its VCRchannel (either CH3 or CH4).

• Set the VCR/TV Selector on therecording VCR to VCR.

Before you begin• Connect both Palmcorder and VCR to

their power sources.• Connect the Palmcorder to a VCR as

illustrated left.• Turn ON both units.• Set the recording VCR’s Input Signal

Selector to LINE.• Set the Palmcorder POWER to VCR.• Before using S-VIDEO Connector,

insert the DC Cable into the DC INTerminal. (p. 15)

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3, 4PLAY

3, 4, 5PAUSE

3, 4PLAY

6STOP

4REC

High quality digital-to-digital copying canbe accomplished if both Palmcordersincorporate the DV Input/Output (i.LINK)Connector (DV interface cable (i.LINK) isnot supplied).

1 Insert a pre-recorded tape into thesource (playing) Palmcorder, and setPOWER to VCR.

2 Insert a blank tape with the recordtab closed into the target (recording)Palmcorder and set POWER to VCR.

3 Press (PLAY) on the sourcePalmcorder. When the tape reachesthe point you want to start dubbing,press (PAUSE).

4 Hold down REC and press (PLAY)on the target (recording) Palmcorder oron the remote control.Press (PAUSE) to pause the tape atthe starting point of the dub.

5 Simultaneously, press (PAUSE) onboth units to begin dubbing.

6 Press (STOP) on the recordingunit, and then press (STOP) on theplaying unit to end dubbing.

• When two Palmcorders are used fordubbing, it is recommended that theRemote Control VCR1 or VCR2 setting beused to avoid improper-operation.

• When two Palmcorders are connectedusing the DV interface cable (i.LINK) (notsupplied), a Video Editing Controllercannot be used.

• Do not connect both an S-Video Cable orA/V Cable and a DV Interface Cable(i.LINK).

CAUTION:Unauthorized exchanging and/orcopying of copyrighted recordings maybe copyright infringement.

Source (Playing)Palmcorder

RecordingPalmcorder

DV InterfaceCable (i.LINK)(optional)

DV Input/Output(i.LINK) Connector

Copying from DigitalEquipment (dubbing)

Note

3, 4, 5PAUSE

Before you begin• Connect both Palmcorders to their

power sources.• Connect the two Palmcorders using the

DV interface cable (i.LINK)(4-pin to 4-pin).

• Turn both Palmcorders ON.

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SpecificationsPower Source: Palmcorder: 7.2 V DC (Battery)

7.8 V DC (AC Adaptor)AC Adaptor: 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 HzBattery: Lithium-Ion Type DC 7.2 V

Power Consumption: Palmcorder : 7.2 V/7.8 V DC 6.5 W (Max. 9.5 W)AC Adaptor : 18 W

1 W (when not in use.)Digital Interface USB/i.LINK (IEEE1394)Video Signal: EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signalVideo Recording System: 2 rotary heads. helical scanning systemAudio: 12 bit (32 kHz) 4 tracks

16 bit (48 kHz) 2 tracksPick-Up System and Device: One integral color filter Charge Coupled Device (CCD)Lens: 10:1 zoom lens, F1:1.8 with auto iris control

Focal length: 3.6 mm - 36 mmPower zoom functionLens filter diameter: 43 mm

Viewfinder: 5.3 mm (0.21 inch) Liquid Crystal ElectronicViewfinder

LCD Monitor: 63.5 mm (2.5 inch) Liquid Crystal Display (PV-DV202)88.9 mm (3.5 inch) Liquid Crystal Display (PV-DV402)

Minimum Illumination Required: 5 lx (F1:1.8) 0.5 footcandles0 lx (MAGICVU/0LUX ON) (PV-DV402 only)

Memory (Still image) MultiMediaCard/SD Memory Card640 x 480 pixels (NORMAL mode)1,280 x 960 pixels (FINE mode)

Image Storage (supplied Approx. 70 images (NORMAL mode)8 MB Memory Card) Approx. 30 images (FINE mode)Image Format JPEG (Design Rule for Camera File System)Operating Temperature: 32 °F~104 °F (0 °C~40 °C)Operating Humidity: 10 %~75 %Weight: Palmcorder : (PV-DV202/402)

0.58 kg1.28 Ibs.

AC Adaptor : 0.16 kg0.35 Ibs.

Dimensions: Palmcorder : (PV-DV202/402)88.5 (W) x 74 (H) x 185 (D) mm3-1/2 (W) x 2-7/8 (H) x 7-5/16 (D) inch

AC Adaptor : 70 (W) x 45 (H) x 115 (D) mm2-3/4 (W) x 1-3/4 (H) x 4-1/2 (D) inch

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.


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Before Requesting Service

(a) Video Head Cleaning: Normally, your Palmcorder will notrequire head cleaning. However, it is possible that the headsmay become clogged due to dust in the air, playing damagedtapes, long term use, etc. If “NEED HEAD CLEANING”appears for 5 seconds in the EVF or LCD monitor, the headsmay require cleaning.(b) Cleaning the Heads: It is recommended that head cleaningbe performed by a qualified service technician. Please contactyour nearest Panasonic Servicenter. An alternate solution is toobtain a head cleaning cassette. Please use Panasoniccleaning cassette (AY-DVMCLA). Be sure to follow thecleaning instructions carefully. Excessive use of the headcleaning cassette could shorten video head life.Use this cassette only when a head clogging symptoms occur.Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Clogged Video Head

• When you go from function to function (PLAY, FF, REW etc.), please note that the unitwill not accept a new function operation until the previous operation is complete.

• The POWER Button and all function buttons, (PLAY, FF, REW, etc.) are only operationalafter the tape has been completely loaded.

When the following accessories are attached and the zoom is set to maximum wideangle, the four corners of the sceen may appear darker:• Wide or Telephoto conversion lens (optional).• A filter (optional), etc. and then the lens hood.• Two filters (optional).

If any of the following numbers appear on-screen, the camcorder may need service. Donot remove the battery (if attached) and write down the displayed number on page 101.Then, take the camcorder to a servicenter for repair.

Self Diagnostic System

Lens Hood Area Operation Caution

Tape Operations Caution

Cleaning Care for Video Heads

Error No.

U11

U12

U13

U14

U15

U16

U30

Description

Card Error

Card Error

Card Error

Card/Camcorder Dialogue Error

Card Access Error

Card Access Error

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If you have a problem with your Palmcorder, it may be something you can correctyourself.Check the list below for symptoms and corrections.

No picture in the EVF or LCD Monitor...

Video cassette cannot be inserted...

Video cassette cannot be removed...

No operation starts when operationbuttons are pressed...

Recording cannot be done...

Auto Focus does not operate...

Sound from microphone cannot bemonitored...

Sound cannot be heard...

Symptom• Make sure the Power Source is connected.

(pp. 14, 15)• Make sure the POWER switch is set to VCR

or CAMERA. (pp. 18, 32)• Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 99)• Make sure the Battery is fully charged.

(p. 14)• Make sure all necessary cables are

connected correctly and firmly. (p. 15)• Make sure the Lens Cap is removed. (p. 18)

• Make sure the Power Source is connected.(pp. 14, 15)

• Insert the cassette record tab up, windowside facing out. (p. 11)

• Make sure the Power source is connected.(pp. 14, 15)

• Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 99)

• Make sure the record tab is closed. (p. 7)• Check the Battery Indication. (p. 112)

• Make sure FOCUS is set to AUTO. (p. 29)• Make sure the unit is ON and set to

CAMERA mode. (p. 18)

• Make sure the unit is set to REC or REC/PAUSE mode.

• Make sure the Audio on the VCR MENU isset to ST1. (pp. 44, 110)

Correction

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The following warning displays appear in the EVF and the LCD monitor.

Indications

If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode without a cassette inserted,“ ” will flash and “TAPE NOT INSERTED” will appear for5 seconds. Recording will not start.

If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode or Audio dub mode withthe cassette sliding record tab opened, “ ” will flash and“CHECK REC TAB” will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will notstart.

When Audio dub is performed and the recording in other thanNTSC format, “ ” will flash and “CANNOT REC” will appear for5 seconds.

When the tape is about to end in REC mode, “ END” willflash and “TAPE END” will appear for 5 seconds.

When an incompatible tape is detected, “INCOMPATIBLETAPE” will appear for 5 seconds.

If the video heads require cleaning, “NEED HEAD CLEANING”will appear for 5 seconds.When the Palmcorder and remote are not set to the same mode(VCR1 or VCR2), “CHECK REMOTE MODE (REMOTE)” appearsfor 5 seconds. It also appears when the Palmcorder is first turnedon.

Condition

When an AUDIO DUB is attempted on a pre-recorded LP tape,“CANNOT REC LP-MODE” will appear for 5 seconds.

If excessive moisture condenses in the unit, “WARNING” willflash, “DEW DETECTED” will appear, and the Palmcorder willautomatically turn OFF in 15 seconds.In this case, wait until the indicator no longer flashes when yourPalmcorder is turned ON again.

When a battery recharge is necessary, “WARNING” willflash, “LOW BATTERY” will appear, and the Palmcorder willautomatically turn OFF in 15 seconds. (p. 112)

When the built-in lithium clock battery is discharged, “CLOCKBATTERY” will appear. To re-charge the lithium clock battery,connect the AC Adaptor to the Palmcorder. Recharging takesapprox. 4 hours. Reset the clock after charging.

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Indications Condition

If you play a tape recorded in a format other than NTSC or you tryto copy copy-protected data, “INCOMPATIBLE DATA” will appear.

When a still image is transferred from a tape to an already fullMemory Card, or when setting is DPOF, “NO SPACE LEFT”appears.

If the Palmcorder is in M-CARD mode or Photo Title (CAMERAmode) and the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) is connected,“DISCONNECT DV CABLE” appears. In this case, remove the DVInterface Cable (i.LINK) from the Palmcorder.

In M-CARD mode, this display appears if the SD Memory CardLock Switch is in the Lock position.

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Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:Panasonic Services Company

1705 N. Randall RoadElgin, IL. 60123-7847

Attn: Camcorder Repair

Request for Service Notice:Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice.

In the unlikely event this product needsservice.• Please include your proof of purchase.

(Failure to due so will delay your repair.)• To further speed your repair, please provide

an explanation of what is wrong with the unitand any symptom it is exhibiting.

Please write the displayed Self Diagnostic numberhere. (p. 97)

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Limited WarrantyPanasonic Consumer Electronics Company,Division of Matsushita Electric Corporationof America, One Panasonic WaySecaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Sales Company,Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San GabrielIndustrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

PANASONIC/QUASAR Video ProductsLimited Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “theWarrantor”) will repair or replace this product with new or refurbished parts or equivalent product, free of charge, inthe USA or Puerto Rico, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows (all time periods commencefrom the date of the original purchase):

PRODUCTCAMCORDER

DVD/VCR DECK

DIGITAL STILLCAMERA

A/V MIXER

TV/VCR, TV/DVDTV/DVD/VCRCOMBINATION

TV/HDRCOMBINATION

LABORNINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYSCRT - NINETY (90) DAYS

NINETY (90) DAYSCRT - NINETY (90) DAYS

PARTSONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPTCCD IMAGE SENSORCCD IMAGE SENSOR- SIX (6) MONTHS

ONE (1) YEAR

ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPTCCD IMAGE SENSORCCD IMAGE SENSOR- SIX (6) MONTHSONE (1) YEAR

ONE (1) YEAR,EXCEPT CRTCRT - TWO (2) YEARS

ONE (1) YEAR,EXCEPT CRTCRT - TWO (2) YEARS

CONTACT NUMBER1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-272-7033

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

1-888-843-9788

SERVICECarry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In or Mail-In

Carry-In: 21” CRTand SmallerIn-Home or Carry-In:22” CRT and Larger

In-Home or Carry-In

Batteries (if included) - New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten (10)days. 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.In-home, carry-in or mail-in service, as applicable, in the USA can be obtained during the warranty period bycontacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory. Or calltoll free contact number listed above, to locate an authorized PASC Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in PuertoRico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listedin the Servicenter Directory.This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the originalpurchase is requires before warranty service is rendered.This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship, which occur during normal use anddoes not cover normal maintenance, including, but not limited to, video and audio head cleaning. The warranty doesnot 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 consumercontrols, improper operation, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage, commercial use such ashotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a PASCFactory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONSThere are no express warranties except as listed above.THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES(INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO RECORDING MEDIA) RESULTING FROM THE USE OFTHIS PRODUCTS, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THE WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULARPURPOSE, 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 limitationson 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 tostate. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact yourdealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the Consumer AffairsDepartment at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company address above.SERVICE CALLS WHICH DO NOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIPAS DETERMINED BY THE WARRANTOR, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, ARE NOT COVERED.COSTS OF SUCH SERVICE CALLS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER.warvid 02/ 12/ 2001


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Servicenter ListFor Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, DealerLocations, and 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 : [email protected]

Service in Puerto RicoMatsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter:Ave. 65 de Infantería. Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910

Factory Servicenters Locations

CALIFORNIA6550 Katella AvenueCypress, CA 90630

800 Dubuque AvenueS. San Francisco,CA 94080

3878 Ruffin RoadSuite ASan Diego, CA 92123

FLORIDA3700 North 29th AvenueSuite 102Hollywood, FL 33020

GEORGIA8655 Roswell RoadSuite 100Atlanta, GA 30350

ILLINOIS1709 North Randall RoadElgin, IL 60123

MASSACHUSETTS60 Glacier DriveSuite GWestwood, MA 02090

MINNESOTA7850-12th Avenue SouthAirport Business CenterBloomington, MN 55425

OHIO2236 Waycross RoadCivic Center PlazaForest Park, OH 45240

PENNSYLVANIA2221 Cabot Blvd. WestSuite BLanghorne, PA 19047

TEXAS13615 Welch RoadSuite 101Farmers Branch,TX 75244

WASHINGTON20425-84th AvenueSouthKent, WA 98032

HAWAII99-859 Iwaiwa StreetAiea, Hawaii 96701Phone (808) 488-1996Fax (808) 486-4369

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.comYou can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearestservicenter 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)

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Este símbolo tiene por finalidad alertar alusuario acerca de la presencia de tensiónsin aislación en el interior del producto, quepuede tener la intensidad suficiente comopara causar descargas eléctricas. Por lotanto, hacer contacto con cualquier piezaen el interior de la unidad es peligroso.

Este símbolo tiene por finalidad alertar alusuario de la presencia de importantesinstrucciones de operación ymantenimiento en la literatura incluida conla unidad. Por lo tanto, lea detenidamentela literatura incluida para evitar problemas.

PRECAUCIÓNRIESGO DE DESCARGA ELÉCTRICA

NO ABRIR

PRECAUCIÓN: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DEDESCARGA ELÉCTRICA, NO QUITE LA

CUBIERTA (O PARTE POSTERIOR).EL APARATO NO TIENE EN SU INTERIOR PIEZAS

QUE PUEDAN SER REPARADAS POR EL USUARIO.SOLICITE TODA REPARACIÓN A PERSONAL DE

SERVICIO CUALIFICADO.

La etiqueta de régimen está pegada en la base de la cubierta del cargador.

Su Mini Palmcorder está diseñada para grabar y reproducir en el modo de ReproducciónEstándar (SP) y modo Largo (LP).Se recomienda el uso sólo de cintas de cassette que hayan sido probadas einspeccionadas para su uso en aparatos VCR con la marca Mini .

ADVERTENCIA: PARA EVITAR INCENDIOS Y DESCARGASELÉCTRICAS, NO EXPONGA ESTE EQUIPO A LA LLUVIA NI ALA HUMEDAD.

Este dispositivo cumple con la parte 15 de las Reglas del FCC. El funcionamiento estásujeto a las dos siguientes condiciones: (1) Este dispositivo puede no causarinterferencias perjudiciales, y (2) este dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferenciarecibida, incluyendo interferencias que pueden causar un funcionamiento no deseado.Nota: Este equipo ha sido puesto a prueba y se encontró que cumple con la Parte 15

de las reglas del FCC. Estos limites están diseñados para proveer unaprotección razonable contra interferencias cuando se opera en un ambienteresidencial.Si este equipo causa interferencias en la recepción de radio o televisión, lo cualse puede comprobar al apagar y encender el equipo, utilice el equipo en otraubicación y/o utilice un tomacorriente diferente al que está utilizando el receptor.Si es necesario, consulte con el distribuidor o un técnico experto de radio/TVpara solicitar ayuda. Puede encontrar útil el folleto ‘Información sobre lasinterferencias’ disponible en las oficinas regionales del FCC local.

Advertencia del FCC:Para asegurar la conformidad continua del FCC, utilice solamente el cable deinterfaz blindado cuando conecte una cámara de video digital a unacomputadora de acuerdo con las instrucciones incluidas aquí. También,cualquier cambio sin autorización o modificaciones a este equipo anularían laautoridad del usuario para operarlo.

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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoInserte de la batería Antes de comenzar

• Cargue la battería. (Página 14.)

Insert Cassette

1 Coloque la batería y deslícela haciaarriba hasta que se quede bloqueadacon un clic.

1 Presione LCD-OPEN y abracompletamente el monitor LCD.

3 Deslice el interruptor deexpulsión de cinta (TAPEEJECT) para abrir la tapa delcompartimento del cassette.

Film de protecciónNota

• Retire la películaprotectora antes deutilizarlo.

2 Ajuste el interruptorde alimentación(POWER) a la posiciónVCR o CAMERA.

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Esta videocámara contiene un sistema de ejecución fácil del cassette. Poreso, es fácil de introducir o sacar el cassette aunque esté montado sobre untrípode. (Página 7.)

4 Introduzca un cassette conla parte de la ventana haciaarriba.• Asegúrese de que la

lengüeta de grabación estécerrada. (Página 7.)

5 Presione la marca PUSH TO CLOSE(EMPUJAR PARA CERRAR) paracerrar la tapa del compartimiento delcassette.


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Para ver la reproducción en el LCD (pantallade visualización de cristal líquido)

Cuando el monitor LCD se enchuentra totalmenteabierto, el visor se DESACTIVA automáticamente. Antes de comenzar

• Cargue la battería. (Pàgina 14.)

2 Presione el botón de apertura del LCD (LCD-OPEN)para des bloquear el monitor LCD. Balancéeabriéndolo completamente y ajuste el ángulo.

3 Presione el botón derebobinado (REW) pararebobinar la cinta.

4 Presione el botón dereproducción (PLAY)para reproducir la cinta.

5 Presione el botón deparada (STOP) paradetener la reproducción.

1 Ajuste el interruptorde alimentación(POWER) a laposición VCR.

180°90°

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoGrabación con la cámara

Cuando el monitor LCD se enchuentra totalmenteabjerto, el visor se DESACTIVA automàticamente.

Monitor LCD

2 Ajuste el control lde ajustede visión según lo desee.

4 Presione el botón de grabación/pausa (REC/PAUSE) para iniciar lagrabación.Vuelva a pulsar el botón degrabación/pausa (REC/PAUSE) parahacer una pausa en la grabación.

Visor

1 Ajuste el interruptor dealimentación (POWER) a laposición CAMERA.

3 Presione el botón de apertura delLCD (LCD-OPEN) para des bloquearel monitor LCD. Balancée abriéndolocompletamente y ajuste el àngulo.

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Introducir la Tarjeta de memoria* Antes de comenzar• Cargue la battería. (Pàgina 14.)

*Tarjeta de Memoria: Tarjeta MultiMedia o Tarjeta de Memoria SD (Pàgina 94.)• Asegúrese de introducir la Tarjeta de memoria antes de utilizar la tarjeta PhotoShot.

(Página 48.)A continuación se indican una lista de Tarjetas de Memoria soportadas por esta unidad.

Memory CardTarjeta de memoria SD (RP-SD008BMKO)Tarjeta MultiMedia (Marca de fábrica SanDisk)Tarjeta de Memoria SD (opcional) (Página 92.)

Capacity8 MB8 MB, 16 MB16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB

3 Introduzca la tarjeta de memoriahasta que se coloque en su sitiocon un clic.

4 Cierre la puerta de M-CARD.

2 Deslice el botón CARD EJECTpara abrir la tapa delcompartimiento de la tarjeta dememoria.

1 Ajuste el interruptorde alimentación(POWER) a laposición OFF.

Para quitar la tarjeta de memoria...

Presione aquí para guitarla tarjeta.

Botón para la protección de copia de la tarjeta de memoria SD

La tarjeta de memoria SD tiene un botón para la protección de copia. Desliceel botón hacia la dirección de LOCK para prevenir una copia o cambio de laestructura de la tarjeta.

Botón para la protección de copia

POWER

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido

Acerca del seguro M-CARD

Nota• Deslizando el seguro M-CARD a la

posicion LOCK, evitara que POWER girepor error a la posicion M-CARD alcambiar POWER a CAMERA.

Seguro M-CARDesquina recortada

Nota• Al insertar la tarjeta de memoria, insertela

con la esquina recortada hacia abajo talcomo se indica en la figura anterior.

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PROG. AE (p. 24)To select one of the 5 Program AEmodes. Setting to OFF cancels thepreviously selected Program AEmode.CINEMA (p. 23)When set to ON, you can record apicture compatible with a wide-screenTV equipped with an S2 pictureterminal.REC-SPEED (pp. 7, 18)SP:Normal recording speed mode.LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as

long as in the SP mode. Forexample, 120 minutes ofrecording is possible on a80 minute tape.

AUDIO-REC (p. 44)12 bit: The sound is recorded in the

12 bit/32 kHz mode.16 bit: The sound is recorded in the

16 bit/48 kHz high-qualitymode.

INDEXDAY: An index signal is recorded

when recording is restartedafter the date has changedsince the last recording.

2 HOUR:An index signal is recordedwhen recording is restartedafter a lapse of more than2 hours.

SHUTTER (pp. 20, 48)When set to ON, still pictures taken inthe PhotoShot mode are recorded witha visual shutter effect and click sound.SELF-REC (p. 22)NORMAL: During self-recording, thepicture on the LCD Monitor is thesame as it will be recorded.MIRROR: During self-recording, thepicture on the LCD Monitor ishorizontally reversed.WIND-CUT (p. 31)To reduce sound distortion caused bywind hitting the microphone.ZOOM-MIC (p. 21)When set to ON, the microphone’sdirectional angle and sensitivity varyaccording to the zoom operation.

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D.FUNCTION (pp. 41, 43)To select one of the 10 digitalfunctions.Setting to OFF cancels the previouslyselected digital function.D.ZOOM (p. 40)To select D.ZOOM1 (from 10X to 25X)or D.ZOOM2 (from 10X to 700X).Setting to OFF cancels the previouslyselected digital zoom.PROGRESSIVE (p. 20)When set to ON, still pictures takenwith PhotoShot are recorded with ahigher resolution than with normalPhotoShot.

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REMOTE (p. 10)lyVCR1: To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCR1.VCR2: To receive signals from

the Remote Control, set toVCR2.

OFF: To prevent reception ofsignals from the RemoteControl.

BEEPSet to ON to hear beep when startingand stopping camera recording orwhen unusual conditions occur. Tocancel the beep, set to OFF.Palmcorder will beep:Once when you start recordingTwice when you stop recordingRepeatedly when warning ofunusual conditions.(pp. 99, 100)MAGICVU (PV-DV402 only)(p. 25)To select one of the 3 MagicVumodes slide MAGICVU/0LUX Switchto ON.DISPLAY (p. 113)To select the desired type of displayand counter indication displayed onthe LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder.C.RESET (p. 113)Setting to ON resets the counter tozero.DATE/TIME (p. 112)The date and time can be set anddisplayed on the screen.CLOCK-SET (p. 16)When set to ON, the date and timecan be set on the screen.LCD/EVF SETTING (p. 19)Setting to ON displays the menu foradjusting the LCD brightness,color level, and the EVF brightness.TITLE (p. 27)Photo Title is recorded.MODE (p. 27)To select one of the 2 Photo Titlemodes.

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mode.LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as

long as in the SP mode. Forexample, 120 minutes ofrecording is possible on an80 minute tape.

AUDIO-DUB (p. 44)Set to AUDIO-DUB “ON” in the MenuOSD to use the Audio Dub feature.INDEX (pp. 36, 37)To select the desired Index Searchfunction.PHOTO: To search for Photo shot

pictures.SCENE: To search for scenes marked

with Index signal.AUDIO (p. 45)To select the desired audio playbackmode after performing audio dubbingin the 12 bit mode (SP mode only).ST1 : The original sound alone is

played back.ST2 : The dubbed sound alone is

played back.MIX : The original sound and the

dubbed sound are played backtogether.

REMOTE (p. 10)VCR1 : To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCR1.VCR2 : To receive signals from the

Remote Control, set to VCR2.OFF : To prevent reception of signals

from the Remote Control.B.SEARCH (Blank Search) (p. 33)Select ON to go directly to a blankportion of the tape.SPEED (p. 38)In Strobe Multi mode, used to selectthe interval at which a succession ofstill screens are captured from theplayback picture.FAST : Every 0.3 secondsNORM : Every 0.6 secondsSLOW : Every 1.0 seconds

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DISPLAY (p. 113)To select the desired type of displayand counter indication displayed on theLCD Monitor or in the viewfinder.C.RESET (p. 113)Setting to ON resets the counter tozero.DATE/TIME (p. 112)The date and time can be set anddisplayed on the screen.CLOCK-SET (p. 16)When set to ON, the date and time canbe set on the screen.LCD/EVF SETTING(p. 19)Setting to ON displays the menu foradjusting the LCD brightness, colorlevel, and the EVF brightness.

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REC MODE (p. 48)To select Photo Rec Mode.DISPLAY (p. 115)Select to OFF to cancel all Displayson the screen.DCF NO. (pp. 50, 115)Select to OFF to cancel DCF (Designrule for Camera File system) No. onthe screen.DPOF (pp. 54, 115)When set to ON, information of theimage to be printed and the number ofprints desired (DPOF data) is writtento the Memory Card.VARIABLE (p. 54)When set to ON, you can selectimages recorded on the Memory Cardand set the number of prints desired.ALL1 (p. 54)When set to ON, the number of printsrecorded on the Memory Card iscollectively set to 1.ALL0 (p. 54)When set to ON, the currently setnumber of prints is set to 0.

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Here are some of the basic indications which will appear on the Palmcorder EVF and LCDMonitor. Only Date and Time indications will be recorded onto the tape.

Battery Remaining

Tape Remaining

• It will take several seconds for the taperemaining indicator to operate after thetape starts moving.

CINEMA Indication(Menu OSD: p. 108)

Digital Zoom and other DigitalFunctions (Menu OSD: p. 108)This display appears when the digitalzoom function has been activated.

Playback Effect (Menu OSD: p. 110)This display appears when SEPIA orMONO is selected in VCR menu.

Volume Display (p. 33)The volume bar appears when thevolume of the built-in speaker is beingadjusted.

(AY-DVM30EA) (AY-DVM60EA)

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As shown below, the date and timeindication changes each time DATE/TIMEis selected from the Palmcorder’s MENU(Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111) or the DATE/TIME Button is pressed on the remote.

DATE/TIME

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Tape Speed Indication(Menu OSD: p. 108)Indicates the tape speed (SP or LP).

MAGICVU (PV-DV402 only)(Menu OSD: p. 109)This display appears when MAGICVUis set to ON.

MNL Indication (pp. 28~31)This display appears when AUTO/MANUAL is pressed to MANUAL.

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Display ON/OFF and Counter/Time CodeThe indication switches as shownbelow when the desired “DISPLAY”mode is selected from the menu.(Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111)• When OFF is selected, all displays

are turned off.

Memory Counter M 0:00:00The Palmcorder will stop whenever itreaches the point where the counter waspreviously set to M 0:00:00 during audiodub, fast forward, or rewind.

Time Code 0h00m00s00fThe Palmcorder calculates and displaysexactly where you are on any tape in termsof hours, minutes, seconds, and frames(30 frames = 1 second).• This display cannot be reset.

Linear Time Counter Memory Counter

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W.BALANCE or BACK LIGHT indicationsto be displayed on the EVF or LCD Panelwhen selected.

• C.RESET does not work when DISPLAYis set to OFF and T.CODE.

Tape Mode IndicationsREC Recording.PHOTO PhotoShot recording.PAUSE Paused during recording.

Playback.Still.Slow (forward).Slow (reverse).Frame Advance (forward).Frame Advance (reverse).

R Repeat Playback.CHK Recording Check.FF Fast forward.REW Rewind.

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Zoom Magnification Level (p. 40)

Digital EIS Indications (p. 42)This display appears when EIS ispressed.

Backlight Indication (p. 23)This display appears when BACKLIGHT is pressed.

PROGRAM-AE Indication (p. 24)

Manual Focus Indication (p. 29)

White Balance Indication (p. 28)

Shutter Mode Indication (p. 30)

Iris Indication (p. 31)

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Light Indication (p. 9)This display appears when LIGHT isset to ON.

WIND-CUT Indication(Menu OSD: p. 108)This display appears when WIND-CUTis set to ON.

Progressive Indication(Menu OSD: p. 108)This display appears whenPROGRESSIVE is set to ON.

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Image Page Remaining Indication(p. 48)• Image pages left in selected mode.

“000” flashes when memory is full.• Memory capacity provided all

pictures are taken in the same mode:“NORMAL” mode

Approx. 70 images(Supplied 8 MB Memory Card)

“FINE” modeApprox. 30 images(Supplied 8 MB Memory Card)

REC MODE• NORMAL or FINE mode.• Image Size:

“NORMAL” mode640 x 480 pixels

“FINE” mode1 280 x 960 pixels

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JOG KEYpp. 16, 17.M.FOCUS DIALp. 29.

Lens

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MAGICVU/0LUX(PV-DV402 only)p. 25.

POWER(VCR•OFF•CAMERA•M-CARD)pp. 11, 12, 13.

LCD (LiquidCrystal Display)Monitorpp. 11, 12, 19, 32.

LCD-OPENpp. 11, 12, 19, 32.

Built-in Speakerp. 33.

USB Terminalpp. 58, 75, 81.

M-CARD Doorp. 13.

M-CARD EJECTp. 13.

DC IN Terminalp. 15.

Shoulder StrapAttachment Ringp. 8.

M-CARD Lockp. 13.

Hand Strapp. 8.

Side View

ExternalMicrophone Jack(PV-DV402 only)p. 44.

Rear View

Remote Sensorp. 9.

CassetteCompartmentCoverp. 7. DV Input/Output

(i.LINK) Connectorpp. 47, 72.

S-VIDEO OutputConnectorpp. 39, 46.

TAPE EJECTpp. 7, 11.

BATT RELEASEpp. 14, 15.

Built-in TwinCapsule 2-WayMicrophoneSystem

Shoulder StrapAttachment Ringp. 8.

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POWER ZOOMpp. 21, 40.VOLUMEp. 33.

ElectronicViewfinder (EVF)p. 12.

Rear View PHOTOSHOTpp. 20, 48, 49.

Lens Capp. 8.

Top View

LIGHTp. 9.

FADEp. 25.RECp. 47.

REWpp. 12, 32.RECORDING CHECKp. 22.

STOPpp. 12, 32.M-STOPpp. 50~53.

PLAYpp. 12, 32.M-PLAYpp. 50, 51.MULTIp. 38.

FFp. 34.BACK LIGHTp. 23.

PAUSEpp. 34, 45, 47.CAMERA STILLp. 26.M-DELpp. 51, 52, 53.

Back ViewVisionAdjustment Controlpp. 12, 18.

REC/PAUSEpp. 12, 18.

POWER Lampp. 18.

MENUpp. 16, 17.

A/V OutputConnectorpp. 39, 81.PHONEp. 32.

TripodReceptacle

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VCR DC OutputConnectorp. 15.

CHARGE Lampp. 14.

POWER Lamppp. 14, 15.

AC Power Cordpp. 14, 15.

This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. An AC plug adaptormay be required for voltages otherthan 120V AC. Please contact eithera local or foreign electrical partsdistributor for assistance in selectingan alternate AC plug.We recommend using the accessorypower plug adaptor (VJSS0070) inan area which has special ACoutlets.

COUNTER/TCpp. 9, 113.

RESETpp. 9, 45.

REWIND/SEARCHpp. 9, 34.

MENUpp. 9, 16, 17, 45.

VIDEO RECpp. 9, 47.

POWER ZOOMpp. 9, 21.SPKR VOL +/–pp. 9, 33.

REC/PAUSEpp. 9, 18.

PHOTOSHOTpp. 9, 20.

DATE/TIMEpp. 9, 112.

DISPLAY ON TVpp. 9, 39.

FAST FORWARD/SEARCHpp. 9, 34.

REVERSE INDEXSEARCHpp. 9, 36, 37.

REVERSE SLOW/F. ADVpp. 9, 35, 36.

STOPpp. 9, 32, 47.SETpp. 9, 16, 17. PAUSE

pp. 9, 36, 47.SELpp. 9, 16, 17.

FORWARD SLOW/F. ADVpp. 9, 35, 36.

FORWARD INDEXSEARCHpp. 9, 36, 37.

PLAYpp. 9, 32, 47. A.DUB

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IndexAAC Adaptor ... 6, 14, 15, 92Accessories (Optional) . 92Accessories (Supplied) ... 6A/V Cable ........... 6, 39, 81Audio Adaptor ........... 6, 81Audio Dubbing ........ 44, 45Audio/Video Fade In/Out...................................... 25BBacklight ....................... 23Battery Pack . 6, 11, 14, 92Battery Remaining Indication .................. 112Battery Warning ............ 99Before Requesting Service................................ 97, 98Blank Search ................ 33Built-in Light .................... 9CCard PhotoShot ............ 48CD-ROM ................... 6, 56CINEMA Mode .............. 23Cleaning Care for Video Heads ............... 97Clock Battery ................ 99Clock Set ...................... 16Concerning the Memory Card ............................ 94Connecting Earphone ... 32Copying from DigitalEquipment ..................... 47Copying your Tapes ...... 46DDate and Time Indication.................................... 112DC Power Cable . 6, 15, 92Delete All Image Pages ... 52Delete Specific Images.... 51DEW Indication ............. 99Digital E.I.S. .................. 42Digital Functions ........... 43Digital PhotoShot™ Mode...................................... 20Digital Video Cassette Tape........................................ 7Digital Zoom............ 40, 41DV Interface Cable (i.LINK).......................... 47, 72, 92DPOF Setting ................ 54EEasy Cassette Eject ....... 7Erase Protection Tab ....... 7EVF/LCD Monitor Indications............................ 112~115

FFast Forward/Rewind Check .. 34Focus ............................ 29Format the Memory Card .... 53Frame by Frame Advance ... 36HHand Strap ...................... 8High Speed Shutter ...... 30IImportant Safeguards ..... 3Index of Controls . 116~118Index Search ........... 36, 37Iris ................................. 31JJog Search .................... 37LLCD/EVF Setting .......... 19Lens Cap .............. 6, 8, 18Lens Cap Strap ........... 6, 8Limited Warranty ......... 102MMagicPix™ Images ....... 41MagicVu™ IR Filter (0 Lux) (PV-DV402 only) ......... 25Memory Counter ......... 113Memory Stop Editing .... 45MENU OSD ......... 108~111Memory Card ...... 6, 13, 92OOn-Screen Display (OSD).............................. 99, 100

PPalmcorder File Converter................................ 78, 79

Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive ..... 75~77Photo Title ..................... 27PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System................................ 58~71

Picture in Picture (PinP)...................................... 26

Playback Still Images ... 50Playback using the LCD Monitor ........................ 32Precautions ..................... 4Program AE .................. 24Progressive PhotoShot™ Mode ........................... 20QQuick Guide ...... 11, 12, 13

RRapid Visual Search ..... 34Recording Check .......... 22Recording images From a Tape ......................... 49Recording Still Pictures ... 22Remote Control................ 6, 9, 10, 92, 118Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders ................ 10Repeat Playback ........... 33Replacing the Bulb ....... 94Request for Service Notice . 101SSafety Precautions .......... 2Self Recording .............. 22Servicenter List ........... 103Shoulder Strap ............ 6, 8Simple Recording ... 18, 19Slow Motion Playback .. 35Spanish Quick Use Guide............................ 104~107Specifications ............... 96STILL Picture ................ 34Strobe Multi Mode ......... 38Supplying Power ..... 14, 15TTable of Contents ............ 5Tape Remaining Indications.................................... 112Tape Speed ..................... 7Tape Warning ................ 99Transferring Your Images (Macintosh) ........... 90, 91Transferring Your Images (Windows) ....... 55, 56, 57Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) (Windows) .. 72~74UUSB Cable .... 6, 58, 75, 81Using the Palmcorder Menu ... 17VVariable Speed Search . 35VHF Connecting Cable ....... 46Volume Display ..... 33, 112WWarning Indications ...... 89Web Camera ........... 80~88White Balance .............. 28WIND-CUT .................... 31ZZoom In/Out .................. 21Zoom Microphone ......... 21


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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of AmericaOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”),Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina,Puerto Rico 00985

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