Panasonic PVGS70D PVGS70D User Guide
Panasonic PVGS70D - DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCOR Manual
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... Camcorder Operating Instructions Model No. PV-GS70 Mini Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. ...: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 ... -
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...of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No. PV-GS70 Safety Precautions WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT ...OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO ... -
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... for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS70 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: ... -
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.... 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near ... ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any .... 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has... -
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.... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Palmcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Palmcorder from the power supply before cleaning. ≥DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN ... -
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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, SD Viewer and DV STUDIO) You ("Licensee") are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement ("Agreement") on ... -
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... WHICH CONSTITUTES YOUR AGREEMENT AS END USER FOR THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN THAT PACKAGE. BY INSTALLING THIS SOFTWARE,...been tested and the documentation has been reviewed. However, THE LICENSOR MAKES NO WARRANTY... rights as are granted to all other end users pursuant to the terms and conditions herein... -
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...27 LP Mode...27 Audio Recording Mode ...27 CAMERA Mode Recording...28 Quick Start ...29 ... ...36 Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) ...36 Manual Focus Adjustment ...37 Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance)...37 Adjusting White Balance Manually...38 Using the Built-in Flash ...39 Digital Effect ... -
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... ...67 Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing) ...68 Using the Software with a Computer ...69 Using USB Driver...69 Installing USB Driver...70 Connecting Computer and Palmcorder...71 Using as a Web Camera...72 Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E... -
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...AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (l 18) ≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder. PV-DAC13 CAUTION: This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. ... for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug. We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor (VJSS0070) in an area which has special AC outlets.... -
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... 8) 7) Shoulder Strap (l 20) 8) SD Memory Card (l 79) 9) CD-ROM: USB Driver (l 69) DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE ...sake of example, other languages are supported as well. ≥In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Terminal is referred to as Palmcorder. ≥These instructions do not cover ... -
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...Start recording. (l 28) ≥Turn the Palmcorder on. (l 20) ≥Rotate the Switch 3 to [ON]. (The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up.) ≥Press the 4 Button. (Recording starts.) ≥Press the 4 Button again to pause the recording. 4 5, 6 CAMERA VCR CARD PB F ON MODE OF 3 To View the Playback Picture 5... -
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...Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] (l 21) Accessory Shoe Card Access Lamp [ACCESS]...Cover Open Lever [OPEN1] (l 52) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l 43, 44) Reverse Search ...) Still Button [;] (l 45, 57, 61) Camera Still Button [STILL] (l 30) 15)... (l 19) Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 28, 35, 37) 29... -
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30) S-VIDEO IN/OUT DV 31) 32) 33) 34) CAMERA VCR CARD PB F ON MODE OF 35) 36).../EJECT] (l 20) 31) DV Input/Output Terminal [DV] (l 68) ≥Connect this to the digital video equipment. 32) S-Video Input/Output Jack [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] (l 50) 33) Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD PB] (l... -
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...buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the Palmcorder. 20) Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] (l 44) 21) Play Button [1] (l 43, 57) 22) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l 43, 44) 23) Pause Button [;] (l 45, 57) 24) Stop Button [∫] (l 43, 57) 25) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 30, ... -
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...convenience. This controller allows the camera to be used more conveniently by a left-handed user. ≥When using the MagicWire... batteries according to manufacturer's instructions. Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not..., call your doctor... Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use... -
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ª Using the Remote Controller 1 Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor on the Palmcorder and press the desired button. ≥Distance from the Palmcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters) ≥Angle: Within approximately 10o in the upward, and 15o in the downward and ... -
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... set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch on the Palmcorder to [OFF] and make sure that [CAMERA/VCR/CARD PB] Lamps are not lit. ≥Battery cannot be ... Operation Mode Lamp is not lit. ≥When the Palmcorder is used for a long period of time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction. ≥If the [... -
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Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap 1 ª Attach the Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. 1 Pass the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the hole in the Easy-Grip Strap Attachment part and the Lens Cap through the Lens Cap Cord. ≥The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the Easy-Grip ... -
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...How to Turn on the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON] while pressing the 1 Button. ≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. CAMERA VCR CARD PB ... [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch. 3 1 1, 2 ≥With each rotation, the Mode switches in the order of Camera Mode, VCR Mode, and Card Playback Mode. ≥The appropriate... -
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...R COLO T NIGH VIEW STIL L T SOF SKIN F SEL R TIME E TEL RO MAC 4 90x ª Adjusting Brightness and Color Level When [LCD/EVF SET] on ... BRIGHTNESS] Adjust the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder. F SEL R TIME E TEL RO MAC LCD/EVF SET 1 Press the [PUSH] Dial and select the item you want ... -
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... Mode selected by using the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch 1 is displayed. ≥When the [CAMERA] Lamp is on, the Camera Function Menu is displayed. 2 ≥When the [VCR] Lamp is on, ... the [CARD PB] Lamp is on, the Card Function Menu is displayed. 4 2 3 4 2 CAMERA VCR CARD PB F ON MODE OF 2 Rotate the [PUSH] ... -
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... EIS OFF D.ZOOM OFF 25k CINEMA OFF WEB CAMERA OFF RETURN PUSH MENU TO ---- YES EXIT 1) 2) ...) Cinema-like Format Recording [CINEMA] (l 33) Web Camera Mode [WEB CAMERA] (l 72) Returning to the Main-Menu [RETURN]...) 18) 19) MULTI-PICTURES SCAN MODE STROBE MANUAL SPEED FAST NORMAL SLOW SWING OFF ON P-... -
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[DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu 28) 29) 30) 31) 32) 33) 34) DISPLAY SETUP DATE/TIME OFF D/T DATE C.DISPLAY COUNTER MEMORY TIMECODE C.RESET ---YES DISPLAY ALL PARTIAL OFF LCD AI ON OFF LCD MODE NORMAL BRIGHT LCD/EVF SET ---YES RETURN PUSH ---- YES MENU TO EXIT 35) 36) 37) 38) 39) 40) 41) 28) Date and ... -
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...supplied. ≥When recording involves the use of the S-Video or AV Input Jack. ≥When pictures with no camera data are recorded using the DV Terminal. ≥When ...Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu. [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu ... -
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Card Playback Mode Main-Menu [CARD FUNCTIONS] DELETE CARD FILE [DELETE CARD FILE] Sub-Menu 1) Selecting and deleting a File [DELETE FILE BY SELECTION] (l 65) 2) Deleting All Files [DELETE ALL FILES] (l 65) 3) Selecting and Deleting a Title [DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION] (l 65) 1) 2) 3) 1.DELETE ... -
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Setting Date and Time CLOCK SET YEAR :2003 MONTH :OCT DAY :20 HOUR : 8PM MINUTE:46 1 Press the [MENU] Button and rotate the [PUSH] Dial to select [OTHER FUNCTIONS1] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. Or set [VCR FUNCTIONS] or [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. 2 Rotate and press ... -
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CAMERA Mode TAPE CARD AUTO MANUAL FOCUS 2 CARD MODE Recording 1 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON]. ≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up... [SEARCHj] Button 6 or [SEARCHi] Button 7 in the Recording Pause Mode. The Camera Search Function is useful for finding the starting point of a ... -
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ª To add Sound while Recording 1 REC With the supplied MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic connected to the [REMOTE] Jack, you can add a narration while recording is in progress. While the [TALK] Button 2 is pressed, the [ ] Indication is displayed and the sound is recorded from [MIC] 1.... -
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... other notes, see page 86. 1 SELF TIMER PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette With this function, you can record still pictures with sound ... resolution than with the normal PhotoShot Function. ≥After setting [PROGRESSIVE] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-menu to [ON] or [AUTO], press the [PHOTO SHOT] ... -
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... To Use the Zoom Microphone Function Along with the zooming operation, the microphone's directional angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds. ≥Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON]. (The [Z.MIC] Indication is displayed. 1) ≥The Zoom Microphone Function ... -
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... Function, you can select a magnification of 25k or 700k. 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [25t] or [700t]. ≥25k: Digital ... 25tW D.ZOOM T Canceling the Digital Zoom Function Set [D.ZOOM] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-menu to [OFF]. ≥As the magnification of digital zoom ... -
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...shaky, you can use this function to correct for camera shake in these images. ≥If the Palmcorder ...may not be able to stabilize images being recorded. 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [EIS]...recording. Canceling Digital Electronic Image Stabilizer Set [EIS] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu... -
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MagicPix Function This function allows you to record color images brightly in a dark place without using a light. 1 Press the [MAGICPIX] Button until the [MAGICPIX] Indication 1 appears. 0 Lux MagicPix Function Using the LCD Monitor light, a dark scene of almost 0 lux can be recorded. 1, 2 1 ... -
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...makes as it hits the microphone during recording. 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [WIND CUT]...Cancel the Wind Noise Reduction Function Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [WIND CUT... the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. 2 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [PROG.AE... -
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... IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG PUSH 1 AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Useful for recording fast-moving subjects. 1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears. 2 Press the [PUSH]...too dark. 1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears. 2 Press the [PUSH]... -
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...function well. 1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears. 2 Set the Mode.../MF/VOL/JOG PUSH 1 AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Recording in Natural Colors (White... [|] 5 The White Balance setting that was previously set manually [1] To Resume Automatic Adjustment Rotate the [PUSH... -
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Adjusting White Balance Manually 1 AUTO MANUAL FOCUS When the Auto White Balance Adjustment ... under the existing light conditions, use the Manual White Balance Adjustment mode. 1 Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication 1 appears. 2 Press the [PUSH] Dial. ≥The [AWB] ... -
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...twice to detect the surrounding luminosity and to light properly. 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [FLASH] >> [ON] or [AUTO]. ≥If [AUTO]... when recording. Adjusting Brightness of the Flash 4 PHOTO SHOT 4 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [RECORDING SETUP] >> [FLASH LEVEL] >> a desired ... -
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... UP] Gain up Mode ≥Brightens images electronically. ≥Adjust focus manually when using this Mode. (l 37) [TRAIL] Trailing Effect Mode ≥Records images ...10) NEGA 11) SEPIA Selecting a desired digital effect Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] or [EFFECT2] >> a desired digital... -
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... IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG MENU PUSH ª Picture-in-Picture Mode You can display a sub-screen (still picture) inside the screen. After setting [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] >> [P-IN-P]... 1 Select [P-IN-P] on the [MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu and set the position (1234) where you want to ... -
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...Mode 2: You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures. After setting [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT1] >> [MULTI]... 1 Set [MULTI-PICTURES] >> [SCAN MODE] >> [STROBE] or [MANUAL]. PHOTO SHOT 4 4 3 1 MULTI/ P-IN-P When [STROBE] is selected: ≥Set... -
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... Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Palmcorder in the VCR Mode. ≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up. 1 2 Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape. 1 CAMERA VCR CARD PB F ON MODE OF ≥Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback. ≥When the tape reaches the beginning, rewinding ... -
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...Button is held continuously, it remains as Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it. ª Hyper... during rewinding of the tape, Cue Playback or Review Playback continues for as long as the Button is held... Playback Press the [1] Button. ≥During Cue or Review Playback, fast-moving images may... -
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... Playback Mode for more than 12 minutes, the Palmcorder switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear. 1 WB/SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/... Mode for more than 5 minutes, the Palmcorder switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear. 45 -
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Finding the End of a Recording 1 WB/SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG MENU PUSH (Blank Search Function) The Blank Search Function helps you to locate the end of a recording on the Cassette quickly. 1 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] >> [BLANK SEARCH] >> [YES]. ≥The [BLANK] Indication 1 appears.... -
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... after inserting a Cassette. However, if the Palmcorder is switched from the VCR Mode to Camera Mode, or if the date and time is set before the start of... not recorded. ≥If [SCENE INDEX] of [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [2HOUR], an index signal is recorded ... -
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Playback Digital Effect Functions START/ STOP OSD DATE/ TIME PHOTO SHOT During playback, special Digital Effects can be added to the Recording. The digital effects that may be applied in the process of recording (except Picture in Picture Mode) will be the same as these added effects. COUNTER ... -
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... Set [MULTI-PICTURES] >> [SCAN MODE] >> [STROBE] or [MANUAL] or [PHOTO] or [SCENE], whichever mode you ... from the point at which the Button is pressed. ≥If [MANUAL] is selected: press the [MULTI] Button at each ... captured, press the [MULTI] Button. ≥If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the [MULTI]... -
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... and TV. 1 Connect the [A/V IN/OUT] Jack of the Palmcorder to the Video and Audio Input Jacks of the TV. ... with the TV. If the TV has an S-Video Jack, connect an S-Video Cable (not supplied)...plug it in as far as it goes. 2 1 AV IN/OUT PHONES S-VIDEO IN/OUT Making the Indications Appear on the TV ... -
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... or narration to the recorded Cassette. ≥If you perform audio dubbing onto a tape that was recorded with [AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu set to [16bit], the original sound is erased. (If you want to preserve the original sound, use the [12bit] Mode... -
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Special Features Using a Memory Card An SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard can be used to record files or play back files. ≥Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only. ª Inserting a Memory Card Before inserting a Memory Card, be sure to ... -
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.../SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG MENU 3, 3 PUSH Recording from the Palmcorder Lens (CAMERA Mode) 1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD...[PICTURE] Indication appears. ≥Remaining Number of Card PhotoShot pictures 1. 3 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD SETUP] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> [1280t960] or ... -
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.../JOG MENU Recording from other equipment (CAMERA Mode) 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] or [VCR FUNCTIONS] ... quality of Card PhotoShot images 1, 1 PUSH 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] or [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD SETUP] ...CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD]. 2 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD SETUP] >> [BURST MODE]... -
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ª Automatically copying still pictures recorded on a cassette (VCR Mode) 2 WB/SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG MENU PUSH The Palmcorder copies images automatically, referring to Photo Index signals. After setting the Palmcorder to the VCR Mode (l 43)... 1 Set the Palmcorder to Still Playback Mode just ... -
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... Card (8 MB) [SUPERFINE]: approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds [FINE]: approximately 2 minutes [NORMAL]: approximately 6 minutes ≥The video resolution of the camera is reduced when making an MPEG4 recording. This is done in order to optimize the image... -
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.... ≥The [CARD PB] Lamp lights up. ≥The file that was recorded last on the Card is displayed. 2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to CAMERA VCR CARD PB F ON MODE OF [CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE], [MPEG4] or [VOICE] Indication appears. 3 Start Playback. 1 ª Playing back Still Pictures... -
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ª Playing back Voice recordings 1: Playing back 5: (Stop Mode) To the beginning of the next file (Playback Mode) To the beginning of the next file and start playback (Pause Mode) To the beginning of the next file and turns to Stop Mode 6: (Stop Mode) To the beginning of the previous playback file ... -
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ª To Select a Desired File and Play it Back 1, 2 4, 5, 1, 2 WB/SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG MENU PUSH TAPE CARD CARD MODE After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode (l 57)... 1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD]. 2 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] ... -
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Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette TAPE CARD 3 PHOTO SHOT 1 CARD MODE After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode (l 57)... To Copy One Picture 1 Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [TAPE]. 2 Display a desired picture on a Memory Card. ≥Please refer to "To... -
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Slide Show 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 1, 2, 3 WB/SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG MENU PUSH The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show. You can set up a Slide Show or change the content. To Select Pictures to Play Back in Slide Show 1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [... -
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Creating a Title TAPE CARD 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 WB/SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG MENU PUSH 1 CARD MODE You can create a title and record on a Memory Card. 1 Camera Mode: Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears. Set the Lens to the image you want to use ... -
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...6 You can select one of your original titles and display it. (It can be displayed in Camera Mode, VCR Mode, and Card Playback Mode.) 1 Press the [TITLE...TITLE 5 Using the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector, select the recording target. Camera Mode: TAPE or CARD VCR Mode: CARD Card Playback Mode: TAPE ... -
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... Palmcorder. ≥The same setting can be performed using the short-cut menu (l 26). 640 640 640 PUSH MENU TO EXIT 2 About the write protection switch of the SD Memory Card ≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is set to the [LOCK] side, you cannot write to ... -
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Deleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card 1, 2, 4 1, 2 MENU PUSH WB/SHUTTER IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG PHOTO SHOT 3 Using the Palmcorder, you can delete the still picture files and titles recorded on a Memory Card. After the file is deleted, it cannot be restored. At first, slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD ... -
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... for Digital Print Order Format, and since printing data can be added to images on the Memory Card, the Memory Card can be used with any printers that support DPOF. After setting the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode (l 57)... 1 Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [DPOF SETTING] >> [YES]. 2 ... -
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...not supplied) 2 A/V Cable (supplied) S-VIDEO IN/OUT Copying an S-VHS or VHS Cassette to your DV Cassette After connecting the Palmcorder and the S-Video, Video, Audio Output ... P.B.DIGITAL 6 Press the Stop Button to stop playback. 1 S-Video Cable (not supplied) 2 A/V Cable (supplied) ...... -
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... and using a 4-pin to 4-pin DV Interface cable PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (optional)...Conversion When the Palmcorder is connected with other digital video equipment through its DV Terminal, the analog format ...equipment can be output to the digital video equipment through the DV Terminal. ≥To DV-output analog ... -
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... from the memory card into the computer. (Please refer to page 70 to install the driver of the USB Driver.) ≥DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (l 74): ... ("D" applies when the CD-ROM drive is drive D.) Using USB Driver ª Operating environment ≥Despite having the operating environment ... -
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... Windows] Dialogue appears. ≥Reboot the computer to finish installing USB driver. ≥Installation continues after the computer reboots if ... installation depending on the environment of the personal computer. Install the USB Driver as instructed below. Otherwise, it won't be installed correctly. ... -
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Connecting Computer and Palmcorder 1, 3 2) 4) Install USB Driver before connecting. Never connect ...all devices which are to be connected. 1 Install the supplied USB Driver. 2 Insert memory card into... supply of the Palmcorder. ≥After the USB Driver is installed and USB Connection Cable is connected... -
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...the Palmcorder to Personal Computer (For Using as a Web Camera) 1 Install the USB Driver. (l 70) 2 Set the Palmcorder to Camera Mode. 3 Connect the Palmcorder to Personal Computer with auxiliary USB ..."conf" and clicking [OK]. Palmcorder USB Connection Cable USB terminal Personal computer (... -
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... NetMeeting for understanding its operation. ≥During set up, if [Primary video capture device] selection screen is displayed, [Panasonic DVC Web Camera] is selected. ≥Send the sound by using the microphone attached to the Personal Computer. ... -
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... and start-up. Please read the PDF-based instructions for how to use the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE. ≥To view the installed ... supplied CD-ROM. ≥Before using for the first time, select [Readme] from [Start] >> [All programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV STUDIO3], and read any supplementary details or ... -
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ª To start DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE 1 Set the Palmcorder to VCR Mode or Camera Mode. 2 2 Connect the ... a tape, set the Palmcorder to VCR Mode and insert the tape. 3 Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3]>> [DV Studio3]. 1 ≥If a shortcut icon has been created on ... -
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... panoramic picture. 2 PhotoBase 4.0 (Windows), PhotoBase 2.0 (Mac) ≥Create albums of image, video, audio, and other electronic files for easy viewing, retrieval, ...) Free hard disk space: At least 300 MB ≥This instruction manual describes only the procedures for installation, connection ... -
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...appears. 4 Double click the software to be installed from [ArcSoft]. 5 5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen until the installation is complete. ª To ...1-510-440-1270 Web Site: www.arcsoft.com E-mail: support@arcsoft.com Refer to Help information about application operations and other ... -
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...(When the Palmcorder is in VCR mode or Camera Mode:) [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver (COM 4)] (The numeral after "COM" will... the operating environment of your personal computer.) (When the Palmcorder is in Card Playback Mode:) [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] or [Panasonic DV DISK Port Driver] Windows... -
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... below, uninstall the USB Driver, and re-install it. 1 Set the Palmcorder to VCR Mode or Camera ... connect it to the personal computer, and delete [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver (COM X)] (or [Panasonic Serial ... Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode and delete [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] (or [Panasonic DVC ... -
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... of the card files Data files recorded on an "SD Memory Card" or a "MultiMediaCard" by this Palmcorder conform with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).... -
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... Recording (l 28) ≥PAUSE: Recording Paused (l 28) ≥!: Playback/Camera Search in forward direction (l 28, 43) ≥": Camera Search in reverse direction (l 28) ≥;: Still Playback (l 45) ≥%: Fast-forward/Cue Playback (l 44) ≥&: Rewind/Review Playback (l 43, 44) Slow Playback in forward ... -
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... (l 28) ≥MNL: This appears when Mode Selector Switch is set to [MANUAL]. (l 35, 36, 37) Electronic Image Stabilizer [EIS] (l 33) Audio Dubbing Input ... Snow Mode (l 35) 15) White Balance Mode ≥1: Last manually adjusted White Balance setting (l 37) ≥|: Fluorescent light... -
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... ≥SLIDE;: Slide Show Playback Pause (l 61) ≥M.SLIDE!: Manual Slide Show Playback (l 61) ≥M.SLIDE;: Manual Slide Show Playback Pause (l 61) 24) Card File Indications 2 (CARD PB Mode)... (l 61, 66) 25) Card File Indications 3 (Camera Mode) ≥MPEG4 Picture Quality [ N , F , SF ] ≥... -
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... You can change the Menu settings back to the shipping condition. 1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> Warning/Alarm Indications If any one of the ... this Indication appears. Pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button with [PICTURE] in Camera Mode. Pressing the PhotoShot Button with [MPEG4] or [VOICE] in... -
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... supply and request service. CONNECT USB CABLE: The [WEB CAMERA] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu .... You are pressing the [TITLE] Button in Camera Mode or VCR Mode with a USB Cable connected. You are attempting to record on a Card with a USB Cable connected. CANCEL WEB CAMERA MODE: It is not possible ... -
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...Camera Search (l 28) ≥In Camera Search Mode, images may contain mosaic-like noise patterns. This is a phenomenon that is characteristic of digital video and not a malfunction. ≥If the recording... SOUND] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [ON], the beep... -
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... focus cannot be achieved, adjust the focus manually. In the following cases, the Tele-Macro Function... UP], you can disable the Image Stabilizer function. In this Case, the [EIS] Indication flashes...-like manner. ≥Focusing must be adjusted manually. ≥Use this function only in situations where there... -
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...set [EFFECT1] of [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu to [GAIN UP]...able to achieve correct White Balance adjustment manually under weak illumination. ª Using the Built-... in a dark place. In this case, adjust the focus manually. ≥The Palmcorder, even when its Flash has been ... -
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... and Mix Functions cannot be used. ≥Use the Camera Search Function. ≥Press the [STILL] Button. ... picture. Multi-Picture Mode (l 42) ≥When [PROGRESSIVE] on the [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu is [ON], Multi-Picture Mode..., or if you switch from VCR Mode to Camera Mode, Playback Zoom Mode is automatically ... -
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.... ≥If there is input from the DV Terminal, a multi screen cannot be created. ≥When signals are input from S-Video Input/Output Jack or Audio-Video Input/Output Jack, a multi screen cannot be re-displayed. ≥Signals input from S-Video Input/Output Jack or Audio-Video Input/Output... -
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...as [R:99h59m]. Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) (l 56) ≥The file format supported by this Palmcorder is ASF. (Not all the ASF formatted files will be ...the color of the screen changes or blurs, adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/60 or 1/100. ≥The picture size of the moving picture (MPEG4) is... -
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... or Voice data will not be output from DV Terminal. ≥MPEG4 data cannot perform Cue/Review Playback, Slow Motion Playback (forward direction and .... If this happens, press the [RESET] Button. ≥When performing Cue or Review Playback of voice data, the Playback elapsed time may not ... -
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... displayed in VCR Mode, the title is not output from the DV Terminal or Digital Still Picture Terminal.... to format it. ª Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing) (l 68) ≥Regardless of the setting,...been used, these effects are not output from the DV Terminal. ≥Even if you use ... -
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≥If the Palmcorder is affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Palmcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Thereafter, turn on the Palmcorder power. Do not use your Palmcorder near radio ... -
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...Damaged tape ≥Long operating hours Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner (AY-DVMCLA) ≥Do ... with the head cleaner, the Palmcorder needs to be cleaned at a service center. Please consult a distributor or Panasonic Servicenter. ≥Video head cleaners can be purchased from service centers.... -
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... and, if you touch the Battery in this condition, you may be badly burned. ≥Store the Battery in a completely discharged state. To store the Battery ...be sure to remove the Card from the Palmcorder. ≥After use, store the supplied SD Memory Card in the enclosed bag. ≥Do not touch the terminals on... -
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... output from the AV signal output jack is analog (the same as conventional video systems), this Palmcorder can be connected with S-VHS or VHS VCR or a... sound data, the cassette is not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog recording system. The size and shape... -
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... the beginning of a tape, accurate editing may not be possible. To ensure that the Time Code will be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the use of the Camera Search Function (l 28) or the Blank Search Function (l 46) before recording a new scene. 2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the position ... -
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... safety DC 7.9/7.2 V Recording 6.0 W Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format) 6.35 mm digital video tape SP: 80...(No copyright protection support) USB 2.0 compliant (max. 12 Mbps) DV Input/Output Terminal... Input Level: S-Video Input Level: Audio Input Level (Line): Mic Input: SD Memory... -
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Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory# PV-DAC13 Figure Description AC Adaptor with AC Cable ... (compatible with MultiMediaCard) SD PCMCIA Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard) *CGA-DU14 *CGA-DU21 PV-DDC9 (...) BN-SDABPU/1B (For Canada) PV-PD2100 (USA only) Digital Video Printer *Please refer ... -
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...Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES Last Phone#: Day ( ) TO OBTAIN ...FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-...SAT, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 ... -
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Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) If you are experiencing one of the following ...pointed object. If this does not solve the problem, first disconnect the power supply and ...new Cassette. ≥Is the Palmcorder power turned on? ≥Is the [CAMERA] Lamp on? If the [CAMERA] Lamp is not on, no... -
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...function cannot be used. This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction. Have you selected Video Input on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV ... patterns appear on images during Cue, Review or Slow Motion Playback. Although the Palmcorder ... -
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If you are experiencing one of the following problems with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check ...There is a possibility of damage to either the Palmcorder or the Card. Please contact Panasonic Call Centre. Sounds cannot be played back. The recorded picture on... -
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... (USA Only) Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. In the unlikely event this product needs service. Request ... form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Camcorder Repair Please ... -
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... Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 (For USA Customers) PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF... Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Coverage ....panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax ... -
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...-8855 Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your ..., Check) Product Repairs Centralized Factory Servicenter Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road, ... Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. ... -
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... MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, ...5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360 Web: www.panasonic.ca For product repairs, please contact ...Servicentre listed below: Richmond, British Columbia Panasonic Canada Inc. 12111 Riverside Way ... -
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...Mode ...40, 48 Blank Search ...46 Built-in Video Flash ...39 ªM Macro Close-up Function ... & Slide Show ...83 Dubbing ...67, 68 DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE ...74 ªN Negative Mode ... 17 Repeat Playback ...44 Request for Service Notice (USA Only) ...105 Review Playback ...44 ªG G.726 Audio Decoder ...75 Gain ... -
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...-Macro Function ...31 Time Code ...98 Title ...62, 63 Trailing Effect Mode ...40, 48 ªU USB Connection Kit ...69 ªV Variable Speed Search ...44 Video Head Clogging ...95 Viewfinder ...21 Voice Power Save ...92 Voice Recording ...55 ªW Web ... -
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...1 Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rá... el interruptor [OFF/ON/MODE] en [ON]. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ≥La lámpara [CAMERA] se enciende. ≥Comienza la grabación. ≥Una ...Gire el interruptor [OFF/ON/MODE] y ajuste la CAMERA VCR CARD PB F ON MODE OF ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ videocá... -
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...CARD CARD MODE ª Reproducción de la tarjeta tarjeta. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ≥La lámpara [CARD P.B] se enciende. 1 Ajuste la videocámara al modo de reproducción de CAMERA VCR CARD PB F ON MODE OF 2 Ajuste el selector [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] a 1 1 100-0012 [CARD MODE] hasta que aparezca la ... -
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... Electric Corporation of America Executive Office: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201)...90630 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Sales Company ("PSC") Division of Matsushita ...65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, Carolina, PR 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive,...