R R Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Models No. PV-DV201/ PV-DV401 [ PV-DV401 shown ] * Mini 0 3 6 4 A Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. * For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com LSQT0364A 201_401. 1-4.
Things Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Palmcorder information source.
Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Important Safeguards 15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 17.
Table Table of of Contents Contents Started Getting Started Getting Getting Started Things You Should Know .................................................................................................. 2 Important Safeguards ....................................................................................................... 3 Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 4 Before Using .............................
Before Before Using This operating Instructions book is designed for use with models PV-DV201 and PV-DV401. The PV-DV401 is the model used for illustrative purposes. Features may vary, so please read carefully. Differences between models Model Number LCD Monitor Viewfinder MAGICVU/0LUX MIC IN EXTERNAL PV-DV201 PV-DV401 63.5 mm (2.5 inch) Liquid Crystal Display Black and White No No 76.2 mm (3.0 inch) Liquid Crystal Display Color Yes Yes Unpack your Palmcorder 1 pc.
Before Before Using Using 1 Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) 1 2 3 Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. Insert a cassette record tab up, window side facing out. Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to close the Cassette Compartment PUSH TO Cover. • To remove the cassette... CLOSE mark Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover and pull the cassette Cassette Compartment Cover tape straight out.
Before Before Using Attaching the Shoulder Strap 1 2 3 Undo the two strap ends from their buckles. Remove the buckle from one end of the strap. Thread the strap (with no buckle) through the Light Holder so that it faces outward. Then, reinsert the buckle. 5 Thread the strap ends through the Strap Attachment Rings. Reinsert the strap ends through their buckles. • Make sure the straps are not twisted. 2 3 1 Hand Strap Adjust the Length 1 2 4 Loosen the strap from the Buckle and create a loop.
Quick Quick Guide • Charge the Battery. (See page 11.) 1 2 1 4 3 2 Slide the Viewfinder backward to its fully expanded position and then tilt it upward. (For model PV-DV201, tilt Viewfinder upward.) Insert the Battery Pack and slide it down until it locks with a click. Insert Cassette 1 Set POWER Switch to VCR or CAMERA. 2 3 VCR OFF CAMERA M-CARD 4 Press PUSH TO CLOSE mark to close the Cassette Compartment Cover. Slide TAPE EJECT Switch to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.
Quick Quick Guide Before you begin Insert Memory Card* • Charge the Battery. (See page 11.) *Memory Card: MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (See page 64.) • Be sure to insert the Memory Card before using the Card PhotoShot. (See page 32.) Below is a list of memory cards which can be used in this Palmcorder. Memory Card Capacity MultiMediaCard (LSFT0198A) (supplied) 8 MB MultiMediaCard (SanDisk brand) 8 MB, 16 MB SD Memory Card (optional) (See page 64.
Supplying Supplying Power Power 1 2 POWER Lamp 3 CHARGE Lamp Connect and plug in the Power Cord as shown. • POWER Lamp will light. • Remove the DC Cable, if attached, from the adaptor. Attach the Battery as shown to charge. • CHARGE Lamp lights up. It goes out when charging is complete (approx. 1 hour). Expect approx. 1 hour 30 minutes of operation (EVF usage) when fully charged. Remove the Battery. Slide the Battery out and then lift up.
Supplying Power Battery Care Caution: To avoid damage to the Battery: • Charge only with specified charger. • Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of 32° F (0° C) and 104° F (40° C). • The Battery may be warm after charging or just after use. This is normal. • Do not use an insufficiently charged or worn out Battery. • If charging is done in extreme low or high temperatures, Battery charge time increases. • Do not drop or jar the Battery. • Use the Battery with specified models only.
Setting the Clock The date and time is calculated, including leap year, up to DEC 31 2089. 2, 3, 4JOG KEY 1MENU Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12). • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. 1 Press MENU to display the Camera or VCR mode menu screen. (See page 14.) [ CAMERA MENU ] [ VCR MENU ] Button 2 EXAMPLE: YEAR : 2001 PUSH MONTH 3 : JAN PUSH MONTH Push Rotate : FEB Note • To make corrections, Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move back to an item and correct.
Using the Palmcorder Palmcorder Menu Menu The Palmcorder features two menu displays: one for CAMERA mode (recording) and the other for VCR mode (Playback). (See pages 15~18.) • While the Menu screen is displayed, you cannot record on or play a tape. • While recording, the Menu screen cannot be displayed. • During playback, the Menu screen can be displayed. Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.
MENU MENU OSD OSD 1 1 2 3 2 4 3 5 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 7 10 8 9 10 DIGITAL FUNCTION (See page 44.) To select one of the 10 digital functions. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function. PROG. AE (See page 43.) To select one of the 5 Program AE modes. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected Program AE mode. W.BALANCE (See page 42.) To select one of the 3 White Balance modes. H. S. S. (High Speed Shutter) (See page 48.) To select a desired shutter speed.
MENU OSD 11 11 12 13 12 14 15 16 17 18 13 14 19 15 20 16 17 18 19 20 16 201_401.14-16.p65 REMOTE (See page 26.) 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. BEEP Set to ON to hear beep when starting and stopping camera recording or when unusual conditions occur. To cancel the beep, set to OFF.
MENU OSD 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 7 6 7 DIGITAL FUNCTION (See page 44.) To select one of the 6 digital functions. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function. D. EFFECT (See page 44.) To select one of the 2 digital picture effects for playback. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital effect. REC-SPEED (See page 6.) SP: Normal recording speed mode. LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as long as in the SP mode.
MENU OSD 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 12 11 13 12 13 SPEED (See page 46.) In Strobe Multi mode, used to select the interval at which a succession of still screens are captured from the playback picture. FAST : Every 0.3 seconds NORM : Every 0.6 seconds SLOW : Every 1.0 seconds DISPLAY (See page 19.) To select the desired type of display and counter indication displayed on the LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder. C.RESET (See page 19.) Setting to ON resets the counter to zero. DATE/TIME (See page 19.
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications e f a b c d a Battery Remaining f FULL Linear Time Counter Memory Counter EMPTY b Display ON/OFF and Counter/Time Code The indication switches as shown below when the desired “DISPLAY” mode is selected from the menu. (See pages 16, 18.) • When OFF is selected, all displays are turned off.
Electronic Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Monitor Indications Indications k i l m n o p q r s g h j g Volume Display (See page 27.) The volume bar appears when the volume of the built-in speaker is being adjusted. h Date and Time Indication (See pages 16, 18.) l As shown below, the date and time indication changes each time DATE/TIME is selected from the Palmcorder’s MENU (see pages 16, 18) or the DATE/TIME Button is pressed on the remote (optional).
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications Indications Condition If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode without a cassette inserted, “ ” will flash and “TAPE NOT INSERTED” will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will not start. If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode with the cassette sliding record tab opened, “ ” will flash and “CHECK REC TAB” will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will not start.
Camera Recording Simple Recording Before you begin Remove the lens cap and clip it to the hand strap. • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Insert a cassette with record tab closed. (See page 6.) 1 Set POWER to CAMERA. • The POWER Lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position.
Camera Recording Using the LCD Monitor The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor can be used while recording. 1LCD-OPEN Button Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Insert a cassette with record tab closed. (See page 6.) 1 2 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor. 90° 90° To adjust the LCD BRIGHTNESS or COLOR A Press MENU to display the main menu screen. B Rotate JOG KEY to select LCD/EVF SETTING from the main menu screen. (See pages 16, 18.
Camera Recording Recording Check To playback the final few seconds of the last recorded scene in the REC/PAUSE mode. 1EDIT SEARCH 1 Press EDIT SEARCH briefly in the REC/PAUSE mode. The [CHK] indication appears. After checking, the Palmcorder returns to the REC/PAUSE mode. • For Recording Check, the Palmcorder must be in the same mode (SP or LP) as was used for recording, otherwise the playback picture is distorted.
Camera Recording Blank Search You can go directly to a blank portion of tape and start recording exactly where you left off. 3, 4, 5JOG KEY 1 2 3 Set the POWER to VCR. • The POWER Lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position. Button 4 5 1POWER Switch Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAY MODE , then press JOG KEY to display the VCR PLAY MODE menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select B.SEARCH in the VCR PLAY MODE menu. (See page 17.) Press JOG KEY to select ON.
Remote Control (Optional) Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders You can control any two Panasonic Palmcorders with one Remote control (Optional, page 64). In order for the remote to distinguish between the two units, it is necessary to set one of the Palmcorders to VCR 2. On the remote, press VCR 1 or VCR 2 to control the desired Palmcorder. Optional 1 2 3 CAMCORDER CAMERA DISPLAY ONTV DATE / TIME COUNTER / TC A.
Playback your Recordings Playback using the LCD Monitor You can also use the LCD monitor to playback your recording. VOLUME KEY Button Press REWIND/SEARCH to rewind the tape. Press PLAY to start playback. To adjust the volume: 2REWIND SEARCH Button Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor and swing open. 3PLAY Button 180° 90° Built-in Speaker A Hold down VOLUME KEY until the volume setting screen appears. (See page 20). B Rotate VOLUME KEY to adjust the volume of the built-in speaker.
Playback Your Recordings Special Effect Features During Playback Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. PAUSE Button PLAY Button Rapid Visual Search A During playback, hold down FAST FORWARD/SEARCH or REWIND/ B A, B A, B REWIND/ SEARCH Button FAST FORWARD/ SEARCH Button Optional CAMCORDER CAMERA REWIND/ SEARCH Button COUNTER / A.DUB TC W RESET PLAY Button REC / PAUSE T MENU SLOW/ F.ADV Button PHOTO SHOT DATE / TIME - SPKR VOL + DISPLAY ONTV REC REW / PLAY FF / SLOW / F.
Playback Your Your Recordings Special Effect Features During Playback (Continued) Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. PAUSE Button PLAY Button Variable Speed Search 1 2 3 Press PLAY to start playback. Press PLAY again. To return to normal playback: Press PLAY. Playback will continue at normal speed. Note • The Variable Speed Search function offers a choice of six playback speeds (1/5X, 1X, 2X, 5X, 10X, 20X) both in forward and reverse directions.
Playback Your Recordings Special Effect Features During Playback (Continued) Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. 3, 4JOG KEY Index Forward/Reverse Search Optional Remote Control Only (See page 64) Search for a particular scene by using the electronic index marks placed at the beginning of each recording. 1 2MENU Button 2 3 1POWER Switch Optional 4 CAMCORDER CAMERA DISPLAY ONTV DATE / TIME COUNTER / TC A.
Playback Your Recordings View Recording/Playback on your TV 1 [ TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks ] A/V OUT 2 Audio In Video In A/V Cable (Supplied) To Audio In To Video In [ TV with S-VIDEO IN Jacks ] For best Chrominance and Luminance, use the S-Video connection if available on your TV. 3 Turn your TV ON and set it to LINE INPUT or S-VIDEO. Check your TV operating instructions for further information. Start playback or begin a recording.
Card Card Features Features Before you begin Card PhotoShot You can record still images to a Memory Card. Warning • Memory Card will not work when DV interface Cable (i.LINK) is connected. 2JOG KEY 3PHOTOSHOT • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a Memory Card. (See page 10.) 1 Button M-CARD Lock Switch 2MENU Button 1POWER 2 Switch Slide the M-CARD Lock Switch to unlock, then set POWER to M-CARD. • The POWER lamp lights red.
Card Features Recording images From a Tape You can record still images from a cassette tape to a Memory Card. Warning • Memory Card will not work when DV interface Cable (i.LINK) is connected. 4PHOTOSHOT Button JOG KEY MENU Button M-CARD Lock Switch Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a Memory Card. (See page 10.) 1 2 3 4 Set POWER to VCR. • The POWER lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position.
Card Card Features 3, 4JOG KEY 2 MENU Button M-STOP Button 2M-PLAY Button Press M-PLAY to display the Multi playback screen. • “PLEASE WAIT” appears on-screen. • Rotate JOG KEY to scroll through Multi image screen pages (6 images per page) and select an image. • The selected image is underlined in green. “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed. • Press MENU to display CARD SETTING menu screen. • Press M-STOP to return to the Card PhotoShot REC Mode. (See page 32.
Card Card Features Before you begin Delete Specific Images You can delete unwanted images and increase the remaining image memory. Warning: Once deleted, images cannot be restored. DELETE PAGE Delete specific images from a page. DELETE ALL Delete all images. (See page 36.) FORMAT Delete all data. (See page 37.) 4, 5JOG KEY M-CARD Lock Switch • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.
Card Card Features Delete All Image Pages Before you begin You can delete all images from the Memory Card easily with this operation. Warning: Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.) 1 2 2, 3JOG KEY Do steps 1 and 2 on page 35. Press M-DEL to display the DELETE menu. Then, rotate and press JOG KEY to select ALL .
Card Card Features Features Format the Memory Card You can easily format your Memory Card using this operation. Warning: Formatting permanently removes all image data. Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.) 1 2 2, 3JOG KEY Do steps 1 and 2 on page 35. Press M-DEL to display the DELETE menu, then rotate and press JOG KEY to select FORMAT .
Card Card Features Features Before you begin Photo Title You can record PhotoShot images from a Memory Card to a cassette to be used as a WIPE or MIX effect. • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.) Note When Photo Title is set to ON, the selected image and Title will appear before each recording is made. 1 WIPE : The Photo title is replaced with the current scene in a wiping motion.
Special Special Features Features Dual Digital Electronic Image Stabilization System (D.E.I.S.) This feature helps compensate for any unintentional hand or body movement. It can be used in both the Recording and Playback (VCR) modes. EIS NORMAL CAMERA mode 1 Set POWER to CAMERA. • The POWER lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position. 2 Press EIS to stabilize the picture. • Picture flicker may be observed when taping under fluorescent lighting conditions.
Special Features Digital Zoom CAMERA mode 3POWER ZOOM Switch 1, A POWER Switch 3REC/PAUSE Button 2, 4, C, D D. ZOOM Button 1 2 3 BPLAY Button 4 Set POWER to CAMERA. • The POWER lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position. Press D. ZOOM to select D.ZOOM1 or D.ZOOM2. once : D.ZOOM1 (from 20X to 40X) twice : D.ZOOM2 (from 20X to 300X) three times : Turn off D.ZOOM Press REC/PAUSE to start recording and press POWER ZOOM to zoom in or zoom out.
Special Features Digital PhotoShot Use this feature to record a seven second (approx.) still image from the current camera picture. Audio is also recorded for on-thespot narration. Or, you can add narration later with the Audio Dubbing feature to make an interesting slide show, etc. (See page 49.) 1 2 2PHOTOSHOT C, DJOG KEY Button 1, A BMENU POWER Switch Button Set POWER to CAMERA. • The POWER lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position. Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause mode.
Special Features White Balance Auto White Balance automatically maintains optimum color balance in most lighting conditions. However, when using Digital Functions, etc., you may get better results using the manual adjustment. 3, 4JOG KEY 1 2 3 4 2MENU Button 1POWER Switch Recording Still Pictures You can record still pictures of any desired duration together with sound. 1 2 1 MAGICVU allows you to record subjects in comparatively dark places. 2MAGICVU/ 201_401.39-42.
Special Features Program AE The Auto Exposure feature can be used to make quality recordings in a variety of scene situations. Note • When MAGICVU is ON, Program AE and H.S.S. cannot be set in the menu. 3, 4JOG KEY 1 2 3 4 2MENU Button 5 1POWER Switch Set POWER to CAMERA. • The POWER lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to CAMERA position. Press MENU to display the menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select ADJUST, and then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA ADJUST menu screen.
Special Features Other Digital Functions Use the following features to add interest and professionalism to your recordings or playback. Select from eleven special effects. JOG KEY 3, 4, 5 1 2 3 2MENU Button 4 1POWER Switch Types of Digital Functions MIRROR Symmetrical image from the current camera picture. STROBE The recording appears as a sequence of still frames. MOSAIC The picture appears in a mosaic pattern. SLIM The picture is expanded vertically.
Special Features Picture in Picture (PinP) You can display a PinP (still image) screen on the Main Picture. Note • PinP position is fixed at the bottom right of the screen. Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) 1 Main Picture Picture in Picture (PinP still image) 3, 4JOG KEY 2 3 PHOTOSHOT Button 2MENU Button 4 5, 6, 7 CAMERA STILL Button 6 7 Press MENU to display the menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY repeatedly to select D.
Special Features Strobe Multi Mode Before you begin In Strobe Multi Mode, you can select the rate at which a succession of still screens are captured from the playback picture. • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) 1 3, 4JOG KEY 2 3 4 2MENU Button 1POWER Switch Set POWER to VCR. • The POWER lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR position. Press MENU to display the menu screen. Rotate and press JOG KEY to select and set MULTI SETTING .
Special Features Auto Focus The Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus over the entire zoom range. Manual Focus 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 the foreground. • 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.
Special Features High Speed Shutter Before you begin To record high speed motion (e.g. tennis stroke) for improved STILL or SLOW MOTION playback when watching the tape on this Palmcorder. Auto Shutter • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (See pages 11, 12.) • Set POWER Switch to CAMERA. • Insert a cassette with record tab. (See page 6.) In the AUTO mode (no indication in the EVF and LCD monitor), the Palmcorder will automatically adjust the shutter speed (up to 1/350).
Special Special Features Features Audio Dubbing using the External or Built-in Microphone The original sound can be replaced with new sound using the built-in Palmcorder microphone or an external microphone (PV-DV401 only). External Microphone with M3 connector (not supplied) External Microphone Jack (PV-DV401 only) Built-in Microphone Before you begin • Connect the external Microphone (if used) (PV-DV401 only). • Turn on the Palmcorder. • Insert a pre-recorded tape to be dubbed.
Special Special Features Features 4, 5PAUSE 4 Button To listen to the desired audio sound, set the AUDIO setting of the VCR mode MENU (see page 17) as follows: AUDIO:The following selections are available for 12 bit AUDIO dubbed recordings only (sound recorded in SP mode only). ST 1 ST 2 MIX Set this position to listen to the original sound. Set this position to listen to the audio dubbed sound. Set this position to listen to both the original sound and the audio dubbed sound.
Special Special Features Features Before you begin Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette • 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 Switch to VCR.
Special Features Before you begin Copying from Digital Equipment (dubbing) High quality digital-to-digital copying can be accomplished if both Palmcorders incorporate the DV Input/Output (i.LINK) Connector (DV interface cable (i.LINK) is not supplied). • 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.
Transferring Your Images You can transfer images from your Palmcorder tape to your PC (Personal Computer).
Transferring Your Images Notes on PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger and CARD LINK operation • For PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger, do not connect the i.LINK and USB terminals to the Palmcorder at the same time. • Make sure Palmcorder power is not shut off during use, your PC system may become unstable, therefore it is recommended that the AC Adaptor be used as the power source. (Be especially careful when recording in M-CARD or CAMERA mode as the power eventually shuts off automatically if a tape is inserted.
Transferring Your Images Images One Touch Transfer The images stored on the Memory Card can easily be transferred to the PC by pressing the TRANSFER Button. Note • Before using this feature, make sure the CARD LINK (for USB) monitor icon is displayed. • Double clicking the CARD LINK Monitor icon displays a dialog box in which the save location for the collective transfer can be changed. Before you begin • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.) • Turn your PC on.
Transferring Your Images Using Memory Card Image Data (CARD LINK (for USB)) Pictures captured with Palmcorder can be transferred to your PC. (for USB) Before you begin • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (See pages 32, 33.) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 54.) • Turn your PC on. (See page 54.) • Set Palmcorder POWER to M-CARD. (See page 10.) • Repeat steps 1 and 2 to run the CARD LINK (for USB). (See “Running the CARD LINK (for USB)” on page 55.
Transferring Your Images Running the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger Before you begin • Insert a recorded tape. (See page 9.) You can transfer Motion images and Still images from your Palmcorder tape to a PC. 1 2 3 Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. Connect the Palmcorder to your PC using the USB Cable (supplied) or DV interface Cable (i.LINK). (See pages 54, 62.) Click on “Start,” “Programs,” “Panasonic,” “Palmcorder,” then “Movie Messenger.” 4 How to insert the USB Cable or DV Interface Cable (i.
Transferring Your Images Before you begin Using Tape Image Data (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger) (USB) By connecting the Palmcorder and PC with the USB Cable, you can transfer Motion images and Still images saved on the DV Tape directly to your PC. • Insert a recorded tape. (See page 9.) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 54.) • Turn your PC on. (See page 54.) • Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. 1 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger.
Transferring Transferring Your Your Images Images Playing back the saved Motion and Still images (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger) You can playback the saved Motion images and Still images (see page 58) for confirmation. 1 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger. 2 Click [IMAGE BROWSER] to display the Image Browser screen. To view Motion images 3 4 Double click on the desired Motion image to display the playback screen. to start Motion image • Click playback.
Transferring Your Images To select the e-mail Software (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger You can transfer and compress your Before you begin Motion images and Still images as attachments to your e-mail easily. Note The e-mail Software must support MAPI (Messaging Application Programming Interface).
Transferring Your Images Attaching captured Motion and Still images to your e-mail Before you begin • Insert a recorded tape. (See page 9.) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 54.) • Turn your PC on. (See page 54.) • Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. 1 2 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 57 to run the PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger. Click [IMAGE BROWSER] to display the Image Browser screen.
Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) PC Connection with DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) A live image can be transferred directly to your PC (Personal Computer) via a DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (not supplied) using products and software from a number of editing software companies including Digital Origin, Canopus, and Pinnacle. Using Products from these companies allows you to capture and edit live images onto your PC using the DV interface (i.LINK).
Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) Using Tape Image Data (PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger) By connecting the Palmcorder and PC with the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK), you can transfer Motion images and still images saved on the DV Tape directly to your PC. Note • If PHOTOVU LINK/Movie Messenger does not work, please refer to page 62. Before you begin • Insert a recorded Tape. (See page 9.) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (See page 62.) • Turn your PC on. • Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR.
Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory # Figure Description Price PV-DAC11 AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable $120.00 CGR-D08A/1B (Replaces CGRD120A/1B) 800mAH / 1 h 30 min, Battery Pack $69.95 CGR-D16A (Replaces CGRD220A/1B) 1600mAH / 3 h, Battery Pack $99.95 CGP-D28A1B 2800mAH/ 5 h, Battery Pack $129.95 CGR-D53A/1K (Replaces CGRD815A/1B) 5300mAH / 9 h, Battery Pack $229.95 PV-DDC9 DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin) $55.00 PV-DLT9 Color Enhancement Light $39.
Palmcorder Accessory System Concerning the MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card The MultiMediaCard is a compact, lightweight and removable external memory card. A great many fun-filed titles (preset titles) have been recorded on the supplied MultiMediaCard. These preset titles will also be erased when the Card is formatted. The SD Memory Card (optional), which is the same size as the MultiMediaCard, is an external memory card with an even bigger memory capacity.
Palmcorder Palmcorder Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Palmcorder Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling 6.95 Total Enclosed 3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.
Notes Notes On On Operations Operations Cleaning EVF (Electronic Viewfinder) [ PV-DV201 ] [ PV-DV401 ] 1 Slide the Viewfinder backward to its fully expanded position and then tilt it upward. 2 Remove the 2 screws from the EVF Eyepiece with a screwdriver (+). 1 2 3 3 Turn the Eyepiece counterclockwise 1/8 of a Turn the Eyepiece counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn. Pull the Eyepiece free. Remove any lint or dust particles with a soft, clean cloth being careful not to scratch the glass surfaces.
Specifications Power Source: Palmcorder: 7.2 V DC (Battery) 7.8 V DC (AC Adaptor) AC Adaptor: 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Battery: Lithium-Ion Type DC 7.2 V Power Consumption: Palmcorder: 7.2 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 signal Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads.
Before Requesting Service Cleaning Care for Video Heads Clogged Video Head (a) Video Head Cleaning: Normally, your Palmcorder will not require head cleaning. However, it is possible that the heads may become clogged due to dust in the air, playing damaged tapes, long term use, etc. If “NEED HEAD CLEANING” appears for 5 seconds in the EVF or LCD monitor, the heads may require cleaning. (b) Cleaning the Heads: It is recommended that head cleaning be performed by a qualified service technician.
Before Requesting Service If you have a problem with your Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for symptoms and corrections. Symptom Correction No picture in the EVF or LCD Monitor... • Make sure the Power Source is connected. (pp. 11, 12) • Make sure the POWER switch is set to VCR or CAMERA. (pp. 22, 27) • Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 21) • Make sure the Battery is fully charged. (p. 11) • Make sure all necessary cables are connected correctly and firmly. (p.
Request Request for for Service Notice Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. In the unlikely event this product needs service. • Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to due so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Request for Service Notice: Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N.
Index of Controls Front View D.ZOOM Button See page 40. EIS Button See page 39. TRANSFER Button See page 55. MAGICVU/0LUX Switch (PV-DV401 only) See page 42. BACK LIGHT Button See page 47. MULTI Button See page 46. FADE Button See page 48. A.DUB Button See page 49. Lens Remote Sensor See page 25. Built-in Twin Capsule 2-Way Microphone System Lens Cap See page 8. Side View PHOTOSHOT Button See pages 32, 33, 41. Built-in Light Mount See page 7. PHONE Jack See page 27.
Index of Controls Rear View JOG KEY See pages 13, 14. VOLUME KEY See page 27. M.FOCUS DIAL See page 47. Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) See page 9. POWER ZOOM Button See pages 22, 40. Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring See page 8. M-CARD Lock Switch See page 10. POWER Switch (CAMERA•VCR• OFF•M-CARD) See pages 9, 10. Vision Adjustment Control See pages 9, 22. Menu Button See pages 13, 14. Battery Release Button See pages 11, 12. POWER Lamp See page 22. REC/PAUSE Button See pages 9, 22.
Index of Controls Side View REW Button See pages 10, 27. EDIT SEARCH Button See pages 24. FF Button See page 28. EDIT SEARCH Button See page 24. PLAY Button See pages 10, 27. M-PLAY Button See pages 34, 35. PAUSE Button See pages 28, 29, 49, 50, 51, 52. CAMERA STILL Button See pages 45. STOP Button See pages 10, 27. M-STOP Button See pages 34, 35, 36, 37. REC Button See page 52. M-DEL Button See pages 35, 36, 37. Underside View Tripod Receptacle AC Adaptor POWER Lamp See pages 11, 12.
Index Index of Controls Color Enhancement Light (Optional) LIGHT Button See page 7. LIGHT RELEASE Button See page 7. Remote Control (Optional) DATE/TIME Button See pages 20, 25. PHOTOSHOT Button See pages 25, 41. DISPLAY ON TV Button See pages 25, 31. REC/PAUSE Button See pages 22, 25. A.DUB Button See pages 25, 49. COUNTER/TC Button See pages 19, 25. POWER ZOOM Switch See pages 22, 25. SPKR VOL +/– See pages 25, 27.
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Servicenter List For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquires please contact: 1-800-211-PANA(7262), Monday-Friday 9am-9pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-7am, EST. or send e-mail : consumerproducts@panasonic.com Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Antes de comenzar Inserte de la batería • Cargue la battería. (Página 11.) 1 2 1 4 3 2 Deslice el visor hacia atrás, haste la posición de totalmente extendido, y luego inclínelo hacia arriba. (PV-DV201: Incline el visor hacia arriba.) Coloque la batería y deslicela hacia abajo hasata que quede bloqueada con un clic. Inserte el Cassette 1 Ajuste el interruptor de alimentación (POWER) a la posición VCR o CAMERA.
Spanish Spanish Quick Quick Use Use Guide/Guía Guide/Guía Para Para Uso Rápido Antes de comenzar Introducir la Tarjeta de memoria* • Cargue la battería. (Pàgina 11.) *Tarjeta de Memoria: Tarjeta MultiMedia o Tarjeta de Memoria SD (Pàgina 64.) • Asegúrese de introducir la Tarjeta de memoria antes de utilizar la tarjeta PhotoShot. (Página 32.) A continuación se indican una lista de Tarjetas de Memoria soportadas por esta unidad.
Index A AC Adaptor 6, 11, 12, 64 Accessories (Optional) 64 Accessories (Supplied) 6 A/V Cable 6, 31, 51 Audio/Video Fade In/Out 48 Auto Focus 47 B Backlight 47 Battery Pack 6, 9, 11, 64 Battery Remaining Indication 19 Battery Warning 21 Before Requesting Service 69, 70 Blank Search 25 C CARD EJECT Switch 10 Camera Recording 22, 23, 24, 25 Cleaning Care for Video Heads 70 Clock Battery 21 Clock Set 13 Color Enhancement Light 7, 64 Copying from Digital Equipment 52 Copying your Tapes 51 D Date and Time Indica
