R Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Model No. PV-DV203 Mini 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 LSQT0653A DV203.p 1-4.
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. Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.
Important Safeguards 11. Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
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 of Contents Before Use Things You Should Know ............................................................................................... 2 Important Safeguards ..................................................................................................... 3 Precautions ..................................................................................................................... 4 Before Using ...........................................................................................
Before Using Unpack your Palmcorder 1 pc. AC Adaptor (PV-DAC11) 1 pc. 8 MB Memory Card with AC Cable and DC Cable (RP-SD008BMK0) 1 pc. Battery Pack (CGR-D08/CGR-D08R) 1 pc. A/V Cable (LSJA0280) 1 pc. Lens Cap (LSYF0535) with Lens Cap Strap (LSGQ0066) 1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0016) 1 pc. USB Cable (K1HA05CD0001) 1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery (installed in Palmcorder) 1 pc.
Before Using Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion 1TAPE EJECT 3PUSH CLOSE Cassette Compartment Cover Note • When inserting the cassette, make sure it is facing the right direction and then push it in completely. • If Hand Strap is tight it may prevent Cassette Holder from fully opening for Cassette insert or eject. Loosen Hand Strap if necessary. Attaching the Shoulder Strap 1 2 Undo the two strap ends from their buckles. • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp.
Before Using Using EfficiBright™ LED Light To brighten the natural colors in a scene. GAIN UP works together with the LED Light to enhance the light’s brightness. Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to CAMERA or M-CARD. Note • Use LED Light for recording subjects 1.5 m (4.9 feet) away or closer. • In the M-CARD mode, the GAIN UP mode cannot be set. 1 LED Light ON GAIN UP ON 1 Press LIGHT. (Mode 1 ) • LED Light and GAIN UP turn ON.
Before Using Remote Control (Optional) Before Use 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 Palmcorder and press the desired buttons (Remote Sensor is located under the lens). To operate Camera functions: Set POWER to CAMERA. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ To operate VCR functions: Remote Sensor Set POWER to VCR. Controlled Functions • Rec/Pause (p. 19) • Tele (Zoom) (p. 22) • Wide (Zoom) (p.
Before Using Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders You can control any two Panasonic Palmcorders with one Remote Control (Optional). 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. 3, 4 JOG KEY 2MENU 1 2 3 1POWER 4 Optional 5 For VCR 1: Press these buttons at the same time. For VCR 2: Press these buttons at the same time. Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA.
Before Using Self Demo Mode Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) 1 2 [ EVF or LCD Monitor ] 3 4 3, 4 JOG KEY 2MENU 1POWER Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU to display the CAMERA FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select OTHER FUNCTIONS , and press JOG KEY to display the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select DEMO MODE , and press JOG KEY to select OFF. • Press MENU to exit.
Quick Guide Insert the Battery Pack Before you begin • Charge the Battery. (p. 15) 2 1 1 Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up until it locks with a click. Insert Cassette These Palmcorders are equipped with the Easy Cassette Eject System so it is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when the Palmcorder is on a tripod. (p. 7) 1 2 3 Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. 4 12 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. Insert a cassette record tab up, window side facing out.
Quick Guide Camera Recording 1 2 Set POWER to CAMERA. Adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your eyesight. Viewfinder 180° 90° 4 LCD Monitor Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. Press REC/PAUSE again to pause recording. To Watch Playback in the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. 3 Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle. Before you begin • Charge the Battery. (p.
Quick Guide Insert Memory Card* Before you begin • Charge the Battery. (p. 15) *Memory Card: MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (p. 94) • Be sure to insert the Memory Card before using Card PhotoShot. (p. 49) Below is a list of memory cards which can be used in this Palmcorder. Memory Card Capacity SD Memory Card (RP-SD008BMK0) (supplied) 8 MB MultiMediaCard (SanDisk brand) 8 MB, 16 MB SD Memory Card (optional) (p.
Supplying 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 50 minutes of operation (using EVF ) 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 10 °C (50 °F) and 30 °C (86 °F). • 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 Set the Date and Time • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. 1 2, 3, 4 JOG KEY 1MENU Press MENU to display the Camera or VCR mode menu screen. (p. 18) CAMERA FUNCTIONS 2 EXAMPLE: YEAR Push 3 : JAN PUSH MONTH Rotate JOG KEY to select OTHER FUNCTIONS , and then press JOG KEY to display the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu screen.
Using the Palmcorder Menu The Palmcorder features three menu displays: one for CAMERA mode (recording), one for M-CARD (Memory Card Photo Mode) and one for VCR mode (Playback). (pp. 108~112) • 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. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.
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. (pp. 15, 16) • Insert a cassette with the record tab closed. (p. 7) 1 EVF REC/PAUSE mode 3 4 POWER Lamp 1, 5 POWER 5 2Vision With the Viewfinder Eye Cup held up against your eye, adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your eyesight. • Adjust the EVF Brightness of the Viewfinder if necessary.
Camera Recording Using the LCD Monitor The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor can be used while recording. 1 2 180° 90° 90° 1OPEN 3 Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock. Swing the LCD monitor fully open and adjust the viewing angle. • The LCD monitor will automatically turn on. • When the LCD monitor is completely closed, it will shut off automatically to save power. • Adjust the LCD Brightness and/or color of the LCD monitor if necessary.
Camera Recording Digital PhotoShot™ Mode Use this feature to record a seven second (approx.) still image on the tape from the current camera picture. Audio is also recorded for on-the-spot narration. Or, you can add narration later with the Audio Dubbing feature to make an interesting slide show, etc. (p. 45) 1 2 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause mode. “PHOTO” will appear in the EVF or the LCD monitor.
Camera Recording Zoom You can gradually zoom in for close ups or zoom out for wide angle shots. 2POWER ZOOM 1 2 1POWER Set POWER to CAMERA. Zoom slowly: by lightly pressing the “T” (Telephoto) or the “W” (Wide Angle) side of the POWER ZOOM. Zoom quickly: by applying more pressure. 3REC/PAUSE 3 Start recording. Note • The zooming speed ranges from a slow 17 seconds to a fast 1.8 seconds according to the amount of pressure applied to the POWER ZOOM.
Camera Recording Recording Check To playback the final few seconds of the last recorded scene in the REC/PAUSE mode. 1RECORDING 1 Press RECORDING CHECK 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.
Special Effect Features CINEMA Mode You can record a picture compatible with a wide-screen TV equipped with S-Video picture terminal and Zoom/Wide features. 3, 4 JOG KEY 1 2 3 1POWER 4 2MENU 5 5REC/PAUSE Backlight Use when recording a subject that is darker than the surrounding scene, in a shadowed area, or when the light source is behind your subject. 1 2 1POWER 3 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU to display the CAMERA FUNCTIONS menu screen.
Special Effect Features Program AE The Auto Exposure feature can be used to make quality recordings in a variety of scene situations. 4, 5 JOG KEY 3MENU 1POWER 1 2 3 4 2AUTO/ 6 MANUAL Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the “MNL” indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. Press MENU to display the CAMERA FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select CAMERA SETUP , and then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA SETUP menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select PROG.
Special Effect Features Audio/Video Fade In/Out You can make smoother scene transitions for a more professional look. 1, 3, AFADE Fade In Starting the first scene with “fade in” is very effective. 1 2 3 In REC/PAUSE mode, hold down FADE until the picture fades out. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. Release FADE and the picture will gradually fade in. Fade Out Use to create a soft ending or (together with fade in) for a soft transition from one scene to the next.
Special Effect Features Before you begin Photo Title You can use PhotoShot images stored on a Memory Card to record a WIPE or MIX effect on a cassette. Note When Photo Title is set to ON, the selected image and Title will appear before each recording is made. WIPE : The Photo title is replaced with the current scene in a wiping motion. • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (pp.
Advanced Settings White Balance Auto White Balance (“AWB”) automatically maintains optimum color balance in most lighting conditions. However, when using Digital Functions, etc., you may get better results by using the manual adjustment. 1 2 3, 4, A, B 3 JOG KEY 4 1POWER Set POWER to CAMERA. Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the “MNL” indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. Press JOG KEY repeatedly until “AWB” appears in the EVF or LCD monitor. Rotate JOG KEY to select other modes.
Advanced Settings Auto Focus The Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus over the entire zoom range. Manual Focus 1 2 4, 6POWER 5 ZOOM 5M.FOCUS 3 4 DIAL 1POWER 6 3FOCUS Set POWER to CAMERA. Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the “MNL” indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. Press FOCUS so that the “MF” (Manual Focus) indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. Press and hold POWER ZOOM, “T” side (Telephoto), until the lens is at maximum zoom in. Turn M.
Advanced Settings High Speed Shutter To record high speed motion (e.g. tennis stroke) with improved STILL or SLOW MOTION playback when watching the tape on this Palmcorder. Manual Selection 1 2 3, 4 JOG KEY 1POWER 3 4 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the “MNL” indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. Press JOG KEY repeatedly to display the shutter speed. Rotate JOG KEY to choose one of the following shutter speeds. • Press AUTO/MANUAL to cancel the setting.
Advanced Settings Adjusting the Iris Manually Normally, the Palmcorder adjusts the exposure automatically. However, when the background is extremely bright, or when the subject is backlit, you can compensate by adjusting the iris manually. 3, 4 JOG KEY Set POWER to CAMERA. Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the “MNL” indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. Press JOG KEY repeatedly so that Iris setting indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor.
Playback Your Recordings Playback using the LCD Monitor Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Insert a recorded cassette. You can also use the LCD monitor to play back your recording. 1 1POWER 2 3 4 5 180° 90° 90° OPEN 2 3REWIND 4PLAY SEARCH Set the POWER to VCR. • The POWER lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is fully turned to the VCR position. Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock and swing open. Press (REWIND/SEARCH) to rewind the tape.
Playback Your Recordings Repeat Playback 1 1PLAY R EVF/LCD 2 Press PLAY for more than 5 seconds in STOP mode. • The Palmcorder will go into Repeat Playback mode when the tape reaches its end. • The letter “R ” will appear in the EVF and LCD monitor. Turn the Palmcorder OFF to exit the Repeat Playback mode. Adjusting the Volume 1, 2 1 VOLUME Press “T” to increase the volume. Press “W” to decrease the volume.
Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Rapid Visual Search BPLAY A, B REWIND/ SEARCH A During playback, hold down (FAST FORWARD/SEARCH) or B A, BFAST FORWARD/ (REWIND/SEARCH). The search will continue for as long as the button is held down. OR Press (FAST FORWARD/ SEARCH) or (REWIND/SEARCH) once for a continuous rapid visual search. Press (PLAY) to release. Note SEARCH • When executing a rapid visual search, the picture may become bluish for an instant or mosaic.
Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Slow Motion Playback (Optional Remote Control Only) 1 Forward Slow: Press SLOW/F.ADV during play. Reverse Slow: SLOW/F.ADV during play. Press Optional 2 Press PLAY to release. (During reverse slow motion playback, time 2PLAY 1 1 code indication may not change regularly.) Note SLOW/ F.ADV SLOW/ F.ADV Variable Speed Search 2, 3 JOG KEY 1PLAY 1 2 3 Press (PLAY) to start playback. Press JOG KEY for about 1 second.
Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Frame by Frame Advance When using Optional Remote Control Optional 3PLAY 1 2 2 Press SLOW/F.ADV to do a frame by frame advance. Press SLOW/F.ADV to do a frame by frame reverse. 1PAUSE 2 Press PAUSE during playback. 3 SLOW/ F.ADV Press PLAY to release. Note • If you hold down SLOW/F.ADV, you can see a continuous series of still images at a slower speed than normal slow mode.
Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Index Search (Photo/Scene) (Optional Remote Control Only) Search for a particular scene by using the electronic index marks placed at the beginning of each recording. 1 2 3 2, 3 JOG KEY 1MENU Press MENU to display the VCR FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS , then press JOG KEY to display the PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS menu screen.
Special Effect Features Strobe Multi Mode In Strobe Multi Mode, you can select the rate at which a succession of still screens are captured from the playback picture. 3, 4, 5 JOG KEY 2MENU 1POWER 1 2 3 4 6MULTI 5 Set POWER to VCR. Press MENU to display the VCR FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS , then press JOG KEY to display the PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select MULTI SPEED in the PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS menu screen. (Menu OSD: p.
Special Effect Features View Recording/Playback on your TV [ TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks ] Before you begin • When using S-VIDEO Connector, insert the DC Cable into the DC IN Terminal. (p. 16) 1 2 A/V OUT Back of TV Audio In Video In A/V Cable (Supplied) 3 Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. To view what the Palmcorder is recording or to playback a tape on your TV. Turn your TV ON and set it to LINE INPUT or S-VIDEO. Check your TV operating instructions for further information.
Digital Features Digital Zoom CAMERA mode This feature is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1X to 10X magnification. With the digital zooming feature, you can select a magnification of 25X, or even up to 700X. Note • Other Digital Functions are turned off automatically when the EIS and Digital Zoom are selected. 1 2 3 4 EVF/LCD Zoom In (“T”) D.ZOOM Zoom Out (“W”) 5POWER 5 ZOOM 3, 4 JOG KEY 1POWER 6 Set POWER to CAMERA.
Digital Features Digital Zoom (Continued) VCR mode 1 2 3 3, 4 JOG KEY 2MENU 1POWER 4 5PLAY 5 6 Set POWER to VCR. Press MENU to display the VCR FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select DIGITAL EFFECT , then press JOG KEY to display the DIGITAL EFFECT menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select D. ZOOM , then press JOG KEY to select ON. • Press MENU to exit. Press (PLAY) to start playback. • The center portion of the image doubles in size. Repeat steps 2~4 to select OFF to cancel this feature.
Digital 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. CAMERA mode 1 2 Note • Other Digital Functions are turned off automatically when the EIS and Digital Zoom are selected. NORMAL EIS ON 3 4 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press EIS to stabilize the picture. • Picture flicker may be observed when taping under fluorescent lighting conditions.
Digital Features Other Digital Functions Use the following features to add interest and professionalism to your recordings or playback. Select from twelve special effects. 3, 4, 5 JOG KEY 2MENU 1POWER 1 2 3 4 Types of Digital Functions 5 Press MENU to display the menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select DIGITAL EFFECT in the CAMERA or VCR mode menu screen, then press JOG KEY to display the DIGITAL EFFECT menu screen.
Digital 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. 1 2 3 Main Picture Picture in Picture (PinP still image) 4 PHOTOSHOT 3, 4 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU to display the CAMERA FUNCTIONS menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY repeatedly to select DIGITAL EFFECT , then press JOG KEY to display the DIGITAL EFFECT menu screen. Press JOG KEY to select P-IN-P . • Press MENU to exit this menu.
Editing Features Audio Dubbing using the Built-in Microphone The original sound can be replaced with new sound using the built-in Palmcorder microphone. Before you begin • Turn on the Palmcorder. • Insert a pre-recorded tape to be dubbed. 12 bit 16 bit Built-in Microphone • Select 12 bit if you do not want the original sound to be completely replaced during an audio dub.
Editing Features 4 4, 5PAUSE To listen to the desired audio sound, set the 12bit AUDIO setting of the VCR mode MENU (Menu OSD: p. 110) as follows: 12bit AUDIO:The following selections are available for 12 bit AUDIO dubbed recordings only (sound recorded in SP mode only). Set this position to listen to the ST 1 original sound. Set this position to listen to the ST 2 audio dubbed sound. Set this position to listen to both MIX the original sound and the audio dubbed sound.
Editing Features Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette Source (Playing) Palmcorder S-VIDEO OUT DC Cable (Supplied) A/V OUT TV (To View) A/V Cable (Supplied) S-Video Cable (not supplied) VHF Connecting Cable (not supplied) Audio In To Audio In • 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.
Editing Features Copying from Digital Equipment (dubbing) Before you begin 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. 1 Source (Playing) Palmcorder DV Input/Output (i.
Card Features Before you begin Card PhotoShot You can record still images to a Memory Card. Warning • When using an M-CARD, DV Output will not function. • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a Memory Card. (p. 14) 1 3PHOTOSHOT 2JOG KEY 2MENU 2 1POWER • The number of images given for each mode applies when all images are taken in same mode. • You can change recording modes at any time before capturing an image.
Card Features Cautions for the Memory Card • While Memory Card data is being read, do not remove it, turn off the power, or subject unit to vibrations and/or shocks. • Do not leave the Memory Card in a place with high temperature, a place exposed to direct sunlight, or a place where electromagnetic waves and static electricity can be generated. • Electromagnetic waves, static electricity, malfunction of the Digital Video Palmcorder or of the Memory Card itself could erase the data recorded on it.
Card Features Playback Still Images You can view the images on the Memory Card. Before you begin • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (pp. 49, 50) 1 3, 4 JOG KEY Set POWER to M-CARD. • “PLAY: PUSH PLAY KEY” is displayed for 10 seconds. 1POWER 2 2M-PLAY 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.
Card Features Delete Specific Images You can delete unwanted images and increase the remaining image memory. Before you begin • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (pp. 49, 50) Warning: Once deleted, images cannot be restored. DELETE PAGE Delete specific images from a page. 1 DELETE ALL Delete all images. (p. 53) 2 FORMAT Delete all data. (p. 54) 3 3, 4, 5 JOG KEY Set POWER to M-CARD. • “PLAY: PUSH PLAY KEY” is displayed for 10 seconds.
Card Features Delete All Image Pages You can delete all images from the Memory Card easily with this operation. Before you begin • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (pp. 49, 50) Warning: Once deleted, images cannot be restored. 2, 3 JOG KEY 1 2 Do steps 1 and 2 on page 52. Press (M-DEL) to display the DELETE menu. Then, rotate and press JOG KEY to select ALL . • The screen below is displayed. • To cancel delete, press (M-STOP) or rotate and press JOG KEY to select NO.
Card Features Format the Memory Card You can easily format your Memory Card using this operation. Before you begin • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (pp. 49, 50) Warning: Formatting permanently removes all image data. 2, 3 JOG KEY 1 2 Do steps 1 and 2 on page 52. Press (M-DEL) to display the DELETE menu, then rotate and press JOG KEY to select FORMAT . • The screen below is displayed. • To cancel format, press (M-STOP) or rotate and press JOG KEY to select NO.
Card Features Before you begin DPOF Setting You can select the images to be printed, the number of prints, and other print-related information (DPOF setting) on a Memory Card. “DPOF” stands 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 system that supports DPOF. VARIABLE: You can select images recorded on the Memory Card and set the number of prints desired.
Transferring Your Images (Windows) You can transfer images from your Palmcorder tape to your PC (Personal Computer).
Transferring Your Images (Windows) Software Installation (Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP) Caution • Please install Palmcorder USB Device Driver first before connecting the Palmcorder and your PC using USB Cable. Once Palmcorder USB Device Driver is installed, you must restart your computer for installation to take effect. • Restarting the computer not only applies to Driver installation, but must be done whenever “Restarting Windows” a is displayed after software or driver install/uninstall.
Transferring Your Images (Windows) Notes on PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System operation • For PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System, 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 as your PC system may become unstable. Therefore, the AC Adaptor should 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 (Windows) Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive, Palmcorder File Converter (M-CARD Mode) [ This screen is an example (Windows 2000) ] 1 2 Click “Start,” “Settings,” and “Control Panel.” Double-click on “System”, verify [USB Storage Device Controller]* is displayed in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] of [Device Manager] of [Hardware]. * If you are using Windows 98SE, [MATSUSHITA USB Storage Device Controller] will be displayed.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Connection (for PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System) 2 USB Terminal USB Terminal 3 USB Cable (supplied) 1 Turn on your PC. 2 Set the Palmcorder POWER to VCR. For Windows XP users 3 Connect the Palmcorder to your PC (Windows) using the USB Cable (supplied). • “CAPTURE” appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. • The “Found New Hardware Wizard” screen of Windows is displayed. Follow the instructions as they appear on your PC screen.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users 3 Connect the Palmcorder to your PC (Windows) using the USB Cable (supplied). • “CAPTURE” appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. • The “Found New Hardware” screen of Windows is displayed. Note • For extended use, the AC Adaptor should be used as a power source. To disconnect USB Cable safely (Windows 2000/XP) If USB Cable is disconnected while computer is on, error message may appear. In such a case click [OK] and close the dialog box.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Running the PHOTOVU/ MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System* Before you begin • Insert a recorded tape. (p. 12) * PHOTOVU: You can transfer Still images from your Palmcorder tape to a PC. MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System: You can transfer Motion images from your Palmcorder tape to a PC. 1 2 3 4 Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. Connect the Palmcorder to your PC using the USB Cable (supplied) or DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (not supplied). (pp.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Using Tape Image Data (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. Note • Detail mode cannot be used with a USB connection. • Deactivate your PC ScreenSaver or this application may shutdown during image capture. Before you begin • Insert a recorded tape. (p. 12) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (pp. 60, 61) • Turn your PC on. (p.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Playing back the saved Motion and Still images You can play back the saved Motion images and Still images (p. 63) for confirmation. 1 2 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 62 to run the PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System. Click [VideoGift] to display the VideoGift screen. • The image captured last is displayed in the VideoGift screen. Caution for Windows 2000 users 2VideoGift 3 • If “Unable To Locate DLL” warning indication is displayed, please see page 89.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System VideoGift Screen You can use these features using the VideoGift Screen. 13 1 9 2 10 3 11 14 15 4 5 12 6 7 8 16 10 Settings 2 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Drag the pointer of the playback start position. Movie Mode You can display motion images. Open Movie You can open folders containing video files (*.AVI, *.WMV). Open Audio You can open folders containing audio files (*.WAV). Valid only when the file is opened in the VideoGift screen.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Using the VideoGift Screen 1 2 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 62 to run the PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System. Click [VideoGift] to display the VideoGift screen. • The image captured last is displayed in the VideoGift screen. Caution for Windows 2000 users 2 VideoGift 3 • If “Unable To Locate DLL” warning indication is displayed, please see page 89. Click [View Manager] to display the View Manager screen.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Setting the Mail Software It is possible to set the mail software to start up automatically when [E-Mail] of VideoGift is clicked. Note The e-mail Software must support MAPI (Messaging Application Programming Interface).
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Attaching captured Motion and Still images to your e-mail You can easily transfer and compress your Motion images as attachments to your e-mail. 2VideoGift Before you begin • Insert a recorded tape. (p. 12) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (pp. 60, 61) • Turn your PC on. (p. 60) • Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. 1 2 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 62 to run the PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System. Click [VideoGift] to display the VideoGift screen.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System 1 2 Sending a Portion of a Motion Image Repeat steps 1~4 on page 62 to run the PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System. Click [VideoGift] to display the VideoGift screen. • The image captured last is displayed in the VideoGift screen. Caution for Windows 2000 users 1 2 7E-Mail 6Preview 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 Select a Motion image. (Continue with steps 4~6 on page 66 to specify the portion to be played.) Drag pointer 1 to start position. Drag pointer 2 to end position.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Setting the Size and Quality of Motion and Still Image 5 1 2 5 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 62 to run the PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System. Click [VideoGift] to display the VideoGift screen. • The image captured last is displayed in the VideoGift screen. Caution for Windows 2000 users • If “Unable To Locate DLL” warning indication is displayed, please see page 89.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System Selecting a Frame from a Motion Image 1 This screen is displayed when an individual frame from a moving image file is to be added as a still image. 2 Repeat steps 1~4 on page 62 to run the PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System. Click [VideoGift] to display the VideoGift screen. • The image captured last is displayed in the VideoGift screen. Caution for Windows 2000 users • If “Unable To Locate DLL” warning indication is displayed, please see page 89.
Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) (Windows) PC Connection with DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) A video clip 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 video editing software companies. Using products from video editing software companies allows you to capture and edit video clips using the DV Interface (i.LINK).
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System (i.LINK) Before you begin Using Tape Image Data 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/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System does not work, please refer to note on page 72. • Deactivate your PC ScreenSaver or this application may shutdown during image capture. • Insert a recorded Tape. (p. 12) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (p.
PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System (i.LINK) 3Normal 3, 3Detail 4Movie Capture 4Still Capture DV 6STOP [When selecting Detail] Note • Detail mode lets you specify the start and end frames for the video segment you want to capture and save. 3 4 5 5, 7, 5Select 6 7 To capture Still images [When selecting Detail] 3 4 5 74 Click on [Detail]. Click on [Movie Capture] at the point where you wish to capture a Motion image. • The screen to select the start frame is displayed.
Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive Connection (for Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive) Note • For Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive, do not connect the i.LINK and USB terminals to the Palmcorder at the same time. 2 USB Terminal USB Terminal 3 1 2 USB Cable (supplied) Turn on your PC. Set the Palmcorder POWER to M-CARD. For Windows XP users Connect the Palmcorder to your PC (Windows) using the USB Cable (supplied). • “CONNECT WITH PC” and “STORAGE” appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor.
Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users 3 Connect the Palmcorder to your PC (Windows) using the USB Cable (supplied). • “CONNECT WITH PC” and “STORAGE” appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor. • The “Found New Hardware” screen of Windows is displayed. Note • For extended use, the AC Adaptor should be used as a power source. To disconnect USB Cable safely (Windows Me/2000/XP) If USB Cable is disconnected while computer is on, error message may appear.
Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive Using Memory Card Image Data By connecting the Palmcorder and PC with the USB, you can transfer Still images saved on the Memory Card directly to your PC. Before you begin • Install the Palmcorder USB Device Driver. (p. 57) • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (pp. 49, 50) • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (pp. 75, 76) • Turn your PC on. (p. 75) • Set POWER to M-CARD.
Palmcorder File Converter Using Palmcorder File Converter You can convert the JPEG data of your PC into DCF (Design rule for Camera File System) data, and transfer this data to your Palmcorder via USB. 1 2 3 4 Set Palmcorder POWER to M-CARD. Connect the Palmcorder to your PC using the USB Cable (supplied). (pp. 75, 76) Click on “Start,” “(All) Programs,” “Panasonic,” “Palmcorder,” then “File Converter 3.0.” Select and click “To resize the image” or “To convert format for Panasonic Digital Palmcorder.
Palmcorder File Converter 6 7 Select the folder to which the converted file is to be saved. • The Conversion results screen is displayed. Use “Help” for detailed instructions. When selecting “To convert format for Panasonic Digital Palmcorder” 5 7 PC Connection 6 Select the file to be converted. Select the drive to which the converted file is to be saved. • The Conversion results screen is displayed. Use “Help” for detailed instructions. 79 DV203.p 78-79.
Web Camera Before Using Web Camera* Features Web Camera* MSN Messenger and NetMeeting are software that can be linked and used together. Using the Palmcorder and the Internet, you can communicate with others by having picture and sound similar in fashion to a videophone. Please read this first • To use the Web Camera feature, Microsoft’s Windows Messenger, MSN Messenger Service, and Windows NetMeeting are required. • For this feature, both parties must have Windows XP.
Web Camera Connection (for Web Camera) Note • For Web Camera, do not connect the i.LINK and USB terminals to the Palmcorder at the same time. 2 USB Terminal USB Terminal 3 1 2 USB Cable (supplied) Turn on your PC. Set the Palmcorder POWER to CAMERA. For Windows XP users 3 1 2 3 • “CONNECT WITH PC” and “WEBCAM” are displayed in the EVF and LCD monitor. • Position the Palmcorder so that you are in the picture.
Web Camera For Windows 2000 users 3 Connect the Palmcorder to your PC (Windows) using the USB Cable (supplied). • “Found New Hardware” is displayed. • “CONNECT WITH PC” and “WEBCAM” are displayed in the EVF and LCD monitor. • Position the Palmcorder so that you are in the picture. • To confirm if the connection between the Palmcorder and PC is correct, please refer to “Audio Tuning Wizard” on page 87.
Web Camera (For Windows XP users) For Windows Messenger (Windows XP only) When Windows Messenger is newly installed or when running for the first time, the following settings become necessary. For more details, please read the corresponding Help file. Note • Once settings are performed, they are not required from the second time the software is run. Before you begin • Be sure you have a dial-up connection. • Referring to pages 81~82, connect the Palmcorder and PC.
Web Camera (For Windows XP users) 5 Type in your e-mail address and password. • You’ll need to get a hotmail address. If you do not have one, click on [Get a .NET Passport]. Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed. There are times when a Version Upgrade screen will be displayed. However, if you are using Windows Messenger 4.5 or later, there is no need to upgrade. 6 Click on [Audio and Video Tuning Wizard] in the [Tools] menu. • Select [USB Audio Device] in the [Microphone] menu.
Web Camera (For Windows XP users) 8 The person calling (inviting) side Double-click a person to call from those currently [on-line]. • “xxxx-conversation” screen is displayed. 9 The person calling (inviting) side Click [Start Camera] in the “xxx-conversation” screen. • A message inviting the other person is displayed. The invited person side A message asking if the person accepts or declines is displayed. Click [Accept] on the screen. • To ignore the invitation, click [Decline].
Web Camera (For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users) For MSN Messenger Service and Windows NetMeeting (Windows 98SE/Me/2000) When MSN Messenger Service is newly installed or when running for the first time, the following settings become necessary. For more details, please read the corresponding Help file. Note • Once settings are performed, they are not required from the second time the software is run. Before you begin • Be sure you have a dial-up connection.
Web Camera (For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users) 6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard] in the [Tools] menu. • Select [Panasonic USB Microphone]* in the [Recording] menu. * If you are using Windows 2000, select [USB Audio Device] in the [Recording] menu. Note • You can set the volume for playback or mic volume, etc. • Also, confirm that the Palmcorder and PC are connected correctly. The person you wish to access needs to do settings 1~6 also.
Web Camera (For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users) 9 The person calling (inviting) side Click [Start NetMeeting] in the “xxx-conversation” screen. The invited person side The Instant Message screen appears and a confirmation message is displayed. Click on [Accept]. The NetMeeting screen is automatically opened. Note 10 11 12 13 The first time Windows NetMeeting is run, etc., the Setup screen is displayed. Please carefully read the contents and then proceed. The user information, etc. is input.
Warning Indications Windows 2000 In Windows 2000, startup PHOTOVU/ MPEG4 Movie Messenger™ System. Clicking on [VideoGift] may cause the type of error to occur to the left. If so, please perform the following instructions. Download and install Media Player (7.1 or later), go to http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ mediaplayer (current as of Oct. 9, 2002). • “Windows Media. com: Download” is opened. Click [Download Now!] on the screen. • The “File Download” screen is displayed.
Transferring Your Images (Macintosh) You can transfer images from your Palmcorder Memory Card to your Macintosh. System Requirements (for Built-in SD Drive) • Mac OS 9.0~9.1 • iMac, iBook or Power Macintosh® G3 with USB port or Power Mac™ G4 • RAM: 64 MB or more • CD-ROM drive (for installation) • USB Port • Mouse or other pointing device * Even if system requirements are met, there is no guarantee that the included software will work on all personal computers.
Transferring Your Images (Macintosh) Using Built-in SD Drive Before you begin • Set POWER to OFF before inserting a recorded Memory Card. (pp. 49, 50) 1 2 3 4 Set the Palmcorder POWER to M-CARD. Connect the Palmcorder to your Macintosh using the USB Cable (supplied). (p. 90) • “PLEASE WAIT”, “CONNECT WITH PC”, and “STORAGE” is displayed on the LCD monitor. Double click the “Untitled” icon. • You can view images stored on the Memory Card and also save them to your hard disk.
Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory # Figure Description Price PV-DAC11A AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable $119.95 CGR-D08A/1B 800mAh / 1 h 30 min, Battery Pack $69.95 CGR-D16A/1B 1 600mAh / 3 h, Battery Pack $99.95 CGP-D28A/1B 2 800mAh/ 5 h, Battery Pack $129.95 CGR-D53A/1K 5 300mAh / 9 h, Battery Pack $229.95 PV-DDC9 DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin) $55.00 PV-DRC9 IR Remote Control $29.95 PV-H150 Carrying Case $49.
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.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash) 4.
Notes On Operations Notice This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:
Notes On Operations Replacing Clock Battery The clock battery is pre-installed. Follow the steps below if replacement becomes necessary. WARNING Replace battery with Panasonic or Newsun type CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in a fire.
Notes On Operations Approximate Brightness Values Your Palmcorder has been designed for normal scene illumination of 150 footcandles (1500 lx). However, the Palmcorder may be used at F1:1.8, if illumination is more than 0.5 footcandles (5 lx). The table below shows the color temperature for reference.
Specifications Power Source: Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. 97 DV203.p 97-101.p65 97 03/01/20, 14:58 For Your Information 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/7.8 V DC 5.5 W AC Adaptor : 18 W 1 W (when not in use.) Digital Interface USB/i.
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. 15, 16) • Make sure the POWER switch is set to VCR or CAMERA. (pp. 19, 32) • Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 100) • Make sure the Battery is fully charged. (p. 15) • Make sure all necessary cables are connected correctly and firmly. (p.
On-Screen Displays (OSD) The following warning displays appear in the EVF and the LCD monitor. 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 or Audio dub mode with the cassette sliding record tab opened, “ ” will flash and “CHECK REC TAB” will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will not start.
On-Screen Displays (OSD) Indications Condition If the Palmcorder is in Photo Title (CAMERA mode) and the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) is connected, “DISCONNECT DV CABLE” appears. In this case, remove the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) from the Palmcorder. If you are attempting to record from a Cassette by pressing PHOTO SHOT, when the USB Cable is connected, “DISCONNECT USB CABLE” appears. In this case, remove the USB Cable from the Palmcorder. When making DV connection at the time of M-CARD mode.
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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Precauciones para su seguridad ADVERTENCIA: PARA EVITAR INCENDIOS Y DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS, NO EXPONGA ESTE EQUIPO A LA LLUVIA NI A LA HUMEDAD. Su Mini Palmcorder está diseñada para grabar y reproducir en el modo de Reproducción Estándar (SP) y modo Largo (LP). Se recomienda el uso sólo de cintas de cassette que hayan sido probadas e inspeccionadas para su uso en aparatos VCR con la marca Mini .
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Antes de comenzar Inserte de la batería • Cargue la battería. (Página 15.) 2 1 1 Coloque la batería y deslícela hacia arriba hasta que se quede bloqueada con un clic. Inserte el Cassette Esta videocámara contiene un sistema de ejecución fácil del cassette. Por eso, es fácil de introducir o sacar el cassette aunque esté montado sobre un trípode. (Página 7.
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Grabación con la cámara Cuando el monitor LCD se enchuentra totalmente abjerto, el visor se DESACTIVA automàticamente. 1 2 Ajuste el interruptor de alimentación (POWER) a la posición CAMERA. Ajuste el control lde ajuste de visión según lo desee. Visor 180° 90° 4 Presione el botón de grabación/ pausa (REC/PAUSE) para iniciar la grabación. Vuelva a pulsar el botón de grabación/pausa (REC/PAUSE) para hacer una pausa en la grabación.
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Introducir la Tarjeta de memoria* Antes de comenzar • Cargue la battería. (Pàgina 15.) *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 49.) A continuación se indican una lista de Tarjetas de Memoria soportadas por esta unidad.
MENU OSD Camera Mode Menu Screen 3 D. ZOOM (p. 40) To select 25X (from 10X to 25X) or 700X (from 10X to 700X). Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital zoom. 4 CINEMA (p. 24) When set to ON, you can record a picture compatible with a wide-screen TV equipped with an S2 picture terminal. 5 EFFECT (p. 43) To select one of the 10 digital functions. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function. 6 REC SPEED (pp. 6, 19) SP: Normal recording speed mode.
MENU OSD DISPLAY (p. 114) To select the desired type of display changes to all function display, Partial display, and Minimum display. 12 15 LCD/EVF SETUP (p. 20) Setting to ON displays the menu for adjusting the LCD brightness, color level, and the EVF brightness. 16 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.
MENU OSD VCR Mode Menu Screen 1 1 BLANK SEARCH (p. 33) Select ON to go directly to a blank portion of the tape. 2 SEARCH (p. 37) To select the desired Index Search function. PHOTO: To search for Photo shot pictures. SCENE: To search for scenes marked with Index signal. 3 12bit AUDIO (p. 46) To select the desired audio playback mode after performing audio dubbing in the 12 bit mode (SP mode only). ST1 : The original sound alone is played back. ST2 : The dubbed sound alone is played back.
MENU OSD 10 DATE/TIME (p. 113) The date and time can be set and displayed on the screen. 11 C. DISPLAY (p. 114) To select the desired type of counter indication displayed on the LCD Monitor or in the viewfinder. 12 12 C. RESET (p. 114) Setting to ON resets the counter to zero. 13 13 DISPLAY (p. 114) To select the desired type of display changes to all function display, Partial display, and Minimum display. 14 LCD/EVF SETUP (p.
MENU OSD M-CARD Mode Menu Screen [ Photo Rec Mode Menu Screen ] 1 REC MODE (p. 49) To select Photo Rec Mode. 2 DISPLAY (p. 116) Select to OFF to cancel all Displays on the screen. 3 DCF NO. (pp. 51, 116) Select to OFF to cancel DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) No. on the screen. 4 DPOF (pp. 55, 116) When set to ON, information of the image to be printed and the number of prints desired (DPOF data) is written to the Memory Card. 4 5 VARIABLE (p.
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications Here are some of the basic indications which will appear on the Palmcorder EVF and LCD Monitor. Only Date and Time indications will be recorded onto the tape. CAMERA/VCR Mode i h a b c d e f g a g Battery Remaining FULL EMPTY b Tape Remaining (AY-DVM30EJ) Date and Time Indication (Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111) As shown below, the date and time indication changes each time DATE/TIME is selected from the Palmcorder’s MENU (Menu OSD: pp.
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications CAMERA/VCR Mode j l k m j WARNING Indication (pp. 100, 101) The warning displays appear in the EVF and the LCD monitor. k Counter/Time Code The indication switches as shown below when the desired “C. DISPLAY” mode is selected from the menu. (Menu OSD: pp. 109, 111) Linear Time Counter IMPORTANT NOTE: • Display must be set to ALL for MF, AE, W.BALANCE or BACK LIGHT indications to be displayed on the EVF or LCD Panel when selected. • C.
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications CAMERA/VCR Mode n o p q s t r u v w x y n Zoom Magnification Level (p. 40) v o Digital EIS Indications (p. 42) This display appears when EIS is pressed. Z.MIC Indication (Menu OSD: p. 108) This display appears when ZOOM MIC is set to ON. w Backlight Indication (p. 24) This display appears when BACK LIGHT is pressed. Light Indication (p. 8) This display appears when LIGHT is set to ON. x WIND CUT Indication (Menu OSD: p.
Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications PHOTO Mode [ Photo Rec Mode ] [ Photo Play Mode ] c a b d e f g h [ Photo Play Mode ] a b Image Page Remaining Indication (p. 49) • Image pages left in selected mode. “0” 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” mode Approx. 30 images (Supplied 8 MB Memory Card) REC MODE • NORMAL or FINE mode.
Index of Controls Front View Lens EfficiBright™ LED Light p. 8. Card Slot Door p. 14. Remote Sensor p. 9. Built-in Twin Capsule 2-Way Microphone System Rear View POWER ZOOM pp. 22, 40. VOLUME p. 33. PHOTOSHOT p. 21. JOG KEY pp. 17, 18. M.FOCUS DIAL p. 29. Cassette Compartment Cover p. 7. Lens Cap p. 7. Hand Strap p. 7. TAPE EJECT pp. 7, 12. MENU pp. 17, 18. REC/PAUSE pp. 13, 19. POWER (VCR•OFF• CAMERA•M-CARD) pp. 12, 13, 49. Side View OPEN pp. 13, 20, 32. Built-in Speaker 117 DV203.p117-120.
Index of Controls Rear View USB Terminal pp. 60, 75, 81. Clock Battery Tray p. 95. DV Input/Output (i.LINK) Connector pp. 48, 72. A/V Output Connector pp. 39, 47. PHONE p. 32. Card Slot p. 14. S-VIDEO Output Connector pp. 39, 47. DC IN Terminal p. 16. Side View BACK LIGHT p. 24. MAGIC PIX p. 41. FADE p. 26. PLAY pp. 13, 32. M-PLAY pp. 51, 52. MULTI p. 38. FF p. 34. PAUSE pp. 34, 46, 48. CAMERA STILL p. 44. STOP pp. 13, 32. M-STOP pp. 51~54. LIGHT p. 8. REW pp. 13, 32. RECORDING CHECK p. 23. REC p. 48.
Index of Controls AC Adaptor AC Power Cord pp. 15, 16. POWER Lamp pp. 15, 16. CHARGE Lamp p. 15. VCR DC Output Connector p. 16. CAUTION: This unit will operate on 110/120/220/ 240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC. Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug. We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor (VJSS0070/ KZDB4ZE00001) in an area which has special AC outlets.
Index A F About the Memory Card ..... 94 AC Adaptor ......... 6, 15, 16, 92 Accessories (Optional) ....... 92 Accessories (Supplied) ........ 6 A/V Cable ....................... 6, 39 Approximate Brightness Values ............................................ 96 Audio Dubbing .............. 45, 46 Audio/Video Fade In/Out .... 26 Fast Forward/Rewind Check Focus .................................. Format the Memory Card ... Frame by Frame Advance .. B Important Safeguards ........... 3 Index of Controls ..
