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... overheating. Retain Instructions - All warnings on the marking label. for the grounding electrode. Do not place this video unit from battery power, or other similar surface, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 8. Never place the video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The 3-wire grounding type plug will...
... overheating. Retain Instructions - All warnings on the marking label. for the grounding electrode. Do not place this video unit from battery power, or other similar surface, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 8. Never place the video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The 3-wire grounding type plug will...
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... Speed/Playback Time Use only those tapes having the Mini logo indicating the 6.35 mm digital standard. USB Device Driver for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP; IBM is a trademark. Cassette... a sliding record tab to the right (close). 6 Forassistance, pleasecall: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com AC Adaptor (PV-DAC11) 1 pc. 8 MB Memory Card with Lens Cap Strap (LSFC0016) (LSGQ0066)...and DC Cable (RP-SD008BMK0) 1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery (installed in SD Drive for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP and Macintosh; Battery Pack (CGR-D08/CGR-D08R) 1 pc. CD-ROM ...
... Speed/Playback Time Use only those tapes having the Mini logo indicating the 6.35 mm digital standard. USB Device Driver for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP; IBM is a trademark. Cassette... a sliding record tab to the right (close). 6 Forassistance, pleasecall: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com AC Adaptor (PV-DAC11) 1 pc. 8 MB Memory Card with Lens Cap Strap (LSFC0016) (LSGQ0066)...and DC Cable (RP-SD008BMK0) 1 pc. CR2025 Clock Battery (installed in SD Drive for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP and Macintosh; Battery Pack (CGR-D08/CGR-D08R) 1 pc. CD-ROM ...
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GAIN UP works together with the LED Light to CAMERA or M-CARD. 1 Press LIGHT. (Mode 1 ) • LED Light and GAIN UP turn ON. ... to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to enhance the light's brightness. Note • Using Light reduces battery time. • Set LIGHT to OFF when not in LED Light 3 Press LIGHT. (Mode 3 ) • LED Light turns OFF....even brighter. (p. 41) 1, 2, 3LIGHT 8 Forassistance, pleasecall: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before Using Using EfficiBright™ LED Light To brighten the natural colors in a scene.
GAIN UP works together with the LED Light to CAMERA or M-CARD. 1 Press LIGHT. (Mode 1 ) • LED Light and GAIN UP turn ON. ... to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to enhance the light's brightness. Note • Using Light reduces battery time. • Set LIGHT to OFF when not in LED Light 3 Press LIGHT. (Mode 3 ) • LED Light turns OFF....even brighter. (p. 41) 1, 2, 3LIGHT 8 Forassistance, pleasecall: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com Before Using Using EfficiBright™ LED Light To brighten the natural colors in a scene.
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... battery with Panasonic PART NO. Caution: Battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Keep away from up to the right, pull the Battery Tray out with your Palmcorder from children. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Dispose of in a fire. 9 Do not reverse the polarity. 3 Insert the Battery ..., such as shown A). Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of used battery properly. Remote Sensor To operate Camera functions: Set POWER to VCR. To operate VCR functions: Set POWER to CAMERA. Aim the IR Remote Control toward the ...
... battery with Panasonic PART NO. Caution: Battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Keep away from up to the right, pull the Battery Tray out with your Palmcorder from children. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Dispose of in a fire. 9 Do not reverse the polarity. 3 Insert the Battery ..., such as shown A). Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of used battery properly. Remote Sensor To operate Camera functions: Set POWER to VCR. To operate VCR functions: Set POWER to CAMERA. Aim the IR Remote Control toward the ...
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On the remote, press VCR 1 or VCR 2 to control the desired Palmcorder. 3, 4 JOG KEY 2MENU 1POWER Optional 1 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. • The POWER Lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is necessary to set one Remote Control (Optional). Note 5 Set the Remote ...of the Palmcorders to VCR 2. Before Using Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders You can control any two Panasonic Palmcorders with the Palmcorder you wish to control. (See above left.) • After replacing the Remote Control Battery, the remote will default to VCR 1. • When the Palmcorder and remote are not...
On the remote, press VCR 1 or VCR 2 to control the desired Palmcorder. 3, 4 JOG KEY 2MENU 1POWER Optional 1 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. • The POWER Lamp lights red. • Be sure POWER is necessary to set one Remote Control (Optional). Note 5 Set the Remote ...of the Palmcorders to VCR 2. Before Using Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders You can control any two Panasonic Palmcorders with the Palmcorder you wish to control. (See above left.) • After replacing the Remote Control Battery, the remote will default to VCR 1. • When the Palmcorder and remote are not...
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...• Charge the Battery. (p. 15) 2 1 1 Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up until it is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when the Palmcorder is on a tripod. (p. 7) 2 Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. 1 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. 3 Insert a cassette... record tab up, window side facing out. • Make sure the record tab is closed. (p. 6) 4 Press PUSH CLOSE mark to close the Cassette Compartment Cover. 12 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com Insert Cassette ...
...• Charge the Battery. (p. 15) 2 1 1 Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up until it is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when the Palmcorder is on a tripod. (p. 7) 2 Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. 1 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. 3 Insert a cassette... record tab up, window side facing out. • Make sure the record tab is closed. (p. 6) 4 Press PUSH CLOSE mark to close the Cassette Compartment Cover. 12 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com Insert Cassette ...
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To Watch Playback in the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. 1 Set POWER to CAMERA. LCD Monitor 3 Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to pause recording. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle. 3 Press (REW) to ... When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. 180° 90° Before you begin • Charge the Battery. (p. 15) 1 Set POWER to VCR. 2 Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock. Viewfinder 180° 90° 4 Press REC/PAUSE to ...
To Watch Playback in the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. 1 Set POWER to CAMERA. LCD Monitor 3 Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to pause recording. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle. 3 Press (REW) to ... When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. 180° 90° Before you begin • Charge the Battery. (p. 15) 1 Set POWER to VCR. 2 Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock. Viewfinder 180° 90° 4 Press REC/PAUSE to ...
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... used in the illustration above. 14 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com When inserting the Memory Card 3 Insert the Memory Card and gently push in until you begin • Charge the Battery. (p. 15) *Memory Card: MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (p. 94) • Be sure to the "LOCK...
... used in the illustration above. 14 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com When inserting the Memory Card 3 Insert the Memory Card and gently push in until you begin • Charge the Battery. (p. 15) *Memory Card: MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (p. 94) • Be sure to the "LOCK...
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...will light. • Remove the DC Cable, if attached, from the adaptor. 2 Attach the Battery as shown to charge. About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp • Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of operation (using EVF ) 3 when fully charged. CHARGE Lamp flashes...Remove the Battery once, wait a short time, then re-attach it locks with a click. 1 BATTERY RELEASE 1 While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE, slide the Battery downward and remove. 15 Slide the Battery out and then lift up . Insert the Battery Pack Remove the Battery Pack 21 2 1 Insert the Battery Pack and ...
...will light. • Remove the DC Cable, if attached, from the adaptor. 2 Attach the Battery as shown to charge. About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp • Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of operation (using EVF ) 3 when fully charged. CHARGE Lamp flashes...Remove the Battery once, wait a short time, then re-attach it locks with a click. 1 BATTERY RELEASE 1 While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE, slide the Battery downward and remove. 15 Slide the Battery out and then lift up . Insert the Battery Pack Remove the Battery Pack 21 2 1 Insert the Battery Pack and ...
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... charging or just after use .) 2 DC Output Connector 16 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion/polymer battery that is done in extreme low or high temperatures, Battery charge time increases. Plug in the AC Adaptor. • The POWER Lamp on the AC Adaptor, the...
... charging or just after use .) 2 DC Output Connector 16 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: A lithium ion/polymer battery that is done in extreme low or high temperatures, Battery charge time increases. Plug in the AC Adaptor. • The POWER Lamp on the AC Adaptor, the...
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...Clock Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. 1 Press MENU to display the Camera or VCR mode menu screen. (p. 18) CAMERA FUNCTIONS VCR FUNCTIONS EXAMPLE: YEAR : 2003 PUSH Push MONTH : JAN PUSH Rotate MONTH : FEB 2 Rotate JOG KEY to ...is displayed. 4 Rotate JOG KEY to select YEAR, then press JOG KEY to fix and move back to an item and correct. • If "CLOCK BATTERY" indication appears, please refer to the next item. Note • To make corrections, Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move to "Replacing Clock...
...Clock Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 15, 16) • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. 1 Press MENU to display the Camera or VCR mode menu screen. (p. 18) CAMERA FUNCTIONS VCR FUNCTIONS EXAMPLE: YEAR : 2003 PUSH Push MONTH : JAN PUSH Rotate MONTH : FEB 2 Rotate JOG KEY to ...is displayed. 4 Rotate JOG KEY to select YEAR, then press JOG KEY to fix and move back to an item and correct. • If "CLOCK BATTERY" indication appears, please refer to the next item. Note • To make corrections, Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move to "Replacing Clock...
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... • Using the LCD monitor will shut off automatically to exit this mode. 20 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com Camera Recording Using the LCD Monitor The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor can be used while recording. 180° 90° 90°...adjust the viewing angle. • The LCD monitor will automatically turn on. • When the LCD monitor is completely closed, it will reduce battery operating time. • Close the LCD monitor completely when not in use. Please refer to "To adjust the LCD/ EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR...
... • Using the LCD monitor will shut off automatically to exit this mode. 20 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com Camera Recording Using the LCD Monitor The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor can be used while recording. 180° 90° 90°...adjust the viewing angle. • The LCD monitor will automatically turn on. • When the LCD monitor is completely closed, it will reduce battery operating time. • Close the LCD monitor completely when not in use. Please refer to "To adjust the LCD/ EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOR...
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... POWER is played STOP back on this unit, the picture may appear mosaic. • Using the LCD monitor reduces battery operating time. • You can place the Palmcorder on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock and swing open. ... 5 Press (STOP) to play back your recording. Note • When a tape recorded in LP mode on 5 another digital video camera is fully turned to the VCR position. 2 Use OPEN tab on a table, etc. Playback Your Recordings Playback using the ... PHONE Jack 32 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com
... POWER is played STOP back on this unit, the picture may appear mosaic. • Using the LCD monitor reduces battery operating time. • You can place the Palmcorder on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock and swing open. ... 5 Press (STOP) to play back your recording. Note • When a tape recorded in LP mode on 5 another digital video camera is fully turned to the VCR position. 2 Use OPEN tab on a table, etc. Playback Your Recordings Playback using the ... PHONE Jack 32 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com
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...-D28A/1B AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable $119.95 800mAh / 1 h 30 min, Battery Pack $69.95 1 600mAh / 3 h, Battery Pack $99.95 2 800mAh/ 5 h, Battery Pack $129.95 CGR-D53A/1K PV-DDC9 PV-DRC9 5 300mAh / 9 h, Battery Pack $229.95 DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin) IR Remote Control $55.00 $29...) SD PCMCIA Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard) $49.95 Call For Pricing $79.95 $79.95 92 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com
...-D28A/1B AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable $119.95 800mAh / 1 h 30 min, Battery Pack $69.95 1 600mAh / 3 h, Battery Pack $99.95 2 800mAh/ 5 h, Battery Pack $129.95 CGR-D53A/1K PV-DDC9 PV-DRC9 5 300mAh / 9 h, Battery Pack $229.95 DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin) IR Remote Control $55.00 $29...) SD PCMCIA Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard) $49.95 Call For Pricing $79.95 $79.95 92 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com
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... OFF or disconnect the Palmcorder from children. WARNING Replace battery with Panasonic or Newsun type CR2025 only. Dispose of fire or explosion. Note • Keep Battery out of in a fire. Caution: battery may be harmful. • Improper installation, discharge, or missing battery causes "CLOCK BATTERY" to appear. • Battery life is pre-installed. Do not recharge, disassemble...
... OFF or disconnect the Palmcorder from children. WARNING Replace battery with Panasonic or Newsun type CR2025 only. Dispose of fire or explosion. Note • Keep Battery out of in a fire. Caution: battery may be harmful. • Improper installation, discharge, or missing battery causes "CLOCK BATTERY" to appear. • Battery life is pre-installed. Do not recharge, disassemble...
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...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.LINK (IEEE1394) Video Signal: EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning...8 MB Memory Card) Approx. 70 images (NORMAL mode) Approx. 30 images (FINE mode) Image Format JPEG (Design Rule for Camera File System) Operating Temperature: 32 °F~104 °F (0 °C~40 °C) Operating Humidity: 10 %~75 % Weight: Palmcorder : 0.46 kg 1.01...
...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.LINK (IEEE1394) Video Signal: EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning...8 MB Memory Card) Approx. 70 images (NORMAL mode) Approx. 30 images (FINE mode) Image Format JPEG (Design Rule for Camera File System) Operating Temperature: 32 °F~104 °F (0 °C~40 °C) Operating Humidity: 10 %~75 % Weight: Palmcorder : 0.46 kg 1.01...
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Before Requesting Service Cleaning Care for Video Heads Clogged Video Head (a) Video Head Cleaning: Normally, your nearest Panasonic Servicenter. An alternate solution is to follow the cleaning instructions carefully. Please use of the head cleaning cassette could shorten video head life. Be sure to ...function operation until the previous operation is recommended that head cleaning be performed by a qualified service technician. Do not remove the battery (if attached) and write down the displayed number on -screen, the camcorder may require cleaning. (b) Cleaning the Heads: It...
Before Requesting Service Cleaning Care for Video Heads Clogged Video Head (a) Video Head Cleaning: Normally, your nearest Panasonic Servicenter. An alternate solution is to follow the cleaning instructions carefully. Please use of the head cleaning cassette could shorten video head life. Be sure to ...function operation until the previous operation is recommended that head cleaning be performed by a qualified service technician. Do not remove the battery (if attached) and write down the displayed number on -screen, the camcorder may require cleaning. (b) Cleaning the Heads: It...
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...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 set to REC or REC/ PAUSE mode. (p. 19) • Make sure the Audio on the VCR MENU... is fully charged. (p. 15) • Make sure all necessary cables are pressed... Video cassette cannot be monitored... Check the list below for symptoms...
...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 set to REC or REC/ PAUSE mode. (p. 19) • Make sure the Audio on the VCR MENU... is fully charged. (p. 15) • Make sure all necessary cables are pressed... Video cassette cannot be monitored... Check the list below for symptoms...
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... appears. 100 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com To replace the Clock Battery, set to an already full Memory Card, or when setting is...power source. If the video heads require cleaning, "NEED HEAD CLEANING" will appear. Card is turned ON again. When an AUDIO DUB is discharged, "CLOCK BATTERY" will appear for .... If excessive moisture condenses in 15 seconds. (p. 113) When the Clock Battery is attempted on . When a battery recharge is in CAMERA mode without a cassette inserted, " " will flash and "TAPE NOT INSERTED...
... appears. 100 Forassistance,pleasecall:1-800-211-PANA(7262)orsende-mailto:consumerproducts@panasonic.com To replace the Clock Battery, set to an already full Memory Card, or when setting is...power source. If the video heads require cleaning, "NEED HEAD CLEANING" will appear. Card is turned ON again. When an AUDIO DUB is discharged, "CLOCK BATTERY" will appear for .... If excessive moisture condenses in 15 seconds. (p. 113) When the Clock Battery is attempted on . When a battery recharge is in CAMERA mode without a cassette inserted, " " will flash and "TAPE NOT INSERTED...
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...other business), rental use of the product, service by the warrantor, or failures which are not warranted. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are caused by products not supplied by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other memory or recorded ... Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as "the ...
...other business), rental use of the product, service by the warrantor, or failures which are not warranted. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are caused by products not supplied by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other memory or recorded ... Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as "the ...