User manual PANASONIC AG-HVX200

Memory Card Camera-Recorder Model No. AG- P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. F1205S3046-H D Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT0S52-3 Reference Menu Displays Editing Playback Shooting Preparation Description of parts Operating Instructions Before use CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION: THE AC RECEPTACLE (MAINS SOCKET OUTLET) SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE. CAUTION: Danger of explosion or fire if battery is mistreated. For Battery Pack · Replace only with same or specified type. · Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire. · Do not store in temperatures over 60°C (140°F). · Use specified charger. For Battery of Remote Controller · Replace battery with part No. CR2025 only. · Do not recharge the battery. · Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire. · Do not store in temperatures over 60°C (140°F). Camera-Recorder The rating plate is on the underside of the viewfinder. AC Adapter The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adapter. Disconnect the AC mains plug from the AC mains socket when not in use. WARNING: · TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. · TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or any other confined space. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other materials do not obstruct the ventilation. indicates safety information. IMPORTANT "Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws." 2 FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: Trade Name: Responsible Party: AG-HVX200P PANASONIC Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company 1-800-524-1448 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized modifications. CAUTION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The user may find the booklet "Something About Interference" available from FCC local regional offices helpful. FCC Warning: To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to host computer or peripheral devices. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user's authority to operate this device. NOTIFICATION (Canada) This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numéique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. indicates safety information. A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. 3 Software information for this product 1. Customer advisory: This product includes software licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) and GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL); customers have the right to download, modify, and redistribute source code for this software. Descriptions of the GPL and LGPL are stored on the installation CD included with this camera-recorder. See the folder named \LDOC. (The description is the original (written in English).) To download the relevant source code, visit https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pro-av/ Please note that we cannot answer any questions you may have about the content, etc. of any source code you may obtain from the above Web site. 2. This product includes software licensed under the MIT License. A description of the MIT is stored on the installation CD included with this camera-recorder. See the folder named \LDOC. (The description is the original (written in English).) · LEICA is a trademark of Leica Microsystems IRGmbH. · DICOMAR is a trademark of Leica Camera AG. · SD logo is a trademark. All other explanations, company names, and product names are the registered trademarks of the respective companies. 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 5 Contents Before use Software information for this product .......... 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... 5 Outline of operations ..................................... 8 Read this first! .............................................. 10 Accessories .................................................. 11 About this manual ........................................ 11 Remove the cassette tape ............................... 30 Cassette tapes ................................................ 31 Using SD memory cards .............................. 32 Installing and removing the SD memory card . 32 Formatting SD memory card ........................... 32 Cautions in using SD memory cards ............... 32 Using the zoom function.............................. 33 Variable frame rates (VFR) ........................... 34 Native recording .............................................. 35 Standard recording .......................................... 35 Using variable frame rates (VFR) .................... 36 Description of parts Description of parts ..................................... 12 Right side and rear side .................................. 12 Left side ........................................................... 13 Terminals and mounting parts ......................... 14 Remote control ................................................ 15 Shooting in 1080i/480i progressive mode .. 37 Shooting in manual mode............................ 38 Switching to manual mode ............................. 38 Manual focusing ............................................. 38 Using focus assist............................................ 38 Iris adjustments ............................................... 39 Adjusting the gain ............................................ 39 Light intensity adjustments .............................. 39 Adjusting the white balance ............................. 40 Preparation The battery .................................................... 16 Charging .......................................................... 16 Installing and removing the power supply .................................. 17 Installing and removing the battery ................. 17 Connecting and disconnecting the power cord ... 17 Shooting techniques for different targets .. 42 Low-angle shooting ......................................... 42 Self-portrait shooting ...................................... 42 Zebra pattern .................................................. 43 Marker ............................................................. 43 Checking and displaying shooting status ........ 44 Changing the image size ................................. 44 Optical Image Stabilizer .................................. 45 Adding effects to images ................................. 45 Using the USER buttons ................................. 45 Backlight compensation................................... 45 Color bars ........................................................ 45 Adjusting the volume while shooting ............... 46 Backup recording ............................................ 46 Pre-recording (PRE REC) ............................... 47 Interval recording (INTERVAL REC)................ 47 One-shot recording (ONE-SHOT REC) ........... 47 Loop recording (LOOP REC) .......................... 48 2-slot continuous recording ............................. 48 Shot mark function .......................................... 48 Text memo recording ....................................... 48 Finding specific scenes(image search) ........... 49 Index recording ................................................ 49 Adjusting the hand strap ............................. 18 Attaching the shoulder strap....................... 18 Detaching and attaching the lens hood ..... 18 The remote control ....................................... 19 Insert the battery ............................................. 19 Remote control setup ...................................... 19 Turn on/off the camera ................................. 20 Tally lamp ...................................................... 20 Viewfinder ..................................................... 21 Using the viewfinder ........................................ 21 Using the LCD ................................................. 22 Emphasizing outlines ...................................... 22 Adjusting the screen display ............................ 23 Setting the calendar ..................................... 24 Shooting Basic shooting operations (P2 card) .......... 25 Preparing to shoot using a P2 card ................. 25 Shooting in auto mode .................................... 25 Checking photos taken (REC CHECK) ........... 26 P2 card access lamps ..................................... 26 Protecting against a possible erasure ............. 26 Formatting P2 cards ........................................ 27 Recording times .............................................. 27 Remove the P2 card ........................................ 28 Adjusting the shutter speed ........................ 50 Synchro scan ................................................... 51 Switching Audio Input .................................. 52 Using the built-in microphone .......................... 52 Using another microphone and audio equipment ................................... 52 Adjusting the recording level ........................... 53 Basic shooting operations (Cassette tape) ...................................... 29 Preparing to shoot using a tape ...................... 29 Shooting in auto mode .................................... 29 Checking scenes taken (REC CHECK) ........... 30 Using scene files .......................................... 54 Changing scene file settings ........................... 54 Saving scene files and other settings on SD memory cards ............................ 56 Clip metadata ................................................ 57 6 Using the Counter ........................................ 58 Counter display (P2 card / Tape) ..................... 58 Memory stop mode (Tape) .............................. 58 1394TC preset mode ...................................... 58 Warnings ......................................................... 85 Charging the built-in battery/ Setting the time data ............................ 59 Recharging the built-in battery ........................ 59 Setting the time code ....................................... 59 Specifying the time code (TC PRESET) .......... 59 Setting user information .................................. 60 Dubbing ......................................................... 86 Dubbing the contents of P2 cards onto a tape (dubbing mode) ........................................... 86 Digital input/output (P2 card/Tape) .................. 87 Analog output (P2 card/Tape) .......................... 88 Analog input (Tape) ......................................... 89 Playback Basic playback operations (P2 card) .......... 62 Basic playback operations (Tape) ............... 63 Thumbnail screen ......................................... 64 Basic thumbnail screen operations ................. 64 Adding shot marks to clips .............................. 66 Clearing the thumbnail screen......................... 66 Direct shooting functions ................................. 66 Displays Screen displays ............................................ 90 Regular displays .............................................. 90 Warnings ......................................................... 93 Setting the DISPLAY items .............................. 95 Menus Using the setup menus ................................ 96 Using the menus ............................................ 96 Initializing the menu settings .......................... 97 Thumbnail operations .................................. 67 Selecting the thumbnail display method (THUMBNAIL) ............................................. 67 Deleting clips and formatting cards (OPERATION) ............................................. 69 Checking the clip or card information (PROPERTY) .............................................. 70 Uploading the metadata (META DATA) ............ 72 Setup menu structure .................................. 98 Camera mode menu ........................................ 98 MCR/VCR (playback and external input) mode menu ................................................. 99 Dubbing mode menu ....................................... 99 Setup menu list ........................................... 100 SCENE FILE screen ...................................... 100 CAMERA SETUP screen .............................. 102 SW MODE screen ......................................... 103 AUTO SW screen .......................................... 105 RECORDING SETUP screen ........................ 106 PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS screen .................. 109 DUBBING SETUP screen ............................. 111 AV IN/OUT SETUP screen ............................ 111 DISPLAY SETUP screen ............................... 112 CARD FUNCTIONS screen .......................... 114 OTHER FUNCTIONS screen ........................ 114 OPTION MENU ............................................. 118 Useful playback functions ........................... 73 Variable speed search (P2 card / Tape)........... 73 Slow playback (P2 card / Tape) ....................... 73 Fast forward/rewind playback (P2 card) .......... 73 Fast forward/rewind playback (Tape) ............... 73 Frame-by-frame playback (P2 card / Tape)...... 74 Clip skip (P2 card) ........................................... 74 End search (Tape) ........................................... 74 Index search (Tape) ......................................... 75 Adjusting the volume (P2 card / Tape) ............. 75 Viewing images on a television (P2 card / Tape) ........................................... 75 Checking the date and time (P2 card / Tape) .. 75 Editing Connecting external units ........................... 76 Headphones .................................................... 76 External microphone ....................................... 76 Computer (non-linear editing/file transfer) ....... 77 Hard disk drive (data copying) ......................... 77 Digital video equipment (Dubbing) .................. 78 Video deck (Dubbing) ...................................... 79 TV/Monitor (playback/dubbing) ........................ 79 Reference Before calling for service ........................... 119 Operating precautions ............................... 123 Updating the driver in the camera ............ 125 Condensation.............................................. 125 System resetting......................................... 126 Cleaning ...................................................... 126 Video Heads ................................................ 127 Storage Precautions................................... 128 Recording format ........................................ 129 Appendix ..................................................... 130 Specifications ............................................. 131 Audio dubbing .............................................. 80 Nonlinear editing with P2 card (PC mode) .............................................. 82 Before use Copying from P2 cards to the hard disk drive (1394 HOST mode) ................................ 84 7 Outline of operations This unit is compatible with P2 (Professional Plug-in) cards or DV cassette tapes. The P2 card has a large capacity with a high transfer rate, and allows you sophisticated movie-making on this handy camera, including HD (High Definition) recording and smooth editing/dubbing. Flow of shooting, playing and saving The setting values such as the user file are saved to and read from the SD memory card. 1 P2 mode shooting and playback (Pages 25 and 73) 2 Cassette tape shooting and playback (Pages 29 and 73) P2 card DV cassette tape You can use the following features: · HD (High Definition) recording · Multi format recording · Variable frame rates Slow & quick motion recording · Maximum 4 channel uncompressed digital audio recording · DV recording (480i) · DV recording (480i) · Dubbing mode recording from a P2 card is possible. 3 Dubbing mode (Page 86) Dubbing mode is a function for down-converting contents recorded in HD (1080i, 720P) on the P2 card to an DV format (480i) and recording it to tape. You can record onto DV tape contents that have a slow & quick motion effect. This is useful when backing up images and checking images on AV equipment. · You cannot simultaneously shoot on both the P2 card and the DV cassette tape. · High-definition (HD) recording to a DV tape is not possible. 8 4 P2 card PC mode (Page 82) The data (file) is transferred for nonlinear editing on your computer or other unit. Computer USB2.0 (Windows) IEEE1394 (Macintosh) 5 1394 host mode (Page 84) The unit directly controls the external hard disk drive, and transfers the data (file) to it. External hard disk IEEE1394 (SBP-2) DV cassette tape IEEE1394 (Windows/Macintosh) AV cable Video equipment /Television Computer Memory card recorder Component video cable The contents can be transferred as a data stream (digital dubbing). Serial Bus Protocol-2 Before use Saving and editing on external devices 9 Read this first! Always take some trial shots before actual shooting. · When shooting important events (such as weddings), always take some trial shots and check that the sound and images have been recorded properly before actual shooting. Be sure to check and set the calendar and time zone. · These settings affect the control and playback sequence of the recorded contents. Before making a recording, set and check the calendar and time zone. (Page 24) Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings. · Please understand that Panasonic makes no guarantees for your recordings in cases where images and/ or sound were not recorded as you intended due to problems with the camera-recorder or cassette. Respect copyrights · Copyright laws forbid the use of video and audio material you have recorded for any purpose other than your own personal enjoyment. Remember that restrictions apply to the shooting of certain material even if it is intended for private use. Caution regarding laser beams · The CCD may be damaged if it is subjected to light from a laser beam. When using the camera-recorder in locations where laser irradiation equipment is used, be careful not to allow the laser beam to shine directly on the lens. Notes when connecting a DV (IEEE1394) cable · Windows: Before connecting, turn off the main unit power, and check the shape and orientation of the terminal. · Macintosh: After turning on the power of the Apple Macintosh computer, check the shape and orientation of the terminal, and then connect the cable. (Pages 77, 78) Media that can be used in this unit The following media can be used in this unit. For details, refer to the respective pages. · P2 card (Page 27) · Digital video cassette tape (Page 29) · SD memory card (Page 32) Mounting the camera-recorder on a tripod The tripod mounting hole is 5.5 mm deep. Do not force the tripod screw beyond this depth. You can damage the camera-recorder if you use any screw other than 1/4-20UNC. For other usage notes, see page 123. Attach the tripod to the tripod hole. 10 Accessories Before use Battery 1 AC Adapter AC power supply cord /DC cord Wireless remote control and button battery (CR2025) Eye cup Microphone holder 6-mm screws 12-mm screws (2) Microphone holder (2) adapter Shoulder belt Component video cable PIN-BNC conversion Ferrite core 2 plugs (3) Documents and CD A lens hood cap (page 18) and INPUT 1/2 terminal (page 14) cover are attached to the camera-recorder. 1 For part numbers for the battery, see "OPTIONAL UNITS". (Page 133) 2 When using 1394 cable (sold separately), install a ferrite core on the end nearest the PC. (Page 78) About this manual Note concerning illustrations in these instructions · Illustrations (camera-recorder, menu screens, etc.) in these operating instructions differ slightly from the actual camera-recorder. References · References are shown as (Page 10). Icons Explanations specific to the media used are identified by the icons below. P2 : Explanations for P2 card usage only. TAPE : Explanations for tape usage only. 11 Description of parts Right side and rear side 3 1 4 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 18 19 20 2 1 PUSH 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 24 26 28 31 23 25 27 29 30 1 POWER switch (Page 20) 2 START/STOP button (Pages 25 and 29) 3 OPEN/EJECT switch (Page 29) 4 REC CHECK button (Pages 25 and 30) 5 HANDLE ZOOM switch (Page 33) 6 Zoom button (Page 33) 7 Handle zoom button (Page 33) 8 Handle START/STOP button (Pages 25 and 29) 9 Pin hole (for zoom ring) (Page 13) 10 Built-in stereo microphone (Page 52) 11 Tally lamp (Front) (Page 20) 12 Remote control sensor (Front) 13 Cassette holder (Pages 29 and 30) 14 Cassette cover (Pages 29 and 30) 15 White balance sensor (Page 40) 16 INPUT 1/2 (audio input) switch (Page 52) 17 Lens hood screw (Page 18) 18 P2 card access lamp (x 2) (Page 26) 19 Viewfinder (Page 21) 20 P2 card slot (x 2) (Page 25) 21 SCENE FILE dial (Page 54) 22 Mode button (Page 25 and 29) 23 Mode lamp (Page 25 and 29) 24 Remote control sensor (Rear) 25 Tally lamp (Rear) (Page 20) 26 MEDIA (P2/TAPE) switch (Pages 25 and 29) 27 EVF DTL button (Page 22) 28 Power terminal (Page 17) 29 AUDIO control (Page 53) 30 DC INPUT terminal (7.9 V) 31 Battery release button (Page 17) 12 Left side 1 2 3 4 AUDIO DUB/ THUMBNAIL 22 REC END SEARCH 23 SET 19 20 21 18 25 BARS RESET 24 MENU PAGE/ AUDIO MON/VAR 26 27 SPEED SEL SHUTTER CH 1 SELECT CH 2 SELECT INT(L) INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INT(R) INPUT 2 INPUT 1 ON OFF INPUT 2 ON OFF AUDIO COUNTER RESET/TC SET AWB ZOOM SERVO MANUAL MIC POWER +48V ZEBRA OIS 8 6 7 10 12 9 11 13 14 15 16 17 28 29 30 31 32 5 1 Focus ring (Page 38) 2 Zoom ring (Page 33) If you don't need the zoom ring pin, fit it into the provided pin hole (Page 12) so that you don't lose it. 3 FOCUS ASSIST button (Page 38) 4 Built-in speaker (Page 75) 5 ZOOM switch (Page 33) 6 AWB button (Page 40) 7 FOCUS switch (Page 38) 8 PUSH AUTO button (Page 38) 9 IRIS dial (Page 39) 10 ND FILTER switch (Page 39) 11 IRIS button (Page 39) 12 GAIN switch (Page 39) 13 WHITE BAL switch (Page 40) 14 DISP/MODE CHK button (Page 44) 15 USER button (Page 45) 16 AUTO/MANUAL switch (Pages 25 and 29) 17 LCD monitor (Page 22) 18 Diopter adjustment dial (Page 21) 19 AUDIO DUB/THUMBNAIL button (Pages 66 and 80) 20 MENU button (Page 96) 21 PAGE/AUDIO MON/VAR button (Pages 46 and 73) 22 REC button (Page 87) 23 END SEARCH button (Page 74) 24 Operation button (Page 96) 25 BARS button (Page 45) 26 CH1, CH2 SELECT switch (Page 52) 27 SHUTTER, SPEED SEL+/- button (Page 50) 28 RESET button (Page 126) 29 COUNTER - RESET/TC SET button (Page 58) 30 ZEBRA button (Page 43) 31 OIS button (Page 45) 32 INPUT1, 2 switch (MIC POWER +48 V) (Page 52) 13 Description of parts Description of parts (continued) Terminals and mounting parts 1 2 3 4 USB 2.0 1394 5 6 CAM REMOTE 11 ZOOM SS FOCUS IRIS 8 S-VIDEO IN/OUT 9 10 CH1 IN/ AUDIO OUT 12 COMPONENT OUT CH2 7 1 Light shoe 2 Microphone shoe (Page 76) 3 USB terminal (Mini-B) (Pages 77 and 82) 4 Headphone jack (3.5 mm stereo mini jack) (Page 76) 5 1394 terminal (Page 77) 6 SD memory card slot (Pages 32 and 56) 7 CAM REMOTE jack FOCUS/IRIS (3.5 mm mini jack) You can connect a remote control unit to control the FOCUS and IRIS (aperture). ZOOM S/S (2.5 mm super mini jack) You can connect a remote control unit to control zoom and start/stop of recording. 8 Tripod hole (Page 10) 9 AUDIO IN/OUT CH1/CH2 terminal (Page 79) 10 VIDEO IN/OUT terminal (Page 79) 11 INPUT 1/2 terminal (XLR, 3 pin) (Pages 52 and 80) 12 S-VIDEO IN/OUT terminal (Page 79) 13 COMPONENT OUT terminal (Page 79) IN/ OUT 13 VIDEO Do not connect any equipment except the remote controller to the remote control jack. Connecting any equipment other than the remote control may cause the image brightness to change and/or the images to appear out of focus. 14 Remote control 1 DATE/TIME button (Page 75) The following buttons are for functions that cannot be executed on the camera-recorder. · PHOTO SHOT · MULTI/P-IN-P · STORE · PB. ZOOM · TITLE · SELECT · OFF/ON 2 OSD button (Page 75) 3 COUNTER button (Page 58) Same function as the COUNTER button on the main unit. 4 COUNTER RESET button (Page 58) Same function as the COUNTER RESET button on the main unit. 5 A.DUB button (Page 80) Same function as the AUDIO DUB button on the main unit. 6 REC button (Page 87) Used during VCR mode 7 PLAY button ( ) (Page 62) 8 /REW button ( ) (Page 62) 1 2 3 7 9 12 8 10 11 6 OSD DATE/ TIME PHOTO SHOT START/ STOP COUNTER RESET MULTI/ P-IN-P /REW TITLE ZOOM 4 15 14 5 13 9 PAUSE button ( ) (Page 62) Like the operation buttons of the camera, MENU operations are performed using SET button. 10 STILL ADV button ( 11 INDEX buttons ( 13 FF/ button ( , , ) (Page 73) ) (Page 75) PLAY FF/ - VOL + REC A.DUB 12 STOP button ( ) (Page 62) ) (Page 62) STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV 10 11 PB. ZOOM INDEX STOP INDEX SELECT Buttons for shooting and volume control 14 START/STOP button Same function as the START/STOP button on the main unit. 15 ZOOM/VOL buttons (Pages 33 and 75) 16 VAR. SEARCH button (Page 73) 17 MENU button Functions the same as the MENU button on the camera. [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] buttons Function the same as the , , on the camera. , buttons VAR. SEARCH 16 STORE MENU SET ITEM 17 OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL 15 Description of parts The battery Charging Before using the battery, fully charge it with the AC adapter. Keep a spare battery with you. Recording time of included battery Recharging time Approx. 330 min. Continuous recording time Approx. 140 min. 1 Align the battery with the " " marking on the AC adapter, place it flat, and slide it in the direction shown below. · You cannot charge the battery if the DC cord is connected to the DC OUT connector, so disconnect it first. · The times given above are approximate for when scenes are shot in the DVCPRO HD mode on a P2 card while using the viewfinder. · The times apply when the ambient operating temperature is 68°F (20°C) and humidity is 60%. Charging may take longer at other temperatures and humidity levels. 2 Plug the AC cord into the power outlet. · The POWER lamp and CHARGE lamp on the AC adapter light, and charging begins. · If the CHARGE lamp does not light when attached, detach the battery and then attach it again. POWER CHARGE 3 When the battery is charged, the CHARGE lamp on the AC adapter goes out. 4 Slide the battery and remove it. · Keep metal objects (such as necklaces and hairpins) away from the battery. Shortcircuiting may occur across the terminals, causing the battery to heat up, and you may seriously burn yourself if you touch the battery in this state. · The battery becomes hot while it is being used or charged. The camera-recorder itself also becomes hot during use. · The recordable time reduces if you repeatedly start and stop recording. · Discharge the battery before storing it. When storing it for an extended time, charge it at least once a year, use up its charge in the camerarecorder, and then store it again. · If the battery is extremely hot or cold, the CHARGE lamp will blink several times before charging starts. · If the CHARGE lamp continues to blink even when the battery temperature is normal, there may be something wrong with the battery or AC adapter. Contact your dealer. · The battery takes longer to charge when it is warm. · The AC adapter can interfere with radio reception so keep radios at least 1 meter away from it. · The AC adapter may make some noise when you are using it, but this is normal. · You cannot charge the battery when supplying power to the camera-recorder from the AC adapter. · Operation of battery pack CGR-D16 (1600mAh) (sold separately) is not guaranteed. 16 Installing and removing the power supply Installing and removing the battery Installation Insert the battery until it clicks into place. Removal 1 Set the POWER switch to OFF, and check that the mode lamp is off. 2 Remove the battery while pressing the battery release button. · Support the battery with your hand to ensure that it will not fall. Preparation Mode lamp Battery release button Connecting and disconnecting the power cord Installation Removal 1 Connect the DC cord to the AC adapter. 2 Plug the AC power supply cord into the power outlet. 1 Set the POWER switch to OFF, and check that the mode lamp is off. 2 Remove the DC cord's battery connector the power outlet. 3 Insert the DC cord's battery connector until it clicks into place. while pressing the battery release button. 3 Disconnect the AC power supply cord from · You cannot charge the battery when supplying power to the camera-recorder from the AC adapter. CAUTION: · This unit can be operated at a voltage in the range of 100-240V AC. An AC plug adapter may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC. If a conversion plug is required, consult with your dealer as to which one is to be purchased. · Disconnect the AC power supply cord from the power outlet when the unit is not going to be used. DC cord's battery connector 17 Adjusting the hand strap Adjust the hand strap to suit your hand. 1 Open the cover and adjust the length. 2 Close the cover. · Make sure the cover is fully closed. Attaching the shoulder strap Attach the shoulder strap and use it as a precaution against dropping the camera. 20 mm or more 20 mm or more Detaching and attaching the lens hood Detaching the lens hood · Loosen the screw and turn the lens hood counterclockwise to detach it. Attaching the lens hood · Turn the lens hood clockwise and fix in position with the screw. · Be sure to attach the lens hood cap to protect the lens when not in use. Screw 18 The remote control Insert the battery Remote control setup When using two camera-recorders simultaneously, set this camera-recorder and the remote control to either [VCR1] or [VCR2] so the remote control does not operate the wrong camera-recorder by mistake. 1 Push the catch in the direction shown by arrow (1) to remove the holder. Setting 2 Insert the battery with the "+" marked side facing up. · Wireless remote control Press the STOP ( ) and STILL ADV ( ) buttons at the same time to set the remote control unit for use with VCR1. Alternatively, press the STOP ( ) and STILL ADV ( ) buttons at the same time to set the remote control unit for use with VCR2. When the battery in the remote control unit is replaced, the remote control unit is set for use with VCR1. · Camera In the setup menus, OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, REMOTE, set to VCR1 or VCR2. (Page 114) If different settings are used for the camerarecorder and remote control unit, "REMOTE" lights in red on the viewfinder and LCD monitor. 3 Return the holder to its original position. · When the battery (CR2025) has run out, replace it with a new one. (The battery lasts about one year, depending on the frequency of use.) If the remote control unit fails to work even when it is operated near the camera-recorder's remote control sensor, the battery has run out. · Keep the battery out of the reach of children. OSD DATE/ TIME PHOTO SHOT START/ STOP COUNTER RESET MULTI/ P-IN-P /REW TITLE ZOOM PLAY FF/ STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV VCR2 INDEX STOP INDEX - VOL + REC A.DUB VCR1 PB. ZOOM SELECT VAR. SEARCH STORE MENU SET ITEM OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL 19 Preparation Turn on/off the camera While pressing the lock release, move the POWER switch to ON or OFF. Turn on the camera: The mode lamp (CAMERA) lights red (CAMERA mode) and the camera is now in the shooting standby mode. Turn off the camera: The red mode lamp goes out. · Power saving mode The camera-recorder performs as follows when you pause or leave it in standby mode for about 5 minutes, and do not perform any specified operations. ON: The camera recorder turns off automatically. OFF: Do not switch OFF the camera. In the TAPE mode, however, put the cylinder head alone in a stopped (standby) status. See the setup menus, OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, POWER SAVE (page 117) for details. · When the operation mode buttons flash in sequence starting with the top one and the power then goes off, it means that there is no charge left in the battery. Recharge the battery. Mode button CAMERA MCR PC VCR DUB ON OFF Lock release Mode lamp Tally lamp The tally lamp can be made to light up during shooting by selecting "ON" as the REC LAMP set-ting in the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen. (Page 115) When the camera-recorder is in any of the following states, the tally lamp blinks. · When an operation initiated by the remote control unit has been received (8 blinks/sec.) · When shooting starts in the TAPE mode (8 blinks/ sec.) · When the end of the tape is reached (4 blinks/ sec.) · When trouble occurs regarding tape running systems (4 blinks/sec.) · When the remaining battery capacity runs out (4 blinks/sec.) · When the available recording space on the P2 card or tape or the battery power is low (1 blink/ sec.) · When removing the P2 card during access (4 blinks/sec.) · When there is no recording space left on the P2 card (4 blinks/sec.) Tally lamp 20 Viewfinder This camera has two viewfinders; one is a miniature LCD in the viewfinder and the other is a retractable 3.5-inch LCD. Use the viewfinder that best suits the application and shooting conditions. · The brightness and hue may differ between the images appearing on the viewfinder and LCD monitor and those displayed on a TV monitor. To see how the final images will appear, check them on a TV monitor. Fitting the eye cup Attach the eye cup by aligning the projections on the eye cup holder and eye cup and fitting them together. · Turning the eye cup after attaching it may cause the eye cup holder to come off. If the eyecup holder does come off, see "Cleaning the Viewfinder" (page 126) for details on how to refit it. Eye cup holder Eye cup Preparation Using the viewfinder 1 Set the POWER switch to ON and check that images appear in the viewfinder. · Keep the LCD monitor closed. ON 2 Adjust the viewfinder's angle so that the Projection screen is positioned where it is easiest to see. · You can move the view finder out to about 90° perpendicular to the camera. 3 Adjust the diopter adjustment lever so that you can see the characters on the viewfinder screen clearly. Viewfinder diopter dial Eye piece Do not point the eye piece at the sun. Doing so may damage the parts inside. 21 Viewfinder (continued) Using the LCD Emphasizing outlines Emphasizing the outlines of the images you see in the viewfinder or on the LCD makes it easier to focus. Emphasizing the outlines does not effect the images you shoot. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. 2 Press the OPEN button in the direction shown by arrow (1) to open the LCD. It can open out to 120 degrees. Do not try to open it further as this will damage the camera. 1 In CAMERA mode, press EVF DTL. EVF DTL button · "EVF DTL ON" appears on the screen for about 2 seconds. 3 Position the LCD monitor where it is easiest to see. · The monitor can be rotated 180° toward the lens and 90° toward you. · Do not apply unnecessary force to the open LCD. This can damage the camera. Press EVF DTL again to return to the original display. "EVF DTL OFF" appears on the screen for about 2 seconds. · Ensure the LCD is fully closed. · Both the LCD and viewfinder come on when you have rotated the LCD to face in the same direction as the lens for self-portrait shooting. 22 Adjusting the screen display 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 20) 2 Press the MENU button. SET 5 Adjust the selected item using the operation button. or Operation button MENU 3 Viewfinder adjustments 6 Press MENU three times to exit the menus. · You can return the settings for EVF SET and LCD SET to the factory settings by selecting the item and pressing COUNTER RESET (if it is possible to change the item at that time). · The viewfinder remains on when you open the LCD if you have set the EVF MODE in the DISPLAY SETUP screen to ON. · The viewfinder display can be in color or black and white. (See the setup menus, DISPLAY SETUP screen, EVF COLOR.) The resolution is the same for both of them. Set YES under EVF SET on the setting menu DISPLAY SETUP screen. LCD monitor adjustments Set YES under LCD SET on the setting menu DISPLAY SETUP screen. 4 Select the item to be set using the operation button. or 23 Preparation · For menu operation (Page 96) · You can also use the menu buttons on the remote control. (Page 15) Setting the calendar The CLOCK SET value is recorded in the contents (clip), and affects the sequence of playback of the thumbnails. Before carrying out recording, be sure to check and set CLOCK SET and TIME ZONE. This shows you how to adjust the calendar to 5:20 PM on December 25, 2005. 6 Press the operation button to move the setting item to MONTH. 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 20) 2 Press the MENU button. 3 In the setup menus, OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, TIME ZONE, set the time difference from Greenwich mean time using the or operation button. (Page 116) 7 Press the or operation button to set MONTH to DEC. (Example of MENU in the TAPE mode) SET 8 Set DAY, HOUR, and MIN using the method shown in steps 4 and 5. · This is a 24-hour clock. Operation button MENU · For menu operation (Page 96) · You can also use the menu buttons on the remote control. (Page 15) 4 In the setup menus, OTHER FUNCTIONS screen, CLOCK SET, select YES. 9 Press MENU three times to exit the menus. · The clock can vary in accuracy so check that the time is correct before shooting. · When using the camera overseas, do not set the CLOCK option to the current time, but instead enter the time difference from Greenwich mean time according to TIME ZONE. 5 Press the or YEAR to 2005. operation button to set Choose a year between 2000 and 2030. 24 Basic shooting operations (P2 card) Preparing to shoot using a P2 card Shooting in auto mode P2 1 Switch the MEDIA switch to "P2". 2 Set the POWER switch to ON. (Page 20) 3 Lift up the viewfinder and open the card slot cover. 1 Turn the POWER switch to ON. (Page 20) · Check that the mode lamp (CAMERA) is lighted red. If not, press the mode button. 2 Switch the AUTO/MANUAL switch to AUTO to select auto mode. · "A" appears on the viewfinder and LCD screens. · The focus, gain, iris and white balance are adjusted automatically. 4 Insert the P2 card securely in the card slot.