Digital Video Camera Model No. NV-MX1B NV-MX5B NV-MX7B Operating Instructions NV-MX1B NV-MX5B NV-MX7B Card Functions (MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card) External Input Recording Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT8901 Check List for the Standard Accessories Controls and Functions For more details, see the pages indicated in brackets. AC Adaptor Set . . . . . . AC Adaptor ...... . . . . . . Remote Controller (N2QAEC000003) 12 . . . . . . Button-Type Battery (CR2025) . . . . . . AC Mains Lead . . . . . . (VJA0940) 34 5 . . . . . . Lens Hood (VYQ1988) . . . . . . DC Input Lead (K2GJ2DZ00010) = > ? < . . . . . . Battery Pack (VSB0418) . . . . . . Lens Cap (VYP7852) Lens Cap Cord (VGQ5138) 6 7 8 9: ; @ A B . . . . . . Shoulder Strap (VFC3506) . . . . . . AV Cable (K2KC4CB00001) . . . . . . Digital Video Head Cleaner (VFK1451) . . . . . . . . . S-Video Cable (K2KZ9BA00001) . . . . . . MultiMediaCard (VFA0324) (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) 1 Smart Accessory Shoe (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) The Video Flash (VW-FLH3E: optional) (p. 117) or the Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS2E: optional), etc. can be attached here. Power is supplied directly from the Movie Camera when using an accessory supported by the Smart Accessory Shoe. Remove the Shoe Cover to attach these accessories. Do not touch the connector part of the Smart Accessory Shoe. Accessory Shoe (NV-MX1 only) Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS2E: optional), etc. is attached here. 8 Speaker (p. 39) 9 Title Button [TITLE] (p. 90) (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) : Multi-Picture Button [MULTI] (p. 54, 56, 68­73, 88) Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] (p. 58) ; Battery Holder (p. 8, 10) < Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MNL] (p. 26, 30, 50, 62, 64) For purchasing additional Battery Packs, see the list of optional accessories on p. 131. 2 Shoe Cover When using the Shoe, remove the Shoe Cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow. = Focus Button [FOCUS] (p. 30) > Lens Hood (p. 117) Be sure to keep the Lens Hood attached in order to block out excess light. Order accessory and consumable items for all Audio Visual Products with ease and confidence either by telephoning our Customer Care Centre on 08705 357357 Mon­Friday 9:00am­6:00pm and Sat 9:00am­1:00pm Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. All enquires transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. It couldn't be simpler! 3 Fade Button [FADE] (p. 48) 4 Backlight Button [BLC] (p. 28) 5 Still Button [STILL] (p. 35) 6 LCD Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] (p. 14) 7 LCD Monitor (p. 14, 23, 117) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. ? Lens @ Recording Indicating (Tally) Lamp (p. 27) A White Balance Sensor (p. 119) Remote Control Sensor (p. 106) B Microphone (built-in, stereo) 2 3 Basic Operations Controls and Functions (Continued) O F SEARCH C D K L G E N M a d e f EDITD (MINI) c D.STILL PICTURE MIC T U \ ] _ MENU ` g I J 1 ^ 2 PUSH W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS/VOL/JOG H C Play Button [1] (p. 38, 89, 94) D Rewind/Review Button [6] (p. 38, 94) Recording Check Button [S] (p. 28) Reverse Search Button [sSEARCH] (p. 44, 88) S Cassette Compartment Window (p. 12) T Grip Belt You can adjust the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. When you open or close the Cassette Compartment, push down the buckle of the Grip Belt so that it does not prevent the Cassette Compartment from opening and closing completely. Pass your hand through the Grip Belt and adjust its length. Fold back the end of the Grip Belt to securely fasten the velcro tape closure. V Upper Cassette Compartment Cover (p. 12) W Zoom Lever [W/T] (p. 32) X Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD P.B] (p. 26, 38, 88) (Only the NV-MX5 and NV-MX7 models come with [CARD P.B] Lamp.) c Edit Socket [EDITD (MINI)] (p. 111, 112) d Audio-Video Input/Output Socket [AV IN/OUT] (p. 42, 108, 111, 114) (Only the NV-MX7 model comes with an input function.) Headphone Socket [PHONES] (p. 43) When a cable is connected to this socket, the Movie Camera's built-in speaker is turned off. E Stop Button [] (p. 38, 89, 94) F Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] (p. 38, 94) Forward Search Button [SEARCHr] (p. 44, 88) Y Off/On Mode Selector Switch [OFF/ON/MODE] (p. 14, 26, 38, 42, 88) e Microphone Socket [MIC] (p. 117) To connect an external microphone or audio equipment. (Connecting to this socket deactivates the built-in microphone.) G Pause Button [;] (p. 40, 89, 94) H DV Terminal (i.LINK) [¥] (p. 110) Connect it to digital video equipment. "i.LINK" is the name of the connector in accordance with the IEEE1394-1995. "¥" is the logo marked on products conforming with the "i.LINK" specifications. (It is only possible to input digital signals with model NV-MX7.) Z Eyecup [ Viewfinder (p. 14, 23, 117) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. f Digital Still Picture Terminal [D.STILL PICTURE] (p. 114) g Focus Ring (p. 30) U Shoulder Strap Holders Before you go recording outside, it is recommended that you attach the Shoulder Strap to prevent the Movie Camera from dropping accidentally. I Menu Button [MENU] (p. 16) J Multi-Function Dial [PUSH] (p. 16, 23, 24, 39, 41, 62, 64) K Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (p. 34, 82­87, 90, 92, 96) 1 L Battery Eject Button [BATT. EJECT] (p. 11) M Tape/Card Photoshot Selector [TAPE/CARD] (p. 34, 82­87) (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) \ Eyepiece Corrector Knob (p. 14) ] Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 26) ^ Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (p. 12, 42) _ Lower Cassette Compartment Cover (p. 12) ` Tripod Receptacle To mount the Movie Camera on an optional tripod. N Reset Button [RESET] (p. 128) O Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] (p. 81) (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) 4 P Card Slot Cover (p. 80) (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) Q Card Slot (p. 80) (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) R Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN] (p. 80) (NV-MX5, NV-MX7 only) Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Movie Camera. Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap back, pull it through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster. Pull it out more than 2 cm 1 from the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off. a Cassette Holder (p. 12) b S-Video Input/Output Socket [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] (p. 42, 108, 111, 112, 114) (Only the NV-MX7 model comes with an input function.) Connect the S-Video Cable to this socket to record clearer pictures or view on the TV screen. 5 Basic Operations P Q R S V W X Y Z [ b S-VIDEO IN/OUT AV IN/OUT PHONES AC Adaptor AC Mains Lead Battery-shaped Connector DC Input Lead Title Procedure Tilt the Viewfinder upward. Do not pull on the Eyecup to extend the Viewfinder. Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor. Connect the other plug of the DC Input Lead to the [DC OUT] Socket on the AC Adaptor. Remarks, etc. Before disconnecting the AC Mains Lead, set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch on the Movie Camera to [OFF]. If you use the Movie Camera for a long time, it becomes warm. However, this is normal. The AC Mains Lead does not fit entirely into the AC Adaptor socket, however this has no effect on operation. The 3 Types of Power Supply 1) AC Adaptor (supplied) to supply power from an AC mains socket 2) Car Battery Charger (optional) to supply power from the Cigarette Lighter Socket in a car 3) Battery (supplied) (p. 10) 1) Supplying Power from an AC Mains Socket Insert the Batteryshaped Connector of the DC Input Lead into the Battery Holder on the Movie Camera and slide it downward until it locks with a click. Connect the other end of the AC Mains Lead to an AC mains socket. 2) Supplying Power from the Cigarette Lighter Socket in a Car The use of the Car Battery Charger (VW-KBD2E; optional) makes it possible to supply power to the Movie Camera in a car for recording and playback. It also allows charging the Movie Camera's Battery. Start the engine and then plug the Car Battery Charger into the Cigarette Lighter Socket. Car Battery Charger After use, be sure to disconnect the Car Battery Charger from the Cigarette Lighter Socket. If the Car Battery Charger is already connected to the cigarette lighter socket when you start the engine, the fuse in the Car Battery Charger's plug may blow out. Also read the operating instructions of the Car Battery Charger. DC Input Lead 6 7 Basic Operations NV-MX1 VSB0418 CGR-D120 A B C CGP-D210 A B C CGR-D220 A B C CGP-D320 A B C CGR-D815 A B C 1 h. 1 h 25 min. (1 h 5 min.) 45 min. (35 min.) 1 h 50 min. 2 h 20 min. (1 h 55 min.) 1 h 10 min. (1 h.) 2 h. 2 h 55 min. (2 h 20 min.) 1 h 30 min. (1 h 10 min.) 3 h 15 min. 5 h 5 min. (4 h 5 min.) 2 h 35 min. (2 h 5 min.) 5 h 20 min. 9 h 25 min. (7 h 40 min.) 4 h 45 min. (3 h 50 min.) NV-MX5 1 h. 1 h 20 min. (1 h 5 min.) 40 min. (35 min.) 1 h 50 min. 2 h 20 min. (1 h 50 min.) 1 h 10 min. (55 min.) 2 h. 2 h 50 min. (2 h 15 min.) 1 h 25 min. (1 h 10 min.) 3 h 15 min. 4 h 50 min. (3 h 55 min.) 2 h 25 min. (2 h.) 5 h 20 min. 9 h 10 min. (7 h 40 min.) 4 h 35 min. (3 h 50 min.) NV-MX7 1 h. 1 h 20 min. (1 h 5 min.) 40 min. (35 min.) 1 h 50 min. 2 h 20 min. (1 h 50 min.) Charge Lamp Power Lamp 2 h. 2 h 50 min. (2 h 15 min.) 1 h 25 min. (1 h 10 min.) 3 h 15 min. 4 h 50 min. (3 h 55 min.) 2 h 25 min. (2 h.) 5 h 20 min. 9 h 10 min. (7 h 40 min.) 4 h 35 min. (3 h 50 min.) AC Adaptor Title 3) Supplying Power with the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. When charging, do not connect the DC Input Lead to the AC Adaptor. Procedure Remarks, etc. 1 Have the front edge of the battery lined up with the 1 mark on the side of the AC Adaptor, and then slide it horizontally until it locks with a click. 2 When the [CHARGE] Lamp Flashes Continuously If the temperature of the Battery is extremely low or extremely high, the [CHARGE] Lamp on the AC Adaptor flashes continuously. It also flashes continuously when some malfunction has occurred in the Battery or the AC Adaptor. For details, read "Notes about the AC Adaptor". (p. 115) Charge the Battery at a room temperature between 10oC and 30oC. If the DC Input Lead is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it as charging is not possible otherwise. If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light even though the Battery is attached, remove the Battery and then reattach it. During recording and charging, the Battery becomes warm. However, this is normal. If the temperature of the Battery is extremely high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp may keep on flashing and charging is not possible. After the Battery has cooled down or warmed up sufficiently, charging starts automatically. Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor and an AC mains socket. The [POWER] Lamp and the [CHARGE] Lamp light and charging starts. The AC Mains Lead does not fit entirely into the AC Adaptor socket, however this has no effect on operation. 3 Remove the Battery by sliding it in the opposite direction of Step 1. Also disconnect the AC Mains Lead. 4 Charging Time and Maximum Time for Continuous Recording The times shown in the above chart are approximations. The figures in parentheses show the recording time when using the LCD Monitor. The times listed above for your information indicate the duration of recording performed at an ambient temperature of 20°C and 60% relative humidity. The charging time may be longer when you charge the Battery at higher or lower temperature. Tilt the Viewfinder upward. A Charging Time B Maximum Continuous Recording Time C Intermittent Recording Time (The Intermittent Recording Time indicates the total recording time possible when you start and stop recording repeatedly.) The Battery Model VSB0418 is supplied. During use and charging, the Battery becomes warm. The Movie Camera, too, becomes warm during use. When you repeatedly stop and restart recording, the recording time per Battery is shorter than listed above. If you do not use the Battery for a long time, please read "Precautions for Storage". (p. 116) The Battery models CGP-D110 and CGP-D105 cannot be charged with this AC Adaptor. 1 5 Charge Lamp [CHARGE] Lit: During charging. Off: When the Battery is fully charged. Insert the Battery into the Battery Holder on the Movie Camera and slide it downward until it locks with a click. Removing the Battery from the Movie Camera Charge Lamp While pressing the [BATT. EJECT] Button, slide the Battery upward to remove it. Be careful not to drop the Battery by accident. Before removing the Battery, set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF]. BATT. EJECT PUSH Battery Eject Button 8 9 Basic Operations 1 h 10 min. (55 min.) ¥ LP Mode The desired recording speed can be selected with [REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu. (p. ...