User manual PANASONIC PV-DV702K

R Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Model No. PV-DV702-K Mini Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca LSQT0567A DV702-K.p 1-4.p65 1 02/06/06, 13:54 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. Model No. PV-DV702-K Serial No. Safety Precautions WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Your Mini Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long (LP) mode. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in VCR machines with the Mini mark be used. CAUTION : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. WARNING : DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit. This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover. 2 DV702-K.p 1-4.p65 2 02/06/06, 13:54 Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings -- All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions -- All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning -- Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning. 6. Attachments -- Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous. 7. Water and Moisture -- Do not use this video unit near water -- for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 8. Accessories -- Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 9. Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiator or heat register. This video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 10. Power Sources -- This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video units intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 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. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. 12. Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. 13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT Before Use GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 14. Lightning -- For added protection of this video unit receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit due to lightning and power-line surges. 3 DV702-K.p 1-4.p65 3 02/06/06, 13:54 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. Objects and Liquids -- Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit. 18. Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 19. Damage Requiring Service -- Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects have fallen onto, the video unit. c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the video unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation. e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in performance -- this indicates a need for service. 20. Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 21. Safety Check-- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order. Precautions USE & LOCATION · TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been designed for outdoor use, however, it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Palmcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Palmcorder from the power supply before cleaning. · DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS · DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF · DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Palmcorder. · AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit. · DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PALMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE. · STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Store and handle your Palmcorder in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Palmcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage. CARE · TO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorder body. · TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Palmcorder lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating. · TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Before handling your Palmcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish. 4 DV702-K.p 1-4.p65 4 02/06/06, 13:54 Table of Contents Things You Should Know ................................................................................................ 2 Important Safeguards ..................................................................................................... 3 Precautions ..................................................................................................................... 4 Before Using .................................................................................................................... 6 · Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion .................................................................................... 7 Quick Guide ................................................................................................................... 11 Supplying Power ........................................................................................................... 14 Setting the Clock ........................................................................................................... 16 Using the Palmcorder Menu ......................................................................................... 17 Before Use Camera VCR Special Features For Your Information Camera Recording ........................................................................................................ 18 · Simple Recording .................................................................................................. 18 · Digital PhotoShot Mode ........................................................................................ 20 · Zoom ..................................................................................................................... 21 Special Effect Features ................................................................................................. 23 Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................ 28 Playback Your Recordings ........................................................................................... 32 Special Effect Features ................................................................................................. 34 Digital Features ................................................................................................................. 40 Editing Features ............................................................................................................... 44 Card Features .................................................................................................................... 48 PC Connection · Transferring Your Images (Windows) ......................................................................... 55 · PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System .......................................................... 59 · Transferring Your Images (i.LINK) (Windows) ............................................................ 73 · PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System (i.LINK) ............................................. 74 · Palmcorder USB Device Driver/SD Drive ................................................................... 76 · Palmcorder File Converter ......................................................................................... 79 · Web Camera (For Windows XP users/For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 users) ............. 81 · Warning Indications ................................................................................................... 90 PC Connection · Transferring Your Images (Macintosh) ........................................................................ 91 Palmcorder Accessory System ................................................................................... 93 Notes On Operations .................................................................................................... 94 Specifications ................................................................................................................ 95 Before Requesting Service .......................................................................................... 96 On-Screen Displays (OSD) ........................................................................................... 98 Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 100 MENU OSD ................................................................................................................... 101 Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ........................................................ 105 Index of Controls ......................................................................................................... 109 Index 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Back Cover 5 DV702-K.p 5-10.p65 5 02/06/06, 13:54 Before Using Unpack your Palmcorder 1 pc. AC Adaptor (PV-DAC11-K) with AC Cable and DC Cable 1 pc. 8 MB Memory Card (RP-SD008BMK0) 1 pc. Battery Pack (CGR-D08/ CGR-D08R) 1 pc. A/V Cable (LSJA0280) 1 pc. Lens Cap (LSYF0521) with Lens Cap Strap (LSGQ0066) 1 pc. USB Cable (K1HA05CD0001) 1 pc. Shoulder Strap (LSFC0016) 1 pc. Audio Adaptor (LSJP0831) 1 pc. IR Remote 1 pc. CD-ROM of Driver Software for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Control (LSSQ0294) and Macintosh; USB Device Driver for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/ with Battery (CR2025) XP; PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP; Built-in SD Drive for Macintosh; ArcSoft Software for Windows 95/98SE/Me/2000/XP and Macintosh (LSFT0492) Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the United States and other countries. Macintosh, iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Macintosh, Power Mac, and Mac are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Intel Pentium is a registered trademark. i.LINK is a trademark. PHOTOVU/MPEG4 Movie Messenger System is a registered trademark. IBM is a registered trademark of IBM Company. MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark. SD is a trademark. 6 DV702-K.p 5-10.p65 6 02/06/06, 13:54 Before Using Record Speed/Playback Time Use only those tapes having the Mini logo indicating the 6.35 mm digital standard. Cassette type Record Speed/ Playback time LP SP 45 minutes 90 minutes Erase Protection Before Use Cassettes have a sliding record tab to ensure recordings are not accidentally erased. 1 To prevent accidental erasure: 2 To record again: Slide the tab to the left (open). record tab AY-DVM30EA 30 minutes AY-DVM60EA 60 minutes AY-DVM80EA 80 minutes 120 minutes Slide the tab to the right (close). Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion · If the Palmcorder is connected to a power source, the cassette can be inserted and ejected without turning the Palmcorder on. Before you begin · Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15) 4PUSH CLOSE 2TAPE EJECT 1 2 3 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor, and swing it fully open. Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. Insert a cassette record tab up, window side facing out. Press PUSH CLOSE to close the Cassette Compartment Cover. 1LCD-OPEN Cassette Compartment Cover 4 · To remove the cassette... Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover and pull the cassette tape straight out. Note · When inserting the cassette, make sure it is facing the right direction and then push it in completely. 7 DV702-K.p 5-10.p65 7 02/06/06, 13:55 Before Using Attaching the Shoulder Strap Adjust the Length 1 2 Undo the two strap ends from their buckles. 1 2 Loosen the strap from the Buckle and create a loop. Pull the strap firmly through the Buckle to shorten or lengthen the strap. Thread the strap ends through the Strap Attachment Rings. 1 OR 3 Reinsert the strap ends through their buckles. · Make sure the straps are not twisted. 2 3 1 Hand Strap Adjust the length of the Hand Strap to the size of your hand as illustrated. Lens Cap Attaching the Lens Cap Strap: Thread the Lens Cap Strap through the Strap Attachment Ring as shown. 1 2 3 Hand Strap Attaching the Lens Cap Cord to the Hand Strap: Remove the Hand Strap from the front clasp and thread the Strap through the loop in the Lens Cap Cord. Reattach the Hand Strap. 8 DV702-K.p 5-10.p65 8 02/06/06, 13:55 Before Using Using the Built-in Light To brighten the natural colours in a scene. Before you begin · Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15) · Set POWER to CAMERA or M-CARD. Before Use 1 Built-in Light Hold down LIGHT for more than 0.7 seconds to turn ON or OFF. · " " will appear on the screen. Note · Using Light reduces battery time. · Provide adequate ventilation if using Light in a hot environment for a long time. · Set LIGHT to OFF when not in use. · If light bulb needs to be replaced, take the Palmcorder to your nearest authorized Servicentre. 1LIGHT Caution This light becomes hot during operation. Make sure nothing covers the light during operation. Remote Control 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: Set POWER to VCR. Remote Sensor Controlled Functions · Rec/Pause (p. 18) · Tele (Zoom) (p. 21) · Wide (Zoom) (p. 21) · Date/Time (p. 105) · Reset (p. 45) · PhotoShot (p. 20) · Display On TV (p. 39) · Counter/Time Code (p. 106) · Audio Dubbing (p. 44) · Record (p. 47) · Menu (pp. 17, 45) · Play (pp. 32, 47) · FF/Search (p. 34) · REW/Search (p. 34) · Pause/Select (pp. 16, 17, 36) · Stop/Set (pp. 16, 17, 32, 47) · Slow/Frame Advance (Forward) (pp. 35, 36) · Slow/Frame Advance (Backward) (pp. 35, 36) · Index Search (Forward) (pp. 36, 37) · Index Search (Backward) (pp. 36, 37) · Speaker Volume (p. 33) DV702-K.p 5-10.p65 9 9 02/06/06, 13:55 Before Using Replace the Battery B A + 1 2 3 While pressing the tab in the direction of the arrow (A) with your fingernail, pull out the Battery Tray (B). Insert the battery into the Battery Tray with the facing up. Do not reverse the polarity. + mark Insert the Battery Tray. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. VSBW0004 (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. Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders You can control any two Panasonic Palmcorders with one Remote control. 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. 1 2 3 4 5 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. · The POWER Lamp lights red. · Be sure POWER is fully turned to VCR or CAMERA position. Press MENU to display the VCR or CAMERA mode menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select SET-UP in the CAMERA mode menu screen or PLAY MODE in the VCR mode menu screen, then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA SET-UP or VCR PLAY MODE menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select REMOTE , and then press JOG KEY to select VCR 2 (Menu OSD: pp. 102, 103). Leave the other Palmcorder set to VCR1. For VCR 2 : Press these buttons at the same time. For VCR 1 : Press these buttons at the same time. Note · When the Palmcorder and remote are not set to the same mode (VCR1 or VCR2), "CHECK REMOTE MODE (REMOTE)" will appear. Set the Remote Control to VCR 1 or VCR 2 to correspond with the Palmcorder you wish to control. (See above left.) · After replacing the Remote Control Battery, the remote will default to VCR 1. 10 DV702-K.p 5-10.p65 10 02/06/06, 13:55 Quick Guide Insert the Battery Pack Before you begin · Charge the Battery. (p. 14) Before Use 2 1 1 Insert Cassette Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up until it locks with a click. 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 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor, and swing it fully open. 2 Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. 3 5 DV702-K.p 11-14.p65 Slide TAPE EJECT to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. Insert a cassette record tab up, window side facing out. · Make sure the record tab is closed. (p. 7) 4 Press PUSH CLOSE mark to close the Cassette Compartment Cover. 11 11 02/06/06, 13:55 Quick Guide Camera Recording When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. 1 Set POWER to CAMERA. 180° 90° 2 Adjust the Vision Adjustment Control to your eyesight. Viewfinder 4 Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. Press REC/PAUSE again to pause recording. 3 LCD Monitor Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle. To Watch Playback in the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. Before you begin · Charge the Battery. (p. 14) 180° 90° 1 Set POWER to VCR. 2 3 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle. Press (REW) to rewind the tape. 4 5 Press (PLAY) to start playback. Press (STOP) to stop playback. 12 DV702-K.p 11-14.p65 12 02/06/06, 13:55 Quick Guide Insert Memory Card* Before you begin · Charge the Battery. (p. 14) Before Use *Memory Card: MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (p. 94) · Be sure to insert the Memory Card before using Card PhotoShot. (p. 48) 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 or higher MultiMediaCard (SanDisk brand) 8 MB, 16 MB SD Memory Card (optional) (p. 93) 16 MB or higher SD Memory Card write protection switch A write protection switch is located on the SD Memory Card. Sliding the switch to the "LOCK" position prevents writing on or formatting the card. Write protection Switch 1 Set POWER to OFF. 2 3 4 Slide DOOR OPEN to open M-CARD door. Insert the Memory Card and gently push in until you hear a click. Close the M-CARD Door. To remove the Memory Card... Press here to eject the card. About the M-CARD Lock Switch POWER When inserting the Memory Card M-CARD Lock Note · By sliding M-CARD Lock to LOCK, you can prevent POWER from accidentally entering the M-CARD position when changing POWER to CAMERA. Note cropped corner · When inserting the Memory Card, insert with the cropped corner down as shown in the illustration above. 13 DV702-K.p 11-14.p65 13 02/06/06, 13:55 Supplying Power Charge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor 1 2 POWER 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 20 minutes of operation (using EVF) when fully charged. Remove the Battery. Slide the Battery out and then lift up. CHARGE Lamp 3 Note About the Flashing of the CHARGE Lamp · Charge the Battery within an ambient temperature range of 10 °C (50 °F) and 30 °C (86 °F). · If charging is done in extreme low or high temperatures, Battery charge time increases. CHARGE Lamp flashes when... · The Battery is being charged, but charging is taking longer than normal. · Charging is not possible. Remove the Battery once, wait a short time, then re-attach it for charging. Insert the Battery Pack Remove the Battery Pack 1 2 3 1 2 BATT RELEASE 1 Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up until it locks with a click. 1 2 Tilt Viewfinder upward. Remove the Battery Pack and slide the Battery downward while sliding the BATT RELEASE. 14 DV702-K.p 11-14.p65 14 02/06/06, 13:55 Supplying Power Battery Care Before Use Caution: · 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. To avoid damage to the Battery: · Do not drop or jar the Battery. · Use the Battery with specified models only. · If the Battery is used in extremely high temperatures, a safety device will automatically prevent operation. To ensure longer battery life: · While not in use, remove Battery from the Palmcorder and AC Adaptor and store in a cool, dark, dry place. If you leave the Battery in the Palmcorder or on the AC Adaptor, the Battery will no longer be rechargeable. · Keep the Battery terminals clean. Safety precautions: · Do not place the Battery near, or dispose of in fire. · Do not directly connect (short circuit) the positive (+) and negative (­) terminals. · Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble the Battery. ATTENTION: 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. Use AC Adaptor 1 3 2 BATT RELEASE DC IN Terminal 1 2 3 4 Slide the Battery downward while sliding BATT RELEASE to remove the Battery Pack. (p. 14) Insert the DC Cable into the DC IN Terminal. Connect the other end of the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor as shown. Plug in the AC Adaptor. · The POWER Lamp on the AC Adaptor lights up. 1 3 DC Cable (Supplied) POWER Lamp Note · When not in use, unplug the AC Adaptor from the AC outlet. (AC Adaptor consumes 1 W of electric power when plugged into an AC outlet even when not in use.) 2 DC Output Connector 15 02/06/06, 13:55 DV702-K.p 15-17.p65 15 Setting the Clock Set the Date and Time The date and time is calculated, including leap years, up to DEC 31 2089. Before you begin · Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15) · Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. 2, 3, 4 JOG KEY 1 Press MENU to display the Camera or VCR mode menu screen. (p. 17) [ CAMERA MENU ] [ VCR MENU ] . 1MENU 2 EXAMPLE: YEAR : 2002 PUSH Rotate JOG KEY to select DISPLAY SETTING , and then press JOG KEY to display the DISPLAY SETTING menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select CLOCKSET , and then press JOG KEY to set to ON. (Menu OSD: pp. 102, 104) · The DATE/TIME SETTING menu is displayed. Rotate JOG KEY to select YEAR, then press JOG KEY to fix and move to the next item. Likewise, set the month, day, hour, and minutes. Push 3 4 MONTH : JAN PUSH Rotate MONTH : FEB Note · To make corrections, Press JOG KEY repeatedly to move back to an item and correct. · A built-in Battery maintains clock operation. If the Palmcorder is not connected to a power source for a few months, the built-in battery may discharge and "CLOCK BATTERY" indication appears. (p. 98) When DATE/TIME setting is completed, press MENU three times to start the clock and exit. 16 DV702-K.p 15-17.p65 16 02/06/06, 13:55 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. 101~104) · 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. Displaying the MENU Before Use 1 2 Press MENU to display the CAMERA or VCR menu (according to the POWER setting). Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu item. Before you begin · Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15) · Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. Setting the MENU Items (E.g. VCR Mode menu) 2, A, B, C JOG KEY A B C D Press JOG KEY to set your selection. Rotate JOG KEY to select a menu item. 1, D MENU Press JOG KEY to set your selection. · The "G" mark indicates selection. Press MENU twice to exit the menu. CAMERA Main menu 1 : D. FUNCTION CAMERA FUNCTION menu is displayed. To select D.FUNCTION, D.ZOOM, or PROGRESSIVE. 2 : ADJUST CAMERA ADJUST menu is displayed. To select PROG. AE or CINEMA. 3 : REC MODE CAMERA REC-MODE menu is displayed. To select REC-SPEED, AUDIO-REC, INDEX, SHUTTER, SELF-REC, WIND-CUT, or ZOOM-MIC. 4 : SET-UP CAMERA SET-UP menu is displayed. To select REMOTE or BEEP. 5 : DISPLAY SETTING DISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed. To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/ TIME, CLOCK-SET, or KEY LED. 6 : LCD/EVF SETTING LCD/EVF SETTING menu is displayed. To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR or EVF BRIGHTNESS. 7 : PHOTO TITLE PHOTO TITLE menu is displayed. To select TITLE or MODE. VCR Main menu 1 : PLAY FUNCTION VCR PLAY FUNCTION menu is displayed. To select D. FUNCTION, D.EFFECT, or D.ZOOM. 2 : REC MODE VCR REC MODE menu is displayed. To select REC-SPEED or AUDIO-DUB. 3 : PLAY MODE VCR PLAY MODE menu is displayed. To select INDEX, AUDIO, REMOTE, or B.SEARCH. 4 : MULTI SETTING MULTI SETTING menu is displayed. To select SPEED. 5 : DISPLAY SETTING DISPLAY SETTING menu is displayed. To select DISPLAY, C.RESET, DATE/ TIME, CLOCK-SET, or KEY LED. 6 : LCD/EVF SETTING LCD/EVF SETTING menu is displayed. To select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR or EVF BRIGHTNESS. 17 DV702-K.p 15-17.p65 17 02/06/06, 13:55 Camera Recording Simple Recording Remove the lens cap and clip it to the hand strap. Before you begin · Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15) · Insert a cassette with the record tab closed. (p. 7) 1 2 Clip here EVF Set POWER to CAMERA. · The POWER Lamp lights red. · Be sure POWER is fully turned to the CAMERA position. 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. Please refer to "To adjust the LCD/ EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOUR" on page 19. Set to REC-SPEED "SP" or "LP" in the CAMERA Mode Menu. (Menu OSD: p. 101) Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. · "REC" is displayed on the screen. Press REC/PAUSE again to pause recording. Set POWER to OFF when finished. · To remove the cassette, slide TAPE EJECT. REC/PAUSE mode 3 4 5 POWER Lamp 1, 5 POWER 2Vision Adjustment Control 3MENU 4REC/PAUSE · When the Palmcorder is aimed at excessively bright objects, or bright lights, a vertical bar may appear in the picture. This is a normal characteristic of the CCD pick-up device. Try to avoid this whenever possible. To conserve power WARNING: · Do not leave the Palmcorder with the EVF aimed directly at the sun as this may cause damage to the internal parts of the EVF. · Do not lift, or carry, the Palmcorder by the EVF or the LCD Monitor. After 5 minutes, the Record/Pause mode will automatically change to Standby mode. To resume recording, set POWER to OFF and then ON again. 18 DV702-K.p 18-22.p65 18 02/06/06, 13:55 Camera Recording Using the LCD Monitor The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor can be used while recording. 1 2 Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor. 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 colour of the LCD monitor if necessary. Please refer to "To adjust the LCD/EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOUR" below. Start recording. 1LCD-OPEN Camera 180° 90° 3 Note 90° · Using the LCD monitor will reduce battery operating time. · Close the LCD monitor completely when not in use. To adjust the LCD/EVF BRIGHTNESS or COLOUR 1 1, 5 MENU Press MENU to display the main menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select LCD/EVF SETTING from the main menu screen. (Menu OSD: pp. 102, 104) Press JOG KEY to display the LCD/ EVF SETTING screen. Press JOG KEY to select LCD BRIGHTNESS, LCD COLOR, or EVF BRIGHTNESS, then rotate JOG KEY to adjust. Press MENU twice to exit this mode. 2 3 4 5 2, 3, 4 JOG KEY EVF/LCD 19 DV702-K.p 18-22.p65 19 02/06/06, 13:55 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. 44) 1 2 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause mode. "PHOTO" will appear in the EVF or the LCD monitor. EVF/LCD 1POWER Note 2PHOTOSHOT · If SHUTTER on the menu screen is set to ON, a sound effect similar to the shutter of a film camera will be heard when PHOTOSHOT is pressed. · When PHOTOSHOT is pressed, the playback image takes approx. 7 seconds to process. After that, the Camera mode screen will be displayed. Progressive PhotoShot Mode With the progressive PhotoShot Function, you can record still pictures with higher resolution than with the normal PhotoShot Function. 5 PHOTOSHOT 1 2 3 4 5 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU to display the CAMERA mode menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION , and press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA FUNCTION menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select PROGRESSIVE , and press JOG KEY to select ON or OFF. · Press MENU twice to exit. · "P" will appear in the EVF or the LCD monitor. Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause mode. EVF/LCD 3, 4 JOG KEY 1POWER 2MENU Note 20 DV702-K.p 18-22.p65 20 · This function may not work with D.E.I.S., D.ZOOM and D.FUNCTION functions. 02/06/06, 13:55 Camera Recording Zoom You can gradually zoom in for close ups or zoom out for wide angle shots. 2POWER ZOOM 1 2 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. 1POWER Camera 3 3REC/PAUSE Start recording. Note · The zooming speed ranges from a slow 17 seconds to a fast 1.5 seconds according to the amount of pressure applied to the POWER ZOOM. Zoom Microphone Function Along with the zooming operation, the microphone's directional angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds. 3, 4, 5 JOG KEY 1 2 3 4 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU to display the CAMERA mode menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select REC MODE , then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA REC-MODE menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select ZOOM-MIC in the CAMERA REC-MODE menu. (Menu OSD: p. 101) Press JOG KEY to select ON. · Press MENU twice to exit. · "Z.MIC" will appear on the screen. 1POWER 2MENU 5 Note · The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud. 21 DV702-K.p 18-22.p65 21 02/06/06, 13:55 Camera Recording Recording Check To playback the final few seconds of the last recorded scene in the REC/PAUSE mode. 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. 1RECORDING CHECK Recording Still Pictures You can record still pictures of any desired duration together with sound. 1 2 1, 2STILL While in RECORD mode, press STILL and hold for 2 seconds to capture a still picture. The captured still picture will be recorded together with sound. Press STILL once again to release the still picture. The camera will resume recording real-time pictures. Self Recording Rotate the LCD monitor 180 degrees so it faces the same direction as the lens to record yourself. 3, 4 JOG KEY 1 2 3 4 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU to display the CAMERA mode menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select REC MODE , then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA REC-MODE menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select SELFREC , and then press JOG KEY to select MIRROR. · The picture in the LCD monitor will appear reversed. Start recording. 2MENU 5REC/ PAUSE 1POWER 180° 5 22 DV702-K.p 18-22.p65 22 02/06/06, 13:55 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 4 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press MENU to display the CAMERA mode menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select ADJUST , then press JOG KEY to display the CAMERA ADJUST menu screen. Rotate JOG KEY to select CINEMA , and then press JOG KEY to select ON. · A black strip will appear at the top and bottom of the picture. · Press MENU twice to exit. · "CINEMA" will appear on the screen. Start recording. EVF/LCD 1POWER Camera 2MENU 5REC/PAUSE 5 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 3 Set POWER to CAMERA. Press BACK LIGHT to activate the Backlight feature. · The Indicator " " will appear in the EVF or LCD monitor. Press BACK LIGHT again to cancel the Backlight feature. 1POWER EVF/LCD 2, 3BACK LIGHT Note · The Indicator " " will not appear in the EVF or LCD monitor when OFF is selected in the DISPLAY menu. 23