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•Intervals between recording pictures may become longer depending on the card. We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card.

•When using a card formatted by other equipment or a card that was recorded and erased repeatedly, the intervals between recording pictures may become longer. If so, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card with this Camcorder.

„Recording with the Built-in LED Video

Light

•The subject should be within 4.9 feet (1.5 meters) of the Camcorder.

•Using the LED Video Light reduces battery time.

•Set the LED Video Light to off when not in use.

•Do not look directly into the light.

•If the LED Video light is used with a Conversion lens attached, a slight vignetting (darkening around edges) effect occurs on the screen.

•Using the MagicPix Function at the same time will make conditions even brighter.

•The LED video light enables simply lightening the images taken in a dimly-lit place. We also recommend using it in a bright place to obtain high quality images.

„Quick Start

•During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute amount of electricity is consumed.

•When you set [ POWER SAVE] to [5 MINUTES] and the Camcorder is left in the Recording Pause Mode for 5 minutes, it will be turned into the Quick Start Standby Mode. To turn the Camcorder on again, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and then set it to [ON] again. (The Quick Start Mode will be restored.)

•This Function is not activated in the following case:

•Neither a card nor a tape has been inserted while the Tape/Card Recording Mode is set.

•When you rotate the Mode Dial or remove the battery, the Quick Start Recording Lamp is turned off and the Quick Start mode is canceled. If

the Camcorder is turned on and the Tape/Card Recording Mode is set, the Lamp turns on and the quick start mode is restored.

•Press and hold the [QUICK START] Button for approx 2 seconds during the Quick Start Standby Mode. The Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be turned off.

•If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes, then the Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be completely turned off.

•When the Camcorder is Quick-Started with the White Balance on automatic, it may take some time until the White Balance is adjusted if the scene being recorded has a light source different from the scene last recorded. (When the MagicPix Function is used, however, the White Balance of the scene last recorded is retained.)

•Since about half the power of normal recording is used in quick start standby, using Quick Start reduces the recordable time.

•The zoom magnification may differ from when it is in the Quick Start Standby Mode and when the recording starts.

„Self-timer Recording

•When [ BEEP SOUND] on the [ SETUP] Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the beep sound will be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self-timer Standby Mode.

•By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch or Mode Dial, the Self-timer Standby Mode is canceled.

„Zoom In/Out Functions

•When zooming in and taking a picture while holding the Camcorder by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function.

•When you are zooming in on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 4.3 feet (1.3 meters) or further from the Camcorder.

•When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily.

„Zoom Microphone Function

•The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.

„Digital Zoom Functions

•The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.

•When the Card Recording mode is used, the Digital Zoom Function cannot be used.

•White balance cannot be set in the Digital Zoom range.

„Image Stabilizer Function

•When the MagicPix Function is used, the image

stabilizer function does not work. If so, the [ ] indication flashes.

•When the Gain Up mode is set to ON, the image

stabilizer function does not work. If so, the [ ] indication flashes.

•Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may change or colors may not look natural.

•After-images may appear.

•When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn the Image Stabilizer off.

•In the following cases, the Image Stabilizer Function may not work effectively.

-When the digital zoom is used

-When a conversion lens is used

-When recording is done in an extremely dark place

-When the Camcorder is shaken greatly

-When you record a moving subject while tracking it

„Fade In/Fade Out Functions

•While the Fade in/Fade out function is selected, it takes several seconds to display the image when you start recording images. Besides, it also takes several seconds to pause recording.

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Contents Operating Instructions Above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Safety PrecautionsThings You Should Know FCC Caution Telephone Number PANA7262FCC Note Important Safety Instructions To Avoid Shock Hazard ... Your PrecautionsPage Contents Set the OFF/ON Switch 1 to on Using the ViewfinderPower Lamp 2 lights up Inserting a CardPlaying Back a Card Recording a Still Picture on Card PhotoshotPlaying Back a Tape Parts Identification and Handling Standard Accessories„ Camcorder AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable pp ~12Using the AC Adaptor Power SupplyAudio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Built-in LED Light p„ Disconnecting the Power Source Using the BatteryAttach the charged Battery to the Camcorder Charging Time and Available Recording TimeRe-attaching the Lens Cap To Use as a Grip BeltAttaching the Shoulder Strap Inserting a CassetteUsing a Memory Card Optional Turning on the Camcorder Easy to Use Mode DialHow to Use the Joystick Control Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Adjusting Brightness and Color Level Using the Menu ScreenUsing the LCD Monitor „ To AdjustList of Menus Selecting Language12bit Audio LCD SETEVF SET Internal Lithium Battery Recharge Setting Date and TimeSet to Tape/Card Recording Mode Set Basic Clock SET YES „ About date/timeAudio Recording Mode LP ModeSet to Tape Recording Mode Still Advance playbackRecording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode „ On-screen Display in the Tape Recording ModeAbout Recording Recording on a TapeRecording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light Recording YourselfRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot „ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot in ProgressZoom In/Out Functions Self-timer RecordingQuick Start Fade In/Out Functions Digital Zoom FunctionImage Stabilizer Function „ To Cancel the MagicPix Function „ To Cancel FadingBacklight Compensation Function MagicPix FunctionRecording in Special Situations Scene Mode Soft-Skin ModeWind Noise Reduction Function Cinema Function„ To Resume Automatic Adjustment Adjusting White Balance Manually„ To Cancel the Scene Mode Recording in Natural Colors White Balance„ Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentMove the Joystick Control or 33 to adjust the shutter speed About White Balance Sensor„ Range of Iris Adjustment Manual Iris Adjustment F NumberManual Focus Adjustment Playing Back a Tape Adjusting the Sound VolumeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back „ To Stop PlaybackPlaying Back a Memory Card Still Playback/Still Advance Playback„ To Resume Normal Playback To Select a Desired File and Playing BackDeleting the Files Recorded on a Card Slide Show„ To Stop the Slide Show To Select and Delete Files„ About the Dpof Writing Printing Data on a Card Dpof SettingProtecting the Files on a Card Lock Setting Playing Back on Your TV Formatting a CardSet Advance Card Format YES Move the Joystick Control 33 to select the to stop playbackRecording from a Tape onto a Card „ Connecting with the AV CableCopying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR Dubbing To record, and press the Photo Shot Button„ To Cancel the Standby for Recording Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingPC Connection With DV Interface Cable „ To Stop DubbingUsing the USB Driver Using Camcorder with a PCUsing Built-in SD Drive Connecting the Personal Computer CamcorderClick Restart if the InstallShield dialog appears Finish installation by following the on-screen instructionsDouble click To Disconnect USB Cable SafelyWindows XP/2000 Windows MeInstalling the Video Stream Driver Using as a Web CameraCommunication Speed Necessary softwareClick the Video Stream Driver „ Windows 98SE/Me UsersSetting up the Windows Messenger „ When you use the Camcorder as a Web CameraWith a PC Operating environment „ For Windows Using the ArcSoft SoftwareInstallation of ArcSoft Software „ For Windows After the completion of setup, click on Finish If you no longer need software or driver UninstallTo start ArcSoft Software „ For Windows Click ArcSoftAbout the compatibility of the card files About the SD Memory CardSD Memory Card Optional Files recorded on an SD Memory CardMisc Indications „ Power Save Mode „ To Change the Display ModeInitializing the Modes „ To Display Date/Time Indication„ Alarm Sounds „ Concerning the Power Supply„ Inserting/Removing the Cassette „ Recording on a Card„ Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light „ Self-timer Recording„ Quick Start „ Zoom In/Out Functions„ Scene Mode „ Soft-Skin Mode„ Backlight Compensation Function „ MagicPix Function„ Manual Iris Adjustment „ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ Lock Setting „ Playing Back„ After Use „ Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing„ Cautions for Use To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap„ Video Head Clogging and Care „ About AC Adaptor„ Condensation „ Cautions for Storage „ Optimal Use of the Battery„ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Before Requesting Service Problems and SolutionsNo operation other than cassette removal can be performed Cassette cannot be removedScreen has changed suddenly Cassette cannot be insertedPlayback picture is not clear Push the Reset Switch is displayedCard Recorded pictures are not clear File recorded on a card cannot be deletedExplanation of Terms Using the Reset button„ Digital Video System „ FocusDigital Camcorder SpecificationsPrice Camcorder Accessory SystemAccessory # Description Visa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited WarrantyFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Customer Services DirectoryAdvertencia del FCC Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoNota Cómo utilizar la batería Guía rápidaInserción de una tarjeta de memoria Cómo utilizar el visorReproducción de una tarjeta de memoria Grabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta PhotoshotReproducción de una cinta Index
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