Panasonic PV-DV953 operating instructions Precautions

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Important Safeguards

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 a 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, in 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.

This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.

This Product has fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: 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.

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Contents Operating Instructions Thank you for choosing Panasonic Above markings are located on the appliance bottom coverImportant Safeguards Precautions End User License Agreement for USB Driver and DV Studio Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the followingAudio Decoder End User License Agreement Limited USE Software LicenseContents Standard Accessories Battery Pack l14AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable l14 USB Cable l53Charge the Battery. l Quick GuideTo View the Playback Picture Start recording. lControls and Components Reset Button Reset l80 MagicWire Remote Control Jack Remote l12Remote Control Sensor l13 SpeakerRemote Controller MagicWire Remote ControlInserting the Button-type Battery ˚ 15˚ 15˚ 15˚ Using the Remote ControllerWhile pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery Holder Selecting Remote Controller ModesPower Supply Using the AC AdaptorUsing the Battery Attach the Battery to AC Adaptor and charge itAdjust the Easy-Grip Strap Lens Cap and Easy-Grip StrapªAttach the Lens Cap 1ªTo Use as a Free Style Easy-Grip StrapAttaching the Shoulder Strap Inserting a CassetteAccidental Erasure Prevention If the Cassette Holder Does Not Go BackUsing the LCD Monitor Using the ViewfinderTurning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting Modes Using the Menu Screen File Selection in the Card Playback ModeList of Menus Recording Setup Sub-Menu Display Setup Sub-MenuDemo Mode Sub-Menu Other Functions Sub-MenuAV IN/OUT Setup Sub-Menu VCR Mode Main-Menu VCR FunctionsPlayback Functions Sub-Menu Camera data will not be recorded in the following casesCard Playback Mode Main-Menu Card Functions Short-Cut Menus of the Card Playback Mode aDelete Card File Sub-Menu Card Editing Sub-MenuSetting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery RechargeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeRecording To Check the RecordingTo View the recorded scene while the Recording is To Finish the RecordingPhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette Set Camera Functions Camera Setup D.ZOOM 25t or 700t Zoom In/Out FunctionsDigital Zoom Function Times Tele Jump Zoom FunctionOptical Image Stabilizer Function Fade In/Out FunctionsHold down the Fade Button while recording FadeCinema Function and Wide Function Backlight Compensation FunctionMagicPix Function Cinema FunctionRecording in Special Situations Program AE Wind Noise Reduction FunctionRecording with a Fixed Brightness AE Lock Function Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Iris Adjustment F NumberManual Focus Adjustment To Resume Automatic AdjustmentRecording in Natural Colors White Balance Adjusting White Balance ManuallyAbout White Balance Sensor Picture Adjustment Advanced FunctionsZebra Pattern Microphone Sensitivity LevelUsing the Auto Pop-up Flash Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Digital Effect FunctionsMulti-Picture Mode Picture-in-Picture ModeSet MULTI-PICTURES Scan Mode Strobe or Manual To Display the Multi-Pictures againPlaying Back Finding a Scene You Want to Play BackSlow Motion Playback Still Playback/Still Advance PlaybackFinding the End of a Recording Blank Search Function Jog PlaybackIndex Search Functions ªPhotoShot Index SearchScene Index Search Press the 9 Button or the Button on the RemoteCanceling the Playback Zoom Function Playback Zoom FunctionPlayback Digital Effect Functions Suspending Playback Digital Effect TemporarilyPlaying Back with Multi-Picture Mode Press the Index Button or 9 4 on the Remote controllerPlaying Back on Your TV Audio DubbingUsing a Memory Card Recording on the Memory CardAfter setting the Palmcorder to the VCR Mode l36 Automatically copying still pictures recorded on a CassetteTo Stop the Transfer of Images Press the Button ≥For other notes, seeRecording Moving Pictures MPEG4 Recording Voice Voice Recording FunctionMaximum recording time on the supplied Card 16 MB Maximum recording time on the supplied Card 16MBSet the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode Playing Back Files from the Memory CardPlaying back Still Pictures Playing back Moving Pictures MPEG4Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette Using File Search ModeTo Select a Desired File and Play it Back Slide Show Creating a Title Inserting a TitleDeleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card Dpof Setting Formatting a Memory CardCopying an S-VHS or VHS Cassette to your DV Cassette Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment Dubbing Analog-Digital ConversionStopping Dubbing ≥Recording startsUsing the Software with a Computer Using USB DriverSoftware Installation Windows Select the software to be installed from Setup MenuInstalling USB Driver Finish installation by following the on-screen instructionsClick OK when the Restarting Windows Dialogue appears For Windows 98SE/Me UsersConnecting Computer and Palmcorder After the completion of setting, click on FinishFor Windows XP/2000 Users Use auxiliary USB Connection Cable to connectªOperating environment Using as a Web CameraStart the NetMeeting Setting up the NetMeeting Installation of DV Studio 3.1E-SE Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SEªTo start DV Studio 3.1E-SE Using the G.726 Audio Decoder Installing the G.726 Audio DecoderInstall it by following the instructions on the screen Click Finish when the Setup Complete Dialog appearsUsing the ArcSoft Software Software Installation MacintoshInstallation of ArcSoft Software Suite ≥Installation beginsTo start software in the ArcSoft Software Suite For Information on ArcSoft SoftwareIf you no longer need software or driver Uninstall To disconnect USB cable safelyDouble click the icon in task tray Windows XP/2000About the SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard About the compatibility of the card filesSD Memory Card MultiMediaCardIndications Recording Mode White Balance Mode≥Number set Dpof 00 l50 Dpof setting & Slide Show Voice cyan l42 ≥File number No.000 l45 ≥Lock setting l49Changing the Counter Display Mode Changing the Display ModeBattery is low. Recharge it Displaying Date/Time IndicationAlarm Sounds l20 Progressive PhotoShotTM Function l25Zoom In/Out Functions l26 Cinema Function and Wide Function l28Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment l30 Manual Iris Adjustment l30MagicPix Function l28 Program AE l29Digital Effect Functions Camera Mode Using the Auto Pop-up Flash l33Listening to Playback Sound Through Headphones Multi-Picture Mode VCR Mode l40 Selecting the Sound during PlaybackPlayback Zoom Functions l39 Playback Digital Effect Functions l39Recording to a Card from other equipment Card PhotoShot l42Recording Moving Pictures MPEG4 l44 Voice Voice Recording Function l44Voice Power Save l20 Using a Card in a Personal ComputerCard Playback l45 Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette l46Tips for using your Palmcorder After UseAbout the AC Adaptor ≥If you use the Palmcorder near a TV, images or soundsDigital Video Head Cleaner Optimal Use of the BatteryCondensation Take out the CassetteLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Explanation of Terms Specifications Digital PalmcorderPalmcorder Accessory System Accessory# DescriptionPalmcorder Accessory Order Form For USA Customers VisaBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Problems SolutionsHeadphones of the Palmcorder Is pressedMosaic-like noise patterns appear on images during Cue, Review or Slow Motion PlaybackRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty For USA Customers Limited Warranty CoverageParts Labor Service Contact Number Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home ServiceCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryPanasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL Warranty For Canadian Customers Panasonic Canada IncAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Camcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labourIndex Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido Para iniciarPara grabar Para comprobar lo que ha sido grabadoPara introducir una tarjeta de memoria Para grabar en una tarjeta de memoriaPara reproducir la imagen en la tarjeta de memoria Ajuste la videocámara según el modo de playback de tarjetaPage Page Page Panasonic Canada Inc LSQT0619A F0103Nm0 600 a