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If you are experiencing one of the following problems with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for Problems and Solutions.

Problems

Solutions

 

 

 

 

Video cannot be played back even when the [1] Button

Is the [VCR] Lamp on? If the [VCR] Lamp is not on, the

is pressed.

playback function cannot be used.

 

 

Mosaic-like noise patterns appear on images during

This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It

Cue, Review or Slow Motion Playback.

is not a malfunction.

 

 

Although the Palmcorder is correctly connected to a TV,

Have you selected Video Input on the TV? Please read the

playback images cannot be seen.

operating instructions of your TV and select the input that

 

matches the input jacks used for the connection.

 

 

Playback image is not clear.

Are the heads of the Palmcorder dirty? If the heads are dirty,

 

playback image will not be clear.

 

 

No sound is played back from the built-in speaker or

Is the volume too low? During playback, continue pressing

headphones of the Palmcorder.

the [PUSH] Dial until the [VOLUME] Indication appears.

 

Then, rotate the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the volume.

 

 

Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.

[12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu

 

of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu has been set to [MIX].

 

As a result, the original sound and sound that was recorded

 

by audio dubbing are played back together. It is possible to

 

reproduce the sounds separately.

 

 

The original sound was erased when audio dubbing was

If you perform audio dubbing on a recording done in [16bit]

performed.

Mode, the original sound will be erased. If you want to

 

preserve the original sound, be sure to select [12bit] Mode at

 

the time of recording.

 

 

Sounds cannot be played back.

Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is being played,

 

is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-

 

Menu of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu set to [ST2]?

 

To play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing,

 

[12bit AUDIO] must be set to [ST1].

 

Is the Variable Speed Search Function working? Press the

 

[1] Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function.

 

 

The recorded picture on the Memory Card is not clear.

Do you have [PICTURE QUALITY] on the [CARD SETUP]

 

Sub-Menu set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY]? If recording is

 

made when it is set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY], a detailed

 

image may show a mosaic pattern. Set the

 

[PICTURE QUALITY] to [FINE]. (l43)

 

 

Card PhotoShot playback pictures do not look normal.

There is a possibility that the images are damaged. To

 

prevent the loss of image data, we recommend that you back

 

images up on a Cassette or personal computer. (l46, 53)

 

 

Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be used.

There is a possibility of damage to either the Palmcorder or

 

the Card. Please contact Panasonic Call Centre.

 

 

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Contents Operating Instructions Above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Thank you for choosing PanasonicImportant Safeguards Precautions Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following End User License Agreement for USB Driver and DV StudioLimited USE Software License Audio Decoder End User License AgreementContents Battery Pack l14 Standard AccessoriesAC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable l14 USB Cable l53Quick Guide Charge the Battery. lTo View the Playback Picture Start recording. lControls and Components MagicWire Remote Control Jack Remote l12 Reset Button Reset l80Remote Control Sensor l13 SpeakerMagicWire Remote Control Remote Controller˚ 15˚ 15˚ 15˚ Using the Remote Controller Inserting the Button-type BatteryWhile pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery Holder Selecting Remote Controller ModesUsing the AC Adaptor Power SupplyUsing the Battery Attach the Battery to AC Adaptor and charge itLens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap Adjust the Easy-Grip StrapªAttach the Lens Cap 1ªTo Use as a Free Style Easy-Grip StrapInserting a Cassette Attaching the Shoulder StrapAccidental Erasure Prevention If the Cassette Holder Does Not Go BackUsing the Viewfinder Using the LCD MonitorTurning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting Modes File Selection in the Card Playback Mode Using the Menu ScreenList of Menus Display Setup Sub-Menu Recording Setup Sub-MenuDemo Mode Sub-Menu Other Functions Sub-MenuVCR Mode Main-Menu VCR Functions AV IN/OUT Setup Sub-MenuPlayback Functions Sub-Menu Camera data will not be recorded in the following casesShort-Cut Menus of the Card Playback Mode a Card Playback Mode Main-Menu Card FunctionsDelete Card File Sub-Menu Card Editing Sub-MenuInternal Lithium Battery Recharge Setting Date and TimeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeTo Check the Recording RecordingTo View the recorded scene while the Recording is To Finish the RecordingPhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette Zoom In/Out Functions Set Camera Functions Camera Setup D.ZOOM 25t or 700tDigital Zoom Function Times Tele Jump Zoom FunctionFade In/Out Functions Optical Image Stabilizer FunctionHold down the Fade Button while recording FadeBacklight Compensation Function Cinema Function and Wide FunctionMagicPix Function Cinema FunctionWind Noise Reduction Function Recording in Special Situations Program AERecording with a Fixed Brightness AE Lock Function Manual Iris Adjustment F Number Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment To Resume Automatic AdjustmentAdjusting White Balance Manually Recording in Natural Colors White BalanceAbout White Balance Sensor Advanced Functions Picture AdjustmentZebra Pattern Microphone Sensitivity LevelUsing the Auto Pop-up Flash Digital Effect Functions Wipe Mode and Mix ModePicture-in-Picture Mode Multi-Picture ModeSet MULTI-PICTURES Scan Mode Strobe or Manual To Display the Multi-Pictures againFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Playing BackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Slow Motion PlaybackFinding the End of a Recording Blank Search Function Jog PlaybackªPhotoShot Index Search Index Search FunctionsScene Index Search Press the 9 Button or the Button on the RemotePlayback Zoom Function Canceling the Playback Zoom FunctionPlayback Digital Effect Functions Suspending Playback Digital Effect TemporarilyPress the Index Button or 9 4 on the Remote controller Playing Back with Multi-Picture ModeAudio Dubbing Playing Back on Your TVRecording on the Memory Card Using a Memory CardAutomatically copying still pictures recorded on a Cassette After setting the Palmcorder to the VCR Mode l36To Stop the Transfer of Images Press the Button ≥For other notes, seeRecording Voice Voice Recording Function Recording Moving Pictures MPEG4Maximum recording time on the supplied Card 16 MB Maximum recording time on the supplied Card 16MBPlaying Back Files from the Memory Card Set the Palmcorder to Card Playback ModePlaying back Still Pictures Playing back Moving Pictures MPEG4Using File Search Mode Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a CassetteTo Select a Desired File and Play it Back Slide Show Inserting a Title Creating a TitleDeleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card Formatting a Memory Card Dpof SettingCopying an S-VHS or VHS Cassette to your DV Cassette Analog-Digital Conversion Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment DubbingStopping Dubbing ≥Recording startsUsing USB Driver Using the Software with a ComputerSoftware Installation Windows Select the software to be installed from Setup MenuFinish installation by following the on-screen instructions Installing USB DriverClick OK when the Restarting Windows Dialogue appears For Windows 98SE/Me UsersAfter the completion of setting, click on Finish Connecting Computer and PalmcorderFor Windows XP/2000 Users Use auxiliary USB Connection Cable to connectUsing as a Web Camera ªOperating environmentStart the NetMeeting Setting up the NetMeeting Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SE Installation of DV Studio 3.1E-SEªTo start DV Studio 3.1E-SE Installing the G.726 Audio Decoder Using the G.726 Audio DecoderInstall it by following the instructions on the screen Click Finish when the Setup Complete Dialog appearsSoftware Installation Macintosh Using the ArcSoft Software≥Installation begins Installation of ArcSoft Software SuiteTo start software in the ArcSoft Software Suite For Information on ArcSoft SoftwareTo disconnect USB cable safely If you no longer need software or driver UninstallDouble click the icon in task tray Windows XP/2000About the compatibility of the card files About the SD Memory Card MultiMediaCardSD Memory Card MultiMediaCardIndications White Balance Mode Recording Mode≥Number set Dpof 00 l50 Dpof setting & Slide Show Voice cyan l42 ≥File number No.000 l45 ≥Lock setting l49Changing the Display Mode Changing the Counter Display ModeBattery is low. Recharge it Displaying Date/Time IndicationProgressive PhotoShotTM Function l25 Alarm Sounds l20Zoom In/Out Functions l26 Cinema Function and Wide Function l28Manual Iris Adjustment l30 Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment l30MagicPix Function l28 Program AE l29Using the Auto Pop-up Flash l33 Digital Effect Functions Camera ModeListening to Playback Sound Through Headphones Selecting the Sound during Playback Multi-Picture Mode VCR Mode l40Playback Zoom Functions l39 Playback Digital Effect Functions l39Card PhotoShot l42 Recording to a Card from other equipmentRecording Moving Pictures MPEG4 l44 Voice Voice Recording Function l44Using a Card in a Personal Computer Voice Power Save l20Card Playback l45 Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette l46After Use Tips for using your PalmcorderAbout the AC Adaptor ≥If you use the Palmcorder near a TV, images or soundsOptimal Use of the Battery Digital Video Head CleanerCondensation Take out the CassetteLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Explanation of Terms Digital Palmcorder Specifications Accessory# Description Palmcorder Accessory SystemVisa Palmcorder Accessory Order Form For USA CustomersProblems Solutions Before Requesting Service Problems and SolutionsIs pressed Headphones of the PalmcorderMosaic-like noise patterns appear on images during Cue, Review or Slow Motion PlaybackRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty For USA CustomersParts Labor Service Contact Number Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home ServiceCustomer Services Directory Centralized Factory ServicenterPanasonic Services Company 1705 N. 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