Panasonic PV-DV53 operating instructions Auto Focus, Manual Focus, Macro Focus for close-ups

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Advanced Settings

Auto Focus

The Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus over the entire zoom range.

Manual Focus

Use Manual Focus (MF) when recording ...

a subject through glass.

a scene where the subject is far from the Palmcorder and there are objects in the foreground.

a subject with distinct horizontal stripes.

a subject not centered in the Viewfinder.

subjects with shiny surfaces.

an obliquely angled subject.

a bright, flat subject such as a white wall.

in low light situations.

a scene with fast motions, like a golf swing.

Re-focusing may be required

when your Palmcorder is aimed at a new scene.

4, 6POWER ZOOM

5M.FOCUS

DIAL

1POWER

2AUTO/MANUAL

1 Set POWER to CAMERA.

2 Hold down AUTO/MANUAL for more than 0.7 second so that the “MNL” indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

3 Press FOCUS so that the “MF” (Manual Focus) indication appears in the EVF or the LCD monitor.

4 Press and hold POWER ZOOM, “T” side (Telephoto), until the lens is at maximum zoom in.

5 Turn M.FOCUS DIAL until the picture

is in focus.

It may be necessary to back away from the subject to focus the image properly.

6 Press POWER ZOOM to “W” or “T” as desired.

The subject will remain in focus over the entire zooming range.

It may be necessary to back away from the subject to focus the image properly.

3FOCUS

Macro Focus (for close-ups)

Press the “W” side of POWER ZOOM to the maximum wide angle position.

Auto Focus will function with the subject as close as 25 mm (1 inch) in front of the lens.

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Contents Operating Instructions Safety Precautions Things You Should KnowAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover PV-DV53Important Safeguards Important Safeguards Table of Contents Before Using How to remove the Sensor tagUnpack your Palmcorder Record Speed/Playback TimeAdjust the Length Easy Cassette Eject/InsertionAttaching the Shoulder Strap Hand StrapUsing the Built-in Light Self Demo ModeSet Power to Camera To turn Self Demo back onInsert the Battery Pack Quick GuideInsert Cassette Monitor, and swing it fully openCamera Recording To Watch Playback in the LCD Liquid Crystal DisplayCharge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor Insert the Battery Pack Remove the Battery PackAbout the Flashing of the Charge Lamp Batt ReleaseSupplying Power Battery CareUse AC Adaptor Setting the Clock Set the Date and TimeCamera VCR Functions ExampleUsing the Palmcorder Menu Displaying the MenuCamera Main menu VCR Main menuTo conserve power Camera RecordingSimple Recording EVFUsing the LCD Monitor To adjust the LCD/EVF Brightness or ColorStart recording EVF/LCDDigital PhotoShot Mode Progressive PhotoShot ModeSet Power to Camera Press Photoshot in Record/Pause Press Photoshot in Record/Pause modeSet Power to Camera Zoom slowly ZoomRecording Check Zoom quicklyJOG KEY 2MENU 5REC Pause 1POWER Recording Still PicturesSelf Recording 2STILLSpecial Effect Features Cinema ModeBacklight Start recording Press Back Light to activateProgram AE Audio/Video Fade In/Out FadeFade Out Advanced Settings For manual White Balance adjustmentWhite Balance Following cases, the indication flashesAuto Focus Manual FocusMacro Focus for close-ups High Speed Shutter Auto ShutterAdjusting the Iris Manually Playback using the LCD Connecting Earphone not suppliedPlayback Your Recordings MonitorAdjusting the Volume Repeat PlaybackBlank Search EVF/LCDRRapid Visual Search Still PictureFast Forward/Rewind Check REWIND/SEARCHRotate JOG KEY to adjust Variable Speed SearchJog Frame by Frame Search JOG KEY 1PLAYStrobe Multi Mode FastNormal SlowView Recording/Playback on your TV TV with AUDIO/VIDEO in JacksOUT Start playback or begin a recordingDigital Features Digital ZoomJOG KEY 2MENU 1POWER 5PLAY Set Power to VCRMagicPix Images Power 3REC/PAUSE Bplay Dual Digital Electronic Image Stabilization System D.E.I.SI.S. may not function when Other Digital Functions To use the Wipe functionTo use the MIX function KEY 1POWER 2MENU 7REC Pause Camera Still Picture in Picture PinPMain Picture Picture in Picture PinP still image PhotoshotEditing Features Audio Dubbing using the Built-in MicrophoneSet Power to VCR Press PLAY. Then press 12 bit7PAUSE MIXPress Pause to stop Audio Dubbing Copying your Tapes to VHS Cassette Monitor with your TVCopying from Digital Equipment dubbing Recording PalmcorderPause 6STOP 4REC Insert a pre-recorded tape intoPC Connection PC Connection with DV Interface Cable i.LINKPhotovu Link Driver Optional System Requirements for Photovu Link Driver OptionalConnection Photovu Link Optional Running the SoftwareUsing Tape Image Data Palmcorder Accessory System Palmcorder Accessory Order Form VisaReplacing the Bulb Handle bulb gently. Excessive force may cause bulb to crackApproximate Brightness Values MixtureSpecifications Before Requesting Service Cleaning Care for Video HeadsTape Operations Caution Lens Hood Area Operation CautionRequest for Service Notice Symptom CorrectionOn-Screen Displays OSD ForLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyCustomer Services Directory Accessory PurchasesPrecauciones para su seguridad Advertencia del FCCInserte de la batería Inserte el CassetteGrabación con la cámara Cuando el monitor LCD se enchuentraTotalmente abierto, el visor se Desactiva AutomáticamenteCamera Mode Menu Screen 10 11 Beep SoundVCR Mode Menu Screen 11 C.RESET p REC Speed pAudio DUB p CAMERA/VCR Mode Important NoteREC PhotoPause CHKIndex of Controls Front ViewSide View Rear ViewTop View Back ViewPower Lamp Charge Lamp Tripod Receptacle AC Power Cord pp VCR DC Output ConnectorUnderside View AC Adaptor Index Menu OSDPhotovu Link