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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 Safety Precautions Things You Should KnowAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Telephone Number PANA7262 FCC NoteFCC Caution Important Safety Instructions USE & Location PrecautionsContents Problems and Solutions Lock SettingUsing Camcorder with a PC UninstallLights up Using the ViewfinderInserting a Card Recording on a TapeRecording a Still Picture on Card Photoshot Playing Back a TapePlaying Back a Card AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable p Standard AccessoriesParts Identification and Handling „ CamcorderViewfinder pp Power SupplyUsing the AC Adaptor Built-in LED Light pCharging Time and Available Recording Time Using the Battery„ Disconnecting the Power Source Attach the charged Battery to the CamcorderAttaching the Shoulder Strap Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your handTo Use as a Grip Belt Re-attaching the Lens CapAccidental Erasure Prevention Using a Memory Card Optional„ When the Cassette Holder does not come out „ When the Cassette Holder cannot be housedEasy to Use Mode Dial How to Use the Joystick ControlTurning on the Camcorder Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor „ To Adjust Using the Menu ScreenAdjusting Brightness and Color Level Using the LCD MonitorList of Menus Selecting LanguageLCD SET EVF SET12bit Audio „ About date/time Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode Set Basic Clock SET YESStill Advance playback LP ModeAudio Recording Mode Set to Tape Recording ModeRecording on a Tape „ On-screen Display in the Tape Recording ModeRecording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode About RecordingRecording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot „ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot in Progress Recording YourselfRecording with the Built-in LED Video Light RapidFire Consecutive PhotoshotSelf-timer Recording Quick StartZoom In/Out Functions Digital Zoom Function Image Stabilizer FunctionFade In/Out Functions MagicPix Function „ To Cancel Fading„ To Cancel the MagicPix Function Backlight Compensation FunctionCinema Function Soft-Skin ModeRecording in Special Situations Scene Mode Wind Noise Reduction FunctionRecording in Natural Colors White Balance Adjusting White Balance Manually„ To Resume Automatic Adjustment „ To Cancel the Scene ModeAbout White Balance Sensor Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment Move the Joystick Control or 33 to adjust the shutter speedManual Iris Adjustment F Number Manual Focus Adjustment„ Range of Iris Adjustment „ To Stop Playback Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Finding a Scene You Want to Play BackTo Select a Desired File and Playing Back Still Playback/Still Advance PlaybackPlaying Back a Memory Card „ To Resume Normal PlaybackTo Select and Delete Files Slide ShowDeleting the Files Recorded on a Card „ To Stop the Slide ShowWriting Printing Data on a Card Dpof Setting Protecting the Files on a Card Lock Setting„ About the Dpof Move the Joystick Control 33 to select the to stop playback Formatting a CardPlaying Back on Your TV Set Advance Card Format YESTo record, and press the Photo Shot Button „ Connecting with the AV CableRecording from a Tape onto a Card Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR Dubbing„ To Stop Dubbing Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing„ To Cancel the Standby for Recording PC Connection With DV Interface CableUsing the USB Driver Using Camcorder with a PCEnter C\Windows\system\IOSUBSYS Connecting the Personal Computer CamcorderUsing Built-in SD Drive „ Windows 98SE UsersWindows Me To disconnect USB cable safelyDouble click Windows XP/2000Necessary software Using as a Web CameraInstalling the Video Stream Driver Communication Speed„ Windows 98SE/Me Users „ When you use the Camcorder as a Web CameraSetting up the Windows Messenger Setting up the MSN Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and passwordSelect DVC in the Microphone menu Files recorded on an SD Memory Card If you no longer need software or driver UninstallAbout the SD Memory Card SD Memory Card OptionalMisc About the compatibility of the card filesIndications „ To Display Date/Time Indication „ To Change the Display Mode„ Power Save Mode Initializing the Modes„ Recording on a Card „ Concerning the Power Supply„ Alarm Sounds „ Inserting/Removing the Cassette„ Zoom In/Out Functions „ Self-timer Recording„ Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light „ Quick Start„ MagicPix Function „ Soft-Skin Mode„ Scene Mode „ Backlight Compensation Function„ Playing Back „ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ Manual Iris Adjustment „ Lock Setting„ About AC Adaptor „ Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing„ After Use „ Cautions for Use„ Video Head Clogging and Care „ Condensation„ Cautions for Storage „ Optimal Use of the Battery„ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Before Requesting Service Problems and SolutionsCassette cannot be inserted Cassette cannot be removedNo operation other than cassette removal can be performed Screen has changed suddenlyFile recorded on a card cannot be deleted Push the Reset Switch is displayedPlayback picture is not clear Card Recorded pictures are not clear„ Focus Using the Reset buttonExplanation of Terms „ Digital Video SystemDigital Camcorder SpecificationsCamcorder Accessory System Accessory # DescriptionPrice Visa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited WarrantyCustomer Services Directory Centralized Factory ServicenterFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido NotaAdvertencia del FCC Cómo utilizar el visor Guía rápidaCómo utilizar la batería Inserción de una tarjeta de memoriaGrabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta Photoshot Reproducción de una cintaReproducción de una tarjeta de memoria Index Panasonic ArcSoft Promotion, 20421 84th Ave S, Kent, WA Cut on dotted lineFor questions regarding this promotion, call One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey
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