Panasonic PV-DV402 operating instructions Important Safeguards

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Important Safeguards

15.Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16.Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

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 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, 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.

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Contents PV-DV402 Safety Precautions Things You Should KnowAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover PV-DV202/PV-DV402Important Safeguards Important Safeguards Table of Contents Before Using Unpack your PalmcorderYES MIC YES ExternalRecord Speed/Playback Time Easy Cassette Eject/InsertionErase Protection Before you beginAdjust the Length Attaching the Shoulder StrapHand Strap Lens CapUsing the Built-in Light Remote ControlTo operate Camera functions To operate VCR functionsReplace the Battery Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders3Insert the Battery Tray 1Set Power to VCR or CameraInsert the Battery Pack Quick GuideInsert Cassette Before you beginSet Power to Monitor. Swing it fully open and adjust the angle Press REWCamera Recording To Watch Playback in the LCD Liquid Crystal DisplaySupplying Power Charge the Battery Pack on the AC AdaptorInsert the Battery Pack Remove the Battery Pack About the Flashing of the Charge LampBattery Care Use AC AdaptorSetting the Clock Set the Date and TimeExample Push RotateUsing the Palmcorder Menu Setting the Menu Items EX. VCR Mode menuDisplaying the Menu Camera 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 modeSet Power to Camera Zoom slowly 1Set Power to CameraZoom Zoom Microphone FunctionRecording Check Recording Still PicturesSelf Recording 1Press Recording CheckSpecial Effect Features Cinema ModePress Back Light again to cancel the Backlight feature BacklightProgram AE Audio/Video Fade In/Out MagicVu IR Filter 0 Lux PV-DV402 onlyFade Fade OutKEY 1POWER 2MENU 7REC Pause Camera Still Picture in Picture PinPMain Picture PhotoshotPhoto Title 5REC PauseAdvanced Settings For manual White Balance adjustmentWhite Balance Following cases, the indication flashesRe-focusing may be required Press Power Zoom to W or T as desiredAuto Focus Manual FocusJOG KEY 1POWER 2AUTO/MANUAL High Speed ShutterAuto Shutter Manual SelectionAdjusting the Iris Manually WIND-CUTPlayback using the LCD Monitor Connecting Earphone not suppliedSet the Power to VCR Playback Your RecordingsAdjusting the Volume Repeat PlaybackBlank Search EVF/LCDRStill Picture Rapid Visual SearchFast Forward/Rewind Check Special Effect Feature Slow Motion Playback Remote Control OnlyVariable Speed Search Press SLOW/F.ADV during playFrame by Frame Advance Remote Control Only Index Search Photo/Scene Remote Control Only3PLAY 1PAUSE ADV SlowIndex Forward/Reverse Search Remote Control Only To cancel this function, press Play or StopPlace the Palmcorder in the VCR Stop mode Jog Frame by Frame Search Palmcorder OnlyStrobe Multi Mode FastNorm SlowView Recording/Playback on your TV Camera mode Digital FeaturesDigital Zoom VCR mode MagicPix ImagesRotate JOG KEY to select D.FUNCTION , and then press JOG Rotate JOG KEY to selectI.S. may not function when Dual Digital Electronic Image Stabilization System D.E.I.S3REC/PAUSE Bplay Other Digital Functions Types of Digital FunctionsTo use the Wipe function To use the MIX functionEditing Features Memory-Stop Editing Remote Control Only Copying your Tapes to S-VHS or VHS Cassette Monitor with your TVCopying from Digital Equipment dubbing PauseSpecifications Before Requesting Service Cleaning Care for Video HeadsSelf Diagnostic System Tape Operations CautionSymptom Correction On-Screen Displays OSD Indications ConditionOn-Screen Displays OSD Request for Service Notice Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyServicenter List Service in Puerto RicoPrecauciones para su seguridad Advertencia del FCCAntes de comenzar Inserte de la bateríaFilm de protecció n Power a la Grabació n con la cá maraCuando el monitor LCD se enchuentra totalmente De alimentació nIntroducir la Tarjeta de memoria* Antes de comenzar Acerca del seguro M-CARDAl insertar la tarjeta de memoria Para quitar la tarjeta de memoriaCamera Mode Menu Screen 10 11 IndexBeep VCR Mode Menu Screen Card Mode Menu Screen 12 C.RESET p15 LCD/EVF Setting p REC Mode pCAMERA/VCR Mode Photo Important NoteCHK WIND-CUT Indication Progressive IndicationPhoto Mode Photo Rec Mode Photo Play ModeREC Mode Recording ModeIndex of Controls Front ViewSide View Rear ViewBack View Top ViewUnderside View AC Adaptor CD-ROM IndexMenu OSD One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey