Panasonic VM-L153 Playing Back Recordings, Tracking Control, Playback on EVF or LCD Monitor

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Playing Back Recordings

Before you begin...

Connect Camcorder to power source.

Insert recorded tape.

1

Speaker

D A B C

3

E

2

Tracking Control

Auto Tracking

Continuously analyzes each recording for optimum picture quality.

Manual Tracking

Some recordings require manual adjustment to reduce noise.

Press UP or DOWN until Playback picture clears up.

Press M.FOCUS to return to Auto Tracking.

Playback on EVF or LCD Monitor

1 Press LCD-OPEN and swing LCD monitor fully open.

2 Set POWER to VCR.

If tape has no record tab, auto playback begins.

EVF or LCD monitor turns on/off by the POWER switch.

3 Playback function buttons.

A (REWIND/SEARCH) : Rewind tape.

B (PLAY/STILL) : Play tape.

C (FAST FORWARD/SEARCH) : Fast Forward tape.

D (STOP) : Stop tape.

EVOLUME : During playback, adjust volume of speaker.

Press “W” :

Press “T” :

Volume down.

Volume up.

Note:

Using LCD monitor reduces battery operating time. Return LCD monitor to locked position when not in use.

During playback, press MENU to adjust LCD monitor brightness (page 16).

Special Effects

Quick Visual Search

Search Speed

• SP (Standard Play) : 3 times normal.

SLP (Super Long Play) : 9 times normal.

During playback, press:

(FAST FORWARD/SEARCH) :

fast forward search

(REWIND/SEARCH) : rewind search

Press again or press (PLAY/STILL) for normal play.

Still Picture

Press (PLAY/STILL) to freeze picture. Press again for normal play.

This feature works best in SLP mode (page 10).

Note:

During search, horizontal noise bars will appear. Audio is muted.

To protect video heads and tape, operating modes

will revert as follows after 5 minutes:

Still Stand-by

Stand-byPower off (when Battery Pack is used).

Tape auto-rewinds if played or fast forwarded to end.

Basic Operation

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Contents Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida Operating InstructionsThank you for choosing Panasonic Battery Charging Confirmation MarkerThings You Should Know Unpack your CamcorderAbove markings are located on the appliance’s bottom cover Safety PrecautionsImportant Safeguards If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water PrecautionsTable of Contents Insert Cassette Charging the Battery PackPlayback using the LCD Monitor Quick Operation GuideUsing the Battery Pack Supplying PowerBattery Refresh Car Battery Cord Optional Battery CareAC Adaptor Erase Protection Tab Cassette InformationCassette Insertion/Removal Record/Playback TimeBefore Using Camera Mode Menu Screen VCR Mode Menu Screen Using Menu ModePress Menu twice to exit Setting the ClockCamera Mode VCR Mode Press UP or Down to select Clock SET3b Auto Daylight Saving Time 3a Setting the Time Zone3c Setting Date and Time Time Zone chartAccuBrite Built-in Light Using the LightReplacing the Bulb LCD Bright To adjust LCD BrightCamera Recording Recording via EVF or LCD MonitorSTAND-BY Release Stand-by Quick ReleaseManual Easy Editing Easy Edit Stand-byREC Time Programmed RecordingProgrammed REC REC TimeSpecial Effects Playing Back RecordingsTracking Control Playback on EVF or LCD MonitorTV Playback or Viewing VCR Playback using PlayPak OptionalBefore you begin Copying your Tapes dubbingConnections Monitor with your TVZoom quickly Four-Speed Power ZoomZoom In T Zoom Out W Zoom slowlyBacklight Macro Focus close-ups FocusAuto Focus Manual FocusPress M.FOCUS repeatedly to select High Speed ShutterAuto Shutter Manual SelectionFade Auto FadeBlack Fade Out Type Color Digital FadeColor Press Menu for Menu mode. Press UP or Down to select Press Menu twice to exit Press T on Power ZoomRepeat steps 2~3 to select OFF to cancel this feature Digital ZoomDigital EIS on NormalMotionsensor MotionSensorMotionSensor may mistakenly start when MotionSensor may not start whenFull Full Empty Empty Mode SelectViewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications Display SETSet Power to Camera or VCR Display-Off ModeRecording the Date and Time Pause CAMERA/VCR modeVCR-MODE DEWA. Consumers Attention Clock Battery Replacing Clock BatteryInsert Battery Tray so the triangle marks meet PV-AA6 Palmcorder Accessory SystemVisa Palmcorder Accessory Order FormSpecifications Video Head Cleaning Before Requesting ServiceSymptom Correction Request for Service Notice Request for Service NoticePanasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectorySpanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Fast Forward Index

VM-L153 specifications

The Panasonic VM-L153 is a compact and versatile video camera that has gained recognition for its impressive feature set and user-friendly operation. Designed for both amateur and professional videographers, this camera combines advanced technologies with a lightweight body, making it an ideal choice for various filming situations.

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