Panasonic AG-DVX100A manual Condensation, Video heads

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Condensation

How to tell when condensation has formed inside and what to do about it

If, after the camera recorder’s power has been

turned on, the condensation display symbol flashes, it means that condensation has formed inside the camera recorder. If this happens, the power will be automatically turned off after several seconds.

Take the following action.

1Remove the cassette.

No other functions will work. Depending on the degree of condensation, it may not be possible to eject the cassette, either. In this case, wait two or three hours, and then try ejecting the cassette.

2Wait two or three hours with the cassette holder open.

The wait time differs depending on the degree of condensation and the ambient temperature.

3After two or three hours have elapsed, turn on the power, and check whether the condensation display has gone off.

Even if the condensation display has gone off, wait another hour to be on the safe side before attempting to operate the camera recorder.

Bear in mind that condensation may be forming before the condensation display comes on.

OCondensation forms gradually so that the condensation display may not appear for the first 10 to 15 minutes after it has started to form inside.

OIn very cold climates, condensation may freeze and turn into frost. In this case, it will take two or three hours for the frost to melt and become condensation again.

Video heads

If the video heads are dirty, mosaic-type noise may occur in some areas or the whole image may turn blue when playing back a tape.

If the dirt accumulates, the recording capability will deteriorate, and in the end it will not be possible to record.

Causes of dirty heads

OHigh concentrations of dust in the atmosphere

OEnvironments which are very hot and very humid

OTape damage

OProlonged operation

Using the cleaning cassette tape

1Insert the cleaning tape in the camera recorder, and set the POWER switch to ON.

2Press the CAMERA/VCR button, and check that the VCR lamp has lit.

3Tilt the OPERATION lever in the 1 direction, and allow 10 seconds to pass before tilting it in the $ direction.

(Do not rewind the tape at this point.)

4Remove the cleaning tape, proceed with a test recording and playback using another tape, and check the images.

5If the images are not clear, repeat steps 1 to 4.

(Do not run the cleaning tape continuously more than 4 times.)

ODo not rewind the cleaning tape at any interim point. At the end of the tape, rewind it, and use it again from the start.

OIf the heads are still dirty even after cleaning, it may mean that the tape itself has deteriorated so stop using it immediately.

OOveruse of the cleaning tape causes head wear. If the heads are worn, clear pictures will not be played back even immediately after the heads have been cleaned.

OIf the cleanliness of the heads is not improved by the cleaning tape, the camera recorder must be cleaned and/or repaired by your local dealer. Consult with your dealer.

Regular inspections

In order to view clean and clear images, it is recommended that the video heads and other worn parts be replaced after they have been used for about 1,000 hours. (This period will vary significantly depending on the temperature, humidity, dust and other conditions in the operating environment.)

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Contents Digital Video Camera Recorder For U.K. only Battery eject button Operating precautionBatterij verwijderknop Contents OBattery OEye cup VMG1458 AccessoriesOShoulder strap VFC3891 AC adapter and battery Precautions for useWhen carrying the camera recorder, take care not to drop it LCD Storage tips Parts and their functions Gain switch White BAL switchPrst preset CAMERA/VCR button and lampAuto ManualND Filter switch Remote control sensor front Menu buttonAuto button USER1, USER2 and USER3 buttonsLine MICServo ManuINPUT1 INPUT2Counter Remote control unit VCR operation buttons C/REW button FF/B buttonPlay button Still ADV buttons E, DRemote control unit Installing the batteryRemote control unit settings Setting methodCharging the battery Connect the AC cable to the power outletCharging and recording times of accessory battery Charging time Continuous recording timeSupplying power from the AC adapter Mounting the batteryReturn the viewfinder to its original position Inserting a cassette tape Cassette tapesTo prevent accidental erasure of recordings Adjusting the hand strap Attaching the shoulder strapMounting the lens hood Removing the lens hoodUsing the viewfinder Eye-piece Diopter adjustment dialViewfinders Do not point the viewfinder’s eye-piece at the sunUsing the LCD monitor Attaching the eye cupEye cup holder ProjectionLCD Contrast Setting the calendar Charging the internal battery Shutter speeds which can be set Setting the electronic shutterSynchro Scan Slow shutter mode When the progressive mode is established 25PAdjusting the white balance White balance and black balanceLOW Light Level OverAdjusting the black balance Message that appears while adjustment is underwayATW Auto Tracking White function ABB ActiveSetting the time data Setting the user’s bitOtcg item Ofirst REC TC item OTC Preset item Setting the time codeHow to select the TC Preset item setting Scene files Changing the scene file settings Save Setting menus Camera modeVCR mode Operation methodMenus in the camera mode Configuration of setting menusMenus in the VCR mode Scene File screen Camera Setup screen SW Mode screen Auto SW screen Playback Functions screenRecording Setup screen Inputs and audio tracks recordedPreset TC PresetUB Mode UB PresetAV IN/OUT Setup screen REC TimeDUB Input DV OUTDisplay Setup screen Other Functions screen Beep Sound Clock SETVCR Time Shift User FileScreen displays Camera mode and VCR modeLOW Light Remote Remaining battery charge display Gain displayND filter display Recommended ND filter displayCHK Unplayable Tape Other Format Copy InhibitedUnable to A. DUB LP Recorded Incompatible TapeVCR mode Search number displayUIris display CH2 2m i nSelecting the display Display item Mode CHK button Other Display item settingALL Partial OFF Connecting external components Inputting to and outputting from analog componentsInput 1 Input Microphone holder Microphone holder adapterInputting to and outputting from digital components Shooting Preparation and inspectionsRegular shooting REC checkUsing the User buttons Face-to-face shootingIndex recording Intermittent recordingBackup recording 25P mode Progressive shootingPlayback Normal playbackTape blank search Variable speed searchCondensation Video headsTroubleshooting Q&A Power supply-related problemsBattery-related problems Problems during normal video recordingProblems during various kinds of video recording Editing-related problemsDisplay-related problems Playback-related problems videoPlayback-related problems audio Other types of problemsQ3 The remote control unit does not work Q2 More than one recorded stream of sound is heardViewfinder maintenance MaintenanceIndex mark Eye cup holder Specifications DC Input Phones Input 1, InputCAM Remote Memo Web Site http//www . panasonic . co . jp/global F0903T1103 @