Panasonic AG-DVX100A Problems during various kinds of video recording, Editing-related problems

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Troubleshooting (Q&A)

Problems during various kinds of video recording

Q1: No automatic focusing

A1-1: Has the manual focus mode been set? The focus is adjusted automatically in the auto focus mode. (See page 11)

A1-2: Is a scene which is hard to bring into focus in the auto focus mode being shot? Some scenes are hard to bring into focus using auto focus. In cases like this, use the manual focus mode instead for focusing.

Scenes hard to bring into focus

O Shooting both distant and close-up subjects

O Shooting subjects through dirty window panes

O Shooting subjects in dark locations

O Shooting while objects that glitter or dazzle are around the subject

O Shooting fast-moving subjects

O Shooting subjects with minimal contrast

Editing-related problems

Q1: No audio dubbing.

A1-1: Has the accidental erasure prevention knob on the cassette tape been set to “SAVE?” If it has, recording cannot be performed. (See page 22)

A1-2: Has an attempt been made to edit parts shot in the LP mode? Audio dubbing cannot be performed as the track width on the tape is narrower than the head width in the LP mode.

Display-related problems

Q1: Something is wrong with the time code display.

A1: When the reverse slow playback mode is set, the count shown on the time code display becomes inconsistent; however, this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.

Q2: The remaining tape display does not match the actual amount of tape remaining.

A2-1: The remaining tape is not displayed accurately with continuous shooting sessions lasting less than 30 seconds.

A2-2: A display which is two to three minutes less than the actual tape remaining time sometimes appears.

Playback-related problems (video)

Q1: No playback, even when the play button is pressed.

A1: Has the CAMERA/VCR button been pressed and has the VCR lamp lit?

If the VCR lamp is not lit, playback-related operations cannot be performed. (See page 10)

Q2: Mosaic-type noise is generated during cue and review.

A2: This is a phenomenon inherent to digital video. It is not indicative of malfunctioning.

Q3: No playback images are seen even though the camera recorder is connected with the TV set correctly.

A3: Is the TV set’s input selector at “video input?” Read through the operating instructions of the TV set, and select the video input connector to which the camera recorder has been connected.

Q4: The playback images are not displayed clearly.

A4: Are the camera recorder’s heads dirty?

If they are dirty, the playback images will not be displayed clearly.

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Contents Digital Video Camera Recorder For U.K. only Operating precaution Battery eject buttonBatterij verwijderknop Contents Accessories OBattery OEye cup VMG1458OShoulder strap VFC3891 Precautions for use AC adapter and batteryWhen carrying the camera recorder, take care not to drop it LCD Storage tips Parts and their functions Prst preset Gain switchWhite BAL switch CAMERA/VCR button and lampAuto ManualAuto button ND Filter switchRemote control sensor front Menu button USER1, USER2 and USER3 buttonsLine MICServo ManuINPUT1 INPUT2Counter Remote control unit Play button VCR operation buttons C/REW buttonFF/B button Still ADV buttons E, DRemote control unit settings Remote control unitInstalling the battery Setting methodCharging and recording times of accessory battery Charging the batteryConnect the AC cable to the power outlet Charging time Continuous recording timeMounting the battery Supplying power from the AC adapterReturn the viewfinder to its original position Cassette tapes Inserting a cassette tapeTo prevent accidental erasure of recordings Mounting the lens hood Adjusting the hand strapAttaching the shoulder strap Removing the lens hoodViewfinders Using the viewfinderEye-piece Diopter adjustment dial Do not point the viewfinder’s eye-piece at the sunEye cup holder Using the LCD monitorAttaching the eye cup ProjectionLCD Contrast Setting the calendar Charging the internal battery Setting the electronic shutter Shutter speeds which can be setSynchro Scan Slow shutter mode When the progressive mode is established 25PLOW Light Adjusting the white balanceWhite balance and black balance Level OverATW Auto Tracking White function Adjusting the black balanceMessage that appears while adjustment is underway ABB ActiveSetting the time data Setting the user’s bitSetting the time code Otcg item Ofirst REC TC item OTC Preset itemHow to select the TC Preset item setting Scene files Changing the scene file settings Save VCR mode Setting menusCamera mode Operation methodConfiguration of setting menus Menus in the camera modeMenus 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 recordedUB Mode PresetTC Preset UB PresetDUB Input AV IN/OUT Setup screenREC Time DV OUTDisplay Setup screen Other Functions screen VCR Time Shift Beep SoundClock SET User FileCamera mode and VCR mode Screen displaysLOW Light Remote ND filter display Remaining battery charge displayGain display Recommended ND filter displayCHK Unable to A. DUB LP Recorded Unplayable Tape Other FormatCopy Inhibited Incompatible TapeUIris display VCR modeSearch number display CH2 2m i nDisplay item Mode CHK button Other Display item setting Selecting the displayALL Partial OFF Input 1 Input Connecting external componentsInputting to and outputting from analog components Microphone holder Microphone holder adapterInputting to and outputting from digital components Regular shooting ShootingPreparation and inspections REC checkIndex recording Using the User buttonsFace-to-face shooting Intermittent recordingBackup recording 25P mode Progressive shootingTape blank search PlaybackNormal playback Variable speed searchCondensation Video headsBattery-related problems Troubleshooting Q&APower supply-related problems Problems during normal video recordingDisplay-related problems Problems during various kinds of video recordingEditing-related problems Playback-related problems videoQ3 The remote control unit does not work Playback-related problems audioOther types of problems Q2 More than one recorded stream of sound is heardMaintenance Viewfinder maintenanceIndex mark Eye cup holder Specifications Input 1, Input DC Input PhonesCAM Remote Memo Web Site http//www . panasonic . co . jp/global F0903T1103 @
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