Panasonic AG-DVX100 P 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 (accessory)

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 lighted.

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 Indicates safety information Important Safeguards Antenna Lead in Wire Contents Accessories Precautions for use AC adapter and batteryWhen carrying the camera recorder, take care not to drop it LCD Storage tips Parts and their functions Preset Auto ManualND Filter switch Remote control sensor front Menu buttonIndex button Auto buttonLine MICServo ManuINPUT1 INPUT2Counter Remote control unit VCR operation buttons C/REW button FF/C 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 outletMounting the battery Supplying power from the AC adapterBattery eject button Connect the AC adapter correctly as shown in the figureCassette tapes Inserting a cassette tapeTo prevent accidental erasure of recordings Adjusting the hand strap Attaching the shoulder strapMounting the lens hood Removing the lens hoodUsing the viewfinder ViewfindersDo not point the viewfinder’s eye-piece at the sun Attaching the eye cupUsing the LCD monitor Setting the calendar Charging the internal battery Setting the electronic shutter Shutter speeds which can be setSynchro Scan Adjusting the white balance White balance and black balanceLOW Light Level OverAdjusting the black balance Standard 60i modeProgressive mode ATW Auto Tracking White functionSetting the time data Setting the user’s bitSetting the time code OTC Mode item Otcg item Ofirst REC TC item OTC Preset itemHow to select the TC Preset item setting Scene files Changing the scene file settings Save Setting menus Camera modeVCR mode Operation methodConfiguration of setting menus Menus in the camera modeMenus in the VCR mode Scene File screen Camera Setup screen SW Mode screenAuto SW screen Playback Functions screen Inputs and audio tracks recordedRecording Setup screen AV IN/OUT Setup screen Display Setup screen Other Functions screen Camera mode and VCR mode Screen displaysLOW Light Remote Remaining battery charge display Date and time displayRemaining tape display CHK Unplayable Tape Other Format Copy InhibitedUnable to A. DUB LP Recorded Incompatible TapeVCR mode Search number displayL U M E Display item Mode CHK button Other Display item setting Selecting the displayALL Partial OFF Connecting external components Input 1 InputMicrophone holder Microphone holder adapter Shooting Preparation and inspectionsRegular shooting REC checkUsing the User buttons Face-to-face shootingIndex recording Intermittent recordingBackup recording 30P mode 24P mode24P advance 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 heardMaintenance Viewfinder maintenanceIndex mark Eye cup holder Specifications Input 1, Input DC Input PhonesCAM Remote Memo Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company

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