Panasonic Camera-Recorder manual Gain, Iris, Shutter Speed, ND Filter

Gain, Iris, Shutter Speed, ND Filter

•Gain: Increases gain up to 18 dB. The selector has three positions: L is fixed at 0 dB; M and H can be set to 0, +3, +6, +9, or +12 dB. +18dB can also be quickly accessed by the use of

USER 1, 2 or 3 switch.

•Iris: Allows smooth, gradual manual or auto iris adjustment. The iris dial allows adjustment even when in Auto mode. Either backlight compensation or spotlight compensation can be added to the auto iris adjustment.

•Shutter: Maximum shutter speed is 1/2,000 sec. When a computer display is being recorded, a synchro scan function matches the shutter speed to the monitor to help eliminate the moving bar.

•ND filter: Two ND filters (1/8 ND, 1/64 ND) are built-in and easily accessible.

Support Functions for Greater Convenience

•End search: Automatically searches for the last recorded portion of the tape. Convenient when preparing to start the next recording.

•Mode check: Displays a list of the camera settings on the viewfinder and monitor. Makes it easy to check settings before recording.

•2-Pattern zebra: Displays an overexposure warning on the viewfinder and monitor. Select any two levels from among 80%, 85%, 90%, 95%, 100% and 105%.

•Rec check: Plays back the last portion of a recorded passage for easy checking.

•Index: Enables marking while recording. Convenient for searching after recording.

•Tally lamps: Provided on the unit’s front and rear menu switchable.

•Audio dubbing: Allows voice-over recording on a recorded tape via an external mic.

•Line recording: Lets you record a video signal input from an external source.

•Unlike consumer DV camcorders, the audio is locked to the video with a PLL circuit.

•Reversible eye cup for left and right eyed shooters. •Built-in SMPTE color bars useful for setup.