Panasonic NV-MX8A Index Search Functions, Playback Digital Effect Functions, Audio Dubbing

Models: NV-MX8A

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STEREO:

Stereo Sound (main sound and sub sound)

L:Left channel sound (main sound)

R:Right channel sound (sub sound)

If an attempt was made to perform audio dubbing for what was recorded with [12bit] selected as the [AUDIO REC] setting, the sound played back will be set to stereo regardless of the [AUDIO OUT] setting if [12bit AUDIO] is set to [MIX].

ªIndex Search Functions

Index Search may not be possible at the beginning of tape. Because Photoshot Index Signals are not recorded on still

pictures recorded in Continuous Photoshot Mode, the Photoshot Index Search Function cannot be used for these still pictures.

Scene Index Search may not function properly if the interval between 2 scene index signals is shorter than 1 minute.

ªPlayback Digital Effect Functions

Signals of images to which digital effects are added during playback cannot be output from the DV Terminal (l7) or Digital Still Picture Terminal (l34).

You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while playing back the non-recorded portion of tape.

ªPlayback Zoom Function

You cannot adjust the sound volume with the Remote Controller in Playback Zoom Mode.

If you turn off the Movie Camera power or if you switch from VCR Mode to Camera Mode, Playback Zoom Mode is automatically cancelled.

Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being used, images that are output from the DV Terminal (l7) or Digital Still Picture Terminal (l34) are not enlarged.

As you enlarge an image, the quality of image suffers. If you select Multi-Picture Mode in the Playback Zoom Mode, equivalent magnification (1k) becomes zoom

magnification.

You cannot use the Mirror Mode of Digital Effects and the Playback Zoom Functions simultaneously.

During the Playback Zoom Function, the Variable Speed Search Function cannnot be used with the Remote Controller.

ªPlaying Back on Your TV

If you set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [IN/OUT] with NV-MX8, nothing will be shown on the TV screen except during playback.

ªAudio Dubbing

The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed.

Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot be dubbed. If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the tape is

dubbed, images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back.

If you set the tape counter back to 0 at the position where you want to stop Audio Dubbing so as to make it possible to use the Memory Stop Function (l55), Audio Dubbing is terminated automatically when the tape reaches this position.

In the case of importing data recorded with Audio Dubbing to a PC using the PC’s software programme, only the original sound (ST1) may be imported, depending on the software programme.

ªRecording the Contents of Other

Equipment

Recording to a Card

If you set the [TAPE/CARD] Selector to [CARD], you can use the Card Photoshot function for external input signals.

Black streaks may appear at the 4 edges of the image. When the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed, the image may seem to move backward momentarily, but this does

not affect the recording.

If the [PICTURE/MPEG4/VOICE] Selector is set to [VOICE], recording to a card is not possible.

During the recording with analog input, a Card Photoshot Function cannot be used.

The picture size recorded from an external input or a tape is [640k480].(It is not a mega pixel still picture recording.)

Analog-Digital Conversion

When the Movie Camera is connected with other digital video equipment through its DV Terminal, images recorded in analog form from other external equipment can be output to the digital video equipment through the DV Terminal.

To DV-output analog video signals sent from other equipment, set [DV OUT] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [ON]. (Normally, keep the [DV OUT] set to [OFF]. If it is set to [ON], the quality of the image may be disturbed.)

ªUsing the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing)

If you set the [TAPE/CARD] Selector to [CARD], you can use the Card Photoshot function for external input signals.

Regardless of the setting, digital dubbing is carried out automatically in the same audio recording mode as that of the Cassette on the playback-side. (NV-MX6/MX8 only)

The images on the monitor of the recording side may be disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded images.

Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback Zoom, or Playback Title In have been used, these effects are not output from the DV Terminal.

Even if you use device equipped with DV Terminals (such as i.LINK), you may not be able to perform Digital Dubbing in some cases.

ªAutoprint

When the cooling function of a video printer has been working and the printing speed is dropping, Autoprint may stop. When this happens, set [AUTO PRINT] to [YES] once more.

If you replace the Ink Cassette or paper during printing, the

same picture may be printed twice.

When the Movie Camera is not connected to the video printer properly, when the Ink Cassette is not inserted or is empty, or when the printer is out of paper, the [PRINTER ERROR] Indication appears.

Some Photoshot images may be skipped during Autoprint.

ªRecording on a Card

The sound cannot be recorded. The Shutter Effect cannot be used.

If [ECONOMY] is selected for recording, mosaic-pattern

noise may appear on a playback image depending on the image content.

During automatic recording of images, the number of images that can still be recorded on the Card is displayed. When it becomes [0], the Tape is set to the Recording Pause Mode.

Pictures with wide-screen format signals cannot be copied. The size of pictures recorded from tape to card is

640k480

ªCard Photoshot

The sound cannot be recorded. The Shutter Effect cannot be used.

The Progressive Function is set to [ON]. The shutter speed becomes 1/30-1/500

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Panasonic NV-MX8A Index Search Functions, Playback Digital Effect Functions, Playback Zoom Function, Audio Dubbing

NV-MX8A specifications

The Panasonic NV-MX8A is a compact and sophisticated camcorder that was introduced in the early 2000s, positioning itself as an innovative device within the market of consumer-grade video equipment. Equipped with a range of advanced features, this model appealed to both amateurs and semi-professional videographers.

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In terms of usability, the NV-MX8A features a user-friendly interface complemented by a 2.5-inch LCD monitor that flips out for easy framing and playback. The LCD screen provides excellent visibility, making it easier to frame shots accurately and navigate menus effortlessly even in bright conditions. Additionally, the camcorder has an electronic viewfinder for users who prefer a more traditional shooting style.

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