Camera Mode Menu Screen

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1 D.FUNCTION (pp. 35, 37)

To select one of the 10 digital functions.

Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital function.

2D.ZOOM (p. 34)

To select D.ZOOM1 (from 10X to 25X) or D.ZOOM2 (from 10X to 700X). Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital zoom.

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3 PROGRESSIVE (p. 17)

When set to ON, still pictures taken with PhotoShot are recorded with a higher resolution than with normal PhotoShot.

4 PROG. AE (p. 21)

To select one of the 5 Program AE modes. Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected Program AE mode.

5 CINEMA (p. 20)

When set to ON, you can record a picture compatible with a wide-screen TV equipped with an S2 picture terminal.

6 REC-SPEED(pp. 6, 15)

SP: Normal recording speed mode.

LP: Recording time is 1.5 times as long as in the SP mode. For example, 120 minutes of recording is possible on a

80 minute tape. 7 AUDIO-REC(p. 38)

12 bit: The sound is recorded in the

12 bit/32 kHz mode.

16 bit: The sound is recorded in the

16bit/48 kHz high-quality mode.

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INDEX

 

 

DAY: An index signal is recorded

 

 

when recording is restarted

 

 

after the date has changed

 

 

since the last recording.

 

 

2 HOUR:An index signal is recorded

 

 

when recording is restarted

 

 

after a lapse of more than

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2 hours.

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SHUTTER (p. 17)

 

When set to ON, still pictures taken in

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the PhotoShot mode are recorded with

 

a visual shutter effect and click sound.

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SELF-REC (p. 19)

Information

NORMAL: During self-recording, the picture on the LCD Monitor is the same as it will be recorded. MIRROR: During self-recording, the picture on the LCD Monitor is horizontally reversed.

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Panasonic PV-DV52 operating instructions Camera Mode Menu Screen, Index

PV-DV52 specifications

The Panasonic PV-DV52 was a compact and versatile camcorder that left an impression in the world of digital video recording during its time. Renowned for its user-friendly design and advanced features, the PV-DV52 catered to both amateur filmmakers and seasoned videographers seeking portability and quality.

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The PV-DV52 also prioritized ease of use, equipped with a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls. A flip-out LCD screen provided users with the ability to monitor their recordings easily, making framing shots and reviewing footage straightforward. The camcorder had built-in stabilization technology, which minimized the impact of shaky hands while filming, resulting in smoother video playback.

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