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Panasonic PV-DV103-K Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PV-DV103-K Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

PV-DV103-K
Model No.
Mini
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these
instructions thoroughly.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
LSQT0723A
DV103-K.p 1-4.p65
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2003/06/11, 13:18

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions PV-DV103-K Model No. Mini Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca LSQT0723A DV103-K.p 1-4.p65 2003/06/11, 13:18...

  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Date of Purchase You have purchased one of the most Dealer Purchased From sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it Dealer Address will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.

  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating 12. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords instructions should be read before the unit is operated. should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or 2.

  • Page 4: Precautions

    Important Safeguards 19. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this video unit e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified has been damaged. service personnel under the following conditions: f.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Things You Should Know ....................2 Important Safeguards ..................... 3 Precautions ........................4 Before Using ........................6 • Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion ..................7 Quick Guide ........................12 Supplying Power ......................14 Setting the Clock ......................16 Using the Palmcorder Menu ..................17 Camera Recording ......................

  • Page 6: Before Using

    Before Using Unpack your Palmcorder 1 pc. AC Adaptor (PV-DAC11-K) with AC 1 pc. Battery Pack 1 pc. A/V Cable Cable and DC Cable (CGR-D08/CGR- (LSJA0280) D08R) 1 pc. Shoulder Strap 1 pc. Lens Cap 1 pc. CR2025 Clock 1 pc. IR Remote (LSFC0016) (LSYF0535) Battery (installed in...

  • Page 7: Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion

    Before Using Before you begin Easy Cassette Eject/Insertion • Connect the Palmcorder to a power • If the Palmcorder is connected to a power source. (pp. 14, 15) source, the cassette can be inserted and ejected without turning the Palmcorder on. PUSH TAPE EJECT Slide TAPE EJECT to open the...
  • Page 8 Before Using Before you begin Using Built-in LED Light • Connect the Palmcorder to a power To brighten the natural colours in a scene. source. (pp. 14, 15) GAIN UP works together with the LED Light • Set POWER to CAMERA. to enhance the light’s brightness.

  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Do not reverse the polarity. Insert the Battery Tray. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep away from children.
  • Page 10 Before Using Remote Controlling Two Palmcorders You can control any two Panasonic Set POWER to VCR or CAMERA. Palmcorders with one Remote control. In • The POWER Lamp lights red. order for the remote to distinguish between • Be sure POWER is fully turned to the two units, it is necessary to set one of VCR or CAMERA position.

  • Page 11: Self Demo Mode

    Before Using Self Demo Mode Before you begin • Connect the Palmcorder to a power If no operation takes place for approx. source. (pp. 14, 15) 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor was connected to the Palmcorder and the POWER Switch was turned to CAMERA without inserting a Cassette, the Set POWER to CAMERA.

  • Page 12: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide Before you begin Insert the Battery Pack • Charge the Battery. (p. 14) Insert the Battery Pack and slide it up until it locks with a click. Insert Cassette These Palmcorders are equipped with the Easy Cassette Eject System so it is easy to insert or remove tapes, even when on a tripod.
  • Page 13 Quick Guide Camera Recording When the LCD monitor is fully open, the Viewfinder automatically turns OFF. Adjust the Vision Adjustment Set POWER to CAMERA. Control to your eyesight. Viewfinder 180° 90° LCD Monitor Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. Use OPEN tab on underside of Press REC/PAUSE again to pause the LCD monitor to unlock.

  • Page 14: Supplying Power

    Supplying Power Charge the Battery Pack on the AC Adaptor Connect and plug in the Power Cord as shown. • POWER Lamp will light. • Remove the DC Cable, if attached, from the adaptor. Attach the Battery as shown to POWER Lamp charge.

  • Page 15: Battery Care

    Supplying Power Battery Care Caution: To avoid damage to the Battery: • Charge only with specified charger. • Do not drop or jar the Battery. • Charge the Battery within an ambient • Use the Battery with specified models only. temperature range of 10 °C (50 °F) and 30 °C •...

  • Page 16: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock Before you begin Set the Date and Time • Connect the Palmcorder to a power The date and time is calculated, including source. (pp. 14, 15) leap year, up to DEC 31 2089. • Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. 2, 3, 4 Press MENU to display the Camera or JOG KEY...

  • Page 17: Using The Palmcorder Menu

    Using the Palmcorder Menu The Palmcorder features two menu Displaying the MENU displays: one for CAMERA mode (recording) and the other for VCR mode (playback). (pp. 59~62) Press MENU to display the CAMERA or VCR menu (according to the • While the Menu screen is displayed, you POWER setting).

  • Page 18: Camera Recording

    Camera Recording Simple Recording Before you begin Remove the lens cap and clip it to the hand • Connect the Palmcorder to a power strap. source. (pp. 14, 15) • Insert a cassette with the record tab closed. (p. 6) Set POWER to CAMERA.

  • Page 19: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Camera Recording Using the LCD Monitor The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor can be used while recording. Use OPEN tab on underside of the LCD monitor to unlock. Swing the LCD monitor fully open and adjust the viewing angle. • The LCD monitor will automatically 180°...

  • Page 20: Digital Photoshot Mode

    Camera Recording Digital PhotoShot Mode Use this feature to record a seven second Set POWER to CAMERA. (approx.) still image from the current camera picture. Audio is also recorded for on-the- spot narration. Or, you can add narration Press PHOTOSHOT in Record/Pause later with the Audio Dubbing feature to make mode.

  • Page 21: Zoom

    Camera Recording Zoom You can gradually zoom in for close ups or zoom out for wide angle shots. Set POWER to CAMERA. Zoom slowly: POWER by lightly pressing the “T” (Telephoto) or the “W” (Wide Angle) side of the ZOOM POWER ZOOM.

  • Page 22: Recording Check

    Camera Recording Recording Check To play back the final few seconds of the Press RECORDING CHECK last recorded scene in the REC/PAUSE mode. briefly in the REC/PAUSE mode. The [CHK] indication appears. After checking, the Palmcorder returns to the REC/PAUSE mode. •...

  • Page 23: Special Effect Features

    Special Effect Features CINEMA Mode Set POWER to CAMERA. You can record a picture compatible with a wide-screen TV equipped with S-Video picture terminal and Zoom/Wide features. Press MENU to display the CAMERA FUNCTIONS menu screen. 3, 4 Rotate JOG KEY to select CAMERA SETUP , then press JOG KEY to...

  • Page 24: Program Ae

    Special Effect Features Program AE The Auto Exposure feature can be used to Set POWER to CAMERA. make quality recordings in a variety of scene situations. Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the “MNL” indication appears in the EVF or 4, 5 the LCD monitor.

  • Page 25: Audio/Video Fade In/Out

    Special Effect Features Audio/Video Fade In/Out Fade In You can make smooth* scene transitions for a more professional look. In REC/PAUSE mode, hold down 1, 3, A FADE FADE until the picture fades out. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. Release FADE and the picture will gradually fade in.

  • Page 26: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings White Balance Auto White Balance (“AWB”) automatically Set POWER to CAMERA. maintains optimum colour balance in most lighting conditions. However, when using Digital Functions, etc., you may get better Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the results by using the manual adjustment. “MNL”...

  • Page 27: Auto Focus

    Advanced Settings Auto Focus The Palmcorder automatically adjusts the focus over the entire zoom range. Manual Focus Use Manual Focus (MF) when recording ... Set POWER to CAMERA. • a subject through glass. • a scene where the subject is far from the Palmcorder and there are objects in the Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the foreground.

  • Page 28: High Speed Shutter

    Advanced Settings High Speed Shutter Use to record high speed motion (e.g. a tennis stroke) with improved STILL or SLOW MOTION playback when watching the tape on this Palmcorder. Auto Shutter In the AUTO mode (no indication in the EVF and LCD monitor), the Palmcorder will automatically adjust the shutter speed (up to 1/350).

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Iris Manually

    Advanced Settings Adjusting the Iris Manually Normally, the Palmcorder adjusts the Set POWER to CAMERA. exposure automatically. However, when the background is extremely bright, or when the subject is backlit, you can compensate by Press AUTO/MANUAL so that the adjusting the Iris manually. “MNL”...

  • Page 30: Playback Your Recordings

    Playback Your Recordings Playback using the LCD Before you begin Monitor • Connect the Palmcorder to a power source. (pp. 14, 15) You can also use the LCD monitor to • Insert a recorded cassette. playback your recording. Set the POWER to VCR. •...

  • Page 31: Repeat Playback

    Playback Your Recordings Repeat Playback Press PLAY for more than 5 seconds in STOP mode. • The Palmcorder will go into Repeat Playback mode when the tape PLAY reaches its end. • The letter “R ” will appear in the EVF and LCD monitor.

  • Page 32: Special Effect Features

    Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Rapid Visual Search During playback, hold down (FAST FORWARD/SEARCH) or A, B REWIND/ PLAY (REWIND/SEARCH). SEARCH The search will continue for as long as the button is held down. Press (FAST FORWARD/ SEARCH) or...

  • Page 33: Slow Motion Playback

    Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Slow Motion Playback Forward Slow: (Remote Control Only) Press SLOW/F.ADV during play. Reverse Slow: Press SLOW/F.ADV during play. PLAY Press PLAY to release. (During reverse slow motion playback, time SLOW/ code indication may not change F.ADV...

  • Page 34: Frame By Frame Advance

    Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Frame by Frame Advance When using Remote Control Press PAUSE during playback. PLAY Press SLOW/F.ADV to do a frame by frame advance. PAUSE Press SLOW/F.ADV to do a frame by frame reverse.
  • Page 35 Special Effect Features Note • Sound is muted during all special effects. Index Search (Photo/Scene) Press MENU to display the VCR (Remote Control Only) FUNCTIONS menu screen. Search for a particular scene by using the Rotate JOG KEY to select electronic index marks placed at the PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS , then press...

  • Page 36: Strobe Multi Mode

    Special Effect Features Strobe Multi Mode In Strobe Multi Mode, you can select the rate at which a succession of still screens Set POWER to VCR. are captured from the playback picture. Press MENU to display the VCR FUNCTIONS menu screen. 3, 4, 5 JOG KEY Rotate JOG KEY to select...
  • Page 37 Special Effect Features View Recording/Playback on your TV [ TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks ] Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. To view what the Palmcorder is recording or to play back a tape on your TV. Turn your TV ON and set it to LINE INPUT.

  • Page 38: Digital Features

    Digital Features Digital Zoom CAMERA mode This feature is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located Set POWER to CAMERA. beyond a normal zoom range of 1X to 10X magnification. With the digital zooming Press MENU to display the CAMERA feature, you can select a magnification of FUNCTIONS menu screen.

  • Page 39: Magicpix Images

    Digital Features Digital Zoom (Continued) VCR mode 3, 4 JOG KEY Set POWER to VCR. MENU Press MENU to display the VCR FUNCTIONS menu screen. POWER Rotate JOG KEY to select DIGITAL EFFECT , then press JOG KEY to display the DIGITAL EFFECT menu screen.

  • Page 40: Vcr Mode

    Digital Features Dual Digital Electronic Image CAMERA mode Stabilization System (D.E.I.S.) This feature helps compensate for any Set POWER to CAMERA. unintentional hand or body movement. It can be used in both the Recording and Press EIS to stabilize the picture. Playback (VCR) modes.

  • Page 41: Other Digital Functions

    Digital Features Other Digital Functions Use the following features to add interest and professionalism to your recordings or Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR. playback. Select from twelve special effects. Press MENU to display the menu 3, 4, 5 screen. JOG KEY Rotate JOG KEY to select DIGITAL...

  • Page 42: Picture In Picture (Pinp)

    Digital Features Picture in Picture (PinP) You can display a PinP (still image) screen Set POWER to CAMERA. on the Main Picture. Note Press MENU to display the CAMERA • PinP position is fixed at the bottom right of FUNCTIONS menu screen. the screen.

  • Page 43: Editing Features

    Editing Features Audio Dubbing using the Before you begin • Turn on the Palmcorder. Built-in Microphone • Insert a pre-recorded tape to be dubbed. The original sound can be replaced with The original sound is recorded on new sound using the built-in Palmcorder ST (Stereo) 1, and the new 12 bit microphone.
  • Page 44 Editing Features Press (PAUSE) to start Audio Dubbing. “A.DUB ” indication appears. • Connect the Palmcorder to the TV in order to monitor the sound. (p. 37) 4, 5 PAUSE Only NTSC (National Television Standards Committee) recorded tapes can be audio To listen to the desired audio sound, set the dubbed.
  • Page 45 Editing Features Copying your Tapes to Before you begin VHS Cassette • Connect both Palmcorder and VCR to their power sources. • Connect the Palmcorder to a VCR as Source (Playing) illustrated on the left. Palmcorder • Turn ON both units. •...

  • Page 46: Copying From Digital Equipment (Dubbing)

    Editing Features Copying from Digital Before you begin Equipment (dubbing) • Connect both Palmcorders to their power sources. High quality digital-to-digital copying can be • Connect the two Palmcorders using the accomplished if both Palmcorders DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) incorporate the DV Input/Output (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin).

  • Page 47: Pc Connection

    PC Connection PC Connection with DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) A video clip can be transferred directly to your PC (Personal Computer) via a DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (not supplied) using products and software from a number of video editing software companies. Using products from video editing software companies allows you to capture and edit video clips using the DV Interface (i.LINK).
  • Page 48 PC Connection PHOTOVU LINK Driver (Optional) An image recorded on the DV Tape can be transferred to your PC (Personal Computer). System Requirements for PHOTOVU LINK Driver • IBM PC/AT or compatible • 3.5 inch 1.44 MB floppy disk drive •...

  • Page 49: Photovu Link (Optional)

    You can transfer images from your • Turn your PC on. Palmcorder tape to your PC. • Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. Click on Start, “(All) Programs,” “Panasonic,” “Palmcorder,” then “PHOTOVU LINK.” “PHOTOVU LINK” is opened. Note • COM Port and Baudrate are automatically selected.

  • Page 50: Using Tape Image Data

    PHOTOVU LINK (Optional) Before you begin Using Tape Image Data • Insert a recorded tape. (p. 12) Pictures captured with the Palmcorder • Make Palmcorder-PC connections. (p. 48) can be transferred to your PC. • Turn your PC on. • Set Palmcorder POWER to VCR. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 49 to run the Software.

  • Page 51: Palmcorder Accessory System

    Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory # Figure Description PV-DAC11A-K AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable CGR-D08A/1B 800mAh / 1 h 30 min, Battery Pack CGR-D16A/1B 1 600mAh / 3 h, Battery Pack CGP-D28A/1B 2 800mAh / 5 h, Battery Pack CGR-D53A/1K 5 300mAh / 9 h, Battery Pack DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)

  • Page 52: Notes On Operations

    The clock battery is pre-installed. Follow the steps below if replacement becomes necessary. WARNING Replace battery with Panasonic or Newsun type CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery properly. Keep away from children.

  • Page 53: Approximate Brightness Values

    Notes On Operations Approximate Brightness Values This Palmcorder stores settings that are optimal for several kinds of general light sources. The Palmcorder determines the hue of light that it receives through the lens and White Balance Sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting.

  • Page 54: Specifications

    Specifications Power Source: Palmcorder: 7.2 V DC (Battery) 7.8 V DC (AC Adaptor) AC Adaptor: 110/120/220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Battery: Lithium-Ion Type DC 7.2 V Power Consumption: Palmcorder : 7.2 V/7.8 V DC 5.5 W AC Adaptor : 18 W 1 W (when not in use.) Digital Interface RS-232C serial port (D-Sub 9-pin)

  • Page 55: Before Requesting Service

    If the heads are cleaned.) • If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the head cleaner, the Palmcorder needs to be cleaned at a Servicentre. Please consult a distributor or Panasonic Servicentre. • Video head cleaners can be purchased from Servicentres.
  • Page 56 Before Requesting Service Tape Operations Caution • When you go from function to function (PLAY, FF, REW etc.), please note that the unit will not accept a new function operation until the previous operation is complete. • The POWER Button and all function buttons, (PLAY, FF, REW, etc.) are only operational after the tape has been completely loaded.

  • Page 57: On-Screen Displays (Osd)

    On-Screen Displays (OSD) The following warning displays appear in the EVF and the LCD monitor. Indications Condition If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode without a cassette inserted, “ ” will flash and “TAPE NOT INSERTED” will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will not start. If the Palmcorder is in CAMERA mode or Audio dub mode with the cassette sliding record tab opened, “...

  • Page 58: Warranty

    5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

  • Page 59: Menu Osd

    MENU OSD Camera Mode Menu Screen D. ZOOM (p. 38) To select 25X (from 10X to 25X) or 700X (from 10X to 700X). Setting to OFF cancels the previously selected digital zoom. CINEMA (p. 23) When set to ON, you can record a picture compatible with a wide-screen TV equipped with S-Video picture terminal.
  • Page 60 MENU OSD LCD/EVF SETUP (p. 19) Setting to ON displays the menu for adjusting the LCD brightness, colour level, and the EVF brightness. REMOTE (p. 10)ly VCR1: To receive signals from the Remote Control, set to VCR1. VCR2: To receive signals from the Remote Control, set to VCR2.
  • Page 61 MENU OSD VCR Mode Menu Screen BLANK SEARCH (p. 31) Select ON to go directly to a blank portion of the tape. SEARCH (p. 35) To select the desired Index Search function. PHOTO: To search for Photo shot pictures. SCENE: To search for scenes marked with Index signal.
  • Page 62 MENU OSD REC SPEED (p. 6) 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 an 80 minute tape. AUDIO DUB (p. 43) Set to AUDIO DUB “ON”...

  • Page 63: Electronic Viewfinder/Lcd Monitor Indications

    Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications Here are some of the basic indications which will appear on the Palmcorder EVF and LCD Monitor. Only Date and Time indications will be recorded onto the tape. CAMERA/VCR Mode Battery Remaining Date and Time Indication (Menu OSD: pp.
  • Page 64 Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications CAMERA/VCR Mode IMPORTANT NOTE: WARNING Indication (p. 57) • Display must be set to ALL for MF, AE, The warning displays appear in the W.BALANCE or BACK LIGHT indications EVF and the LCD monitor. to be displayed on the EVF or LCD Panel when selected.
  • Page 65 Electronic Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications CAMERA/VCR Mode p q r Z.MIC Indication (Menu OSD: p. 59) Zoom Magnification Level (p. 38) This display appears when ZOOM MIC is set to ON. Digital EIS Indications (p. 40) This display appears when EIS is Light Indication (p.

  • Page 66: Index Of Controls

    Index of Controls Front View Lens Built-in LED Light p. 8. Remote Sensor p. 9. Built-in Twin Capsule 2-Way Microphone System Rear View POWER ZOOM pp. 21, 38. PHOTOSHOT VOLUME p. 20. p. 31. JOG KEY TAPE EJECT pp. 16, 17. pp.

  • Page 67: Back View

    Index of Controls Rear View PC Connector p. 48. Clock Battery Tray p. 52. DV Input/Output DC IN Terminal (i.LINK) Connector p. 15. pp. 46, 47. A/V Output Connector pp. 37, 45. EARPHONE p. 30. Side View BACK LIGHT MAGIC PIX p.

  • Page 68: Ac Adaptor

    Index of Controls AC Adaptor AC Power Cord pp. 14, 15. CAUTION: POWER Lamp This unit will operate on 110/120/220/ pp. 14, 15. 240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120V AC. Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.

  • Page 69: Index

    Index AC Adaptor ..6, 14, 15, 51 Rapid Visual Search ..32 Fast Forward/Rewind Check Accessories (Optional) .. 51 ........32 Recording Check ..22 Accessories (Supplied) ... 6 Focus ......27 Recording Still Pictures A/V Cable ... 6, 37, 45 Frame by Frame Advance ........
  • Page 70 Montréal: 3075 Louis A. Amos, Lachine, Québec H8T 1C4 (514) 633-8684 Toronto: 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 (905) 238-2181 Calgary: 6835 8th Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 7H7 (403) 295-3922 Panasonic Canada Inc. Vancouver: 12111 Riverside Way, Richmond, BC V6W 1K8 (604) 278-4211 5770 Ambler Drive,...

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