Panasonic Digital Video Camera Recorder AG-EZ50UP Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camera/Recorder
Operating Instructions
Model No. AG-EZ50UP
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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. 
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This symbol warns the user that uninsulated 
voltage within the unit may have sufficient 
magnitude to cause electric shock. 
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind 
of contact with any inside part of this unit.                            
This symbol alerts the user that important 
literature concerning the operation and 
maintenance of this unit has been included. 
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order 
to avoid any problems.                          
CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 
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Important Safeguards
1 ) Read Instructions — All the safety and operating 
instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2 ) Retain Instructions — The safety and operating 
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3 ) Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the 
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4 ) Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance 
instructions should be followed.
5 ) Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet 
before cleaning....

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Important Safeguards
17) Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind 
into this video unit through openings as they may touch 
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could 
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any 
kind onto the video unit.
18) Servicing — Do not attempt to service this video unit 
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you 
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all 
servicing to qualified service personnel.
19) Damage Requiring...

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Contents
Before Use
Standard Accessories  ........................................................ 6
Quick Guide ........................................................................ 7
To watch the Playback Picture  ........................................... 7
Controls and Components .................................................. 8
Remote Controller  ............................................................ 10
Power Supply  ......................................................................

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VFC3580
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Standard Accessories
Illustrated on the left are accessories packaged with the Camera/Recorder.
1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (l 12)
≥Supplies power to the Camera/Recorder.
CAUTION:
This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240V 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...

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Quick Guide
1Charge the Battery. (l 12)
≥Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and AC Jack.
≥Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. (This will start the charging 
process.)
≥When the Charge Lamp [CHARGE] goes off, the Battery is fully 
charged.
≥Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected 
to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it.
2Attach the Charged Battery to the Camera/Recorder. (l 12)
≥Attach the battery after tilting the Viewfinder upward.
3Turn the Camera/Recorder on. (l 14)...

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Controls and Components
1) LCD Monitor (l 14, 51)
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≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some 
tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is 
not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
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2) Accessory...

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25) Zoom Lever [W/T] (l 21, 22)
26) Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 21, 34)
27) Battery Eject Button [BATT. EJECT] (l 12)
28) Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD P.B.] (l 14, 20, 28, 35)
29) Battery Holder (l 12)
30) Recording Start/Stop Button (l 20)
31) Power Off/On Mode Selector Switch [OFF/ON/MODE] (l 14)
32) Tape/Card Photoshot Selector...

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ZOOM
INDEX INDEX
SELECT
STORESTOP
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