Panasonic Digital Video Camera Recorder DVX100a Operating Instructions

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this
manual for future use.
Model AG- P
Digital Video Camera Recorder
ÒNTSC
VQT0F36-1 Printed in Japan
F0903T1093 @
P 

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indicates safety information.
IMPORTANT“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and other materials may
infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.”
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR  BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to...

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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. Do not use...

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Important Safeguards
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the
video unit, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-
up static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, provides
information with respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size...

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O“LEICA” is the registered trademark of Leica Microsystems.
O“DICOMAR” is the registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
Other model names, company names, products names, etc. are the trademarks and registered
trademarks of the companies concerned.
Contents
Accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Precautions for use  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Storage tips  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Parts and their functions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Accessories
OBattery (2)
OAC adapter (2)
OAC cable (K2CB2CB00006)
ODC cable (VEK8722)
OWireless remote control unit
(VFA0402)
OBattery for remote control unit (CR2025)OEye cup (VMG1458)
OMicrophone holder (VYC0870)
OScrews
6 mm in length (XSB4+6FZ) a2
12 mm in length (XSB4+12FZ) a2
OMicrophone holder adapter (VYC0890)
OShoulder strap (VFC3891)
OMini DV cassette tape (AY-DVM63MQ)
2:
Refer to the “OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES”
item (on page 70) for the model numbers of
the battery and AC adapter. 

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Precautions for use
Take care to prevent water from entering
inside the camera recorder when using it in
the rain or snow or at the seashore or in
other similar environments.
OFailure to heed this caution may cause the
camera recorder and/or cassette to
malfunction (possibly leading to irreparable
damage).
Keep the camera recorder away from
equipment (such as TV sets and TV game
machines) that generate magnetic fields.
OWhen the camera recorder is used on top of or
in the vicinity of a TV set, the...

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Precautions for use
Battery characteristics
This camera recorder uses a rechargeable
lithium-ion battery which produces electrical
energy by means of an internal chemical
reaction.  This reaction tends to be easily
affected by the ambient temperature and
humidity, and the period during which the
battery can be effectively used decreases as the
temperature becomes very high or low.  The
battery charge will last for only 5 minutes if the
battery is used in an environment where the
temperature is...

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Storage tips
When storing the camera recorder, eject the
cassette from the camera recorder and remove
the battery.
Store all components in a location where the
humidity level is low and the temperature is
relatively stable.
Recommended temperature range:
59°F to 77°F (15°C to 25°C)
Recommended relative humidity:
40% to 60%
Camera recorder
OWrap the camera recorder in soft cloth to
keep out dust.
Battery
OThe battery’s service life is reduced if the
battery is stored in a location where the
temperature...

Lights: While shooting is in progress.
Blinks: 
OWhen a remote control operation has been received 
(about 8 blinks per second)
OWhen shooting is commenced
(about 8 blinks per second)
OWhen the tape has come to the end
(about 4 blinks per second)
OWhen a problem has arisen in the tape transport
system (about 4 blinks per seconds)
OWhen there is little tape or battery charge remaining 
(once a second)
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Parts and their functions
1POWER switch
Move this switch while pressing the lock
release button....