Panasonic Pv Dv73 Operating Instructions Manual

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Palmcorder Accessory System
Accessory #
PV-DAC11A
CGR-D08A/1B
CGR-D16A/1B
CGP-D28A/1B
CGR-D53A/1K
PV-DDC9
PV-DRC9
PV-H150
RP-SD064BPPA
RP-SD032BPPA
RP-SD016BPPA
BN-SDCAPE/1B
BN-SDABPE/1B
Description
AC Adaptor with AC Cable
and DC Cable
800mAh / 1 h 30 min, Battery
Pack
1 600mAh / 3 h, Battery Pack
2 800mAh / 5 h, Battery Pack
5 300mAh / 9 h, Battery Pack
DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)
(4-pin to 4-pin)
IR Remote Control
Carrying Case
64 MB SD Memory Card
32 MB SD Memory Card
16 MB SD Memory Card
SD USB Reader/Writer
(compatible with
MultiMediaCard)
SD PCMCIA Adaptor
(compatible with
MultiMediaCard)
Price
$119.95
$69.95
$99.95
$129.95
$229.95
$55.00
$29.95
$49.95
Call For
Pricing
$79.95
$79.95
Figure
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Palmcorder Accessory Order Form
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE
FOLLOWING:
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER
OR
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368
[6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME]
OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Ship To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First Last
Street Address
City State Zip
Phone #:
Day       (         )
Night     (         )
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
3. Method of payment (check one)
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)
VISACredit Card #
MasterCard Expiration Date
Discover Customer Signature
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash) 2. Items Ordered
Quantity Accessory # Price EachDescription
Total Price
6.95 Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax
Shipping & Handling
Total Enclosed 1. Palmcorder Model #
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1Insert a rigid wire, such as an
extended paper clip into point (A)
and lift cover up.
2Using Tweezers or needle-nose
pliers, carefully remove bulb.
 Take unit to servicenter if you need
assistance.
This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also
contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in
your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling
information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance:

Notice
Notes On Operations
Replacing the BulbBefore you begin
 Set POWER to OFF.
DANGER:
Use only replacement bulb (PART NO. LSLL0028) supplied by Panasonic to reduce risk
of fire. Handle new bulb with cloth or tissue as skin oils decrease bulb life. Remove lens
cover and allow bulb to cool before replacing to avoid possible bur n hazard.
4Replace lens cover.
Note
3Replace bulb using a clean cloth or
tissue. (Do not touch with fingers.)
(A)
 Handle bulb gently. Excessive force may
cause bulb to crack.
 About the Memory Card
 (MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card)
 Model PV-DV73 can be used with either a MultiMediaCard or a SD Memory Card.
 Both of these exterior Memory Cards (MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card) are
lightweight and removable.
 Both Memory Cards (MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card) are offered in a variety of
memory sizes, so you can purchase a higher capacity Memory Card if desired.
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Notes On Operations
Approximate Brightness Values
Your Palmcorder has been designed for normal scene illumination of 150 footcandles
(1500 lx). However, the Palmcorder may be used at F1:1.8, if illumination is more than
0.5 footcandles (5 lx).
The table below shows the color temperature for reference.
COLOR TINT
MIXTUREPALMCORDER
SETTINGS
(Blue Filter
Range)Bluish
Whitish
Yellowish
Reddish ARTIFICIAL LIGHT SOURCE NATURAL LIGHT
CONDITIONS
“OUTDOOR”
“INDOOR”
- - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - -
 Color television
 Fluorescent lamp (Daylight)
 Camera flash bulb
 Blue lamp for photography
 Fluorescent lamp (White)
 Normal flash bulb
 Fluorescent lamp (Off-white)
 Tungsten lamp for
photography
 Halogen lamp
 Iodine lamp
 Tungsten lamp
 Acetylene lamp
 Kerosene lamp
 Candlelight
KELVIN COLOR
TEMPERATURE
 Fair weather, blue sky
 Slightly cloudy sky
 Cloudy or rainy sky
 Sunlight in clear weather at
midday
 Average sunlight in clear weather
 Sunlight 2 hours after sunrise
and before sunset
 Sunlight 40 min. after sunrise
   and before sunset
 Sunlight 30 min. after sunrise
   and before sunset
 Sunlight 20 min. after sunrise
   and before sunset (Amber Filter
Range)— 10,000
— 8,000
— 7,000
— 6,500
— 6,000
— 5,500
— 5,000
— 4,500
— 4,000
— 3,500
— 3,200
— 2,800
— 2,000 “AUTO”
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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 7 W (Max. 10 W)
AC Adaptor : 18 W
1 W (when not in use.)
Digital InterfaceUSB/i.LINK (IEEE1394)
Video Signal:EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal
Video Recording System:2 rotary heads, helical scanning system
Audio:12 bit (32 kHz) 4 tracks
16 bit (48 kHz) 2 tracks
Pick-Up System and Device:One integral color filter Charge Coupled Device (CCD)
1/4 inch, 1.3 Mega Pixel
Lens:10:1 zoom lens, F1:1.8 with auto iris control
Focal length: 3.6 mm - 36 mm
Power zoom function
Lens filter diameter: 43 mm
Viewfinder:6.0 mm (0.24 inch) Electronic Viewfinder
LCD Monitor:88.9 mm (3.5 inch) Liquid Crystal Display
Minimum Illumination Required:10 lx (F1:1.8) 1 footcandle
0 lx (MAGICVU/0LUX ON)
Memory (Still image)MultiMediaCard/SD Memory Card
640 x 480 pixels (NORMAL mode)
1280 x 960 pixels (FINE mode)
1600 x 1200 pixels (SUPER FINE mode)
Image Storage (suppliedApprox. 70 images (NORMAL mode)
8 MB Memory Card)Approx. 20 images (FINE mode)
Approx. 14 images (SUPER FINE mode)
Image FormatJPEG (Design Rule for Camera File System)
Operating Temperature:32 °F~104 °F (0 °C~40 °C)
Operating Humidity:10 %~75 %
Weight:Palmcorder : 0.59 kg
1.3 Ibs.
AC Adaptor : 0.16 kg
0.35 Ibs.
Dimensions:Palmcorder : 74 (W) x 88.5 (H) x 189 (D) mm
2-7/8 (W) x 3-1/2 (H) x 7-1/2 (D) inch
AC Adaptor : 70 (W) x 45 (H) x 115 (D) mm
2-3/4 (W) x 1-3/4 (H) x 4-1/2 (D) inch
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Before Requesting Service
(a) Video Head Cleaning: Normally, your Palmcorder will not
require head cleaning. However, it is possible that the heads
may become clogged due to dust in the air, playing damaged
tapes, long term use, etc. If “NEED HEAD CLEANING”
appears for 5 seconds in the EVF or LCD monitor, the heads
may require cleaning.
(b) Cleaning the Heads: It is recommended that head cleaning
be performed by a qualified service technician. Please contact
your nearest Panasonic Servicenter. An alternate solution is to
obtain a head cleaning cassette. Please use Panasonic
cleaning cassette (AY-DVMCLA). Be sure to follow the
cleaning instructions carefully. Excessive use of the head
cleaning cassette could shorten video head life.
Use this cassette only when a head clogging symptoms occur.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Clogged Video Head
 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.
When the following accessories are attached and the zoom is set to maximum wide
angle, the four corners of the sceen may appear darker:
 Wide or Telephoto conversion lens (optional).
 A filter (optional), etc. and then the lens hood.
 Two filters (optional).
If any of the following numbers appear on-screen, the camcorder may need service. Do
not remove the battery (if attached) and write down the displayed number on page 99.
Then, take the camcorder to a servicenter for repair.
Self Diagnostic SystemLens Hood Area Operation Caution Tape Operations Caution Cleaning Care for Video Heads
Error No.
U11
U12
U14
U15
U16
U30Description
Card Error
Card Error
Card/Camcorder Dialogue Error
Card Access Error
Card Access Error
Error other than above
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If you have a problem with your Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct
yourself.
Check the list below for symptoms and corrections.
No picture in the EVF or LCD Monitor...
Video cassette cannot be inserted...
Video cassette cannot be removed...
No operation starts when operation
buttons are pressed...
Recording cannot be done...
Auto Focus does not operate...
Sound from microphone cannot be
monitored...
Sound cannot be heard...
Symptom
 Make sure the Power Source is connected.
(pp. 14, 15)
 Make sure the POWER switch is set to VCR
or CAMERA. (pp. 18, 31)
 Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 98)
 Make sure the Battery is fully charged.
(p. 14)
 Make sure all necessary cables are
connected correctly and firmly. (p. 15)
 Make sure the Lens Cap is removed. (p. 18)
 Make sure the Power Source is connected.
(pp. 14, 15)
 Insert the cassette record tab up, window
side facing out. (p. 11)
 Make sure the Power source is connected.
(pp. 14, 15)
 Check the Dew Indicator. (p. 98)
 Make sure the record tab is closed. (p. 7)
 Check the Battery Indication. (p. 111)
 Make sure FOCUS is set to AUTO. (p. 28)
 Make sure the unit is ON and set to
CAMERA mode. (p. 18)
 Make sure the unit is set to REC or REC/
PAUSE mode. (p. 18)
 Make sure the Audio on the VCR MENU is
set to ST1. (pp. 45, 108)
Correction
Before Requesting Service
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If you play a tape recorded in a format other than NTSC or you try
to copy copy-protected data, “INCOMPATIBLE DATA” will appear.
The following warning displays appear in the EVF and the LCD monitor.
Indications
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, “
” will flash and
“CHECK REC TAB” will appear for 5 seconds. Recording will not
start.
When Audio dub is performed and the recording is other than
NTSC format, “
” will flash and “CANNOT REC” will appear for
5 seconds.
When the tape is about to end in REC mode, “ END” will
flash and “TAPE END” will appear for 5 seconds.
When an incompatible tape is detected, “INCOMPATIBLE
TAPE” will appear for 5 seconds.
If the video heads require cleaning, “NEED HEAD CLEANING”
will appear for 5 seconds.
When the Palmcorder and remote are not set to the same mode
(VCR1 or VCR2), “CHECK REMOTE MODE (REMOTE)” appears
for 5 seconds. It also appears when the Palmcorder is first turned
on.
Condition
When an AUDIO DUB is attempted on a pre-recorded LP tape,
“CANNOT REC LP-MODE” will appear for 5 seconds.
If excessive moisture condenses in the unit, “WARNING” will
flash, “DEW DETECTED” will appear, and the Palmcorder will
automatically turn OFF in 15 seconds.
In this case, wait until the indicator no longer flashes when your
Palmcorder is turned ON again.
When a battery recharge is necessary, “WARNING” will
flash, “LOW BATTERY” will appear, and the Palmcorder will
automatically turn OFF in 15 seconds. (p. 111)
When the built-in lithium clock battery is discharged, “CLOCK
BATTERY” will appear. To re-charge the lithium clock battery,
connect the AC Adaptor to the Palmcorder. Recharging takes
approx. 4 hours. Reset the clock after charging.
On-Screen Displays (OSD)
Card is not inserted.
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IndicationsCondition
When a still image is transferred from a tape to an already full
Memory Card, or when setting is DPOF, “NO SPACE LEFT”
appears.
If the Palmcorder is in M-CARD mode or Photo Title (CAMERA
mode) and the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) is connected,
“DISCONNECT DV CABLE” appears. In this case, remove the DV
Interface Cable (i.LINK) from the Palmcorder.
If you are attempting to record from a Cassette by pressing
PHOTOSHOT, when the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) is
connected, “DISCONNECT DV CABLE” appears. In this case,
remove the DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) from the Palmcorder.
In M-CARD mode, this display appears if the SD Memory Card
Lock Switch is in the Lock position.
On-Screen Displays (OSD)
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:
Panasonic Services Company
1705 N. Randall Road
Elgin, IL. 60123-7847
Attn: Camcorder Repair
Request for Service Notice:
Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice.
In the unlikely event this product needs
service.
 Please include your proof of purchase.
(Failure to due so will delay your repair.)
 To further speed your repair, please provide
an explanation of what is wrong with the unit
and any symptom it is exhibiting.
Please write the displayed Self Diagnostic number
here. (p. 96)
Request for Service Notice
If you are attempting to record from a Cassette by pressing
PHOTOSHOT, when the USB Cable is connected,
“DISCONNECT USB CABLE” appears. In this case, remove the
USB Cable from the Palmcorder.
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PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,
DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC
CORPORATION OF AMERICA
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA
ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, INC.,
AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic/Quasar Video Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty CoverageIf your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below,
which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished
parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
Product
Camcorder
DVD/VCR Deck,
A/V Mixer
TV/VCR, TV/DVD,
TV/DVD/VCR
Combination
TV/HDR
Combination
Rechargeable
Batteries
(in exchange for
defective item)
Tape
(in exchange for
defective item)
Memory Cards (in
exchange for
defective item)
LaborNinety (90) Days
Ninety (90) Days
Ninety (90) Days
Ninety (90) Days
Ninety (90) Days
Ninety (90) Days
Ninety (90) Days
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not ApplicablePartsOne (1) Year (except CCD
Image Sensor)
CCD Image Sensor - 6 (Six) Months
One (1) Year
One (1) Year (except CRT)
CRT - Two (2) Years
One (1) Year (except CRT)
CRT - Two (2) Years
Ten (10) Days
Five (5) Days
Ninety (90) Days
Contact Number
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
1-888-843-9788
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Service
Carry-In or Mail-In
Carry-In or Mail-In
Carry-In: 21” CRT and SmallerIn-Home or Carry-In: 22”
CRT and Larger
In-Home or Carry-In
Carry-In or Mail-In
Carry-In or Mail-In
Carry-In or Mail-In
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for
parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product or arrange for in-home service, as applicable, during the warranty period. If non-
rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the
United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.
A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.
Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home Service
For Carry-In, Mail-In or In-Home Service (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit
Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not
include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be completed in-home,
but will require that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear
or cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images
(including, among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide
screen TV’s, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which
occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from
accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel,
office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.  THE
WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of
having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or
other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this
product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to
your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH ARE NOT
COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Limited Warranty
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