Panasonic Pv Dv953 Operating Instructions Manual

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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.     
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.       
LSQT0619A
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [email protected]         
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
Digital Video Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Model No. PV-DV953
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. 
Mini
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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic! 
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and 
reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re 
sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. 
Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of 
your Palmcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your 
convenient Palmcorder information source.
Date of Purchase 
Dealer Purchased From 
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No. 
Model No. PV-DV953
Serial No.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your  Palmcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long Play (LP) mode.
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Palmcorder with the 
 mark be used.
The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference 
by one or more of the following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to 
operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:Panasonic
Model No.:PV-DV953
Responsible party:Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device 
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference 
that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION:  TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED 
ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION:  TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION:  DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR 
EQUIVALENT TYPE.
≥Since this product gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such 
as a bookcase or similar unit.
Ò
Ò
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 
DO NOT OPEN     
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
 
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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 liquid or aerosol cleaners. 
Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6) Attachments—Do not use attachments not 
recommended by the video product manufacturer as 
they may be hazardous.
7) Water and Moisture—Do not use this video unit near 
water- for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen 
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a 
swimming pool, and the like.
8) Accessories—Do not place this video unit on an 
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video 
unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, 
and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, 
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting 
of the unit should follow the manufacturer’s instructions 
and should use a mounting accessory recommended by 
the manufacturer. An appliance 
and cart combination should be 
moved with care. Quick stops, 
excessive force, and uneven 
surfaces may cause the 
appliance and cart combination 
to overturn.
9) Ventilation—Slots and 
openings in the cabinet are 
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation 
of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. 
These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never 
place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar 
surface, or near or over a radiator or heat register. This 
video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation 
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is 
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been 
adhered to.
10) Power Sources—This video unit should be operated only 
from the type of power source indicated on the marking 
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to 
your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power 
company. For video units intended to be operated from 
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating 
instructions.11) Grounding or Polarization—This video unit may be 
equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating 
Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than 
the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a 
third (grounding) pin.
The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet 
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable 
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the 
plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to 
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety 
purpose of the polarized plug.
The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding 
type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are 
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your 
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat 
the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.
12) Power-Cord Protection—Power-supply cords should be 
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or 
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying 
particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
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 of grounding 
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, 
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements 
for the grounding electrode.
14) Lightning—For added protection of this video unit 
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left 
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug 
it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or 
cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit 
due to lightning and power-line surges.
15) Power Lines—An outside antenna system should not be 
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other 
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into 
such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside 
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep 
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with 
them might be fatal.
16) Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets and 
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or 
electric shock. 
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810 - 20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810 - 21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PARTH)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
S3125A
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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 Service — Unplug this video unit 
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified 
service personnel under the following conditions: 
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects have 
fallen onto, the video unit.
c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video unit does not operate normally by following 
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls 
that are covered by the operating instructions, as an 
improper adjustment of other controls may result in 
damage and will often require extensive work by a 
qualified technician to restore the video unit to its 
normal operation.
e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has 
been damaged.
f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in 
performance — this indicates a need for service.
20) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are 
required, be sure the service technician has used 
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have 
the same characteristics as the original part. 
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric 
shock or other hazards.
21) Safety Check— Upon completion of any service or 
repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to 
perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is 
in safe operating order.
Precautions
USE & LOCATION
≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Palmcorder and 
power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. 
Do not connect the power supply or operate your 
Palmcorder if it gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been 
designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to 
sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, 
dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of 
coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal 
parts of your Palmcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble 
this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. 
Unplug your Palmcorder from the power supply before 
cleaning.
≥DO NOT AIM YOUR PALMCORDER AT THE SUN OR 
OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
≥DO NOT LEAVE THE PALMCORDER WITH THE EVF 
AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE 
DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF
≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR PALMCORDER TO 
EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as, in direct 
sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This 
action could permanently damage the internal parts of your 
Palmcorder.
≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the 
unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, 
moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.
≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PALMCORDER OR THE POWER 
SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.
≥STORAGE OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... Store and handle 
your Palmcorder in a manner that will not subject it to 
unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your 
Palmcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which 
could be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
≥TO CLEAN YOUR PALMCORDER ... Do not use strong or 
abrasive detergents when cleaning your Palmcorder body.
≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of 
the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Palmcorder 
lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. 
Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR PALMCORDER ... 
Before handling your Palmcorder, make sure your hands 
and face are free from any chemical products, such as 
suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product 
you have  purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information 
on how to recycle this battery.
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS:  ATTENTION:
This Product has 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: 
This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.
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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
End User License Agreement (for USB Driver and DV STUDIO)
You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition 
that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this 
Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Matsushita”), its distributors or dealers from 
which you made the purchase. 
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manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, 
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Software, except as expressly provided for in this Agreement.
Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software
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any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of 
the Software.
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G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement
YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT WHICH 
CONSTITUTES YOUR AGREEMENT AS END USER FOR THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN THAT PACKAGE. BY 
INSTALLING THIS SOFTWARE, YOU INDICATE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS LIMITED USE SOFTWARE LICENSE.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, PROMPTLY RETURN THE DISK PACKAGE AND THE 
ACCOMPANYING ITEMS WITH YOUR SALES RECEIPT TO YOUR VENDOR.
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and ownership thereof, regardless of the form or media in or on which the original and other copies may exist. This License 
is not a sale of the original Software or any copy thereof.
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Contents
Before Using
Standard Accessories ......................................................... 8
Quick Guide......................................................................... 9
To View the Playback Picture.............................................. 9
Controls and Components................................................. 10
Remote Controller ............................................................. 12
Power Supply .................................................................... 14
Charging Time and Available Recording Time .................. 14
Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap ......................................... 15
Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................................ 16
Inserting a Cassette .......................................................... 16
Turning on/off the Palmcorder and Selecting Modes ........ 17
Using the Viewfinder ......................................................... 17
Using the LCD Monitor ...................................................... 17
Using the Menu Screen ..................................................... 18
List of Menus ..................................................................... 19
Setting Date and Time....................................................... 23
Internal Lithium Battery Recharge ..................................... 23
LP Mode ............................................................................ 23
Audio Recording Mode ...................................................... 23
CAMERA Mode
Recording .......................................................................... 24
PhotoShot Recording on the DV Cassette ........................ 25
Zoom In/Out Functions ...................................................... 26
Digital Zoom Function ....................................................... 26
Optical Image Stabilizer Function...................................... 27
Fade In/Out Functions ....................................................... 27
Cinema Function and Wide Function ................................ 28
Backlight Compensation Function ..................................... 28
MagicPix Function ............................................................. 28
Wind Noise Reduction Function ........................................ 29
Recording in Special Situations (Program AE).................. 29
Recording with a Fixed Brightness 
(AE Lock Function) ........................................................ 29
Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment.................................... 30
Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) .................................. 30
Manual Focus Adjustment ................................................. 30
Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance).................... 31
Adjusting White Balance Manually .................................... 31
Advanced Functions .......................................................... 32
Using the Auto Pop-up Flash ............................................ 33
Digital Effect Functions...................................................... 34
VCR Mode
Playing Back...................................................................... 36
Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back........................... 36
Slow Motion Playback ....................................................... 37
Still Playback/Still Advance Playback................................ 37
Finding the End of a Recording 
(Blank Search Function) ................................................ 37
Index Search Functions..................................................... 38
Playback Zoom Function ................................................... 39
Playback Digital Effect Functions ...................................... 39
Playing Back on Your TV .................................................. 41
Audio Dubbing ................................................................... 41
Special Features
Using a Memory Card ........................................................ 42
Recording on the Memory Card......................................... 42
Playing Back Files from the Memory Card ........................ 45
Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette ....... 46
Slide Show ......................................................................... 47
Creating a Title .................................................................. 48
Inserting a Title .................................................................. 48
Protecting the Files on a Memory Card from Accidental 
Erasure (File Lock)......................................................... 49
Deleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card................ 49
Formatting a Memory Card ................................................ 50
DPOF Setting..................................................................... 50
Copying your DV Cassette to an S-VHS or VHS Cassette 
(Dubbing) ....................................................................... 51
Copying an S-VHS or VHS Cassette to your 
DV Cassette ................................................................... 51
Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment 
(Dubbing) ....................................................................... 52
Using the Software with a Computer ................................. 53
Using USB Driver............................................................... 53
Installing USB Driver.......................................................... 54
Connecting Computer and Palmcorder ............................. 55
Using as a Web Camera.................................................... 56
Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE......................................... 58
Using the G.726 Audio Decoder ........................................ 59
Using the ArcSoft Software................................................ 60
To disconnect USB cable safely......................................... 62
If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall) ........... 62
Notes ................................................................................. 63
Others
Indications.......................................................................... 64
Warning/Alarm Indications ................................................. 66
Notes & Precautions .......................................................... 67
Cautions for Use ................................................................ 73
Explanation of Terms ......................................................... 76
Specifications..................................................................... 77
Palmcorder Accessory System .......................................... 78
Palmcorder Accessory Order Form 
(For USA Customers) .................................................... 79
Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions)....... 80
Request for Service Notice ................................................ 82
Limited Warranty (For USA Customers) ............................ 83
Customer Services Directory ............................................. 84
Warranty (For Canadian Customers)................................. 85
Index .................................................................................. 86
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guía española para el uso rápido .................................. 87
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Before Using
Standard Accessories
Illustrated on the left are accessories packaged with the Palmcorder.
1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (l 14)
≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.
CAUTION:
This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor 
may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC. Please contact 
either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in 
selecting an alternate AC plug. We recommend using the accessory 
power plug adaptor (VJSS0070) in an area which has special AC 
outlets.
2) Battery Pack (l 14)
≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.
3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery (l 12, 13)
4) MagicWire Remote Control
5) Lens Cap (l 15)
6) A/V Cable (l 41)
7) Shoulder Strap (l 16)
8) SD Memory Card (l 63)
9) CD-ROM:
USB Driver for Panasonic DVC (l54)
DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (l 58)
G.726 Audio Decoder (l59)
ArcSoft Software (l60)
≥Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 2001. ArcSoft, 
the ArcSoft logo, ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0, ArcSoft PhotoBase 4.0, 
ArcSoft Panorama Maker 3.0 and PhotoPrinter 4.0 are trademarks of 
ArcSoft, Inc.
≥Microsoft
® Windows®, NetMeeting® and DirectX®, are registered 
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.
≥Intel
®, Pentium®, and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or 
trademarks of the Intel Corporation.
≥All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these instructions 
are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective 
corporations.
≥The names of the products you are using may differ from the names given in 
the text. Depending on the operating environment and other factors, the 
contents of the screens used in these instructions may not necessarily 
match what you will see on your screen.
≥Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English 
for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well.
≥In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Terminal 
is referred to as Palmcorder.
≥These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal 
computer or define any terms. For this information, refer to the Operating 
Instructions which accompany your personal computer.
10) USB Cable (l 53)
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Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor 
screen featuring a total of approximately 200,000 pixels. The result is more 
than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or 
always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded 
picture.
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CLOSEPUSH
OPEN/EJECT
OFFONMODE
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CAMERAVCRCARD P.B.
Quick Guide
1Charge the Battery. (
l  14)
≥ Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and plug it into the AC Wall 
Outlet.
≥ Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. (This will start the charging 
process.)
≥ The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and charging starts. 
When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.
≥ 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 Palmcorder. ( l  14)
3Insert the Cassette. (l  16)
≥ Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] 
1 Lever toward the front and pull down to 
open the Cassette Compartment.
≥ Insert the Cassette.
≥ Press [PUSH CLOSE] 
2 to load the Cassette.
≥ Close the outside compartment Cover.
4Start recording. (l  24)
≥ Turn the Palmcorder on.  (l  17)
≥ Rotate the Switch 
3 to [ON]. (The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up.)
≥ Press the 
4 Button. (Recording starts.)
≥ Press the 4 Button again to pause the recording.
To View the Playback Picture
5Switch to the VCR Mode, rewind the tape, and play the tape 
back. 
(l  36)
≥ Set the 
5  Switch to VCR mode. (The [VCR] Lamp lights up.)
≥ Press the 6  Button. (Rewind the tape.)
≥ Press the 7 Button. (Playback starts.)
≥ Press the 
8  Button. (Playback stops.)
6Turn the Palmcorder off. (l  17)
≥Set the 9  Switch to [OFF].
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Controls and Components
1) LCD Monitor (l 17, 75)
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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) LCD Monitor Open Tab [PUSH OPEN] (l 17)
3) Accessory Shoe
≥Accessories, such as a stereo microphone (not supplied), are attached 
here.
4) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l 36)
Reverse Search Button [SEARCHs] (l 24)
Recording Check Button [S] (l 24)
5) Play Button [1] (l 36, 45, 47)
6) Fast Forward/Cue Button [5]
 (l 36)
Forward Search Button [SEARCHr] (l 24)
7) MAGICPIX Button [MAGICPIX] (l 28)
8) Stop Button [∫] (l 36, 45, 47)
Web Camera Button [WEB CAMERA] (l 56)
9) Still Button [;] (l 37, 45, 47)
Camera Still Button [CAMERA STILL] (l 25)
10) 1.5 Times Tele Jump Zoom Button [TELE JUMP] (l 26)
11) Title Button [TITLE] (l 48)
12) Multi-Picture Button [MULTI] (l 35, 40)
Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] (l 35)
13) Tape/Card Selector [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] (l24, 42)
14) Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] (l 42)
15) Card Slot (l 42)
16) Card Slot Cover (l 42)
17) Viewfinder (l 17, 75)
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≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some 
tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not 
a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
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18) Eyepiece Corrector Knob (l 17)
19) Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] (l 14) 
20) Menu Button [MENU] (l 18)
21) Multi-Function Dial [PUSH] (l 18, 23, 30, 36, 37)
22) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 25, 42, 43)
23) Zoom Lever [W/T] (l 26)
24) Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (l 16)
25) Easy-Grip Strap (l 15)
26) Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD P.B.] 
(l18, 24, 36, 45)
27) Recording Start/Stop Button (l 24, 44)
28) Off/On Mode Selector Switch [OFF/ON/MODE] (l 17, 24, 36)
29) Battery Holder (l 14)
30) Shoulder Strap Holders (l 16)
31) Tripod Receptacle 
≥Use for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripod.
32) Lens Cap String Holder (l 15)
33) Focus Ring (l 30)
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2)3)
13) 16)15)
17)22)
21)
19)23)
6) 5)
8) 7)
12) 11)9) 4)
20)
24)
25)
27)
30)
32)
31) 33) 30) 29)28) 26)
MAGIC PIX
10)TELE JUMPTITLEMULTI/P-IN-P
CAMERA STILL
SEARCHSEARCH
WEB CAMERA
14)
CAMERAVCRCARD P.B.
OFFONMODE
18)
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