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Menus related to recording
ª[DATE/TIME]
This switches between date and time indications.
≥The Camcorder automatically records the date 
and time the picture was taken on the tape.
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[AUDIO REC]
Switches the audio (PCM audio) recording 
systems.
[12bit]: Records audio in “12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks”. 
(The original sound recorded is preserved 
after audio dubbing.)
[16bit]: Records audio in “16 bit 48 kHz 2 tracks”. 
Audio can be recorded in higher quality. 
(The original sound recorded is erased 
after audio dubbing.)
≥Audio dubbing cannot be performed on this unit. 
If you want to edit the sound on a model with an 
audio dubbing function, set [12bit] to take 
pictures.
ª
[DISPLAY]
Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched 
to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be 
switched to minimum display.
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[BEEP SOUND]
Set to [ON] and confirmation/alarm beeps are 
issued as follows.
1 Beep
≥When you start recording
≥When you turn on the power
≥When the unit goes from quick start standby 
mode to recording pause
2 Beeps
≥When you pause recording
≥When you turn off the power
≥When the unit goes into quick start standby 
mode
2 Beeps for 4 times
≥When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab 
set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs 
(
-46-), and at other times. Check the sentence 
displayed on the screen. (-42-)
Menus related to playback
ª[12bit AUDIO]
If you want to edit the sound on a model with an 
audio dubbing function, set [12bit] to take 
pictures.
You can switch the sound (PCM Audio) when 
playing back a tape with sound recorded in 
[12bit].
[ST1]: It only plays back the original sound 
recorded.
[ST2]: It only plays back the sound on the tape 
added with audio dubbing.
[MIX]: It simultaneously plays back both [ST1] 
and [ST2] sounds.
≥Audio dubbing cannot be performed on this unit. 
When playing back a tape recorded on this unit, 
you will not be able to hear the sound if [ST2] is 
set. Set [ST1].
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[AUDIO OUT]
This switches the sound to be played back.
[STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub 
sound)
[L]: Left channel sound (main sound)
[R]: Right channel sound (sub sound)
Other menus
ª[INITIAL SET]
When there is a menu that cannot be selected 
depending on a combination of functions, set to 
[YES] for changing the menu settings back to the 
default condition.
(Language setting cannot be back to the default 
condition.)
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[DEMO MODE]
If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without 
inserting a cassette, the Camcorder is 
automatically set to the demonstration mode for 
introducing its functions. If any button is pressed 
or operated, the demonstration mode is canceled. 
If no operations take place for approx. 
10 minutes, the demonstration mode 
automatically starts. To terminate the 
demonstration mode, insert a cassette, or set to 
[DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. For normal use, set this 
function to [OFF].
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Indications
Various functions and the Camcorder status are 
shown on the screen.
Basic indications
: Remaining battery power
0h00m00s00f: Time code
3:30:45PM Date/Time indication
Recording indications
R0:45: Remaining tape time
≥Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. 
(When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the 
indication starts flashing.)
SP: Standard Play mode
(Recording speed mode) 
-23-LP: Long Play mode 
(Recording speed mode) -23-¥: Recording -24-; (Green): Recording pause -24-; (Green flash):
Standby mode
; (Red): Fade out
: Recording check 
-25-: Wide -30-: Automatic mode -23-: Manual mode -32-MF: Manual focus -33-5k: Zoom magnification indication-26-: Backlight mode -27-: Optical Image Stabilizer -30-1/500: Shutter speed -34-F2.4: F number -34-6dB: Gain value -34-: Soft skin mode -28-: Fade (White) -29-: Fade (Black) -29-: Blank search -25-: MagicPix function -28-: Video Light is on -22-: Zoom microphone -27-: Wind noise reduction -29-5: Sports mode (Scene mode) -32-: Portrait mode (Scene mode) -32-: Low light mode (Scene mode) -32-: Spotlight mode (Scene mode) -32-: Surf & snow mode (Scene mode) -32-: Auto white balance -33-: Indoor mode (recording under 
incandescent lamp) -33-: Outdoor mode -33-
: White balance adjustment mode -33-
Playback indications
¥: Recording underway
1: Playback 
-35-;: Pause -35-5: Fast forward/Cue playback -35-6: Rewind/Review playback -35-;1/2;: Frame-by-frame playback -36-: Repeat playback -35-12bit, 16bit: Audio recording mode -41-: Volume adjustment -35-
 Warning/alarm indications
If any one of the following indications lights up or 
flashes, please check the Camcorder.
Confirmatory indications
Y: A cassette with the accidental erasure 
prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] 
position is inserted.
No cassette is inserted.
[--]/0:
The built-in battery is low. 
-15-°: The warning/alarm indication appears when 
you record yourself. Turn the LCD monitor 
towards the viewfinder and check the 
warning/alarm indication.
2END: 
The tape came to the end during recording.
::  The video heads are dirty. 
-46-
Textual indications
3DEW DETECT/3EJECT TAPE:
Condensation has occurred. Take out the 
cassette and wait for a while. It takes some 
time until the cassette holder opens, but this 
is not a malfunction. 
-46-LOW BATTERY: 
The battery is low. Recharge it. -12-NO TAPE : 
No tape is inserted. -18-TAPE END: 
The tape came to the end during recording.
CHECK REC TAB: 
You are attempting to record pictures on a 
tape with the accidental erasure prevention 
slider placed in the [SAVE] position. 
You are attempting digital dubbing on a tape 
with the accidental erasure prevention slider 
placed in the [SAVE] position.
16:9AUTO
MNL
ZOOM
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WRONG TAPE FORMAT: 
You are attempting to play back a tape 
section that has been recorded with a 
different TV system. This cassette is 
incompatible.
CLOSE CASSETTE DOOR:
The cassette cover is open. Close the 
cassette cover. 
-18-COPY PROTECTED: 
Images cannot be recorded correctly 
because the medium is protected by a copy 
guard.
NEED HEAD CLEANING: 
The video heads are dirty. 
-46-PUSH THE RESET SWITCH: 
An irregularity in the equipment has been 
detected. Press the [RESET] button (
-45-). 
This may solve the problem.
CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE:
You are attempting to select the item on the 
[SCENE MODE] when the Camcorder is set 
to [AUTO].
Functions that cannot be used 
simultaneously
Some functions in the Camcorder are disabled or 
cannot be selected due to its specifications. The 
table below shows examples of functions 
restricted by conditions.
FunctionsConditions which disable 
the functions
≥Backlight 
compensation≥When the MagicPix 
function is used
≥When the iris/gain is set
≥Help mode
≥Recording 
check
≥Blank search
≥Soft skin
≥MagicPix≥While recording to a tape
≥Scene mode≥When the Camcorder is 
set to [AUTO]
≥When the MagicPix 
function is used
≥When the built-in LED 
video light is on
≥Change of 
white balance≥When digital zoom (42k 
or higher) is used
≥When the MagicPix 
function is used
≥Adjusting the 
shutter speed, 
iris/gain≥When the MagicPix 
function is used
≥When the scene mode is 
used
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Before requesting repair 
(Problems and solutions)
Power/Body
1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on.
 Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully 
charged battery.
 The battery protection circuit may have 
operated. Insert the battery to the AC adaptor 
for 5 to 10 seconds. If the Camcorder still 
cannot be used, the battery is faulty.
 Make sure the LCD monitor is opened or the 
viewfinder extended.
2: The Camcorder power is turned off 
automatically.
 If you do not use the unit for approximately 
5 minutes, the power is automatically turned off 
to conserve battery life. To resume recording, 
turn the power back on. The power will not turn 
off automatically when the power save function 
is set to [OFF]. (
-24-)
3: The Camcorder power does not stay on 
long enough.
 Is the battery low? If the remaining battery 
power indication is flashing or the message 
“LOW BATTERY” is displayed, the battery has 
run down. Charge the battery or attach a fully 
charged battery. (
-12-)
 Has condensation occurred? When you carry 
the Camcorder from a cold place into a warm 
place, condensation may occur inside it. If so, 
the power is turned off automatically, disabling 
all operations except for taking cassettes out. 
Wait until the condensation indication 
disappears. (
-46-)
4: Battery runs down quickly.
 Is the battery fully charged? Charge it with the 
AC adaptor. (
-12-)
 Are you using the battery in an extremely cold 
place? The battery is affected by ambient 
temperature. In cold places, the operating time 
of the battery becomes shorter.
 Has the battery worn out? The battery has a 
limited life. If the operating time is still too short 
even after the battery is fully charged, 
depending on the usage, the battery has worn 
out and needs to be replaced.
5: The Camcorder cannot be operated though 
powered up.
The Camcorder does not operate normally.
 The Camcorder cannot be operated unless you 
open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.
 Remove the cassette and then press the 
[RESET] button. (
-45-) If normal conditions are 
not restored yet, turn off the power. Then, 
about 1 minute later, turn on the power again.6: The cassette cannot be removed.
 Does the status indicator comes on when 
opening the cassette cover? (
-18-) Make sure 
that the battery and the AC adaptor are 
properly connected. (
-12-)
 Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the 
battery and remove the cassette.
 Close the cassette cover completely, and fully 
open it again. (
-18-)
7: No operation other than cassette removal 
can be performed.
 Has condensation occurred? Wait until the 
condensation indication disappears. (
-46-)
Recording
1: Recording does not start although power is 
supplied to the Camcorder and the cassette 
is correctly inserted.
 Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on 
the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), 
recording cannot be performed. (
-18-)
 Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new 
cassette.
 Is the recording mode set? When in the 
playback mode, recording cannot be 
performed. (
-14-)
 Has condensation occurred? No operation 
other than cassette removal can be performed 
when condensation occurs. Wait until the 
condensation indication disappears. (
-46-)
 Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is 
open, the Camcorder may not operate 
normally. Close the cassette cover. (
-18-)
2: The screen has changed suddenly. 
([DEMO MODE] is on)
 Has the demonstration started? In the Tape 
Recording mode, if you set [DEMO MODE] >> 
[ON] without inserting a cassette, the 
demonstration starts. For normal use, set this 
function to [OFF]. (
-41-)
3: A cassette cannot be inserted.
 Has condensation occurred? Wait until the 
condensation indication disappears.
4: Auto focus function does not work.
 Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus 
mode is selected, focus is automatically 
adjusted.
 There are some recording subjects and 
surroundings for which the auto focus does not 
operate correctly. (
-49-) If so, use the manual 
focus mode to adjust the focus. (-33-)
Indications
1: A sentence is displayed in red in the screen 
center.
 Read the contents and respond to them. (
-42-)
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2: The remaining tape time indication 
disappears.
 The remaining tape time indication may 
disappear temporarily during frame-by-frame 
playback or other operation. If you continue 
ordinary recording or playback, the indication is 
restored.
3: The remaining tape time Indication does not 
match the actual remaining tape time.
 If scenes of less than 15 seconds are 
continuously recorded, the remaining tape time 
cannot be correctly displayed.
 In some cases, the remaining tape time 
indication may show remaining tape time that is 
2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual 
remaining tape time.
4: The function indications such as the mode 
indication or the remaining tape time 
indication are not shown.
 If you set [SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF], all 
indications other than the tape running 
condition, warning, and date are not displayed.
Playback (Sound)
1: Sound is not played back from the built-in 
speaker of the Camcorder.
0Is the volume too low? During playback, push 
the [sVOLr] lever to display the volume  
indication and adjust it. (
-35-)
2: Different sounds are reproduced at the 
same time.
 Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >> 
[STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing 
the main sound and sub sound? Set to [L] to 
hear main sound, and set to [R] to hear the sub 
sound. (
-41-)
Playback (Pictures)
1: Although the Camcorder is correctly connected 
to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.
The playback images are vertical.
 Have you selected video input on the TV? 
Please read the operating instructions of your 
TV and select the channel that matches the 
input terminals used for the connection.
 Is the [TV ASPECT] setting correct? Change 
the setting to match the aspect ratio of the TV. 
[SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] >> [16:9] or [4:3].
2: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images 
during cue or review playback.
 This phenomenon is characteristic of digital 
video systems. It is not a malfunction.
3: Horizontal stripes appear on images during 
cue and review playback.
 Horizontal stripes may appear depending on 
the scene, but this is not a malfunction.4: Playback picture is not clear.
 Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the 
heads are dirty, playback image cannot be 
clear. Clean the heads by using the head 
cleaner for digital video (optional). (
-46-)
 If the terminal for the AV cable is soiled, noises 
may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil off the 
terminal with a soft cloth, and then connect the 
cable to the A/V terminal.
 Is a picture containing a copyright protection 
signal (copy guard) being recorded? When a 
protected picture is played back by the 
Camcorder, mosaic-like patterns appear on the 
picture.
Others
1: The indication disappears, the screen is 
frozen, or no operation can be performed.
 Turn off the power to the Camcorder. If the 
power cannot be turned off, press the [RESET] 
button, or detach the battery or AC adaptor and 
then reattach it. Turn on the power again. If 
normal operation is still not restored, detach the 
power connected, and contact Panasonic. (
-55-)
2: “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH” is displayed.
 An irregularity in the Camcorder has been 
automatically detected. Remove the cassette 
for data protection and then press the [RESET] 
button with the boss A. The Camcorder will be 
activated.
 If you do not press the [RESET] button, the 
power to the Camcorder is turned off 
automatically about 1 minute later.
 Even after you press the [RESET] button, the 
indication may still appear repeatedly. If so, the 
Camcorder needs repair. Detach the power 
connected, and contact Panasonic. (
-55-)
A
RESET
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Cautions for Use
ªAbout condensation
If you turn the Camcorder on when condensation 
occurs on the head or the tape, condensation 
indication [3] (yellow or red) is displayed on the 
viewfinder or the LCD monitor and the messages 
[3DEW DETECT] or [3EJECT TAPE] (only 
when the tape is inserted) appear. If so, follow the 
procedure below.
1Remove the tape if it is inserted.
≥It takes about 20 seconds to open the 
cassette holder. This is not a malfunction.
2Leave the Camcorder with the cassette 
cover closed and the battery attached, to 
cool or warm it to the ambient temperature.
≥The status indicator blinks for about 
1 minute and then the Camcorder 
automatically turns off. Leave it for about 
1.5 to 2 hours.
3Turn the Camcorder on again, set it to the 
Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then 
check if the condensation indication 
disappears.
Especially in cold areas, moisture may be frozen. 
If so, it may take more time before the 
condensation indication disappears.
Watch for condensation even before the 
condensation indication is displayed.
≥If the indicator of the condensation does not 
display on the LCD screen and/or EVF and you 
notice condensation on the lens or the main 
unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise 
condensation may be formed on the heads or 
the cassette tape.
ª
About dirty heads
If video heads (the parts that closely contact 
with the tape) become dirty, normal recording 
and playback are not properly performed. 
Clean the heads with the digital video head 
cleaner.
≥Insert the head cleaner into the Camcorder, set 
it to the Tape Playback Mode, and play it back 
for about 10 seconds. (If you do not stop the 
playback, it automatically stops about 
15 seconds later.)
≥We recommend cleaning the heads periodically.
If the heads become dirty, “NEED HEAD 
CLEANING” appears during recording. During 
playback, moreover, the following symptoms 
appear.
≥Mosaic-like noise appears partially or the 
sound is interrupted.
≥Black or blue mosaic-like horizontal stripes 
appear.≥The whole screen becomes blue and there is 
no picture or sound.
When normal playback cannot be performed 
even after the head cleaning
One possible cause is that normal recording 
could not be performed because the heads were 
dirty at the time of recording. Clean the heads, 
and perform recording and playback again. If 
normal playback can be performed, the heads are 
clean. Before an important recording, be sure to 
conduct a test recording to make sure that normal 
recording can be performed.
≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, 
the problem may be the tape. If so, try another 
cassette.
≥During playback, the picture or sound may be 
interrupted momentarily, but this is not a 
malfunction of the Camcorder. (One possible 
cause is that the playback is interrupted by dirt 
or dust that momentarily adheres to the heads.)
ª
About the Camcorder
≥When the Camcorder is used for a long time, 
the Camcorder body becomes warm, but this is 
not a malfunction.
Keep the Digital Video Camcorder as far away 
as possible from electromagnetic equipment 
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games 
etc.).
≥If you use the Digital Video Camcorder on top of 
or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the 
Digital Video Camcorder may be disrupted by 
electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥Do not use the Digital Video Camcorder near 
cell phones because doing so may result in 
noise adversely affecting the pictures and 
sound.
≥Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures 
may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields 
created by speakers or large motors.
≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by 
microprocessors may adversely affect the 
Digital Video Camcorder, disturbing the pictures 
and sound.
≥If the Digital Video Camcorder is adversely 
affected by electromagnetic equipment and 
stops functioning properly, turn the Digital Video 
Camcorder off and remove the battery or 
disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the 
battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the 
Digital Video Camcorder on.
Do not use the Digital Video Camcorder near 
radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
≥If you record near radio transmitters or 
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and 
sound may be adversely affected.
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Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the Camcorder.
≥If the Camcorder is sprayed with such 
chemicals, the Camcorder body may become 
deformed and the surface finish may peel off.
≥Do not keep rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the Camcorder for a long time.
When you use your Camcorder in a sandy or 
dusty place such as on a beach, do not let 
sand or fine dust get into the body and 
terminals of the Camcorder. Also, protect the 
Camcorder from getting wet.
≥Sand or dust may damage the Camcorder or 
cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting 
and removing a cassette.) 
≥If sea water splashes onto the Camcorder, wet 
a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use 
it to wipe the Camcorder body carefully. Then, 
wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.
While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or 
bump it.
≥A strong impact on the Camcorder may break its 
housing, causing it to malfunction.
Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol 
for cleaning the Camcorder.
≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out 
the AC Cable from the AC Jack.
≥The Camcorder body may be discolored and the 
surface finish may peel off.
≥Wipe the Camcorder with a soft dry cloth to 
remove dust and fingerprints. To remove 
stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked 
in a neutral detergent diluted with water and 
wipe the Camcorder with it. Afterwards, wipe it 
with a dry cloth.
≥When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the 
instructions.
Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance 
purposes or other business use.
≥If you use the Camcorder for a long time, the 
internal temperature increases and, 
consequently, this may cause malfunction.
≥This Camcorder is not intended for business 
use.
When you are not going to use Camcorder for 
an extended time
≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or a 
cabinet, it is recommended that you put a 
desiccant (silica gel) in with it.ªAbout the battery
The battery used in the Camcorder is a 
rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is 
susceptible to temperature and humidity, and the 
effect of temperature increases with increasing or 
decreasing temperature. In the low temperature 
range, the fully charged indication may not 
appear, or the low battery indication may appear 
about 5 minutes after the start of use. At high 
temperature, moreover, the protection function 
may work, disabling use of the Camcorder.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.
≥If the battery is left attached to the Camcorder, a 
minute amount of current is consumed even 
when the Camcorder power is OFF. If the 
battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a 
long time, over-discharge takes place. The 
battery may become unusable after it is 
charged.
≥The battery should be stored in a cool place free 
from humidity, with as constant temperature as 
possible. (Recommended temperature: 15oC to 
25oC (59oF to 77oF), Recommended humidity: 
40% to 60%)
≥Extremely high temperatures or low 
temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.
≥If the battery is kept in a high-temperature, high-
humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals 
may rust and cause malfunctions.
≥To store the battery for a long period of time, we 
recommend you charge it once every year and 
store it again after you have completely used up 
the charged capacity.
≥Dust and other matter attached to the battery 
terminals should be removed.
Prepare spare batteries when going out for 
recording.
≥Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the 
period you are planning to record for. Cold 
places such as a ski resort, can shorten the 
period during which you can record for.
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to 
see if the terminals are deformed.
≥Attaching a deformed battery to the Camcorder 
or AC adaptor may damage the Camcorder or 
AC adaptor.
Do not throw old battery into fire.
≥Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may 
result in an explosion.
If the operating time is very short even after 
the battery has been recharged, the battery 
has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.
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ªAbout the AC adaptor
≥If the battery is warm, charging requires more 
time than normal.
≥If the temperature of the battery is extremely 
high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] lamp may 
continue flashing, and the battery may not be 
charged. After the battery temperature has 
decreased or increased sufficiently, recharging 
starts automatically. So, wait for a while. If the 
lamp still continues flashing even after the 
recharging, the battery or AC adaptor may be 
faulty. If so, please contact a dealer.
≥If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio 
reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC 
adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from radio.
≥When using the AC adaptor, it may generate 
whirring sounds. However, this is normal.
≥After use, be sure to pull out the AC Cable from 
the AC Jack. (If they are left connected, a 
minute amount of current is consumed.)
≥Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor 
and battery clean.
ª
About the cassette
Never place the cassette in a high temperature 
place.
≥The tape may be damaged, producing 
mosaic-like noise at the time of playback.
When storing the cassette after use, be sure 
to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it 
out. 
≥If the cassette is left for more than 6 months 
(depending on the storage condition) in the 
Camcorder or stopped midway, the tape may 
sag and be damaged.
≥Once every 6 months, wind the tape to the end 
and then rewind it to the beginning. If the 
cassette is left for 1 year or longer without 
winding or rewinding, the tape may be deformed 
by expansion or shrinkage attributable to 
temperature and humidity. The wound tape may 
stick to itself.
≥Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), and 
humidity may damage the tape. Such usage 
may cause damage to the Camcorder and the 
heads.
≥After use, be sure to rewind the tape to the 
beginning, put the cassette in the case to 
protect it from dust, and store it upright.
Keep the cassette away from strong 
magnetism.
≥Apparatus using magnets such as magnetic 
necklaces and toys have a magnetic force that 
is stronger than expected, and they may erase 
the contents of a recording or may increase 
noise.ª
LCD monitor/viewfinder
LCD monitor
≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a 
dry soft cloth.
≥In a place with drastic temperature changes, 
condensation may form on the LCD monitor. 
Wipe it with soft dry cloth.
≥If your Camcorder is extremely cold, the LCD 
monitor is slightly darker than usual immediately 
after you turn the power on. However, as the 
internal temperature increases, it goes back to 
normal brightness.
Viewfinder
ª
Periodical check-ups
≥To maintain the highest image quality, we 
recommend replacing worn parts such as heads 
after approx. 1000 hours of use. (This, however, 
depends on operating conditions including 
temperature, humidity and dust.)Extremely high precision technology is 
employed to produce the LCD monitor 
screen featuring a total of approximately 
123,000 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.
Extremely high precision technology is 
employed to produce the viewfinder screen 
featuring a total of approximately 113,000 
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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Explanation of terms
ªAutomatic white balance
White balance adjustment recognizes the color of 
light and adjusts so the white color will become a 
pure white. The Camcorder determines the hue of 
light that comes through the lens and white 
balance sensor, thereby judging the recording 
condition, and selects the closest hue setting. 
This is called automatic white balance 
adjustment. However, since the Camcorder only 
stores white color information under several light 
sources, automatic white balance adjustment 
does not function normally under the other light 
sources.
Outside of the effective range of automatic white 
balance adjustment, the image will become 
reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range 
of automatic white balance adjustment, the 
automatic white balance adjustment may not 
function properly if there is more than one light 
source. For light outside the functional auto white 
balance adjustment range, use the manual white 
balance adjustment mode.
1) The effective range of automatic white 
balance adjustment on this Camcorder
2) Blue sky
3) Cloudy sky (rain)
4) TV screen
5) Sunlight
6) White fluorescent lamp
7) Halogen light bulb
8) Incandescent light bulb
9) Sunrise or sunset
10) Candlelightª
White balance adjustment
White balance adjustment determines the white 
color under different light sources. By recognizing 
which is the white color under sunlight and which 
is the white color under a fluorescent lamp, the 
Camcorder can adjust the balance among the 
other colors.
Since white is the reference of all colors, the 
Camcorder can record pictures in a natural hue if 
it can recognize the reference white color.
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Auto focus
Auto focus automatically moves the focusing lens 
forward and backward inside the Camcorder to 
bring the subject into focus.
Auto focus has the following characteristics.
≥Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are 
seen more clearly.
≥Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast 
into focus.
≥Focuses on the screen center only.
Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not 
work correctly in the following situations. Record 
pictures in the manual focus mode.
Recording a subject with one end located 
closer to the Camcorder and the other end 
farther away from it
≥As auto focus adjusts at the center of an 
image, it may be impossible to focus on a 
subject that is located in both the foreground 
and background.
Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass≥The subject behind the glass will not be focused 
because the focus is on the dirty glass.
Recording a subject that is surrounded by 
objects with glossy surfaces or by highly 
reflective objects
≥The recording subject may become blurry 
because the Camcorder focuses on the 
objects with glossy surfaces or on highly 
reflective objects.
Recording a subject in dark surroundings
≥The Camcorder cannot focus correctly 
because the light information that comes 
through the lens decreases considerably.
Recording a fast-moving subject
≥As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically, 
it cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject.
Recording a subject with little contrast
≥A subject with little contrast, such as a white 
wall, may become blurry because the 
Camcorder achieves focus based upon the 
vertical lines of an image.
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50LSQT1284
Specifications
Digital Video Camcorder
Information for your safety
Recording format:
Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format)
Tape used:
6.35 mm digital video tape
Recording/playback time:
SP: 80 min; LP: 120 min (with DVM80)
Video
Recording system:
Digital component
Television system:
EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal
Audio
Recording system:
PCM digital recording
16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch)
Image sensor:
1/6-inch CCD image sensor
[Effective pixels]
Moving picture: 290 K (4:3), 380 K (16:9)/
Still picture: 290 K (4:3), 380 K (16:9)/
Total: 800 K
Lens:
Auto Iris, F1.9 to F4.3, Focal length; 1.8 mm to 
75.6 mm, Macro (Full range AF)
Zoom:
42:1 Power zoom
Monitor:
2.7-inch LCD
Viewfinder:
Color electronic viewfinderMicrophone:
Stereo (with a zoom function)
Speaker:
1 round speaker ‰ 20 mm
Standard illumination:
1,400 lx
Minimum required illumination:
6lx 
2 lx (MagicPix function)
Video output level:
1.0 Vp-p, 75≠
Audio output level (Line):
316 mV, 600≠
Digital interface:
DV input/output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)
Dimensions:
67.0 mm (W) 
k84.5 mm (H) k119.3 mm (D)
[2.638 inch (W) k3.327 inch (H) k4.697 inch (D)]
(excluding the projection parts)
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 390g (0.86 lbs)
(without the supplied battery, DV cassette)
Operating temperature:
0
oC to 40oC (32oF to 104oF)
Operating humidity:
10% to 80%
AC adaptor
Information for your safety
Dimensions:
92 mm (W)
k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D)
[3.6 inch (W)k1.3 inch (H)k2.4 inch (D)]
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 115g (0.25 lbs)
Specifications may change without prior notice. Power source:
DC 9.3/7.2 V
Power consumption:
Recording
4.1 W
Power source:
AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
19 W
DC output:
DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Camcorder operation)
DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)
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