Panasonic Pv L354 Operating Instructions Manual

Basic Operation
Special FeaturesFor Your Information
Getting Started
Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting
to operate this product. Please save this manual.
 Models No.
LSQT0753 A
PV-L354
PV-L454
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Things You Should Know
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Things You Should Know
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your Compact VHS Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP)
and Super Long Play (SLP) modes. You can also play a Compact VHS Camcorder
recording on your VHS VCR using the optional VHS PlayPak.
This Camcorder is equipped with the HQ System to provide excellent video pictures, and is
compatible with standard VHS equipment.
It is...

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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...

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USE & LOCATION•TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ...  Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture.
Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder 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
Camcorder. Do not attempt to...

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Table of Contents
Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Indications ....................................................... 32~34
Notes On Operations ...................................................................................... 35
Replacing Clock Battery ................................................................................. 36
Palmcorder Accessory System...

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Select OSD Language
Note:
To select ENGLISH OSD:
• Set to LANGUAGE ; ENGLISH in MENU
screen.
Before you begin...
•Connect Camcorder to power source.
1
2, 3, 4
The Camcorder is preset to ENGLISH.
You can select ENGLISH or SPANISH as
the OSD (on screen display) language.
If SPANISH language is selected, turn to
the Spanish Operating Instructions in this
manual.
[ VCR  MODE ] [ CAMERA  MODE ]
[ VCR  MODE ] [ CAMERA  MODE ]
1Set POWER to CAMERA or VCR.
2Press MENU for MENU mode.
Press 
UP...

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Self Demo Mode
EVF or LCD Monitor
Note:
• Self Demo stops automatically if battery
is attached (page 10) and cassette tape
is inserted (page 12).
• Inserting a tape alone (or attaching a
partially charged battery) only temporarily
stops Self Demo.
• Self Demo stops for 30 seconds when the
Back Light is pressed.
To turn Self Demo back on:
• Set to SELF DEMO ; ON in MENU screen.
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Quick Operation Guide
Insert Cassette
1Attach fully charged Battery (page 10).
2Slide TAPE EJECT to open door.
3Insert cassette (page 12).
4Press here to close door.
1Plug in AC Adaptor.
2Insert Battery. CHARGE Lamp flashes,
then stays lit when charging is complete.
Charging the Battery Pack
Charge Battery Pack fully before operation
(page 10).
See page 21.See page 18.
Camera Recording
Playback using the LCD Monitor
1Press LCD-OPEN to unlock the LCD monitor.
Swing it fully open and...

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Supplying Power
To use battery refresh, insert Battery on AC
Adaptor (see steps 1~2 above), then press
BATTERY REFRESH.
The REFRESH Lamp lights, then goes out when
discharge is complete. Battery charging will then
start automatically.
If 
BATTERY REFRESH is pressed by mistake,
remove Battery from AC Adaptor and reinsert it
for normal charging.
Note:
• Charging takes about 4 hours...