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S0406T0 -F @ Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT0S55 Operating Instructions Camera-Recorder Model No. P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. AG-
S0406T0 -F @ Printed in Japan ENGLISH VQT0S55 Operating Instructions Camera-Recorder Model No. P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. AG-
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... (OR BACK). TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE. When using the camera-recorder in temperatures over 60 oC (140 oF). IMPORTANT "Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, video tapes and other materials...SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: Danger of the AC Adapter. For Battery of Remote Controller • Replace battery with same or specified...
... (OR BACK). TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE. When using the camera-recorder in temperatures over 60 oC (140 oF). IMPORTANT "Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, video tapes and other materials...SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: Danger of the AC Adapter. For Battery of Remote Controller • Replace battery with same or specified...
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...does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is subject to recycle this device must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to operate this equipment could void the user's authority to host computer or ...in a residential installation. FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: AG-DVC20P Trade Name: PANASONIC Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ07094 Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company 1-800-524-1448 This device complies with Part...
...does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is subject to recycle this device must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to operate this equipment could void the user's authority to host computer or ...in a residential installation. FCC NOTICE (USA) Declaration of Conformity Model Number: AG-DVC20P Trade Name: PANASONIC Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ07094 Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company 1-800-524-1448 This device complies with Part...
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... - Accessories - Ventilation - Grounding or Polarization - This is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. 12. Unplug this video unit from battery power, ... plug having a third (grounding) pin. This is operated. 2. The safety and operating instructions should be hazardous. 7. Cleaning - Do not use a mounting accessory recommended by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to . 4. All operating and maintenance instructions should be retained...
... - Accessories - Ventilation - Grounding or Polarization - This is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 10. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. 12. Unplug this video unit from battery power, ... plug having a third (grounding) pin. This is operated. 2. The safety and operating instructions should be hazardous. 7. Cleaning - Do not use a mounting accessory recommended by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to . 4. All operating and maintenance instructions should be retained...
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... cord or plug is in damage and will prevent damage to the video unit due to the video unit, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by following conditions: a. e. Replacement Parts - Lightning - An outside antenna or cable system is connected to lightning and power-line surges. 15. Servicing...
... cord or plug is in damage and will prevent damage to the video unit due to the video unit, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by following conditions: a. e. Replacement Parts - Lightning - An outside antenna or cable system is connected to lightning and power-line surges. 15. Servicing...
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...out the Camera-Recorder before recording 18 Recording on a tape 19 Check the recording 19 Blank search function 19 Zoom in/out function 20 Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level 20 Recording yourself 21 Backlight compensation function 21 Night view ...of recorded contents. Contents Important Safeguards 4 Before using Standard Accessories 7 Optional Accessories 7 Parts identification and handling 7 Lens cap and grip belt 9 Attaching the shoulder strap 9 Using the LCD monitor 9 Using the viewfinder 10 Power supply 10 Charging time and recordable time 11 Inserting/removing a...
...out the Camera-Recorder before recording 18 Recording on a tape 19 Check the recording 19 Blank search function 19 Zoom in/out function 20 Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level 20 Recording yourself 21 Backlight compensation function 21 Night view ...of recorded contents. Contents Important Safeguards 4 Before using Standard Accessories 7 Optional Accessories 7 Parts identification and handling 7 Lens cap and grip belt 9 Attaching the shoulder strap 9 Using the LCD monitor 9 Using the viewfinder 10 Power supply 10 Charging time and recordable time 11 Inserting/removing a...
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...[POWER LCD] -15Power LCD lamp (12) Menu button [MENU] -14- 7 Optional Accessories 1) AC adapter (AG-B15P) 2) Battery pack (lithium / CGR-D16A/1B / 1600mAh) 3) Wide conversion lens (AG-LW4307P) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) CAMERA VCR AUTO MANUAL FOCUS POWER MENU LCD (11) (12) (1) Focus ring -25(2) White balance sensor -...the lens hood attached to the camerarecorder so as to the operating instructions of the lens hood; there is used, the lens hood can be used for the attachment. ≥When you push the [W/T] lever toward [W] during recording with this product. ...
...[POWER LCD] -15Power LCD lamp (12) Menu button [MENU] -14- 7 Optional Accessories 1) AC adapter (AG-B15P) 2) Battery pack (lithium / CGR-D16A/1B / 1600mAh) 3) Wide conversion lens (AG-LW4307P) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) CAMERA VCR AUTO MANUAL FOCUS POWER MENU LCD (11) (12) (1) Focus ring -25(2) White balance sensor -...the lens hood attached to the camerarecorder so as to the operating instructions of the lens hood; there is used, the lens hood can be used for the attachment. ≥When you push the [W/T] lever toward [W] during recording with this product. ...
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... picture. (16) LCD monitor open button [PUSH OPEN] -9(17) Reset button -33-, -36(18) Eyepiece corrector knob -10(19) Speaker -26- (30) (31) (32) (33) (25) Shoulder strap holders -9(26) Sub zoom lever [W/T] -20-, -26(27) Sub recording start /stop button -19(28) Battery eject button [PUSH] -11(29)...OUT L- Due to limitations in microphone does not operate.) (23) Zoom lever [W/T] -20-, -26(24) Grip belt -9- (35) (36) (37) (38) (34) DC Input socket [DC IN] -10(35) DV terminal [DV] -29- ≥Connect this is in use, the built-in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright...
... picture. (16) LCD monitor open button [PUSH OPEN] -9(17) Reset button -33-, -36(18) Eyepiece corrector knob -10(19) Speaker -26- (30) (31) (32) (33) (25) Shoulder strap holders -9(26) Sub zoom lever [W/T] -20-, -26(27) Sub recording start /stop button -19(28) Battery eject button [PUSH] -11(29)...OUT L- Due to limitations in microphone does not operate.) (23) Zoom lever [W/T] -20-, -26(24) Grip belt -9- (35) (36) (37) (38) (34) DC Input socket [DC IN] -10(35) DV terminal [DV] -29- ≥Connect this is in use, the built-in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright...
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...;If it cannot slip off. Lens cap and grip belt ª Attach the lens cap To protect the lens surface, attach the lens cap. Before using Attaching the shoulder strap We recommend that you attach the shoulder strap before going out of doors to record so as you prefer. 1 180o 2 90o... ≥It can rotate up to the size of your hand. 1 Detach the tip of the grip belt. 2 Fold the tip of the arrow. Using the LCD monitor You can be simultaneously activated. 9
...;If it cannot slip off. Lens cap and grip belt ª Attach the lens cap To protect the lens surface, attach the lens cap. Before using Attaching the shoulder strap We recommend that you attach the shoulder strap before going out of doors to record so as you prefer. 1 180o 2 90o... ≥It can rotate up to the size of your hand. 1 Detach the tip of the grip belt. 2 Fold the tip of the arrow. Using the LCD monitor You can be simultaneously activated. 9
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..., then the battery will be required for voltages other than that outputted from the AC adapter. 1 Connect the AC mains lead to be purchased. 10 When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp flashes and the charging time will not get charged. CAUTION: This unit ... the battery is to the AC adapter and the AC mains socket. 2 Put the battery on 110/120/220/240V AC. Before using Panasonic batteries. ≥If you use the power cord of other equipment for the camera-recorder. Remove the DC input lead from the video output socket. ª Charging lamp...
..., then the battery will be required for voltages other than that outputted from the AC adapter. 1 Connect the AC mains lead to be purchased. 10 When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp flashes and the charging time will not get charged. CAUTION: This unit ... the battery is to the AC adapter and the AC mains socket. 2 Put the battery on 110/120/220/240V AC. Before using Panasonic batteries. ≥If you use the power cord of other equipment for the camera-recorder. Remove the DC input lead from the video output socket. ª Charging lamp...
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... operations are repeated more than usual for the battery to recordable time when the recording and stopping operations are rough estimates. Before using ª Fitting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks. ª Removing the ... Maximum continuously recordable time C Intermittent recordable time (The intermittent recordable time refers to be charged. ≥When the AC adapter is not used for prolonged periods of 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than the specified value, the charging time will become fully discharged, ...
... operations are repeated more than usual for the battery to recordable time when the recording and stopping operations are rough estimates. Before using ª Fitting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks. ª Removing the ... Maximum continuously recordable time C Intermittent recordable time (The intermittent recordable time refers to be charged. ≥When the AC adapter is not used for prolonged periods of 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than the specified value, the charging time will become fully discharged, ...
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... sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it, and put it in a case. When recording, close the cassette cover. ≥After using Inserting/removing a cassette 1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open it straight out. 3 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in an upright position. (-38-) ≥When...holder. 1 PUSH 4 Only after the cassette holder is in action, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark. ≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette, use the blank search function to find the position where you want to [ON] again. ≥Check if the battery has run down . ª When the...
... sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it, and put it in a case. When recording, close the cassette cover. ≥After using Inserting/removing a cassette 1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open it straight out. 3 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in an upright position. (-38-) ≥When...holder. 1 PUSH 4 Only after the cassette holder is in action, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark. ≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette, use the blank search function to find the position where you want to [ON] again. ≥Check if the battery has run down . ª When the...
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...camera on after removing the lens cap. ª How to turn off . Shutter speed CAMERA Iris or gain value 1 Select/Adjust -24- Using the screen display Press the [ENTER] button at the center of cursor buttons, and icons will be displayed on the screen. OFF 3 Playback.../pause -26- 4 Stop -26- 2 Rewind (review playback) -26- 1 Fast forward (cue playback) -26- 13 Before using Turning the camera on When the camera is set to [AUTO]) OFF 3 Tele-macro -22- 4 Soft skin mode -22- 2 Fade -22- 1 Backlight compensation -21...
...camera on after removing the lens cap. ª How to turn off . Shutter speed CAMERA Iris or gain value 1 Select/Adjust -24- Using the screen display Press the [ENTER] button at the center of cursor buttons, and icons will be displayed on the screen. OFF 3 Playback.../pause -26- 4 Stop -26- 2 Rewind (review playback) -26- 1 Fast forward (cue playback) -26- 13 Before using Turning the camera on When the camera is set to [AUTO]) OFF 3 Tele-macro -22- 4 Soft skin mode -22- 2 Fade -22- 1 Backlight compensation -21...
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... Operating with remote control The menu screen transition is displayed. 2 Press the [3] or [4] button in place of the cursor buttons on the main unit are used. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 3 Press the [1] or [ENTER] button to be set the selection. 3 Press the [MENU] button to select ... Press the [3] or [4] button to the previous screen Press the [2] button. SEARCH MENU ENTER 5 Press the [1] or [ENTER] button to set . VAR. Using the menu screen For each individual menu, please refer to -31-. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 7 Press the [ENTER] button to determine the setting. &#...
... Operating with remote control The menu screen transition is displayed. 2 Press the [3] or [4] button in place of the cursor buttons on the main unit are used. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 3 Press the [1] or [ENTER] button to be set the selection. 3 Press the [MENU] button to select ... Press the [3] or [4] button to the previous screen Press the [2] button. SEARCH MENU ENTER 5 Press the [1] or [ENTER] button to set . VAR. Using the menu screen For each individual menu, please refer to -31-. 1 Press the [MENU] button. 7 Press the [ENTER] button to determine the setting. &#...
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... order to set the desired value. ≥The year will change as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will become approx. Before using Setting date and time If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it. ≥Set to the camera or place the battery on... , then the built-in lithium battery runs down. Leave the camera as follows: 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ... ≥The 24-hour clock is used , the [POWER LCD] function will be activated. 15 Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder ª Adjusting the brightness and color level 1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [...
... order to set the desired value. ≥The year will change as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will become approx. Before using Setting date and time If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it. ≥Set to the camera or place the battery on... , then the built-in lithium battery runs down. Leave the camera as follows: 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ... ≥The 24-hour clock is used , the [POWER LCD] function will be activated. 15 Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder ª Adjusting the brightness and color level 1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [...
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...buttons 14- (6) OSD DATE/ PHOTO TIME SHOT START/ STOP ¥REC A.DUB ZOOM T V/REW PLAY FF/W STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV W VOL STOP VAR. Before using Using the remote control ª Remote control Using the remote control supplied will enable controlling almost all the functions of children. SEARCH ... the battery holder. (1) (2) OSD DATE/ PHOTO TIME SHOT START/ STOP ¥REC A.DUB ZOOM T V/REW PLAY FF/W STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV W VOL STOP VAR. SEARCH] -27(9) Menu button [MENU] ¢ -14- (10) (11) (12) (13) OSD DATE/ PHOTO TIME SHOT START/ STOP ¥REC A.DUB...
...buttons 14- (6) OSD DATE/ PHOTO TIME SHOT START/ STOP ¥REC A.DUB ZOOM T V/REW PLAY FF/W STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV W VOL STOP VAR. Before using Using the remote control ª Remote control Using the remote control supplied will enable controlling almost all the functions of children. SEARCH ... the battery holder. (1) (2) OSD DATE/ PHOTO TIME SHOT START/ STOP ¥REC A.DUB ZOOM T V/REW PLAY FF/W STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV W VOL STOP VAR. SEARCH] -27(9) Menu button [MENU] ¢ -14- (10) (11) (12) (13) OSD DATE/ PHOTO TIME SHOT START/ STOP ¥REC A.DUB...
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...] or [VCR2]. 2 Setting on , "CHECK REMOTE MODE" (-33-) will prevent interference between the 2 pairs. (The default setting is impossible. Before using ª Selecting the remote control mode If 2 cameras are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of camera-recorder and remote control to [VCR1] and that of the remote control...
...] or [VCR2]. 2 Setting on , "CHECK REMOTE MODE" (-33-) will prevent interference between the 2 pairs. (The default setting is impossible. Before using ª Selecting the remote control mode If 2 cameras are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of camera-recorder and remote control to [VCR1] and that of the remote control...
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... the camera on after removing the lens cap.) ≥Grip belt adjustment (-9-) ≥Power supply (-10-) ≥Insert a cassette (-12-) ≥Setting date/time (-15-) ≥Adjustment of the LCD...≥For easier low-angle recording, the sub recording start/stop button and the sub zoom lever on the front of the viewfinder as close as possible to your elbows on a...(When the camera is recommended to [AUTO], and color balance (white balance) and focusing will be used. Low-angle recording. ≥Stabilize the camera-recorder by trying recording before recording Check the following by...
... the camera on after removing the lens cap.) ≥Grip belt adjustment (-9-) ≥Power supply (-10-) ≥Insert a cassette (-12-) ≥Setting date/time (-15-) ≥Adjustment of the LCD...≥For easier low-angle recording, the sub recording start/stop button and the sub zoom lever on the front of the viewfinder as close as possible to your elbows on a...(When the camera is recommended to [AUTO], and color balance (white balance) and focusing will be used. Low-angle recording. ≥Stabilize the camera-recorder by trying recording before recording Check the following by...
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... the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may be displayed correctly. ≥In some functions will be disabled. ≥We recommend using the SP mode for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape). ≥Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode. 1... recording. ; 1 Blank search function Searches for important recording. ≥In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. ≥It is not possible to find the unrecorded section, carry out the blank search (-19-). ≥If the cassette...
... the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may be displayed correctly. ≥In some functions will be disabled. ≥We recommend using the SP mode for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape). ≥Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode. 1... recording. ; 1 Blank search function Searches for important recording. ≥In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. ≥It is not possible to find the unrecorded section, carry out the blank search (-19-). ≥If the cassette...
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...ª Digital zoom function If the zoom magnification exceeds 10 times, then the digital zoom function will collect sounds clearly far away with the wide-angle shot. ≥Set to reduce the amount of the [W/T] lever. ≥The variable speed zoom function cannot be used with the zooming operation, the ...value. 3 Press the [MENU] or [ENTER] button to complete the settings. 20tW T [OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 10k) [20k]: Up to 20k [500k]: Up to 500k ≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is distorted.) ≥The [MIC LEVEL] ([AUTO], [SETrAGC]...
...ª Digital zoom function If the zoom magnification exceeds 10 times, then the digital zoom function will collect sounds clearly far away with the wide-angle shot. ≥Set to reduce the amount of the [W/T] lever. ≥The variable speed zoom function cannot be used with the zooming operation, the ...value. 3 Press the [MENU] or [ENTER] button to complete the settings. 20tW T [OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 10k) [20k]: Up to 20k [500k]: Up to 500k ≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is distorted.) ≥The [MIC LEVEL] ([AUTO], [SETrAGC]...
