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Panasonic DVC20 User Manual

Panasonic DVC20
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Operating Instructions
Camera-Recorder
Model No. AG- P
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future
use.
ENGLISH
F1105T0 -F @
Printed in Japan
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DVC20_Eng.book 1 ページ 2005年10月31日 月曜日 午前10時36分

Table of Contents

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Panasonic DVC20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording FormatMiniDV
Optical Zoom10x
LCD Screen2.5 inch
Image Sensor TypeCCD
TypeMiniDV
Video Resolution720 x 480
Image Sensor1/4 inch CCD

Summary

Important Safeguards

Read Instructions

All safety and operating instructions should be read before unit operation.

Retain Instructions

Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings

All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow Instructions

All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

Cleaning

Unplug unit before cleaning. Use a dry cloth; avoid liquid cleaners.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

Water and Moisture

Do not use unit near water or in wet locations.

Accessories

Do not place unit on unstable surfaces; use manufacturer-recommended accessories.

Ventilation

Ensure ventilation openings are not blocked to prevent overheating.

Power Sources

Operate unit only from the indicated type of power source.

Grounding or Polarization

Properly use polarized or grounding plugs for electrical safety.

Power-Cord Protection

Route power cords to prevent them from being walked on or pinched.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

Ground outdoor antenna/cable systems for surge protection.

Lightning

Unplug unit and disconnect antenna during lightning storms.

Power Lines

Keep antenna systems away from overhead power lines.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.

Objects and Liquids

Never insert objects or spill liquids into the unit.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service; refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

Damage Requiring Service

Refer to qualified personnel for damage or abnormal operation.

Replacement Parts

Use only manufacturer-specified replacement parts.

Safety Check

Ask technician to perform safety checks after service.

Before using

Standard Accessories

Lists the accessories supplied with the camera-recorder.

Optional Accessories

Lists optional accessories available for the camera-recorder.

Parts identification and handling

Identifies and describes the parts and handling of the camera.

Before using

Lens cap and grip belt

Instructions for attaching the lens cap and adjusting the grip belt.

Attaching the shoulder strap

Guidance on attaching the shoulder strap for secure carrying.

Using the LCD monitor

How to open and adjust the LCD monitor for viewing.

Before using

Using the viewfinder

Instructions on how to use and adjust the viewfinder.

Power supply

Details on charging the battery and connecting to AC power.

Before using

Fitting the battery

Procedure for fitting the battery into the camera-recorder.

Removing the battery

Procedure for removing the battery from the camera-recorder.

Before using

Inserting/removing a cassette

Step-by-step guide for inserting and removing a cassette.

Before using

Turning the camera on

Instructions on how to power the camera on and off.

Selecting a mode

How to set the mode switch to CAMERA or VCR.

Using the screen display

How to display and switch icons on the screen.

Before using

Switching the language

How to change the language for screen and menu displays.

Using the menu screen

Guide to navigating and using the camera's menu system.

Before using

Setting date and time

Procedure for setting the camera's date and time.

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

How to adjust brightness and color level of LCD monitor and viewfinder.

Before using

Using the remote control

Instructions for installing the battery and using the remote control.

Before using

Selecting the remote control mode

How to set the remote control mode for camera synchronization.

Record mode

Check before recording

Verify camera functions and recording setup before important events.

Check points

List of essential checks before starting recording.

About auto mode

Setting the camera to AUTO for automatic adjustments.

Record mode

Recording mode

Switching between SP and LP recording modes.

Recording on a tape

Steps for recording video onto a tape.

Check the recording

How to play back the last recorded image for verification.

Blank search function

Function to find unrecorded sections of tape.

Record mode

Zoom in/out function

Using the optical zoom lever for wide-angle and close-up shots.

Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level

Adjusting microphone sensitivity for clear audio recording.

Record mode

Recording yourself

How to record yourself by rotating the LCD monitor.

Backlight compensation function

Protects backlit subjects from becoming too dark.

Night view functions

Enhances recording in low light conditions.

Record mode

Soft skin mode

Records skin tones with a softer, smoother appearance.

Tele-macro function

Focuses on subjects at a close distance, blurring the background.

Fade in/fade out function

Gradually fades images and audio in or out at start/end.

Wind noise reduction function

Reduces wind noise captured by the microphone.

Record mode

Recording images for wide-screen TVs

Enables recording images compatible with wide-screen TVs.

Recording in various situations (Scene mode)

Automatically sets optimal shutter speed and aperture for different scenes.

Record mode

Recording in natural colors (White balance)

Manually adjust white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Record mode

Manual focus adjustment

Procedure for manually focusing when auto focus is difficult.

Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment

Adjust shutter speed and aperture manually for desired exposure.

Playback mode

Playing back tape

Instructions for playing back recorded tapes.

Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback

How to perform slow-motion and frame-by-frame playback.

Playback mode

Variable-speed search function

Varying playback speed for cue/review.

Playback on TV

Connecting the camera-recorder to a TV for playback.

Edit mode

Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR (Dubbing)

How to copy recorded pictures to DVD recorders or VCRs.

Edit mode

Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing)

Performing high-quality digital dubbing using a DV cable.

Edit mode

Audio dubbing

Adding music or narration to recorded cassettes.

Menu

Menu list

Overview of the camera's menu structure and options.

Menu

Menus related to taking pictures

Menu options for adjusting picture-taking settings.

Menus related to playback

Menu options for adjusting playback settings.

Other menus

Miscellaneous menu options for system settings.

Others

Indications

Explanation of various icons and status indicators on the screen.

Warning/alarm indications

Details on warning and alarm messages and their meanings.

Others

Functions cannot be used simultaneously

Lists functions that are disabled under certain conditions.

Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)

Troubleshooting guide for common problems with the camera-recorder.

Others

Recording

Troubleshooting steps when recording does not start.

Playback (Sound)

Troubleshooting for issues with sound playback.

Playback (Pictures)

Troubleshooting for issues with picture playback.

Others

LCD monitor/viewfinder

Cleaning and care instructions for the LCD monitor and viewfinder.

Viewfinder

Detailed instructions for cleaning the viewfinder.

Periodical check-ups

Recommendations for maintaining image quality through part replacement.

Explanation of terms

Automatic white balance

Explanation of how the camera automatically adjusts white balance.

White balance

How white balance adjustment affects color reproduction.

Auto focus

Explanation of auto focus functionality and its limitations.

Specifications

AC adapter

Specifications for the AC adapter.

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