Panasonic AG-DVC 7p User manual

Brand: Panasonic

Model: AG-DVC 7p

Category: Camcorders

Type: User manual

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this

manual for future use.

Model No. AG- P

Digital Video Camera Recorder

NTSC

VQT0C34

Printed in Japan

S1202Y0

IMPORTANT

“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, video tapes and

other materials may infringe the right of copyright owners and be contrary to

indicates safety information.

CAUTION

RISK 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 TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with

arrowhead symbol, within an

equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert the user to the presence of

uninsulated “dangerous voltage”

within the product’s enclosure

that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of

electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an

equilateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of

important operating and main-

tenance (service) instructions in

the literature accompanying the

appliance.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,

USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

ONLY.

FCC Note:

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. To assure continued

compliance follow the attached installation

instructions and do not make any

unauthorized modifications.

This equipment has been tested and

found to comply with the limits for a class

A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference when the equipment

is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the

instruction manual, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful

interference in which case the user will be

required to correct the interference at his

own expense.

CAUTION:

Do not install or place this unit in a

bookcase, built-in cabinet or any other

confined space in order to maintain

adequate ventilation. Ensure that

curtains and any other materials do not

obstruct the ventilation to prevent risk

of electric shock or fire hazard due to

overheating.

CAUTION:

Danger of explosion or fire if battery is

mistreated.

O Replace only with same or specified type.

O Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire.

O Do not store in temperatures over 60°C.

O Use specified charger for rechargeable

batteries.

O Do not recharge the battery if it is not a

rechargeable type.

For Remote Controller

O Replace battery with part No. CR2025 only.

O Do not recharge the battery.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS

EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL

LIQUIDS-USE AND STORE ONLY IN

LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT

EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING

OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO

NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS

ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.

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.

Important Safeguards

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.

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 onto, or

objects have fallen into 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 peration.

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.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s

authority to operate.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL

ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

Information for Your Safety

As this equipment gets hot during use,

operate it in a well-ventilated place; do not

install this equipment in a confined space

such as a bookcase or similar unit.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

product damage, do not expose this

equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or

splashing and ensure that no objects filled

with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on

the equipment.

Camera Recorder

OThe rating plate is on the underside of the

Camera Recorder.

AC Adaptor

OThe rating plate is on the underside of the

AC Adaptor.

$ Carefully read the Operating

Instructions and use the Camera

Recorder correctly.

OInjury or material damage resulting from any

kind of use that is not in accordance with the

operating procedures explained in these

Operating Instructions are the sole

responsibility of the user.

Try out the Camera Recorder.

Be sure to try out the Camera Recorder before

recording your first important event and check that it

records properly and functions correctly.

The manufacturer is not liable for loss of recorded

contents.

The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the

loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this

Camera Recorder, its accessories or cassettes.

Carefully observe copyright laws.

Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other

published or broadcast material for purposes other

than your own private use may infringe copyright laws.

Even for the purpose of private use, recording of

certain material may be restricted.

OAll company and product names in the operating

instructions are trademarks or registered

trademarks of their respective corporations.

Pages for reference

Pages for reference are indicated by dashes either

side of a number, for example: -00-

$ WARNING

To prevent electric shock, do not remove the

cover (or back); there are no user serviceable

parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Use only the recommended accessories.

$ Notes about Video Head Clogging

OWhen the Camera Recorder’s video heads have

become clogged with dirt (dust and tape coating

particles), the [ ] Indication appears. In addition,

the playback picture A is distorted with mosaic-like

patterns (1 or 2 ). When the clogging further

worsens, the whole screen may be black during

playback 3 .

OTo clean video heads that have become clogged

with dirt, use the Digital Video Head Cleaner.

OIf you want to purchase the same Digital Video

Head Cleaner, please contact your Panasonic

dealer to obtain it from the Panasonic spare parts

department (part number VFK1451).

OIf the video heads again become clogged with dirt

soon after cleaning, this might be caused by

damaged tape.

In this case, stop using that cassette. We

recommend that you use Panasonic cassettes.

Contents

Standard Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Controls and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

The Remote Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Charging Time and Available Recording Time . . . . .13

Lens Cap and Grip Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Attaching the Shoulder Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Inserting a Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Turning on the Camera Recorder and Selecting

Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Using the Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

List of Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Setting Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

LP Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Audio Recording Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Holding the Camera Recorder for Recording . . . . . .19

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Photoshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Zoom In/Out Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Digital Zoom Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Image Stabilizer Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Fade In/Out Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Backlight Compensation Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Wind Noise Reduction Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Cinema Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Recording in Special Situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Recording in Natural Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Adjusting White Balance Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Manual Iris Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Manual Focus Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Picture Effect Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level . . . . . . .31

Playing Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back . . . . . . . . .33

Slow Motion Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback . . . . . . . . . . .34

Finding the End of Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Index Search Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Playback Zoom Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Playback Digital Effect Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Playing Back on Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Audio Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette . . . . . . .39

Recording the Contents of Other Equipment . . . . . .39

Using the DV Cable for Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Warning/Alarm Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Notes and Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Cautions for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Before Requesting Repair (Problems and

Solutions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Explanation of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Standard Accessories

Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Camera

Recorder.

Optional Accessories

1) AC Adaptor (AG-B15)

2) Stereo Microphone (AG-MC15)

3) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D16/

CGR-D220/1600mAh)

4) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGP-D28/

CGP-D320/2800mAh)

5) Wide Conversion Lens (AG-LW4307)

O Some optional accessories may not be available

in some countries.

1) AC Adaptor, DC Input Lead and AC Mains

Lead -12-

2) Battery Pack -12-

3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery

-10-, -11-

4) Lens Cap -13-

5) Shoulder Strap -13-

6) Digital Video Head Cleaner -47-

A Picture Effect Button [PIC.E.] -29-

B Menu Button [MENU] -16-

C Focus Button [FOCUS] -29-

D Rewind/Review Button [6] -32-

Reverse Search Button [SEARCH –] -20-

Recording Check Button [ ] -20-

E Stop Button [$] -32-

Fade Button [FADE] -24-

F Play Button [1] -32-

Backlight Button [BLC] -25-

G Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] -32-

Forward Search Button [SEARCH +] -20-

H Pause Button [;] -34-

Still Button [STILL] -22-

I Eyepiece Corrector Knob -15-

J Smart Accessory Shoes

OThe External Stereo Microphone (option), etc.

can be attached here.

K Microphone (built-in, stereo) -23-

L External Microphone Socket [EXT MIC]

OConnect with an external microphone or audio

equipment. (When this socket is in use, the built-

in microphone does not operate.)

M Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -22-

N Zoom Lever [W/T] -23-

O Grip Belt -13-

P Shoulder Strap Holders -13-

Q Sub Zoom Lever [W/T] -19-

R Sub Recording Start/Stop Button -19-

S Battery Eject Button [PUSH] -12-

T Battery Holder

U DC Input Socket [DC IN] -12-

V DV Terminal [DV] -40-

OConnect this to the digital video equipment.

MNO

DC IN 7.9V

VIDEO

IN/OUT

AUDIO

L–

–R

IN/OUT

S-VIDEO

IN/OUT

WX Y

\ ]^

Controls and Components

$ Camera Recorder

1 White Balance Sensor -27-

2 Recording Lamp -20-

3 Remote Control Sensor -11-

4 Lens

5 Lens Hood -49-

6 Lens Hood Attachment knob -49-

7 Focus Ring -29-

8 Eyecup -49-

9 Viewfinder -15-, -49-

ODue 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.

: LCD Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] -15-

; LCD Monitor -15-, -49-

ODue 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.

< Reset Button [RESET] -42-

= Speaker -32-

> Multi-Function Dial [PUSH] -16-, -26-, -32-

? Mode Selector Switch

[AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE] -20-, -26-

@ Digital Effect Button [DIG.E.] -24-

MENU FOCUS

W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS

PUSH

DIG.E. PIC.E.

BLC

FADE STILL

SEARCHSEARCH

MANUAL

PROG. AE

AUTO

VOL/JOG

;

BCD E

?@ A

Controls and Components

$ Camera Recorder

W S-Video Input/Output Socket [S-VIDEO IN/OUT]

-37-, -39-

X Video Input/Output Socket [VIDEO IN/OUT]

-37-, -39-

Y Audio Input/Output Sockets [AUDIO IN/OUT]

-37-, -39-

Z Headphone Socket [PHONES] -44-

[ Cassette Eject Lever [<EJECT] -14-

\ Cassette Holder

] Cassette Compartment Lock Button

[PUSH LOCK] -14-

^ Cassette Compartment Cover -14-

_ Mode Button [MODE] -32-

` Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR]

-14-, -20-, -32-

a Recording Start/Stop Button -20-

b Off/On Switch [OFF/ON] -14-, -20-, -46-

c Tripod Receptacle

OUsed for mounting the Camera Recorder on a

tripod.

CAMERA

VCR

MODE

OFF ON

Controls and Components

$ Remote Controller

Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied

with the Camera Recorder, most of the Camera

Recorder functions can be operated from a distance.

d Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] -41-

e Indication Output Button [OSD] -37-

f Counter Indication Shift Button [COUNTER]

-41-

g Reset Button [RESET] -52-

h Recording Button [REC] -39-, -40-

i Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -38-

j Cursor Buttons for Variable Speed Search

Function [V,B] -33-

Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Function

[V,B, N, M] -36-

k Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [E, D]

(E: reverse, D:forward) -33-

l Index Search Buttons [:,9]

(:: reverse, 9:forward) -35-

m Selection Button [SELECT] -36-

n Store Button [STORE] -36-

o Off/On Button [OFF/ON] -36-

p Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL]

-23-, -32-, -36-

q Variable Speed Search Button [VAR. SEARCH]

-33-

r Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] -36-

The following buttons function in the same manner as

the corresponding buttons on the Camera Recorder.

s Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -22-

t Rewind/Review Button [6] -20-, -33-

u Pause Button [;] -34-

v Stop Button [$] -32-

w Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP]

-20-

x Play Button [1] -32-

y Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] -32-

z Menu Button [MENU] -16-

{ Set Button [SET] -16-

| Item Button [ITEM] -16-

OSD

COUNTER

RESET TITLE

STILL ADV

PAUSE

STILL ADV

INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

VAR.

– VOL +

PB.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

STOP INDEX

MULTI/

P-IN-P

REC A.DUB

PLAY

/REW FF/

ZOOM

DATE/

TIME

PHOTO

SHOT

START/

STOP

OSD

COUNTER

RESET TITLE

STILL ADV

PAUSE

STILL ADV

INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

VAR.

– VOL +

PB.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

STOP INDEX

MULTI/

P-IN-P

REC A.DUB

PLAY

/REW FF/

ZOOM

DATE/

TIME

PHOTO

SHOT

START/

STOP

OSD

COUNTER

RESET TITLE

STILL ADV

PAUSE

STILL ADV

INDEX

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

VAR.

– VOL +

PB.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

STOP INDEX

MULTI/

P-IN-P

REC A.DUB

PLAY

/REW FF/

ZOOM

DATE/

TIME

PHOTO

SHOT

START/

STOP

{

The Remote Controller

$ Inserting a Button-type Battery

Before using the Remote Controller, insert the

supplied button-type battery.

While pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the

Battery Holder.

$ Using the Remote Controller

15˚

STILL ADV

PAUSE

STILL ADV

INDEX

SELECT

STOP INDEX

Direct the Remote Controller to the Remote

Control Sensor 3 of the Camera Recorder and

press an appropriate button.

ODistance from the Camera Recorder:

Within approximately 5 metres

OAngle:

Within approximately 15° in the vertical and

horizontal directions from the central axis

OThe above operative ranges are for indoor use.

Outdoors or under strong light, the Camera

Recorder may not operate properly even within the

above ranges.

OWithin a 1-metre range, you can also use the

Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor side of the

Camera Recorder.

Selecting Remote Controller Modes

When 2 Movie Cameras are used simultaneously,

they can be operated individually by selecting different

Remote Controller Modes.

OIf the Remote Controller Mode of the Camera

Recorder and that of the Remote Controller do not

match, [REMOTE] Indication is displayed.

Setup on the Camera Recorder:

Set [REMOTE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-

Menu to the desired Remote Controller Mode. (-16-)

Setup on the Remote Controller:

[VCR1]:

Press the [D] Button and [$] Button

simultaneously. 1

[VCR2]:

Press the [E] Button and [$] Button

simultaneously. 2

OWhen the battery in the Remote Controller is

replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1]

Mode.

Insert the button-type battery with the (+)

marking facing upward.

Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote

Controller.

OWhen the button-type battery is exhausted,

replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery

is normally expected to last about 1 year.

However, it depends on operation frequency.)

OMake sure to match the poles correctly when

inserting the battery.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent

type recommended by the equipment

manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to

manufacturer’s instructions.

WARNING

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge,

disassemble, heat above 60°C or incinerate. Keep

the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children.

Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If

swallowed call your doctor.

Power Supply

$ Using the AC Adaptor

DC IN 7.9V

Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor

and the AC mains socket.

Connect the DC Input Lead to the [DC IN]

Socket U on the Camera Recorder.

Connect the DC Input Lead to the AC Adaptor.

OBefore connecting or disconnecting the power

supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Camera

Recorder to [OFF] and make sure that

[CAMERA/VCR] Lamps is not lit.

$ Using the Battery

Before use, fully charge the Battery.

OFor other notes concerning this item, see -42-.

Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and

charge it.

OSince the Battery will not be charged when the

DC Input Lead is connected to the AC Adaptor,

disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.

OThe [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging

starts.

OWhen the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is

completed.

Attach the charged Battery to the Camera

Recorder.

PUSH

OFF ON

Disconnecting the Power Source

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch b to [OFF] and, disconnect

the DC Input Lead or remove the Battery.

OWhile pressing the [PUSH] Button S with your

index, remove the battery by pushing it up with your

thumb.

O Do not bring metal objects (such as

necklaces or hairpins) into contact with the

battery terminals. The terminals may short

circuit and generate heat, and touching them

in this condition may cause severe burns.

O The battery heats up during operation and during

charging, as does the camera recorder body.

O If recording and stop operations are repeated

more than is necessary, the recording time will

be less than the values given in the above table.

O Store the battery only when it is fully discharged.

It is recommended that the battery be charged

once a year when it is being stored long-term

and that it be placed back in storage after it has

been fully discharged using the camera recorder.

O When the temperature of the battery unit has

risen to an extremely high level or dropped to an

extremely low level or when the battery is not

used for prolonged periods of time has become

fully discharged, the “CHARGE” lamp flashes

several times, and charging commences

automatically.

O If the “CHARGE” lamp continues to flash even

though the battery temperature is normal, consult

your dealer as a problem may have developed

within the battery or AC adapter.

O When the battery is warm, it takes longer than

usual for the battery to be charged.

O When the AC adapter is used near a radio, the

radio sound may be distorted. Use the adapter

at a distance of at least one meter from the radio.

O Noise may be heard while the AC adapter is in

use; however, this is normal and not indicative of

any malfunctioning.

O The battery cannot be charged while supplying

power from the AC adapter to the camera

recorder.

CAUTION:

This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240V AC.

An AC plug adapter may be required for voltages

other than 120V/AC.

If a conversion plug is required, consult with your

dealer as to which one is to be purchased.

Charging Time and Available Recording Time

Battery supplied

ACharging Time

BMaximum Continuous Recording Time

CIntermittent Recording Time

(Intermittent Recording Time is the available recording

time with repeated recording and stopping actions.)

“1h10min.” indicates 1 hour and 10 minutes.

OThe times shown in the table are approximate

times. The numbers in parentheses indicate the

recording time when the LCD Monitor is used. In

actual use, the available recording time may be

shorter.

OThe times shown in the table are for continuous

recording at a temperature of 20°C and humidity of

60%. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower

temperature, the charging time may be longer.

Lens Cap and Grip Belt

$ Attach the Lens Cap

To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.

$ Adjust the Grip Belt

Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your

hand.

Detach the tip of the Grip Belt.

Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the

Shoulder Strap Holder on the Camera Recorder.

Adjust the length.

Reattach the Grip Belt.

2h.

3h30min. (2h55min.)

1h45min. (1h30min.)

CGP-D28

3h15min.

6h5min. (5h)

3h (2h30min.)

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap

before going out of doors to record so as to avoid

dropping the Camera Recorder.

Fold the tip of the Shoulder Strap, run it

through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster,

and pull it.

OPull it out more than 1.5 inch 1 from the

Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot

slip off.

Inserting a Cassette

Slide the [<EJECT] Lever [ to open the Cover.

EJECT

[

Insert a Cassette.

Close the Cover and press the [PUSH LOCK]

Button ] to lock the cover.

PUSH

LOCK

]

$ Accidental Erasure Prevention

Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1

on the cassette (by sliding it in the [SAVE] arrow

direction) prevents the tape from recording. To enable

recording, close the accidental erasure prevention

slider (by sliding it in the [REC] arrow direction).

Turning on the Camera Recorder and Selecting Modes

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch b to [ON].

OThe [CAMERA] Lamp ` lights up.

OFF ON

CAMERA

VCR

Press the [MODE] Button _.

OWith each press, the Mode changes.

OThe appropriate Mode Lamp lights up.

MODE

Turn on the power first and then select modes.

$ How to Turn on the Power

$ How to Switch Modes

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch b to [OFF].

OFF ON

$ How to Turn off the Power

OFor other notes concerning this item, see -42-.

R E C

SAVE

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor

Pull out the Viewfinder and tilt it up.

OThe angular part of the Viewfinder can be turned

upward by 80° and downward by 38°.

ODo not pull on the Eyecup to extend the

Viewfinder.

Adjust by sliding the Eyepiece Corrector Knob

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$ Using the Viewfinder

Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so

that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear

and easy to read.

Press the [PUSH OPEN] Button : and, at the

same time, bring the LCD Monitor ; out about

90° in the direction of the arrow.

OThe Viewfinder goes off.

;

Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the

desired recording angle.

OThe LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180°

1 from the vertical position to the upward

direction and a maximum of 90° 2 to the

downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD

Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the

Camera Recorder.

OWhen you open the LCD Monitor, be sure that

the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder cannot

touch.

Closing the LCD Monitor

Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.

180°

90°

$ Using the LCD Monitor

With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the

picture while watching it.

$ Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

When [LCD/EVF SET] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-

Menu is set to [YES], the following items are

displayed.

LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS]

It adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD

screen.

LCD Color Level [LCD COLOR LEVEL]

It adjusts the color saturation of the image on the

LCD screen.

Brightness of the Viewfinder [EVF BRIGHTNESS]

It adjusts the brightness of the image in the

Viewfinder.

To Adjust

Press the [PUSH] Dial and select the item to be

adjusted, and then turn the [PUSH] Dial to raise or

lower the number of vertical bars in the Bar Indication.

OA larger number of vertical bars indicates stronger

brightness or color saturation.

Increasing the Brightness of the Entire LCD

Monitor

Set the [LCD MODE] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-

Menu to [BRIGHT].

OThese adjustments do not affect the recorded

images.

OFor other notes concerning this item, see -49-.

LCD/EVF SET

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

LCD BRIGHTNESS

[-]||||----[+]

LCD COLOR LEVEL

[-]||||----[+]

EVF BRIGHTNESS

[-]||||----[+]

Using the Menu Screen

Press the [MENU] Button B.

OThe Menu corresponding to the Mode selected

by using the [MODE] Button _ is displayed.

Turn the [PUSH] Dial > to select a desired Sub-

Menu.

Press the [PUSH] Dial > to display the selected

Sub-Menu.

Turn the [PUSH] Dial > to select the item to be

set.

Press the [PUSH] Dial > to set the selected

item to a desired mode.

OWith each press of the [PUSH] Dial, the cursor

[1] moves to the next mode. Menu items that

cannot be used in combination with the selected

item are displayed in dark blue.

OTurn the [PUSH] Dial > to display the

highlightened item.

W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS

PUSH

VOL/JOG

MODE

To facilitate the selection of a desired function or

setup, this Camera Recorder displays various function

setups on Menus.

OWhile a Menu is displayed, you cannot record or

play back. Menus can be displayed during playback

but not during recording. The above operations can

be done using the [MENU] Button, [SET] Button

and [ITEM] Button on the Remote Controller. (-11-)

To Exit the Menu Screen

Press the [MENU] Button again.

About the Menu Mode Setting

The setting selected on the Menu will be retained

even when the Camera Recorder is turned off.

However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected

before turning off the Camera Recorder, the selected

setup may not be retained. (But, the setups of

[NEGA], [SEPIA], [MONO] or [SOLARI] (-29-) are not

retained.)

OMenu operation flow is shown in this text by >>.

[1. CAMERA SETUP]

Camera Setup Sub-Menu

[PROGRESSIVE]

Progressive Photoshot Mode -22-

[D.ZOOM]

Digital Zoom -23-

[CINEMA]

Cinema-like Format Recording -25-

[P.EFFECT]

Picture Effects -29-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

OIf you set [RETURN] to [YES], the menu changes

back to the Main-Menu.

[2. RECORDING SETUP]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode -18-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode -18-

[SCENEINDEX]

Scene Index Mode -35-

[WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction -25-

[ZOOM MIC]

Zoom Microphone -23-

[MIC LEVEL ADJ.]

Microphones Sensitivity Level -31-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

List of Menus

The figures of the Menus are for explanation purposes

only, and they are different from the actual Menus.

$ [CAMERA FUNCTIONS]

Camera Mode Main-Menu

CAMERA FUNCTIONS

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

1.CAMERA SETUP

2.RECORDING SETUP

3.DISPLAY SETUP

4.OTHER FUNCTIONS

List of Menus

[1. PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS]

Playback Functions Sub-Menu

[BLANK SEARCH]

Blank Search -34-

[SEARCH]

Index Search Mode -35-

[12bit AUDIO]

Audio Selector -38-

[AUDIO OUT]

Audio Output Mode -44-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

[2. DIGITAL EFFECT]

Playback Digital Effect Functions Sub-Menu

[EFFECT]

Digital Effect On/Off -36-

[EFFECT SELECT]

Digital Effect Selection -36-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

[3. RECORDING SETUP]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode -18-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode -18-

[AUDIO LEVEL]

Audio Level Setting -38-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

[4. AV IN/OUT SETUP]

Audio-Video Input/Output Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Socket -38-

[A.DUB INPUT]

Audio Dubbing Input -38-

[DV OUT]

Analog-Digital Conversion Output -45-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

[5. DISPLAY SETUP]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

OAll of the items on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-

Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY

SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS]

Main-Menu.

[6. OTHER FUNCTIONS]

Other Functions Sub-Menu

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -11-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting -18-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

$ [VCR FUNCTIONS]

VCR Mode Main-Menu

PUSH MENU TO EXIT

2.DIGITAL EFFECT

3.RECORDING SETUP

4.AV IN/OUT SETUP

5.DISPLAY SETUP

6.OTHER FUNCTIONS

1.PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

VCR FUNCTIONS

[3. DISPLAY SETUP]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -41-

[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode -41-

[C.RESET]

Counter Reset -52-

OIt resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot

reset the Time Code.

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -41-

[LCD MODE]

LCD Lighting Mode -15-

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -15-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

[4. OTHER FUNCTIONS]

Other Functions Sub-Menu

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -11-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp -20-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound -42-

[SHTR EFFECT]

Shutter Effect -22-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting -18-

[SELF REC]

Recording Yourself -21-

[RETURN]

Returning to the Main-Menu

Setting Date and Time

Set [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK SET] >>

[YES].

Press the [PUSH] Dial > to select [YEAR]/

[MONTH]/[DAY]/[HOUR]/[MINUTE] and turn to

set it to a desired value.

Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camera

Recorder with the power turned off and then

connect to the AC Mains socket.

OAfter charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium

battery can power the clock for approximately 3

months.

Press the [MENU] Button B to finish setting the

date and time.

OThe clock operation starts from [00] second.

OThe Menu will disappear when the [MENU]

Button is pressed again.

OYear will cycle in the order shown below.

2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...

OIf the built-in battery is weak, the Date/Time

Indication becomes [--]. In this case, charge the

built-in battery.

OThe clock employs the 12-hour system.

W.B/SHUTTER/IRIS

PUSH

VOL/JOG

Since the internal clock of the Camera Recorder has a

slight imprecision, make sure to check the time before

recording.

CLOCK SET

PUSH MENU TO RETURN

YEAR 2002

MONTH OCT

DAY 08

HOUR 10AM

MINUTE 30

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of

the clock. When the Date/Time Indication becomes [--],

the internal lithium battery is exhausted.

LP Mode

A desired recording speed can be selected with [REC

SPEED] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu.

If LP Mode is selected, the recording time

becomes 1.5 times longer than that of SP Mode.

Although the image quality does not decrease with the

LP Mode recording, mosaic-pattern noise may appear

on a playback image, or some normal functions may

be restricted.

OThe contents that are recorded in LP Mode are not

completely compatible with other equipment.

OAudio dubbing is not possible with LP Mode. (-38-)

Audio Recording Mode

The sound quality of the recorded sound can be

selected with [AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING

SETUP] Sub-Menu.

High sound-quality recording is possible with “16 bit

48 kHz 2 track” Mode. With the “12 bit 32 kHz 4 track”

Mode, the original sound can be recorded on 2 tracks

in stereo, while the other 2 tracks can be used for

Audio Dubbing.

--:--:--

--.--.----

Normal Recording.

OWhen walking while recording, keep both eyes

open so that you can see where you are going and

what is happening around you.

OPlace the Camera Recorder on your right shoulder

and hold it firmly with both hands.

OHold the Eyecup of the Viewfinder as close as

possible to your right eye.

OTake a firm stance with the legs slightly apart.

OFor stable images, it is recommended to use a

tripod (optional) whenever possible.

Holding the Camera Recorder for Recording

Low-Angle Recording.

Adjust the angle of the LCD Monitor according to the

position in which the Camera Recorder is held.

OIf the Camera Recorder is not held firmly in stable

position, the picture in the LCD Monitor cannot be

watched properly.

OFor easier long-angle recording, the Sub Recording

Start/Stop Button and the Sub Zoom Lever on the

front of the Camera Recorder can be used.

Recording from a high position.

For More Stable Pictures.

OStabilize the Camera Recorder by resting your

elbows on a table or other stable horizontal surface.

Recording

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch b to [ON].

OThe [CAMERA] Lamp ` lights up.

When recording with the [AUTO/MANUAL/PROG.AE]

Switch ? set to [AUTO], the Camera Recorder

automatically adjust the focus and white balance. In

some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically

and need to be adjusted manually. (-27-, -29-)

MANUAL

PROG. AE

AUTO

OFF ON

CAMERA

VCR

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button a (or

Sub Recording Start/Stop Button R).

ORecording starts.

OAfter the [RECORD] is displayed, it changes to

[REC].

RECORD

REC

PAUSE

$ Recording Lamp (Tally Lamp)

The Recording Lamp 2 lights up during recording and

alerts those being recorded that recording is in

progress.

OThe Recording Lamp does not light up if the [REC

LAMP] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu is

set to [OFF].

$ To Check the Recording

By pressing the Recording Check Button [ ] D

briefly in the Recording Pause Mode, you can play

back the last few seconds of the recorded scene.

OThe [CHK] Indication is displayed. After checking,

the Camera Recorder resumes the Recording

Pause Mode.

$ To View the Recorded Scene while the

Recording is Paused (Camera Search)

The recorded scene can be viewed by keep pressing

the [SEARCH –] Button D or [SEARCH +] Button G

in the Recording Pause Mode.

OWhen the [SEARCH –] Button is pressed, images

are played back in the reverse direction.

OWhen the [SEARCH +] Button is pressed, images

are played back in the forward direction.

$ To Pause the Recording

Press the Recording Start/Stop Button a (or R)

again.

The [PAUSE] Indication is displayed.

OIf the Recording Pause Mode continues for more

than 5 minutes, the power is turned off

automatically for tape protection and power

conservation. To resume recording from this

condition, turn off, then turn on the power again.

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