Panasonic NV-DS65 Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Digital Video Camera Operating Instructions NV-DS60EG Model No. NV-DS65EG NV-DS60 NV-DS65 Before use, please read these instructions completely. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com LSQT0679A...
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Page 2: Information For Your Safety
≥The illustrations used in these Operating The Movie Camera is considered as household appliance. The use of the Movie Camera with Car Instructions show model NV-DS65, however, parts Battery Charger, Car Adaptor Cord or AC Adaptor in of the explanation refer to different models. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Before Use VCR Mode Information for Your Safety........ 2 Playing Back ............ 30 Contents ............3 Finding a Scene You Want to Playback... 31 Standard Accessories........4 Slow Motion Playback ........31 Optional Accessories ......... 4 Still Playback/Still Advance Playback ....32 Getting Started........... -
Page 4: Standard Accessories
5) Lens Cap (l 11) 6) AV Cable (l 35, 36) VSK0581 A 7) Shoulder Strap (l 12) K2CR2DA00004 8) SD Memory Card (NV-DS65 only) (l 38) 9) USB Connection Kit (NV-DS65 only) (l 43) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CGR-D08R Optional Accessories 1) AC Adaptor (VW-AD9E) -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started Charge the Battery. ≥Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. ≥Connect the AC Mains Lead. (Charging starts.) ≥When the Charge Lamp [CHARGE] goes off, the Battery is fully charged. Attach the Charged Battery to the Movie Camera. Insert the Cassette. ≥Slide the Lever to open. -
Page 6: Controls And Components
..................... 6) LCD Monitor Open Tab [OPEN 4] (l 13) 7) 8) 9) 10) 7) Focus Button [FOCUS] (l 27) Recording Button [REC] (NV-DS65 only) (l 37) PLAY/MULTI REW/ FOCUS M-PLAY 8) Recording Check Button [S] (l 18) - Page 7 34) Digital Still Picture Terminal [TO PC] (NV-DS60 only) (l 37) USB Socket (NV-DS65 only) (l 43) 35) Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] (NV-DS65 only) (l 38) 36) Card Slot (NV-DS65 only) (l 38) 37) Button Type Battery Tray (l 17)
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Page 8: Remote Controller
Remote Controller Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Movie Camera, most of the Movie Camera functions can be operated from a distance. START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP Remote Controller Buttons TIME SHOT 1) Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] (l 45) COUNTER RESET ZOOM... - Page 9 ª Inserting a Button-type Battery Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button- type battery. While pressing the Stopper , pull out the Battery Holder. Insert the button-type battery with the imprint (i) facing upward. Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.
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Page 10: Power Supply
Power Supply ª Using the AC Adaptor Connect the DC Input Lead to the [DC/C.C. IN] Socket on the Movie Camera. Connect the DC Input Lead to the AC Adaptor. Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor and the AC mains socket. ≥The AC Mains Lead’s outlet plug cannot be pushed fully into the AC Adaptor socket. -
Page 11: Charging Time And Available Recording Time
Charging Time and Available Recording Time NV-DS60 NV-DS65 CGR-D08R CGR-D08S 2h10min. (1h25min.) 1h50min. (1h20min.) CGR-D120 1h5min. (45min.) 55min. (40min.) CGP-D14S 1h50min. 1h50min. CGP-D210 3h40min. (2h25min.) 3h10min. (2h15min.) 1h50min. (1h15min.) 1h35min. (1h10min.) CGR-D16S CGR-D220 4h20min. (2h55min.) 3h45min. (2h40min.) Charging Time 2h10min. (1h30min.) 1h55min. -
Page 12: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
≥For other notes concerning this item, see page 46. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Turning on the Movie Camera and Selecting Modes Set the [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] Switch to [CAMERA], [VCR] or [M-CARD]. ([M-CARD]: NV-DS65 only) ≥The [POWER] Lamp lights up. CAMERA: Camera Mode VCR: VCR Mode... -
Page 13: Using The Viewfinder/Lcd Monitor
Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor ª Using the Viewfinder Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the 12:30:45 12:30:45 12:30:45 displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. Pull out the Viewfinder and tilt it up. 15.10.2003 15.10.2003 15.10.2003... -
Page 14: Using The Menu Screen
≥Menu operation flow is shown in this text by >>. PUSH ª Image Selection in the Card Playback Mode (NV-DS65 only) (l 40) An Image Selection Operation may be necessary during Menu Operations. In this case, carry out the following procedure. -
Page 15: List Of Menus
24) Owner ID Set [OWNER ID SET] (l 57) LCD COLOUR [-]||||----[+] 25) Demonstration Mode [DEMO MODE] (l 57) EVF BRIGHTNESS [-]||||----[+] [PHOTO TITLE] Sub-Menu (NV-DS65 only) 26) Title In Setting [TITLE] (l 41) PRESS MENU TO RETURN 27) Title In Mode [MODE] (l 41) OTHER FUNCTIONS REMOTE... - Page 16 [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu. RETURN ---- YES PRESS MENU TO EXIT Card Playback Mode Menu [CARD SETUP] (NV-DS65 only) CARD SETUP 1) Indication Display [DISPLAY] (l 40) DISPLAY DCF NO. 2) DCF Number [DCF NO.] (l 40)
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Page 17: Setting Date And Time
Setting Date and Time Since the internal clock of the Movie Camera has a slight 1, 3 1, 2 imprecision, make sure to check the time before recording. Set [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK SET] >> PUSH [ON]. Press the [PUSH] Dial to select [YEAR]/[MONTH]/ [DAY]/[HOUR]/[MIN.] and turn to set it to a desired value. -
Page 18: Camera Mode
CAMERA Mode Recording AUTO When the [AUTO] Indication is displayed on the screen, the Movie Camera automatically adjust the focus and white balance. In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually. (l 25, 27) Set the [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] Switch to [CAMERA]. - Page 19 Press the [LIGHT] Button. ≥The Built-in Video Light lights and the Gain Up mode is set to on. (NV-DS65: In the Card Mode the Gain Up mode cannot be set.) ≥Gain Up mode will be brighter than when only the Video Light is on, however, ghost images will appear.
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Page 20: Photoshot
Photoshot This Movie Camera can take approximately 7 seconds still pictures containing sound. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the Recording PHOTO SHOT Pause Mode. ≥The Movie Camera records a still picture for about 7 seconds and then switches back to the Recording Pause Mode. -
Page 21: Zoom In/Out Functions
Zoom In/Out Functions VOLUME It gives special effects to the video by recording objects close by or with wide-angle shot. For wide-angle shots (zoom out): Push the [W/T] Zoom Lever towards [W]. For close-ups (zoom in): Push the [W/T] Zoom Lever towards [T]. To Take Close-up Shots of Small Subjects (Macro Close-up Function) When the zoom magnification is 1k, the Movie Camera can... -
Page 22: Image Stabilizer Function
Image Stabilizer Function If the Movie Camera might be shaken while recording, the camera shake in the image can be corrected. ≥If the Movie Camera shakes too much, this function may not be able to stabilize images. Press the [SIS] Button. ≥The [[] Indication appears. -
Page 23: Cinema Function
Cinema Function This function is for recording in a cinema-like wide screen. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] PUSH >> [CINEMA] >> [ON]. ≥Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen. To Cancel the Cinema Mode Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [CINEMA] >>... -
Page 24: Recording In Special Situations
Recording in Special Situations (Programme AE) You can select optimal automatic exposures under specific recording situations. PUSH Press the [AUTO/MANUAL] Button to display the [MNL] Indication. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [PROG.AE] >> a desired mode. ≥The Indication for the selected mode appears. [5] Sports Mode For recording scenes involving quick movements, such as sports scenes. -
Page 25: Recording In Natural Colours
Recording in Natural Colours (White Balance) 2, 3 Depending on the scene or light condition, the Automatic White PUSH Balance Adjustment Mode may not be able to bring out natural colours. (l 26, 56) In such a case, the white balance can be adjusted manually. -
Page 26: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment
Outside of the effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even 10 000K within the effective range of Automatic White Balance 9 000K Adjustment, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not 8 000K function properly if there is more than one light source. -
Page 27: Manual Iris Adjustment
Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too 2, 3 dark. PUSH Press the [AUTO/MANUAL] Button to display the [MNL] Indication. Press the [PUSH] Dial until the Iris Indication appears. Turn the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the iris. -
Page 28: Digital Effect Functions
Digital Effect Functions This Movie Camera is equipped with Digital Effect Functions that add special effects to the scene. PUSH Digital Effects [EFFECT] 1) Mirror Mode [MIRROR] ≥The right half of an image becomes a mirror image of the left half. 2) Strobe Mode [STROBE] ≥It records images with a stroboscopic effect. - Page 29 ª Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Wipe Mode: Like a curtain is being pulled, the still picture of the last recorded PUSH scene gradually changes to the moving image of a new scene. Mix Mode: While the moving image of a new scene fades in, the still image of the last recorded scene gradually fades out.
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Page 30: Vcr Mode
VCR Mode Playing Back The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording. POWER Set the [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] Switch to [VCR]. ≥The [POWER] Lamp lights up. M-CARD CAMERA Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape. VOLUME ≥Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback. -
Page 31: Finding A Scene You Want To Playback
Finding a Scene You Want to Playback ª Cue/Review Playback If the [5] Button or [6] Button is pressed during 1, 2 PUSH Playback, it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback ≥If the Button is held continuously, it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it. -
Page 32: Still Playback/Still Advance Playback
Still Playback/Still Advance Playback This Movie Camera is capable of still picture playback and frame-advance playback. START/ DATE/ PHOTO STOP TIME SHOT Press the [1] Button. COUNTER RESET ZOOM Press the [;] Button. ≥The playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode. ¥... -
Page 33: Index Search Functions
Index Search Functions To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Movie Camera automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following. Photoshot Index Signal PUSH These signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in Photoshot Mode. (l 20) Photoshot Index Signals are not recorded on still pictures recorded in Continuous Photoshot Mode. -
Page 34: Playback Digital Effect Functions
Playback Digital Effect Functions During playback, special digital effects can be added to the recorded pictures. Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1] The same effects as those of Digital Effects (Mirror Mode, Strobe Mode, Mosaic Mode, Slim Mode, Trailing Effect Mode, Stretch Mode), which are used during recording, are obtained. (l 28) 1) SEPIA 2) B/W... -
Page 35: Playing Back On Your Tv
Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Movie Camera with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. ≥Before connecting them, turn off the power of both the Movie Camera and TV. [VIDEO IN] [S-VIDEO IN] Connect the [A/V OUT] Socket of the Movie Camera and the Video and Audio Input Sockets of [AUDIO IN]... -
Page 36: Copying On An S-Vhs (Or A Vhs) Cassette
Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette (Dubbing) 2, 4, 5 After connecting the Movie Camera and the VCR as illustrated at left, start the following procedures. ≥Be sure to press the [OSD] Button (l 8) on the Remote Controller prior to copying so that no indications are visible. -
Page 37: Using The Dv Cable For Recording
DV Input/Output Terminal using a DV Cable VW-CD1E (optional) , dubbing can be done in the digital format. ≥Only the NV-DS65 can be used as a Recorder. [Player/Recorder Insert the Cassette and set to the VCR Mode. [Player Press the [1] Button to start playback. -
Page 38: Card Mode
CARD Mode Using a Card A Card can be used to record still pictures. ≥Use genuine card only. ≥When setting an M-CARD Mode, the DV Output will not function. ª Inserting a Card Before inserting a Card, be sure to turn off the Movie Camera. Open the Card Slot Cover. -
Page 39: Recording On A Card
Recording on a Card Still pictures can be recorded on a Card from the Movie Camera PICTURE lens as well as from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette. ≥Card Photoshot cannot be used when a DV Cable is connected. -
Page 40: Playing Back A Card
Playing Back a Card It plays back images recorded on a Card. Set the [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] Switch to PUSH [M-CARD]. Press the [M-PLAY] Button. ≥The still pictures recorded on the Card are displayed in Multi-Picture Mode. File Number (If the colour of File Number is white, the picture size is [640k480], if green, the picture size is [320k240].) Turn the [PUSH] Dial and select a desired picture. -
Page 41: Recording With A Photo Title
Recording with a Photo Title Card Images can be recorded as the Photo Title in CAMERA Mode. 1, 2, 3, 4 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [PHOTO TITLE] >> [MODE] >> [WIPE] or [MIX]. PUSH Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [PHOTO TITLE] >> [TITLE] >>... -
Page 42: Deleting The Pictures Recorded On A Card
Deleting the Pictures Recorded on a Card 2, 3, 4, 5 2, 3, Using the Movie Camera, you can delete the still pictures recorded on a Card. After the picture is deleted, it cannot be 2 , 3 restored. To Select and Delete a Picture PUSH Press the [M-DEL] Button in the card playback mode. -
Page 43: Writing Printing Data On A Card
PRESS STOP TO EXIT ≥For other notes concerning this item, see page 49. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Using the USB Connection Kit (NV-DS65 only) Using the USB Connection Kit, you can import still pictures into your personal computer. Install the supplied USB driver. -
Page 44: Others
Low Light Mode (Programme AE) (l 24) Others Ω: Spotlight Mode (Programme AE) (l 24) Indications º: Surf & Snow Mode (Programme AE) (l 24) Various functions and the Movie Camera status REC: Recording (l 18) are shown on the screen. ≥Some Indications may not be displayed PAUSE: Recording Pause (l 18) -
Page 45: Warning/Alarm Indications
Warning/Alarm Indications WEBCAM: PC connection mode (in Camera mode or VCR mode) If any one of the following indications lights up or STORAGE: PC connection mode flashes, please check the condition of the Movie (in Card playback mode) Camera. Remaining Number of Card ≥Some Indications may not be displayed Photoshot pictures (l 39) according to the model. -
Page 46: Notes And Hints
≥When the battery in the Remote Controller is COPY INHIBITED: Because the medium is protected replaced, the mode is automatically reset to by a copy guard, images cannot be [VCR1] Mode. ª Concerning the Power Supply recorded correctly. CAN NOT CHANGE MODE: ≥When the Movie Camera is used for a long time, The Mode of the Movie Camera can the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not... - Page 47 ª Colour Night View Function ≥Using the Colour Night View at the same time will make conditions even brighter. ≥In a bright place, such as the outdoors, the ≥The Video Light enables to lighten simply the recorded picture may become whitish. ≥The recorded picture is presented in a images taken in a dimly-lit place.
- Page 48 ª White Balance ≥The Sports Mode [5], the Portrait Mode [7] and Low Light Mode [4] are cancelled. ≥You cannot change White Balance if you set Wipe Mode and Mix Mode [EFFECT] of [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu on If either one of the following operations is carried the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu to out, stored images will be erased, and Wipe and [GAIN UP] and Colour Night View Function.
- Page 49 ≥Even if Playback Digital Zoom Functions are ≥The sound cannot be recorded. ≥The Shutter Effect cannot be used. being used, images that are output from the DV ≥Pictures with wide-screen format signals cannot Terminal (l 7) or Digital Still Picture Terminal be copied.
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Page 50: Cautions For Use
Movie Camera after Switch to [OFF]. editing the recorded data or changing the image Take out the Card. (NV-DS65 only) data on a personal computer. Detach the power supply and retract ≥The image data files recorded on the Card with... - Page 51 ª About AC Adaptor Do not use this Movie Camera for surveillance purpose or other business use. ≥If the temperature of the Battery is extremely ≥If you use the Movie Camera for a long period of high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp may time, the internal temperature increases and, continue flashing, and the Battery may not be consequently, this may cause malfunction.
- Page 52 Watch for Condensation even before the Notes: ≥Do not rewind every time you use the Head Condensation Indication is displayed. ≥Because condensation takes place gradually, Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches the the Condensation Indication may not be end, and then use it again from the beginning in displayed during the first 10 to 15 minutes of the same manner as before.
- Page 53 Store all the components in a dry place with a images and sounds. relatively stable temperature. Card (NV-DS65 only) (Recommended Temperature: 15 to 25oC, ≥After usage, store the supplied SD memory card Recommended Humidity: 40 to 60%) in the enclosed bag.
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Page 54: Before Requesting Repair (Problems And Solutions)
Viewfinder Battery ≥Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun. Battery runs down quickly. 1-1: Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with Internal components may be seriously damaged. ≥When the Movie Camera is used with a large the AC Adaptor. -
Page 55: Explanation Of Terms
[1] Button is pressed. Variable Speed Search Function. (l 31) Is the [VCR/OFF/CAMERA/M-CARD] Switch Card (NV-DS65 only) set to [VCR]? If it is set to the other position, Card Photoshot Playback images do not the playback function cannot be used. (l 30) look normal. - Page 56 ª White Balance Adjustment Compatibility with Output Signals Because AV signal output from the AV signal Depending on the type of light source, the colours output socket is analog (the same as conventional recorded by the Movie Camera may be affected. video systems), this Movie Camera can be In some cases, images may be recorded with connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a TV for...
- Page 57 ª Memory Stop Function ª Owner ID The Memory Stop Function is useful for the You can register your name and address in your following operations. Movie Camera to identify the owner. Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> desired position [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >>...
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Page 58: Specifications
Operating 3.0 W (When using Viewfinder) Temperature: 0oCj40oC 4.4 W (When using LCD Operating Humidity: 10%j80% Monitor) Card Memory Functions (NV-DS65 only) Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Recording Media: MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Video SD Format) Card Tape Used: 6.35 mm digital video tape... -
Page 59: Index
Index ª A Menu Screen ............ 14 Microphone ............21 AC Adaptor ..........10, 51 Mirror Mode ............28 Audio Dubbing ..........35 Mix Mode ............28 Auto Focus ............56 Mosaic Mode ............ 28 Automatic White Balance Adjustment ....56 ª...