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GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 1 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital
video camera. Before use, please
read the safety information and
precautions contained in the pages
3 – 4 and 10 to ensure safe use of
this product.
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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA
GETTING STARTED 6
GR-DF573
VIDEO RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 19
GR-DF473
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA
(D.S.C.) RECORDING &
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 2 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM 2 EN Major Features of this Camcorder Wipe/Fader Effects Backlight Compensation You can use the Wipe/Fader Effects to make Simply pressing the BACK LIGHT button pro-style scene transitions. ( pg. 48) brightens the image darkened by backlight. ( pg. 46) Fade in ● You can also select a spot metering area so that more precise exposure compensation is available. ( pg. 46, Spot Exposure Control) Fade out Program A
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 3 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM EN 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Caution on Replaceable lithium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C RAIN OR MOISTURE. or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita CAUTIONS: Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. ● If you noti
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 4 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM 4 EN Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user. When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding the camcorder by
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MasterPage: TOC_Heading0_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 5 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM CONTENTS EN 5 ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR D.S.C. .................... 32 GETTING STARTED 6 E-Mail Clip Recording..................................... 32 Index................................................................. 6 Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Provided Accessories ..................................... 11 Memory Card.............................................. 33 Power...........
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 6 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED 6 EN Index Z a S K b c d 1C B L D J E 9 F 8 G eMN OT f U V W X ghij PQ Y R k l m no
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 7 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED EN 7 Controls Connectors A Menu Button [MENU] ( pg. 37) The connectors are located beneath the covers. Data Battery Button [BATT. DATA] ( pg. 14) S S-Video Input/Output Connector [S] B E-Mail Clip Recording Button [E-MAIL] ( pg. 23, 52) ( pg. 32) T Microphone connector [MIC] ( pg. 38, 55) Index Button [INDEX] U USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector ( pg. 31) ( pg. 54) C D.S.C. Playback Se
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 8 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED 8 EN During D.S.C. Recording Only LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications 34 5 6 During Video Recording Only 13 24567 1024 INTERVAL 15 1h40m 7 REC 8 t 9 a Image Size: 1600 (1600 x 1200)*, 1152 0 (1152 x 864)*, 1024 (1024 x 768) or 640 (640x480) ( pg. 41) * GR-DF573 only q B : Interval Shooting Icon ( pg. 28) r SOUND 12BIT : Focus Icon ( pg. 28) 15:55 C Shooting Icon ( pg. 28)
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 9 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED EN 9 During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording During Video Playback 1 8 9 2 345 6 12BI T / M I X 1 L 15 x W T 2 O 0 MIC 3 BLANK SEARCH 4 PUSH "STOP" BUTTON 5 q TO CANCEL 6 50m 50m 7 BRIGHT L VOLUME w 7 q R 1 0 . 11 . 05 10 . 11 . 05 20 : 21 : 25 10: 0 0 10: 00 0 9 8 r e a Sound Mode Indicator ( pg. 41) a Operation Mode ( pg. 15) B Blank Se
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 10 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED 10 EN Use SP (Standard) mode for important video During D.S.C. Playback recordings. LP (Long Play) mode lets you record 50% more 1 2 video than SP (Standard) mode, but you may experience mosaic-like noise during playback 100-0013 depending on the tape characteristics and the usage environment. 50m BR I GHT So, for important recordings, we recommend using SP mode. It is recommended that you use
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 11 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED EN 11 NOTES: Provided Accessories ● In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter should be OR connected to the camcorder. ● Make sure to use the provided cables for connections. Do not use any other cables. How To Attach The Lens Cap To prot
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 12 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED 12 EN How To Attach The Shoulder Strap How To Use The Audio Extension Cable Follow the illustration. When using an optional external microphone, connect to the provided Audio extension cable 1 Thread the strap through the eyelet. (with a core filter attached), then connect the 2 Fold it back and thread it through the strap Audio extension cable to the camcorder. The guide and the buckle. core fil
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 13 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED EN 13 How To Attach The Core Filter Power Attach the core filters to the cables. The core This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system filter reduces interference. lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units 1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the with other equipment. core filter. Charging The Battery Pack BATT. RELEASE Open the Stopper c
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 14 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED 14 EN To detach the battery pack Using The Battery Pack Slide the battery pack to the left while pressing Perform steps 2 – 3 in “Charging The Battery BATT. RELEASE to detach it. Pack”. Battery pack Charging time Maximum continuous recording time BN-VF707U* Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Battery pack LCD monitor on Viewfinder on BN-VF714U Approx. 2 hr. 40 min. BN-VF707U* 1hr. 5min. 1 hr. 25 min. BN-VF733U Ap
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 15 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED EN 15 Using AC Power M (Manual Recording): Allows you to set various recording functions Perform steps 4 – 5 in “Charging The Battery using the Menus. ( pg. 37) Pack”. If you want more creative capabilities than Full NOTE: Auto Recording, try this mode. The provided AC Adapter features automatic OFF: voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V to Allows you to switch off the camcorder. 2
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 16 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED 16 EN Language Settings Grip Adjustment The language on the display can be changed. 1 Adjust the velcro strip. ( pg. 37, 40, 42) 2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp 1 Set the Power Switch to “M” while pressing the grip. down the Lock Button located on the switch. 3 Adjust your thumb and 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. ( pg. 19) fingers through the grip to 3 Press MENU. The Menu Scr
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MasterPage: Start_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 17 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED EN 17 Brightness Adjustment Of The Loading/Unloading A Cassette Display The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a cassette. 1 Set the Power Switch MENU Cassette holder cover to “M” or “PLAY” while pressing down the Lock PUSH HERE Button located on the OPEN/EJECT switch. Erase 2 Open the LCD monitor protection tab fully. ( pg. 19) ● To adjust the brightness of the viewfi
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 18 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM GETTING STARTED 18 EN NOTES: NOTES: ● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder ● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible does not open, close the cassette holder cover with this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory and try again. If the cassette holder still does not card, consult its manufacturer or dealer. open, turn the camcorder off then on again. ● Before using a new memory card, it is necessa
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VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK MasterPage: Video_Heading0_Right GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 19 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM VIDEO RECORDING EN 19 NOTES: Basic Recording ● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the camcorder’s power shuts off NOTE: automatically. To turn the camcorder on again, Before continuing, perform the procedures listed push back and pull out the viewfinder again or below: close and re-open the LCD monitor. ● Power ( pg. 13) ● When a blank portion is left
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MasterPage: Left GR-DF573_473ASIA.book Page 20 Monday, June 13, 2005 5:38 PM VIDEO RECORDING 20 EN ● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm to the NOTES: subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Lever is ● The image will not appear simultaneously on the set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in LCD monitor and the viewfinder. When the MANUAL Menu on page 39. viewfinder is pulled out while the LCD monitor is ● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom opened, you can sele
