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1. 73 Camcorder Accessory Order Form 74 Request for Service Notice whe Limited Warranty remet Customer Services Directory 78 Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a Para Uso R pido sssssse 79 GU A r pida iiie eiit meats 80 herr cce ES 82 Before Use Quick Guide 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it Before use fully charge the Battery Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor disconnect it from the AC Adaptor The POWER Lamp and CHARGE Lamp light up and charging starts When the CHARGE Lamp goes off charging is completed 2 Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder B Inserting a Cassette 1 Slide the OPEN EJECT Lever Q toward the front and pull down to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover To protect the tape if the cover is not fully opened the cassette cannot be ejected 2 Insert a Cassette 3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the PUSH mark 4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover by o 5 Ras Oos A E Inserting a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 1 Place your Thumb on the OPEN Y Q Knob and pull the LCD Monitor out in the direction of the arrow SSK Go 2 Slide the OPEN Lever to open the Card Slot Cover 3 While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing r
2. 14 POWERSUPDIY curacion pudo 15 Charging Time and Available Recording Time 16 How to remove the Sensor tag 16 The Gip Belt tasa iaa mila Re attaching the Lens Cap sees Attaching the Shoulder Strap 17 Inserting a Cassette siooni isinsin 17 Using a Memory Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 18 Turning on the Camcoorder 18 Easy to Use Mode Dial m Using the Viewfinder LCD Monitor 19 Using the Menu Screen nes 19 List of Menus RIEN Setting Date and Time nnne 23 Internal Lithium Battery Recharge 23 LP Mode Audio Recording Mode esssss 23 Recording Mode About Recorditig ccn conr e nier La vhs 24 Recording on a Tape tet n 24 Recording a Still Picture on a Tape PVEGSOS Only a eene coeno ti tn e e anes 25 Recording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 25 Recording Yourself ert rente tenes 26 Recording with the Built in LED Video Light For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 26 Quick Start tet net ts Self timer Recording Zoom In Out Functions m Digital Zoom Function sessesss Image Stabilizer Function 28 Fade In Out Functions m Backlight Compensation Function 29 MagicPix F U
3. 7 E REW PLAY _FF 19 1 LI ISTILLADV PASE STILL ADVIL J G gt INDEX STOP INDEX PB8Zzoom 8 70 EZ gt gt 2 fecreent so 45 Editing Mode Recorder 3 While pressing the e REC Button 64 press the PLAY Button on the Remote Control Or while pressing the REC Button 7 press the BACK LIGHT Button on the Camcorder Recording starts To Stop Dubbing Press the 11 Button or the I Button 70 CAUTION Unauthorized exchanging and or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement For other notes concerning this item see page 65 PC Connection With DV Interface Cable A video clip can be transferred directly to your PC Personal Computer via a DV Interface Cable Optional using products and software from a number of video editing software companies Using products from video editing software companies allows you to capture and edit video clips using the DV Interface Our DVC being OHCI compliant should have no problem working with any OHCI compliant Firewire Card video Editing software package Personal Computer must be equipped with an DV Terminal During Camcorder playback do not disconnect the DV Interface Cable or turn the Camcorder off as this may cause a PC hang up error 1394 i LINK Interface must conform to OHCI Open Host Controller Interface Spec
4. 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 12 13 14 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 he 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 o insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician o 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 ype 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 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 th
5. The Setup Menu Screen appears PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 2 Set CAMERA or PLAYBACK gt gt USB FUNCTION gt gt DV STUDIO 3 Click DV STUDIO 4 Click Next The lnea Wid wl Fatal DV Std on eur Garou Tooontus cick Nert After reading the displayed contents please carry out the installation according to instructions For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC 4 Select Start gt gt All Programs Programs gt gt Panasonic gt gt DV Studio3 gt gt DV Studio3 If a short cut icon has been created on the desktop during installation it is also possible to start by double clicking on the icon For other information about DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Software please refer to Help Using the ArcSoft Software PV GS15 Supplied There are 2 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package PhotoBase 4 Windows PhotoBase 2 Mac Create albums of image video audio and other electronic files for easy viewing retrieval and management O Photolmpression 4 Windows Mac Easy to use photo editing program to edit enhance retouch or add special effects to any image Also offers creative solutions for making greeting cards and calendars E Operating environment For Windows OS IBM PC AT compatible personal computer
6. 1 Gire el dial de modo a modo de reproducci n de foto 2 Comience la reproducci n gt Comienzo de una presentaci n gt gt Reproducci n de la foto siguiente lt 44 Reproducci n de la foto anterior a Parada de la presentaci n II Pausa en la presentacion 81 Index A AC Adaptor unirnos ArcSoft Software Audio Dubbing AUTO FOCUS n ree nne B Backlighl n ree 29 Black amp White Mode teens 33 Blank Search Built in LED Video Light 26 C Camcorder Accessory Order Form 74 Camcorder Accessory System 73 Charging the Battery 0 0 sasirnane 15 Cinema Mode rrr rtr rrr onto 29 CondensatiOn esce ree rtr n perro notado 66 Cue Playback sess 35 Customer Services Directory 78 D Date Time Indication nene 60 Date Time Setting Digital EITeCIS iia o eet een eer Digital Still PiGtUTE rosinot eee eee Digital Zoom DROP Setting iran hatos DUBLIN nr cce eoi tai ha dat DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Optional Software 53 E Erasure Prevention Slider 17 F A certe erinnerte es 28 Formatting a Card ent 42 F N ttiDet cerent netiis 32 Others H LCD Monitor y te Limited Warranty eeseseeene 76 Lock Setting 41 Low Eight Modessa rr herir r
7. Because the focus is on the dirty glass the subject behind the glass will not be focused 3 Recording a subject in dark surroundings Because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably the Camcorder cannot focus correctly 4 Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects Because the Camcorder focuses on the objects with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects the subject may become blurry 5 Recording a fast moving subject Because the focus lens inside moves mechanically it cannot keep up with the fast moving subject 6 Recording a subject with little contrast Because the Camcorder achieves focus based upon the vertical lines of an image a subject with little contrast such as a white wall may become blurry E Time Code Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours minutes seconds and frames 30 frames per second If this data is included in a recording an address is assigned to each image on the tape The Time Code is automatically recorded as a part of the sub code at each recording When a new previously unrecorded Cassette is inserted the Time Code automatically starts from zero If a recorded Cassette is inserted the Time Code picks up from the point where the last scene was recorded In this case when the Cassette is inserted the zero display OhO0m00s00f may appear
8. If you keep pressing the gt gt Button or lt lt Button the speed of adjusting becomes faster To Resume Automatic Adjustment Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO or FOCUS For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode Digital Effect Functions This Camcorder is equipped with Digital Effect Functions that add special effects to the scene Digital Effects 1 EFFECT1 1 MULTI Bao T 2 P IN P 3 WIPE 5 STROBE 7T MOSAIC 8 MIRROR 9 STRETCH oa i 0 A We 10 SLIM 1 Multi Mode MULTI 2 Picture In Picture Mode P IN P 3 Wipe Mode WIPE 4 Mix Mode MIX 5 Strobe Mode STROBE Records images with a stroboscopic effect 6 Trailing Effect Mode TRAIL Records images with a trailing effect 7 Mosaic Mode MOSAIC Produces a mosaic like image 8 Mirror Mode MIRROR The right half of an image becomes a mirror image of the left half 9 Stretch Mode STRETCH The picture is expanded horizontally 10 Slim Mode SLIM The picture is expanded vertically Digital Effects 2 EFFECT2 11 NEGA 12 SEPIA v neg 13 BAW 14 11 Negative Mode NEGA The colors of the recorded image are inverted as seen in a negative 12 Sepia Mode SEPIA t records a scene with a brownish tint like the color of old pictures 13 Black amp White Mode B W It records a
9. 2 4 Indoor Mode recording under incandescent lamp 4s To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the p gt Button or Button until the AWB Indication appears Or set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO Do not cover the White Balance Sensor with your Adjusting White Balance Manually hand during recording because White Balance will not function normally White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so that white will appear pure white The 10 000K 2 Camcorder determines the hue of light that comes 3 000K through the Lens and White Balance Sensor thereby L 0K DES judging the recording condition and selects the closest 2 000K 4 hue setting This function is called Automatic White 6 000K er 5 Balance Adjustment k Les For light outside the functional Auto White Balance Adjustment range use the Manual White Balance 4 000K Adjustment Mode 3 000K n H 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL 4 zt 2 000k 9 ek mI Roi Z7 10 The MNL Indication appears 1 000K 2 Press the ENTER Button 15 Outside of the effective range of Automatic White S Balance Adjustment the image will become reddish or bluish Even within the effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment the Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light sour
10. Multi Picture Picture in Picture Button MULTI P IN P pp 33 34 Rewind Review Button lt q p 35 Pause Button 11 pp 36 44 45 Stop Button I pp 37 45 Recording Start Stop Button START STOP p 24 Play Button gt pp 36 45 Fast Forward Cue Button PP p 35 Playback Zoom Button P B ZOOM p 37 Enter Button ENTER p 20 5 E Bj 8888 N A A E away The Remote Control PV GS15 Only E inserting the Button type Battery Before using the Remote Control insert the supplied button type battery 1 While pressing the Lock Button pull out the Battery Holder Then remove the button type battery SZ 2 Insert the button type battery with the marking facing upward AD NOS 3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Control Before Use When 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 Make sure to match the poles correctly when inserting the button type battery A WARNING eReplace Battery with Panasonic or Lixing type CR2025 only Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion eBattery may explode if mistreated eAs with any small object this type of Battery can be swallowed by young children Do not allow children to handle this Battery A CAUTION eDispose of used battery promptly e
11. P BDIGITAL The center of the image is enlarged by approximately 2 times 37 Playback Mode To Change the Zoom Magnification 2 Change the magnification by pressing the W Button or T Button on the Remote Control DISPLAY RESET TITLE MULTI P IN P REC ADUB Of 3 REW PLAY FF amp ETT TT STILLADV PAUSE STILL ADV To Change the Enlarging Area of an Image 3 Press the Arrow Button A 4 gt V on the Remote Control that points to the area you want to enlarge To Cancel the Playback Zoom Function Press the P B ZOOM Button on the Remote Control For other notes concerning this item see page 64 Playback Digital Effect Functions During playback special digital effects can be added to the recorded pictures The same effects as those of Digital Effects 1 and 2 which are used during recording are obtained 1 Press the gt Button 72 nd STILLADV PAUSE S Ca w 2 Press the SELECT Button on the Remote Control to select a desired digital effect l lb B DIGITAL When the SELECT Button is pressed repeatedly the digital effect selection changes The same setting can be done using EFFECT SEL Sub Menu on the TAPE PLAYBACK MENU To suspend Playback Digital Effect Temporarily Press the OFF ON Button to suspend or restart the digital effect When the digital effect is paused temporarily the selected effe
12. W x 112 D mm Approx 3 3 8 H x 2 3 4 W x 4 3 8 D inch Weight Approx 0 40 kg 0 88 Ibs PV GS9 PV GS12 Approx 0 41 kg 0 90 Ibs PV GS14 PV GS15 without Battery and DV cassette Operating Temperature 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Operating Humidity 10 80 96 Card Memory Functions For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Recording Media MultiMediaCard 4 MB 8 MB 16 MB SD Memory Card 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB Still picture recording file format JPEG Design rule for Camera File system based on Exif 2 2 standard DPOF corresponding Still Image Size 640 X 480 pixels VGA WEB Camera Compression Motion JPEG Image Size 320 X 240 pixels QVGA AC Adaptor Information for your safety Power Source 110 120 220 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Power Consumption 18 W DC Output DC 7 8 V 1 4 A Camcorder Operation DC 8 4 V 1 2A Battery Charging Dimensions 70 W X 45 H X 115 D mm 2 3 4 W X 1 3 4 H X 4 1 2 D inch Weight Approx 0 16 kg 0 35 Ibs Weight and dimensions are approximate values Specifications may change without prior notice For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Camcorder Accessory System Accessory PV DAC11A Others Description AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable 119 95 CGR D08A 1B 800 mAh 1 h 30 min Battery Pack 69 95
13. but the Time Code starts from the previous value The Time Code cannot be reset to zero Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded from the beginning of a tape accurate editing may not be possible To ensure that the Time Code will be recorded with no breaks we recommend the use of the Blank Search Function p 24 before recording a new scene E Memory Stop Function The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations Rewinding or fast forwarding a tape to a desired position 1 Set DISPLAY C DISPLAY MEMORY 2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape position from which you want to play it back later pp 14 21 3 Start playback or recording 4 After playback or recording has finished Set the Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode The POWER Lamp lights up 5 Rewind the tape The tape automatically stops approximately at the position where the counter was set to zero Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing 1 Set DISPLAY C DISPLAY MEMORY 2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the position where you want to stop editing 3 Play back the still picture where you want to start audio dubbing 4 Start audio dubbing p 44 Audio dubbing automatically stops at the position where the counter was set to zero 71 Others CA A AAA AAA Specifications Digital Camcorder Information for your safety Power Source DC 7 2 7 8 V Power Consumptio
14. p 71 Audio Dubbing is terminated automatically when the tape reaches this position In the case of importing data recorded with Audio Dubbing to a PC using the PC s software only the original sound ST1 may be imported depending on the software E Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Regardless of the setting digital dubbing is carried out automatically in the same audio recording mode as that of the playback Cassette The images on the recorded monitor may be disturbed but it does not affect the recorded images Even if Playback Digital Effects Playback Zoom or Playback Title In have been used these effects are not output from the DV terminal Even if you use a device equipped with DV Terminals you may not be able to perform Digital Dubbing in some cases Date or other information to be displayed cannot be displayed if the software of the connected equipment does not support the display function Cautions for Use B After Use 1 Take out the Cassette p 17 2 Set the OFF ON Switch to OFF 3 Take out the Card p 18 4 Detach the power supply and retract the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor pp 15 16 19 5 To protect the Lens attach the supplied Lens Cap 65 Others EA A A AAA Cautions for Use When you use your Camcorder on a rainy or snowy day or on a beach make sure that no water enters the Camcorder Water may cause the Camcorder or Cassette to malfunction Irr
15. CGR D16A 1B 1 600 mAh 3 h Battery Pack 99 95 CGP D28A 1B 2 800 mAh 5 h Battery Pack 129 95 CGR D53A 1K 5 300 mAh 9 h Battery Pack 229 95 DV Interface Cable i LINK 4 pin to 4 pin 55 00 LSSQ0411 IR Remote Control Call For Pricing RP SD64BPPA RP SD32BPPA RP SD16BPPA 64 MB SD Memory Card 32 MB SD Memory Card 16 MB SD Memory Card Call For Pricing BN SDCAPE 1B BN SDABPE AB USB Reader Writer for SD Memory Card compatible with MultiMediaCard SD PCMCIA Adaptor compatible with MultiMediaCard 79 95 79 95 LSFT0577 DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Call For Pricing K1HA05CD0005 USB Cable Call For Pricing Carrying Case 49 95 Carrying Case Please refer to page 74 when placing an order Call For Pricing 73 Others Camcorder Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order 1 Camcorder Model 2 Items Ordered Accessory Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State amp Local Sales Tax Shipping amp Handling Total Enclosed 3 Method of payment check one Check of Money Order enclosed NO C O D SHIPMENTS VISA Credit Card MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to PANASONIC ACCESSORIES Please do not send cash 4 Shipping in
16. Indication is displayed in the picture set p 60 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 and press the MENU Button when the setup is completed To Verify DPOF Setting Select VERIFY in Step 2 The pictures for which 1 or more print is set in DPOF are played back continuously For other notes concerning this item see page 65 Protecting the Files on a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Lock Setting Precious files recorded on a Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure Even if files are locked the files will be deleted if the Card is formatted 1 Set PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU EDITING FILE LOCK YES D ENTER 2 Select the file to be locked and press the ENTER Button 15 The selected file is locked and the O Indication appears Repeat this procedure to lock 2 or more files Press the ENTER Button again to cancel The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch p 65 For other notes concerning this item see page 65 MENU SEIT 41 Playback Mode Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Using the Camcorder you can delete the files recorded on a Card After the file is deleted it cannot be restored To Select and Delete Files or Titles 1 Set PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU gt gt DELETE gt gt FILE BY SEL gt gt YES To erase a title in PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU select TITLE BY SEL 2 Select the file you wish
17. Licensee agrees not to export or re export to any country the Software in any form without the appropriate export licenses under regulations of the country where Licensee resides if necessary Article 8 Termination of License The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be automatically terminated if Licensee violates any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement Upon such automatic termination Licensee must destroy the Software and related documentation together with all the copies thereof at Licensee s own expense For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 and PV GS15 The PV GS15 is the model used for illustrative purposes Features may vary so please read carefully Differences between models Model Number Battery Pack Supplied CGR D08R 800 mAh PV GS12 CGR D08R 800 mAh PV GS14 CGR D08R 800 mAh PV GS15 CGR D14 1 350 mAh Memory Card Optional Optional Supplied RP SD008MMKO CD ROM Optional Software Optional Software Optional Software Supplied LSFT0575 Remote Control Optional Optional Optional Supplied LSSQ0411 USB Cable Optional Optional Optional Supplied K1HA05CD0005 Lens f2 1 42 mm F1 8 3 1 35 mm equivalent 39 5 790 mm 20x zoom lens
18. Menus are for explanation purposes only and they are different from the actual Menus i TAPE RECORDING MENU Tape Recording Menu PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 MTAPE RECORDI Dj PV GS9 MIS DD NEXT MENU EXIT MIS DI gt NEXT MENU EXIT 1 CAMERA Camera Setup Sub Menu PROG AE Auto Exposure Mode p 30 EIS Image Stabilizer p 28 D ZOOM Digital Zoom p 27 SHTR EFFECT PV GS9 Only Shutter effect p 25 SELF TIMER Self timer Recording p 27 USB FUNCTION USB Functions Mode pp 51 54 If you press the lt 4 Button the menu changes back to the previous screen 2 DIGITAL Digital Setup Sub Menu EFFECT1 Digital Effects 1 p 33 EFFECT2 Digital Effects 2 p 33 MULTI MODE Multi Picture Mode p 33 TITLE IN For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Adding a Title p 40 3 CARD For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Card Setup Sub Menu PICT QUALITY Picture Quality p 25 CREATE TITLE Title Creation p 40 4 RECORDING Recording Setup Sub Menu REC SPEED Recording Speed Mode p 23 AUDIO REC Audio Recording Mode p 23 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use SCENE INDEX Scene Index Mode p 37 WIND CUT Wind Noise Reduction p 29 ZOOM MIC Zoom Microphone p 27 CINEMA Cinema like Format Recording p 29 5 DISPLAY Displ
19. Perform the DPOF Settings with your Camcorder Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little time Wait until the Card Access Lamp goes out E Lock Setting The Lock Setting carried out by this Camcorder is only effective for this Camcorder The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it If the switch is moved to the LOCK side you cannot write to or format the Card If it is moved back you can Bi Playing Back on Your TV Depending on your TV nothing may be shown even if you correctly connect the Camcorder with your TV In this case set AV JACK on the INITIAL Sub Menu to OUT Picture size may be displayed differently when playing back a Cinema picture on a wide screen TV with Playback Digital Effect E Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape When recording the Card Image on a Tape its size is transformed into 720 x 480 pixels according to the DV format If you attempt to record a still picture with a large image size on a Tape there may be a reduction in the quality of the image E Audio Dubbing The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed Sounds sent through the DV terminal cannot be dubbed If a tape has a non recorded portion when the tape is dubbed images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back If you set the tape counter back to 0 at the position where you want to stop Audio Dubbing so as to make it possible to use the Memory Stop Function
20. Zoom Functions are being used images that are output from the DV Terminal p 13 are not enlarged As you enlarge an image the quality of the image deteriorates During a Playback Zoom the Variable Speed Search Function cannot be changed with the Remote Control Bi Playback Digital Effect Functions Signals of images to which digital effects are added during playback cannot be output from the DV Terminal p 13 You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while playing back the non recorded portion of tape E Playing Back a Card If a blank nothing recorded Card is played the Screen becomes white If you attempt to play back a file recorded in a different format or if file data is defective the whole display becomes bluish and the UNPLAYABLE CARD Indication may appear as warning When playing back a picture recorded on other equipment its size and that of this Camcorder may appear differently When playing back a picture recorded on other equipment the picture may not be played back or the quality of pictures may be deteriorated When playing back a non standardized file the Folder File Number may not be displayed In the following cases black bars may appear depending on the playback device When playing back a mega pixel still picture with this Camcorder and recording it onto a tape Changing the picture size to 640 x 480 pixels with DV STUDIO E Slide Show Playback time may take longer than usual dep
21. and the Title Creation cannot be used simultaneously Using the Cinema Mode deactivates MULTI and P IN P of EFFECT 1 Depending on the software in use the imported Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly E Program AE If any of the Program AE Modes are selected you cannot adjust the shutter speed p 32 or iris p 32 Using the MagicPix Function cancels any of the Program AE modes Using the Light Function cancels any of the Program AE modes Sports Mode During normal playback the image movement may not look smooth Because the color and brightness of the playback image may change avoid recording under fluorescent light mercury light or sodium light If you record a subject illuminated with strong light or a highly reflective subject vertical lines of light may appear If the light is insufficient the X Indication flashes Sports Mode Portrait Mode If you record a still picture in Progressive Photoshot Mode the brightness and hue of the recorded still picture may become unstable If this mode is used for indoor recording playback images may flicker Low Light Mode Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be made brighter to a satisfactory degree Spotlight Mode With this mode recorded images may become extremely dark If the subject is extremely bright its recorded image may becomes whitish Surf amp Snow Mode If the subject is extremely bright its recor
22. contains the data of the original titles USRO00001 TTL etc DCIM IMO1CDPF PRIVATE VTF etc are necessary items in the folder structure They have nothing to do with actual operations In the Card Mode the Camcorder automatically saves file numbers IMGA0001 JPG etc along with the images The file numbers are recorded with each image as consecutive numbers When using software without an indication function indication data such as date are not displayed Depending on the software in use the date and the time may not be displayed correctly The memory capacity indicated on the SD Card label corresponds to the total card capacity Some of this capacity is used to protect and manage the copyright data and not all capacity is available as a conventional memory for a Camcorder Personal Computer or others Capacity that can be used as conventional memory 8 MB Card about 6 800 000 bytes For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Indications Various functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen Remaining Battery Power When the battery power becomes low the Indication changes When the battery is discharged completely the E gt Indication flashes R0 45 Remaining Tape Time Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes When it reaches less than 3 minutes the indication
23. item see page 62 Image Stabilizer Function If the Camcorder is shaken while recording the camera shake in the image can be corrected If the Camcorder shakes too much the images may not be stabilized 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU CAMERA EIS ON 2 Press the Recording Start Stop Button or PHOTO SHOT Button to start recording To Cancel Image Stabilizer Function Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt EIS gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see page 62 Fade In Out Functions Fade In Fade In brings out images and sounds gradually from a black screen at the beginning of a scene 1 Keep pressing the FADE Button 16 during the Recording Pause Mode The image fades out gradually 2 When the image is completely gone press the Recording Start Stop Button to start recording 3 Release the FADE Button about 3 seconds after recording starts The image reappears gradually Fade Out Fade Out causes images and sounds to disappear gradually leaving a black screen at the end of a scene Ah 3 ly 1 Keep pressing the FADE Button while recording The image fades out gradually For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode 2 When the image is completely gone press the Recording Start Stop Button to stop recording 3 R
24. min 3 h 2 h 25 min A Charging Time Maximum Continuous Recording Time 1 h 30 min indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes Battery CGR DO8R PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 or CGR D14 PV GS15 is supplied The times shown in the table are approximate times The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewfinder is used The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is used In actual use the available recording time may be shorter The times shown in the table are for continuous recording at a temperature of 68 F 25 C and humidity of 60 If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature the charging time may be longer The available recording time becomes shorter if you use both of Viewfinder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when rotating the LCD Monitor forward to record yourself or setting EVF ON AUTO to ON How to remove the Sensor tag 1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt 2 Remove the Sensor tag Then replace the Grip Belt The Grip Belt Bi To Use as a Grip Belt Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand 1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt A 2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand x 3 Reattach the Grip Belt pu For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use Re attaching the
25. recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in VCR machines with the IA mark be used This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK magnitude to cause electric shock Therefore it DO NOT OPEN is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included Therefore it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model No PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Responsibility Party Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Address One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number 1 800 211 PANA 7262 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation
26. signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in Photoshot Mode p 25 Photoshot Index Signals are not recorded on still pictures recorded in Continuous Photoshot Mode PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 These signals are automatically recorded when still pictures on a card are recorded to a tape Scene Index Signal Scene Index Signals are automatically recorded when you start recording after inserting a Cassette If SCENE INDEX of RECORDING Sub Menu on the TAPE RECORDING MENU is set to 2HOUR an index signal is recorded when recording is restarted after an elapse of 2 hours or longer If it is set to DAY an index signal is recorded when recording is restarted after the date has changed since the last recording While the index signal is being recorded the INDEX Indication flashes for a few seconds If the Camcorder is switched from the Tape Playback Mode to Tape Recording Mode or if the date and time is set before the start of recording the index signal is not recorded E Photoshot Index Search 1 Set TAPE PLAYBACK MENU PLAYBACK SEARCH PHOTO 2 Press the gt gt Button or td Button on the Remote Control pes STOP osx ssim 6 4210 BS 58 zx With each press of the corresponding button still pictures recorded in Photoshot Mode are searched E Scene Index Search 1 Set TAPE PLAYBACK MODE gt gt
27. tanto lea detenid tel SERVICIO CUALIFICADO con Ia Mnigad anio temo lee Hee literatura incluida para evitar problemas La etiqueta de r gimen est pegada en la base de la cubierta del cargador Este dispositivo cumple con la parte 15 de las Reglas del FCC El funcionamiento est sujeto a las dos siguientes condiciones 1 Este dispositivo puede no causar interferencias perjudiciales y 2 este dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia recibida incluyendo interferencias que pueden causar un funcionamiento no deseado Nota Este equipo ha sido puesto a prueba y se encontr que cumple con la Parte 15 de las reglas del FCC Estos limites est n dise ados para proveer una protecci n razonable contra interferencias cuando se opera en un ambiente residencial Si este equipo causa interferencias en la recepci n de radio o televisi n lo cual se puede comprobar al apagar y encender el equipo utilice el equipo en otra ubicaci n y o utilice un tomacorriente diferente al que est utilizando el receptor Si es necesario consulte con el distribuidor o un t cnico experto de radio TV para solicitar ayuda Puede encontrar til el folleto Informacion sobre las interferencias disponible en las oficinas regionales del FCC local Advertencia del FCC Para asegurar la conformidad continua del FCC utilice solamente el cable de interfaz blindado cuando conecte una c mara de video digital a una computadora de acuerdo con las instr
28. to delete and press the ENTER Button 15 The selected picture is marked with a frame To erase 2 files or more repeat this step 3 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 36 A verification message appears 4 Select YES and press the ENTER Button 15 The selected file is deleted from the Card If NO is selected the file selection is canceled To Select and Delete All Files 1 Set PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU DELETE ALL FILES YES A verification message appears 2 Select YES and press the ENTER Button 15 All files of Picture Playback Mode are erased Alocked file cannot be erased If there are many files on a card it may take longer to delete files Formatting a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 If a Card becomes unreadable by the Camcorder format it for reuse Formatting erases all the data recorded on a Card 1 Set PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU EDITING CARD FORMAT YES A confirmation message appears select YES and formatting will be carried out C CARD FORMAT FORMAT WILL DELETE ALL FILES W NO b RETURN W YES D ENTER MENU EXIT When the formatting is completed the screen becomes white It may not be able to use the Card formatted by this Camcorder on another unit In this case format the Card on the unit which will use the Card Make sure that valuable pictures are stored on your PC before proceeding A Ca
29. 0 MHz or higher including compatible CPU RAM 32 MB or more 64 MB or more recommended 128 MB or more required for Windows XP Free hard disk space At least 250 MB or more Ports USB Jack To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera the additional minimum requirements must be met Graphic display High Color 16 bit or more Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more Communication Speed 56 kbps or faster is recommended Necessary software Windows Messenger 5 0 or later Windows XP MSN Messenger Windows 98SE Me 2000 Other requirements to send receive audio Sound card Speaker or headphones To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera the following conditions must be met To upgrade Windows XP to SP1 click Start gt gt All Programs gt gt Windows Update Requires Internet connection You have direct dial up connection capability to the Internet Also you and the other person s are in the same Network LAN Install the Windows Messenger Windows XP or MSN Messenger Windows 98SE Me 2000 If you have a version older than 5 0 please download the latest version 5 0 or later from the Microsoft Home Page http www microsoft com http www msn com For download and installation instructions please refer to Help on the Home Page If you are connected to the Internet through a firewall or a router proper communication will not be possible The installer is available only in English but ca
30. AC Adaptor to the Camcorder with the power turned off and then connect to the AC jack After charging for 4 hours the built in lithium battery can power the clock for approximately 3 months LP Mode A desired recording speed can be selected with REC SPEED on the RECORDING 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 The contents that are recorded in LP Mode are not completely compatible with other equipment Audio dubbing is not possible with LP Mode p 44 Audio Recording Mode The sound quality of the recorded sound can be selected with AUDIO REC on the RECORDING 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 23 Recording Mode Recording Mode About Recording When recording pictures on a tape set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode 48 J When recording still pictures on a card set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 When recording with the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch set to AUTO the Camcorder automatically adjusts the focus and whit
31. APE NOT INSERTED No Cassette in inserted p 17 Y LOW BATTERY The Battery is low Recharge it p 15 e The built in battery is low p 23 NEED HEAD CLEANING The video heads are dirty p 67 END TAPE END The tape came to an end during recording REMOTE CHECK REMOTE MODE Wrong Remote Control Mode has been selected p 15 UNPLAYABLE TAPE OTHER FORMAT You are attempting to play back a tape section that has been recorded with a different TV system UNABLE TO A DUB LP RECORDED Because the original recording was done in LP Mode audio dubbing cannot be performed INCOMPATIBLE TAPE This cassette is incompatible PUSH THE RESET SWITCH Irregular mechanism is detected Press the RESET Button p 70 This may solve the problem CARD FULL Card does not have sufficient memory remaining Select Picture Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others NO CARD Card is not inserted NO DATA There are no recorded files in the card UNPLAYABLE CARD You are attempting to play back data which is not compatible with this Camcorder CARD ERROR The Card is not compatible with this Camcorder COPY INHIBITED Because the medium is protected by a copy guard images cannot be recorded correctly INCORRECT OPERATION The Recording Start Stop Button was pressed withou
32. CD Monitor 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 1 Pull the Viewfinder Knob 35 x 12 34 56AM JAN 2 2004 lt S 12 34 56AM Sol JAN 2 2004 To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the LCD Monitor Set LCD EVF gt gt EVF ON AUTO gt gt ON The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD Monitor is opened When you turn the Camcorder off this setting is canceled E Using the LCD Monitor With the LCD Monitor open you can also record the picture while watching it 1 Place your Thumb on the OPEN Y Knob and pull the LCD Monitor out in the direction of the arrow The Viewfinder is now deactivated The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum of 120 If you open the LCD Monitor by 120 it becomes convenient to operate menus or to play back pictures 2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180 from the vertical position upwards and a maximum of 90 to the downward direction Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Camcorder O 180 Closing the LCD Monitor Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed 90 Adjusting Brightness and Color Level When LCD EVF SET on the LCD EVF Sub Menu is set to YES
33. Creating a Title For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 You can create a title and record on a Card 1 Recording Mode Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode Set the Lens to the image you want to use for creating a title 1 Tape Playback Mode Search for the image you want to use for creating a title and set the Camcorder to the Still Playback Mode The title is stored To perform Photoshot again select RETURN 4 Select LUMINANCE and press the ENTER Button 15 then press the pp Button or de Button to adjust the title contrast and press the ENTER Button 15 5 Press the p gt Button or lt lt Button to adjust the color and press the ENTER Button 15 0 2 The dark portion of the image is missing and the colors of the bright portion change in order of black blue green cyan red magenta yellow and white after which the bright portion of the image is missing and the colors of the dark portion change in the above order 6 Select RECORDING and press the ENTER Button 15 The title is recorded on the Card For other notes concerning this item see page 65 Adding a Title For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Atitle can be added to the picture It is displayed in Tape Card Recording Mode and Tape Picture Playback Mode 1 Set DIGITAL gt gt TITLE IN gt gt ON The title is displayed 2 Press the MENU Butt
34. Do not recharge disassemble or dispose of in fire E Using the Remote Control PV GS15 Only Direct the Remote Control at the Remote Control Sensor of the Camcorder and Distance from the Camcorder Within approximately 15 feet 5 meters Angle Within approximately 15 in the vertical and horizontal directions from the central axis The above operating ranges are for indoor use Outdoors or under strong light the Camcorder may not operate properly even within the above ranges Selecting Remote Control Modes When 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Control Modes If the Remote Control Mode of the Camcorder and that of the Remote Control do not match CHECK REMOTE MODE REMOTE Indication is displayed Setup on the Camcorder Set REMOTE on the INITIAL Sub Menu to the desired Remote Control Mode p 21 Setup on the Remote Control EPIA STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV La n gt gt llinoex STOP woe P BZOOM oe I A m aa S 7 1 VCR1 Press the Button and I Button simultaneously Q VCR2 Press the 1 Button and IN Button simultaneously When the battery in the Remote Control is replaced the mode is automatically reset to VCR1 Mode Power Supply E Using the AC Adaptor 1 Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder 2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor 3 Connect the AC Ca
35. E p 16 Tripod Receptacle Used for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripod co fo eo c foo Bes 88 Ape gt NJ gt 9 ae 13 Before Use E Remote Control PV GS15 Only Using the wireless Remote Control with the Camcorder most of the Camcorder functions can be operated from a distance Ed oso NE Ey Date Time Button DATE TIME p 60 Indication Output Button OSD p 43 Display Button DISPLAY p 60 Reset Button RESET pp 60 70 Recording Button e REC p 45 Audio Dubbing Button A DUB p 44 Cursor buttons for Variable Speed Search Function A V p 36 Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Function A V 4 gt p 37 ad an e fex fex fon fex 5 5 8 5 amp 8 57 Slow Motion Still Advance Buttons lt l gt lt reverse gt forward p 36 58 Index Search Buttons gt gt kaa reverse gt forward p 37 Selection Button SELECT p 38 Store Button STORE p 38 Off On Button OFF ON p 38 Zoom Volume Button ZOOM VOL p 38 63 Variable Speed Search Button VAR SEARCH p 36 64 Menu Button MENU p 19 The following buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the Camcorder Photoshot Button PHOTO SHOT pp 25 26 Title Button TITLE p 40
36. EARCH Index Search Mode p 37 12bit AUDIO Audio Selector p 44 AUDIO OUT Audio Output Mode p 64 USB FUNCTION USB Functions Mode pp 51 54 2 DIGITAL Playback Digital Setup Sub Menu EFFECT ON Digital Effect On Off p 38 EFFECT SEL Digital Effect Selection p 38 TITLE IN For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Adding a Title p 40 3 CARD For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Card Setup Sub Menu PICT QUALITY Picture Quality p 25 CREATE TITLE Title Creation p 40 4 RECORDING Recording Setup Sub Menu REC SPEED Recording Speed Mode p 23 AUDIO REC Audio Recording Mode p 23 5 DISPLAY Display Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display Mode p 60 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 60 C DISPLAY Counter Display Mode p 60 C RESET Counter Reset p 71 6 LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 19 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 19 M M SELECT DD NEXT MENU EXIT W M SELECT 21 Before Use 7 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu BLANK SEARCH Blank Search p 24 AV JACK AV Jack pp 13 65 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 15 BEEP SOUND Beep Sound p 61 B O CARD RECORDING MENU For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Card Recording Menu QCARD o ISHTR EFECT SELF TIMER N M SELECT D gt NEXT MENU EXIT 1 CAMERA Camera Setup Sub Menu PROG AE Auto Exposure Mode
37. FCC Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution To assure continued compliance follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment CAUTION TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING
38. HT OBJECTS DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE Such as direct sunlight inside a closed car next to a heater etc This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER Store and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement avoid shaking and striking Your Camcorder contains a sensitive pick up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage CARE TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder body TO PROTECT THE LENS Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand Use a commercial Camcorder lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMCORDER Before handling your Camcorder make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion as it may damage the finish Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 and 4 819 098 licensed for limited viewing This produc
39. ICK START Button 42 The Quick Start Recording Lamp lights up QUICK Oe 2 Set the OFF ON Switch to OFF The Quick Start Recording Lamp remains lit Mo For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode 3 Set the OFF ON Switch to ON The Camcorder will be ready for recording in approximately 1 3 seconds To Cancel the Quick Start Keep the QUICK START Button pressed for approximately 2 seconds and make sure the Quick Start Recording Lamp is not lit For other notes concerning this item see page 62 Self timer Recording When you set the self timer the recording starts automatically after 10 seconds on the Tape PV GS9 Only or the Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU PV GS9 Only or CARD RECORDING MENU For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 CAMERA SELF TIMER ON The amp Indication appears 2 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 36 Are The Indication flashes and the recording starts after 10 seconds You can also use the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 p 26 For other notes concerning this item see page 62 Zoom In Out Functions This feature gives special effects to the picture by recording objects close by or with wide angle shot 1 For wide angle shots zoom out Push the W T Lever towards
40. ILL Button first at the position where you wish to record the still picture so as to enter the Digital Still Picture Mode and then press the PHOTO SHOT Button E Progressive Photoshot When the P Indication is displayed Progressive Photoshot Function works You can record still pictures with higher quality by using this function The Progressive Photoshot Function may not be activated depending on the function you use p 60 To record still pictures with higher quality we recommend setting to the Card Recording Mode To activate the Progressive Photoshot Function regardless of the function you use When you record onto the tape and the card simultaneously the Progressive Photoshot Function is not activated Recording a Still Picture on a Tape PV GS9 Only Still pictures can be recorded from the Camcorder lens 1 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button in the Recording Pause Mode A O E Continuous Photoshot If you set SHTR EFFECT on the CAMERA Sub Menu to ON and keep the PHOTO SHOT Button pressed the Camcorder will continuously record still pictures in approximately 0 7 seconds intervals until the button is released The screen blinks and at the same time a shutter clicking sound is recorded Recording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the Camcorder 1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Re
41. INTERFERENCE USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE Since this product gets hot during use operate it in well ventilated place do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit A WARNING AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD U S A CONSUMERS ATTENTION A lithium ion polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery PV GS9 PV GS12 Panasonic s14pv csis Tested To Comply C With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Important Safeguards 1 2 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated Retain Instructions The 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 this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a dry cloth for cle
42. KIN PICTURE TITLE VOLUME 3 30 45AM N F E iD e Low Light Mode Program AE p 30 Spotlight Mode Program AE p 30 Surf amp Snow Mode Program AE p 30 Recording p 24 Recording Pause p 24 Self Timer Recording p 27 Playback p 35 Still Playback p 36 Fast forward Cue Playback p 35 Rewind Review Playback p 35 Slow Motion Playback p 36 Still Advance Playback p 36 Index Search p 37 Recording Check p 24 Audio Dubbing p 44 Audio Dubbing Pause p 44 Blank Search p 24 Repeat Playback p 64 Variable Speed Search p 36 When you adjust shutter speed manually this indication appears p 32 Slide Show Playback p 39 Slide Show Playback Pause p 39 When you adjust the F Number manually this indication appears p 32 Automatic White Balance Mode p 30 White Balance Adjustment Mode p 30 Outdoor Mode p 30 Indoor Mode recording under incandescent lamp p 30 MagicPix Function p 29 Zoom Microphone p 27 Wind Noise Reduction p 29 Progressive Photoshot Mode p 25 Soft Skin Mode p 29 Picture p 39 Title picture p 40 Volume adjustment p 35 Date Time Indication p 60 Photoshot Picture Quality during Photoshot recording F means Fine N means Normal and E means Economy p 25 Remaining Number of Photoshot pictures RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording p 26 Lock Sett
43. Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface attach the Lens Cap The Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord come preattached to the Grip Belt 1 Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Lens Cap Then pass the Lens Cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight When not using the Lens Cap pull the Lens Cap Cord in the direction of the arrow When you are not recording be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection When you remove the Lens Cap press the knobs firmly mp gt 4a S Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Camcorder 1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Camcorder c 2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap run it through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster and pull it Pull it out more than 1 inch 2 cm from the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way Inserting a Cassette 1 Slide the OPEN EJECT Lever toward the front and pull down to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover To protect the tape if the cover is not fully opened the cassette cannot be ejected OPEN EJECT Q N a 4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark 6 0 Dy kam 0 PUSH CLOSE E Acci
44. Mode p 60 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 60 C DISPLAY Counter Display Mode p 60 C RESET Counter Reset p 71 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use CAE AAA 5 LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 19 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 19 6 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu AV JACK AV Jack pp 13 65 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 15 Setting Date and Time Since the internal clock of the Camcorder has a slight imprecision make sure to check the time before recording MCLOCK SET PYEAR 2004 FEB 7 6AM 28 M M SELECT lt K D gt SETUP D MENU EXIT 2 Press the 11 m Button to select YEAR MONTH DAY HOUR or MIN and press the 4 gt gt to set it to the desired value Year will cycle in the order shown below 2000 2001 2089 2000 3 Press the MENU Button to finish setting the date and time The clock operation starts from 00 second If the built in battery is weak the amp Indication flashes In this case charge the built in battery The clock uses the 12 hour system Internal Lithium Battery Recharge The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock When the amp Indication flashes the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion 1 Connect the
45. OT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY As examples this excludes damages for lost time cost of having someone remove or re install an installed unit if applicable or travel to and from the servicer loss of media or images data or other memory or recorded content The items listed are not exclusive but are for illustration only ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Ifa problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the warrantor s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor PARTS AND SERVICE INCLUDING COST OF AN IN HOME SERVICE CALL WHERE APPLICABLE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY 77 Others A AAA Customer Services Directory Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter purchase Parts and Accessories
46. PLAYBACK gt gt SEARCH gt gt SCENE 2 Press the gt gt Button or td Button on the Remote Control When the corresponding button is pressed once the S 1 Indication appears and searching for the subsequent scene marked with an index signal starts Each time the button is pressed after the start of Scene Index Search the indication changes from S 2 to S 9 and the beginning of the scene corresponding to the selected number will be searched Up to 9 scene numbers can be selected Continuous Index Search If the P gt Button or the td Button is pressed for 2 seconds or longer search can be continued at several second intervals To cancel press the gt Button 72 or the m Button 70 paa PLAY ES PTE A T E Le ISTILLADV PAUSE STILL ADV C n gt pe POLL 58 Tiss 168 I ilil For other notes concerning this item see page 64 Playback Zoom Function Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied for models PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 74 A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback 1 During playback press the P B ZOOM Button on the Remote Control INDEX STOP INDEX PBZOON l E a SELECT TZN Ec Bw
47. PV GS14 PV GS15 Only Controls and Components E Camcorder Qu 20 a d A 8 CAEN LCD Monitor Open Knob OPEN V p 19 LCD Monitor pp 19 68 5 6 Y RP SD008MMKO PV GS15 Only LSJA0280 LSFC0018 7 e K1HAOSCD0005 PV GS15 Only LSFT0575 PV GS15 Only 1 AC Adaptor DC Cable and AC Cable p 15 CAUTION Due 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 3 Card Slot Cover Open Lever 4OPEN For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 p 18 Card Slot For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 p 18 Card Slot Cover For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 p 18 Speaker p 35 Recording Check Button p 24 Recording Button REC p 46 This unit will operate on 110 120 220 240 V AC An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor VJSS0070 KZDB4ZE00001 in an area which has special AC outlets Battery Pack p 15 Remote Control and Button Type Battery p 14 PV GS15 Only AV Cable pp 43 45 Shoulder Strap p 17 SD Memory Card PV GS15 Only p 18 USB Connection Kit USB Ca
48. PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 Optional Software 3 Click the USB Driver The set up program starts running 4 For Windows 98SE Me 2000 users click Restart if the InstallShield dialog appears Do not remove the CD ROM Setup hes completed configuring the Windows installer on your system The system needs to be 47 With a PC HA O A A 5 Finish installation by following the on screen instructions Click Next and proceed with installation After completing the installation Click Finish 6 After the USB Driver is installed please restart your computer Reboot the computer to finish installing USB driver Installation continues after the computer reboots if you selected additional software Amessage indicating a conflict between versions may be displayed during the installation This will not cause a problem Simply click Yes to proceed with the installation Depending on the OS version illustrations and icon names may vary E Windows 98SE Me Users The following messages may be displayed when connecting this Camcorder and your personal computer via USB Cable 1 For Windows 98SE Users The message Please insert the disk labeled Windows 98 Second Edition CD ROM is displayed Click OK Insert Disk e Please insert the disk labeled Windows 98 Second Edition CD ROM and then click OK Le 1 The message The file kstvtune ax on Unknown cannot be found
49. Panasonic Digital Video Camcorder Digital Palmcorder M ltiCam Camcorder Operating Instructions PV G815 Shown Models No PV GS9 gt Ny PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Before attempting to connect operate or adjust this product please read these instructions thoroughly Spanish Quick Use Guide is included Gu a para r pida consulta en espa ol est incluida 4 Mini y MultiMediaCard DD D For PV GS12 PV GS14 For PV GS12 PV GS14 V PV GS15 PV GS15 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo LSQT0802 A Things You Should Know E Thank you for choosing Panasonic Date of Purchase You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the Dealer Purchased From market today Used properly we re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment tings take time to fill in the information on the Dealer Phone No right The serial number is on the tag located on the Model No underside of your Camcorder Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder Serial No information source Dealer Address Safety Precautions WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Your JW Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play SP mode and Long LP mode It is
50. Remote Control With each press of the Button still pictures advance in the reverse direction With each press of the Button still pictures advances in the forward direction If one of the buttons continues to be pressed still pictures advance continuously 1 frame at a time until the button is released To Resume Normal Playback Press the gt Button 72 E Playback with Zoom Lever By pushing the W T Lever 26 of the Camcorder in the Still Playback Mode still pictures can be advanced one frame at a time in the forward or backward direction If you keep pushing the Lever still pictures advance continuously VOLJOG dae If the Camcorder is left in the Still Playback Mode for more than 5 minutes the Camcorder switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Playback Mode Index Search Functions Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied for models PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 74 To facilitate searching for desired scenes this Camcorder automatically records index signals during recording as explained in the following Photoshot Index Signal PV GS9 These
51. Tape Time Indication does not match the actual remaining tape time If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously recorded the remaining tape time cannot be displayed correctly In some cases the Remaining Tape Time Indication may show remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time Pictures cannot be played back even when the gt Button is pressed s the Mode Dial set to Tape Playback Mode If not the playback function cannot be used p 35 Mosaic pattern noise appears on images during Cue Review or Slow Motion Playback This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems It is not a malfunction 69 Others Although the Camcorder is correctly connected to a TV playback images cannot be seen Have you selected Video Input on the TV Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input jacks used for the connection Depending on your TV nothing may be shown even if you correctly connect the Camcorder with your TV In this case set AV JACK on the INITIAL Sub Menu to OUT Playback picture is not clear Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty If the heads are dirty playback image cannot be clear p 67 Playing back or recording do not function the screen has frozen or the indication has disappeared Turn the Camcorder off If the Camcorder is not turned off after opera
52. VE 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company collectively referred to as the warrantor will for the length of the period indicated on the chart below which starts with the date of original purchase warranty period at its option either a repair your product with new or refurbished parts or b replace it with a new or a refurbished product The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor Product Service Contact Number One 1 Year except CCD Image Sensor CCD Image Sensor 6 Six Months One 1 Year Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Camcorder Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 DVD VCR Deck ANN Mixer TV VCR TV DVD TVIDVDIVCR One 1 Year except CRT Nine Combination CRT Two 2 Years Ninet TV HDR One 1 Year except CRT Nine Combination CRT Two 2 Years Ninet Rechargeable Batteries in exchange for defective item Tape in exchange for Five 5 Days Not Applicable Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 defective item Memory Cards in exchange for Ninety 90 Days Not Applicable Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 defective item Ca
53. Viewfinder or Lens to the sun Internal components may be seriously damaged When the Camcorder is used with a large capacity Battery CGR D16A 1B CGP D28A 1B Optional attached to it it is not practical to look in the Viewfinder from behind the Battery Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the Viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 67 000 pixels PV GS9 PV GS12 113 000 pixels PV GS14 PV GS15 The result is more than 99 99 effective pixels with a mere 0 01 96 of the pixels inactive or always lit However this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others CEA AAA Lens Hood Do not attach other conversion lenses in front of the Lens Hood there is no mount to be used for the attachment When you wish to attach the Tele Conversion Lens not supplied Wide Conversion Lens not supplied MC Protector not supplied or ND Filter not supplied first of all turn the Lens Hood counter clockwise If the MC Protector or ND Filter is used the Lens Hood can be mounted on the filter If you push the W T Lever toward W during recording with the filter and conversion lens attached together to the Camcorder 4 corners of the image may become dark vignetting For details please refer to the operating instructions of your accessories Be
54. W For close ups zoom in Push the W T Lever towards T VOLJOG Zoom Magnification Indication is displayed for a few seconds E To Take Close up Shots of Small Subjects Macro Close up Function When the zoom magnification is 1X the Camcorder can focus on a subject that is as close as approximately 0 8 inches 20 mm from the Lens Small subjects like insects can be recorded with this function E To Use the Zoom Microphone Function Along with the zooming operation the microphone s directional angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt RECORDING gt gt ZOOM MIC gt gt ON The Z MIC Indication is displayed For other notes concerning this item see page 62 Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record close up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1X to 20X PV GS9 PV GS12 22X PV GS14 24X PV GS15 magnification With the Digital Zoom Function you can select a magnification from 50X up to 800X 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU CAMERA D ZOOM 50X or 800X 50X Digital zooming to 50X 800X Digital zooming to 800X 27 Recording Mode 2 Push the W T Lever 26 towards W or towards T to zoom in or out VOUJOG w Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt D ZOOM gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this
55. ack files recorded on a Card 1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode 2 Start Playback gt Starting the Slide Show PP Playing back the next picture lt 44 Playing back the previous picture E Stop the Slide Show I Pause the Slide Show For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Playback Mode O Folder File Number O Picture Size p 60 O File Number To Select a Desired File and Playing Back 1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode The files recorded on the Card are displayed in Multi Picture Mode O Picture Size O File Number O Folder File Number 3 Press the 11 8 lt q pp Button to select a desired file PIN The selected file is marked with a frame 4 Press either the ENTER Button or the MULTI Button 20 The selected file is shown on the entire screen For other notes concerning this item see page 64 Slide Show For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show 1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Each of the pictures are played back for several seconds To Pause the Slide Show Press the 11 Button The SLIDE II Indication is displayed AR A N To Stop the Slide Show Press the I Button For other notes concerning this item see page 64 39 Playback Mode
56. ads excessively Excessive cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads If the heads are worn images cannot be played back even after the heads are cleaned If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner the Camcorder needs to be cleaned at a Servicenter Please consult a dealer Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered a malfunction of the product It is not covered by the warranty Periodical Check up To maintain the highest image quality we recommend replacement of worn parts such as heads etc after approximately 1000 hours of use This however depends on operating conditions such as temperature humidity dust etc E Optimal Use of the Battery Battery Characteristics This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity and if the temperature is too high or too low the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter If the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes If the Battery becomes extremely hot a protective function may operate and the Battery may become unusable for a while Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use Be sure to detach the Battery from the Camcorder If it is left attached to the Camcorder a minute amount of current is consumed even when the C
57. age 65 Copying on an S VHS or a VHS Cassette Dubbing After connecting the Camcorder and the VCR as illustrated start the following procedures S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN o For PV GS14 o PV GS15 O AV Cable S Video Cable not supplied Be sure to press the OSD Button p 14 on the Remote Control prior to copying so that no indications are visible Otherwise the displayed tape counter and function indications are also copied Camcorder 1 Insert the recorded Cassette VCR 2 Insert an unrecorded Cassette with an erasure prevention tab If various setups such as external input tape speed etc are required please refer to the operating instructions of your VCR Camcorder 3 Press the gt Button to start playback VCR 4 Start recording 5 Press the Pause or Stop Button to stop recording Camcorder 6 Press the m Button to stop playback Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing By connecting this Camcorder with other digital video equipment such as another Camcorder of the same format model that has a DV input output Terminal and using a 4 pin to 4 pin DV Interface Cable PV DDC9 optional high quality images and sounds can be dubbed in the digital mode Player Recorder 1 Insert the Cassette and set to Tape Playback Mode Player 2 Press the gt Button 72 to start playback N_N ae MULTI P IN PP REC A DUB
58. ailable with Remote Control However it is not supplied for models PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 74 This Camcorder can play back at a slow speed 2 ELA Eo ISTILLADV PASE pru J LL li AA 1 Press the gt Button A 2 Press the Button or gt Button on the Remote Control The I or lt Indication appears When the Button is pressed Slow Motion Playback proceeds in the reverse direction When the gt Button is pressed Slow Motion Playback proceeds in the forward direction Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are played back at approximately 1 5th of the normal speed Scenes recorded in the LP Mode are played back at approximately 1 3rd of the normal speed To Resume Normal Playback Press the gt Button 72 If the Camcorder is left in the Slow Motion Playback Mode for more than 10 minutes the Camcorder Switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear Still Playback Still Advance Playback This Camcorder is capable of still picture playback and frame advance playback EN ee FF au laa LEN PA SE ASS 5 HE il Is shit e 1 Press the gt Button 72 72 2 Press the 11 Button 69 The playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode 3 Press the 4 Button or gt Button on the
59. al Software 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen until the installation is complete Setup window will disappear when the installation is complete If a window does not appear automatically click the Start Button on your desktop and then click Run When the Run Box is open type in D InstMenu exe and click OK D applies when the CD ROM drive is drive D Using USB Driver E Operating environment Despite having the Operating environment indicated it may not be possible to use the program with some types of personal computers ACD ROM drive is requires to install this program OS IBM PC AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me Millennium Edition Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition CPU Intel Pentium II Celeron 300 MHz or higher including compatible CPU RAM 32 MB or more 64 MB or more recommended 128 MB or more required for Windows XP Free hard disk space At least 30 MB or more Ports USB Jack B Installing USB Driver Please install USB Driver first before connecting the Camcorder to your personal computer with the USB Cable 1 Turn on the personal computer and start up Windows 2 Insert the CD ROM into the personal computer s CD ROM drive Quit all applications The Setup Menu Screen appears PV GS15 Supplied
60. amcorder power is off If the Battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a long time over discharge takes place The Battery may become unusable after it is charged Disposing of an Unusable Battery The Battery has a limited life Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may cause an explosion Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt dust or other substances If you drop the Battery accidentally check to see if the Battery body and terminals are deformed Attaching a deformed Battery to the Camcorder or AC Adaptor may damage the Camcorder or AC Adaptor 67 Others Cautions for Storage Before storing the Camcorder take the Cassette out and detach the Battery Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature Recommended Temperature 59 F to 77 F 15 C to 25 C Recommended Humidity 40 to 60 Camcorder Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the Camera Do not leave the Camcorder in places that expose it to high temperature Battery Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the Battery If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in contact with metal objects such as necklaces hairpins etc This can result in a short circuit or heat generation an
61. anceled Bi Digital Effect Functions If you have set EFFECT2 to B W or SEPIA changing the selected White Balance Mode is not possible pp 30 31 Setting the Cinema Mode cancels the Picture in Picture Mode and the Multi Picture Mode During the Digital Still Picture Mode the Digital Effect Functions cannot be set 63 Others EA A A AAA In the following cases using the EFFECT1 on the DIGITAL Sub Menu is not possible When the MagicPix Mode and Light are set pp 26 29 In the following cases using the Digital Effect Function is not possible Title in Multi Picture Mode If the MULTI Button is pressed while self recording Mirror Mode p 26 is used the still picture is displayed from the upper right corner of the screen but in reality the picture is recorded from the upper left corner as usual The quality of Multi images deteriorates slightly The top and bottom of the Multi pictures will be cut off slightly Picture in Picture Mode If Mode Dial is operated the smaller picture disappears Titles cannot be inserted into the smaller picture Wipe Mode and Mix Mode If one of the following operations are carried out stored images will be erased and Wipe and Mix Functions cannot be used Set another Digital Effect item Operate the OFF ON switch or Mode Dial Insert or eject a cassette E Playing Back Repeat Playback If you continue to press the gt Button
62. aning Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous 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 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 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
63. anura de tarjeta 4 Cierre bien la cubierta de ranura de tarjeta e CD E Grabaci n de una cinta 1 Ajuste el interruptor OFF ON Q a ON La l mpara POWER se enciende 2 Gire el dial de modo a modo de grabaci n de cinta 20 PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 3 Presione el bot n de inicio parada de grabaci n Comienza la grabaci n 4 Presione el bot n de inicio parada de grabaci n nuevamente para detener la grabaci n For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others E Grabaci n de una imagen fija en cinta S lo para el modelo PV GS9 1 Gire el dial de modo a modo de grabaci n de cinta 2 Presione el bot n PHOTO SHOT en el modo de pausa de grabaci n E Grabaci n de una imagen fija en tarjeta Photoshot S lo para el modelo PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 1 Gire el dial de modo a modo de grabacion de tarjeta E Reproducci n de una cinta 1 Ajuste el interruptor OFF ON Q a ON La l mpara POWER se enciende 2 Gire el dial de modo a Modo de reproducci n de cinta y 2 E 2 PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 cinta 4 Presione el bot n gt para comenzar la reproducci n 5 Para parar la reproducci n Presione el bot n I E Reproducci n de una tarjeta de memoria S lo para el modelo PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15
64. ay Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display Mode p 60 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 60 C DISPLAY Counter Display Mode p 60 C RESET Counter Reset p 71 lt resets the counter to zero However it cannot reset the Time Code 6 LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 19 SELF REC Recording Yourself p 26 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 19 7 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu BLANK SEARCH Blank Search p 24 DEMO MODE Demonstration Mode If no operation takes place for approximately 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Camcorder and the OFF ON Switch is turned to ON without inserting a Cassette or a Card the Camcorder is automatically set to Demonstration Mode for introducing its functions If any button is pressed or operated the Demonstration Mode is canceled The Demonstration Mode can be started by setting DEMO MODE to ON and by exiting the Menu To terminate the Demonstration Mode insert a Cassette or set the DEMO MODE to OFF AV JACK AV Jack pp 13 65 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 15 BEEP SOUND Beep Sound p 61 CLOCK SET Date and Time Setting p 23 INITIAL SET Initial Setting Mode p 60 E gt TAPE PLAYBACK MENU Tape Playback Menu PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 PV GS9 TAPE PLA D gt NEXT MENU EXIT 1 PLAYBACK Playback Functions Sub Menu S
65. ble and CD ROM PV GS15 Only pp 47 49 51 54 MagicPix Button MAGICPIX p 29 Soft Skin Button SOFT SKIN p 29 Backlight Button BACK LIGHT p 29 Light Button LIGHT For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 p 26 Card Access Lamp For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 p 18 Pause Button 11 p 25 Still Button STILL p 25 Fast Forward Cue Button gt gt p 35 Play Button gt p 35 Enter Button ENTER p 20 Stop Button E p 35 Fade Button FADE pp 28 29 17 Rewind Review Button 4d p 35 18 Mode Selector Switch AUTO MANUAL FOCUS pp 24 30 32 19 Menu Button MENU p 19 20 Multi Button MULTI p 33 Picture in Picture Button P IN P p 34 21 Reset Button RESET pp 60 70 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use Lens Hood p 69 Lens Microphone built in stereo pp 27 29 Built in LED Light For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 p 26 Zoom Lever W T pp 27 28 35 27 Cassette Holder Cassette Compartment Cover p 17 USB Jack lt pp 48 49 51 54 DV Input Output Terminal pp 45 46 Connect this to the digital video equipment 81 White Balance Sensor p 31 Remote Control Sensor p 15 32 Audio Video Output Jack AV OUT pp 43 45 Headphone Jack PHONES Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder
66. ble to the AC Adaptor and the AC Jack Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply set the OFF ON Switch on the Camcorder to OFF and make sure that POWER Lamp is not lit p 18 E Using the Battery Before use fully charge the Battery We recommend using a Panasonic Battery We cannot guarantee the quality of this Camcorder when batteries from other companies are used 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it 15 Before Use Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor disconnect it from the AC Adaptor The POWER Lamp and CHARGE Lamp light up and charging starts When the CHARGE Lamp goes off charging is completed When the battery is completely discharged the CHARGE Lamp blinks at first but the battery is charged normally When the temperature of the battery is too high or low the CHARGE Lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual 2 Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder Disconnecting the Power Source Set the OFF ON Switch to OFF and while sliding the BATTERY RELEASE Switch 48 remove the Battery downward or DC Cable When attaching or removing Battery set the OFF ON Switch to OFF and make sure the POWER Lamp is not lit CE a For other notes concerning this item see page 61 Charging Time and Available Recording Time 1h 2h 10 min 1 h 45 min 1 h 30
67. ce In this case adjust the White Balance The AWB Indication appears 1 The effective range of Automatic White Balance 3 Press the p gt Button or lt 4 Button Adjustment on this Camcorder until the E Indication is displayed 2 Blue sky m 3 Cloudy sky rain NIA 4 TV screen 5 Sunlight 6 White fluorescent lamp 4 Point the Camcorder at a full screen white 7 Halogen light bulb subject 8 Incandescent light bulb 5 Keep pressing ENTER Button until the 9 Sunrise or sunset amp Indication stops flashing 10 Candlelight To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the gt gt Button or lt 4 Button until the AWB Indication is displayed Or set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO For other notes concerning this item see page 63 31 Recording Mode Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Useful for recording fast moving subjects 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL 1 ecu MANUAL The MNL Indication appears 2 Press the ENTER Button until the Shutter Speed Indication appears 1 1000 3 Press the p gt Button 14 or lt 4 Button to adjust the shutter speed Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment 1 60 1 8000 s in Tape Recording Mode 1 60 1 500 s in Card Recording Mode For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 The standard shutter speed is 1 60 s Selecting a speed closer to 1 8000 causes the shutter speed to be faster To Resume Automatic Adju
68. ces the sound of wind hitting the microphone when recording 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt RECORDING gt gt WIND CUT gt gt ON To Cancel the Wind Noise Reduction Function Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt RECORDING gt gt WIND CUT gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see page 63 Cinema Function This function is for recording a cinema like image 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt RECORDING gt gt CINEMA gt gt ON De ES a i raat 29 Recording Mode Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen To Cancel the Cinema Function Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt RECORDING gt gt CINEMA gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see page 63 Recording in Special Situations Program AE You can select optimal automatic exposure under specific recording situations 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL The MNL Indication appears 2 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU or CARD RECORDING MENU For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 CAMERA PROG AE a desired mode x 83 f or 87 The Indication of the selected Mode appears 2104 2E LE 1 x Sports Mode For recording scenes involving quick movements Such as sports scenes 2 amp 3 Portrait Mode Use when you want to make people subjects stand out from the background 3 Low Light Mode For b
69. connected ad adi through USB hubs or by using extension cables P proper operation is not guaranteed When connected to the keyboard USB Jack normal function may not be possible This instruction manual describes only the EE procedures for installation connection and startup N Please read the PDF based instructions for how to Installation will be completed use the DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Sample data is installed concurrently with the DV To view the installed operating instructions Adobe STUDIO 3 1E SE software Acrobat Reader 5 0 or higher is required Please install Adobe Acrobat Reader from the CD ROM E To Use DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Optional Software When using the USB Connection Kit use of the AC Before using for the first time select Readme from Adaptor is recommended for the power supply of the Start gt gt All programs Programs gt gt Panasonic Camcorder gt gt DV Studio3 d read l tary detail or Tuis ipo andreadanyisupplementary details 1 Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode i or Tape Playback Mode E Installing DV STUDIO 3 1E SE To capture images from a tape set the Camcorder Optional Software to Tape Playback Mode and insert a tape 1 Turn on the personal computer and start up ICARUS Tirage Viewed UTOR camera Windows lens set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode 2 Insert the CD ROM into the personal computer s CD ROM drive e Quit all applications
70. cording Mode w The PICTURE Indication lights up in red Selecting the quality of Photoshot images 1 Set CARD RECORDING MENU gt gt CARD gt gt PICT QUALITY gt gt a desired image quality Maximum number of images recordable on the supplied PV GS15 Only Card 8MB FINE high image quality approximately 45 pictures NORMAL normal image quality approximately 95 pictures ECONOMY low image quality approximately 190 pictures These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory card optional PICTURE QUALITY 16 MB 200 400 32 MB 440 880 64 MB 880 1760 128 MB 1 760 3 520 256 MB 3 520 7 040 512 MB 7 040 14 080 These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed NORMAL ECONOMY 25 Recording Mode B RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot The still pictures can be recorded on a Card at regular intervals 1 Set CARD RECORDING MENU gt gt CARD gt gt BURST MODE gt gt ON The y Indication appears 2 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 36 When ON is selected the still pictures can be recorded in approximately 0 5 second intervals until the PHOTO SHOT Button is released or 10 pictures are recorded For other notes concerning this item see pages 61 62 Recording Yourself By opening the LCD Monitor and rotating
71. ct s indication flashes The same operating can be done using EFFECT ON Sub Menu on the TAPE PLAYBACK MENU To Cancel the Digital Effect Press the SELECT Button repeatedly on the Remote Control and clear the digital effect indication E Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied for models PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 74 1 Press the gt Button 72 Dm d IS REWMPLAY FF amp m sees ISTILLADV PAUSE STILL ADV C n gt 2 Press the SELECT Button on the Remote Control and select WIPE or MIX 3 Press the STORE Button at the moment you want to save as a still picture The WI or HLM Indication appears and the image is saved 4 Press the OFF ON Button in the scene in which you want to use the Wipe or Mix effect The scene changes as a result of the Wipe or Mix effect The Wipe Function and Mix Function can only be accessed by using the Remote Control during playback If the OFF ON Button is pressed while Wipe or Mix is carried out the effect will stop temporarily at that point Pressing the OFF ON Button again will bring back the effect For other notes concerning this item see page 64 Playing Back a Memory Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 It plays b
72. d if you touch the Battery in this condition you may be badly burned Store the Battery in a completely discharged state To store the Battery for a long period of time we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you completely use up the charged capacity Cassette Before storing it rewind the tape to the beginning If the Cassette is left for more than 6 months with the tape stopped midway the tape sags although it depends on the storage condition Be sure to rewind to the beginning Store the Cassette in its case Dust direct sunlight ultraviolet rays or humidity may damage the tape Dust contains hard mineral particles and dusty Cassettes damage the heads of the Camcorder and other components Develop a habit of returning the Cassette back to its case Once every half year wind the tape to the end and then rewind it to the beginning If the Cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding temperature and humidity changes may cause the Cassette to deform due to swelling shrinking and so forth The wound tape may stick to itself Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic substances or equipment The surface of tape is covered with extremely minute magnetic particles upon which signals are recorded Magnetic necklaces toys etc have magnetic force that is stronger than you may normally expect and they may erase the contents of a recording or may ca
73. d the pictures captured last are deleted continuously After still pictures are deleted one by one they cannot be displayed again For other notes concerning this item see page 64 B Picture in Picture Mode You can display a sub screen still picture inside the screen 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 gt gt P IN P 2 Aim the Camcorder at the scene you want to capture and press the P IN P Button 20 to insert a small still picture a A small still picture is displayed in a normal picture If the P IN P Button is pressed again the small still picture is cleared For other notes concerning this item see page 64 E Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Wipe Mode Like drawing a curtain the still picture of the last recorded scene gradually changes to the moving image of a new scene A 4 Mix Mode While the moving image of a new scene fades in the still image of the last recorded scene gradually fades out 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 gt gt WIPE or MIX The WIPE or MIX Indication appears 2 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to start recording 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to pause the recording The last scene is stored in memory The WIPE or MIX Indication changes to MI or Jl 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to restart the recording The last image of th
74. ded image may turn out to be whitish E White Balance In the following cases you cannot change White Balance When you set EFFECT2 to SEPIA or to B W When you set the Zoom higher than 20X PV GS9 PV GS12 22X PV GS14 24X PV GS15 During Digital Still Picture Mode When you display a Menu When you use the MagicPix Mode In the following cases the NE Indication flashes The flashing indicates that the previously adjusted White Balance setting is still set This setting will be kept until White Balance is adjusted again You may not be able to achieve correct White Balance Adjustment manually under weak illumination E Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject During normal playback movement in the images may not look smooth Because the color and brightness of the playback image may become unstable avoid recording under fluorescent light mercury light or sodium light If you are using MagicPix Mode p 29 or Program AE Mode p 30 you cannot adjust the shutter speed E Manual Iris Adjustment Depending on zoom magnification there are iris values that will not be displayed If you are using MagicPix Mode p 29 or Program AE Mode p 30 you cannot adjust the iris If you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after setting the Iris the value set for the Iris will be c
75. dental Erasure Prevention Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider on the cassette by sliding it to the SAVE arrow direction prevents recording To enable recording close the accidental erasure prevention slider by sliding it to the REC arrow direction For other notes concerning this item see page 61 17 Before Use Using a Memory Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 A Card can be used to record still pictures Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only Before inserting or removing a Card be sure to turn off the Camcorder Otherwise the Camcorder may not function properly or it may cause the loss of recorded data in a Card Bi inserting a Card 1 Slide the OPEN Lever 3 to open the Card Slot Cover 5 v Ny y OPEN 2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right Q insert it into the Card Slot 4 Removing the Card Open the Card Slot Cover and press the center of the Card and then pull it straight out After removing the Card close the Card Slot Cover The Camcorder may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted NED o _ D So CARD tD While the Camcorder is accessing the Card reading recording playback or erasing the Card Access Lamp lights up While the Card Access Lamp is on never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover t
76. e CARD Sub Menu set to NORMAL or ECONOMY If recording is done with it set to NORMAL or ECONOMY images with fine details may include a mosaic like pattern Set PICT QUALITY to FINE p 25 Photoshot Playback images do not look normal The picture may be damaged In order to prevent the loss of image data backing up on a Cassette or a personal computer is recommended pp 44 48 During Playback the UNPLAYABLE CARD Indication is displayed The image was either recorded in a different format or data is damaged Even if a Card is formatted it cannot be used Either the Camcorder or the Card may be damaged Please consult a dealer The Camcorder clatters when shaking it It is a sound of the lens moving not a malfunction When the USB Cable is disconnected an error message will appear on PC To disconnect the USB cable safely double click the icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen p 49 Using the RESET button 1 Open the LCD Monitor p 19 2 Undo Grip Belt end Q and pull Lens Cap Cord downward to loosen Grip Belt 3 Use projection on the Lens Cap to press the RESET Button For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others SS Explanation of Terms Bi Digital Video System In a digital video system images and sounds are converted into digital s
77. e LCD Monitor of the Camcorder When the Camcorder and personal computer with Windows 2000 are connected via USB Cable a message such as the one below is displayed However testing by the manufacturer has confirmed functionality of this Camcorder with Windows 2000 Click Yes and proceed Ela x For Windows 98SE Me users USB Audio Device is required Click Next and proceed Add Mew Hardware Wize The sad sources ter nen divers fr USB Aude Device cese divar ie a suse progam thal nabs haxe doves pole x If you use Windows 98SE the OS installation CD may be required 4 Start the Windows Messenger For Windows XP users or MSN Messenger For Windows 98SE Me 2000 users Click Start gt gt All Programs Program gt gt Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger When you use Windows XP the other parties via the network have to use the Windows Messenger on Windows XP When you use other than Windows XP the other parties via the network have to use MSN Messenger on an OS other than Windows XP If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera the quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status If the USB Cable is disconnected from the personal computer the Web Camera mode is canceled If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera video cannot be recorded onto a tape or a card 51 With a PC Bi Setting up the Windows Messenger When
78. e Operating Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example other languages are supported as well In this Manual the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Jack is referred to as Camcorder These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or define any terms For this information refer to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer Do not disconnect USB Cable while the operation light of Camcorder is on It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer We recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source for the Camcorder when using USB Connection Kit Data may be lost if the battery power is lost while transferring data If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera while virus checking software is running the Camcorder s operation may stop midway through In this case exit the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger reconnect the Camcorder and restart the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger Do not delete the folders in the memory card such as picture folder Memory card may not be recognized if folders are deleted When the Camcorder is connected to a personal computer in PC Mode it will not be possible to change to other modes To change modes disconnect the USB cable switch the Camcorder Mode Dial then reconnect the USB cable When the Tape Recording Mode of the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode a warning message may be displayed You may simply
79. e balance In some cases they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually pp 31 32 Before turning on the power remove the Lens Cap If the Lens Cap is still attached when the power is turned on Automatic White Balance Adjustment p 30 may not function correctly When the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 5 minutes the power is turned off automatically for tape protection and power conservation If the AC Adaptor is used the power is turned off only when the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode When the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 5 minutes the power is turned off automatically To resume recording from this condition turn off then turn on the power again When the Camcorder is connected to a personal computer with a USB Cable Standby mode is not available Recording on a Tape 1 Set the OFF ON Switch 44 to ON The POWER Lamp lights up Oo c a 2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode SIA m e a s PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button 43 Recording starts After RECORD is displayed it changes to REC 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to pause the recording The PAUSE Indication is displayed E Recording Simultaneous Motion Still Record Mode For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Even if the M
80. e click the amp icon in task tray Hardware disconnect dialog appears 2 Select USB Mass Storage Device Q and click Stop 3 Verify Matshita DVC USB Device is selected and click OK 10058 OK to contr vices Alter the devices are N You can safely disconnect the cable Note on the driver name displayed The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS operating environment and the mode of the Camcorder Windows XP 2000 When the Camcorder is in Tape Recording mode or Tape Playback Mode Panasonic DVC USB SERIAL Driver for WinXXXX COM X The numeral designation after Win will differ depending on the OS The numeral after COM will differ depending on the operating environment of your personal computer When the Camcorder is in PC Mode USB Mass Storage Device or Panasonic DV DISK Port Driver Windows Me When the Camcorder is in PC Mode USB Disk Some OS such as Windows 98SE may not show the icon indicating that you may safely disconnect in task tray OS may be set not to show Make sure Camcorder s Card Access lamp is off and disconnect the cable Also with Windows Me the icon will not be displayed when in Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode CAUTION If you disconnect the USB Cable while the Card Access Lamp is on it may damage the Card data With a PC For Macintosh Removing the USB Cable safely for Maci
81. e corporations Files recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard It may not be possible to play back the files on this Camcorder recorded on and created by other equipment or vice versa For this reason check the compatibility of the equipment in advance 57 With a PC A Ee E About the compatibility of the card files For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Data files recorded on an SD Memory Card or a MultiMediaCard by this Camcorder conform with DCF Design rule for Camera File system established by JEITA Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association If you attempt to play back files recorded with this Camcorder on other equipment or to play back files recorded with other equipment on this Camcorder you may not be able to play them back Please check the compatibility with the other equipment in advance E About the folder structure when using the Memory Card in a personal computer For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a personal computer folders will be displayed as in the figure DCIM DCIM Lfreccoree 100CDPFP misc IM01CDPF PRIVATE MISC VTF TITLE 100CDPFP The images IMGA0001 JPG etc in this folder are recorded in the JPEG format MISC Files in which DPOF Data has been set to the image are in this folder TITLE This
82. e point where they exit from the unit 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 EE ANTENNA la LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP in ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT L NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS 4 POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC NEC ART 250 PART H 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 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo 15 Power Lines An outside antenna system should
83. e previous scene gradually changes to the new scene For other notes concerning this item see page 64 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Playback Mode Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording 1 Set the OFF ON Switch 44 to ON The POWER Lamp lights up 5 o 41 am D Ce aN g e PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 3 Press the lt 4 Button to rewind the tape Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback When the tape reaches the beginning rewinding stops automatically 4 Press the gt Button to start playback The Indication appears If a cassette recorded with copyright protection signal is played back the picture is distorted by mosaic like patterns To Stop Playback Press the m Button 16 E Adjusting the Sound Volume To adjust the volume push the W T Lever to display the VOLUME Indication Push the W T Lever towards T to increase the volume or push the W T Lever towards W to decrease the volume The VOLUME indication disappears immediately after adjustment is made VOLJOG To adjust the volume with the Remote Control press the T or W Button to display the VOLUME Indication Press the T Button to increase the volume or press the W But
84. e sure the service technician has used yourself as opening or removing covers may expose replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all have the same characteristics as the original part servicing to qualified service personnel Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric 19 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this video unit shock or other hazards from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified 21 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or Service personnel under the following conditions repairs to this video unit ask the service technician to a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged perform safety checks to determine that the video unit Precautions is in safe operating order A WARNING USE amp LOCATION TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet Your Camcorder has been designed for outdoor use however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water rain sleet snow sand dust or direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder Do not attempt to disassemble this unit There are no user serviceable parts inside Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning A CAUTION DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIG
85. ecorded on a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 42 Formatting a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 42 Playing Back on Your TV suisse iraina 43 Editing Mode Recording from a Tape onto a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 44 Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Audio Dubbing Remote Control Only ae Copying on an S VHS or a VHS Cassette 45 Using the DV Cable for Recording PC Connection With DV Interface Cable With a PC Using the Software with a Personal Computer 47 Using USB Driver cette To disconnect USB cable safely Using as a Web Camera sssssss Using the DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Optional Software sses iiinis sinini 53 Using the ArcSoft Software PV GS15 Supplied 2 tenen 55 If you no longer need software or driver Uninstall i etat ent 56 crc E 57 Others Indicatioris c ceca it iet rara las 59 Initializing the Modes sessesssssss 60 Warning Alarm Indications 60 Notes and Hints Cautions for Use cdi tren asia trenes 65 Before Requesting Service Problems and Solutions 69 Using the RESET button sss 70 Explanation of Terms sssssssss 71 Specifications Camcorder Accessory System
86. ed in home but will require that the product or parts of the product be removed for shop diagnosis and or repair and then returned For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images including among other things letterbox pictures on standard 4 3 screen TV s or non expanded standard 4 3 pictures on wide screen TV s or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustments misadjustment of consumer controls improper maintenance power line surge lightning damage modification or commercial use such as in a hotel office restaurant or other business rental use of the product service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE THE WARRANTOR IS N
87. elease the FADE Button 16 To The still picture cannot fade in or fade out Backlight Compensation Function This prevents the subject from being recorded too darkly when backlit Backlight is the light that shines from behind the subject being recorded 1 Press the BACK LIGHT Button 10 The r9 Indication flashes and then is displayed The entire screen becomes brighter To Resume Normal Recording Press the BACK LIGHT Button For other notes concerning this item see page 62 MagicPix Function This function allows you to record color images brightly in a dark place without using the Video Flash 1 Press the MAGICPIX Button 8 The MAGICPIX Indication appears EM To Cancel the MagicPix Function Press the MAGICPIX Button again For other notes concerning this item see pages 62 63 om PAMAGICPIX Soft Skin Mode This enables you to record skin colors in a softer tone In order to get the best result avoid background colors similar to the skin color of the subject Otherwise this may result in a softer background lacking in detail 1 Press the SOFT SKIN Button 9 9 The SOFT SKIN To obtain the best effect we recommend to take a bust shot so that the upper part from the breast of the subject can be framed in the screen To Cancel the Soft Skin Mode Press the SOFT SKIN Button Wind Noise Reduction Function This function redu
88. ending on the picture For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Bi Creating a Title Even if the contrast of the Title is adjusted the portions where there is little difference between light and dark and where the boundary between light and dark is unclear may not appear The Title may not be clear if something small is used for it If titles are created the number of images that can be recorded on a Card decreases If the number of images that can be recorded on a Card is small you may not be able to create a title B Adding a Title The Title In Function and Digital Effects cannot be used simultaneously The Title In Function and RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot cannot be used simultaneously When a title is displayed in Tape Playback Mode the title is not output from the DV Terminal The Multi Picture Mode cannot be used once the title is inserted A full colored title made on other equipment cannot be played back or added to the picture with this Camcorder A title with a size than 640 x 480 pixels cannot be displayed When the title is displayed on the Multi screen the recording and the playback cannot be performed During DV input you cannot use Title In Function or display titles on the Multi screen Select the desired titles to display them on the screen before connecting the DV cable to the Camcorder B DPOF
89. eparable failure may occur If sea water splashes onto the Camcorder wet a soft cloth with tap water wring it well and use it to wipe the camera body carefully Then wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized equipment such as a microwave oven TV video game equipment etc If you use the Camcorder on or near a TV images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation Do not use near a cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound Recordings on the tape may be damaged or images may be distorted by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a microprocessor may adversely affect the Camcorder causing the disturbance of images and sounds If the Camcorder is affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly turn off the Camcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again Thereafter turn on the Camcorder power Do not use your Camcorder near radio transmitters or high voltage cables If you record pictures near radio transmitters or high voltage cables recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance purposes or other business use If you use the Camcorder for a long period of time the internal temperature increase
90. er is left in the Recording Pause Mode for 5 minutes it will be turned into the Quick Start Standby Mode To turn the Camcorder on again set the OFF ON Switch to OFF and then set it to ON again The Quick Start Mode will be restored This Function is not activated in the following case Neither a card nor a tape has been inserted while the Tape Card Recording Mode is set In the following cases Quick Start is canceled during the Quick Start Standby Mode Operate the Mode Dial The Battery is replaced If the QUICK START Button is pressed and held for approximately 2 seconds during the Quick Start Standby Mode the Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be turned off If the Camcorder is not operated for approximately 30 minutes when the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights the Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be completely turned off In the Automatic White Balance Mode the color may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning of the recording The zoom magnification differs from when it is in the Quick Start Standby Mode and when the recording starts E Self timer Recording When BEEP SOUND on the INITIAL Sub Menu is set to ON the beep sound will be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self timer Standby Mode By operating the OFF ON Switch Recording Start Stop Button or Mode Dial the Self timer Standby Mode is canceled B Zoom In Out Functions When you are zooming in on a fara
91. ete 30 Macro Close Up cii o potere tene MagicPix Function 5 Manual FOCUS cimil dunes Memory Stop Mirror Mode Mix Mode rient cena ico ea Mosaic Mode nbi caet cric ed Multi Picture Mode cccccccnnccoocccnccccoconcnnnnnccnno 33 N Negative Mode 2 rre 33 P Photoshot nee 25 Picture in Picture Mode mene 34 Picture Size ss Playback Digital Effects ssss 38 Playback with Zoom Lever 36 Playback Zoom Portrait Mode ret enne Program AB uet settore bte Q Quick Start ed dnte mas 26 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others R RapidFire Consecutive Photosho t 26 Recording Chieck orte 24 Recording Speed eee 23 Remaining Battery Power 59 Remaining Tape Time usse 59 Remote Control nr nente 14 Repeat Playbatk o eene 64 Request for Service Notice 75 Review Playback eere 35 S SD Memory Catd ne 57 Self timer Recording ee 27 Self RECORD ici 26 Sensor tag Sepia MOE iii Shutter Speed ursinii Simultaneous Motion Still Record Mode Slide SHOW e ane ei SIM MOJ o Slow Motion Playback Solarisation Mdee aia So nd VOLUME cacon SP LP M
92. f2 1 42 mm F1 8 3 1 35 mm equivalent 39 5 790 mm 20x zoom lens f2 1 46 2 mm F1 8 3 4 35 mm equivalent 39 5 869 mm 22x zoom lens f2 1 50 4 mm F1 8 3 6 35 mm equivalent 39 5 948 mm 24x zoom lens Photoshot Tape Feature Yes No No No Mode Dial d Tape Recording Mode gt Tape Playback Mode 8 Tape Recording Mode Tape Playback Mode Card Recording Mode e Picture Playback Mode Es Tape Recording Mode Tape Playback Mode Card Recording Mode Picture Playback Mode Tape Recording Mode Tape Playback Mode Card Recording Mode Picture Playback Mode Card Feature No Yes Yes Yes Viewfinder Electronic Viewfinder Electronic Viewfinder Liquid Crystal Color Electronic Viewfinder Liquid Crystal Color Electronic Viewfinder LED Video Light No Yes Yes Yes S Video Output Jack No No Yes Yes Microphone No Jack No Yes Yes Contents Before Use Things You Should Know suretinin uais 2 Safety PLECAULIONS sirio tn eee eben Important Safeguards T PRECAUTIONS wats cocco cioe er NR RENE aa End User License Agreement 6 Differences between models QUICK G ulde teer 10 Standard ACCESSO ES uspenn 12 Controls and Components sate The Remote Control PV GS15 Only
93. for 5 seconds or longer the Camcorder switches to Repeat Playback Mode and the R gt Indication appears To cancel Repeat Playback Mode set the OFF ON Switch to OFF Listening to Playback Sound through Headphones If you want to use the headphones to listen to the playback sound set AV JACK on the INITIAL Sub Menu to OUT PHONES and connect the headphones to the PHONES Jack p 13 on the Camcorder In this case no sound including warning and shutter sounds will be reproduced through the built in speaker of the Camcorder Choosing Sound during Playback You can select the sound by using the AUDIO OUT setting on the PLAYBACK Sub Menu STEREO Stereo Sound main sound and sub sound Es Left channel sound main sound R Right channel sound sub sound If you dub a tape recorded at the 12bit selected as the AUDIO REC on the RECORDING Sub Menu playback sound becomes stereo sound regardless of the AUDIO OUT setting if 12bit AUDIO is set to MIX E Index Search Functions Index Search may not be possible at the beginning of the tape Scene Index Search may not function properly if the interval between 2 scene index signals is less than 1 minute E Playback Zoom Function You cannot adjust the sound volume with the Remote Control in Playback Zoom Mode If you turn off the Camcorder power or if you operate the Mode Dial Playback Zoom Mode is automatically canceled Even if Playback
94. formation UPS delivery requires complete street address Ship To Mr Mrs Ms First Last Phone Day Street Address Night City State Zip TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR CAMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1 800 332 5368 6 AM 5 PM M F 6 AM 10 30 AM SAT PACIFIC TIME OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Request for Service Notice Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice In the unlikely event this product needs service Please include your proof of purchase LI LI R t f S N t Failure to do so will delay your repair eques or ervice 0 Ice To further speed your repair please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to Panasonic Services Company 1705 N Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 7847 Attn Camcorder Repair 75 Others Limited Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY PANASONIC SALES COMPANY DIVISION OF DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO INC OF AMERICA A
95. ger need software or driver Uninstall The screens may vary with the type of the OS 1 Select Start gt gt Settings gt gt Control Panel select the software or the driver from Add Remove Programs to uninstall Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the OS Please refer to the user manual of your OS 2 After software or driver is uninstalled please restart your computer For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC SSS E Notes Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc ArcSoft the ArcSoft logo ArcSoft Photolmpression 4 and ArcSoft PhotoBase 4 are trademarks of ArcSoft Inc Microsoft Windows Windows Messenger MSN Messenger and DirectX are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Intel Pentium and Celeron are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation All other names company names product names etc in these instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations The names of the products you are using may differ from the names given in the text Depending on the operating environment and other factors the contents of the screens used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will see on your screen Although the screens in thes
96. has adhered to the head or the tape For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others 1 Remove the tape if it is inserted It takes about 20 seconds to open the Cassette Holder This is not a malfunction 2 Leave the Camcorder with the Cassette Compartment Cover closed to cool or warm it to the ambient temperature When r4 DEW blinks in yellow You cannot use the Tape Recording Playback Mode Leave the Camcorder for about 30 minutes However you can use the Card Recording Mode or Picture Playback Mode when the cassette is not inserted When 4 DEW blinks in red The Power Indicator Lamp blinks for about 1 minute and then the Camcorder automatically turns off Leave it for about 2 to 3 hours 3 Turn the Camcorder on again set it to the Tape Recording Playback Mode and then check if the condensation indication disappears Especially in cold conditions dew may be frozen In this case it may take more time before the condensation indication disappears Watch for Condensation even before the Condensation Indication is displayed The condensation indication may not appear depending on circumstances When condensation occurs on the lens or the Camcorder it also may occur on the head and the tape Do not open the Cassette Compartment Cover When the Lens Is Fogged Set the OFF ON Switch to DFF and leave the Camc
97. he 11 Button on the Remote Control where you want to add new sound C C WES oe aue d REWPLAY FF I 10 5 ISTILLADV PASE STILL ADV ATI 2 Press the A DUB Button on the Remote Control 3 To start Audio Dubbing press the 11 Button on the Remote Control To Cancel Audio Dubbing Press the 11 Button on the Remote Control The Camcorder is in the Still Playback Mode again To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing Set TAPE PLAYBACK MENU gt gt PLAYBACK gt gt 12bit AUDIO gt gt ST1 ST2 or MIX ST1 It plays back only the original sound ST2 It plays back only the sound added by Audio Dubbing MIX It plays back both the original sound and the sound added by Audio Dubbing simultaneously For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Editing Mode To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre recorded Sound When pausing the audio dubbing set the 12bit AUDIO on the PLAYBACK Sub Menu to ST2 and you can check the pre recorded sound When a microphone For PV GS14 PV GS15 is used for audio dubbing use headphones to listen to the pre recorded sound while dubbing the audio When using headphones set AV JACK on the INITIAL to OUT PHONES When the line input is used you can dub audio while listening to the pre recorded sound from the speaker For other notes concerning this item see p
98. ification For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC With a PC Using the Software with a Personal Computer An image stored on the DV Cassette or Memory Card can be transferred to your personal computer E Software Installation For Windows 1 Turn on the personal computer and start up Windows 2 Insert the CD ROM into the personal computer s CD ROM drive The Setup Menu screen appears PV GS15 Supplied PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 Optional Software 3 Select the software to be installed from Setup Menu e USB Driver pp 47 49 Software for USB Driver allows you to transfer images directly from the Memory Card into the computer e WebCam Driver pp 50 53 If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer you can send video from the Camcorder to the other parties via the network DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Optional Software pp 53 55 With DV STUDIO 3 1E SE software your favorite scene on a tape can be captured to your personal computer as a still image Also images viewed through the camera lens can be captured to your personal computer ArcSoft Software pp 55 56 Photolmpression 4 and PhotoBase 4 are included Acrobat Reader Optional Software To view the installed operating instructions Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 0 or higher is required Please install Adobe Acrobat Reader from the CD ROM Option
99. ight G insert it into the Card Slot Q E Recording on a Tape 1 Set the OFF ON Switch to ON The POWER Lamp 6 lights up BO PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 eie 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to pause the recording For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use E Recording a Still Picture on Tape 2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode PV GS9 Only S ERS 1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode 5 lt gt PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 2 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button in the Recording Pause Mode E Recording a Still Picture on Card Photoshot For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode Bi Playing Back a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode E Playing Back a Tape 1 Set the OFF ON Switch to ON The POWER Lamp 6 lights up 2 Start Playback S gt Starting the Slide Show PP Playing back the next picture OD lt 44 Playing back the previous picture i Stop the Slide Show 2 on II Pause the Slide Show 11 Before Use Before Use Standard Accessories Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Camcorder LSJA0288 PV DAC11 K2CB2CB00014 2 3 cR2025 CGR D08R CGR D14 For PV GS9 LSSQ0411 PV GS15 Only PV GS12
100. ightly inferior image quality RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot One more still picture may be recorded after you release the PHOTO SHOT Button The RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot and Title Function cannot be used simultaneously 61 Others EA i When the SELF TIMER is set to ON the Camcorder records the maximum number of recordable pictures depending on the BURST MODE setting When using a card formatted by other equipment intervals between recorded pictures may become large If you repeatedly record or erase pictures intervals between recorded pictures may become large In this case back up your important data on a PC and format your card using this Camcorder E Recording with the Built in LED Video Light The subject should be within 4 9 feet 1 5 metres of the Camcorder Using the LED Video Light reduces battery time Set the LED Video Light to off when not in use Do not look directly into the light If the LED Video light is used with a Conversion lens attached a slight vignetting darkening around edges effect occurs on the screen Using the MagicPix Function at the same time will make conditions even brighter The Video Light brightens images recorded in a dimly lit place however we recommend using it in a bright place in order to obtain high quality images Bi Quick Start During the Quick Start Standby Mode a minute amount of electricity is consumed When the Camcord
101. ignals and recorded on a tape This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration In addition it automatically records data such as Time Code and Date Time as digital signals Compatibility with S VHS or VHS Cassettes Because this Camcorder employs a digital system for recording image and sound data it is not compatible with conventional S VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog recording system The size and shape of the Cassettes are also different Compatibility with Output Signals Because AV signal output from the AV signal output Jack is analog the same as conventional video systems this Camcorder can be connected with S VHS or VHS video or a TV for playback B Focus Auto Focus Adjustment The Auto Focus System automatically moves forward and backward the focusing lens inside the Camcorder to bring the subject into focus so that the subject can be seen clearly However the Auto Focus System does not function properly for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead 1 Recording a subject whose one end is located closer to the Camcorder and the other end farther away from it Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at the center of an image it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both foreground and background 2 Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass
102. ignore it When you are using Windows XP or Windows 2000 you may install or uninstall this software after logging ON by setting the user name to Administrator or to a user name having equivalent authority If you install the USB Driver after the USB Cable is connected or if you do not follow these Operating Instructions the Camcorder will not be recognized correctly In this case delete the USB Driver from Device Manager as described below uninstall the USB Driver and re install it With the Camcorder and personal computer connected via a USB Cable open the Device Manager Right click DVC in Ports or Other devices and select Uninstall IDVC O will differ depending on the OS or operating environment of your personal computer La f I E About the SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 SD Memory Card The SD Memory Card PV GS15 Supplied PV GS12 PV GS14 Optional is virtually the same size as a MultiMediaCard It is an external memory card that is available in larger capacities It has a write protect Switch to prevent data writing and card formatting as well as a copyright protection function SD Logo is a trademark MultiMediaCard Optional The MultiMediaCard is a compact lightweight and removable external memory card All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respectiv
103. ing p 41 LED Video Light is on p 26 59 Others LS GAINUP White Gain up Mode p 26 DPOF Setting completed set to 1 or more picture p 41 640 640 x 480 Image size For images not recorded with this Camcorder the size display is determined as follows according to the number of horizontal pixels 640 640 or more less than 800 The size is not displayed at under 640 pixels SVGA 800 or more less than 1 024 XGA 1 024 or more less than 1 280 SXGA 1 280 or more less than 1 600 UXGA 1 600 or more less than 2048 QXGAl 2 048 or more PICTURE Cyan Photoshot Mode PICTURE Red While Photoshot recording is activated PICTURE Green While the Card being read PIERRE Red No Card Still Picture Mode E To Change the Counter Display Mode By changing C DISPLAY on the DISPLAY Sub Menu you can change the Counter Display Mode to Tape Counter Indication COUNTER 0 00 00 Memory Counter Indication MEMORY M0 00 00 and Time Code Indication TIMECODE Oh00m00s00f p 21 By repeatedly pressing the DISPLAY Button on the Remote Control you can change the Counter Display Mode Bi To Display Date Time Indication To display Date Time Indication set the appropriate Date Time in DATE TIME on the DISPLAY Sub Menu p 21 You can also press the DATE TIME Button of the Remote Control repeatedly to display o
104. ing Removing the Cassette n the case of using a previously recorded Cassette you can use the Blank Search Function p 24 to find the position where you want to continue recording If anew Cassette is inserted rewind to the beginning of the tape before starting recording When inserting the cassette make sure it faces in the right direction and then push it in until it stops When the Cassette Holder is in action do not touch anything except the PUSH mark When closing the Cassette Compartment Cover do not get anything caught in the cover such as a cable of an optional stereo microphone For PV GS14 PV GS15 E Alarm Sounds When BEEP SOUND on the INITIAL Sub Menu on the TAPE RECORDING MENU is set to ON confirmation alarm beeps are issued as follows 1 Beep When you start recording When you switch the OFF ON Switch from OFF to ON 2 Beeps When you pause recording 2 Beeps 4 times If you perform a wrong operation before or during recording E Recording Check For Recording Check the recording speed mode SP LP must be the same as the mode used for the recording If different playback images will be distorted E Recording on a Card Even if the SHTR EFFECT is set to ON the Shutter Effect cannot be recorded on the picture When the color of the screen changes or blurs adjust the shutter speed manually to 1 60 or 1 100 Photoshot Photoshot Recording results in sl
105. ing the displayed contents please carry out the installation according to instructions If a language other than the OS language is selected the characters may not be presented correctly 5 When the component selection screen is displayed check the software to be installed and click Next Sese componer cu wort ital ord ce e caro est Dok y Eno tr x Installation will be completed For Macintosh 1 Turn on computer and start up Macintosh 2 Insert the CD ROM into the CD ROM drive 3 Double click the Panasonic icon Panasonic 4 Double click ArcSoft folder eae 5 Double click PhotoBase or Photolmpression folder 6 Double click English or French folder 7 Double click PhotoBase Installer or Photolmpression Installer Installation begins 8 Follow the instructions on the computer screen until the installation is complete E To start ArcSoft Software For Windows 1 Select Start gt gt All Programs Programs gt gt ArcSoft Software Suite gt gt PhotoBase 4 or Photolmpression 4 For other information about ArcSoft Software please refer to Help E Sikeres For Macintosh 1 Double click the Photolmpression or PhotoBase icon on the desktop For other information about ArcSoft Software please refer to Help For Information on ArcSoft Software TEL 1 510 440 9901 www arcsoft com Web Site If you no lon
106. is displayed Enter C Windows system for Windows 98SE Enter C Windows options CABS for Windows Me If the kstvtune ax file is missing in one of the 2 above mentioned folders insert the OS CD ROM and assign the path 2 The message The file ksclockf ax on Unknown cannot be found is displayed Enter C Windows system If the ksclockf ax file is missing in the above mentioned folder insert the OS CD ROM and assign the path 3 The message MTDV98M3 pdr is not found is displayed Enter CAWindowsIsystemlOSUBSYS 4 The message MTDV98M3 sys is not found is displayed Enter C Windows SYSTEM32 DRIVERS You may click Browse to look for and assign the path E Connecting the Personal Computer and Camcorder Please install the USB Driver first before connecting the Camcorder to your Personal Computer with the USB Cable Before making these connections turn off all devices which are to be connected When using the USB Connection Kit use of the AC Adaptor is recommended for the power supply of the Camcorder B For Using Built in SD Drive For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 By connecting the Camcorder and Personal Computer with the USB Cable you can transfer still images saved on a Memory Card directly to your Personal Computer For Windows 1 Insert the Memory Card into the Camcorder 2 Set the Camcorder to PC Mode I
107. it forward to the lens side you can let the subject in front of the Camcorder monitor the shot while recording is in progress When the LCD Monitor is opened the Viewfinder is disabled automatically However when the LCD Monitor is rotated forward the image is also shown in the Viewfinder If you prefer to have the image on the LCD Monitor to look like an image in a mirror set SELF REC on the LCD EVF Sub Menu to MIRROR Images are recorded normally and no left and right reversal occurs Recording with the Built in LED Video Light For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 To brighten the natural colors in a scene Gain Up mode works with the Built in Video Light to enhance the light s brightness 1 Press the LIGHT Button 11 o The Built in LED Video Light lights and the Gain Up mode is set to on Gain Up mode will be brighter than when only the Video Light is on however ghost images will appear 2 Press the LIGHT Button Gain Up mode is set to off To eliminate ghost images use this mode 3 Press the LIGHT Button The Video Light turns off Pressing the LIGHT Button again returns to 0 0 8 gt gt GAINUP 3D J For other notes concerning this item see page 62 Quick Start By pressing the QUICK START Button 42 the Camcorder will be ready for recording in approximately 1 3 seconds after it is turned on 1 Press the QU
108. le 2 Use by a Third Party Licensee may not use copy modify transfer or allow any third party whether free of charge or not to use copy or modify the Software except as expressly provided for in this Agreement Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software Licensee may make a single copy of the Software in whole or in part solely for back up purpose Article 4 Computer Licensee may only use the Software on a single computer at a single location Article 5 Reverse Engineering Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not reverse engineer decompile or disassemble the Software except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides Matsushita or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee s reverse engineering decompiling or disassembly of the Software Article 6 Limitation of Liability The Software is provided AS IS without warranty of any kind either expressed or implied including but not limited to warranties of non infringement merchantability and or fitness for a particular purpose Further Matsushita does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free Matsushita or any of its distributors or dealers will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee s use of the Software Article 7 Export Control
109. ltage drops excessively and the Battery will not function even after it is recharged E About AC Adaptor If the temperature of the Battery is extremely high or extremely low the CHARGE Lamp may continue flashing and the Battery may not be charged After the temperature of the Battery has decreased or increased sufficiently charging starts automatically If the CHARGE Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently the Battery or AC Adaptor may be faulty In this case please contact a dealer If the Battery is warm charging takes a longer time than normal If you use the AC Adaptor near a radio radio reception may be disturbed Keep the AC Adaptor 3 feet 1 meter or more away from radio When using the AC Adaptor it may generate whirring sounds However this is normal After use be sure to pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack If they are left connected a minute amount of current is consumed Keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and Battery always clean Condensation If you turn the Camcorder on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape Condensation Indication 4 DEW yellow or red blinks on the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor and the messages DEW DETECTED or EJECT TAPE only when the tape is inserted appear In this case follow the procedure below Blinking in yellow Dew is slightly adhering to the head or the tape Blinking in red Dew
110. n Recording 45W Recording Format Mini DV Consumer use Digital Video SD Format Tape Used 6 35 mm digital video tape Recording Playback Time SP 80 min LP 120 min with DVM80 Video Recording System Digital Component Television System EIA Standard 525 lines 60 fields NTSC color signal Audio Recording System PCM Digital Recording 16 bit 48 kHz 2ch 12 bit 32 kHz 4ch Image Sensor 1 6 inch CCD Image Sensor Lens Auto Iris F1 8 Focal Length 2 1 50 4 mm PV GS15 2 1 46 2 mm PV GS14 2 1 42 mm PV GS9 PV GS12 Macro Full Range AF Filter Diameter 27 mm Zoom 20 1 Power Zoom PV GS9 PV GS12 22 1 Power Zoom PV GS14 24 1 Power Zoom PV GS15 Monitor 2 5 inch LCD Viewfinder Color Electronic Viewfinder PV GS14 PV GS15 Electronic Viewfinder PV GS9 PV GS12 Microphone Stereo Speaker 1 round speaker 20 mm Standard Illumination 1 400 Ix Minimum Required Illumination 2 Ix MagicPix Mode Video Output Level 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm S Video Output Level For PV GS14 PV GS15 Y Output 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm C Output 0 286 Vp p 75 ohm Audio Output Level Line 316 mV 600 ohm Mic Input For PV GS14 PV GS15 Mic sensitivity 50 dB 0 dB 1 V Pa 1 kHz Stereo mini jack USB Card reader writer function For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 USB 2 0 compliant max 12 Mbps No copyright protection support Digital Interface DV Input Output Jack IEEE 1394 4 pin Dimensions Approx 87 H x 69
111. n be used on operating systems using other languages When DirectX9 0 is installed applications supported by previous versions of DirectX may not run For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC E Installing WebCam Driver 1 Turn on the personal computer and start up Windows 2 Insert the CD ROM into the personal computer s CD ROM drive Quit all applications The Setup Menu Screen appears PV GS15 Supplied Optional Software 3 Click the WebCam Driver The set up program starts running 4 For Windows XP users Depending on your system environment installation of DirectX9 0b may be required Click Yes and continue with installation After DirectX9 0b is installed the computer will restart Do not remove the CD ROM 5 Finish installation by following the on screen instructions Click Next and proceed with installation After completing the installation click Finish E Connecting the Camcorder to Personal Computer For Using as a Web Camera 1 Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode D 2 Sm PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 2 Set CAMERA or PLAYBACK USB FUNCTION WEB CAMERA PV GS9 PV GS 12 PV GS14 3 Connect the Camcorder to your personal computer with USB Cable i WEB is displayed on th
112. n image in black and white 14 Solarisation Mode SOLARI It records an image with a painting like effect To Select a Desired Digital Effect Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT 1 or EFFECT2 gt gt a desired Digital Effect To Cancel the Digital Effect Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT 1 or EFFECT2 gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see pages 63 64 E Multi Picture Mode Strobe Multi Picture Mode You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures Manual Multi Picture Mode X You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 gt gt MULTI 2 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU DIGITAL MULTI MODE STROBE or MANUAL 3 Press the MULTI Button 20 tee If MANUAL is selected press the MULTI Button at each scene you want to capture 33 Recording Mode Deleting All the Captured Multi Pictures While 9 multi pictures are displayed press the MULTI Button If MANUAL has been selected press the MULTI Button after 9 pictures are displayed To Display the Multi Pictures Again Press the MULTI Button for 1 second or longer To Delete Multi Pictures One by One When pictures were captured in MANUAL When the MULTI Button is pressed for 1 second or longer while the still pictures are displaye
113. nctionis onte potete e a cene 29 Soft Skin Mode Wind Noise Reduction Function Cinema Function ica vtitur tha ene Recording in Special Situations s Recording in Natural Colors Adjusting White Balance Manually 31 Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment z Manual Iris Adjustment sss 32 Manual Focus Adjustment 32 Digital Effect Functions eee 33 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Playback Mode Playing Backa Tape eet ede 35 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back 35 Slow Motion Playback Remote Control Only 36 Still Playback Still Advance Playback 36 Index Search Functions Remote Control Only erre 37 Playback Zoom Function Remote Control Only cernes 37 Playback Digital Effect Functions 38 Playing Back a Memory Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 38 Slide Show For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 39 Creating a Title For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 40 Adding a Title For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 40 Writing Printing Data on a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 41 Protecting the Files on a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 41 Deleting the Files R
114. not b If any liquid has been spilled into or objects have be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or fallen onto the video unit other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall c Ifthe video unit has been exposed to rain or water into such power lines or circuits When installing an d If the video unit does not operate normally by outside antenna system extreme care should be taken following the operating instructions Adjust only to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as those controls that are covered by the operating contact with them might be fatal instructions as an improper adjustment of other 16 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and controls may result in damage and will often extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or require extensive work by a qualified technician to electric shock restore the video unit to its normal operation 17 Objects and Liquids Never push objects of any kind e Ifthe video unit has been dropped or the cabinet into this video unit through openings as they may touch has been damaged dangerous voltage peints or short out parts that could f When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any performance this indicates a need for service kind onto ihe videa unit e 20 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are 18 Servicing Do not attempt to service this video unit required b
115. ntosh Drop the NO_NAME icon which appeared when you connected the Camcorder with the USB Cable into the recycle bin then disconnect the USB Cable If the above operation is not performed correctly when data is copied from the personal computer to an SD Memory Card the copied data may be damaged Even when the following operations are performed the same results will occur as when the USB Cable is removed above Therefore it is imperative that the above operation is completed before proceeding When Camcorder power is turned OFF ON de Using as a Web Camera If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to the other parties via the network Do not connect the USB Cable until the WebCam Driver is installed This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system Please see chart below Send Receive Software Windows Messenger Windows XP Windows XP Windows 98SE Me 2000 Windows 98SE Me 2000 Messenger Windows XP Windows 98SE Me 2000 E Operating environment OS IBM PC AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional In this case of Windows XP SP1 or later is needed Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me Millennium Edition Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition CPU Intel Pentium II Celeron 30
116. o Help If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera continuously for two hours the communication is automatically shut OFF In this case restart MSN Messenger and set up the communication again When access is finished close MSN Messenger then turn off the Camcorder Finally disconnect the USB Cable Using the DV STUDIO 3 1E SE Optional Software Following Software is not supplied with the Camcorder LSFT0577 DV STUDIO 3 1E SE K1HAOSCD0005 USB Cable er The Software allows you to capture a still image from your motion video on the tape and transfer to a PC If you would like to order please refer to page 74 E Operating environment OS IBM PC AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional Microsoft Windows Me Millennium Edition Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition CPU Intel Pentium II Celeron 300 MHz or higher including compatible CPU Graphic display High Color 16 bit or more Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more RAM 32 MB or more 64 MB or more recommended 128 MB or more required for Windows XP 256 MB or more recommended Free hard disk space At least 20 MB Ports USB Jack Other requirements Mouse 53 With a PC The DV STUDIO 3 1E SE cannot be operated on 5 After the completion of setup click on Finish Windows 2000 5 When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a EUM personal computer or when devices are
117. o pull out the Card to turn off the Camcorder or to turn the Mode Dial Such actions will damage the Card and recorded data and cause the Camcorder to malfunction Turning on the Camcorder Turn on the power first and then select modes E How to Turn on the Power 1 Set the OFF ON Switch to ON while pressing the button The POWER Lamp lights up lo 1 o 41 a E How to Turn off the Power 2 Set the OFF ON Switch to OFF while pressing the button dc Easy to Use Mode Dial You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial 1 Rotate the Mode Dial 40 SEN DN PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS9 PV GS15 MB Tape Recording Mode Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape Also you can record still pictures on the card simultaneously while recording on a tape For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Tape Playback Mode Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape O Card Recording Mode For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Use this mode when recording still pictures on a card Picture Playback Mode For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card PC Mode For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to your Personal Computer For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use Using the Viewfinder L
118. ode Spanish Quick Use Guide Sports Mode comia Spotlight Mode Still Advance Playback StretchiMode n erm teer eec Strobe Mode Surf amp Snow MOIS nenene T Time Code Trailing Effect Mode U USB Connection Kit iiis 47 V Variable Speed Search sss 36 Video Head Clogging enne 67 MIeWfilider rro ei data 19 68 Ww Web Camera ccceccceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeteeeeenneees White Balance Wipo Mode cerent Z ZOOITL eaaa a D eeu 27 Zoom Microphone cerni p torna teer Re qus 27 83 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company PSC Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Printed in Indonesia Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina LSQT0802 A Puerto Rico 00985 S0104A1024
119. ode Dial is set to Tape Recording Mode and the recording to a tape is in progress you can also record a still picture on a card by pressing the PHOTO SHOT Button E To Check the Recording By pressing the Button briefly in the Recording Pause Mode you can play back the last few seconds of the recorded scene The CHK Indication is displayed After checking the Camcorder resumes the Recording Pause Mode For other notes concerning this item see page 61 B Finding the End of Recording Blank Search Function The Blank Search Function aids you in locating the end of the recording on the Cassette quickly 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU or TAPE PLAYBACK MENU gt gt INITIAL gt gt BLANK SEARCH gt gt YES The BLANK Indication appears during the Blank Search Approximately 1 second before the last recorded Scene the Camcorder switches to the Recording Pause Mode or the Still Playback Mode If there is no blank left on the Cassette the Camcorder stops at the end of the tape For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode To Cancel Blank Search Before Completion Press the m Button Bi Digital Still Picture When the STILL Button is pressed images become still pictures When the button is pressed again the Digital Still Picture Mode is canceled We recommend that you press the ST
120. on 19 3 Press the MULTI Button 20 f File Name For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Playback Mode 4 Press the 11 m lt q pp 13 14 16 17 Button to select a desired title J The selected title is marked with a frame 5 Press the MULTI Button 20 The selected title is displayed Recording and Photoshot Recording can be made with pictures that have titles To Clear the Title Display Set DIGITAL gt gt TITLE IN gt gt OFF Or press the TITLE Button on the Remote Control For other notes concerning this item see page 65 Writing Printing Data on a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 DPOF Setting DPOF Setting Printing data DPOF Settings such as the number of images to be printed can be written to the Card DPOF means Digital Print Order Format 1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode rc 2 Set PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU EDITING DPOF SET YES VARIABLE NS When all images are not printed select ALL 0 3 Select a desired picture and press the ENTER Button 15 The selected picture is marked with a frame The number of prints set by DPOF Q is displayed 4 Press the p gt Button or Button to select the number of pictures to be printed and press the ENTER Button 15
121. or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at http www panasonic com support or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo You may also contact us directly at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9 am 9 pm Saturday Sunday 10 am 7 pm EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 877 833 8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at http www pasc panasonic com or send your request by E mail to npcparts panasonic com You may also contact us directly at 1 800 332 5368 Phone 1 800 237 9080 Fax Only Monday Friday 9 am to 8 pm EST Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 We Accept Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express and Personal Checks For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 866 605 1277 Product Repairs Centralized Factory Servicenter Panasonic Services Company MAIL TO 1705 N Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 7847 Attention Camcorder Repair Please carefully pack and ship prepaid and insured to the Elgin Centralized Factory Servicenter Customer s in Puerto Rico please ship or carry in to location below Service in Puerto Rico Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gab
122. order in this condition for about 1 hour When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature the fog disappears naturally Bi Video Head Clogging and Care If the heads the parts that make contact with the tape are dirty mosaic pattern noise may appear on the playback image or the screen as a whole becomes black If the heads are extremely dirty recording performance deteriorates and in the worst case the Camcorder cannot record at all Causes of Dirty Heads Large quantity of dust in the air High temperature and high humidity environment Damaged tape Long operating hours Using Panasonic cleanig cassette AY DVMCLA 1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Camcorder in the same manner as a Video Cassette 2 Press the gt Button and approximately 20 seconds later press the m Button Do not rewind the tape 3 Take out the Head Cleaner Insert a Video Cassette and start recording Then play the tape back to check the recorded image 4 If the image is not still clear repeat Steps 1 to 3 Do not use the Head Cleaner 3 times or more consecutively Notes Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner Rewind only when the tape reaches the end and then use it again from the beginning in the same manner as before If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning the tape may be damaged In this case immediately stop using that Cassette Do not clean the he
123. p 30 SHTR EFFECT Shutter Effect p 25 SELF TIMER Self timer Recording p 27 2 DIGITAL Digital Setup Sub Menu TITLE IN Adding a Title p 40 3 CARD Card Setup Sub Menu PICT QUALITY Picture Quality p 25 CREATE TITLE Title Creation p 40 BURST MODE RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot p 26 4 DISPLAY Display Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display Mode p 60 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 60 5 LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 19 SELF REC Recording Yourself p 26 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 19 6 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu AV JACK AV Jack pp 13 65 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 15 BEEP SOUND Beep Sound p 61 CLOCK SET Date and Time Setting p 23 INITIAL SET Initial Setting Mode p 60 B C PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Picture Playback Menu Ui MENU EXIT 1 DELETE Deleting a File Sub Menu FILE BY SEL Selecting and Deleting a File p 42 ALL FILES Deleting All Files p 42 TITLE BY SEL Selecting and Deleting a Title p 42 2 EDITING Editing a File Sub Menu FILE LOCK Setting the Lock p 41 DPOF SET Setting DPOF p 41 CARD FORMAT Formatting a Card p 42 3 DIGITAL Playback Digital Setup Sub Menu TITLE IN Adding a Title p 40 4 DISPLAY Display Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display
124. r change the Date Time Indication E To Change the Display Mode By changing DISPLAY on the DISPLAY Sub Menu you can change the Display Mode to All Function Display ALL and Minimum Display OFF p 21 E Progressive Photoshot You cannot use the Progressive Photoshot Function in the following cases When using Tape Recording Mode Digital Effect Modes in EFFECT1 Digital Zoom D ZOOM 1 750 s or faster shutter speed When brightness is insufficient When the MagicPix Function is ON When the Portrait is used When using Card Recording Mode When brightness is insufficient When the MagicPix Function is ON Initializing the Modes You can change the Menu settings back to the shipping condition 1 Set INITIAL gt gt INITIAL SET gt gt YES The initializing takes a little while After the initializing is completed the COMPLETED Indication appears with beeps Initializing will not erase a clock setting p 23 that has been adjusted Warning Alarm Indications If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes please check the condition of the Camcorder DEW DEW DETECTED EJECT TAPE Condensation has occurred pp 66 67 Se CHECK REC TAB The accidental erasure prevention slider on the inserted Cassette is open that is set to SAVE You are attempting Audio dubbing or Digital dubbing on a Tape while setting the accidental erasure prevention slider to SAVE Bl T
125. rd formatted on other equipment e g PC might be unusable or it might take more time for recording We recommend that you use this equipment to format the Card For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Playback Mode Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Camcorder with your TV the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen Before connecting them turn off the power of both the Camcorder and TV 1 Connect the AV OUT Jack of the Camcorder and the Video and Audio Input Jacks of the TV S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN 1 For PV GS14 PV GS15 Connect to the TV with the AV Cable If the TV has an S Video Jack connect the S Video Cable not supplied too For PV GS14 PV GS15 When plugging the pin plug of the AV cable into the AV OUT Jack plug it in as far as it goes To Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Press the OSD Button on the Remote Control START DATE PHOTO oso Time suor STOP e Les BE DISPLAY RESET TITLE MULTI P INP REC A DUB For other notes concerning this item see page 65 43 Editing Mode Editing Mode Recording from a Tape onto a Card For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette 1 Set the Mode Dial
126. riel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 As of October 2003 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Spanish Quick Use Guide Guia Para Uso Rapido Precauciones para su seguridad ADVERTENCIA Para evitar incendios y descargas el ctricas no exponga este equipo a la lluvia ni a la humedad Su N Camcorder est dise ada para grabar y reproducir en el modo de Reproducci n Est ndar SP y modo Largo LP Se recomienda el uso s lo de cintas de cassette que hayan sido probadas e inspeccionadas para su uso en aparatos VCR con la marca IN Este s mbolo tiene por finalidad alertar al usuario acerca de la presencia de tensi n sin aislaci n en PRECAUCION el interior del producto que puede tener la RIESGO DE DESCARGA EL CTRICA intensidad suficiente como para causar descargas NO ABRIR el ctricas Por lo tanto hacer contacto con cualquier pieza en el interior de la unidad es PRECAUCI N PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE peligroso DESCARGA EL CTRICA NO QUITE LA p ee CUBIERTA O PARTE POSTERIOR Este s mbolo tiene por finalidad alertar al usuario EL APARATO NO TIENE EN SU INTERIOR PIEZAS de la presencia de importantes instrucciones de QUE PUEDAN SERREPARADAS POR EE USUARIO operaci n y mantenimiento en la literatura incluida SOLICITE TODA REPARACI N A PERSONAL DE onla unidad Por lo
127. rightening a dark scene 4 8 Spotlight Mode For recording a subject under a spotlight 5 87 Surf amp Snow Mode For recording in glaring surroundings such as ski slopes beaches etc To Cancel the Program AE Function Set the PROG AE on the CAMERA Sub menu to OFF Or set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO For other notes concerning this item see page 63 Recording in Natural Colors White Balance Depending on the scene or lighting conditions the Automatic White Balance Adjustment Mode may not be able to bring out natural colors In this case the white balance can be adjusted manually When the Camcorder is turned on with the Lens Cap on the Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function properly Please turn on the Camcorder after removing the Lens Cap 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL The MNL Indication appears 2 Press the ENTER Button 15 The AWB Indication appears 3 Press the gt gt Button or lt 4 Button to select a desired White Balance Mode For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode 1 Automatic White Balance Adjustment AWB B About White Balance Sensor 2 The white balance setting that was previously The White Balance Sensor 31 determines the set manually yi nature of the light source during recording 3 Outdoor Mode
128. rry In 21 CRT and Smaller In Home or Carry In 22 CRT 1 800 211 PANA 7262 and Larger In Home or Carry In 1 888 843 9788 Days Days Days Days 90 90 90 90 Ten 10 Days Not Applicable Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts warranty period there will be no charge for parts You must carry in or mail in your product or arrange for in home service as applicable during the warranty period If non rechargeable batteries are included they are not warranted This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold as is A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service Carry In Mail in or In Home Service For Carry In Mail In or In Home Service as applicable in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site http www panasonic com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company 787 750 4300 or fax 787 768 2910 In Home service if applicable requires clear complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re installation of an installed product It is possible that certain in home repairs will not be complet
129. s and consequently this may cause malfunction This Camcorder is not intended for business use When you use your Camcorder on a beach or similar place do not let sand or fine dust get into the Camcorder Sand or dust may damage the Camcorder or Cassette Care should be taken when inserting and removing the Cassette Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Camcorder If the Camcorder is sprayed with such chemicals the camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the Camcorder for a long period of time Do not use benzine thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Camcorder The Camcorder body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off Before cleaning detach the Battery or pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack Wipe the Camcorder with a soft dry cloth To remove stubborn stains wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth For storing or transporting the Camcorder place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so as to prevent the coating on the camera body from being worn After use be sure to take the Cassette out and detach the Battery from the Camcorder or pull out the AC Cable from AC Jack If the Cassette is left in the Camcorder the tape sags and deteriorates If the Battery is left on the Camcorder for a long time the vo
130. s built in speaker but connecting a headphone etc deactivates it When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this jack plug it in as far as it goes When using headphones set INITIAL gt gt AV JACK gt gt OUT PHONES Microphone Jack MIC For PV GS14 PV GS15 When connecting an external microphone or audio equipment to this jack the built in microphone does not operate A compatible plug in powered microphone can be used Please consult your dealer for more information The microphone may make noises depending on the type used In this case we recommend using the battery with the Camcorder to reduce noises instead of the AC Adaptor Viewfinder pp 19 68 Due 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 Eyepiece Corrector Knob p 19 Photoshot Button PHOTO SHOT pp 25 26 Cassette Eject Lever OPEN EJECT p 17 DC Input Jack DC IN p 15 S Video Output Jack S VIDEO OUT For PV GS14 PV GS15 pp 43 45 Mode Dial p 18 Power Lamp POWER p 18 Quick Start Recording Button QUICK START p 26 Quick Start Recording Lamp p 26 Recording Start Stop Button p 24 Power Switch OFF ON pp 18 24 tl Shoulder Strap Holders p 17 Grip Belt p 16 Battery Holder Battery Eject Switch BATTERY RELEAS
131. starting the Windows Messenger for the first time its setup screen is displayed However the screen is not displayed if the Windows Messenger setup has already been done For more details please read the corresponding Help file 1 Click Click here to sign in Messenger EOR 2 Select NET Messaging Service and click OK Sign into V NET Messaging Service CP Communications Service Exchange Messaging Service Exa N 3 Click Next when the NET Passport Wizard dialog appears Add a NET Passport to your Windows XP user account 4 Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed 5 After the setup is completed sign in and start the Windows Messenger Windows Messenger EBR Ele Actions Toob palmcorder23 eo Ex 2 All Contacts 0 3 AL ovc coffre tio oiv A Palncorder Offline 6 Click on Audio Tuning Wizard in the Tools menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly 7 Select USB Video Device in the Camera menu 8 Select DVC in the Microphone menu Cum For other information about Windows Messenger please refer to Help When access is finished close Windows Messenger then turn off the Camcorder Finally disconnect the USB Cable If the Camcorder is used as Web Camera continuously for two hours the communication is automatically shut OFF In this case restart Windows Messenger and set up
132. starts flashing O OUR E CINEMA D ZOOM MULTI P IN P WIPE MIX STROBE TRAIL MOSAIC MIRROR STRETCH SLIM NEGA SEPIA B W SOLARI ZOOM 12 bit 16 bit BY eS Tape Recording Mode p 24 Tape Playback Mode p 35 Card Recording Mode p 25 For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Picture Playback Mode p 38 For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 PC Mode p 48 For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Cinema Mode pp 29 30 Digital Zoom p 27 Multi Mode p 33 P IN P Mode p 33 Wipe Mode p 33 Mix Mode p 33 Strobe Mode p 33 Trailing Effect Mode p 33 Mosaic Mode p 33 Mirror Mode p 33 Stretch Mode p 33 Slim Mode p 33 Negative Mode p 33 Sepia Mode p 33 Black amp White Mode p 33 Solarisation Mode p 33 Playback Zoom p 37 Standard Play Mode Recording Speed Mode p 23 Long Play Mode Recording Speed Mode p 23 Index signal recording p 37 Search Number p 37 Zoom Magnification Indication pp 27 28 Automatic Mode p 24 Manual Mode pp 30 32 Image Stabilizer p 28 Audio Recording Mode p 23 Manual Focus p 32 Back Light Mode p 29 Sports Mode Program AE p 30 Portrait Mode Program AE p 30 x lt I lt UL H gt KK DD CHK A DUB A DUB BLANK RP 2X p 1 500 SLIDE gt SLIDE F2 4 AWB Nh TN MAGICPIX Z MIC WIND CUT Pr SOFT S
133. stment Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO For other notes concerning this item see page 63 Manual Iris Adjustment F Number You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL cmi Sa SS al MANUAL The MNL Indication appears 2 Press the ENTER Button until the Iris Indication appears 7 CC 3 Press the p gt Button or 4 Button to adjust the iris Range of Iris Adjustment CLOSE Closed F16 F2 0 OP Opened 0GB OP 18dB When a value closer to CLOSE is selected the image becomes darker When a value closer to OP 18dB is selected the image becomes brighter The value to which dB is attached indicates a Gain up value If this value is too large the quality of the image deteriorates To Resume Automatic Adjustment Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO For other notes concerning this item see page 63 Manual Focus Adjustment Focus can be adjusted manually for recording in a situation where auto focus may not function well 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL y sa a MANUAL The MNL Indication appears 2 Slide the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to FOCUS The gt MF Indication Manual Focus Mode appears MNL PMF 3 Press the gt gt Button 14 or lt 4 Button to adjust the focus
134. sure to keep the Lens Hood attached to the Camcorder so as to shut out unnecessary light Before Requesting Service Problems and Solutions The Camcorder power cannot be turned on Is the power source connected correctly pp 15 16 The Camcorder power is turned off automatically When the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 5 minutes the power is turned off automatically for tape protection and power conservation If the AC Adaptor is used the power is turned off only when the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode When the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 5 minutes the power is turned off automatically To resume recording from this condition turn off then turn on the power again pp 24 25 The Camcorder power does not stay on long enough Is the Battery low Charge the Battery or attach a fully charged Battery p 15 Has condensation occurred Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears pp 66 67 Battery runs down quickly Is the Battery fully charged Charge it with the AC Adaptor p 15 Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold place In cold places the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter p 68 Has the Battery worn out If the operating time is still too short even after the Battery is fully charged the Battery has worn out The Battery cannot be charged f the DC Cable is connected to
135. t connecting the USB cable to the PC in Picture Playback Mode CANNOT USE USB CHANGE MODE The USB cable is connected to the Camcorder in Card Recording Mode or Picture Playback Mode CANNOT OPERATE You are attempting to record pictures on a Card while connecting the USB cable to the Camcorder in Tape Recording Playback Mode UNABLE TO WRITE MULTI RECORDING The PHOTO SHOT Button is pressed when you are recording pictures on a Tape while setting the Digital Effect MULTI of EFFECT1 UNABLE TO WRITE The Recording Start Stop Button is pressed when you are recording still pictures on the Card CASSETTE DOOR OPENED Close the Cassette Compartment Cover before recording NO TITLE Titles are not recorded UNABLE TO WRITE WIDE MODE You are attempting to record pictures of S1 signal with aspect ratio 16 9 by pressing the PHOTO SHOT Button FILE LOCKED You are attempting to erase protected files CARD LOCKED The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to LOCK DISCONNECT USB CABLE You are attempting to turn the Mode Dial or turn the Camcorder off in PC Mode while connecting the USB cable to the Camcorder Notes and Hints E Concerning the Power Supply When the Camcorder has been used for a long time the Camera body becomes warm but this is not a malfunction If the CHARGE Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to the AC Adaptor detach the Battery and reattach it B Insert
136. t enters PC Connecting Mode 4 Open My Computer and click Removable Disk Q For Windows 98SE Me 2000 users Click Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer and then OK For Windows XP users For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC Windows XP Windows 98SE Me 2000 a BIE You can view images stored on the Memory Card and also save them to your hard disk Please do not change file or folder names on the Personal Computer The images on the Memory Card may not be able to be viewed on the Camcorder For Macintosh OS Mac OS X v 10 1 X v 10 2 CPU iMac iBook or Power Book G4 Power Mac G4 or Power Mac G5 RAM 64 MB or more 1 Insert the Memory Card into the Camcorder 2 Set the Camcorder to PC Mode 3 Connect the Camcorder to your Macintosh with USB Cable iMac 4 Double click the NO NAME icon You can view images stored on the Memory Card and also save them to your hard disk Please do not change file or folder names on the Personal Computer The images on the Memory Card may not be able to be viewed on the Camcorder To disconnect USB cable safely For Windows If USB Cable is disconnected while computer is on error dialog may appear In such case click OK and close the dialog box By following the steps below you can disconnect the cable safely 1 Doubl
137. t incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Before opening the CD ROM package PV GS15 Supplied PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 Optional Software please read the following End User License Agreement for USB Driver WebCam Driver and DV STUDIO Optional Software You Licensee are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement Agreement on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Matsushita its distributors or dealers from which you made the purchase Article 1 License Licensee is granted the right to use the software including the information recorded or described on the CD ROM instruction manuals and any other media provided to Licensee collectively Software but all applicable rights to patents copyrights trademarks and trade secrets in the Software are not transferred to Licensee Artic
138. tem 6 Press the 11 m to select the desired mode and press the ENTER 15 Button to determine the setting While 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 A V lt P Buttons and ENTER Button on the Remote Control p 14 To Return to the Previous Screen Press the e Button 17 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 Camcorder is turned off However if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Camcorder the selected setup may not be retained nal Menu operation flow is shown in this text by gt gt B File Selection in the Picture Playback Mode For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 A File Selection Operation may be necessary during Menu Operations In this case carry out the following procedure 1 Press the 11 m lt lt gt gt Button and select a file The selected file is marked by a frame PICTURE EP by K neam es Om lt A fi E No 25 100 0012 2 Press the ENTER Button to confirm the selection of the file After the above File Selection Procedure carry out the various Menu Operations The above procedure will not be repeated in the following instructions List of Menus The figures of the
139. the AC Adaptor charging cannot be performed Disconnect the DC Cable BuIp1099y JEWION JUI Te eT 19470 Recording does not start although power is supplied to the Camcorder and the Cassette is correctly inserted s the accidental erasure prevention slider on the Cassette open If it is open set to SAVE recording cannot be performed p 17 s the tape wound to the end Insert a new Cassette p 17 s the Camcorder power turned on p 24 Has condensation occurred Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears pp 66 67 Auto Focus Function does not work s Manual Focus Mode selected If Auto Focus Mode is selected focus is automatically adjusted pp 32 71 There are some recording subjects and recording surroundings for which the Auto Focus Function does not operate correctly In this case use the Manual Focus Mode to adjust the focus p 32 Audio dubbing cannot be performed s the accidental erasure prevention slider on the Cassette open If it is open set to SAVE recording cannot be performed p 17 Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that suoneoipu GTO SIE Br SLT TATE was recorded in LP Mode LP Mode does not allow audio dubbing to operate p 23 The Time Code becomes inaccurate The Time Code Indication counter may not be constant in the reverse direction in Slow Motion Playback Mode but this is not a malfunction The Remaining
140. the communication again E Setting up the MSN Messenger When starting the MSN Messenger for the first time its setup screen is displayed However the screen is not displayed if the MSN Messenger setup has already been done For more details please read the corresponding Help file 1 Click Sign In ipi xi Ele Contacts Actions Tools Help msi Click below to sign in For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC 2 Type in your Sign in name and password If you do not have your Sign in name and password click Get one here xi T Jd E CUI S ia mynamet com Don t have a P t pla coin jonit have a Passport Get one here Password k T Remember my name and password on this computer Eorgot your password Cancel 3 Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed 4 After the setup is completed sign in and start the MSN Messenger 5 Click on Audio Tuning Wizard in the Tools menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly Ecblsh My Phone Number Edt My Me msn messenger z 6 Select USB Audio Device in the Microphone menu e 7 Click Web Camera Settings in the Tools menu msn Messenger 8 Confirm the Panasonic DVC Web Camera Device is selected E For other information about MSN Messenger please refer t
141. the following items are displayed lt A gt SETUP D MENU EXIT LCD Brightness LCD BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen LCD Color Level LCD COLOR LEVEL Adjusts the color saturation of the image on the LCD screen Brightness of the Viewfinder EVF BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder To Adjust Press the 11 m Button and select the item to be adjusted and then press the lt lt pp Button to raise or lower the number of vertical bars in the Bar Indication More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or color saturation For other notes concerning this item see page 68 Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup this Camcorder displays various function setups on Menus When operating the menu with the Viewfinder set LCD EVF gt gt EVF ON AUTO gt gt ON or rotate the LCD Monitor by 180 1 Press the MENU Button 19 19 Before Use The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the Mode Dial 40 is displayed pA Qe PV GS12 PV GS9 PV GS14 PV GS15 2 Press the 11 m Button to select a desired Sub Menu Press the 11 I Button to display the highlighted item 3 Press the p gt Button 14 to display the selected Sub Menu 4 Press the 11 m Button to select the item 5 Press the p gt Button 14 to display the selected i
142. ting the OFF ON switch press the RESET Button p 12 first And detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then reattach it Sound is not played back from the built in speaker of the Camcorder or the headphones s the volume too low During playback push the W T Lever to display the VOLUME Indication and adjust the volume p 35 Different sounds are reproduced at the same time 12bit AUDIO on the PLAYBACK Sub Menu of the TAPE PLAYBACK MENU has been set to MIX As a result the original sound and sound that was recorded by audio dubbing are played back together It is possible to reproduce the sounds separately p 44 The original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed If you perform audio dubbing on a recording made in 16bit Mode the original sound will be erased If you wish to preserve the original sound be sure to select 12bit Mode at the time of recording Sounds cannot be played back Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is being played is 12bit AUDIO on the PLAYBACK Sub Menu of the TAPE PLAYBACK MENU set to ST2 To play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing 12bit AUDIO must be set to ST 1 p 44 sa n3914 yoeqAe d punos 49eqAeld Is the Variable Speed Search Function working Press the gt Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function p 36 Recorded pictures are not clear s PICT QUALITY on th
143. to Tape Playback Mode D OL ETE 2 Start playback and set the Camcorder to Still Playback Mode at the scene you wish to record and press the PHOTO SHOT Button 36 Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape For PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 Card Images can be recorded to the Tape 1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Q ed ad 2 Display the first picture 3 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 36 During the copying the following Indication appears NOW RECORDING It takes a few seconds to record a picture to the Tape When recording to tape select the tape position before recording The picture will be recorded to the tape position when the PHOTO SHOT Button is pressed at Step 3 Photoshot index signals are automatically recorded For other notes concerning this item see page 65 Audio Dubbing Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied for models PV GS9 PV GS12 PV GS14 If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0410 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 74 You can add music or narration to the recorded Cassette f the tape recorded in the 16bit Mode is dubbed with the Audio Dubbing function the original sound is erased If you wish to preserve the original sound use the 12bit Mode when recording Audio Dubbing cannot be performed on a recording made in LP Mode p 23 1 Press t
144. ton to decrease the volume The VOLUME indication disappears immediately after adjustment is made The sound volume cannot be adjusted using the Remote Control in Playback Zoom Mode pp 37 38 For other notes concerning this item see page 64 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back E Cue Review Playback If the gt Button or lt q Button is pressed during Playback it turns to Cue Playback amp or Review Playback o If the Button is held continuously it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it 35 Playback Mode Bi Variable Speed Search Function The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can be varied 1 During playback press the gt Button 15 The 1X gt Indication appears 1xb 2 Push the W T Lever to select a desired search speed VOLJOG The following 6 playback speeds are available for the Variable Speed Search Function in both the fast forwarding and rewinding directions 1 5X slow playback in SP Mode only 1 3X slow playback in LP Mode only 1X 2X 5X 10X and 20X This function works by pressing the VAR SEARCH and cursor buttons A V on the Remote Control p 14 To Resume Normal Playback Press the gt Button 15 During Cue or Review Playback fast moving images may show mosaic like patterns The sound is muted during search Slow Motion Playback Remote Control Only This feature is only av
145. ucciones incluidas aqu Tambi n cualquier cambio sin autorizaci n o modificaciones a este equipo anular an la autoridad del usuario para operarlo 79 Others Gu a r pida 1 Coloque la bater a en el adaptador de CA y c rguela Antes de usar cargue completamente la bater a Debido a que la bater a no se cargar cuando el cable de entrada de CC est conectado al adaptador de CA descon ctelo del adaptador de CA La l mpara CHARGE se enciende y comienza la carga Cuando la l mpara CHARGE se apaga se ha terminado la carga 2 Coloque la bater a cargada en el Camcorder Bi Inserci n de un cassette 1 Deslice la palanca OPEN EJECT Q hacia el frente y tire hacia abajo para abrir la tapa del compartimiento del cassette Para proteger la cinta el casete no podr expulsarse si la tapa no est completamente abierta 2 Inserte un cassette 3 Cierre el soporte del cassette presionando la marca PUSH 4 Cierre la cubierta del compartimiento del cassette presionando la marca 6 E Inserci n de una tarjeta de memoria S lo para el modelo PV GS12 PV GS14 PV GS15 1 Usando su pulgar presione la perilla OPEN V O y saque la pantalla LCD en la direcci n de la ne WD a UZ 2 Deslice la palanca OPEN para abrir la cubierta de la ranura de tarjeta 3 Mientras sostiene la tarjeta de memoria con su esquina cortada hacia la derecha ins rtela en la r
146. urned off The RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Function cannot be used White Balance cannot be set The shutter speed cannot be adjusted The Image Stabilizer Program AE Multi Title Screen or Digital Effect Modes in EFFECT 1 cannot be set When recording with the MagicPix Function it is recommended that you use a tripod For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others The MagicPix Function makes the signal charging time of CCD longer up to 30 times longer than usual so that dark scenes that are invisible to the naked eyes can be recorded brightly For this reason a bright dots may be seen but this is not a malfunction The Image Stabilizer Function does not work In this case the EIS Indication flashes The Soft Skin Function and the Backlight Compensation Function cannot be changed E Wind Noise Reduction Function It does not work with the microphone on an external microphone When it is set to ON directivity of microphone is regulated depending on the strength of wind to reduce wind noise E Cinema Function Using the Cinema Mode does not widen the recording angle When images are displayed on a TV screen the Date Time Indication may be erased in some cases Depending on the TV the picture quality may be deteriorated The Cinema Mode is canceled when a Title is displayed The Cinema Mode
147. use noise in images and sounds Card When the Card is being read do not remove the Card turn off the power or subject it to vibration or impact Do not leave the Card in places where there is high temperature or direct sunlight or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated Do not bend or drop the Card The Card or the recorded content may be damaged After use be sure to remove the Card from the Camcorder After usage store the supplied SD Memory Card in the enclosed bag Do not touch the terminals on the back of the Card with your fingers Do not allow dirt dust or water to enter it Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing E LCD Monitor Viewfinder Lens Hood LCD Monitor In a place with drastic temperature changes condensation may form on the LCD Monitor Wipe it with a soft dry cloth If your Camcorder is extremely cold when you turn its power on the image on the LCD Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first However as the internal temperature increases it goes back to the normal brightness Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 105 000 pixels The result is more than 99 99 96 effective pixels with a mere 0 01 96 of the pixels inactive or always lit However this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture Viewfinder Do not direct the
148. way subject a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 4 feet 1 2 meters or further from the Camcorder Bi Zoom Microphone Function The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud It does not work with the external microphone For PV GS14 PV GS15 Bi Digital Zoom Functions As the magnification of digital zoom increases the quality of image may deteriorate White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom range Bi Image Stabilizer Function The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate in a dimly lit place In this case the EIS Indication flashes Under fluorescent lighting image brightness may change or colors may not look natural After images may appear When a tripod is used it is recommended that you turn the Image Stabilizer off Within the digital zoom range or when recording with a conversion lens attached the Image Stabilizer Function may not work effectively E Backlight Compensation Function When setting the Iris manually the Backlight Compensation Function does not work By operating the OFF ON Switch the Backlight Compensation Function is canceled E MagicPix Function n a bright place such as outdoors the recorded picture may become whitish In a dark place the recorded picture is presented in a time lapse like manner Adjust the Focus manually The Progressive Photoshot Function is automatically t
149. with pre installed Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me Millennium Edition Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition CPU Pentium Il based PC or equivalent Pentium based PC or equivalent Q Pentium II 300 MHz or higher recommended Graphic display High Color 16 bit or more Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more RAM 64 MB or more 128 MB or more recommended Free hard disk space At least 625 MB Other requirements Mouse For Macintosh OS Mac OS 9 X CPU iMac iBook or Power Book G4 Power Mac G4 or Power Mac G5 Graphic display High Color 16 bit or more Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more RAM 64 MB or more 128 MB or more is recommended Free hard disk space At least 300 MB This instruction manual describes only the procedures for installation connection and startup Please read the Help messages of your software for how to use the ArcSoft Software B Installation of ArcSoft Software For Windows 1 Turn on the personal computer and start up Windows 2 Insert the CD ROM into the personal computer s CD ROM drive Quit all applications The Setup Menu Screen appears 55 With a PC 3 Click ArcSoft 4 Select the desired language on the Choose Setup Language dialog and click OK ict Oe gs bs Das rata Soe 2 Pe chocs baw Installation begins After read

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