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1. 69 Limited VVal Tal es sides arta 70 Customer Services Directory 71 Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a Para Uso Rapido ss ses ias 72 Ede ee EA NT AR IE EER 73 los ER OE AE EE 75 Before Use 1 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and 1 place your Thumb on the OPEN V charge it Knob and pull the LCD Monitor out in the direction of the arrow Before use fully charge the Battery Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor 2 Slide the OPEN Lever to open the Card disconnect it from the AC Adaptor Slot Cover O ie ee ed CHARGE Eamp lignit 3 While holding the Memory Card with its cut When the CHARGE Lamp goes off charging is O facing right insert it into the Card completed 4 Slot O l h l ly Attach the charged Battery to the core he Gard SIOP Cover Eeue Camcorder Inserting a Cassette Slide the OPEN EJECT Lever toward Using the Viewfinder the front and pull down to fully open the Before using the Viewfinder adjust the field of view so Cassette Compartment Cover that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear To protect the tape if the cover is not fully and easy to read opened the cassette holder cannot be ejected 1 Pull the Viewfinder Insert a Cassette 2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob Q Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the PUSH m
2. 65 Mirror Mode 31 Mix Mode 32 Mosaic Mode 31 Multi Picture Mode 31 N Negative Mode 31 P Photoshot se 23 Picture in Picture Mode 32 Picture Size of Playback Digital Effects 36 Playback with Zoom Lever 34 Playback Zoom 35 Portrait Mode 28 Program AE ot aspek sink 21 Q Quick Start 24 R RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot ciet 29 Recording Check 22 Recording Speed 21 Remaining Battery Power 53 Remaining Tape Time 53 Remote Control Optional 11 Repeat Playback 58 Request for Service Notice 69 Review Playback 33 SD Memory Card Optional EE EE N EA 51 Self timer Recording 24 Self Recording 24 Sepia Mode 31 Shutter Speed 29 Simultaneous Motion Still Record Mode 22 Slide SHOW ancianas 37 Slim Mode sies ier nei ds 31 Slow Motion Playback 34 Solarisation Mode 31 Sound Volume 33 SPILP Mode issie steeks di 21 Spanish Quick Use Guide 72 Sports Mode siese cios 28 Spotlight Mode 28 Still Advance Playback
3. 27 Easy to Use Mode Dial 16 Cinema Funciona 27 Using the Viewfinder LCD Monitor 16 Recording in Special Situations Using th Menu SCHON eeste iN 17 Program AE AA EE N eee 27 List of Meng SE EE vr etse Fen EG ES 18 Recording in Natural Colors setting Date and TIME sessies ske EE RE REEN 21 ar Cale ea 28 Internal Lithium Battery Recharge 21 Adjusting White Balance Manually 28 E MOG EDE OE EE EE EE EE 21 Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment EE o 29 Audio Recording Mode 21 Manual Iris Adjustment F Number 30 Manual Focus Adjustment 30 Digital Effect Functions 30 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 a Tape sicarios 33 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back 33 Slow Motion Playback Optional Remote Control Only 34 Still Playback Still Advance Playback 34 Index Search Functions Optional Remote Control Only 35 Playback Zoom Function Optional Remote Control Only 35 Playback Digital Effect Functions 36 Playing Back a Memory Card 36 Slide SHOW ees det e ta pt ha ee a Ub HER 37 Creating a TIG
4. 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 61 Others as 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 Cause noise in images and sounds Card e 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 electr
5. D 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 70 to start playback P N P REC ADUB JI Ml FF amp 9 EERS E AAA Y SE UT INDEX Zu P T eu iJ o Recorder 3 While pressing the e REC Button 52 press the PLAY Button on the Remote Control Optional Or while pressing the REC Button 7 press the BACK LIGHT Button 10 40 lt on the Camcorder Recording starts B To Stop Dubbing Press the 1 Button or the m Button 68 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Editing Mode CAUTION Unauthorized exchanging and or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement For other notes concerning this item see page 59 PC Connection With DV Interface Cable A video clip can be transferred directly to your PC Personal Computer via a DV Interface Cabl
6. 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 Camcorder in this condition for about 1 hour When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature the fog disappears naturally E 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 wor
7. Panasonic Digital Palmcorder o l MultiCam Camcorder Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Y e Model No PV GS16 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 V MultiMediaCard 3 DD um IN USB For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo LSQT0885 A gg Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today Used Dealer Purchased From properly we re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment Please take time to fill in the Dealer Address information on the right Dealer Phone Nc The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camcorder Be sure to retain Model No this manual as your convenient Camcorder l information source Serial No WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Your Dy Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play SP mode and Long LP mode It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in VCR machines with the TN mark be used This symbol warns the user that uninsulated CAUTION volt
8. For other notes concerning this item see page 57 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 MANUAL The MNL Indication appears Slide the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to FOCUS w US AM 9 The MF Indication Manual Focus Mode appears MNL gt MF 3 Press the gt gt Button or dd Button to adjust the focus If you keep pressing the gt gt Button or lt lt Button 17 the speed of adjusting becomes faster B To Resume Automatic Adjustment Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO or FOCUS Digital Effect Functions This Camcorder is equipped with Digital Effect Functions that add special effects to the scene Digital Effects 1 EFFECT1 1 MULTI 2 P N P 3 WIPE For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode 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 7T 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
9. Set the Lens to the image you want to use for creating a title 37 Playback Mode 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 3 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 35 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 dd Button to adjust the title contrast and press the ENTER Button 115 D Press the gt gt Button or dd Button to adjust the color and press the ENTER Button 15 O o 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 58 Adding a Title A title can be added to the picture lt 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 Button 19 3 Press the MULTI Button 20 Cisto 1r R00002 TTL File Name 4 Press the wm 4 4 9 Button to select a e title The selected title is
10. Tambi n cualquier cambio sin autorizaci n o modificaciones a este equipo anular an la autoridad del usuario para operarlo For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Gu a r pida Inserci n de una tarjeta de memoria 1 Coloque la bater a en el adaptador de CA y 1 Usando su pulgar presione la perilla c rguela OPEN VW Q y saque la pantalla LCD en la direcci n de la flecha Antes de usar cargue completamente la 2 Deslice la palanca OPEN O para abrir la bater a cubierta de la ranura de tarjeta O Debido a que la bater a no se cargar cuando 3 Menton la tarde d ememoria el cable de entrada de CC est conectado al J adaptador de CA descon ctelo del adaptador con su esquina cortada hacia la derecha O de CA ins rtela en la ranura de tarjeta O La l mpara CHARGE se enciende y comienza 4 Cierre bien la cubierta de ranura de tarjeta la carga Cuando la l mpara CHARGE se apaga se ha terminado la carga 2 Coloque la bater a cargada en el Camcorder C mo utilizar el visor Antes de utilizar el visor ajuste el campo visual para Inserci n de un cassette que las visualizaciones dentro del visor sean claras y f ciles de leer 1 Deslice la palanca OPEN EJECT O hacia el frente y tire hacia abajo para abrir la tapa del compartimiento del cassette Para proteger la cinta el suporte del cassett
11. X Indication flashes and the recording starts after 10 seconds e You can also use the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot p 23 e For other notes concerning this item see page 56 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode 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 26 towards W For close ups zoom in Push the W T Lever towards T VOL JOG Jl Zoom Magnification Indication is displayed for a few seconds 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 To Use the Zoom Microphone Function Along with the zooming operation the microphone s directional angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds 1 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 56 Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record cl
12. sliding it to the REC arrow direction For other notes concerning this item see page 55 Using a Memory Card Optional 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 Inserting a Card 1 Siide the OPEN Lever to open the Card Slot Cover E corner facing right insert it into the Card Slot 4 3 Close the Card Slot Cover securely B 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 Before Use Card Access Lamp 999999 f ZA NW e 8 AD 1 FADE m FOCUS Mi SDCARD 40 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 to 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 B How to Turn
13. while the other 2 tracks can be used for Audio Dubbing 21 Recording Mode Recording Mode About Recording When recording pictures on a tape set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode When recording still pictures on a card set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode When recording with the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch set to AUTO the Camcorder automatically adjusts the focus and white balance In some cases they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually pp 28 30 ag NU FOCUS MANUAL 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 28 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 42 to ON The POWER Lamp lights up Mode 3
14. If titles are created the number of images that can be recorded on a Card decreases e 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 e 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 Atitle with a size than 640 x 480 pixels cannot be displayed e 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others gg sz E DPOF 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 pro
15. Monitor With the LCD Monitor open you can also record the picture while watching it 1 Place your Thumb on the OPEN V Knob and pull the LCD Monitor 2 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use 2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180 O 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 180 B 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 the following items are displayed e R E M M SELECT lt K D gt SETUP D gt 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
16. PANASONIC SALES COMPANY DIVISION OF DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH PANASONIC PUERTO RICO INC AMERICA AVE 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Park 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 Parts Labor Service Contact Number 1 Year except CCD Image Sensor Ninety 90 Days Camcorder Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 a Sensor 6 Six Ninety 90 Days rir indt Deck Ninety 90 Days Carry In or Mail In 1 1 800 211 PANA 7262 211 PANA 7262 TV VCR TV DVD Carry In 21 CRT and Smaller TVIDVDIVCR One 1 Year except CRT Ninety 90 Days 10 home or Carry In 22 CRT and 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Combination CRT Two 2 Years Ninety 90 Days Larger TV HDR One 1 Year except CRT Ninety 90 Days a E ds NE 2 Years Ninety 90 Day
17. Press the Recording Start Stop Button 41 Recording starts After RECORD is displayed it changes to REC 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to pause the recording e The PAUSE Indication is displayed Recording Simultaneous Motion Still Record Mode Even if the Mode 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 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 EE The CHK Indication is displayed After checking the Camcorder resumes the Recording Pause Mode For other notes concerning this item see page 55 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 e 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 e f 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 contactin
18. 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 t 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 amp J REW e PLAY 41 Editing Mode PPP B 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 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 page 59 Copying on a VHS Cassette Dubbing After connecting the Camcorder and the VCR as illustrated start the following procedures AUDIO IN O AV Cable Be sure to press the OSD Button p 11 on the Remote Control Optional 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 e 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
19. and assign the path You may click Browse to look for and assign the path 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 e f the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera the quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status e If the USB Cable is disconnected from the personal computer the Web Camera mode is canceled e If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera video cannot be recorded onto a tape or a card In the Web Camera mode the audio may be interrupted in the middle of communication depending on the communication environment or the performance of the personal 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 Ano Setting up the Windows Messenger 6 Click on Audio Tuning Wizard in the When starting the Windows Messenger for the first Tools menu to confirm that equipment is time its setup screen is displayed However the connected correctly screen is not displayed if the Windows Messenger Windows Mess
20. and Operating Assistance locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter purchase Parts and Accessories or make Customer Service and Literature reduests by visiting our Web Site at http www panasonic com consumersupport 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 us 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 Panasonic Puer
21. 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 EE Before Use Recording Mode Things You Should Know ess 2 AboUt Recording sido EE ES 22 Safety Precautions seeessssss 2 Recording ona Tape aaa 05 ai A NR MM RU DUM 5 Recording a Still Picture on a Card E E PEN RE Ee Gee ee ie Ee 8 Photos ed AA OE SUE 25 Standard ACGSSSOITBS stetisse de un ania 10 Recording Your EE ESE SEE 24 Controls and Components 10 Recording with the Built in LED Video Light 24 The Remote Control Optional 12 uice aa 24 Power SUDDIY setis EER ERK GEE Es ED idee 13 Self timer Recording sesse nnne 24 Charging Time and Available Recording Time Zoom In Out Funcion ans 25 OE 14 Digital Zoom Function 25 To Use as d Grip Bell sessie EE EED 14 Image Stabilizer Function 25 Re attaching the Lens Cap sissies EER 14 Fade In Out Functions EG DEE 26 Attaching the Shoulder Strap EE 15 Backlight Compensation Function 26 Irisertig d Casselle si ree 15 Magie dae ie RE aps hate tense 27 Using a Memory Card Optional 15 Sol Ski e 27 Turning on the Camcorder 16 Wind Noise Reduction Function
22. 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 e SD Logo is a trademark MultiMediaCard 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 respective 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 About the compatibility of the card files 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 f 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 91 With a PC About the folder structure when using the Memory Card in a personal computer When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a personal computer folders will be displayed as in the figure l 1
23. 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 1 000 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 Camcorder 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
24. 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 e TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder body e 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 e 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 product 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
25. include removal or re installation of an installed product It is possible that certain in home repairs will not be completed in home but will require that the product or parts of the product be removed for shop diagnosis and or repair and then returned 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 NOT LIABLE FO
26. of the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode a warning message may be displayed You may simply 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 m Display adapters EL DVD CD ROM drives 2 42 Floppy disk controllers E H Floppy disk drives 2 2 IDE ATA ATAPI controllers Hap IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers HEB Network adapters GY Ports COM amp LPT A i Communications Port COM1 ompupications Port COM2 FPort LPT1 E Processors Sound video and game controllers 5 E ystem devices E Universal Serial Bus conl trollers About the SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card Optional The SD Memory Card Optional is virtually the same size as a MultiMediaCard lt is an external memory
27. on the Power 1 Setthe OFF ON Switch 22 to ON while pressing the button Q The POWER Lamp lights up ef B How to Turn off the Power 2 Set the OFF ON Switch 42 to OFF while pressing the button O Easy to Use Mode Dial You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial 1 Rotate the Mode Dial 38 M 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 Tape Playback Mode Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape Card Recording Mode Use this mode when recording still pictures on a card Q3 Picture Playback Mode Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card PC Mode Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to your Personal Computer Using the Viewfinder LCD 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 2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob 34 e O END JAN 2 2005 y 12 34 56AM JAN 2 2005 B To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the LCD Monitor Set LCD EVF gt gt EVF ON AUTO gt gt ON e The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD Monitor is opened When you turn the Camcorder off this setting is canceled Using the LCD
28. picture is expanded horizontally 10 Slim Mode SLIM The picture is expanded vertically Digital Effects 2 EFFECT2 11 NEGA 12 SEPIA 11 Negative Mode NEGA The colors of the recorded image are inverted as seen in a negative 12 Sepia Mode SEPIA It records a scene with a brownish tint like the color of old pictures 13 Black amp White Mode B W It records an image in black and white 14 Solarisation Mode SOLARI It records an image with a painting like effect B To Select a Desired Digital Effect Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 or EFFECT2 gt gt a desired Digital Effect B To Cancel the Digital Effect Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 or EFFECT2 gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see page 57 Multi Picture Mode Strobe Multi Picture Mode You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures Manual Multi Picture Mode You can manually and record 9 small still pictures 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 gt gt MULTI T STILL v FADE H 2 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt MULTI MODE gt gt STROBE or MANUAL 3 Press the MULTI Button 20 Ss MULTI P IN P e If MANUAL is selected press the MULTI Button at each scene you want to capture B Deleting All the Captured Multi Pictures While 9
29. systems It is not a malfunction 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 pp 60 61 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 operating the OFF ON switch press the RESET Button p 10 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 33 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 lt is possible to reproduce the sounds separately p 41 The original sound wa
30. taken when inserting and removing the Cassette Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Camcorder e 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 e f the Cassette is left in the Camcorder the tape sags and deteriorates e f the Battery is left on the Camcorder for a long time the voltage drops excessively and the Battery will not function even after it is recharged B 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
31. the image is completely gone press the Recording Start Stop Button 41 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 lt 1 Keep pressing the FADE Button while recording The image fades out gradually 2 When the image is completely gone press the Recording Start Stop Button to stop recording 3 Release the FADE Button 16 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 uy lt The rs Indication flashes and then is displayed The entire screen becomes brighter B To Resume Normal Recording Press the BACK LIGHT Button For other notes concerning this item see page 56 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode 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 Es id E B To Cancel the MagicPix Function Press the MAGICPIX Button again
32. 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC ETT 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
33. 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 CYC A lithium ion polymer battery that is recyclable S RBRC i ie powers the product you have purchased A Me is Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information ETE on how to recycle this battery Panasonic PV GSi6 Tested To Comply C With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Important Safeguards 1 10 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 cleaning 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 swi
34. without 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 INSERT TITLE You are attempting to perform Title In Function when RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Function is set 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 B 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 e If the CHARGE Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to the AC Adaptor detach the Ba
35. 00CDPFP 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 contains the data of the original titles USROO0001 TTL etc e 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 IMGAO0001 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 Others d Indications Various functions and the Camcorder status ar
36. 34 Stretch Mode 31 Strobe Mode 31 Surf amp Snow Mode 28 T Time Code issie 65 Trailing Effect Mode 31 V Variable Speed Search 34 Video Head Clogging 60 Viewfinder 16 62 W Web Camera Optional Software 47 White Balance 28 Wipe Mode 32 Z doe je ianiai 25 Zoom Microphone 25 19 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America P One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company PSC Division of Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Printed in Indonesia Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina LSQT0885 A Puerto Rico 00985 S1104A1124
37. 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 B Condensation If you turn the Camcorder on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape Condensation Indication L 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 has adhered to the head or the tape 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 L
38. 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 E 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 and 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
39. FICADO con la unidad Por lo tanto lea detenidamente la 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 Informaci n 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 instrucciones incluidas aqu
40. For other notes concerning this item see page 56 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 TT 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 B To Cancel the Soft Skin Mode Press the SOFT SKIN Button Wind Noise Reduction Function This function reduces the sound of wind hitting the microphone when recording 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt RECORDING gt gt WIND CUT gt gt ON QS The WIND CUT Indication appears N WIND CUT B 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 56 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 h Ps Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen A B To Cancel the Cinema Function Set TAPE RECORDING MENU RECORDING gt gt CINEMA gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see pages 56 57 Recording in Special Situations Pro
41. GITAL Sub Menu is not possible When the MagicPix Mode is set p 27 In the following cases using the Digital Effect Function is not possible e Title in Multi Picture Mode e If the MULTI Button is pressed while self recording Mirror Mode p 24 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 e 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 DFF ON switch or Mode Dial Insert or eject a cassette ol Others nni B Playing Back Repeat Playback If you continue to press the gt Button 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
42. INITIAL Sub Menu to OUT PHONES and connect the headphones to the PHONES Jack p 11 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 L Left channel sound main sound R Right channel sound sub sound e 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 B Index Search Functions Index Search may not be possible at the beginning of the tape e Scene Index Search may not function properly if the interval between 2 scene index signals is less than 1 minute B Playback Zoom Function You cannot adjust the sound volume with the Remote Control in Playback Zoom Mode e f you turn off the Camcorder power or if you operate the Mode Dial Playback Zoom Mode is automatically canceled Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being used images that are output from the DV Terminal p 11 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 B Playback Digital Effect Functions Si
43. L e The MNL Indication appears 2 Press the ENTER Button 15 until the Shutter Speed Indication appears MNL gt 1 1000 3 Press the gt gt Button or dd Button to adjust the shutter speed B Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment 1 60 1 8000 s in Tape Recording Mode 1 60 1 500 s in Card Recording Mode The standard shutter speed is 1 60 s Selecting a speed closer to 1 8000 causes the shutter speed to be faster B To Resume Automatic Adjustment Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO For other notes concerning this item see page 57 29 Recording Mode Manual Iris Adjustment F Number 2 You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL D AUTO X J EE EE EE ER er BE e FO i MANUAL e The MNL Indication appears 2 Press the ENTER Button until the Iris Indication appears 3 Press the gt gt Button or dd Button to adjust the iris B Range of Iris Adjustment CLOSE Closed F16 F2 0 OP Opened OdB 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 B To Resume Automatic Adjustment Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO
44. LECT ferr PR DIGITAI The center of the image is enlarged by approximately 2 times 35 Playback Mode B 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 A DUB o amp REW ePLAY FF B 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 B To Cancel the Playback Zoom Function Press the P B ZOOM Button on the Remote Control For other notes concerning this item see page 58 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 70 2 Press the lees Button 57 on the AA amp 9 REW e PLAY FF t9 ICI La ics Remote Control to select a desired digital effect STORE E Ere na e 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 B 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 effect s indic
45. 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 Q o o e gt gt GAINUP D Y For other notes concerning this item see page 55 By pressing the QUICK START Button 40 the Camcorder will be ready for recording in approximately 1 3 seconds after it is turned on 1 Press the QUICK START Button 40 The Quick Start Recording Lamp lights up elle Y START 2 Set the OFF ON Switch 42 to OFF The Quick Start Recording Lamp remains lit YE 3 Set the OFF ON Switch 42 to ON The Camcorder will be ready for recording in approximately 1 3 seconds B 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 56 Self timer Recording When you set the self timer the recording starts automatically after 10 seconds on the Card 1 set TAPE RECORDING MENU or CARD RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt SELF TIMER gt gt ON e The X Indication appears 2 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 35 e The
46. Mode 2 Start Playback gt Starting the Slide Show pp Playing back the next picture dd Playing back the previous picture a Stop the Slide Show 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 o o Playback Mode Folder File Number Picture Size pp 53 54 File Number To Select a Desired File and Playing Back 1 000 3 4 Set the Mode Dial 38 to Picture Playback Mode The files recorded on the Card are displayed in Multi Picture Mode Picture Size File Number Folder File Number Press the n m 44 9 Button 17 to select a desired file E iom ed m is e with a frame 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 58 The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show 1 Setthe Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Each of the pictures are played back for several seconds B To Pause the Slide Show Press the m Button The SLIDE 1 Indication is displayed B To Stop the Slide Show Press the m Button For other notes concerning this item see page 58 Creating a Title 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
47. OTO SHOT Button The RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot and Title Function cannot be used simultaneously When the SELF TIMER is set to ON the Camcorder records the maximum number of recordable pictures depending on the BURST MODE setting e 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 B 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 e Set the LED Video Light to off when not in use Do not look directly into the light e 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 99 Others ag ee B Quick Start During the Quick Start Standby Mode a minute amount of electricity is consumed When the Camcorder 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 ag
48. R 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 If a 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others ETE Customer Services Directory Obtain Product Information
49. REC p 42 MagicPix Button MAGICPIX p 27 9 Soft Skin Button SOFT SKIN p 27 ar Backlight Button BACK LIGHT p 26 LSFC0018 Light Button LIGHT p 24 Card Access Lamp p 16 1 AC Adaptor DC Cable and AC Cable p 13 Pause Button 1 p 23 Still Button STILL p 23 CAUTION Fast Forward Cue Button gt gt p 33 This unit will operate on 110 120 220 240 Play Button gt p 33 V AC An AC plug adaptor may be required Enter Button ENTER p 17 for voltages other than 120 V AC Please Stop Button m p 33 contact either a local or foreign electrical Fade Button FADE p 26 parts distributor for assistance in selecting an Rewind Review Button lt 44 p 33 RE plug 18 Mode Selector Switch d We recommend using the accessory power plug 18 adaptor VJSS0070 KZDB4ZE00001 in an area AUTO MANUAL FOCUS pp 22 27 30 which has special AC outlets Menu Button MENU p 17 Multi Button MULTI p 31 A DE p 3 ode Picture in Picture Button P IN P p 32 eed dd EE 21 Reset B RESET pp 54 4 4 AV Cable pp 40 42 21 Reset Button RESET pp 54 63 64 5 Shoulder Strap p 15 Controls and Components B Camcorder Lens Hood p 62 Lens Microphone built in stereo pp 25 27 Built in LED Light p 24 Zoom Lever W T pp 25 33 LCD Monitor Open Knob OPEN Y p 16 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web
50. 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 Optional p 11 B To Resume Normal Playback Press the gt Button 15 During Cue or Review Playback fast moving images may show mosaic like patterns e The sound is muted during search Slow Motion Playback Optional Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 68 This Camcorder can E back at a en speed ad HEET Es La ADV n gt ADV rs 1 Press the gt Button 2 Press the lt I Button or I gt Button on the Remote Control e The gt or lt Indication appears e When the 41 Button is pressed Slow Motion Playback proceeds in the reverse direction When the I 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 B To Resume Normal Playback Press the gt Button 70 e 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 we
51. T INSERTED No Cassette in inserted p 15 S LOW BATTERY The Battery is low Recharge it p 13 amp The built in battery is low p 21 NEED HEAD CLEANING The video heads are dirty pp 60 61 END TAPE END The tape came to an end during recording REMOTE CHECK REMOTE MODE Wrong Remote Control Mode has been selected p 13 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 64 This may solve the problem CARD FULL Card does not have sufficient memory remaining Select Picture Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Ag AAA INCORRECT OPERATION The Recording Start Stop Button was pressed
52. Time Indication B 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 18 B Progressive Photoshot You cannot use the Progressive Photoshot Function in the following cases When using Tape Recording Mode e Digital Effect Modes in EFFECT 1 Digital Zoom D ZOOM 1 750 s or faster shutter speed When brightness is insufficient When the MagicPix Function is ON e 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 e After the initializing is completed the COMPLETED Indication appears with beeps Initializing will not erase a clock setting p 21 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 6 DEW DEW DETECTED EJECT TAPE Condensation has occurred p 60 BE 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 Go TAPE NO
53. XT MENU EXIT DELETE Deleting a File Sub Menu FILE BY SEL Selecting and Deleting a File p 39 ALL FILES Deleting All Files p 40 TITLE BY SEL Selecting and Deleting a Title p 39 EDITING Editing a File Sub Menu FILE LOCK Setting the Lock p 39 DPOF SET Setting DPOF p 39 CARD FORMAT Formatting a Card p 40 DIGITAL Playback Digital Setup Sub Menu TITLE IN Adding a Title p 38 DISPLAY Display Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display Mode p 54 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 54 C DISPLAY Counter Display Mode p 54 C RESET Counter Reset p 65 LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 17 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 16 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu AV JACK AV Jack pp 11 59 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 13 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use Setting Date and Time LP Mode Since the internal clock of the Camcorder has a slight imprecision make sure to check the time before recording CLOCK SET PYEAR 2005 o FEB M M SELECT lt K D gt SETUP P MENU EXIT 2 Press the u m Button to select YEAR MONTH DAY HOUR or MIN and press the to set it to the desired value Year will cycle in the order shown below 2000 2001 2089 2000 3 Press
54. age 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 GS16 Responsibility Party Panasonic Corporation of North 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 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 a
55. ain 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 faraway subject a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 4 feet 1 2 meters or further from the Camcorder B Zoom Microp
56. all 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use Using the Remote Control Optional Remote Control is not supplied If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 68 1 Direct the Remote Control at the Remote Control Sensor of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button 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 E Selecting Remote Control Modes When 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Control Modes e If the Remote Control Mode of the Camcorder and that of the Remote Control do not match CHECK REMOTE MODE REMOTE Indication is displayed E Setup on the Camcorder Set REMOTE on the INITIAL Sub Menu to the desired Remote Control Mode p 19 E Setup on the Remote Control emere d STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV raso Ea 1 Ps E TESTI VCR1 Press the I gt Button and m Button simultaneously VCR2 Press the lt I Button and m Button simultaneously When the battery in the Remote Control is replaced the mode is auto
57. ame To erase 2 files or more repeat this step 39 Playback Mode 3 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 35 A verification message appears 4 Select YES and press the ENTER Button 15 The selected file is deleted from the Card e f 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 115 All files of Picture Playback Mode are erased A locked file cannot be erased e f there are many files on a card it may take longer to delete files Formatting a Card 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 gt gt EDITING gt gt CARD FORMAT gt gt DES A confirmation message appears select YES and formatting will be carried out G CARD FORMAT FORMAT WILL DELETE ALL FILES M NO RETURN M YES D ENTER MENU EXIT e 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 Card formatted on other equipment e g PC might be unusable or it might take more time fo
58. ar and tear Still Playback Still Advance Playback This Camcorder is capable of still picture playback and frame advance playback IE FF reed a M PAW SE STILL ADV tes ES m 1 Press the gt Button 70 2 Press the 1 Button 67 The playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode 3 Press the 4 1 Button or I gt Button on the Remote Control e With each press of the lt I 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 B To Resume Normal Playback Press the gt Button 70 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 VOL JOG ID Qs e 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 EE ee ee eed Index Search Functions Optional Remote Control Only Thi
59. ark 12 34 56AM Close the Cassette Compartment Cover by O JAN 2 2005 y O Se a 12 34 56AM JAN 2 2005 TEA 7 32 PUSH cLOSE y For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use Recording on a Tape 1 Set the OFF ON Switch to ON The POWER Lamp lights up EE 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button Recording starts 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button again to pause the recording Recording a Still Picture on Card Photoshot 1 Setthe Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode Playing Back a Tape 1 Setthe OFF ON Switch to ON The POWER Lamp lights up Playing Back a Card 1 Setthe Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode 2 Start Playback Starting the Slide Show Pp Playing back the next picture dd Playing back the previous picture E Stop the Slide Show N Pause the Slide Show Before Use Before Use LCD Monitor pp 16 17 62 Standard Accessories Due to limitations in LCD production technology Illustrated are accessories supplied with the there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on Camcorder the LCD Monitor screen However this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture Card Slot Cover Open Lever OPEN p 15 Card Slot Cover p 15 6 Speaker p 33 Recording Check Button p 22 Recording Button
60. at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use Cassette Holder Cassette Compartment Cover p 15 USB Jack pp 45 46 48 DV Input Output Terminal pp 42 43 Connect this to the digital video equipment White Balance Sensor p 29 Remote Control Sensor p 13 Audio Video Output Jack AV OUT pp 40 42 Headphone Jack PHONES Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder 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 hd oe 4 Y START EE Viewfinder pp 16 62 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 16 Photoshot Button PHOTO SHOT p 23 Cassette Eject Lever OPEN EJECT p 15 DC Input Jack DC IN p 13 Mode Dial p 16 Power Lamp POWER p 16 Quick Start Recording Button QUICK START p 24 Quick Start Recording Lamp p 24 Recording Start Stop Button p 22 Power Switch OFF ON pp 16 22 Shoulder Strap Holders p 15 Grip Belt p 14 Battery Holder Battery Eject Switch BATTERY RELEASE p 14 Tripod Receptacle Used for moun
61. ation flashes The same operating can be done using EFFECT ON Sub Menu on the TAPE PLAYBACK MENU B To Cancel the Digital Effect Press the SELECT Button repeatedly on the Remote Control and clear the digital effect indication Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Optional Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 68 1 Press the gt Button 70 FEES PLAY FF Pr Te E ADV PAUSE STILL ADV 2 Press the SELECT Button 57 on the Remote Control and select WIPE or MIX P B DIGITAL 3 Press the STORE Button at the moment you want to save as a still picture The MI or HKG 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 e 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 lt 1 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 58 Playing Back a Memory Card plays back files recorded on a Card Set the Mode Dial 38 to Picture Playback
62. ation 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 oO ORAON To upgrade Windows XP to SP2 or later 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 can be used on operating systems using other languages When DirectX9 0 is installed applications supported by previous versions of DirectX may not run Installing Video Stream Driver For Windows XP users the USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard OS If you have direct dial up connection capability to the Internet please down load the Video Str
63. bers Edit My Mobile Settings None of your c Not Online d DVC Web Camera Settings Eriko Options Palmcord want to Y Add a Contact A Send an Instant Message D3 Send a File or Photo 4 Play a Game Jg Search for a Contact More msn Messenger 6 Select USB Audio Device in the Microphone menu xi Select the microphone and speakers you want to use Microphone EEESTIS Speakers Avance AC97 Audio J N JV Enable Direct Sound Acceleration ESSNI T Click Web Camera Settings in the Tools menu REF File Contacts Actions Tools Help Ee MUS Actions Pane __ My Status E 3 palmcorder Are Top Click here to le Create Emoticons Customer Expe Create Backgrounds Program Change Display Picture ESE Alerts History Publish My Phone Numbers sour c Edit My Mobile Settings I want to Add a Contact Send an Instant Message Pg Send a File or Photo 6 Play a Game More msn Messenger zs 8 Confirm the Panasonic DVC Web Camera Device O is selected v Mirror my image This does not affect the image the other person sees Restore Default For other information about MSN Messenger please refer to Help e If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera continuously for two hours the communication is automatically shut OFF I
64. ck or recording After playback or recording has finished Set the Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode e The POWER Lamp lights up Rewind the tape e The tape automatically stops approximately at the position where the counter was set to zero Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing 1 2 3 4 Set DISPLAY gt gt C DISPLAY gt gt MEMORY Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the position where you want to stop editing Play back the still picture where you want to start audio dubbing Start audio dubbing p 41 Audio dubbing automatically stops at the position where the counter was set to zero 65 Others BEE EE EE TEE Specifications Digital Camcorder Information for your safety Power Source DC 7 2 7 8 V Power Consumption Recording 4 5 W 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 Ach Image Sensor 1 6 inch CCD Image Sensor Lens Auto Iris F1 8 Focal Length 2 1 50 4 mm Macro Full Range AF Filter Diameter 27 mm Zoom 24 1 Power Zoom Monitor 2 5 inch LCD Viewfinder Electronic Viewfinder Microphone Stereo Speaker 1 round speaker 20 mm Standa
65. cted focus is automatically adjusted pp 30 64 65 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 30 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 15 t Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that suoneoipu was recorded in LP Mode LP Mode does not allow audio dubbing to operate p 21 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 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 saunjoid RIS NES punos x9eqAeld 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 33 Mosaic pattern noise appears on images during Cue Review or Slow Motion Playback This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video
66. de la foto anterior E Parada de la presentaci n TE Pausa en la presentacion For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo ee ee ee ee ee ee A L S AC AdaDplor sesse gee 13 60 Audio Dubbing 41 AUTO FOCUS osse sies Ee 64 B o e 26 Black amp White Mode 31 Blank Search 22 Built in LED Video Light 24 C Camcorder Accessory Order FONT PR id OR EE 68 Camcorder Accessory System 67 Charging the Battery 13 Cinema Mode 27 Condensation 60 Cue Playback 33 Customer Services Directory e o M 71 D Date Time Indication 54 Date Time Setting 21 Digital Effects 30 Digital Still Picture 23 Digital ZOOM irai dn ese 25 DPOF Soete asses iss 39 DUDEIGE ed be 42 E Erasure Prevention Slider 15 F AS ME OE N ER 26 Formatting a Card 40 F Number sasies ss Se 30 H Headphones 58 l Vi EE EE P 30 Others LCD Monitor 16 62 Limited Warranty 70 Lock Setting sesse EE 39 Low Light Mode 28 M Macro Close up 25 MagicPix Function 27 Manual Focus 30 Memory Stop
67. e 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 e 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 Specification With a PC EE EE ER OR RE AAA EA 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 Software Installation For Windows If you have direct dial up connection capability to the Internet please down load the USB Driver and Video Stream Driver http www panasonic com consumerdownloads 1 In order to download and install the Driver go to http www panasonic com consumerdownloads 2 Click the software to be downloaded B USB Driver pp 44 45 The USB driver to be installed is the dedicated Mass Storage Driver for Windows 98SE E Video Stream Driver p 47 If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer you can send video from the Camcorder to the other parties v
68. e no podr expulsarse si la tapa no est completamente abierta 1 Extienda el visor 2 Inserte un cassette B 12 34 56AM AN 22 Per O 005 SS y 12 34 56AM JAN 2 2005 3 Cierre el soporte del cassette presionando la marca PUSH O 4 Cierre la cubierta del compartimiento del cassette presionando la marca lt L A PUSH cLosE 73 Others Grabaci n de una cinta Reproducci n de una cinta 1 Ajuste el interruptor OFF ON O a ON 1 Ajuste el interruptor OFF ON O a ON La l mpara POWER se enciende La l mpara POWER se enciende 2 Gire el dial de modo a modo de grabaci n 2 Gire el dial de modo a Modo de de cinta reproducci n de cinta 3 Presione el bot n de inicio parada de 3 Presione el bot n lt lt para rebobinar la grabaci n cinta Comienza la grabaci n 4 Presione el bot n gt para comenzar la reproducci n 4 Presione el bot n de inicio parada de grabaci n nuevamente para detener la grabaci n Grabaci n de una imagen fija en tarjeta D Presione el bot n m para parar la Photoshot reproducci n 1 Gire el dial de modo a modo de grabaci n de tarjeta Reproducci n de una tarjeta de memoria 1 Gire el dial de modo a modo de reproducci n de foto e 6 978 s VD LEEF 2 Comience la reproducci n Comienzo de una presentaci n gt gt Reproducci n de la foto siguiente dd Reproducci n
69. e shown on the screen pw Remaining Battery Power e When the battery power becomes low the Indication changes When the battery is discharged completely the EE Indication flashes R0 45 Remaining Tape Time Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes When it reaches less than 3 minutes the indication starts flashing ed gt O CG MF Tape Recording Mode p 22 Tape Playback Mode p 33 Card Recording Mode p 23 Picture Playback Mode p 36 PC Mode p 45 Cinema Mode p 27 Digital Zoom p 25 Multi Mode pp 30 31 P IN P Mode pp 30 31 Wipe Mode pp 30 31 Mix Mode pp 30 31 Strobe Mode pp 30 31 Trailing Effect Mode pp 30 31 Mosaic Mode pp 30 31 Mirror Mode pp 30 31 Stretch Mode pp 30 31 Slim Mode pp 30 31 Negative Mode p 31 Sepia Mode p 31 Black 8 White Mode p 31 Solarisation Mode p 31 Playback Zoom p 35 Standard Play Mode Recording Speed Mode p 21 Long Play Mode Recording Speed Mode p 21 Index signal recording p 35 Search Number p 35 Zoom Magnification Indication p 25 Automatic Mode p 22 Manual Mode pp 27 30 Image Stabilizer pp 25 26 Audio Recording Mode p 21 Manual Focus p 30 Back Light Mode p 26 Sports Mode Program AE p 28 Portrait Mode Program AE p 28 Low Light Mode Program AE p 28 Spotlight Mode Program AE p 28 Surf amp Snow Mode Program AE p 28 Recordin
70. e Button MULTI P IN P pp 31 32 Rewind Review Button dd p 33 Pause Button 1 pp 34 41 42 Stop Button m pp 35 42 Recording Start Stop Button START STOP p 22 Play Button gt pp 33 42 Fast Forward Cue Button gt gt p 33 Playback Zoom Button P B ZOOM p 35 Enter Button ENTER p 17 to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 68 Inserting the Button type Battery Before using the Remote Control insert a button type battery 1 While pressing the Lock Button pull out the Battery Holder N LM 2 Inserta button type battery with the marking facing upward LD M 3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Control NOS 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 e Dispose of used battery promptly eDo not recharge disassemble or dispose of in fire For assistance please c
71. e When Camcorder power is turned OFF e When SD Memory Card is removed For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC 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 Video Stream 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 XP lt OK gt Windows XP Messenger Windows ue Windows XP NG loe E Me 2000 DL Windows Ejus Windows MSN 98SE Me 2000 Messenger Operating environment OS IBM PC AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional SP2 or later Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4 or later Microsoft Windows Me Millennium Edition Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition CPU Intel Pentium I Celeron 450 MHz or higher Celeron 400 MHz or higher including compatible CPU RAM 128 MB or more 256 MB or more recommended 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 Communic
72. e image Ge using Windows F 1 D folder to view fil 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 B For Macintosh 1 2 Insert the Memory Card into the Camcorder Set the Camcorder to PC Mode Connect the Camcorder to your Macintosh with USB Cable iMac 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 45 With a PC To disconnect USB cable safely m 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 Double click the e icon in task tray Hardware disconnect dialog appears 2 Select USB Mass Storage Device O and click Stop 3 Verify Matshita DVC USB Device is selected and click OK Stop a Hardware device Confirm devices to be stopped Choose OK to continue Windows will attempt to stop the following devices After the devices are stopped they may be removed safely USB Mass Storage Device w i l
73. eam Driver In order to download and install the Video Stream Driver go to http www panasonic com consumerdownloads Click Camcorder on the screen Click Video Streme Driver version 1 00 Decompress the downloaded data Double click icon The set up program starts running Finish installation by following the on screen instructions Click Next and proceed with installation After completing the installation click Finish T After the Video Stream Driver is installed please restart your computer 47 With a PC Connecting the Camcorder to Personal Computer For Using as a Web Camera 1 Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode 3 Connect the Camcorder to your personal computer with USB Cable ma a 2 EES GEES ROSES C Se S SORES ees ERIN DS KEES EK GEK OS e WEB is displayed on the 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 Fi The Microsoft digital signature affirms that software has been tested with Windows and that the software has not been altered since it was tested The software you are about to install does not contain a Microsoft digital signature There
74. ecting 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 Cable use of the AC Adaptor is recommended for the power supply of the Camcorder For Using Built in SD Drive 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 B For Windows 1 Insert the Memory Card into the Camcorder 2 Set the Camcorder to PC Mode 3 Connect the Camcorder to your personal computer with USB Cable S lt S ee KEES ET It enters PC Connecting Mode 4 Windows 98SE Me 2000 el My Computer Be Edt E E Aires RE my comentes i T ew Open My Computer and click Removable Disk For Windows 98SE Me 2000 users Click Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer and then OK For Windows XP users Windows XP Fone j Do redes Goy UL OI x an EB i an perform the same action each time you insert nect a device with this kind of file ET 2 Plegoy MO WINZUUD Local De D Local Du E Local Duk F Local Dik 6 What do you want Windows to do IA Copy pictures to a folder on my computer A Print the pictures xu to Printing Wiza LJ View a slideshow of th
75. ed you cannot adjust the shutter speed p 29 or iris p 30 Using the MagicPix Function cancels any of the Program AE modes Sports Mode e 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 A 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 e If this mode is used for indoor recording playback images may flicker Low Light Mode e Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be made brighter to a satisfactory degree Spotlight Mode e With this mode recorded images may become extremely dark e If the subject is extremely bright its recorded image may becomes whitish Surf amp Snow Mode e If the subject is extremely bright its recorded image may turn out to be whitish B 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 24x During Digital Still Picture Mode When you display a Menu When you use the MagicPix Mode In the following cases the M4 Indicati
76. enger EJE Is setup has already been done For more details As please read the corresponding Help file Mage 1 click Click here to sign in ME ua 8 Use Windows Color Scheme 3 Always on Top Audio Tuning Wizard Options 5 A E Windows Messenger DER Add a Contact Send an Instant Message 3 Click here to sign in Y Send a File or Photo amp Start a Voice Conversation qe Start a Video Conversation 2 Select NET Messaging Service and click OK Connect to Messaging Services Sign in to Z NET Messaging Service 8 N Communications Service C Exchange Messaging Service Come EED geet 3 Click Next when the NET Passport cree she rat rete Wizard dialog appears NET Passport Wizard Add a NET Passport to your Windows XP user account For other information about Windows Messenger please refer to Help e When access is finished close Windows Messenger then turn off the Camcorder Finally disconnect the USB Cable e If the Camcorder is used as Web Camera continuously for two hours the communication is automatically shut OFF In this case restart 4 Please carefully read the displayed Windows Messenger and set up the communication contents and then proceed again D After the setup is completed sign in and start the Windows Messenger Setting up the MSN Messenger ES oris 0 When starting the MSN Messenger for the first time its setu
77. enough s the Battery low Charge the Battery or attach a fully charged Battery pp 13 14 Has condensation occurred Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears p 60 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo e ToS oe P JEWION o ep D im A O O Ze Others III ees ie II II Battery runs down quickly Is the Battery fully charged Charge it with the AC Adaptor p 13 Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold place In cold places the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter p 61 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 e If the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor charging cannot be performed Disconnect the DC Cable 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 15 s the tape wound to the end Insert a new Cassette p 15 s the Camcorder power turned on p 22 Has condensation occurred Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears p 60 Auto Focus Function does not work s Manual Focus Mode selected If Auto Focus Mode is sele
78. eo 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 f 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 f you use the Camcorder for a long period of time the internal temperature increases and consequently this may cause malfunction This Camcorder is not intended for business use c ND 99 Others a When you use your Camcorder on a beach or similar place do not let sand or fine dust get into the Camcorder e Sand or dust may damage the Camcorder or Cassette Care should be
79. ess the MENU Button when the setup is completed B 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 59 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 gt gt EDITING gt gt FILE LOCK gt gt Mad QFILE LOCK FE i ca mg X 640 D gt ENTER 2 Select the file to be locked and press the ENTER Button 15 e 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 e The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch p 59 For other notes concerning this item see page 59 Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card 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 to delete and press the ENTER Button 15 The selected picture is marked with a fr
80. f Photoshot pictures RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording p 23 Lock Setting p 39 LED Video Light is on p 24 DPOF Setting completed set to 1 or more picture p 39 640 x 480 Image size e For images not recorded with this Camcorder the size display is determined as follows according to the number of horizontal pixels 640 or more less than 800 The size is not displayed at under 640 pixels 53 Others 800 or more less than 1 024 1 024 or more less than 1 280 SVGA O B 2 SXGA 1 280 or more less than 1 600 UXGA 1 600 or more less than 2 048 QXGA 2 048 or more PICTURE Cyan Photoshot Mode Red While Photoshot recording is activated Green While the Card being read PICTURE Red No Card Still Picture Mode B 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 MO 00 00 and Time Code Indication TIMECODE 0h00m00s00f p 18 By repeatedly pressing the DISPLAY Button on the Remote Control Optional you can change the Counter Display Mode B To Display Date Time Indication To display Date Time Indication set the appropriate Date Time in DATE TIME on the DISPLAY Sub Menu p 18 You can also press the DATE TIME Button of the Remote Control Optional repeatedly to display or change the Date
81. first picture 3 Press the PHOTO SHOT Button 35 During the copying the following Indication appears NOW RECORDING e It takes a few seconds to record a picture to the Tape e 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 e Photoshot index signals are automatically recorded e For other notes concerning this item see page 59 Audio Dubbing Optional Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 68 You can add music or narration to the recorded Cassette e If 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 e Audio Dubbing cannot be performed on a recording made in LP Mode p 21 1 Press the n Button 67 on the Remote Control where you EIS to add new sound sis MULTI E ADV zs SE STILL S P IN P REC at Press the ms Button 53 1 on the Remote Control 3 To start Audio Dubbing press the 1 Button on the Remote Control B To Cancel Audio Dubbing Press the 1 Button on the Remote Control The Camcorder is in the Still Playback Mode again B To Play Back the Sound
82. fo Recording Mode B To Cancel Blank Search Before Completion Press the m Button 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 STILL 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 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 54 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 Card Photoshot Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the Camcorder 1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode oT Qs 35 O The PICTURE Indication lights up in red E Selecting the quality of Photoshot images Set CARD RECORDING MENU gt gt CARD gt gt PICT QUALITY gt gt a desired image Pan E Maximum number of sti
83. fore there is no guarantee that this software works correctly with Windows If you want to search for Microsoft digitally signed software visit the Windows Update Web site at http windowsupdate microsoft com to see if one is available Do you want to continue the installation For Windows 98SE Me users USB Audio Device is required Click Next and proceed A device driver is a software program that makes a hardware device work e f you use Windows 98SE the OS installation CD may be required B For Windows 98SE Me Users The following messages may be displayed when connecting this Camcorder and your personal computer via USB Cable The file kstvtune ax on Windows 98 OK 1 Second Edition CD ROM cannot be found AY el Insert Windows 98 Second Edition CD ROM in the selected drive and click OK Copy files from D xwIN98 Browse 1 The message The file kstvtune ax on Unknown cannot be found is displayed Enter C Windows system for Windows 98SE Enter C Windows options CABS for Windows Me e 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 e Enter C Windows system e f the ksclockf ax file is missing in the above mentioned folder insert the OS CD ROM
84. g p 22 Recording Pause p 22 gt IL PP sel LIP 1H Hp KK DID CHK A DUB P A DUBII BLANK Re 2x D 1 500 SLIDE SLIDE I F2 4 7 ST MAGICPIX Z MIC WIND CUT P SOFT SKIN PICTURE TITLE VOLUME 3 30 45AM N F E E y E D e White Self Timer Recording p 24 Playback p 33 Still Playback p 34 Fast forward Cue Playback p 33 Rewind Review Playback p 33 Slow Motion Playback p 34 Still Advance Playback p 34 Index Search p 35 Recording Check p 22 Audio Dubbing p 41 Audio Dubbing Pause p 41 Blank Search p 22 Repeat Playback p 58 Variable Speed Search p 34 When you adjust shutter speed manually this indication appears p 29 Slide Show Playback p 37 Slide Show Playback Pause p 37 When you adjust the F Number manually this indication appears p 30 Automatic White Balance Mode p 28 White Balance Adjustment Mode p 28 Outdoor Mode p 28 Indoor Mode recording under incandescent lamp p 28 MagicPix Function p 27 Zoom Microphone p 25 Wind Noise Reduction p 27 Progressive Photoshot Mode p 23 Soft Skin Mode p 27 Picture p 37 Title picture p 38 Volume adjustment p 33 Date Time Indication p 54 Photoshot Picture Quality during Photoshot recording F means Fine N means Normal and E means Economy p 23 Remaining Number o
85. gainst 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 INTERFERENCE USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE Since this product gets hot during
86. gnals of images to which digital effects are added during playback cannot be output from the DV Terminal p 11 You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while playing back the non recorded portion of tape B Playing Back a Card e If a blank nothing recorded Card is played the screen becomes white f 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 e When playing back a picture recorded on other equipment its size and that of this Camcorder may appear differently e 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 e 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 B Slide Show Playback time may take longer than usual depending on the picture E 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 e
87. gram AE You can select optimal automatic exposure under specific recording situations 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL EO gt UA MANUAL The MNL Indication appears 217 Recording Mode 2 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU or CARD RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt PROG AE gt gt a desired mode X 63 1 amp or 8 T STILL SOS 1 X Sports Mode For recording scenes involving quick movements such as sports scenes 2 3 Portrait Mode Use when you want to make people subjects stand out from the background 3 Low Light Mode For brightening a dark scene 4 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 B To Cancel the Program AE Function Set the PROG AE on the CAMERA Sub menu to OFF Or set the AUTO MANUAL F OCUS Switch to AUTO For other notes concerning this item see page 57 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 Le
88. haking it e tis 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 Y icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen p 46 Using the RESET button 1 Open the LCD Monitor p 16 2 Undo Grip Belt end and pull Lens Cap Cord O downward to loosen Grip Belt 3 Use projection 9 on the Lens Cap to press the RESET Button O Explanation of Terms B Digital Video System In a digital video system images and sounds are converted into digital signals 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 back
89. hieves focus based upon the vertical lines of an image a subject with little contrast such as a white wall may become blurry B 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 Oh00mO0sO00f may appear 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 22 before recording a new scene B Memory Stop Function The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations Rewinding or fast forwarding a tape to a desired position 1 2 5 Set DISPLAY gt gt C DISPLAY gt gt MEMORY Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape position from which you want to play it back later pp 12 18 Start playba
90. hone Function e The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud B 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 B 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 B 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 B MagicPix Function In 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 turned 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 Effec
91. ia a network or by the Internet 3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen until the installation is complete Setup window will disappear when the installation is complete Using USB Driver Operating environment Despite having the Operating environment indicated it may not be possible to use the program with some types of personal computers B For Windows OS IBM PC AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition CPU Intel Pentium ll Celeron 300 MHz or higher including compatible CPU RAM 32 MB or more 64 MB or more recommended Free hard disk space At least 30 MB or more Ports USB Jack For Windows Me 2000 XP users the USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard OS B For Macintosh OS Mac OS Xv 10 1 Xv 10 2 CPU iMac iBook or Power Book G4 Power Mac G4 or Power Mac G5 RAM 64 MB or more The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard OS Installing USB Driver For Windows If you have direct dial up connection capability to the Internet please down load the USB Driver Please install USB Driver first before connecting the Camcorder to your personal computer with the USB Cable not supplied 1 In order to download and install the USB Driver go to http www panasonic com consumerdownloads r life Click Camcorder on the screen Click USB Driver version 1 00 Decompress the do
92. icity 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 B LCD Monitor Viewfinder Lens Hood LCD Monitor e 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 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 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
93. ing 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 11 59 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 13 BEEP SOUND Beep Sound p 55 CLOCK SET Date and Time Setting p 21 INITIAL SET Initial Setting Mode p 54 B gt TAPE PLAYBACK MENU Tape Playback Menu TAPE PLAYBACK MENU DE NEXT MENU EXIT YA BEAM PLAYBACK Playback Functions Sub Menu SEARCH Index Search Mode p 35 12bit AUDIO Audio Selector pp 41 42 AUDIO OUT Audio Output Mode p 58 USB FUNCTION USB Functions Mode p 48 DIGITAL Playback Digital Setup Sub Menu EFFECT ON Digital Effect On Off p 36 EFFECT SEL Digital Effect Selection p 36 TITLE IN Adding a Title p 38 CARD Card Setup Sub Menu PICT QUALITY Picture Quality p 23 CREATE TITLE Title Creation pp 37 38 RECORDING Recording Setup Sub Menu REC SPEED Recording Speed Mode p 21 AUDIO REC Audio Recording Mode p 21 DISPLAY Display Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display Mode p 54 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 54 C DISPLAY Counter Display Mode p 54 C RESET C
94. inn 37 Adding DE N EE EN 38 Writing Printing Data on a Card DPOF Seting asun 39 Protecting the Files on a Card LOCK Seling Pc 39 Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card 39 Formatting a Card us sessie se peas ca ee 40 Playing Back on Your TV ieciscaiiciosia ana 40 Editing Mode Recording from a Tape onto a Card 41 Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape In o 41 Audio Dubbing Optional Remote Control Only 41 Copying on a VHS Cassette Dubbing 42 Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing account ERGER RR ESRA RENE Een 42 PC Connection With DV Interface Cable 43 With a PC Using the Software with a Personal Computer TE C 44 Using USB DEIMBE o niente rmi ai 44 To disconnect USB cable safely 46 Using as a Web Camera esse sees ee ee AT If you no longer need software or driver Uninstall OT OE N ON 50 iS 0 MT ER EE OR EE P 50 Others MACANO Srs ios 53 Initializing the Modes aai oes eres od Warning Alarm Indications od Notes and Hints cercana 55 Cautions for Use rada 59 Before Requesting Service Problems and Solutions ees ee ee EE 62 Using the RESET BUION sis ees 64 Explanation oi Terms ec ias 64 SDOSHICOU OS ne eae ee m OU dU 66 Camcorder Accessory System 67 Camcorder Accessory Order Form 68 Request for Service Notice
95. itch 46 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 dc For other notes concerning this item see page 55 BATTERY RELEASE Re attaching the Lens Cap Charging Time and Available To protect the Lens surface attach the Lens Cap Recording Time The Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord come CGR D08R 2 h 10 min 1 h 45 min A Charging Time Maximum Continuous Recording Time e 2 h 10 min indicates 2 hour and 10 minutes Battery CGR DOB8R is supplied 1 Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord through The times shown in the table are approximate the attached eye on the Lens Cap Then times The numbers indicate the recording time pass the Lens Cap through the loop made when the Viewfinder is used The numbers in by itself and pull tight 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 96 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 O Ns dr When no
96. ll pictures recordable on an SD Memory card optional PICTURE 32MB 220 440 880 eva 4e em ime These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed 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 id MODE gt gt ON The i Indication appears 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 page 55 23 Recording Mode EM By opening the LCD Monitor and rotating 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 f 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 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 01 0 The Built in
97. marked with a frame D Press the MULTI Button 20 The selected title is displayed Recording and Photoshot Recording can be made with pictures that have titles B To Clear the Title Display Set DIGITAL gt gt TITLE IN gt gt OFF Or press the TITLE Button on the Remote Control Optional For other notes concerning this item see page 58 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Playback Mode Writing Printing Data on a Card Protecting the Files on a Card 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 38 to Picture Playback Mode 2 Set PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU gt gt EDITING gt gt DPOF SET gt gt YES gt gt VARIABLE GDPOF SETTING aan al Ed ii 640 FYN E 640 e ot E T 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 gt gt Button or dd Button to select the number of pictures to be printed and press the ENTER Button 15 e e Indication is displayed in the picture set p 53 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 and pr
98. matically reset to VCR1 Mode Power Supply ON Using the AC Adaptor Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor Connect the AC Cable 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 16 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 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 e 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 13 Before Use 2 Attach the charged Battery to the 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 Camcorder B Disconnecting the Power Source Set the OFF ON Switch 42 to OFF and while sliding the BATTERY RELEASE Sw
99. mming 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 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 batter
100. multi pictures are displayed press the MULTI Button e If MANUAL has been selected press the MULTI Button after 9 pictures are displayed B To Display the Multi Pictures Again Press the MULTI Button for 1 second or longer B 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 displayed 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 57 31 Recording Mode Picture in Picture Mode 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 gt gt WIPE or MIX You can display a sub screen still picture inside the screen The WIPE or MIX Indication appears 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt 2 Press the Recording Start Stop Button DIGITAL gt gt EFFECT1 gt gt P IN vi to start recording 13J 14 L15JL16 L 17 Dawa DO 2 Aim the Camcorder at the scene you want i to capture and press the P IN P Button 3 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to insert a small still picture to pause the recording The last scene is stored in memory The WIPE or MIX Indication changes to MI or EE 4 Press the Recording Start Stop Button to restart the recording The last image of the previous scene gradually MULTI P IN P e A
101. n Press the lt lt Button 17 B To Exit the Menu Screen Press the MENU Button again B 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 Menu operation flow is shown in this text by gt gt 17 Before Use File Selection in the Picture Playback Mode A File Selection Operation may be necessary during Menu Operations In this case carry out the following procedure 1 Press the 1 m 4 gt Button and select a file The selected file is marked by a frame PG URE ZI mm X fi N 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 Menus are for explanation purposes only and they are different from the actual Menus B TAPE RECORDING MENU Tape Recording Menu M M SELECT Mi AE CAMERA Camera Setup Sub Menu PROG AE Auto Exposure Mode pp 27 28 EIS Image Stabilizer pp 25 26 D ZOOM Digital Zoom p 25 SELF TIMER Self timer Recording p 24 USB FUNCTION USB Functions Mode p 48 If you press the lt lt Button the menu changes back to the p
102. n appears 3 Press the gt gt Button or dd Button until the E Indication is displayed MNL MIA 4 Point the Camcorder at a full screen white subject D Keep pressing ENTER Button 15 until the E Indication stops flashing B To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the gt Button or dd Button until the AWB Indication is displayed Or set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO About White Balance Sensor The White Balance Sensor determines the nature of the light source during recording 71 131 Do not cover the White Balance Sensor with your hand during recording because White Balance will not function normally 10 000K Outside of the effective range of Automatic White 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 source In this case adjust the White Balance 1 The effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment on this Camcorder 2 Blue sky 3 Cloudy sky rain 4 TV screen 5 Sunlight 6 White fluorescent lamp 7 Halogen light bulb 8 Incandescent light bulb 9 Sunrise or sunset 10 Candlelight For other notes concerning this item see page 57 Useful for recording fast moving subjects 1 Setthe AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL E 048 FOGUS MANUA
103. n 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 If you no longer 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 Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer 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 these Operating Instructions are shown in English for
104. ns Cap 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL y pits MANUAL The MNL Indication appears 2 Press the ENTER Button 18 Ss e The AWB Indication appears 3 Press the gt gt Button or dd Button to select a desired White Balance Mode 17 L TT 1 Automatic White Balance Adjustment AWB 2 The white balance setting that was previously set manually E 3 Outdoor Mode gt 4 Indoor Mode recording under incandescent lamp 4 B To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the gt gt Button or dd Button until the AWB Indication appears Or set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to AUTO Adjusting White Balance Manually White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so that white will appear pure white The Camcorder determines the hue of light that comes through the Lens and White Balance Sensor thereby judging the recording condition and selects the closest hue setting This function is called Automatic White Balance Adjustment For light outside the functional Auto White Balance Adjustment range use the Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode 1 Set the AUTO MANUAL FOCUS Switch to MANUAL 1 MANUAL The MNL Indication appears For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Recording Mode 2 Press the ENTER Button 15 e The AWB Indicatio
105. on 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 B 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 f you are using MagicPix Mode p 27 or Program AE Mode pp 27 28 you cannot adjust the shutter speed B Manual Iris Adjustment Depending on zoom magnification there are iris values that will not be displayed If you are using MagicPix Mode p 27 or Program AE Mode pp 27 28 you cannot adjust the iris f you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after setting the Iris the value set for the Iris will be canceled m Digital Effect Functions f you have set EFFECT2 to B W or SEPIA changing the selected White Balance Mode is not possible p 28 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 In the following cases using the EFFECT1 on the DI
106. or 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 Take out the Cassette p 15 Set the OFF ON Switch to OFF Take out the Card p 15 Detach the power supply and retract the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor pp 13 14 16 5 To protect the Lens attach the supplied Lens Cap E 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 e Water may cause the Camcorder or Cassette to malfunction Irreparable 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 vid
107. or circuits When installing an d Ifthe 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 e Ifthe video unit has been dropped or the cabinet kind into this video unit through openings as they may has been damaged touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that f When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid performance this indicates a need for service of any kind onto the video unit 18 Servicing Do not attempt to service this video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all 20 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part servicing to qualified service
108. ose up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1x to 24x magnification With the Digital Zoom Function you can select a magnification from 50x up to 800x 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt D ZOOM gt gt 50x or 800x e 50x e 800x Digital zooming to 50x Digital zooming to 800x 2 Push the W T Lever towards W or towards T to zoom in or out VOL JOG Jl B To Cancel the Digital Zoom Function Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt D ZOOM gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see page 56 Image Stabilizer Function If the Camcorder is shaken while recording the camera shake in the image can be corrected e If the Camcorder shakes too much the images may not be stabilized 1 Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt EIS gt gt ON 25 Recording Mode 2 Press the Recording Start Stop Button or PHOTO SHOT Button to start recording AS OS o B To Cancel Image Stabilizer Function Set TAPE RECORDING MENU gt gt CAMERA gt gt ElS gt gt OFF For other notes concerning this item see page 56 Fade In Out Functions Fade In Fade In brings out images and sounds gradually from a black screen at the beginning of a scene a 1 Keep pressing the FADE Button during the Recording Pause Mode x SS The image fades out gradually 2 When
109. ounter Reset p 65 LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 17 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 16 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu BLANK SEARCH Blank Search p 22 AV JACK AV Jack pp 11 59 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 13 BEEP SOUND Beep Sound p 55 O CARD RECORDING MENU Card Recording Menu OCARD RECORDING MENU gt RO er DE NEXT MENU EXIT H M SELECT CAMERA Camera Setup Sub Menu PROG AE Auto Exposure Mode pp 27 28 SHTR EFFECT Shutter Effect p 55 SELF TIMER Self timer Recording p 24 19 Before Use DIGITAL Digital Setup Sub Menu TITLE IN Adding a Title p 38 CARD Card Setup Sub Menu PICT QUALITY Picture Quality p 23 CREATE TITLE Title Creation pp 37 38 BURST MODE RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot p 23 DISPLAY Display Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display Mode p 54 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 54 LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 17 SELF REC Recording Yourself p 24 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 16 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu AV JACK AV Jack pp 11 59 REMOTE Remote Control Mode p 13 BEEP SOUND Beep Sound p 55 CLOCK SET Date and Time Setting p 21 INITIAL SET Initial Setting Mode p 54 B C3 PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU Picture Playback Menu W M SELECT De NE
110. p screen is displayed However the screen N AE a ee is not displayed if the MSN Messenger setup has Click here to join the Customer P ere SAT already been done For more details please read the can ee corresponding Help file A Palmcorder Offline A 1 Click Sign In 15 x File Contacts Actions Tools Help ms Add a Contact Send an Instant Message 1j Send a File or Photo g Start a Voice Conversation AP Start a Video Conversation More Click below to sign in 49 With a PC AAA A A 2 Type in your Sign in name and password If you do not have your Sign in name and password click Get one here Sign in to NET Messenger Service MSN Messenger xi Sign in name PO H tpa Examples name 123 hotmail com myname msn com Don t have a Passport example passport com le Password Remember my name and password on this computer Forgot your password Cancel Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed 4 After the setup is completed sign in and start the MSN Messenger D Click on Audio Tuning Wizard in the Tools menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly ici x File Contacts Actions Too s Help Mi Stat v ctions Pane gt ole r 3 palmcorde AP Click here to le Create Emoticons Li Customer Expe Create Backarounds Program Change Display Picture SE Go to us Alerts History i Publish My Phone Num
111. 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 conditons 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 is in safe operating order Precautions 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 BRIGHT 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
112. precision technology is employed to produce the Viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 67 000 pixels 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 Lens Hood When you wish to attach the Tele Conversion Lens not supplied Wide Conversion Lens not supplied rotate these in a clockwise direction f you push the W T Lever toward W during recording with the filter and conversion lens attached to the Camcorder 4 corners of the image may become dark vignetting For details please refer to the operating instructions of your accessories Before Requesting Service Problems and Solutions The Camcorder power cannot be turned on Is the power source connected correctly pp 13 14 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 p 22 The Camcorder power does not stay on long
113. r recording We recommend that you use this equipment to format the Card 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 VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Connect to the TV with the AV Cable When plugging the pin plug of the AV cable into the AV OUT Jack plug it in as far as it goes B To Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Press the OSD Button on the Remote Control Optional oso TME sho 49 gt OO DISPLAY RESET TITLE MULTI P IN P REC ADUB 3 For other notes concerning this item see page 59 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Editing Mode Editing Mode Recording from a Tape onto a Card Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette 1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode 2 Start playback and set the Camcorder to Still Playback Mode at the scene you wish to record and press the PHOTO SHOT Button 35 Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape Card Images can be recorded to the Tape 1 Set the Mode Dial 38 to Picture Playback Mode 88 ed a 2 Display the
114. ration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to PANASONIC ACCESSORIES Please do not send cash 4 Shipping information 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 EE EE EE EE EE Reduest for Service Notice Please photocopy this form when making a reguest for service notice In the unlikely event this product needs service Please include your proof of purchase R t f S i N ti 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 69 Others EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE MM Limited Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY
115. rd Illumination 1 400 Ix Minimum Required Illumination 2 Ix MagicPix Mode Video Output Level 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm Audio Output Level Line 316 mV 600 ohm USB Card reader writer function 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 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 without Battery and DV cassette Operating Temperature 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Operating Humidity 10 96 80 Card Memory Functions 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 2 A 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 u
116. revious screen DIGITAL Digital Setup Sub Menu EFFECT1 Digital Effects 1 pp 30 31 EFFECT2 Digital Effects 2 p 31 MULTI MODE Multi Picture Mode p 31 TITLE IN Adding a Title p 38 CARD Card Setup Sub Menu PICT QUALITY Picture Quality p 23 CREATE TITLE Title Creation pp 37 38 RECORDING Recording Setup Sub Menu REC SPEED Recording Speed Mode p 21 AUDIO REC Audio Recording Mode p 21 SCENE INDEX Scene Index Mode p 35 WIND CUT Wind Noise Reduction p 27 ZOOM MIC Zoom Microphone p 25 CINEMA Cinema like Format Recording p 27 DISPLAY Display Setup Sub Menu DISPLAY Display Mode p 54 DATE TIME Date and Time Indication p 54 C DISPLAY Counter Display Mode p 54 C RESET Counter Reset p 65 It resets the counter to zero However it cannot reset the Time Code LCD EVF LCD EVF Setup Sub Menu LCD EVF SET LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment p 17 SELF REC Recording Yourself p 24 EVF ON AUTO Using the Viewfinder p 16 INITIAL Initial Setup Sub Menu BLANK SEARCH Blank Search p 22 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use 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 insert
117. rt 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 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS is ie NEC SECTION 810 21 T e a DE GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING 7 ELECTRODE SYSTEM NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE NEC ART 250 PART H NEC 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 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 b If any liquid has been spilled into or objects have not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines fallen onto the video unit or other electric light or power circuits or where it can c If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water fall into such power lines
118. s Home or Carry In 1 1 888 843 9788 843 9788 Rechargeable Batteries in exchange for defective item Tape in exchange for 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 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 Ten 10 Days Not Applicable Carry In or Mail In 1 800 211 PANA 7262 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
119. s 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 63 Others VERE A 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 ST1 p 41 Is the Variable Speed Search Function working Press the gt Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function p 34 punos eqAeld Recorded pictures are not clear s PICT QUALITY on the 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 23 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 41 45 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 s
120. s feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 68 To facilitate searching for desired scenes this Camcorder automatically records index signals during recording as explained in the following Photoshot Index Signal 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 Photoshot Index Search 1 Set TAPE PLAYBACK MENU gt gt PLAYBACK gt gt SEARCH gt gt PHOTO SS x 2 Press the gt gt Button or 4 Button on the Remote Control INDEX STOP INDEX P8Zo0u 86 ELL ey erect With each press of the corresponding button s
121. s via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others Camcorder Accessory System Accessory Figure Description Price PV DAC11 D AC Adaptor Cal Por S Pricing LSJA0288 pd DC Cable ote GE Pricing Pricing CGR D08A 1B 800 mAh 1 h 30 min Battery Pack 69 95 CGR D16A 1B 1 600 mAh 3 h Battery Pack 99 95 CGP D28A 1B OO 2 800 mAh 5 h Battery Pack 129 95 CGR D53A 1K f W 5 300 mAh 9 h Battery Pack 229 95 PV DDC9 IEA DV Interface Cable i LINK 55 00 4 pin to 4 pin LSSQ0411 X IR Remote Control Sk N Pricing RP SDHO1GU1A 1 GB SD Memory Card RP SDH512U1A 512 MB SD Memory Card RP SDH256U1A W 1 256 MB SD Memory Card Call For RP SD128BU1A W i 128 MB SD Memory Card Pricing RP SDOGABPPA W 64 MB SD Memory Card RP SDO32BPPA 32 MB SD Memory Card IAN USB Reader Writer for SD Memory Card S Diss Ae compatible with MultiMediaCard nes H SDPCMCIA Adaptor ER DAE ie SS compatible with MultiMediaCard 79 95 K1HAO05CD0005 USB Cable ae For ricing Call For PV HBOO2 Carrying Case Pricing Please refer to page 68 when placing an order Others SEE EE EE EE EE EE EE Camcorder Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order 1 Camcorder Model 2 Items Ordered Total Price 3 Method of payment check one Check of Money Order enclosed NO C O D SHIPMENTS VISA Credit Card MasterCard Expi
122. small still picture is displayed ina normal picture changes to the new scene e If the P IN P Button is pressed again the small still picture is cleared For other notes concerning this item see page 57 For other notes concerning this item see page 57 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 Mix Mode While the moving image of a new scene fades in the still image of the last recorded scene gradually fades out 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 22 to ON The POWER Lamp lights up CIO Gm 2 Setthe Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode 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 15 to start playback e The Indication appears SS e If a cassette recorded with copyright protection signal is played back the picture is distorted by mosaic like patterns B To Stop Playback Press the m Button 16 Adjusting the Sound Volume To adjust the volume push the W T Lever to display the VOLUME Indication Push
123. st case the Camcorder cannot record at all For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others ag AAA Causes of Dirty Heads Large quantity of dust in the air High temperature and high humidity environment e 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 ifthe 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 e 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 heads 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 e f the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner the Camcorder needs to be cleaned at a Servicenter Please consult a dealer Head
124. t Modes in EFFECT1 cannot be set When recording with the MagicPix Function it is recommended that you use a tripod 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 B Wind Noise Reduction Function e When it is set to ON directivity of microphone is regulated depending on the strength of wind to reduce wind noise B 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others gg A The Cinema Mode and the Title Creation cannot be used simultaneously Using the Cinema Mode deactivates MULTI and P IN P of EFFECT1 Depending on the software in use the imported Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly B Program AE e f any of the Program AE Modes are select
125. t using the Lens Cap pull th Cord in the direction of the arrow e When you are not recording be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Before Use When you remove the Lens Cap press the knobs firmly ye 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 q L oo 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 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 36 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 holder cannot be ejected 4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark S Accidental Erasure Prevention Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider Q on the cassette by sliding it to the SAVE arrow direction prevents recording To enable recording close the accidental erasure prevention slider by
126. tection 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 B 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 B 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 f 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 B Audio Dubbing The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed e 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 p 65 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 B Using the DV Cable f
127. 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 VOL JOG I 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 Button to decrease the volume The VOLUME indication disappears immediately after adjustment is made EI d EE b EJ e The sound volume cannot be adjusted using the Remote Control in Playback Zoom Mode pp 35 36 For other notes concerning this item see page 58 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back Cue Review Playback If the gt gt Button 14 or lt lt Button is pressed during Playback it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback B i Mi EE e If the Button is held continuously it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it 33 Playback Mode 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 Indication appears 2 Push the W T Lever to select a desired search speed VOL JOG t Das The following 6 playback ened are available for the Variable Speed Search Function in both the fast forwarding and rewinding directions 1 5x slow playback in
128. the MENU Button 19 to finish setting the date and time The clock operation starts from 00 second e 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 Y Indication flashes the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camcorder with the power turned off and then connect After charging for 4 hours the built in lithium battery can power the clock for approximately 3 months 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 41 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
129. the Viewfinder B To Adjust Press the m m Button and select the item to be adjusted and then press the 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 62 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 The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the Mode Dial is displayed le pe 2 Press the 1 m Button to select a desired Sub Menu e Press the n m Button to display the highlighted item Press the gt gt Button to display the selected Sub Menu Press the 1 m Button to select the item Press the gt gt Button to display the selected item O ak CQ Press the u m to select the desired mode and press the ENTER 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 gt Buttons and ENTER Button on the Remote Control Optional pp 11 12 B To Return to the Previous Scree
130. till pictures recorded in Photoshot Mode are searched Scene Index Search 1 Set TAPE PLAYBACK MODE gt gt PLAYBACK gt gt SEARCH gt gt SCENE 2 Press the gt gt Button or H 4 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 B Continuous Index Search If the gt gt Button or the lt lt Button is pressed for 2 seconds or longer search can be continued at several second intervals To cancel press the gt Button 70 or the m Button 68 ol ES E ES PLAY FF EIE TA da T5 oes EE iP af EST P 8 200M IE EL IPTE For other notes concerning this item see page 58 Playback Zoom Function Optional Remote Control Only This feature is only available with Remote Control However it is not supplied If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 68 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 PBZ004 G La 3 a ar SE
131. ting the Camcorder on an optional tripod E Remote Control Optional Remote Control is not supplied If you would like to order the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts Please refer to page 67 Using the wireless Remote Control with the Camcorder most of the Camcorder functions can be operated from a distance Date Time Button DATE TIME p 54 Indication Output Button OSD p 40 Display Button DISPLAY p 54 Reset Button RESET pp 54 63 64 Recording Button e REC p 42 Audio Dubbing Button A DUB p 41 Cursor buttons for Variable Speed Search Function A V p 34 Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Function A V 4 gt p 35 11 Before Use EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE SEEN ES The Remote Control Optional Remote Control is not supplied If you would like Slow Motion Still Advance Buttons lt l I gt lt I reverse I gt forward p 34 Index Search Buttons H 1 IK4 reverse bb forward p 35 Selection Button SELECT p 36 Store Button STORE p 36 Off On Button OFF ON p 36 Zoom Volume Button ZOOM VOL p 36 Variable Speed Search Button VAR SEARCH p 34 Menu Button MENU p 17 The following buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the Camcorder Photoshot Button PHOTO SHOT p 23 Title Button TITLE p 38 Multi Picture Picture in Pictur
132. to Rico Inc Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 As of December 2004 71 Others 1 Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a Para Uso R pido Precauciones para su seguridad ADVERTENCIA Para evitar incendios y descargas el ctricas no exponga este equipo a la lluvia ni a la humedad Su IN 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 PRECAUCION en el interior del producto que puede tener la RIESGO DE DESCARGA ELECTRICA 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 PRECAUCION PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE peligroso DESCARGA ELECTRICA NO QUITE LA qe 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 SER REPARADAS POR EL USUARIO operaci n y mantenimiento en la literatura incluida SOLICITE TODA REPARACI N A PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CUALI
133. ttery and reattach it B Inserting Removing the Cassette n the case of using a previously recorded Cassette you can use the Blank Search Function p 22 to find the position where you want to continue recording e If a new 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 B 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 B 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 Bi Recording on a Card Even if the SHTR EFFECT is set to ON the Shutter Effect cannot be recorded on the picture e 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 slightly inferior image quality RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot One more still picture may be recorded after you release the PH
134. ume I Generic vol Q Matshita DVC USB D E ME 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 e When the Camcorder is in PC Mode USB Mass Storage Device or Matshita DVC USB Device Windows Me e When the Camcorder is in PC Mode USB Disk or Matshita DVC e 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 B For Macintosh Removing the USB Cable safely for Macintosh 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
135. ward 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo Others ass 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 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 ac
136. wnloaded data Double click E icon The set up program starts running Click Restart if the InstallShield dialog appears oO OAPON InstallShield pg Setup has completed configuring the Windows 19 Installer on your system The system needs to be restarted in order to continue with the installation Please click Restart to reboot the system 1 Finish installation by following the on screen instructions Click Next and proceed with installation After completing the installation Click Finish 8 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 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo With a PC A message 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 B Windows 98SE Users The following messages may be displayed when connecting this Camcorder and your personal computer via USB Cable 1 The message MTDV98M3 pdr is not found is displayed e Enter C Windows system IOSUBSYS 2 The message MTDV98M3 sys is not found is displayed e Enter C Windows SYSTEM32 DRIVERS You may click Browse to look for and assign the path Conn
137. y power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Am TT 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 the other or 3 wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin The 2 wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug The 3 wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords of plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the unit 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 Pa

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