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Panasonic Palmcorder PV-GS500 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
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Digital Video Camcorder
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Mini
PV-GS500
LSQT0975 A

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Operating Instructions...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    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 properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS500 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 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.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 5 Precautions USE & LOCATION WARNING ≥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 a direct splashing from a...
  • Page 6 Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, Quick Movie Magic and MotionDV STUDIO) You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
  • Page 7 Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Matsushita, or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of the Software.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before using Quick Guide ... 10 Accessories ... 12 Parts identification and handling... 12 Attaching the lens cap ... 14 The one-touch free-style grip belt ... 15 Power supply ... 15 Charging time and recordable time... 17 Turning the Camcorder on... 17 Setting date and time...
  • Page 9 Playback mode Playing back tape ... 47 Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playback ... 48 Variable-speed search function ... 48 Playback on TV... 49 Playing back card ... 50 Deleting files recorded on a card ... 51 Formatting a card... 51 Protecting files on a card ... 52 Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting) ...

  • Page 10: Before Using

    Quick Guide ª Charging the battery Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor and the AC main socket. Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it ª Attaching the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.
  • Page 11 ª How to turn off the power While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. ª Recording on a tape ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    Before using Accessories The following are the accessories supplied with this product. PV-DAC14D K2GJ2DZ00018 CR2025 CGA-DU14 N2QAEC000017 VYF2992 K2KZ9CB00001 VFF0304 VFA0453 1) AC adaptor, DC Cable, AC Cable CAUTION: This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC.
  • Page 13 (10) (11) (12) BATT (10) Viewfinder -19- -83- 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. (11) Battery holder -16-...

  • Page 14: Attaching The Lens Cap

    (36) Shoulder strap fixture This is a fixture for attaching the shoulder strap to hang the Camcorder from your neck or shoulder. ≥Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3 by at least 2 cm (1 inch).

  • Page 15: The One-Touch Free-Style Grip Belt

    Charge the battery before using this product. ≥Battery charging time ( ≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries. ≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ≥If the DC Cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not get charged.
  • Page 16 ª Connecting to the AC outlet Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor and the AC Jack. Connect the DC Cable to the AC adaptor. Connect the DC Cable to this product. ≥The output plug of the AC Cable is not completely connected to the AC adaptor jack.

  • Page 17: Charging Time And Recordable Time

    Charging time and recordable time The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC (77 oF) and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC (77 oF), the charging time will become longer.

  • Page 18: Setting Date And Time

    ª How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder When the power switch is set to [ON], the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder when the unit is in Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode.

  • Page 19: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD monitor You can record the image while viewing it on the opened LCD monitor. Place your finger on OPEN and pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow. OPEN ≥It can open up to 90o. Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to your preference.

  • Page 20: Quick Start

    Quick Start When Quick Start is ON the battery power is still being consumed, even when the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder are closed. The Camcorder will resume recording/pause mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder are reopened. ≥Please note in Quick Start Mode approximately half the pause recording power is being consumed.

  • Page 21: Inserting/Removing A Cassette

    Inserting/removing a cassette Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on the power. Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover. ≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassette holder will come out. After the cassette holder is opened, insert/ remove the cassette.

  • Page 22: Inserting/Removing A Card

    Inserting/removing a card Before inserting/removing a card, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. ≥If the card is inserted or removed with the power turned on, this Camcorder may malfunction or the data recorded on the card may be lost. Turn off the power 1. ≥Check that the Status indicator has gone off.

  • Page 23: Selecting A Mode

    Selecting a mode Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode. Rotate the mode dial. ≥Set your desired mode to 1. : TAPE RECORDING MODE Use this when you record the image on a tape. (Also, you can simultaneously record still pictures on a card while recording images on a tape.) : TAPE PLAYBACK MODE Use this to play back a tape.
  • Page 24 2) Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL]) Iris or gain value White balance Shutter speed ≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape. 3) Tape playback mode Playback/pause Stop Rewind (review playback) Fast forward (cue playback) LSQT0975 Before using 4) Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to...

  • Page 25: Help Mode

    Help mode Select an icon for an explanation of the function. ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears. Move the joystick right to select the Help mode icon [ ≥The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/...

  • Page 26: Adjusting Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder

    Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection. Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be set. Press the joystick to determine the setting. ª To exit the menu screen Press the [MENU] button. ª...

  • Page 27: Using The Remote Control

    Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to complete the settings. ≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted. ≥To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to activate it.
  • Page 28 Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.

  • Page 29: Magic Wire Remote Control

    ª Selecting the remote control mode If 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of Camcorder and remote control to [VCR1] and that of the other pair to [VCR2]. This will prevent interference between the 2 pairs. (The default setting is [VCR1]. When the button-type battery is replaced, the setting will revert to the default [VCR1].) Setting on the Camcorder:...

  • Page 30: Record Mode

    ≥We recommend using the SP mode for important recording. ≥In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. ≥It is not possible to dub audio onto image recorded in the LP mode. ( ≥In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be...

  • Page 31: Recording On A Tape

    ≥Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment without the LP mode. ≥Playback of the image on other digital video equipment recorded in the LP mode. ≥Slow/frame-by-frame playback. Recording on a tape Remove the lens cap. ( -14- (When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance...

  • Page 32: Recording Check

    ª [POWER SAVE] [OFF]: When 5 minutes passes without any operation, the standby mode will be automatically set. In the standby mode, [;] blinks and it takes more time than usual to start recording after you press the recording start/stop button. [5 MINUTES]: When 5 minutes passes without any operation, the Camcorder automatically turns off to protect...

  • Page 33: Recording Still Pictures On A Card While Recording Image Onto A Tape

    Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tape You can record still pictures while recording image onto a tape. You can also record mega pixel still pictures. ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully while recording image onto a tape.
  • Page 34 ª To record still pictures clearly ≥When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding the Camcorder by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording.

  • Page 35: Zoom In/Out Function

    ª Concerning the focusing area ≥When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting object out of the focus area. ≥Even when it is still difficult to focus, adjust the focus manually.

  • Page 36: Recording Yourself

    Recording yourself You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the Camcorder while presenting them the image. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (The image to be recorded is the same as that recording.) ≥Extend the viewfinder to see the picture while recording.

  • Page 37: Soft Skin Mode

    ª To cancel the MagicPix function Select the MagicPix icon until the MagicPix indication disappear. ≥The [0 LUX MAGICPIX OFF] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder. ≥If the 0 Lux MagicPix function is selected without reversing the LCD monitor, the [REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR] indication appears.

  • Page 38: Fade In/Fade Out Function

    Fade in/fade out function Fade in The image and audio gradually appear. Fade out The image and audio gradually disappear. ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears. Move the joystick left to select the fade icon ≥The [FADE ON] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Microphone Sensitivity Level

    Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level When recording, the input level from the built-in microphone and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted. ≥Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode. Set [ADVANCED] >> [MIC LEVEL] >> [AUTO], [SETrAGC] or [SET]. AGC*: Auto Gain Control [AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically.

  • Page 40: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the built-in flash Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places. ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Set [ADVANCED] >> [FLASH] >> [ß] or [ßA]. ≥If [ßA] is selected, then the flash will automatically flash as necessary. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

  • Page 41: Self-Timer Recording

    Self-timer recording You can record still pictures on a card using the timer. ≥Set to Card Recording Mode. Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears. Move the joystick left to select the self-timer recording icon [ ≥The [SELF-TIMER ON] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder.

  • Page 42: Optical Image Stabilizer Function

    ≥If the self-timer is set, the Camcorder records up to 10 still pictures continuously. ≥Intervals between recording pictures may become longer depending on the card. We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card. ≥When using the card formatted by other equipment or a card that was recorded and erased repeatedly, the intervals between recording pictures may become longer.

  • Page 43: Recording In Various Situations (Scene Mode)

    Recording in various situations (Scene mode) When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL]. Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the desired mode.

  • Page 44: Recording In Natural Colors (White Balance)

    Recording in natural colors (White balance) The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].

  • Page 45: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Manual focus adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL]. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [FOCUS]. ≥The MNL and the manual focus indication [MF] will be displayed.
  • Page 46 ≥You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject, but this is not a malfunction. ≥During normal playback, image movement may not look smooth. ≥When recording in an extremely bright place, the color of the screen may change or flicker.

  • Page 47: Playback Mode

    Playback mode Playing back tape ≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. (An operation icon automatically appears on the LCD monitor.) Operate with joystick. 1/;: Playback/Pause Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.) Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.) ∫: Stop ≥The power will not turn off when the LCD...

  • Page 48: Slow-Motion Playback/ Frame-By-Frame Playback

    Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playback ≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Slow-motion playback can only be performed by using the remote control.) Slow-motion playback If the image is recorded in the SP mode, then it will be played back at a speed approx. 1/5 the normal speed.

  • Page 49: Playback On Tv

    Playback on TV Images recorded by this Camcorder can be played back on a TV. ≥Insert a recorded tape or card into this Camcorder. Connect the Camcorder and a TV. [AUDIO IN] ≥Connect the Camcorder and a TV by using the Multi cable 1.

  • Page 50: Playing Back Card

    Playing back card ≥Set to Card Playback Mode. (An operation icon automatically appears on the LCD monitor.) Operate with joystick. Plays back the previous picture. Plays back the next picture. 1/∫: Slide show (Plays back the still pictures on the card in order) start/pause ≥The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed and retracted during Tape/Card playback mode.

  • Page 51: Deleting Files Recorded On A Card

    Deleting files recorded on a card The deleted files cannot be restored. ≥Set to Card Playback Mode. Move the joystick left or right to select a file to delete. ≥You can select a file in the multi-screen display. After selecting the file, press the joystick and display the operation icon.

  • Page 52: Protecting Files On A Card

    Protecting files on a card Files recorded on a card can be protected so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the files are protected, they will be deleted if the card is formatted.) ≥Set to Card Playback Mode. Set [BASIC] >>...

  • Page 53: Edit Mode

    Edit mode Recording from a tape onto a card Still pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette. ≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. ≥Insert a tape which already has recorded contents and a card.

  • Page 54: Using The Dv Cable For Recording (Digital Dubbing)

    ≥If you record (dub) images onto another video device and then play them back on a wide- screen TV, the images may be stretched vertically. In this case, refer to the operating instructions for the device that you are recording (dubbing) to or read the operating instructions for the TV and set to 16:9 (full).

  • Page 55: Audio Dubbing

    Move the joystick up to select the [ icon again or press the [ remote control to stop recording. (Recorder) Stop playback. (Player) ª To cancel the standby for recording When the Camcorder is standby for recording, move the joystick down and select the [∫] icon or press the [∫] button on the remote control.

  • Page 56: Printing Pictures By Directly Connecting To The Printer (Pictbridge)

    ≥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. ª Before recording with audio dubbing ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. ≥When you want to preserve the original sound taken during recording, set [ADVANCED] >>...
  • Page 57 Move the joystick left and right to select a desired picture, and then press it. Select the desired number of prints. ≥You can set up to 9 prints. Select the setting for date printing. ≥If the printer is not capable of date printing, this setting is unavailable.

  • Page 58: With A Pc

    With a PC Check before Use Available software and required drivers vary depending on the OS of the personal computer. Check the required software and drivers with the table described below and then install them from the CD-ROM. Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. Installation of drivers Purpose Soft-...

  • Page 59: Connecting Computer And Camcorder

    ≥MotionDV STUDIO -63- Using the MotionDV STUDIO software allows you to capture video recorded on a tape or images viewed through the lens of a Camcorder. Connecting the Camcorder with the DV cable also allows you to output images edited on the personal computer to the tape in the Camcorder.

  • Page 60: Using As A Web Camera

    Using as a Web camera If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to other parties via the network. Note: ≥Do not connect the USB cable until the USB Driver is installed. Please see chart below: [Send] [Receive]...
  • Page 61 ª Connecting the Camcorder to personal computer (For Use as a Web Camera) Install the supplied USB Driver on the provided CD-ROM. Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode. Set [ADVANCED] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAM]. ≥To send pictures recorded on a tape to another personal computer using Windows Messenger/MSN Messenger, set [BASIC] >>...
  • Page 62 ≥Please refer to the HELP file of Windows Messenger to understand its operation. ≥During set up, if [Primary video capture device] selection screen is displayed, [Panasonic DVC Web Camera] is selected. ª Setting up MSN Messenger When starting MSN Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed.

  • Page 63: Using Quick Movie Magic Or Motiondv Studio

    Using Quick Movie Magic or MotionDV STUDIO When the OS is Windows XP/2000, the Camcorder can be connected to the personal computer with the DV cable. When the OS is Windows XP/2000, the Camcorder can be connected to the personal computer with the USB cable.
  • Page 64 For details on how to use the software applications, read the help file. Set [start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [Quick Movie Magic 1.0E] or [MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV] >> [Manual (PDF format)]. ≥Start Quick Movie Magic/MotionDV STUDIO and select [Help] >>...
  • Page 65 Connect the Camcorder to the personal computer with USB connection cable. Select [start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [Quick Movie Magic 1.0E] or [MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV] >> [Quick Movie Magic] or [MotionDV STUDIO LE for DV].

  • Page 66: Using On Macintosh

    Using on Macintosh ª Operating environment on iMovie 4/ iMovie HD Mac OS X v 10.3 to v 10.4 CPU: PowerPC G3 (400 MHz or higher), G4, G5 Interface: DV (FireWire) ≥Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥iMovie/iMovie HD, included with any new Macintosh or sold with iLife.

  • Page 67: Notes

    Notes ® ® ≥Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. ® ® ≥Intel and Pentium are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation. ≥Apple, Mac OS, iMovie/iMovie HD, FireWire are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
  • Page 68 ª About the SD Memory Card SD Memory Card The SD Memory is an external Memory Card that is available in larger capacities. It has a write protect switch to prevent data writing and card formatting, as well as a copyright protection function.

  • Page 69: Menu

    Menu Menu list Menu figures and illustrations are provided for easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are different from the actual menu indications. ª [TAPE RECORDING MENU] 1) [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] -43- [REC SPEED] -30- [WIND CUT] -38- [ASPECT] -41- [CLOCK SET] -18- 2) [ADVANCED] [PICT.QUALITY]...
  • Page 70 ª [CARD RECORDING MENU] 1) [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] -43- [PICT.QUALITY] -34- [PICTURE SIZE] -34- [ASPECT] -41- [CLOCK SET] -18- 2) [ADVANCED] [BURST MODE] -42- [FLASH] -40- [RED EYE] -40- [FLASH LEVEL] -40- [O.I.S.] -42- [REC LAMP] -71- [SHTR EFFECT] -34- 3) [SETUP] [DISPLAY] -71-...

  • Page 71: Menus Related To Recording

    Menus related to recording ª [H.SHOE MIC] Set to [LOWCUT] and this reduces low sound noise and wind noise hitting the stereo zoom microphone (VW-VMH3; optional) mounted on the smart accessory shoe. ª [DATE/TIME] This switches between date and time indications. ≥The Camcorder automatically records the date and time the picture was taken on the tape.

  • Page 72: Others

    Others Indications Various functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen. Basic indications Remaining battery power 0h00m00s00f: Time code 3:30:45PM Date/Time indication Recording indications R0:45: Remaining tape time ≥Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.) Standard Play mode (Recording speed mode)

  • Page 73: Warning/Alarm Indications

    Remaining number of photoshot pictures (When the remaining number of photoshot pictures reaches 0, the red indication flashes.) Slide show playback PictBridge: PictBridge mode 100-0001: Folder/File display No.00: File number Number of DPOF Setting Lock setting -52- [640k360] Image size [1280k720] Image size [2288k1288] Image size [640k480] Image size...
  • Page 74 CLOSE CASSETTE DOOR: The cassette cover is open. Close the cassette cover. -21- UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED): Audio dubbing cannot be performed because the original recording was in LP mode. UNABLE TO A.DUB: You are attempting to perform audio dubbing on a non-recorded tape.

  • Page 75: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions that cannot be used simultaneously Some functions in the Camcorder are disabled or cannot be selected due to its specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by conditions. Functions Conditions which disable the functions ≥Digital zoom ≥When the Card Recording ≥Pro-Cinema mode is used function...

  • Page 76: Before Requesting Repair (Problems And Solutions)

    Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions) Power/Body 1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on. • Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully charged battery. • The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds.
  • Page 77 2: The screen has changed suddenly. • Has the demonstration started? In the Tape Recording mode, if you set [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette and a card, the demonstration starts. For normal use, set this function to [OFF]. ( -71- 3: A cassette cannot be inserted.
  • Page 78 Playback (Pictures) 1: Although the Camcorder is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen. The playback images are vertical. • Have you selected video input on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input terminals used for the connection.

  • Page 79: Cautions For Use

    5: The Camcorder malfunctions on editing, dubbing from digital video equipment, or using “MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV” or “Quick Movie Magic”. • If a tape is recorded in multiple modes such as SP and LP (recording mode), 12bit and 16bit (sound recording mode), 4:3 and Wide, recorded and unrecorded parts, the Camcorder may malfunction at a point where the mode...
  • Page 80 ª About dirty heads If video heads (the parts that closely contact with the tape) become dirty, normal recording and playback are not properly performed. Clean the heads with the digital video head cleaner. ≥Insert the head cleaner into the Camcorder, set it to the Tape Playback Mode, and play it back for about 10 seconds.
  • Page 81 ≥The Camcorder body may be discolored and the surface finish may peel off. ≥Wipe the Camcorder with a soft dry cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. To remove stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked in a neutral detergent diluted with water and wipe the Camcorder with it.
  • Page 82 ª About the cassette Never place the cassette in a high temperature place. ≥The tape may be damaged, producing mosaic-like noise at the time of playback. When storing the cassette after use, be sure to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it out.

  • Page 83: Explanation Of Terms

    Viewfinder ≥To remove dust from inside the viewfinder, dismount the viewfinder first. When the dust is difficult to remove, get rid of it with a cotton swab dampened with water. Then wipe the viewfinder with a dry cotton swab. ≥To clean the inside of the viewfinder, keep pressing 1 and hold the eyecup 2 and pull it out.
  • Page 84 ª White balance The image recorded by the Camcorder may become bluish or reddish under the influence of light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust the white balance. White balance adjustment determines the white color under different light sources. By recognizing which is the white color under sunlight and which is the white color under a fluorescent lamp, the Camcorder can adjust the balance among the...

  • Page 85: Specifications

    SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/ 128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (Maximum)) Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs Still picture recording file format: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based 3 (16:9)/ on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding...
  • Page 86 AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 19 W DC output: DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Camcorder operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) Dimensions: Approx. 61 mm (W) 32 mm (H) Approx.

  • Page 87: Camcorder Accessory System

    Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# PV-DAC14 *CGR-DU06A/1B *CGA-DU12A/1B *CGA-DU21A/1B PV-DDC9 (For USA) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) RP-SDK02GU1A RP-SDK01GU1A RP-SDK512U1A RP-SDH256U1A RP-SDQ02GU1A RP-SDQ01GU1A RP-SD512BU1A RP-SD256BU1A RP-SD128BU1A RP-SD064BPPA RP-SD032BPPA VW-FLH3 VW-LDC10 VW-LDH3 VW-VMH3 BN-SDPC3E PV-HB002 (USA only) *Please refer to page , concerning the battery charging time and available recording time. -17- *NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country.

  • Page 88: Camcorder Accessory Order Form

    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] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. LSQT0975 Others...

  • Page 89: Request For Service Notice (Usa Only)

    (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attn: Camcorder Repair...

  • Page 90: Limited Warranty (For Usa Customers)

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (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...

  • Page 91: Customer Services Directory

    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 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...

  • Page 92: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

    5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

  • Page 93: Index

    Index ª Numerics 0 Lux MagicPix Function ...36 ª A AC Adaptor ...16, 81 Aperture ...45 Audio Dubbing ...55 Auto Ground-Directional Standby (AGS) ...39 ª B Backlight Compensation ...36 Black Balance ...44 Blank Search ...32 ª C Camcorder Accessory Order Form ...88 Card Playback ...50 Card Slow Shutter ...46 Charging the Battery ...15...

  • Page 94: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Guía española para el uso rápido ª Carga de la batería Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de la red de Meta la batería en el respectivo soporte alineando la marca, luego encájela.
  • Page 95 ª Cómo apagar la alimentación Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el interruptor [OFF/ON] en [OFF]. ª Grabación en una cinta ≥Ajuste al modo de grabación de cinta. Oprima el botón de inicio/parada de la grabación para empezar a grabar. Oprima de nuevo el botón de inicio/parada de la grabación para detener brevemente la grabación.
  • Page 96 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3...

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