Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo LSQT1035 A...
AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.
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Trade Name : Panasonic Model No. : PV-GS36 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.
Precautions USE & LOCATION WARNING TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... ● 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...
Using the Menu Screen ... 20 Selecting Language ... 21 List of Menus ... 21 LP Mode ... 24 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Mode About Recording ... 25 Recording on a Tape ... 25 Recording “Simultaneous Motion/...
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Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape ... 39 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back ... 40 Still Playback/Still Advance Playback ... 40 Playing Back a Memory Card ... 40 Slide Show ... 41 Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card ... 42 Writing Printing Data on a Card (DPOF Setting) ...
Only after the Cassette Holder is completely housed, close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Inserting a Card Place your Thumb on the [OPEN] and pull the LCD Monitor direction of the arrow.
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Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob Recording on a Tape Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode. • The [ TAPE RECORDING MODE] is displayed on the screen. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. • Recording starts. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to pause the recording.
[ MODE] to [OFF] as follows. Set [ SETUP] >> [ MODE] >> [OFF]. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Parts Identification and Handling Camcorder K2CA2CA00025 LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN] (p.
Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT] (pp. 44, 45) • Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder’s built-in speaker. • When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (p.
[STATUS] Indicator is not lit. • Hold down the battery with your hand so it does not fall. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Notes: • When the Camcorder has been used for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.
To Use as a Grip Belt Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. Detach the end of the Grip Belt. Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. Reattach the Grip Belt. Re-attaching the Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.
Cassette Holder as shown below. This may cause your fingers to jam in the cassette holder. Do not place fingers here. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Only after the Cassette Holder is completely housed, close the Cassette...
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.
Viewfi nder again. • The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red and turn on the power. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Setting Date and Time When the Camcorder is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.
Recharging the built-in lithium battery If [ ] or [--] is appears when the Camcorder is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has run down. Use the steps below to charge the battery. When the battery is inserted for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.
Camcorder to your Personal Computer. You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo How to Use the Joystick Control Basic Joystick Control Operations...
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Tape Recording Mode • When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO]. 1/4 NEXT 2/4 NEXT 3/4 NEXT ◄ Fade ► Help Mode* ▲ Backlight compensation ▼ Go to next page. ◄ Soft Skin Mode ▼ Go to next page. ▲...
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower right of the screen. Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the page with [ ] indication is displayed. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo IRIS SHTR – 3/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT p.
Move the Joystick Control [►] or press it to set the selection. Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to select the Sub-Menu. BASIC SCENE MODE REC SPEED WIND CUT CINEMA CLOCK SET SETUP ENTER EXIT Move the Joystick Control [►] or press it to set the selection.
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EVF SET] Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 17) POWER SAVE] Power Save Mode (p. 23) LANGUAGE] Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 21) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo e.g., BASIC [ BASIC] DATE/TIME Basic Setup Sub-Menu Scene Mode (p.
- Playback of the image on other digital video equipment recorded in the LP mode. - Still Advance playback. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo INITIAL SET] >> [YES] or DEMO MODE] DEMO 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.
Press the Joystick Control to display the One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower right of the screen. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo [One-Touch Navigation icon] 4/4 NEXT Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the Camcorder.
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Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode. • The [ CARD RECORDING MODE] is displayed on the screen. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. • The [ ] Indication lights up in red. Recording with a shutter operation effect You can add a shutter operation simulating sound. Set [ ADVANCED] >>...
If so, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card with this Camcorder. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Yourself You can record yourself while viewing the LCD Monitor.
Notes: • The subject should be within 4.9 feet (1.5 meters) of the Camcorder. • Using the LED Video Light reduces battery time. • Set the LED Video Light to off when not in use. • Do not look directly into the light. •...
0.8 inches (20 mm) away from the lens. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo To Use the Zoom Microphone Function Along with the zooming operation, the microphone’s directional angle and sensitivity are varied for ] again.
Notes: • The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded. • When the Card Recording mode is used, the Digital Zoom Function cannot be used. • White Balance cannot be set in the Digital Zoom range.
Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the page with [ ] indication is displayed. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 A M J A N To Resume Normal Recording Move the Joystick Control [▲] to select [...
Notes: • If set in a bright place, the screen may become whitish for a while. • The MagicPix Function is canceled when you operate the [OFF/ON] Switch or the Mode Dial. • In a dark place, the recorded picture is presented in a time-lapse-like manner.
J A N 2 0 0 6 1 0 0 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Notes: • If any of the Scene Modes are selected, you cannot • Using the MagicPix Function cancels any of the •...
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.
White Balance Adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. In this case, adjust the White Balance. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 2 : 0 0 <...
Move the Joystick Control [►] to select [One-Touch Navigation icon] • The Shutter Speed Indication appears. 3 h 5 9 m 5 9 s 2 9 f 2 : 0 0 ► 1 / 1 0 0 SHTR SHTR – BACK 1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 A M J A N...
• If you keep moving the Joystick Control [►] or [◄], the speed of adjusting becomes faster. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo • When focused with a wide angle, the subject may not be in focus when zoomed in.
Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording. • Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder before turning on the power. Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON]. • The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red. Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode.
Move the Joystick Control [▲] again. • The playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo or Review [One-Touch Navigation icon] Note: • If the Camcorder is left in the Still Playback Mode...
7 0 3 - 0 8 0 9 1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 A M J A N 2 0 0 6 N O . Folder File Number Picture Size (p. 56) File Number To Select a Desired File and Playing Back Multiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are displayed.
OK TO DELETE IMAGE? ALL FILES DELETE 1 FILE SETUP ENTER For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo N O . [One-Touch Navigation icon] [One-Touch Navigation icon] EXIT Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to select [YES] and press the Joystick Control.
Notes: • Do not turn off the power while deleting. • To delete files, use the AC Adapter or a sufficiently charged battery. • In case of [ALL FILES], the deletion may take time if there are many files on the card. •...
8, 16, 32 and 64 MB) and FAT16 system (for SD Memory Card of 128, 256, 512 MB, 1 GB and 2 GB). For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo FORMAT EXIT...
Editing Mode Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR ( Dubbing) Pictures recorded by the Camcorder can be stored on a DVD-RAM or other such media. Refer to the instructions for the recorder. • Place a recorded cassette in the Camcorder, and an unrecorded DVD-RAM or cassette in the DVD Recorder or VCR.
Insert a tape which already has recorded contents and a card. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Note: • If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button without pausing, blurred pictures may be recorded.
Camcorder to other parties via a network or the Internet. To download and install the Driver, go to: http://www.panasonic.com/consumerdownloads Click the software to be downloaded. Using the USB Function The USB connection can be used in one of the following two ways.
After the USB Driver is installed, please restart your computer. Connecting the Personal Computer and Camcorder • Never connect the USB Cable until the USB Driver is installed. • Before making these connections, turn off all devices, which are to be connected. •...
To disconnect USB cable safely For Windows If USB Cable is disconnected while computer is on, error dialog may appear. In such case click [OK] and close the dialog box. By following the steps below you can disconnect the cable safely. Double click the icon in task tray.
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 USB Driver is installed.
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When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera in the Tape Playback Mode, the indication of the One-Touch Navigation icon is different from the one in usual operation. In usual operation In the WEB CAMERA mode (Tape Playback Mode) •...
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[Tools] menu to confi rm that equipment is connected correctly. Select the microphone attached to the PC in the [Microphone] menu. Click [Web Camera Settings...] in the [Tools] menu. Confi rm that the [Panasonic DVC Web Camera Device] is selected.
In the case of MSN Messenger 7.5 Type in your E-mail address and password. • If you do not have a password, click [Get a new account]. After setup is completed, sign in and start MSN Messenger. Click [Audio and Video Setup] in the [Tools] menu and then click [Next].
Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well. • In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Jack is referred to as Camcorder. • These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or define any terms.
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• 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.
Slide Show Playback (pp. 41~42) F2.4 : F Number (p. 37) Gain Value (p. 37) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Fade (White) (pp. 31~32) Fade (Black) (pp. 31~32) Auto White Balance (p. 35) White Balance Adjustment Mode (pp.
Warning/Alarm Indications If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the Camcorder. Confirmatory Indications A cassette with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position is inserted. No cassette is inserted. The built-in battery is low. (p. 16) [--] / The Warning/Alarm Indication appears when you record yourself.
• This Camcorder is not intended for business use. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo When you use your Camcorder on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the Camcorder.
Causes of Dirty Heads • Large quantity of dust in the air • High-temperature and high-humidity environment • Damaged tape • Long operating hours Using Panasonic cleaning cassette (AY-DVMCLA) Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Cassette • Before storing it, rewind the tape to the beginning.
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood LCD Monitor • In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth. • If your Camcorder is extremely cold when you turn its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first.
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A cassette cannot be inserted. • Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Auto focus function does not work. • Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.
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Playback (Pictures) Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during cue or review playback. • This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction. Horizontal stripes appear on images during cue and review playback. • Horizontal stripes may appear depending on the scene, but this is not a malfunction.
Grip Belt. Use projection on the Lens Cap to press the [RESET] Button For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Explanation of Terms ] appears In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape.
6) Recording a subject with little contrast • Because the Camcorder achieves focus based upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry. Time Code Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (30 frames per second).
USB: Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant (Full-Speed) No copyright protection support For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Digital Interface: DV Input/Output Jack (IEEE1394, 4-pin) Dimensions: Approx. 69 (H) × 82 (W) × 120 (D) mm Approx.
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR CAMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE CALL PANASONIC’ S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Description Price Each Your State &...
(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...
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)
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...
También, cualquier cambio sin autorización o modificaciones a este equipo anularían 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 Este símbolo tiene por finalidad alertar al usuario acerca de la presencia de tensión sin aislación en el interior del producto, que...
Guía rápida Cómo utilizar la batería Coloque la batería en el adaptador de ca y cárguela. • Antes de usar, cargue completamente la batería. • Debido a que la batería no se cargará cuando el cable de entrada de cc esté conectado al adaptador de ca desconéctelo del adaptador de •...
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• Se visualiza la indicación [ TARJETA] en la pantalla. Presione el botón [PHOTO SHOT]. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Reproducción de una cinta Ajuste el selector de modo en modo de reproducción de cinta.
Index AC Adaptor ... 11, 58 Auto Focus ... 64 Backlight ... 32 Blank Search ... 26 Built-in LED Video Light ... 28 Camcorder Accessory Order Form ... 68 Camcorder Accessory System ... 67 Charging the Battery ... 12 Cinema Mode ... 33 Condensation ...
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”), Division of Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Printed in Indonesia...