Panasonic NV-GS500 Operating Instructions Manual page 7

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(35) Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the camera to optional
tripod/VW-CT45E. (Please carefully read the
operating instructions for how to attach the tripod
to the camera.)
≥When the tripod is used, operate the camera
from the free style remote control for
convenience. (When not using the remote
control, attach the clip to the grip belt for
convenience. When you move with remote
control attached to a pocket, etc., take care to
avoid falling of the tripod.)
≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the
tripod is used. Insert the card first and then
attach the tripod.
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Shoulder strap fixture
This is a fixture for attaching the shoulder strap to
hang the camera 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.
≥Fit the other end of the belt similarly.
Before using
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(37) Lens hood
In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it
counterclockwise 1. In order to fit it, put into slot
2, and then rotate it clockwise.
≥Fit the MC protector or the ND filter of the Filter
Kit (VW-LF43WE; optional) in front of the lens
hood. Do not fit the other accessories on the
hood. (Except for the lens cap)
(Refer to the operating instructions for the Filter
Kit.)
≥When fitting the tele conversion lens
(VW-LT4314NE; optional) or the wide
conversion lens (VW-LW4307ME; optional), first
remove the lens hood.
(Refer to the operating instructions for the tele
conversion lens or the wide conversion lens.)
≥When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND filter
and tele conversion lens, are fitted and the
[W/T] lever is pressed toward the [W] side, the 4
corners of an image will be darkened.
(Vignetting)
(38) Smart accessory shoe
The stereo zoom microphone /VW-VMH3E
(optional) or the video DC light/VW-LDH3E
(optional) should be mounted here.
≥When mounting or removing the accessory,
extend the viewfinder (1).
≥When using an accessory for the smart
accessory shoe, the power is supplied from this
product.
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