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Summary of Contents for Panasonic NV-GS35EB
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Digital Video Camera NV-GS35EB Model No. NV-GS21EB NV-GS17EB Before use, please read these instructions completely. LSQT0891 A... -
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. - Page 3 ª Carefully observe copyright laws. Operating Instructions ≥These Operating Instructions apply to models Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for NV-GS35, NV-GS21 and NV-GS17. ≥The illustrations used in these Operating purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Information for Your Safety ........2 Recording in natural colours (White balance) ..........28 Manual focus adjustment ........29 Before using Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment..29 Accessories............5 Optional..............5 Playback mode Parts identification and handling ......5 Fitting the lens cap ..........7 Playing back tape.......... -
Page 5: Before Using
≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ª Camera ≥All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. ≥It couldn’t be simpler! ≥Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details. - Page 6 Before using (8)(9) (27) (25) (28) (29) (30) (31) (26) (10)(11) (25) LCD monitor -52- Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] -19- -27- -29- Due to limitations in LCD production Reset button [RESET] -44- technology, there may be some tiny bright or (10) USB terminal [ ] dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
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Page 7: Fitting The Lens Cap
Before using 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.) ≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod. -
Page 8: Using The Lcd Monitor
Before using Using the LCD monitor Using the viewfinder You can record the image while viewing it on the ª Extending the viewfinder LCD monitor opened. Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by Put a finger on the LCD monitor open part pinching the extension knob. -
Page 9: Power Supply
≥Battery charging time ( designed for the movie camera. Or do not use -10- ≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries. the power cord of other equipment for the ≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee movie camera. the quality of this product. -
Page 10: Charging Time And Recordable Time
Before using ≥The recordable time will become shorter in the Charging time and recordable time following cases: The times shown in the table below show the ≥When you use both the viewfinder and the times at a temperature of 25oC and a humidity of LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating 60%. -
Page 11: Inserting/Removing A Card
Before using ≥After using, make sure to rewind the cassette Inserting/removing a card completely, remove it, and put it in a case. Store Before inserting/removing a card, be sure to turn the case in an upright position. ( -52- the power [OFF]. ≥When condensation is formed on the lens or the ≥If the card is inserted or removed with the power main unit of the movie camera, even if no... -
Page 12: Turning The Camera On
Before using ≥If the following operations are performed when Selecting a mode the access lamp is lit, then the card or the Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode. recorded data may be damaged or the camera Rotate the mode dial. may malfunction. -
Page 13: How To Use The Joystick
Before using How to use the joystick 2) Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to ª Basic joystick operations [MANUAL]) Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or file, and then push in the centre to set White balance -28-... -
Page 14: Switching The Language
Before using 6) Picture playback mode Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection. Move the joystick up or down in order to Playback/stop -33- select the sub-menu. Erase -34- Playback previous picture -33- Playback next picture -33- Switching the language You can switch the language on the screen... -
Page 15: Setting Date And Time
6 months. (Even if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF], the battery is still being recharged.) WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER. LSQT0891... -
Page 16: Adjusting Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder
Before using Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Using the remote control (NV-GS35 only) ª Adjusting the brightness and colour level ª Remote control Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >> Using the remote control supplied will enable [YES]. controlling almost all the functions of this camera to be controlled. - Page 17 [VCR1]: “THE LITHIUM BATTERY IS A CRITICAL Press [D] and [∫] simultaneously. 1 COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2025 [VCR2]: MANUFACTURED BY PANASONIC). Press [E] and [∫] simultaneously. 2 IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO ª Concerning the button-type battery EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT ≥When the button-type battery runs down,...
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Page 18: Recording With The Built-In Led Video Light (Nv-Gs35 And Nv-Gs21 Only)
Before using Recording with the built-in LED video light (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) Gain up mode works with the built-in LED video light to enhance the light’s brightness and brighten the natural colours in a scene. Press the [LIGHT] button. 1 LIGHT ≥The built-in LED video light lights up and the gain up mode is set to on. -
Page 19: 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 1) Hold the camera with both hands. cassettes marked LP mode. 2) Run your hand through the grip belt. -
Page 20: Recording On A Tape
Record mode Recording on a tape ª Concerning the remaining tape time indication on the screen Remove the lens cap. ( ≥The remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When the camera is turned on with the lens cap (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment indication starts flashing.) may not function properly. -
Page 21: Recording Still Pictures On A Card While Recording Image Onto A Tape
Record mode Recording still pictures on a card Blank search function while recording image onto a tape Searches for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape). You can record still pictures while recording ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. image onto a tape. -
Page 22: Zoom In/Out Function
Record mode ≥Another product may degrade or not play back Zoom in/out function data recorded on this camera. You can zoom in up to 30k ≥If set [PICT. QUALITY] >> [ ], mosaic-pattern (24k on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17) optically. noise may appear on a playback image ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. -
Page 23: Recording Yourself
Record mode ª Quick start To use the zoom microphone function Interlocked with the zooming operation, the This camera will be put into standby in approx. microphone will collect sounds clearly far away 1.7 seconds (1.3 seconds on NV-GS21 and with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the NV-GS17) after the power is turned on. -
Page 24: Backlight Compensation Function
Record mode ≥The zoom magnification may differ from when it ≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become is in the quick start standby mode and when the whitish for a while. ≥The night view function makes the signal recording starts. -
Page 25: Fade In/Fade Out Function
Record mode Fade in/fade out function Wind noise reduction function Fade in This reduces the wind noise coming into the The image and audio gradually appear. microphone when recording. ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. Fade out The image and audio gradually disappear. Set [BASIC] >>... -
Page 26: Recording Images For Wide-Screen Tvs
Record mode Recording images for wide-screen Image stabilizer function Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording. This allows you to record images compatible with ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. wide-screen TVs. Set [ADVANCE] >> [SIS] >> [ON]. Cinema Function Images are recorded with a black belt appearing along the top and bottom of the screen so that... -
Page 27: Continuous Photoshot
≥Intervals between recording pictures may there are quick motions become longer depending on the card. We 2) [ ] Portrait mode recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory ≥To make persons stand out against the Card. background ≥When using the card formatted by other... -
Page 28: Recording In Natural Colours (White Balance)
Record mode ≥If you record a subject illuminated with strong 1) Auto white balance adjustment [ light or a highly reflective subject, vertical 2) Indoor mode (for recording under lines of light may appear. incandescent lamps) [ ≥If the brightness is insufficient, the sports 3) Outdoor mode [ mode does not function. -
Page 29: Manual Focus Adjustment
Record mode Manual focus adjustment Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. Shutter Speed ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to Aperture [MANUAL]. - Page 30 Record mode Manual iris/gain adjustment ≥If the value does not become “OPEN”, you cannot adjust the gain value. ≥If the gain value is increased, the noise on the screen increases. ≥Depending on the zoom magnification, there are iris values that are not displayed. ª...
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Page 31: Playback Mode
Playback mode Playback mode ª Repeat playback When the tape end is reached, the tape will be Playing back tape rewound and played back again. Set [ADVANCE] >> [REPEAT PLAY] >> [ON]. ≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. ≥The [ ] indication appears. (In order to cancel the repeat playback mode, set [REPEAT PLAY] >>... -
Page 32: Variable-Speed Search Function (Nv-Gs35 Only)
Playback mode Variable-speed search function Frame-by-frame playback During playback, press the [;] button on (NV-GS35 only) the remote control. The speed of cue/review playback can be varied. Press the [E] button or the [D] button on (This operation is only available when using the remote control. -
Page 33: Playback On Tv
Playback mode Playback on TV Press the [OSD] button on the remote control. (NV-GS35 only) Images recorded by this camera can be played back on a TV. ≥Insert a recorded tape into this camera. START/ Connect the movie camera and a TV. DATE/ PHOTO STOP... -
Page 34: Deleting Files Recorded On A Card
Playback mode ª Deleting files recorded on a card To display multiple playback files Multiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are The deleted files cannot be restored. displayed. ≥Set to Picture Playback Mode. Move the [s /VOLr] lever to switch the Move the joystick left or right to select a file images. -
Page 35: Formatting A Card
Playback mode Formatting a card Protecting files on a card Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then Files recorded on a card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the files are all the data recorded on the card will be erased. - Page 36 Playback mode ª To complete the settings Press the [MENU] button. ≥DPOF setting made on another camera may not be recognised by this camera. Please perform the DPOF settings on your movie camera. ª To set so that all pictures are not printed Select [CANCEL ALL] in Step 1.
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Page 37: Edit Mode
Edit mode Edit mode Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR (Dubbing) Recording from a tape onto a card Pictures recorded by the movie camera can be Still pictures can be recorded on a memory card stored on a DVD-RAM or other such media. Refer from scenes that have already been recorded on to the instructions for the recorder. -
Page 38: Using The Dv Cable For Recording (Digital Dubbing)
Edit mode ≥Do not plug or unplug the DV cable during Move the joystick up to select the [1] icon to start playback. dubbing, or the dubbing may not be completed ≥The image and sound are reproduced. properly. ≥Even if you use a device equipped with DV Start recording. - Page 39 Edit mode Press the [;] button on the remote control to stop audio dubbing. /REW PLAY STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV STOP ≥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.
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Page 40: Menu
Menu Menu ª [TAPE PLAYBACK 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] [DATE/TIME] -42- [USB FUNCTION] (Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.) 2) [ADVANCE] [PICT. - Page 41 Menu ª ª [CARD RECORDING MENU] [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] 1) [BASIC] 1) [BASIC] [DATE/TIME] -42- [SCENE MODE] -27- [PROTECT] -35- [PICT. QUALITY] -22- [SELF TIMER] -25- 2) [ADVANCE] [CLOCK SET] -15- [DPOF SET] -35- [CARD FORMAT] -35- 2) [ADVANCE] [BURST MODE] -27- 3) [SETUP] [SHTR EFFECT]...
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Page 42: Menus Related To Taking Pictures
Menu ≥In the following cases, the power may not turn Menus related to taking pictures off even when set [POWER SAVE] >> ª [DATE/TIME] [5 MINUTES]. ≥When connecting to the AC outlet This switches between date and time indications. ≥The movie camera automatically records the (When using the AC adapter) ≥When connecting the USB cable or the DV date and time of picture taking on the tape. -
Page 43: Others
Others Others Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) -28- Indications Outdoor mode -28- White balance adjustment mode Various functions and the movie camera status -28- are shown on the screen. WEB CAMERA mode (recording) Basic indications Remaining battery power Playback indications 0h00m00s00f: Time code ¥: Recording underway... -
Page 44: Warning/Alarm Indications
Others 640 or more, less than 800 (The WRONG TAPE FORMAT: size is not displayed at under You are attempting to play back a tape 640 pixels.) section that has been recorded with a different TV system. This cassette is Warning/alarm indications incompatible. -
Page 45: Functions Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
Others Functions cannot be used PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0: The movie camera is connected to a simultaneously personal computer that does not support Some functions in the movie camera are disabled USB 2.0. or cannot be selected due to its specifications. CAN NOT USE USB: The table below shows examples of functions You are connecting the USB cable with the... -
Page 46: Before Requesting Repair (Problems And Solutions)
Others ≥Soft skin ≥While recording to a tape ≥Formatting ≥When the write protect ≥Recording switch on the card is set check to [LOCK] ≥Colour Night ≥While recording to a tape ≥Audio dubbing ≥The section of a tape ≥When the Card Recording View (NV-GS35 only) recorded in LP mode... - Page 47 Others 5: The movie camera cannot be operated 2: The screen has changed suddenly. though powered up. • Has the demonstration started? In the Tape The movie camera does not operate Recording mode, if you set [DEMO MODE] >> normally. [ON] without inserting a cassette and a card, •...
- Page 48 Others Playback (Pictures) Playback (Sound) 1: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images 1: Sound is not played back from the built-in during cue or review playback. speaker of the movie camera. • This phenomenon is characteristic of digital 0 Is the volume too low? During playback, push video systems.
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Page 49: Cautions For Use
Others 5: During playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is 6: The warning/alarm indication [°] appears displayed. when the camera is operated in the WEB • The image was either recorded in a different camera mode. format, or data is damaged. • Did you press the menu button or the recording start/stop button? You cannot use the menu or Others record onto the tape/card in the WEB camera... - Page 50 Others ≥During playback, the picture or sound may be Turn the movie camera on again, set it to the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and interrupted momentarily, but this is not a then check if the condensation indication malfunction of the movie camera. (One possible disappears.
- Page 51 Others While carrying the movie camera, do not drop If you drop the battery accidentally, check to or bump it. see if the terminals are deformed. ≥A strong impact on the movie camera may ≥Attaching a deformed battery to the movie break its housing, causing it to malfunction.
- Page 52 Others ª ª About the cassette Folder structure of the card The folder structure of the card formatted by Never place the cassette in a high temperature the movie camera will be displayed on the PC place. as the illustration below. ≥The tape may be damaged, producing mosaic-like noise at the time of playback.
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Page 53: Explanation Of Terms
Others Explanation of terms ª White balance The image recorded by the movie camera may become bluish or reddish under the influence of ª Automatic white balance light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust White balance adjustment recognizes the colour the white balance. -
Page 54: Specifications
Television system: Please confirm the latest information on the CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal following website. Audio http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs Recording system: PCM digital recording (This Site is English only.) 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) -
Page 55: Index
Specifications Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional) PICT. PICT. PICT. QUALITY QUALITY QUALITY 32 MB 128 MB 1760 512 MB 3520 7040 64 MB 256 MB 1760 3520 1 GB 7040 14080 ≥The numbers shown in the table are approximations. ≥These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed. - Page 56 LSQT0891 A F0105Ke0 ( 10000 A ) Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/...