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Panasonic PV-GS55 Operating Instructions Manual

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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

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.
Digital Video Camcorder
Model No.
Mini
PV-GS55
LSQT0760 B

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. Mini 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 LSQT0760 B...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Things You Should Know Date of Purchase Thank you for choosing Panasonic! Dealer Purchased From You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the Dealer Address market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
  • Page 3 Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS55 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of 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 ≥ AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN Precautions TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly USE & LOCATION moved from a cold place to a warm place, WARNING moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit. ≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your ≥...
  • Page 6 Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, WebCam Driver and DV 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 Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT WHICH CONSTITUTES YOUR AGREEMENT AS END USER FOR THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN THAT PACKAGE.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Use Playback Mode Quick Guide........... 10 Playing Back a Tape ........37 Standard Accessories........12 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back..37 Controls and Components......12 Slow Motion Playback ........38 The Remote Controller ........15 Still Playback/Still Advance Playback....
  • Page 9 Others Indications ............. 61 Initializing the Modes ........62 Warning/Alarm Indications......62 Notes and Hints ..........63 Cautions for Use..........69 Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) ............ 73 Explanation of Terms........74 Specifications ..........76 Palmcorder Accessory System...... 78 Palmcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers) .........

  • Page 10: Before Use

    Before Use ª Inserting a Card Quick Guide Slide the [OPEN] Lever 1 to open the Card Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and Slot Cover 2 . charge it. While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right 4 , insert it into the Card Slot 3 .
  • Page 11 Before Use ª Recording a Moving Picture on a Card ª Playing Back a Card (MPEG4) It plays back files recorded on a Card. Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode. or MPEG4 Playback Mode.

  • Page 12: Standard Accessories

    Before Use Before Use Controls and Components Standard Accessories ª Palmcorder Illustrated are accessories supplied with the (6) (7) Palmcorder. SOFT TELE MAGIC SKIN MACRO STILL MULTI/ (10) P-IN-P ENTER (18) (11) BACK FADE MENU LIGHT PV-DAC14D K2GJ2DZ00017 K2CA2EA00005 (1)(2) (3) (4) (5) (12)(13)(14)(15)(16) (17) CR2025...
  • Page 13 Before Use ≥When connecting the pin plug of the AV (22) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -29- -31- Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. (23) Lock Button -17- ≥When using headphones, set [AV JACK] of (24) Lock Cover -17- the [AV IN/OUT] or [INITIAL] sub-menu to...

  • Page 14: Remote Controller

    Before Use ª Remote Controller Using the wireless Remote Controller that is (69) (75) START/ PHOTO DATE/ STOP SHOT supplied with the Palmcorder, most of the TIME (70) (76) DISPLAY RESET TITLE ZOOM Palmcorder functions can be operated from a MULTI/ (71) ¥...

  • Page 15: The Remote Controller

    If swallowed, call your doctor. replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode. 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 16: Power Supply

    [POWER] Lamp is not lit. Recording Time ª Using the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. CGA-DU07 A 1h30min. ≥We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. B 2h15min. (1h50min.) ≥We cannot guarantee the quality of this CGA-DU14 A 2h45min. Palmcorder when batteries from other B 4h30min.

  • Page 17: The One-Touch Free Style Grip Belt

    Before Use The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist. ª 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. ≥When returning the Grip Belt to the Grip Belt Attachment, press the Lock Cover 2 to ensure that it is securely locked.

  • Page 18: Inserting A Cassette

    A Card can be used to record pictures. ≥Use a genuine SD Memory Card or Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off. MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only. Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure to turn off the Palmcorder.

  • Page 19: Turning On The Palmcorder

    Before Use ≥While the Card Access Lamp is on, never Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out ª Using the Viewfinder the Card, to turn off the Palmcorder, or to turn the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of Card, and recorded data, and cause the view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder...

  • Page 20: Using The Menu Screen

    Before Use Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Palmcorder displays various function setups on Menus. ≥When operating the menu with the Viewfinder, set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or 1180o 290o rotate the LCD monitor by 180o.

  • Page 21: List Of Menus

    Before Use ª File Selection in the Picture/MPEG4 [TITLE IN] Adding a Title -42- Playback Mode 3) [CARD] A File Selection Operation may be necessary Card Setup Sub-Menu during Menu Operations. In this case, carry out [PICT QUALITY] the following procedure. Picture Quality -26- Press the [;/∫/6/5] Button and select...
  • Page 22 Before Use [AV JACK] [AUDIO REC] AV Jack Audio Recording Mode -73- -24- [REMOTE] 6) [DISPLAY] Remote Controller Mode Display Setup Sub-Menu -15- [REC LAMP] [DISPLAY] Recording Lamp Display Mode -25- -62- [BEEP SOUND] [DATE/TIME] Beep Sound Date and Time Indication -64- -62- [CLOCK SET]...
  • Page 23 Before Use [CREATE TITLE] [DPOF SET] Title Creation Setting DPOF -42- -43- [BURST MODE] [CARD FORMAT] RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Formatting a Card -27- -44- 4) [RECORDING] 3) [DIGITAL] Recording Setup Sub-Menu Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu [WIND CUT] [TITLE IN] Wind Noise Reduction Adding a Title -31- -42-...

  • Page 24: Setting Date And Time

    Before Use [DATE/TIME] Connect the AC Adaptor to the Palmcorder Date and Time Indication with the power turned off and then connect -62- 4) [LCD/EVF] to the AC Jack. Adjusting Brightness and Color Level [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -20- [EVF ON/AUTO] Using the Viewfinder...

  • Page 25: Recording Mode

    Recording Mode Recording Mode Recording on a Tape Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (46) to [ON]. About Recording ≥The [POWER] Lamp (47) lights up. When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode [ When recording still pictures or moving pictures on a card, set the Mode Dial to Card Recording (46) Mode [...

  • Page 26: Recording A Still Picture On A Card (Photoshot)

    Recording Mode ª Finding the End of Recording ª Progressive Photoshot (Blank Search Function) When the [æ] Indication is displayed, The Blank Search Function aids you in locating Progressive Photoshot Function works. the end of the recording on the Cassette quickly. You can record still pictures with higher quality by Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or using this function.

  • Page 27: Recording A Moving Picture On A Card (Mpeg4)

    Recording Mode ª RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot ≥The maximum continuous recording times are approximately 120 minutes. The still pictures can be recorded on a Card at The Palmcorder will automatically stop regular intervals. recording when the relevant time listed above Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] has elapsed.

  • Page 28: Quick Start

    Recording Mode ≥If you prefer to have the image on the LCD ≥The Recording Lamp (20) and the [ Monitor to look like an image in a mirror, set Indication flash and the recording starts after [SELF REC] on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to 10 seconds.

  • Page 29: Digital Zoom Function

    Recording Mode ≥The [ (40) ] Indication appears. Push the [W/T] Lever towards [W] or T.MACRO towards [T] to zoom in or out. VOL/JOG T.MACRO T.MACRO (40) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (45) or the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (39) (39) To Cancel the Digital Zoom Function PHOTO SHOT Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >>...

  • Page 30: Fade In/Out Functions

    Recording Mode Fade In/Out Functions When the image is completely gone, press the Recording Start/Stop Button (45) to stop Fade In recording. Fade In brings out images and sounds gradually from a black screen at the beginning of a scene. (45) Release the [FADE] Button (15)

  • Page 31: Soft Skin Function

    Recording Mode Wind Noise Reduction Function 0 Lux MagicPix Function Using the LCD Monitor light, a dark scene of This function reduces the sound of wind hitting almost 0 lux can be recorded. the microphone when recording. Press the [MAGICPIX] Button until the Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [0LUX MAGICPIX] Indication appears.

  • Page 32: Recording In Special Situations

    Recording Mode Recording in Special Situations Recording in Natural Colors (Program AE) (White Balance) You can select optimal automatic exposure under Depending on the scene or light condition, the specific recording situations. Automatic White Balance Adjustment Mode may Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch not be able to bring out natural colors.

  • Page 33: Adjusting White Balance Manually

    Recording Mode ª About White Balance Sensor Adjusting White Balance Manually The White Balance Sensor (33) determines the White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color nature of the light source during recording. of light and adjust so that the white color will become pure white.

  • Page 34: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

    Recording Mode Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment OP (Opened)i0dB, ..., OPi18dB When a value closer to [CLOSE] is selected, the Useful for recording fast-moving subjects. image becomes darker. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch When a value closer to [OPi18dB] is selected, (48) to [MANUAL].

  • Page 35: Digital Effect Functions

    Recording Mode ≥It records an image in black and white. Digital Effect Functions 14) Solarisation Mode [SOLARI] This Palmcorder is equipped with Digital Effect ≥It records an image with a painting-like Functions that add special effects to the scene. effect. Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1] To Select a Desired Digital Effect Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >>...
  • Page 36 Recording Mode ª Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Deleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures While 9 multi-pictures are displayed, press the Wipe Mode: [MULTI] Button. Like drawing a curtain, the still picture of the last ≥If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the recorded scene gradually changes to the moving [MULTI] Button after 9 pictures are displayed.

  • Page 37: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode ª Adjusting the Sound Volume Playback Mode To adjust the volume, push the [W/T] Lever (40) Playing Back a Tape to display the [VOLUME] Indication. Push the [W/T] Lever towards [T] to increase the volume or The recorded scene can be played back push the [W/T] Lever towards [W] to decrease the immediately after the recording.

  • Page 38: Slow Motion Playback

    Playback Mode ª Variable Speed Search Function Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are played back at approximately 1/5th of the normal speed. The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback Scenes recorded in the LP Mode are played back can be varied.

  • Page 39: Index Search Functions

    Playback Mode ≥When the corresponding button is pressed Index Search Functions once, the [S 1] Indication appears, and To facilitate searching for desired scenes, this searching for the subsequent scene marked Palmcorder automatically records index signals with an index signal starts. Each time the button during recording, as explained in the following.

  • Page 40: Playback Digital Effect Functions

    Playback Mode Press the [SELECT] Button (63) on the To Change the Enlarging Area of an Image Press the Arrow Button ( π , ∑ , ∏ , ∫ ) Remote Controller and select [WIPE] or (60) [MIX]. on the Remote Controller that points to the ∫...

  • Page 41: Slide Show

    Playback Mode When you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at Press the [;/∫/6/5] Button to select a desired file. Step 1 ≥File is numbered in hexadecimal. ≥When the object is moving fast or zoom STILL operation is performed, picture may appear to ENTER be still or mosaic-pattern noise may appear, but FADE...

  • Page 42: Creating A Title

    Playback Mode Creating a Title the colors of the dark portion change in the above order. You can create a title and record on a Card. Select [RECORDING] and press the Recording Mode: [ENTER] Button (14) Set the Mode Dial (43) to Tape Recording ≥The title is recorded on the Card.

  • Page 43: Writing Printing Data On A Card

    Playback Mode ≥Recording and Photoshot Recording can be Protecting the Files on a Card made with pictures that have titles. (Lock Setting) ≥A title can be displayed also by pushing [TITLE] Precious files recorded on a Card can be locked Button on the Remote Controller.

  • Page 44: Formatting A Card

    Playback Mode Enlarging a Movie Picture Size Select [YES] and press the [ENTER] Button (14) You can enlarge a Moving Picture to full screen ≥The selected file is deleted from the Card. size ≥If [NO] is selected, the file selection is Set [MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU] >>...

  • Page 45: Playing Back On Your Tv

    Playback Mode Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Palmcorder with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. ≥Before connecting them, turn off the power of both the Palmcorder and TV. Connect the [AV IN/OUT] Jack of the Palmcorder and the Video and Audio Input Jacks of the TV.

  • Page 46: Editing Mode

    Editing Mode ≥During the copying, the following Indication Editing Mode appears. Recording from a Tape onto a Card Still pictures or moving pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from scenes that have NOW RECORDING already been recorded on a cassette. ≥It takes a few seconds to record a picture to Set the Mode Dial (43)

  • Page 47: Copying On An S-Vhs (Or A Vhs) Cassette

    Editing Mode Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) To Cancel Audio Dubbing Press the [;] Button (73) on the Remote Cassette Controller. (Dubbing) The Palmcorder is in the Still Playback Mode After connecting the Palmcorder and the VCR again. as illustrated, start the following procedures.

  • Page 48: Recording The Contents Of Other Equipment

    Editing Mode Recording the Contents of Other Other Equipment: Press the Stop Button to stop playback. Equipment After connecting the Palmcorder and the ≥For other notes concerning this item, see -69- other equipment as illustrated, start the Using the DV Cable for Recording following procedures.

  • Page 49: With A Pc

    With a PC With a PC Note: If a window does not appear automatically, click Using the Software with a Computer the “Start” Button on your desktop and then click “Run”. When the “Run” Box is open, type in An image stored on the DV Cassette can be “D:\InstMenu.exe”...
  • Page 50 With a PC ≥Reboot the computer to finish installing USB Open [My Computer] and click driver. [Removable Disk] (For Windows 98SE/Me/ ≥Installation continues after the computer 2000 users). reboots if you selected additional software. Click [Open folder to view files using ≥A message indicating a conflict between Windows Explorer] and then [OK] (For versions may be displayed during the...

  • Page 51: Using As A Web Camera

    With a PC Using as a Web Camera To use the Palmcorder as a Web Camera, the following conditions must be met. If the Palmcorder is connected to your personal ≥In the case of Windows XP SP1 or later is computer, you can send video and sound from needed.
  • Page 52 With a PC ª Connecting the Palmcorder to 2) The message “The file ‘ksclockf.ax’ on [Unknown] cannot be found...” is Personal Computer (For Using as a displayed. Web Camera) ≥Enter “C:\Windows\system”. Install the supplied WebCam Driver. ≥If the “ksclockf.ax” file is missing in the Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.

  • Page 53: Using The Dv Studio 3.1E-Se

    With a PC After the setup is completed, sign in and Confirm the [Panasonic DVC Web Camera start the Windows Messenger. Device] is selected. ≥Windows Messenger is activated. ≥For other information about MSN Messenger, please refer to Help. ≥If the Palmcorder is used as a Web Camera continuously for two hours, the communication is automatically shut OFF.

  • Page 54: Using The G.726 Audio Decoder

    CD-ROM. ≥Before using for the first time, select [Readme] from [Start] >> [All programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3], and read any supplementary details or updates. ª Installation of DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 55: Using The Arcsoft Software

    With a PC ª Installing the G.726 Audio Decoder Using the ArcSoft Software Insert supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM There are 4 types of image editing software in the drive. ArcSoft Software package. ≥[Setup Menu] appears. 1 Panorama Maker 3.0 (Windows, Mac) ≥Easy-to-use photo-stitching program seamlessly combines multiple photos into a Select the software to be installed from...
  • Page 56 With a PC ª Operating environment ª Installation of ArcSoft Software Suite For Windows For Windows Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with personal computer’s CD-ROM drive. pre-installed; Select the software to be installed from Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/ [Setup Menu].

  • Page 57: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    (When the Palmcorder is in Tape Recording Software Suite mode or Tape Playback Mode:) Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver for Win XX >> [ArcSoft Software Suite] >> (COM X)] (The numeral designation after [Panorama Maker 3] (or [PhotoBase 4] or “Win XX”...

  • Page 58: If You No Longer Need Software Or Driver (Uninstall)

    ≥Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well. ≥In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital ≥When Mode Dial (43) is turned to change video camera with USB Terminal is referred to modes.
  • Page 59 Tape Playback Mode, connect it to the personal computer, and delete [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver for Win XX (COM X)] (or [Panasonic Serial USB Driver]) from [Device Manager]. The numeral designation after “Win XX” will differ depending on the OS. (Win 98,...
  • Page 60 With a PC ª About the folder structure when using ≥When using the software without indication function, indication data, such as date, are not the Memory Card in a personal displayed. Depending on the software in use, computer the date and the time may not be displayed ≥When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted correctly.

  • Page 61: Indications

    Others º: Others Surf & Snow Mode (Program AE) -32- Indications REC: Recording -25- PAUSE: Recording Pause -25- Various functions and the Palmcorder status are Self-Timer Recording -28- shown on the screen. When connecting the Magic Wire Remaining Battery Power Remote Control with Narration ≥When the battery power becomes low, the Mic to [REMOTE] Jack and the...

  • Page 62: Initializing The Modes

    Others ≥Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] Remaining Number of Photoshot ≥1/750 s or faster shutter speed pictures ≥When brightness is insufficient R:0h00m: Remaining time of MPEG4 ≥When the MagicPix Function is ON RapidFire Consecutive ≥When the Portrait Mode is used Photoshot Recording -27- Lock Setting When using Card Recording Mode...

  • Page 63: Notes And Hints

    Others INCOMPATIBLE TAPE: UNABLE TO WRITE: This cassette is incompatible. The Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed PUSH THE RESET SWITCH: when you are recording still pictures on the Irregular mechanism is detected. Press the Card. [RESET] Button ( ). This may solve the CASSETTE DOOR OPEN: -13- problem.

  • Page 64: Recording Check

    ≥Intervals of recording pictures may become large depending on the card. We recommend When [BEEP SOUND] on the [INITIAL] using Panasonic SD Memory Card. Sub-Menu on the [TAPE RECORDING MENU] is Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued ≥The following functions are disabled:...
  • Page 65 Others ª Self-timer Recording ª MagicPix Functions ≥When [BEEP SOUND] on the [INITIAL] ≥In a bright place, such as outdoors, the Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the beep sound will be recorded picture may become whitish. ≥In a dark place, the recorded picture is emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self-timer Standby Mode.

  • Page 66: White Balance

    Others ª Program AE ª Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment ≥If any of the Program AE Modes are selected, ≥You may see vertical lines of light in the you cannot adjust the shutter speed ( ) or iris playback image of a brightly shining subject or -34- highly reflective subject.

  • Page 67: Playing Back

    ≥If you turn off the Palmcorder power or if you a mode other than [ECONOMY] on other operate the Mode Dial, Playback Zoom Mode is PANASONIC cameras, this image will not be automatically cancelled. displayed, and the indication [PLEASE ≥Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being...
  • Page 68 Others ≥When playing back MPEG4 data recorded on ª DPOF ≥Perform the DPOF Settings with your other equipment, a part of the playback elapsed time may be indicated as [--] or the date and Palmcorder. ≥Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little time display will be different from it when recorded.

  • Page 69: Cautions For Use

    Others ª Recording the Contents of Other Cautions for Use Equipment ª After Use ≥You cannot record on a tape when MPEG4 Take out the Cassette. ( recording from external input signals is in -18- Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF]. progress.
  • Page 70 Others ≥After use, be sure to pull out the AC Cable from When you use your Palmcorder on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get the AC jack. (If they are left connected, a minute into the Palmcorder.

  • Page 71: Optimal Use Of The Battery

    Others ª Video Head Clogging and Care ª Optimal Use of the Battery If the heads (the parts that make contact with the Battery Characteristics tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. on the playback image, or the screen as a whole Its ability to generate power is based upon the becomes black.
  • Page 72 Others ≥Do not allow the Battery terminals to come ≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children in contact with metal objects (such as to prevent swallowing. necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in ª LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood a short circuit or heat generation and, if you LCD Monitor touch the Battery in this condition, you may ≥In a place with drastic temperature changes,...

  • Page 73: Before Requesting Service (Problems And Solutions)

    Others ≥Be sure to keep the Lens Hood attached to the Other Recording Palmcorder so as to shut out unnecessary light. 1: Auto Focus Function does not work. • Is Manual Focus Mode selected? If Auto Focus Before Requesting Service Mode is selected, focus is automatically (Problems and Solutions) adjusted.

  • Page 74: Explanation Of Terms

    Others 4: Playback picture is not clear. Cassette or a personal computer is • Are the heads of the Palmcorder dirty? If the recommended. ( -46- -49- heads are dirty, playback image cannot be 3: During Playback the [UNPLAYABLE CARD] clear.

  • Page 75: Memory Stop Function

    Others ª Memory Stop Function Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead. 1) Recording a subject whose one end is The Memory Stop Function is useful for the located closer to the Palmcorder and the following operations. other end farther away from it Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a ≥Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at desired position...

  • Page 76: Specifications

    Others Specifications USB: Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant (max. 12 Mbps) No copyright protection support Digital Video Camera Digital Interface: Information for your safety DV Input/Output Terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin) Dimensions: Power Source: Approx. 2.48 (W) 3.07 (H) 3.9 (D) inch DC 7.9/7.2 V Approx.
  • Page 77 Others Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional) PICTURE FINE NORMAL ECONOMY QUALITY 16MB 32MB 64MB 1760 128MB 1760 3520 256MB 1760 3520 7040 512MB 3520 7040 14080 ≥These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed. Maximum recording time of MPEG4 moving picture on an SD Memory Card (optional) PICTURE SIZE 320k240 (QVGA)

  • Page 78: Palmcorder Accessory System

    Others Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory# Figure Description AC Adaptor with AC Cable PV-DAC13 and DC Cable 680mAh/Rechargeable *CGA-DU07 Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1360mAh/Rechargeable *CGA-DU14 Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2040mAh/Rechargeable *CGA-DU21 Lithium Ion Battery Pack PV-DDC9 (For USA) DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) (4-pin to 4-pin)

  • Page 79: Palmcorder Accessory Order Form

    [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories. -79-...

  • Page 80: Request For Service Notice (Usa Only)

    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 Please write the displayed above Self Diagnostic number here.

  • Page 81: 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 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...

  • Page 82: Customer Services Directory

    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@panasonic.com...

  • Page 83: 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 84: Index

    Others Index ª A ª M AC Adaptor ..........16, 70 Macro Close-up ..........28 ArcSoft ............55 Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Audio Dubbing ..........46 Mic .............. 14 Auto Focus ............ 74 MagicPix Function ......... 30 ª B Manual Focus ..........
  • Page 85 Others ª S SD Memory Card ........... 59 Self-Recording ..........27 Self-timer Recording ........28 Sepia Mode ........... 35 Shutter Speed ..........34 Slide Show ............. 41 Slim Mode ............35 Slow Motion Playback ........38 Soft Skin Function ......... 31 Solarisation Mode ..........

  • Page 86: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Others ª Inserción de la tarjeta Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Desplace la palanca [OPEN] 1 para abrir la Guía española para el uso rápido tapa del compartimento de tarjeta 2 . Una la batería al adaptador de CA y Manteniendo la tarjeta de memoria con su cárguela.
  • Page 87 Others ª Grabación de una imagen fija en una Oprima el botón [6] para rebobinar la cinta. tarjeta (Photoshot) Ajuste en disco del modo al de la grabación. STILL ENTER FADE Oprima el botón [1] para comenzar la reproducción. Oprima el botón [PHOTO SHOT]. STILL ENTER PHOTO SHOT...
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