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 Operating Instructions...
Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long Play Ò (LP) mode It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorder Ò with the mark be used.
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Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS85/PV-GS80 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings.
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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...
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Warning Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60xC (140oF) or incinerate. AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110/120/220/240 V. ≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120V AC power supply only. ≥When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A.
(for U.S.A. only)... 13 The grip belt... 13 Power supply ... 14 Charging time and recordable time... 15 Turning the Camcorder on... 15 Setting date and time... 16 Using the LCD monitor ... 17 Using the viewfinder ... 17 Quick Start ... 18 Inserting/removing a cassette...
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(Digital Dubbing) ... 46 PC Connection with the DV Interface Cable... 47 With a PC Connecting Computer and Camcorder ... 48 Using on a Windows PC (PV-GS85 only)... 48 Using as a Web camera (PV-GS85 only) ... 49 Using on Macintosh ... 52 To disconnect USB cable safely (PV-GS85 only) ...
Quick Guide ª Charging the battery Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor and the AC Jack. 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.
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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.
1) AC adaptor, DC Cable, AC Cable 2) Battery pack -14- 3) AV cable -45- 4) USB cable (PV-GS85 only) Before using Parts identification and handling ª Camcorder K2CA2CA00025 K2KC4CB00020 Built-in LED video light (PV-GS85 only) White balance sensor Grip belt Lens Microphone (built-in, stereo)
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(10) (11) (12) (13) (14) BATTERY Viewfinder -17- -68- 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. (10) Battery holder -14-...
(34) (34) Tripod receptacle This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the Camcorder.) ≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.
When this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this product. ≥Battery charging time. ( -15- ≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries. -11- -72- ≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, etc. ≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. The main unit of the Camcorder being used will also heat up. This is normal. ≥Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the display will change: .
LSQT1121 Before using Setting date and time When the Camcorder is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear. ≥Select [YES] and press the center of the joystick. Perform steps 2 and 3 below to set the date/time.
90o 2 towards the viewfinder. ≥The brightness and color level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu. ≥If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the Camcorder may be damaged or fail. ≥If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards...
Viewfinder. ≥The Status indicator lights green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode. ≥The Camcorder will not go into quick start standby mode unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. Open the LCD monitor or extend the Viewfinder.
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.
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.
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.
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2) Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL]) Iris or gain value White balance Shutter speed Manual focus adjustment ≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape. ≥2 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]). 3) Tape playback mode Playback/pause Stop...
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 that are displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/...
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...
≥The LED video light turns off. ≥Pressing the [LIGHT] button again returns to ≥The subject should be within 1.5 metres (4.9 feet) of the Camcorder. ≥Using the LED video light reduces battery time. ≥Set the LED video light to off when not in use.
≥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. ≥In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions may be disabled.
≥Frame-by-frame playback. Recording on a tape Remove the lens cap. ( -13- (When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.)
Move the joystick down to select the [∫] icon. ≥If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the Camcorder will stop at the end of the tape. ≥The Camcorder stops at a point approx. 1 second before the end of the last image recorded.
Camcorder. Record mode Recording a still picture on a tape (Photoshot) Still pictures can be recorded from the Camcorder directly onto the tape. ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. Press the Photoshot button [ recording pause mode.
≥When recording still pictures, hold the Camcorder firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the Camcorder. ≥You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod.
≥When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily. ≥When the zoom magnification is 1k, the Camcorder can focus on a subject approx. 2 cm (0.8 inches) away from the lens. ≥Be aware that a mechanical sound may be recorded when the [W/T] lever is released while zooming.
This function allows you to record color subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background. Attach the Camcorder to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration. ≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.
1 appears. Move the joystick left to select the soft skin icon [ ≥The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder. ª To cancel the soft skin mode Select the [ ] icon again.
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. Press the Photoshot button [ ≥After the [ ] indication flashes for approx.
Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [OFF]. ≥In the following cases, the optical image stabilizer function may not work effectively. ≥When the digital zoom is used ≥When the Camcorder is shaken greatly ≥When you record a moving subject while tracking it Guideline function View the slope and the balance of the image while recording.
To cancel the scene mode function Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO]. Sports mode ≥This mode reduces Camcorder shakes for the playback pause of recorded pictures. ≥During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.
Move the joystick left or right until the [ indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch to [AUTO]. ≥When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.
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 [ ] indication and the manual focus [MF] indication appears.
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≥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. If this happens adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/60 or 1/100. Manual iris/gain adjustment ≥Set the shutter speed before setting the aperture (iris/gain) when manually adjusting both settings.
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...
≥Be sure that the power of the unit is turned off before connecting it to a TV. Connect the Camcorder and a TV. ≥Connect the Camcorder and a TV by using the AV cable 1. Turn on this Camcorder and set the mode dial to the Tape Playback Mode (or Card Playback Mode).
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥The file format supported by this Camcorder is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥If an out-of-specs file is played back, the folder/ file name may not be displayed.
ª Deleting still picture files recorded on a card by other equipment ≥A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on the Camcorder may be deleted. Note: To delete multiple files on the SD Card (selected files) connect to a PC and use the SD Drive feature.
≥2 or more files can be set in succession. ª To complete the settings Press the [MENU] button. ≥DPOF settings made on another Camcorder may not be recognized by this Camcorder. Please perform the DPOF settings on your Camcorder. ª To set so that all pictures are not printed Select [CANCEL ALL] in Step 1.
Connecting with the optional DV cable: PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (Only for equipment with a DV terminal) (4:3). ] without Turn on the Camcorder and set to Tape Playback Mode. Select the input channel on the TV set and recorder. Move the joystick up to select the [1/ icon to start playback.
Edit mode Using the DV Interface Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing) By connecting other digital video equipment with DV terminal and the Camcorder by using the DV cable PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (optional) 1, high- image-quality dubbing can be done in digital format.
Using products from video editing software companies allows you to capture and edit video clips using the DV Interface. Panasonic DVC are OHCI compliant and should have no problem working with any OHCI compliant FireWire Card/Video — Editing software package.
[Windows Explorer] to check that the drive is displayed as a removable disk drive (only when card is inserted into the Camcorder). It enables you to operate it in the same way as a floppy disk drive, and you can use the same drag and drop or copy methods.
≥Operation on Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and 64 bit operating system is not guaranteed. To use the Camcorder as a Web camera, the following conditions must be met. ≥If the installed version is not the latest, update it by performing the Windows update.
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Install the USB Driver. Set to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback mode. When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera in the Tape Playback Mode, the indication of the operation icon is different from the one in usual operation.
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≥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/ Windows Live Messenger When starting MSN Messenger/Windows Live Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed.
[Finish]. ≥For other information about MSN Messenger/ Windows Live Messenger, please refer to Help. ≥When access is finished, close MSN Messenger/Windows Live Messenger, then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the USB cable. LSQT1121 With a PC Using on Macintosh ª...
The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of the Camcorder. ≥Make sure Camcorder’s Card Access Lamp is off and disconnect the cable. Also, the icon will not be displayed when in Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode.
Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer. ≥Do not disconnect USB cable while the status indicator of Camcorder is on. It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer. ≥We recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source for the Camcorder when connecting to the personal computer.
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≥[DCIM] etc. are necessary items in the folder structure. They have nothing to do with actual operation. ≥In Card Mode, the Camcorder automatically saves file numbers (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) along with the images. The file numbers are recorded with each image as consecutive numbers.
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] -36- [REC SPEED] -26- [WIND CUT] -34- [ASPECT] -35- [CLOCK SET] -16- 2) [ADVANCED] [PICT.QUALITY] (PV-GS85 only)
ª [DEMO MODE] If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette and a card, the Camcorder is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is canceled.
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.)
DISCONNECT USB CABLE: You are attempting to turn the mode dial in PC Connection Mode with the USB cable connected to the Camcorder. You are attempting to record pictures on a tape/card with the USB cable connected to the Camcorder.
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 ≥Fade...
• The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the Camcorder still cannot be used, the battery is faulty. • Is the LCD monitor opened or the viewfinder...
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• Horizontal stripes may appear depending on the scene, but this is not a malfunction. 4: Playback picture is not clear. • Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. Clean the heads by using the head cleaner for digital video (optional).
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1: The indication disappears, the screen is frozen, or no operation can be performed. • Turn off the power to the Camcorder. If the power cannot be turned off, press the [RESET] button, or detach the battery or AC adaptor and then reattach it.
≥The status indicator blinks for about 1 minute and then the Camcorder automatically turns off. Leave it for about 1.5 to 2 hours. Turn the Camcorder on again, set it to the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then check if the condensation indication disappears.
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(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). ≥If you use the Digital Video Camcorder on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the Digital Video Camcorder may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
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If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are deformed. ≥Attaching a deformed battery to the Camcorder or AC adaptor may damage the Camcorder or AC adaptor. Do not throw old battery into fire. ≥Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion.
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ª Folder structure of the card (PV-GS85 only) The folder structure of the card formatted by the Camcorder will be displayed on the PC as the illustration below. ≥Up to 999 pictures can be recorded on 100CDPFP folder etc. ≥Files with the DPOF settings can be recorded on MISC folder.
Automatic white balance White balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color will become a pure white. The Camcorder determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting.
SDHC Memory Card (4 GB (Maximum)) (FAT32 format corresponding) 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 on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding Still picture size:...
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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: 61 mm (W) 32 mm (H) 91 mm (D) 2.40 inch (W)
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Aperture ...38 ª B Backlight Compensation ...32 Blank Search ...28 Built-in LED Video Light ...25 ª C Camcorder Accessory Order Form ...73 Card Playback ...42 Charging the Battery ...14 Condensation ...65 Customer Services Directory ...76 ª D Date/Time Setting ...16 Digital Dubbing ...46...
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.
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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.
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