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Panasonic Palmcorder PV-GS200 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Digital Video Camcorder
Mode,
No PV-GS120
PV-GS200
MultiMediaCard"
LEICA DICDMAR
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product,
please read these instructions thoroughly.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Gufa para r&pida consulta en espafiol est_ incluida.
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  • Page 1 _o_0o._ Panasonic _ Operating Instructions Digital Video Camcorder Mode, No PV-GS120 PV-GS200 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Gufa para r&pida consulta en espafiol est_ incluida.
  • Page 2 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 Model NO.: PV-GS120, PV-GS20O 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...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 5 Precautions eAVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly USE & LOCATION moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit. oTO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your eDO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCOBDEB Camcorder and power supply should not be THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN...
  • 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,...
  • 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 Playback Mode Quick Guide ........... Playing Back a Tape ........Before Using ..........Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back ..42 Standard Accessories ........Slow Motion Playback ........Controls and Components ......Still Playback!Still Advance Playback .... 43 The Remote Controller ........
  • Page 9 Others _ndicators ............Initializing the Modes ........Warning/Alarm Indicators ......Notes and Hints ..........Cautions for Use ..........Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) ............ Explanation of Terms ........Specifications ..........Camcorder Accessory System ...... Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers) .........

  • Page 10: Quick Guide

    Before Use Quick Guide • Inserting a Card 1 Slide the [OPEN] Lever O to open the Card 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and Slot Cover _. charge it. 2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner on top O, insert it into the Card Slot.
  • Page 11 Before Use • Recording a Still Picture on a Card 4 Press the [1_] Button to start playback. (Photoshot) 1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode. 5 Press the [n] Button to Stop Playback. 2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. •...

  • Page 12: Before Use

    Before Use Before Mic, Please referto page -88-for replacement parts number. Before Using Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord -/'8- AV Cable -50- These operating Instructions are designed for use Shoulder Strap-ts- with models PV-GS120 and PV-GS2O0. Pictures SD Memory Card-t9- may be slightly different from the original.
  • Page 13 Before Use Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] -19- • When connecting an external microphone i_> Multi Button [MULTI] .40. or audio equipment to this jack, the built-in microphone does not operate. Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN*P] .40. eWhen connecting the Magic Wire Remote MagicPix Button [MAGICPIX] .34.
  • Page 14 Before Use Cassette Compartment Cover-!8- Recording Button [OREC]-53- Zoom Lever [W/T], (s2_ Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -Sl- Volume/Jog Lever [-- VOL/J OG -4] -3t-, -42- (_i_ Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -28-, -sl- Function [A, _, >% Y] -45- (64_ Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [*_1,I_] (i_i Eyepiece Corr_tor...

  • Page 15: The Remote Controller

    If swallowed, call your doctor. Recording Start/Stop Button [REC] Zoom Lever [W/T] • Zoom speed changes in 2 stages. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] CR2025 only. Use of another battery may I_Z Microphone...

  • Page 16: Power Supply

    Before use, fully charge the Battery. they can be operated individually by selecting • We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. different Remote Controller Modes. • We cannot guarantee the quality of this • If the Remote Controller Mode of the...

  • Page 17: Charging Time And Available Recording Time

    Before Use Charging Time and Available The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt Recording Time inTo Use as a Grip Belt PV-GS200 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. 1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt. CGA-DU21 3h55min, 3h45min.(3hf 5rain.)

  • Page 18: Attaching The Lens Cap

    Before Use 3 Slide O in the direction of the arrow and Attaching the Shoulder Strap reattach the Grip Belt. We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Cameorder. 1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder _2_;...

  • Page 19: Using A Memory Card

    Before • [ACCESS] Lamp • Accidental Erasure Prevention Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider O on the cassette (by sliding it to the [SAVE] arrow direction) prevents recording. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow While the Camcorder is accessing the Card direction).

  • Page 20: Using The Viewfinder/Lcd Monitor

    Before Use • The LeD Monitor can be opened a maximum :Tape Playback Mode Use this mode when playing back the recorded of 120 °. If you open the LeD monitor to an scene on a tape. angle of 120 °, it becomes easier to operate menus or to play back pictures.

  • Page 21: Using The Menu Screen

    Before Use • More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness • The Menu corresponding to the Mode or color saturation. selected by using the Mode Dial i139 is displayed. To Increase the Brightness of the Entire LCD Monitor Press the [POWER LCD[ Button.

  • Page 22: List Of Menus

    Before Use 2 Press the [ENTER] Button to confirm [REC SPEED] the selection of the file, Recording Speed Mode -Z6- [AUDIO REC] • After the above File Selection Procedure, carry Audio Recording Mode -26- out the various Menu Operations. (The above [SCENE INDEX] procedure will not be repeated in the following Scene Index Mode -44-...
  • Page 23 Before Use [AV JACK] [REC SPEED] AV Jack -82- Recording Speed Mode -26- [REMOTE] [AUDIO REC] Remote Controller Mode -!6- Audio Recording Mode -26- [REC LAMP] [DISPLAY] Recording Lamp =2?= Display Setup Sub-Menu [BEEP SOUND] [DISPLAY] Beep Sound -71- Display Mode -69- [CLOCK SET] [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -69-...
  • Page 24 Before Use [LCD/EVF] • I_1 [CARD RECORDING MENU] Card Recording Menu Adjusting Brightness and Color Level [LCD All (PV-GS20O only) Intelligent LCD Monitor-2t- [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -2o- [SELF REC] Recording Yourself -M- [EVF ON/AUTO] Using the Viewfinder -2o- [CAMERA) [INITIAL] Camera Setup Sub-Menu...

  • Page 25: Setting Date And Time

    Before Use [DIGITAL] [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -69- Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu [TITLE IN] [LCD/EVF] Adding a Title .47- Adjusting Brightness and Color Level [DISPLAY] [LCD All (PV-GS20O only) Display Setup Sub-Menu Intelligent LCD Monitor-2t- [DISPLAY] [LCD/EVF SET] Display Mode -69- LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -2o- [DATE/TIME] [EVF ON/AUTO]...

  • Page 26: Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

    Before Use Internal Lithium Battery Recharge The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock. When the [_] or [--] Indication flashes, the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camcorder with the power turned off and then connect to the AC Jack.

  • Page 27: Recording Mode

    Recording Mode Recording Mode Re cOrdingonaTape 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch i14_ _ to [ON]. About Recording • The [POWER] Lamp _41 lights up. When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode [1_ ]- When recording still pictures or moving pictures on a card, set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode [ I_l ].

  • Page 28: Recording A Still Picture On A Card (Photoshot)

    Recording Mode • Finding the End of Recording • Progressive Photoshot (Blank Search Function) When the [_]] 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 I Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or...
  • Page 29 Rccordinp Mode When recording in Card Recording Mode: (PV-OS120) (PV-GS200) 1 Set the Mode Dial (_ to Card Recording Mode. 1 Set the Mode Dial _ to Card Recording Mode. 2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT'] Button (_. 2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button eThc l[_J Indiu:.ttion lights up in red, halfway.

  • Page 30: Recording A Moving Picture On A Card

    Recording Mode When the picture size is 640×480: 1 Set the Mode Dial _ to Card Recording Mode. [FINE] (high image quality): appreximately 45 picfures [NORMAL] (normal im;.tge qualiIy): appreximately 95 picfures [ECONOMY] (low [m;.tge quality): appreximately 190 pictures eThese figures vary depending on the subject 2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button _.

  • Page 31: Quick Start

    Reoording Mode To Cancel the Quick Start Maximum recording time on the supplied Card (8 MB) Kecp the [QUICK STARTJ Button pressed for [SUPERFINEj: approximatcly 1 minute approximately 2 scconds and make sure the [FINE]: approximatcly 2 minutes Quick Start Recording Lamp is not lit. [NORivlALj: approximately 3 minutes...

  • Page 32: Digital Zoom Function

    Re_ndin_ Mode wZoem Magniifcation Indicaifen is displayed for • TO Use the Zoom Microphone a few seconds, Function Along with the zooming operation, the microphones directional anglo and sensitivity ar_ varied for recording sounds. ISet ITAPE RECORDING MENUI >> [RECORDING] >>...

  • Page 33: Image Stabilizer Function

    Rc_rding Mode Image Stabilizer Function 2 When the image is completely gone, press the Recording Start/Stop Button (_ If the C;.trncordcr is shaken while recording, the start recording. camera shako in the imago can be corrected. • If the Carncordcr shaF(ca too much, the images may not be stabilized.

  • Page 34: Magicpix Functions

    Rec_ndin_ Mode wThe [1_1_] I ndication flashes and then is To Oanesl the MagiePix Functions displayed, Press the [MAGICPIXj Button rope;.ttedly until neither the [MAGICPIXj Indication nor the wThe entire screen becomes brighter. [0LUX MAGICPIXJ Indication appears. • For other notes concerning this item, see -73-. Soft Skin Function To Resume Normal Recording This enables you to r_cord skincolors in;.tscfcer...

  • Page 35: Cinema Function

    Recording Mode Cinema Function • The Indication of the selected Mode appears. This function is used for recording a cinema-like imago, 1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON]. [ ,_k ] Sports Mode wFor recording scones involving quick movements, such :._s sports scenes.

  • Page 36: Adjusting White Balance Manually

    Recording Mode 3 Press the [_] Button (_D or [<lq] Button 2 Press the [ENTER] Button @. to select a desired White Balance Mode. 2,[C • The LAWB] Indication appears. 3 Press the [1_1_] Button (3_ or [<1<1] Button until the [&mA] Indication is displayed, Automatic White Balance Adjustment [AWB] The white balance setting that was previously...

  • Page 37: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

    Reoordin_ Mode Outside of the effective range of Automatic White • About the Cad Slow Shutter Balance Adjustment, the image will become (PV*GS200 only) reddrsh or bluish. Even wrthin the effective range When you adjast the shutter speed 1o 1/4, 1/8 or of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the 1/15 in Card Recording Mode, the Card Slew...

  • Page 38: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Rc_nding Mode To Resurge Automatic Adiuefment To Resume Automatic Adjustment Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUSI Switch to Set the IAUTOIMANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO] or[FOCUS]. [AUTO]. Using the Built-in Flash • For (}thor notes concerning this item,see -74-. (PV-GS200 only[ Manual Focus Adjustment The Built-in Flash enables you to record still FOCUS can be adjusted manually for recording in pictures in a dark place.

  • Page 39: Red Eye Reduction Function

    Roc_rdin_ Mode Red Eye Reduction Function Trailing Effect Mode [TRAIL] wl-{coords images with a trailing effect. (PV=GS20O only) Mosaic Mode IMOSAIC] This function reduccs a phenomenon which wProducos a mocaic-IiF(e image. causes the subject's eyes to turn red when you Mirror Mode IMIRROR] record pictures with a flash.
  • Page 40 Rccondin,a Mode • Multi*Picture Mode • Picture-in-Picture Mode Strobe Multi-Picture Mode: You can display a sub-screen (still picture) inside the screen. 1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EPFECTt] >> [P-IN-P]. "You can capture and rcoond 9 consecutive small still pictures.
  • Page 41 Rooonding Mode Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [I_€IPE] el" [MIX], wTho LWIPE] or [MIX] Indication appears, 2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start recording. 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to pause the recording, wTho last scone is stored in memory. The [WIPE] or [MIX] Indic;.ttionoh;.tngosto i PT_FT--I ] 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button...

  • Page 42: Playback Mode

    Pl_yb_u_: Mode Playback Mode • Adjusting the Sound Volume To sdjust the volume, push the [-VOIJJOG+] Playing Back a Tape Lever (_ to displsy the LVOLUME] Indication. Push the [-VOL/JOG÷] Lever towsrds LTjto The recorded sceneuanbe played b;.tck inurcase the volume or push the I-VOL!JOG+I immediatelyafter the recording.

  • Page 43: Slow Motion Playback

    Playback: Modo Scones recorded in the SP Mode are played back • Variable Speed Search Function at approximately 1!5th of the normal speed. The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playb;.tok can be varied. Scones recorded in the LP Mode arc played back at approximately 1!3rd of the normal speed.

  • Page 44: Index Search Functions

    Playback: Mode Index Search Functions • When the corresponding burton is pressed once, the iS 1] Indication appcars, and TO facJlJt;.rtesearching for desired scones, this searching for the subsequent scone marked Camcorder automatically records index signals with an index signal starts. Each time the button during recording, as explained in the following.

  • Page 45: Playback Digital Effect Functions

    Playback Mode To Change the Enlarging Area of an Image 2 Press the [SELECT] Button (_ on the Remote Controller and select LIAqPE] or 3 Press the Arrow Button (;k, 4[, _, on the Remote Controller that points to the [MIX].

  • Page 46: Slide Show

    Playback: Mode When you setecf MPEG4 Playback Mode at Folder File Number 0Nhen Picture PI;.tyback Mode is selected at Stop 1) Step 1 (PV-GS200 only) eFile is numbered in hexadecimal. File N;.tmo [When MPEG4 Playback Mode is selected at Step 1) {PV-GS200 only) eWhen the object is moving fast or zoom 3 Press the [ii/]l/<l<ltl_l_] Button to select a...

  • Page 47: Creating A Title

    Playback: Mode Creating a Title magenta, yellow and white, after which the bright portion of the imago is missing _1 and "You can create a title and record on a Card. the colors of the dar_: portion change in the 1 Recording Mode: abovo order, Set the Mode Dial _...

  • Page 48: Writing Printing Data On A Card

    Playback,:Mode 5 Press the [ENTER] Button _ or press the 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 and press the [MENU] [MULTI] Button _. Button _ when the setup is completed. wThe selected title is displayed. To Verify _POF Setfing • Recording and Phctcshct RecordJng can be Select LVERIFY'I in Step 2.

  • Page 49: Deleting The Files Recorded On A Card

    Playback: Modo Deleting the Files Recorded on a Formatting a Card Card If ;.t Card becomes Llnreadablc by the Camcorder, format it for reuse. Formatting erases all the data Using thc Camcorder, you can delcta the files recorded on a Card. recorded on a Card.

  • Page 50: Enlarging A Movie Picture Size

    Playback: Modc Enlarging a Movie Picture Size Playing Back on Your TV [PV=GS20O only) By connecting your Carncordcr to your TV, the YOU can enlarge a Moving Picture to full screen recorded scones can be viewed on your TV size screen.

  • Page 51: Editing Mode

    Editing Mode • During the copying, the following Indic;._tion Editing Mode appears. Recor ino f,om Tape onto a Still pictures or moving pictures can be recorded on a Memory Card from scones that have already _FC@_31Nt_] been recorded on a cassette. (moving pictures on elt takes a few seconds to record a picture to PV-GS200 Model only)

  • Page 52: Copying On An S-Vhs (Or A Vhs) Cassette

    Editing Mode 5 Te start Audio Dubbing, press the [l l] Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Button _ on the Remote Controller. Cassette To Cancel Audio _ubbing (Dubbing) PreSS the [11] Button _ on the Remote After connecting the Carncorder and the VCR Controller.

  • Page 53: Recording The Contents Of Other Equipment

    Editing Modo Recording the Contents of Other Equipment After connecting the Carncorder and the other equipment as illustrated, start the following procedures. • When recording on a card, press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button or the Recording Start/Stop Button. 5 Press the [I I] Button or [l] Button @ to stop recording.

  • Page 54: Pc Connection With Dv Interface Cable

    Editing Mode Recorder: Printing pictures by directly 3 While pressing the [OREC] Button _D, connecting to the printer press the [Ib] Button on the Remote (PictBridge) Controller. Or while pressing the [REC] But:ton _), After connecting the Camaorder with a printer press the [BACK LIGHTj But:ton _) on the compatible with PietBridge, start the following Camcorder.
  • Page 55 Editing Mode • The [PRINTj Indic;.ttion does net appear when 7 Press the [ENTER] Button (_. the card is not inserted in the Camcarder. (You cannot print pictures.) • When the [PRINTj Indication keeps blinking (more than about 1 minute), 1he Cams•taler the printer are not connected properly.

  • Page 56: 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 =St:.trt" Button on your desk'top and then clrok An im;.tgo stored on the DV Cassette can be =Run". When the =Run" Box is open, type in =D:\lnctMonu.oxe"...
  • Page 57 WiIh a PC • Robcot the computer to finish installing USB 4 Open [My Computer] and click driver. [Removable Disk[ (For Windows 90SE/Me/ • InstallaIion conIinues allot 1he computer 2080 users). roboots if you selected ;.tddi_ionalsoftware. Click [Open folder to view files using eA message indicating a conflict bo_,con Windows Explorer] and then [OK] (For...

  • Page 58: Using As A Web Camera

    With a PC Using as a Web Camera To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the ..........................following conditions must be met. If the C;.tmcordcr ]s ccnnccted to your pcrsonal • In this case, Windows XP SPt or I;_fter i s computer, you can send video and sound from needed.
  • Page 59 Wifh a PC • Enter "C:\Wi ndows',sysfc m" for • Connecting the Camco_er Windows 98SE. Personal Computer (For Use as a Web • Enter "C:\Wi nd ow_,opfio ns\CAB S" for Camera) Windows 1 Install the supplied WebCam Driver on the •...

  • Page 60: Using Dv Studio 3,1E-Se

    [Tools] menu. 4 According to the procedures displayed on 8 Confirm that the [Panasonic DVC Web the screen, continue the setup. Camera Device] is selected. 5 After the setup is completed, sign in and eDoponding on the operating environment, start Windows Messenger.

  • Page 61: Using The G.726 Audio Decoder

    With a1 PC eDV STUDIO 3.1E-SE cannot be operated on elnctallation will be completed. Windows 2000. eSamplo data is installed concurrently with the eWhon 2 or more USB devices are connected to DV STUDIO 3.1 E-SE software. a personal computer, or when devices are •...

  • Page 62: Using The Arcsoft Software

    With a PC • Operating environmenl Using the AreSoft Software There are 4 types of image editing so.are in the IBM PC!AT ccmp;.ttiblo personal computer with AroScft So.are package. pro-installed Panorenla Maker 3,0 Windows, Mac) Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition! Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows...
  • Page 63 With a PC • Operating environment • Installation of ArcSoft Software Suite For Windows For Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the IBM PCIAT compat;ble personal computer w;th personal computer's CD-ROM drive. 2 Select the software to be installed from pro-installed Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition! [Setup Menu].

  • Page 64: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    With _ PC For Macintosh safely TO disconnect cable 1 Turn on Computer and start up Macintosh. If USB cable is discoflnootod while computer is 2 Insert supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM on, error dialog box may appear. In such a case drive.

  • Page 65: If You No Longer Need Software Or Driver (Uninstall)

    With a PC Notes Removing the USB connection eab}e safely for Macintosh • M;.teintesh isa registered tr;.tdcmark of Apple 1 Drop the [NONAME] icon which appeared Computer, Inc. AroSofl, the AroSeff logo, when you connected the Cameotder with AroSoff Phetclmprosaion 4.0, AroSeff the USB connection cable into the recycle PhetcBaso 4.0, ArsSeft Panorama MaKer 3.0...
  • Page 66 USB Drfver, and re-install it. O Set the Carnccrder to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode, connect it to the personal computer, and delete [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver for Win XX (COM X)] (or [Pacasonic Serial USB DriverJ) from [Device Manager J.
  • Page 67 WiIh a PC • When using the software without indication • About the folder structure when using function, indication data, such as data, are net the Memory Card in a personal displayed. Depending on Phe software in use, computer the d_e and Phetime may not be displayed eWhon a C;.trdwiPhd;.ffa recorded on it is inserted correctly.

  • Page 68: Others

    O_hera Others Spotlight Mode (PregrLtm AE) -_,_- Surf & Snow Mode (Program AE) Indicators REC: Rcoording-_7- Various functions and Camcorder status are PAUSE: Recording Pause -2;- shown on the screen. ®: Self-Timer Recording -_=t- BLtttery Power RomaJning When connecting the Magic Wire eWhen the battery power becomes low, the Remote Control with Narration Indicator ohLtngos.

  • Page 69: Initializing The Modes

    O_hers Flash turned on (PV-GS200 only) WEB i_ WEB CAMERA Modo (recording) -59- WEB [] WEB CAMERA Mode [playbLtck) Flash {setting to [+]) -59- (PV-GS200 only) -3L_- PRINT (Highlighted): Flash {setting to [-]) PictBddgo Mode -._4- (PV-GS200 only) -3L_- 0h00m00s: Recording time of MPEG4 _!_': Rod Eye Reduction...

  • Page 70: Warning/Alarm Indicators

    Others CARD ERROR: Warning/Alarm Indicators The Card is not compatible with this If ;.tny one of the following indic;.ttors lights up or Camcordor. flashes, please chock the condition ofthe COPY INHIBITED: Camcorder. Because the medium is protected by a copy [] DEW {DEW DETECT!EJECT TAPE): guard, imagos cannot bo recorded...

  • Page 71: Notes And Hints

    Others UNABLE TO WRITE oWhen you switch the [OFF!ON] Switch from (WIDE MODE): [OFF] to ION] YOUare attempting to record $1 signal 2 Beeps pictures (with aspect ratio 16:g) by pressing oWhen you pause recording the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. 2 Beeps 4 times FILE LOCKED: •...
  • Page 72 O_hers • You can record still pictures on the card oven Jf • MPEG4 moving pictures recorded in the Shutter Chance Mark does not appear. [SUPERFINE] cannot be recorded on a MuitiModiaCard. However, imagos may be recorded without being focused. •...
  • Page 73 01hers •When using the MagJcPJx Functions, you can • Zoom In/Out Functions not use the Built-in FI;_tsh.(PV-GS200 only) eWhen you are zooming in on a faraway subject, • White Balance cannot bo sot. a sharper focus is achieved if the rooolding •The shutter speed cannot be adjusted.
  • Page 74 Others wBecasso the color and brfghtness of the • #you are using M;.tgicPix Mode (-34-) or playback image may change, avoid recording Pregr, tm AE Mode (_5-), you cannot adjust the under fluorescent light, moreury light or shutter speed. sodium light. Card Slow Shutter Mode (PV-GS200 only) •...
  • Page 75 01hers Picture-in-Picture Mode • When the [_], [_+] or [_-j IndiuLttcr is displayed, the Flash can be lighted. (When • If Mode Dial is operated, the smaller picture flashing in white, the Flash is charging.) disappears. oTitlos cannot bo insetted into the smaller eCha_ing the Flash takes 4 seconds maximum after lighting.
  • Page 76 Others • As you enlarge an image, the quality o1 the • If you fry to play back an MPEG4-rooorded image deterforates. image for which the [MPEG4 MODE] was set to eDuring Playback Zoom, the Variable Speed a mode oIher than [ECONOMY] on other Search Function cannot be eh;.tnged with the Pan_sonic cameras, 1his imago will no1 be...
  • Page 77 Others • • Adding a Title Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape eWhon Set to MPEG4 Playback Mode, Title In Function is not possible. (PV-GS200 only} oWhon recording the Card Image onto ;_tT;.tpo, eThe Title In Function and Digital Effects cannot its Size is transformed into 720x480 pixels...

  • Page 78: Cautions For Use

    O_hers • Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or • Using the DV Cable for Recording images may be distorted, by strong magnetic (Digital Dubbing) fields created by speakers Or large motors. • Regardless of the setting, digital dubbing is •...
  • Page 79 Others After use, be sure to take the Case_ out and wHowovcr, you can sso the C;_trd Recording detach the Battery from the Camcorder or pull Mode or PioturoiTVlPEG4 Playb;.tuk Mode out the AC Cable from AC Jack. when the cassette is not inserted. (MPEG4 •...
  • Page 80 • Do not allow the Battery terminals to come etc.) Please contact a Panasonic Service Center. in contact with metal objects (such as • Optimal Use of the Battery necklaces, hairpins, etc.).
  • Page 81 O_hers ode not plaso a Cassette near highly magnetic (PV-GS120) substances or equipment. Extremely high precision technology eThe surf;Ice of the tape is covered with employed to produce the LCD Monitor extremely minute magnetic particles, upon screen featuring a total of approximately which signals are recorded.

  • Page 82: Before Requesting Service (Problems And Solutions)

    01hers abe sure to _:eep theLens Hood attached to the Other Recording 1 :Auto FOCUS Function does not work. Camcorder so as toshut outunnecessary light. • Is Manual Focus Mode selected? If Auto Focus Before Requesting Service Mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.

  • Page 83: Explanation Of Terms

    Others 5: Playing back or recording do not function, 3: During Playback [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is the screen has frozen or the indicator displayed. disappeared. • The im;.tgowas either recorded in a different • Turn the Camcordor off. If the Camcordor is not format, or data is damaged.
  • Page 84 O_hers Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead. • Memory Stop Function Recording a subject whose one end is The Memory Stop Function is useful for the located close to the Camcorder and the following opcmfions. other end farther away from it Rewinding or fast-fer_varding a tape to a •Bcoausc...

  • Page 85: Specifications

    Othors Specifications S-video Input Level: Y Inp_it: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm C Input: 0.288 Vp-p, 75 ohm Audio Input Level (Line): Digital Video O_mera 310 mV, 10 kohnl or more Ir_formatior_ for your safety MIc Input: Mic $emsitivity _0 dB €0 dB-1 Vine, 1 kHz_ (Stereo mini j_k) USB:...
  • Page 86 0Ih_rs AC Adaplor In form_ltion |or your _f_y Power ,_our ce: AC 110-2,10 V, _60 Power Consumption: oc Ou_p.t: DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Cemcorder Op_ratior_) Dimensions: 2.40 ('_V) X 1.26 (H) X3._8 (D) ir_¢h 61 (W)X32 (H_×91 (D) mm Weight: Approx.
  • Page 87 01hers Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional) PICTURE SIZE 840x480 4780>{ 1320 (PV-GS200) 4280>{ 960 (PV-GS120) PIC_JRE FINE NORMAL E0(;NO_'_ FINE NORMAL E0(;NO_Y FINE NORMAt EC0_JOM v QUALITY 8 MB 1 80 18 M8 32 M8 84 M8 1760...

  • Page 88: Camcorder Accessory System

    01hers Camcorder Accessory System :! i;_ll iii!:_i _:_i _:_i _:_i_:_i _:_i ! i@ii;ii!!iii_;iiiiiilL_/_iii:ii!i_iiiiiiiiiiii ¸ _ ii:_! _ PV-DAC13 AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable _CGA-DU07 680mAh/l_echargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack _CGA-DU 14 1360mAhiRechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack _CGA-DU21 2040mAhiRechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack PV-DDC9 (For USA)

  • Page 89: (For Usa Customers)

    Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O DSHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order Payable to: PANASONIC ACCESSOFJlES (Please do not send cash) 4 Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address) Ship TO: Mrs. First Last...

  • Page 90: Request For Service Notice (Usaonly)

    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 91: Limited Warranty (For Usa Customers)

    COM _A"IYDIVISIOI_ OF &9_,TSJ SIHTA ELECTRIC OF P3E_TO RICO, I1_0, ELEC'TRIOCORPORA-_ON OF AMERICA AVE e._ de Irlfa_t_-I_, l<m 95 San Gabdel _r_ustdal Park_ Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited warranty Limft_;I War_n_ Coverage + yo:ArprcdL ct abs_ not work p'cp_dy bec_Js_ of a abfe_ In r.laterla _; Orwcrk'r._r_;h p, Pan_onl¢ Con_:Ar.ler Ek_tl'Cnlcs C<,m_.,_ r y Or...

  • Page 92: Customer Services Directory

    You may •lso contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday- Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST,) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (We Acsept Visa, MastsrCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks) For hearing or speech impaired TrY users, TTY : 1-866-5054277 #.IRv!vjY'cil_-.j_...

  • Page 93: Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

    PRODUCT- LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to bc free from defccts in material and workmanship and agrcos to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Carncorder Product - One (1) year, parts and labour...

  • Page 94: Index

    O_h_rs Index AC Adaptor ..........16, 79 Macro CIoce-up ..........ArcSoft ............Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration MJu .............. Audio Dubbing ..........Auto Fceus ............ MagiuPix Funution ......... Manual FOCUS..........Menu Surcen ..........Backlight Compensation ........ Mirror Mode ........... Black &...
  • Page 95 01hers SD Mornory Card ........... Self-Rceording ..........Self-gmor Recording ........Sepia Modo ........... Shutter Chance Mark ........Shutter Speod ..........Slide Show ............. Slim Modo ............Slow Motion Playb;._ok ........Smart Accessory Shoo ........Soft Skin Function ......... Solarisation Modo .......... Sound Volumo ..........

  • Page 96: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Gufa Espaffola Para El Uso Rapido

    Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/ • Inserci6n de la tarjeta 1 Desplace la palanca [OPEN] O para abrir la Guia espa_ola para el uso rdpido tapa del compartirnento de tarjeta _1. 1 Una la bateHa al adaptador de CA y c_rguela.
  • Page 97 0Ih_rs 30prirna el botdn [,_1] pars rebobinar • Grabaci6n de una imagen fija en una einta. tarje_a (Photoshot) 1 Ajuste en disco del modo el de la grebaci6n. 40prirna el botdn [11_]pars comenzar la reproducci6n. 2 Optima el bot6n [PHOTO SHO1]. 50prirna el botdn [I] para parar la...
  • Page 98 Executive Office: Ore Panasoric Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 Panasonic Company East: 6749 Bayrneadow Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 Panasonic Company Central: 1707 North Randall Road, Elgir, IL 60123 Panasonic Company West: 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Sales Company ("PSC")

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