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Panasonic PV-GS250 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
Digital Video Camcorder
Model No.
Mini
PV-GS250
LSQT0862 A

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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 LSQT0862 A...

  • 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 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS250 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.

  • 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 Precautions AVOID 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 WARNING unit. TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR 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, Video Stream Driver and MotionDV 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 Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Matsushita, or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of the Software.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Before using Record mode Quick Guide ........... 10 Check before recording ......... 27 Accessories ........... 12 Recording on a tape ........28 Parts identification and handling....12 Recording still pictures on a card while Fitting the lens cap......... 14 recording image onto a tape ....... 29 The one-touch free-style grip belt ....
  • Page 9 Playback mode Menu Playing back tape .......... 41 Menu list ............62 Slow-motion playback/ Menus related to taking pictures ....64 frame-by-frame playback ......42 Menus related to playback ......64 Variable-speed search function ..... 42 Other menus..........65 Playback on TV..........43 Playing back card ..........

  • Page 10: Before Using

    Before using Quick Guide Push the [PUSH] mark in order to close the cassette holder. Charging the battery Connect the AC main lead to the AC adaptor and the AC main socket. Put the battery on the battery mount by PUSH aligning the mark, and then securely plug it Only after the cassette holder is completely...
  • Page 11 Before using How to turn off the power Playing back tape While pressing the button , set the [OFF/ Set to Tape Playback Mode. ON] switch to [OFF]. Operate with joystick. Recording on a tape Set to Tape Recording Mode. / : Playback/Pause Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to playback with the...

  • Page 12: Accessories

    Before using Parts identification and handling Before using Accessories Camcorder The following are the accessories supplied with this product. PV-DAC14D K2GJ2DZ00017 K2CA2CA00025 CR2025 Built-in flash -35- CGA-DU12 N2QAEC000012 N2QCBD000030 Recording lamp -64- Microphone (built-in, stereo) -32- -34- Grip belt (One-touch free style grip belt) -15- Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) VFC3506-1A...
  • Page 13 Before using (27) LCD monitor open release [OPEN] -15- (17) (28) Reset button [RESET] -68- (18) (29) Power LCD button [POWER LCD] -24- (19) (14) Power LCD lamp (20) -24- (30) (15) Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/ (21) (22) (16) FOCUS] -27- -37- -40-...

  • Page 14: Fitting The Lens Cap

    Before using (43) (43) Lens hood In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counter-clockwise . In order to fit it, put into slot (41) , and then rotate it clockwise. (41) Tripod receptacle Fitting the lens cap This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod.

  • Page 15: The One-Touch Free-Style Grip Belt

    Before using The one-touch free-style grip belt To use as a grip belt Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand. To use as a hand strap Adjust the belt length and the pad position. If you use the grip belt as a hand strap, then you can carry or handle this Camcorder more easily.

  • Page 16: Using The Viewfinder

    Charge the battery before using this product. Battery charging time ( -17- We recommend using Panasonic batteries. If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. If the DC input lead is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge.

  • Page 17: Charging Time And Recordable Time

    Before using Charging time and recordable time Connecting to the AC outlet The times shown in the table below show the times at a temperature of 68 F (25 C) and a humidity of 60%. This is just a guide. If the temperature is higher or lower than the specified value, the charging time will become longer.

  • Page 18: Inserting/Removing A Cassette

    Before using Inserting/removing a cassette When the cassette holder does not come out Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the Close the cassette cover completely, and then cassette cover. open it again completely. Check if the battery has run down. When the cassette holder cannot be housed Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON]...

  • Page 19: Inserting/Removing A Card

    Before using Inserting/removing a card Card access lamp Before inserting/removing a card, be sure to turn the power [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. When the Camcorder accesses the card Open the LCD monitor and then open the (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the...

  • Page 20: Turning The Camcorder On

    Before using Turning the Camcorder on How to use the joystick When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens Basic joystick operations cap fitted, the automatic white balance Operations on the menu screen and selection adjustment may not function properly. Please turn of files to be played back on the multi-image the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.

  • Page 21: Switching The Language

    Before using 2) Tape recording mode 5) Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL]) [MANUAL]) Screen Screen display display OFF White balance -38- White balance -38- Shutter speed Shutter speed Iris or gain value Iris or gain value Select/Adjust -38-...

  • Page 22: Using The Menu Screen

    Before using Using the menu screen Press the joystick to determine the setting. For each individual menu, please refer to -62- Press the [MENU] button. MENU To exit the menu screen Press the [MENU] button. The menu corresponding to the mode To get back to the previous screen selected by the mode dial is displayed.

  • Page 23: Setting Date And Time

    Before using Setting date and time Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then Adjusting the brightness and color adjust it. level Set to Tape Recording Mode or Card Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >> Recording Mode.

  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control

    Before using Using the remote control In order to increase the brightness of the entire LCD monitor Remote control Press the [POWER LCD] button. Using the remote control supplied will enable control of almost all functions of this Camcorder. POWER LCD START/ DATE/ PHOTO...
  • Page 25 If swallowed, call your doctor. Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of children. Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may If the remote control mode of the Camcorder present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 26: Magic Wire Remote Control With Narration Mic

    Before using Magic Wire Remote Control with Switching the microphone Press the [TALK] button on the Magic Wire Narration Mic Remote Control with Narration Mic, and the This controller can be used from different high microphone on the remote control will be and low angles.

  • Page 27: 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 Camcorder with both hands. cassettes marked LP mode. 2) Run your hand through the grip belt.

  • Page 28: Recording On A Tape

    Record mode Recording on a tape On-screen display in the tape recording mode Remove the lens cap. ( -14- (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.) Set to Tape Recording Mode.

  • Page 29: Recording Still Pictures On A Card While Recording Image Onto A Tape

    Record mode Recording still pictures on a card Check the recording while recording image onto a tape The last image recorded is played back for 2 to 3 seconds. After checking, the Camcorder will be You can record still pictures while recording set to a recording pause.

  • Page 30: Recording Still Pictures Onto A Card (Photoshot)

    Record mode Recording still pictures onto a card your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the Camcorder. (Photoshot) You can record stable pictures without shaking Set to Card Recording Mode. by using a tripod and the remote control. For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -80-...

  • Page 31: Zoom In/Out Function

    Record mode Zoom in/out function Select the size of still pictures to be recorded on a card You can zoom in up to 10 optically. Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. the desired picture size. Wide-angle recording (zoom out): [2048]: 2048 1512 Push the [W/T] lever towards [W].

  • Page 32: Recording Yourself

    Record mode Quick start To use the zoom microphone function Interlocked with the zooming operation, the This Camcorder will be put into standby in microphone will clearly capture sounds far away approx. 1.7 seconds after the power is turned on. with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the This is only activated in the following cases.

  • Page 33: Backlight Compensation Function

    Record mode Backlight compensation function (In the case of 0 Lux MagicPix function) Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens This protects a backlit subject from being side. darkened. Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Press the joystick until the icon appears.

  • Page 34: Tele-Macro Function

    Record mode Tele-macro function Start recording. (fade in) When you start recording, the image/audio By focusing only on the subject and blurring the disappears completely and the image/audio background, the image can be impressive. This gradually appears. Camcorder can focus on the subject at a distance of approx.

  • Page 35: Using The Built-In Flash

    Record mode Using the built-in flash When the flash is not used Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH] >> [ Use the built-in flash in order to record still To adjust the brightness of the flash pictures in dark places. Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH LEVEL] >> Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

  • Page 36: Self-Timer Recording

    Record mode Self-timer recording To cancel the Wide/Cinema function Wide Function You can record still pictures on a card using the Set [ADVANCE] >> [WIDE] >> [OFF]. timer. Cinema Function Set to Card Recording Mode. Set [ADVANCE] >> [CINEMA] >> [OFF]. Set [BASIC] >>...

  • Page 37: Rapidfire Consecutive Photoshot

    We 5) [ ] Surf & snow mode recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory To record images at very bright locations Card. such as ski slopes and beaches When using a card formatted by other...

  • Page 38: Recording In Natural Colors (White Balance)

    Record mode Recording in natural colors To cancel the scene mode function Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set (White balance) the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO]. The automatic white balance function may not Sports mode reproduce natural colors depending on the scene For slow-motion playback or playback pause or lighting conditions.

  • Page 39: Manual Focus Adjustment

    Record mode Manual focus adjustment To set the white balance manually Select [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, white subject on the entire screen, move the then manual focusing is available. joystick up to select the [ ] indication.

  • Page 40: Manual Shutter Speed/Aperture Adjustment

    Record mode Manual shutter speed/aperture When recording in an extremely bright place, the color of the screen may change or flicker. If adjustment this happens adjust the shutter speed manually Shutter Speed to 1/60 or 1/100. Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Manual iris/gain adjustment When recording people outdoors at night, select a If the value does not become “OPEN”, you...

  • Page 41: Playback Mode

    Playback mode Playback mode To adjust volume Adjust the speaker or headphone volume for Playing back tape playback. Move the [ /VOL ] lever to adjust the Set to Tape Playback Mode. volume. Operate with joystick. Towards [ ]: increases the volume Towards [ ]: decreases the volume (The closer to [ ], the higher the volume.) On the remote control, press the [T] button to...

  • Page 42: Slow-Motion Playback/ Frame-By-Frame Playback

    Playback mode Slow-motion playback/ To return to normal playback Press the [ ] button on the remote control. frame-by-frame playback Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Slow-motion Slow-motion playback playback can only be performed by using In the reversed slow-motion playback, the time the remote control.) code indication may be unstable.

  • Page 43: Playback On Tv

    Playback mode Playback on TV To display the on-screen information on the TV Images recorded by this Camcorder can be The information displayed on the LCD monitor or played back on a TV. the viewfinder (operation icon, time code and Insert a recorded tape into this Camcorder.

  • Page 44: Deleting Files Recorded On A Card

    Playback mode 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 [ /VOL ] lever to switch the Move the joystick left or right to select a file images.

  • Page 45: Formatting A Card

    Playback mode Formatting a card Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting) Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. You can write the data of pictures to be printed, Store important data on a personal computer, etc.

  • Page 46: Edit Mode

    Edit mode Copying onto a DVD recorder or a Edit mode VCR (Dubbing) Recording from a tape onto a card Pictures recorded by the Camcorder 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 47: Recording The Contents Of Other Equipment

    Edit mode For more information, refer to the operating Move the joystick up to start recording. instructions for your TV set and recorder. When you do not need functional indications or date and time indications, press the [OSD] button on the remote control for no indication. (When you connect the Camcorder and a recorder with the DV cable, these indications Or, while pressing the [ REC] button on the...

  • Page 48: Using The Dv Cable For Recording (Digital Dubbing)

    Edit mode Using the DV cable for Recording The size of still pictures recorded on a card from the external input becomes [640]. (This is not (Digital Dubbing) maga-pixel still-picture recording.) By connecting other digital video equipment with When recording still pictures on a card, you DV terminal and the Camcorder by using the DV cannot record sound.

  • Page 49: Audio Dubbing

    Edit mode Audio dubbing To cancel the standby for recording When the Camcorder is in standby for recording, You can add music or narration to the recorded move the joystick down and select the [ ] icon. cassette. Set to Tape Playback Mode. (If you perform Do not plug or unplug the DV cable during external input, set [BASIC] >>...
  • Page 50 Edit mode Press the [ ] button on the remote control to start audio dubbing. /REW PLAY A.DUB STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV STOP When the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic is used, start recording with the [TALK] button pressed. Talk into the microphone.

  • Page 51: Printing Pictures By Directly Connecting To The Printer (Pictbridge)

    Edit mode Printing pictures by directly Move the joystick left and right to select a desired picture, and then press it. connecting to the printer (PictBridge) To print pictures by directly connecting the Camcorder to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge.

  • Page 52: With A Pc

    With a PC Using USB Driver With a PC Using the Camcorder with a PC Operating environment Despite having the operating environment An image stored on the DV Cassette can be indicated, it may not be possible to use the transferred to your personal computer.

  • Page 53: Connecting Computer And Camcorder

    With a PC Click [Next] and proceed with installation. Double-click a file you want to view. After completing the installation, Click Camcorder power is turned on. [Finish]. You can view images stored on the Memory After the USB Driver is installed, please Card and also save them to your hard disk.
  • Page 54 With a PC RAM: Click [Video Stream Driver]. 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended) The set up program starts running. Free hard disk space: Depending on your system environment, 250 MB or more installation of “DirectX 9.0b” may be Communication Speed: required.
  • Page 55 With a PC When the Camcorder and personal When you use Windows XP, the other parties computer (with Windows 2000) are via the network have to use Windows connected via USB cable, a message, such Messenger on Windows XP. When you use an as the one below, is displayed.

  • Page 56: Using Motiondv Studio

    During set up, if [Primary video capture Stream Driver is installed. device] selection screen is displayed, Operating environment [Panasonic DVC Web Camera] is selected. Setting up MSN Messenger IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with When starting MSN Messenger for the first time, pre-installed its setup screen is displayed.
  • Page 57 With a PC Installing Video Stream Driver Installation of MotionDV STUDIO Install this when your OS is Windows XP SP1 or Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the later, or Windows 2000 SP4 or later. (When your personal computer’s CD-ROM drive. OS is Window XP SP2 or later, installing video Quit all applications.
  • Page 58 With a PC To start MotionDV STUDIO If a description other than [Microsoft] is displayed If you wish to capture data from a tape, set the Update the driver with the following procedure. Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode and insert the Click [Update Driver...].

  • Page 59: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    [Stop]. Verify [Matshita DVC USB Device] is Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] selected and click [OK]. >> [Panasonic] >> [MotionDV STUDIO 5.3E LE for DV] >> [MotionDV STUDIO LE for DV]. Using the MotionDV STUDIO for Windows, a variety of visual effects can be added and titles can be created.

  • Page 60: If You No Longer Need Software Or Driver (Uninstall)

    With a PC If the above operation is not performed correctly, These instructions do not cover the basic when data is copied from the personal computer operations of the personal computer or define to an SD Memory Card, the copied data may be any terms.
  • Page 61 USB Driver, and re-install it. Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode, connect it to the personal computer, and delete [USB Video Device] (or [Panasonic DVC DV DCIM Stream Device]) from [Device Manager]. 100CDPFP...

  • Page 62: Menu

    Menu Menu [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. [TAPE RECORDING MENU] 1) [BASIC] [DATE/TIME] -64- [AV JACK] -49- [USB FUNCTION] -54- 2) [ADVANCE] [BLANK SEARCH] -29- 1) [BASIC]...
  • Page 63 Menu [CARD RECORDING MENU] [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] 2048 1) [BASIC] 1) [BASIC] [DATE/TIME] -64- [SCENE MODE] -37- [PROTECT] -45- [PICT. QUALITY] -31- [PICTURE SIZE] -31- 2) [ADVANCE] [SELF TIMER] -36- [DPOF SET] -45- [CLOCK SET] -23- [CARD FORMAT] -45- 2) [ADVANCE] 3) [SETUP] [BURST MODE] -37-...

  • Page 64: Menus Related To Taking Pictures

    Menu Menus related to taking pictures Menus related to playback [H.SHOE MIC] [AV JACK] Set to [LOWCUT] and this reduces low sound This switches among the output settings of the noise and wind noise hitting the stereo zoom AV/headphone terminal. microphone (VW-VMH3;...

  • Page 65: Other Menus

    Menu Other menus [INITIAL SET] When there is a menu that cannot be selected depending on a combination of functions, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the initial shipping condition. (Language setting cannot be back to the initial shipping condition.) [DEMO MODE] If you set to [DEMO MODE] >>...

  • Page 66: Others

    Others LOWCUT Others External microphone supporting the smart accessory shoe (LOW Indications CUT) -13- Sports mode (Scene mode) -37- Various functions and the Camcorder status are Portrait mode (Scene mode) -37- shown on the screen. Low light mode (Scene mode) Basic indications -37- Remaining battery power...

  • Page 67: Warning/Alarm Indications

    Others Warning/alarm indications Photoshot picture quality -31- Remaining number of photoshot If any one of the following indications lights up or pictures (When the remaining flashes, please check the Camcorder. number of photoshot pictures Confirmatory indications reaches 0, the red indication : A cassette with the accidental erasure flashes.) prevention slider placed in the [SAVE]...
  • Page 68 Others UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED): PRINTER ERROR: Audio dubbing cannot be performed Check the connected printer. because the original recording was in LP PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0: mode. The Camcorder is connected to a personal UNABLE TO A.DUB: computer that does not support USB 2.0.

  • Page 69: Functions Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Others Functions cannot be used Flash While recording to a tape simultaneously During demo mode When RapidFire Some functions in the Camcorder are disabled or Consecutive Photoshot is cannot be selected due to its specifications. The used table below shows examples of functions When the MagicPix restricted by conditions.

  • Page 70: Before Requesting Repair (Problems And Solutions)

    Others Before requesting repair 6: The cassette cannot be removed. • Does the power lamp comes on when opening (Problems and solutions) the cassette cover? ( ) Make sure that the -20- Power/Body battery and the AC adaptor are properly 1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on.
  • Page 71 Others • There are some recording subjects and • Have you set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> surroundings for which the auto focus does not [MIX]? If you set [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] and operate correctly. ( ) If so, use the manual dub audio to a recorded tape, you can hear the -78- focus mode to adjust the focus.
  • Page 72 Others 3: Although the Camcorder is correctly Others connected to a TV, playback images cannot 1: The indication disappears, the screen is be seen. frozen, or no operation can be performed. • Have you selected video input on the TV? •...

  • Page 73: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for Use 6: The warning/alarm indication [ ] appears when the Camcorder is operated in the WEB camera mode. About condensation • Did you press the menu button or the recording If you turn the Camcorder on when condensation start/stop button? You cannot use the menu or occurs on the head or the tape, condensation record onto the tape/card in the WEB camera...
  • Page 74 Others About dirty heads About the Camcorder If video heads (the parts that closely contact When the Camcorder is used for a long time, with the tape) become dirty, normal recording the Camcorder body becomes warm, but this is and playback are not properly performed. not a malfunction.
  • Page 75 Others Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol If you drop the battery accidentally, check to for cleaning the Camcorder. see if the terminals are deformed. Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out Attaching a deformed battery to the Camcorder the AC mains lead from the AC mains socket.
  • Page 76 Others About the cassette About the card Never place the cassette in a high temperature When inserting or removing the card, always place. set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. The tape may be damaged, producing When the access lamp is illuminated (During mosaic-like noise at the time of playback.

  • Page 77: Explanation Of Terms

    Others Explanation of terms LCD monitor/Viewfinder LCD monitor Automatic white balance When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth. White balance adjustment recognizes the color of In a place with drastic temperature changes, light and adjusts so the white color will become a condensation may form on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 78 Others White balance Recording a subject with little contrast A subject with little contrast, such as a white The image recorded by the Camcorder may wall, may become blurry because the become bluish or reddish under the influence of Camcorder achieves focus based upon the light sources.

  • Page 79: Specifications

    Others Specifications Mic input: Mic sensitivity –50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack) USB: Digital Video Camcorder Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant Information for your safety (Hi-Speed) No copyright protection support Power source: PictBridge-compliant DC 7.9/7.2 V Digital interface: Power consumption: DV input/output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)
  • Page 80 Others Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional) PICTURE [640] [1280] [1600] [2048] SIZE PICTURE QUALITY 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 1760 256 MB 1760 3520 512 MB 3520 7040 1246 1 GB 7040 14080 1550 2495...

  • Page 81: Camcorder Accessory System

    Others Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# Figure Description PV-DAC14 AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables *CGR-DU06A/1B 640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGA-DU12A/1B 1150 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack *CGA-DU21A/1B 2040 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack PV-DDC9 (For USA) DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) (4-pin to 4-pin)

  • Page 82: Camcorder 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. LSQT0862...

  • Page 83: 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...

  • Page 84: 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 Puerto Rico, Inc. (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 85: 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@us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 86: 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 87: Index

    Others Index Numerics 0 Lux MagicPix function .........33 Photoshot ............30 PictBridge ............51 Portrait Mode ..........37 AC Adaptor ..........17, 75 Aperture ............40 Audio Dubbing ..........49 Quick Start ............. 32 Backlight Compensation ........33 RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot ....37 Black Balance ..........39 Recording Check ...........

  • Page 88: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Apriete la marca [PUSH] a fin de cerrar el compartimiento del cassette. Guía española para el uso rápido Carga de la batería Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de la red de PUSH Meta la batería en el respectivo soporte alineando la marca, luego encájela.
  • Page 89 Others Cómo apagar la alimentación Reproducción de la cinta Mientras que oprime el botón , ponga el Ajuste al modo de reproducción de cinta. interruptor [OFF/ON] en [OFF]. Actúe en la palanca de mando. Grabación en una cinta Ajuste al modo de grabación de cinta. / : Reproducción/Pausa Rebobinado/Localización regresiva (Vuelve para reproducir con el icono...
  • Page 90 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 LSQT0862 A ©...

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