Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Model No. PV-GS34PKG 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. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.
Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Panasonic Model No. : PV-GS34 Responsibility Party : Panasonic Corporation of North America Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number : 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 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.
Precautions USE & LOCATION WARNING ● TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your 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 sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder.
End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, Video Stream Driver and ArcSoft Software) Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. 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.
Contents Before Using Things You Should Know ......................................2 Safety Precautions.................................................2 Precautions ............................................................5 End User License Agreement ................................6 Quick Guide ...........................................................8 Standard Accessories ..........................................10 Parts Identification and Handling .........................10 Power Supply..........
Before Using Quick Guide Inserting a Card 1 Using the Battery 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it. Place your Thumb on the [OPEN▼] 1 Knob and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow. 2 1 2 • Before use, fully charge the Battery. • Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor. • The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging starts. • When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.
Before Using 2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode. 3 Move the Joystick Control [◄] 3 to rewind the tape. 3 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. • Recording starts. 4 Move the Joystick Control [▲] 4 to start playback. 4 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to pause the recording. Recording a Still Picture on Card (Photoshot) 1 5 Move the Joystick Control [▼] 5 to stop playback. Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode.
Before Using Before Using Parts Identification and Handling Camcorder Standard Accessories 3 The followings are the accessories supplied with the Camcorder. 2 1) 4 5 PV-DAC14D 2) K2GJ2DC00015 K2CA2CA00025 3) 1 4) 6 CGR-DU06 K2KC4CB00022 LSFC0018 5) K1HA05CD0013 LSFT0619 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (pp. 11~12) CAUTION: This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC.
Before Using 15 Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT] 32 Mode Dial (p. 15) (pp. 36, 37) • Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder’s built-in speaker. • When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. 33 Joystick Control (pp. 15~16, 17~18) 34 35 36 38 16 37 17 34 Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 13) 20 18 35 Reset Button [RESET] (pp. 59, 61, 62) 19 36 Grip Belt (p. 13) 16 Cassette Holder 17 Cassette Compartment Cover (pp.
Before Using Using the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. • We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. • We cannot guarantee the quality of this Camcorder when batteries from other companies are used. 1 2 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it. Put the Battery on the Battery Mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in. Charging Time and Available Recording Time Supplied battery CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh) A 1 h 40 min. B 1 h 45 min. (1 h 25 min.) C 55 min. (45 min.
Before Using To Use as a Grip Belt Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. 1 • When you remove the Lens Cap, press the knobs firmly. Detach the end of the Grip Belt. Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Camcorder. 2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. 3 Reattach the Grip Belt. 1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Camcorder.
Before Using • When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown in the above, and then securely insert it as far as it goes. 3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark 1 . 1 4 Using a Memory Card (Optional) A Card can be used to record still pictures. • Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only. Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure to turn off the Camcorder.
Before Using Card Access Lamp Easy to Use Mode Dial 9 9 You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial. 1 Rotate the Mode Dial 32 . • Set your desired mode to 1 . 32 While the Camcorder is accessing the Card (reading, recording, playback or erasing), the Card Access Lamp lights up. • While the Card Access Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Camcorder, or to turn the Mode Dial.
Before Using Joystick Control and Screen Display Card Recording Mode • When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL]. Press the center of the Joystick Control, and One-Touch Navigation icon will be displayed on the lower right of the screen. Each press switches the display as follows depending on the mode. Move the Joystick Control [▲, ▼, ◄, or ►] to select an item.
Before Using 2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob 22 . Adjusting Brightness and Color Level When [ LCD SET] or [ EVF SET] on the [ SETUP] Sub-Menu is set to [YES], the following items are displayed. 22 LCD SET • You can adjust the brightness of the Viewfinder from the Menu. [ Using the LCD Monitor With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it.
Before Using 2 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] 33 to select the top menu. 1 BASIC ADVANCE SETUP LANGUAGE SETUP 3 4 ENTER Set [ LANGUAGE] >> [English], [Français] or [Español]. LANGUAGE English Español EXIT Move the Joystick Control [►] 33 or press it to set the selection. Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] 33 to select the Sub-Menu.
Before Using [ DISPLAY] [ Display Mode (p. 51) [ BEEP SOUND] [ Beep Sound (p. 52) [ LCD SET] [ DEMO MODE] Demonstration Mode • If you set to [ DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette or 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. If no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration mode automatically starts.
Before Using 2 [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] e.g., BASIC DATE/TIME PROTECT BASIC ADVANCE SETUP LANGUAGE SETUP ENTER EXIT SETUP ENTER D/T NO EXIT [ BASIC] Basic Setup Sub-Menu [ DATE/TIME] About date/time ADVANCE] • The Date and Time function are driven by a built-in lithium battery. • Make sure to check the time before recording because the built-in clock is not very accurate. Advance Setup Sub-Menu [ DPOF SET] Setting DPOF (p.
Before Using LP Mode You can switch the tape recording speed. • Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode. Set [ BASIC] or [ ADVANCE] >> [ REC SPEED] >> [LP]. If the LP mode is selected, the recording time will be 1.5 times the SP mode, but some functions will be disabled. • We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings. • In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode.
Recording Mode Recording Mode On-screen Display in the Tape Recording Mode About Recording 1) When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode Dial 32 to Tape Recording Mode [ ]. When recording still pictures on a card, set the Mode Dial 32 to Card Recording Mode [ ]. When recording with the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] Switch 24 set to [AUTO], the Camcorder automatically adjusts the Focus and White Balance. In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually. (pp.
Recording Mode 3 Finding the End of Recording (Blank Search Function) 23 The Blank Search Function aids you in locating the end of the recording on the Cassette quickly (unused part of the tape). • Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode. 1 Set [ BASIC] or [ ADVANCE] >> [ BLANK SEARCH] >> [YES]. SP Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 23 . • The [ • When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4× to 10× or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight hand shaking from holding the Camcorder.
Recording Mode Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory card (optional) PICTURE QUALITY (High) 220 32 MB (Normal) 440 64 MB 440 880 128 MB 880 1 760 256 MB 1 760 3 520 512 MB 3 520 7 040 1 GB 7 040 14 080 Recording Yourself You can record yourself while viewing the LCD Monitor. You can record persons in front of the camera while showing them the image. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image.
Recording Mode To Stop the Self-timer in Progress Quick Start This Camcorder will be put into standby in approx. 1.7 seconds after the power is turned on. • This is only activated in the following cases: - A tape or a card is inserted, while the Tape Recording Mode is set. - A card is inserted, while the Card Recording Mode is set. • Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Press the [QUICK START] Button 27 . • The Quick Start Recording Lamp 27 lights up. (Press the button again to cancel it.
Recording Mode Digital Zoom Function • The [ SP This function is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1× to 30× magnification. With the Digital Zoom Function, you can select a magnification from 50× up to 1000×. • Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Set [ ADVANCE] >> [ or [1000×]. D.ZOOM] >> [50×] ] Indication appears.
Recording Mode 4 • The [ ] Indication flashes and then is displayed. • The entire screen becomes brighter. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 29 . 29 SP 3h59m59s29f SP R2:00 3h59m59s29f R2:00 Start recording. (Fade in) 1/2 When you start recording, the image/audio disappeared completely and the image/audio gradually appears. 1/2 12:34:56AM JAN 2 2005 12:34:56AM JAN 2 2005 To Resume Normal Recording Move the Joystick Control [►] to select [ ] again.
Recording Mode Soft-Skin Mode Cinema Function This enables you to record skin colors in a softer tone. In order to get the best result, avoid background colors similar to the skin color of the subject. Otherwise, this may result in a softer background lacking in detail. This function is for recording a cinema-like image. • Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Set [ ADVANCE] >> [ CINEMA] >> [ON]. • Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
Recording Mode 1) [ ] Sports Mode • For recording scenes involving quick movements, such as sports scenes. 2) [ ] Portrait Mode • Use when you want to make people (subjects) stand out from the background. 3) [ ] Low Light Mode • For brightening a dark scene. 4) [ ] Spotlight Mode • For recording a subject under a spotlight. 5) [ ] Surf & Snow Mode • For recording in glaring surroundings, such as ski slopes, beaches, etc. To Cancel the Scene Mode Set [ BASIC] >> [ SCENE MODE] >> [OFF].
Recording Mode 3 Move the Joystick Control [◄] or [►] 33 until the [ ] Indication is displayed. SP 3h59m59s29f R2:00 ► 3/3 12:34:56AM JAN 2 2005 4 5 Point the Camcorder at a full-screen white subject. Move the Joystick Control [▲] 33 until the [ ] Indication stops flashing. To Resume Automatic Adjustment Move the Joystick Control [◄] or [►] 33 until the [ ] Indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/ MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].
Recording Mode Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) 2 You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark. Slide the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 24 to [FOCUS]. • Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 24 to [MANUAL]. 24 [One-Touch Navigation icon] • The [►MF] Indication (Manual Focus Mode) appears. 3/3 SP 3h59m59s29f R2:00 ►MF 24 3/3 12:34:56AM JAN 2 2005 • The [ ] Indication and the One-Touch Navigation icon appears.
Playback Mode Playback Mode Adjusting the Sound Volume Adjust the speaker volume for playback. Playing Back a Tape The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording. 1 1 Push the [– the volume. / VOL +] Lever 13 to adjust • Towards [+]: increases the volume • Towards [–]: decreases the volume (The closer to [+], the higher the volume.) Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 26 to [ON]. • The [POWER] Lamp 30 lights up. 13 26 30 2 Set the Mode Dial 32 to Tape Playback Mode.
Playback Mode Still Playback/Still Advance Playback 2 This Camcorder is capable of still picture playback and frame-advance playback. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen. • Set to Tape Playback Mode. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen. 1 Set the Mode Dial 32 to Picture Playback Mode. [One-Touch Navigation icon] 32 Move the Joystick Control [▲] 33 to start playback.
Playback Mode 2 Move the Joystick Control [▲, ▼, ◄, or ►] 33 to select a desired file. Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card Using the Camcorder, you can delete the files recorded on a Card. After the file is deleted, it cannot be restored. • Set to Picture Playback Mode. 33 • In the Multi-screen display, - Move the Joystick Control [▲, ▼, ◄, or ►] 33 to select a file (The selected file will be encircled by a yellow frame) and press it. The selected file is full-screen displayed.
Playback Mode 2 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] 33 to select [ALL FILES] and press the Joystick Control 33 . DPOF SET 2 1 2 2 DELETE SETUP 3 DELETE 1 FILE ALL FILES SETUP 3 ENTER EXIT Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] 33 to select [YES] and press the Joystick Control 33 . DELETE DELETE ALL IMAGES? NO YES SETUP ENTER 4 EXIT • All files of Picture Playback Mode are erased. • A locked file cannot be erased. • If there are many files on a card, it may take longer to delete files.
Playback Mode 3 Repeat Step 2 and press the [MENU] Button 28 when the setup is completed. • The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch. (p. 55) • For other notes concerning this item, see page 55. Formatting a Card Playing Back on Your TV By connecting your Camcorder with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. • Before connecting them, turn off the power of both the Camcorder and TV. 1 2 If a Card becomes unreadable by the Camcorder, format it for reuse.
Editing Mode Editing Mode Recording from a Tape onto a Card Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette. 1 Set the Mode Dial 32 to Tape Playback Mode. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen. [One-Touch Navigation icon] Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR (Dubbing) Pictures recorded by the Camcorder can be stored on a DVD-RAM or other such media. Refer to the instructions for the recorder.
Editing Mode 6 7 Move the Joystick Control [▼] 33 to stop playback. Stop recording. • For more information, refer to the operating instructions for your TV set and recorder. When neither image nor sound from the Camcorder is output to the TV set • Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. • Check the connected terminal.
With a PC With a PC Using Camcorder with a PC An image stored on the DV Cassette or Memory Card can be transferred to your personal computer. Software Installation (For Windows) 1 2 Turn on the personal computer and start up Windows. Insert the CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive. • The [Setup Menu] screen appears.
With a PC 4 Click [Restart] if the [InstallShield] dialog appears. • Do not remove the CD-ROM. Using Built-in SD Drive By connecting the Camcorder and Personal Computer with the USB Cable, you can transfer still images saved on a Memory Card directly to your Personal Computer. For Windows 5 6 1 2 Insert the Memory Card into the Camcorder. 3 Connect the Camcorder to your personal computer with USB Cable and turn the Camcorder to “ON”. Set the Camcorder to PC Mode.
With a PC • After the USB Driver is installed and USB Connection Cable is connected to the Camcorder, open [My Computer] or [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. • You can view images stored on the Memory Card and also save them to your hard disk.
With a PC To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the additional minimum requirements must be met. Graphic display: • When Camcorder power is turned OFF. High Color (16 bit or more) Desktop resolution of 800 × 600 pixels or more • When SD Memory Card is removed. Communication Speed: 56 kbps or faster is recommended. Necessary software: Windows Messenger 5.0 or later (Windows XP) MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000) DirectX 9.
With a PC 3 4 Click the [Video Stream Driver]. • The set up program starts running. For Windows XP users: Depending on your system environment, installation of “DirectX9.0b” may be required. Click [Yes] and continue with installation. • When the Camcorder and personal computer (with Windows 2000) are connected via USB Cable, a message, such as the one below, is displayed. However, testing by the manufacturer has confirmed functionality of this Camcorder with Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.
With a PC When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera in the Tape Playback Mode, the indication of the One-Touch Navigation icon is different from the one in usual operation. 1 1 2 Setting up the Windows Messenger When starting the Windows Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if the Windows Messenger setup has already been done.) For more details, please read the corresponding Help file.
With a PC 6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly. Setting up the MSN Messenger When starting the MSN Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if the MSN Messenger setup has already been done.) For more details, please read the corresponding Help file. 1 7 8 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera] menu. 2 Click [Sign In]. Type in your Sign-in name and password.
With a PC 7 Click [Web Camera Settings...] in the [Tools] menu.
With a PC 3 4 Click [ArcSoft]. Select the desired language on the [Choose Setup Language] dialog, and click [OK]. 5 6 7 8 • Installation begins. • After reading the displayed contents, please carry out the installation according to instructions. • If a language other than the OS language is selected, the characters may not be presented correctly. 5 When the component selection screen is displayed, check the software to be installed and click [Next].
With a PC Notes • Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. • ArcSoft, the ArcSoft logo, ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4, ArcSoft PhotoBase 4 and PhotoBase2 are trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc. • Microsoft® Windows®, Windows Messenger®, MSN Messenger® and DirectX® are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Intel®, Pentium® and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation.
With a PC About the folder structure when using the Memory Card in a personal computer • When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a personal computer, folders will be displayed as shown in the following figure. [100CDPFP]: The images (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) in this folder are recorded in the JPEG format. [MISC]: Files in which DPOF Data has been set to the image are in this folder. • [DCIM], etc. are necessary items in the folder structure. They have nothing to do with actual operations.
Others Others ◄ΙΙ, ΙΙ► : Indications Various functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen. : Remaining Battery Power • Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the → → → display will change: → . If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash. R0:45 : Remaining Tape Time • Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.
Others (Green): (Red): While the Card being read Using the card that cannot be recognized Warning/Alarm Indications If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the Camcorder. To Display Date/Time Indication Confirmatory Indications This switches between date and time indications. Set [ BASIC] or [ ADVANCE] >> [ DATE/TIME] >> [D/T], [DATE] or [OFF]. (pp. 18~20) • The Camcorder automatically records the date and time of picture taking on the tape.
Others NO CARD: No card is inserted. CARD FULL: Card does not have sufficient memory remaining. Select Picture Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files. NO DATA: There are no recorded files on the card. UNPLAYABLE CARD: You are attempting to play back data not compatible with this Camcorder. FILE LOCKED: You are attempting to erase protected files. CARD LOCKED: The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to [LOCK].
Others • Intervals between recording pictures may become longer depending on the card. We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card. • When using a card formatted by other equipment or a card that was recorded and erased repeatedly, the intervals between recording pictures may become longer. If so, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card with this Camcorder. Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light • The subject should be within 4.9 feet (1.5 meters) of the Camcorder.
Others Backlight Compensation Function Scene Mode • When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight Compensation Function does not work. • If you operate the [OFF/ON] Switch or Mode Dial, the Backlight Compensation Function is canceled. • If any of the Scene Modes are selected, you cannot adjust the shutter speed (p. 30) or iris (p. 31). • Using the MagicPix Function cancels any of the Scene Modes. • Using the Light Function cancels any of the Scene Modes.
Others When white balance cannot be set in the manual adjustment mode • White balance may not be adjusted properly in the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If so, use the auto white balance mode. During setting in the manual adjustment mode • When the setting is completed, it will remain lit. Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment • If you increase the shutter speed manually, the sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value increases automatically, which may increase the noises on the screen.
Others Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing) • Do not plug or unplug the DV Cable during dubbing, or the dubbing may not be completed properly. • Regardless of the menu settings on the recorder, digital dubbing is carried out in the same mode as the [AUDIO REC] mode of the playback tape. • The images on the recorder monitor may be disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded images.
Others About AC Adaptor • If the temperature of the Battery is extremely high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp may continue flashing, and the Battery may not be charged. After the temperature of the Battery has decreased or increased sufficiently, charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE] Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be faulty. In this case, please contact a dealer.
Others • Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be played back even after the heads are cleaned.) • If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner, the Camcorder needs to be cleaned at a Servicenter. Please consult a dealer. • Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the warranty.
Others • Do not touch the terminals on the back of the Card with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter it. • Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood LCD Monitor • In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth. • If your Camcorder is extremely cold when you turn its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first.
Others The cassette cannot be removed. • Does the power lamp comes on when opening the cassette cover? (p. 15) Make sure that the battery and the AC adaptor are properly connected. (pp. 11~12) • Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the battery and remove the cassette. • Close the cassette cover completely, and fully open it again. (pp. 13~14) No operation other than cassette removal can be performed. • Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (p.
Others Although the Camcorder is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen. • Have you selected video input on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input terminals used for the connection. 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. (pp.
Others Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead. 1) Recording a subject whose one end is located closer to the Camcorder and the other end farther away from it Using the RESET button 1 Undo Grip Belt end 1 and pull Lens Cap Cord 2 downward to loosen Grip Belt. • Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at the center of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both foreground and background.
Others Specifications Digital Camcorder Information for your safety Power Source: DC 7.2/7.9 V Power Consumption: Recording 4.5 W Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format) Tape Used: 6.35 mm digital video tape Recording/Playback Time: SP: 80 min.; LP: 120 min.
Others Camcorder Accessory System Accessory # Figure Description Price PV-DAC14 AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables Call For Pricing CGR-DU06A/1B 640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Call For Pricing CGA-DU12A/1B 1 150 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Call For Pricing CGA-DU21A/1B 2 040 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Call For Pricing PV-DDC9 DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin) $55.
Others Camcorder Accessory Order Form Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Camcorder Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling Total Enclosed 6.95 3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash) 4.
Others Request for Service Notice Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. Request for Service Notice: 66 In the unlikely event this product needs service. • Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.
Others Limited Warranty PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC., AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.
Others Customer Services Directory Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido Precauciones para su seguridad ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar incendios y descargas eléctricas, no exponga este equipo a la lluvia ni a la humedad. Camcorder está diseñada para grabar y reproducir en el modo de Reproducción Estándar (SP) y Su modo Largo (LP). Se recomienda el uso sólo de cintas de cassette que hayan sido probadas e inspeccionadas para su uso en aparatos VCR con la marca .
Others Guía rápida Inserción de una tarjeta de memoria 1 Cómo utilizar la batería 1 Coloque la batería en el adaptador de ca y cárguela. Usando su pulgar presione la perilla [OPEN▼] 1 y saque la pantalla LCD 2 en la dirección de la flecha. 2 1 2 2 • Antes de usar, cargue completamente la batería. • Debido a que la batería no se cargará cuando el cable de entrada de cc esté conectado al adaptador de ca desconéctelo del adaptador de ca • El indicador [CHARGE] se encienden y la carga comienza.
Others 2 Ajuste el selector de modo en modo de grabación de cinta. 3 Mueva el joystick [◄] 3 para rebobinar el cassette. 3 3 Presione el botón de inicio/parada de grabación. 4 • Comienza la grabación. 4 Presione el botón de inicio/parada de grabación nuevamente para detener la grabación. Mueva el joystick [▲] 4 para iniciar la reproducción. 4 5 Mueva el joystick [▼] 5 para detener la reproducción.
Index A I S AC Adaptor ......................11, 57 ArcSoft Software ...................46 Auto Focus ............................62 Iris ..........................................31 Scene Mode ..........................28 SD Memory Card ...................48 Self-timer Recording ..............25 Self Recording .......................24 Shutter Speed .......................30 Simultaneous Motion/ Still Record Mode ................22 Slide Show ............................34 Sound Volume ...............
