Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Model No. PV-GS16 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-GS16 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 Safeguards 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.
15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 17.
Contents Before Use Things You Should Know..................................2 Safety Precautions ............................................2 Precautions .......................................................5 Quick Guide ......................................................8 Standard Accessories .....................................10 Controls and Components ..............................10 The Remote Control (Optional) .......................12 Power Supply .............................................
Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape .......................................33 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back ........33 Slow Motion Playback (Optional Remote Control Only)....................34 Still Playback/Still Advance Playback .............34 Index Search Functions (Optional Remote Control Only)....................35 Playback Zoom Function (Optional Remote Control Only)....................35 Playback Digital Effect Functions....................36 Playing Back a Memory Card ........................
Before Use Quick Guide 1 Inserting a Card Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it. 1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN▼] 1 Knob and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow. 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 [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and charging starts. • When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.
Before Use Recording on a Tape 1 2 3 4 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON]. 1 • The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up. Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON]. • The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up. 1 1 2 2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode. 2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. 3 Press the [◄◄] Button to rewind the tape. 4 Press the [►] Button to start playback. 5 Press the [ ■ ] Button to stop playback. • Recording starts.
Before Use Before Use 2 Standard Accessories Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC11 LSJA0288 2) K2CB2CB00014 3) 4) LCD Monitor (pp. 16~17, 62) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 3 Card Slot Cover Open Lever [◄OPEN] (p. 15) 4 Card Slot (p. 15) 5 Card Slot Cover (p. 15) Speaker (p.
Before Use 40 Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] (p. 24) Quick Start Recording Lamp (p. 24) 41 Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 22) 27 28 42 Power Switch [OFF/ON] (pp. 16, 22) 43 44 31 29 30 32 27 Cassette Holder 28 Cassette Compartment Cover (p. 15) 29 USB Jack [ 45 46 47 ] (pp. 45~46, 48) 30 DV Input/Output Terminal (pp. 42~43) 43 Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 15) 31 White Balance Sensor (p. 29) 45 Battery Holder • Connect this to the digital video equipment. Remote Control Sensor (p.
Before Use The Remote Control (Optional) 60 55 56 57 58 59 61 62 Remote Control is not supplied, If you would like to order, the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts. Please refer to page 68. Inserting the Button-type Battery Before using the Remote Control, insert a button-type battery. 1 While pressing the Lock Button 1 , pull out the Battery Holder. 2 Insert a button-type battery with the (+) marking facing upward. 3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Control.
Before Use Using the Remote Control (Optional) Power Supply Remote Control is not supplied, If you would like to order, the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts. Please refer to page 68. Using the AC Adaptor 1 Direct the Remote Control at the Remote Control Sensor 31 of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button.
Before Use 2 To Use as a Grip Belt Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder. Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. 1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt. 2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. 3 Reattach the Grip Belt. Disconnecting the Power Source Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 42 to [OFF], and while sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] Switch 46 , remove the Battery downward or DC Cable.
Before Use • When you remove the Lens Cap, press the knobs firmly. 4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark 2 . 2 Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Camcorder. 1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Camcorder.
Before Use Card Access Lamp : 12 12 : 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. Such actions will damage the Card, and recorded data, and cause the Camcorder to malfunction. Turning on the Camcorder Turn on the power first and then select modes.
Before Use 2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle. • The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180° 1 from the vertical position upwards and a maximum of 90° 2 to the downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Camcorder. Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Camcorder displays various function setups on Menus.
Before Use File Selection in the Picture Playback Mode A File Selection Operation may be necessary during Menu Operations. In this case, carry out the following procedure. 1 Press the [ a file. / ■ /◄◄/►►] Button and select • The selected file is marked by a frame. [MULTI MODE] Multi-Picture Mode (p. 31) [TITLE IN] Adding a Title (p. 38) [CARD] Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY] Picture Quality (p. 23) [CREATE TITLE] Title Creation (pp.
Before Use [DEMO MODE] Demonstration Mode • If no operation takes place for approximately 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Camcorder and the [OFF/ON] Switch is turned to [ON] without inserting a Cassette or a Card, the Camcorder is automatically set to Demonstration Mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the Demonstration Mode is canceled. The Demonstration Mode can be started by setting [DEMO MODE] to [ON] and by exiting the Menu.
Before Use [DIGITAL] [ALL FILES] Digital Setup Sub-Menu [TITLE IN] [TITLE BY SEL] Adding a Title (p. 38) [CARD] Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY] Picture Quality (p. 23) [CREATE TITLE] Title Creation (pp. 37-38) [BURST MODE] RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot (p. 23) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu [DISPLAY] Display Mode (p. 54) [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication (p. 54) [LCD/EVF] LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 17) [SELF REC] Recording Yourself (p.
Before Use Setting Date and Time Since the internal clock of the Camcorder has a slight imprecision make sure to check the time before recording. 19 13 14 16 17 1 Set [INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. LP Mode A desired recording speed can be selected with [REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu. If LP Mode is selected, the recording time becomes 1.5 times longer than that of SP Mode.
Recording Mode Recording Mode 3 About Recording When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode Dial 38 to Tape Recording Mode [ ]. When recording still pictures on a card, set the Mode Dial 38 to Card Recording Mode [ ]. When recording with the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] Switch 18 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. 28~30) Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 41 .
Recording Mode To Cancel Blank Search Before Completion Selecting the quality of Photoshot images Press the [ ■ ] Button. Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] >> [PICT QUALITY] >> a desired image quality. Digital Still Picture When the [STILL] Button 13 is pressed, images become still pictures. When the button is pressed again, the Digital Still Picture Mode is canceled.
Recording Mode Recording Yourself Quick Start By opening the LCD Monitor and rotating it forward (to the lens side), you can let the subject in front of the Camcorder monitor the shot while recording is in progress. By pressing the [QUICK START] Button 40 , the Camcorder will be ready for recording in approximately 1.3 seconds after it is turned on. 1 Press the [QUICK START] Button 40 . • The Quick Start Recording Lamp 40 lights up.
Recording Mode Zoom In/Out Functions This feature gives special effects to the picture by recording objects close by or with wide-angle shot. 1 For wide-angle shots (zoom out): Push the [W/T] Lever 26 towards [W]. For close-ups (zoom in): Push the [W/T] Lever towards [T]. Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1× to 24× magnification.
Recording Mode 2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 41 or [PHOTO SHOT] Button 35 to start recording. Fade Out Fade Out causes images and sounds to disappear gradually, leaving a black screen at the end of a scene. 35 41 To Cancel Image Stabilizer Function Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [EIS] >> [OFF]. 1 Keep pressing the [FADE] Button 16 while recording. • For other notes concerning this item, see page 56.
Recording Mode • The [WIND CUT] Indication appears. MagicPix Function This function allows you to record color images brightly in a dark place without using the Video Flash. 1 Press the [MAGICPIX] Button 8 . To Cancel the Wind Noise Reduction Function 8 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF]. • For other notes concerning this item, see page 56. • The [MAGICPIX] Indication appears. Cinema Function This function is for recording a cinema-like image.
Recording Mode 2 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> ], [ ], [PROG.AE] >> a desired mode ([ ] or [ ]). [ ], [ 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 18 to [MANUAL]. 18 19 • The [MNL] Indication appears. 13 14 15 16 17 • The Indication of the selected Mode appears. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 2 14 15 17 3 1) [ ] Sports Mode • For recording scenes involving quick movements, such as sports scenes.
Recording Mode 2 Press the [ENTER] Button 15 . 14 15 17 3 4 5 Outside of the effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. In this case, adjust the White Balance. • The [AWB] Indication appears.
Recording Mode Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) 2 You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark. 1 Slide the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 18 to [FOCUS]. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 18 to [MANUAL]. 18 18 • The [►MF] Indication (Manual Focus Mode) appears. • The [MNL] Indication appears. 2 Press the [ENTER] Button 15 until the Iris Indication appears. 3 Press the [►►] Button 14 or [◄◄] Button 17 to adjust the focus.
Recording Mode 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Multi Mode [MULTI] Picture-In-Picture Mode [P-IN-P] Wipe Mode [WIPE] Mix Mode [MIX] Strobe Mode [STROBE] • Records images with a stroboscopic effect. Trailing Effect Mode [TRAIL] • Records images with a trailing effect. Mosaic Mode [MOSAIC] • Produces a mosaic-like image. Mirror Mode [MIRROR] • The right half of an image becomes a mirror image of the left half. Stretch Mode [STRETCH] • The picture is expanded horizontally.
Recording Mode Picture-in-Picture Mode 1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [WIPE] or [MIX]. 19 13 14 15 16 17 You can display a sub-screen (still picture) inside the screen. 1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [P-IN-P]. 2 • The [WIPE] or [MIX] Indication appears. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 41 to start recording.
Playback Mode Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording. 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 42 to [ON]. • The [POWER] Lamp 39 lights up. Adjusting the Sound Volume To adjust the volume, push the [W/T] Lever 26 to display the [VOLUME] Indication. Push the [W/T] Lever towards [T] to increase the volume or push the [W/T] Lever towards [W] to decrease the volume. The [VOLUME] indication disappears immediately after adjustment is made.
Playback Mode Variable Speed Search Function The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can be varied. 1 During playback, press the [►] Button 15 . • The [1× ] Indication appears. Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are played back at approximately 1/5th of the normal speed. Scenes recorded in the LP Mode are played back at approximately 1/3rd of the normal speed. To Resume Normal Playback Press the [►] Button 70 .
Playback Mode Index Search Functions (Optional Remote Control Only) This feature is only available with Remote Control. However it is not supplied. If you would like to order, the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts. Please refer to page 68. To facilitate searching for desired scenes, this Camcorder automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following.
Playback Mode To Change the Zoom Magnification 2 Change the magnification by pressing the [W] Button or [T] Button 60 on the Remote Control. 60 Wipe Mode and Mix Mode (Optional Remote Control Only) This feature is only available with Remote Control. However it is not supplied. If you would like to order, the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts. Please refer to page 68. 1 Press the [►] Button 70 .
Playback Mode 1 Slide Show The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show. 2 1 Set the Mode Dial 38 to Picture Playback Mode. 3 1 Folder File Number 2 Picture Size (pp. 53~54) 3 File Number To Select a Desired File and Playing Back 1 38 2 Set the Mode Dial 38 to Picture Playback Mode. 15 38 2 Press the [►] Button 15 . • The [SLIDE Press the [MULTI] Button 20 . ] Indication is displayed. • Each of the pictures are played back for several seconds.
Playback Mode 1 Tape Playback Mode: Search for the image you want to use for creating a title and set the Camcorder to the Still Playback Mode. Adding a Title A title can be added to the picture. It is displayed in Tape/Card Recording Mode and Tape/Picture Playback Mode. 13 2 Set [CARD] >> [CREATE TITLE] >> [YES]. 1 Set [DIGITAL] >> [TITLE IN] >> [ON]. 19 13 14 15 16 17 3 19 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 35 . 13 14 15 16 17 • The title is displayed. 35 2 3 Press the [MENU] Button 19 .
Playback Mode Writing Printing Data on a Card (DPOF Setting) DPOF Setting Printing data (DPOF Settings), such as the number of images to be printed, can be written to the Card. “DPOF” means Digital Print Order Format. 1 Set the Mode Dial 38 to Picture Playback Mode. Protecting the Files on a Card (Lock Setting) Precious files recorded on a Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure. (Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted if the Card is formatted.
Playback Mode 3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 35 . 35 4 • A verification message appears. Select [YES] and press the [ENTER] Button 15 . • The selected file is deleted from the Card. • If [NO] is selected, the file selection is canceled. To Select and Delete All Files 1 Set [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [DELETE] >> [ALL FILES] >> [YES]. • It may not be able to use the Card formatted by this Camcorder on another unit. In this case, format the Card on the unit which will use the Card.
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 38 to Tape Playback Mode. 38 2 • When recording to tape, select the tape position before recording. The picture will be recorded to the tape position when the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed at Step 3. • Photoshot index signals are automatically recorded. • For other notes concerning this item, see page 59.
Editing Mode To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound When pausing the audio dubbing, set the [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu to [ST2] and you can check the pre-recorded sound. When the line input is used, you can dub audio while listening to the pre-recorded sound from the speaker. • For other notes concerning this item, see page 59. Copying on a VHS Cassette (Dubbing) After connecting the Camcorder and the VCR as illustrated, start the following procedures. VCR: 4 Start recording.
Editing Mode CAUTION: Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement. • For other notes concerning this item, see page 59. PC Connection With DV Interface Cable A video clip can be transferred directly to your PC (Personal Computer) via a DV Interface Cable (Optional) using products and software from a number of video editing software companies.
With a PC With a PC Using the Software with a Personal Computer An image stored on the DV Cassette or Memory Card can be transferred to your personal computer. Software Installation (For Windows) • If you have direct dial-up connection capability to the Internet, please down load the USB Driver and Video Stream Driver: http://www.panasonic.com/consumerdownloads 1 2 In order to download and install the Driver, go to http://www.panasonic.
With a PC • A message indicating a conflict between versions may be displayed during the installation. This will not cause a problem. Simply click [Yes] to proceed with the installation. 4 Windows 98SE Users The following messages may be displayed when connecting this Camcorder and your personal computer via USB Cable. Open [My Computer] and click [Removable Disk] 1 (For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users). Click [Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer] 2 and then [OK] (For Windows XP users).
With a PC To disconnect USB cable safely For Windows If USB Cable is disconnected while computer is on, error dialog may appear. In such case click [OK] and close the dialog box. By following the steps below you can disconnect the cable safely. 1 Double click the For Macintosh Removing the USB Cable safely for Macintosh icon in task tray. • Hardware disconnect dialog appears. 1 Drop the [NO_NAME] icon which appeared 2 3 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] 1 and click [Stop].
With a PC Using as a Web Camera If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to the other parties via the network. • Do not connect the USB Cable until the Video Stream Driver is installed. This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system. Please see chart below.
With a PC Connecting the Camcorder to Personal Computer (For Using as a Web Camera) 1 2 For Windows 98SE/Me Users: The following messages may be displayed when connecting this Camcorder and your personal computer via USB Cable. Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode. Set [CAMERA] or [PLAYBACK] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAMERA]. 1) The message “The file ‘kstvtune.ax’ on [Unknown] cannot be found...” is displayed. • Enter “C:\Windows\system” for Windows 98SE.
With a PC Setting up the Windows Messenger 6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly. 7 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera] menu. 8 Select [DVC] in the [Microphone] menu. 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 2 Type in your Sign-in name and password. • If you do not have your Sign-in name and password, click [Get one here]. 8 Confirm the [Panasonic DVC Web Camera Device] 1 is selected. 1 3 4 5 Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed. After the setup is completed, sign in and start the MSN Messenger. Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly. • For other information about MSN Messenger, please refer to Help.
With a PC • These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or define any terms. For this information, refer to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer. • Do not disconnect USB Cable while the operation light of Camcorder is on. It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer. • We recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source for the Camcorder when using USB Connection Kit.
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 in the 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. [TITLE]: This contains the data of the original titles (USR00001. TTL, etc.). • [DCIM], [IM01CDPF], [PRIVATE], [VTF], etc.
Others Others Indications Various functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen. : Remaining Battery Power • When the battery power becomes low, the Indication changes. When the battery is discharged completely, ( ) Indication flashes. the R0:45: Remaining Tape Time • Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.) Tape Recording Mode (p. 22) : Tape Playback Mode (p. 33) : Card Recording Mode (p.
Others 800 or more, less than 1 024 1 024 or more, less than 1 280 SXGA : 1 280 or more, less than 1 600 UXGA : 1 600 or more, less than 2 048 QXGA : 2 048 or more PICTURE (Cyan): Photoshot Mode PICTURE (Red): While Photoshot recording is activated PICTURE (Green): While the Card being read No Card (Still Picture Mode) PICTURE (Red): SVGA : XGA : To Change the Counter Display Mode By changing [C.
Others INCORRECT OPERATION: The Recording Start/Stop Button was pressed without connecting the USB cable to the PC in Picture Playback Mode. CANNOT USE USB CHANGE MODE: The USB cable is connected to the Camcorder in Card Recording Mode or Picture Playback Mode. CANNOT OPERATE: You are attempting to record pictures on a Card while connecting the USB cable to the Camcorder in Tape Recording/Playback Mode.
Others Quick Start Image Stabilizer Function • During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute amount of electricity is consumed. • When the Camcorder is left in the Recording Pause Mode for 5 minutes, it will be turned into the Quick Start Standby Mode. To turn the Camcorder on again, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and then set it to [ON] again. (The Quick Start Mode will be restored.
Others • The Cinema Mode and the Title Creation cannot be used simultaneously. • Using the Cinema Mode deactivates [MULTI] and [P-IN-P] of [EFFECT1]. • Depending on the software in use, the imported Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly. Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment • If any of the Program AE Modes are selected, you cannot adjust the shutter speed (p. 29) or iris (p. 30). • Using the MagicPix Function cancels any of the Program AE modes.
Others Playing Back Playing Back a Card Repeat Playback • If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the screen becomes white. • If you attempt to play back a file recorded in a different format or if file data is defective, the whole display becomes bluish and the [UNPLAYABLE CARD] Indication may appear as warning. • When playing back a picture recorded on other equipment, its size and that of this Camcorder may appear differently.
Others DPOF • Perform the DPOF Settings with your Camcorder. • Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little time. Wait until the Card Access Lamp goes out. Lock Setting • The Lock Setting carried out by this Camcorder is only effective for this Camcorder. • The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to the [LOCK] side, you cannot write to or format the Card. If it is moved back, you can.
Others When you use your Camcorder on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the Camcorder. • Sand or dust may damage the Camcorder or Cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing the Cassette.) Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Camcorder. • If the Camcorder is sprayed with such chemicals, the camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off.
Others Causes of Dirty Heads Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use • • • • Be sure to detach the Battery from the Camcorder. (If it is left attached to the Camcorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Camcorder power is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The Battery may become unusable after it is charged.
Others • Once every half year, wind the tape to the end and then rewind it to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, temperature and humidity changes may cause the Cassette to deform due to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound tape may stick to itself. • Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic substances or equipment. • The surface of tape is covered with extremely minute magnetic particles, upon which signals are recorded.
Others Pictures cannot be played back even when the [►] Button is pressed. Battery runs down quickly. Battery • Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the AC Adaptor. (p. 13) • Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold place? In cold places, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. (p. 61) • Has the Battery worn out? If the operating time is still too short even after the Battery is fully charged, the Battery has worn out.
Others Sounds cannot be played back. Playback (Sound) • Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is being played, is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] set to [ST2]? To play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing, [12bit AUDIO] must be set to [ST1]. (p. 41) • Is the Variable Speed Search Function working? Press the [►] Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function. (p. 34) Recorded pictures are not clear.
Others 1) Recording a subject whose one end is located closer to the Camcorder and the other end farther away from it • 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. 2) Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass • Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the subject behind the glass will not be focused.
Others Specifications Digital Camcorder Information for your safety Power Source: DC 7.2/7.8 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-DAC11-D AC Adaptor Call For Pricing LSJA0288 DC Cable Call For Pricing K2CB2C00014 AC Cable Call For Pricing CGR-D08A/1B 800 mAh/1 h 30 min, Battery Pack $69.95 CGR-D16A/1B 1 600 mAh/3 h, Battery Pack $99.95 CGP-D28A/1B 2 800 mAh/5 h, Battery Pack $129.95 CGR-D53A/1K 5 300 mAh/9 h, Battery Pack $229.95 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: 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. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N.
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 1 Inserción de una tarjeta de memoria Coloque la batería en el adaptador de CA y cárguela. 1 Usando su pulgar presione la perilla [OPEN▼] 1 y saque la pantalla LCD 2 en la dirección de la flecha. 2 1 • 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. • La lámpara [CHARGE] se enciende, y comienza la carga.
Others Grabación de una cinta 1 Ajuste el interruptor [OFF/ON] 1 a [ON]. • La lámpara [POWER] 2 se enciende. Reproducción de una cinta 1 Ajuste el interruptor [OFF/ON] 1 a [ON]. • La lámpara [POWER] 2 se enciende. 1 1 2 2 2 Gire el dial de modo a modo de grabación de cinta. 2 Gire el dial de modo a Modo de reproducción de cinta. 3 Presione el botón de inicio/parada de grabación. 3 Presione el botón [◄◄] para rebobinar la cinta. 4 Presione el botón [►] para comenzar la reproducción.
Others Index A L S AC Adaptor ..................... 13, 60 Audio Dubbing.......................41 Auto Focus ........................... 64 LCD Monitor ................... 16, 62 Limited Warranty ...................70 Lock Setting ......................... 39 Low Light Mode .................... 28 SD Memory Card (Optional) ...............................................51 Self-timer Recording .............24 Self Recording ......................24 Sepia Mode ...........................
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