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.com/contactinfo Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions PV-GS19 Models No.
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorders with the mark be used. The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.
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Trade Name : Panasonic Model No. : PV-GS19/PV-GS31/PV-GS35 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.
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...
Agreement. Upon such automatic termination, Licensee must destroy the Software and related documentation together with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s own expense. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
Differences between models This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PV-GS19, PV-GS31 and PV-GS35. The PV-GS35 is the model used for illustrative purposes. Features may vary, so please read carefully. Model Number PV-GS19 Battery Pack CGR-DU06 (Supplied)
Setting Date and Time ...24 Internal Lithium Battery Recharge ...24 LP Mode ...24 Audio Recording Mode ...24 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Mode About Recording ...25 Recording on a Tape ...25 Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot) ...26...
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Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing) ...42 PC Connection With DV Interface Cable ...43 With a PC Using Camcorder with a PC ...44 Using the USB Driver ...44 To disconnect USB cable safely ...46 Using as a Web Camera ...47 Using MotionDV STUDIO (PV-GS35 Only) ...52...
Only after the Cassette Holder is completely housed, close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using Inserting a Card Place your Thumb on the [OPEN ] Knob and pull the LCD Monitor direction of the arrow.
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Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. • Recording starts. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to pause the recording. Recording a Still Picture on Card (Photoshot) Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
(PV-GS35 Only) (p. 14) 5) Shoulder Strap (p. 17) 6) USB Cable and CD-ROM (PV-GS35 Only) (pp. 44, 46, 49, 54) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using Parts Identification and Handling Camcorder K2CA2CA00025 LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN ] (p.
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Grip Belt (p. 16) Battery Eject Switch [BATTERY RELEASE] (p. 15) Tripod Receptacle • This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the Operating Instructions for how to attach the tripod to the Camcorder.) •...
Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Control. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using • When the button-type battery is exhausted, replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about 1 year.
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. Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it.
How to remove the Sensor tag Detach the end of the Grip Belt. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using 1 h 40 min. 1 h 45 min. (1 h 25 min.) 55 min.
• Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way. Inserting a Cassette • Please use Genuine Panasonic DVC Tapes for more information please contact your local dealer or visit www.panasonic.com.
Cover. • The Camcorder may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using to open the Card Slot...
: PC Mode Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to your Personal Computer. You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer. How to Use the Joystick Control...
Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. Pull the Viewfi nder. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob p.
Press the [MENU] Button About the Menu Mode Setting The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off. However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Camcorder, the selected setup may when the Menu not be retained.
CLOCK SET] Date and Time Setting (p. 24) ADVANCE] Advance Setup Sub-Menu PICT.QUALITY] Picture Quality (p. 26) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using Button. ) and Setup Sub-Menu to exit the Français...
] or [--] is indicated when the Camcorder is turned on, the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. • After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium battery •...
R E C O R D the lower right of the screen. Move the Joystick Control [ ] • The [ the Camcorder resumes the Recording Pause Mode. 3 h 5 9 m 5 9 s 2 9 f R 2 : 0 0...
Set the [OFF/ON] Switch • The [POWER] Lamp Set the Mode Dial Mode. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Mode ADVANCE] >> [ 3 h 5 9 m 5 9 s 2 9 f...
Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory card (optional) PICTURE QUALITY (High) 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 1 760 512 MB 3 520 1 GB 7 040 • The numbers shown in the table are approximations. •...
• If the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot is set, the maximum recordable pictures are recorded. (p. 27) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Mode • For other notes concerning this item, see page 60.
This function is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1× to 24× (PV-GS19) / 26× (PV-GS31)/ 30× (PV-GS35) magnification. With the Digital Zoom Function, you can select a magnification from 50×...
• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. Press the Joystick Control the One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower right of the screen. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Mode to select [One-Touch Navigation icon] •...
Soft-Skin Mode 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. •...
Move the Joystick Control [ ] or [ ] select a desired White Balance Mode. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Mode 1) Automatic White Balance Adjustment [ 2) Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent...
R 2 : 0 0 1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 A M J A N 2 0 0 5 Point the Camcorder at a full-screen white subject. Move the Joystick Control [ ] ] Indication stops fl ashing.
[MANUAL]. • The [ ] Indication and the One-Touch Navigation icon appears. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording Mode [One-Touch Navigation icon] until the 3 h 5 9 m 5 9 s 2 9 f...
Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording. Set the [OFF/ON] Switch • The [POWER] Lamp lights up. Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen.
When the [ ] Button is pressed, Slow Motion Playback proceeds in the forward direction. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Playback Mode Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are played back at approximately 1/5th of the normal speed.
Playing Back a Memory Card It plays back files recorded on a Card. Set the [OFF/ON] Switch • The [POWER] Lamp lights up. Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen. [One-Touch Navigation icon] Start Playback.
• If [NO] is selected, the file selection is canceled. To Select and Delete All Files Move the Joystick Control [ ] For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Playback Mode [One-Touch Navigation icon] to select •...
• It may not be possible to use a Card formatted by this Camcorder on another unit. In this case, format the Card on the unit which will use the Card. Make sure that valuable pictures are stored on your PC before proceeding.
• Check the TV’s input setting (input switch). (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Playback Mode [VIDEO IN] • For other notes concerning this item, see page 63.
Control to stop audio dubbing. To Cancel Audio Dubbing Press the [ The Camcorder is in the Still Playback Mode again. Before Recording with Audio Dubbing • Set to Tape Recording Mode • When you want to preserve the original sound taken during recording, set [ AUDIO REC] >>...
Playback Mode. Select the input channel on the TV set and recorder. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Editing Mode • For more information, refer to the operating • When you do not need functional indications or date...
Terminal. REC STDBY] >> • During Camcorder playback, do not disconnect the DV Interface Cable or turn the Camcorder off as this may cause a PC hang-up error. 3 h 5 9 m 5 9 s 2 9 f • 1394 (i.LINK) Interface must conform to OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface Specification).
• Setup window will disappear when the installation is complete. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo With a PC • If a window does not appear automatically, click the “Start”...
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Driver Feature PV-GS35 Only Please install USB Driver first before connecting the Camcorder to your personal computer with the USB Cable only if you have Windows 98SE OS. • If your computer has Windows Me/2000/XP, the USB Driver is not required to be installed.
Windows Explorer] Windows XP users). [Windows 98SE/Me/2000] For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo With a PC • After the USB Driver is installed and USB • You can view images stored on the Memory Card •...
The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of the Camcorder. Windows XP/2000: • When the Camcorder is in PC Mode: [USB Mass Storage Device] or [Matshita DVC USB Device] Windows Me: • When the Camcorder is in PC Mode: [USB Disk] or [Matshita DVC] •...
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• If you are connected to the Internet through a firewall or a router, proper communication will not be possible. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo With a PC Installing the Video Stream Driver PV-GS35 Only •...
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For PV-GS19/PV-GS31 • For Windows XP users, the USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in OS. • If you have direct dial-up connection capability to the Internet, please download the Video Stream Driver. In order to download and install the Video Stream Driver, go to http://www.panasonic.com/consumerdownloads...
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XP, the other parties via the network have to use MSN Messenger on an OS other than Windows XP. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo With a PC • If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the •...
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• When access is finished, close Windows Messenger, then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the USB Cable. • If the Camcorder is used as Web Camera continuously for two hours, the communication is automatically shut OFF. In this case, restart Windows Messenger and set up the communication again.
CPU: Intel Pentium III 700 MHz or higher/AMD Athlon 1 GHz or higher (including compatible CPU) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo With a PC Graphic display: High Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended) Desktop resolution of 1 024 ×...
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If you wish to capture data from a tape, set the Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode and insert the tape. If you wish to capture images from the lens of the Camcorder, set the Camcorder to the Tape Recording Mode and remove the tape and the card. With USB (supplied)
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Controller] and then click [Next]. Click [Finish]. • The update of the driver is completed. Connect the Camcorder. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo With a PC Connecting the Camcorder to a personal computer Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode.
English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well. • In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Jack is referred to as Camcorder. • These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or define any terms.
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Camcorder, Personal Computer or others. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo With a PC...
Web Camera Mode (Recording) (p. 49) Web Camera Mode (Playback) (p. 49) [640 × 480] Image size • For images not recorded with this Camcorder, the size display is determined as follows according to the number of horizontal pixels. 640 or more, less than 800 (The size is not displayed at under 640 pixels.)
USB Cable or the DV Cable with the Camcorder or when the Camcorder is in the PC Mode. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Initializing the Modes You can change the Menu settings back to the shipping condition.
SCENE MODE] when Light is on. Notes and Hints Concerning the Power Supply • When the Camcorder has been used for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction. • If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.
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We also recommend using it in a bright place to obtain high quality images. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Quick Start • During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute amount of electricity is consumed.
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- When the digital zoom is used - When a conversion lens is used - When recording is done in an extremely dark place - When the Camcorder is shaken greatly - When you record a moving subject while tracking it Fade In/Fade Out Functions •...
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• Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the color and brightness of the playback image may change. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others • When recording in the extremely bright place, the color of the screen may change or flickers.
Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.). • If you use the Camcorder on or near a TV, images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use near a cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.
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• When using the AC Adaptor, it may generate whirring sounds. However, this is normal. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others • After use, be sure to pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack.
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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...
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However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to the normal brightness. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 105,000 pixels.
• Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully charged battery. • The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the Camcorder still cannot be used, the battery is faulty. The Camcorder power is turned off automatically.
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• Is the volume too low? During playback, push the [– / VOL +] lever to display the volume indication and adjust it. (p. 35) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.
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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. (p. 65) • If the terminal for the AV cable is soiled, noises may appear on the screen.
However, the Auto Focus System does not function properly for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.
16 bit (48 kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4ch) Image Sensor: 1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor Lens: Auto Iris, F1.8, Focal Length; 2.1-50.4 mm (PV-GS19) / 1.9-49.4 mm (PV-GS31) / 1.9-57 mm (PV-GS35), Macro (Full Range AF) Filter Diameter: 30.5 mm Zoom:...
RP-SD032BPPA BN-SDCAPE/1B BN-SDABPE/1B PV-HB002 • Please refer to page 73, when placing an order. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Figure AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables 640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion...
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR CAMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE CALL PANASONIC’ S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE Others Price Each Your State &...
Request for Service Notice: Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others In the unlikely event this product needs service.
Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home Service For Carry-In, Mail-In or In-Home Service (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”). Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Accessory Purchases...
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 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 La etiqueta de régimen está...
Sólo después de que el soporte de cassette esté completamente guardado, cierre la cubierta del compartimiento del cassette presionando la marca For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Others Inserción de una tarjeta de memoria Cómo utilizar el visor...
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Ajuste el selector de modo en modo de grabación de cinta. Presione el botón de inicio/parada de grabación. • Comienza la grabación. Presione el botón de inicio/parada de grabación nuevamente para detener la grabación. Grabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta (Photoshot) Ajuste el selector de modo en modo de grabación de tarjeta.
Formatting a Card ...39 F Number...34 Iris ...34 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”), Division of Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Joystick Control ...19...
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