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Panasonic PV-GS50S Operating Instructions Manual

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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 USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Model No.
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PV-GS50
PV-GS50-K
LSQT0672A
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca LSQT0672A...

  • Page 2: Things You Should Know

    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 Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS50 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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 ≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN Precautions TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly USE & LOCATION moved from a cold place to a warm place, ≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your moisture may form on the tape and inside the Palmcorder and power supply should not be unit.
  • Page 6 Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, SD Viewer and DV STUDIO) You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
  • Page 7 Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following. G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT WHICH CONSTITUTES YOUR AGREEMENT AS END USER FOR THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN THAT PACKAGE.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Using VCR Mode Standard Accessories ..........10 Playing Back ............42 Quick Guide ............12 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back .....43 To View the Playback Picture ......12 Slow Motion Playback..........44 Controls and Components ........13 Still Playback/Still Advance Playback ....44 Remote Controller..........15 Finding the End of a Recording Power Supply............18...
  • Page 9 Before Use CAMERA Special Features Others Others Indications............80 Initializing the Modes ...........83 Warning/Alarm Indications ........83 Notes & Precautions ..........84 Cautions for Use ..........92 Explanation of Terms ...........95 Specifications............97 Palmcorder Accessory System ......98 Palmcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)........99 Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions).......100 Request for Service Notice (USA Only) .....103 Limited Warranty (For USA Customers) ....104...

  • Page 10: Before Using

    Before Using Standard Accessories Illustrated on the left are accessories packaged with the Palmcorder. 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (l 18) ≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder. CAUTION: PV-DAC13 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.
  • Page 11 ≥Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well. ≥In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB VFA0397 Terminal is referred to as Palmcorder.

  • Page 12: Quick Guide

    Quick Guide Charge the Battery. (l 18) ≥Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and plug it into the AC Wall Outlet. ≥Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. (This will start the charging process.) ≥The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and charging starts.

  • Page 13: Controls And Components

    Before Use Controls and Components 1) LCD Monitor (l 21, 95) ......................≥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.
  • Page 14 26) Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] (l 29) 27) Quick Start Recording Lamp (l 29) 28) Recording Start/Stop Button (l 28, 55) 29) Off/On Mode Selector Switch [OFF/ON/MODE] (l 20, 28, 42) 30) Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD PB] (l 22, 28, 42, 56) 31) Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 28, 35, 37) 32) Shoulder Strap Holders (l 20)

  • Page 15: Remote Controller

    Before Use Remote Controller Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Palmcorder, most of the Palmcorder functions can be operated from START/ PHOTO DATE/ STOP TIME SHOT a distance. COUNTER RESET TITLE ZOOM Remote Controller Buttons MULTI/ A.DUB P-IN-P ¥...

  • Page 16: Magicwire Remote Control With Narration Mic

    Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor......................Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.

  • Page 17: Using The Remote Controller

    Before Use ª Using the Remote Controller Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor on the Palmcorder and press the desired button. ≥Distance from the Palmcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters) ≥Angle: Approximately 15o in the vertical and horizontal 15˚...

  • Page 18: Power Supply

    Power Supply ª Using the AC Adaptor Insert the battery-shaped connector of the DC Cable into the Battery Holder on the Palmcorder. Connect the DC Cable to the [DC OUT] Jack on the AC Adaptor. Connect the AC Adaptor and AC Cable. ≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug cannot be pushed fully into the AC Adaptor Jack.

  • Page 19: Lens Cap And Easy-Grip Strap

    Before Use Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap ª Attach the Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Lens Cap. Then pass the other end through the loop made by itself and pull tight.

  • Page 20: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going outdoors to record so as to avoid dropping the Palmcorder. Pass the tip of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holders on the Palmcorder and pull the Shoulder Strap.

  • Page 21: Using The Viewfinder

    Before Use Using the Viewfinder Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. Pull the Viewfinder. Adjust the Viewfinder by sliding the Eyepiece Corrector Knob Using the LCD Monitor With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it.

  • Page 22: Using The Menu Screen

    Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setting, this 2, 3, 4, 5 Palmcorder displays various function settings on menus. 1, 2 Press the [MENU] Button. W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH ≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the MF / VOL / JOG [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch is displayed.

  • Page 23: List Of Menus

    Before Use List of Menus The illustrations of the Menus are for explanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus. Camera Mode Main-Menu [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] [CAMERA SETUP] Sub-Menu CAMERA SETUP 1) Auto Exposure Mode [PROG.AE] (l 35) OFF 5 PROG.AE Ω...
  • Page 24 [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu 24) Date and Time Indication [DATE/TIME] (l 83) DISPLAY SETUP 25) Counter Display Mode [C.DISPLAY] (l 83) DATE/TIME OFF D/T DATE C.DISPLAY COUNTER MEMORY 26) Counter Reset [C.RESET] (l 96) TIMECODE C.RESET ---- YES ≥Set the counter value to zero. However, it cannot reset the DISPLAY ALL PARTIAL OFF LCD MODE...
  • Page 25 Before Use VCR Mode Main-Menu [VCR FUNCTIONS] [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS 1) Blank Search [BLANK SEARCH] (l 45) BLANK SEARCH ---- YES RECORD TO CARD ---- YES SEARCH PHOTO SCENE 2) Recording to Card [RECORD TO CARD] (l 54) 12bit AUDIO ST1 ST2 MIX...
  • Page 26 Card Playback Mode Main-Menu [CARD FUNCTIONS] [DELETE CARD FILE] Sub-Menu DELETE CARD FILE 1) Selecting and deleting a File [DELETE FILE BY SELECTION] 1.DELETE FILE BY SELECTION (l 64) 2.DELETE ALL FILES 3.DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION 2) Deleting All Files [DELETE ALL FILES] (l 64) 3) Selecting and Deleting a Title [DELETE TITLE BY SELECTION] RETURN ---- YES...

  • Page 27: Setting Date And Time

    Before Use Setting Date and Time CLOCK SET Press the [MENU] Button and rotate the [PUSH] Dial YEAR :2003 MONTH :OCT to select [OTHER FUNCTIONS] >> [CLOCK SET] >> HOUR : 8PM MINUTE:46 [YES]. Rotate and press the [PUSH] Dial to select [YEAR]/ PUSH MENU TO RETURN [MONTH]/[DAY]/[HOUR]/[MINUTE] and set it to a 1, 3...

  • Page 28: Camera Mode

    CAMERA Mode CARD CARD TAPE Recording MODE AUTO MANUAL Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON]. FOCUS ≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up. Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector towards [TAPE]. Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. ≥Recording starts. ≥After the [RECORD] indicator is displayed, it changes to [REC].

  • Page 29: Quick Start

    CAMERA ª To add a Sound while Recording With the supplied MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic connected to the [REMOTE] Jack, you can add a narration while recording is in progress. While the [TALK] Button is pressed, the [ ] Indication is displayed and the sound is recorded from [MIC] ≥While the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does...

  • Page 30: Self-Timer Recording

    Self-timer Recording When you set the self-timer, the still pictures are automatically taken W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH after 10 seconds, on the Cassette and the Memory Card. MF / VOL / JOG Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> PHOTO SHOT [SELF TIMER] >>...

  • Page 31: Zoom In/Out Functions

    CAMERA Zoom In/Out Functions The Zoom Function can be used to record objects close by or to achieve a wide-angle shot. For wide-angle shots (zoom out): Press the [W/T] zoom lever towards [W]. For close-ups (zoom in): Press the [W/T] zoom lever towards [T]. ≥Zoom magnification is displayed for a few seconds.

  • Page 32: Digital Electronic Image Stabilizer Function

    Digital Electronic Image Stabilizer Function W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH If you are recording in unstable situations and the Palmcorder is MF / VOL / JOG shaky, you can use this function to correct for camera shake in these PHOTO SHOT images.

  • Page 33: Cinema Function

    CAMERA Cinema Function W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH This function is for recording in a cinema-like wide screen. MF / VOL / JOG Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON]. ≥Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen. To Cancel the Cinema Mode Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 34: Magicpix Function

    MagicPix Function This function allows you to record color images brightly in a dark place without using a light. Press the [MAGICPIX] Button until the [MAGICPIX] Indication appears. 0 Lux MagicPix Function Using the LCD Monitor light, a dark scene of almost 0 lux can be recorded.

  • Page 35: Recording In Special Situations (Program Ae)

    CAMERA Recording in Special Situations (Program AE) Select optimal automatic exposures under specific recording W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH situations. MF / VOL / JOG Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication appears. Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [CAMERA SETUP] >> AUTO MANUAL Ω...

  • Page 36: Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

    Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Useful for recording fast-moving subjects. W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS 2, 3 PUSH MF / VOL / JOG Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication appears. Press the [PUSH] Dial repeatedly until the shutter AUTO speed Indication appears.

  • Page 37: Manual Focus Adjustment

    CAMERA Manual Focus Adjustment Focus can be adjusted manually for recording in a situation where W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH MF / VOL / JOG auto focus may not function well. Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL]. ≥The [MNL] Indication appears.

  • Page 38: Adjusting White Balance Manually

    Adjusting White Balance Manually When the Auto White Balance Adjustment function does not operate 2, 3, 4 suitably under the existing light conditions, use the Manual White W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS Balance Adjustment mode. PUSH MF / VOL / JOG Set the Mode Selector Switch to [MANUAL].

  • Page 39: Digital Effect Functions

    CAMERA Digital Effect Functions This Palmcorder is equipped with digital effect functions that add 1) MULTI 2) P-IN-P special effects to the scene. Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1] 1) [MULTI] Multi-Picture Mode 2) [P-IN-P] Picture-in-Picture Mode 3) [WIPE] Wipe Mode 3) WIPE 4) MIX 4) [MIX] Mix Mode 5) [STROBE] Strobe Mode...
  • Page 40 ª Wipe Mode and Mix Mode 1, 2 Wipe Mode: Like a curtain being pulled, the still picture of the last recorded scene W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH gradually changes to the moving image of a new scene. MF / VOL / JOG Mix Mode: While the moving image of a new scene fades in, the still image of the last recorded scene gradually fades out.

  • Page 41: Multi-Picture Mode

    CAMERA ª Multi-Picture Mode Strobe Multi-Picture Mode PHOTO 1, 2 You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures. SHOT Manual Multi-Picture Mode W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH MF / VOL / JOG You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures. After setting [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 42: Vcr Mode

    VCR Mode W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH Playing Back MF / VOL / JOG The recorded scene can be played back immediately after recording. Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Palmcorder in the VCR Mode. ≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up. Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape.

  • Page 43: Finding A Scene You Want To Play Back

    Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back ª Cue/Review Playback W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH MF / VOL / JOG Cue Playback Press the [5] Button during playback. Review Playback Press the [6] Button during playback. ≥If the Button is held continuously, it remains as Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it.

  • Page 44: Slow Motion Playback

    Slow Motion Playback This Palmcorder can play back at a slow speed. Press the [1] Button. Press the [E] Button or the [D] Button on the Remote START/ PHOTO DATE/ STOP Controller. TIME SHOT ≥When the [ ] Button is pressed, Slow Motion Playback COUNTER RESET TITLE...

  • Page 45: Finding The End Of A Recording

    Finding the End of a Recording (Blank Search Function) W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS The Blank Search Function helps you to locate the end of a PUSH MF / VOL / JOG recording on the Cassette quickly. Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 46: Index Search Functions

    Index Search Functions To facilitate searching of desired scene, this Palmcorder W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH MF / VOL / JOG automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following. PhotoShot Index Signal These signals are automatically recorded whenever still pictures are taken in PhotoShot Mode (l 30).

  • Page 47: Playback Digital Effect Functions

    Playback Digital Effect Functions During playback, special Digital Effects can be added to the Recording. The digital effects that may be applied in the process of recording (except Picture in Picture Mode) will be the same as these START/ DATE/ PHOTO added effects.

  • Page 48: Playing Back With Multi-Picture Mode

    ª Playing Back with Multi-Picture Mode Strobe Multi-Picture Mode [STROBE] W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS 1, 2 You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures from playback images. PUSH MF / VOL / JOG Manual Multi-Picture Mode [MANUAL] Selecting a desired still picture one at a time, you can capture 9 still pictures.

  • Page 49: Playing Back On Your Tv

    To Delete Multi-Pictures one by one (When Pictures have been captured in Manual Mode) W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH MF / VOL / JOG When the [MULTI] Button is pressed for 1 second or longer while the still pictures are displayed, the picture that was captured last is deleted.

  • Page 50: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing You can add music or narration to the recorded Cassette. 1, 2 W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH ≥If you perform audio dubbing onto a tape that was recorded with MF / VOL / JOG [AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu set to [16bit], the original sound is erased.

  • Page 51: Special Features

    An SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard can be used to record files or play back files. ≥Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only. ª Inserting a Memory Card Before inserting a Memory Card, be sure to turn off the Palmcorder.

  • Page 52: Recording On The Memory Card

    Recording on the Memory Card 3 kinds of data can be recorded by selecting with the [TAPE/CARD/ 3, 4 CARD MODE] Selector. When recording a still picture, slide the PHOTO 1, 2 SHOT [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector until the [PICTURE] Indication 1, 2 appears (Card PhotoShot), when recording a moving picture, slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector until the [MPEG4]...
  • Page 53 Special Features Recording from other equipment (CAMERA Mode) Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] or [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> PHOTO [CARD SETUP] >> [PICTURE QUALITY] >> a desired SHOT 2, 3 picture quality. Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to CARD CARD TAPE MODE [CARD]. Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears.
  • Page 54 ª Automatically copying still pictures recorded on a cassette The Palmcorder copies images automatically, referring to Photo W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS Index signals. PUSH MF / VOL / JOG After setting the Palmcorder to the VCR Mode (l 42)..Set the Palmcorder to Still Playback Mode just before the point where picture transfer is to commence.
  • Page 55 Special Features ª Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) You can record moving pictures on a Memory Card for e-mailing. 1, 2 The recorded data can be also played back on a computer with CARD CARD TAPE MODE Windows Media Player. Recording from the Palmcorder Lens (Camera Mode) W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to...

  • Page 56: Playing Back Files From The Memory Card

    Playing Back Files from the Memory Card You can play back files recorded on a Card. CARD CARD TAPE MODE ≥When you set the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode, the card contents are displayed to inform you of the type of data (still picture, moving picture and/or voice data) recorded on the Card.
  • Page 57 Special Features ª Playing back Voice recordings Playing back 5: (Stop Mode) To the beginning of the next file. (Playback Mode) To the beginning of the next file and start playback. (Pause Mode) To the beginning of the next file and turns to Stop Mode.
  • Page 58 ª To Select a Desired File and Play it Back After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode 4, 5, 1, (l 56)..Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH MF / VOL / JOG [CARD].

  • Page 59: Copying Pictures From A Memory Card To A Cassette

    Special Features Copying Pictures from a Memory Card to a Cassette PHOTO SHOT After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode (l 56)..CARD CARD TAPE MODE To Copy One Picture Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [TAPE]. Display a desired picture on a Memory Card. ≥Please refer to “To select a Desired File and Play it Back”.

  • Page 60: Slide Show

    Slide Show The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Slide Show. You can set up a Slide Show or change the content. 1, 2, 3 To Select Pictures to Play Back in Slide Show W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >>...

  • Page 61: Creating A Title

    Special Features Creating a Title 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 You can create a title and record on a Memory Card. Camera Mode: W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to MF / VOL / JOG [CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears.

  • Page 62: Inserting A Title

    Inserting a Title You can select one of your original titles and display it. (It can be W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS 3, 4 PUSH displayed in Camera Mode, VCR Mode, and Card Playback Mode.) MF / VOL / JOG Press the [TITLE] Button.

  • Page 63: Protecting The Files On A Memory Card From Accidental Erasure (File Lock)

    Special Features Protecting the Files on a Memory Card from Accidental Erasure 1, 2, 3 (File Lock) Precious files recorded on a Memory Card can be locked to prevent W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH accidental erasure. (Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted MF / VOL / JOG when the Memory Card is formatted.) After setting the Palmcorder to the Card Playback Mode...

  • Page 64: Deleting The Files Recorded On A Memory Card

    Deleting the Files Recorded on a Memory Card Using the Palmcorder, you can delete the still picture files and titles PHOTO SHOT recorded on a Memory Card. After the file is deleted, it cannot be restored. At first, slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD] to select the type of data to be erased.

  • Page 65: Formatting A Memory Card

    Special Features Formatting a Memory Card 1, 2 If a Memory Card becomes unreadable by the Palmcorder, formatting it may make it reusable. Formatting will delete all the data W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS PUSH MF / VOL / JOG recorded on a Memory Card.

  • Page 66: Copying Your Dv Cassette To An S-Vhs Or Vhs Cassette (Dubbing)

    Copying your DV Cassette to an S-VHS or VHS Cassette (Dubbing) 2, 4, 5 After connecting the Palmcorder and the S-Video, Video and 3, 6 Audio Input Jacks of the VCR as illustrated on the left, start the following procedure. ≥Be sure to press the [OSD] Button on the Remote Controller before copying so that no indications are left visible.

  • Page 67: Using Your Palmcorder With Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing)

    Special Features Using your Palmcorder with Digital Video Equipment (Dubbing) 1, 3 By connecting this Palmcorder with other digital video equipment (such as another Palmcorder of the same format/model) that has a DV input/output terminal, and using a 4-pin to 4-pin DV Interface cable PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (optional) , high quality images and sounds can be dubbed in the digital mode.

  • Page 68: Using The Software With A Computer

    Using the Software with a Computer An image stored on the DV Cassette can be transferred to your Personal Computer. ª Software Installation (Windows) Turn on Computer and start up Windows. VFA0397 Insert supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. ≥[Setup Menu] appears.

  • Page 69: Installing Usb Driver

    Special Features Installing USB Driver Please install USB Driver first before connecting the Palmcorder to your Personal Computer with the USB Connection Cable. Turn on the Personal Computer and start up Windows. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive. ≥Quit all applications.

  • Page 70: Connecting Computer And Palmcorder

    Connecting Computer and Palmcorder Install USB Driver before connecting. 1, 3 Never connect the USB Connecting Cable until the USB Driver is installed. Before making these connections, turn off all devices which are to be connected. Install the supplied USB Driver. Insert memory card into Palmcorder, then set card playback mode.

  • Page 71: Using As A Web Camera

    Special Features Using as a Web Camera If the Palmcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video from the Palmcorder to the other parties via the network. 1, 3 Audio may also be exchanged if the personal computer is configured accordingly.
  • Page 72 ≥Please refer to the HELP file of the Windows NetMeeting for understanding its operation. ≥During set up, if [Primary video capture device] selection screen is displayed, [Panasonic DVC Web Camera] is selected. ≥Send the sound by using the microphone attached to the Personal Computer.

  • Page 73: Using The Dv Studio 3.1E-Se

    4.0 or later is required. Please install Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 from the supplied CD-ROM. ≥Before using for the first time, select [Readme] from [Start] >> [All programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV STUDIO3], and read any supplementary details or updates. ª Installation of DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 74: Using The G.726 Audio Decoder

    USB Connection Cable. Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3] >> [DV Studio3]. ≥If a shortcut icon has been created on the desktop during installation, it is also possible to start by double-clicking on the icon.

  • Page 75: Using The Arcsoft Software

    Special Features Using the ArcSoft Software There are 4 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package. Panorama Maker 3.0 (Windows, Mac) ≥Easy-to-use photo-stitching program seamlessly combines multiple photos into a single panoramic picture. PhotoBase 4.0 (Windows), PhotoBase 2.0 (Mac) ≥Create albums of image, video, audio, and other electronic files for easy viewing, retrieval, and management.

  • Page 76: Software Installation (Macintosh)

    ª Installation of ArcSoft Software Suite Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive. Select the software to be installed from [Setup Menu]. Select the desired language on the [Choose Setup Language] dialogue, and click [OK]. ≥Installation begins. ≥After reading the displayed contents, please carry out the installation according to instructions.

  • Page 77: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely

    “COM” will differ depending on the operating environment of your personal computer.) (When the Palmcorder is in Card Playback Mode:) [Panasonic DVC USB Driver] or [Panasonic DV DISK Port Driver] Windows Me: [Panasonic DVC Port Driver Version 2.0] ≥Some OS, such as Windows 98SE, may not show the icon indicating that you may safely disconnect in task tray.

  • Page 78: Notes

    ≥When the Palmcorder is switched to the Card delete [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver Playback Mode while it is connected to the (COM X)] (or [Panasonic Serial USB Driver]) personal computer, “PC ACCESSING” is displayed from [Device Manager]. on the Palmcorder and the operation mode of the Set the Palmcorder to Card Playback Mode and Palmcorder cannot be switched.
  • Page 79 Special Features ª About the compatibility of the card [PRL001]: MPEG4 moving picture is recorded in ASF format (MOL001.ASF etc.). files It can be played back with Windows Data files recorded on an “SD Memory Card” or a Media Player (ver.6.4 and later). “MultiMediaCard”...

  • Page 80: Indications

    0h00m00s00f R0:45 INDEX CINEMA D.ZOOM P-IN-P NEGA 7) Index ≥For several seconds while index signals are Others being recorded, the [SCENE INDEX] Indication flashes. (l 46) Indications Search Number [S1] (l 46) ≥The figure indicates which number of scenes Various functions and Palmcorder conditions are ahead from the present scene is to be played displayed on the screen.
  • Page 81 Others ª 1/500 F2.4 MAGICPIX VOLUME 5:30:45PM OCT 1 2003 WIND CUT Z.MIC 10) Sound Volume 12) Recording Mode ≥Use this indication to adjust the volume of ≥AUTO: This appears when Mode Selector playback sound from the built-in speaker or Switch is set to [AUTO].
  • Page 82 PICTURE SLIDE! 100-0012 µ F 15 640 PICTURE 20) File Type Display [PICTURE/MPEG4/VOICE/ 24) Card File Indications 3 (Camera Mode) ≥MPEG4 Picture Quality [ , TITLE] (l 56, 61) ≥Card PhotoShot picture quality [F/N/E] 21) Folder-File Number (l 57) 22) Card File Indications 1 (CARD PB Mode) (l 53) ≥SLIDE!: Slide Show Playback (l 60)

  • Page 83: Initializing The Modes

    Others ª Changing the Counter Display Mode Y TAPE NOT INSERTED: No Cassette is inserted. (l 20) By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the X LOW BATTERY MODE: [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu, you can change the The Battery is low. Recharge it. Counter Display Mode to Tape Counter Indication (l 18) (0:00.00), Memory Counter Indication (M0:00.00), The internal lithium battery is low.

  • Page 84: Notes & Precautions

    FILE LOCKED: When you are attempting to delete a DISCONNECT USB CABLE: locked picture. The locked picture You are pressing the Recording cannot be deleted. Start/Stop Button, the WRITE PROTECTED: [PHOTO SHOT] Button or the When you are attempting to write [TITLE] Button in the WEB the data on an SD Memory Card CAMERA Mode.
  • Page 85 Others ª Camera Search ª Progressive PhotoShot Function (l 28) ≥In Camera Search Mode, images may contain (l 30) mosaic-like noise patterns. This is a phenomenon ≥The still pictures are recorded at a slightly that is characteristic of digital video and not a rewound point from where you press the malfunction.
  • Page 86 ª Electronic Image Stabilizer Function ≥The shutter speed cannot be adjusted. ≥The Program AE or Digital Effect Modes in (l 32) [EFFECT1] cannot be set. ≥Under conditions of dim lighting, the Electronic ≥The Image Stabilizer does not function. Image Stabilizer Function will not operate ≥When recording with the MagicPix Function, using correctly.
  • Page 87 Others ª Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment ª Digital Effect Functions (Camera Mode) (l 36) (l 39) ≥You may see vertical lines of light in the playback ≥It is not possible to use [MULTI], [P-IN-P], [WIPE], image of a brightly shining subject or highly [MIX] or [TRAIL] of [EFFECT1] together with the reflective subject.
  • Page 88 ª Listening to Playback Sound ª Playback Digital Effect Functions Through Headphones (l 47) ≥Revised signals of images to which digital effects If you want to listen to the playback sound of a tape through headphones, set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/ are added during playback cannot be output from OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OUT/PHONES] and the DV Terminal or Digital Still Picture Terminal.
  • Page 89 Others ª Recording on a Card (l 52 – 55) RapidFire Consecutive Still Shots (l 53) ≥Do not touch the connector terminal located on the ≥When the [BURST MODE] is set to [ H], the back of the card. [PROGRESSIVE] is automatically set to [OFF], ≥Wide images cannot be recorded on the Memory and when [ L], the [PROGRESSIVE] is set to...
  • Page 90 ≥The following functions are disabled. ≥MPEG4 data or Voice data will not be output from ≥Self-timer (l 30) DV Terminal. ≥Zoom Microphone Function (l 31) ≥MPEG4 data cannot perform Cue/Review ≥Digital Zoom (l 31) Playback, Slow Motion Playback (forward direction ≥Fade In/Out Function (l 32) and reverse direction), Still Advance Playback ≥Digital Effect Functions (l 39)
  • Page 91 Others ª Copying Pictures from a Memory ª Formatting a Memory Card (l 65) ≥Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted Card to a Cassette (l 59) when the Memory Card is formatted. ≥When recording the Card Image on a Tape, its ≥It may not be possible to use a Card which was size is transformed into 720k576 according to the formatted using this Palmcorder on another unit.

  • Page 92: Cautions For Use

    Cautions for Use When you use your Palmcorder on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get ª After Use into the Palmcorder. Take out the Cassette. (l 20) ≥Sand or dust may damage the Palmcorder or Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to Cassette.
  • Page 93 ≥In extremely cold places, condensation may freeze service center. Please consult a distributor or and form frost. In this case, the frost melts first, Panasonic Servicenter. thus forming condensation, and then it takes ≥Video head cleaners can be purchased from another 2 to 3 hours to eliminate the condensation.

  • Page 94: Optimal Use Of The Battery

    ª Optimal Use of the Battery ≥Store the Battery in a completely discharged state. To store the Battery for a long period of time, we Battery Characteristics recommend you charge it once every year and This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its store it again after you completely use up the ability to generate power is based upon the charged capacity.

  • Page 95: Explanation Of Terms

    Others ª LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Explanation of Terms LCD Monitor ª Digital Video System ≥In a place with drastic temperature changes, In a digital video system, images and sounds are condensation may take place on the LCD Monitor. converted into digital signals and recorded on a Wipe it with soft dry cloth.

  • Page 96: White Balance Adjustment

    ≥When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette is 4) Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly inserted, the Time Code automatically starts from reflective objects zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted, the Time ≥Because the Palmcorder focuses on the Code picks up from the point where the last scene objects with glossy surfaces or on highly...

  • Page 97: Specifications

    Others Specifications Card Memory Functions Recording Media: SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard Digital Palmcorder Information for your safety Image Compression: JPEG Video Compression: MPEG4 Power Source: DC 7.9/7.2 V Sound Compression: G.726 Power Consumption: Recording 5.0 W Maximum Number of pictures that can be recorded on the supplied SD Memory Card Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use...

  • Page 98: Palmcorder Accessory System

    Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory# Figure Description AC Adaptor with AC Cable PV-DAC13 and DC Cable 1360mAh/Rechargeable *CGA-DU14 Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2040mAh/Rechargeable *CGA-DU21 Lithium Ion Battery Pack PV-DDC9 (For USA) DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) (4-pin to 4-pin) PV-DRC9 (For USA) IR Remote Control...

  • Page 99: Palmcorder 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.

  • Page 100: Before Requesting Service (Problems And Solutions)

    Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) If you are experiencing one of the following problems with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for Problems and Solutions. Problems Solutions The Palmcorder power cannot be turned on. Is the power source connected correctly? The Palmcorder power turned off If you leave the Palmcorder in Recording Pause...
  • Page 101 Others If you are experiencing one of the following problems with your Digital Palmcorder, it may be something you can correct yourself. Check the list below for Problems and Solutions. Problems Solutions ≥Is the accidental erasure protection tab on the Audio dubbing cannot be performed.
  • Page 102 Cassette or personal computer. (l 59, 70) Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be used. There is a possibility of damage to either the Palmcorder or the Card. Please contact Panasonic Call Centre.

  • Page 103: 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 104: 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 Sales Company (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 105: Customer Services Directory

    Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”). Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infanteria. Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985...

  • Page 106: 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 107: Index

    Others Index ª A ª L AC Adaptor ............18 LCD Monitor ............21 ArcSoft ..............68 Limited Warranty (Canada) ......106 Audio Dubbing ............50 Limited Warranty (USA) ........104 Auto Focus ............95 Low Light Mode ..........35 Auto White Balance Adjustment ......96 ª...
  • Page 108 ª S SD Memory Card ..........78 Self-Recording ............ 29 Sepia Mode ..........39, 47 Shutter Speed ............ 36 Slide Show ............60 Slow Motion Playback ........44 Solarization Mode ......... 39, 47 Sound Volume ............ 42 SP/LP Mode ............27 Sports Mode ............

  • Page 109: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido

    Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ª Para iniciar Una la batería al adaptador de CA y cárguela. ≥Dado que la batería no se cargará cuando el cable de entrada CC está conectado al adaptador de CA, desconéctelo.
  • Page 110 ª Utilización de la tarjeta Antes de insertar la tarjeta, asegúrese de apagar la videocámara. Desplace la palanca [OPEN] para abrir la tapa del compartimento de tarjeta. Manteniendo la tarjeta de memoria con su ángulo cortado hacia la derecha , introdúzcala en el compartimento de tarjeta.
  • Page 111 Others...
  • Page 112 Executive Office: One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 Panasonic Company East: 6749 Baymeadow Drive, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 Panasonic Company Central: 1707 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123 Panasonic Company West: 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”)

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