Panasonic Digital Video Camcorder PV-GS300 Operating Instructions

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4: 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 (optional). (
-72-)
 If the terminal for the Multi cable is soiled, 
noises may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil 
off the terminal with a soft cloth, and then 
connect the cable to the A/V terminal.
 Is a picture containing a copyright protection 
signal (copy guard) being recorded? When a...

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Cautions for Use
ªAbout condensationIf you turn the Camcorder on when condensation 
occurs on the head or the tape, condensation 
Indication [3] is displayed on the viewfinder or 
the LCD monitor and the messages [3DEW 
DETECT] or [3EJECT TAPE] (only when the 
tape is inserted) appear. If so, follow the 
procedure below.
1Remove the tape if it is inserted.
≥It takes about 20 seconds to open the 
cassette holder. This is not a malfunction.
2Leave the Camcorder with the cassette 
cover...

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Do not spray insecticides or volatile 
chemicals onto the Camcorder.
≥If the Camcorder is sprayed with such 
chemicals, the Camcorder body may become 
deformed and the surface finish may peel off.
≥Do not keep rubber or plastic products in 
contact with the Camcorder for a long time.
When you use your Camcorder in a sandy or 
dusty place such as on a beach, do not let 
sand or fine dust get into the body and 
terminals of the Camcorder. Also, protect the 
Camcorder from getting wet....

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ªAbout the AC adaptor≥If the battery is warm, charging requires more 
time than normal.
≥If the temperature of the battery is extremely 
high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] lamp may 
continue flashing, and the battery may not be 
charged. After the battery temperature has 
decreased or increased sufficiently, recharging 
starts automatically. So, wait for a while. If the 
lamp still continues flashing even after the 
recharging, the battery or AC adaptor may be 
faulty. If so, please...

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ªLCD monitor/viewfinderLCD monitor
≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a 
dry soft cloth. 
≥In a place with drastic temperature changes, 
condensation may form on the LCD monitor. 
Wipe it with soft dry cloth.
≥If your Camcorder is extremely cold, the LCD 
monitor is slightly darker than usual immediately 
after you turn the power on. However, as the 
internal temperature increases, it goes back to 
normal brightness.
Viewfinder
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Periodical check-ups≥To maintain the highest...

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ªWhite balanceThe image recorded by the Camcorder may 
become bluish or reddish under the influence of 
light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust 
the white balance.
White balance adjustment determines the white 
color under different light sources. By recognizing 
which is the white color under sunlight and which 
is the white color under a fluorescent lamp, the 
Camcorder can adjust the balance among the 
other colors.
Since white is the reference of all colors (light), 
the...

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Specifications
Digital Video Camcorder
Information for your safety
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 (with DVM80) 
Video
Recording system:
Digital component
Television system:
EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color signal
Audio
Recording system:
PCM digital recording
16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) 
Image sensor:
1/6-inch 3CCD image sensor
[Effective...

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AC adaptor
Information for your safety
Dimensions:
61 mm (W)
k32 mm (H)k91 mm (D)
(2.40 inch (W)k1.26 inch (H)k3.58 inch (D))
Mass:
Approx. 110g (0.24 lbs)
Weight and dimensions are approximate values.
Specifications may change without prior notice.
[4:3] mode:
≥The numbers shown in the table are approximations.
≥These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.
Power source:
AC 110V to 240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption:
19 W
DC output:
DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Camcorder operation)...

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Camcorder Accessory System
*Please refer to page -16-, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.
*NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local 
dealer.
Accessory# 
*CGA-DU21A/1B
PV-DDC9 (For USA)
PV-DDC9-K (For Canada)
Description
2040 mAh/Rechargeable  
Lithium Ion Battery Pack
DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)  
(4-pin to 4-pin)     
Figure
RP-SDK02GU1A
RP-SDK01GU1A
RP-SDK512U1A
RP-SDH256U1A
RP-SDQ02GU1A
RP-SDQ01GU1A...

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Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)
In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR PALMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF  
THE FOLLOWING:  
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER  
OR  
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]  
OR 
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE  
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032...