Panasonic Pv Gs19 Operating Instructions Manual
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11 Before Using 2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode. 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.• Recording starts. 1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode. 2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. Recording a Still Picture on Card (Photoshot) 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON].• The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up. 2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode.• The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen. 3 Move the Joystick Control [◄] 3 to rewind the tape. 4 Move the Joystick Control [▲] 4 to start playback. 5 Move the Joystick Control [▼] 5 to stop playback. Playing Back a Tape 1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode. • The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen. Joystick Control [▲] : Starting the Slide Show Stop the Slide Show Joystick Control [▼] : Erase the pictures Joystick Control [◄] : Playing back the previous picture Joystick Control [►] : Playing back the next picture 2 Start Playback. Playing Back a Card 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to pause the recording. 1 2 3 [One-Touch Navigation icon] 4 5 [One-Touch Navigation icon]
12For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using A/V MIC 1411 12 13 15 1617 Standard Accessories The followings are the accessories supplied with the Camcorder. 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (p. 15) 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) K2GJ2DC00011 LSSQ0992 (PV-GS35 Only) K2KC4CB00020 LSFC0018 K1HA05CD0010 (PV-GS35 Only) 2) Battery Pack (p. 15) 3) AV Cable (pp. 40, 42) 4) Remote Control and Button-Type Battery (PV-GS35 Only) (p. 14) 5) Shoulder Strap (p. 17) 6) USB Cable and CD-ROM (PV-GS35 Only) (pp. 44, 46, 49, 54) CAUTION: This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC. Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug. We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor (VJSS0070/KZDB4ZE00001) in an area which has special AC outlets. Parts Identification and Handling „ Camcorder CGA-DU12 (PV-GS35 Only)CGR-DU06 (For PV-GS19/ PV-GS31)1LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN▼] (p. 20) 2LCD Monitor (pp. 20, 66) 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. CR2025 3Speaker (p. 35) 4DC Input Jack [DC IN] (p. 15) 5S-Video Output Jack [S-VIDEO OUT] (PV-GS35 Only) (pp. 40, 42) 6Battery Holder 7Card Slot Cover Open Lever [◄OPEN] (p. 18) 8Card Slot Cover (p. 18) 9Card Slot (p. 18) 10Card Access Lamp (p. 18) 11Lens Hood (p. 66) 12Lens 13Microphone (built-in, stereo) (pp. 28, 31) 14Zoom Lever [W/T] (pp. 28, 29) Volume Lever [– / VOL +] (pp. 35, 37) 15White Balance Sensor (p. 33) Remote Control Sensor (PV-GS35 Only) (p. 14) 16Microphone Jack [MIC] (PV-GS35 Only)• When connecting an external microphone or audio equipment to this jack, the built-in microphone does not operate. 1 2 3 45 789 6 10 PV-DAC14D K2CA2CA00025 Before Using LSFT0618 (PV-GS35 Only)
13 Before Using Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 22 20 18 21 19 17Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT] (pp. 40, 42) • Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder’s built-in speaker. • When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. 18Cassette Holder 19Cassette Compartment Cover (p. 17) 20USB Jack [ ] (pp. 46, 49, 54) 21DV Input/Output Terminal (pp. 42, 43, 54)• Connect this to the digital video equipment. 22Built-in LED Light (For PV-GS31/PV-GS35) (p. 27) 23Viewfinder (pp. 20, 66) 24Eyepiece Corrector Knob (p. 20) 25Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (pp. 25, 26) 26Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (pp. 25, 31~34) 27Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (p. 17) 28Power Switch [OFF/ON] (pp. 18, 25) 29Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] (p. 28) Quick Start Recording Lamp (p. 28) 30Menu Button [MENU] (p. 21) 31Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 25) 32Power Lamp [POWER] (p. 18) 33Light Button [LIGHT] (For PV-GS31/PV-GS35) (p. 27) 36Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 17) 37Reset Button [RESET] (pp. 58, 67, 69, 70) 38Grip Belt (p. 16) 39Battery Eject Switch [BATTERY RELEASE] (p. 15) 40Tripod 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.) • You cannot open the Card Slot Cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod. 3638 39 37 40 24252627 28 29 30 31 32 34 2333 35 34Mode Dial (p. 19) 35Joystick Control (pp. 19~20, 21) „ Remote Control (PV-GS35 Only)Using the wireless Remote Control with the Camcorder, most of the Camcorder functions can be operated from a distance. 41 424546 43 44 47 4849 41Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] (p. 58) 42Indication Output Button [OSD] (p. 40) 43Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [◄Ι, Ι►](◄Ι: reverse, Ι►: forward) (p. 36) 44Variable Speed Search Button [VAR.SEARCH] (p. 36) 45Recording Button [● REC] (p. 43) 46Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] (p. 41) 47Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL] (p. 35) 48Menu Button [MENU] (p. 22) 49Cursor buttons for Variable Speed Search Function [▲, ▼] (p. 36) Select Button [▲▼◄►] (p. 22)
14For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using The following buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the Camcorder. 50Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (pp. 25, 26) 51Rewind/Review Button [◄◄] (p. 35) 52Pause Button [ ] (pp. 36, 41, 43) 53Stop Button [■] (pp. 15, 43) 54Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] (p. 25) 55Play Button [►] (pp. 36, 42) 56Fast Forward/Cue Button [►►] (p. 35) 57Enter Button [ENTER] (p. 22) 50 515253 54 5556 57 The Remote Control (PV-GS35 Only) Before using the Remote Control, insert the supplied button-type battery. 1 While pressing the Lock Button 1, pull out the Battery Holder. Then, remove the button-type battery. 2 Insert the button-type battery with the (+) marking facing upward. 3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Control. • When the button-type battery is exhausted, replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about 1 year. However, it depends on operation frequency.) • Make sure to match the poles correctly when inserting the button-type battery. ● Replace Battery with Panasonic or Lixing type CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. ● Battery may explode if mistreated. ● As with any small object, this type of Battery can be swallowed by young children. Do not allow children to handle this Battery. ● Dispose of used battery promptly. ● Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Using the Remote Control (PV-GS35 Only) • Distance from the Camcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters) • Angle: Within approximately 15° in the vertical and horizontal directions from the central axis 1 Direct the Remote Control at the Remote Control Sensor 15 of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button. • The above operating ranges are for indoor use. Outdoors or under strong light, the Camcorder may not operate properly even within the above ranges. „ Selecting Remote Control ModesWhen 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Control Modes. • If the Remote Control Mode of the Camcorder and that of the Remote Control do not match with each other, [REMOTE] will appear. When the Remote Control is operated for the first time after the Camcorder is turned on, [CHECK REMOTE MODE] (p. 58) will appear and operation is impossible. Set the same Remote Control Mode. 15° 15°15° 15° 15 1 WARNING CAUTION Inserting the Button-type Battery
15 Before Using [VCR1]: Press the [Ι►] Button and [ ■ ] Button simultaneously. 1[VCR2]: Press the [◄Ι] Button and [ ■ ] Button simultaneously. 2• When the battery in the Remote Control is replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode. „ Setup on the CamcorderSet [ REMOTE] on the [ SETUP] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Control Mode. (pp. 22, 23) „ Setup on the Remote Control 12 Power Supply Using the AC Adaptor 1 Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder. 2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor. 3 Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and the AC Jack. • Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch 28 on the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that [POWER] Lamp 32 is not lit. (p. 18) Using the Battery • We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. • We cannot guarantee the quality of this Camcorder when batteries from other companies are used. 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it. 2 Put the Battery on the Battery Mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in. Before use, fully charge the Battery. • Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor. • The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging starts. • When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed. • When the battery is completely discharged, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks at first, but the battery is charged normally. When the temperature of the battery is too high or low, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual. 3 Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder. • For other notes concerning this item, see page 59. „ Disconnecting the Power SourceSet the [OFF/ON] Switch 28 to [OFF], and while sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] Switch 39, remove the Battery downward or DC Cable. • When attaching or removing Battery, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and make sure the [POWER] Lamp is not lit. 28 39 • Hold down the battery with your hand so it does not fall.
16For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using Charging Time and Available Recording Time ACharging Time Maximum Continuous Recording Time Intermittent Recordable TimeB • “1 h 40 min.” indicates 1 hour and 40 minutes. • Battery CGR-DU06 (PV-GS19/PV-GS31) or CGA-DU12 (PV-GS35) is supplied. • The times shown in the table are approximate times. The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewfinder is used. The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is used. In actual use, the available recording time may be shorter. • The times shown in the table are for continuous recording at a temperature of 68 °F (25 °C) and humidity of 60 %. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer. • We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU12 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording.) • The available recording time becomes shorter if you use both of Viewfinder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when rotating the LCD Monitor forward to record yourself. • The batteries heat up after use or charging. The Camcorder being used will also heat up. This is normal. Re-attaching the Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. • The Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord come preattached to the Grip Belt. 1 Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Lens Cap. Then pass the Lens Cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight. To Use as a Grip Belt 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. How to remove the Sensor tag 1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt. 2 Remove the Sensor tag. Then, replace the Grip Belt. Supplied battery(PV-GS19/PV-GS31)CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh) A1 h 40 min. B1 h 45 min. (1 h 25 min.) C55 min. (45 min.) Supplied battery (PV-GS35)CGA-DU12 (7.2 V / 1 150 mAh) A2 h 25 min. B3 h 10 min. (2 h 35 min.) C1 h 35 min. (1 h 20 min.) CGA-DU21 (7.2 V / 2 040 mAh) A3 h 55 min. B5 h 30 min. (4 h 30 min.) C2 h 45 min. (2 h 15 min.) (The intermittent recordable time refers to recordable time when the recording and stopping operations are repeated.) C
17 Before Using • When not using the Lens Cap, pull the Lens Cap Cord in the direction of the arrow. 1• When you are not recording, be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection. 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. 2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap, run it through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster, and pull it. • Pull it out more than 1 inch (2 cm) 1 from the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off. • Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way. Inserting a Cassette 1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever 27 toward the front and pull down to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover. • To protect the tape, if the cover is not fully opened, the cassette holder cannot be ejected. 2 After the Cassette Holder is opened, insert a Cassette. 3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark 1. 4 Only after the Cassette Holder is completely housed, close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark 2. 2 1 1 • When you remove the Lens Cap, press the knobs firmly. 1 27 2 • Please use Genuine Panasonic DVC Tapes for more information please contact your local dealer or visit www.panasonic.com. • For your reference if you travel frequently you should also purchase a Panasonic head cleaning tape AY-DVMCLA and use when HEAD CLOG message appears on the LCD/EVF of your Camcorder.• When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown in the above, and then securely insert it as far as it goes. „ When the Cassette Holder does not come out • Close the Cassette Compartment Cover completely, and then open it again completely. • Check if the battery has run down. • Check if the Cassette Compartment Cover is in contact with grip belt as shown below. If so, be sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when opening. „ When the Cassette Holder cannot be housed • Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 28 to [OFF], then to [ON] again. • Check if the battery has run down.
18For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using 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. Card Access Lamp 10 Turning on the Camcorder Turn on the power first and then select modes. „ How to Turn on the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 28 to [ON] while pressing the button 1.• The [POWER] Lamp 32 lights up. „ How to Turn off the Power 2 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 28 to [OFF] while pressing the button 1.• The [POWER] Lamp 32 goes off. 10 2832 1 28 1 1 Open the LCD Monitor and then slide the [◄OPEN] Lever 7 to open the Card Slot Cover 8. 2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right 1, insert it into the Card Slot 9. 1 Inserting a Card 7 8 9 3 Close the Card Slot Cover 8 securely. „ Removing the CardOpen the Card Slot Cover and press the center of the Card and then pull it straight out. • After removing the Card, close the Card Slot Cover. • The Camcorder may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted. Using a Memory Card (Optional) A Card can be used to record still pictures.• Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only. Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure to turn off the Camcorder. • Otherwise, the Camcorder may not function properly or it may cause the loss of recorded data in a Card. Accidental Erasure Prevention • For other notes concerning this item, see page 59. 1 Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 on the cassette (by sliding it to the [SAVE] arrow direction) prevents recording. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow direction). „ Concerning the Card• Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. • Do not format the card with another Camcorder or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable. • Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of the Camcorder or the card may damage or erase the data stored on the card. We recommend saving important data on a personal computer by using a USB Cable, PC Card Adaptor, or USB Reader/ Writer. „ SD Memory Card• The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of capacity to protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a Camcorder, personal computer or other equipment. 32
19 Before Using Easy to Use Mode Dial You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial. 1 Rotate the Mode Dial 34.• Set your desired mode to 1. 34 :Tape Recording ModeUse this mode when recording pictures on a tape. Also, you can record still pictures on the card simultaneously while recording on a tape. :Tape Playback ModeUse this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape. :Card Recording ModeUse this mode when recording still pictures on a card. :Picture Playback ModeUse this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card. :PC ModeUse 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 Basic Joystick Control Operations Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display. Move the Joystick Control [▲,▼,◄, or ►] to select an item or file, and then press in the center to set it. 1Select by moving [▲]. 2Select by moving [►]. 3Select by moving [▼]. 4Select by moving [◄]. 5Push the center to select the item. Joystick Control and Screen Display Press the center of the Joystick Control, and One-Touch Navigation icon will be displayed on the lower right of the screen. Each press switches the display as follows depending on the mode. Move the Joystick Control [▲, ▼, ◄, or ►] to select an item. • In the Tape Playback Mode or the Picture Playback Mode, the One-Touch Navigation icon will be automatically on the lower right of the screen. „ Tape Recording Mode• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO]. 1/2 2/2One-Touch Navigation icon OFF 1/2◄ Fade pp. 29~30 ► Backlight compensation p. 30 ▼ Soft Skin Mode p. 31 2/2▲ MagicPix Mode p. 30 ▼ Recording Check p. 25 5 1 2 3 4 Joystick Control (See below) One-Touch Navigation icon 1 „ Tape Recording Mode• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL]. 1/3 2/3 3/33/3One-Touch Navigation icon OFF 1/3◄ Fade pp. 29~30 ► Backlight compensation p. 30 ▼ Soft Skin Mode p. 31 2/3▲ MagicPix Mode p. 30 ▼ Recording Check p. 25 3/3▼ Manual Mode (White Balance, Shutter Speed, Iris, Focus)pp. 32~34 ◄ Adjust + pp. 32~34 ► Adjust – pp. 32~34 „ Card Recording Mode• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO]. 1/1► Backlight compensation p. 30 ▼ Soft Skin Mode p. 31 1/1One-Touch Navigation icon OFF
20For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before Using With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it. 1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN▼] Knob 1 and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow. • The Viewfinder is now deactivated. • It can open up to 90°. 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. „ Closing the LCD MonitorPush the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked. • Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed. 2 1 1180°290° Using the LCD Monitor Using the Viewfinder/ LCD Monitor Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. 1 Pull the Viewfi nder. 2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob 24. Using the Viewfinder 24 „ Tape Playback Mode One-Touch Navigation icon OFF –▲ Playback / Pause p. 35 ► Fast (Cue Playback) p. 35 ◄ Rewind (Review Playback) p. 35 ▼ Stop p. 35 „ Picture Playback ModeOne-Touch Navigation icon OFF –▲ Start the Slide Show Stop the Slide Showp. 37 ► Playback the next picture p. 37 ◄ Playback the previous picturep. 37 ▼ Erase the picture p. 37 „ Card Recording Mode• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL]. 1/2► Backlight compensation p. 30 ▼ Soft Skin Mode p. 31 2/2▼ Manual Mode (White Balance, Shutter Speed, Iris, Focus)pp. 32~34 ◄ Adjust + pp. 32~34 ► Adjust – pp. 32~34 1/23/32/2One-Touch Navigation icon OFF • You can adjust the brightness of the Viewfinder from the Menu. • The brightness and color level of the LCD Monitor can be adjusted from the Menu. • If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the Camcorder may be damaged or fail. • Check that the Card Slot Cover is closed before closing the LCD Monitor. • When the LCD Monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens (when recording yourself), the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder will be simultaneously activated.