Panasonic Pv Gs29 Operating Instructions Manual

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Warning/Alarm Indications
If any one of the following indications lights up or 
flashes, please check the Camcorder.
Confirmatory Indications
 :A cassette with the accidental erasure 
prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] 
position is inserted.
No cassette is inserted.
[--] / 
:The built-in battery is low. (p. 21)
 :The Warning/Alarm Indication appears 
when you record yourself. Turn the LCD 
Monitor towards the Viewfinder and 
check the Warning/Alarm Indication.
 :No card is inserted.
REMOTE:...

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CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE:
You are attempting to select an item other than 
[OFF] in [ 
 SCENE MODE] when the [AUTO/
MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].
CAN NOT OPERATE
(MOTION DV MODE) (PV-GS59 Only):
You are attempting to change [ 
 D.ZOOM] 
setting during MotionDV Mode.
TURN OFF THE VIDEO LIGHT:
You are attempting to select an item in [ 
 
SCENE MODE] when Light is on.
REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR:
When the LCD Monitor is rotated by 180° 
towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD 
Monitor cannot be...

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„ About   AC Adaptor•  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 temperature of the Battery has 
decreased or increased sufficiently, charging starts 
automatically. If the [CHARGE] Lamp continues 
to flash even after the Battery temperature has 
decreased or increased sufficiently, the Battery 
or AC Adaptor may be faulty. In this case, please 
contact a dealer.
•  If the...

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„ Optimal Use of the BatteryBattery CharacteristicsThis Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its 
ability to generate power is based upon the chemical 
reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is 
susceptible to the surrounding temperature and 
humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too 
low, the operating time of the Battery becomes 
shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold 
environment, the Battery may operate only for about 
5 minutes. If the Battery...

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„ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood 
LCD Monitor•  In a place with drastic temperature changes, 
condensation may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe 
it with a soft dry cloth.
•  If your Camcorder is extremely cold when you turn 
its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is 
slightly darker than usual at first. However, as the 
internal temperature increases, it goes back to the 
normal brightness.
  Viewfinder•  Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun. 
Internal components may be seriously...

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The screen has changed suddenly.•  Has the demonstration started? In the Tape 
Recording mode, if you set [  DEMO MODE] 
>> [ON] without inserting a cassette or a card, 
the demonstration starts. For normal use, set this 
function to [OFF]. (p. 29)
A cassette cannot be inserted.•  Has condensation occurred? Wait until the 
condensation indication disappears.
Auto focus function does not work.•  Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus 
mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.
•  There...

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Although the Camcorder is correctly 
connected to a TV, playback images cannot 
be seen.
•  Have you selected video input on the TV? 
Please read the operating instructions of your TV 
and select the channel that matches the input 
terminals used for the connection.
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. 73)
•  If the terminal for the AV...

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2
Using the RESET button
2  Undo Grip Belt end 1 and pull Lens Cap 
Cord 2 downward to loosen Grip Belt.
3 Use projection 3 on the Lens Cap to press 
the [RESET] Button 4.
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3
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The indication disappears, the screen is 
frozen, or no operation can be performed.
•  Turn off the power to the Camcorder. If the power 
cannot be turned off, press the [RESET] button 
(p. 78), or detach the battery or AC adaptor and 
then reattach it. After that, turn on the power 
again. If normal operation is still...

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Explanation of Terms
„ Digital Video SystemIn a digital video system, images and sounds are 
converted into digital signals and recorded on a 
tape. This complete digital recording is capable of 
recording and playback with minimal image and 
sound deterioration.
In addition, it automatically records data, such as 
Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals.
Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS CassettesBecause this Camcorder employs a digital system for 
recording image and sound data, it is not...

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Specifications
Digital CamcorderInformation for your safety
AC Adaptor
Information for your safety
Mass and dimensions are approximate values.
Specifications may change without prior notice. 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...