Panasonic Pv Gs29 Operating Instructions Manual

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  To Check the Recording
You can play back the last few seconds of the 
recorded scene in the Recording Pause Mode.
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1  Press the Joystick Control to display the 
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower 
right of the screen.
2  Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the 
page with [  ] indication is displayed.[One-Touch Navigation icon]
3  Move the Joystick Control [◄] to select 
[  ].•  The [RECORDING CHECK STARTED] and 
the [  ] indication is displayed. After checking, 
the Camcorder resumes the Recording Pause 
Mode.
Finding the End of Recording
( Blank Search Function)
•  Approximately 1 second before the last 
recorded scene, the Camcorder switches to the 
Recording Pause Mode or the Still Playback 
Mode.
•  If there is no blank left on the Cassette, the 
Camcorder stops at the end of the tape.
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„ To Cancel the Blank Search Function 
Before Completion
Move the Joystick Control [▼] to select [  ].
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[One-Touch Navigation icon]
3  Move the Joystick Control [►] to select 
[  ].•  A confirmation message appears.
4  Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] 
to select [YES] and press the Joystick 
Control.
YES
NO
SETUP   ENTER    EXITPERFORM BLANK SEARCH?
• The [  ] indication and the One-Touch 
Navigation icon appears during the Blank 
Search
.
The Blank Search Function aids you in locating the 
end of the recording on the Cassette quickly (unused 
part of the tape).
•  Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.
1  Press the Joystick Control to display the 
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower 
right of the screen.
2  Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the 
page with [  ] indication is displayed.
Recording a Still Picture on a Tape
(PV-GS29 Only)
Still pictures can be recorded on a tape.
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1  Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button in the 
Recording Pause mode.
•  The Camcorder records a still picture for about 
7 seconds and then switches back to the 
recording pause mode.
•  If you set [ 
 ADVANCED] >> [  SHTR EFFECT] 
>> [ON], you can add an image and a sound effect 
for releasing the shutter.
•  Photoshot recording results in slightly inferior 
image quality.
„ Continuous  photoshotIf you set [  ADVANCED] >> [  SHTR EFFECT] 
>> [ON] and keep the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 
pressed, the Camcorder will continuously record 
still pictures in approx. 0.7 seconds intervals until 
the button is released.
•  The screen blinks and, at the same time, a 
shutter clicking sound is recorded. 
						

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„ Maximum number of still pictures 
recordable on an SD Memory card 
(optional)
PICTURE QUALITY (High) (Normal)
32 MB 220 440
64 MB 440 880
128 MB 880 1 760
256 MB 1 760 3 520
512 MB 3 520 7 040
1 GB 7 040 14 080
2 GB 14 080 28 160
•  The numbers shown in the table are 
approximations.
•  These figures vary depending on the subject being 
photographed.
„ Selecting the quality of Photoshot 
images
1 Set [  BASIC] >> [  PICT.QUALITY] >> 
[  (High Picture Quality)] or [  (Normal 
Picture Quality)].
•  You can also change the picture quality on [  
ADVANCED] >> [  PICT. QUALITY] in the 
Tape Recording Mode.
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1)  Still picture size
2)  Quality of still pictures
3)  Number of recordable still pictures (When no 
pictures can be recorded, the red light will 
flash.)
„ On-screen display in the Card 
Recording Mode
1)
2) 3)
„ Recording with a shutter operation 
effect
You can add a shutter operation simulating sound.
1 Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  SHTR EFFECT] 
>> [ON].
2  Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording 
Mode.
• The [  CARD RECORDING MODE] is 
displayed on the screen.
3  Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
• The [  ] Indication lights up in red.
  Recording a Still Picture on a Card 
(Photoshot) 
(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)
Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card 
from the Camcorder.
•  Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder 
before turning on the power.
1  Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON].•  The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red.
„ To record still pictures clearly•  When zooming in on the subject with a 
magnification of 4× to 10× or higher, it is difficult 
to reduce the slight hand shaking from holding 
the Camcorder. We recommend decreasing the 
zoom magnification and approaching the subject 
when recording.
•  When recording still pictures, hold the 
Camcorder firmly with your hands and keep your 
arms stationary at your side so as not to shake 
the Camcorder.
•  You can record stable pictures without hand 
shaking by using a tripod and the Remote 
Control. (PV-GS59 Only) 
						

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  RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot
• The [  ] Indication appears. The still pictures can be recorded on a Card at 
regular intervals.
1 Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  BURST MODE] 
>> [ON]. Notes:
•  Even if the [  SHTR EFFECT] is set to [ON], the 
Shutter Effect cannot be recorded on the picture.
•  When the color of the screen changes or blurs, 
adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/60 or 1/100.
•  Photoshot Recording results in slightly inferior 
image quality.
•  For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a 
card, refer to page 32.
•  The sound cannot be recorded.
•  While data is being recorded on a card, do not 
operate the Mode Dial.
•  When the Access Lamp is lit, do not insert or 
remove a card.
•  Another product may degrade or not play back data 
recorded on this Camcorder.
•  If set [ 
 PICT. QUALITY] >> [  ], mosaic-pattern 
noise may appear on a playback image depending 
on the picture content.
•  When [ON] is selected, the still pictures can be 
recorded in approximately 0.5 second intervals 
until the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is released or 10 
pictures are recorded.
2  Press and hold the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
„ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive 
Photoshot in Progress
Release the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
Notes:•  One more still picture may be recorded after you 
release the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. 
•  If the Self-timer Function is set, the Camcorder 
records up to 10 still pictures continuously.
•  Intervals between recording pictures may become 
longer depending on the card. We recommend 
using a Panasonic SD Memory Card.
•  When using the card formatted by other equipment 
or a card that was recorded and erased repeatedly, 
the intervals between recording pictures may 
become longer. If so, back up your important data 
on a PC, and format your card with this Camcorder.
  Recording Yourself
You can record yourself while viewing the LCD 
Monitor. You can record persons in front of the 
camera while presenting them the image. The image 
is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. 
(The image to be recorded is the same as that 
recording.)
•  Extend the Viewfinder to see the picture while 
recording.
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
•  A vertically oriented display appears on the 
Viewfinder screen, this is normal and not indicative 
of any trouble.
•  When the LCD Monitor is rotated towards the 
lens side, the One-Touch Navigation icon will not 
be displayed even if you press the center of the 
Joystick Control.
1  Rotate the LCD Monitor towards the lens 
side.
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To brighten the natural colors in a scene. Gain Up 
mode works with the Built-in Video Light to enhance 
the light’s brightness.
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1  Press the [LIGHT] Button. 1
Recording with the  Built-in LED 
Video Light
•  The Built-in LED Video Light lights and the 
Gain Up mode is set to on.
•  Gain Up mode will be brighter than when only 
the Video Light is on, however, washed out 
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3  Open the LCD Monitor or the Viewfi nder.•  The Red Lamp lights up and the camera will be 
put into recording pause approx. 1.7 seconds 
after it is turned on.
„ To Cancel the Quick StartSet [  SETUP] >> [  QUICK START] >> [OFF].
•  If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes, 
then the Lamp (Green) will go off and the 
Camcorder will be completely turned off.
  Quick Start
2  While the [OFF/ON] Switch is still set to 
[ON], close the LCD Monitor and retract 
the Viewfi nder.
•  The Green Lamp 1 lights up and the unit goes 
into Quick Start Standby mode.
•  Please note in Quick Start Mode approximately 
half the pause recording power is being consumed. 
Using Quick Start Mode will reduce the battery 
recording/playback time.
•  This function is only activated in the following 
cases:
-  A tape or a card is inserted while the Tape 
Recording Mode is set.
-  A card is inserted while the Card Recording Mode 
is set.
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [  SETUP] >> [  QUICK START] >> 
[ON].Notes:
•  When you set [  POWER SAVE] to [5 MINUTES] 
and the Camcorder is left in the Recording Pause 
Mode for 5 minutes, the unit will turn off. (Green 
LED will lit up.) Close the LCD Monitor and retract 
the Viewfinder. To turn the Camcorder on open the 
LCD Monitor and/or the Viewfinder.
•  If the Mode Dial is moved or the battery is removed 
in Quick Start standby mode, Quick Start is 
canceled and the power turns off even if the [OFF/
ON] Switch is set to [OFF]. (However, changing the 
mode between Tape Recording Mode and Card 
Recording Mode will not cancel Quick Start.)
•  When the Camcorder is Quick-Started with the 
White Balance on automatic, it may take some time 
until the White Balance is adjusted if the scene 
being recorded has a light source different from the 
scene last recorded. (When the MagicPix Function 
is used, however, the White Balance of the scene 
last recorded is retained.)
•  If the power is turned on in Quick Start standby, the 
zoom magnification becomes 5× and the picture 
size may differ from what it was before Quick Start 
standby.
•  When using the AC Adaptor, Quick Start can be 
used even if a tape is not inserted.
When Quick Start is ON the battery power is still 
being consumed, even when the LCD Monitor and 
the Viewfinder are closed.
The Camcorder will resume recording/pause mode 
about 1.7 seconds after the LCD Monitor and the 
Viewfinder are reopened.
Notes:•  The subject should be within 4.9 feet (1.5 meters) 
of the Camcorder.
•  Using the LED Video Light reduces battery time.
•  Set the LED Video Light to off when not in use.
•  Do not look directly into the light.
•  If the LED Video light is used with a Conversion 
lens attached, a slight vignetting (darkening around 
edges) effect occurs on the screen.
•  Using the MagicPix Function at the same time will 
make conditions even brighter.
•  The LED video light enables simply lightening 
the images taken in a dimly-lit place. We also 
recommend using it in a bright place to obtain high 
quality images.
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2  Press the [LIGHT] Button. 2•  Gain Up mode is set to off.
•  To eliminate washed out images, use this 
mode.
3  Press the [LIGHT] Button. 3•  The Video Light turns off.
•  Pressing the [LIGHT] Button again returns 
to 
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  Self-timer Recording
(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)
When you set the self-timer, the recording starts 
automatically after 10 seconds on the Card.
•  Set to Card Recording Mode.
1  Press the Joystick Control to display the 
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower 
right of the screen.
2  Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the 
page with [  ] indication is displayed.
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[One-Touch Navigation icon]
• The [  ] Indication flashes and the recording 
starts after 10 seconds. After recording, the 
Self-Timer will be canceled.
„ To Stop the Self-timer in ProgressPress the [MENU] Button.
Notes:• When [  BEEP SOUND] on the [  SETUP] 
Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the beep sound will be 
emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in 
the Self-timer Standby Mode.
•  By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch or Mode Dial, 
the Self-timer Standby Mode is canceled.
•  If the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot is set, the 
maximum recordable pictures (max. 10 pictures) 
are recorded. (p. 33)
3  Move the Joystick Control [◄] to select 
[  ].•  The [SELF-TIMER ON] and the [  ] Indication 
appears.
4  Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
  Zoom In/Out Functions
This feature gives special effects to the picture by 
recording objects close by or with wide-angle shot. 
You can zoom in up to 30× optically.
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1  For wide-angle shots (zoom out) :
Push the [W/T] Lever towards [W].
For close-ups (zoom in) :
Push the [W/T] Lever towards [T].
•  Zoom Magnification Indication is displayed for a 
few seconds.
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Notes:•  When zooming in and taking a picture while holding 
the Camcorder by hand, we recommend using the 
image stabilizer function.
•  When you are zooming in on a faraway subject, a 
sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 
4.3 feet (1.3 meters) or further from the Camcorder.
•  When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not 
be focused easily.
•  When the zoom magnification is 1×, the Camcorder 
can focus on a subject approx. 0.8 inches (20 mm) 
away from the lens.
To Use the  Zoom Microphone Function
Along with the zooming operation, the microphone’s 
directional angle and sensitivity are varied for 
recording sounds.
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  ZOOM MIC] >> 
[ON]. 
• The [  ] Indication is displayed.
„ To Cancel the Zoom Microphone 
Function
Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  ZOOM MIC] >> [OFF].
Note:•  The Zoom Microphone Function may not work 
effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.
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„ To Cancel the Self-timerMove the Joystick Control [◄] to select [  ] again.
•  The [SELF-TIMER OFF] is displayed. 
						

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  Digital Zoom Function
This function is useful when you want to record 
close-up shots of subjects located beyond a 
normal zoom range of 1× to 30× magnification. 
With the Digital Zoom Function, you can select a 
magnification from 50× up to 1000×.
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  D.ZOOM] >> 
[50×] or [1000×].
OFFOptical zoom only (Up to 30×)
50×Digital zooming to 50×
1000×Digital zooming to 1000×
Image Stabilizer Function
If the Camcorder is shaken while recording, the 
camera shake in the image can be corrected.
•  If the Camcorder shakes too much, the images 
may not be stabilized.
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  EIS] >> [ON].
2  Press the Recording Start/Stop Button or 
[PHOTO SHOT] Button to start recording.
„ To Cancel the Image Stabilizer 
Function
Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  EIS] >> [OFF]. • The [ 
 ] Indication appears.
„ To Cancel the Digital Zoom FunctionSet [  ADVANCED] >> [  D.ZOOM] >> [OFF].
•  When pushing the [W/T] Lever as far as it will go, 
you can zoom from 1× to 30× in 3.3 seconds at the 
maximum in the Recording Mode.
•  The zoom speed varies according to the amount of 
movement of the [W/T] Lever.
•  The Variable Speed Zoom Function cannot be 
used with the Remote Control. (PV-GS59 Only)
About the Variable Speed Zoom 
Function
Notes:•  The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more 
the image quality is degraded.
•  When the Card Recording mode is used, the Digital 
Zoom Function cannot be used.
•  White Balance cannot be set in the Digital Zoom 
range.
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2  Push the [W/T] Lever towards [W] or 
towards [T] to zoom in or out.
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Notes:•  When the MagicPix Function is used, the image 
stabilizer function does not work. If so, the [  ] 
indication flashes.
•  When the Gain Up mode is set to ON, the image 
stabilizer function does not work. If so, the [ 
 ] 
indication flashes.
•  Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may 
change or colors may not look natural.
•  After-images may appear.
•  When a tripod is used, we recommend that you 
turn the Image Stabilizer off.
•  In the following cases, the Image Stabilizer 
Function may not work effectively.
-  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 
						

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3  Move the Joystick Control [◄] to select 
[  ].•  The [FADE ON] is displayed.
• The [  W] or [  B] Indication flashes and 
then is displayed.
  Fade In/Out Functions
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1  Press the Joystick Control to display the 
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower 
right of the screen.
2  Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the 
page with [  ] indication is displayed.
• Fade In :
The image and audio gradually appear.
• Fade Out :
The image and audio gradually disappear.
[One-Touch Navigation icon]
4  Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
Start recording. (Fade in)•  The [RECORD (NOW FADING)] is displayed.
When you start recording, the image/audio 
disappeared completely and the image/audio 
gradually appears.
  Backlight Compensation Function
This prevents the subject from being recorded too 
darkly when backlit. (Backlight is the light that shines 
from behind the subject being recorded.)
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
„ To Cancel FadingMove the Joystick Control [◄] to select [  ] 
again.
•  The [FADE OFF] is displayed.
Pause recording. (Fade out)•  The [PAUSE (NOW FADING)] is displayed.
The image/audio gradually disappears. After the 
image/audio completely disappears, recording stops.
Note:•  While the Fade in/Fade out function is selected, it 
takes several seconds to display the image when 
you start recording images. Besides, it also takes 
several seconds to pause recording.
1  Press the Joystick Control to display the 
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower 
right of the screen.
2  Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the 
page with [  ] indication is displayed.
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[One-Touch Navigation icon]
3  Move the Joystick Control [▲] to select 
[  ].•  The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION ON] is 
displayed. The [  ] Indication flashes and 
then is displayed.
•  The entire screen becomes brighter.
„ To Resume Normal RecordingMove the Joystick Control [▲] to select [  ] 
again.
•  The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION OFF] is 
displayed.
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„ To Select the Color For Fade in/outThe color which appears in fading pictures can be 
selected.
1 Set [  ADVANCED] >> [  FADE COLOR] 
>> [BLACK] or [WHITE].
Notes:
•  When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight 
Compensation Function does not work.
•  If you operate the [OFF/ON] Switch or Mode Dial, 
the Backlight Compensation Function is canceled. 
						

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  MagicPix Function
This function allows you to record color images 
brightly in a dark place without using the Video Light.
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
„ To Cancel the MagicPix FunctionMove the Joystick Control [▲] to select [  ] 
again.
•  The [MAGICPIX OFF] is displayed.
3  Move the Joystick Control [▲] to select 
[  ].•  The [MAGICPIX ON] is displayed. The [  ] 
Indication flashes and then is displayed.
4  Move the Joystick Control [◄] or [►] to 
adjust.
1  Press the Joystick Control to display the 
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower 
right of the screen.
2  Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the 
page with [  ] indication is displayed.
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[One-Touch Navigation icon]
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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.
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1  Press the Joystick Control to display the 
One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower 
right of the screen.
2  Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the 
page with [  ] indication is displayed.
•  To obtain the best effect, we recommend framing 
the subject as shown above in the picture.
„ To Cancel the Soft-Skin ModeMove the Joystick Control [◄] to select [ ] 
again.
•  The [SOFT SKIN MODE OFF] is displayed.
3  Move the Joystick Control [◄] to select 
[  ].•  The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] is displayed. The 
[  ] Indication flashes and then is displayed.
Notes:•  If set in a bright place, the screen may become 
whitish for a while.
•  The MagicPix Function is canceled when you 
operate the [OFF/ON] Switch or the Mode Dial.
•  In a dark place, the recorded picture is presented in 
a time-lapse-like manner.
•  Adjust the Focus manually.
•  White Balance cannot be set.
•  The Shutter Speed cannot be adjusted.
•  The Scene Mode cannot be set.
•  When recording with the MagicPix Function, it is 
recommended that you use a tripod.
•  The MagicPix Function makes the signal charging 
time of CCD longer up to approx. 30× longer than 
usual, so that dark scenes that are invisible to 
the naked eyes can be recorded brightly. For this 
reason, bright dots may be seen, but this is not a 
malfunction.
•  The Image Stabilizer Function does not work. In 
this case, the [ 
 ] Indication flashes.
•  The Backlight Compensation Function cannot be 
changed.
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[One-Touch Navigation icon]
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Notes:•  If the background or anything else in the scene 
has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be 
smoothed.
•  If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not 
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Wind Noise Reduction Function
This function reduces the sound of wind hitting the 
microphone when recording.
•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [  BASIC] >> [  WIND CUT] >> [ON].
• The [  ] Indication appears.
„ To Cancel the Wind Noise Reduction 
Function
Set [  BASIC] >> [  WIND CUT] >> [OFF].
•  Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the 
screen.
  Cinema Function
(PV-GS29 Only)
This function is for recording a cinema-like image.•  Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [  BASIC] >> [  CINEMA] >> [ON]. Notes:
•  The default setting is [ON].
•  Reduces the wind noise depending on the wind 
strength. (If this function is activated in strong 
winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When the 
wind weakens, the stereo effect will be restored.)
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„ To Cancel the Cinema FunctionSet [  BASIC] >> [  CINEMA] >> [OFF].
Notes:•  Images played back vary depending on the 
TV connected. Please refer to the operating 
instructions for your TV.
•  This function does not widen the recording range.
• 
When images are played back on a TV screen, the 
Date/Time Indication may be erased in some cases.
•  Depending on the TV, the picture quality may 
deteriorate.
•  When a Cinema picture is imported onto a personal 
computer, the imported picture may not be 
displayed correctly, depending on the software in 
used.
Notes:•  In the wide-screen mode, the menu screens, 
operation icons and other screen displays appear 
horizontally oriented.
• 
When images are played back on a TV screen, the 
Date/Time Indication may be erased in some cases.
•  Depending on the TV, the picture quality may 
deteriorate.
•  If the 4:3 Function is set, the menus screen 
appears expanded vertically outside the screen.
•  Concerning the TV to be connected and TV used 
for playback
-  When playing back images taken by this unit 
on a TV screen, change the setting established 
by tape playback mode [ 
 SETUP] >> [ TV 
ASPECT] to match the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) 
of the TV monitor to be connected. (p. 51)
•  Depending on the settings of the TV connected, the 
images may not be displayed properly. For more 
information, please read the operating instructions 
for the TV.
  Wide/4:3 Function
(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)
This allows you to record images compatible with 
wide-screen TVs.
Wide Function:Images are recorded with a 16:9 
aspect ratio.
4:3 Function:Images are recorded with a 4:3 
aspect ratio.
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [  BASIC] >> [  ASPECT] >> [4:3] 
(4:3 Function) or [16:9] (Wide Function).
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(4:3 Function) (Wide (16:9) Function)
„ To Cancel the Wide/4:3 FunctionWide Function:
Set [  BASIC] >> [  ASPECT] >> [4:3].
4:3 Function:
Set [ 
 BASIC] >> [  ASPECT] >> [16:9]. 
						

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„ To Cancel the Scene ModeSet [  BASIC] >> [  SCENE MODE] >> [OFF]. 
Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to 
[AUTO].
1)
[ 
 ]  Sports Mode
•  For recording scenes involving quick 
movements, such as sports scenes.
2)
[ 
 ]  Portrait Mode
•  Use when you want to make people (subjects) 
stand out from the background.
3)
[ 
 ]  Low Light Mode
•  To make the scene brighter in dark conditions.
4)
[ 
 ]  Spotlight Mode
•  To make the subject under a spotlight look 
more attractive.
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[ 
 ]  Surf & Snow Mode
•  To record images in bright places such as ski 
slopes and beaches.
Notes:•  If any of the Scene Modes are selected, you cannot 
adjust the shutter speed (p. 42) or iris (p. 43).
•  Using the MagicPix Function cancels any of the 
Scene Modes.
•  Using the Light Function cancels any of the Scene 
Modes.
Sports Mode•  For slow motion playback (PV-GS59 Only) or 
playback pause of recorded pictures, this mode 
reduces camera shakes.
•  During normal playback, the image movement 
may not look smooth.
•  Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury 
light or sodium light because the color and 
brightness of the playback image may change.
•  If you record a subject illuminated with strong 
light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of 
light may appear.
•  If the light is insufficient, the Sports Mode does 
not function. The [ 
 ] Indication flashes.
•  If this mode is used indoors, the screen may 
flicker.
Sports Mode/Portrait Mode•  If you record a still picture in Progressive 
Photoshot Mode, the brightness and hue of the 
recorded still picture may become unstable.
•  If this mode is used for indoors, the screen may 
flicker. If so, change the [ 
 SCENE MODE] 
setting to [OFF].
Low Light Mode•  Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be 
recorded with detail.
Spotlight Mode•  If the subject is extremely bright, the recorded 
image may become whitish and the periphery of 
the recorded image extremely dark.
Surf & Snow Mode•  If the recording subject is extremely bright, the 
recorded image may become whitish.
Recording in Special Situations 
( Scene Mode)
• The [  ] Indication and the One-Touch 
Navigation icon appears. You can select optimal scene mode under specific 
recording situations.
•  Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1  Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to 
[MANUAL].
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2 Set [  BASIC] >> [  SCENE MODE] >> a 
desired mode ([  ], [  ], [  ], [  ] or [  ]).
•  The Indication of the selected Mode appears.
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