Panasonic Pv Gs33 Operating Instructions Manual

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(22)Eyecup(23)Power LCD Button [POWER LCD] -17-Power LCD Lamp -17-
(24)
Cassette Holder(25)Cassette Compartment Cover -16-
(26)Speaker -32-
(27)USB Jack [ ] -41-
(28)S-Video Output Jack [S-VIDEO OUT] -36-
(29)White Balance Sensor -28-Remote Control Sensor -13-
(30)Jack for Magic Wire Remote Control with 
Narration Mic (optional) [REMOTE] -22-Microphone Jack [MIC]
≥ When connecting an external microphone 
or audio equipment to this jack, the built-in 
microphone does not operate.
≥ When...

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ªRemote ControllerUsing the wireless Remote Controller that is 
supplied with the Camcorder, most of the 
Camcorder functions can be operated from a 
distance.
(50)Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] -47-
(51)Indication Output Button [OSD] -36-
(52)Display Button [DISPLAY] -47-
(53)Reset Button [RESET] -57-
(54)Recording Button [¥REC] -38-
(55)Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -37-
(56)Cursor Buttons for Variable Speed 
Search Function [π,∫] -33-Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom 
Function [π,∑,∏,∫]...

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≥When the Magic Wire Remote Control with 
Narration Mic is connected to [REMOTE] 
Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the 
narration microphone is activated and the 
built-in microphone on the Camcorder is 
deactivated.
(81)Clip
≥Insert the plug securely into the [REMOTE] 
Jack as far as it will go. A loose connection 
will affect normal operation.
The Remote Controller
ªInserting a Button-type BatteryBefore using the Remote Controller, insert the 
supplied button-type battery.
1While...

Before Use
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Power Supply
ªUsing the AC Adaptor
1
Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder.2Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor.3Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor 
and the AC Jack.
≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug does not fit 
entirely into the AC Adaptor jack. A gap will 
remain as shown 1.
≥Before connecting or disconnecting the 
power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on 
the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that 
[POWER] Lamp is not lit.
ªUsing the BatteryBefore use, fully charge the Battery.
≥We...

Before Use
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The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt
ªTo Use as a Grip BeltAdjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of 
your hand.
1Detach the end of the Grip Belt.
2Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size 
of your hand.
3Reattach the Grip Belt.
ªTo Use as a Hand StrapUsing the Grip Belt as the hand strap makes it 
easier to handle and carry a Camcorder. It is 
more convenient to use with the Magic Wire 
Remote Control with Narration Mic (optional).
1Open the Lock Cover (20) by holding the...

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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
We recommend that you attach the Shoulder 
Strap before going out to avoid dropping the 
Camcorder.
1Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through 
the Shoulder Strap Holder (45) on the 
Camcorder.
2Fold 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...

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Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor
ªUsing the ViewfinderBefore using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of 
view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder 
become clear and easy to read.
1Pull the Viewfinder.
2Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector 
Knob (34).
To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the 
LCD Monitor
Set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON].
≥The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD 
Monitor is opened.
≥When you turn the Camcorder off, this setting is 
cancelled....

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Using the Menu Screen
To facilitate the selection of a desired function or 
setup, this Camcorder displays various function 
setups on Menus.
≥When operating the menu with the Viewfinder, 
set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or 
rotate the LCD monitor by 180o.
1Press the [MENU] Button (14).
≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode 
selected by using the Mode Dial 
(39) is 
displayed.
2Press the [;/∫] Button to select a desired 
Sub-Menu.
≥Press the [;/∫] Button to display the 
highlighted...

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[C.RESET]
Counter Reset -57-≥It resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot 
reset the Time Code.
5) [LCD/EVF]
LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu
[LCD/EVF SET]
LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment 
-17-[SELF REC]
Recording Yourself -23-[EVF ON/AUTO]
Using the Viewfinder -17-6) [INITIAL]
Initial Setup Sub-Menu
[BLANK SEARCH]
Blank Search 
-22-[DEMO MODE]
Demonstration Mode
≥If no operation takes place for approximately 
10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to 
the Camcorder and the [OFF/ON] Switch...

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Setting Date and Time
Since the internal clock of the Camcorder has a 
slight imprecision make sure to check the time 
before recording.
1Set [TAPE RECORDINGMENU] >> [INITIAL] 
>> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].
2Press the [;/∫] Button to select [YEAR], 
[MONTH], [DAY], [HOUR] or [MIN.] and 
press the [6/5] Button to set it to the 
desired value.
≥Year will cycle in the order shown below.
2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...
3Press the [MENU] Button (14) to finish 
setting the date and time.
≥The clock...