Panasonic Pv Gs36 Operating Instructions Manual

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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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Auto focus function does not work.•  Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus 
mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.
•  There are some recording subjects and 
surroundings for which the auto focus does not 
operate correctly. (p. 64) If so, use the manual 
focus mode to adjust the focus. (p. 38) 
•  Is the MagicPix function set? When the MagicPix 
function is working,...

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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. 64), or detach the battery or AC adaptor and 
then reattach it. After that, turn on the power 
again. If normal operation is still not restored, 
detach the power connected, and consult the 
dealer who you purchased the Camcorder from.
[PUSH THE RESET SWITCH] is displayed.•  An irregularity in the...

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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.
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...

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6)  Recording a subject with little contrast•  Because the Camcorder achieves focus based 
upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject 
with little contrast, such as a white wall, may 
become blurry.
„  Time CodeTime Code signals are data that indicate time 
measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames
(30 frames per second). If this data is included in a 
recording, an address is assigned to each image on 
the tape.
•  The Time Code is automatically recorded as a part 
of the sub-code at...

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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:...

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  Camcorder Accessory System
Accessory # Figure Description Price
PV-DAC14AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC CablesCall For 
Pricing
CGR-DU06A/1B
640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 
PackCall For 
Pricing
CGA-DU12A/1B
1 150 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery PackCall For 
Pricing
CGA-DU21A/1B
2 040 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery PackCall For 
Pricing
PV-DDC9
DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)
(4-pin to 4-pin)$55.00
RP-SDK02GU1A
RP-SDK01GU1A
RP-SDK512U1A
RP-SDH256U1A
RP-SDQ02GU1A...

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TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR CAMCORDER 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 4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires...

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  Request for Service Notice
Request for Service Notice:
Please photocopy this form when making a re quest for service no tice.
In the unlikely event this product needs service.
• Please in clude your proof of purchase.
  (Failure to do so will delay your repair.)
•  To further speed your repair, please provide an 
explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any 
symptom it is exhibiting.
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:
Panasonic Services Company...

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  Limited Warranty
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, 
DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF 
NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF 
PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.,
AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial 
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic/Quasar Video Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty CoverageIf...