Panasonic Pv Gs50 Operating Instructions Manual

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Digital Video Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Model No. PV-GS50
 PV-GS50-K
Mini
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, 
please read these instructions thoroughly. 
PV-GS50P.book  1...

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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic! 
You have purchased one of the most 
sophisticated and reliable products on the 
market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will 
bring you and your family years of enjoyment. 
Please take time to fill in the information on the 
right.
The serial number is on the tag located on the 
underside of your Palmcorder. Be sure to retain 
this manual as your convenient Palmcorder 
information source.
Date of Purchase 
Dealer Purchased From 
Dealer...

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FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee 
that...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized...

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Precautions
USE & LOCATION
≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your 
Palmcorder and power supply should not be 
exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the 
power supply or operate your Palmcorder if it 
gets wet. Your Palmcorder has been designed 
for outdoor use, however it is not designed to 
sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, 
snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a 
pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could 
permanently damage the internal parts of your 
Palmcorder. Do not...

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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
End User License Agreement (for USB Driver,  SD Viewer and DV 
STUDIO)
You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement 
(“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does 
not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita 
Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Matsushita”), its distributors or...

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Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement
YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THIS IS A LEGAL 
DOCUMENT WHICH CONSTITUTES YOUR AGREEMENT AS END USER FOR THE USE OF THE 
SOFTWARE IN THAT PACKAGE. BY INSTALLING THIS SOFTWARE, YOU INDICATE YOUR 
ACCEPTANCE OF THIS LIMITED USE SOFTWARE LICENSE.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, PROMPTLY RETURN THE DISK 
PACKAGE AND THE ACCOMPANYING ITEMS WITH YOUR...

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Contents
Before UsingStandard Accessories .......................................... 10
Quick Guide .........................................................12
To View the Playback Picture ..............................12
Controls and Components ................................... 13
Remote Controller ................................................15
Power Supply ....................................................... 18
Charging Time and Available Recording 
Time...

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OthersIndications ............................................................80
Initializing the Modes ........................................... 83
Warning/Alarm Indications ...................................83
Notes & Precautions ............................................84
Cautions for Use ..................................................92
Explanation of Terms ........................................... 95
Specifications .......................................................97
Palmcorder...

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Before Using
Standard Accessories
Illustrated on the left are accessories packaged with the Palmcorder.
1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (l 18)
≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.
2) Battery Pack (l 18)
≥Supplies power to the Palmcorder.
3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery (l 15, 16, 17)
4) MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic (l 16)
5) Lens Cap (l 19)
6) A/V Cable (l 49)
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