Panasonic Pv Gs500 Operating Instructions Manual

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≥The Camcorder body may be discolored and the 
surface finish may peel off.
≥Wipe the Camcorder with a soft dry cloth to 
remove dust and fingerprints. To remove 
stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked 
in a neutral detergent diluted with water and 
wipe the Camcorder with it. Afterwards, wipe it 
with a dry cloth.
≥When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the 
instructions.
Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance 
purposes or other business use.
≥If you use the...

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ªAbout the cassetteNever place the cassette in a high temperature 
place.
≥The tape may be damaged, producing 
mosaic-like noise at the time of playback.
When storing the cassette after use, be sure 
to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it 
out. 
≥If the cassette is left for more than 6 months 
(depending on the storage condition) in the 
Camcorder or stopped midway, the tape may 
sag and be damaged.
≥Once every 6 months, wind the tape to the end 
and then rewind it to the...

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Viewfinder
≥To remove dust from inside the viewfinder, 
dismount the viewfinder first. When the dust is 
difficult to remove, get rid of it with a cotton 
swab dampened with water. Then wipe the 
viewfinder with a dry cotton swab.
≥To clean the inside of the viewfinder, keep 
pressing 1 and hold the eyecup 2 and pull it 
out.
 
ªPeriodical check-ups≥To maintain the highest image quality, we 
recommend replacing worn parts such as heads 
after approx. 1000 hours of use. (This, however,...

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ªWhite balanceThe image recorded by the Camcorder may 
become bluish or reddish under the influence of 
light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust 
the white balance.
White balance adjustment determines the white 
color under different light sources. By recognizing 
which is the white color under sunlight and which 
is the white color under a fluorescent lamp, the 
Camcorder can adjust the balance among the 
other colors.
Since white is the reference of all colors (light), 
the...

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Specifications
Digital Video Camcorder
Information for your safety
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 digital recording
16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) 
Image sensor:
1/4.7-inch 3CCD image sensor...

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AC adaptorInformation for your safety
Dimensions:
Approx. 61 mm (W)
k32 mm (H)k91 mm (D)
Approx. 2.40 inch (W)k1.26 inch (H)k3.58 inch (D)
Mass:
Approx. 110g (0.24 lbs)
Weight and dimensions are approximate values.
Specifications may change without prior notice.
4:3 mode:
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¢ is displayed only in Tape Recording Mode.≥The numbers shown in the table are approximations.≥These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.Power source:
AC 110V to 240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption:...

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Camcorder Accessory System
*Please refer to page -17-, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.
*NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local 
dealer.
Accessory# 
*CGA-DU21A/1B
PV-DDC9 (For USA)
PV-DDC9-K (For Canada)
Description
2040 mAh/Rechargeable  
Lithium Ion Battery Pack
DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)  
(4-pin to 4-pin)     
Figure
RP-SDK02GU1A
RP-SDK01GU1A
RP-SDK512U1A
RP-SDH256U1A
RP-SDQ02GU1A
RP-SDQ01GU1A...

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Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)
In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR PALMCORDER 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...

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Request for Service Notice (USA Only)
Request for Service Notice:   
Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice, in the 
unlikely event this product needs service.
Please include 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:...

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Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)
Panasonic/Quasar Video Products 
Limited Warranty 
Product
Camcorder
DVD/VCR Deck,
A/V Mixer 
TV/VCR, TV/DVD,
TV/DVD/VCR
Combination 
TV/HDR
Combination
Rechargeable
Batteries
(in exchange for
defective item)  
Tape
(in exchange for
defective item)   
Memory Cards
(in exchange for
defective item)   
LaborNinety (90) Days 
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Not Applicable 
Not...