Panasonic Pv Gs500 Operating Instructions Manual
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Others 81LSQT0975 ≥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 Camcorder for a long time, the internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction. ≥This Camcorder is not intended for business use. When you are not going to use Camcorder for an extended time ≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or a cabinet, it is recommended that you put a desiccant (silica gel) in with it. ª About the batteryThe battery used in the Camcorder is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is susceptible to temperature and humidity, and the effect of temperature increases with increasing or decreasing temperature. In the low temperature range, the fully charged indication may not appear, or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after the start of use. At high temperature, moreover, the protection function may work, disabling use of the Camcorder. Be sure to detach the battery after use. ≥If the battery is left attached to the Camcorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Camcorder power is [OFF]. If the battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The battery may become unusable after it is charged. ≥The battery should be stored in a cool place free from humidity, with as constant temperature as possible. (Recommended temperature: 15oC to 25oC (59oF to 77oF), Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%) ≥Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery. ≥If the battery is kept in a high-temperature, high- humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions. ≥To store the battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you have completely used up the charged capacity. ≥Dust and other matter attached to the battery terminals should be removed. Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording. ≥Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the period during you want to record pictures in. In cold places such as a ski resort, the period during which you can record pictures is shortened. ≥When you travel, do not forget to bring an AC adaptor so that you can recharge the batteries at your destination. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are deformed. ≥Attaching a deformed battery to the Camcorder or AC adaptor may damage the Camcorder or AC adaptor. Do not throw old battery into fire. ≥Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion. ≥If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery. ªAbout the AC adaptor≥If the battery is warm, charging requires more time than normal. ≥If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] lamp may continue flashing, and the battery may not be charged. After the battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, recharging starts automatically. So, wait for a while. If the lamp still continues flashing even after the recharging, the battery or AC adaptor may be faulty. If so, please contact a dealer. ≥If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from radio. ≥When using the AC adaptor, it may generate whirring sounds. However, this is normal. ≥After use, be sure to pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack. (If they are left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.) ≥Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor and battery clean. LSQT0975_ENG.book 81 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 82LSQT0975 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 beginning. If the cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, the tape may be deformed by expansion or shrinkage attributable to temperature and humidity. The wound tape may stick to itself. ≥Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), and humidity may damage the tape. Such usage may cause damage to the Camcorder and the heads. ≥After use, be sure to rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in the case to protect it from dust, and store it upright. Keep the cassette away from strong magnetism. ≥Apparatus using magnets such as magnetic necklaces and toys have magnetic force that is stronger than expected, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may increase noise. ª About the cardWhen inserting or removing the card, always set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. When the access lamp is illuminated (During access to the card), do not pull out the card, rotate the mode dial, turn off the power, or cause any vibrations or impact. Do not leave the card in places where there is high temperature or direct sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated. Moreover, do not fold or drop the card. ≥The card may break or the contents of the card may be destroyed or erased. After use, be sure to remove the card from the Camcorder for storage. ≥After use, or when storing or carrying the card, put it in the storage case. ≥Do not allow dust, water, or foreign substances to adhere to the terminals on the back of the card. Moreover, do not touch the terminals with your hand.≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ª Folder structure of the cardThe folder structure of the card formatted by the Camcorder will be displayed on the PC as the illustration below. ≥Up to 999 pictures can be recorded on 100CDPFP folder etc. ≥Files with the DPOF settings can be recorded on MISC folder. ª LCD monitor/viewfinderLCD monitor ≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth. ≥In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth. ≥If your Camcorder is extremely cold, the LCD monitor is slightly darker than usual immediately after you turn the power on. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to normal brightness. Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 123,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 256 LSQT0975_ENG.book 82 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 83LSQT0975 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, depends on operating conditions including temperature, humidity and dust.) Explanation of terms ªAutomatic white balanceWhite balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color will become a pure white. The Camcorder determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This is called automatic white balance adjustment. However, since the Camcorder only stores white color information under several light sources, automatic white balance adjustment does not function normally under the other light sources. Outside of the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. For light outside the functional auto white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode. 1) The effective range of automatic white balance adjustment on this Camcorder 2) Blue sky 3) Cloudy sky (rain) 4) TV screen 5) Sunlight 6) White fluorescent lamp 7) Halogen light bulb 8) Incandescent light bulb 9) Sunrise or sunset 10) Candlelight Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 123,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. 1 2 10 000K 9 000K 8 000K 7 000K 6 000K 5 000K 4 000K 3 000K 2 000K 1 000K2) 1)3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) LSQT0975_ENG.book 83 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 84LSQT0975 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 Camcorder can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference white color. ª Auto focusAuto focus automatically moves the focusing lens forward and backward inside the Camcorder to bring the subject into focus. Auto focus has the following characteristics. ≥Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are seen more clearly. ≥Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast into focus. ≥Focuses on the screen center only. Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. Recording a subject with one end located closer to the Camcorder and the other end farther away from it ≥As auto focus adjusts at the center of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both the foreground and background. Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass≥The subject behind the glass will not be focused because the focus is on the dirty glass. Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects ≥The recording subject may become blurry because the Camcorder focuses on the objects with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects. Recording a subject in dark surroundings ≥The Camcorder cannot focus correctly because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably. Recording a fast-moving subject ≥As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically, it cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject. Recording a subject with little contrast ≥A subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry because the Camcorder achieves focus based upon the vertical lines of an image. LSQT0975_ENG.book 84 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 85LSQT0975 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 [Effective pixels] Moving picture: 700 K k3 (4:3), 730 Kk3 (16:9)/ Still picture: 990 Kk3 (4:3), 740 Kk3 (16:9)/ Total: 1070 Kk3 Lens: Auto iris, F1.6 to F2.8, Focal length; 3.3 mm to 39.6 mm, Macro (Full range AF) Filter diameter: 43 mm Zoom: 12:1 Power zoom Monitor: 2.7-inch LCD Viewfinder: Color electronic viewfinder Microphone: Stereo (with a zoom function) Speaker: 1 round speaker ‰ 20 mm Standard illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum required illumination: 2 lx (MagicPix function) Video output level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75≠ S-Video output level: Y Output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75≠ C Output: 0.286 Vp-p, 75≠ Audio output level (Line): 316 mV, 600≠ Mic input: Mic sensitivity –50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack) USB: Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant (Hi-Speed) No copyright protection support PictBridge-compliant Digital interface: DV input/output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin) Flash: GN 5.3 Dimensions: Approx. 91 mm (W) k73 mm (H) k153 mm (D) Approx. 3.6 inch (W) k2.9 inch (H) k6.1 inch (D) (excluding the projection parts) Mass: Approx. 570g (1.26 lbs) (without supplied battery, DV cassette and lens cap) Operating temperature: 0 oC to 40oC (32oF to 104oF) Operating humidity: 10% to 80% Card memory functions Recording media: SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/ 128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (Maximum)) Still picture recording file format: JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding Still picture size: 2288 k1728 2288k1288 1600k1200 1280k960 1280k720 640k480 640k360 WEB camera Compression: Motion JPEG Image size: 320 k240 pixels (QVGA) Frame rate: Approx. 6 fps Power source: DC 7.9/7.2 V Power consumption: Recording 6.0 W Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic. co.jp/pavc/global/cs LSQT0975_ENG.book 85 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 86LSQT0975 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: ≥ ¢ 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: 19 W DC output: DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Camcorder operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging) Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional) 16:9/PRO-CINEMA mode: PICTURE SIZE ¢ PICT. QUALITY 8MB45951219 3 5 16 MB 100 200 29 46 8 14 32 MB 220 440 64 98 19 30 64 MB 440 880 130 200 40 64 128 MB 880 1760 250 390 78 125 256 MB 1760 3520 530 810 165 260 512 MB 3520 7040 1040 1600 330 510 1 GB 7040 14080 2090 3200 650 1030 2 GB 14080 28160 4250 6510 1330 2090 PICTURE SIZE PICT. QUALITY 8MB45959155924 16 MB 100 200 21 35 13 21 6 10 32 MB 220 440 47 75 30 47 14 22 64 MB 440 880 98 155 63 98 30 47 128 MB 880 1760 185 300 120 185 57 91 256 MB 1760 3520 390 620 250 390 120 190 512 MB 3520 7040 780 1230 500 780 240 380 1 GB 7040 14080 1550 2470 1010 1550 480 770 2 GB 14080 28160 3160 5030 2050 3160 990 1560 0.213 0.3M1M2M4M LSQT0975_ENG.book 86 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 87LSQT0975 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 RP-SD512BU1A RP-SD256BU1A RP-SD128BU1A RP-SD064BPPA RP-SD032BPPA BN-SDPC3EPro High Speed 2 GB SD Memory Card Pro High Speed 1 GB SD Memory Card Pro High Speed 512 MB SD Memory Card Super High Speed 256 MB SD Memory Card High Speed 2 GB SD Memory Card High Speed 1 GB SD Memory Card High Speed 512 MB SD Memory Card High Speed 256 MB SD Memory Card High Speed 128 MB SD Memory Card High Speed 64 MB SD Memory Card High Speed 32 MB SD Memory Card SD PCMCIA Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard) *CGR-DU06A/1B PV-DAC14 *CGA-DU12A/1B640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cables 1150 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack Carrying Case PV-HB002 (USA only) VW-LDC10 Video DC Light (10 W) (CGR-DU06 is necessary to activate it.) VW-LDH3 Video DC Light (3 W) VW-VMH3 Stereo Zoom Microphone VW-FLH3Video Flash LSQT0975_ENG.book 87 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 88LSQT0975 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 Ship To: Mr. Mrs. Ms. First Last Street Address City State Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night( ) 4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address) Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA MasterCard Make Check or Money Order Payable to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash) 2. Items Ordered Quantity Accessory # Price Each Description Total Price 6.95 Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling Total Enclosed 1. Palmcorder Model # DiscoverExpiration Date Credit Card # Customer Signature LSQT0975_ENG.book 88 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 89LSQT0975 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: Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attn: Camcorder Repair LSQT0975_ENG.book 89 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分
Others 90LSQT0975 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 Ninety (90) Days Ninety (90) Days Ninety (90) Days Ninety (90) Days Ninety (90) Days Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Parts One (1) Year (except CCD Image Sensor) CCD Image Sensor - 6 (Six) Months One (1) Year One (1) Year (except CRT) CRT - Two (2) Years One (1) Year (except CRT) CRT - Two (2) Years Ten (10) Days Five (5) Days Ninety (90) Days Contact Number 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1-888-843-9788 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1-800-211-PANA(7262) 1-800-211-PANA(7262) Service Carry-In or Mail-In Carry-In or Mail-In Carry-In: 21” CRTand Smaller In-Home or Carry-In: 22” CRT and Larger In-Home or Carry-In Carry-In or Mail-In Carry-In or Mail-In Carry-In or Mail-In During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product or arrange for in-home service, as applicable, during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service. Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home ServiceFor Carry-In, Mail-In or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be completed in-home, but will require that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned. Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV’s, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANYBREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor. PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Limited Warranty CoverageIf your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor. LSQT0975_ENG.book 90 ページ 2005年12月19日 月曜日 午前9時51分