Panasonic Pv Gs70 Operating Instructions Manual

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7) Shoulder Strap (l 20)
8) SD Memory Card (l 79)
9) CD-ROM:
USB Driver (l69)
DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (l 74)
G.726 Audio Decoder (l75)
ArcSoft Software (l76)
≥Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 2001. 
ArcSoft, the ArcSoft logo, ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4.0, ArcSoft 
PhotoBase 4.0, ArcSoft Panorama Maker 3.0 and PhotoPrinter 4.0 
are trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc.
≥Microsoft
® Windows®, NetMeeting® and DirectX®, are registered 
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.
≥Intel
®, Pentium®, and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or 
trademarks of the Intel Corporation.
≥All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these 
instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their 
respective corporations.
≥The names of the products you are using may differ from the 
names given in the text. Depending on the operating environment 
and other factors, the contents of the screens used in these 
instructions may not necessarily match what you will see on your 
screen.
≥Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in 
English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as 
well.
≥In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB 
Terminal is referred to as Palmcorder.
≥These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the 
personal computer or define any terms. For this information, refer 
to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal 
computer.
10) USB Cable (l 69)
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Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the 
LCD Monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 
113,000 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.
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Quick Guide
1Charge the Battery. (l 18)
≥Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor and plug it into the 
AC Wall Outlet.
≥Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor. (This will start the 
charging process.)
≥The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and 
charging starts. When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging 
is completed.
≥Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is 
connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it.
2Attach the Charged Battery to the Palmcorder. (l 18)
3Insert the Cassette. (l 20)
≥Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] 
1 Lever toward the front and pull 
down to open the Cassette Compartment.
≥Insert the Cassette.
≥Press the [PUSH] mark 
2 to load the Cassette.
≥Close the outside compartment Cover.
4Start recording. (l 28)
≥Turn the Palmcorder on. (l 20)
≥Rotate the Switch 
3 to [ON]. (The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up.)
≥Press the 4 Button. (Recording starts.)
≥Press the 4 Button again to pause the recording.
To View the Playback Picture
5Switch to the VCR Mode, rewind the tape, and play 
the tape back. 
(l 43)
≥Set the 
5 Switch to VCR mode. (The [VCR] Lamp lights up.)
≥Press the 6 Button. (Rewind the tape.)
≥Press the 7 Button. (Playback starts.)
≥Press the 
8 Button. (Playback stops.)
6Turn the Palmcorder off. (l 20)
≥Set the 9 Switch to [OFF].
OFFONMODE
1
2
3
4
5, 6 
1
CAMERAVCRCARD PB
34
7 8 6SEARCH
BACK
LIGHTFADE
2
CAMERAVCRCARD PB
5 9
OPEN /
EJECT
OFFONMODE
PUSH
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Controls and Components
1) LCD Monitor (l21, 96)
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≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may 
be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. 
However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the 
recorded picture.
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2) LCD Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN] (l21)
3) Accessory Shoe
4) Card Access Lamp [ACCESS] (l52)
5) Card Slot Cover (l52)
6) Card Slot (l52)
7) Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN1] (l52) 
8) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l43, 44)
Reverse Search Button [SEARCHs] (l28)
Recording Check Button [S] (l28)
9) Play Button [1] (l43, 57, 61)
Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] (l33)
10) Fast Forward/Cue Button [5]
 (l44)
Forward Search Button [SEARCHr] (l28)
11) Title Button [TITLE] (l63)
12) MAGICPIX Button [MAGICPIX] (l34)
13) Stop Button [∫] (l43, 57, 61)
Fade Button [FADE] (l32)
14) Still Button [;] (l45, 57, 61)
Camera Still Button [STILL] (l30)
15) Multi-Picture Button [MULTI] (l42, 49)
Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] (l41)
16) Self-timer Button [SELF TIMER] (l30)
17) Tele Macro Button [TELE MACRO] (l31)
18) Soft Skin Button [SOFT SKIN] (l34)
19) Zoom Lever [W/T] (l31)
20) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l30, 53)
21) Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] (l29)
22) Quick Start Recording Lamp (l29)
23) Multi-Function Dial [PUSH] (l22, 27, 37, 43, 45)
24) Viewfinder (l21, 96)
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≥Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may 
be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. 
However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the 
recorded picture.
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25) Menu Button [MENU] (l22)
26) Reset Button [RESET] (l102)
27) Easy-Grip Strap (l19)
28) Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] 
(l28, 35, 37)
29) Tape/Card Selector [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] (l28, 52)
P
U
SH
/CLOSE
P
US
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/CLOSE
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SOFT
SKINPUSH
CLOSETELE
MACROSELF
TIMER
SEARCHSEARCHTITLEBACK
LIGHT
FADEMAGICPIXSTILLMULTI/
P-IN-P
16) 17) 18)
WTPHOTO
SHOT
PUSH
WB/SHUTTER
IRIS/MF/VOL/JOG
19)
20)
23)
STARTQUICK
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30) Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] (l20)
31) DV Input/Output Terminal [DV] (l68)
≥Connect this to the digital video equipment.
32) S-Video Input/Output Jack [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] (l50)
33) Operation Mode Lamps [CAMERA/VCR/CARD PB] 
(l22, 28, 43, 57)
34) Recording Start/Stop Button (l28, 56)
35) Off/On Mode Selector Switch [OFF/ON/MODE] (l20, 28, 43)
36) Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] (l18) 
37) Battery Holder (l18)
38) Shoulder Strap Holders (l20)
39) Eyepiece Corrector Knob (l21)
40) Tripod Receptacle
≥Use for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripod.
41) Cassette Holder (l20)
42) Cassette Compartment Cover (l20)
43) USB Jack (l71)
44) MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic Jack 
[REMOTE] (l 16)
Microphone Jack [MIC] (l90)
≥Connecting with an external microphone or audio equipment. 
(When this Jack is in use, the built-in microphone does not 
operate.)
≥When connecting the remote controller to the [PHONES] 
Socket, the Palmcorder may not operate properly.
45) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack [AV IN/OUT] (l 50)
Headphone Jack [PHONES] (l 89)
≥Connecting an AV Cable to this Jack activates the 
Palmcorder’s built-in speaker, but connecting a headphone, 
etc. deactivates it.
≥When plugging the pin plug of the AV cable into the AV output 
terminal, plug it in as far as it goes.
46) Speaker
47) Remote Control Sensor (l 17)
White Balance Sensor (l 38, 98)
48) Microphone (Built-in, stereo)
49) Rec Lamp (l 28)
50) Built-in Video Flash (l 39)
51) Lens Hood (l 97)
52) Easy-Grip Strap Release Button (l 19)
53) Easy-Grip Strap Lock Cover (l 19)
54) Flash Open Lever [FLASHL] (l 39)
55) Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)
≥LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica microsystems IR 
GmbH and DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica 
Camera AG.
56) Focus Ring (l 37)
57) Eyecup
40)
37) 36)38)
39)
AV IN/OUT
PHONES
REMOTE/MIC(PLUG IN POWER)
43)
44)
45)
41)
42)
46)
48)47)49)
50)
54)51)
55) 56)
DVS-VIDEO
IN/OUT
30)
32) 31)
33)CAMERAVCRCARD PB
57)
OFFONMODE
34)
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Remote Controller
Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the 
Palmcorder, most of the Palmcorder functions can be operated from 
a distance.
Remote Controller Buttons
1) Date and Time Button [DATE/TIME] (l 84)
2) Indication Output Button [OSD] (l 50)
3) Counter Reset Button [RESET] (l 98)
4) Indication Shift Button [COUNTER] (l 84)
5) Multi-Picture/Picture-in-Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P] 
(l41, 42, 49)
6) Recording Button [REC] (l67, 68)
7) Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] (l 51)
8) Upward Direction Button [π] (for Playback Zoom Function) 
(l 46)
9) Left/Right Direction Button [∑, ∏]
(for Playback Zoom Function) (l 46)
10) Downward Direction Button [∫]
(for Playback Zoom Function) (l 46)
11) Slow Motion/Still Advance Button [E, D] 
(E : reverse direction, D: normal direction) (l 45)
12) Index Search Button [:, 9]
(:: reverse direction, 9: normal direction) (l 47)
13) Selection Button [SELECT] (l 48)
14) Store Button [STORE] (l 48)
15) Off/On Button [OFF/ON] (l 48)
16) Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL] (l 31, 43, 46)
17) Variable Speed Search Button [VAR.SEARCH] (l44)
18) Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] (l 46)
19) Speed Selection Button [π, ∫]
(for Variable Speed Search Function) (l44)
The following buttons function in the same manner as the 
corresponding buttons on the Palmcorder.
20) Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] (l44)
21) Play Button [1] (l 43, 57)
22) Rewind/Review Button [6] (l43, 44)
23) Pause Button [;] (l 45, 57)
24) Stop Button [∫] (l 43, 57)
25) PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 30, 53)
26) Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] (l28)
27) Title Button [TITLE] (l 63)
28) Menu Button [MENU] (l 22)
29) Item Set Button [SET] (l 22)
30) Item Select Button [ITEM] (l 22)
ZOOM
INDEX INDEX
SELECT
STORESTOP
KL∫
OSD
COUNTER
V/REW
STILL ADV
OFF/ON
P.B.DIGITAL
DATE/
TIME
RESET
TITLE T
W
sVOLr¥RECMULTI/
P-IN-PPHOTO
SHOTSTART/
STOP
A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
FF/W
STILL ADV
MENU
ITEMSET
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VAR.
SEARCHP.B.
ZOOM
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ZOOM
INDEX INDEX
SELECT
STORESTOP
KL∫
OSD
COUNTER
V/REW
STILL ADV
OFF/ON
P.B.DIGITAL
DATE/
TIME
RESET
TITLET
W
sVOLr¥RECMULTI/
P-IN-PPHOTO
SHOTSTART/
STOP
A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
FF/W
STILL ADV
MENU
ITEMSET
61 5
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VAR.
SEARCHP.B.
ZOOM18)
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11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
ZOOM
INDEX INDEX
SELECT
STORESTOP
KL∫
OSD
COUNTER
V/REW
STILL ADV
OFF/ON
P.B.DIGITAL
DATE/
TIME
RESET
TITLE T
W
sVOLr¥RECMULTI/
P-IN-PPHOTO
SHOTSTART/
STOP
A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
FF/W
STILL ADV
MENU
ITEMSET
61 5
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VAR.
SEARCHP.B.
ZOOM
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ªMagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic
This controller allows the scene to be shot in various angles, high to 
low and is also convenient when a Tripod is used. When the 
MagicWire Remote Control with Narration Mic is not in use, attach 
its clip to the Easy-Grip Strap for convenience.
This controller allows the camera to be used more conveniently by a 
left-handed user.
≥When using the MagicWire Remote Control with Narration MIC, 
plug its connector into the [REMOTE], [MIC] Jack of the 
Palmcorder as far as it goes.
1Narration Microphone [MIC] (l 29)
2Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]
3Zoom Lever [W/T]
≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stages.
4PhotoShot Button [PHOTO SHOT]
5Narration Microphone Button [TALK] (l 29)
≥When connecting the MagicWire Remote Control with 
Narration Mic to [REMOTE] Jack and the [TALK] Button is 
pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate.
6Clip
ªInserting the Button-type Battery
Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button-type 
battery.
1While pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery 
Holder.
2Insert the button-type battery with the imprint (i) 
facing upward.
3Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.
≥When the button-type battery becomes weak, replace it with a new 
CR2025 battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about one 
year, however, it depends on operation frequency.)
≥Be sure to match the poles properly when inserting the battery.
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Warning
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended 
by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries 
according to manufacturer’s instructions.
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, 
disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or incinerate. Keep the 
Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put 
Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor.
............................................................................................................
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of 
another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. 
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
1
2
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ZOOM
INDEX INDEX
SELECT
STORESTOP
KL∫
OSD
COUNTER
V/REW
STILL ADV
OFF/ONP.B.DIGITAL
DATE/
TIME
RESET TITLE T
W
sVO Lr¥REC MULTI/
P-IN-PPHOTO
SHOTSTART/
STOP
A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
FF/W
STILL ADV
MENU
ITEMSET
61 5
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VA R .
SEARCHP.B.
ZOOM
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1
15˚
15˚
15˚ 10˚
ªUsing the Remote Controller
1
Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control 
Sensor on the Palmcorder and press the desired 
button.
≥Distance from the Palmcorder: Within approximately 15 feet 
(5 meters)
≥Angle: Within approximately 10o in the upward, and 15o in the 
downward and horizontal directions from the central 
axis
≥The above operating ranges are for indoor use. Outdoors, or under 
strong light, the equipment may not operate properly even within 
the above ranges.
≥Within 3 feet (1 meter) range, you can also use the Remote 
Controller on the side (the LCD Monitor side) of the Palmcorder.
Selecting Remote Controller Modes
When 2 Palmcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated 
individually by selecting different Remote Controller Modes.
≥If the Remote Controller Mode on the Palmcorder and Remote 
Controller do not match, [REMOTE] is displayed.
Setting on the Palmcorder:
Set [REMOTE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to the 
desired Remote Controller Mode.
Setting on the Remote Controller:
[VCR1]: Press the [D] Button and [∫] Button simultaneously. 
1[VCR2]: Press the [E] Button and [∫] Button simultaneously. 2
≥When the battery in the Remote Controller is replaced, the Mode is 
automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode.
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1
22PUSHBATT
1
OFFONMODE
Power Supply
ªUsing the AC Adaptor
1
Insert the battery-shaped connector of the DC Cable 
into the Battery Holder on the Palmcorder.
2Connect the DC Cable to the [DC OUT] Jack on the 
AC Adaptor.
3Connect the AC Adaptor and AC Cable.≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug cannot be pushed fully into the AC 
Adaptor Jack. A gap will remain as shown 1.
≥Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the 
[OFF/ON/MODE] Switch on the Palmcorder to [OFF] and make 
sure that [CAMERA/VCR/CARD PB] Lamps are not lit.
≥Battery cannot be charged if DC Cable is connected to AC 
Adaptor.
ªUsing the Battery
Before use, fully charge the battery.
1Attach the Battery to AC Adaptor and charge it.
≥Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is 
connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it.
≥The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and 
charging starts.
≥When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.
2Attach the charged Battery to the Palmcorder.
Disconnecting the Power Source
Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch 1 to [OFF], and while pressing the 
[PUSH BATT] Button 2, slide the Battery or battery-shaped 
connector upward to disconnect it.
≥When attaching or removing battery, set [OFF/ON/MODE] 
Switch to [OFF] and make sure the Operation Mode Lamp is 
not lit.
≥When the Palmcorder is used for a long period of time, the Camera 
body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.
≥If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up, although the Battery is 
attached to the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.
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Charging Time and Available Recording 
Time 
A Charging Time
B Maximum Continuous Recording Time
≥“2 h 45 min.” indicates 2 hours and 45 minutes.
≥Battery CGA-DU14 is supplied.
≥The hours shown in the table are approximate hours.
≥The numeric characters in parentheses indicate the recording time 
when the LCD monitor is used. In actual use, the available 
recording time may be shorter in some cases.
≥The hours shown in the table are for continuous recording at a 
temperature of 68xF (20xC) and humidity of 60%. If the Battery is 
charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may 
be longer.
≥We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21 for 
long time recording (2 hours or more continuous recording, 1 hour 
or more for intermittent recording).A
B
A
A
B B1 h 30 min.
1 h 25 min. 
(1 h 5 min.)CGA-DU07
2 h 45 min.
2 h 50 min. 
(2 h 10 min.)
3 h 55 min.
4 h 15 min. 
(3 h 15 min.)CGA-DU14
CGA-DU21
1
3 2
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3 24
1
5
Lens Cap and Easy-Grip Strap
ªAttach the Lens Cap
To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.
1Pass the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the hole 
in the Easy-Grip Strap Attachment part and the Lens 
Cap through the Lens Cap Cord.
≥The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the Easy-Grip Strap 1. (When you are not recording, be sure to keep the Lens Cap 
attached to the Lens for protection.)
ªAdjust the Easy-Grip Strap
Adjust the length of the Easy-Grip Strap to the size of your hand.
1Detach the tip of the Easy-Grip Strap and adjust the 
length of it.
2Reattach the tip of the Easy-Grip Strap.
ªTo Use as a Free Style Easy-Grip Strap
Using the Easy-Grip Strap as the Free Style Easy-Grip Strap makes 
it easier to handle and carry the Palmcorder. 1 It is also convenient 
when used in combination with the MagicWire Remote Control with 
Narration Mic.
1Open the Lock Cover 2 by holding tabs 3 on both 
sides.
2Keep pressing on the Lock Button 4 and pull it off.
≥Hold the Palmcorder securely.
≥Close the Lock Cover 
2 after pulling off.
3Slide the pad of the Easy-Grip Strap.
4Attach the Easy-Grip Strap around your wrist.
When re-attaching the Grip Belt Attachment to the Palmcorder
1Push until it locks with a click.
≥To prevent from getting unlocked accidentally, press on 5 and 
mount securely.
1
1
1
2
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Attaching the Shoulder Strap
We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going 
outdoors to record so as to avoid dropping the Palmcorder.
1Pass the tip of the Shoulder Strap through the 
Shoulder Strap Holders on the Palmcorder and pull 
the Shoulder Strap.
2Fold the tips of the Shoulder Strap, pass 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.
≥Please perform this step on the other side as well.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Inserting a Cassette
1Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever toward the front and 
pull down to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.
2Insert a Cassette.
3Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] 
mark 
1.
4Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.
≥For other notes, see page 85.
ªAccidental Erasure Prevention
Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 2 on the cassette 
(by sliding it in the [SAVE] arrow direction) prevents recording. To 
enable recording, close the accidental erasure protection slider (by 
sliding it in the [REC] arrow direction.)
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Turning on/off the Palmcorder and 
Selecting Modes
Turn on the power first and then select Modes.
ªHow to Turn on the Power
1
Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [ON] while 
pressing the 
1 Button.
≥The [CAMERA] Lamp lights up.
ªHow to Switch Modes
2
Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch.
≥With each rotation, the Mode switches in the order of Camera 
Mode, VCR Mode, and Card Playback Mode.
≥The appropriate Mode Lamp lights up.
ªHow to Turn off the Power
3
Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF] while 
pressing the 
1 Button.
1
2
1
3, 4
2 1
OPEN /
EJECT
2
R E C
SAVE
1
PUSH
OFFONMODE
1, 2 3
CAMERAVCRCARD PB
1
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