Panasonic Pv Gs85 Operating Instructions Manual

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.     
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.       
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Digital Video Camcorder
Operating Instructions
 Model No. 
PV-GS85
PV-GS80
Mini
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, 
please read the instructions completely. 
PPC...

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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 Camcorder. Be sure to retain 
this manual as your convenient Camcorder 
information source.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR...

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO 
NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADAFCC 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...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the 
unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for 
future reference.
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...

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Precautions
USE & LOCATION
≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your 
Camcorder and power supply should not be 
exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the 
power supply or operate your Camcorder if it 
gets wet. Your Camcorder 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 
Camcorder. Do not...

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Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited 
viewing.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain 
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights 
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, 
and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise...

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Contents
Before using
Quick Guide .....................................................  9
Accessories ...................................................  11
Parts identification and handling ....................  11
Attaching the lens cap ...................................  13
How to remove the Sensor tag
(for U.S.A. only)...........................................  13
The grip belt ...................................................  13
Power supply...

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Playback mode
Playing back tape ..........................................  40
Frame-by-frame playback ..............................  41
Playback on TV..............................................  41
Playing back card (PV-GS85 only) ................  42
Deleting files recorded on a card
(PV-GS85 only) ...........................................  43
Formatting a card (PV-GS85 only) ................  43
Protecting files on a card 
(PV-GS85 only) ...........................................  44...

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Quick Guide
ªCharging the battery
1Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor 
and the AC Jack.
2Put the battery on the battery mount by 
aligning the mark, and then securely plug it 
in.
ª
Attaching the batteryPush the battery against the battery holder and 
slide it until it clicks.
ª
Inserting/removing a cassette
1Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the 
cassette cover.
2After the cassette holder is opened, insert/
remove the cassette.
3Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close...

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ªHow to turn off the power
1While pressing the button 1, set the 
[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].
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Recording on a tape≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1Press the recording start/stop button to 
start recording.
2Press the recording start/stop button again 
to pause recording.
ª
Recording still pictures onto a card 
(Photoshot) (only for PV-GS85)
≥Set to Card Recording Mode.
1Press the Photoshot button  [ ].
ª
Playing back tape≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.
1Operate with joystick.
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