Panasonic Pv Gs9 Operating Instructions Manual

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3  Connect the Camcorder to your personal 
computer with USB Cable.
2  Set [CAMERA] or [PLAYBACK] >> [USB 
FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAMERA].
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1  Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode 
or Tape Playback Mode.
(PV-GS12/ 
PV-GS14/ 
PV-GS15)(PV-GS9)
 Installing WebCam Driver
1  Turn on the personal computer and start up 
Windows.
2  Insert the CD-ROM into the personal 
computer’s CD-ROM drive.
•  Quit all applications.
•  The [Setup Menu] Screen appears.
3  Click the [WebCam Driver].•  The set up program starts running.
[PV-GS15: Supplied] [PV-GS9/PV-GS12/PV-GS14: 
Optional Software]
5  Finish installation by following the on-screen 
instructions.
•  Click [Next] and proceed with installation.
•  After completing the installation, click [Finish].
4  For Windows XP users: 
  Depending on your system environment, 
installation of “DirectX9.0b” may be required. 
Click [Yes] and continue with installation.
•  After “DirectX9.0b” is installed, the computer will 
restart.
•  Do not remove the CD-ROM.
 Connecting the Camcorder to Personal
  Computer (For Using as a Web Camera)
•  “WEB” is displayed on the LCD Monitor of the 
Camcorder.
•When the Camcorder and personal computer (with 
Windows 2000) are connected via USB Cable, a 
message, such as the one below, is displayed. 
However, testing by the manufacturer has 
confi 
rmed functionality of this Camcorder with 
Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.
•  If you use Windows 98SE, the OS installation CD 
may be required.
4  Start the Windows Messenger (For Windows 
XP users) or MSN Messenger (For Windows 
98SE/Me/2000 users).
•  Click [Start] >> [All Programs (Program)] >> 
[Windows Messenger] or [MSN Messenger].
• When you use Windows XP, the other parties via the 
network have to use the Windows Messenger on 
Windows XP. When you use other than Windows XP, 
the other parties via the network have to use MSN 
Messenger on an OS other than Windows XP.
• If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the 
quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on 
the Internet connection status.
• If the USB Cable is disconnected from the personal 
computer, the Web Camera mode is canceled.
• If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, video 
cannot be recorded onto a tape or a card.
• For Windows 98SE/Me users, “USB Audio 
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2  Select [.NET Messaging Service] and click 
[OK].
3  Click [Next] when the [.NET Passport Wizard] 
dialog appears.
4  Please carefully read the displayed contents 
and then proceed.
5  After the setup is completed, sign in and start 
the Windows Messenger.
6  Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] 
menu to confi 
rm that equipment is connected 
correctly.
7  Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera] 
menu.
 Setting up the Windows MessengerWhen starting the Windows Messenger for the fi 
rst 
time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the 
screen is not displayed if the Windows Messenger 
setup has already been done.) For more details, 
please read the corresponding Help fi 
le.
1  Click [Click here to sign in].
8  Select [DVC] in the [Microphone] menu.
• For other information about Windows Messenger, 
please refer to Help.
• When access is fi 
nished, close Windows Messenger, 
then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the 
USB Cable.
• If the Camcorder is used as Web Camera 
continuously for two hours, the communication is 
automatically shut OFF. In this case, restart Windows 
Messenger and set up the communication again.
 Setting up the MSN MessengerWhen starting the MSN Messenger for the fi 
rst time, 
its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is 
not displayed if the MSN Messenger setup has already 
been done.) For more details, please read the 
corresponding Help fi 
le.
1  Click [Sign In]. 
						

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• For other information about MSN Messenger, please 
refer to Help.
• If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera 
continuously for two hours, the communication is 
automatically shut OFF. In this case, restart MSN 
Messenger and set up the communication again.
• When access is fi 
nished, close MSN Messenger, 
then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the 
USB Cable.
2  Type in your Sign-in name and password.•  If you do not have your Sign-in name and 
password, click [Get one here].
3  Please carefully read the displayed contents 
and then proceed.
4  After the setup is completed, sign in and start 
the MSN Messenger.
7  Click [Web Camera Settings...] in the [Tools] 
menu.
8 Confi 
rm the [Panasonic DVC Web Camera 
Device] 1 is selected.
6  Select [USB Audio Device] in the [Microphone] 
menu.
1
5  Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] 
menu to confi 
rm that equipment is connected 
correctly.
Using the  DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (Optional 
Software)
Following Software is not supplied with the Camcorder;
• LSFT0577 (DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE)
• K1HA05CD0005 (USB Cable)
The Software allows you to capture a still image from 
your motion video on the tape and transfer to a PC. If 
you would like to order, please refer to page 74.
 Operating environmentOS:IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with 
preinstalled;
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition)
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
CPU:Intel Pentium II/Celeron 300 MHz or higher
(including compatible CPU)
Graphic display:High Color (16 bit or more)
Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more
RAM:32 MB or more (64 MB or more recommended)
(128 MB or more required for Windows XP (256 MB or 
more recommended))
Free hard disk space:At least 20 MBPorts:USB JackOther requirements:Mouse 
						

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• The DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE cannot be operated on 
Windows 2000.
• When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a 
personal computer, or when devices are connected 
through USB hubs or by using extension cables, 
proper operation is not guaranteed.
• When connected to the keyboard USB Jack, normal 
function may not be possible.
• This instruction manual describes only the 
procedures for installation, connection and startup. 
Please read the PDF-based instructions for how to 
use the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE.
• To view the installed operating instructions, Adobe 
Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher is required. Please 
install Adobe Acrobat Reader from the CD-ROM 
(Optional Software).
• Before using for the fi 
rst time, select [Readme] from 
[Start] >> [All programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] 
>> [DV Studio3], and read any supplementary details 
or updates.
 Installing DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE    
 (Optional Software)
1  Turn on the personal computer and start up 
Windows.
2  Insert the CD-ROM into the personal 
computer’s CD-ROM drive.
•  Quit all applications.
•  The [Setup Menu] Screen appears.
5  After the completion of setup, click on [Finish].
3  Click [DV STUDIO].
4 Click [Next].
•  Installation will be completed.
•  Sample data is installed concurrently with the DV 
STUDIO 3.1E-SE software.
1  Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode 
or Tape Playback Mode.
•  To capture images from a tape, set the Camcorder 
to Tape Playback Mode and insert a tape.
•  To capture images viewed through the camera 
lens, set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode.
 To Use DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE
• When using the USB Connection Kit, use of the AC 
Adaptor is recommended for the power supply of the 
Camcorder.
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PV-GS14/ 
PV-GS15)
2  Set [CAMERA] or [PLAYBACK] >> [USB 
FUNCTION] >> [DV STUDIO].
3  Connect the Camcorder to your personal 
computer with USB Cable.
(PV-GS9)
•  After reading the displayed contents, please carry 
out the installation according to instructions. 
						

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 Operating environment
(For Windows)
OS:IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with 
pre-installed;
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition)
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
CPU:Pentium ll-based PC or equivalent (1)
Pentium-based PC or equivalent (2)
(Pentium II 300 MHz or higher recommended)
Graphic display:High Color (16 bit or more)
Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more
RAM:64 MB or more (128 MB or more recommended)Free hard disk space:At least 625 MBOther requirements:Mouse
(For Macintosh)OS:Mac OS 9 – XCPU:iMac, iBook or Power Book G4, Power Mac G4 or 
Power Mac G5
Graphic display:High Color (16 bit or more)
Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more
RAM:64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended)Free hard disk space:At least 300 MB
• This instruction manual describes only the 
procedures for installation, connection and startup. 
Please read the Help messages of your software for 
how to use the ArcSoft Software.
Using the  ArcSoft Software (PV-GS15: 
Supplied)
There are 2 types of image editing software in the 
ArcSoft Software package.
• Easy-to-use photo editing program to edit, enhance, 
retouch or add special effects to any image. Also 
offers creative solutions for making greeting cards 
and calendars.
1 PhotoBase 4 (Windows), PhotoBase 2 (Mac)
• Create albums of image, video, audio, and other 
electronic fi 
les for easy viewing, retrieval, and 
management.
2 PhotoImpression 4 (Windows, Mac)
• If a short-cut icon has been created on the desktop 
during installation, it is also possible to start by 
double-clicking on the icon.
• For other information about DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE 
Software, please refer to Help.
4  Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] 
>> [Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3] >> [DV 
Studio3].
 Installation of ArcSoft Software 
(For Windows)
1  Turn on the personal computer and start up 
Windows.
2  Insert the CD-ROM into the personal 
computer’s CD-ROM drive.
•  Quit all applications.
•  The [Setup Menu] Screen appears. 
						

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3 Click [ArcSoft].
4  Select the desired language on the [Choose 
Setup Language] dialog, and click [OK].
• Installation begins.
•  After reading the displayed contents, please carry 
out the installation according to instructions.
•  If a language other than the OS language is 
selected, the characters may not be presented 
correctly.
•  Installation will be completed.
(For Macintosh)
1  Turn on computer and start up Macintosh.
2  Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
3  Double click the Panasonic icon.
4  Double click [ArcSoft] folder.
6  After the completion of setup, click on [Finish].
5  When the component selection screen is 
displayed, check the software to be installed 
and click [Next].
5  Double click [PhotoBase] or 
[PhotoImpression] folder.
6  Double click [English] or [French] folder.
7  Double click [PhotoBase Installer] or 
[PhotoImpression Installer].
• Installation begins.
8  Follow the instructions on the computer 
screen until the installation is complete.
For Information on ArcSoft Software:
TEL: 1-510-440-9901
Web Site:  www.arcsoft.com
 To start ArcSoft Software
(For Windows)
1  Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] 
>> [ArcSoft Software Suite] >> [PhotoBase 4] 
or [PhotoImpression 4].
•  For other information about ArcSoft Software, 
please refer to Help.
(For Macintosh)
1  Double-click the [PhotoImpression] or 
[PhotoBase] icon on the desktop.
•  For other information about ArcSoft Software, 
please refer to Help.
If you no longer need software or 
driver (Uninstall)
The screens may vary with the type of the OS.
1  Select [Start] (>> [Settings]) >> [Control 
Panel], select the software or the driver from 
[Add/Remove Programs] to uninstall.
•  Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the OS. 
Please refer to the user manual of your OS.
2  After software or driver is uninstalled, please 
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Notes
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple 
Computer, Inc. ArcSoft, the ArcSoft logo, ArcSoft 
PhotoImpression 4 and ArcSoft PhotoBase 4 are 
trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc.
• Microsoft
® Windows®, Windows Messenger®, MSN 
Messenger® and DirectX® are either trademarks or 
registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in 
the United States and/or other countries.
• 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 Jack is referred to as Camcorder.
• These instructions do not cover the basic operations 
of the personal computer or defi 
ne any terms. For 
this information, refer to the Operating Instructions 
which accompany your personal computer.
• Do not disconnect USB Cable while the operation 
light of Camcorder is on. It may freeze the software 
or destroy the data in transfer.
• We recommend using the AC adaptor as the 
power source for the Camcorder when using USB 
Connection Kit. Data may be lost if the battery power 
is lost while transferring data.
• If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera while 
virus checking software is running, the Camcorder’s 
operation may stop midway through. In this case, 
exit the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger, 
reconnect the Camcorder and restart the Windows 
Messenger or MSN Messenger.
• Do not delete the folders in the memory card such as 
picture folder. Memory card may not be recognized if 
folders are deleted.
• When the Camcorder is connected to a personal 
computer in PC Mode, it will not be possible 
to change to other modes. To change modes, 
disconnect the USB cable, switch the Camcorder 
Mode Dial, then reconnect the USB cable.
• When the Tape Recording Mode of the Camcorder is 
switched to the PC Mode, a warning message may 
be displayed. You may simply ignore it.• When you are using Windows XP or Windows 2000, 
you may install or uninstall this software after logging 
ON by setting the user name to Administrator or to a 
user name having equivalent authority.
• If you install the USB Driver after the USB Cable is 
connected, or if you do not follow these Operating 
Instructions, the Camcorder will not be recognized 
correctly. In this case, delete the USB Driver from 
[Device Manager] as described below, uninstall the 
USB Driver, and re-install it.
•  With the Camcorder and personal computer 
connected via a USB Cable, open the [Device 
Manager]. Right-click [!DVC] 
1 in [Ports] or [Other 
devices], and select [Uninstall].
 ([!DVC] 
1 will differ depending on the OS or 
operating environment of your personal computer.)
1
 About the  SD Memory Card and  
 MultiMediaCard      
 (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
SD Memory CardThe SD Memory Card (PV-GS15: Supplied, PV-GS12/ 
PV-GS14: Optional) is virtually the same size as a 
MultiMediaCard. It is an external memory card that is 
available in larger capacities. It has a write protect 
switch to prevent data writing and card formatting, as 
well as a copyright protection function.
• SD Logo is a trademark.
MultiMediaCard (Optional)The MultiMediaCard is a compact, lightweight and 
removable external memory card.
• All other company and product names in the 
operating instructions are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of their respective corporations.
Files recorded on a SD Memory Card or 
MultiMediaCard
It may not be possible to play back the fi 
les on this 
Camcorder recorded on and created by other 
equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check the 
compatibility of the equipment in advance. 
						

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 About the folder structure when using
  the Memory Card in a personal  
 computer
 (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
•  When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted 
into a personal computer, folders will be displayed 
as in the fi 
gure.
[100CDPFP]:
The images (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) in this folder are 
recorded in the JPEG format.
[MISC]:Files in which DPOF Data has been set to the image 
are in this folder.
[TITLE]:This contains the data of the original titles 
(USR00001.TTL, etc.).
•  [DCIM], [IM01CDPF], [PRIVATE], [VTF], etc. are 
necessary items in the folder structure. They 
have nothing to do with actual operations.
•  In the Card Mode, the Camcorder automatically 
saves fi 
le numbers (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) along 
with the images. The fi 
le numbers are recorded 
with each image as consecutive numbers.
•  When using software without an indication 
function, indication data, such as date, are not 
displayed. Depending on the software in use, the 
date and the time may not be displayed correctly.
 About the compatibility of the card fi 
les
 (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
Data fi 
les recorded on an “SD Memory Card” or a 
“MultiMediaCard” by this Camcorder conform with 
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established 
by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information 
Technology Industries Association).
• If you attempt to play back fi 
les recorded with this 
Camcorder on other equipment or to play back fi 
les 
recorded with other equipment on this Camcorder, 
you may not be able to play them back. Please 
check the compatibility with the other equipment in 
advance.
•  The memory capacity indicated on the SD Card 
label corresponds to the total card capacity. 
Some of this capacity is used to protect and 
manage the copyright data, and not all capacity is 
available as a conventional memory for a 
Camcorder, Personal Computer or others. 
Capacity that can be used as conventional 
memory:
  8 MB Card: about 6,800,000 bytes 
						

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Others
Indications
Various functions and the Camcorder status are 
shown on the screen.
:  Remaining Battery Power
• When the battery power becomes low, the Indication 
changes. When the battery is discharged completely, 
the  
 (  ) Indication fl 
ashes.
R0:45:  Remaining Tape Time
• Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When 
it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts 
fl 
ashing.)
:Tape Recording Mode (p. 24)
: Tape Playback Mode (p. 35)
: Card Recording Mode (p. 25)
(For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
: Picture Playback Mode (p. 38)
(For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
:PC Mode (p. 48)
(For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
CINEMA: Cinema Mode (pp. 29-30)
D.ZOOM: Digital Zoom (p. 27)
MULTI: Multi Mode (p. 33)
P-IN-P: P-IN-P Mode (p. 33)
WIPE: Wipe Mode (p. 33)
MIX: Mix Mode (p. 33)
STROBE: Strobe Mode (p. 33)
TRAIL:  Trailing Effect Mode (p. 33)
MOSAIC: Mosaic Mode (p. 33)
MIRROR: Mirror Mode (p. 33)
STRETCH: Stretch Mode (p. 33)
SLIM: Slim Mode (p. 33)
NEGA: Negative Mode (p. 33)
SEPIA: Sepia Mode (p. 33)
B/W: Black & White Mode (p. 33)
SOLARI: Solarisation Mode (p. 33)
ZOOM: Playback Zoom (p. 37)
SP: Standard Play Mode (Recording Speed 
Mode) (p. 23)
LP: Long Play Mode (Recording Speed 
Mode) (p. 23)
INDEX: Index signal recording (p. 37)
S 1: Search Number (p. 37)
5X: Zoom Magnifi 
cation Indication
(pp. 27-28)
AUTO: Automatic Mode (p. 24)
MNL: Manual Mode (pp. 30-32)
EIS: Image Stabilizer (p. 28)
12 bit, 16 bit: Audio Recording Mode (p. 23)
MF: Manual Focus (p. 32)
: Back Light Mode (p. 29)
: Sports Mode (Program AE) (p. 30)
: Portrait Mode (Program AE) (p. 30)
:Low Light Mode (Program AE) (p. 30)
: Spotlight Mode (Program AE) (p. 30)
: Surf & Snow Mode (Program AE)
(p. 30)
REC: Recording (p. 24)
PAUSE: Recording Pause (p. 24)
:Self-Timer Recording (p. 27)
:Playback (p. 35)
: Still Playback (p. 36)
: Fast-forward/Cue Playback (p. 35)
: Rewind/Review Playback (p. 35)
, : Slow Motion Playback (p. 36)
, :Still Advance Playback (p. 36)
, : Index Search (p. 37)
CHK: Recording Check (p. 24)
A.DUB 
: Audio Dubbing (p. 44)
A.DUB 
: Audio Dubbing Pause (p. 44)
BLANK: Blank Search (p. 24)
R 
: Repeat Playback (p. 64)
2X 
: Variable Speed Search (p. 36)
1/500: When you adjust shutter speed 
manually, this indication appears.
(p. 32)
SLIDE 
: Slide Show Playback (p. 39)
SLIDE 
: Slide Show Playback Pause (p. 39)
F2.4: When you adjust the F Number 
manually, this indication appears.
(p. 32)
AWB: Automatic White Balance Mode (p. 30)
: White Balance Adjustment Mode
(p. 30)
: Outdoor Mode (p. 30)
: Indoor Mode (recording under 
incandescent lamp) (p. 30)
MAGICPIX: MagicPix Function (p. 29)
Z.MIC: Zoom Microphone (p. 27)
WIND CUT: Wind Noise Reduction (p. 29)
P:Progressive Photoshot Mode (p. 25)
SOFT SKIN:Soft Skin Mode (p. 29)
PICTURE: Picture (p. 39)
TITLE: Title picture (p. 40)
VOLUME: Volume adjustment (p. 35)
3:30:45AM: Date/Time Indication (p. 60)
N (F, E): Photoshot Picture Quality (during 
Photoshot recording)
[F] means Fine, [N] means Normal and 
[E] means Economy. (p. 25)
0: Remaining Number of Photoshot 
pictures
: RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot 
Recording (p. 26)
: Lock Setting (p. 41)
: LED Video Light is on. (p. 26) 
						

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GAINUP: Gain up Mode (p. 26)
 (White): DPOF Setting completed (set to 1 or 
more picture) (p. 41)
640: [640 x 480] Image size
•   For images not recorded with this Camcorder, the 
size display is determined as follows according to 
the number of horizontal pixels.
640: 640 or more, less than 800 (The size 
is not displayed at under 640 pixels.)
SVGA: 800 or more, less than 1 024XGA: 1 024 or more, less than 1 280SXGA: 1 280 or more, less than 1 600UXGA: 1 600 or more, less than 2048QXGA: 2 048 or morePICTURE (Cyan):Photoshot ModePICTURE (Red): While Photoshot recording is 
activated
PICTURE (Green): While the Card being read
PICTURE (Red):No Card (Still Picture Mode)
 To Change the Counter Display ModeBy changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY] 
Sub-Menu, you can change the Counter Display Mode 
to Tape Counter Indication [COUNTER] (0:00.00), 
Memory Counter Indication [MEMORY] (M0:00.00), 
and Time Code Indication [TIMECODE] (0h00m00s00f). 
(p. 21) By repeatedly pressing the [DISPLAY] Button 
on the Remote Control, you can change the Counter 
Display Mode.
 To Display  Date/Time IndicationTo display Date/Time Indication, set the appropriate 
Date/Time in [DATE/TIME] on the [DISPLAY] 
Sub-Menu. (p. 21)
You can also press the [DATE/TIME] Button of the 
Remote Control repeatedly to display or change the 
Date/Time Indication.
 To Change the Display ModeBy changing [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu, 
you can change the Display Mode to All Function 
Display [ALL] and Minimum Display [OFF]. (p. 21)
 Progressive PhotoshotYou cannot use the Progressive Photoshot Function in 
the following cases.
When using Tape Recording Mode• Digital Effect Modes in [EFFECT1]
• Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM]
• 1/750 s or faster shutter speed
• When brightness is insuffi 
cient
• When the MagicPix Function is ON
• When the Portrait is used
When using Card Recording Mode• When brightness is insuffi 
cient
• When the MagicPix Function is ON
Initializing the Modes
You can change the Menu settings back to the 
shipping condition.
1  Set [INITIAL] >> [INITIAL SET] >> [YES].•  The initializing takes a little while.
•  After the initializing is completed, the [COMPLETED] 
Indication appears with beeps.
• Initializing will not erase a clock setting (p. 23) that 
has been adjusted.
Warning/Alarm Indications
If any one of the following indications lights up or 
fl 
ashes, please check the condition of the Camcorder.
 DEW (DEW DETECTED/EJECT TAPE):
Condensation has occurred. (pp. 66-67)
 (CHECK REC TAB):
The accidental erasure prevention slider on the 
inserted Cassette is open (that is, set to [SAVE]).
You are attempting Audio dubbing or Digital 
dubbing on a Tape while setting the accidental 
erasure prevention slider to [SAVE].
 (TAPE NOT INSERTED):
No Cassette in inserted. (p. 17)
 (LOW BATTERY):
The Battery is low. Recharge it. (p. 15)
:
The built-in battery is low. (p. 23)
 (NEED HEAD CLEANING):
The video heads are dirty. (p. 67)
 END (TAPE END):
The tape came to an end during recording.
REMOTE (CHECK REMOTE MODE):
Wrong Remote Control Mode has been selected.
(p. 15)
UNPLAYABLE TAPE
(OTHER FORMAT):
You are attempting to play back a tape section 
that has been recorded with a different TV system.
UNABLE TO A.DUB
(LP RECORDED):
Because the original recording was done in LP 
Mode, audio dubbing cannot be performed.
INCOMPATIBLE TAPE:
This cassette is incompatible.
PUSH THE RESET SWITCH:
Irregular mechanism is detected. Press the 
[RESET] Button (p. 70). This may solve the 
problem.
CARD FULL:
Card does not have suffi  cient memory remaining.
Select Picture Playback Mode and delete 
unnecessary fi 
les.