Philips PV-GS55 operating instructions About AC Adaptor, Condensation

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When you use your Palmcorder on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the Palmcorder.

Sand or dust may damage the Palmcorder or Cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing the Cassette.)

Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Palmcorder.

If the Palmcorder is sprayed with such chemicals, the camera body may be deformed

and the surface finish may peel off.

Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the Palmcorder for a long period of time.

Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Palmcorder.

The Palmcorder body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off.

Before cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack.

Wipe the Palmcorder with a soft dry cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth.

For storing or transporting the Palmcorder, place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so as to prevent the coating on the camera body

from being worn.

After use, be sure to take the Cassette out and detach the Battery from the Palmcorder or pull out the AC Cable from AC Jack.

If the Cassette is left in the Palmcorder, the tape sags and deteriorates.

If the Battery is left on the Palmcorder for a long time, the voltage drops excessively, and the Battery will not function even after it is recharged.

ªAbout AC Adaptor

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 temperature of the Battery has decreased or increased sufficiently, charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE] Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be faulty. In this case, please contact a dealer.

If the Battery is warm, charging takes a longer time than normal.

If you use the AC Adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC Adaptor 3 feet (1 meter) 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.)

Keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and Battery always clean.

ªCondensation

If you turn the Palmcorder on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape, Condensation Indication [3DEW] (yellow or red) blinks on the Viewfinder or the LCD monitor and the messages [DEW DETECT] or [EJECT TAPE] (only when the tape is inserted) appear. In this case, follow the procedure below.

Blinking in yellow:

Dew is slightly adhering on the head or the tape.

Blinking in red:

Dew is adhering on the head or the tape.

1Remove the tape if it is inserted.

It takes about 20 seconds to open the Cassette Holder. This is not a malfunction.

2Leave the Palmcorder with the Cassette

Compartment Cover closed to cool or warm it to the ambient temperature.

When [3DEW] blinks in yellow You cannot use the Tape Recording/

Playback Mode. Leave the Palmcorder for about 30 minutes.

However, you can use the Card Recording Mode or Picture/MPEG4 Playback Mode when the cassette is not inserted.

When [3DEW] blinks in red

The Power Indicator Lamp blinks for about 1 minute and then the Palmcorder automatically turns off. Leave it for about 2 to 3 hours.

3Turn the Palmcorder on again, set it to the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then

check if the condensation indication disappears.

Especially in cold conditions, dew may be frozen. In this case, it may take more time before the condensation indication disappears.

Watch for Condensation even before the Condensation Indication is displayed. The condensation indication may not appear

depending on circumstances. When condensation occurs on the lens or the Palmcorder, it also may occur on the head and the tape. Do not open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

When the Lens Is Fogged:

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and leave the Palmcorder in this condition for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally.

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Contents Operating Instructions AC Adaptor Thank you for choosing Panasonic≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor PV-GS55 Important Safety Instructions Precautions Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following Article 8 Termination of LicenseAudio Decoder End User License Agreement Contents Limited Warranty For USA Customers Initializing the Modes Before Requesting Service ProblemsPalmcorder Accessory Order Form OthersInserting a Card Quick GuideInserting a Cassette Recording on a TapePlaying Back a Tape Recording a Moving Picture on a CardPlaying Back a Card Palmcorder Standard AccessoriesControls and Components AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC CableViewfinder -19 DV Terminal DV≥Connect this to the digital video equipment ≥Used for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripodPhotoshot Button Photo Shot Microphone Switch Button Talk Remote ControllerMagic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic ≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stagesInserting a Button-type Battery Remote ControllerUsing the Remote Controller Using the Battery Power SupplyUsing the AC Adaptor Disconnecting the Power SourceAttaching the Shoulder Strap One-touch Free Style Grip BeltAttaching the Lens Cap To Use as a Grip BeltInserting a Cassette Using a Memory CardCard Access Lamp Accidental Erasure PreventionTurning on the Palmcorder Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorSelecting Modes Using the Menu Screen Adjusting Brightness and Color LevelList of Menus File Selection in the Picture/MPEG4 Playback ModeTape Recording Menu 12bit Audio Tape Playback MenuCard Recording Menu AV IN/OUTPicture Playback Menu MPEG4 Playback ModeCard Format Formatting a Card -44-3 Digital LP Mode Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge Audio Recording ModeRecording Lamp About RecordingRecording on a Tape To Check the RecordingTo Add a Sound while Recording Recording a Still Picture on a Card PhotoshotFinding the End of Recording Digital Still PictureRecording Yourself Recording a Moving Picture on a Card MPEG4RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Selecting the Quality of MPEG4 Recording imagesZoom In/Out Functions Self-timer RecordingQuick Start To Take Close-up Shots of Small SubjectsImage Stabilizer Function Digital Zoom FunctionTo Use the Zoom Microphone Function Backlight Compensation Function Fade In/Out FunctionsMagicPix Functions Wind Noise Reduction Function Soft Skin FunctionCinema Function Recording in Special Situations Recording in Natural ColorsAdjusting White Balance Manually About White Balance SensorManual Focus Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Multi-Picture Mode Digital Effect FunctionsDeleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures Picture-in-Picture ModeWipe Mode and Mix Mode To Display the Multi-Pictures AgainFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Cue/Review PlaybackVariable Speed Search Function Slow Motion PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Playback with Zoom LeverPhotoshot Index Search Index Search FunctionsPlayback Zoom Function Scene Index SearchPlayback Digital Effect Functions Playing Back a CardTo Select a Desired File and Playing Back When you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at StepSlide Show To Pause the Slide ShowCreating a Title Adding a TitleDeleting the Files Recorded on a Writing Printing Data on a CardProtecting the Files on a Card CardTo Select and Delete All Files Formatting a CardEnlarging a Movie Picture Size To Resume Normal Moving Picture SizePlaying Back on Your TV Press the OSD Button 55 on the Remote ControllerTo Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape Recording from a Tape onto a CardAudio Dubbing To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing To Cancel Audio DubbingCopying on an S-VHS or a VHS Cassette To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded SoundRecording the Contents of Other Equipment Using the DV Cable for RecordingSoftware Installation Windows Using the Software with a ComputerUsing USB Driver Installing USB DriverClick OK when the Restarting Windows Dialogue appears Connecting Computer PalmcorderFor Using Built-in SD Drive For Windows 2000 UsersInstalling WebCam Driver Using as a Web CameraOperating environment For Windows 98SE/Me Users Setting up the Windows Messenger≥It enters WEB Camera Mode Start the Windows Messenger or MSN MessengerClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SESetting up the MSN Messenger Graphic displayInstructions Using the G.726 Audio DecoderTo start DV Studio 3.1E-SE DV Studio3Using the ArcSoft Software For Windows Installation of ArcSoft Software SuiteAfter the completion of setup, click on Finish Other requirementsTo disconnect USB cable safely To start software in the ArcSoft Software SuiteIf you no longer need software or driver Uninstall ≥When Mode Dial 43 is turned to change modesMultiMediaCard About the SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCardAbout the compatibility of the card Files Files recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCardBeen set to the image are in this Jpeg formatFiles in which Dpof Data has FolderIndications When using Tape Recording Mode To Change the Counter Display ModeTo Change the Display Mode Initializing the ModesConcerning the Power Supply Inserting/Removing the CassetteRecording on a Card Alarm SoundsRecording Check Quick StartTele-Macro Function Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Zoom Microphone FunctionProgram AE Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment White BalancePlayback Zoom Function Playing BackIndex Search Functions Playback Digital Effect FunctionsCreating a Title Lock SettingSlide Show Adding a TitleUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Recording the Contents of Other EquipmentAfter Use About AC Adaptor CondensationOptimal Use of the Battery Video Head Clogging and CareCassette LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodUp the charged capacity LCD MonitorBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Digital Video System Auto Focus AdjustmentExplanation of Terms FocusTime Code Memory Stop FunctionSpecifications USBPicture Fine Normal Economy Quality 8MB Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory# DescriptionPalmcorder Accessory Order Form For USA Customers AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-1030 AM SAT, Pacific TimeRequest for Service Notice Request for Service Notice USA OnlyLimited Warranty For USA Customers Panasonic/Quasar Video ProductsCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Npcparts@panasonic.comCamcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labour Warranty For Canadian Customers Panasonic Canada IncAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Fax 604 278-5627 403 274-5493 905 238-2418Index RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording CheckViewfinder Inserción de la tarjeta Spanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápidoColocación del cassette Grabación en una cintaReproducción de la tarjeta Grabación de una imagen fija en una Tarjeta PhotoshotGrabación de una imagen en Movimiento en una tarjeta MPEG4 Reproducción de una cintaPanasonic Canada Inc