Panasonic NV-GS150GN operating instructions Self-timer recording

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Record mode

≥When set [FLASH] >> [ßA] and the shutter speed, iris or gain is adjusted, the indication (either [ßA], [ßAi], or [ßAj]) may disappear and the video flash may not be lighted.

≥Using the video flash fixes the shutter speed of 1/750 s or faster to 1/500.

≥The picture may become out of focus in a dark place. If so, adjust the focus manually.

≥The picture may appear dark if video flash is lit in front of a white background.

≥A conversion lens (optional) can block the flash and may cause a vignetting effect.

≥Do not use the flash with the ND filter (optional) attached.

≥Set the flash to [ ] where using a flash is prohibited.

≥Do not block the flash by hand or any other means.

ªWhen the video flash is not used

Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH] >> [ ].

ªTo adjust the brightness of the video

flash

1Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH LEVEL] >>

select the desired brightness level.

[ßj]:

If the brightness is too high ([ßj] or

 

[ßAj] indication will appear.)

[ßd0]:

In normal recording (the [ß] or [ßA]

 

indication will appear.)

[ßi]:

If the brightness is insufficient ([ßi]

 

or [ßAi] indication will appear.)

ªRed eye reduction function

Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [RED EYE] >> [ON].

≥Red eye phenomenon may appear depending on the recording conditions.

ªUsing the video flash VW-FLH3E

(optional)

≥The video flash permits still picture recording in a dark place 2.0 metres or more distant. The available range of the video flash is approx. 1 to 4 metres.

≥When the video flash becomes ready to flash, the [ß] indication appears.

≥The optional video flash and the built-in video flash cannot be used simultaneously.

≥The brightness of the video flash cannot be adjusted.

≥The shutter speed, iris/gain, and white balance become fixed.

≥Using the video flash outdoors or with backlight or other bright conditions may result in white blotches (colour blotches) on the pictures. If so, either adjust the iris manually or use the backlight compensation function, without using the flash.

≥Carefully read the operating instructions for the video flash.

Self-timer recording

You can record still pictures on a card using the timer.

≥Set to Card Recording Mode.

1Set [BASIC] >> [SELF TIMER] >> [YES].

2Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

PHOTO

SHOT

≥After the recording lamp and the [ ] indication flashes for approx. 10 seconds, recording will start. After recording, the self-timer will be cancelled.

≥You cannot press the [PHOTO SHOT] button half way. Focusing will be carried out with reference to the focusing frame.

ªTo stop the timer midway through

Press the [MENU] button.

≥By operating the [OFF/ON] switch or mode dial, the self-timer standby mode is cancelled.

≥If the continuous photoshot recording is set, the maximum recordable pictures are recorded.

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Contents Operating Instructions Information for your safety Contents Optional Before usingAccessories Parts identification and handlingViewfinder -8 LCD monitor open part Open Smart accessory shoeShoulder strap fixture Lens hood Tripod receptacleTo use as a hand strap To restore the strap to the grip beltFitting the lens cap optional One-touch free-style grip beltUsing the LCD monitor Using the viewfinderPower supply Charging time and recordable time Connecting to the AC outletFitting the battery Removing the batteryInserting/removing the cassette When the cassette holder does not Come outWhen the cassette holder cannot be Housed Inserting/removing a cassetteSD Memory Card Card access lampInserting/removing a card Concerning the cardTurning the camera on Using the lens coverSelecting a mode How to use the joystickJoystick and screen display Tape recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AutoTape playback mode Card recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AutoUsing the menu screen Switching the languageAdjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Setting date and timeChanging the picture quality on LCD monitor Using the remote controlRemote control Set Setup LCD AI Dynamic orConcerning the button-type battery Install a button-type batteryRemote control usable range Selecting the remote control modeFree style remote control with mic Switching the microphoneAbout the clip on the backside Check before recording Record modeOn-screen display in the tape recording mode Recording on a tapeConcerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screen Stopping blank search midway Through Check the recordingBlank search function Recording still pictures onto a card PhotoshotSelect the size of still pictures to be Recorded on a card On-screen display in the card recording modeConcerning the focusing area Progressive PhotoshotTo use the zoom microphone function Zoom in/out functionRecording yourself Digital zoom functionNight view functions To cancel the quick start when Power is OFFQuick start Backlight compensation functionTo cancel the tele-macro function Soft skin modeTo cancel the colour night view function To cancel the soft skin modeUsing the built-in video flash Fade in/fade out functionWind noise reduction function Self-timer recording Image stabilizer function To cancel the Wide/Cinema functionTo cancel the image stabilizer function Recording images for wide-screen TVsTo stop continuous photoshot Midway through Recording in various situations Scene modeTo cancel the scene mode function Continuous PhotoshotRecording in natural colours White balance Manual focus adjustment Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Manual iris/gain adjustment Shutter speed rangeIris/gain value range Playback mode Playing back tapeSlow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playback Frame-by-frame playback Variable-speed search functionPlayback on TV To return to normal playbackAbout the compatibility of still pictures Playing back cardTo display the on-screen information On the TV To display multiple playback filesProtecting files on a card To complete the settingsDeleting files recorded on a card Formatting a cardWriting the printing data on a card Dpof setting What is DPOF?To set so that all pictures are not Printed Edit mode Recording from a tape onto a cardCopying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing To cancel the standby for recording Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingTo play back the sound recorded with Audio dubbing ≥Set to Tape Playback ModeAudio dubbing Before recording with audio dubbingWhen you stop printing halfway Tape Playback Menu MenuMenu list Tape Recording MenuPicture Playback Menu SetupSetup Display -44-REMOTE Card Recording MenuMenus related to playback Menus related to taking picturesDemo Mode Other menusInitial SET Indications OthersTextual indications Confirmatory indicationsChange Aspect to Functions cannot be used simultaneouslyMovie camera power does not stay on long enough Before requesting repair Problems and solutionsPower/Body Movie camera power cannot be turned on Movie camera power is turned off automaticallyRecording Remote control does not functionCassette cannot be removed No operation other than cassette removal can be performedSounds cannot be played back Original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performedDifferent sounds are reproduced at the same time Audio dubbing cannot be performedAbout condensation About the movie camera When 3 in redWhen the lens is fogged About dirty headsAbout the battery Folder structure of the card About the AC adaptorAbout the cassette About the cardWhite balance Explanation of termsPeriodical check-ups Automatic white balanceRecording a fast-moving subject Auto focusRecording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass Recording a subject in dark surroundingsSpecifications SpecificationsAC adaptor VQT0N50
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