Panasonic NV-GS120GN operating instructions Explanation of Terms, Digital Video System

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Playback (Pictures)

1: Pictures cannot be played back even when the [1] Button is pressed.

0Is the Mode Dial set to Playback Mode? If not,

the playback function cannot be used. (-35-)

2: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during Cue, Review or Slow Motion Playback.

•This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction.

3:Although the Movie Camera is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot

be seen.

•Have you selected “Video Input” on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input sockets used for the connection.

•Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown even if you correctly connect the movie camera

with your TV. In this case, set [AV JACK] to [OUT].

4: Playback picture is not clear.

•Are the heads of the Movie Camera dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be

clear. (-64-)

5: Playing back or recording do not function, the screen has frozen or the indication has disappeared.

•Turn the Movie Camera off. If the Movie Camera is not turned off after operating the

[OFF/ON] switch, press the [RESET] Button (-5-) first. And detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then reattach it.

Playback (Sound)

1:Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the Movie Camera or the

headphones.

0Is the volume too low? During playback, push the [`VOL/JOG_] Lever to display the [VOLUME] Indication and adjust the volume.

(-35-)

2:Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.

• [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] has been set to [MIX]. As a result, the original sound and sound that was recorded by audio dubbing are played back together. It is possible to reproduce the sounds separately. (-46-)

3:The original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed.

•If you perform audio dubbing on a recording made in [16bit] Mode, the original sound will be erased. If you wish to preserve the original sound, be sure to select [12bit] Mode at the time of recording.

4: Sounds cannot be played back.

•Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is being played, is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the

[TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] set to [ST2]? To play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing, [12bit AUDIO] must be set to [ST1]. (-46-)

•Is the Variable Speed Search Function working? Press the [1] Button to cancel the

Variable Speed Search Function. (-35-)

Card

1: Recorded pictures are not clear.

0Is [PICT QUALITY] on the [CARD] Sub-Menu set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY]? If recording is done with it set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY], images with fine details may include a mosaic-like pattern. Set

[PICT QUALITY] to [FINE]. (-22-)

2:Photoshot Playback images do not look normal.

•The picture may be damaged. In order to prevent the loss of image data, backing up on a Cassette or a personal computer is

recommended. (-45-, -50-)

3:During Playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is displayed.

• The image was either recorded in a different format, or data is damaged.

4: Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be used.

•Either the Movie Camera or the Card may be damaged. Please consult a dealer.

Others

1:The Free Style Remote Controller with Mic does not operate correctly.

•If it is not plugged in tightly, it will not operate correctly.

2:The Movie Camera clatters when shaking it.

• It is a sound of the lens moving, not a malfunction.

3:When the USB Cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on PC.

•To disconnect the USB cable safely,

double-click the [] icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen. (-50-)

Explanation of Terms

ªDigital Video System

In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape. This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration.

In addition, it automatically records data, such as Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals.

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Contents NV-GS200GN Information for Your Safety Contents Movie Camera Standard AccessoriesOptional Accessories Controls and ComponentsLock Button Lock Cover Card Slot Card Slot Cover Open Lever OpenVideo Input/Output Socket S-VIDEO IN/OUT Remote ControllerEyepiece Corrector Knob Viewfinder -13 DV Terminal DVPhotoshot Button Photo Shot Microphone Switch Button Talk Remote ControllerFree Style Remote Controller with Mic Inserting a Button-type BatteryUsing the Battery Power SupplyUsing the Remote Controller Using the AC AdaptorNV-GS200 Attach the charged Battery to the Movie CameraDisconnecting the Power Source Charging Time and Available Recording TimeTo Use as a Hand Strap Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your handOne-touch Free Style Grip Belt To Use as a Grip BeltAccidental Erasure Prevention Attaching the Lens CapAttaching the Shoulder Strap Inserting a CassetteTurning on the Movie Camera Using a CardSelecting Modes Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorUsing the Viewfinder Using the LCD MonitorTo Return the Previous Screen Using the Menu ScreenTo Increase the Brightness of the Entire LCD Monitor To Resume Normal BrightnessTape Recording Menu List of MenusTape Playback Menu Picture Playback Menu Card Recording MenuMPEG4 Playback Menu NV-GS200 only Setting Date and TimeLP Mode Internal Lithium Battery RechargeAudio Recording Mode To Check the Recording About RecordingRecording on a Tape Recording LampTo Add a Sound while Recording Recording a Still Picture on a Card PhotoshotFinding the End of Recording Progressive PhotoshotSet Tape Recording MENU, Tape Playback Menu or When the picture size is 1536k1152 NV-GS120Selecting the Size of Photoshot Images Selecting the Quality of Photoshot ImagesNV-GS200 only Set Card Recording Menu Card Burst Mode onRecording a Moving Picture on a Card MPEG4 Continuous PhotoshotZoom In/Out Functions Self-timer RecordingTo Cancel the Quick Start Quick StartTo Use the Tele-Macro Function Digital Zoom FunctionImage Stabilizer Function To Take Close-up Shots of Small SubjectsFade In/Out Functions To Cancel Image Stabilizer FunctionBacklight Compensation Function Soft Skin Function Night View FunctionsWind Noise Reduction Function Recording in Special Situations To Cancel the Cinema ModeTo Cancel the Programme AE Function Cinema FunctionAbout White Balance Sensor Adjusting White Balance ManuallyAbout Black Balance Adjustment To Resume Automatic AdjustmentUseful for recording fast-moving subjects Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentSet the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS Switch to Auto About the Card Slow Shutter NV-GS200 onlyNumber Manual Iris AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment Slide the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS Switch 35 to FocusRed Eye Reduction Function Using the Built-in Video FlashDigital Effect Functions Picture-in-Picture Mode Multi-Picture ModeSet Tape Recording Menu Digital EFFECT1 P-IN-P Wipe Mode and Mix ModeWipe Mode Mix ModeCue/Review Playback Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Finding a Scene You Want to Play BackTo Resume Normal Playback Playback with Volume/Jog LeverSlow Motion Playback Still Playback/Still Advance PlaybackScene Index Search Index Search FunctionsPlayback Zoom Function Photoshot Index SearchTo Change the Enlarging Area of an Image To Cancel the Playback Zoom FunctionPlayback Digital Effect Functions Playing Back a CardTo Select a Desired File and Playing Back When you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at NV-GS200 onlySlide Show Press the //6/5 Button to select a desired fileTo Stop the Slide Show Creating a TitleAdding a Title To Pause the Slide ShowWriting Printing Data on a Card To Verify Dpof SettingTo Clear the Title Display To Select and Delete All Files Protecting the Files on a CardDeleting the Files Recorded on a Card Formatting a CardTo Resume Normal Moving Picture Size Enlarging a Movie Picture SizePlaying Back on Your TV Display Screen FullTo Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Press the OSD Button 58 on the Remote ControllerRecording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape Recording from a Tape onto a CardAudio Dubbing To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound To Cancel Audio DubbingCopying on an S-VHS or a VHS Cassette To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio DubbingUsing the DV Cable for Recording Recording the Contents of Other EquipmentTo Stop Dubbing Player Press the 1 Button 79 to start playbackConnect the printer with the supplied USB Cable Recorder≥You can set the number of prints up to When you stop printing halfwayConnect the supplied USB Cable to Socket Using as a Web Camera or with DV StudioUsing a Card in a Personal Computer USB Connection KitFolder Configuration when the Card is used with a PC Indications To Display Date/Time Indication To Change the Counter Display ModeTo Change the Display Mode Initializing the ModesThis cassette is incompatible Battery is low. Recharge it Built-in battery is lowVideo heads are dirty Tape came to the end during recordingRecording Check Concerning the Power SupplyAlarm Sounds Inserting/Removing the CassetteQuick Start Self-timer RecordingLines ≥When the scene lacks for contrast Recording Moving Pictures MPEG4 NV-GS200 onlyDigital Zoom Functions Zoom In/Out FunctionsTele-Macro Function Zoom Microphone FunctionWhite Balance Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Using the Built-in Video Flash NV-GS200 onlyIndex Search Functions Red Eye Reduction FunctionDigital Effect Functions Playing BackCreating a Title Playback Digital Effect FunctionsPlaying Back a Card Slide ShowDpof Lock SettingRecording the Contents of Other Equipment Adding a TitleMay be adversely affected Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingAfter Use To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens CapCondensation About AC AdaptorVideo Head Clogging and Care Optimal Use of the BatteryViewfinder LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodCassette LCD MonitorBefore Requesting Repair Problems and Solutions Digital Video System Explanation of TermsMemory Stop Function Auto Focus AdjustmentFocus Time CodeSpecifications SpecificationsFrame rate approximately 6 fps AC Adaptor Picture Size S0204Re0 2300 a
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