Panasonic NV-GS300 Select the size of still pictures to be Recorded on a card

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Record mode

ªSelect the size of still pictures to be

recorded on a card

1Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select the desired picture size.

REC ASPECT [16:9]: 2.4 : 2048k1152

0.2 : 640k360 REC ASPECT [4:3]: 3.1M : 2048k1512 2M : 1600k1200 1M : 1280k960

0.3M : 640k480

When you purchase this unit, [REC ASPECT] is set to [16:9]. The sides of pictures recorded when [16:9] is set may be cut at printing. Check before printing.

ªSelect the picture quality for

photoshot images

1Set [BASIC] >> [PICT. QUALITY] >> select the desired picture quality.

[

]:

High picture quality

[

]:

Normal picture quality

You can also change the picture quality on [ADVANCED] >> [PICT. QUALITY] in the tape recording mode.

ªRecording with a shutter operation

effect

You can add a shutter operation simulating sound.

1Set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON].

ªAbout the shutter chance mark

The shutter chance mark does not appear in manual focus mode.

When the subject is not easily focused, focus on the subject manually.

You can record still pictures on the card even if the shutter chance mark does not appear, but pictures may be recorded without being focused.

The shutter chance mark does not appear or becomes difficult to be displayed in the following cases.

When the zoom magnification is high. When the movie camera is shaken. When the subject is moving.

When the subject stands against the light source.

When close subjects and far subjects are included in the same scene.

When the scene is dark.

When there is a bright part in the scene.

When the scene is filled with only horizontal lines.

When the scene lacks contrast.

ªConcerning the focusing area

When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting object out of the focus area.

Even when it is still difficult to focus, adjust the focus manually.

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VQT0T29

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Contents Operating Instructions Information for your safety VQT0T29 Contents Accessories OptionalParts identification and handling CameraReset button Reset Card access lampSpeaker Audio-video/S-Video output terminal A/V LCD monitor -12Lens hood Tripod receptacle Shoulder strap fixtureFitting the lens cap VW-LF37WE optional One-touch free-style grip beltTo use as a grip belt To use as a hand strapPower supply How to turn on the power How to turn off the powerCharging time and recordable time Turning the camera onRecharging the built-in lithium battery Setting date and timeAbout date/time Using the LCD monitor Using the viewfinderAdjusting the field of view Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knobTo cancel Quick Start ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording ModeQuick Start Open the LCD monitor or extend the ViewfinderWhen the cassette holder does not Come out When the cassette holder cannot be housedInserting/removing a cassette Accidental erasure preventionCard access lamp Inserting/removing a cardConcerning the card SD Memory CardSelecting a mode How to use the joystickBasic joystick operations Joystick and screen displayCard recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Tape playback modeCard Playback Mode Help mode Switching the languageUsing the menu screen To exit the Help modeAbout the menu setting Operating with remote controlTo exit the menu screen To get back to the previous screenAdjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Adjusting the brightness and colour LevelOrder to increase the brightness Entire LCD monitor Changing the picture quality on LCD monitorRemote control Using the remote controlInstall a button-type battery Selecting the remote control mode Remote control usable rangeConcerning the button-type battery Connect the free style remote control To the camera Free style remote controlAbout the clip on the backside About auto mode Recording modeCheck before recording Basic camera holdingOn-screen display in the tape recording mode ≥Set to Tape Recording ModeRecording on a tape Concerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screenBlank search function Recording checkStopping blank search midway Through On-screen display in the card recording mode ≥Set to Card Recording ModeRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot To record still pictures clearlyConcerning the focusing area Select the size of still pictures to be Recorded on a cardSelect the picture quality for Photoshot images Recording with a shutter operation EffectZoom in/out function Digital zoom functionAbout the variable speed zoom Function To use the zoom microphone functionRecording yourself Backlight compensation functionColour night view functions To return to normal recordingTele macro function Soft skin modeFade in/fade out function Wind noise reduction function Anti-Ground-Shooting AGSUsing the built-in video flash When the video flash is not usedTo adjust the brightness of the video Flash Red eye reduction functionSelf-timer recording To stop the timer midway throughTo Cancel the Wide/43 Function Wide/43 FunctionTo cancel the image stabilizer function ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode Set Advanced O.I.S. onImage stabilizer function Continuous PhotoshotRecording in various situations Scene mode To cancel the scene mode functionRecording in natural colours White balance Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment Manual focus adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Manual shutter speed adjustment Manual iris/gain adjustmentShutter speed range Iris/gain value rangeTo adjust volume Settings on the audioPlaying back tape Repeat playbackVariable-speed search function Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playbackTo return to normal playback Playback on TV Playing back cardTo display the on-screen information On the TV Move the joystick up to select Icon to start playbackDeleting files recorded on a card To display multiple playback filesAbout the compatibility of still pictures To delete all filesTo complete the settings Formatting a cardProtecting files on a card ≥In order to stop formatting, select noWriting the printing data on a card Dpof setting What is DPOF?Select Cancel ALL in Step To set so that all pictures are not PrintedRecording from a tape onto a card Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR DubbingUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing To cancel the standby for recordingAudio dubbing Before recording with audio dubbingTo play back the sound recorded with Audio dubbing You can add music or narration to the recorded cassetteWhen you stop printing halfway Tape Recording Menu Menu listTape Playback Menu Setup Display -52-REMOTE Card Recording MenuCard Playback Menu Basic DATE/TIME -52-PROTECTMenus related to taking pictures Menus related to playbackDemo Mode Other menusJoystick LED Initial SETIndications Basic indicationsRecording indications Playback indicationsConfirmatory indications Textual indicationsFunctions cannot be used simultaneously You are attempting to erase protected filesThere is no ink. Check the connected printer There is no paper. Check the connected printerBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Power/Body Movie camera power cannot be turned onMovie camera power is turned off automatically Movie camera power does not stay on long enoughRemote control does not function Cassette cannot be removedNo operation other than cassette removal can be performed Screen has changed suddenlyOriginal sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed Different sounds are reproduced at the same timeAudio dubbing cannot be performed Sounds cannot be played backPush the Reset Switch is displayed OthersFrom Attempt to repair the appliance by yourselfWhen the lens is fogged About condensationAbout dirty heads Remove the tape if it is insertedAbout the battery Be sure to detach the battery after useAbout the movie camera While carrying the movie camera, do not drop or bump itAbout the cassette About the AC adaptorAbout the card Explanation of terms Folder structure of the cardPeriodical check-ups Automatic white balanceWhite balance Auto focusSpecifications SpecificationsHttp//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs This Site is English onlyAC adaptor VSK0651 S1105Nw0 2500 a