Panasonic NV-GS90 Using the viewfinder, Quick start, Extending the viewfinder

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Before using

Using the viewfinder

ªExtending the viewfinder

1Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by pinching the extension knob.

≥The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be deactivated.)

ªAdjusting the field of view

1Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.

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≥You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder from the menu.

Quick start

When quick start is on the battery power is still being consumed, even when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed.

The camera will resume recording/pause mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD monitor or the viewfinder is reopened.

≥Please note in quick start mode approximately half the pause recording power is being consumed. Using quick start mode will reduce the battery recording/playback time.

≥This is only activated in the following cases. ≥While using the battery

A tape is inserted, while the Tape Recording Mode is set.

≥While using the AC adaptor

Quick Start can be used even if a tape is not inserted.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON]. (-18-)

2Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder while the mode dial is set to Tape Recording Mode.

≥The status indicator lights green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode.

≥The movie camera will not go into quick start standby mode unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

3Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

≥The status indicator lights red and the camera is put into recording pause approx.

1.7 seconds after it is turned on.

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Contents Operating Instructions How to replace the fuse Before useCarefully observe copyright laws Information for Your SafetyUse only the recommended accessories Operating instructionsFor business users in the European Union Contents Optional Before usingAccessories Sales and Support InformationViewfinder -14 Parts identification and handlingCamera LCD monitor -13 Adjust the belt length and the pad positionGrip belt LCD monitor open part SpeakerCharging the battery Using the lens coverPower supply Slide the lens cover open/close switch toRemoving the battery Connecting to the AC outletFitting the battery ≥Rotate the mode dial slowly Selecting a mode Turning the camera on/offHow to turn on the power Charging time and recordable timeHow to turn off the power 1 Set the mode dial to OFF ≥The power does not turn off even ifRecharging the built-in lithium battery Setting date and timeUsing the LCD monitor ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode Set Basic Clock SET YESQuick start Using the viewfinderAdjusting the field of view Extending the viewfinderPush the Push mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder To cancel Quick StartInserting/removing a cassette How to use the joystick Tape Playback Mode Help modeTo exit the Help mode About the menu setting Switching the languageUsing the menu screen To exit the menu screenTo cancel the built-in LED video light Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderAdjusting the brightness and colour Level Recording with the built-in LED video lightRecord mode Check before recordingRecording check On-screen display in the tape recording modeRecording on a tape Concerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screenStopping blank search midway Through Blank search functionRecording a still picture on a tape Photoshot Continuous photoshotAbout the variable speed zoom Function Zoom in/out functionDigital zoom function To use the zoom microphone functionTo return to normal recording Recording yourselfBacklight compensation function To cancel the soft skin mode Soft skin modeTo cancel the colour night view function Colour night view functionFade in/fade out function To cancel the wind noise reduction FunctionTo cancel fading Wind noise reduction functionGuideline function Wide/43 functionImage stabilizer function To cancel the slow shutter mode Auto slow shutter modeRecording in various situations Scene mode To cancel the scene mode functionRecording in natural colours White balance To set the white balance manually Manual focus adjustmentTo restore to the automatic Adjustment About flashing of the indicationShutter speed range Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Iris/gain value rangeSettings on the audio Playback modeTo adjust volume Playing back tapeTo return to normal playback Frame-by-frame playbackPlayback on TV Edit mode Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR DubbingSoftware Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingUsing the movie camera as a Web Camera Start the Windows Live MessengerCPU PowerPC G5 Intel Core Duo Intel Core Solo Interface Using on MacintoshWhen you use the movie camera as a Web Camera Operating environment on iMovie HDLSQT1291 Tape Recording Menu MenuMenu list Tape Playback MenuOther menus Menus related to taking picturesMenus related to playback Basic indications OthersIndications Recording indicationsConfirmatory indications Textual indicationsBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Functions cannot be used simultaneouslyRecording Cassette cannot be removedNo operation other than cassette removal can be performed Cassette is correctly insertedSounds cannot be played back Push the Reset Switch is displayedDifferent sounds are reproduced at the same time Playback PicturesAbout condensation About dirty headsAbout the movie camera While carrying the movie camera, do not drop or bump itPrepare spare batteries when going out for recording About the batteryBe sure to detach the battery after use Do not throw old battery into fireAbout the cassette LCD monitor/viewfinder Periodical check-upsWhite balance Explanation of termsAutomatic white balance Auto focusSpecifications SpecificationsIndex NumericsWeb site http//panasonic.net