Panasonic NV-GS90 operating instructions Before use, How to replace the fuse

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.

A5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

2.Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

Figure A

Fuse

(5 ampere)

Figure B

Fuse

(5 ampere)

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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
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