Panasonic NV-GS90 Wide/43 function, Image stabilizer function, Guideline function

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Record mode

Wide/4:3 function

This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs.

Wide Function

Images are recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

4:3 Function

Images are recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Wide Function

Set [BASIC] >> [REC ASPECT] >> [16:9]. 4:3 Function

Set [BASIC] >> [REC ASPECT] >> [4:3].

ªTo cancel the Wide/4:3 function

Wide Function

Set [BASIC] >> [REC ASPECT] >> [4:3].

4:3 Function

Set [BASIC] >> [REC ASPECT] >> [16:9].

The default setting is [16:9].

In the wide-screen mode, the menu screens,

operation icons and other screen displays appear horizontally oriented.

When images are played back on a TV screen, the date/time indication may be erased in some cases.

Depending on the TV, the picture quality may deteriorate.

If still pictures recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio are played back when [TV ASPECT] is set to [16:9], part of the operation icons and other displays will appear on the black bands on the left and right of the picture.

Concerning the TV to be connected and TV used for playback.

When playing back images taken by this unit on a TV screen, change the setting established by Tape playback mode [SETUP]

>>[TV ASPECT] to match the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) of the TV monitor to be connected. (-33-)

Depending on the settings of the TV connected, the images may not be displayed properly. For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.

Image stabilizer function

Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.

Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Press the [O.I.S.] button.

ªTo cancel the image stabilizer function

Press the [O.I.S.] button again.

In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively.

When the digital zoom is used

When the camera is shaken greatly

When you record a moving subject while tracking it

Guideline function

View the slope and the balance of the image while recording.

You can check if the image is level while recording motion pictures. The function can also be used to estimate the balance of the composition.

Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Set [ADVANCED] >> [GUIDE LINES] >> [ON].

ªTo cancel the guideline function

Set [ADVANCED] >> [GUIDE LINES] >> [OFF].

The guide lines do not appear on the images actually recorded.

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Contents Operating Instructions Before use How to replace the fuseOperating instructions Information for Your SafetyUse only the recommended accessories Carefully observe copyright lawsFor business users in the European Union Contents Sales and Support Information Before usingAccessories OptionalParts identification and handling CameraViewfinder -14 LCD monitor open part Speaker Adjust the belt length and the pad positionGrip belt LCD monitor -13Slide the lens cover open/close switch to Using the lens coverPower supply Charging the batteryConnecting to the AC outlet Fitting the batteryRemoving the battery Charging time and recordable time Selecting a mode Turning the camera on/offHow to turn on the power ≥Rotate the mode dial slowly≥The power does not turn off even if How to turn off the power 1 Set the mode dial to OFF≥Set to Tape Recording Mode Set Basic Clock SET YES Setting date and timeUsing the LCD monitor Recharging the built-in lithium batteryExtending the viewfinder Using the viewfinderAdjusting the field of view Quick startTo cancel Quick Start Inserting/removing a cassettePush the Push mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder How to use the joystick Help mode To exit the Help modeTape Playback Mode To exit the menu screen Switching the languageUsing the menu screen About the menu settingRecording with the built-in LED video light Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderAdjusting the brightness and colour Level To cancel the built-in LED video lightCheck before recording Record modeConcerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screen On-screen display in the tape recording modeRecording on a tape Recording checkContinuous photoshot Blank search functionRecording a still picture on a tape Photoshot Stopping blank search midway ThroughTo use the zoom microphone function Zoom in/out functionDigital zoom function About the variable speed zoom FunctionRecording yourself Backlight compensation functionTo return to normal recording Colour night view function Soft skin modeTo cancel the colour night view function To cancel the soft skin modeWind noise reduction function To cancel the wind noise reduction FunctionTo cancel fading Fade in/fade out functionWide/43 function Image stabilizer functionGuideline function To cancel the scene mode function Auto slow shutter modeRecording in various situations Scene mode To cancel the slow shutter modeRecording in natural colours White balance About flashing of the indication Manual focus adjustmentTo restore to the automatic Adjustment To set the white balance manuallyIris/gain value range Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Shutter speed rangePlaying back tape Playback modeTo adjust volume Settings on the audioFrame-by-frame playback Playback on TVTo return to normal playback Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing Edit modeStart the Windows Live Messenger Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingUsing the movie camera as a Web Camera SoftwareOperating environment on iMovie HD Using on MacintoshWhen you use the movie camera as a Web Camera CPU PowerPC G5 Intel Core Duo Intel Core Solo InterfaceLSQT1291 Tape Playback Menu MenuMenu list Tape Recording MenuMenus related to taking pictures Menus related to playbackOther menus Recording indications OthersIndications Basic indicationsTextual indications Confirmatory indicationsFunctions cannot be used simultaneously Before requesting repair Problems and solutionsCassette is correctly inserted Cassette cannot be removedNo operation other than cassette removal can be performed RecordingPlayback Pictures Push the Reset Switch is displayedDifferent sounds are reproduced at the same time Sounds cannot be played backAbout dirty heads About condensationWhile carrying the movie camera, do not drop or bump it About the movie cameraDo not throw old battery into fire About the batteryBe sure to detach the battery after use Prepare spare batteries when going out for recordingPeriodical check-ups About the cassette LCD monitor/viewfinderAuto focus Explanation of termsAutomatic white balance White balanceSpecifications SpecificationsNumerics IndexWeb site http//panasonic.net