Panasonic NV-GS90 Menus related to taking pictures, Menus related to playback, Other menus

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Menu

Menus related to taking pictures

ª[DATE/TIME]

This switches between date and time indications. The movie camera automatically records the

date and time of picture taking on the tape.

ª[AUDIO REC]

Switches the audio (PCM audio) recording systems.

[12bit]: Records audio in “12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks”. (The original sound recorded is preserved after audio dubbing.)

[16bit]: Records audio in “16 bit 48 kHz 2 tracks”. Audio can be recorded in higher quality. (The original sound recorded is erased after audio dubbing.)

Audio dubbing cannot be performed on this unit. If you want to edit the sound on a model with an audio dubbing function, set [12bit] to take pictures.

ª[DISPLAY]

Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be switched to minimum display.

ª[BEEP SOUND]

Set to [ON] and confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows.

1 Beep

When you start recording When you turn on the power

When the unit goes from quick start standby mode to recording pause

2 Beeps

When you pause recording When you turn off the power

When the unit goes into quick start standby mode

2 Beeps for 4 times

When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs (-45-), and at other times. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (-41-)

ª[POWER SAVE]

[OFF]:

When about 5 minutes passed

 

without any operation, the standby

mode automatically will be set. In the standby mode, [;] blinks and it takes time more than usual to start recording after you press the recording start/stop button.

[5 MINUTES]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the movie camera automatically turns off to protect the tape or to prevent the battery from running down. When you use the movie camera, turn it on again.

In the following cases, the power may not turn off even when set [POWER SAVE] >>

[5 MINUTES].

When connecting to the AC outlet (When using the AC adapter)

When connecting the USB cable or the DV cable to a personal computer or other equipment

Menus related to playback

ª[12bit AUDIO]

If you want to edit the sound on a model with an audio dubbing function, set [12bit] to take pictures.

You can switch the sound (PCM Audio) when playing back a tape with sound recorded in [12bit].

[ST1]: It only plays back the original sound recorded.

[ST2]: It only plays back the sound on the tape added with audio dubbing.

[MIX]: It simultaneously plays back both [ST1] and [ST2] sounds.

Audio dubbing cannot be performed on this unit. When playing back a tape recorded on this unit, you will not be able to hear the sound if [ST2] is set. Set [ST1].

ª[AUDIO OUT]

This switches the sound to be played back. [STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub

 

sound)

[L]:

Left channel sound (main sound)

[R]:

Right channel sound (sub sound)

Other menus

ª[INITIAL SET]

When there is a menu that cannot be selected depending on a combination of functions, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the initial shipping condition.

(Language setting cannot be back to the initial shipping condition.)

ª[DEMO MODE]

If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette, the movie camera is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is cancelled. If no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration mode automatically starts. To terminate the demonstration mode, insert a cassette, or set to [DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. For normal use, set this function to [OFF].

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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