Panasonic NV-GS180GN operating instructions Turning the camera on, Selecting a mode

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Before using

ªCard access lamp

When the camera accesses the card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up.

If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the card or the recorded data may be damaged or the camera may malfunction.

Opening the card slot cover and inserting or removing the card.

Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode dial.

ªSD Memory Card

The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of capacity to protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a movie camera, personal computer or other equipment.

ªConcerning the write protection

switch on the SD Memory Card

The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to [LOCK], you cannot write to the card, erase the data on it, or format it. If it is moved back, you can.

Turning the camera on

When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.

ªHow to turn on the power

1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

The status indicator lights up.

ªHow to turn off the power

1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

The status indicator goes off.

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OFF ON

Selecting a mode

Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.

1Rotate the mode dial.

Set your desired mode to 1.

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: Tape recording mode

Use this when you record the image on a tape. (Also, you can simultaneously record still pictures on a card while recording images on a tape.)

: Tape playback mode

Use this to play back a tape.

: Card recording mode

Use this to record still pictures on a card.

: Picture playback mode

Use this to play back the still pictures recorded on a card.

PC : PC mode

Use this to view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer.

(Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)

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OFF ON

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Contents Operating Instructions Information for your safety Contents Parts identification and handling Before usingAccessories OptionalTripod receptacle Viewfinder -7Lens hood Fitting the lens capShoulder strap fixture Grip belt Using the LCD monitorUsing the viewfinder Adjusting the field of viewPower supply Push the Push mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder Charging time and recordable timeInserting/removing a cassette Slide the OPEN/EJECT lever and open the cassette coverInserting/removing a card Turning the camera on Selecting a modeBasic joystick operations How to use the joystickTape recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Card recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AutoFor each individual menu, please refer to Switching the languageUsing the menu screen Set Language select the desired languageSetting date and time Changing the picture quality on LCD monitor Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderAdjusting the brightness and colour Level Order to increase the brightness Entire LCD monitorRemote control Using the remote controlConcerning the button-type battery Install a button-type batteryRemote control usable range Selecting the remote control modeCheck before recording Record modeRemove the lens cap On-screen display in the tape recording modeRecording on a tape Concerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screenStopping blank search midway Through Check the recordingBlank search function Recording still pictures onto a card PhotoshotSelect the size of still pictures to be Recorded on a card On-screen display in the card recording modeConcerning the focusing area Progressive PhotoshotTo use the zoom microphone function Zoom in/out functionRecording yourself Digital zoom functionTo return to normal recording To cancel the quick start when Power is set to OFFQuick start Backlight compensation functionNight view functions Soft skin modeTo cancel the colour night view Function To cancel the soft skin modeFade in/fade out function To cancel the tele-macro functionTo cancel fading Tele-macro functionRecording images for wide-screen TVs Self-timer recordingWind noise reduction function Continuous Photoshot To cancel the image stabilizer function≥Set to Tape Recording Mode Set Advance SIS on Image stabilizer functionTo cancel the scene mode function Recording in various situations Scene modeRecording in natural colours White balance To restore to automatic adjustment Manual focus adjustmentManual shutter speed/aperture adjustment Iris/gain value range Manual iris/gain adjustmentShutter speed range Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playback Playback modePlaying back tape Frame-by-frame playback Press the Play 1 button on the remote controlVariable-speed search function To return to normal playbackTo display the on-screen information On the TV Playback on TVPlaying back card To delete all files Deleting files recorded on a cardTo display multiple playback files About the compatibility of still pictures≥In order to stop formatting, select no To complete the settingsFormatting a card Protecting files on a cardTo set so that all pictures are not Printed Writing the printing data on a card Dpof settingWhat is DPOF? Select Cancel ALL in StepCopying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing Edit modeEdit mode Recording from a tape onto a cardTo cancel the standby for recording Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingTo play back the sound recorded with Audio dubbing ≥Set to Tape Playback ModeAudio dubbing Before recording with audio dubbingWhen you stop printing halfway Tape Playback Menu MenuMenu list Tape Recording MenuPicture Playback Menu SetupSetup Display -44-REMOTE Card Recording MenuMenus related to taking pictures Other menus Menus related to playbackIndications OthersTextual indications Confirmatory indicationsCheck the connected printer Functions cannot be used simultaneouslyThere is no ink. Check the connected printer There is no paper. Check the connected printerMovie camera power does not stay on long enough Before requesting repair Problems and solutionsPower/Body Movie camera power cannot be turned on Movie camera power is turned off automaticallyScreen has changed suddenly Remote control does not functionCassette cannot be removed No operation other than cassette removal can be performedDifferent sounds are reproduced at the same time HeadphonesOriginal sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed Playback SoundOthers Push the Reset Switch is displayedUsing MotionDV Studio 5.3E LE for DV During playback, Unplayable Card is displayedAbout the movie camera About condensationAbout dirty heads While carrying the movie camera, do not drop or bump it About the batteryBe sure to detach the battery after use Prepare spare batteries when going out for recordingFolder structure of the card About the AC adaptorAbout the cassette About the cardAutomatic white balance Explanation of termsLCD monitor/viewfinder Periodical check-upsAuto focus White balanceHttp//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs SpecificationsSpecifications SpecificationsPicture F1205Nm0 2500 a