Panasonic NV-GS400GN operating instructions Using the Auto Pop-up Flash, Bass Enhancer, Colour Bar

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Recording Mode

2Press the [;/] Button to select the [MNL (AGC*, NO-AGC)].

AGC*: Auto Gain Control

When you set [MODE] to any other setting than [AUTO], the Microphone Sensitivity Level appears.

MIC LEVEL SETUP

 

MODE

 

AUTO

 

 

1MNL(AGC)

 

 

 

MNL(NO-AGC)

 

(dB)-30

0

+6

GAIN ---

(dB)-30

0 +6

LEVEL

.............

(MIC)

 

 

 

;/∫:SELECT &/%:SETUP

 

 

!/MENU:EXIT

AUTO:

AGC is activated, and the recording level is adjusted automatically.

MNL (AGC):

The desired recording level can be set. AGC will also be activated to reduce the amount of distortion in the audio.

MNL (NO-AGC):

AGC is not activated and so natural recording can be performed. Adjust in such a way that the sound will not be distorted at the maximum volume level. When the Zoom Microphone Function is set to [ON], adjust the recording level after pushing the [W/T] Lever toward [T].

3Press the [5] Button (18) or [6] Button (21) to increase or decrease the bars of the [GAIN] Indication.

Adjust the [GAIN] value so that the last three Bars of the [LEVEL (MIC)] will not light red. (Otherwise, the Sound is distorted.)

ªBass Enhancer

It strengthens the lower area of the audio to record more powerful audio.

1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [ADVANCED] >> [BASS ENHANCE] >> [3dB] or [6dB].

STILL

(16)

 

ENTER

MENU

FADE

To Cancel the Bass Enhancer Function

Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [ADVANCED] >> [BASS ENHANCE] >> [0dB].

ªColour Bar

This displays 7 colour bars which are useful for adjusting the picture quality of the TV or external monitor.

1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [ADVANCED] >> [COLOUR BAR] >> [ON].

STILL

(16)

 

ENTER

MENU

FADE

The colour bars are not recorded onto the card.

For other notes concerning this item, see -58-.

Using the Auto Pop-up Flash

The Auto Pop-up Flash enables you to record still pictures in a dark place.

1Repeatedly press the [ß] Button (8) to select a desired flash mode.

(8)

1)

2)

3)

 

 

 

 

 

1)Auto: The Movie Camera perceives the brightness around the subject and the Auto Pop-up Flash is automatically popped up and activated. (In bright places, the indication disappears and the Auto Pop-up Flash does not light.)

2)OFF: The Auto Pop-up Flash is not popped up and activated.

3)ON: The Auto Pop-up Flash is always

popped up and activated.

2Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (52) halfway to pop up the Flash.

(52) PHOTO SHOT

The Auto Pop-up Flash is not activated depending on the setting on the flash and the brightness around the subject.

3Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (52) fully which is pressed halfway.

The flash lights and a still picture is recorded. After recording, close the Auto Pop-up Flash

by pressing on it.

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Contents Operating Instructions VQT0J84Information for Your Safety Contents Standard Accessories Optional AccessoriesControls and Components Movie CameraAspect/Pro-Cinema Button ASPECT/PRO-CINEMA Remote Controller Eyepiece Corrector Knob Viewfinder -12DV Terminal DV -46 Video Input/Output Socket S-VIDEO IN/OUTInserting a Button-type Battery Remote ControllerFree Style Remote Controller with Mic Power Supply Using the Remote ControllerUsing the AC Adaptor Using the BatteryAttach the charged Battery to the Movie Camera Disconnecting the Power SourceCharging Time and Available Recording Time One-touch Free Style Grip BeltAttaching the Lens Cap Attaching the Shoulder StrapTo Use as a Hand Strap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens CapUsing a Card Inserting a CassetteSelecting Modes Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorTurning on the Movie Camera Using the Menu Screen Adjusting Brightness and Colour LevelFile Selection in the Picture Playback Mode List of MenusTape Recording Menu To Return the Previous ScreenTape Playback Menu Card Recording Menu AV IN/OUTAudio Level Audio Level Shtr Effect Shutter EffectPicture Playback Menu Card Format Formatting a Card -43-3 PrintSetting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery RechargeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeAbout Recording Recording on a TapeRecording Lamp To Check the RecordingFrame Moving Pictures Frame Mode Finding the End of RecordingTo Add a Sound while Recording Digital Still PictureSet Tape Recording Menu Camera REC Mode Frame Recording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot≥The Frame Indication appears ModeTo Cancel the Quick Start Quick StartContinuous Photoshot Selecting the Size of Photoshot ImagesSelf-timer Recording Zoom In/Out FunctionsTo Take Close-up Shots of Small Subjects To Use the Tele-Macro FunctionTo Use the Zoom Microphone Function Digital Zoom FunctionImage Stabilizer Function Fade In/Out Functions Backlight Compensation FunctionNight View Functions To Resume Normal RecordingWide/Pro-Cinema Function Soft Skin FunctionWind Noise Reduction Function Recording in Natural Colours Cinema FunctionRecording in Special Situations Adjusting White Balance Manually About Black Balance AdjustmentTo Resume Automatic Adjustment About White Balance SensorManual Shutter Speed Adjustment About the Card Slow ShutterUseful for recording fast-moving subjects Press the SHUTTER/IRIS Button 27 onceRecording with Fixed Brightness Manual Iris AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment Picture Adjustment Advanced FunctionsZebra Pattern Microphone Sensitivity LevelUsing the Auto Pop-up Flash To Cancel the Bass Enhancer FunctionBass Enhancer Colour BarDigital Effect Functions Red Eye Reduction FunctionMulti-Picture Mode Picture-in-Picture ModeWipe Mode and Mix Mode Wipe ModeMix Mode Set Tape Recording Menu Digital EFFECT1 Wipe or MIXAdjusting the Sound Volume Playing Back a TapeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Cue/Review PlaybackPlayback with Volume/Jog Lever Slow Motion PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Variable Speed Search FunctionScene Index Search Index Search FunctionPlayback Zoom Function Playback Digital Effect Functions Playing Back a CardTo suspend Playback Digital Effect Temporarily To Select a Desired File and Playing BackSlide Show Creating a TitleTo Pause the Slide Show To Stop the Slide ShowTo Clear the Title Display Adding a TitleWriting Printing Data on a Card To Verify Dpof Setting Protecting the Files on a CardDeleting the Files Recorded on a Card To Select and Delete Files or TitlesTo Select and Delete All Files Formatting a CardPlaying Back on Your TV Press the OSD Button 63 on the Remote Controller To Make the Indications Appear on the TV ScreenTo Cancel Audio Dubbing Recording from a Tape onto a CardAudio Dubbing To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio DubbingRecording the Contents of Other Equipment Copying on a DVD-R or an S-VHS or a VHS CassetteUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingRecorder To Stop DubbingWhen you stop printing halfway Connect the printer with the supplied USB CableSelect the desired picture Press the Enter ButtonUsing as a Web Camera Using MotionDV StudioCopying Still Pictures to a PC With USB CableUsing SD Viewer Using a Card in a Personal ComputerFolder Configuration when the Card is used with a PC With DV Cable optionalIndications To Change the Counter Display Mode To Change the Display ModeWhen using Tape Recording Mode To Display Date/Time IndicationInitializing the Modes Concerning the Power Supply Alarm SoundsInserting/Removing the Cassette Recording CheckQuick Start To record still pictures clearlyAbout the Shutter Chance Mark Continuous PhotoshotSelf-timer Recording Zoom In/Out FunctionsTele-Macro Function Zoom Microphone FunctionManual Shutter Speed Adjustment Wide/Pro-Cinema FunctionCinema Function Programme AEManual Iris Adjustment Using the Auto Pop-up FlashRecording with Fixed Brightness AE Lock Advanced FunctionsPlaying Back Red Eye Reduction FunctionDigital Effect Functions Lock Setting Index Search FunctionPlayback Zoom Function Playback Digital Effect FunctionsRecording the Contents of Other Equipment Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingPlaying Back on Your TV Audio DubbingThereafter, turn on the Movie Camera power About AC AdaptorCondensation May be adversely affectedVideo Head Clogging and Care Optimal Use of the Battery Before Requesting Repair Problems and Solutions LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodBattery cannot be charged HeadphonesOriginal sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed Other Recording Auto Focus Function does not workAuto Focus Adjustment Explanation of TermsDigital Video System FocusTime Code Memory Stop FunctionRecording a fast-moving subject Recording a subject with little contrastSpecifications Specifications640k480 1280k960 1600k1200 2288k1728 Page S0604Re0 550 a