Panasonic NV-GS300B, PV-GS300 operating instructions Using as a Web camera, Installing USB Driver

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With a PC

Using as a Web camera

If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to other parties via the network.

Note:

≥Do not connect the USB cable until the USB Driver is installed.

This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system. Please see chart below:

[Send]

 

[Receive]

[Software]

 

 

 

 

Windows XP

<OK>

Windows XP

Windows

 

 

 

Messenger/

 

 

 

MSN

 

 

 

Messenger

 

 

 

 

Windows XP

<OK>

Windows

MSN

 

 

2000

Messenger

 

 

 

 

Windows

<OK>

Windows

MSN

2000

 

2000

Messenger

 

 

 

 

ªOperating environment

OS:

IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled;

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional SP1 or SP2 °1

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4

CPU:

Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher (including compatible CPU)

RAM:

128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)

Free hard disk space:

250 MB or more

Communication Speed:

56 kbps or faster is recommended

Interface:

USB 1.1 or later — A type

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit) or more

Desktop resolution of 800k600 pixels or more

Other requirements (to send/receive audio): Sound card

Speaker or headphones

Necessary software:

Windows Messenger 5.0/5.1 (Windows XP) MSN Messenger 7.0/7.5 (Windows XP/2000) DirectX 9.0b/9.0c

°1 When your OS is Windows XP SP2, the USB driver is not needed.

To use the Camcorder as a Web camera, the following conditions must be met.

≥To upgrade Windows XP to SP2, click [start] >> [All Programs] >> [Windows Update]. (Requires Internet connection.)

≥To upgrade Windows 2000 to SP4, click [start]

>> [Windows Update]. (Requires Internet connection.)

≥Install Windows Messenger (Windows XP). If you have a version older than 5.0/5.1, download the latest version (5.0/5.1) from the Microsoft Home Page.

The latest version of MSN Messenger can also be downloaded from the Microsoft Home Page. http://www.microsoft.com/

(For download and installation instructions, please refer to Help on the Home Page.)

≥If the installed version is not the latest, update it by performing the Windows update.

≥Depending on the security setting on the PC, proper communication may not be possible.

ªInstalling USB Driver

DirectX 9.0b must be installed in your PC if it is not already installed.

≥When DirectX 9.0b is installed, applications supported by previous versions of DirectX may not run. In this case, consult the manufacturers of the disabled applications.

1Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.

≥Quit all applications. ≥[Setup Menu] appears.

2Click [USB Driver].

≥The set up program starts running.

3Depending on your system environment, installation of “DirectX 9.0b” may be required. Click [Yes] and continue with installation.

≥After “DirectX 9.0b” is installed, the computer

will restart.

≥Do not remove the CD-ROM.

≥Installation may take a little while.

4 Finish installation by following the on-screen instructions.

≥Click [Next] and proceed with installation.

≥After completing the installation, Click [Finish].

5 Click [OK].

ªConnecting the Camcorder to personal computer (For Use as a Web Camera)

1Install the supplied USB Driver on the provided CD-ROM.

2Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.

3Set [ADVANCED] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAM].

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Contents Operating Instructions Things You Should Know AC AdaptorThis symbol is only valid in the European Union Important Safety Instructions Precautions Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Article 8 Termination of LicenseContents With a PC Playback modeEdit mode MenuHow to turn on the power Charging the batteryAttaching the battery Quick GuideRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot How to turn off the powerRecording on a tape Playing back tapeAccessories Parts identification and handlingCamcorder Power LCD button Power LCD Cassette holder Accessory shoe Reset button ResetCard access lamp USB terminalOne-touch free-style grip belt To use as a grip beltTo use as a hand strap Fitting the battery Power supplyConnecting to the AC outlet Removing the battery≥Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF when not using the Camcorder Charging time and recordable timeTurning the Camcorder on Setting date and time Recharging the built-in lithium batteryAbout date/time Adjusting the field of view Using the LCD monitorUsing the viewfinder Extending the viewfinderQuick Start To cancel Quick StartSet Setup Quick Start OFF Open the LCD monitor or extend the ViewfinderInserting/removing a cassette When the cassette holder does not Come outWhen the cassette holder cannot be Housed Inserting/removing a cardConcerning the card Selecting a modeCard access lamp SD Memory CardTape playback mode How to use the joystickTape recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Basic joystick operationsCard recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Help modeTo exit the Help mode Card playback modeAbout the menu setting Switching the languageUsing the menu screen To exit the menu screenAdjusting the brightness and color Level Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderOperating with remote control Order to increase the brightness Entire LCD monitorUsing the remote control Remote controlInstall a button-type battery Remote control usable range Selecting the remote control modeConcerning the button-type battery Check before recording About auto modeRecording mode Basic Camcorder positioning≥Set to Tape Recording Mode On-screen display in the tape recording modePower Save Recording on a tapeRecording check Blank search functionStopping blank search midway Through Recording still pictures onto a card Photoshot On-screen display in the card recording mode≥Set to Card Recording Mode To record still pictures clearlyZoom in/out function Recording yourself Backlight compensation functionTo cancel the soft skin mode Soft skin modeTo cancel the MagicPix function MagicPix functionsTele macro function To cancel the tele macro functionTo cancel fading Fade in/fade out functionTo cancel Auto Ground-Directional Standby Using the built-in flashTo cancel the wind noise reduction Function Wind noise reduction functionTo stop the timer midway through Self-timer recordingWhen the flash is not used Red eye reduction functionWide/43 function To Cancel the Wide/43 FunctionTo cancel the image stabilizer function Optical image stabilizer functionRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording in various situations Scene modeTo cancel the scene mode function To stop RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot midway throughRecording in natural colors White balance Manual focus adjustment Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to FocusSet the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to Auto or Focus Shutter speed range Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Iris/gain value rangePlaying back tape To adjust volumeSettings on the audio Repeat playbackSlow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playback Variable-speed search functionTo return to normal playback To display the on-screen information On the TV Playback on TVPlaying back card Move the joystick up to select Icon to start playbackAbout the compatibility of still pictures Deleting files recorded on a cardTo display multiple playback files To delete all filesWriting the printing data on a card Dpof setting Formatting a cardProtecting files on a card Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a card ≥The image and sound are reproducedWhen operating with the remote control Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingTo cancel the standby for recording Start playback. Player Start recording. RecorderTo play back the sound recorded with Audio dubbing Audio dubbingBefore recording with audio dubbing You can add music or narration to the recorded cassette When you stop printing halfway Using the Camcorder with a PC Software InstallationCheck before Use Operating environment Connecting Computer CamcorderUsing Built-in SD Drive ≥MotionDV StudioUsing as a Web camera Installing USB DriverSetting up Windows Messenger Usual operation WEB Camera mode Tape Playback Mode≥Windows Messenger is activated Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Using Quick Movie Magic or MotionDV StudioSetting up MSN Messenger Type in your E-mail address and passwordOther requirements Installation of Quick Movie Magic MotionDV StudioHard disk Click the Quick Movie Magic/ MotionDV Studio Click NextClick Update Driver To start Quick Movie Magic or MotionDV StudioIf a description other than Microsoft is displayed Operating environment on iMovie IMovie HD Using on MacintoshInterface DV FireWire Copying still pictures on PCIf you no longer need software or driver Uninstall To disconnect USB cable safelyDouble click SD Memory Card About the SD Memory CardAbout the compatibility of the card Files Files recorded on a SD Memory CardDcim Tape Playback Menu Menu listTape Recording Menu MenuCard Recording Menu Card Playback MenuBasic DATE/TIME -65-PROTECT Menus related to taking pictures Menus related to playbackOther menus Recording indications IndicationsBasic indications Playback indicationsConfirmatory indications Textual indicationsThere is no paper. Check the connected printer Functions cannot be used simultaneouslyThere is no ink. Check the connected printer Check the connected printerBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Cassette cannot be inserted Original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performedScreen has changed suddenly Auto focus function does not workPlayback picture is not clear Push the Reset Switch is displayedUsing MotionDV Studio 5.6E LE for DV or Quick Movie Magic Card Recorded pictures are not clearAbout condensation About dirty headsAbout the Camcorder Prepare 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 card About the AC adaptorAbout the cassette Folder structure of the cardAutomatic white balance Explanation of termsPeriodical check-ups LCD monitorWhite balance Auto focusSpecifications Http//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/csMode Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# DescriptionCamcorder Accessory Order Form For USA Customers AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-1030 AM SAT, Pacific TimeRequest for Service Notice Request for Service Notice USA OnlyLimited Warranty For USA Customers Panasonic/Quasar Video ProductsCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Npcparts@us.panasonic.comWarranty For Canadian Customers Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3Camcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labour Index NumericsSpanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápido Grabación de imágenes fijas en una Tarjeta Photoshot Cómo apagar la alimentaciónGrabación en una cinta Reproducción de la cintaF1105Mk0 50 a
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