Panasonic PV-GS83 operating instructions Precautions, Battery pack Lithium ion battery pack

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Precautions

USE & LOCATION

WARNING

TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.

CAUTION

DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE

SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDERWITH

THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF

DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDERTO EXTENDEDHIGHTEMPERATURE... Such as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder.

AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR

THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER... Store and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your Camcorder contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

TOCLEANYOURCAMCORDER... Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder body.

TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial Camcorder lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Before handling your Camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Battery

1. Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.

Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.

Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

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Contents Operating Instructions Thank you for choosing Panasonic Following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unitLSQT1181 Important Safety Instructions Battery pack Lithium ion battery pack PrecautionsThis AC adaptor operates on AC between 110V and 240 But AC adaptorContents Attaching the battery Charging the batteryHow to turn on the power Quick GuideRecording on a tape How to turn off the powerRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot Playing back tapeCamcorder AccessoriesParts identification and handling Viewfinder -16 Battery holder USB terminal DC input terminal DC/C.C.INAdjust the belt length and the pad position Power supplyAttaching the lens cap Grip beltCharging lamp Connecting to the AC outletRemoving the battery Turning the Camcorder on ≥Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF when not using the CamcorderCharging time and recordable time About date/time Setting date and timeRecharging the built-in lithium battery Using the viewfinder Using the LCD monitorAdjusting the field of view Extending the viewfinderSet Setup Quick Start OFF To cancel Quick StartQuick Start Open the LCD monitor or extend the ViewfinderWhen the cassette holder cannot be Housed When the cassette holder does not Come outInserting/removing a cassette Accidental erasure preventionConcerning the write protection Switch on the SD Card Card access lampInserting/removing a card Concerning the cardHow to use the joystick Selecting a modeBasic joystick operations Joystick and screen displayCard recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Tape playback modeCard playback mode Slide show start/pause DeleteSwitching the language Help modeUsing the menu screen To exit the Help modeAbout the menu setting Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderAdjusting the brightness and color Level To exit the menu screen≥To eliminate washed out images, use this mode Press the Light button ≥The gain up mode is set to offRecording with the built-in LED video light Press the Light buttonRecording mode About auto modeCheck before recording Basic Camcorder positioningConcerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screen On-screen display in the tape recording modeRecording on a tape OFF When 5 minutes passes without Power SaveRecording check Blank search functionTo record still pictures clearly Recording still pictures onto a card PhotoshotZoom in/out function On-screen display in the card recording modeSelect the picture quality for Photoshot images Recording with a shutter operation EffectBacklight compensation function Recording yourselfTo cancel the MagicPix function Soft skin modeTo cancel the soft skin mode MagicPix functionTo cancel fading To cancel the wind noise reduction FunctionFade in/fade out function Wind noise reduction functionTo stop the timer midway through Self-timer recordingTo Cancel the Wide/43 Function Wide/43 functionTo cancel the optical image stabilizer Function Recording in various situations Scene modeTo cancel the guideline function Optical image stabilizer functionRecording in natural colors White balance To cancel the scene mode functionTo restore to the automatic Adjustment To set the white balance manually Manual focus adjustmentAbout flashing of the indication About the white balance sensorTo restore to automatic adjustment Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentShutter speed range Iris/gain value rangeSettings on the audio To adjust volumePlaying back tape Repeat playbackTo return to normal playback Frame-by-frame playbackPlayback on TV Playing back card Move the s /VOLr lever to switch the imagesTo display multiple playback files About the compatibility of still picturesFormatting a card Deleting files recorded on a cardTo delete all files Move the joystick down to selectTo complete the settings Writing the printing data on a card Dpof settingWhat is DPOF? Protecting files on a cardRecording from a tape onto a card Edit modeCopying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing ≥Audio will not be recordedStop playback. Player Using the DV Interface Cable for Recording Digital DubbingTo cancel the standby for recording PC Connection with the DV Interface Cable Using on a Windows PC Connecting Computer CamcorderUsing the Built-in SD Drive Operating environmentOperating environment Using as a Web camera≥The setup program starts running Installing USB DriverRe-start the computer after the USB Driver is installed Usual operation WEB Camera mode Tape Playback ModeSetting up MSN Messenger Windows Live Messenger Setting up Windows MessengerClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password ≥Windows Messenger is activatedCopying still pictures on PC Using on MacintoshOperating environment on iMovie IMovie HD When using on a Macintosh If you no longer need the driver UninstallTo disconnect USB cable safely Double click the icon in task trayFiles recorded on a SD Card About the SD CardAbout the compatibility of the card Files 256 Tape Recording Menu Menu listTape Playback Menu LanguageCard Playback Menu Card Recording MenuAdvanced O.I.S. -34-GUIDE Lines -34-SHTR Effect Basic DATE/TIME -56-PROTECTOther menus Menus related to recordingMenus related to playback Basic indications IndicationsRecording indications Playback indicationsTextual indications Confirmatory indicationsFunctions that cannot be used simultaneously Functions Conditions which disableBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Different sounds are reproduced at the same time Remaining tape time indication disappearsPlayback Pictures Playback images are verticalCard Recorded pictures are not clear Push the Reset Switch is displayedPhotoshot playback images do not look normal Even if a card is formatted, it cannot be usedAbout condensation When the lens is foggedAbout dirty heads Remove the tape if it is insertedBe sure to detach the battery after use About the batteryAbout the Camcorder While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or bump itAbout the card About the AC adaptorAbout the cassette Periodical check-ups Folder structure of the cardLCD monitor ViewfinderAutomatic white balance Explanation of termsWhite balance Auto focusHttp//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs Specifications169 Accessory# Description Camcorder Accessory SystemVisa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Request for Service NoticePanasonic Video Products Limited WarrantyAccessory Purchases Customer Services DirectoryCentralized Factory Service Center Npcparts@us.panasonic.comWind Noise Reduction Function IndexOptical image stabilizer function Spanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápido Grabación en una cinta Cómo apagar la alimentaciónGrabación de imágenes fijas en una Tarjeta Photoshot Reproducción de la cintaLSQT1181 LSQT1181 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc