Panasonic PV-GS83 Remaining tape time indication disappears, Playback Pictures

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Indications

1: A sentence is displayed in red in the screen center.

Read the contents and respond to them. (-58-)

2: The remaining tape time indication disappears.

The remaining tape time indication may disappear temporarily during frame-by-frame playback or other operation. If you continue ordinary recording or playback, the indication is

restored.

3: The remaining tape time Indication does not match the actual remaining tape time.

If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously recorded, the remaining tape time cannot be correctly displayed.

In some cases, the remaining tape time indication may show remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.

4: The function indications such as the mode indication or the remaining tape time indication are not shown.

If you set [SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF], indications other than the tape running condition, warning and date indications disappear.

Playback (Sound)

1: Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the Camcorder.

0Is the volume too low? During playback, push the [s /VOLr] lever to display the volume indication and adjust it. (-38-)

2: Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.

Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing the main sound and sub sound? Set to [L] to hear main sound and set to [R] to hear the sub sound. (-56-)

Playback (Pictures)

1:Although the Camcorder is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.

The playback images are vertical.

Have you selected video input on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input terminals used for the connection.

Is the [TV ASPECT] setting correct? Change the setting to match the aspect ratio of the TV. [SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] >> [16:9] or [4:3].

2:Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during cue or review playback.

This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction.

3:Horizontal stripes appear on images during cue and review playback.

Horizontal stripes may appear depending on the scene, but this is not a malfunction.

4: Playback picture is not clear.

Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. Clean the heads by using the head cleaner for digital video (optional). (-63-)

If the terminal for the AV cable is soiled, noises may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil off the terminal with a soft cloth and then connect the cable to the A/V terminal.

Is a picture containing a copyright protection signal (copy guard) being recorded? When a protected picture is played back by the Camcorder, mosaic-like patterns appear on the picture.

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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 tapeParts identification and handling AccessoriesCamcorder 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 beltRemoving the battery Connecting to the AC outletCharging lamp Charging time and recordable time ≥Set the OFF/ON switch to OFF when not using the CamcorderTurning the Camcorder on Recharging the built-in lithium battery Setting date and timeAbout date/time 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 positioningRecording on a tape On-screen display in the tape recording modeConcerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screen 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 functionTo restore to the automatic Adjustment To cancel the scene mode functionRecording in natural colors White balance 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 playbackPlayback on TV Frame-by-frame playbackTo return to normal playback 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 recordedTo cancel the standby for recording Using the DV Interface Cable for Recording Digital DubbingStop playback. Player 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 activatedOperating environment on iMovie IMovie HD Using on MacintoshCopying still pictures on PC When using on a Macintosh If you no longer need the driver UninstallTo disconnect USB cable safely Double click the icon in task trayAbout the compatibility of the card Files About the SD CardFiles recorded on a SD Card 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-PROTECTMenus related to playback Menus related to recordingOther menus 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 cassette About the AC adaptorAbout the card 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.comOptical image stabilizer function IndexWind Noise Reduction 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