Panasonic PV-GS34PKG About the SD Memory Card, About the compatibility of the card files

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With a PC

Notes

•Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

•ArcSoft, the ArcSoft logo, ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4, ArcSoft PhotoBase 4 and PhotoBase2 are trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc.

•Microsoft® Windows®, Windows Messenger®, MSN Messenger® and DirectX® are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

•Intel®, Pentium® and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation.

•All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these instructions are the trademarks

or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.

•The names of the products you are using may differ from the names given in the text. Depending on the operating environment and other factors, the contents of the screens used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will see on your screen.

•Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well.

•In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Jack is referred to as Camcorder.

•These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or define any terms. For this information, refer to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer.

•Do not disconnect USB Cable while the operation light of Camcorder is on. It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer.

•We recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source for the Camcorder when connecting to the personal computer. Data may be lost if the battery power is lost while transferring data.

•If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera while virus checking software is running, the Camcorder’s operation may stop midway through. In this case, exit the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger, reconnect the Camcorder and restart the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger.

•Do not delete the folders in the memory card such as picture folder. Memory card may not be recognized if folders are deleted.

•When the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode while it is connected to the personal computer, the operation mode of the Camcorder cannot be switched. In this case, disconnect the USB Connection Cable. Switch the operation mode of the Camcorder and reconnect the Cable.

•When the Tape Recording Mode of the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode, a warning message may be displayed. You may simply ignore it.

•When you are using Windows XP or Windows 2000, you may install or uninstall this software after logging ON by setting the user name to Administrator or to a user name having equivalent authority.

•If you install the USB Driver or Video Stream Driver after the USB Cable is connected, or if you do not follow these Operating Instructions, the Camcorder will not be recognized correctly. In this case, delete the USB Driver from [Device Manager] as described below, uninstall the USB Driver, and re-install it.

•With the Camcorder and personal computer connected via a USB Cable, open the [Device Manager]. Right-click [!DVC] 1 in [Ports] or [Other devices], and select [Uninstall]. ([!DVC] 1 will differ depending on the OS

or operating environment of your personal computer.)

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About the SD Memory Card

SD Memory Card (Optional)

The SD Memory Card is an external Memory Card that is available in larger capacities. It has a write protect switch to prevent data writing and card formatting, as well as a copyright protection function.

•SD Logo is a trademark.

•All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.

Files recorded on an SD Memory Card

It may not be possible to play back the files on this Camcorder recorded on and created by other equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check the compatibility of the equipment in advance.

About the compatibility of the card files

Data files recorded on an “SD Memory Card” by this Camcorder conform with DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

•If you attempt to play back files recorded with this Camcorder on other equipment or to play back files recorded with other equipment on this Camcorder, you may not be able to play them back. Please check the compatibility with the other equipment in advance.

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Contents Operating Instructions Safety Precautions Things You Should KnowAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Telephone Number PANA7262 FCC NoteFCC Caution Important Safety Instructions Precautions To Avoid Shock Hazard ... YourPage Contents Using the Viewfinder Set the OFF/ON Switch 1 to onPower Lamp 2 lights up Inserting a CardRecording a Still Picture on Card Photoshot Playing Back a TapePlaying Back a Card Standard Accessories Parts Identification and Handling„ Camcorder AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable pp ~12Power Supply Using the AC AdaptorAudio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Built-in LED Light pUsing the Battery „ Disconnecting the Power SourceAttach the charged Battery to the Camcorder Charging Time and Available Recording TimeTo Use as a Grip Belt Re-attaching the Lens CapAttaching the Shoulder Strap Inserting a CassetteUsing a Memory Card Optional Easy to Use Mode Dial How to Use the Joystick ControlTurning on the Camcorder Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Using the Menu Screen Adjusting Brightness and Color LevelUsing the LCD Monitor „ To AdjustSelecting Language List of MenusLCD SET EVF SET12bit Audio Setting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery RechargeSet to Tape/Card Recording Mode Set Basic Clock SET YES „ About date/timeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeSet to Tape Recording Mode Still Advance playback„ On-screen Display in the Tape Recording Mode Recording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record ModeAbout Recording Recording on a TapeRecording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot Recording Yourself Recording with the Built-in LED Video LightRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot „ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot in ProgressSelf-timer Recording Quick StartZoom In/Out Functions Digital Zoom Function Image Stabilizer FunctionFade In/Out Functions „ To Cancel Fading „ To Cancel the MagicPix FunctionBacklight Compensation Function MagicPix FunctionSoft-Skin Mode Recording in Special Situations Scene ModeWind Noise Reduction Function Cinema FunctionAdjusting White Balance Manually „ To Resume Automatic Adjustment„ To Cancel the Scene Mode Recording in Natural Colors White BalanceManual Shutter Speed Adjustment „ Range of Shutter Speed AdjustmentMove the Joystick Control or 33 to adjust the shutter speed About White Balance SensorManual Iris Adjustment F Number Manual Focus Adjustment„ Range of Iris Adjustment Adjusting the Sound Volume Playing Back a TapeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back „ To Stop PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Playing Back a Memory Card„ To Resume Normal Playback To Select a Desired File and Playing BackSlide Show Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card„ To Stop the Slide Show To Select and Delete FilesWriting Printing Data on a Card Dpof Setting Protecting the Files on a Card Lock Setting„ About the Dpof Formatting a Card Playing Back on Your TVSet Advance Card Format YES Move the Joystick Control 33 to select the to stop playback„ Connecting with the AV Cable Recording from a Tape onto a CardCopying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR Dubbing To record, and press the Photo Shot ButtonUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing „ To Cancel the Standby for RecordingPC Connection With DV Interface Cable „ To Stop DubbingUsing Camcorder with a PC Using the USB DriverConnecting the Personal Computer Camcorder Using Built-in SD DriveClick Restart if the InstallShield dialog appears Finish installation by following the on-screen instructionsTo Disconnect USB Cable Safely Double clickWindows XP/2000 Windows MeUsing as a Web Camera Installing the Video Stream DriverCommunication Speed Necessary software„ Windows 98SE/Me Users Click the Video Stream Driver„ When you use the Camcorder as a Web Camera Setting up the Windows MessengerWith a PC Using the ArcSoft Software Installation of ArcSoft Software „ For WindowsOperating environment „ For Windows If you no longer need software or driver Uninstall After the completion of setup, click on FinishTo start ArcSoft Software „ For Windows Click ArcSoftAbout the SD Memory Card About the compatibility of the card filesSD Memory Card Optional Files recorded on an SD Memory CardMisc Indications „ To Change the Display Mode „ Power Save ModeInitializing the Modes „ To Display Date/Time Indication„ Concerning the Power Supply „ Alarm Sounds„ Inserting/Removing the Cassette „ Recording on a Card„ Self-timer Recording „ Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light„ Quick Start „ Zoom In/Out Functions„ Soft-Skin Mode „ Scene Mode„ Backlight Compensation Function „ MagicPix Function„ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment „ Manual Iris Adjustment„ Lock Setting „ Playing Back„ Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing „ After Use„ Cautions for Use To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap„ About AC Adaptor „ Condensation„ Video Head Clogging and Care „ Optimal Use of the Battery „ Cautions for StorageBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions „ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodCassette cannot be removed No operation other than cassette removal can be performedScreen has changed suddenly Cassette cannot be insertedPush the Reset Switch is displayed Playback picture is not clearCard Recorded pictures are not clear File recorded on a card cannot be deletedUsing the Reset button Explanation of Terms„ Digital Video System „ FocusSpecifications Digital CamcorderCamcorder Accessory System Accessory # DescriptionPrice Camcorder Accessory Order Form VisaRequest for Service Notice Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyCustomer Services Directory For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTYSpanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido NotaAdvertencia del FCC Guía rápida Cómo utilizar la bateríaInserción de una tarjeta de memoria Cómo utilizar el visorGrabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta Photoshot Reproducción de una cintaReproducción de una tarjeta de memoria Index
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