Panasonic PV-GS80 Check before recording, Basic Camcorder positioning, Check points

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Record mode

Record mode

Check before recording

Check the following before recording important events such as weddings or when the Camcorder has not been used for a long time.

Conduct a test recording to make sure that the image recording and the audio recording work properly.

ªBasic Camcorder positioning

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1)Hold the Camcorder with both hands.

2)Run your hand through the grip belt.

3)Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands.

4)Keep your arms near your body.

5)Slightly open your legs.

When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight as far in the background as possible. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.

ªCheck points

Remove the lens cap. (-13-)

(When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the Camcorder on after removing the lens cap.)

Grip belt adjustment (-13-)

Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder. (Recording cannot start while the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. Even if the LCD monitor and viewfinder are closed

during recording, the power will not turn off until recording stops.)

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder (-24-) Power supply (-14-)

Insert a cassette/card (-19-, -20-) Setting date/time (-16-) Setting SP/LP mode (-26-)

ªAbout auto mode

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO], and color balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically.

Auto white balance: -69-

Auto focusing: -69-

Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. (When set to the tape recording mode: The shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum of 1/250.)

Color balance and focus may not be adjusted depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust the white balance and focus.

Scene mode setting (-36-) White balance setting (-37-) Shutter speed setting (-38-)

Iris/gain value setting (-38-) Focus setting (-38-)

ªRecording mode

You can switch the tape recording mode. Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.

1Set [BASIC] or [ADVANCED] >>

[REC SPEED] >> [SP] or [LP].

If the LP mode is selected, the recording time will be 1.5 times the SP mode, but some functions will be disabled.

We recommend using the SP mode for important recording.

In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode.

In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions may be disabled.

Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment without the LP mode.

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Contents PV-GS80 Things You Should Know Following Applies only in the U.S.A Important Safety Instructions ≥Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack This symbol is only valid in the European UnionBattery pack Lithium ion battery pack AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110/120/220/240 ButContents With a PC Playback modeEdit mode MenuHow to turn on the power Charging the batteryAttaching the battery Quick GuideRecording still pictures onto a card How to turn off the powerRecording on a tape Playing back tapeParts identification and handling AccessoriesBattery pack AV cable USB cable PV-GS85 only CamcorderViewfinder -17 Attaching the lens cap How to remove the Sensor tag for U.S.A. onlyAdjust the belt length and the pad position Grip beltRemoving the battery Power supplyConnecting to the AC outlet Charging lampTurning 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 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 Accidental erasure preventionInserting/removing a card Card access lampConcerning the write protection Switch on the SD Card Concerning the cardBasic joystick operations Selecting a modeHow to use the joystick Joystick and screen displayTape playback mode Playback the previous pictureUsing the menu screen Help modeSwitching the language To exit the Help modeAdjusting the brightness and color Level Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderAbout the menu setting To exit the menu screenRecording with the built-in LED video light Press the Light button ≥The gain up mode is set to off≥To eliminate washed out images, use this mode Press the Light buttonCheck before recording About auto modeRecording mode Basic Camcorder positioningConcerning the remaining tape time Indication on the screen On-screen display in the tape recording modeRecording on a tape Recording check Power SaveOFF When 5 minutes passes without Blank search functionRecording a still picture on a tape Photoshot To record still pictures clearly On-screen display in the card recording modeRecording still pictures onto a card Select the picture quality for Photoshot imagesAbout the variable speed zoom Function Zoom in/out functionDigital zoom function To use the zoom microphone functionBacklight compensation function To cancel the MagicPix functionRecording yourself MagicPix functionTo cancel fading Soft skin modeTo cancel the soft skin mode Fade in/fade out functionTo stop the timer midway through Self-timer recording PV-GS85 onlyTo cancel the wind noise reduction Function Wind noise reduction functionGuideline function Wide/43 functionOptical image stabilizer function Recording in various situations Scene mode To cancel the scene mode functionTo set the white balance manually To restore to the automatic AdjustmentRecording in natural colors White balance About flashing of the indicationTo restore to automatic adjustment Manual focus adjustmentManual shutter speed/aperture adjustment Iris/gain value range Manual iris/gain adjustmentShutter speed range Playing back tape To adjust volumeSettings on the audio Repeat playbackTo return to normal playback Frame-by-frame playbackPlayback on TV To display multiple playback files Move the s /VOLr lever to switch the imagesPlaying back card PV-GS85 only About the compatibility of still picturesTo delete all files Deleting files recorded on a cardFormatting a card PV-GS85 only Move the joystick down to selectWhat is DPOF? Writing the printing data on a card Dpof settingTo complete the settings Protecting files on a cardCopying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a card ≥The image and sound are reproducedStop playback. Player Using the DV Interface Cable for Recording Digital DubbingTo cancel the standby for recording PC Connection with the DV Interface Cable Using the Built-in SD Drive Connecting Computer CamcorderUsing on a Windows PC PV-GS85 only Operating environmentUsing as a Web camera Re-start the computer after the USB Driver is installed Installing USB Driver≥The setup program starts running Usual operation WEB Camera mode Tape Playback ModeClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Setting up Windows MessengerSetting up MSN Messenger Windows Live Messenger ≥Windows Messenger is activatedCopying still pictures on PC Using on MacintoshOperating environment on iMovie IMovie HD To disconnect USB cable safely If you no longer need the driver Uninstall≥When Mode Dial is turned to change modes Double clickAbout the compatibility of the card Mode of the Camcorder and reconnect the cableAbout the SD Card Files recorded on a SD CardComputer PV-GS85 only 256Tape Playback Menu Menu listTape Recording Menu Advanced O.I.S. -35-GUIDE Lines -35-SHTR Effect Card Recording MenuCard Playback Menu PV-GS85 only Basic DATE/TIME -58-PROTECTOther menus Menus related to recordingMenus related to playback Recording indications IndicationsBasic indications Playback indicationsConfirmatory indications Textual indicationsFunctions Conditions which disable Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslyBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Playback Pictures Remaining tape time indication disappearsDifferent sounds are reproduced at the same time Playback images are verticalPhotoshot playback images do not look normal Push the Reset Switch is displayedCard PV-GS85 only Recorded pictures are not clear Even if a card is formatted, it cannot be usedAbout dirty heads When the lens is foggedAbout condensation Remove the tape if it is insertedAbout the Camcorder About the batteryBe sure to detach the battery after use While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or bump itAbout the card PV-GS85 only About the AC adaptorAbout the cassette LCD monitor Folder structure of the cardPeriodical check-ups ViewfinderWhite balance Explanation of termsAutomatic white balance Auto focusSpecifications Http//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs169 Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# DescriptionCamcorder Accessory Order Form For USA Customers VisaRequest for Service Notice Request for Service Notice USA OnlyPanasonic Video Products Centralized Factory Service Center Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Npcparts@us.panasonic.comCamcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labour Warranty For Canadian CustomersAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 For Product Operation ASSISTANCE, please contactIndex NumericsSpanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápido Grabación de imágenes fijas en una Cómo apagar la alimentaciónGrabación en una cinta Reproducción de la cintaLSQT1121 LSQT1121 LSQT1121 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc
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