Panasonic PV-GS2 Quick Start, Self-timer Recording, Zoom In/Out Functions, Digital Zoom Functions

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•If you repeatedly record or erase pictures, intervals between recorded pictures may become large. In this case, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card using this Camcorder.

Quick Start

•During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute amount of electricity is consumed.

•When the Camcorder is left in the Recording Pause Mode for 5 minutes, it will be turned into the Quick Start Standby Mode. To turn the Camcorder on again, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and then set it to [ON] again. (The Quick Start Mode will be restored.)

•This Function is not activated in the following case:

•Neither a card nor a tape has been inserted while the Tape/Card Recording Mode is set.

•In the following cases, Quick Start is canceled during the Quick Start Standby Mode.

•Operate the Mode Dial

•The Battery is replaced

•If the [QUICK START] Button is pressed and held for approximately 2 seconds during the Quick Start Standby Mode, the Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be turned off.

•If the Camcorder is not operated for approximately 30 minutes when the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights, the Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be completely turned off.

•In the Automatic White Balance Mode, the color may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning of the recording.

•The zoom magnification differs from when it is in the Quick Start Standby Mode and when the recording starts.

Self-timer Recording

•When [BEEP SOUND] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the beep sound will be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self-timer Standby Mode.

•By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, Recording Start/Stop Button or Mode Dial, the Self-timer Standby Mode is canceled.

Zoom In/Out Functions

•When you are zooming in on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 4 feet (1.2 meters) or further from the Camcorder.

Zoom Microphone Function

•The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.

Digital Zoom Functions

•As the magnification of digital zoom increases, the quality of image may deteriorate.

•White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom range.

Image Stabilizer Function

•The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate in a dimly lit place. In this case, the [EIS] Indication flashes.

•Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may change or colors may not look natural.

•After-images may appear.

•When a tripod is used, it is recommended that you turn the Image Stabilizer off.

•Within the digital zoom range, or when recording with a conversion lens attached, the Image Stabilizer Function may not work effectively.

Backlight Compensation Function

•When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight Compensation Function does not work.

•By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, the Backlight Compensation Function is canceled.

MagicPix Function

•In a bright place, such as outdoors, the recorded picture may become whitish.

•In a dark place, the recorded picture is presented in a time-lapse-like manner.

•Adjust the Focus manually.

•The Progressive Photoshot Function is automatically turned off.

•The RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Function cannot be used.

•White Balance cannot be set.

•The shutter speed cannot be adjusted.

•The Image Stabilizer, Program AE, Multi Title Screen, or Digital Effect Modes in [EFFECT1] cannot be set.

•When recording with the MagicPix Function, it is recommended that you use a tripod.

•The MagicPix Function makes the signal charging time of CCD longer up to 30 times longer than usual, so that dark scenes that are invisible to the naked eyes can be recorded brightly. For this reason, a bright dots may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

•The Image Stabilizer Function does not work. In this case, the [EIS] Indication flashes.

•The Soft Skin Function and the Backlight Compensation Function cannot be changed.

Wind Noise Reduction Function

•When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone is regulated depending on the strength of wind to reduce wind noise.

Cinema Function

•Using the Cinema Mode does not widen the recording angle.

•When images are displayed on a TV screen, the Date/Time Indication may be erased in some cases.

•Depending on the TV, the picture quality may be deteriorated.

•The Cinema Mode is canceled when a Title is displayed.

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Contents Operating Instructions Above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Things You Should KnowAddress Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model NoTelephone Number PANA7262 FCC NoteImportant Safeguards Precautions Page Contents Quick Guide Using the ViewfinderInserting a Cassette Inserting a CardRecording a Still Picture on Card Photoshot Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Start PlaybackPlaying Back a Tape Playing Back a CardStandard Accessories Controls and ComponentsCamcorder Remote Control Optional Audio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Headphone Jack PhonesViewfinder pp Inserting the Button-type Battery Remote Control OptionalUsing the Remote Control Optional Power SupplyUsing the AC Adaptor Using the BatteryCharging Time and Available Recording Time Disconnecting the Power SourceGrip Belt Re-attaching the Lens CapAttaching the Shoulder Strap Using a Memory Card OptionalInserting a Cassette Accidental Erasure PreventionEasy to Use Mode Dial Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorTurning on the Camcorder Adjusting Brightness and Color Level Using the Menu ScreenList of Menus File Selection in the Picture Playback Mode12bit Audio Set Initial Clock SET YES Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge LP ModeAudio Recording Mode About Recording Recording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record ModeRecording on a Tape To Check the RecordingDigital Still Picture Recording a Still Picture on a Card PhotoshotProgressive Photoshot RapidFire Consecutive PhotoshotTo Cancel the Quick Start Self-timer RecordingRecording Yourself Quick StartImage Stabilizer Function Digital Zoom FunctionFade In/Out Functions To Take Close-up Shots of Small SubjectsSoft-Skin Mode Backlight Compensation FunctionMagicPix Function To Cancel the Program AE Function To Cancel the Cinema FunctionWind Noise Reduction Function Cinema FunctionTo Resume Automatic Adjustment Adjusting White Balance ManuallyRecording in Natural Colors About White Balance SensorManual Iris Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentNumber Press the Enter Button 14 until the Iris Indication appearsDigital Effect Functions Manual Focus AdjustmentDigital Effects 1 EFFECT1 Digital Effects 2 EFFECT2Picture-in-Picture Mode Multi-Picture ModeWipe Mode Wipe Mode and Mix ModeMix Mode Set Tape Recording Menu Digital EFFECT1 Wipe or MIXPlaying Back a Tape Adjusting the Sound VolumeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Cue/Review PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Slow Motion Playback Optional Remote Control OnlyVariable Speed Search Function Playback with Zoom LeverPlayback Zoom Function Optional Remote Control Only Index Search Functions Optional Remote Control OnlyPhotoshot Index Search Scene Index SearchWipe Mode and Mix Mode Optional Remote Control Only Playback Digital Effect FunctionsPlaying Back a Memory Card Creating a Title Slide ShowTo Select a Desired File and Playing Back To Pause the Slide ShowTo Clear the Title Display Adding a TitleWriting Printing Data on a Card To Verify Dpof SettingProtecting the Files on a Card Deleting the Files Recorded on a CardPlaying Back on Your TV Formatting a CardTo Select and Delete All Files To Make the Indications Appear on the TV ScreenTo Cancel Audio Dubbing Audio Dubbing Optional Remote Control OnlyRecording from a Tape onto a Card Recording Pictures from a Card onto a TapeCopying on an S-VHS or a VHS Cassette Using the DV Cable for RecordingTo Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound To Stop DubbingPC Connection With DV Interface Cable Using USB Driver Optional Software Using the Software Optional with a Personal ComputerSoftware Installation For Windows Installing USB Driver Optional SoftwareFor Using Built-in SD Drive Connecting the Personal Computer and CamcorderFinish installation by following the on-screen instructions Windows 98SE/Me UsersDouble click the icon in task tray To disconnect USB cable safelyWindows XP/2000 Windows MeUsing as a Web Camera Optional Software Click the WebCam Driver Installing WebCam Driver Optional SoftwareFor Windows XP users WEB is displayed on the LCD Monitor of the CamcorderSetting up the Windows Messenger Setting up the MSN MessengerClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareGraphic display Other requirementsTo Use DV Studio 3.1E-SE Installing DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareClick DV Studio Click Next Set Camera or Playback USB Function DV StudioAbout the SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard If you no longer need software or driver UninstallSD Memory Card Optional MultiMediaCardTitle About the compatibility of the card filesIndications To Change the Display Mode To Change the Counter Display ModeInitializing the Modes To Display Date/Time IndicationAlarm Sounds Concerning the Power SupplyInserting/Removing the Cassette Recording CheckQuick Start Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Zoom Microphone FunctionManual Iris Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentProgram AE White BalanceIndex Search Functions Playing BackPlayback Zoom Function Playback Digital Effect FunctionsUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Lock SettingPlaying Back on Your TV Recording Pictures from a Card onto a TapeAbout AC Adaptor CondensationVideo Head Clogging and Care Optimal Use of the Battery LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Before Requesting Service Problems and SolutionsBattery cannot be charged Battery runs down quicklyRecording does not start although power is Original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performedExplanation of Terms Using the Reset buttonDigital Video System FocusMemory Stop Function Time CodeDigital Camcorder SpecificationsAccessory # Description Camcorder Accessory SystemVisa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited WarrantyAccessory Purchases Customer Services DirectoryCentralized Factory Servicenter Npcparts@panasonic.comSpanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido NotaAdvertencia del FCC Inserción de un cassette Guía rápidaInserción de una tarjeta de memoria Cómo utilizar el visorReproducción de una cinta Grabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta PhotoshotReproducción de una tarjeta de memoria Comienza la grabaciónIndex

PV-GS2 specifications

The Panasonic PV-GS2 is a compact digital camcorder that was released as part of Panasonic’s renowned GS series, designed for users seeking a blend of portability and performance. This model stands out for its robust features and advanced technologies, making it an ideal choice for amateur videographers and enthusiasts alike.

One of the key features of the PV-GS2 is its 3CCD imaging system, which consists of three separate sensors for red, green, and blue. This technology allows for exceptional color reproduction and clarity, resulting in vibrant, true-to-life video quality. The 3CCD system significantly enhances the camcorder's ability to capture details in various lighting conditions, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor shooting.

The camcorder boasts a 12x optical zoom, complemented by a digital zoom capability, allowing users to capture distant subjects with impressive clarity. The zoom function is paired with image stabilization technology, which helps reduce the effects of camera shake, delivering smoother video footage, particularly useful during handheld shooting.

Equipped with a 2.5-inch LCD display, the PV-GS2 offers a clear and vibrant interface for easy framing and playback of video. The LCD screen can be rotated and flipped, providing flexibility in shooting angles and enabling easier self-recording. Additionally, the camcorder includes a powerful built-in microphone and options for external audio input, ensuring high-quality sound to accompany the visuals.

The PV-GS2 supports recording in various formats, allowing users to choose the optimal quality for their needs. It also features a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port, enabling straightforward connection to a computer for editing and sharing footage, which is crucial for those looking to create polished video projects.

Another notable characteristic is its compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable for travel or events. The ergonomic grip enhances comfort during prolonged use, ensuring that users can shoot for extended periods without discomfort.

The Panasonic PV-GS2 represents a marriage of advanced technology and user-friendly design, serving as a versatile tool for capturing precious moments in high quality. Its combination of the 3CCD system, optical zoom, image stabilization, and flexible viewing options solidifies its reputation as a reliable choice for anyone looking to dive into the world of digital videography.
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