Panasonic PV-GS32 Standard Accessories, Parts Identification and Handling, Camcorder

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Before Using

Before Using

Standard Accessories

The followings are the accessories supplied with the Camcorder.

1)
PV-DAC14D	K2GJ2DC00011 K2CA2CA00025
2)	3)	4)
CGA-DU12	K2KC4CB00020	LSFC0018
5)
AY-DVM60EJ

1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (p. 11)

CAUTION:

This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for voltages other than 120 V AC. Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.

We recommend using the accessory power plug adaptor (VJSS0070/KZDB4ZE00001) in an area which has special AC outlets.

2)Battery Pack (p. 12)

3)AV Cable (pp. 36, 37)

4)Shoulder Strap (p. 13)

5)Mini DV Tape (60 min.) (p. 14)

How to Turn off the Demo Mode

To terminate the demonstration mode, insert a cassette or set the [ DEMO MODE] to [OFF] as follows.

1 Set [ SETUP] >> [ DEMO MODE] >> [OFF].

Parts Identification and Handling

Camcorder

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1LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN▼] (p. 17)

2LCD Monitor (pp. 17, 57)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen.

However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

3Speaker (p. 32)

4DC Input Jack [DC IN] (p. 11)

5Battery Holder

6Card Slot Cover Open Lever [◄OPEN] (p. 14)

7Card Slot Cover (p. 14)

8Card Slot (p. 14)

9Card Access Lamp (p. 15)

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10Lens Hood (p. 57)

11Lens

12Microphone (built-in, stereo) (pp. 25, 28)

13Zoom Lever [W/T] (pp. 25, 26)

Volume Lever [– / VOL +] (pp. 32, 33)

14White Balance Sensor (p. 30)

15Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT] (pp. 36, 37)

•Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder’s built-in speaker.

•When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes.

10	For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

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Contents Operating Instructions Things You Should Know Safety PrecautionsAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover FCC Note Telephone Number PANA7262FCC Caution Important Safety Instructions Precautions USE & LocationContents Uninstall Lock SettingUsing Camcorder with a PC Problems and SolutionsRecording on a Tape Using the ViewfinderInserting a Card Lights upPlaying Back a Tape Recording a Still Picture on Card PhotoshotPlaying Back a Card „ Camcorder Standard AccessoriesParts Identification and Handling AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable pBuilt-in LED Light p Power SupplyUsing the AC Adaptor Viewfinder ppAttach the charged Battery to the Camcorder Using the Battery„ Disconnecting the Power Source Charging Time and Available Recording TimeRe-attaching the Lens Cap Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your handTo Use as a Grip Belt Attaching the Shoulder Strap„ When the Cassette Holder cannot be housed Using a Memory Card Optional„ When the Cassette Holder does not come out Accidental Erasure PreventionHow to Use the Joystick Control Easy to Use Mode DialTurning on the Camcorder Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Using the LCD Monitor Using the Menu ScreenAdjusting Brightness and Color Level „ To AdjustSelecting Language List of MenusEVF SET LCD SET12bit Audio Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode Set Basic Clock SET YES Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge „ About date/timeSet to Tape Recording Mode LP ModeAudio Recording Mode Still Advance playbackAbout Recording „ On-screen Display in the Tape Recording ModeRecording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode Recording on a TapeRecording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording YourselfRecording with the Built-in LED Video Light „ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot in ProgressQuick Start Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Image Stabilizer Function Digital Zoom FunctionFade In/Out Functions Backlight Compensation Function „ To Cancel Fading„ To Cancel the MagicPix Function MagicPix FunctionWind Noise Reduction Function Soft-Skin ModeRecording in Special Situations Scene Mode Cinema Function„ To Cancel the Scene Mode Adjusting White Balance Manually„ To Resume Automatic Adjustment Recording in Natural Colors White BalanceMove the Joystick Control or 33 to adjust the shutter speed Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment About White Balance SensorManual Focus Adjustment Manual Iris Adjustment F Number„ Range of Iris Adjustment Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape „ To Stop Playback„ To Resume Normal Playback Still Playback/Still Advance PlaybackPlaying Back a Memory Card To Select a Desired File and Playing Back„ To Stop the Slide Show Slide ShowDeleting the Files Recorded on a Card To Select and Delete FilesProtecting the Files on a Card Lock Setting Writing Printing Data on a Card Dpof Setting„ About the Dpof Set Advance Card Format YES Formatting a CardPlaying Back on Your TV Move the Joystick Control 33 to select the to stop playbackCopying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR Dubbing „ Connecting with the AV CableRecording from a Tape onto a Card To record, and press the Photo Shot ButtonPC Connection With DV Interface Cable Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing„ To Cancel the Standby for Recording „ To Stop DubbingUsing Camcorder with a PC Using the USB Driver„ Windows 98SE Users Connecting the Personal Computer CamcorderUsing Built-in SD Drive Enter C\Windows\system\IOSUBSYSWindows XP/2000 To disconnect USB cable safelyDouble click Windows MeCommunication Speed Using as a Web CameraInstalling the Video Stream Driver Necessary software„ When you use the Camcorder as a Web Camera „ Windows 98SE/Me UsersSetting up the Windows Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Setting up the MSN MessengerSelect DVC in the Microphone menu SD Memory Card Optional If you no longer need software or driver UninstallAbout the SD Memory Card Files recorded on an SD Memory CardAbout the compatibility of the card files MiscIndications Initializing the Modes „ To Change the Display Mode„ Power Save Mode „ To Display Date/Time Indication„ Inserting/Removing the Cassette „ Concerning the Power Supply„ Alarm Sounds „ Recording on a Card„ Quick Start „ Self-timer Recording„ Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light „ Zoom In/Out Functions„ Backlight Compensation Function „ Soft-Skin Mode„ Scene Mode „ MagicPix Function„ Lock Setting „ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ Manual Iris Adjustment „ Playing Back„ Cautions for Use „ Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing„ After Use „ 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 HoodScreen has changed suddenly Cassette cannot be removedNo operation other than cassette removal can be performed Cassette cannot be insertedCard Recorded pictures are not clear Push the Reset Switch is displayedPlayback picture is not clear File recorded on a card cannot be deleted„ Digital Video System Using the Reset buttonExplanation of Terms „ FocusSpecifications Digital CamcorderAccessory # Description Camcorder Accessory SystemPrice Camcorder Accessory Order Form VisaRequest for Service Notice Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Nota Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoAdvertencia del FCC Inserción de una tarjeta de memoria Guía rápidaCómo utilizar la batería Cómo utilizar el visorReproducción de una cinta Grabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta PhotoshotReproducción de una tarjeta de memoria Index Cut on dotted line Panasonic ArcSoft Promotion, 20421 84th Ave S, Kent, WAFor questions regarding this promotion, call One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey