Panasonic PV-GS32 operating instructions Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it will be left unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

4	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 Lock Setting Using Camcorder with a PCUninstall Problems and SolutionsUsing the Viewfinder Inserting a CardRecording on a Tape Lights upPlaying Back a Tape Recording a Still Picture on Card PhotoshotPlaying Back a Card Standard Accessories Parts Identification and Handling„ Camcorder AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable pPower Supply Using the AC AdaptorBuilt-in LED Light p Viewfinder ppUsing the Battery „ Disconnecting the Power SourceAttach the charged Battery to the Camcorder Charging Time and Available Recording TimeAdjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand To Use as a Grip BeltRe-attaching the Lens Cap Attaching the Shoulder StrapUsing a Memory Card Optional „ When the Cassette Holder does not come out„ When the Cassette Holder cannot be housed Accidental Erasure PreventionHow to Use the Joystick Control Easy to Use Mode DialTurning 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 MenusEVF SET LCD 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 ProgressQuick Start Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Image Stabilizer Function Digital Zoom 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 Focus Adjustment Manual Iris Adjustment F Number„ 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 FilesProtecting the Files on a Card Lock Setting Writing Printing Data on a Card Dpof 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 Drive„ Windows 98SE Users Enter C\Windows\system\IOSUBSYSTo disconnect USB cable safely Double clickWindows XP/2000 Windows MeUsing as a Web Camera Installing the Video Stream DriverCommunication Speed 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 If you no longer need software or driver Uninstall About the SD Memory CardSD Memory Card Optional Files recorded on an SD Memory CardAbout the compatibility of the card files MiscIndications „ 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 „ 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 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 Guía rápida Cómo utilizar la bateríaInserción 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 Index Cut on dotted line Panasonic ArcSoft Promotion, 20421 84th Ave S, Kent, WAFor questions regarding this promotion, call One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New 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