Panasonic PV-GS32 Using as a Web Camera, Installing the Video Stream Driver, Communication Speed

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With a PC

Using as a Web Camera

If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to the other parties via the network.

•Do not connect the USB Cable until the Video Stream Driver is installed.

This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system. Please see chart below.

[Send]

 

[Receive]

[Software]

Windows XP

← OK →

Windows XP

Windows

Messenger

 

 

 

Windows XP

← NG →

Windows

 

98SE/Me/2000

 

Windows

 

Windows

MSN

98SE/

← OK →

98SE/Me/2000

Messenger

Me/2000

 

 

 

Operating environment

OS:

IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled;

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (With this version of Windows XP, SP2 or later is needed.)

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4 or later Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

CPU:

Intel Pentium ll/Celeron 450 MHz or higher Celeron 400 MHz or higher (including compatible CPU)

RAM:

128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)

Free hard disk space:

At least 250 MB or more

Interface:

USB 1.1 or more

To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the additional minimum requirements must be met. Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit or more)

Desktop resolution of 800 × 600 pixels or more

Communication Speed:

56 kbps or faster is recommended.

Necessary software:

Windows Messenger 5.0 or later (Windows XP) MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000)

Other requirements (to send/receive audio):

Sound card

Speaker or headphones

To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the following conditions must be met.

•Windows XP SP2 or later is needed.

•To upgrade Windows XP to SP2 or later, click [Start] >> [All Programs] >> [Windows Update]. (Requires Internet connection.)

•You have direct dial-up connection capability to the Internet. Also, you and the other person(s) are in the same Network (LAN).

•Install the Windows Messenger (Windows XP) or MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000). If you have a version older than 5.0, download the latest version (5.0 or later) from the Microsoft Home Page: http://www.microsoft.com/ http://www.msn.com/

(For download and installation instructions, please refer to Help on the Home Page.)

•If you are connected to the Internet through a firewall or a router, proper communication will not be possible.

Installing the Video Stream Driver

•For Windows XP users, the USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in OS.

•If you have direct dial-up connection capability to the Internet, please download the Video Stream Driver.

1 In order to download and install the Video Stream Driver, go to http://www.panasonic.com/consumerdownloads

2 Click [Camcorder] on the screen.

3 Click [Video Stream Driver version 1.00].

4 Decompress the downloaded data.

5 Double click icon.

• The set up program starts running.

6 Finish installation by following the on-screen instructions.

•Click [Next] and proceed with installation.

•After completing the installation, click [Finish].

7 After the Video Stream Driver is installed, please restart your computer.

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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 Safety Precautions Things You Should KnowAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Telephone Number PANA7262 FCC NoteFCC 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 upRecording a Still Picture on Card Photoshot Playing Back a TapePlaying 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 PreventionEasy to Use Mode Dial How to Use the Joystick ControlTurning 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 MenusLCD SET EVF 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 ProgressSelf-timer Recording Quick StartZoom In/Out Functions Digital Zoom Function Image Stabilizer 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 Iris Adjustment F Number Manual Focus Adjustment„ 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 FilesWriting Printing Data on a Card Dpof Setting Protecting the Files on a Card Lock 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 Setting up the MSN Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and passwordSelect 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 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