Panasonic PV-GS32 Cassette cannot be removed, Screen has changed suddenly, Playback Pictures

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The cassette cannot be removed.

Does the power lamp comes on when opening the cassette cover? (pp. 13~14) Make sure that the battery and the AC adaptor are properly connected. (pp. 11~12)

Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the battery and remove the cassette.

Close the cassette cover completely, and fully open it again. (pp. 13~14)

No operation other than cassette removal can be performed.

Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (p. 55)

Recording

Recording does not start although power is supplied to the Camcorder and the cassette is correctly inserted.

Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed. (p. 14)

Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new cassette.

Is the Recording Mode set? When in the Playback Mode, recording cannot be performed. (p. 22)

Has condensation occurred? No operation other than cassette removal can be performed when condensation occurs. Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (p. 55)

Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is open, the Camcorder may not operate normally. Close the cassette cover. (pp. 13~14)

The screen has changed suddenly.

Has the demonstration started? In the Tape Recording mode, if you set [ DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette or a card, the demonstration starts. For normal use, set this function to [OFF]. (p. 19)

A cassette cannot be inserted.

Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears.

Auto focus function does not work.

Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.

There are some recording subjects and surroundings for which the auto focus does not operate correctly. (p. 60) If so, use the manual focus mode to adjust the focus. (p. 31)

Is the MagicPix function set? When the MagicPix function is working, focusing shifts into the manual mode.

Indications

A sentence is displayed in red or yellow in the screen center.

Read the contents and respond to them. (pp. 49~50)

The remaining tape time indication disappears.

The remaining tape time indication may disappear temporarily during Still Advance Playback or other operation. If you continue ordinary recording or playback, the indication is restored.

The remaining tape time Indication does not match the actual remaining tape time.

If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously recorded, the remaining tape time cannot be correctly displayed.

In some cases, the remaining tape time indication may show remaining tape time that is 2 to

3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.

A function indication such as mode indication, remaining tape time indication, or time code indication is not shown.

If you set [ SETUP] >> [ DISPLAY] >> [OFF], indications other than the tape running condition, warning, and date indications disappear.

Playback (Sound)

Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the Camcorder.

Is the volume too low? During playback, push the [– / VOL +] lever to display the volume indication and adjust it. (p. 32)

Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.

Have you set [ SETUP] >> [ 12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX]? If you set [ AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] and dub audio to a recorded tape, you can hear the sound on recording and the sound dubbed at a later time. To hear the sounds separately, set to [ST1] or [ST2]. (p. 19)

Have you set [ SETUP] >> [ AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing the main sound and sub sound? Set to [L] to hear main sound, and set to [R] to hear the sub sound. (p. 53)

Playback (Pictures)

Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during cue or review playback.

This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction.

Horizontal stripes appear on images during cue and review playback.

Horizontal stripes may appear depending on the scene, but this is not a malfunction.

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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