Panasonic PV-GS250 Fitting the lens cap, Lens hood Tripod receptacle, Shoulder strap fixture

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Before using

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(43)Lens hood

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(41)Tripod receptacle

This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the Camcorder.)

≥When the tripod is used, operate the Camcorder from the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic for convenience. (When not using the remote control, attach the clip to the grip belt for convenience. When you move with remote control attached to a pocket, etc., take care to avoid tipping over the tripod.)

≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.

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(42)Shoulder strap fixture

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≥Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3 by at least 1 inch (2 cm).

≥Fit the other end of the belt similarly.

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In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counter-clockwise 1. In order to fit it, put into slot 2, and then rotate it clockwise.

Fitting the lens cap

Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens.

1Remove the grip belt. Run the end of the lens cap cord through the hole in the grip belt attachment and run the lens cap through the lens cap cord.

≥The lens cap removed can be attached to the lens cap fixture. (It cannot be hung if the grip belt is used as a hand strap.)

≥To fit or remove the lens cap, hold both sides of the lens cap with the tips of your finger and thumb.

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Contents Operating Instructions Things You Should Know AC AdaptorLSQT0862 Important Safety Instructions Precautions Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Article 8 Termination of LicenseContents With a PC Playback modeEdit mode MenuQuick Guide Recording still pictures onto a card Photoshot How to turn off the powerRecording on a tape Playing back tapeCamcorder AccessoriesParts identification and handling AC adaptor, DC cable, AC cableViewfinder -16 Shoulder strap fixture Fitting the lens capLens hood Tripod receptacle Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lensOne-touch free-style grip belt Using the LCD monitorTo restore the strap to the grip belt To use as a hand strapUsing the viewfinder Power supply≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall Connecting to the AC outletRemoving the battery Supplied Min BatteryInserting/removing a cassette When the cassette holder does not Come outWhen the cassette holder cannot be Housed Inserting/removing the cassetteConcerning the card Card access lampInserting/removing a card SD Memory CardTurning the Camcorder on Selecting a modeHow to use the joystick Basic joystick operationsCard recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Switching the languageTape playback mode Set Language EnglishOperating with remote control Using the menu screenAbout the menu setting To exit the menu screenRecharging the built-in lithium battery Setting date and timeAdjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Adjusting the brightness and color LevelOrder to increase the brightness Entire LCD monitor Using the remote controlRemote control Changing the picture quality on LCD monitorSelecting the remote control mode Install a button-type batteryRemote control usable range Concerning the button-type batteryAbout the clip on the backside Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration MicSwitching the microphone Check before recording About auto modeRecording mode Basic Camcorder holdingOFF When 5 minutes passes without On-screen display in the tape recording modePower Save Recording on a tapeBlank search function ≥Set to Tape Recording ModeCheck the recording Stopping a blank search midway ThroughTo record still pictures clearly On-screen display in the card recording modeRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot Progressive PhotoshotZoom in/out function Quick start To cancel the quick start when Power is OFFRecording yourself To use the zoom microphone functionMagicPix functions Soft skin modeBacklight compensation function Wind noise reduction function Tele-macro functionFade in/fade out function Using the flash VW-FLH3 optional Using the built-in flashWhen the flash is not used Red eye reduction functionOptical image stabilizer function Self-timer recordingRecording images for wide-screen TVs To stop RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot midway through Recording in various situations Scene modeRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording in natural colors White balance To cancel the scene mode functionTo restore to the automatic Adjustment Periphery of the recorded image extremely darkTo set the white balance manually Manual focus adjustmentAbout the black balance adjustment About flashing of the indicationCard slow shutter mode Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Shutter speed rangePlaying back tape To adjust volumeSettings on the audio Repeat playbackTo return to normal playback Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playbackVariable-speed search function Playing back card Press the OSD button on the remote controlPlayback on TV To display the on-screen information On the TVAbout the compatibility of still pictures Deleting files recorded on a cardTo display multiple playback files To delete all filesProtecting files on a card Writing the printing data on a card Dpof settingFormatting a card Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a card ≥The image and sound are reproducedRecording the contents of other equipment Using the DV cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Analog/digital conversionYou can add music or narration to the recorded cassette To cancel the standby for recordingAudio dubbing Set Advance A. DUB Input MICTo dub audio while listening to a Pre-recorded sound Before recording with audio dubbingTo play back the sound recorded with Audio dubbing When you stop printing halfway Software Installation Using the Camcorder with a PCUsing USB Driver Installing the USB DriverUsing Built-in SD Drive Connecting Computer CamcorderUsing as a Web camera Set the Camcorder to PC ModeInstalling Video Stream Driver ≥Windows Messenger is activated Setting up Windows Messenger≥Click Start Programs Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Using MotionDV StudioSetting up MSN Messenger SoundClick Finish Click the MotionDV Studio Click NextInstructions If a description other than Microsoft is displayed Click Update DriverTo start MotionDV Studio Double click To disconnect USB cable safelyStart MotionDV Studio 5.3E LE Uninstall If you no longer need software or driver UninstallSelect Start Settings Screens may vary with the type of OSSD Memory Card About the SD Memory CardAbout the compatibility of the card Files Files recorded on a SD Memory CardTape Playback Menu Menu listTape Recording Menu LanguagePicture Playback Menu Setup Display -64-REMOTECard Recording Menu Basic DATE/TIME -64-PROTECTMenus related to taking pictures Menus related to playbackInitial SET Demo ModeOther menus Recording indications IndicationsBasic indications Playback indicationsConfirmatory indications Textual indicationsThere is no ink. Check the connected printer You are attempting to erase protected filesVideo heads are dirty There is no paper. Check the connected printerFunctions Conditions which disable Functions cannot be used simultaneouslyBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Remaining tape time indication disappears Original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performedTime code becomes inaccurate Or time cord indication is not shownPlayback picture is not clear Push the Reset Switch is displayedBe seen Card Recorded pictures are not clearAbout condensation About the Camcorder Seconds later ≥We recommend cleaning the heads periodicallyAbout dirty heads While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or bump itAbout the battery About the AC adaptorAbout the card Never place the cassette in a high temperature placeAbout the cassette Folder structure of the cardPeriodical check-ups Explanation of termsLCD monitor/Viewfinder Automatic white balanceWhite balance Auto focusSpecifications Image sensorPicture Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# DescriptionCamcorder Accessory Order Form For USA Customers VisaRequest for Service Notice Request for Service Notice USA OnlyLimited Warranty For USA Customers Panasonic/Quasar Video ProductsCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Npcparts@us.panasonic.comCamcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labour Warranty For Canadian CustomersAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Riverside Way Th St. N. 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