Panasonic PV-GS250 Backlight compensation function, MagicPix functions, Soft skin mode

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Record mode

Backlight compensation function

This protects a backlit subject from being darkened.

Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick right to select the backlight compensation icon [].

1

ª

The image on the screen will become brighter.

ªTo return to normal recording

Select the [] icon again.

If you operate the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode dial, the backlight compensation is canceled.

MagicPix functions

This function allows you to record color subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background.

Attach the Camcorder to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration.

Only manual focusing can be used.

Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.

MagicPix function

You can record dark locations brightly in color.

0 Lux MagicPix function

You can record completely dark locations with the light of the LCD monitor.

Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick up to select the MagicPix icon [].

1

Each upward press switches the modes. OFF # MagicPix function # 0 Lux MagicPix function # OFF

3(In the case of 0 Lux MagicPix function) Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

When the LCD monitor is reversed, the Power LCD Lamp turns on and the screen is lit in white.

Record the subject while viewing it on the viewfinder.

The light of the LCD monitor reaches approx.

3.9feet (1.2 m) or less.

ªTo cancel the MagicPix function

Select the MagicPix icon until the MagicPix indication disappears.

If set in a bright place, the screen may become

whitish for a while.

The MagicPix function makes the signal charging time of CCD up to approximately 30k longer than usual, so that dark scenes invisible to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

The MagicPix function is canceled when you operate the power switch or the mode dial.

Soft skin mode

This allows the skin color to be recorded in a softer tone.

Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick down to select the soft skin icon [].

1

ªTo cancel the soft skin mode

Select the [] icon again.

If the background or anything else in the scene has colors similar to the skin color, they will also be softened.

If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.

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Contents Operating Instructions AC Adaptor Things You Should KnowLSQT0862 Important Safety Instructions Precautions Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following Article 8 Termination of License Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or DisassemblyContents Edit mode Playback modeWith a PC MenuQuick Guide Recording on a tape How to turn off the powerRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot Playing back tapeParts identification and handling AccessoriesCamcorder AC adaptor, DC cable, AC cableViewfinder -16 Lens hood Tripod receptacle Fitting the lens capShoulder strap fixture Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lensTo restore the strap to the grip belt Using the LCD monitorOne-touch free-style grip belt To use as a hand strapPower supply Using the viewfinderRemoving the battery Connecting to the AC outlet≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall Supplied Min BatteryWhen the cassette holder cannot be Housed When the cassette holder does not Come outInserting/removing a cassette Inserting/removing the cassetteInserting/removing a card Card access lampConcerning the card SD Memory CardHow to use the joystick Selecting a modeTurning the Camcorder on Basic joystick operationsTape playback mode Switching the languageCard recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Set Language EnglishAbout the menu setting Using the menu screenOperating with remote control To exit the menu screenAdjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Setting date and timeRecharging the built-in lithium battery Adjusting the brightness and color LevelRemote control Using the remote controlOrder to increase the brightness Entire LCD monitor Changing the picture quality on LCD monitorRemote control usable range Install a button-type batterySelecting the remote control mode Concerning the button-type batteryMagic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic Switching the microphoneAbout the clip on the backside Recording mode About auto modeCheck before recording Basic Camcorder holdingPower Save On-screen display in the tape recording modeOFF When 5 minutes passes without Recording on a tapeCheck the recording ≥Set to Tape Recording ModeBlank search function Stopping a blank search midway ThroughRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot On-screen display in the card recording modeTo record still pictures clearly Progressive PhotoshotZoom in/out function Recording yourself To cancel the quick start when Power is OFFQuick start To use the zoom microphone functionSoft skin mode Backlight compensation functionMagicPix functions Tele-macro function Fade in/fade out functionWind noise reduction function When the flash is not used Using the built-in flashUsing the flash VW-FLH3 optional Red eye reduction functionSelf-timer recording Recording images for wide-screen TVsOptical image stabilizer function Recording in various situations Scene mode RapidFire Consecutive PhotoshotTo stop RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot midway through To restore to the automatic Adjustment To cancel the scene mode functionRecording in natural colors White balance Periphery of the recorded image extremely darkAbout the black balance adjustment Manual focus adjustmentTo set the white balance manually About flashing of the indicationTo restore to automatic adjustment Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentCard slow shutter mode Shutter speed rangeSettings on the audio To adjust volumePlaying back tape Repeat playbackSlow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playback Variable-speed search functionTo return to normal playback Playback on TV Press the OSD button on the remote controlPlaying back card To display the on-screen information On the TVTo display multiple playback files Deleting files recorded on a cardAbout the compatibility of still pictures To delete all filesWriting the printing data on a card Dpof setting Formatting a cardProtecting files on a card Recording from a tape onto a card Edit modeCopying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing ≥The image and sound are reproducedRecording the contents of other equipment Analog/digital conversion Using the DV cable for Recording Digital DubbingAudio dubbing To cancel the standby for recordingYou can add music or narration to the recorded cassette Set Advance A. DUB Input MICBefore recording with audio dubbing To play back the sound recorded with Audio dubbingTo dub audio while listening to a Pre-recorded sound When you stop printing halfway Using USB Driver Using the Camcorder with a PCSoftware Installation Installing the USB DriverUsing as a Web camera Connecting Computer CamcorderUsing Built-in SD Drive Set the Camcorder to PC ModeInstalling Video Stream Driver Setting up Windows Messenger ≥Click Start Programs Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger≥Windows Messenger is activated Setting up MSN Messenger Using MotionDV StudioClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password SoundClick the MotionDV Studio Click Next InstructionsClick Finish Click Update Driver To start MotionDV StudioIf a description other than Microsoft is displayed To disconnect USB cable safely Start MotionDV Studio 5.3E LEDouble click Select Start Settings If you no longer need software or driver UninstallUninstall Screens may vary with the type of OSAbout the compatibility of the card Files About the SD Memory CardSD Memory Card Files recorded on a SD Memory CardTape Recording Menu Menu listTape Playback Menu LanguageCard Recording Menu Setup Display -64-REMOTEPicture Playback Menu Basic DATE/TIME -64-PROTECTMenus related to playback Menus related to taking picturesDemo Mode Other menusInitial SET Basic indications IndicationsRecording indications Playback indicationsTextual indications Confirmatory indicationsVideo heads are dirty You are attempting to erase protected filesThere is no ink. Check the connected printer There is no paper. Check the connected printerFunctions cannot be used simultaneously Functions Conditions which disableBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Time code becomes inaccurate Original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performedRemaining tape time indication disappears Or time cord indication is not shownBe seen Push the Reset Switch is displayedPlayback picture is not clear Card Recorded pictures are not clearAbout condensation About dirty heads Seconds later ≥We recommend cleaning the heads periodicallyAbout the Camcorder While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or bump itAbout the AC adaptor About the batteryAbout the cassette Never place the cassette in a high temperature placeAbout the card Folder structure of the cardLCD monitor/Viewfinder Explanation of termsPeriodical check-ups Automatic white balanceAuto focus White balanceImage sensor SpecificationsPicture Accessory# Description Camcorder Accessory SystemVisa Camcorder Accessory Order Form For USA CustomersRequest for Service Notice USA Only Request for Service NoticePanasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty For USA CustomersAccessory Purchases Customer Services DirectoryCentralized Factory Servicenter Npcparts@us.panasonic.comAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Warranty For Canadian CustomersCamcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labour Riverside Way Th St. N. 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