Panasonic PV-GS250 operating instructions Using the built-in flash, When the flash is not used

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Record mode

Using the built-in flash

Use the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH] >> [ß] or [ßA].

≥If [ßA] is selected, then the flash will automatically flash as necessary.

2Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

PHOTO

SHOT

≥The flash is activated and the picture will be recorded.

≥You cannot use the built-in flash unless the card is inserted in the Camcorder.

≥The Camcorder, even when its flash has been turned off, automatically determines if the flash is necessary by detecting the ambient brightness. (If it determines that the flash is necessary, the [ ] indication lights up in yellow.)

≥When the [ß] ([ßi]/[ßj]) indication or the [ßA] ([ßAi]/[ßAj]) indication is displayed, the flash can be lit. If the indication is flashing or not displayed, the flash cannot be lit.

≥The available range of the flash is approx. 3 to

7.5feet (1 to 2.5 m) in a dark place. Pictures will appear dark or reddish when they are recorded by using the flash at distances greater than

7.5feet (2.5 m).

≥When set [FLASH] >> [ßA] and the shutter speed, iris or gain is adjusted, the indication (either [ßA], [ßAi], or [ßAj]) may disappear and the flash may not be lighted.

≥Using the flash fixes the shutter speed of 1/750 s or faster to 1/500.

≥The picture may become out of focus in a dark place. If so, adjust the focus manually.

≥The picture may appear dark if flash is lit in front of a white background.

≥Set the flash to [ ] where using a flash is prohibited.

≥Do not block the flash by hand or any other means.

ªWhen the flash is not used

Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH] >> [ ].

ªTo adjust the brightness of the flash 1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH LEVEL] >>

select the desired brightness level.

[ßj]:

If the brightness is too high ([ßj] or

 

[ßAj] indication will appear).

[ßd0]:

In normal recording (the [ß] or [ßA]

 

indication will appear).

[ßi]:

If the brightness is insufficient ([ßi]

 

or [ßAi] indication will appear.)

ªRed eye reduction function

Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [RED EYE] >> [ON].

≥Red eye phenomenon may appear depending on the recording conditions.

ªUsing the flash VW-FLH3 (optional)

≥The flash permits still picture recording in a dark place 7.5 feet (2.5 m) or more distant from the subject. The available range of the flash is approx. 3 to 13 feet (1 to 4 m).

≥When the flash becomes ready to flash, the [ß] indication appears.

≥The optional flash and the built-in flash cannot be used simultaneously.

≥The brightness of the flash cannot be adjusted. ≥The shutter speed, iris/gain, and white balance

become fixed.

≥Using the flash outdoors or with backlight or other bright conditions may result in white blotches (color blotches) on the pictures. If so, either adjust the iris manually or use the backlight compensation function, without using the flash.

≥Carefully read the operating instructions for the flash.

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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 Menu Playback modeEdit mode With a PCQuick Guide Playing back tape How to turn off the powerRecording on a tape Recording still pictures onto a card PhotoshotAC adaptor, DC cable, AC cable AccessoriesParts identification and handling CamcorderViewfinder -16 Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens Fitting the lens capLens hood Tripod receptacle Shoulder strap fixtureTo use as a hand strap Using the LCD monitorTo restore the strap to the grip belt One-touch free-style grip beltPower supply Using the viewfinderSupplied Min Battery Connecting to the AC outletRemoving the battery ≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fallInserting/removing the cassette When the cassette holder does not Come outWhen the cassette holder cannot be Housed Inserting/removing a cassetteSD Memory Card Card access lampInserting/removing a card Concerning the cardBasic joystick operations Selecting a modeHow to use the joystick Turning the Camcorder onSet Language English Switching the languageTape playback mode Card recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AutoTo exit the menu screen Using the menu screenAbout the menu setting Operating with remote controlAdjusting the brightness and color Level Setting date and timeAdjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Recharging the built-in lithium batteryChanging the picture quality on LCD monitor Using the remote controlRemote control Order to increase the brightness Entire LCD monitorConcerning the button-type battery Install a button-type batteryRemote control usable range Selecting the remote control modeAbout the clip on the backside Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration MicSwitching the microphone Basic Camcorder holding About auto modeRecording mode Check before recordingRecording on a tape On-screen display in the tape recording modePower Save OFF When 5 minutes passes withoutStopping a blank search midway Through ≥Set to Tape Recording ModeCheck the recording Blank search functionProgressive Photoshot On-screen display in the card recording modeRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot To record still pictures clearlyZoom in/out function To use the zoom microphone function To cancel the quick start when Power is OFFRecording yourself Quick startMagicPix functions Soft skin modeBacklight compensation function Wind noise reduction function Tele-macro functionFade in/fade out function Red eye reduction function Using the built-in flashWhen the flash is not used Using the flash VW-FLH3 optionalOptical 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 Periphery of the recorded image extremely dark To cancel the scene mode functionTo restore to the automatic Adjustment Recording in natural colors White balanceAbout flashing of the indication Manual focus adjustmentAbout the black balance adjustment To set the white balance manuallyShutter speed range Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Card slow shutter modeRepeat playback To adjust volumeSettings on the audio Playing back tapeTo return to normal playback Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playbackVariable-speed search function To display the on-screen information On the TV Press the OSD button on the remote controlPlayback on TV Playing back cardTo delete all files Deleting files recorded on a cardTo display multiple playback files About the compatibility of still picturesProtecting files on a card Writing the printing data on a card Dpof settingFormatting a card ≥The image and sound are reproduced Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a card Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR DubbingRecording the contents of other equipment Analog/digital conversion Using the DV cable for Recording Digital DubbingSet Advance A. DUB Input MIC To cancel the standby for recordingAudio dubbing You can add music or narration to the recorded cassetteTo 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 Installing the USB Driver Using the Camcorder with a PCUsing USB Driver Software InstallationSet the Camcorder to PC Mode Connecting Computer CamcorderUsing as a Web camera Using Built-in SD DriveInstalling Video Stream Driver ≥Windows Messenger is activated Setting up Windows Messenger≥Click Start Programs Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger Sound Using MotionDV StudioSetting up MSN Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and passwordClick 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 Screens may vary with the type of OS If you no longer need software or driver UninstallSelect Start Settings UninstallFiles recorded on a SD Memory Card About the SD Memory CardAbout the compatibility of the card Files SD Memory CardLanguage Menu listTape Recording Menu Tape Playback MenuBasic DATE/TIME -64-PROTECT Setup Display -64-REMOTECard Recording Menu Picture Playback MenuMenus related to playback Menus related to taking picturesInitial SET Demo ModeOther menus Playback indications IndicationsBasic indications Recording indicationsTextual indications Confirmatory indicationsThere is no paper. Check the connected printer You are attempting to erase protected filesVideo heads are dirty There is no ink. Check the connected printerFunctions cannot be used simultaneously Functions Conditions which disableBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Or time cord indication is not shown Original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performedTime code becomes inaccurate Remaining tape time indication disappearsCard Recorded pictures are not clear Push the Reset Switch is displayedBe seen Playback picture is not clearAbout condensation While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or bump it Seconds later ≥We recommend cleaning the heads periodicallyAbout dirty heads About the CamcorderAbout the AC adaptor About the batteryFolder structure of the card Never place the cassette in a high temperature placeAbout the cassette About the cardAutomatic white balance Explanation of termsLCD monitor/Viewfinder Periodical check-upsAuto 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 CustomersNpcparts@us.panasonic.com Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Centralized Factory ServicenterRiverside Way Th St. N. 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