Panasonic PV-GS250 operating instructions Formatting a card, Protecting files on a card

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Playback mode

Formatting a card

Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a personal computer, etc. ≥Set to Picture Playback Mode.

1Set [ADVANCE] >> [CARD FORMAT] >> [YES].

2When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the joystick in order to format the card.

≥In order to stop formatting, select [NO].

≥Normally, it is not necessary to format the card. If a message appears even though you insert and remove the card several times, format it.

≥Cards formatted on other equipment such as personal computers cannot be used or recording takes longer than usual. We recommend formatting your card on this Camcorder.

Protecting files on a card

Files recorded on a card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the files are locked, they will be deleted if the card is formatted.) ≥Set to Picture Playback Mode.

1Set [BASIC] >> [PROTECT] >> [YES].

2Move the joystick to select a file to be locked, and then press it.

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≥[ ] Indication 1 appears and the selected file is locked. Press the joystick again, and the lock will be canceled.

≥2 or more files can be locked in succession.

ªTo complete the settings

Press the [MENU] button.

Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting)

You can write the data of pictures to be printed, number of copies, and other information (DPOF data) onto the card.

≥Set to Picture Playback Mode.

1Set [ADVANCE] >> [DPOF SET] >> [SET].

2Move the joystick to select a file to be set, and then press it.

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≥The number of prints 1 to be set in DPOF is displayed.

3Move the joystick up or down in order to select the number of prints and then press it.

≥You can select from 0 to 999. (Some copies of the picture can be printed as you set the number of prints with the printer supporting DPOF.)

≥2 or more files can be set in succession.

ªTo complete the settings

Press the [MENU] button.

≥DPOF setting made on another Camcorder may not be recognised by this Camcorder. Please perform the DPOF settings on your Camcorder.

ªTo set so that all pictures are not

printed

Select [CANCEL ALL] in Step 1.

ªWhat is DPOF?

DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. This enables the printing information to be added to the pictures on the card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF.

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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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