Panasonic PV-GS55 Turning on the Palmcorder, Selecting Modes, Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor

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Before Use

While the Card Access Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Palmcorder, or to turn the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the Card, and recorded data, and cause the Palmcorder to malfunction.

Turning on the Palmcorder

ªHow to Turn on the Power

1Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (46) to [ON] while pressing the button 1.

The [POWER] Lamp (47) lights up.

ON1

(46)

OFF

 

(47) POWER

ªHow to Turn off the Power

1Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (46) to [OFF] while pressing the button 1.

ON

OFF

(46)

1

 

Selecting Modes

You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial.

1Rotate the Mode Dial (43).

 

P

 

C

(43)

D

 

S

:Tape Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape. Also, you can record still pictures on the card simultaneously during recording on a tape.

:Tape Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape.

:Card Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording still picture or moving picture on a card.

:Picture Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card.

:MPEG4 Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded moving picture on a card.

PC :PC Mode

Use this mode when you want to connect the Palmcorder to your Personal Computer.

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor

ªUsing the Viewfinder

Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read.

1Pull the Viewfinder.

2Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob (38).

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(38)

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To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the LCD Monitor

Set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON].

The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD Monitor is opened.

When you turn the Palmcorder off, this setting is cancelled.

ªUsing the LCD Monitor

With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it.

1Using your Thumb on the [OPEN4] Knob

(1) and pull the LCD Monitor (2) out in the direction of the arrow.

The Viewfinder is now deactivated.

The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum of 120o. If you open the LCD monitor by 120o, it becomes convenient to operate menus or to play back pictures.

(2)

(1)

2Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle.

The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180o 1 from the vertical position upwards and a maximum of 90o 2 to the downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Palmcorder.

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Contents Operating Instructions AC Adaptor Thank you for choosing Panasonic≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor PV-GS55 Important Safety Instructions Precautions Article 8 Termination of License Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the followingAudio Decoder End User License Agreement Contents Others Initializing the Modes Before Requesting Service ProblemsPalmcorder Accessory Order Form Limited Warranty For USA CustomersRecording on a Tape Quick GuideInserting a Cassette Inserting a CardPlaying Back a Tape Recording a Moving Picture on a CardPlaying Back a Card AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable Standard AccessoriesControls and Components Palmcorder≥Used for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripod DV Terminal DV≥Connect this to the digital video equipment Viewfinder -19≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stages Remote ControllerMagic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic Photoshot Button Photo Shot Microphone Switch Button TalkInserting a Button-type Battery Remote ControllerUsing the Remote Controller Disconnecting the Power Source Power SupplyUsing the AC Adaptor Using the BatteryTo Use as a Grip Belt One-touch Free Style Grip BeltAttaching the Lens Cap Attaching the Shoulder StrapAccidental Erasure Prevention Using a Memory CardCard Access Lamp Inserting a CassetteTurning on the Palmcorder Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorSelecting Modes Adjusting Brightness and Color Level Using the Menu ScreenList of Menus File Selection in the Picture/MPEG4 Playback ModeTape Recording Menu AV IN/OUT Tape Playback MenuCard Recording Menu 12bit AudioPicture Playback Menu MPEG4 Playback ModeCard Format Formatting a Card -44-3 Digital Audio Recording Mode Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge LP ModeTo Check the Recording About RecordingRecording on a Tape Recording LampDigital Still Picture Recording a Still Picture on a Card PhotoshotFinding the End of Recording To Add a Sound while RecordingSelecting the Quality of MPEG4 Recording images Recording a Moving Picture on a Card MPEG4RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording YourselfTo Take Close-up Shots of Small Subjects Self-timer RecordingQuick Start Zoom In/Out FunctionsImage Stabilizer Function Digital Zoom FunctionTo Use the Zoom Microphone Function Backlight Compensation Function Fade In/Out FunctionsMagicPix Functions Wind Noise Reduction Function Soft Skin FunctionCinema Function Recording in Natural Colors Recording in Special SituationsAbout White Balance Sensor Adjusting White Balance ManuallyManual Focus Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Digital Effect Functions Multi-Picture ModeTo Display the Multi-Pictures Again Picture-in-Picture ModeWipe Mode and Mix Mode Deleting All the Captured Multi-PicturesCue/Review Playback Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Finding a Scene You Want to Play BackPlayback with Zoom Lever Slow Motion PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Variable Speed Search FunctionScene Index Search Index Search FunctionsPlayback Zoom Function Photoshot Index SearchPlaying Back a Card Playback Digital Effect FunctionsTo Pause the Slide Show When you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at StepSlide Show To Select a Desired File and Playing BackAdding a Title Creating a TitleCard Writing Printing Data on a CardProtecting the Files on a Card Deleting the Files Recorded on aTo Resume Normal Moving Picture Size Formatting a CardEnlarging a Movie Picture Size To Select and Delete All FilesPlaying Back on Your TV Press the OSD Button 55 on the Remote ControllerTo Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape Recording from a Tape onto a CardAudio Dubbing To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound To Cancel Audio DubbingCopying on an S-VHS or a VHS Cassette To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio DubbingUsing the DV Cable for Recording Recording the Contents of Other EquipmentInstalling USB Driver Using the Software with a ComputerUsing USB Driver Software Installation WindowsFor Windows 2000 Users Connecting Computer PalmcorderFor Using Built-in SD Drive Click OK when the Restarting Windows Dialogue appearsInstalling WebCam Driver Using as a Web CameraOperating environment Start the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger Setting up the Windows Messenger≥It enters WEB Camera Mode For Windows 98SE/Me UsersGraphic display Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SESetting up the MSN Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and passwordDV Studio3 Using the G.726 Audio DecoderTo start DV Studio 3.1E-SE InstructionsUsing the ArcSoft Software Other requirements Installation of ArcSoft Software SuiteAfter the completion of setup, click on Finish For WindowsTo start software in the ArcSoft Software Suite To disconnect USB cable safely≥When Mode Dial 43 is turned to change modes If you no longer need software or driver UninstallFiles recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard About the SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCardAbout the compatibility of the card Files MultiMediaCardFolder Jpeg formatFiles in which Dpof Data has Been set to the image are in thisIndications Initializing the Modes To Change the Counter Display ModeTo Change the Display Mode When using Tape Recording ModeInserting/Removing the Cassette Concerning the Power SupplyQuick Start Alarm SoundsRecording Check Recording on a CardZoom Microphone Function Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Tele-Macro FunctionWhite Balance Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Program AEPlayback Digital Effect Functions Playing BackIndex Search Functions Playback Zoom FunctionAdding a Title Lock SettingSlide Show Creating a TitleUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Recording the Contents of Other EquipmentAfter Use Condensation About AC AdaptorVideo Head Clogging and Care Optimal Use of the BatteryLCD Monitor LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodUp the charged capacity CassetteBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Focus Auto Focus AdjustmentExplanation of Terms Digital Video SystemMemory Stop Function Time CodeUSB SpecificationsPicture Fine Normal Economy Quality 8MB Accessory# Description Palmcorder Accessory SystemAM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-1030 AM SAT, Pacific Time Palmcorder Accessory Order Form For USA CustomersRequest for Service Notice USA Only Request for Service NoticePanasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty For USA CustomersNpcparts@panasonic.com Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Centralized Factory ServicenterFax 604 278-5627 403 274-5493 905 238-2418 Warranty For Canadian Customers Panasonic Canada IncAmbler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Camcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labourRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording Check IndexViewfinder Grabación en una cinta Spanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápidoColocación del cassette Inserción de la tarjetaReproducción de una cinta Grabación de una imagen fija en una Tarjeta PhotoshotGrabación de una imagen en Movimiento en una tarjeta MPEG4 Reproducción de la tarjetaPanasonic Canada Inc