Panasonic PV-GS55 Setting up the Windows Messenger, ≥It enters WEB Camera Mode

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With a PC

ªConnecting the Palmcorder to Personal Computer (For Using as a

Web Camera)

1Install the supplied WebCam Driver.

2Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.

3Set [CAMERA] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAMERA].

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It enters WEB CAMERA Mode.

4Connect the Palmcorder to Personal Computer with auxiliary USB Connection Cable.

When the Palmcorder and personal computer (with Windows 2000) are connected via USB Cable, a message, such as the one below, is displayed. However, testing by the manufacturer has confirmed functionality of this Palmcorder with Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.

For Windows 98SE/Me users, “USB Audio

Device” is required. Click [Next] and proceed.

For Windows 98SE/Me Users

The following messages may be displayed during the installation depending on the environment of the personal computer. Install the USB Driver as instructed below. Otherwise, it won’t be installed correctly.

1)The message “The file ‘kstvtune.ax’ on [Unknown] cannot be found...” is displayed.

Enter “C:\Windows\system” for Windows 98SE.

Enter “C:\Windows\options\CABS” for Windows Me.

If the “kstvtune.ax” file is missing in one of the 2 above-mentioned folders, insert the OS CD-ROM and assign the path.

2)The message “The file ‘ksclockf.ax’ on [Unknown] cannot be found...” is displayed.

Enter “C:\Windows\system”.

If the “ksclockf.ax” file is missing in the above mentioned folder, insert the OS

CD-ROM and assign the path.

You may click [Browse] to look for and assign the path.

5Start the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger.

Click [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >>

[Windows Messenger] or [MSN Messenger]. When you use Windows XP, the other parties

via the network have to use the Windows Messenger on Windows XP. When you use other than Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use the MSN Messenger on the OS other than Windows XP.

If the Palmcorder is used as a Web Camera, the quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status.

If the USB Connection Cable is disconnected from the personal computer, the WEB CAMERA mode is cancelled.

In the WEB CAMERA mode, video cannot be recorded onto a tape or a card.

ªSetting up the Windows Messenger

When starting the Windows Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if the Windows Messenger setup has already been done.)

1 Click [Click here to sign in].

2After the .NET Passport Wizard is displayed, click [Next].

Please refer to the instruction manual of your personal computer for how to configure the audio and the microphone.

To communicate with persons using Windows in other languages, setting up using alphabets or numbers is recommended.

3According to the procedures displayed on the screen, continue the setup.

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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 Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following Article 8 Termination of LicenseAudio Decoder End User License Agreement Contents Initializing the Modes Before Requesting Service Problems Palmcorder Accessory Order FormLimited Warranty For USA Customers OthersQuick Guide Inserting a CassetteInserting a Card Recording on a TapePlaying Back a Tape Recording a Moving Picture on a CardPlaying Back a Card Standard Accessories Controls and ComponentsPalmcorder AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC CableDV Terminal DV ≥Connect this to the digital video equipmentViewfinder -19 ≥Used for mounting the Palmcorder on an optional tripodRemote Controller Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration MicPhotoshot Button Photo Shot Microphone Switch Button Talk ≥Zoom speed changes in 2 stagesInserting a Button-type Battery Remote ControllerUsing the Remote Controller Power Supply Using the AC AdaptorUsing the Battery Disconnecting the Power SourceOne-touch Free Style Grip Belt Attaching the Lens CapAttaching the Shoulder Strap To Use as a Grip BeltUsing a Memory Card Card Access LampInserting a Cassette Accidental Erasure PreventionTurning on the Palmcorder Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorSelecting Modes Using the Menu Screen Adjusting Brightness and Color LevelList of Menus File Selection in the Picture/MPEG4 Playback ModeTape Recording Menu Tape Playback Menu Card Recording Menu12bit Audio AV IN/OUTPicture Playback Menu MPEG4 Playback ModeCard Format Formatting a Card -44-3 Digital Setting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery RechargeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeAbout Recording Recording on a TapeRecording Lamp To Check the RecordingRecording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot Finding the End of RecordingTo Add a Sound while Recording Digital Still PictureRecording a Moving Picture on a Card MPEG4 RapidFire Consecutive PhotoshotRecording Yourself Selecting the Quality of MPEG4 Recording imagesSelf-timer Recording Quick StartZoom In/Out Functions To Take Close-up Shots of Small SubjectsImage 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 Special Situations Recording in Natural ColorsAdjusting White Balance Manually About White Balance SensorManual Focus Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Multi-Picture Mode Digital Effect FunctionsPicture-in-Picture Mode Wipe Mode and Mix ModeDeleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures To Display the Multi-Pictures AgainAdjusting the Sound Volume Playing Back a TapeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Cue/Review PlaybackSlow Motion Playback Still Playback/Still Advance PlaybackVariable Speed Search Function Playback with Zoom LeverIndex Search Functions Playback Zoom FunctionPhotoshot Index Search Scene Index SearchPlayback Digital Effect Functions Playing Back a CardWhen you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at Step Slide ShowTo Select a Desired File and Playing Back To Pause the Slide ShowCreating a Title Adding a TitleWriting Printing Data on a Card Protecting the Files on a CardDeleting the Files Recorded on a CardFormatting a Card Enlarging a Movie Picture SizeTo Select and Delete All Files To Resume Normal Moving Picture SizePlaying 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 Cancel Audio Dubbing Copying on an S-VHS or a VHS CassetteTo Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded SoundRecording the Contents of Other Equipment Using the DV Cable for RecordingUsing the Software with a Computer Using USB DriverSoftware Installation Windows Installing USB DriverConnecting Computer Palmcorder For Using Built-in SD DriveClick OK when the Restarting Windows Dialogue appears For Windows 2000 UsersInstalling WebCam Driver Using as a Web CameraOperating environment Setting up the Windows Messenger ≥It enters WEB Camera ModeFor Windows 98SE/Me Users Start the Windows Messenger or MSN MessengerUsing the DV Studio 3.1E-SE Setting up the MSN MessengerClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Graphic displayUsing the G.726 Audio Decoder To start DV Studio 3.1E-SEInstructions DV Studio3Using the ArcSoft Software Installation of ArcSoft Software Suite After the completion of setup, click on FinishFor Windows Other requirementsTo disconnect USB cable safely To start software in the ArcSoft Software SuiteIf you no longer need software or driver Uninstall ≥When Mode Dial 43 is turned to change modesAbout the SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard About the compatibility of the card FilesMultiMediaCard Files recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCardJpeg format Files in which Dpof Data hasBeen set to the image are in this FolderIndications To Change the Counter Display Mode To Change the Display ModeWhen using Tape Recording Mode Initializing the ModesConcerning the Power Supply Inserting/Removing the CassetteAlarm Sounds Recording CheckRecording on a Card Quick StartSelf-timer Recording Zoom In/Out FunctionsTele-Macro Function Zoom Microphone FunctionManual Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Iris AdjustmentProgram AE White BalancePlaying Back Index Search FunctionsPlayback Zoom Function Playback Digital Effect FunctionsLock Setting Slide ShowCreating a Title Adding a TitleUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Recording the Contents of Other EquipmentAfter Use About AC Adaptor CondensationOptimal Use of the Battery Video Head Clogging and CareLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Up the charged capacityCassette LCD MonitorBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Auto Focus Adjustment Explanation of TermsDigital Video System FocusTime Code Memory Stop FunctionSpecifications USBPicture Fine Normal Economy Quality 8MB Palmcorder Accessory System Accessory# DescriptionPalmcorder Accessory Order Form For USA Customers AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-1030 AM SAT, Pacific TimeRequest for Service Notice Request for Service Notice USA OnlyLimited Warranty For USA Customers Panasonic/Quasar Video ProductsCustomer Services Directory Accessory PurchasesCentralized Factory Servicenter Npcparts@panasonic.comWarranty For Canadian Customers Panasonic Canada Inc Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3Camcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labour Fax 604 278-5627 403 274-5493 905 238-2418Index RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording CheckViewfinder Spanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápido Colocación del cassetteInserción de la tarjeta Grabación en una cintaGrabación de una imagen fija en una Tarjeta Photoshot Grabación de una imagen en Movimiento en una tarjeta MPEG4Reproducción de la tarjeta Reproducción de una cintaPanasonic Canada Inc