Panasonic PV-GS19, PV-GS35, PV-GS31 Easy to Use Mode Dial, How to Use the Joystick Control

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Before Using

Easy to Use Mode Dial

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

1 Rotate the Mode Dial 34 .

•Set your desired mode to 1 . 34

Joystick Control (See below)

1

: Tape Recording Mode

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

:Picture Playback Mode

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

: PC Mode

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

You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer.

How to Use the Joystick Control

Basic Joystick Control Operations

Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display. Move the Joystick Control [Ÿ,ź,Ż, or Ź] to select an item or file, and then press in the center to set it.

Joystick Control and Screen Display

Press the center of the Joystick Control, and One-Touch Navigation icon will be displayed on the lower right of the screen. Each press switches the display as follows depending on the mode.

Move the Joystick Control [Ÿ, ź, Ż, or Ź] to select an item.

•In the Tape Playback Mode or the Picture Playback Mode, the One-Touch Navigation icon will be automatically on the lower right of the screen.

„Tape Recording Mode

•When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].

 

One-Touch

 

Navigation icon OFF

1/2

2/2

 

Ż

 

Fade

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1/2

Ź

 

Backlight compensation

p. 30

 

ź

 

Soft Skin Mode

p. 31

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Ÿ

 

MagicPix Mode

p. 30

ź

 

Recording Check

p. 25

„Tape Recording Mode

•When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL].

 

 

One-Touch

 

 

Navigation icon OFF

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2/3

3/3

 

Ż

Fade

pp. 29~30

1/3

Ź

Backlight compensation

p. 30

 

ź

Soft Skin Mode

p. 31

2/3

Ÿ

MagicPix Mode

p. 30

ź

Recording Check

p. 25

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2

3

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One-Touch Navigation icon

1Select by moving [Ÿ].

2Select by moving [Ź].

3Select by moving [ź].

4Select by moving [Ż]. Push the center to select

5the item.

 

 

 

Manual Mode (White

 

 

ź

 

Balance, Shutter Speed,

pp. 32~34

3/3

 

 

Iris, Focus)

 

Ż

 

Adjust +

pp. 32~34

 

 

 

Ź

 

Adjust –

pp. 32~34

 

 

„Card Recording Mode

•When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].

One-Touch

Navigation icon OFF

1/1

1/1

Ź

Backlight compensation

p. 30

ź

Soft Skin Mode

p. 31

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Contents PV-GS31 PV-GS35 Things You Should Know Safety PrecautionsAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover FCC Note Telephone Number PANA7262FCC Caution Important Safety Instructions To Avoid Shock Hazard ... Your PrecautionsPage Jack Battery PackDifferences between models YesContents Problems and Solutions Lock SettingUsing Camcorder with a PC UninstallInserting a Card Using the ViewfinderSet the OFF/ON Switch 1 to on Power Lamp 2 lights upPlaying Back a Tape Recording a Still Picture on Card PhotoshotPlaying Back a Card LCD Monitor Open Knob OPENź p LCD Monitor pp Standard AccessoriesParts Identification and Handling AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable pViewfinder pp „ Remote Control PV-GS35 OnlyAudio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Built-in LED Light For PV-GS31/PV-GS35 p„ Selecting Remote Control Modes Remote Control PV-GS35 OnlyInserting the Button-type Battery Using the Remote Control PV-GS35 OnlyPower Supply Re-attaching the Lens Cap How to remove the Sensor tagCharging Time and Available Recording Time To Use as a Grip BeltInserting a Cassette „ When the Cassette Holder does not come out„ When the Cassette Holder cannot be housed Attaching the Shoulder StrapTurning on the Camcorder Using a Memory Card OptionalHow to Use the Joystick Control Easy to Use Mode Dial„ Picture Playback Mode Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorUsing the LCD Monitor „ Tape Playback ModeUsing the Menu Screen List of Menus Operating with Remote Control PV-GS35 onlySetup Selecting Language12bit Audio Audio Recording Mode Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge LP ModeRecording on a Tape „ On-screen Display in the Tape Recording ModeRecording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode About RecordingRecording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording Yourself„ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot in Progress Quick Start Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Image Stabilizer Function Digital Zoom FunctionFade In/Out Functions MagicPix Function „ To Cancel Fading„ To Cancel the MagicPix Function Backlight Compensation FunctionCinema Function Soft-Skin ModeRecording in Special Situations Scene Mode Wind Noise Reduction FunctionRecording in Natural Colors White Balance Adjusting White Balance Manually„ To Resume Automatic Adjustment „ To Cancel the Scene ModeUseful for recording fast-moving subjects Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment About White Balance SensorManual Focus Adjustment Manual Iris Adjustment F Number„ Range of Iris Adjustment „ To Stop Playback Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back„ To Resume Normal Playback Slow Motion Playback PV-GS35 OnlyStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Variable Speed Search Function PV-GS35 Only„ To Stop the Slide Show Playing Back a Memory CardSlide Show To Select a Desired File and Playing BackTo Select and Delete All Files Writing Printing Data on a Card Dpof SettingDeleting the Files Recorded on a Card To Select and Delete FilesSet Basic Protect YES Protecting the Files on a Card Lock SettingFormatting a Card „ About the DpofPress the button again to erase the OSD information Press the OSD Button 42 on the Remote Control. PV-GS35 onlyPlaying Back on Your TV „ To Display the On-screen Information On the TVAudio Dubbing PV-GS35 Only Recording from a Tape onto a CardImage and sound are reproduced Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing„ Connecting with the AV Cable Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR DubbingControl „ To Cancel the Standby for RecordingPC Connection With DV Interface Cable „ To Stop DubbingUsing the USB Driver Using Camcorder with a PC„ Windows 98SE Users „ For MacintoshDisk 1 For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 Connecting the Personal Computer CamcorderUsing Built-in SD Drive To disconnect USB cable safelyWindows XP/2000 Using as a Web CameraWindows Me Other requirements to send/receive audio Installing the Video Stream DriverCommunication Speed Necessary softwareFor PV-GS19/PV-GS31 Setting up the Windows Messenger „ When you use the Camcorder as a Web Camera„ Windows 98SE/Me Users Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Setting up the MSN MessengerSelect USB Audio Device in the Microphone menu Installing Video Stream Driver Using MotionDV Studio PV-GS35 OnlyTo start MotionDV Studio Installation of MotionDV Studio„ With USB supplied „ With DV Cable optional Connecting the Camcorder to a Personal computerSD Memory Card Optional If you no longer need software or driver UninstallAbout the SD Memory Card Start MotionDV Studio 5.3E LEMisc About the compatibility of the card filesIndications „ To Display Date/Time Indication „ To Change the Display Mode„ Power Save Mode Initializing the ModesThere are no recorded files on the card „ Concerning the Power Supply„ Alarm Sounds „ Inserting/Removing the Cassette„ Quick Start „ Self-timer Recording„ Recording on a Card „ Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light„ Digital Zoom Functions „ Soft-Skin Mode„ Scene Mode „ Zoom Microphone Function„ Playing Back „ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ Manual Iris Adjustment „ White Balance„ Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card „ Lock Setting„ Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing „ Slide Show„ Condensation „ About AC Adaptor„ Cautions for Storage „ Optimal Use of the Battery„ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Before Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Different sounds are reproduced at the same time Auto focus function does not workTime code becomes inaccurate Remaining tape time indication disappearsFile recorded on a card cannot be deleted Push the Reset Switch is displayedPlayback picture is not clear Card Recorded pictures are not clear„ Focus Using the Reset buttonExplanation of Terms „ Digital Video SystemDigital Camcorder SpecificationsAccessory # Description Camcorder Accessory SystemPrice Visa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited WarrantyCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Nota Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoAdvertencia del FCC Cómo utilizar el visor Guía rápidaCómo utilizar la batería Inserción de una tarjeta de memoriaReproducción de una cinta Grabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta PhotoshotReproducción de una tarjeta de memoria Index

PV-GS19, PV-GS31, PV-GS35 specifications

The Panasonic PV-GS35, PV-GS31, and PV-GS19 are compact and versatile camcorders from the renowned Panasonic brand, designed to cater to the needs of budding videographers and seasoned enthusiasts alike. These camcorders are known for their portability, ease of use, and impressive features that enhance video quality and functionality.

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The Panasonic PV-GS19 is geared toward users who prioritize simplicity and portability while still seeking quality footage. Featuring a single CCD sensor, it doesn't reach the high-end capabilities of its counterparts but offers decent performance for casual shooting. The GS19 sports a 20x optical zoom and a digital zoom feature, perfect for capturing family moments and everyday activities. Its lightweight and compact design makes it an ideal choice for travel.

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