Panasonic PV-GS31, PV-GS35, PV-GS19 Using as a Web Camera, Windows XP/2000, Windows Me

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With a PC

2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click [Stop].

3 Verify [Matshita DVC USB Device] is selected and click [OK].

• You can safely disconnect the cable.

Note on the driver name displayed

The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of the Camcorder.

Windows XP/2000:

• When the Camcorder is in PC Mode:

[USB Mass Storage Device] or [Matshita DVC USB Device]

Windows Me:

•When the Camcorder is in PC Mode: [USB Disk] or [Matshita DVC]

•Some OS, such as Windows 98SE, may not show the icon indicating that you may safely disconnect in task tray. (OS may be set not to show) Make sure Camcorder’s Card Access lamp is off and disconnect the cable. Also, with Windows Me, the icon will not be displayed when in Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode.

CAUTION:

If you disconnect the USB Cable while the Card Access Lamp is on, it may damage the Card data.

„For Macintosh

Removing the USB Cable safely for Macintosh

1Drop the [NO_NAME] icon which appeared when you connected the Camcorder with the USB Cable into the recycle bin, then disconnect the USB Cable.

If the above operation is not performed correctly, when data is copied from the personal computer to an SD Memory Card, the copied data may be damaged.

Even when the following operations are performed, the same results will occur as when the USB Cable is removed (above). Therefore, it is imperative that the above operation 1 is completed before proceeding.

•When Camcorder power is turned OFF.

•When SD Memory Card is removed.

•When Mode Dial is turned to change modes.

Using as a Web Camera

If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to the other parties via the network.

•Do not connect the USB Cable until the Video Stream Driver is installed.

This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system. Please see chart below.

[Send]

 

[Receive]

[Software]

Windows XP

OK

Windows XP

Windows

Messenger

 

 

 

Windows XP

NG

Windows

 

98SE/Me/2000

 

 

 

 

Windows

 

Windows

MSN

98SE/

OK

98SE/Me/2000

Messenger

Me/2000

 

 

 

 

Operating environment

OS:

(PV-GS35 Only)

IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled;

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (With this version of Windows XP, SP1 or later is needed.)

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4 or later Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

(For PV-GS19/PV-GS31)

IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled;

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (With this version of Windows XP, SP2 or later is needed.)

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4 or later Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

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Contents PV-GS31 PV-GS35 Above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Safety PrecautionsThings You Should Know FCC Caution Telephone Number PANA7262FCC Note 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 Card Recording a Still Picture on Card PhotoshotPlaying Back a Tape 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 „ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot in Progress Recording YourselfRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Zoom In/Out Functions Self-timer RecordingQuick Start Fade In/Out Functions Digital Zoom FunctionImage Stabilizer Function 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 Sensor„ Range of Iris Adjustment Manual Iris Adjustment F NumberManual Focus 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 Me Using as a Web CameraWindows XP/2000 Other requirements to send/receive audio Installing the Video Stream DriverCommunication Speed Necessary softwareFor PV-GS19/PV-GS31 „ Windows 98SE/Me Users „ When you use the Camcorder as a Web CameraSetting up the Windows Messenger Select USB Audio Device in the Microphone menu Setting up the MSN MessengerClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password Installing Video Stream Driver Using MotionDV Studio PV-GS35 Only„ With USB supplied Installation of MotionDV StudioTo start MotionDV Studio „ 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 SpecificationsPrice Camcorder Accessory SystemAccessory # Description Visa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited WarrantyFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Customer Services DirectoryCentralized Factory Servicenter Advertencia del FCC Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoNota Cómo utilizar el visor Guía rápidaCómo utilizar la batería Inserción de una tarjeta de memoriaReproducción de una tarjeta de memoria Grabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta PhotoshotReproducción de una cinta 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.

The PV-GS35, the flagship model, boasts a 3 CCD image sensor system that offers superior color accuracy and better low-light performance. With a 12x optical zoom lens, users can capture distant subjects without sacrificing clarity. This camcorder supports a 21x digital zoom, expanding its capture capabilities. Additionally, it features a 2.5-inch LCD screen that tilts out for flexible shooting angles, allowing users to frame their shots with ease. The PV-GS35 also includes a digital image stabilizer that compensates for shaky hands, ensuring smooth and stable footage.

The PV-GS31 is a mid-range option that retains many of the robust features found in the GS35 but at a more affordable price. It also incorporates a 3 CCD system, ensuring vivid color reproduction and high-resolution video quality. The GS31 comes with a 10x optical zoom lens complemented by a 200x digital zoom feature, making it ideal for capturing both broad scenes and fine details. Its compact design makes it an excellent choice for on-the-go filming, and the convenient easy mode simplifies settings, making it accessible for novice users.

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.

All three models are equipped with intelligent features such as face detection, various scene modes, and a built-in microphone. These camcorders utilize Panasonic's advanced optical technologies, enriching the overall shooting experience.

In conclusion, the Panasonic PV-GS35, PV-GS31, and PV-GS19 camcorders cater to varying levels of videography expertise and preferences, each providing distinctive features and technologies that allow users to capture memorable moments with remarkable quality. Whether for professional endeavors or less serious applications, these camcorders represent a versatile range of solutions tailored for diverse filming needs.
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