Panasonic PV-GS31, PV-GS35 „ Concerning the Power Supply, „ Inserting/Removing the Cassette

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CHECK REC TAB:

You are attempting to record pictures on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position.

You are attempting Audio Dubbing or Digital Dubbing on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position.

WRONG TAPE FORMAT:

You are attempting to play back a tape section that has been recorded with a different TV system. This cassette is incompatible.

UNABLE TO A.DUB

(LP RECORDED):

Because the original recording was in LP Mode, audio dubbing cannot be performed.

UNABLE TO A.DUB:

You are attempting to perform audio dubbing on a non-recorded tape.

COPY PROTECTED:

Images cannot be recorded correctly because the medium is protected by a copy guard.

CARD ERROR:

The Card is not compatible with this Camcorder. You are attempting to format a failed card.

It displays, when you attempt to insert the incompatible card to Card Slot.

NO CARD:

No card is inserted.

CARD FULL:

Card does not have sufficient memory remaining. Select Picture Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files.

NO DATA:

There are no recorded files on the card.

UNPLAYABLE CARD:

You are attempting to play back data not compatible with this Camcorder.

FILE LOCKED:

You are attempting to erase protected files.

CARD LOCKED:

The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to [LOCK].

CHANGE MODE TO USE USB:

The USB Cable is connected to the Camcorder in Card Recording Mode.

CANCEL NIGHT VIEW MODE:

You are attempting to select an item other than [OFF] in [ SCENE MODE] during MagicPix Mode.

DISCONNECT USB CABLE:

You are attempting to turn the Mode Dial in PC Mode with the USB Cable connected to the Camcorder.

You are attempting to record pictures on a Tape/Card with the USB Cable connected to the Camcorder.

PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0:

The Camcorder is connected to a personal computer that does not support USB2.0.

CAN NOT USE USB:

You are connecting the USB Cable with the DV Cable connected in MotionDV Mode.

CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE:

You are attempting to select an item other than [OFF] in [ SCENE MODE] when the [AUTO/ MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].

CAN NOT OPERATE

(MOTION DV MODE) (PV-GS35 Only):

You are attempting to change [ D.ZOOM] setting during MotionDV Mode.

TURN OFF THE VIDEO LIGHT:

You are attempting to select an item in [ SCENE MODE] when Light is on.

Notes and Hints

„Concerning the Power Supply

•When the Camcorder has been used for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.

•If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.

„Inserting/Removing the Cassette

•When inserting a previously recorded Cassette, use the Blank Search Function (p. 26) to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you overwrite-record on a previously recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you want to continue recording.

•If a new Cassette is inserted, rewind to the beginning of the tape before starting recording.

•When inserting the cassette, make sure it faces in the right direction and then push it in until it stops.

•When the Cassette Holder is in action, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark.

•Close the Cassette Compartment Cover tightly.

•When closing the Cassette Compartment Cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.

„Alarm Sounds

• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

When [ BEEP SOUND] on the [ SETUP] is set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows.

1Beep

•When you start recording

•When you turn on the power

2Beeps

•When you pause recording

2Beeps 4 times

•When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs, and at other times. Check the sentence displayed on the screen.

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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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