Panasonic PV-GS35, PV-GS19 „ Slide Show, „ Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card, „ Lock Setting

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Take out the Cassette. (p. 17)
Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF]. Take out the Card. (p. 18)

Others

•When playing back a picture recorded on other equipment, the picture may not be played back or the quality of pictures may be deteriorated.

•When playing back a non standardized file, the Folder File Number may not be displayed.

„Slide Show

•Playback time may take longer than usual depending on the picture.

„Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card

•When [CARD FULL] is shown during recording, switch to the Picture Playback Mode and then delete unnecessary files.

•If there are no files to delete, insert a new card.

•If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted, all the data related to the files will be deleted.

„DPOF

•DPOF setting made on another camera may not be recognized by Camcorder. Perform the DPOF Settings on your Camcorder.

•Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little time. Wait until the Card Access Lamp goes out.

„Lock Setting

•The Lock Setting carried out by this Camcorder is only effective for this Camcorder.

•The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to the [LOCK] side, you cannot write to or format the Card. If it is moved back, you can.

„Playing Back on Your TV

•Whenever plugging in the S-Video cable, plug in the AV cable, too.

•Use the AC adaptor to avoid battery depletion.

„Recording from a Tape onto a Card

•If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button without pausing, blurred pictures may be recorded.

„Audio Dubbing

•The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed.

•Sounds sent through the DV terminal cannot be dubbed.

•If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the tape is dubbed, images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back.

•In the case of importing data recorded with Audio Dubbing to a PC using the PC’s software, only the original sound (ST1) may be imported, depending on the software.

„Using the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing)

•Do not plug or unplug the DV Cable during dubbing, or the dubbing may not be completed properly.

•Regardless of the menu settings on the recorder, digital dubbing is carried out in the same mode as the [AUDIO REC] mode of the playback tape.

•The images on the recorder monitor may be disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded images.

•Even if you use a device equipped with DV Terminals such as IEEE1394, you may not be able to perform Digital Dubbing in some cases. For more information, see the instructions for equipment connected.

•Date or other information to be displayed cannot be displayed if the software of the connected equipment does not support the display function.

Cautions for Use

„After Use

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4 Detach the power supply and retract the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor. (pp. 15, 20)

5 To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap.

„Cautions for Use

When you use your Camcorder on a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters the Camcorder.

•Water may cause the Camcorder or Cassette to malfunction. (Irreparable failure may occur.)

•If sea water splashes onto the Camcorder, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.

Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.).

•If you use the Camcorder on or near a TV, images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation.

•Do not use near a cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.

•Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or images may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

•Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a microprocessor may adversely affect the Camcorder, causing the disturbance of images and sounds.

•If the Camcorder is affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Camcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Thereafter, turn on the Camcorder power.

Do not use your Camcorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables.

•If you record pictures near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected.

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Contents PV-GS31 PV-GS35 Safety Precautions Things You Should KnowAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Telephone Number PANA7262 FCC NoteFCC 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 upRecording a Still Picture on Card Photoshot Playing Back a TapePlaying 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 Recording Yourself RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot„ To Stop the RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot in Progress Self-timer Recording Quick StartZoom In/Out Functions Digital Zoom Function Image Stabilizer 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 Iris Adjustment F Number Manual Focus Adjustment„ 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 safelyUsing as a Web Camera Windows XP/2000Windows Me Other requirements to send/receive audio Installing the Video Stream DriverCommunication Speed Necessary softwareFor PV-GS19/PV-GS31 „ When you use the Camcorder as a Web Camera Setting up the Windows Messenger„ Windows 98SE/Me Users Setting up the MSN Messenger Click Sign Type in your Sign-in name and passwordSelect USB Audio Device in the Microphone menu Installing Video Stream Driver Using MotionDV Studio PV-GS35 OnlyInstallation of MotionDV Studio To start 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 SpecificationsCamcorder Accessory System Accessory # DescriptionPrice Visa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited WarrantyCustomer Services Directory Centralized Factory ServicenterFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido NotaAdvertencia del FCC Cómo utilizar el visor Guía rápidaCómo utilizar la batería Inserción de una tarjeta de memoriaGrabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta Photoshot Reproducción de una cintaReproducción 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.

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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