Panasonic PV-GS31, PV-GS35, PV-GS19 „ Optimal Use of the Battery, „ Cautions for Storage

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5 If the image is not still clear, repeat Steps 1 to 4. (Do not use the Head Cleaner 3 times or more consecutively.)
Notes:
• Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and then use it again from the beginning in the same manner as before.
• If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the tape may be damaged. In this case, immediately stop using that Cassette.
• Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be played back even after the heads are cleaned.)
• If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner, the Camcorder needs to be cleaned at a Servicenter. Please consult a dealer.
• Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the warranty.
Periodical Check-up
To maintain the highest image quality, we recommend replacement of worn parts, such as heads, etc., after approximately 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends on operating conditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust, etc.)
Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video Cassette and start recording. Then, play the tape back to check the recorded image.
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„ Video Head Clogging and Care
If the heads (the parts that make contact with the tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty, recording performance deteriorates, and, in the worst case, the Camcorder cannot record at all.
Causes of Dirty Heads
• Large quantity of dust in the air
• High-temperature and high-humidity environment
• Damaged tape
• Long operating hours
Using Panasonic cleaning cassette (AY-DVMCLA)
1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape
Playback Mode.
• The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen.
2 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Camcorder in the same manner as a Video Cassette.
3 Move the Joystick Control [Ÿ], and approximately 20 seconds later, move the Joystick Control [ź]. (Do not rewind the tape.)

Others

„Optimal Use of the Battery

Battery Characteristics

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment, the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes.

If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protective function may operate, and the Battery may become unusable for a while.

Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use

Be sure to detach the Battery from the Camcorder. (If it is left attached to the Camcorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Camcorder power is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The Battery may become unusable after it is charged.

Disposing of an Unusable Battery

•The Battery has a limited life.

•Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may cause an explosion.

Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean

Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or other substances. If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if the Battery body and terminals are deformed. Attaching a deformed Battery to the Camcorder or AC Adaptor may damage the Camcorder or AC Adaptor.

„Cautions for Storage

Before storing the Camcorder, take the

Cassette out and detach the Battery.

Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature.

(Recommended Temperature: 59 °F to 77 °F (15 °C to

25 °C), Recommended Humidity: 40 % to 60 %)

Camcorder

•Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the Camera.

•Do not leave the Camcorder in places that expose it to high temperature.

Battery

•Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the Battery.

•If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.

•Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in contact with metal objects (such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in a short circuit or heat generation and, if you touch the Battery in this condition, you may be badly burned.

•Store the Battery in a completely discharged state. To store the Battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you completely use up the charged capacity.

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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 Differences between models Battery PackYes JackContents Using Camcorder with a PC Lock SettingUninstall Problems and SolutionsSet the OFF/ON Switch 1 to on Using the ViewfinderPower Lamp 2 lights up Inserting a CardPlaying Back a Card Recording a Still Picture on Card PhotoshotPlaying Back a Tape Parts Identification and Handling Standard AccessoriesAC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable p LCD Monitor Open Knob OPENź p LCD Monitor ppAudio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp „ Remote Control PV-GS35 OnlyBuilt-in LED Light For PV-GS31/PV-GS35 p Viewfinder ppInserting the Button-type Battery Remote Control PV-GS35 OnlyUsing the Remote Control PV-GS35 Only „ Selecting Remote Control ModesPower Supply Charging Time and Available Recording Time How to remove the Sensor tagTo Use as a Grip Belt Re-attaching the Lens Cap„ When the Cassette Holder cannot be housed „ When the Cassette Holder does not come outAttaching the Shoulder Strap Inserting a CassetteTurning on the Camcorder Using a Memory Card OptionalHow to Use the Joystick Control Easy to Use Mode DialUsing the LCD Monitor Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor„ Tape Playback Mode „ Picture Playback ModeUsing the Menu Screen Setup Operating with Remote Control PV-GS35 onlySelecting Language List of Menus12bit Audio Internal Lithium Battery Recharge Setting Date and TimeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeRecording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode „ On-screen Display in the Tape Recording ModeAbout Recording Recording on a TapeRecording 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 „ To Cancel the MagicPix Function „ To Cancel FadingBacklight Compensation Function MagicPix FunctionRecording in Special Situations Scene Mode Soft-Skin ModeWind Noise Reduction Function Cinema Function„ To Resume Automatic Adjustment Adjusting White Balance Manually„ To Cancel the Scene Mode Recording in Natural Colors White Balance„ Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentAbout White Balance Sensor Useful for recording fast-moving subjects„ Range of Iris Adjustment Manual Iris Adjustment F NumberManual Focus Adjustment Playing Back a Tape Adjusting the Sound VolumeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back „ To Stop PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Slow Motion Playback PV-GS35 OnlyVariable Speed Search Function PV-GS35 Only „ To Resume Normal PlaybackSlide Show Playing Back a Memory CardTo Select a Desired File and Playing Back „ To Stop the Slide ShowDeleting the Files Recorded on a Card Writing Printing Data on a Card Dpof SettingTo Select and Delete Files To Select and Delete All FilesFormatting a Card Protecting the Files on a Card Lock Setting„ About the Dpof Set Basic Protect YESPlaying Back on Your TV Press the OSD Button 42 on the Remote Control. PV-GS35 only„ To Display the On-screen Information On the TV Press the button again to erase the OSD informationAudio Dubbing PV-GS35 Only Recording from a Tape onto a Card„ Connecting with the AV Cable Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingCopying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR Dubbing Image and sound are reproducedPC Connection With DV Interface Cable „ To Cancel the Standby for Recording„ To Stop Dubbing ControlUsing the USB Driver Using Camcorder with a PC„ Windows 98SE Users „ For MacintoshUsing Built-in SD Drive Connecting the Personal Computer CamcorderTo disconnect USB cable safely Disk 1 For Windows 98SE/Me/2000Windows Me Using as a Web CameraWindows XP/2000 Communication Speed Installing the Video Stream DriverNecessary software Other requirements to send/receive audioFor 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 computerAbout the SD Memory Card If you no longer need software or driver UninstallStart MotionDV Studio 5.3E LE SD Memory Card OptionalMisc About the compatibility of the card filesIndications „ Power Save Mode „ To Change the Display ModeInitializing the Modes „ To Display Date/Time Indication„ Alarm Sounds „ Concerning the Power Supply„ Inserting/Removing the Cassette There are no recorded files on the card„ Recording on a Card „ Self-timer Recording„ Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light „ Quick Start„ Scene Mode „ Soft-Skin Mode„ Zoom Microphone Function „ Digital Zoom Functions„ Manual Iris Adjustment „ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment„ White Balance „ Playing Back„ Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing „ Lock Setting„ Slide Show „ Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card„ Condensation „ About AC Adaptor„ Cautions for Storage „ Optimal Use of the Battery„ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood Before Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Time code becomes inaccurate Auto focus function does not workRemaining tape time indication disappears Different sounds are reproduced at the same timePlayback picture is not clear Push the Reset Switch is displayedCard Recorded pictures are not clear File recorded on a card cannot be deletedExplanation of Terms Using the Reset button„ Digital Video System „ FocusDigital 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 la batería Guía rápidaInserción de una tarjeta de memoria Cómo utilizar el visorReproducción 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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