Panasonic Official Manual for Camcorders: GS9 and PV-GS12
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Before Use

Using a Memory Card (For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

A Card can be used to record still pictures.

•Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only.

Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure to turn off the Camcorder.

•Otherwise, the Camcorder may not function properly or it may cause the loss of recorded data in a Card.

Inserting a Card

1Slide the [OPEN] Lever 3 to open the Card Slot Cover 5 .

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2While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right 1 , insert it into the Card Slot 4 .

4

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3 Close the Card Slot Cover 5 securely.

Removing the Card

Open the Card Slot Cover and press the center of the Card and then pull it straight out.

•After removing the Card, close the Card Slot Cover.

•The Camcorder may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted.

Card Access Lamp 12

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While the Camcorder is accessing the Card (reading, recording, playback or erasing), the Card Access Lamp lights up.

•While the Card Access Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Camcorder, or to turn the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the Card, and recorded data, and cause the Camcorder to malfunction.

Turning on the Camcorder

Turn on the power first and then select modes.

How to Turn on the Power

1Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 44 to [ON] while pressing the button 1 .

• The [POWER] Lamp 41 lights up.

44 1

41

How to Turn off the Power

2Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 44 to [OFF] while pressing the button 1 .

44 1

Easy to Use Mode Dial

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

1 Rotate the Mode Dial 40 .

40

(PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ (PV-GS9) PV-GS15)

: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 (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15).

: Tape Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape.

: Card Recording Mode

(For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

Use this mode when recording still pictures on a card.

: Picture Playback Mode

(For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

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

: PC Mode

(For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

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

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For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

 

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Contents PV-GS15 PV-GS15 ShownThings You Should Know Above markings are located on the appliance bottom coverTelephone Number PANA7262 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model NoAddress FCC NoteImportant Safeguards Precautions Page Yes CardLens JackContents Using as a Web Camera Using the Software with a Personal Computer..47Using USB Driver Customer Services DirectoryInserting a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Quick GuideInserting a Cassette Recording on a TapeRecording a Still Picture on Tape PV-GS9 Only Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback ModeSet the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Start Playback Playing Back a TapeControls and Components Standard Accessories Before UseCamcorder Connect this to the digital video equipment Audio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Headphone Jack PhonesViewfinder pp Used for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripodRemote Control PV-GS15 Only Remote Control PV-GS15 OnlyInserting the Button-type Battery Using the AC Adaptor Power SupplyUsing the Remote Control PV-GS15 Only Using the BatteryCharging Time and Available Recording Time How to remove the Sensor tagDisconnecting the Power Source Grip BeltAttaching the Shoulder Strap Re-attaching the Lens CapInserting a Cassette Accidental Erasure PreventionUsing a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Easy to Use Mode DialTurning on the Camcorder Using the Viewfinder Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorUsing the Menu Screen Using the LCD MonitorTo Return to the Previous Screen About the Menu Mode SettingList of Menus To Exit the Menu ScreenLCD/EVF 12bit AudioCard Recording Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Picture Playback Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Card LP Mode Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge Audio Recording ModeTo Check the Recording About RecordingRecording on a Tape Finding the End of RecordingProgressive Photoshot Recording a Still Picture on a Tape PV-GS9 OnlyDigital Still Picture Continuous PhotoshotRecording Yourself Quick StartRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Digital Zoom Function Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions To Take Close-up Shots of Small SubjectsImage Stabilizer Function To Cancel the Digital Zoom FunctionTo Cancel Image Stabilizer Function Fade In/Out FunctionsMagicPix Function Soft-Skin ModeBacklight Compensation Function Wind Noise Reduction FunctionRecording in Special Situations To Cancel the Cinema FunctionTo Cancel the Program AE Function Recording in Natural ColorsAdjusting White Balance Manually To Resume Automatic AdjustmentAbout White Balance Sensor Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Iris AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment Multi-Picture Mode Digital Effect FunctionsDeleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures Picture-in-Picture ModeWipe Mode and Mix Mode To Display the Multi-Pictures AgainFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Cue/Review PlaybackVariable Speed Search Function Slow Motion Playback Remote Control OnlyStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Playback with Zoom LeverPhotoshot Index Search Index Search Functions Remote Control OnlyPlayback Zoom Function Remote Control Only Scene Index SearchWipe Mode and Mix Mode Remote Control Only Playback Digital Effect FunctionsPlaying Back a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Pause the Slide Show Slide Show For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15To Select a Desired File and Playing Back To Stop the Slide ShowSelect Recording and press the Enter Button Creating a Title For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15Adding a Title For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15 Set Digital Title in onProtecting the Files on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Verify Dpof SettingWriting Printing Data on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Clear the Title DisplayFormatting a Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Select and Delete Files or TitlesTo Select and Delete All Files Playing Back on Your TV To Make the Indications Appear on the TV ScreenTo Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing Audio Dubbing Remote Control OnlyTo Cancel Audio Dubbing Card Images can be recorded to the TapeUsing the DV Cable for Recording Copying on an S-VHS or a VHS CassetteTo Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound PC Connection With DV Interface Cable RecorderTo Stop Dubbing Software Installation For Windows Using the Software with a Personal ComputerUsing USB Driver Installing USB DriverFinish installation by following the on-screen instructions Connecting the Personal Computer and CamcorderFor Using Built-in SD Drive For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Windows 98SE/Me UsersWindows XP/2000 To disconnect USB cable safelyDouble click the icon in task tray Windows MeUsing as a Web Camera For Windows XP users Installing WebCam DriverClick the WebCam Driver Set Camera or Playback USB Function WEB CameraSetting up the Windows Messenger Setting up the MSN MessengerClick Sign Graphic display Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareType in your Sign-in name and password Other requirementsTo Use DV Studio 3.1E-SE Installing DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareAfter the completion of setup, click on Finish Click DV Studio Click NextOperating environment For Windows Using the ArcSoft Software PV-GS15 SuppliedInstallation of ArcSoft Software PhotoBase 4 Windows, PhotoBase 2 MacClick ArcSoft If you no longer need software or driver UninstallTo start ArcSoft Software For Windows For Information on ArcSoft SoftwareFiles recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard SD Memory CardMultiMediaCard Optional SD Memory Card PV-GS15 Supplied, PV-GS12Misc Indications Initializing the Modes To Change the Counter Display ModeTo Change the Display Mode To Display Date/Time IndicationInserting/Removing the Cassette Concerning the Power SupplyAlarm Sounds Recording CheckQuick Start Self-timer RecordingRecording with the Built-in LED Video Light Zoom In/Out FunctionsWind Noise Reduction Function Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Cinema FunctionPlayback Zoom Function Playing BackIndex Search Functions Playback Digital Effect FunctionsCreating a Title Lock SettingUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Adding a TitleBlinking in yellow About AC AdaptorCondensation Blinking in redOptimal Use of the Battery Video Head Clogging and CareCassette BatteryLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood LCD MonitorBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Using the Reset button Focus Explanation of TermsDigital Video System Time CodeSpecifications Digital CamcorderCamcorder Accessory System Accessory # DescriptionCamcorder Accessory Order Form VisaRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Limited Warranty CoverageLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Centralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Npcparts@panasonic.comSpanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido NotaAdvertencia del FCC Guía rápida Inserción de un cassetteGrabación de una cinta Reproducción de una cinta Gire el dial de modo a Modo de reproducción de cintaPresione el botón Index Surf & Snow Mode Request for Service Notice Review PlaybackSports Mode RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording CheckOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey
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