Panasonic PV-GS9 Backlight Compensation Function, MagicPix Function, Soft-Skin Mode

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Recording Mode

2When the image is completely gone, press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 to stop recording.

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3 Release the [FADE] Button 16 .

• The still picture cannot fade in or fade out.

Backlight Compensation Function

This prevents the subject from being recorded too darkly when backlit. (Backlight is the light that shines from behind the subject being recorded.)

1 Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button 10 .

10

The [ ] Indication flashes and then is displayed.

The entire screen becomes brighter.

To Resume Normal Recording

Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button.

• For other notes concerning this item, see page 62.

MagicPix Function

This function allows you to record color images brightly in a dark place without using the Video Flash.

1 Press the [MAGICPIX] Button 8 .

8

The [MAGICPIX] Indication appears.

To Cancel the MagicPix Function

Press the [MAGICPIX] Button again.

For other notes concerning this item, see pages 62-63.

Soft-Skin Mode

This enables you to record skin colors in a softer tone. In order to get the best result, avoid background colors similar to the skin color of the subject. Otherwise, this may result in a softer background lacking in detail.

1 Press the [SOFT SKIN] Button 9 .

9

The [ SOFT SKIN ] Indication appears.

To obtain the best effect, we recommend to take a bust shot, so that the upper part from the breast of the subject can be framed in the screen.

To Cancel the Soft-Skin Mode

Press the [SOFT SKIN] Button.

Wind Noise Reduction Function

This function reduces the sound of wind hitting the microphone when recording.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].

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• The [WIND CUT] Indication appears.

To Cancel the Wind Noise Reduction Function Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF].

• For other notes concerning this item, see page 63.

Cinema Function

This function is for recording a cinema-like image.

1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON].

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Contents PV-GS15 Shown PV-GS15Above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Things You Should KnowAddress Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model NoTelephone Number PANA7262 FCC NoteImportant Safeguards Precautions Page Lens CardYes JackContents Using USB Driver Using the Software with a Personal Computer..47Using as a Web Camera Customer Services DirectoryInserting a Cassette Quick GuideInserting a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Recording on a TapeSet the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Start Playback Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback ModeRecording a Still Picture on Tape PV-GS9 Only Playing Back a TapeCamcorder Controls and Components Standard AccessoriesBefore Use Viewfinder pp Audio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Headphone Jack PhonesConnect this to the digital video equipment Used for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripodInserting the Button-type Battery Remote Control PV-GS15 OnlyRemote Control PV-GS15 Only Using the Remote Control PV-GS15 Only Power SupplyUsing the AC Adaptor Using the BatteryDisconnecting the Power Source How to remove the Sensor tagCharging Time and Available Recording Time Grip BeltInserting a Cassette Re-attaching the Lens CapAttaching the Shoulder Strap Accidental Erasure PreventionTurning on the Camcorder Using a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15Easy to Use Mode Dial Using the Menu Screen Using the Viewfinder/LCD MonitorUsing the Viewfinder Using the LCD MonitorList of Menus About the Menu Mode SettingTo Return to the Previous Screen To Exit the Menu Screen12bit Audio LCD/EVFCard Card Recording Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Picture Playback Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Internal Lithium Battery Recharge Setting Date and TimeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeRecording on a Tape About RecordingTo Check the Recording Finding the End of RecordingDigital Still Picture Recording a Still Picture on a Tape PV-GS9 OnlyProgressive Photoshot Continuous PhotoshotRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording YourselfQuick Start Zoom In/Out Functions Self-timer RecordingDigital Zoom Function To Take Close-up Shots of Small SubjectsTo Cancel Image Stabilizer Function To Cancel the Digital Zoom FunctionImage Stabilizer Function Fade In/Out FunctionsBacklight Compensation Function Soft-Skin ModeMagicPix Function Wind Noise Reduction FunctionTo Cancel the Program AE Function To Cancel the Cinema FunctionRecording in Special Situations Recording in Natural ColorsAbout White Balance Sensor Adjusting White Balance ManuallyTo Resume Automatic Adjustment Manual Focus Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Digital Effect Functions Multi-Picture ModeWipe Mode and Mix Mode Picture-in-Picture ModeDeleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures To Display the Multi-Pictures AgainPlaying Back a Tape Adjusting the Sound VolumeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Cue/Review PlaybackStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Slow Motion Playback Remote Control OnlyVariable Speed Search Function Playback with Zoom LeverPlayback Zoom Function Remote Control Only Index Search Functions Remote Control OnlyPhotoshot Index Search Scene Index SearchPlaying Back a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Remote Control OnlyPlayback Digital Effect Functions To Select a Desired File and Playing Back Slide Show For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15To Pause the Slide Show To Stop the Slide ShowAdding a Title For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15 Creating a Title For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15Select Recording and press the Enter Button Set Digital Title in onWriting Printing Data on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Verify Dpof SettingProtecting the Files on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Clear the Title DisplayTo Select and Delete All Files Formatting a Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15To Select and Delete Files or Titles To Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Playing Back on Your TVTo Cancel Audio Dubbing Audio Dubbing Remote Control OnlyTo Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing Card Images can be recorded to the TapeTo Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound Using the DV Cable for RecordingCopying on an S-VHS or a VHS Cassette To Stop Dubbing PC Connection With DV Interface CableRecorder Using USB Driver Using the Software with a Personal ComputerSoftware Installation For Windows Installing USB DriverFor Using Built-in SD Drive For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Connecting the Personal Computer and CamcorderFinish installation by following the on-screen instructions Windows 98SE/Me UsersDouble click the icon in task tray To disconnect USB cable safelyWindows XP/2000 Windows MeUsing as a Web Camera Click the WebCam Driver Installing WebCam DriverFor Windows XP users Set Camera or Playback USB Function WEB CameraClick Sign Setting up the Windows MessengerSetting up the MSN Messenger Type in your Sign-in name and password Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareGraphic display Other requirementsAfter the completion of setup, click on Finish Installing DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareTo Use DV Studio 3.1E-SE Click DV Studio Click NextInstallation of ArcSoft Software Using the ArcSoft Software PV-GS15 SuppliedOperating environment For Windows PhotoBase 4 Windows, PhotoBase 2 MacTo start ArcSoft Software For Windows If you no longer need software or driver UninstallClick ArcSoft For Information on ArcSoft SoftwareMultiMediaCard Optional SD Memory CardFiles recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card PV-GS15 Supplied, PV-GS12Misc Indications To Change the Display Mode To Change the Counter Display ModeInitializing the Modes To Display Date/Time IndicationAlarm Sounds Concerning the Power SupplyInserting/Removing the Cassette Recording CheckRecording with the Built-in LED Video Light Self-timer RecordingQuick Start Zoom In/Out FunctionsManual Iris Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentWind Noise Reduction Function Cinema FunctionIndex Search Functions Playing BackPlayback Zoom Function Playback Digital Effect FunctionsUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Lock SettingCreating a Title Adding a TitleCondensation About AC AdaptorBlinking in yellow Blinking in redVideo Head Clogging and Care Optimal Use of the BatteryLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood BatteryCassette LCD MonitorBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Using the Reset button Digital Video System Explanation of TermsFocus Time CodeDigital Camcorder SpecificationsAccessory # Description Camcorder Accessory SystemVisa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Coverage Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Accessory Purchases Customer Services DirectoryCentralized Factory Servicenter Npcparts@panasonic.comAdvertencia del FCC Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoNota Grabación de una cinta Guía rápidaInserción de un cassette Presione el botón Reproducción de una cintaGire el dial de modo a Modo de reproducción de cinta Index 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