Panasonic PV-GS9 operating instructions Important Safeguards

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Important Safeguards

1.Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2.Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5.Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6.Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous.

7.Water and Moisture — Do not use this video unit near water — for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8.Accessories — Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer’s

instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9.Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiator or heat register. This video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

10.Power Sources — This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video units intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11.Grounding or Polarization — This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.

The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

12.Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

13.Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

14.Lightning — For added protection of this video unit receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit due to lightning and power-line surges.

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Contents PV-GS15 PV-GS15 ShownThings You Should Know Above markings are located on the appliance bottom coverDeclaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model No AddressTelephone Number PANA7262 FCC NoteImportant Safeguards Precautions Page Card LensYes JackContents Using the Software with a Personal Computer..47 Using USB DriverUsing as a Web Camera Customer Services DirectoryQuick Guide Inserting a CassetteInserting a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Recording on a TapeSet the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Start PlaybackRecording a Still Picture on Tape PV-GS9 Only Playing Back a TapeBefore Use Controls and Components Standard AccessoriesCamcorder Audio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Headphone Jack Phones Viewfinder ppConnect this to the digital video equipment Used for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripodRemote Control PV-GS15 Only Remote Control PV-GS15 OnlyInserting the Button-type Battery Power Supply Using the Remote Control PV-GS15 OnlyUsing the AC Adaptor Using the BatteryHow to remove the Sensor tag Disconnecting the Power SourceCharging Time and Available Recording Time Grip BeltRe-attaching the Lens Cap Inserting a CassetteAttaching the Shoulder Strap Accidental Erasure PreventionEasy to Use Mode Dial Using a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15Turning on the Camcorder Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Using the Menu ScreenUsing the Viewfinder Using the LCD MonitorAbout the Menu Mode Setting List of MenusTo Return to the Previous Screen To Exit the Menu ScreenLCD/EVF 12bit AudioPicture Playback Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Card Recording Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Card Setting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery RechargeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeAbout Recording Recording on a TapeTo Check the Recording Finding the End of RecordingRecording a Still Picture on a Tape PV-GS9 Only Digital Still PictureProgressive Photoshot Continuous PhotoshotQuick Start Recording YourselfRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Self-timer Recording Zoom In/Out FunctionsDigital Zoom Function To Take Close-up Shots of Small SubjectsTo Cancel the Digital Zoom Function To Cancel Image Stabilizer FunctionImage Stabilizer Function Fade In/Out FunctionsSoft-Skin Mode Backlight Compensation FunctionMagicPix Function Wind Noise Reduction FunctionTo Cancel the Cinema Function To Cancel the Program AE FunctionRecording in Special Situations Recording in Natural ColorsTo Resume Automatic Adjustment Adjusting White Balance ManuallyAbout White Balance Sensor Manual Iris Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment Multi-Picture Mode Digital Effect FunctionsPicture-in-Picture Mode Wipe Mode and Mix ModeDeleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures To Display the Multi-Pictures AgainAdjusting the Sound Volume Playing Back a TapeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back Cue/Review PlaybackSlow Motion Playback Remote Control Only Still Playback/Still Advance PlaybackVariable Speed Search Function Playback with Zoom LeverIndex Search Functions Remote Control Only Playback Zoom Function Remote Control OnlyPhotoshot Index Search Scene Index SearchPlayback Digital Effect Functions Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Remote Control OnlyPlaying Back a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Slide Show For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15 To Select a Desired File and Playing BackTo Pause the Slide Show To Stop the Slide ShowCreating a Title For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Adding a Title For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15Select Recording and press the Enter Button Set Digital Title in onTo Verify Dpof Setting Writing Printing Data on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Protecting the Files on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Clear the Title DisplayTo Select and Delete Files or Titles Formatting a Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15To Select and Delete All Files Playing Back on Your TV To Make the Indications Appear on the TV ScreenAudio Dubbing Remote Control Only To Cancel Audio DubbingTo Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing Card Images can be recorded to the TapeCopying on an S-VHS or a VHS Cassette Using the DV Cable for RecordingTo Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound Recorder PC Connection With DV Interface CableTo Stop Dubbing Using the Software with a Personal Computer Using USB DriverSoftware Installation For Windows Installing USB DriverConnecting the Personal Computer and Camcorder For Using Built-in SD Drive For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Finish installation by following the on-screen instructions Windows 98SE/Me UsersTo disconnect USB cable safely Double click the icon in task trayWindows XP/2000 Windows MeUsing as a Web Camera Installing WebCam Driver Click the WebCam DriverFor Windows XP users Set Camera or Playback USB Function WEB CameraSetting up the MSN Messenger Setting up the Windows MessengerClick Sign Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional Software Type in your Sign-in name and passwordGraphic display Other requirementsInstalling DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional Software After the completion of setup, click on FinishTo Use DV Studio 3.1E-SE Click DV Studio Click NextUsing the ArcSoft Software PV-GS15 Supplied Installation of ArcSoft SoftwareOperating environment For Windows PhotoBase 4 Windows, PhotoBase 2 MacIf you no longer need software or driver Uninstall To start ArcSoft Software For WindowsClick ArcSoft For Information on ArcSoft SoftwareSD Memory Card MultiMediaCard OptionalFiles recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card PV-GS15 Supplied, PV-GS12Misc Indications To Change the Counter Display Mode To Change the Display ModeInitializing the Modes To Display Date/Time IndicationConcerning the Power Supply Alarm SoundsInserting/Removing the Cassette Recording CheckSelf-timer Recording Recording with the Built-in LED Video LightQuick Start Zoom In/Out FunctionsManual Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Iris AdjustmentWind Noise Reduction Function Cinema FunctionPlaying Back Index Search FunctionsPlayback Zoom Function Playback Digital Effect FunctionsLock Setting Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital DubbingCreating a Title Adding a TitleAbout AC Adaptor CondensationBlinking in yellow Blinking in redOptimal Use of the Battery Video Head Clogging and CareBattery LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodCassette LCD MonitorBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Using the Reset button Explanation of Terms Digital Video SystemFocus Time CodeSpecifications Digital CamcorderCamcorder Accessory System Accessory # DescriptionCamcorder Accessory Order Form VisaRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Limited Warranty CoverageLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Customer Services Directory Accessory PurchasesCentralized Factory Servicenter Npcparts@panasonic.comNota Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoAdvertencia del FCC Inserción de un cassette Guía rápidaGrabación de una cinta Gire el dial de modo a Modo de reproducción de cinta Reproducción de una cintaPresione el botón Index Request for Service Notice Review Playback Sports ModeSurf & Snow Mode RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording CheckOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey