Panasonic PV-GS9 operating instructions Using as a Web Camera

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With a PC

(For Macintosh)

Removing the USB Cable safely for Macintosh

1Drop the [NO_NAME] icon which appeared when you connected the Camcorder with the USB Cable into the recycle bin, then disconnect the USB Cable.

If the above operation is not performed correctly, when data is copied from the personal computer to an SD Memory Card, the copied data may be damaged.

Even when the following operations are performed, the same results will occur as when the USB Cable is removed (above). Therefore, it is imperative that the above operation 1 is completed before proceeding.

When Camcorder power is turned OFF.

When SD Memory Card is removed.

Using as a Web Camera

If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to the other parties via the network.

Do not connect the USB Cable until the WebCam Driver is installed.

This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system. Please see chart below.

[Send]

 

[Receive]

[Software]

Windows XP

<--OK-->

Windows XP

Windows

Messenger

 

 

 

Windows XP

<--NG-->

Windows

 

98SE/Me/2000

 

Windows

<--OK-->

Windows

MSN

98SE/Me/2000

98SE/Me/2000

Messenger

Operating environment

OS:

IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled;

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (In this case of Windows XP, SP1 or later is needed.) Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

CPU:

Intel Pentium ll/Celeron 300 MHz or higher (including compatible CPU)

RAM:

32 MB or more (64 MB or more recommended)

(128 MB or more required for Windows XP)

Free hard disk space:

At least 250 MB or more

Ports:

USB Jack

To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the additional minimum requirements must be met. Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit or more)

Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more

Communication Speed:

56 kbps or faster is recommended.

Necessary software:

Windows Messenger 5.0 or later (Windows XP) MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000)

Other requirements (to send/receive audio):

Sound card

Speaker or headphones

To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the following conditions must be met.

To upgrade Windows XP to SP1, click [Start] >> [All Programs] >> [Windows Update]. (Requires Internet connection.)

You have direct dial-up connection capability to the Internet. Also, you and the other person(s) are in the same Network (LAN).

Install the Windows Messenger (Windows XP) or MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000). If you have a version older than 5.0, please download the latest version (5.0 or later) from the Microsoft Home Page:

http://www.microsoft.com/

http://www.msn.com/

(For download and installation instructions, please refer to Help on the Home Page.)

If you are connected to the Internet through a

firewall or a router, proper communication will not be possible.

The installer is available only in English but can be used on operating systems using other languages.

When DirectX9.0 is installed, applications supported by previous versions of DirectX may not run.

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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 TapeCamcorder Controls and Components Standard AccessoriesBefore Use 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 tripodInserting the Button-type Battery Remote Control PV-GS15 OnlyRemote Control PV-GS15 Only 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 PreventionTurning on the Camcorder Using a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15Easy to Use Mode Dial 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 Card Recording Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Picture Playback Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 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 PhotoshotRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording YourselfQuick Start 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 ColorsAbout White Balance Sensor Adjusting White Balance ManuallyTo Resume Automatic Adjustment Manual Focus Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris 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 SearchPlaying Back a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Remote Control OnlyPlayback Digital Effect Functions 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 DisplayTo Select and Delete All Files Formatting a Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15To Select and Delete Files or Titles 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 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 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 CameraClick Sign Setting up the Windows MessengerSetting up the MSN Messenger 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.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 Surf & Snow Mode Request for Service Notice Review PlaybackSports Mode RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording CheckOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey