Panasonic PV-GS9 Using the ArcSoft Software PV-GS15 Supplied, Operating environment For Windows

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With a PC

4Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3] >> [DV Studio3].

•If a short-cut icon has been created on the desktop during installation, it is also possible to start by double-clicking on the icon.

•For other information about DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE Software, please refer to Help.

Using the ArcSoft Software (PV-GS15: Supplied)

There are 2 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package.

1PhotoBase 4 (Windows), PhotoBase 2 (Mac)

•Create albums of image, video, audio, and other electronic ﬁles for easy viewing, retrieval, and management.

2PhotoImpression 4 (Windows, Mac)

•Easy-to-use photo editing program to edit, enhance, retouch or add special effects to any image. Also offers creative solutions for making greeting cards and calendars.

Operating environment (For Windows)

OS:

IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with pre-installed;

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

CPU:

Pentium ll-based PC or equivalent ( 1 ) Pentium-based PC or equivalent ( 2 ) (Pentium II 300 MHz or higher recommended)

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit or more)

Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more

RAM:

64 MB or more (128 MB or more recommended)

Free hard disk space:

At least 625 MB

Other requirements:

Mouse

(For Macintosh)

OS:

Mac OS 9 – X

CPU:

iMac, iBook or Power Book G4, Power Mac G4 or Power Mac G5

Graphic display:

High Color (16 bit or more)

Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more

RAM:

64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended)

Free hard disk space:

At least 300 MB

•This instruction manual describes only the procedures for installation, connection and startup. Please read the Help messages of your software for how to use the ArcSoft Software.

Installation of ArcSoft Software

(For Windows)

1Turn on the personal computer and start up Windows.

2Insert the CD-ROM into the personal computer’s CD-ROM drive.

•Quit all applications.

•The [Setup Menu] Screen appears.

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Contents PV-GS15 Shown PV-GS15Above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover Things You Should KnowFCC Note Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model NoAddress Telephone Number PANA7262Important Safeguards Precautions Page Jack CardLens YesContents Customer Services Directory Using the Software with a Personal Computer..47Using USB Driver Using as a Web CameraRecording on a Tape Quick GuideInserting a Cassette Inserting a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Playing Back a Tape Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback ModeSet the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode Start Playback Recording a Still Picture on Tape PV-GS9 OnlyBefore Use Controls and Components Standard AccessoriesCamcorder Used for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripod Audio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Headphone Jack PhonesViewﬁnder pp Connect this to the digital video equipmentRemote Control PV-GS15 Only Remote Control PV-GS15 OnlyInserting the Button-type Battery Using the Battery Power SupplyUsing the Remote Control PV-GS15 Only Using the AC AdaptorGrip Belt How to remove the Sensor tagDisconnecting the Power Source Charging Time and Available Recording TimeAccidental Erasure Prevention Re-attaching the Lens CapInserting a Cassette Attaching the Shoulder StrapEasy to Use Mode Dial Using a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15Turning on the Camcorder Using the LCD Monitor Using the Viewﬁnder/LCD MonitorUsing the Menu Screen Using the ViewﬁnderTo Exit the Menu Screen About the Menu Mode SettingList of Menus To Return to the Previous Screen12bit Audio LCD/EVFPicture Playback Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Card Recording Menu For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15Card Audio Recording Mode Setting Date and TimeInternal Lithium Battery Recharge LP ModeFinding the End of Recording About RecordingRecording on a Tape To Check the RecordingContinuous Photoshot Recording a Still Picture on a Tape PV-GS9 OnlyDigital Still Picture Progressive PhotoshotQuick Start Recording YourselfRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot To Take Close-up Shots of Small Subjects Self-timer RecordingZoom In/Out Functions Digital Zoom FunctionFade In/Out Functions To Cancel the Digital Zoom FunctionTo Cancel Image Stabilizer Function Image Stabilizer FunctionWind Noise Reduction Function Soft-Skin ModeBacklight Compensation Function MagicPix FunctionRecording in Natural Colors To Cancel the Cinema FunctionTo Cancel the Program AE Function Recording in Special SituationsTo Resume Automatic Adjustment Adjusting White Balance ManuallyAbout White Balance Sensor Manual Iris Adjustment Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Focus Adjustment Digital Effect Functions Multi-Picture ModeTo Display the Multi-Pictures Again Picture-in-Picture ModeWipe Mode and Mix Mode Deleting All the Captured Multi-PicturesCue/Review Playback Adjusting the Sound VolumePlaying Back a Tape Finding a Scene You Want to Play BackPlayback with Zoom Lever Slow Motion Playback Remote Control OnlyStill Playback/Still Advance Playback Variable Speed Search FunctionScene Index Search Index Search Functions Remote Control OnlyPlayback Zoom Function Remote Control Only Photoshot Index SearchPlayback Digital Effect Functions Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Remote Control OnlyPlaying Back a Memory Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15 To Stop the Slide Show Slide Show For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15To Select a Desired File and Playing Back To Pause the Slide ShowSet Digital Title in on Creating a Title For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15Adding a Title For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15 Select Recording and press the Enter ButtonTo Clear the Title Display To Verify Dpof SettingWriting Printing Data on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Protecting the Files on a Card For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15To Select and Delete Files or Titles Formatting a Card For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15To Select and Delete All Files To Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Playing Back on Your TVCard Images can be recorded to the Tape Audio Dubbing Remote Control OnlyTo Cancel Audio Dubbing To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio DubbingCopying 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 Installing USB Driver Using the Software with a Personal ComputerUsing USB Driver Software Installation For WindowsWindows 98SE/Me Users Connecting the Personal Computer and CamcorderFor Using Built-in SD Drive For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 Finish installation by following the on-screen instructionsWindows Me To disconnect USB cable safelyDouble click the icon in task tray Windows XP/2000Using as a Web Camera Set Camera or Playback USB Function WEB Camera Installing WebCam DriverClick the WebCam Driver For Windows XP usersSetting up the MSN Messenger Setting up the Windows MessengerClick Sign Other requirements Using the DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareType in your Sign-in name and password Graphic displayClick DV Studio Click Next Installing DV Studio 3.1E-SE Optional SoftwareAfter the completion of setup, click on Finish To Use DV Studio 3.1E-SEPhotoBase 4 Windows, PhotoBase 2 Mac Using the ArcSoft Software PV-GS15 SuppliedInstallation of ArcSoft Software Operating environment For WindowsFor Information on ArcSoft Software If you no longer need software or driver UninstallTo start ArcSoft Software For Windows Click ArcSoftSD Memory Card PV-GS15 Supplied, PV-GS12 SD Memory CardMultiMediaCard Optional Files recorded on a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCardMisc Indications To Display Date/Time Indication To Change the Counter Display ModeTo Change the Display Mode Initializing the ModesRecording Check Concerning the Power SupplyAlarm Sounds Inserting/Removing the CassetteZoom In/Out Functions Self-timer RecordingRecording with the Built-in LED Video Light Quick StartCinema Function Manual Shutter Speed AdjustmentManual Iris Adjustment Wind Noise Reduction FunctionPlayback Digital Effect Functions Playing BackIndex Search Functions Playback Zoom FunctionAdding a Title Lock SettingUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Creating a TitleBlinking in red About AC AdaptorCondensation Blinking in yellowVideo Head Clogging and Care Optimal Use of the BatteryLCD Monitor BatteryLCD Monitor/Viewﬁnder/Lens Hood CassetteBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions Using the Reset button Time Code Explanation of TermsDigital Video System FocusDigital Camcorder SpeciﬁcationsAccessory # Description Camcorder Accessory SystemVisa Camcorder Accessory Order FormRequest for Service Notice Limited Warranty Coverage Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Npcparts@panasonic.com Customer Services DirectoryAccessory Purchases Centralized Factory ServicenterNota 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 RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Recording Check Request for Service Notice Review PlaybackSports Mode Surf & Snow ModeOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey