Panasonic PV-GS16 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 Operating Instructions Things You Should Know Safety PrecautionsAbove markings are located on the appliance bottom cover FCC Note Telephone Number PANA7262FCC Caution Important Safeguards Precautions USE & LocationContents Playback Mode Editing ModeWith a PC OthersUsing the Viewfinder Quick GuideInserting a Cassette Inserting a CardRecording on a Tape Recording a Still Picture on Card PhotoshotPlaying Back a Tape Playing Back a CardStandard Accessories Controls and Components„ Remote Control Optional Audio-Video Output Jack AV OUT pp Headphone Jack PhonesViewfinder pp Connect this to the digital video equipmentRemote Control Optional Inserting the Button-type BatteryPower Supply „ Disconnecting the Power Source Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your handCharging Time and Available Recording Time To Use as a Grip BeltUsing a Memory Card Optional Attaching the Shoulder StrapInserting a Cassette Accidental Erasure PreventionUsing the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor Easy to Use Mode DialTurning on the Camcorder Using the Menu Screen List of Menus File Selection in the Picture Playback ModePress the / // Button and select a file 12bit Audio Setting the Lock p Setting Dpof pRapidFire Consecutive Photoshot p Picture Playback MenuSetting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery RechargeLP Mode Audio Recording ModeRecording Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode About RecordingRecording on a Tape To Check the RecordingRecording a Still Picture on a Card Photoshot Self-timer Recording „ To Cancel the Quick StartRecording Yourself Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light„ To Cancel the Digital Zoom Function Zoom In/Out FunctionsDigital Zoom Function Image Stabilizer FunctionFade In/Out Functions Backlight Compensation FunctionSoft-Skin Mode MagicPix FunctionWind Noise Reduction Function Cinema FunctionAdjusting White Balance Manually „ To Cancel the Program AE Function„ To Resume Automatic Adjustment Recording in Natural Colors White BalanceManual Shutter Speed Adjustment „ Range of Shutter Speed AdjustmentPress the Button 14 or Button To adjust the shutter speed About White Balance SensorManual Iris Adjustment F Number Manual Focus Adjustment„ Range of Iris Adjustment Digital Effect Functions„ To Cancel the Digital Effect Multi-Picture ModeDigital Effects 2 EFFECT2 „ To Select a Desired Digital EffectPicture-in-Picture Mode Wipe Mode and Mix ModeAdjusting the Sound Volume Playing Back a TapeFinding a Scene You Want to Play Back „ To Stop PlaybackSlow Motion Playback Optional Remote Control Only Still Playback/Still AdvanceVariable Speed Search Function „ To Resume Normal PlaybackIndex Search Functions Optional Remote Control Only Playback Zoom Function Optional Remote Control OnlyPhotoshot Index Search Scene Index SearchPlayback Digital Effect Functions Playing Back a Memory CardSlide Show Creating a TitleTo Select a Desired File and Playing Back „ To Pause the Slide ShowAdding a Title „ To Clear the Title DisplaySelect Recording and press the Enter Button Set Digital Title in onWriting Printing Data on a Card Dpof Setting Protecting the Files on a Card Lock Setting„ To Verify Dpof Setting Deleting the Files Recorded on a CardFormatting a Card Playing Back on Your TVTo Select and Delete All Files „ To Make the Indications Appear on the TV ScreenAudio Dubbing Optional Remote Control Only „ To Cancel Audio DubbingRecording from a Tape onto a Card Recording Pictures from a Card onto a TapeUsing the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing Copying on a VHS Cassette Dubbing„ To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound „ To Stop DubbingPC Connection With DV Interface Cable Using the Software with a Personal Computer Using USB DriverConnecting the Personal Computer Camcorder For Using Built-in SD Drive„ Windows 98SE Users Message MTDV98M3.pdr is not found is displayedTo disconnect USB cable safely Double click the icon in task trayWindows XP/2000 Windows MeUsing as a Web Camera Installing Video Stream Driver„ For Windows 98SE/Me Users WEB is displayed on the LCD Monitor of the CamcorderSetting up the MSN Messenger Setting up the Windows MessengerClick Sign Confirm the Panasonic DVC Web Camera Device 1 is selected If you no longer need software or driver UninstallScreens may vary with the type of the OS About the SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard About the compatibility of the card filesSD Memory Card Optional MultiMediaCardMisc Indications „ To Change the Counter Display Mode „ To Change the Display ModeInitializing the Modes „ To Display Date/Time Indication„ Concerning the Power Supply „ Alarm Sounds„ Inserting/Removing the Cassette „ Recording Check„ Self-timer Recording „ Quick Start„ Zoom In/Out Functions „ Zoom Microphone Function„ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment „ Manual Iris Adjustment„ Program AE „ White Balance„ Playing Back „ Index Search Functions„ Playback Zoom Function „ Playback Digital Effect Functions„ Lock Setting „ Using the DV Cable for Recording Digital Dubbing„ Playing Back on Your TV „ Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape„ Condensation „ About AC Adaptor„ Video Head Clogging and Care „ Optimal Use of the Battery „ Cautions for StorageBefore Requesting Service Problems and Solutions „ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens HoodBattery runs down quickly Battery cannot be chargedOriginal sound was erased when audio Is supplied to the CamcorderUsing the Reset button Explanation of Terms„ Digital Video System „ Focus„ Time Code „ Memory Stop FunctionSpecifications Digital CamcorderAccessory # Description Camcorder Accessory SystemPrice Camcorder Accessory Order Form VisaRequest for Service Notice Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyCentralized Factory Servicenter Customer Services DirectoryFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY Nota Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso RápidoAdvertencia del FCC Guía rápida Inserción de un cassetteInserción de una tarjeta de memoria Cómo utilizar el visorGrabación de una cinta Grabación de una imagen fija en tarjeta PhotoshotReproducción de una cinta Reproducción de una tarjeta de memoriaIndex One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey
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