Panasonic PV-GS180 operating instructions Usual operation WEB Camera mode Tape Playback Mode

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With a PC

ªConnecting the Camcorder to personal computer (For Use as a Web

Camera)

1Install the supplied Video Stream Driver on the provided CD-ROM.

2Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.

3Set [ADVANCE] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAM].

≥To send pictures recorded on a tape to another personal computer using Windows Messenger, set [BASIC] >>

[USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAM] on Tape Playback Mode before connecting the

Camcorder to your personal computer.

When you use the Camcorder as a Web camera in the Tape Playback Mode, the indication of the operation icon is different from the one in usual operation.

1

2

1In usual operation

2In the WEB CAMERA mode (Tape Playback

Mode)

≥Even if you move the joystick up/down/right/left ( , ∫, 5, 6), the selected direction on the operation icon is not lit in yellow.

≥The operation icon blinks on instead of appearing from the side of the screen when you press the center of the joy stick.

4Connect the Camcorder to a personal computer with the USB connection cable.

≥When the Camcorder and personal computer (with Windows 2000) are connected via USB cable, a message, such as the one below, is displayed. However, testing by the manufacturer has confirmed functionality of this Camcorder with Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.

5Start Windows Messenger (for Windows XP users) or MSN Messenger (for Windows 2000 users).

≥Click [start] >> [Programs] >>

[Windows Messenger] or [MSN Messenger].

≥When you use Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use Windows Messenger on Windows XP. When you use an operating system other than Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use MSN Messenger on an OS other than Windows XP.

≥If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status.

≥In the WEB CAMERA mode, video cannot be

recorded onto a tape or a card.

≥You cannot output the video input from the DV terminal to the display of the PC.

≥In the WEB CAMERA mode, the audio may be interrupted in the middle of communication depending on the communication environment or the performance of the personal computer.

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Contents Operating Instructions Things You Should Know AC AdaptorLSQT0973 Important Safety Instructions Precautions End User License Agreement for Video Stream Driver Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Article 8 Termination of LicenseContents Playback mode Edit modeWith a PC MenuQuick Guide How to turn off the power Recording on a tapeRecording still pictures onto a card Photoshot Playing back tapeParts identification and handling AccessoriesCamcorder Viewfinder -15 Tripod receptacleAdjust the belt length and the pad position Attaching the lens capGrip belt Shoulder strap fixtureUsing the LCD monitor Using the viewfinderAdjusting the field of view Extending the viewfinderPower supply Connecting to the AC outletRemoving the battery ≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fallCharging time and recordable time When the cassette holder does not Come outInserting/removing a cassette When the cassette holder cannot be Housed Inserting/removing a cardInserting/removing the cassette Accidental erasure preventionSelecting a mode Card access lampTurning the Camcorder on SD Memory CardHow to use the joystick Tape recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AutoCard recording mode AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to Auto Basic joystick operationsSwitching the language Using the menu screenSet Language English For each individual menu, please refer toSetting date and time Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder Using the remote control optionalAdjusting the brightness and color Level Remote controlInstall a button-type battery Remote control usable rangeSelecting the remote control mode Concerning the button-type batteryAbout auto mode Recording modeCheck before recording Basic Camcorder positioningOn-screen display in the tape recording mode Power SaveOFF When 5 minutes passes without Recording on a tape≥Set to Tape Recording Mode Check the recordingBlank search function Stopping a blank search midway ThroughOn-screen display in the card recording mode Recording still pictures onto a card PhotoshotTo record still pictures clearly Progressive PhotoshotZoom in/out function To cancel the quick start when OFF/ON switch is set to OFF Recording yourselfQuick start To use the zoom microphone functionTo cancel the MagicPix function Backlight compensation functionMagicPix functions To return to normal recordingTele-macro function Soft skin modeFade in/fade out function Wind noise reduction function Self-timer recordingRecording images for wide-screen TVs To cancel the image stabilizer function ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode Set Advance EIS onImage stabilizer function RapidFire Consecutive PhotoshotRecording in various situations Scene mode To cancel the scene mode functionRecording in natural colors White balance Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment Manual focus adjustmentTo restore to automatic adjustment Shutter speed range Manual iris/gain adjustmentIris/gain value range To adjust volume Settings on the audioPlaying back tape Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playbackPress the Play 1 button on the remote control Variable-speed search functionTo return to normal playback Frame-by-frame playbackPlayback on TV Playing back cardTo display the on-screen information On the TV Move the joystick down to select the icon to stop playbackDeleting files recorded on a card To display multiple playback filesAbout the compatibility of still pictures To delete all filesFormatting a card Writing the printing data on a card Dpof settingProtecting files on a card Edit mode Recording from a tape onto a cardCopying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR Dubbing ≥The image and sound are reproducedUsing the DV cable for Recording Digital Dubbing To cancel the standby for recording≥Set to Tape Playback Mode Audio dubbingBefore recording with audio dubbing To play back the sound recorded with Audio dubbingWhen you stop printing halfway Driver Installation Using the Camcorder with a PCCheck before Use Connecting Computer Camcorder Using Built-in SD DriveSet the Camcorder to PC Mode InterfaceInstalling Video Stream Driver Using as a Web cameraOperating environment Usual operation WEB Camera mode Tape Playback Mode ≥Click start Programs Windows Messenger or MSN MessengerSetting up Windows Messenger Setting up MSN MessengerClick Sign Type in your Sign-in name and password ≥Windows Messenger is activatedConnecting Computer and Camcorder DV Data Streaming FunctionConfirmation before connection ≥System Properties is displayedClick Update Driver To disconnect USB cable safelyIf a description other than Microsoft is displayed Double click≥When Mode Dial is turned to change modes If you no longer need driver UninstallScreens may vary with the type of OS About the SD Memory Card About the compatibility of the card FilesSD Memory Card Files recorded on a SD Memory CardMenu list Tape Recording MenuTape Playback Menu MenuPicture Playback Menu Card Recording MenuBasic DATE/TIME -60-PROTECT Menus related to taking pictures Menus related to playbackOther menus Demo ModeInitial SET Indications Basic indicationsRecording indications Playback indicationsConfirmatory indications Textual indicationsFunctions cannot be used simultaneously There is no ink. Check the connected printerThere is no paper. Check the connected printer Check the connected printerBefore requesting repair Problems and solutions Power/Body Camcorder power cannot be turned onCamcorder power is turned off Automatically Camcorder power does not stay on long enoughRemote control does not function Cassette cannot be removedNo operation other than cassette removal can be performed RecordingOriginal sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed Audio dubbing cannot be performedSounds cannot be played back Noise is heard from the right headphoneAbout condensation About dirty heads About the CamcorderMay be adversely affected While carrying the Camcorder, do not drop or bump itAbout the AC adaptor About the batteryAbout the cassette About the card Folder structure of the cardLCD monitor/Viewfinder Periodical check-upsExplanation of terms Automatic white balanceWhite balance Auto focusSpecifications Http//panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/csPicture Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# DescriptionCamcorder Accessory Order Form For USA Customers AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-1030 AM SAT, Pacific TimeRequest for Service Notice Request for Service Notice USA OnlyLimited Warranty For USA Customers Panasonic Video ProductsCustomer Services Directory Accessory PurchasesCentralized Factory Servicenter Npcparts@us.panasonic.comWarranty For Canadian Customers Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3Camcorder Product One 1 year, parts and labour For Product Operation ASSISTANCE, please contactIndex NumericsSpanish Quick Use Guide Guía española para el uso rápido Cómo apagar la alimentación Grabación en una cintaGrabación de imágenes fijas en una Tarjeta Photoshot Reproducción de la cintaF1005Nm2026 3000 D
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