Panasonic PV-GS180 If you no longer need driver Uninstall, Screens may vary with the type of OS

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With a PC

Note on the driver name displayed

The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of the Camcorder.

Some Operating Systems, may not show the icon indicating that you may safely disconnect in task tray. (OS may be set not to show.) Make sure Camcorder’s Card Access Lamp is off and disconnect the cable. Also, with Windows Me, the icon will not be displayed when in Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode.

CAUTION:

If you disconnect the USB cable while the Card Access Lamp is on, it may damage the Card data.

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.

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

When SD Memory Card is removed. When Camcorder power is turned OFF.

OFF ON

When Mode Dial is turned to change modes.

PC

If you no longer need driver (Uninstall)

The screens may vary with the type of OS.

1Select [start] (>> [Settings]) >>

[Control Panel], select the driver from [Add/ Remove Programs] to uninstall.

Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the OS. Please refer to the user manual of your OS.

Notes

Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Messenger® and DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Intel®, Pentium® and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation.

Apple and Mac OS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective corporations.

Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.

The names of the products you are using may differ from the names given in the text. Depending on the operating environment and other factors, the contents of the screens used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will see on your screen.

Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example, other languages are supported as well.

These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or define any terms. For this information, refer to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer.

Do not disconnect USB connection cable while the operation light of Camcorder is on. It may freeze the software or destroy the data in transfer.

We recommend using the AC adaptor as the power source for the Camcorder when connecting to the personal computer. Data may be lost If the battery power is lost while transferring data.

If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera while virus checking software is running, the Camcorder’s operation may stop midway

through. In this case, exit the Windows Messenger, reconnect the Camcorder and restart the Windows Messenger.

Do not delete the folders in Memory Card such as picture folder. Memory card may not be recognized if folders are deleted.

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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 tapeCamcorder AccessoriesParts identification and handling 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 fallInserting/removing a cassette When the cassette holder does not Come outCharging time and recordable time 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 recordingFade in/fade out function Soft skin modeTele-macro function Recording images for wide-screen TVs Self-timer recordingWind noise reduction function 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 To restore to automatic adjustment Manual focus adjustmentManual shutter speed/aperture adjustment Iris/gain value range Manual iris/gain adjustmentShutter speed 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 filesProtecting files on a card Writing the printing data on a card Dpof settingFormatting 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 Check before Use Using the Camcorder with a PCDriver Installation Connecting Computer Camcorder Using Built-in SD DriveSet the Camcorder to PC Mode InterfaceOperating environment Using as a Web cameraInstalling Video Stream Driver 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 clickScreens may vary with the type of OS If you no longer need driver Uninstall≥When Mode Dial is turned to change modes 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 MenuBasic DATE/TIME -60-PROTECT Card Recording MenuPicture Playback Menu Menus related to taking pictures Menus related to playbackInitial SET Demo ModeOther menus 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 cassette About the batteryAbout the AC adaptor 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