Panasonic PV-GS180 operating instructions Contents

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Before using
Quick Guide	10
Accessories	12
Parts identification and handling	12
Attaching the lens cap	14
The grip belt	14
Using the LCD monitor	15
Using the viewfinder	15
Power supply	16
Charging time and recordable time	17
Inserting/removing a cassette	17
Inserting/removing a card	18
Turning the Camcorder on	19
Selecting a mode	19
How to use the joystick	20
Switching the language	21
Using the menu screen	21
Setting date and time	22
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder	23
Using the remote control (optional)	23

Record mode
Check before recording	26
Recording on a tape	27
Recording still pictures on a card while
recording image onto a tape	28
Check the recording	28
Blank search function	28
Recording still pictures onto a card
(Photoshot)	29
Zoom in/out function	30
Recording yourself	31
Quick start	31
Backlight compensation function	32
MagicPix functions	32
Soft skin mode	33
Tele-macro function	33
Fade in/fade out function	33
Wind noise reduction function	34
Self-timer recording	34
Recording images for wide-screen TVs	34
Image stabilizer function	35
RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot	35
Recording in various situations
(Scene mode)	36
Recording in natural colors
(White balance)	37
Manual focus adjustment	38
Manual shutter speed/aperture
adjustment	38

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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