Record mode

Tele macro function

By focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. This Camcorder can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm (20 inches).

Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick right to select the tele-macro icon [ ].

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The [TELE MACRO ON] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder.

If the magnification is 10k or less, then it is automatically set to 10k.

ªTo cancel the tele macro function

Select the [ ] icon again.

The [TELE MACRO OFF] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder.

If a sharper focus cannot be achieved, adjust

the focus manually.

In the following cases, the tele macro function is

canceled.

The zoom magnification becomes lower than 10k.

The power is off or the mode dial is operated.

Fade in/fade out function

Fade in

The image and audio gradually appear.

Fade out

The image and audio gradually disappear. Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick left to select the fade icon [ ].

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The [FADE ON] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder.

3Press the recording start/stop button.

Start recording. (fade in)

When you start recording, the image/audio disappeared completely and the image/audio gradually appears.

Pause recording. (fade out)

The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops.

ªTo cancel fading

Select the [] icon again.

The [FADE OFF] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder.

ªTo select the color for fade in/fade out

The color which appears in fading pictures can be selected.

1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FADE COLOR] >> [WHITE] or [BLACK].

While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it takes several seconds to display the image when you start recording images. Besides, it also takes several seconds to pause recording.

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Panasonic PV-GS300 Tele macro function, Fade in/fade out function, To cancel the tele macro function, To cancel fading

PV-GS300 specifications

The Panasonic NV-GS300B and PV-GS300 camcorders are renowned models that cater to both amateur and semi-professional videographers seeking high-quality video capabilities. These camcorders stand out due to their advanced features, ergonomic design, and user-friendly interfaces, which make them ideal for capturing life's moments with clarity and precision.

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