Panasonic PV-GS33 manual

Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camcorder

Model No. PV-GS33

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly.

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.

Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

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Contents

Mini Things You Should Know Safety Precautions FCC Caution: Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible party: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Precautions U.S.A. CONSUMERS: ATTENTION: End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, WebCam Driver and DV STUDIO) Contents Quick Guide Page Page (22)Eyecup (23)Power LCD Button [POWER LCD] -17- Power LCD Lamp (32)DV Terminal [DV] (24)Cassette Holder (25)Cassette Compartment Cover ªRemote Controller (50)Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] (51)Indication Output Button [OSD] (52)Display Button [DISPLAY] (53)Reset Button [RESET] The Remote Controller Page The One-touchFree Style Grip Belt Attaching the Lens Cap Page Page Using the Menu Screen List of Menus [C.RESET] 5) [LCD/EVF] [LCD/EVF SET] [SELF REC] [EVF ON/AUTO] Setting Date and Time Internal Lithium Battery Recharge LP Mode Audio Recording Mode Page Page Quick Start Self-timerRecording Zoom In/Out Functions Page Page Page Cinema Recording Adjusting White Balance Manually Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Manual Focus Adjustment Digital Effect Functions Deleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures To Display the Multi-PicturesAgain To Delete Multi-PicturesOne by One ªPicture-in-PictureMode 1Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [P-IN-P] Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back Slow Motion Playback Still Playback/Still Advance Playback Page Playback Digital Effect Functions Page Editing Mode Audio Dubbing Copying on an S-VHS(or a VHS) Cassette Using the DV Cable for Recording PC Connection With DV Interface Cable With a PC (optional) Using the Software with a Computer Using USB Driver Using as a Web Camera To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the following conditions must be met ªInstalling WebCam Driver 1Turn on the personal computer and start up Windows 3Click [WebCam Driver] 4For Windows XP users: ªSetting up the Windows Messenger 1 Click [Click here to sign in] 2Select [.NET Messaging Service] and click [OK] 3Click [Next] when the [.NET Passport Wizard] dialog appears 5After the setup is completed, sign in and start the Windows Messenger Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE(Optional Software) Page Page Others Indications Initializing the Modes Warning/Alarm Indications Notes and Hints ªAlarm Sounds ªRecording Check ªQuick Start ªPhotoshot ªSelf-timerRecording ªMagicPix Functions ªWind Noise Reduction Function ªCinema Function ªProgram AE Sports Mode ªManual Iris Adjustment ªDigital Effect Functions Multi-PictureMode Picture-in-PictureMode Wipe Mode and Mix Mode Cautions for Use Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Camcorder ªAbout AC Adaptor ªCondensation Blinking in yellow: Blinking in red: ªVideo Head Clogging and Care Causes of Dirty Heads Using Mini-DVFormat Digital Video Head Cleaner 2Press the [1] Button, and approximately 20 seconds later, press the [∫] Button. (Do not rewind the tape.) Battery Cassette ªLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood LCD Monitor Lens Hood Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions) Explanation of Terms 5)Recording a fast-movingsubject 6)Recording a subject with little contrast ªTime Code ªMemory Stop Function Rewinding or fast-forwardinga tape to a desired position Page Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# Figure Description Camcorder Accessory Order Form Request for Service Notice proof of purchase Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Customer Services Directory Accessory Purchases http://www.pasc.panasonic.com npcparts@panasonic.com Product Repairs Index Page ªReproducción de una cinta Page Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Executive Office: Panasonic Company East: Panasonic Company Central: