Using the Battery

Before use, fully charge the Battery.
We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. We cannot guarantee the quality of this Camcorder when batteries from other companies are used.
Selecting Remote Control Modes When 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Control Modes.
If the Remote Control Mode of the Camcorder and that of the Remote Control do not match, [CHECK REMOTE MODE (REMOTE)] Indication is displayed.
Setup on the Camcorder: Set [REMOTE] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Control Mode. (p. 21)
Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor. The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp light up, and charging starts. When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed. When the battery is completely discharged, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks at rst, but the battery is charged normally. When the temperature of the battery is too high or low, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual. The times shown in the table are for continuous recording at a temperature of 68 F (25 C) and humidity of 60 %. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer. The available recording time becomes shorter if you use both of Viewnder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when rotating the LCD Monitor forward to record yourself or setting [EVF ON/AUTO] to [ON].
How to remove the Sensor tag
1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.
2 Remove the Sensor tag. Then, replace the Grip Belt. Disconnecting the Power Source Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 44 to [OFF], and while sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] Switch 48 , remove the Battery downward or DC Cable.
When attaching or removing Battery, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and make sure the [POWER] Lamp is not lit.

The Grip Belt

To Use as a Grip Belt
Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand.

For other notes concerning this item, see page 61.
Charging Time and Available Recording Time

CGR-D08R CGR-D14

A B A B
1h 2 h 10 min. (1 h 45 min.) 1 h 30 min. 3 h (2 h 25 min.)
2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand.
A Charging Time B Maximum Continuous Recording Time
1 h 30 min. indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes. Battery CGR-D08R (PV-GS9/PV-GS12/PV-GS14) or CGR-D14 (PV-GS15) is supplied. The times shown in the table are approximate times. The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewnder is used. The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is used. In actual use, the available recording time may be shorter.
3 Reattach the Grip Belt.
Re-attaching the Lens Cap
To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. The Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord come preattached to the Grip Belt.
Pull it out more than 1 inch (2 cm) 1 from the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off.
1 Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Lens Cap. Then pass the Lens Cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight.
Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way.

Inserting a Cassette

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever 37 toward the front and pull down to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover.
When not using the Lens Cap, pull the Lens Cap Cord in the direction of the arrow. 1 When you are not recording, be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection. 2
3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark 1.
When you remove the Lens Cap, press the knobs rmly.
4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark 2.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Camcorder.
1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Camcorder.
Accidental Erasure Prevention
Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 on the cassette (by sliding it to the [SAVE] arrow direction) prevents recording. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow direction).
2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap, run it through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster, and pull it.
Using a Memory Card (For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
A Card can be used to record still pictures.
Use a genuine SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic only.

Turning on the Camcorder

Turn on the power rst and then select modes.

How to Turn on the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 44 to [ON] while pressing the button 1.
The [POWER] Lamp 41 lights up.
Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure to turn off the Camcorder.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [50X] or [800X].
1 For wide-angle shots (zoom out): Push the [W/T] Lever 26 towards [W]. For close-ups (zoom in): Push the [W/T] Lever towards [T].
50X : Digital zooming to 50X 800X : Digital zooming to 800X
2 Push the [W/T] Lever 26 towards [W] or towards [T] to zoom in or out.

Fade In/Out Functions

Fade In
Fade In brings out images and sounds gradually from a black screen at the beginning of a scene.
To Cancel the Digital Zoom Function Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [OFF].
1 Keep pressing the [FADE] Button 16 during the Recording Pause Mode.
Image Stabilizer Function
If the Camcorder is shaken while recording, the camera shake in the image can be corrected. If the Camcorder shakes too much, the images may not be stabilized.
1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [EIS] >> [ON].
The image fades out gradually.
2 When the image is completely gone, press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 to start recording.
The [EIS] Indication appears.
3 Release the [FADE] Button 16 about 3 seconds after recording starts.
The image reappears gradually.
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 or [PHOTO SHOT] Button 36 to start recording.

Fade Out

Fade Out causes images and sounds to disappear gradually, leaving a black screen at the end of a scene.
To Cancel Image Stabilizer Function Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [EIS] >> [OFF].
1 Keep pressing the [FADE] Button 16 while recording.
2 When the image is completely gone, press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 to stop recording.

Soft-Skin Mode

This enables you to record skin colors in a softer tone. In order to get the best result, avoid background colors similar to the skin color of the subject. Otherwise, this may result in a softer background lacking in detail.
1 Press the [SOFT SKIN] Button 9.
3 Release the [FADE] Button 16.
The still picture cannot fade in or fade out.
Backlight Compensation Function
This prevents the subject from being recorded too darkly when backlit. (Backlight is the light that shines from behind the subject being recorded.)
The [ SOFT SKIN ] Indication appears.
1 Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button 10.
To obtain the best effect, we recommend to take a bust shot, so that the upper part from the breast of the subject can be framed in the screen.

The [MNL] Indication appears.
2 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15) >> [CAMERA] >> [PROG.AE] >> a desired mode ([ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ]).
The Indication of the selected Mode appears.
2 Press the [ENTER] Button 15.
The [AWB] Indication appears.
3 Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 to select a desired White Balance Mode.
1) Automatic White Balance Adjustment [AWB] 2) The white balance setting that was previously ] set manually [ 3) Outdoor Mode [ ] 4) Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent ] lamp) [ To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 until the [AWB] Indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].
About White Balance Sensor
The White Balance Sensor 31 determines the nature of the light source during recording.
Adjusting White Balance Manually
White Balance Adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so that white will appear pure white. The Camcorder determines the hue of light that comes through the Lens and White Balance Sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This function is called Automatic White Balance Adjustment. For light outside the functional Auto White Balance Adjustment range, use the Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode.
Do not cover the White Balance Sensor with your hand during recording because White Balance will not function normally.
Outside of the effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. In this case, adjust the White Balance.
1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10)
3 Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 until the [ ] Indication is displayed.
4 Point the Camcorder at a full-screen white subject. 5 Keep pressing [ENTER] Button 15 until the [ ] Indication stops ashing. To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 until the [AWB] Indication is displayed. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].
The effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment on this Camcorder Blue sky Cloudy sky (rain) TV screen Sunlight White uorescent lamp Halogen light bulb Incandescent light bulb Sunrise or sunset Candlelight
Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment
Useful for recording fast-moving subjects.
3 Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ 17 to adjust the iris. Range of Iris Adjustment

] Button

CLOSE (Closed), F16,., F2.0, OP (Opened) + 0dB,., OP + 18dB When a value closer to [CLOSE] is selected, the image becomes darker. When a value closer to [OP + 18dB] is selected, the image becomes brighter. The value to which + dB is attached indicates a Gain-up value. If this value is too large, the quality of the image deteriorates.

2 Press the [

] Button 69.
The playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode.
3 Press the [ ] Button or [ the Remote Control.

] Button 57 on

To Resume Normal Playback Press the [] Button 15.
During Cue or Review Playback, fast-moving images may show mosaic-like patterns. The sound is muted during search.
With each press of the [ ] Button, still pictures advance in the reverse direction. With each press of the [ ] Button, still pictures advances in the forward direction. If one of the buttons continues to be pressed, still pictures advance continuously 1 frame at a time until the button is released.
Slow Motion Playback (Remote Control Only)
This feature is only available with Remote Control. However it is not supplied for models PV-GS9/ PV-GS12/PV-GS14. If you would like to order, the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts. Please refer to page 74. This Camcorder can play back at a slow speed.

Playback with Zoom Lever

By pushing the [W/T] Lever 26 of the Camcorder in the Still Playback Mode, still pictures can be advanced one frame at a time in the forward or backward direction. If you keep pushing the Lever, still pictures advance continuously.
1 Press the [] Button 72. ] Button or [ 2 Press the [ the Remote Control.

The [ ] or [

If the Camcorder is left in the Still Playback Mode for more than 5 minutes, the Camcorder switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear.
] Button is pressed, Slow Motion When the [ Playback proceeds in the reverse direction. ] Button is pressed, Slow Motion When the [ Playback proceeds in the forward direction.
Index Search Functions (Remote Control Only)
This feature is only available with Remote Control. However it is not supplied for models PV-GS9/ PV-GS12/PV-GS14. If you would like to order, the parts number is LSSQ0411 as a replacement parts. Please refer to page 74. To facilitate searching for desired scenes, this Camcorder automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the following.

A Multi Title Screen is displayed.

File Name 1

4 Press the [ / / / ] Button to select a desired title. 4 Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 to select the number of pictures to be printed, and press the [ENTER] Button 15.
[ ] Indication 2 is displayed in the picture set. (p. 60)
The selected title is marked with a frame.
5 Press the [MULTI] Button 20.
The selected title is displayed. Recording and Photoshot Recording can be made with pictures that have titles.
5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 and press the [MENU] Button 19 when the setup is completed. To Verify DPOF Setting Select [VERIFY] in Step 2. The pictures for which 1 or more print is set in DPOF are played back continuously.
For other notes concerning this item, see page 65.
To Clear the Title Display Set [DIGITAL] >> [TITLE IN] >> [OFF]. Or, press the [TITLE] Button 66 on the Remote Control.
Protecting the Files on a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

(Lock Setting)

Precious les recorded on a Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure. (Even if les are locked, the les will be deleted if the Card is formatted.)
Writing Printing Data on a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

(DPOF Setting)

DPOF Setting Printing data (DPOF Settings), such as the number of images to be printed, can be written to the Card. DPOF means Digital Print Order Format.
1 Set [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [EDITING] >> [FILE LOCK] >> [YES].
2 Set [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [EDITING] >> [DPOF SET] >> [YES] >> [VARIABLE].
2 Select the le to be locked, and press the [ENTER] Button 15.
The selected le is locked and the [ ] Indication 1 appears. Repeat this procedure to lock 2 or more les. Press the [ENTER] Button 15 again to cancel. The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch. (p. 65) For other notes concerning this item, see page 65.
When all images are not printed, select [ALL 0].
3 Select a desired picture and press the [ENTER] Button 15.
The selected picture is marked with a frame. The number of prints set by DPOF 1 is displayed.
Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
Using the Camcorder, you can delete the les recorded on a Card. After the le is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Formatting a Card (For PV-GS12/ PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
If a Card becomes unreadable by the Camcorder, format it for reuse. Formatting erases all the data recorded on a Card.

To Select and Delete Files or Titles 1 Set [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [DELETE] >> [FILE BY SEL] >> [YES].
1 Set [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [EDITING] >> [CARD FORMAT] >> [YES].
To erase a title in [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU], select [TITLE BY SEL].
A conrmation message appears, select [YES] and formatting will be carried out.
2 Select the le you wish to delete and press the [ENTER] Button 15.
The selected picture is marked with a frame. To erase 2 les or more, repeat this step. When the formatting is completed, the screen becomes white. It may not be able to use the Card formatted by this Camcorder on another unit. In this case, format the Card on the unit which will use the Card. Make sure that valuable pictures are stored on your PC before proceeding. A Card formatted on other equipment (e.g. PC) might be unusable or it might take more time for recording. We recommend that you use this equipment to format the Card.
A verication message appears.
4 Select [YES] and press the [ENTER] Button 15.
The selected le is deleted from the Card. If [NO] is selected, the le selection is canceled.
To Select and Delete All Files 1 Set [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [DELETE] >> [ALL FILES] >> [YES].
2 Select [YES] and press the [ENTER] Button 15.
All les of Picture Playback Mode are erased. A locked le cannot be erased. If there are many les on a card, it may take longer to delete les.

Playing Back on Your TV

By connecting your Camcorder with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. Before connecting them, turn off the power of both the Camcorder and TV.
1 Connect the [AV OUT] Jack of the Camcorder and the Video and Audio Input Jacks of the TV.

[S-VIDEO IN]

[VIDEO IN] [AUDIO IN] 2 1

(For PV-GS14/ PV-GS15)

Connect to the TV with the AV Cable 1. If the TV has an S-Video Jack, connect the S-Video Cable (not supplied) 2 , too (For PV-GS14/PV-GS15). When plugging the pin plug of the AV cable into the [AV OUT] Jack, plug it in as far as it goes.
To Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen Press the [OSD] Button 51 on the Remote Control.

Enter C:\Windows\system for Windows 98SE. Enter C:\Windows\options\CABS for Windows Me. If the kstvtune.ax le is missing in one of the 2 above-mentioned folders, insert the OS CD-ROM and assign the path.
3 Connect the Camcorder to your personal computer with USB Cable.
2) The message The le ksclockf.ax on [Unknown] cannot be found. is displayed.
Enter C:\Windows\system. If the ksclockf.ax le is missing in the above mentioned folder, insert the OS CD-ROM and assign the path.
It enters PC Connecting Mode.
4 Open [My Computer] and click [Removable Disk] 1 (For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users). Click [Open folder to view les using Windows Explorer] 2 and then [OK] (For Windows XP users).
3) The message MTDV98M3.pdr is not found is displayed.
Enter C:\Windows\system\IOSUBSYS.
4) The message MTDV98M3.sys is not found is displayed.
Enter C:\Windows\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS. You may click [Browse] to look for and assign the path.
[Windows 98SE/Me/2000] [Windows XP]
To disconnect USB cable safely
If USB Cable is disconnected while computer is on, error dialog may appear. In such case click [OK] and close the dialog box. By following the steps below you can disconnect the cable safely.

1 Double click the

You can view images stored on the Memory Card and also save them to your hard disk. Please do not change le or folder names on the Personal Computer. The images on the Memory Card may not be able to be viewed on the Camcorder.

icon in task tray.

Hardware disconnect dialog appears.

(For Macintosh)

Mac OS X v 10.1 X v 10.2
2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] 1 and click [Stop]. 3 Verify [Matshita DVC USB Device] is selected and click [OK].
iMac, iBook or Power Book G4, Power Mac G4 or Power Mac G5

64 MB or more

You can safely disconnect the cable.
Note on the driver name 1 displayed
The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of the Camcorder.
Windows XP/2000: 3 Connect the Camcorder to your Macintosh with USB Cable.
When the Camcorder is in Tape Recording mode or Tape Playback Mode: [Panasonic DVC USB-SERIAL Driver for WinXXXX (COM X)] (The numeral designation after Win will differ depending on the OS. The numeral after COM will differ depending on the operating environment of your personal computer.) When the Camcorder is in PC Mode: [USB Mass Storage Device] or [Panasonic DV DISK Port Driver]
Windows Me: 4 Double click the NO_NAME icon.
You can view images stored on the Memory Card and also save them to your hard disk. Please do not change le or folder names on the Personal Computer. The images on the Memory Card may not be able to be viewed on the Camcorder. When the Camcorder is in PC Mode: [USB Disk] Some OS, such as Windows 98SE, may not show the icon indicating that you may safely disconnect in task tray. (OS may be set not to 1 show) Make sure Camcorders 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.
With a PC (For Macintosh) Removing the USB Cable safely for Macintosh Operating environment
IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with preinstalled; Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (In this case of Windows XP, SP1 or later is needed.) Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Microsoft Windows Me (Millennium Edition) Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
1 Drop the [NO_NAME] icon which appeared
when you connected the Camcorder with the USB Cable into the recycle bin, then disconnect the USB Cable. 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. Even when the following operations are performed, the same results will occur as when the USB Cable is removed (above). Therefore, it is imperative that the above operation 1 is completed before proceeding. When Camcorder power is turned OFF.

At least 250 MB or more

To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the additional minimum requirements must be met. Graphic display:
High Color (16 bit or more) Desktop resolution of 800 x 600 pixels or more

Communication Speed:

56 kbps or faster is recommended.

Necessary software:

When SD Memory Card is removed. Windows Messenger 5.0 or later (Windows XP) MSN Messenger (Windows 98SE/Me/2000)
Other requirements (to send/receive audio):
Sound card Speaker or headphones
To use the Camcorder as a Web Camera, the following conditions must be met.

Using as a Web Camera

If the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to the other parties via the network. Do not connect the USB Cable until the WebCam Driver is installed. This feature can be used only if both parties are using the same operating system. Please see chart below. [Send] Windows XP Windows XP [Receive] <--OK--> Windows XP <--NG--> [Software] Windows Messenger
Windows 98SE/Me/2000 Windows Windows MSN <--OK--> 98SE/Me/2000 98SE/Me/2000 Messenger

If a short-cut icon has been created on the desktop during installation, it is also possible to start by double-clicking on the icon. For other information about DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE Software, please refer to Help. Pentium ll-based PC or equivalent ( 1 ) Pentium-based PC or equivalent ( 2 ) (Pentium II 300 MHz or higher recommended)

Graphic display:

Using the ArcSoft Software (PV-GS15: Supplied)
There are 2 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package.
1 PhotoBase 4 (Windows), PhotoBase 2 (Mac)
64 MB or more (128 MB or more recommended)

At least 625 MB

Mac OS 9 X
Create albums of image, video, audio, and other electronic les for easy viewing, retrieval, and management.
2 PhotoImpression 4 (Windows, Mac)
64 MB or more (128 MB or more is recommended)
At least 300 MB This instruction manual describes only the procedures for installation, connection and startup. Please read the Help messages of your software for how to use the ArcSoft Software.
Easy-to-use photo editing program to edit, enhance, retouch or add special effects to any image. Also offers creative solutions for making greeting cards and calendars.
Installation of ArcSoft Software (For Windows)
3 Click [ArcSoft]. 4 Select the desired language on the [Choose Setup Language] dialog, and click [OK]. 5 Double click [PhotoBase] or [PhotoImpression] folder. 6 Double click [English] or [French] folder. 7 Double click [PhotoBase Installer] or [PhotoImpression Installer].

Installation begins.

Installation begins. After reading the displayed contents, please carry out the installation according to instructions. If a language other than the OS language is selected, the characters may not be presented correctly.
8 Follow the instructions on the computer screen until the installation is complete.
To start ArcSoft Software (For Windows)
1 Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [ArcSoft Software Suite] >> [PhotoBase 4] or [PhotoImpression 4].
For other information about ArcSoft Software, please refer to Help.
5 When the component selection screen is displayed, check the software to be installed and click [Next].
6 After the completion of setup, click on [Finish].
1 Double-click the [PhotoImpression] or [PhotoBase] icon on the desktop.
For Information on ArcSoft Software: TEL: 1-510-440-9901 Web Site: www.arcsoft.com
Installation will be completed.
1 Turn on computer and start up Macintosh. 2 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Double click the Panasonic icon.
If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall)
The screens may vary with the type of the OS.

Watch for Condensation even before the Condensation Indication is displayed.
The condensation indication may not appear depending on circumstances. When condensation occurs on the lens or the Camcorder, it also may occur on the head and the tape. Do not open the Cassette Compartment Cover.
Optimal Use of the Battery

Battery Characteristics

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment, the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protective function may operate, and the Battery may become unusable for a while.

When the Lens Is Fogged:

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and leave the Camcorder in this condition for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally.
Video Head Clogging and Care
If the heads (the parts that make contact with the tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty, recording performance deteriorates, and, in the worst case, the Camcorder cannot record at all.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the Camcorder. (If it is left attached to the Camcorder, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Camcorder power is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Camcorder for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The Battery may become unusable after it is charged.

Causes of Dirty Heads

Large quantity of dust in the air High-temperature and high-humidity environment Damaged tape Long operating hours
Disposing of an Unusable Battery
The Battery has a limited life. Do not throw the Battery into re because it may cause an explosion.
Using Panasonic cleanig cassette (AY-DVMCLA) 1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Camcorder in the same manner as a Video Cassette. 2 Press the [] Button, and approximately 20 seconds later, press the [ ] Button. (Do not rewind the tape.) 3 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video Cassette and start recording. Then, play the tape back to check the recorded image.
Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean
Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or other substances. If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if the Battery body and terminals are deformed. Attaching a deformed Battery to the Camcorder or AC Adaptor may damage the Camcorder or AC Adaptor.

Photoshot Playback images do not look normal.
The picture may be damaged. In order to prevent the loss of image data, backing up on a Cassette or a personal computer is recommended. (pp. 44, 48)
Playback (Pictures) Playback (Sound)
Playback picture is not clear.
Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. (p. 67)
Playing back or recording do not function, the screen has frozen or the indication has disappeared.
Turn the Camcorder off. If the Camcorder is not turned off after operating the [OFF/ON] switch, press the [RESET] Button (p. 12) rst. And detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then reattach it.
During Playback the [UNPLAYABLE CARD] Indication is displayed.
The image was either recorded in a different format, or data is damaged.
Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be used.
Either the Camcorder or the Card may be damaged. Please consult a dealer.
The Camcorder clatters when shaking it.
It is a sound of the lens moving, not a malfunction.
Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the Camcorder or the headphones.
Is the volume too low? During playback, push the [W/T] Lever to display the [VOLUME] Indication and adjust the volume. (p. 35)
When the USB Cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on PC.
To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the [ ] icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen. (p. 49)
Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.
[12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] has been set to [MIX]. As a result, the original sound and sound that was recorded by audio dubbing are played back together. It is possible to reproduce the sounds separately. (p. 44)

Using the RESET button

1 Open the LCD Monitor. (p. 19) 2 Undo Grip Belt end 1 and pull Lens Cap Cord 2 downward to loosen Grip Belt.
The original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed.
If you perform audio dubbing on a recording made in [16bit] Mode, the original sound will be erased. If you wish to preserve the original sound, be sure to select [12bit] Mode at the time of recording.
3 Use projection 3 on the Lens Cap to press the [RESET] Button 4.
Sounds cannot be played back.
Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is being played, is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] set to [ST2]? To play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing, [12bit AUDIO] must be set to [ST1]. (p. 44) Is the Variable Speed Search Function working? Press the [] Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function. (p. 36)

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HOW TO CLAIM YOUR $30 REBATE:
1. To receive your $30 Rebate, purchase a select Panasonic PV-GS12, PV-GS14 or PV-GS15 camcorder from September 5, 2004 through January 1, 2005. 2. Return this completed form, including the serial number label, along with a copy of your cash register receipt with the purchase price circled. IMPORTANT: You must cut out and include the original label from the carton, which includes the UPC code, model number and serial number, or your claim cannot be processed. 3. Only handwritten responses will be accepted. No stickers or preprinted address labels. Product must be new and unused. 4. Offer valid for purchase made from September 5, 2004 through January 1, 2005. All claims must be postmarked within one month of purchase. 5. This offer is only available to the end user and original purchaser. No claims from re-sellers, dealers/distributors, their employees or warehouse facilities, groups, clubs or organizations will be accepted or acknowledged. No P.O. boxes except military APO/FPO (Air/Army Post Office or Fleet Post Office) addresses. 6. Limit one rebate per person, address or household; may not be combined with any other offer or rebate. It is illegal to submit multiple requests for the same individual or family. Fraudulent submissions of multiple requests could result in Federal prosecution under the U.S. Mail Fraud Statutes (18 USC, Sections 1341 and 1342). 7. Offer void where taxed, prohibited or restricted by law. Offer good only a) on purchases in the fifty states of the United States and D.C. and b) to current U.S. residents only. Exception for U.S. military personnel overseas. 8. Matsushita Electric Corporation of America (Panasonic) is not responsible for late, lost or misdirected mail. 9. Claim forms postmarked more than one month after purchase will not be honored. 10. Panasonic $30 Rebate checks are ordinarily delivered within 814 weeks. Rebate checks are void if not cashed within 90 days of issuance and cannot be reissued. 11. Panasonic reserves the right to audit any claims and to nullify any claims that cannot be substantiated. Panasonic reserves the right to amend the rules of the program or cancel this promotion without prior notice. Questions regarding this promotion? Visit www.acbrebate.com/Panasonic or call 866-311-1742.
Purchase a Panasonic PV-GS12, PV-GS14 or PV-GS15 Camcorder and receive by mail a $30 rebate.
Please print legibly and complete all information. No P.O. boxes except military APO/FPO.
Name Address (No P.O. Boxes) City Store Name, City, State, Zip Phone Number Date Purchased Signature Email Address State Zip
Please indicate model purchased:

PV-GS12

DI049922

PV-GS14

PV-GS15
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Valid for the purchase of a Panasonic PV-GS12, PV-GS14, or PV-GS15 Camcorder from 9/5/04 through 1/01/05. Please ask a sales representative for more coupons.