Important Safeguards

1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning. 6. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous. 7. Water and Moisture Do not use this video unit near water for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 8. Accessories Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturers instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 9. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface, or near or over a radiator or heat register. This video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to. 10. Power Sources This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video units intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 11. Grounding or Polarization This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC (Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. The 2-wire polarized plug will t into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to t, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. The 3-wire grounding type plug will t into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. 12. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. 13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

14. Lightning For added protection of this video unit receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 16. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of re or electric shock. 17. Objects and Liquids Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the video unit. 18. Servicing Do not attempt to service this video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. 19. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

Precautions

b. If any liquid has been spilled into, or objects have fallen onto, the video unit. c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the video unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualied technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation. e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 20. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specied by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in re, electric shock or other hazards. 21. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order.
USE & LOCATION TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD. Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your Camcorder if it gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed for outdoor use, however, it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning.

Playback Mode

Playing Back a Tape..35 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back.35 Slow Motion Playback (Remote Control Only).36 Still Playback/Still Advance Playback.36 Index Search Functions (Remote Control Only).37 Playback Zoom Function (Remote Control Only).37 Playback Digital Effect Functions..38 Playing Back a Memory Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..38 Slide Show (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..39 Creating a Title (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..40 Adding a Title (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..40 Writing Printing Data on a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..41 Protecting the Files on a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..41 Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..42 Formatting a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..42 Playing Back on Your TV..43

With a PC

Using the Software with a Personal Computer.47 Using USB Driver...47 To disconnect USB cable safely.49 Using as a Web Camera..50 Using the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (Optional Software)...53 Using the ArcSoft Software (PV-GS15: Supplied)..55 If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall)...56 Notes...57

Others

Indications..59 Initializing the Modes...60 Warning/Alarm Indications..60 Notes and Hints..61 Cautions for Use..65 Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions)..69 Using the RESET button..70 Explanation of Terms...71 Specications..72 Camcorder Accessory System.73 Camcorder Accessory Order Form..74 Request for Service Notice..75 Limited Warranty..76 Customer Services Directory..78 Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Gua Para Uso Rpido.79 Gua rpida...80 Index...82

Editing Mode

Recording from a Tape onto a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..44 Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)..44 Audio Dubbing (Remote Control Only).44 Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette.45 Using the DV Cable for Recording..45 PC Connection With DV Interface Cable.46

Before Use

Quick Guide
1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it.
1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN] 1 Knob and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow.
Inserting a Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)
Before use, fully charge the Battery. 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.
2 Slide the [OPEN] Lever 3 to open the Card Slot Cover 4. 3 While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right 5 insert it into the Card Slot 6. 4 Close the Card Slot Cover 4 securely.
2 Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder.
Recording on a Tape Inserting a Cassette
1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever 1 toward the front and pull down to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

[AV JACK]

AV Jack (pp. 13, 65)

[REMOTE]

Remote Control Mode (p. 15)

Counter Reset (p. 71)

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound (p. 61)

[CLOCK SET]
Date and Time Setting (p. 23)

[INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode (p. 60)
6) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub-Menu [AV JACK]
[CARD RECORDING MENU] (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

Card Recording Menu

[PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15)

Picture Playback Menu

[SHTR EFFECT]

Shutter Effect (p. 25)

1) [DELETE] Deleting a File Sub-Menu [FILE BY SEL]
Selecting and Deleting a File (p. 42)

[ALL FILES]

Deleting All Files (p. 42)
2) [DIGITAL] Digital Setup Sub-Menu [TITLE IN]

[TITLE BY SEL]

Selecting and Deleting a Title (p. 42)
3) [CARD] Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY]
2) [EDITING] Editing a File Sub-Menu [FILE LOCK]

Setting the Lock (p. 41)

[DPOF SET]

Setting DPOF (p. 41)

[CARD FORMAT]
Formatting a Card (p. 42)

[BURST MODE]

RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot (p. 26)
4) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu [DISPLAY]
3) [DIGITAL] Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu [TITLE IN]
5) [LCD/EVF] LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu [LCD/EVF SET]
Internal Lithium Battery Recharge
The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock. When the [ ] Indication ashes, the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camcorder with the power turned off and then connect to the AC jack.

Setting Date and Time

Since the internal clock of the Camcorder has a slight imprecision make sure to check the time before recording.
1 Set [INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].
After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium battery can power the clock for approximately 3 months.

LP Mode

A desired recording speed can be selected with [REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu. If LP Mode is selected, the recording time becomes 1.5 times longer than that of SP Mode. 2 Press the [ / ] Button to select [YEAR], [MONTH], [DAY], [HOUR] or [MIN.] and press / ] to set it to the desired the [ value.
Year will cycle in the order shown below. 2000, 2001,., 2089, 2000,. Although the image quality does not decrease with the LP Mode recording, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image, or some normal functions may be restricted. The contents that are recorded in LP Mode are not completely compatible with other equipment. Audio dubbing is not possible with LP Mode. (p. 44)

Picture-in-Picture Mode

You can display a sub-screen (still picture) inside the screen.
1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [WIPE] or [MIX].
1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [P-IN-P].
The [WIPE] or [MIX] Indication appears.
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 to start recording.
2 Aim the Camcorder at the scene you want to capture and press the [P-IN-P] Button 20 to insert a small still picture.
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 to pause the recording.
The last scene is stored in memory. The [WIPE] or [MIX] Indication changes to [ WIPE ] or [ MIX ].
A small still picture is displayed in a normal picture. If the [P-IN-P] Button is pressed again, the small still picture is cleared. For other notes concerning this item, see page 64.
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 to restart the recording.
The last image of the previous scene gradually changes to the new scene. For other notes concerning this item, see page 64.
The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording.
Adjusting the Sound Volume
To adjust the volume, push the [W/T] Lever 26 to display the [VOLUME] Indication. Push the [W/T] Lever towards [T] to increase the volume or push the [W/T] Lever towards [W] to decrease the volume. The [VOLUME] indication disappears immediately after adjustment is made.
2 Set the Mode Dial 40 to Tape Playback Mode.
To adjust the volume with the Remote Control, press the [T] or [W] Button to display the [VOLUME] Indication. Press the [T] Button to increase the volume or press the [W] Button to decrease the volume. The [VOLUME] indication disappears immediately after adjustment is made.

3 Press the [ tape.

] Button 17 to rewind the
The sound volume cannot be adjusted using the Remote Control in Playback Zoom Mode. (pp. 37-38) For other notes concerning this item, see page 64.

Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback. When the tape reaches the beginning, rewinding stops automatically.
Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back

Cue/Review Playback

4 Press the [] Button 15 to start playback.
If the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 is pressed during Playback, it turns to Cue Playback A or Review Playback B.
If a cassette recorded with copyright protection signal is played back, the picture is distorted by mosaic-like patterns.
To Stop Playback Press the [ ] Button 16.
If the Button is held continuously, it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it.
Playback Mode Variable Speed Search Function
The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can be varied. Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are played back at approximately 1/5th of the normal speed. Scenes recorded in the LP Mode are played back at approximately 1/3rd of the normal speed.
1 During playback, press the [] Button 15.

The [1X

To Resume Normal Playback Press the [] Button 72.
If the Camcorder is left in the Slow Motion Playback Mode for more than 10 minutes, the Camcorder switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear.
2 Push the [W/T] Lever 26 to select a desired search speed.
Still Playback/Still Advance Playback
This Camcorder is capable of still picture playback and frame-advance playback.
1 Press the [] Button 72.
The following 6 playback speeds are available for the Variable Speed Search Function in both the fast-forwarding and rewinding directions: 1/5X (slow playback in SP Mode only), 1/3X (slow playback in LP Mode only), 1X, 2X, 5X, 10X and 20X. This function works by pressing the [VAR. SEARCH] and cursor buttons ([, ]) on the Remote Control. (p. 14)

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.

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.

With a PC Installing WebCam Driver
3 Click the [WebCam Driver].
WEB is displayed on the LCD Monitor of the Camcorder. When the Camcorder and personal computer (with Windows 2000) are connected via USB Cable, a message, such as the one below, is displayed. However, testing by the manufacturer has conrmed functionality of this Camcorder with Windows 2000. Click [Yes] and proceed.
4 For Windows XP users: Depending on your system environment, installation of DirectX9.0b may be required. Click [Yes] and continue with installation.
After DirectX9.0b is installed, the computer will restart. Do not remove the CD-ROM.
For Windows 98SE/Me users, USB Audio Device is required. Click [Next] and proceed.
Click [Next] and proceed with installation. After completing the installation, click [Finish]. If you use Windows 98SE, the OS installation CD may be required.
Connecting the Camcorder to Personal Computer (For Using as a Web Camera)
1 Set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode.
4 Start the Windows Messenger (For Windows XP users) or MSN Messenger (For Windows 98SE/Me/2000 users).
Click [Start] >> [All Programs (Program)] >> [Windows Messenger] or [MSN Messenger]. When you use Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use the Windows Messenger on Windows XP. When you use other than Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use MSN Messenger on an OS other than Windows XP. If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status. If the USB Cable is disconnected from the personal computer, the Web Camera mode is canceled. If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, video cannot be recorded onto a tape or a card.
2 Set [CAMERA] or [PLAYBACK] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAMERA].
With a PC Setting up the Windows Messenger
When starting the Windows Messenger for the rst time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if the Windows Messenger setup has already been done.) For more details, please read the corresponding Help le.
6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard.] in the [Tools] menu to conrm that equipment is connected correctly.
1 Click [Click here to sign in].
7 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera] menu.
2 Select [.NET Messaging Service] and click [OK]. 8 Select [DVC] in the [Microphone] menu.
3 Click [Next] when the [.NET Passport Wizard] dialog appears.
For other information about Windows Messenger, please refer to Help. When access is nished, close Windows Messenger, then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the USB Cable. If the Camcorder is used as Web Camera continuously for two hours, the communication is automatically shut OFF. In this case, restart Windows Messenger and set up the communication again.

4 Double click [ArcSoft] folder.
2 After software or driver is uninstalled, please restart your computer.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. ArcSoft, the ArcSoft logo, ArcSoft PhotoImpression 4 and ArcSoft PhotoBase 4 are trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc. Microsoft Windows, Windows Messenger, MSN Messenger and DirectX are either trademarks or registered 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. All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations. 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. In this Manual, the Panasonic make digital video camera with USB Jack is referred to as Camcorder. These instructions do not cover the basic operations of the personal computer or dene any terms. For this information, refer to the Operating Instructions which accompany your personal computer. Do not disconnect USB 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 using USB Connection Kit. 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 Camcorders operation may stop midway through. In this case, exit the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger, reconnect the Camcorder and restart the Windows Messenger or MSN Messenger. Do not delete the folders in the memory card such as picture folder. Memory card may not be recognized if folders are deleted. When the Camcorder is connected to a personal computer in PC Mode, it will not be possible to change to other modes. To change modes, disconnect the USB cable, switch the Camcorder Mode Dial, then reconnect the USB cable. When the Tape Recording Mode of the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode, a warning message may be displayed. You may simply ignore it.
When you are using Windows XP or Windows 2000, you may install or uninstall this software after logging ON by setting the user name to Administrator or to a user name having equivalent authority. If you install the USB Driver after the USB Cable is connected, or if you do not follow these Operating Instructions, the Camcorder will not be recognized correctly. In this case, delete the USB Driver from [Device Manager] as described below, uninstall the USB Driver, and re-install it. With the Camcorder and personal computer connected via a USB Cable, open the [Device Manager]. Right-click [!DVC] 1 in [Ports] or [Other devices], and select [Uninstall]. ([!DVC] 1 will differ depending on the OS or operating environment of your personal computer.)

To Change the Counter Display Mode
By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu, you can change the Counter Display Mode to Tape Counter Indication [COUNTER] (0:00.00), Memory Counter Indication [MEMORY] (M0:00.00), and Time Code Indication [TIMECODE] (0h00m00s00f). (p. 21) By repeatedly pressing the [DISPLAY] Button on the Remote Control, you can change the Counter Display Mode.
To Display Date/Time Indication
To display Date/Time Indication, set the appropriate Date/Time in [DATE/TIME] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu. (p. 21) You can also press the [DATE/TIME] Button of the Remote Control repeatedly to display or change the Date/Time Indication.
To Change the Display Mode
By changing [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu, you can change the Display Mode to All Function Display [ALL] and Minimum Display [OFF]. (p. 21)
You cannot use the Progressive Photoshot Function in the following cases.
When using Tape Recording Mode
Digital Effect Modes in [EFFECT1] Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] 1/750 s or faster shutter speed When brightness is insufcient When the MagicPix Function is ON When the Portrait is used
When using Card Recording Mode
When brightness is insufcient When the MagicPix Function is ON
NO CARD: Card is not inserted. NO DATA: There are no recorded les in the card. UNPLAYABLE CARD: You are attempting to play back data which is not compatible with this Camcorder. CARD ERROR: The Card is not compatible with this Camcorder. COPY INHIBITED: Because the medium is protected by a copy guard, images cannot be recorded correctly. INCORRECT OPERATION: The Recording Start/Stop Button was pressed without connecting the USB cable to the PC in Picture Playback Mode. CANNOT USE USB CHANGE MODE: The USB cable is connected to the Camcorder in Card Recording Mode or Picture Playback Mode. CANNOT OPERATE: You are attempting to record pictures on a Card while connecting the USB cable to the Camcorder in Tape Recording/Playback Mode. UNABLE TO WRITE (MULTI RECORDING): The [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed when you are recording pictures on a Tape while setting the Digital Effect [MULTI] of [EFFECT1]. UNABLE TO WRITE: The Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed when you are recording still pictures on the Card. CASSETTE DOOR OPENED: Close the Cassette Compartment Cover before recording. NO TITLE: Titles are not recorded. UNABLE TO WRITE (WIDE MODE): You are attempting to record pictures of S1 signal (with aspect ratio 16:9) by pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. FILE LOCKED: You are attempting to erase protected les. CARD LOCKED: The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to [LOCK]. DISCONNECT USB CABLE: You are attempting to turn the Mode Dial or turn the Camcorder off in PC Mode while connecting the USB cable to the Camcorder.

Cassette

Before storing it, rewind the tape to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for more than 6 months with the tape stopped midway, the tape sags (although it depends on the storage condition). Be sure to rewind to the beginning. Store the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), or humidity may damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral particles, and dusty Cassettes damage the heads of the Camcorder and other components. Develop a habit of returning the Cassette back to its case. Once every half year, wind the tape to the end and then rewind it to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, temperature and humidity changes may cause the Cassette to deform due to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound tape may stick to itself. Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic substances or equipment. The surface of tape is covered with extremely minute magnetic particles, upon which signals are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc., have magnetic force that is stronger than you may normally expect, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may cause noise in images and sounds.

Viewnder

Do not direct the Viewnder or Lens to the sun. Internal components may be seriously damaged. When the Camcorder is used with a large capacity Battery (CGR-D16A/1B, CGP-D28A/1B: Optional) attached to it, it is not practical to look in the Viewnder from behind the Battery. Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the Viewnder screen featuring a total of approximately 67,000 pixels (PV-GS9/PV-GS12)/ 113,000 pixels (PV-GS14/PV-GS15). The result is more than 99.99 % effective pixels with a mere 0.01 % of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

Lens Hood

Do not attach other conversion lenses in front of the Lens Hood; there is no mount to be used for the attachment. When you wish to attach the Tele Conversion Lens (not supplied), Wide Conversion Lens (not supplied), MC Protector (not supplied), or ND Filter (not supplied), rst of all, turn the Lens Hood counter-clockwise. If the MC Protector or ND Filter is used, the Lens Hood can be mounted on the lter. If you push the [W/T] Lever toward [W] during recording with the lter and conversion lens attached together to the Camcorder, 4 corners of the image may become dark (vignetting). For details, please refer to the operating instructions of your accessories. Be sure to keep the Lens Hood attached to the Camcorder so as to shut out unnecessary light.
Recording does not start although power is supplied to the Camcorder and the Cassette is correctly inserted.

Battery runs down quickly.
Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the AC Adaptor. (p. 15) Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold place? In cold places, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. (p. 68) Has the Battery worn out? If the operating time is still too short even after the Battery is fully charged, the Battery has worn out.
Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during Cue, Review or Slow Motion Playback.
This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction.
The Battery cannot be charged.
If the DC Cable is connected to the AC Adaptor, charging cannot be performed. Disconnect the DC Cable.
Although the Camcorder is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.
Have you selected Video Input on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input jacks used for the connection. Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown even if you correctly connect the Camcorder with your TV. In this case, set [AV JACK] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to [OUT].
Recorded pictures are not clear.
Is [PICT QUALITY] on the [CARD] Sub-Menu set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY]? If recording is done with it set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY], images with ne details may include a mosaic-like pattern. Set [PICT QUALITY] to [FINE]. (p. 25)
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)

Camcorder Accessory System
Accessory # Figure Description Price

PV-DAC11A

AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable

$119.95

CGR-D08A/1B
800 mAh/1 h 30 min, Battery Pack

$69.95

CGR-D16A/1B

mAh/3 h, Battery Pack

$99.95

CGP-D28A/1B

mAh/5 h, Battery Pack

$129.95

CGR-D53A/1K

mAh/9 h, Battery Pack

$229.95

PV-DDC9

DV Interface Cable (i.LINK) (4-pin to 4-pin)

$55.00

LSSQ0411 RP-SD64BPPA RP-SD32BPPA RP-SD16BPPA BN-SDCAPE/1B
IR Remote Control 64 MB SD Memory Card 32 MB SD Memory Card 16 MB SD Memory Card USB Reader/Writer for SD Memory Card (compatible with MultiMediaCard) SD PCMCIA Adaptor (compatible with MultiMediaCard) DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE USB Cable
Call For Pricing Call For Pricing

$79.95

BN-SDABPE/1B LSFT0577 K1HA05CD0005
$79.95 Call For Pricing Call For Pricing

PV-H150

Carrying Case

$49.95

PV-HB002

Call For Pricing

Please refer to page 74, when placing an order.
Camcorder Accessory Order Form
Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1. Camcorder Model # 2. Items Ordered Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price
Subtotal Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling Total Enclosed 3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) Credit Card # VISA MasterCard Discover Expiration Date Customer Signature
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash) 4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)
Ship To: Mr. Mrs. Ms. First Street Address City State Zip Last Phone #: Day ( Night ( ) )
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR CAMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONICS ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
Request for Service Notice
Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice. In the unlikely event this product needs service. Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) To further speed your repair, please provide an explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting.
Request for Service Notice:
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 1705 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL. 60123-7847 Attn: Camcorder Repair

$499.00

Canon The GL2 features an outstanding Fluorite lens and includes pro-level picture adjustment features found only in Canons topGL2
of-the-line. pt# 7920A001AA $2195.00
Panasonic PANASONIC E-WEAR 4 IN 1 inch A/V RECORDSVAV20A BLUE

$279.00

Sharp Sharp, VL-Z5U MINIDV DIGITAL VIEWCAM VLZ5U CAMCORDER

$539.00

Canon MV700I

$499.95

PAL/ ZR-80E DIGITAL CAMCORDER
Canon Elura60 Digital Camcord MAY NOT BE U.S. Canon 9480a001 MODEL $549.99
DXG 3.2 MP VIDEO CAMERA WITH MPEG4 DXGDXG DXG301V 301V $291.24

Panasonic NVGS55E

$669.95
NV-GS55EN PAL MiniDV Camcorder
Sony, DCR-TRV70, MiniDV Handycam, Camcorder, 2.1 Sony DCR-TRV70 Megapixel, 2.5IN LCD, 10X Optical Zoom, 120X Digital Zoom, 8MB, Memory Stick, USB pt# DCR-TRV70 $899.00

Sony DCR-HC15E

$639.00

PAL Digital Camcorder

Panasonic PV-DV203

$489.00

Panasonic PV-DV203 Digital Camcorder pt# PV-DV203

Canon Elura 50

$529.00
Canon Elura50MC Digital Camcorder pt# 8713a001
Optura500 Digital Camcorder Optura500 Digital Camcorder Canon 9539A003 $1139.00

Sony DSR-250

$4095.00
Sony, DSR-250 Camcorders pt# DSR250
Panasonic Panasonic, 2.5" Color LCD LIECA DICOMAR Lens Mega PV-DV852 Pixel CCD Mega Optical Image Stabilizer and Card Link
(8MB SD card provided) pt# PV-DV852 $789.00
DSR-PDX10 Professional, DVCAM Camcorder, 3 CCD, Sony DSR-PDX10 1/4.7" 16:9 with 3.5 inch LCD, Memory Stick pt# DSRPDX10 $2299.95
Panasonic Panasonic, PVDV953, Digital Palmcoder Multicam, PV-DV953 MiniDV, Camcorder, 3 Megapixel, 640 X 480, 3.5IN LCD,
10X Optical Zoom, 700X Digital. pt# PVDV953 $1149.00
PAL/CCD-TRV428E HI8 CAMCRDER w/2.5 LCD Sony CCD-TRV428E pt# CCDTRV428E $464.00

Samsung SC-L906

$329.99
Samsung SC-L906 Hi8 Camcorder
Panasonic PANASONIC NVGS200E PAL Digital Camcorder for NVGS200E Europe and Asia

Canon ZR-60MC

Aiptek Pocket DV4100M 5-in-1 Multi Function Camcorder Aiptek DV4100M w/ 1.5 Inch LCD' ' Retail<br>Specifications:<br>Image Sensor: 4.1MP. $186.95
DCR-IP1 MICROMV Camcorder, 10x Optical/120x Digital Sony DCR-IP1 Zoom, Mega Pixel CCD, 2.5" Touch Screen LCD pt# DCRIP1 $1123.00
Canon Canon ZR90 Camcorder w/ 22x Optical Zoom Lens Specifications Image sensor 1/6-inch CCD approx. ZR90
pixels Effective pixels tape. $529.00
CANON Optura 40 Mini DV Digital Camcorder Canon 9544A003AA 9544A003AA $999.00

Canon Optura 400

$814.00

CANON Optura 400

Sony, DCRTRV19, MiniDV Handycam, Camcorder, Sony DCR-TRV19 2.5IN LCD, 10X Optical Zoom, 120X Digital Zoom, USB pt# DCRTRV19 $429.00

Samsung SC-D303

Samsung SC-D303 Digital Camcorder

Panasonic SVAV50A

$398.88
SV-AV50 Multi A/V Recorder

Samsung SC-D6040

DuoCam Camcorder
Panasonic Panasonic, PV-DV53, Mini DV Camcorder, 700x Digital Zoom, i.Link PhotoVu Link, DUAL Digital Electronic PV-DV53
Image Stabilization (Record &. $629.00

Sony DCRTRV255E

PAL/DCR-TRV255E DIGITAL-8 CAMCORDER
Panasonic PANASONIC PVGS55 MiniDV Digital Camcorder MAY NOT BE U.S. MODEL PVGS55

$699.95

Canon XL1S

$3895.00

Canon, XL1S, MiniDV, Camcorder pt# XL1S
Panasonic PV-DV73 Mini DV MultiCam Camcorder 10x Optical / 700x Digital Zoom 1.3 Mega Pixel CCD PVDV73
DCR-DVD300 DVD Handycam Camcorder pt# Sony DCR-DVD300 DCRDVD300 $899.00

Samsung SC-D103

$459.00
Samsung SC-D103 Digital Camcorder
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Sony DCR-PC120E

DCR-PC120E Digital Camcorder PAL pt# dcrpc120e
4 vendors have this product for sale from $1099.00 - $1199.00

Sony DCRIP7BTE

$1499.99
Sony DCR-IP7BTE (PAL) MicroMV Camcorder
Canon, Optura200MC, MiniDV, Camcorder, 1.33 Canon Optura200MC Megapixels, 2.5IN LCD, 10X Optical Zoom, 200X Digital Zoom, USB $899.00
Super HAD 3CCD for 530 lines horizontal resolution / Sony DCR-TRV950E Bluetooth network functions / 12X Optical Zoom 150X Digital Zoom pt# DCRTRV950E $1979.00

Canon 7932A001AA

Canon, Optura200MC, MiniDV, Camcorder

Sony dcrip45e

$875.00
DCR-IP45E MICROMV Camcorder PAL

Sony dcrtrv50e

$1259.00
DCR-TRV-50E Mini-DV Camcorder PAL
Those piercing blue eyes that blood-washed sky the Sony DCR-TRV940E citys orgy of hues. In a world of breathtaking colour it takes a breathtaking. pt# DCRTRV940E $1699.00

Sharp VLAH131U

$279.95
Sharp VL-AH131U Hi8 Camcorder
PAL SYSTEM ONLY / MICROMV technology / 1600 x Sony DCR-IP220E 1200 still resolution / NO U.S. WARRANTY PAL TV REQUIRED $1778.76

Quasar VM-L152

$265.00
Quasar VM-L152 VHS-C Camcorder

Sony CCDTRV118

$349.00
Sony CCDTRV118 Handycam Camcorder
Sony, DCRTRV39, MiniDV Handycam Camcorder, Sony DCRTRV39 features network capability via USB $599.00

$369.00

CANON ZR-60MC MINI-DV CAMCORDER
Canon OPTURA 200MCE "PAL" Mini DV Camcorder, 10x MVX2I Optical/200x Digital Zoom, Color Viewfinder, 2.5" LCD Screen,

Optical Image. $1149.00

AG-DVC20020 Professional DV Camcorder 1/2" IT 3Panasonic AGDVC20020 CCD, S20x64BRMP Fujinon Lens, AG-VF5 1.5" (43) Viewfinder $6199.00
Canon, ZR70MC, MiniDV, Camcorder, 2.5IN LCD, 22X Canon 8427A001 Optical Zoom, 440X Digital Zoom, MultiMedia, SD Memory Card, USB $499.00
Panasonic Panasonic, PV-GS50S, Ultra-Compact Mini DV, PV-GS50S Camcorder, 640 X 480, 2.5IN LCD, 10X Optical Zoom,
700X Digital Zoom, 8MB, SD Memory Card, USB pt# PVGS50S $799.00

Sharp VL-Z3U

Sharp, VL-Z3U MINIDV CAMCORDER pt# VLZ3U

Sony CCDTRV218E

CCD-TRV218E PAL Video Hi8
Panasonic Palmcorder Camcorder with Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English) PV-L552H Menu, 4.0" diag. Color LCD Monitor, 26x Zoom & Color

EFX $214.99

Sony DCR-TRV80
DCR-TRV80E PAL DV Camcorder pt# DCRTRV80E
DCR-DVD100 DVD Handycam Camcorder pt# Sony DCR-DVD100 DCRDVD100 $729.00
OPTURA 300-MC DIGITAL CAMCORDER pt# 9048A001 Canon Optio 300MC $939.99