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Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camcorder

Model No.

PV-GS300

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Gua para rpida consulta en espaol est incluida.
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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Things You Should Know

Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, were sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source.
Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No.

Safety Precautions

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Your Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long Play (LP) mode It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorder with the mark be used.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit. This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
AC Adaptor The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor.

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FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS300 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE. Since this product gets hot during use, operate it in a well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

WARNING

AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
-If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it will be left unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Precautions

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 a 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.

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The one-touch free-style grip belt
To use as a grip belt Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand. 1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.
(37) (37) Shoulder strap fixture
This is a fixture for attaching the shoulder strap to hang the Camcorder from your neck or shoulder.
Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3 by at least 2 cm (1 inch). Fit the other end of the belt similarly.
1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Fix the belt. To use as a hand strap If you use the grip belt as a hand strap, then you can carry or handle this Camcorder more easily. 1 Flip the belt.

(38) (38) Lens hood

In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counter-clockwise 1. In order to fit it, place into slot 2, and then rotate it clockwise. The lens hood has a built-in lens cover.
1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 2 Put your hand through the strap.
Hold the Camcorder without covering the microphones or sensors with your hands.

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Power supply
Charging the battery When this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this product. Battery charging time (-16-) We recommend using Panasonic batteries. If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. If the DC Cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not get charged. Remove the DC Cable from the AC adaptor. 1 Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor and the AC Jack. 2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.
1 Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor

and the AC Jack.

2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the DC Cable to this product.
The output plug of the AC Cable is not completely connected to the AC adaptor jack. As shown in 1, there is a gap. Do not use the power cord for other equipment since the power cord is exclusively designed for this Camcorder. Do not use the power cord from other equipment for this Camcorder. Fitting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.

How to use the joystick
Basic joystick operations Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or file, and then push in the center to set it.
2) Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])
1 Select by moving up. 2 Select by moving down. 3 Select by moving left. 4 Select by moving right. 5 Determine by pushing the center. Joystick and screen display Push the center of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes. (In the Tape playback mode or the Card playback mode, the icons will be automatically displayed on the screen.) 1) Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO]) 2 5/6/Iris or gain value White balance Shutter speed Manual focus adjustment (When set to [FOCUS])

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1 is displayed while recording on a tape. 2 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]). 3) Tape playback mode
2 1/2/3/2 4/Fade Backlight compensation Help mode Soft skin mode Tele macro MagicPix/0 Lux MagicPix Recording check Blank search
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Playback/pause Stop Rewind (review playback) Fast forward (cue playback)

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1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

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Before using 4) Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])

Help mode

Select an icon for an explanation of the function. Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2 1/2/2 1

Self-timer recording Backlight compensation Help mode Soft skin mode Tele macro

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2 Move the joystick right to select the Help

mode icon [ ].

5) Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])
2 3/4/Iris or gain value White balance Shutter speed Manual focus adjustment (Set to [FOCUS])
The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO] in Tape/Card Recording Mode. 3 Move the joystick up, left, or right to select the desired icon.
1 is displayed only when the ([AUTO/ MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS]). 6) Card playback mode
An explanation of the selected icon is displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes. To exit the Help mode Select [EXIT] icon or press the [MENU] button.
Slide show start/pause Delete Playback previous picture Playback next picture

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When the Help mode is used, functions cannot be set.

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Switching the language
You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen. 1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired language.
5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the

selection.

6 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the item to be set.

Using the menu screen

For each individual menu, please refer to -63-. 1 Press the [MENU] button.
7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.
To exit the menu screen Press the [MENU] button. To get back to the previous screen Move the joystick left.
The menu corresponding to the mode selected by the mode dial is displayed. Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed. 2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the top menu.
About the menu setting The menu is not displayed while recording on a tape or a card. Also, you cannot record on a tape or a card while the menu is displayed.
3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the
4 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the sub-menu.

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Before using Operating with remote control The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used. 1 Press the [MENU] button.
4 Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to
complete the settings. When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180 towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted. To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to activate it. These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. In order to increase the brightness of

2 Select a menu item.

Use the direction buttons (3, 2, 1, 4) and [ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the main unit.
the entire LCD monitor 1 Press the [POWER LCD] button.

POWER LCD

3 Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu

screen.

The [ ] indication appears on the LCD monitor. If the [POWER LCD] button is pressed, the entire LCD monitor will become approx. twice as bright as the normal. When the [POWER LCD] button is pressed again, the [ ] indication disappears and the original brightness is restored. This will not affect the images to be recorded. If you turn on the Camcorder when the AC adaptor is used, the [POWER LCD] function will automatically be activated. You cannot use this function in PC Connection Mode.

through

Move the joystick down to select the [] icon.

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Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot)
reduce the slight shaking from holding the Camcorder by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording. When recording still pictures, hold the Camcorder firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the Camcorder. You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod and the remote control. For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -78-. The moving picture and sound cannot be recorded. While data are recorded on a card, do not operate the mode dial. When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or remove a card. Another product may degrade or not play back data recorded on this Camcorder. If set [PICT.QUALITY] >> [ ], mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content. When the [PICTURE SIZE] is set to other than [ 0.2 ] or [ 0.3M ], the mega pixel recording mode is set. On-screen display in the card
1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway in
order to adjust focusing. (For auto focusing only) If you set [O.I.S.] to [ON], then the image stabilizer function will be more effective. ([ MEGA (MEGA Optical image stabilizer)] will be indicated.) The iris/gain value is fixed and this Camcorder focuses on the subject automatically.

1) 2) 3) 4)

1 Shutter chance mark (The white lamp flashes.): Focusing (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus No mark: When focusing is unsuccessful The shutter chance mark is indicated as follows when the [PHOTO SHOT] button is not pressed halfway. Please use it as a guide for recording. (The green lamp lights up.): When in focus and a good picture can be recorded (The white lamp lights up.): Almost in focus 2 Focus area 2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully. To record still pictures clearly When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to
1) Still picture size 2) Card indication (-66-) 3) Number of recordable still pictures (When no pictures can be recorded, the red light will flash.) 4) Quality of still pictures

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Record mode Select the size of still pictures to be Concerning the focusing area When there is a contrasting object ahead or behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting object out of the focus area. Even when it is still difficult to focus, adjust the focus manually.
recorded on a card 1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select
the desired picture size. ASPECT [16:9]: 2.4 : 2048k1152 0.2 : 640k360 ASPECT [4:3]: 2048k1512 3.1M : 1600k1200 2M : 1280k960 1M : 640k480 0.3M : Select the picture quality for

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Wide/4:3 function
This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs. Wide Function Images are recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio. 4:3 Function Images are recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Wide Function Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [16:9]. 4:3 Function Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [4:3]. To Cancel the Wide/4:3 Function Wide Function Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [4:3]. 4:3 Function Set [BASIC] >> [ASPECT] >> [16:9]. The default setting is [16:9]. In the wide-screen mode, the menu screens, operation icons and other screen displays appear horizontally oriented. When images are played back on a TV screen, the date/time indication may be erased in some cases. Depending on the TV, the picture quality may deteriorate. If still pictures recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio are played back when [TV ASPECT] is set to [16:9], part of the operation icons and other displays will appear on the black bands on the left and right of the picture. Concerning the TV to be connected and TV used for playback When playing back images taken by this unit on a TV screen, change the setting established by Tape/Card playback mode [SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] to match the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) of the TV monitor to be connected. (-45-) Depending on the settings of the TV connected, the images may not be displayed properly. For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.
Optical image stabilizer function
On this model, [O.I.S.] is used as the indication for Optical Image Stabilizer. Reduces the jitter caused by hand movement when recording. Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [ON].

O.I.S.

To cancel the image stabilizer function Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [OFF]. When recording still pictures in the Card Recording mode, pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway increases the effect of the image stabilizer function. (MEGA Optical Image Stabilizer) When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn the image stabilizer off. In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively. When the digital zoom is used When the Camcorder is shaken greatly When you record a moving subject while tracking it

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RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot
Records still pictures continuously at a certain interval. Set to Card Recording Mode. 1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> [ 0.2 ] or [ 0.3M ]. 2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [BURST MODE] >> [ON].
Recording in various situations (Scene mode)
When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].

3 Move the joystick left or right in order to
select the white balance mode.
1) Auto white balance adjustment [ AWB ] 2) Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps) [ ] 3) Outdoor mode [ ] 4) Manual adjustment mode [ ] To restore to the automatic

adjustment

Move the joystick left or right until the [ AWB ] indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch to [AUTO]. When setting both the white balance and the iris/gain, set the white balance first. Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the white balance for correct adjustment. To set the white balance manually Select [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white subject on the entire screen, move the joystick up to select the [ ] indication. About flashing of the [ ] indication When the manual adjustment mode is selected Flashing indicates that the white balance previously adjusted is stored. This setting is stored until the white balance is adjusted again. When white balance cannot be set in the manual adjustment mode White balance may not be adjusted properly in the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If so, use the auto white balance mode. During setting in the manual adjustment mode When the setting is completed, it will keep lit. About the white balance sensor The white balance sensor detects the type of light source during recording. Do not cover the white balance sensor during recording, or it may not function properly. About the black balance adjustment This is one of the 3CCD system functions that automatically adjusts the black when the white balance is set in the manual adjustment mode.
Recording in natural colors (White balance)
The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually. Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].
2 Move the joystick up to select the white

balance icon [

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Record mode When the black balance is adjusted, the screen will temporarily be black.

Manual focus adjustment

If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available. Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].
2 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
1 Black balance adjustment (Flashes.) 2 White balance adjustment (Flashes.) 3 Adjustment completed (Lights up.)

pictures

The Camcorder is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). The file format supported by this Camcorder is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) If an out-of-specs file is played back, the folder/ file name may not be displayed. The Camcorder may degrade or not play back data recorded or created on another brand of Camcorder and vice versa.
select [ALL FILES] and then press it.
3 When the confirming message appears,
select [YES] and press the joystick. Do not turn off the power while deleting. To delete files, use the AC adaptor or a sufficiently charged battery. In case of [ALL FILES], the deletion may take time if there are many files on the card. If the CARD FULL indication appears when recording, the card is full and no further data can be recorded. Insert a new card or set the Camcorder to Card Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files. If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted, all the data related to the files will be deleted.

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Playback mode Deleting still picture files recorded on [ ] Indication 1 appears and the selected file is locked. Press the joystick again, and the lock will be canceled. 2 or more files can be locked in succession. To complete the settings Press the [MENU] button.
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A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on the Camcorder may be erased. Note: To delete multiple files on the SD Card (selected files) connect to a PC and use the SD Drive feature.

Formatting a card

Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a personal computer, etc. Set to Card Playback Mode. 1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FORMAT CARD] >> [YES]. 2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the joystick in order to format the card.
Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting)
You can write the data of pictures to be printed, number of copies, and other information (DPOF data) onto the card. Set to Card Playback Mode. 1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [DPOF SET] >> [SET]. 2 Move the joystick to select a file to be set, and then press it.

In order to stop formatting, select [NO]. Normally, it is not necessary to format the card. If a message appears even though you insert and remove the card several times, format it. In order to maintain full compatibility, you must format the SD Memory Card using the Camcorder. PC formatted SD Memory Cards are not compatible with the Camcorder. The Camcorder supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system (for SD Memory Card of 8, 16, 32 and 64 MB) and FAT16 system (for SD Memory Card of 128, 256, 512 MB, 1 GB and 2 GB).
The number of prints 1 set to be in DPOF is displayed. 3 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the number of prints, and then press it. You can select from 0 to 999. (Selected number of pictures can be printed as you set the number of prints with the printer supporting DPOF.) 2 or more files can be set in succession. To complete the settings Press the [MENU] button. DPOF setting made on another Camcorder may not be recognized by this Camcorder. Please perform the DPOF settings on your Camcorder. To set so that all pictures are not
Protecting files on a card
Files recorded on a card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the files are locked, they will be deleted if the card is formatted.) Set to Card Playback Mode. 1 Set [BASIC] >> [PROTECT] >> [YES]. 2 Move the joystick to select a file to be locked, and then press it.

printed

Select [CANCEL ALL] in Step 1. What is DPOF? DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. This enables the printing information to be added to the pictures on the card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF.

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Recording from a tape onto a card
Still pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette. Set to Tape Playback Mode. Insert a tape which already has recorded contents and a card. 1 Start playback.
Connecting with the Multi cable
2 Pause at the scene you wish to record, and
press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
Connect the Camcorder and the recorder by using the Multi cable 1. If the recorder has an S-Video terminal, then also connect to this terminal 2. It allows you to copy clearer image. Connecting with the optional DV cable: PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (Only for equipment with a DV terminal)

S 2 (L2)

Audio will not be recorded. The size of still pictures recorded on a card becomes 0.2 (16:9) or 0.3M (4:3). (This is not mega pixel still-picture recording.) If you set [TV ASPECT] >> [4:3], black bands are added to the top and bottom of the picture when wide pictures are recorded to the card. (-38-) If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button without pausing, blurred pictures may be recorded.

the Camcorder is output to the TV set
Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-50-) Check the connected terminal.
Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing)
By connecting other digital video equipment with DV terminal and the Camcorder by using the DV cable PV-DDC9/PV-DDC9-K (optional) 1, highimage-quality dubbing can be done in digital format. Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Player/recorder) 1 Connect the Camcorder and digital video equipment with the DV cable.
2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REC STDBY] >> [YES].
(Recorder) You do not have to follow this step when the remote control is used in the digital dubbing. 3 Start playback. (Player) 4 Start recording. (Recorder) When operating with the main unit: Move the joystick up to select [/;] icon.
When operating with the remote control: While pressing the [REC] button on the remote control, press the [PLAY 1] button.

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Audio dubbing
You can add music or narration to the recorded cassette. (Audio dubbing can only be performed by using the remote control.) Set to Tape Playback Mode. 1 When using an external microphone, securely insert the plug into the [MIC] terminal.
5 Press the [;] button on the remote control

to stop audio dubbing.

If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the tape is dubbed, images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back. Before recording with audio dubbing Set to Tape Recording Mode. When you want to preserve the original sound taken during recording, set [ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to take pictures. (When set [16bit], the sounds taken during recording are erased after recording with audio dubbing.) Set [BASIC] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] to take pictures. To play back the sound recorded with
2 Find a scene that you want to add sound to,
and press the [;] button on the remote control.
audio dubbing 3 Press the [AUDIO DUB] button on the
remote control to make audio dubbing ready.

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4 Press the [;] button on the remote control

to start audio dubbing.

A.DUB
You can switch between the sound recorded with audio dubbing and the original sound. Set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2] or [MIX]. [ST1]: It only plays back the original sound. [ST2]: It only plays back the sound added by audio dubbing. [MIX]: It simultaneously plays back the original sound and the sound added with audio dubbing. During audio dubbing, it is automatically set to [ST2].

click [Next].

5 Start Windows Messenger (for Windows XP
users) or MSN Messenger (for Windows XP/ 2000 users). Click [start] >> [Programs] >> [Windows Messenger] or [MSN Messenger]. When you use Windows XP, the other parties via the network have to use same Messenger application (or software) on Windows XP. When you use Windows 2000, the other parties via the network have to use MSN Messenger on Windows 2000. If the Camcorder is used as a Web Camera, the quality of the video to be exchanged will depend on the Internet connection status.
Please refer to the instruction manual of your personal computer for how to configure the audio and the microphone. To communicate with persons using Windows in other languages, setting up using alphabets or numbers is recommended. 4 According to the procedures displayed on the screen, continue the setup. 5 After the setup is completed, sign in and start Windows Messenger. Windows Messenger is activated.
6 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard.] in the
[Tools] menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly.

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7 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera]
menu. 8 Select [DVC] in the [Microphone] menu. Please refer to the HELP file of Windows Messenger to understand its operation. During set up, if [Primary video capture device] selection screen is displayed, [Panasonic DVC Web Camera] is selected. Setting up MSN Messenger When starting MSN Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the screen is not displayed if MSN Messenger setup has already been done.) For more details, please read the corresponding Help file. In the case of MSN Messenger 7.Click [Sign In].
If you do not have a password, click [Get a new account]. After setup is completed, sign in and start MSN Messenger. Click [Audio and Video Setup] in the [Tools] menu and then click [Next]. Set up the speaker settings. Select [DVC] in the microphone setup screen.
6 Select [USB Video Device] in the Webcam
setup screen and then click [Finish]. For other information about MSN Messenger, please refer to Help. When access is finished, close MSN Messenger, then turn off the Camcorder. Finally, disconnect the USB cable.
2 Type in your Sign-in name and password.
If you do not have your Sign-in name and password, click [Get one here]. 3 Please carefully read the displayed contents and then proceed. 4 After the setup is completed, sign in and start MSN Messenger.

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To disconnect USB cable safely
If USB cable is disconnected while the computer is on, error dialog box may appear. In such a case click [OK] and close the dialog box. By following the steps below you can disconnect the cable safely. 1 Double click the icon in task tray. Hardware disconnect dialog box appears.
When Camcorder power is turned OFF.
When Mode Dial is turned to change modes.
2 Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and click
[Stop]. 3 Verify [Matshita DVC USB Device] is selected and click [OK].
When using on Macintosh Drag the [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB connection cable.
If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall)
You can safely disconnect the cable. Note on the driver name displayed The driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of the Camcorder. Make sure Camcorders Card Access Lamp is off and disconnect the cable. Also, 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. 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. When the following operations are performed, the same results will occur as when the USB cable is incorrectly removed (above). Therefore, it is imperative that the above operation is completed before proceeding. When SD Memory Card is removed. The screens may vary with the type of OS. 1 Select [start] (>> [Settings]) >> [Control Panel], select the software or the driver from [Add/Remove Programs] to uninstall. Uninstalling steps may vary depending on the OS. Please refer to the user manual of your OS.
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