Panasonic NV-GS1, NV-GS5, NV-GS4, NV-GS3 User Manual

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TAPE
CARD
CARD
PHO SHO
1
1, 2
CARD
1
CARD MODE
3, 5
PICTURE
M
MULTI/ P-IN-P
To Select a Desired File and Play It Back
Set the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD].
4, 5
2
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N
1
Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to
2
[CARD MODE] until the desired type of data indication appears. (NV-GS5 only) Press the [MULTI] Button.
3
Turn the [PUSH] Dial and select a desired file.
4
The selected file is marked with a frame.When 7 or more files have been recorded, turn the [PUSH] Dial to
display the next file. (The [6] Button or [5] Button can be used instead of the [PUSH] Dial.)
Press either the [PUSH] Dial or the [MULTI] Button.
5
The selected file is shown on the entire screen.
Picture Size (When [PICTURE] is selected at Step 2)
2
FINE or NORMAL (When [MPEG4] is selected at Step 2) File Number
3
Folder-File Number (When [PICTURE] or [MPEG4] is selected at Step 2)
4
1
640
640
2
5
PRESS MENU TO RETURN
1, 3
1
3
1
640
640
640
640
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FILE SEARCH
TAPE
CARD
CARD MODE
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REC
NOW RECORDING
Using File Search Mode
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
1111
[FILE SEARCH] >> [YES]. Turn the [PUSH] Dial and select the desired file number, and
2222
press the [PUSH] Dial.
5
For other notes concerning this item, see page 46.
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Recording Pictures on a Card to a Tape
Card Images can be recorded on the Tape one at a time or all automatically. After setting to Card Playback Mode, please carry out the following procedures.
To Copy 1 Picture
Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to
1
[CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears. (NV-GS5 only) Display a desired picture.
2
Set the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [TAPE].
3
Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
4
During the copying, the indication 1 appears. ≥It takes a few seconds to record a picture to the Tape.
4
PHO
TO
SHO
T
When recording to tape, select the tape position before recording. The
picture will be recorded to the tape position when the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed at Step 4.
To Copy All the Pictures
Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to
1111
[CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears. (NV-GS5 only) Display the first picture.
2222
If a picture other than the first one is displayed, only the subsequent
pictures will be copied.
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
3333
[RECORD TO TAPE] >> [YES].
During the copying, the indication 1 appears. ≥It takes a few seconds for each picture to be copy on the Tape. To stop
the copying midway, press the [] Button.
Moving Picture (MPEG4) and Voice data cannot be recorded from a Card to
tape. (NV-GS5 only)
For other notes concerning this item, see page 47.
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1
2
BLC
SLIDE
1, 5
1
1
2
3
PRESS MENU TO RETURN
4
1
BLC
EDIT
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M.SLIDE
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2
1, 2, 3, 4
1
1, 2
5SEC
No.4
SLIDE
1 2
Slide Show
The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show.
To Play Back All the Pictures Continuously
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
1
[SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [SLIDE SHOW] >> [ALL].
This step is skipped when there is no picture that has set for the Slide
Show.
Press the [1] Button.
2
The [SLIDE!] Indication is displayed. All of the pictures are played back for several seconds each.
1
To Pause the Slide Show
Press the [;] Button. The [SLIDE;] Indication is displayed.
2
To Stop the Slide Show
Press the [] Button.
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Editing a Slide Show
You can set up a Slide Show or change the content.
To Select Pictures to Play Back in Your Slide Show
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
1
[SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [EDIT] >> [YES]. Turn the [PUSH] Dial to select a picture and then press the
2
dial. Turn the [PUSH] Dial to select playback order and then press
3
the dial.
This step is skipped when there is no picture that has set for the Slide
Show.
Playback Order Indication
Turn the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the playback time and press
4
the dial.
Playback Time (Second) Indication The [¥] Indication 3 is displayed to the picture set. ≥To select the next picture, repeat the Steps 2 to 4 above.
Press the [MENU] Button to end the setup.
5
To Play Back the Slide Show That Has Been Set
You must set [SLIDE SHOW] >> [EDIT] first.
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
1111
[SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [SLIDE SHOW] >> [PRESET]. Press the [1] Button.
2222
The [M.SLIDE!] Indication is displayed.
To Verify the Selected Picture
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [VERIFY] >> [YES]. Only the selected pictures are displayed in Multi-Picture Mode in the
Playback order.
To Delete the Selected Picture
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
1
[SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [DELETE] >> [YES]. Select the picture you wish to delete and press the [PUSH]
2
Dial.
The selected picture is marked with a frame.
To Reset the Slide Show Setup
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [SLIDE SHOW] >> [YES] >> [RESET] >> [YES] >> [YES]. Slide Show settings are reset.
1
2
4
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For other notes concerning this item, see page 47.
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CREATE TITLE
PHO SHO
LUMINANCE
RETURN
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
2
PHO
TO
3
SHO
T
Creating a Title
You can create a title and record on a Card.
Camera Mode:
1
In NV-GS5, slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] until [PICTURE] Indication appears first. Set the Lens to the image you want to use for creating a title. VCR Mode: Search for the image you want to use for creating a title and
1
TAPE
CARD
CARD MODE
2, 4,
M
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E
5, 6
N
set the Movie Camera to the Still Playback Mode. Set [CARD SETUP] >> [CREATE TITLE] >> [YES].
2
Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
3
The title is stored.To perform Photoshot again, select [RETURN].
Select [LUMINANCE] and press the [PUSH] Dial, turn it to
4
adjust the title contrast and press it. Select [COLOUR] and press the [PUSH] Dial, turn it to adjust
5
the colour and press it.
The dark portion of the image is missing 1, and the colours of the
bright portion change in order the original colour, black, blue, green, cyan, red, magenta, yellow and white, after which the bright portion of the image is missing the above order.
Select [RECORD] and press the [PUSH] Dial.
6
The title is recorded on the Card.
For other notes concerning this item, see page 47.
and the colours of the dark portion change in
2
12
r
3, 4
M
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N
12, 4
MULTI/
TITLE
P-IN-P
1
TITLE
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Adding a Title
A title can be added to the picture. It is displayed in Camera Mode, VCR Mode and Card Playback Mode.
Press the [TITLE] Button.
1
The title is displayed.
Press the [MULTI] Button.
2
A list of titles is displayed.
Turn the [PUSH] Dial to select a desired title.
3
The selected title is marked with a frame.
Press the [PUSH] Dial or press the [MULTI] Button.
4
The selected title is displayed.Recording and Photoshot Recording can be done with pictures that
have titles.
File Name
2
To Clear the Title Display
Press the [TITLE] Button.
The [ACCESS] Indication appears until the titles are displayed completely.
Perform the Recording after the [ACCESS] Indication disappears.
The supplied Card contains titles. If an original title has not been created, a
preset title will be displayed.
For other notes concerning this item, see page 47.
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USR00002.TTL
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Protecting the Files on a Card
PHO SHO
(Lock Setting)
Precious files recorded on a Card can be locked (to prevent accidental erasure). (Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted when the Card is formatted.)
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >> [FILE LOCK]
1
>> [YES].
The [FILE LOCK] Menu is displayed.
Select [PICTURE] or [TITLE].
2
Select the file to be locked, and press the [PUSH] Dial.
3
The selected file is locked and the [ ] Indication 1 is attached.
Repeat this procedure to lock 2 or more.
Files recorded by Voice Recording Function is automatically locked (to
prevent accidental erasure). (NV-GS5 only)
Press the [PUSH] Dial again to cancel.
The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch.
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FILE LOCK
1, 2, 3
1
640 640
640
640 640
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
1
M
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N
1, 2, 4
For other notes concerning this item, see page 47.
640
1
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Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card
Using the Movie Camera, you can delete the files recorded on a Card. After the file is deleted, it cannot be restored. In NV-GS5, slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD MODE] until the type of data to be erased indication appears first.
To Select and Delete Files
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [ERASE CARD FILE] >>
1
[ERASE FILE BY SELECTION].
To erase a title, select [ERASE TITLE BY SELECTION].
Select the file you wish to delete and press the [PUSH] Dial.
2
The frame around the selected file flashes.To erase 2 files or more, repeat this step.
Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
3
A verification message appears.
Select [YES] and press the [PUSH] Dial.
4
The selected file is deleted from the Card.If [NO] is selected, the file selection is cancelled.
3
PHO
TO
SHO
T
To erase 2 files or more, repeat 2–4 steps.
To Select and Delete All Files
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [ERASE CARD FILE] >>
1
[ERASE ALL FILES].
A verification message appears.
Select [YES] and press the [PUSH] Dial.
2
In NV-GS5, all the files of the selected Card Mode ([PICTURE],
[MPEG4] or [VOICE]) are erased.
A locked file cannot be erased.
When you delete Voice File, be sure to cancel the Lock setting before
deleting. (NV-GS5 only)
Do not delete the Voice Files recorded with this Movie Camera using other
devices. (NV-GS5 only)
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M
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CARD FORMAT
FORMAT WILL ERASE ALL FILES AND PRESET TITLES
NO --- RETURN
YES
Formatting a Card
If a Card becomes unreadable by the Movie Camera, formatting it may make it reusable. Formatting erases all the data recorded on a Card.
Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
1
[CARD FORMAT] >> [YES].
Since a confirmation message appears, select [YES] and formatting will
be carried out.
When the formatting is completed, the screen becomes white.
It may not be possible to use the Card which was formatted using this Movie
Camera on another unit. In this case, format the Card on the unit which will be using the Card. Take steps to ensure that valuable pictures are stored on the personal computer, etc. as well before proceeding.
A Card formatted with an other equipment (like a Personal Computer) might
be unusable or it might take more time for recording. We recommend that you use this equipment to format it.
TAPE
1
(PRINT QUANTITY)
2
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
2, 5
CARD
CARD MODE
DPOF SETTING
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Writing Printing Data on a Card
(DPOF Setting)
2, 3
M
U
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N
4, 5
1
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.
Slide the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to
1
[CARD MODE] until the [PICTURE] Indication appears. (NV-GS5 only) Set [CARD FUNCTIONS] >> [CARD EDITING] >>
2
[DPOF SETTING] >> [YES] >> [VARIABLE].
To print all pictures one at a time, select [ALL 1]. When all images are
not printed, select [ALL 0].
Select a desired picture and press the [PUSH] Dial.
3
The selected picture is marked with a frame.The number of prints set by DPOF is displayed.
Turn the [PUSH] Dial and select the number of pictures to be
4
1
printed, and press the [PUSH] Dial.
[¥] Indication 2 is displayed in the picture set.
Repeat Step 3 and 4 and press the [MENU] Button when the
5
setup is completed.
To Verify DPOF Setting
Select [VERIFY] in Step 2 above. The pictures for which 1 or more print is set in DPOF are played back continuously.
For other notes concerning this item, see page 48.
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Others
Indications
Various functions and the Movie Camera status are shown on the screen. Some Indications may not be displayed according to the
model.
r: Remaining Battery Power When the battery power becomes low, the Indication
changes. When the battery is discharged completely, the
u (v) Indication flashes.
s: (When you are using the AC Adaptor, the
[s] Indication may appear, however,
R0:45: Remaining Tape Time Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it
reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.) CINEMA: Cinema Mode D.ZOOM: Digital Zoom MULTI: Multi Mode P-IN-P: P-IN-P Mode WIPE: Wipe Mode MIX: Mix Mode STROBE: Strobe Mode GAINUP: Gain-up Mode TRACER: Trailing Effect Mode MOSAIC: Mosaic Mode MIRROR: Mirror Mode NEGA: Negative Mode SEPIA: Sepia Mode B/W: Black & White Mode SOLARI: Solarisation Mode PB ZOOM: Playback Zoom SP: Standard Mode (Recording Speed Mode)
LP: Long Play Mode (Recording Speed Mode)
INDEX: Index signal recording S 1: Search Number 5k: Zoom Magnification Indication AUTO: Automatic Mode MNL: Manual Mode [: Image Stabilizer (l MIC, AV IN: Audio Dubbing Input Display 12 bit, 16 bit: Audio Recording Mode MF: Manual Focus
ª: Back Light Mode (l 5: Sports Mode (Programme AE) (l 7: Portrait Mode (Programme AE) (l 4: Low Light Mode (Programme AE) (l Ω: Spotlight Mode (Programme AE) (l º: Surf & Snow Mode (Programme AE) (l
REC: Recording PAUSE: Recording Pause
!: Playback
": Reverse Camera Search ;: Still Playback %: Fast-forward/Cue Playback &: Rewind/Review Playback
~, }: Slow Motion Playback (l
";, ;!: Still Advance Playback *, ): Index Search
CHK: Recording Check
this is not a malfunction.)
(l20)
(l19)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l24)
(l28)
l
(
16)
l
16)
(
(l28)
(l28)
(l17)
(l21, 22, 23)
19)
(l23)
20)
(l17)
(l17)
/Forward Camera Search
(l26)
l
(
17)
(l27)
(l28)
(l17)
(l18)
(l30)
(l16)
21)
21)
21)
21)
21)
(l17)
(l26)
(l26)
27)
(l27)
A.DUB !: Audio Dubbing A.DUB ;: Audio Dubbing Pause PHOTO: Photoshot Mode Recording BLANK: Blank Search R !: Repeat Playback 2k%: Variable Speed Search
(l30)
(l30)
(l18)
(l27)
(l45)
(l26)
1/500: When you adjust shutter speed manually,
this indication appears.
SLIDE!: Slide Show Playback SLIDE;: Slide Show Playback Pause M.SLIDE!: Manual Slide Show Playback M.SLIDE;: Manual Slide Show Playback Pause
(l23)
(l38)
(l38)
(l38)
(l38)
F2.4: When you adjust the F Number manually,
this indication appears.
AWB: Automatic White Balance Mode
1: White Balance setting Mode (l z: Outdoor Mode (l
(l23)
(l21)
21)
21)
{: Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent
lamp)
(l21)
C.NIGHT VIEW:Colour Night View Function Z.MIC: Zoom Microphone
(l18)
WIND CUT: Wind Noise Reduction æ: Progressive Photoshot Mode (l PICTURE: Picture TITLE: Title picture
(l36)
(l39)
MPEG4: Moving Picture (MPEG4) VOICE: Voice data
(l36)
(l20)
(l21)
18)
(l36)
0h00m00s: Recording time of MPEG4 or Voice data VOLUME: Volume adjustment 15:30:45: Date/Time Indication
(l26)
(l43)
N (F, E): Card Photoshot Picture Quality (during Card
Photoshot recording) or MPEG4 Picture Quality [F] means Fine, [N] means Normal and [E] means Economy.
(l34, 35)
ACCESS: While Card is being read (during Playback,
Formatting and Multi-Picture Function use).
(l33)
00: Remaining Number of Card Photoshot
pictures
(l33)
R:0h00m: Remaining time of MPEG4 or Voice data
: Lock Setting
(l40)
¥ (White): DPOF Setting completed (set to 1 or more
picture)
(l41)
¥ (Green): Slide Show Settings completed
(l38)
¥ (Blue): DPOF Setting (set to 1 or more
picture)/Slide Show Settings both completed
(l38, 41)
: [640k480] Image size
640
For images not recorded with this Movie Camera, the size
display is determined as follows according to the number of horizontal pixels.
: From 640 to 800 (The size is not displayed
640
at under 640 pixels.)
: From 800 to 1024
SVGA
: From 1024 to 1280
XGA
: From 1280 to 1600
SXGA
: Over 1600
UXGA
(Cyan): Card Photoshot Mode
PICTURE
(Red): While Card Photoshot recording is activated
PICTURE
(Red): No Card (Still Picture Mode)
PICTURE
(Cyan): Moving Picture (MPEG4) Recording
MPEG
4
(Red): While Moving Picture (MPEG4) recording is
MPEG
4
activated
(Red): No Card (MPEG4 Mode)
MPEG
4
(Cyan): Voice Recording Mode
VOICE
(Red): While Voice Recording is activated
VOICE
(Red): No Card (Voice Recording Mode)
VOICE
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To Change the Counter Display Mode
By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] 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). repeatedly pressing the [COUNTER] Button on the Remote Controller, you can change the Counter Display Mode.
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To Display Date/Time Indication
To display Date/Time Indication, set the appropriate Date/Time in [DATE/TIME] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu. You can also press the [DATE/TIME] Button of the Remote Controller repeatedly to display or change the Date/Time Indication.
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By changing [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY SETUP] Sub-Menu, you can change the Display Mode to All Function Display [ALL], Partial Display [PARTIAL] and Minimum Display [OFF].
(l12)
To Change the Display Mode
(l12)
By
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Owner ID
You can register your name and address in your Movie Camera to identify the owner.
Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >> [OTHER
1
FUNCTIONS] >> [OWNER ID SET] >> [YES].
The [OWNER ID] Menu appears.
Turn the [PUSH] Dial to select [PIN NUMBER]
2
and press the [PUSH] Dial to input desired numbers. Turn the [PUSH] Dial to select numbers and
3
press the [PUSH] Dial to enter them.
You can input 4 digits.
Push the Operation Lever towards
4
Repeat Steps 2–4 to input desired characters
5
for [NAME]/[POSTCODE].
You can input up to 12 characters in [NAME], and up to
11 characters in [POSTCODE].
Push the Operation Lever towards [∫] to finish
6
the setup.
To verify Owner ID
Keep pushing the Operation Lever towards [;] for
approximately 5 seconds.
To Check Owner ID
If Owner ID has already been set, carrying out Step 1 above will display [INPUT PIN NUMBER] on the screen. Input the Pin Number you have already selected. If the number is not correct, the screen will not change. If the number is correct, the contents of the setup will be displayed. (By repeating Steps 2 to 4 above, you can change the contents.)
∫∫∫∫
.
[
]
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Warning/Alarm Indications
If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the condition of the Movie Camera.
Some Indications may not be displayed according to the model.
3: Condensation has occurred. (l Y: The accidental erasure prevention
slider on the inserted Cassette is open (that is, set to [SAVE]). You are about to do audio dubbing on the unrecorded (blank) portion of the tape. No Cassette is inserted.
(l10)
49)
6: The Battery is low. Recharge it.
0: The built-in battery is low. (l :: The video heads are dirty. (l 2END: The tape came to end during
REMOTE: Wrong Remote Controller Mode has
PRINTER ERROR: The Video Printer is not connected
UNPLAYABLE TAPE (OTHER FORMAT): You are attempting to play back a
UNABLE TO A. DUB (LP RECORDED): Because the original recording was
INCOMPATIBLE TAPE: This Cassette is incompatible. PLEASE RE-OPERATE AFTER PUSHING RESET BUTTON: Mechanism Irregular is detected.
TO SERVICE: It is a malfunction. CARD FULL: Card does not have sufficient
NO CARD: Card is not inserted. NO FILE: Card has no files recorded on it. CARD ERROR: This Card is not compatible with this
COPY INHIBITED: Because the medium is protected by
INCORRECT OPERATION: You are attempting to record to a
l
9)
(
recording.
been selected.
correctly, or the Video Printer is not functioning properly.
tape section that has been recorded with a different TV system.
done in LP Mode, audio dubbing cannot be performed.
Press the [RESET] Button This may solve the problem. You are attempting to record to a Memory Card formatted with an other equipment (like a Personal Computer). Format the Memory Card with this equipment.
memory remaining. Select Card Mode and delete unnecessary files.
Movie Camera.
a copy guard, images cannot be recorded correctly.
tape in VCR Mode. In NV-GS5, [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is set to [MPEG4] or [VOICE] when [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed. You are attempting to record to a tape in Card Mode.
(l8)
16)
(l6)
49)
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Notes and Hints
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Concerning the Power Supply
When the Movie Camera is used for a long time, the
Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.
If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up although the
Battery is attached to AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.
Battery CGP-D110 and CGP-D105 cannot be charged with
this AC Adaptor.
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Inserting/Removing the Cassette
In the case of using a previously recorded Cassette, you
can use the Camera Search Function to find the position
where you want to continue recording. If a new Cassette is inserted, rewind to the beginning of the
tape before starting recording. When inserting the cassette, make sure it faces in the right
direction and then push it in until it stops.
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Alarm Sounds
When [BEEP SOUND] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows. 1 Beep
When you start recordingWhen you switch the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch from [OFF]
to [ON] 2 Beeps When you pause recording 10 Beeps
If you perform a wrong operation before or during recording
ª
Recording
Before turning on the power, remove the Lens Cap. If the
Lens Cap is still attached when the power is turned [ON],
Automatic White Balance Adjustment
function correctly.
ª
Recording Check
For Recording Check, the recording speed mode (SP/LP)
must be the same as the mode used for the recording. If
different, playback images will be distorted.
ª
Camera Search
In Camera Search Mode, images may contain
mosaic-pattern noise. This is a phenomenon that is
characteristic of digital video and not a malfunction. If the recording speed modes (SP/LP) of previous
recording and new recording are different, playback
images may be distorted.
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Photoshot
Photoshot Recording results in slightly inferior image
quality.
ª
Progressive Photoshot Function
The still pictures are recorded at a slightly rewound point
from where you press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button. When you change to the Still Picture Mode, you will hear a
click. This is the sound of the iris closing and not an
indication of malfunction. If you record still pictures in Progressive Photoshot Mode
when your Movie Camera is set to Programme AE
the brightness of the images may change.
About [PROGRESSIVE] Setup
When the [æ] Indication is displayed, you can use the
Progressive Photoshot Function.
When [PROGRESSIVE] is [ON]:
You can use the Progressive Photoshot Function at any time. In this case, however, the following functions are disabled.
Digital Effect Modes in [EFFECT1] Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] 1/750 s or faster shutter speed
When [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [AUTO]
You cannot use the Progressive Photoshot Function in the following cases. When the zoom magnification is approximately 10k or
higher When the shutter speed is 1/750 s or faster
(l19)
(l 24)
(l23)
(l22)
may not
(l21)
When [EFFECT1] is set to [WIPE], [MIX], [STROBE],
[GAINUP], [TRACER], [MOSAIC], [MIRROR]
When the pictures are displayed on a Multi screen
ª
Zoom In/Out Functions
When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a sharper
focus is achieved if the recording subject is 1.2 metres or more away from the Movie Camera.
ª
Image Stabilizer Function
The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate in a dimly
lit place. In this case, the [[] Indication flashes.
Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may change
or colours may not look natural.
After-images may appear.When a tripod is used, it is recommended that you turn the
Image Stabilizer off.
The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate when
using the Colour Night View. In this case, the [[] Indication flashes.
ª
Cinema Function
Using the Cinema Mode does not widen the recording
angle.
If you play back tape recorded in Cinema Mode on a
wide-screen (16:9) format TV, playback size is automatically adjusted to fit the TV screen format. Please refer to the TVs operating instructions for details.
When images are displayed on a TV screen, the Date/Time
Indication may be erased in some cases.
Depending on the TV, the picture quality may be
deteriorated.
The Cinema Mode is cancelled when a Title is displayed.
(NV-GS4/GS5 only)
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Backlight Compensation Function
When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight
Compensation Function does not work.
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Wind Noise Reduction Function
It does not work with an external microphone.When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone is regulated
depending on the strength of wind to reduce wind noise.
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Programme AE
If any of the Programme AE Modes is selected, you cannot
adjust the shutter speed
You cannot use Sports Mode, Portrait Mode or Low-Light
Mode with Gain-up Mode [GAINUP].
Sports Mode
During normal playback, the image movement may not
look smooth.
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Because the colour and brightness of the playback
image may change, avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light.
If you record a subject illuminated with strong light or a
highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear.
If the light is insufficient, the [5] Indication flashes.If this mode is used for indoor recording, playback
images may flicker.
Sports Mode/Portrait Mode
If you record a still picture in Progressive Photoshot
Mode, the brightness and hue of the recorded still picture may become unstable.
Portrait Mode
If this mode is used for indoor recording, playback
images may flicker.
Low Light Mode
Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be made
brighter to a satisfactory degree.
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Spotlight Mode
With this mode, recorded images may turn out to be
extremely dark.
If the recording subject is extremely bright, its recorded
image may turn out to be whitish.
Surf & Snow Mode
If the recording subject is extremely bright, its recorded
image may turn out to be whitish.
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White Balance
In the following cases, you cannot change White Balance:
When you set [EFFECT1] of [DIGITAL EFFECT]
Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu to [GAINUP] or [EFFECT2] to [SEPIA] or to [B/W].
When you set the Zoom to 10k or higherDuring Digital Still Picture ModeWhen you display a MenuWhen you use the Colour Night View
In the following cases, the [1] Indication flashes:
The flashing indicates that the previously adjusted White
Balance setting is still kept. This setting will be kept until White Balance is adjusted again.
You may not be able to achieve correct White Balance
Adjustment manually under weak illumination.
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Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment
You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of
a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject.
During normal playback, movement in the images may not
look smooth.
Because the colour and brightness of the playback image
may become unstable, avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light.
If you are using either Gain-up Mode
AE Mode the shutter speed was adjusted manually, this setting will be cancelled.
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Manual Iris Adjustment
Depending on zoom magnification, there are iris values
that will not be displayed.
If you are using Programme AE Mode
adjust the iris. If the iris is adjusted manually, this setting will be cancelled.
If you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after setting the
Iris, the value set for the Iris will be cancelled.
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Digital Effect Functions
It is not possible to use [MULTI], [P-IN-P], [WIPE], [MIX] or
[TRACER] of [EFFECT1] together with the digital modes of [EFFECT2] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu.
If you have set [EFFECT2] to [B/W] or [SEPIA], changing
the selected White Balance Mode is not possible.
When [PROGRESSIVE] on the [CAMERA SETUP]
Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the digital modes of [EFFECT1] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu cannot be used.
(l44) In the following cases, using the Digital Effect Function is not possible.
Card Mode
, you cannot adjust the shutter speed. If
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or Programme
, you cannot
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It is as follows when [GAINUP] is selected.
Manual Focus ModeThe shutter speed and White Balance cannot be operated.The Sports Mode [5], the Portrait Mode [7] and Low
Light Mode [4] are cancelled.
Wipe Mode and Mix Mode
If either one of the following operations is carried out, stored images will be erased, and Wipe and Mix Functions cannot be used.
Use the Camera Search FunctionPress the [STILL] Button
Picture-in-Picture
If the Movie Camera is turned off, the smaller picture
disappears.
Titles cannot be inserted into the smaller picture.
Multi-Picture Mode
If the [MULTI] Button is pressed while self-recording Mirror
Mode upper right corner of the screen, but, in reality, the picture is recorded from the upper left corner as usual.
Multi-Picture Mode cannot be used in digital still picture
mode.
The quality of Multi images deteriorates slightly.The top and bottom of the Multi pictures will be cut off
slightly.
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Playing Back
is used, the still picture is displayed from the
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Repeat Playback
If you continue to press the [1] Button for 5 seconds or longer, the Movie Camera switches to Repeat Playback Mode, and the [R !] Indication appears. (To cancel Repeat Playback Mode, set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF].)
Listening to Playback Sound through Headphones (NV-GS5 only)
If you want to use the headphones to listen to the playback sound, set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [OUT/PHONES] and connect the headphones to the [PHONES] Socket no sound (including a warning sound and shutter sound) will be reproduced through the built-in speaker of the Movie Camera.
on the Movie Camera. In this case,
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Choosing Sound during Playback
You can select the sound by using the [AUDIO OUT] setting on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu. STEREO:Stereo Sound (main sound and sub sound) L: Left channel sound (main sound) R: Right channel sound (sub sound) If you dub a tape recorded at the [12bit] selected as the
[AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING SETUP] Sub-Menu, playback sound becomes stereo sound regardless of the [AUDIO OUT] setting if [12bit AUDIO] is set to [MIX].
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Index Search Functions
Index Search may not be possible at the beginning of tape.Because Photoshot Index Signals are not recorded on still
pictures recorded in Continuous Photoshot Mode, the Photoshot Index Search Function cannot be used for these still pictures.
Scene Index Search may not function properly if the
interval between 2 scene index signals is shorter than 1 minute.
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Playback Zoom Function
You cannot adjust the sound volume with the Remote
Controller in Playback Zoom Mode.
If you turn off the Movie Camera power or if you switch
from VCR Mode to Camera Mode, Playback Zoom Mode is automatically cancelled.
Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being used, images
that are output from the DV Terminal Picture Terminal
As you enlarge an image, the quality of image suffers.During a Playback Zoom, the Variable Speed Search
Function cannot be changed with the Remote Controller.
are not enlarged.
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Playback Digital Effect Functions
Signals of images to which digital effects are added during
playback cannot be output from the DV Terminal Digital Still Picture Terminal
You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while playing
back the non-recorded portion of tape.
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Playing Back on Your TV
If you set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP]
Sub-Menu to [IN/OUT] with NV-GS5, nothing will be shown on the TV screen except during playback.
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Audio Dubbing
The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed.Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot be dubbed.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.
If you set the tape counter back to 0 at the position where
you want to stop Audio Dubbing so as to make it possible to use the Memory Stop Function terminated automatically when the tape reaches this position.
In the case of importing data recorded with Audio Dubbing
to a PC using the PCs software programme, only the original sound (ST1) may be imported, depending on the software programme.
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Recording the Contents of Other
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.
, Audio Dubbing is
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or
Equipment
Recording to a Card
If you set the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector to [CARD], you can use the Card Photoshot function for external input signals.
Black streaks may appear at the 4 edges of the image.When the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed, the image
may seem to move backward momentarily, but this does not affect the recording.
If the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is set to
[VOICE], recording to a Card is not possible.
During the recording with analog input, a Card Photoshot
Function cannot be used.
Analog-Digital Conversion
When the Movie Camera is connected with other digital
video equipment through its DV Terminal, images recorded in analog form from other external equipment can be output to the digital video equipment through the DV Terminal.
To DV-output analog video signals sent from other
equipment, set [DV OUT] on the [AV IN/OUT SETUP] Sub-Menu to [ON]. (Normally, keep the [DV OUT] set to [OFF]. If it is set to [ON], the quality of the image may be disturbed.)
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Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing)
Regardless of the setting, digital dubbing is carried out
automatically in the same audio recording mode as that of the Cassette on the playback-side.
The images on the monitor of the recording side may be
disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded images.
Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback Zoom, or
Playback Title In have been used, these effects are not output from the DV Terminal.
Even if you use device equipped with DV Terminals (such
as IEEE 1394), you may not be able to perform Digital Dubbing in some cases.
Date or other information to be displayed cannot be
displayed if the software of the connected equipment does not support the display function.
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Recording on a Card
The Shutter Effect cannot be used.If [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY] is selected for recording,
mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image depending on the image content.
During automatic copying tape pictures onto a Card, the
number of pictures that can still be recorded on the Card is displayed. When it becomes [0], the Tape is set to the Recording Pause Mode.
Pictures with wide-screen format signals cannot be copied.
Card Photoshot
The sound cannot be recorded.The shutter speed becomes 1/501/500.
Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4)/Recording Voice (Voice Recording Function)
The file format supported by this Movie Camera is ASF.
(Not all the ASF formatted files will be played back.)
[PHOTO SHOT] Button does not operate.The sound is recorded in the monaural that is mixed [L] and
[R] of the stereo sound.
When the colour of the screen changes or blurs, adjust the
shutter speed manually to 1/50, 1/100 or 1/125.
The Zoom Microphone Function is disabled.The continuous recording time for voice depends on the
capacity of the memory card. (24 hours, max.)
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Playing Back a Card
If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the screen
becomes white and the [NO FILE] Indication appears.
If you attempt to play back a file recorded in a different
format or a file data is defective, the [k] Indication and the [CARD ERROR] Indication may appear as warning.
When playing back a picture recorded by another
equipment, its size and that of this Movie Camera may appear differently.
This Movie Camera can also play back the Mega-Pixel still
pictures recorded with the other equipment. However it takes longer than usual time.
When playing back a picture recorded by another
equipment, its size and that of this Movie Camera may be indicated differently.
MPEG4 data cannot perform Cue/Review Playback, Slow
Motion Playback (forward direction and reverse direction), Still Advance Playback (forward direction and reverse direction) or Jog Playback.
There are no hardware or software compatible with the
voice data. Even our Movie Camera products (NV-MX7), SD-Juke box and IC recorder (RR-XR320) compatible with SD Memory Card cannot playback the voice data. There are no hardware or software compatible with the voice data.
For the MPEG4 moving pictures recorded on the camera
other this camera, k may be displayed when they are played back. If the [1] Button is pressed in this case, [!] will be displayed for a few seconds and the next image will be displayed.
If an MPEG4 moving picture is played continuously for a
long time, the playback may stop in the midway and the Movie Camera may freeze while a still picture is being displayed. Under the condition, press the [RESET] button.
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Voice Power Save (NV-GS5 only)
Voice Power Save Function is to turn off the monitor to
reduce the power consumption when no operation is done
in the Voice Recording Mode. When [VOICE POWER
SAVE] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS] Menu is set to [ON],
the power save function is activated, and the screen turns
off in a few seconds after some operations such as play or
recording. The Voice Power Saving Function is cancelled when any
operation is performed.
Do not forget to turn off the power.
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Recording a Card Image on a Tape
If you attempt to record a still picture with a large image
size on a Tape, there may be a reduction in the quality of
the image. When recording the Card Images on a Tape, a Photoshot
index signal is automatically recorded with a picture. Even if you edit the Slide Show, it is not applied to the order
in copying the pictures.
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Slide Show
The playback time can be set from 5 to 99 seconds.Perform the Slide Show Settings with your Movie Camera
in use. It may take playback time longer than usual time
depending on the picture. When performing the Slide Show after the Titles are
displayed, the Titles disappear.
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Creating a Title
When the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is set to
[MPEG4] or [VOICE], Title Creation Function is not
possible. Even if the contrast of the Title is adjusted, the portions
where there is little difference between light and dark and
where the boundary between light and dark is unclear may
not appear. The Title may not appear well if something small is used for
it. If titles are created, the number of images that can be
recorded on a Card decreases. If the number of images that can be recorded on a Card is
small, you may not be able to create a title.
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Adding a Title
When the [TAPE/CARD/CARD MODE] Selector is set to
[MPEG4] or [VOICE], Title In Function is not possible. The Title Function and Digital Effects cannot be used
simultaneously. When a title is displayed in Playback Mode, the title is not
output from the DV Terminal or Digital Still Picture
Terminal. The Multi-Picture Mode cannot be used once the title is
inserted.
Original titles are added after the preset titles.
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Lock Setting
The Lock Setting carried out by this Movie Camera is only
effective for this Movie Camera. The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If
the switch is moved to the [LOCK] side, you cannot write to
or format the Card. If it is moved back, you can.
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Using a Card in a Personal Computer (NV-GS4/GS5 only)
To erase pictures that you recorded on the Card by using
the Movie Camera, be sure to erase them on the Movie
Camera, not on the computer.
Using the optional DV Editing Software (Motion DV
STUDIO) for Windows (VW-DTM20/21/22), variety of visual effects can be added and title can be created.
You may not be able to properly play back or search the
images on the Movie Camera after editing the recorded data or changing the image data on a personal computer.
The image data files recorded on the Card with this Movie
Camera conform to the DCF (Design Rules for Camera Files Systems universal standard) stipulated by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
Moving Picture format (MPEG4) that can be played back
on this device is ASF. (Depending on the file, it may not be able to be played back even if it is in ASF format.)
Constructing a Folder when the Card is used with a PC
When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a
personal computer, folders will be displayed as in the figure.
:NV-GS5 only
[100CDPFP]: The images (Imga-0001.jpg, etc.) in this
folder are recorded in the JPEG format.
[MISC]: Files in which DPOF Data has been set to
the image are in this.
[TITLE]: This contains the data of the preset titles
(Pre00001.ttl) and original titles (Usr00001.jpg, Usr00001.ttl, etc.).
[PRL001]: MPEG4 moving picture is recorded in ASF
format (MOL00001.ASF etc.). It can be played back with Windows Media Player (ver.6.4 and later). Because of small size, this File is well suited for transmitting data through telephone line etc.. To play back moving picture with Windows Media Player, select a file and double click. Necessary software is automatically downloaded and starts playing back. (Internet connection is required.)
[DCIM], [IM01CDPF], [PRIVATE], [VTF], [SD_VIDEO],
[SD_VOICE], etc. are necessary items in the folder structure. They have nothing to do with actual operations.
In the Card Photoshot Mode, the Movie Camera
automatically saves file numbers (Imga-0001.jpg, etc.) along with the images. The file numbers are recorded with each image as a consecutive number.
In the [SD_VC100] folder, the Voice data (Mob001.vml
etc.) is recorded. It, however, cannot be played back on Personal Computer.
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The [SD_VOICE] folder and the Voice files in the folder are
set as hidden. Depending on the settings of your personal computer, this hidden folder and these hidden files might not appear in Windows Explorer or the My Computer screen.
The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card
label corresponds to the total amount of the capacity to protect and manage the copyright and of the capacity available as a conventional memory for a Movie Camera, Personal Computer or others. Capacity that can be used as conventional memory:
8MB Card: about 6,800,000 bytes The supplied SD Memory Card contains Preset title so the actual capacity may be smaller.
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DPOF
Perform the DPOF Settings with your own Movie Camera
in use. Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little time. Wait
until the [ACCESS] Lamp goes out.
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Cautions for Use
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After Use
Take out the Cassette.
1
Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF].
2
Take out the Card. (NV-GS4/GS5 only)
3
Detach the power supply and retract the
4
Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens
5
Cap.
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Cautions for Use
When you use your Movie Camera in a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters inside the Movie Camera.
Water may cause the Movie Camera or Cassette to
malfunction. (Irreparable failure may occur.) If sea water splashes onto the Movie Camera, wet a soft
cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the
camera body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with
a soft dry cloth.
Keep the Movie Camera away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.).
If you use the Movie Camera on or near a TV, images or
sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave
radiation. Do not use near a cell phone because doing so may cause
noise to adversely affect the picture and sound. By strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large
motors, recording on the tape may be damaged, or images
may be distorted. Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a
microprocessor may adversely affect the Movie Camera,
causing the disturbance of images and sounds. If the Movie Camera is affected by magnetically charged
equipment and does not function properly, turn off the
Movie Camera power and detach the Battery or AC
Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again.
Thereafter, turn on the Movie Camera power.
Do not use your Movie Camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
If you record pictures near radio transmitters or
high-voltage lines, recorded images or sounds may be
adversely affected.
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. (l9, 11)
Do not use this Movie Camera for surveillance purpose or other business use.
If you use the Movie Camera for a long period of time, the
internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction.
This Movie Camera is not intended for business use.
When you use your Movie Camera on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the Movie Camera.
Sand or dust may damage the Movie Camera or Cassette.
(Care should be taken when inserting and removing the Cassette.)
Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Movie Camera.
If the Movie Camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the
camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off.
Do not keep rubber or plastic product in contact with the
Movie Camera for a long period of time.
Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Movie Camera.
The camera body may be deformed and the surface finish
may peel off.
Before cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out the AC
Mains Lead from the AC mains socket.
Wipe the Movie Camera with a soft dry cloth. To remove
stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterward finish wiping with a dry cloth.
For storing or transporting the Movie Camera, place it in a
bag or case lined with soft pads so as to prevent the coating on the camera body from being worn.
After use, be sure to take the Cassette out and detach the Battery from the Movie Camera or pull out the AC Mains Lead from AC mains socket.
If the Cassette is left in the Movie Camera, the tape sags
and deteriorates.
If the Battery is left on the Movie Camera for a long time,
the voltage drops excessively, and the Battery will not function even after it is recharged.
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About AC Adaptor
If the temperature of the Battery is extremely high or
extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp may continue flashing, and the Battery may not be charged. After the temperature of the Battery has decreased or increased sufficiently, charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE] Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be faulty. In this case, please contact a dealer.
If the Battery is warm, charging takes a longer time than
normal.
If you use the AC Adaptor near a radio, radio reception
may be disturbed. Keep the AC Adaptor 1 metre or more away from radio.
When the AC Adaptor is in use, it may generate whirring
sounds. However, this is normal.
After use, be sure to pull out the AC Mains Lead from the
AC mains socket. (If they are left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.)
Keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and Battery always
clean.
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Condensation
If the Condensation Indication flashes after the Movie Camera is turned on, condensation has formed inside the Movie Camera. In this case, the Movie Camera power is turned off automatically after about 1 minute. Follow the steps below:
Take out the Cassette.
1
None of the other functions operate. Depending on the
amount of condensation, removing the Cassette may even become difficult. If this happens, wait for 2 to 3 hours before taking the Cassette out.
Open the Cassette Compartment Cover and
2
wait for 2 to 3 hours.
The number of hours to wait depends on the amount of
condensation and ambient temperature.
2 to 3 hours later, turn on the Movie Camera
3
power and check to see if the Condensation Indication is displayed.
Even if the Condensation Indication is not displayed,
as a precaution, please wait for another hour before using the Movie Camera.
Watch for Condensation even before the Condensation Indication is displayed.
Because condensation takes place gradually, the
Condensation Indication may not be displayed during the first 10 to 15 minutes of condensation formation inside the Movie Camera.
In extremely cold places, condensation may freeze and
form frost. In this case, the frost melts first, thus forming condensation, and then it takes another 2 to 3 hours to eliminate the condensation.
When the Lens is Fogged:
Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF] and leave the Movie Camera in this condition for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally.
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Video Head Clogging and Care
If the heads (the parts that make contact with 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 Movie Camera cannot record at all.
Causes of Dirty Heads
Large quantity of dust in the airHigh-temperature and high-humidity environmentDamaged tapeLong operating hours
Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner
Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie Camera
1
in the same manner as a Video Cassette. Press the [1] Button, and approximately
2
20 seconds later, press the [
] Button. (Do not rewind the tape.) Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video
3
Cassette and start recording. Then, play the tape back to check the recorded image. If the image is not still clear, repeat Steps 1 to
4
3. (Do not use the Head Cleaner for 3 times or more consecutively.)
Notes:
Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner.
Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and then use it again from the beginning in the same manner as before.
If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the tape may
be damaged. In this case, immediately stop using that Cassette.
Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive cleaning
may cause excessive wear of the heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be played back even after the heads are cleaned.)
If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner,
the Movie Camera needs to be cleaned at a service centre. Please consult a dealer.
Video Head Cleaners can be purchased from service
centres.
Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered a
malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the warranty.
Periodical Check-up
To maintain the highest image quality, we recommend replacement of worn parts, such as heads, etc., after approximately 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends on operating conditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust, etc.)
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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.
Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use
Be sure to detach the Battery from the Movie Camera. (If it is left attached to the Movie Camera, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the Movie Camera power is off.) If the Battery is left attached to the Movie Camera for a long time, over discharge takes place. The Battery may become unusable after it is charged.
Disposing of an Unusable Battery
The Battery has a limited life.Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may cause an
explosion.
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 Movie Camera or AC Adaptor may damage the Movie Camera or AC Adaptor.
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Cautions for Storage
Before storing the Movie Camera, take the Cassette out and detach the Battery.
Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature. (Recommended Temperature: 15 to 25oC, Recommended Humidity: 40 to 60%)
Movie Camera
Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the
Camera.
Do not leave the Movie Camera in places that expose it to
high temperature.
Battery
Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will
shorten the life of the Battery.
If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the terminal
may rust and cause malfunctions.
Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in contact with metal objects (such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in a short circuit or heat generation and, if you touch the Battery in this condition, you may be badly burned.
Store the Battery in a completely discharged state. To store
the Battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you completely use up the charged capacity.
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 Movie Camera 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.
Card (NV-GS4/GS5 only)
When the Card is being read, do not remove the Card, turn
off the power, or subject it to vibration or impact.
Do not leave the Card in places where there is high
temperature or direct sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated.
Do not bend or drop the Card. The Card or the recorded
content may be damaged.
After use, be sure to remove the Card from the Movie
Camera.
After usage, store the supplied SD Memory Card in the
enclosed bag.
Do not touch the terminals on the back of the Card with
your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter it.
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LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood
LCD Monitor
In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation
may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth.
If your Movie Camera is extremely cold when you turn its
power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to the normal brightness.
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Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 112,000 pixels. 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.
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Viewfinder
Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun. Internal
components may be seriously damaged.
When the Movie Camera is used with a large capacity
Battery (CGP-D28S/CGP-D320; optional) attached to it, it is not practical to look in the Viewfinder from behind the Battery. In this case, pull the Viewfinder to see easily.
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Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the Viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 113,000 pixels. 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.
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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
(VW-LT3014E; optional), Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW3007E; optional), MC Protector (VW-LMC30E; optional), or ND Filter (VW-LND30E; optional), first of all, turn the Lens Hood counterclockwise. If the MC Protector or ND Filter is used, the Lens Hood can be mounted on the filter.
If you push the [W/T] Lever toward [W] during recording
with the filter or conversion lens attached to the Movie Camera, 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 Movie
Camera so as to shut out unnecessary light.
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Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions)
Power 1: The Movie Camera power cannot be turned on.
1: Is the power source connected correctly?
2: The Movie Camera power is turned off
automatically.
2: If you leave the Movie Camera in Recording Pause
Mode for more than 6 minutes, the power is turned off automatically to protect the tape and to save the Battery power.
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3: The Movie Camera power does not stay on long
enough.
3-1: Is the Battery low? Charge the Battery or attach a fully
charged Battery.
3-2: Has condensation occurred? Wait until the
Condensation Indication disappears.
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(l49) Battery 1: Battery runs down quickly.
1-1: Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the AC
Adaptor.
1-2: Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold place? In
cold places, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter.
1-3: 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.
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(l49)
2: The Battery cannot be charged.
2: If the DC Input Lead is connected to the AC Adaptor,
charging cannot be performed. Disconnect the DC Input Lead.
Normal Recording 1: Recording does not start although power is
supplied to the Movie Camera and the Cassette is correctly inserted.
1-1: Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the
Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed.
1-2: Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new Cassette.
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1-3: Is the Movie Camera power turned on? 1-4: Is the [CAMERA] Lamp on? If the [CAMERA] Lamp is
not on, no recording function can be operated.
1-5: Has condensation occurred? Wait until the
Condensation Indication disappears.
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(l49) Other Recording 1: Auto Focus Function does not work.
1-1: Is Manual Focus Mode selected? If Auto Focus Mode is
selected, focus is automatically adjusted.
1-2: There are some recording subjects and recording
surroundings for which the Auto Focus Function does not operate correctly. In this case, use the Manual Focus Mode to adjust the focus.
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Editing 1: Audio dubbing cannot be performed.
1-1: Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the
Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed.
1-2: Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that was
recorded in LP Mode? LP Mode does not allow audio dubbing to operate.
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(l16) Indications 1: The Time Code becomes inaccurate.
1: The Time Code Indication counter may not be constant
in the reverse direction in Slow Motion Playback Mode, but this is not a malfunction.
2: The Remaining Tape Time Indication disappears.
2: When you record still pictures in Photoshot Mode, the
Remaining Tape Time Indication may disappear temporarily. However, it reappears when recording normally.
3: The Remaining Tape Time Indication does not
match the actual remaining tape time.
3-1: If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously
recorded, the remaining tape time cannot be displayed correctly.
3-2: In some cases, the Remaining Tape Time Indication
may show remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.
Playback (Pictures) 1: Pictures cannot be played back even when the [
1
Button is pressed.
1: Is the [VCR] Lamp on? If the [VCR] Lamp is not on, the
playback function cannot be used.
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2: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during
Cue, Review or Slow Motion Playback.
2: This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video
systems. It is not a malfunction.
3: Although the Movie Camera is correctly connected
to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.
3: Have you selected Video Input on the TV? Please
read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input sockets used for the connection.
4: Playback picture is not clear.
4: Are the heads of the Movie Camera dirty? If the heads
are dirty, playback image cannot be clear.
(l 49) Playback (Sound) 1: Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker
of the Movie Camera or the headphones.
1: Is the volume too low? During playback, keep pressing
the [PUSH] Dial until the [VOLUME] Indication appears. Then, turn the [PUSH] Dial to adjust the volume.
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2: Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.
2: [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS]
Sub-Menu of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] Main-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.
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3: The original sound was erased when audio dubbing
was performed.
3: If you perform audio dubbing on a recording done 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.
4: Sounds cannot be played back.
4-1: Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is being
played, is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu of the [VCR FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu set to [ST2]? To play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing, [12bit AUDIO] must be set to [ST1].
4-2: Is the Variable Speed Search Function working? Press
the [1] Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function.
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Card (NV-GS4/GS5 only) 1: Recorded pictures are not clear.
1: Is [PICTURE QUALITY] on the [CARD SETUP]
Sub-Menu set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY]? If recording is done with it set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY], images with fine details may include a mosaic-like pattern. Set [PICTURE QUALITY] to [FINE].
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2: Card Photoshot Playback images do not look
normal.
2: 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.
3: During Playback the [
3: The image was either recorded in a different format, or
data is damaged.
4: Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be used.
4: Either the Movie Camera or the Card may be damaged.
Please consult a dealer.
t
] Indication is displayed.
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Explanation of Terms
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Digital Video System
In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape. This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration. In addition, it automatically records data, such as Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals.
Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS Cassettes
Because this Movie Camera employs a digital system for recording image and sound data, it is not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog recording system. The size and shape of the Cassette are also different.
Compatibility with Output Signals
Because AV signal output from the AV signal output socket is analog (the same as conventional video systems), this Movie Camera can be connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a TV for playback.
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Focus
Auto Focus Adjustment
The Auto Focus System automatically moves forward and backward the focusing lens inside the Movie Camera to bring the subject into focus so that the subject can be seen clearly. However, the Auto Focus System does not function properly for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions.
Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.
1) Recording a subject whose one end is located closer to the Movie Camera and the other end farther away from it
Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at the centre
of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both foreground and background.
2) Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass
Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the subject
behind the glass will not be focused.
3) Recording a subject in dark surroundings
Because the light information that comes through the
lens decreases considerably, the Movie Camera cannot focus correctly.
4) Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects
Because the Movie Camera focuses on the objects
with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects, the recording subject may become blurry.
5) Recording a fast-moving subject
Because the focus lens-inside moves mechanically, it
cannot keep up with the fast-moving subject.
6) Recording a subject with little contrast
Because the Movie Camera achieves focus based
upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry.
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Time Code
Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (25 frames per second). If this data is included in a recording, an address is assigned to each image on the tape. The Time Code is automatically recorded as a part of the
sub-code at each recording.
When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette is inserted,
the Time Code automatically starts from zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted, the Time Code picks up from the point where the last scene was recorded. (In this case, when the Cassette is inserted, the zero display [0h00m00s00f] may appear, but the Time Code starts from the previous value.)
The Time Code cannot be reset to zero.Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded from the
beginning of a tape, accurate editing may not be possible. To ensure that the Time Code will be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the use of the Camera Search Function before recording a new scene.
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Memory Stop Function
The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations.
Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a desired position
Set [DISPLAY SETUP] >> [C.DISPLAY] >>
1
or the Blank Search Function
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[MEMORY]. Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape
2
position from which you want to play it back later.
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Start playback or recording.
3
After playback or recording has finished:
4
Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Movie Camera to VCR Mode.
The [VCR] Lamp lights up.
Rewind the tape.
5
The tape automatically stops approximately at the
position where the counter was set to zero.
Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing
Set [DISPLAY SETUP] >> [C.DISPLAY] >>
1
[MEMORY]. Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the position
2
where you want to stop editing. Play back the still picture where you want to
3
start audio dubbing. Start audio dubbing.
4
Audio dubbing automatically stops at the position
where the counter was set to zero.
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Specifications
Digital Video Camera
Power Source: DC 7.9/7.2 V Power Consumption:
Recording Format: Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video
Tape Used: 6.35 mm digital video tape Recording/Playback Time: SP: 80 min.; LP: 120 min. (with
Video Recording System: Digital Component Television System: CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour
Audio Recording System: PCM Digital Recording
Image Sensor: 1/4-inch CCD Image Sensor Lens: Auto Iris, F1.8,
Filter Diameter: 30.5 mm Zoom: 10:1 Power Zoom Monitor: 2.5-inch LCD Viewfinder:
Microphone: Stereo Speaker: 1 round speaker ‰ 20 mm Standard Illumination: 1,400 lx Minimum Required Illumination: 1 lx (Colour Night View Mode) Video Output Level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm S-Video Output Level: Y Output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
Audio Output Level (Line): 316 mV, 600 ohm Video Input Level: S-Video Input Level:
Audio Input Level (Line):
Mic Input: Mic sensitivity –50 dB
Digital Still Picture: Digital Still Picture Output, Control
USB/Mini-SystemD:
Digital Interface:
Dimensions: Approx. 68 (W)k89 (H)k
Weight: Approx. 470 g (without Battery and DV
Operating Temperature: 0 oC Operating Humidity: 10% Card Memory Functions Recording Media: MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card Image Compression: JPEG Video Compression: Still Image Size: VGA Recording, 640k480 Sound Compression:
Information for your safety
(NV-GS1/GS3)
2.6 W (When using Viewfinder)
3.6 W (When using LCD Monitor)
(NV-GS4/GS5)
2.6 W (When using Viewfinder)
3.6 W (When using LCD Monitor)
SD Format)
DVM80)
signal
16 bit (48 kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4ch)
Focal Length; 3.15–31.5 mm, Macro (Full Range AF)
(NV-GS1/GS3/GS4)
Electronic Viewfinder
(NV-GS5)
C Output: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohm
(NV-GS5) (NV-GS5)
Y Input: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm C Input: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohm
(NV-GS5)
316 mV, 10 kohm or more
(0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack)
Signal Input/Output (Transfer rate: max. 115 kbps)
(NV-GS4/GS5)
Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant (max. 12 Mbps) No copyright protection support/ Mini-System editing terminal
(NV-GS1/GS4)
DV Output Terminal (IEEE 1394, 4-pin)
(NV-GS3/GS5)
DV Input/Output Terminal (IEEE 1394, 4-pin)
114 (D) mm
cassette) Approx. 550 g (with CGR-D08R and DVM60)
j j
Recording
Recording
Colour Electronic Viewfinder
1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
40 oC
80%
(NV-GS4/GS5)
(NV-GS5)
(NV-GS5)
MPEG4
G.726
AC Adaptor
Power Source: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 20 W DC Output: DC 7.9 V, 9 W (Movie Camera
Dimensions: 70 (W) Weight: Approx. 165 g
Weight and dimensions are approximate values. Specifications may change without prior notice.
Information for your safety
Operation) DC 8.4 V, 1.2 A (Battery Charging)
45 (H)k116 (D) mm
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Index
ªA
AC Adaptor ................................................................... 9, 48
Audio Dubbing .................................................................. 30
Auto Focus ....................................................................... 52
ªB
Backlight Compensation ................................................... 20
Black & White Mode ......................................................... 24
Blank Search .................................................................... 27
ªC
Camera Search ................................................................ 17
Card Photoshot ................................................................ 33
Card Playback .................................................................. 36
Charging the Battery .......................................................... 9
Cinema Mode ................................................................... 20
Colour Night View Function .............................................. 20
Condensation ................................................................... 49
Continuous Photoshot ...................................................... 18
Cue Playback ................................................................... 26
ªD
Date/Time Indication ........................................................ 43
Date/Time Setting ............................................................. 16
Digital Effects ................................................................... 24
Digital Still Picture ............................................................ 18
Digital Zoom ..................................................................... 19
DPOF Setting ................................................................... 41
Dubbing ...................................................................... 31, 32
ªE
Erasure Prevention Slider ................................................ 10
ªF
F Number ......................................................................... 23
Fade ................................................................................. 19
File Search Mode ............................................................. 37
Formatting ........................................................................ 41
Free Style Controller .......................................................... 7
ªG
Gain-up Mode ................................................................... 24
ªH
Headphones ..................................................................... 45
ªI
Iris ..................................................................................... 23
ªJ
Jog Playback .................................................................... 27
ªL
LCD Monitor ..................................................................... 11
Lock Setting ...................................................................... 40
Low Light Mode ................................................................ 21
ªM
Macro Close-up ................................................................ 18
Manual Focus ................................................................... 23
Memory Stop .................................................................... 52
Menu Screen .................................................................... 12
Microphone ....................................................................... 18
Mirror Mode ...................................................................... 24
Mix Mode .......................................................................... 24
Mosaic Mode .................................................................... 24
Moving Picture (MPEG4) Recording ................................ 35
ªN
Negative Mode ................................................................. 24
ª P
Photoshot ....................................................................18, 33
Picture Size .......................................................................37
Playback Digital Effects ....................................................29
Playback Zoom .................................................................28
Portrait Mode ....................................................................21
Programme AE .................................................................21
ª Q
Quick Start ........................................................................20
ª R
Recording Check ..............................................................17
Recording Pause Mode ....................................................17
Recording Speed ..............................................................16
Remaining Tape Time .......................................................42
Remote Controller ...............................................................7
Repeat Playback ...............................................................45
Review Playback ...............................................................26
ª S
Self-Recording ..................................................................17
Sepia Mode .......................................................................24
Shutter Speed ...................................................................23
Slide Show ........................................................................38
Slow Motion Playback .......................................................27
Solarisation Mode .............................................................24
Sound Volume ..................................................................26
SP/LP Mode ......................................................................16
Sports Mode .....................................................................21
Spotlight Mode ..................................................................21
Still Advance Playback ......................................................27
Strobe Mode .....................................................................24
Surf & Snow Mode ............................................................21
ª T
Time Code ........................................................................52
Trailing Effect Mode ..........................................................24
ª V
Variable Speed Search .....................................................26
Video Head Clogging ........................................................49
Viewfinder ...................................................................11, 50
Voice Power Save ............................................................47
Voice Recording ...............................................................35
ª W
White Balance ...................................................................21
Wipe Mode ........................................................................24
ª Z
Zoom .................................................................................18
Zoom Microphone .............................................................18
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