Panasonic NV-GS30 User Manual

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VCR Mode

∫

Continuous Index Search

If the [9] Button or the [:] Button (55) is pressed for 2 seconds or longer, search can be continued at several-second intervals. (To cancel, press the [1] Button

(69)

(67)

(69) or the [∫] Button (67).)

/REW

PLAY

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

INDEX INDEX

STOP

FF/

STILL ADV

;

∫

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

Playback Zoom Function

A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback.

1 During playback, press the [P.B. ZOOM]

To Change the Zoom Magnification

2 Change the magnification by pressing the

To Change the Enlarging Area of an Image

3 Press the Arrow Button (π, ∑, ∏, ∫) (53)

To Cancel the Playback Zoom Function

Press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button (61) on the Remote Controller.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

(61) on the Remote Controller.

Button

SELECT

VAR.

(53) (53)

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

ITEM

P.B.

ZOOM

(61)

SET

≥The centre of the image is enlarged to

approximately 2 times.

PB ZOOM 2t

[W] Button or [T] Button

(59) on the Remote

Controller.

DATE/

OSD

TIME

COUNTER

RESET TITLE

MULTI/

¥REC

P-IN-P

/REW

PLAY FF/

615

SHOT

A.DUB

STOP

ZOOM

sVOLr

START/

PHOTO

on the Remote Controller that points to the area you want to enlarge.

(59)

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Playback Digital Effect Functions

During playback, special digital effects can be added to the recorded pictures. The same effects as those of Digital Effects 1 and 2, which are used during recording, are obtained.

1 Press the [1] Button (69).

/REW

(69)

PLAY

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

INDEX INDEX

STOP

2 Press the [SELECT] Button (56) on the

Remote Controller to select a desired digital effect.

(56)

(58)

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

≥When the [SELECT] Button is pressed

repeatedly, the digital effect selection changes.

≥The same setting can be done using

[DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu on the [VCR FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu.

To suspend Playback Digital Effect Temporarily

Press the [OFF/ON] Button (58) to suspend or restart the digital effect. When the digital effect is paused temporarily, the selected effect’s indication flashes.

To Cancel the Digital Effect

Press the [SELECT] Button (56) on the Remote Controller and clear the digital effect indication.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

ª Wipe Mode and Mix Mode

Press the [1] Button (69).

/REW

(69)

PLAY

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

INDEX INDEX

STOP

2 Press the [SELECT] Button (56) on the

Remote Controller and select [WIPE] or [MIX].

(56)

(57)

(58)

SELECT

STORE

OFF/ON

P.B.DIGITAL

;

∫

VAR.

;

∫

VAR.

FF/

STILL ADV

FF/

STILL ADV

P.B.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

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P.B.

ZOOM

SET

ITEM

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VCR Mode

3 Press the [STORE] Button (57) at the

moment you want to save as a still picture.

≥The [B] or [C] Indication appears, and

the image is saved.

4 Press the [OFF/ON] Button (58) in the scene

in which you want to use the Wipe or Mix effect.

≥The scene changes as a result of the Wipe or

Mix effect.

≥The Wipe Function and Mix Function can be

used only from the Remote Controller during playback.

≥If the [OFF/ON] Button

(58) is pressed while

Wipe or Mix is carried out, the effect will stop temporarily at that point. Pressing the [OFF/ON]

(58) again will bring back the effect.

Button

ª Playing back with Multi-Picture Mode

Strobe Multi-Picture Mode [STROBE]

You can capture 9 consecutive still pictures from playback video.

Manual Multi-Picture Mode [MANUAL]

Selecting a desired still picture one at a time, you can capture 9 still pictures.

Index Multi-Picture Mode ([PHOTO], [SCENE])

You can capture 9 screens of pictures to which index signals have been attached.

1 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >>

[DIGITAL EFFECT] >> [EFFECT SELECT] >> [MULTI].

(40) (32)

WB/SHUTTER/IRIS/

PUSH

MF/VOL/JOG

2 Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >>

[MULTI-PICTURES] >> [SCAN MODE] >> [STROBE], [MANUAL], [PHOTO] or [SCENE].

When [STROBE] is selected:

≥Set the [SPEED] to a desired strobe speed.

At the [FAST] setting, 9 consecutive still pictures is captured within approximately 1 second, at [NORMAL] within approximately 2 seconds, and at [SLOW] within approximately 3 seconds.

≥If you set [SWING] to [ON], the intervals at

which the 9 still pictures are taken are longer at the beginning and end than in the middle of the swing strobe period, and it is useful for analyzing swing motion, etc. in sports.

3 Play back the tape.

(4)

BACK LIGHT

4 Press the [MULTI] Button (9).

(9)

MULTI/ P-IN-P

If [STROBE] is selected:

≥9 screens are automatically captured starting

at the point which the Button is pressed.

If [MANUAL] is selected:

≥Press the [MULTI] Button at each scene you

want to capture. When 9 screens are captured, the tape will stop.

If [PHOTO] or [SCENE] is selected:

≥From the point at which the [MULTI] Button is

pressed, 9 screens of pictures to which index signals are attached are captured in the playback direction. After 9 screens are captured, the tape will stop, but if there are 8 or less pictures to be captured, the tape will stop at its end.

Deleting all the captured Multi pictures

While displaying the multi-pictures that have been captured, press the [MULTI] Button ≥If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the

[MULTI] Button after 9 pictures are displayed.

To display the Multi-Pictures again

Press the [MULTI] Button (9) for 1 second or longer.

To Delete Multi pictures one by one

(When Pictures have been captured in Manual Mode) When the [MULTI] Button

(9) is pressed for

1 second or longer while the still pictures are displayed, the pictures captured last is deleted. If you continue to press the Button, the pictures are deleted consecutively. ≥After still pictures are deleted one by one, they

cannot be displayed again.

To Cancel Capturing Pictures (When Pictures have been captured in Index Mode)

Press the [∫] Button.

(9).

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VCR Mode

To Search the tape position of a desired picture among the playback pictures displayed on 9 screens

1 After displaying pictures in Multi-Picture

Mode, turn the [PUSH] Dial image whose tape position you want to search.

(32)

W.B / SHUTTER / IRIS

PUSH

MF / VOL / JOG

≥The selected picture is marked with a frame.

(32) to select the

2 Press the [:] or [9] Button (55) on the

Remote Controller.

/REW

PLAY

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

INDEX INDEX

STOP

(55) (55)

≥A still picture playback takes place at the

selected picture.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

FF/

STILL ADV

;

∫

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Playing Back on Your TV

By connecting your Movie Camera with your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen. ≥Before connecting them, turn off the power of

both the Movie Camera and TV.

1 Connect the [A/V OUT] Socket of the Movie

Camera and the Video and Audio Input Sockets of the TV.

21-pin Adaptor

[S-VIDEO IN]

[VIDEO IN]

[AUDIO IN]

≥When plugging the pin plug of the AV cable

into the [A/V OUT] Socket, plug it in as far as it goes.

To Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen

Press the [OSD] Button (48) on the Remote Controller.

START/

PHOTO

(48)

DATE/

OSD

TIME

SHOT

STOP

≥If your TV is not equipped with AV Input

Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

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Audio Dubbing

You can add music or narration to the recorded Cassette. ≥If the tape recorded in the [16bit] Mode is

dubbed with the Audio Dubbing function, the original sound is erased. (If you wish to preserve the original sound, use the [12bit] Mode when recording.)

≥Audio Dubbing cannot be performed on a

recording done in LP Mode. (

1 Press the [;] Button (66) on the Remote

Controller where you want to add new sound.

MULTI/

¥REC

P-IN-P

PLAY

/REW

615

STILL ADV

PAUSE

;

INDEX INDEX

STOP

∫

2 Press the [A.DUB] Button (52) on the

Remote Controller.

3 To start Audio Dubbing, press the [;]

(66) on the Remote Controller.

Button

To Cancel Audio Dubbing

Press the [;] Button (66) on the Remote Controller. The Movie Camera is in the Still Playback Mode again.

A.DUB

FF/

STILL ADV

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(52)

sVOLr

(66)

S-VIDEO

OUT

A/V OUT

REMOTE/MIC

PHONES

(PLUG IN POWER)

≥Using the AV Cable 1, make a connection

with the TV. If the TV has an S-Video Socket, connect the S-Video Cable 2, too.

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VCR Mode

To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing

Set [VCR FUNCTIONS] >> [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2] or [MIX]. ST1: It plays back only the original sound. ST2: It plays back only the sound added by Audio

Dubbing.

MIX: It plays back both the original sound and the

sound added by Audio Dubbing simultaneously.

To dub audio while listening to a pre-recorded sound

When pausing the audio dubbing, set the [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS] Sub-Menu to [ST2] and you can check the pre-recorded sound. Use headphones to listen to the pre-recorded sound while dubbing the audio.

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

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Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette

(Dubbing) After connecting the Movie Camera and the VCR as illustrated, start the following procedures.

≥Be sure to press the [OSD] Button (-7-) on the

Remote Controller prior to copying so that no indications are visible. Otherwise, the displayed tape counter and function indications are also copied.

Movie Camera:

1 Insert the recorded Cassette.

VCR:

2 Insert an unrecorded Cassette with an

erasure prevention tab.

≥If various setups (such as external input, tape

speed, etc.) are required, please refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.

Movie Camera:

3 Press the [1] Button to start playback.

VCR:

4 Start recording. 5 Press the Pause or Stop Button to stop

recording.

Movie Camera:

6 Press the [∫] Button to stop playback.

Using the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing)

By connecting this Movie Camera with other digital video equipment that has a DV Input/Output Terminal using a DV Cable VW-CD1E (optional) 1, dubbing can be done in the digital format.

21-pin Adaptor

S-VIDEO

OUT

[VIDEO IN]

[AUDIO IN]

A/V OUT PHONES

REMOTE/MIC

(PLUG IN POWER)

[S-VIDEO IN]

1 AV Cable 2 S-Video Cable

≥If your TV is not equipped with AV Input

Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

≥Only the NV-GS30 can be used as a Recorder.

Player/Recorder:

1 Insert the Cassette and set to the VCR

Mode.

Player:

2 Press the [1] Button (69) to start playback.

MULTI/

¥REC

A.DUB

sVOLr

PLAY

/REW

FF/

615

PAUSE

;

STOP

∫

STILL ADV

(51)

(69)

(66)

(67)

P-IN-P

STILL ADV

INDEX INDEX

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VCR Mode

Recorder:

3 While pressing the [REC] Button (51), press

the [PLAY] Button

≥Recording starts.

To Stop Dubbing

Press the [;] Button (66) or the [∫] Button (67).

(69).

≥For other notes concerning this item, see

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Personal Computer Connection Kit

Using the optional Personal Computer Connection Kit, you can import still pictures into your personal computer.

S-VIDEO

TO PC

OUT

(24)

≥Use the Digital Still Picture Terminal [TO PC]

(24) when using the Personal Computer

Connection Kit.

≥When recording, be careful not to cut off the

Time Code from the start of the tape.

≥For more details on the operating environment,

connections, and procedures, please refer to Personal Computer Connection Kit’s operating instructions.

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Others

Indications

Various functions and the Movie Camera status are shown on the screen. r: Remaining Battery Power ≥When the battery power becomes low, the

Indication changes. When the battery is discharged completely, the u (v) Indication flashes.

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 -20- MULTI: Multi Mode -25- P-IN-P: P-IN-P Mode -25- WIPE: Wipe Mode -25- MIX: Mix Mode -25- STROBE: Strobe Mode -25- GAIN UP: Gain-up Mode -25- TRAIL: Trailing Effect Mode -25- MOSAIC: Mosaic Mode -25- MIRROR: Mirror Mode - 25- NEGA: Negative Mode -25- SEPIA: Sepia Mode -25- B/W: Black & White Mode -25- SOLARI: Solarisation Mode -25- PB ZOOM: Playback Zoom -31- SP: Standard Mode (Recording

Speed Mode)

LP: Long Play Mode (Recording

Speed Mode) INDEX: Index signal recording -30- S 1: Search Number -30- 5k: Zoom Magnification Indication

AUTO: Automatic Mode -17-

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MNL: Manual Mode -22- [: Image Stabilizer -20- 12 bit, 16 bit: Audio Recording Mode -16- MF: Manual Focus -25-

ª: Back Light Mode -21- 5: Sports Mode (Programme AE)

7: Portrait Mode (Programme AE)

-22-

4: Low Light Mode (Programme AE)

-22-

Ω: Spotlight Mode (Programme AE)

-22-

º: Surf & Snow Mode (Programme

-22-

AE)

-22-

REC: Recording -17- PAUSE: Recording Pause -17-

: Self-Timer Recording -19-

-22-

-16-

: When connecting the Free Style

Remote Controller with Mic to [REMOTE] Socket and the [TALK] Button is pressed, this indication appears.

-18-

!: Playback -28-/Forward Camera

-17-

": Reverse Camera Search -17- ;: Still Playback -29- %: Fast-forward/Cue Playback -28- &: Rewind/Review Playback -28-

~, }: Slow Motion Playback -29-

";, ;!: Still Advance Playback -29- *, ): Index Search -30-

CHK: Recording Check -17- A.DUB !: Audio Dubbing -33- A.DUB ;: Audio Dubbing Pause -33- PHOTO: Photoshot Mode Recording -18- BLANK: Blank Search -30- R !: Repeat Playback -41- 2k%: Variable Speed Search -28- 1/500: When you adjust shutter speed

manually, this indication appears.

F2.4: When you adjust the F Number

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manually, this indication appears.

1: White Balance setting Mode -23-

-24-

z: Outdoor Mode -23- {: Indoor Mode (recording under

incandescent lamp)

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C.NIGHT VIEW:

Colour Night View Function

0LUX NIGHT VIEW:

0 Lux Night View Function Z.MIC: Zoom Microphone -20- WIND CUT: Wind Noise Reduction -22- æ: Progressive Photoshot Mode -19- VOLUME: Volume adjustment -28- 15:30:45: Date/Time Indication -36-

ª 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). (

-14-) By repeatedly pressing the

[COUNTER] Button on the Remote Controller, you can change the Counter Display Mode.

ª 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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ª To Change the Display Mode

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

-14-)

[OFF]. (

Owner ID

You can register your name and address in your Movie Camera to identify the owner.

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>

[OTHER FUNCTIONS1] >> [OWNER ID SET] >> [YES].

≥The [OWNER ID] Menu appears.

2 Turn the [PUSH] Dial (32) to select

[PIN NUMBER] and press the [PUSH] Dial

(32) to input desired numbers.

3 Turn the [PUSH] Dial (32) to select numbers

and press the [PUSH] Dial them.

≥Be sure to input 4 digits. Otherwise the Pin

Number will not be registered.

(32) to enter

4 Press the [∫] Button. 5 Repeat Steps 2–4 to input desired

characters for [NAME] and [POSTCODE].

≥You can input up to 12 characters in [NAME],

and up to 11 characters in [POSTCODE].

6 Press the [∫] Button to finish the setup.

To Verify Owner ID

Keep pressing the [;] Button for approximately 5 seconds.

To Correct the Contents

If Owner ID has already been set, carrying out Step 1 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, you can change the contents.)

Initializing the Modes

You can change the Menu settings back to the shipping condition.

1 Set [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] >>

[OTHER FUNCTIONS2] >> [INITIAL SET] >> [YES].

≥The initializing takes for a while. ≥After the initializing is completed, the

[COMPLETED] Indication appears with beeps.

≥Initializing will not erase the Owner ID setting

and the clock setting ( adjusted.

-15-) that has been

Warning/Alarm Indications

If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the condition of the Movie Camera.

3: Condensation has occurred. 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.

6: The Battery is low. Recharge it. -9- 0: The built-in battery is low. -16- :: The video heads are dirty. -4 3- 2END:

The tape came to end during recording.

REMOTE:

Wrong Remote Controller Mode has been

selected. UNPLAYABLE TAPE (OTHER FORMAT):

You are attempting to play back a tape

section that has been recorded with a

different TV system. UNABLE TO A. DUB (LP RECORDED):

Because the original recording was done in

LP Mode, audio dubbing cannot be

performed. INCOMPATIBLE TAPE:

This Cassette is incompatible. PLEASE RE-OPERATE AFTER PUSHING RESET BUTTON:

Mechanism Irregular is detected. Press the

[RESET] Button (

problem. TO SERVICE:

It is a malfunction. COPY INHIBITED:

Because the medium is protected by a copy

guard, images cannot be recorded

correctly.

-9-

-7-). This may solve the

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Notes and Hints

ª 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 the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.

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ª 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.

≥When the Cassette Holder is in action, do not

touch anything except the [PUSH CLOSE] Button.

≥When closing the Cassette Compartment

Cover, do not get anything caught in the cover, such as a cable of an optional stereo microphone.

ª Alarm Sounds

When [BEEP SOUND] on the [OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows. 1 Beep

≥When you start recording ≥When you switch the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch

from [OFF] to [ON]

2 Beeps ≥When you pause recording 2 Beeps for 4 times ≥If you perform a wrong operation before or

during recording

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.

ª Quick Start

≥During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute

amount of electricity is consumed.

≥When the Movie Camera is left in the Recording

Pause Mode for 6 minutes, it will be turned into the Quick Start Standby Mode. To turn the Movie Camera on again, set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF] and then set it to [ON] again. (The Quick Start Mode will be restored.)

≥This Function is not activated when a tape is not

inserted even if the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights:

≥In the following cases, Quick Start is temporarily

cancelled when the Quick Start Mode is set. Set the Camera Mode again, and the Quick Start Mode will be restored.

≥Set to the VCR Mode ≥The Battery is replaced

≥If the [QUICK START] Button is pressed and

held for approximately 2 seconds during the Quick Start Standby Mode, the Lamp will go off and the Movie Camera will completely be turned off.

≥If the Movie Camera is not operated for

approximately 30 minutes when the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights, the Lamp will go off and the Movie Camera will completely be turned off.

≥In the Automatic White Balance Mode, the

colour may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning of the recording.

≥The zoom magnification differs from when it is

in the Quick Start Standby Mode and when the recording starts.

ª 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 images may change.

≥Using the Night View Functions cancels the

Progressive Photoshot Function.

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] -20- ≥1/750 s or faster shutter speed -24-

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

-22-), the brightness of

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≥When [EFFECT1] is set to [WIPE], [MIX],

[STROBE], [GAIN UP], [TRAIL], [MOSAIC], [MIRROR]

≥When the pictures are displayed on a Multi

screen

ª Self-timer Recording

≥When [BEEP SOUND] on the

[OTHER FUNCTIONS1] Sub-Menu on the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is set to [ON], the beep sound will be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self-timer Standby Mode.

≥By operating the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch, the

Self-timer Standby Mode is cancelled.

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 Zoom Microphone Function

≥The Zoom Microphone Function may not work

effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.

≥It does not work with an external microphone.

ª Digital Zoom Functions

≥As the magnification of digital zoom increases,

the quality of image may deteriorate.

≥White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom

range.

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.

≥Within the digital zoom range, or when

recording with a conversion lens attached, the Image Stabilizer Function may not work effectively.

ª Backlight Compensation Function

≥When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight

Compensation Function does not work.

≥By operating the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch, the

Backlight Compensation Function is cancelled.

ª Night View Functions

≥In a bright place, such as the outdoors, the

recorded picture may become whitish.

≥In a dark place, the recorded picture is

presented in a time-lapse-like manner.

≥Adjust the Focus manually. ≥The Progressive Photoshot Function is

automatically turned off.

≥The Continuous Photoshot Function cannot be

used.

≥White Balance cannot be set. ≥The shutter speed cannot be adjusted. ≥The Image Stabilizer, Programme AE or Digital

Effect Modes in [EFFECT1] cannot be set.

≥When recording with the Night View Function, it

is recommended to use the tripod.

≥The Night View Function makes the signal

charging time of CCD longer up to 25 times than usual, so that the dark scenes that are invisible for naked eyes can be recorded brightly. For this reason, a bright dots may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

ª Wind Noise Reduction Function

≥It does not work with the microphone on the

Free Style Remote Controller with Mic nor an external microphone.

≥When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone

is regulated depending on the strength of wind to reduce wind noise.

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 TV’s 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.

≥Using the Cinema Mode deactivates [MULTI]

and [P-IN-P] of [EFFECT1].

≥Depending on the software in use, the imported

Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly.

ª Programme AE

≥If any of the Programme AE Modes is selected,

you cannot adjust the shutter speed (

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(

≥You cannot use Sports Mode, Portrait Mode or

Low-Light Mode with Gain-up Mode [GAIN UP].

≥When using Sports Mode, Portrait Mode or

Low-Light Mode, using the Night View Function cancels this mode.

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Sports Mode

≥During normal playback, the image

movement may not look smooth.

≥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.

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.

≥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.

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.

ª 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 [GAIN UP] or [EFFECT2] to [SEPIA] or to [B/W].

≥When you set the Zoom to 10k or higher ≥During Digital Still Picture Mode ≥When you display a Menu ≥When you use the Night View Mode

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.

ª 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 Gain-up Mode (

Programme AE Mode (

-21-), you cannot adjust the shutter speed.

(

-22-) or Night View Mode

-25-),

ª Manual Iris Adjustment

≥Depending on zoom magnification, there are iris

values that will not be displayed.

≥If you are using Night View Mode (

Programme AE Mode (

-22-), you cannot adjust

-21-) or

the iris.

≥If you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after

setting the Iris, the value set for the Iris will be cancelled.

ª Digital Effect Functions

≥It is not possible to use [MULTI], [P-IN-P],

[WIPE], [MIX] or [TRAIL] 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. (

≥Setting the Cinema Mode cancels the

Picture-in-Picture Mode and the Multi-Picture Mode.

In the following cases, using the [EFFECT1] on the [DIGITAL EFFECT] Sub-Menu is not possible.

≥When [PROGRESSIVE] is set to [ON] ( ≥When the Night View Mode is set (

It is as follows when [GAIN UP] is selected.

≥Manual Focus Mode ≥The 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 Function ≥Press the [STILL] Button

Picture-in-Picture Mode

≥If the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch is operated, the

smaller picture disappears.

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-19-)

-21-)

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Multi-Picture Mode

≥If the [MULTI] Button is pressed while

self-recording Mirror Mode (

-18-) is used, the still

picture is displayed from the 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.

ª Playing Back

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].)

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].

ª 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.

ª 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 (

-35-) are not enlarged.

(

-6-) or Digital Still 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.

ª Playback Digital Effect Functions

≥Signals of images to which digital effects are

added during playback cannot be output from the DV Terminal ( Terminal (

-6-) or Digital Still Picture

-35-).

≥You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while

playing back the non-recorded portion of tape.

Multi-Picture Mode (VCR Mode)

≥The quality of Multi images deteriorates slightly. ≥Playback Multi-Mode screens cannot be output

through the DV Terminal ( Picture Terminal (

-6-) or Digital Still

-35-).

≥If there is input from DV Terminal, a multi

screen cannot be created. (NV-GS30 only)

≥If you switch the Movie Camera from the Index

Multi-Picture Mode over to the Camera Mode, the setting of [SCAN MODE] on the [MULTI-PICTURES] Sub-Menu of the [CAMERA FUNCTIONS] Main-Menu is automatically set to [STROBE].

ª Playing Back on Your TV

≥Picture size may be displayed differently when

playing back a Cinema picture on a wide-screen TV with [B/W] or [SEPIA] of Playback Digital Effect.

ª 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 PC’s software programme, only the original sound (ST1) may be imported, depending on the software programme.

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ª 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 or Playback

Zoom have been used, these effects are not output from the DV Terminal.

≥Even if you use device equipped with DV

Terminals (such as IEEE1394), 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.

Cautions for Use

ª After Use

Take out the Cassette. (-12-)

1 2 Set the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch to [OFF]. 3 Detach the power supply and retract the

Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor. (

4 To protect the Lens, attach the supplied

Lens Cap.

ª 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.

-9-, -12-)

≥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.

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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ª 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.

ª 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:

1 Take out the Cassette.

≥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.

2 Open the Cassette Compartment Cover and

wait for 2to 3hours.

≥The number of hours to wait depends on the

amount of condensation and ambient temperature.

3 2 to 3 hours later, turn on the Movie Camera

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.

ª 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 air ≥High-temperature and high-humidity

environment

≥Damaged tape ≥Long operating hours

Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner

1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie

Camera in the same manner as a Video Cassette.

2 Press the [1] Button, and approximately

20 seconds later, press the [∫] Button. (Do not rewind the tape.)

3 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video

Cassette and start recording. Then, play the tape back to check the recorded image.

4 If the image is not still clear, repeat

Steps 1 to 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.

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≥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.)

ª 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.

ª 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.

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ª 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.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor 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.

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 (CGA-DU21; optional) attached to it, it is not practical to look in the Viewfinder from behind the Battery.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the Viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 67,500 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.

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-LT2714N2E; optional), Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW2707N2E; optional), MC Protector (VW-LMC27E; optional), or ND Filter (VW-LND27E; 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 and conversion lens attached together 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.

Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions)

Power 1: The Movie Camera power cannot be turned

on.

• Is the power source connected correctly? (

2: The Movie Camera power is turned off

automatically.

• 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. (

3: The Movie Camera power does not stay on

long enough.

• Is the Battery low? Charge the Battery or attach a fully charged Battery. (

• Has condensation occurred? Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears. (

Battery 1: Battery runs down quickly.

• Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the AC Adaptor. (

-10-)

• Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold place? In cold places, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. (

-44-)

• 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.

2: The Battery cannot be charged.

• 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.

• Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed. (

• Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new Cassette. (

-12-)

• Is the Movie Camera power turned on? (

• Is the [CAMERA] Lamp on? If the [CAMERA] Lamp is not on, no recording function can be operated. (

-17-)

• Has condensation occurred? Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears. (

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-17-)

-10-)

-12-)

-9-)

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Other Recording 1: Auto Focus Function does not work.

• Is Manual Focus Mode selected? If Auto Focus Mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted. (

-25-)

• 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. (

-47-)

Editing 1: Audio dubbing cannot be performed.

• Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed. (

-12-)

• Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that was recorded in LP Mode? LP Mode does not allow audio dubbing to operate. (

-16-)

Indications 1: The Time Code becomes inaccurate.

0 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.

• 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.

• If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously recorded, the remaining tape time cannot be displayed correctly.

• 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.

0 Is the [VCR] Lamp on? If the [VCR] Lamp is not

on, the playback function cannot be used. (

-28-)

2: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images

during Cue, Review or Slow Motion Playback.

• This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction.

3: Although the Movie Camera is correctly

connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.

• Have you selected “Video Input” on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input sockets used for the connection.

4: Playback picture is not clear.

• Are the heads of the Movie Camera dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be

-43-)

clear. (

Playback (Sound) 1: Sound is not played back from the built-in

speaker of the Movie Camera or the headphones.

0 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. (

-28-)

2: Different sounds are reproduced at the

same time.

• [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. (

-34-)

3: The original sound was erased when audio

dubbing was performed.

• 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.

• 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]. (

-34-)

• Is the Variable Speed Search Function working? Press the [1] Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function. (

-28-)

Others 1: The Free Style Remote Controller with Mic

does not operate correctly.

• If it is not plugged in tightly, it will not operate correctly.

2: The Movie Camera clatters when shaking it.

• It is a sound of the lens moving, not a malfunction.

Explanation of Terms

ª 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.

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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.

ª 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.

ª 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 (

-30-) before recording a new scene.

(

-17-) or the Blank Search Function

ª Memory Stop Function

The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a desired position

1 Set [DISPLAY SETUP] >> [C.DISPLAY] >>

[MEMORY].

2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape

position from which you want to play it back later. (

-7-, -14-)

3 Start playback or recording. 4 After playback or recording has finished:

Rotate the [OFF/ON/MODE] Switch and set the Movie Camera to VCR Mode.

≥The [VCR] Lamp lights up.

5 Rewind the tape.

≥The tape automatically stops approximately

at the position where the counter was set to zero.

Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing

1 Set [DISPLAY SETUP] >> [C.DISPLAY] >>

[MEMORY].

2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the

position where you want to stop editing.

3 Play back the still picture where you want to

start audio dubbing.

4 Start audio dubbing. (-33-)

≥Audio dubbing automatically stops at the

position where the counter was set to zero.

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Specifications

Digital Video Camera

Information for your safety

Power Source:

DC 7.9/7.2 V

Power Consumption:

Recording

2.1 W (When using Viewfinder)

3.0 W (When using LCD Monitor)

Recording Format:

Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format)

Tape Used:

6.35 mm digital video tape

Recording/Playback Time:

SP: 80 min.; LP: 120 min. (with DVM80)

Video Recording System:

Digital Component

Television System:

CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal

Audio Recording System:

PCM Digital Recording 16 bit (48 kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4ch)

Image Sensor:

1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor

Lens:

Auto Iris, F1.8, Focal Length; 2.3–23 mm, Macro (Full Range AF)

Filter Diameter:

27 mm

Zoom:

10:1 Power Zoom

Monitor:

2.5-inch LCD

Viewfinder:

Electronic Viewfinder

Microphone:

Stereo

Speaker:

1 round speaker

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 C Output: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Audio Output Level (Line):

316 mV, 600 ohm

Mic Input:

Mic sensitivity –50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack)

Digital Still Picture (TO PC):

Digital Still Picture Output, Control Signal Input/Output (Transfer rate: max. 115 kbps)

‰ 20 mm

Digital Interface:

(NV-GS10) DV Output Terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin) (NV-GS30) DV Input/Output Terminal (IEEE1394,

4-pin)

Dimensions:

Approx. 66 (W)

Weight:

Approx. 430 g (without Battery and DV cassette) Approx. 490 g (with CGA-DU07 and DVM60)

Operating Temperature:

oC–40oC

Operating Humidity:

10%–80%

AC Adaptor

Information for your safety

Power Source:

AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption:

19 W

DC Output:

DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Movie Camera Operation) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery Charging)

Dimensions:

61 (W)

Weight:

Approx. 105 g

Weight and dimensions are approximate values. Specifications may change without prior notice.

k83 (H)k110 (D) mm

k32 (H)k91 (D) mm

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Index

ª Numerics

0 Lux Night View Function .............................21

ª A

AC Adaptor ................................................ 9, 43

Audio Dubbing ............................................... 33

Auto Focus ....................................................47

ª B

Backlight Compensation .. ..................... ......... 21

Black & White Mode ......................................25

Blank Search ................................................. 30

ª C

Camera Search .............................................17

Charging the Battery ......................................10

Cinema Mode ................................................ 22

Colour Night View Function ...........................21

Condensation ................................................ 43

Continuous Photoshot ...................................19

Cue Playback ................................................ 28

ª D

Date/Time Indication ......................................36

Date/Time Setting .......................................... 15

Digital Effects ................................................. 25

Digital Still Picture ..........................................19

Digital Zoom ..................................................20

Dubbing ......................................................... 34

ª E

Erasure Prevention Slider ................... ........... 12

ª F

F Number .......................................................24

Fade .............................................................. 20

Free Style Remote Controller ..........................8

ª G

Gain-up Mode ................................................ 25

ª I

Iris ..................................................................24

ª J

Jog Playback ................................................. 29

ª L

LCD Monitor ............................................13, 45

Low Light Mode .............................................22

ª M

Macro Close-up ............................................. 19

Manual Focus ................................................ 25

Memory Stop ................................................. 47

Microphone .................................................... 20

Mirror Mode ...................................................25

Mix Mode .......................................................25

Mosaic Mode .................................................25

Multi-Picture Mode .........................................27

ª N

Negative Mode .............................................. 25

ª P

Photoshot ...................................................... 18

Picture-in-Picture Mode .................................26

Playback Digital Effects ........................... 31, 32

Playback Zoom .............................................. 31

Portrait Mode ................. ............ .................... 22

Programme AE ..............................................22

ª Q

Quick Start .... ..................... ..................... ....... 18

ª R

Recording Check ........................................... 17

Recording Pause Mode ................................. 17

Recording Speed ...........................................16

Remaining Tape Time ................................... 36

Remote Controller ........................................... 7

Repeat Playback ...........................................41

Review Playback ........................................... 28

ª S

Self-Recording ...... ..................... .................... 18

Self-timer Recording ............ ..................... ..... 19

Sepia Mode ................................. .................. 25

Shutter Speed .......... ................................ ..... 24

Slow Motion Playback ................................... 29

Solarisation Mode .......................................... 25

Sound Volume ................... ..................... ....... 28

SP/LP Mode .................................................. 16

Sports Mode .................................................. 22

Spotlight Mode ..............................................22

Still Advance Playback ............ ..................... . 29

Strobe Mode .................................................. 25

Surf & Snow Mode ........................................ 22

ª T

Time Code ............................. ..................... ... 47

Trailing Effect Mode ........................ ........... ... 25

ª V

Variable Speed Search .................................28

Video Head Clogging ......................... ........... 43

Viewfinder ................................................ 12, 45

ª W

White Balance ................................. ........... ... 23

Wipe Mode .................................................... 25

ª Z

Zoom ............................................................. 19

Zoom Microphone ......................................... 20

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F0103Me2033 ( 2500 C )

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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