Panasonic NV-GS35EB User Manual

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Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camera

Model No. NV-GS35EB

NV-GS21EB

NV-GS17EB

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Information for Your Safety

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment.

AC Adaptor

≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor.

Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded threepin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.

If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

ª IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol Ó.

ª Before Use

Remove the Connector Cover.

ª How to replace the Fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug. 1) Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

2)Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse

Fuse (5 ampere) (5 ampere)

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Operating Instructions

≥These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-GS35, NV-GS21 and NV-GS17.

≥The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions show model NV-GS35, however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.

≥Depending on the model, some functions are not available.

≥Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.

≥SD Logo is a trademark.

≥All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks of their respective corporations.

Files recorded on a SD Memory Card

It may not be possible to play back the files on this Movie Camera recorded on and created by other equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check the compatibility of the equipment in advance.

≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Pages for reference

Pages for reference are indicated by dashes either side of a number, for example: -00-

The menu operation flow is indicated by >> in the description.

Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not use any other AV cables and USB cables except the supplied one.

≥When you use the cable which are sold separately, please make sure to use the one whose length is less than 3 meters.

ª WARNING

Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

ª Carefully observe copyright laws.

Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

≥The Movie Camera uses copyright-protected technologies and is protected by the patented technologies and intellectual properties of Japan and the U.S. To use these copyrightprotected technologies, authorization of the Macrovision Company is required. It is prohibited to disassemble or modify the Movie Camera.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety ..................................	2
Before using
Accessories..........................................................	5
Optional................................................................	5
Parts identification and handling ..........................	5
Fitting the lens cap ..............................................	7
The grip belt .........................................................	7
Using the LCD monitor.........................................	8
Using the viewfinder.............................................	8
Power supply .......................................................	9
Charging time and recordable time....................	10
Inserting/removing a cassette ............................	10
Inserting/removing a card ..................................	11
Turning the camera on.......................................	12
Selecting a mode ...............................................	12
How to use the joystick ......................................	13
Switching the language......................................	14
Using the menu screen ......................................	14
Setting date and time .........................................	15
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder......................	16
Using the remote control
(NV-GS35 only) ...............................................	16
Recording with the built-in LED video light
(NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only)........................	18
Record mode
Check before recording......................................	19
Recording on a tape...........................................	20
Recording a still picture on a tape
(Photoshot) (NV-GS17 only) ...........................	20
Recording still pictures on a card while
recording image onto a tape............................	21
Check the recording...........................................	21
Blank search function.........................................	21
Recording still pictures onto a card
(Photoshot)......................................................	21
Zoom in/out function ..........................................	22
Recording yourself .............................................	23
Quick start..........................................................	23
Backlight compensation function .......................	24
Night view functions ...........................................	24
Soft skin mode ...................................................	24
Fade in/fade out function ...................................	25
Wind noise reduction function............................	25
Self-timer recording
(NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only)........................	25
Recording images for wide-screen TVs .............	26
Image stabilizer function ....................................	26
Continuous Photoshot........................................	27
Recording in various situations
(Scene mode)..................................................	27

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Recording in natural colours
(White balance) ...............................................	28
Manual focus adjustment ...................................	29
Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment........	29
Playback mode
Playing back tape...............................................	31
Slow-motion playback/
frame-by-frame playback.................................	31
Variable-speed search function
(NV-GS35 only) ...............................................	32
Playback on TV ..................................................	33
Playing back card...............................................	33
Deleting files recorded on a card .......................	34
Formatting a card ...............................................	35
Protecting files on a card....................................	35
Writing the printing data on a card
(DPOF setting) ................................................	35
Edit mode
Recording from a tape onto a card.....................	37
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR
(Dubbing).........................................................	37
Using the DV Cable for Recording
(Digital Dubbing)..............................................	38
Audio dubbing (NV-GS35 only)..........................	38
Menu
Menu list.............................................................	40
Menus related to taking pictures ........................	42
Menus related to playback .................................	42
Other menus ......................................................	42
Others
Indications ..........................................................	43
Warning/alarm indications..................................	44
Functions cannot be used simultaneously .........	45
Before requesting repair
(Problems and solutions).................................	46
Cautions for Use ................................................	49
Explanation of terms ..........................................	53
Specifications
Specifications .....................................................	54
Index ..................................................................	55

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Before using

ª Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

≥For UK customers: 08705 357357 ≥For Republic of Ireland customers:

01 289 8333

≥Visit our website for product information ≥E-mail: [e-mail]

Technical Support for AV Software ≥For callers in UK: 08701 505610 ≥For callers in ROI: 0044 8701 505610

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

≥Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday–Friday 9:00am– 5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays).

≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk.

≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

≥All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK

Ltd.

≥It couldn’t be simpler!

≥Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Accessories

The followings are the accessories supplied with this product.

1)

VSK0651B	K2GJ2DC00011	VJA0940
(DE-974GA)
2)	3)	4)
	CR2025
CGR-DU06	N2QAEC000012	K2KC4CB00020

5)6)

VFC3506-1A

K1HA05CD0010

1)AC adaptor, DC input lead, AC mains lead

-9-

2)Battery pack -9-

3)Remote control, button-type battery (supplied with NV-GS35) -16-

4)AV cable -37-

5)Shoulder strap (supplied with NV-GS35) -7-

6)USB cable supplied with NV-GS35 and NV-GS21, CD-ROM supplied with NV-GS35

Optional

1)AC adaptor (VW-AD11EB)

2)Battery pack (lithium/CGR-DU06/640mAh)

3)Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU07/680mAh)

4)Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU12/1150mAh)

5)Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU14/1360mAh)

6)Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU21/2040mAh)

7)Wide conversion lens (VW-LW3007E)

8)Tele conversion lens (VW-LT3014E)

9)ND filter (VW-LND30E)

10)MC protector (VW-LMC30E)

11)Tripod (VW-CT45E)

12)DV cable (VW-CD1E)

13)Jacket pouch (VW-SJ05E)

≥Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

Parts identification and handling

ªCamera

(1) (4)

(2)

	(5)
	(6)
(3)	(7)

(1)Built-in LED video light (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) -18-

(2)Microphone (built-in, stereo) -23-, -25-

(3)Grip belt -7-

(4)Lens

≥Fit the MC protector (VW-LMC30E; optional), the ND filter (VW-LND30E; optional), the tele conversion lens (VW-LT3014E; optional) or the wide conversion lens (VW-LW3007E; optional) in front of the lens. Do not fit the other accessories. (except for the lens cap)

(5)White balance sensor -28-

Remote control sensor (NV-GS35 only)

-17-

(6)Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -37-

(7)Microphone terminal [MIC] (NV-GS35 only)

≥When connecting an external microphone or audio equipment to this jack, the built-in microphone does not operate.

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(8)(9)

(10)(11)

(8)Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] -19-, -27-, -29-

(9)Reset button [RESET] -44-

(10)USB terminal []

(11)DV terminal [DV] -38-

	(17)
	(18)
(12)	(19)
	(20)
	(21)
(13)	(22)
(14)	(23)
(15)	(24)
(16)

(12) Viewfinder -8-, -52-

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

(13)DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -9-

(14)Battery holder

(15)S-Video output terminal [S-VIDEO] -33-

(16)Battery release lever [BATTERY RELEASE] -9-

(17)Power switch [OFF/ON] -12-

(18)Power lamp -12-

(19)Quick start recording button [QUICK START] -23-

Quick start recording lamp -23-

(20)Light button [LIGHT] (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) -18-

(21)Menu button [MENU] -14-

(22)Joystick -13-

(23)Mode dial -12-

(24)Recording start/stop button -20-

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(27)

(25)(28)

	(29)
	(30)
(26)	(31)

(25) LCD monitor -8-, -52-

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

(26)LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -8-

(27)Speaker -31-

(28)Card access lamp (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) -11-

(29)Card slot cover (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) -11-

(30)Card slot (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only)

-11-

(31)Card slot cover open lever (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) -11-

(33)

(34)

(32)	(35)
	(36)

(32)Cassette holder -10-

(33)Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -10-

(34)Cassette cover -10-

(35)Zoom lever [W/T] -22-

Volume lever [s /VOLr] -31-

(36)Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -21-

(37)

(37) Tripod receptacle

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This is a hole for attaching the camera to optional tripod/VW-CT45E. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the camera.)

≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.

(38)

(38) Shoulder strap fixture

1

3

≥Put the strap (NV-GS35 only) through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3 by at least 2 cm.

≥Fit the other end of the belt similarly.

Fitting the lens cap

Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens.

1The lens cap and lens cap cord comes preattached to the grip belt.

Pass the end of the lens cap cord through the attached eye on the lens cap. Then pass the lens cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight.

1	2

≥When you remove the lens cap, press the knobs firmly.

The grip belt

Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.

1 Adjust the belt length.

2

1 3

1 Flip the belt.

2 Adjust the length.

3 Fix the belt.

≥When not using the Lens Cap, pull the Lens Cap Cord in the direction of the arrow. 1 ≥When you are not recording, be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection. 2

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Using the LCD monitor

You can record the image while viewing it on the LCD monitor opened.

1Put a finger on the LCD monitor open part and pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

≥The viewfinder will go off. ≥It can open up to 90o.

2Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor as you prefer.

1 180o

2 90o

≥It can rotate up to 180o 1 towards the lens or 90o 2 towards the viewfinder.

≥The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu.

≥If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the camera may be damaged or fail.

≥Check that the card slot cover is closed. ≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o

towards the lens (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder will be simultaneously activated.

Using the viewfinder

ª Extending the viewfinder

1Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by pinching the extension knob.

ª Adjusting the field of view

1Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.

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≥You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder from the menu.

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Power supply

ª Charging the battery

When this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this product.

≥Battery charging time (-10-)

≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries.

≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

≥If the DC input lead is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not get charged.

Remove the DC input lead from the AC adaptor.

1Connect the AC mains lead to the AC adaptor and the AC mains socket.

2Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

ªCharging lamp

Lights up:Charging

Goes off: Charging completed Flashing: The battery is over discharged

(discharged excessively). In a while, the lamp will light up and normal charging will start.

When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp flashes and the charging time will be longer than normal.

ªConnecting to the AC outlet

1

1Connect the AC mains lead to the AC adaptor and the AC mains socket.

2Connect the DC input lead to the AC adaptor.

3Connect the DC input lead to this product.

≥The output plug of the AC mains lead is not completely connected to the AC adaptor socket. As shown in 1, there is a gap.

≥Do not use the power cord for other equipment since the power cord is exclusively designed for the movie camera. Or do not use the power cord of other equipment for the movie camera.

ª Fitting the battery

Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.

ª Removing the battery

While sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] lever, slide the battery to remove it.

BATTERY

RELEASE

≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.

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Charging time and recordable time

The times shown in the table below show the times at a temperature of 25oC and a humidity of 60%. This is just a guide. If the temperature is higher or lower than the specified value, the charging time will become longer.

Supplied	A	1 h. 40 min.
battery/	B	1 h. 45 min.
CGR-DU06		(1 h. 25 min.)
(7.2 V/	C	55 min.
640 mAh)		(45 min.)
CGA-DU12	A	2 h. 25 min.
(7.2 V/	B	3 h. 10 min.
1150 mAh)		(2 h. 35 min.)
	C	1 h. 35 min.
		(1 h. 20 min.)
CGA-DU14	A	2 h. 45 min.
(7.2 V/	B	3 h. 40 min.
1360 mAh)		(3 h.)
	C	1 h. 50 min.
		(1 h. 30 min.)
CGA-DU21	A	3 h. 55 min.
(7.2 V/	B	5 h. 30 min.
2040 mAh)		(4 h. 30 min.)
	C	2 h. 45 min.
		(2 h. 15 min.)
CGA-DU07	A	1 h. 30 min.
(7.2 V/	B	1 h. 50 min.
680 mAh)		(1 h. 30 min.)
	C	55 min.
		(45 min.)

A Charging time

B Maximum continuously recordable time C Intermittent recordable time

(The intermittent recordable time refers to recordable time when the recording and stopping operations are repeated.)

“1 h. 10 min.” indicates 1 hour 10 minutes. ≥The battery CGR-DU06 is supplied. ≥The times shown in the table are rough

estimates. The times indicate the recordable times when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses indicate the recordable times when the LCD monitor is used.

≥We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU12, CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording).

≥The recordable time will become shorter in the following cases:

≥When you use both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself etc.

≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. The main unit of the movie camera being used will also heat up. This is normal.

≥Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the display will change: r # s # t # u # v. If the battery discharges, then u (v) will flash.

Inserting/removing a cassette

1Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover.

OPEN/

EJECT

≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassette holder will come out.

2After the cassette holder is opened, insert/ remove the cassette.

≥When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown in the figure, and then securely insert it as far as it goes.

≥When removing, pull it straight out.

3Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder.

1

PUSH

4Only after the cassette holder is completely housed, close the cassette cover by pressing the mark 2.

2

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≥After using, make sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it, and put it in a case. Store

the case in an upright position. (-52-)

≥When condensation is formed on the lens or the main unit of the movie camera, even if no condensation alarm is indicated, condensation may have formed on the heads or the cassette tape. Do not open the cassette cover. (-49-)

ª When the cassette holder does not come out

≥Close the cassette cover completely, and then open it again completely.

≥Check if the battery has run down.

≥Check if the cassette compartment cover is in contact with grip belt as shown below. If so, be sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when opening.

ª When the cassette holder cannot be housed

≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again.

≥Check if the battery has run down.

ª Inserting/removing the cassette

≥When the cassette holder is in action, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark.

≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette, use the blank search function to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you overwrite-record on a previously recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you continue recording.

≥Close the cassette cover tightly.

≥When closing the cassette cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.

ª Accidental erasure prevention

If the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 of a cassette is opened (slide in the direction of the [SAVE] arrow), the cassette cannot be recorded. When recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider of the cassette (slide in the direction of the [REC] arrow).

1

R E C

SAVE

Inserting/removing a card

Before inserting/removing a card, be sure to turn the power [OFF].

≥If the card is inserted or removed with the power turned on, this camera may malfunction or the

data recorded on the card may be lost.

1Open the LCD monitor and then slide the [2OPEN] Lever to open the card slot cover.

2Insert/remove the card into/from the card slot.

1

≥When inserting a card, face the label side 1 towards you and push it straight in with one stroke as far as it goes.

≥When removing the card, open the card slot cover and press the centre of the card and then pull it straight out.

3 Securely close the card slot cover.

ª Concerning the card

≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.

≥Do not format the card with another movie camera or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable.

≥Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of the movie camera or the card may damage or erase the data stored on the card. We recommend saving important data on a personal computer by using a USB cable, PC card adaptor, and USB reader/writer.

ª Card access lamp

≥When the camera accesses the card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up.

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≥If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the card or the recorded data may be damaged or the camera may malfunction.

≥Opening the card slot cover and inserting or removing the card

≥Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode dial

ª SD Memory Card

≥The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of capacity to protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a movie camera, personal computer or other equipment.

ª Concerning the write protection switch on the SD Memory Card

≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to [LOCK], you cannot write to the card, erase the data on it, or format it. If it is moved back, you can.

Turning the camera on

When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.

ª How to turn on the power

1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

≥The power lamp lights up.

1

OFF

ON

ª How to turn off the power

1While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

≥The power lamp goes off.

Selecting a mode

Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.

1 Rotate the mode dial.

≥Set your desired mode to 1.

1	P
	C

: Tape recording mode

Use this when you record the image on a tape. (Also, you can simultaneously record still pictures on a card while recording images on a tape.)

: Tape playback mode

Use this to play back a tape.

: Card recording mode

Use this to record still pictures on a card.

: Picture playback mode

Use this to play back the still pictures recorded on a card.

PC : PC mode

You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer.

(Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)

1

OFF

ON

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How to use the joystick

ª Basic joystick operations

Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display

Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or file, and then push in the centre to set it.

1

3 5

4

2

1 Select by moving up.

2 Select by moving down.

3 Select by moving left.

4 Select by moving right.

5Determine by pushing the centre.

ªJoystick and screen display

Push the centre of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each push switches the display as follows depending on the mode.

(In the Tape playback mode or the Picture playback mode, the icons will be automatically displayed on the screen.)

1)Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])

			OFF
4		Soft skin mode		-24-
2		Fade		-25-
1		Backlight compensation		-24-
3		Night view		-24-
4		Recording check		-21-

2)Tape recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

		OFF
4	White balance	-28-
	Shutter speed
	Iris or gain value
1	Select/Adjust	-28-
2	Select/Adjust	-28-

3) Tape playback mode

OFF

3	Playback/pause	-31-
4	Stop	-31-
2	Rewind (review playback)	-31-
1	Fast forward (cue playback)	-31-

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

		OFF
4		Soft skin mode	-24-
1		Backlight compensation	-24-

5)Card recording mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

					OFF
4				White balance		-28-
				Shutter speed
				Iris or gain value
1				Select/Adjust		-28-
2				Select/Adjust		-28-

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6) Picture playback mode

				OFF
3				Playback/stop	-33-
4				Erase	-34-
2				Playback previous picture	-33-
1				Playback next picture	-33-

Switching the language

You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.

1Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired language.

Using the menu screen

For each individual menu, please refer to -40-.

1 Press the [MENU] button.

MENU

≥The menu corresponding to the mode selected by the mode dial is displayed.

≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed.

2Move the joystick up or down in order to select the top menu.

3Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.

4Move the joystick up or down in order to select the sub-menu.

5Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.

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

7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

ªTo exit the menu screen

Press the [MENU] button.

ªTo get back to the previous screen

Move the joystick left.

ªAbout the menu setting

≥The menu screen does not appear during recording. And you cannot record when the menu screen appears.

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ª Operating with remote control

(NV-GS35 only)

The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used.

1 Press the [MENU] button.

	VAR.	MENU
	SEARCH

ENTER

2Select a menu item.

≥Use the direction buttons (π, ∑, ∏, ∫) and [ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the main unit.

	VAR.	MENU
	SEARCH

ENTER

3Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu screen.

	VAR.	MENU
	SEARCH

ENTER

Setting date and time

If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode or Card

Recording Mode.

1 Set [BASIC] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].

2Move the joystick left or right in order to select the item to be set. Then move the joystick up or down to set the desired value.

≥The year will change as follows: 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...

≥The 24-hour clock is used.

3Press the joystick to determine the setting.

≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.

ª About date/time

≥The date and time function are driven by a builtin lithium battery.

≥Make sure to check the time before recording because the built-in clock is not very accurate.

ª Recharging the built-in lithium battery

≥If [0] or [--] is indicated when the camera is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery runs down. Connect the AC adaptor to the camera or place the battery on the camera, and the built-in lithium battery will be recharged. Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF], the battery is still being recharged.)

WARNING

THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER.

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Before using

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

ª Adjusting the brightness and colour level

1Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >> [YES].

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be adjusted.

[LCD SET]

:Brightness of the LCD monitor

:Colour level of the LCD monitor [EVF SET]

EVF :Brightness of the viewfinder

3Move the joystick left or right to move the bar indication representing the brightness.

4Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to complete the settings.

≥In order to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor, and the

viewfinder will be activated.

≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.

≥These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

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Using the remote control (NV-GS35 only)

ª Remote control

Using the remote control supplied will enable controlling almost all the functions of this camera to be controlled.

(1)
		DATE/	PHOTO	START/
(2)	OSD			STOP
		TIME	SHOT
				ZOOM	(3)
				T	(4)
		¥REC	A.DUB
	V/REW	PLAY	FF/W	W
	STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV	VOL
		STOP
		VAR.		MENU
		SEARCH
			ENTER		(5)

(1)Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -40-

(2)On-screen display button [OSD] -33-

(3)Record button [¥REC]

(not available)

(4)Audio dubbing button [A.DUB] -38-

(5)Direction buttons [π, ∑, ∏, ∫] -15-

		DATE/	PHOTO	START/
	OSD			STOP
		TIME	SHOT
				ZOOM
				T
		¥REC	A.DUB		(7)
	V/REW	PLAY	FF/W	W
(6)
	STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV	VOL
		STOP			(8)
		VAR.		MENU	(9)
		SEARCH

ENTER

(6)Slow/frame-by-frame forward button [E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward) -31-

(7)Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL] ¢

(8)Search button [VAR. SEARCH] -32-

(9)Menu button [MENU] -15-

(10)	OSD	TIME	SHOT	START/	(14)
		DATE/	PHOTO	STOP
				T	(15)
				ZOOM
		¥REC	A.DUB		(16)
(11)	V/REW	PLAY	FF/W	W
(12)	STILL ADV	PAUSE	STILL ADV	VOL
		STOP
(13)
					(17)
		VAR.		MENU
		SEARCH

ENTER

(10)Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] ¢

(11)Rewind/review button [6]

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(12)Pause button [;]

(13)Stop button [∫]

(14)Recording start/stop button [START/STOP] ¢

(15)Playback button [1]

(16)Fast forward/cue button [5]

(17)Enter button [ENTER] -15-

¢ means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the movie camera.

ª Install a button-type battery

Install the button-type battery supplied in the remote control before using it.

1While pressing the stopper 1, pull out the battery holder.

1

2Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark facing upward and get the battery holder back in place.

WARNING

“THE LITHIUM BATTERY IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2025 MANUFACTURED BY PANASONIC).

IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT MUST THEREFORE ONLY BE FITTED IN EQUIPMENT DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR ITS USE.

REPLACEMENT BATTERIES MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MANUFACTURER. THEY MUST BE FITTED IN THE SAME MANNER AND LOCATION AS THE ORIGINAL BATTERY, WITH THE CORRECT POLARITY CONNECTIONS OBSERVED.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-CHARGE THE OLD BATTERY OR RE-USE IT FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE. IT SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF IN WASTE PRODUCTS DESTINED FOR BURIAL RATHER THAN INCINERATION.”

ª Remote control usable range

≥The distance between the remote control and the camera: Within approx. 5 m

Angle: Approx. 15o up, down, left, and right

ª Selecting the remote control mode

If 2 cameras are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of movie camera and remote control to [VCR1] and that of the other pair to [VCR2]. This will prevent interference between the 2 pairs. (The default setting is [VCR1]. When the button-type battery is replaced, the setting will revert to the default [VCR1].)

1Setting on the camera:

Set [SETUP] >> [REMOTE] >> [VCR1] or [VCR2].

2Setting on the remote control:

STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV

VOL

2	1
	STOP

VAR

[VCR1]:

Press [D] and [∫] simultaneously. 1

[VCR2]:

Press [E] and [∫] simultaneously. 2

ª Concerning the button-type battery

≥When the button-type battery runs down, replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery is normally expected to last about 1 year, but it depends on operation frequency.

≥Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of children.

≥If the remote control mode of the camera and that of the remote control do not match with each other, “REMOTE” will appear. When the remote control is operated for the first time after the camera is turned on, “CHECK REMOTE MODE” (-44-) will appear and operation is impossible. Set the same remote control mode.

≥The remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the movie camera may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.

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