Panasonic NV-GS35EP, NV-GS21EP User Manual

Operating Instructions

Instrukcja obsługi

Návod k použití

Kezelési utasítás

Digital Video Camera

Model No. NV-GS35EP

NV-GS21EP NV-GS17EP

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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Information for your safety

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

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.

ª Carefully read the Operating

Instructions and use the Movie Camera correctly.

≥Injury or material damage resulting from any

kind of use that is not in accordance with the operating procedures explained in these Operating Instructions are the sole responsibility of the user.

Operating instructions

≥These operating instructions cover the

NV-GS35, NV-GS21 and NV-GS17.

≥The illustrations in these operating instructions

are for the model NV-GS35, but part of the description is for other models.

≥Some functions are not available depending on

the model.

≥Functions related to the card are not available in

NV-GS17 model.

Try out the Movie Camera.

Be sure to try out the Movie Camera before recording your first important event and check that it records properly and functions correctly.

The manufacturer is not liable for loss of recorded contents.

The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this Movie Camera, its accessories or cassettes.

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.

≥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 or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.

Files recorded on 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:

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

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ª Warning

Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

ª EMC Electric and magnetic

compatibility

This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.

Use only the recommended accessories.

≥Do not use any other AV cables and USB

cables (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) 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 metres.

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Contents

Information for your safety ................................... 2

Before using

Accessories.......................................................... 4

Optional................................................................ 4

Parts identification and handling .......................... 4

Fitting the lens cap .............................................. 6

The grip belt......................................................... 6

Using the LCD monitor......................................... 6

Using the viewfinder............................................. 7

Power supply ....................................................... 7

Charging time and recordable time ...................... 8

Inserting/removing a cassette.............................. 9

Inserting/removing a card .................................. 10

Turning the camera on....................................... 10

Selecting a mode ............................................... 11

How to use the joystick ...................................... 11

Switching the language ...................................... 12

Using the menu screen ...................................... 13

Setting date and time ......................................... 14

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder ...................... 14

Using the remote control

(NV-GS35 only)............................................... 15

Recording with the built-in LED video light

(NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only)........................ 16

Record mode

Check before recording...................................... 17

Recording on a tape........................................... 18

Recording a still picture on a tape

(Photoshot) (NV-GS17 only) ........................... 18

Recording still pictures on a card while

recording image onto a tape............................ 19

Check the recording........................................... 19

Blank search function......................................... 19

Recording still pictures onto a card

(Photoshot)...................................................... 19

Zoom in/out function .......................................... 20

Recording yourself ............................................. 21

Quick start.......................................................... 21

Backlight compensation function ....................... 22

Night view functions........................................... 22

Soft skin mode ................................................... 23

Fade in/fade out function ................................... 23

Wind noise reduction function............................ 23

Self-timer recording

(NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only)........................ 24

Recording images for wide-screen TVs ............. 24

Image stabilizer function .................................... 24

Continuous Photoshot........................................ 25

Recording in various situations

(Scene mode).................................................. 25

Recording in natural colours

(White balance) ............................................... 26

Manual focus adjustment ................................... 27

Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment........ 27

Playback mode

Playing back tape............................................... 29

Slow-motion playback/

frame-by-frame playback................................. 29

Variable-speed search function

(NV-GS35 only)............................................... 30

Playback on TV.................................................. 31

Playing back card............................................... 31

Deleting files recorded on a card ....................... 32

Formatting a card............................................... 33

Protecting files on a card.................................... 33

Writing the printing data on a card

(DPOF setting) ................................................ 33

Edit mode

Recording from a tape onto a card..................... 34

Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR

(Dubbing)......................................................... 34

Using the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing).............................................. 35

Audio dubbing (NV-GS35 only).......................... 35

Menu list............................................................. 37

Menus related to taking pictures........................ 39

Menus related to playback ................................. 39

Other menus ...................................................... 39

Others

Indications.......................................................... 40

Warning/alarm indications.................................. 41

Functions cannot be used simultaneously ......... 42

Before requesting repair

(Problems and solutions)................................. 43

Cautions for Use ................................................ 46

Explanation of terms .......................................... 50

Specifications

Specifications..................................................... 51

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Before using

Accessories

The followings are the accessories supplied with this product.

VSK0651B

(DE-974GA)

CGR-DU06

VFC3506-1A

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

-7-

2) Battery pack -7-

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

4) AV cable -34-

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

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

Optional

1) AC adaptor (VW-AD11E)

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.

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CR2025

N2QAEC000012

K2CR2DA00004

K2KC4CB00020

K1HA05CD0010

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Parts identification and handling

ª Camera

(1)

(2)

(3)

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

NV-GS21 only) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -21-, -23-

(2)

Grip belt -6-

(3)

Lens

(4)

-16-

≥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 -27-

Remote control sensor (NV-GS35 only)

-15-

Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -34-

(6)

Microphone terminal [MIC]

(7)

(NV-GS35 only)

≥When connecting an external microphone or

audio equipment to this jack, the built-in microphone does not operate.

(8)(9)

(10)(11)

(8) Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/

FOCUS] Reset button [RESET] -41-

(9)

USB terminal [ ]

(10) (11) DV terminal [DV] -35-

-17-, -25-, -27-

(4)

(5)

(6) (7)

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(17)

) )

(18)

(12)

(13) (14)

(15)

(16)

(12) Viewfinder -7-, -49-

(19) (20)

(21) (22)

(23) (24)

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.

DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -7-

(13) (14)

Battery holder

(15) S-Video output terminal [S-VIDEO] -31- (16)

Battery release lever [BATTERY RELEASE]

(17)

Power switch [OFF/ON] -10- Power lamp -10-

(18) (19)

Quick start recording button [QUICK START]

-8-

-21-

Quick start recording lamp -21-

(20)

Light button [LIGHT] (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only) Menu button [MENU] -1 3-

(21) (22)

Joystick -11-

(23)

Mode dial -11-

(24)

Recording start/stop button -18-

-16-

(27)

Before using

Card slot cover open lever (NV-GS35 and

(31)

NV-GS21 only)

(32)

Cassette holder -9-

(32) (33)

Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -9-

(34)

Cassette cover -9-

(35)

Zoom lever [W/T] -20-

-10-

Volume lever [s /VOLr] -29-

(36)

Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -19-

(37)

Tripod receptacle

(37)

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.

(33 (34

(35 (36

(25)

(26)

LCD monitor -6-, -49-

(25)

(28)

(29) (30) (31)

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] -6- (27)

Speaker -29-

(28)

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

(29)

Card slot cover (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21

-10-

only)

(30)

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

-10-

(38)

(38) Shoulder strap fixture

≥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.

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Fitting the lens cap

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

1 The 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.

≥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.

≥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.

1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Fix the belt.

Using the LCD monitor

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

1 Put 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.

2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor as you

prefer.

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2 90o1 180o

≥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.

Before using

Using the viewfinder

ª Extending the viewfinder

1 Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by

pinching the extension knob.

Adjusting the field of view

1 Adjust 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 ( ≥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.

1 Connect the AC mains lead to the AC

adaptor and the AC mains socket.

2 Put the battery on the battery mount by

aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

Charging 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.

Connecting to the AC outlet

-8-)

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

2 Connect the DC input lead to the AC

adaptor.

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3 Connect 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.

Fitting the battery

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

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.

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

battery/

CGR-DU06

(7.2 V/

640 mAh)

CGA-DU12

(7.2 V/

1150 mAh)

CGA-DU14

(7.2 V/

1360 mAh)

CGA-DU21

(7.2 V/

2040 mAh)

CGA-DU07

(7.2 V/

680 mAh)

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).

A 1 h. 40 min. B 1 h. 45 min.

(1 h. 25 min.)

C 55 min.

(45 min.)

A 2 h. 25 min. B 3 h. 10 min.

(2 h. 35 min.)

C 1 h. 35 min.

(1 h. 20 min.)

A 2 h. 45 min. B 3 h. 40 min.

(3 h.)

C 1 h. 50 min.

(1 h. 30 min.)

A 3 h. 55 min. B 5 h. 30 min.

(4 h. 30 min.)

C 2 h. 45 min.

(2 h. 15 min.)

A 1 h. 30 min. B 1 h. 50 min.

(1 h. 30 min.)

C 55 min.

(45 min.)

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≥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

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the

cassette cover.

OPEN/ EJECT

≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassette

holder will come out.

2 After 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.

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

the cassette holder.

PUSH

4 Only after the cassette holder is completely

housed, close the cassette cover by pressing the mark 2.

≥After using, make sure to rewind the cassette

completely, remove it, and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position. (

-49-)

≥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. (

When the cassette holder does not

-46-)

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.

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.

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.

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).

R E C

SAVE

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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.

1 Open the LCD monitor and then slide the

[2OPEN] Lever to open the card slot cover.

2 Insert/remove the card into/from the card

slot.

≥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.

Concerning the card

ª ≥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.

Card access lamp

≥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

SD Memory Card

ª ≥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.

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.

How to turn on the power

While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

≥The power lamp lights up.

How to turn off the power

While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

≥The power lamp goes off.

≥When the camera accesses the card (reading,

recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up.

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Selecting a mode

Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.

1 Rotate the mode dial.

≥Set your desired mode to 1.

: 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 mode

You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer. (Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)

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 Select by moving up. 2 Select by moving down. 3 Select by moving left. 4 Select by moving right. 5 Determine by pushing the centre.

Joystick 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 2 Fade -23- 1 Backlight compensation -22- 3 Night view -22- 4 Recording check -19-

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

4 White balance

Shutter speed Iris or gain value

1 Select/Adjust -26- 2 Select/Adjust -26-

3) Tape playback mode

OFF

3 Playback/pause -29- 4 Stop -29- 2 Rewind (review playback) -29- 1 Fast forward (cue playback) -29-

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

OFF

-26-

6) Picture playback mode

OFF

3 Playback/stop -31- 4 Erase -32- 2 Playback previous picture -31- 1 Playback next picture -31-

Switching the language

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

1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired

language.

OFF

4 Soft skin mode -23- 1 Backlight compensation -22-

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

4 White balance

Shutter speed Iris or gain value

1 Select/Adjust -26- 2 Select/Adjust -26-

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OFF

-26-

Before using

Using the menu screen

For each individual menu, please refer to -37-.

1 Press the [MENU] button.

≥The menu corresponding to the mode

selected by the mode dial is displayed.

≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is

displayed.

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the top menu.

3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the

selection.

4 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the sub-menu.

7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

To exit the menu screen

Press the [MENU] button.

To get back to the previous screen

Move the joystick left.

About the menu setting

ª ≥The menu screen does not appear during

recording. And you cannot record when the menu screen appears.

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 .

ENTER

2 Select a menu item.

≥Use the direction buttons (π, ∑, ∏, ∫) and

[ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the main unit.

5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the

selection.

6 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the item to be set.

VAR .

ENTER

3 Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu

screen.

VAR .

ENTER

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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].

2 Move 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.

3 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.

About date/time

ª ≥The date and time function are driven by a built-

in lithium battery.

≥Make sure to check the time before recording

because the built-in clock is not very accurate.

Recharging the built-in lithium battery

ª ≥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.)

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

ª Adjusting the brightness and colour

level

Set [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]

:Brightness of the viewfinder

EVF

3 Move the joystick left or right to move the

bar indication representing the brightness.

4 Press 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) (2)

STILL ADV

(1) Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -37-

On-screen display button [OSD] -31-

(2)

Record button [¥REC]

(3)

(not available)

(4) Audio dubbing button [A.DUB] -35-

Direction buttons [π, ∑, ∏, ∫] -13-

(5)

OSD

STILL ADV

(6)

START/

PHOTO

DATE/

STOP

SHOT

OSD

TIME

ZOOM

(3)

¥REC

A.DUB

(4)

/REW

FF/

PLAY

VOL

PAUSE

STILL ADV

STOP

VAR.

DATE/ TIME

¥REC

/REW

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

VAR.

PHOTO

A.DUB

STILL ADV

(5)

ENTER

START/

STOP

SHOT

ZOOM

(7)

FF/

VOL

(8)

(9)

ENTER

(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] -13 -

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

Install a button-type battery

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

1 While pressing the stopper 1, pull out the

battery holder.

2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark

facing upward and get the battery holder back in place.

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Slow/frame-by-frame forward button

(6)

[E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward)

(7)

Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL] ¢

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(8) Search button [VAR. SEARCH] -30-

Menu button [MENU] -1 3-

(9)

(10)

(11)

STILL ADV

(12) (13)

Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] ¢

(10)

START/

PHOTO

DATE/

STOP

(14)

SHOT

OSD

TIME

ZOOM

(15)

¥REC

A.DUB

(16)

/REW

FF/

PLAY

VOL

PAUSE

STILL ADV

STOP

VAR.

(17)

ENTER

(11) Rewind/review button [6]

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100xC or incinerate. Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put ButtonType battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

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

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Before using

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].)

1 Setting on the camera:

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

2 Setting on the remote control:

STILL ADV

2 1

PAUSE

STOP

[VCR1]: Press [D] and [∫] simultaneously. 1 [VCR2]: Press [E] and [∫] simultaneously. 2

Concerning the button-type battery

ª ≥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” (

-41-) 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.

STILL ADV

VOL

Recording with the built-in LED video light (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only)

Gain up mode works with the built-in LED video light to enhance the light’s brightness and brighten the natural colours in a scene.

1 Press the [LIGHT] button. 1

LIGHT

≥The built-in LED video light lights up and the

gain up mode is set to on.

≥The gain up mode will be brighter than when

only the LED video light is on, but ghost images will appear.

2 Press the [LIGHT] button. 2

≥The gain up mode is set to off. ≥To eliminate ghost images, use this mode.

3 Press the [LIGHT] button. 3

≥The LED video light turns off. ≥Pressing the [LIGHT] button again returns to

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≥The subject should be within 1.5 metres of the

movie camera.

≥Using the LED video light reduces battery time. ≥Set the LED video light to off when not in use. ≥Do not look directly into the light. ≥If the LED video light is used with a conversion

lens attached, a slight vignetting (darkening around edges) effect occurs on the screen.

≥Using the night view function at the same time

will make conditions even brighter.

≥The LED video light enables simply lightening

the images taken in a dimly-lit place. We also recommend using it in a bright place to obtain high quality images.

Record mode

Check before recording

Check the following by trying recording before important events such as weddings in order to verify that the image recording and audio recording work properly and that you know how to use the movie camera.

Basic camera holding

About auto mode

ª ≥Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[AUTO], and colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically.

≥Auto white balance: ≥Auto focusing: -50-

≥Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted

depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust the white balance and focus.

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AUTO MANUAL

FOCUS

1) Hold the camera with both hands.

2) Run your hand through the grip belt.

3) Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands.

4) Keep your arms near your body.

5) Slightly open your legs.

≥When you are in the open air, record pictures

with the sunlight as far in the background as possible. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.

Check points

ª ≥Remove the lens cap. (-6-)

(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.)

≥Grip belt adjustment ( ≥Power supply ( ≥Insert a cassette/card ( ≥Setting date/time ( ≥Adjustment of LCD monitor/viewfinder ( ≥Getting the remote control ready

(NV-GS35 only) (

≥Setting SP/LP mode (

-6-)

-7-)

-9-, -10-)

-14-)

-15-)

-17-)

≥Scene mode setting ( ≥White balance setting ( ≥Shutter speed setting ( ≥Iris/gain value setting ( ≥Focus setting (

Recording mode

You can switch the tape recording mode.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

-25-)

-26-)

-27-)

1 Set [BASIC] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] or

[LP].

If the LP mode is selected, the recording time will be 1.5 times the SP mode, but some functions will be disabled.

≥We recommend using the SP mode for

important recording.

≥In order to fully exhibit the performances of the

LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode.

≥It is not possible to dub audio onto image

recorded in the LP mode. (

≥In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be

degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions may be disabled.

≥Playback on other digital video equipment

or on digital video equipment without the LP mode.

≥Playback of the image on other digital video

equipment recorded in the LP mode.

≥Slow/frame-by-frame playback.

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Record mode

Recording on a tape

Remove the lens cap. (-6-) (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.)

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the recording start/stop button to

start recording.

2 Press the recording start/stop button again

to pause recording.

;

≥For the recording time on a tape, refer to ≥Carry out a recording check (

-19-) to verify that

the image is recorded properly.

≥In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out

the blank search (

On-screen display in the tape

-19-) .

recording mode

-8-.

Concerning the remaining tape time

indication on the screen

≥The remaining tape time is indicated in minutes.

(When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)

≥During a 15-second or shorter recording, the

remaining tape time indication may not be displayed or the remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly.

≥In some cases, the remaining tape time

indication may display remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.

Recording a still picture on a tape (Photoshot) (NV-GS17 only)

Still pictures can be recorded from the movie camera lens.

1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button in the

recording pause mode.

PHOTO

SHOT

≥The movie camera records a still picture for

about 7 seconds and then switches back to the recording pause mode.

≥If you set [ADVANCE] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >>

[ON], you can add image and a sound like releasing the shutter.

PHOTO

R0:30

0h00m10s00f

100

¢These indications are displayed only when the

card is inserted.

1) Recording time elapse

2) Remaining tape indication

3) Still picture size

4) Number of recordable still pictures (When no picture can be recorded, this indication will flash in red.)

5) Quality of still pictures

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4)¢

5)¢

≥Photoshot recording results in slightly inferior

image quality.

Continuous photoshot

If you set [ADVANCE] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON] and keep the [PHOTO SHOT] button pressed, the movie camera will continuously record still pictures in approx. 0.7 seconds intervals until the button is released. ≥The screen blinks and, at the same time, a

shutter clicking sound is recorded.

Record mode

Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tape

You can record still pictures while recording image onto a tape.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully while

recording image onto a tape.

PHOTO

SHOT

≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded

on a card, refer to

≥When recording pictures onto a card, the

recording start/stop button is disabled.

≥You can select a picture quality for still pictures

to be recorded. (

≥In order to record still pictures with higher

quality, we recommend using the card recording mode.

-52-.

-20-)

Check the recording

The last image recorded is played back for 2 to 3 seconds. After checking, the camera will be set to a recording pause.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the joystick during the recording

pause until the icon 1 appears.

2 Move the joystick down to select the

recording check icon [ ].

Blank search function

Searches for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape).

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Set [BASIC] >> [BLANK SEARCH] >> [YES].

Stopping blank search midway

through

Move the joystick down.

≥If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the

camera will stop at the end of the tape.

≥The camera stops at a point approx. 1 second

before the end of the last image recorded. When you start recording at that point, the image can be recorded seamlessly from the last image.

Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot)

≥Set to Card Recording Mode.

1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

PHOTO

SHOT

To record still pictures clearly

ª ≥When zooming in on the subject with a

magnification of 4k to 10k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding the movie camera by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording.

≥When recording still pictures, hold the movie

camera firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the movie camera.

≥You can record stable pictures without shaking

by using a tripod and the remote control. (NV-GS35 only)

≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded

on a card, refer to

≥The sound cannot be recorded. ≥While data are recorded on a card, do not

operate the mode dial.

≥When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or

remove a card.

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Record mode

≥Another product may degrade or not play back

data recorded on this camera.

≥If set [PICT. QUALITY] >> [ ], mosaic-pattern

noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content.

On-screen display in the card

recording mode

100

1) Still picture size

2) Number of recordable still pictures (When no pictures can be recorded, the red light will flash.)

3) Quality of still pictures

Progressive Photoshot

You can record still pictures with higher picture quality and frames. (You cannot switch the progressive function off/on.)

≥In the tape recording mode, the progressive

function may be disabled depending on the other functions used. (

Select the picture quality for

-42-)

photoshot images

1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICT. QUALITY] >> select

the desired picture quality.

[ ]: High picture quality [ ]: Normal picture quality ≥You can also change the picture quality on

[ADVANCE] >> [PICT. QUALITY] in the tape recording mode.

Recording with a shutter operation

effect

You can add a shutter operation simulating sound.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON].

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Zoom in/out function

You can zoom in up to 30k (24k on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17) optically.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Wide-angle recording (zoom out):

Push the [W/T] lever towards [W]. Close-up recording (zoom in): Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].

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50tW

24tW

1tW

≥When zooming in and taking a picture while

holding the movie camera by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function.

≥When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a

sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 1.3 metres (1.2 metres on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17) or further from the movie camera.

≥When the zoom speed is high, the subject may

not be focused easily.

≥When the zoom magnification is 1k, the movie

camera can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm distant from the lens.

Digital zoom function

If the zoom magnification exceeds 30 times (24 times on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17), then the digital zoom function will be activated. The digital zoom function allows you to select a magnification from 50k to 1000k.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [50k] or

[1000k] ([800k] on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17).

[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 30k) (24k on

[50k]: Up to 50k [1000k]: Up to 1000k [800k]: Up to 800k (NV-GS21 and NV-GS17)

≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the

≥When the Card Recording mode is used, the

NV-GS21 and NV-GS17)

more the image quality is degraded.

digital zoom function cannot be used.

Record mode

ª To use the zoom microphone function

Interlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will collect sounds clearly far away with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the wide-angle shot.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON].

ZOOM

About the variable speed zoom

function

≥When pushing the [W/T] lever as far as it will go,

you can zoom from 1k to 30k in 3.5 second (24k in 3.0 second on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17) at the maximum.

≥The zoom speed varies according to the amount

of movement of the [W/T] lever.

≥The variable speed zoom function cannot be

used with the remote control. (NV-GS35 only)

Recording yourself

You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the camera while presenting them the image. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (The image to be recorded is the same as that recording.)

1 Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens

side.

≥When the LCD monitor is opened, the

viewfinder will be automatically turned off. If the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side though, then the viewfinder will be activated.

≥When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the

lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you push the centre of the joystick.

Quick start

This camera will be put into standby in approx.

1.7 seconds (1.3 seconds on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17) after the power is turned on.

≥This is only activated in the following cases.

≥A tape or a card is inserted, while the Tape

Recording Mode is set.

≥A card is inserted, while the Card Recording

Mode is set.

1 Press the [QUICK START] button.

QUICK

START

≥The quick start recording lamp lights up.

(Press the button again to cancel it.)

2 Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

≥The quick start is now ready.

3 Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

≥This camera will be put into a recording

pause in approx. 1.7 seconds (1.3 seconds on NV-GS21 and NV-GS17) after it is turned on.

To cancel the quick start when the

power is [OFF]

Press and hold the [QUICK START] button for approx. 2 seconds. The lamp will go off and the camera will be completely turned off. ≥If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes,

then the lamp will go off and the camera will be completely turned off.

≥When you rotate the mode dial or remove the

battery, the quick start recording lamp is turned off and the quick start mode is cancelled. If the movie camera is turned on and the Tape/Card Recording Mode is set though, the lamp turns on and the quick start mode is restored.

≥When the camera is quick-started with the white

balance on automatic, it may take some time until the white balance is adjusted if the scene being recorded has a light source different from the scene last recorded. (When the colour night view function is used, however, the white balance of the scene last recorded is retained.)

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Record mode

≥The zoom magnification may differ from when it

is in the quick start standby mode and when the recording starts.

≥Since about half the power of normal recording

is used in quick start standby, using quick start reduces the recordable time.

Backlight compensation function

This protects a backlit subject from being darkened.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears. 2 Move the joystick right to select the

backlight compensation icon [ ].

≥The image on the screen will become

brighter.

To return to normal recording

Select the [ ] icon again.

≥If you operate the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode

dial, the backlight compensation is cancelled.

Night view functions

This function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background. Attach the camera to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration.

≥Only manual focusing can be used. ≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were

missed.

Colour night view function

You can record dark locations brightly in colour.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears. 2 Move the joystick up to select the night

view icon [ ].

≥Each upward press switches the modes.

OFF # Colour night view function # OFF

To cancel the colour night view function

Select the night view icon until the night view indication disappear.

≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become

whitish for a while.

≥The night view function makes the signal

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

≥The night view function is canceled when you

operate the power switch or the mode dial.

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Record mode

Soft skin mode

This allows the skin colour to be recorded in a softer tone. This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears. 2 Move the joystick down to select the soft

skin icon [ ].

To cancel the soft skin mode

Select the [ ] icon again.

≥If the background or anything else in the scene

has colours similar to the skin colour, they will also be smoothed.

≥If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may

not be clear.

Fade in/fade out function

Fade in

The image and audio gradually appear.

Fade out

The image and audio gradually disappear.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the joystick until the icon 1 appears. 2 Move the joystick left to select the fade icon

[].

Pause recording. (fade out)

The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops.

To cancel fading

Select the [ ] icon again.

To select the colour for fade in/out

The colour which appears in fading pictures can be selected.

1 Set [SETUP] >> [FADE COLOUR] >>

[WHITE] or [BLACK].

≥While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it

takes several seconds to display the image when you start recording images. Besides, it also takes several seconds to pause recording.

Wind noise reduction function

This reduces the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].

3 Press the recording start/stop button.

Start recording. (fade in)

When you start recording, the image/audio disappeared completely and the image/audio gradually appears.

To cancel the wind noise reduction

function

Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF].

≥Reduces the wind noise depending on the wind

strength. (If this function is activated in strong winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When the wind weakens, the stereo effect will be restored.)

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Record mode

Self-timer recording (NV-GS35 and NV-GS21 only)

You can record still pictures on a card using the timer.

≥Set to Card Recording Mode.

1 Set [BASIC] >> [SELF TIMER] >> [YES]. 2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

PHOTO

SHOT

≥After the [ ] indication flashes for approx.

10 seconds, recording will start. After recording, the self-timer will be cancelled.

To stop the timer midway through

Press the [MENU] button.

≥By operating the [OFF/ON] switch or mode dial,

the self-timer standby mode is cancelled.

≥If the continuous photoshot recording is set, the

maximum recordable pictures are recorded.

Recording images for wide-screen TVs

This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs.

Cinema Function

Images are recorded with a black belt appearing along the top and bottom of the screen so that they look like theatre movies.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >>[CINEMA] >> [ON].

Image stabilizer function

Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [SIS] >> [ON].

To cancel the image stabilizer function

Set [ADVANCE] >> [SIS] >> [OFF].

≥When a tripod is used, we recommend that you

turn the image stabilizer off.

≥Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness

may change or colours may not look natural.

≥When the night view function is used, the image

stabilizer function does not work. If so, the [[] indication flashes.

≥In the following cases, the image stabilizer

function may not work effectively.

≥When the digital zoom is used ≥When a conversion lens is used ≥When recording is done in an extremely dark

place

≥When the camera is shaken greatly ≥When you record a moving subject while

tracking it

CINEMA

To cancel the Cinema function

Set [ADVANCE] >>[CINEMA] >> [OFF].

≥Images played back vary depending on the TV

connected. Please refer to the operating instructions for your TV.

≥This function does not widen the recording

range.

≥When images are played back on a TV screen,

the date/time indication may be erased in some cases.

≥Depending on the TV, the picture quality may

deteriorate.

≥When a cinema picture is imported into a

personal computer, the imported picture may not be displayed correctly, depending on the software in used.

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Record mode

Continuous Photoshot

Records still pictures continuously at a certain interval.

≥Set to Card Recording Mode.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [BURST MODE] >> [ON].

2 Press and hold the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

PHOTO

SHOT

To stop continuous photoshot midway through

Release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

≥The camera records up to 10 still pictures at

intervals of 0.5 seconds.

≥One more still picture may be recorded after you

release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

≥If set [SELF TIMER] >> [YES], the movie

camera records the maximum number of pictures recordable.

≥Intervals between recording pictures may

become longer depending on the card. We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card.

≥When using the card formatted by other

equipment or a card that was recorded and erased repeatedly, the intervals between recording pictures may become longer. If so, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card with this movie camera.

Recording in various situations (Scene mode)

When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

AUTO MANUAL

2 Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the

desired mode.

1) [5] Sports mode

≥To record sports scenes or scenes where

there are quick motions

2) [ ] Portrait mode

≥To make persons stand out against the

background

3) [ ] Low light mode

≥To record dark scenes so they are brighter

4) [ ] Spotlight mode

≥To record subjects spotlit in a party or

theatre

5) [ ] Surf & snow mode

≥To record images at dazzling places such

as ski slopes and beaches

To cancel the scene mode function

Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].

FOCUS

Sports mode

≥For slow-motion playback or playback pause

of recorded pictures, this mode presents free of camera shakes.

≥During normal playback, the image

movement may not look smooth.

≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light,

mercury light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.

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Record mode

≥If you record a subject illuminated with strong

light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear.

≥If the brightness is insufficient, the sports

mode does not function. The [5] indication flashes.

≥If this mode is used indoors, the screen may

flicker.

Portrait mode

≥If this mode is used indoors, the screen may

flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF].

Low light mode

≥Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be

recorded finely.

Spotlight mode

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,

the recorded image may become whitish and the periphery of the recorded image extremely dark.

Surf & snow mode

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,

the recorded image may become whitish.

Recording in natural colours (White balance)

The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

AUTO MANUAL

2 Move the joystick down until the white

balance indication appears. ([ ] etc.)

3 Move the joystick left or right in order to

select the white balance mode.

AWB

FOCUS

AWB

MNL

AWB

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1) Auto white balance adjustment [ ]

AWB

2) Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps) [ ]

3) Outdoor mode [ ]

4) Manual adjustment mode [ ]

To restore to the automatic

adjustment

Move the joystick left or right until the [ ] indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].

≥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.

≥When setting both the white balance and the

iris/gain, set the white balance first.

≥Whenever recording conditions change, re-set

the white balance for correct adjustment.

To set the white balance manually

Select [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white subject on the entire screen, move the joystick up to select the [ ] indication.

AWB

Record mode

ª About flashing of the [ ] indication

When the manual adjustment mode is selected

≥Flashing indicates that the white balance

previously adjusted is stored. This setting is stored until the white balance is adjusted again.

When white balance cannot be set in the manual adjustment mode

≥White balance may not be adjusted properly in

the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If so, use the auto white balance mode.

During setting in the manual adjustment mode

≥When the setting is completed, it will keep lit.

About the white balance sensor

The white balance sensor detects the type of light source during recording. ≥Do not cover the white balance sensor during

recording, or it may not function properly.

Manual focus adjustment

If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

AUTO MANUAL

2 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[FOCUS].

AUTO MANUAL

FOCUS

FOCU

To restore to the automatic

adjustment

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO] or [FOCUS].

Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment

Shutter Speed

Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.

Aperture

Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.

≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

AUTO MANUAL

2 Move the joystick down until the shutter

speed indication or aperture value indication appears.

1/1000

MNL

1) Shutter speed

2) (Aperture) Iris/gain value

3 Move the joystick left or right in order to

adjust the shutter speed or aperture.

1/50 OPEN OdB

1/50 F2.0 0dB

FOCUS

MNL

≥The MNL and the manual focus indication [MF]

will be displayed.

3 Move the joystick left or right in order to

adjust the focus.

MNL

≥When focused with a wide angle, the subject

may not be in focus when zoomed in. First, zoom in on the subject, and then focus on it.

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Record mode

ª To restore to automatic adjustment

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].

Manual shutter speed adjustment

≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury

light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.

≥If you increase the shutter speed manually, the

sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value increases automatically, which may increase the noises on the screen.

≥You may see vertical lines of light in the

playback image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject, but this is not a malfunction.

≥During normal playback, image movement may

not look smooth.

≥When recording in the extremely bright place,

the colour of the screen may change or flickers. If so adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/50 or 1/100.

Manual iris/gain adjustment

≥If the value does not become “OPEN”, you

cannot adjust the gain value.

≥If the gain value is increased, the noise on the

screen increases.

≥Depending on the zoom magnification, there are

iris values that are not displayed.

Shutter speed range

1/50–1/8000 seconds: Tape Recording Mode 1/50–1/500 seconds: Card Recording Mode The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.

Iris/gain value range

CLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F2.0, OPEN (Opened) 0dB, ..., 18dB Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image. Values with dB are gain values.

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Playback mode

Playing back tape

≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.

1 Operate with joystick.

1/;: Playback/Pause 6: Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to

playback with the 1/; icon.)

5: Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to

playback with the 1/; icon.)

∫:Stop

≥During cue/review playback, fast-moving

images may show noise as a mosaic.

≥Before and after cue/review playback, the

screen may become blue for a moment or images may be disturbed.

To adjust volume

Adjust the speaker volume for playback.

1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever to adjust the

volume.

/ VOL

Towards [r]: increases the volume Towards [`]: decreases the volume (Nearer the bar to [r], larger the volume.) ≥On the remote control, press the [T] button to

increase the volume or the [W] button to decrease it. (NV-GS35 only)

Repeat playback

When the tape end is reached, the tape will be rewound and played back again.

1 Set [ADVANCE] >> [REPEAT PLAY] >> [ON].

≥The [ ] indication appears. (In order to

cancel the repeat playback mode, set [REPEAT PLAY] >> [OFF] or set [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].)

≥When you set [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEBCAM]

and then connect the USB connection cable, the repeat playback mode is canceled.

Settings on the audio

ª ≥If you cannot listen to the desired audio when

playing back a tape, check the settings in [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].

≥When you record or dub the audio in [12bit] and

set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX], the audio will be played back in stereo sound regardless of the settings in [AUDIO OUT].

Slow-motion playback/ frame-by-frame playback

≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Slow-motion

playback can only be performed by using the remote control.)

Slow-motion playback (NV-GS35 only)

If the image is recorded in the SP mode, then it will be played back at a speed approx. 1/5 the normal speed. If the image is recorded in the LP mode, then it will be played back at a speed approx. 1/3 the normal speed.

1 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on

the remote control.

/REW

STILL ADV

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

FF/

STILL ADV

VOL

≥When the adjustment is completed, the volume

indication will disappear.

≥If you do not hear the sound, check the settings

of [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].

≥If the slow-motion playback continues for

approx. 10 minutes or more, then the playback will automatically stop. (10 minutes of slow-motion playback is equivalent to approx. 2 minutes in the SP mode or approx. 3 minutes in the LP mode.)

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Playback mode

Frame-by-frame playback

1 During playback, press the [;] button on

the remote control.

2 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on

the remote control.

/REW

STILL ADV

≥Pushing the [s /VOLr] lever towards [T]

(normal direction) or towards [W] (reversed direction) of this camera during playback pause also turns into the frame-by-frame playback. If you keep pushing the lever, then the images will continuously be played back frame by frame.

To return to normal playback

ª Press the [1] button on the remote control.

Slow-motion playback

≥In the reversed slow-motion playback, the time

code indication may be unstable.

Frame-by-frame playback

≥Press and hold the [E] or the [D] button in the

playback pause, and then the images will continuously be played back frame by frame.

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

FF/

STILL ADV

VOL

Variable-speed search function (NV-GS35 only)

The speed of cue/review playback can be varied.

(This operation is only available when using the remote control.) ≥Set to Tape Playback Mode and play back a

tape.

1 Press the [VAR. SEARCH] button on the

remote control.

2 Press the [π] or [∫] button to vary the

speed.

VAR.

≥The speeds for cue/review playback are 1/5k

(SP mode slow-motion playback only), 1/3k (LP mode slow-motion playback only), 2k, 5k, 10k, 20k.

To return to normal playback

Press the [VAR. SEARCH] button or [1] button on the remote control.

≥Images may be shown in a mosaic-like pattern. ≥The sound is muted during search. ≥This function is canceled when the operation

icon is displayed.

ENTER

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