Panasonic NV-GS37EP, NV-GS27EP Operating Instructions [pl]

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Operating Instructions

Instrukcja obsługi

Návod k použití

Kezelési utasítás

Digital Video Camera

Model No. NV-GS37EP

NV-GS27EP

	NV-GS37EP	NV-GS27EP
DV IN	—	—
Video Light	¥	—

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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Használat előtt kérjük, hogy teljesen olvassa el ezt a kezelési utasítást.

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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.

ªCarefully 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-GS37 and NV-GS27.

≥The illustrations in these operating instructions are for the model NV-GS37, but part of the description is for other models.

≥Some functions are not available depending on the 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.

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

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.

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-GS37 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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Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

This symbol on the products and/ or accompanying documents

means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.

Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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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
Power supply ...................................................	8
Charging time and recordable time..................	9
Turning the camera on.....................................	9
Setting date and time.....................................	10
Using the LCD monitor ..................................	11
Using the viewfinder ......................................	11
Quick start......................................................	12
Inserting/removing a cassette........................	13
Selecting a mode ...........................................	14
How to use the joystick ..................................	14
Help mode .....................................................	15
Switching the language..................................	16
Using the menu screen..................................	16
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder..................	17
Using the remote control
(NV-GS37 only)...........................................	18
Recording with the built-in LED video light
(NV-GS37 only)...........................................	20
Record mode
Check before recording .................................	21
Recording on a tape ......................................	22
Recording check ............................................	22
Blank search function ....................................	23
Recording a still picture on a tape
(Photoshot)..................................................	23
Zoom in/out function ......................................	24
Recording yourself.........................................	24
Backlight compensation function ...................	25
Colour Night view function .............................	25
Soft skin mode ...............................................	25
Fade in/fade out function ...............................	26
Wind noise reduction function........................	26
Recording images for wide-screen TVs.........	26
Image stabilizer function ................................	27
Recording in various situations
(Scene mode)..............................................	27
Recording in natural colours
(White balance) ...........................................	28
Manual focus adjustment...............................	29
Manual shutter speed/aperture
adjustment...................................................	30

Playback mode
Playing back tape ..........................................	31
Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame
playback......................................................	32
Variable-speed search function
(NV-GS37 only) ..........................................	33
Playback on TV .............................................	33
Edit mode
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR
(Dubbing) ....................................................	34
Using the DV Cable for Recording
(Digital Dubbing) .........................................	34
Audio dubbing (NV-GS37 only) ....................	35
Menu
Menu list ........................................................	36
Menus related to taking pictures ...................	37
Menus related to playback ............................	37
Other menus..................................................	37
Others
Indications .....................................................	38
Warning/alarm indications .............................	39
Functions cannot be used
simultaneously ............................................	40
Before requesting repair
(Problems and solutions) ............................	41
Cautions for Use............................................	44
Explanation of terms......................................	47
Specifications
Specifications ................................................	49

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Before using

Accessories

The followings are the accessories supplied with this product.

1)

VSK0651B

(DE-974GB) K2GJ2DC00015 K2CR2DA00004

2)	3)	4)
	CR2025
CGR-DU06	N2QAEC000017	K2KC4CB00022

5)

K1HA05CD0009

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

-8-

2)Battery pack -8-

3)Remote control, button-type battery (supplied with NV-GS37) -18-

4)AV cable -34-

5)USB cable and CD-ROM (supplied with NV-GS37)

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)

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

Parts identification and handling

ª Camera

(1)

(4)

(2)

(5)

(3)(6)

(1)Built-in LED video light (NV-GS37 only)

-20-

(2)White balance sensor -29-

Remote control sensor (NV-GS37 only)

-19-

(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)Microphone (built-in, stereo) -24-, -26-

(6)Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -34-

(7)(8)

(9)

DV

(10) (11)

(7)Speaker -31-

(8)Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -13-

(9)Cassette holder -13-

(10)DV terminal [DV] -34-

(11)USB terminal [ ]

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	(16)
	(17)
(12)	(18)
	(19)

(20)

(13)

(21)

(22)

(14)

(15)

(12) Viewfinder -11-, -47-

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)Battery holder -8-

(14)Battery release lever [BATTERY RELEASE] -8-

(15)DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -8-

(16)Power switch [OFF/ON] -9-

(17)Status indicator -9-

(18)Menu button [MENU] -16-

(19)Joystick -14-

(20)Mode dial -14-

(21)Light button [LIGHT] (NV-GS37 only) -20-

(22)Recording start/stop button -22-

(23)	(25)
	(26)
(24)
(23) LCD monitor -11-, -47-

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.

(24)LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -11-

(25)Reset button [RESET] -39-, -43-

(26)Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] -21-, -27-, -30-

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(27)

(28)

(29)

(27)Cassette cover -13-

(28)Zoom lever [W/T] -24-

Volume lever [sVOLUMEr] -31-

(29)Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -23-

(30)

(30)Tripod receptacle

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.)

(31)

(31) Shoulder strap fixture

1

2

≥Put the strap (optional) 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.

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.

≥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

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.

3

1

2

1 Flip the belt.

2 Adjust the length.

3 Fix the belt.

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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 (-9-)

≥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.

ª 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.

ª Connecting 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.

≥Before removing the battery, be sure to set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

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Charging time and recordable time

The times shown in the table below show the times at a temperature of 25 oC 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 50 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 15 min
1150 mAh)		(2 h 40 min)
	C	1 h 40 min
		(1 h 20 min)
CGA-DU14	A	2 h 45 min
(7.2 V/	B	3 h 50 min
1360 mAh)		(3 h)
	C	1 h 55 min
		(1 h 30 min)
CGA-DU21	A	3 h 55 min
(7.2 V/	B	5 h 45 min
2040 mAh)		(4 h 30 min)
	C	2 h 55 min
		(2 h 15 min)
CGA-DU07	A	1 h 30 min
(7.2 V/	B	1 h 55 min
680 mAh)		(1 h 30 min)
	C	1 h
		(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 40 min” indicates 1 hour 40 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: # #

# # . If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash.

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].

1

OFFON

≥The status indicator lights red and the power turns on.

≥If the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted while the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [ON] in the Tape Recording Mode, the power turn off.

ªHow to turn off the power

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

1

OFFON

≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] when not using the camera.

≥The status indicator goes off when the power turns off.

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ª How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder

When the power switch is set to [ON], the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder when the unit is in Tape Recording Mode.

OFFON

1Open the LCD monitor out or extend the viewfinder to use. (-11-)

≥The LCD monitor or the viewfinder will be activated.

2Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.

OFF ON

≥The power will not turn off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

≥The status indicator automatically goes off and the power turns off. (If quick start is set to [ON] (-12-), the unit goes into quick start standby mode and the status indicator lights green.)

≥The power does not turn off even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted while recording on a tape.

3Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to turn the power on and use the movie camera again.

OFFON

≥The status indicator lights up and the power turns on.

Setting date and time

When the movie camera is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.

≥Select [YES] and press the centre of the joystick. Do steps 2 and 3 below to set the date/ time.

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

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Set [BASIC] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. (-16-)

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 built-in 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 appears when the camera is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has run down. Use the steps below to charge the battery. When turn on the power for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. Connect the AC adaptor to the camera or attach the battery to 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.)

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Using the LCD monitor

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

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

≥It can open up to 90o.

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

1180o

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.

≥If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously light.

Using the viewfinder

ª Extending the viewfinder

1Pull out the viewfinder. Extend it by pinching the extension knob.

≥The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be deactivated.)

ª Adjusting the field of view

1Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.

12:30:45		12:30:45
1.4.2006		1.4. 2006

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

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	Quick start	ª To cancel Quick Start
	When quick start is on the battery power is still	1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [OFF].
		(-16-)
	being consumed, even when the LCD monitor
		≥If the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF] while the
	and the viewfinder are closed.
		unit is in quick start standby, the power turns off.
	The camera will resume recording/pause mode
		≥If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes,
	about 1.7 seconds after the LCD monitor or the
		then the status indicator will go off and the
	viewfinder is reopened.
		camera will be completely turned off.
	≥Please note in quick start mode approximately
	half the pause recording power is being	≥If the Mode dial is moved or the battery is
	consumed. Using quick start mode will reduce	removed in quick start standby mode, quick
	the battery recording/playback time.	start is cancelled and the power turns off.
	≥This is only activated in the following cases.	≥When the camera is quick-started with the white
	≥A tape is inserted, while the Tape Recording	balance on automatic, it may take some time
	Mode is set.	until the white balance is adjusted if the scene
	≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.	being recorded has a light source different from
	1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON].	the scene last recorded. (When the colour night
	(-16-)	view function is used, however, the white
		balance of the scene last recorded is retained.)
	MENU	≥If the power is turned on in quick start standby,
		the zoom magnification becomes 5k and the
		picture size may differ from what it was before
		quick start standby.
	2 While the [OFF/ON] switch is still set to	≥If [POWER SAVE] (-37-) is set to [5 MINUTES]
	[ON], close the LCD monitor and retract the	and the unit automatically goes into quick start
	viewfinder.	standby mode, set the [OFF/ON] switch to
		[OFF], then to [ON] again. Also, close the LCD
		monitor and retract the viewfinder and then
		open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder
	OFF ON	again.
		≥When using the AC adaptor, quick start can be
		used even if a tape is not inserted.

≥The status indicator lights green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode.

≥The movie camera will not go into quick start standby unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

3Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

OFFON

≥The status indicator lights red and the camera is put into recording pause approx.

1.7 seconds after it is turned on.

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Inserting/removing a cassette

1Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on the power.

2Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover.

OPEN/

EJECT

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

3After 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.

4Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close the cassette holder.

≥The cassette holder is housed.

1

PUSH

Caution:

Take care not to trap your fingers under the cassette holder when closing it.

5Only after the cassette holder is completely housed, close the cassette cover by pressing the mark 2.

2

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

≥Close the cassette cover tightly.

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

≥After use, be sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position. (-46-)

≥If the indicator of the condensation does not display on the LCD monitor and/or the viewfinder and you notice condensation on the lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise condensation may be formed on the heads or the cassette tape. (-44-)

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 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

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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.

1

: TAPE RECORDING MODE

Use this when you record the image on a tape.

: TAPE PLAYBACK MODE

Use this to play back a tape.

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

ª Joystick and screen display

Push the centre of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes.

(In the Tape Playback Mode, the icons will be automatically displayed on the screen.)

1)Tape Recording Mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])

1

	2	Fade	-26-
1/4	3	Backlight compensation	-25-
	1	Help mode	-15-
2/4	2	Soft skin mode	-25-
3/4	3	Colour night view	-25-
4/4	2	Recording check	-22-
	1	Blank search	-23-

≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

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.

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2)Tape Recording Mode ([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

2
1
			2
	2	Iris or gain value	-30-
5/5	3	White balance	-28-

1						Shutter speed	-30-
2						Manual focus adjustment
6/6						(When set to [FOCUS])	-29-
	1

≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape. ≥2 is displayed only when the [AUTO/

MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS].

3) Tape Playback Mode

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

Help mode

Select an icon for an explanation of the function.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

1

2Move the joystick right to select the Help mode icon [].

≥The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/ FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO] in Tape Recording Mode.

3Move the joystick up, left, or right to select the desired icon.

≥An explanation of the selected icon is displayed on the screen.

≥Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes.

ª To exit the Help mode

Select [EXIT] or press the [MENU] button.

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

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Switching the language

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

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

Using the menu screen

For each individual menu, please refer to -36-.

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.

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 is not displayed while recording on a tape. Also, you cannot record on a tape while the menu is displayed.

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

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	ª Operating with remote control	Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder
	(NV-GS37 only)
		ª Adjusting the brightness and colour
	The menu screen transition is the same as when
	the buttons on the main unit are used.	level
	1 Press the [MENU] button.	1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >>
		[YES].

2Select a menu item.

≥Use the direction buttons (3, 2, 1, 4) and [ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the

main unit.	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]
3 Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu	EVF : Brightness of the viewfinder
screen.	3	Move the joystick left or right to move the
	4	bar indication representing the brightness.
		Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to
		complete the settings.

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

≥To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to activate it.

≥These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

≥If you adjust the colour level of the LCD monitor, the colour level of the viewfinder also automatically changes. (NV-GS37 only)

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Using the remote control

(NV-GS37 only)

ª Remote control

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

	(1)	(3)
	(2)
		(4)

(5)

(1)On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY]

-33-

(2)Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -36-

(3)Audio dubbing button [AUDIO DUB] -35-

(4)Record button [¥REC] (not operable)

(5)Direction buttons [3, 2, 1, 4] -17-

(7)

(6)

(8)

(9)

(6)Slow/frame-by-frame forward button [E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward) -32-

(7)Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL] ¢

(8)Search button [VAR SEARCH] -33-

(9)Menu button [MENU] ¢ -17-

(10)	(14)
	(15)
(11)	(16)
(12)
(13)
	(17)

(10)Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] ¢

(11)Rewind/review button [6]

(12)Pause button [;]

(13)Stop button [∫]

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

(15)Playback button [PLAY 1]

(16)Fast forward/cue button [5]

(17)Enter button [ENTER] -17-

¢ 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.

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.

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Warning

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

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:

2

1

[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” (-39-) 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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Recording with the built-in LED

video light (NV-GS37 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 washed out images will appear.

2Press the [LIGHT] button. 2

≥The gain up mode is set to off.

≥To eliminate washed out images, use this mode.

3Press the [LIGHT] button. 3

≥The LED video light turns off.

≥Pressing the [LIGHT] button again returns to

1.

1

+

2

3

≥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 colour 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.

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Record mode

Check before recording

Check the following before recording important events such as weddings or when the movie camera has not been used for a long time. Conduct a test recording to make sure that the image recording and the audio recording work properly.

ª Basic camera holding

1)

2)	4)

3)

5)

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.

ª Check points

≥Remove the lens cap. (-7-)

(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 (-7-)

≥Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder (Recording cannot start while the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed. Even if the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed during recording, the power will not turn off until recording stops.)

≥Adjustment of LCD monitor/viewfinder (-17-) ≥Power supply (-8-)

≥Insert a cassette (-13-) ≥Setting date/time (-10-)

≥Getting the remote control ready

(NV-GS37 only) (-18-) ≥Setting SP/LP mode (-21-)

ª About auto mode

≥Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO], and colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically.

≥Auto white balance: -48- ≥Auto focusing: -48-

≥Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperature and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. (When set to the Tape recording mode: The shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum of 1/250.)

≥Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust the white balance and focus.

AUTO

MANUAL

FOCUS

≥Scene mode setting (-27-) ≥White balance setting (-28-) ≥Shutter speed setting (-30-) ≥Iris/gain value setting (-30-) ≥Focus setting (-29-)

ª

You can switch the tape recording mode.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Set [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. (-35-)

≥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.

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≥Playback of the image on other digital video equipment recorded in the LP mode.

≥Slow/frame-by-frame playback.

Recording on a tape

Remove the lens cap. (-7-)

(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.

1Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.

2Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.

;

≥For the recording time on a tape, refer to -9-. ≥Carry out a recording check (-22-) to verify that

the image is recorded properly.

≥In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out

the blank search (-23-).

≥If you want to preserve the original sound recorded when audio dubbing (-35-), set [ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to take pictures.

ªOn-screen display in the tape recording mode

1)

0h00m10s00f

R 0:30

2)

1)Recording time elapse

2)Remaining tape indication

ª 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 seconds 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 check

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.

1Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick left to select the recording check icon [].

1

≥The [RECORDING CHECK STARTED] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

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Blank search function

Searches for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape). After the search is finished, the blank search function is cancelled and the camera is put into recording pause.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick right to select the blank search icon [ ].

1

3When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the centre of the joystick.

ª Stopping blank search midway through

Move the joystick down to select the [∫] icon.

≥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 a still picture on a tape (Photoshot)

Still pictures can be recorded from the movie camera lens.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Press 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 [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON], you can add image and a sound like releasing the shutter.

≥Photoshot recording results in slightly inferior image quality.

ª Continuous photoshot

If you set [ADVANCED] >> [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.

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Zoom in/out function

You can zoom in up to 30k optically.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Wide-angle recording (zoom out): Push the [W/T] lever towards [W]. Close-up recording (zoom in):

Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].

VOLUME

W T

1t W

T

5t W

T

10t W

T

≥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 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. 2 cm distant from the lens.

ª Digital zoom function

If the zoom magnification exceeds 30 times, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The digital zoom function allows you to select a magnification from 50k to 1000k.

1Set [ADVANCED] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [50k] or [1000k].

50t W T

[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 30k) [50k]: Up to 50k

[1000k]: Up to 1000k

≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.

ª 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 seconds 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-GS37 only)

ª

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 [ADVANCED] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON].

ZOOM

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.)

≥Extend the viewfinder to see the picture while recording.

1Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥A vertically oriented display appears on the viewfinder screen, this is normal and not indicative of any trouble.

≥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.

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Backlight compensation function

This protects a backlit subject from being darkened.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick up to select the backlight compensation icon [].

ª

1

≥The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥The image on the screen will become brighter.

ª To return to normal recording

Select the [] icon again.

≥The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation is cancelled.

Colour Night view function

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.

1Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick up to select the colour night view icon [].

1

≥The [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥Each upward press switches the modes. OFF # Colour night view function # OFF

ª To cancel the colour night view function

Select the [] icon again.

≥The [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become whitish for a while.

≥The colour 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 colour night view function is cancelled when you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.

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 Recording Mode.

1Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick left to select the soft skin icon [].

1

≥The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

ª To cancel the soft skin mode

Select the [] icon again.

≥The [SOFT SKIN MODE OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥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.

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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.

1Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2Move the joystick left to select the fade icon [].

B

1

≥The [FADE ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

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.

Pause recording. (fade out)

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

ªTo cancel fading

Select the [] icon again.

≥The [FADE OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

ªTo select the colour for fade in/out

The colour which appears in fading pictures can

be selected.

1Set [ADVANCED] >> [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.

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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].

ª To cancel the wind noise reduction function

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

≥The default setting is [ON].

≥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.)

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 [BASIC] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON].

ª To cancel the Cinema function

Set [BASIC] >> [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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Image stabilizer function

Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

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

ª To cancel the image stabilizer function

Set [ADVANCED] >> [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 colour 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

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 Recording Mode.

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

AUTO

MANUAL

FOCUS

2Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the desired mode.

1)	2)
3)	4)

5)

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

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ª To cancel the scene mode function

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

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.

≥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 Recording Mode.

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

AUTO

MANUAL

FOCUS

2Move the joystick up to select the white balance icon [].

MNL

3Move the joystick left or right in order to select the white balance mode.

1)	1 AWB	2)	1
3)	1	4)	1

1)Auto white balance adjustment [ AWB ]

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

3)Outdoor mode [ ]

4)Manual adjustment mode [ ]

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ª To restore to the automatic adjustment

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

≥When 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.

ªTo 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.

ªAbout 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.

ªAbout 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 Recording Mode.

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

AUTO

MANUAL

FOCUS

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

AUTO

MANUAL

FOCUS

MF MNL

≥The MNL and the manual focus indication [MF] will be displayed.

3Move the joystick left or right in order to adjust the focus.

MF 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.

ª To restore to the automatic adjustment

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

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Manual shutter speed/aperture

ª To restore to automatic adjustment

adjustment

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[AUTO].

Shutter Speed

Manual shutter speed adjustment

Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.

Aperture

≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury

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

light or sodium light because the colour and

≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

brightness of the playback image may change.

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

≥If you increase the shutter speed manually, the

[MANUAL].

sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value

increases automatically, which may increase

the noises on the screen.

AUTO

≥You may see vertical lines of light in the

playback image of a brightly shining subject or

MANUAL

FOCUS

highly reflective subject, but this is not a

malfunction.

2 Move the joystick left or right to select the

≥During normal playback, image movement may

shutter aperture icon [

] or shutter speed

not look smooth.

icon [

].

≥When recording in the extremely bright place,

the colour of the screen may change or flickers.

MNL

If so, adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/50

or 1/100.

Manual iris/gain adjustment

≥Set the shutter speed before setting the

aperture (iris/gain) when manually adjusting

3 Move the joystick left or right in order to

both settings.

adjust the shutter speed or aperture.

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

cannot adjust the gain value.

MNL

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

1/50

screen increases.

OPEN

OdB

≥Depending on the zoom magnification, there are

iris values that are not displayed.

1)

2)

ª Shutter speed range

MNL

MNL

1/50 to 1/8000 seconds: Tape Recording Mode

1/1000

1/50

F2.0

The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.

0dB

ª Iris/gain value range

1)

Shutter speed

CLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F2.0,

OPEN (Opened: F1.8) 0dB, ..., 18dB

2)

(Aperture) Iris/gain value

Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image.

Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.

Values with dB are gain values.

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