Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product,
please read these instructions thoroughly.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
Mini
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
LSQT0799 A
Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the
market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will
bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Please take time to fill in the information on the
right.
The serial number is on the tag located on the
underside of your Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder
information source.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your
(LP) mode
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorder
with the
Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long Play
Ò
Ò
mark be used.
This symbol warns the user
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
that uninsulated voltage within
the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric
shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to
make any kind of contact with
any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that
important literature concerning
the operation and maintenance
of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read
carefully in order to avoid any
problems.
AC Adaptor
≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor.
-2-
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use
only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:Panasonic
Model No.:PV-GS120, PV-GS200
Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
Support Contact:Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE
≥Since this product 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.
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
FULLY INSERT.
ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
WARNING
AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO
NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
PV-GS120PV-GS200
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
S3125A
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
-4-
Precautions
USE & LOCATION
WARNING
≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your
Camcorder and power supply should not be
exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the
power supply or operate your Camcorder if it
gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed
for outdoor use, however it is not designed to
sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet,
snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a
pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could
permanently damage the internal parts of your
Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this
unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply
before cleaning.
CAUTION
≥DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE
SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
≥DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH
THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS
THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF
≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO
EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such
as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next
to a heater, etc... This action could permanently
damage the internal parts of your Camcorder.
≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN
TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place,
moisture may form on the tape and inside the
unit.
≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR
THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN
NOT IN USE.
≥STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Store
and handle your Camcorder in a manner that will
not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid
shaking and striking). Your Camcorder contains
a sensitive pick-up device which could be
damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
≥TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use
strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning
your Camcorder body.
≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the
surface of the lens with your hand. Use a
commercial Camcorder lens solution and lens
paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning
can scratch the lens coating.
≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR
CAMCORDER ... Before handling your
Camcorder, make sure your hands and face are
free from any chemical products, such as suntan
lotion, as it may damage the finish.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited
viewing.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation,
and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
-5-
Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, WebCam Driver
and DV STUDIO)
You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User Software Agreement
(“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee
does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Matsushita”), its distributors or dealers from which you made
the purchase.
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but all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the Software are not
transferred to Licensee.
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Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or allow any third party, whether free of charge or not, to
use, copy or modify the Software, except as expressly provided for in this Agreement.
Article 3Restrictions on Copying the Software
Licensee may make a single copy of the Software in whole or in part solely for back-up purpose.
Article 4Computer
Licensee may only use the Software on a single computer at a single location.
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Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent
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or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to
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-6-
Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.
G.726 Audio Decoder End User License Agreement
YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THIS IS A
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Guía española para el uso rápido............... 96
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Before Use
Quick Guide
1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and
charge it.
≥Before use, fully charge the Battery.
≥Since the Battery will not be charged when
the DC Cable is connected to the AC
Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.
≥The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging
starts.
≥When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off,
charging is completed.
2 Attach the charged Battery to the
Camcorder.
ª Inserting a Card
1 Slide the [OPEN] Lever 1 to open the Card
Slot Cover 2.
1
OPEN
2
2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut
corner on top 3, insert it into the Card Slot.
3
3 Close the Card Slot Cover 2 securely.ª Recording on a Tape
1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON].
≥The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up.
POWER
2
ON
OFF
1
2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode.
ª Inserting a Cassette
1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever 1 toward
the front and pull down to open the
Cassette Compartment Cover.
2 Insert a Cassette.
OPEN/
EJECT
1
3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the
[PUSH] mark 2.
4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.
2
PUSH
S
D
PC
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
≥Recording starts.
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button
again to pause the recording.
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Before Use
ª Recording a Still Picture on a Card
(Photoshot)
Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode.
1
P
C
D
S
2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
PHOTO
SHOT
ª Recording a Moving Picture on a Card
(MPEG4) (PV-GS200 only)
Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode.
1
P
C
D
S
2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button
again to pause the recording.
ª Playing Back a Tape
1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON].
≥The [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up.
POWER
2
ON
OFF
1
4 Press the [1] Button to start playback.
STILL
ENTER
is
FADE
5 Press the [∫] Button to Stop Playback.
STILL
ENTER
is
FADE
ª Playing Back a Card
It plays back files recorded on a Card.
1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback Mode
or MPEG4 Playback Mode. (MPEG4
Playback Mode on PV-GS200 Model only)
P
C
P
C
D
S
D
S
2 Start Playback.
[PICTURE]:
1: Starting the Slide Show
5: Playing back the next picture
6: Playing back the previous picture
∫:Stop the Slide Show
;: Pause the Slide Show
[MPEG4] (PV-GS200 only):
1: Playing back the File
5: Selecting the next file (When you tap this
button during playback, you can search the
next file, and when you keep pressing it, cue
playback is activated.)
6: Selecting the previous file (When you tap
this button during playback, you can search
the beginning of the file, and when you keep
pressing it, review playback is activated.)
∫:Stop playing back
;: Pause playing back
2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode.
S
D
PC
3 Press the [6] Button to rewind the tape.
STILL
ENTER
is
FADE
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Before Use
Before Use
Before Using
These operating Instructions are designed for use
with models PV-GS120 and PV-GS200. Pictures
may be slightly different from the original.
≥The illustrations used in these Operating
Instructions show model PV-GS200, however,
parts of the explanation refer to different
models.
≥Depending on the model, some functions are
not available.
≥Features may vary, so please read carefully.
Standard Accessories
Illustrated are accessories supplied with the
Camcorder.
1)
PV-DAC14DK2GJ2DZ00017 K2CA2EA00005
2)
CGA-DU14
(PV-GS200)
N2QCBD000030
(PV-GS200)
7)
VSB0470
(PV-GS120)
5)4)
VYF2973K2KC4CB00009
8)9)
3)
CR2025
N2QAGC000018
6)
Mic, Please refer to page -88- for
replacement parts number.
5) Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord
-18-
6) AV Cable -50-
7) Shoulder Strap -18-
8) SD Memory Card -19-
9) USB Connection Kit (USB Cable and
CD-ROM)
-56-
Controls and Components
ª Camcorder
(1)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(2) (3)
(1) Smart Accessory Shoe
≥The Video DC Light (optional), Video Flash
(not supplied) or the Stereo Zoom
Microphone (optional), etc. can be attached
here. Power is supplied directly from the
Camcorder when using an accessory
supported by the Smart Accessory Shoe.
(PV-GS200 only)
≥Do not touch the connector part of the
Smart Accessory Shoe. (PV-GS200 only)
(2) LCD Monitor Open Button [PUSH OPEN]
-20-
(3)
LCD Monitor -20-, -81-
VFC3506
1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable
VFA0425
-16-
CAUTION:
This unit will operate on 110/120/220/240 V
AC. An AC plug adaptor may be required for
voltages other than 120 V AC. Please
contact either a local or foreign electrical
parts distributor for assistance in selecting
an alternate AC plug. We recommend using
the accessory power plug adaptor
(VJSS0070) in an area which has special AC
outlets.
2) Battery Pack -16-
3) Remote Controller and Button-Type
-15-
Battery
4) Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration
Mic (PV-GS200 only)
-15-
≥If you wish to operate PV-GS120 with a
Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration
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.
Card Slot Cover -19-
(4)
(5)
Card Slot -19-
Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN] -19-
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.
Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] -16-
(50)
(51)
Battery Holder
(52) Shoulder Strap Holders -18-
(53)
Grip Belt (One-touch Free Style Grip Belt)
-17-
(54)
Tripod Receptacle
≥Used for mounting the Camcorder on an
optional tripod.
(55) DV Terminal [DV] -53-
≥Connect this to the digital video equipment.
(56) S-Video Input/Output Jack
[S-VIDEO IN/OUT]
-50-
ª Remote Controller
Using the wireless Remote Controller that is
supplied with the Camcorder, most of the
Camcorder functions can be operated from a
distance.
(57)
(58)
(59)
(60)
P.B. DI G I TA L
(57) Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] -69-
Indication Output Button [OSD] -50-
(58)
Display Button [DISPLAY] -69-
(59)
(60)
Reset Button [RESET] -84-
PHOTO
DATE/
OSD
SHOT
TIME
DISPLAY
RESET
TITLE
MULTI/
¥REC
A.DUB
P-IN-P
V
W
/REW
FF/
PLAY
615
STILL ADV
PAUSE
STILL ADV
;
ED
STOP
INDEXINDEX
KL
∫
SELECT
VAR.
SEARCH
STORE
ENTER
OFF/ON
START/
STOP
ZOOM
sVOLr
P.B. ZOOM
MENU
(61)
T
(62)
W
(63)
-14-
Recording Button [¥REC] -53-
(61)
Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -51-
(62)
(63)
Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom
Function [π, ∑, ∏, ∫]
OSD
DISPLAY
RESET
MULTI/
¥REC
P-IN-P
V
/REW
615
STILL ADV
(64)
(65)
(66)
(67)
(68)
Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [E, D]
(64)
PAUSE
ED
INDEXINDEX
KL
SELECT
STORE
OFF/ON
P.B.DIGITAL
(E: Reverse, D:Forward)
Index Search Buttons [:, 9]
This controller allows the scene to be shot from
various angles, high to low, and is also
convenient when a Tripod is used. When the
controller is not in use, attach the clip to the Grip
Belt for convenience.
This controller makes it easier for left-handed
users to use the Camcorder.
Narration Mic is connected to [REMOTE]
Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the
narration microphone is activated and the
built-in microphone on the Camcorder is
deactivated.
(88) Clip
≥Insert the plug securely into the [REMOTE]
Jack as far as it will go. A loose connection
will affect normal operation.
The Remote Controller
≥When the button-type battery is exhausted,
replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery
is normally expected to last about 1 year.
However, it depends on operation frequency.)
≥Make sure to match the poles correctly when
inserting the battery.
Warning
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.
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F
(100°C) 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.
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO.
CR2025 only. Use of another battery may
present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep
away from children.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of
in fire.
ª Using the Remote Controller
1 Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote
Control Sensor
press an appropriate button.
(29) of the Camcorder and
ª Inserting a Button-type Battery
Before using the Remote Controller, insert the
supplied button-type battery.
1 While pressing the Lock Button 1, pull out
the Battery Holder.
1
2 Insert the button-type battery with the (i)
marking facing upwards.
3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote
Controller.
15˚
10˚
15˚
15˚
(29)
≥Distance from the Camcorder: Within
approximately 15 feet (5 meters)
≥Angle: Within approximately 10o in the
upward, and 15o in the downward and
horizontal directions from the central axis
≥The above operating ranges are for indoor use.
Outdoors or under strong light, the Camcorder
may not operate properly even within the above
ranges.
≥Within a 3 feet (1 meter) range, you can also
use the Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor
side of the Camcorder.
-15-
Before Use
T
W
615
Selecting Remote Controller Modes
When 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously,
they can be operated individually by selecting
different Remote Controller Modes.
≥If the Remote Controller Mode of the
Camcorder and that of the Remote Controller
do not match, [REMOTE] Indication is
displayed.
Setup on the Camcorder:
Set [REMOTE] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to the
desired Remote Controller Mode. (
-23-)
Setup on the Remote Controller:
STILL ADV
PAUS E
STILL ADV
;
21
ED
INDEXINDEX
KL
STOP
P.B. ZOOM
∫
[VCR1]: Press the [D] Button and [∫] Button
simultaneously. 1
[VCR2]: Press the [E] Button and [∫] Button
simultaneously. 2
≥When the battery in the Remote Controller is
replaced, the mode is automatically reset to
[VCR1] Mode.
Power Supply
ª Using the AC Adaptor
ª Using the Battery
Before use, fully charge the Battery.
≥We recommend using a Panasonic Battery.
≥We cannot guarantee the quality of this
Camcorder when batteries from other
companies are used.
1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and
charge it.
≥Since the Battery will not be charged when
the DC Cable is connected to the AC
Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.
≥The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging
starts.
≥When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off,
charging is completed.
≥When the battery is completely discharged,
the [CHARGE] lamp blinks at first, but the
battery is charged normally. When the
temperature of the battery is too high or low,
the [CHARGE] lamp blinks and the charging
time becomes longer than usual.
2 Attach the charged Battery to the
Camcorder.
1
1 Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder.
2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor.
3 Connect the AC Cable to the AC Adaptor
and the AC Jack.
≥The AC Cable’s outlet plug does not fit
entirely into the AC Adaptor jack. A gap will
remain as shown 1.
≥Before connecting or disconnecting the
power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on
the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that
[POWER] Lamp is not lit.
Disconnecting the Power Source
Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (43) to [OFF] and, while
pressing the [PUSH BATT] Button
(50), slide the
Battery or DC Cable upward to disconnect it.
PUSH
(50)
BATT
ON
OFF
(43)
≥For other notes concerning this item, see
-16-
-71-.
Before Use
Charging Time and Available
Recording Time
PV-GS200
CGA-DU14 A2h45min.
CGA-DU21 A3h55min.
CGA-DU07 A1h30min.
PV-GS120
VSB0470 A2h10min.
CGA-DU14
CGA-DU21 A3h55min.
CGA-DU07 A1h30min.
A Charging Time
B Maximum Continuous Recording Time
≥“1h30min.” indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes.
≥Battery CGA-DU14 is supplied. (PV-GS200
only)
≥Battery VSB0470 is supplied. (PV-GS120 only)
≥The times shown in the table are approximate
times. The numbers indicate the recording time
when the Viewfinder is used. The numbers in
parentheses indicate the recording time when
the LCD Monitor is used. In actual use, the
available recording time may be shorter.
≥The times shown in the table are for continuous
recording at a temperature of 68oF (25oC) and
humidity of 60%. If the Battery is charged at a
higher or lower temperature, the charging time
may be longer.
≥We recommend the Battery Pack VSB0470
(PV-GS120 only), CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21
for long time recording (2 hours or more for
continuous recording, 1 hour or more for
intermittent recording).
≥In the following cases, the available recording
time becomes shorter.
≥You use the Viewfinder and LCD Monitor
simultaneously when using the 0 Lux
MagicPix function, rotating the LCD Monitor
forward to record yourself.
≥When you set [EVF ON/AUTO] to [ON].
≥When you use the Camcorder while lighting
the LCD Monitor up by pressing the
[POWER LCD] Button.
≥When you use accessories applicable to the
Smart Accessory Shoe (Stereo Zoom
Microphone, Video DC Light, etc.).
(PV-GS200 only)
B 2h30min.(2h10min.)
B 3h45min.(3h15min.)
B1h15min.(1h5min.)
B2h25min.(2h5min.)
A2h45min.
B3h.(2h40min.)
B4h30min.(4h.)
B 1h30min.(1h20min.)
The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt
ª To Use as a Grip Belt
Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of
your hand.
1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.
2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size
of your hand.
3 Reattach the Grip Belt.
ª To Use as a Hand Strap
Using the Grip Belt as the hand strap makes it
easier to handle and carry a Camcorder. It is
more convenient to use with the Magic Wire
Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200
only).
1 Open the Lock Cover (31) by holding the
tabs on both sides 1, press the Lock
(30) and detach the Grip Belt.
Button
(31)
1
2 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.
-17-
(30)
Before Use
3 Slide A in the direction of the arrow and
reattach the Grip Belt.
A
4 Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist.
≥When returning the Grip Belt to the Grip Belt
Attachment, press the Lock Cover 2 to ensure
that it is securely locked.
2
Attaching the Lens Cap
To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.
1 Pass the end of the Lens Cap Cord through
the hole in the Grip Belt Attachment part
and the Lens Cap through the Lens Cap
Cord.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
We recommend that you attach the Shoulder
Strap before going out to avoid dropping the
Camcorder.
1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through
the Shoulder Strap Holder
Camcorder.
(52) on the
2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap, run it
through the Shoulder Strap Length
Adjuster, and pull it.
≥Pull it out more than 1 inch (2 cm) 1 from the
Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it
cannot slip off.
1
≥Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to
the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same
way.
Inserting a Cassette
1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever (38) toward
the front and pull down to open the
Cassette Compartment Cover.
OPEN/
EJECT
(38)
≥The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the
Grip Belt. (It is not possible when using as a
hand strap.)
≥When you are not recording, be sure to cover
the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection.
2 Insert a Cassette.
3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the
[PUSH] mark 1.
1
PUSH
4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.
-18-
Before Use
ª Accidental Erasure Prevention
Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider
1 on the cassette (by sliding it to the [SAVE]
arrow direction) prevents recording. To enable
recording, close the accidental erasure
prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow
direction).
1
R E C
SAVE
≥For other notes concerning this item, see
-71-.
Using a Memory Card
A Card can be used to record pictures.
≥Use a genuine SD Memory Card or
MultiMediaCard manufactured by Panasonic
only.
Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure
to turn off the Camcorder.
≥Otherwise, the Camcorder may not function
properly or it may cause the loss of recorded
data in a Card.
ª Inserting a Card
Slide the [OPEN] Lever (6) to open the Card
1
Slot Cover
2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut
corner on top 1, insert it into the Card Slot.
3 Close the Card Slot Cover (4) securely.
Removing the Card
Open the Card Slot Cover and then pull the Card
straight out.
≥After removing the Card, close the Card Slot
Cover.
(6)
(4).
OPEN
(4)
1
ª [ACCESS] Lamp (9)
ACCESS
(9)
While the Camcorder is accessing the Card
(reading, recording, playback or erasing), the
[ACCESS] Lamp lights up.
≥While the [ACCESS] Lamp is on, never attempt
to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the
Card, to turn off the Camcorder. Such actions
will damage the Card, and recorded data, and
cause the Camcorder to malfunction.
Turning on the Camcorder
When the Camcorder is turned on with the Lens
Cap on, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment
may not function properly. Please turn on the
Camcorder after removing the Lens Cap.
ª How to Turn on the Power
1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (43) to [ON] while
pressing the button 1.
≥The [POWER] Lamp
POWER
(41)
ON
OFF
(43)
(41) lights up.
1
ª How to Turn off the Power
1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (43) to [OFF] while
pressing the button 1.
ON
F
F
O
(43)
1
Selecting Modes
You can choose a desired mode by rotating the
Mode Dial.
1 Rotate the Mode Dial (39).
S
D
(39)
:Tape Recording Mode
Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape.
Also, you can record still pictures on the card
simultaneously during recording on a tape.
PC
-19-
Before Use
:Tape Playback Mode
Use this mode when playing back the recorded
scene on a tape.
:Card Recording Mode
Use this mode when recording a still picture or a
moving picture on a card. (moving picture on
PV-GS200 Model only)
:Picture Playback Mode
Use this mode when playing back the recorded
still picture on a card.
:MPEG4 Playback Mode (PV-GS200 only)
Use this mode when playing back the recorded
moving picture on a card.
:PC Mode
PC
Use this mode when you want to connect the
Camcorder to your Personal Computer.
Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor
ª Using the Viewfinder
Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of
view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder
become clear and easy to read.
1 Tilt up the Viewfinder.
≥The Viewfinder can also be pulled out for use.
≥Do not pull on the Eyecup to extend the
Viewfinder.
2 Adjust by sliding the Eyepiece Corrector
Knob
(48).
(48)
To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the
LCD Monitor
Set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON].
≥The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD
Monitor is opened.
≥When you turn the Camcorder off, this setting is
cancelled.
ª Using the LCD Monitor
With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record
the picture while watching it.
1 Press the [PUSH OPEN] Button (2) and pull
the LCD Monitor
the arrow.
≥The Viewfinder is now deactivated.
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(3) out in the direction of
≥The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum
of 120o. If you open the LCD monitor to an
angle of 120o, it becomes easier to operate
menus or to play back pictures.
PUSH
OPEN
(2) (3)
2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to
the desired recording angle.
≥The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of
180o 1 from the vertical position upwards
and a maximum of 90o 2 to the downward
direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor
beyond these ranges will damage the
Camcorder. You cannot rotate the LCD
Monitor when it is opened to an angle of 120o.
Therefore, do not rotate it forcibly.
290o1180o
Closing the LCD Monitor
Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.
≥Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed.
ª Adjusting Brightness and Color Level
When [LCD/EVF SET] on the [LCD/EVF]
Sub-Menu is set to [YES], the following items are
displayed.
LCD/EVF SETUP
1LCD BRIGHTNESS
[-]||||----[+]
LCD COLOR LEVEL
[-]||||----[+]
EVF BRIGHTNESS
[-]||||----[+]
;/∫:SELECT &/%:SETUP
!/MENU:EXIT
LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS]
Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD
screen.
LCD Color Level [LCD COLOR LEVEL]
Adjusts the color saturation of the image on the
LCD screen.
Brightness of the Viewfinder
[EVF BRIGHTNESS]
Adjusts the brightness of the image in the
Viewfinder.
To Adjust
Press the [;/∫] Button and select the item to be
adjusted, and then press the [6/5] Button to
raise or lower the number of vertical bars in the
Bar Indication.
-20-
Before Use
≥More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness
or color saturation.
To Increase the Brightness of the Entire LCD
Monitor
Press the [POWER LCD] (26) Button.
When you press [POWER LCD] Button, the LCD
monitor becomes about twice as bright as usual.
(26)
POWER
LCD
≥The [POWER LCD] Lamp
(26) lights up.
≥When turning the power on while using AC
Adaptor, [POWER LCD] function is
automatically effective.
To Resume Normal Brightness
Press the [POWER LCD] Button again.
To Change the Picture Quality of the LCD
Monitor (PV-GS200 only)
Set the [LCD AI] on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to
[ON] or [OFF].
[ON]: The screen image becomes clear and
vivid. (The effect varies according to the
recording scene.)
≥When Power LCD Lamp lights up, [LCD AI] is
automatically set to [ON]. You can not change
this setting. (PV-GS200 only)
≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded
images.
≥For other notes concerning this item, see
-81-.
Using the Menu Screen
To facilitate the selection of a desired function or
setup, this Camcorder displays various function
setups on Menus.
≥When operating the menu with the Viewfinder,
set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or
rotate the LCD monitor by 180o.
1 Press the [MENU] Button (14).
STILL
ENTER
is
FADE
(14)
MENU
≥The Menu corresponding to the Mode
selected by using the Mode Dial
(39) is
displayed.
S
D
(39)
PC
2 Press the [;/∫] Button to select a desired
Sub-Menu.
≥Press the [;/∫] Button to display the
highlighted item.
3 Press the [5] Button to display the
selected Sub-Menu.
4 Press the [;/∫] Button to select the item.
5 Press the [5] Button to display the
selected item.
6 Press the [;/∫] Button to select the desired
mode and press [ENTER] Button to
determine the setting.
≥While a Menu is displayed, you cannot record or
play back. Menus can be displayed during
playback but not during recording. The above
operations can be done using the [MENU]
Button, [π, ∑, ∏, ∫] Buttons and [ENTER]
Button on the Remote Controller. (
-14-)
To Return to the Previous Screen
Press the [6] Button.
To Exit the Menu Screen
Press the [MENU] Button again.
About the Menu Mode Setting
The setting selected on the Menu will be retained
even when the Camcorder is turned off. (The
setups of [EFFECT2] (
-39-) are not retained.)
However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is
disconnected before turning off the Camcorder,
the selected setup may not be retained.
≥Menu operation flow is shown in this text by >>.
ª File Selection in the Picture/MPEG4
Playback Mode (MPEG4 Playback
Mode on PV-GS200 Model only)
A File Selection Operation may be necessary
during Menu Operations. In this case, carry out
the following procedure.
1 Press the [;/∫/6/5] Button and select
a file.
≥The selected file is marked by a frame.
PICTURE
-21-
No.25 100-0012
Before Use
2 Press the [ENTER] Button (17) to confirm
the selection of the file.
≥After the above File Selection Procedure, carry
out the various Menu Operations. (The above
procedure will not be repeated in the following
instructions.)
List of Menus
The figures of the Menus are for explanation
purposes only, and they are different from the
actual Menus.
ª[TAPE RECORDING MENU]
Tape Recording Menu
TAPE RECORDING MENU
CAMERA !
DIGITAL
CARD
RECORDING
DISPLAY
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT
MENU:EXIT
1) [CAMERA]
Camera Setup Sub-Menu
[PROG.AE]
Auto Exposure Mode
[EIS]
Image Stabilizer
[D.ZOOM]
Digital Zoom
-32-
[SELF TIMER]
Self-timer Recording
[USB FUNCTION]
USB Functions Mode
[FLASH] (PV-GS200 only)
-38-
Flash
[RED EYE] (PV-GS200 only)
Red Eye Reduction
[FLASH LEVEL] (PV-GS200 only)
Flash Level
-38-
≥If you press [6] Button, the menu changes
back to the previous screen.
2) [DIGITAL]
Digital Setup Sub-Menu
[EFFECT1]
Digital Effects 1
-39-
[EFFECT2]
Digital Effects 2
-39-
[MULTI MODE]
Multi-Picture Mode
[TITLE IN]
Adding a Title
-47-
3) [CARD]
Card Setup Sub-Menu
[PICT QUALITY]
Picture Quality
-29-
[CREATE TITLE]
Title Creation
-47-
4) [RECORDING]
Recording Setup Sub-Menu
-33-
-35-
-31-
-59-
-39-
-40-
PROG.AE
EIS
D.ZOOM
SELF TIMER
USB FUNCTION
FLASH
RED EYE
FLASH LEVEL
[REC SPEED]
Recording Speed Mode
-26-
[AUDIO REC]
Audio Recording Mode
-26-
[SCENE INDEX]
Scene Index Mode
-44-
[WIND CUT]
Wind Noise Reduction
-34-
[ZOOM MIC]
Zoom Microphone
-32-
[CINEMA]
Cinema-like Format Recording
-35-
[H.SHOE MIC] (PV-GS200 only)
Hot Shoe Microphone
≥This function reduces the low sound to avoid a
wind noise when using the Stereo Zoom
Microphone (optional). Please refer to page
5) [DISPLAY]
Display Setup Sub-Menu
[DISPLAY]
Display Mode
-69-
[DATE/TIME]
Date and Time Indication
-69-
[C.DISPLAY]
Counter Display Mode
-69-
[C.RESET]
Counter Reset
-84-
≥It resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot
reset the Time Code.
6) [LCD/EVF]
LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu
[LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only)
Intelligent LCD Monitor
-21-
[LCD/EVF SET]
LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment
-20-
[SELF REC]
Recording Yourself
-31-
[EVF ON/AUTO]
Using the Viewfinder
-20-
7) [INITIAL]
Initial Setup Sub-Menu
[BLANK SEARCH]
Blank Search
-28-
[DEMO MODE]
Demonstration Mode
≥If no operation takes place for approximately
10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to
the Camcorder and the [OFF/ON] Switch is
turned to [ON] without inserting a Cassette or a
Card, the Camcorder is automatically set to
Demonstration Mode for introducing its
functions. If any button is pressed or operated,
the Demonstration Mode is cancelled. The
Demonstration Mode can be started by setting
[DEMO MODE] to [ON] and by exiting the
Menu. To terminate the Demonstration Mode,
insert a Cassette or set the [DEMO MODE] to
[OFF].
-22-
-88-.
Before Use
[AV JACK]
AV Jack
-82-
[REMOTE]
Remote Controller Mode
-16-
[REC LAMP]
Recording Lamp
-27-
[BEEP SOUND]
Beep Sound
-71-
[CLOCK SET]
Date and Time Setting
-25-
[INITIAL SET]
Initial Setting Mode
-69-
ª[TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]
Tape Playback Menu
TAPE PLAYBACK MENU
PLAYBACK !
AV IN/OUT
DIGITAL
CARD
RECORDING
DISPLAY
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT
MENU:EXIT
1) [PLAYBACK]
Playback Functions Sub-Menu
[SEARCH]
Index Search Mode
[12bit AUDIO]
Audio Selector
-52-
[AUDIO OUT]
Audio Output Mode
[USB FUNCTION]
USB Functions Mode
2) [AV IN/OUT]
Audio-Video Input/Output Setup Sub-Menu
[AV JACK]
AV Jack
-51-
[A.DUB INPUT]
Audio Dubbing Input
[DV OUT]
Analog-Digital Conversion Output
3) [DIGITAL]
Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu
[EFFECT ON]
Digital Effect On/Off
[EFFECT SEL]
Digital Effect Selection
[TITLE IN]
Adding a Title
-47-
4) [CARD]
Card Setup Sub-Menu
[PICT QUALITY]
Picture Quality
-29-
[MPEG4 MODE] (PV-GS200 only)
MPEG4 Picture Quality
[CREATE TITLE]
Title Creation
-47-
5) [RECORDING]
Recording Setup Sub-Menu
-44-
-75-
-59-
-51-
-45-
-45-
-30-
SEARCH
12bit AUDIO
AUDIO OUT
USB FUNCTION
-77-
[REC SPEED]
Recording Speed Mode
-26-
[AUDIO REC]
Audio Recording Mode
-26-
6) [DISPLAY]
Display Setup Sub-Menu
[DISPLAY]
Display Mode
-69-
[DATE/TIME]
Date and Time Indication
-69-
[C.DISPLAY]
Counter Display Mode
-69-
[C.RESET]
Counter Reset
-84-
[REC DATA]
Camera Data
≥If you set [REC DATA] to [ON], the settings
(shutter speed, iris and white balance settings
-35-), etc.) used during the recordings are
(
displayed during playback. [---] appears on the
display when there is no data or during Slow
Motion Playback, Still Advance Playback or
Variable Speed Search.
≥The settings information may not be displayed
properly if the camera data of this Camcorder
are played back on other equipment.
≥The camera data will not be recorded in the
following cases:
≥When the data has been recorded from a
card to a tape.
≥When recording proceeds with no input
signals supplied.
≥When recording involves the use of the
S-Video or AV Jack.
≥When pictures with no camera data are
recorded using the DV Terminal.
≥When displaying a list of titles.
7) [LCD/EVF]
Adjusting Brightness and Color Level
[LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only)
Intelligent LCD Monitor
-21-
[LCD/EVF SET]
LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment
-20-
[EVF ON/AUTO]
Using the Viewfinder
-20-
8) [INITIAL]
Initial Setup Sub-Menu
[BLANK SEARCH]
Blank Search
-28-
[REMOTE]
Remote Controller Mode
-16-
[BEEP SOUND]
Beep Sound
-71-
-23-
Before Use
ª[CARD RECORDING MENU]
Card Recording Menu
CARD RECORDING MENU
CAMERA !
DIGITAL
CARD
RECORDING
DISPLAY
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT
MENU:EXIT
1) [CAMERA]
Camera Setup Sub-Menu
[PROG.AE]
Auto Exposure Mode
[SHTR EFFECT]
Shutter Effect
≥You can add a sound such as releasing the
shutter.
[SELF TIMER]
Self-timer Recording
[FLASH] (PV-GS200 only)
-38-
Flash
[RED EYE] (PV-GS200 only)
Red Eye Reduction
[FLASH LEVEL] (PV-GS200 only)
Flash Level
-38-
2) [DIGITAL]
Digital Setup Sub-Menu
[TITLE IN]
Adding a Title
-47-
3) [CARD]
Card Setup Sub-Menu
[PICTURE SIZE]
Picture Size
-29-
[PICT QUALITY]
Picture Quality
-29-
[MPEG4 MODE] (PV-GS200 only)
MPEG4 Picture Quality
[CREATE TITLE]
Title Creation
-47-
[BURST MODE]
RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot
4) [RECORDING]
Recording Setup Sub-Menu
[WIND CUT]
Wind Noise Reduction
[H.SHOE MIC] (PV-GS200 only)
Hot Shoe Microphone
≥This function reduces the low sound to avoid a
wind noise when using the Stereo Zoom
Microphone (optional). Please refer to page
5) [DISPLAY]
Display Setup Sub-Menu
[DISPLAY]
Display Mode
-69-
[DATE/TIME]
Date and Time Indication
-35-
-31-
-39-
-34-
PROG.AE
SHTR EFFECT
SELF TIMER
FLASH
RED EYE
FLASH LEVEL
-30-
-69-
-30-
-88-.
6) [LCD/EVF]
Adjusting Brightness and Color Level
[LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only)
Intelligent LCD Monitor
-21-
[LCD/EVF SET]
LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment
-20-
[SELF REC]
Recording Yourself
-31-
[EVF ON/AUTO]
Using the Viewfinder
-20-
7) [INITIAL]
Initial Setup Sub-Menu
[AV JACK]
AV Jack
-51-
[REMOTE]
Remote Controller Mode
-16-
[REC LAMP]
Recording Lamp
-27-
[BEEP SOUND]
Beep Sound
-71-
[CLOCK SET]
Date and Time Setting
-25-
[INITIAL SET]
Initial Setting Mode
-69-
ª[PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU]
Picture Playback Menu
PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU
DELETE !
EDITING
PRINT
DIGITAL
DISPLAY
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT
MENU:EXIT
1) [DELETE]
Deleting a File Sub-Menu
[FILEBYSEL]
Selecting and Deleting a File
[ALL FILES]
Deleting All Files
[TITLE BY SEL]
Selecting and Deleting a Title
2) [EDITING]
Editing a File Sub-Menu
[FILE LOCK]
Setting the Lock
[DPOF SET]
Setting DPOF
-48-
[CARD FORMAT]
Formatting a Card
3) [PRINT]
Printing Setting Sub-Menu
[THIS PICTURE]
Printing Only the Displayed Picture
[DATE]
Printing with Recording Date
-49-
-48-
-49-
FILE BY SEL
ALL FILES
TITLE BY SEL
-49-
-49-
-55-
-55-
-24-
Before Use
4) [DIGITAL]
Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu
[TITLE IN]
Adding a Title
-47-
5) [DISPLAY]
Display Setup Sub-Menu
[DISPLAY]
Display Mode
-69-
[DATE/TIME]
Date and Time Indication
-69-
[C.DISPLAY]
Counter Display Mode
-69-
[C.RESET]
Counter Reset
-84-
6) [LCD/EVF]
Adjusting Brightness and Color Level
[LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only)
Intelligent LCD Monitor
-21-
[LCD/EVF SET]
LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment
-20-
[EVF ON/AUTO]
Using the Viewfinder
-20-
7) [INITIAL]
Initial Setup Sub-Menu
[AV JACK]
AV Jack
-82-
[REMOTE]
Remote Controller Mode
-16-
ª[MPEG4 PLAYBACK MODE]
(PV-GS200 only)
MPEG4 Playback Menu
MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU
DELETE !
EDITING
DISPLAY
LCD/EVF
INITIAL
;/∫:SELECT %:NEXT
MENU:EXIT
1) [DELETE]
Deleting a File Sub-Menu
[FILEBYSEL]
Selecting and Deleting a File
[ALL FILES]
Deleting All Files
2) [EDITING]
Editing a File Sub-Menu
[FILE LOCK]
Setting the Lock
[CARD FORMAT]
Formatting a Card
3) [DISPLAY]
Display Setup Sub-Menu
[SCREEN]
Screen Setting
[DISPLAY]
Display Mode
-69-
-49-
-48-
-49-
FILE BY SEL
ALL FILES
-49-
[DATE/TIME]
Date and Time Indication
-69-
4) [LCD/EVF]
Adjusting Brightness and Color Level
[LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only)
Intelligent LCD Monitor
-21-
[LCD/EVF SET]
LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment
-20-
[EVF ON/AUTO]
Using the Viewfinder
-20-
5) [INITIAL]
Initial Setup Sub-Menu
[AV JACK]
AV Jack
-82-
[REMOTE]
Remote Controller Mode
-16-
Setting Date and Time
Since the internal clock of the Camcorder has a
slight imprecision make sure to check the time
before recording.
[MONTH], [DAY], [HOUR] or [MIN.] and
press the [6/5] Button to set it to the
desired value.
≥Year will cycle in the order shown below.
2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...
3 Press the [MENU] Button (14) to finish
setting the date and time.
≥The clock operation starts from [00] second.
≥If the built-in battery is weak, the [0] or [--]
Indication flashes. In this case, charge the
built-in battery.
≥The clock uses the 12-hour system.
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Before Use
Internal Lithium Battery Recharge
The internal lithium battery sustains the operation
of the clock. When the [0] or [--] Indication
flashes, the internal lithium battery is near
exhaustion.
1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camcorder
with the power turned off and then connect
to the AC Jack.
≥After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium
battery can power the clock for approximately
3 months.
LP Mode
A desired recording speed can be selected with
[REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu.
If LP Mode is selected, the recording time
becomes 1.5 times longer than that of SP
Mode.
Although the image quality does not decrease
with the LP Mode recording, mosaic-pattern noise
may appear on a playback image, or some
normal functions may be restricted.
≥The contents that are recorded in LP Mode are
not completely compatible with other
equipment.
≥Audio dubbing is not possible with LP Mode.
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Audio Recording Mode
The sound quality of the recorded sound can be
selected with [AUDIO REC] on the
[RECORDING] Sub-Menu.
High sound-quality recording is possible with
“16 bit 48 kHz 2 track” Mode. With the “12 bit
32 kHz 4 track” Mode, the original sound can be
recorded on 2 tracks in stereo, while the other
2 tracks can be used for Audio Dubbing.
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Recording Mode
Recording Mode
About Recording
When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode
Dial to Tape Recording Mode [].
When recording still pictures or moving pictures
on a card, set the Mode Dial to Card Recording
Mode []. (moving pictures on PV-GS200
Model only)
When recording with the
[AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch
[AUTO], the Camcorder automatically adjusts the
focus and white balance. In some cases, they
cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be
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MANUAL
FOCUS
adjusted manually. (
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≥Before turning on the power, remove the
Lens Cap. If the Lens Cap is still attached
when the power is turned on, Automatic
White Balance Adjustment (
function correctly.
≥When the Recording Pause Mode continues for
more than 5 minutes, the power is turned off
automatically for tape protection and power
conservation. (If the AC Adaptor is used, the
power is turned off only when the tape is
inserted in Tape Recording Mode.) When the
tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if
the Recording Pause Mode continues for more
than 5 minutes the power is turned off
automatically. To resume recording from this
condition, turn off, then turn on the power again.
ª Recording Lamp
The Recording Lamp (27) lights up during
recording and alerts those being recorded that
recording is in progress.
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≥The Recording Lamp does not light up if the
[REC LAMP] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu is set
to [OFF].
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Recording on a Tape
1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (43) to [ON].
≥The [POWER] Lamp
POWER
(41)
ON
OFF
(43)
2 Set the Mode Dial (39) to Tape Recording
Mode.
(39)
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (42).
≥Recording starts.
≥After [RECORD] is displayed, it changes to
[REC].
(42)
4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (42)
again to pause the recording.
≥The [PAUSE] Indication is displayed.
Recording “Simultaneous Motion/Still Record
Mode”
≥Even if the Mode Dial is set to Tape Recording
Mode and the recording to a tape is in progress,
you can also record a still picture on a card by
pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
ª To Check the Recording
By pressing the [S] Button (7) briefly in the
Recording Pause Mode, you can play back the
last few seconds of the recorded scene.
(7)
≥The [CHK] Indication is displayed. After
checking, the Camcorder resumes the
Recording Pause Mode.
(41) lights up.
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PAUSE
REC
RECORD
≥For other notes concerning this item, see
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Recording Mode
ª Finding the End of Recording
(Blank Search Function)
The Blank Search Function aids you in locating
the end of the recording on the Cassette quickly.
recorded scene, the Camcorder switches to
the Recording Pause Mode or the Still
Playback Mode.
≥If there is no blank left on the Cassette, the
Camcorder stops at the end of the tape.
To Cancel Blank Search Before Completion
Press the [∫] Button.
ª To Add a Sound while Recording
(PV-GS200 only)
With the supplied Magic Wire Remote Control
with Narration Mic connected to the [REMOTE]
(33), you can add a narration while
Jack
recording is in progress.
While the [TALK] Button
Indication is displayed and the sound is recorded
from [MIC]
(83).
(83)
(87) is pressed, the [ ]
REC
ª Progressive Photoshot
When the [æ] Indication is displayed,
Progressive Photoshot Function works.
You can record still pictures with higher quality by
using this function.
≥The Progressive Photoshot Function may not
be activated depending on the function you use.
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≥To record still pictures with higher quality, we
recommend setting to the Card Recording
Mode. (To activate the progressive function
regardless of the function you use)
≥When you record onto the tape and the card
simultaneously, the progressive function is not
activated.
Recording a Still Picture on a Card
(Photoshot)
Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory
Card from the Camcorder.
The size of images that are recorded using this
Camcorder is approximately 2.3 million pixels
(PV-GS200)/1.2 million pixels (PV-GS120), and
recording of images with a size that is larger than
a million pixels is called mega-pixel still-picture
recording. Compared to images of normal
recording, images that are created by mega-pixel
still-picture recording can be printed out clearly.
When in Tape Recording Mode:
1 Set the Mode Dial (39) to Tape Recording
Mode.
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≥While the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in
microphone does not operate.
ª Digital Still Picture
When the [STILL] Button (15) is pressed, images
become still pictures. When the button is pressed
again, the Digital Still Picture Mode is cancelled.
STILL
(15)
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≥We recommend that you press the [STILL]
Button first at the position where you wish to
record the still picture so as to enter the Digital
Still Picture Mode and then press the
[PHOTO SHOT] Button.
2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (47).
PHOTO
SHOT
(47)
≥The size of the recorded picture is [640k480].
≥To record still pictures with higher quality, we
recommend recording in Card Recording Mode.
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Recording Mode
When recording in Card Recording Mode:
(PV-GS200)
1 Set the Mode Dial (39) to Card Recording
Mode.
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(39)
S
2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (47)
halfway.
PHOTO
(47)
SHOT
1
2
≥The aperture value and gain are fixed and the
Camcorder automatically focuses on the
subject.
1 Shutter Chance Mark
2 Focus Area
Shutter Chance Mark
Lights (green): The subject is adequately
focused. (The focus is stable
and you can record pictures
more clearly.)
Lights (white): The subject is almost focused.
Blink (white): The Camcorder is focusing on
the subject.
No Mark:The Camcorder cannot focus
on the subject.
≥The [PHOTO SHOT] Button on the Magic Wire
Remote Control with Narration Mic cannot be
pressed halfway.
3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (47) fully.
PHOTO
SHOT
(47)
≥The [] Indication lights up in red.
PICTURE
≥The Shutter Chance Mark appears even when
the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is not pressed.
Check it for your reference.
≥Even if the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed
halfway, the Shutter Chance Mark does not
appear in Manual Focus Mode.
(PV-GS120)
1 Set the Mode Dial (39) to Card Recording
Mode.
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2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (47).
≥The [] Indication lights up in red.
PICTURE
Selecting the Size of Photoshot Images
2 sizes are available for Photoshot.
1 Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]
>> [PICTURE SIZE] >> [1760k1320]
(PV-GS200)/[1280k960] (PV-GS120) or
[640k480].
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MENU
Selecting the quality of Photoshot images
1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU],
[TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] or
[CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] >>
[PICT QUALITY] >> a desired image quality.
STILL
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MENU
Maximum number of images recordable on
the supplied Card (8 MB)
When the picture size is 1760k1320
(PV-GS200):
[FINE] (high image quality):
[NORMAL] (normal image quality):
[ECONOMY] (low image quality):
When the picture size is 1280k960
(PV-GS120):
[FINE] (high image quality):
[NORMAL] (normal image quality):
[ECONOMY] (low image quality):
approximately 4 pictures
approximately 7 pictures
approximately 11 pictures
approximately 9 pictures
approximately 16 pictures
approximately 23 pictures
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Recording Mode
When the picture size is 640k480:
[FINE] (high image quality):
approximately 45 pictures
[NORMAL] (normal image quality):
approximately 95 pictures
[ECONOMY] (low image quality):
approximately 190 pictures
≥These figures vary depending on the subject
being photographed.
ª RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot
The still pictures can be recorded on a Card at
regular intervals.
≥Available only with [640k480] picture size.
1 Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]
>> [BURST MODE] >> [ON].
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MENU
≥The [] Indication appears.
2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button (47).
PHOTO
SHOT
(47)
≥When [ON] is selected, the still pictures can
be recorded in approximately 0.5 second
intervals until the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is
released or 10 pictures are recorded. When
the shutter speed is set to 1/30 manually, still
pictures can be recorded at approximately
0.7 second intervals. (In the case of
PV-GS200, you cannot use the RapidFire
Consecutive Photoshot if the shutter speed is
set to 1/4, 1/8 or 1/15.)
≥For other notes concerning this item, see
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Recording a Moving Picture on a
Card (MPEG4)
(PV-GS200 only)
You can record moving pictures on a Card. The
recorded data can also be played back on
Windows Media Player (ver.6.4 and later).
≥When the Mode Dial
Recording Mode, you cannot record to the
Tape.
(39) is set to Card
1 Set the Mode Dial (39) to Card Recording
Mode.
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2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (42).
(42)
≥It takes 1 to 2 seconds to start recording.
≥During recording the [] Indication is lit in
MPEG
4
red.
3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button (42)
again to pause the recording.
≥The maximum continuous recording time is
approximately 120 minutes.
The Camcorder will automatically stop
recording when the relevant time listed above
has elapsed.
≥When Remaining Time Indication becomes
[R:0h00m], this Indication flashes in red.
Recording will not start.
file size to be less than 1 MB.
[SUPERFINE]: approximately 8 seconds
[FINE]:approximately 15 seconds
[NORMAL]:approximately 20 seconds
[ECONOMY]:approximately 1 minute
≥For other notes concerning this item, see
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Selecting the Quality of MPEG4 Recording
images
1 Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD]
>> [MPEG4 MODE] >> a desired image
quality.
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