Panasonic PV-GS39, PV-GS59, PV-GS29 User Manual

Digital Video Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Models No.

(PV-GS59 Shown)

PV-GS59 PV-GS39 PV-GS29

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.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

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P PC

LSQT1000 B

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 mode. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorders with the mark be used.

Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long (LP)

This symbol warns the user 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.

The above markings are located on the appliance bottom cover.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

CAUTION:

DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

• 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.

WARNING

AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

- U.S.A. CONSUMERS Only-

Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Panasonic Model No. : PV-GS29/PV-GS39/PV-GS59 Responsibility Party : Panasonic Corporation of North America Address : One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Telephone Number : 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

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.

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 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.

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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.

- CANADA CONSUMERS Only-

This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.

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.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it will be left 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.

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 ...

moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.

DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER

●

If the unit is suddenly

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.

- If you see this symbol -

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.

End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, MotionDV STUDIO and Quick Movie Magic)

Before opening the CD-ROM package (PV-GS59 Only), please read the following.

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.

Article 1 License Licensee is granted the right to use the software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the Software are not transferred to Licensee.

Article 2 Use by a Third Party 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 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software Licensee may make a single copy of the Software in whole or in part solely for back-up purpose.

Article 4 Computer Licensee may only use the Software on a single computer at a single location.

Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Matsushita, or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of the Software.

Article 6 Limitation of Liability The Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. Further, Matsushita does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Matsushita or any of its distributors or dealers will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.

Article 7 Export Control Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to any country the Software in any form without the appropriate export licenses under regulations of the country where Licensee resides, if necessary.

Article 8 Termination of License The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be automatically terminated if Licensee violates any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Upon such automatic termination, Licensee must destroy the Software and related documentation together with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s own expense.

Differences between models

This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PV-GS29, PV-GS39 and PV-GS59. The PV-GS59 is the model used for illustrative purposes. Features may vary, so please read carefully.

Model Number PV-GS29 PV-GS39 PV-GS59

For U.S.A. customers:

Battery Pack

(Supplied)

CD-ROM – – Supplied (LSFT0648)

CGR-DU06

(640 mAh)

CGR-DU06

(640 mAh)

CGR-DU06 (640 mAh)

For Canada customers:

CGA-DU12 (1 150 mAh)

For U.S.A. customers:

USB Cable –

Card Feature No Yes Yes

Monitor 2.5-inch LCD 2.7-inch Wide LCD 2.7-inch Wide LCD

USB Jack* No Yes (Full-Speed) Yes (High-Speed)

Audio Dubbing No No Yes

Recording a Still

Picture on a Tape

Cinema Function Yes No No

Wide/4:3 Function No Yes Yes

Remote Control

Sensor

* It is only compatible with USB 2.0 PCI Card and/or connection.

Yes No No

No No Yes

For Canada customers:

Supplied (K1HA05CD0014)

–

Supplied (K1HA05CD0014)

 How to Turn off the Demo Mode

To terminate the demonstration mode, insert a cassette or set the [ DEMO MODE] to [OFF] as follows.

1 Set [ SETUP] >> [ DEMO MODE] >> [OFF].

With a PC (Operating System Compatibility Chart)

Before using the PC function (pp. 56~69), please refer to the OS (operating system) compatibility chart, below.

 For Windows

Model

Number

PV-GS29

PV-GS39

PV-GS59

Windows OS Built-in SD Drive Web Camera

Windows 2000 – – –

Windows XP – – –

Windows 2000 Yes* Yes (SP4 or later) –

Windows XP Yes* Yes (SP2 or later)* –

Windows 2000 Yes* Yes (SP4 or later) Yes (SP4 or later)

Windows XP Yes* Yes (SP1 or later) Yes (SP2 or later)

MotionDV STUDIO/ Quick Movie Magic

 For Macintosh

Model

Number

PV-GS29 X v 10.1 - v 10.4 – – –

PV-GS39 X v 10.1 - v 10.4 Yes* – –

PV-GS59 X v 10.1 - v 10.4 Yes* – –

* The USB equipment operates with the driver installed standard on your OS.

Macintosh OS Built-in SD Drive Web Camera

MotionDV STUDIO/ Quick Movie Magic

 For Macintosh (DV connection)

Model

Number

PV-GS29 X v 10.3 - v 10.4 Yes

PV-GS39 X v 10.3 - v 10.4 Yes

PV-GS59 X v 10.3 - v 10.4 Yes

Macintosh OS iMovie/iMovieHD

Contents

Before Using

Things You Should Know .......................................2

Safety Precautions .................................................2

Precautions .............................................................5

End User License Agreement ................................. 6

Differences between models ..................................7

With a PC (Operating System Compatibility Chart)

Quick Guide ..........................................................10

Standard Accessories ........................................... 12

Parts Identification and Handling ..........................12

The Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional) ..14

Power Supply .......................................................15

Charging Time and Available Recording Time .....16

How to remove the Sensor tag

(For U.S.A. customers) .......................................17

To Use as a Grip Belt ...........................................17

Re-attaching the Lens Cap ...................................17

Attaching the Shoulder Strap ................................ 18

Inserting/Removing a Cassette ............................18

Using a Memory Card (Optional)

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ....................................19

Turning on the Camcorder .................................... 20

Setting Date and Time ..........................................21

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor .......................21

Easy to Use Mode Dial .........................................23

How to Use the Joystick Control ........................... 23

Using the Menu Screen ........................................25

Selecting Language ..............................................26

List of Menus ........................................................26

LP Mode ...............................................................29

Recording Mode

About Recording ...................................................30

Recording on a Tape ............................................30

To Check the Recording .......................................31

Finding the End of Recording

(Blank Search Function) .....................................31

Recording a Still Picture on a Tape

(PV-GS29 Only) .................................................. 31

Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot)

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ....................................32

Recording Yourself ...............................................33

Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light .........33

Quick Start ............................................................34

Self-timer Recording (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) .... 35

Zoom In/Out Functions .........................................35

Digital Zoom Function ........................................... 36

Image Stabilizer Function .....................................36

Fade In/Out Functions ..........................................37

Backlight Compensation Function ........................37

MagicPix Function ................................................38

Soft-Skin Mode .....................................................38

Wind Noise Reduction Function ...........................39

Cinema Function (PV-GS29 Only) .......................39

Wide/4:3 Function (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) .......39

Recording in Special Situations (Scene Mode) ....40

Recording in Natural Colors (White Balance) .......41

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment .......................42

Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number) ...................... 43

Manual Focus Adjustment ....................................44

...8

Playback Mode

Playing Back a Tape ............................................. 45

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back ..............46

Slow Motion Playback (PV-GS59 Only) ...............46

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback ...................47

Playing Back a Memory Card

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ....................................47

Slide Show (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ..................48

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ....................................49

Writing Printing Data on a Card (DPOF Setting)

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ....................................50

Protecting the Files on a Card (Lock Setting)

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ....................................50

Formatting a Card (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) .......51

Playing Back on Your TV ...................................... 51

Editing Mode

Recording from a Tape onto a Card

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) ....................................53

Audio Dubbing (PV-GS59 Only) ...........................53

Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR

(Dubbing) ............................................................54

Using the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing) .................................................54

PC Connection With DV Interface Cable ..............55

With a PC

Using Camcorder with a PC .................................56

Using the USB Function ......................................56

To disconnect USB cable safely ...........................59

Using as a Web Camera ......................................60

Using the Motion Picture Editing Software

(PV-GS59 Only) .................................................. 64

If you no longer need software or driver

(Uninstall) ............................................................67

Transferring Motion DV Tape Pictures (Camcorder→Macintosh) via DV Cable

(iMovie / iMovie HD) ...........................................67

Notes ....................................................................68

Others

Indications ............................................................70

Warning/Alarm Indications .................................... 71

Cautions for Use ...................................................72

Before Requesting Service

(Problems and Solutions) ...................................75

Using the RESET button ......................................78

Explanation of Terms ............................................ 79

Specifications .......................................................80

Camcorder Accessory System .............................81

Camcorder Accessory Order Form

(For U.S.A. customers) .......................................82

Request for Service Notice

(For U.S.A. customers) .......................................83

Limited Warranty (For U.S.A. customers) ............. 84

Customer Services Directory ................................85

Warranty (For Canada customers) .......................86

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Para Uso Rápido

..............................................................................87

Guía rápida ...........................................................88

Index .....................................................................90

Quick Guide

Using the Battery

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.

Inserting a Cassette

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever

the front and pull up to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

• To protect the tape, if the cover is not fully opened, the cassette holder cannot be ejected.

toward

2 After the Cassette Holder is opened, insert

a Cassette.

Inserting a Card

1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN]

and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow.

2 Open the Card Slot Cover

Knob

3 While holding the Memory Card with its

cut corner facing right 4 insert it into the Card Slot 5.

4 Close the Card Slot Cover

securely.

Turning on the Camcorder

• Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder before turning on the power.

 How to Turn on the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON] while

pressing the button 1.

• The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red.

 How to Turn off the Power

2 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] while

pressing the button 1.

• The [STATUS] Indicator goes off.

3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the

[PUSH] mark 2.

4 Only after the Cassette Holder is

completely housed, close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark

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 Pull the Viewﬁ nder.

2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector

Knob 1.

Playing Back a Tape

1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Playback Mode.

• The [ TAPE PLAYBACK MODE] is displayed on the screen.

• The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen.

[One-Touch Navigation icon]

Before Using

Recording on a Tape

1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording

Mode.

• The [ TAPE RECORDING MODE] is displayed on the screen.

(PV-GS39/ PV-GS59)

(PV-GS29)

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button.

• Recording starts.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button

again to pause the recording.

Recording a Still Picture on Card (Photoshot) (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

1 Set the Mode Dial to Card Recording

Mode.

• The [ CARD RECORDING MODE] is displayed on the screen.

(PV-GS39/

PV-GS59)

2 Move the Joystick Control [◄]

3 Move the Joystick Control [▲]

4 Move the Joystick Control [▼]

the tape.

playback.

(PV-GS29)

to rewind

to start

to stop

Playing Back a Card (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

1 Set the Mode Dial to Picture Playback

Mode.

• The [ CARD PLAYBACK MODE] is displayed on the screen.

• The One-Touch Navigation icon is displayed on the lower right of the screen.

[One-Touch Navigation icon]

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

2 Start Playback.

Joystick Control [▲] : Starting the Slide Show

Stop the Slide Show Joystick Control [▼] : Erase the pictures Joystick Control [◄] : Playing back the previous

picture Joystick Control [►] : Playing back the next picture

Before Using

Standard Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with your Camcorder.

Parts Identification and Handling

 Camcorder

3 4 5

PV-DAC14D K2CA2CA00025

K2GJ2DC00011

2) 3)

CGA-DU12

(PV-GS59 Canada Only)

CGR-DU06

K2KC4CB00020

4) 5)

LSFC0018

K1HA05CD0014

(For PV-GS39 (Canada Only)/ PV-GS59)

LSFT0648

(PV-GS59 Only)

1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (pp. 15~16)

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/KZDB4ZE00001) in an area which has special AC outlets.

2) Battery Pack (pp. 15~16)

3) AV Cable (pp. 51, 54)

4) Shoulder Strap (p. 18)

5) USB Cable and CD-ROM (pp. 56, 58~59, 61, 67)

879

LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN] (p. 22)

LCD Monitor (pp. 20~22, 75)

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 Access Lamp (p. 20)

Reset Button [RESET] (pp. 76, 78)

DC Input Jack [DC IN] (p. 15)

Battery Holder (p. 16) Mode Selector Switch

[AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (pp. 30, 40~44)

Card Slot Cover (pp. 19~20)

Card Slot (pp. 19~20)

A/V

Lens Hood (p. 75)

Lens White Balance Sensor (p. 42)

Remote Control Sensor (PV-GS59 Only) (p. 15) Zoom Lever [W/T] (pp. 35, 36)

Volume Lever [– / VOL +] (pp. 45, 47)

Microphone (built-in, stereo) (pp. 35, 39)

Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT]

(pp. 51, 54)

• Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder’s built-in speaker.

• When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes.

Mode Dial (p. 23)

Recording Start/Stop Button (p. 30)

Joystick Control (pp. 23, 25) Light Button [LIGHT] (pp. 33~34)

Before Using

191720

Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT]

(p. 18)

Cassette Holder (pp. 18~19)

Cassette Compartment Cover (pp. 18~19) DV Input/Output Terminal

(pp. 54~55, 67~68)

• Connect this to the digital video equipment.

USB Jack [ ] (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) (pp. 58~59, 61, 67)

Speaker (p. 45)

Built-in LED Light (pp. 33~34)

Viewfinder (pp. 20~22, 75)

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.

Eyepiece Corrector Knob (p. 21) Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT]

27 28

30 31

(pp. 31, 32)

Shoulder Strap Holders (p. 18)

Power Switch [OFF/ON] (p. 20)

Status Indicator [STATUS] (pp. 20~21, 34)

Menu Button [MENU] (p. 25)

Grip Belt (p. 17) Tripod Receptacle

• This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the Operating Instructions for how to attach the tripod to the Camcorder.)

• You cannot open the Card Slot Cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.

Battery Eject Switch

[BATTERY RELEASE] (p. 16)

 Remote Control

(PV-GS59 Only : Optional)

Using the Remote Control with the Camcorder, most of the Camcorder functions can be operated from a distance.

37 38

Indication Output Button [EXT DISPLAY]

(pp. 52, 54)

Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] (p. 28) Audio Dubbing Button [AUDIO DUB]

(p. 53)

Recording Button [● REC] (p. 55) Cursor buttons for Variable Speed Search

Function [▲, ▼] (p. 46) Select Button [▲▼◄►] (p. 26)

39 40

The Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional)

44 45

Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [◄Ι, Ι►]

(◄Ι: reverse, Ι►: forward) (p. 46) Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL]*

(pp. 35~36, 45) Variable Speed Search Button

[VER SEARCH] (p. 46)

Menu Button [MENU]* (p. 26)

47 48 49

51 52

Inserting the Button-type Battery

Before using the Remote Control, insert a button-type battery (not supplied).

1 While pressing the Lock Button

the Battery Holder.

, pull out

2 Insert a button-type battery (CR2025) with

the (+) marking facing upward.

3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote

Control.

• 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 button-type battery.

Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT]*

(p. 32)

Rewind/Review Button [◄◄ ] (p. 46)

Pause Button [ ] (pp. 47, 53, 55)

Stop Button [■] (pp. 15, 55) Recording Start/Stop Button

[START/STOP]* (p. 30)

Play Button [►] (pp. 46~47, 55)

Fast Forward/Cue Button [►► ] (p. 46)

Enter Button [ENTER] (p. 26)

* means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the Camcorder.

WARNING

● Use Battery with Panasonic type CR2025

only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

● Battery may explode if mistreated.

● As with any small object, this type of

Battery can be swallowed by young children. Do not allow children to handle this Battery.

CAUTION

● Dispose of used battery promptly.

● Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose

of in fire.

Using the Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional)

1 Direct the Remote Control at the Remote

Control Sensor of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button.

15°

Power Supply

Using the AC Adaptor

• Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that [STATUS] Indicator is not lit. (p. 20)

Before Using

• Distance from the Camcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters)

• Angle: Within approximately 15° in the vertical 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.

 Selecting Remote Control Modes

When 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Control Modes.

• If the Remote Control Mode of the Camcorder 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 Camcorder is turned on, [CHECK REMOTE MODE] (p. 71) will appear and operation is impossible. Set the same Remote Control Mode.

 Setup on the Camcorder

Set [ REMOTE] on the [ SETUP] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Control Mode. (pp. 27, 28)

 Setup on the Remote Control

[VCR1]:

Press the [Ι►] Button and [ ■ ] Button simultaneously.

[VCR2]:

Press the [◄Ι] Button and [ ■ ] Button simultaneously.

• When the battery in the Remote Control is replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode.

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.

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.

2 Put the Battery on the Battery Mount by

aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

• 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.

3 Attach the charged Battery to the

Camcorder.

 Disconnecting the Power Source

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF], and while sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] Switch, remove the Battery downward or DC Cable.

• When attaching or removing Battery, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and make sure the [STATUS] Indicator is not lit.

• Hold down the battery with your hand so it

does not fall.

Notes:

• When the Camcorder has been used for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.

• If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.

Charging Time and Available Recording Time

Supplied battery

(PV-GS29)

CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh)

Supplied battery

(PV-GS39/PV-GS59 U.S.A.)

CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh)

Supplied battery

(PV-GS59 Canada Only)

CGA-DU12 (7.2 V / 1 150 mAh)

Optional battery

(PV-GS59 Canada Only)

CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh)

Optional battery

(PV-GS29)

CGA-DU12 (7.2 V / 1 150 mAh)

Optional battery

(PV-GS39/PV-GS59 U.S.A.)

CGA-DU12 (7.2 V / 1 150 mAh)

Optional battery

(PV-GS29)

CGA-DU21 (7.2 V / 2 040 mAh)

Optional battery

(PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

CGA-DU21 (7.2 V / 2 040 mAh)

Charging Time

Maximum Continuous Recording Time

Intermittent Recordable Time

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

1 h 40 min.

1 h 50 min. (1 h 25 min.)

55 min. (45 min.)

1 h 40 min.

1 h 45 min. (1 h 20 min.)

55 min. (40 min.)

2 h 25 min.

3 h 10 min. (2 h 30 min.)

1 h 35 min. (1 h 15 min.)

1 h 40 min.

1 h 45 min. (1 h 20 min.)

55 min. (40 min.)

2 h 25 min.

3 h 15 min. (2 h 40 min.)

1 h 40 min. (1 h 20 min.)

2 h 25 min.

3 h 10 min. (2 h 30 min.)

1 h 35 min. (1 h 15 min.)

3 h 55 min.

5 h 45 min. (4 h 30 min.)

2 h 55 min. (2 h 15 min.)

3 h 55 min.

5 h 30 min. (4 h 15 min.)

2 h 45 min. (2 h 10 min.)

• “1 h 40 min.” indicates 1 hour and 40 minutes.

• Battery CGR-DU06 (PV-GS29/PV-GS39/PV-GS59 U.S.A.) or CGA-DU12 (PV-GS59 Canada) is supplied.

• 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 25 °C (77 °F) 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 CGA-DU12 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording.)

• The available recording time becomes shorter if you use both of Viewfinder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when rotating the LCD Monitor forward to record yourself.

• The batteries heat up after use or charging. The Camcorder 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.

→ → →

How to remove the Sensor tag (For U.S.A. customers)

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.

Before Using

1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

2 Remove the Sensor tag. Then, replace the

Grip Belt.

Re-attaching the Lens Cap

To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.

• The Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord come preattached to the Grip Belt.

1 Pass one 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.

• When you are not recording, be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection.

• When you remove the Lens Cap, press the knobs firmly.

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 on the Camcorder.

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.

Inserting/Removing a Cassette

• Please use Genuine Panasonic DVC Tapes for more information please contact your local dealer or visit www.panasonic.com.

• For your reference if you travel frequently you should also purchase a Panasonic head cleaning tape AY-DVMCLA and use when HEAD CLOG message appears on the LCD/EVF of your

Camcorder.

1 Fit the AC Adaptor or the Battery and turn

on the Power.

2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever toward the

front and pull up to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

• To protect the tape, if the cover is not fully opened, the cassette holder cannot be ejected.

3 After the Cassette Holder is opened,

insert/remove a Cassette.

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

• When removing, pull it straight out.

4 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the

[PUSH] mark 1.

• The Cassette Holder is housed.

• Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way.

Caution :

Before closing the Cassette Holder 2, be sure your fingers have not been placed underneath the Cassette Holder as shown below. This may cause your fingers to jam in the cassette holder.

[Bottom View]Do not place fingers here.

5 Only after the Cassette Holder is

completely housed, close the Cassette Compartment Cover by pressing the mark

 When the Cassette Holder does not

come out

• Close the Cassette Compartment 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.

Notes:

• After use, be sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position. (p. 74)

• If the indicator of the condensation does not display on the LCD screen and/or 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. (p. 73)

• When inserting a previously recorded Cassette, use the Blank Search Function (p. 31) to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you overwrite-record on a previously recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you want to continue recording.

• If a new Cassette is inserted, rewind to the beginning of the tape before starting recording.

• When inserting the cassette, make sure it faces in the right direction and then push it in until it stops.

• When the Cassette Holder is in action, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark.

• Close the Cassette Compartment Cover tightly.

• When closing the Cassette Compartment Cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.

Accidental Erasure Prevention

Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider

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).

Before Using

 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.

Using a Memory Card (Optional) (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

A Card can be used to record still pictures.

• Use a genuine SD Memory Card 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.

Inserting/Removing a Card

1 Turn off the Power. 2 Open the LCD Monitor and then open the

Card Slot Cover.

3 While holding the Memory Card with its

cut corner facing right 1, insert/remove it into/from the Card Slot.

4 Close the Card Slot Cover securely.

 Removing the Card

Open the Card Slot Cover and press the center of the Card and then pull it straight out.

• After removing the Card, close the Card Slot Cover.

• The Camcorder may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted.

 Concerning the Write Protection

Switch on the SD Memory Card

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

 Concerning the Card

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

• Do not format the card with another Camcorder or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable.

• Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of the Camcorder or the card may damage or erase the data stored on the card. We recommend saving important data on a personal computer by using a USB Cable, PC Card Adaptor, and USB Reader/Writer.

 SD Memory Card

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

Card Access Lamp

While the Camcorder is accessing the Card (reading, recording, playback or erasing), the Card Access Lamp lights up.

• While the Card Access Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Camcorder, or to turn the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the Card, and recorded data, and cause the Camcorder to malfunction.

Turning on the Camcorder

Turn on the power first and then select modes.

 How to Turn on the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [ON] while

pressing the button 1.

2 Open the LCD Monitor or extend the

Viewﬁ nder to use.

• The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red and turn on the power.

• The LCD Monitor or Viewfinder will be activated.

 How to Turn off the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] while

pressing the button 1.

• The [STATUS] Indicator goes off when the power turns off.

• In Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode, if the [OFF/ON] Switch is set to [ON] while the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder are closed, the power turns off.

How to turn the power on and off with the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

When the [OFF/ON] 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 or Card Recording Mode.

1 Open the LCD Monitor or extend the

Viewﬁ nder to use.

• The LCD Monitor or the Viewfinder will be activated.

2 Close the LCD Monitor and retract the

Viewﬁ nder.

• The power will not turn off if the LCD Monitor is closed and the Viewfinder is retracted.

• The [STATUS] Indicator off and the power turns off. (If Quick Start is set to [ON] (p. 34), the unit goes into Quick Start standby mode and the [STATUS] Indicator lights Green.)

• Even if the LCD Monitor is closed or the Viewfinder is retracted while recording on a tape, the power does not turn off. (The Viewfinder stays lit up.)

automatically goes

3 Open the LCD Monitor or extend the

Viewﬁ nder again.

• The [STATUS] Indicator lights Red and turn on the power.

Setting Date and Time

When the Camcorder is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time.

• If the screen shows the incorrect Date/Time, then adjust it.

SET DATE AND TIME

YES

SETUP ENTER EXIT

• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

3 Press the Joystick Control to ﬁ nish setting

the date and time.

• The clock operation starts from [00] second.

• If the built-in battery is weak, the [ flashes. In this case, charge the built-in battery.

• The clock uses the 12-hour system.

] Indication

 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.

 Recharging the built-in lithium battery

If [ ] or [--] is appears when the Camcorder is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has run down. Use the steps below to charge the battery. When the battery is inserted 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 Camcorder or place the battery on the Camcorder, 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.)

Using the Viewfinder/ LCD Monitor

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 Pull the Viewﬁ nder.

Before Using

(PV-GS39/

PV-GS59)

(PV-GS29)

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

[YES].

CLOCK SET

JAN .01.2006 12:00AM

SETUP SET ENTER EXIT

2 Move the Joystick Control [◄] or [►] to

select the item to be set. Then move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to set the desired value.

• Year will cycle in the order shown below. 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...

• The Viewfinder will be activated.

2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector

Knob.

• You can adjust the brightness of the Viewfinder from the Menu.

Using the LCD Monitor

With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it.

1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN] Knob

and pull the LCD Monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

• The LCD Monitor will be activated.

• It can open up to 90°.

2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to

the desired recording angle.

• The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180°

from the vertical position upwards

and a maximum of 90° direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Camcorder.

• The brightness and color level of the LCD Monitor can be adjusted from the Menu.

• If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the Camcorder may be damaged or fail.

• Check that the Card Slot Cover is closed before closing the LCD Monitor.

• If the LCD Monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens and the Viewfinder is opened (when recording yourself), the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder simultaneously light.

 Closing the LCD Monitor

Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.

• Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed.

180°

to the downward

90°

Adjusting Brightness and Color Level

When [ LCD SET] or [ EVF SET] on the [ SETUP] Sub-Menu is set to [YES], the following items are displayed.

LCD SET

SET SETUP ENTER EXIT

EVF SET

SET ENTER EXIT

[ LCD SET] LCD Brightness [ ]

Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen.

[ LCD SET] LCD Color Level [ ]

Adjusts the color saturation of the image on the LCD screen and the Viewfinder.

[ EVF SET] Brightness of the Viewfinder [ ]

Adjusts the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder.

 To Adjust

Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] and select the item to be adjusted, and then move the Joystick Control [◄] or [►] to raise or lower the number of vertical bars in the Bar Indication.

• More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or color saturation.

• Press the [MENU] Button or the Joystick Control to complete the settings.

Notes:

• In order to adjust the brightness of the Viewfinder, close the LCD Monitor, and the Viewfinder will be activated.

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

• These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

Easy to Use Mode Dial

You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial.

1 Rotate the Mode Dial.

• Set your desired mode to 1.

1 1

(PV-GS39/

PV-GS59)

Tape Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape.

Tape Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape.

Card Recording Mode

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Use this mode when recording still pictures on a card.

Picture Playback Mode

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card.

PC Mode (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to your Personal Computer. You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer.

How to Use the Joystick Control

Basic Joystick Control Operations

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

Move the Joystick Control [▲,▼,◄, or ►] to select an item or file, and then press in the center to set it.

(PV-GS29)

Joystick Control (See below)

Joystick Control and Screen Display

Press the center of the Joystick Control, and the One-Touch Navigation icon will be displayed on the lower right of the screen.

• Press the Joystick Control again to turn off the One-Touch Navigation icon.

• Pressing the center button of the Joystick Control again to redisplay the One-Touch Navigation icon will display the last page used.

Each press of [▼] switches the display as follows depending on the mode.

Press Center Press ▼

1/4 NEXT

2/4 NEXT

3/4 NEXT

4/4 NEXT

Move the Joystick Control [▲, ▼, ◄, or ►] to select an item.

• In the Tape Playback Mode or the Picture Playback Mode, the One-Touch Navigation icon will be automatically on the lower right of the screen.

e.g., Tape Recording Mode [AUTO]

One-Touch Navigation icon OFF

Before Using

One-Touch Navigation icon

Select by moving [▲].

Select by moving [►].

Select by moving [▼].

Select by moving [◄].

Push the center to select

the item.

 Tape Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].

 Tape Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [FOCUS].

1/4 NEXT

2/4 NEXT

3/4 NEXT

4/4 NEXT

◄

Fade p. 37 Help Mode* p. 25

►

1/4

▲

Backlight compensation p. 37

▼ Go to next page. –

Soft Skin Mode p. 38

◄

2/4

▼ Go to next page. – ▲ MagicPix Mode p. 38

3/4

▼ Go to next page. –

◄

Recording Check p. 31

4/4

Blank Search Mode p. 31

► ▼ Go to next page. –

• 1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

 Tape Recording Mode

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL].

1/5 NEXT

1/2 NEXT

◄

►

5/5

▲

▼ Go to next page. –

• 1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

2/5 NEXT

IRIS

5/5 NEXT

IRIS

2/2 NEXT

SHTR

3/5 NEXT

4/5 NEXT

Manual Iris Adjustment Mode

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Mode

Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode

p. 43

pp. 42~43

pp. 41~42

2/6 NEXT

IRIS

5/6 NEXT

IRIS

2/3 NEXT

SHTR

Manual Focus Adjustment Mode

3/6 NEXT

4/6 NEXT

MF–MF

3/3 NEXT

p. 44

6/6

1/6 NEXT

MF–MF

6/6 NEXT

1/3 NEXT

◄

►

▼ Go to next page. –

• 1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

 Card Recording Mode

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [AUTO].

2/2 NEXT

Self-timer Mode p. 35 Help Mode* p. 25 Backlight compensation p. 37

1/2

1/2 NEXT

◄

►

▲ ▼ Go to next page. – ◄ Soft Skin Mode p. 38

2/2

▼ Go to next page. –

 Card Recording Mode

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [MANUAL].

1/3 NEXT 2/3 NEXT 3/3 NEXT

Manual Iris Adjustment

◄

Mode Manual Shutter Speed

►

3/3

Adjustment Mode Manual White Balance

▲

Adjustment Mode

▼ Go to next page. –

IRIS

SHTR

p. 43

pp. 42~43

pp. 41~42

 Card Recording Mode

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

• When the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch is set to [FOCUS].

4/4

1/4 NEXT

◄

►

2/4 NEXT

IRIS

3/4 NEXT

Manual Focus Adjustment Mode

SHTR

MF–MF

4/4 NEXT

p. 44

▼ Go to next page. –

 Tape Playback Mode

Playback / Pause p. 45

▲

Fast (Cue Playback) p. 46

►

–

Rewind (Review Playback) p. 46

◄

▼

Stop p. 45

 Picture Playback Mode

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Start the Slide Show

▲

Stop the Slide Show

►

–

Playback the next picture p. 47 Playback the previous

◄

picture

▼

Erase the picture p. 49

pp. 47~48

p. 47

*Help Mode

• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

You can view function help information using One-Touch Navigation.

1 Press the Joystick Control to display the

One-Touch Navigation icon on the lower right of the screen.

2 Move the Joystick Control [▼] until the

page with [ ] indication is displayed.

[One-Touch Navigation icon]

e.g.

1/4 NEXT

3 Move the Joystick Control [►] to select

[ ].

e.g.

USAGE

TO MOVE JOYSTICK IN DIRECTION OF DESIRED FUNCTION

SET EXIT

1/4 NEXT

EXIT

4 Move the Joystick Control [▲▼◄►] to

select the desired function.

e.g.

BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION

PREVENTS DARK SUBJECTS IN BACKLIGHT

SET EXIT

1/4 NEXT

EXIT

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

• Each time the Joystick Control is moved down, the indication changes.

 To end the Help Mode

Move the Joystick Control [►] to select [EXIT] or press the [MENU] Button.

Notes:

• When the Help Mode is used, functions cannot be set.

• The Help Mode only displays the information available in [AUTO] Mode.

Using the Menu Screen

To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Camcorder displays various function setups on Menus.

1 Press the [MENU] Button.

• The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by the Mode Dial is displayed.

• Do not switch the Mode Dial when the Menu is displayed.

(PV-GS39/

PV-GS59)

(PV-GS29)

2 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to

select the top menu.

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

SETUP ENTER EXIT

Before Using

3 Move the Joystick Control [►] or press it

to set the selection.

4 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to

select the Sub-Menu.

BASIC

SCENE MODE REC SPEED WIND CUT ASPECT CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

OFF

SP ON

16:9

5 Move the Joystick Control [►] or press it

to set the selection.

6 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to

select the item to be set.

BASIC

SCENE MODE

REC SPEED WIND CUT ASPECT CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

OFF

7 Press the Joystick Control 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.

 To Return to the Previous Screen

Move the Joystick Control [◄].

 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. 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 >>.

Operating with Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional)

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

1 Press the [MENU] Button. 2 Select a menu item.

• Use the Select Button (▲▼◄►) and [ENTER] Button in place of the Joystick Control on the main unit.

3 Press the [MENU] Button to exit the menu

screen.

Selecting Language

You can select the desired language.

1 Set [ LANGUAGE] >> [English],

[Français] or [Español].

LANGUAGE

English Español

SETUP ENTER EXIT

List of Menus

The figures of the Menus are for explanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus.

 [TAPE RECORDING MENU]

e.g.,

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ SCENE MODE]

Scene Mode (p. 40)

[ REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode (p. 29)

[ WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction (p. 39)

[ ASPECT] (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Wide Screen Mode (p. 39)

[ CINEMA] (For PV-GS29)

Cinema-like Format Recording (p. 39)

[ CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting (p. 21)

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

SETUP ENTER EXIT

Français

BASIC

SCENE MODE REC SPEED WIND CUT ASPECT CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

OFF

SP ON

16:9

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ PICT.QUALITY] (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Picture Quality (p. 32)

[ EIS]

Image Stabilizer (p. 36)

[ FADE COLOR]

Fade color (p. 37)

[ AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode (p. 28)

[ USB FUNCTION] (PV-GS59 Only)

USB Functions Mode (pp. 61, 67)

[ D.ZOOM]

Digital Zoom (p. 36)

[ ZOOM MIC]

Zoom Microphone (p. 35)

[ SHTR EFFECT] (PV-GS29 Only)

Shutter effect (p. 31)

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 28)

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 28, 70)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 29)

[ QUICK START]

Quick Start Mode (p. 34)

[ REMOTE] (PV-GS59 Only)

Remote Control Mode (p. 15)

[ BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound (p. 28)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 22)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 22)

[ INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode (p. 29)

[ DEMO MODE]

Demonstration Mode (p. 29)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 26)

 [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

e.g.,

SETUP ENTER EXIT

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

BASIC

DATE/TIME USB FUNCTION

SETUP ENTER EXIT

MOTION DV

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 28, 70)

[ USB FUNCTION] (PV-GS59 Only)

USB Functions Mode (pp. 61, 67)

D/T

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode (p. 29)

[ REC STDBY]

Recording Standby Mode (p. 54)

[ PICT.QUALITY] (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Picture Quality (p. 32)

[ REPEAT PLAY]

Repeat Play Mode (p. 45)

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ 12bit AUDIO]

Audio Selector (p. 45)

[ AUDIO OUT]

Audio Output Mode (p. 29)

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 28)

[ REMOTE] (PV-GS59 Only)

Remote Control Mode (p. 15)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 22)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 22)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 29)

[ TV ASPECT] (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

TV Aspect Mode (p. 51)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 26)

 [CARD RECORDING MENU]

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

e.g.,

SETUP ENTER EXIT

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

BASIC

SCENE MODE PICT.QUALITY ASPECT CLOCK SET

SETUP ENTER EXIT

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ SCENE MODE]

Scene Mode (p. 40)

[ PICT.QUALITY]

Picture Quality (p. 32)

[ ASPECT]

Wide Screen Mode (p. 39)

[ CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting (p. 21)

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ BURST MODE]

RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot (p. 33)

[ SHTR EFFECT]

Shutter Effect (p. 32)

OFF

16:9

Before Using

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 28)

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 28, 70)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 29)

[ QUICK START]

Quick Start Mode (p. 34)

[ REMOTE] (PV-GS59 Only)

Remote Control Mode (p. 15)

[ BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound (p. 28)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 22)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 22)

[ INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode (p. 29)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 26)

 [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU]

(For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

e.g.,

SETUP ENTER EXIT

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

LANGUAGE

BASIC

DATE/TIME PROTECT

SETUP ENTER EXIT

[ BASIC]

Basic Setup Sub-Menu

[ DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication (pp. 28, 70)

[ PROTECT]

Setting the Lock (p. 50)

[ ADVANCED]

Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[ DPOF SET]

Setting DPOF (p. 50)

[ FORMAT CARD]

Formatting a Card (p. 51)

[ SETUP]

Setup Sub-Menu

[ DISPLAY]

Display Mode (p. 28)

[ REMOTE] (PV-GS59 Only)

Remote Control Mode (p. 15)

[ LCD SET]

LCD Adjustment (p. 22)

[ EVF SET]

Viewfinder Adjustment (p. 22)

[ POWER SAVE]

Power Save Mode (p. 29)

[ TV ASPECT]

TV Aspect Mode (p. 51)

[ LANGUAGE]

Language Setup Sub-menu (p. 26)

D/T

Menus Related to Taking Pictures

 DATE/TIME

This switches between date and time indications. Set [

BASIC] or [ SETUP] >> [ DATE/TIME]

>> [D/T], [DATE] or [OFF].

• The Camcorder automatically records the date and time of picture taking on the tape.

• You can also show or change the Date/Time Indication by repeatedly pressing the [DATE/ TIME] Button on the Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only).

 DISPLAY

Set [ SETUP] >> [ DISPLAY] >> [ON] or [OFF]. Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be switched to minimum display.

 AUDIO REC

• Set to Tape Recording Mode.

You can select the sound quality of the recorded sound. Set [

ADVANCED] >> [ AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] or [16bit]. [12bit]: Records audio in “12 bit 32 kHz

[16bit]: Records audio in “16 bit 48 kHz

4 tracks”. (The original audio signals can be kept after the other audio signals are dubbed.)

2 tracks”. Audio can be recorded in higher quality. (If audio signals are dubbed, then the original audio signals will be erased.)

 BEEP SOUND

• Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. When [ set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows. 1 Beep

• When you start recording

• When you turn on the power

• When the unit goes from Quick Start standby

2 Beeps

• When you pause recording

• When you turn off the power

• When the unit goes into Quick Start standby

2 Beeps 4 times

• When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab

BEEP SOUND] on the [ SETUP] is

mode to recording pause

mode

set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs (p. 73), and at other times. Check the sentence displayed on the screen (p. 71).

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