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...it should be used. Your Camcorder is on the tag located on the right. Serial No. This symbol alerts the user that have been tested and inspected for choosing Panasonic! Safety Precautions WARNING : TO...of contact with the mark be read carefully in the information on the underside of your Camcorder. Please take time to fill in order to retain this unit has been ...please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Things You Should Know Thank you and your family years of enjoyment. Used properly, we...
...it should be used. Your Camcorder is on the tag located on the right. Serial No. This symbol alerts the user that have been tested and inspected for choosing Panasonic! Safety Precautions WARNING : TO...of contact with the mark be read carefully in the information on the underside of your Camcorder. Please take time to fill in order to retain this unit has been ...please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Things You Should Know Thank you and your family years of enjoyment. Used properly, we...
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... with all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in this Agreement. Article 3 Restrictions on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively "Software"), but not limited to Licensee. Article 6 Limitation of Liability The Software is...form without warranty of any defects in this End User Software Agreement ("Agreement") on a single computer at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before opening the CD-ROM package (PV-GS15: Supplied, PV-GS9/PV-GS12/PV-GS14: Optional Software), please read the following.
... with all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in this Agreement. Article 3 Restrictions on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively "Software"), but not limited to Licensee. Article 6 Limitation of Liability The Software is...form without warranty of any defects in this End User Software Agreement ("Agreement") on a single computer at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Before opening the CD-ROM package (PV-GS15: Supplied, PV-GS9/PV-GS12/PV-GS14: Optional Software), please read the following.
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...17 Using a Memory Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 18 Turning on the Camcorder 18 Easy to Use Mode Dial 18...Zoom Function 27 Image Stabilizer Function 28 Fade In/Out Functions 28 Backlight Compensation Function 29 MagicPix Function 29 Soft-Skin Mode 29 Wind Noise Reduction Function 29 Cinema Function 29 Recording in Special Situations 30 Recording in Natural Colors 30 Adjusting White Balance Manually 31 Manual... Shutter Speed Adjustment 32 Manual Iris Adjustment 32 Manual Focus Adjustment 32 Digital Effect Functions ...
...17 Using a Memory Card (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15 18 Turning on the Camcorder 18 Easy to Use Mode Dial 18...Zoom Function 27 Image Stabilizer Function 28 Fade In/Out Functions 28 Backlight Compensation Function 29 MagicPix Function 29 Soft-Skin Mode 29 Wind Noise Reduction Function 29 Cinema Function 29 Recording in Special Situations 30 Recording in Natural Colors 30 Adjusting White Balance Manually 31 Manual... Shutter Speed Adjustment 32 Manual Iris Adjustment 32 Manual Focus Adjustment 32 Digital Effect Functions ...
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...PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) (p. 18) 13 Pause Button [ ] (p. 25) Still Button [STILL] (p. 25) 14 Fast Forward/Cue Button [ ] (p. 35) 15 Play Button [►] (p. 35) Enter Button [ENTER] (p. 20) 16 Stop Button [ ] (p. 35) Fade Button [FADE] (pp. 28-29) 17 Rewind/Review Button [ ] (p. 35) 18 Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL...with the Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC11 2) LSJA0288 K2CB2CB00014 3) CR2025 CGR-D08R CGR-D14 (For PV-GS9/ LSSQ0411 (PV-GS15 Only) PV-GS12/PV-GS14) (PV-GS15 Only) 4) 5) 6) LSJA0280 7) LSFC0018 RP-SD008MMK0 (PV-GS15 Only) K1HA05CD0005 LSFT0575 (PV-GS15 Only) (PV-GS15 Only)...
...PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) (p. 18) 13 Pause Button [ ] (p. 25) Still Button [STILL] (p. 25) 14 Fast Forward/Cue Button [ ] (p. 35) 15 Play Button [►] (p. 35) Enter Button [ENTER] (p. 20) 16 Stop Button [ ] (p. 35) Fade Button [FADE] (pp. 28-29) 17 Rewind/Review Button [ ] (p. 35) 18 Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL...with the Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC11 2) LSJA0288 K2CB2CB00014 3) CR2025 CGR-D08R CGR-D14 (For PV-GS9/ LSSQ0411 (PV-GS15 Only) PV-GS12/PV-GS14) (PV-GS15 Only) 4) 5) 6) LSJA0280 7) LSFC0018 RP-SD008MMK0 (PV-GS15 Only) K1HA05CD0005 LSFT0575 (PV-GS15 Only) (PV-GS15 Only)...
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...the Still Playback Mode. • If there is no blank left on the Cassette, the Camcorder stops at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording "Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode" (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) Even if the Mode Dial is displayed. Recording Mode Recording Mode About Recording When ... set the Mode Dial 40 to Card Recording Mode [ ] (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15). When recording with a USB Cable, Standby mode is displayed, it changes to [REC]. 43 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 again to be adjusted manually. (pp. 31, 32) 18 • Before turning on a ...
...the Still Playback Mode. • If there is no blank left on the Cassette, the Camcorder stops at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Recording "Simultaneous Motion/Still Record Mode" (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) Even if the Mode Dial is displayed. Recording Mode Recording Mode About Recording When ... set the Mode Dial 40 to Card Recording Mode [ ] (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15). When recording with a USB Cable, Standby mode is displayed, it changes to [REC]. 43 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 43 again to be adjusted manually. (pp. 31, 32) 18 • Before turning on a ...
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...Mode • Black bars appear at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo When the Camcorder is turned on with the Lens Cap on the Camcorder after removing the Lens Cap. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 18 to [MANUAL]. 19 13 14 15 16 17 • The ...5) 14 15 17 • The [AWB] Indication appears. 3 Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 to [MANUAL]. 18 • The [MNL] Indication appears. 2 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15) >> [CAMERA] >> [PROG.AE] >> a desired mode or [ ]). 1) [ ] Sports Mode • For recording ...
...Mode • Black bars appear at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo When the Camcorder is turned on with the Lens Cap on the Camcorder after removing the Lens Cap. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 18 to [MANUAL]. 19 13 14 15 16 17 • The ...5) 14 15 17 • The [AWB] Indication appears. 3 Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 to [MANUAL]. 18 • The [MNL] Indication appears. 2 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/ PV-GS15) >> [CAMERA] >> [PROG.AE] >> a desired mode or [ ]). 1) [ ] Sports Mode • For recording ...
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...will become reddish or bluish. To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 until the [AWB] Indication appears. Or, set manually [ ] 3) Outdoor Mode [ ] 4) Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent lamp) [ ] To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ... 31 determines the nature of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the image will appear pure white. This function is displayed. 4 Point the Camcorder at a full-screen white subject. 5 Keep pressing [ENTER] Button 15 until the [ ] Indication is called Automatic White Balance Adjustment...
...will become reddish or bluish. To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ] Button 17 until the [AWB] Indication appears. Or, set manually [ ] 3) Outdoor Mode [ ] 4) Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent lamp) [ ] To Resume Automatic Adjustment Press the [ ] Button 14 or [ ... 31 determines the nature of Automatic White Balance Adjustment, the image will appear pure white. This function is displayed. 4 Point the Camcorder at a full-screen white subject. 5 Keep pressing [ENTER] Button 15 until the [ ] Indication is called Automatic White Balance Adjustment...
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...up value. If this function when the screen is selected, the image becomes darker. Recording Mode Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Useful for recording in Card Recording Mode (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) The standard shutter speed is too large, the quality of adjusting becomes faster. The value...contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment 1/60-1/8000 s in Tape Recording Mode 1/60-1/500 s in a situation where auto focus may not function well. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 18 to [MANUAL]. 18 • The [MNL] Indication ...
...up value. If this function when the screen is selected, the image becomes darker. Recording Mode Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment Useful for recording in Card Recording Mode (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) The standard shutter speed is too large, the quality of adjusting becomes faster. The value...contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment 1/60-1/8000 s in Tape Recording Mode 1/60-1/500 s in a situation where auto focus may not function well. 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 18 to [MANUAL]. 18 • The [MNL] Indication ...
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... Mode [TRAIL] • Records images with a trailing effect. 7) Mosaic Mode [MOSAIC] • Produces a mosaic-like effect. 20 • If [MANUAL] is selected, press the [MULTI] Button at each scene you want to the scene. Digital Effects 2 [EFFECT2] 11) NEGA 12) SEPIA 13) B/W...; The picture is expanded horizontally. 10) Slim Mode [SLIM] • The picture is expanded vertically. Recording Mode Digital Effect Functions This Camcorder is equipped with Digital Effect Functions that add special effects to capture. 33 To Cancel the Digital Effect Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [...
... Mode [TRAIL] • Records images with a trailing effect. 7) Mosaic Mode [MOSAIC] • Produces a mosaic-like effect. 20 • If [MANUAL] is selected, press the [MULTI] Button at each scene you want to the scene. Digital Effects 2 [EFFECT2] 11) NEGA 12) SEPIA 13) B/W...; The picture is expanded horizontally. 10) Slim Mode [SLIM] • The picture is expanded vertically. Recording Mode Digital Effect Functions This Camcorder is equipped with Digital Effect Functions that add special effects to capture. 33 To Cancel the Digital Effect Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [...
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... of a new scene. Recording Mode Deleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures While 9 multi-pictures are displayed, press the [MULTI] Button. • If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the [MULTI] Button after 9 pictures are deleted one , they cannot be displayed again. • For other notes concerning this... MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [WIPE] or [MIX]. 19 13 14 15 16 17 19 13 14 15 16 17 2 Aim the Camcorder at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo To Display the Multi-Pictures Again Press the [MULTI] Button for 1 second or longer while the still pictures are displayed, the pictures...
... of a new scene. Recording Mode Deleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures While 9 multi-pictures are displayed, press the [MULTI] Button. • If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the [MULTI] Button after 9 pictures are deleted one , they cannot be displayed again. • For other notes concerning this... MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [WIPE] or [MIX]. 19 13 14 15 16 17 19 13 14 15 16 17 2 Aim the Camcorder at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo To Display the Multi-Pictures Again Press the [MULTI] Button for 1 second or longer while the still pictures are displayed, the pictures...
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... setup, click on [Finish]. • Installation will be possible. • This instruction manual describes only the procedures for how to use the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE. • ... : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Installing DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (Optional Software) 1 Turn on the personal computer...are connected to a personal computer, or when devices are connected through the camera lens, set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode. (PV-GS12/ (PV-GS9) PV-GS14/ PV-GS15) 2 Set [CAMERA] or [PLAYBACK] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [DV STUDIO]. 3 Click...
... setup, click on [Finish]. • Installation will be possible. • This instruction manual describes only the procedures for how to use the DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE. • ... : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Installing DV STUDIO 3.1E-SE (Optional Software) 1 Turn on the personal computer...are connected to a personal computer, or when devices are connected through the camera lens, set the Camcorder to Tape Recording Mode. (PV-GS12/ (PV-GS9) PV-GS14/ PV-GS15) 2 Set [CAMERA] or [PLAYBACK] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [DV STUDIO]. 3 Click...
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...The [Setup Menu] Screen appears. 55 With a PC 4 Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3] >> [DV Studio3]. • If a short-cut icon has been created on the icon...• For other electronic files for installation, connection and startup. Using the ArcSoft Software (PV-GS15: Supplied) There are 2 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package. 1 ... is recommended) Free hard disk space: At least 300 MB • This instruction manual describes only the procedures for easy viewing, retrieval, and management. 2 PhotoImpression 4 (...
...The [Setup Menu] Screen appears. 55 With a PC 4 Select [Start] >> [All Programs (Programs)] >> [Panasonic] >> [DV Studio3] >> [DV Studio3]. • If a short-cut icon has been created on the icon...• For other electronic files for installation, connection and startup. Using the ArcSoft Software (PV-GS15: Supplied) There are 2 types of image editing software in the ArcSoft Software package. 1 ... is recommended) Free hard disk space: At least 300 MB • This instruction manual describes only the procedures for easy viewing, retrieval, and management. 2 PhotoImpression 4 (...
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...information about ArcSoft Software, please refer to Help. To start up Macintosh. 2 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Double click the Panasonic icon. 4 Double click [ArcSoft] folder. (For Macintosh) 1 Double-click the [PhotoImpression] or [PhotoBase] icon on the OS. For Information on ... your computer. 56 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Please refer to the user manual of the OS. 1 Select [Start] (>> [Settings]) >> [Control Panel], select the software or the driver from [Add/Remove Programs...
...information about ArcSoft Software, please refer to Help. To start up Macintosh. 2 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Double click the Panasonic icon. 4 Double click [ArcSoft] folder. (For Macintosh) 1 Double-click the [PhotoImpression] or [PhotoBase] icon on the OS. For Information on ... your computer. 56 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Please refer to the user manual of the OS. 1 Select [Start] (>> [Settings]) >> [Control Panel], select the software or the driver from [Add/Remove Programs...
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... (PV-GS15: Supplied, PV-GS12/ PV-GS14: Optional) is virtually the same size as a copyright protection function. • SD Logo is a trademark. With a PC Notes • Macintosh is a registered trademark of the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode, a warning message may not necessarily match what you are supported as well. • In this Manual, the Panasonic...
... (PV-GS15: Supplied, PV-GS12/ PV-GS14: Optional) is virtually the same size as a copyright protection function. • SD Logo is a trademark. With a PC Notes • Macintosh is a registered trademark of the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode, a warning message may not necessarily match what you are supported as well. • In this Manual, the Panasonic...
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...35) : Card Recording Mode (p. 25) (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) : Picture Playback Mode (p. 38) (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) : CINEMA: PC Mode (p. 48) (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) Cinema Mode (pp. 29-30) D.ZOOM: Digital Zoom (p. 27) MULTI: P-IN-P: Multi Mode (p. ...:45AM: N (F, E): 0: : : : Slide Show Playback (p. 39) Slide Show Playback Pause (p. 39) When you adjust the F Number manually, this indication appears. (p. 32) Automatic White Balance Mode (p. 30) White Balance Adjustment Mode (p. 30) Outdoor Mode (p. 30) Indoor Mode (...and the Camcorder status are shown on . (p. 26) 59
...35) : Card Recording Mode (p. 25) (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) : Picture Playback Mode (p. 38) (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) : CINEMA: PC Mode (p. 48) (For PV-GS12/PV-GS14/PV-GS15) Cinema Mode (pp. 29-30) D.ZOOM: Digital Zoom (p. 27) MULTI: P-IN-P: Multi Mode (p. ...:45AM: N (F, E): 0: : : : Slide Show Playback (p. 39) Slide Show Playback Pause (p. 39) When you adjust the F Number manually, this indication appears. (p. 32) Automatic White Balance Mode (p. 30) White Balance Adjustment Mode (p. 30) Outdoor Mode (p. 30) Indoor Mode (...and the Camcorder status are shown on . (p. 26) 59
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... the Digital Effect [MULTI] of an optional stereo microphone (For PV-GS14/PV-GS15). CARD ERROR: The Card is not inserted. CANNOT USE USB CHANGE MODE: The USB cable is inserted, rewind to turn the Mode Dial or turn the Camcorder off in Card Recording Mode or Picture Playback Mode. CASSETTE DOOR ... which is set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are attempting to record pictures of the screen changes or blurs, adjust the shutter speed manually to [ON] 2 Beeps • When you pause recording 2 Beeps 4 times • If you switch the [OFF/ON] Switch from [OFF] to 1/60 or 1/100...
... the Digital Effect [MULTI] of an optional stereo microphone (For PV-GS14/PV-GS15). CARD ERROR: The Card is not inserted. CANNOT USE USB CHANGE MODE: The USB cable is inserted, rewind to turn the Mode Dial or turn the Camcorder off in Card Recording Mode or Picture Playback Mode. CASSETTE DOOR ... which is set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are attempting to record pictures of the screen changes or blurs, adjust the shutter speed manually to [ON] 2 Beeps • When you pause recording 2 Beeps 4 times • If you switch the [OFF/ON] Switch from [OFF] to 1/60 or 1/100...
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... around edges) effect occurs on a PC, and format your important data on the screen. • Using the MagicPix Function at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Self-timer Recording • When [BEEP SOUND] on again, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and then set it ...external microphone (For PV-GS14/PV-GS15). To turn the Image Stabilizer off when not in a dimly lit place. Backlight Compensation Function • When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight Compensation Function does not work effectively. Zoom In/Out Functions • When you turn the Camcorder on the [INITIAL...
... around edges) effect occurs on a PC, and format your important data on the screen. • Using the MagicPix Function at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Self-timer Recording • When [BEEP SOUND] on again, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and then set it ...external microphone (For PV-GS14/PV-GS15). To turn the Image Stabilizer off when not in a dimly lit place. Backlight Compensation Function • When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight Compensation Function does not work effectively. Zoom In/Out Functions • When you turn the Camcorder on the [INITIAL...
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...dark. • If the subject is extremely bright, its recorded image may turn out to be able to achieve correct White Balance Adjustment manually under weak illumination. Digital Effect Functions • If you record a still picture in the images may not look smooth. • .../PV-GS12)/ 22X (PV-GS14)/24X (PV-GS15) • During Digital Still Picture Mode • When you display a Menu • When you record a subject illuminated with the microphone on an external microphone. • When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone is regulated depending on zoom magnification...
...dark. • If the subject is extremely bright, its recorded image may turn out to be able to achieve correct White Balance Adjustment manually under weak illumination. Digital Effect Functions • If you record a still picture in the images may not look smooth. • .../PV-GS12)/ 22X (PV-GS14)/24X (PV-GS15) • During Digital Still Picture Mode • When you display a Menu • When you record a subject illuminated with the microphone on an external microphone. • When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone is regulated depending on zoom magnification...
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...used, the Lens Hood can be constant in the reverse direction in Slow Motion Playback Mode, but this case, use the Manual Focus Mode to the Camcorder and the Cassette is not a malfunction. 69 Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears. (pp. 66-67) Auto Focus ...Function does not work. • Is Manual Focus Mode selected? Playback (Pictures) Indications Editing Other Recording Normal Recording Recording does not start although power...
...used, the Lens Hood can be constant in the reverse direction in Slow Motion Playback Mode, but this case, use the Manual Focus Mode to the Camcorder and the Cassette is not a malfunction. 69 Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears. (pp. 66-67) Auto Focus ...Function does not work. • Is Manual Focus Mode selected? Playback (Pictures) Indications Editing Other Recording Normal Recording Recording does not start although power...
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... was recorded. (In this data is included in dark surroundings • Because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably, the Camcorder cannot focus correctly. 4) Recording a subject that is on the dirty glass, the subject behind dirty or dusty glass • Because the focus... other end farther away from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing may not be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the use the Manual Focus Mode instead. 1) Recording a subject whose one end is not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog...
... was recorded. (In this data is included in dark surroundings • Because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably, the Camcorder cannot focus correctly. 4) Recording a subject that is on the dirty glass, the subject behind dirty or dusty glass • Because the focus... other end farther away from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing may not be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the use the Manual Focus Mode instead. 1) Recording a subject whose one end is not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog...