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... USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by...PV-GS120 PV-GS200 -3- CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital...Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS120, PV-GS200 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company ...
... USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by...PV-GS120 PV-GS200 -3- CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital...Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS120, PV-GS200 Responsible party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company ...
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...Battery -154) Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) -15- (8) (9) BACK LIGHT ACCESS (14) MENU s ENTER FADE i PUSH CLOSE (15)(16)(17)(18)(19) (7) Recording Check Button [S] -27- ≥If you wish to operate PV-GS120 with models PV-GS120 and PV-GS200. Controls and Components ª Camcorder (1) (4) (5) (6) (2) (3) (1) Smart Accessory Shoe ≥The Video... DC Light (optional), Video Flash (not ...
...Battery -154) Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) -15- (8) (9) BACK LIGHT ACCESS (14) MENU s ENTER FADE i PUSH CLOSE (15)(16)(17)(18)(19) (7) Recording Check Button [S] -27- ≥If you wish to operate PV-GS120 with models PV-GS120 and PV-GS200. Controls and Components ª Camcorder (1) (4) (5) (6) (2) (3) (1) Smart Accessory Shoe ≥The Video... DC Light (optional), Video Flash (not ...
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...is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate. (PV-GS200 only) -28- ≥When connecting the pin plug of the AC adaptor. (34) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack [AV IN/OUT] -50- Headphone...of the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic to this jack activates the Camcorder's built-in powered microphone can be used . PC (39) PV-GS200 PV-GS120 PC (44) (45) OFF SD SD QUICK START POWER ON (... this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. ≥When using the battery with Narration Mic [REMOTE] (PV-GS200 only) -28Microphone Jack [MIC] (39) Mode Dial -19(40) Quick Start Recording...
...is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate. (PV-GS200 only) -28- ≥When connecting the pin plug of the AC adaptor. (34) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack [AV IN/OUT] -50- Headphone...of the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic to this jack activates the Camcorder's built-in powered microphone can be used . PC (39) PV-GS200 PV-GS120 PC (44) (45) OFF SD SD QUICK START POWER ON (... this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. ≥When using the battery with Narration Mic [REMOTE] (PV-GS200 only) -28Microphone Jack [MIC] (39) Mode Dial -19(40) Quick Start Recording...
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... Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) This controller allows the scene to be shot from children. The Remote Controller 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. ≥When the button-type battery is deactivated. (88) Clip...
... Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) This controller allows the scene to be shot from children. The Remote Controller 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. ≥When the button-type battery is deactivated. (88) Clip...
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...Grip Belt to handle and carry a Camcorder. It is used . The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewfinder is more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more convenient to the Smart Accessory Shoe (Stereo Zoom Microphone, Video DC Light, etc.). (PV-GS200 only) -17- the LCD Monitor...to [ON]. ≥When you use the Camcorder while lighting (31) 1 (30) 2 Detach the end of 60%. indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes. ≥Battery CGA-DU14 is supplied. (PV-GS200 only) ≥Battery VSB0470 is used . the LCD Monitor is supplied. (PV-GS120 only) ≥The times shown in the...
...Grip Belt to handle and carry a Camcorder. It is used . The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewfinder is more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more convenient to the Smart Accessory Shoe (Stereo Zoom Microphone, Video DC Light, etc.). (PV-GS200 only) -17- the LCD Monitor...to [ON]. ≥When you use the Camcorder while lighting (31) 1 (30) 2 Detach the end of 60%. indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes. ≥Battery CGA-DU14 is supplied. (PV-GS200 only) ≥Battery VSB0470 is used . the LCD Monitor is supplied. (PV-GS120 only) ≥The times shown in the...
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...the Brightness 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 Camcorder displays various function setups on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to [ON]...The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off. (The setups of the Entire LCD Monitor Press the [POWER LCD] (26) Button. The above operations can not change this setting. (PV-GS200 only) ≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded images. ...
...the Brightness 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 Camcorder displays various function setups on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to [ON]...The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off. (The setups of the Entire LCD Monitor Press the [POWER LCD] (26) Button. The above operations can not change this setting. (PV-GS200 only) ≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded images. ...
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...internal clock of the Camcorder has a slight imprecision make sure to finish setting the date and time. ≥The clock operation starts from [00] second. ≥If the built-in battery. ≥The clock uses the 12-hour system. -25- 4) [DIGITAL] Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu [...TITLE IN] Adding a Title -475) [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 -846) [LCD/EVF] Adjusting Brightness and Color Level [LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only...
...internal clock of the Camcorder has a slight imprecision make sure to finish setting the date and time. ≥The clock operation starts from [00] second. ≥If the built-in battery. ≥The clock uses the 12-hour system. -25- 4) [DIGITAL] Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu [...TITLE IN] Adding a Title -475) [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 -846) [LCD/EVF] Adjusting Brightness and Color Level [LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only...
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...Speed Search -43- 1/500: When you adjust the F Number manually, this indicator appears. D.ZOOM: Digital Zoom -32- T.MACRO : Tele Macro -32- r: Remaining Battery Power ≥When the battery power becomes low, the Indicator changes. P-IN-P: P-IN-P Mode -39- Z.MIC: Zoom Microphone ...-34- æ: Progressive Photoshot Mode -28- LOW CUT: External microphone supported by the Smart Accessory Shoe (PV-GS200 only) -12- Various functions and Camcorder status are shown on the screen. Others Indicators Others Ω: Spotlight Mode (Program AE) -35- º...
...Speed Search -43- 1/500: When you adjust the F Number manually, this indicator appears. D.ZOOM: Digital Zoom -32- T.MACRO : Tele Macro -32- r: Remaining Battery Power ≥When the battery power becomes low, the Indicator changes. P-IN-P: P-IN-P Mode -39- Z.MIC: Zoom Microphone ...-34- æ: Progressive Photoshot Mode -28- LOW CUT: External microphone supported by the Smart Accessory Shoe (PV-GS200 only) -12- Various functions and Camcorder status are shown on the screen. Others Indicators Others Ω: Spotlight Mode (Program AE) -35- º...
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...186 (LOW BATTERY): The Battery is low. UNABLE TO WRITE (MPEG4 RECORDING) (PV-GS200 only): The [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed when you are not recorded. Recharge it. -160: The built-in battery is low. -26: (NEED HEAD CLEANING): The video heads are attempting Audio dubbing or Digital dubbing on a... Photoshot function is not compatible with this Camcorder. UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED): Because the original recording was pressed without connecting the USB cable to [SAVE]. UNABLE TO INSERT TITLE: You are attempting to record pictures on PV-GS200 Model only) -70- REMOTE (CHECK ...
...186 (LOW BATTERY): The Battery is low. UNABLE TO WRITE (MPEG4 RECORDING) (PV-GS200 only): The [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed when you are not recorded. Recharge it. -160: The built-in battery is low. -26: (NEED HEAD CLEANING): The video heads are attempting Audio dubbing or Digital dubbing on a... Photoshot function is not compatible with this Camcorder. UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED): Because the original recording was pressed without connecting the USB cable to [SAVE]. UNABLE TO INSERT TITLE: You are attempting to record pictures on PV-GS200 Model only) -70- REMOTE (CHECK ...
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... in the right direction and then push it in until it . ª Inserting/Removing the Cassette ≥In the case of the focus area. (PV-GS200 only) To record still pictures clearly ≥When zooming in PC Mode while connecting the USB cable to erase protected files. Check the connected printer...k10 or higher, it is difficult to reduce slight jitters when holding the Camcorder by 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 stops. ≥When the Cassette Holder is in action,...
... in the right direction and then push it in until it . ª Inserting/Removing the Cassette ≥In the case of the focus area. (PV-GS200 only) To record still pictures clearly ≥When zooming in PC Mode while connecting the USB cable to erase protected files. Check the connected printer...k10 or higher, it is difficult to reduce slight jitters when holding the Camcorder by 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 stops. ≥When the Cassette Holder is in action,...
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...may not be recorded on the [BURST MODE] setting. ≥When using Panasonic SD Memory Card. ª Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) (PV-GS200 only) ≥The following cases. ≥When the zoom magnification is high. ≥When the Camcorder is shaken. ≥When the subject is moving. ≥When the ...Tape Recording Mode. ≥A Card is not inserted, while in Card Recording Mode. ≥When you rotate the Mode dial or remove the battery, Quick Start Recording Lamp is turned off . ≥In the Automatic White Balance Mode, the color may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning ...
...may not be recorded on the [BURST MODE] setting. ≥When using Panasonic SD Memory Card. ª Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) (PV-GS200 only) ≥The following cases. ≥When the zoom magnification is high. ≥When the Camcorder is shaken. ≥When the subject is moving. ≥When the ...Tape Recording Mode. ≥A Card is not inserted, while in Card Recording Mode. ≥When you rotate the Mode dial or remove the battery, Quick Start Recording Lamp is turned off . ≥In the Automatic White Balance Mode, the color may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning ...
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...Camcorder, place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so as to be displayed cannot be displayed if the software of the connected equipment does not support the display function. ≥You cannot record on a tape when MPEG4 recording from external input signals is in progress. (PV-GS200...Camcorder power. Thereafter, turn off the Camcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video...images. ≥Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback Zoom, or ...
...Camcorder, place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so as to be displayed cannot be displayed if the software of the connected equipment does not support the display function. ≥You cannot record on a tape when MPEG4 recording from external input signals is in progress. (PV-GS200...Camcorder power. Thereafter, turn off the Camcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Keep the Camcorder away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video...images. ≥Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback Zoom, or ...
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...Recording/Playback Mode and then check if the condensation indicator disappears. Insert a Video Cassette and start recording. After the temperature of the Battery is not inserted. (MPEG4 Playback Mode on PV-GS200 Model only) When [3 DEW] blinks in cold conditions, dew may ...Battery is left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.) ≥Always keep the electrodes of dust in the air ≥High-temperature and high-humidity environment ≥Damaged tape ≥Long operating hours Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner 1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Camcorder...
...Recording/Playback Mode and then check if the condensation indicator disappears. Insert a Video Cassette and start recording. After the temperature of the Battery is not inserted. (MPEG4 Playback Mode on PV-GS200 Model only) When [3 DEW] blinks in cold conditions, dew may ...Battery is left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.) ≥Always keep the electrodes of dust in the air ≥High-temperature and high-humidity environment ≥Damaged tape ≥Long operating hours Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner 1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Camcorder...
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...with Narration Mic does not operate correctly. (PV-GS200 only) • If it is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] set to [ST2]? This complete digital recording is analog (the same as digital signals. Compatibility with Output Signals Because AV... the original sound will appear on a tape. And detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then reattach it automatically records data, such as Time Code and Date/Time, as conventional video systems), this Camcorder employs a digital system for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions. -...
...with Narration Mic does not operate correctly. (PV-GS200 only) • If it is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] set to [ST2]? This complete digital recording is analog (the same as digital signals. Compatibility with Output Signals Because AV... the original sound will appear on a tape. And detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then reattach it automatically records data, such as Time Code and Date/Time, as conventional video systems), this Camcorder employs a digital system for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions. -...
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...digital video tape Weight: Recording/Playback Time: (PV-GS200) SP: 80 min.; Lens: (PV-GS200) 1760k1320 (2.3 million pixels) Auto Iris, F1.8, Focal Length; 2.45-24.5 mm, Macro (Full Range AF) (PV-GS120) 1280k960 (1.2 million pixels) VGA Recording; 640k480 Filter Diameter: Video Compression (PV-GS200 only): 37 mm Zoom: MPEG4 MPEG4 Image Size (PV-GS200...316 mV, 600 ohm Video Input Level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm -85- LP: 120 min. (with DVM80) Approx. 1.04 lbs. (470 g) Video (PV-GS120) Recording System: Approx. 0.99 lbs. (450 g) Digital Component (without Battery, DV cassette and Lens ...
...digital video tape Weight: Recording/Playback Time: (PV-GS200) SP: 80 min.; Lens: (PV-GS200) 1760k1320 (2.3 million pixels) Auto Iris, F1.8, Focal Length; 2.45-24.5 mm, Macro (Full Range AF) (PV-GS120) 1280k960 (1.2 million pixels) VGA Recording; 640k480 Filter Diameter: Video Compression (PV-GS200 only): 37 mm Zoom: MPEG4 MPEG4 Image Size (PV-GS200...316 mV, 600 ohm Video Input Level: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm -85- LP: 120 min. (with DVM80) Approx. 1.04 lbs. (470 g) Video (PV-GS120) Recording System: Approx. 0.99 lbs. (450 g) Digital Component (without Battery, DV cassette and Lens ...
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Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# PV-DAC13 Others Figure *CGA-DU07 *CGA-DU14 *CGA-DU21 PV-DDC9 (For USA) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) PV-DRC10 (For USA) ...PV-GS200 only) VW-VMH3 (PV-GS200 only) PV-H150 (USA only) Description AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable 680mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1360mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2040mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery...Video DC Light (10 W) (CGA-DU07 is necessary to activate it.) Video DC Light (3 W) Stereo Zoom Microphone Carrying Case PV-HB002 (USA only) Carrying Case *Please refer to page -17-, concerning the battery...
Camcorder Accessory System Accessory# PV-DAC13 Others Figure *CGA-DU07 *CGA-DU14 *CGA-DU21 PV-DDC9 (For USA) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) PV-DRC10 (For USA) ...PV-GS200 only) VW-VMH3 (PV-GS200 only) PV-H150 (USA only) Description AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC Cable 680mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1360mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2040mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery...Video DC Light (10 W) (CGA-DU07 is necessary to activate it.) Video DC Light (3 W) Stereo Zoom Microphone Carrying Case PV-HB002 (USA only) Carrying Case *Please refer to page -17-, concerning the battery...
