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For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca P PC LSQT1000 B Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Models No. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. PV-GS59 (PV-GS59 Shown) PV-GS39 PV-GS29 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca P PC LSQT1000 B Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Models No. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. PV-GS59 (PV-GS59 Shown) PV-GS39 PV-GS29 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly.
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...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 ...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...
...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 ...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...
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...(pp. 19~20) 13 10 11 12 14 A/V 15 10 Lens Hood (p. 75) 11 Lens 12 White Balance Sensor (p. 42) Remote Control Sensor (PV-GS59 Only) (p. 15) 13 Zoom Lever [W/T] (pp. 35, 36) Volume Lever [- / VOL +] (pp. 45, 47) 14 Microphone (built-in ...35, 39) 12 Before Using Standard Accessories The following accessories are supplied with your Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC14D K2GJ2DC00011 K2CA2CA00025 2) 3) CGA-DU12 (PV-GS59 Canada Only) CGR-DU06 4) 5) K2KC4CB00020 LSFC0018 K1HA05CD0014 LSFT0648 (For PV-GS39 (PV-GS59 Only) (Canada Only)/ PV-GS59) 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (pp. 15~16) CAUTION...
...(pp. 19~20) 13 10 11 12 14 A/V 15 10 Lens Hood (p. 75) 11 Lens 12 White Balance Sensor (p. 42) Remote Control Sensor (PV-GS59 Only) (p. 15) 13 Zoom Lever [W/T] (pp. 35, 36) Volume Lever [- / VOL +] (pp. 45, 47) 14 Microphone (built-in ...35, 39) 12 Before Using Standard Accessories The following accessories are supplied with your Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC14D K2GJ2DC00011 K2CA2CA00025 2) 3) CGA-DU12 (PV-GS59 Canada Only) CGR-DU06 4) 5) K2KC4CB00020 LSFC0018 K1HA05CD0014 LSFT0648 (For PV-GS39 (PV-GS59 Only) (Canada Only)/ PV-GS59) 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable (pp. 15~16) CAUTION...
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Insert the card first and then attach the tripod. 36 Battery Eject Switch [BATTERY RELEASE] (p. 16) Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional) Using the Remote Control with the Camcorder, most of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. 16 17 30 Mode Dial (p. 23) 31 Recording...) 18 Cassette Compartment Cover (pp. 18~19) 19 DV Input/Output Terminal (pp. 54~55, 67~68) • Connect this to the digital video equipment. 20 USB Jack [ ] (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) (pp. 58~59, 61, 67) 21 Speaker (p. 45) 22 Built-in LED Light (pp. 33~34) 24 23 25 27 28 32...
Insert the card first and then attach the tripod. 36 Battery Eject Switch [BATTERY RELEASE] (p. 16) Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional) Using the Remote Control with the Camcorder, most of the AV Cable to this jack, plug it in as far as it goes. 16 17 30 Mode Dial (p. 23) 31 Recording...) 18 Cassette Compartment Cover (pp. 18~19) 19 DV Input/Output Terminal (pp. 54~55, 67~68) • Connect this to the digital video equipment. 20 USB Jack [ ] (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) (pp. 58~59, 61, 67) 21 Speaker (p. 45) 22 Built-in LED Light (pp. 33~34) 24 23 25 27 28 32...
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The Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional) 43 Inserting the Button-type Battery Before using the Remote Control, insert a button-type battery (not supplied). 42 1 While pressing the Lock Button 1 , ... Battery with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery is exhausted, replace it depends on the Camcorder. • When the button-type battery is normally expected to match the poles correctly when inserting the button-type battery. However, it with Panasonic type CR2025 only. Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. ●As with...
The Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional) 43 Inserting the Button-type Battery Before using the Remote Control, insert a button-type battery (not supplied). 42 1 While pressing the Lock Button 1 , ... Battery with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery is exhausted, replace it depends on the Camcorder. • When the button-type battery is normally expected to match the poles correctly when inserting the button-type battery. However, it with Panasonic type CR2025 only. Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. ●As with...
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... not operate properly even within the above operating ranges are for the first time after the Camcorder is impossible. Before Using Using the Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional) 1 Direct the Remote Control at the Remote Control Sensor of the Remote Control do not match ...Battery Before use . When the Remote Control is operated for indoor use , fully charge the Battery. • We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. • We cannot guarantee the quality of this Camcorder when batteries from the central axis • The above ranges. Selecting Remote Control Modes When...
... not operate properly even within the above operating ranges are for the first time after the Camcorder is impossible. Before Using Using the Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only : Optional) 1 Direct the Remote Control at the Remote Control Sensor of the Remote Control do not match ...Battery Before use . When the Remote Control is operated for indoor use , fully charge the Battery. • We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. • We cannot guarantee the quality of this Camcorder when batteries from the central axis • The above ranges. Selecting Remote Control Modes When...
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... CGR-DU06 B 1 h 50 min. (1 h 25 min.) (7.2 V / 640 mAh) C 55 min. (45 min.) Supplied battery A (PV-GS39/PV-GS59 U.S.A.) B CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh) C Supplied battery A (PV-GS59 Canada Only) B CGA-DU12 (7.2 V / 1 150 mAh) C Optional battery A (PV-GS59 Canada Only) B CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh) C 1 h 40 min. 1 h 45 min. (1 h 20 min.) 55 min....; The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up although the Battery is charged normally. 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...
... CGR-DU06 B 1 h 50 min. (1 h 25 min.) (7.2 V / 640 mAh) C 55 min. (45 min.) Supplied battery A (PV-GS39/PV-GS59 U.S.A.) B CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh) C Supplied battery A (PV-GS59 Canada Only) B CGA-DU12 (7.2 V / 1 150 mAh) C Optional battery A (PV-GS59 Canada Only) B CGR-DU06 (7.2 V / 640 mAh) C 1 h 40 min. 1 h 45 min. (1 h 20 min.) 55 min....; The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up although the Battery is charged normally. 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...
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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 parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is charged at a temperature of 25 ... (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording.) • The available recording time becomes shorter if you use or charging. The Camcorder being used . If the battery discharges, then ( ) will change: → → → → . Re-attaching the Lens Cap To protect the ...
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 parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is charged at a temperature of 25 ... (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording.) • The available recording time becomes shorter if you use or charging. The Camcorder being used . If the battery discharges, then ( ) will change: → → → → . Re-attaching the Lens Cap To protect the ...
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Inserting/Removing a Card 1 Turn off the Camcorder. • Otherwise, the Camcorder may not function properly or it in the cover.... do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in a case. 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 sliding...Bottom View] 5 Only after the Cassette Holder is completely housed, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by Panasonic only. If so, be sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when opening. Accidental Erasure Prevention...
Inserting/Removing a Card 1 Turn off the Camcorder. • Otherwise, the Camcorder may not function properly or it in the cover.... do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in a case. 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 sliding...Bottom View] 5 Only after the Cassette Holder is completely housed, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by Panasonic only. If so, be sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when opening. Accidental Erasure Prevention...
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... that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. 1 Pull the Viewfinder. (PV-GS39/ (PV-GS29) PV-GS59) 1 Set [ BASIC] >> [ CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. SET DATE AND TIME YES NO SETUP ENTER... date and time. • If the screen shows the incorrect Date/Time, then adjust it. Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for approx. 6...] Indicator 2 automatically goes off and the power turns off. (If Quick Start is set to the Camcorder or place the battery on for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will be ...
... that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. 1 Pull the Viewfinder. (PV-GS39/ (PV-GS29) PV-GS59) 1 Set [ BASIC] >> [ CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. SET DATE AND TIME YES NO SETUP ENTER... date and time. • If the screen shows the incorrect Date/Time, then adjust it. Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for approx. 6...] Indicator 2 automatically goes off and the power turns off. (If Quick Start is set to the Camcorder or place the battery on for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will be ...
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... Joystick Control again to redisplay the One-Touch Navigation icon will be played back on a card. : PC Mode (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to 1 . 1 (PV-GS39/ PV-GS59) 1 (PV-GS29) Joystick Control (See below) : Tape Recording Mode Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape. : Tape Playback Mode...
... Joystick Control again to redisplay the One-Touch Navigation icon will be played back on a card. : PC Mode (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to 1 . 1 (PV-GS39/ PV-GS59) 1 (PV-GS29) Joystick Control (See below) : Tape Recording Mode Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape. : Tape Playback Mode...
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... by the Mode Dial is displayed. • Do not switch the Mode Dial when the Menu is displayed. (PV-GS39/ (PV-GS29) PV-GS59) 2 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to select [ ]. USAGE TO MOVE JOYSTICK IN DIRECTION ...OF DESIRED EXIT FUNCTION 1/4 NEXT SET EXIT 4 Move the Joystick Control to select [EXIT] or press the [MENU] Button. Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Camcorder...
... by the Mode Dial is displayed. • Do not switch the Mode Dial when the Menu is displayed. (PV-GS39/ (PV-GS29) PV-GS59) 2 Move the Joystick Control [▲] or [▼] to select [ ]. USAGE TO MOVE JOYSTICK IN DIRECTION ...OF DESIRED EXIT FUNCTION 1/4 NEXT SET EXIT 4 Move the Joystick Control to select [EXIT] or press the [MENU] Button. Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Camcorder...
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...MENU] Button again. About the Menu Mode Setting The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off the Camcorder, the selected setup may not be set. However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off . BASIC...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) 26 3 Move the Joystick Control [►] or press...
...MENU] Button again. About the Menu Mode Setting The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off the Camcorder, the selected setup may not be set. However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off . BASIC...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) 26 3 Move the Joystick Control [►] or press...
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... recording • When you turn on the Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only). DISPLAY Set [ SETUP] >> [ DISPLAY] >> [ON] or [OFF]. Set [ BASIC] or [ SETUP] >> [ DATE/TIME] >> [D/T], [DATE] or [OFF]. • The Camcorder automatically records the date and time of the recorded sound. ... 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., BASIC BASIC DATE/TIME D/T ADVANCED PROTECT NO SETUP LANGUAGE SETUP ENTER EXIT SETUP ENTER EXIT [ BASIC] Basic Setup Sub-Menu [ DATE/TIME] ...
... recording • When you turn on the Remote Control (PV-GS59 Only). DISPLAY Set [ SETUP] >> [ DISPLAY] >> [ON] or [OFF]. Set [ BASIC] or [ SETUP] >> [ DATE/TIME] >> [D/T], [DATE] or [OFF]. • The Camcorder automatically records the date and time of the recorded sound. ... 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., BASIC BASIC DATE/TIME D/T ADVANCED PROTECT NO SETUP LANGUAGE SETUP ENTER EXIT SETUP ENTER EXIT [ BASIC] Basic Setup Sub-Menu [ DATE/TIME] ...
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When connecting to the AC Jack (When using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. • Audio dubbing is automatically set . Set [ SETUP] >> [ AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO], [L] or [R]. [STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub sound)... [LP]. Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment without any operation, the Camcorder automatically turns off even when set [ POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES]. - When connecting the USB Cable or the DV Cable to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. When the PC Mode (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) Menus Related to Playback ...
When connecting to the AC Jack (When using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. • Audio dubbing is automatically set . Set [ SETUP] >> [ AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO], [L] or [R]. [STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub sound)... [LP]. Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment without any operation, the Camcorder automatically turns off even when set [ POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES]. - When connecting the USB Cable or the DV Cable to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. When the PC Mode (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) Menus Related to Playback ...
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...• The [PAUSE] and [ ] Indication appears. If the Lens Cap is still attached when the power is displayed on the screen. (PV-GS39/ (PV-GS29) PV-GS59) 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. • Recording starts. • The [RECORD] and [●] Indication appears. Recording on a...For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) 1) Recording mode 2) Recording time elapse 3) Remaining tape indication 4) Still picture size 5) Quality of still pictures 6) Number of recordable still pictures (When no picture can be recorded, this unit is purchased, the aspect ratio is set to [AUTO], the Camcorder ...
...• The [PAUSE] and [ ] Indication appears. If the Lens Cap is still attached when the power is displayed on the screen. (PV-GS39/ (PV-GS29) PV-GS59) 3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. • Recording starts. • The [RECORD] and [●] Indication appears. Recording on a...For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) 1) Recording mode 2) Recording time elapse 3) Remaining tape indication 4) Still picture size 5) Quality of still pictures 6) Number of recordable still pictures (When no picture can be recorded, this unit is purchased, the aspect ratio is set to [AUTO], the Camcorder ...
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... with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the Camcorder. • You can record stable pictures without hand shaking by using a tripod and the Remote Control. (PV-GS59 Only) • You can also change the picture quality on [ ADVANCED] >> [ PICT. We ... clearly • When zooming in the Tape Recording Mode. 32 Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot) (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the Camcorder. • Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder before turning on the power. 1 Set the [OFF/ON]...
... with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the Camcorder. • You can record stable pictures without hand shaking by using a tripod and the Remote Control. (PV-GS59 Only) • You can also change the picture quality on [ ADVANCED] >> [ PICT. We ... clearly • When zooming in the Tape Recording Mode. 32 Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot) (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the Camcorder. • Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder before turning on the power. 1 Set the [OFF/ON]...
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...Zoom Microphone Function may not be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in and taking a picture while holding the Camcorder by or with [ ] indication is 1×, the Camcorder can zoom in up to 30× optically. • Set to the picture by recording objects close -ups...Recording Mode. 1 Set [ ADVANCED] >> [ ZOOM MIC] >> [ON]. • The [ ] Indication is displayed. Recording Mode Self-timer Recording (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) When you are zooming in on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 4.3 feet (1.3 meters) or further from the lens....
...Zoom Microphone Function may not be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in and taking a picture while holding the Camcorder by or with [ ] indication is 1×, the Camcorder can zoom in up to 30× optically. • Set to the picture by recording objects close -ups...Recording Mode. 1 Set [ ADVANCED] >> [ ZOOM MIC] >> [ON]. • The [ ] Indication is displayed. Recording Mode Self-timer Recording (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59) When you are zooming in on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 4.3 feet (1.3 meters) or further from the lens....
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...[ EIS] >> [ON]. Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record close-up to 1000×. • Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Set [ ADVANCED] >> [ D.ZOOM] >> [50×] or [1000×]. Notes: • When the MagicPix Function is used with the Remote Control. (PV-GS59 Only) To Cancel...Lever. • The Variable Speed Zoom Function cannot be used , we recommend that you can be used - Image Stabilizer Function If the Camcorder is done in the Recording Mode. • The zoom speed varies according to 30× in 3.3 seconds at the maximum in an ...
...[ EIS] >> [ON]. Digital Zoom Function This function is useful when you want to record close-up to 1000×. • Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Set [ ADVANCED] >> [ D.ZOOM] >> [50×] or [1000×]. Notes: • When the MagicPix Function is used with the Remote Control. (PV-GS59 Only) To Cancel...Lever. • The Variable Speed Zoom Function cannot be used , we recommend that you can be used - Image Stabilizer Function If the Camcorder is done in the Recording Mode. • The zoom speed varies according to 30× in 3.3 seconds at the maximum in an ...
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...10× and 20×. To Resume Normal Playback Press the [►] Button or [VER SEARCH] Button. Variable Speed Search Function (PV-GS59 Only) The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can play back at a slow speed. • Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are available ... Playback proceeds in the LP mode.) • In the reversed Slow-Motion Playback, the time code indication may be disturbed. Slow Motion Playback (PV-GS59 Only) This Camcorder can be varied. 1 During playback, press the [VER SEARCH] Button. • The [1×►] Indication appears. 2 Press the [▲...
...10× and 20×. To Resume Normal Playback Press the [►] Button or [VER SEARCH] Button. Variable Speed Search Function (PV-GS59 Only) The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can play back at a slow speed. • Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are available ... Playback proceeds in the LP mode.) • In the reversed Slow-Motion Playback, the time code indication may be disturbed. Slow Motion Playback (PV-GS59 Only) This Camcorder can be varied. 1 During playback, press the [VER SEARCH] Button. • The [1×►] Indication appears. 2 Press the [▲...