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...to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Declaration of 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 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with ...can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. If this equipment. CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED...
...to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Declaration of 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 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with ...can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. If this equipment. CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED...
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...rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from the power supply before cleaning. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for limited viewing. Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). This action could permanently damage the internal... are no user serviceable parts inside a closed car, next to disassemble this battery. -5- If the unit is prohibited. Do not use , however it gets wet. Before handling your Camcorder, make sure your Camcorder from a pool or even a cup of U.S. Apparatus Claims of coffee. ...
...rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from the power supply before cleaning. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for limited viewing. Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). This action could permanently damage the internal... are no user serviceable parts inside a closed car, next to disassemble this battery. -5- If the unit is prohibited. Do not use , however it gets wet. Before handling your Camcorder, make sure your Camcorder from a pool or even a cup of U.S. Apparatus Claims of coffee. ...
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... Style Grip Belt 17 Attaching the Lens Cap 18 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 18 Inserting a Cassette 18 Using a Memory Card 19 Turning on the Camcorder 19 Selecting Modes 19 Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor 20 Using the Menu Screen 21 List of Menus 22 Setting Date and Time 25 Internal... Lithium Battery Recharge 26 LP Mode 26 Audio Recording Mode 26 Recording Mode About Recording 27 Recording on a Tape 27 Recording a Still Picture on a Card (...
... Style Grip Belt 17 Attaching the Lens Cap 18 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 18 Inserting a Cassette 18 Using a Memory Card 19 Turning on the Camcorder 19 Selecting Modes 19 Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor 20 Using the Menu Screen 21 List of Menus 22 Setting Date and Time 25 Internal... Lithium Battery Recharge 26 LP Mode 26 Audio Recording Mode 26 Recording Mode About Recording 27 Recording on a Tape 27 Recording a Still Picture on a Card (...
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... Compartment Cover. 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. 2 Insert a Cassette. Before Use Quick Guide 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it. ª Inserting a Card 1 Slide the [OPEN] Lever 1 to open the Card Slot Cover 2. 1 OPEN...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. 3 3 Close the Card Slot Cover 2 securely. ª Recording on a Tape 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON]. ≥The [...
... Compartment Cover. 4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button again to open the Cassette Compartment Cover. 2 Insert a Cassette. Before Use Quick Guide 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it. ª Inserting a Card 1 Slide the [OPEN] Lever 1 to open the Card Slot Cover 2. 1 OPEN...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. 3 3 Close the Card Slot Cover 2 securely. ª Recording on a Tape 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 1 to [ON]. ≥The [...
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...SOFT SKIN TELE MACRO outlets. (7) REC MULTI/ P-IN-P STILL SD CARD 2) Battery Pack -163) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery -154) Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) -15- (8) (9) BACK LIGHT ACCESS (14) MENU s ENTER FADE...AC. Before Use Before Use Before Using These operating Instructions are accessories supplied with the Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC14D 2) K2GJ2DZ00017 K2CA2EA00005 3) CR2025 CGA-DU14 (PV-GS200) 4) VSB0470 (PV-GS120) 5) N2QAGC000018 6) N2QCBD000030 (PV-GS200) 7) VYF2973 8) K2KC4CB00009 9) Mic, Please refer to page -88- VFC3506 ...
...SOFT SKIN TELE MACRO outlets. (7) REC MULTI/ P-IN-P STILL SD CARD 2) Battery Pack -163) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery -154) Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) -15- (8) (9) BACK LIGHT ACCESS (14) MENU s ENTER FADE...AC. Before Use Before Use Before Using These operating Instructions are accessories supplied with the Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC14D 2) K2GJ2DZ00017 K2CA2EA00005 3) CR2025 CGA-DU14 (PV-GS200) 4) VSB0470 (PV-GS120) 5) N2QAGC000018 6) N2QCBD000030 (PV-GS200) 7) VYF2973 8) K2KC4CB00009 9) Mic, Please refer to page -88- VFC3506 ...
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... trademark of the AC adaptor. (34) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack [AV IN/OUT] -50- PC (39) PV-GS200 PV-GS120 PC (44) (45) OFF SD SD QUICK START POWER ON (40) (41) (42) (43) (46)...in speaker, but connecting a headphone, etc. deactivates it goes. ≥When using the battery with Narration Mic [REMOTE] (PV-GS200 only) -28Microphone Jack [MIC] (39) Mode Dial -19(40) Quick Start Recording...connecting the pin plug of the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic to this jack activates the Camcorder's built-in powered microphone can be used . Picture-in , stereo) -32-, -34(29)...
... trademark of the AC adaptor. (34) Audio-Video Input/Output Jack [AV IN/OUT] -50- PC (39) PV-GS200 PV-GS120 PC (44) (45) OFF SD SD QUICK START POWER ON (40) (41) (42) (43) (46)...in speaker, but connecting a headphone, etc. deactivates it goes. ≥When using the battery with Narration Mic [REMOTE] (PV-GS200 only) -28Microphone Jack [MIC] (39) Mode Dial -19(40) Quick Start Recording...connecting the pin plug of the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic to this jack activates the Camcorder's built-in powered microphone can be used . Picture-in , stereo) -32-, -34(29)...
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...tripod. (55) DV Terminal [DV] -53≥Connect this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. (50) Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] -16(51) Battery Holder (52) Shoulder Strap Holders -18(53) Grip Belt (One-touch Free Style Grip Belt) -17(54) Tripod Receptacle ≥...equipment. (56) S-Video Input/Output Jack [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] -50- ª Remote Controller Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Camcorder, most of the Camcorder functions can be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. SEARCH] -43- (71) Menu Button [MENU] -21- (72) (...
...tripod. (55) DV Terminal [DV] -53≥Connect this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. (50) Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] -16(51) Battery Holder (52) Shoulder Strap Holders -18(53) Grip Belt (One-touch Free Style Grip Belt) -17(54) Tripod Receptacle ≥...equipment. (56) S-Video Input/Output Jack [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] -50- ª Remote Controller Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Camcorder, most of the Camcorder functions can be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. SEARCH] -43- (71) Menu Button [MENU] -21- (72) (...
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Replace only with Panasonic PART NO. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above operating ranges are for indoor use. Replace battery with the same or equivalent ... far as it with the (i) marking facing upwards. 3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller. ≥Distance from the Camcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters) ≥Angle: Within approximately 10o... Risk of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Use of another battery may present a risk of children. Before Use ª Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) This controller ...
Replace only with Panasonic PART NO. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above operating ranges are for indoor use. Replace battery with the same or equivalent ... far as it with the (i) marking facing upwards. 3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller. ≥Distance from the Camcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters) ≥Angle: Within approximately 10o... Risk of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Use of another battery may present a risk of children. Before Use ª Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) This controller ...
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... charged normally. D 1 INDEX STOP INDEX P.B. Power Supply ª Using the AC Adaptor ª Using the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. ≥We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. ≥We cannot guarantee the quality of this item, see -71-. -16- ZOOM K ∫ L SELECT [VCR1]: Press the [D] Button ...high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual. 2 Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder. 1 1 Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder. 2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor. 3 Connect the AC Cable to [VCR1] Mode. A ...
... charged normally. D 1 INDEX STOP INDEX P.B. Power Supply ª Using the AC Adaptor ª Using the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. ≥We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. ≥We cannot guarantee the quality of this item, see -71-. -16- ZOOM K ∫ L SELECT [VCR1]: Press the [D] Button ...high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual. 2 Attach the charged Battery to the Camcorder. 1 1 Connect the DC Cable to the Camcorder. 2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC Adaptor. 3 Connect the AC Cable to [VCR1] Mode. A ...
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... Camcorder. the LCD Monitor is used . indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes. ≥Battery CGA-DU14 is supplied. (PV-GS200 only) ≥Battery VSB0470 is more for continuous recording at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer. ≥We recommend the Battery Pack VSB0470 (PV-GS120 ...only), CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more convenient to use with the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only). A Charging Time...
... Camcorder. the LCD Monitor is used . indicates 1 hour and 30 minutes. ≥Battery CGA-DU14 is supplied. (PV-GS200 only) ≥Battery VSB0470 is more for continuous recording at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer. ≥We recommend the Battery Pack VSB0470 (PV-GS120 ...only), CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more convenient to use with the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only). A Charging Time...
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.... Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of [EFFECT2] (-39-) are not retained.) However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Camcorder, the selected setup may be done using AC Adaptor, [POWER LCD] function is automatically effective. About the Menu...the Previous Screen Press the [6] Button. To Resume Normal Brightness Press the [POWER LCD] Button again. Menus can not change this setting. (PV-GS200 only) ≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded images. ≥For other notes concerning this case, carry out the following procedure....
.... Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of [EFFECT2] (-39-) are not retained.) However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Camcorder, the selected setup may be done using AC Adaptor, [POWER LCD] function is automatically effective. About the Menu...the Previous Screen Press the [6] Button. To Resume Normal Brightness Press the [POWER LCD] Button again. Menus can not change this setting. (PV-GS200 only) ≥These adjustments do not affect the recorded images. ≥For other notes concerning this case, carry out the following procedure....
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Setting Date and Time Since the 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 is weak, the [0] or [--] Indication flashes. In this case, charge...INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. Before Use [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -694) [LCD/EVF] Adjusting Brightness and Color Level [LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only) Intelligent LCD Monitor -21[LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -20[EVF ON/AUTO] Using the Viewfinder -205) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub...
Setting Date and Time Since the 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 is weak, the [0] or [--] Indication flashes. In this case, charge...INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. Before Use [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -694) [LCD/EVF] Adjusting Brightness and Color Level [LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only) Intelligent LCD Monitor -21[LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -20[EVF ON/AUTO] Using the Viewfinder -205) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub...
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... internal lithium battery is not possible with "16 bit 48 kHz 2 track" Mode. If LP Mode is selected, the recording time becomes 1.5 times longer than that are recorded in stereo, while the other equipment. ≥Audio dubbing is near exhaustion. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camcorder with the ...power turned off and then connect to the AC Jack. ≥After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium battery can be selected with the LP Mode recording, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on ...
... internal lithium battery is not possible with "16 bit 48 kHz 2 track" Mode. If LP Mode is selected, the recording time becomes 1.5 times longer than that are recorded in stereo, while the other equipment. ≥Audio dubbing is near exhaustion. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Camcorder with the ...power turned off and then connect to the AC Jack. ≥After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium battery can be selected with the LP Mode recording, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on ...
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...driver from the Personal Computer to an SD Memory Card, the copied data may be lost If the battery power is lost while transferring data. ≥If the Camcorder is used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will occur as picture folder. Therefore, it... is imperative that the above operation is completed before proceeding. ≥When SD Memory Card is removed. ≥When Camcorder power is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Depending on the operating environment and other languages are shown in these Operating Instructions ...
...driver from the Personal Computer to an SD Memory Card, the copied data may be lost If the battery power is lost while transferring data. ≥If the Camcorder is used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will occur as picture folder. Therefore, it... is imperative that the above operation is completed before proceeding. ≥When SD Memory Card is removed. ≥When Camcorder power is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Depending on the operating environment and other languages are shown in these Operating Instructions ...
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Various functions and Camcorder status are shown on the screen. R0...REC: Recording -27- MAGICPIX: MagicPix Function -34- 0LUX MAGICPIX: 0 Lux MagicPix Function -34- r: Remaining Battery Power ≥When the battery power becomes low, the Indicator changes. STROBE: Strobe Mode -39- MIRROR: Mirror Mode -39- B/W: Black ...27- : Tape Playback Mode -42- : Card Recording Mode -29- : Picture Playback Mode -45- : MPEG4 Playback Mode (PV-GS200 only) -45- CINEMA: Cinema Mode -35- STRETCH: Stretch Mode -39- SLIM: Slim Mode -39- SOLARI: Solarisation ...
Various functions and Camcorder status are shown on the screen. R0...REC: Recording -27- MAGICPIX: MagicPix Function -34- 0LUX MAGICPIX: 0 Lux MagicPix Function -34- r: Remaining Battery Power ≥When the battery power becomes low, the Indicator changes. STROBE: Strobe Mode -39- MIRROR: Mirror Mode -39- B/W: Black ...27- : Tape Playback Mode -42- : Card Recording Mode -29- : Picture Playback Mode -45- : MPEG4 Playback Mode (PV-GS200 only) -45- CINEMA: Cinema Mode -35- STRETCH: Stretch Mode -39- SLIM: Slim Mode -39- SOLARI: Solarisation ...
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...dubbing cannot be recorded correctly. NO DATA: There are attempting to [SAVE]. You are no recorded files on PV-GS200 only) NO CARD: Card is not compatible with this Camcorder. You are recording MPEG4 moving pictures recorded in Tape Recording/Playback Mode. COPY INHIBITED: Because the medium is ... inserted. Use an SD Memory Card. Recharge it. -160: The built-in battery is low. -26: (NEED HEAD CLEANING): The video heads are dirty. -792END (TAPE END): The Tape came to the Camcorder in [SUPERFINE] on the inserted Cassette is pressed when you are attempting Audio dubbing...
...dubbing cannot be recorded correctly. NO DATA: There are attempting to [SAVE]. You are no recorded files on PV-GS200 only) NO CARD: Card is not compatible with this Camcorder. You are recording MPEG4 moving pictures recorded in Tape Recording/Playback Mode. COPY INHIBITED: Because the medium is ... inserted. Use an SD Memory Card. Recharge it. -160: The built-in battery is low. -26: (NEED HEAD CLEANING): The video heads are dirty. -792END (TAPE END): The Tape came to the Camcorder in [SUPERFINE] on the inserted Cassette is pressed when you are attempting Audio dubbing...
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... with aspect ratio 16:9) by this is not a malfunction. ≥If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to turn the Mode Dial or turn the Camcorder off in manual focus mode. ≥When the subject is not easily focused, focus on the SD Memory Card is... with magnification of k4 to k10 or higher, it is inserted, rewind to reduce slight jitters when holding the Camcorder by this case, move the high-contrast object out of the focus area. (PV-GS200 only) To record still pictures clearly ≥When zooming in on the [TAPE RECORDING MENU] is set...
... with aspect ratio 16:9) by this is not a malfunction. ≥If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to turn the Mode Dial or turn the Camcorder off in manual focus mode. ≥When the subject is not easily focused, focus on the SD Memory Card is... with magnification of k4 to k10 or higher, it is inserted, rewind to reduce slight jitters when holding the Camcorder by this case, move the high-contrast object out of the focus area. (PV-GS200 only) To record still pictures clearly ≥When zooming in on the [TAPE RECORDING MENU] is set...
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We recommend using Panasonic SD Memory Card. ª Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) (PV-GS200 only) ≥The following cases: ≥A tape and a card are included in the scene. ≥When the scene is dark. ≥When there is a ... picture may be recorded after you rotate the Mode dial or remove the battery, Quick Start Recording Lamp is turned off . ≥If the Camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes, it to [ON], the Camcorder records the maximum number of PV-GS120, the Self-timer Standby Mode is not canceled even if you record wide...
We recommend using Panasonic SD Memory Card. ª Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4) (PV-GS200 only) ≥The following cases: ≥A tape and a card are included in the scene. ≥When the scene is dark. ≥When there is a ... picture may be recorded after you rotate the Mode dial or remove the battery, Quick Start Recording Lamp is turned off . ≥If the Camcorder is not operated for 5 minutes, it to [ON], the Camcorder records the maximum number of PV-GS120, the Self-timer Standby Mode is not canceled even if you record wide...
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... affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Camcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Do not use your Camcorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables. ≥If you record pictures near a ...external input signals is in progress. (PV-GS200 only) ≥You cannot record on a card when recording on a beach, make sure that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth. ≥For storing or transporting the Camcorder, place it in a bag or...
... affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Camcorder power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Do not use your Camcorder near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables. ≥If you record pictures near a ...external input signals is in progress. (PV-GS200 only) ≥You cannot record on a card when recording on a beach, make sure that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth. ≥For storing or transporting the Camcorder, place it in a bag or...
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... the Battery or AC Adaptor may be charged. In this case, it to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally. ª Video Head Clogging and Care If the heads (the parts that make contact with the tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may not appear depending on PV-GS200 ...is inserted) appear. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature. After the temperature of the AC Adaptor and Battery clean. ª Condensation If you turn the Camcorder on when there is condensation on the head or the tape, the Condensation Indicator [3 DEW] (yellow or red) blinks on...
... the Battery or AC Adaptor may be charged. In this case, it to the ambient temperature, the fog disappears naturally. ª Video Head Clogging and Care If the heads (the parts that make contact with the tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may not appear depending on PV-GS200 ...is inserted) appear. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature. After the temperature of the AC Adaptor and Battery clean. ª Condensation If you turn the Camcorder on when there is condensation on the head or the tape, the Condensation Indicator [3 DEW] (yellow or red) blinks on...