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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Operating Instructions Digital Video Camcorder Model No. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. PV-GS120 PV-GS200 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Mini For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca LSQT0799 A
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Operating Instructions Digital Video Camcorder Model No. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. PV-GS120 PV-GS200 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Mini For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca LSQT0799 A
Digital Video Camcorder
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... to make any kind of this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source. Therefore, it should be used. The serial number is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for choosing Panasonic! Please take time to cause electric shock. Safety Precautions WARNING... symbol warns the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of contact with the Ò mark be read carefully in Camcorder with any problems. AC Adaptor ≥The rating plate is on the right. Therefore, it is dangerous to record and play ...
... to make any kind of this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source. Therefore, it should be used. The serial number is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for choosing Panasonic! Please take time to cause electric shock. Safety Precautions WARNING... symbol warns the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of contact with the Ò mark be read carefully in Camcorder with any problems. AC Adaptor ≥The rating plate is on the right. Therefore, it is dangerous to record and play ...
Digital Video Camcorder
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...products, such as suntan lotion, as , in a manner that is intended for outdoor use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder. ≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... Do not use , however it to recycle this unit. This product incorporates copyright protection.... There are free from a cold place to disassemble this battery. -5- Use of U.S. This class B digital apparatus complies with your Camcorder. Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to a heater, etc... Unplug your hands and face are no user serviceable parts inside the...
...products, such as suntan lotion, as , in a manner that is intended for outdoor use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your Camcorder. ≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... Do not use , however it to recycle this unit. This product incorporates copyright protection.... There are free from a cold place to disassemble this battery. -5- Use of U.S. This class B digital apparatus complies with your Camcorder. Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to a heater, etc... Unplug your hands and face are no user serviceable parts inside the...
Digital Video Camcorder
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... Free 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...
... Free 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...
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Others Indicators 68 Initializing the Modes 69 Warning/Alarm Indicators 70 Notes and Hints 71 Cautions for Use 78 Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions 82 Explanation of Terms 83 Specifications 85 Camcorder Accessory System 88 Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 89 Request for Service Notice (USA Only)......... 90 Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)........ 91 Customer Services Directory 92 Warranty (For Canadian Customers 93 Index 94 Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Guía española para el uso rápido 96 -9-
Others Indicators 68 Initializing the Modes 69 Warning/Alarm Indicators 70 Notes and Hints 71 Cautions for Use 78 Before Requesting Service (Problems and Solutions 82 Explanation of Terms 83 Specifications 85 Camcorder Accessory System 88 Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 89 Request for Service Notice (USA Only)......... 90 Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)........ 91 Customer Services Directory 92 Warranty (For Canadian Customers 93 Index 94 Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Guía española para el uso rápido 96 -9-
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.... ≥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 [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up. 2 POWER ª...
.... ≥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 [POWER] Lamp 2 lights up. 2 POWER ª...
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...may be some tiny bright or 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable -16- Magic Wire Remote Control with models PV-GS120 and PV-GS200. parts distributor for replacement parts number. 5) Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord -186) AV Cable -507) Shoulder... Battery Pack -163) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery -154) Magic Wire Remote Control 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 different models. ≥Depending on the ...
...may be some tiny bright or 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC Cable -16- Magic Wire Remote Control with models PV-GS120 and PV-GS200. parts distributor for replacement parts number. 5) Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord -186) AV Cable -507) Shoulder... Battery Pack -163) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery -154) Magic Wire Remote Control 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 different models. ≥Depending on the ...
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...Jack [AV IN/OUT] -50- Please consult your dealer for Magic Wire Remote Control with the Camcorder to reduce noises instead of the [AV IN/OUT] or [INITIAL] sub-menu to [OUT...- Headphone Jack [PHONES] ≥Connecting an AV Cable 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 (40) (41... Cable to this jack, plug it goes. ≥When using the battery with Narration Mic [REMOTE] (PV-GS200 only) -28Microphone Jack [MIC] (39) Mode Dial -19(40) Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK...
...Jack [AV IN/OUT] -50- Please consult your dealer for Magic Wire Remote Control with the Camcorder to reduce noises instead of the [AV IN/OUT] or [INITIAL] sub-menu to [OUT...- Headphone Jack [PHONES] ≥Connecting an AV Cable 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 (40) (41... Cable to this jack, plug it goes. ≥When using the battery with Narration Mic [REMOTE] (PV-GS200 only) -28Microphone Jack [MIC] (39) Mode Dial -19(40) Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK...
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...ON P.B.DIGITAL (61) (62) (63) sVOL r sVOL r (61) Recording Button [¥REC] -53(62) Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -51- (63) Direction Buttons for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripod. (55) DV Terminal [DV] -53≥Connect this to limitations in -Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P] -40-, -46(75) Rewind/Review Button... video 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.
...ON P.B.DIGITAL (61) (62) (63) sVOL r sVOL r (61) Recording Button [¥REC] -53(62) Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -51- (63) Direction Buttons for mounting the Camcorder on an optional tripod. (55) DV Terminal [DV] -53≥Connect this to limitations in -Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P] -40-, -46(75) Rewind/Review Button... video 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.
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...battery is not in use the Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor side of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button. 10˚ 15˚ (29) 15˚ 15˚ 1 2 Insert the button-type battery with Panasonic PART NO. Discard used battery promptly. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above ...the poles correctly when inserting the battery. However, it with Narration Mic is connected to be shot from children. Replace only with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) This controller allows the scene to [REMOTE] Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the narration microphone is activated and ...
...battery is not in use the Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor side of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button. 10˚ 15˚ (29) 15˚ 15˚ 1 2 Insert the button-type battery with Panasonic PART NO. Discard used battery promptly. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above ...the poles correctly when inserting the battery. However, it with Narration Mic is connected to be shot from children. Replace only with Narration Mic (PV-GS200 only) This controller allows the scene to [REMOTE] Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the narration microphone is activated and ...
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... ModeT . (-23-) Setup on the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that of this Camcorder when batteries from other notes concerning this item, see -71-. -16- 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...
... ModeT . (-23-) Setup on the Camcorder to [OFF] and make sure that of this Camcorder when batteries from other notes concerning this item, see -71-. -16- 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...
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...VSB0470 is charged 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 at a temperature of 68oF (25oC....(3h15min.) 1h30min. 1h15min.(1h5min.) PV-GS120 VSB0470 A B CGA-DU14 A B CGA-DU21 A B CGA-DU07 A B 2h10min. 2h25min.(2h5min.) 2h45min. 3h.(2h40min.) 3h55min. 4h30min.(4h.) 1h30min. 1h30min.(1h20min.) The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt ª To Use as the hand strap makes it easier to handle and carry a Camcorder.
...VSB0470 is charged 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 at a temperature of 68oF (25oC....(3h15min.) 1h30min. 1h15min.(1h5min.) PV-GS120 VSB0470 A B CGA-DU14 A B CGA-DU21 A B CGA-DU07 A B 2h10min. 2h25min.(2h5min.) 2h45min. 3h.(2h40min.) 3h55min. 4h30min.(4h.) 1h30min. 1h30min.(1h20min.) The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt ª To Use as the hand strap makes it easier to handle and carry a Camcorder.
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... using as a hand strap.) ≥When 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 (52) on the Camcorder. 4 Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist. ≥When returning the Grip Belt to the Grip Belt...
... using as a hand strap.) ≥When 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 (52) on the Camcorder. 4 Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist. ≥When returning the Grip Belt to the Grip Belt...
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... Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 on the cassette (by Panasonic only. Using a Memory Card A Card can record still pictures on the card simultaneously during recording on , never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover (4). ª [ACCESS] Lamp (9) (9) ACCESS While the Camcorder is on a tape. -19- Please turn off the Power 1 Set...
... Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 on the cassette (by Panasonic only. Using a Memory Card A Card can record still pictures on the card simultaneously during recording on , never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover (4). ª [ACCESS] Lamp (9) (9) ACCESS While the Camcorder is on a tape. -19- Please turn off the Power 1 Set...
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... recorded scene on a tape. :Card Recording Mode Use this mode when recording a still picture or a moving picture on a card. (moving picture on PV-GS200 Model only) :Picture Playback Mode Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card. :MPEG4 Playback Mode...and pull the LCD Monitor (3) out in the direction of the image on a card. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Camcorder. Therefore, do not rotate it forcibly. 1180o 290o ≥The Viewfinder can also record the picture while watching it is securely locked. ≥Make...
... recorded scene on a tape. :Card Recording Mode Use this mode when recording a still picture or a moving picture on a card. (moving picture on PV-GS200 Model only) :Picture Playback Mode Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card. :MPEG4 Playback Mode...and pull the LCD Monitor (3) out in the direction of the image on a card. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Camcorder. Therefore, do not rotate it forcibly. 1180o 290o ≥The Viewfinder can also record the picture while watching it is securely locked. ≥Make...
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About the Menu Mode Setting The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off. (The setups of the LCD Monitor (PV-GS200 only) Set the [LCD AI] on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: The screen image becomes clear and vivid. ... [6] Button. To Change the Picture Quality 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 retained. ≥Menu operation flow is automatically set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or rotate the LCD ...
About the Menu Mode Setting The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Camcorder is turned off. (The setups of the LCD Monitor (PV-GS200 only) Set the [LCD AI] on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to [ON] or [OFF]. [ON]: The screen image becomes clear and vivid. ... [6] Button. To Change the Picture Quality 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 retained. ≥Menu operation flow is automatically set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or rotate the LCD ...
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... Hot Shoe Microphone ≥This function reduces the low sound to Demonstration Mode for approximately 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Camcorder and the [OFF/ON] Switch is turned to [OFF]. -22- If any button is pressed or operated, the Demonstration Mode is automatically ...set the [DEMO MODE] to [ON] without inserting a Cassette or a Card, the Camcorder is cancelled. However, it cannot reset the Time Code. 6) [LCD/EVF] LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu [LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only) Intelligent LCD Monitor -21- [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -20[SELF ...
... Hot Shoe Microphone ≥This function reduces the low sound to Demonstration Mode for approximately 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Camcorder and the [OFF/ON] Switch is turned to [OFF]. -22- If any button is pressed or operated, the Demonstration Mode is automatically ...set the [DEMO MODE] to [ON] without inserting a Cassette or a Card, the Camcorder is cancelled. However, it cannot reset the Time Code. 6) [LCD/EVF] LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu [LCD AI] (PV-GS200 only) Intelligent LCD Monitor -21- [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -20[SELF ...
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...EFFECT SEL] Digital Effect Selection -45[TITLE IN] Adding a Title -474) [CARD] Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY] Picture Quality -29[MPEG4 MODE] (PV-GS200 only) MPEG4 Picture Quality -30[CREATE TITLE] Title Creation -475) [RECORDING] Recording Setup Sub-Menu [REC SPEED] Recording Speed Mode -26[AUDIO REC]... Playback, Still Advance Playback or Variable Speed Search. ≥The settings information may not be displayed properly if the camera data of this Camcorder are played back on other equipment. ≥The camera data will not be recorded in the following cases: ≥When the data has...
...EFFECT SEL] Digital Effect Selection -45[TITLE IN] Adding a Title -474) [CARD] Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY] Picture Quality -29[MPEG4 MODE] (PV-GS200 only) MPEG4 Picture Quality -30[CREATE TITLE] Title Creation -475) [RECORDING] Recording Setup Sub-Menu [REC SPEED] Recording Speed Mode -26[AUDIO REC]... Playback, Still Advance Playback or Variable Speed Search. ≥The settings information may not be displayed properly if the camera data of this Camcorder are played back on other equipment. ≥The camera data will not be recorded in the following cases: ≥When the data has...
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...Viewfinder -207) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub-Menu [AV JACK] AV Jack -82[REMOTE] Remote Controller Mode -16- ª [MPEG4 PLAYBACK MODE] (PV-GS200 only) MPEG4 Playback Menu MPEG4 DELETE EDITING DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL PLAYBACK MENU ! Before Use [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -694) [LCD/...-493) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu [SCREEN] Screen Setting [DISPLAY] Display Mode -69- 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...
...Viewfinder -207) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub-Menu [AV JACK] AV Jack -82[REMOTE] Remote Controller Mode -16- ª [MPEG4 PLAYBACK MODE] (PV-GS200 only) MPEG4 Playback Menu MPEG4 DELETE EDITING DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL PLAYBACK MENU ! Before Use [DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -694) [LCD/...-493) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu [SCREEN] Screen Setting [DISPLAY] Display Mode -69- 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...
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... sound-quality recording is not possible with "16 bit 48 kHz 2 track" Mode. If LP Mode 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 LP Mode are not completely...
... sound-quality recording is not possible with "16 bit 48 kHz 2 track" Mode. If LP Mode 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 LP Mode are not completely...
