Panasonic PV GS15 Digital Video Camcorder - Page 62

Others • When the [SELF TIMER] is set to [ON], the Camcorder records the maximum number of recordable pictures depending on the [BURST MODE] setting. • When using a card formatted by other equipment, intervals between recorded pictures may become large. • If you repeatedly record or erase pictures, intervals between recorded pictures may become large. In this case, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card using this Camcorder. Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light • The subject should be within 4.9 feet (1.5 metres) of the Camcorder. • Using the LED Video Light reduces battery time. • Set the LED Video Light to off when not in use. • Do not look directly into the light. • If the LED Video light is used with a Conversion lens attached, a slight vignetting (darkening around edges) effect occurs on the screen. • Using the MagicPix Function at the same time will make conditions even brighter. • The Video Light brightens images recorded in a dimly-lit place, however we recommend using it in a bright place in order to obtain high quality images. Quick Start • During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute amount of electricity is consumed. • When the Camcorder is left in the Recording Pause Mode for 5 minutes, it will be turned into the Quick Start Standby Mode. To turn the Camcorder on again, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and then set it to [ON] again. (The Quick Start Mode will be restored.) • This Function is not activated in the following case: • Neither a card nor a tape has been inserted while the Tape/Card Recording Mode is set. • In the following cases, Quick Start is canceled during the Quick Start Standby Mode. • Operate the Mode Dial • The Battery is replaced • If the [QUICK START] Button is pressed and held for approximately 2 seconds during the Quick Start Standby Mode, the Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be turned off. • If the Camcorder is not operated for approximately 30 minutes when the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights, the Lamp will go off and the Camcorder will be completely turned off. • In the Automatic White Balance Mode, the color may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning of the recording. • The zoom magnification differs from when it is in the Quick Start Standby Mode and when the recording starts. Self-timer Recording • When [BEEP SOUND] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the beep sound will be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self-timer Standby Mode. • By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, Recording Start/Stop Button or Mode Dial, the Self-timer Standby Mode is canceled. Zoom In/Out Functions • When you are zooming in on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 4 feet (1.2 meters) or further from the Camcorder. Zoom Microphone Function • The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud. • It does not work with the external microphone (For PV-GS14/PV-GS15). Digital Zoom Functions • As the magnification of digital zoom increases, the quality of image may deteriorate. • White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom range. Image Stabilizer Function • The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate in a dimly lit place. In this case, the [EIS] Indication flashes. • Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may change or colors may not look natural. • After-images may appear. • When a tripod is used, it is recommended that you turn the Image Stabilizer off. • Within the digital zoom range, or when recording with a conversion lens attached, the Image Stabilizer Function may not work effectively. Backlight Compensation Function • When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight Compensation Function does not work. • By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, the Backlight Compensation Function is canceled. MagicPix Function • In a bright place, such as outdoors, the recorded picture may become whitish. • In a dark place, the recorded picture is presented in a time-lapse-like manner. • Adjust the Focus manually. • The Progressive Photoshot Function is automatically turned off. • The RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot Function cannot be used. • White Balance cannot be set. • The shutter speed cannot be adjusted. • The Image Stabilizer, Program AE, Multi Title Screen, or Digital Effect Modes in [EFFECT1] cannot be set. • When recording with the MagicPix Function, it is recommended that you use a tripod. 62 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo