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    Operating Instructions Digital Video Camcorder Model No. PV-GS90P/PC Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. Mini For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-
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    Panasonic of your Camcorder. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient Camcorder information source. SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
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    instructions and use only shielded interface cables Panasonic Model No.: PV-GS90P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA(7262) This device complies with Part
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    block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
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    direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply before cleaning. CAUTION ≥DO NOT AIM YOUR
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    , ensure the cord you use is suited to the voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor. ≥Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or AC cord set. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible
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    focus adjustment 33 Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment ... 34 Playback mode Playing back tape 35 Frame-by-frame playback 36 Playback on TV 36 Edit mode Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR (Dubbing 37 Using the DV Interface Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing 38 PC Connection with the
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    Before using Accessories The following are the accessories supplied with this product. 1) Quick Guide ª Charging the battery 1 Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor and the AC Jack. 2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows. VSK0697 2) K2GJ2DC00011 K2CA2CA00025 3) 2
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    back tape ≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. ª Recording on a tape ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Operate with joystick. 1/;: 6: 5: ∫: Playback/Pause Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.) Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.) Stop 9 LSQT1284
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    using (13) Parts identification and handling (9) (14) (15) ª Camcorder (16) (10) (17) (11) (18) (4) (1) (5) (12) BATTERY (2) (3) (6) (7) (1) White balance sensor -33(2) Lens cover open/close swich [ / ] -12(3) Grip belt -12(4) Lens (5) Lens cover -12(6) Built-in LED video light -22
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    [AUTO]/ [MANUAL AF/MF] -23-, -32-, -33-, -34(23) Reset button [RESET] -43-, -45(24) Light Button [LIGHT] -22(25) DV input/output terminal [DV] -37-, -38- (32) (32) Tripod receptacle This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for
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    DC Cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not get charged. Remove the DC Cable Panasonic batteries. (-8-, -51-) ≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 1 Connect the AC Cable or AC adaptor. Contact consumer support. -55- CAUTION Danger of
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    AC Jack. 2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the DC Cable to this unit. ≥Do not use the power cord for other equipment since the power cord is exclusively designed for this Camcorder. Do not use the power cord from other equipment for this Camcorder. ª Inserting the battery Push the
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    Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the display will change: # # # # . If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash. Selecting a mode (Turning the Camcorder on/off) When recording, open the lens cover before turning the unit on. (-12-) If the unit is turned on with the lens
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    check the time before recording because the built-in clock is not very accurate. ª Recharging the built-in lithium battery ≥If [0] or [--] appears when the Camcorder is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. Use the steps below to charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor
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    viewfinder. ≥The brightness and color level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu. -21- ≥If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the Camcorder may be damaged or fail. ≥If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when recording yourself), the
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    lights green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode. ≥The Camcorder will not go into quick start standby mode unless the LCD monitor is for approx. 30 minutes, then the Status indicator will go off and the Camcorder will be completely turned off. ≥In the following cases, quick start is
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    recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you want to continue recording. ≥When closing the cassette cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover. ª When the cassette holder cannot be housed ≥Set the mode dial to OFF, then to another mode again. ≥Check if the
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    push in the center to set it. 2) Tape recording mode (When the [MANUAL AF/MF] button is pressed to set to manual mode.) 1 5 3 4 2 2 1 Select by moving up. 1 on a tape. 3 Playback/pause -35- 4 Stop -35- 2 Rewind (review playback) -35- 1 Fast forward (cue playback) -35- 19 LSQT1284
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    Before using Help mode Select an icon for an explanation of the function. ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears. Language selection You can select the language on the screen display and the menu
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    Before using 5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection. Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder ª Adjusting the brightness and color level 1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >> [YES]. 6 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be set. 7 Press the joystick to
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    light Press the [LIGHT] button again. ≥The subject should be within 1.5 metres (4.9 feet) 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. ≥Using the MagicPix function at the same time will make
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    recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. ≥In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions may be disabled. ≥Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment
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    or to save battery life. To use the Camcorder, turn it on again. ≥In the following cases, the power may not turn off even when set [POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES]. ≥When connecting to the AC outlet (When using the AC adaptor) ≥When connecting the DV cable to a PC or other equipment 24 LSQT1284
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    blank search midway through Move the joystick down to select the [∫] icon. ≥If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the Camcorder will stop at the end of the tape. ≥The Camcorder stops at a point approx. 1 second before the end of the last image recorded. When you start recording at that
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    . ≥The screen blinks and, at the same time, a shutter clicking sound is recorded. ≥When zooming in and taking a picture while holding the Camcorder by hand, we recommend using the optical image stabilizer function. -30- ≥When you are zooming in on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved
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    [70k]: Digital zoom (Up to 70k) [2000k]: Digital zoom (Up to 2000k) ≥The larger the digital zoom magnification screen, this is normal and not indicative of any trouble. ≥When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens can record persons in front of the Camcorder while presenting them the image. The
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    joystick left to select the soft skin icon [ ]. 1 1 ≥The [MAGICPIX ON] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder. ≥If it is difficult to focus, adjust the focus manually. (-33-) ª To cancel the MagicPix function Select the [ ] icon again. ≥The [MAGICPIX OFF] indication appears on the screen
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    down until icon 1 appears. 2 Move the joystick left to select the fade icon [ ]. 1 ≥The [FADE ON] indication appears on the screen of the Camcorder. 3 Press the recording start/stop button. Start recording. (fade in) When you start recording, the image/audio disappears completely and the image/audio
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    TV ASPECT] is set to [16:9], part of the operation icons and other displays please read the operating instructions for the TV. Optical When the digital zoom is used ≥When the Camcorder is GUIDE LINES] >> [ON]. ª To cancel the guideline function Set [ADVANCED] >> [GUIDE LINES] >> [OFF]. ≥The guide
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    ] >> [OFF]. ≥If [AUTO SLW SHTR] is set to [OFF], then the shutter speed will be set between 1/60 and 1/250. (When adjusting the shutter speed manually, it can be adjusted between 1/60 and 1/8000.) ≥This function's default setting is [ON]. ≥If the scene is low in brightness or contrast, the subject
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    speeds and apertures. ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Press the [MANUAL AF/MF] button. MANUAL AF/MF 2 Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the [OFF] or press the [AUTO] button. Sports mode ≥This mode reduces Camcorder shakes for the playback pause of recorded pictures. ≥During normal playback, the
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    so, you can adjust the white balance manually. ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Press the [MANUAL AF/MF] button. MANUAL AF/MF 2 Move the joystick up ] indication appears. Or, press the [AUTO] button. ≥When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cover closed, the automatic white balance adjustment
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    fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the color and brightness of the playback image may change. ≥If you increase the shutter speed manually, the noise on the screen may increase. ≥You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of a brightly shining subject or highly
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    adjust the speaker volume during playback 1 Move the [sVOLr] lever to adjust the volume. 1 Operate with joystick. 1/;: 6: 5: ∫: Playback/Pause Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.) Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to playback with the 1/; icon.) Stop ≥The power will
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    Camcorder can be played back on a TV. ≥Insert a recorded tape into this Camcorder Camcorder and a TV. 2 Push the [sVOLr] lever. [VIDEO Camcorder and a TV by using the AV cable 1. 2 Turn on this Camcorder and set the mode dial to the Tape Playback Mode. 3 Select the video from this Camcorder does not
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    or other such media. Refer to the instructions for the recorder. ≥Place a recorded cassette in the Camcorder, and an unrecorded DVD-RAM disc or cassette in the DVD recorder or VCR. 1 Connect the Camcorder and the recorder. Connecting with the AV cable 6/   AV3 IN AUDIO L MONO R A.DUB EXT
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    /recorder) 1 Connect the Camcorder and digital video equipment with the DV cable. 1 ≥Even if you use a device equipped with DV terminals such as IEEE1394, you may not be able to perform digital dubbing in some cases. For more information, see the instructions for equipment connected. ≥Regardless
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    the DV Interface. Panasonic DVC are OHCI compliant and should have no problem working with any OHCI compliant FireWire Video - Editing software package. A ≥PC must be equipped with a DV Terminal. ≥During Camcorder playback, do not disconnect the DV Interface Cable or turn the Camcorder off as this
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    MENU] [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] 1) [BASIC] [DATE/TIME] -41- 1) [BASIC] [SCENE MODE] -32[REC SPEED] -23[WIND CUT] -29[ASPECT] -30[CLOCK SET] -15- 2) [ADVANCED] [GUIDE LINES] -30[FADE COLOR] -29[AUDIO REC] -41[D.ZOOM] -27[ZOOM MIC] -27[SHTR EFFECT] -26[AUTO SLW SHTR] -31- 2) [ADVANCED] [REC SPEED] -23
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    . (Language setting cannot be back to the default condition.) ª [DEMO MODE] If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette, the Camcorder is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is
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    AUTO : Automatic mode -23- MNL : Manual mode -32- MF: Manual focus -33- 5k: Zoom magnification indication -35- 6: Rewind/Review playback -35- ;1/2;: check the Camcorder. Confirmatory indications during recording. :: The video heads are dirty. -46 digital dubbing on a tape with the
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    HEAD CLEANING: The video heads are dirty. -46- PUSH THE RESET SWITCH: An irregularity in the equipment has been detected. Press the [RESET] button (-45-). This may solve the problem. CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE: You are attempting to select the item on the [SCENE MODE] when the Camcorder is set to [AUTO
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    Problems and solutions) Power/Body 1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on. • Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully charged battery. • The battery protection circuit may have operated. Insert the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the Camcorder so, use the manual focus mode to
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    on images during cue or review playback. • This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a Camcorder dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. Clean the heads by using the head cleaner for digital video (optional). (-46-) • If the terminal for the AV cable
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    video heads (the parts that closely contact with the tape) become dirty, normal recording and playback are not properly performed. Clean the heads with the digital video head cleaner. ≥Insert the head cleaner into the Camcorder become dirty soon after cleaning, the problem may be the tape. If so,
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    Camcorder. ≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack. ≥The Camcorder body may be discolored and the surface finish may peel off. ≥Wipe the Camcorder instructions. Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance purposes or other business use. ≥If you use the Camcorder
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    normal. ≥After use, be sure to pull out the AC Cable from the AC Jack. (If they are left connected, the tape. Such usage may cause damage to the Camcorder and the heads. ≥After use, be sure to rewind highest image quality, we recommend replacing worn parts such as heads after approx. 1000 hours
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    only. Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode. Recording a subject with one end located closer to the Camcorder and the other end farther away from it ≥As auto focus adjusts at the center of an image, it
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    Specifications Digital Video Camcorder Information for your safety Power source: DC 9.3/7.2 V Power consumption: Recording 4.1 W Recording format: Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format) Tape used: 6.35 mm digital video tape Recording/playback time: SP: 80 min; LP: 120 min (with DVM80) Video
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    Ion Battery Pack VW-VBG6*1*2 5800 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack VW-VH04 Battery Pack Holder Kit PV-DDC9 (For USA) PV-DDC9-K (For Canada) PV-HB002 (USA only) DV Interface Cable (4-pin to 4-pin) Carrying Case *1 Please refer to page -13-, concerning the battery charging time and
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    Others Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers) Please photocopy this form when placing : VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY
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    is wrong with the unit and any symptom it is exhibiting. Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 53 LSQT1284
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    product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor. Product Camcorder Parts Labor One (1) Year (except CCD Image Sensor) Ninety (90) Days CCD Image Sensor - 6 (Six) Months Ninety (90) Days Service Carry-In or Mail-In Contact Number 1-800-211-PANA(7262) DVD/VCR Deck
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    Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: [email protected] Product Repairs Centralized Factory Service Center Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center MAIL TO:
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    and exclusions may not be applicable. WARRANTY SERVICE FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact: Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360 Email link: "Customer support" on www.panasonic.ca FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate
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    Backlight Compensation 27 Blank Search 25 Built-in LED Video Light 22 ªC Camcorder Accessory Order Form 52 Charging the Battery 12 Condensation 46 Customer Services Directory 55 ªD Date/Time Setting 15 Digital Dubbing 38 Digital Zoom 27 Dubbing 37 ªE Erasure Prevention Slider 18 ªF Fade
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    Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/ Guía española para el uso rápido 3 Apriete la marca [PUSH] 1 a fin de cerrar el compartimiento del cassette. ª Carga de la batería 1 Conecte el cable eléctrico de ca al adaptador de ca y a la toma de la red de ca. 2 Meta la batería en el respectivo soporte
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    1 Oprima el botón de inicio/parada de la grabación para empezar a grabar. Others 2 Oprima de nuevo el botón de inicio/parada de la grabación para detener brevemente la grabación. ; ª Reproducción de la cinta ≥Ajuste al modo de reproducción de cinta. 1 Actúe en la palanca de mando. 1/;: 6: 5: ∫:
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    Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario
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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
LSQT1284 A
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
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Operating Instructions
Digital Video Camcorder
PV-GS90P/PC
Model No.