Panasonic PVGS300 Instrucciones de operaciones

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. LSQT0974 AFor USA assistance, please call: 1-800-21

Before using10LSQT0974Quick Guideª Charging the battery1 Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor and the AC main socket.2 Put the battery on the batter

Before using11LSQT0974ª How to turn off the power1 While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].ªRecording on a tape≥Set to Tape Reco

Before using12LSQT0974Before usingAccessoriesThe following are the accessories supplied with this product.1) AC adaptor, DC Cable, AC Cable -15-2) Bat

Before using13LSQT0974(11) Viewfinder -18-, -75-(12)Battery holder(13) Battery release lever [BATT] -15-(14)Power switch [OFF/ON] -16-(15)Status indic

Before using14LSQT0974(37) Shoulder strap fixtureThis is a fixture for attaching the shoulder strap to hang the Camcorder from your neck or shoulder.≥

Before using15LSQT0974Power supplyª Charging the batteryWhen this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using th

Before using16LSQT0974Charging time and recordable timeThe times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC (77 oF) and the humid

Before using17LSQT0974ª How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinderWhen the power switch is set to [ON], the power can be turned

Before using18LSQT0974Using the LCD monitorYou can record the image while viewing it on the opened LCD monitor.1 Place your finger on OPEN and pull th

Before using19LSQT0974Quick StartWhen Quick Start is ON the battery power is still being consumed, even when the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder are cl

2LSQT0974Things You Should KnowThank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market

Before using20LSQT0974Inserting/removing a cassette1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on the power.2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open t

Before using21LSQT09743 Insert/remove the card into/from the card slot. ≥When inserting a card, face the label side 1 towards you and push it straight

Before using22LSQT0974How to use the joystickª Basic joystick operationsOperations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the

Before using23LSQT09744) Card recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO]) 5) Card recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to

Before using24LSQT0974Switching the languageYou can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the

Before using25LSQT0974ª Operating with remote controlThe menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used.1 Press the

Before using26LSQT0974Using the remote controlª Remote controlUsing the remote control supplied will enable control of almost all functions of this Ca

Before using27LSQT0974ª Remote control usable range≥The distance between the remote control and the Camcorder: Within approx. 5 m (16 feet)Angle: Appr

Record mode28LSQT0974Record modeCheck before recordingCheck the following before recording important events such as weddings or when the Camcorder has

Record mode29LSQT0974Recording on a tape≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.≥The lens cover opens automatically.1 Press the recording start/stop button to sta

3LSQT0974FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rul

Record mode30LSQT0974Recording checkThe last image recorded is played back for 2 to 3 seconds. After checking, the Camcorder will be set to a recordin

Record mode31LSQT0974Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot) ≥Set to Card Recording Mode.≥The lens cover opens automatically.1 Press the [PHO

Record mode32LSQT0974ª Select the size of still pictures to be recorded on a card1Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select the desired pict

Record mode33LSQT0974ª Digital zoom functionIf the zoom magnification exceeds 10 times, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The digital

Record mode34LSQT0974MagicPix functionsThis function allows you to record color subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background.Attach

Record mode35LSQT0974Tele macro functionBy focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. This Camcorder can f

Record mode36LSQT0974Wind noise reduction functionThis reduces the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1

Record mode37LSQT0974≥The picture may appear dark if flash is lit in front of a white background.≥Set the flash to [ ] where using a flash is prohibit

Record mode38LSQT0974Wide/4:3 functionThis allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs.Wide FunctionImages are recorded with a 16:9 as

Record mode39LSQT0974RapidFire Consecutive PhotoshotRecords still pictures continuously at a certain interval.≥Set to Card Recording Mode.1 Set [BASIC

4LSQT0974IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not

Record mode40LSQT0974≥During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium

Record mode41LSQT0974When the black balance is adjusted, the screen will temporarily be black.1 Black balance adjustment (Flashes.) 2 White balance ad

Record mode42LSQT0974Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentShutter SpeedAdjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. ApertureAdjust it when the sc

Playback mode43LSQT0974Playback modePlaying back tape≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.(An operation icon automatically appears on the LCD monitor.)1 Operate

Playback mode44LSQT0974Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Slow-motion playback can only be performed by using th

Playback mode45LSQT0974Playback on TVImages recorded by this Camcorder can be played back on a TV.≥Insert a recorded tape or card into this Camcorder.

Playback mode46LSQT0974≥If you attempt to play back file recorded in a different format or file data is defective, the whole display becomes bluish an

Playback mode47LSQT0974ª Deleting still picture files recorded on a card by other equipment≥A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot be play

Edit mode48LSQT0974Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a cardStill pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been record

Edit mode49LSQT0974ª When neither image nor sound from the Camcorder is output to the TV set≥Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥Chec

5LSQT0974PrecautionsUSE & LOCATION≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not con

Edit mode50LSQT0974Audio dubbingYou can add music or narration to the recorded cassette. (Audio dubbing can only be performed by using the remote cont

Edit mode51LSQT0974Printing pictures by directly connecting to the printer (PictBridge)To print pictures by directly connecting the Camcorder to the p

With a PC52LSQT0974With a PCCheck before UseAvailable software and required drivers vary depending on the OS of the personal computer. Check the requi

With a PC53LSQT0974≥MotionDV STUDIO -56-:Using the MotionDV STUDIO software allows you to capture video recorded on a tape or images viewed through th

With a PC54LSQT0974Using as a Web cameraIf the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to ot

With a PC55LSQT0974≥To send pictures recorded on a tape to another personal computer using Windows Messenger/MSN Messenger, set [BASIC] >> [USB

With a PC56LSQT09747 Select [USB Video Device] in the [Camera] menu.8 Select [DVC] in the [Microphone] menu.≥Please refer to the HELP file of Windows

With a PC57LSQT0974RAM:256 MB or more(Adding more memory enables you to operate the personal computer more comfortably.)Hard disk:Ultra DMA – 33 or mo

With a PC58LSQT0974ª To start Quick Movie Magic or MotionDV STUDIOIf you wish to capture data from a tape, set the Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode and

With a PC59LSQT09744 Click [Standard Universal PCI to USB Host Controller] and then click [Next].5 Click [Finish].≥The update of the driver is complet

6LSQT0974Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, Quick Movie Magic and MotionDV STUDI

With a PC60LSQT0974To disconnect USB cable safelyIf USB cable is disconnected while the computer is on, error dialog box may appear. In such a case cl

With a PC61LSQT0974≥Although the screens in these Operating Instructions are shown in English for the sake of example, other languages are supported a

With a PC62LSQT0974ª About the folder structure when using the Memory Card in a personal computer≥When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted int

Menu63LSQT0974MenuMenu listMenu figures and illustrations are provided for easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are different from the actual

Menu64LSQT0974ª [CARD RECORDING MENU]1) [BASIC][SCENE MODE] -39-[PICT.QUALITY] -32-[PICTURE SIZE] -32-[ASPECT] -38-[CLOCK SET] -17-2) [ADVANCED][BURST

Menu65LSQT0974Menus related to taking picturesª [DATE/TIME]This switches between date and time indications.≥The Camcorder automatically records the da

Others66LSQT0974OthersIndicationsVarious functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen.Basic indications: Remaining battery power0h00m00s

Others67LSQT0974No.00: File number1: Number of DPOF Setting -47-: Lock setting -47-: [640k360] Image size: [2048k1152] Image size: [640k480] Image siz

Others68LSQT0974PUSH THE RESET SWITCH: An irregularity in the equipment has been detected. Press the [RESET] button (-13-). This may solve the problem

Others69LSQT0974Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)Power/Body1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on.• Is the battery fully charged?

7LSQT0974Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or DisassemblyLicensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to

Others70LSQT0974• Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is open, the Camcorder may not operate normally. Close the cassette cover. (-20-) 2: The sc

Others71LSQT09744: Playback picture is not clear.• Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. Clean

Others72LSQT0974Cautions for Useª About condensationIf you turn the Camcorder on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape, condensation Indica

Others73LSQT0974Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Camcorder.≥If the Camcorder is sprayed with such chemicals, the Camcorder bod

Others74LSQT0974ª About the AC adaptor≥If the battery is warm, charging requires more time than normal.≥If the temperature of the battery is extremely

Others75LSQT0974ª LCD monitor/viewfinderLCD monitor≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth. ≥In a place with drastic temperatu

Others76LSQT0974ª White balanceThe image recorded by the Camcorder may become bluish or reddish under the influence of light sources. To avoid such ph

Others77LSQT0974SpecificationsDigital Video CamcorderInformation for your safetyRecording format:Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format) Tape u

Others78LSQT0974AC adaptorInformation for your safetyDimensions:61 mm (W)k32 mm (H)k91 mm (D)(2.40 inch (W)k1.26 inch (H)k3.58 inch (D))Mass:Approx. 1

Others79LSQT0974Camcorder Accessory System*Please refer to page -16-, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.*NOTE: Accesso

8LSQT0974ContentsBefore usingQuick Guide... 10Accessories ...

Others80LSQT0974Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Access

Others81LSQT0974Request for Service Notice (USA Only)Request for Service Notice: Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice

Others82LSQT0974Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty ProductCamcorderDVD/VCR Deck,A/V Mixer TV/VCR, TV

Others83LSQT0974Customer Services DirectoryService in Canada: As per Sevicenter listed in Canadian warranty information on page -84-.Obtain Product In

Others84LSQT0974Warranty (For Canadian Customers)Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRA

Others85LSQT0974ª Numerics0 Lux MagicPix Function ... 344:3 Function ...

Others86LSQT0974Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápidoª Carga de la batería1Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA al adaptador de CA y a

Others87LSQT0974ª Cómo apagar la alimentación1 Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el interruptor [OFF/ON] en [OFF].ªGrabación en una cinta≥Ajuste a

LSQT0974 AF1105Mk0 ( 50 A )© 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporatio

9LSQT0974Playback modePlaying back tape ........... 43Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback ......