User manual PANASONIC NV-GS11

R Operating Instructions Digital Video Camera Model No. NV-GS 8 EB NV-GS11EB NV-GS15EB Before use, please read these instructions completely. LSQT0782 A Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions. Information for Your Safety As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment. Movie Camera The rating plate is on the underside of the Movie Camera. AC Adaptor The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor. IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET. If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician. ª IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol Ó. Caution for AC mains lead For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse. If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG ª Before Use Connector Cover Remove the Connector Cover as follows. ª How to replace the Fuse Fuse Cover 1)Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver. 2)Replace the fuse and attach the Fuse Cover. Fuse -2- Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-GS8, NV-GS11, and NV-GS15. The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions show model NV-GS15, however, parts of the explanation refer to different models. Depending on the model, some functions are not available. Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation U.S.A. SD Logo is a trademark. All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks of their respective corporations. Files recorded on a MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card It may not be possible to play back the files on this Movie Camera recorded on and created by other equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check the compatibility of the equipment in advance. Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Pages for reference Pages for reference are indicated by dashes either side of a number, for example: -00Use only the recommended accessories. ª WARNING Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. ª Carefully observe copyright laws. Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted. The Movie Camera uses copyright-protected technologies and is protected by the patented technologies and intellectual properties of Japan and the U.S. To use these copyright-protected technologies, authorization of the Macrovision Company is required. It is prohibited to disassemble or modify the Movie Camera. -3- formation for Your Safety.............................. 2 Recording Mode About Recording............................................ Recording on a Tape ..................................... Recording a Still Picture on a Tape (Photoshot) (NV-GS8/NV-GS11 only)......... Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot) (NV-GS15 only) ....................... Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light ............................................................ Quick Start..................................................... Self-timer Recording...................................... Zoom In/Out Functions .................................. Digital Zoom Function ................................... Image Stabilizer Function.............................. Fade In/Out Functions ................................... Backlight Compensation Function ................. Night View Functions..................................... Soft Skin Function ......................................... Wind Noise Reduction Function .................... Cinema Function ........................................... Recording in Special Situations..................... Recording in Natural Colours ........................ Adjusting White Balance Manually ................ Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment................ Manual Iris Adjustment .................................. Manual Focus Adjustment ............................. Digital Effect Functions.................................. 20 20 21 22 22 23 23 23 24 24 24 25 25 26 26 26 26 27 27 28 29 29 30 Before Use tandard Accessories...................................... 6 ptional Accessories....................................... 6 ontrols and Components............................... 7 he Remote Controller (supplied with NV-GS11 and NV-GS15) ....... 9 ower Supply ................................................ 10 harging Time and Available Recording Time ............................................................ 11 he Grip Belt ................................................. 12 e-attaching the Lens Cap............................ 12 ttaching the Shoulder Strap......................... 12 serting a Cassette....................................... 13 sing a Card (NV-GS15 only) ....................... 13 urning on the Movie Camera ....................... 14 electing Modes ............................................ 14 sing the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor ................ 14 sing the Menu Screen ................................. 15 ist of Menus ................................................. 16 etting Date and Time................................... 18 ternal Lithium Battery Recharge ................. 19 P Mode ........................................................ 19 udio Recording Mode .................................. 19 laying Back a Tape...................................... inding a Scene You Want to Play Back....... low Motion Playback (Remote Control only)................................. till Playback/Still Advance Playback............ dex Search Functions (Remote Control only)................................. layback Zoom Function (Remote Control only)................................. layback Digital Effect Functions .................. laying Back a Card (NV-GS15 only)............ lide Show (NV-GS15 only) .......................... reating a Title (NV-GS15 only).................... dding a Title (NV-GS15 only) ...................... riting Printing Data on a Card (NV-GS15 only)........................................... rotecting the Files on a Card (NV-GS15 only)........................................... eleting the Files Recorded on a Card (NV-GS15 only)........................................... ormatting a Card (NV-GS15 only) ............... laying Back on Your TV............................... 32 32 33 33 34 35 35 36 37 37 38 38 39 39 39 40 Recording from a Tape onto a Card (NV-GS15 only) .......................................... Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape (NV-GS15 only) .............................. Audio Dubbing (Remote Control only)................................. Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette...................................................... Using the DV Cable for Recording ................ 41 41 41 42 42 With a PC Importing still pictures onto a PC (NV-GS15 only) .......................................... 44 Using as a Web Camera or with DV STUDIO ................................................ 44 Using a Card in a Personal Computer (NV-GS15 only) .......................................... 44 Others Indications ..................................................... Initializing the Modes ..................................... Warning/Alarm Indications ............................ Notes and Hints............................................. Cautions for Use............................................ Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) ........................... Using the RESET button ............................... Explanation of Terms .................................... 46 47 47 48 53 57 59 59 Specifications Specifications ................................................ 61 Index.............................................................. 63 Before Use Before Use ª Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre For UK customers: 08705 357357 For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333 Visit our website for product information E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Technical Support for AV Software For callers in UK: 08701 505610 For callers in ROI: 0044 8701 505610 Direct Sales at Panasonic UK Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday­Friday 9:00am­ 5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays). Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. It couldn't be simpler! Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details. 3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery (supplied with NV-GS11 and NV-GS15) -8If you wish to operate NV-GS8 with a Remote Controller, consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. 4) Free Style Remote Controller -95) AV Cable -586) Shoulder Strap -127) SD Memory Card (supplied with NV-GS15) -13- 8) USB Connection Kit (USB Cable and CD-ROM) -44- Optional Accessories 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) AC Adaptor (VW-AD9B) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D08S/800mAh) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D16S/1600mAh) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGP-D28S/2800mAh) Car Battery Charger (VW-KBD2E) Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW2707N2E) Tele Conversion Lens (VW-LT2714N2E) ND Filter (VW-LND27E) MC Protector (VW-LMC27E) Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS2E) Video DC Light (VW-LDC10E) Light Bulb for Video DC Light (VZ-LL10E) Shoe Adaptor (VW-SK11E) Tripod (VW-CT45E) DV Cable (VW-CD1E) DV Editing Software with DV Interface Board (VW-DTM41E) 17) DV Editing Software (VW-DTM40E) The following is for the NV-GS15 model only. 18) SD Memory Card (RP-SD008/RP-SD016/RP-SD032/ RP-SD064/RP-SD128/RP-SDH256/ RP-SDH512) 19) MultiMediaCard (VW-MMC8E/VW-MMC16E) 20) PC Card Adaptor for SD Memory Card (BN-SDABPE) 21) USB Reader Writer for SD Memory Card (BN-SDCAPE) Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Standard Accessories Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Movie Camera. 1) VSK0581 LSJA0288 VJA0940 2) 3) 4) CGR-D08R N2QAGC000018 N2QCAD000002 5) 6) LSJA0280 VFC3506 7) 8) LSYF0546 1) AC Adaptor, DC Input Lead and AC Mains Lead -102) Battery Pack -11- -6- Before Use Controls and Components ª Movie Camera (7) Colour Night View Button [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW] -25(8) Soft Skin Button [SOFT SKIN] -26(9) Reset Button [RESET] -48-, -59(10) Multi Button [MULTI] -30-, -36(11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (18) (19) (20) (21) (20) (21) NV-GS15 (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) RESET (11) (12) (13) (14) (3) (15)(16)(17)(18)(19) Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] -31Speaker -32Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] -25Light Button [LIGHT] -22Card Access Lamp (NV-GS15 only) -13Pause Button [;] -33-, Still Button [STILL] -21Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] -32-, -36Play Button [1] -32-, -36Enter Button [ENTER] -15Stop Button [] -32-, -36Fade Button [FADE] -25Rewind/Review Button [6] -32-, -36Menu Button [MENU] -15Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] -20-, -26- (22) (23) (24) (25) NV-GS8/NV-GS11 (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) RESET (11) (12) (13) REC REVIEW (20) (21) (22) (23) (24) (25) Lens Hood -57Lens Microphone (built-in, stereo) -24-, -26Eyecup (15)(16)(17)(18)(19) (1) LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN4] -14(2) LCD Monitor -14-, -56- (26) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. (3) Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN] (NV-GS15 only) -13(4) Card Slot (NV-GS15 only) -13(5) Card Slot Cover (NV-GS15 only) -13(6) Recording Check Button [S] -21- (27) (30) (31) (28) (29) A/V OUT PHONES/ MIC REMOTE (32) (33) (26) Cassette Holder (27) Cassette Compartment Cover -13] -44(28) USB Socket [ Recording Button [REC] (Available only with NV-GS15) -43- -7- Before Use (29) DV Terminal [DV] (41) Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] -23Quick Start Recording Lamp -23(42) Recording Start/Stop Button -20(43) Power Switch [OFF/ON] -14-, -20-, -53(44) DC Input Socket [DC/C.C.IN] -10(45) (46) (Input function on NV-GS15 Model only) -43- Connect this to the digital video equipment (30) Built-in LED Video Light -22(31) White Balance Sensor -27Remote Control Sensor -10(32) Audio-Video Output Socket [A/V OUT] -40Socket for Free Style Remote Controller [REMOTE] Headphone Socket [PHONES] Connecting an AV Cable to this socket activates the Movie Camera's built-in speaker, but connecting a headphone, etc. deactivates it. When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this socket, plug it in as far as it goes. When connecting the pin plug of the Free style Remote Controller to this socket, plug it in as far as it goes. When using headphones, set [AV JACK] of the [INITIAL] sub-menu to [OUT/PHONES]. If you set [AV JACK] to [OUT], you may hear noises on the right. (33) Microphone Socket [MIC] When connecting an external microphone or audio equipment to this socket, the built-in microphone does not operate. (34)(35)(36)(37)(38) (47) (48) (49) (45) (46) (47) (48) (50) Shoulder Strap Holders -12Grip Belt -12Battery Holder S-Video Output Socket [S-VIDEO OUT] -40(49) Battery Release Lever [BATTERY RELEASE] -11(50) Tripod Receptacle Used for mounting the Movie Camera on an optional tripod. ª Remote Controller (supplied with NV-GS11 and NV-GS15) Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Movie Camera, most of the Movie Camera functions can be operated from a distance. (51) (52) (53) (54) DATE/ TIME PHOTO SHOT START/ STOP NV-GS8/ NV-GS15 NV-GS11 (39) (40) (41) (44) (42) (43) OSD DISPLAY RESET MULTI/ P-IN-P V TITLE ZOOM T sVOL r ¥REC A.DUB FF/ W (55) (56) /REW PLAY 6 1 5 W STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV E INDEX K SELECT ; STOP D INDEX L P.B. ZOOM VAR. SEARCH (34) Viewfinder -14-, -56- MENU STORE ENTER OFF/ON (57) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. (35) Eyepiece Corrector Knob -14(36) Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -21-, -22-, -41(37) Zoom Lever [W/T] [`VOL/JOG_] -23(38) Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] -13(39) Mode Dial -14(40) Power Lamp -14-, -20-, -32- P.B.DIGITAL (51) (52) (53) (54) (55) Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] -47Indication Output Button [OSD] -40Display Button [DISPLAY] -47Reset Button [RESET] -60Recording Button [¥REC] (Available only with NV-GS15)-43(56) Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -41(57) Cursor Buttons for Variable Speed Search Function [, ] -33Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Function [, , , ] -35- -8- Before Use ª Free Style Remote Controller OSD DATE/ TIME PHOTO SHOT START/ STOP DISPLAY RESET MULTI/ P-IN-P V TITLE ZOOM T sVOL r ¥REC A.DUB FF/W /REW PLAY (63) W (58) (59) (60) (61) (62) 6 1 5 STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV E INDEX K SELECT ; STOP D INDEX L P.B. ZOOM VAR. SEARCH MENU STORE ENTER OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL (64) (65) This controller allows the scene to be shot from various angles, high to low, and is also convenient when the Tripod is used. When the controller is not in use, attach the clip to the Grip Belt for convenience. This controller allows the Movie Camera to be for left-handed users. (77) (78) (79) (80) (58) Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward) -33(59) Index Search Buttons [:, 9] (:: reverse, 9: forward) -34(60) Selection Button [SELECT] -35(61) Store Button [STORE] -36(62) Off/On Button [OFF/ON] -35(63) Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL] -23-, -32-, -35(64) Variable Speed Search Button [VAR. SEARCH] -33(65) Menu Button [MENU] -15- (77) (78) (79) (80) Recording Start/Stop Button [REC] Zoom Lever [W/T] Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] Clip Insert the plug securely into the [REMOTE] Socket as far as it will goes. A loose connection will spoil normal operation. (66) (67) (68) (69) (70) (71) OSD DATE/ TIME PHOTO SHOT START/ STOP (72) (73) (74) (75) The Remote Controller (supplied with NV-GS11 and NV-GS15) ª Inserting a Button-type Battery Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button-type battery. 1 While pressing the Stopper 1, pull out the Battery Holder. DISPLAY RESET MULTI/ P-IN-P V TITLE ZOOM T sVOL r ¥REC A.DUB FF/W /REW PLAY 6 1 5 W STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV E INDEX K SELECT ; STOP D INDEX L P.B. ZOOM VAR. SEARCH MENU STORE ENTER OFF/ON P.B.DIGITAL (76) 1 (66) Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -22-, -41(67) Title Button [TITLE] -38(68) Multi-Picture/Picture-in-Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P] -30-, -36(69) Rewind/Review Button [6] -32-, -36(70) Pause Button [;] -33(71) Stop Button [] -32-, -36(72) Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] -20(73) Play Button [1] -32-, -36(74) Fast-forward/Cue Button [5] -32-, -36(75) Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] -35(76) Enter Button [ENTER] -15- 2 Insert the button-type battery with the (i) marking facing upward. 3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller. When the button-type battery is exhausted, replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about 1 year. However, it depends on operation frequency.) -9- Before Use Make sure to match the poles correctly when inserting the battery. Setup on the Movie Camera: Set [REMOTE] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to the T desired Remote Controller Mode. (-17-) Setup on the Remote Controller: 6 1 5 WARNING "THE LITHIUM BATTERY IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2025 MANUFACTURED BY PANASONIC). IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT MUST THEREFORE ONLY BE FITTED IN EQUIPMENT DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR ITS USE. REPLACEMENT BATTERIES MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MANUFACTURER. THEY MUST BE FITTED IN THE SAME MANNER AND LOCATION AS THE ORIGINAL BATTERY, WITH THE CORRECT POLARITY CONNECTIONS OBSERVED. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-CHARGE THE OLD BATTERY OR RE-USE IT FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE. IT SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF IN WASTE PRODUCTS DESTINED FOR BURIAL RATHER THAN INCINERATION." W STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV 2 E INDEX K SELECT ; STOP D INDEX L P.B. ZOOM 1 [VCR1]: Press the [D] Button and [] Button simultaneously. 1 [VCR2]: Press the [E] Button and [] Button simultaneously. 2 When the battery in the Remote Controller is replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode. Power Supply ª Using the AC Adaptor ª Using the Remote Controller 1 Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor (31) of the Movie Camera and press an appropriate button. 1 1 2 3 1 Connect the DC Input Lead to the [DC/C.C.IN] Socket on the Movie Camera. 15° 15° (31) 2 Connect the DC Input Lead to the AC Adaptor. 15° 15° 3 Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor and the AC mains socket. The AC Mains Lead's outlet plug does not fit entirely into the AC Adaptor socket. A gap will remain as shown 1. Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Movie Camera to [OFF] and make sure that Power Lamp is not lit. Distance from the Movie Camera: Within approximately 5 metres Angle: Within approximately 15o in the vertical and horizontal directions from the central axis The above operating ranges are for indoor use. Outdoors or under strong light, the Movie Camera may not operate properly even within the above ranges. Selecting Remote Controller Modes When 2 Movie Cameras are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Controller Modes. If the Remote Controller Mode of the Movie Camera and that of the Remote Controller do not match, [REMOTE] Indication is displayed. -10- Before Use ª Using the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. We recommend using Panasonic's Battery. We cannot guarantee the quality of this Movie Camera when batteries of other companies are used. 1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it. ª Using the Car Battery Charger (optional) If you use the Car Battery Charger (VW-KBD2E; optional), you can supply power to the Movie Camera and charge the battery inside your car. For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the Car Battery Charger. Be sure to start the car engine before you connect the Car Adaptor Cord, otherwise the fuse may blow. For other notes concerning this item, see -48-. Charging Time and Available Recording Time Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Input Lead is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor. The [POWER] Lamp and [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging starts. When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed. When charging the overdischarged battery, the [CHARGE] lamp blinks at first, but the battery is charged normally. When the temperature of the battery is too high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual. 2 Attach the charged Battery to the Movie Camera. NV-GS8/NV-GS11/NV-GS15 CGR-D08R A 1h CGR-D08S B 2h10min. (1h45min.) C 1h5min. (55min.) CGR-D16S A 2h B 4h20min. (3h30min.) C 2h10min. (1h45min.) CGP-D28S A 3h15min. B 7h40min. (6h) C 3h50min. (3h) A Charging Time B Maximum Continuous Recording Time C Intermittent Recording Time (Intermittent Recording Time is the available recording time with repeated recording and stopping actions.) "1h10min." indicates 1 hour and 10 minutes. Battery CGR-D08R is supplied. The times shown in the table are approximate times. The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewfinder is used. The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is used. In actual use, the available recording time may be shorter. The times shown in the table are for continuous recording at a temperature of 25oC and humidity of 60%. If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer. The available recording time becomes shorter if you use both of Viewfinder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when using the Colour Night View function, rotating the LCD Monitor frontward to record yourself or setting [EVF ON/AUTO] to [ON]. To Remove the Battery Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (43) to [OFF], and while sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] Lever (49), slide the Battery to remove it. When attaching or removing Battery, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and make sure the [POWER] Lamp is not lit. (43) (49) -11- Before Use The Grip Belt ª To Use as a Grip Belt Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. 1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt. When you are not recording, be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection. 2 1 2 2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand. When you remove the Lens Cap, press the knobs firmly. 3 Reattach the Grip Belt. Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out of doors to record so as to avoid dropping the Movie Camera. 1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Movie Camera. Re-attaching the Lens Cap To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap. 1 The Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord comes preattached to the Grip Belt. 2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap, run it through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster, and pull it. Pull it out more than 2 cm 1 from the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off. 2 Pass the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Lens Cap. Then pass the Lens Cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight. 1 Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way. When not using the Lens Cap, pull the Lens Cap Cord in the direction of the arrow. 1 -12- Before Use Inserting a Cassette 1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever (38) toward the front and pull down to fully open the Cassette Compartment Cover. To protect the tape, if the cover is not fully opened, the cassette cannot be ejected. OPEN/ EJECT Using a Card (NV-GS15 only) A Card can be used to record pictures. Before inserting or removing a Card, be sure to turn off the Movie Camera. Otherwise, the Movie Camera may not function properly or it may cause the loss of recorded data in a Card. (38) ª Inserting a Card 1 Slide the [OPEN] Lever (3) to open the Card Slot Cover (5). 2 Insert a Cassette. (3) (5) OPEN 2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut 3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark 1. (4) corner facing right 1, insert it into the Card Slot (4). 1 PUSH 1 3 Close the Card Slot Cover (5) securely. 4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover. Removing the Card Open the Card Slot Cover and press the centre of the Card and then pull it straight out. After removing the Card, close the Card Slot Cover. The Movie Camera may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted. ª Accidental Erasure Prevention Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 on the cassette (by sliding it to the [SAVE] arrow direction) prevents recording. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow direction). ª Card Access Lamp (14) RESET (14) 1 REC SAVE For other notes concerning this item, see -48-. While the Movie Camera is accessing the Card (reading, recording, playback or erasing), Card Access Lamp lights up. While Card Access Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Movie Camera, or to turn the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the Card, and recorded data, and cause the Movie Camera to malfunction. -13- Before Use Turning on the Movie Camera ª How to Turn on the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (43) to [ON] while pressing the button 1. The [POWER] Lamp (40) lights up. (40) Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor ª Using the Viewfinder Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read. 1 Pull the Viewfinder. (43) 1 2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob (35). ª How to Turn off the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch (43) to [OFF] while pressing the button 1. (43) (35) 12:30:45 12:30:45 15.10.2004 15.10.2004 12:30:45 15.10.2004 1 Selecting Modes You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial. 1 Rotate the Mode Dial (39). To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the LCD Monitor Set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON]. The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD Monitor is opened. When you turn the Movie Camera off, this setting is cancelled. ª Using the LCD Monitor (39) NV-GS15 NV-GS8/NV-GS11 :Tape Recording Mode Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape. NV-GS15 only: Also, you can record still pictures on the card simultaneously during recording on a tape. :Tape Playback Mode Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape. :Card Recording Mode (NV-GS15 only) Use this mode when recording still pictures on a card. :Picture Playback Mode (NV-GS15 only) Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card. PC :PC Mode (NV-GS15 only) Use this mode when you want to connect the Movie Camera to your Personal Computer. With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it. 1 Put a finger on the [OPEN4] Knob (1) and pull the LCD Monitor (2) out in the direction of the arrow. The Viewfinder is deactivated. The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum of 120o. If you open the LCD monitor by 120o, it becomes convenient to operate menus or to play back pictures. (2) (1) -14- Before Use 2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle. The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180o 1 from the vertical position upwards and a maximum of 90o 2 to the downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor beyond these ranges will damage the Movie Camera. Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Movie Camera displays various function setups on Menus. When operating the menu with the Viewfinder, set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or rotate the LCD monitor by 180o. 1 Press the [MENU] Button (20). (20) 1180o 290o The Menu corresponding to the Mode selected by using the Mode Dial (39) is displayed. Closing the LCD Monitor Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked. Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed (NV-GS15 only). ª Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level When [LCD/EVF SET] on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu is set to [YES], the following items are displayed. LCD/EVF SETUP 1LCD BRIGHTNESS [-]||||----[+] LCD COLOUR LEVEL [-]||||----[+] BRIGHTNESS [-]||||----[+] (39) EVF ;/:SELECT &/%:SETUP !/MENU:EXIT LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS] Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen. LCD Colour Level [LCD COLOUR LEVEL] Adjusts the colour saturation of the image on the LCD screen. Brightness of the Viewfinder [EVF BRIGHTNESS] Adjusts the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder. To Adjust Press the [;/] Button and select the item to be adjusted, and then press the [6/5] Button to raise or lower the number of vertical bars in the Bar Indication. A larger number of vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or colour saturation. For other notes concerning this item, see -56. NV-GS8/ NV-GS11 2 Press the [;/] Button to select a desired Sub-Menu. Press the [;/] Button to display the highlighted item. 3 Press the [5] Button to display the selected Sub-Menu. 4 Press the [;/] Button to select the item. 5 Press the [5] Button to display the selected item. 6 Press the [;/] Button to select the desired mode and press [ENTER] Button to determine the setting. While a Menu is displayed, you cannot record or play back. Menus can be displayed during playback but not during recording. The above operations can be done using the [MENU] Button, [, , , ] Buttons and [ENTER] Button on the Remote Controller (supplied with NV-GS11 and NV-GS15). (-8-) NV-GS15 To Return the Previous Screen Press the [6] Button. To Exit the Menu Screen Press the [MENU] Button again. About the Menu Mode Setting The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Movie Camera is turned off. However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Movie Camera, the selected setup may not be retained. (The setups of [EFFECT2] (-30-) are not retained.) -15- Menu operation flow is shown in this text by >>. Before Use ª File Selection in the Picture Playback Mode (NV-GS15 only) A File Selection Operation may be necessary during Menu Operations. In this case, carry out the following procedure. 1 Press the [;//6/5] Button and select a file. The selected file is marked by a frame. PICTURE No.25 100-0012 2 Press the [ENTER] Button (17) to confirm the selection of the file. After the above File Selection Procedure, carry out the various Menu Operations. (The above procedure will not be repeated in the following instructions.) List of Menus The figures of the Menus are for explanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus. ª [TAPE RECORDING MENU] NV-GS15 TAPE RECORDING MENU CAMERA !PROG.AE SIS DIGITAL D.ZOOM CARD SELF TIMER RECORDING USB FUNCTION DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL ;/:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT Tape Recording Mode NV-GS8/ NV-GS11 TAPE RECORDING MENU CAMERA !PROG.AE SIS DIGITAL D.ZOOM RECORDING SHTR EFFECT DISPLAY SELF TIMER LCD/EVF INITIAL USB FUNCTION ;/:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT 1) [CAMERA] Camera Setup Sub-Menu [PROG.AE] Auto Exposure Mode -26[SIS] Image Stabilizer -24[D.ZOOM] Digital Zoom -24[SHTR EFFECT] (NV-GS8 and NV-GS11 only) Shutter Effect -21You can add a sound like releasing the shutter. [SELF TIMER] Self-timer Recording -23[USB FUNCTION] USB Functions Mode -44- If you press [6] Button, the menu changes back to the previous screen. 2) [DIGITAL] Digital Setup Sub-Menu [EFFECT1] Digital Effects 1 -30[EFFECT2] Digital Effects 2 -30[MULTI MODE] Multi-Picture Mode -30[TITLE IN] (NV-GS15 only) Adding a Title -383) [CARD] (NV-GS15 only) Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY] Picture Quality -22[CREATE TITLE] Title Creation -374) [RECORDING] Recording Setup Sub-Menu [REC SPEED] Recording Speed Mode -19[AUDIO REC] Audio Recording Mode -19[SCENE INDEX] Scene Index Mode -34[WIND CUT] Wind Noise Reduction -26[ZOOM MIC] Zoom Microphone -24[CINEMA] Cinema-like Format Recording -265) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu [DISPLAY] Display Mode -47[DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -47[C.DISPLAY] Counter Display Mode -47[C.RESET] Counter Reset -60It resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot reset the Time Code. 6) [LCD/EVF] LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -15[SELF REC] Recording Yourself -20[EVF ON/AUTO] Using the Viewfinder -147) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub-Menu [BLANK SEARCH] Blank Search -21- -16- Before Use [DEMO MODE] Demonstration Mode If no operation takes place for approximately 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Movie Camera and the [OFF/ON] Switch is turned to [ON] without inserting a Cassette or a Card, the Movie Camera is automatically set to Demonstration Mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the Demonstration Mode is cancelled. The Demonstration Mode can be started by setting [DEMO MODE] to [ON] and by exiting the Menu. To terminate the Demonstration Mode, insert a Cassette or set the [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. [AV JACK] AV Socket -58[REMOTE] Remote Controller Mode -10[BEEP SOUND] Beep Sound -48[CLOCK SET] Date and Time Setting -18[INITIAL SET] Initial Setting Mode -47[TITLE IN] (NV-GS15 only) Adding a Title -383) [CARD] (NV-GS15 only) Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY] Picture Quality -22[CREATE TITLE] Title Creation -374) [RECORDING] Recording Setup Sub-Menu [REC SPEED] Recording Speed Mode -19[AUDIO REC] Audio Recording Mode -195) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu All of the items on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE RECORDING MENU] Main-Menu. 6) [LCD/EVF] Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -15[EVF ON/AUTO] Using the Viewfinder -147) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub-Menu [BLANK SEARCH] Blank Search -21[AV JACK] AV Socket -58[REMOTE] Remote Controller Mode -10[BEEP SOUND] Beep Sound -48- ª [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] NV-GS15 TAPE PLAYBACK MENU PLAYBACK !SEARCH DIGITAL 12bit AUDIO CARD AUDIO OUT RECORDING USB FUNCTION DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL ;/:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT Tape Playback Mode NV-GS8/ NV-GS11 TAPE PLAYBACK MENU PLAYBACK !SEARCH 12bit AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUT RECORDING DISPLAY USB FUNCTION LCD/EVF INITIAL ª [CARD RECORDING MENU] (NV-GS15 only) CARD RECORDING MENU CAMERA !PROG.AE SHTR EFFECT DIGITAL SELF TIMER CARD DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL Card Recording Mode ;/:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT 1) [PLAYBACK] Playback Functions Sub-Menu [SEARCH] Index Search Mode -34[12bit AUDIO] Audio Selector -42[AUDIO OUT] Audio Output Mode -52[USB FUNCTION] USB Functions Mode -442) [DIGITAL] Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu [EFFECT ON] Digital Effect On/Off -35[EFFECT SEL] Digital Effect Selection -35- ;/:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT 1) [CAMERA] Camera Setup Sub-Menu [PROG.AE] Auto Exposure Mode -26[SHTR EFFECT] Shutter Effect -49You can add a sound like releasing the shutter. [SELF TIMER] Self-timer Recording -232) [DIGITAL] Digital Setup Sub-Menu -17- Before Use [TITLE IN] Adding a Title -383) [CARD] Card Setup Sub-Menu [PICT QUALITY] Picture Quality -22[CREATE TITLE] Title Creation -37[BURST MODE] Continuous Photoshot -224) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu [DISPLAY] Display Mode -47[DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication -475) [LCD/EVF] Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level All of the items on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE RECORDING MENU]. 6) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub-Menu [AV JACK] AV Socket -58[REMOTE] Remote Controller Mode -10[BEEP SOUND] Beep Sound -48[CLOCK SET] Date and Time Setting -18[INITIAL SET] Initial Setting Mode -47[CARD FORMAT] Formatting a Card -393) [DIGITAL] Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu [TITLE IN] Adding a Title -384) [DISPLAY] Display Setup Sub-Menu All of the items on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE RECORDING MENU]. 5) [LCD/EVF] Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level [LCD/EVF SET] LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -15[EVF ON/AUTO] Using the Viewfinder -146) [INITIAL] Initial Setup Sub-Menu [AV JACK] AV Socket -58[REMOTE] Remote Controller Mode -10- Setting Date and Time Since the internal clock of the Movie Camera has a slight imprecision, make sure to check the time before recording. (20) ª [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] (NV-GS15 only) PICTURE DELETE EDITING DIGITAL DISPLAY LCD/EVF INITIAL PLAYBACK MENU !FILE BY SEL ALL FILES TITLE BY SEL Picture Playback Mode 1 Set [INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. CLOCK SET 1YEAR MONTH DAY HOUR MIN. 2004 10 8 14 30 ;/:SELECT ;/:SELECT %:NEXT MENU:EXIT &/%:SETUP !/MENU:EXIT 1) [DELETE] Deleting a File Sub-Menu [FILE BY SEL] Selecting and Deleting a File -39[ALL FILES] Deleting All Files -39[TITLE BY SEL] Selecting and Deleting a Title -392) [EDITING] Editing a File Sub-Menu [FILE LOCK] Setting the Lock -39[DPOF SET] Setting DPOF -38- 2 Press the [;/] Button to select [YEAR], [MONTH], [DAY], [HOUR] or [MIN.] and press the [6/5] Button to set it to the desired value. Year will cycle in the order shown below. 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ... 3 Press the [MENU] Button (20) to finish setting the date and time. The clock operation starts from [00] second. If the built-in battery is weak, the [0] Indication flashes. In this case, charge the built-in battery. The clock uses the 24-hour system. -18- Before Use Internal Lithium Battery Recharge The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock. When the [0] Indication flashes, the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion. High sound-quality recording is possible with "16 bit 48 kHz 2 track" Mode. With the "12 bit 32 kHz 4 track" Mode, the original sound can be recorded on 2 tracks in stereo, while the other 2 tracks can be used for Audio Dubbing. 1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Movie Camera with the power turned off and then connect to the AC Mains socket. 1 2 3 After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium battery can power the clock for approximately 3 months. WARNING THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER. LP Mode A desired recording speed can be selected with [REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu. If LP Mode is selected, the recording time becomes 1.5 times longer than that of SP Mode. Although the image quality does not decrease with the LP Mode recording, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image, or some normal functions may be restricted. The contents that are recorded in LP Mode are not completely compatible with other equipment. Audio dubbing is not possible with LP Mode. (-41-)