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)( ...