Digital Video Camera Model No. NV-GS1B NV-GS3B NV-GS4B NV-GS5B Operating Instructions NV-GS1 NV-GS3 NV-GS4 NV-GS5 Card DV In AV In Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT9670 Dear Customer, Before Use 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 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. 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. 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 5ampere 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 IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET. ª Before Use Remove the Connector Cover as follows. Connector Cover ª How to replace the Fuse 1) Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver. 2) Replace the fuse and attach the Fuse Cover. Fuse Cover Fuse Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-GS1, NV-GS3, NV-GS4 and NV-GS5. The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions show model NV-GS5, 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 or registered trademarks of their respective corporations. Files recorded on a MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card (NV-GS4/GS5 only) 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. Pages for reference Pages for reference are indicated with an arrow, for example: (l 00) Use 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. 2 Contents Before Use Information for Your Safety ................................................. 2 Contents .............................................................................. 3 Standard Accessories ......................................................... 4 Optional Accessories........................................................... 4 Controls and Components................................................... 5 Remote Controller ............................................................... 7 Power Supply ...................................................................... 9 Charging Time and Available Recording Time.................... 9 Lens Cap and Grip Belt ..................................................... 10 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ............................................ 10 Inserting a Cassette .......................................................... 10 Turning on the Movie Camera and Selecting Modes ........ 11 Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor .................................... 11 Using the Menu Screen..................................................... 12 List of Menus ..................................................................... 13 Setting Date and Time....................................................... 16 Internal Lithium Battery Recharge..................................... 16 LP Mode ............................................................................ 16 Audio Recording Mode...................................................... 16 CARD Mode Using a Card...................................................................... 33 Recording on a Card.......................................................... 33 Playing Back a Card .......................................................... 36 Recording Pictures on a Card to a Tape ........................... 37 Slide Show......................................................................... 38 Editing a Slide Show.......................................................... 38 Creating a Title .................................................................. 39 Adding a Title..................................................................... 39 Protecting the Files on a Card ........................................... 40 Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card.............................. 40 Formatting a Card.............................................................. 41 Writing Printing Data on a Card ......................................... 41 Others Indications.......................................................................... 42 Owner ID............................................................................ 43 Warning/Alarm Indications................................................. 43 Notes and Hints ................................................................. 43 Cautions for Use ................................................................ 48 Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) ........ 50 Explanation of Terms......................................................... 52 Specifications..................................................................... 53 Index .................................................................................. 54 CAMERA Mode Recording .......................................................................... 17 Photoshot .......................................................................... 18 Zoom In/Out Functions...................................................... 18 Digital Zoom Function ....................................................... 19 Image Stabilizer Function.................................................. 19 Fade In/Out Functions....................................................... 19 Cinema Function ............................................................... 20 Backlight Compensation Function..................................... 20 Colour Night View Function............................................... 20 Quick Start......................................................................... 20 Wind Noise Reduction Function ........................................ 21 Recording in Special Situations......................................... 21 Recording in Natural Colours ............................................ 21 Adjusting White Balance Manually .................................... 22 Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment.................................... 23 Manual Iris Adjustment...................................................... 23 Manual Focus Adjustment................................................. 23 Digital Effect Functions...................................................... 24 VCR Mode Playing Back...................................................................... 26 Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back........................... 26 Slow Motion Playback ....................................................... 27 Still Playback/Still Advance Playback................................ 27 Finding the End of Recording............................................ 27 Index Search Functions..................................................... 28 Playback Zoom Function................................................... 28 Playback Digital Effect Functions ...................................... 29 Playing Back on Your TV .................................................. 30 Audio Dubbing................................................................... 30 Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette ...................... 31 Recording the Contents of Other Equipment .................... 31 Using the DV Cable for Recording .................................... 32 Personal Computer Connection Kit ................................... 32 USB Connection Kit........................................................... 32 3 Standard Accessories 1) Illustrated on the left are accessories supplied with the Movie Camera. 1) AC Adaptor, DC Input Lead and AC Mains Lead (l 9) 2) Battery Pack (l 9) 3) Remote Controller and Button-Type Battery (l 7, 8) 4) Free Style Controller (l 7) 5) Lens Cap (l 10) 6) AV Cable (l 30, 31) 7) Shoulder Strap (l 10) 8) SD Memory Card (NV-GS4/GS5 only) (l 33) l 9) USB Connection Kit (NV-GS4/GS5 only) (l 32) l K2GJ2DZ00014 VJA0940 VSK0581A 2) Optional Accessories CGR-D08R 1) AC Adaptor (VW-AD9B) 2) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D08S/CGR-D120/800mAh) 3) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGP-D14S/CGP-D210/1400mAh) 4) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D16S/CGR-D220/1600mAh) 5) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGP-D28S/CGP-D320/2800mAh) 6) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGR-D53S/CGR-D815/5300mAh) 7) Car Battery Charger (VW-KBD2E) 8) Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW3007E) 9) Tele Conversion Lens (VW-LT3014E) 10) ND Filter (VW-LND30E) 11) MC Protector (VW-LMC30E) 12) Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS2E) 13) Shoe Adaptor (VW-SK11E) 14) Tripod (VZ-CT55E) 15) Tripod with Remote Controller (VZ-CTR1E) 16) Editing Controller (VW-EC500E/VW-EC1E) 17) Personal Computer Connection Kit (VW-DTA10B/VW-DTA9E) 18) Edit Cable (VW-K8E) 19) Edit Terminal Conversion Adaptor (VW-CE1E) 20) DV Cable (VW-CD1E) 21) DV Editing Software with DV Interface Board (VW-DTM21E) 22) DV Editing Software with DV Interface Card (VW-DTM22E) 23) DV Editing Software (VW-DTM20E) 24) Internet Videophone Software (VW-DTC1E) The following is for the NV-GS4/GS5 models only. 25) SD Memory Card Application Software (VW-SWA1E) "TitleStudio" software for title creation, and "SD-Jukebox" software for recording music are included. (However, this Movie Camera cannot play back music.) 26) MultiMediaCard (VW-MMC8E/VW-MMC16E) 27) SD Memory Card (RP-SD008/RP-SD016/RP-SD032/RP-SD064) 28) PC Card Adaptor for SD Memory Card (BN-SDABPE) 29) USB Reader Writer for SD Memory Card (BN-SDCAPE) Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. 3) CR2025 4) N2QAEC000003 N2QCAD000001 5) VYF2841 VGQ5327 6) K2KC4CB00002 7) VFC3506 8) NV-GS4/GS5 VFA0353 9) NV-GS4/GS5 Order accessory and consumable items for all Audio Visual Products with ease and confidence either by telephoning our Customer Care Centre on 08705 357357 Mon­Friday 9:00am­5:30pm Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. All enquires transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. It couldn't be simpler! VFA0363 VFF0154 (NV-GS4) VFF0155 (NV-GS5) 4 Cont ...