R Operating Instructions Digital Video Camera Model No. NV-GS22EB NV-GS33EB Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT0H66-1 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. AC Adaptor The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor. 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 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 -2- Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-GS22 and NV-GS33. The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions show model NV-GS33, 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. All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks of their respective corporations. 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- Contents Information for Your Safety.............................. 2 Playback Mode Playing Back a Tape ..................................... Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back....... Slow Motion Playback ................................... Still Playback/Still Advance Playback............ Index Search Functions................................. Playback Zoom Function ............................... Playback Digital Effect Functions .................. Playing Back on Your TV .............................. 29 29 30 30 30 31 32 32 Before Use Standard Accessories...................................... 5 Optional Accessories....................................... 5 Controls and Components............................... 5 The Remote Controller .................................... 8 Power Supply .................................................. 9 Charging Time and Available Recording Time ............................................................ 10 The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt .............. 10 Attaching the Lens Cap ................................. 11 Attaching the Shoulder Strap......................... 11 Inserting a Cassette....................................... 12 Turning on the Movie Camera ....................... 12 Selecting Modes ............................................ 12 Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor ................ 12 Using the Menu Screen ................................. 14 List of Menus ................................................. 14 Setting Date and Time................................... 15 Internal Lithium Battery Recharge ................. 16 LP Mode ........................................................ 16 Audio Recording Mode .................................. 16 Editing Mode Audio Dubbing............................................... Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette...................................................... Using the DV Cable for Recording ................ Using as a Web Camera or with DV STUDIO ................................................ 34 34 35 35 Others Indications ..................................................... Initializing the Modes ..................................... Warning/Alarm Indications ............................ Notes and Hints............................................. Cautions for Use............................................ Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) ........................... Explanation of Terms .................................... 36 37 37 37 41 44 46 Recording Mode About Recording............................................ Recording on a Tape ..................................... Photoshot ...................................................... 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.................................. 17 17 18 19 19 19 20 20 21 21 22 22 22 22 23 23 24 25 25 25 26 Specifications Specifications ................................................ 48 Index.............................................................. 49 -4- 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 -74) Free Style Remote Controller with Mic -85) Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord -116) AV Cable -327) S-Video Cable -338) Shoulder Strap -119) USB Connection Kit (USB Cable and CD-ROM) 10) Cleaning Cloth Optional Accessories 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) AC Adaptor (VW-AD10B) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGA-DU07/680mAh) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGA-DU14/1360mAh) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGA-DU21/2040mAh) 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) Snow & Rain Jacket (VW-SJGS55E) DV Cable (VW-CD1E) DV Editing Software with DV Interface Board (VW-DTM41E) 17) DV Editing Software (VW-DTM40E) Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries. Standard Accessories Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Movie Camera. 1) 2) Controls and Components ª Movie Camera K2GJ2DZ00017 VSK0651 RJA0053-3X CGA-DU07 3) 4) 5) VGQ7304 N2QAGC000018 N2QCBD000030 VGQ7697 6) 7) 8) (1)(2) (3) (4) K2KC4CB00009 K2KC4CB00008 VFC3506 COLOUR NIGHT VIEW SOFT SKIN STILL ENTER FADE TELE MACRO (5) (6) MULTI/ P-IN-P i MENU 9) 10) (7) (8) VFA0425 VFC3778 S REC s BACK LIGHT (14) 1) AC Adaptor, DC Input Lead and AC Mains Lead -92) Battery Pack -9- (9)(10)(11)(12)(13) (1) LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN4] -13- -5- Before Use (2) LCD Monitor -13-, -44- 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) Colour Night View Button [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW] -22(4) Soft Skin Button [SOFT SKIN] -22(5) Tele Macro Button [TELE MACRO] -20(6) Multi Button [MULTI] -27Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] -27(7) Recording Check Button [S] -17- (24) (25) (26) (29) S-VIDEO OUT (27) (28) REMOTE/MIC A/V OUT PHONES DV (PLUG IN POWER) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) Recording Button [REC] (Available only with NV-GS33) -35Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] -21Pause Button [;] -30Still Button [STILL] -18Fast Forward/Cue Button [5] -29Play Button [1] -29Enter Button [ENTER] -14Stop Button [] -29Fade Button [FADE] -21Rewind/Review Button [6] -29Menu Button [MENU] -14(21) (22) (30) (31) (32) (24) (25) (26) (27) (28) Cassette Holder Cassette Compartment Cover -12Speaker -29USB Socket [ ] -35S-Video Output Socket [S-VIDEO OUT] -33(29) White Balance Sensor -24Remote Control Sensor -9(30) Socket for Free Style Remote Controller with Mic [REMOTE] -18- (15) (16) (17) (18) (23) (19) (20) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) Lens Hood -44Recording Lamp -17Lens Microphone (built-in, stereo) -20-, -22Lock Button -11Lock Cover -11Accessory Shoe Accessories, such as a stereo microphone (VW-VMS2E; optional), are attached here. (22) Eyecup (23) Power LCD Button [POWER LCD] -13Power LCD Lamp -13- Microphone Socket [MIC] When connecting an external microphone or audio equipment to this socket, the built-in microphone does not operate. When connecting the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic to this socket and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate. -18When connecting the pin plug of the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic to this socket, plug it in as far as it goes. A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used. The microphone may make noises depending on the type of it. In this case, we recommend using the battery for the Movie Camera. (31) Audio-Video Output Socket [A/V OUT] -32Headphone Socket [ ...