Operating Instructions Digital Video Camera Model No. NV-GS90 Before use, please read these instructions completely. EB LSQT1291 B 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. 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-ampere and that 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 dealer. The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red. WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW. THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF--KEEP DRY. Before use Remove the connector cover. How to replace the fuse The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug. 1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver. CAUTION! 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. Figure A Figure B Fuse cover If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician. 2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover. IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: Figure A Fuse (5 ampere) Figure B Fuse (5 ampere) 2 LSQT1291 Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Operating instructions 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: -00The menu operation flow is indicated by >> in the description. Use only the recommended accessories. Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. When you use the cable which are sold separately, please make sure to use the one whose length is less than 3 meters. CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT'S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS. DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT. DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER. 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. U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units. 3 LSQT1291 Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. 4 LSQT1291 Contents Caution for AC mains lead ....................................2 Information for Your Safety ...................................3 Playback mode Playing back tape................................................32 Frame-by-frame playback ...................................33 Playback on TV ...................................................33 Before using Accessories...........................................................6 Optional.................................................................6 Parts identification and handling ...........................7 The grip belt ..........................................................8 Using the lens cover .............................................9 Power supply ........................................................9 Charging time and recordable time .....................11 Selecting a mode (Turning the camera on/off)..............................11 Setting date and time ..........................................13 Using the LCD monitor........................................13 Using the viewfinder............................................14 Quick start ...........................................................14 Inserting/removing a cassette .............................15 How to use the joystick .......................................16 Help mode...........................................................17 Switching the language.......................................18 Using the menu screen .......................................18 Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder .......................19 Recording with the built-in LED video light .........19 Edit mode Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR (Dubbing)..........................................................34 Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing)...............................................35 Using the movie camera as a Web Camera ....................................................35 Using on Macintosh.............................................36 Notes...................................................................37 Menu Menu list..............................................................38 Menus related to taking pictures .........................39 Menus related to playback ..................................39 Other menus .......................................................39 Others Indications ...........................................................40 Warning/alarm indications...................................41 Functions cannot be used simultaneously ..........42 Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)..................................42 Cautions for Use .................................................45 Explanation of terms ...........................................49 Record mode Check before recording.......................................20 Recording on a tape............................................21 Recording check .................................................21 Blank search function..........................................22 Recording a still picture on a tape (Photoshot).......................................................22 Zoom in/out function ...........................................23 Recording yourself ..............................................24 Backlight compensation function ........................24 Colour night view function ...................................25 Soft skin mode ....................................................25 Fade in/fade out function ....................................26 Wind noise reduction function .............................26 Wide/4:3 function ................................................27 Image stabilizer function .....................................27 Guideline function ...............................................27 Auto slow shutter mode ......................................28 Recording in various situations (Scene mode)...................................................28 Recording in natural colours (White balance) ................................................29 Manual focus adjustment ....................................30 Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment ........31 Specifications Specifications ......................................................50 Index ...................................................................51 5 LSQT1291 Before using Before using ª Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 For customers within the Republic of lreland: 01 289 8333 Visit our website for product information E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Technical Support for AV Software For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3869 For customers within the Republic of lreland: 01 289 8333 Direct 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Accessories The followings are the accessories supplied with this product. 1) VSK0698 K2GJ2DC00015 or K2GJ2DC00011 K2CT3CA00004 2) 3) LSSB0017 K2KC4CB00022 or K2KC4CB00020 1) AC adaptor, DC input lead, AC mains lead -10- 2) Battery pack -9The supplied battery pack is not available as spare part, see the list of optional batteries below for alternative battery. 3) AV cable -33-, -34- Optional 1) Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG130/1320 mAh) 2) Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG260/2640 mAh) 3) Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG6*/5800 mAh) 4) Battery pack holder kit (VW-VH04) 5) Shoe adaptor (VW-SK12E) 6) Video DC light (VW-LDC102E) 7) Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E) 8) Tripod ( ...