Panasonic PVGS250 Instructions d'exploitation

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. LSQT0862 AFor USA assistance, please call: 1-800-21

Before using10LSQT0862Quick Guideª Charging the battery1 Connect the AC main lead to the AC adaptor and the AC main socket.2 Put the battery on the ba

Before using11LSQT0862ª How to turn off the power1 While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].ªRecording on a tape≥Set to Tape Reco

Before using12LSQT0862Before usingAccessoriesThe following are the accessories supplied with this product.1) AC adaptor, DC cable, AC cable -17-2) Bat

Before using13LSQT0862(14) Viewfinder -16-, -77-(15)Battery holder(16) Battery eject button [PUSH BATT] -17-(17)Power switch [OFF/ON] -20-(18)Power la

Before using14LSQT0862(41) Tripod receptacleThis is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instru

Before using15LSQT0862The one-touch free-style grip beltª To use as a hand strapIf you use the grip belt as a hand strap, then you can carry or handle

Before using16LSQT0862Using the viewfinderª Extending the viewfinder1 Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by pulling the extension knob.ªLifting up

Before using17LSQT0862ª Connecting to the AC outlet1Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC jack.2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.3

Before using18LSQT0862Inserting/removing a cassette1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover.≥When the cover is fully opened, the cas

Before using19LSQT0862Inserting/removing a cardBefore inserting/removing a card, be sure to turn the power [OFF].≥If the card is inserted or removed w

2LSQT0862Things You Should KnowThank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market

Before using20LSQT0862Turning the Camcorder onWhen the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not

Before using21LSQT08622) Tape recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL]) 3) Tape playback mode4) Card recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/F

Before using22LSQT0862Using the menu screenFor each individual menu, please refer to -62-.1 Press the [MENU] button.≥The menu corresponding to the mod

Before using23LSQT0862Setting date and timeIf the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording M

Before using24LSQT0862ª In order to increase the brightness of the entire LCD monitor1Press the [POWER LCD] button.≥The [POWER LCD] lamp lights up.≥If

Before using25LSQT0862(14) Recording start/stop button [START/STOP] ¢(15) Playback button [1] (16) Fast forward/cue button [5](17) Enter button [ENTER

Before using26LSQT0862Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration MicThis controller can be used from different high and low angles. It is also handy whe

Record mode27LSQT0862Record modeCheck before recordingCheck the following by a trial recording before important events such as weddings in order to ve

Record mode28LSQT0862Recording on a tape≥Remove the lens cap. (-14-)(When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white bal

Record mode29LSQT0862Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tapeYou can record still pictures while recording image onto a ta

3LSQT0862FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rul

Record mode30LSQT0862Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot) ≥Set to Card Recording Mode.1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway in order to

Record mode31LSQT0862ª Select the size of still pictures to be recorded on a card1Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select the desired pict

Record mode32LSQT0862ª To use the zoom microphone functionInterlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will clearly capture sounds far away

Record mode33LSQT0862Backlight compensation functionThis protects a backlit subject from being darkened.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Press the j

Record mode34LSQT0862Tele-macro functionBy focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. This Camcorder can f

Record mode35LSQT0862Using the built-in flashUse the built-in flash in order to record still pictures in dark places.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

Record mode36LSQT0862Self-timer recordingYou can record still pictures on a card using the timer.≥Set to Card Recording Mode.1 Set [BASIC] >> [S

Record mode37LSQT0862RapidFire Consecutive PhotoshotRecords still pictures continuously at a certain interval.≥Set to Card Recording Mode.1 Set [BASIC

Record mode38LSQT0862ª To cancel the scene mode functionSet [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUT

Record mode39LSQT0862ª To set the white balance manuallySelect [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white subject on the entire screen, move the joyst

4LSQT0862IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not

Record mode40LSQT0862Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentShutter SpeedAdjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. When recording people outdoor

Playback mode41LSQT0862Playback modePlaying back tape≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.1 Operate with joystick.1/;: Playback/Pause6: Rewind/Review playback (

Playback mode42LSQT0862Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Slow-motion playback can only be performed by using th

Playback mode43LSQT0862Playback on TVImages recorded by this Camcorder can be played back on a TV.≥Insert a recorded tape into this Camcorder.1 Connec

Playback mode44LSQT0862ª To display multiple playback filesMultiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are displayed.1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever t

Playback mode45LSQT0862Formatting a card Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store imp

Edit mode46LSQT0862Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a cardStill pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been record

Edit mode47LSQT0862≥For more information, refer to the operating instructions for your TV set and recorder.≥When you do not need functional indication

Edit mode48LSQT0862≥The size of still pictures recorded on a card from the external input becomes [640]. (This is not maga-pixel still-picture recordi

Edit mode49LSQT0862ª To cancel the standby for recordingWhen the Camcorder is in standby for recording, move the joystick down and select the [∫] icon

5LSQT0862PrecautionsUSE & LOCATION≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not con

Edit mode50LSQT08625 Press the [;] button on the remote control to start audio dubbing.≥When the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic is used,

Edit mode51LSQT0862Printing pictures by directly connecting to the printer (PictBridge)To print pictures by directly connecting the Camcorder to the p

With a PC52LSQT0862With a PCUsing the Camcorder with a PCAn image stored on the DV Cassette can be transferred to your personal computer.ªSoftware Ins

With a PC53LSQT0862≥Click [Next] and proceed with installation.≥After completing the installation, Click [Finish].6 After the USB Driver is installed,

With a PC54LSQT0862RAM:128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)Free hard disk space:250 MB or moreCommunication Speed:56 kbps or faster is recommen

With a PC55LSQT0862≥When the Camcorder and personal computer (with Windows 2000) are connected via USB cable, a message, such as the one below, is dis

With a PC56LSQT08626 Click on [Audio Tuning Wizard...] in the [Tools] menu to confirm that equipment is connected correctly.7 Select [USB Video Device

With a PC57LSQT0862ª Installing Video Stream DriverInstall this when your OS is Windows XP SP1 or later, or Windows 2000 SP4 or later. (When your OS i

With a PC58LSQT0862ª To start MotionDV STUDIOIf you wish to capture data from a tape, set the Camcorder to Tape Playback Mode and insert the tape. If

With a PC59LSQT0862Connecting the Camcorder to a personal computer1 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode or Tape Playback Mode.2 Set [BASIC] or [A

6LSQT0862Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.End User License Agreement (for USB Driver, Video Stream Driver and MotionDV STU

With a PC60LSQT0862If the above operation is not performed correctly, when data is copied from the personal computer to an SD Memory Card, the copied

With a PC61LSQT0862≥If you install the USB Driver or video stream driver while the USB Connecting cable is being connected, or if you do not follow th

Menu62LSQT0862MenuMenu listMenu figures and illustrations are provided for easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are different from the actual

Menu63LSQT0862ª [CARD RECORDING MENU]1) [BASIC][SCENE MODE] -37-[PICT. QUALITY] -31-[PICTURE SIZE] -31-[SELF TIMER] -36-[CLOCK SET] -23-2) [ADVANCE][B

Menu64LSQT0862Menus related to taking picturesª [H.SHOE MIC]Set to [LOWCUT] and this reduces low sound noise and wind noise hitting the stereo zoom mi

Menu65LSQT0862Other menusª [INITIAL SET]When there is a menu that cannot be selected depending on a combination of functions, set to [YES] for changin

Others66LSQT0862OthersIndicationsVarious functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen.Basic indicationsr: Remaining battery power0h00m00

Others67LSQT0862 ( ): Photoshot picture quality -31-0: Remaining number of photoshot pictures (When the remaining number of photoshot pictures reaches

Others68LSQT0862UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED): Audio dubbing cannot be performed because the original recording was in LP mode.UNABLE TO A.DUB:You are

Others69LSQT0862Functions cannot be used simultaneouslySome functions in the Camcorder are disabled or cannot be selected due to its specifications. T

7LSQT0862Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or DisassemblyLicensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to

Others70LSQT0862Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)Power/Body1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on.• Is the battery fully charged?

Others71LSQT0862• There are some recording subjects and surroundings for which the auto focus does not operate correctly. (-78-) If so, use the manual

Others72LSQT08623: Although the Camcorder is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.• Have you selected video input on the TV? Pl

Others73LSQT08626: The warning/alarm indication [°] appears when the Camcorder is operated in the WEB camera mode.• Did you press the menu button or t

Others74LSQT0862ª About dirty headsIf video heads (the parts that closely contact with the tape) become dirty, normal recording and playback are not p

Others75LSQT0862Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Camcorder.≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out the AC mains

Others76LSQT0862ª About the cassetteNever place the cassette in a high temperature place.≥The tape may be damaged, producing mosaic-like noise at the

Others77LSQT0862ª LCD monitor/ViewfinderLCD monitor≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth. ≥In a place with drastic temperatu

Others78LSQT0862ª White balanceThe image recorded by the Camcorder may become bluish or reddish under the influence of light sources. To avoid such ph

Others79LSQT0862SpecificationsDigital Video CamcorderInformation for your safetyRecording format:Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format) Tape u

8LSQT0862ContentsBefore usingQuick Guide... 10Accessories ...

Others80LSQT0862 ≥The numbers shown in the table are approximations.≥These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.Maximum number of

Others81LSQT0862Camcorder Accessory System*Please refer to page -17-, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.*NOTE: Accesso

Others82LSQT0862Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Access

Others83LSQT0862Request for Service Notice (USA Only)Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Services

Others84LSQT0862Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)Panasonic/Quasar Video Products Limited Warranty ProductCamcorderDVD/VCR Deck,A/V Mixer TV/VCR, TV

Others85LSQT0862Customer Services DirectoryService in Canada: As per Sevicenter listed in Canadian warranty information on page -86-.Obtain Product In

Others86LSQT0862Warranty (For Canadian Customers)Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRA

Others87LSQT0862ª Numerics0 Lux MagicPix function ...33ª AAC Adaptor ...17,

Others88LSQT0862Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápidoª Carga de la batería1Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA al adaptador de CA y a

Others89LSQT0862ª Cómo apagar la alimentación1 Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el interruptor [OFF/ON] en [OFF].ªGrabación en una cinta≥Ajuste a

9LSQT0862Playback modePlaying back tape .... 41Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback ...

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