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| Product Type | Digital Camcorder |
| Model Number | NV-GS57GC |
| Recording Media | MiniDV cassette |
| Image Sensor | 1/6-inch CCD |
| Optical Zoom | 10x |
| Digital Zoom | 500x |
| Lens | Panasonic lens, f/1.8 |
| Image Stabilization | Electronic |
| Viewfinder | Electronic color |
| LCD Screen | 2.5-inch, 123k pixels |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 71 x 85 x 125 mm |
| Weight (without accessories) | Approx. 410 g |
| Power Supply | Rechargeable battery pack (7.2 V) or AC adapter |
| Battery Life | Approx. 1.5 hours with included battery |
| Video Output | Composite video, S-Video |
| Audio Input/Output | Built-in microphone, mono speaker |
| Main Functions | Recording, playback, still image capture, night mode |
| Maintenance & Cleaning | Clean lens with soft cloth; keep heads clean using cleaning cassette |
| Safety Precautions | Do not expose to moisture; use only specified accessories |
| Spare Parts & Repairability | Battery pack, AC adapter, remote control available; service by authorized centers |
| General Information | Manual available in PDF; supports PAL standard |
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USER MANUAL NV-GS57GC PANASONIC
Operating Instructions
數位攝錄影機
Digital Video Camera

Model No. NV-GS57GC
NV-GS47GC
NV-GS27GC

Mini D' PAL



| NV-GS57GC | NV-GS47GC NV | GS27GC | |
| DV IN | ● ● | — | |
| Video Light ● | — — | ||
| Card ● ● | — | ||
| Remote Control ● ● | — |
使前,請年新閱讀本說明書。
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
LSQT1007 A



安全注意事项
使用之前
使到之前
附件
随本撮影放影機共1下列附件一起提供。

⑦ 揚聲器 -33-
⑧ 録影帶彈出桿 [OPEN/EJECT] -13-
⑨ 铸影带盒仓 -13-
⑩ DV 端 [DV] -38-、-39-
⑪ USB 端子 [ ]







使用之前

⑫ 2V 器 -11- -51-
30 録影帶音書 -13-
31 燃焦棉 [W/T] -25-
青彭桐[-VOL+] -33-
③2 拍照鑰 [PHOTO SHOT] -24-

33 三脚架坐
34 钉竹帮防志器

●或下鋪兩蓋時,請拨住夾也。

三柄带
調整為適合了您手的長度。
1 調整鬥子的長度。

①翻转带。
② 調整帶了的長曳。
③









使用之前
雷洞
■ 青沛的充青
■ 充爵指示燈
點地:兆吉正在進行
旭滅:死雪叶經完成
■ 取下音冲
使用之前
充電時間和中拍攝時間
- LCD 显示制或控制器將被管的。
2 關閉 LCD 顯示的電壓電壓器。

使 1 的前
使 [1] LCD 顯示
● 产能打開全 90°。
①180°
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - 使 [1] LCD 顯示 - 1](/content/2026/05/965567/images/4680361c3caaf7b687a4e24fd7e40903bf2e0a774718eb64d92d8256dcf3c76c.jpg)
② 90°
使用之前
插 7 1 取出影像带
●當會最大全打開時,將露出錄影帶會。
■ 青錄影帶倉不能坐合時
- 檢有狀態指示燈是否可熄滅。
3 则言憶卡插槽门插 1 或出言憶卡。

: 録影帶拝攝模式
使用之前
使用之前
■ 遥控器的可使引箭圈

拍提模式
拍攝模式
拍揭前的檢查
● 場削模式設置 -49-
- [外便設置] -§0-)
-快門速電設備 -\$(2-)
●光陽 / 增益陣設置-32( )
-對焦設置 -61-)
■ 托描模式
可口轉換鋼形帶拍捏模式。
●設定為錄影帶拍攝 / 播放模式。
1 技拍圖啟動/停止鍵開始鍵製。

2 利木按拍掘割酌/停止縫暫伸錘製。

1 按 [PHOTO SHOT] 鎥。

■ 清晰均拍揭靜態圖片
拍摄模式
■在記憶卡拍攝模式下發射上的顯示內容

拍提模式
彩广肌筋模式
拝擋暫停。(淡出)
■ 出资、资期规范
刊次選擇 [→] 指示。
2 將 [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] 開關設置為 [FOCUS]。


直播模式
直播模式
直播影片带
- 設定為錄影帶播放模式。
1 制控制棉操作。


▶/11: 自播/暫停
朝[+]为问:增一青量
制[-]方向:减小青影
(愿倏越接近[+],音量越人。)
1 制控制棉操作。


←:直播前·刷脚片。
▶: 直播後一帆圖片。
- 不能錶製聲音。
[消除 compartments] -28-
[覧争音影模式]-28-
[時鐘設定]-10-
2)[進階功能]
圖片質量-25-
[防震功能]-28-
[淡淡出]-27-
[音妙選擇]-43-
菜罰
冥照相有關的來罰
■ [日期/時間]
在日期指示和時間指示之間轉換。
其作为
■ 關於 AC 適配器
JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system ( 机機構


ENGLISH
Information for your safety
As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a 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.
Carefully read the Operating Instructions and use the Movie Camera correctly.
- Injury or material damage resulting from any kind of use that is not in accordance with the operating procedures explained in these Operating Instructions are the sole responsibility of the user.
Operating instructions
- These operating instructions cover the NV-GS57, NV-GS47 and NV-GS27.
- The illustrations in these operating instructions are for the model NV-GS57, but part of the description is for other models.
- Some functions are not available depending on the model.
Try out the Movie Camera.
Be sure to try out the Movie Camera before recording your first important event and check that it records properly and functions correctly.
The manufacturer is not liable for loss of recorded contents.
The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this Movie Camera, its accessories or cassettes.
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.
● 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 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: -00-
The menu operation flow is indicated by >> in the description.
Warning
Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Use only the recommended accessories.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.





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.
Figure A Figure B


2) Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Figure A Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Fuse
(5 ampere)
-If you see this symbol-
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.
Contents
Information for your safety 55
Before using
Accessories 58
Optional 58
Parts identification and handling.... 58
Fitting the lens cap 60
The grip belt....60
Power supply 61
Charging time and recordable time.... 62
Turning the camera on.... 62
Setting date and time.... 63
Using the LCD monitor 64
Using the viewfinder 64
Quick Start....65
Inserting/removing a cassette.... 66
Inserting/removing a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 67
Selecting a mode 68
How to use the joystick.... 68
Help mode 70
Switching the language....70
Using the menu screen....70
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder.... 72
Using the remote control (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 72
Recording with the built-in LED video light (NV-GS57 only).... 74
Record mode
Check before recording 75
Recording on a tape 76
Recording check 76
Blank search function 77
Recording a still picture on a tape (Photoshot) (NV-GS27 only) 77
Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tape (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 78
Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot) (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 78
Zoom in/out function 79
Recording yourself....80
Backlight compensation function 80
Colour Night view function 81
Soft skin mode....81
Fade in/fade out function 82
Wind noise reduction function.... 82
Self-timer recording (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 83
Recording images for wide-screen TVs...... 83
Image stabilizer function 84
Continuous Photoshot (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 84
Recording in various situations (Scene mode) 85
Recording in natural colours (White balance).... 86
Manual focus adjustment 87
Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment 87
Playback mode
Playing back tape 89
Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback.... 90
Variable-speed search function (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 91
Playback on TV 91
Playing back card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 92
Deleting files recorded on a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 93
Formatting a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 93
Protecting files on a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 94
Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting) (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 94
Edit mode
Recording from a tape onto a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 95
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR (Dubbing) 95
Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing) 96
Audio dubbing (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) 97
Menu
Menu list 99
Menus related to taking pictures 101
Menus related to playback 101
Other menus.... 101
Others
Indications 102
Warning/alarm indications 103
Functions cannot be used simultaneously 104
Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions) 105
Cautions for Use.... 109
Explanation of terms.... 112
Specifications
Specifications 114







Before using
Before using
Accessories
The followings are the accessories supplied with this product.

1) AC adaptor, DC input lead, AC mains lead -61-
(A) Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia
(B) Areas Other than Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia
2) Battery pack -61-
3) Remote control, button-type battery (supplied with NV-GS57 and NV-GS47) -72-
4) AV cable -95-
5) Shoulder strap
(supplied with NV-GS57 and NV-GS47) -60-
6) Digital video head cleaner -109-
7) USB cable and CD-ROM
(supplied with NV-GS57 and NV-GS47)
Optional
1) AC adaptor (VW-AD11E/EB)
2) Battery pack (lithium/CGR-DU06/640mAh)
3) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU07/680mAh)
4) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU12/1150mAh)
5) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU14/1360mAh)
6) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU21/2040mAh)
7) Wide conversion lens (VW-LW3007E)
8) Tele conversion lens (VW-LT3014E)
9) ND filter (VW-LND30E)
10) MC protector (VW-LMC30E)
11) Tripod (VW-CT45E)
12) DV cable (VW-CD1E)
- Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Parts identification and handling
Camera

①Built-in LED video light (NV-GS57 only)
-74-
② White balance sensor -86- Remote control sensor (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -73-
③ Grip belt -60-
④ Lens
- Fit the MC protector (VW-LMC30E; optional), the ND filter (VW-LND30E; optional), the tele conversion lens (VW-LT3014E; optional) or the wide conversion lens (VW-LW3007E; optional) in front of the lens. Do not fit the other accessories. (except for the lens cap)
⑤ Microphone (built-in, stereo) -80-, -82-
⑥ Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -95-

⑦ Speaker -89-
⑧ Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -66-
⑨ Cassette holder -66-
10 DV terminal [DV] -95,-96-
⑪ USB terminal [ ]







Before using

12 Viewfinder -64-, -112-
Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
⑬ Battery holder -61-
14 Battery release lever [BATTERY RELEASE] -61-
15 DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -61-
16 Power switch [OFF/ON] -62-
17 Status indicator -62-
18 Menu button [MENU] -70-
19 Joystick -68-
20 Mode dial -68-
21 Light button [LIGHT] (NV-GS57 only) -74-
22 Recording start/stop button -76-

23 LCD monitor -64-, -112-
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.
24 LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -64-
25 Reset button [RESET] -103,-108-
26 Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] -75-, -85-, -87-
27 Card access lamp (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -67-
28 Card slot cover [SD CARD] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -67-
29 Card slot (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -67-

30 Cassette cover -66-
31 Zoom lever [W/T] -79-
Volume lever [-■/VOL+] -89-
③2 Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -78-

33 Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the camera to optional tripod/VW-CT45E. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the camera.)
- You cannot open the card slot cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.








Before using

34 Shoulder strap fixture

- Put the strap (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 supplied) through the fixture ① and through the stopper ② so it will not come off. Extend part ③ by at least 2 cm.
●Fit the other end of the belt similarly.
Fitting the lens cap
Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens.
1 The lens cap and lens cap cord comes preattached to the grip belt. Pass the end of the lens cap cord through the attached eye on the lens cap. Then pass the lens cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight.

- When not using the lens cap, pull the lens cap cord in the direction of the arrow. ①
- When you are not recording, be sure to cover the lens with the lens cap for protection. ②

- When you remove the lens cap, press the knobs firmly.

The grip belt
Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.
1 Adjust the belt length.

① Flip the belt.
② Adjust the length.
③ Fix the belt.







Before using
Power supply
■ Charging the battery
When this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this product.
●Battery charging time (-62-)
- We recommend using Panasonic batteries.
- If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
- If the DC input lead is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not get charged. Remove the DC input lead from the AC adaptor.
1 Connect the AC mains lead to the AC adaptor and the AC mains socket. 2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

Charging lamp
Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed Flashing: The battery is over discharged (discharged excessively). In a while, the lamp will light up and normal charging will start. When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp flashes and the charging time will be longer than normal.
■ Connecting to the AC outlet

1 Connect the AC mains lead to the AC adaptor and the AC mains socket.
2 Connect the DC input lead to the AC adaptor.
3 Connect the DC input lead to this product.
- The output plug of the AC mains lead is not completely connected to the AC adaptor socket. As shown in ①, there is a gap.
- Do not use the power cord for other equipment since the power cord is exclusively designed for the movie camera. Or do not use the power cord of other equipment for the movie camera.
■ Fitting the battery
Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.

■ Removing the battery
While sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] lever, slide the battery to remove it.

- Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.
- Before removing the battery, be sure to set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].







Before using
Charging time and recordable time
The times shown in the table below show the times at a temperature of 25 °C and a humidity of 60%. This is just a guide. If the temperature is higher or lower than the specified value, the charging time will become longer.
| Supplied battery/ CGR-DU06 (7.2 V/ 640 mAh) | A | 1 h 40 min |
| B | 1 h 50 min(1 h 25 min) | |
| C | 55 min(45 min) | |
| CGA-DU12 (7.2 V/ 1150 mAh) | A | 2 h 25 min |
| B | 3 h 15 min(2 h 40 min) | |
| C | 1 h 40 min(1 h 20 min) | |
| CGA-DU14 (7.2 V/ 1360 mAh) | A | 2 h 45 min |
| B | 3 h 50 min(3 h) | |
| C | 1 h 55 min(1 h 30 min) | |
| CGA-DU21 (7.2 V/ 2040 mAh) | A | 3 h 55 min |
| B | 5 h 45 min(4 h 30 min) | |
| C | 2 h 55 min(2 h 15 min) | |
| CGA-DU07 (7.2 V/ 680 mAh) | A | 1 h 30 min |
| B | 1 h 55 min(1 h 30 min) | |
| C | 1 h(45 min) |
Ⓐ Charging time
⑧ Maximum continuously recordable time
© Intermittent recordable time
(The intermittent recordable time refers to recordable time when the recording and stopping operations are repeated.)
"1 h 40 min" indicates 1 hour 40 minutes.
●The battery CGR-DU06 is supplied.
- The times shown in the table are rough estimates. The times indicate the recordable times when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses indicate the recordable times when the LCD monitor is used.
- We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU12, CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording).
- The recordable time will become shorter in the following cases:
- When you use both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself etc.
- The batteries heat up after use or charging. The main unit of the movie camera being used will also heat up. This is normal.
- Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the display will change: → →
If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash
Turning the camera on
When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.
■ How to turn on the power
1 While pressing the button ①, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

- The status indicator lights red and the power turns on.
- In Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode, if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [ON] while the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted, the power turns off.
■ How to turn off the power
1 While pressing the button ①, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

- Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] when not using the camera.
- The status indicator goes off when the power turns off.
Before using
■ How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder
When the power switch is set to [ON], the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder when the unit is in Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode.

1 Open the LCD monitor out or extend the viewfinder to use. (-64-)

●The LCD monitor or the viewfinder will be activated.
2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.

- The power will not turn off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.
- The status indicator automatically goes off and the power turns off. (If quick start is set to [ON] (-65-), the unit goes into quick start standby mode and the status indicator lights green.)
- The power does not turn off even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted while recording on a tape.
3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to turn the power on and use the movie camera again.

- The status indicator lights up and the power turns on.
Setting date and time
When the movie camera is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.


- Select [YES] and press the centre of the joystick. Do steps 2 and 3 below to set the date/time.
If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. (-70-)

2 Move the joystick left or right in order to select the item to be set. Then move the joystick up or down to set the desired value.
●The year will change as follows: 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...
●The 24-hour clock is used.
3 Press the joystick to determine the setting. ●The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
■ About date/time
- The date and time function are driven by a built-in lithium battery.
- Make sure to check the time before recording because the built-in clock is not very accurate.
■ Recharging the built-in lithium battery
- If [☑] or [--] is appears when the camera is turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has run down. Use the steps below to charge the battery. When turn on the power for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. Connect the AC adaptor to the camera or attach the battery to the camera, and the built-in lithium battery will be recharged. Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF], the battery is still being recharged.)









Before using
Using the LCD monitor
You can record the image while viewing it on the opened LCD monitor.
1 Put a finger on the LCD monitor open part and open the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

- It can open up to 90° .
2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor as you prefer.

①180°

② 90°
- It can rotate up to 180° ① towards the lens or 90° ② towards the viewfinder.
- The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu.
- If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the camera may be damaged or fail.
- Check that the card slot cover is closed.
- If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously light.
Using the viewfinder
■ Extending the viewfinder
1 Pull out the viewfinder. Extend it by pinching the extension knob.

- The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be deactivated.)
■ Adjusting the field of view
1 Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.

- You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder from the menu.







Before using
Quick Start
When quick start is on the battery power is still being consumed, even when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed.
The camera will resume recording/pause mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD monitor or the viewfinder is reopened.
- Please note in quick start mode approximately half the pause recording power is being consumed. Using quick start mode will reduce the battery recording/playback time.
●This is only activated in the following cases.
●A tape or a card is inserted, while the Tape Recording Mode is set.
- A card is inserted, while the Card Recording Mode is set.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON]. (-70-)

2 While the [OFF/ON] switch is still set to [ON], close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.

- The status indicator lights green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode.
- The movie camera will not go into quick start standby unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.
3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

● The status indicator lights red and the camera is put into recording pause approx.
1.7 seconds after it is turned on.
■ To cancel Quick Start
1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [OFF]. (-70-)
- If the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF] while the unit is in quick start standby, the power turns off.
-
If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes, then the status indicator will go off and the camera will be completely turned off.
-
If the Mode dial is moved or the battery is removed in quick start standby mode, quick start is cancelled and the power turns off.
- When the camera is quick-started with the white balance on automatic, it may take some time until the white balance is adjusted if the scene being recorded has a light source different from the scene last recorded. (When the colour night view function is used, however, the white balance of the scene last recorded is retained.)
- If the power is turned on in quick start standby, the zoom magnification becomes 5 × and the picture size may differ from what it was before quick start standby.
- If [POWER SAVE] (-101-) is set to [5 MINUTES] and the unit automatically goes into quick start standby mode, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again. Also, close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder and then open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder again.
- When using the AC adaptor, quick start can be used even if a tape/card is not inserted.









Before using
Inserting/removing a cassette
1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on the power. 2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the cassette cover.

- When the cover is fully opened, the cassette holder will come out.
3 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/remove the cassette.

- When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown in the figure, and then securely insert it as far as it goes.
- When removing, pull it straight out.
4 Push the [PUSH] mark ① in order to close the cassette holder.
●The cassette holder is housed.

Caution:
Take care not to trap your fingers under the cassette holder when closing it.
5 Only after the cassette holder is completely housed, close the cassette cover by pressing the mark ②.

- When inserting a previously recorded cassette, use the blank search function to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you are overwriting a previously recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you want to continue recording.
- Close the cassette cover tightly.
- When closing the cassette cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.
●After use, be sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position. (-III-) - If the indicator of the condensation does not display on the LCD monitor and/or the viewfinder and you notice condensation on the lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise condensation may be formed on the heads or the cassette tape. (-109-)
■ When the cassette holder does not come out
- Close the cassette cover completely, and then open it again completely.
- Check if the battery has run down.
- Check if the cassette compartment cover is in contact with grip belt as shown below. If so, be sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when opening.

■ When the cassette holder cannot be housed
- Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again.
- Check if the battery has run down.
■ Accidental erasure prevention
If the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 of a cassette is opened (slide in the direction of the [SAVE] arrow), the cassette cannot be recorded. When recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider of the cassette (slide in the direction of the [REC] arrow).

Before using
Inserting/removing a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Before inserting/removing a card, be sure to turn the power [OFF].
- If the card is inserted or removed with the power turned on, this camera may malfunction or the data recorded on the card may be lost.
1 Turn off the power ①.

- Check that the status indicator has gone off.
2 Open the LCD monitor and then open the card slot cover.

3 Insert/remove the card into/from the card slot.

- When inserting a card, face the label side ① towards you and push it straight in with one stroke as far as it goes.
- When removing the card, open the card slot cover and press the centre of the card and then pull it straight out.
4 Securely close the card slot cover.
■ Concerning the card
- Do not format the card with another movie camera or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable.
- Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
- Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of the movie camera or the card may damage or erase the data stored on the card. We recommend saving important data on a personal computer by using a USB cable, PC card adaptor, and USB reader/writer.
Card access lamp

- When the camera accesses the card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up.
-
If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the card or the recorded data may be damaged or the camera may malfunction.
-
Opening the card slot cover and inserting or removing the card.
- Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode dial.
- Attaching and removing the battery.
SD Memory Card
●The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of capacity to protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a movie camera, personal computer or other equipment.
■ Concerning the write protection switch on the SD Memory Card
- The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to [LOCK], you cannot write to the card, erase the data on it, or format it. If it is moved back, you can.








Before using
Selecting a mode
Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.
1 Rotate the mode dial.
- Set your desired mode to ①.


: TAPE RECORDING MODE
Use this when you record the image on a tape. (Also, you can simultaneously record still pictures on a card while recording images on a tape.)

: TAPE PLAYBACK MODE
Use this to play back a tape.

: CARD RECORDING MODE (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Use this to record still pictures on a card.

: CARD PLAYBACK MODE (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Use this to play back the still pictures recorded on a card.

: PC CONNECTION MODE (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
You can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer. (Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)
How to use the joystick
■ Basic joystick operations
Operations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image display
Move the joystick up, down, left or right to select an item or file, and then push in the centre to set it.


| 1 | Select by moving up. |
| 2 | Select by moving down. |
| 3 | Select by moving left. |
| 4 | Select by moving right. |
| 5 | Determine by pushing the centre. |
■ Joystick and screen display
Push the centre of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes.
(In the Tape Playback Mode or the Card Playback Mode, the icons will be automatically displayed on the screen.)
1) Tape Recording Mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])
![graph TD A["1/4 NEXT"] --> B["7/4 NEXT"] B --> C["3/4 NEXT"] C --> D["4/4 NEXT"]](/content/2026/05/965567/images/fd907fe22b7196416a4894bba289687f5740df305d91804d435e6a2c66ccb4ad.jpg)
| 1/4 | Fade | -82- | ||
| ▲ | Backlight compensation | -80- | ||
| ▶ | Help mode | -70- | ||
| 2/4 | Soft skin mode | -81- | ||
| 3/4 | ▲ | Colour night view | -81- | |
| 4/4 | Recording check | -76- | ||
| ▶ | Blank search | -77- |
- ① is displayed while recording on a tape.







Before using
2) Tape Recording Mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

| 5/5 | RIS | s or gain value | -87- | |
| ▲ | WB | White balance -86- | ||
| ▶ | SINS | hutter speed -87- | ||
| 6/6 | MF | Manual focus adjustment (When set to [FOCUS]) | -87- | |
| ▶ | MF+ |
- ① is displayed while recording on a tape.
- ② is displayed only when the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS].
3) Tape Playback Mode

| ▲ | ▼/|| | Playback/pause | -89- | |
| ▼ | ■ | Stop | -89- | |
| ◀ | ◀◀ | Rewind (review playback) | -89- | |
| ▶ | ▶▶ | Fast forward (cue playback) | -89- |
4) Card Recording Mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])
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| 1/2 | Self-timer recording | -83- | ||
| ▶ | i | Help mode | -70- | |
| ▲ | Backlight compensation | -80- | ||
| 2/2 | Soft skin mode | -81- | ||
5) Card Recording Mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])
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| 3/3 | RBS or gain value | -87- | |||
| ▲ | WB | White balance -86- | |||
| ▶ | SW | shutter speed -87- | |||
| 4/4 | MVI | manual focus adjustment(When set to [FOCUS]) | -87- | ||
| ▶ | MF+ | ||||
- ① is displayed only when the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS].
6) Card Playback Mode

| ▲ | ▶ | Slide show start/pause | -92- | |
| ▼ | 盲 | Delete | -93- | |
| ◀ | ◀ | Playback previous picture | -92- | |
| ▶ | ▶ | Playback next picture | -92- |









Before using
Help mode
Select an icon for an explanation of the function.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.

2 Move the joystick right to select the Help mode icon [?]


- The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO] in Tape/Card Recording Mode.
3 Move the joystick up, left, or right to select the desired icon.


- An explanation of the selected icon is displayed on the screen.
- Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes.
■ To exit the Help mode
Select [EXIT] or press the [MENU] button.
- When the Help mode is used, functions cannot be set.
Switching the language
You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.
1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired language.

Using the menu screen
For each individual menu, please refer to -99-.
1 Press the [MENU] button.

- The menu corresponding to the mode selected by the mode dial is displayed.
- Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed.
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the top menu.


3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.


4 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the sub-menu.






Before using
5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.


6 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be set.


7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

■ To exit the menu screen Press the [MENU] button.
■ To get back to the previous screen Move the joystick left.

■ About the menu setting • The menu is not displayed while recording on a tape or a card. Also, you cannot record on a tape or a card while the menu is displayed.
■ Operating with remote control (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
The menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used.
1 Press the [MENU] button.

2 Select a menu item.
- Use the direction buttons (▲, ◀, ▶, ▼) and [ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the main unit.

3 Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu screen.
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Before using
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder
■ Adjusting the brightness and colour level
1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >> [YES].

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be adjusted.
[LCD SET]
*: Brightness of the LCD monitor
: Colour level of the LCD monitor
[EVF SET]
EVF: Brightness of the viewfinder
3 Move the joystick left or right to move the bar indication representing the brightness.
4 Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to complete the settings.
- When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.
- To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to activate it.
- These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.
- If you adjust the colour level of the LCD monitor, the colour level of the viewfinder also automatically changes. (NV-GS57 only)
Using the remote control (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Remote control
Using the remote control supplied will enable controlling almost all the functions of this camera to be controlled.

① On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] -91-
② Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -99-
③ Audio dubbing button [AUDIO DUB] -97-
④ Record button [●REC] -96-
⑤ Direction buttons [▲, ◀, ▶, ▼] -71-

⑥ Slow/frame-by-frame forward button [◀, ▶] (◀: reverse, ▶: forward) -90-
⑦ Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL] *
⑧ Search button [VAR SEARCH] -91-
⑨ Menu button [MENU] * -71-







Before using

10 Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] ×
11 Rewind/review button [◀◀]
12 Pause button [II]
13 Stop button [■]
14 Recording start/stop button [START/STOP] *
15 Playback button [PLAY ▶]
16 Fast forward/cue button [▶▶]
17 Enter button [ENTER] -71-
* means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the movie camera.
■ Install a button-type battery
Install the button-type battery supplied in the remote control before using it.
1 While pressing the stopper ①, pull out the battery holder.

2 Set the button-type battery with its (+) mark facing upward and get the battery holder back in place.

Caution
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C or incinerate. Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.
■ Remote control usable range

- The distance between the remote control and the camera: Within approx. 5 m Angle: Approx. 15° up, down, left, and right
■ Selecting the remote control mode
If 2 cameras are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of movie camera and remote control to [VCR1] and that of the other pair to [VCR2]. This will prevent interference between the 2 pairs. (The default setting is [VCR1]. When the button-type battery is replaced, the setting will revert to the default [VCR1].)
1 Setting on the camera: Set [SETUP] >> [REMOTE] >> [VCR1] or [VCR2].
2 Setting on the remote control:
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[VCR1]:
Press [▶] and [■] simultaneously. ①
[VCR2]:
Press [◀] and [■] simultaneously. ②
Before using
■ Concerning the button-type battery
- When the button-type battery runs down, replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery is normally expected to last about 1 year, but it depends on operation frequency.
- Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of children.
- If the remote control mode of the camera and that of the remote control do not match with each other, "REMOTE" will appear. When the remote control is operated for the first time after the camera is turned on, "CHECK REMOTE MODE" (-103-) will appear and operation is impossible. Set the same remote control mode.
- The remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the movie camera may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.
Recording with the built-in LED video light (NV-GS57 only)
Gain up mode works with the built-in LED video light to enhance the light's brightness and brighten the natural colours in a scene.
1 Press the [LIGHT] button. ①

- The built-in LED video light lights up and the gain up mode is set to on.
- The gain up mode will be brighter than when only the LED video light is on, but washed out images will appear.
2 Press the [LIGHT] button. ②
●The gain up mode is set to off.
- To eliminate washed out images, use this mode.
3 Press the [LIGHT] button. ③
●The LED video light turns off.
- Pressing the [LIGHT] button again returns to 1.
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- The subject should be within 1.5 metres of the movie camera.
- Using the LED video light reduces battery time.
- Set the LED video light to off when not in use.
- Do not look directly into the light.
- If the LED video light is used with a conversion lens attached, a slight vignetting (darkening around edges) effect occurs on the screen.
- Using the colour night view function at the same time will make conditions even brighter.
- The LED video light enables simply lightening the images taken in a dimly-lit place. We also recommend using it in a bright place to obtain high quality images.
Record mode
Record mode
Check before recording
Check the following before recording important events such as weddings or when the movie camera has not been used for a long time. Conduct a test recording to make sure that the image recording and the audio recording work properly.
■ Basic camera holding

1) Hold the camera with both hands.
2) Run your hand through the grip belt.
3) Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands.
4) Keep your arms near your body.
5) Slightly open your legs.
- When you are in the open air, record pictures with the sunlight as far in the background as possible. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.
Check points
- Remove the lens cap. (-60-)
(When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.)
●Grip belt adjustment (-60-) - Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder (Recording cannot start while the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed. Even if the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed during recording, the power will not turn off until recording stops.)
- Adjustment of LCD monitor/viewfinder (-72-)
●Power supply (-61-)
- Insert a cassette/card (-66-, -67-)
- Setting date/time (-63-)
- Getting the remote control ready (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) (-72-)
- Setting SP/LP mode (-75-)
■ About auto mode
- Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO], and colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically.
●Auto white balance: -113-
●Auto focusing: -113-
- Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. (When set to the Tape recording mode: The shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum of 1/250.)
- Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust the white balance and focus.

- Scene mode setting (-85-)
● White balance setting (-86-)
●Shutter speed setting (-87-) - Iris/gain value setting (-87-)
● Focus setting (-87-)
■ Recording mode
You can switch the tape recording mode.
- Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] or [ADVANCED] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] or [LP].
If the LP mode is selected, the recording time will be 1.5 times the SP mode, but some functions will be disabled.
- We recommend using the SP mode for important recording.
- In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode.
- It is not possible to dub audio onto image recorded in the LP mode. (-97-)
- In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions may be disabled.
- Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment without the LP mode
- Playback of the image on other digital video equipment recorded in the LP mode
- Slow/frame-by-frame playback
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Record mode
Recording on a tape
Remove the lens cap. (-60-)
(When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.)
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.

2 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.

- For the recording time on a tape, refer to -62-.
- Carry out a recording check (-76-) to verify that the image is recorded properly.
- In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out the blank search (-77-).
- If you want to preserve the original sound recorded when audio dubbing (-97-), set [ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to take pictures.
■ On-screen display in the tape recording mode

1) Recording time elapse
2) Remaining tape indication
3) Still picture size
4) Card indication (-102-)
5) Number of recordable still pictures (When no picture can be recorded, this indication will flash in red.)
6) Quality of still pictures
■ Concerning the remaining tape time indication on the screen
- The remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)
- During a 15 seconds or shorter recording, the remaining tape time indication may not be displayed or the remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly.
- In some cases, the remaining tape time indication may display remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.
Recording check
The last image recorded is played back for 2 to
3 seconds. After checking, the camera will be set to a recording pause.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.
2 Move the joystick left to select the recording check icon [☐]


●The [RECORDING CHECK STARTED] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
Record mode
Blank search function
Searches for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape). After the search is finished, the blank search function is cancelled and the camera is put into recording pause.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.
2 Move the joystick right to select the blank search icon [P]


3 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the centre of the joystick.
■ Stopping blank search midway through
Move the joystick down to select the [■] icon.


- If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the camera will stop at the end of the tape.
- The camera stops at a point approx. 1 second before the end of the last image recorded. When you start recording at that point, the image can be recorded seamlessly from the last image.
Recording a still picture on a tape (Photoshot) (NV-GS27 only)
Still pictures can be recorded from the movie camera lens.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button in the recording pause mode.

- The movie camera records a still picture for about 7 seconds and then switches back to the recording pause mode.
- If you set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON], you can add image and a sound like releasing the shutter.

- Photoshot recording results in slightly inferior image quality.
■ Continuous photoshop
If you set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON] and keep the [PHOTO SHOT] button pressed, the movie camera will continuously record still pictures in approx. 0.7 seconds intervals until the button is released. - The screen blinks and, at the same time, a shutter clicking sound is recorded.









Record mode
Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tape
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
You can record still pictures while recording image onto a tape.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully while recording image onto a tape.

- For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -115-.
- When recording pictures onto a card, the recording start/stop button is disabled.
- You can select a picture quality for still pictures to be recorded. (-79-)
- In order to record still pictures with higher quality, we recommend using the card recording mode.
- When recording still pictures, hold the movie camera firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the movie camera.
Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot) (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
- Set to Card Recording Mode.

1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

■ To record still pictures clearly
- When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4 × to 10 × or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding the movie camera by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording.
- When recording still pictures, hold the movie camera firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the movie camera.
-
You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod and the remote control.
-
For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -115-.
- The moving picture and sound cannot be recorded.
- While data are recorded on a card, do not operate the mode dial.
- When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or remove a card.
●Another product may degrade or not play back data recorded on this camera. - If set [PICT. QUALITY] >> [ ].mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content.







Record mode
■ On-screen display in the card recording mode

1) Still picture size
2) Card indication (-102-)
3) Number of recordable still pictures (When no pictures can be recorded, the red light will flash.)
4) Quality of still pictures
■ Select the picture quality for photoshot images
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICT. QUALITY] >> select the desired picture quality.
[ ]:High picture quality
[ ]Normal picture quality
- You can also change the picture quality on [ADVANCED] >> [PICT. QUALITY] in the tape recording mode.
■ Recording with a shutter operation effect
You can add a shutter operation simulating sound.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >> [ON].
Zoom in/out function
You can zoom in up to 30× optically.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Wide-angle recording (zoom out): Push the [W/T] lever towards [W]. Close-up recording (zoom in): Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].

- When zooming in and taking a picture while holding the movie camera by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function.
- When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 1.3 metres or further from the movie camera.
- When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily.
- When the zoom magnification is 1 × , the movie camera can focus on a subject approx. 2 cm distant from the lens.
Digital zoom function
If the zoom magnification exceeds 30 times, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The digital zoom function allows you to select a magnification from 50× to 1000×.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [50×] or [1000×].

[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 30×)
[50×]: Up to 50×
[1000×]: Up to 1000×
- The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.
- When the Card Recording mode is used, the digital zoom function cannot be used.






Record mode
■ About the variable speed zoom function
- When pushing the [W/T] lever as far as it will go, you can zoom from 1 × to 30 × in 3.5 seconds at the maximum.
- The zoom speed varies according to the amount of movement of the [W/T] lever.
- The variable speed zoom function cannot be used with the remote control. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
■ To use the zoom microphone function
Interlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will collect sounds clearly far away with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the wide-angle shot.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON].

Recording yourself
You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the camera while presenting them the image. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (The image to be recorded is the same as that recording.)
- Extend the viewfinder to see the picture while recording.
1 Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

- A vertically oriented display appears on the viewfinder screen, this is normal and not indicative of any trouble.
- When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you push the centre of the joystick.
Backlight compensation function
This protects a backlit subject from being darkened.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.
2 Move the joystick up to select the backlight compensation icon [ ]


- The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
- The image on the screen will become brighter.
■ To return to normal recording
Select the [icon again.
- The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
- If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation is cancelled.

Record mode
Colour Night view function
This function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background.
Attach the camera to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration.
- Only manual focusing can be used.
- Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.
Colour night view function
You can record dark locations brightly in colour.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.
2 Move the joystick up to select the colour night view icon [★]


●The [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
• Each upward press switches the modes.
OFF → Colour night view function → OFF
■ To cancel the colour night view function
Select the [icon again.
●The [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
- If set in a bright place, the screen may become whitish for a while.
- The colour night view function makes the signal charging time of CCD up to approximately 25 × longer than usual, so that dark scenes invisible to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.
- The colour night view function is cancelled when you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.
Soft skin mode
This allows the skin colour to be recorded in a softer tone. This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.
2 Move the joystick left to select the soft skin icon [ ]


●The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
■ To cancel the soft skin mode
Select the [icon again.
- The [SOFT SKIN MODE OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
- If the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour, they will also be smoothed.
- If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.









Record mode
Fade in/fade out function
Fade in
The image and audio gradually appear.
Fade out
The image and audio gradually disappear.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.
2 Move the joystick left to select the fade icon [☐].


●The [FADE ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
3 Press the recording start/stop button.
Start recording. (fade in)
When you start recording, the image/audio disappeared completely and the image/audio gradually appears.

Pause recording. (fade out)
The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops.

■ To cancel fading
Select the [icon again.
●The [FADE OFF] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
■ To select the colour for fade in/out
The colour which appears in fading pictures can be selected.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FADE COLOUR] >> [WHITE] or [BLACK].
- While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it takes several seconds to display the image when you start recording images. Besides, it also takes several seconds to pause recording.
Wind noise reduction function
This reduces the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].

■ To cancel the wind noise reduction function
Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF].
•The default setting is [ON].
- Reduces the wind noise depending on the wind strength. (If this function is activated in strong winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When the wind weakens, the stereo effect will be restored.)
Record mode
Self-timer recording
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
You can record still pictures on a card using the timer.
- Set to Card Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move the joystick down until icon ① appears.
2 Move the joystick left to select the self-timer recording icon [ʃ]


●The [SELF-TIMER ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.
3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

- After the recording lamp and the [F] indication flashes for approx. 10 seconds, recording will start. After recording, the self-timer will be cancelled.
■ To stop the timer midway through
Press the [MENU] button.
- The self-timer standby mode is cancelled when you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.
- If the continuous photoshot recording is set, the maximum recordable pictures are recorded.
Recording images for wide-screen TVs
This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs.
Cinema Function
Images are recorded with a black belt appearing along the top and bottom of the screen so that they look like theatre movies.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON].

■ To cancel the Cinema function
Set [BASIC] >> [CINEMA] >> [OFF].
- Images played back vary depending on the TV connected. Please refer to the operating instructions for your TV.
- This function does not widen the recording range.
- When images are played back on a TV screen, the date/time indication may be erased in some cases.
- Depending on the TV, the picture quality may deteriorate.
- When a cinema picture is imported into a personal computer, the imported picture may not be displayed correctly, depending on the software in used.









Record mode
Image stabilizer function
Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.
- Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [SIS] >> [ON].

■ To cancel the image stabilizer function
Set [ADVANCED] >> [SIS] >> [OFF].
- When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn the image stabilizer off.
●Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may change or colours may not look natural. - When the colour night view function is used, the image stabilizer function does not work. If so, the [图标] indication flashes.
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In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively.
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When the digital zoom is used
- When a conversion lens is used
- When recording is done in an extremely dark place
- When the camera is shaken greatly
- When you record a moving subject while tracking it
Continuous Photoshot
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Records still pictures continuously at a certain interval.
- Set to Card Recording Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [BURST MODE] >> [ON].

2 Press and hold the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

■ To stop continuous photoshot midway through
Release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
● The camera records up to 10 still pictures at intervals of 0.5 seconds.
- One more still picture may be recorded after you release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.
- If the self-timer is set, the camera records up to 10 still pictures continuously.
- Intervals between recording pictures may become longer depending on the card. We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card.
- When using the card formatted by other equipment or a card that was recorded and erased repeatedly, the intervals between recording pictures may become longer. If so, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card with this movie camera.
Record mode
Recording in various situations (Scene mode)
When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].

2 Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the desired mode.
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3)

4)

5)

1) [ ] Sports mode
- To record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions
2) [ ] Portrait mode
- To make persons stand out against the background
3) [ ] how light mode
●To record dark scenes so they are brighter
4) [ ] Spotlight mode
●To record subjects spotlit in a party or theatre
5) [ ] Surf & snow mode
- To record images at dazzling places such as ski slopes and beaches
■ To cancel the scene mode function
Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].
Sports mode
- For slow-motion playback or playback pause of recorded pictures, this mode presents free of camera shakes.
- During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.
- Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.
- If you record a subject illuminated with strong light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear.
- If the brightness is insufficient, the sports mode does not function. The [ ] indication flashes.
- If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker.
Portrait mode
- If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF].
Low light mode
- Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be recorded finely.
Spotlight mode
- If the recording subject is extremely bright, the recorded image may become whitish and the periphery of the recorded image extremely dark.
Surf & snow mode
- If the recording subject is extremely bright, the recorded image may become whitish.









Record mode
Recording in natural colours (White balance)
The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].

2 Move the joystick up to select the white balance icon [WB]


3 Move the joystick left or right in order to select the white balance mode.


1) Auto white balance adjustment [ ] AWB
2) Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps) [ ]
3) Outdoor mode [ ] ✱
4) Manual adjustment mode [ ]
■ To restore to the automatic adjustment
Move the joystick left or right until the [AWB indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].
- When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.
- When setting both the white balance and the iris/gain, set the white balance first.
- Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the white balance for correct adjustment.
■ To set the white balance manually
Select [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white subject on the entire screen, move the joystick up to select the [ ] indication.
■ About flashing of the [ ]indication When the manual adjustment mode is selected
- Flashing indicates that the white balance previously adjusted is stored. This setting is stored until the white balance is adjusted again.
When white balance cannot be set in the manual adjustment mode
- White balance may not be adjusted properly in the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If so, use the auto white balance mode.
During setting in the manual adjustment mode
- When the setting is completed, it will keep lit.
■ About the white balance sensor
The white balance sensor detects the type of light source during recording.
- Do not cover the white balance sensor during recording, or it may not function properly.







Record mode
Manual focus adjustment
If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].

2 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [FOCUS].


- The MNL and the manual focus indication [MF] will be displayed.
3 Move the joystick left or right in order to adjust the focus.


- When focused with a wide angle, the subject may not be in focus when zoomed in. First, zoom in on the subject, and then focus on it.
■ To restore to the automatic adjustment
Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO] or [FOCUS].
Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment
Shutter Speed
Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.
Aperture
Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.
- Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [MANUAL].

2 Move the joystick left or right to select the shutter aperture icon [ For shutter speed icon [ BTR


3 Move the joystick left or right in order to adjust the shutter speed or aperture.


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2)

1) Shutter speed
2) (Aperture) Iris/gain value
Record mode
■ To restore to automatic adjustment Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].
Manual shutter speed adjustment
- Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.
- If you increase the shutter speed manually, the sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value increases automatically, which may increase the noises on the screen.
- You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject, but this is not a malfunction.
- During normal playback, image movement may not look smooth.
- When recording in the extremely bright place, the colour of the screen may change or flickers. If so, adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/50 or 1/100.
Manual iris/gain adjustment
- Set the shutter speed before setting the aperture (iris/gain) when manually adjusting both settings.
- If the value does not become "OPEN", you cannot adjust the gain value.
- If the gain value is increased, the noise on the screen increases.
- Depending on the zoom magnification, there are iris values that are not displayed.
■ Shutter speed range
1/50 to 1/8000 seconds: Tape Recording Mode 1/50 to 1/500 seconds: Card Recording Mode (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.
Iris/gain value range
CLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F2.0, OPEN (Opened: F1.8) 0dB, ..., 18dB Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image. Values with dB are gain values.
Playback mode
Playback mode
Playing back tape
- Set to Tape Playback Mode.
(An operation icon automatically appears on the LCD monitor.)

1 Operate with joystick.


▶/III: Playback/Pause
◀◀: Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to playback with the ▶/■ icon.)
▶▶: Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to playback with the ▶/■■ icon.)
■: S t o p
- The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed and retracted during Tape/Card Playback Mode.
- During cue/review playback, fast-moving images may show noise as a mosaic.
- Before and after cue/review playback, the screen may become black for a moment or images may be disturbed.
To adjust volume
Adjust the speaker volume for playback.
1 Move the [-■/VOL+] lever to adjust the volume.

Towards [+] : increases the volume
Towards [-]: decreases the volume
(Nearer the bar to [+], larger the volume.)
- On the remote control, press the [T] button to increase the volume or the [W] button to decrease it. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
- When the adjustment is completed, the volume indication will disappear.
- If you do not hear the sound, check the settings of [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].
■ Repeat playback
When the tape end is reached, the tape will be rewound and played back again.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REPEAT PLAY] >> [ON].
- The [indication appears. (In order to cancel the repeat playback mode, set [REPEAT PLAY] >> [OFF] or turn off the power.)
- When you set [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEBCAM] and then connect the USB connection cable, the repeat playback mode is cancelled. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
■ Settings on the audio
- If you cannot listen to the desired audio when playing back a tape, check the settings in [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].
- When you record and dub the audio in [12bit] and set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX], the audio will be played back in stereo sound regardless of the settings in [AUDIO OUT].









Playback mode
Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback
- Set to Tape Playback Mode.
(Slow-motion playback can only be performed by using the remote control.) Slow-motion playback
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
If the image is recorded in the SP mode, then it will be played back at a speed approx. 1/5 the normal speed.
If the image is recorded in the LP mode, then it will be played back at a speed approx. 1/3 the normal speed.
1 Press the [◀] button or the [▶] button on the remote control.



- If the slow-motion playback continues for approx. 10 minutes or more, then the playback will automatically stop. (10 minutes of slow-motion playback is equivalent to approx. 2 minutes in the SP mode or approx. 3 minutes in the LP mode.)
Frame-by-frame playback
1 During playback, press the [III] button on the remote control.
2 Press the [◀] button or the [▶] button on the remote control.



- Pushing the [- VOL +] lever towards [T] (normal direction) or towards [W] (reversed direction) of this camera during playback pause also turns into the frame-by-frame playback. If you keep pushing the lever, then the images will continuously be played back frame by frame.
■ To return to normal playback
Press the [PLAY ▶] button on the remote control or move the joystick up to the [▶] icon to start playback.
Slow-motion playback
- In the reversed slow-motion playback, the time code indication may be unstable.
Frame-by-frame playback
- Press and hold the [◀] or the [▶] button in the playback pause, and then the images will continuously be played back frame by frame.
Playback mode
Variable-speed search function (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
The speed of cue/review playback can be varied. (This operation is only available when using the remote control.)
- Set to Tape Playback Mode and play back a tape.
1 Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the remote control.

2 Press the [▲] or [▼] button to vary the speed.
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- The speeds for cue/review playback are 1/5 × (SP mode slow-motion playback only), 1/3 × (LP mode slow-motion playback only), 2 × , 5 × , 10 × , 20 × .
■ To return to normal playback Press the [VAR SEARCH] button or [PLAY ▶] button on the remote control.
- Images may be shown in a mosaic-like pattern.
●The sound is muted during search. - This function is cancelled when the operation icon is displayed.
- When you cue/review playback at 20×, the speed switches to 10× near the end of the tape. ([10×] flashes on the screen.)
Playback on TV
Images recorded by this camera can be played back on a TV.
- Insert a recorded tape into this camera. 1 Connect the movie camera and a TV.
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- Connect the movie camera and a TV by using the AV cable ①.
2 Turn on this camera and set the mode dial to the Tape Playback Mode (or Card Playback Mode).
3 Select the input channel on the TV.
4 Move the joystick up to select the [▶/■] icon to start playback.
●The image and audio are output on the TV.
5 Move the joystick down to select the [■] icon to stop playback.
- Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.
■ If the image or audio from this camera is not output on the TV
- Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.
- Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-97-)
- Check the connected terminal.
- Check the TV's input setting (input switch). (For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)
■ To display the on-screen information on the TV (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
The information displayed on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder (operation icon, time code and mode indication, etc.) can be displayed on the TV.
(This operation is only available when using the remote control.)
1 Press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on the remote control.

- Press the button again to erase the information.







Playback mode
Playing back card
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
- Set to Card Playback Mode.
(An operation icon automatically appears on the LCD monitor.)

1 Operate with joystick.


◀: Plays back the previous picture.
▶: Plays back the next picture.
▶/■: Slide show (Plays back the still pictures on the card in order) start/pause
- The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed and retracted during Tape/Card playback mode.
- Even if the operation icon does not appear, the previous or next picture can be displayed.
- While the data on a card are played back, do not operate the mode dial.
- When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or remove a card.
- It takes time to display the file depending on the number of pixels of the file.
- If you attempt to play back file recorded in a different format or file data is defective, the whole display becomes bluish and the "UNPLAYABLE CARD" indication may appear as warning.
- When playing back a file recorded on other equipment, the date and time display is different from when it was recorded.
■ To display multiple playback files
Multiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are displayed.
1 Move the [-■/VOL+] lever to switch the images.

Towards [+]: Full-screen display (Displays 1 image.)
Towards [-]: Multi-screen display (Displays 6 files on 1 screen.)
- In the multi-screen display,
- Move the joystick to select a file (The selected file will be encircled by a orange frame) and press to determine it. The selected file is full-screen displayed.
- If there are 7 files or more, then move the joystick. The next, or previous multi-screen will be displayed.
■ About the compatibility of still pictures
- The movie camera is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
- The file format supported by this movie camera is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.)
- If an out-of-specs file is played back, the folder/file name may not be displayed.
- The movie camera may degrade or not play back data recorded or created on another product and another product may degrade or not play back data recorded on the movie camera.
Playback mode
Deleting files recorded on a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
The deleted files cannot be restored.
- Set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Move the joystick left or right to select a file to delete.


- You can select a file in the multi-screen display. After selecting the file, press the joystick and display the operation icon.
2 Move the joystick down to select [ ]


3 Move the joystick up or down in order to select [DELETE 1 FILE] and then press it.
4 When the confirming message appears, select [YES] and press the joystick.
- In order to stop deletion, select [NO].
■ To delete all files
1 Move the joystick down to select [指


2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select [ALL FILES] and then press it.
3 When the confirming message appears, select [YES] and press the joystick.
- Do not turn off the power while deleting.
- To delete files, use the AC adapter or a sufficiently charged battery.
- In case of [ALL FILES], the deletion may take time if there are many files on the card.
- If the "CARD FULL" indication appears when recording, the card is full and no further data can be recorded. Insert a new card or set the camera to Card Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files.
- If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted, all the data related to the files will be deleted.
■ Deleting still picture files recorded on a card by other equipment
- A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on the movie camera may be erased.
Formatting a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a personal computer, etc.
- Set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FORMAT CARD] >> [YES].
2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the joystick in order to format the card.

- In order to stop formatting, select [NO].
- Normally, it is not necessary to format the card. If a message appears even though you insert and remove the card several times, format it.
- If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other equipment, the time spent for recording may become longer. If the SD Memory Card is formatted on a PC, it cannot be used on the movie camera. Format the SD Memory Card on the movie camera, in this case.
- Do not remove the card or turn off the power while formatting.
- The movie camera supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications.






Playback mode
Protecting files on a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Files recorded on a card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the files are locked, they will be deleted if the card is formatted.)
- Set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [PROTECT] >> [YES].
2 Move the joystick to select a file to be locked, and then press it.

•[O m ] Indication ① appears and the selected file is locked. Press the joystick again, and the lock will be cancelled.
- 2 or more files can be locked in succession.
■ To complete the settings Press the [MENU] button.
Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting)
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
You can write the data of pictures to be printed, number of copies, and other information (DPOF data) onto the card.
- Set to Card Playback Mode.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [DPOF SET] >> [SET].
2 Move the joystick to select a file to be set, and then press it.

- The number of prints ① set to be in DPOF is displayed.
3 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the number of prints, and then press it.
- You can select from 0 to 999. (Selected number of pictures can be printed as you set the number of prints with the printer supporting DPOF.)
- 2 or more files can be set in succession.
■ To complete the settings
Press the [MENU] button.
- DPOF setting made on another camera may not be recognised by this camera. Please perform the DPOF settings on your movie camera.
■ To set so that all pictures are not printed
Select [CANCEL ALL] in Step 1.
What is DPOF?
DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. This enables the printing information to be added to the pictures on the card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF.
Edit mode
Edit mode
Recording from a tape onto a card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Still pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette.
- Set to Tape Playback Mode. - Insert a tape which already has recorded contents and a card.
1 Start playback.


2 Pause at the scene you wish to record, and press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

●Audio will not be recorded.
- If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button without pausing, blurred pictures may be recorded.
- DV input and wide images recorded on a tape cannot be recorded on a card.
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR (Dubbing)
Pictures recorded by the movie camera can be stored on a DVD-RAM or other such media. Refer to the instructions for the recorder.
- Place a recorded cassette in the movie camera, and an unrecorded DVD-RAM or cassette in the DVD recorder or VCR.
1 Connect the movie camera and the recorder.
Connecting with the AV cable
![A/V [VIDEO IN] [AUDIO IN] ①](/content/2026/05/965567/images/37aabd681ce267fc43099142dad9bdb6acef90d66686eb2a5dc2b7016f1deaf3.jpg)
- Connect the movie camera and the recorder by using the AV cable ①.
Connecting with the optional DV cable (Only for equipment with a DV terminal)

2 Turn on the movie camera and set to Tape Playback Mode.
3 Select the input channel on the TV set and recorder.
4 Move the joystick up to select the [▶/■] icon to start playback. (Player)
●The image and sound are reproduced.
5 Start recording. (Recorder)
6 Stop recording. (Recorder)
7 Move the joystick down to select the [■] icon to stop playback. (Player)
- For more information, refer to the operating instructions for your TV set and recorder.







Edit mode
- When you do not need functional indications or date and time indication, set [BASIC] >> [DATE/TIME] >> [OFF] in the Tape Playback Mode and press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on the remote control for no indication. (When you connect the movie camera and a recorder with the DV cable, these indications may not appear.)
■ When neither image nor sound from the movie camera is output to the TV set
- Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.
- Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-97-)
- Check the connected terminal.
Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing)
By connecting other digital video equipment with DV terminal and the movie camera by using the DV cable VW-CD1E (optional) ①, high-image-quality dubbing can be done in digital format. Only the NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 can be used as a Recorder.
- Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Player/recorder)
1 Connect the movie camera and digital video equipment with the DV cable.

2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REC STDBY] >> [YES]. (Recorder)
- You do not have to follow this step when the remote control is used in the digital dubbing.
3 Start playback. (Player)
4 Start recording. (Recorder)
When operating with the main unit:
Move the joystick up to select [●/■] icon.
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - Set [ADVANCED] >> [REC STDBY] >> [YES]. (Recorder) - 1](/content/2026/05/965567/images/335819f64cef7383b50347e45cf69771398ec3bec9ae47832ee675f3465fef1e.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - Set [ADVANCED] >> [REC STDBY] >> [YES]. (Recorder) - 2](/content/2026/05/965567/images/2f9839e7e9564b392d74e1307768b2f4718a2ab246572ed6ee2e7bc2a4857dd6.jpg)
When operating with the remote control: While pressing the [●REC] button on the remote control, press the [PLAY ▶] button.

5 Move the joystick up to select the [●/■] icon again or press the [■] button on the remote control to stop recording. (Recorder)
6 Stop playback. (Player)
Edit mode
■ To cancel the standby for recording
When the camera is standby for recording, move the joystick down and select the [■] icon or press the [■] button on the remote control.
- Do not plug or unplug the DV cable during dubbing, or the dubbing may not be completed properly.
- If a picture (bilingual video, etc.) containing main sound and sub sound has been dubbed, select the desired sound by [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] on playback.
- Even if you use a device equipped with DV terminals such as IEEE1394, you may not be able to perform digital dubbing in some cases. For more information, see the instructions for equipment connected.
- Regardless of the menu settings on the recorder, digital dubbing is carried out in the same mode as the [AUDIO REC] mode of the playback tape.
- The images on the recorder monitor may be disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded images.
- If a picture containing a copyright protection signal (copy guard) is recorded by the movie camera, the picture is distorted by mosaic-like patterns at playback.
- Disconnect the USB cable since input signals from the external input terminal cannot be recorded while it is connected with the USB cable.
- When wide images are input, the display such as the menu screen or the operation icon is expanded horizontally.
- While pictures are input from the DV terminal, the operation icon blinks on instead of appearing from the side of the screen when you press the centre of the joystick.
Audio dubbing
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
You can add music or narration to the recorded cassette.
(Audio dubbing can only be performed by using the remote control.)
- Set to Tape Playback Mode.
1 Find a scene that you want to add sound to, and press the [Ⅱ] button on the remote control.


2 Press the [AUDIO DUB] button on the remote control to make audio dubbing ready.


3 Press the [11] button on the remote control to start audio dubbing.


●Talk into the built-in microphone.
4 Press the [11] button on the remote control to stop audio dubbing.

- If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the tape is dubbed, images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back.
Edit mode
■ Before recording with audio dubbing - Set to Tape Recording Mode.
- When you want to preserve the original sound taken during recording, set [ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to take pictures. (When set [16bit], the sounds taken during recording are erased after recording with audio dubbing.)
- Set [BASIC] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] to take pictures.
■ To play back the sound recorded with audio dubbing
You can switch between the sound recorded with audio dubbing and the original sound.
Set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> ST2 or [MIX].
ST1: It only plays back the original sound.
ST2: It only plays back the sound added by audio dubbing.
[MIX]: It simultaneously plays back the original sound and the sound added with audio dubbing.
- During audio dubbing, it is automatically set to ST2.
Menu
Menu
Menu list
Menu figures and illustrations are provided for easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are different from the actual menu indications.
[TAPE RECORDING MENU]

1) [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] -85-
[REC SPEED] -75-
[WIND CUT] -82-
[CINEMA] -83-
[CLOCK SET] -63-
2) [ADVANCED]
[PICT. QUALITY] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)79-
[SIS] -84-
[FADE COLOUR] -82-
[AUDIO REC] -101-
[USB FUNCTION] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
(Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)
[D.ZOOM] -79-
[ZOOM MIC] -80-
[SHTR EFFECT] (NV-GS27 only) -77-
3) [SETUP]
[DISPLAY] -101-
[DATE/TIME] -101-
[POWER SAVE] -101-
[QUICK START] -65-
[REMOTE] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -73-
[BEEP SOUND] -101-
[LCD SET] -72-
[EVF SET] -72-
[INITIAL SET] -101-
[DEMO MODE] -101-
4) [LANGUAGE] -70-
[USB FUNCTION] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
(Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)
2) [ADVANCED]
[REC SPEED] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -75-
[REC STDBY] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)-96-
[PICT. QUALITY] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -79-
[REPEAT PLAY] -89-
3) [SETUP]
[12bit AUDIO] -98-
[AUDIO OUT] -101-
[DISPLAY] -101-
[REMOTE] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) -73-
[LCD SET] -72-
[EVF SET] -72-
[POWER SAVE] -101-
4) [LANGUAGE] -70-
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [TAPE RECORDING MENU] - 2](/content/2026/05/965567/images/6db1858a2e0f7cb6c111ae1b7439ad770bc3d3189ef757d58a4b2824db566901.jpg)
Menu
■ [CARD RECORDING MENU] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)

1) [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] -85-
[PICT. QUALITY] -79-
[CLOCK SET] -63-
2) [ADVANCED]
[BURST MODE] -84-
[SHTR EFFECT] -78-
3) [SETUP]
[DISPLAY] -101-
[DATE/TIME] -101-
[POWER SAVE] -101-
[QUICK START] -65-
[REMOTE] -73-
[BEEP SOUND] -101-
[LCD SET] -72-
[EVF SET] -72-
[INITIAL SET] -101-
4) [LANGUAGE] -70-
■ CARD PLAYBACK MENU] (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)

1) [BASIC]
[DATE/TIME] -101-
[PROTECT] -94-
2) [ADVANCED]
[DPOF SET]-94-
[FORMAT CARD] -93-
3) [SETUP]
[DISPLAY] -101-
[REMOTE] -73-
[LCD SET] -72-
[EVF SET] -72-
[POWER SAVE] -101-
4) [LANGUAGE] -70-







Menu
Menus related to taking pictures
[DATE/TIME]
This switches between date and time indications.
- The movie camera automatically records the date and time of picture taking on the tape.
- You can also show or change the date/time indication by repeatedly pressing the [DATE/TIME] button on the remote control. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
[AUDIO REC]
Switches the audio (PCM audio) recording systems.
[12bit]: Records audio in "12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks". (The original audio signals can be kept after the other audio signals are dubbed.)
[16bit]: Records audio in "16 bit 48 kHz 2 tracks". Audio can be recorded in higher quality. (If audio signals are dubbed, then the original audio signals will be erased.)
[DISPLAY]
Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be switched to minimum display.
[BEEP SOUND]
Set to [ON] and confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows.
1 Beep
- When you start recording
- When you turn on the power
- When the unit goes from quick start standby mode to recording pause
2 Beeps
- When you pause recording
- When you turn off the power
- When the unit goes into quick start standby mode
2 Beeps for 4 times
- When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs (-109-), and at other times. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (-103-)
[POWER SAVE]
[OFF]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the standby mode automatically will be set. In the standby mode, [■■] blinks and it takes time more than usual to start recording after you press the recording start/stop button.
[5 MINUTES]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the movie camera automatically turns off to protect the tape or to prevent the battery from running down. When you use the movie camera, turn it on again.
- In the following cases, the power may not turn off even when set [POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES].
- When connecting to the AC outlet (When using the AC adapter)
- When connecting the USB cable or the DV cable to a personal computer or other equipment
- When the PC Connection Mode (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Menus related to playback
[AUDIO OUT]
This switches the sound to be played back. [STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub sound)
L: Left channel sound (main sound)
R: Right channel sound (sub sound)
Other menus
[INITIAL SET]
When there is a menu that cannot be selected depending on a combination of functions, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the initial shipping condition.
(Language setting cannot be back to the initial shipping condition.)
[DEMO MODE]
If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette and a card, the movie camera is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is cancelled. If no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration mode automatically starts. To terminate the demonstration mode, insert a cassette or a card, or set to [DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. For normal use, set this function to [OFF].
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 1](/content/2026/05/965567/images/b5ecd80821ea43cd0251819610deb2310f60866fb7e8483f14c294cb314f2196.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 2](/content/2026/05/965567/images/91492250af06ce16429fb28ace9994ed9bd161ffdff5cb68f9d7d43cd247273e.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 3](/content/2026/05/965567/images/e65f2315b32bdd8d7aaaa195ae969278b753ee32ec1a833a76af8588238670d6.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 4](/content/2026/05/965567/images/c3d06a9b4700537ec113bbad1a638617834545d08d8a260eb35879ce9d3fdd8c.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 5](/content/2026/05/965567/images/1bb63a0a16df831687d10ec755ad8352ede7d5e5a340d147853e6fbc9b6fbb63.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 6](/content/2026/05/965567/images/f9591e1938c473937b96a8d619cf0093acf97e63720948a5e4671d0af7684124.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 7](/content/2026/05/965567/images/ebc65386a99bbe507637f5dc4b5b762b15b47e6cfe57b8169ff4eb3af0bb9dbf.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 8](/content/2026/05/965567/images/d7a68d214c48713d70b0b07af370f2b00f1f9222aeff19c85a013824604cef87.jpg)
![PANASONIC NV-GS57GC - [DEMO MODE] - 9](/content/2026/05/965567/images/979e96b03087810212f543a88c41e470208b3da7c6751ceaaa9fab27de7f2d81.jpg)
Others
Others
Indications
Various functions and the movie camera status are shown on the screen.
Basic indications
: Remaining battery power
0h00m00s00f: Time code
15:30:45: Date/Time indication
Recording indications
R0:45: Remaining tape time
- Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)
SP: Standard Play mode
(Recording speed mode) -75-
LP: Long Play mode
(Recording speed mode) -75-
●: Recording -76-
II (Green): Recording pause -76-
II (Green flash):
Standby mode
II (Red): Fade out
: Recording check
-76-
AUTO: Automatic mode -75-
[MNL]: Manual mode -85-
MF: Manual focus -87-
5×: Zoom magnification indication -79-
: Back light mode -80-
: Image stabilizer -84-
1/500: Shutter speed -87-
F2.4: F number -87-
6dB: Gain value -87-
: Soft skin mode -81-
W: Fade (White) -82-
B : Fade (Black) -82-
★: Colour night view function -81-
B : Blank search -77-
ID: Video Light is on (NV-GS57 only) -74-
+: Gain up -74-
ZOOM
Zoom microphone -80-
≈/#: Wind noise reduction -82-
: Sports mode (Scene mode) -85-
: Portrait mode (Scene mode) -85-
: Low light mode (Scene mode) -85-
A : Spotlight mode (Scene mode) -85-
surf & snow mode (Scene mode) -85-
AWB : Auto white balance -86-
102
LSQT1007
: Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) -86-
☀: Outdoor mode -86-
■: White balance adjustment mode -86-
WEB : WEB CAMERA mode (Recording)
Playback indications
●: Recording underway (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
▶: Playback -89-
II: Pause -89-
▶▶: Fast-forward/Cue playback -89-
◀◀: Rewind/Review playback -89-
▶/◀: Slow motion playback -90-
▶/◀: Frame-by-frame playback -90-
2×▶▶: Variable-speed search -91-
▶: Repeat playback -89-
A.DUB ●: Audio dubbing -97-
A.DUB III: Audio dubbing pause -97-
12bit, 16bit: Audio recording mode -101-
: Volume adjustment -89-
WEB : WEB CAMERA mode (Playback)
Card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
Continuous photoshot recording -84-
(S): Self-Timer recording -83-
(White): Photoshot mode
(Green): While the card is being read
(Red): While photoshot recording is activated
(Red): While connected in PC Connection Mode
(Red flash): Using the card that cannot be recognized
( .): Photoshot picture quality -79-
0: Remaining number of photoshot pictures (When the remaining number of photoshot pictures reaches 0, the red indication flashes.)
: Slide show playback -92-
100-0001: Folder/File display
No.00: File number
1: Number of DPOF Setting -94-
On: Lock setting -94-
0.3M: [640×480] Image size
- For images not recorded with this unit, the number of horizontal and vertical pixels may differ so the image size is not displayed.






Others
Warning/alarm indications
If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the movie camera.
Confirmatory indications
☐: A cassette with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position is inserted. No cassette is inserted.
[--]/∅:
The built-in battery is low. -63-
☐: The warning/alarm indication appears when you record yourself. Turn the LCD monitor towards the viewfinder and check the warning/alarm indication.
N: No card is inserted.
REMOTE :
An incorrect remote control mode has been selected. -74-
END:
The tape came to the end during recording.
✗: The video heads are dirty. -109-
Textual indications
DEW DETECT/ EJECT TAPE:
Condensation has occurred. Take out the cassette and wait for a while. It takes some time until the cassette holder opens, but this is not a malfunction. -109-
LOW BATTERY:
The battery is low. Recharge it. -61-
NO TAPE :
No tape is inserted. -66-
TAPE END:
The tape came to the end during recording.
CHECK REC TAB:
You are attempting to record pictures on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position.
You are attempting audio dubbing or digital dubbing on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position.
CHECK REMOTE MODE:
An incorrect remote control mode has been selected. This is only displayed at the first operation of the remote control after powering-on. -74-
WRONG TAPE FORMAT:
You are attempting to play back a tape section that has been recorded with a different TV system. This cassette is incompatible.
UNPLAYABLE CARD:
You are attempting to play back data not compatible with this movie camera.
CLOSE CASSETTE DOOR
The cassette cover is open. Close the cassette cover.
UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED):
Audio dubbing cannot be performed because the original recording was in LP mode.
UNABLE TO A.DUB:
You are attempting to perform audio dubbing on a non-recorded tape.
COPY PROTECTED:
Images cannot be recorded correctly because the medium is protected by a copy guard.
CARD ERROR:
This card is not compatible with this movie camera.
You are attempting to format a failed card. It displays, when you attempt to insert the incompatible card to Card Slot.
NO CARD:
No card is inserted.
CARD FULL:
Card does not have sufficient memory remaining.
Select Card Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files.
NO DATA:
There are not any recorded files on the card.
FILE LOCKED:
You are attempting to erase protected files.
CARD LOCKED:
The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to [LOCK].
NEED HEAD CLEANING:
The video heads are dirty. -109-
PUSH THE RESET SWITCH:
An irregularity in the equipment has been detected. Press the [RESET] button (-59-). This may solve the problem.
CHANGE MODE TO USE USB:
The USB cable is connected to the movie camera in Card Recording Mode.
DISCONNECT USB CABLE:
You are attempting to turn the mode dial in PC Connection Mode with the USB cable connected to the movie camera. You are attempting to record pictures on a tape/card with the USB cable connected to the movie camera.
PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0:
The movie camera is connected to a personal computer that does not support USB 2.0. (Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)







Others
CAN NOT USE USB:
You are connecting the USB cable with the DV cable connected.
CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE:
You are attempting to select the item on the [SCENE MODE] when the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO].
CAN NOT OPERATE (MOTION DV MODE):
You are attempting to change [D.ZOOM] setting during MotionDV Mode.
REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR:
When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.
You are attempting to select an item in [SCENE MODE] when light is on.
You are attempting to select an item other than [OFF] in [SCENE MODE] during colour night view mode.
Functions cannot be used simultaneously
Some functions in the movie camera are disabled or cannot be selected due to its specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by conditions.
| Functions Conditions which disable the functions | |
| Digital zoomFade | When the Card Recording mode is used |
| Image stabilizer | When the Card Recording mode is usedWhen the colour night view function is usedWhen the built-in LED video light lights and the gain up mode is set to on (NV-GS57 only) |
| Backlight compensation | When the iris/gain is setWhen the colour night view function is usedWhen the built-in LED video light lights and the gain up mode is set to on (NV-GS57 only) |
| Help modeBlank searchSoft skinRecording check | While recording to a tape |
| Colour Night View | While recording to a tapeWhen the Card Recording mode is usedWhen the built-in LED video light lights and the gain up mode is set to on (NV-GS57 only) |
| Scene mode | When setting the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO]When the colour night view function is usedWhen the built-in LED video light lights (NV-GS57 only) |
Others
| ●Change of white balance | ●When digital zoom (30× or higher) is used●When the colour night view function is used●When the built-in LED video light lights and the gain up mode is set to on (NV-GS57 only) |
| ●Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain | ●When the colour night view function is used●When the scene mode is used●When the built-in LED video light lights and the gain up mode is set to on (NV-GS57 only) |
| ●Variable-speed search (NV-GS57and NV-GS47 only) | ●During repeat playback |
| ●Deleting files (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) | ●When the write protect switch on the card is set to [LOCK]●When the file is protected |
| ●Formatting (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) | ●When the write protect switch on the card is set to [LOCK] |
| ●Audio dubbing (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) | ●The section of a tape recorded in LP mode●The blank section of a tape●Sounds sent through the DV terminal |
Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)
Power/Body
1: The movie camera power cannot be turned on.
- Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully charged battery.
- The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the movie camera still cannot be used, the battery is faulty.
- Is the LCD monitor open or the viewfinder extend?
2: The movie camera power is turned off automatically. - If you set [POWER SAVE] to [5 MINUTES] and do not operate the movie camera for about 5 continuous minutes, the power is automatically turned off for tape protection and power conservation. To resume recording, turn the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. Then turn it to [ON] again. (-101-) Also, if you set [POWER SAVE] to [OFF], the power does not automatically turn off.
3: The movie camera power does not stay on long enough. - Is the battery low? If the remaining battery power indication is flashing or the message "LOW BATTERY" is displayed, the battery has run down. Charge the battery or attach a fully charged battery. (-61-)
- Has condensation occurred? When you carry the movie camera from a cold place into a warm place, condensation may occur inside it. If so, the power is turned off automatically, disabling all operations except for taking cassettes out. Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (-109-)
4: Battery runs down quickly. - Is the battery fully charged? Charge it with the AC adaptor. (-61-)
- Are you using the battery in an extremely cold place? The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold places, the operating time of the battery becomes shorter.
- Has the battery worn out? The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is still too short even after the battery is fully charged, depending on the usage, the battery has worn out and can no longer be used.
Others
5: The movie camera cannot be operated though powered up. The movie camera does not operate normally.
- The movie camera cannot be operated unless you open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.
- Remove the cassette and then press the [RESET] button. (-108-) If normal conditions are not restored yet, turn off the power. Then, about 1 minute later, turn on the power again. (Conducting the above operation when the access lamp is on may destroy the data on the card.)
6: The cassette cannot be removed.
- Does the status indicator comes on when opening the cassette cover? (-62-) Make sure that the battery and the AC adaptor are properly connected. (-61-)
- Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the battery and remove the cassette.
- Close the cassette cover completely, and fully open it again. (-66-)
7: No operation other than cassette removal can be performed.
- Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (-109-)
8: The remote control does not function. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
- Has the button-type battery of the remote control run out? Replace it with a new button-type battery. (-73-)
- Is the setting on the remote control correct? If the setting on the remote control is not in agreement with the [REMOTE] setting on the movie camera, the remote control does not operate. (-73-)
Recording
1: Recording does not start although power is supplied to the movie camera and the cassette is correctly inserted.
- Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed. (-66-)
- Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new cassette.
- Is the recording mode set? When in the playback mode, recording cannot be performed. (-75-)
- Has condensation occurred? No operation other than cassette removal can be performed when condensation occurs. Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (-109-)
- Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is open, the movie camera may not operate normally. Close the cassette cover. (-66-)
2: The screen has changed suddenly.
- Has the demonstration started? In the Tape Recording mode, if you set [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette and a card, the demonstration starts. For normal use, set this function to [OFF]. (-101-)
3: A cassette cannot be inserted.
- Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears.
4: Auto focus function does not work.
- Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.
- There are some recording subjects and surroundings for which the auto focus does not operate correctly. (-113-) If so, use the manual focus mode to adjust the focus. (-87-)
- Is the colour night view function set? When the colour night view function is working, focusing shifts into the manual mode.
Indications
1: A sentence is displayed in red in the screen centre.
- Read the contents and respond to them. (-103-)
2: The time code becomes inaccurate.
- The time code indication counter may not be constant in the reversed slow-motion playback, but this is not a malfunction.
3: The remaining tape time indication disappears.
- The remaining tape time indication may disappear temporarily during frame-by-frame playback or other operation. If you continue ordinary recording or playback, the indication is restored.
4: The remaining tape time Indication does not match the actual remaining tape time.
- If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously recorded, the remaining tape time cannot be correctly displayed.
- In some cases, the remaining tape time indication may show remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.
5: A function indication such as mode indication, remaining tape time indication, or time code indication is not shown.
- If you set [SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF], indications other than the tape running condition, warning, and date indications disappear.
Others
Playback (Sound)
1: Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the movie camera.
- Is the volume too low? During playback, push the [- ■ / VOL +] lever to display the volume indication and adjust it. (-89-)
2: Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.
- Have you set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX]? If you set [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] and dub audio to a recorded tape, you can hear the sound on recording and the sound dubbed at a later time. To hear the sounds separately, set to ST1 or ST2. (-98-)
- Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing the main sound and sub sound? Set to L to hear main sound, and set to R to hear the sub sound. (-101-)
3: Audio dubbing cannot be performed. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
- Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), audio dubbing cannot be performed. (-66-)
- Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that was recorded in LP mode? LP mode does not allow audio dubbing. (-75-)
4: The original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
- If you perform audio dubbing on a recording made in [16bit] mode, the original sound will be erased. If you wish to preserve the original sound, be sure to select [12bit] mode when recording.
5: Sounds cannot be played back.
- Although a cassette with no audio dubbing is being played, have you set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> ST2? To play back a cassette with no audio dubbing, set [12bit AUDIO] >> ST1. (-98-)
- Is the variable speed search function working? Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the remote control to cancel the variable speed search function. (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only) (-91-)
Playback (Pictures)
1: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during cue or review playback.
- This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction.
2: Horizontal stripes appear on images during cue and review playback.
- Horizontal stripes may appear depending on the scene, but this is not a malfunction.
3: Although the movie camera is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.
- Have you selected video input on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input terminals used for the connection.
4: Playback picture is not clear.
- Are the heads of the movie camera dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. Clean the heads by using the head cleaner for digital video. (-109-)
- If the terminal for the AV cable is soiled, noises may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil off the terminal with a soft cloth, and then connect the cable to the AV terminal.
- Is a picture containing a copyright protection signal (copy guard) being recorded? When a protected picture is played back by the movie camera, mosaic-like patterns appear on the picture.
Card (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
1: Recorded pictures are not clear.
- Have you set [BASIC] >> [PICT. QUALITY] >> [ ] If recording is done with it set to [ ], pictures with fine details may include a mosaic-like pattern. Set [PICT. QUALITY] >> [ ] -79-) (
2: A file recorded on a card cannot be deleted.
- Is the file locked? Locked files cannot be deleted. (-94-)
- For the SD Memory Card, if its write protect switch is set to [LOCK], then deletion is disabled. (-67-)
3: Photoshot playback images do not look normal.
- The picture may be damaged. In order to prevent the loss of image data, backing up on a cassette or a personal computer is recommended.
4: Even if a card is formatted, it cannot be used.
- Either the movie camera or the card may be damaged. Please consult a dealer. Use an SD Memory Card from 8 MB to 2 GB with this unit.
5: During playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is displayed.
- The image was either recorded in a different format, or data is damaged.
Others
Others
1: The indication disappears, the screen is frozen, or no operation can be performed.
- Turn off the power to the movie camera. If the power cannot be turned off, press the [RESET] button, or detach the battery or the AC adaptor and then reattach it. After that, turn on the power again. If normal operation is still not restored, detach the power connected, and consult the dealer who you purchased the movie camera from.
2: "PUSH THE RESET SWITCH" is displayed.
- An irregularity in the movie camera has been automatically detected. Remove the cassette or the card for data protection and then press the [RESET] button. The movie camera will be activated.
- If you do not press the [RESET] button, the power to the movie camera is turned off automatically about 1 minute later.
- Even after you press the [RESET] button, the indication may still appear repeatedly. If so, the movie camera needs repair. Detach the power connected, and consult the dealer who you purchased the movie camera from. Do not attempt to repair the appliance by yourself.
3: Even if connected by the USB cable, the movie camera is not recognized by the PC.
- Is the USB driver installed? For information, refer to the operating instructions for PC connection (separate volume).
4: When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on PC.
- To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the [] icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen.
5: The movie camera malfunctions on editing, dubbing from digital video equipment, or using "MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV" or "SweetMovieLife". (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only)
- If a tape is recorded in multiple modes such as SP and LP (recording mode), 12 bit and 16 bit (sound recording mode), normal and wide, recorded and unrecorded parts, the movie camera may malfunction at a point where the mode switches. When you edit, do not record in multiple modes.
6: The warning/alarm indication [!] appears when the camera is operated in the WEB camera mode.
- Did you press the menu button or the recording start/stop button? You cannot use the menu or record onto the tape/card in the WEB camera mode.
- Is the setting for the remote control correct?
- Did you attempt to play a tape without inserting it? Insert a tape.
- Did you attempt to play a tape with copyright protection (copy guard)? Pictures of the tape with copyright protection (copy guard) cannot be displayed on the PC. (The audio of the tape can be played.)
- Is the USB driver installed? For details, refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.







Others
Cautions for Use
■ About condensation
If you turn the movie camera on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape, condensation Indication [♠] is displayed on the viewfinder or the LCD monitor and the messages [♠DEW DETECT] or [♠EJECT TAPE] (only when the tape is inserted) appear. If so, follow the procedure below.
1 Remove the tape if it is inserted.
- It takes about 20 seconds to open the cassette holder. This is not a malfunction.
2 Leave the movie camera with the cassette cover closed to cool or warm it to the ambient temperature.
●The status indicator blinks for about 1 minute and then the movie camera automatically turns off. Leave it for about 1.5 to 2 hours.
3 Turn the movie camera on again, set it to the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then check if the condensation indication disappears.
Especially in cold areas, moisture may be frozen. If so, it may take more time before the condensation indication disappears.
Watch for condensation even before the condensation indication is displayed.
- If the indicator of the condensation does not display on the LCD monitor and/or the viewfinder and you notice condensation on the lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise condensation may be formed on the heads or the cassette tape.
When the lens is fogged:
Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] and leave the movie camera in this condition for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fogging disappears naturally.
■ About dirty heads
If video heads (the parts that closely contact with the tape) become dirty, normal recording and playback are not properly performed. Clean the heads with the digital video head cleaner.
- Insert the head cleaner into the movie camera, set it to the Tape Playback Mode, and play it back for about 10 seconds. (If you do not stop the playback, it automatically stops about 15 seconds later.)
- We recommend cleaning the heads periodically.
If the heads become dirty, "NEED HEAD CLEANING" appears during recording. During playback, moreover, the following symptoms appear.
● Mosaic-like noise appears partially or the sound is interrupted.
- Black or blue mosaic-like horizontal stripes appear.
- The whole screen becomes black and there is no picture and sound.
When normal playback cannot be performed even after the head cleaning.
One possible cause is that normal recording could not be performed because the heads were dirty at the time of recording. Clean the heads, and perform recording and playback again. If normal playback can be performed, the heads are clean. Before an important recording, be sure to conduct a test recording to make sure that normal recording can be performed.
- If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the problem may be attributable to the tape. If so, try another cassette.
- During playback, the picture or sound may be interrupted momentarily, but this is not a malfunction of the movie camera. (One possible cause is that the playback is interrupted by dirt or dust that momentarily adheres to the heads.)
■ About the movie camera
- When the movie camera is used for a long time, the camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.
Keep the movie camera away from magnetized equipment such as a cellular phones, microwave ovens, TVs, and video game equipment.
- If you use the movie camera on or near a TV, images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation.
- Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or images may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
- Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by digital circuits including microprocessor may adversely affect the movie camera, causing the disturbance of images and sounds.
- If the movie camera is affected by such equipment and does not function properly, turn off the movie camera power and detach the battery or the AC adaptor. Then, connect the battery or the AC adaptor again and turn on the movie camera power.

Others
Do not use your movie camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables.
- If you record pictures near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected.
Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the movie camera.
- If the movie camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the camera body may become deformed and the surface finish may peel off.
- Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the movie camera for a long time.
When you use your movie camera in a sandy or dusty place such as on a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the movie camera. Also, protect the movie camera from getting wet.
- Sand or dust may damage the movie camera or cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing a cassette.)
- If sea water splashes onto the movie camera, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.
While carrying the movie camera, do not drop or bump it.
●A strong impact on the movie camera may break its housing, causing it to malfunction.
Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol for cleaning the movie camera.
- Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out the AC mains lead from the AC mains socket.
- The camera body may be discoloured and the surface finish may peel off.
- Wipe the movie camera with a soft dry cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. To remove stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked in a neutral detergent diluted with water and wipe the movie camera with it. Afterwards, wipe it with a dry cloth.
- When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions.
Do not use this movie camera for surveillance purposes or other business use.
- If you use the movie camera for a long time, the internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction.
- This movie camera is not intended for business use.
When you are not going to use the movie camera for an extended time.
- When storing the unit in a cupboard or a cabinet, it is recommended that you put a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
■ About the battery
The battery used in the movie camera is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is susceptible to temperature and humidity, and the effect of temperature increases with increasing or decreasing temperature. In the low temperature range, the fully charged indication may not appear, or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after the start of use. At high temperature, moreover, the protection function may work, disabling use of the movie camera.
Be sure to detach the battery after use.
- If the battery is left attached to the movie camera, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the movie camera power is [OFF]. If the battery is left attached to the movie camera for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The battery may become unusable after it is charged.
- The battery should be stored in a cool place free from humidity, with as constant temperature as possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C, Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)
- Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.
- If the battery is kept in a high-temperature, high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
- To store the battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you have completely used up the charged capacity.
- Dust and other matter attached to the battery terminals should be removed.
Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.
- Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the period during you want to record pictures in. In cold places such as a ski resort, the period during which you can record pictures is shortened.
- When you travel, do not forget to bring an AC adaptor so that you can recharge the batteries at your destination.
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are deformed.
- Attaching a deformed battery to the movie camera or the AC adaptor may damage the movie camera or the AC adaptor.
Do not throw old battery into fire.
●Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may result in an explosion.
- If the operating time is very short even after the battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.







Others
■ About the AC adaptor
- If the battery is warm, charging requires more time than normal.
- If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] lamp may continue flashing, and the battery may not be charged. After the battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, recharging starts automatically. So, wait for a while. If the lamp still continues flashing even after the recharging, the battery or the AC adaptor may be faulty. If so, please contact a dealer.
- If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC adaptor 1 metre or more away from radio.
- When using the AC adaptor, it may generate whirring sounds. However, this is normal.
●After use, be sure to pull out the AC mains lead from the AC mains socket. (If they are left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.)
●Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor and the battery clean.
■ About the cassette
Never place the cassette in a high temperature place.
●The tape may be damaged, producing mosaic-like noise at the time of playback. When storing the cassette after use, be sure to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it out.
- If the cassette is left for more than 6 months (depending on the storage condition) in the movie camera or stopped midway, the tape may sag and be damaged.
- Once every 6 months, wind the tape to the end and then rewind it to the beginning. If the cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, the tape may be deformed by expansion or shrinkage attributable to temperature and humidity. The wound tape may stick to itself.
- Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), and humidity may damage the tape. Such usage may cause damage to the movie camera and the heads.
●After use, be sure to rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in the case to protect it from dust, and store it upright.
Keep the cassette away from strong magnetism.
- Apparatuses using magnets such as magnetic necklaces and toys have magnetic force that is stronger than expected, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may increase noise.
■ About the card
When inserting or removing the card, always set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].
When the access lamp is illuminated (During access to the card), do not open the card slot cover to pull out the card, turn off the power, or cause any vibrations or impacts.
Do not leave the card in places where there is high temperature or direct sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated. Moreover, do not fold or drop the card, and do not strongly vibrate it.
- The card may break or the contents of the card may be destroyed or erased.
After use, be sure to remove the card from the movie camera for storage.
● After use, or when storing or carrying the card, put it in the storage case.
- Do not allow dust, water, or foreign substances to adhere to the terminals on the back of the card. Moreover, do not touch the terminals with your hand.
■ Folder structure of the card
The folder structure of the card formatted by the movie camera will be displayed on the PC as the illustration below.

- Up to 999 pictures can be recorded on 100CDPFP folder etc.
- Files with the DPOF settings can be recorded on MISC folder.








Others
LCD monitor/viewfinder
LCD monitor
- When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a dry soft cloth.
- In a place with drastic temperature changes, condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth.
- If your movie camera is extremely cold, the LCD monitor is slightly darker than usual immediately after you turn the power on. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to normal brightness.
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 105,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
Viewfinder
Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 67,500 pixels for NV-GS47 and NV-GS27 approximately 113,000 pixels for NV-GS57. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.
Periodical check-ups
- To maintain the highest image quality, we recommend replacing worn parts such as heads after approx. 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends on operating conditions including temperature, humidity and dust.)
Explanation of terms
Automatic white balance
White balance adjustment recognizes the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will become a pure white. The movie camera determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This is called automatic white balance adjustment. However, since the movie camera only stores white colour information under several light sources, automatic white balance adjustment does not function normally under the other light sources.

Outside of the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. For light outside the functional auto white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode.
1) The effective range of automatic white balance adjustment on this movie camera
2) Blue sky
3) TV screen
4) Cloudy sky (rain)
5) Sunlight
6) White fluorescent lamp
7) 2 hours after sunrise or before sunset
8) 1 hour after sunrise or before sunset
9) Halogen light bulb
10) Incandescent light bulb
11) Sunrise or sunset
12) Candlelight







Others
White balance
The image recorded by the movie camera may become bluish or reddish under the influence of light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust the white balance.
White balance adjustment determines the white colour under different light sources. By recognizing which is the white colour under sunlight and which is the white colour under a fluorescent lamp, the movie camera can adjust the balance among the other colours.
Since white colour is the reference of all colours (light), the movie camera can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference white colour.
Auto focus
Auto focus automatically moves the focusing lens forward and backward inside the movie camera to bring the subject into focus.
Auto focus has the following characteristics.
- Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are seen more clearly.
- Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast into focus.
- Focuses on the screen centre only.
Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode.
Recording a subject with one end located closer to the movie camera and the other end farther away from it
- As auto focus adjusts at the centre of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both the foreground and background.
Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass
- The subject behind the glass will not be focused because the focus is on the dirty glass.
Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects
- The recording subject may become blurry because the movie camera focuses on the objects with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects.
Recording a subject in dark surroundings
- The movie camera cannot focus correctly because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably.
Recording a fast-moving subject
- As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically, it cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject.
Recording a subject with little contrast
- A subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry because the movie camera achieves focus based upon the vertical lines of an image.
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Digital Video Camera
Information for your safety
Power source:
DC 7.9/7.2 V
Power consumption:
Recording
2.5 W (When using viewfinder)
3.1 W (When using LCD monitor)
Recording format:
Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format)
Tape used:
6.35 mm digital video tape
Recording/playback time:
SP: 80 min; LP: 120 min (with DVM80)
Video
Recording system:
Digital component
Television system:
CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal
Audio
Recording system:
PCM digital recording
16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch)
Image sensor:
1/6-inch CCD image sensor
Lens:
Auto Iris, F1.8 to F3.9,
Focal length; 1.9 mm to 57.0 mm
Macro (Full range AF)
Filter diameter:
30.5 mm
Zoom:
30:1 Power zoom
Monitor:
2.5-inch LCD
Viewfinder:
(NV-GS57) Colour electronic viewfinder
(NV-GS47 and NV-GS27) Electronic viewfinder
Microphone:
Stereo (with a zoom function)
Speaker:
1 round speaker∅ 20 mm
Standard illumination:
1,400 lx
Minimum required illumination:
2 lx (Colour Night View Mode)
Video output level:
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Audio output level (Line):
316 mV, 600 Ω
USB
Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant
(Hi-Speed) (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47)
(Full-Speed) (NV-GS27)
No copyright protection support
Digital interface:
DV input/output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)
(NV-GS57 and NV-GS47)
DV output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin) (NV-GS27)
Dimensions:
Approx. 82 mm (W) × 69 mm (H) × 120 mm (D)
(excluding the projection part)
Mass:
Approx. 410 g
(without supplied battery, DV cassette and lens cap)
Approx. 480 g
(with supplied battery, DV cassette and lens cap)
Operating temperature:
0 °C to 40 °C
Operating humidity:
10% to 80%
Card memory functions
Recording media (NV-GS57 and NV-GS47 only):
SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/
128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (Maximum))
Please confirm the latest information on the
following website.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs
(This Site is English only.)
Still picture recording file format:
JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based
on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding
Still picture size:
VGA recording: 640×480
WEB camera
Compression:
Motion JPEG
Image size:
320×240 pixels (QVGA)
Frame rate:
Approx. 6 fps
AC adaptor VSK0651
Information for your safety
Power source:
AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
19 W
DC output:
DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Movie camera operation)
DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)
Dimensions:
Approx. 61 mm (W) ×32 mm (H) ×91 mm (D)
Mass:
Approx. 110 g
Mass and dimensions are approximate values.
Specifications may change without prior notice.








Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional)
| PICT. QUALITY | ||
| 8 MB 45 95 | ||
| 16 MB 100 200 | ||
| 32 MB 220 440 | ||
| 64 MB 440 880 | ||
| 128 MB 880 1760 | ||
| 256 MB 1760 3520 | ||
| 512 MB 3520 7040 | ||
| 1 GB 7040 14080 | ||
| 2 GB 14080 28160 |
- The numbers shown in the table are approximations.
• These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.



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∴ m = 3/11

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