NV-GS55EB - Camcorder PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Digital Camcorder
Brand	Panasonic
Model	NV-GS55EB
Recording Media	MiniDV tape
Optical Zoom	10x
Digital Zoom	100x (approx.)
Image Sensor	1/6-inch CCD, 800k pixels
LCD Monitor	2.5-inch color LCD, approx. 105k pixels
Dimensions (W x H x D)	73 x 73 x 108 mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight	Approx. 450 g (without battery and tape)
Power Source	DC 7.9 V / 7.2 V (battery pack or AC adapter)
Battery Pack	Lithium-ion (e.g., CGA-DU12)
Main Functions	Recording, playback, digital still capture, USB streaming (webcam)
Input/Output	USB, AV out (composite), S-Video out, DV (FireWire i.LINK)
Care and Cleaning	Clean lens with soft, dry cloth; avoid moisture and extreme temperatures
Safety Precautions	Do not disassemble; keep away from water; use only specified accessories
Spare Parts and Repairability	Batteries and chargers available online; service by authorized centers
General Information	User manual available for download in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions - NV-GS55EB PANASONIC

How do I transfer videos from the camcorder to my computer?

Use the supplied USB cable or FireWire (i.LINK) connection. Install the provided VideoCam Suite software, then follow the on-screen instructions to capture video.

What type of tape does this camcorder use?

It uses MiniDV cassettes. Regular mini DV tapes (e.g., Panasonic AY-DVM60) are compatible.

How long does the battery last?

The included CGA-DU12 battery lasts about 1-2 hours in normal use. Battery life depends on usage, especially LCD brightness and recording conditions.

Can I use an SD card for recording?

No, the NV-GS55EB records only onto MiniDV tape. The SD card slot is used for storing still images (JPEG) captured in Photo Shot mode.

How do I clean the video heads?

Use a dry-type cleaning cassette designed for MiniDV camcorders. Follow the instructions; do not use wet cleaning tapes as they may damage the heads.

Why is the playback image showing noise or distortion?

This may be due to dirty video heads. Clean the heads with a cleaning cassette. Also ensure the tape is not damaged or the camcorder is not in EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) mode causing artifacts.

Can I use this camcorder as a webcam?

Yes, via the USB connection. Set the mode dial to PC Connection (or WEB CAM), install the driver, and select it as a video source in your app.

How do I set the date and time?

Go to Menu > OTHER FUNCTIONS > CLOCK SET. Use the joystick to adjust year, month, day, hour, and minute. Confirm when done.

What is the maximum still image resolution?

Still images are captured at 640 x 480 pixels (VGA). The image quality is sufficient for small prints or sharing on social media.

How do I enable night mode?

Slide the NIGHT VIEW switch to ON. The camera uses a slow shutter to capture low-light scenes. Use a tripod for best results.

USER MANUAL NV-GS55EB PANASONIC

Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camera

Model No. NV-GS44EB NV-GS55EB

Mini

DV

PAL

MultiMediaCard™

USB

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Information for Your Safety

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment.

AC Adaptor

- The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor.

Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.

If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol.

Before Use

Remove the

Connector Cover as follows.

■ How to replace the Fuse

1) Remove the Fuse Cover with a screwdriver.

2) Replace the fuse and attach the Fuse Cover.

Operating Instructions

● These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-GS44 and NV-GS55.

- The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions show model NV-GS55, however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.

- Depending on the model, some functions are not available.

●Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.

- SD Logo is a trademark.

- All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks of their respective corporations.

Files recorded on a MultiMediaCard or SD Memory Card

It may not be possible to play back files recorded on this Movie Camera that were 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.

- MPEG4 moving pictures recorded in SUPERFINE cannot be recorded on the MultiMediaCard.

Pages for reference

Pages for reference are indicated by dashes on either side of a number, for example: -00-

Use only the recommended accessories.

WARNING

Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

■ 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.

Contents

Information for Your Safety.... 2

Before Use

Standard Accessories.... 5

Optional Accessories.... 5

Controls and Components.... 6

The Remote Controller 8

Power Supply 9

Charging Time and Available Recording Time.... 10

The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt .... 10

Attaching the Lens Cap 11

Attaching the Shoulder Strap.... 11

Inserting a Cassette.... 12

Using a Card.... 12

Turning on the Movie Camera 13

Selecting Modes 13

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor 13

Using the Menu Screen 14

List of Menus 15

Setting Date and Time.... 18

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge.... 18

LP Mode 19

Audio Recording Mode.... 19

Recording Mode

About Recording.... 20

Recording on a Tape 20

Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot) 21

Recording a Moving Picture on a Card (MPEG4).... 22

Quick Start.... 23

Self-timer Recording.... 23

Zoom In/Out Functions.... 23

Digital Zoom Function.... 24

Image Stabilizer Function 24

Fade In/Out Functions 25

Backlight Compensation Function 25

Night View Functions.... 25

Soft Skin Function 26

Wind Noise Reduction Function 26

Cinema Function 26

Recording in Special Situations.... 27

Recording in Natural Colours 27

Adjusting White Balance Manually 28

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment.... 28

Manual Iris Adjustment 29

Manual Focus Adjustment 29

Digital Effect Functions.... 30

Playback Mode

Playing Back a Tape 32

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back..... 32

Slow Motion Playback 33

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback.... 33

Index Search Functions.... 33

Playback Zoom Function.... 34

Playback Digital Effect Functions 35

Playing Back a Card.... 35

Slide Show 36

Creating a Title 37

Adding a Title 37

Writing Printing Data on a Card.... 38

Protecting the Files on a Card 38

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card ...... 38

Formatting a Card 39

Enlarging a Movie Picture Size 39

Playing Back on Your TV 40

Editing Mode

Recording from a Tape onto a Card.... 41

Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape.... 41

Audio Dubbing.... 41

Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette.... 42

Recording the Contents of Other Equipment.... 43

Using the DV Cable for Recording 43

With a PC

USB Connection Kit.... 44

Using as a Web Camera or with DV STUDIO 44

Using a Card in a Personal Computer...... 44

Others

Indications 46

Initializing the Modes.... 47

Warning/Alarm Indications 47

Notes and Hints.... 48

Cautions for Use.... 54

Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions) 58

Explanation of Terms 59

Specifications

Specifications 61

Index.... 63

Before Use

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

●For UK customers: 08705 357357 ●For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333 - Visit our website for product information •E-mail: [e-mail]

Technical Support for AV Software

●For callers in UK: 08701 505610 ●For callers in ROI: 0044 8701 505610

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays).
• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk.
• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
• It couldn't be simpler!
• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Standard Accessories

Illustrated are accessories supplied with the Movie Camera.

Optional Accessories

1) AC Adaptor (VW-AD10B) 2) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGA-DU07/680mAh) 3) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGA-DU14/1360mAh) 4) Battery Pack (Lithium/CGA-DU21/2040mAh) 5) Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW2707N2E) 6) Tele Conversion Lens (VW-LT2714N2E) 7) ND Filter (VW-LND27E) 8) MC Protector (VW-LMC27E) 9) Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS2E) 10) Video DC Light (VW-LDC10E) 11) Light Bulb for Video DC Light (VZ-LL10E) 12) Shoe Adaptor (VW-SK11E) 13) Tripod (VW-CT45E) 14) Snow & Rain Jacket (VW-SJGS55E) 15) DV Cable (VW-CD1E) 16) DV Editing Software with DV Interface Board (VW-DTM41E) 17) DV Editing Software (VW-DTM40E)

18) SD Memory Card Application Software (VW-SWA1E)

- "TitleStudio" software for title creation, and "SD-Jukebox" software for recording music are included. (However, this Movie Camera cannot play back music.)

19) SD Memory Card (RP-SD032/RP-SD064/RP-SD128/RP-SDH256/RP-SDH512)

20) PC Card Adaptor for SD Memory Card (BN-SDABPE)

21) USB Reader Writer for SD Memory Card (BN-SDCAPE)

- Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

Controls and Components

Movie Camera

① LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN▼] -13- ② LCD Monitor -13-, -57-

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD Monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

③ Card Slot Cover Open Lever [OPEN] -12- ④ Card Slot -12- ⑤ Card Slot Cover -12- ⑥ Colour Night View Button [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW] -25- ⑦ Soft Skin Button [SOFT SKIN] -26- ⑧ Tele Macro Button [TELE MACRO] -24- ⑨ Multi Button [MULTI] -30-, -36- Picture-in-Picture Button [P-IN-P] -31- 10 Recording Check Button [☐] -20- Recording Button [REC] (Available only with NV-GS55) -43- 11 Backlight Button [BACK LIGHT] -25- ⑫ Pause Button [III] -33-, -35- Still Button [STILL] -21- 13 Fast Forward/Cue Button [▶▶] -32-, -35- 14 Play Button [▶] -32-, -35- Enter Button [ENTER] -14- 15 Stop Button [■] -32-, -35- Fade Button [FADE] -25- 16 Rewind/Review Button [◀◀] -32-, -35- 17 Card Access Lamp -12- 18 Menu Button [MENU] -14-

19 Lens Hood -57- 20 Recording Lamp -20- 21 Lens 22 Microphone (built-in, stereo) -24-, -26- 23 Lock Button -11- 24 Lock Cover -11- 25 Accessory Shoe

- Accessories, such as a stereo microphone (VW-VMS2E; optional), are attached here.

26 Eyecup 27 Power LCD Button [POWER LCD] -14- Power LCD Lamp -14-

28 Cassette Holder 29 Cassette Compartment Cover -12- 30 Speaker -32- 31 USB Socket [ ] -44- 32 S-Video Input/Output Socket [S-VIDEO IN/OUT] (Input function on NV-GS55 Model only) -40- 33 White Balance Sensor -28- Remote Control Sensor -9- 34 Socket for Free Style Remote Controller with Mic [REMOTE] -21- Microphone Socket [MIC]

• When connecting an external microphone or audio equipment to this socket, the built-in microphone does not operate. -52-
• When connecting the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic to this socket and the

[TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate. -21-

- When connecting the pin plug of the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic to this socket, plug it in as far as it goes.

- A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used.

- The microphone may make noises depending on the type of it. In this case, we recommend using the battery for the Movie Camera.

35 Audio-Video Input/Output Socket [AV IN/OUT] (Input function on NV-GS55 Model only) -40- Headphone Socket [PHONES]

- Connecting an AV Cable to this socket activates the Movie Camera's built-in speaker, but connecting a headphone, etc. deactivates it.

- When connecting the pin plug of the AV Cable to this socket, plug it in as far as it goes.

- When using headphones, set [AV JACK] of the [AV IN/OUT] (NV-GS55 only) or [INITIAL] sub-menu to [OUT/PHONES]. If you set [AV JACK] to [OUT], you may hear noises on the right.

36 DV Terminal [DV] (Input function on NV-GS55 Model only) -43-

- Connect this to the digital video equipment.

37 Viewfinder -13-, -57-

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.

38 Eyepiece Corrector Knob -13-

39 Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -21-, -41-

40 Zoom Lever [W/T] [-VOL/JOG+] -23-

41 Cassette Eject Lever [OPEN/EJECT] -12-

42 Reset Button [RESET] -48-

43 Mode Dial -13-

44 Quick Start Recording Button [QUICK START] -23-

Quick Start Recording Lamp -23-

45 Recording Start/Stop Button -20-, -22-

46 Power Switch [OFF/ON] -13-, -20-, -54-

47 Power Lamp -13-, -20-, -32-

48 Mode Selector Switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] -20-, -27-

49 Shoulder Strap Holders -11-

50 Grip Belt (One-touch Free Style Grip Belt) -10-

51 Battery Eject Button [PUSH BATT] -10-

52 Battery Holder

53 Tripod Receptacle

- Used for mounting the Movie Camera on an optional tripod.

Remote Controller

Using the wireless Remote Controller that is supplied with the Movie Camera, most of the Movie Camera functions can be operated from a distance.

54 Date/Time Button [DATE/TIME] -47-

55 Indication Output Button [OSD] -40-

56 Display Button [DISPLAY] -47-

57 Reset Button [RESET] -60-

58 Recording Button [●REC] (Available only with NV-GS55) -43-

59 Audio Dubbing Button [A.DUB] -41-

60 Cursor Buttons for Variable Speed Search Function [▲, ▼] -33- Direction Buttons for Playback Zoom Function [▲, ◀, ▶, ▼] -34-

61 Slow Motion/Still Advance Buttons [◀, ▶] (◀: reverse, ▶: forward) -33- 62 Index Search Buttons [|◀◀, ▶▶] (|◀◀: reverse, ▶▶|: forward) -34- 63 Selection Button [SELECT] -35- 64 Store Button [STORE] -35- 65 Off/On Button [OFF/ON] -35- 66 Zoom/Volume Button [ZOOM/VOL] -23-, -32-, -34- 67 Variable Speed Search Button [VAR. SEARCH] -33- 68 Menu Button [MENU] -14-

69 Photoshot Button [PHOTO SHOT] -21-, -41- 70 Title Button [TITLE] -37- 71 Multi-Picture/Picture-in-Picture Button [MULTI/P-IN-P] -30-, -36- 72 Rewind/Review Button [◀◀] -32-, -35- 73 Pause Button [III] -33-, -35- 74 Stop Button [■] -32-, -35- 75 Recording Start/Stop Button [START/STOP] -20-, -22- 76 Play Button [▶] -32-, -35- 77 Fast-forward/Cue Button [▶▶] -32-, -35- 78 Playback Zoom Button [P.B. ZOOM] -34- 79 Enter Button [ENTER] -14-

■ Free Style Remote Controller with Mic

This controller allows the scene to be shot from various angles, high to low, and is also convenient when the Tripod is used. When the controller is not in use, attach the clip to the Grip Belt for convenience.

This controller allows the Movie Camera to be for left-handed users.

80 Microphone [MIC] -21- 81 Recording Start/Stop Button [REC]

82 Zoom Lever [W/T]

- Zoom speed changes in 2 stages.

83 Photo Shot Button [PHOTO SHOT]

84 Microphone Switch Button [TALK] -21- - When the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic is connected to the [REMOTE] socket and the [TALK] button is pressed, the narration microphone is activated and the built-in microphone on the Movie Camera is deactivated.

85 Clip

- Insert the plug securely into the [REMOTE] socket as far as it will go. A loose connection will spoil normal operation.

The Remote Controller

- Inserting a Button-type Battery

Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button-type battery.

1 While pressing the Stopper ①, pull out the Battery Holder.

2 Insert the button-type battery with the (+) marking facing upward.

3 Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.

- When the button-type battery is exhausted, replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery

is normally expected to last about 1 year.

However, it depends on operation frequency.)

- Make sure to match the poles correctly when inserting the battery.

WARNING

"THE LITHIUM BATTERY IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2025 MANUFACTURED BY PANASONIC). IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT MUST THEREFORE ONLY BE FITTED IN EQUIPMENT DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR ITS USE.

REPLACEMENT BATTERIES MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MANUFACTURER. THEY MUST BE FITTED IN THE SAME MANNER AND LOCATION AS THE ORIGINAL BATTERY, WITH THE CORRECT POLARITY CONNECTIONS OBSERVED.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-CHARGE THE OLD BATTERY OR RE-USE IT FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE. IT SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF IN WASTE PRODUCTS DESTINED FOR BURIAL RATHER THAN INCINERATION."

Using the Remote Controller

1 Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor 33 of the Movie Camera and press an appropriate button.

• Distance from the Movie Camera: Within approximately 5 metres
• Angle: Within approximately 15 degrees in the vertical and horizontal directions from the central axis
• The above operating ranges are for indoor use. Outdoors or under strong light, the Movie Camera may not operate properly even within the above ranges.
• Within a 1-metre range, you can also use the Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor side of the Movie Camera.

Selecting Remote Controller Modes

When 2 Movie Cameras are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Controller Modes.

- If the Remote Controller Mode of the Movie Camera and that of the Remote Controller do not match, [REMOTE] Indication is displayed.

Setup on the Movie Camera:

Set [REMOTE] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Controller Mode. (-16-)

Setup on the Remote Controller:

[VCR1]:

Press the [▶] Button and [■] Button simultaneously. ①

[VCR2]:

Press the [◀] Button and [■] Button simultaneously. ②

- When the battery in the Remote Controller is replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode.

Power Supply

Using the AC Adaptor

1 Connect the DC Input Lead to the Movie Camera. 2 Connect the DC Input Lead to the AC Adaptor. 3 Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Adaptor and the AC mains socket.

- The AC Mains Lead's outlet plug does not fit entirely into the AC Adaptor socket. A gap will remain as shown ①.

- Before connecting or disconnecting the power supply, set the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Movie Camera to [OFF] and make sure that Power Lamp is not lit.

Using the Battery

Before use, fully charge the Battery.

• We recommend using Panasonic's Battery.
• We cannot guarantee the quality of this Movie Camera when batteries of other companies are used.

1 Attach the Battery to the AC Adaptor and charge it.

- Since the Battery will not be charged when the DC Input Lead is connected to the AC Adaptor, disconnect it from the AC Adaptor.

●The [CHARGE] Lamp lights up, and charging starts.

- When the [CHARGE] Lamp goes off, charging is completed.

- When charging the overdischarged battery, the [CHARGE] lamp blinks at first, but the battery is charged normally. When the temperature of the battery is too high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp blinks and the charging time becomes longer than usual.

2 Attach the charged Battery to the Movie Camera.

Disconnecting the Power Source

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 46 to [OFF] and, while pressing the [PUSH BATT] Button 51, slide the Battery or DC Input Lead upward to disconnect it.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -48-.

Charging Time and Available Recording Time

Ⓐ Charging Time ⑧ Maximum Continuous Recording Time © Intermittent Recording Time

(Intermittent Recording Time is the available recording time with repeated recording and stopping actions.)

"1h10min." indicates 1 hour and 10 minutes.

●Battery CGA-DU07 is supplied. - The times shown in the table are approximate times. The numbers indicate the recording time when the Viewfinder is used. The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the LCD Monitor is used. In actual use, the available recording time may be shorter. - The times shown in the table are for continuous recording at a temperature of 25°C and humidity of 60% . If the Battery is charged at a higher or lower temperature, the charging time may be longer. - The available recording time becomes shorter if you use both of Viewfinder and LCD Monitor simultaneously when using the 0 Lux Night View function, rotating the LCD Monitor frontward to record yourself or setting [EVF ON/AUTO] to [ON].

The One-touch Free Style Grip Belt

To Use as a Grip Belt

Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand.

1 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

2 Adjust the length of the Grip Belt to the size of your hand.

3 Reattach the Grip Belt.

■ To Use as a Hand Strap

Using the Grip Belt as the hand strap makes it easier to handle and carry a Movie Camera. It is more convenient to use with the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic.

1 Open the Lock Cover 24 by holding the tabs on both sides ①, press the Lock Button 23 and detach the Grip Belt.

2 Detach the end of the Grip Belt.

3 Slide A to the direction of the arrow and reattach the Grip Belt.

4 Attach the Grip Belt around your wrist.

- When returning the Grip Belt to the Grip Belt Attachment, press the Lock Cover ② to ensure that it is securely locked.

Attaching the Lens Cap

To protect the Lens surface, attach the Lens Cap.

1 Pass one end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Lens Cap. Then pass the other end through the loop made by itself and pull tight.

2 Pass the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the hole in the Grip Belt Attachment and the Lens Cap through the Lens Cap Cord.

- The removed Lens Cap can be hooked onto the Grip Belt. (It is not possible when using as a hand strap.)

- When you are not recording, be sure to cover the Lens with the Lens Cap for protection.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

We recommend that you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out of doors to record so as to avoid dropping the Movie Camera.

1 Pull the end of the Shoulder Strap through the Shoulder Strap Holder on the Movie Camera.

2 Fold the end of the Shoulder Strap, run it through the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster, and pull it.

- Pull it out more than 2 cm ① from the Shoulder Strap Length Adjuster so that it cannot slip off.

- Attach the other end of the Shoulder Strap to the other Shoulder Strap Holder in the same way.

Inserting a Cassette

1 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever 41 toward the front and pull down to open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

2 Insert a Cassette.

3 Close the Cassette Holder by pressing the [PUSH] mark ①.

4 Close the Cassette Compartment Cover.

■ Accidental Erasure Prevention

Opening the accidental erasure prevention slider ① on the cassette (by sliding it to the [SAVE] arrow direction) prevents recording. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure

prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow direction).

- For other notes concerning this item, see -48-.

Using a Card

A Card can be used to record pictures.

■ Caution before inserting/removing a Card

Be sure to turn off the Movie Camera.

- Otherwise, the Movie Camera may not function properly or it may cause the loss of recorded data in a Card.

- Inserting a Card

1 Slide the [OPEN] Lever ③ to open the Card Slot Cover ⑤.

2 While holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right ①, insert it into the Card Slot ④.

3 Close the Card Slot Cover ⑤ securely.

Removing the Card

Open the Card Slot Cover and press the centre of the Card and then pull it straight out.

●After removing the Card, close the Card Slot Cover. - The Movie Camera may be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is fully inserted.

Card Access Lamp 17

While the Movie Camera is accessing the Card (reading, recording, playback or erasing), Card Access Lamp lights up.

- While Card Access Lamp is on, never attempt to open the Card Slot Cover, to pull out the Card, to turn off the Movie Camera, or to turn the Mode Dial. Such actions will damage the

Card, and recorded data, and cause the Movie Camera to malfunction.

Turning on the Movie Camera

How to Turn on the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 46 to [ON] while pressing the button ①.

●The [POWER] Lamp 47 lights up.

How to Turn off the Power

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 46 to [OFF] while pressing the button ①.

Selecting Modes

You can choose a desired mode by rotating the Mode Dial.

1 Rotate the Mode Dial 43.

:Tape Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording pictures on a tape. Also, you can record still pictures on the card simultaneously during recording on a tape.

: Tape Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded scene on a tape.

:Card Recording Mode

Use this mode when recording still picture or moving picture on a card.

:Picture Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded still picture on a card.

MPEG4 Playback Mode

Use this mode when playing back the recorded moving picture on a card.

PC :PC Mode

Use this mode when you want to connect the Movie Camera to your Personal Computer.

Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor

Using the Viewfinder

Before using the Viewfinder, adjust the field of view so that the displays inside the Viewfinder become clear and easy to read.

1 Pull the Viewfinder.

2 Adjust by turning the Eyepiece Corrector Knob 38.

To Use the Viewfinder at the Same Time as the LCD Monitor

Set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON].

• The Viewfinder does not turn off even if the LCD Monitor is opened.
• When you turn the Movie Camera off, this setting is cancelled.

Using the LCD Monitor

With the LCD Monitor open, you can also record the picture while watching it.

1 Put a finger on the [OPEN▼] Knob ① and pull the LCD Monitor ② out in the direction of the arrow.

●The Viewfinder is deactivated. - The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum of 120°. If you open the LCD monitor by 120°, it becomes convenient to operate menus or to play back pictures.

2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to the desired recording angle.

- The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 180° ① from the vertical position upwards and a maximum of 90° ② to the downward direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor

beyond these ranges will damage the Movie Camera.

Closing the LCD Monitor

Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.

● Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed.

■ Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level

When [LCD/EVF SET] on the [LCD/EVF]

Sub-Menu is set to [YES], the following items are displayed.

LCD Brightness [LCD BRIGHTNESS]

Adjusts the brightness of the image on the LCD screen.

LCD Colour Level [LCD COLOUR LEVEL]

Adjusts the colour saturation of the image on the LCD screen.

Brightness of the Viewfinder [EVF BRIGHTNESS]

Adjusts the brightness of the image in the Viewfinder.

To Adjust

Press the [■/■] Button and select the item to be adjusted, and then press the [◀◀/▶▶] Button to raise or lower the number of vertical bars in the Bar Indication.

●A larger number of vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or colour saturation.

To Increase the Brightness of the Entire LCD Monitor

Press the [POWER LCD] Button.

When you press [POWER LCD] button, the LCD monitor becomes bright about twice as much as usual.

The [POWER LCD] Lamp 27 lights up.

- When turning the power on using the AC adaptor, the [POWER LCD] function is automatically effective.

To resume normal brightness:

Press the [POWER LCD] button again.

- These adjustments do not affect the recorded images.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -57-.

Using the Menu Screen

To facilitate the selection of a desired function or setup, this Movie Camera displays various function setups on menus.

- When operating the menu with the viewfinder, set [LCD/EVF] >> [EVF ON/AUTO] >> [ON] or rotate the LCD monitor by 180°.

1. Press the [MENU] button 18.

- The menu corresponding to the mode selected by using the Mode Dial 43 is displayed.

2. Press the [■/■] button to select a desired sub-menu.

- Press the [■/■] button to display the highlighted item.

3. Press the [▶▶] button to display the selected sub-menu.

4. Press the [11/■] button to select the item.

5. Press the [▶▶] button to display the selected item.

6 Press the [■/■] Button to select the desired mode and press [ENTER] Button to determine the setting.

- While a Menu is displayed, you cannot record or play back. Menus can be displayed during playback but not during recording. The above operations can be done using the [MENU] Button, [▲, ◀, ▶, ▼] Buttons and [ENTER] Button on the Remote Controller. (-7-)

To Return the Previous Screen

Press the [◀◀] Button.

To Exit the Menu Screen

Press the [MENU] Button again.

About the Menu Mode Setting

The setting selected on the Menu will be retained even when the Movie Camera is turned off. However, if the Battery or AC Adaptor is disconnected before turning off the Movie Camera, the selected setup may not be retained. (The setups of [EFFECT2] (-30-) are not retained.)

- Menu operation flow is shown in this text by >>.

■ File Selection in the Picture/MPEG4 Playback Mode

A File Selection Operation may be necessary during Menu Operations. In this case, carry out the following procedure.

1 Press the [■/■/◄◄/►►] Button and select a file.

●The selected file is marked by a frame.

2 Press the [ENTER] Button 14 to confirm the selection of the file.

- After the above File Selection Procedure, carry out the various Menu Operations. (The above procedure will not be repeated in the following instructions.)

List of Menus

The figures of the Menus are for explanation purposes only, and they are different from the actual Menus.

TAPE RECORDING MENU

Tape Recording Mode

1) [CAMERA]

Camera Setup Sub-Menu

[PROG.AE]

Auto Exposure Mode -27-

[SIS]

Image Stabilizer -24-

[D.ZOOM]

Digital Zoom -24-

[SELF TIMER]

Self-timer Recording -23-

[USB FUNCTION]

USB Functions Mode -44-

If you press the [◀◀] button, the menu returns to the previous screen.

2) [DIGITAL]

Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[EFFECT1]

Digital Effects 1 -30-

[EFFECT2]

Digital Effects 2 -30-

[MULTI MODE]

Multi-Picture Mode -30-

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -37-

3) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality -21-

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation -37-

4) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode -19-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode -19-

[SCENE INDEX]

Scene Index Mode -34-

[WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction -26-

[ZOOM MIC]

Zoom Microphone -24-

[CINEMA]

Cinema-like Format Recording -26-

5) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -47-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -47-

[C.DISPLAY]

Counter Display Mode -47-

[C.RESET]

Counter Reset -60-

- It resets the counter to zero. However, it cannot reset the Time Code.

6) [LCD/EVF]

LCD/EVF Setup Sub-Menu

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -14-

[SELF REC]

Recording Yourself -23-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -13-

7) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[BLANK SEARCH]

Blank Search -21-

[DEMO MODE]

Demonstration Mode

- If no operation takes place for approximately 10 minutes after the AC Adaptor is connected to the Movie Camera and the [OFF/ON] Switch is turned to [ON] without inserting a Cassette or a Card, the Movie Camera is automatically set to Demonstration Mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the Demonstration Mode is cancelled. The Demonstration Mode can be started by setting [DEMO MODE] to [ON] and by exiting the Menu. To terminate the Demonstration Mode, insert a Cassette or set the [DEMO MODE] to [OFF].

[AV JACK]

AV Socket -58-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -9-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp -20-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound -49-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting -18-

[INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode -47-

TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

Tape Playback Mode

1) [PLAYBACK]

Playback Functions Sub-Menu

[SEARCH]

Index Search Mode -34-

[12bit AUDIO]

Audio Selector -42-

[AUDIO OUT]

Audio Output Mode -52-

2) [AV IN/OUT]

Audio-Video Input/Output Setup Sub-Menu

(NV-GS55 only)

[AV JACK]

AV Socket -41-

[A.DUB INPUT]

Audio Dubbing Input -41-

[DV OUT]

Analog-Digital Conversion Output -54-

3) [DIGITAL]

Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[EFFECT ON]

Digital Effect On/Off -35-

[EFFECT SEL]

Digital Effect Selection -35-

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -37-

4) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality -21-

[MPEG4 MODE]

MPEG4 Picture Quality -22-

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation -37-

5) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[REC SPEED]

Recording Speed Mode -19-

[AUDIO REC]

Audio Recording Mode -19-

6) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

- All of the items on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE RECORDING MENU] Main-Menu.

7) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -14-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -13-

[INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[BLANK SEARCH]

Blank Search -21-

[AV JACK] (NV-GS44 only)

AV Socket -58-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -9-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp -20-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound -49-

[CARD RECORDING MENU]

Card Recording Mode

1) [CAMERA]

Camera Setup Sub-Menu

[PROG.AE]

Auto Exposure Mode -27-

[SHTR EFFECT]

Shutter Effect -49-

- You can add a sound like releasing the shutter.

[SELF TIMER]

Self-timer Recording -23-

2) [DIGITAL]

Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -37-

3) [CARD]

Card Setup Sub-Menu

[PICT QUALITY]

Picture Quality -21-

[MPEG4 MODE]

MPEG4 Picture Quality -22-

[CREATE TITLE]

Title Creation -37-

[BURST MODE]

Continuous Photoshot -22-

4) [RECORDING]

Recording Setup Sub-Menu

[WIND CUT]

Wind Noise Reduction -26-

5) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -47-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -47-

6) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level

- All of the items on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE RECORDING MENU].

7) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Socket -58-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -9-

[REC LAMP]

Recording Lamp -20-

[BEEP SOUND]

Beep Sound -49-

[CLOCK SET]

Date and Time Setting -18-

[INITIAL SET]

Initial Setting Mode -47-

Deleting a File Sub-Menu

[FILEBYSEL]

Selecting and Deleting a File -38-

[ALL FILES]

Deleting All Files -39-

[TITLE BY SEL]

Selecting and Deleting a Title -39-

2) [EDITING]

Editing a File Sub-Menu

[FILE LOCK]

Setting the Lock -38-

[DPOF SET]

Setting DPOF -38-

[CARD FORMAT]

Formatting a Card -39-

3) [DIGITAL]

Playback Digital Setup Sub-Menu

[TITLE IN]

Adding a Title -37-

4) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

- All of the items on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu are the same as those on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE RECORDING MENU].

5) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -14-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -13-

6) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Socket -58-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -9-

Deleting a File Sub-Menu

[FILEBYSEL]

Selecting and Deleting a File -38-

[ALL FILES]

Deleting All Files -39-

2) [EDITING]

Editing a File Sub-Menu

[FILE LOCK]

Setting the Lock -38-

[CARD FORMAT]

Formatting a Card -39-

3) [DISPLAY]

Display Setup Sub-Menu

[SCREEN]

Screen Setting -39-

[DISPLAY]

Display Mode -47-

[DATE/TIME]

Date and Time Indication -47-

4) [LCD/EVF]

Adjusting Brightness and Colour Level

[LCD/EVF SET]

LCD and Viewfinder Adjustment -14-

[EVF ON/AUTO]

Using the Viewfinder -13-

5) [INITIAL]

Initial Setup Sub-Menu

[AV JACK]

AV Socket -58-

[REMOTE]

Remote Controller Mode -9-

Setting Date and Time

Since the internal clock of the Movie Camera has a slight imprecision, make sure to check the time before recording.

1 Set [INITIAL] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].

2 Press the [■/■] Button to select [YEAR], [MONTH], [DAY], [HOUR] or [MIN.] and press the [◀◀/▶▶] Button to set it to the desired value.

●Year will cycle in the order shown below. 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...

3 Press the [MENU] Button 18 to finish setting the date and time.

- The clock operation starts from [00] second.

- If the built-in battery is weak, the [∅] Indication flashes. In this case, charge the built-in battery.

●The clock uses the 24-hour system.

Internal Lithium Battery Recharge

The internal lithium battery sustains the operation of the clock. When the [∅] Indication flashes, the internal lithium battery is near exhaustion.

1 Connect the AC Adaptor to the Movie Camera with the power turned off and then connect to the AC Mains socket.

● After charging for 4 hours, the built-in lithium battery can power the clock for approximately 3 months.

WARNING

THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER.

LP Mode

A desired recording speed can be selected with [REC SPEED] on the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu. If LP Mode is selected, the recording time becomes 1.5 times longer than that of SP Mode.

Although the image quality does not decrease with the LP Mode recording, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image, or some normal functions may be restricted.

• The contents that are recorded in LP Mode are not completely compatible with other equipment. ●Audio dubbing is not possible with LP Mode. (-41-)

Audio Recording Mode

The sound quality of the recorded sound can be selected with [AUDIO REC] on the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu.

High sound-quality recording is possible with "16 bit 48 kHz 2 track" Mode. With the "12 bit 32 kHz 4 track" Mode, the original sound can be recorded on 2 tracks in stereo, while the other 2 tracks can be used for Audio Dubbing.

Recording Mode

About Recording

When recording pictures on a tape, set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode [ ]

When recording still pictures or moving pictures on a card, set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode [ ]

When recording with the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 48 set to [AUTO], the Movie Camera automatically adjusts the focus and white balance. In some cases, they cannot be adjusted automatically and need to be adjusted manually. (-28-, -29-)

- Before turning on the power, remove the Lens Cap. If the Lens Cap is still attached when the power is turned on, Automatic White Balance Adjustment (-28-) may not function correctly.

- When the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 6 minutes, the power is turned off automatically for tape protection and power conservation. (If the AC Adaptor is used, the power is turned off only when the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode.) When the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 6 minutes, the power is turned off automatically.

To resume recording from this condition, turn off, then turn on the power again.

Recording Lamp

The Recording Lamp 20 lights up during recording and alerts those being recorded that recording is in progress.

- The Recording Lamp does not light up if the [REC LAMP] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu is set to [OFF].

Recording on a Tape

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 46 to [ON].

●The [POWER] Lamp 47 lights up.

2 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Tape Recording Mode.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45.

- Recording starts.

●After the [RECORD] is displayed, it changes to [REC].

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 again to pause the recording.

●The [PAUSE] Indication is displayed.

- Even if the Mode Dial is set to Tape Recording Mode and recording to a tape is in progress, you can also record a still picture on a card by pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

To Check the Recording

By pressing the [G] Button 10 briefly in the Recording Pause Mode, you can play back the last few seconds of the recorded scene.

- The [CHK] Indication is displayed. After checking, the Movie Camera resumes the Recording Pause Mode.

Finding the End of Recording (Blank Search Function)

The Blank Search Function aids you in locating the end of the recording on the Cassette quickly.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [INITIAL] >> [BLANK SEARCH] >> [YES].

• The [BLANK] Indication appears during the Blank Search.
• Approximately 1 second before the last recorded scene, the Movie Camera switches to the Recording Pause Mode or the Still Playback Mode.
• If there is no blank left on the Cassette, the Movie Camera stops at the end of the tape.

To Cancel Blank Search Before Completion Press the [■] Button.

■ To Add a Sound while Recording

With the supplied Free Style Remote Controller with Mic connected to the [REMOTE] Socket 34, you can add a narration while recording is in progress.

While the [TALK] Button 84 is pressed, the [J] Indication is displayed and the sound is recorded from [MIC] 80.

- While the [TALK] Button is pressed, the built-in microphone does not operate.

Digital Still Picture

When the [STILL] Button 12 is pressed, images become still pictures. When the button is pressed again, the Digital Still Picture Mode is cancelled.

- We recommend that you press the [STILL] Button first at the position where you wish to record the still picture so as to enter the Digital Still Picture Mode and then press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

Progressive Photoshot

When the [P] Indication is displayed, Progressive Photoshot Function works.

You can record still pictures as frame still pictures with higher quality by this function.

• The Progressive Photoshot Function may not be activated depending on the function you use. (-47-)
• To record still pictures with higher quality, we recommend setting to the Card Recording Mode. (To activate the progressive function regardless of the function you use)
• When you record the tape and the card simultaneously, the progressive function is not activated.

Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot)

Still pictures can be recorded on the Memory Card from the Movie Camera.

1. Set the Mode Dial 43 to Card Recording Mode.

2. Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 39.

- The [P] indicator lights up in red.

Selecting the Quality of Photoshot Images

1. Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] >> [PICT QUALITY] >> a desired image quality.

Maximum number of images recordable on the supplied Card (8MB)

FINE (high image quality): approximately 44 pictures

NORMAL (normal image quality): approximately 85 pictures

ECONOMY (low image quality): approximately 180 pictures

● These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.

Continuous Photoshot

The still pictures can be recorded on a Card at regular intervals.

1. Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] >> [BURST MODE] >> [ON].

- The [ ] indication appears.

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 39.

- When [ON] is selected, still pictures can be recorded at approximately 0.5-second intervals until the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is released or 10 pictures have been recorded.

Recording a Moving Picture on a Card (MPEG4)

You can record moving pictures on a Card. The recorded data can also be played back on Windows Media Player (version 6.4 and later).

- When the Mode Dial 43 is set to Card Recording Mode, you cannot record to the Tape.

1 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Card Recording Mode.

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45.

- It takes 1 to 2 seconds to start recording.

- During recording, the [MRP] indicator lights up in red.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 again to pause the recording.

● The maximum continuous recording times are approximately 120 minutes.

The Movie Camera will automatically stop recording when the relevant time listed above has elapsed.

- When the Remaining Time Indication becomes [R:0h00m], this indication flashes in red. Recording may not be started.

- The picture size of the moving picture (MPEG4) is set to be:

- When attaching to e-mail, we recommend the file size to be less than 1MB.

SUPERFINE : approximately 8 seconds

FINE : approximately 15 seconds

NORMAL : approximately 20 seconds

ECONOMY : approximately 1 minute

- For other notes concerning this item, see -49-.

Selecting the Quality of MPEG4 Recording images

1 Set [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CARD] >> [MPEG4 MODE] >> a desired image quality.

Maximum recording time on the supplied Card (8MB)

SUPERFINE : approximately 1 minute

FINE : approximately 2 minutes

NORMAL : approximately 3 minutes

ECONOMY : approximately 8 minutes

• These figures vary depending on the scene.

Recording Yourself

By opening the LCD Monitor and rotating it frontward (to the lens side), you can let the subject in front of the Movie Camera monitor the shot while recording is in progress.

• When the LCD Monitor is opened, the Viewfinder is disabled automatically. However, when the LCD Monitor is rotated frontward, the image is also shown in the Viewfinder.
• If you prefer to have the image on the LCD Monitor to look like an image in a mirror, set [SELF REC] on the [LCD/EVF] Sub-Menu to [MIRROR]. Images are recorded normally and no left and right reversal occurs.

Quick Start

By pressing the [QUICK START] Button 44, and the Movie Camera will be ready for recording in approximately 1.3 seconds after the Movie Camera is turned on.

1 Press the [QUICK START] Button 44.

- The Quick Start Recording Lamp 44 lights up.

2 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 46 to [OFF].

●The Quick Start Recording Lamp remains lit.

3 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 46 to [ON].

●The Movie Camera will be ready for recording in approximately 1.3 seconds.

To Cancel the Quick Start

Keep the [QUICK START] Button pressed for approximately 2 seconds and make sure the Quick Start Recording Lamp is not lit.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -49-.

Self-timer Recording

When you set the self-timer, the recording starts automatically after 10 seconds on the Card.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [SELF TIMER] >> [ON].

- The [ ] indication appears.

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button 39.

• The recording lamp 20 and the [1] indication flash, and the recording starts after 10 seconds.
• You can also use the continuous photoshot. (-22-)
• For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Zoom In/Out Functions

It gives special effects to the picture by recording objects close by or with wide-angle shot.

1 For wide-angle shots (zoom out):

Push the [W/T] lever 40 towards [W]. For close-ups (zoom in):

Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].

- Zoom magnification indication is displayed for a few seconds.

■ To Take Close-up Shots of Small Subjects

(Macro Close-up Function)

When the zoom magnification is 1×, the Movie Camera can focus on a subject that is as close as approximately 40 mm from the Lens. Small subjects like insects can be recorded with this function.

To Use the Tele-Macro Function

With the zoom magnification of 10×, the Movie Camera can bring the subject into focus as close as approximately 20 cm from the Lens. Focusing only on the subject and displaying the background out of focus makes the picture more impressive.

1 Press the [TELE MACRO] Button ⑧.

• The zoom magnification is fixed at 10× and the subject can be focused on as close as 20 cm. • The [ ] indication appears.

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 or the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 39.

To Cancel the Tele-Macro Function

Press the [TELE MACRO] Button.

■ To Use the Zoom Microphone Function

Along with the zooming operation, the microphone's directional angle and sensitivity are varied for recording sounds.

- Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON]. (The [Z.MIC] Indication is displayed.)

- For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Digital Zoom Function

This function is useful when you want to record close-up shots of subjects located beyond a normal zoom range of 1× to 10× magnification. With the Digital Zoom Function, you can select a magnification from 20× up to 500×.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [20×] or [500×].

• 20×: Digital zooming to 20×
• 500×: Digital zooming to 500×

2 Push the [W/T] Lever 40 towards [W] or towards [T] to zoom in or out.

To Cancel the Digital Zoom Function Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA]

[D.ZOOM] >> [OFF].

- For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Image Stabilizer Function

If the Movie Camera is shaken while recording, the camera shake in the image can be corrected.

- If the Movie Camera shakes too much, the images may not be stabilized.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [SIS] >> [ON].

●The [icon] Indication appears.

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 or [PHOTO SHOT] Button 39 to start recording.

To Cancel Image Stabilizer Function

Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [SIS] >> [OFF].

- For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Fade In/Out Functions

Fade In

Fade In brings out images and sounds gradually from a black screen at the beginning of a scene.

1 Keep pressing the [FADE] Button 15 during the Recording Pause Mode.

●The image fades out gradually.

2 When the image is completely gone, press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 to start recording.

3 Release the [FADE] Button 15 about 3 seconds after starting recording.

●The image reappears gradually.

Fade Out

Fade Out causes images and sounds to disappear gradually, leaving a black screen at the end of a scene.

1 Keep pressing the [FADE] Button 15 while recording.

●The image fades out gradually.

2 When the image is completely gone, press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 to stop recording.

3 Release the [FADE] Button 15.

●The still picture cannot fade in or fade out.

Backlight Compensation Function

This prevents the subject from being recorded too darkly when backlit. (Backlight is the light that shines from behind the subject being recorded.)

1 Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button 11.

- The [☐] Indication flashes and then is displayed.

●The entire screen becomes brighter.

To Resume Normal Recording

Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Night View Functions

Colour Night View Function

This function allows you to record colour images brightly in a dark place without using the Video Flash.

1 Press the [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW] Button ⑥ until the [C.NIGHT VIEW] Indication appears.

0 Lux Night View Function

Using the LCD Monitor light, a dark scene of almost 0 lux can be recorded.

1 Press the [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW] Button

⑥ until the [0LUX NIGHT VIEW] indication appears.

- The [REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR] indication appears.

2 Rotate the LCD monitor frontward (to the lens side).

●The screen becomes white and the viewfinder turns on. - The available range of the LCD monitor light is within approximately 1.2 metres.

To Cancel the Night View Functions

Press the [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW] button repeatedly until neither the [C.NIGHT VIEW] indication nor the [0LUX NIGHT VIEW] indication appears.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Soft Skin Function

This enables you to record skin colours in a softer tone. In order to get the best result, avoid background colours similar to the skin colour of the subject. Otherwise, this may result in a softer background lacking in detail.

1 Press the [SOFT SKIN] button ⑦.

- The [sondication appears.

- To obtain the best effect, we recommend taking a bust shot, so that the upper part from

the breast of the subject can be framed in the screen.

To Cancel the Soft Skin Function

Press the [SOFT SKIN] button.

Wind Noise Reduction Function

This function reduces the sound of wind hitting the microphone when recording.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].

●The [WIND CUT] indication appears.

To Cancel the Wind Noise Reduction Function Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING]

[WIND CUT] >> [OFF].

- For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Cinema Function

This function is for recording in a cinema-like screen.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON].

- Black bars appear at the top and bottom of the screen.

To Cancel the Cinema Mode

Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [RECORDING] >> [CINEMA] >> [OFF].

- For other notes concerning this item, see -50-.

Recording in Special Situations

(Programme AE)

You can select optimal automatic exposure under specific recording situations.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 48 to [MANUAL].

●The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] or [CARD RECORDING MENU] >> [CAMERA] >> [PROG.AE] >> a desired mode ([ ], [ ], [], [ ] or [ ]).

●The Indication of the selected Mode appears.

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

1) [ ] Sports Mode

- For recording scenes involving quick movements, such as sports scenes.

2) [Icon] Portrait Mode

- For bringing up people clearly from the background.

3) [△] Low Light Mode

- For recording a dark scene brighter.

4) [∅] Spotlight Mode

- For recording a subject under a spotlight in a party, theatre, etc.

5) [icon] Surf & Snow Mode

- For recording in a glaring surrounding, such as ski slopes, beaches, etc.

To Cancel the Programme AE Function

Set the [PROG.AE] on the [CAMERA] Sub-menu to [OFF]. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].

- For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Recording in Natural Colours

(White Balance)

Depending on the scene or light condition, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment Mode may not be able to bring out natural colours. In this case, the white balance can be adjusted manually.

When the Movie Camera is turned on with the Lens Cap on, the Automatic White Balance Adjustment may not function properly. Please turn on the Movie Camera after removing the Lens Cap.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 48 to [MANUAL].

●The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Press the [ENTER] Button 14.

●The [AWB] Indication appears.

3 Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 to select a desired White Balance Mode.

1) Automatic White Balance Adjustment [AWB] 2) The white balance setting that was previously set manually [■] 3) Outdoor Mode [★] 4) Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent lamp) [☀️]

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 until the [AWB] Indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].

Adjusting White Balance Manually

White Balance Adjustment recognizes the colour of light and adjusts so that the white colour will become 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 function is called Automatic White Balance Adjustment. For light outside the functional Auto White Balance Adjustment range, use the Manual White Balance Adjustment Mode.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch ④8 to [MANUAL].

●The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Point the Movie Camera at a full-screen white subject.

3 Press the [ENTER] Button 14.

●The [AWB] Indication appears.

4 Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 until the [■□] Indication is displayed.

5 Keep pressing [ENTER] Button 14 until the [■□] Indication stops flashing.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 until the [AWB] Indication is displayed. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].

About White Balance Sensor

The White Balance Sensor 33 determines the nature of the light source during recording.

- Do not cover the White Balance Sensor with your hand during recording because White Balance will not function normally.

- The red light from the Recording Lamp 20 will be reflected off your hand or object, possibly causing the White Balance sensor to operate incorrectly and changing the colouring.

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. In this case, adjust the White Balance.

1) The effective range of Automatic White Balance Adjustment on this Movie Camera

2) Blue sky

3) Cloudy sky (rain)

4) TV screen

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

- For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

Useful for recording fast-moving subjects.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 48 to [MANUAL].

●The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Press the [ENTER] Button 14 until the Shutter Speed Indication appears.

3 Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 to adjust the shutter speed.

Range of Shutter Speed Adjustment

1/50–1/8000 s in Tape Recording Mode

1/50–1/500 s in Card Recording Mode

The standard shutter speed is 1/50 s.

Selecting a speed closer to [1/8000] causes the shutter speed to be faster.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].

- For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Manual Iris Adjustment

(F Number)

You can use this function when the screen is too bright or too dark.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch ④8 to [MANUAL].

●The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Press the [ENTER] Button 14 until the Iris Indication appears.

3 Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 to adjust the iris.

Range of Iris Adjustment

CLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F2.0,

OP (Opened)+0dB, ..., OP+18dB

When a value closer to [CLOSE] is selected, the image becomes darker.

When a value closer to [OP+18dB] is selected, the image becomes brighter.

The value to which +dB is attached indicates a Gain-up value. If this value is too large, the quality of the image deteriorates.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO].

- For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Manual Focus Adjustment

Focus can be adjusted manually for recording in a situation where auto focus may not function well.

1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch 48 to [MANUAL].

●The [MNL] Indication appears.

2 Slide the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch ④8 to [FOCUS].

- The [▶MF] Indication (Manual Focus Mode) appears.

3 Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 to adjust the focus.

- If you keep pressing the [▶▶] Button or [◀◀] Button, the speed of adjusting becomes faster.

To Resume Automatic Adjustment

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] Switch to [AUTO] or [FOCUS].

Digital Effect Functions

This Movie Camera is equipped with Digital Effect Functions that add special effects to the scene.

Digital Effects 1 [EFFECT1]

1) MULTI 2) P-IN-P

3) WIPE

4) MIX

5) STROBE 6) TRAIL

- It records images with a stroboscopic effect.

6) Trailing Effect Mode [TRAIL]

- It records images with a trailing effect.

7) Mosaic Mode [MOSAIC]

- It produces a mosaic-like image.

8) Mirror Mode [MIRROR]

●The right half of an image becomes a mirror image of the left half.

9) Stretch Mode [STRETCH]

●The picture is expanded horizontally.

10) Slim Mode [SLIM]

●The picture is expanded vertically.

Digital Effects 2 [EFFECT2]

11) NEGA

12) SEPIA

13) B/W

14) SOLARI

11) Negative Mode [NEGA]

●The colours of the recorded image are inverted as seen in a negative.

12) Sepia Mode [SEPIA]

- It records a scene with a brownish tint, like the colour of old pictures.

13) Black & White Mode [B/W]

- It records an image in black and white.

- It records an image with a painting-like effect.

To Select a Desired Digital Effect

Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] or [EFFECT2] >> a desired Digital Effect.

To Cancel the Digital Effect

Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] or [EFFECT2] >> [OFF].

- If the Movie Camera is turned off, the [EFFECT2] settings are cancelled.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Multi-Picture Mode

Strobe Multi-Picture Mode:

You can capture and record 9 consecutive small still pictures.

Manual Multi-Picture Mode:

You can manually capture and record 9 small still pictures.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [MULTI].

2 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [MULTI MODE] >> [STROBE] or [MANUAL].

3 Press the [MULTI] Button ⑨.

- If [MANUAL] is selected, press the [MULTI] Button at each scene you want to capture.

Deleting All the Captured Multi-Pictures

While 9 multi-pictures are displayed, press the [MULTI] Button.

- If [MANUAL] has been selected, press the [MULTI] Button after 9 pictures are displayed.

To Display the Multi-Pictures Again

Press the [MULTI] Button for 1 second or longer.

To Delete Multi-Pictures One by One (When pictures were captured in [MANUAL])

When the [MULTI] Button is pressed for 1 second or longer while the still pictures are displayed, the pictures captured last is deleted continuously.

●After still pictures are deleted one by one, they cannot be displayed again. - For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Picture-in-Picture Mode

You can display a sub-screen (still picture) inside the screen.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [P-IN-P].

2 Aim the Movie Camera at the scene you want to capture and press the [P-IN-P] Button ⑨ to insert a small still picture.

• A small still picture is displayed in a normal picture.
• If the [P-IN-P] Button is pressed again, the small still picture is cleared.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Wipe Mode and Mix Mode

Wipe Mode:

Like drawing a curtain, the still picture of the last recorded scene gradually changes to the moving image of a new scene.

Mix Mode:

While the moving image of a new scene fades in, the still image of the last recorded scene gradually fades out.

1 Set [TAPE RECORDING MENU] >> [DIGITAL] >> [EFFECT1] >> [WIPE] or [MIX].

●The [WIPE] or [MIX] indication appears.

2 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 to start recording.

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 to pause the recording.

- The last scene is stored in memory. The [WIPE] or [MIX] indication changes to [WIPE] or [MIX].

4 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button 45 to restart the recording.

●The last image of the previous scene gradually changes to the new scene.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -51-.

Playback Mode

Playing Back a Tape

The recorded scene can be played back immediately after the recording.

1 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch 46 to [ON].

●The [POWER] Lamp 47 lights up.

2 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Tape Playback Mode.

3 Press the [◀◀] Button 16 to rewind the tape.

- Rewind the tape to the point where you want to start playback. - When the tape reaches the beginning, rewinding stops automatically.

4 Press the [▶] Button 14 to start playback.

- The [▷] Indication appears.

- If a cassette recorded with a copyright protection signal is played back, the picture is distorted by mosaic-like patterns.

To Stop Playback

Press the [■] Button 15.

■ Adjusting the Sound Volume

To adjust the volume, push the [W/T] Lever 40 to display the [VOLUME] Indication. Push the

[W/T] Lever towards [T] to increase the volume or push the [W/T] Lever towards [W] to decrease the volume. The [VOLUME] Indication goes off after the adjustment is finished.

To adjust the volume with the Remote Controller, press the [T] or [W] Button to display the [VOLUME] Indication. Press the [T] Button to increase the volume or press the [W] Button to decrease the volume. The [VOLUME] Indication goes off after the adjustment is finished.

• The sound volume cannot be adjusted using the Remote Controller in Playback Zoom Mode. (-34-)
• For other notes concerning this item, see -52-.

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back

Cue/Review Playback

If the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 is pressed during Playback, it turns to Cue Playback A or Review Playback B.

- If the Button is held continuously, it turns to Cue Playback or Review Playback until you release it.

Variable Speed Search Function

The speed of Cue Playback or Review Playback can be varied.

1 During playback, press the [▶] Button 14.

- The [1 × ] Indication appears.

2 Push the [W/T] Lever 40 to select a desired search speed.

The following 6 playback speeds are available for the Variable Speed Search Function in both the fast-forward and rewind directions:

1/5× (slow playback in SP Mode only), 1/3× (slow playback in LP Mode only), 1×, 2×, 5×, 10× and 20×.

- This function works by pressing the [VAR. SEARCH] and cursor buttons ([▲, ▼]) on the Remote Controller. (-7-)

To Resume Normal Playback

Press the [▶] Button 14.

• During Cue or Review Playback, fast-moving images may show a noise like a mosaic. ●The sound is muted during search.

Slow Motion Playback

This Movie Camera can play back at a slow speed.

1 Press the [▶] Button 76. 2 Press the [◀] Button or [▶] Button 61 on the Remote Controller.

- The [◀] or [▶] Indication appears.

- When the [◀] Button is pressed, Slow Motion Playback proceeds in the reverse direction.

When the [▶] Button is pressed, Slow Motion Playback proceeds in the forward direction.

Scenes recorded in the SP Mode are played back at approximately 1/5th of the normal speed.

Scenes recorded in the LP Mode are played back at approximately 1/3rd of the normal speed.

To Resume Normal Playback

Press the [▶] Button 76.

- If the Movie Camera is left in the Slow Playback Mode for more than 12 minutes, the Movie Camera switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear.

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback

This Movie Camera is capable of still picture playback and frame-advance playback.

1 Press the [▶] Button 76. 2 Press the [11] Button 73.

- The playback image stops in the Still Playback Mode.

3 Press the [◀] Button or [▶] Button 61 on the Remote Controller.

- With each press of the [◀] Button, still pictures advance in the reverse direction. With each press of the [▶] Button, still pictures advance in the forward direction. If one of the buttons continues to be pressed, still pictures advance continuously 1 frame at a time until the button is released.

To Resume Normal Playback

Press the [▶] Button 76.

■ Playback with Zoom Lever

By pushing the [W/T] Lever 40 of the Movie Camera in the Still Playback Mode, still pictures can be advanced one frame at a time in the forward or backward direction.

If you keep pushing the Lever, still pictures advance continuously.

- If the Movie Camera is left in the Still Playback Mode for more than 6 minutes, the Movie Camera switches to the Stop Mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear and tear.

Index Search Functions

To facilitate searching for desired scenes, this Movie Camera automatically records index signals during recording, as explained in the

following.

Photoshot Index Signal

These signals are automatically recorded when still pictures on a card are recorded to a tape.

Scene Index Signal

Scene Index Signals are automatically recorded when you start recording after inserting a Cassette.

- If [SCENE INDEX] of [RECORDING] Sub-Menu on the [TAPE RECORDING MENU] is set to [2HOUR], an index signal is recorded when recording is restarted after an elapse of 2 hours or longer. If it is set to [DAY], an index signal is recorded when recording is restarted after the date has changed since the last recording. (While the index signal is being recorded, the [INDEX] Indication flashes for a few seconds.)

- If the Movie Camera is switched from the Tape Playback Mode to Tape Recording Mode or if the date and time is set before the start of recording, the index signal is not recorded.

Photoshot Index Search

1 Set [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [PLAYBACK] >> [SEARCH] >> [PHOTO].

2 Press the [▶▶] Button or [◀◀] Button 62 on the Remote Controller.

- With each press of the corresponding button, still pictures recorded in Photoshop Mode are searched.

Scene Index Search

1 Set [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [PLAYBACK] >> [SEARCH] >> [SCENE].

2 Press the [▶▶] Button or [◀◀] Button 62 on the Remote Controller.

- When the corresponding button is pressed once, the [S 1] Indication appears, and searching for the subsequent scene marked with an index signal starts. Each time the button is pressed after the start of Scene Index Search, the indication changes, from [S 2] to [S 9], and the beginning of the scene

corresponding to the selected number will be searched.

- Up to 9 scene numbers can be selected.

Continuous Index Search

If the [▶▶] Button or the [◀◀] Button 62 is pressed for 2 seconds or longer, search can be continued at several-second intervals. (To cancel, press the [▶] Button 76 or the [■] Button 74.)

- For other notes concerning this item, see -52-.

Playback Zoom Function

A part of the image can be enlarged up to 10 times during playback.

1 During playback, press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button 78 on the Remote Controller.

●The centre of the image is enlarged to approximately 2 times.

To Change the Zoom Magnification

2 Change the magnification by pressing the [W] Button or [T] Button 66 on the Remote Controller.

To Change the Enlarging Area of an Image

3 Press the Arrow Button (▲, ◀, ▶, ▼) 60 on the Remote Controller that points to the area you want to enlarge.

To Cancel the Playback Zoom Function

Press the [P.B. ZOOM] Button 78 on the Remote Controller.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -52-.

Playback Digital Effect Functions

During playback, special digital effects can be added to the recorded pictures. The same effects as those of Digital Effects 1 and 2, which are used during recording, are obtained.

1 Press the [▶] Button 76.

2 Press the [SELECT] Button 63 on the Remote Controller to select a desired digital effect.

• When the [SELECT] Button is pressed repeatedly, the digital effect selection changes.
• The same setting can be done using [EFFECT SEL] Sub-Menu on the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU].

To suspend Playback Digital Effect Temporarily

Press the [OFF/ON] Button 65 to suspend or restart the digital effect. When the digital effect is paused temporarily, the selected effect's indication flashes.

Press the [OFF/ON] Button 65 to suspend or restart the digital effect. When the digital effect is paused temporarily, the selected effect's indication flashes.

Press the [SELECT] Button 63 on the Remote Controller and clear the digital effect indication.

Press the [SELECT] Button 63 on the Remote Controller and clear the digital effect indication.

1 Press the [▶] Button 76.

2 Press the [SELECT] Button 63 on the Remote Controller and select [WIPE] or [MIX].

2 Press the [SELECT] Button 63 on the Remote Controller and select [WIPE] or [MIX].

3 Press the [STORE] button 64 at the moment you want to save as a still picture.

- The [WIPE] or [MIX] indication appears, and the image is saved.

4 Press the [OFF/ON] Button 65 in the scene in which you want to use the Wipe or Mix effect.

- The scene changes as a result of the Wipe or Mix effect.

• The Wipe Function and Mix Function can be used only from the Remote Controller during playback.
• If the [OFF/ON] Button 65 is pressed while Wipe or Mix is carried out, the effect will stop temporarily at that point. Pressing the [OFF/ON] Button 65 again will bring back the effect.
• For other notes concerning this item, see -52-.

Playing Back a Card

It plays back files recorded on a Card.

1 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Picture Playback Mode or MPEG4 Playback Mode.

2 Start Playback.

[PICTURE]:

▶: Starting the Slide Show ▶▶: Playing back the next picture ◀◀: Playing back the previous picture

■: Stop the Slide Show

II: Pause the Slide Show

[MPEG4]:

▶: Playing back the File ▶: Selecting the next file (When you tap it during playback, you can search the next file, and when you keep pressing it, cue playback is activated.)

◀: Selecting the previous file (When you tap it during playback, you can search the beginning of the file, and when you keep pressing it, review playback is activated.)

■: Stop playing back

■: Pause playing back

When you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at Step 1

• File is numbered in hexadecimal.
• When the object is moving fast or zoom operation is performed, picture may appear to be still or causes mosaic-pattern noise, but this is not a malfunction.

- When you select MPEG4 Playback Mode at step 1, during playback, push the [W/T] lever to display the volume indication until the volume indication appears and adjust the volume. (-32-)

① Folder File Number (When the picture is played back) File Name (When the MPEG4 data is played back)

② Picture Size (When the picture is played back) (-47-) Playback time (When MPEG4 data is played back)

③ File Number

To Select a Desired File and Playing Back 1 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Picture Playback Mode or MPEG4 Playback Mode.

2 Press the [MULTI] Button ⑨.

- The files recorded on the Card are displayed in Multi-Picture Mode.

① Picture Size (When Picture Playback Mode is selected at Step 1)

② File Number

③ Folder File Number (When Picture Playback Mode is selected at Step 1) File Name (When MPEG4 Playback Mode is selected at Step 1)

3 Press the [I/■/◄◄/►►] Button to select a desired file.

●The selected file is marked with a frame.

4 Press either the [ENTER] Button 14 or the [MULTI] Button 9.

- The selected file is shown on the entire screen.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -52-.

Slide Show

The recorded still pictures in the Card can be played back like a Slide Show.

1 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Picture Playback Mode.

2 Press the [▶] Button 14.

- The [SLIDE▷] Indication is displayed.

●Each of the pictures are played back for several seconds.

To Pause the Slide Show

Press the [■■] Button.

●The [SLIDE] Indication is displayed.

To Stop the Slide Show

Press the [■] Button.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Creating a Title

You can create a title and record it on a Card.

1 Recording Mode:

Set the Mode Dial 43 to Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode.

Set the Lens to the image you want to use for creating a title.

1 Tape Playback Mode:

Search for the image you want to use for creating a title and set the Movie Camera to the Still Playback Mode.

2 Set [CARD] >> [CREATE TITLE] >> [YES].

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 39.

• The title is stored.
• To perform Photoshot again, select [RETURN].

4 Select [LUMINANCE] and press the

[ENTER] Button 14, then press the [▶▶]

Press Button 13 or Button 16 to adjust the title contrast, then press the ENTER Button 14.

5. Press Button 13 or Button 16 to adjust the color, then press the ENTER Button 14.

- The dark portion of the image is missing ①, and the colors of the bright portion change in order of black, blue, green, cyan, red, magenta, yellow, and white. After that, the bright portion of the image is missing ②, and the colors of the dark portion change in the above order.

6. Select [RECORDING] and press the ENTER Button 14.

● The title is recorded on the Card.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Adding a Title

A title can be added to the picture. It is displayed in Tape/Card Recording Mode and Tape/Picture Playback Mode.

1. Set [DIGITAL] >> [TITLE IN] >> [ON].

2. Press the MENU Button 18.

● The title is displayed.

3. Press the MULTI Button ⑨.

● A list of titles is displayed.

- File Name ①

4. Press the Button to select a desired title.

●The selected title is marked with a frame.

5 Press the [ENTER] Button 14 or press the [MULTI] Button 9.

●The selected title is displayed.

- Recording and Photoshot Recording can be made with pictures that have titles.

● A title can be displayed also by pushing [TITLE] Button on the Remote Controller.

To Clear the Title Display

Set [DIGITAL] >> [TITLE IN] >> [OFF].

Or press [TITLE] Button 70 on the Remote Controller.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Writing Printing Data on a Card

(DPOF Setting)

DPOF Setting Printing data (DPOF Settings), such as the number of images to be printed, can be written to the Card. "DPOF" means Digital Print Order Format.

1 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Picture Playback Mode.

2 Set [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [EDITING] >> [DPOF SET] >> [YES] >> [VARIABLE].

- When all images are not printed, select [ALL 0].

3 Select a desired picture and press the [ENTER] Button 14.

●The selected picture is marked with a frame.

- The number of prints set by DPOF ① is displayed.

4 Press the [▶▶] Button 13 or [◀◀] Button 16 to select the number of pictures to be printed, and press the [ENTER] Button 14.

- [●] Indication ② is displayed in the picture set. (-47-)

5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 and press the [MENU] Button 18 when the setup is completed.

To Verify DPOF Setting

Select [VERIFY] in Step 2. The pictures for which 1 or more print is set in DPOF are played back continuously.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Protecting the Files on a Card

(Lock Setting)

Precious files recorded on a Card can be locked to prevent accidental erasure. (Even if files are locked, the files will be deleted if the Card is formatted.)

1 Set [PICTURE/MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU] >> [EDITING] >> [FILE LOCK] >> [YES].

2 Select the file to be locked, and press the [ENTER] Button 14.

• The selected file is locked and the [Φ—n Indication ① appears. Repeat this procedure to lock 2 or more files.
• Press the [ENTER] Button 14 again to cancel.

●The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch. (-53-)

- For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Deleting the Files Recorded on a Card

Using the Movie Camera, you can delete the files recorded on a Card. After the file is deleted, it cannot be restored.

To Select and Delete Files or Titles

1 Set [PICTURE/MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU] >> [DELETE] >> [FILE BY SEL] >> [YES].

- To erase a title in [PICTURE PLAYBACK MENU], select [TITLE BY SEL].

2 Select the file you wish to delete and press the [ENTER] Button 14.

●The selected picture is marked with a frame.

- To erase 2 files or more, repeat this step.

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 39.

●A verification message appears.

4 Select [YES] and press the [ENTER] Button 14.

●The selected file is deleted from the Card.

- If [NO] is selected, the file selection is cancelled.

To Select and Delete All Files

1 Set [PICTURE/MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU] >> [DELETE] >> [ALL FILES] >> [YES].

●A verification message appears.

2 Select [YES] and press the [ENTER] Button 14.

- All files of Picture/MPEG4 Playback Mode are erased.

- A locked file cannot be erased.

- If there are many files in a card, it takes several times for deleting.

Formatting a Card

If a Card becomes unreadable by the Movie Camera, format it for reuse. Formatting erases all the data recorded on a Card.

1 Set [PICTURE/MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU] >> [EDITING] >> [CARD FORMAT] >> [YES].

●A confirmation message appears, select [YES] and formatting will be carried out.

- When the formatting is completed, the screen becomes white.

• It may not be able to use the Card formatted by this Movie Camera on other unit. In this case, format the Card on the unit which will use the Card. Make sure that valuable pictures are stored on PC before proceeding.
• A Card formatted an other equipment (e.g. PC) might be unusable or it might take more time for recording. We recommend that you use this equipment to format the Card.

Enlarging a Movie Picture Size

You can enlarge a moving picture to full screen size.

1. Set [MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU] >> [DISPLAY] >> [SCREEN] >> [FULL].

Display specifications when playing back MPEG4 moving pictures:

[NORMAL] display

● Pictures equal to or smaller than QCIF (176×144) are expanded twice as large as the original size. - Pictures larger than QCIF (176×144) are displayed at the original size.

[FULL] screen display

● Pictures equal to or larger than QCIF (176×144) are displayed in full screen. - Pictures smaller than QCIF (176×144) are expanded about 3.6 times as large as the original size. - When set to [FULL], pictures may appear mosaic-like depending on the file.

To Resume Normal Moving Picture Size

Set [MPEG4 PLAYBACK MENU] >> [DISPLAY] >> [SCREEN] >> [NORMAL].

Playing Back on Your TV

By connecting your Movie Camera to your TV, the recorded scenes can be viewed on your TV screen.

- Before connecting, turn off the power of both the Movie Camera and the TV.

1. Connect the [AV IN/OUT] socket of the Movie Camera to the video and audio input sockets of the TV.

- Connect to the TV with the AV cable ①, and make a connection with the TV. If the TV has an S-Video socket, connect the S-Video cable ② as well.

- When plugging the pin plug of the AV cable into the [AV IN/OUT] socket, plug it in as far as it goes.

To Make the Indications Appear on the TV Screen

Press the [OSD] button 55 on the remote controller.

- If your TV is not equipped with AV input sockets, the 21-pin adaptor (purchase separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Editing Mode

Recording from a Tape onto a Card

Still pictures or moving pictures can be recorded on the memory card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette.

1. Set the mode dial 43 to Tape Playback Mode.

2. Still Picture:

Start playback and set the movie camera to Still Playback Mode at the scene you wish to record, and press the [PHOTO SHOT] button 39.

Moving Picture:

Start playback and press the Recording Start/Stop button 45 at the desired scene.

Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape

Card images can be recorded to the tape.

1 Set the Mode Dial 43 to Picture Playback Mode.

2 Display the first picture.

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button 39.

- During the copying, the following indication appears.

- It takes a few seconds to record a picture to the tape.

• When recording to tape, select the tape position before recording. The picture will be recorded to the tape position when the [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed at Step 3.
• Photoshot index signals are automatically recorded.
• Moving Picture (MPEG4) cannot be recorded from a Card to tape.
• For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Audio Dubbing

You can add music or narration to the recorded cassette.

• If the tape recorded in the [16bit] Mode is dubbed with the Audio Dubbing function, the original sound is erased. (If you wish to preserve the original sound, use the [12bit] Mode when recording.) ●Audio Dubbing cannot be performed on a recording made in LP Mode. (-19-) 1 Set [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [AV IN/OUT] >> [AV JACK] >> [IN/OUT]. (NV-GS55 only)

2 Continuing the aforesaid setup, select [A.DUB INPUT] >> [MIC] or [AV IN]. (NV-GS55 only) - Set to [AV IN] when external device is used, and to [MIC] when an external or built-in microphone is used. 3 Press the [11] Button 73 on the Remote Controller where you want to add new sound.

4 Press the [A.DUB] Button 59 on the Remote Controller.

5 To start Audio Dubbing, press the [11] Button 73 on the Remote Controller.

To Cancel Audio Dubbing

Press the [■■] Button 73 on the Remote Controller.

The Movie Camera is in the Still Playback Mode again.

To Play Back the Sound Recorded by 12bit Audio Dubbing

Set [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [PLAYBACK] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2] or [MIX].

ST1: It plays back only the original sound.

ST2: It plays back only the sound added by Audio Dubbing.

MIX: It plays back both the original sound and the sound added by Audio Dubbing simultaneously.

To Dub Audio While Listening to a Pre-recorded Sound

When pausing the audio dubbing, set the [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu to [ST2] and you can check the pre-recorded sound. When a microphone is used for audio dubbing, use headphones to listen to the pre-recorded sound while dubbing the audio. (When using headphones, set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT] to [OUT/PHONES].) When the line input is used, you can dub audio while listening to the pre-recorded sound from the speaker.

(The [AV JACK] setting and the line input are on NV-GS55 Model only.)

- For other notes concerning this item, see -53-.

Copying on an S-VHS (or a VHS) Cassette

(Dubbing)

After connecting the Movie Camera and the VCR as illustrated, start the following procedures.

① AV Cable

② S-Video Cable

- If your TV is not equipped with AV Input Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

- Be sure to press the [OSD] Button (-7-) on the Remote Controller prior to copying so that no indications are visible. Otherwise, the displayed tape counter and function indications are also copied.

Movie Camera:

1 Insert the recorded Cassette.

VCR:

2 Insert an unrecorded Cassette with an erasure prevention tab.

- If various setups (such as external input, tape speed, etc.) are required, please refer to the operating instructions of your VCR.

Movie Camera:

3 Press the [▶] Button to start playback.

VCR:

4 Start recording.

5 Press the Pause or Stop Button to stop recording.

Movie Camera:

6 Press the [■] Button to stop playback.

Recording the Contents of Other Equipment

(NV-GS55 only)

After connecting the Movie Camera and the other equipment as illustrated, start the following procedures.

① AV Cable

② S-Video Cable

- If your TV is not equipped with AV Output Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (purchase separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

Movie Camera:

1 Set [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] >> [AV IN/OUT] >> [AV JACK] >> [IN/OUT].

2 Insert an unrecorded Cassette.

Other Equipment:

3 Insert a recorded Cassette and start playback.

Movie Camera:

4 While pressing the [REC] Button 58, press the [PLAY] Button 76.

Or while pressing the [REC] Button 10,

Press the [BACK LIGHT] Button 11 on the Movie Camera.

- When recording on a card, press the [PHOTO SHOT] Button or the Recording Start/Stop Button.

5 Press the [■] Button 73 or [■] Button 74 to stop recording.

Other Equipment:

6 Press the Stop Button to stop playback.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -54-.

Using the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing)

By connecting this Movie Camera to other digital video equipment that has a DV Input/Output Terminal with a DV Cable VW-CD1E (optional)

①, dubbing can be done in the digital format.

- Only the NV-GS55 can be used as a Recorder.

Player/Recorder:

1 Insert the Cassette and set to Tape Playback Mode.

Player:

2 Press the [▶] Button 76 to start playback.

Recorder:

3 While pressing the [REC] Button 58, press the [PLAY] Button 76.

Or while pressing the [REC] Button 10, press the [BACK LIGHT] Button 11 on the Movie Camera.

- Recording starts.

To Stop Dubbing

Press the [■] Button 73 or the [■] Button 74.

- For other notes concerning this item, see -54-.

With a PC

USB Connection Kit

Using the supplied USB Connection Kit, you can import still pictures onto your personal computer.

- Do not connect the USB Cable until the USB driver is installed.

1 Install the supplied USB driver.

2 Set the Mode Dial 43 to PC Mode.

3 Connect the supplied USB Cable to [] Socket 31.

- PC connection mode is activated.

- The USB Connection Kit can be used with Windows98 Second Edition/Me/XP.

- Use AC Adaptor as power source for the Movie Camera. (The Card or its contents may be destroyed if battery power is lost while transmitting data.)

- Mode cannot be changed in PC connection mode by operating Mode Dial.

- For more details on the operating environment, installation, connections, and procedures, please refer to USB Connection Kit's operating instructions.

- To disconnect the USB Cable safely, double-click the icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen.

Using as a Web Camera or with DV STUDIO

If the Movie Camera is connected to your Personal Computer, you can send video from the Movie Camera to other parties via the network.

- Do not connect the USB Cable until the USB driver or Web Camera driver is installed.

1 Install the supplied USB driver or Web Camera driver.

2 Set the Mode Dial to Tape Recording Mode (or Tape Playback Mode when using with DV STUDIO).

3 When using as a Web Camera: Set [CAMERA] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEB CAMERA].

When using with DV STUDIO: Set [CAMERA] >> [USB FUNCTION] >> [DV STUDIO].

- It enters WEB CAMERA Mode or DV STUDIO Mode.

4 Connect the supplied USB Cable to [ ] Socket 31.

5 Start the Windows Messenger or DV STUDIO.

- When using as a web camera, it is not possible to record on a tape or a card or display a title.

- For more details on the operating environment, installation, connections, and procedures, please refer to USB Connection Kit's operating instructions.

Using a Card in a Personal Computer

When using Card Data recorded with this Movie Camera, please note the following points.

- To erase pictures that you recorded on the Card by using the Movie Camera, be sure to erase them on the Movie Camera, not on the computer.

- Using the optional DV Editing Software (Motion DV STUDIO) for Windows (VW-DTM40/41), a variety of visual effects can be added and titles can be created.

- You may not be able to properly play back or search the images on the Movie Camera after editing the recorded data or changing the image data on a personal computer.

- The image data files recorded on the Card with this Movie Camera conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) stipulated by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

- Moving Picture format (MPEG4) that can be played back on this device is ASF. (Depending on the file, it may not be able to be played back even if it is in ASF format.)

Folder Configuration when the Card is used with a PC

- When a Card with data recorded on it is inserted into a personal computer, folders will be displayed as in the figure.

SD Memory Card:

MultiMediaCard:

[100CDPFP]: The images (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) in this folder are recorded in the JPEG format.

[MISC]: Files in which DPOF Data has been set to the image can be found here.

[TITLE]: This contains the data of the preset titles (PRE00001.TTL) and original titles (USR00001.TTL, etc.).

[PRL001]: MPEG4 moving picture is recorded in ASF format (MOL001.ASF etc.). It can be played back with Windows Media Player (ver.6.4 and later). Because of its small size, this file is well suited for transmitting data through telephone lines, etc. To play back moving pictures with Windows Media Player, select a file and double-click. Necessary software is automatically downloaded and starts playing back. (Internet connection is required.) To play back with Mac OS, Windows Media Player for Macintosh is required.

- [DCIM], [IM01CDPF], [PRIVATE], [VTF], [SD_VIDEO], etc. are necessary items in the folder structure. They have nothing to do with actual operations.

• In the Card Recording Mode, the Movie Camera automatically saves file numbers (IMGA0001.JPG, etc.) along with the images. The file numbers are recorded with each image as a consecutive number.
• When using the software without indication function, indication data, such as date, are not displayed. Depending on the software in use, the date and the time may not be displayed correctly.
• The memory capacity indicated on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of the capacity to protect and manage the copyright and of the capacity available as a conventional memory for a Movie Camera, Personal Computer or others.

Capacity that can be used as conventional memory:

8MB Card: about 6,800,000 bytes

The supplied SD Memory Card contains Preset title so the actual capacity may be smaller.

- When you play back MPEG4 moving picture files (ASF format) recorded for 3 or more minutes with this Movie Camera on Windows Media Player, these files may be stopped. In this case, click [Windows Media Update] on the installation screen or [WMP9QFEInst.exe] in [WMP9QFE] folder on the CD-ROM and follow the messages to update Windows Media Player. (This update is effective when you play back these files with Windows Media Player and the playback is stopped about 3 or 4 minutes later.)

Others

Indications

Various functions and the Movie Camera status are shown on the screen.

: Remaining Battery Power

- When the battery power becomes low, the indication changes. When the battery is discharged completely, the ▲ (□) indication flashes.

R0:45: Remaining Tape Time

- Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)

: Tape Recording Mode -20-

▶ : Tape Playback Mode -32-

: Card Recording Mode -21-

: Picture Playback Mode -35-

: MPEG4 Playback Mode -35-

PC : PC Mode -44-

CINEMA: Cinema Mode -26-

D.ZOOM: Digital Zoom -24-

MULTI: Multi Mode -30-

P-IN-P: P-IN-P Mode -30-

WIPE: Wipe Mode -30-

MIX: Mix Mode -30-

STROBE: Strobe Mode -30-

TRAIL: Trailing Effect Mode -30-

MOSAIC: Mosaic Mode -30-

MIRROR: Mirror Mode -30-

STRETCH: Stretch Mode -30-

SLIM: Slim Mode -30-

NEGA: Negative Mode -30-

SEPIA: Sepia Mode -30-

B/W: Black & White Mode -30-

SOLARI: Solarisation Mode -30-

(PB) ZOOM: Playback Zoom -34-

SP: Standard Play Mode (Recording Speed Mode) -19-

LP: Long Play Mode (Recording Speed Mode) -19-

INDEX: Index signal recording -34-

S 1: Search Number -34-

5×: Zoom Magnification Indication -23-

AUTO: Automatic Mode -20-

MNL: Manual Mode -27-

: Image Stabilizer -24-

MIC, AV IN: Audio Dubbing Input Display -41-

12 bit, 16 bit: Audio Recording Mode -19-

MF: Manual Focus -29-

Back Light Mode -25-

Sports Mode (Programme AE) -27-

Portrait Mode (Programme AE) -27-

Low Light Mode (Programme AE) -27-

: Spotlight Mode (Programme AE)

-27-

Surf & Snow Mode (Programme AE) -27-

REC: Recording -20-

PAUSE: Recording Pause -20-

Self-Timer Recording -23- When connecting the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic to [REMOTE] Socket and the [TALK] Button is pressed, this indication appears. -21-

▷: Playback -32-

II: Still Playback -33-

▷▷: Fast-forward/Cue Playback -32-

◀◀: Rewind/Review Playback -32-

◀, ▶: Slow Motion Playback -33-

◀III, III▶: Still Advance Playback -33-

K, ▷: Index Search -33-

CHK: Recording Check -20-

A.DUB ▷: Audio Dubbing -41-

A.DUB III: Audio Dubbing Pause -41-

BLANK: Blank Search -20-

R ▷: Repeat Playback -52-

2×▷▷: Variable Speed Search -33-

1/500: When you adjust shutter speed manually, this indication appears. -29-

SLIDE▷: Slide Show Playback -36-

SLIDEIII: Slide Show Playback Pause -36-

F2.4: When you adjust the F Number manually, this indication appears. -29-

■: White Balance Adjustment Mode -27-

Outdoor Mode -27-

Indoor Mode (recording under incandescent lamp) -27-

C.NIGHT VIEW: Colour Night View Function -25-

0LUX NIGHT VIEW:

0 Lux Night View Function -26-

Z.MIC: Zoom Microphone -24-

WIND CUT: Wind Noise Reduction -26-

P: Progressive Photoshot Mode -21-

T.MACRO : Tele Macro -24-

SOFT SKIN : Soft Skin Mode -26-

PICTURE: Picture -35-

TITLE: Title picture -37-

MPEG4: Moving Picture (MPEG4) -36-

0h00m00s: Recording time of MPEG4

VOLUME: Volume adjustment -32-

15:30:45: Date/Time Indication -47-

N (F, E): Photoshot Picture Quality (during Photoshot recording)

[F] means Fine, [N] means

Normal and [E] means Economy. -21-

E, N, F, SF : MPEG4 Picture Quality -

0: Remaining Number of Photoshot pictures

R:0h00m: Remaining time of MPEG4

Continuous Photoshot Recording

-22-

: Lock Setting -38-

● (White): DPOF Setting completed (set to 1 or more picture) -38-

640: [640×480] Image size

- For images not recorded with this Movie Camera, the size display is determined as follows according to the number of horizontal pixels.

640: 640 or more, less than 800 (The size is not displayed at under 640 pixels.)

SVGA: 800 or more, less than 1024

XGA: 1024 or more, less than 1280

SXGA: 1280 or more, less than 1600

UXGA: 1600 or more, less than 2048

QXGA: 2048 or more

PICTURE (Cyan): Photoshot Mode

PICTURE (Red): While Photoshot recording is activated

PICTURE (Green): While the card is being read

PICTURE (Red): No Card (Still Picture Mode)

MPEG4 (Cyan): Moving Picture (MPEG4) Recording Mode

MPEG4 (Red): While Moving Picture (MPEG4) recording is activated

■ To Change the Counter Display Mode

By changing [C.DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu, you can change the Counter Display Mode to Tape Counter Indication [COUNTER] (0:00.00), Memory Counter Indication [MEMORY] (M0:00.00), and Time Code Indication [TIMECODE] (0h00m00s00f). (-15-) By repeatedly pressing the [DISPLAY] Button on the Remote Controller, you can change the Counter Display Mode.

■ To Display Date/Time Indication

To display Date/Time Indication, set the appropriate Date/Time in [DATE/TIME] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu. (-15-)

You can also press the [DATE/TIME] Button of the Remote Controller repeatedly to display or change the Date/Time Indication.

■ To Change the Display Mode

By changing [DISPLAY] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu, you can change the Display Mode to

All Function Display [ALL] and Minimum Display [OFF]. (-15-)

■ Progressive Photoshot

You cannot use the Progressive Photoshot Function in the following cases.

When using Tape Recording Mode

●Digital Effect Modes in [EFFECT1] - Digital Zoom [D.ZOOM] ●1/750 s or faster shutter speed - When brightness is insufficient - When the Night View Function is ON - When the Portrait Mode is used

When using Card Recording Mode

• When brightness is insufficient
• When the Night View Function is ON

Initializing the Modes

You can change the Menu settings back to the shipping condition.

1 Set [INITIAL] >> [INITIAL SET] >> [YES].

●The initializing takes a little while. ●After the initializing is completed, the [COMPLETED] Indication appears with beeps.

- Initializing will not erase the clock setting (-18-) that has been adjusted.

Warning/Alarm Indications

If any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the condition of the Movie Camera.

DEW (DEW DETECT/EJECT TAPE):

Condensation has occurred. -55-

(CHECK REC TAB/TAPE NOT INSERTED):

You are attempting to record pictures on a Tape with setting the accidental erasure prevention slider to [SAVE].

You are attempting Audio dubbing or Digital dubbing on a Tape with setting the accidental erasure prevention slider to [SAVE].

No Cassette is inserted. -12-

(LOW BATTERY):

The Battery is low. Recharge it. -9-

: The built-in battery is low. -18-

(NEED HEAD CLEANING):

The video heads are dirty. -56-

END (TAPE END):

The tape came to the end during recording.

REMOTE (CHECK REMOTE MODE):

Wrong Remote Controller Mode has been selected. -9-

UNPLAYABLE TAPE

(OTHER FORMAT):

You are attempting to play back a tape

section that has been recorded with a different TV system.

UNABLE TO A. DUB

(LP RECORDED):

Because the original recording was done in LP Mode, audio dubbing cannot be performed.

INCOMPATIBLE TAPE:

This cassette is incompatible.

PUSH THE

RESET SWITCH:

An irregularity in the mechanism has been detected. Press the [RESET] Button (-7-). This may solve the problem.

CARD FULL:

Card does not have sufficient memory remaining.

Select Picture/MPEG4 Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files.

NO CARD:

Card is not inserted.

NO DATA:

There are no recorded files in the Card.

UNPLAYABLE CARD:

You are attempting to play back data which is not compatible with this Movie Camera.

CARD ERROR:

This Card is not compatible with this Movie Camera.

COPY INHIBITED:

Because the medium is protected by a copy guard, images cannot be recorded correctly.

INCORRECT OPERATION:

The Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed without connecting the USB cable to the PC in Picture Playback Mode.

CHECK CARD:

You are attempting to record MPEG4 moving pictures recorded in SUPERFINE on MultiMediaCard. Use SD Memory Card.

CAN NOT USE USB

CHANGE MODE:

The USB cable is connected to the Movie Camera in Card Recording Mode or Picture/MPEG4 Playback Mode.

CAN NOT OPERATE:

You are attempting to record pictures on a Card with connecting the USB cable to the Movie Camera in Tape Recording/Playback Mode.

UNABLE TO WRITE

(MULTI RECORDING):

The [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed when you are recording pictures on a Tape

with setting the Digital Effect [MULTI] of [EFFECT1].

UNABLE TO WRITE

(MPEG4 RECORDING):

The [PHOTO SHOT] Button is pressed when you are recording MPEG4 moving pictures.

You are attempting to record on a tape when MPEG4 Recording from external input signals is in progress.

UNABLE TO WRITE:

The Recording Start/Stop Button is pressed when you are recording still pictures on the Card.

CASSETTE DOOR OPENED:

Close the Cassette Compartment Cover before recording.

NO TITLE:

Titles are not recorded.

UNABLE TO INSERT TITLE:

You are attempting to do Title In Function when MPEG4 Recording is in progress or Continuous Photoshot Function is set.

UNABLE TO WRITE

(WIDE MODE):

You are attempting to record pictures of S1 signal (with aspect ratio 16:9) by pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.

FILE LOCKED:

You are attempting to erase protected files.

CARD LOCKED:

The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to [LOCK].

DISCONNECT USB CABLE:

You are attempting to turn the Mode Dial or turn the Movie Camera off in PC Mode with connecting the USB cable to the Movie Camera.

Notes and Hints

■ Concerning the Power Supply

- When the Movie Camera is used for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.

- If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up although the Battery is attached to the AC Adaptor, detach the Battery and reattach it.

- Inserting/Removing the Cassette

- In the case of using a previously recorded Cassette, you can use the Blank Search Function to find the position where you want to continue recording.

- If a new Cassette is inserted, rewind to the beginning of the tape before starting recording.

• When inserting the cassette, make sure it faces in the right direction and then push it in until it stops.
• When the Cassette Holder is in action, do not touch anything except the [PUSH] mark.
• When closing the Cassette Compartment Cover, do not get anything caught in the cover, such as a cable of an optional stereo microphone.

Alarm Sounds

When [BEEP SOUND] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu on the [TAPE RECORDING MENU] is set to [ON], confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows.

1 Beep

• When you start recording
• When you switch the [OFF/ON] Switch from [OFF] to [ON] 2 Beeps
• When you pause recording 2 Beeps for 4 times
• If you operate a wrong operation before or during recording

Recording Check

- For Recording Check, the recording speed mode (SP/LP) must be the same as the mode used for the recording. If different, playback images will be distorted.

Recording on a Card

• Even if the [SHTR EFFECT] is set to [ON], the Shutter Effect cannot be recorded on the picture. ●Pictures with wide-screen format signals cannot be copied.
• When the colour of the screen changes or blurs, adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/50 or 1/100.

Photoshot

●The sound cannot be recorded. - The file format supported by this Movie Camera is JPEG. (Not all the JPEG formatted files will be played back.) - If NORMAL or ECONOMY is selected for recording, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image depending on the image content.

Continuous Photoshot

• One more still picture may be recorded after you release the [PHOTO SHOT] Button.
• The Continuous Photoshot and Title Function cannot be used simultaneously.
• When the [SELF TIMER] is set to [ON], the Movie Camera records the maximum number of pictures recordable depending on the [BURST MODE] setting.
• When using a card formatted by other equipment, intervals of recording pictures may become large.
• If recording or erasing pictures is repeated many times, intervals of recording pictures may become large. In this case, back up your important data on PC, and format your card by this Movie Camera.
• Intervals of recording pictures may become large depending on the card. We recommend using Panasonic SD Memory Card.

Recording Moving Pictures (MPEG4)

●The following functions are disabled: - Self-timer -23- - The sound is recorded in monaural, which is mixed [L] and [R] of the stereo sound. - When playing back the MPEG4 moving picture recorded by this Movie Camera with other equipment, black bars may appear at the top and bottom of the screen. - MPEG4 moving pictures recorded in SUPERFINE cannot be recorded in the MultiMediaCard. - If you record wide images as MPEG4 moving pictures when using line input or DV input, the wide images are recorded in Longwise style. - MPEG4 moving pictures may not be recorded on the card formatted by other equipment (e.g., PC).

Quick Start

• During the Quick Start Standby Mode, a minute amount of electricity is consumed.
• When the Movie Camera is left in the Recording Pause Mode for 6 minutes, it will be turned into the Quick Start Standby Mode. To turn the Movie Camera on again, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and then set it to [ON] again. (The Quick Start Mode will be restored.)

- This Function is not activated in the following cases:

●A tape and a card are not inserted, while the Tape Recording Mode is set. ●A card is not inserted, while the Card Recording Mode is set.

- In the following cases, Quick Start is cancelled during the Quick Start Standby Mode.

• Operate the mode dial ●The Battery is replaced

- If the [QUICK START] Button is pressed and held for approximately 2 seconds during the Quick Start Standby Mode, the Lamp will go off and the Movie Camera will completely be turned off.

- If the Movie Camera is not operated for approximately 30 minutes when the Quick Start Recording Lamp lights, the Lamp will go off and the Movie Camera will completely be turned off.

- In the Automatic White Balance Mode, the colour may be recorded unnaturally at the beginning of the recording.

- The zoom magnification differs from when it is in the Quick Start Standby Mode and when the recording starts.

Self-timer Recording

• When [BEEP SOUND] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu is set to [ON], the beep sound will be emitted along with the Recording Lamp flashing in the Self-timer Standby Mode.
• By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, Recording Start/Stop Button or Mode Dial, the Self-timer Standby Mode is cancelled.

Zoom In/Out Functions

- When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 1.2 metres or further from the Movie Camera.

Tele-Macro Function

• The Tele-Macro Function cannot be started during recording.
• When the [D.ZOOM] is set to [20×] or [500×] , the Tele-Macro Function with the magnification greater than 10× is available.
• If a sharper focus cannot be achieved, adjust the focus manually.

In the following cases, the Tele-Macro Function is cancelled.

• The zoom magnification becomes lower than 10x.
• Setting the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF].

Zoom Microphone Function

• The Zoom Microphone Function may not work effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.
• It does not work with an external microphone.

Digital Zoom Functions

• As the magnification of digital zoom increases, the quality of image may deteriorate.
• White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom range.

■ Image Stabilizer Function

• The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate in a dimly lit place. In this case, the [icon] Indication flashes. ● Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness may change or colours may not look natural. ● After-images may appear.
• When a tripod is used, it is recommended that you turn the Image Stabilizer off.
• Within the digital zoom range, or when recording with a conversion lens attached, the Image Stabilizer Function may not work effectively.

■ Backlight Compensation Function

- When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight Compensation Function does not work.

- By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, the Backlight Compensation Function is cancelled.

Night View Functions

- In a bright place, such as outdoors, the recorded picture may become whitish.

- In a dark place, the recorded picture is presented in a time-lapse-like manner.

- Adjust the Focus manually.

- The Progressive Photoshot Function is automatically turned off.

- The Continuous Photoshot Function cannot be used.

● White Balance cannot be set.

● The shutter speed cannot be adjusted.

● The Image Stabilizer, Programme AE or Digital Effect Modes in [EFFECT1] cannot be set.

- When recording with the Night View Function, it is recommended that you use the tripod.

- The Night View Function makes the signal charging time of CCD up to 25 times longer than usual, so that the dark scenes that are invisible to the naked eyes can be recorded brightly. For this reason, a bright dots may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

- The Image Stabilizer Function does not work. In this case, the [icon] Indication flashes.

● The Soft Skin Function and the Backlight Compensation Function cannot be changed.

Wind Noise Reduction Function

- It does not work with the microphone on the Free Style Remote Controller with Mic nor an external microphone.

- When it is set to [ON], microphone directivity is regulated depending on the strength of the wind to reduce wind noise.

Cinema Function

- Using the Cinema Mode does not widen the recording angle.

- If you play back tape recorded in Cinema Mode on a wide-screen (16:9) format TV, playback size is automatically adjusted to fit the TV screen format. Please refer to the TV's operating instructions for details.

- When images are displayed on a TV screen, the Date/Time Indication may be erased in some cases.

- Depending on the TV, the picture quality may be deteriorated.

- The Cinema Mode is cancelled when a Title is displayed.

- The Cinema Mode and the Title Creation cannot be used simultaneously.

- Using the Cinema Mode deactivates [MULTI] and [P-IN-P] of [EFFECT1].

- Depending on the software in use, the imported Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly.

Programme AE

• If any of the Programme AE Modes are selected, you cannot adjust the shutter speed (-28-) or iris (-29-).
• Using the Night View Function cancels any of the Programme AE mode.

Sports Mode

• During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.
• Because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change, avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light.
• If you record a subject illuminated with strong light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear.
• If the light is insufficient, the [ ] indication flashes.

Sports Mode/Portrait Mode

• If you record a still picture in Progressive Photoshot Mode, the brightness and hue of the recorded still picture may become unstable.
• If this mode is used for indoor recording, playback images may flicker.

Low Light Mode

- Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be made brighter to a satisfactory degree.

Spotlight Mode

• With this mode, recorded images may become extremely dark.
• If the recording subject is extremely bright, its recorded image may become whitish.

Surf & Snow Mode

- If the recording subject is extremely bright, its recorded image may turn out to be whitish.

White Balance

In the following cases, you cannot change White Balance:

• When you set [EFFECT2] to [SEPIA] or to [B/W].
• When you set the Zoom to 10x or higher, or during Digital Still Picture Mode.
• When you display a Menu.
• When you use the Night View Mode. In the following cases, the [■△] indication flashes:
• The flashing indicates that the previously adjusted White Balance setting is still kept. This setting will be kept until White Balance is adjusted again.
• You may not be able to achieve correct White Balance Adjustment manually under weak illumination.

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

• You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject.
• During normal playback, movement in the images may not look smooth.
• Because the colour and brightness of the playback image may become unstable, avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light.
• If you are using Night View Mode (-25-) or Programme AE Mode (-27-), you cannot adjust the shutter speed.

Manual Iris Adjustment

• Depending on zoom magnification, there are iris values that will not be displayed.
• If you are using Night View Mode (-25-) or Programme AE Mode (-27-), you cannot adjust the iris.
• If you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after setting the Iris, the value set for the Iris will be cancelled.

Digital Effect Functions

• If you have set [EFFECT2] to [B/W] or [SEPIA], changing the selected White Balance Mode is not possible. (-27-)
• Setting the Cinema Mode cancels the Picture-in-Picture Mode and the Multi-Picture Mode.
• During the Digital Still Picture Mode, the Digital Effect Functions cannot be set.

In the following cases, using the [EFFECT1] on the [DIGITAL] Sub-Menu is not possible.

- When the Night View Mode is set (-25-)

In the following cases, using the Digital Effect Function is not possible.

- Title In

Wipe Mode and Mix Mode

If the following operation is carried out, stored images will be erased, and Wipe and Mix Functions cannot be used.

• Set other item of Digital Effect
• Operate the [OFF/ON] switch or Mode Dial
• Insert or eject a cassette

Picture-in-Picture Mode

• If the Mode Dial is operated, the smaller picture disappears.
• Titles cannot be inserted into the smaller picture.

Multi-Picture Mode

• If the [MULTI] Button is pressed while self-recording Mirror Mode (-22-) is used, the still picture is displayed from the upper right corner of the screen, but in reality, the picture is recorded from the upper left corner as usual. ●The quality of Multi images deteriorates slightly.

- The top and bottom of the Multi pictures will be cut off slightly.

Playing Back

Repeat Playback

If you continue to press the [▶] Button for 5 seconds or longer, the Movie Camera switches to Repeat Playback Mode, and the [R ▷] Indication appears. (To cancel Repeat Playback Mode, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF].)

Listening to Playback Sound through Headphones

If you want to use the headphones to listen to the playback sound, set [AV JACK] to [OUT/PHONES] and connect the headphones to the [PHONES] Socket (-7-) on the Movie Camera. In this case, no sound (including warning and shutter sounds) will be reproduced through the built-in speaker of the Movie Camera.

Choosing Sound during Playback

You can select the sound by using the [AUDIO OUT] setting on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu.

STEREO: Stereo Sound (main sound and sub sound)

L: Left channel sound (main sound)

R: Right channel sound (sub sound)

- If you dub a tape recorded with [12bit] selected as [AUDIO REC] in the [RECORDING] Sub-Menu, playback sound becomes stereo regardless of the [AUDIO OUT] setting if [12bit AUDIO] is set to [MIX].

Index Search Functions

- Index Search may not be possible at the beginning of the tape.

- Scene Index Search may not function properly if the interval between two scene index signals is less than 1 minute.

■ Playback Zoom Function

- You cannot adjust the sound volume with the Remote Controller in Playback Zoom Mode.

- If you turn off the Movie Camera power or operate the Mode Dial, Playback Zoom Mode is automatically cancelled.

- Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being used, images output from the DV Terminal (-7-) are not enlarged.

- As you enlarge an image, the quality of the image deteriorates.

- During a Playback Zoom, the Variable Speed Search Function cannot be changed with the Remote Controller.

■ Playback Digital Effect Functions

- Signals of images to which digital effects are added during playback cannot be output from the DV Terminal (-7-).

- You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while playing back the non-recorded portion of the tape.

Playing Back a Card

• If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the screen becomes white.
• If you attempt to play back a file recorded in a different format or a file whose data is defective, the whole display becomes bluish and the [UNPLAYABLE CARD] indication may appear as a warning.
• When playing back a picture recorded on other equipment, its size and that of this Movie Camera may appear differently.
• When playing back a picture recorded on other equipment, the picture may not be played back or the quality of pictures may be deteriorated.
• When playing back a nonstandardized file, the Folder File Number may not be displayed.
• In the following cases, black bars may appear, depending on the playback device.
• When playing back a mega-pixel still-picture with this Movie Camera and recording it onto a tape
• Changing the picture size to 640×480 with DV STUDIO

- The file format supported by this Movie Camera is ASF. (Not all the ASF formatted files will be played back.)

• When you set [SCREEN] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu to NORMAL in playing back MPEG4 moving pictures, they are displayed smaller. This is not a malfunction.
• Moving pictures are kept still during Cue/Review playback. Only the counter number increases or decreases.
• MPEG4 data cannot perform Slow Motion Playback (forward direction and reverse direction), Still Advance Playback (forward direction and reverse direction) or Playback with Zoom Lever.
• If you try to play back on other Panasonic cameras an MPEG4-recorded image for which the [MPEG4 MODE] was set to a mode other than ECONOMY, this image will not be displayed, and the indication [PLEASE RE-OPERATE AFTER PUSHING RESET BUTTON], etc., may appear. This is not a malfunction.
• For the MPEG4 moving pictures recorded on other equipment, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] indication may be displayed when they are played back. If the [▶] Button is pressed in this case, [▶] will be displayed for a few seconds and the next image will be displayed.
• The MPEG4 data cannot be output from the DV Terminal.
• When playing back MPEG4 data recorded on other equipment, a part of the playback elapsed time may be indicated as [--] or the date and time display may differ from when it was recorded.
• If you attempt to play back a file recorded on other equipment, the [UNPLAYABLE CARD] indication may appear and playback may not be possible. Or during playback, the [UNPLAYABLE CARD] indication may appear, the playback picture may be presented in a time-lapse-like manner, or the picture and sound may not synchronize.

Slide Show

- It may take longer than usual to play back depending on the picture.

Creating a Title

• When set to MPEG4 Playback Mode, the Title Creation function is not available.
• Even if the contrast of the title is adjusted, portions where there is little difference between light and dark or where the boundary between light and dark is unclear may not appear.
• The title may not appear well if something small is used for it.
• If titles are created, the number of images that can be recorded on a card decreases.
• If the number of images that can be recorded on a card is small, you may not be able to create a title.

Adding a Title

• When set to MPEG4 Playback Mode, the Title In function is not available. ●Original titles are added after the preset titles.
• The Title In Function and Digital Effects cannot be used simultaneously.
• The Title In Function and Continuous Photoshot cannot be used simultaneously.
• When a title is displayed in Tape Playback Mode, the title is not output from the DV Terminal.
• The Multi-Picture Mode cannot be used once the title is inserted.
• A full-coloured title made on other equipment cannot be played back or added to the picture with this Movie Camera.
• A title with size of other than 640 x 480 cannot be displayed.
• When recording MPEG4 moving pictures is in progress, Title in Function cannot be used.
• When the title is displayed on the Multi screen, the recording and the playback cannot be performed.
• During external input or DV input, you cannot use Title In Function or display titles on the Multi screen. Select the desired titles to display them on the screen before connecting the cable to the Movie Camera.

DPOF

• Perform the DPOF Settings with your own Movie Camera in use.
• Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little time. Wait until the Card Access Lamp goes out.

Lock Setting

●The Lock Setting carried out by this Movie Camera is only effective for this Movie Camera. - The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to the [LOCK] side, you cannot write to or format the Card. If it is moved back, you can. - The MPEG4 data recorded by another Movie Camera may not be able to cancel the lock setting.

Playing Back on Your TV

• Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown even if you correctly connect the movie camera to your TV. In this case, set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to [OUT].
• If you set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT] Sub-Menu to [IN/OUT], nothing will be shown on the TV screen except during playback. (NV-GS55 only) ●Picture size may be displayed differently when playing back a Cinema picture on a wide-screen TV with Playback Digital Effect.
• We recommend you to set [SCREEN] on the [DISPLAY] Sub-Menu to NORMAL when playing back MPEG4 on TV.

Recording Pictures from a Card onto a Tape

• When recording the Card Image on a Tape, its size is transformed into 720 × 576 according to the DV format.
• If you attempt to record a still picture with a large image size on a Tape, there may be a reduction in the quality of the image. ● The MPEG4 data cannot be recorded on a Tape.

Audio Dubbing

●The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed. - Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot be dubbed. - 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. - If you set the tape counter back to 0 at the position where you want to stop Audio Dubbing so as to make it possible to use the Memory Stop Function (-60-), Audio Dubbing is terminated automatically when the tape reaches this position. - In the case of importing data recorded with Audio Dubbing to a PC using the PC's software, only the original sound (ST1) may be imported, depending on the software.

■ Recording the Contents of Other Equipment

- You cannot record on a tape when MPEG4 recording from external input signals is in progress. You cannot record on a card when recording on a tape from external input signals is in progress.

Recording to a Card

If you set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode, you can use the Photoshot function for external input signals.

- Black streaks may appear at the 4 edges of the image.

Analog-Digital Conversion

• When the Movie Camera is connected with other digital video equipment through its DV Terminal, images recorded in analog form from other external equipment can be output to the digital video equipment through the DV Terminal.
• To output DV analog video signals sent from other equipment, set [DV OUT] on the [AV IN/OUT] Sub-Menu to [ON]. (Normally, keep [DV OUT] set to [OFF]. If it is set to [ON], the image quality may be disturbed.) (NV-GS55 only)
• When using the AV Cable and DV Cable (optional) at the same time, detach the Grip Belt first for easier connection.

■ Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing)

• Regardless of the setting, digital dubbing is carried out automatically in the same audio recording mode as that of the playback cassette.
• The images on the recorded monitor may be disturbed, but this does not affect the recorded images.
• Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback Zoom, or Playback Title In have been used, these effects are not output from the DV Terminal.
• Even if you use equipment with DV Terminals (such as IEEE1394), you may not be able to perform Digital Dubbing in some cases.
• Date or other information to be displayed cannot be displayed if the software of the connected equipment does not support the display function.
• You cannot record on a tape when MPEG4 recording from external input signals is in progress.

You cannot record on a card when recording on a tape from external input signals is in progress.

Cautions for Use

After Use

1 Take out the Cassette. (-12-) 2 Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF]. 3 Take out the Card. (-12-) 4 Detach the power supply and retract the Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor. (-9-, -13-) 5 To protect the Lens, attach the supplied Lens Cap.

■ Cautions for Use

When you use your Movie Camera on a rainy or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that no water enters the Movie Camera.

Water may cause the Movie Camera or Cassette to malfunction. (Irreparable failure may occur.) 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.

Keep the Movie Camera away from magnetized equipment (such as a microwave oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.).

• If you use the Movie Camera on or near a TV, images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use near cell phone because doing so may cause noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.
• 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 a microprocessor may adversely affect the Movie Camera, causing the disturbance of images and sounds.
• If the Movie Camera is affected by magnetically charged equipment and does not function properly, turn off the Movie Camera power and detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again. Thereafter, turn on the Movie Camera power.

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 use this Movie Camera for surveillance purposes or other business use.

• If you use the Movie Camera for a long period of time, the internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction.
• This Movie Camera is not intended for business use.

When you use your Movie Camera on a beach or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust get into the Movie Camera.

Sand or dust may damage the Movie Camera or Cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing the Cassette.)

Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the Movie Camera.

• If the Movie Camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off.
• Do not keep rubber or plastic products in contact with the Movie Camera for a long period of time.

Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for cleaning the Movie Camera.

• The camera body may be deformed and the surface finish may peel off.
• Before cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out the AC Mains Lead from the AC mains socket.
• Wipe the Movie Camera with a soft dry cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent diluted with water and afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth.
• For storing or transporting the Movie Camera, place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so as to prevent the coating on the camera body from being worn.

After use, be sure to take the Cassette out and detach the Battery from the Movie Camera or pull out the AC Mains Lead from AC mains socket.

• If the Cassette is left in the Movie Camera, the tape sags and deteriorates.
• If the Battery is left on the Movie Camera for a long time, the voltage drops excessively, and the Battery will not function even after it is recharged.

About AC Adaptor

- 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 temperature of the Battery has decreased or increased sufficiently, charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE] Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be faulty. In this case, please contact a dealer.

• If the Battery is warm, charging takes a longer time than normal.
• 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.)
• Keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and Battery always clean.

Condensation

If you turn the Movie Camera on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape, Condensation Indication [DEW] (yellow or red) blinks on the Viewfinder or the LCD monitor and the messages [DEW DETECT] or [EJECT TAPE] (only when the tape is inserted) appear. In this case, follow the procedure below.

Blink in yellow:

Dews are slightly adhering on the head or the tape.

Blink in red:

Dews are adhere on the head or the tape.

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 Compartment Cover closed to cool or warm it to the ambient temperature.

When [DEW] blinks in yellow

• You cannot use the Tape Recording/Playback Mode. Leave the Movie Camera for about 30 minutes. ●However, you can use the Card Recording Mode or Picture/MPEG4 Playback Mode when the cassette is not inserted.

When [DEW] blinks in red

- The Power Indicator Lamp blinks for about 1 minute and then the Movie Camera automatically turns off. Leave it for about 2 to 3 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 districts, dews may be frozen. In this case, it may take more time before the condensation indication disappears.

Watch for Condensation even before the Condensation Indication is displayed.

- The condensation indication may not appear depending on circumstances. When condensation occurs on the lens or the Movie Camera, it also may occur on the head and the tape. Do not open the Cassette Compartment Cover.

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.

■ Video Head Clogging and Care

If the heads (the parts that make contact with the tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear on the playback image, or the screen as a whole becomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty, recording performance deteriorates, and, in the worst case, the Movie Camera cannot record at all.

Causes of Dirty Heads

●Large quantity of dust in the air ●High-temperature and high-humidity environment - Damaged tape ●Long operating hours

Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head Cleaner

1 Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie Camera in the same manner as a Video Cassette. 2 Press the [▶] Button, and approximately 20 seconds later, press the [■] Button. (Do not rewind the tape.) 3 Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video Cassette and start recording. Then, play the tape back to check the recorded image. 4 If the image is not still clear, repeat Steps 1 to 3. (Do not use the Head Cleaner for 3 times or more consecutively.)

Notes:

• Do not rewind every time you use the Head Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches the end, and then use it again from the beginning in the same manner as before.
• If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning, the tape may be damaged. In this case, immediately stop using that cassette.
• Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive cleaning may cause excessive wear of the heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be played back even after the heads are cleaned.)
• If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the Head Cleaner, the Movie Camera needs to be cleaned at a service centre. Please consult a dealer.
• Video Head Cleaners can be purchased from service centres.
• Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not considered a malfunction of the product. It is not covered by the warranty.

Periodical Check-up

To maintain the highest image quality, we recommend replacement of worn parts, such as heads, etc., after approximately 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends on operating conditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust, etc.)

■ Optimal Use of the Battery Battery Characteristics

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power is based upon the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in an extremely cold environment, the Battery may operate only for about 5 minutes. If the Battery becomes extremely hot, a protective function may operate, and the Battery may become unusable for a while.

Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use

Be sure to detach the Battery from the Movie Camera. (If it 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.

Disposing of an Unusable Battery

●The Battery has a limited life. - Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may cause an explosion.

Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery Clean

Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with dirt, dust, or other substances.

If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see if the Battery body and terminals are deformed. Attaching a deformed Battery to the Movie Camera or AC Adaptor may damage the Movie Camera or AC Adaptor.

■ Cautions for Storage

Before storing the Movie Camera, take the Cassette out and detach the Battery.

Store all the components in a dry place with a relatively stable temperature.

(Recommended Temperature: 15 to 25°C, Recommended Humidity: 40 to 60%)

Movie Camera

• Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from getting into the Camera.
• Do not leave the Movie Camera in places that expose it to high temperature.

Battery

• Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the Battery.
• If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
• Do not allow the Battery terminals to come in contact with metal objects (such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in

a short circuit or heat generation and, if you touch the Battery in this condition, you may be badly burned.

- Store the Battery in a completely discharged state. To store the Battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you completely use up the charged capacity.

Cassette

• Before storing it, rewind the tape to the beginning. If the Cassette is left for more than 6 months with the tape stopped midway, the tape sags (although it depends on the storage condition). Be sure to rewind to the beginning.
• Store the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), or humidity may damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral particles, and dusty Cassettes damage the heads of the Movie Camera and other components. Develop a habit of returning the Cassette back to its case.
• Once every half year, 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, temperature and humidity changes may cause the Cassette to deform due to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound tape may stick to itself.
• Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic substances or equipment.
• The surface of tape is covered with extremely minute magnetic particles, upon which signals are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc., have magnetic force that is stronger than you may normally expect, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may cause noise in images and sounds.

Card

• When the Card is being read, do not remove the Card, turn off the power, or subject it to vibration or impact.
• 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.
• Do not bend or drop the Card. The Card or the recorded content may be damaged.
• After use, be sure to remove the Card from the Movie Camera. ●After usage, store the supplied SD Memory Card in the enclosed bag.
• Do not touch the terminals on the back of the Card with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter it.

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood LCD Monitor

• 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 when you turn its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to the normal brightness.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 123,000 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

• Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun. Internal components may be seriously damaged.
• When the Movie Camera is used with a large capacity Battery (CGA-DU14, CGA-DU21; optional) attached to it, it is not practical to look in the Viewfinder from behind the Battery.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the Viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 67,500 pixels for NV-GS44 and approximately 113,000 pixels for NV-GS55. 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.

Lens Hood

• Do not attach other conversion lenses in front of the Lens Hood; there is no mount to be used for the attachment.
• When you wish to attach the Tele Conversion Lens (VW-LT2714N2E; optional), Wide Conversion Lens (VW-LW2707N2E; optional), MC Protector (VW-LMC27E; optional), or ND Filter (VW-LND27E; optional), first of all, turn the Lens Hood counterclockwise. If the MC Protector or ND Filter is used, the Lens Hood can be mounted on the filter.
• If you push the [W/T] Lever toward [W] during recording with the filter and conversion lens attached together to the Movie Camera, 4 corners of the image may become dark (vignetting). For details, please refer to the operating instructions of your accessories.

- Be sure to keep the Lens Hood attached to the Movie Camera so as to shut out unnecessary light.

Before Requesting Repair (Problems and Solutions)

Power

1: The Movie Camera power cannot be turned on.

- Is the power source connected correctly? (-9-)

2: The Movie Camera power is turned off automatically.

- When the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 6 minutes, the power is turned off automatically for tape protection and power conservation. (If the AC Adaptor is used, the power is turned off only when the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode.) When the tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if the Recording Pause Mode continues for more than 6 minutes, the power is turned off automatically.

To resume recording from this condition, turn off, then turn on the power again.

3: The Movie Camera power does not stay on long enough.

- Is the Battery low? Charge the Battery or attach a fully charged Battery. (-9-)

- Has condensation occurred? Wait until the Condensation Indication disappears. (-55-)

Battery

1: Battery runs down quickly.

- Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the AC Adaptor. (-9-)

- Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold place? In cold places, the operating time of the Battery becomes shorter. (-56-)

- Has the Battery worn out? If the operating time is still too short even after the Battery is fully charged, the Battery has worn out.

2: The Battery cannot be charged.

- If the DC Input Lead is connected to the AC Adaptor, charging cannot be performed. Disconnect the DC Input Lead.

Normal 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. (-12-)

- Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new cassette. (-12-)

- Is the camcorder power turned on? (-20-)

- Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (-55-)

Other Recording

1: Auto Focus function does not work.

- Is Manual Focus mode selected? If Auto Focus mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted. (-29-)

- There are some recording subjects and recording surroundings for which the Auto Focus function does not operate correctly. In this case, use Manual Focus mode to adjust the focus. (-59-)

Editing

1: Audio dubbing cannot be performed.

- Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed. (-12-)

- Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that was recorded in LP mode? LP mode does not allow audio dubbing to operate. (-19-)

Indications

1: The time code becomes inaccurate.

- The time code indication counter may not be constant in the reverse direction in slow motion playback mode, but this is not a malfunction.

2: 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 displayed correctly.

- 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.

Playback (Pictures)

1: Pictures cannot be played back even when the [▶] Button is pressed.

- Is the Mode Dial set to Playback Mode? If not, the playback function cannot be used. (-32-)

2: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during Cue, Review or Slow Motion Playback.

- This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It 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 sockets used for the connection.

- Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown even if you correctly connect the movie camera with your TV. In this case, set [AV JACK] on the [AV IN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to [OUT].

4: Playback picture is not clear.

- Are the heads of the Movie Camera dirty? If the heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. (-56-)

5: Playing back or recording do not function, the screen has frozen or the indication has disappeared.

- Turn the Movie Camera off. If the Movie Camera is not turned off after operating the [OFF/ON] switch, press the [RESET] Button (-7-) first. And detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then reattach it.

Playback (Sound)

1: Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of the Movie Camera or the headphones.

- Is the volume too low? During playback, push the [W/T] Lever to display the [VOLUME] Indication and adjust the volume. (-32-)

2: Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.

- [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] has been set to [MIX]. As a result, the original sound and sound that was recorded by audio dubbing are played back together. It is possible to reproduce the sounds separately. (-42-)

3: The original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed.

- 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 at the time of recording.

4: Sounds cannot be played back.

- Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is being played, is [12bit AUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU] set to [ST2]? To play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing, [12bit AUDIO] must be set to [ST1]. (-42-)

- Is the Variable Speed Search Function working? Press the [▶] Button to cancel the Variable Speed Search Function. (-32-)

Card

1: Recorded pictures are not clear.

- Is [PICT QUALITY] on the [CARD] Sub-Menu set to NORMAL or ECONOMY? If recording is done with it set to NORMAL or ECONOMY, images with fine details may include a mosaic-like pattern. Set [PICT QUALITY] to FINE. (-21-)

2: 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. (-41-, -44-)

3: During Playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is displayed.

- The image was either recorded in a different format, or data is damaged.

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.

Others

1: The Free Style Remote Controller with Mic does not operate correctly.

- If it is not plugged in tightly, it will not operate correctly.

2: The Movie Camera clatters when shaking it.

- It is a sound of the lens moving, not a malfunction.

3: 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. (-44-)

Explanation of Terms

Digital Video System

In a digital video system, images and sounds are converted into digital signals and recorded on a tape. This complete digital recording is capable of recording and playback with minimal image and sound deterioration.

In addition, it automatically records data, such as Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals.

Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS Cassettes

Because this Movie Camera employs a digital system for recording image and sound data, it is not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment that employs an analog recording system.

The size and shape of the Cassettes are also different.

Compatibility with Output Signals

Because AV signal output from the AV signal output socket is analog (the same as conventional video systems), this Movie Camera can be connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a TV for playback.

Focus

Auto Focus Adjustment

The Auto Focus System automatically moves forward and backward the focusing lens inside the Movie Camera to bring the subject into focus so that the subject can be seen clearly.

However, the Auto Focus System does not function properly for the following subjects or under the following recording conditions.

Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.

1) Recording a subject whose one end is located closer to the Movie Camera and the other end farther away from it

- Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at the centre of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both foreground and background.

2) Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass

- Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the subject behind the glass will not be focused.

3) Recording a subject in dark surroundings

- Because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably, the Movie Camera cannot focus correctly.

4) Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects

- Because the Movie Camera focuses on the objects with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects, the recording subject may become blurry.

5) Recording a fast-moving subject

- Because the focus lens inside moves mechanically, it cannot keep up with the fast-moving subject.

6) Recording a subject with little contrast

- Because the Movie Camera achieves focus based upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject with little contrast, such as a white wall, may become blurry.

Time Code

Time Code signals are data that indicate time measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (25 frames per second). If this data is included in a recording, an address is assigned to each image on the tape.

• The Time Code is automatically recorded as a part of the sub-code at each recording.
• When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette is inserted, the Time Code automatically starts from zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted, the Time Code picks up from the point where the last scene was recorded. (In this case, when the Cassette is inserted, the zero display [0h00m00s00f] may appear, but the Time Code starts from the previous value.)

●The Time Code cannot be reset to zero.

- Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing may not be possible. To ensure that the Time Code will be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the use of the Blank Search Function (-20-) before recording a new scene.

■ Memory Stop Function

The Memory Stop Function is useful for the following operations.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a desired position

1 Set [DISPLAY] >> [C.DISPLAY] >> [MEMORY]. 2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape position from which you want to play it back later. (-7-, -15-) 3 Start playback or recording. 4 After playback or recording has finished: Set the Movie Camera to Tape Playback Mode. 5 Rewind the tape.

- The tape automatically stops approximately at the position where the counter was set to zero.

Stopping editing automatically during audio dubbing

1 Set [DISPLAY] >> [C.DISPLAY] >> [MEMORY]. 2 Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the position where you want to stop editing. 3 Play back the still picture where you want to start audio dubbing. 4 Start audio dubbing. (-41-)

●Audio dubbing automatically stops at the position where the counter was set to zero.

Specifications

Specifications

Digital Video Camera

Information for your safety

Power Source:

DC 7.9/7.2 V

Power Consumption:

Recording

2.1 W (When using Viewfinder)

2.6 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/2ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4ch)

Image Sensor:

1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor

Lens:

Auto Iris, F1.8, Focal Length; 2.3–23 mm, Macro

(Full Range AF)

Filter Diameter:

27 mm

Zoom:

10:1 Power Zoom

Monitor:

2.5-inch LCD

Viewfinder:

(NV-GS44) Electronic Viewfinder

(NV-GS55) Colour Electronic Viewfinder

Microphone:

Stereo (with a zoom function)

Speaker:

1 round speaker ∅ 20 mm

Standard Illumination:

1,400 lx

Minimum Required Illumination:

1 lx (Colour Night View Mode)

Video Output Level:

1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

S-Video Output Level:

Y Output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

C Output: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Audio Output Level (Line):

316 mV, 600 ohm

Video Input Level: (NV-GS55)

1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

S-Video Input Level: (NV-GS55)

Y Input: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

C Input: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Audio Input Level (Line): (NV-GS55)

316 mV, 10 kohm or more

Mic Input:

Mic sensitivity -50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack)

USB:

Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant (max. 12 Mbps)

No copyright protection support

Digital Interface:

(NV-GS44) DV Output Terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)

(NV-GS55) DV Input/Output Terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)

Dimensions:

Approx. 63 (W) × 78 (H) × 99 (D) mm

Weight:

Approx. 370 g (without Battery and DV cassette)

Approx. 430 g (with CGA-DU07 and DVM60)

Operating Temperature:

0°C - 40°C

Operating Humidity:

10%-80%

Card Memory Functions

Recording Media:

MultiMediaCard (4 MB/8 MB/16 MB), SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/512 MB)

Still Picture Recording File Format:

JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding

Still Image Size:

640×480 pixels (VGA)

Video Compression:

MPEG4

MPEG4 Image Size:

SUPERFINE: 320×240 pixels (QVGA)

FINE: 320×240 pixels (QVGA)

NORMAL: 176×144 pixels (QCIF)

ECONOMY: 176×144 pixels (QCIF)

MPEG4 Transmission rate:

SUPERFINE: approximately 1 Mbps, 12fps

FINE: approximately 420 kbps, 12fps

NORMAL: approximately 296 kbps, 12fps

ECONOMY: approximately 100 kbps, 6fps

WEB Camera

Compression:

Motion JPEG

Image Size:

320 × 240 pixels (QVGA)

AC Adaptor

Information for your safety

Power Source:

AC 110–240 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:

61 (W)×32 (H)×91 (D) mm

Weight:

Approx. 110 g

Weight and dimensions are approximate values.

Specifications may change without prior notice.

Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional)

PICTURE QUALITY		FINE NORMAL ECONOMY
8MB 45 95	190
16MB 100	200 400
32MB 220	440 880
64MB 440	880 1760
128MB 880	1760 3520
256MB 1760	3520 7040
512MB 3520	7040	14080

- These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.

Maximum recording time of MPEG4 moving picture on an SD Memory Card (optional)

●Maximum Continuous Recording Time: Approximately 120 minutes - “1h10min.” indicates 1 hour and 10 minutes. - The numbers shown in the table are approximations. ●These figures vary depending on the scene.

Index

Numerics

0 Lux Night View Function .....26

A

AC Adapter 9,55

Audio Dubbing 41

Auto Focus 59

B

Backlight Compensation 25

Black & White Mode ....30

Blank Search 20

C

Card Playback 35

Card Recording Mode 21

Charging the Battery 9

Cinema Mode 26

Colour Night View Function .....25

Condensation 55

Continuous Photoshot 22

Cue Playback 32

D

Date/Time Indication ....47

Date/Time Setting ......18

Digital Effects ......30

Digital Still Picture 21

Digital Zoom 24

DPOF Setting 38

Dubbing 42, 43

E

Erasure Prevention Slider ....12

F

F Number 29

Fade 25

Formatting 39

Free Style Remote Controller ....8

H

Headphones 52

Iris 29

LCD Monitor 13,57

Lock Setting 38

Low Light Mode 27

M

Macro Close-up 23

Manual Focus 29

Memory Stop 60

Microphone 24

Mirror Mode 30

Mix Mode 30

Mode Dial 13

Mosaic Mode 30

Moving Picture (MPEG4) Recording .....22

MPEG4 Playback Mode ....35

MPEG4 Recording 22

Multi-Picture Mode 30

N

Negative Mode 30

P

PC Mode 44

Photoshot 21

Picture Playback Mode ....35

Picture Size 36

Picture-in-Picture Mode 31

Playback Digital Effects 35

Playback with Zoom Lever 33

Playback Zoom 34

Portrait Mode 27

Programme AE 27

Q

Quick Start 23

R

Recording Check 20

Recording Pause Mode 20

Recording Speed 19

Remaining Tape Time 46

Remote Controller 7

Repeat Playback 52

Review Playback 32

S

Self-Recording 22

Self-timer Recording 23

Sepia Mode 30

Shutter Speed 28

Slide Show 36

Slim Mode 30

Slow Motion Playback 33

Soft Skin Function 26

Tape Recording Mode 20

Tele-Macro Function ......23

Time Code 60

Trailing Effect Mode ....30

V

Variable Speed Search ....32

Video Head Clogging ....56

Viewfinder 13,57

W

Web Camera 44

White Balance 27

Wipe Mode 30

Z

Zoom 23

Zoom Microphone 24

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