Panasonic PVGS180 Betriebsanleitung

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. LSQT0973 CFor USA assistance, please call: 1-800-21

Before using10LSQT0973Quick Guideª Charging the battery1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC main socket.2 Put the battery on the batter

Before using11LSQT0973ª How to turn off the power1 While pressing the button 1, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].ªRecording on a tape≥Set to Tape Reco

Before using12LSQT0973Before usingAccessoriesThe following are the accessories supplied with this product.1) AC adaptor, DC cable, AC cable -16-2) Bat

Before using13LSQT0973(10) Viewfinder -15-, -71-(11) Battery holder(12) Battery release lever [BATT] -16-(13)Power switch [OFF/ON] -19-(14)Status indi

Before using14LSQT0973(37) Shoulder strap fixture≥Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3

Before using15LSQT0973Using the LCD monitorYou can record the image while viewing it on the LCD monitor.1 Put a finger on the LCD monitor release and

Before using16LSQT0973Power supplyª Charging the batteryWhen this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using th

Before using17LSQT0973Charging time and recordable timeThe times shown in the table below show the times at a temperature of 25 oC (77 oF) and a humid

Before using18LSQT0973ª When the cassette holder cannot be housed≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again.≥Check if the battery has run d

Before using19LSQT0973ª Card access lamp≥When the Camcorder accesses the card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up

2LSQT0973Things You Should KnowThank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market

Before using20LSQT0973How to use the joystickª Basic joystick operationsOperations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the

Before using21LSQT09735) Card recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL]) 6) Picture playback modeSwitching the languageYou can swit

Before using22LSQT09737 Press the joystick to determine the setting.ªTo exit the menu screen Press the [MENU] button.ªTo get back to the previous scre

Before using23LSQT0973Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinderª Adjusting the brightness and color level1Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >>

Before using24LSQT0973(10) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] ¢(11) Rewind/review button [6] (12) Pause button [;] (13) Stop button [∫] (14) Recording star

Before using25LSQT0973ª Selecting the remote control modeIf 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of Camcorder and remote co

Record mode26LSQT0973Record modeCheck before recordingCheck the following by a trial recording before important events such as weddings in order to ve

Record mode27LSQT0973Recording on a tapeRemove the lens cap. (-14-)(When the Camcorder is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white bala

Record mode28LSQT0973Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tapeYou can record still pictures while recording image onto a ta

Record mode29LSQT0973Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot) ≥Set to Card Recording Mode.1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway in order to

3LSQT0973FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rul

Record mode30LSQT0973ª Select the size of still pictures to be recorded on a card1Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select a desired pictur

Record mode31LSQT0973ª To use the zoom microphone functionInterlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will clearly capture sounds far away

Record mode32LSQT0973≥When the Camcorder is quick-started with the white balance on automatic, it may take some time until the white balance is adjust

Record mode33LSQT0973Soft skin modeThis allows the skin color to be recorded in a softer tone.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick un

Record mode34LSQT0973Wind noise reduction functionThis reduces the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1

Record mode35LSQT0973Image stabilizer functionReduces the jitter caused by hand movement when recording.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Set [ADVANCE] &g

Record mode36LSQT0973Recording in various situations (Scene mode)When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum

Record mode37LSQT0973Recording in natural colors (White balance) The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on th

Record mode38LSQT0973Manual focus adjustmentIf auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available.≥Set to Tape/Card R

Record mode39LSQT0973Manual iris/gain adjustment≥If the value does not become “OPEN”, you cannot adjust the gain value.≥If the gain value is increased

4LSQT0973IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not

Playback mode40LSQT0973Playback modePlaying back tape≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.1 Operate with joystick.1/;: Playback/Pause6: Rewind/Review playback (

Playback mode41LSQT0973Frame-by-frame playback1 During playback, press the [;] button on the remote control.2 Press the [E] button or the [D] button o

Playback mode42LSQT0973Playback on TVImages recorded by this Camcorder can be played back on a TV.≥Insert a recorded tape into this Camcorder.1 Connec

Playback mode43LSQT0973ª To display multiple playback filesMultiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are displayed.1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever t

Playback mode44LSQT0973Formatting a card Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store imp

Edit mode45LSQT0973Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a cardStill pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been record

Edit mode46LSQT0973≥For more information, refer to the operating instructions for your TV set and recorder.≥When you do not need functional indication

Edit mode47LSQT0973Audio dubbingYou can add music or narration to the recorded cassette.≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.1 Insert an external microphone sec

Edit mode48LSQT0973Printing pictures by directly connecting to the printer (PictBridge)To print pictures by directly connecting the Camcorder to the p

With a PC49LSQT0973With a PCCheck before UseAvailable software and required drivers vary depending on the OS of the personal computer, check the requi

5LSQT0973PrecautionsUSE & LOCATION≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your Camcorder and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not con

With a PC50LSQT0973Connecting Computer and CamcorderBefore making these connections, turn off all devices, which are to be connected.≥It is recommende

With a PC51LSQT0973Using as a Web cameraIf the Camcorder is connected to your personal computer, you can send video and sound from the Camcorder to ot

With a PC52LSQT0973ª Connecting the Camcorder to personal computer (For Use as a Web Camera)1Install the supplied Video Stream Driver on the provided

With a PC53LSQT0973ª Setting up Windows MessengerWhen starting Windows Messenger for the first time, its setup screen is displayed. (However, the scre

With a PC54LSQT0973DV DATA Streaming FunctionWhen the OS is Windows XP the Camcorder can be connected to the personal computer with the USB cable, how

With a PC55LSQT0973If a description other than [Microsoft] is displayed≥Update the driver with the following procedure.1 Click [Update Driver...].2 Ch

With a PC56LSQT0973Note on the driver name displayedThe driver name displayed will differ depending on your OS, operating environment and the mode of

With a PC57LSQT0973≥When the Camcorder is switched to the PC Mode while it is connected to the personal computer, the operation mode of the Camcorder

Menu58LSQT0973MenuMenu listMenu figures and illustrations are provided for easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are different from the actual

Menu59LSQT0973ª [CARD RECORDING MENU]1) [BASIC][SCENE MODE] -36-[PICT. QUALITY] -30-[PICTURE SIZE] -30-[SELF TIMER] -34-[CLOCK SET] -22-2) [ADVANCE][B

6LSQT0973Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.End User License Agreement (for Video Stream Driver)You (“Licensee”) are granted

Menu60LSQT0973Menus related to taking picturesª [DATE/TIME]This switches between date and time indications.≥The Camcorder automatically records the da

Menu61LSQT0973Other menusª [INITIAL SET]When there is a menu that cannot be selected depending on a combination of functions, set to [YES] for changin

Others62LSQT0973OthersIndicationsVarious functions and the Camcorder status are shown on the screen.Basic indicationsr: Remaining battery power0h00m00

Others63LSQT0973≥For images not recorded with this Camcorder, the size display is determined as follows according to the number of horizontal pixels.:

Others64LSQT0973CHANGE MODE TO USE USB: The USB cable is connected to the Camcorder in Card Recording Mode.DISCONNECT USB CABLE: You are attempting to

Others65LSQT0973Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)Power/Body1: The Camcorder power cannot be turned on.• Is the battery fully charged?

Others66LSQT09736: The cassette cannot be removed.• Does the status indicator come on when opening the cassette cover? (-19-) Make sure that the batte

Others67LSQT0973• Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing the main sound and sub sound? Set to

Others68LSQT09732: “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH” is displayed.• An irregularity in the Camcorder has been automatically detected. Remove the cassette or the

Others69LSQT0973ª About dirty headsIf video heads (the parts that closely contact with the tape) become dirty, normal recording and playback are not p

7LSQT0973Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or DisassemblyLicensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to

Others70LSQT0973Do not use this Camcorder for surveillance purposes or other business use.≥If you use the Camcorder for a long time, the internal temp

Others71LSQT0973≥Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), and humidity may damage the tape. Such usage may cause damage to the Camcorder and the head

Others72LSQT0973Explanation of termsª Automatic white balanceWhite balance adjustment recognizes the color of light and adjusts so the white color wil

Others73LSQT0973SpecificationsDigital Video CamcorderInformation for your safetyRecording format:Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format) Tape u

Others74LSQT0973 ≥The numbers shown in the table are approximations.≥These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.Maximum number of

Others75LSQT0973Camcorder Accessory System*Please refer to page -17-, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.*NOTE: Accesso

Others76LSQT0973Camcorder Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Access

Others77LSQT0973Request for Service Notice (USA Only)Request for Service Notice: Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice

Others78LSQT0973Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)Panasonic Video Products Limited Warranty ProductCamcorderDVD/VCR Deck,A/V Mixer TV/VCR, TV/DVD,TV

Others79LSQT0973Customer Services DirectoryService in Canada: As per Sevicenter listed in Canadian warranty information on page -80-.Obtain Product In

8LSQT0973ContentsBefore usingQuick Guide... 10Accessories ...

Others80LSQT0973Warranty (For Canadian Customers)Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRA

Others81LSQT0973ª Numerics0 Lux MagicPix Function ...32ª AAC Adaptor ...16, 7

Others82LSQT0973Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápidoª Carga de la batería1Conecte el cable eléctrico de CA al adaptador de CA y a

Others83LSQT0973ª Cómo apagar la alimentación1 Mientras que oprime el botón 1, ponga el interruptor [OFF/ON] en [OFF].ªGrabación en una cinta≥Ajuste a

LSQT0973 CF1005Nm2026 ( 3000 D )© 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corpora

9LSQT0973Playback modePlaying back tape ........... 40Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback ......