Panasonic Palmcorder PV-GS59 User Manual

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PV-GS59
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Digital Video Camcorder
Operating Instructions
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Panasonic Palmcorder PV-GS59 Specifications

General

Brand	Panasonic
Model	Palmcorder PV-GS59
Category	Camcorder
Language	English

Summary

Things You Should Know

Safety Precautions

General safety advice for the camcorder and its usage.

Important Safety Instructions

Precautions

PC Compatibility

Quick Guide

Using the Battery

Instructions for charging and attaching the camcorder battery.

Inserting a Cassette

Steps for inserting and removing a video cassette.

Inserting a Memory Card

Procedure for inserting and removing an optional memory card.

Turning on the Camcorder

Steps to power the camcorder on and off.

Recording Operations

Recording on a Tape

Instructions for recording video and still pictures onto a tape.

Playing Back a Card

Parts Identification and Handling (continued)

Before Using (continued)

Inserting/Removing a Cassette

Detailed procedure for inserting and removing video cassettes.

Inserting/Removing a Cassette (continued)

Using a Memory Card (Optional)

Inserting/Removing a Card

Turning on the Camcorder

How to Turn on the Power

Steps to power the camcorder on.

How to Turn off the Power

Steps to power the camcorder off.

Setting Date and Time

Using the LCD Monitor

Easy to Use Mode Dial

How to Use the Joystick Control

Recording Modes

Tape Recording Mode

Detailed settings and options for tape recording mode.

Card Recording Mode

Settings and options for recording still pictures onto a memory card.

Playback Modes

Tape Playback Mode

Options and navigation for playing back recorded tape footage.

Picture Playback Mode

Using the Menu Screen

Menu Options

[ADVANCED] Advance Setup Sub-Menu

[SETUP] Setup Sub-Menu

[TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

[CARD RECORDING MENU]

Menus Related to Taking Pictures

Mode Settings

Recording on a Tape

About Recording

Basic information and setup for recording.

On-screen Display in the Tape Recording Mode

Tape Recording Operations

To Check the Recording

Finding the End of Recording (Blank Search Function)

Recording a Still Picture on a Card (Photoshot) (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

To record still pictures clearly

Advanced Recording Features

RapidFire Consecutive Photoshot

Quick Start

Special Recording Functions

Self-timer Recording (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Zoom In/Out Functions

Zoom and Stabilization

Digital Zoom Function

Image Stabilizer Function

Fade and Backlight Compensation

Image Enhancement Functions

Recording in Special Situations (Scene Mode)

White Balance Adjustment

Adjusting White Balance Manually

Manual Shutter Speed Adjustment

Manual Iris Adjustment (F Number)

Manual Focus Adjustment

Playback Mode

Playing Back a Tape

Steps for playing back recorded video from a tape.

Finding a Scene You Want to Play Back

Still Playback/Still Advance Playback

Playing Back a Memory Card (For PV-GS39/PV-GS59)

Indications

Warning/Alarm Indications

Cautions for Use

Condensation

Video Head Clogging and Care

Optimal Use of the Battery

LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood

Power/Body

Troubleshooting common issues with power and battery.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

The Camcorder cannot be operated though powered up.

Troubleshooting steps when the camcorder won't turn on.

The Camcorder does not operate normally.

Solutions for general operational problems.

Auto focus function does not work.

Playback Issues

Playback (Sound)

Troubleshooting no sound from the speaker or mixed audio playback.

Playback (Pictures)

Common artifacts and issues with picture playback.

Card Issues

Problems related to memory card recognition, deletion, and clarity.

Troubleshooting and Resetting

The indication disappears, the screen is frozen, or no operation can be performed.

Troubleshooting frozen or unresponsive camcorder.

Using the RESET button

How to use the reset button to recover from errors.

Explanation of Terms

Focus

Specifications

Request for Service Notice (For U.S.A. customers)

Limited Warranty (For U.S.A. customers)

Warranty (For Canada customers)