Panasonic NVGS250EB Operations Instructions

Operating InstructionsDigital Video CameraModel No. NV-GS250EBBefore use, please read these instructions completely.VQT0N69RGS250EB.book 1 ページ ２００４年

Before using10VQT0N69Power supplyª Charging the batteryWhen this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using thi

Before using11VQT0N69Charging time and recordable timeThe times shown in the table below show the times at a temperature of 25oC and a humidity of 60%

Before using12VQT0N69≥After using, make sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it, and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position

Before using13VQT0N69≥If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the card or the recorded data may be damaged or the

Before using14VQT0N69ª Joystick and screen displayPush the centre of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each push switches the d

Before using15VQT0N69Switching the languageYou can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the d

Before using16VQT0N692 Select a menu item.≥Use the direction buttons (π, ∑, ∏, ∫) and [ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the main unit.3 Press

Before using17VQT0N69ª In order to increase the brightness of the entire LCD monitor1Press the [POWER LCD] button.≥The [POWER LCD] lamp lights up.≥If

Before using18VQT0N69(13) Stop button [∫] (14) Recording start/stop button [START/STOP] ¢(15) Playback button [1] (16) Fast forward/cue button [5](17)

Before using19VQT0N69Free style remote control with micThis controller can be used from different high and low angles. It is also handy when a tripod

2VQT0N69Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these Operating Inst

Record mode20VQT0N69Record modeCheck before recordingCheck the following by trying recording before important events such as weddings in order to veri

Record mode21VQT0N69Recording on a tapeRemove the lens cap. (-8-)(When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance a

Record mode22VQT0N69Check the recordingThe last image recorded is played back for 2 to 3 seconds. After checking, the camera will be set to a recordin

Record mode23VQT0N69≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -61-.≥The sound cannot be recorded.≥While data are recorded o

Record mode24VQT0N69Zoom in/out functionYou can zoom in up to 10koptically.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Wide-angle recording (zoom out):Push the

Record mode25VQT0N69Quick startThis camera will be put into standby in approx. 1.7 seconds after the power is turned on.≥This is only activated in the

Record mode26VQT0N69≥When the LCD monitor is reversed, the Power LCD Lamp turns on and the screen is lit in white.≥Record the subject while viewing it

Record mode27VQT0N69Pause recording. (fade out) The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops.ªTo

Record mode28VQT0N69ª To adjust the brightness of the video flash1Set [ADVANCE] >> [FLASH LEVEL] >> select the desired brightness level.[ß

Record mode29VQT0N69≥Images played back vary depending on the TV connected. Please refer to the operating instructions for your TV.≥This function does

3VQT0N69≥Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.≥SD Logo is a trademark.≥Leica is a registered trademark of Lei

Record mode30VQT0N69Recording in various situations (Scene mode)When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum s

Record mode31VQT0N691) Auto white balance adjustment [ ]2) Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps) [ ]3) Outdoor mode [ ]4) Manual adjust

Record mode32VQT0N69Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentShutter SpeedAdjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. When recording persons outdoor

Playback mode33VQT0N69Playback modePlaying back tape≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.1 Operate with joystick.1/;: Playback/Pause6: Rewind/Review playback (R

Playback mode34VQT0N69Frame-by-frame playback1 During playback, press the [;] button on the remote control.2 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on

Playback mode35VQT0N69ª If the image or audio from this camera is not output on the TV≥Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥Check the

Playback mode36VQT0N69Deleting files recorded on a cardThe deleted files cannot be restored.≥Set to Picture Playback Mode.1 Move the joystick left or

Playback mode37VQT0N69Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting)You can write the data of pictures to be printed, number of copies, and other

Edit mode38VQT0N69Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a cardStill pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been recorde

Edit mode39VQT0N695 Start recording.6 Move the joystick down to select the [∫] icon to stop playback.7 Stop recording.≥For more information, refer to

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Edit mode40VQT0N69≥If, during recording, an operation such as cue playback or slow motion playback is performed on external equipment, mosaic-like pat

Edit mode41VQT0N69≥If a picture (bilingual video, etc.) containing main sound and sub sound has been dubbed, select the desired sound by [SETUP] >&

Edit mode42VQT0N695 Press the [;] button on the remote control to start audio dubbing.≥When the free style remote control is used, start recording wit

Edit mode43VQT0N693 Move the joystick left and right to select a desired picture, and then press it.4 Select the desired number of prints.≥You can set

Menu44VQT0N69MenuMenu listMenu figures and illustrations are provided for easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are different from the actual m

Menu45VQT0N69ª [CARD RECORDING MENU]1) [BASIC][SCENE MODE] -30-[PICT. QUALITY] -23-[PICTURE SIZE] -23-[SELF TIMER] -28-[CLOCK SET] -16-2) [ADVANCE][BU

Menu46VQT0N69Menus related to taking picturesª [H.SHOE MIC]Set to [LOWCUT] and this reduces low sound noise and wind noise hitting the stereo zoom mic

Menu47VQT0N69ª [AUDIO OUT]This switches the sound to be played back.[STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub sound) [L]: Left channel sound (main so

Others48VQT0N69OthersIndicationsVarious functions and the movie camera status are shown on the screen.Basic indicationsr: Remaining battery power0h00m

Others49VQT0N690: Remaining number of photoshot pictures (When the remaining number of photoshot pictures reaches 0, the red indication flashes.) : Sl

Before using5VQT0N69Before usingª Sales and Support InformationCustomer Care Centre≥For UK customers: 08705 357357 ≥For Republic of Ireland customers:

Others50VQT0N69CHANGE ASPECT TO 4:3: You are attempting to record pictures with an aspect ratio of 16:9 by pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] button.FILE LOCKE

Others51VQT0N69Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)Power/Body1: The movie camera power cannot be turned on.• Is the battery fully charged

Others52VQT0N69access lamp is on may destroy the data on the card.) 6: The cassette cannot be removed.• Does the power lamp comes on when opening the

Others53VQT0N69later time. To hear the sounds separately, set to [ST1] or [ST2]. (-42-) • Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO]

Others54VQT0N69Others1: The indication disappears, the screen is frozen, or no operation can be performed.• Turn off the power to the movie camera. If

Others55VQT0N69Especially in cold areas, moisture may be frozen. If so, it may take more time before the condensation indication disappears.Watch for

Others56VQT0N69≥The camera body may be discoloured and the surface finish may peel off.≥Wipe the movie camera with a soft dry cloth to remove dust and

Others57VQT0N69When storing the cassette after use, be sure to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it out. ≥If the cassette is left for more tha

Others58VQT0N69Viewfinder≥To remove dust from inside the viewfinder, dismount the viewfinder first. When the dust is difficult to remove, get rid of i

Others59VQT0N69ª Auto focusAuto focus automatically moves the focusing lens forward and backward inside the movie camera to bring the subject into foc

Before using6VQT0N69Parts identification and handlingª Camera(1) Built-in video flash -27-(2)Recording lamp -46-(3)Microphone (built-in, stereo) -24-,

Specifications60VQT0N69SpecificationsSpecificationsDigital Video CameraInformation for your safetyRecording format:Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video

Specifications61VQT0N69AC adaptorInformation for your safetyDimensions:61 mm (W) k32 mm (H) k91 mm (D)Weight:Approx. 110 gWeight and dimensions are ap

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63VQT0N69Indexª Numerics0 Lux Night View Function ...25ª AAC Adaptor ...10, 56Ap

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Before using7VQT0N69(27) LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -9-(28)Reset button [RESET] -50-(29)Power LCD button [POWER LCD] -17-Power LCD lamp -17-(30)Mode

Before using8VQT0N69(43) Lens hoodIn order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counterclockwise 1. In order to fit it, put into slot 2, and then rotat

Before using9VQT0N69ª To use as a grip beltAdjust the belt length so it fits your hand.1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.1 Flip the belt.2