Panasonic PV-GS400 User Guide

Before Use

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

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

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

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

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

Use this mode when you want to connect the 
Camcorder to your personal computer.

ª 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.

≥The Viewfinder can also be pulled out for use, 

and the length can be adjusted in 2 steps.

≥Do not pull on the Eyecup to extend the 

Viewfinder.

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 Camcorder off, this setting is 

cancelled.

ª Using the LCD Monitor

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

 out in the direction of 

the arrow.
≥The Viewfinder is now deactivated.
≥The LCD Monitor can be opened a maximum 

of 120

o. If you open the LCD monitor to an 

angle of 120

o, it becomes easier to operate 

menus or to play back pictures.

Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to 
the desired recording angle.
≥The LCD Monitor can rotate a maximum of 

180

o 1 from the vertical position upwards 

and a maximum of 90

o 2 to the downward 

direction. Forcefully rotating the LCD Monitor 
beyond these ranges will damage the 
Camcorder. You cannot rotate the LCD 
Monitor when it is opened to an angle of 120

o. 

Therefore, do not rotate it forcibly.

Closing the LCD Monitor
Push the LCD Monitor until it is securely locked.
≥Make sure the Card Slot Cover is closed.

        

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