Panasonic PV-GS400 User Guide
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4: Playback picture is not clear.
• Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the
• Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the
heads are dirty, playback image cannot be
clear. (
clear. (
)
5: Playing back or recording do not function,
the screen has frozen or the indicator has
disappeared.
disappeared.
• Turn the Camcorder off. If the Camcorder is not
turned off after operating the [OFF/ON] switch,
press the [RESET] Button (
press the [RESET] Button (
) first. And
detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then
reattach it.
reattach it.
Playback (Sound)
1: Sound is not played back from the built-in
1: Sound is not played back from the built-in
speaker of the Camcorder or the
headphones.
headphones.
0 Is the volume too low? During playback, push
the [
`VOL/JOG_] Lever to display the
[VOLUME] Indicator and adjust the volume.
(
(
)
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. (
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. (
)
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.
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
• 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]. (
[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]. (
)
• Is the Variable Speed Search Function
working? Press the [
1] Button to cancel the
Variable Speed Search Function. (
Card
1: Recorded pictures are not clear.
0 Is [PICT QUALITY] on the [CARD] Sub-Menu
1: Recorded pictures are not clear.
0 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]. (
is done with it set to [NORMAL] or
[ECONOMY], images with fine details may
include a mosaic-like pattern. Set
[PICT QUALITY] to [FINE]. (
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
personal computer is recommended. (
personal computer is recommended. (
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 Camcorder or the Card may be
damaged. Please consult a dealer.
Others
1: The Magic Wire Remote Control with
1: The Magic Wire Remote Control with
Narration Mic does not operate correctly.
• If it is not plugged in tightly, it will not operate
correctly.
2: The Camcorder clatters when shaking it.
• It is the sound of the lens moving, not a
• It is the 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. (
)
Explanation of Terms
ª 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 Camcorder 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 jack is analog (the same as conventional
video systems), this Camcorder can be
connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a TV for
playback.
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 Camcorder 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 jack is analog (the same as conventional
video systems), this Camcorder can be
connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a TV for
playback.
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