NV-GS37EB NV-GS27EB: Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions
Digital Video Camera
Model No. NV-GS37EB

NV-GS27EB
NV-GS37EB NV-GS27EB
DV IN
Video Light
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera.
Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please
note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera may look
somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
Information for Your Safety
As this equipment gets hot during use, operate IMPORTANT

it in well ventilated place; do not install this The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
equipment in a confined space such as a accordance with the following code:
bookcase or similar unit. Blue: Neutral
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or Brown: Live
product damage, do not expose this equipment As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of
to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and this appliance may not correspond with the
ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such coloured markings identifying the terminals in
as vases, shall be placed on the equipment. your plug, proceed as follows:
AC Adaptor The wire which is coloured BLUE must be

The rating plate is on the underside of the AC connected to the terminal in the plug which is
Adaptor. marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
Caution for AC mains lead
For your safety, please read the following text The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
carefully. connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three-pin mains plug for your safety and Under no circumstances should either of these
convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this wires be connected to the earth terminal of the
plug. three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please Earth Symbol .
ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating Before Use
of 5-amperes and it is approved by ASTA or Remove the Connector Cover.
BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark How to replace the Fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the
on the body of the fuse.
type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the
must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is instructions below.
replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
must not be used until a replacement cover is 1) Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be
purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. Figure A Figure B
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS Fuse cover
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG 2) Replace the fuse and close or attach the
IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE fuse cover.
SOCKET.
Figure A Figure B
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the Fuse
wiring code as shown below. Fuse (5 ampere)
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified (5 ampere)
electrician.
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Operating Instructions
These Operating Instructions apply to models Information on Disposal for Users of
NV-GS37 and NV-GS27. Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
The illustrations used in these Operating (private households)
Instructions show model NV-GS37, however, This symbol on the products and/
parts of the explanation refer to different or accompanying documents
models. means that used electrical and
Depending on the model, some functions are electronic products should not be
not available. mixed with general household
waste.
Windows is a trademark or registered trademark For proper treatment, recovery and
of Microsoft Corporation U.S.A. recycling, please take these products to
All other company and product names in the designated collection points, where they will
operating instructions are trademarks of their be accepted on a free of charge basis.
respective corporations. Alternatively, in some countries you may be
able to return your products to your local
Pages for reference retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent
Pages for reference are indicated by dashes new product.
either side of a number, for example: -00- Disposing of this product correctly will help to
save valuable resources and prevent any
The menu operation flow is indicated by >> in the potential negative effects on human health
description. and the environment which could otherwise
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
Use only the recommended accessories. Please contact your local authority for further
Do not use any other AV cables and USB details of your nearest designated collection
cables except the supplied one. point.
When you use the cable which are sold Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
separately, please make sure to use the one disposal of this waste, in accordance with
whose length is less than 3 meters. national legislation.
WARNING For business users in the European

Do not remove the cover (or back); there are Union
no user serviceable parts inside. If you wish to discard electrical and
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. electronic equipment, please contact your
dealer or supplier for further information.
Carefully observe copyright laws. Information on Disposal in other
Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or
Countries outside the European Union
other published or broadcast material for
This symbol is only valid in the European
purposes other than your own private use
Union.
may infringe copyright laws. Even for the
If you wish to discard this product, please
purpose of private use, recording of certain
contact your local authorities or dealer and
material may be restricted.
ask for the correct method of disposal.
The Movie Camera uses copyright-protected
technologies and is protected by the patented
technologies and intellectual properties of
Japan and the U.S. To use these copyright-
protected technologies, authorization of the
Macrovision Company is required. It is
prohibited to disassemble or modify the Movie
Camera.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety.............................. 2 Playback mode
Playing back tape .......................................... 31
Before using Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame
Accessories ..................................................... 5 playback...................................................... 32
Optional ........................................................... 5 Variable-speed search function
Parts identification and handling...................... 6 (NV-GS37 only) .......................................... 32
Fitting the lens cap .......................................... 7 Playback on TV ............................................. 33
The grip belt..................................................... 7
Power supply ................................................... 8 Edit mode
Charging time and recordable time.................. 9 Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR
Turning the camera on..................................... 9 (Dubbing) .................................................... 34
Setting date and time..................................... 10 Using the DV Cable for Recording
Using the LCD monitor .................................. 11 (Digital Dubbing) ......................................... 35
Using the viewfinder ...................................... 11 Audio dubbing (NV-GS37 only) .................... 35
Quick start...................................................... 12
Inserting/removing a cassette........................ 13
Menu
Selecting a mode ........................................... 14
How to use the joystick .................................. 14 Menu list ........................................................ 37
Help mode ..................................................... 15 Menus related to taking pictures ................... 38
Switching the language.................................. 16 Menus related to playback ............................ 38
Using the menu screen.................................. 16 Other menus.................................................. 38
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder.................. 17
Using the remote control (NV-GS37 only) ..... 18 Others
Recording with the built-in LED video light Indications ..................................................... 39
(NV-GS37 only)........................................... 20 Warning/alarm indications ............................. 40
Functions cannot be used
Record mode simultaneously ............................................ 41
Check before recording ................................. 21 Before requesting repair
Recording on a tape ...................................... 22 (Problems and solutions) ............................ 42
Recording check ............................................ 22 Cautions for Use............................................ 45
Blank search function .................................... 23 Explanation of terms...................................... 48
Recording a still picture on a tape
(Photoshot).................................................. 23 Specifications
Zoom in/out function ...................................... 24 Specifications ................................................ 50
Recording yourself......................................... 24
Backlight compensation function ................... 25 Index.............................................................. 51
Colour Night view function ............................. 25
Soft skin mode ............................................... 25
Fade in/fade out function ............................... 26
Wind noise reduction function........................ 26
Recording images for wide-screen TVs......... 26
Image stabilizer function ................................ 27
Recording in various situations
(Scene mode).............................................. 27
Recording in natural colours
(White balance) ........................................... 28
Manual focus adjustment............................... 29
Manual shutter speed/aperture
adjustment................................................... 30
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Before using
Before using Accessories

Sales and Support Information The followings are the accessories supplied with
this product.
Customer Care Centre
For customers within the UK: 08705 357357 1)
For customers within the Republic of lreland:
01 289 8333
Visit our website for product information VSK0651B K2CT3CA00004
E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk (DE-974GB) K2GJ2DC00015 (RJA0053-3X)
2) 3) 4)
Technical Support for AV Software CR2025
For UK, ROI: 08701 505610
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK CGR-DU06 N2QAEC000017 K2KC4CB00022
Order accessory and consumable items for your 5)
product with ease and confidence by phoning
our Customer Care Centre MondayThursday
9.00 a.m.5.30 p.m., Friday 9.30 a.m. 5.30 p.m.
K1HA05CD0009
(Excluding public holidays)
Or go on line through our Internet Accessory 1) AC adaptor, DC input lead, AC mains lead
ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. -8-
Most major credit and debit cards accepted. 2) Battery pack -8-
All enquiries transactions and distribution The supplied battery pack is not available as
facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK spare part, see the list of optional batteries
Ltd. below for alternative battery.
It couldnt be simpler! 3) Remote control, button-type battery
Also available through our Internet is direct (supplied with NV-GS37) -18-
shopping for a wide range of finished products, 4) AV cable -34-
take a browse on our website for further details. 5) USB cable and CD-ROM
(supplied with NV-GS37)
Optional
1) AC adaptor (VW-AD11EB)
2) Battery pack (lithium/CGR-DU06/640mAh)
3) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU07/680mAh)
7) Wide conversion lens (VW-LW3007E)
8) Tele conversion lens (VW-LT3014E)
9) ND filter (VW-LND30E)
10) MC protector (VW-LMC30E)
11) Tripod (VW-CT45E)
12) DV cable (VW-CD1E)
Some optional accessories may not be
available in some countries.
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Parts identification and handling (16)

(17)
Camera
(12) (18)
(19)
(20)
(1) (4) (13)
(21)
(22)
(2)
(5)
(14)
(6)
(3)
(1) Built-in LED video light (NV-GS37 only)

-20-
(2) White balance sensor -29-
Remote control sensor (NV-GS37 only) (15)
-19-
(12) Viewfinder -11-, -48-
(3) Grip belt -7-
(4) Lens
Fit the MC protector (VW-LMC30E; Due to limitations in LCD production
optional), the ND filter (VW-LND30E; technology, there may be some tiny bright or
optional), the tele conversion lens dark spots on the Viewfinder screen.
(VW-LT3014E; optional) or the wide However, this is not a malfunction and does
conversion lens (VW-LW3007E; optional) in not affect the recorded picture.
front of the lens. Do not fit the other (13) Battery holder -8-
accessories. (except for the lens cap) (14) Battery release lever
(5) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -24-, -26- [BATTERY RELEASE] -8-
(6) Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -34- (15) DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -8-
(7) (8) (16) Power switch [OFF/ON] -9-
(17) Status indicator -9-
(18) Menu button [MENU] -16-
(19) Joystick -14-
(20) Mode dial -14-
(21) Light button [LIGHT] (NV-GS37 only) -20-
(22) Recording start/stop button -22-
(9)
DV
(23) (25)
(10) (11) (26)
(7) Speaker -31- (24)

(8) Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -13- (23) LCD monitor -11-, -48-
(9) Cassette holder -13-
(10) DV terminal [DV] -34-, -35-
(11) USB terminal [ ] Due to limitations in LCD production
technology, there may be some tiny bright or
dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
However, this is not a malfunction and does
not affect the recorded picture.
(24) LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -11-

(25) Reset button [RESET] -40-, -44-
(26) Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/
FOCUS] -21-, -27-, -30-
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Before using
Fitting the lens cap

Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens.
1 The lens cap and lens cap cord comes
(27) preattached to the grip belt.
Pass the end of the lens cap cord through
the attached eye on the lens cap. Then pass
the lens cap through the loop made by itself
(28) and pull tight.
(29)
(27) Cassette cover -13-

(28) Zoom lever [W/T] -24-
Volume lever [sVOLUMEr] -31-
(29) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -23-
When not using the lens cap, pull the lens cap
cord in the direction of the arrow. 1
When you are not recording, be sure to cover
the lens with the lens cap for protection. 2
(30)
(30) Tripod receptacle

1
This is a hole for attaching the camera to optional 2
tripod/VW-CT45E. (Please carefully read the
operating instructions for how to attach the tripod When you remove the lens cap, press the knobs
to the camera.) firmly.
(31) The grip belt

Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.
(31) Shoulder strap fixture 1 Adjust the belt length.
1
3
2
3
Put the strap (optional) through the fixture 1
and through the stopper 2 so it will not come
off. Extend part 3 by at least 2 cm. 1
Fit the other end of the belt similarly. 2
1 Flip the belt.

2 Adjust the length.
3 Fix the belt.
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Before using
Power supply Connecting to the AC outlet
Charging the battery

When this product is purchased, the battery is not
charged. Charge the battery before using this
product.
Battery charging time (-9-)
We recommend using Panasonic batteries.
If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee
the quality of this product. 1
If the DC input lead is connected to the AC
adaptor, then the battery will not get charged.
Remove the DC input lead from the AC adaptor.
1 Connect the AC mains lead to the AC 1 Connect the AC mains lead to the AC
adaptor and the AC mains socket. adaptor and the AC mains socket.
2 Put the battery on the battery mount by 2 Connect the DC input lead to the AC
aligning the mark, and then securely plug it adaptor.
in. 3 Connect the DC input lead to this product.
The output plug of the AC mains lead is not
completely connected to the AC adaptor
socket. As shown in 1, there is a gap.
Do not use the power cord for other
equipment since the power cord is exclusively
designed for the movie camera. Or do not use
the power cord of other equipment for the
movie camera.
Charging lamp Fitting the battery
Lights up: Charging Push the battery against the battery holder and
Goes off: Charging completed slide it until it clicks.
Flashing: The battery is over discharged
(discharged excessively). In a while,
the lamp will light up and normal
charging will start.
When the battery temperature is
excessively high or low, the
[CHARGE] lamp flashes and the
charging time will be longer than
normal.
Removing the battery
While sliding the [BATTERY RELEASE] lever,
slide the battery to remove it.
BATTERY
RELEASE
Hold the battery with your hand so it does not

fall.
Before removing the battery, be sure to set the
[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].
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Before using
Charging time and recordable time When you use both the viewfinder and the
LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating
The times shown in the table below show the the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself
times at a temperature of 25 oC and a humidity of etc.
60%. This is just a guide. If the temperature is The batteries heat up after use or charging. The
higher or lower than the specified value, the main unit of the movie camera being used will
charging time will become longer. also heat up. This is normal.
Along with the reduction of the battery capacity,
Supplied A 1 h 40 min
the display will change: # #
battery/ B 1 h 50 min
# # . If the battery
CGR-DU06 (1 h 25 min)
discharges, then ( ) will flash.
(7.2 V/ C 55 min
640 mAh) (45 min) Turning the camera on
CGA-DU12 A 2 h 25 min
(7.2 V/ When the camera is turned on with the lens cap
B 3 h 15 min
1150 mAh) fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment
(2 h 40 min)
may not function properly. Please turn the camera
C 1 h 40 min
on after removing the lens cap.
(1 h 20 min)
CGA-DU14 A 2 h 45 min How to turn on the power
(7.2 V/ B 3 h 50 min 1 While pressing the button 1, set the
1360 mAh) (3 h) [OFF/ON] switch to [ON].
C 1 h 55 min
(1 h 30 min)
1
CGA-DU21 A 3 h 55 min
(7.2 V/ B 5 h 45 min OFF ON
2040 mAh) (4 h 30 min)
C 2 h 55 min
(2 h 15 min) The status indicator lights red and the power
CGA-DU07 A 1 h 30 min turns on.
(7.2 V/ B 1 h 55 min If the LCD monitor is closed and the
680 mAh) (1 h 30 min) viewfinder is retracted while the [OFF/ON]
C 1h switch is set to [ON] in the Tape Recording
(45 min) Mode, the power turn off.
A Charging time How to turn off the power
B Maximum continuously recordable time 1 While pressing the button 1, set the
C Intermittent recordable time [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].
(The intermittent recordable time refers to
recordable time when the recording and stopping
1
operations are repeated.)
1 h 40 min indicates 1 hour 40 minutes. OFF ON
The battery CGR-DU06 is supplied.
The times shown in the table are rough
estimates. The times indicate the recordable Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] when not
times when the viewfinder is used. The times in using the camera.
parentheses indicate the recordable times when The status indicator goes off when the power
the LCD monitor is used. turns off.
We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU12,
CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21 for long time
recording (2 hours or more for continuous
recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent
recording).
The recordable time will become shorter in the

following cases:
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Before using
How to turn the power on and off with Setting date and time
the LCD monitor/viewfinder
When the power switch is set to [ON], the power When the movie camera is turned on for the first
can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.
and the viewfinder when the unit is in Tape
Recording Mode.
OFF ON
1 Open the LCD monitor out or extend the
viewfinder to use. (-11-) Select [YES] and press the centre of the
joystick. Do steps 2 and 3 below to set the date/
time.
If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then

adjust it.
Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. (-16-)
The LCD monitor or the viewfinder will be
activated.
2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the
viewfinder.
OFF ON
2 Move the joystick left or right in order to
select the item to be set. Then move the
The power will not turn off unless the LCD joystick up or down to set the desired value.
monitor is closed and the viewfinder is The year will change as follows:
retracted. 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...
The status indicator automatically goes off The 24-hour clock is used.
and the power turns off. (If quick start is set to 3 Press the joystick to determine the setting.
[ON] (-12-), the unit goes into quick start The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
standby mode and the status indicator lights About date/time
green.) The date and time function are driven by a
The power does not turn off even if the LCD built-in lithium battery.
monitor is closed and the viewfinder is Make sure to check the time before recording
retracted while recording on a tape. because the built-in clock is not very accurate.
3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the
Recharging the built-in lithium battery
viewfinder to turn the power on and use the
If [0] or [--] is appears when the camera is
movie camera again.
turned on, then the built-in lithium battery has
run down. Use the steps below to charge the
battery. When turn on the power for the first time
after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will
OFF ON appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time.
Connect the AC adaptor to the camera or attach
the battery to the camera, and the built-in lithium
The status indicator lights up and the power battery will be recharged. Leave the camera as
turns on. is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive
the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if
the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF], the battery
is still being recharged.)
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Using the viewfinder

WARNING
Extending the viewfinder
THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS
EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED
1 Pull out the viewfinder. Extend it by
pinching the extension knob.
BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN
NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL
PANASONIC SUPPLIER.
Using the LCD monitor

You can record the image while viewing it on the
opened LCD monitor.
1 Put a finger on the LCD monitor open part
and open the LCD monitor out in the
The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD
direction of the arrow.
monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be
deactivated.)
Adjusting the field of view
1 Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece
corrector knob.
It can open up to 90o.

2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor as you
prefer.
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You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder

from the menu.
1180o 2 90o
It can rotate up to 180o 1 towards the lens or
90o 2 towards the viewfinder.
The brightness and colour level of the LCD

monitor can be adjusted from the menu.
If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the camera
may be damaged or fail.
If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards
the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when
recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the
viewfinder simultaneously light.
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Quick start To cancel Quick Start

1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [OFF].
When quick start is on the battery power is still (-16-)
being consumed, even when the LCD monitor If the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF] while the
and the viewfinder are closed. unit is in quick start standby, the power turns off.
The camera will resume recording/pause mode If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes,
about 1.7 seconds after the LCD monitor or the then the status indicator will go off and the
viewfinder is reopened. camera will be completely turned off.
Please note in quick start mode approximately
half the pause recording power is being If the Mode dial is moved or the battery is
consumed. Using quick start mode will reduce removed in quick start standby mode, quick
the battery recording/playback time. start is cancelled and the power turns off.
This is only activated in the following cases. When the camera is quick-started with the white
A tape is inserted, while the Tape Recording balance on automatic, it may take some time
Mode is set. until the white balance is adjusted if the scene
Set to Tape Recording Mode. being recorded has a light source different from
1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON]. the scene last recorded. (When the colour night
(-16-) view function is used, however, the white
balance of the scene last recorded is retained.)
MENU If the power is turned on in quick start standby,
the zoom magnification becomes 5k and the
picture size may differ from what it was before
quick start standby.
2 While the [OFF/ON] switch is still set to If [POWER SAVE] (-38-) is set to [5 MINUTES]
[ON], close the LCD monitor and retract the and the unit automatically goes into quick start
viewfinder. standby mode, set the [OFF/ON] switch to
[OFF], then to [ON] again. Also, close the LCD
monitor and retract the viewfinder and then
open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder
again.
OFF ON
When using the AC adaptor, quick start can be
used even if a tape is not inserted.
The status indicator lights green and the unit

goes into quick start standby mode.
The movie camera will not go into quick start
standby unless the LCD monitor is closed and
the viewfinder is retracted.
3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the
viewfinder.
OFF ON
The status indicator lights red and the camera

is put into recording pause approx.
1.7 seconds after it is turned on.
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Inserting/removing a cassette When inserting a previously recorded cassette,

use the blank search function to find the position
1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on where you want to continue recording. If you are
the power. overwriting a previously recorded cassette, be
2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the sure to find the position where you want to
cassette cover. continue recording.
OPEN/ Close the cassette cover tightly.
EJECT
When closing the cassette cover, do not get
anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.
After use, be sure to rewind the cassette
completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store
the case in an upright position. (-47-)
When the cover is fully opened, the cassette If the indicator of the condensation does not
holder will come out. display on the LCD monitor and/or the
3 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/ viewfinder and you notice condensation on the
remove the cassette. lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette
cover otherwise condensation may be formed
on the heads or the cassette tape. (-45-)
When the cassette holder does not
come out
Close the cassette cover completely, and then
open it again completely.
Check if the battery has run down.
When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown Check if the cassette compartment cover is in
in the figure, and then securely insert it as far contact with grip belt as shown below. If so, be
as it goes. sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when
When removing, pull it straight out. opening.
4 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close
the cassette holder.
The cassette holder is housed.
1
PUSH
When the cassette holder cannot be

housed
Caution: Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON]
Take care not to trap your fingers under the again.
cassette holder when closing it. Check if the battery has run down.
5 Only after the cassette holder is completely Accidental erasure prevention
housed, close the cassette cover by If the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 of a
pressing the mark 2. cassette is opened (slide in the direction of the
[SAVE] arrow), the cassette cannot be recorded.
2 When recording, close the accidental erasure
prevention slider of the cassette (slide in the
direction of the [REC] arrow).
1
REC
SAVE
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Before using
Selecting a mode Joystick and screen display

Push the centre of the joystick, and icons will be
Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode. displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is
1 Rotate the mode dial. moved down, the indication changes.
Set your desired mode to 1. (In the Tape Playback Mode, the icons will be
automatically displayed on the screen.)
1
1) Tape Recording Mode
([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to
[AUTO])
: TAPE RECORDING MODE

Use this when you record the image on a tape. 1
: TAPE PLAYBACK MODE
Use this to play back a tape.
How to use the joystick

Basic joystick operations
Operations on the menu screen and selection
of files to be played back on the multi-image 2 Fade -26-
display 1/4 3 Backlight compensation -25-
Move the joystick up, down, left or right to select 1 Help mode -15-
an item or file, and then push in the centre to set 2/4 2 Soft skin mode -25-
it.
3/4 3 Colour night view -25-
1 2 Recording check -22-
4/4
3 1 Blank search -23-
5 1 is displayed while recording on a tape.
4
2
1 Select by moving up.

2 Select by moving down.
3 Select by moving left.
4 Select by moving right.
5 Determine by pushing the centre.
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Before using
2) Tape Recording Mode Help mode

([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to
[MANUAL]) Select an icon for an explanation of the function.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during
the recording pause. Move the joystick
down until icon 1 appears.
1
2
2 Move the joystick right to select the Help
mode icon [ ].
1
The help mode explains the operation icons

displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/
FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO] in Tape
2 Iris or gain value -30- Recording Mode.
5/5 3 White balance -28- 3 Move the joystick up, left, or right to select
1 Shutter speed -30- the desired icon.
2 Manual focus adjustment
6/6 (When set to [FOCUS]) -29-
1
1 is displayed while recording on a tape.
2 is displayed only when the [AUTO/
MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS].
3) Tape Playback Mode
An explanation of the selected icon is

displayed on the screen.
Each time the joystick is moved down, the
indication changes.
3 Playback/pause -31- To exit the Help mode
4 Stop -31- Select [EXIT] or press the [MENU] button.
2 Rewind (review playback) -31- When the Help mode is used, functions cannot
1 Fast forward (cue playback) -31- be set.
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Before using
Switching the language 5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the
selection.
You can switch the language on the screen
display or the menu screen.
1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired
language.
6 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the item to be set.
Using the menu screen

For each individual menu, please refer to -37-.
1 Press the [MENU] button. 7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.
MENU
The menu corresponding to the mode To exit the menu screen

selected by the mode dial is displayed. Press the [MENU] button.
Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is To get back to the previous screen
displayed. Move the joystick left.
select the top menu.
About the menu setting

The menu is not displayed while recording on a
tape. Also, you cannot record on a tape while
the menu is displayed.
3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the

selection.

select the sub-menu.
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Before using
Operating with remote control Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

(NV-GS37 only)
The menu screen transition is the same as when Adjusting the brightness and colour
the buttons on the main unit are used. level
1 Press the [MENU] button. 1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >>
[YES].
2 Select a menu item.

Use the direction buttons (3, 2, 1, 4) and
[ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the
main unit. 2 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the item to be adjusted.
[LCD SET]
: Brightness of the LCD monitor
: Colour level of the LCD monitor
[EVF SET]
3 Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu EVF : Brightness of the viewfinder
screen. 3 Move the joystick left or right to move the
bar indication representing the brightness.
4 Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to
complete the settings.
When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180

towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD
monitor cannot be adjusted.
To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close
the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to
activate it.
These settings will not affect the images actually
recorded.
If you adjust the colour level of the LCD monitor,
the colour level of the viewfinder also
automatically changes. (NV-GS37 only)
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Before using
Using the remote control

(NV-GS37 only) (10)
(14)
Remote control
Using the remote control supplied will enable
(15)
controlling almost all the functions of this camera (16)
to be controlled. (11)
(12)
(13)
(1) (3) (17)
(2)
(4)
(10) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT]

(11) Rewind/review button [6]
(12) Pause button [;]
(5)
(13) Stop button []
(14) Recording start/stop button
[START/STOP]
(15) Playback button [PLAY 1]
(1) On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] (16) Fast forward/cue button [5]
-33- (17) Enter button [ENTER] -17-
(2) Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -37- means that these buttons function in the same
(3) Audio dubbing button [AUDIO DUB] -35- manner as the corresponding buttons on the
(4) Record button [REC] (not operable) movie camera.
(5) Direction buttons [3, 2, 1, 4] -17- Install a button-type battery
Install the button-type battery supplied in the
remote control before using it.
1 While pressing the stopper 1, pull out the
battery holder.
(7)
(6) 1
(8) 2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark
(9) facing upward and get the battery holder
back in place.
(6) Slow/frame-by-frame forward button

[E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward) -32-
(7) Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL]
(8) Search button [VAR SEARCH] -32-
(9) Menu button [MENU] -17-
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Before using
Selecting the remote control mode

If 2 cameras are used simultaneously, set the
WARNING
mode for one pair of movie camera and remote
THE LITHIUM BATTERY IS A CRITICAL
control to [VCR1] and that of the other pair to
COMPONENT (TYPE NUMBER CR2025
[VCR2]. This will prevent interference between
MANUFACTURED BY PANASONIC).
the 2 pairs. (The default setting is [VCR1]. When
IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO
the button-type battery is replaced, the setting will
EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT
revert to the default [VCR1].)
MUST THEREFORE ONLY BE FITTED IN
EQUIPMENT DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY
1 Setting on the camera:
Set [SETUP] >> [REMOTE] >> [VCR1] or
FOR ITS USE.
[VCR2].
REPLACEMENT BATTERIES MUST BE OF
2 Setting on the remote control:
THE SAME TYPE AND MANUFACTURER.
THEY MUST BE FITTED IN THE SAME
MANNER AND LOCATION AS THE 2 1
ORIGINAL BATTERY, WITH THE
CORRECT POLARITY CONNECTIONS
OBSERVED.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-CHARGE THE [VCR1]:
OLD BATTERY OR RE-USE IT FOR ANY Press [D] and [] simultaneously. 1
OTHER PURPOSE. IT SHOULD BE [VCR2]:
DISPOSED OF IN WASTE PRODUCTS Press [E] and [] simultaneously. 2
DESTINED FOR BURIAL RATHER THAN Concerning the button-type battery
INCINERATION. When the button-type battery runs down,
Remote control usable range replace it with a new battery (part number:
CR2025). The battery is normally expected to
last about 1 year, but it depends on operation
frequency.
Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of
children.
If the remote control mode of the camera and

that of the remote control do not match with
The distance between the remote control and each other, REMOTE will appear. When the
the camera: Within approx. 5 m remote control is operated for the first time after
the camera is turned on, CHECK REMOTE
Angle: Approx. 15o up, down, left, and right
MODE (-40-) will appear and operation is
impossible. Set the same remote control mode.
The remote control is intended for indoor
operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the
movie camera may not operate properly even
within the usable ranges.
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Before using
Recording with the built-in LED

video light (NV-GS37 only)
Gain up mode works with the built-in LED video
light to enhance the lights brightness and
brighten the natural colours in a scene.
1 Press the [LIGHT] button. 1
LIGHT
The built-in LED video light lights up and the

gain up mode is set to on.
The gain up mode will be brighter than when
only the LED video light is on, but washed out
images will appear.
The gain up mode is set to off.
To eliminate washed out images, use this
mode.
The LED video light turns off.
Pressing the [LIGHT] button again returns to
1.
The subject should be within 1.5 metres of the

movie camera.
Using the LED video light reduces battery time.
Set the LED video light to off when not in use.
Do not look directly into the light.
If the LED video light is used with a conversion
lens attached, a slight vignetting (darkening
around edges) effect occurs on the screen.
Using the colour night view function at the same
time will make conditions even brighter.
The LED video light enables simply lightening
the images taken in a dimly-lit place. We also
recommend using it in a bright place to obtain
high quality images.
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Record mode
Record mode Adjustment of LCD monitor/viewfinder (-17-)

Power supply (-8-)
Check before recording Insert a cassette (-13-)
Setting date/time (-10-)
Check the following before recording important Getting the remote control ready
events such as weddings or when the movie (NV-GS37 only) (-18-)
camera has not been used for a long time. Setting SP/LP mode (-21-)
Conduct a test recording to make sure that the
image recording and the audio recording work About auto mode
properly. Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
[AUTO], and colour balance (white balance) and
Basic camera holding focusing will be adjusted automatically.
Auto white balance: -49-
1) Auto focusing: -49-
Depending on the brightness of the subject etc.,
the aperature and shutter speed are
automatically adjusted for an optimum
brightness. (When set to the Tape recording
mode: The shutter speed is adjusted to a
2) maximum of 1/250.)
4) Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted
depending on light sources or scenes. If so,
manually adjust the white balance and focus.
AUTO
3) MANUAL
FOCUS
Scene mode setting (-27-)
White balance setting (-28-)
Shutter speed setting (-30-)
5) Iris/gain value setting (-30-)
Focus setting (-29-)
1) Hold the camera with both hands. Recording mode
2) Run your hand through the grip belt. You can switch the tape recording mode.
3) Do not cover the microphones or sensors with Set to Tape Recording Mode.
your hands. 1 Set [BASIC] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] or
4) Keep your arms near your body. [LP].
5) Slightly open your legs. If the LP mode is selected, the recording time will
When you are in the open air, record pictures be 1.5 times the SP mode, but some functions will
with the sunlight as far in the background as be disabled.
possible. If the subject is backlit, it will become
dark in the recording. We recommend using the SP mode for
Check points important recording.
Remove the lens cap. (-7-) In order to fully exhibit the performances of the
(When the camera is turned on with the lens cap LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic
fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment cassettes marked LP mode.
may not function properly. Please turn the It is not possible to dub audio onto image
camera on after removing the lens cap.) recorded in the LP mode. (-35-)
Grip belt adjustment (-7-) In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be
Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but
(Recording cannot start while the LCD monitor mosaic noise may appear on the playback
and the viewfinder are closed. Even if the LCD image or some functions may be disabled.
monitor and the viewfinder are closed during Playback on other digital video equipment
recording, the power will not turn off until or on digital video equipment without the LP
recording stops.) mode.
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Record mode
Playback of the image on other digital video On-screen display in the tape
equipment recorded in the LP mode. recording mode
Slow/frame-by-frame playback.
1)
Recording on a tape 0h00m10s00f
Remove the lens cap. (-7-) R 0:30
(When the camera is turned on with the lens cap 2)
fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment
may not function properly. Please turn the camera
on after removing the lens cap.)
1) Recording time elapse

2) Remaining tape indication
Concerning the remaining tape time
indication on the screen
The remaining tape time is indicated in minutes.
1 Press the recording start/stop button to (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the
start recording. indication starts flashing.)
During a 15 seconds or shorter recording, the
remaining tape time indication may not be
displayed or the remaining tape time may not be
displayed correctly.
In some cases, the remaining tape time
indication may display remaining tape time that
is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual
remaining tape time.
Recording check
2 Press the recording start/stop button again
to pause recording. The last image recorded is played back for 2 to
3 seconds. After checking, the camera will be set
; to a recording pause.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during
For the recording time on a tape, refer to -9-. 2 Move the joystick left to select the
Carry out a recording check (-22-) to verify that recording check icon [ ].
the image is recorded properly.
In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out
the blank search (-23-).
If you want to preserve the original sound
recorded when audio dubbing (-35-), set 1
[ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to
take pictures. The [RECORDING CHECK STARTED]
indication appears on the screen of the movie
camera.
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Record mode
Blank search function Recording a still picture on a tape

Searches for the last part of the image recorded (Photoshot)
(unused part of the tape). After the search is Still pictures can be recorded from the movie
finished, the blank search function is cancelled camera lens.
and the camera is put into recording pause. Set to Tape Recording Mode.
Set to Tape Recording Mode. 1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button in the
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during recording pause mode.
2 Move the joystick right to select the blank
search icon [ ].
PHOTO
SHOT
1
The movie camera records a still picture for
about 7 seconds and then switches back to
3 When the confirmation message appears, the recording pause mode.
select [YES] and press the centre of the
If you set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >>
joystick.
[ON], you can add image and a sound like
Stopping blank search midway releasing the shutter.
through
Move the joystick down to select the [] icon.
If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the

camera will stop at the end of the tape. Photoshot recording results in slightly inferior
The camera stops at a point approx. 1 second image quality.
before the end of the last image recorded. Continuous photoshot
When you start recording at that point, the If you set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >>
image can be recorded seamlessly from the last [ON] and keep the [PHOTO SHOT] button
image. pressed, the movie camera will continuously
record still pictures in approx. 0.7 seconds
intervals until the button is released.
The screen blinks and, at the same time, a
shutter clicking sound is recorded.
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Record mode
Zoom in/out function About the variable speed zoom

function
You can zoom in up to 30k optically. When pushing the [W/T] lever as far as it will go,
Set to Tape Recording Mode. you can zoom from 1k to 30k in 3.5 seconds at
1 Wide-angle recording (zoom out): the maximum.
Push the [W/T] lever towards [W]. The zoom speed varies according to the amount
Close-up recording (zoom in):
of movement of the [W/T] lever.
Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].
The variable speed zoom function cannot be
used with the remote control. (NV-GS37 only)
To use the zoom microphone function
VOLUME Interlocked with the zooming operation, the
microphone will collect sounds clearly far away
with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the
wide-angle shot.
W T Set to Tape Recording Mode.
tW
1t T
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON].
tW
5t T
10t W
10t T ZOOM
Recording yourself
When zooming in and taking a picture while
holding the movie camera by hand, we You can record yourself while viewing the LCD
recommend using the image stabilizer function. monitor. You can record persons in front of the
When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a camera while presenting them the image. The
sharper focus is achieved if the recording image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror
subject is 1.3 metres or further from the movie image. (The image to be recorded is the same as
camera. that recording.)
When the zoom speed is high, the subject may Extend the viewfinder to see the picture
not be focused easily. while recording.
When the zoom magnification is 1k, the movie 1 Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens
camera can focus on a subject approx. 2 cm side.
distant from the lens.
Digital zoom function
If the zoom magnification exceeds 30 times, then
the digital zoom function will be activated. The
digital zoom function allows you to select a
magnification from 50k to 1000k.
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [50k] or
[1000k].
50t W
50t T A vertically oriented display appears on the
viewfinder screen, this is normal and not
indicative of any trouble.
When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the
lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if
[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 30k) you push the centre of the joystick.
[50k]: Up to 50k
[1000k]: Up to 1000k
The larger the digital zoom magnification, the
more the image quality is degraded.
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Backlight compensation function To cancel the colour night view

function
This protects a backlit subject from being Select the [ ] icon again.
darkened. The [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW OFF] indication
Set to Tape Recording Mode. appears on the screen of the movie camera.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move
the joystick down until icon 1 appears. If set in a bright place, the screen may become
2 Move the joystick up to select the backlight whitish for a while.
compensation icon [ ]. The colour night view function makes the signal
charging time of CCD up to approximately 25k
longer than usual, so that dark scenes invisible
to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For
this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible
1
may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.
The colour night view function is cancelled when
The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION ON]
you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.
indication appears on the screen of the movie
camera. Soft skin mode
The image on the screen will become
brighter. This allows the skin colour to be recorded in a
softer tone. This is more effective if you record the
To return to normal recording bust image of a person.
Select the [ ] icon again. Set to Tape Recording Mode.
The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION OFF] 1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move
indication appears on the screen of the movie the joystick down until icon 1 appears.
camera. 2 Move the joystick left to select the soft skin
icon [ ].
If you turn off the power or operate the mode
dial, the backlight compensation is cancelled.
Colour Night view function

This function allows you to record colour subjects 1
in dark locations to stand out against the
background. The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] indication
Attach the camera to a tripod, and you can record appears on the screen of the movie camera.
images free from vibration. To cancel the soft skin mode
Only manual focusing can be used. Select the [ ] icon again.
Recorded scene is seen as if frames were The [SOFT SKIN MODE OFF] indication
missed. appears on the screen of the movie camera.
Colour night view function
You can record dark locations brightly in colour. If the background or anything else in the scene
Set to Tape Recording Mode. has colours similar to the skin colour, they will
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move also be smoothed.
the joystick down until icon 1 appears. If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may
2 Move the joystick up to select the colour not be clear.
night view icon [ ].
The [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW ON] indication

appears on the screen of the movie camera.
Each upward press switches the modes.
OFF # Colour night view function # OFF
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Fade in/fade out function Wind noise reduction function

Fade in This reduces the wind noise coming into the
The image and audio gradually appear. microphone when recording.
Fade out Set to Tape Recording Mode.
The image and audio gradually disappear. 1 Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].
1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move
the joystick down until icon 1 appears.
2 Move the joystick left to select the fade icon
[ ].
To cancel the wind noise reduction

function
Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF].
B 1
The default setting is [ON].
The [FADE ON] indication appears on the Reduces the wind noise depending on the wind
screen of the movie camera. strength. (If this function is activated in strong
3 Press the recording start/stop button. winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When
Start recording. (fade in) the wind weakens, the stereo effect will be
When you start recording, the image/audio restored.)
disappeared completely and the image/audio
gradually appears. Recording images for wide-screen
TVs
This allows you to record images compatible with
wide-screen TVs.
Cinema Function
Images are recorded with a black belt appearing
along the top and bottom of the screen so that
Pause recording. (fade out) they look like theatre movies.
The image/audio gradually disappears. After the Set to Tape Recording Mode.
image/audio completely disappears, recording 1 Set [BASIC] >> [CINEMA] >> [ON].
stops.
To cancel the Cinema function

To cancel fading Set [BASIC] >> [CINEMA] >> [OFF].
Select the [ ] icon again.
Images played back vary depending on the TV
The [FADE OFF] indication appears on the
connected. Please refer to the operating
screen of the movie camera.
instructions for your TV.
To select the colour for fade in/out This function does not widen the recording
The colour which appears in fading pictures can range.
be selected. When images are played back on a TV screen,
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FADE COLOUR] >> the date/time indication may be erased in some
[WHITE] or [BLACK]. cases.
Depending on the TV, the picture quality may
While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it deteriorate.
takes several seconds to display the image When a cinema picture is imported into a
when you start recording images. Besides, it personal computer, the imported picture may
also takes several seconds to pause recording. not be displayed correctly, depending on the
software in used.
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Image stabilizer function Recording in various situations

Reduces the image shaking due to hand (Scene mode)
movement when recording. When you record images in different situations,
Set to Tape Recording Mode. this mode automatically sets optimum shutter
1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [SIS] >> [ON]. speeds and apertures.
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
[MANUAL].
To cancel the image stabilizer function AUTO

MANUAL
Set [ADVANCED] >> [SIS] >> [OFF].
FOCUS
When a tripod is used, we recommend that you 2 Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the
turn the image stabilizer off. desired mode.
Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness
may change or colours may not look natural. 1) 2)
When the colour night view function is used, the
image stabilizer function does not work. If so,
the [[] indication flashes.
In the following cases, the image stabilizer
function may not work effectively. 3) 4)
When the digital zoom is used
When a conversion lens is used
When recording is done in an extremely dark
place 5)
When the camera is shaken greatly
When you record a moving subject while
tracking it
1) [5] Sports mode
To record sports scenes or scenes where
there are quick motions
2) [ ] Portrait mode
To make persons stand out against the
background
3) [ ] Low light mode
To record dark scenes so they are brighter
4) [ ] Spotlight mode
To record subjects spotlit in a party or
theatre
5) [ ] Surf & snow mode
To record images at dazzling places such
as ski slopes and beaches
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To cancel the scene mode function Recording in natural colours

Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set (White balance)
the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].
The automatic white balance function may not
Sports mode reproduce natural colours depending on the
For slow-motion playback or playback pause scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust
of recorded pictures, this mode presents free the white balance manually.
of camera shakes. Set to Tape Recording Mode.
During normal playback, the image 1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
movement may not look smooth. [MANUAL].
Avoid recording under fluorescent light,
mercury light or sodium light because the
colour and brightness of the playback image AUTO
may change. MANUAL
If you record a subject illuminated with strong
FOCUS
light or a highly reflective subject, vertical
lines of light may appear. 2 Move the joystick up to select the white
If the brightness is insufficient, the sports balance icon [ ].
mode does not function. The [5] indication
MNL
flashes.
If this mode is used indoors, the screen may
flicker.
Portrait mode
If this mode is used indoors, the screen may 3 Move the joystick left or right in order to
flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting select the white balance mode.
to [OFF].
Low light mode 1) 2)
1 AWB 1
Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be
recorded finely.
Spotlight mode
If the recording subject is extremely bright,
3) 1
4) 1
the recorded image may become whitish and
the periphery of the recorded image
extremely dark.
Surf & snow mode
If the recording subject is extremely bright, 1) Auto white balance adjustment [ AWB ]
the recorded image may become whitish. 2) Indoor mode (for recording under
incandescent lamps) [ ]
3) Outdoor mode [ ]
4) Manual adjustment mode [ ]
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To restore to the automatic Manual focus adjustment

adjustment
Move the joystick left or right until the [ AWB ] If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions,
indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/ then manual focusing is available.
FOCUS] switch to [AUTO]. Set to Tape Recording Mode.
When the camera is turned on with the lens cap [MANUAL].
fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment
may not function properly. Please turn the
camera on after removing the lens cap. AUTO
When setting both the white balance and the MANUAL
iris/gain, set the white balance first. FOCUS
Whenever recording conditions change, re-set
the white balance for correct adjustment.
[FOCUS].
To set the white balance manually
Select [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white
subject on the entire screen, move the joystick up
to select the [ ] indication. AUTO
MANUAL
About flashing of the [ ] indication
When the manual adjustment mode is FOCUS
selected MF MNL
Flashing indicates that the white balance
previously adjusted is stored. This setting is
stored until the white balance is adjusted again.
When white balance cannot be set in the
manual adjustment mode The MNL and the manual focus indication [MF]
White balance may not be adjusted properly in will be displayed.
the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If 3 Move the joystick left or right in order to
so, use the auto white balance mode. adjust the focus.
During setting in the manual adjustment mode
When the setting is completed, it will keep lit. MF MNL
About the white balance sensor

The white balance sensor detects the type of light
source during recording.
Do not cover the white balance sensor during
recording, or it may not function properly. When focused with a wide angle, the subject
may not be in focus when zoomed in. First,
zoom in on the subject, and then focus on it.
To restore to the automatic
adjustment
Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
[AUTO] or [FOCUS].
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Manual shutter speed/aperture To restore to automatic adjustment

adjustment Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to
[AUTO].
Shutter Speed
Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Manual shutter speed adjustment
Aperture Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury
Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark. light or sodium light because the colour and
Set to Tape Recording Mode. brightness of the playback image may change.
1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to If you increase the shutter speed manually, the
[MANUAL]. sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value
increases automatically, which may increase
the noises on the screen.
AUTO You may see vertical lines of light in the
MANUAL playback image of a brightly shining subject or
highly reflective subject, but this is not a
FOCUS
malfunction.
2 Move the joystick left or right to select the During normal playback, image movement may
shutter aperture icon [ ] or shutter speed not look smooth.
icon [ ]. When recording in the extremely bright place,
the colour of the screen may change or flickers.
MNL
If so, adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/50
or 1/100.
Manual iris/gain adjustment
Set the shutter speed before setting the
aperture (iris/gain) when manually adjusting
3 Move the joystick left or right in order to both settings.
adjust the shutter speed or aperture. If the value does not become OPEN, you
cannot adjust the gain value.
1/50
50
MNL
If the gain value is increased, the noise on the
OPEN
OdB
screen increases.
Depending on the zoom magnification, there are
iris values that are not displayed.
1) MNL 2) MNL
Shutter speed range
1/50 1/50 to 1/8000 seconds: Tape Recording Mode
1/1000 F2.0
0dB The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.
Iris/gain value range
1) Shutter speed CLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F2.0,
2) (Aperture) Iris/gain value OPEN (Opened: F1.8) 0dB, ..., 18dB
Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image.
Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.
Values with dB are gain values.
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Playback mode
Playback mode To adjust volume

Adjust the speaker volume for playback.
Playing back tape 1 Move the [sVOLUMEr] lever to adjust the
volume.
Set to Tape Playback Mode.
(An operation icon automatically appears on
the LCD monitor.)
VOLUME
W T
1 Operate with joystick.
Towards [r]: increases the volume

Towards [s]: decreases the volume
(Nearer the bar to [r], larger the volume.)
1/;: Playback/Pause On the remote control, press the [T] button to
6: Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to increase the volume or the [W] button to
playback with the 1/; icon.) decrease it. (NV-GS37 only)
5: Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to
When the adjustment is completed, the volume
playback with the 1/; icon.)
indication will disappear.
: Stop
If you do not hear the sound, check the settings
The power will not turn off when the LCD of [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].
monitor and the viewfinder are closed and Repeat playback
retracted during Tape Playback Mode. When the tape end is reached, the tape will be
During cue/review playback, fast-moving rewound and played back again.
images may show noise as a mosaic. 1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REPEAT PLAY] >>
Before and after cue/review playback, the [ON].
screen may become black for a moment or
images may be disturbed. The [ ] indication appears. (In order to
cancel the repeat playback mode, set
[REPEAT PLAY] >> [OFF] or turn off the
power.)
When you set [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEBCAM]
and then connect the USB connection cable, the
repeat playback mode is cancelled.
(NV-GS37 only)
Settings on the audio
If you cannot listen to the desired audio when
playing back a tape, check the settings in
[SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].
When you record or dub the audio in [12bit] and
set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX], the
audio will be played back in stereo sound
regardless of the settings in [AUDIO OUT].
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Playback mode
Slow-motion playback/ To return to normal playback

frame-by-frame playback Press the [PLAY 1] button on the remote control
or move the joystick up to the [1] icon to start
Set to Tape Playback Mode. playback.
(Slow-motion playback can only be
performed by using the remote control.) Slow-motion playback
Slow-motion playback (NV-GS37 only) In the reversed slow-motion playback, the time
If the image is recorded in the SP mode, then it code indication may be unstable.
will be played back at a speed approx. 1/5 the Frame-by-frame playback
normal speed. Press and hold the [E] or the [D] button in the
If the image is recorded in the LP mode, then it playback pause, and then the images will
will be played back at a speed approx. 1/3 the continuously be played back frame by frame.
normal speed.
1 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on Variable-speed search function
the remote control. (NV-GS37 only)
The speed of cue/review playback can be varied.
(This operation is only available when using
the remote control.)
Set to Tape Playback Mode and play back a
tape.
1 Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the
remote control.
If the slow-motion playback continues for

approx. 10 minutes or more, then the 2 Press the [3] or [4] button to vary the
playback will automatically stop. (10 minutes speed.
of slow-motion playback is equivalent to
approx. 2 minutes in the SP mode or approx.
3 minutes in the LP mode.)
Frame-by-frame playback
1 During playback, press the [;] button on
the remote control.
2 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on
the remote control. The speeds for cue/review playback are 1/5k
(SP mode slow-motion playback only), 1/3k (LP
mode slow-motion playback only), 2k, 5k,
10k, 20k.
To return to normal playback
Press the [VAR SEARCH] button or [PLAY 1]
button on the remote control.
Images may be shown in a mosaic-like pattern.

The sound is muted during search.
This function is cancelled when the operation
icon is displayed.
Pushing the [sVOLUMEr] lever towards [T] When you cue/review playback at 20k, the
(normal direction) or towards [W] (reversed speed switches to 10k near the end of the tape.
direction) of this camera during playback ([10k] flashes on the screen.)
pause also turns into the frame-by-frame
playback. If you keep pushing the lever, then
the images will continuously be played back
frame by frame.
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Playback mode
Playback on TV To display the on-screen information

on the TV (NV-GS37 only)
Images recorded by this camera can be played The information displayed on the LCD monitor or
back on a TV. the viewfinder (operation icon, time code and
Insert a recorded tape into this camera. mode indication, etc.) can be displayed on the TV.
1 Connect the movie camera and a TV. (This operation is only available when using
the remote control.)
1 Press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on the
remote control.
[VIDEO IN]
[AUDIO IN]
A/V
1 Press the button again to erase the
information.
Connect the movie camera and a TV by using
the AV cable 1.
If your TV is not equipped with AV Input
Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (purchase
separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.
2 Turn on this camera and set the mode dial
to the Tape Playback Mode.
3 Select the input channel on the TV.
4 Move the joystick up to select the [1/;]
icon to start playback.
The image and audio are output on the TV.
5 Move the joystick down to select the []
icon to stop playback.
Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying

about the battery running down.
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 [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-35-)
Check the connected terminal.
Check the TVs input setting (input switch).
(For more information, please read the
operating instructions for the TV.)
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Edit mode
Edit mode For more information, refer to the operating

instructions for your TV set and recorder.
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a When you do not need functional indications or
VCR (Dubbing) date and time indication, set [BASIC] >>
[DATE/TIME] >> [OFF] in the Tape Playback
Pictures recorded by the movie camera can be Mode and press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on
stored on a DVD-RAM or other such media. Refer the remote control for no indication.
to the instructions for the recorder. (When you connect the movie camera and a
Place a recorded cassette in the movie recorder with the DV cable, these indications
camera, and an unrecorded DVD-RAM or may not appear.)
cassette in the DVD recorder or VCR.
1 Connect the movie camera and the When neither image nor sound from
recorder. the movie camera is output to the TV
set
Connecting with the AV cable Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they
go.
Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-35-)
Check the connected terminal.
[VIDEO IN]
[AUDIO IN]
A/V
1
Connect the movie camera and the recorder
by using the AV cable 1.
If your recorder is not equipped with AV Input
Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (purchase
separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.
Connecting with the optional DV cable

(Only for equipment with a DV terminal)
S /
2
(L2)
DV
2 Turn on the movie camera and set to Tape

Playback Mode.
3 Select the input channel on the TV set and
recorder.
4 Move the joystick up to select the [1/;]
icon to start playback. (Player)
The image and sound are reproduced.
5 Start recording. (Recorder)
6 Stop recording. (Recorder)
7 Move the joystick down to select the []
icon to stop playback. (Player)
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Edit mode
Using the DV Cable for Recording Audio dubbing (NV-GS37 only)

(Digital Dubbing) You can add music or narration to the recorded
By connecting other digital video equipment with cassette.
DV terminal and the movie camera by using the (Audio dubbing can only be performed by
DV cable VW-CD1E (optional) 1, high-image- using the remote control.)
quality dubbing can be done in digital format. Set to Tape Playback Mode.
This model cannot be used as a Recorder. 1 Find a scene that you want to add sound to,
Set to Tape Playback Mode. and press the [;] button on the remote
(Player/recorder) control.
1 Connect the movie camera and digital video
equipment with the DV cable. ;
DV
2 Press the [AUDIO DUB] button on the

1 remote control to make audio dubbing
ready.
DV
A.DUB ;
2 Start playback. (Player)

3 Start recording. (Recorder)
4 Stop playback. (Player)
Do not plug or unplug the DV cable during 3 Press the [;] button on the remote control
dubbing, or the dubbing may not be completed to start audio dubbing.
properly.
Even if you use a device equipped with DV A.DUB
terminals such as IEEE1394, you may not be
able to perform digital dubbing in some cases.
For more information, see the instructions for
equipment connected.
Regardless of the menu settings on the Talk into the built-in microphone.
recorder, digital dubbing is carried out in the 4 Press the [;] button on the remote control
same mode as the [AUDIO REC] mode of the to stop audio dubbing.
playback tape.
The images on the recorder monitor may be
disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded
images.
If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the

tape is dubbed, images and sounds may be
disturbed when this portion of the tape is played
back.
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Edit mode
Before recording with audio dubbing

When you want to preserve the original sound
taken during recording, set [ADVANCED] >>
[AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to take pictures. (When
set [16bit], the sounds taken during recording
are erased after recording with audio dubbing.)
Set [BASIC] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] to take
pictures.
To play back the sound recorded with
audio dubbing
You can switch between the sound recorded with
audio dubbing and the original sound.
Set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2] or [MIX].
[ST1]: It only plays back the original sound.
[ST2]: It only plays back the sound added by
audio dubbing.
[MIX]: It simultaneously plays back the original
sound and the sound added with audio
dubbing.
During audio dubbing, it is automatically set to
[ST2].
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Menu
Menu [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

Menu list
Menu figures and illustrations are provided for
easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are
different from the actual menu indications.
[TAPE RECORDING MENU]
1) [BASIC]
[DATE/TIME] -38-
[USB FUNCTION] (NV-GS37 only) (Refer to the
operating instructions for PC connection.)
2) [ADVANCED]
[REPEAT PLAY] -31-
1) [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] -27- 3) [SETUP]
[REC SPEED] -21- [12bit AUDIO] -36-
[WIND CUT] -26- [AUDIO OUT] -38-
[CINEMA] -26- [DISPLAY] -38-
[CLOCK SET] -10- [REMOTE] (NV-GS37 only) -19-
[LCD SET] -17-
2) [ADVANCED] [EVF SET] -17-
[SIS] -27- [POWER SAVE] -38-
[FADE COLOUR] -26-
[AUDIO REC] -38- 4) [LANGUAGE] -16-
[USB FUNCTION] (NV-GS37 only) (Refer to the
operating instructions for PC connection.)
[D.ZOOM] -24-
[ZOOM MIC] -24-
[SHTR EFFECT] -23-
3) [SETUP]
[DISPLAY] -38-
[DATE/TIME] -38-
[POWER SAVE] -38-
[QUICK START] -12-
[REMOTE] (NV-GS37 only) -19-
[BEEP SOUND] -38-
[LCD SET] -17-
[EVF SET] -17-
[INITIAL SET] -38-
[DEMO MODE] -38-
4) [LANGUAGE] -16-
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Menu
Menus related to taking pictures [POWER SAVE]

[OFF]: When about 5 minutes passed
[DATE/TIME] without any operation, the standby
This switches between date and time indications. mode automatically will be set. In
The movie camera automatically records the the standby mode, [;] blinks and
date and time of picture taking on the tape. it takes time more than usual to
You can also show or change the date/time start recording after you press the
indication by repeatedly pressing the recording start/stop button.
[DATE/TIME] button on the remote control. [5 MINUTES]: When about 5 minutes passed
(NV-GS37 only) without any operation, the movie
[AUDIO REC] camera automatically turns off to
Switches the audio (PCM audio) recording protect the tape or to prevent the
systems. battery from running down. When
[12bit]: Records audio in 12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks. you use the movie camera, turn it
(The original audio signals can be kept on again.
after the other audio signals are dubbed.) In the following cases, the power may not turn
[16bit]: Records audio in 16 bit 48 kHz 2 tracks. off even when set [POWER SAVE] >>
Audio can be recorded in higher quality. [5 MINUTES].
(If audio signals are dubbed, then the When connecting to the AC outlet
original audio signals will be erased.) (When using the AC adapter)
When connecting the USB cable or the DV
[DISPLAY] cable to a personal computer or other
Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched equipment
to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be
switched to minimum display. Menus related to playback
[BEEP SOUND]
Set to [ON] and confirmation/alarm beeps are [AUDIO OUT]
This switches the sound to be played back.
issued as follows.
[STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub
1 Beep
sound)
When you start recording
[L]: Left channel sound (main sound)
When you turn on the power
[R]: Right channel sound (sub sound)
When the unit goes from quick start standby
mode to recording pause Other menus
2 Beeps
When you pause recording [INITIAL SET]
When you turn off the power When there is a menu that cannot be selected
When the unit goes into quick start standby depending on a combination of functions, set to
mode [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the
2 Beeps for 4 times initial shipping condition.
When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab (Language setting cannot be back to the initial
set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs shipping condition.)
(-45-), and at other times. Check the sentence
displayed on the screen. (-40-) [DEMO MODE]
If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without
inserting a cassette, the movie camera is
automatically set to the demonstration mode for
introducing its functions. If any button is pressed
or operated, the demonstration mode is
cancelled. If no operations take place for approx.
10 minutes, the demonstration mode
automatically starts. To terminate the
demonstration mode, insert a cassette, or set to
[DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. For normal use, set this
function to [OFF].
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Others
Others : Indoor mode (recording under

incandescent lamp) -28-
Indications : Outdoor mode -28-
: White balance adjustment mode
Various functions and the movie camera status
-28-
are shown on the screen.
: WEB CAMERA mode
Basic indications
(Recording)
: Remaining battery power
0h00m00s00f: Time code
Playback indications
15:30:45: Date/Time indication
1: Playback -31-
;: Pause -31-
Recording indications
5: Fast-forward/Cue playback -31-
R0:45: Remaining tape time
6: Rewind/Review playback -31-
Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes.
(When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the
D/E: Slow motion playback -32-
;1/2;: Frame-by-frame playback -32-
indication starts flashing.)
2k5: Variable-speed search -32-
SP: Standard Play mode
: Repeat playback -31-
(Recording speed mode) -21-
A.DUB : Audio dubbing -35-
LP: Long Play mode
A.DUB ;: Audio dubbing pause -35-
(Recording speed mode) -21-
12bit, 16bit: Audio recording mode -38-
: Recording -22-
: Volume adjustment -31-
; (Green): Recording pause -22-
: WEB CAMERA mode (Playback)
; (Green flash):
Standby mode
; (Red): Fade out
: Recording check -22-
AUTO : Automatic mode -21-
MNL : Manual mode -27-
MF: Manual focus -29-
5k: Zoom magnification indication
-24-
: Back light mode -25-
[: Image stabilizer -27-
1/500: Shutter speed -30-
F2.4: F number -30-
6dB: Gain value -30-
: Soft skin mode -25-
: Fade (White) -26-
: Fade (Black) -26-
: Colour night view function -25-
: Blank search -23-
: Video Light is on (NV-GS37 only)
-20-
: Gain up -20-
ZOOM : Zoom microphone -24-
: Wind noise reduction -26-
5: Sports mode (Scene mode) -27-
: Portrait mode (Scene mode) -27-
: Low light mode (Scene mode)
-27-
: Spotlight mode (Scene mode)
-27-
: Surf & snow mode (Scene mode)
-27-
AWB : Auto white balance -28-
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Warning/alarm indications UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED):

Audio dubbing cannot be performed
If any one of the following indications lights up or because the original recording was in LP
flashes, please check the movie camera. mode.
Confirmatory indications UNABLE TO A.DUB:
Y: A cassette with the accidental erasure You are attempting to perform audio
prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] dubbing on a non-recorded tape.
position is inserted. COPY PROTECTED:
No cassette is inserted. Images cannot be recorded correctly
[--]/0: because the medium is protected by a copy
The built-in battery is low. -10- guard.
: The warning/alarm indication appears when NEED HEAD CLEANING:
you record yourself. Turn the LCD monitor The video heads are dirty. -45-
towards the viewfinder and check the PUSH THE RESET SWITCH:
warning/alarm indication. An irregularity in the equipment has been
REMOTE : detected. Press the [RESET] button (-6-).
An incorrect remote control mode has been This may solve the problem.
selected. -19- DISCONNECT USB CABLE:
2END: You are attempting to record pictures on a
The tape came to the end during recording. tape with the USB cable connected to the
:: The video heads are dirty. -45- movie camera.
PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0:
Textual indications The movie camera is connected to a
3DEW DETECT/3EJECT TAPE: personal computer that does not support
Condensation has occurred. Take out the USB 2.0. (Refer to the operating instructions
cassette and wait for a while. It takes some for PC connection.)
time until the cassette holder opens, but this CAN NOT USE USB:
is not a malfunction. -45- You are connecting the USB cable with the
LOW BATTERY: DV cable connected.
The battery is low. Recharge it. -8- CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE:
NO TAPE : You are attempting to select the item on the
No tape is inserted. -13- [SCENE MODE] when the [AUTO/
TAPE END: MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO].
The tape came to the end during recording. CAN NOT OPERATE (MOTION DV MODE):
CHECK REC TAB: You are attempting to change [D.ZOOM]
You are attempting to record pictures on a setting during MotionDV Mode.
tape with the accidental erasure prevention REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR:
slider placed in the [SAVE] position. When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180
You are attempting audio dubbing or digital towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD
dubbing on a tape with the accidental monitor cannot be adjusted.
erasure prevention slider placed in the TURN OFF THE VIDEO LIGHT:
[SAVE] position. You are attempting to select an item in
CHECK REMOTE MODE: [SCENE MODE] when light is on.
An incorrect remote control mode has been CANCEL NIGHT VIEW MODE:
selected. This is only displayed at the first You are attempting to select an item other
operation of the remote control after than [OFF] in [SCENE MODE] during night
powering-on. -19- view mode.
WRONG TAPE FORMAT:
You are attempting to play back a tape
section that has been recorded with a
different TV system. This cassette is
incompatible.
CLOSE CASSETTE DOOR:
The cassette cover is open. Close the
cassette cover. -13-
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Functions cannot be used Adjusting the When the colour night

simultaneously shutter speed, view function is used
iris/gain When the scene mode is
Some functions in the movie camera are disabled
used
or cannot be selected due to its specifications.
When the built-in LED
The table below shows examples of functions
video light lights and the
restricted by conditions.
gain up mode is set to on
(NV-GS37 only)
Functions Conditions which disable
the functions Variable-speed During repeat playback
search
Image stabilizer When the colour night
(NV-GS37 only)
view function is used
When the built-in LED Audio dubbing The section of a tape
video light lights and the (NV-GS37 only) recorded in LP mode
gain up mode is set to on The blank section of a
(NV-GS37 only) tape
Backlight When the iris/gain is set
compensation When the colour night
(NV-GS37 only)
Help mode While recording to a tape
Blank search
Soft skin
Recording
check
Colour Night While recording to a tape
View When the built-in LED
(NV-GS37 only)
Scene mode When setting the [AUTO/
MANUAL/FOCUS] switch
to [AUTO]
When the colour night
video light lights
(NV-GS37 only)
Change of When digital zoom (30k
white balance or higher) is used
When the colour night
(NV-GS37 only)
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Before requesting repair 5: The movie camera cannot be operated

(Problems and solutions) though powered up.
The movie camera does not operate
Power/Body normally.
1: The movie camera power cannot be turned The movie camera cannot be operated unless
on. you open the LCD monitor or extend the
Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully viewfinder.
charged battery. Remove the cassette and then press the
The battery protection circuit may have [RESET] button. (-44-) If normal conditions are
operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor not restored yet, turn off the power. Then,
for 5 to 10 seconds. If the movie camera still about 1 minute later, turn on the power again.
cannot be used, the battery is faulty. 6: The cassette cannot be removed.
Is the LCD monitor open or the viewfinder Does the status indicator comes on when
extend? opening the cassette cover? (-13-) Make sure
2: The movie camera power is turned off that the battery and the AC adaptor are
automatically. properly connected. (-8-)
If you set [POWER SAVE] to [5 MINUTES] and Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the
do not operate the movie camera for about battery and remove the cassette.
5 continuous minutes, the power is Close the cassette cover completely, and fully
automatically turned off for tape protection and open it again. (-13-)
power conservation. To resume recording, turn 7: No operation other than cassette removal
the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. Then turn it to can be performed.
[ON] again. (-38-) Also, if you set Has condensation occurred? Wait until the
[POWER SAVE] to [OFF], the power does not condensation indication disappears. (-45-)
automatically turn off. 8: The remote control does not function.
3: The movie camera power does not stay on (NV-GS37 only)
long enough. Has the button-type battery of the remote
Is the battery low? If the remaining battery control run out? Replace it with a new
power indication is flashing or the message button-type battery. (-18-)
LOW BATTERY is displayed, the battery has Is the setting on the remote control correct? If
run down. Charge the battery or attach a fully the setting on the remote control is not in
charged battery. (-8-) agreement with the [REMOTE] setting on the
Has condensation occurred? When you carry movie camera, the remote control does not
the movie camera from a cold place into a operate. (-19-)
warm place, condensation may occur inside it.
If so, the power is turned off automatically, Recording
disabling all operations except for taking 1: Recording does not start although power is
cassettes out. Wait until the condensation supplied to the movie camera and the
indication disappears. (-45-) cassette is correctly inserted.
4: Battery runs down quickly. Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on
Is the battery fully charged? Charge it with the the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),
AC adaptor. (-8-) recording cannot be performed. (-13-)
Are you using the battery in an extremely cold Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new
place? The battery is affected by ambient cassette.
temperature. In cold places, the operating time Is the recording mode set? When in the
of the battery becomes shorter. playback mode, recording cannot be
Has the battery worn out? The battery has a performed. (-21-)
limited life. If the operating time is still too short Has condensation occurred? No operation
even after the battery is fully charged, other than cassette removal can be performed
depending on the usage, the battery has worn when condensation occurs. Wait until the
out and can no longer be used. condensation indication disappears. (-45-)
Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is
open, the movie camera may not operate
normally. Close the cassette cover. (-13-)
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2: The screen has changed suddenly. Playback (Sound)

Has the demonstration started? In the Tape 1: Sound is not played back from the built-in
Recording mode, if you set [DEMO MODE] >> speaker of the movie camera.
[ON] without inserting a cassette, the 0 Is the volume too low? During playback, push
demonstration starts. For normal use, set this the [sVOLUMEr] lever to display the volume
function to [OFF]. (-38-) indication and adjust it. (-31-)
3: A cassette cannot be inserted. 2: Different sounds are reproduced at the
Has condensation occurred? Wait until the same time.
condensation indication disappears. Have you set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >>
4: Auto focus function does not work. [MIX]? If you set [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] and
Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus dub audio to a recorded tape, you can hear the
mode is selected, focus is automatically sound on recording and the sound dubbed at a
adjusted. later time. To hear the sounds separately, set
There are some recording subjects and to [ST1] or [ST2]. (-36-)
surroundings for which the auto focus does not Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >>
operate correctly. (-49-) If so, use the manual [STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing
focus mode to adjust the focus. (-29-) the main sound and sub sound? Set to [L] to
Is the colour night view function set? When the hear main sound, and set to [R] to hear the sub
colour night view function is working, focusing sound. (-38-)
shifts into the manual mode. 3: Audio dubbing cannot be performed.
(NV-GS37 only)
Indications Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on
1: A sentence is displayed in red in the screen the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),
centre. audio dubbing cannot be performed. (-13-)
Read the contents and respond to them. (-40-) Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that
2: The time code becomes inaccurate. was recorded in LP mode? LP mode does not
0 The time code indication counter may not be allow audio dubbing. (-21-)
constant in the reversed slow-motion playback, 4: The original sound was erased when audio
but this is not a malfunction. dubbing was performed. (NV-GS37 only)
3: The remaining tape time indication If you perform audio dubbing on a recording
disappears. made in [16bit] mode, the original sound will be
The remaining tape time indication may erased. If you wish to preserve the original
disappear temporarily during frame-by-frame sound, be sure to select [12bit] mode when
playback or other operation. If you continue recording.
ordinary recording or playback, the indication is 5: Sounds cannot be played back.
restored. Although a cassette with no audio dubbing is
4: The remaining tape time Indication does not being played, have you set [SETUP] >>
match the actual remaining tape time. [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2]? To play back a
If scenes of less than 15 seconds are cassette with no audio dubbing, set
continuously recorded, the remaining tape time [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST1]. (-36-)
cannot be correctly displayed. Is the variable speed search function working?
In some cases, the remaining tape time Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the
indication may show remaining tape time that is remote control to cancel the variable speed
2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual search function. (NV-GS37 only) (-32-)
remaining tape time.
5: A function indication such as mode
indication, remaining tape time indication,
or time code indication is not shown.
If you set [SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF],
indications other than the tape running
condition, warning, and date indications
disappear.
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Playback (Pictures) 3: Even if connected by the USB cable, the

1: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images movie camera is not recognized by the PC.
during cue or review playback. Is the USB driver installed? For information,
This phenomenon is characteristic of digital refer to the operating instructions for PC
video systems. It is not a malfunction. connection (separate volume).
2: Horizontal stripes appear on images during 4: When the USB cable is disconnected, an
cue and review playback. error message will appear on PC.
Horizontal stripes may appear depending on To disconnect the USB cable safely,
the scene, but this is not a malfunction. double-click the [ ] icon in the task tray and
3: Although the movie camera is correctly follow the instructions on the screen.
connected to a TV, playback images cannot 5: The movie camera malfunctions on editing,
be seen. dubbing from digital video equipment, or
Have you selected video input on the TV? using MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV
Please read the operating instructions of your or SweetMovieLife. (NV-GS37 only)
TV and select the channel that matches the If a tape is recorded in multiple modes such as
input terminals used for the connection. SP and LP (recording mode), 12 bit and 16 bit
4: Playback picture is not clear. (sound recording mode), normal and wide,
Are the heads of the movie camera dirty? If the recorded and unrecorded parts, the movie
heads are dirty, playback image cannot be camera may malfunction at a point where the
clear. Clean the heads by using the head mode switches. When you edit, do not record in
cleaner for digital video (optional). (-45-) multiple modes.
If the terminal for the AV cable is soiled, noises 6: The warning/alarm indication [] appears
may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil off the when the camera is operated in the WEB
terminal with a soft cloth, and then connect the camera mode.
cable to the AV terminal. Did you press the menu button or the recording
Is a picture containing a copyright protection start/stop button? You cannot use the menu or
signal (copy guard) being recorded? When a record onto the tape in the WEB camera mode.
protected picture is played back by the movie Is the setting for the remote control correct?
camera, mosaic-like patterns appear on the Did you attempt to play a tape without inserting
picture. it? Insert a tape.
Did you attempt to play a tape with copyright
Others protection (copy guard)? Pictures of the tape
1: The indication disappears, the screen is with copyright protection (copy guard) cannot
frozen, or no operation can be performed. be displayed on the PC. (The audio of the tape
Turn off the power to the movie camera. If the can be played.)
power cannot be turned off, press the [RESET] Is the USB driver installed? For details, refer to
button, or detach the battery or the AC adaptor the operating instructions for PC connection.
and then reattach it. After that, turn on the
power again. If normal operation is still not
restored, detach the power connected, and
consult the dealer who you purchased the
movie camera from.
2: PUSH THE RESET SWITCH is displayed.
An irregularity in the movie camera has been
automatically detected. Remove the cassette
for data protection and then press the [RESET]
button. The movie camera will be activated.
If you do not press the [RESET] button, the
power to the movie camera is turned off
automatically about 1 minute later.
Even after you press the [RESET] button, the
indication may still appear repeatedly. If so, the
movie camera needs repair. Detach the power
connected, and consult the dealer who you
purchased the movie camera from. Do not
attempt to repair the appliance by yourself.
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Cautions for Use About dirty heads

If video heads (the parts that closely contact
About condensation with the tape) become dirty, normal recording
If you turn the movie camera on when and playback are not properly performed.
condensation occurs on the head or the tape, Clean the heads with the digital video head
condensation Indication [3] is displayed on the cleaner.
viewfinder or the LCD monitor and the messages Insert the head cleaner into the movie camera,
[3DEW DETECT] or [3EJECT TAPE] (only set it to the Tape Playback Mode, and play it
when the tape is inserted) appear. If so, follow the back for about 10 seconds. (If you do not stop
procedure below. the playback, it automatically stops about
1 Remove the tape if it is inserted. 15 seconds later.)
It takes about 20 seconds to open the We recommend cleaning the heads periodically.
cassette holder. This is not a malfunction. If the heads become dirty, NEED HEAD
2 Leave the movie camera with the cassette CLEANING appears during recording. During
cover closed to cool or warm it to the playback, moreover, the following symptoms
ambient temperature. appear.
The status indicator blinks for about Mosaic-like noise appears partially or the
1 minute and then the movie camera sound is interrupted.
automatically turns off. Leave it for about Black or blue mosaic-like horizontal stripes
1.5 to 2 hours. appear.
3 Turn the movie camera on again, set it to The whole screen becomes black and there is
the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and no picture and sound.
then check if the condensation indication When normal playback cannot be performed
disappears. even after the head cleaning.
Especially in cold areas, moisture may be frozen. One possible cause is that normal recording
If so, it may take more time before the could not be performed because the heads were
condensation indication disappears. dirty at the time of recording. Clean the heads,
Watch for condensation even before the and perform recording and playback again. If
condensation indication is displayed. normal playback can be performed, the heads are
If the indicator of the condensation does not clean. Before an important recording, be sure to
display on the LCD monitor and/or the conduct a test recording to make sure that normal
viewfinder and you notice condensation on the recording can be performed.
lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning,
cover otherwise condensation may be formed the problem may be attributable to the tape. If
on the heads or the cassette tape. so, try another cassette.
When the lens is fogged: During playback, the picture or sound may be
Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] and leave the interrupted momentarily, but this is not a
movie camera in this condition for about 1 hour. malfunction of the movie camera. (One possible
When the lens temperature becomes close to the cause is that the playback is interrupted by dirt
ambient temperature, the fogging disappears or dust that momentarily adheres to the heads.)
naturally.
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About the movie camera Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol
When the movie camera is used for a long time, for cleaning the movie camera.
the camera body becomes warm, but this is not Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out
a malfunction. the AC mains lead from the AC mains socket.
Keep the movie camera away from The camera body may be discoloured and the
magnetized equipment such as a cellular surface finish may peel off.
phones, microwave ovens, TVs, and video Wipe the movie camera with a soft dry cloth to
game equipment. remove dust and fingerprints. To remove
If you use the movie camera on or near a TV, stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked
images or sounds may be disturbed due to in a neutral detergent diluted with water and
electromagnetic wave radiation. wipe the movie camera with it. Afterwards, wipe
Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or it with a dry cloth.
images may be distorted, by strong magnetic When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the
fields created by speakers or large motors. instructions.
Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by Do not use this movie camera for surveillance
digital circuits including microprocessor may purposes or other business use.
adversely affect the movie camera, causing the If you use the movie camera for a long time, the
disturbance of images and sounds. internal temperature increases and,
If the movie camera is affected by such consequently, this may cause malfunction.
equipment and does not function properly, turn This movie camera is not intended for business
off the movie camera power and detach the use.
battery or the AC adaptor. Then, connect the When you are not going to use the movie
battery or the AC adaptor again and turn on the camera for an extended time.
movie camera power. When storing the unit in a cupboard or a
Do not use your movie camera near radio cabinet, it is recommended that you put a
transmitters or high-voltage cables. desiccant (silica gel) in with it.
If you record pictures near radio transmitters or About the battery
high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds The battery used in the movie camera is a
may be adversely affected. rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is
Do not spray insecticides or volatile susceptible to temperature and humidity, and the
chemicals onto the movie camera. effect of temperature increases with increasing or
If the movie camera is sprayed with such decreasing temperature. In the low temperature
chemicals, the camera body may become range, the fully charged indication may not
deformed and the surface finish may peel off. appear, or the low battery indication may appear
Do not keep rubber or plastic products in about 5 minutes after the start of use. At high
contact with the movie camera for a long time. temperature, moreover, the protection function
When you use your movie camera in a sandy may work, disabling use of the movie camera.
or dusty place such as on a beach, do not let Be sure to detach the battery after use.
sand or fine dust get into the body and If the battery is left attached to the movie
terminals of the movie camera. Also, protect camera, a minute amount of current is
the movie camera from getting wet. consumed even when the movie camera power
Sand or dust may damage the movie camera or is [OFF]. If the battery is left attached to the
cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting movie camera for a long time, over-discharge
and removing a cassette.) takes place. The battery may become unusable
If sea water splashes onto the movie camera, after it is charged.
wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and The battery should be stored in a cool place free
use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then, from humidity, with as constant temperature as
wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth. possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 oC to
While carrying the movie camera, do not drop 25 oC, Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)
or bump it. Extremely high temperatures or low
A strong impact on the movie camera may temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.
break its housing, causing it to malfunction. If the battery is kept in a high-temperature,
high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the
terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.
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To store the battery for a long period of time, we About the cassette
recommend you charge it once every year and Never place the cassette in a high temperature
store it again after you have completely used up place.
the charged capacity. The tape may be damaged, producing
Dust and other matter attached to the battery mosaic-like noise at the time of playback.
terminals should be removed. When storing the cassette after use, be sure
Prepare spare batteries when going out for to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it
recording. out.
Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the If the cassette is left for more than 6 months
period during you want to record pictures in. In (depending on the storage condition) in the
cold places such as a ski resort, the period movie camera or stopped midway, the tape may
during which you can record pictures is sag and be damaged.
shortened. Once every 6 months, wind the tape to the end
When you travel, do not forget to bring an AC and then rewind it to the beginning. If the
adaptor so that you can recharge the batteries cassette is left for 1 year or longer without
at your destination. winding or rewinding, the tape may be deformed
If you drop the battery accidentally, check to by expansion or shrinkage attributable to
see if the terminals are deformed. temperature and humidity. The wound tape may
Attaching a deformed battery to the movie stick to itself.
camera or the AC adaptor may damage the Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), and
movie camera or the AC adaptor. humidity may damage the tape. Such usage
Do not throw old battery into fire. may cause damage to the movie camera and
Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may the heads.
result in an explosion. After use, be sure to rewind the tape to the
If the operating time is very short even after the beginning, put the cassette in the case to
battery has been recharged, the battery has protect it from dust, and store it upright.
worn out. Please purchase a new battery. Keep the cassette away from strong
About the AC adaptor magnetism.
If the battery is warm, charging requires more Apparatuses using magnets such as magnetic
time than normal. necklaces and toys have magnetic force that is
If the temperature of the battery is extremely stronger than expected, and they may erase the
high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] lamp may contents of a recording or may increase noise.
continue flashing, and the battery may not be
charged. After the battery temperature has
decreased or increased sufficiently, recharging
starts automatically. So, wait for a while. If the
lamp still continues flashing even after the
recharging, the battery or the AC adaptor may
be faulty. If so, please contact a dealer.
If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio
reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC
adaptor 1 metre or more away from radio.
When using the AC adaptor, it may generate
whirring sounds. However, this is normal.
After use, be sure to pull out the AC mains lead
from the AC mains socket. (If they are left
connected, a minute amount of current is
consumed.)
Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor
and the battery clean.
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LCD monitor/viewfinder Explanation of terms

LCD monitor
When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a Automatic white balance
dry soft cloth. White balance adjustment recognizes the colour
In a place with drastic temperature changes, of light and adjusts so the white colour will
condensation may form on the LCD monitor. become a pure white. The movie camera
Wipe it with soft dry cloth. determines the hue of light that comes through
If your movie camera is extremely cold, the LCD the lens and white balance sensor, thereby
monitor is slightly darker than usual immediately judging the recording condition, and selects the
after you turn the power on. However, as the
closest hue setting. This is called automatic white
internal temperature increases, it goes back to
balance adjustment. However, since the movie
normal brightness.
camera only stores white colour information
under several light sources, automatic white
Extremely high precision technology is balance adjustment does not function normally
employed to produce the LCD monitor under the other light sources.
screen featuring a total of approximately
105,000 pixels. The result is more than 10 000K 2)
99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of 9 000K
8 000K 3)
the pixels inactive or always lit. However, 7 000K 4)
this is not a malfunction and does not affect 6 000K
the recorded picture. 5)
5 000K
6)
1) 4 000K 7)
Viewfinder 8)
9)
3 000K
Extremely high precision technology is
employed to produce the viewfinder screen 10)
featuring a total of approximately
2 000K 11)
67,500 pixels for NV-GS27 and
approximately 113,000 pixels for NV-GS37. 12)
The result is more than 99.99% effective 1 000K
pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels
Outside of the effective range of automatic white
inactive or always lit. However, this is not a
balance adjustment, the image will become
malfunction and does not affect the recorded
picture. reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range
of automatic white balance adjustment, the
automatic white balance adjustment may not
Periodical check-ups
function properly if there is more than one light
To maintain the highest image quality, we
source. For light outside the functional auto white
recommend replacing worn parts such as heads
balance adjustment range, use the manual white
after approx. 1000 hours of use. (This, however,
depends on operating conditions including balance adjustment mode.
temperature, humidity and dust.) 1) The effective range of automatic white
balance adjustment on this movie camera
2) Blue sky
3) TV screen
4) Cloudy sky (rain)
5) Sunlight
6) White fluorescent lamp
7) 2 hours after sunrise or before sunset
8) 1 hour after sunrise or before sunset
9) Halogen light bulb
10) Incandescent light bulb
11) Sunrise or sunset
12) Candlelight
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White balance Recording a subject with little contrast

The image recorded by the movie camera may A subject with little contrast, such as a white
become bluish or reddish under the influence of wall, may become blurry because the movie
light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust camera achieves focus based upon the
the white balance. vertical lines of an image.
White balance adjustment determines the white
colour under different light sources. By
recognizing which is the white colour under
sunlight and which is the white colour under a
fluorescent lamp, the movie camera can adjust
the balance among the other colours.
Since white colour is the reference of all colours
(light), the movie camera can record pictures in a
natural hue if it can recognize the reference white
colour.
Auto focus
Auto focus automatically moves the focusing lens
forward and backward inside the movie camera to
bring the subject into focus.
Auto focus has the following characteristics.
Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are
seen more clearly.
Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast
into focus.
Focuses on the screen centre only.
Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not
work correctly in the following situations. Record
pictures in the manual focus mode.
Recording a subject with one end located
closer to the movie camera and the other end
farther away from it
As auto focus adjusts at the centre of an
image, it may be impossible to focus on a
subject that is located in both the foreground
and background.
Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty
glass
The subject behind the glass will not be
focused because the focus is on the dirty glass.
Recording a subject that is surrounded by
objects with glossy surfaces or by highly
reflective objects
The recording subject may become blurry
because the movie camera focuses on the
objects with glossy surfaces or on highly
reflective objects.
Recording a subject in dark surroundings
The movie camera cannot focus correctly
because the light information that comes
through the lens decreases considerably.
Recording a fast-moving subject
As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically,
it cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject.
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Specifications
Specifications Dimensions:
Approx. 82 mm (W)k69 mm (H)k120 mm (D)
Specifications (excluding the projection part)
Mass:
Approx. 410 g
Digital Video Camera (without supplied battery, DV cassette and lens cap)
Information for your safety Approx. 480 g
(with supplied battery, DV cassette and lens cap)
Operating temperature:
Power source: 0 oC to 40 oC
DC 7.9/7.2 V Operating humidity:
Power consumption: 10% to 80%
Recording
2.5 W (When using viewfinder) WEB camera
3.1 W (When using LCD monitor) Compression:
Motion JPEG
Image size:
Recording format: 320k240 pixels (QVGA)
Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format) Frame rate:
Tape used: Approx. 6 fps
6.35 mm digital video tape
Recording/playback time: AC adaptor VSK0651
SP: 80 min; LP: 120 min (with DVM80) Information for your safety
Video
Recording system:
Digital component Power source:
Television system: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal Power consumption:
Audio 19 W
Recording system: DC output:
PCM digital recording DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Movie camera operation)
16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch) DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)
Image sensor:
1/6-inch CCD image sensor
Lens: Dimensions:
Auto Iris, F1.8 to F3.9, Approx. 61 mm (W)k32 mm (H)k91 mm (D)
Focal length; 1.9 mm to 57.0 mm Mass:
Macro (Full range AF) Approx. 110 g
Filter diameter: Mass and dimensions are approximate values.
30.5 mm Specifications may change without prior notice.
Zoom:
30:1 Power zoom
Monitor:
2.5-inch LCD
Viewfinder:
(NV-GS37) Colour electronic viewfinder
(NV-GS27) Electronic viewfinder
Microphone:
Stereo (with a zoom function)
Speaker:
1 round speaker 20 mm
Standard illumination:
1,400 lx
Minimum required illumination:
2 lx (Colour Night View Mode)
Video output level:
1.0 Vp-p, 75 h
Audio output level (Line):
316 mV, 600 h
USB:
USB 2.0 compliant, (Hi-Speed) (NV-GS37)
(Full-Speed) (NV-GS27)
No copyright protection support
Digital interface:
DV output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)
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Index
A R
AC Adaptor ................................................8, 47 Recording Speed ........................................... 21
Aperture .........................................................30 Remaining Tape Time ................................... 39
Audio Dubbing ...............................................35 Remote Control ............................................. 18
B Repeat Playback ........................................... 31
Backlight Compensation ................................25 S
Built-in LED Video Light .................................20 Scene mode .................................................. 27
C Self-Recording ............................................... 24
Charging the Battery ........................................8 Shutter Speed ............................................... 30
Cinema Function ............................................26 Slow Motion Playback ................................... 32
Colour Night View Function ...........................25 Soft Skin Mode .............................................. 25
Condensation .................................................45 Sound Volume ............................................... 31
D SP/LP Mode .................................................. 21
Digital Dubbing ..............................................35 Sports Mode .................................................. 27
Digital Zoom ...................................................24 Spotlight Mode .............................................. 27
Dubbing .........................................................34 Surf & Snow Mode ........................................ 27
E V
Erasure Prevention Slider ..............................13 Video Head Clogging .................................... 45
F Viewfinder ...................................................... 48
Fade ...............................................................26 W
Frame-by-frame playback ..............................32 White Balance ............................................... 28
L Z
LCD Monitor ...................................................48 Zoom ............................................................. 24
Low Light Mode .............................................27 Zoom Microphone ......................................... 24
M
Manual Focus ................................................29
Mode Dial .......................................................14
P
Portrait Mode .................................................27
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Digital Video Camera

Model No. NV-GS37EB

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

Information for Your Safety

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate IMPORTANT

AC Adaptor The wire which is coloured BLUE must be

WARNING For business users in the European

Before using Accessories

Parts identification and handling (16)

(1) Built-in LED video light (NV-GS37 only)

(7) Speaker -31- (24)

(24) LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -11-

Fitting the lens cap

(27) Cassette cover -13-

(30) Tripod receptacle

(31) The grip belt

1 Flip the belt.

Power supply Connecting to the AC outlet

Charging the battery

Hold the battery with your hand so it does not

The recordable time will become shorter in the

If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then

Using the viewfinder

Using the LCD monitor

It can open up to 90o.

You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder

The brightness and colour level of the LCD

Quick start To cancel Quick Start

The status indicator lights green and the unit

The status indicator lights red and the camera

Inserting/removing a cassette When inserting a previously recorded cassette,

When the cassette holder cannot be

Selecting a mode Joystick and screen display

: TAPE RECORDING MODE

How to use the joystick

1 Select by moving up.

2) Tape Recording Mode Help mode

The help mode explains the operation icons

An explanation of the selected icon is

6 Move the joystick up or down in order to

Using the menu screen

The menu corresponding to the mode To exit the menu screen

About the menu setting

3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the

4 Move the joystick up or down in order to

Operating with remote control Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

2 Select a menu item.

When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180

Using the remote control

(10) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT]

(6) Slow/frame-by-frame forward button

Selecting the remote control mode

If the remote control mode of the camera and

Recording with the built-in LED

The built-in LED video light lights up and the

The subject should be within 1.5 metres of the