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2024年9月10日发(作者：齐天蓉)

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ªZoom Microphone Function

≥The Zoom Microphone Function may not work

effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.

≥It does not work with an external microphone.

≥The Image Stabilizer Function does not work. In

this case, the [[] Indication flashes.

≥The Soft Skin Function and the Backlight

Compensation Function cannot be changed.

ªDigital Zoom Functions

≥As the magnification of digital zoom increases,

the quality of image may deteriorate.

≥White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom

range.

ªWind Noise Reduction Function

≥It does not work with the microphone on an

external microphone.

≥When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone

is regulated depending on the strength of wind

to reduce wind noise.

ªImage Stabilizer Function

≥The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate

in a dimly lit place. In this case, the [[]

Indication flashes.

≥Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness

may change or colours may not look natural.

≥After-images may appear.

≥When a tripod is used, it is recommended that

you turn the Image Stabilizer off.

≥Within the digital zoom range, or when

recording with a conversion lens attached, the

Image Stabilizer Function may not work

effectively.

≥When you record pictures with setting 10k or

more of magnification and turning the Image

Stablizer Function to [ON] in dim places,

after-images may stand out. In this case, we

recommend using a tripod with turning the

Image Stablizer Function to [OFF].

ªCinema Function

≥Using the Cinema Mode does not widen the

recording angle.

≥If you play back tape recorded in Cinema Mode

on a wide-screen (16:9) format TV, playback

size is automatically adjusted to fit the TV

screen format. Please refer to the TV’s

operating instructions for details.

≥When images are displayed on a TV screen, the

Date/Time Indication may be erased in some

cases.

≥Depending on the TV, the picture quality may

be deteriorated.

≥The Cinema Mode is cancelled when a Title is

displayed.

≥The Cinema Mode and the Title Creation cannot

be used simultaneously.

≥Using the Cinema Mode deactivates [MULTI]

and [P-IN-P] of [EFFECT1].

≥Depending on the software in use, the imported

Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly.

ªBacklight Compensation Function

≥When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight

Compensation Function does not work.

≥By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, the

Backlight Compensation Function is cancelled.

ªProgramme AE

≥If any of the Programme AE Modes are

selected, you cannot adjust the shutter speed

(

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) or iris (

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≥Using the Night View Function cancels any of

the Programme AE modes.

≥Using the Light Function cancels any of the

Program AE modes.

Sports Mode

≥During normal playback, the image

movement may not look smooth.

≥Because the colour and brightness of the

playback image may change, avoid

recording under fluorescent light, mercury

light or sodium light.

≥If you record a subject illuminated with

strong light or a highly reflective subject,

vertical lines of light may appear.

≥If the light is insufficient, the [5]

Indication flashes.

Sports Mode/Portrait Mode

≥If you record a still picture in Progressive

Photoshot Mode, the brightness and hue of

the recorded still picture may become

unstable.

ªNight View Functions

≥In a bright place, such as outdoors, the

recorded picture may become whitish.

≥In a dark place, the recorded picture is

presented in a time-lapse-like manner.

≥Adjust the Focus manually.

≥The Progressive Photoshot Function is

automatically turned off.

≥The Continuous Photoshot Function cannot be

used.

≥White Balance cannot be set.

≥The shutter speed cannot be adjusted.

≥The Image Stabilizer, Programme AE, Multi

Title Screen, or Digital Effect Modes in

[EFFECT1] cannot be set.

≥When recording with the Night View Function, it

is recommended that you use the tripod.

≥The Night View Function makes the signal

charging time of CCD up to 25 times longer than

usual, so that the dark scenes that are invisible

to the naked eyes can be recorded brightly. For

this reason, a bright dots may be seen, but this

is not a malfunction.

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≥If this mode is used for indoor recording,

playback images may flicker.

Low Light Mode

≥Extremely dark scenes may not be able to

be made brighter to a satisfactory degree.

Spotlight Mode

≥With this mode, recorded images may

become extremely dark.

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,

its recorded image may becomes whitish.

Surf & Snow Mode

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,

its recorded image may turn out to be

whitish.

ªDigital Effect Functions

≥If you have set [EFFECT2] to [B/W] or [SEPIA],

changing the selected White Balance Mode is

not possible. (

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)

≥Setting the Cinema Mode cancels the

Picture-in-Picture Mode and the Multi-Picture

Mode.

≥During the Digital Still Picture Mode, the Digital

Effect Functions cannot be set.

In the following cases, using the [EFFECT1]

on the [DIGITAL] Sub-Menu is not possible.

≥When the Night View Mode is set (

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)

≥When the Built-in LED Video Light lights and the

Gain Up mode is set to on.

In the following cases, using the Digital Effect

Function is not possible.

≥Title In

Wipe Mode and Mix Mode

If the following operation is carried out, stored

images will be erased, and Wipe and Mix

Functions cannot be used.

≥Set other item of Digital Effect

≥Operate the [OFF/ON] switch or Mode Dial

≥Insert or eject a cassette

Picture-in-Picture Mode

≥If Mode Dial is operated, the smaller picture

disappears.

≥Titles cannot be inserted into the smaller

picture.

Multi-Picture Mode

≥If the [MULTI] Button is pressed while

self-recording Mirror Mode (

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) is used, the still

picture is displayed from the upper right corner

of the screen, but, in reality, the picture is

recorded from the upper left corner as usual.

≥The quality of Multi images deteriorates slightly.

≥The top and bottom of the Multi pictures will be

cut off slightly.

ªWhite Balance

In the following cases, you cannot change

White Balance:

≥When you set [EFFECT2] to [SEPIA] or to

[B/W].

≥When you set the Zoom to higher than 24k

≥During Digital Still Picture Mode

≥When you display a Menu

≥When you use the Night View Mode

In the following cases, the [1] Indication

flashes:

≥The flashing indicates that the previously

adjusted White Balance setting is still kept. This

setting will be kept until White Balance is

adjusted again.

≥You may not be able to achieve correct White

Balance Adjustment manually under weak

illumination.

ªManual Shutter Speed Adjustment

≥You may see vertical lines of light in the

playback image of a brightly shining subject or

highly reflective subject.

≥During normal playback, movement in the

images may not look smooth.

≥Because the colour and brightness of the

playback image may become unstable, avoid

recording under fluorescent light, mercury light

or sodium light.

≥If you are using Night View Mode (

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) or

Programme AE Mode (

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), you cannot adjust

the shutter speed.

ªPlaying Back

Repeat Playback

If you continue to press the [1] Button for

5seconds or longer, the Movie Camera switches

to Repeat Playback Mode, and the [R!]

Indication appears. (To cancel Repeat Playback

Mode, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF].)

Listening to Playback Sound through

Headphones

If you want to use the headphones to listen to the

playback sound, set [AVJACK] on the

[AVIN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to

[OUT/PHONES] and connect the headphones to

the [PHONES] Socket (

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) on the Movie

Camera. In this case, no sound (including

warning and shutter sounds) will be reproduced

through the built-in speaker of the Movie Camera.

ªManual Iris Adjustment

≥Depending on zoom magnification, there are iris

values that will not be displayed.

≥If you are using Night View Mode (

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) or

Programme AE Mode (

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), you cannot adjust

the iris.

≥If you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after

setting the Iris, the value set for the Iris will be

cancelled.

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Choosing Sound during Playback

You can select the sound by using the

[AUDIOOUT] setting on the [PLAYBACK]

Sub-Menu.

STEREO:Stereo Sound (main sound and

sub sound)

L:Left channel sound (main sound)

R:Right channel sound (sub sound)

≥If you dub a tape recorded at the [12bit]

selected as the [AUDIOREC] on the

[RECORDING] Sub-Menu, playback sound

becomes stereo sound regardless of the

[AUDIOOUT] setting if [12bitAUDIO] is set to

[MIX].

≥In the following cases, black bars may appear,

depending on the playback device.

≥When playing back a mega-pixel still-picture

with this Movie Camera and recording it

onto a tape

≥Changing the picture size to 640k480

pixels with DV STUDIO

ªSlide Show (NV-GS15 only)

≥It may take playback time longer than usual

time depending on the picture.

ªCreating a Title (NV-GS15 only)

≥Even if the contrast of the Title is adjusted, the

portions where there is little difference between

light and dark and where the boundary between

light and dark is unclear may not appear.

≥The Title may not appear well if something

small is used for it.

≥If titles are created, the number of images that

can be recorded on a Card decreases.

≥If the number of images that can be recorded on

a Card is small, you may not be able to create a

title.

ªIndex Search Functions

≥Index Search may not be possible at the

beginning of the tape.

≥Scene Index Search may not function properly if

the interval between 2scene index signals is

less than 1minute.

ªPlayback Zoom Function

≥You cannot adjust the sound volume with the

Remote Controller in Playback Zoom Mode.

≥If you turn off the Movie Camera power or if you

operate the Mode Dial, Playback Zoom Mode is

automatically cancelled.

≥Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being

used, images that are output from the DV

Terminal (

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) are not enlarged.

≥As you enlarge an image, the quality of the

image deteriorates.

≥During a Playback Zoom, the Variable Speed

Search Function cannot be changed with the

Remote Controller.

ªAdding a Title (NV-GS15 only)

≥The Title In Function and Digital Effects cannot

be used simultaneously.

≥The Title In Function and Continuous Photoshot

cannot be used simultaneously.

≥When a title is displayed in Tape Playback

Mode, the title is not output from the DV

Terminal.

≥The Multi-Picture Mode cannot be used once

the title is inserted.

≥A full-coloured title made on other equipment

cannot be played back or added to the picture

with this Movie Camera.

≥A title with size other than 640k480 pixels

cannot be displayed.

≥When the title is displayed on the Multi screen,

the recording and the playback cannot be

performed.

≥During external input or DV input, you cannot

use Title In Function or display titles on the Multi

screen. Select the desired titles to display them

on the screen before connecting the cable to

the Movie Camera.

ªPlayback Digital Effect Functions

≥Signals of images to which digital effects are

added during playback cannot be output from

the DV Terminal (

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≥You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while

playing back the non-recorded portion of tape.

ªPlaying Back a Card (NV-GS15 only)

≥If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the

screen becomes white.

≥If you attempt to play back a file recorded in a

different format or a file data is defective, the

whole display becomes bluish and the

[UNPLAYABLECARD] Indication may appear

as warning.

≥When playing back a picture recorded on other

equipment, its size and that of this Movie

Camera may appear differently.

≥When playing back a picture recorded on other

equipment, the picture may not be played back

or the quality of pictures may be deteriorated.

≥When playing back a nonstandardized file, the

Folder File Number may not be displayed.

ªDPOF (NV-GS15 only)

≥Perform the DPOF Settings with your own

Movie Camera in use.

≥Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little

time. Wait until the Card Access Lamp goes out.

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ªLock Setting (NV-GS15 only)

≥The Lock Setting carried out by this Movie

Camera is only effective for this Movie Camera.

≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection

switch on it. If the switch is moved to the [LOCK]

side, you cannot write to or format the Card. If it

is moved back, you can.

ªPlaying Back on Your TV

≥Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown

even if you correctly connect the movie camera

with your TV. In this case, set [AVJACK] on the

[AVIN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to [OUT].

≥If you set [AVJACK] on the [AVIN/OUT]

Sub-Menu to [IN/OUT], nothing will be shown

on the TV screen except during playback.

≥Picture size may be displayed differently when

playing back a Cinema picture on a wide-screen

TV with Playback Digital Effect.

Analog-Digital Conversion

≥When the Movie Camera is connected with

other digital video equipment through its DV

Terminal, images recorded in analog form from

other external equipment can be output to the

digital video equipment through the DV

Terminal.

≥To DV-output analog video signals sent from

other equipment, set [DVOUT] on the

[AVIN/OUT] Sub-Menu to [ON]. (Normally,

keep the [DVOUT] set to [OFF]. If it is set to

[ON], the quality of the image may be

disturbed.)

ªUsing the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing)

≥Regardless of the setting, digital dubbing is

carried out automatically in the same audio

recording mode as that of the playback

Cassette.

≥The images on the recorded monitor may be

disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded

images.

≥Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback

Zoom, or Playback Title In have been used,

these effects are not output from the DV

Terminal.

≥Even if you use device equipped with DV

Terminals (such as IEEE1394), you may not be

able to perform Digital Dubbing in some cases.

≥Date or other information to be displayed cannot

be displayed if the software of the connected

equipment does not support the display

function.

ªRecording Pictures from a Card onto a

Tape (NV-GS15 only)

≥When recording the Card Image on a Tape, its

size is transformed into 720k576 according to

the DV format.

≥If you attempt to record a still picture with a

large image size on a Tape, there may be a

reduction in the quality of the image.

ªAudio Dubbing

≥The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed.

≥Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot

be dubbed.

≥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.

≥If you set the tape counter back to 0 at the

position where you want to stop Audio Dubbing

so as to make it possible to use the Memory

Stop Function (

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), Audio Dubbing is

terminated automatically when the tape reaches

this position.

≥In the case of importing data recorded with

Audio Dubbing to a PC using the PC’s software,

only the original sound (ST1) may be imported,

depending on the software.

Cautions for Use

ªAfter Use

Take out the Cassette. (

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)

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF].

Take out the Card (NV-GS15 only). (

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)

Detach the power supply and retract the

Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor. (

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)

To protect the Lens, attach the supplied

Lens Cap.

ªCautions for Use

When you use your Movie Camera in a rainy

or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that

no water enters the Movie Camera.

≥Water may cause the Movie Camera or

Cassette to malfunction. (Irreparable failure

may occur.)

≥If sea water splashes onto the Movie Camera,

wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and

use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then,

wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.

ªRecording the Contents of Other

Equipment

Recording to a Card (NV-GS15 only)

If you set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode,

you can use the Photoshot function for external

input signals.

≥Black streaks may appear at the 4edges of the

image.

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Keep the Movie Camera away from

magnetized equipment (such as a microwave

oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.).

≥If you use the Movie Camera on or near a TV,

images or sounds may be disturbed due to

electromagnetic wave radiation.

≥Do not use near cell phone because doing so

may cause noise to adversely affect the picture

and sound.

≥Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or

images may be distorted, by strong magnetic

fields created by speakers or large motors.

≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a

microprocessor may adversely affect the Movie

Camera, causing the disturbance of images and

sounds.

≥If the Movie Camera is affected by magnetically

charged equipment and does not function

properly, turn off the Movie Camera power and

detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then

connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again.

Thereafter, turn on the Movie Camera power.

Do not use your Movie Camera near radio

transmitters or high-voltage cables.

≥If you record pictures near radio transmitters or

high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds

may be adversely affected.

Do not use this Movie Camera for surveillance

purposes or other business use.

≥If you use the Movie Camera for a long period of

time, the internal temperature increases and,

consequently, this may cause malfunction.

≥This Movie Camera is not intended for business

use.

When you use your Movie Camera on a beach

or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust

get into the Movie Camera.

≥Sand or dust may damage the Movie Camera or

Cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting

and removing the Cassette.)

Do not spray insecticides or volatile

chemicals onto the Movie Camera.

≥If the Movie Camera is sprayed with such

chemicals, the camera body may be deformed

and the surface finish may peel off.

≥Do not keep rubber or plastic products in

contact with the Movie Camera for a long period

of time.

Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for

cleaning the Movie Camera.

≥The camera body may be deformed and the

surface finish may peel off.

≥Before cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out

the AC Mains Lead from the AC mains socket.

≥Wipe the Movie Camera with a soft dry cloth. To

remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is

soaked in a detergent diluted with water and

afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth.

≥For storing or transporting the Movie Camera,

place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so

as to prevent the coating on the camera body

from being worn.

After use, be sure to take the Cassette out and

detach the Battery from the Movie Camera or

pull out the AC Mains Lead from AC mains

socket.

≥If the Cassette is left in the Movie Camera, the

tape sags and deteriorates.

≥If the Battery is left on the Movie Camera for a

long time, the voltage drops excessively, and

the Battery will not function even after it is

recharged.

ªAbout AC Adaptor

≥If the temperature of the Battery is extremely

high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp

may continue flashing, and the Battery may not

be charged. After the temperature of the Battery

has decreased or increased sufficiently,

charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE]

Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery

temperature has decreased or increased

sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be

faulty. In this case, please contact a dealer.

≥If the Battery is warm, charging takes a longer

time than normal.

≥If you use the AC Adaptor near a radio, radio

reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC

Adaptor 1metre 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.)

≥Keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and

Battery always clean.

ªCondensation

If you turn the Movie Camera on when

condensation occurs on the head or the tape,

Condensation Indication [3DEW] (yellow or red)

blinks on the Viewfinder or the LCD monitor and

the messages [DEW DETECT] or [EJECT TAPE]

(only when the tape is inserted) appear. In this

case, follow the procedure below.

Blink in yellow:

Dews are slightly adhering on the head or the

tape.

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Blink in red:

Dews are adhere on the head or the tape.

Remove the tape if it is inserted.

≥It takes about 20 seconds to open the

Cassette Holder. This is not a malfunction.

Leave the Movie Camera with the Cassette

Compartment Cover closed to cool or warm

it to the ambient temperature.

When [3DEW] blinks in yellow

≥You cannot use the Tape Recording/

Playback Mode. Leave the Movie Camera

for about 30 minutes.

≥However, you can use the Card Recording

Mode or Picture Playback Mode when the

cassette is not inserted.

When [3DEW] blinks in red

≥The Power Indicator Lamp blinks for about 1

minute and then the Movie Camera

automatically turns off. Leave it for about 2

to 3 hours.

Turn the Movie Camera on again, set it to

the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and

then check if the condensation indication

disappears.

Especially in cold districts, dews may be frozen.

In this case, it may take more time before the

condensation indication disappears.

Watch for Condensation even before the

Condensation Indication is displayed.

≥The condensation indication may not appear

depending on circumstances. When

condensation occurs on the lens or the Movie

Camera, it also may occur on the head and the

tape. Do not open the Cassette Compartment

Cover.

When the Lens is Fogged:

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and leave the

Movie Camera in this condition for about 1hour.

When the lens temperature becomes close to the

ambient temperature, the fogging disappears

naturally.

Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head

Cleaner

Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie

Camera in the same manner as a Video

Cassette.

Press the [1] Button, and approximately

20seconds later, press the [∫] Button. (Do

not rewind the tape.)

Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video

Cassette and start recording. Then, play the

tape back to check the recorded image.

If the image is not still clear, repeat

Steps1to 3. (Do not use the Head Cleaner

for 3times or more consecutively.)

Notes:

≥Do not rewind every time you use the Head

Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches

the end, and then use it again from the

beginning in the same manner as before.

≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning,

the tape may be damaged. In this case,

immediately stop using that Cassette.

≥Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive

cleaning may cause excessive wear of the

heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be

played back even after the heads are cleaned.)

≥If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the

Head Cleaner, the Movie Camera needs to be

cleaned at a service centre. Please consult a

dealer.

≥Video Head Cleaners can be purchased from

service centres.

≥Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not

considered a malfunction of the product. It is not

covered by the warranty.

Periodical Check-up

To maintain the highest image quality, we

recommend replacement of worn parts, such as

heads, etc., after approximately 1,000hours of

use. (This, however, depends on operating

conditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust,

etc.)

ªVideo Head Clogging and Care

If the heads (the parts that make contact with the

tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear

on the playback image, or the screen as a whole

becomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty,

recording performance deteriorates, and, in the

worst case, the Movie Camera cannot record at

all.

Causes of Dirty Heads

≥Large quantity of dust in the air

≥High-temperature and high-humidity

environment

≥Damaged tape

≥Long operating hours

ªOptimal Use of the Battery

Battery Characteristics

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery.

Its ability to generate power is based upon the

chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This

reaction is susceptible to the surrounding

temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature

is too high or too low, the operating time of the

Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in

an extremely cold environment, the Battery may

operate only for about 5minutes. If the Battery

becomes extremely hot, a protective function may

operate, and the Battery may become unusable

for a while.

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Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use

Be sure to detach the Battery from the Movie

Camera. (If it is left attached to the Movie

Camera, a minute amount of current is consumed

even when the Movie Camera power is off.) If the

Battery is left attached to the Movie Camera for a

long time, over-discharge takes place. The

Battery may become unusable after it is charged.

Disposing of an Unusable Battery

≥The Battery has a limited life.

≥Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may

cause an explosion.

Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery

Clean

Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with

dirt, dust, or other substances.

If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see

if the Battery body and terminals are deformed.

Attaching a deformed Battery to the Movie

Camera or AC Adaptor may damage the Movie

Camera or AC Adaptor.

≥Store the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct

sunlight (ultraviolet rays), or humidity may

damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral

particles, and dusty Cassettes damage the

heads of the Movie Camera and other

components. Develop a habit of returning the

Cassette back to its case.

≥Once every half year, wind the tape to the end

and then rewind it to the beginning. If the

Cassette is left for 1year or longer without

winding or rewinding, temperature and humidity

changes may cause the Cassette to deform due

to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound

tape may stick to itself.

≥Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic

substances or equipment.

≥The surface of tape is covered with extremely

minute magnetic particles, upon which signals

are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc.,

have magnetic force that is stronger than you

may normally expect, and they may erase the

contents of a recording or may cause noise in

images and sounds.

Card (NV-GS15 only)

≥When the Card is being read, do not remove the

Card, turn off the power, or subject it to vibration

or impact.

≥Do not leave the Card in places where there is

high temperature or direct sunlight, or where

electromagnetic waves or static electricity are

easily generated.

≥Do not bend or drop the Card. The Card or the

recorded content may be damaged.

≥After use, be sure to remove the Card from the

Movie Camera.

≥After usage, store the supplied SD Memory

Card in the enclosed bag.

≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the

Card with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or

water to enter it.

ªCautions for Storage

Before storing the Movie Camera, take the

Cassette out and detach the Battery.

Store all the components in a dry place with a

relatively stable temperature.

(Recommended Temperature: 15 to 25oC,

Recommended Humidity: 40 to 60%)

Movie Camera

≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from

getting into the Camera.

≥Do not leave the Movie Camera in places that

expose it to high temperature.

Battery

≥Extremely high temperatures or low

temperatures will shorten the life of the Battery.

≥If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places,

the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.

≥Do not allow the Battery terminals to come

in contact with metal objects (such as

necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in

a short circuit or heat generation and, if you

touch the Battery in this condition, you may

be badly burned.

≥Store the Battery in a completely discharged

state. To store the Battery for a long period of

time, we recommend you charge it once every

year and store it again after you completely use

up the charged capacity.

Cassette

≥Before storing it, rewind the tape to the

beginning. If the Cassette is left for more than

6months with the tape stopped midway, the

tape sags (although it depends on the storage

condition). Be sure to rewind to the beginning.

ªLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood

LCD Monitor

≥In a place with drastic temperature changes,

condensation may form on the LCD Monitor.

Wipe it with a soft dry cloth.

≥If your Movie Camera is extremely cold when

you turn its power on, the image on the LCD

Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first.

However, as the internal temperature increases,

it goes back to the normal brightness.

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Others

Extremely high precision technology is

employed to produce the LCD Monitor

screen featuring a total of approximately

105,000 pixels. The result is more than

99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of

the pixels inactive or always lit. However,

this is not a malfunction and does not affect

the recorded picture.

Viewfinder

≥Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun.

Internal components may be seriously

damaged.

≥When the Movie Camera is used with a large

capacity Battery (CGR-D16S, CGP-D28S;

optional) attached to it, it is not practical to look

in the Viewfinder from behind the Battery.

Extremely high precision technology

is employed to produce the

Viewfinder screen featuring a total of

approximately 67,000 pixels. The

result is more than 99.99% effective

pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels

inactive or always lit. However, this is

not a malfunction and does not affect

the recorded picture.

Lens Hood

≥Do not attach other conversion lenses in front of

the Lens Hood; there is no mount to be used for

the attachment.

≥When you wish to attach the Tele Conversion

Lens (VW-LT2714N2E; optional), Wide

Conversion Lens (VW-LW2707N2E; optional),

MC Protector (VW-LMC27E; optional), or ND

Filter (VW-LND27E; optional), first of all, turn

the Lens Hood counterclockwise. If the MC

Protector or ND Filter is used, the Lens Hood

can be mounted on the filter.

≥If you push the [W/T] Lever toward [W] during

recording with the filter and conversion lens

attached together to the Movie Camera,

4corners of the image may become dark

(vignetting). For details, please refer to the

operating instructions of your accessories.

≥Be sure to keep the Lens Hood attached to the

Movie Camera so as to shut out unnecessary

light.

Before Requesting Repair (Problems

and Solutions)

Power

1:The Movie Camera power cannot be turned

on.

•Is the power source connected correctly? (

-60-

)

2:The Movie Camera power is turned off

automatically.

•When the Recording Pause Mode continues

for more than 6 minutes, the power is turned off

automatically for tape protection and power

conservation. (If the AC Adaptor is used, the

power is turned off only when the tape is

inserted in Tape Recording Mode.) When the

tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if

the Recording Pause Mode continues for more

than 6 minutes, the power is turned off

automatically.

To resume recording from this condition, turn

off, then turn on the power again. (

-70-

)

3:The Movie Camera power does not stay on

long enough.

•Is the Battery low? Charge the Battery or

attach a fully charged Battery. (

-60-

)

•Has condensation occurred? Wait until the

Condensation Indication disappears. (

-104-

)

Battery

1:Battery runs down quickly.

•Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the

AC Adaptor. (

-60-

)

•Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold

place? In cold places, the operating time of the

Battery becomes shorter. (

-105-

)

•Has the Battery worn out? If the operating time

is still too short even after the Battery is fully

charged, the Battery has worn out.

2:The Battery cannot be charged.

•If the DC Input Lead is connected to the AC

Adaptor, charging cannot be performed.

Disconnect the DC Input Lead.

Normal Recording

1:Recording does not start although power is

supplied to the Movie Camera and the

Cassette is correctly inserted.

•Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on

the Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),

recording cannot be performed. (

-63-

)

•Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new

Cassette. (

-63-

)

•Is the Movie Camera power turned on? (

-70-

)

•Has condensation occurred? Wait until the

Condensation Indication disappears. (

-104-

)

-107-

Others

Other Recording

1:Auto Focus Function does not work.

•Is Manual Focus Mode selected? If Auto Focus

Mode is selected, focus is automatically

adjusted. (

-79-

)

•There are some recording subjects and

recording surroundings for which the Auto

Focus Function does not operate correctly. In

this case, use the Manual Focus Mode to

adjust the focus. (

-109-

)

Editing

1:Audio dubbing cannot be performed.

•Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on

the Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),

recording cannot be performed. (

-63-

)

•Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that

was recorded in LP Mode? LP Mode does not

allow audio dubbing to operate. (

-69-

)

Indications

1:The Time Code becomes inaccurate.

0The Time Code Indication counter may not be

constant in the reverse direction in Slow Motion

Playback Mode, but this is not a malfunction.

2:The Remaining Tape Time Indication does

not match the actual remaining tape time.

•If scenes of less than 15seconds are

continuously recorded, the remaining tape time

cannot be displayed correctly.

•In some cases, the Remaining Tape Time

Indication may show remaining tape time that

is 2to 3minutes shorter than the actual

remaining tape time.

Playback (Pictures)

1:Pictures cannot be played back even when

the [1] Button is pressed.

0Is the Mode Dial set to Playback Mode? If not,

the playback function cannot be used. (

-82-

)

2:Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images

during Cue, Review or Slow Motion

Playback.

•This phenomenon is characteristic of digital

video systems. It is not a malfunction.

3:Although the Movie Camera is correctly

connected to a TV, playback images cannot

be seen.

•Have you selected “Video Input” on the TV?

Please read the operating instructions of your

TV and select the channel that matches the

input sockets used for the connection.

•Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown

even if you correctly connect the movie camera

with your TV. In this case, set [AVJACK] on

the [AVIN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to

[OUT].

4:Playback picture is not clear.

•Are the heads of the Movie Camera dirty? If the

heads are dirty, playback image cannot be

clear. (

-105-

)

5:Playing back or recording do not function,

the screen has frozen or the indication has

disappeared.

•Turn the Movie Camera off. If the Movie

Camera is not turned off after operating the

[OFF/ON] switch, press the [RESET] Button

(

-57-

-109-

) first. And detach the Battery or AC

Adaptor and then reattach it.

Playback (Sound)

1:Sound is not played back from the built-in

speaker of the Movie Camera or the

headphones.

0Is the volume too low? During playback, push

the [W/T] Lever to display the [VOLUME]

Indication and adjust the volume. (

-82-

)

2:Different sounds are reproduced at the

same time.

•[12bitAUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu

of the [TAPEPLAYBACKMENU] has been set

to [MIX]. As a result, the original sound and

sound that was recorded by audio dubbing are

played back together. It is possible to

reproduce the sounds separately. (

-92-

)

3:The original sound was erased when audio

dubbing was performed.

•If you perform audio dubbing on a recording

made in [16bit] Mode, the original sound will be

erased. If you wish to preserve the original

sound, be sure to select [12bit] Mode at the

time of recording.

4:Sounds cannot be played back.

•Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is

being played, is [12bitAUDIO] on the

[PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the

[TAPEPLAYBACKMENU] set to [ST2]? To

play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing,

[12bitAUDIO] must be set to [ST1]. (

-92-

)

•Is the Variable Speed Search Function

working? Press the [1] Button to cancel the

Variable Speed Search Function. (

-83-

)

Card (NV-GS15 only)

1:Recorded pictures are not clear.

0Is [PICTQUALITY] on the [CARD] Sub-Menu

set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY]? If recording

is done with it set to [NORMAL] or

[ECONOMY], images with fine details may

include a mosaic-like pattern. Set

[PICTQUALITY] to [FINE]. (

-72-

)

-108-

Others

2:Photoshot Playback images do not look

normal.

•The picture may be damaged. In order to

prevent the loss of image data, backing up on a

Cassette or a personal computer is

recommended. (

-91-

-94-

)

3:During Playback, [UNPLAYABLECARD] is

displayed.

•The image was either recorded in a different

format, or data is damaged.

4:Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be

used.

•Either the Movie Camera or the Card may be

damaged. Please consult a dealer.

Others

1:The Free Style Remote Controller does not

operate correctly.

•If it is not plugged in tightly, it will not operate

correctly.

2:The Movie Camera clatters when shaking it.

•It is a sound of the lens moving, not a

malfunction.

3:When the USB Cable is disconnected, an

error message will appear on PC.

•To disconnect the USB cable safely,

double-click the [] icon in the task tray and

follow the instructions on the screen. (

-94-

)

Explanation of Terms

ªDigital Video System

In a digital video system, images and sounds are

converted into digital signals and recorded on a

tape. This complete digital recording is capable of

recording and playback with minimal image and

sound deterioration.

In addition, it automatically records data, such as

Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals.

Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS Cassettes

Because this Movie Camera employs a digital

system for recording image and sound data, it is

not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS

video equipment that employs an analog

recording system.

The size and shape of the Cassettes are also

different.

Compatibility with Output Signals

Because AV signal output from the AV signal

output socket is analog (the same as

conventional video systems), this Movie Camera

can be connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a

TV for playback.

ªFocus

Auto Focus Adjustment

The Auto Focus System automatically moves

forward and backward the focusing lens inside

the Movie Camera to bring the subject into focus

so that the subject can be seen clearly.

However, the Auto Focus System does not

function properly for the following subjects or

under the following recording conditions.

Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.

1)Recording a subject whose one end is

located closer to the Movie Camera and

the other end farther away from it

≥Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at

the centre of an image, it may be impossible

to focus on a subject that is located in both

foreground and background.

2)Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty

glass

≥Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the

subject behind the glass will not be focused.

3)Recording a subject in dark surroundings

≥Because the light information that comes

through the lens decreases considerably,

the Movie Camera cannot focus correctly.

4)Recording a subject that is surrounded by

objects with glossy surfaces or by highly

reflective objects

≥Because the Movie Camera focuses on the

objects with glossy surfaces or on highly

reflective objects, the recording subject may

become blurry.

Using the RESET button

Open the LCD Monitor. (

-64-

)

Undo Grip Belt end 1 and pull Lens Cap

Cord 2 downward to loosen Grip Belt.

the [RESET] Button 4.

Use projection 3 on the Lens Cap to press

-109-

Others

5)Recording a fast-moving subject

≥Because the focus lens-inside moves

mechanically, it cannot keep up with the

fast-moving subject.

6)Recording a subject with little contrast

≥Because the Movie Camera achieves focus

based upon the vertical lines of an image, a

subject with little contrast, such as a white

wall, may become blurry.

Play back the still picture where you want to

start audio dubbing.

Start audio dubbing. (

-91-

)

≥Audio dubbing automatically stops at the

position where the counter was set to zero.

ªTime Code

Time Code signals are data that indicate time

measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and

frames (25frames per second). If this data is

included in a recording, an address is assigned to

each image on the tape.

≥The Time Code is automatically recorded as a

part of the sub-code at each recording.

≥When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette

is inserted, the Time Code automatically starts

from zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted,

the Time Code picks up from the point where

the last scene was recorded. (In this case, when

the Cassette is inserted, the zero display

[0h00m00s00f] may appear, but the Time Code

starts from the previous value.)

≥The Time Code cannot be reset to zero.

≥Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded

from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing

may not be possible. To ensure that the Time

Code will be recorded with no breaks, we

recommend the use of the Blank Search

Function (

-71-

) before recording a new scene.

ªMemory Stop Function

The Memory Stop Function is useful for the

following operations.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a

desired position

Set [DISPLAY] >> [Y] >>

[MEMORY].

Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape

position from which you want to play it

back later. (

-58-

-66-

)

Start playback or recording.

After playback or recording has finished:

Set the Movie Camera to Tape Playback

Mode.

Rewind the tape.

≥The tape automatically stops approximately

at the position where the counter was set to

zero.

Stopping editing automatically during audio

dubbing

Set [DISPLAY] >> [Y] >>

[MEMORY].

Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the

position where you want to stop editing.

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Specifications

Digital Video Camera

Information for your safety

Power Source:

DC 7.9/7.2V

Power Consumption:

Recording

2.6W (When using Viewfinder)

3.3W (When using LCD Monitor)

Recording Format:

Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format)

Tape Used:

6.35mm digital video tape

Recording/Playback Time:

SP: 80min.; LP: 120min. (with DVM80)

Video

Recording System:

Digital Component

Television System:

CCIR: 625lines, 50fields PAL colour signal

Audio

Recording System:

PCM Digital Recording

16bit (48 kHz/2ch), 12bit (32 kHz/4ch)

Image Sensor:

1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor

Lens:

Auto Iris, F1.8, Focal Length; 2.1–50.4mm, Macro

(Full Range AF)

Filter Diameter:

27mm

Zoom:

24:1 Power Zoom

Monitor:

2.5-inch LCD

Viewfinder:

Electronic Viewfinder

Microphone:

Stereo (with a zoom function)

Speaker:

1round speaker

‰

20mm

Standard Illumination:

1,400lx

Minimum Required Illumination:

2lx (Colour Night View Mode)

Video Output Level:

1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

S-Video Output Level:

Y Output: 1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

C Output: 0.3Vp-p, 75ohm

Audio Output Level (Line):

316 mV, 600 ohm

Video Input Level:

1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

S-Video Input Level:

Y Input: 1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

C Input: 0.3Vp-p, 75ohm

Audio Input Level (Line):

316mV, 10kohm or more

Mic Input:

Mic sensitivity –50dB (0dB=1V/Pa, 1kHz) (Stereo

mini jack)

USB:

Card reader/writer function (NV-GS15 only), USB

2.0 compliant (max. 12Mbps)

No copyright protection support

Digital Interface:

DV Input/Output Terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)

Dimensions:

Approx. 69 (W)

87 (H)

112 (D)mm

Weight:

Approx. 410g (without Battery and DV cassette)

Approx. 490g (with CGR-D08R and DVM60)

Operating Temperature:

C–40

Operating Humidity:

10%–80%

Card Memory Functions

Recording Media (NV-GS15 only):

MultiMediaCard (4 MB/8 MB/16 MB),

SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128

MB/256 MB/512 MB)

Still Picture Recording File Format (NV-GS15 only):

JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based

on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding

Still Image Size (NV-GS15 only):

640k480 pixels (VGA)

Web Camera

Compression:

Motion JPEG

Image Size:

320

240 pixels (QVGA)

AC Adaptor (VSK0581)

Information for your safety

Power Source:

AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption:

20W

DC Output:

DC 7.9V, 9 W (Movie Camera Operation)

DC 8.4V, 1.2 A (Battery Charging)

Dimensions:

70 (W)

45 (H)

116 (D)mm

Weight:

Approx. 165g

Weight and dimensions are approximate values.

Specifications may change without prior notice.

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Specifications

Maximum number of still pictures recordable on

an SD Memory Card (optional)

PICTURE

QUALITY

8MB

16MB

32MB

64MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

FINE

100

220

440

880

1760

3520

NORMAL

200

440

880

1760

3520

7040

ECONOMY

190

400

880

1760

3520

7040

14080

≥These figures vary depending on the subject

being photographed.

≥The numbers shown in the table are

approximations.

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Others

ªZoom Microphone Function

≥The Zoom Microphone Function may not work

effectively if the surrounding noise is too loud.

≥It does not work with an external microphone.

≥The Image Stabilizer Function does not work. In

this case, the [[] Indication flashes.

≥The Soft Skin Function and the Backlight

Compensation Function cannot be changed.

ªDigital Zoom Functions

≥As the magnification of digital zoom increases,

the quality of image may deteriorate.

≥White balance cannot be set in the digital zoom

range.

ªWind Noise Reduction Function

≥It does not work with the microphone on an

external microphone.

≥When it is set to [ON], directivity of microphone

is regulated depending on the strength of wind

to reduce wind noise.

ªImage Stabilizer Function

≥The Image Stabilizer Function does not operate

in a dimly lit place. In this case, the [[]

Indication flashes.

≥Under fluorescent lighting, image brightness

may change or colours may not look natural.

≥After-images may appear.

≥When a tripod is used, it is recommended that

you turn the Image Stabilizer off.

≥Within the digital zoom range, or when

recording with a conversion lens attached, the

Image Stabilizer Function may not work

effectively.

≥When you record pictures with setting 10k or

more of magnification and turning the Image

Stablizer Function to [ON] in dim places,

after-images may stand out. In this case, we

recommend using a tripod with turning the

Image Stablizer Function to [OFF].

ªCinema Function

≥Using the Cinema Mode does not widen the

recording angle.

≥If you play back tape recorded in Cinema Mode

on a wide-screen (16:9) format TV, playback

size is automatically adjusted to fit the TV

screen format. Please refer to the TV’s

operating instructions for details.

≥When images are displayed on a TV screen, the

Date/Time Indication may be erased in some

cases.

≥Depending on the TV, the picture quality may

be deteriorated.

≥The Cinema Mode is cancelled when a Title is

displayed.

≥The Cinema Mode and the Title Creation cannot

be used simultaneously.

≥Using the Cinema Mode deactivates [MULTI]

and [P-IN-P] of [EFFECT1].

≥Depending on the software in use, the imported

Cinema picture may not be displayed correctly.

ªBacklight Compensation Function

≥When setting the Iris manually, the Backlight

Compensation Function does not work.

≥By operating the [OFF/ON] Switch, the

Backlight Compensation Function is cancelled.

ªProgramme AE

≥If any of the Programme AE Modes are

selected, you cannot adjust the shutter speed

(

-78-

) or iris (

-78-

≥Using the Night View Function cancels any of

the Programme AE modes.

≥Using the Light Function cancels any of the

Program AE modes.

Sports Mode

≥During normal playback, the image

movement may not look smooth.

≥Because the colour and brightness of the

playback image may change, avoid

recording under fluorescent light, mercury

light or sodium light.

≥If you record a subject illuminated with

strong light or a highly reflective subject,

vertical lines of light may appear.

≥If the light is insufficient, the [5]

Indication flashes.

Sports Mode/Portrait Mode

≥If you record a still picture in Progressive

Photoshot Mode, the brightness and hue of

the recorded still picture may become

unstable.

ªNight View Functions

≥In a bright place, such as outdoors, the

recorded picture may become whitish.

≥In a dark place, the recorded picture is

presented in a time-lapse-like manner.

≥Adjust the Focus manually.

≥The Progressive Photoshot Function is

automatically turned off.

≥The Continuous Photoshot Function cannot be

used.

≥White Balance cannot be set.

≥The shutter speed cannot be adjusted.

≥The Image Stabilizer, Programme AE, Multi

Title Screen, or Digital Effect Modes in

[EFFECT1] cannot be set.

≥When recording with the Night View Function, it

is recommended that you use the tripod.

≥The Night View Function makes the signal

charging time of CCD up to 25 times longer than

usual, so that the dark scenes that are invisible

to the naked eyes can be recorded brightly. For

this reason, a bright dots may be seen, but this

is not a malfunction.

-100-

Others

≥If this mode is used for indoor recording,

playback images may flicker.

Low Light Mode

≥Extremely dark scenes may not be able to

be made brighter to a satisfactory degree.

Spotlight Mode

≥With this mode, recorded images may

become extremely dark.

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,

its recorded image may becomes whitish.

Surf & Snow Mode

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,

its recorded image may turn out to be

whitish.

ªDigital Effect Functions

≥If you have set [EFFECT2] to [B/W] or [SEPIA],

changing the selected White Balance Mode is

not possible. (

-77-

)

≥Setting the Cinema Mode cancels the

Picture-in-Picture Mode and the Multi-Picture

Mode.

≥During the Digital Still Picture Mode, the Digital

Effect Functions cannot be set.

In the following cases, using the [EFFECT1]

on the [DIGITAL] Sub-Menu is not possible.

≥When the Night View Mode is set (

-75-

)

≥When the Built-in LED Video Light lights and the

Gain Up mode is set to on.

In the following cases, using the Digital Effect

Function is not possible.

≥Title In

Wipe Mode and Mix Mode

If the following operation is carried out, stored

images will be erased, and Wipe and Mix

Functions cannot be used.

≥Set other item of Digital Effect

≥Operate the [OFF/ON] switch or Mode Dial

≥Insert or eject a cassette

Picture-in-Picture Mode

≥If Mode Dial is operated, the smaller picture

disappears.

≥Titles cannot be inserted into the smaller

picture.

Multi-Picture Mode

≥If the [MULTI] Button is pressed while

self-recording Mirror Mode (

-70-

) is used, the still

picture is displayed from the upper right corner

of the screen, but, in reality, the picture is

recorded from the upper left corner as usual.

≥The quality of Multi images deteriorates slightly.

≥The top and bottom of the Multi pictures will be

cut off slightly.

ªWhite Balance

In the following cases, you cannot change

White Balance:

≥When you set [EFFECT2] to [SEPIA] or to

[B/W].

≥When you set the Zoom to higher than 24k

≥During Digital Still Picture Mode

≥When you display a Menu

≥When you use the Night View Mode

In the following cases, the [1] Indication

flashes:

≥The flashing indicates that the previously

adjusted White Balance setting is still kept. This

setting will be kept until White Balance is

adjusted again.

≥You may not be able to achieve correct White

Balance Adjustment manually under weak

illumination.

ªManual Shutter Speed Adjustment

≥You may see vertical lines of light in the

playback image of a brightly shining subject or

highly reflective subject.

≥During normal playback, movement in the

images may not look smooth.

≥Because the colour and brightness of the

playback image may become unstable, avoid

recording under fluorescent light, mercury light

or sodium light.

≥If you are using Night View Mode (

-75-

) or

Programme AE Mode (

-76-

), you cannot adjust

the shutter speed.

ªPlaying Back

Repeat Playback

If you continue to press the [1] Button for

5seconds or longer, the Movie Camera switches

to Repeat Playback Mode, and the [R!]

Indication appears. (To cancel Repeat Playback

Mode, set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF].)

Listening to Playback Sound through

Headphones

If you want to use the headphones to listen to the

playback sound, set [AVJACK] on the

[AVIN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to

[OUT/PHONES] and connect the headphones to

the [PHONES] Socket (

-58-

) on the Movie

Camera. In this case, no sound (including

warning and shutter sounds) will be reproduced

through the built-in speaker of the Movie Camera.

ªManual Iris Adjustment

≥Depending on zoom magnification, there are iris

values that will not be displayed.

≥If you are using Night View Mode (

-75-

) or

Programme AE Mode (

-76-

), you cannot adjust

the iris.

≥If you attempt to adjust the Shutter Speed after

setting the Iris, the value set for the Iris will be

cancelled.

-101-

Others

Choosing Sound during Playback

You can select the sound by using the

[AUDIOOUT] setting on the [PLAYBACK]

Sub-Menu.

STEREO:Stereo Sound (main sound and

sub sound)

L:Left channel sound (main sound)

R:Right channel sound (sub sound)

≥If you dub a tape recorded at the [12bit]

selected as the [AUDIOREC] on the

[RECORDING] Sub-Menu, playback sound

becomes stereo sound regardless of the

[AUDIOOUT] setting if [12bitAUDIO] is set to

[MIX].

≥In the following cases, black bars may appear,

depending on the playback device.

≥When playing back a mega-pixel still-picture

with this Movie Camera and recording it

onto a tape

≥Changing the picture size to 640k480

pixels with DV STUDIO

ªSlide Show (NV-GS15 only)

≥It may take playback time longer than usual

time depending on the picture.

ªCreating a Title (NV-GS15 only)

≥Even if the contrast of the Title is adjusted, the

portions where there is little difference between

light and dark and where the boundary between

light and dark is unclear may not appear.

≥The Title may not appear well if something

small is used for it.

≥If titles are created, the number of images that

can be recorded on a Card decreases.

≥If the number of images that can be recorded on

a Card is small, you may not be able to create a

title.

ªIndex Search Functions

≥Index Search may not be possible at the

beginning of the tape.

≥Scene Index Search may not function properly if

the interval between 2scene index signals is

less than 1minute.

ªPlayback Zoom Function

≥You cannot adjust the sound volume with the

Remote Controller in Playback Zoom Mode.

≥If you turn off the Movie Camera power or if you

operate the Mode Dial, Playback Zoom Mode is

automatically cancelled.

≥Even if Playback Zoom Functions are being

used, images that are output from the DV

Terminal (

-57-

) are not enlarged.

≥As you enlarge an image, the quality of the

image deteriorates.

≥During a Playback Zoom, the Variable Speed

Search Function cannot be changed with the

Remote Controller.

ªAdding a Title (NV-GS15 only)

≥The Title In Function and Digital Effects cannot

be used simultaneously.

≥The Title In Function and Continuous Photoshot

cannot be used simultaneously.

≥When a title is displayed in Tape Playback

Mode, the title is not output from the DV

Terminal.

≥The Multi-Picture Mode cannot be used once

the title is inserted.

≥A full-coloured title made on other equipment

cannot be played back or added to the picture

with this Movie Camera.

≥A title with size other than 640k480 pixels

cannot be displayed.

≥When the title is displayed on the Multi screen,

the recording and the playback cannot be

performed.

≥During external input or DV input, you cannot

use Title In Function or display titles on the Multi

screen. Select the desired titles to display them

on the screen before connecting the cable to

the Movie Camera.

ªPlayback Digital Effect Functions

≥Signals of images to which digital effects are

added during playback cannot be output from

the DV Terminal (

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≥You cannot use the Wipe or Mix Function while

playing back the non-recorded portion of tape.

ªPlaying Back a Card (NV-GS15 only)

≥If a blank (nothing recorded) Card is played, the

screen becomes white.

≥If you attempt to play back a file recorded in a

different format or a file data is defective, the

whole display becomes bluish and the

[UNPLAYABLECARD] Indication may appear

as warning.

≥When playing back a picture recorded on other

equipment, its size and that of this Movie

Camera may appear differently.

≥When playing back a picture recorded on other

equipment, the picture may not be played back

or the quality of pictures may be deteriorated.

≥When playing back a nonstandardized file, the

Folder File Number may not be displayed.

ªDPOF (NV-GS15 only)

≥Perform the DPOF Settings with your own

Movie Camera in use.

≥Verifying the DPOF Settings may take a little

time. Wait until the Card Access Lamp goes out.

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Others

ªLock Setting (NV-GS15 only)

≥The Lock Setting carried out by this Movie

Camera is only effective for this Movie Camera.

≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection

switch on it. If the switch is moved to the [LOCK]

side, you cannot write to or format the Card. If it

is moved back, you can.

ªPlaying Back on Your TV

≥Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown

even if you correctly connect the movie camera

with your TV. In this case, set [AVJACK] on the

[AVIN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to [OUT].

≥If you set [AVJACK] on the [AVIN/OUT]

Sub-Menu to [IN/OUT], nothing will be shown

on the TV screen except during playback.

≥Picture size may be displayed differently when

playing back a Cinema picture on a wide-screen

TV with Playback Digital Effect.

Analog-Digital Conversion

≥When the Movie Camera is connected with

other digital video equipment through its DV

Terminal, images recorded in analog form from

other external equipment can be output to the

digital video equipment through the DV

Terminal.

≥To DV-output analog video signals sent from

other equipment, set [DVOUT] on the

[AVIN/OUT] Sub-Menu to [ON]. (Normally,

keep the [DVOUT] set to [OFF]. If it is set to

[ON], the quality of the image may be

disturbed.)

ªUsing the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing)

≥Regardless of the setting, digital dubbing is

carried out automatically in the same audio

recording mode as that of the playback

Cassette.

≥The images on the recorded monitor may be

disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded

images.

≥Even if Playback Digital Effects, Playback

Zoom, or Playback Title In have been used,

these effects are not output from the DV

Terminal.

≥Even if you use device equipped with DV

Terminals (such as IEEE1394), you may not be

able to perform Digital Dubbing in some cases.

≥Date or other information to be displayed cannot

be displayed if the software of the connected

equipment does not support the display

function.

ªRecording Pictures from a Card onto a

Tape (NV-GS15 only)

≥When recording the Card Image on a Tape, its

size is transformed into 720k576 according to

the DV format.

≥If you attempt to record a still picture with a

large image size on a Tape, there may be a

reduction in the quality of the image.

ªAudio Dubbing

≥The blank section of a tape cannot be dubbed.

≥Sounds sent through the DV Terminal cannot

be dubbed.

≥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.

≥If you set the tape counter back to 0 at the

position where you want to stop Audio Dubbing

so as to make it possible to use the Memory

Stop Function (

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), Audio Dubbing is

terminated automatically when the tape reaches

this position.

≥In the case of importing data recorded with

Audio Dubbing to a PC using the PC’s software,

only the original sound (ST1) may be imported,

depending on the software.

Cautions for Use

ªAfter Use

Take out the Cassette. (

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)

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF].

Take out the Card (NV-GS15 only). (

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)

Detach the power supply and retract the

Viewfinder or the LCD Monitor. (

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)

To protect the Lens, attach the supplied

Lens Cap.

ªCautions for Use

When you use your Movie Camera in a rainy

or snowy day or on a beach, make sure that

no water enters the Movie Camera.

≥Water may cause the Movie Camera or

Cassette to malfunction. (Irreparable failure

may occur.)

≥If sea water splashes onto the Movie Camera,

wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and

use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then,

wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.

ªRecording the Contents of Other

Equipment

Recording to a Card (NV-GS15 only)

If you set the Mode Dial to Card Recording Mode,

you can use the Photoshot function for external

input signals.

≥Black streaks may appear at the 4edges of the

image.

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Others

Keep the Movie Camera away from

magnetized equipment (such as a microwave

oven, TV, video game equipment, etc.).

≥If you use the Movie Camera on or near a TV,

images or sounds may be disturbed due to

electromagnetic wave radiation.

≥Do not use near cell phone because doing so

may cause noise to adversely affect the picture

and sound.

≥Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or

images may be distorted, by strong magnetic

fields created by speakers or large motors.

≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by a

microprocessor may adversely affect the Movie

Camera, causing the disturbance of images and

sounds.

≥If the Movie Camera is affected by magnetically

charged equipment and does not function

properly, turn off the Movie Camera power and

detach the Battery or AC Adaptor and then

connect the Battery or AC Adaptor again.

Thereafter, turn on the Movie Camera power.

Do not use your Movie Camera near radio

transmitters or high-voltage cables.

≥If you record pictures near radio transmitters or

high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds

may be adversely affected.

Do not use this Movie Camera for surveillance

purposes or other business use.

≥If you use the Movie Camera for a long period of

time, the internal temperature increases and,

consequently, this may cause malfunction.

≥This Movie Camera is not intended for business

use.

When you use your Movie Camera on a beach

or similar place, do not let sand or fine dust

get into the Movie Camera.

≥Sand or dust may damage the Movie Camera or

Cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting

and removing the Cassette.)

Do not spray insecticides or volatile

chemicals onto the Movie Camera.

≥If the Movie Camera is sprayed with such

chemicals, the camera body may be deformed

and the surface finish may peel off.

≥Do not keep rubber or plastic products in

contact with the Movie Camera for a long period

of time.

Do not use benzine, thinner or alcohol for

cleaning the Movie Camera.

≥The camera body may be deformed and the

surface finish may peel off.

≥Before cleaning, detach the Battery or pull out

the AC Mains Lead from the AC mains socket.

≥Wipe the Movie Camera with a soft dry cloth. To

remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that is

soaked in a detergent diluted with water and

afterwards finish wiping with a dry cloth.

≥For storing or transporting the Movie Camera,

place it in a bag or case lined with soft pads so

as to prevent the coating on the camera body

from being worn.

After use, be sure to take the Cassette out and

detach the Battery from the Movie Camera or

pull out the AC Mains Lead from AC mains

socket.

≥If the Cassette is left in the Movie Camera, the

tape sags and deteriorates.

≥If the Battery is left on the Movie Camera for a

long time, the voltage drops excessively, and

the Battery will not function even after it is

recharged.

ªAbout AC Adaptor

≥If the temperature of the Battery is extremely

high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] Lamp

may continue flashing, and the Battery may not

be charged. After the temperature of the Battery

has decreased or increased sufficiently,

charging starts automatically. If the [CHARGE]

Lamp continues to flash even after the Battery

temperature has decreased or increased

sufficiently, the Battery or AC Adaptor may be

faulty. In this case, please contact a dealer.

≥If the Battery is warm, charging takes a longer

time than normal.

≥If you use the AC Adaptor near a radio, radio

reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC

Adaptor 1metre 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.)

≥Keep the electrodes of the AC Adaptor and

Battery always clean.

ªCondensation

If you turn the Movie Camera on when

condensation occurs on the head or the tape,

Condensation Indication [3DEW] (yellow or red)

blinks on the Viewfinder or the LCD monitor and

the messages [DEW DETECT] or [EJECT TAPE]

(only when the tape is inserted) appear. In this

case, follow the procedure below.

Blink in yellow:

Dews are slightly adhering on the head or the

tape.

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Others

Blink in red:

Dews are adhere on the head or the tape.

Remove the tape if it is inserted.

≥It takes about 20 seconds to open the

Cassette Holder. This is not a malfunction.

Leave the Movie Camera with the Cassette

Compartment Cover closed to cool or warm

it to the ambient temperature.

When [3DEW] blinks in yellow

≥You cannot use the Tape Recording/

Playback Mode. Leave the Movie Camera

for about 30 minutes.

≥However, you can use the Card Recording

Mode or Picture Playback Mode when the

cassette is not inserted.

When [3DEW] blinks in red

≥The Power Indicator Lamp blinks for about 1

minute and then the Movie Camera

automatically turns off. Leave it for about 2

to 3 hours.

Turn the Movie Camera on again, set it to

the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and

then check if the condensation indication

disappears.

Especially in cold districts, dews may be frozen.

In this case, it may take more time before the

condensation indication disappears.

Watch for Condensation even before the

Condensation Indication is displayed.

≥The condensation indication may not appear

depending on circumstances. When

condensation occurs on the lens or the Movie

Camera, it also may occur on the head and the

tape. Do not open the Cassette Compartment

Cover.

When the Lens is Fogged:

Set the [OFF/ON] Switch to [OFF] and leave the

Movie Camera in this condition for about 1hour.

When the lens temperature becomes close to the

ambient temperature, the fogging disappears

naturally.

Using Mini-DV Format Digital Video Head

Cleaner

Insert the Head Cleaner into the Movie

Camera in the same manner as a Video

Cassette.

Press the [1] Button, and approximately

20seconds later, press the [∫] Button. (Do

not rewind the tape.)

Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a Video

Cassette and start recording. Then, play the

tape back to check the recorded image.

If the image is not still clear, repeat

Steps1to 3. (Do not use the Head Cleaner

for 3times or more consecutively.)

Notes:

≥Do not rewind every time you use the Head

Cleaner. Rewind only when the tape reaches

the end, and then use it again from the

beginning in the same manner as before.

≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning,

the tape may be damaged. In this case,

immediately stop using that Cassette.

≥Do not clean the heads excessively. (Excessive

cleaning may cause excessive wear of the

heads. If the heads are worn, images cannot be

played back even after the heads are cleaned.)

≥If the dirty heads cannot be cleaned with the

Head Cleaner, the Movie Camera needs to be

cleaned at a service centre. Please consult a

dealer.

≥Video Head Cleaners can be purchased from

service centres.

≥Head cleaning due to dirty heads is not

considered a malfunction of the product. It is not

covered by the warranty.

Periodical Check-up

To maintain the highest image quality, we

recommend replacement of worn parts, such as

heads, etc., after approximately 1,000hours of

use. (This, however, depends on operating

conditions, such as temperature, humidity, dust,

etc.)

ªVideo Head Clogging and Care

If the heads (the parts that make contact with the

tape) are dirty, mosaic-pattern noise may appear

on the playback image, or the screen as a whole

becomes black. If the heads are extremely dirty,

recording performance deteriorates, and, in the

worst case, the Movie Camera cannot record at

all.

Causes of Dirty Heads

≥Large quantity of dust in the air

≥High-temperature and high-humidity

environment

≥Damaged tape

≥Long operating hours

ªOptimal Use of the Battery

Battery Characteristics

This Battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery.

Its ability to generate power is based upon the

chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This

reaction is susceptible to the surrounding

temperature and humidity, and, if the temperature

is too high or too low, the operating time of the

Battery becomes shorter. If the Battery is used in

an extremely cold environment, the Battery may

operate only for about 5minutes. If the Battery

becomes extremely hot, a protective function may

operate, and the Battery may become unusable

for a while.

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Others

Be Sure to Detach the Battery after Use

Be sure to detach the Battery from the Movie

Camera. (If it is left attached to the Movie

Camera, a minute amount of current is consumed

even when the Movie Camera power is off.) If the

Battery is left attached to the Movie Camera for a

long time, over-discharge takes place. The

Battery may become unusable after it is charged.

Disposing of an Unusable Battery

≥The Battery has a limited life.

≥Do not throw the Battery into fire because it may

cause an explosion.

Always Keep the Terminals of the Battery

Clean

Prevent the terminals from getting clogged with

dirt, dust, or other substances.

If you drop the Battery accidentally, check to see

if the Battery body and terminals are deformed.

Attaching a deformed Battery to the Movie

Camera or AC Adaptor may damage the Movie

Camera or AC Adaptor.

≥Store the Cassette in its case. Dust, direct

sunlight (ultraviolet rays), or humidity may

damage the tape. Dust contains hard mineral

particles, and dusty Cassettes damage the

heads of the Movie Camera and other

components. Develop a habit of returning the

Cassette back to its case.

≥Once every half year, wind the tape to the end

and then rewind it to the beginning. If the

Cassette is left for 1year or longer without

winding or rewinding, temperature and humidity

changes may cause the Cassette to deform due

to swelling, shrinking, and so forth. The wound

tape may stick to itself.

≥Do not place a Cassette near highly magnetic

substances or equipment.

≥The surface of tape is covered with extremely

minute magnetic particles, upon which signals

are recorded. Magnetic necklaces, toys, etc.,

have magnetic force that is stronger than you

may normally expect, and they may erase the

contents of a recording or may cause noise in

images and sounds.

Card (NV-GS15 only)

≥When the Card is being read, do not remove the

Card, turn off the power, or subject it to vibration

or impact.

≥Do not leave the Card in places where there is

high temperature or direct sunlight, or where

electromagnetic waves or static electricity are

easily generated.

≥Do not bend or drop the Card. The Card or the

recorded content may be damaged.

≥After use, be sure to remove the Card from the

Movie Camera.

≥After usage, store the supplied SD Memory

Card in the enclosed bag.

≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the

Card with your fingers. Do not allow dirt, dust or

water to enter it.

ªCautions for Storage

Before storing the Movie Camera, take the

Cassette out and detach the Battery.

Store all the components in a dry place with a

relatively stable temperature.

(Recommended Temperature: 15 to 25oC,

Recommended Humidity: 40 to 60%)

Movie Camera

≥Wrap it with a soft cloth to prevent dust from

getting into the Camera.

≥Do not leave the Movie Camera in places that

expose it to high temperature.

Battery

≥Extremely high temperatures or low

temperatures will shorten the life of the Battery.

≥If the Battery is kept in smoky or dusty places,

the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.

≥Do not allow the Battery terminals to come

in contact with metal objects (such as

necklaces, hairpins, etc.). This can result in

a short circuit or heat generation and, if you

touch the Battery in this condition, you may

be badly burned.

≥Store the Battery in a completely discharged

state. To store the Battery for a long period of

time, we recommend you charge it once every

year and store it again after you completely use

up the charged capacity.

Cassette

≥Before storing it, rewind the tape to the

beginning. If the Cassette is left for more than

6months with the tape stopped midway, the

tape sags (although it depends on the storage

condition). Be sure to rewind to the beginning.

ªLCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood

LCD Monitor

≥In a place with drastic temperature changes,

condensation may form on the LCD Monitor.

Wipe it with a soft dry cloth.

≥If your Movie Camera is extremely cold when

you turn its power on, the image on the LCD

Monitor is slightly darker than usual at first.

However, as the internal temperature increases,

it goes back to the normal brightness.

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Others

Extremely high precision technology is

employed to produce the LCD Monitor

screen featuring a total of approximately

105,000 pixels. The result is more than

99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of

the pixels inactive or always lit. However,

this is not a malfunction and does not affect

the recorded picture.

Viewfinder

≥Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun.

Internal components may be seriously

damaged.

≥When the Movie Camera is used with a large

capacity Battery (CGR-D16S, CGP-D28S;

optional) attached to it, it is not practical to look

in the Viewfinder from behind the Battery.

Extremely high precision technology

is employed to produce the

Viewfinder screen featuring a total of

approximately 67,000 pixels. The

result is more than 99.99% effective

pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels

inactive or always lit. However, this is

not a malfunction and does not affect

the recorded picture.

Lens Hood

≥Do not attach other conversion lenses in front of

the Lens Hood; there is no mount to be used for

the attachment.

≥When you wish to attach the Tele Conversion

Lens (VW-LT2714N2E; optional), Wide

Conversion Lens (VW-LW2707N2E; optional),

MC Protector (VW-LMC27E; optional), or ND

Filter (VW-LND27E; optional), first of all, turn

the Lens Hood counterclockwise. If the MC

Protector or ND Filter is used, the Lens Hood

can be mounted on the filter.

≥If you push the [W/T] Lever toward [W] during

recording with the filter and conversion lens

attached together to the Movie Camera,

4corners of the image may become dark

(vignetting). For details, please refer to the

operating instructions of your accessories.

≥Be sure to keep the Lens Hood attached to the

Movie Camera so as to shut out unnecessary

light.

Before Requesting Repair (Problems

and Solutions)

Power

1:The Movie Camera power cannot be turned

on.

•Is the power source connected correctly? (

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)

2:The Movie Camera power is turned off

automatically.

•When the Recording Pause Mode continues

for more than 6 minutes, the power is turned off

automatically for tape protection and power

conservation. (If the AC Adaptor is used, the

power is turned off only when the tape is

inserted in Tape Recording Mode.) When the

tape is inserted in Tape Recording Mode and if

the Recording Pause Mode continues for more

than 6 minutes, the power is turned off

automatically.

To resume recording from this condition, turn

off, then turn on the power again. (

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)

3:The Movie Camera power does not stay on

long enough.

•Is the Battery low? Charge the Battery or

attach a fully charged Battery. (

-60-

)

•Has condensation occurred? Wait until the

Condensation Indication disappears. (

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)

Battery

1:Battery runs down quickly.

•Is the Battery fully charged? Charge it with the

AC Adaptor. (

-60-

)

•Are you using the Battery in an extremely cold

place? In cold places, the operating time of the

Battery becomes shorter. (

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)

•Has the Battery worn out? If the operating time

is still too short even after the Battery is fully

charged, the Battery has worn out.

2:The Battery cannot be charged.

•If the DC Input Lead is connected to the AC

Adaptor, charging cannot be performed.

Disconnect the DC Input Lead.

Normal Recording

1:Recording does not start although power is

supplied to the Movie Camera and the

Cassette is correctly inserted.

•Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on

the Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),

recording cannot be performed. (

-63-

)

•Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new

Cassette. (

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)

•Is the Movie Camera power turned on? (

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)

•Has condensation occurred? Wait until the

Condensation Indication disappears. (

-104-

)

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Others

Other Recording

1:Auto Focus Function does not work.

•Is Manual Focus Mode selected? If Auto Focus

Mode is selected, focus is automatically

adjusted. (

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)

•There are some recording subjects and

recording surroundings for which the Auto

Focus Function does not operate correctly. In

this case, use the Manual Focus Mode to

adjust the focus. (

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)

Editing

1:Audio dubbing cannot be performed.

•Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on

the Cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]),

recording cannot be performed. (

-63-

)

•Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that

was recorded in LP Mode? LP Mode does not

allow audio dubbing to operate. (

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)

Indications

1:The Time Code becomes inaccurate.

0The Time Code Indication counter may not be

constant in the reverse direction in Slow Motion

Playback Mode, but this is not a malfunction.

2:The Remaining Tape Time Indication does

not match the actual remaining tape time.

•If scenes of less than 15seconds are

continuously recorded, the remaining tape time

cannot be displayed correctly.

•In some cases, the Remaining Tape Time

Indication may show remaining tape time that

is 2to 3minutes shorter than the actual

remaining tape time.

Playback (Pictures)

1:Pictures cannot be played back even when

the [1] Button is pressed.

0Is the Mode Dial set to Playback Mode? If not,

the playback function cannot be used. (

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)

2:Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images

during Cue, Review or Slow Motion

Playback.

•This phenomenon is characteristic of digital

video systems. It is not a malfunction.

3:Although the Movie Camera is correctly

connected to a TV, playback images cannot

be seen.

•Have you selected “Video Input” on the TV?

Please read the operating instructions of your

TV and select the channel that matches the

input sockets used for the connection.

•Depending on your TV, nothing may be shown

even if you correctly connect the movie camera

with your TV. In this case, set [AVJACK] on

the [AVIN/OUT] or [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to

[OUT].

4:Playback picture is not clear.

•Are the heads of the Movie Camera dirty? If the

heads are dirty, playback image cannot be

clear. (

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)

5:Playing back or recording do not function,

the screen has frozen or the indication has

disappeared.

•Turn the Movie Camera off. If the Movie

Camera is not turned off after operating the

[OFF/ON] switch, press the [RESET] Button

(

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) first. And detach the Battery or AC

Adaptor and then reattach it.

Playback (Sound)

1:Sound is not played back from the built-in

speaker of the Movie Camera or the

headphones.

0Is the volume too low? During playback, push

the [W/T] Lever to display the [VOLUME]

Indication and adjust the volume. (

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)

2:Different sounds are reproduced at the

same time.

•[12bitAUDIO] on the [PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu

of the [TAPEPLAYBACKMENU] has been set

to [MIX]. As a result, the original sound and

sound that was recorded by audio dubbing are

played back together. It is possible to

reproduce the sounds separately. (

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)

3:The original sound was erased when audio

dubbing was performed.

•If you perform audio dubbing on a recording

made in [16bit] Mode, the original sound will be

erased. If you wish to preserve the original

sound, be sure to select [12bit] Mode at the

time of recording.

4:Sounds cannot be played back.

•Although a Cassette with no audio dubbing is

being played, is [12bitAUDIO] on the

[PLAYBACK] Sub-Menu of the

[TAPEPLAYBACKMENU] set to [ST2]? To

play back a Cassette with no audio dubbing,

[12bitAUDIO] must be set to [ST1]. (

-92-

)

•Is the Variable Speed Search Function

working? Press the [1] Button to cancel the

Variable Speed Search Function. (

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)

Card (NV-GS15 only)

1:Recorded pictures are not clear.

0Is [PICTQUALITY] on the [CARD] Sub-Menu

set to [NORMAL] or [ECONOMY]? If recording

is done with it set to [NORMAL] or

[ECONOMY], images with fine details may

include a mosaic-like pattern. Set

[PICTQUALITY] to [FINE]. (

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)

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Others

2:Photoshot Playback images do not look

normal.

•The picture may be damaged. In order to

prevent the loss of image data, backing up on a

Cassette or a personal computer is

recommended. (

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)

3:During Playback, [UNPLAYABLECARD] is

displayed.

•The image was either recorded in a different

format, or data is damaged.

4:Even if a Card is formatted, it cannot be

used.

•Either the Movie Camera or the Card may be

damaged. Please consult a dealer.

Others

1:The Free Style Remote Controller does not

operate correctly.

•If it is not plugged in tightly, it will not operate

correctly.

2:The Movie Camera clatters when shaking it.

•It is a sound of the lens moving, not a

malfunction.

3:When the USB Cable is disconnected, an

error message will appear on PC.

•To disconnect the USB cable safely,

double-click the [] icon in the task tray and

follow the instructions on the screen. (

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)

Explanation of Terms

ªDigital Video System

In a digital video system, images and sounds are

converted into digital signals and recorded on a

tape. This complete digital recording is capable of

recording and playback with minimal image and

sound deterioration.

In addition, it automatically records data, such as

Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals.

Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS Cassettes

Because this Movie Camera employs a digital

system for recording image and sound data, it is

not compatible with conventional S-VHS or VHS

video equipment that employs an analog

recording system.

The size and shape of the Cassettes are also

different.

Compatibility with Output Signals

Because AV signal output from the AV signal

output socket is analog (the same as

conventional video systems), this Movie Camera

can be connected with S-VHS or VHS video or a

TV for playback.

ªFocus

Auto Focus Adjustment

The Auto Focus System automatically moves

forward and backward the focusing lens inside

the Movie Camera to bring the subject into focus

so that the subject can be seen clearly.

However, the Auto Focus System does not

function properly for the following subjects or

under the following recording conditions.

Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.

1)Recording a subject whose one end is

located closer to the Movie Camera and

the other end farther away from it

≥Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at

the centre of an image, it may be impossible

to focus on a subject that is located in both

foreground and background.

2)Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty

glass

≥Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the

subject behind the glass will not be focused.

3)Recording a subject in dark surroundings

≥Because the light information that comes

through the lens decreases considerably,

the Movie Camera cannot focus correctly.

4)Recording a subject that is surrounded by

objects with glossy surfaces or by highly

reflective objects

≥Because the Movie Camera focuses on the

objects with glossy surfaces or on highly

reflective objects, the recording subject may

become blurry.

Using the RESET button

Open the LCD Monitor. (

-64-

)

Undo Grip Belt end 1 and pull Lens Cap

Cord 2 downward to loosen Grip Belt.

the [RESET] Button 4.

Use projection 3 on the Lens Cap to press

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Others

5)Recording a fast-moving subject

≥Because the focus lens-inside moves

mechanically, it cannot keep up with the

fast-moving subject.

6)Recording a subject with little contrast

≥Because the Movie Camera achieves focus

based upon the vertical lines of an image, a

subject with little contrast, such as a white

wall, may become blurry.

Play back the still picture where you want to

start audio dubbing.

Start audio dubbing. (

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)

≥Audio dubbing automatically stops at the

position where the counter was set to zero.

ªTime Code

Time Code signals are data that indicate time

measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and

frames (25frames per second). If this data is

included in a recording, an address is assigned to

each image on the tape.

≥The Time Code is automatically recorded as a

part of the sub-code at each recording.

≥When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette

is inserted, the Time Code automatically starts

from zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted,

the Time Code picks up from the point where

the last scene was recorded. (In this case, when

the Cassette is inserted, the zero display

[0h00m00s00f] may appear, but the Time Code

starts from the previous value.)

≥The Time Code cannot be reset to zero.

≥Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded

from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing

may not be possible. To ensure that the Time

Code will be recorded with no breaks, we

recommend the use of the Blank Search

Function (

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) before recording a new scene.

ªMemory Stop Function

The Memory Stop Function is useful for the

following operations.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding a tape to a

desired position

Set [DISPLAY] >> [Y] >>

[MEMORY].

Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the tape

position from which you want to play it

back later. (

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)

Start playback or recording.

After playback or recording has finished:

Set the Movie Camera to Tape Playback

Mode.

Rewind the tape.

≥The tape automatically stops approximately

at the position where the counter was set to

zero.

Stopping editing automatically during audio

dubbing

Set [DISPLAY] >> [Y] >>

[MEMORY].

Reset the Tape Counter to zero at the

position where you want to stop editing.

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Specifications

Digital Video Camera

Information for your safety

Power Source:

DC 7.9/7.2V

Power Consumption:

Recording

2.6W (When using Viewfinder)

3.3W (When using LCD Monitor)

Recording Format:

Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD Format)

Tape Used:

6.35mm digital video tape

Recording/Playback Time:

SP: 80min.; LP: 120min. (with DVM80)

Video

Recording System:

Digital Component

Television System:

CCIR: 625lines, 50fields PAL colour signal

Audio

Recording System:

PCM Digital Recording

16bit (48 kHz/2ch), 12bit (32 kHz/4ch)

Image Sensor:

1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor

Lens:

Auto Iris, F1.8, Focal Length; 2.1–50.4mm, Macro

(Full Range AF)

Filter Diameter:

27mm

Zoom:

24:1 Power Zoom

Monitor:

2.5-inch LCD

Viewfinder:

Electronic Viewfinder

Microphone:

Stereo (with a zoom function)

Speaker:

1round speaker

‰

20mm

Standard Illumination:

1,400lx

Minimum Required Illumination:

2lx (Colour Night View Mode)

Video Output Level:

1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

S-Video Output Level:

Y Output: 1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

C Output: 0.3Vp-p, 75ohm

Audio Output Level (Line):

316 mV, 600 ohm

Video Input Level:

1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

S-Video Input Level:

Y Input: 1.0Vp-p, 75ohm

C Input: 0.3Vp-p, 75ohm

Audio Input Level (Line):

316mV, 10kohm or more

Mic Input:

Mic sensitivity –50dB (0dB=1V/Pa, 1kHz) (Stereo

mini jack)

USB:

Card reader/writer function (NV-GS15 only), USB

2.0 compliant (max. 12Mbps)

No copyright protection support

Digital Interface:

DV Input/Output Terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)

Dimensions:

Approx. 69 (W)

87 (H)

112 (D)mm

Weight:

Approx. 410g (without Battery and DV cassette)

Approx. 490g (with CGR-D08R and DVM60)

Operating Temperature:

C–40

Operating Humidity:

10%–80%

Card Memory Functions

Recording Media (NV-GS15 only):

MultiMediaCard (4 MB/8 MB/16 MB),

SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128

MB/256 MB/512 MB)

Still Picture Recording File Format (NV-GS15 only):

JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based

on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding

Still Image Size (NV-GS15 only):

640k480 pixels (VGA)

Web Camera

Compression:

Motion JPEG

Image Size:

320

240 pixels (QVGA)

AC Adaptor (VSK0581)

Information for your safety

Power Source:

AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption:

20W

DC Output:

DC 7.9V, 9 W (Movie Camera Operation)

DC 8.4V, 1.2 A (Battery Charging)

Dimensions:

70 (W)

45 (H)

116 (D)mm

Weight:

Approx. 165g

Weight and dimensions are approximate values.

Specifications may change without prior notice.

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Specifications

Maximum number of still pictures recordable on

an SD Memory Card (optional)

PICTURE

QUALITY

8MB

16MB

32MB

64MB

128MB

256MB

512MB

FINE

100

220

440

880

1760

3520

NORMAL

200

440

880

1760

3520

7040

ECONOMY

190

400

880

1760

3520

7040

14080

≥These figures vary depending on the subject

being photographed.

≥The numbers shown in the table are

approximations.

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Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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