Panasonic HDC-SD1PP User Manual

Operating Instructions

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HDC-SD1PP

For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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Things You Should Know

Thank you for choosing Panasonic!

You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. The serial number is on the tag located on the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this manual as your convenient camera information source.

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No.

Safety Precautions

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND

THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. ≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions

and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this

equipment. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: HDC-SD1 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Batteries

1) Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

≥Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. ≥Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. ≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. ≥Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects. ≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

2) Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥Insert with poles aligned. ≥Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects. ≥Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire. ≥Keep out of reach of children

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble. Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate.

Button-type battery 60 oC (140 oF) Battery pack 60 oC (140 oF)

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. But

≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120V AC power supply only. ≥When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the

AC outlet configuration.

≥When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the

voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.

≥Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or AC

cord set.

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or the table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Precautions

USE & LOCATION

WARNING

≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera

and power supply should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the power supply or operate your camera if it gets wet. Your camera has been designed for outdoor use, however it is not designed to sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Unplug your camera from the power supply before cleaning.

≥AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS

CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

CAUTION

≥DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN

OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

≥DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMERA WITH THE

EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF

≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO

EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such

as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a heater, etc... This action could permanently damage the internal parts of your camera.

≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly

moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the SD card and inside the unit.

≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE

POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT IN USE.

≥STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store and

handle your camera in a manner that will not subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid shaking and striking). Your camera contains a sensitive pick-up device which could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

CARE

≥TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not use

strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your camera body.

≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the

surface of the lens with your hand. Use a commercial camera lens solution and lens paper when cleaning the lens. Improper cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR

CAMERA ... Before handling your camera,

make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products, such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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ª Indemnity concerning recording

content

The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable media.

IMPORTANT ª Carefully observe copyright laws

Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials cannot be used without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights.

ª Cards that you can use with this

unit

SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card

For the purposes of these operating instructions, the following cards are referred to as “the SD card”. SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card

≥SDHC Logo is a trademark. ≥miniSD Logo is a trademark. ≥“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Logo are the

trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and the Sony Corporation.

≥Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

≥HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the High-Definition

Multimedia Interface are the registered trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

≥HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita

Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

≥LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica

microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

≥Microsoft

registered trademarks or trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries.

≥Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with

permission from Microsoft Corporation.

, Windows® and DirectX® are either

≥IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of

International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S.

, Pentium® and Celeron® are the

≥Intel

registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.

≥Other names of systems and products

mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and noncommercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com

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Contents

Quick Guide..........................................10

Recording

Before using

Features of the High Definition Video

Camera...............................................13

Accessories..........................................18

Parts identification and handling .......19

Using the LCD monitor........................24

Using the remote control.....................24

Cards that you can use

with this unit......................................26

Setup

Charging the battery............................28

Inserting/removing the battery ...........29

Charging time and recordable time.... 30

Connecting to the AC outlet................31

Selecting a mode

(Turning the unit on/off)...................32

Quick start ............................................33

Inserting/removing an SD card........... 34

How to use the cursor button .............35

Using the menu screen........................39

Setting date and time...........................41

Switching the language.......................42

Adjusting LCD monitor........................42

Before recording ..................................43

Auto Ground-Directional Standby

(AGS) ................................................... 44

Recording motion pictures .................45

Recording modes/recordable time

available for the motion picture ......47

Recording still pictures (JPEG) ..........48

Picture Quality/Approximate

Number of Recordable Pictures

on an SD Card...................................51

Various recording functions ............... 52

Zoom in/out function ................................ 52

Recording yourself................................... 53

Backlight compensation function ............. 54

Fade in/fade out function ......................... 54

MagicPix function..................................... 55

Soft skin mode......................................... 56

Tele macro function ................................. 56

Self-timer recording.................................. 57

Built-in flash ............................................. 57

Image stabilizer function .......................... 59

Guide line function ................................... 59

Wind noise reduction function.................. 60

Microphone level...................................... 60

Zebra display ........................................... 62

Color bar .................................................. 62

Manual recording functions................ 63

Scene mode............................................. 63

Manual focus adjustment ......................... 64

White balance.......................................... 65

Manual shutter speed/aperture

adjustment............................................ 66

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Playback

Motion picture playback...................... 68

Playing back motion pictures by date ...... 71

Repeat playback ...................................... 71

Resuming the previous playback ............. 72

Still picture (JPEG) playback.............. 72

Contents

Editing

Editing scenes......................................74

Deleting scenes........................................74

Protecting scenes.....................................75

Editing still pictures.............................76

Deleting still pictures ................................ 76

Protecting still pictures .............................77

DPOF setting............................................78

Card management

Formatting ............................................79

Formatting an SD card .............................79

With other products

With a TV...............................................80

Playback using EZ Sync™

(HDAVI Control™).............................87

Dubbing images onto a connected

DVD recorder or video device .........89

With a printer (PictBridge)...................90

With a computer

Before using with a computer.............92

What you can do with a computer ............92

Contents on provided CD-ROM ...............93

End User License Agreement ..................94

Operating environment.............................95

Installation ............................................97

Installing HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1 .......97

Reading the operating instructions

of the software applications ..................98

Software application uninstallation ...........98

Connection and recognition ...............99

Connection and recognition procedures...99

About the computer display.................... 100

To disconnect USB cable safely.............101

Verifying the unit is correctly

recognized by the computer ...............101

Using HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1......102

If using Macintosh..............................104

Others

Menus and Indications ......................105

Menu list................................................. 105

Menus related to [ADVANCED] and

[SETUP] ............................................. 107

Indications.............................................. 108

Messages............................................... 110

Functions that cannot be used

simultaneously.................................... 113

Troubleshooting.................................114

Cautions for use.................................120

Explanation of terms..........................123

Specifications.....................................125

Optional accessories.........................128

Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers) ..................... 129

Request for Service Notice

(USA Only).......................................130

Limited Warranty

(For USA Customers) ..................... 131

Customer Services Directory............132

Warranty

(For Canadian Customers).............133

Index....................................................134

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía

española para el uso rápido ..........136

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Quick Guide

ª Charging the battery

1) Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.

2) Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

≥The output plug of the AC cable is not

completely connected to the AC adaptor jack. As shown in A, there is a gap.

ª Inserting the battery

1) Open the battery cover.

≥Push A while sliding it.

ª Removing the battery

1) Open the battery cover.

2) Remove the battery.

≥Move A in the direction of the arrow to

unlock it and then remove the battery.

3) Close the battery cover.

ª How to turn on the power

While pressing the lock release button, set

the mode dial to , or .

≥Rotate the mode dial while at the same time

pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥Align with the status indicator B.

2) Insert the battery until it clicks paying attention to the direction of the battery.

B Push the center of the battery until it

locks.

3) Close the battery cover.

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ª How to turn off the power

Set the mode dial to OFF.

ª Inserting/removing an SD card

1) Set the mode dial to OFF.

2) Open the LCD monitor and then open the card slot cover.

3) Insert/remove the SD card into/from the card slot.

≥When inserting an SD card, face the label

side A upwards and press it straight in as far as it goes.

4) Securely close the card slot cover.

ª Recording motion pictures

1) Rotate the mode dial to select .

ª Recording still pictures (JPEG)

1) Rotate the mode dial to select .

2) Open the LCD monitor.

3) Press the PHOTO SHOT button halfway in order to adjust focusing. (For auto focusing only)

4) Press the PHOTO SHOT button fully to take the picture.

2) Open the LCD monitor.

3) Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.

4) Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.

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ª Motion picture playback

1) Rotate the mode dial to select .

ª Still picture (JPEG) playback

1) Rotate the mode dial to select .

2) Press the cursor button up and then left to select the (motion pict ure playback) tab.

A Motion picture playback tab

3) Select the scene to be played back.

B C

B Previous page C Next page D Scene number

4) Press the cursor button.

5) Move the cursor button to operate.

1/;: Playback/Pause 6 (Move and hold): Review playback 5 (Move and hold): Cue playback ∫: Stops the playback

and shows the thumbnails.

2) Press the cursor button up and then right to select the (still picture playback) tab.

A Still picture playback tab

3) Select the file to be played back.

B C

B Previous page C Next page D File number display E Folder/file name

4) Press the cursor button.

5) Move the cursor button to operate.

1/;: Slide show (playback of the still

pictures on the SD card in numerical order) start/pause.

E: Plays back the previous picture. D: Plays back the next picture. ∫: Stops the playback and shows the

thumbnails.

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Before using

Features of the High Definition Video Camera

Very clear high definition pictures

This unit is an AVCHD format video camera for recording highly detailed high definition images on an SD card. You can watch images in high-resolution HD video if you connect this unit and a high definition TV and then play back the images. (l 80)

A B

A High definition images (1440k1080)

Number of available scan lines 1080

B Standard images (720k480)

Number of available scan lines 480

High definition images

≥High definition images have more than approximately 2 times the number of available scan lines and

more than 4 times the number of pixels compared with standard images.

≥The still pictures above are images for explanation purposes.

ª What is the AVCHD?

This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images. Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for compressing images and audio is recorded in Dolby Digital.

About the SDHC Memory Card supplied with this unit and the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures

About the SDHC Memory Card (Be careful about the following.)

≥It is not compatible with devices other than those that support SDHC. ≥If you use the SDHC Memory Card in another device, use a device that is SDHC compatible. (l 26)

About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures

≥They are not compatible with devices other than those that support the AVCHD. Refer to the

operating instructions of the device for details.

≥The recorded motion pictures cannot be played back in a device that is not compatible (does not

support the AVCHD).

≥There are some cases where the recorded motion pictures cannot be played back, even if the device

supports the AVCHD. In such cases, play the recorded motion picture with this unit instead.

Existing DVD recorders and DVD players that do not support the AVCHD

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Before using

Watching high definition images

If you connect this unit and a high definition TV with a HDMI cable (optional) and then play back the pictures, you can enjoy watching them in high definition.

A High definition TV B HDMI cable (optional)

≥If you connect this unit to a TV that does not support high definition, the images will be standard

quality.

ª When connecting to a TV that does not have a HDMI terminal

Connecting with the component cable and the AV cable

Connecting with the AV cable

≥The pictures cannot be played in high definition. They will be played back in standard quality.

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Before using

Using the remote control for the TV for playback

If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with EZ SyncTM (HDAVI ControlTM) with a HDMI cable, you can use the remote control for the TV for playback. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.

A TV compatible with EZ Sync B HDMI cable (optional)

ª Other linked operations

Turning the power on and off

If you turn off the power on the TV with the remote control for the TV, the power on this unit also turns off.

Automatic input switching

If you connect with a HDMI cable and then turn on the power on this unit, the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting). ≥Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this case,

use the remote control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to switch input, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)

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Before using

Listening in 5.1 channel surround sound

This unit has 5 internal microphones and a Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator so you can record sound with presence that is even closer to the actual sound. The low bass area is sent to the 0.1 channel subwoofer and you can playback sound with three-dimensional presence if you connect to a device that is compatible with the 5.1 surround system.

Internal microphones

The 5 mounted internal microphones give better directivity. ≥Far-away sounds can be recorded more

clearly with the zoom microphone function. (l 53)

A AV amplifier with HDMI terminal B HDMI cable (optional)

≥Refer to the operating instructions of the TV, AV amplifier, speakers etc. for details on how to connect. ≥If you record with an external microphone, the recording is in stereo 2 channel sound. ≥Optical digital cables cannot be used for the connection. Connect to an AV amplifier with an HDMI

terminal.

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Before using

Saving the data on the SD card

When the SD card is full or to prevent the data from being deleted, use the supplied software (HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1) to copy the data on the SD card to the hard disk of the computer.

A USB cable (supplied)

ª What you can do with HD Writer

[Copy to PC]

You can copy motion picture data and still picture data on an SD card to the hard disk of the computer.

[Write data to media]

You can copy motion picture data from the hard disk of the computer to an SD card or a DVD disc.

[Copy between media]

You can copy motion picture data from an SD card to a DVD disc or from a DVD disc to an SD card.

[Easy editing]

You can easily edit (split, merge, delete etc.) motion picture data that was copied to the hard disk of the computer. ≥For details on how to use the software application, read the PDF operating instructions.

Important note

Do not insert a disc created with the supplied HD Writer Ver1.0E for SD1 in a device that does not support the AVCHD format. It may no longer be possible to eject it. Also, the disc cannot be played back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format.

ª The SD Media Storage (USA only)

The SD Media Storage (VW-PT2: optional) is convenient if you are on the move. It is an extremely compact, lightweight and easy to carry HDD (hard disk). ≥If you insert an SD card with recorded motion pictures and still pictures in the SD

Media Storage, the data can easily be saved to the SD Media Storage by pressing the copy button only.

≥You can save all the data from approximately ten 4 GB cards (one 4 GB card is

supplied) to its 40 GB HDD capacity.

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Before using

Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

SDHC memory card (4 GB)

Battery pack

VW-VBG130

AC adaptor

VW-AD21PP

AC cable

K2CA2CA00029

DC cable

K2GJYYC00001

Remote control

N2QAEC000023

Button-type battery

CR2025

AV cable

K2KZ9CB00002

Component cable

K2KZ9DB00004

USB cable

K2KZ4CB00011

CD-ROM

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Parts identification and handling

Before using

1) Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)

2) Built-in flash (l 57)

3) Recording lamp (l 107)

4) White balance sensor/remote control sensor (l 25, 66)

5) Lens cover

11 1

6) Status indicator (l 32)

7) Mode dial (l 32)

8) LCD monitor open latch (l 24)

9) Menu button [MENU] (l 39)

10) Battery cable cover (l 22)

11) Cursor button (l 35)

12) Recording start/stop button (l 45)

13) Cooling fan (inlet)

14) Delete button [ ] (l 74, 76)

ª About the cooling fan

≥The cooling fan rotates to prevent the internal temperature rising. Take care not to cover the inlet and

outlet when using this unit.

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Before using

15) Internal microphones (5.1 channel support)

16) Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode) (l 52)

Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback mode) (l 70)

17) Photoshot button [ ] (l 48)

18) Tripod receptacle (l 23)

19) Battery cover (l 29)

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Before using

A/V

COMPONENT

MIC

DC IN 9.3V

25 26 27

20) Power LCD button [POWER LCD] (l 42)

21) Reset button [RESET] (l 118)

22) LCD monitor (l 24)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

23) Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] (l 44, 63)

24) Card access lamp [ACCESS] (l 35)

25) Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 84, 86, 89)

≥Use the supplied AV cable only.

26) Component terminal [COMPONENT] (l 84)

27) Microphone terminal [MIC]

≥A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone. ≥When the unit is connected with the AC adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on

the microphone type. In this case, please switch to the battery for the power supply and the noise will stop.

28) DC input terminal [DC IN 9.3V] (l 31)

29) Card slot cover (l 34)

30) Card slot (l 34)

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Before using

31) Speaker

32) Grip belt (l 23)

33) Outlet

34) USB terminal [ ] (l 90, 99)

35) HDMI terminal [HDMI] (l 81, 83, 87)

Battery cable cover

Open the battery cable cover when you use the battery pack holder kit (VW-VH04; optional).

1 Open the battery cover.

3 Attach the battery pack holder kit.

≥Read the operating instructions of the battery

pack holder kit for details on how to use it.

4 Close the battery cover.

≥Push A while sliding it.

2 Open the battery cable cover.

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≥The cable of the battery pack holder kit can

pass through the hole.

≥Keep the battery cable cover closed when

using this unit normally.

Using grip belt Lens hood

Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand, and hold it properly.

1 Flip the belt.

Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B, and then rotate it clockwise C.

ACB

Put your hand through the grip belt.

Tripod receptacle

The tripod receptacle is a hole used to mount a tripod for the unit. Use of Panasonic’s VW-CT45 (optional) standard tripod is recommended. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer to the operating instructions for the tripod.) ≥You cannot use a tripod with a fixed tripod pin.

Before using

A Rubber grip

1 Loosen the belt. 2 Put your hand through the belt as far as it

goes.

≥Slip your hand through the belt as far as it

goes so that your fingers will grip the rubber area firmly.

3 Replace the belt.

≥Tighten up the belt so that your hand

remains firmly in place.

A Camera base B Screw for mounting the unit C Tripod pin

≥You can perform operations easily using the

remote control when the tripod is used. (l 24)

≥The battery cover cannot be opened when the

tripod is used. Insert the battery before attaching this unit to the tripod. (l 29)

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Before using

Using the LCD monitor

You can record the image while viewing it on the LCD monitor.

1 Place your finger on LCD monitor

open latch and pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

≥It can open up to 90o.

2 Adjust the angle of the LCD

monitor as desired.

≥It can be rotated 180° towards the lens A

and 90° towards the opposite direction B.

≥The brightness and color level of the LCD

monitor can be adjusted. (l 42)

≥The unit may be damaged or fail if the LCD

monitor is forcibly opened or rotated.

≥Check that the terminal cover is closed before

closing the LCD monitor.

Using the remote control

EXT

DISPLAY

DATE/

TIME

STILL ADV STILL ADV

1) Photoshot button [ ]*

2) On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] (l 80)

3) Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 41)

4) Playback operation buttons (l 68, 69, 70)

5) Delete button [ ]*

6) Direction buttons [3,4,2,1] (l 40)

7) Recording start/stop button [START/ STOP]*

8) Zoom/volume buttons [ZOOM, VOL]*

9) Menu button [MENU]* (l 40)

10) Enter button [ENTER] (l 40)

* means that these buttons function in the

same manner as the corresponding buttons on the unit.

START/

PHOTO

STOP

SHOT

ZOOM

VOL

PLAY

PAU S E

STOPSKIP SKIP

ENTER

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Before using

ª Install a button-type battery

Install the supplied button-type battery in the remote control before using it.

1 While pressing the stopper A,

pull out the battery holder.

2 Set the button-type battery with

its (i) mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in place.

Concerning the button-type battery

≥When the button-type battery runs down,

replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery should normally last about 1 year, however this depends on how frequently the unit is used.

≥Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of

children.

ª Remote control usable range

The distance between the remote control and the unit’s remote control sensor A: Within approx. 5m (16feet) Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right

≥The remote control is intended for indoor

operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

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Before using

Cards that you can use with this unit

Card type SD Memory Card

Capacity 8MB, 16MB

Motion picture

recording

Still picture

recording

¢The recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording depending on the SD card you use.

(l 46)

This unit (an SDHC compatible device) is compatible with both SD Memory Cards and SDHC Memory Cards. You can use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible with them. However, you cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, always read the operating instructions of that device.)

Cannot be

used.

32 MB, 64 MB,

128 MB

Cannot be

guaranteed in

operation.¢

256 MB, 512 MB,

1GB, 2GB

Refer to “About SD cards that you can use

for motion picture recording”.

Can be used.

SDHC Memory

Card

4GB

ª About SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording

We recommend using SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording.

Card type

256 MB — RP-SDH256 — — 512 MB RP-SDK512 RP-SDH512¢ RP-SDR512 —

1GB RP-SDK01G RP-SDH01G¢

2GB RP-SDK02G —

4GB — — — RP-SDR04G

¢No longer made. ≥Operation in motion picture recording is not guaranteed with an SD card memory from 32 MB to 4 GB

except the cards above. (The recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.)

≥For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are

referred to as the “SD card”.

≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD

Memory Card Specifications and SDHC Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system.

≥If you wish to use Memory Cards that are 4 GB, SDHC Memory Cards only can be used.

Pro High Speed

SD Memory Card

Super High Speed

SD Memory Card

High Speed

SD Memory Card

RP-SDQ01G¢

RP-SDR01G

RP-SDQ02G¢

RP-SDR02G

SDHC Memory

Card

—

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≥4 GB (or more) Memory Cards that do not have

the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications.

≥Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card

is formatted on other products (such as a computer), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card. (l 79) (Do not format it on a PC

etc.)

≥When the write-protect switch A on SD Card is

locked, no recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the card.

≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children

to prevent swallowing.

≥A MultiMediaCard cannot be used on this unit.

ª (SD Speed Class

Rating Class 2)

This indicates a Class 2 rating in the high speed standards (SD Speed Class) stipulated by the SD Card Association for high speed writing between SD compatible products and SD Memory cards. If you use a Class 2 card compatible with the SD Speed Class in an SD compatible product, you can obtain stable recording by using an SD card conformed with Class 2 or more.

ª Handling precautions

≥Do not expose the terminals of the card to

water, garbage or dust.

≥Do not place in the following areas:

– In direct sunlight. – In very dusty or humid areas. – Near a heater. – Locations susceptible to significant

difference in temperature (condensation can occur).

– Where static electricity or electromagnetic

waves occur.

≥To protect cards, return them to their cases

when you are not using them.

Before using

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Setup

Charging the battery

When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this unit.

≥Connect the battery to an AC adaptor to

recharge it. The battery cannot be recharged by simply inserting it into the unit.

≥If the DC cable is connected to the AC

adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor.

≥The Panasonic battery that can be used

with this unit is VW-VBG130. Other Panasonic batteries will not work. (l 30)

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC

adaptor and the AC outlet.

≥Remove the DC cable beforehand.

2 Put the battery on the battery

mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

≥The output plug of the AC cable is not

completely connected to the AC adaptor jack. As shown in A, there is a gap.

ª Charging lamp

Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed Flashing: Make sure that the terminals of the

battery or the AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign objects or dust, then reconnect them properly. Disconnect the AC cable from the AC outlet when you remove dirt, foreign objects or dust on the terminals of the battery or the AC adaptor. If the charging lamp is still flashing, something may be wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer.

≥Battery charging time (l 30) ≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries

(VW-VBG130).

≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee

the quality of this product.

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Setup

Inserting/removing the battery

Inserting the battery

1 Open the battery cover.

≥Push A while sliding it.

2 Insert the battery until it clicks

paying attention to the direction of the battery.

B Push the center of the battery until it

locks.

Removing the battery

1 Open the battery cover.

2 Remove the battery.

≥Move A in the direction of the arrow to

unlock it and then remove the battery.

3 Close the battery cover.

≥Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF and check

that the status indicator is off before removing the battery.

≥The battery cover opens up to 180o.

CAUTION

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Setup

Charging time and recordable time

ª About batteries that you can use for this unit

The Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBG130.

VW-VBG130 comes with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together. ≥Batteries made by other companies which have been certified by Panasonic may be used with this

unit, but we offer no guarantee as to the quality, performance or safety of such batteries.

≥In order to safely use the unit, we recommend that you use genuine Panasonic batteries which have

been subject to our quality control process.

≥We cannot accept any liability whatsoever for damages to the unit or accidents caused by

non-genuine Panasonic batteries (including those that have been certified by Panasonic).

≥Exercise care when purchasing batteries. Many fake or imitation batteries have been found among

those sold at unusually low prices and those which customers cannot check for themselves before purchasing.

ª Charging time

The times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC (77 oF) and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC (77 oF), the charging time will become longer.

Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG130 (optional)

≥The charging time shown in the table are approximations. ≥“2 h 20 min” indicates 2 hours 20 minutes. ≥When you charge a battery that has not been used for long time, the charging time will become

longer.

ª Recordable time

≥The times shown in the table below are for when the temperature is 25 oC (77 oF) and the humidity is

60%. These times are approximations.

≥The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time on a card when repeatedly starting/stopping

recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.

Battery model

number

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG130

(optional)

≥The recordable time shown in the table are approximations. ≥“1 h 5 min” indicates 1 hour 5 minutes.

Voltage/ capacity

7.2 V/1320 mAh 1 h 5 min 40 min

7.2 V/1320 mAh 2 h 20 min

Maximum continuously

recordable time

Actual recordable time

≥The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. These times are approximations. ≥The recordable time will become shorter in the following case:

– The recordable time will become shorter when you use this unit with the LCD monitor lit up by

pressing the POWER LCD button.

≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. This unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a

malfunction.

≥Be aware that the operating time of the battery will become shorter in low temperatures. We

recommend charging a spare battery for use when recording.

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