Panasonic SDR-H60P, SDR-H60PC Operating Instruction
Operating Instructions
SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera
Model No. SDR-H60P/PC
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
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
CAUTION:
The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.
CAUTION:
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
within an equilateral 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.
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.
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WARNING
≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO
NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
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.: SDR-H60P
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
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.
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
SDR-H60P
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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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.
12) Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or
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.
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.
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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.
CAUTION
≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN
OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
≥ 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 HDD 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.
∫ 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
∫ 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.
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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.
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, heat above 60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.
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 120 V 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 125 V, 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.
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.
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.
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.
-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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Contents
Accessories.................................................... 9
Features........................................................ 10
Quick Guide.................................................. 11
Preparation
Before using
[1] Parts identification and handling..... 14
[2] Power supply ..................................... 18
Charging the battery............................ 18
Inserting the battery............................. 19
Charging time and recordable time ..... 20
Connecting to the AC outlet................. 21
[3] About HDD and SD cards ................. 22
About SD cards ................................... 23
HDD handling ...................................... 25
Access lamp ........................................ 25
[4] Inserting/removing an SD card ........ 26
Setup
[1] Turning the unit on/off
Selecting a mode ............................... 27
[2] Using the menu screen..................... 28
Language selection ............................. 29
Menu list .............................................. 29
[3] Setting date and time ........................ 31
[4] Adjusting LCD monitor ..................... 32
Recording
Recording (Basic)
[1] Before recording................................ 34
[2] Recording motion pictures............... 35
Recording modes and recordable
time...................................................... 37
[3] Recording still pictures..................... 38
Number of pixels and picture
quality .................................................. 39
[4] Recording functions.......................... 40
Zoom in/out function............................ 40
Recording yourself............................... 41
Quick start ........................................... 42
Image stabilizer function...................... 42
Recording (Advanced)
[1] Recording functions of operation
icons................................................... 43
Operation icons................................... 44
Backlight compensation/Fade/
Help mode/MagicPix/Soft skin mode/
PRE-REC/Self-timer
[2] Recording functions of menus ........ 47
Menus ................................................. 47
Guideline/Aspect ratio/Wind noise
reduction/Auto slow shutter
[3] Manual recording functions............. 48
Scene mode........................................ 49
Manual focus adjustment .................... 50
White balance ..................................... 50
Manual shutter speed/aperture
adjustment........................................... 52
Playback
Playback
[1] Motion picture playback................... 54
[2] Still picture playback ........................ 57
Editing
[1] Deleting scenes/files......................... 59
Deleting scenes/files one at a time ..... 59
Deleting multiple scenes/files.............. 59
Deleting the copied scenes
collectively........................................... 60
[2] Editing scenes................................... 61
[3] Using playlists................................... 64
Creating a new playlist ........................ 64
Editing a playlist .................................. 65
[4] Editing still pictures.......................... 67
Media management
[1] HDD and SD card management ....... 71
Formatting HDD .................................. 71
Displaying HDD information................ 71
Formatting an SD card ........................ 71
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With other products
[1] Playback on TV .................................. 72
[2] With a DVD burner............................. 73
Connecting this unit to the DVD
burner .................................................. 74
DVD COPY function ............................ 75
FAVOURITE SCENES function........... 76
Notes for copying data to discs using
the DVD burner.................................... 78
Playing back a disc inserted in the
DVD burner.......................................... 79
[3] With other video devices .................. 80
Recording (dubbing) images onto
other video devices.............................. 80
[4] With a printer (PictBridge) ................ 81
With a PC
Before using
[1] What you can do with a PC............... 84
[2] Operating environment..................... 85
End User License Agreement.............. 87
Setup
[1] Installation.......................................... 88
Installing VideoCam Suite ................... 88
Uninstalling the software ..................... 89
[2] Connection and recognition............. 90
About the PC display ........................... 90
To disconnect USB cable safely .......... 91
Using software
[1] Using VideoCam Suite ...................... 92
Reading the operating instructions of
the software......................................... 92
DVD COPY function ............................ 93
Using a Macintosh
[1] If using a Macintosh .......................... 94
Others
Indications
[1] Indications......................................... 96
[2] Messages ........................................... 99
Helpful hints
[1] Functions that cannot be used
simultaneously ................................ 101
[2] Frequently asked questions........... 102
[3] Troubleshooting.............................. 104
Cautions for use........................................ 109
Explanation of terms................................. 112
Specifications ............................................ 114
Number of recordable pictures on
the HDD or an SD card ..................... 117
Optional accessories ................................ 118
Accessory Order Form
(For USA Customers)........................ 119
Request for Service Notice
(USA Only) ................................................. 120
Limited Warranty
(For USA Customers)................................ 121
Customer Services Directory ................... 122
Warranty (For Canadian Customers)....... 123
Index........................................................... 124
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española
para el uso rápido ..................................... 126
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Battery pack
VW-VBG070A
AC adaptor
VSK0697
AC cable
K2CA2CA00029 or
K2CA2CA00025
DC cable
K2GJ2DC00021 or
K2GJ2DC00022
AV cable
K2KZ9CB00002
USB cable
K1HA05CD0018 or
K1HA05CD0017
CD-ROM
LSFT0757
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Features
Extended recording!
Since motion pictures are recorded on the HDD
in this unit, it is possible to record images for
many hours without changing the media, such
as tapes and discs. It is also possible to record
motion pictures and still pictures on an SD
card.
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Using with a DVD burner!
Use the DVD burner to create the backup discs for motion
pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit without
using a PC. (l 73)
Using with a PC!
If you use the supplied software, you can create a backup
DVD of the scenes recorded on this unit.
You can also make an original DVD-Video by exporting
the scenes to a PC and then editing them. (l 84)
Quick Guide
∫ Charging the battery
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor
and the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery into the battery charger
by aligning the arrows.
2
1
∫ Inserting the battery
Insert the battery until it clicks while paying
attention to the direction of the battery.
A Push the center of the battery until it locks.
A
∫ How to turn on the power
While pressing the lock release button A, set
the mode dial to , , or .
≥ Align with the status indicator B.
B
≥ To turn off the power, set the mode dial to OFF.
A
∫ Inserting an SD card
1 Open the SD card slot cover then Insert
the SD card into the card slot.
1
2
3
∫ Removing the battery
While pressing the button A, move B in the
direction of the arrow to unlock it and then
remove the battery.
B
A
2 Securely close the SD card slot cover.
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∫ Recording motion pictures
≥ Rotate the mode dial to select .
∫ Playback
≥ Rotate the mode dial to select or .
1 Press the MENU button, then select
[MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD]
to select the recording destination and
press the joystick.
2 Press the recording start/stop button to
start recording.
3 Press the recording start/stop button
again to pause recording.
∫ Recording still pictures
≥ Rotate the mode dial to select .
1 Press the MENU button, then select
[MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD]
to select the recording destination and
press the joystick.
2 Press the recording start/stop button.
1 Press the MENU button, then select
[MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD]
to select the desired medium and press
the joystick.
2 Select the scene/file to be played back,
then press the joystick.
3 Select the playback operation with the
joystick.
Motion picture playback
1/;: Playback/Pause
:: Skip playback (backward)
9: Skip playback (forward)
∫: Stops the playback and shows the
thumbnails.
Still picture playback
1/;: Slide show start/pause.
2;: Plays back the previous picture.
;1: Plays back the next picture.
∫: Stops the playback and shows the
thumbnails.
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Preparation
Recording
Playback
With a PC
Others
14 Before using
27 Setup
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Before using
1
Parts identification and
handling
35
1
2
4
67 910
1 Open/close switch for the lens cover
2 Auto button [AUTO] (l 34)
3 Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (l 48)
4 Speaker
5 When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 40)
When playing back: Volume lever
[sVOLr] (l 55)
6 LCD monitor open part
7 LCD monitor
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.
8 SD card slot cover [SD CARD] (l 26)
9 SD card access lamp [ACCESS]
(l 25, 90)
10 Reset button [RESET] (l 107)
8
Lens cover
For the lens protection, be sure to close the
lens cover when not in use.
Slide open/close switch for the lens cover.
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LCD monitor
3
Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of
the arrow with your fingers.
≥ It can open up to 90o.
BA
11
12
1
14
11 Le ns
12 Grip belt
13 Microphone (built-in, stereo)
14 White balance sensor (l 51)
≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens
or 90o B towards the opposite direction.
≥ The brightness and color level of the LCD
monitor can be adjusted. (l 32)
Grip belt
Adjust the belt length and the pad position.
2
3
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.
(U.S.A. only):
When this unit is purchased, a sensor tag is
attached to the grip belt. Remove the tag
before use.
1
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3
0
2
15
16
17
18
15 Image stabilizer button [ , O.I.S.] (l 42)
16 Power LCD plus button
[POWER LCD PLUS] (l 32)
17 DVD COPY button [DVD COPY] (l 93)
18 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD]
(l 25, 90)
19 Status indicator (l 27)
20 Mode dial (l 27)
21 Joystick
22 Recording start/stop button (l 35, 38)
23 Menu button [MENU] (l 28)
24 Delete button [ ] (l 59)
25 Terminal cover
26 USB terminal [ ] (l 74, 81, 90)
27 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]
(l 72, 80)
2
21
2
2
2
26
25
27
Joystick
Use the joystick to select the recording
functions and playback operations, and to
operate the menu screen.
Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to
select a setting or scene and then press
the joystick to set it.
1
1 Select by moving up, down, left or right.
2 Set by pressing the center.
≥ Menu screen operations (l 28)
≥ To select the recording functions (l 43)
≥ To adjust manually (l 48)
≥ Playback operations (l 54, 57)
2
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29 30
28 SD card slot (l 26)
29 Tripod receptacle
30 Battery holder (l 19, 21)
31 Battery release lever [BATTERY]
(l 19, 21)
Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the unit to the
optional tripod.
31
≥ When the tripod is used, the SD card slot
cover cannot be opened. Insert an SD card
and the battery before attaching this unit to
the tripod. (l 19, 26)
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Before using
Power supply
2
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
The Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is supplied battery/VW-VBG130/
VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
Supplied battery/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6 come with a function to check whether the
battery and unit can be safely used together.
≥ The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary if using VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are
made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately
protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is
a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not
liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure
that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
≥ Be aware that many batteries sold at extremely cheap prices or in situations where it is difficult to
verify the actual products before purchase have proven to be counterfeit.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this unit.
Important:
If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge. Remove the DC cable
from the AC adaptor.
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1
Charging lamp [CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging (l 20, Charging time)
Goes off:
Charging completed
Flashing:
≥ When the battery temperature is excessively
high or low, the lamp flashes and the charging
time will be longer than normal.
≥ Remove dirt, foreign objects or dust on the
terminals of the battery or the AC adaptor.
If the lamp is still flashing, something may be
wrong with the battery or AC adaptor.
Contact consumer support (l 122, 123).
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery on the battery charger by aligning the arrows.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 9, 20, 118)
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Inserting the battery
Removing the battery
While pressing button B, move C in the
direction of the arrow to unlock it and then
remove the battery.
C
B
A
≥ Hold the battery with your hand so that it
does not fall.
Insert the battery until it clicks while paying attention to the direction of the
battery.
A Push the center of the battery until it locks.
≥ Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF and check
that the status indicator is off before removing
the battery.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave a battery pack in an automobile
exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of
time with doors and windows closed.
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.
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Charging time and recordable time
∫ Charging time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%
Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time
Supplied battery 7.2 V/770 mAh 1 h 35 min
VW-VBG130 (optional) 7.2 V/1320 mAh 2 h 35 min
VW-VBG260 (optional) 7.2 V/2640 mAh 4 h 40 min
VW-VBG6 (optional) 7.2 V/5800 mAh 9 h 25 min
≥ If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC (77 oF), the charging time will become longer.
∫ Recordable time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%
Battery model
number
Supplied battery 7.2 V/770 mAh
VW-VBG130
(optional)
VW-VBG260
(optional)
VW-VBG6
(optional)
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording,
turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever, etc.
≥ The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. The recordable time will become
shorter when you use this unit with the LCD monitor lit up by pressing the POWER LCD PLUS button.
≥ Be aware that low temperatures will shorten the amount of time the battery will remain charged. We
recommend carrying a spare battery.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a
malfunction.
Battery capacity indication
≥ The display changes to the following indications step-by-step as the battery capacity decreases.
####
≥ If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash.
Volt age /
capacity
7.2 V/1320 mAh
7.2 V/2640 mAh
7.2 V/5800 mAh
Recording
destination
[HDD] 1h35min 50min
[SD] 1h45min 55min
[HDD] 2h55min 1h30min
[SD] 3h10min 1h45min
[HDD] 5h50min 3h5min
[SD] 6h20min 3h35min
[HDD] 13h25min 7h10min
[SD] 14h30min 8h15min
Maximum
continuously
recordable time
Actual recordable
time
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Connecting to the AC outlet
Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
3
A
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC
adaptor and the AC outlet.
2 Connect the DC cable to the AC
adaptor.
3 Connect the DC cable to this unit.
A Push the center of the DC cable until it locks.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other
equipment as it is designed only for this unit.
Do not use the AC cable from other equipment
with this unit.
2
1
Removing the DC cable
While pressing button B, move C in the
direction of the arrow to unlock it and then
remove the DC cable.
C
≥ Hold the DC cable with your hand so that it
does not fall.
B
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Before using
About HDD and SD cards
3
This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to the internal HDD and an SD
card.
Internal HDD
(Hard Disk Drive)
Display on the screen
Indication in these
instructions
Capacity
Functions
Recording motion
pictures
Recording still
pictures
Creating playlists ¥ –
*1 The 60 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and
other purposes. 60 GB is 60,000,000,000 bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
*2 Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
[HDD] [SD]
*1
60 GB
¥ – ¥
¥¥
SD Memory Card
8MB/
16 MB
32 MB/
64 MB/
128 MB
¥: applicable –: not applicable
256 MB/
512 MB/
1GB/
2GB
*2
SDHC
Memory
Card
4GB/
8GB/
16 GB
¥
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About SD cards
This unit is compatible with both SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards. You can only use
SDHC Memory cards on devices that are compatible with them. 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, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)
≥ For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are
referred to as the “SD card”.
≥ Please confirm the latest information on the following website. (This website is in English only.)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
≥ 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, 8 GB and 16 GB, only SDHC Memory Cards can be
used.
≥ 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 PC), the time
spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card. (l 71)
≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card.
≥ When using an SD card on which data has been written many times, the remaining time left for
recording may be reduced.
≥ 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.
∫ About the miniSD Card
≥ Be sure to insert miniSD Cards in the dedicated card adaptor before use. Inserting a card in this unit
without the adaptor may damage the unit or the card.
≥ Do not insert an empty card adaptor in this unit. Do not leave the adaptor in this unit while inserting or
removing miniSD Cards. This may cause the unit to malfunction.
A
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About SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording
We recommend using SD 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. (If another kind of SD card is used,
the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.)
High Speed SD
Memory Card
256 MB RP-SDH256 RP-SDR256 – –
512 MB RP-SDK512 RP-SDR512 – –
1GB RP-SDH01G RP-SDR01G – RP-SDV01G
2GB RP-SDK02G RP-SDR02G RP-SDM02G RP-SDV02G
4GB – RP-SDR04G RP-SDM04G RP-SDV04G
8GB – – – RP-SDV08G
16 GB – – – RP-SDV16G
≥ Operation in motion picture recording is not guaranteed with the following SD cards.
jSD cards from 32 MB to 128 MB
jSD cards from 256 MB to 16 GB other than the ones mentioned above
Class 2 SD/SDHC
Memory Card
Class 4 SD/SDHC
Memory Card
Class 6 SD/SDHC
Memory Card
SD card handling
≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
≥ Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or dust.
≥ Do not leave SD card in the following areas:
jIn direct sunlight.
jIn very dusty or humid areas.
jNear a heater.
jLocations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur).
jWhere static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.
≥ To protect SD cards, keep them in their cases when not being used.
≥ Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the data
stored on the SD card. We recommend saving the SD data to a PC.
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HDD handling
A
This unit has an internal HDD. The HDD is a
precision instrument, so take care when handling
it.
∫ Do not cause any vibrations or
impacts to this unit
The HDD may no longer be recognized or
recording or playback may no longer be possible.
In particular, do not cause any vibrations or
impacts during recording or playback.
∫ Do not drop this unit
The HDD may be damaged if this unit receives a
strong impact due it to being dropped, etc.
This unit has a drop detection function to protect
the HDD from impact if the unit is dropped. If it
detects that the unit has been dropped during
motion picture recording, the HDD protection
operation sound may be recorded. Also, if it
detects that the unit is being continuously
dropped, recording or playback may stop.
∫ Take note of the temperature of
this unit
It may no longer be possible to record or
playback if the temperature of this unit is too high
or low. A warning message will appear on this
unit’s LCD monitor if an irregularity in the
temperature is detected. (l 99)
∫ Do not use the unit in a low
pressure area
The HDD may be damaged if you use this unit
where the altitude is more than 3000 m
(9800 feet).
∫ Back up important recorded data
to protect it
Save recorded data periodically on a PC, DVD
disc, etc. for backup purposes.
If the HDD fails, the recorded data cannot be
repaired.
∫ Cautions for disposing of this
unit
Even if some scenes on the HDD are deleted or
formatted, the information is seemingly erased
but may still remain. To dispose of this unit, the
physical destruction is recommended.
∫ Notes for recording
Images may not be recorded properly to the HDD
near high-volume speakers due to the vibration
from the speakers. In such cases, record in a
location away from the speakers or use an SD card.
∫ Indemnity about recorded
content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility
for damages directly or indirectly due to any
type of problems that result in loss of
recording or edited content, and does not
guarantee any content if recording or editing
does not work properly. Likewise, the above
also applies in a case where any type of repair
is made to the unit (including any other nonHDD related component).
Access lamp
B
A HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD]
≥ When this unit accesses the HDD, the lamp
lights up.
≥ When lamp is on, do not
sExpose the unit to strong vibrations or
impacts
sOperate the mode dial
sRemove the battery or disconnect the AC
adaptor
≥ Performing the above while lamp is on may
result in damage to data/HDD or this unit.
B SD card access lamp [ACCESS]
≥ When this unit accesses the SD card, the lamp
lights up.
≥ When lamp is on, do not
sOpen the SD card slot cover and remove
the SD card
sOperate the mode dial
sRemove the battery or disconnect the AC
adaptor
≥ Performing the above while lamp is on may
result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.
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Before using
A
4
Caution:
If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data
recorded on the SD card may be lost.
2
Inserting/removing an SD
card
1
A Label side
3
1 Rotate the mode dial to OFF.
≥ Check that the status indicator has gone off.
2 Open the LCD monitor and then open the SD card slot cover.
3 Insert/remove the SD card.
≥ Press the SD card straight in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it straight out.
4 Securely close the SD card slot cover.
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Setup
1
Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF.
Turning the unit on/off
Selecting a mode
≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same
B
A
time pressing in the lock release button
A if changing from OFF to another
mode.
≥ Align with the status indicator B.
While pressing the lock release
button, set the mode dial to , ,
or to turn on the power.
The status indicator lights and the power turns
on.
≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a
message asking you to set the date and time
will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and
time. (l 31)
≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, the
media select screen for recording will appear.
Select [HDD] or [SD CARD] and press the
joystick.
To turn off the power
Set the mode dial to OFF.
≥ The status indicator goes off and the power
turns off.
Video recording mode (l 35)
Video playback mode (l 54)
Picture recording mode (l 38)
Picture playback mode (l 57)
OFF
How to turn the power on and off
with the LCD monitor
When the mode dial is set to or , the
power can be turned on and off with the LCD
monitor.
∫ To tur n on
Open the LCD monitor.
The status indicator lights.
∫ To tur n off
Close the LCD monitor.
The status indicator goes off.
≥ When quick start is set to [ON], the status
indicator flashes green. To turn off the power
immediately after closing the LCD monitor, set
quick start to [OFF]. (l 42)
Set the mode dial to OFF when this unit is not
being used.
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Setup
Using the menu screen
2
MENU
1 Press the MENU button.
The menu displayed differs depending on the
position of the mode dial.
2 Select the desired top menu, then
move the joystick right or press
the joystick.
3 Select the submenu item, then
move the joystick right or press
the joystick.
4 Select the desired setting, then
press the joystick to enter the
selection.
To get back to the previous screen
Move the joystick left.
To exit the menu screen
Press the MENU button.
≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is
displayed.
≥ The menu screen does not appear during
recording or playing. You cannot start other
operations while the menu screen is displayed.
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Language selection
[QUICK START] (l 42)
[POWER SAVE]
You can select the language displayed on the
screen.
1 Press the MENU button, then
select [LANGUAGE] and press
the joystick.
2 Select [English] and press the
joystick.
Menu list
Motion picture recording menus
∫ [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] (l 49)
[GUIDE LINES] (l 47)
[REC MODE] (l 37)
[ASPECT] (l 47)
[CLOCK SET] (l 31)
∫ [ADVANCED]
[D.ZOOM] (l 40)
[FADE COLOR] (l 45)
[WIND CUT] (l 47)
[ZOOM MIC] (l 41)
[AUTO SLW SHTR] (l 47)
∫ [MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l 35)
[SD CARD] (l 35)
∫ [SETUP]
[DISPLAY]
≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON]
The screen indications are selected as shown
in the illustration below.
[OFF] [ON]
SP
;
R 12h45m
AUTO
0h00m00s
;
≥ [OFF] ≥ [5 MINUTES]
[OFF]:
The power saving function is not activated.
[5 MINUTES]:
When about 5 minutes have passed without
any operation, this unit automatically turns off
to save battery life. To use this unit, turn it on
again.
≥ The power save function will not active
when:
jconnected to AC adaptor
jusing the USB for PC, DVD burner, printer
jPRE-REC is used
*1
[AUDIO REC]
(l 36)
[BEEP SOUND]
≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON]
This allows operations such as starting and
ending recording to be signaled by a beep.
1 Beep
When you start recording
When you turn on the power
When this unit is recognized by the PC or the
printer, etc.
2 Beeps
When you pause recording
When you turn off the power
2 Beeps for 4 times
When an error occurs e.g. recording not
starting. Check the sentence displayed on the
screen. (l 99)
[LCD SET] (l 32)
[INITIAL SET]
≥ [YES] ≥ [NO]
When there is a menu that cannot be selected
due to another function or mode being
activated, set to [YES] for changing the menu
settings back to the default condition.
(The language setting cannot be changed
back to the default condition.)
NOV.15.2008
[DATE/TIME] (l 31)
[DATE FORMAT] (l 31)
[FORMAT CARD]
*1
(l 71)
NOV.15.2008
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[DEMO MODE]
≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON]
This setting is used to start the unit
demonstration.
(Only when using the AC adaptor and the
mode dial is at the or position)
If you set this to [ON] without inserting an SD
card, this unit is automatically set to the
demonstration mode for introducing its
functions. If any button is pressed or operated,
the demonstration mode is canceled. If no
operations take place for approx. 10 minutes,
the demonstration mode automatically starts.
To terminate the demonstration mode, set this
to [OFF]. For normal use, set this function to
[OFF].
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 29)
Still picture recording menus
∫ [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE] (l 49)
[GUIDE LINES] (l 47)
[PICTURE SIZE] (l 39)
[PICT.QUALITY] (l 39)
[CLOCK SET] (l 31)
(In playlist playback mode)
∫ [EDIT]
[ADD] (l 66)
[MOVE] (l 66)
[DELETE] (l 59, 65)
∫ [MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l 54)
[SD CARD] (l 54)
∫ [SETUP]
[RESUME PLAY] (l 55)
[TV ASPECT] (l 72)
[FORMAT HDD]
[INFORMATION]
[FORMAT CARD]
*2
(l 71)
*2
(l 71)
*1
(l 71)
For other items, refer to the motion picture
recording menus.
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 29)
Still picture playback menus
∫ [PICT. SETUP]
[LOCK SET] (l 67)
[DPOF SET]
[COPY] (l 69)
[DELETE] (l 59)
*1
(l 68)
∫ [ADVANCED]
[SHTR EFFECT] (l 39)
[AUTO SLW SHTR] (l 47)
∫ [MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l 38)
[SD CARD] (l 38)
∫ [SETUP]
Refer to the motion picture recording menus.
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 29)
Motion picture playback menus
∫ [EDIT SCENE]
[LOCK SET] (l 61)
[SPLIT&DELETE]
[DELETE] (l 59)
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*2
(l 62)
∫ [MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l 57)
[SD CARD] (l 57)
∫ [SETUP]
[TV ASPECT] (l 72)
For other items, refer to the motion picture
recording menus.
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 29)
*1 Only when [MEDIA SELECT] is set to
[SD CARD]
*2 Only when [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD]
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