Panasonic SDR-H80P Operating Instruction
Operating Instructions
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera
Model No. SDR-H90P/PC
SDR-H80P/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 Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
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Things You Should Know
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
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.
CAUTION
CAUTION:
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.
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.
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 CURT AINS
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.
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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: T o 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-H90P
SDR-H80P
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.
SDR-H90P
SDR-H80P
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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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.
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.
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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
WARNING
CAUTION
USE & LOCATION
≥ 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.
≥ DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE
ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIV ALENT
TYPE.
≥ 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 SUPPL Y 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 TH E 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 symbolInformation on Di sposal i n other Coun tries
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.
∫ 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.
∫ Cards that you can use with this
unit
SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have
the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory
Card Specifications.
≥ Refer to page 22 for more details on SD cards.
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∫ For the purposes of these
operating instructions
≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are
referred to as the “SD card”.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow,
for example: l 00
≥ These operating instructions are designed for
use with models SDR-H90 and SDR-H80.
Pictures may be slightly different from the
original.
jThe illustrations used in these operating
instructions show model SDR-H80, however,
parts of the explanation refer to different
models.
jDepending on the model, some functions are
not available.
jFeatures may vary, so please read carefully.
∫ Licenses
≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.
≥ U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747;
7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936.
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights. Use of
this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
≥ Microsoft
DirectDraw
either 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.
≥ IBM, PC/AT and PowerPC are registered
trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation of the U.S.
≥ Intel
registered trademarks or trademarks of the
Intel Corporation in the United States and other
countries.
≥ YouTube and the YouTube logo are the
registered trademarks or trademarks of
YouTube LLC.
®
, Windows®, Windows Vista®,
®
, DirectSound® and DirectX® are
®
, Core™, Pentium® and Celeron® are the
≥ Macintosh and Mac OS are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the
United States and/or 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.
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Contents
Accessories...................................................10
Quick Guide...................................................11
Preparation
Before using
[1] Parts identificatio n a nd ha ndling..... 13
[2] Power supply......................... ............ 16
Charging the battery............................ 16
Inserting the battery............................. 17
Charging time and recordable time ..... 18
Connecting to the AC outlet................. 19
[3] About HDD and SD cards ................. 20
About SD cards................................... 21
HDD handling...................................... 23
Access lamp.................... .................... 23
[4] Inserting/removing an SD card ........ 24
Setup
[1] Turning the unit on/off
Selecting a mode............................... 25
[2] Using the menu screen..................... 26
Language selection ............................. 27
Menu list.................................. ............ 27
[3] Setting date and time........................ 29
World time setting (Displaying the time
of the travel destina tio n )............. ......... 30
[4] Adjusting LCD monitor..................... 31
Recording
Recording (Basic)
[1] Befo r e recording . ............................... 32
Intellige n t a u to mo d e ........................... 32
[2] Recording motion pictures............... 34
Record motion picture to be uploaded
to YouTube......... ................................. 35
Recording modes and recordable
time............................................... ....... 36
[3] Recording still pictures....... .............. 37
Number of pixels........ .......................... 38
[4] Recording functions.......................... 39
Zoom in/out function............................ 39
Recording yourself............................... 40
Quick start........................................... 40
Optical image stabilizer function .......... 41
Recording (Advanced)
[1] Recording functions of operation
icons................................................... 42
Operation icons................................... 43
Backlight compensation/Fade/Help
mode/MagicPix/Soft skin mode/
PRE-REC/Face detection/Self-timer
[2] Recording functions of menus........ 48
Menus ................................................. 48
Aspect ratio/Wind noise reduction/
Guideline/Auto slow shutter
[3] Manual recording functions............. 50
Scene mode........................................ 51
Manual focus adjustment.................... 51
White balance..................................... 52
Manual shutter speed/aperture
adjustment........................................... 53
Playback
Playback
[1] Moti on picture play ba c k ........ .. ......... 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 H D D . ................................. 71
Displaying HDD information ................ 71
Formatting an SD card........................ 71
With other products
[1] Playback on TV.................................. 72
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[2] With a D VD burner............................. 74
Connecting this unit to the DVD
burner.................... .............................. 75
DVD COPY function............................ 76
FAVORITE SCENES function.............. 77
Notes for copying data to discs using
the DVD burner................................... . 79
Playing back a disc inserted in
the DVD burner................................... . 80
[3] With other video devices.................. 81
Recording (dubbing) images onto other
video devices....................................... 81
[4] With a printer (PictBridge)................ 82
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............................ 92
Upload to YouTube.............................. 93
Using a Macintosh
[1] If using a Macintosh.......................... 94
Specifications..............................................111
Number of recordable pictures.......... 114
Optional accessories................................. 115
Accessory Order Form (For USA and
Puerto Rico Cu stomers)...... .............. 116
Request for Service Notice (USA and
Puerto Rico Only).................................. ..... 117
Limited Warr a nty (United St a tes and
Puerto Rico)...................... ..........................11 8
Customer Services Directory
(United States and Puerto Rico)................ 119
Warranty (For Canadian Customers)........ 120
Index............................................................121
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía
española para el uso rápido ......................122
PreparationRecordingPlaybackWith a PCOthers
Others
Indications
[1] Indications............ .............................. 95
[2] Messages ........................................... 98
Helpful hints
[1] Functions that cannot be used
simultaneously .................... ............ 100
[2] Troubleshooting .............................. 101
Cautions for use.........................................106
Explanation of terms..................................109
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Battery pack
VW-VBG070
≥ The battery is not charged. Be sure to charge the
battery before using this unit. (l 16)
AC adaptor
VSK0697
AC cable
K2CA2CA00029 or
K2CA2CA00025
DC cable
K2GJ2DC00015
AV cable
K2KC4CB00022
USB cable
K1HA05AD0005
CD-ROM
LSFT0771
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Quick Guide
∫ Charging the battery
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor
and the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by
aligning the arrows.
∫ Inserting the battery
Push the battery against the battery holder
and slide it until it clicks.
∫ 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.
≥ To turn off the power, set the mode dial to OFF.
∫ Inserting an SD card
1 Open the LC D m o nitor.
2 Open the SD card slot cover then insert
the SD card into the card slot.
3 Securely close the SD card slot cover.
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∫ Recording motion pictures
MENU
ENTER
≥ Rotate the mode dial to select .
∫ Playback
≥ Rotate the mode dial to select or .
ENTER
MENU
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.
ENTER
MENU
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
Before using
1
Parts identification and
handling
12 3 54
7
1 LCD monitor open
2 Joystick
3 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.
4 Web mode button [WEB MODE] (l 35)
5 When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 39)
When playing back: Volume lever
[sVOLr] (l 55)
6 Intelligent aut o button [iA] (l 32)
7 Menu button [MENU] (l 26)
8 Speaker
9 Delete button [ ] (l 59)
10 Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (l 50)
11 Optical image stabilizer button
[ , O.I.S.] (l 41)
12 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]
(l 72, 81)
13 SD Card access lamp [ACCESS]
(l 23)
14 SD Card slot cover [SD CARD] (l 24)
15 SD card slot (l 24)
8
6
15
9
10
11
12 13 14
LCD monitor
Pull the LCD monito r out i n the di rection of
the arrow with your fingers.
≥ It can open up to 90o.
≥ 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 31)
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Joystick
18 19
16 17
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 Select by moving up, down, left or right.
2 Set by pressing the center.
≥ Menu screen operations (l 26)
≥ To select the recording functions (l 42)
≥ To adjust manually (l 50)
≥ Playback operations (l 54, 57)
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.
Grip belt
Adjust the belt leng th a nd the pad position.
16 Open/close switch for the lens cover
17 Lens
≥ Attach the wide conversion lens (VW-W3707H;
optional) in front of the lens.
≥ When using the wide conversion lens, if the
magnification exceeds 20k then the image
quality is degraded.
≥ The tele conversion lens cannot be used.
18 Grip belt
19 Microphone (built-in, stereo)
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Replace the belt.
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20
24
20 HDD access lamp [ACCESS HDD] (l 23)
21 Status indicator (l 25)
22 Mode dial (l 25)
23 Recording start/stop button (l 34, 37)
24 Battery holder (l 17)
25 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 19)
≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a
genuine Panasonic AC adaptor
(VW-AD21PP-K; optional).
26 USB terminal [ ] (l 75, 82, 90)
25
26
21
22
23
27
28
27 Tripod receptacle
28 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 17)
Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the unit to the
optional tripod.
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Preparation
Charging lamp [CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging (l 18, 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 119, 120).
Before using
Power supply
2
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is supplied battery/VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/
VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.
≥ This unit has a function to distinguish the batteries that can be used, and the batteries
(VW-VBG070/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6) are compatible with this function. (The
batteries that are not compatible to this function cannot be used.)
≥ The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary if using 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.
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.
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
2 Insert the battery on the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 10, 18, 115)
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
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Inserting the battery
Removing the battery
While sliding the BATTERY lever, slide the
battery to remove it.
Push the battery against the battery
holder and slide it until it clicks.
≥ 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 the battery(ies) 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.
≥ Hold the battery with your hand so that it
does not fall.
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Charging time and recordable time
∫ Charging time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%
Battery model number Voltage/Capacity (Minimum) Charging time
Supplied battery/VW-VBG070
≥ 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
Supplied battery/
VW-VBG070
(optional)
VW-VBG130 (optional) 7.2 V/1250 mAh 2 h 35 min
VW-VBG260 (optional) 7.2 V/2500 mAh 4 h 40 min
VW-VBG6* (optional) 7.2 V/5400 m Ah 9 h 25 min
Voltage/
number
(optional)
Capacity
(Minimum)
7.2 V/
725 m Ah
7.2 V/725 mAh 1 h 35 min
Maximum
Recording
destination
[HDD]
[SD] XP/SP/LP 2h 1h5min
Recording
mode
XP 1h50min 55min
SP/LP 1h55min 1h
continuously
recordable
time
recordable
Actual
time
VW-VBG130
(optional)
VW-VBG260
(optional)
VW-VBG6*
(optional)
* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.
≥ 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. 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.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a
malfunction.
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7.2 V/
1250 mAh
7.2 V/
2500 mAh
7.2 V/
5400 mAh
[HDD]
[SD] XP/SP/LP 3 h 10 min 1 h 45 min
[HDD]
[SD] XP/SP/LP 5 h 50 min 3 h 15 min
[HDD]
[SD] XP/SP/LP 14h30min 8h5min
XP 2h55min 1h30min
SP/LP 3 h 1 h 35 min
XP 5h20min 2h50min
SP/LP 5h35min 2h55min
XP 13h20min 7h
SP/LP 13h50min 7h20min
Battery capacity indication
≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces. ####
If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then will become red. If the battery discharges,
then ( ) will flash.
≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed when using the Panasonic battery that you can use for
this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can vary
depending on your actual use.
≥ The maximum amount of remaining battery capacity able to be indicated is 9 hours 59 minutes. If
the actual remaining time exceeds 9 hours 59 minutes, the indication will stay green and will not
change until the remaining time falls below 9 hours 59 minutes.
≥ When turning the mode dial to switch modes, the time indication will turn off momentarily in order to
recalculate the remaining battery capacity time.
≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining battery capacity
will not be shown.
Connecting to the AC outlet
Important:
While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.
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.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other
equipment as it is designed only for this unit.
Also, do not use the AC cable from other
equipment with this unit.
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Preparation
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 ¥ –
[HDD] [SD]
*1
80 GB
(SDR-H90)
*2
60 GB
(SDR-H80)
¥ – ¥
¥¥
SD Memory Card
8MB/
16 M B
32 MB/
64 MB/
128 MB
256 M B/
512 M B/
1GB/
2GB
*3
¥: applicable –: not applicable
SDHC
Memory
Card
4GB/
6GB/
8GB/
12 GB/
16 GB/
32 GB
¥
*1 The 80 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and
other purposes. 80 GB is 80,000,000,000 bytes. Usable capacity will be less.
*2 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.
*3 Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
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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.)
≥ 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 or more, 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.
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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
6GB – – RP-SDM06G –
8GB – – – RP-SDV08G
12 GB – – RP-SDM12G –
16 GB – – – RP-SDV16G
32 GB – – – RP-SDV32G
≥ 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 32 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
This unit has an internal HDD. The HDD is a
precision i nst ru ment, s o ta ke c are when han dli ng it.
∫ Do not cause any vibrations or
impacts to this unit
Impact may cause the HDD to malfunction.
The HDD may no longer be recognized by this unit.
≥
≥
Recording may no longe r be pos sible on the HD D.
≥ Playback of contents stored on HDD may no
longer be possible.
During recording or playback:
Do not cause vibrations or any impact to the H D D.
≥
∫ 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 98)
∫ Do not use the unit in a low
pressure area
The HDD may be damaged if you us e this unit
where the altitude is more than 3000 m (9800 feet).
∫ Back up important recorded dat a
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.
∫ 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.
∫ About disposing of or giving
away this unit
Refer to page 107.
∫
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
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.
However, the access lamp is supposed to light
up while rotating the dial to select a mode. In
this case, there is no problem.
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.
However, the access lamp is supposed to light
up while rotating the dial to select a mode. In
this case, there is no problem.
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Preparation
A Label side
Before using
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.
Inserting/removing an SD
card
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 Secu r ely close the SD card slot cove r.
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≥ 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.
Setup
1
Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF.
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 29)
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 34)
Turning the unit on/off
Selecting a mode
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 turn on
Open the LCD monitor.
The status indicator lights.
∫ To turn off
Video playback mode (l 54)
Picture recording m ode (l 37)
Close the LCD monitor.
Picture playback mode (l 57)
OFF
The status indicator goes off.
≥ When quick start is set to [ON], the status
indicator flashes green. T o turn off the power
immediately after closing the LCD monitor, set
quick start to [OFF] . (l 40)
Set the mode dial to OFF when this unit is not
being used.
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Preparation
Setup
Using the menu screen
2
ENTER
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.
4 Select the desired setting, then
press the joystick to enter the
selection.
3 Select the submenu item, then
move the joystick right or press
the joystick.
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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.
Language selection
NOV.15.2009
You can select the language displayed on the
screen.
1 Press the MENU button, then
select [LANGUAGE] and press
the joystick.
≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON]
The screen indications are selected as shown
in the illustration below.
[OFF] [ON]
A
SP
R 1h20m
0h00m00s
1h30m
2 Select [English] and press the
joystick.
Menu list
*1 It will be displayed only in the manual mode.
*2 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto
mode is set to on.
*3 It will be displayed only when the
[MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD CARD].
*4 It will be displayed only when the
[MEDIA SELECT] is set to [HDD].
Part of the menu will not be used depending on
the used functions. (l 100)
Motion picture recording menus
∫ [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE]
[REC MODE] (l 36)
[ASPECT] (l 48)
[CLOCK SET] (l 29)
[SET WORLD TIME] (l 30)
∫ [ADVANCED]
[D.ZOOM] (l 39)
[FACE FRA MING] (l 45)
[WIND CUT]
[GUIDE LINES]
[ZOOM MIC] (l 40)
[AUTO SLW SHTR]
[FADECOLOR] (l 44)
∫ [MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l 34)
[SD CARD] (l 34)
∫ [SETUP]
[DISPLAY]
*2
(l 48)
*2
*1
(l 51)
(l 48)
*2
(l 48)
NOV.15.2009
[DATE/TIME] (l 29)
[DATE FORMAT] (l 29)
[FORMATCARD]
*3
(l 71)
[QUICK START] (l 40)
[ECONOMY]
≥ [OFF] ≥ [5 MINUTES]
[OFF]:
The economy 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 economy function will not activate
when:
jconnected to AC adaptor
jusing the USB for PC, DVD burner, printer
jPRE-REC is used
*3
[AUDIO REC]
(l 35)
[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 98)
[POWER LCD] (l 31)
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[LCD SET] (l 31)
[EXT.DISPLAY] (l 73)
[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.
(Setting for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE]
will not be changed.)
[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 n o rm a l u se , set this func ti o n to
[OFF].
∫ [SETUP]
Refer to the motion picture recording menus.
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)
Motion picture playback menus
∫ [EDIT SCENE]
[LOCK SET] (l 61)
[SPLIT&DELETE]
[DELETE] (l 59)
(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)
[TVASPECT] (l 73)
[FORMATHDD]
[HDD STATUS]
For other items, refer to the motion picture
recording menus.
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)
*4
*4
(l 71)
*4
(l 71)
(l 62)
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)
Still picture recording menus
∫ [BASIC]
[SCENE MODE]
[PICTURE SIZE] (l 38)
[CLOCK SET] (l 29)
[SET WORLD TIME] (l 30)
∫ [ADVANCED]
[FACE FRA MING] (l 45)
[SHTR EFFECT] (l 38)
[AUTO SLW SHTR]
[GUIDE LINES]
∫ [MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l 37)
[SD CARD] (l 37)
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*1
(l 51)
*2
(l 48)
*2
(l 48)
Still picture playback menus
∫ [PICT. SETUP]
[LOCK SET] (l 67)
[DPOF SET]
[COPY] (l 69)
[DELETE] (l 59)
[SLIDE INTERVAL] (l 58)
∫ [MEDIA SELECT]
[HDD] (l 57)
[SD CARD] (l 57)
∫ [SETUP]
[TVASPECT] (l 73)
For other items, refer to the motion picture
recording menus.
∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)
*3
(l 68)
Preparation
Setup
Setting date and time
3
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 press the joystick. Perform steps 2 and 3 below to set the date and time.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .
1 Select the menu. (l 26)
[BASIC] # [CLOCK SET] # [YES]
2 Select the date or time, then
adjust the desired value with the
joystick.
≥ The year will change as follows:
2000, 2001, ..., 2099, 2000, ...
≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the time.
≥ [ ] appears on the right top of the screen
when [SET WORLD TIME] (l 30) is set to
[HOME], while [ ] appears when it is set to
[DESTINATION].
3 Press the joystick to enter the
selection.
≥ The clock function starts at [00] seconds when
the joystick is pressed.
4 Press the MENU button to finish
the setting.
≥ Check the date and time displayed.
∫ Changing the date format
Select the menu. (l 26)
[SETUP] # [DATE FO R MAT] # desired
display style
Display style Screen display
[Y/M/D] 2009.NOV.15
[M/D/Y] NOV.15.2009
[D/M/Y] 15.NOV.2009
≥ To set summer time, select summer time in
[HOME] for [SE T WORLD TIME] afte r s e t ti n g
the clock.
≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-
in lithium battery.
≥ If the time display is [- -], the built-in lithium
battery needs to be charged. Use the following
steps to charge the battery, and then set the
date and time.
To recharge the built-in lithium battery
Connect the AC adaptor or insert the battery to
the unit, and the built-in lithium battery will be
recharged. Leave the unit as it is for approx.
24 hours and the battery will save the date and
time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the mode
dial is set to OFF, the battery is still being
recharged.)
∫ Changing the date and time display m ode
Select the menu. (l 26)
[SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display
style
[DATE] [D/T] [OFF]
NOV.15.2009
NOV.15.2009 12:34 PM
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World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel
destination)
It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and
the travel destination.
1 Select the menu. (l 26)
[BASIC] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES]
≥ If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the
current time. (l 29)
≥ When the [HOME] (your home region) is not
set, such as the time for the initial settings, the
message appears. Press the joystick to move
to Step 3.
2 (Only when setting your home region)
destination appears after setting the home
region successively. If the home region has
already been set once, execute the menu
operation for Step 1.
5 (Only when setting the region of your travel
destination)
Select your travel destination
and enter the selection with the
joystick.
Select [HOME] and press the
joystick.
3 (Only when setting your home region)
Select your home region and
enter the selection with the
joystick.
≥ When the home is in summer time period,
move the joystick up. [ ] appears and
the summer time setting is turned on; the
clock is set forward by one hour. Move the
joystick up again to return to the normal
time setting.
≥ The current time appears on the left top of the
screen. The time difference from GMT
(Greenwich Mean Time) appears on the left
bottom of the screen.
4 (Only when setting the region of your travel
destination)
Select [DESTINATION] and press
the joystick.
≥ When the home region is set for the first time,
the screen for selecting home/travel
≥ When the destination is in summer time
period, move the joystick up. [ ]
appears and the summer time setting is
turned on; the clock is set forward by one
hour. Move the joystick up again to return
to the normal time setting.
≥ The local time at the selected travel destination
appears on the right top of the screen. The
time difference between the travel destination
and the home region appears on the left
bottom of the screen.
≥ Close the setting by pressing the MENU
button. [ ] appears and the time of the
travel destination is indicated.
To return the display to the home setting
Set the home region using Step 1 to 3, and close
the setting by pressing the MENU button.
≥ If you cannot find your travel destination in the
area shown on the screen, set it by using the
time difference from your home region.
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