Panasonic SDR-S10PC Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

SD Video Camera

Model No.SDR-S10P/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.
Be sure to retain this manual
as your convenient camera
information source.

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

Safety Precautions

WARNING:

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

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

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

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

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

WARNING

≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG

CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

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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: 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-S10P
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

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

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

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

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

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

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

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

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

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it will be
left 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 when the power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.

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Precautions

USE & LOCATION

WARNING

≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your

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

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
SD card and inside the unit.

≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR

THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON
WHEN NOT IN USE.

≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ...

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

CARE

≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not

use strong or abrasive detergents
when cleaning your camera body.

≥ TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not

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

≥ TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR

CAMERA ... Before handling your

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

∫ 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.

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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.

Battery

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.

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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.

∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions

SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”.

≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.
≥ miniSD Logo is a trademark.
≥ Microsoft

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

≥ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines

Corporation of the U.S.

≥ Celeron

trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries

≥ Apple and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc.
≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft

Corporation.

≥ 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.

®

, Windows® and DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks

®

, Intel®, Intel® CoreTM Solo and Pentium® are the registered trademarks or

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Contents

Before using

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

Features .....................................14

Water resistance..........................14

Shock proof .................................15

Accessories...............................16

Parts identification and

handling .....................................16

Attaching to a tripod ....................19

Using the LCD monitor ................ 20

SD card.......................................21

Concerning the cards that can

be used on this unit .....................21

Setup

Power supply.............................24

Inserting the battery and

charging the battery.....................24

Selecting a mode.......................28

Selecting a mode

(Turning the unit on/off) ............... 28

Quick start ...................................29

Inserting/removing an

SD card.......................................31

How to use the cursor

button .........................................32

Switching the language............38

Using the menu screen.............38

Setting date and time................40

Adjusting the LCD monitor ......41

Recording

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

Recording motion pictures ......45

Recording modes and recordable
time available for the motion

picture..........................................47

Recording still pictures............ 48

Picture quality for still picture

recording......................................49

Various recording

functions ................................... 50

Zoom in/out function....................50

Backlight compensation

function........................................51

Fade in/fade out function .............52

MagicPix function ........................53

Soft skin mode .............................53

Self-timer recording .....................54

Recording guideline function .......55

Wide mode ..................................55

Image stabilizer function ..............56

Wind noise reduction function .....57

Manual recording

functions ................................... 57

Scene mode ................................57

Manual focus adjustment.............59

White balance ..............................60

Manual shutter speed/aperture

adjustment ................................... 62

Playback

Motion picture playback .......... 64

Still picture playback................ 68

Editing

Editing ....................................... 70

Deleting scenes ...........................70

Locking scenes ............................ 72

DPOF setting ...............................73

Card management .................... 74

Formatting an SD card ................74

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With other products

Others

With a TV....................................75

Playback on TV ...........................75

With a DVD recorder .................77

Copying (dubbing) recordings

onto a DVD recorder ................... 77

With a VCR.................................78

Recording (dubbing) images

onto other video devices ............. 78

With a printer (PictBridge)........79

With a computer

With a computer (Windows).....82

What you can do with

a computer ..................................82

End User License

Agreement .................................83

Operating environment................ 84

Installing MotionSD STUDIO....... 86

Reading the MotionSD STUDIO

operating instructions .................. 88

Connection and recognition

procedures ..................................88

Verifying that the unit is correctly

recognized by the computer ........ 90

About the computer display......... 91

Using MotionSD STUDIO ............ 92

To disconnect the USB cable

safely...........................................93

Software uninstallation ................ 93

With a computer

(Macintosh)................................94

Operating environment................ 94

Menus ........................................ 95

Menu list ......................................95

Menus related to [SETUP] ........... 97

Indications ................................ 98

Indications ...................................98

Messages ..................................101

Functions that cannot be

used simultaneously .................. 103

Troubleshooting ..................... 104

Cautions for use......................111

Explanation of terms.............. 115

Specifications ......................... 117

Number of recordable pictures

on an SD card............................120

Optional accessories ............. 121

Accessory Order Form

(For USA Customers) ................122

Request for Service Notice

(USA Only)............................... 123

Limited Warranty

(For USA Customers)............. 124

Customer Services

Directory.................................. 126

Warranty

(For Canadian Customers) .... 127

Index ........................................ 128

Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guía española para

el uso rápido ........................... 130

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Before using

Before using

Quick Guide

∫ To insert/remove the

battery.

1 Slide the card/battery door lock to

OPEN and then open the card/
battery door.

≥ When the card/battery door does not

open, place your finger on the [ ] part
and open the card/battery door.

2 (To insert the battery)

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

3 (To remove the battery)

Slide the lock A in the direction of
the arrow and then remove the
battery.

A

BATT

4 Close the card/battery door and

then slide the card/battery door
lock to LOCK.

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Before using

A

∫ Charging the battery.

≥ Set the mode dial to OFF.

The battery cannot be charged
when this unit is turned on.

Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) A
to this unit and the AC outlet.

1

4.8V

A

1 Slide the terminal cover lock to

OPEN and then open the terminal
cover.

2 Connect the AC cable to the AC

adaptor, then the AC outlet.

3 Connect the AC adaptor to this unit’s

DC input terminal.

3

2

∫ How to turn on the power

Set the mode dial to , , or

.

≥ Align the desired symbol to the

position shown in the illustration.

∫ How to turn off the power

Set the mode dial to OFF.

∫ Inserting/removing the SD

card.

1 Slide the card/battery door lock to

OPEN and then open the card/
battery door.

≥ When the card/battery door does not

open, place your finger on the [ ] part
and open the card/battery door.

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Before using

2 Insert/remove the SD card into/

from the card slot.

A

≥ When inserting an SD card, Place

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

≥ When removing the SD card,

press the center of the SD card
and then pull it straight out.

3 Close the card/battery door and

then slide the card/battery door
lock to LOCK.

1 Press the record button to start

recording.

2 Press the record button again to

pause recording.

∫ Recording still pictures

≥ Rotate the mode dial to select .

∫ Recording motion pictures

≥ Rotate the mode dial to select .

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Press the record button.

Before using

∫ Motion picture playback

≥ Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Select the scene to be played

back.

2 Press the cursor button in the

center.

3 Press the cursor button to

operate.

∫ Still picture playback

≥ Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Select the file to be played back.

2 Press the cursor button in the

center.

3 Press the cursor button to

operate.

1/;: Playback/Pause
:: Skip playback (backward)
9: Skip playback (forward)
∫: Stops the playback and shows the

thumbnails.

1/;: Slide show start/pause.
E: Plays back the previous picture.
D: Plays back the next picture.
∫: Stops the playback and shows the

thumbnails.

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Before using

Features

Water resistance

This unit is a water-resistant video
camera complying with the IPX4
specifications* of the IEC 60529
“Degrees of protection provided by
enclosures (IP Code)”. Holding this unit
with wet hands or some water splashing
onto it will not cause it to malfunction, but
this unit cannot be used underwater.

* Water may be splashed onto this unit

from any direction without
causing it to malfunction.

This does not guarantee that the unit
is water resistant in all situations. If
there are drops of water or dirt on the
unit, wipe them off as soon as
possible with a soft dry cloth. Then let
the unit dry naturally:
≥ Do not pour water over this unit or

put the unit into water while
cleaning it

≥ The accessories are not water

resistant

Be particularly careful in the following
situations as they may cause the unit
to malfunction:
≥ When salt water, such as sea water,

splashes onto the unit

≥ When using the unit in places with

high humidity, such as a bathroom,
etc.

≥ When placing the unit in hot places

such as a poolside under the
blazing sun

≥ Use the unit with the Card/battery

door lock and the Terminal cover
lock in the LOCK position (l 18)

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Shock proof

This unit is a high shock-proof video
camera that passed a drop test* from a
height of 1.2 m (4 feet).

* This test confirmed to “MIL-STD 810F

Method 516.5 – Shock”. (The product
was dropped on top of 5 cm (2z) thick
plywood.)

This does not guarantee that the unit
will not be damaged or malfunction.
The water resistance of the unit may
be damaged depending on the force
of the shock from the fall, or if the unit
is repeatedly shocked. In this kind of
situation, consult the dealer who you
purchased this unit from.

Before using

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Before using

Accessories

Check the accessories before using this
unit.

SD Memory Card
(2 GB)

Battery pack

VW-VBJ10

AC adaptor

VSK0688

AC cable

K2CA2CA00029 or
K2CA2CA00025

AV cable

K2KZ9CB00002

2-way hand strap

VFC4260

USB cable

K2KZ4CB00011

CD-ROM

Parts identification and handling

1

2

3

1Lens
2 White balance sensor (l 61)
3 Microphone (built-in, stereo)

5

4

6

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7

4 LCD monitor open part (l 20)
5 Status indicator (l 28)
6 Record button (l 45, 48)
7 Strap fixture (l 19)

8

8 When recording:

Zoom button [W/T] (l 50)
When playing back:
Volume button [sVOLr] (l 66)

13

14

9 10 11 12

9 Attachment screw for tripod

adaptor (l 19)

10 Card access lamp [ACCESS]

(l 32, 89)

11 Card/battery door lock [LOCK 21

OPEN] (l 18, 26, 31)

12 Card/battery door (l 18, 26, 31)
13 Battery slot [BATT] (l 24)
14 Card slot [SD CARD] (l 31)

Before using

15 17 1816 19

222120

15 LCD monitor (l 20)

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 afrct
the recorded picture.

16 Delete button [ ] (l 70)
17 Speaker
18 Mode select buttons [AUTO]/

[MANUAL AF/MF] (l 44, 57, 59)
19 Mode dial (l 28)
20 Reset button [RESET] (l 109)
21 Cursor button (l 32)
22 Menu button [MENU] (l 38)

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Before using

24

23

25

28

26
27

23 Terminal cover
24 Terminal cover lock [LOCK 21

OPEN] (l 75, 78, 79, 88)

25 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]

(l 75, 78)

26 USB terminal [ ] (l 80, 89)
27 DC input terminal [DC IN 4.8V]

(l 25)

28 Sub record button (l 43)

≥ This button makes it easier to

record from a non-standard or
lower position, for example at
waist level.

∫ About the Card/battery

door and the Terminal

cover

If dirt, dust or liquids such as water get
inside the Card/battery door or the
Terminal cover, it may cause the unit to
malfunction. Be careful about the
following.
≥ Use the unit with the Card/battery door

lock and the Terminal cover lock in the
LOCK position.

≥ When opening the Card/battery door

or the Terminal cover, thoroughly wipe
off any drops of water or dirt on the unit
and open them where water or sand
will not splash onto the unit. Also, wipe
your hands thoroughly if they are wet
before you open the door or the cover.

≥ When closing the Terminal cover, be

sure to insert 1 as shown in the
illustration.

1

≥ If dirt or sand gets inside the Card/

battery door or the Terminal cover,
wipe off the dirt or sand before closing
the door or the cover.

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The water resistance (l 14) may be
damaged if the water resistant
packing (sealing materials) or the
exterior is damaged or dented. In this
kind of situation, consult the dealer
who you purchased this unit from.

Before using

2

Strap fixture

We recommend using the 2-way hand
strap (supplied) to prevent the unit from
dropping.

Attach the 2-way hand strap 1 to
this unit.

1

∫ To use as a grip belt.

1 Attach the tripod adaptor 2 to

the attachment screw for
tripod adaptor on this unit.

2 Pass your hand between the

strap and the unit and then
pull the length adjustment tab

3.

Attaching to a tripod

To use a tripod (optional), the tripod
adaptor on the 2-way hand strap
(supplied) must be attached to this unit.
(Please carefully read the operating
instructions for how to attach the unit to
the tripod.)

1 Attach the 2-way hand strap

and the tripod adaptor to the

unit.

2 Attach camera base 2 on the

tripod to the tripod receptacle

1 on the adaptor.

1

2

To detach from the tripod

When detaching from the tripod, only the
unit may detach and the adaptor may not
detach. In this case, use the length
adjustment tab to turn the adaptor and
detach it from the tripod.

3

≥

When the tripod is used, the card/battery
door cannot be opened. Insert an SD
card and the battery before attaching this
unit to the tripod. (

l

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Before using

Using the LCD monitor

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

1 Place your finger on the LCD

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

A

≥ It can open up to 90o.

2 Adjust the angle of the LCD

monitor as desired.

≥ It can rotate up to 90o A towards

the lens or 90o B towards the
opposite direction.

A

B

≥ The brightness and color level of the

LCD monitor can be adjusted from the
menu. (l 41)

≥ The unit may be damaged or fail if the

LCD monitor is forcibly opened or
rotated.

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Before using

SD card

This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to an SD card.

Concerning the cards that can be used on this unit

SD Memory Card

Capacity 8MB,

16 MB

Recording
motion
pictures

Recording
still pictures

*1 Cannot be guaranteed in operation. The recording may suddenly stop during

motion picture recording depending on the SD card you use.

*2 Refer to “About SD cards that you can use for motion picture recording.”

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.)

≥ 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 want to use a 4 GB Memory Card, 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 computer), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be
able to use the SD card. (l 74) (Do not format it on a computer, etc.)

≥ When using an SD card on which data has been written many times, the remaining

time left for recording may be reduced.

≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
≥ A MultiMediaCard cannot be used on this unit.

32 MB, 64 MB,

128 MB

– ¥

256 MB, 512 MB

1GB, 2GB

*1

¥

¥: available –: not available

¥

SDHC

Memory Card

4GB

*2

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Before using

≥ When the write-protect switch A on SD card is locked, no

recording, deleting or editing will be possible on the card.

A

∫ 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.)

Pro High

Speed

SD Memory

Card

256 MB – RP-SDH256 RP-SDR256 –

512 MB RP-SDK512 RP-SDH512¢ RP-SDR512 –

1GB

2GB

4GB –––

¢No longer made.
≥ 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 4 GB other than the ones mentioned above

RP-SDK01G
RP-SDV01G

RP-SDK02G
RP-SDV02G

Super High

Speed

SD Memory

Card

RP-SDH01G

–

High Speed
SD Memory

Card

RP-SDQ01G¢

RP-SDR01G

RP-SDQ02G¢

RP-SDR02G
RP-SDM02G

SDHC Memory

Card

–

–

RP-SDR04G
RP-SDM04G

RP-SDV04G

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Before using

∫ Handling precautions

≥ 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 place 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.
≥ Put the card back in its bag or case for protection when not using it.
≥ Electrical noise, static electricity, or the failure of this unit or the SD card may damage

or erase the data stored on the SD card. Save important data recorded on this unit to

a computer using the USB cable (supplied), MotionSD STUDIO etc. (l 82)

(We recommend using MotionSD STUDIO etc. to acquire data recorded on this unit.)

∫ (SD Speed Class Rating Class 2)

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

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Setup

Power supply

Inserting the battery
and charging the
battery

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

¬Rotate the mode dial to select

OFF.

≥ The battery will not be charged if the

power is turned on.
≥ Always use genuine Panasonic

batteries (l 27).

1 Slide the card/battery door

lock to OPEN and then open
the card/battery door.

2 Insert the battery until it clicks

paying attention to the
direction of the battery.

3 Close the card/battery door

and then slide the card/battery
door lock to LOCK.

≥ When the card/battery door does not

open, place your finger on the [ ] part

and open the card/battery door.

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4 Connect the AC adaptor

A

(supplied) A to this unit and
the AC outlet.

1

B

Setup

≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot

guarantee the quality of this product.

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.

4.8V

A

3

2

C

1

Slide the terminal cover lock to OPEN
and then open the terminal cover.

2 Connect the AC cable to the AC

adaptor, then the AC outlet.

3 Connect the AC adaptor to this unit’s

DC input terminal.
≥ The status indicator B starts

blinking in red at intervals of about
2 seconds to signal that charging
has commenced. Charging is
completed when the lamp goes off.

≥ The output plug of the AC cable is

not completely connected to the
AC adaptor jack. As shown in C,
there is a gap.

≥ Do not use the AC cable with any

other equipment as it is designed
only for this unit. Do not use an AC
cable from other equipment with
this unit.

≥ Battery charging time (l 27)
≥ We recommend using Panasonic

batteries. (VW-VBJ10)

∫ About charging errors

When the status indicator flashes
rapidly or slowly, one of the following
situations may be to blame.

When the status indicator flashes at
intervals of about 6 seconds (on for
about 3 sec. and off for about 3 sec.):

≥ The battery may have excessively

discharged. It can be recharged but in
some cases it may take several hours
until regular charging commences.

≥ The battery temperature or the

ambient temperature may be
extremely high or low and charging
may take time.

When the status indicator flashes at
intervals of about 0.5 second (on for
about 0.25 sec. and off for about 0.25
sec.):

≥ The battery has not been recharged.

Remove the battery from the unit, and
try charging it again.

≥ The battery temperature or ambient

temperature may be extremely high or
low. Wait until the appropriate
temperature is restored before
charging the battery again. If the
battery still fails to charge, something
may be wrong with the unit, battery, AC
adaptor etc. Contact your dealer.

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When the status indicator is off:

≥ Charging is completed.
≥ When the status indicator does not

flash, reinsert the battery or the AC

adaptor. If the status indicator still does

not flash, there may be a problem with

the battery or the AC adaptor. Contact

your dealer.

∫ Connecting to the AC

outlet

Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF
when connecting the AC adaptor to
this unit.

If you turn on this unit while charging the
battery using the AC adaptor, you can
use the power supplied from the AC
outlet to power the unit for use. (While it
is in use, the battery will not be charged.)

To remove the battery

≥ Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF

and check that the status indicator is

off before removing the battery.

1 Slide the card/battery door

lock in the direction of arrow
and then open the card/battery
door.

2 Slide the lock A in the

direction of the arrow and
then remove the battery.

A

BATT

3 Close the card/battery door

and then slide the card/battery
door lock in the direction of
the arrow.

≥ When the card/battery door does not

open, place your finger on the [ ] part

and open the card/battery door.

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Charging time and recordable time

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

∫ Charging time

Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time

Supplied battery/

VW-VBJ10 (optional)

≥ The charging time shown in the table are approximations.
≥ “2 h 10 min” indicates 2 hours 10 minutes.

3.6 V/1000 mAh 2 h 10 min

∫ Recordable time

≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/

stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, pressing the zoom button, etc.

Battery model number

Supplied battery/

VW-VBJ10 (optional)

≥ The recordable time shown in the table are approximations.
≥ “1 h 10 min” indicates 1 hour 10 minutes.

≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.

####.

If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash.
≥ The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. These times are

approximations. The recordable time will become shorter when you use this unit with

the LCD monitor lit up with the [POWER LCD] setting on.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This unit will also heat up while being

used. This is not a malfunction.
≥ Be aware that the operating time of the battery will become shorter in low

temperatures. We recommend charging a spare battery for use when recording.

Vol ta ge/
capacity

3.6 V/

1000 mAh

Maximum

continuously

recordable

time

1h10min 40min

Actual

recordable

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Setup

A

A

Selecting a mode

Selecting a mode
(Turning the unit on/off)

Rotate the mode dial to video recording,
video playback, picture recording, picture
playback or power OFF.
Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely.

How to turn on the power

Set the mode dial to , ,
or .

≥ Align the desired symbol to the

position shown in the illustration.

The status indicator A
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 40)

lights and the

How to turn off the power

Set the mode dial to OFF.

The status indicator A goes off when the
power turns off.

Video recording mode (l 45)

Use this to record motion
pictures.

Video playback mode (l 64)

Use this to play back motion
pictures.

Picture recording mode (l 48)

Use this to record still pictures.

Picture playback mode (l 68)

Use this to play back still
pictures.

OFF The power turns off.

≥ Do not forcefully rotate the dial.

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How to turn the power on
and off with the LCD
monitor

The power can be turned on and off with
the LCD monitor when the mode dial is
set to or .

∫ To turn on the power

Open the LCD monitor.

The status indicator lights and the power
turns on.

∫ To turn off the power

Close the LCD monitor.

Quick start

When quick start is ON the battery power
is still being consumed, even when the
LCD monitor is closed.
This unit will resume recording/pause
mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD
monitor is reopened.

≥ When in quick start standby mode,

about half of the power used in
recording pause mode is being
consumed, so the recording time
will be reduced.

≥ This is only activated in the

following cases.

jWhile using the battery

When the mode dial is set to or

and an SD card is inserted.

jWhile using the AC adaptor

When the mode dial is set to or

, quick start can be used even if

an SD card is not inserted.

1 Press the MENU button then

select [SETUP] #
[QUICK START] # [ON] and
then press the cursor button
in the center.

The status indicator goes off and the
power turns off. (If [QUICK START] is set
to [ON], the unit goes into quick start
standby mode and the status indicator
flashes green.)
≥ The power will not turn off while

recording motion pictures even if the

LCD monitor is closed.

Set the mode dial to OFF when the
unit is not being used.

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2 Close the LCD monitor while

the mode dial is set to or

.

A

The status indicator A flashes green and
the unit goes into quick start standby
mode.

3 Open the LCD monitor.

A

The status indicator A lights red and the
unit is put into recording pause approx.

1.7 seconds after it is turned on.

≥ Quick start standby mode is canceled,

the status indicator goes off and the
power turns off in the following cases.

jWhen the mode dial is switched.

≥ When this unit is quick-started with the

white balance on automatic, it may
take some time until the white balance
is adjusted if the scene being recorded
has a light source different from the
scene last recorded. (When the
MagicPix function is used, however,
the white balance of the scene last
recorded is retained.)

≥ When this unit is quick-started, the

zoom magnification becomes 1k and
the view may differ from what it was
before quick start standby mode.

≥ If [POWER SAVE] is set to

[5 MINUTES] and the unit
automatically goes into quick start
standby mode, close the LCD monitor
and then open it again.

To cancel Quick start

Press the MENU button then [SETUP]

#

[QUICK START] # [OFF] and then

press the cursor button in the center.
≥ The status indicator goes off and the

power turns off if the mode dial is set to

OFF while the unit is in quick start

standby mode.
≥ The status indicator goes off and the

power turns off if quick start standby

mode continues for approx. 5 minutes.

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