Panasonic SDR-SW20 Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions

SD Video Camera

Model No. SDR-SW20

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com

EB EP GC GN

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic SD Video Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your SD Video Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Caution for AC mains lead (For United Kingdom)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety

and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.Should the fuse need to be replaced

please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below.If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

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Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1) Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

EMC Electric and magnetic compatibility

This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate. (EB/EP only) IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE

REPLACED WITH AN ELECTRICALLY APPROVED POWER CORD.

Use only the recommended accessories.

● Do not use any other AV cables and USB connection cables except the

supplied one.

● When you use the cable which are sold separately, please make sure to use

the one whose length is less than 3 m.

● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

2) Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

How to replace the Fuse(Only for Hong Kong Special

Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia)

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1) Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

2) Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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Information for your safety

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

● DO NOT EXPOSE ACCESSORIES (AC ADAPTOR, AC CABLE, BATTERY PACK, SD MEMORY CARD AND ETC.) TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THEM.

● 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.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 ˚C or incinerate.

CAUTION!

● DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILTIN 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.

● DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

● DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

● DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

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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PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT

● 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.

● 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.

For the purposes of these operating instructions

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

Camera and SD card (sold separately) temperature

After use and battery charging, the battery will be hot. Also, during use, although the unit’s body and SD card become hot, there is nothing wrong with the unit.

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.

Built-in lithium battery

WARNING

THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC SUPPLIER.

(For Australia)

WARNING

THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS UNIT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. IF THIS IS NECESSARY, CONTACT THE PANASONIC CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE ON 132600 FOR YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE.

• SDHC Logo is a trademark.

• miniSD Logo is a trademark.

• Microsoft 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 MacOS 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 of the

, Intel®, Intel® Core™ Solo and Pentium® are the registered trademarks or

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(IMPORTANT) Water resistance

Water resistance

The water-resistance and dustproofing of this unit comply with IP58 of IEC 60529 “Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)”. The unit passed water-resistance tests (IEC 60529), in which it was submerged to a depth of 1.5 m for 30 minutes, and dustproof tests (IP Code: IP58) in accordance with Panasonic standards, but this does not guarantee that the unit will not be destroyed or damaged by contact with water and dust. Observe the following precautions and avoid use in water pressure above the guaranteed performance level and in very dusty environments. (Accessories are not water-resistant.) The penetration of water into the unit due to mishandling by the user is not covered by the guarantee given for the unit’s water resistance performance. If water should penetrate the unit, stop using the unit, and consult the dealer from whom you purchased the unit.

Underwater use

• Use the unit at depths no deeper than 1.5 m in water of 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C.

Do not use it underwater for 30 continuous minutes or longer. After use underwater, wipe off adhering water and dry in a well-ventilated location before using the unit underwater again.

• Do not open the card/battery door or the terminal cover underwater.

• Do not impact the unit against anything underwater. (Impacts may lead to water infiltration.)

• Do not dive or jump into water with the unit in your hands. Also, do not use the unit in swift currents, waterfalls or other places where exposed to high water pressure. (Doing so may subject the unit to high water pressure levels which may lead to damage.)

• Securely attach the strap when submerging in water so as not to lose hold of the unit.

Care after underwater use

• Promptly wipe off any detergent, soap, hot spring water, bath liquids, suntan oil, sun block, medicines or other chemicals that splash on the unit. (The unit’s water-resistance is effective only in fresh and saltwater.)

• After use in water or near the sea, swish in fresh water (in a shallow container) with the LCD monitor open and closed to rinse off salt water, sand and other matter, then let soak for 30 minutes or less. After that, wipe off water with a dry cloth. (Washing the unit in soap or neutral detergents or leaving the unit with salt water adhering to it can cause corrosion, discolouring and degrade water-resistant performance.) After rinsing, set the unit with the drain port facing downward in a wellventilated shady place to dry. Drying with the hot air of a hairdryer or other device can cause deformation and degrade water-resistant performance. Water may run from the drain port (P.11) if the unit is not dry on the inside.

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Handling

•

Avoid impacting the unit against anything, for example, when carrying it by the strap. Strong impacts can deform the unit’s body and degrade water-resistant performance.The unit’s water resistance performance will no longer be guaranteed in the event that the unit has been dropped or otherwise subjected to strong impact.

•

Do not leave the unit where exposed to low temperatures of 0 °C and below or high temperatures of 40 °C and above. (Extreme temperatures can degrade waterresistant performance.) In particular, do not leave the unit sitting on sandy beaches or in a sun-heated car. (The unit can become hot and sand can adhere to it.)

• Do not insert pointed objects into the microphone or speaker holes. (The internal water-resistant sheet can be damaged and compromise waterresistant performance.)

• Do not plug the unit in or unplug it with wet hands.

Replacing the water-resistant packing

The performance of the unit’s water-resistant packing degrades over the course of 18 months or more. It is recommended to have your dealer replace this packing (you will be charged for this) at least once every 18 months.

Card/Battery door and terminal cover

• Slide the lock to the OPEN side and lift the projection with a finger to open.

•

When closing, be careful that sand, hair, dust and other foreign matter are not trapped in the door and the cover, and press [ prevent water infiltration. (Check that the red marker of the lock is no longer visible.)

OK NG

OPEN OPEN

] until hearing them snap closed, to

Check that the red marker of the lock is no longer visible.

Projection

Press

here.

• Do not open and close the card/battery door and terminal cover with wet hands or when in or near water.

• If the unit is wet, wipe off water before opening the card/battery door and terminal cover.

• If water gets inside the compartments, wipe completely dry before closing the covers.

OPEN

Press here.

Projection

OPEN

Lens, microphone and speaker

• Wipe water and dirt from the lens with a cleaning cloth before recording.

• The sound may be muffled or distorted by water droplets on the microphone or speaker. In such a case, wipe off water and dry the unit before using it.

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Contents

Caution for AC mains lead

(For United Kingdom) ................. 2

Information for your safety ........ 4

PRECAUTIONS ........................... 5

Before using

(IMPORTANT) Water resistance

Accessories .............................. 10

Parts identification and

handling ..................................... 10

Using the 2-way hand strap

(supplied) ................................. 12

Using the LCD monitor ............. 12

Sales and Support Information

(For United Kingdom) ............... 13

Optional accessories ................ 13

Applicable SD cards

(sold separately) ....................... 14

.. 6

Setup

Charging .................................... 16

Charging time, recordable time and Remaining battery capacity

indication ................................... 18

Inserting/Removing SD cards

(sold separately) ....................... 19

Turning the unit ON/OFF

(Selecting modes)..................... 20

Quick starts .............................. 21

Setting from the menu, the display language Setting the date and time and adjusting the LCD monitor

changing

.................. 22

......... 24

Recording

Before recording....................... 26

Basic stance ............................. 26

Taking pictures underwater ...... 26

Automatic recording

(motion pictures) ...................... 28

Recording mode and recording

times ......................................... 29

Automatic recording

(still pictures) ............................ 30

Picture quality ........................... 31

Zoom/avoid jitter/maintain picture brightness in dark

locations .................................... 32

Other recording options .......... 34

Fade-in/Fade-out ...................... 35

Backlight compensation

function ..................................... 36

Self-timer .................................. 36

Soft skin mode ......................... 37

Colour night view function ........ 37

Recording manually

(motion/still pictures) ............... 38

Adjusting focus manually

(manual focus adjustment) ....... 38

Using situation-specific settings

(scene mode) ........................... 39

Achieve natural colours

(white balance) ......................... 40

Adjusting shutter speed

(shutter speed) ......................... 42

Adjusting brightness

(iris/gain) .................................. 43

Useful functions ....................... 44

Recording dates and times at travel destinations

(set world time) ......................... 44

View slants and composition

(guide lines) .............................. 45

Avoid wind noise (wind noise

reduction function) .................... 45

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Playback

Viewing motion pictures .......... 46

Displaying thumbnails by date Fast forward/rewind playback .. 48

Slow-motion playback .............. 48

Frame-by-frame playback ........ 48

Resuming the previous

playback ................................... 48

Viewing still pictures ................ 49

.. 47

Editing

Deleting motion/still pictures .. 50

Deleting one picture at a time .. 50

Deleting all pictures .................. 51

Selecting and deleting multiple

pictures ..................................... 51

Preventing accidental deletion of motion/still pictures

Formatting cards ...................... 52

Setting DPOF for still pictures

.. 53

With other products

Playback on TV ......................... 54

Copying to video recorders or

DVD recorders .......................... 55

Printing pictures from

PictBridge printers ................... 56

Using DVD burners

(sold separately) ....................... 58

With a computer

Software on the CD-ROM ......... 64

End User License Agreement .. 65

Operating environment ............ 66

Installing MotionSD STUDIO ... 68

Using MotionSD STUDIO ......... 70

Using this unit as an external

drive (Mass storage)................. 72

Checking the connections ....... 74

Connecting to a Macintosh

computer ................................... 75

Others

Menus ........................................ 76

Recording menu ....................... 76

Playback menu ......................... 76

SETUP menu ........................... 78

LCD monitor displays .............. 80

When recording ........................ 80

During playback ....................... 81

Messages .................................. 82

Troubleshooting ...................... 84

Cautions for use ....................... 90

Specifications ........................... 94

Index .......................................... 96

Before usingSetupRecordingPlaybackEditingWith other

products

With a

Others

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computer

Accessories

Parts identification

Make sure all of the following accessories were included in the product package. (Accessories are not water-resistant.)

• Battery pack VW-VBJ10

• AC adaptor VSK0695

• AC cable K2CT3CA00004

(EB/GC)

United Kingdom and Hong Kong

Special Administrative Region of China and Saudi Arabia

K2CJ2DA00008

(GN)

Australia and New Zealand

K2CQ2CA00006

(EP/GC)

Areas other than United Kingdom,

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, Saudi Arabia, Australia and New Zealand

K2CP2YY00001

(GJ)

Thailand

• AV cable

K2KZ9CB00002

Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (P.54, 55)

USB terminal

] (P.56, 59, 70)

[

DC input terminal [DC IN 5.0 V] (P.17)

• Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

Card access lamp [ACCESS] (P.19, 27)

Card/Battery door lock

] (P.7, 16, 19)

[

Card/Battery door (P.7, 16, 19)

Card slot [SD CARD] (P.19)

• 2-way hand strap VFC4295

• USB cable K2KZ4CB00011

• CD-ROM

Optional accessories (P.13)

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Battery slot [BATTERY] (P.16)

Tripod mounting hole

For tripod (sold separately) mounting instructions, see the user’s guide of the tripod. (With some tripods, the card/ battery door cannot be opened when the unit is mounted on the tripod. In such case, insert the SD card and battery before mounting the unit on the tripod.)

and handling

Terminal cover lock [

] (P.7, 17)

Terminal cover (P.7, 17)

Drain port (P.6)

Speaker

LCD monitor (P.12)

Menu button [MENU] (P.22)

Cursor buttons (P.22)

Underwater button [UNDERWATER] (P.41)

Auto button [AUTO] (P.38)

Delete button

] (P.50)

[

Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (P.38)

Lens

White balance sensor (P.26)

Microphone (built-in, stereo)

Sub record button (P.26)

(Same as record button)

When recording: Zoom button

[T/W] (P.32)

During playback: Volume button

[+VOL–] (P.46)

Status indicator (P.17, 20, 21) Record button (P.28, 30)

Strap fixture (P.12)

Mode dial (P.20)

: Motion picture

recording (P.28)

: Motion picture

playback (P.46)

: Still picture recording

(P.30)

: Still picture playback

(P.49)

: Turning the unit OFF

(P.20)

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Parts identification and handling (cont.)

Using the 2-way hand strap (supplied)

Using as strap

Fit over your wrist and adjust the

length of the strap.

Using as a grip belt

Screw the adaptor hanging from

the strap into the tripod hole.

Using the LCD monitor

Images can be checked on the LCD monitor when recording.

Open the LCD monitor.

Fit over your hand and adjust the

length of the strap.

Adjust the angle.

Up to 90 ˚

Hold [ ] to

open.

Up to 90 ˚

● Opening the LCD monitor beyond the mechanical limit or turning it more than

90 ˚ may allow water to infiltrate and damage the mechanism.

● Brightness and colour density can be adjusted. (P.25)

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Sales and Support Information

(For United Kingdom)

Customer Care Centre

● For customers within the UK: 08705 357357

● For customers within the Republic of lreland: 01 289 8333

● Visit our website for product information

● E-mail:

customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

Technical Support for AV Software

● For UK, ROI: 08701 505610

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

● Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and

confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday–Thursday 9.00 a.m.–5.30 p.m., Friday 9.30 a.m.– 5.30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)

● Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at

www.panasonic.co.uk.

● Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

● All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by

Panasonic UK Ltd.

● It couldn’t be simpler!

● Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of

finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee? Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.

Optional accessories

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

Battery pack (VW-VBJ10)

SD Memory card / SDHC Memory card Applicable SD cards (P.14)

Tripod (VW-CT45E)

DVD burner (VW-BN1)

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Applicable SD cards (sold separately)

The following SD and SDHC Memory Cards can be used.

Type of card Capacity

256 MB SD Memory Card (SD speed Class 2 or higher recommended)

SDHC Memory Card (Use cards bearing the

• 8 MB and 16 MB SD Memory Cards are for still picture recording only.

• With 32 MB, 64 MB and 128 MB SD Memory Cards, still pictures can be recorded, but motion picture recording may stop during use.

• Multimedia cards cannot be used.

logo.)

Recommended Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards

(as of December 2007)

The following Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards and SD speed Class 2 or higher Memory Cards are recommended for this unit. With other types of SD cards, motion picture recording may stop during use.

SD Memory Card SD/SDHC Memory Card

High Speed Class 2 Class 4 Class 6

256 MB RP-SDH256 RP-SDR256 ―― 512 MB RP-SDK512 RP-SDR512 ――

1 GB RP-SDH01G RP-SDR01G ― RP-SDV01G

2 GB RP-SDK02G RP-SDR02G RP-SDM02G RP-SDV02G 4 GB ― RP-SDR04G RP-SDM04G RP-SDV04G 8 GB ―――RP-SDV08G

16 GB ―――RP-SDV16G

512 MB

1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB

16 GB

● Please confirm the latest information on the following website. (This website is in English only.)

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam

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Precautions in handling

• Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. Also, prevent dirt, water and foreign matter from adhering to terminals.

• Do not leave cards in the following areas:

· Where exposed to direct sunlight

· Humid or dusty places

· Near heaters and sources of heat

· Where subjected to sharp temperature changes (condensation can occur)

· Where exposed to static electricity or electromagnetic waves

• After use, return cards to their pouch or case.

• SD card data may be corrupted or lost due to electrical noise, static electricity, damage to the unit or card, etc. Save important data on a PC using the supplied USB cable, MotionSD STUDIO, etc. (P.70)

Write-protecting cards

When the write-protect switch on the SD card is set to the LOCK position, data cannot be written onto or deleted from the card, and the card cannot be formatted.

Write-protect switch

● SDHC Memory Cards can be used only with SDHC devices.

Be careful when sharing cards between devices.

● Be sure to format SD cards with this unit only.

If cards are formatted on a PC or other device, recording may take time and

the card may become unusable with the unit.

● Before using an SD card from another device, copy the data onto a PC or

other storage device and then format the card with this unit.

● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

● This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted to FAT12 or FAT16 file

systems and SDHC Memory Cards formatted to a FAT32 file system.

● SD speed Class 2 Class 2 speed standard for SD cards. This and higher types of SD cards

operate stably in devices for which Class 2 or higher SD cards are recommended such as this unit.

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Setup

The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. Insert the battery into the unit and charge it.

Set the mode dial to [OFF].

The unit runs on AC power (status indicator lit red) and the battery cannot be charged when the mode dial is set to any position other than [OFF].

Open the card/battery

door.

Slide the lock to the OPEN side and lift the projection with a finger to open.

Insert the battery.

Ensure that battery is oriented correctly, and push it into the compartment in the direction of the [▲] until it snaps into place and it is locked by the lever.

( To remove the battery,

press the lever downward.)

Close the card/battery

door.

Press [ ] until hearing the door snap closed.

Charging

Lever

OPEN

Projection

Press here.

OPEN

Check that the red marker of the lock is

Connect the AC adaptor

(supplied).

Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and then to an AC outlet.

To AC outlet

＊ Do not use the AC cable and AC adaptor of this unit with other devices. Also, do not use

the AC cables and AC adaptors of other devices with this unit.

no longer visible.

AC cable

Small gap here.

AC adaptor

＊

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The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to charge it before use. For charging time (P.18)

We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (VW-VBJ10) 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.

● Do not heat or expose to flame.

● Do not leave the battery in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long

period of time with doors and windows closed.

Open the terminal cover.

Slide the lock to the OPEN side and lift the projection with a finger to open.

Plug the DC plug into the DC

input terminal on the unit.

Status indicator

Flashing red at approx. 1 second intervals : Charging in progress Off : Charging complete

If the status indicator does the following:

Does not flash:

Remove and reinsert the battery, and disconnect and reconnect the AC adaptor.

If the status indicator still does not flash, contact your dealer.

Flashes rapidly at approx. 0.25 seconds intervals:

The battery cannot be charged. Try doing the following.

• Remove and reinsert the battery, and try recharging the battery.

• The battery temperature or surrounding temperature is too high/low, therefore wait until the unit and the battery are at suitable temperatures and try recharging the battery.

If battery charging still does not commence, contact your dealer.

Flashes slowly at approx. 3 seconds intervals:

Charging requires time for the following reasons:

• The battery has been excessively discharged.

• The battery temperature or ambient temperature is too high/low.

● If power to the unit is activated while the battery is charging, the AC power

supply will be used and charging interrupted.

OPEN

Projection

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Setup

Charging time and recordable time

Times are given for a temperature of 25 ˚C and humidity of 60 %. The charging time shown in the table are approximations. In high or low temperatures, charging requires more time.

● Supplied battery VW-VBJ10 (3.6 V, 1000 mAh)

Charging time Approx. 2 hours 15 minutes

Recordable time

● Actual recordable time includes recording and stopping, turning the unit ON/

OFF, zooming and other operations.

● Recordable time varies according to conditions of use. For example, the

recordable time shortens when the [POWER LCD] setting is on while recording.

● The recordable time shortens in some environments (i.e., low temperatures,

etc.), therefore it is recommended to charge a spare battery.

Remaining battery capacity indication

The battery indication changes, as the remaining battery power decreases.

High Low

Charging time, recordable time and

Remaining battery capacity indication

Maximum continuously

recordable time

Approx. 1 hour 10 minutes Approx. 40 minutes

Actual recordable time

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Flashing (Charge battery.)

Setup

SD cards are sold separately. Preparations: Set the mode dial to [OFF].

Inserting or removing an SD card with the power ON may damage the unit and destroy data on the card.

Open the card/battery

door.

Slide the lock to the OPEN side and lift the projection with a finger to open.

Insert/Remove the SD

card.

• To insert: Face the label upwards and slide

the card in straight until hearing it catch.

• To remove: Press the centre of the SD card and

pull the card out straight.

(Check that the status indicator is out.)

Inserting/Removing SD

cards (sold separately)

Place label upwards.

OPEN

Projection

Close the card/battery

door.

• Press [ ] until hearing the door snap closed.

• If the door does not close completely, remove the SD card, check its orientation and reinsert it into the slot.

● While the card access lamp is lit, reading, recording, playback, deletion or other processing is being executed. Performing the following operations while the lamp is lit may damage the SD card and its content and the unit may not function properly.

• Turning off the unit

• Removing battery or AC adaptor

• Opening card/battery door and removing SD card

• Rotating the mode dial

• Shaking or impacting the unit

Check that the red marker of

the lock is no longer visible.

Card access lamp

Press here.

OPEN

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Setup

Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely to the desired position without turning it recklessly.

Status indicator

• When turning the unit ON: Lit red

(When selecting

• When turning the unit OFF: Off

● The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting

you to set the date and time. (P.24)

Turning the unit ON/OFF

(Selecting modes)

Set to icon of desired mode.

Turning the unit OFF

Motion picture recording mode (P.28)

Motion picture playback mode (P.46)

Still picture recording mode

)

(P.30) Still picture playback mode

(P.49)

Turning the unit ON/OFF from the LCD monitor

When [ ] or [ ] is selected, the unit turns ON when the LCD monitor is opened and OFF when it is closed. (During motion picture recording, the unit does not turn OFF when the LCD monitor is closed.)

• When [QUICK START] (next page) is [ON], the unit goes on quick start standby when the LCD monitor is closed.

• When not in use, set the mode dial to [OFF].

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Rotate the mode dial to motion picture recording/playback, still picture recording/playback or turning the unit OFF.

Quick starts

Quick starts are available when the mode is set to [ ] and [ ]. When [QUICK START] is [ON], the unit responds as follows to LCD monitor operations:

LCD monitor

operation

When opened Shooting can start in approx. 0.6 second. Lit red

When closed

＊ The unit consumes about half as much power as when recording is stopped.

The unit goes on quick start standby

Unit response

＊

Status

indicator

Flashing green

Setting [QUICK START]

Make settings from the menus. (P.22)

START]→[ON] (To turn OFF, select [OFF].)

• [QUICK START] is [ON] at the time of purchase.

● The quick start standby is cancelled and the unit turns OFF (status indicator

out) in the following situations.

• When quick start standby mode continues for more than about 5 minutes

• When the mode dial is rotated

● When white balance is set to [

source differs from that prior to quick starting, because automatic adjustments are performed. (However, automatic adjustments are not performed when using the Colour night view function.)

● Starting may require more time than usual if the unit is impacted.

● Zoom magnification becomes 1x after quick starts.

● If [POWER SAVE] (P.78) is set to [5 MINUTES] and the unit automatically

goes on quick start standby, close and reopen the LCD monitor.

], quick starts require more time if the light

→[SETUP]→[QUICK

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Setup

The menu cannot be displayed during recording or playback. For menu items (P.76 “Menu List”)

Setting from the menu,

changing the display language

Display the menu.

The menu displayed differs according to mode.

Select the top menu.

To return to the previous screen

To quit an operation halfway

through

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(Top menu for [ ] and [ ] modes)

Enter the top menu.

Select a submenu.

Enter the selected

submenu.

The cursor buttons are used to select functions, execute operations and make menu settings.

Select an item.

Enter the selected item.

Using the cursor buttons

The cursor buttons are used to select and enter items on menus or thumbnail displays.

Upwards

Left Right

Downwards

● To move the cursor

The cursor moves in the direction of the respective cursor buttons when pressed.

● Pressing the centre enters the selection.

Close the menu.

● Do not rotate the mode dial while menus appear on the LCD monitor.

● You cannot record or perform other operations while menus appear on the

LCD monitor.

Changing the display language

The display and menu language can be changed.

→[LANGUAGE]

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Setup

Setting the date and time

Before recording, check that the date and time have been set. The very first time that power is turned ON, a message appears prompting you to set the date and time. Select [YES (ใช่)], press the centre of the cursor buttons and proceed to step

Setting the date and time

Set to [ ] or [ ].

Select the desired menu.

→[BASIC]→

[CLOCK SET]→[YES]

Set the date and time.

To change the date and time

display

● To change an item →[SETUP]→

[DATE/TIME]

[OFF] : Date and time are not

[D/T] : Date and time are

[DATE] : Only the date is displayed.

● To change the date format

displayed.

→[SETUP]→

[DATE FORMAT]

Format

indication

[Y/M/D] 2007.12.15 [M/D/Y] 12.15.2007 [D/M/Y] 15.12.2007

Appearance on

LCD monitor

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To select settings To change

The year is displayed up to 2099 and the 24-hour system is used to display the time.

Enter the date and time.

• The clock function starts at [00] seconds.

• After pressing the [MENU] button and closing the menu, check the date and time displays.

numerical values

and adjusting the LCD monitor

● After setting the date and time, summer time can be set as in “Setting home

city and region” of the world time function (P.44).

● If [

LCD monitor colour and brightness can be adjusted. (Settings do not affect recorded images.) For setting from the menu (P.22)

] is displayed for the date and time, the built-in lithium battery has run down. Charge the battery and set the time as follows. The built-in lithium battery is charged when the AC adaptor is connected to the unit or when a battery is inserted into the unit. If charged for about 24 hours, the date and time can be saved in memory for about 6 months. (The battery is charged even if the unit is turned OFF.)

Adjusting the LCD monitor

Select the desired menu.

→[SETUP]→

[LCD SET]→[YES]

Select and adjust the

item.

Select an item. To adjust

If the LCD monitor is hard to

see in bright places (POWER LCD)

Brighten the entire LCD monitor.

→[SETUP]→

[POWER LCD]

: Normal brightness : The LCD monitor brightens. : The LCD monitor brightens

more.

• [

] is automatically selected

when the AC adaptor is used.

The bar moves.

[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjusts brightness. [COLOUR]: Adjusts colour density.

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Recording

Basic stance

Hold the unit firmly with both hands

White balance sensor

Before recording

Stand with back to sun to avoid subject being in shadow

Keep elbows close to body

Microphone

Be careful not to block microphone or sensor

Taking pictures underwater

This unit can take pictures underwater to depths of 1.5 m (max. 30 minutes duration). To take pictures underwater, press and hold the UNDERWATER button so as to set the underwater mode. Colouring and audio recording are adapted for underwater environments. (P.41)

Before taking pictures underwater, read “(IMPORTANT) Water resistance” (P.6-7) in order to use the unit correctly. Improper use can lead to water infiltration and damage.

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Using the “sub record” button can be helpful when recording at waist height

Stand with legs slightly apart for stability

Record motion and still pictures onto the SD card. Recorded motion and still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit.

Recording can be done in two ways: “Automatic recording” or “Manual recording”.

Automatic recording (motion/still pictures)

(This is the default setting at the time of purchase)

● To have colouring, focus, and brightness settings made

automatically

See

P.28-31

Manual recording (motion/still pictures)

(Manually adjust settings such as focus, white balance, shutter speed, iris/gain, etc.)

● To record with your own settings

● When automatic recording is unsatisfactory

● To use settings for particular scenes (scene mode)

See

P.38-43

Note

Do not perform any of the following operations while the SD card is being accessed (card access lamp illuminated). Performing these actions may damage the card and its data.

• Turning off the unit

• Removing battery or AC adaptor

• Opening card/battery door and removing SD card

• Rotating the mode dial

• Shaking or impacting the unit

Card access lamp

Card/battery door

● For SD cards applicable with this unit (P.14)

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Recording

To change aspect ratio to 4:3

→[ADVANCED]→

[REC ASPECT]→[4:3]

Default aspect ratio at the time of purchase is set to 16:9 (widescreen).

To remove sound when record

button is pressed

→[SETUP]→

[BEEP SOUND]→[OFF]

To remove on-screen display

→[SETUP]→

[DISPLAY]→[OFF]

Automatic recording

(motion pictures)

Set to [ ].

Press .

Start recording.

Recording continues even if the LCD monitor is closed.

Stop recording.

Recording mode

Recording in progress (red)

Time remaining (flashes red when under 1 minute)

Time elapsed

Paused (green)

The unit is still recording if [ ] is red. Do not move the unit.

● When the unit is running on battery power, the unit is automatically turned

OFF to conserve battery life if no operations are performed for about 5 minutes. To reuse the unit, set the mode dial to [OFF] and then reselect a mode. To prevent the unit from turning OFF automatically: (P.78 [POWER SAVE])

● The interval between starting and stopping recording is recorded as one single

scene. The counter is reset to “0h00m00s” after each scene.

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Record motion picture with settings such as focus and colouring made automatically. For maximum recording times with battery see (P.18)

Recording mode and recording times

Recording times depend on the recording mode selected.

Recording times for Panasonic SD cards (approximate)

Recording mode

SD card capacity

256 MB 3 minutes 6 minutes 12 minutes 512 MB 6 minutes 12 minutes 25 minutes

1GB 12 minutes 25 minutes 50 minutes 2GB 25 minutes 50 minutes 1 hour 40 minutes 4GB 50 minutes 1 hour 40 minutes 3 hours 20 minutes 8GB 1 hour 40 minutes 3 hours 20 minutes 6 hours 40 minutes

16 GB 3 hours 20 minutes 6 hours 40 minutes 13 hours 20 minutes

● The maximum continuous recording time for this unit is 8 hours.

● If a single scene exceeds 4 GB during motion picture recording, recording

continues as a separate scene.

● Recording fast-moving objects or repeatedly writing on the same SD card

numerous times shortens recording time.

● Mosaic-like interference may be generated on playback screens in the

following circumstances:

• Complicated pictures in background

• The unit is moved greatly or quickly

• Recording is of a rapidly moving object (particularly if recording mode is set to [

])

(Highest picture

quality)

(Standard)

(Longest recording

time)

To change recording mode

→[BASIC]→[REC MODE]→[ ] / [ ] / [ ]

If recording stops

• Recording may stop suddenly if an incompatible SD card has been inserted (P.14).

• Even with usable SD cards, recording may stop if you repeatedly write on the same SD card. Copy data onto a PC using MotionSD STUDIO, then format the SD card with this unit. (When formatted, all data on the SD card is erased.)

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Recording

To remove shutter sound

→[ADVANCED]→[SHTR

EFFECT]→[OFF]

Automatic recording

(still pictures)

Set to [ ].

Press .

Take picture.

Picture resolution

Picture quality

To remove on-screen display

→[SETUP]→

[DISPLAY]→[OFF]

● Sound is not recorded.

● Recorded still pictures are referred to as “scenes” with this unit.

Focus is aligned to object in centre of shot.

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Pictures remaining (flashes red when zero)

Take still pictures with settings such as focus and colouring made automatically. For maximum recording times with battery see (P.18)

Picture quality

Picture size is 640×480 (0.3 M). The number of pictures that may be recorded depends on the picture quality selected.

Picture quality and number of pictures for Panasonic SD cards

(approximate)

Picture quality

SD card capacity

High

(highest picture quality)

(largest number of pictures)

Standard

8MB 37 75 16 MB 92 185 32 MB 200 410 64 MB 430 850

128 MB 820 1640 256 MB 1710 3410 512 MB 3390 6780

1GB 6790 13580

2GB 13820 27640

4GB 27150 54290

8GB 55260 16 GB

＊This unit can record only up to 99,999 still pictures in these SD cards.

99999

＊

99999 99999

＊

● Pictures taken with the [ ] setting may suffer a mosaic-like effect for certain

objects.

● Depending on the object, the number of pictures that may be recorded may

vary if a mixture of [

] and [ ] settings have been used.

To change picture quality

→[BASIC]→[PICT.QUALITY]→[ ] / [ ]

To avoid jitter

(The image stabilizer function (P.33) cannot be used during still picture recording.)

• Hold the unit firmly with both hands, and keep elbows close to your body.

• Jitter becomes particularly difficult to avoid with zoom ratios of 4x and above. It is recommended that you reduce the zoom ratio and move closer to the object.

• Try using a tripod.

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Recording

indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with

still pictures.

Zoom/avoid jitter/maintain

Enlarging (zoom)

Optical zoom can be used to enlarge objects by up to 10 times without degradation.

Enlarge

Restore

To enlarge further

Digital zoom can be used to enlarge objects by a maximum of 700 times. (Cannot be used during still picture recording.)

→[ADVANCED]→

[D.ZOOM] [OFF] : No digital zoom [25x] : Up to maximum of 25x [700x] : Up to maximum of 700x

• Picture quality will be reduced by

the same factor as the zoom ratio is increased by.

• The digital zoom range is displayed

in blue in the zoom bar on the LCD monitor.

Zoom ratio: 1x This unit can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm away from the lens.

After enlarging the image, the subject is brought into focus at

1.0 m or greater distance.

● Release zoom button quietly (any sounds may be recorded).

● The image stabilizer function is recommended for motion picture recording at

high zoom rates.

● Focus may not be aligned if zooming in too quickly.

● Zooming has two speeds. When the buttons are pressed lightly, zooming is

done at slow speed. When pressed strongly, zooming is done at high speed.

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picture brightness in dark locations

Apply zoom effect to sounds (zoom microphone)

Synched with zooming operations, distance sounds are recorded when enlarging and peripheral sounds are recorded at wide angles.

→[ADVANCED]→[ZOOM MIC]→[ON]

Avoid jitter (image stabilizer function)

→[ADVANCED]→[SIS]→[ON]

● Default setting at time of purchase is [ON].

● The image stabilizer function cannot be used in shooting still pictures or with

Colour night view.

● Brightness may change and colouring may appear unnatural when using

beneath fluorescent lighting.

● The image stabilizer function may not perform successfully in the following

circumstances:

• Using digital zoom • Location is extremely dark

• Jitter is significant • When following moving object

Maintain brightness in dark locations (auto slow shutter)

Shutter speed is automatically slowed (1/25 - 1/350) in dark places in order to brighten captured images.

→[ADVANCED]→[AUTO SLW SHTR]→[ON]

● Default setting at time of purchase is [ON].

(When [ON], shutter speed is automatically adjusted between 1/25 and 1/350. When [OFF], shutter speed is automatically adjusted between 1/50 and 1/350.)

● Focus may not be aligned perfectly in extremely dark locations or where there

is little contrast.

● When shutter speed is 1/25 - 1/49:

• Images may appear as if frames were skipped and ghost images may appear.

• The image stabilizer function does not work even when [

● During manual recording, shutter speed can be adjusted manually. The range

in which shutter speed may be adjusted depends on the auto slow shutter setting. (P.42)

] appears.

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Recording

During motion picture

recording

Other recording options

While recording is paused

Display operation icons.

Change operation icons.

For manual focus mode (Press [MANUAL AF/MF] two times).

For manual mode (Press [MANUAL AF/MF] one time).

In automatic recording

1/2NEXT

2/2NEXT

Icons change with each press, as displayed below.

3/3NEXT

1/2NEXT

Operation icons

4/4NEXT

During still

picture

recording

Icon Function Page Icon Function Page

Backlight compensation function 36 Soft skin mode 37

Fade in/fade out function ([ ] only)

Self-timer recording ([ ] only)

Help mode 35 Shutter speed 42

Colour night view function ([ ] only)

To hide operation icons

1/2NEXT

2/2NEXT

35 White balance 40

36 Brightness (iris/gain) 43

3/3NEXT

Manual focus adjustment 38

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4/4NEXT

Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step.

indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with

still pictures.

View explanations of functions during automatic recording (help mode)

Select [ ] in step 1 on the previous

page.

Select function to be

explained.

1/2NEXT

● To close, select [EXIT] in step , or press the [MENU] button.

● Functions cannot be set nor can pictures be taken in the help mode.

Explanation is displayed

Fade-in/Fade-out

This function gradually fades images and audio in and out at the very beginning and very end of recording.

Display operation icons.

1/2NEXT 1/2NEXT

Start recording.

● Cannot be used during still picture recording.

● Thumbnail can be either black or white.

● Setting is cancelled after recording is stopped or the unit is turned off.

Select [ ].

Selecting again cancels setting.

Stop recording.

To change the fade-in and fade-out image colour to black or white

→[ADVANCED]→[FADE COLOUR]→[WHITE] / [BLACK]

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Recording

Backlight compensation function

Brightens objects that appear dark against backlighting.

Display operation icons. Select [ ].

● Turning off the unit rotating the mode dial cancels the setting.

Self-timer

Still pictures may be taken using the self-timer.

Display operation icons. Select [ ].

Take picture.

Other recording options

(cont.)

1/2NEXT 1/2NEXT

Selecting again cancels setting.

1/2NEXT 1/2NEXT

Selecting again cancels setting.

Picture is taken approx. 10

seconds after [ flash.

To quit halfway through

● Cannot be used during motion recording.

● Setting is cancelled once picture is taken or the unit is turned off.

] begins to

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Operation icons can be used to set effects, compensate brightness or perform other operations in one easy step.

indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with

still pictures.

Soft skin mode

Softens skin colours when people’s faces are prominent in picture.

Display operation icons. Select [ ].

2/2NEXT 2/2NEXT

Selecting again cancels setting.

● Background colours that are close to skin colours may also be softened.

● Faces may be blurred if people in picture are distant.

● Function may not be effective in locations with insufficient brightness.

● The setting is not cancelled even when the unit is turned OFF or the mode dial

is rotated.

Colour night view function

Colours can be brought out even in dark locations (brightness of at least 2 lx). (Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.)

Display operation icons. Select [ ].

2/2NEXT 2/2NEXT

Selecting again cancels setting.

● Cannot be used during still picture recording.

● Normally invisible spots of light may become visible.

● Using a tripod is recommended.

● If focus does not successfully align automatically, adjust using manual focus

(P.38).

● The screen may appear white momentarily if using in bright locations.

● Turning OFF the unit or rotating the mode dial cancels the setting.

● When the underwater mode (P.41) is set, the colour night view function is

cancelled.

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Recording

To return to automatic recording

To hide operation icons

Adjusting focus manually (manual focus adjustment)

Manually focus the subject if it cannot be brought into focus by automatic focus. For example, focusing is hard in the following situations:

• Mixture of close and distant objects • Objects beyond unclear glass

• Bright peripheral lights • Dark locations

• Fast-moving objects • Objects with little contrast

Recording manually

(motion/still pictures)

Set to [ ] or [ ].

Select manual recording.

MNL displayed

3/3NEXT

Operation icons

After steps

Display MF. Adjust focus.

MF displayed

● Focuses adjusted on wide-angle settings may become unaligned when

subsequently zooming in. Focuses adjusted when zoomed in will be unaffected when subsequently zooming back out.

To return to automatic focus or

and

4/4NEXT

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4/4NEXT

Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted.

indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with

still pictures.

Using situation-specific settings (scene mode)

Already prearranged settings can be used.

After steps 1 and 2 (previous page)

→[BASIC]→[SCENE MODE]→select from the five modes below:

Sports

• Avoids blurring during slow-motion playback or playback pause. (In normal playback, image movement may not look smooth.)

• Avoid fluorescent, mercury, and sodium lighting. Such lighting conditions may affect colouring and brightness.

• Horizontal bands of light may appear during playback on shining or highly reflective objects.

• This function may not work if lighting is insufficient ([

• Screen may flicker if using indoors.

Portrait

• Screen may flicker if using indoors.

Low light

• May not function successfully in extremely dark scenes.

Spotlight

• Pictures may appear white when object is extremely bright. Peripheries may also appear extremely dark.

Surf & snow

• Pictures may appear white when object is extremely bright.

For fast-moving scenes

] flashes).

Blurs background to make people stand out

Brightens dark scenes such as evening skies

For people beneath spotlights, etc.

For bright locations such as beaches and ski slopes

The icon of the selected scene mode appears on the LCD monitor.

To cancel the setting

→[BASIC]→[SCENE MODE]→[OFF] or

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Recording

Recording manually

(motion/still pictures) (cont.)

Achieve natural colours (white balance)

Restore natural colours according to the light source when colouring has become unnatural.

After steps

Select [ ]. Set the mode.

The mode changes as follows depending on whether the underwater mode (P.41) is ON or OFF. When OFF:

and 2 (P.38)

3/3NEXT BACK

Mode displayed

→ → →

Automatic Adjusted automatically Underwater When underwater Indoor

(incandescent lighting) Outdoor In bright, outdoor conditions

Set manually (see below)

, When ON:

In locations with incandescent or halogen lighting

When ideal results cannot be produced with [

], [ ], [ ] modes (Mercury lighting, sodium lighting, fluorescent lighting, hotel lighting, spotlights, sunsets, sunrises, etc.)

→ → →

Setting manually

Set colours based on white objects within the required lighting environment.

Set to [ ]. Fill the entire display with white

BACK

[ ] flashes.

• If the [ ] continues flashing after setting begins, the setting cannot be made. (Because the range is too dark, etc.)

• If the [ the current subject. Remake the setting until matching the subject.

] flashes during recording, adjustments cannot be completed for

subject and begin making setting.

Setting complete when flashing stops.

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BACK

Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted.

indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with

still pictures.

To return to automatic adjustment Set to [ ] or

＊ When the underwater mode (see below) is ON, colouring is set for underwater

environments.

＊

Recording colours and audio suited for underwater environments (Underwater mode)

Press and hold

• [

] appears on the LCD monitor.

• Cancel the underwater mode when not underwater.

• In underwater recording, a loud buzzing sound made by the unit’s motor will be heard, but by setting the underwater mode, an audio filter is activated to reduce the motor noise. (The sound quality in the underwater mode will differ from what is heard in other modes.) In addition, the motor noise can be further reduced by selecting manual focus. (P.38)

• The zoom microphone [ [

] do not work.

● Please adjust white balance first if using in conjunction with iris/gain setting.

10 000K

9 000K

8 000K

7 000K

Auto white balance range

When out of range, images become reddish or bluish. Moreover, the mode does not work properly even when within range if multiple light sources are used. In such cases, adjust images manually.

6 000K

5 000K

4 000K

3 000K

2 000K

1 000K

(Press and hold again to cancel.)

] and wind noise reduction

Blue sky

Cloudy sky (Rain)

TV screen

Sunlight

White fluorescent lamp

Halogen light bulb

Incandescent light bulb

Sunrise, sunset

Candlelight

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Recording

Recording manually

(motion/still pictures) (cont.)

Adjusting shutter speed (shutter speed)

Adjust shutter speed to record fast-moving objects, etc.

After steps

Select [ ]. Adjust shutter speed.

and 2 (P.38)

Shutter speed adjustment range

＊

1/50

3/3NEXT BACK

Shutter speed

SHTR–: Slower

1/500 1/8000

SHTR+: Faster

Slower Faster

＊ Slower extreme becomes 1/25 when auto slow shutter (P.33) is set to [ON].

● When adjusting both shutter speed and brightness (iris and gain), adjust the

shutter speed first.

● Interference may increase with faster shutter speeds (as sensitivity becomes

lower and gain value rises automatically).

● Horizontal bands of light may appear during playback on shining or highly

reflective objects.

● Avoid fluorescent, mercury, and sodium lighting. Such lighting conditions may

affect colouring and brightness.

● In normal playback, image movement may not look smooth.

● Colours may change and flicker when recording in extremely bright locations.

Set the shutter speed between 1/50 and 1/100.

● In automatic recording, shutter speed can be adjusted up to 1/350.

To return to automatic adjustment

During still

picture recording

During motion picture recording

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Focus, colouring, shutter speed and brightness can be manually adjusted.

indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with

still pictures.

Adjusting brightness (iris/gain)

Adjust iris/gain (sensitivity) settings if location is too bright or too dark.

After steps

Select [ ]. Adjust brightness.

and 2 (P.38)

3/3NEXT BACK

IRIS–: Darker

IRIS+: Brighter

Iris/gain value adjustment range

CLOSE……F16……F2.0…OPEN (0 dB)………18 dB

Darker Brighter

Iris adjustment

● Iris value (F number) may not be displayed for certain zoom ratios.

● Interference will increase as gain value is raised.

Gain adjustment

To return to automatic adjustment

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Recording

Useful functions

Recording dates and times at travel destinations (set

world time)

By setting your travel destination, the time difference is automatically calculated and displayed accordingly. Time settings (P.24) must be made first.

→[BASIC]→[SET WORLD TIME]→[YES]

When making the setting the very first time, press the centre of the cursor buttons after [SET HOME LOCATION.] appears on the LCD monitor and proceed to step

in “Setting home city and region”.

Setting home city and region

Select [HOME]. Set your home city and region.

Current time

City/region name

Difference from Greenwich Mean Time

Close the menu.

To set summer time [ ]

(The clock advances by 1 hour.)

(Press again to cancel.)

Setting the city and region of your travel destination

Select [DESTINATION]. Set city and region.

Current time at selected location

City/region name

Close the menu.

To cancel

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Difference from home time

To set summer time [ ]

(The clock advances by 1 hour.)

(Press again to cancel.)

The date and time of travel destinations can be recorded, guidelines displayed and the sound of the wind reduced.

indicates functions used with motion pictures and functions used with

still pictures.

● When setting the travel destination, if the city and region of your travel

destination do not appear, select another city and region in the same time zone.

● After the destination has been set, a [

time indication.

] appears before the recording date/

Restoring local date and time after returning home

Perform step in “Setting

home city and region” (P.44).

Close the map and menu.

View slants and composition (guide lines)

Guide lines are displayed so you can check for image tilting and balance composition.

→[BASIC]→[GUIDE LINES]→[ON]

● Default setting at the time of purchase is [OFF].

● Guide lines will not be recorded.

Avoid wind noise (wind noise reduction function)

Reduces the sound of wind hitting the microphone.

→[ADVANCED]→[WIND CUT]→[ON]

● Default setting at the time of purchase is [ON].

● Stereo effects may be reduced in strong winds as sound of wind is

automatically reduced according to wind strength.

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Playback

Viewing motion pictures

Volume adjustment

To fast-forward/rewind

While pressed and held, only the scene No. changes rapidly.

Release the cursor button when the desired scene No. appears.

To adjust the volume

T (+) side: Increases the volume.

W (–) side: Decreases the volume.

• Audio is output only during normal playback.

• The volume display appears on the LCD monitor while adjusting the volume.

• The sound may be muffled when the unit is wet.

Set to [ ].

Thumbnails are displayed.

Select the desired scene.

To move to the next page: either press the left and right cursor button or select

the cursor button.

Enter the picture to view.

To previous

A yellow frame appears around the selected scene.

and press the centre of

Playback/Pause

scene

Scene No.

To next scene

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Return to thumbnail

Recorded motion pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit.

Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit).

Displaying thumbnails by date

Select [ ] in step

(P.46).

Only thumbnails of

motion pictures recorded that day appear.

Display [ ].

Select the date to display.

● This unit complies with the SD-Video standard and can play back MPEG2

movies. “MPEG” is the acronym for the “Moving Pictures Experts Group” and is a compressed movie format of 25 fps.

● Some motion pictures recorded on other devices may not play back correctly.

Similarly, motion pictures recorded on this unit may not play back correctly on other devices.

● Thumbnails in which [

● Some motion pictures of short recording time cannot be played back.

● If the unit is running on battery power, [POWER SAVE] (P.78) is set to [5

MINUTES] and play pause is continued for 5 minutes, the unit turns off.

● The unit does not turn off when the LCD monitor is closed.

] appears cannot be played back.

If more than 99 motion pictures are recorded on the same day, they are divided into separate displays.

To quit displaying thumbnails

by date (To display all thumbnails)

Select [ ] in step 3 above and

press the centre of the cursor button.

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Playback

Viewing motion pictures

(cont.)

Fast forward/rewind playback

During playback

● Pressing the buttons again changes to fast-forward (fast-rewind) speed.

The [

] and [ ] buttons appearing on the LCD monitor change to [ ] and

[

Returns to normal playback.

Press and hold

to fast-rewind.

Press and hold to fast-forward.

Slow-motion playback

While playback is paused

Press and hold for

slow-motion playback

Returns to normal playback.

Press and hold for slow-motion playback

in reverse

in the forward direction

Frame-by-frame playback

While playback is paused

Returns to normal playback.

Press to

return one frame.

Press to advance one frame.

Resuming the previous playback

If playback was stopped halfway through a motion picture, it can be resumed from the point where it was stopped.

→[SETUP]→[RESUME PLAY]→[ON]

● An “R” appears in the thumbnail of the scene that was stopped halfway

through.

● The memory of the resume position is erased by rotating the mode dial or

performing other operations. (Menu settings do not change.)

● When an SD card is write-protected, [RESUME PLAY] is automatically set to

[OFF].

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Playback

Recorded still pictures (scenes) can be played back on the unit.

Do not remove the SD card while it is being accessed (card access lamp lit).

Set to [ ].

Thumbnails are displayed.

Select the desired scene.

A yellow frame appears around the selected scene.

Viewing still pictures

Enter the picture to view.

Slideshow start/pause

To previous

scene

Return to thumbnail

Scene No.

To move to the next page: either press the left and right cursor button or select

and press the centre of

the cursor button.

● This unit complies with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File

system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) and can play back JPEG pictures. (Some JPEG pictures cannot be played back.)

● Some still pictures recorded on other devices may not play back correctly.

Similarly, still pictures recorded on this unit may not play back correctly on other devices.

● Thumbnails in which [

● Time may be required to play back some still pictures depending on the

number of recorded pixels.

● If the unit is running on battery power, [POWER SAVE] (P.78) is set to [5

MINUTES] and play pause is continued for 5 minutes, the unit turns off.

● The unit does not turn off when the LCD monitor is closed.

● Do not rotate the mode dial during slideshows.

] appears cannot be played back.

To fast-forward/rewind

Release the cursor button when the desired scene No. appears.

While pressed and held, only the scene No. changes rapidly.

To next scene

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Editing

Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor.

Do not turn off the unit or open the card/battery door while the unit is deleting pictures.

To cancel deletion halfway

through

Pictures that were already deleted before the deletion operation was cancelled cannot be restored.

Deleting motion/still

pictures

Set to [ ] or [ ].

Deleting one picture at a time

While playing back the picture to be

deleted

Select [YES].

● Only motion pictures can be deleted from the menu. ([DELETE] under [EDIT

SCENE] P.76)

● Pictures that cannot be played back such as thumbnails appearing with a [

cannot be deleted. (Non-JPEG still pictures recorded with other devices may be deleted.)

● When pictures recorded on other devices are deleted, related information,

such as management information, may be deleted as well.

● When DCF pictures are deleted, all related information, such as management

information, is deleted as well.

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Deleted pictures cannot be restored.

Locking pictures (P.52) you do not want to delete prevents them from being deleted accidentally.

Deleting all pictures

With thumbnails displayed

Select [ALL].

Select [YES].

End deleting.

Selecting and deleting multiple pictures

With thumbnails displayed

Select [SELECT].

Select the pictures to delete.

A red frame appears around the selected pictures.

• Selecting a picture a second time deselects it from deletion.

• Up to 50 pictures can be selected at a time.

Delete the selected pictures.

Deletion may take time depending

on the number of pictures to delete.

When the message appears,

select [YES].

To delete other pictures, repeat

steps

End deleting.

- .

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Editing

Preventing accidental deletion

of motion/still pictures

Formatting cards

Preventing accidental

deletion

Locking important pictures prevents them from being deleted accidentally.

Even locked pictures are deleted when SD cards are formatted.

Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

Make settings from the menus.

(P.22)

(For still pictures, [PHOTO

SETUP])→[LOCK SET]→[YES]

Select the picture to lock.

• Selecting a picture a second

• Multiple pictures can be selected

→[EDIT SCENE]

A [ ] appears on selected pictures.

time deselects it from locking.

at a time.

Formatting cards

All data, including locked pictures, are deleted and cannot be restored when SD cards are formatted.

Save important data on a PC ahead of time using the MotionSD STUDIO, etc.

Make settings from the menus.

(P.22)

CARD]→[YES]

When the message appears,

select [YES].

End formatting.

→[SETUP]→[FORMAT

End locking.

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● Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor. Do not turn the unit off or open the card/ battery door while formatting cards.

● Format SD cards with this unit. If cards are formatted on a PC or other device, recording may take time and the cards may be unusable with the unit.

● Some SD cards require time to format.

Editing

DPOF is the acronym for Digital Print Order Format and designates which still pictures are to be printed and how many copies are to be made on SD cards. This information can be used by DPOF printers and stores.

Set to [ ].

Make settings from the menus.

(P.22)

[DPOF SET]→[SET]

Select the still pictures to print.

Set the number of copies.

→[PHOTO SETUP]→

Setting DPOF for still

pictures

To cancel the setting

→[PHOTO SETUP]→

[DPOF SET]→[CANCEL ALL]

When the message appears, select [YES].

Number of copies (Up to 999)

Set “0” to not print the picture.

End setting.

● Up to 999 still pictures can be selected by repeating steps and .

● You cannot add the recording date to pictures for printing.

● DPOF settings made on other devices may not be recognised. Make settings

with this unit.

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With other

products

Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be viewed on TV. For TV settings, see the operating instructions of the TV.

Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16) and set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

Connect the unit and TV with the AV cable (supplied).

Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

Change the input mode on the TV.

Play back motion pictures or still pictures from the unit. (P.46, 49)

To display LCD monitor information on TV

→[SETUP]→[EXT. DISPLAY]→[ON]

• To not display the date, time and icons (P.24, 28)

Playback on TV

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

If your TV is not equipped with AV Input Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (optional) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

● Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.

● If images or audio are not output, check the following:

• That the plugs on the AV cable are inserted into terminal as far as they can go

• That the plugs on the AV cable are connected to the correct terminals

• That input settings and the selected input channel of the TV are correct

● If pictures are not displayed correctly on a wide-screen TV, adjust the display

settings of the TV.

● If the image stretched in the vertical direction on TVs of a 4:3 aspect ratio

→[SETUP]→[TV ASPECT]→[4:3]

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With other

products

Motion pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to TV video recorders and DVD recorders (hereinafter referred to as “recorder”). For recorders settings, see the operating instructions of the recorders.

Copying to video recorders

or DVD recorders

Copying pictures using the AV cable (supplied)

Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16) and set the mode dial to [ ].

Connect the unit and recorder with the AV cable (supplied).

VIDEO IN

Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

Change the input mode on the TV and recorder.

Play back motion pictures from the unit (P.46) and start recording on the

recorder.

After ending recording on the recorder, stop playback from the unit.

● Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.

● When copied motion pictures are played back on a wide-screen TV, the image

may be stretched in the vertical direction. In such case, see the operating instructions of the recorder. Also, see the operating instructions of the widescreen TV and set aspect ratio to 16:9 (full).

AUDIO IN

If your TV is not equipped with AV Input Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor (optional) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

Copying (dubbing) pictures using DVD recorders with SD card slot

By inserting SD cards recorded on this unit into DVD recorders with an SD card slot, pictures can be copied onto hard disk drives and DVDs.

After turning off the unit, eject the recorded SD card. (P.19)

Insert the SD card into the SD card slot of the DVD recorder.

● For details, see the operating instructions of the DVD recorder.

● The video format is converted when motion pictures recorded with this unit are

copied onto hard disk drives or DVDs. The converted motion picture cannot be copied at high speed onto DVD-R discs.

Moreover, motion pictures that are copied back onto SD cards using a

computer or other device do not play back on this unit.

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With other

products

Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16), and set the mode dial to a setting

other than [OFF].

Connect the unit and printer with the USB cable (supplied).

Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

Printing pictures from

PictBridge printers

Select [PictBridge].

Select the still pictures to print.

Set the number of copies.

• To not print the picture, set “0”.

• Repeat steps pictures for printing.

and to select up to 8 still

Number of copies (Max. 9)

● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

(Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)

● Connect the unit directly to the printer without going through a USB hub.

● For paper size and print quality, etc., check printer settings.

● Avoid the following operations during printing. Otherwise, pictures will not print

correctly:

• Disconnecting the USB cable

• Opening the card/battery door

• Rotating the mode dial

• Turning off the unit

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Still pictures recorded with this unit can be printed by connecting the unit directly to a printer that supports PictBridge.

Display the PictBridge menu. Make print settings.

Print settings

Item Available settings

DATE PRINT OFF/ON

PAPER SIZE STANDARD: Prioritize printer setting.

PAGE LAYOUT STANDARD: Prioritize printer setting.

4×5 INCH: L size 5×7 INCH: 2L size 4×6 INCH: Postcard size A4: A4 size

[

]: No frame print

[

]: Frame print

● Settings not supported by the printer cannot be selected.

[PRINT]→[YES] When printing is complete, disconnect the USB cable (supplied) and exit [PictBridge].

To cancel printing

A confirmation message appears. [YES]: Cancels print settings and returns to step [NO]: Saves print settings made in steps

- and returns to step .

● Still pictures recorded with other devices may not be printed.

● DPOF settings (P.53) cannot be used while this unit is directly connected to a

PictBridge printer.

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With other

products

Required equipment (as of December 2007)

• DVD burner (VW-BN1＊)

• Mini AB USB connection cable (included with DVD burner)

＊ Use with the VW-BN1 DVD burner is recommended. No guarantees are given for

operations involving the use of any other DVD burner.

Supported discs: 12 cm disc

Motion pictures and still pictures

Motion pictures only

Still pictures only

＊ The recording mode used for the DVD-RW is “video mode.”

● +RW/+R/+R DL discs or 8 cm discs cannot be used for copying.

● All content written on discs is erased before coping begins. Check whether

data is needed or not before using the disc.

● When copying is finished, finalizing is initiated automatically. Finalized discs

can be played back only. No further motion pictures or still pictures can then be added to these discs.

● For the following, see the operating instructions of the DVD burner:

• Recommended discs and disc handling

• Connections to DVD burners using the mini AB USB connection cable

• Operation of the DVD burner itself

Time required for copying (Reference)

(When a 4 GB motion picture has been copied to a disc using the VW-BN1 drive)

Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Copying time Approx. 40 to 90 min. Approx. 30 to 60 min. Approx. 15 to 60 min.

● The time taken to copy a disc differs depending on the number of scenes

recorded, the types of discs used, the number of discs needed for copying and the ambient temperature.

● Copying to DVD-R DL discs may take 1.5 to 2 times longer than for DVD-R

discs.

● In order for the copied data to be verified, the copying process may take

longer than the recording time. Wait until the data copied message appears.

Using DVD burners

(sold separately)

DVD-RAM New or previously used discs DVD-R, DVD-R DL New discs only DVD-RW CD-RW New or previously used discs CD-R New discs only

＊

New or previously used discs

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Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately).

Connecting this unit and a DVD burner

Connect the AC adaptor provided with the DVD burner to the DVD burner.

Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16) and set the mode dial to a position

other than [OFF].

Connect this unit and the DVD burner with the mini AB USB connection

cable.

Mini-A plug Mini-B plug

Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

Insert a disc into the DVD burner.

[DVD BURNER] display

● Use the mini AB USB connection cable that comes with the DVD burner (sold

separately). Operation is not guaranteed with other cables.

● Connect the unit directly to the printer without going through a USB hub.

● Ensure without fail that only the AC adaptors designed solely to be used with

the unit and DVD burner are connected. Power cannot be supplied from the unit to the DVD burner using a USB connection. While powered by the battery, the unit and DVD burner cannot be connected for use.

● If the DVD burner is connected to this unit with a disc already inserted, the

message “CANNOT CHECK CONNECTED DEVICE. DISCONNECT THE USB CABLE FROM THIS UNIT.” may be displayed after “Please Wait.” is displayed for over a minute. When this happens, disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable from the unit and remove the disc from the DVD burner to make sure the disc is usable and was not inserted upside down.

● If “READING DISC...” is displayed on the screen for more than 2 minutes,

remove the disc from the DVD burner and make sure the disc is usable and was not inserted upside down.

• Once connected, the [DVD BURNER] display appears on the LCD monitor of the unit. If it does not appear, reconnect the mini AB USB connection cable.

• First connect the DVD burner to the unit, and then insert the disc.

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With other

products

With still pictures, all scenes are copied at once. With motion pictures, either all scenes can be copied or specific scenes or scenes on specific dates can be selected and copied.

Using DVD burners

(sold separately) (cont.)

Copying still pictures to discs

Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.59).

Select [PICTURE].

To cancel copying

Press . The [DVD BURNER] display now returns.

● After copying the still pictures, another disc with the same pictures can be

created.

Copying begins. Hereafter, operate the unit as instructed by the displayed messages.

Copying all motion pictures to discs

Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.59). Select [VIDEO] → [DVD COPY] → [ALL SCENES] or [ADDED SCENES].

[ALL SCENES]: All the motion pictures are copied. [ADDED SCENES]: Motion pictures additionally recorded after copying using

Select [YES].

[DVD COPY] (ones for which [ copied onto another disc.

The number of discs required for the copying is displayed. If two or more discs are required, change over the discs as instructed by the displayed messages.

] is not indicated) are

Hereafter, operate the unit as instructed by the displayed messages.

To cancel copying

Press . The [DVD BURNER] display now returns.

] is displayed for the thumbnails of motion pictures which have already

● [

been copied using [DVD COPY]. All motion pictures for which [ can be deleted together. (P.63)

● After copying the still pictures, another disc with the same pictures can be

created.

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] is indicated

Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately).

Copying selected motion pictures to discs

Select [BURN DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.59). Select [VIDEO] → [FAVOURITE SCENES] → [SELECT SCENES] or

[SELECT DATE].

SELECT SCENES SELECT DATE

Select thumbnails. Select a date.

Remaining disc space

Scene size

The selected thumbnail is enclosed in a red frame. The frame is released when the centre of the cursor button is pressed again.

Enter selections. Enter selections.

When [START] is selected, a confirmation message appears.

Copying begins.

Select [YES] and operate the unit as instructed by the displayed messages.

The selected date is enclosed in a red frame. The frame is released when the centre of the cursor button is pressed again.

When pressed, a confirmation message appears.

To cancel copying

Press . The [DVD BURNER] display now returns.

● Repeat step

scenes can be selected at a time when “SELECT SCENES” is selected and up to 50 days of motion pictures when “SELECT DATE” is selected.

●

With [SELECT SCENES], the scenes are copied onto one disc. If the total size of the motion picture exceeds the disc capacity, “Remaining disc space” appears in red, and the exceeded capacity is displayed. Select the scenes that will fit onto one disc.

● With [SELECT DATE], the number of discs required for copying is displayed.

If two or more discs are required, change over the discs as instructed by the displayed messages.

●

After copying the still pictures, another disc with the same pictures can be created.

to select multiple motion pictures. Up to 50 motion picture

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With other

products

Copying using a DVD burner

● After copying is complete but before erasing the data on the SD card, check

that the disc plays back and that data was copied correctly. (P.63)

● While copying is underway, do not turn off the unit or DVD burner or

disconnect the mini AB USB connection cable. Also, do not subject the unit or DVD burner to impact.

● While copying is underway, the disc cannot be removed.

● Pictures are copied in the order in which they were recorded. Copying

sequence cannot be changed.

● Pictures from multiple SD cards cannot be copied onto the same disc.

● Motion pictures and still pictures cannot be copied onto the same disc.

● A maximum of 9,999 pictures can be copied onto a single disc.

● If two or more discs are required for copying, the motion picture which will

be copied last on each disc will be automatically split up.

● The recording date for scenes or files copied to a disc using the DVD burner

with this unit is the date that the scene or file was copied. This date may not be displayed properly depending on the software used.

● Motion pictures that are copied back to an SD card using the software

packaged with the unit cannot be copied to discs on a DVD burner.

● It may not be possible to copy data which has been recorded by another

unit. Such data may not be played back even if it is copied successfully.

● When still pictures have been copied onto an SD card using a computer, for

instance, whatever is not displayed by the unit cannot be copied onto a disc.

● Depending on the playback device, it may not be possible to play back discs

which have been created by connecting the DVD burner and the unit.

● When a disc that was created with this unit and the DVD burner is inserted

into the DVD recorder, a message may be displayed prompting you to format the disc. Do not format the disc because all data will be erased and cannot be recovered.

Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD recorder for details.

Using DVD burners

(sold separately) (cont.)

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Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to discs using DVD burners (sold separately).

Playing back discs

Select [PLAY DISC] on the [DVD BURNER] display (P.59).

Select a thumbnail and play back the picture.

For details, see the pages below:

• Viewing motion pictures (P.46)

• Viewing still pictures (P.49)

To cancel copying

Press . The [DVD BURNER] display now returns.

● When discs containing motion pictures and still pictures copied from other

devices are played back from the unit, only the motion pictures are played back. It may not be possible to play back the discs which have been recorded by other units.

Exiting

Display the [DVD BURNER] display. (P.59)

Remove the disc from the DVD burner.

Disconnect the mini AB USB connection cable.

Deleting copied motion pictures

Motion pictures with a [ ] can be deleted all at once.

Set the unit’s mode dial to [ ]. Make menu selections. (P.22)

End deleting.

→[EDIT SCENE]→[DELETE]→[COPIED]→[YES]

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With a

computer

The supplied CD-ROM contains the software below: This CD-ROM can only be used on Windows computers.

Video editing software MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E

This software allows motion pictures and still pictures to be acquired from this unit, edited and output. The acquired motion pictures and still pictures can also be attached to e-mail or edited and saved on DVD. For information about how to use MotionSD STUDIO, read the PDF operating instructions.

DirectX (For Windows 2000)

To use MotionSD STUDIO, you must have Microsoft DirectX 9.0b or 9.0c. If it is not installed on your computer, install it as follows:

• Install DirectX when installing MotionSD STUDIO.

• Click [DirectX] in the Setup Menu to install.

● Depending on the operating environment, software applications supporting

older versions of DirectX may not run properly after installing DirectX 9.0b or 9.0c. If this happens, contact the manufacturer of these applications. (Your computer must support DirectX 9.0b or 9.0c.)

Software on the CD-ROM

● This unit does not have a card writing function. You cannot write data to the

SD card in this unit. (EB/EP only)

● We cannot guarantee proper operation of this unit if you use software other

than that supplied.

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With a

computer

Before opening the CD-ROM package, please read the following.

End User License

Agreement

End User License Agreement

You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the Software defined in this End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly return the Software to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Matsushita”), its distributors or dealers from which you made the purchase.

Article 1 License

Licensee is granted the right to use the Software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the Software are not transferred to Licensee.

Article 2 Use by a Third Party

Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or allow any third party, whether free of charge or not, to use, copy or modify the Software, except as expressly provided for in this Agreement.

Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software

Licensee may make a single copy of the Software in whole or in part solely for back-up purpose.

Article 4 Computer

Licensee may use the Software only on one computer, and may not use it on more than one computer.

Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly

Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Matsushita, or its distributors will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of the Software.

Article 6 Indemnification

The Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. Further, Matsushita does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Matsushita or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.

Article 7 Export Control

Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to any country the Software in any form without the appropriate export licenses under regulations of the country where Licensee resides, if necessary.

Article 8 Termination of License

The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be automatically terminated if Licensee contravenes any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Upon termination hereof, Licensee must destroy the Software and related documentation together with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s own expense.

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With a

computer

Operating environment

● Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are

fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used.

● This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95,

Windows 98/98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT.

● Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed.

● Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed is not guaranteed.

Operating environment required for MotionSD STUDIO

Supported computers OS Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional SP4

CPU Intel

RAM Windows 2000 / XP : 256 MB or more

Free hard disk space

Display High Colour (16 bit) or more (32 bit recommended)

Sound Sound device compatible with Windows (DirectSound

Drive CD-ROM drive (for installation)

Interface USB port (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) recommended) Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device Necessary software Windows 2000 / XP : DirectX

IBM PC/AT or compatible preinstalled with the OS below

Microsoft Microsoft Home Basic/Home Premium

(including compatible CPUs. Intel higher recommended)

Windows Vista : 512 MB or more

Ultra DMA-33 or more (100 or more is recommended) 640MB or more (When writing to DVD, the same amount of free space as the disc is necessary.)

Desktop resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or more (1280x1024 pixels or more recommended) Graphic accelerator supporting DirectX 9.0b or 9.0c, and DirectDraw overlay

support)

When writing to DVD, a compatible drive and media are necessary.

Windows Vista : DirectX

● If this software is installed on a PC that does not support

Microsoft

Windows® XP Professional/Home Edition SP2

Windows Vista

Pentium® III 800 MHz or higher

DirectX

versions above, the PC may not operate properly. If you are unsure if your personal computer is compatible, contact the maker.

Windows Media® Player 6.4 to 11

Pentium® 4 1.6 GHz or

(512 MB or more recommended)

(1 GB or more recommended)

9.0b or 9.0c (9.0c is already

installed with Windows

10 (already installed with Windows

Vista

)

XP SP2)

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A computer with the specifications below is required to use this software.

● Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.

● When two or more USB devices are connected to one PC, or when

devices are connected through USB hub or by using USB extension cable, operation is not guaranteed.

● This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment.

● This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.

● Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows XP Media Centre

Edition, Tablet PC Edition and not compatible with 64 bit operation systems.

Operating environment for the card reader function (EB/EP only),

the card reader/writer function (GC/GN/GJ only) (Mass storage)

Supported computers OS Microsoft

CPU Windows 2000 / XP : Intel

RAM Windows 2000 / XP : 128 MB or more (256MB or more

Interface USB port Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device

IBM PC/AT or compatible preinstalled with the OS below

Windows® 2000 Professional SP4 Microsoft Microsoft Ultimate/Business/Enterprise

Windows Vista : Including compatible CPUs. Intel

Windows Vista Home Basic : 512 MB or more Windows Vista Ultimate, Business, Home Premium, Enterprise : 1 GB or more

Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional

Windows® Vista® Home Basic/Home Premium/

Pentium® III 450 MHz or higher or

Intel

Celeron® 400 MHz or higher

1.6 GHz or higher recommended

recommended)

Pentium® 4

● USB connection: Data can be written to a computer.

● Microsoft

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

● IBM

Machines Corporation of the U.S.

● Intel

, Windows®, Windows Vista®, Windows Media®, DirectX®,

and DirectSound® are either registered trademarks or trademarks

and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business

and Pentium® and Celeron® are registered trademarks or trademarks of

Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.

● Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are

usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.

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With a

computer

● Before installing the software, check your operating environment (P.66) and

close any other software applications which are running.

● Do not perform other computer operations while installing the software.

● Do not connect this unit to the computer until installation is complete.

● Install MotionSD STUDIO only from the supplied CD-ROM.

Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your computer.

The Setup Menu starts automatically.

Installing MotionSD

STUDIO

Click [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E]. If installation is stopped halfway through, the software may not run properly.

Click [Next]. Continue to follow the on-screen messages to install it.

• Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX. If so, click [Yes] and install it.

Select a video system and click [Next]. [Readme.txt] is displayed when installation is complete. Be sure to check the contents.

Click [Finish]. Selecting “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.” automatically restarts the computer and completes installation. Eject the CD-ROM from the computer.

After the installation is finished, the icon [ When this unit and the computer are connected with the USB cable, the [SD Browser auto start] dialog box appears. (P.70) After installation is complete, clicking on [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E] in the Setup menu starts up the Uninstaller. Click [EXIT] in the Setup menu to close the menu.

] is displayed in the task tray.

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● MotionSD STUDIO only runs on Windows computers.

● Install and uninstall the software with administrator authorization.

If the Setup Menu does not start up automatically

Double-click the CD-ROM icon [ ] containing the CD-ROM drive in [My Computer].

Uninstalling the software

● For Windows 2000 or XP

Click [Start] → ([Settings] →) [Add or Remove

Programs (Applications)] in the [Control Panel].

● For Windows Vista

From the Start menu, select [Control Panel] →

[Programs] → [Uninstall Program].

Select [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E] and click [Remove] or [Uninstall/Remove]. Continue to follow the on-screen messages to uninstall it. After uninstalling the software, restart the computer.

Reading the MotionSD STUDIO operating instructions (PDF file)

Click [All Programs (or [Programs])] → [Panasonic] → [MotionSD STUDIO

1.3E] → [Manual] from the Start menu in Windows. Or, select [Manual] from the [Help] menu at the top of the [Edit Screen] windows in MotionSD STUDIO.

• Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later is required to read the PDF operating instructions.

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With a

computer

Using MotionSD STUDIO

Importing motion pictures and still pictures

When this unit is connected to the computer, MotionSD STUDIO starts up automatically.

● To use the application with Windows Vista, log on with administrator

authorization or via a standard user account. Guest accounts cannot be used. To use the application with Windows XP or 2000, log on with administrator authorization.

● Before using MotionSD STUDIO, please read [Readme First] by selecting

from the start menu. This file contains additional instructions or updated information.

● The very first time that the software is started up, the End User License

Agreement is displayed. Read it carefully and click [I agree].

Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16) and set the mode dial to a position

other than [OFF].

Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied).

Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

Select [PC CONNECT] on the [SELECT USB FUNCTION] screen of the unit.

The [SD Browser auto start] dialog box appears.

Click [Yes]. The [SD Browser] window appears, therefore do as instructed by displayed messages.

● Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.

(Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)

● Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the unit while the card access lamp is lit.

● The first time the unit is connected to the computer, the computer may have to be restarted.

● To output motion pictures edited with MotionSD STUDIO to SD cards, use an applicable SD card. (P.14)

● When outputting a large number of scenes to an SD card, DVD-R/RW or DVD-RAM, it may take time to display thumbnails or to output.

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For a detailed explanation on how to use the software, see the MotionSD STUDIO operating instructions (PDF file). (P.69)

Editing motion pictures and still pictures

Double-click the icon on the desktop. The window at left appears.

• If the icon does not appear on the desktop,

select [All Programs (or [Programs])] → [Panasonic] → [MotionSD STUDIO 1.3E] → [MotionSD STUDIO] from the start menu.

Click [EXIT this screen]. The startup window appears.

Closing MotionSD STUDIO

From the [SD Browser] screen

Click in the lower righthand corner of the screen.

From the [Edit Screen] screen

Click in the lower left-hand corner of the screen.

Or, select [Exit] from the [File] menu.

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Connecting the unit to a computer

Use the AC adaptor to supply power to this unit and connected devices.

Connect the unit and AC adaptor (P.16) and set the mode dial to a position

other than [OFF].

Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P.70)

Select [PC CONNECT].

● When this unit is connected to the computer, [Removable Disk] appears in [My Computer].

● The SD card appears as an external drive (E drive, etc.) in Windows Explorer.

● While the computer is accessing the SD card of this unit, [

bottom right of the unit’s LCD monitor.

Disconnecting the unit

Click the [ ] or [ ] icon on the task bar.

Click “Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device.”

When the disconnection confirmation message appears, click [OK].

Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from the computer.

Using this unit as an

external drive (Mass storage)

• The SD card in the unit appears on the computer as an external drive.

] appears at the

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This unit can be used as an external drive.

SD card folder structure

The content of the SD card in the unit can be checked from the computer. Motion pictures and still pictures recorded with the unit are saved in the folder tree below.

SD card with data recorded on this unit

Still pictures (Max. 999) taken in [ DPOF setting information on still pictures

Motion pictures (Max. 99) taken in [

● Do not move, rename, delete, compress, format or perform other operations

to the motion pictures or folders using Windows Explorer or the Macintosh Finder. Motion pictures will no longer play back.

● To edit motion pictures, use software capable of editing SD-Video files, such

as MotionSD STUDIO.

] mode

● Data not supported by this unit cannot be played back on this unit even if

copied onto an SD card.

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computer

Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P.70)

Display the Device Manager.

● For Windows 2000 Click [Start] → [Settings] → [Control Panel] → [System] → [Hardware] tab

→ [Device Manager] button.

● For Windows XP

Click [Start] → [Control Panel] → [Performance and Maintenance] →

[System] → [Hardware] tab in the [System Properties] window → [Device Manager] button.

● For Windows Vista From the Start menu, select [Control Panel] → [System and Maintenance]

→ [System] → [Device Manager] (from the [Task] window). If a confirmation window appears halfway through, click the [Continue] button.

When the driver is recognised

[USB Mass Storage Device] appears in [Universal Serial Bus controllers]. (The display differs according to the type of computer.)

When the driver is not recognised

[!] or [Unknown device] appears in [Universal Serial Bus controllers] or [Other devices]. Try the following.

• Method [1] : Turn off the unit and your computer once and turn on again to

• Method [2] : Remove the SD card from the unit and insert it back into the

• Method [3] : Connect the USB cable to another USB port on the computer.

Checking the connections

reconnect.

unit.

● If the driver cannot be recognised by any of the methods above, contact the

computer manufacturer.

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computer

Connecting to a Macintosh

computer

Operating environment required for external drives

Operating environment for the card reader function (EB/EP only), the card reader/writer function (GC/GN/GJ only) (Mass storage)

Supported computers OS Mac OS X 10.4 “Tiger” (Don’t have to install USB Driver.) CPU PowerPC G5 1.8 GHz or higher

RAM 64 MB or more Interface USB port

● Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are

fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used.

Macintosh

Intel

Core™ Duo, Intel® Core™ Solo

Connecting the unit to a the computer

Connect this unit and a computer with the USB cable (supplied). (P.70)

An icon labeled [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] appears on the desktop.

Copying still pictures to computers

Double click the [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] icon on the desktop.

The still pictures are in the [100CDPFP] folder inside the [DCIM] folder.

Drag and drop the still pictures to copy onto the computer.

Disconnecting the unit

Drag and drop the [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] icon to the Trash.

Disconnect the USB cable (supplied) from the computer.

● Apple, Mac OS is either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in

the United States and/or other countries.

● PowerPC

● Intel

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.

is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

Core™ is registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the

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Menus

Recording menu

Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

Top menu Submenus Purpose

BASIC

ADVANCED

SETUP

SCENE MODE Use settings tailored to specific scenes.

GUIDE LINES Check composition for tilting.

REC MODE Set the motion picture recording mode.

PICT.QUALITY Set still picture quality.

CLOCK SET Set the date/time.

SET WORLD TIME Set the local date/time of travel destinations.

D.ZOOM Use the digital zoom.

SIS Avoid jitter

WIND CUT Reduce the wind noise.

ZOOM MIC Apply zoom effect to sounds.

AUTO SLW SHTR Adjust shutter speed automatically.

SHTR EFFECT Cancel out shutter sound.

REC ASPECT Set aspect ratio for recording.

FADE COLOUR Change the fade colour.

Make basic settings.

LANGUAGE

Select the menu and display language.

Playback menu

Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

Top menu Submenus Purpose

EDIT SCENE

PHOTO SETUP

SETUP

LANGUAGE

LOCK SET Prevent accidental deleting.

DELETE Delete scenes.

LOCK SET Prevent accidental deleting.

DPOF SET Write print information onto SD cards.

Make basic settings.

Same as [LANGUAGE] above.

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Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.22.)

● Settings enclosed in

are active at the time of purchase.

Settings/Notices Mode Page

OFF / / / / / OFF / ON

/ /

YES / NO

OFF / 25x / 700x

OFF / ON

4:3 / 16:9

WHITE / BLACK

For details on the SETUP menu (P.78)

(EB only) English / Deutsch / Français / Italiano / Español /

(EP only) English / Deutsch / Français / Italiano / Español /

(GC/GN only) (GJ only) English / ﺔﻴﺑﺮﻌﻟﺍ / ﯽﺳﺭﺎﻓ / 中文 / ภาษาไทย /

Nederlands / Svenska / Polski / Česky / Türkçe

Magyar / Svenska / Polski / Česky / Türkçe English / ﺔﻴﺑﺮﻌﻟﺍ / ﯽﺳﺭﺎﻓ / 中文 / ภาษาไทย /

―

Settings/Notices Mode Page

YES / NO

ALL / SELECT / COPIED / NO

YES / NO

CANCEL ALL / SET / NO

For details on the SETUP menu (P.78)

50, 63

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Menus (cont.)

SETUP menu

Item Purpose

DISPLAY Display current information or settings on the LCD monitor.

DATE/TIME Select the date and time display mode.

DATE FORMAT Select the date display format.

FORMAT CARD Format SD cards.

QUICK START Start recording instantly.

POWER SAVE

BEEP SOUND Allow operations such as starting and ending recording to be

POWER LCD Brighten the LCD monitor more than usual.

LCD SET Adjust brightness or colour density of the LCD monitor.

TV ASPECT Display images at the aspect ratio of a connected TV.

EXT. DISPLAY Display information on a connected TV.

RESUME PLAY Continue playback from the point it was stopped.

INITIAL SET Return all settings except for [LANGUAGE] and [CLOCK SET] to

DEMO MODE

• Even when [OFF] is set, the operating status, date, world time and underwater mode displays remain displayed.

Turn off the unit if the unit is not being operated. This function does not work in the following cases.

• While using the AC adaptor

• While connected to a computer or printer via USB

signaled by a beep. When [ON] Beep: • When recording starts or the unit is turned on

• When a computer or printer is recognised

Beep-Beep: • When recording stops or the unit is turned off Beep-Beep, Beep-Beep … (4 times consecutively):

•

their defaults at the time of purchase.

Display an introduction to the unit (demonstration mode). The demonstration stops when any operation except pressing the [AUTO] or [MANUAL AF/MF] button is performed, but it will resume if no operations are performed for approx. 10 or more minutes.

If an error that prevents recording occurs, etc. Check the message (P.82) that appears on the LCD monitor.

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Recording and playback functions can be used and basic settings made. (For setting procedures, see P.22.)

● Settings enclosed in

OFF / ON

OFF / D/T / DATE

Y/M/D / M/D/Y / D/M/Y

YES / NO

OFF / ON

OFF / 5 MINUTES : The unit turns off if the unit is not operated

for about 5 minutes. To resume the unit use, set the mode dial to [OFF] and then the desired mode position.

are active at the time of purchase.

Settings/Notices Mode Page

―

OFF / ON

YES / NO

4:3 / 16:9

OFF / ON

YES / NO

OFF : [OFF] is normally set. ON : When the AC adaptor is connected without an SD

/ /

card having been inserted, the demonstration starts, and it stops when an SD card is inserted.

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LCD monitor displays

When recording

Motion picture recording display

/ /

/ / /

/ /

Recording mode (P.29)

Power LCD (P.25)

(Red) Recording/Writing to SD card (Green) Recording pause

Remaining time for recording (P.28) Auto mode (P.28)/

Manual mode (P.38) Scene mode (P.39)

Underwater mode (P.41)

Manual focus (P.38) White balance (P.40)

Shutter speed (P.42) F number (P.43)

Gain value (P.43)

Elapsed recording time (P.28) Remaining battery power (P.18) Soft skin mode (P.37)

Zoom microphone (P.33)

Wind noise reduction (P.45) Aspect ratio (P.28) Image stabilizer (P.33) Backlight compensation (P.36)

Zoom magnification indication (P.32)

No SD card is inserted/ unusable card Colour night view (P.37)

Fade colour (P.35)

World time (P.44)

Date (P.24) Time (P.24)

Still picture recording display

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Number of recording pixels Picture quality (P.31)

Remaining number of still pictures (P.30)

Self-timer (P.36)

During playback

Motion picture playback display

Still picture playback display

Operating status (P.46)

Playback Fast forward

Fast rewind

Scene shift

Frame-by-frame playback

Pause Jump to end of last scene/

start of first scene Slow motion playback

Playback time

Scene number (P.46)

Play mode

All scenes on the media displayed (P.47) Scenes recorded on the selected date displayed (P.47)

Volume adjustment (P.46)

Number of recording pixels (640 x 480) Size is not displayed if still pictures recorded on other devices that have different picture sizes from the size shown above.

DPOF already set (P.53)

Locked (P.52)

Scene number (P.49)

Still picture folder/file number

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Message What to check

CANNOT RECORD. Writing on the SD card failed.

NO DATA.

Messages

Neither motion pictures nor still pictures are recorded on the SD card. Data is recorded on the SD card, but if this message appears, the card may be unstable. Turn the unit off and turn back on.

THIS CARD CANNOT RECORD IN VIDEO MODE.

CHECK CARD.

CARD LOCKED. The SD card is write-protected. (P.15)

CARD FULL.

SCENE NUMBER IS FULL

CANNOT RECORD. THE NUMBER OF PROGRAM IS FULL.

CARD DOOR OPENED.

ERROR OCCURRED. RECORDING IS STOPPED.

EXIT THE MENU THEN CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE.

CANCEL NIGHT VIEW MODE.

An 8 MB or 16 MB SD card cannot be used in video recording mode.

The SD card is not supported or cannot be recognised by the unit.

The SD card cannot be recorded on because it is full or the numbers of scenes or numbers of scenes for the date has reached the maximum. Either delete unnecessary scenes or insert a new card. (P.50)

Close the card/battery door.

● Use a Panasonic SD card or other SD card

applicable for motion picture recording. (P.14)

● If this message appears when an applicable

card is used, it is recommended to format the card. Formatting deletes all data on the SD card. Therefore, save data on a computer or other device before formatting the card.

Functions that cannot be used simultaneously were selected. (P.89)

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This section explains the main messages appearing on the LCD monitor and how to deal with them.

Message What to check

PLEASE CONNECT AC ADAPTOR

ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.

You tried connecting the unit to a computer without connecting the AC adaptor.

The unit detected an error. Eject the SD card and turn off the unit and turn back on.

DISCONNECT USB CABLE.

CANNOT OPERATE WHILE USB CONNECTED.

CARD ERROR DETECTED.

NOW REPAIRING DATA.

DISC IS UNUSABLE. CHECK DISC.

CANNOT CHECK CONNECTED DEVICE. DISCONNECT THE USB CABLE FROM THIS UNIT.

The unit is not properly connected to a computer or printer. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.

The unit cannot be turned off while it is connected to a computer.

The data on the SD card contains errors. To repair the data, either use a battery of sufficient life or connect the AC adaptor. Depending on the error, it may take time to repair the data.

The data has been repaired.

● Depending on the situation, the data may not be

completely repaired.

● If the unit is turned off without repairing data, data

can be repaired the next time that the unit is turned on.

● If repairing fails, the data cannot be played back.

Format the SD card with this unit.

● Do not repair SD cards recorded on other devices

on this unit.

The disc cannot be used or cannot be written on. Use a new disc.

A device that cannot be used with this unit is connected to the unit.

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Problem What to check

The unit does not turn on. The status indicator is flashing while using the battery.

The unit turns off on its own.

Troubleshooting

Is the battery sufficiently charged?

To conserve the battery, the unit automatically turns off if the unit is not operated for about 5 minutes. To resume unit use, set the mode dial to [OFF] and then the desired mode position. When [POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF], the unit does not turn off automatically. (P.78)

The unit turns off as soon as it is turned on.

The battery runs down quickly.

The battery is swollen.

The unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. The unit does not operate normally.

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Is the battery run down? Charge the battery if the remaining battery life indication is flashing or the [LOW BATTERY] message appears on the LCD monitor. (P.18)

● Is the battery sufficiently charged?

● Is the unit being used in low temperatures?

The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold places, battery availability shortens.

● Is the battery at the end of its service-life?

If the battery lasts only a short while when fully charged, it has reached the end of its service-life.

The lithium ion battery used with this unit may swell if charged/discharged often, but this is no risk to safety.

● Is the LCD monitor open?

● Check that the card access lamp is out, then eject

the SD card, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute, then reinsert the battery or reconnect the AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn the unit off and turn back on. (Performing the above operation while the SD card is being accessed can damage data.)

Problem What to check

The display changes suddenly.

Indications (remaining pictures, elapsed time, etc.) do not appear on the LCD monitor.

Pictures cannot be recorded even though the SD card is properly inserted.

Motion picture recording stops on its own.

Still pictures come out like mosaics.

The unit does not focus automatically.

If the demo (camera introduction) video starts, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF]. (P.78)

When [DISPLAY] of the [SETUP] menu is set to [OFF], indications other than warnings and the date do not appear.

● Is the SD card write-protected? (P.15)

● Is the SD card full? Either delete unnecessary

scenes or insert a new card. (P.50)

● Is the unit in a recording mode?

● Is the card/battery door open?

● Are you using an applicable SD card? (P.14)

● Even with applicable SD cards, recording may stop

when using an SD card on which data has been written many times. Copy the data to a computer, then format the SD card on this unit. (Formatting deletes all data on the SD card.)

When [PICT. QUALITY] is set to [ subjects are recorded, pictures come out like mosaics. Set to [

● Is the unit set to manual focus? Press the [AUTO]

button to set auto focus.

● Are you recording a scene that is hard to focus

automatically? Focus the subject manually. (P.38)

] when recording. (P.31)

] and detailed

Audio is not output. Is the volume set low? (P.46)

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Problem What to check

The sound of the motor is being recorded.

Troubleshooting (cont.)

● This is an operating sound of the unit; there is

nothing wrong with the unit.

● If there is a drop of water near the microphone, the

operating sounds of the unit are amplified. Wipe away a drop of water with a dry cloth.

● Underwater, operating sounds of the unit and

particularly motor sounds are amplified.

Speaker volume is low.

Images do not appear on TV or appear stretched in the vertical direction.

Data cannot be deleted.

Images on the SD card do not look normal.

The SD card cannot be used even after formatting with this unit.

The unit does not recognise the SD card when inserted.

If there is water on the speaker, the volume may diminish. Wipe away any water with a dry cloth.

● Does the input mode on the TV match the connected

terminals? Set input to the connected terminals as explained in the TV’s operating instructions.

● Set [TV ASPECT] to match the connected TV. (P.54)

● Is the scene locked?

Unlock the scene. (P.52)

● Scenes whose thumbnails have a

deleted. If the data is unnecessary, format the SD card (P.52). Formatting deletes all data on the SD card.

● Is the SD card write-protected? (P.15)

The scene may be damaged. Scenes can be damaged by static electricity and electromagnetic waves. Save important data on a computer, etc.

This unit or the SD card may be broken. Consult the dealer from which you purchased the unit. For SD cards applicable with this unit (P.14)

Was the SD card formatted on the computer? Format SD cards with the unit. Formatting deletes all data on the SD card. Data cannot be restored afterwards. (P.52)

cannot be

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Problem What to check

● Is the unit connected to a computer?

When connected to a computer, the unit cannot be

The indication disappears, the display does not work or cannot be operated.

operated from the unit itself.

● Turn the unit off. If the unit does not turn off, eject

the SD card, remove and then reinsert the battery (disconnect and reconnect the AC adaptor), and turn back on. If the unit still does not work right, disconnect the power supply and consult the dealer from which you purchased the unit.

The SD card is not recognised when inserted into other devices.

The computer does not recognise the unit even when connected with USB cable.

After disconnecting the USB cable, an error message appears on the computer.

Check the supported SD cards in the device’s operating instructions.

● While the menu appears on the LCD monitor, the

USB function screen does not appear even if the USB cable is connected. Close the menu, then connect the USB cable.

● Is the AC adaptor connected?

● If the computer has multiple USB terminals, try using

another terminal.

● Check the operating environment. (P.66)

● Disconnect the USB cable, turn the unit off and turn

back on, then reconnect the cable.

● For Windows

To safely disconnect the USB cable, click the ( or

) icons in the task tray, and do as instructed by

displayed messages.

● For Macintosh

Drag the unit icon to the Trash, then disconnect the USB cable.

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Problem What to check

Troubleshooting (cont.)

[ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.] appears on the LCD monitor.

The PDF file of the MotionSD STUDIO operating instructions does not open.

● The unit detected an error. To protect data, eject the

SD card and set the mode dial to [OFF]. The unit turns off about 1 minute later.

● If the same message is displayed repeatedly after

turning the unit back on, the unit needs servicing. Disconnect the power supply and consult the dealer from which you purchased the unit. Do not attempt to repair the appliance by yourself.

Is Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later installed in the computer? Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, or Adobe Reader

7.0 or later is required to view the PDF file of the MotionSD STUDIO operating instructions.

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Problem What to check

Because of specifications, this unit has functions that cannot be used simultaneously.

Examples:

Function Condition

Digital zoom

Fade

Colour night view

Backlight compensation

A function cannot be used or selected.

Soft skin mode (Set and cancel)

Help mode

Image stabilizer

Scene mode

Changes to white balance mode

Changes to shutter speed/ iris or gain

When [INITIAL SET] is executed from the SETUP menu, since all settings except for the display language are restored to the defaults at the time of purchase, therefore functions can be selected. (P.78)

● When in still picture recording

mode

● When in still picture recording

mode

● During recording

(Cannot set nor cancel)

● When in underwater mode

● While setting iris or gain

● While using Colour night view

● During recording

● When in still picture recording

mode

● While using Colour night view

● When in auto recording mode

● While using Colour night view

● When using digital zoom

● While using Colour night view

● When using scene mode

● While using Colour night view

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(For Australia) In the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600.

Cautions for use

When using the unit

● Keep the SD Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

• If you use the SD Video Camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and

sound on the SD Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

• Do not use the SD Video Camera near cell phones because doing so may

result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong

magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may

adversely affect the SD Video Camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.

• If the SD Video Camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment

and stops functioning properly, turn the SD Video Camera off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn the SD Video Camera on.

● Do not use the SD Video Camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded

pictures and sound may be adversely affected.

● Use the cord or cable supplied with the unit or other devices. Do not extend the cords and the cables.

● Do not expose the unit to insecticide or volatile substances, or allow prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl products. (This can cause deformation and peeling.)

● Do not drop or impact the unit while carrying.

• Strong impacts may damage the outer casing, causing it to malfunction.

● Do not use the unit for business purposes such as surveillance.

• This unit is not of professional grade, and can build up heat internally over

extended use, resulting in trouble.

● Before long periods of disuse:

• Wipe away moisture and dirt with a soft dry cloth, dry naturally and store with

desiccant (silica gel).

● To dry this unit, do not use a microwave oven or regular oven, and do not place the unit in the immediate vicinity of a stove or open fire. Doing so may cause the unit to catch fire or cause smoke to emanate, resulting in malfunctioning.

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SD cards

● The memory capacity indicated on the SD card label is the total of the

capacity for copyright protection and management, and that ordinarily used by the unit, computers, etc.

● MiniSD cards require a purpose-specific adaptor. Do not insert just the miniSD

card or just the adaptor. Also, do not insert and remove a miniSD card while keeping the adaptor inserted into the unit. (This can cause damage.)

Battery

● The rechargeable lithium ion battery used with this unit is readily affected by

temperature and humidity. In cold places, the full battery indication may not appear and a low battery warning may appear approx. 5 minutes after starting use. In high temperatures, a protective function may be triggered, preventing use.

● After use, always remove and store the battery.

• If left inside the unit, the battery may over-discharge because of small amounts of current flow, ultimately damaging the battery.

• Place the battery in a plastic bag so as to prevent metal from contacting terminals and store in a cool (15 - 25 ˚C) dry (40 - 60 % RH) place subject to minimal temperature changes.

• Storing the battery in extreme cold or high heat may shorten the battery’s service-life. Moreover, places that are hot, humid or oily can rust terminals and cause damage to the battery.

• During long-term storage, charge the battery once a year, then use it until depleted and store it again.

• Clean battery terminals of adhering dust, etc.

● Bring a spare battery with you when going out.

• Bring 3 - 4x more battery power than you plan to use. In cold places such as ski resorts, recording time becomes shorter.

• Do not forget the AC adaptor when traveling so that you can recharge batteries.

● Do not use batteries if damaged or deformed (especially terminals) from

dropping, etc.

• This can cause damage to the unit.

● Do not throw batteries into fire.

• The battery may burst if heated or thrown into fire.

● If the battery does not last long immediately after charging, it has reached the

end of its service-life. Purchase a new battery.

● Notice about the rechargeable battery

• The battery is designated recyclable. Please follow your local recycling regulations.

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AC adaptor

● Use the supplied AC adaptor.

● If the battery itself is too hot or too cold, it may take time to charge or may not

charge at all.

● Keep the AC adaptor at least 1 m away from the radio. (Interference may

affect the radio.)

● During use, the AC adaptor may make noises internally, however, this is

normal.

● After use, unplug the AC adaptor from its AC outlet. (Leaving it connected

consumes 0.3 W [max.] of power.)

● Keep the terminals of the AC adaptor clean.

Keep the AC adaptor near an AC outlet and yourself within arm’s reach of a breaker (AC plug).

LCD monitor

● If the LCD monitor fogs up or becomes dirty, wipe it clean with a soft dry cloth.

● When the unit is extremely cold in cold places or in other such conditions,

although the LCD monitor may be slightly dark immediately after turning power on, the normal brightness is restored when internal temperature rises.

The LCD monitor is made with high-precision technology, however black spots may appear in displays or stuck lighting (red, blue or green) may occur. There is nothing wrong with the monitor. The LCD monitor pixels are controlled to a 99.99 % degree of accuracy; however, dead or stuck pixels may occur in the remaining 0.01 %. These pixel defects are not recorded in SD card images, therefore do not worry.

Cautions for use (cont.)

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Condensation

● If condensation adheres to the unit, the lens may fog and the unit and SD card

may not function properly. Avoid sharp changes in temperature and humidity.

● Condensation may adhere in the following cases:

• After summer rain showers or in humid places where the air is thick with steam

• When heaters are turned on in cold rooms

• When moving from cold places to warm places

• When the unit is directly exposed to cold drafts (i.e., air-conditioners, etc.)

● In the event of differences in temperature or humidity, place the unit in a

plastic bag, remove as much air as possible, seal and let it sit for about 1 hour to adjust to the ambient temperature.

● If the lens fogs up, remove the battery and disconnect the AC adaptor, open

the card/battery door and let it sit for about 1 hour to adjust to the ambient temperature.

Cleaning

● Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adaptor.

● Do not use benzene, thinner, alcohol, etc. (These substances can cause

deformation and peeling.)

● Wipe off fingerprints and dust with a soft dry cloth. For stubborn dirt, soak a

cloth in water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the dirty surfaces. Then wipe the surfaces with a dry cloth.

● Use chemically impregnated tissues in accordance with warnings and

indications.

Shock proof

This unit is a highly shock-proof video camera that has passed a drop test＊ from a height of 1.2 m. ＊ This test confirmed to “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5 – Shock”. (The product

was dropped on top of 5 cm thick plywood.)

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

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Specifications

SD Video Camera : Information for your safety

Power source: DC 5.0 V (When using AC adaptor), DC 3.6 V (When using

Power consumption: Recording: 2.9 W, Charging: 4.5 W

battery)

Signal system EIA Standard: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signal

Image sensor

Lens

Zoom 10x optical zoom, 25/700x digital zoom Monitor 2.7˝ wide LCD monitor (approx. 123 K pixels) Microphone Stereo (with a zoom function) Speaker 1 round speaker White balance adjustment Auto tracking white balance system Standard illumination 1,400 lx

Minimum required illumination

Video output level 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω Audio output level 316 mV, 600 Ω

USB

Dimensions

(excluding the projecting parts)

Mass (Weight)

Mass (Weight) in operation

Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % Battery operation time Refer to page 18.

Integral water-resistant function

Shock-proof performance

1/6˝ CCD image sensor Total: 800 K Effective pixels: Moving picture: 400 K (4:3), 350 K (16:9) Still picture: 410 K (4:3)

Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.4 Focal length: 2.3 mm to 23.0 mm Macro (Full range AF)

Approx. 6 lx (Low light mode, 1/25) [Approx. 2 lx with the Colour night view function]

Card reader function (EB/EP only) Card reader/writer function (GC/GN/GJ only) (No copyright protection support) Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type miniAB, PictBridge-compliant

33.8 mm (W) x 63.4 mm (H) x 115.4 mm (D)

Approx. 224 g without an SD card and supplied battery

Approx. 246 g with an SD card and supplied battery

Equivalent to IEC 60529 “Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code)” IPX8. (Supports use underwater down to a depth of 1.5 m for up to 30 minutes.)

Discrete drop tests, where the unit is dropped from a height of 1.2 m in accordance with “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5—Shock,” passed. (The product was dropped on top of 5 cm thick plywood.)

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Dustproof performance

Motion pictures

Recording media

Picture size 704 x 576 Recordable time Refer to page 29. Compression MPEG2 (SD-Video standard compliant) Recording mode and transfer rate Audio compression MPEG1-Layer2 compliant (stereo)

Still pictures

Recording media

Number of recordable pictures Refer to page 31.

Compression

Picture size 640 x 480 (4:3)

Equivalent to IEC 60529 “Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code)” IP5X.

SD Memory Card: 256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB/8 GB/16 GB (FAT32 format corresponding)

XP: 10 Mbps (VBR), SP: 5 Mbps (VBR), LP: 2.5 Mbps (VBR)

SD Memory Card: 8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/ 512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 format corresponding) SDHC Memory Card: 4 GB/8 GB/16 GB (FAT32 format corresponding)

JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding

AC adaptor : Information for your safety

Power source: AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption: 12 W

DC output: DC 5.0 V, 1.6 A

Dimensions 76 mm (W) x 22 mm (H) x 46 mm (D) Mass (Weight) Approx. 100 g

Battery pack : Information for your safety

Maximum voltage: DC 4.2 V

Nominal voltage: DC 3.6 V

Rated capacitance: 1000 mAh

Specifications may change without prior notice.

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Index

Numerics

2-way hand strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Auto focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27, 38

Auto slow shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Backlight compensation . . . . . . . . .36

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Beep sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Charging time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Colour night view function . . . . . . .37

Cursor button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Date and time display. . . . . . . . . . .24

Delete Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Demo mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Digital zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

DirectX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

DPOF setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55, 59

DVD burner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-63

Fade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Format Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Frame-by-frame playback. . . . . . . .48

Image stabilizer function. . . . . . . . .33

Initial setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Iris. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 25

Locking scenes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Manual focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 76

Mode dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Motion picture playback . . . . . . . . .46

Motion picture recording. . . . . . . . .28

MotionSD STUDIO . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Number of recordable pictures . . . .31

Operation icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

PictBridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Picture quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Power LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Power save. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Quick start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Help mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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Recordable time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Recording modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Recording time elapsed . . . . . . . . .28

Remaining number of

still pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Remaining time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Resume playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Scene mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

SD/SDHC Memory Card. . .13, 14, 19

Self-timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Shock proof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Shutter effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Shutter speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Skip playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Slide show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Slow-motion playback. . . . . . . . . . .48

Soft skin mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Still picture playback. . . . . . . . . . . .48

Still picture recording . . . . . . . . . . .30

Thumbnails by date . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

TV aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Underwater mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Volume adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Water resistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7

White balance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Wind noise reduction function . . . .45

World time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Zoom microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

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This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the

purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

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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