Panasonic VDR-M75PP, VDR-M95PP, VDR-M55PP User Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Video Camera

Model No.

VDR-M53PP

VDR-M55PP

VDR-M75PP

VDR-M95PP

The illustration shows VDR-M95PP.

 

VDR-M53PP

VDR-M55PP

VDR-M95PP

 

VDR-M75PP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Built-in Flash

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

USB

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote Controller

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

PC Software

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

- : Not available

Thank you for buying a Panasonic product. Please take the time to become familiar with the operating instructions and how it is set up. Keep this manual handy for future reference.

For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

Printed on recycled paper.

This manual was printed

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with soy based ink.

M0205KZ-1035

 

Important Information

For Your Safety

The power switch turns the DVD Video Camera on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camera is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off .

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, BE

SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC

ADAPTOR (VSK0677).

The DVD Video Camera and AC adaptor have the following caution marks.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Identifications of caution marks

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully to avoid any problems.

Precautions

WARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copy-right law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials.

The liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is made by highly precise technology. More than 99.99% of its picture elements (pixels) are effective, but some (less than 0.01%) may appear as colored bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION

This product contains a laser diode of higher class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

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

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name:

Panasonic

Model No.:

VDR-M53PP / VDR-M55PP / VDR-M75PP / VDR-M95PP

Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

 

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact:

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

 

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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

This class B digital apparatus complies with CANADIAN ICES-003.

This Product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

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

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

Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 98, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000 Professional, Windows® XP Home Edition and Windows® XP Professional are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Intel®, Pentium® Processor, and Celeron® Processor are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. IBM® and PC/AT® are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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

Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each individual company.

SD logo is a trademark.

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Be sure to read the following before opening the CD-ROM package

This Agreement will take effect at the moment you open the package of the storage device (CD-ROM) provided with this product, if you agree to the terms herein.

If you do not accept the terms of this Agreement, immediately return the unopened package of storage medium and enclosed materials (printed matter, external package, and all others) to your dealer, or return only the package of storage medium to your dealer.

This License Agreement certifies that you were granted license in the past.

License Agreement

Article 1 Grant of License

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. grants you the following rights for the following products (to be referred to as “This Software” hereafter) that you have obtained with this Agreement:

(a)You may use This Software only on a single piece of equipment. However, if this equipment cannot be used because of mechanical problem, you may temporarily use This Software on another piece of equipment.

(b)Although This Software contains several components that can be run on computer as independent functions, all components are licensed as a single product: You may not, by any means, use these components on different computers at the same time.

Article 2 Copyrights

The copyrights of This Software, attached manual, etc. are owned by the following corporations, and are protected by copyright laws in Japan and USA, as well as by other intellectual property and international properties:

Name of Software

Copyright Owners

DVD-RAM Driver

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

 

 

DVD-MovieAlbumSE/DVDfunSTUDIO

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

 

 

Article 3 Other Rights and Limitations

(a)You may not copy This Software or any of the printed materials attached, except for duplications to provide back-up or storage.

(b)Use of This Software by third parties is prohibited, whether by transferring, renting, leasing, lending, moving, or any other measures.

(c)You may not decompile or disassemble this Software.

(d)Duplication and/or distribution of any files on this storage medium for commercial use is prohibited.

Article 4 Quality Assurance

Under no circumstances will Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. accept any responsibility for any damage you may incur from using or being unable to use This Software (including, but not limited to, loss of business profit, interruption of business, loss of business information, or other monetary damages).

Article 5 Termination of Agreement

If you fail to comply with the terms of this Agreement, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. reserves the right to terminate the Agreement. In such a case, you will be obliged to discard all copies of This Software and its components.

Article 6 Prioritized License Agreement

When some software programs are installed, the license agreements will be displayed (to be referred to as online license agreement).

If the online license agreement conflicts with this Agreement, the online license agreement shall have a priority.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.

This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD Video Camera and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1Read and Follow Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated. Follow all operating and use instructions.

2Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3Heed Warnings — Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.

4Power Sources — This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

5Overloading — Do not overload

wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are

dangerous, and so are frayed power cables, damaged or

cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. They may result in

a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation.

6Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

7Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer's instructions have been followed.

chise to key

8Attachments — Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

9Water and Moisture — Do not use this video product near water — for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

10Accessories — Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the

manufacturer.

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11An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven

surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

12Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

USE

13Cleaning — Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

14Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts, which could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.

15Lightning — For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable-system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges.

SERVICE

16Servicing — Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17Conditions Requiring Service — Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

a.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.

c.If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.

e.If the video product has been dropped or the casing has been damaged.

f.When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service.

18Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards.

19Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition.

20Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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Cautions When Using

Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:

The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object.

If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn the DVD Video Camera off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.

Do not place the DVD Video Camera with the open LCD screen down.

Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD Video Camera.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Liquid crystal display and viewfinder:

The LCD screen and viewfinder are the products of highly precise technology. Among the total number of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for LCD monitor and approx. 200,000 pixels for viewfinder), 0.01% or less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as colored dots (red, blue, green). This shows the limitations of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that will interfere with recording.

The LCD screen and viewfinder will be slightly dimmer than usual when the DVD Video Camera is at low temperature, as in cold areas, or immediately after power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the DVD Video Camera rises.

The following characteristics may appear in the viewfinder.

The colors seen in the viewfinder may appear different from the colors on the LCD monitor.

Text appears slightly fuzzy.

The edges of the subject appear glaring.

Iridescence momentarily occurs when you move the observation point along with the motion of the subject.

Note that the foregoing phenomena have no effect on the image in a disc or card, so there is no cause for concern.

Hold the DVD Video Camera correctly:

Do not hold the DVD Video Camera by the viewfinder or LCD monitor when lifting it: the viewfinder or LCD monitor could detach and the DVD Video Camera may fall.

Do not subject the DVD Video Camera to impact:

This DVD Video Camera is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall.

Do not use the DVD Video Camera on a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.

No sand or dust!

Fine sand or dust entering the DVD Video Camera or AC adaptor could cause malfunctions or defects.

No water or oil!

Water or oil entering the DVD Video Camera or AC adaptor could cause electric shock, malfunctions or defects.

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Heat on surface of product:

The surface of the DVD Video Camera will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault.

Screen on connected TV:

Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the DVD Video Camera is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.

Be careful of ambient temperature:

Using the DVD Video Camera in a place where the temperature is over 140°F (40°C) or under 32°F (0°C) will result in abnormal recording/playback.

Take care that the temperature of this DVD Video Camera, when connected to a PC, does not rise excessively (reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 86°F (30°C).

Do not leave the DVD Video Camera on a beach or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very high for a long time: This could cause malfunctions.

Do not point directly at the sun:

If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD Video Camera could malfunction or a fire could occur.

Do not leave the DVD Video Camera with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause malfunctions.

Do not use the DVD Video Camera near TV or radio:

This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts.

Do not use the DVD Video Camera near strong radio waves or magnetism:

If the DVD Video Camera is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio wave tower or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound.

At worst the DVD Video Camera could malfunction.

Do not expose the DVD Video Camera to soot or steam:

Thick soot or steam could damage the DVD Video Camera case or cause malfunctions.

Do not use the DVD Video Camera near corrosive gas:

If the DVD Video Camera is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, the external or internal terminals could corrode, disabling normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could corrode, so that power will not turn on.

Do not use the DVD Video Camera near ultrasonic humidifier:

Calcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the DVD Video Camera, which could cause it to operate abnormally.

Do not expose the DVD Video Camera to insecticide:

Insecticide entering the DVD Video Camera could dirty the lens in the laser pickup block, and in such a case the DVD Video Camera might not operate normally. Turn the DVD Video Camera off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.

Do not use an optional 8 cm CD lens cleaner:

Cleaning the lens is not necessary when using this DVD Video Camera in the usual way.

Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD Video Camera to malfunction.

Do not touch the lens in laser pickup block.

If you touch the lens in the laser pickup block directly it may cause malfunctions. Laser pickup block is not a compensable part. Therefore, pay much attention when operating this camera.

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Be careful of moisture condensation:

When you move the DVD Video Camera between places where the difference in temperatures is great - such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle - condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD Video Camera. If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth. Even if the external surface of DVD Video Camera has dried, condensation may remain inside: Turn the DVD Video Camera off and leave it in a dry place for at least 1-2 hours before using it again.

Do not use the DVD Video Camera for a long, uninterrupted period of time:

This DVD Video Camera cannot be used for a long time continuously as a surveillance camera/monitor. If you use the DVD Video Camera for a long continuous period of time, the temperature of the DVD Video Camera could exceed its proper limit and the recording/playback operation could be slowed down: In this case, turn it off and wait for a while before using it again.

Take care that the temperature of this DVD Video Camera, when connected to a PC, does not rise excessively [reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 86°F (30°C).]

Do not turn the DVD Video Camera off while the ACCESS/PC indicator* or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking:

The ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking to show that data is being written to disc or card, or being read from it. At this time, do not do any of the following, so as not to damage the data:

Remove battery pack

Disconnect AC adaptor

Plug or unplug USB cable

Remove disc or card

Subject DVD Video Camera to severe vibrations or impact.

Forcefully open or close the LCD monitor

ACCESS/PC

indicator*

CARD ACCESS indicator

*ACCESS indicator (VDR-M53PP)

Labeled “ACCESS/PC indicator” in this manual.

If you turn the DVD Video Camera off while the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking, turn it on again with the disc or card loaded in it: Repair of the disc or card will be executed automatically (see page 151).

Do not wipe the DVD Video Camera case with benzene or thinner:

The coating of case could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate.

When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions.

Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:

For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction manuals attached.

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

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Cautions When Storing

Do not leave the DVD Video Camera in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time:

The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the DVD Video Camera in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Do not expose the DVD Video Camera to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.

Do not store the DVD Video Camera in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place:

Dust entering the DVD Video Camera could cause malfunctions. If humidity is high, the lens could become moldy, and the DVD Video Camera could become inoperative. It is recommended that you put the DVD Video Camera in a box together with a desiccant when storing it in a closet, etc.

Do not store the DVD Video Camera in a place subject to strong magnetism or intense vibrations:

This could cause malfunctions.

Detach the battery pack from the DVD Video Camera and store it in a cool place:

Leaving the battery pack attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.

Suggestions and Restrictions

Make a trial recording:

Always make a trial recording before doing actual recording to make sure that recording is normal. Data that have not been stored normally because of a defect in the DVD Video Camera cannot be restored.

It is recommended that you use a DVD-RAM disc from which recorded contents can be deleted for trial recording.

Do not use the DVD Video Camera for professional applications:

This DVD Video Camera is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback.

The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:

Panasonic cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD Video Camera, disc or card. Also, Panasonic cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.

If you or a third party makes a mistake when handling this DVD Video Camera, disc, card, etc., the recorded contents may be lost. We cannot be responsible for compensation for damages due to loss of recorded contents.

Copyright:

Data recorded on the disc or card in this DVD Video Camera using other digital/analog media or devices is protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Be aware that recording is restricted for some demonstrations, performances and exhibitions, even for personal enjoyment.

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Read This First

To guide you, we've included the following six chapters.

The section on “Setup” explains how to set up the DVD Video Camera, battery pack, and set the date/time.

The section on “Basic Techniques” explains the basic operation of this DVD Video Camerarecording of movies, still images, external input, and playback of recorded images.

The section on “Advanced Techniques” explains settings on this DVD Video Camera for more advanced usage.

The section on “Disc Navigation” explains editing with Disc Navigation: Refer to this section when finalizing DVD-R disc and initializing DVD-RAM disc.

The section on “Installing Software” explains the contents of provided CD-ROM and how to install the included software.

“Supplementary Information” includes an introduction to products sold separately, proper cleaning, and troubleshooting.

We want this manual to be as helpful as possible, so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need:

A quick index for the information you use most often (this page).

A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly (see pages 15-17).

Get to know your DVD Video Camera by using this manual, and get to know Panasonic. We appreciate your business.

Quick Index

 

Available Discs.................................................

28

Recording Movie..............................................

51

Playing Back ....................................................

59

Connecting to a TV..........................................

71

Functions Available with Disc Navigation ......

100

Installing Software (Only for VDR-M55PP/VDR-

M75PP/VDR-M95PP) ....................................

130

With this DVD Video Camera you can view the picture being recorded or the playback picture on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. The following text describes operation assuming that the viewfinder is used as a monitor device.

About This Manual

•Displays in this manual

The displays in the manual may not appear exactly as those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

•Notation of cancel button

Press the stop/cancel button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding one. The expression “press the g button” will be used in this text.

1, 2 and 3marks beside headings

Some functions of this DVD Video Camera are unavailable with disc or card. Refer to the marks at right above each function to identify whether the disc or card is compatible with the function. Refer to these marks and identify the functions and operation to match the disc or card you use.

•Illustrations in this manual

Although the external appearances of VDR-M53PP, VDR-M55PP, VDR-M75PP and VDR-M95PP are different, they are both operated in the same way.

Illustrations of VDR-M95PP are used in this text.

•Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to understand.

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Introduction

•You can record even immediately following playback (page 51)

Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning of a blank portion.

New recording will not overwrite any previously recorded data.

Recorded scenes

If you stop playback midway and start recording, overwrite will not occur.

•You can immediately play back desired recorded scenes (page 98)

You do not need to rewind, unlike recorders using tape.

You can select any scene you want and immediately play it back).

•Use Disc Navigation to create your original movie (page 116)

You can delete unnecessary scenes, move any scenes, etc., and create your original movie work (Play List).

Before editing

After editing

•You can easily edit scenes (page 77)

Using this DVD Video Camera, you can collect scenes of your child, for example, on a play list by using the Disc Navigation function and create an original movie. Then simply play back the play list and dub it on VCR. It is also easy to make any number of identical tapes.

Until now, you had to

With DVD, you can simply

 

repeatedly press

play back this DVD Video

 

buttons.

Camera, and press the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

record button on VCR.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Create original DVDs on PC (page 143)

You can use a DVD-R disc to create an original DVD, using the provided software CD-ROM.

The created DVD disc can be played back on a DVD player, DVD-ROM drive, etc.

Original DVD being

Playback of DVD

created

 

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Quick Start Guide for Software

Only for VDR-M55PP/VDR-M75PP/VDR-M95PP

Features

The following software programs are contained on the provided CD-ROM.

Software

Feature

DVD-RAM Driver

Install this driver when using stills and video clips recorded on a DVD-

 

RAM disc on a PC.

 

 

DVD-MovieAlbumSE

By using DVD-MovieAlbumSE with DVD Video Camera, it is possible to

 

perform playback, recording and editing of the DVD-RAM disc. It is also

 

possible to transfer extracted data and title information, etc. to

 

DVDfunSTUDIO.

 

 

DVDfunSTUDIO

Use this software when burning a DVD-Video disc from motion images

 

edited using DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

 

 

Confirming the environment of connecting equipment: see page 130.

Installation Guide (see page 130 for details)

1Connect this DVD Video Camera to the PC as illustrated below.

2Install the software (DVD-RAM Driver, DVDfunSTUDIO and DVD-MovieAlbumSE).

The software can also be installed from the “Setup Menu”.

If the “Setup Menu” does not appear, double-click the CD-ROM drive icon.

Suggestions for using software (see page 143 for details)

1Connect this DVD Video Camera to the PC as illustrated below.

Please ensure a DVD-RAM disc with recorded material is loaded into the DVD Video Camera before proceeding.

To USB port

2Edit video clips using DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

You can edit motion image files on the DVD-RAM disc.

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3 Export video clips to PC using DVD-MovieAlbumSE.

4 DVDfunSTUDIO program will automatically start. (see page 144 for details)

5Edit video clip files and introduce interactive DVD menus using DVDfunSTUDIO Software.

6Insert a new DVD-R disc into the DVD Video Camera.

When making an original DVD-R disc using DVDfunSTUDIO software, a message for initialization appears on the LCD of DVD Video Camera. Select “No” and then follow the instructions on the screen of your PC to make the original DVD-R disc. Do not perform initialization of the DVD-R disc on the Video Camera when using a DVD-R disc with your computer.

7Write the final movie to the DVD-R disc with DVDfunSTUDIO.

Write the final movie to an 8 cm DVD-R disc in this DVD Video Camera using DVDfunSTUDIO software.

Cautions for use

When you are making a recording on a new DVD-R disc in your DVD Video Camera, you must initialize the disc before recording video clips. DVD-RAM disc and SD Memory Card do not require initialization.

DVD-R discs are a one time write format; therefore, when you write information to the DVD-R disc with DVDfunSTUDIO, you cannot edit it again.

When using DVD-MovieAlbumSE software on Windows® 2000 Professional / XP Home Edition / XP Professional, log on to your PC as Administrator.

Set the display resolution to 1024 × 768 (16 bits color) or higher.

Display Settings method as follows:

Select “Start” >> “Control Panel” >> “Display” and select “Settings” tab on “Display”, and then adjust “Screen Resolution” and “Color quality”.

Depending on the condition of your PC, it may take a long time to install the software.

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Table of Contents

Important Information ........................................

2

Be sure to read the following before opening

 

the CD-ROM package ....................................

4

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ...........................

5

Cautions When Using .......................................

7

Cautions When Storing ...................................

10

Suggestions and Restrictions .........................

10

Read This First ...............................................

11

About This Manual ..........................................

11

Introduction .....................................................

12

Quick Start Guide for Software .......................

13

Table of Contents ...........................................

15

Check Provided Accessories ..........................

18

Names of Parts ...............................................

19

Setting Up the Battery Pack ............................

23

Charging Battery Pack .........................................

23

Record and Play Back Using Disc (Video and

 

Photo) ...........................................................

24

Record and Play Back Using Card (Photo) ....

26

Discs and Cards .............................................

28

Available Discs ....................................................

28

Information on DVD-R Disc .................................

29

Examples of Discs that Cannot be Used on this

 

DVD Video Camera ..........................................

29

Handling Discs .....................................................

30

Available Cards ...................................................

30

Storage Capacity of Disc or Card ...................

32

Recordable Time of Movie (Video) ......................

32

Recordable Stills (Photos) on Disc ......................

33

Recordable Stills (Photos) on Card .....................

33

Size and Quality of Photos ..................................

33

Setup

 

Setting Up the DVD Video Camera ................

34

Holding DVD Video Camera ................................

34

Attaching Shoulder Belt .......................................

35

Attaching Lens Cap .............................................

35

Inserting Battery into Remote Controller (Not

 

included with VDR-M53PP) ..............................

36

Removing Battery from Remote Controller ..........

36

Viewing Subject Through Viewfinder ...................

37

Viewing Image on LCD Monitor Screen ..............

38

Closing LCD Monitor ...........................................

39

Setting Date and Time .........................................

40

Changing Display Format of Date and Time .......

41

About the Battery Pack ...................................

42

Attaching Battery Pack to DVD Video Camera ....

42

Removing Battery Pack .......................................

42

Remaining Battery Level Indicator .......................

44

Efficient Use of Battery Pack ...............................

44

Using DVD Video Camera with AC adaptor ........

45

Inserting and Removing Disc ..........................

46

Inserting Disc .......................................................

46

Removing Disc ....................................................

48

Inserting and Removing Card .........................

49

Basic Techniques

 

Basic Operation of DVD Video Camera .........

50

Turning DVD Video Camera On or Off ................

50

Recording Movie .............................................

51

Recording Stills ...............................................

52

Compensating for Backlight ............................

53

On-Screen Information ...................................

54

Information Display during Recording .................

54

Zooming ..........................................................

57

Macro Recording .................................................

58

Playing Back ...................................................

59

Playing Back ........................................................

59

Playback from Start of Disc or Card ....................

60

Search Playback of Movie ...................................

60

Frame Advance/Frame Back/Slow Playback of

 

Movie ................................................................

60

Skip Playback of Movie .......................................

61

Playing Back Stills ...............................................

61

Jumping to Specified Point (Go To) ....................

62

On-Screen Information Display ......................

63

Information Display during Playback ...................

63

Manually Focusing Subject .............................

64

Focusing during Recording .................................

64

Adjusting Exposure Manually .........................

66

Using Auto Function .......................................

67

Built-in Flash (Only for VDR-M95PP) .............

68

Setting Flash ...................................................

69

Recording in Dark Locations Using the Light

 

from the LCD Monitor ...................................

70

Using External Microphone ............................

70

Viewing on TV Screen ....................................

71

Connecting to a TV ..............................................

71

Viewing on TV Screen .........................................

72

Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player ......

73

To Customers who Have a DVD Video

 

Recorder with a hard disk ............................

73

Playback on DVD Player ................................

74

Recording (Dubbing) Images ..........................

75

Recording (Dubbing) Images from Other Video

 

Device ..............................................................

75

Recording (Dubbing) Images from Other Video

 

Cameras ...........................................................

76

Recording (Dubbing) Images on Other Video

 

Devices .............................................................

77

Advanced Techniques

 

Understanding Flow of Menus ........................

78

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Setting Up Camera Functions .........................

80

Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject

 

(Switching Program AE Mode) .........................

80

Adjusting Color (White Balance) ..........................

81

Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) .........

83

Reducing Wind Noise during Recording (Wind

 

Cut) ...................................................................

83

Setting Up Record Functions ..........................

84

Switching Movie Quality (VIDEO Mode) ..............

84

Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality) .............

85

Setting to Wide TV Screen Mode (Wide) (Only for

VDR-M75PP / VDR-M95PP) ............................

86

Receiving Image from Another Device (Input

 

Source) .............................................................

88

Switching External Input Recording Method

 

(PHOTO Input) ..................................................

88

Self Timer ............................................................

89

Setting OSD Output On or Off (On-Screen

 

Display) .............................................................

90

LCD/EVF Setup ..............................................

91

Setting Brightness of LCD Screen (Brightness) ..

91

Setting Brightness of Viewfinder (EVF

 

Brightness) ........................................................

91

Setting Color Density (Color Level) .....................

92

Always Display Image in Viewfinder ....................

92

Initial Settings .................................................

93

Switching Operating Sound On or Off (Beep) .....

93

Turning DVD Video Camera Off Automatically

 

(Power Save) ....................................................

93

Turning Record LED On or Off (Record LED) .....

94

Changing Display Language (Language) ............

94

Resetting Menu Settings to Defaults (Reset) ......

95

Disc Navigation

 

Using Disc Navigation .....................................

96

Starting or Terminating Disc Navigation ..............

96

Playing Back from Disc Navigation Screen .........

98

Selecting Multiple Scenes ...................................

99

Selecting Consecutive Scenes Together .............

99

Disc Navigation Menu ...................................

100

Functions Available with Disc Navigation ..........

100

Understanding Flow of Disc Navigation Menu ...

101

Scene ............................................................

102

Deleting Scenes (Edit-Delete) ...........................

102

Changing Images for Thumbnails (Effect -

 

Thumbnail) ......................................................

104

Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Effect - Skip)

 

.........................................................................

105

Arranging Order of Scenes (Edit - Move) ..........

105

Directing Scenes Effectively (Effect - Fade) ......

106

Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine) ....

107

Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide) ...........................

108

Copying Stills on DVD-RAM Disc to Card

 

(Copy) .............................................................

109

Locking Scenes on Card (Lock) ........................

110

Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen

 

(Select) ...........................................................

111

Displaying Information Using Menu Screen

 

(Detail) ............................................................

112

Program ........................................................

113

What is “program”? ............................................

113

Switching to Thumbnail Display of Specific Date

 

(Switch) ..........................................................

113

Playing Back Program (Play) ............................

114

Changing Title of Program (Title) ......................

114

Play List ........................................................

116

What is “Play List”? ...........................................

116

Creating New Play List (Create) ........................

116

Switching to Display of Each Play List (Switch)

 

........................................................................

117

Playing Back a Play List (Play) ..........................

117

Adding Scenes to Play List (Editing Play List) ...

118

Deleting Scenes from Play List

 

(Editing Play List) ...........................................

119

Adding Scenes Using Submenu for Editing

 

(Editing Play List) ...........................................

119

Deleting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing

 

(Editing Play List) ...........................................

120

Selecting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing

 

(Editing Play List) ...........................................

120

Arranging Order of Scenes (Move) ...................

121

Changing Title of Play List (Title) ......................

122

Deleting Play List (Delete) .................................

122

Go To ............................................................

123

Top (End) ..........................................................

123

Disc or Card Management ............................

124

Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card

(Capacity) .......................................................

124

Protecting Disc from Writing (Protect Disc) .......

124

Initializing DVD-RAM Disc or Card (Format Disc.

Format Card) ..................................................

125

Updating Control Information of DVD-RAM Disc

 

(Update Control Info.) .....................................

126

Finalizing DVD-R Disc (Finalize Disc) ...............

127

Other Functions (Others) ..............................

128

Displaying Movies or Stills Independently

 

(Category) ......................................................

128

Playing Back Scenes Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

 

........................................................................

128

Slide Show (Continuous Playback of Stills) .......

129

Installing Software (Only for VDR-

M55PP/VDR-M75PP/VDR-M95PP)

Compatible PC for use with DVD Video

 

Camera ......................................................

130

Contents on Provided CD-ROM ...................

133

Recognizing the DVD Video Camera on your

 

computer (only when it is connected for the

 

first time) .........................................................

134

Installing DVD-RAM Driver ................................

136

Installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE ..........................

139

Installing DVDfunSTUDIO .................................

141

If you insert an unformatted DVD-R disc in the

 

DVD Video Camera. . . . .................................

142

Before closing the USB connection

 

(disconnecting the USB cable) or toggling the

 

power switch ...................................................

142

Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM

 

Disc Recorded on DVD Video Camera ......

143

Uninstalling Software ....................................

144

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Supplementary Information

 

Introduction to Optional Accessories ............

145

Video Camera Accessories ...............................

145

Cleaning ........................................................

146

Terminology ..................................................

147

Before Requesting Service ...........................

149

Error Messages ............................................

151

Troubleshooting ............................................

157

System Reset ...............................................

163

Major Specifications ......................................

164

Request for Service Notice (USA Only) ........

166

Limited Warranty (For USA Customers) .......

167

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

168

Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ............

169

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Check Provided Accessories

Make sure that you have found all the following accessories in the package:

Battery Pack:

AC Adaptor/Charger (VSK0677):

DC Cord:

VDR-M53PP/VDR-M55PP/VDR-M75PP:(CGA-DU07A)

Used to power the DVD Video Camera from

When powering the DVD Video Camera from

VDR-M95PP:(CGA-DU14A)

AC outlet, or charge battery pack.

household AC outlet, use this cord to connect

Portable power supply for this DVD Video

 

the DVD Video Camera and AC adaptor.

Camera. Charge it before use.

 

 

Power Cable:

Shoulder Belt:

Lens Cap and Lens Cap String:

Connect between household AC outlet and

Attach to the DVD Video Camera to hang it

Attach the lens cap when not recording, to

AC adaptor.

from shoulder.

protect the lens.

AV/S Input/Output Cable: (EW12525)

Disc Cleaning Cloth:

Used to play back the DVD Video Camera

Used to clean discs. (P. 30)

picture on a TV screen, or to input or output

Do not use for purposes other than cleaning

video from/to another video device.

discs.

8 cm DVD-RAM Disc:

Software CD-ROM:

USB Cable: (EW12531)

To record video (movie) on this DVD Video

Use this CD-ROM on PC when connecting

 

Camera.

the DVD Video Camera to PC.

 

This disc can be recorded on one side only

 

 

(single-sided).

 

 

Remote Controller (VEQ4504):

Button Type Battery (CR2032):

Use to control the DVD Video Camera from a

To power the remote controller.

distance.

 

 

WARNING: Keep

 

this battery away

 

from children. If

 

swallowed, consult

 

a physician

 

immediately for

 

emergency

 

treatment.

: Not included with VDR-M53PP.

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Names of Parts

6

7

8

9

10

1

2

3

4

5

12

11

13

14

(Inside the cover)

1Built-in flash (VDR-M95PP) (P.68)

There is a sensor at the top of the flash.

2Lens cap string attachment hole (P. 35)

3Internal stereo microphone (P. 51)

4Infrared receiver (VDR-M55PP/VDR-M75PP/ VDR-M95PP) (P. 37)

When the remote controller is used to operate the DVD Video Camera, this receiver will receive the infrared signal.

5Recording indicator (P. 94)

The red indicator will light during recording.

6Optical 10x zoom lens (VDR-M75PP/VDR- M95PP)

Optical 24× zoom lens (VDR-M53PP/VDR- M55PP) (P. 57)

7Lens hood

8Zoom lever (P. 57)

Push the lever to the T side for telephoto, or to the W side for wide-angle.

9Accessory shoe (P. 69)

Attach the optional flash.

10Lock cover and Lock button (P. 34)

11USB port (VDR-M55PP/VDR-M75PP/VDR- M95PP) (P.13)

12AV input/output jack (P. 71, 75, 77)

13External microphone jack (P. 70)

142.5" type Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) (inside) (P. 7, 38)

Although the external appearances of VDRM53PP, VDR-M55PP, VDR-M75PP and VDRM95PP are different, they are both operated in the same way. VDR-M95PP illustrations are used in this manual.

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16

17

18

19

20

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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22

23

24

25

26

27

28

15 Viewfinder (P. 7, 37)

16 Diopter control (P. 37)

To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder (pull out the viewfinder).

17ACCESS/PC indicator (VDR-M55PP/VDR- M75PP/VDR-M95PP) (P. 9, 51, 52) ACCESS indicator* (VDR-M53PP)

Will blink or light when the disc in DVD Video Camera is accessed (write or read is executed) or the DVD Video Camera is connected to PC.

18Photo shot button (P.52)

Used when shooting still images.

19DISC EJECT lever (P. 46)

Press and release this lever to open disc insertion block.

20Disc insertion block (P. 46)

21BATTERY EJECT button (P. 42)

Press it when removing the battery pack.

*Labeled “ACCESS/PC indicator” in this manual.

22 Battery attachment platform (P. 42)

23 Record (REC) button (P. 51)

Used when recording movies.

24 LOCK switch (P. 25, 51)

 

In

mode, set the LOCK switch to (to the

upper left) to lock the power switch so that it does

not accidentally move to

.

From

mode, you cannot move the LOCK

switch to the upper left to lock the power switch.

25 Power switch (P. 50, 51, 52)

26 Shoulder belt attachment buckles (P. 35)

27 Grip Belt (Free Style Grip Belt) (P. 34)

28 Power switch toggle button

With this button depressed, the power switch can be turned.

However, when set to “OFF,” the power switch can be turned even if this button is not depressed.

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36

37

35

38 39

43

29 30 31 32

33 34

40

41

42

29 AUTO button (P. 67)

To switch the DVD Video Camera to full automatic.

30 FOCUS button (P. 64)

To switch between manual focus and autofocus.

31 EXPOSURE button (P. 66)

Press this button to adjust the exposure.

32 BACK LIGHT (backlight compensation) button (P. 53)

Press this button when subject is being illuminated from behind.

33 DISPLAY (Screen display) button (P. 63)

Press this button to display the details of image being played back or camera setting status, or to switch the display off.

34 Volume control buttons (VOL)/ SRbuttons (P. 59, 64, 66)

To adjust the volume of sound from speaker, etc.

35 Speaker (P. 59)

36 SELECT button (P. 99, 111)

37 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 96)

38 MENU button (P. 40, 79, 102)

Press this button to display the menu for setting camera functions and Disc Navigation.

The camera menu will appear even if disc is not loaded.

39 Stop/cancel button (P. 11, 59, 79)

To end playback or cancel menu setting.

40 RESET button (P. 163)

To reset all settings to defaults (status when the DVD Video Camera was shipped from the factory).

41 CARD ACCESS indicator (P. 9, 52)

42 Card insertion block (P. 49)

43 Control buttons

Used for playback, pausing, fast forwarding, and rewinding. Also used as directional buttons (up, down, left, right) and to make a selection when selecting scenes or menus.

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Not included with VDR-M53PP.

44

 

45

51

46

52

 

47

53

54

 

48

55

56

 

49

57

58

 

 

59

50

 

44

Photo shot button (P.52)

52

ZOOM T button (P. 57)

45

START/STOP (REC) button (P. 51)

53

DIGITAL ZOOM button (P. 57)

46

MENU button (P. 40, 79, 102)

54

ZOOM W button (P. 57)

47

SELECT button (P. 99, 111)

55

Reverse skip button (P. 61)

48

Reverse search button (P. 60)

56

Forward/Search button (P. 60)

49

DELETE button (P. 102)

57

Play/pause button (P. 59)

50

DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 96)

58

Stop button (P. 11, 59, 79)

51

OSD (Display) button (P. 63)

59

Forward skip button (P. 61)

* The buttons on remote controller will function the same as those on DVD Video Camera.

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Setting Up the Battery Pack

The CGA-DU07A/CGA-DU14A battery pack provided with this DVD Video Camera has not been charged at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD Video Camera.

Note:

Be sure to use the specified battery pack CGA-DU07A/CGA-DU14A (provided) for the DVD Video Camera: using other batteries could cause the DVD Video Camera to malfunction, or result in fire.

Be sure to use the specified AC adaptor to charge the battery pack: using other chargers could cause electric shock or fire.

Charge the battery pack at temperatures of 50 - 86°F (10-30°C).

Charging Battery Pack

Use the provided AC adaptor to charge the battery pack.

1 Connect the power cable to AC adaptor.

2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet.

Press it in all the way to the back.

CHARGE indicator

(Light on)

(Light off)

Charging

Charged

3 Attach the battery pack to AC adaptor.

Note:

When charging a battery pack, unplug the DC cord from the DC output jack on AC adaptor.

Battery pack

Power cable

AC adaptor

Remove the DC cord.

•Battery pack charge status

You can find out the charge status of the battery pack by checking the CHARGE indicator on the AC adaptor:

Charge status

CHARGE indicator

During charge

Lit

 

 

Charge complete

Goes out

 

 

Note:

If the CHARGE indicator does not light when the AC adaptor is plugged into household AC outlet, unplug it from household AC outlet, wait a few moments, and then plug it into household AC outlet again. If the CHARGE indicator still does not light, the AC adaptor may be faulty. Unplug it from household AC outlet and consult your dealer.

See “Troubleshooting” on page 157, when the CHARGE indicator blinks.

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12

Record and Play Back Using Disc (Video and Photo)

Before You Begin

It is recommended that you use a DVD-RAM disc for trial recording, since

you can delete the recorded contents (See page 28).

 

You can record both videos and photos on DVD-RAM disc; only videos on DVD-R disc.

1 Connect power supply (P. 45).

Power cable

DC cord

AC adaptor

Connect everything in this sequence a d.

2 Insert a disc (P. 46).

1.Press down the DISC EJECT lever once and release it.

2.Open the cover by hand and fit the disc onto the spindle in the center.

Pickup lens

Insert with the recording/ playback side facing inwards

Note:

Do not use excessive force when opening the cover.

Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/ playback side of the disc.

This may impair recording and playback.

Insert the disc securely to prevent damage.

3.Close the cover.

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Panasonic VDR-M75PP, VDR-M95PP, VDR-M55PP User Manual

3 Start recording (P. 51).

1.Open the LCD monitor (See page 38).

2.Set the switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down on the power switch toggle button.

Align with this position

Rotate

While pressing

(Power switch toggle button)

3.Set the LOCK switch to (to the upper left) to prevent accidental switching of recording mode.*

* Only in mode.

4.Press the REC button to record movie, or press the Photo shot button to record stills. Recording will start.

Pressing the REC button again will stop recording.

Photo shot button

REC button

Note:

When using an unformatted disc, format (initialize) it on this DVD Video Camera.

If unformatted disc is inserted into this DVD Video Camera, a message will appear: Format the disc following the instructions on screen (P. 47, 125). Initializing the disc will erase all the recorded contents: make sure the contents on disc are not valuable before initializing the disc.

4 View the playback of recorded content on LCD monitor.

1.Open the LCD monitor (See page 38).

3.Press the g button to stop playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.After recording is finished, press the A button.

The recorded scene will be played back.

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3

Record and Play Back Using Card (Photo)

Only photos can be recorded on card.

1 Connect power supply (P. 45).

Power cable

DC cord

 

AC adaptor

Connect everything in this sequence a d.

 

2 Insert a card (P. 49).

 

1.Open the LCD monitor.

3.Put in a card.

2.Open the cover of card insertion block with

 

power turned off.

 

4.Insert the card all the way until it locks.

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3 Start recording (P. 52).

1.Open the LCD monitor (See page 38).

3.Set the switch to “” while pressing down on the button to the right of the power switch.

Align with this position

Rotate

While pressing

4.Press the Photo shot button. Pressing it once will record one photo.

2.Set the LOCK switch to (to the lower right).

Photo Shot button

4 View the playback of recorded content on LCD monitor.

1.Open the LCD monitor (P. 38).

2.Press the A button in recording pause status: the recorded scene will be played back.

3.Press the g button to stop playback.

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Discs and Cards

The following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) that can be used on this DVD Video Camera and the functions which are available with them:

 

 

Media

 

Function

DVD-RAM disc

DVD-R disc

SD Memory Card/

miniSD Memory Card*5

 

 

 

Recording movie

-

 

 

 

 

Recording still

-

 

 

 

 

Deleting recorded image

-

 

 

 

 

Editing on this DVD Video

-

-

Camera

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Playback on DVD player

*1*3

*2

-

Playback on DVD video

*3

*2

-*4

recorder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

: Functions available; -: Not available

*1: Can be played back on DVD players with the mark.

*2: Must be finalized (see “Terminology” page 148) on this DVD Video Camera before DVD-R disc can be played back on DVD player or DVD-RAM recorder (See page 127). May not be playable on some DVD players.

*3: Compatible with DVD player or DVD video recorders that conform to 8 cm DVD-RAM. *4: Some DVD video recorders incorporate a device that can play back SD memory card. *5: miniSD memory cards must be inserted in a special card adapter in order to be used.

Available Discs

DVD-RA

M

/

SIDE

Usable discs and logos

A

DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm)

DVD-R

[for General Ver. 2.0 (8 cm)]

This DVD Video Camera uses 8 cm DVD-RAM discs and 8 cm DVD-R discs for camcorder use. Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy case cannot be used. Always remove bare discs from these containers prior to use.

Note:

It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs, since their compatibility with this DVD Video Camera has been confirmed. Using a disc other than one made by Panasonic may not allow the DVD Video Camera to deliver optimum performance.

It is necessary to initialize an unformatted DVD-RAM disc. When an unformatted disc is inserted into the DVD Video Camera, a message will appear: Initialize the disc following the instructions on screen (P. 125).

Image data edited on PC and certain types of image data may not be visible on this DVD Video Camera.

Image data recorded on another device may not be playable on this DVD Video Camera.

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Information on DVD-R Disc

You cannot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete any recorded images or data.

For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, this DVD Video Camera writes control data to the disc in order to automatically make adjustments when it is inserted and ejected accompanying recording. If the disc has no area for control data to be written, recording may not be possible. To prevent this, do not insert a DVD-R disc which has been recorded on more than 50 times. The DVD Video Camera will not perform “write adjustment” unless recording is made. In most cases, “write adjustment” will not be performed when the DVD Video Camera is turned on from off with the disc in it, or when the disc is removed and then reinserted.

•Using a new disc

Recording images to a DVD-R using the DVD Video Camera:

The disc must be formatted. (See page 47) Recording to a DVD-R using DVDfunSTUDIO: Do not format the disc. (See page 142)

•Finalizing DVD-R disc

Before using the 8 cm DVD-R disc in a DVD player or DVD video recorder that is compatible with 8 cm DVD-R disc, the disc must be finalized on this DVD Video Camera. For the finalizing procedure of 8 cm DVD-R disc, refer to “Finalizing DVD-R Disc (Finalize Disc)” (P. 127).

Note:

When using an unformatted DVD-R disc, it is necessary to format it on this DVD Video Camera (See page 47).

Do not insert a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD Video Camera that has not been finalized into a recordable device, such as a DVD video recorder: the recorded data may be damaged.

DVD-R discs edited and finalized on PC or those finalized on another DVD video recorder may not be playable on this DVD Video Camera, depending on the editing software used or recording status of DVD-R disc.

Refer to the remaining time indicated on the LCD of DVD Video Camera to check the capacity of DVD-R disc.

DVD-R VR mode is not supported.

Examples of Discs that Cannot be Used on this DVD Video Camera

DVD-RAM (2.6 GB) Ver. 1.0

DVD-ROM

MO

DVD-R (3.9 GB) Ver. 1.0

DVD-Video

MD

DVD-R (4.7 GB) for Authoring Ver. 2.0

CD-R

iD

DVD-RW

CD-RW

Floppy disk

DVD+RW

CD

Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm

DVD+R

LD

CD-ROM

Note:

Discs recorded on PC or DVD video recorder may not be playable on this DVD Video Camera; if so, the message “This disc cannot be used.” will appear. Also, blue thumbnails will appear (Fig. 1* on page 30), or normal playback will not be possible.

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(Recording one scene may produce multiple thumbnails.)
PLAY
001 / 002
RAM
Al l Programs

Handling Discs

•Using discs

DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate recording media. Carefully read the following cautions and observe them:

Always use a brand new disc when recording important material.

Be sure not to touch the disc surface, and be careful that no dirt adheres to it.

If there is dust, a scratch, or dirt on disc or if it is warped, the following phenomena may occur:

Block noise in playback image

Momentary stop of playback

image

− Sound interrupted during playback, or abnormal sound

Block noise

− Blue thumbnail display*

 

 

 

(Fig. 1)

All Programs

001/006

 

 

 

− Disc cannot correctly be

 

 

 

recognized

 

 

 

− Delay between video

 

 

 

and audio

PLAY

 

RAM

 

 

 

Even if disc is normal, the

*

(Fig. 1)

 

above phenomena may

 

 

 

occasionally occur. While the ACCESS/PC indicator is lit, do not subject disc to vibrations or impact, and avoid using DVD Video Camera at extremely high or low temperatures, or in an environment where condensation is likely to occur.

When recording images,

the DVD Video Camera may avoid the portions of

disc where recording is not possible, due to dust, scratches, etc. [It will pause mat such a portion and automatically restart recording (n).] This will cause recording

to be interrupted for several seconds to several minutes, and multiple thumbnails will be created by one recording session as shown above. In this case, the recordable time on disc will decrease.

Be careful when removing the disc since the metal of removal slot of DVD Video Camera, and disc itself, may be hot.

•Storing discs

To store a disc, insert it in the plastic case you received when you purchased it.

Take care that no condensation occurs on disc.

Do not place disc in the following places:

Direct sunlight for a long time

Where humidity is high or in dusty place

Where there is heat from a heater, etc.

•Disc Cleaning

Use Disc Cleaning Cloth to lightly wipe off any dust, dirt, etc. adhering to disc, as shown in the figure. Never use solvent. Do not use thinner, water, antistatic spray, etc. to clean disc.

Use Disc Cleaning Cloth to clean from inner to outer circumference in axial direction, or use puffer to blow dust off disc, like on camera lens.

Note:

Disc Cleaning Cloth is supplied with product.

We also recommend using a DVD Disc cleaner (model no. LF-K200DCJ1, sold separately).

Available Cards

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

miniSDMemory

SD Memory

Card Adapter

Card

miniSDMemory Card

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