Panasonic VDR-D100EB, VDR-D150EB User Manual

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Cover

Operating Instructions

DVD Video Camera

Model No.VDR-D150EB

VDR-D100EB

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

VDR-D150 VDR-D100

Card slot ¥ –

–: not available

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Left/Right

Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie 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 Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

∫ Warning

Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Use only the recommended accessories.

≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

IEC 60825-1:2001 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.

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

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.

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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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Information for Your Safety

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment.

Movie Camera

≥ The rating plate is on the underside of the

Movie Camera.

AC Adaptor

≥ The rating plate is on the underside of the

AC Adaptor.

Caution for AC mains lead

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-amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

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 Panasonic Dealer.

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 shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

∫ IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance 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 in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol Ó.

∫ 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

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

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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∫ 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

Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

≥ SD Logo is a trademark. ≥ The Movie Camera uses copyright-protected technologies and is protected by the patented

technologies and intellectual properties of Japan and the U.S. To use these copyright-protected technologies, authorization of the Macrovision Company is required. It is prohibited to disassemble or modify the Movie Camera.

≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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

≥ 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.

These operating instructions are designed for use with models VDR-D150 and VDR-D100. Pictures may be slightly different from the original. ≥ The illustrations used in these operating instructions show model VDR-D150, however, parts of

the explanation refer to different models.

≥ Depending on the model, some functions are not available. ≥ Features may vary, so please read carefully.

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Contents

Before using

Features ................................................ 7

Accessories.......................................... 9

Parts identification and handling ..... 10

Using the LCD monitor ............................13

Using the viewfinder ................................13

Discs and cards.................................. 14

Discs that can be used on this unit.......... 14

Cards that you can use with this unit

(VDR-D150 only) .....................................17

Disc and card handling ............................18

Setup

Power supply...................................... 19

Charging the battery................................19

Connecting to the AC outlet..................... 22

Turning the unit on/off .............................. 23

Inserting/removing a disc.................. 24

Inserting/removing an SD card

(VDR-D150 only)................................. 26

Selecting a mode................................ 27

How to use the joystick ..................... 28

Switching the language..................... 32

Using the menu screen...................... 33

Setting date and time......................... 35

Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder... 37

Recording

Before recording.................................38

Recording motion pictures................39

Changing the recording mode of the

motion picture ......................................... 41

Recording still pictures

(VDR-D150 only) .................................42

Various recording functions..............44

Zoom in/out function ............................... 44

Recording yourself.................................. 46

Soft skin mode ........................................ 47

Fade in/fade out function ........................ 48

Backlight compensation function ............ 50

Self-timer recording (VDR-D150 only) .... 51

Wind noise reduction function................. 52

Cinema mode.......................................... 53

Night view function.................................. 54

Image stabilizer function ......................... 55

Manual recording functions ..............56

Scene mode............................................ 56

Manual focus adjustment ........................ 58

White balance ......................................... 59

Manual shutter speed/aperture

adjustment .............................................. 61

Playback

Motion picture playback ....................62

Still picture playback

(VDR-D150 only) .................................65

Playing back still pictures as a

slide show ............................................... 66

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Editing

Editing scenes ....................................67

Deleting scenes....................................... 67

Dividing a scene...................................... 69

Combining scenes................................... 70

Using playlists ....................................71

What is a playlist? ................................... 71

Creating a new playlist............................ 72

Playing back a playlist............................. 73

Editing a playlist ......................................74

Editing still pictures

(VDR-D150 only) .................................80

Deleting still pictures ............................... 80

Locking still pictures ................................ 82

DPOF setting........................................... 83

Disc and card management

Formatting discs and cards...............84

Formatting discs......................................84

Formatting an SD card

(VDR-D150 only) ..................................... 85

Finalizing a disc..................................86

Finalizing a disc....................................... 86

Un-finalizing a DVD-RW.......................... 87

Protecting a disc ................................88

Displaying disc information .............. 89

With other products

With a TV............................................. 90

Playback on TV .......................................90

With a DVD recorder/player .............. 91

Playback on DVD recorder/player ...........91

Copying recordings onto a

DVD recorder’s hard disk ........................92

With a VCR.......................................... 93

Dubbing images onto other

video devices...........................................93

With a printer (PictBridge)

(VDR-D150 only)................................. 94

Others

Menus ................................................. 97

Menu list ..................................................97

Setup menu .............................................99

Indications........................................ 100

Indications .............................................100

Messages ..............................................102

Functions that cannot be used

simultaneously...................................... 104

Frequently asked questions ........... 105

Troubleshooting............................... 106

Cautions for use ...............................110

Explanation of terms ........................114

Specifications....................................116

Number of recordable pictures on an

SD card (VDR-D150 only) .....................118

Index ..................................................119

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Before using

Features

∫ Easy recording! (l 39)

No need to search for the recording start position. The new recording will not overwrite any previously recorded scene.

∫ Easy playback! (l 62)

Recorded scenes are displayed as thumbnails. You can easily search for the scenes you want to watch.

Features

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Features

∫ Editing scenes! (l 67, 71)

You can create an original video (playlist) by collecting your favourite scenes together and then easily dub this video to a VCR or a DVD recorder hard disk.

∫ Using with DVD player/recorder! (l 91)

Just insert the disc into a DVD player/recorder compatible with 8 cm discs to play back the scenes recorded with this unit on it. If you have a DVD recorder with hard disk, you can dub scenes recorded on DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format) with this unit to the hard disk.

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Accessories

∫ Sales and Support Information

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

Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

Battery pack

CGA-DU12

AC adaptor

VSK0651B (DE-974GB)

DC cable

K2GJ2DC00011

AV/S cable

K2KZ9CB00001

Disc cleaning cloth

VFC3778-2

AC cable

K2CT3CA00004 (RJA0053-3X)

Optional accessories

AC adaptor (VW-AD11EB) MC protector (VW-LMC30E)

Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU12/1150 mAh) Tripod (VW-CT45E)

Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU14/1360 mAh) 8 cm DVD-RAM disc (single sided/LM-AF30E)

Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU21/2040 mAh) 8 cm DVD-RAM disc (double sided/LM-AF60E)

Wide conversion lens (VW-LW3007E) 8 cm DVD-RW disc (single sided/LM-RW30E)

Tele conversion lens (VW-LT3014E) 8 cm DVD-RW disc (double sided/LM-RW60E)

ND filter (VW-LND30E) 8 cm DVD-R disc (single sided/LM-RF30E)

USB cable (K1HA05CD0010) Shoulder strap (VFC3506-1A)

DVD Movie Album SE4 (VW-DTD10E)

≥ Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

Before using

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Parts identification and handling

1Lens 2 Microphone (built-in, stereo) 3 White balance sensor (l 60) 4 Terminal cover 5 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 90, 93) 6 USB terminal [ ] (l 94)

≥ When you are operating this unit with a computer, we

recommend an operating environment less than approximately 30 °C and an operating time of approximately 30 minutes.

7 Viewfinder (l 13, 37)

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

8 LCD monitor open button [PUSH OPEN] (l 13)

9 DC input terminal [DC/C.C. IN] (l 22) 10 Recording start/stop button (l 39) 11 Power switch [OFF/ON] (l 23) 12 Status indicator (l 23) 13 Mode dial (l 27)

Before using

14 Joystick (l 28)

≥ Move up, down, left or right to select items. ≥ Press the centre to enter the selection.

15 Delete button [ ] (l 67, 78, 80) 16 Menu button [MENU] (l 33) 17 Battery holder (l 20) 18 Eyepiece corrector knob (l 37) 19 Zoom lever [W/T] (l 44)

Volume lever [sVOLUMEr] (l 63)

20 Photo shot button [PHOTO SHOT]

(VDR-D150 only) (l 42) 21 Card access lamp (VDR-D150 only) (l 26) 22 Card slot cover (VDR-D150 only) (l 26) 23 Card slot (VDR-D150 only) (l 26) 24 Tripod receptacle (l 12) 25 Battery release lever [BATTERY RELEASE] (l 20)

18 19 20

22 2523 24

1 1 1

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Parts identification and handling

26 Reset button [RESET] (l 109) 27 LCD monitor (l 13)

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.

28 Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS]

(l 56)

29 Speaker 30 Disc eject lever [DISC EJECT] (l 24) 31 Disc access lamp [ACCESS/PC] (l 24) 32 Disc compartment (l 24) 33 Grip belt (l below)

Using grip belt

Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.

Adjust the belt length and the pad position.

1 Flip the belt. 2 Adjust the length. 3 Fix the belt.

30 31 32 33

Before using

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Parts identification and handling

Fitting the lens cap

Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. The lens cap and lens cap cord comes preattached to the grip belt.

≥ When not using the lens cap, pull the lens

cap cord in the direction of the arrow. A

≥ When you are not recording, be sure to

cover the lens with the lens cap for protection. B

≥ When you remove the lens cap, press the knobs firmly.

≥ If the lens cap cord has come off

Pass the end of the lens cap cord through the attached eye on the lens cap. Then pass the lens cap through the loop made by itself and pull tight.

Before using

Tripod receptacle

This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the unit.) ≥ When the tripod is used, the card slot cover cannot be opened.

Insert an SD card before attaching this unit to the tripod. (l 26)

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Parts identification and handling

Using the LCD monitor

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

1 Press the PUSH OPEN button. The LCD

monitor opens slightly. Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

≥ The viewfinder is now deactivated. ≥ It can open up to 90o.

2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor according to your preference.

≥ It can rotate up to 180o A towards the lens or 90o B towards the viewfinder.

PUSH OPEN

≥ The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor

can be adjusted from the menu. (l 37)

≥ If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the unit may be

damaged or fail.

Using the viewfinder

Pull out the viewfinder.

(l 37, Adjusting viewfinder)

≥ When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards

the lens (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder will be simultaneously activated.

Before using

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Discs and cards

Discs that can be used on this unit

DIsc type DVD-RAM

8 cm

Single sided/

DVD-RW

8 cm

Single sided/double sided

double sided

(DVD-RAM

Ver. 2.1)

Recording format DVD Video

Recording format (VR format)

Characteristic Rewritable disc Rewritable

[DVD-RW Ver. 1.1/

2X-SPEED (2X/1X)]

DVD Video Recording format (VR format)

disc

DVD-Video format (Video format)

One time recording disc

Display on the screen

Indication in these

Before using

instructions

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

Functions

≥ Editing on this unit ¥¥ ––

≥ Playback on other

products

≥ Recording after

finalizing

*1 By formatting the disc, it can be used repeatedly. (l 84) *2 DVD players and DVD recorders that support 8 cm discs. *3 Playback is possible on compatible products. *4 Playback is possible on compatible products. (May have to be finalized on this unit.) *5 Must be finalized on this unit. (l 86) *6 Un-finalize the disc. (l 87)

– ¥

DVD-R

8 cm Single sided/ double sided

(DVD-R for

General Ver. 2.0)

DVD-Video format (Video format)

One time

recording disc

–

¥: available –: not available

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Discs and cards

≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded on a disc with this unit. ≥ When using double sided disc, you cannot record or play continuously from one side of the disc

to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.

≥ Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy case cannot be used. Always remove bare discs

from these containers prior to use.

≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs. Usually discs compatible with the DVD

standard can be used for recording and playback with no problems. However, some commercially available discs do not meet the DVD standard for quality and performance. If you use one of these discs, you may not be able to record or playback normally. (The message “FOR BEST PERFORMANCE PANASONIC DISC IS RECOMMENDED.” appears.) Refer to the following support site for information about discs that have been confirmed as compatible by Panasonic. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam (This website is in English only.)

≥ Discs recorded on this unit may not be playable on other products. ≥ Recording on DVD-R in DVD Video Recording format is not supported. ≥ When using DVD-RW or DVD-R, do not perform the following, as doing so may make the disc

unusable. – Record on a disc with other products after recording on it with this unit. – Record on a disc with this unit after recording on it with other products. – Insert an un-finalized disc in any other products.

∫ About format types

What is the DVD Video Recording format (VR format)?

This is a format for recording on DVD discs which allows you to record and erase repeatedly and create playlists. You can record on DVD-RAM and DVD-RW in DVD Video Recording format with this unit.

What is the DVD-Video format (Video format)?

By finalizing the disc, it can be played back on most DVD players. You can record on DVD-RW and DVD-R in DVD-Video format with this unit.

Before using

∫ Examples of discs that cannot be used on this unit ≥ 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 ≥iRW ≥ CD-RW ≥ Floppy disk ≥iR ≥ CD ≥ CD-ROM ≥ DVD-R DL ≥ LD ≥ Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm ≥ Dual/double layer discs

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Discs and cards

When using brand-new DVD-RW

When using DVD-RW, select whether to record in DVD Video Recording format (VR format) or DVD-Video format (Video format) and then format the disc. (l 15, About format types)

1 When a brand-new DVD-RW is inserted in this unit,

the screen on the right appears. Select [YES], then press the joystick.

2 Select format type, then press the joystick.

VIDEO: DVD-Video format VR: DVD Video Recording format

3 When the confirm screen appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

≥ To change the format type, format the disc again.

(l 84) If the disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.

Before using

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Discs and cards

Cards that you can use with this unit (VDR-D150 only)

Card type SD Memory Card

Capacity 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB,

Indication in these instructions

≥ Motion pictures cannot be recorded on an SD card with this unit. ≥ Please confirm the latest information on the following website. (This website is in English only.)

http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/e_cam

≥ For the purposes of these operating instructions, SD Memory Card and miniSD™ Card are

referred to as the “SD card”.

≥ This unit supports SD cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory

Card Specifications.

≥ Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card is formatted on other products (such as a

computer), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card. (l 85)

≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card. ≥ Be sure to insert miniSD™ Cards in the dedicated card adaptor before use. Inserting a card in

this unit without the adaptor may damage the unit or the card.

≥ Do not insert an empty card adaptor in this unit. Do not leave the adaptor in this unit while

inserting or removing miniSD™ Cards. This may cause the unit to malfunction.

≥ When the write-protect switch on SD Memory Card is locked, no recording, deletion or editing will

be possible on the card.

2 GB (Maximum)

(SD)

Before using

Write-protect switch Locked status

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

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Discs and cards

Disc and card handling

∫ How to hold a disc or card

Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface.

∫ If there is dirt on the disc

Clean it with the supplied disc cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre to the outer edge to remove the dirt. Do not use force when wiping the disc as it may scratch it. Also, do not use solvents (thinner, water, antistatic agent, detergent etc.).

∫ Handling precautions ≥ Be careful about scratches and dirt. ≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.

(This may cause disc warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)

≥ Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or

other hard writing implements.

≥ Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any

other solvent.

Before using

≥ Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥ Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or dust. ≥ Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them. ≥ Do not use the following discs:

– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels. – Discs that are badly warped or cracked. – Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

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≥ Do not place in the following areas:

– In direct sunlight. – In very dusty or humid areas. – Near a heater. – Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur). – Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.

≥ To protect discs and cards, return them to their cases when you are not using them.

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Setup

Power supply

Charging the battery

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

Power supply

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the

AC outlet.

2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning

the mark, and then securely plug it in.

≥ The output plug of the AC cable is not completely connected to the

AC adaptor socket. As shown in A, there is a gap.

∫ Charging lamp

Lights up: Charging Goes off: Charging completed Flashing: The battery is over discharged (discharged excessively). In a while, the lamp will light up

≥ Battery charging time (l 21) ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the

and normal charging will start. When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the CHARGE lamp flashes and the charging time will be longer than normal.

≥ If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then

the battery will not charge. Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor.

quality of this product.

Setup

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Power supply

Fitting the battery

Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.

Removing the battery

While sliding the BATTERY RELEASE lever, slide the battery to remove it.

≥ Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.

≥ Be sure to turn off the power on this unit and check

that the status indicator and the access lamp are both off before removing the battery.

Setup

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Power supply

Charging time and recordable time

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

∫ Charging time

Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time

Supplied battery/

CGA-DU12 (optional)

CGA-DU14 (optional) 7.2 V/1360 mAh 2 h 45 min

CGA-DU21 (optional) 7.2 V/2040 mAh 3 h 55 min

≥ “2 h 25 min” indicates 2 hours 25 minutes. ≥ The charging time shown in the table are approximations.

∫ Recordable time ≥ The times indicate the recordable time when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses

indicate the recordable time when the LCD monitor is used.

≥ The intermittent recordable time refers to recordable time when the recording and stopping

operations are repeated. In reality, it may be shorter than this.

Battery model

number

Supplied

battery/

CGA-DU12

(optional)

CGA-DU14

(optional)

CGA-DU21

(optional)

≥ “1 h 50 min” indicates 1 hour 50 minutes. ≥ The recordable time shown in the table are approximations.

Voltage/ capacity

7.2 V/

1150 mAh

7.2 V/

1360 mAh

7.2 V/

2040 mAh

7.2 V/1150 mAh 2 h 25 min

(When using a DVD-RAM disc)

Recording

mode

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

1h50min

(1 h 40 min)

2h5min

(1 h 50 min)

2h15min

(2 h)

2h20min

(2 h 5 min)

2h35min

(2 h 20 min)

2h50min

(2 h 35 min)

3h30min

(3 h 10 min)

3h55min

(3 h 30 min)

4h20min

(3 h 50 min)

Intermittent

recordable time

55 min

(50 min)

(55 min)

1h5min

(1 h)

1h10min

(1 h)

1h15min

(1 h 10 min)

1h25min

(1 h 15 min)

1h45min

(1 h 35 min)

1h55min

(1 h 45 min)

2h10min

(1 h 55 min)

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Power supply

≥ Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the

display will change:

####.

If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash.

≥ The recordable time will become shorter when you

use both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, etc.

≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This

≥ Be aware that the operating time of the battery will

Connecting to the AC outlet

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and

the AC outlet. 2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor. 3 Connect the DC cable to this unit.

≥ Do not use the AC cable for other equipment since the AC

cable is exclusively designed for this unit. Do not use the AC cable from other equipment for this unit.

≥ While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor,

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the battery will not charge.

unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a malfunction.

become shorter in low temperatures. We recommend charging a spare battery for use when recording.

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Power supply

Turning the unit on/off

≥ When recording, remove the lens cap before turning the unit on.

If the unit is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly.

How to turn on the power

While pressing the button A, set the OFF/ON switch to ON.

The status indicator B lights red.

≥ The date and time display flashes. Set this. (l 35)

How to turn off the power

While pressing the button A, set the OFF/ON switch to OFF.

The status indicator B goes off.

When the power is turned on for the first time after changing the disc or battery, the unit carries out a recognition procedure to check that there are no problems with the disc. This takes approximately 25 seconds with DVD-RAM. If you want to start using the unit as soon as you turn on the power, do the following.

1) Turn on the power.

2) After “READING DISC...” disappears from the screen, turn off the power. You can start recording approximately 8 seconds after you turn on the power again.

≥ Depending on the condition of the disc, it may take longer than this. ≥ If the date and time are not set, this function does not work.

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Inserting/removing a disc

When inserting or removing the disc, fit the charged battery pack or connect the AC adaptor to the unit. The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit is powered.

1 Slide the DISC EJECT lever once and

release it.

A few moments after the ACCESS/PC lamp blinks,

the cover of the disc compartment will open slightly.

2 Open the cover of the disc compartment by hand and insert/remove

the disc.

∫ Inserting disc

Fit the disc onto the spindle in the centre.

A Recording/playback side B Pickup lens

Click!

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∫ Removing disc

While pressing down on the spindle, grasp the edge of the disc and gently lift it out.

3 Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on the cover of the disc

compartment to close the cover.

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∫ Identifying recording/playback sides of disc Single sided disc:

The recording/playback side is opposite to the labelled side.

Double sided disc:

The “SIDE A” recording/playback side is opposite to the “SIDE A” marked side. The “SIDE B” recording/playback side is the “SIDE A” marked side.

Inserting/removing a disc

“SIDE A” mark

The opposite side is the

“SIDE A” recording/ playback

side.

≥ 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. ≥ When you open the cover, the ACCESS/PC lamp

flashes red. Do not leave the cover open.

≥ If the cover is open, the power will not turn off even

if the OFF/ON switch is set to OFF.

≥ If the disc is not correctly inserted, the cover will not

close. Never try to forcibly close the cover. This could cause damage. Reinsert the disc properly.

≥ If a single sided disc is inserted into the unit with the

printed label facing the inside, an error message will appear. Remove the disc and reinsert it with its

≥ Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect the

AC adaptor while removing the disc or until power is completely turned off. If you do, the cover will not open. If this happens, reattach the battery pack or reconnect the AC adaptor, slide the DISC EJECT lever once, and then release it. A repair disc message may be displayed when the power is turned back on. (l 103, About recovery)

≥ Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm DVD-

RAM, DVD-RW or DVD-R disc into the disc compartment. Doing so could cause malfunctions.

≥ Do not touch the pickup lens or other parts inside

the disc compartment. Be sure not to touch the area around the pickup lens for it becomes extremely hot.

recording/playback side facing the inside.

≥ Do not allow the recording/playback side to become

dirty or scratched.

After inserting a disc/After recording finishes

While the ACCESS/PC lamp is lit, the disc is rotating and disc information is being recorded. If the power supply is interrupted at this time, the disc may become unusable. Do not disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the battery. Also, do not strongly shake or cause impact to the unit.

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Inserting/removing an SD card (VDR-D150 only)

Before inserting/removing an SD card, be sure to turn off the power.

If the SD card is inserted or removed with the power turned on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost.

1 Open the card slot cover.

2 Insert/remove the SD card into/from the card slot.

≥ When inserting an SD card, face the label side A upwards and press

it straight in with one stroke as far as it goes.

≥ When removing the SD card, press the centre of the SD card and then

pull it straight out.

3 Securely close the card slot cover.

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∫ Concerning the SD card ≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the

data stored on the SD card. We recommend saving important data on a computer.

∫ Card access lamp ≥ When this unit accesses the SD card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access

lamp lights up.

≥ If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the SD card or the

recorded data may be damaged or this unit may malfunction.

– Inserting or removing the SD card – Operating the OFF/ON switch or the mode dial

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Selecting a mode

The mode dial is used to switch between recording and playback modes. Rotate the mode dial slowly but surely. ≥ Do not forcefully turn the dial.

Rotate the mode dial, and set the desired mode pictograph to the position shown in the illustration.

Disc recording mode (l 39) Use this to record motion pictures on a disc.

Disc playback mode (l 62) Use this to play back motion pictures on a disc.

Selecting a mode

Card recording mode (l 42) (VDR-D150 only)

Card playback mode (l 65) (VDR-D150 only)

Use this to record still pictures on an SD card.

Use this to play back still pictures on an SD card.

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How to use the joystick

This unit has a joystick for selecting functions, performing operations, etc. so it is easy to operate this unit with one hand.

Basic operations

Operations on the menu screen and selection of files on the thumbnail view screen, etc.

Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or file, and then press the joystick to set it.

3 4

≥ Menu screen operations (l 33)

Joystick and screen display

Press the centre of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each press switches the display as follows depending on the mode. (In the disc playback mode or the card playback mode, the icons will be automatically displayed on the screen.)

1 Select by moving up. 2 Select by moving down. 3 Select by moving left. 4 Select by moving right. 5 Press the joystick to select the item.

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Disc recording mode

(AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO)

A: The operation icon is off.

Icon Direction Function Page

4 Soft skin mode 47

—

ª 1 Backlight compensation 50

2 Fade 48

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Disc recording mode (AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to MANUAL)

A: The operation icon is off.

Icon Direction Function Page

4 Soft skin mode 47

(1/2)

ª 1 Backlight compensation 50

(2/2)

s r

2 Fade 48

Manual white balance set

(Only when manual white balance adjustment mode is selected)

White balance 59

Shutter speed 61

Iris or gain value 61

White balance mode selection, manual adjustments

How to use the joystick

58, 59, 61

Disc playback mode

A: The operation icon is off.

Icon Direction Function Page

1/;3Playback/pause 62

∫4Stop playback and show thumbnails 62

—

2; Reverse slow/frame playback (during pause) 63 9 ;1 Forward slow/frame playback (during pause) 63

Rewind, skip (during playback) 62

Fast forward, skip (during playback) 62

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How to use the joystick

Card recording mode (VDR-D150 only)

(AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO)

A: The operation icon is off.

Icon Direction Function Page

4 Soft skin mode 47

—

Ø 2 Self timer 51

ª 1 Backlight compensation 50

Card recording mode

(VDR-D150 only)

(AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set

to MANUAL)

A: The operation icon is off.

Icon Direction Function Page

4 Soft skin mode 47

(1/2)

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(2/2)

Ø 2 Self timer 51

ª 1 Backlight compensation 50

s r

Manual white balance set (Only when manual white balance adjustment mode is selected)

White balance 59

Shutter speed 61

Iris or gain value 61

White balance mode selection, manual adjustments

58, 59, 61

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Card playback mode (VDR-D150 only) (When [PICTURE] is selected)

A: The operation icon is off.

Icon Direction Function Page

∫4Stop playback and show thumbnails 65

—

E2Playback previous picture 65 D1Playback next picture 65

Card playback mode (VDR-D150 only) (When [SLIDE SHOW] is selected)

A: The operation icon is off.

Icon Direction Function Page

1/;3Slide show start/pause 66

∫4Stop playback and show thumbnails 65

—

E2Playback previous picture (during pause) 65 D1Playback next picture (during pause) 65

How to use the joystick

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Switching the language

You can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ LANGUAGE]

and press the joystick.

2 Select [English] and press the joystick.

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Using the menu screen

Refer to “Menu list” (l 97) for information about the menus.

1 While stopped, press the MENU button.

The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. ≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed.

Using the menu screen

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the desired top menu A.

3 Move the joystick right or press

the joystick.

The submenu B is displayed.

4 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the submenu item.

C Current settings on menus

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Using the menu screen

5 Move the joystick right or press

the joystick.

6 Move the joystick up or down in order to

select the desired item.

7 Press the joystick to enter the selection.

To get back to the previous screen

Move the joystick left.

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To exit the menu screen

Press the MENU button.

≥ The menu screen does not appear during recording

or playing. You cannot start other operations while the menu screen appears.

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Setting date and time

If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] #

[ CLOCK SET] # [YES] and press the joystick.

2 Move the joystick left or right to select the item to be

set. Then, move the joystick up or down to set the desired value.

≥ The year will change as follows:

2000, 2001, ..., 2099, 2000, ...

≥ The 24-hour system is used to display the time.

3 Press the joystick to enter the selection.

≥ After pressing the MENU button to finish the setting, check the date and time display. ≥ The clock function starts at [00] seconds.

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Setting date and time

∫ Changing the display style Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [DATEFORMAT] # desired display style and press the joystick.

Display style Y/M/D M/D/Y D/M/Y

Screen display

15:30

2006.12.15

∫ Changing the date and time display style

Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display style and press the joystick.

[DATE] [D/T] [OFF]

15:30

15.12.2006

≥ The recording time is not displayed in disc playback mode.

15:30

12.15.2006

15:30

15.12.2006

≥ The date and time function are driven by a built-in

lithium battery.

≥ Make sure to check the time before recording. ≥ If [0] or [- -] is indicated when this unit is turned

on, then the built-in lithium battery runs down. After charging the battery using the steps below, set the clock. Connect the AC adaptor to this unit or place the

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battery on this unit, and the built-in lithium battery will be recharged. Leave this unit as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will save the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the OFF/ON switch is set to OFF, the battery is still being recharged.)

WARNING

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

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Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

Adjust the brightness and colour level.

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] #

[ LCD SET] or [ EVF SET] # [YES] and press the joystick.

2 Move the joystick up or down to select the item to be

adjusted. Then, move the joystick left or right to make the adjustment.

The bar display moves.

[LCDSET]

: Brightness of the LCD monitor

: Colour level of the LCD monitor

[ EVF SET]

EVF

: Brightness of the viewfinder

EVF

≥ In order to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder,

close the LCD monitor, and the viewfinder will be activated.

≥ When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards

the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.

≥ These settings will not affect the images actually

recorded.

Adjusting the field of view

Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.

≥ You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder from the menu.

(l above)

15:30

15.12.2006

15:30

15.12.2006

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Recording

Before recording

Basic camera positioning

1 Hold the camera with both hands. 2 Run your hand through the grip belt. 3 Do not cover the microphones or sensors with your hands. 4 Keep your arms near your body.

Recording

5 Slightly open your legs.

≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it

will become dark in the recording.

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Recording motion pictures

Record motion pictures onto a disc.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

1 Remove the lens cap, then turn the unit on.

If the unit is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly.

2 Rotate the mode dial to select .

3 Press the recording start/stop

button to start recording.

To end the recording

Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording. ≥ [¥] and [;] are red during recording. Do not

move this unit until [;] is green.

≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and

pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.

≥ When about 5 minutes has passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to

prevent the battery from running down. When you use this unit, turn it on again. This setting can also be set to [OFF]. (l 99, POWER SAVE)

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Recording motion pictures

≥ The maximum number of scenes on a disc

(per side): 999 (Even if there is remaining capacity for recording (on a disc), you may not be able to record 999 scenes.)

≥ While “WRITING THE INFORMATION ON THE

DISC.” is displayed, do not disconnect the AC cable or remove the battery as doing so may make the disc unusable.

≥ Sound is recorded in Dolby Digital from the internal

stereo microphone on the front of the unit. Take care not to block this microphone.

≥ Each time the unit enters the recording pause

mode, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”.

Screen indications in the disc recording mode

A Remaining time left for recording

(When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, [R 0h00m]

flashes red.)

B Recording mode C Recording time elapsed

≥ While motion picture recording is in progress, do not

disconnect the battery or AC adaptor. If you do, a repair disc message may be displayed when the power is turned back on. (l 103, About recovery)

R 0h02m

Immediately after recording finishes the ACCESS/PC lamp lights. While it lights, the disc is rotating and disc information is being recorded. If you run while holding the unit or swing it, the recorded images may be distorted so do not strongly shake or cause impact to it.

0h00m10s

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Recording motion pictures

Changing the recording mode of the motion picture

Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [RECMODE] # desired item and press the joystick.

Recording modes and recordable time available for the motion picture

This unit records in VBR. VBR is an abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate. VBR recording automatically varies the bit rate (amount of data in a fixed time) depending on the subject being recorded. This means if a subject with sharp movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced.

Recording mode

(High quality) Approx. 18 min

(Normal) Approx. 37 min

(Long play) Approx. 75 min

≥ Mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback

image in the following cases. – When there is a complicated pattern in the

background

– When the unit is moved too much or too fast – When a subject with sharp movements has been

recorded (Particularly if [ REC MODE] was set to [ ] during recording.)

Recordable time

(on single side)

Image quality prioritized

Recording time prioritized

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Recording still pictures (VDR-D150 only)

Record the still picture on an SD card.

1 Remove the lens cap, then turn the unit on.

If the unit is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not

function properly.

2 Rotate the mode dial to select .

3 Press the PHOTO SHOT button.

The unit automatically focuses on the subject at the centre of screen (when auto focus is selected).

≥ The size of pictures: 640k480 pixels ≥ For information about the number of recordable still

pictures on an SD card (l 118)

≥ The sound cannot be recorded. ≥ If the write protection switch on the SD card is set to

LOCK, it cannot be used for recording.

≥ If set [PICT. QUALITY] # [ ], mosaic-pattern

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noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content.

≥ While the card access lamp is lit, do not perform the

following, as doing so may damage the SD card or the data on the card. – Turn the unit off. – Insert or remove the SD card. – Operate the mode dial.

≥ Another product may degrade or not play back still

pictures recorded on this unit.

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∫ To record still pictures clearly

When zooming in on the subject with a magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding this unit by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording. You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod.

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Recording still pictures (VDR-D150 only)

Screen indications in card recording mode

A Remaining number of still pictures

(Flashes in red when [R 0] appears.)

B Size of still pictures C Quality of still pictures

Progressive function

You can record still pictures with higher picture quality and frames. (You cannot switch the progressive function off/on.) ≥ The progressive function may be disabled depending on the other

functions used. (l 104)

Picture quality for still picture recording

Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ PICT. QUALITY] # desired item and press the joystick.

: Still pictures with a high picture quality are recorded.

: Priority is given to the number of still pictures recorded. Still pictures

are recorded in normal picture quality.

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Recording with a shutter operation effect

You can add a shutter operation simulating sound.

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ SHTR EFFECT] # [ON] and press the joystick.

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON].

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Various recording functions

Zoom in/out function

You can zoom in up to 30k optically.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

Move the zoom lever.

T side: To bring distant people or objects appear closer

for recording (zoom in)

W side: To make sights appear more distant for

recording (zoom out)

≥ When zooming in while holding this unit by hand,

we recommend using the image stabilizer function. (l 55)

≥ When distant subjects are brought closer, they are

focused at about 1.3 m or more.

Recording

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can

focus on a subject approx. 2 cm away from the lens. (Macro function)

≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range

over which the zoom lever is moved.

≥ When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not

be focused easily.

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Various recording functions

Digital zoom function

If the zoom magnification exceeds 30k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The maximum magnification provided by the digital zoom can be switched.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [D.ZOOM] # desired item and press the joystick.

[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 30k) [50k]: Up to 50k [1000k]: Up to 1000k

≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more

the image quality is degraded.

≥ This function cannot be used in card recording

mode.

To use the zoom microphone function

Interlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will collect sounds clearly far away with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the wide-angle shot.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ ZOOM MIC] # [ON] and press the joystick.

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Various recording functions

Recording yourself

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the unit while showing them the image. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥ When the LCD monitor is opened, the viewfinder automatically turns

off. However if the LCD monitor is then rotated towards the lens side, the viewfinder is activated.

≥ When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will

not be displayed even if you press the joystick.

≥ Only some indications will appear on the screen. When [°] appears,

return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the warning/alarm indication. (l 102)

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Various recording functions

Soft skin mode

This makes skin colours appear softer for a more attractive appearance.

This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Press the joystick to display the icon shown in the

illustration.

2 Move the joystick down to select [ ].

To cancel the soft skin mode

Select [ ] again.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

≥ If the background or anything else in the scene has

colours similar to the skin colour, they will also be smoothed.

≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be

clear.

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Various recording functions

Fade in/fade out function

Fade in: The image and audio gradually appear. Fade out: The image and audio gradually disappear.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

To fade in 1 While recording is paused, press the joystick to

display the icon shown in the illustration.

2 Move the joystick left to select [ ].

3 Press the recording start/stop button.

Start recording. (Fade in)

When you start recording, the image/audio disappears completely and the image/audio gradually appears.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

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To fade out 1 During recording, press the joystick to display the

icon shown in the illustration.

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2 Move the joystick left to select [ ].

3 Press the recording start/stop button.

Pause recording. (Fade out)

The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops.

To cancel fading

Select [ ] again.

To select the colour for fade in/out

The colour which appears in fading pictures can be selected.

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ FADE COLOUR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK] and press the joystick.

≥ By operating the OFF/ON switch, the fade in/fade

out function is cancelled.

≥ While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it

takes several seconds to display the image when you start recording. It also takes several seconds to pause recording.

≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in

become black (or white).

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Various recording functions

Backlight compensation function

This is for protecting a backlit subject from being darkened.

Use this function when the light is emanating from behind the subject and the subject appears dark.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Press the joystick to display the icon shown in the

illustration.

2 Move the joystick right to select [ª].

The image on the screen will become brighter.

To return to normal recording

Select [ª] again.

≥ By operating the OFF/ON switch or mode dial, the

backlight compensation function is cancelled.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

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Various recording functions

Self-timer recording (VDR-D150 only)

This is for recording shots of yourself as well.

You can record still pictures on an SD card using the timer.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the joystick to display the icon shown in the

illustration.

2 Move the joystick left to select [Ø].

Each leftward press changes the modes:

] # [Ø2] # setting cancelled

[Ø

Ø10: Records after 10 seconds

: Records after 2 seconds

3 Press the PHOTO SHOT button.

After the [Ø10] or [Ø2] display flashes for the time which has been set, a still picture will be recorded.

≥ After recording, the self-timer is cancelled.

(SD)

To stop the timer midway through

Press the MENU button. (The self-timer setting is cancelled.)

≥ By operating the OFF/ON switch, the self-timer

standby mode is cancelled.

≥ Depending on the time taken to bring the subject

into focus, the recording may take longer than set to start.

≥ Setting the self-timer to [Ø2] is a good way to

prevent image shake when the PHOTO SHOT button is pressed while using a tripod etc.

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Various recording functions

Wind noise reduction function

This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ WIND CUT] # [ON] and press the joystick.

To cancel the wind noise reduction function

Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ WIND CUT] # [OFF] and press the joystick.

≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. ≥ Depending on the wind strength, the wind noise is

reduced. (If this function is activated in strong winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When the wind weakens, the stereo effect will be restored.)

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Various recording functions

Cinema mode

This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs.

Images are recorded with a black belt appearing along the top and bottom of the screen so that they look like theatre movies.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [CINEMA] # [ON] and press the joystick.

To cancel the cinema mode

Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ CINEMA] # [OFF] and press the joystick.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

≥ Images played back vary depending on the TV

connected. Please refer to the operating instructions for your TV.

≥ When images are played back on a TV screen, the

date display may be erased in some cases.

≥ Depending on the TV, the picture quality may

deteriorate.

≥ When a cinema picture is imported onto a personal

computer, the imported picture may not be displayed correctly, depending on the software used.

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Various recording functions

Night view function

This allows recording in dark locations.

This function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background. Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration.

≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were missed.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [NIGHTVIEW] # [ON] and press the joystick.

After exiting the menu screen, the unit is in manual focus mode. Move the joystick left or right to bring the subject into focus manually. (l 58) ≥ If the manual focus indication is not displayed, press the joystick twice

and then focus the subject.

To cancel the Night view function

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ NIGHT VIEW] # [OFF] and press the joystick.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

≥ The Night view function makes the signal charging

time of CCD up to approximately 25k longer than usual, so that dark scenes invisible to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

Recording

≥ By operating the OFF/ON switch or mode dial, the

Night view function is cancelled.

≥ If set in a bright place, the screen may become

whitish for a while.

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Various recording functions

Image stabilizer function

This is for reducing image shakes during recording.

Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [SIS] # [ON] and press the joystick.

To cancel the image stabilizer function

Press the MENU button, then select [ ADVANCED] # [ SIS] # [OFF] and press the joystick.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

≥ When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn

the image stabilizer off.

≥ In the following cases, the image stabilizer function

may not work effectively. – When the digital zoom is used – When the unit is shaken greatly – When you record a moving subject while tracking

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Manual recording functions

When the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is set to AUTO, the unit adjusts automatically the following settings.

≥ White balance ≥ Shutter speed ≥ Iris/gain value ≥ Focus

Above settings may not be adjusted automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, adjust the settings manually.

Scene mode

This is for recording in various situations.

When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.

Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS

switch to MANUAL.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

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2 Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] #

[ SCENE MODE] # desired item and press the

joystick.

Display Mode Recording conditions

5 Sports To record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions

Portrait To make people stand out against the background

Low light To make the scene brighter in dark conditions

Spotlight To make the subject under a spotlight look more attractive

Surf & snow To record images in bright places such as ski slopes and beaches

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Manual recording functions

To cancel the scene mode function

Press the MENU button, then select [ BASIC] # [ SCENE MODE] # [OFF] and press the joystick. ≥ You can also cancel the scene mode function by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to

AUTO.

Sports mode

≥ For slow-motion playback or playback pause

of recorded pictures, this mode helps diminish camera shake.

≥ During normal playback, the image

movement may not look smooth.

≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light,

mercury light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.

≥ If you record a subject illuminated with strong

light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear.

≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the sports

mode does not function. The [5] display flashes.

≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may

flicker.

Portrait mode

≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may

flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF].

Low light mode

≥ Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be

recorded finely.

Spotlight mode

≥ If the recording subject is extremely bright,

the recorded image may become whitish and the periphery of the recorded image extremely dark.

Surf & snow mode

≥ If the subject is extremely bright, the

recorded image may become whitish.

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Manual recording functions

Manual focus adjustment

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS

switch to MANUAL.

2 Move the switch down and set it to

FOCUS position.

The manual focus indication [1MF] is displayed.

3 Move the joystick left or right to bring the subject

into focus.

≥ When focused with a wide angle, the subject may not be in focus when

zoomed in. First, zoom in on the subject, and then focus on it.

To restore to the automatic adjustment

Press the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch down again to the FOCUS position. ≥ You can also restore the auto focusing by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO.

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Manual recording functions

White balance

This is for recording in natural colours.

The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.

The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.

2 Move the joystick down to select the white balance

display (such as ).

AWB

3 Move the joystick left or right to select the white

balance mode.

Display Mode Recording conditions

AWB

Auto white balance adjustment —

Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps)

Outdoor mode Outdoors under a clear sky

Incandescent lights, halogen lamps

MNL

Recording

≥ Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium lamps, some

Manual adjustment mode

fluorescent lights

≥ Lights used for wedding receptions at

hotels, stage spotlights in theatres

≥ Sunrise, sunset, etc.

To restore to the automatic adjustment

Set the white balance mode to [ ]. ≥ You can also restore the automatic adjustment by setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to

AUTO.

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Manual recording functions

To set the white balance manually

Select [ ] mode, fill the screen with a white subject and then move the joystick up to select [ ].

When the [ ] display changes from flashing to on, setting is complete.

≥ When the [ ] display continues flashing green, the white balance

cannot be set because the place is dark etc. In this case, use the automatic white balance.

∫ About the white balance sensor A

The white balance sensor detects the type of light source during recording. Do not cover the white balance sensor during recording, or it may not function properly.

≥ When the [ ] display flashes white, the manual

white balance previously adjusted is stored. Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the white balance for correct adjustment.

≥ When the unit is turned on with the lens cap fitted,

the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the unit on after removing the lens cap.

≥ When setting both the white balance and the iris/

gain, set the white balance first.

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Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

Shutter Speed: Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. Aperture: Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.

Manual recording functions

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.

The icon shown in the illustration is displayed automatically.

2 Move the joystick down several times and select

the shutter speed indication (such as 1/100) or iris/ gain indication (such as F2.4, 0dB).

3 Move the joystick left or right to make the

adjustment.

A Shutter speed:

1/50 to 1/8000 1/50 to 1/500

≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 (1/500) is faster.

B Iris/Gain value:

CLOSE # (F16 to F2.0) # OPEN # 0dB # 18dB

≥ Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. ≥ Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image. ≥ Values with [dB] are gain values.

To restore to automatic adjustment

Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO.

≥ When setting both the shutter speed and the iris/

gain value, set the shutter speed and then set the iris/gain value.

≥ When recording in an extremely bright place, the

screen may change colour or flicker. If so adjust the shutter speed manually to [1/50] or [1/100].

1/60

1/100

OPEN

OdB

1/60

1/100

OPEN

OdB

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∫ Manual shutter speed adjustment

≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury

light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.

≥ If you increase the shutter speed manually, the

sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value increases automatically, which may increase the noises on the screen.

≥ You may see vertical lines of light in the playback

image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject, but this is not a malfunction.

≥ During normal playback, image movement may not

look smooth.

∫ Manual iris/gain adjustment

≥ If the gain value is increased, the noise on the

screen increases.

≥ Depending on the zoom magnification, there are iris

values that are not displayed.

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Playback

Motion picture playback

1 Rotate the mode dial to select .

The motion pictures recorded on the disc are displayed as thumbnails.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

2 Select the scene to be played back.

A Scene number B Scroll bar display

The selected scene will be encircled by a red frame. ≥ When 9 or more scenes have been recorded, the next (or previous) page

is displayed by moving the joystick.

≥ If you move and hold the joystick up or down, you can advance 8 scenes

at a time. The screen will not change at this time, but the scene numbers and scroll bar display will change so release the joystick when you have arrived at the page with the scene you want to display.

3 Press the joystick.

The selected scene is played back on the full screen. The operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen.

4 Move the joystick to operate.

1/;: Playback/Pause : (Move): Skip playback (backward)

Playback

: (Move and hold): Review playback 9 (Move): Skip playback (forward) 9 (Move and hold): Cue playback ∫: Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails.

≥ No sound will be heard except during normal

playback.

≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the screen

returns to the thumbnails.

≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is

short, playback may not be possible.

≥ The thumbnails of motion pictures that cannot be

played back are displayed in shades of blue and white.

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Motion picture playback

To display the recording date during playback

Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [DATE] # [ON] and press the joystick.

≥ During playback, the recording time is not displayed

on the screen.

Slow-motion playback

1 Move the joystick up during playback to pause the

playback.

2 Move and hold the joystick right.

(Slow-motion pictures will be played back in reverse when you move and hold the joystick left.)

≥ Normal playback is restored when you move the joystick up.

Frame-by-frame playback

The motion picture is advanced one frame at a time.

1 Move the joystick up during playback to pause the

playback.

2 Move the joystick right.

(The frames will be advanced one at a time in the reverse direction when you move the joystick left.)

≥ Normal playback is restored when you move the joystick up.

To adjust the volume

Adjust the speaker volume during playback.

Move the volume lever to change the volume level.

Tow ards “ r”: increases the volume Tow ards “ s”: decreases the volume

≥ The further the [ ] indicator moves to the right (towards the “i” end), the higher the volume level

becomes.

≥ When the adjustment is completed, the volume setting display will disappear.

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Motion picture playback

Playing back motion pictures by date

Recorded scenes are grouped by date on this unit. Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.

1 Press the MENU button, then select

[PLAYSETUP] # [PLAYMODE] # [BY DATE] and press the joystick.

≥ When [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL], all recorded motion

pictures will be played back in succession. ([ ALL] is displayed.)

2 Select the date for playback, then press the joystick.

The scenes recorded on the same day are displayed as thumbnails.

3 Select the scene to be played back.

≥ Even if scenes are recorded on the same day, they are grouped separately in the following cases.

– When the number of scenes exceeds 99 (RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) – When the disc is removed (-RW‹V›) (-R) – When the disc is repaired (-RW‹V›) (-R) – When the mode dial is switched (-R) – When the power is turned off (-R)

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Resuming the previous playback

Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ RESUME PLAY] # [ON] and press the joystick.

If playback of a motion picture is stopped, [R] appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped scene. ≥ If playback is stopped at any point during a motion picture while

[RESUME PLAY] is set to [OFF], the next time the motion picture is played back, it will be from the beginning.

≥ The resume position memorized is cleared if the

unit is turned off, but the menu setting is not cleared.

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Still picture playback (VDR-D150 only)

1 Rotate the mode dial to select .

The still pictures recorded on the SD card are displayed as thumbnails.

(SD)

2 Select the file to be played back.

A File number B Scroll bar display

The selected file will be encircled by a red frame. ≥ When 9 or more files have been recorded, the next (or previous) page is

displayed by moving the joystick.

≥ If you move and hold the joystick up or down, you can advance 8 files at

a time. The screen will not change at this time, but the file numbers and scroll bar display will change so release the joystick when you have arrived at the page with the file you want to display.

3 Press the joystick.

The selected file is played back on the full screen. The operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen.

4 Move the joystick to operate.

1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures on the SD card in numerical order) start/pause. E: Plays back the previous picture. D: Plays back the next picture. ∫: Stops the playback and shows the thumbnails.

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Still picture playback (VDR-D150 only)

Playing back still pictures as a slide show

Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [PLAYMODE] # [SLIDE SHOW] and press the joystick.

∫ About still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)

established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

≥ The file format supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥ If an out-of-specs file is played back, the folder/file number may not be displayed. ≥ This unit may degrade or not play back data recorded or created on another product and another

product may degrade or not play back data recorded on this unit.

≥ Do not operate the mode dial during the slide show. ≥ When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or remove

an SD card.

≥ It takes time to display the file depending on the

number of pixels of the file.

≥ If you attempt to play back file recorded in a

different format or file data is defective, the whole display becomes grayish and an error message may appear.

Playback

≥ When playing back a file recorded on other

products, the date and time display is different from when it was recorded.

≥ When playing back a file recorded on other

products, its size and that of this unit may appear differently. (l 101)

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Editing

Editing scenes

Deleting scenes

This is for deleting scenes recorded on discs.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

The deleted scenes cannot be restored. ≥ Scenes on DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R cannot be deleted.

Deleting scenes one at a time

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the button during playback.

2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

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Editing scenes

Deleting multiple scenes from the thumbnail display

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ DELETE] #

[ SELECT] or [ ALL] and press the joystick.

≥ When [ALL] is selected, the following scenes will be deleted. Proceed to

step 4. – When [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL]: All the scenes on the disc – When [PLAY MODE] is set to [BY DATE]: All the scenes selected by date

2 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

Select the scene to be deleted, then press the joystick.

The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame.

≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled. ≥ Up to 8 scenes displayed on a page can be set in succession.

3 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

Press the button.

4 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

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(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

To continue deleting other scenes

Repeat steps 2-4.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

≥ To delete an unwanted part of a scene, divide the

scene first, and then delete the unnecessary part. (l 69)

≥ In case of [ALL], the deletion may take time if there

are many scenes on the disc.

≥ Do not turn off this unit while deleting.

≥ When you delete scenes, use a battery with

sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor.

≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that have

been divided. Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.

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Editing scenes

Dividing a scene

This is for dividing a scene into two.

To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select

[ EDIT SCENE] # [ DIVIDE] and press the joystick.

2 Select the scene to be divided, then press the

joystick.

The selected scene is played back.

3 When you reach the area where you want to divide

the scene, move the joystick down to set the dividing point.

≥ Using slow-motion playback or frame-by-frame playback makes it easy

to search for the point where you want to divide the scene. (l 63)

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

4 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

To continue dividing other scenes

Repeat steps 2-4.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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Editing scenes

Combining scenes

This function is only for combining two consecutive scenes into one.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select

[ EDIT SCENE] # [ COMBINE] and press the joystick.

2 Select the scene to be combined, then press the

joystick.

≥ The selected scene and the next scene are combined. ≥ If you wish to combine scenes that are not next to each other or scenes

with different recording dates, first create a playlist and then combine the scenes on the playlist. (l 72, 77)

3 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

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To continue combining other scenes

Repeat steps 2-3.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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Using playlists

What is a playlist?

You can create a playlist by gathering your favourites from the recorded scenes. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a playlist. ≥ If you create or delete playlists, the original scenes will not be modified. Editing scenes on a

playlist will not affect the original scenes.

Recorded scenes

Playlist

≥ The maximum number of items on a disc (per side)

– Playlists: 99 – Playlist scenes: 999

≥ If original scenes are deleted, the portion of playlists

created with these scenes is also deleted.

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Using playlists

Creating a new playlist

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select

[PLAYSETUP] # [PLAYMODE] # [PLAYLIST] and press the joystick.

2 Select [CREATE], then press the joystick.

3 Select the scene to be added to the playlist, then

press the joystick.

The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame.

≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled. ≥ Up to 8 scenes can be set in succession. ≥ The scenes are registered in the playlist in the order that they were

selected. After creating a playlist, the order of the scenes in it can be changed by [MOVE] function. (l 75)

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

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4 Press the MENU button.

5 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

The thumbnail view screen of the created playlist is displayed.

To add another scene to the same playlist

Select [ADD]. (l 74)

To playback a playlist

Select the scene to start playback, then press the joystick.

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Playing back a playlist

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select

[PLAYSETUP] # [PLAYMODE] # [PLAYLIST] and press the joystick.

2 Select the playlist to be played back, then press the

joystick.

Scenes in the selected playlist are displayed as thumbnails.

3 Select the scene to start playback, then press the

joystick.

Using playlists

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

To select a different playlist

When the first scene is selected in the playlist thumbnail view screen, move the joystick left. The screen returns to the PLAYLIST VIEW (step 2).

To return to showing the original scenes

Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [PLAYMODE] # [VIEW ALL] or [BY DATE] and press the joystick.

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Using playlists

Editing a playlist

Editing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes.

Adding scenes to playlist

¬Select playlist playback mode. (l 73, steps 1 and 2)

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and

press the joystick.

2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the

joystick.

3 Select [ ADD], then press the joystick.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

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4 Select the scene to be added, then press the

joystick.

The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame.

≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled. ≥ Up to 8 scenes can be set in succession. ≥ The scenes are added to the playlist in the order that they were selected.

The order of the scenes in the playlist can be changed by [MOVE] function. (l 75)

5 Press the MENU button.

6 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

The thumbnail view screen of the playlist that scenes were added to is displayed.

To continue adding scenes to the playlist

Repeat steps 1-6.

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Moving scenes

The scenes in a playlist can be moved.

¬Select playlist playback mode. (l 73, steps 1 and 2)

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and

press the joystick.

2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the

joystick.

3 Select [ MOVE], then press the joystick.

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4 Select the scene to be moved, then press the

joystick.

The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame, and the position to insert is shown by a red bar.

5 Select the position to insert the scene, then press

the joystick.

To continue moving other scenes in the playlist

Repeat steps 4-5.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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Using playlists

Dividing a scene

You can divide a scene into two parts.

≥ Dividing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes.

¬Select playlist playback mode. (l 73, steps 1 and 2)

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and

press the joystick.

2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the

joystick.

3 Select [ DIVIDE], then press the joystick.

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4 Select the scene to be divided, then press the

joystick.

The selected scene is played back.

5 When you reach the area where you want to divide

the scene, move the joystick down to set the dividing point.

≥ Using slow-motion playback or frame-by-frame playback makes it easy

to search for the point where you want to divide the scene. (l 63)

6 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

To continue dividing other scenes

Repeat steps 4-6.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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Combining scenes

Two scenes can be combined into one.

≥ Combining scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes.

¬Select playlist playback mode. (l 73, steps 1 and 2)

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and

press the joystick.

2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the

joystick.

3 Select [ COMBINE], then press the joystick.

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4 Select the scene to be combined, then press the

joystick.

≥ The selected scene and the next scene are combined.

5 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

To continue combining other scenes

Repeat steps 4-5.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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Using playlists

Deleting scenes

≥ Deleting scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes.

Deleting scenes one at a time:

¬Select playlist playback mode. (l 73, steps 1 and 2)

1 Press the button during playback.

2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

Deleting multiple scenes from the thumbnail display:

¬Select playlist playback mode. (l 73, steps 1 and 2)

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ EDIT] and

press the joystick.

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2 Select the playlist to be edited, then press the

joystick.

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Using playlists

3 Select [ DELETE] # [ SELECT] or [ ALL] and

press the joystick.

≥ When [ALL] is selected, the selected playlist will be erased. Proceed to

step 6.

4 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3)

Select the scene to be deleted, then press the joystick.

The selected scene is encircled by a yellow frame.

≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected scene will be cancelled. ≥ Up to 8 scenes displayed on a page can be set in succession.

5 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3)

Press the button.

6 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3)

To continue deleting other scenes

Repeat steps 4-6.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

≥ Deleting scenes on a playlist will not increase the

remaining capacity for recording.

≥ The playlist itself is deleted if you delete all the

scenes in it.

≥ When a playlist is deleted, the number of each

subsequent playlist decreases by one.

≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that have

been divided. Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.

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Editing still pictures (VDR-D150 only)

Deleting still pictures

This is for deleting still picture files recorded on SD cards.

The deleted files cannot be restored.

Deleting files one at a time

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the button during playback.

2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

(SD)

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Editing still pictures (VDR-D150 only)

Deleting multiple files from the thumbnail display

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ DELETE] #

[ SELECT] or [ ALL] and press the joystick.

≥ When [ALL] is selected, all files on the SD card except the locked files

will be erased. Proceed to step 4.

2 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

Select the file to be deleted, then press the joystick.

The selected file is encircled by a yellow frame.

≥ When the joystick is pressed again, the selected file will be cancelled. ≥ Up to 8 files displayed on a page can be set in succession.

3 (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

Press the button.

4 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

(Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 1)

To continue deleting other files

Repeat steps 2-4.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

∫ Deleting still picture files recorded on an SD card by other products

A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on this unit may be erased.

≥ In case of [ALL], the deletion may take time if there

are many files on the SD card.

≥ Do not turn off this unit while deleting. ≥ When you delete files, use a battery with sufficient

battery power or use the AC adaptor.

≥ Do not remove the SD card while deleting. ≥ If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted, all

the data related to the files will be deleted.

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Editing still pictures (VDR-D150 only)

Locking still pictures

This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake.

Still picture files recorded on an SD card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (However even if you lock some files on an SD card, formatting the card will delete all the files.)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select

[PLAYSETUP] # [LOCK] # [YES] and press the joystick.

2 Select the file to be protected, then press the

joystick.

[ ] display appears and the selected file is locked.

≥ Press the joystick again to release the lock setting. ≥ To lock other files, repeat step 2.

To complete the settings

Press the MENU button.

(SD)

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Editing still pictures (VDR-D150 only)

DPOF setting

This is for writing the printing data on an SD card.

You can write the data of still pictures to be printed and number of copies (DPOF data) onto the SD card.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select

[PLAYSETUP] # [ DPOF SET] # [SET] and press the joystick.

2 Select the file to be set, then press the joystick.

The number of prints set to be in DPOF is displayed.

3 Move the joystick up or down to select the number of prints, then

press the joystick.

≥ You can select from 0 to 999. (The selected number of pictures can be printed with the printer

supporting DPOF.)

≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0]. ≥ To set other files, repeat steps 2–3.

(SD)

To complete the settings

Press the MENU button.

To cancel all DPOF settings

Press the MENU button, then select [ PLAY SETUP] # [ DPOF SET] # [CANCEL ALL] and press the joystick.

≥ When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick.

∫ What is DPOF?

DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. This enables picture printing information to be written onto an SD card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF.

≥ The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999

files.

≥ DPOF setting made on other devices may not be

recognized by this unit. Please perform the DPOF settings on this unit.

≥ You cannot add the recording date to pictures to be

printed with the DPOF settings.

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Disc and card management

Formatting discs and cards

Formatting discs

This is for initializing discs.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›)

Please be aware that if a disc is formatted, then all the data recorded on the disc will be erased.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] #

[FORMATDISC] # [YES] and press the joystick.

≥ When formatting a DVD-RAM, skip to step 3.

2 (When formatting a DVD-RW only)

Select format type (l 15), then press the joystick.

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3 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen.

≥ During formatting, do not turn this unit off. ≥ When you format the disc, use a battery with

sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor.

≥ In the case of a double sided disc, format each side. ≥ It may not be possible to format a disc with many

scratches or dirt. Such discs cannot be used.

≥ Use this unit to format discs. This unit may not

recognize some discs that have been formatted using a computer or a device other than this unit.

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Formatting discs and cards

Formatting an SD card (VDR-D150 only)

This is for initializing cards.

Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a computer, etc.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] #

[ FORMAT CARD] # [YES] and press the joystick.

2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen.

(SD)

≥ During formatting, do not turn this unit off. ≥ When you format the SD card, use a battery with

sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor.

≥ Use this unit to format SD cards. If an SD card is

formatted on other products (such as a computer), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card.

≥ Depending on the type of SD card being used, it

may take time to format.

≥ Do not remove the SD card while formatting.

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Finalizing a disc

This is for enabling discs to be played on other devices.

(-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

To play back a DVD-RW (Video format) or a DVD-R on other devices e.g. a DVD player, finalize the disc.

∫ Finalizing video format discs

Be sure to finalize the disc on this unit, before using it on other devices.

DVD-RW (Video format): After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only. You can record on the

DVD-R: After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer

∫ Finalizing VR format discs DVD-RAM: It is not necessary to finalize DVD-RAM. DVD-RW (VR format): Finalizing a DVD-RW (VR format) increases its compatibility with other

¬Connect this unit to the AC adaptor. (Finalization cannot be executed using a battery.) ¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] #

[ FINALIZE] # [YES] and press the joystick.

disc after un-finalizing (l 87) or formatting (l 84).

record.

products. DVD-RW (VR format) after finalization can be recorded and edited in the same way as DVD-RW (VR format) before finalization.

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2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

≥ When finalizing is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen.

≥ Do not finalize a disc recorded on this unit using any

other device.

≥ In the case of a double sided disc, finalize each

side.

≥ The top menu created when finalizing does not

appear on this unit. Play back the disc on a DVD player. Titles are displayed by recording date on the top menu. However, when [PLAY MODE] is set to [BY DATE] to view scenes by recording date, some scenes recorded on the same date may be separated. (l 64) These scenes will be displayed as separate titles on the top menu.

≥ Depending on the condition of the disc, the time it

takes for finalizing will differ. It may take up to 15 minutes.

≥ If this unit becomes hot or is shaken strongly or

impacted while finalizing, the finalization will fail and the disc may become unplayable on other devices.

≥ If the power supply stops while finalizing, the

finalization will fail and the disc may become unplayable on other devices even if disc repair is carried out.

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Finalizing a disc

Un-finalizing a DVD-RW

This is for un-finalizing a DVD-RW (Video format) so that it can be used for recording.

(-RW‹V›)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] #

[ UN-FINALIZE] # [YES] and press the joystick.

2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

≥ When un-finalizing is complete, press the MENU button to exit the message screen.

≥ When you un-finalize the disc, use a battery with

sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor.

≥ DVD-RW (VR format) cannot be un-finalized. DVD-

RW (VR format) after finalization can be recorded and edited in the same way as DVD-RW (VR format) before finalization.

≥ DVD-R cannot be un-finalized.

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Protecting a disc

This is for preventing recorded contents from being deleted or edited by mistake. Further recording and editing is not possible on protected discs until the protection is released.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] #

[ DISC PROTECT] and press the joystick.

2 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the

joystick.

To release disc protection

1) Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [ DISC PROTECT] and press the

joystick.

2) When the confirmation message appears, select [YES], then press the joystick.

≥ If the disc has been protected on another device, it

may not be possible to release the protection on this unit. In this case, release the protection on the device that you used to protect it.

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Displaying disc information

Information such as the number of recorded scenes, the remaining space and whether or not the disc is finalized or protected is displayed.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] # [INFORMATION] # [YES] and press the joystick.

To exit the information screen

Press the MENU button.

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With other products

With a TV

Playback on TV

Images recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV.

≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (SD)

1 Connect this unit and a TV.

A AV/S cable (supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ If your TV is not equipped with AV Input

Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor B (purchase separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

* If the TV has an S Video terminal, also connect the

S Video plug to it. This allows you to enjoy more beautiful pictures.

AUDIO IN

2 Turn on this unit, then rotate the mode dial to select or .

3 Change the input channel on the TV.

≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected.

4 Start playback on this unit.

The image and audio are output on the TV.

∫ If the image or audio from this unit is not output on the TV ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go. ≥ Check the connected terminal. ≥ Check the TV’s input setting (input switch). (For more information, please read the

operating instructions for the TV.)

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With a DVD recorder/player

Playback on DVD recorder/player

≥ When playing back a disc on another DVD recorder/player, place the device so that the disc lies

flat.

Playing back a DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW (VR format)

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

Insert the disc in the DVD recorder/player, then play it back.

≥ Playback is only possible on devices that support

8 cm DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format). See the operating instructions for DVD recorder/player.

≥ DVD-RW (VR format) may have to be finalized. In

this case, finalize the disc on this unit. (l 86)

≥ You cannot record images that allow “One time only

recording” on a 8cm disc.

Playing back a DVD-RW (Video format) or a DVD-R

1 Finalize the disc on this unit. (l 86)

2 Insert the disc in the DVD recorder/player, then

play it back.

≥ Do not insert a disc that has not been finalized into

a DVD recorde/player: the disc may be unusable. Also, a message asking you to format the disc may appear on the DVD recorder. Do not format the disc.

≥ Playback is possible on devices that support 8 cm

DVD-Video, but playback on all DVD players is not guaranteed.

(-RW‹V›) (-R)

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With a DVD recorder/player

Copying recordings onto a DVD recorder’s hard disk

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

If you have a DVD recorder with hard disk, images recorded by this unit can be stored on the hard disk. If you want to dub a disc that the DVD recorder is not compatible with, connect this unit and the DVD recorder with the AV/S cable and then dub the disc.

1 [Only when you dub a DVD-RW (Video format) or a DVD-R]

Finalize the disc on the unit. (l 86)

2 Insert the disc in the DVD recorder, then dub the

contents onto the hard disk.

≥ For details on how to dub the images onto the hard disk, refer to the

operating instructions of the DVD recorder.

(l 93)

≥ DVD-RW (VR format) may have to be finalized. In

this case, finalize the disc on this unit. (l 86)

≥ You cannot record images that allow “One time only

recording” on a 8cm disc.

With other products

≥ If your DVD recorder has an SD card slot, you can

write the still picture files recorded on an SD card with this unit to a disc or the hard disk.

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With a VCR

Dubbing images onto other video devices

With a VCR

You can dub images played back on this unit onto other video devices. You can create a playlist by gathering the scenes you want to dub, then dub the scenes in this playlist only to other devices. (l 72)

≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R)

1 Connect this unit and a video

device.

A AV/S cable (supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ If your recorder is not equipped with AV

Input Sockets, the 21-pin Adaptor B (purchase separately) is necessary. Consult your dealer.

* If the video device has an S Video terminal,

also connect the S Video plug into it. This allows you to enjoy more beautiful pictures.

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

2 Turn on this unit, then rotate the mode dial to select .

3 Change the input channel on the video device and TV.

≥ The channel set will differ depending on the terminal to which the unit is connected.

4 Start playback on this unit.

Then start recording on the connected device.

≥ See the operating instructions of the video device for details.

To stop dubbing

Stop recording on the connected device. Then stop playback on this unit.

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With a printer (PictBridge) (VDR-D150 only)

To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.)

≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down.

¬Insert an SD card with recorded images in the unit, turn on the unit and then

rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Press the MENU button, then select [ SETUP] #

[ USB FUNCTION] # [PictBridge] and press the joystick.

≥ Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

2 Connect this unit and a printer.

A USB cable (not supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. [ ] indication appears.

≥ If the [ ] indication does not appear or

continues to flash, disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable or check the printer, SD card and settings on this unit.

3 Select a file to be printed, then press the joystick.

The number of pictures set is displayed.

(SD)

With other products

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With a printer (PictBridge) (VDR-D150 only)

4 Move the joystick up or down to select the desired number of prints,

then press the joystick.

≥ You can set up to 9 prints. ≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0]. ≥ Up to 8 files displayed on a page can be set in succession by repeating steps 3 and 4.

5 Press the MENU button to display the PictBridge

menus.

6 Select the date print setting on [ DATE PRINT].

≥ If the printer is not capable of date printing, this setting is unavailable.

7 Select the paper size setting on [ PAPER SIZE].

STANDARD: Size specific to the printer 4t5 INCH: L size 5t7 INCH: 2L size 4t6 INCH: Postcard size A4: A4 size

≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer.

With other products

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With a printer (PictBridge) (VDR-D150 only)

8 Select the layout setting on [ PAGE LAYOUT].

STANDARD: Layout specific to the printer

: No frame print

: Frame print

≥ You cannot set page layouts not supported on the printer.

9 Select [ PRINT] # [YES] and press the joystick.

The pictures are printed.

≥ Exit PictBridge by disconnecting the USB cable after the pictures have

been printed.

When you stop printing halfway

Move the joystick down. A confirmation message appears. If [YES] is selected, the number of prints set is cancelled and the screen returns to step 3. If [NO] is selected, all the settings are kept and the screen returns to step 3.

≥ Avoid the following operations during printing.

These operations disable proper printing. – Disconnecting the USB cable – Removing the SD card – Switching the mode dial – Turning off the power

≥ Check the settings for the paper size, quality of

print, etc. on the printer.

With other products

≥ You cannot print pictures that cannot be played on

this unit.

≥ When the unit is connected directly to the printer,

the DPOF settings cannot be used.

≥ Connect the printer directly to this unit. Do not use a

USB hub.

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Others

Menus

Menu list

Menus

Motion picture recording menus

∫ [ BASIC]

[ SCENE MODE] (l 56) [WINDCUT] (l 52) [RECMODE] (l 41) [ CINEMA] (l 53) [ CLOCK SET] (l 35)

∫ [ ADVANCED]

[ D.ZOOM] (l 45) [SIS] (l 55) [ NIGHT VIEW] (l 54) [ FADE COLOUR] (l 49) [ ZOOM MIC] (l 45)

∫ [SETUP]

[DISPLAY] (l 99) [DATE/TIME] (l 36) [ DATE FORMAT] (l 36) [ POWER SAVE] (l 99) [BEEPSOUND] (l 99) [ LCD SET] (l 37) [EVFSET] (l 37)

EVF

[ INITIAL SET] (l 99)

DEMO

[DEMOMODE] (l 99)

Still picture recording menus (VDR-D150 only)

≥ For [ SETUP] items, refer to the motion

picture recording menus.

∫ [ BASIC]

[ SCENE MODE] (l 56) [ PICT. QUALITY] (l 43) [ CLOCK SET] (l 35)

∫ [ ADVANCED]

[ SHTR EFFECT] (l 43)

∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 32)

∫ [ LANGUAGE] (l 32)

Others

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Menus

Motion picture playback menus

∫ [ DELETE]

(Only when [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL] or [BY DATE])

[ SELECT] (l 68) [ ALL] (l 68)

∫ [PLAYSETUP]

[ PLAY MODE] (l 64, 72, 73) [RESUMEPLAY] (l 64)

∫ [ EDIT SCENE]

(Only when [PLAY MODE] is set to [VIEW ALL] or [BY DATE])

[ DIVIDE] (l 69) [ COMBINE] (l 70)

∫ [EDIT]

(Only when [PLAY MODE] is set to [PLAYLIST])

[ ADD] (l 74) [ MOVE] (l 75) [ DIVIDE] (l 76) [ COMBINE] (l 77) [ DELETE] (l 78)

Still picture playback menus (VDR-D150 only)

∫ [ DELETE]

[ SELECT] (l 81) [ ALL] (l 81)

∫ [PLAYSETUP]

[ PLAY MODE] (l 66) [ LOCK] (l 82) [ DPOF SET] (l 83)

∫ [SETUP]

[DISPLAY] (l 99) [DATE/TIME] (l 36) [ DATE FORMAT] (l 36) [ FORMAT CARD] (l 85) [ POWER SAVE] (l 99) [BEEPSOUND] (l 99) [ LCD SET] (l 37) [EVFSET] (l 37)

EVF

[ USB FUNCTION] (l 94)

∫ [ LANGUAGE] (l 32)

Others

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∫ [SETUP]

[ FORMAT DISC] (l 84) [ FINALIZE] (l 86) [ UN-FINALIZE] (l 87) [DISCPROTECT] (l 88) [INFORMATION] (l 89) [DISPLAY] (l 99) [DATE] (l 63) [ DATE FORMAT] (l 36) [ POWER SAVE] (l 99) [ BEEP SOUND] (l 99) [LCDSET] (l 37) [EVFSET] (l 37)

EVF

∫ [ LANGUAGE] (l 32)

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Setup menu

Menus

∫ [DISPLAY] ≥ OFF ≥ ON

The screen indications are selected as shown in the illustration below.

OFF

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R 0h00m

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;

0h00m00s

∫ [ POWER SAVE] ≥ OFF ≥ 5 MINUTES

[OFF]:

The power saving function is not activated.

[5 MINUTES]:

When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to prevent the battery from running down. When you use this unit, turn it on again. ≥ In the following cases, the unit may not turn

off even when you set this to [5 MINUTES]. – When using the AC adaptor – When connecting the unit to a computer or

printer via the USB cable

∫ [ BEEP SOUND] ≥ OFF ≥ ON

This allows operations such as starting and ending recording to be signaled by a beep. When [OFF] is set, no beep is heard when an operation such as recording is started or ended.

1 Beep

When you start recording When you turn on the power When this unit is recognized by the computer or the printer, etc.

2 Beeps

When you pause recording When you turn off the power

2 Beeps for 4 times

When an error occurs e.g. recording not starting. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (l 102)

∫ [ INITIAL SET] ≥ YES ≥ NO

When there is a menu that cannot be selected depending on a combination of functions, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the initial shipping condition. (Language setting cannot be back to the initial shipping condition.)

DEMO

∫ [ DEMO MODE] ≥ OFF ≥ ON

This item is used to start the unit demonstration. (Only when using the AC adaptor and the mode dial is at the or position) If you set this to [ON] without inserting a disc or an SD card, this unit is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is cancelled. If no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration mode automatically starts. To terminate the demonstration mode, insert a disc or an SD card, or set this to [OFF]. For normal use, set this function to [OFF].

∫ [ USB FUNCTION] ≥ PictBridge ≥ PC CONNECT

[PictBridge]:

When you connect the unit to a printer via the USB cable.

[PC CONNECT]:

When you connect the unit to a computer via the USB cable.

Others

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Indications

∫ Recording indications

Motion picture recording Still picture recording (VDR-D150 only)

R 0h00m

;

0h00m00s

50×

R 100

30×

;

AWB

1/100 OPEN 3dB

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Remaining battery power

R 0h00m Remaining time for recording

0h00m00s Elapsed recording time

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Date/Time indication

¥/; (Red) Recording

; (Green) Recording pause

Digital zoom

AUTO

MNL

Auto mode

Manual mode

MF Manual focus

2t Zoom magnification indication

ª Back light mode

Image stabilizer

1/100 Shutter speed

OPEN, F2.0 F number

0dB Gain value

Soft skin mode

Fade (White)

Others

ZOOM

Fade (Black)

Night view function

Zoom microphone

Wind noise reduction

, ,

XP SP LP

Motion picture recording mode

AWB

1/100 OPEN 6dB

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5 Sports mode

AWB

, Ø

(White) (Green) (Red)

, Still picture quality

R 100

Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode

Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode

Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-RW (VR format) DVD-RW (Video format) DVD-RW (unformatted) DVD-R

Progressive photoshot mode

Self-Timer recording

Number of recording pixels for still pictures 640k480

Card can be recorded to Recognizing the card Recording/accessing the card

Remaining number of still pictures

100

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