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Cover
Operating Instructions
DVD Video Camera
Model No.VDR-D300GN
VDR-D250GN
≥ The illustration shows VDR-D300.
≥ VDR-D250 does not have a built-in flash.
Before use, please read these instructions
completely.
(VDR-D300)
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Left/Right
As this equipment gets hot during use,
operate it in a 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.
AC Adaptor
≥ The rating plate is on the underside of
the AC Adaptor.
∫ Warning
To prevent electric shock, do not remove
the cover (or back); there are no user
serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS EQUIPMENT
IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH
AN ELECTRICALLY APPROVED POWER
CORD.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in
the European Union.
If you wish to discard this
product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of
disposal.
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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.
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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.
≥ LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a registered
trademark of Leica Camera AG.
≥ Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
≥ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the
U.S.
≥ Intel
Corporation.
≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.
≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered
trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
®
, Windows® and DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the
®
, Pentium® and Celeron® are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel
These operating instructions are designed for use with models VDR-D300 and VDR-D250. Pictures
may be slightly different from the original.
≥ The illustrations used in these operating instructions show model VDR-D300, 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 ................................................6
Accessories ..........................................8
Parts identification and handling...... 10
Using the LCD monitor............................ 16
Using the viewfinder ................................ 16
Using the remote control......................... 17
Discs and cards..................................20
Discs that can be used on this unit ......... 20
Cards that you can use with this unit ...... 23
Disc and card handling............................ 24
Setup
Power supply ......................................25
Charging the battery................................ 25
Connecting to the AC outlet .................... 29
Turning the unit on/off ............................. 29
Inserting/removing a disc..................32
Inserting/removing an SD card ......... 34
Selecting a mode................................35
How to use the joystick......................36
Switching the language .....................42
Using the menu screen......................43
Setting date and time.........................46
Adjusting LCD monitor/
viewfinder............................................48
Recording
Before recording................................ 50
Recording motion pictures............... 52
Changing the recording mode of
the motion picture ....................................54
Recording still pictures..................... 55
Number of pixels and picture quality
for still picture recording ..........................58
Various recording functions ............. 60
Zoom in/out function ................................ 60
Recording yourself...................................62
Backlight compensation function .............63
Fade in/fade out function .........................64
Soft skin mode.........................................66
Tele macro function .................................67
Colour night view functions...................... 68
Self-timer recording ................................. 69
Wind noise reduction function .................70
Wide mode ..............................................71
Image stabilizer function..........................72
Built-in flash (VDR-D300 only)................. 73
Manual recording functions.............. 75
Scene mode ............................................75
Manual focus adjustment......................... 77
White balance..........................................78
Manual shutter speed/
aperture adjustment ................................. 80
Playback
Motion picture playback.................... 81
Still picture playback......................... 85
Playing back still pictures as
a slide show.............................................86
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Editing
Editing scenes.................................... 87
Deleting scenes .......................................87
Dividing a scene......................................89
Combining scenes ................................... 90
Using playlists.................................... 91
What is a playlist?....................................91
Creating a new playlist ............................92
Playing back a playlist .............................93
Editing a playlist.......................................94
Editing still pictures......................... 100
Deleting still pictures..............................100
Locking still pictures ..............................102
DPOF setting.........................................103
Disc and card management
Formatting discs and cards ............ 104
Formatting discs ....................................104
Formatting an SD card ..........................105
Finalizing a disc ............................... 106
Finalizing a disc.....................................106
Un-finalizing a DVD-RW ........................ 107
Protecting a disc .............................. 108
Displaying disc information............ 109
With other products
With a TV........................................... 110
Playback on TV ..................................... 110
With a DVD recorder/player............. 112
Playback on DVD recorder/player ......... 112
Copying recordings onto
a DVD recorder’s hard disk ...................113
With a VCR........................................ 114
Dubbing images onto other video
devices ..................................................114
With a printer (PictBridge)............... 115
With a computer
Before using with a computer......... 118
What you can do with a computer..........118
Contents on provided CD-ROM .............119
Operating environment ......................... 121
End User License Agreement ............... 124
Installation.........................................125
Installing DVD-RAM Driver.................... 125
Installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE.............. 127
Installing DVDfunSTUDIO..................... 128
Reading the operating instructions of
the software applications ...................... 129
Software application uninstallation........ 129
Connection and recognition............130
Connection and recognition
procedures ............................................ 130
About the computer display .................. 131
To disconnect USB cable safely............ 132
Verifying the unit is correctly
recognized by the computer.................. 133
Creating a DVD-Video disc on a
computer ...........................................134
Creating a DVD-Video on
a computer from a DVD-RAM
or DVD-RW (VR format)........................ 134
Others
Menus ................................................137
Menu list................................................ 137
Other menus ......................................... 139
Indications.........................................141
Indications............................................. 141
Messages.............................................. 144
Functions that cannot be used
simultaneously ...................................... 147
Frequently asked questions ............148
Troubleshooting ...............................150
Cautions for use ...............................156
Explanation of terms........................161
Specifications ...................................163
Number of recordable pictures on
an SD card............................................ 166
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Before using
Features
Features
∫ Easy recording! (l 52)
No need to search for the recording start position.
The new recording will not overwrite any previously recorded scene.
∫ Easy playback! (l 81)
Recorded scenes are displayed as thumbnails.
You can easily search for the scenes you want to watch.
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∫ Editing scenes! (l 87, 91)
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.
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Features
∫ Using with DVD player/recorder! (l 112)
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 a disc with this unit to
the hard disk.
∫ Using with a computer! (l 118)
You can enjoy editing scenes with the software on the supplied CD-ROM and creating original
DVD-Video discs.
Before using
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Accessories
Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Battery pack
Remote control
Button-type battery
AC adaptor
DC cable
AV/S cable
AC cable
Before using
Free style remote control
(VDR-D300 only)
Lens cap
(VDR-D250 only)
Shoulder strap
USB cable
CD-ROM
Disc cleaning cloth
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Optional accessories
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
Accessories
AC adaptor (VW-AD11GN)
Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU12/1150 mAh)
Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU14/1360 mAh)
Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU21/2040 mAh)
Wide conversion lens (VW-LW3707M3E)
Tele conversion lens (VW-LT3714ME)
Filter kit (VW-LF37WE)
Video DC light (VW-LDC10E)
Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E)
Stereo microphone (VW-VMS2E)
Tripod (VW-CT45E)
8 cm DVD-RAM disc (single sided/
LM-AF30E)
8 cm DVD-RAM disc (double sided/
LM-AF60E)
8 cm DVD-RW disc (single sided/
LM-RW30E)
8 cm DVD-RW disc (double sided/
LM-RW60E)
8 cm DVD-R disc (single sided/LM-RF30E)
Before using
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Parts identification and handling
Parts identification and handling
1 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR) (VDR-D300)
Lens (VDR-D250)
2 Built-in flash (VDR-D300 only) (l 73)
3 Recording lamp (l 139)
4 White balance/remote control sensor (l 79, 18)
5 Terminal cover
6 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (l 110, 114)
7 USB terminal [ ] (l 115, 130)
8 Lens cover (VDR-D300 only)
9 Microphone (built-in, stereo)
10 Terminal for free style remote control [REMOTE]
(l 19)
Microphone terminal [MIC]
≥ A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used
as an external microphone.
≥ When the unit is connected with AC adaptor, sometimes
noise may be heard depending on microphone type. In
that case, please switch to battery for power supply and
noise will stop.
11 Viewfinder (l 16)
Due to limitations in LCD production
technology, there may be some tiny bright or
Before using
dark spots on the viewfinder screen.
However, this is not a malfunction and does
not affect the recorded picture.
12 Delete button [ ] (l 87, 98, 100)
13 LCD monitor open part [OPEN] (l 16)
14 Battery/DC cable holder (l 26, 29)
15 Power switch [OFF/ON] (l 29)
16 Status indicator (l 29)
17 Mode dial (l 35)
18 Joystick (l 36)
≥ Move up, down, left or right to select items.
≥ Press the centre to enter the selection.
19 Recording start/stop button (l 52)
20 Menu button [MENU] (l 43)
11
12
13
14
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
15
16
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18
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Parts identification and handling
21 Accessory shoe
≥ Accessories, such as a stereo microphone (optional),
are attached here.
22 Eyepiece corrector knob (l 49)
23 Zoom lever [W/T] (l 60)
Volume lever [sVOLUMEr] (l 83)
24 Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] (l 55)
25 Card slot cover (l 34)
26 Card slot (l 34)
27 Tripod receptacle (l 15)
28 Card access lamp (l 34)
29 Battery release lever [BATTERY RELEASE]
(l 26)
30 Speaker
31 LCD monitor (l 16)
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.
32 Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS]
(l 51, 75)
33 Power LCD button [POWER LCD] (l 48)
34 Reset button [RESET] (l 154)
35 Disc eject lever [DISC EJECT] (l 32)
36 Disc/computer access lamp [ACCESS/PC]
(l 32, 131)
37 Disc compartment (l 32)
38 Grip belt (l 12)
39 Shoulder strap fixture (l 12)
30
31
353936 37 38
21 22
27 28 2925 26
23
24
32
33
34
Before using
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Parts identification and handling
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.
Shoulder strap fixture
Put the strap through the fixture 1 and
through the stopper 2 so it will not come
off. Extend part 3 by at least 2 cm.
Put the opposite end of the strap through A
and attach it in the same way.
1
2
1
3
2
3
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Parts identification and handling
Lens hood
In order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counter-clockwise A. In order to fit it, place into slot B,
and then rotate it clockwise C.
≥ (VDR-D300 only) The lens hood has a built-in lens cover.
B
A
C
≥ Fit the MC protector or the ND filter of the Filter Kit
(VW-LF37WE; optional) in front of the lens hood. Do
not fit the other accessories on the hood. (Except
for the lens cap)
(Refer to the operating instructions for the Filter Kit.)
≥ When fitting the tele conversion lens
(VW-LT3714ME; optional) or the wide conversion
lens (VW-LW3707M3E; optional), first remove the
lens hood.
(Refer to the operating instructions for the tele
conversion lens or the wide conversion lens.)
≥ When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND filter and
tele conversion lens, are fitted and the W/T lever is
pressed toward the W side, the 4 corners of an
image will be darkened. (Vignetting)
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Parts identification and handling
Fitting the lens cap (Supplied: VDR-D250 only)/(Included in the Filter Kit
(VW-LF37WE; optional))
Fit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens.
≥ When the MC protector or the ND filter of the Filter Kit (VW-LF37WE; optional) is attached to the
front of the lens hood, use the lens cap included in the Filter Kit.
1 Pass the end of the lens cap cord through the belt.
2 Pass the lens cap through the loop made by itself.
3 To fit or remove the lens cap, hold both sides of
the lens cap with the tips of your finger and
thumb.
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During recording
The lens cap removed can be attached to the lens cap fixture.
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Parts identification and handling
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, operate the unit from the free
style remote control for convenience. (When not using the
remote control, attach the clip to the grip belt for
convenience. When you move with remote control
attached to a pocket, etc., take care to avoid falling of the
tripod.)
≥ When the tripod is used, the card slot cover cannot be
opened. Insert an SD card before attaching this unit to the
tripod. (l 34)
Before using
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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 Place your finger on OPEN and pull
the LCD monitor out in the direction of
the arrow.
≥ 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.
A
B
≥ The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor
can be adjusted from the menu. (l 48)
≥ If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the unit may be
damaged or fail.
Before using
Using the viewfinder
Pull out the viewfinder.
The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD monitor is opened,
the viewfinder will be deactivated.)
≥ The brightness of the viewfinder (l 48) and the
field of view (l 49) can be adjusted.
≥ If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180x towards the
lens and the viewfinder is extended (when recording
yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder
simultaneously light.
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Parts identification and handling
Using the remote control
1 Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT]*
2 On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] (l 111)
3 Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 47)
4 Playback operation buttons (l 82, 83)
5 Delete button [ ]*
1
2
3
6 Direction buttons [3,4,2,1] (l 45)
7 Recording start/stop buttons [START/STOP]*
8 Zoom/volume buttons [ZOOM, VOL]*
9 Menu button [MENU]* (l 45)
10 Enter button [ENTER] (l 45)
* means that these buttons function in the same manner as the
corresponding buttons on the unit.
4
5
6
∫ Install a button-type battery
Install the button-type battery supplied in the remote control before using it.
1 While pressing the stopper A, pull out the
battery holder.
2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark
facing upward and get the battery holder back
in place.
EXT
DISPLAY
DATE/
TIME
SEARCH
STILL ADV STILL ADV
STOP
SHOT
ZOOM
VOL
PLAY
SEARCH
PAU S E
STOPSKIP SKIP
MENU
ENTER
START/
PHOTO
A
7
8
9
1
Before using
∫ Concerning the button-type battery
≥ When the button-type battery runs down, replace it
with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The
battery is normally expected to last about 1 year, but
it depends on operation frequency.
≥ Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of
children.
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Parts identification and handling
Caution
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the
equipment manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to manufacturer’s
instructions.
∫ Remote control usable range
The distance between the remote control and the unit’s remote
control sensor A: Within approx. 5 m
Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right
≥ The remote control is intended for indoor operation.
Outdoors or under strong light, the unit may not
operate properly even within the usable ranges.
Before using
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 xC
or incinerate. Keep the Button-Type battery
out of the reach of children. Never put
Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed
call your doctor.
A
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Parts identification and handling
Using the free style remote control (VDR-D300 only)
This remote control can be used from different high and low angles. It is also handy when a tripod is
used. When you do not use the remote control, attach the clip to the grip belt. Left-handed users
can use this unit more easily.
1 Recording start/stop button [REC]
2 Zoom lever [W/T]
3 Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT]
1
2
3
∫ Connect the free style remote control to the unit
Plug the free style remote control into the
REMOTE/MIC terminal as far as it goes.
≥ If the pin plug of the remote control is not inserted
securely into the REMOTE/MIC terminal as far as it
will go, normal operation may not be ensured.
≥ Before using, make sure that the plug is inserted
securely into the terminal as far as it will go.
∫ About the clip (on the backside)
When you move with the clip fitted to your pocket or elsewhere, beware of knocking
over the tripod and causing the unit to fall off the table.
Before using
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Discs and cards
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
≥ Deleting recorded
scenes
¥¥ ––
≥ Editing on this unit ¥¥ ––
≥ Playback on other
products
*2
≥ Recording after
finalizing
*1 By formatting the disc, it can be used repeatedly. (l 104)
*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 106)
*6 Un-finalize the disc. (l 107)
*3
¥
– ¥
*4
¥
DVD-R
8 cm
Single sided/
double sided
(DVD-R for
General Ver. 2.0)
DVD-Video
format
(Video format)
One time
*1
recording disc
*5
¥
*6
¥
*5
¥
–
¥: 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 21, 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 104)
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
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 105)
≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card.
≥ 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)
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.
∫ About the miniSD™ 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.
Before using
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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.
≥ If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove
the DC cable from the AC adaptor.
Power supply
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the
A
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
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.
≥ Battery charging time (l 27)
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries.
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the
quality of this product.
Setup
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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.
≥ Before removing the battery, be sure to set the OFF/
ON switch to OFF and check that the status
indicator is 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
≥ The charging time shown in the table are approximations.
≥ “2 h 25 min” indicates 2 hours 25 minutes.
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
∫ 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.
≥ The recordable time shown in the table are approximations.
≥ “1 h 25 min” indicates 1 hour 25 minutes.
VDR-D300 (When using a DVD-RAM disc)
Battery model
number
Supplied
battery/
CGA-DU12
(optional)
CGA-DU14
(optional)
CGA-DU21
(optional)
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
Recording
mode
XP
SP
LP
XP
SP
LP
XP
SP
LP
Maximum
continuously
recordable time
1h25min
(1 h 20 min)
1h35min
(1 h 30 min)
1h40min
(1 h 35 min)
1h45min
(1 h 40 min)
2h
(1 h 50 min)
2h5min
(1 h 55 min)
2h40min
(2 h 35 min)
3h
(2 h 50 min)
3h10min
(2 h 55 min)
Intermittent
recordable time
40 min
(40 min)
45 min
(45 min)
50 min
(45 min)
50 min
(50 min)
1h
(55 min)
1h
(55 min)
1h20min
(1 h 15 min)
1h30min
(1 h 25 min)
1h35min
(1 h 25 min)
Setup
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Power supply
VDR-D250 (When using a DVD-RAM disc)
Battery model
number
Supplied
battery/
CGA-DU12
(optional)
CGA-DU14
(optional)
CGA-DU21
(optional)
Voltage/
capacity
7.2 V/
1150 mAh
7.2 V/
1360 mAh
7.2 V/
2040 mAh
Recording
mode
XP
SP
LP
XP
SP
LP
XP
SP
LP
Maximum
continuously
recordable time
1h30min
(1h25min)
1h40min
(1h35min)
1h45min
(1h35min)
1h50min
(1h45min)
2h5min
(1h55min)
2h10min
(2 h)
2h50min
(2h40min)
3h10min
(2h55min)
3h15min
(3h5min)
Intermittent
recordable time
45 min
(40 min)
50 min
(45 min)
50 min
(45 min)
55 min
(50 min)
1h
(55 min)
1h5min
(1 h)
1h25min
(1 h 20 min)
1h35min
(1 h 25 min)
1h35min
(1 h 30 min)
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≥ 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 in the
following cases:
– When you use both the viewfinder and the LCD
monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD
monitor frontward to record yourself, using the
0 Lux colour night view function, etc.
– When you use this unit with the LCD monitor lit up
by pressing the POWER LCD button.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This
unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a
malfunction.
≥ Be aware that the operating time of the battery will
become shorter in low temperatures. We
recommend charging a spare battery for use when
recording.
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Power supply
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,
the battery will not charge.
Turning the unit on/off
≥ (VDR-D250 only) 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 (l 161)
may not function properly.
How to turn on the power
Setup
While pressing the button A, set the
OFF/ON switch to ON.
The status indicator B lights and the power turns on.
≥ (VDR-D300 only) In disc recording mode or card
recording mode, the lens cover opens.
≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a
message asking you to set the date and time will
appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time.
(l 46)
A
B
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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 turns off.
≥ (VDR-D300 only) In disc recording mode or card recording mode, the lens
cover closes.
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, it will take longer than usual before you can start recording.
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