Panasonic VDR-D50 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Instrukcja obsługi

DVD Video Camera

Model No. VDR-D50

Before use, please read these instructions completely. Przed pierwszym włączeniem kamery prosimy o dokładne przeczytanie instrukcji obsługi.

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Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

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

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

≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES.

≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR

BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT

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

≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S

VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED

FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥ DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

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∫ EMC Electric and magnetic

compatibility

This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.

Use only the recommended accessories.

≥ Do not use any other AV cables and USB

cables except the supplied one.

≥ When you use the cable which are sold

separately, please make sure to use the one whose length is less than 3 meters.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT IEC60825-1:2001

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.

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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∫ 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.

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Contents

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

Accessories.................................................... 8

Preparation

Before using

[1] Parts identification and handling..... 10

[2] Power supply ..................................... 14

Charging the battery............................ 14

Inserting the battery............................. 15

Charging time and recordable time ..... 15

Connecting to the AC outlet................. 17

[3] About discs........................................ 18

[4] Inserting/removing a disc ................. 21

[5] About SD cards.................................. 22

[6] Inserting/removing an SD card ........ 23

Setup

[1] Turning the unit on/off

Selecting a mode ................................24

[2] Using the menu screen..................... 26

Language selection ............................. 27

Menu list .............................................. 27

[3] Setting date and time ........................ 29

[4] Adjusting LCD monitor/

viewfinder............................................30

Recording

Recording (Basic)

[1] Before recording................................ 32

[2] Recording motion pictures............... 33

Recording modes and recordable

time...................................................... 34

[3] Recording still pictures on an

SD card................................................35

Number of pixels and picture quality ... 36

[4] Recording functions.......................... 37

Zoom in/out function............................ 37

Recording yourself............................... 38

Image stabilizer function...................... 39

Recording (Advanced)

[1] Recording functions of operation

icons ....................................................40

Operation icons ................................... 41

Backlight compensation/Fade/ Help mode/Colour night view/ Soft skin mode/Self-timer

[2] Recording functions of menus ........ 44

Menus ................................................. 44

Guideline/Aspect ratio/ Wind noise reduction/ Auto slow shutter

[3] Manual recording functions............. 45

Scene mode........................................ 46

Manual focus adjustment .................... 46

White balance ..................................... 47

Manual shutter speed/

aperture adjustment ............................ 48

Playback

[1] Motion picture playback................... 50

[2] Still picture playback ........................ 53

Editing

[1] Deleting scenes/files......................... 55

Deleting scenes/files one at a time ..... 55

Deleting multiple scenes/files.............. 55

[2] Editing scenes................................... 57

[3] Using playlists................................... 59

Creating a new playlist ........................ 59

Editing a playlist .................................. 60

[4] Editing still pictures.......................... 62

Disc and SD card management

[1] Finalizing a disc ................................ 64

Un-finalizing a DVD-RW disc .............. 65

[2] Protecting a disc/

disc information ................................. 66

Protecting a disc.................................. 66

Displaying disc information ................. 66

[3] Formatting a disc/an SD card .......... 67

Formatting a disc................................. 67

Formatting an SD card ........................ 67

With other products

[1] Playback on TV.................................. 68

[2] With a DVD recorder/player.............. 69

Playback on DVD recorder,

DVD player, PC etc. ............................ 69

Dubbing recordings onto a

DVD recorder’s hard disk.................... 69

[3] Dubbing images onto a VCR ............ 70

[4] With a printer (PictBridge)................ 71

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With a PC

Before using

[1] What you can do with a PC............... 74

[2] Operating environment..................... 75

End User License Agreement.............. 77

Setup

[1] Installation.......................................... 78

Installing VideoCam Suite ................... 78

Uninstalling the software ..................... 79

[2] Connection and recognition............. 80

About the PC display ........................... 81

To disconnect USB cable safely .......... 82

Using software

[1] Starting VideoCam Suite................... 83

Reading the operating instructions

of the software..................................... 83

Using a Macintosh

[1] If using a Macintosh .......................... 84

Others

Indications

[1] Indications.......................................... 86

[2] Messages ........................................... 88

Helpful hints

[1] Functions that cannot be used

simultaneously ...................................90

[2] Frequently asked questions ............. 91

[3] Troubleshooting ................................ 92

Cautions for use .......................................... 97

Explanation of terms ................................. 100

Specifications ............................................ 102

Number of recordable pictures

on an SD card.................................... 104

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Features

∫ DVD-RW and DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs

Recordings made on DVD-RW or DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs cannot be played in other DVD devices or PCs unless the discs are finalized. (l 64)

∫ Using with DVD player/recorder (l 69)

Just insert the disc into a DVD player/recorder compatible with 8 cm discs to play back the scenes recorded with this unit. 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 a PC to edit your recordings (l 74)

You can edit scenes with the software on the supplied CD-ROM and create DVD-Video discs.

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

Battery pack

VW-VBG070A

AC adaptor

VSK0698

DC cable

K2GJ2DC00015

AV cable

K2KZ9CB00002

AC cable

K2CQ2CA00006 or K2CR2DA00004

USB cable

K1HA05CD0019 or K1HA05CD0016

CD-ROM

Optional accessories

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

AC adaptor (VW-AD21E-K)

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG130/1320 mAh)

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG260/2640 mAh)

Battery pack (lithium/VW-VBG6*/5800 mAh)

Video DC light (VW-LDC102E)

Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E)

Shoe adaptor (VW-SK12E)

Tripod (VW-CT45E)

Battery pack holder kit (VW-VH04)

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)

8 cm DVD-R disc (double sided/LM-RF60E)

8 cm DVD-R DL disc (dual layer on single side/LM-RF55LE)

* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04

(optional) is necessary.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

With a PC

Others

10 Before using

24 Setup

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Before using

Parts identification and handling

MANUAL

AF/MF

AUTO

14 15 16

RESET

ACCESS

CARD DISC/PC

1 LCD monitor open part 2 LCD monitor

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

LCD monitor

Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the arrow with your fingers.

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

≥ The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted. (l 30)

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3 When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 37)

When playing back: Volume lever [sVOLr] (l 51)

4 Status indicator (l 24) 5 Speaker 6 Eyepiece corrector knob (l 30)

90o B towards the viewfinder.

7 Viewfinder

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 SD card access lamp [ACCESS CARD]

(l 23)

9 Disc/PC access lamp [ACCESS DISC/PC]

(l 21, 80) 10 DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] (l 17) 11 Battery holder (l 15) 12 USB terminal [ ] (l 71, 80) 13 SD card slot [SD CARD] (l 23) 14 Auto button [AUTO] (l 32) 15 Manual button [MANUAL AF/MF] (l 45) 16 Reset button [RESET] (l 95)

Viewfinder

Pull out the viewfinder.

17 Lens 18 Lens cover open/close switch 19 Microphone (built-in, stereo) 20 White balance sensor (l 47)

Lens cover

For the lens protection, be sure to close the lens cover when not in use.

Slide the lens cover open/close switch.

Close the LCD monitor when using the viewfinder. ≥ The brightness of the viewfinder and the

field of view can be adjusted. (l 30)

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21 Mode dial (l 24) 22 Image stabilizer button [ , O.I.S.] (l 39) 23 Menu button [MENU] (l 26) 24 Delete button [ ] (l 55) 25 Recording start/stop button (l 33, 35) 26 Joystick

Joystick

Use the joystick to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen.

Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select a setting or scene, and then press the joystick to set it.

1 Select by moving up, down, left or right. 2 Set by pressing the centre.

≥ Menu screen operations (l 26) ≥ To select the recording functions (l 40) ≥ To adjust manually (l 45) ≥ Playback operations (l 50, 53)

27 Disc eject lever [DISC EJECT] (l 21) 28 Disc compartment (l 21) 29 Audio-video output terminal [A/V]

(l 68, 70)

30 Grip belt

Grip belt

Adjust the belt length and the pad position.

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

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31 Tripod receptacle 32 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 15)

Tripod receptacle

This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional tripod.

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Before using

Power supply

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit

The Panasonic battery that can be used with this unit is supplied battery/VW-VBG130/ VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6.

Supplied battery/VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6 come with a function to check whether the battery and unit can be safely used together.

≥ The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary if using VW-VBG6.

It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. ≥ Be aware that many batteries sold at extremely cheap prices or in situations where it is difficult to

verify the actual products before purchase have proven to be counterfeit.

Charging the battery

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

Important: If the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, then the battery will not charge. Remove the DC cable from the AC adaptor.

Charging lamp [CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging (l 15, Charging time)

Goes off:

Charging completed

Flashing:

≥ When the battery temperature is excessively

high or low, the lamp flashes and the charging time will be longer than normal.

≥ Remove dirt, foreign objects or dust on the

terminals of the battery or the AC adaptor. If the lamp is still flashing, something may be wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer.

1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.

2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows.

≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 8, 15) ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

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Inserting the battery

Removing the battery

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

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

≥ Before removing the battery, be sure to set the

mode dial to OFF and check that the status indicator is off.

≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave a battery pack in an automobile

exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

Notice about the rechargeable battery

The battery is designated recyclable. Please follow your local recycling regulations.

≥ Hold the battery with your hand so that it

does not fall.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Warning

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

Charging time and recordable time

∫ Charging time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60%

Battery model number Voltage/capacity Charging time

Supplied battery 7.2 V/770 mAh 1 h 35 min

VW-VBG130 (optional) 7.2 V/1320 mAh 2 h 35 min

VW-VBG260 (optional) 7.2 V/2640 mAh 4 h 40 min

VW-VBG6 (optional) 7.2 V/5800 mAh 9 h 25 min

≥ If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer.

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∫ Recordable time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC/humidity: 60% ≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor) ≥ When using a DVD-RAM disc

Battery model

number

Supplied battery

VW-VBG130

(optional)

VW-VBG260

(optional)

VW-VBG6 (optional)

Voltage/

capacity

7.2 V/

770 mAh

7.2 V/

1320 mAh

7.2 V/

2640 mAh

7.2 V/

5800 mAh

Recording

mode

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

1h5min

(1 h)

1h15min

(1 h 10 min)

1h20min

(1 h 15 min)

1h55min

(1 h 45 min)

2h10min

(2 h)

2h20min

(2 h 5 min)

4h5min

(3 h 45 min)

4h35min

(4 h 10 min)

4h55min

(4 h 30 min)

9h25min

(8 h 40 min)

10 h 40 min (9 h 40 min)

11 h 25 min

(10 h 20 min)

Actual recordable

time

40 min

(35 min)

40 min

(40 min)

40 min

(40 min)

1h10min

(1 h 5 min)

1h15min (1 h 5 min)

2h30min

(2h15min)

2h35min

(2h25min)

2h40min

(2h25min)

5h50min

(5h20min)

6h10min

(5h35min)

6h15min

(5h40min)

≥ These times are approximations. ≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time on a disc when repeatedly starting/stopping

recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever, etc.

≥ The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. ≥ Be aware that low temperatures will shorten the amount of time the battery will remain charged. We

recommend carrying a spare battery.

≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This unit will also heat up while being used. This is not a

malfunction.

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Battery capacity indication

≥ The display changes to the following indications step-by-step as the battery capacity decreases.

≥ If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash.

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Connecting to the AC outlet

Important: While the DC cable is connected to the AC adaptor, the battery will not charge.

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

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 with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Do not use the

AC cable from other equipment with this unit.

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Before using

∫ Disc type

About discs

Disc type DVD-RAM

8cm Single sided/ double sided

Recording format VR format VR format Video format Video format Video format

Display on the screen

Indication in these instructions

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

About format types

What is the VR format (DVD Video Recording 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 discs in VR format with this unit.

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

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

DVD-RW

8cm

Single sided/double sided

∫ About DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) disc

DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs have two layers of recording/playback surface on one side. If the first layer (L0) becomes full during recording, the recording continues uninterrupted on the second layer (L1). However, the recording is divided into 2 scenes at the point where the layers switch. This unit automatically switches layers during disc playback so you can play the whole of the disc continuously like a normal disc. However, the picture or the sound momentarily stops at the point where the layers switch.

∫ Examples of discs that cannot be used on

this unit

≥ Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm ≥ Double layer discs other than DVD-R DL ≥ Blu-ray Disc ≥ CD-RW ≥ HD DVD ≥ CD-R ≥iRW ≥ CD-ROM ≥iR ≥ CD ≥iR DL ≥ DVD-ROM ≥ DVD-Video

DVD-R

8cm Single sided/ double sided

DVD-R DL

8cm

Dual layer on

single side

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∫ Disc characteristics

Disc type DVD-RAM DVD-RW

(VR format)

DVD-RW

(Video format)

DVD-R DVD-R DL

Rewritable disc ¥¥ ¥*1––

Deleting recorded scenes

¥¥ –––

Editing on this unit ¥¥ –––

Playback on other products

Recording after finalizing

*3*4

¥¥*6––

¥: applicable –: not applicable

*1 By formatting the disc, it can be used repeatedly. (l 67) *2 DVD players and DVD recorders that support 8 cm discs. *3 Playback is possible on compatible products. *4 Must be finalized on this unit. (l 64) *5 Does not need to be finalized. *6 Un-finalize the disc. (l 65)

≥ Still pictures cannot be recorded on a disc

with this unit.

≥ You cannot record or play continuously from

one side of the disc to the other when using a double sided disc. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.

≥ Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy

case cannot be used unless they are removed from the containers prior to use.

≥ When using DVD-RW or DVD-R/DVD-R DL

discs, do not perform the following as it may make the disc unusable.

jRecord on a disc with other products after

recording on it with this unit.

jRecord on a disc with this unit after recording

on it with other products.

jInsert a disc that has not been finalized into

other products.

≥ 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.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam

(This website is in English only.)

≥ Discs recorded on this unit may not be

playable on other products.

≥ Recording on a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc in VR

format is not supported.

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When using a new DVD-RW disc Disc handling

When using a DVD-RW disc, select whether to record in VR format or Video format and then format the disc. (l 18, About format types) When a new DVD-RW disc is used, the screen shown in the illustration appears.

1 Select [YES], then press the

joystick.

2 Select format type, then press

the joystick.

[VIDEO]:

Video format (Cannot edit or delete scenes)

[VR]:

VR format (Allows editing and deleting of scenes)

3 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

≥ Do not touch the recording/playback surface.

≥ If there are scratches, dirt or fingerprints on the

recording/playback side of the disc, images cannot be recorded or played back normally and the following phenomena may occur:

jRecording or playback becomes impossible. jPlayback image stops momentarily or sound

is interrupted during playback.

jBlock noise appears on playback images.

≥ If there is dirt on the disc, wipe with a damp

cloth and then wipe dry.

≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. ≥ Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing

implements to write on a label. Use a soft fiber pen with solvent ink.

≥ Do not use solvents to clean the disc. ≥ Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not

place objects on them.

≥ Do not use the following discs:

jDiscs that are badly warped or cracked. jIrregularly shaped discs, such as heart

shapes.

≥ If the disc is formatted, then all the data

recorded on the disc will be erased.

≥ To change the format type, format the disc

again. (l 67)

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≥ Do not leave discs in the following areas.

jIn direct sunlight. jIn very dusty or humid areas. jNear a heater. jLocations susceptible to significant

difference in temperature (condensation can occur).

≥ To protect discs, keep them in their cases

when not being used.

Before using

Inserting/removing a disc

≥ The cover of the disc compartment will not open unless the unit has a charged battery or is connected

to the AC adaptor.

A Set the recording/playback side

to the inside.

B Pickup lens (reads disc)

1 Insert a charged battery or

connect the AC adaptor.

2 Slide the DISC EJECT lever up

and release it.

3 Open the cover of the disc

compartment and insert/remove the disc.

≥ Place the disc onto the spindle in the centre

and then push the disc down until it clicks into place.

≥ While pressing down on the spindle, grasp the

edge of the disc and gently lift it out.

4 Push the section marked

PUSH CLOSE to close the cover.

≥ Do not remove the battery pack or disconnect

the AC adaptor while removing the disc.

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

even if the mode dial is set to OFF.

≥ Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/

playback side of the disc.

≥ Be sure not to touch the area around the

pickup lens for it becomes extremely hot.

Disc access lamp [ACCESS DISC/ PC] C

When the lamp is on, the disc is rotating and data is being recorded. If the power supply is interrupted, the disc may become damaged. Do not disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the battery. Also, do not shake or bump the unit while the lamp is on.

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Before using

About SD cards

Card type SD Memory Card SDHC Memory Card

Capacity 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB,

512MB, 1GB, 2GB

Indication in these instructions

This unit is compatible with both SD Memory cards and SDHC Memory cards. You can only use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory cards. (When using an SDHC Memory card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)

≥ For the purposes of these operating

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

≥ 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.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam

≥ This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted

in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications and SDHC Memory Cards formatted in FAT32 system.

≥ If you wish to use Memory Cards that are 4 GB

and 8 GB, only SDHC Memory Cards can be used.

≥ 4 GB (or more) Memory Cards that do not have

the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory Card Specifications.

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

is formatted on other products (such as a PC), the time spent for recording may become longer and you may not be able to use the SD card. (l 67)

≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic

brand SD card.

≥ When the write-protect switch

A on SD card is locked, no recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the card.

≥ Keep the Memory Card out of

reach of children to prevent swallowing.

(SD)

≥ 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.

SD card handling

≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the

SD card.

≥ Do not expose the terminals of the SD card to

water, debris, dirt or dust.

≥ Do not leave the SD cards in the following

areas:

jIn direct sunlight. jIn very dusty or humid areas. jNear a heater. jLocations susceptible to significant

difference in temperature (condensation can occur).

jWhere static electricity or electromagnetic

waves occur.

≥ To protect SD cards, keep them in their cases

when not being used.

≥ 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 the SD data on a PC.

4GB, 8GB

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Before using

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

Inserting/removing an SD card

1 Set the mode dial to OFF and

remove the battery.

≥ Check that the status indicator has gone off.

2 Open the SD card slot cover.

3 Insert/remove the SD card.

≥ Press the SD card straight in as far as it will go. ≥ Press the centre of the SD card and then pull it

straight out.

4 Securely close the SD card slot

cover.

SD card access lamp [ACCESS CARD] B

≥ When this unit is processing data, the lamp

lights up.

≥ When lamp is on, do not:

sRemove the SD card sOperate the mode dial sRemove the battery or disconnect the

≥ Performing the above while lamp is on may

result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.

A Label side

AC adaptor

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Setup

Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF.

Turning the unit on/off Selecting a mode

≥ Rotate the mode dial while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button A if changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Align with the status indicator B.

While pressing the lock release button, set the mode dial to , , or to turn on the power.

The status indicator lights and the power turns on. ≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will

appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. (l 29)

To turn off the power

Set the mode dial to OFF. ≥ The status indicator goes off and the power turns off.

OFF

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Video recording mode (l 33)

Video playback mode (l 50)

Picture recording mode (l 35)

Picture playback mode (l 53)

To start recording immediately

Use the following steps to make the unit recognise the disc.

1) Insert a disc.

2) Turn on the power.

3) After “READING DISC...” disappears from the screen, turn off the power.

You can start recording immediately when you turn on the power again. ≥ Set the date and time to use this function.

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

When the mode dial is set to or , the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.

∫ To t ur n on

Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

The status indicator lights.

∫ To t ur n off

Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.

The status indicator goes off.

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

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Setup

Using the menu screen

1 Press the MENU button.

The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial.

2 Select the desired top menu, then

move the joystick right or press the joystick.

3 Select the submenu item, then

move the joystick right or press the joystick.

4 Select the desired setting, then

press the joystick to enter the selection.

To get back to the previous screen

Move the joystick left.

To exit the menu screen

Press the MENU button.

≥ Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is

displayed.

≥ The menu screen does not appear during

recording or playing. You cannot start other operations while the menu screen is displayed.

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Language selection

You can select the language displayed on the screen.

1 Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the joystick.

2 Select [English] and press the joystick.

Menu list

Motion picture recording menus

∫ [BASIC]

[SCENE MODE] (l 46) [GUIDE LINES] (l 44) [REC MODE] (l 34) [REC ASPECT] (l 44) [CLOCK SET] (l 29)

∫ [ADVANCED]

[D.ZOOM] (l 38) [FADE COLOUR] (l 42) [WIND CUT] (l 44) [ZOOM MIC] (l 38) [AUTO SLW SHTR] (l 44)

∫ [DISC SETUP]

[FORMAT DISC] (l 67) [INFORMATION] (l 66)

∫ [SETUP]

[DISPLAY]

≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON]

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

[OFF] [ON]

;

15.11. 2008

[DATE/TIME] (l 29) [DATE FORMAT] (l 29)

R 30min

AUTO

15.11. 2008

0h00m00s

;

[POWER SAVE]

≥ [OFF] ≥ [5 MINUTES]

[OFF]:

The power saving function is not activated.

[5 MINUTES]:

When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. To use this unit, turn it on again. ≥ When using the AC adaptor, connecting the

unit to a PC or a printer via the USB cable, the power saving function will not activate.

[BEEP SOUND]

≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON]

This allows operations such as starting and ending recording to be signaled by a beep.

1 Beep

When you start recording When you turn on the power When this unit is recognised by the PC 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 88)

[LCD SET] (l 30) [EVF SET] (l 30)

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[INITIAL SET]

≥ [YES] ≥ [NO]

When there is a menu that cannot be selected due to another function or mode being activated, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. (The language setting cannot be changed back to the default condition.)

[DEMO MODE]

≥ [OFF] ≥ [ON]

This 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, set this to [OFF]. For normal use, set this function to [OFF].

∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)

Motion picture playback menus

∫ [EDIT SCENE]

[DIVIDE] (l 57) [COMBINE] (l 58) [DELETE] (l 55)

(In playlist playback mode)

∫ [EDIT]

[ADD] (l 60) [MOVE] (l 61) [DIVIDE] (l 61) [COMBINE] (l 61) [DELETE] (l 55, 60)

∫ [DISC SETUP]

[FINALIZE] (l 64) [UN-FINALIZE] (l 65) [DISC PROTECT] (l 66) [FORMAT DISC] (l 67) [INFORMATION] (l 66)

∫ [SETUP]

[RESUME PLAY] (l 52) [TV ASPECT] (l 68) For other items, refer to the motion picture recording menus.

∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)

Still picture recording menus

∫ [BASIC]

[SCENE MODE] (l 46) [GUIDE LINES] (l 44) [PICTURE SIZE] (l 36) [PICT.QUALITY] (l 36) [CLOCK SET] (l 29)

∫ [ADVANCED]

[SHTR EFFECT] (l 36) [AUTO SLW SHTR] (l 44)

∫ [SETUP]

[FORMAT CARD] (l 67) For other items, refer to the motion picture recording menus.

∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)

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Still picture playback menus

∫ [PHOTO SETUP]

[LOCK SET] (l 62) [DPOF SET] (l 63) [DELETE] (l 55)

∫ [SETUP]

[FORMAT CARD] (l 67) [TV ASPECT] (l 68) For other items, refer to the motion picture recording menus.

∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 27)

Setup

Setting date and time

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 press the joystick. Perform steps 2 and 3 below to set the date and time.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[BASIC] # [CLOCK SET] # [YES]

2 Select the date or time to be set,

then set the desired value with the joystick.

≥ 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.

≥ The clock function starts at [00] seconds when

the joystick is pressed.

∫ Changing the date and time display mode Select the menu. (l 26)

[SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] # desired display style

[DATE] [D/T]

15.11.2008 15.11.2008 12:34

[OFF]

∫ Changing the date format Select the menu. (l 26) [SETUP] # [DATE FORMAT] # desired display style

Display style Screen display

[Y/M/D] 2008.11.15

[M/D/Y] 11.15.2008

[D/M/Y] 15.11.2008

4 Press the MENU button to finish

the setting.

≥ Check the date and time displayed.

≥ The date and time function are driven by a

built-in lithium battery.

≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in

lithium battery needs to be charged. Use the following steps to charge the battery. Complete the following steps to charge the battery and then set the date and time.

To recharge the built-in lithium battery

Connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery to the unit, and the built-in lithium battery will be recharged. Leave the unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will save the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the mode dial is set to OFF, the battery is still being recharged.)

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Setup

≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

Adjusting LCD monitor/ viewfinder

Adjusting the brightness and colour level

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[SETUP] # [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] # [YES]

2 Select the item and then adjust

the settings with the joystick.

∫ [LCD SET] [BRIGHTNESS]:

Brightness of the LCD monitor

[COLOUR]:

Colour level of the LCD monitor

∫ [EVF SET] ≥ To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder,

extend the viewfinder and close the LCD monitor to activate the viewfinder.

[BRIGHTNESS]:

Brightness of the viewfinder

Adjusting the viewfinder field of view

0h00m00s

Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece corrector knob.

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