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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Preparation

Recording

Playback

With a PC

Others

32 Recording (Basic)

40 Recording (Advanced)

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Recording (Basic)

Basic camera positioning

Before recording

1 Hold the camera with both hands.

Put your hand through the grip belt. Do not cover the microphones or sensor with your hands.

∫ About auto mode

Press the AUTO button, colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically. (The auto mode icon [ ] appears.)

jAuto white balance (l 100) jAuto focusing (l 100)

Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for optimum brightness. (When set to the video recording mode: The

AUTO

2 Keep your arms near your body. 3 Separate your legs for better balance.

≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with

the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.

≥ When recording, make sure your footing is

stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or an object.

shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum of 1/

250.) ≥ Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted

automatically depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust these settings. (l 45)

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Recording

0h00m10s

R 30min

(Basic)

Recording motion pictures

≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

1 Rotate the mode dial to select

and open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

2 Press the recording start/stop

button to start recording.

To end the recording

Press the recording start/stop button again. ≥ [¥] 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 have passed without

any operation in recording pause, this unit automatically turns off to save battery life. To use this unit, turn it on again. This power save feature can also be set to [OFF]. (l 27, [POWER SAVE])

∫ Screen indications

R 30min

A Recording mode B Remaining time left for recording

When the remaining time is less than 1 minute, [R 0min] flashes red.

C Recording time elapsed

Each time the unit enters the recording pause mode, the counter display will be reset to “0h00m00s”.

≥ Maximum number of scenes on one side of a

disc: 999 Maximum number of dates on one side of a disc: 99 (In some cases, scenes shot on the same day will be recorded with different dates (l 52)) When either of them reaches to the maximum limit, more scenes cannot be recorded.

≥ While motion picture recording is in progress,

the recording will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

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≥ While motion picture recording is in progress,

do not disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the battery. If you do, a repair disc message may be displayed when the power is turned back on. (l 89, About recovery)

While “WRITING CONTROL DATA TO DISC. DO NOT SHAKE THE UNIT.” is displayed, or while the ACCESS DISC/PC lamp lights, the disc is rotating and disc information is being recorded. If you shake the unit, the recorded images may be distorted, so do not strongly shake or strike the camera. Also, do not disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the battery as doing so may make the disc unusable.

Recording modes and recordable time

To change the picture quality of the motion picture

Select the menu. (l 26)

[BASIC] # [REC MODE] # desired setting

∫ Approximate recordable time for one side

of a disc

Recording

mode

(High quality)

(Normal)

(Long play)

≥ This unit records in VBR (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 recording with a lot movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced.

Disc type

DVD-RAM DVD-R DL

18 min 35 min

37 min 69 min

75 min 138 min

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≥ Mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a

playback image in the following cases. jWhen there is a complicated pattern in the

background

jWhen the unit is moved too fast jWhen a subject with sharp movements has

been recorded (Particularly if it has been recorded in [LP] mode.)

Recording

R 100

(Basic)

≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on.

Recording still pictures on an SD card

(SD)

1 Rotate the mode dial to select

and open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

2 Press the recording start/stop

button.

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

≥ About the number of recordable still pictures

on an SD card (l 104)

∫ Screen indications

R 100

0.2

A Remaining number of still pictures

Flashes in red when [R 0] appears.

B Size of still pictures C Quality of still pictures

∫ 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.

≥ When recording still pictures, hold the unit

firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the unit.

≥ You can record stable pictures without shaking

by using a tripod.

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Recording with a shutter sound effect

Select the menu. (l 26)

[ADVANCED] # [SHTR EFFECT] # [ON]

Number of pixels and picture quality

∫ [PICTURE SIZE] Select the menu. (l 26)

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

[BASIC] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting

Icon Aspect Number of pixels

0.3

0.2

≥ Default [PICTURE SIZE] is set to [ ]. The

sides of pictures recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing. Check before printing.

4:3 640k480

16:9 640k360

0.2

∫ [PICT.QUALITY] Select the menu. (l 26)

[BASIC] # [PICT.QUALITY] # desired setting

: 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.

≥ If the [PICT.QUALITY] is set to [ ], mosaic-

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

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Recording (Basic)

Recording functions

Zoom in/out function

You can zoom in up to 42k optically.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD)

424242

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or

Move the zoom lever.

T side:

Close-up recording (zoom in)

W side:

Wide-angle recording (zoom out)

≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the

range over which the zoom lever is moved.

≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during

zoom operation, the operation sound may be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.

≥ When distant subjects are brought closer, they

are focused at about 1.3 m or more.

≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit

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

≥ When the zoom speed is high, the subject may

not be focused easily.

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Digital zoom function

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

If the zoom magnification exceeds 42k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The maximum magnification provided by the digital zoom can be selected.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Select the menu. (l 26)

[ADVANCED] # [D.ZOOM] # desired setting

[OFF]:

Optical zoom only (Up to 42k)

[70x]:

Up to 70k

[2000x]:

Up to 2000k

≥ If [70x] or [2000x] is selected, the digital zoom

range is displayed in blue while zooming.

≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the

more the image quality is degraded.

≥ This function cannot be used in picture

recording mode.

To use the zoom microphone function

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a teleshot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly.

Recording yourself

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

If the viewfinder is extended, the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously light. ≥ The image is horizontally flipped as if you see

a mirror image. (However the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.)

≥ When the recording aspect is 16:9, the image

displayed on the viewfinder screen is squeezed horizontally, but this is normal and not a sign of any malfunction.

≥ 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 88)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Select the menu. (l 26)

[ADVANCED] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON]

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Image stabilizer function

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD)

Reduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or

Press the O.I.S. button.

O.I. S.

The image stabilizer icon [ ] appears.

To cancel the image stabilizer function

Press the O.I.S. button again.

≥ The default setting is on. ≥ In the following cases, the image stabilizer

function may not work effectively.

jWhen the digital zoom is used jWhen the unit is shaken greatly jWhen you record a moving subject while

tracking it

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Recording

1/2

(Advanced)

Set the recording functions by selecting the operation icons to add different effects to the recorded images.

Recording functions of operation icons

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or

1 Press the joystick, and icons will

be displayed on the screen.

1/2

1/2 NEXT

≥ The indication changes each time the joystick

is moved down.

≥ The indication disappears when the centre of

the joystick is pressed again.

2 Select an icon with the joystick.

1/2

1/2 NEXT

To cancel the function

Select the icon again.

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Operation icons

1/2

2/2

1/2

2/2

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

timer

Video recording mode

Backlight

Fade Help mode

compensation

1/2

1/2 NEXT

1/2

1/2 NEXT

1/2

1/2 NEXT

1/2

1/2 NEXT

Colour night view Soft skin mode

2/2

2/2 NEXT

2/2

2/2 NEXT

2/2

2/2 NEXT

≥ The shaded operation icons are not displayed while recording.

≥ If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation and the Colour night

view functions are cancelled.

≥ If you turn off the power, the fade function is cancelled.

Picture recording mode

Backlight

compensation

Ø Self-timer Help mode

1/2

1/2 NEXT

1/2

1/2 NEXT

1/2

1/2 NEXT

Soft skin mode

2/2

2/2 NEXT

2/2

2/2 NEXT

≥ If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation function is cancelled. ≥ If you turn off the power, the self-timer function is cancelled.

1/2

1/2 NEXT

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Backlight

compensation

Fade

Function Effect

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(SD)

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a backlit subject.

When you start recording, the image/audio gradually appears. (Fade in) When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually disappears. (Fade out)

≥ After the image/audio completely disappears,

the recording stops and the fade setting is cancelled.

∫ To select the colour for fade in/out Select the menu. (l 26)

[ADVANCED] # [FADE COLOUR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK]

Help mode

Colour night view

Soft skin mode

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(SD)

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(SD)

This explains the recording functions. (Only for icons that can be selected in auto mode)

Select the desired icon with the joystick to display an explanation on the screen.

To exit the help mode

Press the MENU button or select [EXIT].

This allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background.

≥ Minimum required illumination: approx. 2 lx ≥ Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record

images free from vibration.

≥ If it is difficult to focus, adjust the focus

manually. (l 46)

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

This is more effective if you record a person closely from the torso up.

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Function Effect

Ø Self-timer

(SD)

Fade:

≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade

in become black (or white).

Help mode:

≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot

be set.

≥ When the help mode is used, motion pictures

and still pictures cannot be recorded.

Colour night view:

≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were

missed.

≥ The Colour night view function makes the

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

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

washed out for a while.

Soft skin mode:

≥ 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.

≥ You may not be able to see the face clearly

when recording a distant person. In this case, cancel soft skin mode or zoom in on the face.

This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Use this function to include yourself in the picture.

Press the recording start/stop button, the [Ø] indication blinks for about 10 seconds and then the still picture is recorded.

≥ After recording, the self-timer is cancelled.

To stop the timer midway through

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

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Recording (Advanced)

Recording functions of menus

Menus

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

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

Function Effect/Setting method

Guideline function

Aspect ratio

Wind noise reduction function

Auto slow shutter mode

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(SD)

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(RAM)

(-RW‹VR›)

(-RW‹V›)

(-R)

(-R]DL)

(SD)

You can check if the image is level while recording by using the guidelines displayed on the screen.

Select the menu. (l 26)

[BASIC] # [GUIDE LINES] # [ON]

≥ To cancel the function, select [OFF].

This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3).

Select the menu. (l 26)

[BASIC] # [REC ASPECT] # [16:9] or [4:3]

≥ The default setting is [16:9].

This reduces the winding noise picked up by the microphone.

Select the menu. (l 26)

[ADVANCED] # [WIND CUT] # [ON]

≥ The default setting is [ON]. ≥ To cancel the function, select [OFF].

You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing the shutter speed.

Select the menu. (l 26)

[ADVANCED] # [AUTO SLW SHTR] # [ON]

≥ The default setting is [ON]. ≥ To cancel the function, select [OFF].

Guideline function:

≥ The guidelines do not appear on the images

actually recorded.

≥ The guidelines are not displayed while rotating

the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself.

Wind noise reduction function:

≥ The wind noise reduction depends on the wind

strength. (If this function is activated in strong winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When

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the wind weakens, the stereo effect will be restored.)

Auto slow shutter mode:

≥ When the auto slow shutter mode is selected,

the slowest shutter speed changes from 1/50 to 1/25.

≥ When the shutter speed becomes 1/25, the

screen display may be seen as if frames are missed and afterimages may appear.

≥ If the scene is low in brightness or contrast, the

subject may not be focused in on.

Recording

4/4

3/3

4/4

(Advanced)

MNL

Manual recording functions

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD)

MANUAL

AF/MF

Each time you press the MANUAL AF/MF button:

1 Manual mode

The icon shown in the illustration appears.

White balance

Aperture adjustment

3/3

3/3 NEXT

2 Manual focus mode

The manual focus indication [MF] and the icon shown in the illustration appear.

Shutter speed

Manual focus adjustment

4/4

4/4 NEXT

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

Press the MANUAL AF/MF button.

4/4

4/4 NEXT

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Scene mode

4/4

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

1 Select the manual mode. (l 45)

2 Select the menu. (l 26)

[BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting

Icon Mode/Recording conditions

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

≥ If you record a subject illuminated with bright

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

subject may become washed out and the periphery extremely darkened.

Surf & snow mode

≥ If the subject is extremely bright, the recorded

image may become washed out.

Manual focus adjustment

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

1 Select the manual focus mode.

(l 45)

2 Bring the subject into focus with

the joystick.

To cancel the scene mode function

Set [SCENE MODE] to [OFF]. ≥ You can also cancel the scene mode function

by pressing the AUTO button.

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.

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MNL

4/4

4/4 NEXT

To restore to the automatic adjustment

Press the MANUAL AF/MF button again. ≥ You can also restore the auto focusing by

pressing the AUTO button.

White balance

3/3

BACK

To set the white balance manually

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.

1 Select the manual mode. (l 45)

2 Select [ ] with the joystick.

MNL

3/3

3/3 NEXT

3 Select the white balance mode

with the joystick.

MNL

BACK

Icon Mode/Recording conditions

Auto white balance adjustment

AWB

Indoor mode (for recording under incandescent lamps)

Incandescent lights, halogen lamps

Outdoor mode

Outdoors under a clear sky

Manual adjustment mode

≥ Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium

lamps, some 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 pressing the AUTO button.

AWB

1 Select [ ] with the joystick, and

fill the screen with a white subject.

MNL

BACK

2 Select [ ] with the joystick.

MNL

BACK

When the [ ] display stops flashing, the setting is complete. ≥ If the [ ] display continues flashing, the white

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

∫ 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 unit is turned on with the lens cover

closed, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the unit on after opening the lens cover.

≥ When the [ ] display flashes, the manual

white balance previously adjusted is stored.

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Whenever recording conditions change, re-set

3/3

OPEN

100

BACK

the white balance for correct adjustment.

≥ When setting both the white balance and the

iris/gain, set the white balance first.

Manual shutter speed/ aperture adjustment

Shutter Speed:

Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.

Aperture:

Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.

1 Select the manual mode. (l 45)

2 Select [ ] or [ ] with the

joystick.

MNL

To restore to automatic adjustment

Press the AUTO button.

≥ When setting both the shutter speed and the

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

∫ 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

noise on the screen may increase.

≥ 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.

≥ 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].

3/3

3/3 NEXT

3 Adjust the settings with the

joystick.

MNL

100

1/100

OPEN

BACK

A Shutter speed:

1/25 to 1/8000

1/25 to 1/500

≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster. ≥ If [AUTO SLW SHTR] is set to [OFF], the

slowest shutter speed is 1/50.

B Iris/Gain value:

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

≥ Value closer to [CLOSE] darkens the image. ≥ Value closer to [18dB] brightens the image. ≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter than

[OPEN], it changes to the gain value.

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∫ 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.

Preparation

Recording

Playback

With a PC

Others

50 Playback

55 Editing

64 Disc and SD card management

68 With other products

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Playback

Motion picture playback

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

1/;: Playback/Pause :: Skip playback (backward) 9: Skip playback (forward) ∫: Stops the playback and

shows the thumbnails.

1 Rotate the mode dial to select .

2 Select the scene to be played

back, then press the joystick.

A Scene number (Page number: When

[ ]/[ ] is selected.) The selected scene is played back, and the operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen.

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3 Select the playback operation

with the joystick.

Selecting pages

≥ Select [ ]/[ ] and then press

the joystick.

≥ If you move and hold the joystick left or

right, you can fast forward or fast rewind the pages. The screen will not change at this time, but the scene or page numbers will change. Release the joystick when you have arrived at the page with the scene you want to display.

≥ Sound will be heard only during normal

playback.

≥ When the amount of time recorded on the

scene is too short, playback may not be possible.

≥ When a scene is displayed as [ ] on the

thumbnail display, playback is not possible.

≥ When set to the video playback mode, the

power will not turn off even when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed and retracted.

≥ When playing back a motion picture recorded

with other products on this unit or playing back a motion picture recorded with this unit on other products, the picture quality may deteriorate and it may be unplayable. (The message “CANNOT PLAY.” appears.)

≥ The time displayed may be different from the

recording time and it may take time to display the thumbnail display when playing back motion pictures recorded on another product.

≥ The recording time may not display on the

screen during playback of scenes recorded on other products.

To change the playback speed

∫ Slow-motion playback

1 Pause the playback.

2 Move and hold the joystick left or

right.

∫ Frame-by-frame playback

1 Pause the playback.

2 Move the joystick left or right.

≥ Normal playback is restored when you move

the joystick up.

∫ Fast forward/rewind playback Move and hold the joystick left or

right during playback until fast forward/rewind starts.

≥ Move the joystick again to increase the speed.

To adjust the speaker volume during playback

Move the volume lever.

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

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Resuming the previous playback

Select the menu. (l 26)

[SETUP] # [RESUME PLAY] # [ON]

If playback of a motion picture is stopped, [R] appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped scene.

To cancel the resume function

Set [RESUME PLAY] to [OFF].

≥ The resume position memorised is cleared if

you open the disc cover or edit the scenes, etc.

≥ Even if scenes are recorded on the same day,

they are grouped separately in the following cases. jWhen the number of scenes exceeds 99

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

jWhen the disc is removed

(-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

jWhen the [REC ASPECT] setting is changed

(-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

jWhen the disc is repaired

(-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

jWhen the layers switch (-R]DL)

Playing back a playlist

Playing back motion pictures by date

Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession.

1 Select (BY DATE), then press

the joystick.

2 Select the playback date, then

press the joystick.

3 Select the scene to be played

back, then press the joystick.

To select a different date

Select (BY DATE), then press the joystick.

To return to the screen showing all scenes

Select (VIEW ALL), then press the joystick.

Creating a new playlist (l 59)

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

1 Select (PLAYLIST), then press

the joystick.

2 Select the playlist to be played

back, then press the joystick.

3 Select the scene to start

playback, then press the joystick.

To select a different playlist

Select (PLAYLIST), then press the joystick.

To return to the screen showing the original scenes

Select (VIEW ALL), then press the joystick.

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Playback

Still picture playback

(SD)

1/;: Slide show start/pause. 2;: Plays back the previous

picture.

;1: Plays back the next picture. ∫: Stops the playback and

shows the thumbnails.

1 Rotate the mode dial to select .

2 Select the file to be played back,

then press the joystick.

A File number (Page number: When [ ]/

[ ] is selected.) ≥ The method for selecting pages is the same as

for motion picture playback. The selected file is played back, and the operation icon is automatically displayed on the screen.

3 Select the playback operation

with the joystick.

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∫ 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 a non-standard 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.

≥ While this unit accesses the SD card (the

ACCESS CARD lamp is lit), do not remove the

SD card. ≥ Do not operate the mode dial during the slide

show. ≥ It takes time to display the file, and how long it

will take depends on the number of pixels of

the file. ≥ When a file is displayed as [ ] on the

thumbnail display, playback is not possible. ≥ The time displayed may be different from the

recording time and it may take time to display

the thumbnail display when playing back still

pictures recorded on another product. ≥ When set to the picture playback mode, the

power will not turn off even when the LCD

monitor and the viewfinder are closed and

retracted.

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Editing

Deleting scenes/files

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (SD)

Important: The deleted scenes/files cannot be restored.

≥ Scenes on DVD-RW discs in Video format and DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs cannot be deleted.

¬Deleting motion picture scenes:

Rotate the mode dial to select .

Deleting still picture files:

Rotate the mode dial to select .

≥ To delete an unwanted part of a scene, divide the scene first, and then delete the unnecessary part.

(l 57)

Deleting scenes/files one at a time

1 Press the button during

playback.

2 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

Deleting multiple scenes/ files

1 Press the button in the

thumbnail display.

2 Select [SELECT] or [ALL] and

press the joystick.

≥ When [ALL] is selected, the following scenes/

files will be deleted. Proceed to step 5. jAll the scenes on the disc (When a date is

selected, all scenes on the selected date)

jAll the files on the SD card except the locked

files

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

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

The selected scene/file is encircled by a red frame. ≥ To unselect the scene/file, press the joystick

again. ≥ Up to 50 scenes/files can be selected to be

deleted.

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

Press the button.

5 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

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

To continue deleting other scenes/files

Repeat steps 3 to 5.

∫ Notes for deleting scenes/files ≥ Do not turn off this unit while deleting. ≥ When you delete scenes/files, use a battery

with sufficient battery power or use the AC adaptor.

≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that

have been divided to approximately 1 second or less. Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.

≥ 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.

≥ When 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.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

≥ You can also delete scenes/files by the menu.

Select [EDIT SCENE] or [PHOTO SETUP] #

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

there are many scenes/files.

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Editing

Editing scenes

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Function Operating method

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

Dividing a scene

This is for dividing a scene into two. To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary portion.

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [YES]

2 Select the scene to be divided, then press the

joystick.

3 When you reach the area where you want to divide the scene

Select [ ] with the joystick.

≥ Move the joystick left or right to fast forward/rewind playback. ≥ 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 51)

4 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

To continue dividing other scenes

Repeat steps 2 to 4.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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Function Operating method

Combining scenes

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

≥ 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 59, 61)

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[EDIT SCENE] # [COMBINE] # [YES]

2 Select the first scene of the two consecutive

scenes to be combined, then press the joystick.

3 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

To continue combining other scenes

Repeat steps 2 to 3.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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Editing

Using playlists

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

You can create a playlist by gathering your favourite recorded scenes. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, playlists consume a very small amount of disc space. ≥ When you create or delete playlists, the original scenes will not be modified. Editing scenes on a

playlist will not affect the original scenes.

A Recorded scenes B Playlist

≥ The maximum number of playlists on one side of a disc: 99

The maximum number of playlist scenes on one side of a disc: 999 ≥ If original scenes are deleted, the portion of playlists created with these scenes is also deleted.

Creating a new playlist

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Select (PLAYLIST), then press

the joystick.

2 Select [CREATE], then press the

joystick.

3 Select the scene to be added to

the playlist, then press the joystick.

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The selected scene is encircled by a red frame.

≥ To unselect the scene, press the joystick again. ≥ Up to 50 scenes can be selected and added. ≥ The scenes are registered in the playlist in the

order that they were selected.

4 Press the MENU button.

5 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

Editing a playlist

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

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Select (PLAYLIST), then press

the joystick.

Function Operating method

Deleting scenes

The method for deleting playlist scenes is the same as for “Deleting scenes/files”. (l 55)

≥ If you delete scenes on a playlist, it will not affect the original

scenes.

≥ When [ALL] is selected, the selected playlist will be deleted. ≥ You can also delete playlist scenes by the menu. Select

[EDIT] # [DELETE].

≥ 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.

2 Select the playlist to be edited,

then press the joystick.

Adding scenes to playlist

Scenes can be added to the created playlist.

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Select the menu. (l 26) [EDIT] # [ADD] # [YES]

The following steps are the same as step 3 to 5 in “Creating a new playlist”. (l 59)

Function Operating method

Moving scenes within a playlist

It is possible to change the sequence of scenes in the playlist by moving them to another position.

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[EDIT] # [MOVE] # [YES]

2 Select the scene to be moved, then press

the joystick.

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

3 Select the position to insert the scene, then

press the joystick.

To continue moving other scenes in the playlist

Repeat steps 2 to 3.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

Dividing a scene

This is for dividing a scene into two.

Combining scenes

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

Select the menu. (l 26) [EDIT] # [DIVIDE] # [YES]

The following steps are the same as step 2 to 4 in “Dividing a scene” for “Editing scenes”. (l 57)

Select the menu. (l 26) [EDIT] # [COMBINE] # [YES]

The following steps are the same as step 2 to 3 in “Combining scenes” for “Editing scenes”. (l 58)

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Editing

Editing still pictures

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Function Operating method

(SD)

Locking still pictures

This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. (However even if you lock some files on an SD card, formatting the card will delete all the files.)

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[PHOTO SETUP] # [LOCK SET] # [YES]

2 Select the file to be protected, then press

the joystick.

[ ] appears and the selected file is locked.

≥ Press the joystick again to release the lock setting. ≥ You can also select multiple files in succession.

To complete the settings

Press the MENU button.

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Function Operating method

DPOF setting

This is for writing the print data on selected still pictures.

∫ What is DPOF?

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera to define which captured images on the SD card are to be printed, together with information on the number of copies they wish to print. (Please note: Not all commercial printing services support this feature at this time.)

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[PHOTO SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [SET]

2 Select the file to be set, then press the

joystick.

3 Select the number of prints, then press

the joystick.

≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints to [0]. ≥ You can also select multiple files in succession.

To complete the settings

Press the MENU button.

To cancel all DPOF settings

Select [PHOTO SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [CANCEL ALL].

≥ The DPOF setting can be established for up to 999 files. ≥ DPOF setting made on other devices may not be

recognised 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 SD card management

Allows discs to be played on other devices.

If you insert a DVD-RW or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc recorded in this unit (that has not been finalized) into another device such as DVD recorder, PC, etc., the disc may become unusable. Be sure to finalize the disc on this unit before inserting it in other devices.

DVD-RAM:

≥ It is not necessary to finalize DVD-RAM disc.

DVD-RW (VR format):

≥ After finalization, DVD-RW (VR format) discs can be recorded and edited in the same way as

DVD-RW (VR format) discs before finalization.

≥ After finalizing a DVD-RW (VR format) disc once, it will not be finalized again. (Even if you record

or edit a DVD-RW (VR format) disc, it is not necessary to finalize it again.)

DVD-RW (Video format), DVD-R, DVD-R DL:

≥ After finalizing, the disc becomes play only, and you can no longer record. ≥ When you un-finalize a DVD-RW (Video format) disc, the disc can be used for recording again.

(l 65)

Finalizing a disc

(-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Connect this unit to the AC

adaptor.

≥ Finalization cannot be executed when using a

battery. If the power supply stops while

finalizing, the finalization will fail and the data

may be damaged. Use the AC adaptor.

2 Select the menu. (l 26)

[DISC SETUP] # [FINALIZE] # [YES]

3 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

When finalizing a DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc, a top menu is created. ≥ 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. ≥ When using a double sided disc, finalize each

side.

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≥ The top menu created when finalizing does not

appear on this unit. It appears when the disc is played back on other devices.

≥ The time it takes to finalize a disc varies. The

shorter the recording content on the disc, the longer it will take to finalize the disc.

≥ Do not shake, bump or expose this unit to heat

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.

Un-finalizing a DVD-RW disc

(-RW‹V›)

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

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[DISC SETUP] # [UN-FINALIZE] # [YES]

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.

≥ Discs other than DVD-RW (Video format) discs

cannot be un-finalized. ≥ When you un-finalize the disc, use a battery

with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor.

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Disc and SD card management

Protecting a disc/disc information

Protecting a disc

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›)

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.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[DISC SETUP] # [DISC PROTECT]

2 When the confirmation message appears

Select [YES], then press the joystick.

To release disc protection

Select [DISC SETUP] # [DISC PROTECT] again.

≥ 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.

Displaying disc information

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

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 or

Select the menu. (l 26)

[DISC SETUP] # [INFORMATION] # [YES]

To exit the information screen

Press the MENU button.

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Disc and SD card management

Formatting a disc/an SD card

Formatting a disc

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›)

This is for initializing discs. 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 or

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[DISC SETUP] # [FORMAT DISC] # [YES]

≥ When formatting a DVD-RAM disc, skip to

step 3.

2 (When formatting a DVD-RW disc only)

Select format type (l 18), then press the joystick.

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.

≥ When using a double sided disc, format each

side. ≥ It may not be possible to format a disc that is

scratched or dirty. Such discs cannot be used.

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

sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor.

Formatting a DVD-RAM disc:

≥ We recommend formatting discs on this unit. If

formatting on a PC, use the supplied software.

For more details, refer to the operating

instructions of the software.

Formatting a DVD-RW disc:

≥ Format on this unit.

Formatting an SD card

(SD)

This is for initializing SD cards. Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Back up important data on a PC, etc.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or

1 Select the menu. (l 26)

[SETUP] # [FORMAT CARD] # [YES]

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.

≥ 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.

≥ Depending on the type of SD card being used,

it may take time to format.

≥ 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.

≥ Do not remove the SD card while formatting.

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With other products

Playback on TV

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL) (SD)

The motion pictures and still pictures 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.

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

1 Connect this unit and a TV.

2 Turn on this unit, then rotate the

mode dial to select or .

3 Start playback on this unit.

∫ If the image or audio from this unit does

not appear on the TV

≥ Check the connections. ≥ Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they

go.

≥ Check the TV’s input setting (input switch).

(For more information, please read the

operating instructions for the TV.)

∫ To watch images with a 16:9

aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3)

If the images are squeezed horizontally on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the menu setting to play back the pictures in the original aspect ratio. ≥ If the images are not displayed correctly on a

wide-screen TV, adjust the aspect setting on

the TV. (Refer to the operating instructions of

the TV for details.)

A AV cable (supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except

the supplied one.

≥ Select the video input on the TV that

this unit is connected to.

Select the menu. (l 26)

[SETUP] # [TV ASPECT] # [4:3]

Example of images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3)

[TV ASPECT] setting

[16:9] [4:3]

≥ This function’s default setting is [16:9]. ≥ Depending on the TV setting, the pictures may

not be displayed correctly. For more information, please read the operating instructions of your TV.

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With other products

With a DVD recorder/player

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

≥ Do not insert a DVD-RW or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc recorded in this unit (that has not been

finalized) into another device such as DVD recorder, DVD player, PC, etc. as the disc may

become unusable. ≥ If you insert a DVD-RW disc recorded in this unit (that has not been finalized) into another

device such as DVD recorder, PC, etc., a format message may appear. Do not format the disc

as all the important data recorded on the disc will be erased and cannot be recovered.

Dubbing recordings onto a DVD recorder’s 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 cable and then dub

(l 70)

Finalize the disc on this unit. (l 64)

recorder, then dub the contents onto the hard disk.

Playback on DVD recorder, DVD player, PC etc.

≥ When playing back a disc on a DVD recorder/

player, place the device so that the disc lies

flat.

1 For a DVD-RW or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc

Finalize the disc on this unit. (l 64)

2 Insert the disc in the playback

device and then play it back.

≥ Playback is only possible on devices that

support 8 cm DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (VR

format), or DVD-R DL discs. Refer to the

operating instructions of the playback device.

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-R]DL) ≥ Playback is possible on devices that support

8 cm DVD-Video, but playback on all DVD

players is not guaranteed. (-RW‹V›) (-R)

the disc.

1 For a DVD-RW or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc

2 Insert the disc in the DVD

≥ For details, refer to the operating instructions

of the DVD recorder.

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

can copy the still pictures recorded on the SD card to a disc or the hard drive.

≥ If you dub images recorded on a DVD-RW

(Video format) or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc, the title name of the images after dubbing becomes the date they were dubbed.

If you dub images directly from the disc or with the AV cable and then play them back on a wide-screen TV, they may be squeezed horizontally. In this case, refer to the operating instructions of the device you are dubbing to or read the operating instructions of the widescreen TV and set the aspect setting to 16:9 (Full).

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With other products

Dubbing images onto a VCR

(RAM) (-RW‹VR›) (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL)

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

A AV cable (supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go. ≥ Do not use any other AV cables except

the supplied one.

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

≥ Select the video input on the video

device and TV that this unit and the video device are connected to.

1 Connect this unit and a video device.

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

3 Start playback on this unit.

Then start recording on the connected device.

To stop dubbing

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

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With other products

With a printer (PictBridge)

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

A USB cable (supplied) ≥ Insert the USB connectors as far as

they will go.

≥ Do not use any other USB connection

cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)

(SD)

¬Connect this unit to the AC adaptor

and turn on the unit.

1 Connect this unit and a printer.

2 Select [PictBridge] and press the

joystick.

The [ ] indication appears on this unit’s screen.

3 Select a file to be printed, then

press the joystick.

4 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 can be selected to be printed.

5 Press the MENU button to

display the PictBridge menus.

6 Select the date print setting on

[DATE PRINT], then press the joystick.

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

setting is unavailable.

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7 Select the paper size setting on

[PAPER SIZE], then press the joystick.

[STANDARD]:

Size specific to the printer

[4x5 INCH]:

L size

[5x7 INCH]:

2L size

[4x6 INCH]:

Postcard size

[A4]:

A4 size ≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on

the printer.

8 Select the layout setting on

[PAGE LAYOUT], then press the joystick.

[STANDARD]:

Layout specific to the printer

[]:

No frame print

[]:

Frame print ≥ You cannot set page layouts not supported on

the printer.

≥ The sides of pictures recorded in [ ] mode

may be cut off. Check before printing (print preview). When using a printer with a trimming or borderless printing function, cancel this function before printing. (Refer to the operating instructions of the printer for details.)

≥ 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.

0.2

9 Select [PRINT] # [YES] and press

the joystick.

≥ Exit PictBridge by disconnecting the USB cable

after the pictures have been printed.

When you want to 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.

jDisconnecting the USB cable

jRemoving the SD card

jSwitching the mode dial

jTurning off the power ≥ Check the settings for the paper size, quality of

print, etc. on the printer.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

With a PC

Others

74 Before using

78 Setup

83 Using software

84 Using a Macintosh

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Before using

What you can do with a PC

When you have installed VideoCam Suite from the supplied CD-ROM and connected your PC to the unit, you can perform the operations described below.

B C

A Play back images recorded by this unit on a PC. B Copy images recorded by this unit onto the PC hard disk.

Select the desired images and create original DVD-Video discs.

C Edit (split, merge, or delete) images copied to a PC.

Create playlists.

≥ VideoCam Suite can handle images recorded with this unit or by using VideoCam Suite. Images

created with other video cameras, DVD recorders, software and commercial DVD-Videos are not

supported.

≥ We cannot guarantee proper operation of this unit if you use software other than that supplied.

∫ Adobe Reader

To view the installed operating instructions, Adobe Reader (Adobe Acrobat Reader) 5.0 or later is required. If the Adobe Reader (Adobe Acrobat Reader) is not already installed on your PC, you can install it from the CD-ROM. Click the desired language in [Setup Menu], and follow the on-screen messages to install. ≥ The following system requirements are necessary in order to install Adobe Reader from the supplied

CD-ROM.

jIntel Pentium III or equivalent processor

jMicrosoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Service Pack 2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2, or Microsoft Windows Vista

j128 MB of RAM (256 MB recommended for complex forms or large documents)

jMicrosoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or 7.0, Firefox 1.5 or 2.0, Mozilla 1.7, AOL 9 ≥ If the application cannot be installed under the system requirements listed above, execute Windows

Update and then attempt to install the application again.

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Before using

Operating environment

≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. ≥ When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB

hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. ≥ Use the supplied USB cable when connecting to the PC. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other

USB cables.)

∫ VideoCam Suite 1.0

Personal computer IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer

OS Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4

CPU Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or higher

RAM Windows Vista: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)

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

Free hard disk space DMA transfer effective at Ultra DMA/33 or more (Ultra DMA/100 or higher

Necessary software DirectX 9.0c or later

Disc drive A drive that supports recording on DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-RAM discs

Sound DirectSound support

Interface USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) is recommended]

Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

(Intel Pentium 4 1.8 GHz or higher recommended)

Windows XP/2000: 256 MB or more

Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more Video card supporting DirectX 9.0c (supports overlay of DirectDraw)

recommended) For installing the application: 150 MB or more When creating discs (DVD-Video):

5 GB or more for the work folder (10 GB or more in the case of dual layer discs)

≥ If compression setting is enabled, errors may occur during recording.

Please uncheck [Compress this drive and clear the disc area] in [Properties] on the hard disk drive.

≥ If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with

DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly. If you are unsure whether

or not your PC is compatible, contact the maker of your PC. Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 6.0 or later (required to display the operating instructions) ≥ For Windows Vista, use Adobe Reader 8.0 or later.

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≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some

personal computers cannot be used.

≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98/98SE,

Windows Me and Windows NT.

≥ Operation on an upgraded OS is not guaranteed. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on computers that are not PC/AT compatible. ≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment. ≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment. ≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition,

Windows Vista Business/Enterprise and 64 bit operation systems.

≥ Input is not supported in languages other than English, German, French, Italian, Spanish and

Simplified Chinese.

≥ DirectX 9.0c will be installed automatically during installation of the supplied software. ≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all DVD drives. ≥ DVD discs authored with this software are not guaranteed to play in all DVD players. ≥ Depending upon the environment of your PC, if it does not support Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), for

example, frame dropout may occur, the audio may be intermittent, or the software may run slowly when you play back recorded images.

≥ If your PC does not satisfy the above system requirements, an error may occur when writing data to

disc.

∫ SD card reader function (mass storage)

Personal computer IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer

OS Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4

CPU Windows Vista: Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher

RAM Windows Vista Home Basic:

Interface USB port

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

Windows XP/2000: Intel Pentium II 300 MHz or higher

512 MB or more

Windows Vista Home Premium:

1GB or more

Windows XP/2000: 32 MB or more (64 MB or more recommended)

≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS.

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End User License Agreement

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

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

Article 1 License Licensee is granted the right to use the software, including the information recorded or described on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any other media provided to Licensee (collectively “Software”), but all applicable rights to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the Software are not transferred to Licensee.

Article 2 Use by a Third Party Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or allow any third party, whether free of charge or not, to use, copy or modify the Software, except as expressly provided for in this Agreement.

Article 6 Limitation of Liability The Software is provided “AS-IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of noninfringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. Further, Matsushita does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Matsushita or any of its distributors or dealers will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.

Article 7 Export Control Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to any country the Software in any form without the appropriate export licenses under regulations of the country where Licensee resides, if necessary.

Article 8 Termination of License The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be automatically terminated if Licensee violates any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Upon such automatic termination, Licensee must destroy the Software and related documentation together with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s own expense.

Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software Licensee may make a single copy of the Software in whole or in part solely for back-up purposes.

Article 4 Computer Licensee may only use the Software on a single computer at a single location.

Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or Disassembly Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Software, except to the extent either of them is permitted under law or regulation of the country where Licensee resides. Matsushita, or its distributors or dealers will not be responsible for any defects in the Software or damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembly of the Software.

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Setup

Installation

When installing the software, log on to your PC as the Administrator (or with a user name with equivalent authorization) or with the user name for a standard user account. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close any other

software applications which are running.

≥ Do not perform any other operations on your

PC while the software is being installed.

For Windows Vista:

If [User Account Control] dialogue appears, click [Continue].

Installing VideoCam Suite

1 Insert the CD-ROM into the PC.

The [Setup Menu] screen will appear. ≥ If the [Setup Menu] screen does not appear,

double-click the CD-ROM drive icon in [My Computer (Computer)].

2 Click [VideoCam Suite 1.0].

5 Select [Yes] or [No] to create

shortcut.

6 Select the country or region

where you live, then click [Next].

≥ If the country or region cannot be selected,

select [PAL Area].

≥ When the confirmation message appears, click

[Yes].

7 Click [Install] to start the

installation process.

3 Click [Next].

4 Select where the application is to

be installed, then click [Next].

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8 When installation is complete, some notes

will appear

Check the contents, then close the window.

9 Select [Yes, I want to restart my

computer now.], then click [Finish].

∫ For Windows XP

1 Select [start] # [Control Panel]

# [Add or Remove Programs].

The PC must be rebooted for the application to work.

≥ Depending on the operating environment, you

may be required to install DirectX 9.0c. If so, click [Yes], and install it. If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly. If you are unsure whether or not your PC is compatible, contact the PC manufacturer.

Uninstalling the software

Follow the steps below to uninstall the software if it is no longer required.

∫ For Windows Vista

1 Select [Start] # [Control Panel]

# [Uninstall a program].

2 Select [VideoCam Suite 1.0], then

click [Remove].

∫ For Windows 2000

1 Select [Start] # [Settings] #

[Control Panel] # [Add/Remove Programs].

2 Select [VideoCam Suite 1.0], then

click [Change/Remove].

2 Select [VideoCam Suite 1.0], then

click [Uninstall].

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Setup

Connection and recognition

After the software is installed, the unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognised by the PC.

≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. ≥ Be sure to finalize DVD-RW (VR format), DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs

on this unit, before using them on the PC. Discs that have not been finalized will not be recognised by the PC.

A USB cable (supplied)

≥ Insert the USB connectors as far as

they will go.

≥ Do not use any other USB connection

cables except the supplied one. (Operation is not guaranteed with any other USB cables.)

¬Connect this unit to the AC adaptor.

1 Insert a disc or SD card with

recorded images in the unit, then turn on the unit.

2 Connect this unit and a PC.

The USB function selection screen will appear.

3 Select [PC CONNECT(DISC)] or

[PC CONNECT(CARD)] and press the joystick.

This unit is automatically detected by the PC.

≥ When the unit is connected to a PC, its

power cannot be turned off. Disconnect the USB cable before turning this unit off. (l 82)

≥ If the unit is connected to a PC when the USB

function is set to [PC CONNECT(DISC)], no image will appear on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.

≥ When this unit is connected to a PC, you

cannot use this unit’s DISC EJECT lever to remove a disc. Use Windows Explorer to right-

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click the drive icon for this unit and select [Eject].

≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or AC

adaptor while the access lamp is on or SD card access icon ( ) appears on the LCD monitor. Doing so may damage the data on the disc or SD card.

≥ The disc and SD card cannot be accessed

simultaneously.

≥ It may be necessary to reboot the PC after

connecting this unit to it for the first time.

About the PC display

When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognised as an external drive. ≥ Depending on the operating environment of the

PC, the shape of the drive icon and the drive name will differ. These illustrations are examples.

∫ When accessing the SD card

[Removable Disk] is displayed in [My Computer (Computer)].

Folder structure (SD):

∫ When accessing the disc

Optical disc drive is displayed in [My Computer (Computer)].

Folder structure* (RAM) (-RW‹VR›):

DVD_CAMERA

DVD_RTAV

A VR format motion pictures are stored. * This is not displayed in Windows 2000.

Folder structure (-RW‹V›) (-R) (-R]DL):

DVD_CAMERA

VIDEO_TS

B Video format motion pictures are stored.

Do not move or change the name of the folders and files recorded on this unit with Windows Explorer etc.

Removable Disk

DCIM

100CDPFP

MISC

C JPEG format still pictures (IMGA0001.JPG

etc.) are stored.

≥ Up to 999 files can be recorded in the

[100CDPFP] or other such folder.

D The DPOF setting files are stored.

∫ Copying still pictures on PC SD card reader function (mass storage)

When the unit is connected to a PC and the SD card can be used as an external drive, still pictures on the card can be copied to the PC with Windows Explorer or other programs.

1 Double click the folder that contains the

files on the removable disk ([100CDPFP] etc.).

2 Drag and drop the files onto the

destination folder (on the PC hard disk).

≥ Do not delete the SD card’s folders. Doing so

may make the SD card unusable in this unit.

≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards.

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To disconnect USB cable safely

1 Double click the ( ) icon in

task tray.

Hardware disconnect dialogue appears. ≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon

may not be displayed.

2 Select [USB Mass Storage

Device] and click [Stop].

3 Verify [MATSHITA DVD-RAM

CAM-DD4 USB Device] or [MATSHITA DVD CAM-SD USB Device] is selected and click [OK].

Click [Close], and you can safely disconnect the cable.

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Using software

Starting VideoCam Suite

For Windows Vista: ≥ When using VideoCam Suite, log on to your PC as Administrator (or with a login name equally

authorized) or with the user name for a standard user account. If you log on with a user name for a guest user account, the software cannot be used.

For Windows XP/2000: ≥ When using VideoCam Suite, log on to your PC as Administrator (or with a login name equally

authorized). If you log on with a login name other than Administrator, the software cannot be used.

Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [VideoCam Suite 1.0] # [VideoCam Suite].

Refer to the operating instructions of the software (PDF file) for details on how to use it.

≥ If the unit is connected to a PC when the USB function is set to [PC CONNECT(DISC)], this unit is

only capable of reading data. It is impossible to select this unit as the destination for outputting data when VideoCam Suite is used.

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

Reading the operating instructions of the software

≥ You will need Adobe Reader to read the PDF

operating instructions. (l 74)

Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [VideoCam Suite 1.0] # [Manual].

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Using a Macintosh

If using a Macintosh

∫ Operating environment for the SD card reader function (mass storage)

Personal computer Macintosh

OS Mac OS X v10.4

PowerPC G5 (1.8 GHz or higher)

CPU

RAM 64 MB or more

Interface USB port

≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some

personal computers cannot be used.

≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.

Intel Core Duo Intel Core Solo

∫ Copying still pictures on PC

1 Connect this unit to a PC via the

supplied USB cable.

≥ The USB function selection screen will appear.

2 Select [PC CONNECT(CARD)],

then press the joystick.

3 Double-click [NO NAME] icon

displayed on the desktop.

≥ Files are stored in [100CDPFP] folder etc. in

the [DCIM] folder.

4 Drag and drop the files onto the

destination folder (on the PC hard disk).

∫ To disconnect USB cable safely Drag [NO NAME] icon to the [Trash],

and then disconnect the USB cable.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

With a PC

Others

86 Indications

90 Helpful hints

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Indications

∫ Recording indications

Motion picture recording

R 30min

MNL

AWB

1/100 OPEN 0dB

15.11.2008 12:34

Still picture recording

0.2

R 100

MNL

AWB

1/100 OPEN 0dB

15.11.2008 12:34

R 30min Remaining time for recording

0h00m00s Elapsed recording time

15.11.2008 12:34

¥/; (Red) Recording/writing to a disc

; (Green) Recording pause (l 33)

16:9

AUTO

MNL

MF Manual focus (l 46)

2t Zoom magnification indication

ª Back light mode (l 42)

1/100 Shutter speed (l 48)

OPEN, F2.0 F number (l 48)

0dB Gain value (l 48)

0h00m00s

;

Remaining battery power (l 17)

Date/time indication (l 29)

(l 33)

Aspect ratio 16:9 (l 44)

Auto mode (l 32)

Manual mode (l 45)

(l 37)

Image stabilizer (l 39)

Soft skin mode (l 42)

, Fade (White), Fade (Black)

(l 42)

Colour night view function (l 42)

ZOOM

Zoom microphone (l 38)

Wind noise reduction (l 44)

, , Motion picture recording mode

XP SP LP

(l 34)

Scene mode (l 46)

Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode

White balance (l 47)

AWB

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

Disc type (l 18) DVD-RAM DVD-RW (VR format) DVD-RW (Video format) DVD-RW (unformatted) DVD-R DVD-R DL

Ø Self-Timer recording (l 43)

Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 36)

0.3

0.2

(White) (Green) (Red)

640k480 640k360

SD card can be recorded Recognising the SD card Recording/accessing the SD card

, Still picture quality (l 36)

R 100 Remaining number of still

pictures

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∫ Playback indications

Motion picture playback

Still picture playback

1 Playback (l 50)

; Pause (l 50)

5, / 6,

7/8 Last/first scene paused

9/: Skip playback (l 50)

D/E Slow-motion playback (l 51)

;1/2; Frame-by-frame playback

0h00m00s Motion picture playback time

, , Motion picture recording mode

XP SP LP

No.10 Scene number

R Resume playback (l 52)

100-0001 Still picture folder/file number

Fast forward/rewind (l 51)

(l 51)

Play mode (l 52) All scenes on the disc displayed Scenes recorded on the selected date displayed Scenes in the selected playlist displayed

(l 34)

Volume adjustment (l 51)

Contents that have been protected on another device Locked still pictures (l 62)

display

When a printer compatible with PictBridge is connected (l 71)

Accessing the SD card (When connected to a PC)

1 DPOF already set

(to more than 1) (l 63)

Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 36)

0.3

0.2

640k480 640k360

The picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other products that have different picture sizes from the sizes shown above.

∫ Confirmatory indications

–– (Time display)

° The warning/alarm indication

The built-in battery is low. (l 29)

appears when LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side. Return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the warning/alarm indication.

No disc is inserted.

Unusable disc

No SD card is inserted. Unusable card

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Indications

Messages

CAN NOT READ THIS DISC. PLEASE CHECK FOR SCRATCHES OR STAINS ON DISC.

The disc is scratched or dirty. Eject the disc and clean it. (l 20) If there are scratches on the disc, use a new disc.

INCOMPATIBLE DISC.

You inserted an incompatible disc (copy-protected discs, etc.).

PLEASE CHECK THE DISC.

You inserted a disc that cannot be read on this unit (a disc recorded in an incompatible data format etc.).

FOR BEST PERFORMANCE PANASONIC DISC IS RECOMMENDED.

You inserted a disc that does not meet the DVD standard for quality and performance so you may not be able to record normally. 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

CANNOT RECORD. (THIS DISC IS FINALIZED)

A finalized DVD-RW (Video format) or DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc has been inserted. After finalizing, the discs become play only and cannot record. If you un-finalize a DVD-RW (Video format) disc, it can be used for recording. (l 65)

(This website is in English only.)

FINALIZE THE DISC FOR PLAYBACK ON OTHER DEVICES.

CHECK CARD.

This card is not compatible or it cannot be recognised by the unit.

THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED.

Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 14) You are attempting to connect an AC adaptor not compatible with this unit. Use the supplied AC adaptor. (l 17) If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit (l 14), remove the battery and then insert it again. If the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair. Detach the power and consult the dealer who you purchased this unit from. Do not attempt to repair it by yourself.

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PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.

CHECK THE DISC AFTER PUSHING THE RESET SWITCH TO REPAIR IT.

An irregularity in the unit has been detected. Press the RESET button to restart the unit. (l 95)

EXIT THE MENU THEN CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE.

CANCEL NIGHT VIEW MODE

You are attempting to use a function that cannot be used simultaneously.

CANNOT SET.

With DVD-RW (Video format) and DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs, if the number of dates displayed when

(BY DATE) is selected is 99, you cannot change the aspect ratio from 16:9 to 4:3 and vice

versa.

DISCONNECT USB CABLE.

The unit cannot correctly establish the connection to the PC or printer. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable and then select the desired USB function again.

CANNOT OPERATE WHILE USB CONNECTED.

The unit’s power cannot be turned off when the unit is connected to the PC.

About recovery

It is possible that the system cannot complete writing of a file normally when, for example, power is turned off for some reason during recording or editing. If faulty management information is found when a disc is accessed, the following message may appear. Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.)

NOW REPAIRING DATA. DO NOT SHAKE THE UNIT.

≥ When you repair the disc, use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor. Even if the

power is turned off without repairing the disc, you can repair the disc when you turn the power on again.

≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data. ≥ Do not repair a disc that has been recorded on another device. This may cause the loss of data or the

disc.

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Helpful hints

Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions.

Functions that cannot be used simultaneously

Functions

Digital zoom ≥ In picture recording mode

Fade

Colour night view ≥ While recording to a disc (Cannot set or cancel)

≥ In picture recording mode

Backlight compensation ≥ When the Colour night view function is used

≥ When the iris/gain is set

Soft skin mode (Set and cancel) ≥ While recording to a disc

Help mode

Scene mode ≥ In auto mode

≥ When the Colour night view function is used

Change of white balance ≥ When digital zoom is used

≥ When the Colour night view function is used

Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain ≥ When the Colour night view function is used

≥ When the scene mode is used

Conditions which

disable the functions

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Helpful hints

What kind of discs can be used?

Can discs with a cartridge be used?

Can double sided discs be used?

Can I record continuously from one side of the disc to the other on a double sided disc?

Frequently asked questions

DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL discs can be used if they are 8 cm non-cartridge discs. (l 18)

They can be used if the cartridge is removed.

They can be used. However 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.

You cannot record continuously from one side of the disc to the other. The recording time indicated on the disc package is the total time for both sides. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over to record on both sides.

Is playback possible on a DVD player?

By finalizing a DVD-RW (VR format/Video format) or a DVD-R/DVD-R DL disc in this unit, it can be played back on a DVD player. To playback a DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (VR format), or DVD-R DL disc, you will need a DVD recorder or a DVD player that supports DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (VR format) or DVD-R DL disc. Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD recorder or DVD player.

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Helpful hints

Troubleshooting

Problem Check points

This unit cannot be turned on.

This unit does not stay on long enough.

Battery runs down quickly.

This unit is turned off automatically.

This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on.

This unit does not operate normally.

≥ Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 14) ≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach

the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit still cannot be used, the battery is faulty.

≥ Make sure the LCD monitor is opened or the viewfinder

extended.

≥ The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold

places, the battery using time becomes shorter.

≥ The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is still too

short even after the battery is fully charged, the battery has worn out and needs to be replaced.

≥ If you do not use the unit for approximately 5 minutes, the

power is automatically turned off to conserve battery life. To resume recording, turn the power back on. The power will not turn off automatically when the power save function (l 27) is set to [OFF].

≥ The unit cannot be operated unless you open the LCD

monitor or extend the viewfinder.

≥ Press the RESET button. (l 95) If normal conditions are

not restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait about 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power again. (Performing the above operation when the access lamp is on may destroy the data on the disc or SD card.)

A clicking sound is heard when the power is turned off.

The screen has changed suddenly. (Demo mode is on.)

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≥ This is the sound of the lens moving and is not a

malfunction.

≥ If you set [DEMO MODE] to [ON] without inserting a disc or

an SD card in video recording mode or picture recording mode, the unit is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. Normally this should be set to [OFF]. (l 28)

Problem Check points

The DISC EJECT lever does not work.

≥ The disc cover will not open unless the unit is powered.

Connect a charged battery or AC adaptor.

≥ The DISC EJECT lever does not work after the unit is

connected to the PC. Use Windows Explorer to right-click the drive icon and select [Eject]. Or select [Eject] from the software’s menu.

The disc cannot be read. ≥ If there are fingerprints or dirt on the disc, wipe them off.

(l 20)

A function indication such as the remaining

≥ If you set [SETUP] # [DISPLAY] # [OFF], all indications

other than warnings and date are not displayed.

time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown.

Recording does not start, although power is supplied to the unit and the disc or SD card is correctly inserted.

≥ Rotate the mode dial to select or . ≥ If the DVD-RAM or the DVD-RW (VR format) disc is write-

protected, release the protection. (l 66) If the DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (VR format) disc was protected on another device, use the same device to release the protection.

≥ Data cannot be recorded to finalized DVD-RW (Video

format) and DVD-R/DVD-R DL discs. If you un-finalize a DVD-RW (Video format) disc, it can be used for recording. (l 65)

≥ No recording is possible while the SD card’s write protect

switch is set to LOCK. (l 22)

≥ If the disc or SD card has no more available memory, free

up some memory by deleting unnecessary scenes (l 55) or use a new disc or SD card.

≥ If the cover of the disc compartment is open, this unit may

not operate normally. Close the disc cover.

Recording starts but stops immediately.

The playback picture breaks up for a moment.

Recorded still pictures are not clear.

≥ The disc is scratched or dirty. Eject the disc and clean it.

(l 20) If there are scratches on the disc, use a new disc.

≥ The unit is hot. Follow the messages on the display.

To use the unit again, turn the unit off and leave it for a while.

≥ If you try to record small or finely detailed objects with

[PICT.QUALITY] set at [ ], the images may break up into a mosaic-like pattern. Record with [PICT.QUALITY] set at [ ] instead. (l 36)

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Problem Check points

Auto focus function does not work.

“CHECK THE LENS COVER.” is displayed.

Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of this unit.

Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.

The playback images are squeezed horizontally.

Scenes or files cannot be deleted or edited.

≥ Press the AUTO button. ≥ There are some recording subjects and surroundings for

which the auto focus does not operate correctly. (l 100) If so, use the manual focus mode to adjust the focus. (l 46)

≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. ≥ This message may appear if you try to record in extremely

dark places.

≥ During playback, move the volume lever to display the

volume indication and adjust it. (l 51)

≥ Please read the operating instructions of your TV and

select the video input that this unit is connected to.

≥ Change the setting to match the aspect ratio of the TV.

(l 68)

≥ Release the protection. (l 66)

If the disc or the contents on the disc have been protected on another device, release the protection on the same device.

≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that have been

divided. Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them. (l 58)

≥ It may not be possible to delete scenes that are displayed

as [ ] on the thumbnail display. If the scenes are unnecessary, format the disc or SD card to erase the data. (l 67) Please be aware that if a disc or SD card is formatted then all the data recorded on the disc or SD card will be erased.

≥ If the SD card’s write protect switch is set to LOCK, then

deletion and editing are disabled. (l 22)

≥ Locked files cannot be deleted. Release the lock setting.

(l 62)

The images on the SD card do not look normal.

Even if a disc or an SD card is formatted, it cannot be used.

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≥ The data may be destroyed. It may have been destroyed by

static or electromagnetic waves. Store important data on a PC or other products as well.

≥ Either this unit or the disc or SD card may be damaged.

Please consult a dealer. Use an SD card from 8 MB to 8 GB with this unit.

Problem Check points

If the SD card is inserted in another device, it is not recognised.

The indication disappears.

The screen is frozen.

No operation can be performed.

“PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.” or “CHECK THE DISC AFTER PUSHING THE RESET SWITCH TO REPAIR IT.” is displayed.

≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or

type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card) that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the device for details.

≥ No operation can be performed on this unit when it is

connected to a PC.

≥ Turn off the power to this unit. If the power cannot be turned

off, press the RESET button, or remove the battery or AC adaptor and then reattach it. Turn on the power again. If normal operation is still not restored, detach the power connected, and consult the dealer who you purchased this unit from.

≥ After using the following method to restart the unit, eject the

disc and clean it. (l 20) If there are scratches on the disc, use a new disc.

≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Press the

RESET button with the projecting part of the grip belt A. This will restart the unit.

When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC.

≥ If you do not press the RESET button, the power to this unit

is turned off automatically about 1 minute later.

≥ Even after you press the RESET button, the indication may

still appear repeatedly. If so, this unit needs repair. Detach the power connected, and consult the dealer who you purchased this unit from. Do not attempt to repair the appliance by yourself.

≥ Close the menu screen before connecting the USB cable. ≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC. ≥ Check the operating environment. (l 75) ≥ Disconnect the USB cable, turn the unit off then on and

then reconnect the USB cable.

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Problem Check points

When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on the PC.

≥ To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the

( ) icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen.

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Cautions for use

About this unit

≥ The unit, disc and SD card become warm after

long operation, but this is not a malfunction.

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

≥ If you use the DVD Video Camera on top of or

near a TV, the pictures and sound on the DVD Video Camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

≥ Do not use the DVD Video Camera near cell

phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound.

≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures

may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by

microprocessors may adversely affect the DVD Video Camera, disturbing the pictures and sound.

≥ If the DVD Video Camera is adversely affected

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

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

≥ If you record near radio transmitters or

high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and sound may be adversely affected.

Make sure to use the supplied cords and cables. If you use optional accessories, use the cords and the cables supplied with them. Do not extend the cords and the cables.

Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the unit.

≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its

body may be marred and the surface finish may peel off.

≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in

contact with the unit for a long time.

When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the unit. Also, keep the unit away from sea water.

≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care

should be taken when inserting and removing a disc or an SD card.)

≥ If sea water splashes onto the unit, wipe off the

water with a well wrung cloth. Then wipe the unit again with a dry cloth.

When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump it.

≥ A strong impact can break the unit’s casing,

causing it to malfunction.

Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol for cleaning the unit.

≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out

the AC cable from the AC outlet.

≥ The camera body may be discoloured and the

surface finish may peel off.

≥ Wipe the unit with a soft dry cloth to remove

dust and fingerprints. To remove stubborn stains, thoroughly wring a cloth that has been soaked in a neutral detergent diluted with water and wipe the unit with it. Afterwards, wipe it with a dry cloth.

≥ When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the

instructions that came with the cloth.

Do not touch the laser pickup lens.

≥ If you touch the laser pickup lens directly it may

cause malfunctions.

Do not use any other lens cleaners except a commercial available 8 cm DVD video camera lens cleaner.

≥ Using any other lens cleaners except the one

for 8 cm DVD video camera could cause this unit to malfunction.

Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes or other business uses.

≥ If you use the unit for a long time, heat will

build up inside it and this may cause a malfunction.

≥ This unit is not intended for industrial use.

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When you are not going to use the unit for an extended time

≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet,

it is recommended that you place a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.

About the battery

The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity and temperature and the effect increases the more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas, the full charge indication may not appear or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after starting use. At high temperatures, the protection function may be triggered, making it impossible to use the unit.

Be sure to detach the battery after use.

≥ If the battery is left attached, a minute amount

of current continues to flow even if the unit’s power is off. Keeping the unit in this state may result in over discharge of the battery. This may result in you not being able to use the battery even after it is charged.

≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl bag

so metal does not come into contact with the terminals.

≥ The battery should be stored in a cool place

free from humidity, with as constant temperature as possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C, Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)

≥ Extremely high temperatures or low

temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.

≥ If the battery is kept in high-temperature, high-

humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.

≥ To store the battery for a long period of time,

we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you have completely used up the charged capacity.

≥ Dust and other matter attached to the battery

terminals should be removed.

Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.

≥ Prepare batteries for use up to 3 to 4 times the

period you are planning to record for.

≥ Cold places such as a ski resort can shorter

the period which you can record for.

If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are damaged.

≥ Attaching a battery with damaged terminals

can damage the unit or AC adaptor.

Do not throw old battery into fire.

≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may

result in an explosion.

≥ If the operating time is very short even after the

battery has been recharged, the battery has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.

About the AC adaptor

≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely

high or extremely low, charging may take time or the battery may not be charged.

≥ If the CHARGE lamp keeps flashing, make

sure that the terminals of the battery or the AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign objects or dust, then reconnect them properly. If the charging lamp is still flashing, something may be wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact your dealer.

≥ If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio

reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC adaptor 1 m or more away from the radio.

≥ When using the AC adaptor, it may generate

whirring sounds. However, this is normal.

≥ After use, be sure to disconnect the AC

adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.)

≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor

and battery clean.

LCD monitor/viewfinder

≥ When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a

dry soft cloth.

≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes,

condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth.

≥ When the unit has become very cold, for

example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual immediately after the power is turned on. The normal brightness will be restored when the unit’s internal temperature rises.

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Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 123,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 113,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

About condensation

When condensation forms on the unit, the lens will cloud up and the unit may not work properly. Make every effort to ensure that condensation does not form. If it does form, take the actions described below.

Causes of condensation

Condensation takes place when the ambient temperature or humidity is changed as follows.

≥ When this unit is brought inside from the cold

(e.g. a ski slope) to a warm room.

≥ When this unit is moved from an

air-conditioned car to outside.

≥ When a cold room has been warmed up

quickly.

≥ When cool wind from an air conditioner is

directly blown onto this unit.

≥ After summer afternoon showers of rain. ≥ When this unit is in a very humid place where

the air is thick with steam. (e.g. a heated swimming pool)

about an hour in the room so the temperature of the unit is close to the ambient temperature of the room, then use it.

Licenses

≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark. ≥ U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747;

7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby

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

≥ Microsoft

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

≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with

permission from Microsoft Corporation.

≥ IBM, PC/AT and PowerPC are registered

trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S.

≥ Intel

trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.

≥ Macintosh and Mac OS are either registered

trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

≥ Other names of systems and products

mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.

, Windows®, Windows Vista®,

, DirectSound®, DirectX®, and

are either registered

, Core™ and Pentium® are the registered

Helpful hint

If, for example, you have used this unit for recording on a ski slope and are taking it into a heated room, place the unit inside a plastic bag, remove as much of the air from inside the bag as possible, then seal the bag. Leave the unit for

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Explanation of terms

Automatic white balance

White balance adjustment recognises the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will become a purer white. The unit determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This is called automatic white balance adjustment. However, since the unit only stores white colour information under certain light sources, automatic white balance adjustment does not function normally under other light sources.

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The illustration above shows the range over which the auto white balance functions.

1) The effective range of automatic white balance adjustment on this unit

2) Blue sky

3) Cloudy sky (rain)

4) TV screen

5) Sunlight

6) White fluorescent lamp

7) Halogen light bulb

8) Incandescent light bulb

9) Sunrise or sunset

10) Candlelight

white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode.

White balance adjustment

White balance adjustment determines the white colour under different light sources. By recognising which is the white colour under sunlight and which is the white colour under a fluorescent light, the unit can adjust the balance among the other colours. Since the white colour is the reference for all the colours, the unit can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognise the reference colour white.

Auto focus

The lens is moved forward or backward automatically to bring the subject into focus.

Auto focus has the following characteristics.

≥ Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject

are seen more clearly.

≥ Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast

into focus.

≥ Focuses on the screen centre only.

Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode.

Recording distant and close-up objects at the same time

Since the unit focuses on whatever is at the centre of the screen, it is difficult to bring the background into focus when close-up objects are placed in focus. When recording people with distant mountains in the background, you cannot focus on both the subject which is close-up and the objects which are in the distance.

Outside of the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. For light outside the functional automatic

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Panasonic VDR-D50 Operating Instructions

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