Table 2-1-1 shows the method for servicing each circuit board and each unit.
Refer to "4 Troubleshooting" for the method of judging defects in each circuit board and each unit.
Information:
These servicing methods are subject to change without notice for the purpose of facilitating service
procedures.
MR circuit board
SAF circuit board
SHE circuit board
SID circuit board
USB circuit board
Disc drive unit
Servicing method
Component replacement.
Unit replacement.
Included in disc drive unit.
Unit replacement.
Component replacement.
Included in disc drive unit.
Component replacement.
Circuit board assembly
replacement (Order format).
Unit replacement.
Included in disc drive unit.
Unit replacement.
Unit replacement (Order
format). Which incorporates
the DRV, SID and HDM
circuit boards.
LCD
CIRCUIT
BOARD
DISC
DRIVE UNIT
AEL
CIRCUIT
BOARD
FAF CIRCUIT
BOARD
GYR
CIRCUIT
BOARD
USB
CIRCUIT
BOARD
MR
CIRCUIT
BOARD
FRT
CIRCUIT
BOARD
SHE
CIRCUIT
BOARD
DRF
CIRCUIT
BOARD
MAN
CIRCUIT
BOARD
SAF
CIRCUIT
BOARD
Fig. 2-1-1 External Views of the Circuit Board/Unit
Slim & Compact
The volume of VDR-M30 series body has been
reduced to approximately half that of the
previous VDR-M20 series, by using a compact
disc drive unit, increasing the parts mounting
density on circuit boards while decreasing the
number of circuit boards, and using a round
DVD holder and compact zoom lens.
Complying with SD memory card/
MultiMediaCard:
The previous models could record photos only
on DVD-RAM disc, but the VDR-M30 can also
record them on SD memory card and
MultiMediaCard (sometimes referred to as “a
card” hereafter).
The VDR-M30 can also copy to a card photos
recorded on DVD-RAM disc.
The VDR-M30 adopts the DCF standard*1 and
complies with DPOF*1 so that photos recorded
on card can be utilized on various devices.
*1: Refer to "3-2-2 Standards for recording photos
on card" for details on DCF standard and
DPOF.
VDR-M30 Series
VDR-M20 Series
Fig. 2-2-1 Reduced Body Volume
Round DVD holder
DVD-RAM/
DVD-R disc
Card (SD memory card/
MultiMediaCard)
PC connection kit/software for editing
provided:
The VDR-M30 is provided with the PC
connection kit and editing software, which were
optional accessories with previous models.
Connecting to PC and editing on it are easy.
Fig. 2-2-2 Media Storage Available on
VDR-M30
Specifications are subject to change without notice for the purpose of improvement.
Photo: Approx. 310,000
F1.8 - 2.5, f = 1/8 - 1-1/4 (3.15 - 31.5
mm)
Filter diameter: 1-3/16 (30.5 mm)
Auto/Manual
Optical 10×, 40 - 240× with digital
zoom added (40× for photo)
12 lx (3 lx: When Low Light mode is
selected)
0.44-inch color TFT
(approx. 110,000 pixels)
2.5-inch color TFT
(approx. 1,200,000 pixels)
Electronic Type
1/60 - 1/4000 (video)
Photo recording only
Ø 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
Video (with audio)
Photo (DVD-RAM disc, SD memory
card, MultiMediaCard)
XTRA mode: Approx. 18 min.
FINE mode: Approx. 30 min.
STD mode: Approx. 60 min.
FINE mode: Approx. 30 min.
STD mode: Approx. 60 min.
LPCM mode: Approx. 30 min.
999 (However, if video and photo are
mixed on one disc, the recordable
number will decrease)
Varies depending on the recording
quality and the type of card
VDR-M30EG/B/EN
DC7.9/7.2V
Recording (FINE)
4.7W (When using Viewfinder)
5.7W (When using LCD Monitor)
1/4-inch interlaced
Total number of pixels:
Approx. 800,000
Number of effective pixels:
Video: Approx. 410,000
Photo: Approx. 410,000
F1.8 - 2.5, f = 3.15 - 31.5 mm
Filter diameter: 30.5 mm
Auto/Manual
Optical 10×, 40 - 240× with digital
zoom added (40× for photo)
12 lx (3 lx: When Low Light mode is
selected)
0.44-inch color TFT
(approx. 110,000 pixels)
2.5-inch color TFT
(approx. 1,200,000 pixels)
Electronic Type
1/50 - 1/4000 (video)
Photo recording only
Ø 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
Video (with audio)
Photo (DVD-RAM disc, SD memory
card, MultiMediaCard)
XTRA mode: Approx. 18 min.
FINE mode: Approx. 30 min.
STD mode: Approx. 60 min.
FINE mode: Approx. 30 min.
STD mode: Approx. 60 min.
999 (However, if video and photo are
mixed on one disc, the recordable
number will decrease)
Varies depending on the recording
quality and the type of card
ItemVDR-M30PPVDR-M30EG/B/EN
Recording
format
Audio playback format
Recording media
Jacks
DVD-RAM disc
DVD-R disc
Card
Video: Conforming to DVD video
recording format (MPEG 1
Audio layer 2)
Photo: Simultaneous recording,
conforming to DVD video
recording format (704 × 480
pixels) and JPEG (640 × 480
pixels)
Video: Conforming to DVD video
format (MPEG1 Audio layer 2
or Linear PCM
(*1)
selected)
Photo: Conforming to JPEG (640 ×
480 pixels) standard
MPEG1 Audio layer 2, Linear PCM,
Dolby AC3
8 cm DVD-RAM disc (conforming to
DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1)
8 cm DVD-R disc (conforming to
DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0)
SD memory card
MultiMediaCard
Video/audio input/output × 1
External microphone input × 1
USB terminal (connected
to PC USB port) × 1
Video: Conforming to DVD video
recording format (MPEG 1
Audio layer 2)
Photo: Simultaneous recording,
conforming to DVD video
recording format (704 × 576
pixels) and JPEG (640 × 480
pixels)
Video: Conforming to DVD video
format (MPEG1 Audio layer
2)
Photo: Conforming to JPEG (640 ×
480 pixels) standard
MPEG1 Audio layer 2, Dolby AC3
8 cm DVD-RAM disc (conforming to
DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1)
8 cm DVD-R disc (conforming to
DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0)
SD memory card
MultiMediaCard
Video/audio output × 1
External microphone input × 1
USB terminal (connected
to PC USB port) × 1
USB
Battery system
Dimensions (W × H × D,
excluding projections)
Operating temperature
(humidity)
USB2.0 compliant (max. 12Mbps)
Lithium-ion
Approx. 2.24 × 3.5 × 5.28 inch
(57 × 89 × 134 mm)
32-104°F (0-40°C) (less than 80%)
32-86°F (0-30°C) when connected to
0-40°C (less than 80%)
0-30°C when connected to PC
PC
Storage temperature
Weight (excluding battery and
-4 - 104°F (-20 - 60°C)
Approx. 1.058 lbs (480 g)
-20 - 60°C
Approx. 480 g
disc)
Total weight when recording
Approx. 1.246 lbs (565 g) (when using
Approx. 565 g
CGA-DU14A battery pack)
Provided accessories
AC adapter/charger, battery pack,
AV/S input/output cable, remote
controller, button type battery for
remote controller, lens cap, lens cap
string, shoulder belt, power cable, DC
cord, ferrite core, software CD-ROM,
USB cable, 8cm DVD-RAM disc (in
round DVD holder)
AC adapter/charger, battery, AV/S
output cable, infrared remote control,
Lithium battery for remote control,
lens cap, lens cap string, shoulder
strap, mains lead, DC power cord,
ferrite core, software CD-ROM, USB
cable, 8cm DVD-RAM disc (in round
DVD holder)
*1: The VDR-M30PP records audio on DVD-R disc using the MPEG1 Audio layer 2 format in FINE or STD
mode, and using the Linear PCM format in LPCM mode.
The MPEG1 Audio layer 2 format is an option of DVD video format. Record a DVD-R disc in LPCM mode
to play it back on a DVD player that does not comply with this option standard.
Item
Switching on-screen language
Full Auto button
Disc protect
Camera
functions
Disc record
functions
Card record
functions
Minimum distance
for recording
Program AE
White balance
Digital zoom
Cinema
Wind cut
Exposure
correction
Backlight
correction
Input selection
External photo
input
Number of pixels
for video (MPEG2)
Number of pixels
for photo during
camera recording
Number of pixels
for photo during
line-input
recording
Copying photos to
card
Input selection
External photo
input
Number of pixels
on photo
File size of photo
VDR-M30PP
English/French/German/Spanish/
Italian
Equipped
Software disc-protect
Wide-angle side:Approx. 2 cm
Telephoto side:Approx. 1 m
Auto/Sports/Portrait/Spotlight/
Surf&Snow/Low Light
Auto/Set/Outdoor/Indoor 1/Indoor 2
240×/40×/Off
Type B (mini USB)
Power/control terminal not provided
Scene Delete [RAM]
Playlist
[RAM]
Program Switch [RAM/R]
Go To
[RAM/R]
Disc
ETC. Other
settings
Edit [RAM]
Copy [RAM]
Select
[RAM/R]
Detail [RAM/R]
Switch
Play
Create
Edit
Title
Delete
Play [RAM/R]
Title [RAM]
To p
End
Capacity [RAM/R]
Protect Disc [RAM]
Format Disc [RAM]
Update Control Info. [RAM]
Finalize Disk [R]
Category [RAM]
Repeat Play [RAM/R]
Thumbnail
Skip
Fade
Combine
Divide
Move
Start -> Current
Current -> End
All
With card
SceneDelete
Go To
Card
Slide Show
Lock
DPOF
Select
Detail
To p
End
Capacity
Format Card
All
DPOF
Start -> Current
Current -> End
All
SceneDelete
Go To
Card
Slide Show
[RAM/R]: Operable with both DVD-RAM and R discs
[RAM]: Operable with DVD-RAM disc only
[R]:Operable with DVD-R disc only
Lock
DPOF
Select
Detail
To p
End
Capacity
Format Card
All
DPOF
Start -> Current
Current -> End
All
(1) Inserting disc to DVD video camera/recorder
1 Press down the DISC EJ ECT button once and
release it.
A few moments af ter the ACCESS/PC indi cator
blinks, the cover of disc inser tion block w il l open
slightly.
DISC EJECT
button
2 Gently op en th e cover by ha nd until it stops.
3 Inser t the di sc , in Round DVD Hold er, into the
disc guide until it sto ps.
Note that the recording/playback sur face of
di sc must face the inside of DVD vid eo camera/
recorder. The orientation f or inserting the disc
into the disc guide is also predetermined: Load
the disc correctly, referring to the figure.
4 Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on
the cover of disc inser tion bloc k, to close the
co ver .
5 Turn t he DVD video camera /rec order on
( VI DEO or PHOTO).
When “DISC ACCESS” disappears, the DVD
vid eo camera/recorder is ready for recording.
Identifying recording/playback
sides of disc :
Single sided disc:
The recording/playback side
is opposi te to the prin ted label.
Double -sided disc :
The recording/playbac k side
of “ SIDE A” is opposi te to the
“SIDE A” marked side.
The recording/playback si de
of “SIDE B” is the “SIDE A”
marked side.
“SIDE A” mark
The opposite side is
the “SIDE A”
recording/playback
side.
Disc cover
PUSH CLOSE
portion
Disc
guide
Correct
orientation
Incorrect orientation
Incorrect
orientation
(2) Removing disc from round DVD holder
1
Hold the Round DVD Holder with SIDE A facing u p. While pushing the two release levers in
marked on hold er, sl owl y open SIDE A o f the ho lder i n the di recti on of arrows (2), taking c are not to dro p th e disc .
2
Without touching the recording/playback surface, hold the disc edge and center hole to remove it.
Release
levers
1
1
2
SIDE A mark
2
Do not open
more than 90˚.
the direction of arrows (1)
(3) Replacing disc in round DVD holder
1
Open SIDE A of the Round DVD Holder, and replace the disc in
the hold er with the SIDE A mark or label sur face facing up,
taking care not to touc h the disc sur fac e.
2
Close SIDE A of the Round DV D Holder , and pu sh it to lock the
releas e levers at p ositions (3).
(4) When the hinge of round DVD holder comes off
OPEN marks
SIDE A mark s ide or
Label surface
3
SIDE A
mark
3
1 Push the hinged portion of the holder piece marked SI DE A with
thumb and middle finger, an d warp it in the direct ion of arrows (4).
2 Fit the hinged porti on of the other holder piece in to the war ped
hinge por t ion.
Note
:
•
Handle the disc carefully so that no scratch, dirt,
to the recording/playback
•
When not usingthe Round DVD Holder, storeit in case:
Do not leave a bare holder as is.
•
Be careful of drop or impact: If you drop the Round DVD Holder, the disc may
pop out.
•
Do not subject the Round DVD Holder to force.
surface.
fingerprint or dust adheres
SIDE A mark side
Hinged portions
4
Approx. 90˚
Index
Abbreviation/Term
A
AC3
C
CPRM
D
DCF
Dolby AC3
DPOF
DVD
DVD Forum
DVD-Audio
DVD-R
DVD-RAM
DVD-ROM
DVD-RW
DVD-Video
DVD Video
Format
DVD Video
Recording Format
E
Exif
F
FireWire
I
IEEE1394
Interlaced CCD
i-LINK
J
JEIDA
JEITA
JPEG
L
LCD
LPCM
M
MMC
MMCA
Explanation
See Dolby AC3.
Content Protection for Recordable Media: Security technology (cross-certification
technology) for SD memory card.
Design rule for Camera File system standard: This camera file system standard,
established by JEIDA (now merged to JEITA).
Audio coding format developed by Dolby Laboratories in U.S, also simply referred
as AC3 format: Supports 5-channel full-range sound and one channel for sub-woofer
sound playback.
Digital Print Order Format: DPOF allows user to record print information along
with photos on storage media to facilitate printing of photos.
Digital Versatile Disc. A huge amount of digital data for video (movie) and audio
can be recorded on this disc, whose size is the same as CD.
International organization that formulates the technical standards of DVD
One type of DVD standard disc, on which high-quality audio can be recorded
One type of DVD standard disc, to which writing once is possible (recordable type)
One type of DVD standard disc, to which writing up to 100,000 times is possible
One type of DVD standard disc, to which data for computer can be recorded
One type of DVD standard disc, to which writing up to 1000 times is possible
One type of DVD standard disc, on which high-quality video and audio can be
recorded
Video recording/playback standard that applies to DVD-Video, DVD-R and DVDRW
Video recording/playback standard that applies to DVD-RAM and DVD-RW: This
allows versatile editing functions, differing from the DVD Video Format.
Exchangeable image file format. File format used for recording photos on digital
cameras, established by JEIDA (now merged to JEITA).
See IEEE1394.
Also referred to as FireWire or i-LINK: Standard for serial interface that connects
PC and peripheral devices
This CCD scans one image twice (scans roughly once and interpolates between first
scanning lines the second time) and interlaces the images obtained by scanning
twice to create a one-image signal.
See IEEE1394.
JEIDA stands for Japan Electronic Industry Development Association.
JEITA stands for Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association, which came into existence when JEIDA merged with EIAJ (Electronic
Industries Association of Japan).
JEITA has established Exif and DCF standard.
Joint Photographic Expert Group: International standard format for compressing
still images
Liquid Crystal Display. LCD formats include STN and TFT.
Linear Pulse Code Modulation. Also referred to as linear PCM. LPCM is a format
that digitizes analog audio data during recording and converts it to analog data
during playback.
See MultiMediaCard.
See MultiMediaCard Association.
Index Abbreviation/TermExplanation
M
MPEG
MPEG 1 Audio
Layer 2
MultiMediaCard
MultiMediaCard
Association
OSTA
O
S
SCSI
SDA
SD Card
Association
SDMI
SD Memory Card
SecureMMC
Secure
MultiMediaCard
Software discProtect
STN LCD
T
TFT LCD
U
UDF
USB
V
VBR
Motion Picture Experts Group: Standard related to compression of digital video and
audio. MPEG2 is a higher standard of MPEG and is applied to video (movie)
requiring higher quality.
One of three audio compression standards (layers 1-3) defined by MPEG.
Also referred to as MMC. Compact memory card, 32 mm long × 24 mm wide × 1.4
mm thick.
Also referred to as MMCA. This association promotes the widespread use of
multimedia cards.
Optical Storage Technology Association, which is an international industry
organization that promotes recordable optical storage used to store computer data
and images.
Small Computer System Interface: A standard for connecting computer and
peripheral devices. Frequently notated by prefixing or suffixing the number that
indicates the data transfer rate, and First, Ultra, Wide, etc., to SCSI.
See SD Card Association.
Also referred to as SDA. This organization promotes the popularization of SD
memory card.
Secure Digital Music Initiative: This conference was established by hardware
makers, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and music industry
companies, to protect copyrights of musical compositions.
Formally named Secure Digital Memory Card. This compact memory card, 32 mm
long × 24 mm wide × 2.1 mm thick, is equipped with an advanced copyright
protection function.
See Secure MultiMediaCard.
Also referred to as SecureMMC. This compact memory card has multimedia card
specifications, to which an advanced copyright protection function is added.
Unusable on the DVD video camera/recorder.
This function writes the protect information to DVD-RAM disc to prevent accidental
erasure. Software Disc-Protect is included in DVD-RAM disc specifications defined
by DVD Forum.
Super-Twisted Nematic Liquid Crystal Display: This type of color LCD is inferior to
TFT LCD in coloring, view angle, etc.
Thin Film Transistor Liquid Crystal Display: This type of color LCD features clear
display, high contrast, wide view angle, etc.
Universal Disc Format, which is a file format of recordable disc defined by OSTA.
The version 2.01 UDF is used on DVD video camera/recorder.
Universal Serial Bus: Standard of serial interface that connects PC and peripheral
devices. Two versions - USB1.1 and USB2.0, with different data transfer rates exist at present.
Stands for Variable Bit Rate: This format of coding audio and video varies the
amount of data depending on the subject image.
(1) Lock mechanism of disc loading block (lock unit)
Since the structure of disc loading block in VDR-M30 is different from that of the lock unit in
previous models, it will not open unless a power supply (battery or AC adapter/charger) is
connected.
The lock arm in VDR-M30 lock unit is driven by the DC motor controlled by a microprocessor (see
Fig. 3-1-1).
The lock arm is usually in locked status: When the DISC EJECT button is pressed, the DC motor
drives the lock arm in the release direction.
M
Lock unit
Spring
Lock arm
Release
direction
DISC
EJECT
button
Camera
control µP
SH µP
µP in disc
drive unit
DC
motor
Fig. 3-1-1 Lock Unit in VDR-M30
The lock arm in lock units of previous models is mechanically coupled with the DISC EJECT button
via a solenoid*1, except when disc is being accessed (see Fig. 3-1-2).
The solenoid is controlled by the current supplied from camera control microprocessor.
While the disc is being accessed, the camera control microprocessor outputs the current and controls
the solenoid to release the coupling between DISC EJECT button and lock arm, so that the disc
loading block does not open.
If no power supply is connected, the camera control microprocessor will not operate, and the
solenoid will not release the coupling.
*1: A device that converts electrical energy to mechanical energy, using the magnetic force that is generated
when current flows to electromagnetic coil.
In status other than
disc access
Lever
Lock unit
Solenoid
Open
DISC
EJECT
button
During disc access
Lever
Lock unit
Solenoid
Open
DISC
EJECT
button
Camera
control µP
Lock arm
Case
Fig. 3-1-2 Lock Unit on Previous Models
Camera
control µP
Lock arm
Current
Case
(2) Structure schematics
1) Disc cover (includes power switch, speaker
and card slot)
2) Lock arm in lock unit
3) DC motor in lock unit
4) Lock unit
5) Disc drive unit
6) Lens cover
7) Hood
8) LCD case U
9) Front cover
10) FRT circuit board
11) Jack cover
12) R case
13) Hand strap
14) Lens unit*1 (includes CCD and circuit board
that incorporates CCD)
15) GYR circuit board
16) Accessory shoe
17) SHE circuit board
18) EVF unit
19) Eyecup
20) MAN circuit board
21) Rear cover (includes zoom, REC and disc
eject switches)
22) L cover
23) L case
24) AEL circuit board
25) 2.5 LCD unit
26) LCD case B
27) LCD circuit board
28) Backlight
*1: These components are shown as if they were
viewed from the L case, but actually they are
assembled in the R case.
*1
*1
*1
*1
27
25
3
14
24
4
5
12
15
23
12
13
28
26
Fig. 3-1-3 Structure Schematics
6
16
22
7
17
8
9
10
11
18
19
20
21
The VDR-M30 records photos on SD memory card or MultiMediaCard, conforming to Exif and the
DCF standard. The VDR-M30 also supports DPOF to facilitate printing of photos recorded on SD
memory card or MultiMediaCard.
(1) Exif (Exchangeable image file format)
Exif is a file format based on JPEG, and is used for recording photos on digital cameras.
Almost all devices that handle photos, such as digital cameras, use high-compression and highquality JPEG: To apply JPEG, the basic photo technique, to devices, the file format, etc., used must
be specified. To meet this requirement, Exif was established by JEIDA*1.
Exif has also been adopted for storage media other than SD memory card and MultiMediaCard.
(2) DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard
The DCF standard further strictly specifies the Exif specifications in order to enhance compatibility
between various makers and models of digital cameras. It clearly defines the storage names of JPEG
files and folders conforming to Exif, along with additional information, such as recording date,
recording device, etc.
The widespread use of digital cameras has increased the need for direct exchange of images between
devices, including playback of recorded images on another camera or cameras made by other
companies, direct image output on printers, etc.: To meet this demand, the DCF standard was
established by JEIDA*1. The DCF standard can also be adapted to storage media other than SD
memory card and MultiMediaCard.
Almost all digital cameras conform to the DCF standard, which makes it a de facto standard of
digital camera.
*1: JEIDA stands for Japan Electronic Industry Development Association. JEIDA merged with EIAJ
(Electronic Industries Association of Japan), and the Japan Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association (JEITA) was formed.
(3) DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
DPOF included in card navigation functions of VDR-M30 allows user to record print information
along with recorded photos, such as the selection of recorded photos to be printed and specification
of number of prints, on SD memory card or MultiMediaCard.
The print information thus stored on card means user does not need to select scenes and specify the
number of prints later at photo lab or on home-use printer, thereby facilitating printing.
The DPOF standard was jointly proposed by Cannon, Kodak, FUJIFILM and Matsushita in 1998, so
that photos recorded on compact memory card could easily be output. DPOF also conforms to
storage media other than SD memory card and MultiMediaCard, and is accepted by numerous
companies.
The VDR-M30 is equipped with a software disc-protect function instead of an erase-prevention
mechanism: The erase-prevention mechanism is not provided with new round disc holder because of
its structure.
The software disc-protect function writes the protect data to DVD-RAM disc to prevent data on it
from being accidentally erased: It performs the same function as the write-protect tab of
conventional disc cartridge, using software. Software disc-protect can repeatedly be set and released
on one disc, in the same way as the mechanical write-protect tab.
The software disc-protect function is included in the DVD-RAM disc specifications defined by DVD
Forum. Therefore, the disc-protect set on VDR-M30 can be released or set again on devices equipped
with the same function.
DVD video camera/recorders that use DVD-RAM disc packed in a cartridge are not equipped with
the software disc-protect function, since a write-protect tab is provided on the cartridge. Therefore, if
a disc for which software disc-protect has been set is put in a cartridge and the write-protect tab is
released, the disc can be played back on those DVD video camera/recorders, but no recording or
editing can be performed on them. To record or edit such discs, release the software disc-protect on
VDR-M30 or on another device equipped with the same function.
Perform troubleshooting in the order shown in Fig. 4-1-1.
Updating
unneeded
Updating
needed
No improvement
after updating
Trouble
Diagnosis
(section 4-7)
Check
phenomenon
System reset
(section 4-2)
: Phenomenon
: Troubleshooting
: Check
No message or
error code
*1
appears
Message
*1
appears
Error code
*1
appears
Problem guide
(section 4-3)
Messages and
Troubleshooting
(section 4-4)
Major Error
Codes and
Troubleshooting
(section 4-5-3)
No improvement
Check firmware
version
(section 4-6-1)
Update firmware
(section 4-6-2)
*1: Messages and error codes will appear on LCD monitor or in viewfinder.
Fig. 4-1-1 Troubleshooting Procedure
Note:
1) Before troubleshooting or servicing, be sure to obtain customer approval for the following:
a) The image data stored on disc may be lost depending on the details and situation of fault
(defect).
b) The date/time and various settings, including video recording mode, designated by customer
after purchase may in some cases be reset to the defaults before purchase (factory settings).
2) Take note of settings on received product, referring to “4-2 System Resetting/Resetting Camera
Functions”: The notes will be necessary not only for resetting, but for checking defects that occur
under the particular setting conditions.
The VDR-M30 has two types of reset function: “System reset” and “Resetting camera functions”.
The reset operation will return the various settings to the defaults when the VDR-M30 was shipped
form factory.
Information:
If a defect occurs in product, take note of settings, and then execute system reset first: The defect
may disappear.
Table 4-2-1 shows the setting items that will be reset to defaults at the factory by the two types of
reset operation: “system reset” and “resetting camera functions”.
Utilize the memo column and note column provided in the table to enter the settings of any received
device.
On, Off
On, Off
On, Off
English, French,
Spanish, German, Italian
1) Set the power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then disconnect
the battery or AC adapter/charger.
2) Use a fine tipped pen, etc. to hold down the RESET button for
approx. 2 seconds.
RESET Button
Fig. 4-2-1 System Reset
1) Connect the battery or AC adapter/charger to power the VDR-M30.
2) Set the power switch to “VIDEO” and place the VDR-M30 in the recording pause status; loading
disc is not necessary at this time. For the following steps, operate VDR-M30 while viewing the
LCD monitor or viewfinder.
3) Press the MENU button to display the camera setting menu screen.
4) Use the joystick to choose “Initial Setup”, and then press the playback/pause button (press the
center of joystick).
5) Use the joystick to choose “Reset”, and then press the playback/pause button: The screen for
verifying reset will appear.
6) Use the joystick to choose “YES”, and then press the playback/pause button: Reset will be
executed.
7) After reset, press the MENU button to close the camera setting menu.
Check the following before judging that VDR-M30 is faulty.
Symptom
Battery cannot be charged.
The CHARGE indicator on
AC adapter/charger is
blinking.
Power turns off immediately
after being turned on.
When power is turned on,
the LCD screen will turn on
and off.
Power goes off unexpectedly.
Power cannot be turned off.
Cause and Correction
Power supplies
Is the DC power cord connected to AC adapter/charger?
Unplug it. If the DC power cord is connected, the AC adapter/charger will not
enter the charge status.
Is the battery abnormally hot?
Remove the battery from AC adapter/charger, leave it as is until it cools down,
and then charge it again.
Has the battery been unused for a long time?
Remove the battery from AC adapter/charger, and then reattach it.
Is the ambient temperature is too low or high?
Always charge the battery at 10 - 30°C (50 - 86°F).
Is the ambient temperature is too low or high?
Always charge the battery at 10 - 30°C (50 - 86°F).
The battery may be over-discharged.
Continue charging: The CHARGE indicator will change to a steady light, and
the battery will be charged normally.
Is battery charged?
Charge it.
Is Power Save specified "On"?
The specifications state that the powered VDR-M30 automatically turns off if it
is left for as long as 5 minutes without performing recording or playback, with
"Power Save: On" specified. Set the power switch to "POWER OFF", and then
turn VDR-M30 on again. To stop automatic power off, specify "Power Save: Off".
Execute system reset (disconnect the battery or AC adapter/charger, and then
use a fine tipped pen, etc. to hold down the RESET button for several seconds).
Then connect a battery or AC adapter/charger and make sure the VDR-M30
accepts operation.
System reset will return the date/time and all items set using menu (except for
LCD settings) to the defaults at the factory. After recovery, reset the date/time
and each setting item as required.
SymptomCause and Correction
Pressing the REC button
will not start recording.
Recording starts but stops
immediately.
During recording
Is input image copy-guarded?
The specifications state that VDR-M30 cannot record a copy-guarded image.
Does dirt or fingerprint adhere to
disc, or is disc scratched?
Clean the disc. If there is still no
improvement, replace the disc.
Disc cleaning method:
Use soft cloth to clean
from inner to outer
circumference in
axial direction.
[Never use solvent.]
Recording starts but stops
immediately.
(For VDR-M30PP)
LCD screen is hard to see.
Black dots or red, blue or
green dots always lit appear
on LCD screen or in
Viewfinder.
Focus is not correct.
Recognition of disc is not
complete.
Pressing the playback
button will not start
playback.
Is some other AV device directly connected to the AV/S input/output jack of
VDR-M30?
If the AV device is connected via several other devices, such as AV selector, the
video signal may not be transmitted correctly. In such a case, reduce the number
of devices through which the video signal is transmitted, or connect AV device
directly.
Are you attempting to record image from video game or PC?
Depending on video game or PC, image cannot be recorded on VDR-M30.
Has brightness of LCD screen been adjusted?
Stop recording and adjust the brightness.
Is VDR-M30 being used outdoors?
Use the viewfinder. When using LCD monitor, adjust angle so that LCD screen
is not exposed to direct sunlight.
The panels used for LCD monitor and viewfinder of VDR-M30 are produced
using highly precise technology. However, 0.01% or less of total pixels may not
light (black dots) or may remain lit (red, blue, green dots). (The effective amount
of pixels on LCD panel is 99.99% or more.) This shows the limitations of the
current technology, and does not indicate a fault that will interfere with the
operation of LCD panel or operation of VDR-M30.
Is it difficult to use auto-focus with the subject?
Focus manually.
Does "MF" appear?
The VDR-M30 is set to manual focus. Focus the subject manually, or release
manual focus.
Is the diopter control of viewfinder correctly adjusted?
Adjust the diopter control.
In cases other than the above, set the power switch to "POWER OFF", and then
reset it to the original position.
During playback
Does dirt or fingerprint adhere to disc, or is disc scratched?
Clean the disc.
Was the image recorded on a device other than VDR-M30?
Playback of image recorded on devices other than VDR-M30 may be impossible.
Has scene been edited on a device other than VDR-M30?
If a scene that was recorded on VDR-M30 is edited on a device other than VDRM30, playback may not be possible on VDR-M30.
SymptomCause and Correction
No playback image appears
on TV screen.
Playback picture is
momentarily interrupted.
Poor playback picture.
(For VDR-M30PP)
Playback picture is greatly
distorted. (For VDR-M30PP)
No sound.
Disc Navigation thumbnails
do not appear. (For VDRM30PP)
Power does not come on, or
no operation occurs by
pressing button.
The date and time are
incorrect.
No scene can be deleted.
Disc cannot be removed.
Is TV input selector set correctly?
If the TV has multiple video input jacks, check to see whether the correct input
jack was selected.
If VDR-M30 is connected to VCR, set the input selector of VCR to "external
input (LINE)".
Is VDR-M30 connected to TV correctly?
Check the connections.
Does dirt or fingerprint adhere to disc, or is disc scratched?
Clean the disc. [Refer to page 4-5]
Was the image input from analog VCR (VHS, 8 mm) and recorded?
The problem may be improved if a VCR equipped with TBC (time base corrector)
circuit is used for playback.
Was recording of external input made with "Frame" specified?
Specify "Field" for "PHOTO Input" in record mode settings.
Is the TV volume control set correctly?
Adjust volume control on TV.
Did the image recorded from AV/S input/output jack have noise or disturbance?
Re-record image with no noise or disturbance.
Miscellaneous
Execute system reset (disconnect the battery or AC adapter/charger, and then
use a fine tipped pen, etc. to hold down the RESET button for several seconds).
Then connect a battery or AC adapter/charger and make sure the VDR-M30
accepts operation.
System reset will return the date/time and all items set using menu (except for
LCD settings) to the defaults at the factory. After recovery, reset the date/time
and each setting item as required.
Has VDR-M30 been subjected to impact?
The VDR-M30 could be damaged.
Has the VDR-M30 been left unused for a long period of time?
The internal backup battery may be discharged: Charge it. (Charge procedure:
Connect the AC adapter/charger to the VDR-M30 and AC outlet, set the power
switch on VDR-M30 to "POWER OFF", and then leave them for at least 24
hours.)
Is the cursor placed on scene to be deleted?
Even if desired scenes are selected using yellow cursor, if there are the selected
scenes (in red frame), those scenes in red frame will be deleted. Check the color
of cursor and bar graph on the thumbnail display screen.
Is battery or AC adapter/charger (power supply) connected?
With the VDR-M30, a disc cannot be removed unless a power supply is
connected.
Has disc rotation stopped?
Making sure the disc stops, and then restart operation. Disc cannot be removed
until rotation has stopped.
Did you disconnect the battery or AC adapter/charger (power supply) while the
disc was being accessed?
Reconnect power supply, set the power switch to "VIDEO", and then remove the
disc after the sound showing the disc lock has been released is heard.
If the disc still cannot be removed, the VDR-M30 is faulty: Refer to "4-8
Procedure for Removing Disc from Faulty VDR-M30".
SymptomCause and Correction
VDR-M30 cannot be
operated from remote
control.
Disc cover cannot be closed.
Operating sound is heard
cyclically.
Is the remote control pointed at the infrared receiver on VDR-M30?
Point it at the infrared receiver on VDR-M30.
Is the infrared receiver on VDR-M30 exposed to direct sunlight or strong
fluorescent light?
The remote control cannot operate VDR-M30 when strong light strikes the
infrared receiver. Adjust the position or angle of VDR-M30.
Is there a battery in the remote control?
Also check the polarities of battery. Replace the battery if necessary.
Is VDR-M30 powered?
Turn it on.
Is disc correctly loaded?
Remove the disc and then reload it.
Is round DVD holder being used?
A bare disc that is not in round DVD holder, or is in a square cartridge or caddy,
cannot be used. Put disc in the round DVD holder.
Is round DVD holder inserted in the proper orientation?
Remove the round DVD holder, make sure of the orientation, and then reinsert
it.
This sound is heard because the disc is cyclically operated; it does not indicate a
fault.
Some messages may appear on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder during operation.
If a message appears, refer to the following table and perform troubleshooting according to the
message.
Messages divided by broken lines will automatically appear in sequence from the upper row each
time the playback/pause button is pressed (press the center of joystick).
Cannot execute.
Change display
category to All.
Cannot move scene in
program mode.
Create new PlayList.
*1: the DVD video recording format defines the maximum number of entry points as 999: Since one entry
point is allocated to one scene, the maximum number of scenes recordable on disc with VDR-M30 is 999.
*2: If recording is continued without editing, one scene will comprise one cell for each entry point.
When scenes are combined, only the number of entry points will decrease (only the entry point is deleted);
the number of cells will not decrease. Assume, for example, that the number of cells before scenes are
combined is 999, which is the upper limit defined by the DVD video recording format. If a scene
comprising one cell is divided at two points and the scene between the divided scenes needs to be deleted,
the cell must be further divided in order to delete. However, since the number of cells has reached the
upper limit in this case, the cell cannot be divided and the scene cannot be deleted.
Appears if the battery is discharged.
Appears if an attempt is made to
combine unconnected scenes: The
specifications state that combining of
only multiple scenes is possible.
Appears if an attempt is made to
combine scenes when a photo was
selected: The specification state that
combining of only video scenes is
possible.
Appears when combining one scene was
attempted.
Appears when user performed deletion at
the upper limit of 999 scenes registered.
*1
Appears if an attempt is made to select
multiple scenes for division: The
specifications state that dividing
multiple scenes is impossible.
Appears when combining or moving
scenes was instructed with “Category:
VIDEO or PHOTO” specified.
Appears if an attempt is made to move
scenes in program.
Replace with a charged battery, or
use the AC adapter/charger to power
VDR-M30.
Stop trying to combine scenes, or
create a play list containing the
scenes to be combined, and combine
them on the play list.
Select only video scenes, or stop
trying to combine scenes.
Select multiple scenes and then
combine them.
Combine divided scenes, and then
delete if necessary.
Divide scenes one by one.
Specify “Category: All”, and then
operate VDR-M30 again.
Create a play list, and then move
scenes on the play list.
*2
Message
Cannot record photos.
Cannot replace thumbnail
on PHOTO scenes.
CARD ALMOST FULL
Card error has occurred.
Format the card now?
Card error has occurred.
Formatting is not complete.
Cause/condition for
message to appear
Appears if an attempt is made to record
photos on DVD-R disc: The specifications
state that no photo is recordable on
DVD-R disc.
Appears when a photo thumbnail was
selected for change in scene editing
menu: The specifications stipulate that
the thumbnail of photo cannot be
changed.
Appears when the remaining recordable
number of photos is less than 10 during
recording.
Appears when a card initialized on PC,
etc., or a card whose initialization was
interrupted before, is loaded.
Appears when a damaged card is
initialized.
Troubleshooting
Use a DVD-RAM disc or card when
recording photos.
Select a video to change the
thumbnail.
Prepare another card, or delete
unnecessary photos.
Choose “YES” and designate it to
initialize the card (deleting all
recorded data).
Replace the card.
Card error has occurred.
Keep card inside & restart.
Card error.
Card full.
Card full.
Cannot execute.
Card is not formatted.
Format the card now.
YES NO
CHECK DISC
Appears when no photo could be recorded
on card normally.
Appears when the card cannot be
recognized because its terminals are
dirty.
Also appears when data other than
photos is recorded on card.
Appears when the recording capacity of
card has reached the limit during
recording.
Appears when a card whose remaining
recording capacity is small, and on which
no photo can be recorded, is loaded.
Appears when the remaining capacity of
card has reached the recordable limit.
Appears when an unformatted card or a
card formatted on PC was loaded.
Appears when disc that cannot be used
on the VDR-M30, or logically damaged
disc (warped or distorted), was loaded.
If the type of disc is acceptable, and
there is no scratch or distortion, the disc
may be defective.
Set the power switch to “POWER
OFF”, and after several seconds, set
it to “[CARD]PHOTO”.
Initialize the card (deleting all
recorded data).
Use a dry cloth to clean the card
terminals.
Replace the card.
Replace the card, or delete
unnecessary photos
.
Replace the card, or delete
unnecessary photos.
Replace the card, or delete
unnecessary photos.
Choose “YES” and designate it when
formatting card (deleting all recorded
data).
Check the type of disc, and for scratch
or distortion on disc: If the disc is
scratched or distorted, replace it.
Replace the disc.
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