Panasonic VDR-M75EB User Manual
Operating Instructions
DVD Video Camera
Model No.
VDR-M55EB
VDR-M75EB
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
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Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic DVD Video Camera.
Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note
that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your DVD Video Camera may look somewhat
different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
Information for Your Safety
As this equipment gets hot during use, operate
it in well ventilated place; do not install this
equipment in a confined space such as a
bookcase or similar unit.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
product damage, do not expose this equipment
to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and
ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the equipment.
DVD Video Camera
lThe rating plate is on the surface of the
Video Camera
AC Adaptor
lThe rating plate is on the surface of the AC
Adaptor.
Caution for AC mains lead
For your safety, please read the following text
carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three-pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience. A 3-ampere fuse is fitted in this
plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please
ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of
3-amperes and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you
must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced. If you lose the fuse cover, the plug
must not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be
purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG
IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE
SOCKET.
.
DVD
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the
wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified
electrician.
n IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of
this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these
wires be connected to the earth terminal of the
three-pin plug, marked with the letter E or the
Earth Symbol .
n Before Use
Remove the
Connector Cover
as follows.
Connector
Cover
n How to
replace the
Fuse
1) Remove the
Fuse Cover
with a
screwdriver.
2) Replace the
fuse and attach
the Fuse
Cover.
Fuse
Cover
Fuse
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Important Information
For Your Safety
The power switch turns the DVD Video Camera on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the video camera
is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off .
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
The DVD Video Camera and AC adaptor/charger
have the following caution marks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Precautions
WARNING:
are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home videotaping
of copyrighted materials.
The liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is made by
highly precise technology. More than 99.99% of
its picture elements (pixels) are effective, but
some (less than 0.01%) may appear as coloured
bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the
LCD panel stretches the limits of current
technology.
Many television programmes and films
Identifications of caution marks
WAR NING:
your DVD Video Camera and the AC adaptor/
charger, use only the CGA-DU07/CGA-DU12/
CGA-DU14/CGA-DU21 battery and VSK0678 AC
adaptor/charger.
This symbol warns the user that
uninsulated voltage within the unit may
have sufficient magnitude to cause
electric shock. Therefore, it is
dangerous to make any kind of contact
with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that
important literature concerning the
operation and maintenance of this unit
has been included. Therefore, it should
be read carefully to avoid any problems.
To prevent risk of injury or damage to
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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.
EMC Electric and magnetic
compatibility
This symbol (CE) is located on the rating plate.
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Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 98, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000 Professional, and Windows® XP
Home Edition/XP Professional are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
®
Intel
, Pentium® Processor, and Celeron® Processor are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
®
IBM
and PC/AT® are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each
individual company.
SD logo is a trademark.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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
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
arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further
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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Be sure to read the following before opening
the package of CD-ROM
This Agreement will take effect at the moment you open the package of the storage device (CD-ROM) provided with this
product, if you agree to the terms herein.
If you do not accept the terms of this Agreement, immediately return the unopened package of storage medium and
enclosed materials (printed matter, external package, and all others) to your dealer, or return only the package of storage
medium to your dealer.
This Licence Agreement certifies that you were granted licence in the past.
Licence Agreement
Article 1 Grant of Licence
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. grants you the following rights for the following products (to be referred to as “This
Software” hereafter) that you have obtained with this Agreement:
(a) You may use This Software only on a single piece of equipment. However, if this equipment cannot
be used because of mechanical problem, you may temporarily use This Software on another piece of
equipment.
(b) Although This Software contains several components that can be run on computer as independent
functions, all components are licence as a single product: You may not, by any means, use these
components on different computers at the same time.
Article 2 Copyrights
The copyrights of This Software, attached manual, etc. are owned by the following corporations, and are protected by
copyright laws in Japan and USA, as well as by other intellectual property and international properties:
Name of Software Copyright Owners
DVD-RAM Driver Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
DVD-MovieAlbumSE/DVDfunSTUDIO Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Article 3 Other Rights and Limitations
(
a) You may not copy This Software or any of the printed materials attached, except for duplications to provide back-
up or storage.
(b) Use of This Software by third parties is prohibited, whether by transferring, renting, leasing, lending, moving, or any
other measures.
(c) You may not decompile or disassemble this Software.
(d) Duplication and/or distribution of any files on this storage medium for commercial use is prohibited.
Article 4 Quality Assurance
Under no circumstances will Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. accept any responsibility for any damage you may
incur from using or being unable to use This Software (including, but not limited to, loss of business profit, interruption of
business, loss of business information, or other monetary damages).
Article 5 Termination of Agreement
If you fail to comply with the terms of this Agreement, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. reserves the right to terminate
the Agreement. In such a case, you will be obliged to discard all copies of This Software and its components.
Article 6 Prioritized Licence Agreement
When some software programmes are installed, the licence agreements will be displayed (to be referred to as online
licence agreement).
If the online licence agreement conflicts with this Agreement, the online licence agreement shall have a priority.
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Cautions When Using
Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:
•
The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp
object.
•
If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear soon,
turn the DVD Video Camera off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
•
Do not place the DVD Video Camera with the open LCD screen down.
•
Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD Video Camera.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Liquid crystal display and viewfinder:
•
The LCD screen and viewfinder are the products of highly precise technology. Among the total number
of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for LCD monitor and approx. 200,000 pixels for viewfinder), 0.01% or
less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as coloured dots (red, blue, green). This shows
the limitations of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that will interfere with recording.
•
The LCD screen and viewfinder will be slightly dimmer than usual when the DVD Video Camera is at low
temperature, as in cold areas, or immediately after power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored
when the temperature inside the DVD Video Camera rises.
•
The following characteristics may appear in the viewfinder.
− The colors seen in the viewfinder may appear different from the colors on the LCD monitor.
− Text appears slightly fuzzy.
− The edges of the subject appear glaring.
− Iridescence momentarily occurs when you move the observation point along with the motion of the
subject.
Note that the foregoing phenomena have no effect on the image in a disc or card, so there is no cause
for concern.
Hold the DVD Video Camera correctly:
•
Do not hold the viewfinder or LCD monitor when lifting the DVD Video Camera: The viewfinder or LCD
monitor could detach and the DVD Video Camera may fall.
Do not subject the DVD Video Camera to impact:
•
This DVD Video Camera is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard
object or let it fall.
•
Do not use the DVD Video Camera on a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.
No sand or dust!
•
Fine sand or dust entering the DVD Video Camera or AC adaptor/charger could cause malfunctions or
defects.
No water or oil!
•
Water or oil entering the DVD Video Camera or AC adaptor/charger could cause electric shock,
malfunctions or defects.
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Heat on surface of product:
•
The surface of the DVD Video Camera will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault.
Screen on connected TV:
•
Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the
DVD Video Camera is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor
degradation of TV screen.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
•
Using the DVD Video Camera in a place where the temperature is over 40°C or under 0°C will result in
abnormal recording/playback.
•
Take care that the temperature of this DVD Video Camera, when connected to PC, does not rise
excessively (reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 30°C).
•
Do not leave the DVD Video Camera on beach sand or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very
high for a long time: This could cause malfunctions.
Do not point directly at the sun:
•
If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD Video Camera could malfunction or a fire could
occur.
•
Do not leave the DVD Video Camera with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause
malfunctions.
Do not use the DVD Video Camera near TV or radio:
•
This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts.
Do not use the DVD Video Camera near strong radio waves or magnetism:
•
If the DVD Video Camera is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio wave tower
or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of
normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound.
At worst the DVD Video Camera could malfunction.
Do not expose the DVD Video Camera to soot or steam:
•
Thick soot or steam could damage the DVD Video Camera case or cause malfunctions.
Do not use the DVD Video Camera near corrosive gas:
•
If the DVD Video Camera is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline
or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, the external or internal terminals could
corrode, disabling normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could corrode, so that power will
not turn on.
Do not use the DVD Video Camera near ultrasonic humidifier:
•
With some water in humidifier, calcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air,
and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the DVD Video Camera, which could cause it to
operate abnormally.
Do not expose the DVD Video Camera to insecticide:
•
Insecticide entering the DVD Video Camera could dirty the lens in laser pickup block, and in such a case
the DVD Video Camera might not operate normally. Turn the DVD Video Camera off and cover it with
vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.
Do not use a generally available 8 cm CD lens cleaner:
•
Cleaning the lens is not necessary when using this DVD Video Camera in the usual way.
•
Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD Video Camera to be faulty.
Do not touch the lens in laser pickup block:
•
If you touch the lens in laser pickup block directly, it may cause malfunctions. Laser pickup block is not
a compensable part. Therefore, pay much attention when operating this camera.
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Be careful of moisture condensation:
•
When you move the DVD Video Camera between places where the difference in temperatures is great
- such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle - condensation (vapour
in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD Video Camera.
If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation
occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth. Even if the external surface of DVD Video Camera
has dried, condensation may remain inside: Turn the DVD Video Camera off and leave it in a dry place
for at least 1-2 hours before using it again.
Do not use the DVD Video Camera for a long uninterrupted period of time:
•
This DVD Video Camera cannot be used for a long time continuously as a surveillance camera/monitor.
If you use the DVD Video Camera for a long continuous period of time, the temperature of DVD Video
Camera could exceed a limit and the recording/playback operation could be slowed down: In this case,
turn it off and wait for a while before using it again.
•
Take care that the temperature of this DVD Video Camera, when connected to PC does not rise
excessively (reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 30°C).
Do not turn the DVD Video Camera off while the ACCESS/PC indicator or CARD ACCESS
indicator is lit or blinking:
•
The ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or
blinking to show that data is being written to disc or card,
or being read from it. At this time, do not do any of the
following, so as not to damage the data:
− Remove battery
− Disconnect AC adaptor/charger
− Plug or unplug PC connection cable
− Remove disc or card
− Subject DVD Video Camera to severe vibrations or
impact
− Violently open or close the LCD monitor
CARD ACCESS
indicator
ACCESS/PC
indicator
If you turn the DVD Video Camera off while the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking,
turn it on again with the disc or card loaded in it: Repair of the disc or card will be executed automatically
(see page 141).
Do not wipe the DVD Video Camera case with benzene or thinner:
•
The coating of case could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate.
•
When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions.
Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:
•
For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction manuals attached.
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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Cautions When Storing
Do not leave the DVD Video Camera in a place where the temperature is very high for a
long period of time:
•
The temperature inside a closed vehicle or boot can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the
DVD Video Camera in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Also, do not
expose the DVD Video Camera to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Do not store the DVD Video Camera in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty
place:
•
Dust entering the DVD Video Camera could cause malfunctions. If the humidity is high, the lens could
be mouldy, and the DVD Video Camera could become inoperable. It is recommended that you put the
DVD Video Camera with desiccant in a box when storing it in a closet, etc.
Do not store the DVD Video Camera in a place subject to strong magnetism or intense
vibrations:
•
This could cause malfunctions.
Detach the battery from the DVD Video Camera and store it in a cool place:
•
Leaving the battery attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.
Suggestions and Restrictions
Make a trial recording:
•
Always make a trial recording before doing actual recording to make sure that recording is normal. The
data that have not been stored normally because of a defect in the DVD Video Camera cannot be
restored.
It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from which recorded contents can be deleted for trial
recording.
The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:
•
Panasonic cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or
recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD Video Camera, disc or card.
Also, Panasonic cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.
•
If you or a third party makes a mistake when handling this DVD Video Camera, disc, card, etc., the
recorded contents may be lost. We cannot be responsible for compensation for damages due to loss of
recorded contents.
Copyright:
•
Data recorded on the disc or card in this DVD Video Camera using other digital/analogue media or
devices is protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of
copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Be aware that recording is restricted for some demonstrations,
performances and exhibitions, even for personal enjoyment.
Do not use the DVD Video Camera for professional applications:
•
This DVD Video Camera is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback.
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Read This First
To guide you, we’ve included following six chapters.
•
The section on “Setup” explains how to set up the
DVD Video Camera, battery, and set the date/
time.
•
The section on “Basic Techniques” explains the
basic operation of this DVD Video Camerarecording of movies, still images, and playback of
recorded images.
•
The section on “Advanced Techniques” explains
settings on this DVD Video Camera for more
advanced usage.
•
The section on “Disc Navigation” explains editing
with Disc Navigation: Refer to this section when
finalising DVD-R disc and initialising DVD-RAM
disc.
•
The section on “Installing Software” explains the
contents of provided CD-ROM and how to install
the contained software included.
•
“Supplementary Information” includes an
introduction to products sold separately, proper
cleaning, and troubleshooting.
With this DVD Video Camera you can view the picture being recorded or the playback picture whether on the
LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to appear on the
LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. The following text describes the operation assuming that the viewfinder is
used as a major monitor device.
We want this manual to be as helpful as possible,
so it includes two easy ways to find the inform ation
you need:
•
A quick index for the information you use most
often (this page).
•
A detailed table of contents directing you to
specific information quickly (see page 12-14).
Get to know your DVD Video Camera by using this
manual, and get to know Panasonic. We appreciate
your business.
Quick Index
Available Discs ................................................ 26
Recording Movie.............................................. 49
Playing Back.................................................... 57
Connecting to a TV.......................................... 67
Functions Available with Disc Navigation ........ 93
Installing Software ......................................... 123
About This Manual
Displays in this manual
z
The displays are different from those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Notation of cancel button
z
Press the stop/cancel button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding
one. The expression “press the button” will be used in this text.
z 1
Some functions of this DVD Video Camera are unavailable with disc or card used. Refer to the marks at
right above each function to identify whether the disc or card is compatible with the function. Refer to these
marks and identify the functions and operation to match the disc or card you use.
z
Although the external appearances of VDR-M55EB and VDR-M75EB are different, the method of
operating both models is identical.
Illustrations of VDR-M75EB are used for the explanation in this text.
z
, 2 and
Illustrations in this manual
Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the
actual items in order to make the explanation easier to understand.
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3
marks beside headings
Introduction
You can record even immediately following playback
z
Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning of
blank portion.
You can start recording during playback: New recording will not overwrite any previously recorded data.
Recorded scenes
If you stop playback midway and start recording, overwrite will not occur.
You can immediately play back desired recorded scenes
z
You do not need to rewind, unlike recorders using tape.
You can select any scene you want and immediately play it back (using Disc Navigation function).
Use Disc Navigation to create your original movie
z
You can delete unnecessary scenes, move any scenes, etc., and create your original movie work
(PlayList).
Before editing
After editing
You can easily edit scenes, which is
z
quite difficult with tape
Using this DVD Video Camera, you can collect
scenes of your child, for example, on play list of Disc
Navigation function and create an original movie.
Then simply play back the play list and dub it on
VCR. It is also easy to make any number of identical
tapes.
Up to now, you had to
repeatedly press
buttons.
Wi th DV D, yo u c a n s i mpl y
play back this DVD Video
Camera, and press the
record button on VCR.
Create original DVDs on PC
z
You can use a DVD-R disc to create an original
DVD, using the provided software CD-ROM.
The created DVD disc can be played back on DVD
player, DVD-ROM drive, etc.
Original DVD being
created
Playback of DVD
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Table of Contents
Information for Your Safety ............................... 2
Important Information ........................................ 3
For Your Safety ..................................................... 3
Precautions ............................................................ 3
EMC Electric and magnetic compatibility .............. 3
Be sure to read the following before opening
the package of CD-ROM ................................ 5
Cautions When Using ....................................... 6
Cautions When Storing ..................................... 9
Suggestions and Restrictions ........................... 9
Read This First ............................................... 10
About This Manual .......................................... 10
Introduction ..................................................... 11
Table of Contents ........................................... 12
Supplied Accessories ..................................... 15
Optional Accessories ...................................... 16
Names of Parts ............................................... 17
Setting Up the Battery ..................................... 21
Charging Battery .................................................. 21
Record and Play Back Using Disc (Video and
Photo) ........................................................... 22
Record and Play Back Using Card
(Photo) ......................................................... 24
Discs and Cards ............................................. 26
Available Discs .................................................... 26
Information on DVD-R Disc ................................. 27
Examples of Discs that cannot be used on this
DVD Video Camera .......................................... 27
Handling Discs ..................................................... 28
Available Cards ................................................... 28
Storage Capacity on Disc or Card .................. 30
Recordable Time of Movie (Video) ...................... 30
Recordable Stills (Photos) on Disc ...................... 31
Recordable Stills (Photos) on Card ..................... 31
Size and Quality of Photos .................................. 31
Setup
Setting Up the DVD Video Camera ................ 32
Holding DVD Video Camera ................................ 32
Attaching Shoulder Strap ..................................... 33
Attaching Lens Cap ............................................. 33
Inserting Battery into Remote Control ................. 34
Removing Battery from Remote Control .............. 34
Viewing Subject through Viewfinder .................... 35
Viewing Image on LCD Monitor Screen .............. 36
Closing LCD Monitor ........................................... 37
Setting Date and Time ......................................... 38
Changing Display Format of Date and Time ....... 39
About the Battery ............................................ 40
Attaching Battery to DVD Video Camera ............ 40
Removing Battery ................................................ 40
Battery Remaining Level Indicator ...................... 42
Efficient Use of Battery ........................................ 42
Using DVD Video Camera with AC adaptor/
charger ............................................................. 43
Inserting and Removing Disc .......................... 44
Inserting Disc ....................................................... 44
Removing Disc .................................................... 46
Inserting and Removing Card ......................... 47
Basic Techniques
Basic Handling of DVD Video Camera ........... 48
Turning DVD Video Camera On and Off ............. 48
Recording Movie ............................................. 49
Recording Stills ............................................... 50
Compensating for Backlight ............................ 51
On-Screen Information ................................... 52
Information Display during Recording ................. 52
Zooming .......................................................... 55
Macro Recording ................................................. 56
Playing Back ................................................... 57
Playing Back ........................................................ 57
Playback from Start of Disc or Card .................... 58
Search Playback of Movie ................................... 58
Frame Advance/Frame Back/Slow Playback of
Movie ................................................................ 58
Skip Playback of Movie ....................................... 59
Playing Back Stills ............................................... 59
Jumping to Specified Point (Go To) .................... 60
On-Screen Information Display ...................... 61
Information Display during Playback ................... 61
Manually Focusing Subject ............................. 62
Focusing during Recording ................................. 62
Adjusting Exposure Manually ......................... 63
Using Auto Function ....................................... 64
Setting Flash ................................................... 65
Recording in Dark Locations Using the Light
from the LCD Monitor ................................... 66
Using External Microphone ............................ 66
Viewing on TV Screen .................................... 67
Connecting to a TV .............................................. 67
Viewing on TV Screen ......................................... 68
Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player ...... 69
To Customers who Have a DVD Video
Recorder with Hard Disk .............................. 69
Playback on DVD Player ................................ 70
Recording (Dubbing) Images .......................... 71
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Recording (Dubbing) Images on Other Video
Devices ............................................................. 71
Advanced Techniques
Understanding Flow of Menu .......................... 72
Setting Up Camera Functions ......................... 74
Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject
(Switching Programme AE Mode) .................... 74
Adjusting Colour (White Bal.) .............................. 75
Using the Image Stabiliser (SIS) ......................... 77
Reducing Wind Noise during Recording
(Wind Cut) ......................................................... 77
Setting Up Record Functions .......................... 78
Switching Movie Quality (VIDEO Mode) .............. 78
Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality) ............. 79
Setting to Wide TV Screen Mode (Aspect)
(Only for VDR-M75EB) ..................................... 80
Switching to Cinema Mode (Only for VDR-M55EB)
........................................................................... 81
Self Timer ............................................................ 82
Setting On-Screen Display Output On or Off
(OSD Output) .................................................... 83
LCD/EVF Setup .............................................. 84
Setting Brightness of LCD Screen
(Brightness) ...................................................... 84
Setting Brightness of Viewfinder (EVF Brightness)
........................................................................... 84
Setting Colour Density (Colour Level) ................. 85
Always Display Image in Viewfinder .................... 85
Initial Settings ................................................. 86
Switching Operating Sound On or Off (Beep) ..... 86
Turning DVD Video Camera Off Automatically
(Power Save) .................................................... 86
Turning Record LED On or Off (Record LED) ..... 87
Changing Display Language (Language) ............ 87
Resetting Menu Settings to Defaults (Reset) ...... 88
Disc Navigation
Using Disc Navigation ..................................... 89
Starting Disc Navigation ...................................... 89
Playing Back from Disc Navigation Screen ......... 91
Selecting Multiple Scenes ................................... 92
Selecting Consecutive Scenes Together ............. 92
Disc Navigation Menu ..................................... 93
Functions Available with Disc Navigation ............ 93
Understanding Flow of Disc Navigation Menu
........................................................................... 94
Scene .............................................................. 95
Deleting Scenes (Edit-Delete) ............................. 95
Changing Images for Thumbnails (Effect -
Thumbnail) ........................................................ 97
Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Effect -
Skip) .................................................................. 98
Arranging Order of Scenes (Edit - Move) ............ 98
Adding Special Effects (Effect - Fade) ................. 99
Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine) .... 100
Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide) ........................... 101
Copying Stills on DVD-RAM Disc to Card (Copy)
........................................................................ 102
Locking Scenes on Card (LOCK) ...................... 103
Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select)
........................................................................ 104
Displaying Information Using Menu Screen
(Detail) ............................................................ 105
Programme ................................................... 106
What is “programme”? ....................................... 106
Switching to Thumbnail Display of Specific Date
(Switch) .......................................................... 106
Playing Back Programme (Play) ....................... 107
Changing Title of Programme (Title) ................. 107
Play List ........................................................ 109
What is “Play List”? ........................................... 109
Creating New Play List (Create) ........................ 109
Switching to Display of Each Play List
(Switch) .......................................................... 110
Playing Back a Play List (Play) .......................... 110
Adding Scenes to Play List (Editing Play List) ... 111
Deleting Scenes from Play List (Editing Play List)
........................................................................ 112
Adding Scenes Using Submenu for Editing
(Editing Play List) ........................................... 112
Deleting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing
(Editing Play List) ........................................... 113
Selecting Scenes Using Submenu for Editing
(Editing Play List) ........................................... 113
Arranging Order of Scenes (Move) ................... 114
Changing Title of Play List (Title) ...................... 115
Deleting Play List (Delete) ................................. 115
Go To ............................................................ 116
Top (End) .......................................................... 116
Disc or Card Management ............................ 117
Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card
(Capacity) ....................................................... 117
Protecting Disc from Writing (Protect Disc) ....... 117
Initialising DVD-RAM Disc or Card (Format Disc/
Format Card) .................................................. 118
Updating Control Information of DVD-RAM Disc
(Update Control Info.) ..................................... 119
Finalising DVD-R Disc (Finalize Disc) ............... 120
Others ........................................................... 121
Displaying Movies or Stills Independently
(Category) ...................................................... 121
Playing Back Scenes Repeatedly (Repeat Play)
........................................................................ 121
Slide Show (Continuous Playback of Stills) ....... 122
Installing Software
Compatible PC for use with DVD Video
Camera ...................................................... 123
Contents on Provided CD-ROM ................... 126
Recognizing the DVD Video Camera on your
computer (only when it is connected for the first
time) ............................................................... 127
Installing DVD-RAM Driver ................................ 129
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Installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE .......................... 132
Installing DVDfunSTUDIO ................................. 134
If you insert an unformatted DVD-R disc in the
DVD Video Camera. . . . ................................. 135
Before closing the USB connection
(disconnecting the USB cable) or toggling the
power switch ................................................... 135
Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM
Disc Recorded on DVD Video Camera ...... 136
Uninstalling Software .................................... 137
Subsidiary Information
Cleaning ........................................................ 138
Before Requesting Service ........................... 139
Trouble Messages ........................................ 141
Troubleshooting ............................................ 149
System Reset ............................................... 156
Major Specifications ...................................... 157
Terminology .................................................. 159
Index ............................................................. 161
Sales and Support Information
z Customer Care Centre
•
For customers within the UK: 08705 357357
•
For customers within the Republic of Ireland:
•
Visit our website for product information
•
E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk
01 289 8333
z Technical Support for AV Software
•
For UK, ROI: 08701 505610
z Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
•
Order accessory and consumable items for your
product with ease and confidence by phoning our
Customer Care Centre Monday – Thursday
9:00am–5:30pm, Friday 9:30am–5:30pm.
(Excluding public holidays.)
•
Or go on line through our Internet Accessory
ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk
•
Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
•
All enquiries transactions and distribution
facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK
Ltd.
•
It couldn’t be simpler!
•
Also available through our Internet is direct
shopping for a wide range of finished products,
take a browse on our website for further details.
.
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Supplied Accessories
Make sure that you have found all the following accessories in package:
Battery (model CGA-DU07):
Portable power supply for this DVD Video
Camera. Charge it before use.
Mains lead: EV11171
Connect between household AC outlet
and AC adaptor/charger.
AV/S output cable (model EW12525):
Used to play the picture played back on
the DVD Video Camera on TV screen, or to
output video to another video device.
AC adaptor/charger (model VSK0678):
Used to power the DVD Video Camera
from AC outlet, or charge battery.
Infrared remote control
(model VEQ4504):
Use to control the DVD Video Camera
from a distance.
Shoulder strap: TS16756
Attach to the DVD Video Camera to hang
it from shoulder.
DC power cord: EV11011
When powering the DVD Video Camera
from household AC outlet, use this cord
to connect the DVD Video Camera and AC
adaptor/charger.
Lithium battery (model CR2032):
To power the remote control.
WARNING: Keep
this battery away
from children. If
swallowed, consult
a physician
immediately for
emergency
treatment.
Lens cap and lens cap string: VDRM55EB: QX17716/VDR-M75EB: QX17756
Attach the lens cap when not recording,
to protect the lens.
8 cm DVD-RAM disc: LM-AF30B
To record video (movie) on this DVD Video
Camera.
This disc can be recorded on one side
only (single-sided).
Disc Cleaning Cloth: MS10812
Used to clean discs.
Do not use for purposes other than cleaning
discs.
Software CD-ROM:
Use this CD-ROM when connecting the
DVD Video Camera to PC.
USB cable (model EW12531):
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Optional Accessories
1) AC Adaptor/charger (VW-AD11EB)
2) Battery (Lithium/CGA-DU12/1150mAh)
3) Battery (Lithium/CGA-DU14/1360mAh)
4) Battery (Lithium/CGA-DU21/2040mAh)
5) Stereo Microphone (VW-VMS2E)
6) Tripod (VW-CT45E)
7) SD Memory Card
8) 8cm DVD-RAM (LM-AF30E)
9) 8cm DVD-RAM (LM-AF60E)
10) 8cm DVD-R (LM-RF30E)
11) Flash (VW-FLH3E: only for VDR-M75EB)
12) Video DC Light (VW-LDC10E)
•
Some optional accessories may not be available
in some countries.
•
Please consult your dealer for details and
availability.
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Names of Parts
6
8
1 243
10
911
(Inside the cover)
1 Lens cap string attachment hole (P. 33)
2 Internal stereo microphone (P. 49)
3 Infrared receiver (P. 35)
When the remote control is used to operate the
DVD Video Camera, this receiver will receive
the infrared signal.
5
7 Zoom lever (P. 55)
Push the lever to the T side for telephoto, or to
the W side for wide-angle.
8 Accessory shoe (P. 65)
Attach the optional flash.
9 USB port (To PC) (P. 127)
7
12
4 Recording indicator (P. 87)
The red indicator will light during recording.
5 Optical 10x zoom lens (VDR-M75EB)
Optical 24x zoom lens (VDR-M55EB)
(P. 55)
6 Lens hood
10 AV output jack (P. 67)
11 External microphone jack (P. 66)
12 2.5" type liquid crystal display (inside) (P. 6,
36)
Although the external appearances of VDRM55EB and VDR-M75EB are different, the
method of operating both models is identical.
VDR-M75EB illustrations are used in this
manual.
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13
142015 16 17 18
2119 22 23 24 25
13 Viewfinder (P. 6, 35)
14 Dioptre control (P. 35)
To adjust the focus of image appearing in the
viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.)
15 ACCESS/PC indicator (P. 8, 49, 50)
Will blink or light when the disc in DVD Video
Camera is accessed (write or read is executed)
or the DVD Video Camera is connected to PC.
16 Photo shot button (P. 50)
Used when shooting still images.
17 DISC EJECT lever (P. 44)
Press and release this lever to open disc guide.
18 Disc insertion block (P. 44)
19 BATTERY EJECT button (P. 40)
Press it when removing the battery.
20 Battery attachment platform (P. 40)
21 Record (REC) button (P. 49)
Used when recording movies.
22 LOCK switch (P. 23, 49)
In mode, set the LOCK switch to (to the
upper left) to lock the power switch so that it does
not accidentally move to .
From mode, you cannot move the LOCK
switch to the upper left to lock the power switch.
23 Power switch (P. 48, 49, 50)
24 Shoulder strap holders (P. 33)
25 Grip Belt (P. 32)
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32
33
34
35
29
282726
3130
37 38 39
26 FULL AUTO button (P. 64)
To switch the DVD Video Camera to full
automatic.
27 FOCUS button (P. 62)
To switch between manual focus and autofocus.
28 EXPOSURE button (P. 63)
Press this button to adjust the exposure.
29 BACK LIGHT (backlight compensation)
button (P. 51)
Press this button when subject is being lighted
from rear.
30 Screen display button (DISPLAY) (P. 61)
Press this button to display the details of image
being played back or camera setting status, or
switch the display off.
31 Volume control buttons (VOL)/ S R buttons
(P. 57, 62, 63)
To adjust the volume of sound from speaker,
etc.
32 Speaker (P. 57)
36
40
33 SELECT button (P. 92, 104)
34 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 89)
35 MENU button (P. 38, 73, 95)
Press this button to display the menu for setting
camera functions and Disc Navigation.
The camera menu will appear even if disc is not
loaded.
36 Stop/cancel button (P. 10, 57, 73)
To end playback or cancel setting of menu.
37 RESET button (P. 156)
To reset all settings to defaults (status when the
DVD Video Camera was shipped from the
factory).
38 CARD ACCESS indicator (P. 8, 50)
39 Card insertion block (P. 47)
40 Control buttons
Used for playback, pausing, fast forwarding, and
rewinding. Also used as directional buttons (up,
down, left, right) and to make a selection when
selecting scenes or menus.
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41
42
43
44
45
46
47
41 Photo shot button (P. 50)
42 START/STOP (REC) button (P. 49)
43 MENU button (P. 38, 73, 95)
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
49 ZOOM T button (P. 55)
50 DIGITAL ZOOM button (P. 55)
51 ZOOM W button (P. 55)
44 SELECT button (P. 92, 104)
45 Reverse search button (P. 58)
46 DELETE button (P. 95)
47 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 89)
48 OSD (Display) button (P. 61)
* The buttons on remote control will function the same as those on DVD Video Camera.
52 Reverse skip button (P. 59)
53 Forward search button (P. 58)
54 Play/pause button (P. 57)
55 Stop button (P. 10, 57, 73)
56 Forward skip button (P. 59)
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Setting Up the Battery
The CGA-DU07 battery provided with this DVD Video Camera has not been charged at purchase time:
Charge it before using the DVD Video Camera.
:
Note
•
Be sure to use the CGA-DU07/CGA-DU12/CGA-DU14/CGA-DU21 battery for the DVD Video Camera: Using other
batteries could cause the DVD Video Camera to malfunction, or result in fire.
•
Be sure to use the VSK0678 AC adaptor/charger to charge the battery: Using other chargers could cause electric
shock or fire.
•
Charge the battery at temperatures of 10-30°C.
Charging Battery
Use the provided AC adaptor/charger to charge the battery.
Connect the mains lead to AC adaptor/charger.
1
Plug the mains lead into AC outlet.
2
Press it in all the
way to the back.
CHARGE indicator
(Light on)
Charging
Battery charged status
z
You can find out the charged status of battery by checking the CHARGE indicator on AC adaptor/charger:
Charge status CHARGE indicator
During charge Lit
Charge complete Goes out
:
Note
•
If the CHARGE indicator does not light when the AC
adaptor/charger is plugged into household AC outlet,
unplug it from household AC outlet, wait a few moments,
and then plug it into household AC outlet again. If the
CHARGE indicator still does not light, the AC adaptor/
charger may be faulty. Unplug it from household AC outlet
and consult your dealer.
•
See “Troubleshooting” on page 149, when the CHARGE
indicator blinks.
(Light off)
Charged
Remove the DC cord.
Attach the battery to AC adaptor/charger.
3
:
Note
When charging a battery, unplug the DC power cord from
the DC output jack on AC adaptor/charger.
Battery
Mains lead
AC adaptor/charger
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Record and Play Back Using Disc (Video and Photo)
•
Before You Begin
You can record both videos and photos on DVD-RAM disc; only videos on DVD-R disc.
Connect a power supply (P. 43).
1
It is recommended that you use a DVD-RAM disc for trial recording, since
you can delete the recorded contents (See page 26).
Mains lead
DC power cord
Connect everything in this sequence of a – d.
Insert a disc (P. 44).
2
1.Press down the DISC EJECT lever once and
release it.
2.Open the cover by hand and fit the disc onto
the spindle in the centre.
Pickup lens
Insert with the
recording/
playback side
facing inwards
AC adaptor/charger
:
Note
•
Do not use excessive force when opening the
cover.
•
Do not touch the pickup lens or the recording/
playback side of the disc.
This may impair recording and playback.
•
Insert the disc securely to prevent damage.
3.Close the cover.
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Start recording (P. 49).
3
1.Open the LCD monitor (See page 36).
3.Set the LOCK switch to (to the upper left)
to prevent accidental switching of recording
mode.*
* Only in mode.
2.Set the switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down on the button to the right of the power
switch.
Rotate
:
Note
When using an unformatted disc, format (initialize) it on this DVD Video Camera.
If unformatted disc is inserted into this DVD Video Camera, a message will appear: Format the disc following the
instructions on screen (P. 45, 118). Initializing the disc will erase all the recorded contents: Make sure the contents
on disc are not valuable before initializing the disc.
View the playback of recorded content on LCD monitor screen.
4
1.Open the LCD monitor (See page 36).
Align with this position
While pressing
4.Press the REC button to record movie, or
press the Photo shot button to record stills.
Recording will start.
Pressing the REC button again will stop
recording.
Photo shot button
REC button
3.Press the g button to stop playback.
2.After recording is finished, press the A
button.
The recorded scene will be played back.
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Record and Play Back Using Card (Photo)
Only photos can be recorded on card.
Connect power supply (P. 43).
1
Mains lead
3
DC power cord
Connect everything in this sequence of a – d.
Insert a card (P. 47).
2
1.Open the LCD monitor.
2.Open the cover of card insertion block with
power turned off.
AC adaptor/charger
3.Put in a card.
4.Insert the card all the way until it locks.
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Start recording (P. 50).
3
1.Open the LCD monitor (See page 36).
2.Set the LOCK switch to (to the lower right).
View the playback of recorded content on LCD monitor screen.
4
1.Open the LCD monitor (P. 36). 2.Press the A button in recording pause
3.Set the switch to “ ” while pressing down on
the button to the right of the power switch.
Align with this position
Rotate
While pressing
4.Press the Photo shot button.
Pressing it once will record one photo.
Photo Shot button
status: the recorded scene will be played
back.
3.Press the g button to stop playback.
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Discs and Cards
The following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) that can be used on this DVD Video Camera
and the functions which are available with them:
Function DVD-RAM disc DVD-R disc
Recording movie
Recording still
Deleting recorded image
Editing on this DVD Video
Camera
Playback on DVD player
Playback on DVD-RAM
recorder
*1: Can be played back on DVD players with the
*2: Must be finalised (see “Terminology”, P. 160) on this DVD Video Camera before DVD-R disc can be played back on
DVD player or DVD-RAM recorder (See page 120). May not be playable on some DVD players.
*3: Compatible with DVD player or DVD video recorders that conform to 8 cm DVD-RAM.
*4: Some DVD video recorders incorporate a device that can play back SD memory card.
*5: miniSD memory cards must be inserted in a special card adapter in order to be used.
∴∴
∴∴
∴∴
∴
*1*3
∴
*3
∴
mark.
*2
∴
*2
∴
∴
: Functions available; —: Not available
SD Memory Card/
miniSD Memory Card
*4
*5
Available Discs
Usable discs and logos
M
/
S
A
I
D
R
-
E
D
A
V
D
DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm)
DVD-R
[for General Ver. 2.0 (8 cm)]
This DVD Video Camera uses 8 cm DVD-RAM
discs and 8 cm DVD-R discs for camcorder use.
Discs inserted in a holder, cartridge, or caddy case
cannot be used. Always remove bare discs from
these containers prior to use.
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:
Note
•
It is recommended that you use Panasonic discs, since
their compatibility with this DVD Video Camera has been
confirmed. Using a disc other than one made by Panasonic
may not allow the DVD Video Camera to deliver optimum
performance.
•
It is necessary to initialise an unformatted disc. When an
unformatted disc is inserted into the DVD Video Camera,
a message will appear: Initialise the disc following the
instructions on screen (P. 118).
•
Image data edited on PC and certain types of image data
may not be visible on this DVD Video Camera.
•
Image data recorded on another device may not be
playable on this DVD Video Camera.
Information on DVD-R Disc
You cannot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete
any recorded images or data.
For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, this DVD
Video Camera writes control data to the disc in
order to automatically make adjustments when it is
inserted and ejected accompanying recording. If
the disc has no area for control date to be written,
recording may not be possible. To prevent this, do
not insert a DVD-R disc accompanying recording
more than 50 times. The DVD Video Camera will not
perform “write adjustment” unless recording is
made. In most cases, “write adjustment” will not be
performed when the DVD Video Camera is turned
on, from off, with the disc in it, or when the disc is
removed and then reinserted.
Using a new disc
z
Recording images to a DVD-R using the DVD Video
Camera:
The disc must be formatted. (P. 45)
Recording to a DVD-R using DVDfunSTUDIO:
Do not format the disc. (P. 135)
Finalising DVD-R disc
z
Before using the 8 cm DVD-R disc in a DVD player
or DVD video recorder that is compatible with 8 cm
DVD-R disc, the disc must be finalised on this DVD
Video Camera. For the finalising procedure of 8 cm
DVD-R disc, refer to “Finalizing DVD-R Disc
(Finalize Disc)” (P. 120).
:
Note
•
When using an unformatted DVD-R disc, it is necessary
to format it on this DVD Video Camera (See page 45).
•
Do not insert a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD Video
Camera that has not been finalised into a recordable
device, such as a DVD video recorder: the recorded data
may be damaged.
•
DVD-R discs edited and finalised on PC or those finalised
on another DVD video recorder may not be playable on
this DVD Video Camera, depending on the editing
software used or recorded status of DVD-R disc.
•
Refer to the remaining time indicated on the LCD of DVD
Video Camera to check a capacity of a DVD-R disc.
•
DVD-R VR mode is not supported.
Examples of Discs that cannot be used on this DVD Video Camera
•
DVD-RAM (2.6 GB) Ver. 1.0
•
DVD-R (3.9 GB) Ver. 1.0
•
DVD-R (4.7 GB) for Authoring Ver. 2.0•CD-R
•
DVD -RW
•
DVD +RW
•
DVD +R
•
DVD -ROM
•
DVD-Video
•
CD-RW
•
CD
•
LD
•
MO
•
MD
•
iD
•
Floppy disk
•
Discs other than those with diameter
of 8 cm
•
CD-ROM
:
Note
Discs recorded on PC or DVD video recorder may not be playable on this DVD Video Camera; if so, the message “This
disc cannot be used.” will appear. Also, blue thumbnails will appear (Fig. 1* on page 28), or normal playback will not be
possible.
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Handling Discs
Using discs
z
DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate
recording media. Carefully read the following
cautions and observe them:
•
Always use a brand new disc when recording
important material.
•
Be sure not to touch the disc surface, and be
careful that no dirt adheres to it.
•
If there is dust, a scratch, or dirt on disc or if it is
warped, the following phenomena may occur:
− Block noise in playback
image
− Momentary stop of playback
image
− Sound interrupted during
playback, or abnormal sound
− Blue thumbnail display*
(Fig. 1)
Block noise
001/ 006All Programs
− Disc cannot correctly be
recognised
− Delay between video
and audio
Even if disc is normal, the
above phenomena may
PLAY
*
(Fig. 1)
occasionally occur. While the ACCESS/PC
indicator is lit, do not subject disc to vibrations or
impact, and avoid using DVD Video Camera at
extremely high or low temperatures, or in
environment where condensation is likely to
occur.
•
When recording images,
the DVD Video Camera
001 / 002All Programs
may avoid the portions of
disc where recording is not
possible, due to dust,
scratches, etc. [It will
pause m at such a
portion and automatically
restart recording (n).]
PLAY
(Recording one scene
may produce multiple
thumbnails.)
This will cause recording
to be interrupted for several seconds to several
minutes, and multiple thumbnails will be created
by one recording session as shown above. In this
case, the recordable time on disc will decrease.
•
Be careful when removing the disc since the
metal of removal slot of DVD Video Camera, and
disc itself, may be hot.
Storing discs
z
•
To store a disc, insert it in the plastic case you
received when you purchased it.
•
Take care that no condensation occurs on disc.
•
Do not place disc in following places:
− Direct sunlight for a long time
− Where humidity is high or in dusty place
− While there is heat from a heater, etc
Disc Cleaning
z
Use Disc Cleaning Cloth to lightly wipe off any dust,
dirt, etc. adhering to disc, as shown in the figure.
Never use solvent. Do not use thinner, water, antistatic spray, etc. to clean disc.
Use Disc Cleaning Cloth
to clean from inner to
outer circumference in
axial direction, or use
puffer to blow dust off disc,
like on camera lens.
RAM
Available Cards
RAM
mini SD Memory
Card Adapter
mini SD Memory
Card
SD Memory
Card
.
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Handling card
z
•
Do not use cards other than
the designated ones.
•
Be sure to use a brand new
card when recording vital
images.
•
Do not touch the card terminal
or allow it to touch metal.
•
Do not paste anything other
than exclusive label on label
pasting portion.
•
Do not subject card to impact, bend or drop it.
•
Do not disassemble card or modify it.
•
Do not expose card to water.
•
Do not use or store card in the following places:
− Where the temperature is high, such as in
vehicle at high temperatures, under burning
sun or near a heater.
− Where humidity is high, or in dusty place
•
Keep the memory card out of reach of children to
prevent swallowing.
•
When the write-protect switch on SD Memory
Card is locked, no recording, deletion or editing
will be possible on the card.
Write-protect switch
• miniSD memory cards must be inserted in a
special card adapter in order to be used.
Suitable SD Memory Card
z
On the Movie Camera, you can use SD Memory
Cards of the following capacity (from 8 MB to 1 GB).
Locked status
Te r mi n a l
miniSD Memory Cards
z
•
Be sure to insert miniSD Memory Cards in the
dedicated card adapter before use. Inserting a
card in the DVD Video Camera without the
adapter may damage the camera or the card.
•
Do not insert an empty card adapter in the DVD
Video Camera. Do not leave the adapter in the
DVD Video Camera while inserting or removing
miniSD Memory Cards. This may cause the DVD
Video Camera to malfunction.
Common cautions for disc and card
z
•
It is recommended that you create a backup file
for valuable data on hard disk of PC.
•
Do not do the following, or the data on card may
be damaged or lost:
− Do not remove the card or turn DVD Video
Camera off during reading or writing of data
− Do not use DVD Video Camera in a place
subject to static electricity or electrical noise
:
Note
•
We recommend that you use a Panasonic branded SD
Memory Card.
•
This DVD Video Camera can play back image data
recorded on other digital cameras conforming to the DCF
(Design rule for Camera File system) standard. The
range of image data playable on this DVD Video Camera
is that with pixels from 80 horizontal x 60 vertical to 4000
horizontal × 3000 vertical.
•
This camera is based on the DCF standards (Design rule
for Camera File system) which were established by the
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA). DCF is an integrated image file
format of digital cameras: Image files can be used on all
digital devices conforming to DCF.
•
Image data edited on PC and certain types of image data
may not be visible on this DVD Video Camera.
•
Image data recorded on another device may not be
playable on this DVD Video Camera.
8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB,
128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB (Maximum)
Please confirm the latest information on the
following website.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs
(This Site is English only.)
•
If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other
equipment, the time spent for recording may
become longer.
If the SD Memory Card is formatted on a PC, it
cannot be used on the Movie Camera.
Format the SD Memory Card on the Movie
Camera, in this case.
•
The Movie Camera supports SD Memory Cards
formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system.
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Storage Capacity on Disc or Card
Recordable Time of Movie (Video)
The recordable time will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 78 for the setting of recording
quality.
Movie recordable time on one disc (on single side) (when recording only movies)
Recording quality
XTRA Approx. 18 min
FINE Approx. 30 min
STD Approx. 60 min
*1: Variable bit recording (recording of more than 18 minutes may be possible because the transfer rate varies
automatically between approx. 3-10 Mbps)
*2: Transfer rate: Approx. 6 Mbps
*3: Transfer rate: Approx. 3 Mbps
Note
:
•
Audio in XTRA, FINE or STD mode is recorded in the
Dolby Digital format, which is the DVD video standard.
•
No movie can be recorded on SD Memory Card.
•
When using DVD-R disc, you cannot switch the movie
quality while recording on the disc: The DVD Video
Camera will be automatically set to the movie quality first
used with the disc for recording.
Disc used
Movie recordable time
*1
*2
*3
Image quality prioritized
Recording time prioritized
30
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