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Operating Instructions
DVD Video Camera
Model No.
VDR-M55EB
VDR-M75EB
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.uk/index.html
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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.
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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:
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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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marks beside headings
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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.
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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
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Recordable Stills (Photos) on Disc
Number of recordable stills on one
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side of disc: Up to 999
If the disc still has free space after recording 999
stills on it, movies can also be recorded on it.
Recordable Stills (Photos) on Card
The number of recordable stills will vary depending
on the recording quality: see page 79 for the setting
of recording quality.
For VDR-M55EB
Capacity
16 MB
32 MB
64 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
Approx. 108 Approx. 216 Approx. 432
Approx. 232 Approx. 464 Approx. 928
Approx. 480 Approx. 960
Approx. 960
Approx. 1,920 Approx. 3,840 Approx. 7,680
Approx. 3,840 Approx. 7,680
Approx. 7,500
For VDR-M75EB
Capacity
16 MB
32 MB
64 MB
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
Approx. 27 Approx. 36 Approx. 54
Approx. 58 Approx. 76 Approx. 116
Approx. 120 Approx. 160 Approx. 240
Approx. 240 Approx. 320 Approx. 480
Approx. 480 Approx. 640 Approx. 960
Approx. 960
Approx. 1,800 Approx. 2,400 Approx. 3,600
(The numbers of recordable stills above are only for
reference.)
Recording quality
FINE NORM ECO
Approx. 1,920
Approx. 1,920 Approx. 3,840
Approx. 15,360
Approx. 15,000 Approx. 30,000
Recording quality
FINE NORM ECO
Approx. 1,280 Approx. 1,920
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Note
•
Cards used in other devices may not be used in this DVD
Video Camera.
•
No movie or music data recorded on card can be
checked, viewed or heard on this DVD Video Camera. In
addition, no such a data file can be displayed on this DVD
Video Camera.
•
Use the remaining display function to check the
remaining free space on disc before use. See “Verifying
Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card (Capacity)” on
page 117.
•
Some still data recorded on this DVD Video Camera may
not be playable on another device.
Size and Quality of Photos
The pixel size of JPEG stills that can be recorded on
this DVD Video Camera is as follows:
Model Setting
VDR-M55EB 640 × 480 pixels
VDR-M75EB 1,280 × 960 pixels
The following table shows the file size and quality of
one JPEG still recorded on card:
File size
Quality
FINE
NORM
ECO
VDR-
M55EB
Approx.
128 KB
Approx.
64 KB
Approx.
32 KB
VDR-
M75EB
Approx.
512 KB
Approx.
384 KB
Approx.
256 KB
Although still images are recorded on DVD-RAM
disc only in the FINE mode, the quality mode can be
chosen when recording stills on card.
Application
When image
quality is
prioritized
Standard
When number of
stills is prioritized
(quality will be
slightly inferior)
:
Note
•
No still can be recorded on DVD-R disc.
•
See page 29 for “Suitable SD Memory Card”.
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Setup
This section explains preparations for recording - setting up the DVD Video Camera and battery.
Setting Up the DVD Video Camera
Holding DVD Video Camera
Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD Video
Camera up to the base of your thumb.
Put your hand in a position where you can easily
operate the REC button, Photo shot button, and the
Zoom lever.
Adjust the length of grip belt so that the DVD Video
Camera is stable when you press the REC button
with your thumb.
:
Note
Do not adjust the
and be damaged.
grip belt
while holding the DVD Video Camera: Doing this could cause the DVD Video Camera to fall
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Attaching Shoulder Strap
Be sure to pass through the 2 slots.
Pass the shoulder strap through
the shoulder strap attachments
Attaching Lens Cap
Pass the provided string through the hole in the grip belt Attachment part and pass it through the hole in
the lens cap.
Attach the lens cap string to lens cap.
1
Shorter side is for the lens cap.
Attach the string to the attachment hole of DVD
2
Video Camera.
Detaching the grip belt makes things easier.
:
Note
•
Always keep the lens cap on when not using the DVD
Video Camera, to protect the lens.
•
When recording, attach the lens cap to the grip belt by
hooking the tab inside the cap onto strap for comfortable
shooting.
Push the both sides of cap inward and attach it
3
over the lens.
Push and fit
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Inserting Battery into Remote Control
Insert the provided lithium battery into remote control.
Pull the battery holder out towards yourself while
1
pressing a thin rod or other object into the PUSH
hole.
Insert the button type battery with the positive R
2
terminal facing down.
Battery holder
Removing Battery from Remote Control
Pull the battery holder out towards yourself while
1
pressing a thin rod or other object into the PUSH
hole.
Slide the battery holder to close it.
3
:
Note
The life of lithium battery is approximately one year. If the
battery is discharged, no operation is possible with remote
control. Replace the battery.
:
Warn in g
•
KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND
PETS.
•
IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT.
•
BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF NOT HANDLED
PROPERLY. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE
OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
:
Note
•
Replace the battery with a Panasonic CR2032. Use of
another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
•
Dispose of battery safely in accordance with local laws.
Do not dispose of in fire.
•
Do not short circuit the battery.
•
Do not hold the battery with the metallic tweezers.
•
Keep the battery in a dark, cool, dry place.
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WARNING
“THE LITHIUM BATTERY IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT
(TYPE NUMBER CR2032 MANUFACTURED BY
PANASONIC).
IT MUST NEVER BE SUBJECTED TO EXCESSIVE
HEAT OR DISCHARGE. IT MUST THEREFORE ONLY
BE FITTED IN EQUIPMENT DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY
FOR ITS USE.
REPLACEMENT BATTERIES MUST BE OF THE SAME
TYPE AND MANUFACTURER.
THEY MUST BE FITTED IN THE SAME MANNER AND
LOCATION AS THE ORIGINAL BATTERY, WITH THE
CORRECT POLARITY CONNECTIONS OBSERVED.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-CHARGE THE OLD
BATTERY OR RE-USE IT FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.
IT SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF IN WASTE PRODUCTS
DESTINED FOR BURIAL RATHER THAN
INCINERATION.”
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Using Remote Control
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To operate the DVD Video Camera with the remote
control, point it to the infrared receiver before
pressing buttons. If it dose not work properly, do not
forget the pointing to repeat the action. The remote
controllable distance is up to 5 m.
Infrared
receiver
m
5
.
ox
r
p
p
A
Viewing Subject through Viewfinder
Pull out the viewfinder.
1
Turn the dioptre control knob to adjust the focus
2
to suit your eyesight.
Dioptre control
:
Note
•
When using the remote control, make sure that the
infrared receiver on DVD Video Camera is not exposed to
direct sunlight or any intense light. If the infrared receiver
is subject to light stronger than the infrared light from
remote control, the DVD Video Camera cannot be
operated by remote control.
•
If there is an obstacle between the remote control and
infrared receiver on DVD Video Camera, remote control
may not be possible.
•
Depending on the type of fluorescent lamp, the remote
control may not work properly.
Caution
:
Do not lift the DVD Video Camera by holding the
viewfinder or LCD monitor: If the viewfinder or LCD
monitor comes off, the DVD Video Camera will fall.
Pull out the
viewfinder.
:
Note
•
If no image appears in viewfinder, refer to “Check 6” on
page 140.
•
If the LCD monitor is open approximately 90°, the
viewfinder will be off.
•
Focusing will not be correct unless the viewfinder is
pulled out.
•
See “LCD/EVF Setup” (P. 85) for information on
displaying the viewfinder image regardless of whether
the LCD monitor is open or closed.
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Viewing Image on LCD Monitor Screen
Open the LCD monitor.
1
The LCD monitor has a portion where you can
hook your finger. Hook the finger there to open
the monitor.
:
Note
•
See “LCD/EVF Setup” (P. 85) for information on displaying
the viewfinder image regardless of whether the LCD
monitor is open or closed.
Range where the LCD monitor can
z
be moved
The LCD monitor can be opened up to
approximately 90°.
If the LCD monitor is open 90°, it can be tilted with
the screen down as much as 90°, and can also be
tilted with screen up and turned up to 180° so the
screen faces in the same direction as the lens.
If the LCD monitor is turned 180° so the screen
faces in the same direction as the lens during
recording, subject image will also appear in the
viewfinder as an mirror image (left/right reversed).
Tilt the LCD monitor to adjust its vertical angle so
that you can see the screen easily.
Grab the bottom
with your finger
and pull it out.
90°
:
Note
•
If no image appears on LCD monitor screen, refer to
“Check 7” on page 140.
•
Be sure to open the LCD monitor approximately 90°
before changing its vertical angle.
•
Do not record for a prolonged time with the LCD monitor
facing outside in close contact with the DVD Video
Camera body (see diagram, right): Doing this could
cause the DVD Video Camera and LCD monitor to
become hot.
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Closing LCD Monitor
Before closing the LCD monitor, be sure to reset it
at right angles to the DVD Video Camera.
Replace the LCD monitor on the DVD Video
Camera with the LCD screen facing inward until a
click is heard.
:
Note
•
Be sure to return the LCD monitor at right angle to the
DVD Video Camera before closing it or replacing it on the
DVD Video Camera with its screen facing outside. If the
LCD monitor is tilted, it cannot be closed to the DVD Video
Camera.
•
If the LCD monitor is not securely locked to the DVD
Video Camera, no image will appear in the viewfinder.
:
Caution
Do not lift the DVD Video Camera by holding the
viewfinder or LCD monitor: If the viewfinder or LCD
monitor comes off, the DVD Video Camera will fall.
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Setting Date and Time
Set the current date and time so that the date and time you make a recording can be recorded correctly.
The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set.
Turn the DVD Video Camera on.
1
Press the MENU button.
2
The menu screen will
appear.
Press the f / e button
3
to choose “Date Setup”
and then press the c
button to choose “Date
Set”.
Press the c button.
4
The figure for the day will
be selected.
[The digit that is
highlighted first depends
Camera Funct i ons Setup
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AE : A u t o
Progra
W
hi te Bal. : Auto
SIS :
O
Dig. Z
oom
: 40x
Wind Cut:O
ENTER RETURN
Da te Se tu p
Da t e S et
Da t e Mode
ENTER RETURN
Da te S et u p
1. 1. 2005
Da t e S e t
Da t e Mode
ENTER RETURN
on the date display format
(set up in Date Mode): The digit on the left end of
the date display will be first highlighted.]
:
Note
After highlighting the day, press f / e button to
change the day. If you press the
changing the day, the screen for verifying the set date
will appear instead of screen for setting month, year or
time.
A
button after
n
ff
1.
1. 2005
RAM
12 :00
RAM
12 :00
RAM
Press f/ e/d/c buttons
to select, and then press
activate.
Press the f / e button to change the day.
5
A
to
Press the d / c button to move the highlight
to the month, then repeat step5 to set the current
date and time.
:
Note
To stop date/time setting midway, press the C button.
After setting the current
6
date and time, press the
A button.
The screen for verifying
the set date will appear.
If the displayed date and time are correct, use the
7
Da te Se t
21. 3. 2005
Da te set up?
ENTER
8:00
YES NO
control buttons to choose “YES”, and then press
the A button.
The date and time will be set, and the DVD Video
Camera will enter the recording pause status.
Choosing “NO” will restore the menu screen.
Important Note
•
This DVD Video Camera incorporates a rechargeable
battery to store the date and time in memory. If this builtin battery is exhausted, the date and time will be reset. To
prevent this, connect the AC adaptor/charger to DVD
Video Camera every 3 months, and leave them for at
least 24 hours with the DVD Video Camera turned off:
The built-in battery will be charged.
•
The built-in battery cannot be compensated.
:
RAM
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WARNING
THE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS
EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED
BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WHEN
NECESSARY, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL
PANASONIC SUPPLIER.
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Changing Display Format of Date and Time
You can select one of three date display formats: day/month/year or month/day/year, year/month/day.
Associated with the selected date display, the time display format will also change as follows:
Display format Example of display
D/M/Y
M/D/Y
Y/M/D
17:00
30. 9.2005
5:00PM
SEP 30 2005
17:00
2005. 9.30
Press the MENU button.
1
The menu screen will appear.
Use the control buttons to
2
choose “Date Mode” on
the “Date Setup” menu
screen, and then press
the A button.
Da te Se tu p
Date Set
Da t e Mode
ENTER RETURN
The options will appear on the right of “Date
Mode”: The Z mark will be attached to the
currently selected option.
D/M/ Y
M/D/ Y
Y/M/D
Use the control buttons to
3
select the desired date
Da te Se tu p
display format, and then
press the A button.
ENTER RETURN
The menu screen for setting date will be
RAM
restored, and the “Date Mode” has been
changed as you designated.
Press the MENU button to switch off the menu
4
screen.
:
Note
If the date display format has been changed, the display
format during playback as well as during recording will also
be changed (See page 52).
Da t e Se t
Da t e Mode
M/D/ Y
RAM
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About the Battery
Attaching Battery to DVD Video Camera
Fit the battery to the battery attachment platform
1
on this DVD Video Camera and slide it downward
until a click is heard.
Te r mi n a l
on bottom
Removing Battery
After using the DVD Video Camera, remove the battery from it.
Press the BATTERY EJECT button: The battery
1
can be removed.
Slide the battery upward to remove it.
2
BATTERY
EJECT button
:
Note
•
Make sure that the battery is in the correct orientation.
•
Make sure that the battery is securely attached:
Incomplete attachment could cause the battery to fall,
resulting in damage.
:
Note
•
For safety, be sure to turn the DVD Video Camera off
before attaching or removing the battery.
•
Be careful not to drop the removed battery.
•
If the battery remains attached, minute level current will
flow even if the DVD Video Camera is off, and the battery
will discharge.
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Recordable time with fully charged
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battery (with no zoom operation,
etc.)
The reference for DVD Video Camera recordable
time with fully charged battery [with model CGADU07]:
VDR-M55EB
XTRA When using viewfinder approx. 85 min
When using LCD monitor approx. 70 min
FINE When using viewfinder approx. 85 min
When using LCD monitor approx. 70 min
STD When using viewfinder approx. 100 min
When using LCD monitor approx. 85 min
VDR-M75EB
XTRA When using viewfinder approx. 70 min
When using LCD monitor approx. 60 min
FINE When using viewfinder approx. 70 min
When using LCD monitor approx. 60 min
STD When using viewfinder approx. 80 min
When using LCD monitor approx. 70 min
(approx.)
The time is only for reference: It varies depending
on recording contents.
Without any extraordinary operation,
such as zooming:
The continuously recordable time of DVD Video
Camera in the left table shows the time available
when the DVD Video Camera is in the recording
mode without using any other function after
recording is started. In actual recording, the battery
will discharge 2-3 times faster than this reference,
since the REC button and zoom are being operated,
and playback is performed. Assume that the
recordable time with a fully charged battery is
between 1/2 and 1/3 of the time in the left table, and
prepare the number of batteries to allow for the time
you are planning to record on the DVD Video
Camera.
Note that the battery discharges faster in cold
places.
The time taken for charging the
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battery is as follows at 25°C
CGA-DU07
90 min
:
Note
•
See page 149 when charging is not possible.
•
The charge time will vary depending on the battery
remaining level.
•
During and after charging, the battery will be warm, but
this does not indicate a fault.
•
If the following phenomena appear, the battery may be
dead: Replace it.
- Charging does not start within 10 seconds (the
CHARGE indicator does not light).
- The battery cannot be charged up to 75% if more than
9 hours has elapsed after charging started.
- The battery cannot be fully charged if more than 5 hours
has elapsed after it was charged to 75%.
•
Charge the battery at ambient temperature 10°C to 30°C.
Charging at temperatures other than this range could
damage the battery.
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Battery Remaining Level Indicator
When the battery is used to power the DVD Video Camera, the battery remaining level appears in the
viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows:
Fully charged Nearly empty
(Blinks)
White portion shows remaining level
:
Note
The remaining level indicator “w” may be displayed for an extended period, and “x” or “y” may be displayed for
a shorter period.
Efficient Use of Battery
Charge battery immediately before using DVD
Video Camera:
The battery will slightly discharge even if it is
detached from the DVD Video Camera. If the
battery is left attached to DVD Video Camera, it will
consume a slight amount of power.
It is recommended that you charge the battery
shortly before using the DVD Video Camera,
usually on the day before you plan to use it.
Since the battery used for this DVD Video Camera
is free from the memory effect, you do not need to
completely discharge the battery before charging it.
When not using the DVD Video Camera for an
extended period:
It is recommended that you fully charge the battery
once a year, attach it to DVD Video Camera and use
it up; then remove the battery and store it in a cool
place again.
Store in cool, dark place:
When you are not using the DVD Video Camera,
remove the battery and store it in a cool, dark place.
If you store it in a place where the temperature is
high, the battery life will be shortened. Be especially
sure not to store the battery in an environment (in a
closed vehicle) over 60°C. Neglecting this could
damage the battery.
Battery life:
The battery life varies greatly depending on the
ambient environment and how often the DVD Video
Camera is used. If the usable time of DVD Video
Camera with a fully charged battery is noticeably
short, the battery is probably dead: Purchase a new
one.
Power save and discharge of battery:
It is recommended that you turn the DVD Video
Camera off in status other than recording, since
even during recording pause battery power is
consumed at the same level as during recording.
If, when you specify “Power Save: On”, the
recording pause status continues for approximately
5 minutes, the DVD Video Camera will
automatically turn off.
To set or release “Power Save”, see “Turning DVD
Video Camera Off Automatically (Power Save)” on
page 86.
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Using DVD Video Camera with AC adaptor/charger
It is recommended that you use the AC adaptor/charger to power the DVD Video Camera from household
AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors.
:
Note
Be sure to use the specified AC adaptor/charger (VSK0678) to power the DVD Video Camera. Using other AC adaptor/
chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire.
Mains lead
DC power cord
1
Connect the mains lead to AC adaptor/charger.
2
Plug the mains lead into AC outlet.
3
Plug one end of DC power cord into the DC
output jack on AC adaptor/charger.
4
Attach the other end of DC power cord to the
battery attachment platform on DVD Video
Camera.
AC adaptor/charger
:
Note
The AC adaptor/charger can be used around the world. An
AC plug adaptor is required in some foreign countries. If
you need one purchase it from your distributor.
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Inserting and Removing Disc
Inserting Disc
1
Press the DISC EJECT lever down once and
release it.
A few moments after the ACCESS/PC indicator
blinks, the cover of disc insertion block will open
slightly.
2
Open the cover by hand and fit the disc onto the
spindle in the centre.
Pickup lens
DISC EJECT
lever
:
Note
•
The exposed disc portion must face in the same
direction as the lens, as shown in figure.
•
The recording/playback side must face the inside
(DVD Video Camera).
•
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.
•
When you open the lid, the ACCESS/PC indicator
flashes red. Do not leave the lid open.
Recording/
playback side
Push the shaded
portion.
3
Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on
the cover of disc insertion block, to close the
cover.
4
Turn the DVD Video Camera on ( or ).
When “DISC ACCESS” disappears, the DVD
Video Camera is ready for recording.
:
Note
Immediately after a disc is inserted or recording is finished:
If the ACCESS/PC indicator is lit or blinking immediately
after a disc is inserted or recording is finished, then the disc
is spinning and disc information is being saved. If the power
supply is cut off while this is happening, the disc may
become unusable. For this reason, the power cord must not
be unplugged and the battery must not be removed when
the ACCESS/PC indicator is lit or blinking immediately after
a disc is inserted.
While the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or
blinking, do not cause impact or vibration to the DVD Video
Camera.
ACCESS/PC
indicator
Identifying recording/playback
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sides of disc:
This section describes doublesided discs. Note that the included
DVD-RAM disc is a single-sided
disc.
Single sided disc:
The recording/playback side is
opposite to the labelled side.
Double-sided disc:
The “SIDE A” recording/
playback side is opposite to the
“SIDE A” marked side.
The “SIDE B” recording/
playback side is the “SIDE A”
marked side.
“SIDE A” mark
M
/
S
A
I
D
R
-
E
D
A
V
D
The opposite
side is the “SIDE
A” recording/
playback side.
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:
Note
•
Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless the battery or
AC adaptor/charger is connected to DVD Video Camera.
•
If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to
“Check 4” on page 139.
•
The disc insertion orientation is specific. Forcibly
inserting a disc in the wrong orientation could damage
the DVD Video Camera or disc.
•
If the disc is not correctly inserted, the cover will not close.
Never try to forcibly close the cover: this could cause
damage. Reinsert the disc properly.
•
If a single-sided disc is inserted into DVD Video Camera
with the printed label facing the inside, an error message
will appear. Remove the disc and reinsert it with its
recording/playback side facing the inside. See “Trouble
Messages” on page 141.
•
Do not allow the recording/playback side to become dirty
or scratched.
•
When using double-sided disc
Recording is possible on both sides of double-sided disc.
However, when recording or playback on one side is
finished, recording or playback will not move
automatically to the other side. Remove the disc once
from the DVD Video Camera, turn over the disc and insert
it again for continued use.
When using brand-new DVD-R disc
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Recognition of the disc will
start.
The messages on the right
will appear in sequence by
pressing the A button
between messages.
Format Disc
Disc is not formatted.
If it formats, it becomes
possible to use for camera.
NEXT
CANCEL
When recording on this
DVD Video Camera:
For
m
When first message “Format
the disc now?” appears,
choose “YES” and then
press the A button. The
disc will be formatted.
When formatting is
complete, “DVD-R disc,
Video mode cannot be
changed” will appear (See
page 145): After confirming
the contents, press the A
button to erase the
message.
Once formatted, a DVD-R
disc can no longer be
changed to a disc for PC, even if it has not been
recorded on this DVD Video Camera.
:
Note
See page 78 for movie quality mode.
at Disc
However, when you record
from PC connection
terminal,
please do not format.
NEXT
CANCEL
Format Disc
Format the disc now?
YES NO
ENTER
When recording data from PC:
While the above messages are being displayed,
press the C button, or when message “Format the
disc now?” appears, choose “NO” and then press
the A button.
If data from PC has not yet been recorded, the disc
can be made usable on this DVD Video Camera.
When inserting the disc into this DVD Video
Camera, the same message will appear: If you wish
to use it on this DVD Video Camera, choose “YES”.
:
Note
Do not initialise a disc on which you wish to record data
created using the application (DVDfunSTUDIO) of PC.
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Removing Disc
1
Press down the DISC EJECT
lever once and release it.
In a moment, the
cover of disc
insertion
compartment
will open
slightly.
Open the cover by
2
hand and remove the
disc.
While pressing down
on the spindle, grasp the
edge of the disc and
gently lift it out.
:
Note
•
Do not use excessive force
when opening the cover.
•
Do not touch the pickup
lens or the recording/
playback side of the disc.
•
If the disc cover is open, the power will not turn off even
if the power switch is set to “OFF”.
•
When you open the lid, the ACCESS/PC indicator
flashes red. Do not leave the lid open.
Pickup lens
:
Note
•
It is recommended that you turn the DVD Video Camera off
before inserting or removing disc to prevent misoperation.
•
If the disc cover is open, the power will not turn off even
if the power switch is set to “OFF”.
•
Do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor/
charger during removal of the disc or until power is
completely turned off: If you do, the disc cover will not
open. If this happens, reattach the battery or AC adaptor/
charger, push down the DISC EJECT lever once, and
then release it.
•
Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm DVD-RAM or
DVD-R disc into the disc insertion block: Doing so could
cause malfunctions.
•
Set the power switch to “OFF” to turn the DVD Video
Camera off.
•
When inserting or removing the disc, be careful not to
touch the inside of DVD Video Camera [especially, the
lens of laser pickup (see “Terminology” on page 160)].
•
When inserting or removing the disc, connect a charged
battery or AC adaptor/charger to the DVD Video Camera:
The disc cover will not open unless the DVD Video
Camera is powered.
3
Gently push the section
labelled “PUSH CLOSE”
on the cover of disc
insertion block, to close
the cover.
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Inserting and Removing Card
1
Turn the DVD Video Camera off.
2
Open the LCD monitor.
3
Open the cover of card
insertion block.
4
Insert card with its terminal
inward until it locks.
Label pasting
portion
Removing Card
Push the centre of card
edge: The card will come
out so that it can be held by
fingers.
:
Note
•
Do not close the LCD monitor while the cover is open.
•
Do not push the label pasting portion of Card when
removing it: Doing so could damage Card.
•
No card is provided with this DVD video camera. Buy
cards if you need them.
5
Close the cover of the card
insertion block until you
hear a click.
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Basic Techniques
“
This section explains about recording of movies and still images, and also basic settings on DVD Video
Camera.
Basic Handling of DVD Video Camera
Turning DVD Video Camera On and Off
Set the switch to the appropriate recording function
while holding down the button to the right of the
power switch.
Rotate
Align with
this position
While
pressing
”:
To record still on SD
Memory Card or miniSD
Memory Card.
“OFF”:
The DVD Video Camera
will turn off.
“”:
To record movie on DVDRAM or DVD-R disc.
“”:
To record still on DVDRAM disc.
:
Note
•
Once you turn the DVD Video Camera on to let it
recognise the disc, you can immediately record or play
back by turning the DVD Video Camera on again.
However, if the disc is left in the DVD Video Camera for an
extended period, it will take some time for the DVD Video
Camera to recognize the disc again (See page 139).
•
It will take some time for the DVD Video Camera to
display the Disc Navigation screen after power is turned
on.
•
If you turn the DVD Video Camera on, the ACCESS/PC
indicator will light or blink to show that the DVD Video
Camera is recognising the disc or card: During this time,
no operation, such as recording, can be performed.
After several seconds, the ACCESS/PC indicator will go
out, and operating the DVD Video Camera will be
possible.
If the ACCESS/PC indicator does not go out, refer to
“Check 4” on page 139.
Power ON status
During playback, set the power switch to “ ” or
“ ” when using disc, or set it to “ ” when using
card.
Tur n the switch while holding down the button at the
right of switch.
48
ACCESS/PC
indicator
CARD ACCESS
indicator
•
When the DVD Video Camera is turned on, the selfdiagnosis function will work and a message may appear.
In this case, refer to “Trouble Messages” on page 141
and take corrective action.
•
While the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit
or blinking, do not give a strong impact or vibration to the
DVD Video Camera.
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Recording Movie
12
Before You Begin
ACCESS/PC indicator REC button
Powe r switch
• Insert a recordable DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc in to this DVD Video Camera.
Pressing REC once
will start recording;
pressing it once
again will
temporarily stop
recording.
1 Turn the DVD Video Camera on.
Set the power switch to “ ” to turn the DVD
Video Camera on.
After the ACCESS/PC indicator goes out,
perform the subsequent operation:
2
Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or
LCD).
If using the viewfinder, pull it out.
3
Press the REC button.
The “m” mark in the viewfinder or on the LCD
screen will change to the “n” mark, and
recording will start.
During recording, the recording indicator on the
front of DVD Video Camera will light.
Pressing REC again during recording will set the
DVD Video Camera to the recording pause
status.
•
Sound is recorded from the stereo microphone on the
front of DVD Video Camera. Take care that this
microphone is not blocked.
•
You can press the REC button immediately after the DVD
Video Camera enters the recording pause status, but no
further recording can be made while “DISC ACCESS” is
being displayed. Recording will restart after the message
disappear.
•
Do not turn power off while message “DISC ACCESS” is
being displayed.
•
Take care that power is not interrupted while the
ACCESS/PC indicator is blinking.
•
The minimum recordable time of movie is approximately
3 seconds.
•
See page 87 for setting of Record LED (recording
indicator) On/Off.
•
For various functions available during recording, see
“Setting Up Camera Functions” on page 74.
•
Panasonic cannot be responsible for video and audio
that cannot be recorded or edited because of any defect.
•
The power switch can be changed over even during
recording, but the operation will not be changed.
•
Each time the DVD Video Camera enters the recording
pause status, the counter display will be reset to
“0:00:00”.
•
When using DVD-R disc, do not perform the following, as
doing so may make the disc unusable.
- Using another device, doing additional recording on
DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD Video Camera
- Using this DVD Video Camera, doing additional
recording on DVD-R disc recorded on another device
•
It is recommended that you set the LOCK switch to
(to the upper left) to prevent the power switch in the
“ ” position from accidentally moving to “ ”.
•
Do not insert an unfinalized DVD-R in any other device.
Doing so may make the disc unusable.
4
When recording is finished, turn the DVD Video
Camera off.
:
Note
•
See “Check 1” on page 139 when recording movie is not
possible.
•
See “Check 4” on page 139 if it takes some time before
recording is possible.
•
See “Check 5” on page 140 if the DVD Video Camera
does not operate.
•
See page 52 for on-screen information display.
•
It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from
which recorded contents can be deleted.
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Recording Stills
:
Note
Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM disc and
card.
Photo shot button
13
2
Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or
LCD).
3
Press the photo shot button halfway down (half
press).
ACCESS/PC
indicator
CARD ACCESS
indicator
1
Turn the DVD Video Camera on.
When using DVD-RAM disc:
Set the power switch to “ ”.
When using card:
Set the power switch to “ ”.
After the ACCESS indicator goes out, perform
the subsequent operation:
The DVD Video Camera automatically focuses
on the subject at the centre of screen (when auto
focus is selected).
When the image is in focus, “m” is displayed in
pink.
4
Press the photo shot button all the way down (full
press).
The screen will turn black, and then the recorded
still will be displayed. When the “m” mark
appears, you can proceed with the next
recording; while “DISC ACCESS” or “CARD
ACCESS” is being displayed, you cannot
proceed with the next recording.
5
Set the power switch to “OFF” to turn the DVD
Video Camera off.
Turn power off only after message “DISC
ACCESS” disappears.
:
Note
•
See “Size and Quality of Photos” on page 31 for details
of stills on card.
•
See “Check 2” on page 139 if recording photos is not
possible.
•
Do not operate the power switch or remove the card while
the ACCCSS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or
blinking. Doing so may damage the card or the data on
card.
•
With VDR-M75EB, the range of screen in which
recording is possible will be different for movie and still.
•
The DVD Video Camera automatically sets the shutter
speed between 1/800 and 1/30 second (between 1/800
and 1/10 second if Programme AE has been set to Low
Light) depending on the subject brightness.
•
If focusing is difficult, use the manual focus function (P.
62).
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Compensating for Backlight
When subject is lighted from rear, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too
dark.
1
Press the BACK LIGHT button during recording.
REC
0:00:09
REM
Backlight correction icon
30MIN
FINE
SEP
30
8 : 00AM
The backlight correction icon will appear.
:
Note
•
Pressing the BACK LIGHT button will alternate between
backlight setting between on and off.
•
The backlight setting will automatically return to “off”
when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
2005
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On-Screen Information
Various types of information will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen during recording.
Information Display during Recording
12345
7
8
9
10
11
FINE
12
13
The above screen is an example for explanation: It is
different from the actual display.
10
FULL AUTO
DISC ACCESS
SEP 30 2005
6
REC
0:00:00
REM
30MIN
8:00AM
1. Recording mode
:Movie
: Still with disc
: Still with card
2. Programme AE
No display : Auto
b :Sports
c : Portrait
d :Spotlight
e : Surf & Snow
f : Low Light
White balance
No display : Auto
h :Set
i : Outdoor
j : Indoor
Image stabiliser (SIS)
No display : SIS OFF
: SIS ON
14
15
16
17
Manual focus
No display : Autofocus
o : (display in English or German):
Manual focus
: (display in French or Italian):
Manual focus
: (display in Spanish): Manual focus
3. Backlight compensation
No display : Backlight compensation OFF
m : Backlight compensation ON
4. Wind Cut (only in movie recording mode)
No display : Wind Cut OFF
:Wind Cut ON
Aspect*
1 *2
No display : 4:3
:16:9
Flash
*1
[For VDR-M75EB, only when Flash
(sold separately) is attached] (only in still
recording mode)
A : Emits light automatically (AUTO)
: Always emits light
: No light emission
5. Self timer (only in still recording mode)
No display : Self timer OFF
q10 : Self timer ON (countdown is from 10
seconds)
6. Recording status
n : During recording
m : During recording pause
No display
*3
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7. Zoom
W
(Digital Zoom: Off)
X
[Digital Zoom: 60x (VDR-M55EB),
40x (VDR-M75EB)]
Y
[Digital Zoom: 800x (VDR-M55EB),
240x (VDR-M75EB), only in movie
recording mode]
8. Exposure correction
9. FULL AUTO indicator
10. Warning message
11. Disc/Card type
I : DVD-RAM
K :DVD-R
J: DVD-RAM (write-protected)
M : DVD-R disc already finalized on this
DVD Video Camera
N : DVD-R disc finalized on a device other
than this DVD Video Camera
O :SD Memory Card
P : Locked SD Memory Card
No display
*4
12. Movie recording quality (only when using disc)
XTRA : Image quality prioritized
FINE : Standard
STD : Recording time prioritized
Still recording quality (when using card)
FINE : High quality
NORM : Standard
ECO : Number of recordable stills is
prioritised
13. Volume
:
The volume can be adjusted during external
input and playback.
14.Movie recording time (only in movie recording
mode)
15. Remaining space on disc/card
*5
REM XX MIN*6: Remaining recordable minutes
REM XX
*7
during movie recording
: Number of remaining
recordable still images during
still recording
16. Remaining battery level
w(full charge)
x
y
z(low remaining charge)
17. Current date/time
*1 Not displayed on VDR-M55EB.
*2 Displayed only in movie recording mode.
*3 When no disc or card is in the DVD Video Camera, or disc has not yet been initialised, a write-protected disc or
locked card, or a disc or card with no remaining space, has been inserted.
*4 When a disc or card that cannot be used in this DVD Video Camera is inserted
*5 No remaining time or number will be displayed with a protected disc or locked card, or finalised DVD-R disc.
*6 In XTRA mode, possible recording time may be longer than the displayed time.
*7 The displayed number of recordable stills is for reference: The decreasing number may not be correct, depending
on recording conditions (not displayed with a DVD-R disc).
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Switching the information display mode
z
You can switch the display mode of on-screen information:
Press the DISPLAY button.
The full and minimum display modes will alternate.
• Full display mode: All types of information will
appear.
• Minimum display mode: The recording mode
(see 1 on page 52) and recording status (see 6
on page 52) will appear. If the DVD Video
Camera has warning information, a warning
message will appear.
:
Note
The DVD Video Camera does not record the date and time as a part of image. However, this information during recording
will be recorded with image as data which can be checked on Disc Navigation screen during playback (See “Information
Display during Playback” on page 61).
Display when recording an image of yourself
z
When recording with the LCD screen facing the same direction as the lens,
the operating status will appear, and in addition, the battery remaining level
will blink when the battery has almost no remaining charge.
The following operating status indicator will light or blink to give warning
message to user. The message can be checked when returning the LCD
monitor 180° to the original status from the status in which the LCD screen
was facing the same direction as the lens.
* :The disc has almost no free space.
Q :Write-protected disc or locked card is loaded.
N :You are attempting to record a still on DVD-R
disc.
No display :Disc or card that cannot be used has been
Operating status/
warning message
Battery remaining
level
loaded.
l :The disc or card is full, or you are attempting to
record a copy-guarded image.
:
Note
•
If the LCD screen is set facing the same direction as the lens, the LCD screen will display a mirror image (left and right
reversed).
•
If the LCD screen is set facing the same direction as the lens, you can also view subject image in the viewfinder.
•
Although you can switch to the manual focus, exposure and on-screen display modes even during recording with LCD
screen facing the same direction as lens, they will not appear on the screen.
•
When the LCD monitor is opened and turned 180° with the Programme AE set to Low Light, the monitor screen will shine
white (P. 66).
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Zooming
This DVD Video Camera allows you to record using optical 24x (on VDR-M55EB) or 10x (on VDR-M75EB)
power zoom and digital zoom.
If you continue to hold the zoom lever on the “T”
control side with Dig. Zoom 60x or 800x specified
(on VDR-M55EB), or Dig. Zoom 40x or 240x
specified (on VDR-M75EB) the digital zoom will be
activated midway (when optical 24-power is
exceeded on VDR-M55EB or optical 10-power is
exceeded on VDR-M75EB). You can set the digital
zoom up to 60x (on VDR-M55EB) 40x (on VDRM75EB) in photo mode, and 60x and 800x (on VDRM55EB) or 40x and 240x (on VDR-M75EB) in video
mode.
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Dig. Zoom” on
the “Camera Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Choose the desired magnification, and then
Ca
m
era Funct i ons Setup
Program AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
Dig . Z
oom
Wind Cut
ENTER RETURN
240x
40x
Of f
RAM
press the A button.
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
Moving the zoom lever will display the digital
zoom bar.
* 800x will appear on VDR-M55EB; 240x will
appear on VDR-M75EB.
0:00:00
REM
30MIN
T
8:00AM
SEP 3 0 2005
FINE
When Dig. Zoom is "Off"
W
When Dig. Zoom is "On"(40x)
When Dig. Zoom is "On"(240x)*
(only in movie recording)
W
T
TW
Digital zoom range
Digital zoom range
:
Note
•
Dig. Zoom setting will be stored in memory even if the
DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
You can also use the DIGITAL ZOOM button on remote
*
control to switch the digital zoom setting. Pressing the
button during movie recording will switch the setting
between “Off”, “60x” and “800x” (on VDR-M55EB) or
“Off”, “40x” and “240x” (on VDR-M75EB). Pressing the
button during still recording will switch between “Off” and
“60x (on VDR-M55EB)” or “40x (on VDR-M75EB)”.
•
If you set zoom to 800x (VDR-M55EB), 240x (VDRM75EB) when recording still, digital zoom will be up to
“60x (on VDR-M55EB)” or “40x (on VDR-M75EB)”.
•
When a subject is zoomed, it may be momentarily out of
focus.
•
When digital zoom is engaged, the image quality will be
rougher.
•
When using card, zooming only up to “60x (on VDRM55EB)” or “40x (on VDR-M75EB)” is possible, even
when “800x” (on VDR-M55EB) or “240x” (on VDRM75EB) has been chosen.
•
If the power switch is set to “ ” with DVD-RAM disc
loaded, zooming only up to “60x (on VDR-M55EB)” or
“40x (on VDR-M75EB)” is possible, even when “800x” (on
VDR-M55EB) or “240x” (on VDR-M75EB) has been
chosen.
•
When you record pictures, with “24x” (on VDR-M55EB)
or “10x” (on VDR-M75EB) or more magnification, the
DVD Video Camera is susceptible to shake. We
recommend using a tripod (only for VDR-M55EB).
W:recording wide area
(wide-angle)
T: Recording enlarged
image (telephoto)
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Macro Recording
Use the macro function when recording a small object from close-up position: You can shoot the subject
as close as approximately 2 cm from the lens surface, magnifying the image to fill the screen.
1
Aim the DVD Video Camera at the subject, and
press down the zoom lever to “W” control side.
:
Note
•
Zoom can be used, but the subject may not be focused,
depending on the distance to the subject. In this case,
move the zoom to “W” control side to focus.
•
The amount of light tends to be insufficient during macro
recording. If the subject image is too dark, use additional
lighting.
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Playing Back
Before You Begin
• Insert a disc or card recorded on this DVD Video Camera (P. 44, 47).
• Turn the DVD Video Camera on (P. 48).
Playing Back
1
Press A button in the recording pause status.
The DVD Video Camera will enter the playback
mode, and the scene you recorded last will be
played back.
When playback is finished, the DVD Video
Camera will enter the pause status at the last
image on disc.
If the playback pause status continues for as
long as 5 minutes, the DVD Video Camera will
automatically return to the recording pause
status.
123
:
Note
•
During playback of movie, playback sound will be heard
from the speaker. Adjust the sound volume using the
volume control buttons (
•
You can play back the audio recorded in Dolby Digital
(2ch).
•
To temporarily stop playback, press the A button.
Press the
•
Even if you stop playback midway and immediately start
recording again, the new image will be recorded after the
last scene on disc or card (the previous images will not be
overwritten).
•
Image data edited on PC or certain types of image data
may not appear on this DVD Video Camera.
•
Image data recorded on another camcorder may not be
playable on this DVD Video Camera.
•
Depending on the amount of data to be played back, it
may take some time for the playback image to appear.
•
Do not operate the power switch or remove the card while
the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or
blinking: Doing so may damage the card or the data on
card.
A
S, R
).
button again to restart playback.
2
Press the C button.
Playback will stop, and recording pause status
will be restored.
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Playback from Start of Disc or Card
Use the Go To function (P. 60) or Disc Navigation
function (P. 89) to play back from the start of disc or
card.
Search Playback of Movie
During playback, press one of the following buttons
and hold it: Search playback will start.
Hold the c button: Scenes will be visually
scanned forward
Hold the d button: Scenes will be visually
scanned backward
Release the control buttons when you find the
desired image: Normal playback will start from that
point.
:
Note
•
See page 139 if search playback does not operate
normally.
Frame Advance/Frame Back/Slow Playback of Movie
During playback pause, press the following buttons:
Frame advance, frame back or slow playback will
start.
Press the c button : Picture will advance one
frame.
Press the d button : Picture will go back one
frame.
Hold the c button : Forward slow playback
Hold the d button : Reverse slow playback
After frame advance, frame back or slow playback,
the DVD Video Camera will enter playback pause
mode.
:
Note
•
In forward slow, a rapidly moving subject image may be
distorted.
•
The intervals for playing back frames in frame advance/
frame back/slow playback are as follows:
Frame advance and forward slow: Approx. 0.03 second
Frame back and reverse slow: Approx. 0.5 second
•
No sound will be heard during search playback or slow
playback.
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12
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Skip Playback of Movie
During playback, press the following buttons to
locate the start of desired scene.
Press the e button:To skip to the first image of
the scene following the one
being played back, and start
playback.
Press the f button:To return to the first image of
the scene being played back,
and start playback.
Hold the e button: To continuously locate the
beginnings of scenes,
starting from the scene
following the scene being
played back. When the
desired image appears,
release the e button:
Playback will start from that
point.
Hold the f button: To continuously locate the
beginnings of scenes
backward, starting from the
scene preceding the scene
currently being played back.
When the desired image
appears, release the f
button: playback will start
from that point.
Playing Back Stills
Press the following buttons during playback to
quickly play back stills in sequence.
Press the e button: to display stills one by one
forward
Press the f button: to display stills one by one
backward
12
Portion being played back
Press the f
button twice
Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3
Press the f
Pressing the
from the start of scene being played back will return to
the start of the scene preceding that being played
back.
:
Note
•
If you perform skip playback during playback pause, the
DVD Video Camera will enter the playback pause status
at the beginning of the located scene.
•
Pressing the e button in the last scene on disc will set
the DVD Video Camera to playback pause mode at the
last image.
•
See “Check 3” on page 139 if skip playback does not
operate normally.
Press the f
button once
Portion being played back
button once
Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3
f
button at a point several seconds
Press the e
button once
Press the e
button once
Press the e
button twice
Press the e
button twice
13
[When using disc]
Releasing the control buttons will start continuous
playback.
[When using card]
When the control button is released, the photo at
that point will be displayed, and then the DVD Video
Camera will enter playback pause mode.
Set the slide show function for continuous display
(P. 122).
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Jumping to Specified Point (Go To)
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1
Press the MENU button
during playback.
2
Choose the option (point
you want to go to), and
then press the A button.
Specifying the point to view
z
1
Choose “Specify” in step 2 above, and then
Go T o
Top
End
Spec i f y
ENTER RETURN
press the A button.
The screen for specifying the point to go to will
appear.
Position of currently
played back image
Go To
TOP ENDCURRENT
Cursor
2
Use the control buttons to select the desired time
0:00:00 0:24:240:03:26
TO P END ENTER CANCEL
Cursor position
Total recording time of
all selected scenes
0:03:26
GO TO
of chosen point.
Press the f button : To select the start.
Press the e button : To select the end.
Press the d or c button :
–
Press once: To move the cursor in 10-
second units (1-still units for
card)
–
Hold down: To move the cursor in 1-
minute units (10-still units
for card)
Go To
TOP
0:00:00 0:24:240:03:26
GO TO
TO P END ENTER CANCEL
(When the start of scene is selected)
Cursor at current image position.
Cursor at (GO TO) position.
ENDCURRENT
0:00:00
Top : To go to the start, and enter playback
pause.
End : To go to the end of last scene, and enter
playback pause.
RAM
Specify :To go to a specified point and enter
playback pause. See the following for
details.
3
Press the A button to enter the selection.
The DVD Video Camera will go to the specified
point and enter the playback pause status.
To cancel the “Go To” procedure midway, press the
g button before going to the specified point.
:
Note
•
If multiple scenes are selected using the Disc Navigation
function or SELECT button, choosing “Top” will jump to
the beginning of selected scenes (P. 116).
•
When multiple scenes are selected, the total time of
selected scenes will appear in the “total recording time”
display.
•
When card is loaded, the number of stills will appear.
•
The cursor may not move at same-pitch intervals.
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On-Screen Information Display
Information Display during Playback
Various types of information on recording will be superimposed on playback image you are viewing.
SEP 30 2005
No display Playback information
Switching the information display mode
z
display
Press the DISPLAY button: You can switch the
display mode of on-screen information.
When using disc:
Recording mode
Programme or Play List
*1
Scene No.
Programme No. or Play List No.
Repeat play
RAM00606 0:00:16
Disc type
*2
Playback
operation
Counter
*4
*5
*6
*3
When using card:
Scene No. File name Lock
*5
Slide Show
*5
*1
(movie), (still with disc) or (still with
card)
*2
678 Programme or 12345 Play List
*3
Number of programme or play list being played
back (not displayed when all programmes are
being played back)
*4
Refer to “Disc/Card type” on page 53.
*5
Will appear when each function is specified “On”
*6
a :Standard playback
b :Playback pause
c : Forward search playback
d : Reverse search playback
e :Forward skip playback
f :Reverse skip playback
g :Forward frame advance
h :Reverse frame back
:Forward slow playback
:Reverse slow playback
Refer to “Playing Back” beginning on page 57 for
how to operate.
The “j” mark will appear on the first image on
disc.
The “i” mark will appear on the last image on
disc.
Recording date/time
003 100—0003
Recording mode
• Recording date/time display: Shows the date/
*1
Playback operation
*6
time when recording was started. Even when
playback starts, the date/time display will not
advance.
• No display: No information will appear.
However, when the mode of playback operation
is switched, the symbol will appear for approx.
3 seconds.
:
Note
See “Using Disc Navigation” on page 89 and later for
explanation on programme and play list.
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Manually Focusing Subject
The DVD Video Camera measures the distance to a subject viewed at the centre of screen and
automatically focuses on it. If it is difficult to automatically focus the subject, adjust the focus manually.
Focusing during Recording
This DVD Video Camera automatically focuses a subject at the centre of screen (auto-focus).
When the DVD Video Camera is turned on, auto-focus will always be set.
Focusing range
You can switch the display mode of on-screen information:
• On T (tele) side: approximately 1 m from lens
surface to infinity
• On W (wide) side: approximately 2 cm from lens
surface to infinity
1
Press the FOCUS button during recording.
“MF” will appear on the screen.
0:00:00
REM
Manual Focus icon
30MIN
FINE
2
Press the zoom lever down to “T” control side to
SEP
zoom in on subject.
3
Use the S R buttons to adjust the focus, while
viewing the image in the viewfinder or on the
LCD screen.
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Adjust with ) and
( buttons
:
Note
•
Pressing FOCUS will alternate between manual focus
and auto focus. With auto focus, no indication will appear
on the screen.
•
Be sure to zoom in on your subject before manually
focusing on it. If you bring the subject into focus at the “W”
control side, focus will be faulty when you turn the zoom
lever to the “T” control side to zoom in on the subject.
•
Manual focus setting will be stored in memory even when
the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
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Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically focused.
Objects not in
the centre of
screen
Objects
moving rapidly
Object behind
glass with
water droplets,
dirt on it
Objects with
little variation
in brightness,
such as a white
wall
Objects lit by
neon sign,
spotlight, etc.
which glares or
emits strong
light
Night view
Objects that
are far and
near at the
same time
Dark objects
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Adjusting Exposure Manually
This DVD Video Camera measures the subject brightness and automatically adjusts the exposure. You
can also adjust the exposure manually.
1
Press the EXPOSURE button during recording.
The exposure indicator will appear on the
screen.
Exposure indicator
FINE
2
Use the S R buttons to adjust the exposure,
SEP
while viewing the image in the viewfinder or on
the LCD screen.
0:00:00
REM
30MIN
8:00AM
30
2005
Adjust with S and
R
buttons
:
Note
•
Pressing EXPOSURE will alternate between manual
adjustment and auto exposure. With auto exposure, no
indication will appear on the screen.
•
The exposure setting will be stored in memory even when
the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
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Using Auto Function
Pressing the AUTO button will fully automate the camera functions.
1
Press the AUTO button.
“FULL AUTO” will be displayed on the screen of
DVD Video Camera for several seconds.
FULL AUTO
FULL AUTO
The following settings will reset to defaults:
Function When setting full auto
Programme AE Auto
White balance Auto
Exposure Auto
Focus Auto
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Setting Flash
(See “Optional Accessories” on page 16)
When shooting stills, you can use the optional VW-
*1
FLH3E
instructions.
Flash (P. 16). Refer to the Flash manual for
13
:
Note
•
The DVD Video Camera automatically sets the shutter
speed between 1/800 and 1/30 second (between 1/800
and 1/10 second if Programme AE has been set to Low
Light) depending on the subject brightness (P. 74).
•
The available range of the Flash is about
1 - 4 m.
•
See “Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality)” on
page 79 if you want to change the still quality mode.
•
Dark subjects may not be in clear focus even if the Flash
is used. It is recommended that you light a subject when
recording in a dark place.
•
When you use accessories for hot shoe (only optional
VW-FLH3E), the power is supplied by this DVD Video
Camera. (Only for VDR-M75EB)
Setting of
Flash
AUTO
ON Always emits light
On-screen
information
2
A*
Manner of
emitting light
Automati call y
emits light in dark
place or in a place
lit from rear.
regardless of
brightness.
OFF No light emission.
1
*
Unusable on VDR-M55EB
2
*
Without light emission, the “A” display is cleared
when you press the Photo shot button halfway.
When using the flash, if you press the Photo shot
button half-way the indication will change to .
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Recording in Dark Locations Using the Light from the
LCD Monitor
When Programme AE is set to “Low Light”, you can use the light from the LCD monitor to record a subject.
1
Press the MENU button, and choose “Program
AE” from the “Camera Functions Setup” menu
screen.
2
Choose “Low Light”, and select it.
3
Press the MENU button to end setting.
4
Open the LCD monitor, turn it 180° so that it faces
the same direction as the lens: The LCD monitor
will shine white light.
:
Note
•
Use the viewfinder to check the image to be recorded.
•
The LCD monitor light allows you to record a subject up
to 1 m away even in a dark place.
•
If a subject cannot be focused properly, manually adjust
the focus.
Using External Microphone
Connect external microphone (generally available) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Video
Camera. Clearer sound can be recorded. Turn on the switch on microphone and start recording. For details
on microphone, see “Major Specifications” on page 157.
To external
microphone jack
:
Note
This DVD Video Camera cannot use a plug-in power type microphone (power supplied from video camera).
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VIDEOAUDIO
LR
VIDEOAUDIO
Viewing on TV Screen
Connecting to a TV
Use the provided AV/S output cable to connect the DVD Video Camera to a TV as follows:
To S-VIDEO
To AV output jack
AV/S output cable
(provided)
* If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can connect the S-VIDEO plug into it.
:
Note
•
Using S-VIDEO will deliver clearer playback status.
•
Before connecting, make sure that the volume on TV is
turned down: forgetting this may cause howling from the
TV speakers.
•
Insert the AV/S output cable plugs into jacks straight:
Obliquely inserting them could damage the jacks.
Stereo Type with
S-VIDEO Jack
S-VIDEO VIDEOAUDIO
Red
LR
White
Stereo Type
Red
White
input jack*
Ye l l o w
Ye l l ow
White
Red
Monaural Type
To video/
audio input
jacks
Ye l l o wWhite
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Viewing on TV Screen
1
Turn the TV on and set the input selector to
“VCR” whichever applicable Video input.
Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to
switch the TV input.
2
Turn the DVD Video Camera on.
The image that the DVD Video Camera is seeing
will appear on the TV screen.
You can also monitor the image on the LCD
screen or viewfinder of the DVD Video Camera.
3
Perform playback, recording or editing.
You can perform playback, recording or editing
in Disc Navigation while checking on TV screen.
123
:
Note
•
Adjust the volume of sound on TV.
•
The infrared remote control is useful when operating the
DVD Video Camera while viewing an image on TV
screen.
•
Information that the DVD Video Camera is recording will
appear on the TV screen: You can also display only part
of information or switch off the display. Refer to “Setting
On-Screen Display Output On or Off (OSD Output)” on
page 83, and press the DISPLAY button to switch the
display status.
•
When copy-guarded disc is played back, no image will
appear on TV screen.
•
If you use TV with wide mode (aspect ratio 16:9) and set
the TV to the wide mode, the entire Disc Navigation
display may not be displayed on the TV screen. If this
happens, release the wide mode setting on TV (see the
TV instruction manual for releasing the wide mode).
•
Depending on the TV you are using, flicker may occur
during frame advance, frame back or slow playback.
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Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player
You can use a DVD video recorder (see “Terminology” on page 159) or DVD player that conforms to 8 cm
DVD-RAM to play back DVD-RAM discs recorded on this DVD Video Camera. Note, however, that such
DVD-RAM discs are not compatible with all DVD video recorders and all DVD players.
1
Insert the disc into the DVD video recorder/
player and play it back.
See the instruction manual for DVD video
recorder/player.
:
Note
•
Do not insert a DVD-R disc that has not been finalised into
a DVD video recorder: the disc may be unusable.
•
When playing back disc on another device, the Disc
Navigation display will be different from the one on this
DVD Video Camera.
•
Depending on the DVD video recorder/player you are
using, flicker may occur during frame advance, frame
back or slow playback.
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To Customers who Have a DVD Video Recorder with
Hard Disk
The following is possible using the hard disk of DVD video recorder:
z
1
Writing the images recorded on DVD-RAM disc
in DVD Video Camera to hard disk of DVD video
recorder.
2
Dubbing the images recorded on hard disk to a
DVD-RAM disc or brand-new DVD-R disc.
(See the Operating Instructions of DVD video
recorder for details.)
Request when recording to hard disk of DVD
video recorder
• Image-only recorded discs can be used.
• Depending on the DVD video recorder you are
using, a disc with only still pictures or a disc on
which stills and images are mixed may not be
recordable to the hard disc.
(To record images from a mixed disc, refer to
[Creating a Image-only disc].)
• No images recorded on DVD-R disc in this video
camera can be recorded to hard disk.
• If your DVD video recorder has a card slot, you
can write the still images recorded on a card in
this video camera to disc or hard disk, so it is
recommended that you record still images on a
card in this video camera.
[Creating a Movie-only disc] (Use procedure A or B)
A. Delete all still images on disc using the video
camera (See page 95).
• Be sure to use this DVD Video Camera to
delete images: If you use the DVD video
recorder to delete images, the images
remaining on disc cannot be recorded to hard
disk.
B. Use the Disc Navigation menu of DVD Video
Camera to copy still images to card, and then
delete those still images on disc (See page 102).
• You can also connect the DVD Video Camera
and DVD video recorder via the provided AV/S
output cable to record images to hard disk. Note,
however, that the image quality will be slightly
inferior.
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Playback on DVD Player
2
1
Finalise a recorded DVD-R disc.
You need to finalise a disc to play it back on DVD
player: See page 120.
No further data can be recorded on finalised disc.
:
Note
Use this DVD Video Camera to finalise the DVD-R disc
recorded on the DVD Video Camera.
2
Insert the disc into the DVD player and play it
back.
See the instruction manual for DVD player.
:
Note
•
DVD-R discs recorded on this DVD Video Camera can be
played back on other DVD players, but playback on all
DVD players is not guaranteed.
•
Playback may not be possible on some DVD players, or
it may depend on the recorded status of DVD-R discs. In
such cases, play back the DVD-R disc on this DVD Video
Camera.
•
Depending on the DVD player you are using, flicker may
occur during frame advance, frame back or slow
playback.
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Recording (Dubbing) Images
Recording (Dubbing) Images on Other Video Devices
You can record (dub) images played back on this DVD Video Camera, on other video devices.
Use Disc Navigation to create a play list by selecting desired scenes of those recorded on this DVD Video
Camera (P. 109).
Use the AV/S output cable (provided) to connect the DVD Video Camera to another video device as shown
in the following figure:
Signal flow
To AV output jack
AV/S output cable
(provided)
*If the video device to be connected has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can connect it to the DVD Video Camera.
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Press the MENU button.
3
Choose “Play” on the “PlayList” menu screen,
and then press the A button.
4
Use the “Start PlayList” screen to select the play
list to be recorded (dubbed), and then press the
record button on the connected device. The DVD
Video Camera will start playback and the
recorded device will record (dub) it.
:
Note
•
Using S-VIDEO will deliver clearer images.
•
Audio is heard from the speaker. If the volume is too high,
noise may enter the dubbed image.
•
Be sure to use the AC adaptor/charger to power the DVD
Video Camera from household AC outlet, to prevent
battery power from shutting off during recording on
another video device.
To S-VIDEO
input jack of
VCR, etc.*
Yellow
White
To video/audio
input jacks
Red
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Advanced Techniques
This section explains about various settings to further extend the usefulness of this DVD Video Camera.
Understanding Flow of Menu
Press the MENU button during recording pause. The “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen will appear.
Press f/e/d/c buttons to select a menu item, and then press the A button to choose the option.
The screens used here to explain are displayed when DVD-RAM disc is used. Some items will not appear
when a DVD-R disc or card is used, or when no disc or card is inserted.
<Interpreting screen for setting>
Display of selected
setup item
Selection of setup items
S
: Camera Functions
Setup
T
: Record Functions
Setup
: Date Setup
V
: LCD/EVF Setup
W
: Initial Setup
Camera Funct i ons Setup
Program AE
W
hi te Ba l.
SIS
Dig. Zoo
Wind Cut
ENTER RETURN
Guide display
Auto
Sports
Portrait
m
Spo t l i gh t
Surf&Snow
Low L i ght
Settable functions
RAM
Settable options
Shows of disc or card
being used (P. 53)
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Flow of Menu
z
Refer to page indicated for details of each function. Movie functions for VDR-M75EB are described below.
Camera Functions Setup
Camer a Func t i ons Se t up
Program AE :
W
hi te Bal. :
SIS :
Dig. Zoom :
W
ind Cut :
ENTER RETURN
For VDR-M55EB, “Cinema” (P. 81) is displayed.
Programme AE (P. 74)
White balance (P. 75)
Au to
Au to
SIS (P. 77)
On
40x
Digital zoom (P. 55)
Of f
Wind Cut (P. 77)
RAM
Recording Functions Setup
Record Funct i ons Setup
V I DEO Mo d e : F I NE
Aspec t
OSD Ou t p u t : O n
ENTER RETURN
* Only for VDR-M75EB.
Movie quality (P. 78)
Wide screen*
On-screen information
:4:3
display output (P. 83)
RAM
(P. 80)
Still Functions
Quality (P. 79)
Self-timer (P. 82)
Date Setup
Date Setup
Date Set
Date Mode:M/D/Y
ENTER RETURN
LCD/EVF Setup
LCD/EVF Setup
Adjust
EVF Display : Auto
ENTER RETURN
Initial Setup
Initial Setup
Beep : On
Power Save : Off
Record LED : On
Language : English
Reset
ENTER RETURN
Date setting (P. 38)
Display format (P. 39)
RAM
Adjust (P. 84)
EVF Display (P. 85)
RAM
Beep (P. 86)
Power Save (P. 86)
Recording LED (P. 87)
Language selection (P. 87)
Reset (P. 88)
RAM
You can use the control buttons on DVD Video Camera to select various setting options in menu.
Press the MENU button.
Camer a Func t i ons Se t up
ENTER RETURN
Record Funct i ons Setup
ENTER RETURN
:
Note
•
Pressing the MENU button during recording will not work.
•
The menu screen will disappear when it is left for approx.
Au to
Program AE :
W
hi te Bal. :
Au to
On
SIS :
Dig. Zoom :
40x
Of f
W
ind Cut :
V I DEO Mo d e : F I NE
:4:3
Aspec t
OSD Ou t p u t : O n
RAM
RAM
Press the A button directly to choose an option from menu.
To return to the screen one before, press the
Pressing the MENU button again will cause the menu screen to
disappear.
1 minute without any operation.
or
or
Camer a Fu nc t i ons Set up
ENTER RETURN
Program AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
Di g. Zoom
W
ind Cut
Auto
Spo r t s
Por t r a i t
Spo t l i ght
Sur f &Snow
Low L i ght
RAM
C
button.
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Setting Up Camera Functions
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Before You Begin
• See page 73 for how to set.
Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject (Switching Programme AE
Mode)
This DVD Video Camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject
brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of six modes depending on the subject
conditions, recording environment or purpose of filming.
:
Note
•
You can check the selected AE mode by the on-screen
information display. However, nothing will appear in the
Auto mode.
•
The shooting mode set as above will be stored in memory
even if the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
a Auto : The video camera automatically judges
Press f/e/d/c
to select, and then press
A
to activate.
1
Press the MENU button, use the control buttons
to choose “Program AE” on the “Camera
Functions Setup” screen, and then press the
A button.
The options will appear on the right of “Program
AE”.
2
Use the control buttons
to choose the desired
option, and then press
the A button: The
selected option will be
set.
Selected AE mode
Camera Funct i ons Setup
Program AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
m
Dig .Zoo
W
ind Cut
ENTER RETURN
FINE
SEP
Auto
Spo r t s
Portrait
Spo t l i ght
Sur f&Snow
Low L i ght
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the subject and surrounding environment for
optimum recording.
Sports : Reduces blurring when recording
rapidly moving subjects such as in golf or tennis.
If the Sports mode is used under a fluorescent light,
the image may flicker. In this case, use the Auto
mode for recording.
Portrait : Crea tes a shallow depth of field so that
the person or subject appears against a softened
background.
Spotlight : Prevents overexposure of subject
portrait face, etc. when strong light strikes the
subject, as in a wedding or on stage.
Surf & Snow : Prevents underexposure of
subject portrait face, etc. in a place where reflection
of light is intense, such as at the seaside in
midsummer or on a ski slope.
RAM
Low Light : Allows user to record in a dark place
even with decreased lighting. However, an afterimage will appear with a moving subject.
Recording can be done using the light from the LCD.
(P. 66)
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If there is difficulty in automatically focusing subject
image, adjust the focus manually.
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3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
The menu screen will disappear.
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Adjusting Colour (White Bal.)
This DVD Video Camera automatically adjusts the
colour of subject. Change the white balance setting
depending on the recording conditions.
Mode Setting content
Auto White balance always
Set You can manually adjust
automatically adjusted
white balance to match
the light source or
situation
On-screen
Outdoor To record in fine weather
Indoor To record under
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “White Bal.” on
the “Camera Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Choose the desired
incandescent light,
halogen light or bulbcolour type fluorescent
light
Camer a Fu nc t i ons Set up
Program AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
Di g . Zoo
W
ind Cu t
ENTER RETURN
option, and then press the
A button.
FINE
White balance mode
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
display
None
h
i
j
Aut o
Set
m
Ou tdoor
Indoor
0:00:00
REM
30
SEP
RAM
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8 : 00AM
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:
Note
•
The white balance mode can be confirmed using the
on-screen information.
•
Only the Set mode will return to Auto when the DVD Video
Camera is turned off. (Another mode of the white balance
will be stored in memory.)
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Setting white balance manually
z
1
Point the DVD Video
Camera at a white
object so that it fills
the screen. Use an
object that is not
transparent.
(White shirt or thick paper)
2
Press the MENU
button, choose “White
Bal.”, “Set”, and then
press the A button.
3
Press the A button: The
Camer a Fu nc t i ons Set up
Program AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
Di g .Zoo
W
ind Cut
ENTER RETURN
“h“ indicator will change
from blinking to a steady
light: The steady light
indicates that the white
balance setting is
Set EXIT
complete.
4
Press the C button to end
the setting.
:
Note
•
Do not block the infrared sensor with hand, etc.
Infrared sensor block
Aut o
Set
m
Ou tdoor
Indoor
0:00:00
REM
RAM
30MIN
RAM
•
Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning the DVD
Video Camera on. If the DVD Video Camera is turned on
with the lens capped, the white balance will not work
normally.
FINE
:
Note
•
It is recommended that you specify “Dig. Zoom: Off” (See
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8 : 00AM
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page 55) before setting white balance.
•
Do not use a coloured object when setting the white
balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set.
•
Setting the white balance might take a while in some
cases, depending on the shooting environment.
In this case, set white balance in a bright environment
using an object as white as possible.
•
If the white balance that was manually set before is kept,
“h”
indicator will blink.
the
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Using the Image Stabiliser (SIS)
When you use zoom to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image.
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “SIS” on the
“Camera Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Choose the “On” or “Off”, and then press the A
Camera Funct i ons Setup
Progra
m
AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
Dig . Z
W
ENTER RETURN
ind Cut
oom
On
Of f
button.
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
Checking SIS On or Off
z
You can check SIS On or Off by the on-screen
information display.
0:00:00
SEP
REM
8:00AM
30
SIS
FINE
After recording with SIS set to “Off”, it is
recommended that you return the setting to “On”
and then turn the DVD Video Camera off, unless
you normally record with “Off” setting.
This function is effective only during movie
RAM
recording: It will not work during still recording.
:
Note
•
The SIS setting will be stored in memory even when the
DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
It is recommended that you specify “SIS:Off” when using
the DVD Video Camera on a desk or tripod.
•
When “SIS:On” is specified, there will be a slight
difference between the actual movement and the
movement on screen.
•
Gross camera shake may not be entirely corrected even
if “SIS:On” is specified.
•
When you record pictures with 24x or more magnification
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and the SIS is “On” in dim places, after-images may stand
out. In this case, we recommend using a tripod and
turning the SIS to “Off” (only for VDR-M55EB).
•
The SIS function cannot be used when still images are
recorded (only for VDR-M75EB).
•
The SIS function will work only during movie recording
(only for VDR-M75EB).
Reducing Wind Noise during Recording (Wind Cut)
When recording sound from the microphone built into this DVD Video Camera, you can reduce wind noise
in recording.
If “Wind Cut: ON” is specified, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by the microphone
will be cut off during recording: This makes it easier to hear the target voice or sound during playback.
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Wind Cut” on the
“Camera Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Choose “On”, and then press the A button.
3
Press the MENU button to
Camer a Fu nc t i ons Set up
Program AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
m
Dig. Zoo
W
ind Cut
ENTER RETURN
end the setting.
FINE
Wind Cut icon
On
Of f
RAM
0:00:00
REM
30MIN
8:00AM
SEP 30 2005
:
Note
•
You can also use the on-screen display to confirm that
the Wind Cut has been set.
•
The Wind Cut setting will be stored in memory even when
the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
The Wind Cut function will work only during movie
recording.
•
The Wind Cut function works only with the built-in
microphone. It will not function when using an external
microphone (P. 66).
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Setting Up Record Functions
Switching Movie Quality (VIDEO Mode)
Choose the movie quality from “XTRA”, “FINE” and “STD”.
It is recommended that you record critical subjects in “XTRA” or “FINE”.
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “VIDEO Mode” on
the “Record Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Choose the desired quality mode, and then
Record Funct i ons Setup
V IDEO Mode
Aspec t
OSD Ou t p u t
ENTER RETURN
press the A button.
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
XTRA
FINE
STD
RAM
0:00:00
REM
30MIN
:
Note
•
The movie quality setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
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.
•
The movie quality setting is effective only during movie
recording: Switching the movie quality will not work
during still recording.
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Movie quality
FINE
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8:00AM
30
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Block-like noise may appear in recorded image, or the outline of subject image is distorted under the
recording conditions listed below. Pan the DVD Video Camera as slowly as possible. (Block noise is likely
to appear in the “STD”):
• If there is a complicated pattern in background (as in following figure on left)
• If the DVD Video Camera is moved excessively or quickly
• If subject is moving rapidly even when the DVD Video Camera is not moving
(Image when block-like noise occurs) (Image without block-like noise)
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Switching Quality of Still Image (Quality)
You can switch the still recording quality only when using card.
It is recommended that you use “FINE” when recording vital images.
3
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Quality” on the
“Record Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Choose the option you want, and then press the
Record Funct i ons Setup
Quality
Se l f T i mer
OSD Ou t p u t
ENTER RETURN
A button.
FINE
NORM
ECO
3
Press the MENU button
to end the setting.
NORM
Still recording quality
:
Note
•
The still quality setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
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Setting to Wide TV Screen Mode (Aspect) (Only for VDR-M75EB)
You can record video in Wide TV Screen Mode (16:9 aspect ratio) for display on wide-screen TVs.
1
“Aspect 4:3” specified
(aspect ratio 4:3)
1
Press the MENU button, choose “Aspect” on the
“Aspect 16:9” specified
(aspect ratio 16:9)
2
Choose “16:9”, and then press the A button.
“Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and
3
then press the A button.
Record Funct i ons Setup
V IDEO Mode
Aspec t
OSD Ou t p u t
ENTER RETURN
4:3
RAM
Record Funct i ons Setup
V IDEO Mode
Aspec t
OSD Ou t p u t
ENTER RETURN
Press the MENU button to end setting.
16:9
4:3
RAM
FINE
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When viewing playback on an ordinary TV screen later, specify “Aspect 4:3”: Recording with “Aspect 16:9”
specified will be played back on an ordinary TV with vertical elongation of image.
.
An image recorded with “Aspect 16:9” specified will appear as follows :
Display on LCD monitor screen
Display in viewfinder (expanded vertically)
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:
Note
•
The Aspect setting will be kept even after the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
The VDR-M55EB does not have the Aspect setting.
•
Writing Aspect 16:9 mode movies recorded to a DVD-RAM disc using [STD], to a DVD-R disc using the PC program
software provided (DVDfunSTUDIO):
Depending upon the [Video settings] setting of DVDfunSTUDIO, when you play back the contents of a recorded DVDR disc, black bands may appear at top and bottom and also left and right of the screen when using a wide screen
television, or at top and bottom of the screen when using a television other than a wide screen type.
•
The Aspect 16:9 setting is not compatible with still recording, recording of external input, S-video external input, or
recording using DVD-R discs.
•
Video recorded with Wide TV Screen Mode set to “Aspect 16:9” cannot be changed back to 4:3 aspect ratio.
•
The characters of dates and titles will be longer in the vertical direction on a wide-screen TV and on the LCD monitor
of DVD Video Camera.
•
Even if you set the Aspect setting at “16:9”, screen image will appear at 4:3 when you press the MENU button and display
the menu screen.
•
When “Aspect 16:9” is specified, black bands will appear across the top and bottom of screen.
•
When you view the image recorded with “16:9” specified on the television or PC monitor with black bands at the top and
bottom of the picture, flicker may occur between the black bands and the picture.
•
The “Aspect 16:9” setting is not compatible with ID-1/ID-2*.
•
Connecting the DVD Video Camera to the S1 input jack of TV will automatically switch the TV to Wide setting: See TV
instruction manual for details.
* This system records the aspect ratio (16:9, 4:3) information in void space between video signals.
Switching to Cinema Mode (Only for VDR-M55EB)
If you intend to play back recorded images on a wide-screen TV, it is recommended that you switch the
screen size to cinema mode.
1
Press the MENU button, choose “Cinema” on
the “Camera Functions Setup” screen, and then
press the A button.
2
Choose “On”, and then
press the A button.
3
Press the MENU button to
end the setting.
Ca
m
era Funct i ons Setup
Program AE
W
hi te Bal.
SIS
Dig . Z
oom
Wind Cut
Cinema
ENTER RETURN
On
Of f
RAM
Black bands will appear
across the top and bottom
of screen.
:
Note
The black bands that appear across the top and bottom of
screen will not be recorded. If you record in the cinema
mode and play back on a TV other than wide-screen TV,
the portions masked by the black bands will also be
displayed. Use the black bands as a guide for recording
when playing back on a wide-screen TV.
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Self Timer
You can record photos using the self timer function, as with ordinary cameras.
The self timer function is valid only when recording photos (stills).
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1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Self Timer” on
the “Record Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Select “On”, and then press the A button.
Record Funct i ons Setup
Se l f T i mer
OSD Ou t p u t
ENTER RETURN
The self-timer will be set.
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
Self timer recording
4
Press the Photo shot button.
On
Of f
RAM
The recording indicator at the front of DVD Video
Camera will blink.
The self-timer indicator will start to count down,
and recording will commence approximately 10
seconds later.
:
Note
•
You can also check that self-timer has been set by
reviewing the on-screen information.
•
To release the self-timer mode, choose “Off” on the menu
screen or turn DVD Video Camera off.
•
To suspend self timer, press the Photo shot button again
before recording starts, or press the g button.
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Setting On-Screen Display Output On or Off (OSD Output)
If you connect this DVD Video Camera to a TV to view images on TV screen, you can switch off the onscreen information (displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen) from the TV screen.
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “OSD Output” on
the “Record Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
2
Choose “On” or “Off”, and press the A button.
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
Record Funct i ons Setup
V IDEO Mode
Aspec t
OSD Ou t p u t
ENTER RETURN
LCD screen or viewfinder
On
Of f
RAM
:
Note
•
The “OSD Output” setting will return to “On” whenever the
DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
Even if “Off” is chosen, the on-screen information will
appear during playback. See page 61 for playback onscreen information display.
•
Even after the on-screen information is removed from the
TV screen, it will still appear in the viewfinder or on the
LCD screen.
0:00:00
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“On” setting
FINE
0:00:00
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30
SEP
30MIN
8 : 00AM
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FINE
SEP
8 : 00AM
30
2005
“Off” setting
TV screen TV screen
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LCD/EVF Setup
Setting Brightness of LCD Screen (Brightness)
123
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Adjust” on the
“LCD/EVF Setup” menu
screen, and then choose
“LCD Brightness”.
2
Use the control buttons
for adjustment.
Press the d button:
the screen becomes
dimmer
Press the c button:
the screen becomes
brighter
LCD/EVF Setu p
Ad j us t
EVF Display
ENTER RETURN
LCD /EVF Ad j ust
LCD Br i ght ness
EVF Br igh tness
Co lour Level
Brightness
adjustment bar
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
:
Note
The brightness setting will be stored in memory even when
the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
RAM
RAMENTERADJUS T
Setting Brightness of Viewfinder (EVF Brightness)
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Adjust” on the
“LCD/EVF Setup” menu
screen, and then choose
“EVF Brightness”.
2
Use the control buttons
for adjustment.
Press the d button:
the screen becomes
dimmer.
Press the c button:
the screen becomes
brighter.
LCD/EVF Setu p
Ad j us t
EVF Display
ENTER RETURN
LCD /EVF Ad j ust
LCD Br i ght ness
EVF Br igh tness
Co lour Level
Brightness
adjustment bar
3
Press the MENU button to end setting.
:
Note
The brightness setting is stored in memory even after the
DVD Video Camera is turned off.
RAM
RAMENTERADJUS T
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Setting Colour Density (Colour Level)
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Adjust” on the
“LCD/EVF Setup” menu
screen, and then choose
“Colour Level”.
2
Use the control buttons
for adjustment.
Press the d button:
for lighter colour
Press the c button:
for denser colour
LCD/EVF Setu p
Ad j us t
EVF Display
ENTER RETURN
LCD /EVF Ad j ust
LCD Br i ght ness
EVF Br igh tness
Co lour Level
Colour density
adjustment bar
Always Display Image in Viewfinder
1
Press the MENU button, choose “EVF Display”
on the “LCD/EVF Setup” menu screen.
2
Choose “On” .
3
Press the MENU button to end setting.
Images will always appear in the viewfinder
regardless of whether the LCD monitor is open/
closed.
:
Note
•
Adjusting the viewfinder focus (P. 35)
•
Using the LCD monitor and viewfinder (P. 35, 36, 37)
RAM
RAMENTERADJUS T
3
Press the MENU button.
:
Note
•
The colour level setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
Even if the brightness or density of LCD monitor screen
is changed, the brightness or density of the recorded
image itself will not change.
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Initial Settings
Switching Operating Sound On or Off (Beep)
Setting Content
On Beep is heard when the power switch is changed over, the REC button is pressed, etc.
Off No beep is heard.
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1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Beep” on the
“Initial Setup” menu
screen, and then press
the A button.
Initial Setup
Beep
Power Save
Record LED
Language
Reset
ENTER RETURN
On
Off
2
Select “On” or “Off”, and then press the A
button.
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
RAM
:
Note
The “Beep” setting will be stored in memory even when the
DVD Video Camera is turned off.
Turning DVD Video Camera Off Automatically (Power Save)
Setting Content
On To engage power save. If the DVD Video Camera is left i n the recording pau se status without
Off To cancel power save
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Power Save” on
the “Initial Setup” menu
screen, and then press
the A button.
2
Select “On” or “Off”, and
then press the A button.
3
Press the MENU button to end setting.
being operated for 5 minutes, it will automatically turn off to prevent the battery from
discharging needlessly.
:
RAM
Note
•
To turn the DVD Video Camera on again from automatic
off activated by the power save function, set the power
switch to “OFF”, and then set it to “ ”, “ ” or “ ”.
•
The Power Save setting will not appear in the on-screen
information display.
•
The Power Save setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
Initial Setup
Beep
Power Save
Record LED
Language
Reset
ENTER RETURN
On
Off
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Turning Record LED On or Off (Record LED)
You can switch off the recording indicator on the front of DVD Video Camera even during recording.
Setting Content
On
Off
The recording indicator will light red to show that the DVD Video Camera is recording.
The recording indicator will not light even during recording.
2
Select “On” or “Off”, and then press the A
button.
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Record LED” on
the “Initial Setup” menu
screen, and then press
the A button.
Recording indicator
Initial Setup
Beep
Power Save
Record LED
Language
Reset
ENTER RETURN
On
Off
RAM
:
Note
•
The Record LED setting will not appear in the on-screen
information display.
•
The Record LED setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
•
Specify “Record LED: Off” when recording a subject
behind a glass or water tank that reflects light: the
reflected light of the recording indicator will not be
recorded.
•
When using the self-timer function, the recording
indicator will blink when the REC button is pressed
regardless of whether Record LED is On or Off.
Changing Display Language (Language)
You can change the language used to display the menu and information.
The following shows that English is changed to French.
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Language” on
the “Initial Setup” menu
screen, and then press
the A button.
“English” has been set.
2
Select “Français”, and
then press the A
button.
Initial Setup
Beep
Power Save
Record LED
Language
Reset
ENTER RETURN
Configuration Initiale
Beep
Power Save
DEL En r g .
Langue
Régl.Défaut
ENTRER RETOUR
English
Français
Español
Deutsch
Italiano
Fr ança i s
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
:
Note
The language setting will be stored in memory even when
the DVD Video Camera is turned off.
RAM
RAM
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Resetting Menu Settings to Defaults (Reset)
You can restore menu settings to defaults (initial settings at the factory (P. 156)). (Note that the date/time
will not be reset.)
1
Press the MENU button,
choose “Reset” on the
“Initial Setup” menu
screen, and then press
the A button.
The screen for verifying
reset will appear.
2
If you are sure that you
wish to reset, use the
control buttons to choose
“YES”, and then press the
A button.
The setting items have
now been reset to defaults.
Initial Setup
Beep
Power Save
Record LED
Language
Reset
ENTER RETURN
Reset
Reset?
YES NO
ENTER
3
Press the MENU button to end the setting.
:
Note
To cancel resetting midway, choose “NO” on the screen for
verification in step 2 or press the
RAM
RAM
C
button.
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Disc Navigation
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Using Disc Navigation
Starting Disc Navigation
Disc Navigation is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD Video Camera.
Here is an explanation on “scene” and “programme”, so that you will be able to make most use of Disc
Navigation function.
The screens in this instruction manual are basically those that will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used:
Some items will not appear when DVD-R disc or card is used, but the operation is the same.
• Turn the DVD Video Camera on (P. 48).
Before You Begin
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
The Disc Navigation screen (shown on page 90)
will appear.
• When using disc: set the power switch to “ ” or “ ”.
• When using card: set the power switch to “ ”.
:
Note
Do not proceed with a following step while the disc is
being recognised or the ACCESS/PC indicator is
blinking.
2
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Disc Navigation will be terminated and the DVD
Video Camera will enter the recording pause
status.
You can also press the C button to end Disc
Navigation.
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The following screen will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some display components will not appear
when DVD-R disc or card is used.
Thumbnail
001/014All Programs
Cursor
Still image icon
Operation guide
Scene number refers to display number on thumbnail display screen.
*1
No still icon will appear for card.
*2
*3 The operation guide will vary depending on the operation status of DVD Video Camera.
*4 Appears when 13 scenes or more have been recorded.
*5 “ R” appears for DVD-R disc. “ ” will appear for card.
:
Note
•
The background colour of screen allows you to identify
whether disc or card is in DVD Video Camera.
- Purple: When disc is inserted
- Light blue: When card is inserted
•
Pressing the DISPLAY button will display the recording
date/time of the scene on which the cursor is placed in the
space for operating guide. Pressing DISPLAY again will
display the operating guide.
•
If no disc or card is inserted, the Disc navigation screen
cannot be displayed even by pressing the DISC
NAVIGATION button.
•
Each time Disc Navigation is started with a DVD-R disc
inserted, message “Creating Thumbnail ...” will appear.
After the message appears, the Disc Navigation screen
will appear.
*2
*3
PLAY
RAM
•
If the following disc or card is inserted, the Disc
Navigation screen will appear or some message will be
displayed:
- Write-protected disc
- Locked card
- Finalised DVD-R disc
•
Do not leave the disc navigation screen displayed on TV
to which the DVD Video Camera is connected. Doing so
could damage the TV screen, possibly by burning.
Selected scene number*1/
Number of all scenes
Current page position
Bar graph
Disc type icon
*4
*5
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Playing Back from Disc Navigation Screen
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Use the control buttons to select the desired
scene.
The selected scene will be framed: This is called
a “cursor”.
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PLAY
When playback ends:
z
RAM
PLAY
The DVD Video Camera will
enter the playback pause
status at the last image of last
scene.
Pressing the C or DISC
NAVIGATION button will
restore the Disc Navigation
screen.
Playback pause
When the playback pause status continues for as
long as 5 minutes, the Disc Navigation screen will
automatically be restored.
Playing back stills
z
When playing back stills on disc, a still will be
displayed for approx. 3 seconds.
When playing back stills on card, playback will stop
after each still playback.
3
Press the A button.
Playback will start from the selected scene.
:
Note
Pressing the d / c button will move the cursor to the
preceding or following scene.
Pressing the
following page.
007/014All Programs
RAM
:
Note
•
Press the A button to temporarily stop playback.
Pressing
•
If you press the A button after playback of the last
scene on disc finishes, playback will start again from the
beginning of disc.
•
Pressing the C button will always restore the Disc
Navigation screen.
•
With playback on Disc Navigation, you can select desired
scenes for playback and skip unnecessary scenes.
•
When playing back a card still with a large number of
pixels, “Playback.” will appear, and it will take some time
for the still to appear.
f
/ e button will move to preceding or
A
A
again will start from that point.
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Selecting Multiple Scenes
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Use the control buttons to select the desired
scene.
3
Press the SELECT button once:
The selected scene will be framed in red and
yellow.
Selecting Consecutive Scenes Together
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Use the control buttons to
select the desired scene.
3
Hold down the SELECT
button for at least one
second:
The selected scene will
be doubly framed in
yellow and blue.
4
Use the control buttons
to select the last scene in
the range you want, and
then press the A
button:
The thumbnails of scenes
in the specified range will
be framed in red, and
then selected.
PLAY
Yellow frame
ENTER CANCEL
Double frames in
yellow and blue
PLAY DESELECT ALL
Red
frame
When scenes up to this
point are selected
005/014All Programs
RAM
005/014All Programs
RAM
010/014All Programs
RAM
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly select multiple
scenes.
To cancel a selected scene, select the scene to
be cancelled, and then press the SELECT
button.
To cancel all selected scenes, press the C
button.
:
Note
Although scenes can be randomly selected, playback
will always start from the lowest scene number.
:
Note
•
You can know the status of scenes from the colours of
cursor and bargraph:
Cursor Bar graph Status of scenes
Yellow Light blue
Blue Light blue
Red Red
•
Pressing the A button after selecting scenes will play
back only the selected scenes from the beginning of
each.
•
You can also select scenes in reverse from the last scene
in the range.
•
To release multiple selection, press the SELECT or C
button after step 4.
•
Up to 999 scenes can be selected for both disc and card.
Current cursor position
Range of scenes being
selected
Scenes already selected
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Disc Navigation Menu
Functions Available with Disc Navigation
Disc Navigation allows you to do the following:
Available function Disc or card used Contents
Deletion of scenes
Editing of scenes
Scene information
display
Setting of title
Creation of play list
Disc or Card initialisation
Copy from disc to card
Disc finalisation
Repeat play
Slide show
Remaining display
(Capacity)
Disc protection
Scene lock
13
1
123
1
1
13
1
2
12
3
123
1
3
You can delete unnecessary scenes. 95
You can attach fade and skip to a scene,
combine scenes, or divide one scene.
You can display informati on on one scene
or multipl e scenes, such as image quality,
recording time, etc.
You can set desired t itles to play list s and
programmes.
You can create an original movie by
changing the combination of scenes.
You can initialise a DVD-RAM disc or card
so that it can be used on this DVD Video
Camera.
You can copy photos recorded on DVDRAM disc to card.
You can use this DVD Video Camera to
finalise any DVD-R disc recorded on it so
that the disc can be viewed on DVD
player, etc.
You can repeatedly play back
programmes and scenes.
You can play back stills continuously. 122
The remaining recordable movie time or
number of recordable stills is displayed.
You can protect the DVD-RAM disc to
prevent deletion or editing by mistake.
You can lock any scene so that it will not
be deleted by mistake; essential scenes
are thereby protected, and recording
another still is possible.
Reference
page
97 - 101
105
107, 115
109
118
102
120
121
117
117
103
:
Note
Effect functions (thumbnail, skip, fade) are unique to this DVD Video Camera. When a disc edited on this DVD Video
Camera is directly played back on a DVD-RAM recorder or read into PC, the editing results will not be reflected in the
playback or reading. To reflect the editing results, connect both devices using the AV/S output cable and then perform
recording (dubbing).
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Understanding Flow of Disc Navigation Menu
Press the MENU button on the Disc Navigation screen: The menu screens for Disc Navigation and menu
screens for disc and card will appear.
See pages 72-73 and 89 for how to interpret the screen.
Refer to pages indicated for details of settings.
When using DVD-RAM disc
z
Scene
Play list Top ( P. 1 1 6 )
Programme
When using DVD-R disc
z
Scene
Edit (P.95)
Effect (P.97)
Copy (P.102)
Select (P.104)
Detail (P.105)
Switch (P.110)
Play (P.110)
Create (P.109)
Edit (P. 111 - 113)
Title (P.115)
Delete (P.115)
Switch (P.106)
Play (P.107)
Title (P.107)
Select (P.104)
Detail (P.105)
Divide (P.101)
Delete (P.95)
Combine (P.100)
Move* (P.98)
Fade (P.99)
Skip (P.98)
Thumbnail (P.97)
Start
→
Current (P.104)
→
Current
All (P.104)
Go To
Disc
Others
Start → Current (P.104)
Current
All (P.104)
-6+
End (P.104)
→
End (P.104)
End (P.116)
Format Disc (P.118)
Protect Disc (P.117)
Capacity (P.117)
Update Control Info. (P.119)
Category (P.121)
Repeat Play (P.121)
* Will appear when a play
list is displayed.
Programme
Go To
When using card
z
Scene
Go To
Card
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Switch (P.106)
Play (P.107)
Top (P.116)
End (P.116)
Delete (P.95)
Lock (P.103)
Select (P.104)
Detail (P.105)
Top (P.116)
End (P.116)
Format Card (P.118)
Capacity (P.117)
Disc
Others
-6+
→
Current (P.104)
Start
→
Current
All (P.104)
End (P.104)
Finalize Disc (P.120)
Capacity (P.117)
Repeat Play (P.121)
Start (P. 122)Slide Show
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Scene
Deleting Scenes (Edit-Delete)
You may want to delete unwanted scenes.
Scenes on DVD-R disc cannot be deleted.
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1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Select the scene to be
deleted.
3
Press the MENU button.
4
Choose “Edit”, “Delete”
on the “Scene” menu
screen, and then press
the A button.
5
The “Delete Scene”
All Programs 005/014
PLAY
Scene to be deleted
Scene
Edit
Effect
Copy
Select
Detail
ETC
ENTER RETURN
Divide
Delete
Combine
screen will appear. If you
are sure you want to delete the selected scene,
press the A button.
If you want to change the scene to be deleted,
you can change it on this screen.
6
The screen for verifying
deletion will appear.
Choose “YES”, and then
press the A button.
Choose “NO” to cancel
Delete Scene
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Delete scene?
YES NO
ENTER
deletion.
After Yes or No setting, the “Delete Scene”
screen will be restored.
Repeat steps 2-6 to delete other scenes.
RAM
RAM
7
Press the g button to quit.
:
Note
•
If you point the cursor at the scene to be deleted on “All
Programs” screen, and then press the DELETE button on
remote control, the screen in step 5 will appear.
•
To delete an unwanted part of a scene on DVD-RAM disc,
divide the scene first, and then delete the unnecessary
part (See page 101).
•
If you delete all data on disc or card, initialising the disc
or card will be recommended (See page 118).
•
If even one play list has been created, message “Same
scenes on PlayList will be deleted. Delete scenes?” will
appear before deleting scene(s). This message will
appear even if the scene(s) to be deleted is not used in
the corresponding play list. In this case, choose “YES”
and then press the
•
If the time of deleted scenes (stills) is quite short, the
remaining free space of disc may not increase in the disc
or card remaining indicator.
•
The locked scenes on card cannot be deleted (See page
103).
A
Delete Scene 005/013
ENTER EXIT
button.
RAM
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Editing using submenu
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Press the MENU button before pressing the A button in step 5 (see page 95): The submenu will appear.
Ed i t
De l et e
Ex i t
ENT ER RET U RN
RAM
Select
Start – Current
Current – End
All
ENTER RETURN
RAM
Go To
Top
End
ENTER RETURN
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Edit Delete .....................To delete selected scenes
Exit .........................To restore the Disc Navigation screen
Select Start→Current ........To select scenes from the start to the one that the cursor is on at the
moment
Current→End .........To select scenes from the scene the cursor is on to the end
All ...........................To select all scenes
Go To Top..........................To move the cursor to the first scene
End .........................To move the cursor to the last scene
Pressing the g button will restore the screen in step 5.
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Note
Although the submenu screen will appear for each setting, some menu items may not appear, depending on the setting.
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Changing Images for Thumbnails (Effect - Thumbnail)
Normally, the first image of the recorded scene is displayed as a thumbnail: You can choose another image
of the scene for thumbnail. If you set a vivid image as the thumbnail, you can know what you recorded from
a glance at the Disc Navigation screen.
Original thumbnail You can use this image as thumbnail.
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Select the thumbnail of the scene to be changed.
3
Press the MENU button.
4
Choose “Scene”, “Effect”,
“Thumbnail”, and then
press the A button.
5
The “Change Thumbnail”
screen will appear. If you
Scene
Ed i t
Effect
Fade
Copy
Sk i p
Sel ect
T hum bn a i l
Detai l
ETC
ENTER RETURN
Select Thumbnail Point
are sure you want to
change the thumbnail of
the selected scene, press
the A button: the
SEL
ENTER CANCEL
selected scene will be
played back.
If you want to change the scene whose
thumbnail is to be changed, you can change it on
this screen.
6
When the image you want to use as the
thumbnail of the scene appears, press the
SELECT button.
RAM
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The screen for verifying
switching of thumbnail will
appear: choose “YES”,
and then press the A
button.
Change Thumbnail
Change thumbnail?
YES NO
ENTER
Choose “NO” to cancel
switching of thumbnail.
After Yes or No setting, the “Change Thumbnail”
screen will be restored.
Repeat steps 5-7 to change other scenes.
8
Press the C button to quit.
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Note
•
If you press the MENU button before pressing the A
button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear (See
page 96).
•
A thumbnail of still cannot be changed.
•
Since the scene to which skipping is set cannot be played
back, you will not be able to change its thumbnail.
Release the skip setting of the scene to change the
thumbnail.
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Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Effect - Skip)
You can specify “Skip” for scenes you do not want to play back: The selected scenes will be skipped.
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Select the scene to be skipped.
3
Press the MENU button.
4
Choose “Scene”, “Effect”,
“Skip”, and then press the
A button.
5
The “Set Skip” screen will
appear. If you are sure
Scene
Ed i t
Effect
Copy
Sel ect
Detai l
ETC
ENTER RETURN
Fade
Sk i p
T hum bn a i l
you want to skip the
selected scene, press the A button.
If you want to change the scene to be skipped,
you can change it on this screen.
After skip setting, the “Set Skip” screen will be
restored.
Repeat step 5 to set skipping of other scenes.
6
Press the C button to quit.
A skip mark “ ” will appear in the thumbnail
of any scene for which skipping has been set.
Skip mark
RAM
001/013All Programs
Releasing Skip
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Select the scene set to be skipped, and perform the
same procedure as setting skip. The skip mark will
disappear and skipping of the scene will be
released.
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Note
•
Multiple scenes can be selected for skipping (P. 92).
•
If you press the MENU button before pressing the A
button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear (P. 96)
PLAY
RAM
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Arranging Order of Scenes (Edit - Move)
You can arrange scenes within a play list by moving them to desired positions. Create a play list first, and
then arrange the scenes [“Creating New Play List (Create)”, P. 109].
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Adding Special Effects (Effect - Fade)
You can add fading to the beginning and/or end of scene.
There are three types of special effects:
Fade Out Fade Out Fade Out
1
Fade InFade InFade In
Black:
Fades in from black screen
Fades out to black screen
1
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2
Select the scene for adding special effects.
3
Press the MENU button.
4
Choose “Scene”, “Effect”,
“Fade” and then press the
A button.
5
The “Fade” screen will
appear. If you are sure
Wipe:
Fades in from black screen to
vertical direction of screen
Fades out from vertical
direction of screen to black
screen
Scene
Edit
Fade
Effect
Copy
Sk i p
Sel ect
T hum bn a i l
Detai l
ETC
ENTER RETURN
you want to add the fade
effect to the scene, press the A button.
If you want to change the scene to which fade is
added, you can change it on this screen.
6
Select the special effects
for “IN” and/or “OUT”,
choose “Enter”, and then
press the A button.
To cancel setting, choose
Fade
IN
None Black Wipe B/W
OUT
None Black Wipe B/W
ENTER
“Cancel”.
After setting, the “Fade” screen will be restored.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add fade to other
scenes.
B/W:
Fades in from Black and White
screen to colour screen
Fades out from colour screen
to Black and White screen
7
Press the C button to quit.
The “[” and/or “]” mark(s) will appear in the
scenes for which special effects have been set.
005/013All Programs
PLAY
RAM
CancelEnter
“In” effect “Out” effect
RAM
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Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine)
You can combine multiple scenes into one.
If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining them will be facilitated by the use of Disc
Navigation.
Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. Combining scenes is possible only when “Category: All” is
specified. Stills cannot be combined.
Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
1
Select the consecutive multiple scenes to be
2
combined.
Press the MENU button.
3
Choose “Scene”, “Edit”,
4
“Combine” and then press
the A button.
The “Combine Scenes”
5
screen will appear. If you
are sure you want to
combine the selected scenes, press the A
button.
If you want to change the scenes to be
combined, you can change them on this screen.
The screen for verifying
6
combination will appear:
choose “YES”, and then
press the A button.
The two images
appearing on the
verification screen are those of the first and last
scenes to be combined.
Choose “NO” to cancel combination.
After Yes or No setting, the “Combine Scenes”
screen will be restored.
The thumbnail of the first scene will appear in the
combined scene.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to combine other scenes.
Scene
Edit
Effect
Copy
Select
Detail
ETC
ENTER RETURN
Combine Scenes
Combine scenes?
YES NO
ENTER
Divide
Delete
Combine
RAM
Press the C button to quit.
7
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Note
Scenes in different programmes (different recording dates)
cannot be combined. Create a play list first, and then
combine such scenes on the play list.
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