Panasonic HDC SD9PC User Manual

Operating Instructions

High Definition Video Camera

Model No.

HDC-SD9P/PC

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.

Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution:

To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions

and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to

computer or peripheral devices.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this

equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name:

Model No.:

Panasonic

HDC-SD9P

Responsible party:

Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

Support Contact:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

HDC-SD9P

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Batteries

Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)

≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.

≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.

≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.

≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.

≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Insert with poles aligned.

≥ Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects.

≥ Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

≥ Keep out of reach of children

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with

water.

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly

with water, and then consult a doctor.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble.

Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate.

Button-type battery 60 oC (140 oF)

Battery pack

60 oC (140 oF)

AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.

But

≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120V AC power supply only.

≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the

AC outlet configuration.

≥ When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the

voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.

≥ Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or AC

cord set.

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:

A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product

you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information

on how to recycle this battery.

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special

handling may apply.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the

unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for

future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

12) Use only with the cart,

stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the

2) Keep these instructions.

manufacturer, or sold

with the apparatus. When

3) Heed all warnings.

a cart is used, use

caution when moving the

4) Follow all instructions.

cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

from tip-over.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install

time.

in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as

apparatus has been damaged in any way,

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

such as power-supply cord or plug is

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce

damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects

heat.

have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus

has been exposed to rain or moisture, does

not operate normally, or has been dropped.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized

plug has two blades with one wider than the

other. A grounding-type plug has two blades

and a third grounding prong. The wide blade

or the third prong are provided for your

safety. If the provided plug does not fit into

your outlet, consult an electrician for

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit

from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified

by the manufacturer.

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Precautions

USE & LOCATION

CARE

≥ TO CLEAN YOUR CAMERA ... Do not use

strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning

your camera body.

WARNING

≥ TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your camera

and power supply should not be exposed to

rain or moisture. Do not connect the power

supply or operate your camera if it gets wet.

Your camera has been designed for outdoor

use, however it is not designed to sustain

direct exposure to water, rain, sleet, snow,

sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a pool or

even a cup of coffee. This action could

permanently damage the internal parts of your

camera. Do not attempt to disassemble this

unit. There are no user serviceable parts

inside. Unplug your camera from the power

supply before cleaning.

≥ TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the

surface of the lens with your hand. Use a

commercial camera lens solution and lens

paper when cleaning the lens. Improper

cleaning can scratch the lens coating.

≥ TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR

CAMERA ... Before handling your camera,

make sure your hands and face are free from

any chemical products, such as suntan lotion,

as it may damage the finish.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries

outside the European Union

≥ AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS

CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG

CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO

HANDLE THE SD CARD.

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.

CAUTION

≥ DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA AT THE SUN

OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS

≥ DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMERA WITH THE

EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS

THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE

INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF

∫ Indemnity concerning recording

content

≥ DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMERA TO

EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such

as, in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next

to a heater, etc... This action could

permanently damage the internal parts of your

camera.

The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for

the loss of recordings due to malfunction or

defect of this unit, its accessories or recordable

media.

≥ AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN

TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly

moved from a cold place to a warm place,

moisture may form on the SD card and inside

the unit.

≥ DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMERA OR THE

POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN NOT

IN USE.

≥ STORAGE OF YOUR CAMERA ... Store and

handle your camera in a manner that will not

subject it to unnecessary movement (avoid

shaking and striking). Your camera contains a

sensitive pick-up device which could be

damaged by improper handling or storage.

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≥ HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita

Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

≥ “x.v.Color” is trademark.

IMPORTANT

∫ Carefully observe copyright laws

Whatever you have recorded and created can

be used for your personal entertainment only.

Under copyright laws, other materials cannot

be used without obtaining permission from

the holders of the copyrights.

≥ LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica

Microsystems IR GmbH and DICOMAR is a

registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

≥ Microsoft , Windows , Windows Vista and

DirectX are either registered trademarks or

trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the

United States and/or other countries.

≥ Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with

permission from Microsoft Corporation.

≥ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of

International Business Machines Corporation

of the U.S.

≥ Intel , Core , Pentium and Celeron are the

registered trademarks or trademarks of the

Intel Corporation in the United States and other

countries.

≥ AMD Athlon is a trademark of the Advanced

Micro Devices, Inc.

≥ Apple, Mac OS is either registered trademarks

or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United

States and/or other countries.

∫ Cards that you can use with this

unit

SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card

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

the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory

Card Specifications.

™

≥ Refer to page 24 for more details on SD cards.

∫ For the purposes of these

operating instructions

≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are

referred to as the “SD card”.

≥ Functions that can be used for motion picture

recording/motion picture playback are

indicated by VIDEO in these operating

instructions.

≥ PowerPC is a trademark of International

Business Machines Corporation.

≥ Other names of systems and products

mentioned in these instructions are usually the

registered trademarks or trademarks of the

manufacturers who developed the system or

product concerned.

≥ Functions that can be used for still picture

recording/still picture playback are indicated by

PHOTO in these operating instructions.

≥ “HD Writer 2.5E for HDC” is referred to as the

“HD Writer 2.5E”.

≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow,

for example: l 00

This product is licensed under the AVC patent

portfolio license for the personal and non-

commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode

video in compliance with the AVC Standard

(“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that

was encoded by a consumer engaged in a

personal and non-commercial activity and/or was

obtained from a video provider licensed to

provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall

be implied for any other use. Additional

∫ Licenses

≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark.

≥ “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are

trademarks of Matsushita Electric Industrial

Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation.

≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo and the High-Definition

Multimedia Interface are the registered

trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing

LLC.

information may be obtained from MPEG LA,

LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.

≥ VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Matsushita

Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

≥ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Matsushita

Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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Contents

Accessories ........................................10

Features .............................................. 11

Quick Guide ........................................12

Recording

Recording (Basic)

Preparation

[1] Before recording ........................... 34

Auto Ground-Directional Standby

Before using

[1] Parts identification

(AGS).............................................. 35

[2] Recording motion pictures .......... 36

Recording modes/

and handling .................................. 16

Remote control ................................ 19

approximate recordable time........... 38

Quick start....................................... 39

PRE-REC........................................ 40

Shooting guide ................................ 40

[3] Recording still pictures ................ 41

Picture quality.................................. 43

Number of recordable pictures........ 43

[4] Zoom in/out function .................... 44

Digital zoom function....................... 44

[5] Image stabilizer function .............. 45

[6] Face detection & AE mode........... 46

Setup

[1] Power supply ................................. 20

Charging the battery........................ 20

Inserting/removing the battery......... 21

Charging and recording time ........... 22

Connecting to the AC outlet............. 23

[2] Preparation of SD cards................ 24

Cards that you can use

with this unit..................................... 24

Inserting/removing an SD card........ 25

[3] Selecting a mode

Recording (Advanced)

(Turning the unit on/off)................ 26

Turning the power on and off

[1] Recording functions of

operation icons ............................. 47

Operation icons............................... 47

Fade, Intelligent contrast control,

Help mode, Soft skin mode, MagicPix,

Backlight compensation, Low light,

Self-timer, Tele macro

with the LCD monitor....................... 26

[4] Using the menu screen................. 27

Language selection ......................... 28

Menu list .......................................... 28

[5] Setting date and time .................... 30

World time setting

[2] Recording functions of menus .... 51

Menus ............................................. 51

Guide line, 24p digital cinema,

Wind noise reduction,

(Displaying the time of the travel

destination)...................................... 31

[6] Adjusting LCD monitor ................. 32

Increasing the brightness of the LCD

monitor............................................. 32

Adjusting the brightness and

Microphone setup, Microphone level,

HD hi-speed burst shooting,

Built-in flash, Red eye reduction,

Shutter sound, Zebra, Color bar,

Auto slow shutter,

the color level of the LCD monitor ... 32

Recording Yourself .......................... 32

Digital cinema color

[3] Manual recording functions......... 59

Scene mode.................................... 59

Manual focus adjustment ................ 60

White balance ................................. 61

Manual shutter speed/

aperture adjustment ........................ 62

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Playback

With a PC

Playback

Before using

[1] Motion picture playback ............... 64

Playing back motion pictures

[1] What you can do with a PC .......... 96

End User License Agreement ......... 98

[2] Operating environment................. 99

by date............................................. 67

Intelligent scene selection ............... 67

Repeat playback.............................. 68

Resuming the previous playback..... 68

[2] Still picture playback..................... 69

Playing back still pictures by date.... 71

Setup

[1] Installation ................................... 101

[2] Connection and recognition ...... 103

About the PC display..................... 104

Using with a PC

Editing

[1] Starting HD Writer 2.5E............... 105

Reading the operating instructions

of the software applications........... 105

[2] If using Macintosh....................... 106

[1] Deleting scenes/still pictures....... 72

[2] Dividing a scene to delete ............ 74

[3] Protecting scenes/still pictures ... 75

[4] DPOF setting.................................. 76

[5] Formatting...................................... 77

Others

With a TV

[1] Watching Video/

Indications

Pictures on your TV....................... 78

Connecting with

a HDMI mini cable ........................... 81

Listening in 5.1 channel sound........ 82

Connecting with

[1] Indications ................................... 108

[2] Messages...................................... 111

About recovery............................... 112

Helpful hints

the component cable ....................... 82

[1] Functions that cannot be used

simultaneously............................. 113

[2] Troubleshooting........................... 115

Cautions for use............................... 124

Explanation of terms ....................... 127

Specifications................................... 129

Optional accessories....................... 132

Accessory Order Form

™

[2] Playback using VIERA Link

™

(HDAVI Control )........................... 83

Backup

With other products

[1] Connecting a DVD burner

(For USA Customers).................... 133

Request for Service Notice

to copy to/play back a disc........... 86

Preparing for copying/

(USA Only)........................................ 134

Limited Warranty

(For USA Customers) ...................... 135

Customer Services Directory.......... 136

Warranty

playing back..................................... 86

Copying to discs .............................. 87

Playing back the copied disc ........... 90

Managing the copied disc

(Formatting/Auto protect/

(For Canadian Customers).............. 137

Index.................................................. 138

Spanish Quick Use Guide/

Displaying disc information)............. 91

[2] Dubbing images onto other video

device ............................................. 92

[3] With a printer (PictBridge)............ 93

Guía española para el

uso rápido......................................... 140

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Accessories

Check the accessories before using this unit.

Battery pack

AV cable

VW-VBG130

K2KC4CB00027

AC adaptor

Component cable

VSK0697

K2KZ9DB00004

AC cable

USB cable

K2CA2CA00025

K2KZ4CB00011

DC cable

CD-ROM

K2GJYYC00001

Remote control

N2QAEC000023

Button-type battery

CR2025

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Features

∫ Very clear high definition pictures

This unit can record detailed high definition images to an SD card.

Standard images (720k480)

High definition images (1920k1080)

Number of available scan lines 480

Number of available scan lines 1080

High definition images

≥ High definition images have more than approximately 2 times the number of available scan lines and

approximately 6 times the number of pixels compared with standard images.

≥ The still pictures above are images for explanation purposes.

* If the recording mode is HA/HG/HX.

What is the AVCHD?

This is a format for recording and playing back highly detailed high definition images.

Images are recorded based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for compressing images and audio is

recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.

≥ Since the recording method is different from an ordinary DVD video etc., the data is not compatible.

∫ Compatibility with other products

With other products

Available function

Picture quality

Watching Video/

Pictures on your TV

(l 78 to 84)

Playback with the HDMI mini cable (l 81)

jPlayback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control

High definition

images

™

)

(l 83)

Playback with the component cable [1080i] (l 82)

Playback with the component cable [480i] (l 82)

Playback with the AV cable (l 78)

Standard images

Using a DVD burner

(l 86 to 91)

Connecting a DVD burner to copy to/play back a

disc (l 86)

High definition

images

jPlaying back the copied disc (l 90)

What you can do with a

(l 96 to 97)

Copying data to a PC and easy editing (l 96)

Writing data to DVD discs and SD cards (l 96)

Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2

Standard images

(l 96)

Creating a DVD Video disc (l 96)

Dubbing images onto

other video device

(l 92)

Dubbing images when connecting with the AV cable

(l 92)

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Quick Guide

≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button if

changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Status indicator B

∫ Charging the battery

Charging lamp

≥ To turn off the power, set the mode switch to

OFF.

[CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging

Goes off:

Charging

completed

∫ Inserting/removing an SD card

Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor

and the AC outlet.

Insert the battery into the battery charger

by aligning the arrows.

SD CARD

OPEN

∫ Inserting the battery

Open the LCD monitor and install

the battery by inserting it in the

direction shown in the figure.

Card access lamp [ACCESS]

≥ When this unit is processing data, the

access lamp A lights up.

Set the mode switch to OFF.

Open the SD card cover while sliding the

SD CARD OPEN lever B.

Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.

Insert/remove the SD card.

∫ How to turn on the power

≥ When inserting an SD card, face the terminal

side C in the direction shown in the illustration

and press it straight in as far as it will go.

Turn on the power by sliding the

mode switch to

while

≥ When removing the SD card, press the center

of the SD card and then pull it straight out.

pressing the lock release button A.

Securely close the SD card cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

∫ Language selection

1) Press the MENU button, then select

[LANGUAGE] and press the cursor button.

2) Select [English] and press the cursor button.

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∫ Help mode

∫ Recording motion pictures

1) Operate the mode switch to select

open the LCD monitor.

2) Press the recording start/stop button to start

recording.

The help mode explains the operation icons

displayed when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS

switch is set to AUTO in recording mode.

and

≥ Operate the mode switch to select

1) Press the cursor button to display the icon.

0h00m00s

Ｈ

1920

R1h20m

2) Move the cursor button right to select [

∫ Recording still pictures

1) Operate the mode switch to select

open the LCD monitor.

and

3) Move the cursor button up, left or right to

select the desired icon.

2) Press the

button fully to take the picture.

≥ An explanation of the selected icon scrolls at

the bottom of the screen.

≥ The indication changes each time the cursor

button is moved down.

≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot

be set.

To exit the Help mode

Press the MENU button or select [END].

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∫ Motion picture playback

∫ Still picture playback

1) Operate the mode switch to select

2) Select [

] (motion picture playback) A

2) Select [

] (still picture playback) A with

with the cursor button.

the cursor button.

3) Select the scene to be played back and

press the cursor button.

3) Select the still picture to be played back and

press the cursor button.

4) Select the playback operation with the cursor

button.

4) Select the playback operation with the cursor

button.

1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures

in numerical order) start/pause.

2;: Plays back the previous picture.

;1: Plays back the next picture.

1/;: Playback/Pause

6: Rewind playback

5: Fast forward playback

∫:

Stops the playback and shows the

thumbnails.

∫:

Stops the playback and shows the

thumbnails.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

Backup

With a PC

Others

16 Before using

20 Setup

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Before using

Parts identification and

handling

34 5 6 7 8 9

16 17

LCD monitor open part

LCD monitor (l 32)

Due to limitations in LCD production

technology, there may be some tiny bright or

dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.

However, this is not a malfunction and does

not affect the recorded picture.

Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of the

arrow with your fingers.

Optical image stabilizer button [

O.I.S.] (l 45)

Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/

FOCUS] (l 35, 59)

Reset button [RESET] (l 118)

Cursor button

≥ It can open up to 90o.

Use the cursor button to select the recording

functions and playback operations, and to

operate the menu screen.

Select by moving up, down, left, right.

Set by pressing the center.

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

90o B towards the opposite direction.

≥ Menu screen operations (l 27)

≥ To select the recording functions (l 47, 51)

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≥ When fitting the tele conversion lens

(VW-T3714H; optional) or the wide conversion

lens (VW-W3707H; optional), first remove the

lens hood.

≥ To adjust manually (l 59)

≥ Playback operations (l 64, 69)

Face detection button [

PRE-REC button [PRE-REC] (l 40)

DC input terminal [DC IN 9.3V] (l 23)

] (l 46)

Be careful about the following.

10 Battery holder (l 21)

When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND

filter and tele conversion lens, are fitted and

the zoom lever is pressed toward the W side,

the 4 corners of an image will be darkened.

(Vignetting)

11 Battery release lever [BATTERY] (l 21)

12 HDMI mini connector [HDMI] (l 81, 83)

13 Disc copy button [DISC COPY] (l 89)

14 Power LCD Extra button

[POWER LCD EXTRA] (l 32)

15 Delete button [ ] (l 72)

(When fitting 2 lens accessories, first remove

the lens hood and then fit them.)

16 Audio-video output terminal [A/V] (

78, 92)

≥ Use the supplied AV cable only.

23 Remote control sensor (l 19)

17 Component terminal [COMPONENT]

24 Recording lamp (l 28)

(l 82)

18 USB terminal [ ] (l 86, 93, 103)

19 Menu button [MENU] (l 27)

25 Tripod receptacle

23 24

This is a hole for attaching the unit to the optional

tripod. (For details on mounting the tripod, refer

to the operating instructions for the tripod.)

20 Built-in flash (l 55)

21 Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)

Lens cover A

≥The lens cover opens in

recording mode.

(l 26)

22 Lens hood

Rotate the lens hood counter-clockwise A to

remove it. In order to attach it, place into slot B,

and then rotate it clockwise C.

Camera base

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26 27 28 29

26 Mode switch (l 26)

27 Photoshot button [

28 Zoom lever [W/T] (In recording mode)

38 Grip belt

Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your

hand.

] (l 41)

(l 44)

Volume lever [sVOLr] (In playback

mode) (l 65)

29 Speaker

30 Internal microphones (5.1 channel

support)

31 Status indicator (l 26)

32 Recording start/stop button (l 36)

33 Card access lamp [ACCESS] (l 25)

34 SD card open lever [SD CARD OPEN]

(l 25)

35 Card slot (l 25)

36 SD card cover (l 25)

37 Shoulder strap fixture

Flip the belt.

Adjust the length.

Replace the belt.

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Remote control

Install a button-type battery (supplied)

While pressing

the stopper A,

pull out the

START/

STOP

PHOTO

SHOT

EXT

DISPLAY

battery holder.

DATE/

TIME

ZOOM

Set the button-

type battery

VOL

with its (i) mark

facing upward

and then put the

battery holder

back in place.

STILL ADV

SKIP

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

STILL ADV

SKIP

≥ When the button-type battery runs down,

replace it with a new battery (part number:

CR2025). The battery should normally last

about 1 year, however this depends on how

frequently the unit is used.

ENTER

≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

Photoshot button [

On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY]

(l 80)

]

Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO.

CR2025 only. Use of another battery may

present a risk of fire or explosion.

Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.

Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away

from children.

Date/time button [DATE/TIME] (l 30)

Playback operation buttons (l 65)

Delete button [

]

Direction buttons [3,4,2,1]

These buttons operate similar to how the cursor

button moves up/down/right/left on the unit.

Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in

fire.

Recording start/stop button [START/

STOP]

∫ Remote control usable range

Zoom/volume buttons [ZOOM, VOL]

Menu button [MENU]

10 Enter button [ENTER]

This button operates similar to pressing the

cursor button on the unit.

* means that these buttons function in the same

manner as the corresponding buttons on the

unit.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by the

manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries

according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Remote control sensor

Distance: Within approx. 5 m (16 feet)

Angle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and

right

≥ The remote control is intended for indoor

operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the

unit may not operate properly even within the

usable ranges.

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Setup

Power supply

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit

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

VW-VBG130/VW-VBG260/VW-VBG6 come with a function to check whether the battery and unit can

be safely used together.

≥ To use the VW-VBG6 for this unit, the battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is required.

≥ Batteries made by other companies which have been certified by Panasonic may be used with this

unit, but we offer no guarantee as to the quality, performance or safety of such batteries.

≥ In order to safely use the unit, we recommend that you use genuine Panasonic batteries which have

been tested by our quality control process.

≥ We cannot accept any liability whatsoever for damages to the unit or accidents caused by non-

genuine Panasonic batteries (including those that have been certified by Panasonic).

≥

Exercise care when purchasing batteries. Many fake or imitation batteries have been found among those sold at

unusually low prices and those which customers cannot check for themselves before purchasing.

Charging the battery

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

Important:

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

cable from the AC adaptor.

Charging lamp [CHARGE] A

Lights up:

Charging (Battery charging time: l 22)

Goes off:

Charging completed

Flashing:

Make sure that the terminals of the battery or the

AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign

objects or dust, then reconnect them properly.

(l 125)

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

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

≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 10, 22, 132).

≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.

≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with

doors and windows closed.

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Inserting/removing the battery

Open the LCD monitor and install the battery by inserting it in the direction

shown in the figure.

Removing the battery

Be sure to set the mode switch to OFF and

check that the status indicator is off before

removing the battery.

Move the BATTERY lever in the direction

indicated by the arrow and remove the

battery when unlocked.

Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by the

manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries

according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Charging and recording time

≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%

∫ Charging time

Battery model number

Voltage/capacity

Charging time

Supplied battery/

VW-VBG130 (optional)

7.2 V/1320 mAh

2 h 35 min

VW-VBG260 (optional)

7.2 V/2640 mAh

7.2 V/5800 mAh

4 h 40 min

9 h 25 min

VW-VBG6 (optional)

∫ Recording time

Maximum

continuously

recordable time

Voltage/

Battery model number

capacity

Actual recordable

time

Supplied battery/

7.2 V/1320 mAh

1 h 45 min

1 h 5 min

VW-VBG130 (optional)

VW-VBG260 (optional)

7.2 V/2640 mAh

7.2 V/5800 mAh

3 h 20 min

8 h 10 min

2 h

VW-VBG6 (optional)

5 h 5 min

* The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.

≥ These times are approximations.

≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging

time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/

cold environments or a battery that has not been used for long time may be longer than normal.

≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping recording,

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

≥ The recordable times will vary depending on the status of use. Be aware that the operating time of the

battery will become shorter in low temperatures. We recommend charging a spare battery for use

when recording.

≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.

≥ It is not necessary to consume the battery completely. The battery can be recharged even if some

capacity remains.

Battery capacity indication

≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.

If there is less than 3 minutes remaining, then

will become red. If the battery discharges,

then (

) will flash.

≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed in minutes when using the Panasonic battery that you

can use for this unit. It may take time to display the remaining battery capacity. The actual time can

vary depending on your actual use.

≥ The maximum amount of remaining battery capacity able to be indicated is 999 minutes. If the

actual remaining time exceeds 999 minutes, the indication will stay green and will not change until

the remaining time falls below 999 minutes.

≥ When switching modes, the time indication will turn off momentarily in order to recalculate the

remaining battery capacity time.

≥ When using the AC adaptor or batteries made by other companies, the remaining battery capacity

will not be shown.

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Connecting to the AC outlet

Important:

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

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

use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.

DC output terminal

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

2 Connect the DC cable to the AC adaptor.

3 Connect the DC cable to the DC input terminal [DC IN 9.3V].

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Setup

Preparation of SD cards

This unit (an SDHC compatible device) is compatible with both SD Memory Cards and SDHC

Memory Cards. You cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are only compatible with SD

Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, confirm that the device

supports the SDHC Memory Card.

Cards that you can use with this unit

Card type

Capacity

Motion picture recording

We recommend using SD cards conforming to

Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or

the following SD cards made by Panasonic for

motion picture recording.

Still picture

recording

SD Memory

Card

8 MB

16 MB

Cannot be used.

Can be

used.

32 MB

64 MB

128 MB

256 MB

512 MB

Cannot be guaranteed in operation.

The recording may suddenly stop during motion

picture recording depending on the SD card you

use. (l 37)

1 GB

2 GB

4 GB

8 GB

16 GB

RP-SDV01G

RP-SDV02G, RP-SDM02G

RP-SDV04G, RP-SDM04G

RP-SDV08G

SDHC

Memory

Card

RP-SDV16G

* The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes.

≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children

to prevent swallowing.

Use this unit to format SD cards. (l 77)

Do not format an SD card using any other

equipment such as a PC. The card may not

be used on this unit.

≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have

the SDHC logo are not based on SD Memory

Card Specifications.

≥ When the write-protect

switch A on SD card is

locked, no recording,

deletion or editing will be

possible on the card.

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Inserting/removing an SD card

Caution:

If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data

recorded on the SD card may be lost.

Card access lamp [ACCESS]

≥ When this unit is processing data, the

access lamp A lights up.

1 Set the mode switch to OFF.

(l 26)

≥ Check that the status indicator has gone off.

2 Open the SD card cover while

sliding the SD CARD OPEN lever

3 Insert/remove the SD card.

≥ Face the terminal side C in the direction

shown in the illustration and press it straight in

as far as it will go.

≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it

straight out.

4 Securely close the SD card cover.

≥ Securely close it until it clicks.

First, format the SD card if one which has been used on another device is going to be used for the

first time on this unit. (l 77) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is deleted.

Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored. Copy valuable data onto a PC, DVD disc etc. before

proceeding with the formatting. (l 86, 96)

≥ Do not touch the terminals on the back of the SD card.

≥ Electrical noise, static electricity or the failure of this unit or the SD card may damage or erase the

data stored on the SD card. We recommend saving the important data recorded on this unit to a PC,

DVD disc etc. (l 86, 96)

≥ When the card access lamp is lit, do not:

jRemove the SD card

jOperate the mode switch

jTurn the unit off

jInsert and remove the USB cable

jExpose the unit to vibrations or shock

≥ Performing the above while the lamp is on may result in damage to data/SD card or this unit.

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Setup

Selecting a mode

(Turning the unit on/off)

Operate the mode switch to recording, playback or power OFF.

Turn on the power by sliding the mode switch to

the lock release button A.

while pressing

≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same

time pressing in the lock release button if

changing from OFF to another mode.

≥ Status indicator B

The status indicator lights and the power turns on.

≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will

appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time. (l 30)

To turn off the power

Set the mode switch to OFF.

The status indicator goes off and the power turns off.

Recording mode (l 36, 41)

Playback mode (l 64, 69)

OFF

Turning the power on and off with the LCD monitor

When the mode switch is set to

when the LCD monitor closes.

, the power turns on when the LCD monitor opens and turns off

∫ To turn on the power

∫ To turn off the power

The status indicator A lights.

The status indicator A goes off.

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

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Setup

Using the menu screen

Operate the displayed menu screens with the cursor button.

C Current settings on menus

1 Press the MENU button.

4 Select the desired setting and

press the cursor button to enter

the selection.

≥ The menu displayed differs depending on the

position of the mode switch.

2 Select the top menu A and move

the cursor button right or press

the cursor button.

≥ Move the cursor button left to return to the

previous screen. You can set other items

continuously.

5 Press the MENU button to exit

the menu screen.

3 Select the submenu item B and

move the cursor button right or

press the cursor button.

≥ The menu screen does not appear during

recording or playing. You cannot start other

operations while the menu screen is displayed.

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Language selection

You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.

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

button.

2 Select [English] and press the cursor button.

Menu list

Recording mode

∫ [BASIC]

∫ [SETUP]

[SCENE MODE] (l 59)

[D.ZOOM] (l 44)

[GUIDE LINES] (l 51)

[FORMAT CARD] (l 77)

[DISPLAY]

[CLOCK SET] (l 30)

[SET WORLD TIME] (l 31)

The screen indications are selected as shown

in the illustration below.

∫ [VIDEO]

[OFF]

[ON]

[REC MODE] (l 38)

[24pDIGITAL CINEMA] (l 51)

[FADE COLOR] (l 48)

[WIND CUT] (l 52)

[MIC SETUP] (l 52)

[MIC LEVEL] (l 53)

[AGS] (l 35)

DEC 15 2008

[DATE/TIME] (l 30)

[DATE FORMAT] (l 30)

[POWER SAVE]

∫ [PICTURE]

[PICT.QUALITY] (l 43)

[HI-SPEED BURST] (l 54)

[FLASH] (l 55)

[FLASH LEVEL] (l 55)

[RED EYE] (l 55)

[OFF]:

The power saving function is not activated.

[5 MINUTES]:

When about 5 minutes have passed without

any operation, this unit automatically turns off

to save battery life.

≥ When using the AC adaptor, connecting the

unit to a PC, printer or DVD burner or PRE-

REC is used, the power saving function will

not activate.

[SHTR SOUND] (l 56)

∫ [ADVANCED]

[REC LAMP]

The recording lamp lights up during recording

and flashes when the unit receives a signal

from the remote control or when the self-timer

is counting down. When this is set to [OFF], it

does not light during recording.

[QUICK START] (l 39)

[ZEBRA] (l 56)

[COLOR BAR] (l 56)

[MF ASSIST] (l 60)

[AUTO SLOW SHTR] (l 57)

[SHOOTING GUIDE] (l 40)

[Digital Cinema Color] (l 57)

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[BEEP SOUND]

Playback mode

([

] motion picture playback)

This allows operations such as starting and

ending recording to be signaled by a beep.

1 Beep

∫ [VIDEO SETUP]

[REPEAT PLAY] (l 68)

[RESUME PLAY] (l 68)

[SCENE PROTECT] (l 75)

[GUIDE LINES] (l 51)

When you start recording

When you turn on the power

When this unit is recognized by the PC or the

printer, etc.

∫ [EDIT SCENE]

2 Beeps

[DIVIDE] (l 74)

[DELETE] (l 73)

When you pause recording

When you turn off the power

2 Beeps for 4 times

When an error occurs. Check the sentence

displayed on the screen. (l 111)

∫ [DISC SETUP]

[FORMAT DISC] (l 91)

[AUTO PROTECT] (l 91)

[INFORMATION] (l 91)

[LCD SET] (l 32)

≥ For any other menus that are not described

above, refer to menus with the same names for

the recording mode.

[COMPONENT OUT] (l 82)

[HDMI RESOLUTION] (l 81)

[VIERA Link] (l 83)

[TV ASPECT] (l 80)

[INITIAL SET]

([

] still picture playback)

∫ [PICT. SETUP]

[SCENE PROTECT] (l 75)

[DPOF SET] (l 76)

[DELETE] (l 73)

Set to [YES] for changing the menu settings

back to the default condition.

(The language setting cannot be changed

back to the default condition.)

∫ [SETUP]

[FORMAT DISC] (l 91)

≥ For any other menus that are not described

above, refer to menus with the same names for

the recording mode and motion picture

playback.

[DEMO MODE]

This item is used to start the unit

demonstration.

(Only when the mode switch is at the

position)

*1 When the disc playback tab [

] is

If [DEMO MODE] is switched [ON] when there

is no SD card inserted, the demonstration

automatically starts. If any operation takes

place, the demonstration is canceled.

However if no operations take place for

approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration

automatically starts again. To stop the

demonstration, set [DEMO MODE] to [OFF] or

insert an SD card.

selected while a DVD burner (optional) is

connected, or when [INTEL. SCENE] (l 67)

is selected, this does not appear.

*2 Only when the disc playback tab [

] is

selected while a DVD burner (optional) is

connected, this appears.

∫ [LANGUAGE] (l 28)

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Setup

Setting date and time

When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear.

Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 4 below to set the date and time.

¬Operate the mode switch to select

[DATE]

[D/T]

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

DEC 15 2008

DEC 15 2008 3:30PM

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

[OFF]

2 Select the date or time to be set,

then set the desired value with

the cursor button.

Changing the date format

Select the menu. (l 27)

[SETUP] # [DATE FORMAT] # desired

display style

Display style

[Y/M/D]

Screen display

2008. 12. 15

[M/D/Y]

DEC 15 2008

15. 12. 2008

≥ The year will change as follows:

2000, 2001, ..., 2039, 2000, ...

[D/M/Y]

≥ The 12-hour system is used to display the time.

≥ [

] appears on the right top of the screen

≥ To set daylight saving time, select the daylight

saving time in [HOME] for [SET WORLD TIME]

after setting the clock.

≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-

in lithium battery.

when [SET WORLD TIME] (l 31) is set to

[HOME], while [

[DESTINATION].

] appears when it is set to

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

lithium battery needs to be charged. Use the

following steps to charge the battery.

3 Press the cursor button to enter

the selection.

≥ The clock function starts at [00] seconds when

the cursor button is pressed.

To recharge the built-in lithium battery

≥ Connect the AC adaptor or attach the battery

to this unit, and the built-in lithium battery will

be recharged. Leave the unit as it is for approx.

24 hours and the battery will maintain the date

and time for approx. 6 months. (The battery is

still being recharged even if the mode switch is

set to OFF.)

4 Press the MENU button to finish

the setting.

≥ Check the date and time displayed.

Changing the date and time display mode

Select the menu. (l 27)

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

style

≥ You can also show or change the date and

time display by repeatedly pressing the DATE/

TIME button on the remote control.

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World time setting (Displaying the time of the travel

destination)

It is possible to display and record the time at the travel destination by selecting your home region and

the travel destination.

appears after setting the home region

successively. If the home region has already

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[BASIC] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES]

been set once, execute the menu operation for

Step 1.

≥ If the clock is not set, adjust the clock to the

current time. (l 30)

≥ When the [HOME] (your home region) is not

set, such as the time for the initial settings, the

message appears. Press the cursor button to

move to Step 3.

(Only when setting the region of your travel

destination)

Select your travel destination

and enter the selection with the

cursor button.

(Only when setting your home region)

Select [HOME] with the cursor

button.

(Only when setting your home region)

Select your home region and

enter the selection with the

cursor button.

≥ The local time at the selected travel destination

appears on the right top of the screen. The

time difference between the travel destination

and the home region appears on the left

bottom of the screen.

≥ If the travel destination season is summer,

move the cursor button up. [

] appears

and the summer time setting is turned on; the

clock is set forward by one hour. Move the

cursor button up again to return to the normal

time setting.

≥ The current time appears on the left top of the

screen. The time difference from GMT

(Greenwich Mean Time) appears on the left

bottom of the screen.

≥ Close the setting by pressing the MENU

button. [

] appears and the time of the

travel destination is indicated.

≥ If your home region season is summer, move

the cursor button up. [

] appears and the

To return the display to the home setting

Set the home region using Step 1 to 3, and close

the setting by pressing the MENU button.

summer time setting is turned on; the clock is

set forward by one hour. Move the cursor

button up again to return to the normal time

setting.

≥ If you cannot find your travel destination in the

area shown on the screen, set it by using the

time difference from your home region.

(Only when setting the region of your travel

destination)

Select [DESTINATION] and press

the cursor button.

≥ When the home region is set for the first time,

the screen for selecting travel destination

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Setup

Adjusting LCD monitor

≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

Increasing the brightness of the LCD monitor

POWER LCD EXTRA button

Each time the POWER LCD EXTRA button

is pressed, the indication changes by one

setting in the following order: [

] >

[

] > setting canceled (standard)

≥ If you use the AC adaptor, the [

indication appears and the screen

]

becomes brighter automatically when the

power is turned on.

≥ After adjustments are made if no operations

are performed for about 2 seconds, the bar will

disappear.

≥ Press the MENU button to exit the menu

screen.

Adjusting the brightness

and the color level of the

LCD monitor

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

Recording Yourself

[SETUP] # [LCD SET] # [YES]

¬Operate the mode switch to select

2 Select the item with the cursor

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the

lens side.

button.

≥ The image is

horizontally flipped as if

you see a mirror image.

(However the image

recorded is the same

as a normal recording.)

[BRIGHTNESS]:

Brightness of the LCD monitor

[COLOR]:

≥ Only some indications will appear on the

screen. When [°] appears, return the

direction of the LCD monitor to normal position

and check the warning/alarm indication.

(l 111)

Color level of the LCD monitor

3 Press the cursor button to make

the adjustment.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

Backup

With a PC

Others

34 Recording (Basic)

47 Recording (Advanced)

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Recording

(Basic)

Before recording

∫ Basic camera positioning

≥ When you are outdoors, record pictures with the sunlight behind you. If the subject is backlit, it will

become dark in the recording.

≥ When recording, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another

person or object.

Hold the unit with both hands.

Put your hand through the grip belt.

Do not cover the microphones A.

Keep your arms near your body.

Separate your legs for better balance.

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About auto mode

Auto Ground-Directional

Standby (AGS)

If the unit continues to be tilted upside down from

the normal horizontal position while recording

motion pictures, it is automatically put into

recording pause.

Color balance (white balance) and focusing

are adjusted automatically.

Depending on the brightness of the subject

etc., the aperture and shutter speed are

automatically adjusted for an optimum

brightness.

(The shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum

of 1/250 in recording mode.)

jAutomatic white balance (l 127)

jAuto focus (l 127)

≥ Color balance and focus may not be

adjusted automatically depending on light

sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust

these settings. (l 59)

¬Operate the mode switch to select

Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO] # [AGS] # [ON]

≥ The AGS function may activate and cause the

unit to pause the recording if you are recording

a subject right above or right below you. In

these cases, set [AGS] to [OFF] then continue

the recording.

≥ Use the recording start/stop button to pause

the recording.

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Recording

(Basic)

Recording motion pictures

VIDEO

This unit records high definition images that are compatible with the AVCHD format on an SD card.

Sound is recorded with the Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator.

Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture recording. (l 24)

0h00m00s

Ｈ

1920

R1h20m

≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing

from OFF to another mode.

≥ While recording is in progress, the recording

will not stop even if the LCD monitor is closed.

1 Operate the mode switch to

select

and open the LCD

3 Press the recording start/stop

monitor.

≥ It is impossible to start recording when closing

button again to pause recording.

≥ [¥] and [;] are red during recording. Do not

move this unit until [;] is green.

the LCD monitor.

2 Press the recording start/stop

About the compatibility of the

button to start recording.

recorded motion pictures

≥ They are not compatible with devices other

than those that support AVCHD. Images

cannot be played with equipment that does

not support AVCHD (ordinary DVD

recorders). Confirm that your equipment

supports AVCHD by referring to the

operating instructions.

≥ There are some cases where the recorded

motion pictures cannot be played back,

even if the device supports AVCHD. In such

cases, play the recorded motion picture with

this unit instead.

≥ The images recorded between pressing the recording start/stop button to start recording and

pressing it again to pause recording become one scene.

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≥ When about 5 minutes have passed without any operation in recording pause, the unit automatically

turns off to prevent the battery from running down. When you want to use the unit, turn it on again.

This power save feature can also be set to [OFF]. ([POWER SAVE]: l 28)

≥ (The maximum number of recordable pictures on a single SD card)

Maximum number of recordable scenes: 3998

Maximum number of recordable scenes with different dates: 200 (l 67)

When either of them reaches to the maximum limit, more scenes cannot be recorded.

≥ When recording motion pictures, do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor. Also, do

not remove the SD card while the card access lamp lights up. If you do either of the above, the

recovery operation will begin when the SD card is next inserted or the power is turned back on.

(l 112)

Recording mode

∫ Screen indications in the

Remaining time left for recording

(When the remaining time is less than

1 minute, [R0h00m] flashes red.)

Recording time elapsed

Each time the unit is put into recording

pause, the counter display will be reset to

“0h00m00s”.

recording mode

0h00m00s

R1h20m

When motion picture recording stops suddenly

For some SD cards, the message appears suddenly, and recording

stops.

Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to

record motion pictures. (l 24)

When the unit stops while a usable SD card for recording motion

pictures (l 24) is used, the data writing rate has deteriorated.

We recommend formatting the SD card being used. (l 77) When an

SD card is formatted, all the data recorded on it will be deleted so copy

valuable data to the PC prior to formatting. (l 96)

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Recording modes/approximate recordable time

Switch the picture quality of the motion pictures to be recorded.

Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO] # [REC MODE] # desired setting

Capacity

1 GB

SD card

7 min

15 min

30 min

1 h

9 min

20 min

14 min

30 min

1 h

21 min

45 min

1 h 30 min

3 h

2 GB

4 GB

40 min

8 GB

1 h 20 min

2 h 40 min

2 h

16 GB

2 h

4 h

6 h

(1920k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with the highest picture quality.

(1920k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with high picture quality.

(1920k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded with normal picture quality.

(1440k1080): Motion pictures can be recorded for a longer time.

* This means the highest quality for this unit.

≥ The recording is in high definition picture quality no matter what recording mode is used to

record.

≥ This unit records in VBR (Variable Bit Rate). VBR recording automatically varies the bit rate (amount

of data in a fixed time) depending on the subject being recorded. This means if a recording with a lot

movements is recorded, the recording time is reduced.

≥ Recordable time using the battery (l 22)

≥ Mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image in the following cases.

jWhen there is a complicated pattern in the background

jWhen the unit is moved too fast

jWhen a subject with sharp movements has been recorded

(Particularly if it has been recorded in HE mode.)

≥ Many repeated recording and deletion of motion pictures may reduce the usable time for recording on

an SD card. In that case, format the SD card using this unit. Since all data recorded on the SD card

will be deleted once the SD card has been formatted, save important data to your PC. (l 96)

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Quick start

This unit will resume recording/pause mode about 0.6 seconds after the LCD monitor is reopened.

≥ When in quick start standby mode about 60% of the power used in recording pause mode is

being consumed, so the recording time will be reduced.

≥ In the quick start mode, the zoom

magnification becomes 1k and the picture size

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[SETUP] # [QUICK START] # [ON]

may differ from what it was before quick start

standby mode.

≥ If [POWER SAVE] (l 28) is set to

[5 MINUTES] and the unit automatically goes

into quick start standby mode, close the LCD

monitor and then open it again.

2 Close the LCD monitor while the

mode switch is set to

≥ If the unit is exposed to vibration or shock, the

time for the quick start mode to start may be

slightly longer than 0.6 seconds.

The status indicator A flashes green and the unit

goes into quick start standby mode.

≥ The lens cover does not close.

3 Open the LCD monitor.

The status indicator A lights red and the unit is

put into recording pause approx. 0.6 seconds

after it is turned on.

≥ Set [QUICK START] to [OFF] to cancel the

quick start mode.

≥ Quick start standby mode is canceled if

jabout 5 minutes has elapsed

jmode switch is set to

junit is turned off

≥ In the 24p digital cinema setting, the required

time for the quick start operation is slightly

longer than 0.6 seconds.

≥ In the quick start mode, it may take some time

for automatic white balance to adjust, if the

scene being recorded has a light source

different from the scene last recorded. (When

the MagicPix function is used, however, the

white balance of the scene last recorded is

retained.)

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≥

The image when pressing the recording start/stop

button appears in thumbnail view, and it is

PRE-REC

This prevents you from missing a shot.

different from the image when starting playback.

This allows recording of the pictures and sound

to start approximately 3 seconds before the

recording start/stop button is pressed.

Shooting guide

The messages instructing how to record in dark

places and diminish camera shake are displayed

for recording better images.

1 Press the PRE-REC button.

Select the menu. (l 27)

[ADVANCED]

[SHOOTING GUIDE]

[ON]

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

PRE-REC

[

] appears on the screen and the unit

repeats the update by recording motion pictures

for about 3 seconds onto the built-in memory and

then deleting them.

≥ Aim this unit at the subject and position it

securely.

A message appears in the following cases.

When you move the unit quickly:

≥ Press the PRE-REC button again to cancel the

setting.

When “CAMERA PANNING IS TOO FAST.”

appears, move the unit slowly while recording.

When the unit is shaken:

When “USE O.I.S.” appears, set [O.I.S.] to [ON].

(When the image stabilizer function is on, the

message does not appear.)

2 Press the recording start/stop

button to start recording.

≥ Images and audio are recorded for about 3

seconds before pressing the recording start/

stop button.

When the image contrast is too strong such

as when using backlight:

≥ There is no beep sound.

≥ After recording starts, the PRE-REC setting is

canceled.

When “USE INTELLIGENT CONTRAST.”

appears, select [

] on the operation icons.

≥ To use the PRE-REC function again, press the

PRE-REC button again.

(When the face detection & AE mode is on, the

message does not appear.)

When the scene is dark:

≥ PRE-REC is canceled in the following cases.

jIf you operate the mode switch.

jIf you open the SD card cover.

When “USE LOW LIGHT MODE.” appears,

select [ ] on the operation icons.

≥ Set to [OFF] to turn off the message

indication.

jIf you press the MENU button.

jIf you turn the unit off.

≥ When the remaining time left for recording

motion pictures is less than 1 minute, PRE-

REC cannot be set.

≥ If you start recording less than 3 seconds after

pressing the PRE-REC button, or while the

PRE-REC indication flashes within about

3 seconds after initiating the quick start

operation, motion pictures taken 3 seconds

before pressing the recording start/stop button

cannot be recorded.

≥ In some recording conditions, messages may

not appear.

≥ A message recommending cancellation of

Intelligent Contrast Control or Low Light also

appears.

≥ Once the message recommending turning on

the Intelligent Contrast Control or Low Light

appears, it will not appear again until the

recording starts or stops.

≥ When the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is

set to MANUAL, messages warning that the

image contrast is too strong (such as backlight)

or that the scene is too dark will not appear.

≥ When the recording start/stop button is

pressed, image shake and operation sound

may be recorded.

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Recording

(Basic)

Recording still pictures

PHOTO

The number of pixels recorded for still pictures is 1920k1080. Still pictures can also be recorded while

recording motion pictures.

≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button A if changing

from OFF to another mode.

1 Operate the mode switch to

Focus indication:

select

and open the LCD

monitor.

2 Press the

button halfway.

(For auto focus only)

Focus indication

± (The white lamp flashes.):

Focusing

Focus indication appears and the

unit focuses on the subject

¥ (The green lamp lights up.):

When in focus

automatically. (Focus on a subject

manually when it is not easily

No mark:

focused automatically.)

When focusing is unsuccessful.

≥ If you set [O.I.S.] (l 45) to on, then the image

stabilizer function will be more effective.

Focus area (area inside brackets)

([

] (MEGA optical image stabilizer)

MEGA

will be displayed.)

3 Press the

button fully.

≥ In order to take better still

pictures, the screen will brighten

when the

pressed.

button is fully

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∫ About the focus indication

≥ The focus indication indicates the status of the

auto focus.

≥ The focus indication does not appear in

manual focus mode.

≥ You can record still pictures even if the focus

indication does not appear, but pictures may

be recorded without being focused.

≥ The focus indication does not appear or has

difficulty focusing in the following cases.

jWhen the zoom magnification is high.

jWhen the unit is shaken.

jWhen the subject is moving.

jWhen the subject stands in front of a light

source.

To record still pictures clearly

≥ While recording motion pictures or during

the PRE-REC operation, the following

arrangements are applied so that motion

picture recording takes preference over still

picture recording. For vivid still pictures, we

recommend pausing motion picture

recording and taking still pictures after

releasing the PRE-REC mode.

jImage quality is different from ordinary still

pictures.

jPressing the

button halfway is

disabled.

jThe remaining usable capacity (number of

pictures that can be taken) indication does

not appear.

≥ You can record stable pictures without

shaking by using a tripod and the remote

control. (When a remote control is used,

jWhen close subjects and far subjects are

included in the same scene.

jWhen the scene is dark.

jWhen there is a bright part in the scene.

jWhen the scene is filled with only horizontal

lines.

pressing the

disabled.)

button halfway is

jWhen the scene lacks contrast.

jWhen the MagicPix function is used.

≥ For information about the number of

recordable still pictures (l 43)

≥ The sound cannot be recorded while recording

still pictures.

≥ The edges of still pictures recorded on this unit

with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut at printing.

Check the printer or photo studio before

printing.

∫ About the focusing area

When there is a contrasting object ahead or

behind the subject in the focus area, the subject

may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting

object out of the focus area.

≥ The focusing area is not displayed when the

digital zoom (more than approx. 10k) is used.

∫ About the screen indications

when the

button is pressed

2.1Ｍ

MEGA

3000

ß:

ßj:

Flash (l 55)

Flash level (l 55)

Red eye reduction (l 55)

Quality of still pictures (l 43)

Size of still pictures

2.1Ｍ

3000:

Remaining number of still pictures

(Flashes in red when [0] appears.)

Card indication (l 109)

: MEGA optical image stabilizer

(l 45)

MEGA

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Picture quality

Number of recordable

pictures

Selecting the picture quality.

Select the menu. (l 27)

2.1Ｍ

Picture size

(1920t1080)

[PICTURE] # [PICT.QUALITY] # desired

setting

Picture quality

Still pictures with a high picture quality

are recorded.

Priority is given to the number of still

pictures recorded. Still pictures are

recorded in normal picture quality.

card

8 MB

16 MB

32 MB

64 MB

128 MB

256 MB

512 MB

1 GB

≥ If the [PICT.QUALITY] is set to [

pattern noise may appear on a playback image

depending on the picture content.

], mosaic-

150

320

640

1290

2630

5160

200

410

820

1670

3290

2 GB

4 GB

8 GB

6690 10520

16 GB

13470

21170

≥ The number of recordable pictures

depends on whether [ ] and [

] are

used together and on the subject being

recorded.

≥ The numbers shown in the table are

approximations.

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Recording

(Basic)

Zoom in/out function

VIDEO PHOTO

The maximum optical zoom ratio is 10k.

¬Operate the mode switch to select

2.3 seconds. (The zoom speed does not vary

when operating with the remote control.) When

the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be

focused easily.

Digital zoom function

If the zoom magnification exceeds 10k, then the

digital zoom function will be activated. The

maximum magnification provided by the digital

zoom can be selected.

Select the menu. (l 27)

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

[OFF]:

[25k]:

[700k]:

Optical zoom only (Up to 10k)

Up to 25k

Up to 700k

≥ If [25k] or [700k] is selected, the digital zoom

range is displayed in blue while zooming.

≥ The larger the digital zoom magnification, the

more the image quality is degraded.

10t

Zoom lever

T side:

Close-up recording (zoom in)

W side:

Wide-angle recording (zoom out)

≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the

range over which the zoom lever is moved.

≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during

zoom operation, the operation sound may be

recorded. When returning the zoom lever to

the original position, move it quietly.

≥ When the zoom magnification is 10k, the

subjects are focused at about 1.2 m (3.9 feet)

or more.

≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit

can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm (1.6q)

away from the lens. (Macro function)

≥ If the zoom lever is pushed to the end, you can

zoom from 1k up to 10k in as fast as approx.

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Recording

(Basic)

Image stabilizer function

VIDEO PHOTO

Reduces the image shaking (jitter) due to hand movement.

¬Operate the mode switch to select

Optical image stabilizer button

, O.I.S.]

[

Press this button to switch on/off the

image stabilizer function.

≥ [

] appears on the screen.

O.I.S.: Optical Image Stabilizer

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

≥ In still picture recording mode, pressing the

button halfway increases the effect of the image

stabilizer function. (MEGA optical image stabilizer)

≥ When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn the image stabilizer off.

≥ In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively.

jWhen the digital zoom is used

jWhen the unit is shaken greatly

jWhen you record a moving subject while tracking it

jWhen the conversion lens is used

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Recording

(Basic)

Face detection & AE mode

VIDEO PHOTO

When a subject is backlit and appears darker, this function detects the face and automatically adjusts

the brightness and picture quality so that the face is recorded clearly.

¬Operate the mode switch to select

Face detection & AE button

Press this button to switch on/off the face

detection & AE mode.

≥ [

] appears on the screen.

In the face detection & AE mode, detected faces

appear with frames. Up to 5 frames are

indicated. Larger faces and faces nearer to the

center of the screen take preference over others.

Faces that do not appear completely on the

screen are not detected.

≥ In the following cases, the function may not

operate properly even if faces are detected. If

this occurs, turn off this function.

jNonhuman subjects are recognized as

faces.

jWhen the brightness or quality cannot be

adjusted clearly since scenes are extremely

dark, or the areas around the faces or the

background is extremely bright.

≥ There is no function to focus preferentially on a

face that is detected.

≥ Since the brightness of the entire image is

adjusted to record faces more vividly,

brightness may change suddenly or images

may flicker under some recording conditions.

≥ When the face detection frame disappears due

to zooming, the brightness may change

suddenly or the images may flicker.

≥ The face detection frame disappears when the

button is pressed halfway.

≥ In the following case, faces may not be

detected in some recording conditions.

jFaces are not full-faces

jFaces tilt

jFaces are extremely bright or dark

jShadows on faces are a few

jFaces are not completely exposed (for

instance wearing sunglasses)

jThe size of a face is small on the screen.

jThe subject moves quickly.

jWhen the hand shakes

jWhen the digital zoom is used

jWhen the unit is tilted

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Recording

(Advanced)

Recording functions of

operation icons

Select the operation icons to add different effects to the images to be recorded.

¬Operate the mode switch to select

1 Press the cursor button, and

icons will be displayed on the

screen.

(e.g. Intelligent contrast control)

Select an icon with the cursor

button.

≥ The indication changes each time the cursor

button is moved down.

≥ The operation icon appears or disappears

each time the cursor button is pressed.

≥ Select the icon again to cancel the function.

(Refer to page 48 to cancel help mode, and

page 49 to cancel self-timer.)

Operation icons

Fade, Intelligent contrast control, Help mode, Soft skin mode, MagicPix, Backlight

compensation, Low light, Self-timer, Tele macro

Fade

Intelligent contrast

control

Help mode

Soft skin mode

MagicPix

Backlight

compensation

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Low light

Ø Self-timer

Tele macro

≥ The shaded operation icons are not displayed while recording.

≥ If you turn off the power or set the mode switch to , help mode, MagicPix, backlight

compensation, self timer and tele macro functions are canceled.

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

Function

Effect

When you start recording, the image/audio gradually

appears. (Fade in)

Fade

VIDEO

When you pause recording, the image/audio gradually

disappears. (Fade out)

(Fade in)

≥ For fade out, the recording stops and the fade setting is

canceled after the image and audio have disappeared

completely.

∫ To select the color for fade in/out

Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO] # [FADE COLOR] # [WHITE] or [BLACK]

(Fade out)

This brightens parts that are in shadow and difficult to see

and suppresses white saturation in bright parts at the same

time. Both bright and dark parts can be recorded clearly.

Intelligent contrast

control

VIDEO PHOTO

Select the icon of the function that you want to know with

the cursor button and then an explanation of the selected

icon scrolls at the bottom of the screen. (Only for icons that

can be selected when the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch is

set to AUTO in recording mode.)

Help mode

VIDEO PHOTO

≥ To exit the help mode,

press the MENU button or

select [END].

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Function

Effect

This makes skin colors appear softer for a more attractive

appearance.

Soft skin mode

VIDEO PHOTO

This is more effective if you record a person closely from

the torso up.

This function allows you to record color images in very low

light situations. (Minimum required illumination: approx.

1 lx)

MagicPix

VIDEO PHOTO

This makes the image brighter to prevent darkening of a

backlit subject.

Backlight

compensation

VIDEO PHOTO

PHOTO

This makes the scene brighter in dark conditions such as

evening twilight.

Low light

This is for recording still pictures using the timer.

^{Each time the [}Ø] icon is selected, the indication changes by

one setting in the following order:

Ø Self-timer

[Ø10] # [Ø2] # setting canceled

Ø10: Records after 10 seconds

Ø2:

Records after 2 seconds

≥ When the

button is pressed, a still picture is recorded

after the [Ø10] or [Ø2] display and the recording lamp flashes

for the time which has been set.

≥ After recording, the self-timer is canceled.

≥ In auto focus mode, if the

button is pressed halfway once

and then fully, the lens focuses on the subject when the

button is pressed halfway.

≥ If the

button is pressed fully all at once, the lens focuses

on the subject just before recording.

≥ Depending on the time taken to bring the subject into focus,

the recording may take longer than set to start.

To stop the timer midway through

Press the MENU button.

This is for close-ups bringing only what you want to record

into focus. By focusing only on the subject and blurring the

background, the image can be impressive.

≥ The unit can focus on the subject at a distance of approx.

50 cm (20q).

Tele macro

VIDEO PHOTO

≥ If the magnification is 10k or less, then it is automatically set

to 10k.

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Fade:

Ø Self-timer:

≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade

in become black (or white).

≥ The self-timer standby mode is canceled when

you press the recording start/stop button to

start motion picture recording.

Intelligent contrast control:

≥ If there are extremely dark or bright parts or the

brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be

clear.

Even if you press the recording start/stop

button while the self-timer is counting down,

motion picture recording is not possible.

≥ Setting the self-timer to [Ø2] is a good way to

prevent image shake when the

button is

Help mode:

pressed while using a tripod etc.

≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot

be set.

Tele macro:

≥ When the help mode is used, motion pictures

and still pictures cannot be recorded.

≥ The tele macro function is canceled when the

zoom magnification becomes lower than 10k.

≥ If a sharper focus cannot be achieved, adjust

the focus manually. (l 60)

Soft skin mode:

≥ If the background or anything else in the scene

has colors similar to the skin color, they will

also be smoothed.

≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may

not be clear.

≥ If you record a person in the distance, the face

may not be recorded clearly. In this case,

cancel soft skin mode or zoom in on the face

(close-up) to record.

MagicPix:

≥ Recorded scene is seen as if frames were

missed.

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

washed out for a while.

≥ MagicPix function makes dark scenes that are

usually invisible can be recorded in bright

colors. For this reason, bright dots that are

usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a

malfunction.

≥ Attach this unit to a tripod, and you can record

images free from vibration.

≥ In darker areas, auto focus may focus a bit

slower. This is normal. If there is difficulty

focusing with auto focus, manually adjust the

focus.

Low light:

≥ The shutter speed is 1/30 or more. (When

[24pDIGITAL CINEMA] is [ON], it is 1/24 or

more.)

≥ Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be

recorded finely.

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Recording

(Advanced)

Recording functions of

menus

Menus

Guide line, 24p digital cinema, Wind noise reduction, Microphone setup,

Microphone level, HD hi-speed burst shooting, Built-in flash, Red eye reduction,

Shutter sound, Zebra, Color bar, Auto slow shutter, Digital cinema color

¬Operate the mode switch to select

≥ Set to [OFF] when the menus are not used. (Set [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND] and [MIC LEVEL] to

[AUTO].)

Function

Effect/Setting method

You can check if the image is level while recording or playing

back motion pictures and still pictures. The function can also

be used to estimate the balance of the composition.

Guide line

VIDEO PHOTO

[HORIZONTAL]

[GRID1]

[GRID2]

Select the menu. (l 27)

[BASIC] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting

(When

(motion picture playback) tab is selected while the

mode switch is set to

. (l 64))

[VIDEO SETUP] # [GUIDE LINES] # desired setting

≥ The guide lines do not appear on the images actually recorded.

Images recorded at a rate of 24 frames per second are the

same frame rate as movie films.

24p digital cinema

VIDEO

≥ Set the recording mode to HA or HG. (l 38)

Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO] # [24pDIGITAL CINEMA] # [ON]

≥ The shutter speed is 1/24 or more. (When [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is

[OFF], it is 1/48 or more.)

≥ In 24p digital cinema mode, the images are recorded at a rate of

24 frames per second so that the images may not appear as

smooth as the images recorded at a rate of 60 frames per second

when [24pDIGITAL CINEMA] is [OFF].

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Function

Effect/Setting method

This is for reducing the wind noise coming into the built-in

microphones depending on the wind strength.

Wind noise reduction

VIDEO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO] # [WIND CUT] # [ON]

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

Directivity (sound sensitivity direction) of the built-in

microphones can be adjusted.

Microphone setup

VIDEO

[SURROUND]:

Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO] # [MIC SETUP] # desired setting

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

Sound is recorded with

5.1 ch surround microphone.

[ZOOM MIC]:

Directivity of the microphone

is synchronized with the

zoom operation. Sounds

near the front of the unit are

recorded more clearly if you

zoom in (close-up) and

surrounding sounds are

recorded more realistically if

you zoom out (wide angle).

[FOCUS MIC]:

Directivity of the center is

enhanced for recording audio

near the front of the unit

more clearly.

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Function

Effect/Setting method

When recording, the input level from the built-in microphones

can be adjusted.

Microphone level

VIDEO

AGC: Auto Gain Control

[AUTO]:

AGC is activated, and the

recording level is adjusted

automatically.

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO] # [MIC LEVEL] # [SETrAGC] or [SET]

≥ Set [MIC LEVEL] to [AUTO] to set the microphone input level

automatically.

[SETrAGC]:

2 Move the cursor button to adjust the

The desired recording level

can be set. AGC will also be

activated to reduce the

amount of sound distortion.

[SET]:

microphone input level.

AGC is not activated and so

natural recording can be

performed.

Center

Front left

Back left

Front right

Back right

Microphone input level

≥ A gain value for each of the 5 built-in microphones is displayed.

(The input level of the microphones cannot be set individually.)

≥ Adjust the gain value so that the last 2 bars of the microphone

input level are not red. (Otherwise, the sound is distorted.) Select

a lower setting for gain value or set [MIC LEVEL] to [AUTO].

3 Press the cursor button to set and then press

the MENU button to finish the setting.

Microphone input level meter

≥ Microphone input level meter is displayed on the screen.

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Function

Effect/Setting method

72 still pictures are recorded at a rate of 24 per second.

HD hi-speed burst

shooting

PHOTO

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[PICTURE] # [HI-SPEED BURST] # [ON]

2 Press the

button.

≥ Up to 72 still pictures can be taken in burst mode. ([

] flashes in

red during recording.)

3 Select the setting to save with the cursor

button and press the cursor button.

[REC ALL]: All pictures are stored.

[SELECT]: Pictures in the selected range are stored.

[DEL ALL]: No picture is stored.

≥ Select the thumbnails on the right bottom of the screen with the

cursor button and move the cursor button right to display the next

page.

(Only when the [SELECT] is selected)

Select the range of pictures that will be stored.

Start point

Finish point

≥ Select the start point and the finish point and enter them using the

MENU button. When the confirmation message appears, select

[YES] and press the cursor button. (Two or more pictures must be

selected.)

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Function

Effect/Setting method

When the

button is pressed, the flash is activated and the

Built-in flash

picture will be recorded. Use the built-in flash in order to record

still pictures in dark places.

PHOTO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[PICTURE] # [FLASH] # [AUTO] or [ON]

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

≥ When the

button is pressed halfway, the flash indicator will

appear in the bottom left corner of the screen.

[ON]:

[AUTO]:

[OFF]:

ßA

≥ When [AUTO] is set, the ambient brightness is automatically

detected, and the flash will activate only when necessary. (If the

flash is not necessary, the [ßA] indicator will not appear when the

button is pressed halfway.)

∫ To adjust the brightness of the flash

Select the menu. (l 27)

[PICTURE] # [FLASH LEVEL] # desired setting

[ßj]: Less brighter

[ßd0]: Normal

[ßi]: Much brighter

Reduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from

flashes.

Red eye reduction

PHOTO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[PICTURE] # [RED EYE] # [ON]

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Function

Effect/Setting method

You can add a shutter sound when recording still pictures.

Shutter sound

PHOTO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[PICTURE] # [SHTR SOUND] # [ON]

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

Parts where white saturation (color saturation) is likely to

occur (extremely brightly lit or shiny parts) are displayed with

diagonal lines (zebra pattern).

Zebra

VIDEO PHOTO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[ADVANCED] # [ZEBRA] # [ON]

≥ You can record an image with little white saturation if you

manually adjust the shutter speed or brightness (iris/gain) (l 62).

≥ The zebra pattern does not appear on the images actually

recorded.

Zebra pattern

This unit displays a 7 color bar which is useful for adjusting the

picture quality of the TV or the external monitor.

Color bar

VIDEO PHOTO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[ADVANCED] # [COLOR BAR] # [ON]

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Function

Effect/Setting method

You can record bright pictures even in dark places by slowing

the shutter speed.

Auto slow shutter

VIDEO PHOTO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[ADVANCED] # [AUTO SLOW SHTR] # [ON]

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

≥ The shutter speed is adjusted between 1/30 and 1/250 depending

on the surrounding brightness. (When adjusting the shutter speed

manually, it can be adjusted between 1/30 and 1/8000.)

≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [OFF], then the shutter speed will

be set between 1/60 and 1/250. (When adjusting the shutter

speed manually, it can be adjusted between 1/60 and 1/8000.)

Recording motion pictures with more vivid colors.

Digital cinema color

VIDEO

Select the menu. (l 27)

[ADVANCED] # [Digital Cinema Color] # [ON]

≥ For more realistic colors, use an HDMI mini cable with a TV that

™

supports the x.v.Color

24p digital cinema:

≥ The microphone input level meter shows the

≥ [Digital Cinema Color] is turned [ON] and is not

changeable.

≥ Motion pictures recorded while this setting is

turned to [ON] may not be played back

properly with a player that does not support

24p.

largest volume for the microphones.

HD hi-speed burst shooting:

≥ If this is turned to [ON], motion pictures cannot

be recorded. The following functions are also

disabled.

jChanging the settings in [VIDEO] on the

Menu.

Wind noise reduction:

≥

The sound quality may be changed if this function

is activated in strong winds. However, the sound

quality is automatically restored to the original

quality when then the wind weakens.

jPRE-REC

jPressing the

jDigital zoom

jFade

button halfway

jMagicPix

jLow light

Microphone setup:

≥ If [MIC SETUP] is set to [FOCUS MIC] or

[ZOOM MIC] when zooming in (close-up),

sounds from the surrounding area are

suppressed and sound near the front of the

unit is recorded. If you wish to record higher

quality sound and maintain realism even when

zooming in, for instance recording a music

recital, we recommend setting [MIC SETUP] to

[SURROUND].

jBuilt-in Flash

jAuto slow shutter

jDigital cinema color

jScene mode

jAdjusting shutter speed and iris/gain

≥ The maximum number of times you can record

on an SD card is 30.

≥ If a sharper focus cannot be achieved, adjust

the focus manually. (l 60)

Microphone level:

≥ Noise increases in dark locations. Color

balance and brightness on the screen may

change with some light sources such as

fluorescent lamps.

≥ When [MIC SETUP] is [ZOOM MIC], the

volume will be different depending on the zoom

rate. Set [MIC SETUP] to [SURROUND] or set

the microphone input level after adjusting the

zoom rate. (l 53)

≥ Still picture quality can be changed. (l 43)

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≥ Image quality is different from ordinary still

picture recording. To record more vivid still

pictures, turn off this function before recording.

(l 41)

Auto slow shutter:

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

subject may not be focused in on.

≥ When the shutter speed becomes 1/30, the

screen may be seen as if frames are missed

and afterimages may appear.

≥ If you turn off the power or set the mode switch

, this function is canceled.

Built-in flash:

≥ Do not block the flash with your hand or by

other means.

≥ Set the flash to [OFF] where using a flash is

prohibited.

≥ Do not use the flash with the ND filter (optional)

attached.

≥ The unit automatically determines if the flash is

necessary even when it has been set to [OFF]

by detecting the ambient brightness. (If it

determines that the flash is necessary, the [

indication lights up in red when the

is pressed halfway.)

≥ If the [ß] indication etc. flashes or is not

displayed when the

halfway, the flash is not activated.

≥ The available range of the flash is approx. 1 m

to 2.5 m (3.3 feet to 8.2 feet) in dark places.

Pictures will appear dark or reddish when they

are recorded by using the flash at distances

greater than 2.5 m (8.2 feet).

Digital cinema color:

≥ To play back images recorded in the digital

cinema color with vivid colors of wider color

™

ranges, a device compatible with x.v.Color is

required. When these images are played back

with devices other than ones compatible with

™

x.v.Color , it is recommended to record the

images after this function is turned [OFF].

≥ When motion pictures recorded while this

function is turned [ON] are played back with a

]

™

TV not compatible with x.v.Color , colors may

button

not be reproduced properly.

™

≥ x.v.Color is a name for devices that are

compatible with the xvYCC format, an

international standard for expanded color in

motion pictures, and that follow the rules for

signal transmission.

button is pressed

≥ Using the flash fixes a shutter speed to 1/500

or slower.

≥ The picture may appear dark if the flash is lit in

front of a white background.

≥ A conversion lens (optional) can block the flash

and may cause a vignetting effect.

≥ If the flash is activated a large number of times,

it may take longer to charge it.

Red eye reduction:

≥ The flash is activated 2 times. Do not move

until the second flash is finished.

≥ Red eye phenomenon may appear depending

on the recording conditions.

Color bar:

≥ This function is canceled when the power is

turned off.

≥ The icon will not be displayed.

≥ When the color bar is on, the menu settings of

[GUIDE LINES], [24pDIGITAL CINEMA],

[MIC LEVEL], [HI-SPEED BURST], [FLASH],

[RED EYE], [ZEBRA], [MF ASSIST] and

[Digital Cinema Color] cannot be selected.

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Recording

(Advanced)

Manual recording functions

VIDEO PHOTO

¬Operate the mode switch to select

Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL.

The icon shown in the illustration appears.

White balance (l 61)

Aperture adjustment (l 62)

Manual shutter speed (l 62)

Scene mode

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

and apertures.

≥ Set [SCENE MODE] to [OFF] or the AUTO/

MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO to cancel

Select the menu. (l 27)

[BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] # desired

setting

the function.

Sports mode

≥ For slow-motion playback or playback pause of

recorded pictures, this mode helps diminish

camera shake.

≥ During normal playback, the image movement

may not look smooth.

≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light,

mercury light or sodium light because the color

and brightness of the playback image may

change.

Icon

Mode/Recording conditions

Sports

Used to record fast action.

Portrait

To make people stand out against the

background

Spotlight

≥ If you record a subject illuminated with bright

light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines

of light may appear.

≥ If the brightness is insufficient, the sports mode

does not function. The [5] display flashes.

≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may

flicker.

Improved quality when subject is

brightly illuminated.

Surf & snow

Improved image quality when

shooting on beaches or snowy

locations.

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Portrait mode

Spotlight mode

≥ If this mode is used indoors, the screen may

flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to

[OFF].

≥ If the recording subject is extremely bright, the

subject may become washed out and the

periphery extremely darkened.

Surf & snow mode

≥ If the subject is extremely bright, the recorded

image may become washed out.

Manual focus adjustment

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

≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. (l 59)

(When MF assist function is used)

≥ MF assist does not work if the zoom

magnification is more than 10k.

Select the menu. (l 27)

≥ The part of the screen that is enlarged is not

enlarged on the image actually recorded.

≥ The zebra pattern does not appear on the part

of the screen that is enlarged when [ZEBRA] is

[ON].

[ADVANCED] # [MF ASSIST] # [ON]

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

2 Move the switch down and set it

to FOCUS position.

AUTO

MANUAL

FOCUS

The manual focus indication [MF] and the icon

shown in the illustration appear.

3 Move the cursor button to bring

the subject into focus.

The center of the screen is enlarged. The normal

screen returns approximately 2 seconds after

you finish bringing the subject into focus.

≥ The center of the screen is not enlarged when

[MF ASSIST] is [OFF].

≥ Move the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch

down again to the FOCUS or AUTO position to

restore to the automatic adjustment.

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White balance

The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or

lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.

≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. (l 59)

1 Move the cursor button to select

∫ To set the white balance

[

manually

Select [

subject.

], fill the screen with a white

2 Select the white balance mode.

Select [

Icon

Mode/Recording conditions

≥ When the screen turns black instantly and the

] display stops flashing and then lights

constantly, the setting is complete.

≥ If the [ ] display continues flashing, the

Auto white balance adjustment

AWB

[

Indoor mode (for recording under

incandescent lamps)

white balance cannot be set because it is too

dark etc. In this case, use the automatic white

balance.

Incandescent lights, halogen lamps

Outdoor mode

Outdoors under a clear sky

≥ When the [ ] display flashes, the manual

white balance previously adjusted is stored.

Whenever recording conditions change, re-set

the white balance for correct adjustment.

≥ When setting both the white balance and the

iris/gain, set the white balance first.

Manual adjustment mode

≥ Mercury-vapor lamps, sodium

lamps, some fluorescent lights

≥ Lights used for wedding

receptions at hotels, stage

spotlights in theaters

≥ Sunrise, sunset, etc.

≥ Set the white balance mode to [ AWB ] or the

AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO to

restore to the automatic adjustment.

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Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment

Shutter Speed:

Adjust it when recording fast-moving subjects.

Aperture:

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

≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to MANUAL. (l 59)

1 Move the cursor button to select

Manual shutter speed adjustment

≥ Avoid recording under fluorescent light,

mercury light or sodium light because the color

and brightness of the playback image may

change.

[

] (aperture) or [ ] (shutter

speed).

≥ If you increase the shutter speed manually, the

noise on the screen may increase.

≥ You may see vertical lines of light in the

playback image of a brightly shining subject or

highly reflective subject, but this is not a

malfunction.

2 Make the adjustment.

≥ During normal playback, image movement

may not look smooth.

≥ When recording in an extremely bright place,

the screen may change color or flicker. If so

adjust the shutter speed manually to [1/60] or

[1/100].

Manual iris/gain adjustment

≥ If the gain value is increased, the noise on the

screen increases.

Shutter speed:

1/30 to 1/8000

≥ If [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to [OFF], the

shutter speed will be set between 1/60 and

1/8000.

≥ Depending on the zoom magnification, there

are iris values that are not displayed.

≥ If [24pDIGITAL CINEMA] is set to [ON], the

shutter speed will be set between 1/24 and

1/8000. (When [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is set to

[OFF], the range is 1/48 to 1/8000.)

≥ The shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.

Iris/Gain value:

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

18dB)

≥ Value closer to [CLOSE] darken the image.

≥ Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.

≥ When the iris value is adjusted to brighter than

[OPEN], it changes to the gain value.

≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to

AUTO to restore to automatic adjustment.

≥ When setting both the shutter speed and the

iris/gain value, set the shutter speed and then

set the iris/gain value.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

Backup

With a PC

Others

64 Playback

72 Editing

78 With a TV

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Playback

Motion picture playback

VIDEO

Lock release button

≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from

OFF to another mode.

1 Operate the mode switch to

3 Select the scene to be played

select

back and press the cursor

button.

2 Select [

] (motion picture

playback) with the cursor button.

Thumbnail display

Play mode select button

Scene number

Motion picture playback

The selected scene is played back on the full

screen, and the operation icon is automatically

displayed on the screen.

≥ If 9 or more scenes have been recorded, the

next (or previous) page can be displayed by

moving the cursor button left and right or

selecting

and then pressing

the cursor button.

≥ The scene number display switches to the

page number, except when thumbnails are

selected.

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≥ Press the cursor button while selecting the play

mode select button to switch to the thumbnails

of the following scenes.

(All scenes):

Playback of all scenes

∫ Fast forward/rewind playback

Move the cursor button right during playback to

fast forward.

(Move the cursor button left to rewind.)

(By date):

Playback of scenes recorded on a selected date

(l 67)

(Intelligent scene selection):

Playback of the detected scenes that have been

recorded vividly (l 67)

≥ The fast forward/rewind speed increases if you

move the cursor button again. (The display on

4 Select the playback operation

with the cursor button.

the screen changes from 5 to

≥ Normal playback is restored when you move

the cursor button up.

Operating with the remote control

Press the 6 or 5 button during playback.

VOL

PLAY

PAUSE

1/;: Playback/Pause

6: Rewind playback

5: Fast forward playback

STILL ADV

∫:

Stops the playback and shows the

thumbnails.

∫ Skip playback

≥ The operation icon appears or disappears

each time the cursor button is pressed.

(to the start of a scene)

(Operation is possible with the remote

control only.)

∫ Speaker volume adjustment

Move the volume lever to adjust the speaker

volume during playback.

Press the : or 9 button during playback.

STILL ADV

SKIP

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

STILL ADV

SKIP

Towards “r”:

Increases the volume

Towards “s”:

Decreases the volume

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Operating with the remote control

∫ Slow-motion playback

Press the ; button.

Pause the playback.

Move and hold the cursor button right.

(Move and hold the cursor button left to

play back slow-motion pictures in

reverse.)

STILL ADV

SKIP

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

STILL ADV

SKIP

Press the E or D button.

STILL ADV

SKIP

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

STILL ADV

SKIP

≥ Normal playback is restored when you move

the cursor button up.

Motion picture compatibility

≥ This unit is based on the AVCHD format.

≥ The video signal that can be played back on

this unit is 1920k1080/60i, 1920k1080/24p

or 1440k1080/60i.

≥ When slow-motion pictures are played back in

reverse, they will be shown continuously at

approximately 2/3 the speed of normal

playback (intervals of 0.5 seconds).

≥ This unit may degrade or not play back

motion pictures recorded or created on

other products, and other products may

degrade or not play back motion pictures

recorded on this unit, even if the products

support AVCHD.

Operating with the remote control

Press the E or D button during playback.

STILL ADV

SKIP

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

STILL ADV

SKIP

≥ Sound will be heard only during normal

playback.

≥ If pause play is continued for 5 minutes, the

screen returns to the thumbnails.

≥ Any scenes where the thumbnails are

∫ Frame-by-frame playback

The motion picture is advanced one frame at a

time.

displayed as

cannot be played back. An

Pause the playback.

error message appears and the screen shows

the thumbnails.

≥ During motion picture playback, the power will

not turn off even if the LCD monitor is closed.

≥ The remaining time for playback indication will

be reset to “0h00m00s” each scene.

Move the cursor button right. (Move the

cursor button left to advance the frames

one at a time in the reverse direction.)

≥ A continuous recording of motion picture data

on the SD card that exceeds 4 GB may

momentarily stop at every 4 GB of data when

played back with another device.

≥ Normal playback is restored when you move

the cursor button up.

≥ When the frames are advanced one at a time

in the reverse direction, they will be shown in

intervals of 0.5 seconds.

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≥ Even if scenes are recorded on the same day,

they are grouped separately in the following

cases.

jWhen the number of scenes exceeds 99

jWhen the SD card is repaired

Playing back motion

pictures by date

Scenes recorded on the same day can be played

back in succession.

jWhen the setting of 24pDIGITAL CINEMA is

changed

1 Select

(By date), then press

the cursor button.

jWhen the recording mode is changed from

HA/HG/HX to HE or HE to HA/HG/HX

* –1, –2... is added after the recording date

displayed on the screen.

Intelligent scene selection

(Extracting parts recorded clearly to

play back)

Motion pictures are played back after excepting

some parts that may not have been recorded

clearly such as image shaking or out-of-focus

scenes.

2 Select the playback date, then

press the cursor button.

1 Select

(Intelligent scene

selection), then press the cursor

button.

The scenes recorded on the date selected are

displayed as thumbnails.

≥ Move the cursor button up or down to select

the playback date. Move the cursor button left

to select the last date of the previous month,

and move it to the right to select the last date of

the following month.

Select the scene to be played back,

then press the cursor button.

3 Select the scene to be played

back, then press the cursor

button.

≥ Select

button to return to the playback of all scenes.

≥ Select (By date) and press the cursor

(All scenes) and press the cursor

button to activate the Intelligent scene

selection on the selected date. (l 67)

≥ To return to the Intelligent scene selection for

≥ Select

(All scenes) and press the cursor

all scenes, select

(All scenes) with the

button to return to the playback of all scenes.

cursor button and then press the cursor button.

≥ Playing back of all the scenes returns if the

power is turned off or the mode switch is

operated.

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≥ The following motion pictures are skipped

jWhen motion pictures are recorded while

moving the unit quickly

Resuming the previous

playback

jWhen the unit shakes

jWhen the image contrast is too strong such

as when using backlight:

If playback of a scene was stopped halfway, the

playback can be resumed from where it was

stopped.

jWhen scenes are too dark

Select the menu. (l 27)

jWhen motion pictures are recorded while the

unit is upside down or downward

jWhen the subject is out of focus

≥ Up to 9 sections can be skipped for a single

scene.

≥ When motion pictures are skipped, the image

stops momentarily.

≥ The position of sections to be skipped may

vary depending on the type of recording, with

some having no skipped parts.

≥ Playing back all the scenes returns if the power

is turned off or the mode switch is operated.

≥ For data that are copied to a PC or written to

media by selecting motion pictures, or edited

with the easy editing function of HD Writer

2.5E, the Intelligent scene selection is

disabled.

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

If playback of a motion picture is stopped, [

appears on the thumbnail view of the stopped

scene.

]

≥ Set [RESUME PLAY] to [OFF] to cancel the

resume playback function.

≥ The memorized resume position is cleared if

you turn off the power or operate the mode

switch.

Repeat playback

Playback of the first scene starts after playback

of the last scene finishes.

Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO SETUP] # [REPEAT PLAY] # [ON]

The [

] indication appears on the thumbnail

and full screen views.

≥ All the scenes on the SD card are played back

repeatedly. (When the play mode is set to

, all the scenes on the selected date are

played back repeatedly.)

≥ Set [REPEAT PLAY] to [OFF] to cancel the

repeat playback function.

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Playback

Still picture playback

PHOTO

Lock release button

≥ Operate the mode switch while at the same time pressing in the lock release button if changing from

OFF to another mode.

1 Operate the mode switch to

3 Select the still picture to be

select

played back and press the cursor

button.

2 Select [

] (still picture

playback) with the cursor button.

Play mode select button

Thumbnail display

Still picture number

Folder/file name

Still picture playback

The selected still picture is played back on the

full screen, and the operation icon is

automatically displayed on the screen.

≥ If 9 or more still pictures have been recorded,

the next (or previous) page can be displayed

by moving the cursor button left and right or

selecting

and then pressing

the cursor button.

≥ The picture number display switches to the

page number, except when thumbnails are

selected.

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≥ Select the play mode select button and press

the cursor button to switch the following picture

displays to thumbnail view.

(All scenes):

Playback of all still pictures

(By date):

Still picture compatibility

≥ This unit is compliant with the unified

standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File

system) established by JEITA (Japan

Electronics and Information Technology

Industries Association).

≥ The file format of still pictures supported by

this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted

files will be played back.)

Playback of still pictures recorded on a selected

date (l 71)

4 Select the playback operation

≥ If a non-standard still picture is played back,

the folder/file name may not be displayed.

≥ This unit may degrade or not play back still

pictures recorded or created on other

products and other products may degrade

or not play back still pictures recorded on

this unit.

with the cursor button.

≥ Any still pictures where the thumbnails are

displayed as

error message appears and the screen shows

the thumbnails.

cannot be played back. An

1/;: Slide show (playback of the still pictures

in numerical order) start/pause.

2;: Plays back the previous picture.

;1: Plays back the next picture.

≥ During still picture playback, the power will not

turn off even if the LCD monitor is closed.

∫:

Stops the playback and shows the

thumbnails.

≥ The operation icon appears or disappears

each time the center of the cursor button is

pressed.

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≥ Even if still pictures are recorded on the same

day, they are grouped separately in the

following cases.

jWhen the number of still pictures exceeds

999

Playing back still pictures

by date

Still pictures recorded on the same day can be

played back in succession.

jWhen pictures are recorded in HD hi-speed

burst shooting mode ([

] is indicated

1 Select

(By date), then press

the cursor button.

before the date in the list by date).

2 Select the playback date, then

press the cursor button.

The still pictures recorded on the date selected

are displayed as thumbnails.

≥ Move the cursor button up or down to select

the playback date. Move the cursor button left

to select the last date of the previous month,

and move it to the right to select the last date of

the following month.

3 Select the still picture to be

played back.

≥ Select

(All scenes) and press the cursor

button to return to the playback of all still

pictures.

≥ Playing back of all the still pictures returns if

the power is turned off or the mode switch is

operated.

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Editing

Deleting scenes/still pictures

VIDEO PHOTO

Important:

The deleted scenes/still pictures cannot be restored.

¬Operate the mode switch to select

To delete by confirming images

being played back

Press the

button while scenes or still

pictures to be deleted are being played back.

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES], then press the cursor button.

∫ Deleting multiple scenes/still pictures from the thumbnail display

1 Press the

button while the

thumbnail view screen is

displayed.

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

Select the scene/still picture to

be deleted, then press the cursor

button.

2 Move the cursor button to select

[SELECT] or [ALL SCENES] and

press the cursor button.

≥ To unselect the scene/still picture, press the

cursor button again.

≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected to be deleted.

≥ When [ALL SCENES] is selected, the following

scenes/still pictures except the protected

scenes/still pictures on the SD card will be

deleted. When the confirmation message

appears, select [YES], then press the cursor

button.

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

Press the

button.

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES], then press the cursor button.

jWhen the play mode is set to

All scenes or still pictures

jWhen the play mode is set to

All the scenes or still pictures on the selected

date

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

To continue deleting other scenes

Repeat steps 3-4.

To complete editing

Press the MENU button.

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≥ You can also delete scenes by pressing the

MENU button, selecting [EDIT SCENE] #

[DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].

≥ You can also delete still pictures by pressing

the MENU button, selecting [PICT. SETUP] #

[DELETE] # [ALL SCENES] or [SELECT].

≥ When play mode is set to [INTEL. SCENE],

scenes cannot be deleted.

≥ To delete an unwanted part of a scene, divide

the scene first, and then delete the

unnecessary part. (l 74)

≥ Scenes/still pictures which cannot be played

back (the thumbnails are displayed as

cannot be deleted.

)

≥ Do not open the SD card cover while deleting

motion pictures or still pictures on the SD card.

The deletion will stop.

≥ In case of [ALL SCENES], the deletion may

take time if there are many scenes or still

pictures on the SD card.

≥ Do not turn off this unit while deleting.

≥ When you delete scenes/still pictures, use a

battery with sufficient battery power or use the

AC adaptor.

≥ If you delete scenes recorded on other

products or still pictures conforming to DCF

standard with this unit, all the data related to

the scenes/still pictures may be deleted.

≥ When still pictures recorded on an SD card by

other products are deleted, a still picture (other

than JPEG) that cannot be played back on this

unit may be erased.

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Editing

Dividing a scene to delete

VIDEO

To delete an unnecessary portion of a scene, first divide the scene and then delete the unnecessary

portion.

¬Select [

] (motion picture playback) while the mode switch is set to

. (l 64)

To continue dividing other scenes

Repeat steps 2-3 before completing dividing in

step 4.

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[EDIT SCENE] # [DIVIDE] # [SET]

To delete all the divided points

2 Select the scene to be divided,

[DIVIDE] # [CANCEL ALL]

then press the cursor button.

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES], then press the cursor button.

≥ All divided points set on this unit will be

canceled.

≥ The scenes that were deleted after division

cannot be recovered.

≥ When play mode is set to [INTEL. SCENE],

scenes cannot be divided.

≥ Scenes cannot be divided if the number of all

scenes has reached 3998 or the number of

scenes played back on a selected date has

reached 99.

3 Select [

] to set the dividing

point.

≥ It may not be possible to divide scenes with a

short recording time.

≥ If images that have been divided are played

back on another device, the points where the

scenes join may not be clear.

≥ Data that has been recorded or edited on

another device cannot be divided and the

divided points cannot be deleted.

≥ When [CANCEL ALL] is selected, the divided

points of all scenes are deleted and the unit

turns back to the setting that plays back all

scenes even if you selected to play back the

scenes by date.

≥ Using slow-motion playback or frame-by-frame

playback makes it easy to search for the point

where you want to divide the scene. (l 66)

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES], then press the cursor button.

4 Press the MENU button to

complete dividing.

5 Delete the unnecessary scene.

(l 72)

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Editing

Protecting scenes/still

pictures

VIDEO PHOTO

Scenes/still pictures can be protected so that they are not deleted by mistake.

(Even if you protect some scenes/still pictures on an SD card, formatting the SD card will delete

them.)

¬Operate the mode switch to select

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[VIDEO SETUP] or [PICT. SETUP]#

[SCENE PROTECT] # [YES]

2 Select the scene/still picture to

be protected and then press the

cursor button.

The [

] indication appears and the scene/still

picture is protected.

≥ Press the cursor button again to cancel the

setting.

≥ 2 or more scenes/still pictures can be set in

succession.

≥ Press the MENU button to complete the

settings.

≥ When play mode is set to [INTEL. SCENE]

while playing back motion pictures, scenes

cannot be protected.

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Editing

DPOF setting

PHOTO

You can write the data selecting still pictures to be printed and the number of prints (DPOF data) onto

the SD card.

¬Select [

] (still picture playback) while the mode switch is set to

. (l 69)

To cancel all DPOF settings

Select the menu. (l 27)

∫ What is DPOF?

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format

which allows the user of a digital camera to

define which captured images on the SD card

are to be printed, together with information on the

number of copies they wish to print. (Please

note: Not all commercial printing services

support this feature at his time.)

[DPOF SET] # [CANCEL ALL]

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES], then press the cursor button.

≥ Please perform the DPOF settings on this unit.

≥ You cannot add the recording date to pictures

to be printed with the DPOF settings.

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[PICT. SETUP] # [DPOF SET] # [SET]

2 Select the still picture to be set,

then press the cursor button.

3 Select the number of prints, then

press the cursor button.

≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints

to [0].

≥ You can also select multiple still pictures in

succession.

≥ Press the MENU button to complete the

settings.

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Editing

Formatting

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Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be

erased. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc.

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES], then press the cursor button.

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

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

≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU

button to exit the message screen.

≥ Do not turn this unit off or remove the SD card, while formatting. Do not expose the unit to vibrations

or shock.

Use this unit to format SD cards.

Do not format an SD card using any other equipment such as a PC. The card may not be used

on this unit.

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With a TV

Watching Video/Pictures on

your TV

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The motion pictures and still pictures recorded on this unit can be played back on a TV screen.

Confirm the terminals on your TV

and use a cable compatible with

the terminals. Image quality may

vary with the connected terminals.

High quality

HDMI terminal

Component terminal

Video terminal

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

≥ Use the supplied component cable to connect the unit via the component terminal on your TV, while

using the supplied AV cable to connect it to the video terminal. Use of the following Panasonic HDMI

mini cables is recommended to connect the unit to the HDMI terminal.

1 Connect this unit to a TV.

HDMI mini cable

(optional)

Component cable

(supplied)

AV cable (supplied)

Picture quality

High definition images

when connecting to

HDMI terminal

High definition images

when connecting to

component terminal

compatible with 1080i

Standard images when

connecting to

component terminal

compatible with 480i

Standard images when

connecting to video

terminal

A/V

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

≥ We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables (optional).

Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m/4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m/9.8 feet)

≥ Do not use any other component cables except the supplied one.

≥ The component terminal is for outputting images only so be sure to also connect the AV cable. (It is

not necessary to connect the yellow plug.)

≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.

2 Select the video input on the TV, that this unit is connected to.

≥ Example:

Select the [HDMI] channel with a HDMI mini cable.

Select the [Component] channel with a component cable.

Select the [Video 2] channel with an AV cable.

(The name of the channel may differ depending on the connected TV.)

3 Set the mode switch to

to play back.

≥ The image and audio are output on the TV.

Cables

Reference items

HDMI mini cable (optional)

Component cable (supplied)

≥ Connecting with a HDMI mini cable (l 81)

≥ Listening in 5.1 channel sound (l 82)

™

≥ Playback using VIERA Link (HDAVI Control ) (l 83)

≥ Connecting with the component cable (l 82)

If the image or audio from this unit does not appear on the TV

≥ Check the connections.

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

≥ Check the input setting (input switch) and the audio input setting on the TV. (For more

information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)

≥ Check [HDMI RESOLUTION] when connecting with a HDMI mini cable. (l 81)

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∫ To display the on-screen

∫ To watch images with a 16:9

information on the TV

aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3)

When the EXT DISPLAY button on the remote

control is pressed, the information displayed on

the screen (operation icon and time code etc.)

can be displayed on the TV.

When playing back motion pictures or still

pictures recorded on this unit with a 16:9 aspect

ratio on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the images

on the screen may be squeezed horizontally.

In this case, change the menu setting to play

back the pictures in the original aspect ratio.

(Depending on the TV setting, the pictures may

not be displayed correctly. For more information,

please read the operating instructions of your

TV.)

START/

STOP

PHOTO

SHOT

EXT

DISPLAY

DATE/

TIME

ZOOM

VOL

Select the menu. (l 27)

≥ Press the button again to erase the

information.

≥ The screen on this unit will not change.

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

Example of images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on

a regular TV (4:3)

≥ When connecting with a HDMI mini cable, be

sure to connect to a HDMI input terminal. Do

not connect to a HDMI output terminal on other

products.

≥ When connecting with a component cable, be

sure to also connect the AV cable.

[TV ASPECT] setting

[16:9]

[4:3]

(Insert it in the audio input terminal for the

component terminal input.)

≥ When a HDMI mini cable and the AV cable are

connected at the same time, priority is given to

the output from the HDMI mini cable.

≥ When the component cable and the AV cable

are connected at the same time, priority is

given to the component cable for image output.

≥ If a wide-screen TV is connected, adjust the

aspect setting on the TV. (Refer to the

operating instructions of the TV for details.)

Refer to the following support site for information about the Panasonic TVs that you can

directly insert an SD card into the SD card slot on the TV and then play it back.

http://panasonic.net/

≥ For details on how to play back, please read the operating instructions for the TV.

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Connecting with a HDMI mini cable

What is HDMI?

HDMI is the next-generation interface for digital devices. When this unit is connected to a HDMI

compatible device, the image and audio can be output with a digital signal. If you connect this unit to

a HDMI compatible high definition TV and then play back the recorded high definition images, you

can enjoy them in high resolution with high quality sound.

If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link, linked operations

(VIERA Link) are possible. (l 83)

Select the desired method of HDMI output when using an HDMI mini cable (optional).

Select the menu. (l 27)

[SETUP] # [HDMI RESOLUTION] # desired setting

[AUTO]:

The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV.

Information from the connected TV

Output resolution

720p, 1080i

Others

1080i

480p

[1080i]:

[480p]:

The interlace method with 1080 available scan lines is used for output.

The progressive method with 480 available scan lines is used for output.

1080i

This is an interlace scan method which scans 1080 scan lines to display a high definition image. The

1080 available scan lines are divided in half and scanned on the screen alternatively every 1/60 of

a second. The number of available scan lines is more than double the 480 scan lines used to display

standard images until now so the images have clearer detail and a lot of presence.

480p

This is a progressive scan method which scans all 480 available scan lines on the screen at the

same time every 1/60 of a second. This method reduces the flickering as the scan lines are not

scanned on the screen alternatively like in the interlace method.

480i

This is an interlace scan method in which the 480 available scan lines are divided in half and

scanned on the screen alternatively every 1/60 of a second.

Interlace method/progressive method

Video signals until now (NTSC) are referred to as 480i (i is short for interlace) whereas a high-

density video signal that doubles the number of scan lines is called 480p (p is short for progressive).

The component terminal and the HDMI mini connector on this unit are also compatible with high

definition image output 1080i. It is necessary to have a compatible TV to enjoy progressive and high

definition images.

≥ If the images are not output on the TV when the setting is [AUTO], switch to the method [1080i] or

[480p] which enables the images to be displayed on your TV. (Please read the operating instructions

for the TV.)

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Listening in 5.1 channel sound

If you connect this unit and an AV amplifier with a HDMI terminal with a HDMI mini cable and then

playback, you can listen to 5.1 channel sound recorded from the internal microphones.

≥ Please read the operating instructions for the AV amplifier, speakers and TV for more information

about how to connect them etc.

≥ If you connect this unit to a Panasonic AV amplifier and Panasonic TV that are compatible with

VIERA Link, linked operations (VIERA Link) become possible. (l 83)

≥ The unit cannot be connected to the optical digital cable. Connect it to an AV amplifier with the HDMI

terminals.

Connecting with the component cable

When this unit is connected to a TV with the component cable, the output setting on this unit can be

changed. Set it to match the terminal on the TV that you connect to.

Select the menu. (l 27)

[SETUP] # [COMPONENT OUT] # desired setting

[480i]: When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 480i.

(Playback is in standard quality.)

[1080i]: When connecting to the component terminal on the TV compatible with 1080i.

(Playback is in high definition quality.)

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With a TV

™

Playback using VIERA Link

(HDAVI Control )

™

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What is the VIERA Link?

≥ VIERA Link is a new name for EZ Sync

™

≥ This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when

this unit has been connected to an VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable

(optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.)

≥ VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard

HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC

compatible devices made by other companies are not guaranteed. When using devices made by

other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the

respective devices.

≥ This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.3. VIERA Link Ver.3 is the newest Panasonic version

and is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of December 2007)

Connect this unit to a Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link with a HDMI

mini cable and then operate with the remote control for the TV.

∫ Setting on this unit

¬Set the mode switch to

Select the menu. (l 27)

∫ Playback operation with the

remote control for the TV

[SETUP] # [VIERA Link] # [ON]

≥ The default setting is [ON].

DISPLAY ON/OFF

HDMI IN

1) Press the button up, down, left or right to

select a scene or file to be played back, and

then press the button in the center to set it.

2) Activate the operation icons that are

displayed on TV screen with the remote

control for the TV.

Operation icons

Display operation icons

Cancel operation icons

Display/Cancel operation icons

≥ The playback operation is performed the same

as on this unit.

jPlaying back motion pictures (l 64)

jPlaying back still pictures (l 69)

HDMI mini cable (optional)

Panasonic TV compatible with VIERA Link

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≥ If the TV has two or more HDMI input terminals, it is recommended to connect this unit to HDMI2 or

HDMI3.

≥ VIERA Link must be activated on the connected TV. (Read the operating instructions of the TV for

how to set etc.)

≥ If you are not using VIERA Link, set [VIERA Link] to [OFF].

∫ Other linked operations

Turning the power off:

If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, the power on this unit also turns off. (When

recording motion pictures, formatting, deleting, recovering or connecting the unit to a PC with a USB

cable, the power will not turn off.)

Automatic input switching:

If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on the power on this unit, the input channel on the

TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn on

automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting).

≥ Depending on the HDMI terminal on the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this

case, use the remote control for the TV to switch the input channel. (For details on how to switch

input, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)

≥ If VIERA Link does not work properly, refer to page 119.

≥ If you are unsure whether or not the TV and AV amplifier you are using are compatible with

VIERA Link, read the operating instructions for the devices.

≥ Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types

of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of

the TV for the operations that support on the TV.

≥ Operation is not possible with a cable that is not based on the HDMI standard.

We recommend using Panasonic HDMI mini cables.

Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m/4.9 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m/9.8 feet)

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

Backup

With a PC

Others

86 With other products

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With other

products

Connecting a DVD burner to

copy to/play back a disc

VIDEO PHOTO

Motion pictures or still pictures recorded with this unit can be copied to a DVD disc by connecting a

DVD burner VW-BN1 (optional) to this unit using a Mini AB USB connection cable (supplied with

VW-BN1). The copied DVD disc can also be played back.

≥ Please read the operating instructions of the DVD burner for how to use it.

Preparing for copying/playing back

We recommend using Panasonic DVD burner VW-BN1.

About discs that can be used for copying

New 12 cm discs (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL)

≥ You cannot copy to 8 cm discs or iRW/iR/iR DL/CD-RW/CD-R.

≥ We recommend using the discs that have been recommended in the operating instructions of the

DVD burner. Refer to the operating instructions of the DVD burner for details about recommended

discs, disc handling etc.

* You cannot record on a disc that has already been used. However if a DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW is

formatted, then it can be used for copying.

1 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied with VW-BN1) to the DVD burner.

≥ You cannot supply power to the DVD burner from this unit.

2 Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and set the mode switch to

≥ If a battery is used, operation is not possible when this unit is connected to a DVD burner.

3 Connect this unit to the DVD burner with the Mini AB USB connection

cable (supplied with VW-BN1).

Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with VW-BN1)

DVD burner (optional)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

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4 Insert the disc in the DVD burner.

(When copying)

Select [BURN DISC] and press the cursor button.

(When playing back)

Select [PLAY DISC] and press the cursor button.

≥ Refer to page 90 for how to play back the copied discs.

Copying to discs

≥ Motion pictures are copied as AVCHD format high definition images.

≥ We recommend preparing the necessary number of discs that can be used for copying (l 86),

and spare discs.

≥ You cannot copy from multiple SD cards to 1 disc.

≥ Motion pictures and still pictures cannot both be copied to a single disc.

≥ Confirm that auto protection is [ON] before copying data. We recommend that auto protection is

turned [ON] while copying data. (l 91)

1 Connect this unit to the DVD

(Only when [SELECT SCENES]/

burner to prepare for copying.

[SELECT DATE] is selected in step 2)

Select [VIDEO] or [PICTURE] and

press the cursor button.

(l 86)

2 Select the item and press the

cursor button.

(Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected

in step 2)

[ALL SCENES]:

This is for copying all scenes simultaneously.

(Since motion pictures and still pictures are

copied to separate discs, two or more discs are

required.) Proceed to step 6.

Select the scene you want to copy

and press the cursor button.

[SELECT SCENES]:

This is for selecting the scenes to copy.

[SELECT DATE]:

This is for selecting date of the scenes to copy.

≥ When the cursor button is pressed again, the

selected scene will be canceled.

≥ Up to 99 scenes can be selected in

succession.

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(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in

step 2)

(Only when [SELECT DATE] is selected in step

Press the MENU button.

Select the date you want to copy

and press the cursor button.

6 When the confirmation message

appears, select [YES], then press

the cursor button.

≥ When the cursor button is pressed again, the

selected date will be canceled.

≥ Up to 99 dates can be selected in succession.

≥ Move the cursor button up or down to select

the playback date. Move the cursor button left

to select the last date of the previous month,

and move it to the right to select the last date of

the following month.

The number of discs necessary for copying

by disc type

≥ When 2 or more discs are necessary for

copying, follow the on-screen instructions to

switch discs.

(Only when [SELECT SCENES] is selected

in step 2)

≥ After copying is complete, eject the disc and

disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable

from this unit.

Select [START] and press the

cursor button.

≥ After copying is complete, the disc becomes

play-only and further recording is no longer

possible.

Before you delete the data on the SD card after copying is complete, be sure to play back the

discs to check that they have been copied to correctly. (l 90)

Important Notice

≥ When connecting an optional DVD burner and this unit for copying a disc, do not insert a

disc with recorded motion pictures into devices that do not support the AVCHD format. In

some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The disc will not play back on devices that

do not support the AVCHD format.

≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion/still pictures into other devices, a

message prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the disc, since

deleted data cannot be restored later.

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About the approximate time it takes for copying to a disc

To copy motion pictures to the full capacity of a disc

Disc type

Copy time

* The data is written to all areas of the disc

to increase playback compatibility with

other devices so, even if the data capacity

to be copied is small, the time it takes for

copying may be about the same as the

time shown in the table.

DVD-RAM

Approx. 50 min to 80 min

Approx. 35 min to 75 min

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Approx. 25 min to 45 min

To copy 600 still pictures (approx. 600 MB)

Disc type

Copy time

DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R

Approx. 30 min to 40 min

≥ DVD-R DL have two layers of recording surface so the copy time is approximately 2 to 3 times that

of DVD-R.

≥ Depending on the following conditions, the time it takes for copying may be longer than the above

times. Wait until a message appears indicating that copying is complete.

jThe number of recorded scenes:

It will take time to copy if the number of recorded scenes is large even when the recording time is

the same.

When the temperature of the DVD burner has become high:

Example: If multiple discs have been copied to continuously or the surrounding temperature is high.

∫ To copy the same data on a new disc successively after confirming the

contents of the copied disc by playing it back

Press the DISC COPY button on the

playback thumbnail view to display the

selection screen in Step 2, so that you can

copy data again.

≥

The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. (

90)

≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable while

copying. Also, do not shake the DVD burner.

≥ It is impossible to stop copying halfway.

≥ The order in which the scenes were copied cannot be changed.

≥ Data that has been recorded on another device may not be copied.

≥ Motion pictures that are recorded on a PC with HD Writer 2.5E cannot be copied.

≥ When 2 or more discs are necessary for copying, the last scene copied to a disc is automatically

divided to fit the space on the disc.

≥ The number of discs necessary for copying is automatically calculated. However, copying may be

completed using less discs than the number displayed if there is other data on the SD card or if

scenes were automatically divided.

≥ When the disc that was copied to is played back on another device, the picture may momentarily stop

at the points where the scenes switch.

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Playing back the copied disc

≥ Only discs that have been copied by connecting this unit to the DVD burner or where motion

pictures have been recorded in AVCHD format can be played back. It may not be possible to

play back discs recorded on other devices.

1 Connect this unit to the DVD burner to prepare for playback. (l 86)

2 Use the cursor button to select [ ] disc playback tab.

(Destination disc for motion pictures)

Disc playback tab

(Destination disc for still pictures)

Disc playback tab

3 Select the scene or still picture to be played back and then play it back.

≥ The playback operation is performed the same as when playing back motion pictures or still pictures.

(l 64, 69)

≥ After playback, eject the disc and disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable from this unit.

≥ Press the DISC COPY button in thumbnail view to display the selection screen for copying data to a

disc. The data can be copied to a new disc inserted in the DVD burner. (l 89)

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Managing the copied disc

(Formatting/Auto protect/Displaying disc information)

≥ Connect this unit to the DVD burner and then select [PLAY DISC]. (l 86)

be erased and the process cannot be

reversed.

∫ Formatting discs

This is for initializing DVD-RAM and DVD-RW

discs.

≥ Select [

] tab.

2 Copy to the disc. (l 87)

≥ The copied disc is write protected when it is

ejected if [AUTO PROTECT] is [ON].

Please be aware that if a disc is formatted,

then all the data recorded on the disc will be

erased. Back up important data on a PC etc.

To release the disc protection

≥ If you format a disc, the auto protection is

released. Please be aware that if a disc is

formatted, then all the data recorded on the

disc is erased and cannot be recovered.

≥ The disc will need to be re-formatted on the

device you will use.

Select the menu. (l 27)

[DISC SETUP] or [SETUP] #

[FORMAT DISC] # [YES]

≥ When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES], then press the cursor button.

≥ When formatting is complete, press the MENU

button to exit the message screen.

∫ Displaying disc information

Information such as the type of recorded disc,

the number of recorded scenes and whether or

not the disc is finalized is displayed.

≥ Connect this unit and the DVD burner to format

discs. You may no longer be able to use the

discs if you format them on another device

such as a PC etc.

≥ Select [

] tab.

] (motion picture playback) of

[

Select the menu. (l 27)

∫ Auto protect

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

You can protect (write protect) a DVD-RAM or

DVD-RW disc when copying to it so that it is not

formatted by mistake when you insert it in

another device.

≥ Press the MENU button to exit the information

screen.

≥ Select [

] tab.

] (motion picture playback) of

[

1 Select the menu. (l 27)

[DISC SETUP] # [AUTO PROTECT] # [ON]

≥ The default setting is [ON].

≥ We recommend setting [AUTO PROTECT] to

[ON] in order to prevent accidental deletion on

other devices.

If a disc that you copied to is inserted in

another device without protecting it, a message

may be displayed prompting you to format the

disc. If the disc is formatted, important data will

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With other

products

Dubbing images onto other

video device

VIDEO

Images played back on this unit can be dubbed onto a DVD recorder or video device.

≥ Images are dubbed in standard quality.

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

Change the video input on the

video device and TV that this unit

is connected to.

≥ The channel set will differ depending on

the terminal to which the unit is connected.

≥ See the operating instructions of the video

device for details.

A/V

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the

supplied one.

AV cable (supplied)

1 Connect this unit to a video device and then set the mode switch to

2 Start playback on this unit.

3 Start recording on the connected device.

≥ To stop recording (dubbing), stop playback on this unit after stopping recording on the recorder.

≥ If the date and time display and function indication are not wanted, cancel them before dubbing.

(l 30, 80)

If the dubbed images are played back on a wide-screen TV, the images may be stretched vertically.

In this case, refer to the operating instruction of the device you are connecting to or read the

operating instructions of the wide-screen TV and set the aspect ratio to 16:9.

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With other

products

With a printer (PictBridge)

PHOTO

To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge.

(Read the operating instructions for the printer.)

PictBridge is an industry standard from the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) for direct

printing. It allows images to be printed directly from digital cameras to a printer, without having to

connect the camera to a PC.

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

≥ Turn on this unit. (This function is available in all modes.)

USB cable (supplied)

≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.

1 Connect this unit to a printer.

≥ Do not use any other USB connection cables

except the supplied one. (Operation is not

guaranteed with any other USB cables.)

3 Select a still picture to be printed,

then press the cursor button.

2 Select [PictBridge] and press the

cursor button.

Select the desired number of prints,

then press the cursor button.

≥ If the [PictBridge] indication does not appear or

continues to flash, disconnect and then

reconnect the USB cable.

≥ You can set up to 9 prints.

≥ To cancel the setting, set the number of prints

to [0].

≥ Up to 8 files can be set in succession by

repeating steps 3 and 4.

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5 Press the MENU button to

8 Select the desired layout setting

display the PictBridge menus.

on [PAGE LAYOUT].

6 Select the date print setting on

[DATE PRINT].

[STANDARD]: Layout specific to the printer

[

No frame print

Frame print

≥ You cannot set page layouts not supported on

the printer.

9 Select [PRINT] # [YES] and

press the cursor button to print

the pictures.

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

setting is unavailable.

7 Select the paper size setting on

[PAPER SIZE].

≥ Exit PictBridge by disconnecting the USB cable

(supplied) after the pictures have been printed.

When you stop printing halfway

Move the cursor button down.

[STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer

[4k5 INCH]:

[5k7 INCH]:

[4k6 INCH]:

[A4]:

L size

2L size

Postcard size

A4 size

≥

A confirmation message appears. If [YES] is selected,

the number of prints set is canceled and the screen

returns to step 3. If [NO] is selected, all the settings are

kept and the screen returns to step 3.

≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on

the printer.

≥ Avoid the following operations during printing.

These operations disable proper printing.

jDisconnecting the USB cable

jOpening the SD card cover and removing

the SD card

jSwitching the mode switch

jTurn the unit off

≥ Check the settings for the paper size, print

quality etc. on the printer.

≥ The print quality varies with paper size.

≥ The edges of still pictures recorded in this unit

with a 16:9 aspect ratio may be cut off. When

using a printer with a trimming or borderless

printing function, cancel this function before

printing. (Refer to the operating instructions of

the printer for details.)

≥ When the unit is connected directly to the

printer, the DPOF settings cannot be used.

≥ Connect the printer directly to this unit. Do not

use a USB hub.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

Backup

With a PC

Others

96 Before using

101 Setup

105 Using with a PC

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Before using

What you can do with a PC

Data type

Available function

Software required

CD-ROM (supplied):

HD Writer 2.5E for HDC

Copying data to a

PC:

Motion/Still

pictures

Writing data to

media

Motion/Still

pictures

Motion pictures

Copying data

between media :

Motion pictures

Motion

picture

Easy editing:

Editing motion picture data copied on an HDD of a PC

≥ Split, merge, delete

≥ Converting the motion picture data to MPEG2

≥ Creating a DVD Video disc

Playing back on a PC:

Play back the motion picture data on an SD card or

a DVD disc in high definition picture quality on a

PC.

Formatting discs:

Depending on the type of disc that you use,

formatting is necessary. Discs are formatted using

the UDF 2.5 file system that supports the AVCHD

format.

Playing back on a PC

Standard Windows picture

viewer or a commercially

available picture viewer

Still picture

Copying still pictures to a PC (l 104)

Windows Explorer

Refer to page 106 if using a Macintosh.

*1 Compatible media are SD card and discs (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-R DL).

*2 Refer to the operating instructions of HD Writer 2.5E (PDF file) for details on how to use it.

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Important Notice

≥ Do not insert a disc recorded in AVCHD format with HD Writer 2.5E in a device that does not

support the AVCHD format. In some cases the disc may get stuck in the device. The disc

will not play back on devices that do not support the AVCHD format.

≥ When inserting a disc containing recorded motion pictures into other devices, a message

prompting you to format the disc may be displayed. Do not format the disc, since deleted

data cannot be restored later.

≥ We cannot guarantee operation if you use software other than that supplied to read/write motion

picture.

≥ Do not start the software supplied with this unit and other software at the same time. Close any other

software if you start the software supplied with this unit and close the software supplied with this unit

if you start any other software.

≥ Be sure to use the supplied USB cable when connecting this unit and a PC. (Operation is not

guaranteed with any other USB cables.)

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End User License Agreement

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

You (“Licensee”) are granted a license for the

Article 6 Limitation of Liability

The Software is provided “AS-IS” without

Software defined in this End User Software

Agreement (“Agreement”) on condition that you

agree to the terms and conditions of this

Agreement. If Licensee does not agree to the

terms and conditions of this Agreement, promptly

return the Software to Matsushita Electric

Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Matsushita”), its distributors

or dealers from which you made the purchase.

warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied,

including, but not limited to, warranties of non-

infringement, merchantability and/or fitness for a

particular purpose. Further, Matsushita does not

warrant that the operation of the Software will be

uninterrupted or error free. Matsushita or any of

its distributors or dealers will not be liable for any

damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in

connection with Licensee’s use of the Software.

Article 1 License

Licensee is granted the right to use the software,

including the information recorded or described

on the CD-ROM, instruction manuals, and any

other media provided to Licensee (collectively

“Software”), but all applicable rights to patents,

copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in the

Software are not transferred to Licensee.

Article 7 Export Control

Licensee agrees not to export or re-export to any

country the Software in any form without the

appropriate export licenses under regulations of

the country where Licensee resides, if

necessary.

Article 2 Use by a Third Party

Article 8 Termination of License

Licensee may not use, copy, modify, transfer or

allow any third party, whether free of charge or

not, to use, copy or modify the Software, except

as expressly provided for in this Agreement.

The right granted to Licensee hereunder will be

automatically terminated if Licensee violates any

of the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

Upon such automatic termination, Licensee must

destroy the Software and related documentation

together with all the copies thereof at Licensee’s

own expense.

Article 3 Restrictions on Copying the Software

Licensee may make a single copy of the

Software in whole or in part solely for back-up

purposes.

Article 4 PC

Licensee may only use the Software on a single

PC at a single location.

Article 5 Reverse Engineering, Decompiling or

Disassembly

Licensee may not reverse engineer, decompile,

or disassemble the Software, except to the

extent either of them is permitted under law or

regulation of the country where Licensee resides.

Matsushita, or its distributors or dealers will not

be responsible for any defects in the Software or

damage to Licensee caused by Licensee’s

reverse engineering, decompiling, or

disassembly of the Software.

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Before using

Operating environment

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

cannot be used.

≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible DVD writer

drive and media are necessary for writing to a DVD.)

≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.

jWhen 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB

hubs or by using extension cables.

jOperation on an upgraded OS.

jOperation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.

≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98,

Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT.

∫ Operating environment for HD Writer 2.5E for HDC

IBM PC/AT compatible PC

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate

Microsoft Windows Vista Business

CPU

Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher (including compatible CPU)

(Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher, Intel Pentium D 3.2 GHz or higher

™

or AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 5200+ or higher is recommended

when a playback function or MPEG2 output function is used.)

RAM

Windows Vista: 1024 MB or more

Windows XP/2000: 512 MB or more (1024 MB or more recommended)

Display

High Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended)

Desktop resolution of 1024k768 pixels or more (1280k1024 pixels or

more recommended)

Windows Vista: DirectX 10 compatible video card

Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card

Compatible with DirectDraw overlay

™

PCI Express k16 compatible recommended

Free hard disk drive

space

Ultra DMA — 100 or more

300 MB or more (for installing the application)

≥ When writing to a DVD, more than double the amount of free space as

the disc being created is necessary.

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Necessary software

Windows Vista: DirectX 10

Windows XP/2000: DirectX 9.0c

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

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

or not your PC is compatible, contact the maker of your PC.

Sound

DirectSound Support

Interface

USB port [Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)]

Mouse or equivalent pointing device

Other requirements

≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.

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

≥ Operation cannot be guaranteed on all DVD drives.

≥ Operation is not guaranteed on Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows XP

Media Center Edition, Tablet PC Edition and not compatible with 64 bit operation systems.

≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.

≥ This software is not compatible with a multi-monitor environment.

≥ If using Windows XP/2000, an administrative account user only can use this software. If using

Windows Vista, administrative account and standard account users only can use this software. (An

administrative account user should install and uninstall this software.)

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

IBM PC/AT compatible PC

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack 4

Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Microsoft Windows XP Professional

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate

Microsoft Windows Vista Business

Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise

CPU

RAM

Windows Vista: Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher

Windows XP/2000: Intel Pentium III 450 MHz or higher or Intel Celeron

400 MHz or higher

Windows Vista Home Basic:

512 MB or more

Windows Vista Home Premium/Ultimate/Business/Enterprise:

1 GB or more

Windows XP/2000: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)

Interface

USB port

Other requirements

Mouse or equivalent pointing device

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

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Setup

Installation

When installing the software, log on to your PC as the Administrator (or with a user name with

equivalent authorization) or with the user name for a standard user account. (If you do not have

authorization to do this, consult your manager.)

≥ Before starting the installation, close all applications that are running.

≥ Do not perform any other operations on your PC while the software is being installed.

1 Insert the CD-ROM into the PC.

3 Read the [End User License

≥ If the installation screen does not appear

Agreement], then place a check

beside [I accept the terms of the

license agreement] if you agree

to them and click [Next].

automatically, double-click the CD-ROM drive

icon in [My Computer (Computer)].

2 Click [Next].

≥ If you do not agree to the terms and conditions

of the License Agreement, installation is not

possible.

4 Continue to follow the on-screen

messages to install HD Writer

2.5E.

≥ If using Windows 2000, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c

must be installed in order to operate HD Writer

2.5E.

Depending on the operating environment, you

may be required to install DirectX 9.0c. Click

[Yes] to install it.

If you install the software on a PC that is not

compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not

work properly. If you are unsure whether or not

your PC is compatible, contact the PC

manufacturer.

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6 Click [Finish].

After the installation is complete, restrictions

are displayed.

Check the contents, then close

the window.

The PC must be rebooted for the

application to work.

∫ Uninstalling HD Writer 2.5E

Follow the steps below to uninstall any software applications that you no longer require.

1 Select [start] # ([Settings] #)

2 Select [HD Writer 2.5E for HDC],

[Control Panel] #

then click [Change/Remove]

([Change or Remove] or [Add/

Remove]) or [Uninstall].

[Add or Remove Programs

(Applications)] or [Uninstall a

program].

≥ Proceed with the uninstallation by following the

on-screen instructions.

≥ After uninstalling the software, be sure to

reboot the PC.

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Setup

Connection and recognition

After the software applications are installed, this unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly

recognized by the PC.

≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC.

USB cable (supplied)

≥ Do not disconnect the USB cable or the AC

adaptor while the card access lamp is on or

1 Connect this unit to the AC

adaptor.

card access icon (

) appears on the LCD

≥ If a battery is used, operation is not possible

when this unit is connected to a PC.

monitor. Doing so may damage the data.

∫ If the driver has not been

recognized properly

Use the following methods to enable it to be

2 Turn on the unit.

≥ This function is available in all modes.

recognized.

Method 1:

Turn off the unit and your PC once and try

verifying again.

3 Connect this unit to a PC.

≥

Insert the USB connectors as far as they will go.

≥ Do not use any other USB connection cables

except the supplied one. (Operation is not

guaranteed with any other USB cables.)

Method 2:

Remove the SD card and try verifying again.

Method 3:

Try connecting the unit to another USB port on

your PC.

4 Select [PC CONNECT] and press

the cursor button.

∫ To disconnect USB cable safely

Double click the

(

) icon in task

tray displayed on the PC.

≥ Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon

may not be displayed.

Select [USB Mass Storage Device] and

click [Stop].

Verify [MATSHITA HDC-SD9/SD USB

Device] is selected and click [OK].

≥ This unit is automatically detected by the PC.

≥ When the unit is connected to a PC, the

operation mode cannot be changed and its

power cannot be turned off.

Disconnect the USB cable, before turning

this unit off (l 103).

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About the PC display

When the unit is connected to a PC, it is recognized as an external drive.

≥ [Removable Disk] (Example:

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

Example folder structure of an SD card:

Up to 999 still pictures in JPEG format

can be stored. ([IMGA0001.JPG] etc.)

Removable Disk

Still pictures are stored in JPEG format

when recorded in HD hi-speed burst

shooting mode.

DCIM

100CDPFQ

101CDPFR

MISC

* These can be opened with picture software

that supports JPEG pictures.

The DPOF setting files are recorded.

The motion picture thumbnails are

recorded.

AVCHD format motion picture files are

saved. ([00000.MTS] etc.)

PRIVATE

AVCHD

AVCHDTN

BDMV

Files for intelligent scene selection

playback are recorded.

IISVPL

∫ Copying your still pictures to

your PC

We recommend using HD Writer 2.5E to copy

or write back motion picture data recorded on

an SD card.

Using Windows Explorer or other programs on

the PC to copy, move or rename files and

folders recorded with this unit will result in

them being unusable with HD Writer 2.5E.

Card reader function (mass storage)

Still pictures recorded with this unit can be

copied to the PC with Explorer or other

programs.

Connect this unit to the PC and then

select [PC CONNECT].

Double click the folder that contains the

still pictures on the removable disk

([DCIM] # [100CDPFQ] etc.).

Drag and drop the still pictures onto the

destination folder (on the PC’s HDD).

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

may make the SD card unuseable in this unit.

≥ When data not supported by this unit has been

recorded on a PC, it will not be recognized by

this unit.

≥ Always use this unit to format SD cards.

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Using with a

Starting HD Writer 2.5E

≥ When using HD Writer 2.5E on Windows XP/2000, log on to your computer as Administrator (or with

a login name equally authorized). If you log on with a login name other than Administrator, you cannot

use the applications.

≥ When using HD Writer 2.5E on Windows Vista, log on to your computer as Administrator (or with a

user name for a guest user account, the software cannot be used.

(On the PC)

Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer 2.5E]

# [HD Writer].

The HD Writer 2.5E introductory screen is displayed. If [OK] is clicked, the software will start.

≥ For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions of the

software.

Reading the operating instructions of the software

applications

For details on how to use the software applications, read the PDF operating instructions.

≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF

operating instructions.

Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [HD Writer 2.5E]

# [Operating Instructions].

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Using with a

If using Macintosh

≥ HD Writer 2.5E is not available for Macintosh.

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

Macintosh

Mac OS X 10.4

CPU

PowerPC G5 (1.8 GHz or higher)

Intel Core Duo

Intel Core Solo

RAM

64 MB or more

USB port

Interface

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

cannot be used.

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

≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only.

∫ Copying still pictures on PC

1 Connect this unit to a PC via the supplied USB cable.

≥ The USB function selection screen will appear.

2 Select [PC CONNECT] and press the cursor button.

3 Double-click [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] displayed on the desktop.

≥ Files are stored in [100CDPFQ] or [100CDPFR] folder etc. in the [DCIM] folder.

4 Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire

or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on the PC.

∫ To disconnect USB cable safely

Drag [NO_NAME] or [Untitled] disk icon to the [Trash], and then disconnect the USB cable.

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Preparation

Recording

Playback

Backup

With a PC

Others

108 Indications

113 Helpful hints

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Indications

∫ Recording indications

Motion picture recording

White balance (l 61)

Auto white balance

Indoor mode (recording under

incandescent lamp)

Outdoor mode

Manual adjustment mode

AWB

Ｈ

1920

90min

0h00m00s

R1h20m

MNL

PRE-REC

AWB

100

1/100

Shutter speed (l 62)

F number (l 62)

OPEN

0dB

OPEN, F2.0

0dB

Gain value (l 62)

JAN 1 2008 12:34PM

Scene mode (l 59)

Sports mode

Portrait mode

Spotlight mode

Surf & snow mode

2.1Ｍ

MEGA

3000

Low light mode (l 49)

Power LCD Extra (l 32)

Image stabilizer (l 45)

Zebra (l 56)

Still picture recording

(when the button is pressed)

Remaining battery power

(l 22)

24pDIGITAL CINEMA (l 51)

HI-SPEED BURST (l 54)

Digital cinema color (l 57)

24P

90min

Remaining battery time (l 22)

R1h20m

Remaining time for motion

picture recording (l 37)

0h00m00s

Elapsed recording time (l 37)

10t

Zoom magnification indication

(l 44)

JAN 1 2008

12:34PM

Date indication (l 30)

Time indication (l 30)

Zoom microphone (l 52)

Focus microphone (l 52)

Wind noise reduction (l 52)

Microphone level (l 53)

World time setting (l 31)

Motion picture recording mode

(l 38)

HA mode

ＨＡ

1920

Ｈ

Ｇ

1920

HG mode

HX mode

Face detection & AE mode

(l 46)

Ｈ

ＨＥ1440

HE mode

Backlight compensation (l 49)

Soft skin mode (l 49)

Tele macro (l 49)

¥/; (Red)

; (Green)

Recording (l 36)

Recording pause (l 36)

PRE-REC (l 40)

PRE-REC

AUTO

MNL

Fade (White), Fade (Black)

(l 48)

Auto mode (l 35)

Manual mode (l 59)

Manual focus (l 60)

MagicPix function (l 49)

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Intelligent contrast control

(l 48)

∫ Playback indications

Motion picture playback

± (White)

¥ (Green)

Focus indication (l 41)

Ø10, Ø2

ß/ßA/

Self-Timer recording (l 49)

Flash (l 55)

ßi/ßj

Flash level (l 55)

Red eye reduction (l 55)

Still picture quality (l 43)

Still picture playback

Number of recording pixels for

still pictures (l 43)

1920k1080

2.1Ｍ

3000

Remaining number of still

pictures (l 42)

(White)

Card can be recorded to

(l 42)

(Green)

(Red)

Recognizing the card (l 42)

Recording/accessing the card

(l 42)

;

Playback (l 65, 70)

Pause (l 65, 70)

MEGA OIS (l 42)

MEGA

Fast forward/rewind playback

(l 65)

7/8

Last/first scene paused

Skip playback (l 65)

9/:

D/E

Slow motion playback (l 66)

;1/2;

Frame-by-frame playback

(l 66)

Next/Previous still picture

(l 70)

0h00m00s

Playback time

Play mode (l 65)

All scenes

Scenes recorded on the

selected date

Intelligent scene selection

Number of recording pixels for

motion pictures (l 38)

1920k1080

1920

1440k1080

1440

No.10

Scene number

Volume adjustment (l 65)

Repeat playback (l 68)

Resume playback (l 68)

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100-0001

Still picture folder/file name

(l 69)

PictBridge

When a printer compatible

with PictBridge is connected

(l 93)

DPOF already set

(to more than 1) (l 76)

Protected still pictures (l 75)

Number of recording pixels for

still pictures (l 43)

1920k1080

2.1Ｍ

The picture size is not displayed for still

pictures recorded with other products that have

different picture sizes from the sizes shown

above.

∫ PC connection indications

Accessing the card (When

connected to a PC) (l 103)

∫ Confirmatory indications

–– (Time

display)

The built-in battery is low. (l 30)

The warning/alarm indication

appears when LCD monitor is

rotated towards the lens side.

Return the direction of the LCD

monitor to normal position and

check the warning/alarm

indication.

No SD card is inserted/unusable

card.

∫ Confirmatory indications when a

DVD burner is connected

Disc type (l 86)

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD-R DL (Dual layer on single

side)

Unusable disc

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Indications

Messages

Major confirmation/error messages to be indicated on the LCD monitor in text.

CANNOT BE USED DUE TO INCOMPATIBLE DATA.

CANNOT RECORD - INCOMPATIBLE CONTROL DATA.

The recording format of the SD card is different so it cannot be used. Save the data on the SD card

to a PC, then use the SD card after formatting it on this unit.

CHECK CARD.

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

If this message appears even though motion pictures and still pictures are recorded on an SD card,

the card may be unstable. Reinsert the SD card, then turn the power off and then on again.

CARD LOCKED.

The write protection switch on the SD card is set to LOCK. (l 24)

THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED.

≥ Use a battery that is compatible with this unit. (l 22)

If using a Panasonic battery compatible with this unit, eject the battery and then insert it again. If

the message appears even after repeating this several times, this unit needs repair. Detach the

power and contact consumer support. (l 136, 137) Do not attempt to repair it by yourself.

≥ You are attempting to connect an AC adaptor not compatible with this unit. Use the supplied AC

adaptor. (l 23)

PUSH THE RESET SWITCH.

An irregularity in the unit has been detected. Press the RESET button to restart the unit. (l 118)

CANNOT CHECK CONNECTED DEVICE. DISCONNECT THE USB CABLE FROM THIS UNIT.

≥ The DVD burner is not correctly connected.

Disconnect and then reconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable.

≥ Connect a DVD burner that is compatible with this unit. (l 86)

PLEASE CHECK EXTERNAL DRIVE OR DISC.

A disc that cannot be used when connecting the unit to the DVD burner has been inserted, or the

DVD burner is not recognized properly. Connect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable again and

insert a disc to copy the data. (l 86)

CANNOT COPY TO DISC WITH RECORDED IMAGES. INSERT DISC WITH NO RECORDED

IMAGES.

Data cannot be copied since a disc that cannot be used by connecting the unit and the DVD burner

or a used disc is inserted. Please use a new disc. (l 86)

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DISCONNECT USB CABLE.

The unit cannot correctly establish the connection to the PC or printer. Disconnect and then

reconnect the USB cable.

DISCONNECT USB CABLE.

You cannot turn off this unit while it is connected to a PC or a DVD burner.

About recovery

If faulty management information is found when a SD card is accessed, one of the following messages

may appear. Be sure to follow the messages. (Repairing may take time depending on the error.)

CONTROL DATA ERROR HAS BEEN DETECTED. (SD CARD)

THUMBNAIL DATA ERROR IS DETECTED.

≥ Use a sufficiently charged battery or the AC adaptor.

≥ Depending on the condition of the data, it may not be possible to completely repair the data.

≥ If the recovery fails, you will no longer be able to play back the scenes recorded before the power

went off.

≥ When data recorded on another device is recovered, it may not be possible to play back the data on

this unit or the other device.

≥ If recovery fails, turn the power of the unit off and on again after waiting a while. If recovery fails

repeatedly, format an SD card on the unit. Please be aware that if an SD card is formatted, then all

the data recorded on the card will be erased. Back up important data on a PC, DVD disc etc.

≥ If the thumbnail information is recovered, displaying the thumbnails may become slower.

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Helpful hints

Functions that cannot be

used simultaneously

Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications.

The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions.

Functions

Motion picture recording

PRE-REC

Conditions which disable the functions

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

Zoom

≥ When the

button is pressed halfway

Digital zoom

≥ When 24p digital cinema is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

Face detection & AE mode

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

≥ When the color bars are displayed

Backlight compensation

Intelligent contrast control

Low light

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

≥ When the iris/gain is set

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

≥ When the scene mode is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

MagicPix (Set and cancel)

Soft skin mode (Set and cancel)

Tele macro (Set and cancel)

Help mode

≥ While recording

≥ When PRE-REC is used

Fade

≥ When PRE-REC is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

MagicPix

≥ When 24p digital cinema is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

Guide lines

≥ When the face detection & AE mode is used

24p digital cinema

≥ When the motion picture recording mode is HX/HE

≥ When the digital zoom is set to [25k] or [700k]

HD hi-speed burst shooting mode

Shutter sound

≥ When the digital zoom is set to [25k] or [700k]

≥ While recording motion pictures

≥ When PRE-REC is used

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Functions

Conditions which disable the functions

Flash

≥ While recording motion pictures

≥ When PRE-REC is used

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

Auto slow shutter

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

Digital cinema color

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

Scene mode

≥ When the low light mode is used

≥ When setting the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch

to AUTO

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

MF assist function

≥ When digital zoom (10k or higher) is used

Change of white balance

≥ When digital zoom (10k or higher) is used

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain

≥ When the MagicPix function is used

≥ When the low light mode is used

≥ When the scene mode is used

≥ When the HD hi-speed burst shooting mode is on

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Helpful hints

Troubleshooting

Problem

Check points

This unit cannot be

turned on.

≥ Charge the battery using the AC adaptor. (l 20)

≥ The battery protection circuit may have operated. Attach

the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the unit

still cannot be used, the battery is faulty.

This unit does not stay

on long enough.

≥ Make sure the LCD monitor is opened.

≥ The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold

places, the battery using time becomes shorter.

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

short even after the battery is fully charged, the battery has

worn out and needs to be replaced.

Battery runs down

quickly.

This unit is turned off

automatically.

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

power is automatically turned off to conserve battery life. To

resume recording, turn the power back on.

The power will not turn off automatically when the power

save function (l 28) is set to [OFF].

≥ If you connect to a TV compatible with VIERA Link with a

HDMI mini cable and turn off the power on the TV with the

remote control for the TV, the power on this unit also turns

off. If you are not using VIERA Link, set [VIERA Link] to

[OFF]. (l 83)

≥ When this unit is connected to a DVD burner to copy or play

back images (a disc is being accessed), the power turns off

automatically if the Mini AB USB connection cable is

removed.

The minute display of the

remaining battery power

indication is not

≥ The remaining battery capacity indication is an

approximation.

If you think the remaining battery capacity indication is not

displayed correctly, fully charge the battery, discharge it and

then charge it again. (Even if this operation is performed, it

may not be possible to display the remaining battery

capacity correctly if the battery was used for a long period

of time where the temperature was low or high or if the

battery was repeatedly charged.)

displayed correctly.

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Problem

Check points

This unit cannot be

operated though it is

turned on.

≥ The unit cannot be operated if the LCD monitor is not

opened.

≥ Press the RESET button. (l 118) If normal conditions are

not restored yet, remove the battery or AC adaptor, wait

about 1 minute and then reconnect the battery or AC

adaptor. Then about 1 minute later, turn on the power

again. (Conducting the above operation while the SD card

is being accessed may damage the data on the SD card.)

This unit does not

operate normally.

The remote control does

not function.

≥ The button-type battery of the remote control may be run

out. Replace it with a new button-type battery. (l 19)

The remaining time

indication or the elapsed

time indication is not

shown.

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

other than warnings and date are not displayed.

Recording does not start

although power is

supplied to this unit and

the SD card is correctly

inserted.

≥ Operate the mode switch to select

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

switch is set to LOCK. (l 24)

≥ If there is no more available memory of the SD card, free up

some memory by deleting unnecessary scenes or use a

new SD card. (l 25, 72)

≥ If the SD card cover is open, this unit may not operate

normally. Close the SD card cover.

The unit arbitrarily stops

recording.

≥ Use an SD card that can be used for motion picture

recording. (l 24)

≥ If [AGS] is [ON], record in the normal horizontal position or

set [AGS] to [OFF]. (l 35)

Color balance of images

is strange when

recording in a place such

as a gymnasium.

≥ In a place with multiple light sources, such as a gymnasium

or a hall, the auto white balance function may not operate

properly. In this case, adjust the white balance setting

manually. (l 61)

Auto focus function does

not work.

≥ Set the AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS switch to AUTO.

≥ If you are trying to record a scene which is hard to bring into

focus in auto focus mode, use the manual focus mode to

adjust the focus. (l 60, 127)

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Problem

Check points

Recorded still pictures

are not clear.

≥ If you are trying to record small or finely detailed objects

with [PICT.QUALITY] set at [

into a mosaic-like pattern. Record with [PICT.QUALITY] set

at [ ] instead. (l 43)

], the images may break up

Some playback images

are skipped

≥ The playmode is set to

Change the playmode to

(Intelligent scene selection).

(All scenes). (l 67)

automatically.

Although this unit is

correctly connected to a

TV, images cannot be

seen.

≥ Please read the operating instructions of your TV and

select the channel that matches the input used for the

connection.

≥ Change the [TV ASPECT] setting to match the aspect ratio

of the TV.

The images are squeezed

horizontally.

≥ If both HDMI mini cable and component cable are

connected, set the unit to playback mode.

Scenes cannot be

deleted.

≥ Protected scenes cannot be deleted. Release the protect

setting. (l 75)

≥ Any scenes/still pictures where the thumbnails are

displayed as

cannot be deleted. If the scenes/still

pictures are unnecessary, format the SD card to erase the

data. (l 77) Please be aware that if an SD card is

formatted then all the data recorded on the SD card is

erased and cannot be recovered. Back up important data

on a PC, DVD disc etc.

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

deletion is disabled. (l 24)

The images on the SD

card do not look normal.

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

static or electromagnetic waves. Back up important data on

a PC, DVD disc etc. as well.

If the SD card is inserted

in this unit, it is not

recognized.

≥ If the SD card is formatted on a PC, it may not be

recognized by this unit. Use this unit to format SD cards.

(l 77)

If the SD card is inserted

in another device, it is not

recognized.

≥ Check that the device is compatible with the capacity or

type of SD card (SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card)

that you inserted. Refer to the operating instructions of the

device for details.

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Problem

The indication

Check points

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

connected to a PC.

disappears.

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

off, press the RESET button, or remove the battery or AC

adaptor and then reattach it. Turn on the power again. If

normal operation is still not restored, detach the power

connected, and contact consumer support. (l 136, 137)

The screen is frozen.

No operation can be

performed.

White round spots like

soap bubbles appear on

the recorded picture.

≥ If you take a picture with the

flash in a dark place or indoors,

white round spots may appear

on the picture caused by the

flash reflecting of particles of

dust in the air. This is not a

malfunction.

A characteristic of this is that the number of round spots

and their position differ in every picture.

“PUSH THE RESET

SWITCH.” is displayed.

≥ The unit has automatically detected an error. Press the

RESET button with the projecting part of the grip belt A.

This will restart the unit.

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

is turned off automatically about 1 minute later.

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

still appear repeatedly. If so, this unit needs repair. Detach

the power connected, contact consumer support. (l 136,

137) Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself.

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Problem

Check points

VIERA Link does not

work.

≥ Connect with a HDMI mini cable (optional). (l 83)

≥ Press the MENU button, then select [SETUP] #

[VIERA Link] # [ON] with the cursor button. (l 83)

≥ Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel

may not switch automatically. In this case, use the remote

control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to

switch input, please read the operating instructions for the

TV.)

≥ Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected device.

≥ Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again.

≥ Set [EZ Sync] to [Off] on the TV and then turn it back to

[On]. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for

details.)

When connected by the

USB cable, this unit is not

detected by the PC.

≥ Use AC adaptor when connecting this unit and a PC.

≥ Select another USB terminal on the PC.

≥ Check the operating environment. (l 99)

≥ Turn the power to the unit off and then back on again and

reconnect the USB cable.

When the USB cable is

disconnected, an error

message will appear on

the PC.

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

(

) icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the

screen.

The power of the DVD

burner cannot be turned

on.

≥ When the unit is connected to the DVD burner, use the

respective AC adaptors for both this unit and the DVD

burner.

Cannot see the PDF

operating instructions for

HD Writer 2.5E.

≥ You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe

Reader 7.0 or later to read the PDF operating instructions

for HD Writer 2.5E.

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∫ If scenes do not change smoothly when played back on another device

The images may be still for several seconds at the joins between the scenes if the following operations

are performed when multiple scenes have been continuously played back using another unit.

* Just how smoothly the scenes will be played back depends on the playback unit. Depending on the

unit used, the images may stop moving and become still for a moment even when none of the

following conditions are applicable.

∫ When the scenes were recorded on different dates

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The image will be still for several seconds wherever the date changes.

The images are played back smoothly if the scenes were recorded on the same date.

∫ When more than 99 scenes were recorded on the same date

The image will be still for several seconds when the scene changes every time 99 recorded scenes

have been played back.

The images of 99 consecutive scenes are played back smoothly.

∫ When scenes lasting under 3 seconds have been recorded

3 or more seconds

Under 3 seconds

The image will be still for several seconds after a scene which lasts under 3 seconds.

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∫ When PRE-REC was used for recording

Normal recording

PRE-REC recording

The picture momentarily stops at the end of the last scene that was recorded normally before PRE-

REC recording.

∫ When the recording mode was changed from HA/HG/HX to HE or from HE

to HA/HG/HX

The picture momentarily stops where the scenes switch between HA/HG/HX and HE modes.

Playback is smooth if the same mode is used or the mode is switched among HA, HG and HX.

∫ When the settings on the 24p digital cinema change

[24pDIGITAL CINEMA] is [ON].

[24pDIGITAL CINEMA] is [OFF].

When recording motion pictures after changing settings on the 24p digital cinema, the motion

pictures at the switching points of scenes stop for several seconds.

Scenes with the same settings can be played back smoothly at the switching points.

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∫ When deleting scenes

∫ Example 1: Deleting scenes midway through a sequence of scenes.

Scene to be deleted

The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted.

The images of consecutive scenes where they are no deletions are played back smoothly one after

another.

∫ Example 2: When recording again after having deleted the last scene.

Scene to be deleted

A new scene is recorded here.

The image will be still for several seconds wherever a scene was deleted.

The images of consecutive scenes where they are no deletions are played back smoothly one after

another.

∫ If you connected this unit and the DVD burner, selected scenes and then

copied them to 1 disc.

If you select a scene other than the next scene, the picture may momentarily stop at the point

where the scenes switch.

The point where the scenes switch will be played back smoothly if you select the scenes in order.

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∫ When editing scenes on a PC using a software such as HD Writer 2.5E

∫ Example 1: When scenes were selected using HD Writer 2.5E and output to the media

If scenes were dragged and dropped from the scene display area A and output to the media, the

images will be still for several seconds wherever one scene changes to the next.

This stopping of the images for several seconds wherever one scene changes to the next can be

prevented by dragging and dropping the scenes in the Image display area B or by clicking [Copy

between media] button on the Start Menu.

∫ Example 2: When deleting scenes was initiated by HD Writer 2.5E

When a scene is deleted, the images may be still for several seconds where that scene was deleted.

∫ Example 3: When merging scenes was initiated by HD Writer 2.5E

Wherever scenes are merged, the images may be still for several seconds at the merged parts.

∫ Example 4: When edit assist is initiated by HD Writer 2.5E

When edit assist is initiated, the motion pictures at the switching points of the respective scenes or

edited portions may stop for several seconds.

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Cautions for use

≥ Do not leave rubber or plastic products in

contact with the unit for a long time.

About this unit

The unit and the SD card become warm during

use. This is not a malfunction.

When you use the unit in a sandy or dusty

place such as a beach, do not let sand or fine

dust get into the body and terminals of the

unit.

Also, keep the unit away from sea water.

≥ Sand or dust may damage the unit. (Care

should be taken when inserting and removing

a card.)

Keep the High Definition Video Camera as far

away as possible from electromagnetic

equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs,

video games etc.).

≥ If you use the High Definition Video Camera on

top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on

the High Definition Video Camera may be

disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

≥ Do not use the High Definition Video Camera

near cell phones because doing so may result

in noise adversely affecting the pictures and

sound.

≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures

may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields

created by speakers or large motors.

≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by

microprocessors may adversely affect the High

Definition Video Camera, disturbing the

pictures and sound.

≥ If the High Definition Video Camera is

adversely affected by electromagnetic

equipment and stops functioning properly, turn

the High Definition Video Camera off and

remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor.

Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC

adaptor and turn the High Definition Video

Camera on.

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

water with a well wrung cloth. Then wipe the

unit again with a dry cloth.

When carrying the unit, do not drop or bump

it.

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

causing it to malfunction.

Cleaning

≥ Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull the

AC cable from the AC outlet, and then wipe the

unit with a soft, dry cloth.

≥ If the unit is very dirty, dip a cloth in water and

squeeze firmly, and then wipe the unit with the

damp cloth. Next, dry the unit with a dry cloth.

≥ Use of benzine, paint thinner, alcohol, or

dishwashing liquid may alter the camera body

or peel the surface finish. Do not use these

solvents.

≥ When using a chemical dust cloth, follow the

instructions that came with the cloth.

Do not use the High Definition Video Camera

near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

≥ If you record near radio transmitters or

high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and

sound may be adversely affected.

Do not use the unit for surveillance purposes

or other business uses.

≥ This unit was designed for consumer

intermittent use. It was not intended for

continuous use, or for any industrial or

commercial application resulting in prolonged

use.

≥ In certain situations, continuous use could

cause the unit to overheat and cause a

malfunction. Such use is strongly discouraged.

Make sure to use the supplied cords and

cables. If you use optional accessories, use

the cords and the cables supplied with them.

Do not extend the cords and the cables.

Do not spray insecticides or volatile

chemicals onto the unit.

When you are not going to use the unit for an

extended time

≥ If the unit is sprayed with such chemicals, its

body may be marred and the surface finish

may peel off.

≥ When storing the unit in a cupboard or cabinet,

it is recommended that you place a desiccant

(silica gel) in with it.

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Do not throw old battery into fire.

≥ Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may

result in an explosion.

About the battery

The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable

lithium-ion battery. It is susceptible to humidity

and temperature and the effect increases the

more the temperature rises or falls. In cold areas,

the full charge indication may not appear or the

low battery indication may appear about

If the operating time is very short even after

the battery has been recharged, the battery

has worn out. Please purchase a new battery.

About the AC adaptor

5 minutes after starting use. At high

temperatures, the protection function may be

triggered, making it impossible to use the unit.

≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely

high or extremely low, charging may take time

or the battery may not be charged.

Be sure to detach the battery after use.

≥ If the battery is left attached, a minute amount

of current continues to flow even if the unit’s

power is off. Keeping the unit in this state may

result in over discharge of the battery. This

may result in you not being able to use the

battery even after it is charged.

≥ The battery should be stored in the vinyl bag

so metal does not come into contact with the

terminals.

≥ If the charging lamp keeps flashing, make sure

that the terminals of the battery or the AC

adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign objects

or dust, then reconnect them properly.

Disconnect the AC cable from the AC outlet

when you remove dirt, foreign objects or dust

on the terminals of the battery or the AC

adaptor.

If the charging lamp is still flashing, the

temperature of the battery may be extremely

high or extremely low or something may be

wrong with the battery or AC adaptor. Contact

consumer support. (l 136, 137).

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

reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC

adaptor 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from the

radio.

≥ When using the AC adaptor, it may generate

whirring sounds. However, this is normal.

≥ After use, be sure to disconnect the AC

adaptor. (If it is left connected, a minute

amount of current is consumed.)

≥ The battery should be stored in a cool place

free from humidity, with as constant

temperature as possible. (Recommended

temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F),

Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)

≥ Extremely high temperatures or low

temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.

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

humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals

may rust and cause malfunctions.

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

we recommend you charge it once every year

and store it again after you have completely

used up the charged capacity.

≥ Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor

and battery clean.

≥ Dust and other matter attached to the battery

terminals should be removed.

Prepare spare batteries when going out for

recording.

≥ Prepare batteries enough to last for 3 to 4

times the period you are planning to record for.

Cold places such as a ski resort can shorten

the period which you can record for.

If you drop the battery accidentally, check to

see if the terminals are damaged.

≥ Attaching a battery with damaged terminals

can damage the unit or AC adaptor.

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LCD monitor

About condensation

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

dry soft cloth.

≥ In a place with drastic temperature changes,

condensation may form on the LCD monitor.

Wipe it with soft dry cloth.

When condensation forms on the unit, the lens

will cloud up and the unit may not work properly.

Make every effort to ensure that condensation

does not form. If it does form, take the actions

described below.

≥ When the unit has become very cold, for

example due to storage in a cold area, its LCD

monitor will be slightly darker than usual

immediately after the power is turned on. The

normal brightness will be restored when the

unit’s internal temperature rises.

Causes of condensation

Condensation takes place when the ambient

temperature or humidity is changed as

follows.

≥ When this unit is brought inside from the cold

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

≥ When this unit is moved from an

air-conditioned car to outside.

≥ When a cold room has been warmed up

quickly.

≥ When cool wind from an air conditioner is

directly blown onto this unit.

Extremely high precision technology is

employed to produce the LCD Monitor screen

featuring a total of approximately 300,000

pixels. The result is more than 99.99%

effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the

pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is

not a malfunction and does not affect the

recorded picture.

≥ After summer afternoon showers of rain.

≥ When this unit is in a very humid place where

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

swimming pool)

Helpful hint

If, for example, you have used this unit for

recording on a ski slope and are taking it into a

heated room, place the unit inside a plastic bag,

remove as much of the air from inside the bag as

possible, then seal the bag. Leave the unit for

about an hour in the room so the temperature of

the unit is close to the ambient temperature of

the room, then use it.

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Explanation of terms

white balance adjustment range, use the manual

white balance adjustment mode.

Automatic white balance

White balance adjustment recognizes the color

of light and adjusts so the white color will

become a purer white. The unit determines the

hue of light that comes through the lens, thereby

judging the recording condition, and selects the

closest hue setting.

This is called automatic white balance

adjustment.

However, since the unit only stores white color

information under several light sources,

automatic white balance adjustment does not

function normally under other light sources.

White balance adjustment

White balance adjustment determines the white

color under different light sources. By

recognizing which is the white color under

sunlight and which is the white color under a

fluorescent light, the unit can adjust the balance

among the other colors.

Since the white color is the reference for all the

colors, the unit can record pictures in a natural

hue if it can recognize the reference color white.

10 000K

000K

Auto focus

The lens is moved forward or backward

000K

automatically to bring the subject into focus.

000K

Auto focus has the following characteristics.

≥ Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a

subject are seen more clearly.

000K

≥ Attempts to bring an object with higher

contrast into focus.

≥ Focuses on the screen center only.

000K

10)

Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not

work correctly in the following situations. Record

pictures in the manual focus mode.

The illustration above shows the range over

which the auto white balance functions.

1) The effective range of automatic white

balance adjustment on this unit

2) Blue sky

Recording distant and close-up objects at the

same time

Since the unit focuses on whatever is at the

center of the screen, it is difficult to bring the

background into focus when close-up objects are

placed in focus. When recording people with

distant mountains in the background, you cannot

focus on both the subject which is close-up and

the objects which are in the distance.

3) Cloudy sky (rain)

4) TV screen

5) Sunlight

6) White fluorescent lamp

7) Halogen light bulb

8) Incandescent light bulb

9) Sunrise or sunset

10) Candlelight

Outside of the effective range of automatic white

balance adjustment, the image will become

reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range

of automatic white balance adjustment, the

automatic white balance adjustment may not

function properly if there is more than one light

source. For light outside the functional automatic

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Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty

window

The subject behind the window will not be

focused because the focus is on the dirty

window.

Similarly, when recording something on the

opposite side of a road with heavy traffic, a

vehicle that happens to pass by may be brought

into focus.

Recording a subject that is surrounded by

objects with glossy surfaces or by highly

reflective objects

Since whatever is shiny or glistens is brought into

focus, it is hard to focus on the subject to be

recorded. The focus may become blurry when

recording subjects at the beach, in night views or

in scenes involving fireworks or special lights.

Recording a subject in dark surroundings

The unit cannot focus correctly because the light

information that comes through the lens

decreases considerably.

Recording a fast-moving subject

As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically, it

cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject.

When, for example, recording a sports event with

fast moving subjects, the focus may lose its

sharpness.

Recording a subject with little contrast

It is easy to bring subjects with a sharp contrast

or vertical lines or stripes into focus. This means

that a subject with little contrast, such as a white

wall, may become blurry because the unit

achieves focus based upon the vertical lines of

an image.

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Specifications

High Definition Video Camera

Information for your safety

Power source:

DC 9.3 V (When using AC adaptor)

DC 7.2 V (When using battery)

Recording: 5.8 W

Power consumption:

Signal system

Recording format

Image sensor

1080/60i

AVCHD format compliant

1/6z 3CCD image sensor

Total: 560 Kk3

Effective pixels:

Motion picture: 520 Kk3

Still picture: 520 Kk3

Lens

Auto Iris, F1.8 to F2.8

Focal length:

3.0 mm to 30.0 mm

Macro (Full range AF)

Filter diameter

Zoom

37 mm

10k optical zoom, 25k/700k digital zoom

2.7z wide LCD monitor (approx. 300 K pixels)

Monitor

Microphone

5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom microphone/focus

microphone function)

Speaker

1 round speaker ‰ 20 mm

White balance

adjustment

Auto tracking white balance system

Standard illumination

1,400 lx

Minimum required

illumination

Approx. 5 lx (1/30 in Low light mode)

Approx. 1 lx with the MagicPix function

A/V terminal video output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h, NTSC system

level

Component terminal

video output level

Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h

Pb: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h

Pr: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h

™

HDMI mini connector

video output level

HDMI (x.v.Color ) 1125i (1080i)/525p (480p)

A/V terminal audio output 316 mV, 600 h, 2 ch

level (Line)

HDMI mini connector

audio output level

5.1 ch (AC3)/2 ch (Linear PCM)

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USB

Card reader/writer function (No copyright protection support)

Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type Mini AB

PictBridge-compliant

Flash

Available range: Approx. 1.0 m to 2.5 m (3.3 feet to 8.2 feet)

Dimensions

65 mm (W)k67 mm (H)k126 mm (D)

[2.56 q (W)k2.638 q (H)k4.96 q (D)]

(excluding projecting parts)

Mass (Weight)

Approx. 275 g (Approx. 0.606 lbs.)

[without battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]

Mass (Weight) in

operation

Approx. 337 g (Approx. 0.743 lbs.)

[with battery (supplied) and an SD card (optional)]

Operating temperature

Operating humidity

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

10% to 80%

Battery operation time

See page 22

Motion pictures

Recording media

SD Memory Card:

1 GB, 2 GB (FAT12 and FAT16 system compliant)

SDHC Memory Card:

4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB (FAT32 system compliant)

Compression

MPEG-4 AVC/H.264

Recording mode and

transfer rate

HA: Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR)

HG: Approx. 13 Mbps (VBR)

HX: Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR)

HE: Approx. 6 Mbps (VBR)

Refer to page 38 for the recordable time.

Picture size

HA/HG: 1920k1080/60i, 1920k1080/24p

HX: 1920k1080/60i

HE: 1440k1080/60i

Audio compression

Dolby Digital (Dolby AC3)/5.1 ch

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Still pictures

Recording media

SD Memory Card:

8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB

(FAT12 and FAT16 system corresponding)

SDHC Memory Card:

4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB (FAT32 system corresponding)

Compression

Picture size

JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2

standard), DPOF corresponding

1920k1080

Refer to page 43 for the number of recordable pictures.

AC adaptor

Information for your safety

Power source:

Power consumption:

DC output:

AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

19 W

DC 9.3 V, 1.2 A (Unit operation)

DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)

Dimensions

92 mm (W)k33 mm (H)k61 mm (D)

[3.6 q (W)k1.3 q (H)k2.4 q (D)]

Mass (Weight)

Approx. 115 g (Approx. 0.25 lbs.)

Specifications may change without prior notice.

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Optional accessories

Accessory No.

VW-AD21PP-K

Figure

Description

AC adaptor with AC Cable and DC

Cables

VW-VBG130

VW-VBG260

1320 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion

Battery Pack

2640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion

Battery Pack

*1*2

VW-VBG6

VW-VH04

5800 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion

Battery Pack

Battery pack holder kit

HDMI mini cable

RP-CDHM15

RP-CDHM30

VW-T3714H

VW-W3707H

Tele conversion lens

Wide conversion lens

RP-SDM04GU1K

RP-SDM02GU1A

Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card

Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card

RP-SDV16GU1K

RP-SDV08GU1K

Class 6 16 GB SDHC Memory Card

Class 6 8 GB SDHC Memory Card

RP-SDV08GU1A (USA only)

RP-SDV04GU1K

RP-SDV02GU1A

Class 6 4 GB SDHC Memory Card

Class 6 2 GB SD Memory Card

Class 6 1 GB SD Memory Card

RP-SDV01GU1A

VW-BN1

DVD burner

*1 Please refer to page 22, concerning the battery charging time and available recording time.

*2 The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary.

NOTE:

Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local dealer.

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Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers)

Please photocopy this form when placing an order.

1. Model #

2. Items Ordered

Accessory #

Description

Price Each

Quantity

Total Price

Subtotal

Your State & Local Sales Tax

Shipping & Handling

Total Enclosed

6.95

3. Method of payment (check one)

Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)

VISA

Credit Card #

MasterCard

Discover

Expiration Date

Customer Signature

Make Check or Money Order Payable to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES

(Please do not send cash)

4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)

Ship To:

Mr.

Mrs.

Ms.

Phone#:

First

Last

Day

(

)

Street Address

City

Night

(

State

Zip

TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF

THE FOLLOWING:

VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER

CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368

[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]

MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE

20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032

In CANADA, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for more information on Accessories.

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Request for Service Notice (USA Only)

Please photocopy this form when making a request for service notice, in the

unlikely event this product needs service.

Request for Service Notice:

•Please include your proof of purchase.

(Failure to do so will delay your repair.)

•To further speed your repair, please provide

an explanation of what is wrong with the unit

and any symptom it is exhibiting.

Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:

Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center

1590 Touhy Ave.

Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

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Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)

PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC

CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park,

Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Video Products

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below,

which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished

parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

Product

Parts

Labor

Contact Number

Service

Ninety (90) Days

One (1) Year (except CCD Image Sensor)

CCD Image Sensor - 6 (Six) Months

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Carry-In or Mail-In

Camcorder

Ninety (90) Days

DVD/VCR Deck,

A/V Mixer

One (1) Year

Ninety (90) Days

Carry-In or Mail-In

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Carry-In: 21”

TV/VCR, TV/DVD,

TV/DVD/VCR

Combination

Ninety (90) Days

CRTand Smaller

In-Home or Carry-In:

22” CRT and Larger

One (1) Year (except CRT)

CRT - Two (2) Years

One (1) Year (except CRT)

CRT - Two (2) Years

Ninety (90) Days

TV/HDR

Combination

1-888-843-9788

In-Home or Carry-In

Ninety (90) Days

Rechargeable

Batteries

(in exchange for

defective item)

Ten (10) Days

Not Applicable

Carry-In or Mail-In

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Tape

(in exchange for

defective item)

Five (5) Days

Not Applicable

Carry-In or Mail-In

1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Memory Cards

(in exchange for

defective item)

Ninety (90) Days

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.

You must carry-in or mail-in (prepaid) your product or arrange for in-home service, as applicable, during the warranty period.

If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the

United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.

A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.

Carry-In, Mail-in (Prepaid) or In-Home Service

For Carry-In, Mail-In (prepaid) or In-HomeService (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit

Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.

In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include

removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be completed in-home, but will require

that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or

cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images (including,

among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV’s, or

onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or

failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,

bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls,

improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or

other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or

damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.

THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM

THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANYBREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.

(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel

to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are

for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE

LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied

warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer

or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the

addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH

ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

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Customer Services Directory

Service in Canada: As per Servicentre listed in Canadian warranty information on page 137.

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer

or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and

Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:

1-800-211-PANA (7262),

Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products

by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.pstc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[email protected]

You may also contact us directly at:

1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)

Panasonic Service and Technology Company

20421 84th Avenue South,

Kent, WA 98032

(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277

Product Repairs

Centralized Factory Service Center

Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center

1590 Touhy Ave.

MAIL TO:

Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to the Elk Grove Village Centralized

Factory Service Center.

Customer’s in Puerto Rico, please ship or carry in to location below (“Service in Puerto Rico”).

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,

Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910

As of January 2007

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Warranty (For Canadian Customers)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and

agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

Camcorder Product – One (1) year, parts and labour

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been

improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused,

damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or

detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell

batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.

This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of

date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR

A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions

may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICE

FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre:

Telephone #: (905) 624-5505

1-800 #:

Fax #:

1-800-561-5505

(905) 238-2360

Email link:

“Customer support” on www.panasonic.ca

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca :

Link: “Servicentres^TMlocator” under “Customer support”

IFYOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

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Index

∫ Numerics

∫ G

Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Grip belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Guide line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

24p digital cinema . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

5.1 channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

∫ A

∫ H

A/V terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 78, 92

AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20, 23, 125

Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Auto focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

Auto Ground-Directional Standby (AGS) . . . .35

Auto mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Auto slow shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Automatic white balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

AVCHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

HD hi-speed burst shooting mode . . . . . . . . 54

HDMI mini connector . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 81, 83

Help mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

High definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

∫ I

Image stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Initial setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Intelligent contrast control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Intelligent scene selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

∫ B

Backlight compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20, 125

Battery capacity indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Beep sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

∫ L

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

LCD monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 32, 126

Lens hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Limited Warranty (USA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Low light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

∫ C

Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25

Charging time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Color bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Component terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 82

Copy

Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Cursor button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Customer Services Directory . . . . . . . . . . . .136

∫ M

MagicPix function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Manual focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Menu list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

MF assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Microphone level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Microphone setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Motion picture

∫ D

Date and time display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Date and time setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Demo mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Digital cinema color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Digital zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Dividing a scene to delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

DPOF setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

DVD burner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Copying to discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Managing the copied disc . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Playing back the copied disc . . . . . . . . . .90

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Motion picture compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

∫ N

Number of recordable pictures . . . . . . . . . . . 43

∫ O

Operation icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

∫ P

PictBridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Picture quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Playing back motion pictures by date . . . . . . 67

Playing back still pictures by date . . . . . . . . 71

POWER LCD EXTRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Power save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

PRE-REC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Protect

∫ F

Face detection & AE mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Fade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Focus microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Frame-by-frame playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

∫ Q

Quick start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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∫ R

Recordable time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 38

Recording lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Recording modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Recording time elapsed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Red eye reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Remaining number of still pictures . . . . . . . . .42

Remaining time left for recording . . . . . . . . . .37

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Repeat playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Request for Service Notice (USA Only) . . . .134

Resume playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

∫ S

Scene mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

SD Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

SD Speed Class Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

SDHC Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Self-recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Self-timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Shooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Shoulder strap fixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Shutter sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Shutter speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Skip playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Slide show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 70

Slow-motion playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Soft skin mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Still picture

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Still picture compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Surround microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

∫ T

Tele macro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Tripod receptacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

TV aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

∫ V

VIERA Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Volume adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

∫ W

White balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61, 127

Wind noise reduction function . . . . . . . . . . . .52

World time setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

∫ Z

Zebra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Zoom microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española

para el uso rápido

∫ Carga de la batería

∫ Cómo encender la unidad

Encienda la alimentación girando el

interruptor del modo a

mientras pulsa el botón de

desbloqueo A.

Luz indicadora de

carga

[CHARGE] A

Encendida:

Carga en curso

Apagada:

Carga completada

Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de

CA y a la toma de CA.

Instale la batería en el compartimiento

alineando la marca y, a continuación,

conéctela de forma segura.

≥ Actúe en el interruptor del modo mientras

pulsa al mismo tiempo el botón de desbloqueo

si cambia de OFF a otro modo.

≥ Indicador de estado B

≥ Para apagar la unidad, ajuste el interruptor del

modo a OFF.

∫ Inserción de la batería

Abra el monitor LCD e instale la

batería insertándola en la dirección

mostrada en la figura.

∫ Insertar/extraer una tarjeta SD

SD CARD

OPEN

Inserte la batería hasta que dispare y se

bloquee.

Luz indicadora de acceso a la

tarjeta [ACCESS]

≥ Cuando esta unidad accede a la tarjeta SD,

A la luz indicadora de acceso se enciende.

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≥ En la parte inferior de la pantalla se visualiza la

explicación del icono seleccionado.

≥ Cada vez que mueva el cursor hacia abajo, la

indicación cambiará.

≥ Cuando se utiliza el modo de ayuda, no es

posible seleccionar funciones.

Ajuste el interruptor del modo a OFF.

Abra la tapa de la tarjeta SD mientras

desplaza la palanca SD CARD OPEN B.

Inserte/extraiga la tarjeta SD.

≥ Coloque el lado del terminal C en la dirección

mostrada en la figura y empújelo hasta que

tope manteniéndolo derecho.

≥ Para extraer la tarjeta SD, presione en el

centro de la tarjeta SD y luego tire de ella

derecho hacia fuera.

Para salir del modo de ayuda

Pulse el botón MENU o seleccione [END].

Cierre firmemente la tapa de la tarjeta SD.

∫ Grabación de películas

1) Actúe en el interruptor del modo para

≥ Ciérrela firmemente hasta que dispare.

seleccionar

y abra el monitor LCD.

∫ Selección del idioma

1) Pulse el botón MENU, seleccione

2) Pulse el botón de inicio/parada de grabación

para iniciar la grabación.

[LANGUAGE] y, luego, pulse el botón cursor.

2) Seleccione [Español] y pulse el botón cursor.

0h00m00s

Ｈ

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∫ Modo de ayuda

En el modo de ayuda se describen los iconos de

funcionamiento que aparecen cuando se ajusta

el interruptor AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS a la

posición AUTO en el modo de grabación.

≥ Actúe en el interruptor del modo para

seleccionar

1) Pulse el cursor para visualizar el icono.

∫ Grabación de fotografías

1) Actúe en el interruptor del modo para

seleccionar

2) Pulse el botón

y abra el monitor LCD.

a tope.

2) Mueva el cursor hacia la derecha para

seleccionar [ ].

3) Mueva el cursor hacia arriba, hacia izquierda

o hacia la derecha para seleccionar el icono

deseado.

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∫ Reproducción de películas

∫ Reproducción de fotografías

1) Actúe en el interruptor del modo para

seleccionar

2) Seleccione [

] (reproducción de

2) Seleccione [

] (reproducción de

películas) A usando el botón cursor.

fotografías) A usando el botón cursor.

3) Seleccione la escena a ser reproducida,

luego pulse el botón cursor.

3) Seleccione la fotografía a ser reproducida y

pulse el botón cursor.

4) Seleccione la operación de reproducción con

el botón cursor.

4) Seleccione la operación de reproducción con

el botón cursor.

;

Iniciar o hacer una pausa en la presentación

de diapositivas (reproducción de las

fotografías contenidas en orden numérico).

1/;: Reproducción/Pausa

6: Rebobinado durante la reproducción

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