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Operating Instructions
SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera
SDR-H79P
Model No.
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 and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
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 and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo LSQT1561 A... -
Page 2: Things You Should Know
Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right. - Page 3 Model No.: SDR-H79P Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) 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.
- Page 4 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. ≥...
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
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. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. - Page 6 Precautions USE & LOCATION 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...
- Page 7 ∫ For the purposes of these operating instructions ≥ SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are referred to as the “SD card”. ≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00 ∫ Licenses ≥ SDHC Logo is a trademark. ≥...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Accessories...10 Quick Guide... 11 Preparation Before using [1] Parts identification and handling ... 13 [2] Power supply ... 16 Charging the battery ... 16 Inserting the battery... 17 Charging time and recordable time ... 18 Connecting to the AC outlet... 19 [3] About HDD and SD cards ... - Page 9 [2] With a DVD burner... 74 Connecting this unit to the DVD burner ... 75 DVD COPY function ... 76 FAVORITE SCENES function... 77 Notes for copying data to discs using the DVD burner... 79 Playing back a disc inserted in the DVD burner...
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Page 10: Accessories
Accessories Check the accessories before using this unit. Battery pack VW-VBG070 ≥ The battery is not charged. Be sure to charge the battery before using this unit. (l 16) AC adaptor VSK0697 AC cable K2CA2CA00029 or K2CA2CA00025 DC cable K2GJ2DC00015 LSQT1561 AV cable K2KC4CB00022... -
Page 11: Quick Guide
Quick Guide ∫ Charging the battery Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. Insert the battery into the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows. ∫ Inserting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks. -
Page 12: Recording Still Pictures
∫ Recording motion pictures ≥ Rotate the mode dial to select ENTER MENU Press the MENU button, then select [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] to select the recording destination and press the joystick. Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. -
Page 13: Preparation
Preparation Before using LCD monitor open Joystick LCD monitor Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the LCD monitor screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture. Web mode button [WEB MODE] (l 35) When recording: Zoom lever [W/T] (l 39) When playing back: Volume lever... -
Page 14: Lens Cover
Joystick Use the joystick to select the recording functions and playback operations, and to operate the menu screen. Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select a setting or scene and then press the joystick to set it. 1 Select by moving up, down, left or right. - Page 15 23 Recording start/stop button (l 34, 37) 24 Battery holder (l 17) 25 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 19) ≥ Always use the supplied AC adaptor or a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (VW-AD21PP-K; optional). 26 USB terminal [ ] (l 75, 82, 90)
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Page 16: Power Supply
Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet. Insert the battery on the AC adaptor by aligning the arrows. ≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (l 10, 18, 115) ≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. -
Page 17: Inserting The Battery
Inserting the battery Push the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks. ≥ Be sure to set the mode dial to OFF and check that the status indicator is off before removing the battery. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥... -
Page 18: Charging Time And Recordable Time
Charging time and recordable time ∫ Charging time ≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60% Battery model number Supplied battery/VW-VBG070 (optional) VW-VBG130 (optional) VW-VBG260 (optional) VW-VBG6* (optional) ≥ If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC (77 oF), the charging time will become longer. ∫... -
Page 19: Connecting To The Ac Outlet
( ) will flash. ≥ The remaining battery capacity is displayed 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. -
Page 20: About Hdd And Sd Cards
Preparation Before using This unit can be used for recording motion pictures and still pictures to the internal HDD and an SD card. Display on the screen Indication in these instructions Capacity Functions Recording motion pictures Recording still pictures Creating playlists *1 The 60 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and other purposes. -
Page 21: About Sd Cards
SD card. (l 71) ≥ We recommend that you use a Panasonic brand SD card. ≥ When using an SD card on which data has been written many times, the remaining time left for recording may be reduced. - Page 22 We recommend using SD cards conforming to Class 2 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating or the following SD cards made by Panasonic for motion picture recording. (If another kind of SD card is used, the recording may suddenly stop during motion picture recording.)
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Page 23: Hdd Handling
Refer to page 107. ∫ Indemnity about recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. -
Page 24: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card
Preparation Before using Caution: If the SD card is inserted or removed while the power is on, this unit may malfunction or the data recorded on the SD card may be lost. Rotate the mode dial to OFF. ≥ Check that the status indicator has gone off. Open the LCD monitor and then open the SD card slot cover. -
Page 25: Setup
Preparation Setup Rotate the mode dial to switch to recording, playback or power OFF. While pressing the lock release button, set the mode dial to to turn on the power. The status indicator lights and the power turns ≥ When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. -
Page 26: Using The Menu Screen
Preparation Setup ENTER MENU Press the MENU button. The menu displayed differs depending on the position of the mode dial. Select the desired top menu, then move the joystick right or press the joystick. Select the submenu item, then move the joystick right or press the joystick. -
Page 27: Language Selection
Language selection You can select the language displayed on the screen. Press the MENU button, then select [LANGUAGE] and press the joystick. Select [English] and press the joystick. Menu list *1 It will be displayed only in the manual mode. *2 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is set to on. - Page 28 [LCD SET] (l 31) [EXT. DISPLAY] (l 73) [INITIAL SET] ≥ [YES] ≥ [NO] When there is a menu that cannot be selected due to another function or mode being activated, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the default condition. (Setting for [CLOCK SET] and [LANGUAGE] will not be changed.) [DEMO MODE]...
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Page 29: Setting Date And Time
Preparation Setup When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will appear. Select [YES] and press the joystick. Perform steps 2 and 3 below to set the date and time. ¬... -
Page 30: World Time Setting (Displaying The Time Of The Travel Destination)
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. Select the menu. (l 26) [BASIC] # [SET WORLD TIME] # [YES] ≥... -
Page 31: Adjusting Lcd Monitor
Preparation Setup ≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded. Adjusting the brightness and color level Select the menu. (l 26) [SETUP] # [LCD SET] # [YES] Select the item and then adjust the settings with the joystick. [BRIGHTNESS]: Brightness of the LCD monitor [COLOR]:... -
Page 32: Recording
Recording Recording (Basic) ∫ Basic camera positioning Intelligent auto mode It will make an optimal setting automatically depending on the objects and recording conditions. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select LSQT1561 Before recording 1 Hold the camera with both hands. Put your hand through the grip belt. - Page 33 It is automatically set to the following modes depending on the objects and recording conditions. Mode Scene/Effect Portrait When the object is a person Faces are detected automatically, and the brightness is adjusted so it is recorded clearly. Scenery Recording outdoors The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting...
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Page 34: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Recording (Basic) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. Rotate the mode dial to select and open the LCD monitor. Select the recording destination by the menu. (l 26) [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] Press the recording start/stop button to start recording. -
Page 35: Record Motion Picture To Be Uploaded To Youtube
Audio recording modes This mode switches the method for recording audio to an SD card. ¬ Select [SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. Select the menu. (l 26) [SETUP] # [AUDIO REC] # [DOLBY] or [MPEG] [DOLBY]: This is a recording method suitable for creating a DVD-Video disc using the DVD burner. -
Page 36: Recording Modes And Recordable Time
Recording modes and recordable time To change the picture quality of the motion picture Select the menu. (l 26) [BASIC] # [REC MODE] # desired setting ∫ HDD Capacity 60 GB Favours image quality ∫ SD card Capacity 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB... -
Page 37: Recording Still Pictures
Recording Recording (Basic) ≥ Open the lens cover before turning the unit on. Rotate the mode dial to select and open the LCD monitor. Select the recording destination by the menu. (l 26) [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] Press the recording start/stop button. -
Page 38: Number Of Pixels
Recording with a shutter sound effect Select the menu. (l 26) [ADVANCED] # [SHTR EFFECT] # [ON] ≥ This function’s default setting is [ON]. LSQT1561 Number of pixels Select the menu. (l 26) [BASIC] # [PICTURE SIZE] # desired setting Icon Aspect Number of pixels... -
Page 39: Recording Functions
Recording Recording (Basic) Zoom in/out function You can zoom in up to 70k optically. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Move the zoom lever. T side: Close-up recording (zoom in) W side: Wide-angle recording (zoom out) ≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. -
Page 40: Recording Yourself
To use the zoom microphone function The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a tele- shot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Select the menu. -
Page 41: Optical Image Stabilizer Function
≥ 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.) ≥... -
Page 42: Recording (Advanced)
Recording Recording (Advanced) Set the recording functions by selecting the operation icons to add different effects to the recorded images. ENTER ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. ≥ The indication changes each time the joystick is moved down. ≥... -
Page 43: Operation Icons
Operation icons Backlight compensation/Fade/Help mode/MagicPix/Soft skin mode/PRE-REC/Face detection/Self-timer Video recording mode Backlight compensation 1/3 1/3 NEXT 1/3 NEXT NEXT MagicPix 2/3 NEXT 2/3 2/3 NEXT NEXT Face detection 3/3 NEXT 3/3 3/3 NEXT NEXT *1 It is displayed only when [MEDIA SELECT] is set to [SD CARD]. *2 It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on. -
Page 44: Picture Recording Mode
Picture recording mode Backlight compensation 1/3 1/3 NEXT 1/3 NEXT NEXT Soft skin mode 2/3 2/3 NEXT 2/3 NEXT NEXT Face detection 3/3 NEXT 3/3 3/3 NEXT NEXT * It is not displayed when the Intelligent auto mode is on. ≥... -
Page 45: Help Mode
Function Help mode EXIT EXIT EXIT 1/3 1/3 NEXT 1/3 NEXT NEXT MagicPix Soft skin mode PRE-REC [SD] Face detection Effect This explains the recording functions. Select the desired icon with the joystick to display an explanation on the screen. To exit the help mode Press the MENU button or select [EXIT]. - Page 46 Function Self-timer Fade: ≥ The thumbnails of scenes recorded using fade in become black (or white). Help mode: ≥ When the help mode is used, functions cannot be set. ≥ When the help mode is used, motion pictures and still pictures cannot be recorded. MagicPix: ≥...
- Page 47 Face detection: ≥ In the following case, faces may not be detected in some recording conditions. jFaces are not full-faces jFaces are tilted jFaces are extremely bright or dark jShadows on faces jFaces are not completely exposed (for instance wearing sunglasses) jThe size of a face is small on the screen.
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Page 48: Backlight Compensation/Fade/Help
Recording Recording (Advanced) Menus Aspect ratio/Wind noise reduction/Guideline/Auto slow shutter ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Function Aspect ratio This allows you to record images compatible with wide-screen TVs (16:9) and regular TVs (4:3). (Only when the mode dial is set to Select the menu. - Page 49 Auto slow shutter mode: ≥ When the auto slow shutter mode is selected, the slowest shutter speed changes from 1/60 to 1/30. ≥ When the shutter speed becomes 1/30, the screen display may be seen as if frames are missed and afterimages may appear. ≥...
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Page 50: Manual Recording Functions
Recording Recording (Advanced) MANUAL AF/MF 4/4 4/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT NEXT 5/5 NEXT 5/5 5/5 NEXT NEXT ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Press the MANUAL AF/MF button. To restore to the automatic adjustment Press the iA button. LSQT1561 Manual recording functions Each time you press the MANUAL AF/MF button: 1 Manual mode... -
Page 51: Scene Mode
Scene mode When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures. Select the manual mode. (l 50) Select the menu. (l 26) [BASIC] # [SCENE MODE] # desired setting Icon Mode/Recording conditions Sports To record sports scenes or scenes where there are quick motions Portrait... -
Page 52: White Balance
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. Select the manual mode. (l 50) Select [ ] with the joystick. 4/4 NEXT 4/4 4/4 NEXT NEXT... -
Page 53: Manual Shutter Speed/Aperture Adjustment
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. Select the manual mode. (l 50) Select [ ] or [ ] with the joystick. 4/4 4/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT NEXT... -
Page 54: Playback
Playback Playback ENTER 1/;: Playback/Pause ∫: Rotate the mode dial to select Select the playback medium by the menu. (l 26) [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] Select the scene to be played back, then press the joystick. A Scene number (Page number: Except when thumbnails are selected.) The selected scene is played back, and the operation icon is automatically displayed on the... -
Page 55: Frame-By-Frame Playback
≥ Sound will be heard only during normal playback. ≥ When the amount of time recorded on the scene is too short, playback may not be possible. ≥ When a scene is displayed as [ thumbnail display, playback is not possible. ≥... - Page 56 Playing back motion pictures by date Scenes recorded on the same day can be played back in succession. Select (BY DATE), then press the joystick. Select the playback date, then press the joystick. (When playing back motion pictures on the HDD) (When playing back motion pictures on the SD card) Select the scene to be played...
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Page 57: Still Picture Playback
Playback Playback ENTER 1/;: Slide show start/pause. ∫: Rotate the mode dial to select Select the playback medium by the menu. (l 26) [MEDIA SELECT] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] Select the file to be played back, then press the joystick. A File number (Page number: When [ ] is selected.) ≥... - Page 58 ∫ About still picture compatibility ≥ This unit is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). ≥ The file format supported by this unit is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.) ≥...
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Page 59: Editing
Playback Editing Important: The deleted scenes/files cannot be restored. ENTER ¬ Deleting motion picture scenes: Rotate the mode dial to select ¬ Deleting still picture files: Rotate the mode dial to select ¬ Select [HDD] or [SD CARD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. ≥... -
Page 60: Deleting The Copied Scenes Collectively
≥ To unselect the scene/file, press the joystick again. ≥ Up to 50 scenes/files can be selected to be deleted. (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 2) Press the button. When the confirmation message appears Select [YES], then press the joystick. -
Page 61: Editing Scenes
Playback Editing ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Function Locking motion pictures [HDD] [SD] This is for preventing motion picture scenes from being deleted by mistake. (However, please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data on the medium will be erased.) Editing scenes... - Page 62 Function Dividing a scene to delete [HDD] This divides the recorded scenes in two and deletes the front half or back half. LSQT1561 Operating method ¬ Select [HDD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. Select the menu. (l 26) [EDIT SCENE] # [SPLIT&DELETE] # [YES] Select the scene to be divided, then press the joystick.
- Page 63 Function Dividing a scene to delete (Continued) Operating method Select [YES], then press the joystick to play back the part to be deleted. ≥ When [NO] is selected, the confirmation message appears. Proceed to step 6. When you stop the playback, the confirmation message appears. Select [YES], then press the joystick.
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Page 64: Using Playlists
Playback Editing You can create a playlist by gathering your favorite recorded scenes. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, playlists consume a very small amount of HDD space. ≥ When you create or delete playlists, the original scenes will not be modified. Editing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. -
Page 65: Editing A Playlist
Select the scene to be added to the playlist, then press the joystick. Editing a playlist Editing scenes on a playlist will not affect the original scenes. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select ¬ Select [HDD] in [MEDIA SELECT]. Select (PLAYLIST), then press the joystick. - Page 66 Function Adding scenes to playlist Scenes can be added to the created playlist. Moving scenes within a playlist It is possible to change the sequence of scenes in the playlist by moving them to another position. LSQT1561 Operating method Select the menu. (l 26) [EDIT] # [ADD] # [YES] The following steps are the same as steps 3 to 5 in “Creating a new playlist”.
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Page 67: Editing Still Pictures
Playback Editing ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select Function Locking still pictures [HDD] [SD] This is for preventing still picture files from being deleted by mistake. (However, please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data on the medium will be erased.) Editing still pictures... -
Page 68: Dpof Setting
Function DPOF setting [SD] This is for writing the print data on selected still pictures. ∫ What is DPOF? DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a format which allows the user of a digital camera to define which captured images on the SD card are to be printed, together with information on the number of copies they... - Page 69 Function Copying still picture files [HDD] [SD] This is for copying still picture files from the HDD to an SD card or vice versa. Operating method Select the menu. (l 26) [PICT. SETUP] # [COPY] Select desired direction and press the joystick. :Copying from the HDD to an SD card :Copying from an SD card to the HDD Select [SELECT] or [ALL] then press the...
- Page 70 Function Copying still picture files (Continued) LSQT1561 Operating method (Only when [SELECT] is selected in step 3) To continue copying other files Repeat steps 4 to 6. To cancel copying halfway Press the MENU button. To complete editing Press the MENU button. ≥...
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Page 71: Media Management
Playback Media management Formatting HDD This is for initializing HDD. Please be aware that if the HDD is formatted, then all the data recorded on the HDD will be erased. Store important data on a PC, etc. ¬ Rotate the mode dial to select ¬... -
Page 72: With Other Products
Playback With other products The motion pictures and still pictures recorded by this unit can be played back on a TV. ≥ Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying about the battery running down. ≥ If you have a TV with an SD card slot, the motion pictures and still pictures recorded on an SD card may be played back on the TV. - Page 73 ∫ To watch images with a 16:9 aspect ratio on a regular TV (4:3) If the images are squeezed horizontally on a TV with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the menu setting to play back the pictures in the original aspect ratio.
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Page 74: With A Dvd Burner
Playback With other products It is possible to copy images that have been recorded on this unit to discs by connecting the optional DVD burner. The disc that was copied to can be played back by connecting this unit and a DVD burner. (l 80) Device capable of copying images to discs by connecting to this unit sDVD burner/VW-BN1 ≥... -
Page 75: Connecting This Unit To The Dvd Burner
Connecting this unit to the DVD burner Connect this unit to the DVD burner to copy data to discs or play back motion pictures or still pictures that were copied to a disc. A Mini AB USB Connection Cable (supplied with the DVD burner) B DVD burner (optional) ≥... -
Page 76: Dvd Copy Function
DVD COPY function Images recorded on this unit can be backed up to discs. Copied information is recorded in the motion picture scenes that are copied to a disc using the DVD COPY function. It is possible to write only scenes that are added after copying or delete the copied scenes as a group. -
Page 77: Favorite Scenes Function
FAVORITE SCENES function It is possible to select motion picture scenes recorded on this unit and record them on a single DVD disc, as well as copy scenes by selecting the recording date. It is also possible to copy playlists created on the HDD to DVD discs. ¬... - Page 78 4 Selecting the scenes by date to copy to discs Scenes recorded with this unit are selectively copied by date to DVD discs. Select menus with the following procedures. [BURN DISC] # [HDD] or [SD CARD] # [VIDEO] # [FAVORITE SCENES] # [SELECT DATE] Select the date/playlist to be copied and then press the joystick.
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Page 79: Notes For Copying Data To Discs Using The Dvd Burner
Notes for copying data to discs using the DVD burner When deleting data on the media after making a copy, be sure to play back the discs to check that they have been copied correctly before deleting. (l 80) ≥ Do not turn off this unit or the DVD burner or disconnect the Mini AB USB Connection Cable while copying. -
Page 80: Playing Back A Disc Inserted In The Dvd Burner
Playing back a disc inserted in the DVD burner You can play back the motion pictures or the still pictures copied to a disc. ENTER Connect this unit to the DVD burner. (l 75) Select [PLAY DISC], then press the joystick. ≥... -
Page 81: With Other Video Devices
Playback With other products Recording (dubbing) images onto other video devices You can create a playlist by gathering the scenes on the HDD that you want to record (dub), then record (dub) only the scenes in this playlist to other devices. (l 64) ≥... -
Page 82: With A Printer (Pictbridge)
Playback With other products To print pictures by directly connecting this unit to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) ¬ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and turn on the unit. Connect this unit to a printer. - Page 83 Select the paper size setting on [PAPER SIZE], then press the joystick. [STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer [4k5 INCH]: L size [5k7 INCH]: 2L size [4k6 INCH]: Postcard size [A4]: A4 size ≥ You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer.
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Page 84: With A Pc
With a PC Before using When you have installed VideoCam Suite from the supplied CD-ROM and connected your PC to the unit, you can perform the operations described below. A Copy images recorded by this unit onto the PC hard disk. B Create original DVD-Video discs. -
Page 85: Operating Environment
With a PC Before using ≥ 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.) ≥ When two or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected through USB hubs or by using extension cables, proper operation is not guaranteed. - Page 86 ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ Supplied CD-ROM is available for Windows only. ≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows Me and Windows NT.
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Page 87: End User License Agreement
Further, Panasonic does not warrant that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free. Panasonic or any of its distributors will not be liable for any damage suffered by Licensee arising from or in connection with Licensee’s use of the Software. -
Page 88: Setup
With a PC Setup When installing the software, log on to your computer as the Administrator or with a user name with equivalent authorization. (If you do not have authorization to do this, consult your manager.) ≥ Before starting the installation, close any other software applications which are running. -
Page 89: Uninstalling The Software
Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.], then click [Finish]. The PC must be rebooted for the application to work. ≥ Depending on the operating environment, you may be required to install DirectX 9.0c. If so, click [Yes], and install it. If you install the software on a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may not work properly. -
Page 90: Connection And Recognition
With a PC Setup After the software is installed, the unit must be connected to the PC and be correctly recognized by the ≥ Remove the supplied CD-ROM from your PC. ¬ Connect this unit to the AC adaptor and turn on the unit. Connect this unit to a PC. -
Page 91: To Disconnect Usb Cable Safely
When accessing the card ≥ Windows Vista: ≥ Windows XP: ≥ Windows 2000: ∫ Example folder structure SD card ≥ SD-Video format motion pictures are stored in the [PRG¢¢¢] folder. (“¢¢¢” denotes base-16 (hexadecimal) characters from 001 to FFF.) ≥ Up to 99 files can be recorded in the [PRG¢¢¢] folder. -
Page 92: Using Software
≥ When using VideoCam Suite, log on to your PC as Administrator (or with a login name equally authorized). If you log on with a login name other than Administrator, the software cannot be used. Select [start] # [All Programs (Programs)] # [Panasonic] # [VideoCam Suite 2.0] # [VideoCam Suite]. -
Page 93: Upload To Youtube
[DVD COPY] screen appears. ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the software (PDF file) for details on how to use it. ≥ After copying is complete, a message appears. If [OK] is clicked, the USB function will be set to [PC/RECORDER]. -
Page 94: Using A Macintosh
With a PC Using a Macintosh ∫ Operating environment for the card reader function (mass storage) Personal computer Interface ≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ≥ The USB equipment operates with the driver installed as standard in the OS. ≥... -
Page 95: Others
Others Indications ∫ Recording indications Motion picture recording 1h30m 0h00m00s R 0h30m 1/100 OPEN NOV.15.2009 12:34 PM Still picture recording 1h30m R 10000 1/100 OPEN NOV.15.2009 12:34 PM Remaining battery power (l 19) 1h30m Remaining battery time (l 19) R 0h30m Remaining time for recording 0h00m00s... -
Page 96: Playback Indications
Scene mode (l 51) Sports mode Portrait mode Low light mode Spotlight mode Surf & snow mode White balance (l 52) Auto white balance Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) Outdoor mode Manual adjustment mode Ø Self-Timer recording (l 46) Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 114) 640k480... - Page 97 100-001 Motion picture folder/file number display 100-0001 Still picture folder/file number display DPOF already set (to more than 1) (l 68) Number of recording pixels for still pictures (l 114) 640k480 640k360 The picture size is not displayed for still pictures recorded with other products that have different picture sizes from the sizes shown above.
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Page 98: Messages
SD card to a PC, etc. before formatting the SD card. ≥ When using any other card Use a Panasonic SD card or another SD card which can be used to record motion pictures. (l 22) THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED. -
Page 99: About Recovery
CANNOT OPERATE DUE TO LOW TEMPERATURE. The internal temperature of this unit is extremely low so it cannot be operated. If “Please Wait.” appears after this message, wait a while without turning the unit off. It may take time until the unit can be used. ERROR OCCURRED. -
Page 100: Helpful Hints
Others Helpful hints Some functions in this unit are disabled or cannot be selected due to the unit’s specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by various conditions. Functions Digital zoom Intelligent auto mode Fade MagicPix Backlight compensation Soft skin mode (Set and cancel) Help mode Face detection... -
Page 101: Troubleshooting
Others Helpful hints Problem This unit cannot be turned on. This unit does not stay on long enough. Battery runs down quickly. This unit is turned off automatically. Remaining battery indication is not displayed properly. This unit cannot be operated though it is turned on. - Page 102 Problem A clicking sound is heard when the power is turned off. The screen has changed suddenly. (Demo mode is on) A function indication such as the remaining time indication or the elapsed time indication is not shown. Recording does not start although power is supplied to this unit.
- Page 103 Problem Recording stops suddenly during motion picture recording on an SD card. Auto focus function does not work. “ENVIRONMENT TOO DARK, OR LENS COVER CLOSED.” is displayed. Sound is not played back from the built-in speaker of this unit. Although this unit is correctly connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.
- Page 104 Problem Even if HDD or an SD card is formatted, it cannot be used. The indication disappears. The screen is frozen. No operation can be performed. “ERROR OCCURRED. PLEASE TURN UNIT OFF, THEN TURN ON AGAIN.” is displayed. When the SD card is inserted in this unit, it is not recognized.
- Page 105 With other products Problem The sound does not play back properly when a DVD disc that has been copied using the DVD burner is played back. With a PC Problem When connected by the USB cable, this unit is not detected by the PC.
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Page 106: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for use About this unit ≥ The unit and SD card become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction. Keep the SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). -
Page 107: About The Battery
3 seconds. When the HDD data deletion screen appears, select [YES], and then follow the on-screen instructions. ≥ Please look after the data in your HDD carefully. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the unlikely case that private data is divulged. About the battery The battery used in this unit is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. -
Page 108: About The Ac Adaptor
About the AC adaptor ≥ If the temperature of the battery is extremely high or extremely low, charging may take time or the battery may not be charged. ≥ If the CHARGE lamp keeps flashing, make sure that the terminals of the battery or the AC adaptor are not exposed to dirt, foreign objects or dust, then reconnect them properly. -
Page 109: Explanation Of Terms
Others Explanation of terms 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. - Page 110 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, night views or in scenes involving fireworks or special lights.
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Page 111: Specifications
Others Specifications SD Card/Hard Disk Video Camera Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Signal system Recording format Image sensor Lens Filter diameter Zoom Monitor Microphone Speaker Standard illumination Minimum required illumination Video output level Audio output level (Line) Dimensions (excluding the projecting parts) - Page 112 Mass (Weight) Mass (Weight) in operation Operating temperature Operating humidity Operating altitude Motion pictures Recording media Compression Recording mode and transfer rate Recordable time Audio compression Maximum number of recordable folders and scenes *1 Cannot be guaranteed in operation. *2 The 60 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and other purposes.
- Page 113 Still pictures Recording media Compression Picture size Number of recordable pictures * The 60 GB hard drive utilizes a portion of the storage space for formatting, file management and other purposes. 60 GB is 60,000,000,000 bytes. Usable capacity will be less. AC adaptor Information for your safety Power source:...
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Page 114: Number Of Recordable Pictures
Number of recordable pictures Picture size [HDD] [SD] * This unit can record only up to 99,999 still pictures in the HDD or in these SD cards. ≥ The number of recordable pictures depends on the subject being recorded. ≥ The memory capacity indicated on the label of an SD card is the total of the capacity for copyright protection and management and the capacity which can be used on the unit, a PC etc. -
Page 115: Optional Accessories
Others Optional accessories Accessory No. VW-AD21PP-K VW-VBG070* VW-VBG130* VW-VBG260* VW-VBG6* VW-VH04 VW-W3707H VW-LDC103PP VZ-LL10 VW-SK12 RP-SDR01GU1A RP-SDR512U1A RP-SDR256U1A RP-SDM12GU1K RP-SDM06GU1K RP-SDM04GU1K RP-SDM02GU2A RP-SDM02GU1A RP-SDV32GU1K RP-SDV16GU1K RP-SDV08GU1K RP-SDV04GU1K RP-SDV02GU1A VW-BN1 *1 Please refer to page 18 about the battery charging time and available recording time. *2 The battery pack holder kit VW-VH04 (optional) is necessary. -
Page 116: Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)
3. Method of payment (check one) Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA MasterCard Discover 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: Mrs. -
Page 117: Request For Service Notice (Usa And Puerto Rico Only)
Request for Service Notice: Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center • Please include your proof of purchase. (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) •... -
Page 118: Limited Warranty (United States And Puerto Rico)
Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (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... -
Page 119: Customer Services Directory (United States And Puerto Rico)
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 (United States and Puerto Rico) 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: npcparts@us.panasonic.com... -
Page 120: Index
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Page 121: Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía Española Para El Uso Rápido
Others Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía española para el uso rápido ∫ Carga de la batería Conecte el cable de CA al adaptador de CA y a la toma de CA. Inserte la batería en el cargador de baterías alineando las flechas. ∫... - Page 122 ∫ Grabación de imágenes fijas ≥ Gire el selector de modo para seleccionar ENTER MENU Pulse el botón MENU, luego seleccione [SELEC MEDIO] # [DISCO DURO] o [TARJETA SD] para seleccionar el destino de grabación y pulse el joystick. Pulse el botón de inicio/detención de la grabación para empezar la grabación.
- Page 123 LSQT1561...
- Page 124 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 LSQT1561 A F0209RA0 Printed in Indonesia...